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TUI Group opens second hotel in Austria

TUI Blue Fieberbrunn makes its debut for the first Winter season, third TUI Blue hotel in Austria in final construction phase and further hotel openings in Gran Canaria and Morocco. TUI Group continues to expand the portfolio of its lifestyle hotel brand TUI Blue with the opening of the second hotel in Austria at the end of November 2019. The TUI Blue Fieberbrunn hotel is nestled in the mountains at the heart of the Kitzbühel Alps in Pillersee Valley in Tyrol. Alongside the TUI Blue Schladming hotel in Styria and the TUI Blue Montafon hotel, currently under construction, TUI Group will operate a total of three hotels of its flagship hotel brand in Austria from Summer 2020. By expanding the footprint of its TUI Blue hotels, the tourism group is consolidating its leading position in the international holiday hotel sector. FIRST TUI LIFESTYLE HOTEL IN TYROL The TUI Blue Fieberbrunn hotel, featuring 144 rooms, is located right on the ski slopes, just a few metres from the gondola valley station. From here, guests can plunge right into the skiing fun of Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn in the Winter, or discover the Alps during the Summer on an active holiday with 400 kilometres of hiking and mountain biking trails. The guests can also take advantage of the BLUEf!t concept for fitness, wellness and nutrition. TUI Blue Fieberbrunn thus offers both active holidays as well as relaxation at the Blue Spa featuring saunas, a steam bath and an indoor pool. Under the “For All” label, TUI Blue Fieberbrunn targets both couples, families and solo travellers. “TUI Blue targets experience-oriented holidaymakers looking for the right hotel to match their individual needs and preferences. I am delighted about the growing number of lifestyle hotels we operate in Austria. They perfectly complement our global portfolio of hotels in top beach locations and tap a range of new experiences for our guests”, says Artur Gerber, Managing Director TUI Blue. Over the past few weeks, the existing hotel was converted in the style of the flagship brand and has now reopened under the motto “An exhilarating alpine experience“. Around 200 guests, local inhabitants, partners, service providers as well as regional representatives from politics and the tourism sector took part in the opening ceremony and had a chance to get to know the comprehensive offering, philosophy and new design of the hotel. TUI BLUE ON A GLOBAL GROWTH PATH The month of November also saw the launch of two additional hotels in Gran Canaria and Morocco. The two hotels will be positioned as TUI Blue “For Two“ resorts, exclusively targeting holidaymakers aged 16+ placing the focus of their holiday experience on time spent together. TUI Blue will offer holiday destinations for more than one million guests and will start into the new season with 97 hotels in 18 countries in Summer 2020. TUI Group’s global flagship hotel brand clusters the tailored offerings of TUI Blue, TUI Sensimar and TUI Family Life under one umbrella brand.

Hilton to expand the Canopy by Hilton brand in China

Hilton announced the opening of Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou Jinsha Lake, a 10-storey, 179-room hotel that provides energizing, positive stays for business travelers and cultured vacationers. The waterfront hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Qiantang New District of Hangzhou East, offering a unique urban resort experience coupled with the city’s best views of Jinsha Lake. Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou Jinsha Lake marks the brand’s twelfth property and is owned by Vangoo Group and managed by Hilton. “With the rapid development of the high-tech and manufacturing industry and rich cultural heritage, Hangzhou Qiantang New District has immense potential in attracting leisure and business travelers,” said Qian Jin, area president for Greater China and Mongolia, Hilton. “Following the huge success of the brand’s Asia Pacific debut in Chengdu, we are thrilled to announce the second opening in the region in Hangzhou. The property underscores our commitment to maintain strong growth momentum in Greater China and continue to deliver positive experiences to our guests.” Once a wetland for farmers more than 2,200 years ago, the neighborhood where Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou Jinsha Lake resides has transformed into a hotbed for technological innovation and a growing destination for business events. Ideally located by the lake, the hotel is only a few blocks away from a shopping mall, dining outlets and the soon-to-launch Jinsha Grand Theatre, offering guests seeking local experiences the perfect base to discover local cuisine or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the lake’s shore. Guests can enjoy direct access to Hangzhou Metro Line 1 for quick connections to business districts, major scenic destinations and Hangzhou East Railway Station, and Xiaoshan International Airport is located only 25 kilometers away, just 30 minutes by car. “Through the neuroscience research we conducted in partnership with Nielsen earlier this year, we found that today’s Chinese travelers seek a taste of authentic local experiences during their travels, which is exactly what Canopy by Hilton offers at this new location,” said Gary Steffen, global head, Canopy by Hilton. “The hotel will immerse guests in Qiantang New District’s natural beauty and heritage with its architectural and design elements.” Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou Jinsha Lake has been carefully designed to incorporate the unique art culture of Hangzhou. Upon arrival at the hotel lobby, Canopy Central, guests will be greeted by a white ceramic centerpiece floating above the lobby inspired by the Osmanthus, the city’s flower, which is traditionally planted in front of local homes and known as a “golden welcome” to guests. The 3D-grafted decorative wall panels along the hotel corridors feature continuously changing illustrations of aquatic plants and marsh birds, immersing guests in the nature of Hangzhou.

Shanghai Pudong Airport to add its first international branded hotels for the first time

News about InterContinental Hotel Group - IHGInterContinental Hotels Group announced that it will bring two hotels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport’s latest Terminal Complex, this means one of the world’s busiest airports will expect its first international branded hotels for the first time. It’s also the first time that the high-profile to-be-built complex reveals its details: four companies including IHG, Shanghai Yukong Hotel Management Co. Ltd., commercial developer Excellence Group and environmental-friendly facility provider MASTECK, signed an agreement on Monday with Shanghai International Airport Co., Ltd. They will work together to operate the complex, which consists of hotels, retails and offices. The two hotels – InterContinental Shanghai Pudong Airport and Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport, both within a few minutes’ walk distance from the arrival hall, are expected to open in 2024. Targeting luxury and mainstream segments respectively, they will be able to offer different options and world-class true hospitality experiences to more travellers from all over the world. InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest luxury hotel brand with over 200 hotels globally and has been a pioneer in international luxury travel for more than 70 years, providing fascinating experiences for guests. The Holiday Inn brand, also the first IHG brand that entered China in 1984, has helped millions of travellers around the world discover the joy of travel. Jolyon Bulley, Chief Executive Officer, IHG Greater China, said: “IHG has been committed to the China market for more than 35 years, with our brands widely recognised among Chinese consumers for our global expertise and profound China insights. The Shanghai Pudong International Airport is one of world’s leading international airports, linking the gateway city Shanghai to the world. We are proud to be a part of the complex project, bringing two iconic brands as a flagship combo to a Chinese gateway airport. We believe that under the great collaboration of all parties, the Terminal Complex will become a name card of Shanghai and a model of modern airport complex worldwide.” Jia Ruijun, Vice President of Shanghai Airport Authority, Chairman of Shanghai International Airport Co., Ltd., said: “Shanghai Pudong International Airport have become made into ‘the Club’ of world's largest hub airports with more than 74 million throughputs annually, covering an airline network around the world. The airport strives for high-quality development and good business performance while ensuring safety of travellers and providing good services. We are delighted to introduce IHG’s well-known InterContinental and Holiday Inn brands that boast international branded standard to meet the growing demands from more travellers. Seen as the extended VIP lounge of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, the two hotels will also improve our competitive advantage and fuel the delivery of our strategy to build an international hub airport.” Due to the high convenience, airport hotels have enjoyed a rising demand from travellers who catch an early, late or connecting flight. After the two IHG hotels open, it is expected to see greater synergy generated by all the business sectors within the airport’s complex, meeting needs of accommodation, consumption, MICE and office space. As an increasing number of international and national conventions and exhibitions are expected to be held in Yangtze River Delta including Shanghai, the complex will further facilitate the development of Pudong Aviation Town as well as the demonstration plot of aviation economy.

Mandarin Oriental to manage luxury palace hotel in Abu Dhabi

Mandarin Oriental has announced that it has signed a management contract to manage, and ultimately brand, the iconic Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Group will take over management of the property from 1 January 2020. It will be Mandarin Oriental’s second hotel in the United Arab Emirates following the opening of Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai in early 2019. The hotel will be rebranded as a Mandarin Oriental property, following a phased renovation over two years, during which time the hotel will remain open. The work will encompass significant upgrades to guestrooms and recreational amenities, as well as new food and beverage facilities. The Emirates Palace hotel sits on a 1.3-kilometre private beachfront, featuring 394 guestrooms and suites, 12 restaurants and bars, 40 meeting rooms, a concert grade auditorium and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 2,500 people. Leisure facilities include a marina, two swimming pools, a spa and two fitness centres. “This is a unique opportunity to manage one of the most high-profile properties in the Middle East and will be an excellent addition to our portfolio in the region. We look forward to bringing the Group’s exemplary service standards to Abu Dhabi and to introducing the brand to a new audience,” said James Riley, Group Chief Executive of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. “The partnership with Mandarin Oriental represents an important milestone and aims to propel the property’s profile into a new era,” said His Excellency Sultan Dhahi Sultan Al Humairi, Managing Director of Emirates Palace Company (EPCO). “We look forward to a mutually prosperous and fruitful relationship with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group,” he added. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi is centrally located in the heart of the city, conveniently situated for both leisure and business travellers. The Grand Mosque and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre are a short drive away. The Marina Mall is nearby and the commercial centre of the city is also easily accessed. The hotel is 40 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 90 minutes from Dubai Airport.

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