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IHG Signs With Ha Long Investment and Development for InterContinental Halong Bay Resort in Vietnam
IHG® | July 28, 2020
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) today announced the signing of InterContinental Halong Bay Resort and InterContinental Residences Halong Bay with Ha Long Investment and Development Limited Company, a member of BIM Group, marking IHG’s expansion into the Quang Ninh province, Vietnam. Slated to open in 2023, the project draws inspiration from its beachfront location in Halong Bay which includes more than 1,600 islands and inlets forming a spectacular seascape of limestone pillars, and InterContinental brand’s distinctive style. InterContinental Halong Bay Resort will feature 175 guest rooms while InterContinental Residences Halong ...
Residence Inn by Marriott Hotel to Open in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee
Residence Inn by Marriott | July 28, 2020
Mt. Juliet, TN – July 28, 2020 – The 124-suite Residence Inn by Marriott in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee is set to open this week with its upscale, stylish décor that offers flexibility, while creating a unique environment. Located at 5004 Crossings Circle, the all-suite Residence Inn Nashville Mt. Juliet will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Pinnacle Hospitality Partners, LLC of Nashville, Tennessee. Located 10 miles from Nashville International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown Nashville, the Residence Inn Nashville Mt. Juliet offers its guests convenient access to the Providence Mall, the Opryland Convention Center...
New 126-Key Cambria Hotel Greenville Opens in South Carolina
Cambria Hotels | July 27, 2020
ROCKVILLE, Md., July 27, 2020 - Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its rapid growth across the country with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Greenville. The four-story, 126-room hotel, which is the brand's fifth property in the Palmetto State, is ready to welcome guests who are getting back on the road. The Cambria Hotel Greenville is located at 135 Carolina Point Pkwy., a short drive from the corporate headquarters of Michelin North America and a corporate campus for TD Bank. Guests can enjoy downtown Greenville's many restaurants and shops along the city's Main Street,...
In Time for ADA 30th Anniversary, Autism Training Company Offers Free Courses to Hospitality Industry Workers in US
Autism Double-Checked (ADC) | July 27, 2020
Stamford CT – July 2020 - Connecticut-based online training company Autism Double-Checked (ADC) has announced an initiative to help travel and hospitality staff located in the United States by offering free training courses on a first-come-first-served basis through August 31st 2020. The training is designed to educate hospitality industry workers to better assist travelers with Autism needs. CEO, Alan Day, said, “Huge numbers of travel industry employees are out of work and are facing a very competitive job market. Our easy-to-take autism awareness courses will allow participants to acquire a new skillset from home that can be put t...
Six Senses Rome to Open at Piazza di San Marcello
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas | July 27, 2020
BANGKOK – July 27, 2020 – The Six Senses urban collection heads to Rome, a treasure trove of artistic, cultural and architectural wonders. Following the brand’s entry into Singapore, New York and London, Six Senses Rome, which is set to open in late 2021, will live by all of its values with a particular emphasis on wellness, delicious food, community and sustainable design. The palazzo building lies in the center of ancient Rome, just blocks away from the Fontana di Trevi and Pantheon. The prominent luxury shopping streets of Via Condotti, Frattina and Borgognona are within walking distance. With Via del Corso converted to a semi-ped...
Hard Rock Hotel New York Celebrates “Topping Out” at Future Times Square Location
Hard Rock | July 23, 2020
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., July 23, 2020 - Hard Rock International, one of the world's most iconic dining, entertainment and hospitality brands, and nationally acclaimed real estate developer Extell Development Company, celebrated their latest construction milestone with a "topping out" ceremony at the site of the future Hard Rock Hotel New York. This achievement marks the completion of the fundamental framework atop the 35th floor terrace of what is soon to be another marquee Hard Rock property. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Hard Rock, Extell and AECOM Tishman representatives hoisted the U.S. flag high above Times Square and hosted a socially...
Ram Hotels Set to Open New 104-Key TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Amarillo, Texas
TownePlace Suites by Marriott | July 23, 2020
Amarillo, TX – July 23, 2020 – The TownePlace Suites by Marriott Amarillo West/Medical Center is scheduled to open for business on Thursday, July 30th. The new 104-suite hotel is built for travelers looking for a simple and friendly place where they can settle-in, keep their routine, and easily connect to the Amarillo area. Located at 6807 Interstate 40 West, it will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Ram Hotels of Amarillo, Texas. All service team members are thoroughly trained on local knowledge and look forward to connecting guests to the local area. The hotel brand’s signature floor-to-ceiling TowneMap® also h...
Radisson Hotel Group Adds Six New Hotels in Africa
Radisson Hotel Group | July 23, 2020
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, July 21, 2020 -- Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotels.com) is proud to announce the addition of six new hotels to its African portfolio, bringing the total to almost 100 hotels across 32 African markets. Building on the recent announcement of its reinforced African development team structure, the announcement of the six new hotels further demonstrates the Group’s commitment to the continent. Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group, said: “We believe in the vast potential of Africa. The addition of the six hotels, following the announcement of Radisson H...
Azul Hospitality Group Opens The Glenmark, Glendale, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Glenmark, Glendale, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel | July 23, 2020
Los Angeles, CA (July 23, 2020) – The Glenmark, Glendale, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is now open in California. The sophisticated yet approachable hotel will offer an authentic Glendale experience, inspiring social interaction in a playful environment. The first full-service Marriott International hotel in Glendale will feature 85 artfully designed guest rooms; signature restaurant Olia; Mila Rooftop Bar; Intelligentsia Coffee Roasters; a lobby bar; a state-of-the-art fitness center and 7,900 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. Renowned Santa Monica-based firm Hirsch Bender Associates was tapped to design the ho...
IHG Opens Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam – North Riverside
IHG | July 22, 2020
Today, IHG® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Holiday Inn Express® Amsterdam – North Riverside, the largest Holiday Inn Express® in Europe. Located on the northern shore of the IJ-lake, just a short free ferry ride from Amsterdam City Centre, the hotel is a perfect choice for those travelling for tourism or business. Holiday Inn Express is known for catering to smart, savvy travellers who are on the move to their next meeting or connection. A twenty five minute drive from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and a ten-minute drive from Amsterdam Central Station, the Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam – North Riverside has 438 ...
JW Marriott Nara Opens in Japan Marking 800th Property in Asia Pacific
Marriott International, Inc. | July 22, 2020
Marriott International, Inc. [NASDAQ: MAR] today announces the opening of its 800th property in Asia Pacific, the JW Marriott Nara in Japan. The opening marks the entry of the JW Marriott brand into Japan. The company also expects the EDITION and Aloft brands to debut in Japan before the end of the year. Across the Asia Pacific region throughout 2020, the Moxy brand anticipates its first hotel opening in China. “We remain confident in the resilience of travel, our owners and franchisees, guests and associates as well as the future prospects of lodging in Asia Pacific, our second largest market, ” said Craig S. Smith, Group President, A...
Residence Inn by Marriott Hotel to Open in Farmington Hills, Michigan With New Brand Design
Residence Inn by Marriott | July 22, 2020
Farmington Hills, MI – July 22, 2020 – The 111-suite Residence Inn by Marriott hotel in Farmington Hills, Michigan is set to open on Thursday, July 30th with its upscale, stylish décor that offers flexibility and a unique environment. Located at 33163 Hamilton Court, the all-suite Residence Inn Detroit Farmington Hills will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Hamilton Hospitality Inc. and managed by Group 10 Management of Southfield, Michigan. The Residence Inn Detroit Farmington Hills offers its guests convenient access to downtown Detroit, Comerica Park, Ford Field, Suburban Showplace, Little Caesars Arena and Twelve Oaks Mall...
Nobu Hospitality Expands to Africa With Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Marrakech
July 21, 2020
NEW YORK, July 21, 2020 - Global lifestyle brand Nobu Hospitality, founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, is delighted to announce its continuing global expansion into Marrakech, Morocco. Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Marrakech is a collaboration between Hivernage Collection, MC Hotels, (the owners of the Nobu Hotel Marbella, Marbella Club Hotel and joint owners of the Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay) and Nobu Hospitality which will lead the transformation of The Pearl Marrakech into a Nobu Hotel and Restaurant in the third quarter of 2021. Where rich heritage meets Nobu Hospitality's contemporary flair, Nobu Hotel Marrakech wil...
Focus Hospitality Management Opens The Tuxon in Tucson, Arizona
Focus Hospitality Management | July 21, 2020
TUCSON, AZ — July 21, 2020 — Focus Hospitality Management, a full-service hotel management company with a total of seven properties in the Tucson metropolitan statistical area (MSA), has opened The Tuxon, a modern boutique hotel and member of Marriott International’s Design HotelsTM, a collection with over 300 independent hotels in more than 60 countries across the world. Managed by Focus Hospitality, The Tuxon, located in the heart of Tucson, the second most-populated city in Arizona behind Phoenix, the state’s capital, and known for its adventurous outdoor activities and authentic culinary offerings, is owned by Tucson natives Vi...
Prestige Hospitality Group Opens the Newly Constructed Lake Placid Inn in Historic Lake Placid, New York
Prestige Hospitality Group | July 16, 2020
Lake Placid, NY – Justin D. Smith, President of Prestige Hospitality Group, LLC (PHG) is pleased to announce the opening of the newly constructed Lake Placid Inn in historic Lake Placid, New York. The Lake Placid Inn is an independent hotel featuring 40 beautifully appointed rooms and suites offering majestic lake and mountainside views. Located at 821 Mirror Lake Drive in the heart of Lake Placid Village, the hotel was constructed on the site of the former Mountain House and National Sports Academy, a private preparatory school for elite winter athletes. The boutique hotel, which opened its doors on Friday, July 3, 2020, features fi...
Owned and Managed by Halifax Hospitality the 118-Suite Residence Inn by Marriott Opens in Franklin, Tennessee
Residence Inn by Marriott | July 16, 2020
Franklin, TN – July 16, 2020 – The 118-suite Residence Inn by Marriott hotel in Franklin, Tennessee is now open for business with its upscale, stylish décor that offers flexibility, while creating a unique environment. Located at 8078 Berry Farms Crossing, the all-suite Residence Inn Franklin Berry Farms will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Halifax Hospitality of Franklin, Tennessee. Situated in the historic Berry Farms area of Franklin, the Residence Inn Franklin Berry Farms offers its guests convenient access to the historic Carnton House, the Lotz House Museum, SOAR Adventure Tower, Natchez Trace Parkway Bridg...
Rosewood Porto Cervo to Open in 2022 on the Italian Island of Sardinia
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts | July 15, 2020
HONG KONG, July 15, 2020 - Embarking on a new chapter of its European expansion, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Quianto Capital Limited to manage Rosewood Porto Cervo, which will open on Sardinia, Italy in 2022. Joining sister properties in Tuscany and Venice as the group's third opening in Italy, this latest jewel in the collection will bring Rosewood's signature style of ultra-luxury hospitality to one of the most sought-after holiday destinations in the Mediterranean. "Rosewood Porto Cervo will showcase our visionary, innovative ambition for creating one-of-a-kind resorts through Rosewood's uniquely sophisticated...
Radisson Opens New Hotel by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Radisson | July 15, 2020
Radisson, one of the best recognized hotel brands, is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport at 4475 Best Road, College Park, GA. This new construction hotel is an outstanding example of the Radisson brand’s continued growth, characterized by its sleek, state of the art design combined with modern comfort and functionality. The hotel is located just minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and a short drive from downtown Atlanta. Guests can enjoy access to a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle, unique dining experiences at the hotel’s onsite restaurant, ample meeting space and modern a...
The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko Opens in the Northern Kanto Region of Japan
The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko | July 15, 2020
NIKKO, JAPAN – 15 July 2020 – The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C today announced the opening of the latest hotel to join its luxury Asia Pacific portfolio, The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko. The property - set amidst a UNESCO World Heritage Site – introduces a new level of luxury to the destination, with an experience marked by an emphasis on immersing oneself in the majestic natural surroundings. Ideally located in the Northern Kanto region of Japan, The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko is set two and a half hours north of Tokyo, accessible by rail or car, and is a true oasis promising access to a breadth of outdoor activities and cultural experiences....
Hyatt Unveils Miraval Berkshires and Wyndhurst Manor & Club in Lenox, Massachusetts
Destination Hotels | July 15, 2020
July 15, 2020 (CHICAGO) — Today, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the introduction of the internationally acclaimed Miraval spa and wellness brand to Lenox, Mass., with the opening of Miraval Berkshires. This opening marks the Miraval brand’s third property, joining its original location in Tucson, Ariz. – celebrating its 25th anniversary this year – and second location in Austin, Texas, which opened in February 2019. On the same property as Miraval Berkshires, Hyatt simultaneously introduces Wyndhurst Manor & Club, a Destination Hotel, with a focus on the Berkshires’ rich culture and history. Both resorts sit atop 380 p...
Lendlease and IHG Army Hotels Open Candlewood Suites on Fort Gordon
IHG | July 15, 2020
Lendlease and IHG® Army Hotels announce the opening of the new Candlewood Suites® hotel on Fort Gordon – the largest Candlewood Suites in the world. The hotel is the latest example of the successful collaboration between the U.S. Army, Lendlease and IHG Army Hotels, which has grown to a portfolio of hotels located in 40 U.S. military installations. With the unique needs of today’s military traveler top of mind, the 311-room hotel includes a variety of rooms with kitchenettes and amenities to include complimentary breakfast, laundry facilities, business center, fitness center, a pool and BBQ area. Despite the challenges presented b...
Gulph Creek Hotels Opens Residence Inn by Marriott in Middletown, New York
Residence Inn by Marriott | July 15, 2020
Middletown, NY – July 15, 2020 – The 125-suite Residence Inn by Marriott hotel in Middletown, New York is now open for business with its upscale, stylish décor that offers flexibility and a unique environment. Located at 57 Tower Drive, the all-suite Residence Inn Middletown Goshen will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Orange Tower Drive LLC and managed by Gulph Creek Hotels of Wayne, Pennsylvania. General Manager Lisa Franklin spearheads the management team at the property for Gulph Creek Hotels. Located five minutes from LEGOLAND New York and 19 miles from Stewart International Airport, the Residence Inn Middletown Goshen o...
Tharaldson Hospitality Management Opens Element Sacramento Airport
Tharaldson Hospitality Management | July 14, 2020
Sacramento, CA – July 14th, 2020 – Tharaldson Hospitality Management (THM) is pleased to announce the brand-new Element Sacramento Airport has opened! This luxury Element, located at 3681 North Freeway Boulevard, features 107 all-suite rooms, along with great amenities such as free Wifi, signature Rise complimentary breakfast, premium fitness center, bike-borrowing service, evening receptions, and much more. Under its franchise agreement with Marriott International, Inc., THM will own and operate the property. This hotel is conveniently located 11 minutes away from the Sacramento International Airport, 12 minutes from the California...
Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown – Capitol View Opens in Tennessee Led by General Manager Dan Deaver
Hampton by Hilton | July 14, 2020
Nashville, TN July 14, 2020 – Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) Hampton by Hilton, the global upper-midscale brand known for its commitment to providing unmatched guest service, today announced the opening of its newest property, Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown – Capitol View in Nashville. Developed by Chartwell Hospitality and owned in a joint venture between Chartwell Hospitality and RB Capitol View Nashville Holdings, LLC, the hotel features 169 modern and spacious rooms and offers travelers high-quality, value-added amenities. “At Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown – Capitol View, guests will have a worry-free stay with...