http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/category/region/AM Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT en-us Copyright 2013 Waldorf Astoria Global Media Center Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23464 Hilton Worldwide today announced honors for its top annual development awards in North America. Awards are presented in five categories across the company's portfolio of hotels, including: Developer of the Year, Best Conversion, Deal of the Year, Outstanding Achievement and Lifetime Achievement. Recipients are awarded based on criteria ranging from total number and quality of hotels developed to impact on community and fastest construction time. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23464 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23423 At the Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort (www.arizonabiltmore.com), dads will celebrate their special day by having it all. The Father’s Day package, offered Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights over Father’s Day weekend, combines an alpha dose of both outdoor activity and indoor fitness with a mega-male spa treatment, a savory culinary experience at a restaurant named for two memorable dads, and an after-dinner cordial and cigar. Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23423 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23421 The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, today announced it has received the Chairman’s Award from the Downtown Development District (DDD) of New Orleans for what the DDD calls the hotel’s “extraordinary contribution and commitment to the development of downtown New Orleans.” Fri, 31 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23421 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23426 The Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort (www.arizonabiltmore.com) has appointed Sarah Moran to the position of public relations and marketing manager, announced General Manager David Kirken. Tue, 28 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23426 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23332 Girls and guys can gather their favorite friends and family and escape to two resorts in Puerto Rico for a girls' or guys' only getaway. Now through Dec. 22, 2013, El Conquistador Resort & Las Casitas Village, A Waldorf Astoria Resort and El San Juan Resort & Casino are offering a Girls' and Guys' Getaway package for friends to reconnect and spend quality time together. Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23332 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23425 The Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort (www.arizonabiltmore.com) has named veteran hospitality executive Michael R. McMahon the director of sales and marketing of the historic property, announced General Manager David Kirken. Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23425 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23427 The stage is set for a blockbuster rock ‘n’ roll themed summer at the Arizona Biltmore (www.arizonabiltmore.com), A Waldorf Astoria Resort, with a calendar overflowing with rockin’ activities and events for everyone – combined with sensational summer rates starting at just $109. Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23427 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23321 Renowned hotel executive Paul Cherrett has been named Managing Director for La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA WEST, the acclaimed resort, spa, tennis and golf destination located in greater Palm Springs, California. Cherrett will oversee all operations for the 796-room, 45-acre property, which has been a favorite among travelers, golfers and Hollywood royalty since its founding in 1926 and report directly to Hilton Worldwide Area Vice President, Ben Fusco. Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23321 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23161 2013: Fodor's Best City Chic Hotel | 2012: SpaFinder® Wellness Readers’ Best for Men and Best Urban Hotel Spa Elysian Spa & Health Club | Conde Nast Traveler Top U.S. Hotel | Travel & Leisure: Voted #1 Large City Hotel in the Continental U.S. in the 17th Annual Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards | AAA 2013 Five Diamonds Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23161 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23071 The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel, is basking in attention from Hilton Worldwide as the result of being recognized as first in a number of categories, including 2012 “Hotel of the Year” and “General Manager of the Year.” Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-23071 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22984 Hilton Worldwide proudly announced the expansion of its Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand into Latin America with the opening of Waldorf Astoria Panama. With a commitment to personalized service and delivering a new sense of luxury to the booming Panama market, Waldorf Astoria Panama blends the distinguished sophistication of the luxury brand with the warmth of the local Panamanian personality. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-22984 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22839 The Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria resort has appointed Gordon Maybury the executive chef of the historic property, announced General Manager David Kirken. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-22839 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22740 The Waldorf Astoria Chicago announced today that Kerri Stokes will lead the spa team as Director of the Elysian Spa & Health Club. Stokes, who previously served as the Assistant Director, will oversee all conceptualization and creation of programming at the Elysian Spa & Health Club, Chicago’s most luxuriously indulgent spa. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-22740 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22661 Your birthday party is waiting for you at the Arizona Biltmore! (www.arizonabiltmore.com) A cupcake and balloons will be delivered to your room complimentary, and you’ll receive a special gift of a free room for one night. Mon, 07 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 0-22661 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22639 The Waldorf Astoria Chicago has appointed Andrew Johnson as Executive Pastry Chef for the entire hotel operation, including its Balsan restaurant, in-room dining, and catering & events. Johnson, who has served as Pastry Sous Chef at the hotel, will now oversee all patisserie and confectionery offerings, such as seasonal creations, desserts, and signature breads. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT 0-22639 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22487 La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA WEST will celebrate this year’s holidays with a month of family-friendly sights, sounds and special events, all centered around the magical season between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. Holiday merriment makes this legendary resort a festive destination for the local community and for travelers from near and far, with highlights of this year’s season set to include the annual lighting of the holiday tree, cooking demonstrations, and the resort’s Third Annual Tribute to Frank Capra’s iconic holiday movie and American Film Institute classic, It’s a Wonderful Life, which Capra wrote while staying in his favorite La Quinta casita. Every Thursday through Saturday throughout the season, this beloved film’s Bedford Falls comes to life at La Quinta Resort & Club. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT 0-22487 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23422 The bride and groom typically have to wait until the Big Day to really find out what their wedding is going look like, from the table settings to the cake. But not at the Arizona Biltmore (www.arizonabiltmore.com): the resort’s new Wedding Design Showroom allows the couple to see their options first hand, decide on everything from the furniture to the colors and designs, evaluate how they look together, and finalize the look of their wedding in advance. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT 0-23422 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23424 Travelers are serious about their exercise and fitness classes today, expecting not only the latest evolutions but a lot of them. And the Arizona Biltmore (www.arizonabiltmore.com) has stepped up to the plate with a dynamic new Fitness Program offering a wide spectrum of choices and innovative options to meet every guest’s expectations. Fri, 02 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT 0-23424 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22308 The Waldorf Astoria Chicago has once again earned the highest score out of all United States hotels in the prestigious 2012 Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Thousands of properties across the world were evaluated by Conde Nast Traveler readers and a record 46,476 individuals voted. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT 0-22308 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22183 Culinary fans, wine enthusiasts and foodies will find a delicious “home base” at Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek as the luxury resort hotels host the second annual Orlando Food & Wine Weekends, Sept. 28 – Oct. 5, 2012. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT 0-22183