http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/category/topic/405 Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT en-us Copyright 2013 Embassy Suites Media Center Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23340 Embassy Suites Hotels today announced the recipients of its 2012 Brand Awards and its top performing properties of 2012. The upscale all-suites brand uses a mix of qualitative and quantitative metrics to select properties and leaders that have demonstrated best-in-class performance Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 405-23340 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23227 With the end of the school year on the horizon, families are thinking about where they want to travel this summer and starting to plan their getaways. Wherever the destination, it is however much they’re able to see, do and experience that is critical to the vacation’s success, which is why Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 405-23227 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23077 Embassy Suites Hotels announced today the results of its fifth annual business travel survey*, providing unique insight into the seasoned traveler of yesterday, today and the future. Despite the challenges of the economy, budget cuts and new travel fees, business travel has been on Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 405-23077 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22770 Embassy Suites Hotels’ new Global Head, John Rogers, announced today the brand’s plans to grow the portfolio by 25 percent over the next three years to reach 300 properties in the Americas. Embassy Suites has honed in on a strategy that will drive the brand forward to aggressively increase market share, which focuses on leveraging the brand’s development flexibility to spur growth in urban markets while strengthening the core brand pillars and implementing smart, new innovations that meet the needs of both guests and developers. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 405-22770 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22551 The Embassy Suites Valley Forge property was recently named a “2012 Best Places to Work” Gold Winner by the Philadelphia Business Journal. Since 2010, the property has been recognized as a best place to work every year. Wed, 12 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-22551 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22567 The West Coast Jamboree Girls Basketball Tournament December 26, 2012 – December 31, 2012 has become an annual Holiday Sports tradition in the East Bay of California. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 22:23:00 GMT 405-22567 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22464 Planning a trip to Flagstaff? Guests of Embassy Suites Flagstaff can give to a worthy cause and save some money at the same time. The Donate Food Package, a program created by the hotel, gives to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance and benefits those in need in Arizona. St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance mission is to provide emergency food to hungry individuals and families. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 21:58:00 GMT 405-22464 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22462 As the 2012 Holiday Season approaches its time to be thankful for what we have but also remember those less fortunate. Embassy Suites Las Vegas has partnered with Community Food Bank of Clark County to do its part to fight hunger with the Donate and Save Package. Community Food Bank of Clark County's mission is to provide emergency food to hungry individuals and families. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 21:15:00 GMT 405-22462 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22525 It is with honor that the publishers and editors of ConventionSouth, the national multimedia resource for planning events held in the South, present Embassy Suites Orlando- Lake Buena Vista South with a 2012 New or Renovated Meeting Site Award. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-22525 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22364 The holidays are fast approaching, which means that families will be traveling to spend time with their loved ones. And while the idea of having the family all under one roof seems great, the tight quarters of a full house can make it a little stressful for hosts and guests alike. That’s why Embassy Suites Hotels today kicks off More Good Company, a campaign with a mission to spread Thu, 08 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-22364 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22368 Embassy Suites Hotels and Sierra Land Group, Inc. introduced the new upscale, all-suites Embassy Suites Orlando - Lake Buena Vista South to local officials and community members last night at a festive grand opening event. Located at 4955 Kyngs Heath Road and the corner of State Road 535 in Kissimmee, Fla., the 300-suite, 11-story hotel was constructed by Hardin Construction and designed by Helman Hurley Charvat Peacock/Architects, Inc. (HHCP). Sierra Lodgings, Inc., a subsidiary of Sierra Land Group, Inc., will operate the property, which bodes 40,000 square feet of meeting, pre-function and event space. This hotel’s opening marks Embassy Suites’ twentieth hotel in the sunshine state. Thu, 08 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-22368 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22100 Hilton Worldwide today announced that John Rogers has joined Embassy Suites as global head of the all-suite, upper upscale, full-service brand. In this position, Rogers will oversee all aspects of brand management including global development, brand performance support, brand marketing and PR, brand sales, revenue management and franchise owner relations. Rogers will be based at Hilton Worldwide’s global headquarters in McLean, VA. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-22100 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/12061 Embassy Suites Hotels, the upscale, all-suites hotel brand, announced today the “topping out” of Embassy Suites Chattanooga – Hamilton Place, signifying that the project has reached its maximum height and the structural framework is complete. Developed by Legacy Property Group and owned by Chattanooga Hotel Property Investment, the 203-suite, seven-story hotel will be the sixth Embassy Suites in Tennessee and one of the first in the state to feature the brand’s latest design concept, Design Option III. The hotel will be managed by Legacy Hotel Partners. Construction began on the property in April 2012 and it is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2013. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-12061 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8110 The 384-suite Embassy Suites Washington D.C. Convention Center has recently completed a $7.5 million renovation of its guest rooms and public space. The makeover includes design elements to brighten the ambiance and update amenities providing a fresh, modern environment for the hotel located blocks from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The hotel’s lobby and manager reception area were included with upgrades and new design features. Wed, 06 Jun 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-8110 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8109 As part of Embassy Suites Hotels’ pledge to give guests 366 days of more value in unexpected ways this year, the full service, all-suites hotel brand is celebrating the summer travel season by encouraging families to get more out of their vacations and make the most of their time off. According to a new survey with Parents magazine*, more than one-half of families consider themselves “vacation dabblers” who take days off sporadically throughout the year for shorter, one- to two-night trips. Tue, 05 Jun 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-8109 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8108 Hilton Worldwide today announced it has signed a management agreement with Desarrollos RDC, S.A., a real estate development company in the Dominican Republic, to introduce its Embassy Suites by Hilton brand, an upscale, all-suite offering, to Santo Domingo’s central business district. Scheduled to open in Q2 2013, this hotel marks the second Embassy Suites by Hilton in the Dominican Republic and will be the third property in the country for Hilton Worldwide, which currently manages the Hilton Santo Domingo. Thu, 17 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-8108 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8106 Embassy Suites Hotels, Chattanooga Hotel Property Investment and Legacy Property Group broke ground yesterday on Embassy Suites Chattanooga – Hamilton Place located at Shallowford Road and I-75. Scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2013, the hotel will be the sixth Embassy Suites in Tennessee and the first Embassy Suites in the state to feature the brand’s latest design concept, Design Option III. The full service, all-suites hotel will have 203 suites and 10,000 square feet of meeting space. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-8106 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8105 Embassy Suites San Juan - Hotel & Casino in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico has unveiled dining and gaming renovations. The all-suite Isla Verde hotel now invites guests to a new restaurant – El Patio Latin Bar Café; a new lounge – Oasis Lounge; and completely upgraded casino – Oasis Casino. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT 405-8105 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8103 Embassy Suites Boca Raton is offering a summer escape with iTunes gift card to increase guests’ playlists while enjoying the lazy days of summer. Guests of the all-suite resort can soak up the Florida sunshine and download their favorite summer songs or apps with this exclusive offer from Embassy Suites Boca Raton, just minutes away from the area’s Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:08:00 GMT 405-8103 http://news.embassysuites.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/8102 Embassy Suites Hotels announced today the results of its fourth annual Business Travel Survey*, a yearly pulse of the business travel community, which reveals the current state of business travel and what business travelers want more of in 2012. This year’s survey indicates that while the current economic climate is still a factor, one-third of respondents report that they’re traveling more than a year ago to have face-to-face meetings with clients. It also highlights the ways in which travelers are looking to get the most out of their business trips, from the incidence of “business-turned-leisure” trips to hotel value, and underscores the importance of technology on the road. 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