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March 15, 2018

Guayaquil to host World Travel Awards (WTA) Latin America Ceremony 2018

World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that Guayaquil, Ecuador will host its Latin America Ceremony on 15th September 2018.It will be WTA's first visit to Guayaquil, the gateway to the incredible Galapagos Islands and the beating commercial heart of Ecuador.The red-carpet ceremony will form part of the WTA Grand Tour 2018 - a search for the finest travel and tourism organisations in the world. The Grand Tour 2018 also marks WTA's 25th anniversary of honouring excellence in the international hospitality industry.A rapidly-emerging tourism hotspot, Guayaquil is best known for its gleaming riverside development, the Malecón 2000, which incorporates gardens, shopping centres, restaurants, a landmark museum, the first iMAX theatre in South America, and several of the city's finest monuments.The historic Palacio de Cristal will provide a stunning backdrop to WTA's Latin America Ceremony. Designed and built by engineers on behalf of Gustave Eiffel (designer of the Eiffel Tower, Paris), the palace was inaugurated in 1908 and has since undergone extensive renovation as part of Guayaquil's Urban Regeneration project. It reopened in 2002 as an exhibition and culture centre, hosting artworks by such greats as Rembrandt, Picasso and Rendón Seminario.Ms Gloria Gallardo, President of Guayaquil Tourist Board, said: "It will be a real honour to welcome the major players of the tourist industry to Guayaquil."Guayaquil is your destination to visit and enjoy. We are sure that WTA delegates will fall in love with the city and, hopefully, return. Guayaquil, the Pearl of the Pacific, welcomes you!"Ecuador's most vibrant city also boasts a brand new convention & visitors' bureau, a world-class international airport, the largest convention centre in the country, a vast range of accommodation and an enviably warm climate.Graham Cooke, Founder and President, WTA, said: "It will be an absolute pleasure to visit Guayaquil - Ecuador's city with the Midas touch - for the very first time, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary."WTA has maintained its position as the industry leader for the past 25 years, consistently proving its value as the global benchmark for excellence in the travel, tourism and hospitality business," added Cooke.As part of the Grand Tour 2018, WTA is also hosting ceremonies in Ras Al Khaimah (UAE), Athens (Greece), Jamaica, Hong Kong and Durban (South Africa), with the winners progressing to the Grand Final in Lisbon (Portugal).Voting for the WTA Latin America Ceremony will open on 26th March 2018 and conclude on 5th August 2018.For more information on how to participate, visit www.worldtravelawards.com/vote

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Guayaquil, Ecuador

February 20, 2018

IHG® builds on rapid growth of avid™ hotels with franchising launch in Mexico

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces that avid™ hotels, its new high-quality midscale brand, is now available for franchising in Mexico. The launch of the brand in Mexico closely follows the introduction of avid hotels in the U.S. and Canada last fall, where the company has already signed 75 franchise agreements. This milestone further demonstrates the brand's rapid start and growth potential.

November 27, 2017

Costa Rica Sustainable Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference

SAHIC, the premier organizer of hotel investment conferences in Latin America just concluded the presentation of the first Costa Rica Sustainable Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference, which was hosted by the Ministry of Tourism of Costa Rica (ICT). For the first time in this region's history, key investors and decision makers convened in one location to identify significant challenges and sustainable hospitality development opportunities for the country. The Conference took place November 13-14, 2017 at the Intercontinental in San Jose, Costa Rica.

SAHIC - Latin American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conferences

March 6, 2017

AccorHotels to consolidate leadership in Brazil with the integration of 26 BHG hotels

AccorHotels announces it has signed an agreement with Brazil Hospitality Group (BHG) and its shareholders, funds managed by GP Investments and GTIS Partners, in order to take over the management of 26 hotels (c. 4,400 rooms) currently owned or managed by BHG, the third-largest hotel company in Brazil.

August 22, 2016

New Executive Appointments at Mexico’s Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya, Vallarta-Nayarit

Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder and president of Mexico's "Beyond All Inclusive, Beyond All Compare" Velas Resorts, announces Denys Montes de Oca has been promoted to Senior Director of Sales and Gina Jimenez to Director of Sales of the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya and Riviera Nayarit. In their new positions, Montes de Oca and Jimenez are responsible for the development and implementation of worldwide sales for the luxury "Beyond All Inclusive, Beyond All Compare" resorts, members of Leading Hotels of the World. Together, the two will also develop and execute the sales strategy for Casa Velas, the Mexican hotel group's boutique adults-only hotel and ocean club in Puerto Vallarta. The appointments are effective immediately.

May 4, 2016

The St. Regis Mexico City Becomes First Hotel to Appoint the Role of Chief Millennials Officer

Bernard de Villèle, director general of The St. Regis Mexico City, the cosmopolitan hotel setting the highest standard for luxury and bespoke service in Mexico, introduced today the hotel's newest position of Chief Millennials Officer (CMO) in response to the needs of this important demographic.

Mexico City, Mexico

March 22, 2016

SAHIC Announces Christopher J. Nassetta as Inspirational Leadership Keynote Speaker at September Conference in Guayaquil, Ecuador

The 9th annual South American Hotel Investment & Tourism Conference 2016 (www.sahic.com) to be held in Guayaquil, Ecuador September 27-28, 2016, has confirmed that industry leader and Hilton Worldwide President & CEO Christopher J. Nassetta will be featured as the Conference's keynote speaker. During one of the most awaited conference sessions and before an audience of hospitality executives and investors in Latin America, Nassetta will speak about his experience in the industry, his vision for future development of projects and his view on challenges faced by the region. "Chris Nassetta's presence at our Conference brings such enormous value to our informative and educational two-day event," states Arturo Garcia Rosa, President & Founder of the SAHIC. "Nassetta's renowned experience in our industry, and his very personal reflections will bring us such integral insight and a personable quality to the keynote address." Since taking the helm in 2007, Nassetta has transformed Hilton into the largest and fastest growing hospitality company in the world, with more than 4,600 hotels, resorts and timeshare properties, and more than 758,000 rooms in 100 countries and territories. Under his leadership, the Hilton portfolio has grown to 13 industry-leading brands, including the recently launched Tru by Hilton, the company's game-changing new midscale brand. Among his many recognitions, Nassetta has been included on Washington' Business Journal's Power 100 list of influential business leaders, as well as named a Commercial Property Executive Executive of the Year in 2015. Nassetta's focus on company culture has also led Hilton to numerous Great Place to Work recognitions, including placing on Fortune magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For list in 2016. "Latin America is an incredibly important development region for the hospitality industry, and Hilton expects another year of significant growth in this market," said Nassetta. "it is a privilege to keynote SAHIC this year, and I look forward to a great conference with the region's key industry leaders." "The major players in the international hotel industry meet year after year at SAHIC to look at the new business opportunities offered by the region for the development of their projects," stated Arturo Garcia Rosa. And he added, "It is truly an honor to have someone as iconic as Chris Nassetta speak at our conference; His participation will certainly be a major highlight and will clearly show that this event stands as Latin America's benchmark and most important event." During the two-day sessions at the Hilton Colon Guayaquil in Ecuador, SAHIC 2016 will continue to contribute to the development of businesses in Latin America, a region with a current marked growth and a promising future for anyone who is developing or seeking to develop projects. For more information about SAHIC and to register with Early Bird Rates (by March 31, 2016) visit www.sahic.com.

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Guayaquil, Ecuador

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January 6, 2016

Gianpaolo Bellomunno Appointed Corporate Director of Sales & Marketing Of Mexico’s “Beyond All-Inclusive, Beyond All Compare” Velas Resorts

Mexico's "Beyond All-Inclusive, Beyond All Compare" Velas Resorts has appointed Gianpaolo Bellomunno as Corporate Director of Sales & Marketing, effective immediately. In his new position, he is responsible for corporate sales and marketing for the four Velas Resorts, which include Puerto Vallarta's Casa Velas and Velas Vallarta, Riviera Maya's Grand Velas Riviera Maya, and Riviera Nayarit's Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit. He works in tandem with each resort's sales and marketing team.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

November 11, 2015

ALHI Expands Luxury Portfolio In Mexico: The Brand-New Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta Accepted Into Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico's brand-new resort Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive Adults Only, which just opened in September 2015, has been accepted into the prestigious Membership portfolio of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). The elegant beachfront resort, which is a superb venue for meetings and incentive/recognition programs, is surrounded by the picturesque Sierra Madre Mountains and overlooks the deep blue Pacific. It becomes ALHI's first Member resort in Puerto Vallarta, located on Mexico's West Coast, and ALHI's sixth luxury resort in Mexico. The ALHI Global Sales Organization (GSO) now represents the exceptional new resort to North American meeting professionals, association executives, business executives, and incentive specialists. The announcement was made by ALHI President Jim Schultenover.

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

September 7, 2015

Papua New Guinea Welcomes First Hilton Hotels & Resorts Branded Hotel In Port Moresby

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of its first Hilton Hotels & Resorts branded hotel in Papua New Guinea. Under this management agreement with Star Mountain Plaza Ltd. (SMPL), Hilton will manage the newly built Hilton Port Moresby and convention centre in the Star Mountain Plaza development in Port Moresby. Construction of a 16-storey, mixed-use tower housing the 212-room Hilton hotel, along with office and retail space and 128 apartments, is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2015 and be completed by late 2017.

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

September 3, 2015

SAHIC Proud to be the 1st Hospitality Investment Conference to Welcome Key Cuban Industry Executives

September 2, 2015 - Arturo Garcia Rosa, President of SAHIC proudly announces the never-before participation of Cuban guests and successful businessmen who will for the first time share a global stage before 400 interested hospitality investors and developers for what promises to be a true learning experience.

SAHIC - Latin American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conferences

July 3, 2015

GBTA Latin America Hosts Third Annual Successful Conference in Sao Paulo Brasil

The Global Busines Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – hosted its third annual successful conference last week in Sao Paulo Brasil with more than 300 total attendees. The event took place at the Pullman Hotel, Vila Olympia, Sao Paulo, located within one of the city's most prominent financial centers.

Sao Paulo, Brazil

May 14, 2015

Grand Velas Riviera Maya Hosts Prestigious World Economic Forum For Latin America May 6-8, 2015

The World Economic Forum on Latin America 2015 held its 10th annual event convening leading entrepreneurs, business leaders and intellectuals of all nations of Latin America at Grand Velas Riviera Maya in Mexico May 6 to 8. Over 700 participants from over 45 countries attended more than 35 sessions that explored topics on modernizing fortomorrow, renewing the framework, and strengthening the foundations for their economies. They were welcomed by Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder and president of Velas Resorts.

Riviera Maya, Mexico

April 20, 2015

Palace Resorts Names New Executives

Palace Resorts - the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations- is pleased to announce the addition of three new Business Development Managers to the brand's Field Sales Department. Gina Lavoice, Christina Kemp and Cindy Gongora will now manage the Eastern and Western markets, respectively. Following a record-breaking 2014, with a reported increase in travel demand, Palace Resorts is strengthening their sales department in an effort to continue this upward trend.

March 27, 2015

GBTA Mexico Conference 2015 Sets Record Attendance

The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Mexico hosted its 9th annual GBTA Mexico Conference 2015 from March 18 - 20 at the World Trade Center in Mexico City. A record number of more than 390 business travel professionals attended the event from Mexico, the United States and Latin America.

Mexico City, Mexico

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March 23, 2015

Grupo Vidanta Invests Millions in New Bond Film Spectre to Advance Tourism Interests for Mexico

Mexico-based Grupo Vidanta, one of the largest and most-decorated developers of luxury resorts and tourism infrastructure in Latin America, announced at a recent press conference their contribution to the filming of Spectre, the next installment of the internationally popular James Bond franchise. The film's opening scene will be set in Mexico. In conjunction with Interjet Airlines and the Mexico Tourism Board, Grupo Vidanta, which was founded by Mexican resort mogul Daniel Chavez Moran, works to attract premier tourism projects such as the Bond film to the Mexican economy, and noted that the film's production will create hundreds of new jobs locally.

Mexico City, Mexico

October 27, 2014

HSMAI Americas Names Otto as HSMAI Brasil Chapter Managing Director

Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas has named Gabriela Otto as Managing Director of the HSMAI Brasil Chapter.

São Paulo, Brazil

August 10, 2014

World Travel Awards recognises the best of South & Central American tourism in Quito

A host of industry leaders are celebrating this evening after the winners were revealed at the World Travel Awards South & Central America Gala Ceremony 2014. In front of an elite industry audience at the Centro Cultural Itchimbía, in Ecuadorian capital Quito, LAN Airlines walked away with the title of South America's Leading Airline, while South America's Leading Business Travel Destination went to Bogota, Colombia.

World Travel Awards

May 30, 2014

Hotel Prices during the 2014 Brazil World Cup

The cost of a hotel stay in one of the Brazilian host cities during the World Cup Period (12th June to 13th July) will be an average of £143, according to data form hotel search website trivago.co.uk. This will increase to an average of £187 on match days. Brasília and Manaus are the two most expensive destinations, making England versus Italy and the play-off for third place two of the most expensive matches for a hotel stay.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

May 28, 2014

Brazil 2014: Capture the Craze [Infographic]

An additional 3.7 million people are going to visit Brazil this year as the football fever grips the country, according to an infographic developed by eRevMax, the leading channel management and connectivity solution provider. The Infographic Brazil 2014: Capture the Craze, based on several market studies sheds key insights on Brazil Hospitality Industry and suggests hoteliers to have a balanced mix of global and regional channels in their distribution portfolio.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil