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Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Cap Vermell Hotel Proyectos y Promociones, a Spanish real estate development company, for a new Park Hyatt hotel in Mallorca. Park Hyatt Mallorca will be the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Mallorca. Scheduled to open in 2015, the 142-room luxury resort hotel will be built in the style of a…
Malaysian hotel group Tune Hotels have announced an aggressive roll-out plan for India with a target of 100 new hotels over the forthcoming years. The first 100-room property will open in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on April 1st 2013 and will reflect the core principals of the Tune Hotels brand – international class accommodation that offers great value and great savings. Tune Hotels have identified the…
JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels and Resorts and Renaissance properties are now offering free WIFI in public areas of its full service hotels. Rolling out across the Middle East and Africa from February 2013 onwards, the extended WIFI service will allow people to get connected in Marriott lobbies, food and beverage outlets and any other public areas. In addition to the free WIFI offering, Marriott will continue…
Film company Paramount has revealed that it is teaming up with Damac Properties to launch a hotel and serviced apartment project in downtown Dubai. The $1bn four-tower project, The Damac Towers by Paramount, will comprise a 540-room Paramount Hotel & Residences and more than 1,400 units of Damac Maison - Paramount co-branded serviced hotel residences. The 250-metre high towers, which will be connected…
If you’re looking to travel to the glitzy, tony city of Monte Carlo, brace yourself and your pocketbook as average hotel prices in 2012 were highest in the Monegasque capital and lowest in Cambodia’s Phnom Penh, according to Hotels.com. In the ninth edition of the site’s annual Hotel Price Index, which reviewed global hotel prices during 2012, the capital of Monaco topped the list of destinations with the…
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide announced that its Westin brand expects to open its 200th hotel in 2013, driven by robust international demand and the phenomenal success of the brand’s distinct wellbeing positioning. Westin will open 11 new hotels this year, the vast majority outside the United States in fast-growing markets including China, India, Singapore and Panama. In line with global growth…
Leading Asian hospitality group Dusit International officially announces 2013 as their “Year of Expansion” at this year’s ITB Berlin, to be held in the German capital city from 6-10 March. Dusit International has upwards of 7 properties scheduled to open over the next 12 months and a further 16 projects in the development pipeline. Dusit International has already made waves with a number of announcements over…
US hotel chain Marriott said Tuesday it is teaming up with IKEA to launch of new budget hotel brand in Germany and Europe, called Moxy Hotels. Over the next 10 years, 150 low-cost hotels will be opened in 10 different countries, Marriott chief Arne Sorenson told a news conference in Berlin. In addition to Germany, hotels would be opened in Austria, Britain, Finland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway…
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Cristal Group, a premier luxury hospitality company in the Middle East, today (March 4, 2013) announced the signing to reopen the landmark Ishtar Hotel, now renamed the Cristal Grand Ishtar Hotel. One of the tallest buildings in Baghdad, Iraq, the 20-storey property features 307 rooms and suites, comprising of 92 Standard King rooms, 111 Standard Twin rooms, 62 Deluxe rooms, 40…
The much anticipated opening of Hemingways Nairobi the new flagship hotel for the Hemingways collection is now set for only a few weeks away. The Multimillion 45 suiteboutique property is strategically located within the pristine Karen suburbs, on 10 acres of tastefully manicured gardens with a magnificent view of the Ngong hills. Once it opens its doors to the public, Hemingways Karenis poised to be…
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 2013 - Gloria Hotel has been named the winner of “The Best Arab Hotel for Families ” of the Year Award 2013 which was launched by the Arab Centre for Tourism Media. This was announced during the 5th edition of the Arab Media Tourism Forum, which is being held in Egypt under the theme “We Meet to Rise” and continues till February 27th 2013 under the patronage of the Egyptian…
Dubai rolled out the red carpet Wednesday night for a roster of celebrities that included British singer Leona Lewis to help open the tallest hotel in the world. In a city already oozing with glitz and glamour, the opening party for the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai amped up the voltage escorting 1,200 party guests into the hotel with fire dances and stilt walkers under the constant flicker of flashbulbs.…
The ultra-luxurious and signature property, Armani Hotel Dubai will mark its second year of participation at Dubai’s annual culinary extravaganza, ‘Taste of Dubai 2013,’ with a delectable showcase of its signature dishes from Armani/Ristorante and Armani/Amal. Featuring the authentic taste of Italy and flavours derived from the spice trail of India, Armani/Ristorante and Armani/Amal will feature tasting…
Dubai, UAE - Starwood Hotels & Resorts in the UAE has received the globally-recognised Green Key award for their commitment to sustainably and environmental preservation. Starwood Hotels received 13 awards of a total of 21 given in the UAE. The hotels recognised by Green Key include, Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa, Aloft Abu Dhabi, Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai, Four Points by Sheraton Downtown, Four…
After asking female globetrotters how hotels can anticipate their needs in research carried out over 18 months, Hyatt introduced a new service they call “Hyatt Has It”. The new ‘Hyatt Has It’ service will offer phone charger, hair curlers and steamers, yoga mats, make-up remover wipes and razors to female guests. In response to their female respondents’ desire to eat healthily while traveling and on…
Enjoy a four-course blind tasting set menu of French delicacies and let Chef Alexandre Pernetta serve you your sumptuous dessert 50 metres high. Indulge in the breathtaking views of the Grand Mosque and Qaryat Al Beri complex as you dine in the sky. Priced at Dhs 1220 ++ per person. Available only on Friday, 22 March 2013.
After the success of the first tournament in 2012, InterContinental Aqaba Resort has announced organizing the second billiards tournament at its very own Martini’s Lounge. The billiards tournament will commence on Thursday February 28th and will last for three days. Many avid fans of this popular game have already registered to participate in the tournament, where the top three winners will get many…
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, is collaborating with Jimmy Choo to offer a hotel package and afternoon tea that is inspired by the Spring 2013 collection. Featured on the menu are Smoked salmon cucumber sandwiches with cream cheese (designed to resemble the CAYLA clutch), Foie gras high heels on crispy brioche bread, and Ham mousse sandwiches served with Savora mustard. The choice of sweet…
