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	Travel Hack: Take In Trendy Neighborhoods To Stretch Your Travel Budget
	Published On: 2013-05-17
	When your leisure or business travels take you to one of Americans’ favorite major destinations, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore the city beyond tourist landmarks, packed restaurants and long taxi lines. The experts at Hotels.com® have uncovered a selection of hip, culturally-diverse neighborhoods in some of the Top Domestic Destinations as ranked by the most recent Hotel Price Index™ (HPI®) to help travelers not only extend their travel budget, but also have a truly authentic experience in some of America’s top cities. “Consumers have now been trained that flying mid-week is better for their wallet, but when visiting major cities, hotels in downtown areas typically have higher rates and lower inventory due to business travel and conventions,” says Taylor L. Cole, APR, travel expert for Hotels.com. “This is the perfect time to explore other neighborhoods of cities like New York and Chicago and save on the hotel stay and flight. Travelers can use that extra money to take in a show, dine at a top-rated restaurant or have an adventure in the new area of town they’re exploring.” Check out this list of 10 of the most popular domestic travel destinations, their average hotel prices according the the latest HPI, the trendiest neighborhoods in each city and why a stay there will not only save you money but also be a rewarding experience. Source:- Press.Hotels

	Celebrate Father's Day at Melt - The World cafe
	Published On: 2013-05-17
	There is no better way to show how much Dad means to you by taking him to a resplendent and splendid feast at MELT ~ The World Café, where he can enjoy an endless flow of Veuve Clicquot Champagne, as well as stand a chance to win This year, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore decides to reward all Fathers with an exceptional dining experience, alongside an exclusive lucky draw. Guests who opt for the champagne brunch buffet will be qualified to enter the draw, where one lucky winner will walk away with the Grand Prize of a visit to Lamborghini Singapore, as well as a joy ride in the luxury sports automobile driven by a certified Lamborghini driver. The draw will be held on Father’s Day itself, 16 June 2013 at 2.30pm, and winners will be notified immediately. Diners can also look forward to winning other prizes, such as dining vouchers for complimentary buffet lunch and dinner. Father’s Day Brunch is priced at SGD 188 per person, inclusive of unlimited flow of Veuve Cliquot Champagne, wines, beers, cocktails, juices and soft drinks, or SGD 158 per person inclusive of juices and soft drinks. Father’s Day Brunch is available only on Sunday, 16 June 2013, from 12 pm to 3 pm. Source:- Mandarin Oriental

	Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel Launches Mobile App Offering Hotel Guests Services at Their Fingertips
	Published On: 2013-05-17
	Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel has launched a mobile app through Intelity, specialists in interactive guest service technology. This app is available on iPad, iPhone, and Android devices, to provide access to the Hotel’s amenities and services from anywhere in the world. Inside the app, guests are invited to explore overall hotel information, local cultural and entertainment attractions, order in-room dining or make restaurant reservations, arrange for their car from valet parking, make concierge and housekeeping requests and more. The app highlights the many possibilities both within Beverly Wilshire and around Los Angeles, California. “This new app gives us the opportunity to share of our iconic property and unique location in Beverly Hills with guests currently staying with us, and those who wish to explore from afar," says General Manager Ben Trodd. "We look forward to connecting with them." Source:- Four Seasons Hotels

	Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Presents La Dolce Vita
	Published On: 2013-05-17
	Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu, the first and only Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond resort on Hawaii Island, announces La Dolce Vita, an epicurean celebration of the “sweet life” featuring Palmina and Brewer-Clifton wines. The series of culinary events, to be held at the Resort June 10-15, 2013, includes a variety of cooking classes, culinary experiences and spectacular dinners, all co-hosted by Steve and Chrystal Clifton, owners of Palmina and partners of Brewer-Clifton wines. “As one of our annual signature culinary events, La Dolce Vita is a fun and interactive way to celebrate everything great about food, wine and friends,” says Robert Whitfield, regional vice president and general manager of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. “This is a spectacular week on the beach – absolutely one of the best times to be had for anyone into the sweet life.” The line-up of events (schedule subject to change) is as follows: Monday, June 10 Pizza & Dolcetto Dinner - Chef Nick Mastrascusa and winemaker Steve Clifton host this Palmina tradition, in which they grill specialty pizzas beachside as the just-released 2012 Dolcetto is poured, along with Rosato and Pinot Grigio. Tuesday, June 11 WOW Farm Tour Lunch and Wine Tasting - Chef Nick, Beach Tree manager Teddy Lyau and winemakers Steve and Chrystal Clifton host a trip to WOW Farms – Hawaii’s best tomato farm. Guests will join a private tour from owner Mike Hodson, pick tomatoes for that evening’s Taste of WOW Dinner and enjoy a farm lunch and wine tasting of Malvasia, Bianca, Rosato and Barbera. Taste of Wow Dinner - WOW Farms owner Mike Hodson and winemakers Steve and Chrystal Clifton join Chef Nick and manager Teddy Lyau for an extraordinary prix-fixe dinner. WOW Farm tomatoes will be featured in all three courses, including made-to-order spaghetti with wild boar and Beach Tree’s signature Rosso wine, as well as Arneis and Nebbiolo. Wednesday, June 12 Bubbles & Profiteroles - A perfect example of La Dolce Vita, this afternoon tradition of a drink and something sweet takes on a new life at the beach. ‘ULU general manager Wendle Lesher hosts as guests will sip a variety of sparkling wines, while Chef Nick teaches how to make chocolate profiteroles. Ultimate Catch Dinner – Guests will enjoy a three-course prix-fixe medley of Hawaii’s great fish, grilled on the beach by Chef Nick. Winemakers Steve and Chrystal Clifton will present their Brewer-Clifton 2008 Gensa, 2009 Sweeney Canyon Chardonnay and 2009 Mt. Carmel Pinot Noir. Thursday, June 13 Gnocchi Making Class – Chef Nick will teach guests to prepare his grandmother’s famous gnocchi while enjoying housemade sangria. That evening at the Gnocchi & Barbera Dinner, Chef Nick and winemaker Steve Clifton will cook the gnocchi the guests prepared, serving them their respective creations. Gnocchi & Barbera Dinner – Chef Nick and winemaker Steve Clifton will prepare gnocchi to order – on display in the Beach Tree dining room, paired with Palmina’s Barbera wine. Friday, June 14 Olive Oil 101 - Chef Nick will host a fun and educational tasting of olive oils, including the premiere of the Beach Tree signature olive oil. Guests will learn about the rich history of olive oil, its various characteristics and which varietal to use with different foods. Palmina Wines Dinner Party – The party will begin at the Beach Tree Lounge, with passed hors d’ouevres and wine, before the main seating in the dining room, followed by Chef Nick’s four-course family-style prix-fixe dinner and celebration. Winemakers Steve and Chrystal Clifton present their 2011 Tocai Friulano, 2011 Malvasia, 2012 Botasea Rosato, 2011 Dolcetto, 2010 Barbera and 2007 Nebbiolo “Santa Barbara County.” Saturday, June 15 Meet the Winemakers – Guests are invited to join Steve and Chrystal Clifton, makers of Palmina Wines and partners of Brewer-Clifton Wines, for an intimate discussion and wine tasting of Palmina’s 2011 Arneis and 2011 Dolcetto, and Brewer-Clifton’s 2009 Mt. Carmel Chardonnay and 2009 Pinot Noir. Brewer-Clifton Winemaker Dinner – Guests will be treated to a spectacular evening of dining and wine pairings at ‘ULU Ocean Grill + Sushi Lounge. The evening begins with hors d’ouevres and wine alongside the beach, before the seating on the oceanfront lanai. Winemakers Steve and Chrystal Clifton host the evening, which features Chefs Nick Mastrascusa and Ricardo Jarquin’s locally-sourced five-course menu, local farmers and Brewer-Clifton’s 2009 Gnesa Chardonnay, 2009 Mt. Carmel Chardonnay, 2007 Rancho Santa Rosa Chardonnay, 2009 Ampelos Pinot Noir, 2009 Cargasacchi Pinot Noir and 2007 Mt. Carmel Pinot Noir. Guests are also invited to book the Experience More package, which includes a USD 1,000.00 Resort credit. This five-night package includes luxurious suite accommodations, and the Resort credit is applicable to incidental charges, including La Dolce Vita events, Spa, retail and golf. Source:- Four Seasons Hotels

	Enjoy A Luxury Weekend At Mandarin Oriental Jakarta
	Published On: 2013-05-16
	With a superb central location, Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta is delighted to offer shopping assistance for guests staying over the weekend by providing complimentary transfers to Jakarta’s most prestigious shopping malls. With weekend room rates from USD 225++, guests can enjoy a complimentary comfortable drop off and pick up service by Mercedes Benz to Plaza Indonesia or Grand Indonesia shopping malls, home to designer brands and high-end retail outlets. Amazing brunch options also available each weekend, from Jakarta’s most popular Saturday brunch at Lyon, to all-you-can-eat dim sum brunch at Xin Hwa. To start the weekend, Lyon serves a unique brunch concept with a wide range of a la minute French main courses and desserts. The special brunch menu is specially created by Chef Thierry Le Queau with the freshest ingredients. Lyon Saturday brunch is priced at IDR 360,000++. Xin Hwa, the legendary Chinese restaurant, serves delectable dim sum treats every Saturday and Sunday. The dim-sum is offered a la minute to maintain its fresh and succulent taste. Dim Sum brunch is priced at IDR 178,000++. For a complete weekend experience, guests can also relax and experience the hotel’s signature spa Harmonious Indonesian Treatment at the Fitness and Wellness Centre. This specifically designed massage begins with a full body exfoliation and then uses the rhythmic and therapeutic movement of traditional Indonesian massage to ease tired muscles and dissolve tension and stress, and is priced at IDR 720,000++. “We are delighted to provide an overall experience for an ultimate weekend retreat, with fantastic dining offers, easy shopping access, and rejuvenating programmes, allowing our guests to indulge and be ready to start another week completely revived”, said Mark Bradford, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. Source:- Mandarin Oriental

	The Excelsior, Hong Kong Presents A Summer Family Fun Package
	Published On: 2013-05-16
	The summer holiday is always a great occasion for children and the whole family to take a break together. The Excelsior, Hong Kong has prepared the perfect package to allow the entire family to enjoy a summer shopping spree at Italy’s fashion brand Stefanel, renowned Rimowa luggage, long established Chen’s Jewellery and delight in Ocean Park Hong Kong, where a diverse selection of world-class marine attractions, thrill rides and shows awaits. The Excelsior, Hong Kong’s “Summer Family Fun” package is priced at HKD1,588* per night and includes: One night’s accommodation in a Superior room HKD100 dining credit per room per stay Ocean Park Hong Kong admission tickets for two adults Enjoy up to 15% discount at STEFANEL shop, VIP personal styling experience and free delivery service to the hotel Receive a complimentary shirt bag upon purchase of any luggage at RIMOWA Causeway Bay store Enjoy up to 50% discount in Chen’s Jewellery located in the hotel lobby A special supplement at HKD200 for an upgrade to a Superior Side Harbour View Room, HKD400 for a Deluxe Harbour View Room or a HKD500 supplement for an upgrade to the Executive Floor room with exclusive access to the Executive Lounge Children under 12 sharing the guest room will receive additional benefits that are sure to make for a happy summer, including: One Häagen-Dazs ice-cream at Café on the 1st An extra bed with complimentary cuddly fluffy toy A 50% discount on any buffet at Café on the 1st *Rates are subject to 10% service charge, with a minimum of two consecutive nights’ stay and are valid from 1 July to 31 August 2013, subject to availability. All bookings must be guaranteed by credit card. Source:- Mandarin Oriental

	Top Ten Marriott Associates Take the Spotlight
	Published On: 2013-05-16
	Marriott International, has honored ten associates from around the world with its highest honor, the J. Willard Marriott Award of Excellence. Established in 1987 in honor of the company's founder, the Award of Excellence is presented annually to Marriott associates nominated by their supervisors or peers for their outstanding performance, and for demonstrating the five key traits inscribed on the award medallion: achievement, character, dedication, effort and perseverance. Marriott also announced the recipients of its Alice S. Marriott Award for Community Service, and the J.W. Marriott, Jr., Diversity Excellence Award. Read Bill Marriott’s blog about a special honoree, Phyllis Hester, his assistant of 25 years. For the Award of Excellence, Marriott’s senior management selected the following honorees from hundreds of nominations sent from around the world. Check out Our Stories to learn more about each honoree. Ms. Jinney Byrne Breakfast Ambassador Fairfield Inn & Suites Tampa North Temple Terrace, Florida Ms. Marfelia Fernandez Spa Manager Orlando World Center Marriott Orlando, Florida Ms. Mercy Fernandez Director of Housekeeping The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates Mr. Gilbert Gonzales Podium Agent Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center Grapevine, Texas Mr. Ben Voogd Navigator Concierge Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel Amsterdam, Netherlands Ms. Phyllis Hill Johnson Senior Director, Owner & Franchise Services Marriott International, Inc. Bethesda, Maryland Ms. Phyllis Hester Assistant to the Executive Chairman of the Board Marriott International, Inc. Bethesda, Maryland Mr. Richard Rivera Door Attendant Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center Cleveland, Ohio Ms. Shirley Nelson Executive/Sales Administrative Assistant Bethesda Marriott Bethesda, Maryland Ms. Tanya Ritter Front Office Manager Melbourne Marriott Hotel Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Alice S. Marriott Award for Community Service is presented to a Marriott business unit and its team of associates in recognition of excellence in corporate citizenship. This prestigious award recognizes the desire of Marriott and its people to carry on the commitment of the company’s founders by giving energy, time and resources to help improve the lives of others. This year’s recipient was the Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport, Jamaica, New York. The J.W. Marriott, Jr., Diversity Excellence Award is the highest form of recognition for a business unit, corporate department or individual that demonstrates excellence in promoting diversity and building an environment of inclusion for all. This year’s recipient was Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel, London, United Kingdom. Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 3,800 properties in 74 countries and territories and reported revenues of nearly $12 billion in fiscal year 2012. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 18 brands. Source:- News.Marriott

	Le French May Experience At Mandarin Oriental, Macau
	Published On: 2013-05-16
	In celebration of Le French May, the biggest French cultural festival in Asia, Mandarin Oriental, Macau presents a series of Le French May Experiences including luxurious accommodation with an exclusive degustation menu and complimentary access to a Napoleon exhibition at the Macao Museum of Art. Various exceptional dining offers are also ready to delight, such as a Napoleon-themed afternoon tea at the Lobby Lounge, the seven-course Emperor’s Table (La table de l’Empereur) at Vida Rica Restaurant, and a cheese buffet comprising 14 types of French and international cheese paired with Burgundy wines at Vida Rica Bar, all meticulously designed by the hotel’s Burgundy-born Executive Chef Dominique Bugnand. For the added enjoyment of French art, the hotel and its adjacent luxury shopping and retail development, One Central Macau, jointly present Living Sculptures. As a highlight programme of Le French May, this solo exhibition of the world-renowned artist-designer Pablo Reinoso from 25 April to 14 July features 11 sets of wooden and steel art pieces, demonstrating how the artist transforms everyday objects into art by playing with their structures and weaving the pieces into their surroundings. The Le French May Experience Package includes: One night’s luxurious accommodation in a guest room or suite Buffet breakfast for two persons at Vida Rica Restaurant A turndown service souvenir from the “Napoleon and the Decorative Arts” exhibition Two tickets to the “Napoleon and the Decorative Arts” at Macao Museum of Art The Emperor’s Table (La table de l’Empereur), a seven-course degustation set for two persons at Vida Rica Restaurant The room package is available until 14 July 2013 and package rate starts from MOP3,288. Rates are subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tax. Rooms are subject to availability and terms and conditions apply. The Emperor’s Table (La table de l’Empereur) at Vida Rica Restaurant Based on a historic menu by His Majesty Napoleon’s head chef, Chef Dominique has extended his imaginative flair to an exclusive seven-course gourmet menu – the Emperor’s Table. Featured dishes are duck liver terrine with fig chutney and warm brioche, velvet potato soup with black truffle jelly, slow-poached egg with Brittany artichoke mash and Parmesan foam, macaroni with seasonal mushrooms and truffle sauce, lightly gratinated Dover sole fillet with langoustine sauce, the classic dish Chicken Merango, and the updated Napoleon‘s baked Alaska. Advance reservations of at least one day are required for this special menu. Available from now on until 14 July 2013, The Emperor’s Table is priced at MOP888 per person. One day advance reservation is required. Le French May Cheese Buffet with Burgundy Wine at Vida Rica Bar Chef Dominique has handpicked 14 types of top-quality cheese from France and around the world, including Abbaye de Cîteaux, Époisses, Langres, Palet de Bourgogne, Charolais, Le Napoleon Commingeois, Ami du Chambertin, Brillat-Savarin, Bouchon de Chèvre, Brie de Meaux, Gruyère, Bleu d’Auvergne AOP, Reblochon and Tête de Moine, to pair perfectly with premium wines from Burgundy. The Buffet is available at Vida Rica between 5pm and 8pm every Monday to Friday until 22 May 2013. The Cheese Buffet is priced at MOP350 per person with no consumption of wine, MOP399 per person with one glass of wine, and MOP499 per person with three glasses of wine. Napoleon Afternoon Tea at Lobby Lounge Coupled with choice of freshly-brewed coffee, fine tea or hot chocolate, a myriad of delicate French pastries carefully-crafted by Chef Dominique, such as chocolate mousse with Napoleon’s hat, macaroon Cocorico, strawberry choux, and chocolate brownie with Marie Antoinette’s tapestry, make for a perfect afternoon break. Furthermore, guests who order the tea set will receive two tickets to the “Napoleon and the Decorative Arts” at Macao Museum of Art. Le French May Tea Set is available until 14 July 2013, between 2pm and 5:30pm, and is priced at MOP388 for two persons. Source:- Mandarin Oriental

	Hyatt Announces Results of its Bond Tender Offer
	Published On: 2013-05-16
	Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) today announced the expiration and final results of its previously announced cash tender offer (the “Tender Offer”) to purchase any and all of its $250,000,000 aggregate principal amount outstanding of 6.875% Senior Notes due 2019 (CUSIP Nos. 448579 AB8 and U44845 AB8) (the “Notes”). The terms and conditions of the Tender Offer were described in an offer to purchase, dated April 25, 2013 (the “Offer to Purchase”), and a related Letter of Transmittal. Acceptance by the Company of any Notes tendered was subject to the terms and the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase. As of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 14, 2013 (the “Expiration Date”), $54,087,000 in aggregate principal amount of the Notes, representing approximately 21.6% of the aggregate principal amount outstanding of the Notes, was validly tendered and not validly withdrawn. The Company has accepted for purchase all Notes that were validly tendered and not validly withdrawn as of the Expiration Date. Payment for the Notes so purchased is expected to be made today, and the Notes so purchased will be cancelled. As previously announced, holders who validly tendered (and did not validly withdraw) their Notes at or prior to 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 3, 2013 (the “Early Tender Deadline”), will receive the Total Consideration (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), which includes an Early Tender Premium (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), for any Notes accepted for purchase. Holders who validly tendered (and did not validly withdraw) Notes after the Early Tender Deadline but at or prior to the Expiration Date will be eligible to receive the Offer Consideration (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), which is equal to the Total Consideration minus the Early Tender Premium, for any Notes accepted for purchase. The aggregate consideration to be paid by the Company for the Notes accepted for purchase, including accrued and unpaid interest to May 15, 2013, is expected to be funded with a portion of the net proceeds from a previously announced public offering of debt securities by the Company. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and SunTrust Robinson Humphrey, Inc. are the dealer managers in the Tender Offer. D.F. King & Co., Inc. has been retained to serve as both the information agent and tender agent for the Tender Offer. Source:- Investors.Hyatt

	Magic of Service Theme For 2013 Red Lion Brand Conference May 14-16
	Published On: 2013-05-16
	"This convention is an opportunity to work with our franchise hotel owners and our general managers to build an even stronger brand," said Ron Burgett, Executive Vice President of Lodging & Brand Development for Red Lion Hotels Corporation. "At Red Lion, we own and operate our hotels alongside our franchisees. As a result, our decisions are made with return on investment in mind. This brand has enjoyed a 24 percent increase in the number of guest rooms since October of last year, with a healthy increase in the number of franchised hotels." The Red Lion Hotels Magic of Service Brand Conference is at Red Lion Hotel at the Park in Spokane, Washington, May 14-16, 2013. The conference speaker lineup includes Amanda Hite, President of Smith Travel Research, Chris Thompson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Brand USA, and Shep Hyken, a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author on customer service. As part of the conference, attendees will pack 200 boxes full of goodies for military men and women serving overseas. The boxes will be shipped to the family and friends of Red Lion Hotels associates and to the Fairchild Air Force Base 93rd Air Refueling Squadron whose members tragically lost three airmen on May 3 near Kyrgyzstan. "This is a way to support our associates by honoring their friends and family serving on behalf of our country," said Harry Sladich, Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Distribution for Red Lion Hotels Corporation. "It is our privilege to honor them." Source:- Red Lion Hotels

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