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The Fullerton Hotel Sydney Debuts at No.1 Martin Place

SYDNEY, Oct. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 18, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney opens its doors in the heart of Sydney's bustling Central Business District. Housed in the iconic former General Post Office (GPO) building at No. 1 Martin Place, the luxury hotel breathes new life into the city's much-loved landmark. The opening marks the first international expansion of The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts, the brand central to the waterfront precinct of The Fullerton Heritage by Marina Bay in Singapore, which includes two award-winning hotels, namely The Fullerton Hotel Singapore and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore. The brand's vision for the 416-room The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is to deliver a unique, luxury hotel that is synonymous with warm hospitality and one-of-a-kind flair. "We encourage our guests to embark on memorable journeys that are deeper, more colourful and more rewarding when they stay in our one-of-a-kind, landmark luxury hotels with prime addresses that are destinations unto themselves," said Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale, General Manager of The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts. "We are excited to open The Fullerton Hotel Sydney in a landmark building that is steeped in character and history. It is our aim to provide hotel guests and visitors with heartfelt hospitality and memorable experiences, all while showcasing the beauty and heritage of the former Sydney GPO building to a wider audience both nationally and globally," added Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale. The Grand Dame restored to its former glory Committed to its role as custodians of heritage, The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts is renowned for its dedication to preserving buildings and their stories. This tradition will continue with The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, which shares a rich heritage with its sister hotel, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, also housed in a former GPO building. Known as the city's rendezvous location, where Sydneysiders dressed to the nines to meet beneath the GPO clock completed in the mid-20th century, the building commands a prominent social and physical position in the city. In present times, the landmark building remains in the heart of the city's action, surrounded by financial institutions, luxury retail and lifestyle boutiques as well as galleries. "We wish to recreate this rendezvous location in 2019 and beyond by encouraging hotel guests and visitors to step into the historic building, and to create and share their own stories of this much-loved landmark and national treasure, just as they do at its sister property, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore," said Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale. Phase one of the remediation and maintenance work on the building's Martin Place and George Street facade is now complete. This marks the conclusion of a broader programme to re-connect locals with the historic Sydney landmark. Stonemason and Artist, an expert team with a combined stonemasonry experience of 334 years, undertook a 38,000-hour laborious, chemical-free cleaning process to restore the building's facade to its former glory. "We are committed to conserving the Sydney GPO building for the enjoyment of generations to come; and the heritage façade remediation programme is just the first step in a multi-phase revitalisation programme to be continued following the opening," concluded Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale. Fullerton Experiences: complimentary heritage tours In addition to its extensive revitalisation programme, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney plans to shine a spotlight on the GPO building's unique stories through Fullerton Experiences, a bespoke programme featuring complimentary heritage tours and events for both hotel guests and members of the public. Hotel guests and the general public can explore the building's vibrant history, dating back to 1874 through complimentary heritage tours, which will be launched on 1 November 2019. Docents will share fascinating stories of those who have worked at the GPO building, which has connected Sydney to the wider world through letters, telegrams and the lively phone exchange. The 90-minute heritage tours will also showcase the intricate stonework and reveal little-known facts of bygone years, including the once controversial Pitt Street carvings that depict the city's early life and caused a public outcry upon their reveal. The carvings feature the Postmaster General flirtatiously delivering a letter to a barmaid, an astronomer marking Sydney's position on a globe, a young architect drafting a building, and a digger happily pointing to a chunk of quartz and gold. Exclusive tours for hotel guests will run on Fridays and Saturdays at 10a.m., while members of the public are invited to join the tours on Fridays and Saturdays at 11.45a.m. Each session can accommodate 15 guests to ensure a personalised experience and bookings are advised through the Hotel concierge or via fsy.enquiries@fullertonhotels.com. Cross-cultural cuisine The Fullerton Hotel Sydney will share more than its history as a former GPO building with its sister property The Fullerton Hotel Singapore; it will also feature authentic Southeast Asian cuisines alongside Modern Australian dishes in the new restaurant The Place. Located on level one of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, The Place is bathed in natural light through the magnificent glass atrium. Guests can wine and dine and enjoy the elevated views within the six-storey atrium that overlooks the former GPO courtyard. The sophisticated atmosphere is complemented by an open kitchen and lofty perch. Modern Australian dishes including pan-fried red emperor and braised wagyu short rib are married with signature Southeast Asian dishes such as the not-to-miss Singaporean chicken rice, chicken curry, seafood laksa, satay and many more. Another Fullerton tradition that will take up permanent residency at The Bar is the Signature Afternoon Tea. The menu delivers on delectable savoury options including Lobster Cornet a l'Oriental, duck rillettes in sesame bun and smoked salmon mille-feuille with caviar. Satisfy the sweet tooth with dessert choices including chocolate moelleux, pecan maple tart or a pandan lamington. A selection of scones and an extensive TWG tea menu will also be featured. Diners or visitors seeking a tipple can choose between a Singapore Sling or the new signature, Sydney Sling, each featuring unique flavours from the respective cities. The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts Supports the Community The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts' commitment to the community is core to its DNA. In keeping with the brand's ethos to engage actively with the communities where it operates, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney has pledged AUD$200,000 to The Girls and Boys Brigade, an inner-city children's charity focused on providing early intervention and life education through activities and practical support for children, youth and their families in need. The two-year partnership includes financial support in a number of projects including: basement upgrade in The Girls and Boys Brigade's current facility to create a multi-faceted space that will improve both physical and mental health for beneficiaries, and workshops conducted by staff of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney to train youths in hospitality skillsets, with internship opportunities available. The Fullerton Touch While there has been significant attention paid to the exterior of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, once inside, guests will enjoy the premium amenities you would expect in a luxurious setting. Guest rooms will feature signature Fullerton touches including Harman Kardon Bluetooth speakers, Nespresso machines with pods, Singaporean TWG teas, and an extensive and indulgent pillow menu to assist with a good night's sleep. At the touch of a button on a tablet that houses an interactive Tapendium Digital Concierge Solution, guests can browse and request the hotel's services directly, including ordering a customised Fullerton burger from the in-room dining menu. Custom-made Atkinson amenities have been introduced in standard room categories, with exclusive Balmain amenities making a debut in club rooms and suites. To commemorate the opening of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney each guest room will include limited edition souvenirs; a complimentary postcard and Fullerton stamps - inviting hotel guests to pen a note to their loved ones and post it from the former GPO itself. Opening special offer To celebrate the opening, guests booking a stay at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, a Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection partner, will enjoy special launch benefits including an AUD$50 dining credit and triple points from the I Prefer Hotel Rewards programme. The offer is valid from 18 October 2019 to 17 March 2020 and reservations can be made via www.fullertonhotels.com. Rooms are available from AUD$380 per night, inclusive of taxes. For images see here About The Fullerton Hotel Sydney The Fullerton Hotel Sydney (opened in 2019), situated in the city's iconic former General Post Office (GPO) building at No. 1 Martin Place, marks The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts' first international expansion. The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts currently owns and operates two award-winning hotels in Singapore, namely The Fullerton Hotel Singapore (opened in 2001) and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore (opened in 2010). Both hotels anchor the historic and cultural The Fullerton Heritage precinct, located in Marina Bay, the heart of Singapore's city centre. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is a sister hotel to The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, which shares a similar rich history as a former GPO. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is a luxury hotel in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District that showcases the beauty and heritage of the original building to a wider audience, both nationally and globally. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is a Preferred Hotels & Resorts partner and part of the Legend Collection. To learn more, visit: www.fullertonhotels.com About Preferred Hotels & Resorts Preferred Hotels & Resorts℠ is the world's largest independent hotel brand, representing more than 750 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 85 countries. Through its five global collections, Preferred Hotels & Resorts connects discerning travelers to the singular luxury hospitality experience that meets their life and style preferences for each occasion. Every property within the portfolio maintains the high-quality standards and unparalleled service levels required by the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Integrated Quality Assurance Program. The I Prefer™ Hotel Rewards program, Preferred Residences℠, Preferred Family℠, Preferred Pride℠, and Preferred Golf™ offer valuable benefits for travelers seeking a unique experience. For more information, visit PreferredHotels.comRelated Links :http://www.fullertonhotels.com

Far East Hospitality Rethinks Luxury With the Launch of The Clan Hotel

Slated to launch in Q2 2020, The Clan Hotel's first property in Singapore is a modern luxury hotel with a nostalgic story to tellSINGAPORE, Oct. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Far East Hospitality, Singapore's leading operator of hotels and serviced residences, today held a press conference at ITB Asia 2019, where Mr Arthur Kiong, Chief Executive Officer, Far East Hospitality, introduced upcoming modern luxury hotel -- The Clan Hotel Singapore. The latest brand to be added to Far East Hospitality's portfolio, The Clan Hotel anchors the group's vision in rethinking what luxury means for a new generation of travelers. For the full multimedia release, click here: https://www.prnasia.com/mnr/feh_201910.shtml Travellers aged between 25 and 44 years old make up an average 41% of international visitor arrivals recorded over the last 6 months[1]. This is an up-and-coming generation with 57%[2] placing travelling and seeing the world at the top of their list of aspirations. "Discerning and savvy, they are willing to pay reasonably more to enjoy unique or memorable experiences. This new generation of travellers defines luxury beyond the traditional sense," said Mr Kiong. Artist’s Impression of The Clan Hotel Singapore He added, "To meet the growing momentum of experience-driven travel, we challenged ourselves to introduce a new perspective on luxury with The Clan Hotel. Through carefully curated touchpoints, we want to connect more travellers to unique experiences that deliver both a deeper cultural connection and a strong sense of place -- staying true to our customer-centric approach of Singapore-inspired hospitality." The Clan Hotel Singapore: A modern luxury hotel with a nostalgic story to tell Slated to open in Q2 2020, The Clan Hotel Singapore is the first property to launch under the new brand. View of The Clan Hotel from Club Street at Blue Hour by Jeryl Tan A modern luxury hotel, The Clan Hotel Singapore draws inspiration from a bygone era and the pioneering spirit of hope, aspiration and comradeship that prevailed and built this nation. Every aspect of the hotel is designed with authentic touches to evoke a sense of kinship and community -- where guests are treated as insiders, and part of a club with like-minded people. The 324-room property has an inventory comprising four room types: Superior Room, Deluxe Room, as well as the Premier and Grand Premier Room, which are part of the hotel's MASTER Series rooms that offer highly customised services to inspire a sense of belonging at every step of the guest's travel journey. These include immediate room check-in services at the airport with limousine transfer or luggage forwarding, a welcome tea ceremony serving Chinese tea and traditional snacks, and turndown services with blooming flower tea and essential oil rollers. Streetside Barber at Telok Ayer Against The Clan Hotel Singapore by Aik Beng Chia The hotel is sited at the crossroads of culture and commerce, and only minutes away from commercial buildings in Raffles Place, Collyer Quay and One Fullerton; heritage streets around Far East Square, Telok Ayer Street, Amoy Street, Club Street, Ann Siang Hill, Lau Pa Sat and Chinatown; as well as uniquely Singaporean sights such as the Marina Bay and Gardens by the Bay. The Clan Keeper Collective Further establishing itself as a conduit between guests and the community within its vicinity, Mr Kiong also introduced today - The Clan Keeper Collective, a network of keepers and creators of culture, tradition and craft in Singapore. Artist's Impression of the The Clan Hotel Singapore Lounge To bring to life the best of local experiences for its guests, The Clan Hotel Singapore will be collaborating with these artists to create authentic touchpoints that represent Singapore-inspired hospitality. These include customised in-room dining experiences, personalised precinct tours, photo walks, and food tours, as well as shoe-shining services. These collaborations are set to be unveiled over the course of next year. For more information on The Clan Hotel Singapore, please visit www.theclanhotel.com.sg, @TheClanHotel on Instagram and The Clan Hotel on Facebook. You may download further press materials including the hotel fact sheet and artist's impressions at: http://po.st/FEHTheClanHotel About Far East Hospitality Far East Hospitality Holdings Pte Ltd (Far East Hospitality) is an international hospitality owner and operator with a diverse portfolio of 9 unique and complementary brands of hotels, serviced residences and apartment hotels, including Oasia, Quincy, Rendezvous, Village, Far East Collection, Adina Hotels, Vibe Hotels, Travelodge Hotels and TFE Hotels Collection. Far East Hospitality owns more than 10 hospitality assets and operates a combined portfolio of more than 15,500 rooms under its management across over 95 hotels and serviced residences in seven countries - Australia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Malaysia, New Zealand and Singapore, with more in its development pipeline. Far East Hospitality is a 70-30 joint venture formed in 2013 between Far East Orchard Limited (a listed company under Far East Organization) and The Straits Trading Company Limited. In the same year, Far East Hospitality, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Far East Hospitality Investments (Australia) Pte Ltd, completed a 50-50 joint venture with Australia's Toga Group to form Toga Far East Hotels (TFE Hotels). For more information, visit www.StayFarEast.com For media enquiries, please contact: Dawn Teo Red Havas dawn.teo@havas.comM +65-9623-0369 Nicole Tan Red Havas nicole.tan@havas.com M +65-9615-0920 Ernawati Setijo Far East Hospitality Management ernawati@fareast.com.sgD +65-6830-6652 M +65-9681-1169 [1] http://www.tablebuilder.singstat.gov.sg/publicfacing/createDataTable.action?refId=14700 [2] https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/topics/talent/deloitte-millennial-survey.html Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2612720-1-a?lang=0 Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2612720-1-b?lang=0 Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2612720-1-c?lang=0 Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2612720-1-d?lang=0 Related Links :http://www.stayfareast.com

The press conference of FIA Asia-Pacific Rally Championship and International Music Festival held

At the end of this month, two top events will be held together in Longyou, Zhejiang province, ChinaLONGYOU, China, Oct. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 15, the Longyou County Information Office held a press conference in Longyou county, Zhejiang province, China, informing the preparations for FIA Asia-Pacific Rally Championship in 2019 and the 2019 Longyou Grottoes International Music Festival. The press conference of FIA Asia-Pacific Rally Championship and International Music Festival As an important international sports event in Zhejiang, China, the Rally Championship has successfully held 14 years of national competition and 11 years of FIA Asia-Pacific Rally Championship since its establishment in Longyou in 2003. Becoming the county which has organized the largest number of individual competitions, Longyou has standardized the rally and attracted many fans through its special raceway. The 2019 Rally Championship will be held from October 25 to 27. It is approved by the FIA and the General Administration of Sports of China, and will be hosted by CAMF and Sport Bureau of Zhejiang Province. Also, it is organized by Longyou county People's government and co-organized by the Royal Birmingham Conservatory of Music, Shanghai Conservatory of Music, and Zhejiang Conservatory of Music. The main events include the opening ceremony, closing ceremony, super short track, 6 road-races, the award ceremony, and car pick-up ceremony. Different from previous competitions, this year, the rules of the game have been changed from the original points system to a final qualifying system. As the final station of the Rally Championship in 2019, Longyou will attract 31 outstanding racing teams from Australia, Britain, India, Sweden, New Zealand, Japan, Malaysia and other countries as well as domestic rally drivers, making the event an intense competition. The international music festival will be held in the Longyou Grottoes, a National 4A Level Scenic Spot. Hosted by Zhejiang Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, Quzhou Municipal People's Government and Longyou County People's Government, the event will be organized by Quzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism and Longyou County. As the first of its kind in Longyou, the International music event will invite CCRMA of Stanford University for professional guidance and dozens of leading musicians in the electronic music industry from Russia, the US, Germany, the UK, Ukraine, Norway, and Austria to compete in the event. From October 24 to 27, 15 performances will be presented at the Grottoes. Cave No. 2 with a theme of "Sound of the Holy Land", features a feast of dreamlike sanctuary by combining grotto structures and sound science; the cave No.4 is characterized by "Sound Building Totem", using holographic imaging technology to provide an immersive experience in a special sound environment. On October 25, an academic forum will be held in Guanghe Radisson, Manlong mountain sports town. Experts from over 10 countries on 4 continents will discuss the acoustic value of the fusion of ancient grottoes and young electronic music. On October 27, a closing ceremony will be held with a music feast presented by international and domestic professional bands. The event highlights a unique acoustic environment and large immersive matrix sound system, aiming to renew the historical and cultural value as well as the artistic charm of the underground space of the Longyou Grottoes throughout the millennium with the help of high-tech teams and high-quality music works. There will also be the first "Longyou Flavor" Automobile Food Festival and Rural Tourism Fair, including Longyou cultural and leisure product display, food tasting, interactive games, and public benefit activities. In recent years, Longyou has been committed to establishing itself as a new pearl in West Zhejiang. Exploring its culture and tourism resources, the area builds various special towns and hosted different contests like dragon boat championship, fishing competition, mind sports games. The local economy and residents' living standards have both been increased. And these two top-level events are Longyou's new attempt to combine culture, tourism and sports, to refine the new cultural values of ancient grottoes and create new elements of motorsport. In the following years, Longyou is expected to witness more fans and music enthusiasts from home and abroad for its events and activities, which will fascinate the masses and enhance the popularity and reputation of the area. View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-press-conference-of-fia-asia-pacific-rally-championship-and-international-music-festival-held-300940375.html

Mandarin Orchard Singapore named Best Upscale Hotel-Asia Pacific at the Travel Weekly Asia 2019 Readers' Choice Awards

SINGAPORE, Oct. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian hospitality icon Mandarin Orchard Singapore scored its third consecutive win as the Best Upscale Hotel-Asia Pacific at the Travel Weekly Asia 2019 Readers' Choice Awards. Mr Tan Kim Seng, Chief Operating Officer, Meritus Hotels & Resorts, receiving the Best Upscale Hotel-Asia Pacific award from Ms Irene Chua, Vice President, Asia, Northstar Travel Group Recognising the most influential and representative ranking of travel suppliers in Asia Pacific, the fifth edition of the annual Travel Weekly Readers' Choice Awards saw a total of 55 awards presented across 10 categories -- Airline, Cruise, Car Rental, Destination, Hotel, Resort, Serviced Residence, Travel Agent, Travel Technology, and Tourism Experience. In the "Best Upscale Hotel–Asia Pacific" category, award entrants were judged based on their ability to offer upscale amenities, full-service accommodations, and the highest level of personalised service. Organised by Travel Weekly Asia, Asia's leading travel trade publication, this year's awards gala was held at Mandarin Orchard Singapore's newly refurbished Grand Mandarin Ballroom. The hotel's award-winning culinary team showcased a specially curated menu to some 170 guests comprising leaders in the travel trade industry across the Asia Pacific region. "We are deeply grateful to be recognised alongside the best in the industry," shares Mr. Tan Kim Seng, Chief Operating Officer, Meritus Hotels & Resorts. "It is indeed such an honour that almost 50 years on, Mandarin Orchard Singapore continues to be celebrated for the Asian hospitality icon it has always been. We are committed to preserving our heritage of excellence, while also innovating the brand experience we deliver." In the works at Mandarin Orchard Singapore is the rollout of a series of product and service upgrades designed to elevate the customer journey. As part of ongoing efforts to keep evolving with today's increasingly technology-enabled travel landscape, the hotel is slated to introduce smart robots that deliver housekeeping amenities and luggage directly to guest rooms; self-check-in kiosks at the lobby for ease of check-in during peak hours; as well as smart guest rooms that offer convenient functionalities from a single control panel. Standing tall on world-renowned Orchard Road, Mandarin Orchard Singapore offers 1,077 spacious guest rooms with views of the surrounding city skyline; over 30,000 sq ft of versatile function spaces; and bespoke services at the exclusive Meritus Club Lounge at Top of the M. Leading its stellar line-up of restaurants are Chatterbox -- home of the legendary Mandarin Chicken Rice, and Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro -- the highest Michelin-rated Chinese restaurant in Singapore since 2016. For more information on Mandarin Orchard Singapore, visit www.meritushotels.com/orchard. -END- Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2612931-1?lang=0 Related Links :http://www.meritushotels.com/orchard

Amadeus appoints Maria Taylor to lead hospitality business in key Asia Pacific markets

HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Amadeus has appointed Maria Taylor as Head of Commercial, Asia-Pacific for the Hospitality business unit excluding the Indian subcontinent and China. Maria was previously responsible for Asia-Pacific sales at TravelClick, which Amadeus acquired in October 2018. In this role, Maria supervised the expansion of the in-region team to more than 100 employees and opened new sales territories in the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia and New Zealand. Her vast industry experience will be vital to the Hospitality division as it continues to expand in the region. With more than 19 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Maria is an expert in understanding the needs of hoteliers and guiding them in the process of selecting technology solutions to delight guests, engage employees, manage costs, and boost revenue. Maria will work closely with Amadeus customers to forge strategic partnerships, lead commercial activity to ensure retention, and drive new business opportunities. Based in Asia-Pacific for 14 years, Maria has previously held leadership roles with Accor Hotels & Resorts and Meritus Hotels & Resorts. During her time in the region, Maria has built strong relationships with executives at numerous hotel and hospitality brands. Jan Tissera, Head of International, for the Hospitality business unit says of her appointment, "With two decades of experience in travel and tourism across the region, she is highly regarded for her expertise in revenue management, distribution, global reservations, and e-commerce. Her industry relationships and expertise, combined with her knowledge of what drives the consumer to purchase travel will help us accelerate the growth of our Hospitality business and realize the numerous opportunities we see in the region." Maria adds of her new role, "I'm delighted to have the opportunity to use my passion for tourism and my understanding of technology to help hospitality organizations grow their business in the Asia-Pacific market. The industry is in the midst of massive change thanks to digital transformation, technology evolution, and increasing traveler expectations. That's why I'm excited to be at Amadeus, where we have both the people and the technology to help hoteliers rise to the challenge of delivering a great experience for their guests." Maria's contribution to the industry has landed her numerous speaking engagements at industry events and prestigious citations that include Sales Person of the Year 2011 by Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Singapore; Accor 2005 - Excellence in Financial Performance; and Hospitality IT Person of the Year 2000 by International Hotel Technologies Australia. She will be based in Singapore and will report into Jan Tissera. Notes to the editors: About Amadeus Travel powers progress. Amadeus powers travel. Amadeus' solutions connect travelers to the journeys they want through travel agents, search engines, tour operators, airlines, airports, hotels, cars and railways. We have developed our technology in partnership with the travel industry for over 30 years. We combine a deep understanding of how people travel with the ability to design and deliver the most complex, trusted, critical systems our customers need. We help connect over 1.6 billion people a year to local travel providers in over 190 countries. We are one company, with 19,000 employees across 70 offices. We have a global mindset and a local presence wherever our customers need us. Our purpose is to shape the future of travel. We are passionate in our pursuit of better technology that makes better journeys. Amadeus is an IBEX 35 company, listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange under AMS.MC. To find out more about Amadeus, visit www.amadeus.com. Related Links :http://www.amadeus.com

Artprice by Art Market: Will the Paris FIAC Be Able to Live Up to the Success of Frieze London?

PARIS, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- These days, you are unlikely to bump into the new Giacometti or Picasso on the streets of Montmartre or Montparnasse. If you're into visual arts, your best bet is to hit the Marais district and check out the galleries. At Emmanuel Perrotin's on rue de Turenne, you'll find works by the American Josh Sperling, the Korean Park Seo-Bo and the Mexican Gabriel de La Morta... while David Zwirner's new space in the rue Vieille-du-Temple exhibits the creations of American artist Raymond Pettibon, his first solo show in the French capital since 1995. Fine art auction results in Paris Better still, head to the Grand Palais this week, which is hosting the core of Paris's International Contemporary Art Fair (the FIAC) until Sunday. Three weeks after the Frieze and the Frieze Masters in London, the FIAC puts Paris at the center of the Art Market with "197 galleries from 29 countries". The FIAC also hosts France's biggest artistic prize, the Marcel Duchamp prize, this year awarded to Eric Baudelaire, and the fair is now followed by several new Parisian art fairs (Asia Now, Art Elysées, etc.). But is that enough? thierry Ehrmann, founder/CEO of ArtMarket.com and its Artprice department: "In Paris, Contemporary Art has accounted for 8% of fine art sales at auction for several years. In London the equivalent proportion is 20% and the UK capital's total turnover on Contemporary Art is four times higher than that of Paris. The best-performing Contemporary French artist on the auction market, Robert Combas, ranks only 50th in our 2019 Contemporary Art Market Report behind 16 American artists, 11 Chinese, 9 English, 5 German, etc. The French Art Market has not yet understood that Contemporary Art is the real driving force of the Art Market. The French capital clearly suffers from a sort of faddish institutionalised risk aversion that affects its museum programming, its public spaces and its auctions, giving preference to better-known and more consensual works. Fine art auction results in Paris [https://imgpublic.artprice.com/img/wp/sites/11/2019/10/fiac-paris.png] Parisian museums clearly prefer the great Old Masters and the Modern avant-garde. Just look at the shows currently available: El Greco and Toulouse-Lautrec at the Grand Palais; Francis Bacon at the Pompidou Center; Hans Hartung at the Museum of Modern Art... and of course, the blockbuster "Leonardo da Vinci" show at the Louvre, as of 24 October. Meanwhile, in London during the Frieze week, the Tate Modern hosted a massive fountain by the African-American artist Kara Walker in its huge entrance hall… a work that openly criticises British colonialism, funded by the Hyundai Commission. Apart from Paul Gauguin at the National Gallery, the museum programme in the British capital is dominated by Contemporary Art, with Olafur Eliasson at the Tate Modern and Antony Gormley at the Royal Academy. London embraces Contemporary creation and plays the Art Market game without complex, especially vis-à-vis corporate patronage. Paris, in contrast, seems timid, often choosing to turn towards its glorious past when it attracted the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo Picasso, Zao Wou-Ki, etc. In short, France seems to distrust Contemporary Art: this past year, we have had another good example of this with several of the country's prominent intellectuals expressing their distaste at the arrival of Jeff Koons' Tulips... "Eleven colored anuses mounted on rods!" (according to Yves Michaux in l'Obs, 5 October 2019). The difference between Paris and London is also reflected in the two capitals' auction rooms. During the Frieze, Christie's and Sotheby's each hosted three sales of Contemporary & Post-War Art in London whereas in Paris, during the FIAC, the two major Anglo-Saxon auction houses will be hosting sessions of Impressionist & Modern Art. Top 5 auction results in London during Frieze (prices incl. fees): Jean-Michel Basquiat – Pyro (1984) – $12.2 million, Sotheby's Banksy – Devolved Parliament (2009) – $12.2 million, Sotheby's Jean-Michel Basquiat – Four Big (1982) – $10.6 million, Christie's Gerhard Richter – Abstracktes Bild (1984) – $8.6 million, Christie's Sigmar Polke – Alpenveilchen / Flowers (1967) – $7 million, Christie's Top 5 works available in Paris during the FIAC (estimates): Nicolas de Stael – Parc des Princes (1952) – [$20 – 27 million] – 17 Oct. Christie's Pablo Picasso – Mousquetaire. Buste (1967) – [$3.5 – 5.5 million] – 17 Oct. Christie's Marc Chargall – Le cirque mauve (1966) [$3.3 – 5.5 million] – 16 Oct. Sotheby's Pierre Soulages – Peinture 263 x 181cm, 29 Dec. 2007 – [$1.6 – 2.7 million] – 17 Oct. Christie's Francis Picabia – Médéa (c.1929) – [$1.6 – 2.2 million] – 16 Oct. Sotheby's France remains an extraordinary "attic" for old masterpieces, as we have seen with the recent discovery in Dijon of a Christ Mocked by Cimabue (late 13th century). This exceptionally rare small painting will be offered for sale on 27 October 2019 by the Acteon Auction House in Senlis (near Paris) with an estimated value of $4.4 – 6.6 million. However, even in that department, London has no reason to envy Paris. At the Frieze Masters, Trinity Fine Arts was offering a portrait of Michele Marullo Tarchaniota attributed to none other than Botticelli... for $30 million. Copyright 1987-2019 thierry Ehrmann www.artprice.com - www.artmarket.com About Artmarket: Artmarket.com is listed on Eurolist by Euronext Paris, SRD long only and Euroclear: 7478 - Bloomberg: PRC - Reuters: ARTF. Discover Artmarket and its Artprice department on video: https://en.artprice.com/video Artmarket and its Artprice department was founded in 1997 by its CEO, thierry Ehrmann. Artmarket and its Artprice department is controlled by Groupe Serveur, created in 1987. See certified biography in Who's who ©: https://imgpublic.artprice.com/img/wp/sites/11/2019/10/biographie_oct2019_WhosWho_thierryEhrmann.pdf Artmarket is a global player in the Art Market with, among other structures, its Artprice department, world leader in the accumulation, management and exploitation of historical and current art market information in databanks containing over 30 million indices and auction results, covering more than 700,000 artists. Artprice Images® allows unlimited access to the largest Art Market image bank in the world: no less than 180 million digital images of photographs or engraved reproductions of artworks from 1700 to the present day, commented by our art historians. Artmarket with its Artprice department accumulates data on a permanent basis from 6300 Auction Houses and produces key Art Market information for the main press and media agencies (7,200 publications). Its 4.5 million 'members log in' users have access to ads posted by other members, a network that today represents the leading Global Standardized Marketplace® to buy and sell artworks at a fixed or bid price (auctions regulated by paragraphs 2 and 3 of Article L 321.3 of France's Commercial Code). Artmarket with its Artprice department, has been awarded the State label "Innovative Company" by the Public Investment Bank (BPI) (for the second time in November 2018 for a new period of 3 years) which is supporting the company in its project to consolidate its position as a global player in the market art. Artprice by Artmarket's 2018 Global Art Market Report published in March 2019: https://fr.artprice.com/artprice-reports/le-marche-de-lart-en-2018 Index of press releases posted by Artmarket with its Artprice department: http://serveur.serveur.com/press_release/pressreleasefr.htm Follow all the Art Market news in real time with Artmarket and its Artprice department on Facebook and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/artpricedotcom (4.5 million followers) https://twitter.com/artmarketdotcom https://twitter.com/artpricedotcom Discover the alchemy and universe of Artmarket and its artprice department http: //web.artprice.com/video headquartered at the famous Organe Contemporary Art Museum "The Abode of Chaos" (dixit The New York Times): https://issuu.com/demeureduchaos/docs/demeureduchaos-abodeofchaos-opus-ix-1999-2013 https://www.facebook.com/la.demeure.du.chaos.theabodeofchaos999 (4 million followers) https://vimeo.com/124643720 https://www.facebook.com/the.demeure.du.chaos.theabodeofchaos999 Contact Artmarket.com and its Artprice departmentContact: thierry Ehrmann, ir@artmarket.com Related Links :www.artprice.comhttps://www.artprice.com

The 29th Hotel Plus - HDE to be Held in Shanghai from 27 to 29 April 2020

The 29th edition of Hotel Plus - HDE, a 3-day-long event comprising expo, forum, award ceremony and gala dinner, will be held at Shanghai New International Expo Centre in April 2020. The show will expand the section of commercial property, while greater focus will be given to hospitality design, hotel supplies and smart hotel technology.SHANGHAI, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotel Plus - HDE, organized by UBM Sinoexpo, the largest hotel show in Asia, returns 27th to 29th April 2020 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Hotel Plus - HDE will be featuring an expo bringing all leading hotel suppliers from China and beyond under one roof, forum discussing the challenging issues hoteliers, developers and designers are facing, award recognizing talents and companies who have contributed to the hospitality industry. The 29th edition of Shanghai International Hospitality Design & Supplies Expo (Hotel Plus - HDE) will be held 27th - 29th April, 2020 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Mark Lu, Executive Deputy General Manager, Sinoexpo Informa Markets, shared, "Hotel Plus is the comprehensive trade show for hospitality and commercial sectors. It integrates 6 sub-shows involving the fields of building materials, engineering design, hotel furniture, hotel supplies, cleaning equipment, vending machines and franchise chain." Hotel Plus is a mega event providing total solution for hotels and commercial space. The last edition of Hotel Plus in 2019 witnessed the presence of 3,000+ exhibitors showcasing their products and services to 147,166 visitors from 105 countries and regions. As the most important part of Hotel Plus, HDE offers the latest building and interior design materials, high quality hotel textiles and amenities, as well as innovative operation management solutions. China International Building and Interior Design Forum is the stage for developers, architects and interior designers to share their story and experience on exciting projects. Mockup Room Show presented by hotel management groups and design firms exhibiting newly-launched hotel brands and inspiring design concepts. Hotel Plus - HDE 2019 Entrance Hall As added attractions to the upcoming edition, the show will expand the section of commercial property, which will provide an access for small and medium business to the booming commercial real estate market in China. New exhibits will include shopping centre, commercial art display, office furniture, smart building, signage and display system, and IP Licensing. Decision makers from leading property developers and management companies will gather together at Shanghai International Shopping Mall Development Forum talking about planning strategies, operation issues and market trends. On the prospect of Hotel Plus 2020, Mark added, "The number of commercial space projects in China in the pipeline keeps increasing. And many old projects need to be renovated which means there is great potential. Next year we will collaborate with China Commerce Association for General Merchandise to expand commercial design sector, and enrich buyer resource especially department stores and shopping malls." Hotel Plus- HDE 2020 website and online pre-registration is open at www.hdeexpo.com. For event news and updates, follow Hotel Plus – HDE on Twitter @HDE_Event, Facebook @Hotel Plus – HDE, and LinkedIn @Hotel Plus - HDE. About Hotel Plus – HDE Shanghai International Hospitality Design & Supplies Expo (HDE), as the most important part of Hotel Plus, is a one-stop sourcing platform for hotels, restaurants, clubs, retail shops, shopping malls and other commercial properties. It is derived from Expo Build China and integrated with Hotelex Phase II which has more than 20 years history. Exhibit ranges from building & decoration, engineering & design, interior design, lighting & intelligence, smart hotel, fitness & leisure, hotel furnishing, hotel supplies, hotel investment & franchise. The next edition will be held from 27-29 April, 2020 at SNIEC. Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2611099-1-a?lang=0Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2611099-1-b?lang=0 Related Links :http://www.hdeexpo.com

Pictures wanted for making official postcards of west China's tourism hub Chongqing

CHONGQING, China, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- As a land of natural beauty and a city with cultural appeal, west China's Chongqing Municipality attracts swaths of tourists thanks to its magical terrain and mountainous landscape. The local branch of the China Post Group Corporation held a press conference on October 16, announcing a competition to collect image ideas from around the world for making Chongqing-themed postcards. In addition to the prize money, the selected works from the contestants will be produced and distributed by the company as postal cards. The collections cover four themes, seeking pictures that record and show Chongqing's rapid economic development and urban construction, the unique cultural resources, outstanding and humorous aspects of the city, its enchanting natural landscape as well as the vigorous charm of the young municipality's performance in the past 22 years. Chongqing is a famous cultural city with a history of more than 3,000 years. It's an important strategic fulcrum for the development of China's western region, and located at the junction of the Belt and Road and the Yangtze River Economic Belt. Chongqing was named the fastest-growing global tourism city during the 2007-2017 period by the City Travel & Tourism Impact 2018 report released by the World Travel&Tourism Council. In 2019, Chongqing won the Coral Award of Asian Tourism 2019 and was rated as one of the top ten most popular travel destinations. The submission deadline is November 24. Participants can learn more about related details via the Xinhua News Agency's mobile app or submit their contributions via email (Address: interestingcq@163.com). View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/pictures-wanted-for-making-official-postcards-of-west-chinas-tourism-hub-chongqing-300938578.html

Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing awarded "Luxury Art Hotel" of the Year at the 2019 World Luxury Hotel Awards: 13th Gala Ceremony

BEIJING, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The winners of the annual World Luxury Hotel Awards were announced on 12th October 2019 in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland. This was the thirteenth event of its kind and more than 300 guests flew in from around the world to celebrate their awards. This year's "Luxury Art Hotel" of the Year award went to Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing. The World Luxury Hotel Awards recognize establishments for world-class service excellence. Awards are presented on a country, regional, continent and global basis. Winners are selected by public vote online, providing true recognition that reflects the hard work and dedication exhibited by staff. Master of Ceremony Maija Ilmoniemi skilfully guided proceedings and entertained guests, who also enjoyed a taste of quintessential Finnish hospitality. SantaPark is the home cavern of Santa Clause descending 50 meters below the Arctic Circle. The menu was planned according to the sustainable values of Arctic TreeHouse Hotel; the gala experience included locally produced culinary delights such as reindeer and pike perch and guests also had the privilege of enjoying true Lappish entertainment throughout the evening. Tuuletar, an accapella band performed mystic singing stories which allowed guests to experience diverse elements of the Lappish culture. Rakas restaurant at Arctic Treehouse Hotel provided the ideal ambience for the after party to end the evening, resulting in an experience of a lifetime. In his speech to welcome guests, Executive Director of Business Finland and Head of Visit Finland, Paavo Virkkunen said, "Luxury travel is moving in the direction of genuine, high-quality experiences, where the value of globally rare things like clear air, clean water - and sustainable and responsible use of these commodities - form the fundament of local services, activities and cuisine. Personalized service, design and organic raw materials, caring attitude and safe activities - even in extreme nature conditions - that leave permanent memories. These are the ingredients of Finnish luxury that spreads happiness to our global guests". "We congratulate this year's winners. True luxury is not easily attained. It takes highly efficient and dedicated staff who are willing to go the extra mile and stop at nothing to ensure that every guest feels cared for and no challenge goes unresolved. This is the definition of luxury. It is what makes the winners shine," says World Luxury Awards Marketing Director, Michael Hunter-Smith. The end of the evening was met with a great surprise when Santa Clause and his elves emerged from the stage and greeted all guests, welcoming them to his home cavern. The elves presented all guests with gifts and Santa gave all an opportunity for very special and memorable photo opportunities. Special thanks went to France24 for their continued support of the awards over the years. Other media supporters include Santé Magazine, Copenhagen Traveller, Destination Golf, The Caviar Spoon, SingaporeBrides and official gift sponsor, Healing Earth, for their contributions. Also attending the gala ceremony where an array of sponsors from Finland including Visit Finland, Visit Rovaniemi, Billecart-Salmon Champagne, RAK, Jetflite and Turkish Airlines. About Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing is located in the heart of the Wangjing Central Business District. Strategically situated at the juncture of the new CBD and the old residential area, the hotel fosters a connection between its visitors and the very essence of modern Wangjing. Designed by award-winning architect Kengo Kuma, the "Sanhe Yuan"-styled courtyard architecture creates an "Urban Forest" defined by a contemporary chic design and natural materials. The hotel features 348 tastefully appointed guestrooms; five modern, lively restaurants and bar that are essential destinations in Beijing; a total of 5,600 square meters of creative spaces which are designed for inspiring Conferences and Social Events. About Hyatt Regency The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on making travel free from stress and filled with success. More than 190 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in more than 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion – from efficient personalized, high-touch business meetings to energizing family vacations. The brand offers stress-free environments for seamless gatherings and empathetic service that anticipates guests' needs. Designed for productivity and peace of mind, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax; notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate; and expert meeting and event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information, please visit hyattregency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and tag photos with #HyattRegency. View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hyatt-regency-beijing-wangjing-awarded-luxury-art-hotel-of-the-year-at-the-2019-world-luxury-hotel-awards-13th-gala-ceremony-300939398.htmlRelated Links :http://hyattregency.com

2019 Annual Conference of International Mountain Tourism Alliance to open in Oct

GUIYANG, China, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On 12 October, a news briefing for 2019 Annual Conference of International Mountain Tourism Alliance was held in Guiyang. With the theme "Working Together to Build a Community with a Shared Future in Mountain Tourism", focusing on major issues such as ecology, green, environmental protection, poverty alleviation and innovation, the conference will explore a path for the sustainable development of world mountain tourism in a global context. Focus on ecology, green, environmental protection, poverty alleviation and innovation The conference has three key activities: IMTA Council Meeting, Inaugural Ceremony of IMTA Headquarters Building, and Opening Ceremony & Theme Forum. Keynote speeches and idea exchanges will be delivered on two subjects: Progress of international mountain tourism and 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, and Protecting environment, green development and benefiting people -- the eternal theme of sustainable mountain tourism. To promote the prosperity of world mountain tourism, and build a high-end exchange platform for international tourism circles and mountain tourism destinations, the "Mountain Park Province" Guizhou initiated the establishment of the International Mountain Tourism Alliance. Upon approval by the State Council and registration with the Ministry of Civil Affairs of China, IMTA was formally established in Guizhou on 15 August, 2017. IMTA is an international non-profit civil association constituted by tourism institutions, groups, enterprises and individuals in major mountain countries and regions in the world on a voluntary basis. IMTA set its headquarters and secretariat in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, and a liaison office in Beijing, China. IMTA is committed to protecting and utilizing mountainous tourism resources, promoting the prosperity of the mountain tourism, and advancing the sustainable development of mountain and ecological tourism. At present, IMTA's headquarters will provide professional services to all members, build a dialogue, exchange, cooperation platform for members and rely on the endowment of mountain resources to guide the agglomeration of peripheral industries. Today, IMTA is working in strict accordance with its statutes and purpose, and endeavoring to advance the construction and development of world mountain tourism. IMTA looks forward to meeting those attending the 2019 Annual Conference of International Mountain Tourism Alliance from 27 to 29 October. To sign up for the conference, please visit IMTA's official website: http://www.imtaweb.net/forum/index_en.jsp Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191016/2612532-1?lang=0 Related Links :http://www.imtaweb.net

Patrick Imbardelli Elected to YPO Board of Directors

SINGAPORE, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Patrick Imbardelli, Chairman of the Board of international hospitality company Next Story Group, has been elected to the YPO Board of Directors from 2019 to 2022. He also is serving as the Chair of YPO's Flagship Events Committee and a member of the Compensation of the Human Resources Committee. "I am honoured to be given the opportunity to serve YPO as a Board member. YPO delivers transformative experiences, growth and development to its members who ultimately impact their communities and I am proud to be part of an organisation that makes this its mission and to be in a position to help amplify its global impact," said Patrick, who joins a diverse board of directors that includes business leaders and entrepreneurs from around the globe. Elizabeth Zucker, 2019-2020 YPO Chairman, said, "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work closely with Patrick as a member of our YPO board of directors. His business and YPO experience will truly impact the work we are doing for YPO's 28,000 members." Patrick joined YPO as a member in 2003. YPO has over 460 chapters in more than 130 countries for chief executives to engage, learn and grow. Its 28,000 members harness the knowledge, influence and trust of the world's most influential and innovative leaders to inspire their business, personal, family and community impact. Since 2006, Patrick has held several YPO leadership positions including Chair of the Singapore Chapter, member of the Southeast Asia Regional Board, and member of the Australia and New Zealand Regional Board. Patrick has also chaired several YPO's global events and served on the Global Leadership Conference Supervisory Committee. In his role as Chair of the Flagship Events Committee, he also oversees YPO EDGE 2020, which will gather 2,500 CEOs and business leaders from around the world in San Diego, California, USA, for an annual thought leadership summit conference – the largest gathering of CEOs in the world. Patrick has more than 30 years of hospitality experience. He has also served as a non-executive Director and an Advisor to Next Story Group for the last three years. In June 2019, he was appointed Chairman of the Board of Next Story Group. Patrick was formerly the Chief Executive Asia Pacific of InterContinental Hotels Group, and the Chief Executive and a Board Member of Pan Pacific Hotels Group. He is also a Director of IDEM Hospitality and The Goodnight Co., and previously a Director and Advisory Board Member of Symmons Industries in Boston. About Next Story Group Next Story Group creates and transforms spaces to connect and inspire meaningful connections. it offers a differentiated portfolio of distinctive and compelling hospitality and lifestyle brands which appeal to investors, real estate owners and consumers. The Group currently owns, manages, franchises hotels and resorts, bearing brands that include Next, Sage and LinQ. It also manages five Kafnu properties which offer well-designed spaces for its members to stay, work and connect with entrepreneurs and business leaders. It is headquartered in Singapore with regional offices in Sydney and Bengaluru. For more information: www.nextstory.com About YPO YPO is a global leadership community of chief executives driven by our belief that the world needs better leaders. We grow stronger as people and leaders through peer learning, life-changing experiences and important relationships. We inspire and challenge one another based in open sharing and trust among a diverse community. With YPO behind us, we are uniquely prepared and supported to make meaningful impact on lives, businesses, and the world. Logo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20190214/2375429-1LOGO-a?lang=0 Related Links :http://www.nextstory.com

New Website artfairmag.com Slated to Become Benchmark Site for Information on Art Fairs

Launched in September, artfairmag.com aims to be the leading website for international art fairs LONDON, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Launched this September, artfairmag.com is on track to become the leading website for international art fairs. The site is the only resource that lists every art fair globally. It provides search tools that allow users to search for fairs using three criteria: location, date and type of art, and to access all necessary details about each fair. "Our ground-breaking website, artfairmag.com, is all about art fairs worldwide," says founder Pauline Loeb-Obrenan. "With our convenient tools, users can easily find and plan their next fair to visit. We gather the most relevant information about each fair and compile it in a clear overview, eliminating the need to search on endless separate websites to find the necessary information." Art fairs appeal to collectors, dealers, curators, artists and art lovers alike, showcasing a wide range of genres. Over the last two decades, fairs have become the key element of the international art market and their number has increased from around 50 to almost 400 all over the world. artfairmag.com aims to give art fairs greater visibility, promoting not only large, well-established shows, but also regional, young and emergent ones. The site will also publish exclusive interviews with organisers and videos. The well-designed, user-friendly site provides a calendar of upcoming shows worldwide. Additionally, visitors can search by art mediums, or simply see what is available in a specific location. The launch of artfairmag.com sets a new gold standard for art enthusiasts, professional and amateur alike. Press Contact:Pauline Loeb-Obrenan FounderStandard: +44 (0) 20 8088 0505 Email: contact@artfairmag.com Website: www.artfairmag.com

FOX Bet Strikes Multiyear Deal With Major League Baseball

LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- FOX Bet today announced a new multiyear deal that makes the mobile sports betting product an Authorized Gaming Operator of Major League Baseball (MLB) in the United States. As part of the agreement, FOX Bet has the right to use MLB's official data feed and League marks across its FOX Bet sports betting app and FOX Sports Super 6, FOX Bet's free-to-play game available nationwide. "We continue to see a great appetite for the FOX Bet app as well as FOX Sports Super 6," said Robin Chhabra, CEO of FOX Bet. "Having a partnership with MLB enables us to use official MLB data and league marks, providing a better experience for our customers and comes just in time as the League Championship Series and the World Series kick into high gear." FOX Bet is an online and mobile sports betting product that was developed through a first-of-its kind national media and sports wagering partnership in the United States between The Stars Group Inc. and FOX Sports, a unit of Fox Corporation. The Stars Group is a global leader in the online and mobile gaming and interactive entertainment industries, entertaining millions of customers across its online poker, gaming and betting offerings. FOX Bet, The Stars Group's U.S. sports betting business, is currently operating in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The FOX Sports Super 6 free-to-play game launched nationwide in September giving players a chance to win hundreds of thousands of dollars each week. FOX Bet plans to expand its business nationwide as additional states legalize online sports betting. "Adding The Stars Group and FOX Bet to our authorized gaming operator program continues our vision for ensuring we are serving fans with opportunity and choice," said Kenny Gersh, MLB Executive Vice President, Gaming & New Business Ventures. "Our official data feed, including real time and reliable game statistics, and league marks will enable The Stars Group to build unique and engaging gaming products around our sport." The Stars Group and MLB will also collaborate on responsible gaming and partner on best-in-class practices to protect the integrity of MLB games. About Major League Baseball Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic professional sports league in the United States and consists of 30 member clubs in the U.S. and Canada, representing the highest level of professional baseball. Major League Baseball is the best-attended sport in North America, and since 2004, MLB has enjoyed its best-attended seasons in the history of the game. Led by Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr., MLB currently features record levels of labor peace, competitive balance and industry revenues, as well as the most comprehensive drug-testing program in American professional sports. MLB remains committed to making an impact in the communities of the U.S., Canada and throughout the world, perpetuating the sport's larger role in society and permeating every facet of baseball's business, marketing and community relations endeavors. With the continued success of MLB Network and MLB digital platforms, MLB continues to find innovative ways for its fans to enjoy America's National Pastime and a truly global game. For more information on Major League Baseball, visit www.MLB.com. About The Stars Group The Stars Group is a provider of technology-based product offerings in the global gaming and interactive entertainment industries. Its brands have millions of registered customers globally and collectively are leaders in online and mobile betting, poker, casino and other gaming-related offerings. The Stars Group owns or licenses gaming and related consumer businesses and brands, including PokerStars, PokerStars Casino, BetStars, Full Tilt, FOX Bet, BetEasy, Sky Bet, Sky Vegas, Sky Casino, Sky Bingo, and Sky Poker, as well as live poker tour and event brands, including the PokerStars Players No Limit Hold'em Championship, European Poker Tour, PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, Latin American Poker Tour, Asia Pacific Poker Tour, PokerStars Festival and PokerStars MEGASTACK. The Stars Group is one of the world's most licensed online gaming operators with its subsidiaries collectively holding licenses or approvals in 21 jurisdictions throughout the world, including in Europe, Australia, and the Americas. The Stars Group's vision is to become the world's favorite iGaming destination and its mission is to provide its customers with winning moments. About FOX Bet FOX Bet is an online and mobile sports betting product developed through a first-of-its kind national media and sports wagering partnership in the United States between The Stars Group Inc. and FOX Sports, a unit of Fox Corporation. The FOX Bet online and mobile sportsbook brings sports fans closer to the games they love by integrating regulated real-money sports wagering with interactive and content rich programing, including expert commentary and insights from some of the nation's most celebrated sports commentators and analysts. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements and Other Information This news release may contain forward-looking statements and information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements can, but may not always, be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate", "plan", "continue", "estimate", "expect", "may", "will", "intend", "could", "might", "would", "should", "believe", and similar references to future periods or the negatives of these words and expressions. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Examples of these statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the partnership referenced in this news release. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from those expressed or implied in forward-looking statements. Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. Please refer to The Stars Group's most recent annual information form and annual and interim financial statements and management's discussion and analysis for more information about the factors, assumptions and risks that may apply to The Stars Group's forward-looking statements. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date hereof, and The Stars Group undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Contact: press@starsgroup.com Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1011305/FOX_Bet_Logo.jpg

Quark Expeditions Surprise Weeklong Flash Sale Kicks Off with Exclusive Antarctica Deals

Travelers can enjoy up to 50% off voyages between November 2019 and March 2020 SEATTLE, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions®, the world leader in polar adventures, announced today a one-week-only Antarctic flash sale with up to 50% off remaining cabins on voyages for their upcoming 2019/20 sailing season. The flash sale runs from Tuesday, October 15, 2019 to Tuesday, October 22, 2019 and offers savings on voyages departing between November 2019 and March 2020. "We pride ourselves in offering the best experiences to our travelers and are delighted to make this exclusive flash sale available to the public," says Thomas Lennartz, Vice-President, Sales for Quark Expeditions, which recently won four Magellan Awards, including the gold award for Best Overall Cruise Ship (500 passengers or under). "Savings are now possible for trips departing this November- which is a spectacular time to visit the Antarctica as snow and ice are pristine, wildlife is abundant and we can offer more adventure options than any other time of year," continues Lennartz. The promotion includes the following itineraries: Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (11 or 12 days). This classic expedition lets guests experience all the highlights of the region, including crossing the Drake Passage, exploring the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. (Up to 50% off) Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake (8 days). This trip is Quark Expeditions' fastest and most direct route to Antarctica. Flying over the Drake Passage makes the Antarctic possible for people who are strapped for time or are looking to skip the Drake Passage crossing. (Up to 50% off) Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition (14 days). This trip offers the most in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula, and guests get to achieve a milestone—crossing the Antarctic Circle. (Up to 25% off) Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle (11 days). This trip enables passengers to fly over the Drake Passage, which is ideal for anyone who is time-strapped or simply prefers not to sail across the Drake. Guests get to cross the Antarctic Circle, and explore penguin colonies, glaciers, bays and historical sites of this polar region. (Up to 50% off) South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari (16 days). This itinerary enables travelers to experience the stunning polar landscape of the Antarctica Peninsula and the abundant wildlife of South Georgia, which is known as "the Galapagos of the South Ocean." This 16-day trip is the fastest way to see South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. (Up to 40% off) Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings (20 days). This rarely-offered itinerary allows guests to explore the Falklands (known for its historical sites and huge penguin colonies), South Georgia (frequently called "the Galapagos of the Southern Ocean" because of its diverse wildlife) and highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula. (Up to 50% off) Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands and South Georgia (23 days). For travelers who want to see it all, Quark Expeditions' longest, most in-depth voyage enables guests to cross the Antarctic Circle and explore the Falklands (known for its dramatic history and huge penguin colonies), South Georgia (called "the Galapagos of the Southern Ocean" because of its abundant wildlife) and the Antarctic Peninsula. (Up to 25% off) This flash sale is on remaining cabins in the upcoming Antarctic 2019/20 season. The sale runs October 15, 2019 to October 22, 2019. Call one of our Polar Travel Advisors today to book a trip. North America (Toll Free) 1 888 332 0008U.K. Tel +44 203 514 2712U.K. (Toll Free) 0 808 120 2333Australia Tel +61 280 155 028Australia (Toll Free) 1 800 812 855 France Tel +33-1 80 14 01 05 France (Toll Free) 08 05 08 66 46 About Quark Expeditions®: Specializing in expeditions to the Antarctic and the Arctic, Quark Expeditions® has been the leading provider of polar adventure travel for three decades. With a diverse fleet of specially-equipped small-expedition vessels, icebreakers, Quark Expeditions offers travellers unparalleled access to the most remote places on earth. Led by passionate and seasoned expedition teams, including scientists, naturalists and researchers, Quark Expeditions' onboard program focuses on guest interaction to educate and enrich the passenger experience. Quark Expeditions is part of the Travelopia family, the world's largest collection of specialist travel brands. www.QuarkExpeditions.com About Travelopia: Travelopia, headquartered in the UK, is one of the world's leading experiential travel platforms, providing customers with unique experiences, such as private jet travel, polar expedition cruises, cycling and trekking-based holidays, sailing adventures and high-end, tailor-made holidays. Travelopia has a large, international customer base of over 750,000 travellers each year and serves over 70 destinations globally through its collection of brands, which includes Quark Expeditions. To learn more about Travelopia, visit: www.travelopia.com Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/782567/Quark_Expeditions___Logo.jpg Related Links :https://www.QuarkExpeditions.com

The Global Event of Winter Sports Industry World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo 2019 Press Conference Held in Beijing

BEIJING, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 10, 2019, the Information Office of Beijing Municipality and the Beijing Olympic City Development Association jointly held a press conference of the World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo (hereinafter referred to as the WWSE) 2019. Gao Yunchao, deputy secretary-general of the Beijing Olympic City Development Association (BODA for short), and Zhang Li, vice president of International Data Group (IDG for short) in China, respectively introduced the highlights and significance of the WWSE 2019 and the progress of the preparatory work. The WWSE 2019 is hosted by the BODA and IDG, and supported by the Beijing Organizing Committee for the 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the Chinese Olympic Committee, and the All-China Sports Federation. The Finnish Ambassador to China Jarno Syrjala and journalists from more than 100 news media attended the conference. The theme of "The Power of Ice and Snow" will last in the WWSE 2019, to be held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing from October 17 to 20. Recently, the General Office of the State Council issued the Outline for Building a Leading Sports Nation, proposing to continuously improve the quality and efficiency of sports development, continuously meet people's needs for a better life, and strive to make sports a symbolic cause of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. As an annual event for the development of winter sports industry in China and the world at large, the World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo 2019 will actively implement the decision-making and deployment of the construction of a leading sports nation, innovatively upgrade the Expo with the vision of internationalization, industrialization and popularization, build the international communication channels for winter sports industry supported by technology, capital and strategy, create a platform for communication between governments, organizations and enterprises, promote the development of winter sports industry in China and facilitate the popularization of winter sports. At the same time, strong support from industrial environment and cultural atmosphere will contribute to the complete success of the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games. Three Highlights for the Upgraded Ice and Snow Event The WWSE 2019 has been comprehensively upgraded in terms of the internationalization, industrialization, and popularization on the basis of previous years, highlighting the deepening of international exchanges and cooperation, the impetus to the innovation in winter sports industry and the Ice and Snow Carnival. 1. Deepening of international exchanges and cooperation. As one of the largest and most authoritative winter sports events in the world, this WWSE has attracted many international authorities and global leading nations in winter sports. It is reported that important officials of the International Olympic Committee (IOC for short) and presidents or secretary-generals of seven international winter sports federations will be present. The IOC President Thomas Bach and Finnish President Sauli Niinisto will also send a congratulatory video respectively. Meanwhile, about 90% of the world's leading nations in winter sports, professional organizations and leaders from different countries and regions, and executives from leading international enterprises will also gather together. Taking the opportunity of the "Sino-Finnish Winter Sports Year 2019" and Finland becoming the guest of honor of the WWSE 2019, international exchanges and cooperation and the all-round coordinated development of winter sports industry at home and abroad will be promoted in such fields as winter sports, education and training and winter tourism. 2. Impetus to the innovation of in winter sports industry. This WWSE will set up demonstrations of ice and snow start-up enterprises at home and abroad, and hold related activities such as the Start-up Contest in Winter Sports Industry. It serves as a platform to connect the international channels of winter sports industry, introduce the world's front-end products and service chains, provide an international stage for emerging forces in winter sports industry, build a docking channel for capital and industry, collect superior resources to create a snow and ice incubation zone and promote the settling in of high-quality ice and snow projects. 3. The Ice and Snow Carnival. Promoting the overall progress of China's winter sports, enhancing the broad attention and full participation of the public have always been the original intention of the World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo. In order to popularize winter sports knowledge to the public, this WWSE has created a four-day ice and snow experience zone to promote the winter sports and the spread of ice and snow culture by attracting people to actively participate in the ice and snow sports. Four Sectors to Help the Vigorous Development of Winter Sports Industry At the press conference, Zhang Li gave a detailed introduction to the progress of the preparations for the World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo 2019. The exhibition area this year is 30,000 square meters for more than 20 parallel forums and supporting activities, over 600 exhibiting brands at home and abroad and more than 240 guest speakers authoritative in various fields. It is estimated that the participating audience will exceed 160,000. The multi-dimensional comprehensive exhibitions, theme forums involving authorities, industry exchanges abundant in resources, and diversified supporting activities jointly build a strong combination for the WWSE 2019 and accumulate energy for the complete success of the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games. In terms of exhibitions, the 2019 World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo sets more than ten exhibition areas, including Olympic Theme, National Pavilion, Winter & Alpine Technology, Indoor Snow and Ice Technology, Personal Outdoor & Winter Equipment, Winter Tourism Destinations, Provinces Pavilion & Winter Sports Culture, Ice & Snow Enter Campuses, Cooperative Partner, Ice & Snow Carnival and so on. The expo will gather the leading powers and high-quality industrial resources in various sub-sectors of winter sports and provide an excellent stage for the promotion of ice and snow culture and winter sports products in various countries and regions. According to Zhang Li, exhibition groups from Finland, Austria, Norway, Czech Republic, France, Switzerland, Italy, Russia, Japan, Georgia, the United States, and Canada have confirmed their participation. Regarding the forum setting, the theme forum of the WWSE will be held in the form of the opening ceremony, the main forum, parallel forums and special events, and will carry out more than 20 related forums and supporting activities around the frontier of winter sports, including the Main forum, the Olympic City Development Forum and parallel forums such as Finnish Day, Ice and Snow Culture Development Forum, Winter Sports Entrepreneurship Competition, China Ice Hockey Development Forum, Ski Resort Operation and Management Forum, Winter Sports Talents Development Forum, Ice and Snow Tourism Development Forum, Venue Operation and Management Forum, and International Ice and Snow Think Tank Closed-Door Meeting. In the three-day theme dialogues, key decision-makers in the winter sports industry, including government officials, leaders of international professional organizations, executives of international leading enterprises, domestic and foreign experts, scholars and media, professional investment institutions, channel providers, and industry chain stakeholders will together contribute to the development of the global winter sports industry. As for industrial exchanges, in order to promote the exchange of winter sports industry at home and abroad and promote the docking cooperation of high-quality ice and snow projects, the World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo 2019 will set a public stage and business negotiation area to provide a platform for display and communication of ice and snow projects of superior quality. Among them, activities of the Sino-Finnish Winter Sports Year also include promotion of ice and snow resources, docking of high-quality enterprises, signing of key projects, urban exchange meetings, and promotion of outstanding winter tourism projects, broadening space for exchange and docking of winter sports industry and industrial integration development. In terms of supporting activities, this WWSE will carry out a large number of innovative supporting activities, including the World Winter Sports Think Tank, the Sino-Finnish Winter Sports Year, the Public Research Report on Ice and Snow Industry, the WS TOPS Ice and Snow Conference, the Opinion of Leading Figures in the Ice and Snow Industry, the Start-up Contest in Ice and Snow Industry, the Youth Winter Sports Events, the Ice and Snow Carnival and so on. As the annual selection of great influence in winter sports industry in China, the WS TOPS Awards showcases and promotes the forefront of the industry for the general public. The Public Research Report on Ice and Snow Industry serves the Chinese winter sports industry with continuous researches, in-depth trend insights and closer exchanges and cooperation with international winter sports industry. The diversified supporting activities will promote the upgrading and development of winter sports industry from different directions, help the rise of outstanding entrepreneurial projects, and promote the comprehensive popularization of winter sports culture. The World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo, co-hosted by the BODA and IDG, has been committed to promoting the popularization of winter sports knowledge and the policy of "driving 300 million people to participate in winter sports". Since 2016, the WWSE has been held for three consecutive years. It has become the world's largest and most authoritative exhibition of winter sports industry. It is not only a high-quality platform to promote the development of winter sports, but also an important force to promote the rapid development of winter sports industry. For more information on the WWSE, please visit http://www.wwse2022.com/ or follow the WeChat public account of World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo. View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-global-event-of-winter-sports-industry-world-winter-sports-beijing-expo-2019-press-conference-held-in-beijing-300938501.html

Sun Group's Sun World Fansipan Legend named 'Vietnam's Leading Tourist Attraction 2019'

Sun World Fansipan Legend has been named "Vietnam's Leading Tourist Attraction 2019" at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia & Oceania 2019.LAO CAI, Vietnam, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Attending a special gala ceremony held on October 12, 2019 on Phu Quoc Island, representatives of Sun Group's Sun World Fansipan Legend, were delighted to receive this highly prestigious award at what The Wall Street Journal calls "the Oscars of the world travel industry." Director of Sun World Fansipan Legend received the award at WTA Asia & Oceania 2019 "This is truly a great honour that acknowledges the huge efforts we have made to bring a truly world-class tourism product to Sa Pa," said Nguyen Xuan Chien - Director of Sun World Fansipan Legend. "This award will also spur us on to ensure Sun World Fansipan Legend exceeds expectations as the country's leading tourism attraction." Developed by Sun Group, Sun World Fansipan Legend first opened its doors in 2016, transforming Sa Pa in a just a few years from a sleepy backwater into one of Vietnam's premier destinations. jwplayer.key="3Fznr2BGJZtpwZmA+81lm048ks6+0NjLXyDdsO2YkfE=" jwplayer('myplayer1').setup({file: 'https://cdn4.prnasia.com/002071/mnr/video/20191015SunGroupFansipanLegend.mp4', image: 'http://www.prnasia.com/video_capture/2804160_AE04160_1.jpg', autostart:'false', aspectratio: '16:9', stretching : 'fill', width: '512', height: '288'}); Visitors to Sun World Fansipan Legend will have many unique vantage points to admire the awe-inspiring beauty of the northwest -- especially the "rooftop of Indochina", Mount Fansipan, and the Muong Hoa Valley. Within the complex, visitors can also immerse themselves in the northwestern mountainous culture by attending traditional festivals and discovering all about the many hill tribes who have lived around the "City in the clouds" for many centuries. Departing from Sapa, the Muong Hoa funicular connects the town with the Fansipan cable car station. The short but wonderful funicular ride will thrill people of all ages as it trundles through mysterious tunnels, crosses a viaduct and offers passengers wide-views of the beautiful natural landscapes and terraced rice fields at an altitude of 1,600 meters. As they ride in the Sun World Fansipan Legend Cable Car System, passengers will have breathtaking views of the mountain scenery. When they reach the top of Fansipan, at a height of 3,143m, they can visit a complex of spiritual buildings and shrines that showcase the ancient beauty of Vietnamese architecture as well as the country's spiritual beliefs. Having Sun World Fansipan Legend recognized as "Vietnam's Leading Tourist Attraction 2019" is certainly a huge acknowledgement of the tireless efforts made by Sun Group to develop and deliver truly world-class tourism products and high-grade, transformative projects that have made an immense contribution in promoting Vietnam as a travel destination all around the world. Video - https://cdn4.prnasia.com/002071/mnr/video/20191015SunGroupFansipanLegend.mp4Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20191015/2611183-1?lang=0 Related Links :https://www.sungroup.com.vn

Hangzhou highlight: 2019 Walk and Prayer for Good Luck holds opening ceremony for Blessing for Health event

HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On the morning of October 13, 2019, the organizers of Walk and Prayer for Good Luck hosted the opening ceremony for its Blessing for Health event at Hangzhou's famous landmark, Grand Canal World, better known by the romanization of its Chinese name, Yunhe Tiandi. Over 300 outdoor sports enthusiasts gathered on the Grand Canal. They set out from Yunhe Tiandi, walking along a promenade that bordered the canal and through the Qiaoxi and Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Blocks, part of a three-block-long stretch known for its preservation of the area's local history and culture. The participants said they were engaging in the activity in response to the Chinese government's national fitness call, while expressing the pride they feel in their homeland. The event was organized by Hangzhou Canal Group Cultural Tourism Co., Ltd. and the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal (Hangzhou Section) Comprehension Protection Commission, and hosted by Jinhe Travel Agency. The event ambassador initiates the walk and opens the prayer door, following a high-intensity aerobics performance At 8:40 AM, the opening ceremony of the 2019 Walk and Prayer for Good Luck's Blessing for Health formally kicked off. Following a performance of high-intensity aerobics entitled Beauty and Force, the event ambassador made his formal appearance. This year's event ambassador, Yu Haida, is a former deputy secretary of the Party Committee and associate professor of the School of Physical Education and Health at Hangzhou Normal University. During his speech, Mr. Yu said, with the work on the Hangzhou Section of the Canal rapidly nearing completion, people who reside in the immediate area have been actively pursuing health and wellbeing, which has also proven to be a major factor contributing to the general satisfaction with life felt by the vast majority of Hangzhou's populace. Finally, the ambassador waved the flag to begin the walk and opened the prayer door. The more than 300 participants formally started on the walk. The group took off from Yunhe Tiandi, walked along the Qiaoxi and Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Blocks, finally reaching their destination, Lang Lang Art World at Dadou Road Historical and Cultural Block, a distance of 4.88 kilometers. Some participants chose the water route, first going to the end point on canal boats and returning by foot, in this case, a distance of 6.88 kilometers. Participants walked along the Canal together, experiencing canal culture by engaging in a series of activities In addition to walking along the Canal, the Walk and Prayer campaign identified several points of interest along the three historical and cultural blocks. Participants arrived at the points as indicated in the campaign manual and took part in the scheduled activity, winning a special coupon handed out by the organizers. Those who engaged in all of the scheduled activities and collected the complete set of coupons earned an exquisite prize once they had reached the final destination. At Yunhe Tiandi, participants got to know each other by engaging in the activities, exchanging tips about fitness and health care. In Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block's Fanghuichuntang, several of the city's leading traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) doctors offered free consultations based on feeling the person's pulse, a key indicator of health according to TCM, while fielding questions concerning health and wellbeing. Those who received the free consultations also were given a small gift. Further on, at Lang Lang Art World, participants walked through an exhibit of the famous musician's trophies alongside a curation of products based on the city's unique culture and traditions, while enjoying musical selections from Lang Lang's latest album. Several participants who had joined the event in the past explained that the Walk and Prayer for Good Luck has been held for many years, with ever-changing themes and forms. It has been one of the most popular outdoor activities for Hangzhou's denizens, combining hiking, a sport that has recently spiked in popularity, with the traditional culture of the city. View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hangzhou-highlight-2019-walk-and-prayer-for-good-luck-holds-opening-ceremony-for-blessing-for-health-event-300938427.html

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