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Starwood expands in Australia and Pacific with six new openings in 2014
Starwood Hotels & Resorts today announced at the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expos (AIME) that it plans to forge ahead with expansion in Australia and the Pacific, opening six new hotels and resorts this year. Reflecting strong demand in the region, the vigorous growth will be fuelled by Sheraton, Starwood’s largest and most global brand
Hyatt announces plan for the first Andaz Resort in Bali
Hyatt Hotels announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with P.T. Wynncor Bali for an Andaz resort in Bali, Indonesia. Upon completion, the hotel will be the first Andaz-branded offering in Southeast Asia.
Waldorf Astoria opens in Beijing
The Waldorf Astoria Beijing has opened its doors marking the second Waldorf Astoria hotel in China and the brand’s continued international expansion. The 176-room property features three unique restaurants, including Peacock Alley, Brasserie 1893 and Zijin Mansion, 796 square meters of function meeting space, a spa and fitness centre with heated indoor swimming pool.
Hyatt announces plans for first Andaz Hotel in Germany
Hyatt Hotels today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a contract with Jost Hurler Beteiligungs-und Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG, a family-owned company based in Munich, for an Andaz hotel in Munich.
Rotana opens second five-star hotel in Al Ain
Rotana has opened its second five-star hotel in Al Ain. The new 254-room Hili Rayhaan by Rotana has been specially developed to complement the ambience of the UAE’s picturesque Garden City, with its design, décor and amenities aimed at promoting the most relaxing of stays.
Aloft to open 2nd property in UAE
Starwood Hotels & Resorts today announced it has signed an agreement to open a new 172-room Aloft hotel in Al Ain, the second largest city in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE. Scheduled to debut in 2016, Aloft Al Ain will be the first Starwood property to open in Al Ain and the second Aloft hotel in the UAE joining Aloft Abu Dhabi, which opened in 2009
Centara set to open second resort in Sri Lanka
Centara Hotels & Resorts of Thailand will soft open its second resort in Sri Lanka in spring of this year. Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa Sri Lanka is set on the Bentota Peninsula, at the south of the island, with the Bentota River on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other.
New Finch Hattons Camp to open April 2014
After a year-long extensive renovation costing $5.5 million luxury Kenyan camp Finch Hattons will be reopening its doors at the end of April 2014. Now comprising 17 luxury tented guest suites, the camp offers guests a unique opportunity to relive the golden era of safari with elegance, first class comforts and the finest cuisine, surrounded by the spectacle of the great African wilderness.
Sofitel first Green Globe hotel on Palm Jumeirah
With a score of 90%, the Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort&Spa has been awarded the prestigious Green Globe certification, following an extensive sustainability audit conducted by sustainability experts, Farnek Consultancy.
Hilton Worldwide to bring Conrad brand to India with Pune deal
Hilton Worldwide has announced the signing of a management agreement with Palm Grove Beach Hotels, a part of the K. Raheja Constructions Group, to open the first Conrad hotel in India. The launch of Conrad Pune in Maharashtra next year will mark the global contemporary luxury brand’s entry into the country.
Pan Pacific announces four pipeline projects across Asia Pacific
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the signings of four management contracts to add three PARKROYAL and one “Pan Pacific” hotels to its portfolio across Asia Pacific – namely in Australia, China and Myanmar.
JW Marriott expands luxury portfolio in South Korea
JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has expanded its luxury portfolio in South Korea with the unveiling of the new 170-room JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul. The new hotel is the second JW Marriott to open in Seoul and the first hotel in the city to receive LEED Gold certification.