http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/category/topic/305 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT en-us Copyright 2013 Waldorf Astoria Global Media Center Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22743 Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Worldwide’s luxury brand of landmark hotels, along with Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide, are pleased to announce their continued support for the Sundance Film Festival as the 2013 official hotel sponsor. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 305-22743 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 305-22661 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22648 Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its second European luxury hotel opening in recent months – the highly-anticipated Waldorf Astoria Berlin. Setting a new standard in luxury for Berlin and the wider German market, the hotel marries the timeless elegance of the legendary flagship, Waldorf=Astoria New York, with a unique design inspired by Berlin’s vibrant and contemporary personality. Thu, 03 Jan 2013 05:01:00 GMT 305-22648 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22649 Am 28. Dezember 2012 hat das Waldorf Astoria Berlin seine Pforten bereits für die Berliner geöffnet und ist seit Anfang 2013 auch allen Berlin Besuchern zugänglich. In Anlehnung an die zeitlose Eleganz des legendären Waldorf Astoria New York, Aushängeschild der Hotelgruppe, setzt das Waldorf Astoria Berlin neue Luxusstandards in Berlin und dem gesamten Bundesgebiet. Ein einzigartiges Design, inspiriert vom pulsierenden und modernen Leben der Stadt, geben dem Haus einen besonderen Stil. Thu, 03 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 305-22649 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 305-22639 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 305-22308 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22242 Across the globe, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts are known for timeless elegance, inspirational environments and the extraordinary experiences provided to guests each day. And now, guests who book the “Best of Waldorf Astoria” offer will receive a $50 hotel reward for every night of their stay. Rewards can be applied to any of the unique luxury activities that Waldorf Astoria offers across the brand’s more than 20 properties. The more nights stayed, the more rewards can be used to enjoy exclusively Waldorf experiences. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-22242 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22190 Generations of Roman families are invited to gather each Sunday at Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts, to catch up over a delicious meal and dine in style at the luxury hotel’s famous Sunday Brunch. Boasting a plethora of children’s activities and a specially designed kids menu, Rome Cavalieri’s Sunday Brunch has a variety of dishes from Italian penne pasta to a gelato bar to make sure even the youngest guests clear their plate. Fri, 05 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-22190 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 305-22183 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/18102 Following a significant programme of investment the soon to be re-launched The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Edinburgh is pleased to announce the introduction of the UK’s first Guerlain Spa, which will open to guests in winter 2012, following the grand unveiling of the hotel in mid-September. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-18102 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/14710 The Waldorf Astoria Chicago announced today that Herve Cuyeu will lead the culinary team as Executive Chef. Cuyeu, a native of Bordeaux, France, will oversee all conceptualization and creation of cuisine at Balsan, the hotel’s casually elegant bistro and at the sophisticated, yet cozy, Bernard’s Bar. In addition, Chef Cuyeu will also lead the culinary charge on the Waldorf Astoria Chicago’s catering operations for social events and business functions, in-room dining and spa cuisine at the Elysian Spa & Health Club. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-14710 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/12064 The Boca Raton Resort & Club announced the launch of Boca Meet 360°, a new meetings App, giving viewers an in-depth virtual site tour of the 356-acre Resort, its meeting facilities, accommodation styles, leisure activities and amenities. Fri, 24 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-12064 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6337 Hilton Worldwide has announced the official name of its first Waldorf Astoria hotel in Latin America – Waldorf Astoria Panama. Formerly known as The Panamera, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, the new designation brings the distinguished brand name to the forefront, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to the service and hospitality that are synonymous with the name Waldorf Astoria. Waldorf Astoria Panama is on schedule to open this year and is now accepting reservations for 2013 with rates starting from $219* per night. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6337 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6336 To provide authentic, personalized service from the moment guests book their trip through the time they depart, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has announced a new initiative called True Waldorf Service, formally launching across properties this July. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6336 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6330 Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a management agreement with Chengdu Yincheng Property Co., Ltd for western China’s first Waldorf Astoria branded hotel in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province. Scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2016, the 300-room Waldorf Astoria Chengdu will be the fifth Waldorf Astoria in China, following the opening of Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund in 2011 as well as the planned openings of Waldorf Astoria Beijing in 2013 and Waldorf Astoria Baoting and Waldorf Astoria Sanya, both on Hainan Island in 2015 and 2016 respectively. Tue, 29 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6330 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6322 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. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6322 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6309 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. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6309 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6306 As Bachelor Ben Flajnik searches for the woman of his dreams on ABC’s The Bachelor, viewers might fall in love with Canyons Resort in Park City, Utah – a destination featured MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012 (8:00 – 10:01 p.m. ET), on ABC Television’s top-rated reality show. This season, fan-favorite Ben, the down-to-earth and romantic guy whose heartfelt proposal was rejected by Ashley Hebert on The Bachelorette, gets another shot at love. Skeptical at first, Ben, a 29-year-old successful winemaker from Sonoma, Calif., now knows firsthand that love can happen – and he’s hoping to find it as the Bachelor. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6306 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6304 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. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6304 http://news.waldorfastoria.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/6302 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. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT 305-6302