Nouvelles du Sheraton

January 21, 2003 - Strategically located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant business and entertainment district, the 23-story Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers will bring a new level of hospitality and world-class hotel accommodations to Vietnam. Guests will find unequalled business, recreation, retail, residential and entertainment options, as well as luxury at every turn.

March 16, 2004 - Lo-Carb Lifestyle(SM) by Sheraton will debut April 16th in 200 North American Sheraton hotels followed by an expansion overseas later this year. As the most extensive line of low-carb food offerings in the hotel industry, it features all-new low-carb restaurant menus, room service offerings, cocktails, club lounge service, to-go snacks, and even a low-carb mint on the pillow.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the grand opening of the Sheraton Salta, the first international hotel in the historic city of Salta, Argentina. The newly built hotel is located in the city’s upscale residential area of Monumento, just a few blocks away from the district’s main square.

Yahoo! Inc., a leading global Internet company, and Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc.'s largest upscale brand, announced today an industry-first strategic relationship that will keep Sheraton guests connected in comfort while on the road.

February 18, 2003 - In this newly created position, Tomb is responsible for all franchise development sales efforts for Starwood's Sheraton, Westin and Four Points by Sheraton brands and is the newest addition to the Starwood Real Estate Group. Formed in August 2002 this group is responsible for the oversight of asset management, design, architecture, construction and hotel and franchise development for the company.

July 8, 2003 - Inspired by Valencian traditions, the 236-room Sheraton Real de Faula Hotel & Spa and the 224-room Westin Real de Faula Hotel & Spa in Benidorm, Spain will reflect typical Mediterranean village history and life. Both hotels are currently under construction and are slated to open in January 2005.

August 21, 2001 - With improved search capabilities and user-friendly navigation.

July 26, 2001 - 288-room Hotel is Incorporated into the Historic Edison Brothers Warehouse.

November 12, 2001 - The results are in! Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. earned the distinction of having over 30 of its top hotels and resorts included in Condé Nast Traveler's 2001 Readers' Choice Awards List.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts announced today the launch of its new emotionally driven $20 million global television campaign and the debut of its signature "Warm Welcome" experience in hotels.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the groundbreaking of two new airport hotels - the Sheraton Baltimore-Washington Airport Hotel and The Westin Baltimore-Washington Airport hotel both located in Linthicum, MD, a growing suburban market less than three miles from Baltimore-Washington International Airport. The 203-room Sheraton is slated to open in the fall of 2006. Next door, the 260-room Westin is scheduled for a spring 2007 opening.

December 8, 2003 - Guests who stay at a participating Sheraton and pay with their MasterCard® through January 8, 2004 will receive 5,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® miles. Plus, all will enjoy a good night's sleep in Sheraton's Sweet Sleeper(SM) Bed.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Xinjiang Haotai Industry Development Co. Ltd. announced an agreement for Starwood to manage the Sheraton Urumqi Hotel in Urumqi, China, the capital city of Xianjiang Province. Scheduled to open in early 2007, the hotel will be situated in a prime location in the city, in an area that encompasses approximately 2.2 million square feet of upscale retail space, entertainment outlets and hotels.

December 11, 2001 - Starwood has been appointed the major lodging and attractions operator and manager of the Phoenix Seagaia resort, one of the most extensive resort complexes in Japan.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the sale of the Sheraton Suites Key West in Florida to Ocean Properties for $35.85 million.

August 4, 2003 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today the completion of its first clean, reliable fuel cell energy system at the Sheraton Edison Hotel Raritan Center. By utilizing fuel cell energy, the hotel will reduce its overall energy costs, improve efficiency, and help conserve natural resources.

March 4, 2004 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. paid $40 million to purchase the 413-room Sheraton Kauai Resort, Poipu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii. Starwood managed the Sheraton Kauai under its Sheraton brand for Obayashi Corporation, the former owner of the property.

January 31, 2002 - Enjoy weekend rates from $49 to $249 per night at more than 400 Starwood hotels and resorts across the United States and Canada in great city and leisure destinations.

April 7, 2004 - With a simple swipe of a credit card, guests can bypass the front desk and check-in or out in less than 60 seconds with new Sheraton Speed Check self-service kiosks. Check-in kiosks will roll out over the next several months in more than 24 U.S. hotels and ultimately nationwide.

Starwood has been selected by the Puerto Rico Convention Center District Authority to operate the new 500-room hotel. The Sheraton San Juan Convention Center Hotel will open in 2007, and will be located adjacent to the 580,000 square-foot Puerto Rico Convention Center, which is scheduled to open in 2005.

June 30, 2003 - Celebrate summer with fantastic weekend rates from $69 and a chance to win hundreds of travel prizes to be given away weekly, including weekend concert packages, romantic getaways for two to Mexico and The Ultimate Family Reunion in South Florida. And, one lucky winner will win the grand prize of $100,000 and 100 Sheraton room nights around the world!

October 1, 2002 - The doors are open at one of the country's most distinctive resorts. Located where wild horses still roam the Sonoran Desert, the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa offers 500 culturally themed rooms, 100,000 sq. ft of meeting space, two 18-hole golf courses, a 17,500 sq. ft spa, and more.

September 4, 2002 - Four Points by Sheraton is proud to welcome Hoyt Harper II, a 22-year veteran of the travel and hospitality industry. Hoyt will be responsible for all operational aspects of the Four Points by Sheraton brand.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the opening of its first property in the Central American republic of El Salvador – the Sheraton Presidente San Salvador. The hotel is located in the bustling capital city of San Salvador.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the opening of the Sheraton Cincinnati North Hotel. The hotel, formerly a Radisson, just completed a $20 million renovation to its 257 guest rooms and public space to make it the only full-service hotel within walking distance of Sharonville Convention Center.

September 17, 2001 - In support of recovery and relief efforts following our national tragedy, Starwood is donating at least $1 million to The September 11th Fund.

September 23, 2003 - A new study, commissioned by Sheraton Hotels & Resorts finds that many do not properly maintain their beds, sometimes leading to aches and pains. These findings were released as Sheraton spends more than $75 million rolling out over 70,000 pristine new beds in 200 hotels throughout North America. The new Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(SM) Beds will be sure to put you to sleep.

Vistana, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. changed its name to Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc. Our new name, reflects the dedication and commitment of Starwood to the vacation ownership industry.

March 12, 2001 - To celebrate its re-opening, the Sheraton Royal Denarau Resort, has launched two unique "Paradise" promotions

November 26, 2002 - Three distinct areas of the prestigious Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort on Grand Bahama Island, one of the largest resorts in the Caribbean will now be operated under the Westin and Sheraton names. The Westin at Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort and Sheraton at Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort will open in February 2003.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces its second property in Ireland scheduled to open in spring 2006, with the newly constructed Sheraton Fota Island Golf Resort & Spa, Cork. Starwood and property company Fleming Construction have signed a management agreement to develop the 133-room luxury Sheraton resort, on scenic Fota Island in County Cork, located on the southern Irish coast.

March 29, 2004 - Set to open in May 2005, the 150-room Sheraton Midwest City Hotel & Conference Center will feature the upscale service, brand standards, and programs that Sheraton is known for, including the Sheraton Service Promise and the new Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(SM) Bed.

November 26, 2002 - Stay at any Westin®, Sheraton® or Four Points® by Sheraton in the U.S. between Thanksgiving and News Year's Eve and receive a special holiday gift upon check-in, sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company. This gift includes a certificate for 50% off your next stay at participating hotels and valuable savings certificates from many of your favorite retailers such as Bloomingdale's, FAO Schwarz, 800 Flowers and Tourneau and much, much more!

Western Hotel Properties, LLC, announced today a franchise agreement with Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, the largest and most global brand of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT). Following an expansive $32 million renovation, the 490-room Coast Anaheim Hotel will be reflagged as the Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort in the spring of 2006.

December 17, 2001 - Starwood announced that it will assume management and marketing of the 62-unit Molokai Ranch & Lodge, bringing its inventory to 14 resort properties on six Hawaiian Islands. Effective February 2002, the property will be re-named the Sheraton Molokai Lodge & Beach Village.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Hunan Yunda Real Estate development Co. Ltd. have announced an agreement for Starwood to manage the 327-room Sheraton Changsha Hotel in China. This newly built hotel is scheduled to open in July, 2007.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has completed the sale of the 376-room Sheraton Lisboa Hotel & Towers in Lisbon, Portugal to Sociedade de Construcoes Marope SA. In addition, Starwood and its joint venture partner Hines have sold the 432-room Westin Galleria in Dallas, Texas to Galleria Investors, a fund advised by UBS Realty Investors LLC.

August 7, 2003 - In celebration of its current $50 million renovation, the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers is introducing a special "Family Affair" package for $169 per night which includes complimentary Continental breakfast for two, children 12 and under eat free, 2pm late checkout, and more.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that Allentown, Pa.-based PPL Corporation has completed the installation of a clean, reliable, high temperature 250-kilowatt Direct FuelCell® (DFC®) power plant at the 1,750-room Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, Sheraton’s largest and flagship property, in midtown Manhattan.

October 2, 2001 - The search for a new agency to develop worldwide creative and handle media for both brands is under way.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has completed the sale of the Sheraton Denver Tech Center Hotel to Clinton Street Investments, LLC an affiliate of The Hotel Group Opportunity Fund II, LLC based in Edmonds, Washington for $11.5 million. The 263-room Sheraton Denver Tech Center Hotel located in Engelwood, Colorado will remain in Sheraton’s portfolio as a franchise property managed by The Hotel Group.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the reflagging of one of South Florida’s most well established hotel and convention centers. Miami’s Radisson Mart Plaza Hotel and Convention Center will be renamed the Sheraton Miami Mart Hotel following an extensive $8 million renovation, slated for completion in March 2005.

The Sheraton Orlando North raised its flag today to commemorate its official opening following an extensive, multi-million dollar renovation. Situated in the Maitland Center corporate park, the luxurious, 390-room hotel opened its doors at 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive. 

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Kingkey Group announced an agreement for Starwood to manage the Sheraton Dameisha Resort in Shenzhen, China.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts announced today the launch of the new sheraton.com – the first hotel industry website to embrace social media and feature user generated content. 

March 5, 2002 - Now open and ready to welcome guests, Shenyang's newest and largest hotel is well-positioned to cater to northern China's growing business and leisure development needs.

September 28, 2001 - Customers will have the ability to make reservations at the group rate until the group arrival date at Starwood's participating properties in North America.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the reflagging of the Holiday Inn University Park Hotel in West Des Moines, Iowa to the Sheraton West Des Moines. The re-branded hotel, currently undergoing a $3 million dollar renovation, is owned and managed by Springfield, Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc.

January 23, 2002 - The new Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort will provide a unique experience, blending the natural beauty of Khlong Muang Beach with Thailand's famous friendly hospitality and Sheraton's excellent service.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today the completion of the sale of the 250-room Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport, Fort Lauderdale, FL to HEI Hospitality for $31.95 Million. HEI plans to invest in a complete renovation of the hotel over the next two years and will begin with the meeting space and public areas.

February 10, 2004 - The Radisson Hotel South and Plaza Tower in Bloomington, Minnesota will be reflagged as the Sheraton Bloomington and will undergo a $10.5 million renovation when the conversion takes place in March 2004. This new hotel will feature all of the brand's signature products and services including the new Sheraton Sweet SleeperSM Bed in all of its 565 guest rooms and suites.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Chongqing Taizheng Company Limited announced an agreement for Starwood to manage the Sheraton Chongqing Hotel in China. This newly built 330-room Sheraton Chongqing Hotel is scheduled to open in January 2008.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the grand opening of the newest resort on Hawaii’s Big Island, the 521-room Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa. Following a $70-million two-year renovation, the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa is poised to become the brightest star on the Big Island’s Kona Coast.

October 27, 2003 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc announced that the sale of the 296-room Sheraton North Charleston Hotel to Raleigh/Cary, North Carolina-based Main Street Hotel, LLC is complete. After undergoing a renovation, the hotel will continue to fly the Sheraton flag under a franchise agreement, and will be renamed the Sheraton Hotel North Charleston - Convention Center.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that it has completed the sale of Chicago’s landmark Raphael Hotel to Miami-based developer Crescent Heights. The 172-room Raphael Hotel, one of Starwood’s non-branded assets, was sold for more than $21 million.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Zhongshan Garden Hotel Company Limited have announced an agreement to have Starwood manage the Sheraton Zhongshan Hotel in the Guangdong province of China.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that the Aladdin Resort & Casino in Las Vegas officially became a member of Starwood’s portfolio of hotels and will soon to be flying a Sheraton flag. For the next 18 months, the hotel will continue to operate as The Aladdin as it begins a transformation of the more than 2,500 guest rooms, casino, the 7,000-seat Theater of the Performing Arts and restaurants.

February 11, 2002 - Business Travel News awarded W Hotels and Westin Hotels & Resorts the number one and two positions in the Upper-Upscale category, respectively, and Four Points by Sheraton number one in Mid-Price category.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Shanghai You You Group Company, Limited have announced an agreement to have Starwood manage the Sheraton Shanghai Hotel & Residences, Pudong in China. Scheduled to open in mid-2008, the hotel and residences will be part of a multi-purpose complex that houses the hotel in one tower and serviced residences, offices and retail space in the other two towers.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Ilan Sky Line Entertainment Company have announced a franchise agreement to operate the first international resort, the Sheraton Yilan Resort, in Yilan County, Taiwan. The newly built 180-room Sheraton Yilan Resort is scheduled to open in June 2006.

September 23, 2003 - After sleeping on hundreds of mattresses, pillows and bed linens, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts has developed the brand's newest signature: the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(SM) Bed. The luxurious multi-layered custom designed bed features a Sealy Posturepedic® Plush Top mattress, down and allergy sensitive pillows and crisp cotton sheets.

February 6, 2003 - Operating under both the Westin and Sheraton brands, Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort joins the three distinct areas of the resort, once known as Lighthouse Pointe, Breakers Cay, and Reef Village. Located in the exotic setting of Grand Bahama Island, the sprawling 372-acre, 1,260-room resort complex features two championship 18-hole golf courses, an expansive spa and fitness center, 14 themed restaurants and lounges, and is surrounded by pristine white sand and sparkling water.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.® today announced that it has reached an agreement with Las Vegas Sands Corporation to develop two hotels on the COTAI Strip development in Macao: The Sheraton® Macao Hotel and The St. Regis® Hotel & Residences, Macao.

In a quest to offer guests the very best entertainment programming during their stay and introduce new viewers to TNT’s hit drama series, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts and TNT have formed a unique relationship to bring guests an exclusive sneak preview of the second season premier episode of THE CLOSER, the highly rated, critically acclaimed crime drama, starring Golden Globe® and Screen Actors Guild Award® nominee Kyra Sedgwick (Something to Talk About, TNT’s Door to Door).

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Hainan Hua Neng Hai Bin Industrial Development Co. Ltd. have announced an agreement for Starwood to manage the Sheraton Haikou Resort, located in Haikou, the capital of Hainan Island, China. The newly built Sheraton Haikou Resort is scheduled to open in late 2005.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces that the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles was reflagged on May 20th, as the Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown. The 485-room hotel will undergo a $10 million renovation which will include modifications to guest rooms, meeting rooms and public space.

March 24, 2004 - The newly renovated 1,750-room Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers will become the first hotel in New York City to adopt fuel cell technology applications. Fuel cells are a clean and efficient source of energy and are believed to reduce harmful emissions as well as overall energy costs.

April 4, 2002 - The Symphony Towers Hotel, recently re-flagged as the Sheraton Suites San Diego, will delight guests with added amenities and services promised by the Sheraton name and now found in this first-class hotel.

The newly built 348-room Sheraton Xiamen Hotel is scheduled to open in June 2005 and will be the city’s first five-star hotel. With the opening of the Sheraton Xiamen, Starwood will have the largest inventory of upscale hotels in China, bringing the total number to 23.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today that they completed the sale of the 206-room Westin Embassy Row in Washington DC, the 264-room Sheraton Suites San Diego in CA and the Sheraton Framingham in MA to Pyramid Hotels Opportunity Venture II of Boston, MA for a total of $146 million.

January 28, 2003 - Located in the heart of Yalong Bay on the tropical Hainan Island, the 511-room resort commands a prime beachfront location and spectacular sea views. From the 21,500-square foot SPA center to the Seven Seas Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,400 people, guests will find all the upscale services and amenities that are uniquely Sheraton.

August 14, 2001 - Brand new custom-designed cribs, developed to be ultra-safe, stylish and comfortable.

March 10, 2004 - The opening of the 299-room hotel heralds both a new standard of luxury accommodation in Hanoi and the further expansion of Sheraton in Vietnam and Asia. Located on the picturesque shores of Hanoi's Tay Ho or West Lake, it is also centrally located within the business and tourist district of the city.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the reflagging of the Radisson Hotel San Diego to the Sheraton San Diego Hotel, Mission Valley.  The 260-room hotel, situated at 1433 Camino del Rio South, is located near two business districts, the San Diego Convention Center, several tourist attractions, 20 major restaurants, two shopping malls and a 27-hole golf course.

November 7, 2001 - For the fifth consecutive year, Sheraton has been voted the "Best Hotel Chain in Latin America for Business Travel" by Business Traveler International Magazine (BTI).

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the grand opening of Paraguay’s first international hotel, the Sheraton Asunción. The newly built hotel, located in the heart of Asunción, Paraguay’s fast-growing capital city, is designed to attract both the regional corporate market as well as international business travelers.

November 25, 2002 - A decision last week by the Supreme Court of the State of New York denied Starwood's former attorneys, LeBoeuf, Lamb, Greene & MacRae's motion to dismiss Starwood's complaint, allowing Starwood to proceed to discovery and trial in its malpractice suit against the law firm. This decision further validates the contention that the negative ruling against Sheraton Hotels & Resorts in the 1995 Woodley Road Case resulted from gross mishandling of Starwood's case by its former attorneys.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today the appointment of Chad Waetzig to Senior Vice President of Marketing for Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Starwood's largest and most global brand.

May 6, 2003 - There's a new spin at Sheraton Hotels and it can be seen in magazines and on televisions across America. Designed to spotlight its many upgrades and position the brand as the leader in the upscale hotel market, the campaign features a re-mix of the Rolling Stones' classic,  "Let's Spend the Night Together," and calls out to the guest that "Sheraton Has a New Spin."

May 1, 2004 - Today the Hilton Bellevue was reflagged as the Sheraton Bellevue Hotel. It will undergo a $4 million renovation, updating all public spaces, meeting facilities, guest rooms, as well as the restaurant and lounge

October 3, 2002 - Created to outfit sprawling suburban markets with innovative hotels at premium rates, the newly designed Sheraton and Westin hotel prototypes will offer the same quality as core brands Sheraton and Westin, but at a lower cost.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Ryan Companies US, Inc. announce the opening of the first Sheraton prototype design hotel in Minneapolis, MN.

April 18, 2002 - Since 1998, Starwood has invested more than $450 million renovating its Sheraton properties, and the latest series of improvements are designed to make the brand consistent, and more family and business traveler-friendly.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced today the grand opening of the Sheraton Read House in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The hotel, located in downtown Chattanooga, recently completed a $12 million restoration and is the newest addition to the Sheraton family, Starwood’s largest brand.

Amenities abound at this historic landmark building in Downtown St. Louis's City Center. 288 warm, artfully appointed rooms and suites are but the beginning of this great new hotel experience

February 26, 2003 - Ideally situated in the heart of Mexico City's Historical Center, this new hotel offers both the leisure and business traveler an excellent choice in hotel accommodations in the capital's downtown area. Travelers will find everything from the capital's largest meetings and events hotel facility, to 457 guest rooms including a 3,229-square foot Presidential Suite, a wide variety of restaurants and bars, and exceptional recreational facilities.

May 03, 2004 - Sheraton and its parent company, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., launched a $12 million advertising campaign designed to spotlight the brand's new signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed(SM).

June 21, 2001 - Starwood to Manage the new Sheraton Hotel and Golf Resort on Gran Canary Island, Spain.

January 7, 2002 - Starwood has earned the distinction of having 56 of its hotels and resorts included on Condé Nast Traveler's prestigious Gold List and Gold List Reserve featured in the magazine's January 2002 issue.