Carlson Hotels Newsroom

Carlson Completes Acquisition of Key Indian Partner

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson, a privately-owned, global hospitality and travel company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the majority interest in RHW Hotel Management Services Ltd (RHW). Pursuant to the announcement it had made on January 13, 2010, Carlson now owns 87% of RHW. RHW is a leading hotel management and consultancy services company in India that has successfully managed Carlson-branded hotels in the country since 1998.

Carlson Receives Responsible Business Award for Partnership Supporting Global Effort Aimed at Protecting Children from Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson, a global hospitality and travel company, has been recognized for supporting the efforts of a global network of organizations and people working together to eliminate the commercial sexual exploitation of children.

Carlson Hotels Achieves Key Milestones During First 100 Days of Ambition 2015 Growth Plan

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Hotels, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today reported on the significant progress made in the first 100 days of its long-term Ambition 2015 growth plan. Most notably, Carlson Hotels reported that investments committed to the Radisson strategy in North America already exceed USD 350 million. This includes the introduction of the upper upscale Radisson Blu international brand to the U.S. as well as property improvements to align the current U.S. portfolio with global upscale standards. Fifty percent of the existing U.S. Radisson portfolio has committed to the new standards, just 100 days after they were announced.

Carlson Hotels to Open 75 Properties in Asia Pacific by 2013 and Launch 18 New Hotels This Year

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Hotels, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced that it has signed agreements to open 75 Radisson®, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson^SM, Park Inn® and Park Plaza® hotels in the region by 2013.

Carlson Announces Landmark Park Plaza Airport Hotel in Chengdu

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Hotels, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of a landmark airport hotel in Chengdu, Sichuan province. The 254-room Park Plaza Chengdu South scheduled to open by the end of this year is ideally located just two kilometres or five minutes away from the Chengdu International Airport, central west China’s most important air hub.

Carlson Becomes Majority Shareholder of The Rezidor Hotel Group

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson, a privately held, global hospitality and travel company, announced today that the company has acquired additional shares of The Rezidor Hotel Group AB (REZT.SK), listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm. The acquisition brings Carlson’s total ownership of outstanding shares in Rezidor to 50.1%.

Park Plaza Hotels Acquires Leading Conference Hotel Near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

Park Plaza Hotels is pleased to announce that it has successfully acquired one of the largest conference hotels in the Netherlands, located near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

Formosa International Hotels Corporation to acquire Regent Luxury Hotel Business From Carlson and The Rezidor Hotel Group AB

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson, a privately-held, global hospitality and travel company, and publicly-held The Rezidor Hotel Group AB today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement with Formosa International Hotels Corporation (FIHC) under which FIHC will acquire the Regent luxury hotel business.

Renovation Park Plaza Vondelpark, Amsterdam Completed

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

After three months of renovation and restyling, Park Plaza Vondelpark, Amsterdam re-launched officially yesterday. The hotel was also awarded four star status by NHC (Dutch Hotel Classification). European design and art were the inspiration for this transformation, architects AbrahamsCrielaers stated this in the hotel’s interior with prominent showpieces and contemporary murals. Technology solutions such as WIFI and IP TV have been incorporated, but the highlight of the makeover is undoubtedly the brand new V Bar & Lounge.

Philip Silberstein Returns to Carlson Hotels as Executive Vice President of Full Service Development, The Americas

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

MINNEAPOLIS (April 7, 2010) – Carlson Hotels today announced that Philip Silberstein, a 16-year veteran of the company, has returned as executive vice president, Full Service Development, The Americas. Silberstein will oversee the growth of full-service franchise and management contracts in the Americas.  His primary focus will be on growth of the Radisson brand.

Carlson Hotels Announces the Winners of its Global Hospitality Awards

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Signs United Nations Global Compact Encouraging Sustainable, Socially Responsible Business Policies

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 09:00:00 EST

Carlson, a global hospitality and travel company with operations in more than 150 countries, today announced that Carlson President and Chief Executive Officer Hubert Joly has signed the United Nations Global Compact.

Park Plaza Hotels today opens its 7th art’otel in Europe, the art’otel cologne in Germany

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

Park Plaza Hotels, the dynamic operator and developer of lifestyle hotels in Europe, have announced the opening of the brand new art’otel cologne in Germany, its 7th art’otel to date.

Carlson Hotels Unveils Ambition 2015 Strategy

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 3, 2010) – At its Global Business Conference today, Carlson Hotels announced Ambition 2015, its global growth strategy. Through this strategy, the company wants to be known for its innovative and vibrant spirit reflected in the quality of its segment leading brands around the world. It aspires to be the number one hotel company to work for and to invest with.  It aims to expand its portfolio by at least 50 percent by 2015 to more than 1,500 hotels in operation.

Carlson Hotels Announces Award Nights For Less Points Worldwide For Members Of Its Goldpoints Plus Hotel Rewards Program

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

MINNEAPOLIS (Feb. 5, 2010) – Members of the Carlson Hotels goldpoints plus^SM hotel rewards program will benefit from two changes in 2010: decreased award point levels at many of our hotels worldwide and a simplified award structure.

Carlson Hotels Adds 92 Hotels to its Global Portfolio in 2009

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Hotels today announced year-end 2009 results, which include the addition of a total of 92 properties under its five brands worldwide during the year and systemwide sales of USD 5.8 billion. Carlson Hotels also signed 66 new properties adding to its contracted pipeline of 249 properties.

Carlson Hotels To Acquire Majority Stake in Key Indian Partner

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Hotels Worldwide, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced that it has signed an agreement to increase its stake in RHW Hotel Management Services Ltd (RHW) from 13% to 87%. RHW is the hotel management and consultancy services company which has successfully managed Carlson-branded hotels in India since 1998. Carlson is acquiring the shares from Umak Investment Company Private Limited. The remaining 13% is held by private investors. The transaction is subject to government approval.

Carlson Hotels to Triple Portfolio in India Within Three Years

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Carlson Hotels Worldwide, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today confirmed details of its expansion plans in India over the next three years.

Carlson Hotels Worldwide Recognized for Third Straight Year Among 50 Top Franchises for Minorities

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

For the third straight year, Carlson Hotels Worldwide has been recognized by the National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI) as one of the 50 Top Franchises for Minorities.

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London Redefines “Flexible” Meeting Space

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

When it opens early next year, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London will bring a whole new meaning to the word “flexible.”