Starwood Hotels & Resorts Appoints Ugur Talayhan as Managing Director of The Astor hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Tianjin, The Westin Tianjin and Sheraton Tianjin Hotel
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), today announced the opening of Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Binjiang Hotel, located in the heart of bustling business district of Hangzhou, China. The hotel is the first new-build property to join the brand's premier tier of hotels, selected for their enticing destinations, distinguished designs, and excellence in service and guest experiences. Owned by China Yintai Holdings Co., Ltd, Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Binjiang Hotel is recognized for its spectacular views of the city and the Qiantang River and its premium location. Sheraton Grand is one of many initiatives currently underway for Sheraton 2020, a comprehensive plan designed to solidify Sheraton as a leading global hotel brand of choice, everywhere.
Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today welcomes a new member to its fast growing portfolio in China with the opening of the 259-room Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Fengxian. Under a long-term management agreement with the New Development Group Co., LTD, the hotel is poised to attract business travelers by offering a refreshing ambience that helps guests stay connected, productive and balanced while traveling.
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world's largest and most dynamic hotel groups, today announced the signing of a management agreement for Radisson Suzhou in China with Suzhou Zheng He Investment Co., Ltd. The hotel will form part of a mixed-use development with an office tower and the hotel. Radisson Suzhou is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2017 and brings Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group's Asia Pacific pipeline to 87 hotels.
Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai has announced the appointment of Mr Oni Zhou as the new Wine Sommelier, whereby he will take the helm and lead the team.
Jin Jiang International Hotels recently announced that Liu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde, a garden-style five-star hotel invested in and built by Changde Economic Construction Investment Group and managed by Jin Jiang International Hotels, began trial operation on June 1.The first garden-style five-star hotel in the livable city of ChangdeLiu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde, the first garden-style five-star hotel in Changde, Hunan Province, is located by the scenic southern bank of the Zhantian Lake in the Liuye Lake Resort, which is known as a "Water Paradise in the City." The beautiful Liuye Lake Resort, which bosats views of the vast waters, is the largest ecological tourism and leisure resort that integrates mountains, water and the city in Hunan Province, and was among the first group of national AAAA-level scenic spots.Liu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde covers a landscaped area of 140,000 square meters, with multiple modern buildings hidden among green trees that are harmoniously integrated with the quiet environment of Zhantian Lake. The pursuit of the perfect combination between the hotel and nature enables travelers to relieve the tension and fatigue from travel or work.Complete conference facilities meet various business travel needsThere are 6 expressways running through Changde, which is only 1.5 hours' drive from Zhangjiajie, and 2.5 hours' drive from the Hunan Changzhutan economic circle. Convenient transportation and the pleasant environment have made Changde a business and leisure destination for more and more people.Liu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde enjoys a superior geographical location, as it is 2 kilometers from the Changde railway station and only 100 meters away from the planned administrative center. It is also adjacent to the Beach Park, Car Camp and Sports Ecological Park (golf course), and faces Changde's first largest water park, Happy Water World, across the lake. The hotel has 295 rooms/suites, with a total construction area of about 73,000 square meters, and is equipped with a heated swimming pool, executive lounge, fitness center, foot massage room, table tennis room, billiard room and more. In addition, the hotel has a lobby of 1,500 square meters, a 450-seat ballroom, an international conference room, a 40-seat meeting room, 30-seat telephone meeting rooms and 14-seat small meeting rooms, which can meet the needs of a variety of business travelers.Effectively alleviating the shortage of high-star hotels in ChangdeLiu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde is located in the region between the Pan-Pearl River Delta and the Pan-Yangtze River Delta, which is a key area of growing economy in central China, a golden area that is seeing the shift of industries from eastern coastal developed areas to the central and western regions.With the improvement of Changde's reputation, business travelers' demand for high-star hotels in Changde has continued to grow, resulting in a significant shortage of hotel resources there. As the average occupancy of various sizes of hotels is relatively high on normal days, it's really hard to book a room, especially during major events. Liu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde alleviates the shortage of high-star local hotels.Mr. Simon Zhang, Chief Executive Officer of Jin Jiang International Hotels Management Company Ltd., said, "Changde, as an economically developed prefecture-level city in Hunan Province, has a growing demand for high-star hotels. Liu Yuan Jin Jiang Hotel Changde will be the first local garden-style five-star hotel that combines business and leisure. It aims to provide more comfortable accommodation, conference and catering services for business travelers.""
Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nelson Tan as General Manager of Pan Pacific Xiamen, located in one of the most vibrant and modern coastal cities in southeast China.
Even though growth in China has eased, the nation's hotel industry continues to expand at a rate far exceeding other parts of the world. However, many of the new hotels in China do not meet international sustainability standards, according to a new analysis published by the Center for Hospitality Research (CHR) at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration. The report, "Environmental Implications of Hotel Growth in China: Integrating Sustainability with Hotel Development," by Gert Noordzy, Eric Ricaurte, Georgette James, and Meng Wu is available at no charge from CHR."The Chinese government is on board with sustainability, and we believe hotel developers will eventually focus more specifically on green practices in building their hotels," said Noordzy. "But we see a number of issues that interfere with sustainability in China's hotels." Noordzy is a hotel development consultant based in Asia, Ricaurte operates a hotel sustainability and research firm, James is a travel and tourism industry consultant, and Wu is an international hotelier.The paper outlines the potential for and the importance of the industry improving the sustainability of its operations, particularly regarding carbon emissions, energy, and water consumption. "Part of the issue is that sustainability just hasn't been an issue for China's hotels in the past," Ricaurte explained. "Many of the hotels are relatively small and capital for environmental upgrades can be limited. Additionally, builders are generally rewarded for efficiency rather than their investments in sustainability."The report suggests four strategies to improve China's hotel sustainability: offer specific case studies of cost savings from sustainability, demonstrate the value of sustainability in a hotel's product life cycle, anticipate legislative changes, and be responsive to consumer demand for sustainable practices.About the Center for Hospitality ResearchThe purpose of the Center for Hospitality Research is to enable and conduct research of significance to the global hospitality and related service industries. CHR also works to improve the connections between academe and industry, continuing the School of Hotel Administration's long-standing tradition of service to the hospitality industry. Founded in 1992, CHR remains the industry's foremost creator and distributor of timely research, all of which is posted at no charge for all to use. In addition to its industry advisory board, CHR convenes several industry roundtables each year for the purpose of identifying new issues affecting the hospitality industry.Center Members: Accenture, Access Point Financial, Inc., Barclaycard US, Cvent, Davis & Gilbert LLP, Deloitte & Touche USA LLP, DerbySoft, Duetto, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Fox Rothschild LLP, Hilton Worldwide, Host Hotels & Resorts, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, IDeaS Revenue Solutions, InterContinental Hotels Group, Jumeirah Group, Marriott International, NTT DATA, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, priceline.com, PwC, The Rainmaker Group, RateGain, ReviewPro, Sabre Hospitality Solutions, STR, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro EcoEnergy, and Wyndham Hotel Group
Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Albert Hong as General Manager of Lanson Place Jinlin Tiandi Serviced Residences in Shanghai.Prior to joining Lanson Place, Mr. Albert Hong was the Director of Sales & Marketing at Park Hyatt Shanghai. Albert brought to Lanson Place a wealth of 18 years hospitality experience including many international luxury hotel groups namely Hyatt International, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, and The Regent in Hong Kongand mainland China; amongst which more than 8 years were dedicated to senior sales & marketing roles.
Marco Polo Hotels has announced the appointment of Mr. Dany Lützel as General Manager of Niccolo Chongqing, the second Niccolo hotel of this luxury brand stable, following the Niccolo Chengdu success story. The hotel is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2017. Prior to Niccolo, Dany was General Manager at Kempinski Chongqing, where he began as Resident Manager in 2014 and quickly moved up to the top role early last year. Previously, he was also General Manager of Radisson Blu, St. Gallen in Switzerland, a property where Dany spent over six years. With experience in both Europe as well as China, Dany possesses the knowledge to drive revenues from both the domestic and international markets while maintaining a high service level consistent with Niccolo’s contemporary urban chic personality. His ability to effectively manage six food and beverage outlets, in addition to multiple events and wedding venues at his previous position will only enforce his expectancy for profitable business in all facets of the hotel.
Simone La Gamba joins Shangri-La Hotel, Shenyang as executive chef, bringing his rich culinary and management experience to helm the kitchen team and present local diners with a refreshing dining experience.
Abandoned vehicles may not shout holiday charm, but a resort in northern China is attracting customers with its unique, cartoon-filled bus hotels. Owners of the Tai Tai Mountain Park in the city of Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, have converted more than 30 old buses into mini-hotels featuring private kitchens, bathrooms and colorful interior and exterior designs. Each bus hotel has its own theme, mainly popular cartoon characters like Mickey Mouse, Hello Kitty and Doraemon.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) and the Hurun Research Institute are delighted to release the Chinese Luxury Traveler 2016 today. This inaugural study marks the first-of-its-kind collaboration between an international hotel company and a leading authority on Chinese luxury travel.
The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) has presented Dr. Bai Changhong, Dean of the College of Tourism and Service Management at Nankai University, Tianjin, China, with the 2016 Lamp of Knowledge Award for Outstanding International Educator. The Lamp of Knowledge is given to individuals who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to advancing the quality of professionalism and education in the hospitality industry.
Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) andHilton Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening ofHilton Yantai Golden Coast, marking Hilton's debut in Yantai. Hilton Yantai Golden Coast is owned by Yantai Dongyin Golden Coast Hospitality Co. Ltd and managed by Hilton Worldwide.
With over 18 years of hospitality experience at Hilton, Vincent stands out in hotel operations, marketing strategy, F&B management as well as revenue management. During his career at DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing, Vincent won the 2015 "APAC Best Seller of DoubleTree by Hilton Brand" and "Sales Hotelier of the Year" awards by The Hotelier Awards due to his outstanding leadership. Prior to joining Hilton Yantai Golden Coast, Vincent worked as front office manager and room division manager at Hilton Beijing and as director of operations at DoubleTree by Hilton Shenyang. He also worked as director of operations and director of business & development at DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing.
Set to launch in 2017, Aman's fourth property in China, its most ambitious to date, will comprise a village of historic dwellings surrounded by a sacred camphor forest. Its peaceful introspective setting belies its proximity to vibrant downtown Shanghai and both forest and village tell an incredible story that involves a millennia of history, daring engineering feats and a philanthropic endeavour spanning hundreds of kilometers along the country's eastern reaches.
Niccolo, the new luxury hotel brand by Marco Polo Hotels, is making its debut at the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM Asia), held in Shanghai, China from 30 May to 2 June, while announcing plans for further expansion throughout China and beyond.
Shang-ri La Hotel Group appointed June Hu as General Manager of Traders Fudu Hotel, Changzhou who owns more than 20 years hotel management experience. she worked at Holiday Shanghai Jinxiu previously. During her term of office, she drove the effective team and achieved good performance consistently for the hotel. The headquarter of Shang-ri La group is located in Hong Kong. In the present, it owns and manages over 90 hotels, and over 37000rooms. Trader aims to provide convenient seivice and friendly atmosphere for travelers.The brand is spread over Asia-pacific and central Asian business core, and becomes the first choice for guests.
Marco Polo Lingnan Tiandi Foshan has promoted Ms. Susi Li to Director of Sales and Marketing for the hotel. Susi started her hotel career 11 years ago. Prior to joining Marco Polo Lingnan Tiandi Foshan, she worked in catering and sales for several Starwood and Intercontinental properties throughout China. In the past 4 years with Marco Polo Lingnan Tiandi Foshan, Susi has always been dedicated and devoted to driving business to the hotel.