Hilton Global Media Center Digest - September 30, 2013

News from Hilton Hotels & Resorts Hilton Global Media Center Digest - September 30, 2013 Check-In With Hilton Hotels & Resorts BRAND NEWS Herb N’ Kitchen Restaurant Makes Global Debut At New York Hilton Midtown Hilton Hotels & Resorts the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, today announced the launch of Herb N’ Kitchen, its new dining concept that infuses fresh, local gourmet food into an upscale restaurant and convenient culinary market. Now open inside New York Hilton Midtown, the largest hotel in Manhattan, the first Herb N’ Kitchen offers locals and travelers healthy fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner; and the choice of restaurant dining at their leisure, meals packaged to take away or in-room delivery for hotel guests. Read more. OPENINGS / RENOVATIONS NEWS Hilton Worldwide Opens Hilton Capital Grand Abu Dhabi Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the most recognised hospitality brand in the Middle East, today announced the opening of Hilton Capital Grand Abu Dhabi following a refurbishment and rebranding programme. The hotel joins the company’s burgeoning UAE portfolio and will add an additional 281 rooms to Hilton Worldwide’s growing 3000+ UAE room total. Read more. Hilton Tokyo Bay Reveals “Garden Of Light” Design Concept For Ballroom Renovation Hilton Tokyo Bay is set to redefine ballroom elegance following a comprehensive renovation. The new-look ‘Ambio’ ballroom, which takes its name from a combination of the words ‘Ambience’ and ‘Ambition,’ reflects distinctive interiors inspired by nature. Read more. Hilton Worldwide Opens Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok Hilton Worldwide today announced the opening of Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand. Located in the heart of prestigious Sukhumvit, one of Bangkok’s most central business and entertainment districts, Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok is the ninth Hilton Worldwide hotel in the country. Hilton Worldwide is also celebrating its 30th anniversary in Thailand and reiterated its commitment to growing its presence in the country. Read more. Hilton Worldwide Announces Entry Into Georgia With Double Signing Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of two management agreements which mark its entry into Georgia. Flagship brand Hilton Hotels & Resorts will debut in the coastal city of Batumi in summer 2014, whilst Georgian capital Tbilisi will be the location for a mid-market Hilton Garden Inn property in 2016. The two projects are entirely separate with different partners but jointly represent Hilton’s arrival into Georgia. Read more. Hilton Worldwide Expands Africa Portfolio Hilton Worldwide today signed an agreement with longstanding Nigeria business partner, Transcorp Hotels Ltd, to introduce a new Hilton Hotels & Resorts hotel to Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial and cultural heartland. Read more. FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Releases Private Label Microbrew, Netherland Plaza Ale In conjunction with Rivertown Brewing Company, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza is pleased to announce a new private label beer, Netherland Plaza Ale (NPA). This approachable pale ale is a session beer (4.8 percent alcohol) and features fresh hops picked in northern Cincinnati. NPA has a light amber color, a balanced malt and hop character and a clean finish.  Read more. Phoenix Resort Launches Urban Garden Culinary Experience for Families Food has always had a powerful way of bringing families together, and now families visiting Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix can enjoy a truly memorable private dining experience with the resort’s executive chef at his urban garden. Read more. PACKAGES / PROMOTIONS NEWS Win The Epic Whistler Heli-Skiing Experience At Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Come to Whistler in late November and early December and you will quickly find out what the locals already know - it should be considered peak season! The snow, the prices and the weather are welcoming, but yet the lift lines and crowds are non-existent. To add to the experience, guests now have a chance to win big just by booking with Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa. Read more. Festive Celebrations For All At London Hilton On Park Lane This Christmas party season, London Hilton on Park Lane has created packages to suit celebrations of all sizes. Crowned “Best Awards Venue 2013” at the Conference, Venue and Supplier Awards 2013, the hotel delivers tailored festivities across its 13 meetings and events spaces, including The Grand Ballroom, which is one of the largest in London. Read more. Royal Crown Derby Entertains At The Waldorf Hilton, London Royal Crown Derby Entertains has unveiled its fine bone china tableware for a traditional British afternoon tea offering at The Waldorf Hilton, London. Read more. HILTON RESORTS / LEISURE TRAVEL NEWS Iconic Cliffside Phoenix Resort Offers Affordable Warm Weather Getaway Travelers looking to escape the upcoming wrath of the cold winter months can soak up the Valley of the Sun this winter at an incredible value at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. Read more. SPA / WELLNESS / FITNESS NEWS eforea: spa at Hilton Introduces A New Premium Health, Spa And Fitness Memberships At Hilton Toronto Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa The first Canadian eforea: spa at Hilton in Toronto/Markham is introducing new premium spa and fitness memberships. The memberships offers the benefits of a private 30,000 sq. ft. health club at Club Markham featuring over 65 group fitness classes a week, indoor pool, squash courts, full amenities and unlimited towel service with a monthly spa treatment at eforea: spa at Hilton. Read more. COMMUNITY PROGRAMS / PHILANTHROPY NEWS Hilton Petaling Jaya Partners StART Society And Nick Vujicic To Inspire Underprivileged Children And Youths Hilton Petaling Jaya today announced that it is partnering with StART Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing children who are less fortunate the opportunity to develop their artistic skills, to host an inspirational talk by Nick Vujicic, renowned motivational speaker, on August 28, 2013. This talk is organized specifically for underprivileged children as well as the general public. Read more. Hilton Pattaya Supports Youth At The Youth Career Development Program In Partnership With UNICEF As Part Of Hotel’s Bright Blue Futures Initiative Hilton Pattaya recently participated in The Youth Career Development Program in partnership with UNICEF, which runs between April 25, 2013 and September 7, 2013 in a show of support to youths in Pattaya, Thailand. Read more. AWARDS / RECOGNITION NEWS Hilton London Canary Wharf Celebrates Tomorrow’s Travel Leaders Paul Middleton, sales manager, Hilton London Canary Wharf, has been invited to join Tomorrow’s Travel Leaders, a scheme launched by leading travel trade magazine, Travel Trade Gazette. This is the second year of the initiative, which shines a spotlight on the travel industry’s most inspiring young people who have made an outstanding contribution to their business. Read more. Contact Jacqueline Toppings Hilton Hotels & Resorts +1 703 883 5381 jacqueline.toppings@hilton.com     OPTIONS:   Subscribe  |  Unsubscribe  |  Archives  |  Trouble viewing this message?     Customer Support  |  Company News  |  Site Map  |  Site Usage Agreement  |  Privacy Policy     © 2013 Hilton Worldwide  |  Visit HILTON.com To Reserve A Room     Hilton Hotels & Resorts  |  7930 Jones Branch Drive  |  McLean, VA 22102