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RCI expands portfolio with India properties

2012-05-30T07:30:30+00:00

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, has announced three new resort affiliations located in the popular tourist destinations of Rajasthan and Panchgani in India. With these additions, RCI expands its Indian portfolio to more than 100 affiliated properties.

Hilton signs local partner for Waldorf Astoria Chengdu

2012-05-29T10:19:44+00:00

Hilton Worldwide has announced the signing of a management agreement with Chengdu Yincheng Property for western China’s first Waldorf Astoria branded hotel in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province. Scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2016, the 300-room Waldorf Astoria Chengdu will be the fifth Waldorf Astoria in China, following the opening of Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund in 2011 as well as further planned openings.

Soho House announces five new properties

2012-05-29T09:12:22+00:00

Soho House has announced the second phase of an expansion plan for the private members club Group, launching five new houses to be opened over the next two years. New openings are confirmed for Toronto, Mumbai, Chicago, Istanbul and Barcelona by the end of 2014, bringing Soho House to four new international territories.

DUKES London prepares for Diamond Jubilee celebrations

2012-05-29T08:26:21+00:00

On June 1st 2012, HMS Diamond, the third of Britain’s fleet of six Type 45 destroyer ships, will lead the Queen’s Jubilee weekend with the tradition of toasting to Her Majesty with the brand new ‘DUKES Royal Navy Jubilee Cocktail,’ during the welcoming launch of the Queen’s Jubilee. DUKES ST JAMES LONDON was asked by the Royal Navy to create a special cocktail specifically for the old tradition to commence the Queen’s Jubilee.

Cescau to replace Webster as IHG chairman

2012-05-28T09:49:55+00:00

InterContinental Hotels Group has confirmed that its chairman, David Webster, will retire on December 31st 2012. Webster has been chairman of the Group since January 2004 and a member of the board since April 2003. Patrick Cescau will become chairman at the start of 2013.

Ritz-Carlton moves into Japan with Okinawa resort

2012-05-28T09:09:46+00:00

Ritz-Carlton has opened its first luxury resort in Japan, on the tropical island of Okinawa. Okinawa has been a popular getaway for generations of Japanese visitors but remains relatively unexplored by the international luxury traveller.

Ritz-Carlton, Montreal to open as Second Canadian Jewel

2012-05-28T05:00:15+00:00

The Grande Dame of Sherbrooke Street reclaims its place among luxury hotels.

Castille Paris announces renovation completion

2012-05-28T02:00:08+00:00

Castille Paris, part of Starhotels Collezione, is delighted to announce the completion of an extensive renovation process.

Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, debuts mobile App

2012-05-27T23:00:03+00:00

The long anticipated Ritz-Carlton Mobile App will more than surprise users. Always anticipating the unexpressed needs of guests and travelers worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. debuts a mobile application that goes well beyond basic hotel search and reservation functionality, initiating a distinctive experience before a hotel visit has even begun.

IHG appoints new Chairman

2012-05-27T20:00:57+00:00

InterContinental Hotels Group has revealed that David Webster will retire on 31 December 2012. He has been Chairman of the Group since January 2004 and a member of the Board since April 2003. Patrick Cescau will become Chairman upon David’s retirement.