Ritz-Carlton Makes Okinawan Debut, Reopens In Montreal
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has boosted its global presence with the commencement of operations for 2 luxury properties. The hospitality chain has opened the 97-room Ritz-Carlton Okinawa on the southern Japanese island, while celebrating the reopening of the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Montreal after a 4-year renovation. Ritz-Carlton Okinawa Affectionately known as “Gusuku” in the local … Read more
Doubletree By Hilton Enters Japan
Hilton Worldwide has opened the new Doubletree by Hilton Naha on the resort island of Okinawa. Situated directly opposite the Asahibashi Station of the Okinawa City Monorail, the 227-room hotel is minutes away from the city’s entertainment, shopping and tourism districts, with attractions such as the 14th Century Shuri Castle within easy reach. Guests … Read more
Palace Hotel Tokyo Reopens Following Rebuild
Palace Hotel Tokyo, one of the most prestigious hotels in the Japanese capital, has reopened following an extensive rebuild. Occupying the grounds of the former Hotel Teito and Palace Hotel in the vicinity of the Imperial Palace, the property has been redesigned by GA Design International’s Terry McGinnity to reflect Japanese serenity and refinement. Every guestroom and … Read more
Costa Atlantica To Cruise Asia In 2013
Italian cruise line Costa Cruises has announced it will raise capacity in Asia for the 2013 cruise season, sending the 85,700-GRT Costa Atlantica to the region. The 2,680-passenger ship joins the Costa Victoria, which is being deployed to the Far East this year together with the Costa Classica, to double the line’s offering as it … Read more
Hawaiian Airlines To Launch Sapporo Flights
Hawaiian Airlines has announced plans to begin flights to Sapporo, its fourth destination in Japan. Beginning 1 November 2012, the airline will connect Honolulu to Hokkaido’s largest city 3 times a week using a 2-class Boeing 767-300ER jet. Flight HA 441 will depart Honolulu International Airport at 1445 hrs every Tuesday, Thursday and Sarturday, … Read more
