http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/category/topic/704 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT en-us Copyright 2013 Hilton Worldwide Global Media Center Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23334 NBA Hall of Famer and philanthropist, David Robinson today announced the launch of Admiral Hospitality Scholars (AHS), an internship program which will provide motivated high school students - starting in Houston - a pathway to a degree and career in the hospitality industry with the financial support of Hilton Worldwide and Admiral Capital Group, and the educational and training support of the University of Houston's Hilton College and American Liberty Hospitality. The program, to be expanded locally and nationally in the future, is aligned with the mission of Admiral Capital Group, a national real estate investment fund co-founded by Robinson, which returns 10 percent of all profits back to the local communities in which it invests. Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-23334 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23204 A six-city tour of 'Regional Owners Connections' hosted by Hilton Worldwide ended in Toronto last week, the latest continuing education and networking event for executive Team Members, management company representatives and ownership groups. Taking part in these event were leaders from Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton, along with more than 1,200 owners and management company representatives as well as Hilton Worldwide representatives. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:12:00 GMT 704-23204 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23095 Hilton Worldwide announced that it has signed a management agreement for a 260-room new-build Hilton hotel in the Santa Fe area of Mexico City, Mexico. The hotel will form part of Samara - one of the five largest mixed-use complexes in the country, featuring more than 3.8 million square feet of space combining corporate offices, a shopping center and the upscale Hilton Santa Fe Mexico City. Currently under construction, Hilton Santa Fe Mexico City is expected to open in March 2014. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-23095 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23083 Hilton Worldwide today announced the launch of a new tour package in China - ‘FLAVORS OF CHINA’ - allowing tourists to effortlessly enjoy the endless experiences found throughout China. From the Forbidden City and the Terracotta Warriors to the Bund and Victoria Harbor, the ‘FLAVORS OF CHINA’ tour package is now available at Hilton HHonors hotels located across all of Greater China’s major tourist destinations. The ‘FLAVORS OF CHINA’ tour package is part of a series of promotions celebrating Hilton Worldwide’s 25th anniversary in China. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-23083 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22980 As cities from San Francisco and Toronto to London and Amsterdam prepare for the start of Pride season, Hilton Hotels & Resorts offers added value at more than 460 participating Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations properties in top gay travel destinations with its new ‘Stay Hilton. Go Out.' package. Travelers attending LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) events or planning their own vacations will enjoy complimentary high-speed Internet, a one-year digital subscription to OUT magazine, two welcome beverages* and late checkout, where and when available at value rates by booking the offer at www.hilton.com/GoOut. Available throughout 2013, the package continues the global LGBT traveler program by Hilton Worldwide's flagship brand. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:01:00 GMT 704-22980 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/23050 Hilton Worldwide today launched a campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan. As part of the celebrations, the leading global hospitality company has announced a series of promotions and sweepstakes that will be rolled out over the next 12 months, and unveiled its 50th Anniversary ambassador - renowned Japanese celebrity, Mr. Junichi Ishida. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-23050 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22924 Hilton Worldwide today marked its entry into the Burmese market with the signing of a management agreement with LP Holding Co., Ltd to manage Hilton Yangon in Kyauktada Township, Yangon, Myanmar. The first Hilton Worldwide property in Myanmar, the 300-room Hilton Yangon will also be the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts branded hotel and is scheduled to open in 2014. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:01:00 GMT 704-22924 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22779 Hilton Hotels & Resorts, a leader in family travel around the world, today launches Hilton Mom Voyage, www.HiltonMomVoyage.com, a dynamic family travel site featuring 14 moms and one dad who will engage with parents nationwide as they share insider travel content based on their own vacation experiences from the white sand beaches of Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta to the slopes of Whistler. The flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide conducted a nationwide search for family bloggers in 2012 while creating Hilton Mom Voyage as a key extension of its focus on both family travel and its Hilton Resorts collection of more than 75 resorts in the world's most desirable locations. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22779 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22722 At a time when more than 75 million young people can’t find jobs, and countless more are underemployed, investing in opportunities for youth is not only a critical development issue but also a growth strategy for businesses around the world. In response to this challenge, Hilton Worldwide will announce at the World Economic Forum a commissioned white paper from the International Youth Foundation (IYF) that highlights solutions to youth joblessness that the global hospitality sector is uniquely positioned to provide. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22722 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22720 Two hospitality giants – Hilton Worldwide and Marriott International – addressed global business and travel industry leaders today at the World Economic Forum in Davos to urge governments to move quickly to adopt “Smart Visa” policies which stimulate global travel, create new jobs and spur economic development. The two companies represent more than 7,000 hotels in 90 countries, which include 600,000 employees at these owned, managed and franchised properties. They are working together with the World Economic Forum Governors for the aviation, travel and tourism industry to promote global action toward “Smart Visa” policies regionally by 2015 and globally by 2020. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 05:01:00 GMT 704-22720 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22760 Hilton Worldwide has announced that twelve of its Team Members have received the 2012 CEO Light & Warmth Award, the company’s highest honor. This award was established to recognize exceptional Team Members who embody Hilton Worldwide’s Values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership and Now. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22760 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22741 Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson and Hilton Worldwide CEO Christopher Nassetta on the opportunity for growth in emerging markets. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22741 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22712 At a time when more than 75 million young people can’t find jobs, and countless more are underemployed, investing in opportunities for youth is not only a critical development issue but also a growth strategy for businesses around the world. In response to this challenge, Hilton Worldwide will announce at the World Economic Forum a commissioned white paper from the International Youth Foundation (IYF) that highlights solutions to youth joblessness that the global hospitality sector is uniquely positioned to provide. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22712 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22719 Hilton Worldwide continues to be the fastest growing global hospitality company by number of rooms. In 2012, it opened 171 hotels with more than 28,000 rooms and has the largest pipeline in the industry and in its history, including nearly 1,000 hotels with nearly 170,000 rooms. It also has more than 85,000 rooms under construction, which is more than half of its total pipeline and more than any other hospitality company. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22719 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22718 Whether you’re away for business or pleasure, don’t let traveling be an excuse to break your healthy New Year’s resolutions. Check out these tips from Jodi Sullivan, Hilton Worldwide’s senior director of global fitness, to help maintain your health wherever your travels may take you. Mon, 21 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22718 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22693 Hilton Worldwide and Sundance Institute announced today the winning documentaries of the second annual Hilton Worldwide LightStay Sustainability Award program. Selected by the Institute’s Documentary Film Program and Fund with Hilton Worldwide, the feature film Revolutionary Optimists will receive $22,500, as will the in-process category winner, Hungry; Studio H will receive $15,000 for honorable mention; and the short film Jungle Fish will receive $5,000. Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT 704-22693 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22600 DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of the newly renovated, upscale, full-service, 177-room The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton. The hotel is owned by Alamo Hotels, Inc. under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide. The hotel is managed by Westmont Hospitality Group. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT 704-22600 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22581 Hampton Hotels, the global brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its newest property, the 95-room Hampton Inn Limerick located at 430 Linfield Trappe Road. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT 704-22581 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22589 DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the opening of its fifth hotel in Turkey, in the Avcilar district of Istanbul. DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Avcilar is ideally located in the new trade and business center on the western side of Istanbul, within easy reach of the historic old town, Istanbul Ataturk Airport and the IFM Fair Centre & World Trade Centre. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT 704-22589 http://news.hiltonworldwide.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/22561 Hampton Hotels, the global brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its newest property, the 126-room Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Downtown located at 600 Glenwood Ave. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT 704-22561