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2009-10-22

Starwood Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today reported third quarter 2009 financial results to the public.

2009-07-13

Following A $65 Million Renovation Iconic Turnberry Golf Resort In Scotland Re-Opens As Part Of The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts To Host The Open Championship 2009

Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces that the historic Turnberry golf resort will re-open as part of the renowned Luxury Collection brand at The Open Champio

2009-05-05

Starwood Continues Middle East Expansion With The Signing Of A Luxury Collection Hotel In Ajman

From the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in Dubai, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., announced today the signing of a hotel within The Luxury Collection brand in Ajman, Uni

2009-05-04

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Proudly Launches Global Initiative In Support Of UNICEF

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts proudly launches a global initiative in support of UNICEF’s immunization and malaria programs for vulnerable children in developing countries.

2009-04-13

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Offers Free Weekends

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., is encouraging and rewarding travel with the launch of its richest promotion yet – SPG Free Weekends.

2009-03-25

Starwood Hotels & Resorts To Relocate Its Luxury And Design-Led Brands To New Headquarters in Soho

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., today announced plans to relocate its Manhattan-based luxury and design-led brands from Chelsea to a new headquarters space downtown on Varick Street

2009-03-23

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Celebrates Earth Hour

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., today announced that it will participate in Earth Hour – a global environmental awareness event organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) – to s

2009-02-03

Hawaii’s Iconic Hotel Proudly Re-Opens As The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., today announced the debut of The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort to The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more

2008-11-12

The Netherlands' Landmark Hotel Becomes Hotel Des Indes, A Luxury Collection Hotel, The Hague

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., announces the introduction of the Hotel Des Indes, a Luxury Collection Hotel, The Hague to The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensem

2008-11-03

SLS Hotel At Beverly Hills, A Luxury Collection Hotel Officially Opens Its Doors

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., and SBE today announced the debut of the 297 room Philippe Starck-designed SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills, A Luxury Collection Hotel.

2008-10-23

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Proudly Brings Eco-Luxury To Downtown Portland With The Debut Of The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., and Sage Hospitality today proudly announced the opening of the Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, unveiling a new level of style, sophistication and

2008-08-18

Vermont's Iconic Resort Proudly Becomes The Equinox, A Luxury Collection Golf Resort & Spa

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., today announced the introduction of The Equinox, a Luxury Collection Golf Resort & Spa, Manchester Village to The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts,

2008-07-21

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Launches A Portal To The World’s Most Exceptional Destinations Through The New

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 26 countries, today launched the new www.luxurycollection.

2008-06-02

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Sets Out To Energize The Dallas Skyline With The Debut Of The Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., today announced the opening of The Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel in downtown Dallas. The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble

2008-05-08

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Unveils Signature Travel Services

The Luxury Collection Hotels and Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 26 countries, today announced the launch of two new sign

2008-04-01

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Denise Coll President North America Division

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has promoted Denise Coll to President of its North America Division.   In her new role, Coll, who most recently served as Senior Vice President of O

2008-03-26

The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts Hosts "The Luxury Collection Collectors Club" VIP Lounge At The 24 Annual Sony Ericsson Open

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 26 countries around the world, today launched the first ev

2008-03-17

Starwood Vacation Ownership Celebrates Opening Of The Phoenician Residences, The Luxury Collection Residence Club In Scottsdale, Arizona.

Starwood Vacation Ownership (SVO), the fractional and vacation ownership division of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., has expanded its fractional ownership portfolio with the opening

2008-03-03

The Luxury Collection® AnnouncesLandmark Entry Into The United Arab Emirates With The Opening Of A Luxury Collection Hotel In Ras Al Khaimah

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the entry of The Luxury Collection® in Ras Al Khaimah, the fourth largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates.

2008-01-31

Starwood Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007 Results

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today reported strong fourth quarter 2007 financial results, driven by double-digit worldwide REVPAR increases and high operating margins

2008-01-30

Starwood on the Brink of its 900 Hotel as Growth Accelerates

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. anticipates another year of extraordinary growth in 2008, building on the company’s record-setting success in 2007.

2008-01-23

Starwood Hotels Signs Agreement To Sell Select Italian Assets To EST Capital

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has signed a binding agreement to sell certain of its assets in Venice Lido and Asolo Italy to EST Capital for 156 million Euros or approximately $229

2007-11-01

Starwood Hotels And Resorts Ramps Up Its Presence In Latin America With The Addition Of Three New Hotels In Peru

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is rapidly expanding its presence in South America, announcing plans to open three new properties in Peru. In a franchise agreement with Inmobiliaria

2007-10-25

Starwood Reports Strong Third Quarter 2007 Results

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today reported strong third quarter 2007 financial results to the public.

2007-09-17

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Earns Top Rating On The Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that the company scored a 100 percent rating on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) sixth annual Corporate Equality Index and is a recipie

2007-09-14

SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT And Starwood Hotels & Resorts Announce Music And Entertainment Marketing Initiative

SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announced that they are working together to develop a multi-faceted  partnership that will build unique guest

2007-08-02

Starwood Reports Strong Second Quarter 2007 Results

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today reported strong second quarter 2007 financial results to the public.

2007-06-14

No Passport, No Problem - Starwood Hotels Celebrates Relaxed Passport Rules With Great Deals In Canada, The Caribbean And Mexico

The new passport restrictions have relaxed, so you can too.  To celebrate this summer's suspension of passport requirements to Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Wo

2007-06-04

Starwood Hotels Leads The Hospitality Industry With Its Record-Setting Global Hotel Pipeline

Hot on the heels of its record-breaking success in 2006, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announces that it anticipates executing 200 new deals and opening more than 80 new hote

2007-04-26

Starwood Reports Strong First Quarter 2007 Results

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today reported strong first quarter 2007 financial results to the public.

2007-04-12

The Resort At Singer Island Makes Its Debut In Palm Beach County As The Newest Member Of The Starwood Luxury Collection

The Resort at Singer Island, a dramatic and modern take on Palm Beach luxury, makes its grand debut today, welcoming guests to one of the most expansive oceanfront destinations on the Eastern

2007-03-20

Starwood Hotels Gives Insider Access To Exclusive Events With New Auction Website

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and its Starwood Preferred Guest® program, the award-winning hotel loyalty program, is introducing a new online auction website where members can u

2007-03-07

Starwood Vacation Ownership To Launch The Luxury Collection Residence Club At The Phoenician In Scottsdale, Arizona

Starwood® Vacation Ownership (SVO), a division of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.®, has announced plans to expand the luxury tier of its fractional ownership portfolio commencing w

2006-12-14

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Announces Exclusive Global Hotel Partnership With Special Olympics

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. and Special Olympics announced today the launch of a three year, global partnership naming Starwood Hotels as the exclusive hotel sponsor of Special

2006-10-10

American Express And Starwood Hotels Launch New Starwood Preferred Guest® Business Credit Card For Small Business Owners And The Enhanced Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card For Consumers

American Express Company and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announced the launch of the Starwood Preferred Guest® Business Credit Card for small business owners and the enh

2006-09-18

The Resort At Singer Island, A Luxury Collection(TM) Property Opens December 2006 On Florida's Gold Coast

Modern luxury and sophisticated elegance meet on the white sands of Palm Beach County with the December 2006 opening of the Resort at Singer Island.

2006-06-15

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Selected To Manage The Famed Astir Palace Hotel Complex In Greece

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Astir Palace Vouliagmeni S.A. announced today that Starwood was chosen to oversee hotel operations for the famed Astir Palace Hotel complex near A

2006-03-01

The Us Grant, San Diego's Landmark Hotel To Reopen In November 2006

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announced a November 1, 2006 reopening of THE US GRANT in San Diego. The hotel will be managed by Starwood's Luxury Collection brand and is owne

2005-11-03

All Starwood Hotels In South Florida Open As Of Wednesday

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today the Sheraton Yankee Clipper reopened Wednesday, November 2, bringing all 14 of its South Florida hotels back on line and open for gu

2005-10-18

Share The Big Screen With Meryl Streep; Hit The Links With PGA Champ Craig Stadler; Party With Gwen Stefani; Escape To Bora Bora

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is offering a week-long, worldwide, over-the-top online auction hosted by Yahoo! to benefit the Starwood associates stricken by Hurricane Katrina in

2005-10-04

Starwood Hotels Names Kerry Hatch President Of St. Regis And The Luxury Collection

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today the appointment of Kerry D. Hatch to President of St. Regis and The Luxury Collection. In this newly created role, Ms. Hatch will rep

2005-09-04

Starwood Frequent Guest® Points Awarded For Donations To The Red Cross And Starwood Hurricane Relief Fund

Starwood Preferred Guest, the loyalty program of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is giving members who donate USD $50 or more to the Red Cross or Starwood Hurricane Relief Fund a o

2005-08-31

Landmark Hotel In Minneapolis Joins Starwood’s Prestigious Luxury Collection

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces a long-term agreement with The IVY Hotel + Residences, a luxury mixed-use development with historic origin, to join Starwood’s prestigious

2005-07-05

Starwood Announces Cotton Bay Villas In Eleuthera, Bahamas – An Unspoiled Paradise At An Exclusive World-Class Address

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has signed an agreement with Eleuthera Properties, Ltd., a company chaired by prominent Bahamian businessman, Franklyn R. Wils

2005-05-19

Starwood Signs Agreement To Sell Historic Hotel Danieli In Venice

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has signed an agreement to sell the legendary 233-room Hotel Danieli in Venice to The Statuto Group, a prominent Italian real

2005-04-28

Starwood Preferred Guest® Takes Top Honors In Industry’s Prestigious Freddie Awards For Sixth Year In A Row!

Since 1999, frequent travelers from around the world have recognized Starwood Preferred Guest as the hospitality industry’s top-rated loyalty program and now the program that introduced no

2005-02-22

Starwood To Open More Than 70 Hotels In The Next Two Years

From Morocco to the Maldives and China to Chile, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. will open more than 70 new hotels in 2005 and 2006 in choice destinations around the globe. Nearly h

2005-02-22

Starwood Hotels Introduces A Stress-Free Solution For Booking Wedding Guest Accommodations

Here comes the bride and right behind her are dozens of out-of-town wedding guests in need of a place to stay. This year more than two million couples will become engaged and begin the stre

2005-01-13

Starwood Earns Over 50 Top Spots On Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold Lists Including Many New Entries

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has earned the distinction of having 51 of its hotels and resorts included on Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious Gold List and Gold List Reserve f

2004-12-07

North Carolina’s Ballantyne Resort, An Exclusive Urban Luxury Retreat, Is Selected To Join Starwood’s Luxury Collection

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces a long-term agreement with The Ballantyne Resort, a first-class urban luxury retreat, to join Starwood’s Luxury Collection of prestigious

2004-08-19

Starwood’s Luxury Collection Selected by Wci Communities to Manage The Resort at Singer Island

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced that it has been selected by acclaimed U.S. residential developer WCI Communities, Inc. as the hotel manager for The Resort at Singer Island

2004-05-17

Starwood Launches New Honeymoon Registry

Partnering exclusively with WeddingChannel.com, the #1 wedding website, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is now offering couples the opportunity to register for honey

2004-04-12

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. will welcome the US Grant Hotel to the Luxury Collection's portfolio of prestigious hotels in January 2005. The historic 285-room hotel is situated in

2003-12-15

The luxurious 204-room Blue Palace Resort & Spa will officially join The Luxury Collection in January 2004 as its fourth hotel in Greece. The resort, which opened in July 2003, is situated in

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