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Hilton Worldwide Signs Agreement with Magnolia Finest Corporation Limited to Welcome First Waldorf Astoria in Southeast Asia Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a new management agreement with Magnolia Finest Corporation Limited to introduce the first Waldorf Astoria hotel in Southeast Asia, and Hilton Worldwide’s ninth property to Thailand. Scheduled to open in 2015, the 170-room Waldorf Astoria Bangkok marks the debut of Hilton Worldwide’s world renowned luxury brand in Thailand.

Historic Photo Exhibit at the Arizona Biltmore Celebrates Frank Lloyd Wright & 75th Anniversary of Taliesin West History will come to life in stark black and white at a special exhibit of images by Pedro E. Guerrero, the personal photographer of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, at the Arizona Biltmore (www.arizonabiltmore.com) Dec. 15, 2011 through April 29, 2012.

A New Year Brings New Beginnings for Naples Grande Beach Resort Hilton Worldwide, the parent company of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, has announced the Naples Grande Beach Resort, a Waldorf Astoria Resort is trading in its name for the more distinguished designation of Waldorf Astoria Naples. The change officially went into effect January 1, 2012, with property enhancements reflecting the latest Waldorf Astoria brand standards to be rolled out throughout 2012.

Hilton Worldwide Luxury Brands Appoints Stuart Foster as Vice President of Marketing Today, Hilton Worldwide Luxury Brands announced Stuart Foster as Vice President of Marketing. Former Vice President of the Southeast Region for Moët-Hennessy USA, a division of LVMH, Foster will lead all luxury marketing initiatives and oversee the strategic development of global positioning for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Conrad Hotels & Resorts. Foster will report directly to John Vanderslice, Global Head of Luxury & Lifestyle Brands, of Hilton Worldwide and work from the Hilton Worldwide Headquarters in McLean, Va.

Hilton Worldwide Luxury Brands Debut Luxury Meetings Magazine at IMEX America Today, Hilton Worldwide Luxury Brands, in partnership with Elite Meetings International (EMI), announces the launch of Luxury Meetings magazine. This new group sales resource, which will be published annually, provides a comprehensive overview of Hilton Worldwide Luxury Brands’ properties capabilities to host meetings and events at the more than 40 existing and forthcoming locations in their Conrad Hotels & Resorts and Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts portfolios.

Grand Wailea Presents Alan Wong's Amasia Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, in cooperation with Chef Alan Wong, announces ALAN WONG’S AMASIA as the name of the new restaurant set to open in spring 2012 at the resort.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Offers First-Ever Salvatore Ferragamo Exclusive Parfums Guest Amenities Today, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Salvatore Ferragamo Parfums announce the launch of Tuscan Soul Guest Amenities, an exclusive line of in-room Eau de Toilette, bath and amenity products to be available at the hotel brand’s landmark destinations by January 2012.

The Waldorf=Astoria Hotel Selects Trilogy Spa Ventures to Operate Guerlain Spa at Iconic New York City Property The Waldorf=Astoria has chosen Trilogy Spa Ventures to operate the hotel's luxury Guerlain Spa beginning August 1, 2011. As part of this agreement, Trilogy also assumes oversight of the hotel's Guerlain retail boutique.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Offers First-Ever Salvatore Ferragamo Exclusive Parfums Guest Amenities Today, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Salvatore Ferragamo Parfums announce the launch of Tuscan Soul Guest Amenities, an exclusive line of in-room Eau de Toilette, bath and amenity products to be available at the hotel brand’s landmark destinations by January 2012.

Seaside Chapel at Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel at Grand Wailea The only chapel in Wailea, the Seaside Chapel is known as Hawaii’s most romantic chapel. It captivates all dreamers with its classic elegance. The New-England-style chapel with its stained glass windows and a clock tower seems to float on the pond surrounding it, which flows from the Japanese garden via a number of waterfalls. The pond’s water lilies and koi add color.

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund Named Five-Star Hotel By Forbes Travel Guide Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund was honored with a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award at the 2012 Shanghai Inaugural Ratings Award Ceremony on April 25, 2012. The list has defined the industry’s highest standard for excellence in hospitality for over 50 years. As a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai is one of only two hotels to receive this coveted award in Shanghai, joining an elite group of 59 Five-Star Hotels worldwide.

Summertime at La Quinta Resort & Club Framed by the rugged Santa Rosa Mountains on 45 picturesque acres, La Quinta Resort & Club is always a favorite desert destination for summer vacations and weekend getaways, and even better with cool seasonal rates starting at $109 per night, June 1 through Labor Day. Value-oriented resort packages for golf, tennis, and pure relaxation are also available, as well as special appreciation to military personnel and teachers; rejuvenating specials at Spa La Quinta; special golf rates for twilight and sunset play at La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA WEST; Camp La Quinta for kids ages 4 to 12; and, as always, nonstop activities for families.

Voyage magazine: "Waldorf=Astoria New York" Who said that for the most romantic holiday in your life, you have to choose a tropical island with lagoons?