Four Seasons Hotel Toronto welcomes Mary Ann Gamboa as Marketing Director

Mary Ann Gamboa joins the dynamic Four Seasons Hotel Toronto leadership team Toronto, Canada, 2021-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — For Mary Ann Gamboa, leading by example with the genuine desire to develop her team is the cornerstone of her tenured career. Before she immigrated to Canada in 1998, Mary Ann began her career in Manila,… Read the full press release

Moxy Austin-University opens its doors to guests

The First Moxy Hotel in Texas will be a Vibrant Hangout with Close Proximity to Campus AUSTIN, TX, 2021-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Austin-University has officially opened its doors today (JANUARY 13, 2021) as the first Moxy hotel to debut in Texas, tucked directly alongside the University of Texas at Austin campus. Owned by… Read the full press release

Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport debuts $20 million transformation

Owned by Manga Hotels, the newly renovated Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, an IHG hotel, debuts a fresh start  Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, owned and operated by Manga Hotels, opens its doors after completing a $20 million renovation. The transformation marks a new beginning for the hotel… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces strategic partnership with Penn National Gaming

Members of Choice Hotels’ and Penn National Gaming’s Loyalty Programs Will Soon Earn and Redeem Points When Staying at Hotel or Gaming Properties Across the Country ROCKVILLE, Md. and WYOMISSING, Pa., 2021-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has entered into a strategic agreement with Penn National Gaming, Inc. (NASDAQ: PENN), the nation’s largest regional… Read the full press release

Marriott signs largest hotel-branded residential project to date worldwide

Project would add close to 4,200 residential and officetel units in Vietnam, positioned to meet the increasing demand for distinct premium lifestyle offerings Bethesda, MD, 2021-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 7, 2021) announced a milestone agreement with Vietnam-based real estate firm Masterise Homes to develop a dual-branded… Read the full press release

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of The St. Regis Cairo

An Epitome of Modern Egyptian Glamour, the hotel brings Exquisite Design and Signature Butler Service to the Bustling Metropolis CAIRO, EGYPT, 2021-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, today (JANUARY 6, 2021) announced the highly-anticipated opening of The St. Regis Cairo. Rising tall on the banks of… Read the full press release

IHG® announces Holiday Inn Riyadh The Business District, opening in January 2022

The latest signing supports IHG’s growth ambition in KSA Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a Management Agreement with Lina Snacks Foods Company, to open Holiday Inn Riyadh The Business District. Building on IHG’s recent signings in KSA, including… Read the full press release

IHG® to bring dual-branded Hotel Indigo and Staybridge Suites in Nottingham’s Island Quarter

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has committed to bring two of its world-renowned brands to Nottingham (UK) after signing a management agreement with Conygar, the developer behind The Island Quarter development. IHG will be bringing its upscale boutique hotel brand Hotel Indigo as… Read the full press release

IHG® announces 300-room Crowne Plaza Danang Waterfront scheduled to open in 2023

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has signed a management agreement with Minh Dong Travel Service and Trading Company Limited – a member of PGT Group – to open the second Crowne Plaza in Danang. The 300-room Crowne Plaza Danang Waterfront will welcome guests in 2023. With unobstructed… Read the full press release

Anantara Chiang Mai Resort announces new international award wins

Doha, Qatar, 2021-Jan-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Amid a year of shutdowns and strictly guided re-openings Anantara Chiang Mai Resort has emerged as Thailand’s top resort with a number of prestigious international award wins to add to its collection. The resort which blends contemporary design with traditional Thai hospitality and old-world charm, was named the winner… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels announces the opening of the Cambria Hotel Detroit-Shelby Township

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Jan-08 — /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 Detroit-Shelby Township. This marks the brand’s fifth new hotel since June, joining properties in Greenville, South Carolina; Madeira Beach, Florida; Ocean City, Maryland; and Sonoma, California. The four-story,… Read the full press release

G6 Hospitality commits to a proactive, zero-tolerance stance on human trafficking

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Jan-07 — /Travel PR News/ — G6 Hospitality, parent company of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, reaffirms its commitment to raising awareness about human trafficking and supporting the important work being done across industries to end human trafficking. “G6 Hospitality is deeply committed to doing our part to end human trafficking in… Read the full press release

Wharf Hotels recognised at the HRD Awards Asia 2020 and the Stelliers 2020

Hong Kong SAR, China, 2021-Jan-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels and its Associates and Colleagues received further recognition from the industry’s globally recognised excellence awards at HRD Awards Asia 2020 and the Stelliers 2020. With Wharf Hotels’ commitment to develop talent for their long term success, Wharf Hotels is proud to announce the… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of five UrCove properties in the major gateway cities of Shanghai, Chengdu and Nanjing

The new openings reinforce Hyatt’s commitment to reach China’s underserved upper-midscale segment and strategically grow the Hyatt brand in China CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jan-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt today (December 29, 2020) announced that UrCove, the new hospitality brand developed under a joint venture between Hyatt and BTG Homeinns Hotel Group affiliates, opened its… Read the full press release

Wharf Hotels launches its year-end campaign, Stay A Little Longer

Hong Kong SAR, China, 2020-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — To wrap up the year, Wharf Hotels has launched its year-end campaign inviting guests to take some time out for themselves and their families with their Stay A Little Longer offer. From now until 17 January 2020, sixteen of the group’s Niccolo and Marco Polo… Read the full press release

Hyatt completes the sale of Exhale Enterprises LLC

CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt announced today (DEC 22, 2020) the completion of its sale of Exhale Enterprises LLC, which includes Exhale, an internationally recognized spa and fitness brand in the U.S. and Caribbean, to E-HALO Holdings, LLC in partnership with Integrity Square, LLC, a leading advisory firm and growth equity… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

New resort to redefine luxury hospitality on the Gold Coast with stunning aesthetics, personalized wellness programs and exceptional service GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA, 2020-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, has announced the opening of JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, marking the debut of Marriott International’s iconic JW Marriott… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotels announces the opening of Frutt Mountain Resort in the heart of Central Switzerland on 19 December 2020

Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Dec-18 — /Travel PR News/ — In the heart of Central Switzerland and only 40 km from Lucerne, Frutt Mountain Resort, newly managed by Kempinski Hotels, will welcome ski and nature lovers in the midst of a winter wonderland from 19 December 2020. The gondola takes guests up to 2,000 metres directly to the… Read the full press release

ONYX Hospitality Group announces the first-ever Shama resort, Shama Yalong Bay Sanya in Hainan, China

Devoted to integrating a ‘no boundaries’ lifestyle into an amazing resort setting, Shama Yalong Bay Sanya is set to welcome its first guests in February 2021 Shanghai, China, 2020-Dec-18 — /Travel PR News/ — ONYX Hospitality Group, one of the region’s leading hotel management companies, has signed a management agreement with Hainan Sunup Group Investment… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels to develop new Cambria Hotels in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee through new franchise agreements

Upscale Brand Awards Franchise Agreements in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Dec-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has awarded franchise agreements to Victor Patel of VRL Hotels to develop new Cambria Hotels in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. These agreements further the upscale brand’s traction in Tennessee, which includes the already open Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown as well as… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of the new, 148-room Hyatt Place Saltillo, Coahuila, México

SALTILLO, Coahuila, 2020-Dec-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Saltillo, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Coahuila is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new, 148-room hotel offers business and leisure travelers an open, intuitive design, casual atmosphere,… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of 137-room Hyatt Regency Cape Town

The hotel marks the second Hyatt hotel in South Africa and brings the brand’s premium level of service to Cape Town for the first time CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Dec-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (December 15, 2020) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Cape Town, the first Hyatt-branded property in the… Read the full press release

Happy Violin’s Day from Baron Resort Sharm el SHeikh

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2020-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — “Violin is a beautiful creation as it makes music sound so melodious and food for soul” At Baron Resort Sharm el Sheikh, where the entertainment and events are everlasting, the resort’s violinist gave a great performance at the beach to all our guests as an acknowledgement… Read the full press release

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok Hotel to host its Christmas Fair on 19-20 December

Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — There’s nothing like a lively Christmas Fair complete with a towering Christmas tree, garlands and twinkling fairy lights to create an air of festivity and good cheer. One of the most enduring family festive traditions, it’s an opportunity for the community to come together. This year, Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok Hotel will… Read the full press release

Steigenberger Grandhotel Belvédère to open its doors to guests again on 11 December 2020

World-famous Grand Hotel in Davos gets ready to receive guests once more – luxurious holidays will be back on the agenda from 11 December 2020 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Everything is geared up for a winter season steeped in tradition. The Steigenberger Grandhotel Belvédère, the mainstay of the well-known… Read the full press release

Wharf Hotels appoints Alice Au as Group Director Digital Marketing

Intensifying digital transformation for Wharf Hotels Hong Kong SAR, China, 2020-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Alice Au as its new Group Director Digital Marketing. Educated in Hong Kong SAR, Alice is an MBA graduate of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.  Holding over… Read the full press release

Hyatt plans to grow its brand portfolio in Europe with more than 20 new hotels by the end of 2023

New Hyatt-branded hotels are planned for London, Reykjavik, Helsinki, Prague, Lisbon, and Edinburgh, some of the most sought-after destinations in the world CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Dec-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (December 7, 2020) announced plans to grow its brand portfolio in Europe significantly by the end of 2023 with more… Read the full press release

Aimbridge Hospitality appoints John Caparella to President of Evolution Hospitality

Plano, TX, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading global, third-party hotel management company, and its wholly-owned subsidiary Evolution Hospitality, announce the appointment of John Caparella to President of Evolution Hospitality. In his new role, Caparalla is responsible for managing all facets of the Evolution Hospitality division, which includes a portfolio of lifestyle,… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to open its first property in Mexico, the new 78-room Kimpton Aluna Hotel

Boutique Hospitality Pioneer Expands Presence in North America Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced today (03 DECEMBER 2020) it will open a new 78-room lifestyle luxury hotel in Tulum, marking the brand’s first opening in Mexico. Set to open on December 18, the luxurious Kimpton Aluna Hotel offers guests… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group announces Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 hotel scheduled to open in 2025

Franchise agreement signed with long-term partner for Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has signed a landmark franchise agreement with real estate experts, Siamese Asset to expand its world-renowned Crowne Plaza brand in Bangkok. The new Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 hotel will open in 2025in a prime city location, close to the Thai capital’s new central… Read the full press release