Tag: Sheraton
Marriott International opens second Four Points by Sheraton in Tanzania
Chief Assignment Editor- June 10, 2019 19:48Marriott International, Inc. today announced the opening of its second Four Points by Sheraton (Four-Points.Marriott.com) hotel in Tanzania, Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam, New Africa Hotel. The original ... Read More
World Travel Awards 2019: Complete list of winners for Africa & the Indian Ocean
Alain St.Ange- June 4, 2019 02:16The World Travel Awards took place in Mauritius. Businesses from all over Africa were competing to be the best of the best. This is the 26th Wrld Tavel Awards organized ... Read More
Kaanapali Beach in Maui compared with other dangerous beaches after deadly shark attack
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 27, 2019 21:43"Aloha from the Maui Visitors Bureau. The office is now closed in observance of the holiday." This is the recording anyone hears today when calling the Maui Visitors Burea. The ... Read More
Hotel History: “Keyed-up executives unwind at Sheraton”
editor- May 18, 2019 21:04In 1965, the Sheraton Corporation of America, under the leadership of President Ernest Henderson, created a brilliant advertising campaign: “Keyed-up Executives Unwind at Sheraton.” It was broadly promoted all over ... Read More
Hilton’s brand portfolio overtakes Marriott’s as world’s most valuable
Chief Assignment Editor- May 9, 2019 22:40Hilton has extended its lead as the world’s most valuable hotel brand while the total value of its brand portfolio within the Brand Finance Hotels 50 ranking has overtaken Marriott’s, ... Read More
Benchmark appoints new General Manager for The Essex Resort and Spa
Chief Assignment Editor- May 8, 2019 17:58Benchmark has named Ron Droegmyer general manager for The Essex - Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa, a Gemstone Collection property located in Essex, Vermont. Greg Champion, Benchmark's president and COO, ... Read More
Hawaii Tourism Authority helps fund programs supporting Hawaiian culture, natural resources and 2020 tourism projects & events
Chief Assignment Editor- May 3, 2019 00:35The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) today issued three Request for Proposals offering to provide funding support to qualified programs that will help to perpetuate Hawaiian culture, preserve and enhance natural ... Read More
New General Manager named for The Nautical Beachfront Resort
Chief Assignment Editor- April 16, 2019 17:52Benchmark has named Frank Casarez, Jr., general manager for The Nautical Beachfront Resort, a Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property located in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Greg Champion, Benchmark’s chief operating ... Read More
New GM appointed at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
editor- April 8, 2019 22:49Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu announced the appointment of Mr. Kanit Sangmookda as the new General Manager responsible for all areas in the Malaysian hotel including product development, financial performance, brand ... Read More
19 more hotels with 3000 rooms to be added to Marriott Hotels in Middle East and Africa
Juergen T Steinmetz- April 8, 2019 07:25Marriott International expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in 2019. Underpinning a strong demand for its diverse brands, ... Read More
Marriott has a 2020 vision when it comes to expansion in Asia
Juergen T Steinmetz- April 4, 2019 14:54From the 15th Hotel Investment Conference - South Asia, Marriott International today announced its continued expansion plans in Asia-Pacific with its 2020 vision -- an aggressive target to have 1000 hotels open by the end ... Read More
Aloft Kuala Lumpur has a new GM
Juergen T Steinmetz- April 4, 2019 14:50Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral welcomes Rubel Miah, as its newly appointed General Manager. Rubel joins the sassy 4-star Hotel with 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry with a ... Read More
Crime out of control and rampant in Waikiki: Let’s make it unwelcoming for homeless
Juergen T Steinmetz- March 29, 2019 00:14The perception is that crime is out of control and rampant in Waikiki. The community wants to make Waikiki unwelcome and uncomfortable for homeless people. Crime is not out of ... Read More
New Executive Chef at Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa Malaysia
editor- March 27, 2019 01:02Guests dining at The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa’s signature Eat Well menu, as well as its array of local and international cuisine, are in for a healthier, heightened culinary ... Read More
Marriott to open South Asia’s first Tribute Portfolio hotel at Cochin International Airport
Chief Assignment Editor- March 23, 2019 16:55Twenty14 Holdings has announced plans to launch Port Muziris – South Asia’s first Tribute Portfolio hotel, part of Marriott International, near Cochin International Airport. The 55-room property is all set ... Read More
Marriott International announces opening of Four Points by Sheraton Setif
Chief Assignment Editor- March 18, 2019 15:33Marriott International announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Setif in Algeria, in partnership with Prombati SPA owned by Rachid Khenfri. With 191 rooms the hotel is conveniently situated ... Read More
Source of The Nile Bridge part of Global Greening for St. Patrick’s Day
Tony Ofungi - eTN Uganda- March 16, 2019 18:14The Embassy of Ireland in Uganda, in partnership with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and the Uganda National Roads Authority, illuminated the "Source of the Nile" Bridge green ahead of ... Read More
Nepal Tourism Board participates in 2nd MICE Conclave and 7th Exotic Wedding Planning Conference
editor- March 16, 2019 18:02Held at the Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel and Convention Centre from March 13-April 15, was the 2nd MICE Conclave and 7th Exotic Wedding Planning Conference, where only a few ... Read More
Sharjah woos Russian tourists at Moscow International Travel & Tourism Exhibition
Chief Assignment Editor- March 12, 2019 17:03Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is further boosting its presence in Russia’s tourism sector following the surge in tourist arrivals to the emirate which reached 392,691 in 2018. ... Read More
Sheraton unveils new logo
Chief Assignment Editor- March 11, 2019 15:28Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International's global brand continues its transformation journey with a nod to its timeless pioneering legacy, as it unveils a new logo that pays homage to ... Read More
Best honeymoon destinations for every zodiac sign in 2019
editor- March 5, 2019 20:25Find the best honeymoon destinations for your zodiac sign in 2019 right here. There should be no difficulty finding the right location if you are guided by the stars. With ... Read More
Seattle Celebrates Record-Breaking Tourism Season with More Than 40 Million Visitors in 2018
Dmytro Makarov- March 5, 2019 11:11Seattle and King Country saw record visitor volume, expenditures, tax contributions and travel-related employment for Seattle and King County in 2018 for the ninth year in a row. The results ... Read More
International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) rebrands
Juergen T Steinmetz- February 27, 2019 12:26International Golf Travel Market (IGTM), the leading business to business event for the golf travel community, has re-launched in its 22nd year with a refreshed brand image and website, together ... Read More
Visit Malaysia campaign targets 30 million tourists by 2020
Chief Assignment Editor- February 26, 2019 19:29With a total of 25.8 million international tourists arriving in Malaysia in 2018, nation’s ambitious growth plans still call for boosting visitor numbers to this exotic, exciting and welcoming destination ... Read More
Hotel History: The Americana of New York
Stanley Turkel CMHS hotel-online.com- February 23, 2019 21:04The Americana of New York opened on September 25, 1962 as a 2,000-room convention hotel. It was constructed by brothers Laurence Tisch and Preston Tisch, co-owners of the Loews Corporation ... Read More
Marriott Bonvoy: Marriott International introduces new travel program
Chief Assignment Editor- February 20, 2019 21:30Marriott International is launching a global marketing campaign introducing Marriott Bonvoy, the new name that replaces Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9hjvISsDWg&feature=youtu.be The campaign celebrates ... Read More
Starwood opens Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Sharjah
Chief Assignment Editor- February 19, 2019 18:10Four Points by Sheraton opened its doors in Sharjah. The hotel stands at the end of the famous Sharjah Buhairah Corniche with easy access to the famous Blue and Gold ... Read More
First Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Monrovia means good news for Liberia tourism
Juergen T Steinmetz- February 11, 2019 06:36A franchise agreement with Marriott International was signed today for the first Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Liberia. Located in the capital city, Monrovia. The hotel is due to ... Read More
Marriott International announces three new hotel deals in North and West Africa
Chief Assignment Editor- February 8, 2019 16:15From the Forum de l'Investissement Hôtelier Africain in Marrakech, Marriott International announced three new deal signings across North and West Africa, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its presence across ... Read More
New GM heads up Swiss-Belsuites Admiral Juffair
editor- February 6, 2019 00:11Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, announced the appointment of a new General Manager for Swiss-Belsuites Admiral Juffair. Chris ... Read More
Qatar Airways GCEO delivers keynote address at CAPA Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit
Chief Assignment Editor- February 5, 2019 20:25The first day of the CAPA Qatar Aviation, Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit kicked off on Tuesday 5 February at the Sheraton Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The summit, held under the ... Read More
Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel names new Director of Sales & Marketing
editor- January 22, 2019 22:57Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel announced the appointment of Joyce Wong as Director of Sales & Marketing. Bringing Read More
Second hotel by Marriott International opens in Sharjah
Chief Assignment Editor- January 10, 2019 16:10Sharjah will be welcoming new Marriott International property in mid-January. With 225 contemporary guest rooms, the new Four Points by Sheraton hotel will offer views of the traditional Blue Souq ... Read More
Aliz Hotel Times Square welcomes new Director of Sales & Marketing
Chief Assignment Editor- January 8, 2019 18:05Aliz Hotel Times Square announced today the appointment of Maureen Murphy as the new Director of Sales & Marketing of the new property which opened this past October under the ... Read More
Reason to celebrate: Skål International USA
editor- December 19, 2018 21:58SKÅL International USA is currently the largest National Committee within Skål International with 2,000 members and 50 clubs nationwide. And the organization has reason to celebrate. Outgoing Skål International USA ... Read More
Courtyard Burlington, Ontario: Innovative design and flexible space
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 19, 2018 10:37In Canada Courtyard by Marriott Hotel has opened its doors in Burlington, Ontario and ready to serve you. Featuring an innovative lobby space as well as Courtyard’s latest contemporary room ... Read More
