Upper upscale hotel brand Park Plaza® Hotels & Resorts has announced the official opening of the new contemporary hotel Park Plaza London Park Royal. Welcoming guests through the doors on 28th June, the 212-room hotel offers fashionable facilities, pop-art style furniture adorning the welcome area, a convenient location to Wembley, and is the perfect choice…
A major €4.5 million investment programme has commenced at the Cahernane House Hotel to upgrade and expand the array of facilities at the 4 star hotel located at the edge of Killarney National Park. Over the next two years PREM Group, the hotel’s new owners, are planning an extensive renovation and refurbishment of the 38…
Raffles Singapore announces its up-coming reopening that is planned for the second half of 2018. Since February 2017, the iconic heritage hotel has embarked on a careful and sensitive phased restoration. Its reopening will see the introduction of exquisite new suite categories, vibrant lifestyle experiences and refreshed dining concepts. New suite categories For more than…
Steeped in over 50 years of heritage and home to Hong Kong’s largest shopping centre, Harbour City has always strived to grow hand in hand with Hong Kong. Located at the rooftop of Ocean Terminal new extension building of Harbour City, the Observatory Deck named “Ocean Terminal Deck” is now open to the public for free. It is…
As the holidays approach (and millions of vacation days go unused), Americans are seeking ways to make a difference during this time of the year. And, many wonder how they can help their fellow Americans in Puerto Rico. Responding to the high demand from loyal travelers wanting to help, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) today…
A team of nature-loving South Africans in partnership with Google Street View and South African Tourism have released a large collection of 360-degree imagery of the country’s wildest areas. The announcement showcases prominent tourist attractions such as Kruger National Park and Table Mountain, amongst others. The new trails extend the existing Street View imagery to…
Air France is launching its first pop-up restaurant in New York called Paris for Dessert to celebrate the airline’s commitment to exceptional French cuisine. All are invited to enter to win a reservation for two during its five-day run June 20 – 24. Paris for Dessert takes inspiration from Air France’s long legacy of working with top Michelin-starred chefs to create…
New Noma™ isn’t the only exciting Copenhagen opening on the radar: Former Noma pastry chef and Hija de Sanchez mastermind Rosio Sanchez is opening a new Mexican restaurant, Danish newspaper Politiken reports. At the eponymous Sanchez, the chef will apply her fine dining bona fides (Sanchez also worked on the pastry team at New York’s wd-50) and…
The five star premium hotel is being built in Wrocław on the ‘Cathedral Island’ – the Ostrów Tumski. The Hotel will offer nearly 200 well-furnished rooms, a unique restaurant, conference rooms, an underground car park and a magnificent view from the rooftop terrace. The building of the hotel tunes into the historic surroundings of Ostrów…
Housed in the centre of the beautiful harbour town of Gdańsk — rocking around amid historical sites like the Philharmonic, the Crane (an icon that dates back to 1367), and the newly-opened WWII Museum — hotel PURO Gdańsk reveals with the opening of its extension a new design-led experience, with interiors from London-based DeSallesFlint and furniture by…
There can’t be many hotels with a guest list as diverse as Marie Curie, Woody Allen, Marlene Dietrich, the Queen and Caruso – but then the Bristol in Warsaw is a one-off. Opened in 1901 as Poland’s great palace hotel to rival the best of London and Paris, spared by the Nazis and despised by…
Marriott International has opened the Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel, marking the debut of the brand into Tanzania. Founded in 1894, The Arusha Hotel, which has been rebranded after renovation, will operate under Four Points. The 106-guestroom hotel will be developed in Arusha’s central business district near the Clock Tower, the Kilimanjaro International…
With many more people traveling to Nashville than ever before, the hotels — and their restaurants — are booking up quickly. At these hotels, you will find stylish design and comfort, and at their restaurants, you will find more than your standard continental breakfast — much more. Locals and visitors are finding some of their…
The year-long photography series at the Quin, located at 57th Street and Sixth Avenue, reaches a high-octane conclusion in November with the debut of an exhibition from acclaimed photographer Bo Bridges titled, “Fear the Life Unlived.” Curated by DK Johnston, the exhibition displays Bridges’ trademark passion for outdoor adventure and impactful moments. The exhibition will also include…
Park Inn by Radisson, the colorful and dynamic mid-market hotel brand, opens its doors today in the European capital’s Airport. Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport is Carlson Rezidor’s 11th hotel in Belgium. The new Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport is located in the Brussels Diegem Business District, in close proximity to major companies…
Radisson Blu Hotel & Apartments Douala is set to open in Douala, Cameroon’s economic capital in 2019. This debut of one of the world’s most important and most dynamic hotel group “brings the group’s African portfolio to 83 hotels and over 17,500 rooms in operation and under development”. This was revealed on November 9, 2017, in…
Obscure among foreigners, the Northern Netherlands can be a pleasant surprise. This sparsely inhabited region is home to some stunning historic fortifications, lovely cities, great museums and excellent water sports opportunities.. Known for its lakes and ice skating culture, Friesland has a distinct culture and its own language and traditions. In Workum we find Welgelegen Accomodation, a…
Villa La Rogaia near the Lake Trasimeno is a small organic farm in Umbria. We had an interview with Mrs Annette Greifenhagen proud of her holiday retreat and Umbria for many many reasons… Annette, can You tell us something more about your background and your offer? Hello , I am Annette Greifenhagen. I grew up…
Gatlinburg reveals a charming community tucked along the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Stroll along the streets of this quaint little town, browse through the novelty stores and shop for original artwork, leather goods or mountain craftworks. Embark on a wilderness excursion through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to discover cascading waterfalls and…
Viking Ocean Cruises® (www.vikingoceancruises.com) today announced its fourth ship – the 930-passenger Viking Sun – was “floated out,” marking the major construction milestone, and the first time that the new ship touches water. The traditional ceremony took place on December 15 at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard. Viking Sun will debut in late 2017 and will be…