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November 16, 2012

18 new top hotels for Istanbul

The tourism in Istanbul is booming. With a two-digit growth rate of overnight visitors the currently roughly 100,000 existing hotel beds are insufficient. In the coming two years 18 new first class and luxury hotel with approximately 4,000 beds will open their doors in the cosmopolitan métropole at the "Bosporus". This announced TOPHOTELPROJECTS, the worldwide leading provider of hotel project lead data and worldwide hotel chain contacts.

TOPHOTELPROJECTS

October 31, 2012

Hilton Worldwide Announces Signing Of Istanbul’s Largest Hotel & Conference Center

Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a management agreement with IC Bomonti Uluslararasi Kongre Turizm Yatirimlari Ticaret A.Ş to open an upper upscale Hilton hotel and conference center in Istanbul's Sisli district.The property will be adjacent to the former Bomonti Beer Factory, an iconic building of significant heritage in the city center, which is currently undergoing restoration to become the focal point of a new visitor hub with extensive entertainment, dining and retail facilities; as well as a museum and arts center.

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September 24, 2012

Turkey: Russians are seldom regular guests | ITB Berlin and IPK Research

Turkey is the preferred holiday destination of Russian holidaymakers, although when it comes to how often they visit the country this source market still has enormous growth potential. In 2011, only 14 per cent of the 3.4 million holiday trips undertaken by Russians to Turkey represented a fourth-time visit or more, whereas the proportion of first-time visitors was 48 per cent. 37 per cent of Russians have already been to Turkey two or three times. These are the latest findings of the World Travel Monitor, a special survey carried out by IPK International and commissioned by ITB Berlin. One of its goals was to find out how often Russians, Germans and Britons chose a particular country for their holidays (not counting trips to relatives and friends). Depending on how often they visited a destination travellers were divided into three categories: newcomers, explorers (first or second-time visitors) and regular guests (four or more visits).

ITB Berlin

September 19, 2012

Renaissance Hotels to Open New Hotel in Izmir, Turkey

Marriott International, Inc (NYSE:MAR) today announced plans to open its tenth hotel in Turkey, the 110-room Renaissance Izmir Hotel, set to open in late 2012. Renaissance Hotels is the signature lifestyle brand within the Marriott International global portfolio. Recognized for its signature guest programmes including R Navigator and RLife LIVE, Renaissance Hotels currently has over 35 hotels throughout Europe.

Marriott

Izmir, Turkey

September 11, 2012

Mövenpick Hotel Ankara opens in thriving heart of capital’s new business district

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the opening of the 176-room Mövenpick Hotel Ankara, a new exciting contemporary hotel based in the heart of the Turkish capital's fast-developing Söğütözü business district.

Mövenpick

Ankara, Turkey

September 4, 2012

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Set To Debut On Istanbul’s Asian Side

Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Emaytaş Turizm Gayrimenkul Yönetim Hizmetleri Sanayi ve Tic A.Ş. to open Hilton Worldwide's first Hilton Hotels & Resortsbranded property on the Asian side of Istanbul. Hilton Istanbul Kozyataği Conference Center & Spa joins a fast growing portfolio of 40 hotels across Turkey that are either currently trading or under development.

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August 22, 2012

Kai A. Winkler has been appointed as General Manager at Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay

Throughout his 17 year career, Kai A. Winkler has managed luxury five star hotels across Europe including properties in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic. Most recently, Winkler managed the five-star Kempinski Hotel Airport Munich, which is architecturally one of the most renowned hotels in Germany. Previous to this, he held positions like Food and Beverage Director at the iconic Sacher Hotel in Vienna, Resident Manager of Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof and a General Manager role at the Hotel Palace Praha in Prague.

Kempinski

Bodrum, Turkey

August 9, 2012

Renaissance Hotels’ Debuts Newest Address in Turkey

Marriott International, Inc (NYSE:MAR) today celebrates the opening of its ninth hotel in Turkey, the 212-room Renaissance Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel operating under a franchise agreement with Polat Holding A.S. Offering stunning views of Istanbul’s celebrated Bosphorus River, the magnificent 20-story Renaissance Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel is located on the European side of Istanbul, in Besiktas, midway between the areas of Taksim and Levent.

Marriott

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June 20, 2012

Two new deluxe hotels in Bodrum for Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts' portfolio in Turkey is being expanded with two new deluxe hotels: a beach resort and a city resort in Bodrum. In addition to Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, Bodrum will become another important feature destination in the Turkish market for this international hotel group with Swiss roots. The two new properties are scheduled to open in 2013 and 2014.

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Bodrum, Turkey

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June 12, 2012

Rotana announces the signing of its first management agreement in Turkey

Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa announced the signing of its first agreement in Iskenderun, Turkey, with Rhossos Tourism and Hospitality Ltd to manage the city resort 300-room Rhossos Rotana Resort and Serviced Apartments. Strategically located in Iskenderun, the commercial centre of the heritage rich Hatay region, the hotel will be the first Rotana property to be managed in Turkey. The hotel is expected to open in 2014 and will feature a 200 meter private beach front, a Turkish spa & health club, a business centre, large wedding and banqueting facilities, swimming pool and a variety of Food & Beverage outlets. In addition to the hotel and serviced apartments, the property will include a high-end retail destination, complementing the needs of the vibrant local community as well as the leisure and business visitors.

Rotana

Iskenderun, Turkey

May 23, 2012

Hilton Worldwide Celebrates Opening of Hilton Bursa Convention Centre & Spa and Hampton By Hilton Bursa

Hilton Worldwide today announced the official opening of Hilton Bursa Convention Centre & Spa and Hampton by Hilton Bursa - the company's first dual branded property in Turkey. As the first combination of a Hilton Hotels & Resortsand Hampton by Hilton brand property in Europe, guests will be able to enjoy the upscale and full-service and economy brands while visiting the historic city of Bursa.

Bursa, Turkey

April 17, 2012

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Announces Opening of New Radisson Blu Hotel Istanbul Asia

The dynamic Turkish capital is a global mega city on a unique site straddling two continents and Carlson Rezidor's latest opening is its third hotel in this beautiful, fast growing metropolis. The Radisson Blu Hotel Istanbul Asia is ideally located in upscale Atasehir, a bustling, modern residential and high-rise business area.

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March 30, 2012

Pinar Kartal Timer has been appointed as General Manager at Pera Palace Hotel, Jumeirah

Jumeirah was recently appointed to manage Pera Palace Hotel in Istanbul and the hotel’s current General Manager, Pınar Kartal Timer, will join the Jumeirah Group leadership team when the hotel rebrands as part of the Jumeirah portfolio on 1 May 2012. Pınar Kartal Timer started her career at the Hilton Istanbul in 1988. She held several positions until her promotion to Director of Sales and Marketing for both Hilton Istanbul and Hilton Parksa in 1994. She also worked for Moevenpick and Kempinski before being appointed as General Manager of Pera Palace Hotel in 2009. A Turkish national, she is fluent in English and German.

Jumeirah

March 30, 2012

W Istanbul - the First W Hotel in Europe - Continues to Innovate with New Nightlife and Culinary Experiences

W Istanbul unveils its latest nightlife and culinary experience as it continues to be the leading contemporary lifestyle hotel in the cosmopolitan Turkish city. Featuring a constantly evolving nightlife scene, new culinary experiences and innovative fashion and design collaborations, W Istanbul was the first W hotel to open in Europe, introducing the W brand’s unique and distinctive New York-inspired programming.

Starwood

March 21, 2012

Jumeirah to operate Pera Palace Hotel in Istanbul

Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has signed a management agreement with Demsa Group, a leading Turkish company specialising in the luxury and fashion retail industry and representing 13 global brands, to operate the Pera Palace Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. Jumeirah Group will assume management of the luxury museum hotel from 01 May 2012 and the property will be known as Pera Palace Hotel, Jumeirah.

Jumeirah

March 5, 2012

Starwood Debuts Le Meridien in Turkey with the New Le Meridien Istanbul Etiler

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced the debut of the first Le Méridien hotel in Turkey with the opening of the highly anticipated Le Méridien Istanbul Etiler. Owned by Makyol Construction Industry Tourism and Trading Co. Inc. and designed by leading Turkish architect Emre Arolat, the hotel is situated in Istanbul's most exclusive neighbourhood and overlooks the Bosphorus with panoramic views over two continents.

Starwood

February 13, 2012

Mandarin Oriental To Open A Luxury Resort With Branded Residences In Bodrum, Turkey

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today announced that it will manage a luxurious hideaway resort and branded Residences at Mandarin Oriental on the Bodrum Peninsula in Turkey. Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum, which is slated to open in 2014, will be located on a 60 hectare waterfront site on the northern side of the peninsula, at 'Cennet Koyu' or Paradise Bay, offering panoramic views over the Aegean Sea. Built on a series of levels nestled in the resort's landscaped hillside, surrounded by ancient olive groves and pine trees, this luxurious destination resort offers the perfect retreat. The resort's 82 exclusive guestrooms and 20 suites will provide the largest accommodation in the area, all with stunning sun-decks and terraces, and many with private gardens and infinity edged pools.

Mandarin Oriental

Bodrum, Turkey

February 9, 2012

Hilton Worldwide Signs Development Agreements for Four New Hotels in Turkey

Simon Vincent, area president, Europe, Hilton Worldwide, said, "Over the last year we have opened a record number of hotels across Turkey. In the last few months alone we have opened our first Hampton by Hilton and fifth Hilton Garden Inn, extending our portfolio of brands and globally renowned hospitality. Momentum will continue this year with the substantial refurbishment of the Conrad Istanbul, as well as the opening of a further 10 hotels. By the end of 2013 we expect to have 33 hotels operating in Turkey, and we see further opportunity to expand our presence in what is undoubtedly one of Europe's key development markets."

Press Release General Management

January 18, 2012

Dedeman chief crowned CATHIC’s top hotelier

Turkish hotel veteran Murat Dedeman, Chairman of Dedeman Hotels & Resorts International and President of Dedeman Holding has been named the most influential hotelier by his industry peers, according to Jonathan Worsley, Chairman, Bench Events and co-organiser of the Central Asia & Turkey Hotel Investment Conference (CATHIC) in Istanbul next month (February 6-8 2012).

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