Hotel Investment News
Journey’s End rescues vineyards and adds Equestrian centre and luxury guest cottages
Journey’s End Boutique Winery (www.journeysend.co.za) from South Africa is delighted to have acquired additional land from the neighbouring Mount Rozier Estate to include prime south facing vineyards, a stunning Equestrian Centre and charming guest cottages. Situated just 25 minutes from Cape Town airport, guests are now able to spend an idyllic stay, tasting award winning wines, trekking amongst some of the most stunning unspoiled surroundings in this Stellenbosch region and then retiring to one of three beautifully restored cottages.
Edgewater Resort Unveils Freshens Image After 25th Anniversary
Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort, a property of The Resort Collection of Panama City Beach, has recently unveiled its new identity. In the wake of its 25-year anniversary in 2009, the landmark Panama City Beach resort has updated its brand. The refined image is just one of many steps The Resort Collection is taking to prepare for an increased number of visitors from the opening of the new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport and additional markets to which Southwest Airlines will be providing service.
JAL Hotels Completes Two-Year Renovation on Hotel Nikko Duesseldorf
JAL Hotels Co., Ltd. has announced the opening of a new wing with an additional 42 executive rooms at Hotel Nikko Düsseldorf after a major two-year renovation. The hotel now offers 386 luxury rooms and suites in eight different categories and 18 conference facilities, making it Düsseldorf’s largest downtown hotel and a leading convention destination.
Starwood Hotels confirms $4bn Sheraton expansion
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has confirmed it is to embark on a $4 billion expansion programme for its international Sheraton brand, adding up to 50 hotels across four continents over the next three years.
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Extends Global Footprint with $4 Billion in New Developments Through 2012
Starwood Hotels’ Largest Brand Initiates a Strategic Worldwide Expansion Adding Roughly 50 Hotels and more than 20,000 Guestrooms in the Next Three YearsBrand will Nearly Double Footprint in China - 24 New Hotels in Pipeline
NAVTEQ Signs Golden Tulip Hospitality Group as Direct Access Customer
NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, announced that Golden Tulip Hospitality Group has signed to become a NAVTEQ Direct Access customer.
Le Meridien Phuket Rewards ‘Employee of The Year’ with All-Expense Paid Trip To Europe and Egypt
Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort, through General Manager Rudolf Borgesius, recently awarded Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort 2008 ‘Best Employee’ Khun Wilaiwan Bongsimma with an all-expense paid trip to Europe and Cairo, Egypt.
Westin Resort Nusa Dua Bali to Launch US$8 Million Revitalization Plan
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali will launch its guest room revitalization plan on 1 May 2010. The process is expected to last for an whole year.
New Alfresco Dining Experience At Swinton Park For Summer 2010
Swinton Park has announced three Alfresco Dining dates for Summer 2010. These events will be held in the recently restored Deerhouse, set in the 200 acres of landscaped parkland that surround the award winning luxury castle hotel.
Richfield Hospitality Lays Out Aggressive Expansion Strategy
Acquisitions/Joint Ventures to Expand Core Third-Party Management Strategy, Sceptre Division to Provide More e-Commerce Solutions Expertise
The Royal Hotel, Hull Completes £1.5m Refurbishment Programme Under The Management Of Focus Hotels
Focus Hotels announces the completion of extensive refurbishment to the landmark Royal Hotel in Hull following its acquisition of the property in 2009. The £1.5 million renovation will ensure this iconic historical building remains a major focal point in the city and the investment will play a major part in the continued regeneration and improvements to Hull city centre.
Chiva-Som launches brand new golf clinic
This month, Asia’s original and best destination spa, Chiva-Som launches its brand new golf clinic. The new Chiva-Som Golf Clinic incorporates a thoughtfully designed series of all-in-one packages to suit all levels of golfer, from beginner to advanced players. Tailored to individual golfers’ skills and requirements, the packages will be offered in conjunction with nutritional consultation and analysis.