Category Archives: Resorts

Wyndham Hotel Group appoints Patrick Divall as Regional VP, Western Europe and Ignace Bauwens as Regional VP, Middle East and Africa

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New Regional Vice Presidents for Western Europe and Middle East, Africa Offer More than 60 Years of Combined Hotel Industry Expertise LONDON, UK, 2016-Nov-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with nearly 8,000 hotels across a portfolio of 16 iconic brands, today (22 November 2016) announced two new appointments… Read the full press release

278-room Holiday Inn Bandung Pasteur opens in Indonesia’s West Java province

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278-room Holiday Inn Bandung Pasteur opens in Indonesia’s West Java province   DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has opened Holiday Inn Bandung Pasteur in the capital city of Indonesia’s West Java province. The 278-room hotel, which previously operated as the Aston Primera… Read the full press release

Dominican Republic: The 21 stories tall 227 guest rooms InterContinental Real Santo Domingo opens

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Property is located in the thriving business and entertainment center of the city   DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, proudly announces the opening of the InterContinental Real Santo Domingo hotel, bringing discrete luxury to the metropolitan commercial point area of the city, home to… Read the full press release

InterContinental® Doha Residences opens under management agreement with Gulf Hotels Company WLL

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InterContinental® Doha Residences opens under management agreement with Gulf Hotels Company WLL   DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the opening of InterContinental® Doha Residences under a management agreement with Gulf Hotels Company WLL. Located on Doha’s longest natural private beach, each spacious… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Ford Dynasty Pty Ltd to refurbish and rebrand the current Lasseters Hotel Alice Springs

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InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Ford Dynasty Pty Ltd to refurbish and rebrand the current Lasseters Hotel Alice Springs   DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Ford Dynasty Pty Ltd have signed a franchise agreement to refurbish and rebrand the current Lasseters Hotel Alice Springs; scheduled to reopen as Crowne… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts: Explore the indulgent alternatives available at some of the world’s best independent ski chalets and resorts

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CHICAGO, 2016-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — As winter lovers countdown the days until ski season is in full swing, those who equate winter breaks with an escape to the tropics would do well not to abandon their snow-loving friends and family and, instead, explore the indulgent alternatives available at some of the world’s best independent… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® announces ultra-luxury Hong Kong property in 2018

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HONG KONG, 2016-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® will open the ultra-luxury brand’s first Hong Kong property in 2018 in a prime Victoria Harbour waterfront location at the former New World Centre on Salisbury Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. Rosewood Hong Kong will occupy 27 floors of a multi-use tower owned by… Read the full press release

DSA Architects to design first of its kind five-star beach resort for Rezidor Hotel Group on Cape Verde Islands

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DSA Architects to design first of its kind five-star beach resort for Rezidor Hotel Group on Cape Verde Islands   Brussels, Belgium, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies in the world and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces their very first resort… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection Hotels to open four properties in Asia early 2017

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Autograph Collection Hotels to open four properties in Asia early 2017   Bethesda, Md., 2016-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s distinguished portfolio of independent hotels recognized for celebrating individuality, announced today (11/10/2016) its debut of four properties in Asia next year.  In early 2017, the brand expects to open The… Read the full press release

Signature Vacations announces the first Splash Water World in Punta Cana now officially open

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TORONTO, 2016-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Signature Vacations is pleased to announce that the first Splash Water World in Punta Cana is now officially open. Operated by the tour operator’s exclusive hotel partner, RIU Hotels & Resorts, the water attractions facility is the first RIU establishment specializing in aquatic activities, and welcomes all guests staying… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces W Algarve on Portugal’s Algarve coast scheduled to open in 2018

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — WHotels Worldwide, now part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today (11/09/2016) announced it will open W Algarve in 2018 on Portugal’s stunning sun-kissed Algarve coast.  Developed in partnership with Nozul Algarve, S.A., the vibrant oceanfront oasis will overlook the breathtaking coastline and the beckoning waters of the… Read the full press release

Seaside resort of Dornoch nominated in the ‘Rising Star’ category of The Great British High Street Awards

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2016-Nov-03 — /Travel PR News/ — An historic Highland town which has seen its visitor numbers soar by over 30% over the last year is the only Scottish finalist in The Great British High Street Awards. The seaside resort of Dornoch has been nominated in the ‘Rising Star’ category of the awards for… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb gears up for winter 2016/2017 season with Opening Day presented by The North Face on November 24, 2016

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The North Face Activations Include Base Camp Celebration, Opening Day Gondola Campout Contest, and Explore, Scan & Win Contest  WHISTLER, BC, 2016-Nov-02 — /Travel PR News/ — With early season storms delivering snow to the alpine, the anticipation for winter continues to build as skiers and snowboarders eagerly await their first turns of the season. Whistler… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo appoints Roger Perez as Director of Food and Beverage

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Costa Rica, 2016-Nov-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Seasoned hospitality veteran and Mexico native Roger Perez has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage for Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo. Prior to joining Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica, Perez held operational positions with Starwood, Accor and Princess Cruises in exotic locales… Read the full press release

Westin Hotels and Resorts announces the opening of The Westin Cairo Golf Resort & Spa Katameya Dunes in Egypt

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  Bethesda, MD, 2016-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Westin Hotels and Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced the opening of Egypt’s best kept secret, The Westin Cairo Golf Resort & Spa Katameya Dunes. Owned by New Cairo for Real Estate Investment Company, the resort and spa is located in the… Read the full press release

Kurumba Maldives announces festive events for Christmas and New Year

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Malé, Republic of Maldive, 2016-Oct-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Kurumba Maldives is ready to celebrate Christmas and New Year, paradise style! With a series of gastronomic experiences, presented by our Executive Chef Glen Cooper and his culinary team, guests can enjoy a varied selection of delicacies and classy, cosmopolitan events. The festive events include unique… Read the full press release

Lindley Thomen appointed as Resort Manager for Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita

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Lindley Thomen appointed as Resort Manager for Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita   Mauritius, 2016-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Bringing a wealth of hospitality experience, Lindley Thomen has been appointed as the Resort Manager for Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, where he will now oversee all daily operations of the luxury pool villa Resort… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo recognised as one of the Top Resorts in Central and South America

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Costa Rica, 2016-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica, a lush enclave nestled between two beaches at the tip of the prestigious Peninsula Papagayo, has been recognised as one of the Top Resorts in Central and South America by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2016 Reader’s Choice Awards.  Marking its eleventh consistent award year,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles among the Best Resorts in the World in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2016

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Luxury resort is the only Seychelles property listed in annual travel awards Seychelles, 2016-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Seychelles has been listed #41 of the Best Resorts in the World in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2016, securing its position following the votes of the travel magazine’s readers. Being the only Seychelles… Read the full press release

Hyatt opens its fifth Hyatt Place hotel in Mexico, Hyatt Place Celaya

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CHICAGO, 2016-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Celaya opens today (October 12, 2016) , marking the fifth Hyatt Place hotel to open in Mexico. The brand’s global growth throughout Mexico and Latin America illustrates the success of the select service model as Hyatt Place hotels continue to create value for guests and owners. Hyatt… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces Hyatt Regency in Seattle, Washington scheduled to open mid-2018

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CHICAGO, 2016-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (October 5, 2016) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with R.C. Hedreen Company for the operation of a Hyatt Regency hotel currently under development in Seattle, Wash. Expected to open in mid-2018, the premium, full service hotel will be… Read the full press release

Raffles Hotel Singapore embarks on a careful and sensitive restoration programme

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SINGAPORE, 2016-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Raffles Hotel Singapore, the iconic luxury property managed under the award-winning international hospitality group, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, has announced that it will embark on a careful and sensitive restoration programme. The restoration of this acclaimed heritage hotel, owned by Katara Hospitality, a globally recognised hospitality owner, developer and… Read the full press release

LUX* Resorts & Hotels opens its newest resort LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives

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LUX* Resorts & Hotels opens its newest resort LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives   Belle Mare, Mauritius, 2016-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — World-renowned luxury resort and hotel operator LUX* Resorts & Hotels is known for a different style of holidaying – a lighter, brighter way of celebrating life – and its newest resort… Read the full press release

Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation becomes Associate Partner for first Travel Trade Show of Maldives

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Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation becomes Associate Partner for first Travel Trade Show of Maldives   Malé, Maldives, 2016-Oct-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has signed a MOU with Maldives Getaways Pvt Ltd to become an Associate Partner for first Travel Trade Show of Maldives (TTM). Travel Trade… Read the full press release

Sunwing: customers can save up to 50% on their next vacation this Thanksgiving

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Toronto, ON, 2016-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Thanksgiving is a time for being grateful and enjoying the company of loved ones. It is also the perfect occasion to catch up with friends and relatives around the dinner table, so the introduction of a special holiday weekend-long money saving offer by Canada’s #1 travel company to… Read the full press release

Michael Zager appointed Vice President, Operations, Continental Europe IHG

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Munich.Germany, 2016-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has appointed Michael Zager as Vice President, Operations, Continental Europe. Zager will start his new role effective October 1st and report to Stephen McCall, Chief Operating Officer, Europe. Zager will join the Operations Leadership Team and will be based within… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) now with over 100 hotels signed or opened in Germany

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Munich.Germany, 2016-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces that it now has over 100 hotels that have been signed or opened in Germany, one of the company’s ten global key markets. Holiday Inn Express®Munich City – West, opening this month, has been unveiled as… Read the full press release

InterContinental to open first resort in the Maldives on the island of Maamunagau

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Second Maldives resort by IHG and Hotel Properties Limited to open on Maamunagau island DENHAM, UK, 2016-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Hotel Properties Limited (“HPL”) to open a new InterContinental resort on the island of Maamunagau in the Maldives…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Nevis named Caribbean’s Leading Beach Resort for the second consecutive year in the 23rd Annual World Travel Awards

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Authentic Caribbean luxury resort also recognised as Leading Resort and Luxury Hotel Villa in St. Kitts and Nevis Nevis, West Indies, 2016-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis has been named Caribbean’s Leading Beach Resort for the second consecutive year in the 23rd Annual World Travel Awards.  The resort was also recognised as… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb announces number of enhancements for the 2016.2017 season

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Highlights Include Enhancements to Learning Facilities, Upgrades to Roundhouse Lodge and GLC Patios and a Look at The Big Picture WHISTLER, BC, 2016-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown to winter is officially on. The mountain tops have already received their first dustings of snow, fueling the stoke for the ski season to begin, and… Read the full press release