Debuting in 2026 in Petaluma, the 93-room property is aimed at setting a new standard for hospitality in the destination, while embracing the local place, culture and history. Food priority Appellation was co-founded by luxury hospitality veteran Christopher Hunsberger and celebrated American chef Charlie Palmer, and like all the brand’s properties, Appellation Petaluma’s culinary experience will … [Read more...]
Drift Hotels opens property in California
US: Drift Hotels, a boutique brand under TMC Hospitality, has opened in downtown Santa Barbara. Drift Santa Barbara has been designed in partnership with architecture firm ANACAPA. The hotel offers 45 bedrooms across four categories: bunk, standard, premium, and the penthouse. Local artwork by Will Adler and Anacapa Ceramics will be on display in the rooms. Two F&B venues comprise the cafe … [Read more...]
Lineup Announced for 2023 Kimpton Off the Record Concert Series
IHG Hotels & Resorts unveiled the 2023 artist lineup for the annual Kimpton Off the Record series at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants branded properties.The live concert series will kick off on February 23 and feature five unique concerts throughout the year in Phoenix, San Diego, New Orleans, Charlottesville and Grand Cayman.ADVERTISING Trending … [Read more...]
GO PR announces representation of St. Lucia’s Sunswept resorts
Sunswept Resorts include both BodyHoliday, the Caribbean’s first destination wellness resort and StolenTime, boutique sister property that just went through a rebrand rooted in reconnection both with loved ones and of the body and mind. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Project of the Week: Six Senses Belize
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Six Senses Belize will encompass both resort villas and residences, with opening scheduled for mid-2025. Secret beach The resort and residences will be set across two areas surrounded by 4,448 acres of protected wetlands and mangrove forests. A stretch of beachfront on Ambergris Caye, the most sought-after destination in Belize, will offer watersports, adventure and … [Read more...]
Greener, faster, more accessible: A sneak peek inside France’s new generation of TGV trains
TGV’s new high speed, low carbon train is preparing for its 2024 launch far from the passengers it will serve.After unveiling the ‘TGV of the future’ late last year, French train manufacturer Alstom has begun testing the TGV M - also known as the Avelia Horizon - on a circuit in the Czech Republic.The double-decker train has 740 seats, up from TGV’s current maximum of 634 - a 20 per cent increase … [Read more...]
Karisma Hotels & Resorts Offering AARP Members Discounts
Karisma Hotels & Resorts announced a series of special discounts for AARP members.AARP members will now receive 10 percent off the best available rates when booking a stay at boutique properties, including Margaritaville St. Somewhere Punta Coco, Holbox Island and Gourmet Inclusive resort brands.ADVERTISING Trending … [Read more...]
An Update on Portugal Travel From Visit Portugal President & CEO Luis Araujo
TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman reports from Porto, Portugal at the 2023 Visit Portugal Travel Trade Marketplace. In the video, Bowman interviews Luis Araujo, Visit Portugal's President and CEO.Araujo provides an update on how tourism recovery is going in Portugal and shares his thoughts on what separates Portugal from the rest of Europe.For the latest travel news, updates and deals, … [Read more...]
PPHE reports positive progress on £200 million pipeline
In its trading update for the year ended 31 December 2022, the group said the headway was in line with its plans. Surpassing expectations PPHE develops, owns and operates hotels and resorts with brands including art’otel, Park Plaza, Arena Hotels & Apartments and Arena Campsites. The group reported that its financial performance is expected to exceed previously upgraded market expectations, … [Read more...]
A GLITTERING ST. VALENTINE’S DAY EXPERIENCE WITH ROCCO FORTE HOTELS, ITALY
Rome and Florence, two romantic destinations where Rocco Forte’s Hotel de la Ville and Hotel Savoy are located have created exclusive experiences linked to the world of jewels. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
LANGHAM HOSPITALITY GROUP BREAKS GROUND ON THE LANGHAM, VENICE
Langham Hospitality Group officially breaks ground on The Langham, Venice, marking the regeneration of the historic former Casino Mocenigo building and Murano glass factory into the finest resort in Venice which will open in 2026. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
The National Hispanic Corporate Council Welcomes Choice Hotels as its Newest Corporate Member
The National Hispanic Corporate Council (NHCC), the premier resource for corporate America on Hispanic strategy development, announces Choice Hotels International, Inc. as its newest corporate member. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL TO OPEN A 5-STAR ME BY MELIÁ HOTEL IN THE CENTRE OF MALAGA
The hotel is scheduled to open at the end of 2024, becoming a benchmark hotel for modernity and avant-garde luxury in Malaga Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Marco Kuefner joins Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab as hotel manager
The upcoming Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab has appointed Marco Kuefner as hotel manager. He was previously the director of rooms at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah for two years. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Fairfield finds seven sites in Japan
The Marriott International select service line’s new sites will be located along national roadside rest areas in the prefectures of Hyogo, Kagoshima, Okayama, Saga, Kumamoto, and Fukuoka in the southern region of Japan. Off the beaten path The Fairfield by Marriott ‘Michi-no-Eki’ project aims to facilitate access to many of Japan’s off-the-beaten-path attractions, offering a comforting hotel … [Read more...]
Wall&decò with CARTEdition – when wallpaper meets contemporary art
Wall&decò with CARTEdition is a research project resulting from the collaboration between Wall&decò and AtemporaryStudio, born with the intention of investigating the relationship between contemporary art and wallcovering through a collection of artists' projects on wallpapers of high cultural value. Source: tophotel.news … [Read more...]
The Most Immersive European Destinations Ranked in New Study
Overseas travelers are increasingly pursuing ‘immersive travel’ experiences, and 2023 is set to see the trend amplified even further. No longer content with cookie-cutter vacation options, Americans want to find somewhere they can really live like a local, and soak up the authentic culture and feel of the place they’ve come to explore.According to a new study commissioned by Iceland’s flagship … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Adds Six New Independent Member Properties
The world’s most extensive collection of independent hotels, resorts and residences, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, revealed this week that it added half a dozen new member properties to its portfolio between October 1 and December 31, 2022.Representing more than 650 hotels across 85 countries, the brand comprises five distinct global collections—Legend, L.V.X., Lifestyle, Connect and Preferred … [Read more...]
Marriott International Board of Directors Appoints Current CEO Anthony Capuano Appoints Current CEO Anthony Capuano As President and CEO
Marriott International announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 40 cents per share of common stock, plus Tony Capuano chosen as President and CEO Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Minor Hotels Announces Anantara Grand Hotel Convento Di Amalfi on Amalfi Coast
Continuing Minor Hotels’ European expansion, Anantara Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi will open in Spring 2023 following extensive restoration and renovation works. The heritage hotel, occupying a 13th-century monastery and former Cappuccini Friars Convent, will be lovingly restored to its original glory. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]