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Marriott International debuts a bold new media campaign showcasing the power of its independent hotel platform

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Bold Campaign Underscores the Breadth, Depth & Diversity of the Company’s Collection Brands, Poised for Significant Growth BETHESDA, Md., 2018-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today (10/09/2018) debuted a bold new media campaign showcasing the power of its independent hotel platform across the company’s three collection brands: The Luxury Collection, Autograph… Read the full press release

The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts opens its first property in Jordan — Al Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Saraya Aqaba

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Al Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Saraya Aqaba Premieres a New Luxury Experience on the Shores of the Red Sea BETHESDA, Md., 2018-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts, announced today the opening of its first property in the Kingdom of Jordan, the highly anticipated Al Manara, a Luxury Collection… Read the full press release

Hyatt to acquire international lifestyle hotel management company Two Roads Hospitality

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Addition of Alila, Destination, Joie de Vivre, Thompson and tommie brands to the Hyatt portfolio will strengthen Hyatt’s lifestyle and wellbeing offerings for high-end travelers worldwide CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (October 8, 2018) announced an agreement to acquire Two Roads Hospitality, an international lifestyle hotel management company with… Read the full press release

Sunwing Travel Group’s hotel division to operate six of Rex Resorts’ Caribbean hotels

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Toronto, ON, Canada, 2018-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunwing Travel Group announced today (02 Oct 2018) that the Group’s hotel division would begin operating six of Rex Resorts’ Caribbean hotels as part of a newly formed strategic alliance, effective December 01, 2018. As part of this landmark agreement, Sunwing’s growing hotel division plans to make… Read the full press release

IHG expands Holiday Inn brand in Australia with signing of Holiday Inn & Suites Melbourne Ringwood

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG continues the expansion of the Holiday Inn brand in Australia with the signing of Holiday Inn & Suites Melbourne Ringwood. It follows the signing of a management agreement with Ninety Four Feet, an Australasian property development, investment, and construction company, and their partners Omni Property Group… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu announces its latest hotel opening in the historic Turkish city of Trabzon

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Radisson Blu opens in Trabzon, Turkey BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces, is delighted to announce its latest hotel opening in the historic Turkish city of Trabzon. The 162-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Trabzon is located in Boztepe, the… Read the full press release

Oakwood-Branded Properties takes home three awards at the HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2018

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SINGAPORE, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood®, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), was recently accorded three awards at the HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2018: Best Serviced Apartment Property (Southeast Asia): Oakwood Hotel & Residence Sri Racha Best Serviced Apartment Property (Singapore): Oakwood Studios Singapore Best Corporate – MICE Venue: Oakwood Hotel & Residence… Read the full press release

Hyatt to open nine additional Hyatt-branded hotels in Africa by the end of 2020

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Hyatt announces three new development deals in Africa, strengthening its brand presence in the East and North of the continent CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (September 26, 2018)  that nine additional Hyatt-branded hotels are expected to open in Africa by the end of 2020. Fulfilling last year’s… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu opens 109-room hotel in the historic city of Bruges, Belgium – called the Venice of the North

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces, is delighted to announce its latest hotel opening in the historic city of Bruges, Belgium – called the Venice of the North. This stunning 109-room hotel is located in a UNESCO… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation to develop the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Rouen, the capital of Normandy, France

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The project will mark the first Hyatt-branded hotel in the French Normandy CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (September 12, 2018) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with a subsidiary of Matmut S.A.M. to develop the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Rouen, the capital of… Read the full press release

The Luxury Collection® announces the opening of Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos

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The Luxury Collection Debuts First Resort in Baja California Sur Bethesda, MD, 2018-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection®, part of Marriott International, Inc., today (09/06/2018) announced the opening of Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos. Perched on a coveted 34 acres overlooking the Sea of Cortez, Solaz Resort offers travelers a restorative, wholly… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu announces its latest hotel opening in the French city of Bordeaux

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Taste a new Blu in Bordeaux Radisson Blu opens in the wine capital of the world BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces, is delighted to announce its latest hotel opening in the French city of Bordeaux. The… Read the full press release

The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte completes an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation in celebration of its 17th anniversary

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North Carolina’s Sophisticated Southern Luxury Collection Hotel Has Been Redesigned to Reveal All-New Guest Rooms, Communal Spaces, Group Experiences and Creative Partnerships Bethesda, MD, 2018-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection®, part of Marriott International, Inc., today (09/05/2018) announced the completion of an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation of The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte. In… Read the full press release

Marriott International to grow its branded residential portfolio by more than 70 percent By 2022

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As demand for the luxury lifestyle soars, more homebuyers worldwide seek residences carrying brands such as Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, EDITION and W Bethesda, MD, 2018-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) has announced that its branded residential portfolio is expected to grow by more than 70 percent in four years as both… Read the full press release

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts announces the signing of The St. Regis Melbourne, its first hotel in Australia

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Through Exquisite Experiences and a Vanguard Spirit, the Renowned Luxury Brand set to Captivate this Capital of Culture Melbourne, Australia, 2018-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today (08/29/2018) announced the signing of The St. Regis Melbourne, marking the first hotel in Australia for the renowned luxury brand. Owned by Century… Read the full press release

W Hotels Worldwide opens its first-ever hotel in Malaysia — the W Kuala Lumpur

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W Brings Its Vibrant Style to Malaysia, Adding A Modern Marvel to the Southeast Asian Jungle City Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, Inc., today (08/28/2018) announced the opening of W Kuala Lumpur, marking the iconic brand’s first-ever hotel in Malaysia. Owned by Tropicana Corporation… Read the full press release

Hyatt opens the first Grand Hyatt branded hotel in Colombia — the Grand Hyatt Bogota

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372-room luxury hotel marks the first Hyatt hotel in Bogota and first Grand Hyatt hotel in Colombia CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (August 29, 2018) the opening of Grand Hyatt Bogota, marking the first Hyatt hotel in the Colombian capital and the first Grand Hyatt branded hotel… Read the full press release

Choice Privileges again recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Hotel Rewards Programs for 2018-19

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Privileges, the award-winning loyalty program from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has once again been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Hotel Rewards Programs for 2018-19. Each year, the publication evaluates airlines, hotels, cruise lines, and vacation spots to determine which programs, providers,… Read the full press release

JAPAN: Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Shin-Osaka opens its doors to guests

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OSAKA, 2018-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Shin-Osaka opens its doors today (August 1, 2018), joining 12 other serviced apartments in the country, as well as a growing portfolio of more than 60 Oakwood branded properties in the world. Situated within walking distance to Shin-Osaka Station, the gateway to Japan’s Kansai… Read the full press release

Hilton Short Hills unveils new enhancements following $9 million hotel transformation project

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With Renovated Guest Rooms, Updated Meeting Space and Addition of a Rooftop Lounge, Come Experience the New Hilton Short Hills SHORT HILLS, NJ, 2018-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Short Hills, a AAA Four Diamond-rated property part of Hilton Hotels and Resort’s fast-growing global portfolio of upscale, full-service hotels, just placed the finishing touches on a… Read the full press release

Azerai Can Tho Opens with a Grand Gala Event

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Can Tho City, Vietnam, 2018-Jul-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The 2nd of June 2018 marked a magical and memorable evening for Azerai Can Tho celebrated with a Grand Opening Gala Event. The hotel transformed into a magnificent party ground, where the swimming pool was converted to a fashion catwalk, while our guests dined on… Read the full press release

Marriott International acquires the 1,000-room Sheraton Grand Phoenix hotel for $255 million

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BETHESDA, MD, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that it has purchased the 1,000-room Sheraton Grand Phoenix hotel for $255 million. Marriott has plans for a significant renovation covering the downtown Phoenix hotel’s guest rooms and public space to transform the property into a cutting-edge model for the Sheraton… Read the full press release

Royal Wedding Package at Royal Lancaster London

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Lancaster London cordially invites you to celebrate the Royal Wedding (19 May 2018) of HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with the grand ‘Royal Wedding’ package, available throughout May 2018. The recently renovated hotel has created the ultimate luxury getaway in the heart of the British… Read the full press release

Amara Hotels & Resorts to implement two of Duetto’s cloud applications for greater collaboration and more data-driven pricing and distribution decisions

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SINGAPORE, 2018-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Amara Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Duetto, hospitality’s only Revenue Strategy Platform, to implement two of the company’s cloud applications for greater collaboration and more data-driven pricing and distribution decisions across Amara’s hotel group. The Singapore-based company will adopt Duetto’s Open Pricing application, GameChanger, and its solution for intelligent reporting, ScoreBoard, exclusively… Read the full press release

Hyatt to manage a Hui Xian REIT owned hotel in Chongqing, China

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CHICAGO, IL, 2018-Mar-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt and Hui Xian Real Estate Investment Trust (“Hui Xian REIT”) jointly announced today an agreement for Hyatt to manage a hotel owned by Hui Xian REIT. Located in Jiefangbei, Chongqing’s Central Business District in western China, the hotel is currently under renovation and is expected to be… Read the full press release

Spain-Holiday.com: City breaks now represent 26% of all holidays in Spain

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MALAGA, 2017-Nov-03 — /Travel PR News/ — With the clocks going back last weekend and the winter nights closing in, the impulse to book a last-minute flight to somewhere sunny is very tempting. However, a cheap flight does not necessarily mean a cheap and cheerful weekend away. Which city destination offers the best value depends to… Read the full press release

Marriott International Inc. to develop its new corporate headquarters and hotel project in downtown Bethesda, Maryland

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced it has signed a letter of intent with a joint venture between The Bernstein Companies and Boston Properties to develop its new corporate headquarters and hot el project in downtown Bethesda. The selected site is located at 7750 Wisconsin Avenue,… Read the full press release

Courtyard Glasgow Airport joins Courtyard by Marriott

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Courtyard Glasgow Airport joins Courtyard by Marriott   London, 2016-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (10/05/2016 ) announces the addition of Courtyard Glasgow Airport to its portfolio in Scotland. Courtyard Glasgow Airport has undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment before joining Courtyard by Marriott, marking the brand’s debut in the city. Formerly Ramada Glasgow… Read the full press release

Burba Hotel Network and Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association partner to stimulate investment in the Caribbean hotel and tourism market

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Costa Mesa, CA, 2016-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Burba Hotel Network (BHN), the leader in organizing and connecting the Caribbean’s hotel and tourism investment community, and the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the leading trade and advocacy organization for the Caribbean hotel and tourism industry, today announced a strategic alliance with regards to the… Read the full press release

Abre sus puertas el lujoso hotel Gran Meliá de Mar, uno de los rincones más bellos del Mediterráneo

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Mallorca, España, 2016-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Meliá Hotels International acaba de abrir las puertas del hotel Gran Meliá de Mar, tras una importante renovación para hacerlo aún más lujoso y adaptar sus estándares a la marca Gran Meliá (anteriormente el hotel operaba bajo la marca Meliá), convirtiéndolo en el hotel-destino por excelencia para parejas,… Read the full press release