Rocco Forte Hotels launches Rocco Forte Private Villas in Verdura Resort, Sicily on April 1, 2021

London, UK, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — April 2021 will see the launch of Rocco Forte Private Villas,  the first 20 branded independent villas overlooking the sparkling bay of Verdura Resort, Sicily. The new villas will guarantee ultimate privacy and security for those who seek exclusive accommodation combined with the unique services that have made… Read the full press release

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas unveils multi-million-dollar renovation of its two-bedroom over water pool residences

Doha, Qatar, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Setting a new precedent in naturally inspired design and luxurious living in the greatest aquatic paradise on earth, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has launched its collection of the largest private pool residences in the world with the renovation completion of the resort’s two-bedroom over water pool residences. A multi-million-dollar project which… Read the full press release

GlobalStar Travel Management and Snowstorm Technologies Strategic Partnership

London, UK and Worldwide, 2021-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — GlobalStar Travel Management and OneWurld, A division of Snowstorm Technologies (UK) Ltd. announce strategic global partnership. An exciting alliance combining distribution, technology, content and knowledge. The new travel landscape presents innovation opportunities. The announcement of a strategic global partnership between leading international travel management network… Read the full press release

ABSOLUTE HOTEL SERVICES ANNOUNCES SIGNING OF MANAGEMENT CONTRACT IN IGATPURI , INDIA.

From left to right - Mr. Nitin Karambelkar & Mr. Sameer Dharkar

Mumbai, India, 2021-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr. Sameer Dharkar, Managing Director of Absolute Hotel Services – South Asia & Middle East region, is delighted to announce its First White Label Management  Contract with  “Manas Hospitality Private Limited” for its distinguished resort in Igatpuri,  “Manas Resort With Petting Zoo And Organic Farm, Igatpuri.” Igatpuri,… Read the full press release

IHG® Hotels & Resorts announces the upcoming opening of voco Grand Central in Glasgow and voco Edinburgh – Haymarket

IHG® Hotels & Resorts continues to drive growth strategy with UK openings Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (25 FEBRUARY 2021) demonstrated its continued UK growth by announcing the debut of voco Hotels™ into the Scottish hotel market. Marked with the upcoming opening of voco Grand Central in Glasgow and voco Edinburgh – Haymarket, IHG has always been a prime player… Read the full press release

Marriott International introduces new Hybrid Meeting Solutions for its Connect with Confidence Program

BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — More meeting and event professionals have been looking to plan hybrid virtual/in-person meetings and events as the meeting industry adapts to new ways of connecting during the global pandemic. However, meeting and event professionals often require additional information about technology, health protocols, and logistics available to them…. Read the full press release

Anantara Golden Triangle launches virtual jungle field trip of unique elephant experiences for school children in lockdown

Doha, Qatar, 2021-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort has introduced a complimentary service for school children in lockdown that stars elephants in a personal call live from their natural habitat in Northern Thailand’s ancient jungle.  During the video call, children around the world can virtually participate in a jungle… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Omnam Group announce plans for a brand-new resort in Puglia, southern Italy

Four Seasons to expand its presence in Italy with brand-new beachside project in the enchanting Mediterranean region of Puglia Toronto, Canada, 2021-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an international leader in luxury hospitality, and Omnam Group, a global real estate firm, announce plans for a brand-new resort in Puglia, the stunning… Read the full press release

Clarion Pointe announces the opening of Clarion Pointe in Statesville, North Carolina

Midscale Brand Extension Continues Nationwide Expansion in Charlotte, North Carolina Area ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — On the heels of rapid development, Clarion Pointe, a midscale select-service brand extension franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), kicked off the year with the milestone opening of its 25th hotel: the Clarion Pointe in Statesville, North Carolina. The brand… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels announces the opening of the Cambria Hotel Rock Hill – University Center

Debut Marks Upscale Brand’s Sixth Hotel in the Palmetto State ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its rapid expansion across the country with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Rock Hill – University Center. The six-story, 110-room hotel is the brand’s sixth to… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels and Resorts announces Staybridge Suites Bengaluru Thanisandra

The company continues to build on a strong growth momentum in the country and strategically expand its brand portfolio across key cities Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels and Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies has announced the debut of its world-renowned extended stay brand, Staybridge Suites® in… Read the full press release

The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation establish Marriott-Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership at Howard University

Marriott International to create the Arne M. Sorenson Hospitality Fund to support the design of a world class hospitality program and curriculum BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation together with Howard University announced today the establishment of the Marriott-Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership in honor… Read the full press release

Rosewood Mayakoba together with cocktail experts from renowned Licorería Limantour introduce Zapote Bar

Rosewood Mayakoba in Collaboration with Award-Winning Bar Licorería Limantour Debut Cocktail Destination Celebrating Yucatán Culture  Riviera Maya, Mexico, 2021-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Mayakoba together with the cocktail experts from renowned Licorería Limantour in Mexico City (ranked on “The World’s 50 Best Bars List” for five consecutive years), introduce Zapote Bar. A crafted cocktail and culinary experience, Zapote pays… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group announces Board changes

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (“IHG”) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today (23 FEBRUARY 2021) announces:  The appointments of Daniela Barone Soares and Richard Anderson to its Board as Independent Non-Executive Directors, effective 1 March 2021. The retirement from its Board of Anne Busquet, Non-Executive Director, effective at IHG’s 2021… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental announces new luxury resort with branded residences in Da Nang, Vietnam

Da Nang, Vietnam, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is pleased to announce that it will manage a new luxury resort with branded residences in Da Nang, one of Vietnam’s most popular leisure destinations. The project is scheduled to open in 2024. Mandarin Oriental, Da Nang sits on a spectacular 30km stretch of… Read the full press release

Singita launches completely reimagined website

Serengeti, Tanzania, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Once again setting the tone for the future of ecotourism and luxury safaris on the continent, leading conservation and ecotourism brand Singita launched its brand-new digital experience this month. The completely reimagined website serves as an availability-and-enquiry engine, as well as a safari-planning tool which encapsulates and… Read the full press release

Steigenberger Wiltcher launches new deluxe room service: the private room restaurants

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — From 2 March until 10 April 2021, Steigenberger Wiltcher’s in Brussels will be the only hotel in the city to offer a new form of deluxe room service. Guests will be able to order Michelin-star standard food straight to their rooms during this period. In… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the appointment of Anthony “Tony” Capuano as Chief Executive Officer and Stephanie Linnartz as President

BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International’s (NASDAQ: MAR) Board of Directors announced today (FEBRUARY 23, 2021) that Anthony “Tony” Capuano has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and has joined the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. He was previously Group President, Global Development, Design and Operations Services. The Board of Directors… Read the full press release

Mexico: The four-floor, boho-chic inspired property Aloft Tulum opens its doors to guests

New Lifestyle Hotel Marks Marriott Bonvoy’s Entry into Tulum, Ushering in a New Era of Hospitality TULUM, MEXICO, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Aloft Tulum, a brand-new, boho-chic inspired hotel managed by Highgate Hotels, opened last week near Tulum’s desirable downtown district and its white-sand beaches. The four-floor property features 140 loft-like guest rooms and… Read the full press release

Hilton announces the opening of Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island

Forms part of Miral’s Yas Bay master-development on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s leisure, business and entertainment hub ABU DHABI, UAE, 2021-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton’s latest world-class leisure resort, the breath-taking Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, developed by Miral, leading curator of experience in Abu Dhabi, welcomes its first guests today. The hotel is set… Read the full press release

Anantara Chiang Mai Resort and Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort among the 500 best hotels in the world

Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Two of Anantara Resorts in Thailand namely Anantara Chiang Mai Resort and Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort have been included in Travel+Leisure USA magazine’s iconic top 500 – an illustrious list that recognizes the 500 best hotels in the world, as chosen by their readers. The… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality again achieves “highest level of innovation” accolade in the WELT and ServiceValue Awards

Deutsche Hospitality emerges as the No. 1 innovator in its sector in the WELT and ServiceValue Awards Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has created a further branch benchmark by securing a third successive first place in the annual “Innovation” study carried out by the news channel WELT. In… Read the full press release

Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta announces official opening

Boutique Hotel is Now Open in Buckhead Neighborhood Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The highly anticipated Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta has officially opens its doors to guests. Tucked away in the elegant neighborhood of Buckhead, The Sylvan Hotel is a 1950s-era adaptive reuse boutique hotel with a mid-century modern design scheme, complimented… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Pro-invest Group announce voco Brisbane City Centre and Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The huge momentum behind the popular Hotel Indigo and voco brands continues, as IHG Hotels & Resorts and Pro-invest Group build on their partnership with the signing of two high-profile conversion hotels in the Brisbane CBD. voco Brisbane City Centre and Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre will become the… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels announces the opening of the Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Capitol Riverfront

Newest Downtown Property Marks Upscale Brand’s Continued Growth in Top-Tier Markets ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues to expand in key markets across the country with the opening of its newest downtown location: the Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Capitol Riverfront. The nine-story, 154-room… Read the full press release

Hyatt House Tallahassee Capitol – University opens doors to guests

Tallahassee, Fla., 2021-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt House Tallahassee Capitol – University and Olympia Hotel Management (OHM) proudly announced today (February 17, 2021) the hotel’s opening in the Florida state capital. The five-story, 80,000 square foot property is comprised of 120 guestrooms, including 77 with full kitchens, a large patio with outdoor bar service,… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels and Juniper Capital Partners announce the debut of Hotel Nyack

The Hudson Valley upscale lifestyle hotel offers joy-driven service, a locally-inspired experience and heartfelt leadership with Hyatt’s Joie de Vivre Hotels brand and appoints new management under Real Hospitality Group NYACK, N.Y., 2021-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Juniper Capital Partners today (February 18, 2021) announce the opening of Hotel Nyack,… Read the full press release

Anantara Kalutara Resort launches new Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by Bastien Gonzalez

Doha, Qatar, 2021-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Famed for wellness and known as an Ayurvedic destination, Sri Lanka is once again welcoming international tourists after reopening its borders last month. Now those visiting the teardrop Indian Ocean island can add a world class pedicure or manicure into their schedule with the launch of the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle earns Five-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide

Seattle, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle was recognised with the prestigious Five-Star award in the 63rd annual Forbes Travel Guide awards. The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle also received its Four-Star Spa distinction for the ninth consecutive year. Both the Hotel and Spa have the highest and only Forbes Star awards in their respective categories in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island received highest honors at Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 annual Star Awards

Luxury hotel in the heart of the UAE capital maintains prestigious rating from Forbes Travel Guide’s Annual Star Awards Abu Dhabi, U.A.E, 2021-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, has announced its 2021 annual Star Awards. For the third consecutive year, Four Seasons… Read the full press release