Hyatt Place Manatí Opens in Puerto Rico
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), PRISA Group and McConnell Valdes Consulting today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Manatí in Manatí, Puerto Rico. The Governor of Puerto Rico, the Hon. Alejandro Garcia Padilla, attended the hotel's ribbon-cutting ceremony. Hyatt Place Manatí represents the first international hotel brand in the north central region of Puerto Rico and the second Hyatt Place hotel to open in Puerto Rico within the last three months, marking for a strong return of Hyatt-branded hotels to the Island after a seven-year absence.
J.W. Marriott, Jr., Mayor Vincent C. Gray Lead Topping Off Celebration for the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
Marking a major milestone for Washington, DC, J.W. Marriott, Jr., executive chairman of Marriott International, Mayor Vincent C. Gray, District of Columbia, and dignitaries celebrated the topping off of the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, signifying that the 15-story property has reached its final construction height.
Hyderabad, India Hotel Staff Embodies Spirit to Serve
HYDERABAD, INDIA - Being part of a community isn't just about setting up shop, and when J.W. Marriott began his venture in the hotel business, he built it on the foundation of supporting the surrounding areas and its people. That Spirit to Serve is at the core of Marriott today, and the Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre and its staff are proud to be part of and give back to the local community through a number of initiatives.
JW Marriott Hotel Pune Awarded 2013 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor
PUNE, INDIA - JW Marriott Hotel Pune has recently been awarded the prestigious TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award for 2013. This accolade honours hospitality excellence and is bestowed upon establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor. The award is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide, like the Pune luxury hotel, that rank in the top 10% worldwide for traveller feedback.
Thayer Lodging Group Acquires the Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
NEW YORK, July 1, 2013 - Thayer Lodging Group, a privately held investment company that produces strong Alpha Returns for investors in hotel real estate, announced the first investment of Thayer Fund VI the acquisition of the 338-room Ritz-Carlton San Francisco, from Host Hotels and Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: HST).
Snoop Lion & BET Host Panel on Gun Violence Today
According to the Children's Defense Fund, homicide is the leading cause of death among 15 to 24-year-old African Americans. As we face these staggering realities, today, the League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF), Snoop Lion (aka Snoop Dogg) and BET Networks announce a partnership to further address the issue of gun violence in black communities across the country.
MCR Development Received Residence Inn by Marriott 'Hotel of the Year', and Won Six Other Accolades at Marriott Conference
MCR Development LLC proudly announced that its Residence Inn by Marriott Hunt Valley Hotel located in Hunt Valley, MD was awarded the 2012 Residence Inn "Hotel of the Year" Award at the Marriott General Manager's Conference in Orlando, FL. All told, seven MCR properties won Marriott accolades at the conference and 2012 marks the third consecutive year that the Hunt Valley property was honored as a top performing hotel after being awarded the 2011 Residence Inn by Marriott "Hotel of the Year" Award, and the 2010 Residence Inn by Marriott Chairman's Circle Award. Only one other Residence Inn has ever won the "Hotel of the Year" two years in a row. MCR awards earned at the Conference included:
Hotel in Conway, AR Receives Multiple Awards at Marriott GM Conference
The weekend of June 1st hosted Marriott's General Managers Conference, bringing together more than 2,700 leaders from Marriott's five CFRST brands: Courtyard, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites. While the conference is an opportunity for the community to get together and share ideas, it's also a platform for recognizing top performers.
YoungArts Honors Robert Redford, Doug Aitken, and Robert Lynch
On Saturday, January 14, 2012, at An Affair of the Arts Performance and Gala, YoungArts will honor actor Robert Redford with the Arison Award; visual artist Doug Aitken with the Alumni Award; and arts administrator Robert Lynch, President of the Americans for the Arts, with the YoungArts Leadership Award. The gala, held at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts and the J.W. Marriott Marquis Hotel, will bring together prominent artists, community leaders, philanthropists and celebrities to celebrate the 2012 national YoungArts winners.
YoungArts Honors Robert Redford, Doug Aitken, and Robert Lynch
On Saturday, January 14, 2012, at An Affair of the Arts Performance and Gala, YoungArts will honor actor Robert Redford with the Arison Award; visual artist Doug Aitken with the Alumni Award; and arts administrator Robert Lynch, President of the Americans for the Arts, with the YoungArts Leadership Award. The gala, held at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts and the J.W. Marriott Marquis Hotel, will bring together prominent artists, community leaders, philanthropists and celebrities to celebrate the 2012 national YoungArts winners.
2011 American Music Awards Nominees Announced
Recording artists Nicki Minaj and Pitbull revealed the '2011 American Music Awards(R)' (AMAs) nominees this morning from the J.W. Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE (see full list of nominees below). Katy Perry and Pitbull were announced as performers for the 39th annual AMAs. Additional acts and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks.
Adele, Lady Gaga, et al. Nominated for 2011 American Music Awards
Recording artists Nicki Minaj and Pitbull revealed the '2011 American Music Awards' (AMAs) nominees this morning from the J.W. Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE (see full list of nominees below). Katy Perry and Pitbull were announced as performers for the 39th annual AMAs. Additional acts and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks.
Algonquin Hotel Joins Autograph Collection
The Algonquin Hotel, New York City's famed literary landmark hotel located at 59 W 44th Street, announced today their official affiliation with the Autograph Collection, a portfolio of upper-upscale, independent hotels and resorts, each with distinctive personalities. The Algonquin Hotel is the first New York City property to become a part of the collection.
Anime Expo® 2010 Announces the North American Premiere of KISARAGI 7/1-4
Anime Expo® is pleased to announce today that the North American premiere of the theatrical play, KISARAGI, will be hosted on July 2 at 4:00p.m. in the J.W. Marriott Hotel. Anime Expo, North America's largest anime and manga convention, is scheduled for July 1 - 4, 2010, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
