Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

New 124-room hotel marks second property in Virginia for Hyatt’s fast-growing lifestyle brand CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (January 22, 2020) announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria. Centrally located in the heart of Alexandria, Va., on historic King Street, the 124-room boutique hotel joins Hyatt… Read the full press release

IHG introduces the IHG Customer Insights Portal, a first for the hotel industry

Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, introduces the IHG Customer Insights Portal, a first for the hotel industry. The comprehensive global solution for large enterprises will provide a highly customized corporate travel experience to simplify travel management. Currently in the final stages of… Read the full press release

IHG announced two new properties in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Expands footprint across luxury and midscale categories  Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced two new properties in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Further strengthening its foothold in the luxury segment in KSA, IHG has signed a management agreement for… Read the full press release

IHG announces signing of New Zealand’s first voco

Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG’s colourful voco™ brand is coming to New Zealand in mid-2021, following the signing of a franchise agreement between IHG and Pro-invest. voco Auckland City Centre will incorporate all the elements of the voco life, including 200 guest rooms that are designed around the ‘Me Time’… Read the full press release

IHG appoints Heather Balsley, SVP, Global Loyalty & Partnerships and Jennifer Gribble, SVP, Global Marketing, Mainstream Brands

Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the appointment of two senior marketing executives, naming Heather Balsley, Senior Vice President, Global Loyalty & Partnerships and Jennifer Gribble, Senior Vice President, Global Marketing, Mainstream Brands. As a nearly 13-year veteran of IHG, Balsley now… Read the full press release

Live at Aloft Hotels Homecoming Tour continues in 2020 with the brightest talent in music

Following Shows in Chicago, Perth, Madrid, Los Angeles, Dublin, 2020’s Tour Stops Continue to Take Music Makers Back to Their Roots in Dubai, Mexico, and China BETHESDA, MD, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The brightest talent in music will be returning to their hometowns for free live music performances as the Live at Aloft… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces a landmark agreement to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah

2,600-room hotel would be the largest Fairfield, and brand’s first in Middle East and Africa RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 22, 2020) announced that it has signed a landmark agreement with Nahdet Al-Mashaer to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah. The… Read the full press release

Marriott International opens 144-room Residence Inn Panama City

The 144-room property pays tribute to Panama’s vibrant culture and history with local design touches PANAMA CITY, PANAMA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (JANUARY 23, 2020) announced the highly anticipated opening of the first Residence Inn in Panama City. With properties located in the United States, Canada, Europe, Middle East and… Read the full press release

Hilton Darwin introduces Digital Key

DARWIN, Northern Territory, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Darwin, a five-star hotel in the Northern Territory, has officially introduced Digital Key, a feature of the award-winning, Hilton Honors mobile app, providing members more choice and control over their entire travel experience. The addition of Digital Key now gives guests the option to bypass the check-in counter… Read the full press release

Hilton Hotels & Resorts tops Brand Finance Global 500 2020 ranking

McLean, Virginia, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — At Davos, Brand Finance released its annual Global 500 Report with Hilton Hotels & Resorts recognized as the top brand among today’s hoteliers, as well as one of the fastest-growing brands in the overall ranking. The report credited the ranking to the brand’s success in “marrying experience with a clear vision… Read the full press release

Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites unveils transformation following multi-million-dollar renovation

Property unveils new Toronto-inspired guestrooms, lively restaurant, calming lobby and redesigned meeting spaces TORONTO, CANADA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The 419-room Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites announced the completion of its multi-million-dollar renovation today (January 22, 2020), debuting new public spaces, guest rooms and a new restaurant — Mosaic Kitchen, Bar and Lounge…. Read the full press release

Hilton Tel Aviv and The Vista at Hilton Tel Aviv recognized for their long-standing investment in environmental protection and energy efficiency

McLean, Virginia, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Tel Aviv and The Vista at Hilton Tel Aviv, the iconic properties that are part of Hilton Hotels and Resort’s fast-growing global portfolio of full-service upscale hotels, just received a prestigious award this week for their long-standing investment in environmental protection and energy efficiency. The award, which recognizes Hilton as a… Read the full press release

The Ascend Hotel Collection closed out the decade with a record-breaking development year in 2019

Industry’s First and Largest Upscale Soft Brand Continues Growth Worldwide ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ascend Hotel Collection, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), closed out the decade with a record-breaking development year in 2019. The brand executed 96 total contracts and added 76 new properties to its global portfolio of… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality announces Zleep Hotel Hamburg Altonaer Volkspark, the first Zleep hotel in Hamburg

Zleep Hotel Hamburg Altonaer Volkspark to open in 2022 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The first Zleep hotel in Hamburg is set to launch in 2022 as Deutsche Hospitality rolls out its recently acquired Danish brand in Germany for the first time. Having taken over the Scandinavian hotel concept at… Read the full press release

Accor commits to join the UN Global Tourism Plastics Initiative and to remove all single-use plastic items in guest experience by the end of 2022

Paris, France, 2020-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — As it advances its role as a responsible tourism provider locally and globally, Accor has committed to join the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Tourism Organization, in collaboration with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Accor today (January 22,… Read the full press release

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Montreux Jazz Festival expand partnership to launch Fairmont World Tour

After a successful European pilot, the brands have expanded their partnership globally with the launch of the Fairmont World Tour  PARIS, FRANCE, 2020-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a world-leading luxury brand within the Accor group, is pleased to announce the launch of its global partnership with the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival (MJF)…. Read the full press release

Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead launches new wellness retreat at its Waldorf Astoria Spa

ATLANTA, GA, 2020-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead is pleased to announce the launch of a new wellness retreat taking place at its Waldorf Astoria Spa, hosted in conjunction with two of Atlanta’s leading yoga and mindfulness experts. Launching on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, ‘THRIVE,’ the self-love retreat will focus on mental, physical and spiritual… Read the full press release

IHG to open Riyadh office in March 2020

Appoints leadership team to further accelerate growth and performance in the Kingdom  Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced plans to open an office in Riyadh in March 2020. The news comes as IHG continues to expand its portfolio in… Read the full press release

Enjoy romantic dining options and specially curated set menus this Valentine’s Day at Hilton Singapore

Surprise beloved ones with a romantic Italian sky dining experience or a sizzling evening of grilled specialties and a collector’s series of artisanal sweets from D9 Cakery SINGAPORE, 2020-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Revel in the season of love with a plethora of romantic dining options and specially curated set menus this February 1… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul appoints Daniele Polito as Boccalino’s new Chef de Cuisine

Seoul, Korea, 2020-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seoul announces the appointment of Daniele Polito as the new Chef de Cuisine at the Hotel’s stylish Italian restaurant Boccalino, where he will oversee and lead the culinary operations.   A seasoned chef with 20 years of experience in Italy and around the world, Chef Polito will share with the Boccalino… Read the full press release

Winter is for Caribbean Golf, and Six Puerto Rico Courses Have Earned Best-of Distinction

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — 2020-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Six Puerto Rico golf venues have garnered the distinction of being voted onto “Golfweek’s Best 2020: Top 50 Caribbean and Mexico Courses.” Further, the Puerto Rico courses rank among the Caribbean’s 30 finest places to play. They are: 1. The St. Regis Bahia Beach,… Read the full press release

The Steigenberger Grandhotel Belvédère to host 50th World Economic Forum

Curtain about to go up on the World Economic Forum at the Steigenberger Grandhotel Belvédère Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — From 21 to 24 January, all eyes will once again be on Davos as visitors gather for the 50th World Economic Forum. No other event attracts so many high-profile political… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson Hotel Apartments Muscat Ghala Heights in the Sultanate of Oman

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of Radisson Hotel Apartments Muscat Ghala Heights in the Sultanate of Oman. The newest addition brings the group’s portfolio up to eight hotels across five brands – including Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Park Inn by Radisson and Radisson –… Read the full press release

Radisson announces the signing of the 90-key Radisson Hotel Liepaja in Latvia

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The coastal town of Liepaja, Latvia is delighted to announce the signing of the 90-key Radisson Hotel Liepaja located in a beautiful art deco building in the town center. This renovated historical property will offer guests a wonderful combination retaining its beautiful history without compromising on the… Read the full press release

Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific donated $30,000 to the Australian Red Cross and free holidays to Mt Hotham – Dinner Plain CFA volunteer firefighters

GOLD COAST, QLD, 2020-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific has donated $30,000 to the Australian Red Cross bushfire appeal and will also gift free holidays to Mt Hotham – Dinner Plain CFA volunteer firefighters, who have been battling dangerous blazes in the Victorian High Country. “A number of our resort guests, timeshare club owners, staff… Read the full press release

Accor launches new strategic partnership with South East Asia’s leading super app, Grab

Singapore, 2020-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor has announced a new strategic partnership between its new lifestyle loyalty programme, ALL – Accor Live Limitless and South East Asia’s leading super app, Grab. The deal brings together two of the biggest names in hospitality and technology to give members access to rewards and benefits including… Read the full press release

Hyatt and Headspace announce new global wellbeing collaboration

CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Headspace, a leader in mindfulness and meditation with nearly 60 million users in 190 countries, today (January 15, 2020) announced a new global wellbeing collaboration between Hyatt and Headspace that will bring mindfulness exercises, guided meditations and sleep content to millions of employees,… Read the full press release

96-room Hyatt Place hotel opens as the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Waco, Texas

CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Waco-South is officially open. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, 24-hour food offerings and a heated indoor pool. Hyatt Place Waco-South is located adjacent to the Brazos River and just five miles from downtown… Read the full press release

Accor announces the arrival of the brand Mondrian with two properties in France

Paris, France, 2020-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor has just passed a symbolic milestone with the opening of its 3,000th property in Europe. With a total of 340,000 rooms across 39 countries, Accor is the leading hotel operator in this region. The addition of a 26th brand, Mondrian, testifies to the Group’s ambition in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech names Thomas Krooswijk as its new General Manager

Marrakech, Morocco, 2020-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, located in the heart of the Red City, has named Thomas Krooswijk its new General Manager, bringing more than 15 years of international luxury hotel experience to this flagship Moroccan property. Thomas’ arrival at the garden oasis is well timed, with many projects planned in 2020… Read the full press release