IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands Kimpton Brand to Portugal with Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico

Denham, UK, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, premiers its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand in Portugal, with the signing of Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico. This addition reinforces the strength of the Kimpton brand as part of IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle offering in… Read the full press release

Minor Hotels Appoints Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas

Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas, a brand-new luxury resort with a collection of 148 rooms, suites and villas on Thailand’s stunning island of Koh Yao Yai, effective from 1st August 2023. An experienced… Read the full press release

Hilton Expands Presence in Lisbon with Three New Hotels Under Different Brands

Canopy by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton to make brand debuts in Portugal in 2026 and 2025 respectively, with Duo Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton, set to open Spring 2024 LISBON, Portugal and McLEAN, Va., 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — As Lisbon continues to grow in popularity for international travel and tourism, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has… Read the full press release

Hilton Signs First Curio Collection by Hilton Property in Melbourne in Partnership with Vista Hospitality Group

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of the first Curio Collection by Hilton property in Melbourne, in partnership with Vista Hospitality Group. Next Hotel Melbourne will join the global portfolio of 140 individually remarkable Curio Collection by Hilton properties around the world, by end of 2023. The flagship… Read the full press release

Hilton Global Foundation Commits Record $3.3 Million to Support Community, Career Development, and Environmental Sustainability

Funding will support organizations building hospitality careers, strengthening resilience of local communities and preserving travel destinations for future generations MCLEAN, Va., 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hilton Global Foundation, Hilton’s primary philanthropic arm, announced a commitment to grant a record $3.3 million in funding toward 13 organizations that are supporting career development, community… Read the full press release

Hyatt and Headspace Expand Collaboration to Enhance Guest Wellbeing with Premium Colored Noise Content

Hyatt is offering members and guests new mindfulness content from Headspace to help them live well CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Headspace announced the expansion of the collaboration between Hyatt and Headspace to continue supporting guests’ wellbeing with new colored noise content for World of Hyatt members and… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Unveils the Enchanting ‘Qatar Airways Garden’ at Expo 2023 Doha, Blending Nature, Innovation, and Hospitality

The “Qatar Airways Garden” set to captivate audiences, reflecting the grandeur of Versailles Gardens with a contemporary Qatari touch Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Official Airline and Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar Airways proudly invites visitors to the “Qatar Airways Garden”. The mesmerising attraction, part of Expo 2023… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square Takes the #2 Spot in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards for 2023

London at Ten Trinity Square, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square recognised as the #2 Hotel in London. More than 520,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Announces Global Brand Evolution to Enhance Luxury Travel Experience

InterContinental demonstrates its pioneering spirit while paying homage to its rich heritage, paving the way for the luxury traveller of tomorrow. London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ —  InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand, is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the launch of an extensive… Read the full press release

È l’alba di un fresco lunedì mattina di ottobre, l’attesa e il viaggio: Olbia-Roma Fiumicino

OLBIA, Italy, 2023-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — È l’alba di un fresco lunedì mattina di ottobre. La ripartenza: Olbia-Roma Fiumicino, e ora scrivo dalla Louge dell’aeroporto della Costa Smeralda. Il viaggio è stato per lavoro ma anche per andare a scoprire i più bei paradisi immobiliari della zona ( Villa Piro, per esempio )…. Read the full press release

Orient Express Marks 140th Anniversary with a Vision ‘Beyond A World of Dreams

Paris, France, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In a tribute to the past, celebration of the present and looking toward the future, Orient Express proudly marks its 140th anniversary today, October 4th, 2023. Commemorating the very moment when Georges Nagelmackers’ Orient Express embarked on its inaugural journey from Paris to Constantinople in 1883, Orient… Read the full press release

Accor and Leading Hotel Groups Launch ‘Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement’ to Drive Sustainable Supply Chains

WORKING TOGETHER TOWARDS RESPONSIBLE PROCUREMENT AND SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS  Paris, France, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor is proud to announce its co-founding of the “Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement” (HARP), in partnership with four global hotel groups – Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Radisson Hotel Group, alongside two global hospitality group… Read the full press release

Sign up for new Vietnam and Indochina Travel & Tourism Insights

Journalists, investors and stakeholders can sign up for free monthly Vietnam and Indochina-focused insight newsletter and specialist video interviews Vietnam, 2023-Oct-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Central Vietnam based Wafaifo Optimisers are behind a new insight newsletter and video channel dedicated to hospitality, hotel and tourism developments in the region. The co-founders of Wafaifo Resort Hoi… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 89 Member Hotels Honored in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2023

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is proud to celebrate 92 member hotels from across its global portfolio recognized in the 36th edition of the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. The growing presence of properties from the brand’s portfolio demonstrates the appeal and value attached… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Announces Debut of Vignette Collection in Indonesia with Rumah Luwih Bali

Heritage property on Bali’s East Coast marks IHG’s ninth property on the island Jakarta, Indonesia, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts – one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 open hotels across 100 countries – is proud to partner with MMS Land, to debut the first Vignette Collection… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to Bring Coastal Elegance to Pacific Grove, California with New Boutique Hotel

New-build hotel breaks ground; embraces coastal city’s bespoke neighborhood vibe ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio, breaks ground for a new, boutique hotel in the Northern California coastal community of Pacific Grove, on the storied Monterey Peninsula. Marking the boutique… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition Join Forces to Reforest the World

Partnership to help restore an estimated 1.5 million trees around the world ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced a partnership with Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition to turn guest spending into support of reforestation projects around the world. During the month of October,… Read the full press release

Related Group and Hilton Unveil Waldorf Astoria Residences in Pompano Beach, South Florida’s Newest Luxury Residential Address

Pompano Beach will be the first stand‑alone residences to enter the portfolio and cement the picturesque oceanfront village as luxury hotspot MIAMI, FL, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Powerhouse developers Related Group (Related) and Merrimac Ventures alongside hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Residences, located in South Florida’s emerging market of Pompano Beach. Directly… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris Celebrates Pastry Chef Michael Bartocetti as 2023’s Best in Le Chef Awards

Michael Bartocetti’s talent has once again been recognized, making the chef as one of the most awarded pastry chefs of his generation Paris, France, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris announces that Michael Bartocetti has been elected Pastry Chef of the Year 2023 by his peers at the “Trophées Le Chef” ceremony, attended by more… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Earns Top Honors in 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

Celebrating the world’s top hotels, resorts, islands, and more Palm Beach, U.S.A., 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach recognized once again as the #1 Resort in Florida and now within the 20 best resorts  in the world. “Being the first place… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club Claims Top Honors in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

Commending the World’s Best Hotels, Resorts, and more Surfside, Florida, U.S.A., 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club recognized as the #1 Hotel in Florida for a second year on a row and within the best in the world. The… Read the full press release

Celebrity Chef Nobu Returns to Doha for Exclusive Culinary Events at Nobu Restaurant

Chef Nobu in town from October 4 to 7, 2023 Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — When Nobu Doha first opened in 2015 at Four Seasons Hotel Doha, it took the city by storm. The largest Nobu restaurant in the world sitting just offshore on its own private peninsula, its design by the Rockwell Group, inspired… Read the full press release

TUI Group Expands Tech Capabilities with New ‘Digital Hub Porto’ in Portugal

Delivery and quality of new digital products and services are key for transformation into global digital travel and leisure platform company Strong TUI footprint in Portugal expanded: popular holiday destination and digital innovation centre Future of tourism in focus: TUI Group’s work on mobile app, payments and artificial intelligence supported and driven by teams in… Read the full press release

The Luxury Collection Partners with Global Explorer Laila Gohar to Create Whimsical Cake Installation at Prince de Galles, Paris

PARIS, FRANCE, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces a new collaboration with Global Explorer Laila Gohar creating a transformative cake experience at Prince de Galles, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris. Known for her avant-garde culinary installations, the chef and artist… Read the full press release

Marriott International Launches Four Points Express by Sheraton to Meet Growing Midscale Accommodation Demand

Marriott International, Inc. announced the launch of Four Points Express by Sheraton, designed for the midscale segment. BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) announced the launch of Four Points Express by Sheraton, designed for the midscale segment. This new brand is a response to growing consumer demand for… Read the full press release

IHG One Rewards Mobile App Receives Rave Reviews for Redefining Travel Experience

Must-have travel app with features for ease and inspiration for all travelers ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The IHG One Rewards mobile app is redefining the travel experience with a greater emphasis on customer satisfaction – and it’s earning rave reviews. The app’s intuitive design and new features seamlessly guide guests through their booking… Read the full press release

AHLA Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Drive Advocacy and Growth in the Hotel Industry

WASHINGTON, USA, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association announced two promotions among its leadership team. Haleigh Hildebrand was promoted to vice president, campaigns & political strategy. In her new role, Hildebrand will guide AHLA’s efforts to build grassroots and grasstops programs that support a healthy and growing hotel industry. Prior… Read the full press release

The Leading Hotels of the World Introduces Sustainability Leaders Collection: Luxury Hotels Committed to Environmental and Cultural Preservation

More than 50 Leading Hotels are Celebrated as Sustainability Leaders and Demonstrate Excellence in Environment, Community and Cultural Practices NEW YORK, NY, 2023-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), more than 400 independent luxury hotels in over 80 countries, is proud to unveil their Sustainability Leaders collection. From modern metropolitan… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Announces Inaugural Yacht Experience with Ultra-Luxe Design Innovations

The first Four Seasons Yacht will create exceptional experiences through best-in-class design, distribution, and deployment with inaugural voyages exploring the yachting playgrounds of the Caribbean and Mediterranean Toronto, Canada, 2023-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons, together with luxury yachting company Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd. and venerated Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, continues to build momentum towards the… Read the full press release

Marriott Announces Luxury Properties with NEOM in Saudi Arabia’s Trojena Mountain Destination

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2023-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with NEOM to open two luxury properties in Trojena, NEOM’s mountain destination located in the north-west region of Saudi Arabia. The agreement includes Saudi Arabia’s first W Hotel, and a JW Marriott property. “We are excited to… Read the full press release