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February 10, 2016

Sheraton to Expand Presence in Portugal with Sheraton Cascais Resort

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it will bring its iconic Sheraton brand to the upmarket resort town of Cascais in Portugal with the signing of the Sheraton Cascais Resort. Owned and managed by United Investments Portugal (UIP), the property will join the Sheraton brand on February 24th, 2016 under a franchise agreement with Starwood.

Starwood

Press Release Markets & Performance

February 3, 2016

Minor Hotel Group Completes Acquisition of Tivoli Hotels & Resorts for EUR 294.2 Million

Minor Hotel Group (MHG), owner and operator of hotels and resorts in 22 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, South America, Africa and the Indian Ocean, today announces completion of the final stage of its acquisition of Tivoli Hotels & Resorts, a well-known Portugal-based brand with 14 properties across Portugal and Brazil. The acquisition of Tivoli Hotels & Resorts, which totals EUR 294.2 million, not only marks MHG's strategic entry into Europe and Latin America, but also provides the group with a strong operating platform to drive further growth in those markets.

Minor

Press Release Markets & Performance

January 28, 2016

Eurostars Hotels firmly establishes itself in Portugal with the opening of the Eurostars Heroismo 4*

Eurostars Hotels strengthens its presence in Portugal with the recent opening of the 4* Eurostars Heroismo, the third establishment of the brand in the city of Porto, where it already manages the 4* Eurostars Oporto and the 4* Eurostars Das Artes.

Hotusa Hotels S.A.

Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal

November 17, 2015

Lisbon - Market Snapshot, 2015

Located along the Atlantic coast, Lisbon is the westernmost capital city of continental Europe and known as the former hub of European trade in the 16th century. Today, Lisbon's port is one of the largest container ports on the European Atlantic coast.

BNP Paribas Real Estate Hotels

Press Release Sales & Marketing

October 22, 2015

Connections Meetings brings new event philosophy to MICE sector

Connections, a division of London-headquartered Travel Weekly Group, has launched Connections Meetings for the global MICE sector. The inaugural event takes place on December 9-12 in Portugal. Delegates begin their experience at the Hilton Doubletree in Lisbon before a private train transfer to the Conrad Algarve.

travelweekly.co.uk

July 16, 2015

Six Senses's First European Resort in Douro Valley, Portugal Now Open

True to its heritage of creating exceptional guest experiences in places of incredible beauty, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas unveils its first resort in Europe on 15 July 2015. Located in the beautiful Portuguese UNESCO World Heritage area of the Douro Valley, the property is touched with the romance of 19th century architecture wedded to contemporary interiors reflecting the inimitable Six Senses style.

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Radical Innovation Hospitality TECHNOLOGY

Radical Innovation is an initiative that challenges creative thinkers and visionaries in hospitality TECH to pioneer compelling innovations that fuel the future of the hospitality and travel industries.

Radical Innovation

Appointment

July 2, 2015

Henri Poudensan has been appointed as Regional Director of Marketing at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Henri POUDENSAN ESSEC IMHI 1993 has been promoted to Regional Director of Marketing in charge of Direct Marketing & Sales responsibilities for Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon and regional responsibilities for Four Seasons Resorts Marrakech, Casablanca, Lions Palace St Petersburg and Moscow. Henri has always been working in Sales & Marketing since graduation; seven years for the Intercontinental Hotel Group and then for Four Seasons.

Four Seasons

Appointment

June 3, 2015

Javier Suarez has joined Six Senses Douro Valley as Spa and Wellness Director

Javier Suarez has joined Six Senses Douro Valley as spa and wellness director, a role that he held previously at Six Senses Yao Noi in Thailand. Javier brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role, given his passionate dedication to health and wellness over the past 20 years.

Radical Innovation Hospitality TECHNOLOGY

Samodães, Portugal

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Radical Innovation

March 12, 2015

Portugal welcomes InterContinental® Lisbon - Estoril

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of InterContinental® Lisbon - Estoril in Portugal, evidence of further growth of this unrivalled luxury global brand. The hotel will operate under a management agreement with Margem Encantada, SA.

IHG

November 12, 2014

Viceroy Hotel Group Announces European Debut

Viceroy Hotel Group announced today its long-anticipated entry into Europe with the launch of Viceroy Algarve at Quinta da Ombria, set to debut in 2017. Upon completion, the luxury destination property will offer distinguished jetsetters and thrill-seekers an exclusive coastal enclave in one of Europe's most seductive locales.

Viceroy

Algarve, Portugal

Appointment

October 13, 2014

Nick Yarnell has been appointed as General Manager at Six Senses Douro Valley

As a 24-year veteran of the hospitality sector, Nick brings extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of the business, having worked in many exciting destinations around the world, from cosmopolitan London, trendy Los Angeles, utopian Maldives and sophisticated Paris.

Douro Valley, Portugal

September 24, 2014

IHG® signs InterContinental® Lisbon and Crowne Plaza® Porto

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's largest hotel companies, has announced the signing of two flagship hotels in Portugal: InterContinental® Lisbon and Crowne Plaza® Porto. Both properties will operate under management agreements between Hotelgal SA, a subsidiary of Global Hotels & Resorts, and IHG.

IHG

September 22, 2014

IHG® signs InterContinental® Lisbon and Crowne Plaza® Porto

IHG

June 6, 2014

Six Senses prepares to unveil first resort in Europe

True to its heritage of creating exceptional guest experiences in places of incredible beauty, Six Senses prepares to unveil its first resort in Europe. Located in the beautiful Portuguese UNESCO World Heritage area of the Douro Valley, the property is touched with the romance of 19th century architecture wedded to contemporary interiors reflecting the inimitable Six Senses style.

Press Release Sales & Marketing

May 22, 2014

Deadline approaches for World Golf Awards nominations

Golf resorts, hotels, tour operators and destinations from around the globe are being urged to submit nominations for the inaugural World Golf Awards. Voting for the event is set to open on June 20th, with hopeful participants requested to submit nominations now. World Golf Awards will celebrate excellence in golf tourism, with Conrad Algarve, Portugal, scheduled to host the first Gala Ceremony on November 15th 2014.

World Travel Awards

Supplier News Technology

May 15, 2014

Host Hotel Systems integrates with eRevMax for seamless online booking connectivity

Portugal-based Host Hotel Systems, provider of HostPMS, has completed a new two-way interface between its property management system and eRevMax. The interface allows accommodation providers to enjoy automated management of room availability, rates and reservations between HostPMS and leading booking websites across the world through Connect, the SaaS e-distribution platform from eRevMax.

eRevMax Ltd.

Press Release Sales & Marketing

May 6, 2014

Lisbon Hotel Prices Increase by 1202% for Champions League - trivago May tHPI

Hotel prices have increased across Europe this month, according to the trivago Hotel Price Index (tHPI) released monthly by hotel search site trivago.co.uk. Based on the 50 most popular European cities on trivago, one night in May will cost an average of £110. This is a 12 per cent increase from an average of £98 in April.

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Supplier News Sales & Marketing

January 22, 2014

eRevMax delivers 15% year-on-year growth in online revenue for Portuguese hotel

Considered an urban oasis in the centre of Lisbon, Inspira Santa Marta Hotel, has found its perfect online distribution partner in eRevMax. The high-end four star property trusts RateTiger Suite for efficient rate management and improved online growth.

eRevMax Ltd.

October 8, 2013

DoubleTree by Hilton Expands Global Presence with Openings in Two Key European Markets

DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the brand has expanded its European presence with its two newest openings this month – DoubleTree by Hilton Lisbon – Fontana Park, the brand's first hotel in Portugal, and DoubleTree by Hilton Dublin – Burlington Road, the brand's second opening in Ireland following the debut of DoubleTree by Hilton in the market in early 2013. With more than 350 properties in its global portfolio, these latest openings underscore DoubleTree by Hilton's position as a leading full-service hotel brands delivering first-class service to business and leisure guests globally.

Hilton