New York Tourism News
Radisson Hotel New York Times Square opens to first guests
The newly constructed hotel in the centre of New York City’s most thriving tourist district exemplifies Radisson’s growth in key gateway cities.
Manchester signs tourism partnership with New York City
Formalised at a press conference at Cultureplex in Manchester, the new two-year alliance includes a collaboration agreement between the two cities, the sharing of best practices in tourism marketing and a partnership with Virgin Atlantic to stimulate reciprocal travel.
Construction begins on JFK Terminal 8 upgrade
The launch was announced by American Airlines at an Association for a Better New York luncheon in Midtown alongside Atlantic joint business partners British Airways, New York governor Andrew Cuomo and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Delta opens new concourse at LaGuardia, New York
Customers will walk for the first time into the bright and spacious concourse in what will become Delta’s Terminal C, marking a major milestone in the $8 billion transformation of the airport.
Marriott acquires W New York – Union Square in $206m deal
Marriott International has purchased the 270-room W New York – Union Square in the heart of Manhattan’s dynamic Union Square neighbourhood. The company paid $206 million for the property, with plans for a significant renovation.
NYC & Company launches largest ever global marketing campaign
NYC & Company has kicked off its most expansive global tourism marketing campaign to date. The refreshed ‘Famous Original New York City’ initiative is valued at approximately $20 million and will reach 22 global markets including, for the first time ever, Ireland and Singapore.
Conrad New York Midtown opens in Manhattan
Conrad Hotels & Resorts has announced the grand opening of the 54-floor, 562-suite Conrad New York Midtown. The property becomes the brand’s second New York City hotel and is located at 151 West 54th St., the former site of the London NYC.
Moxy NYC East Village opens to first guests
Moxy NYC East Village opens today in the heart of the iconic East Village where rock ‘n’ roll, renegade art, LGBTQ+ activism, and generations of immigrants all merged to give birth to American counterculture.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Paper Daisy, New York
Paper Daisy is a charming day-to-night cocktail bar where guests can drink and dine al fresco in the sun during the summer months. Here reporter Emily Clark drops in for Breaking Travel News
British Airways welcomes new Club lounge at JFK
British Airways has opened its doors to the new Club lounge at New York’s JFK airport. It completes a £50 million investment, following the unveiling of a plush new space for First customers in autumn last year.
Soloff handed marketing role at Six Senses New York ahead of 2020 opening
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has announced the appointment of Rebecca Soloff as director of sales and marketing at Six Senses New York. The location will become the group’s first North American property and is currently under development.
Mandarin Oriental launches new luxury residences project in New York
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced an agreement to brand and manage 69 luxurious residences, located on Fifth Avenue New York, scheduled for completion in 2021.