Hershey, Pa., 2013-08-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kids will be back in school soon, but that doesn’t mean summer has to end just yet. TheHotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge, official resorts of Hersheypark, have a sweet weekend package to keep the summer fun alive during September. The “Back To Fun Package” is designed to help families make back-to-school time a whole… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Resorts
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group unveils the 249-room Radisson Blu Conference & Spa Hotel, Istanbul Tuzla Turkey
2013-08-15— /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel companies worldwide, announces the Radisson Blu Conference & Spa Hotel, Istanbul Tuzla: The property featuring 249 rooms is already under construction and scheduled to welcome the first guests in Q4 2013. It is Carlson Rezidor’s 7th hotel in Istanbul and further… Read the full press release
Beach House Iruveli Maldives launched Govvafushi deserted island castaway escapes
2013-08-15— /travelprnews.com/ — Indulge in your own island idyll in the Maldives with the Beach House Iruveli’s Castaway Escapes. Guests can now enjoy exclusive access to a secluded and uninhabited island for the day or an overnight trip. Newly launched, the Beach House Iruveli offers guests a selection of Morning, Sunset and Overnight Escapes to the… Read the full press release
Golden Week celebration accommodation packages at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong for its 50th anniversary this year
Hong Kong, 2013-08-13— /travelprnews.com/ — With Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong celebrating its Golden Anniversary throughout 2013, the hotel offers the perfect location in which to celebrate Golden Week in October 2013. Guests can indulge in a host of promotions from the exclusive Golden Celebration accommodation package to a series of golden spa treatments, as part of the hotel’s… Read the full press release
Update on Mara Serena Safari Lodge refurbishment program
2013-08-13— /travelprnews.com/ — A new dawn at Mara Serena Safari Lodge We are pleased to inform you of the progress to date of Mara Serena Safari Lodge refurbishment program. The new facilities that are now operational include: New reception. New bar lounge. New arrival lobby area which leads to a terrace that has sweeping views of… Read the full press release
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC released its H1 2013 results, $350M special dividend
2013-08-09— /travelprnews.com/ — Good performance with strong signing activity Financial summary0 2013 20121 % Change YoY Actual CER2 CER & ex. LDs3 Revenue $936m $878m 7% 7% 2% Operating profit $338m $281m 20% 20% 6% Total adjusted EPS 78.2¢ 62.8¢ 25% Total basic EPS4 127.8¢ 93.4¢ 37% Interim dividend per share 23.0¢ 21.0¢ 10% Net debt… Read the full press release
InterContinental Hotels Group announced two new EVEN™ Hotels signings scheduled to open early 2014
Holistic Wellness Hotel Brand from IHG Maintains Momentum with Two Signings, Scheduled to Open Early 2014 ATLANTA, 2013-08-09— /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] today announces the signing of two EVEN™ Hotelsproperties, confirming locations for the highly-anticipated first hotels and continuing development momentum for the holistic wellness brand. The hotels, located at 1775 Rockville Pike in… Read the full press release
Jerome Astolfi appointed General Manager at Twist by Pierre Gagnaire, Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
Hong Kong, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas is delighted to announce the appointment of Jerome Astolfi as General Manager at Twist by Pierre Gagnaire. Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas’ Forbes Five-Star restaurant is the only restaurant in the United States by the celebrated three-star Michelin chef, Pierre Gagnaire. “We are delighted to welcome Jerome to the Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas team…. Read the full press release
Redesigned Ithaa undersea restaurant menu at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island launched
2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Have you ever wondered what you’d come up with if you were asked to create a menu for an underwater restaurant? That’s the challenge that executive chef Ayyoub Salameh faced recently when he was asked to design the menu for Ithaa undersea restaurant at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island which is launched this month…. Read the full press release
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announced Park Inn by Radisson Abuja Kaura in Nigeria scheduled to open in Q1 2015
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the ten largest hotel companies worldwide and a leading international hotel operator on the African continent, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Abuja Kaura in Nigeria. The full service mid-market property featuring 150 keys is scheduled to open in Q1 2015. “Nigeria is a focus country for… Read the full press release
Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa offered as the perfect holiday for the “The Price is Right!” TV show winners
“The Price is Right!” is a leading American TV show which now enters its landmark 42nd Season. Always looking for great partners to award their contestants, this year they will propose the Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa as a perfect holiday for their winners. 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — The Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa will make available for… Read the full press release
airberlin and Air Seychelles extended codeshare agreement
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — airberlin and Air Seychelles have extended their codeshare agreement, meaning airberlin guests can now fly to the beautiful paradise island of Praslin, via Mahé. Praslin will be accessible four times a week from Berlin, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt and Munich. All Seychelles-bound flights are optimally connected to the hub of airberlin’s strategic partner, Etihad Airways,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resorts Lanai and Maui Brewing Co invite guests for Septemberfest dinner at Kailani restaurant
2013-08-02— /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay – The Lodge at Koele’s sister property – in partnership with Maui Brewing Co., invites guests to usher in the fall harvest with a special Septemberfest dinner at Kailani restaurant, featuring the local brewery’s signature ales and lagers, on September 2, 2013 starting at 6:00 pm. Beer connoisseurs are invited to… Read the full press release
LUX* Maldives takes conventional water sports to the next level with the country’s latest extreme sport addition the FLYBOARD
2013-08-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether on a family holiday or on honeymoon, water sports have always been a must-do for all the visitors to the Maldives. Kayaking, pedal boats or snorkelling still remain a popular option for the ones wanting to explore the turquoise lagoon and vibrant reefs around the island as well as the more… Read the full press release
Six Senses Laamu Maldives offers Exclusive Yoga Retreats at its Spa with highly respected practitioner Chandra Winzenried
2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Complementing Aqua Season at Six Senses Laamu, the resort’s Six Senses Spa will be hosting two Yoga retreats with highly respected practitioner, Chandra Winzenried, helping guests reconnect with themselves and the world around them. Re-energise, strengthen the body and get more zzzz’s The first retreat, from 8th to 13th August 2013, combines… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong attracts with the best swimming pool in town this summer
2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the best swimming pool in town, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong is the ideal choice for a summer stay in the city. Located on the sixth floor rooftop and offering poolside resort-style service, two swimming pools, loungers, whirlpools and a delicious menu at the Pool Terrace café, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong offers a retreat in the centre of… Read the full press release
Kick off Labor Day weekend with beer dinner in Proof, an American Canteen at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale on Friday, August 30, 2013
2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kick off Labor Day weekend with a beer dinner in Proof, an American Canteen at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale on Friday, August 30, 2013. Executive Sous Chef Jesse Hansen takes guests’ palates through an array of flavours during this three-course dinner, inspired by and paired with Alaskan Brewing Company beers. “Like a fine wine, a great beer can make a… Read the full press release
Popular Thai beach resorts Hua Hin and Cha-am to host Golf Festival August – September 2013
Hua Hin/Cha-am, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Golfers from Thailand and all around the world are being invited to participate in a golf festival to be held all through August and September 2013 in the popular Thai beach resorts of Hua Hin and Cha-am. All participating golfers will be eligible for a lucky draw that will see… Read the full press release
The “Oscars of the travel industry” the World Travel Awards to host this year’s gala ceremony at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa
2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — World Travel Awards, known as “the Oscars of the travel industry,” heads for the idyllic Caribbean, where its gala ceremony will recognize the very best in travel, tourism and hospitality from two regions on September 14, 2013. WTA’s Caribbean and North American event will be held at the glamorous Sandals Grande Antigua… Read the full press release
Upper Napa Valley Solage Calistoga resort honored with a AAA Four-Diamond Award
Auberge Resort in Calistoga Joins Napa Valley Resorts of Distinction CALISTOGA, CALIF. , 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Solage Calistoga, the design-focused and environmentally conscious resort in UpperNapaValley, is proud to announce its inaugural designation as a AAA Four-Diamond rated property. A destination embracing the best of NapaValley “fun” with four-diamond amenities, Solage becomes the first property… Read the full press release
Nisbet Plantation Beach Club ranked among the Top Hotels in the world and Top Resorts in the Caribbean by the prestigious Travel + Leisure
NEVIS, West Indies, 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the fourth consecutive year, Nisbet Plantation Beach Club has been honored among the Top Hotels in the world and Top Resorts in the Caribbean by the prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine. In the Travel + Leisure 2013 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey, the intimate, 36-room Nevis resort is ranked… Read the full press release
On its 101st year the Manila Hotel announced two of its most recent achievements from Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor
2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — On its 101st year, the Manila Hotel is proud to announce two of its most recent achievements from luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler and respected online travel resource TripAdvisor. The Manila Hotel was heralded as part of Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 20 Best Hotels in Southeast Asia from its 2012 online polls. The Grande Dame also… Read the full press release
Vacation resort developer Orange Lake Resorts added Colonial Crossings Resort in Williamsburg, VA to its portfolio
Resort destination in Virginia to join the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® brand ORLANDO, FLA., 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vacation resort developer Orange Lake Resorts, which operates ten properties, announced that it officially closed on a transaction with English Garden LV LLC to expand its portfolio to now include Colonial Crossings Resort in Williamsburg, VA. The intent for this… Read the full press release
InterContinental Hotels Group and Selfi Grupo Operador de Estacionamientos celebrated opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Xalapa in Veracruz
IHG’s continued growth in Veracruz contributes to the Southeastern region of Mexico’s economy Xalapa, Ver, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Selfi Grupo Operador de Estacionamientos, S.A. de C.V., recently celebrated the ground break on April 22nd of the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Xalapa. Prominent personalities who attended the ground-breaking ceremony included José Antonio Mansur Beltrán, Federal Delegate… Read the full press release
Journey into the heart of Philippines’ most desirable travel destinations with The Discovery Leisure Company
One Discovery A Day with the Discovery Leisure Group 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Journey into the heart of the Philippines’ most desirable travel destinations, cradled in the lap of luxury, with The Discovery Leisure Company (TDLC), Inc. that developed and owns the homegrown Filipino leisure chain of Discovery Suites, Discovery Country Suites and Discovery Shores Boracay…. Read the full press release
Matthew Taverner appointed General Manager of Australia’s foremost luxury resort qualia
2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hamilton Island has today named Matthew Taverner as the new General Manager of Australia’s foremost luxury resort; qualia. Commencing 1 August 2013, Taverner has 28 years experience in the hospitality and tourism industries, including over 20 years in managerial roles. His skill, knowledge and expertise transverses three continents, with positions previously held… Read the full press release
W Retreat & Spa Maldives welcomes DJ Xeum who takes residency at the retreat for the next three months
2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — W Retreat & Spa Maldives welcomes DJ Xeum who takes residency at the retreat for the next three months. Jetting into the Maldives after touring around the world with W Hotels and most recently at W Sentosa Cove Singapore, Xeum will bring to the Retreat years of DJ experience. Today Xeum is… Read the full press release
Maldives honored Seven Star Destination Winner at Seven Star Global Luxury Awards in Marbella, Spain
2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives has won at the prestigious Seven Star Global Luxury Awards as a “Seven Star Destination Winner”, gala ceremony held at the Villa Padierna Palace Hotel, Marbella, Spain on 28th June 2013. The Seven Star Luxury Awards is the highest, most exclusive award for the pinnacle in hospitality and lifestyle. The Seven… Read the full press release
WorldMark by Wyndham announced it opened its newest resort WorldMark Chelan – Lake Housen in Washington
Orlando, Fla., 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — WorldMark® by Wyndham, one of Wyndham Vacation Ownership’s four primary consumer brands, today announced it has opened its newest resort, WorldMark Chelan – Lake House. Located in Lake Chelan, Washington, just three hours outside of Seattle, the resort is comprised of 30 quartershare and vacation ownership units and was acquired by… Read the full press release
Restaurant 5 of Discovery Suites Philippines to commemorate International Friendship Day
Philippines, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — July 30 is International Friendship Day. The event is an idea of the World Friendship Crusade which is a foundation that promotes friendship and fellowship among all human beings, regardless of race, colour or religion. To commemorate this world-wide event, Restaurant 5 of Discovery Suites features an eclectic lunch spread featuring… Read the full press release