Dunkin' Donuts Opens Its 500th Restaurant In New York City

Located in the Times Square area of Manhattan at 323 West 42nd Street, the new location features Dunkin' Donuts' and Baskin-Robbins' new restaurant design concepts, which include bright and modern decor, digital menu displays, comfortable seating and updated furniture and lighting.

Dunkin' Donuts announced the grand opening of its 500th restaurant in New York City, which will be a combination restaurant with Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. With this latest store opening, Dunkin' Donuts remains the largest national retailer in New York City in terms of locations. To celebrate the occasion, the restaurant will host a grand opening celebration this morning complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, appearances by Dunkin' Brands leadership and New York City officials, as well as fun giveaways for the guests.

Located in the Times Square area of Manhattan at 323 West 42nd Street, the new location features Dunkin' Donuts' and Baskin-Robbins' new restaurant design concepts, which include bright and modern decor, digital menu displays, comfortable seating and updated furniture and lighting. Featuring electrical outlets and bar top areas for smartphones and computers, as well as a welcoming environment for guests to enjoy Dunkin' Donuts' and Baskin-Robbins' wide range of food and beverages in a friendly and fun atmosphere, the new restaurant will also offer free Wi-Fi Internet access for guests. The new restaurant will be open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week, and will employ approximately 20-25 crew members. Advertisement

The new restaurant will offer a complete menu of Dunkin' Donuts' great-tasting food and beverages that can be enjoyed all day, including favorites such as a wide variety of hot and iced coffee, lattes and cappuccinos and signature bakery items such as donuts and breakfast sandwiches. The location will also feature Baskin-Robbins' wide selection of delicious ice cream flavors, premium soft serve products, custom ice cream cakes, and flavorful beverages, including Milkshakes, Smoothies and Cappuccino Blast® frozen drinks.

"Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins are two of the world's most beloved brands, and we're excited about opening this location, which will provide those who pass through the 'crossroads of the world' with Dunkin' Donuts' fresh and affordable coffee and baked goods, and Baskin-Robbins' ice cream and frozen treats," said Nigel Travis, Dunkin' Brands' Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We're truly proud to be able to serve the people of New York City, at this location and at hundreds of others around town, and this celebration marks a continuation of our service to them."

Rich Greenstein and Howard Novick are the franchise partners for this combination Dunkin' Donuts / Baskin-Robbins location, and currently operate 22 Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins restaurants in the New York City metro area. Greenstein and Novick opened their first restaurant with the brands in 2006.

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Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood Opens in Utah

The hote is the fifth Hyatt-branded hotel in Utah and the second hotel built directly in Cottonwood Corporate Center.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) and Sequoia Development announced today the opening of Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood. The hote is the fifth Hyatt-branded hotel in Utah and the second hotel built directly in Cottonwood Corporate Center.

“We are excited to bring the Hyatt Place brand to the Cottonwood area with the opening of Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood”

Located just outside of the Cottonwood Corporate Center, Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood sits less than a half-mile from Old Mill Golf Course and in close proximity to University of Utah. Additionally, the hotel is within minutes of Snowbird, Alta, Solitude and Brighton ski resorts. Travelers year-round can visit nearby attractions such as the Living Plant Aquarium, Temple Square and Salt Lake Temple or admire the Salt Lake Valley views from the hotel’s outdoor heated pool and hot tub.

“Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood is located in a great area, and we’re looking forward to creating a positive travel experience for each and every guest that walks through our doors,” said Jeff Olpin, area general manager, Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood and Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Sandy. “Hyatt Place was designed for a lifestyle, not a demographic, and as a result, we are confident that everyone from business travelers to skiers will appreciate the open, intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food and beverage availability.”

Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood offers: 124 spacious guestrooms, all of which feature a 42-inch HDTV, the plush Hyatt Grand Bed® and a sectional sofa sleeper Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel Complimentary a.m. Kitchen SkilletTM, featuring freshly prepared breakfast sandwiches, a variety of fresh fruits, hot and cold cereal, yogurt, breads, premium coffee and an assortment of juices 3,200 square feet of flexible, high-tech meeting/function space 24/7 Gallery Menu serving made-to-order entrees and appetizers around the clock Intimate Coffee to Cocktails Bar serving specialty coffees, premium beers and wines and cocktails “We are excited to bring the Hyatt Place brand to the Cottonwood area with the opening of Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood,” said Kevin Ludlow, president, Sequoia Development. “Whether we are catering to business or leisure travelers, we know that our guests will appreciate the comfortable and functional amenities offered at Hyatt Place.” Advertisement

HYATT PLACE SALT LAKE CITY/COTTONWOOD LEADERSHIP

Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood is under the leadership of Area General Manager Jeff Olpin and Director of Sales Nicholas Elmore. In his role, Olpin is directly responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the hotel, including overseeing the hotel’s 35 associates and ensuring guests encounter the purposeful service for which Hyatt Place is known. Elmore is responsible for providing sales service and support to travelers and meeting planners frequenting the Salt Lake City and Cottonwood area.

ABOUT HYATT PLACE

Launched in 2006, Hyatt Place brings to the upscale select-service hotel category the authentic hospitality for which Hyatt is known. Inspired by multitasking travellers’ 24/7 lifestyle, Hyatt Place combines stylish design and practical amenities with forward-thinking technology and purposeful service. Hyatt Place hotels feature complimentary Wi-Fi access and remote printing, a 24-hour StayFit@Hyatt fitness center, a coffee and wine bar serving specialty coffees and premium wine, beer and spirits, complimentary a.m. Kitchen SkilletTM, featuring freshly prepared breakfast sandwiches, and a Grab ’n Go case stocked with sandwiches and hand tossed salads. The new Gallery Menu, Fresh 24/7 offers entrées and appetizers around the clock. Specially trained Gallery Hosts offer assistance with everything from directions to check-in to a freshly made meal. Spacious guestrooms are designed to help guests perfectly blend their lifestyle of work and play, featuring the Hyatt Grand Bed®, Cozy Corner sofa sectional, work center, 42-inch HDTV and the Hyatt Plug Panel media center.

Hyatt Place, a brand of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, offers more than 170 locations throughout the United States, as well as locations in Costa Rica and India.

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Hosted buyer registration opens for IBTM India

Hosted Buyer registration has gone live for IBTM India (www.ibtmevents.com/IBTM-India/) and meetings industry suppliers from across the continent as well as those from overseas are part of the growing list of suppliers who will be attending the first event at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai from 12-14 September 2013.

IBTM India, a tabletop event for Hosted Buyers only, is looking to pre-qualify meetings professionals who have guaranteed domestic and international business to place. There will be Hosted Buyer places for 50 international and 50 domestic planners who will participate in 2.5 days of business, education and networking. There will also be a half-day education conference to facilitate knowledge and debate about key industry trends and topics relevant to the Indian MICE market.

“The Indian inbound MICE sector is growing rapidly with the automotive industry, IT sector, pharma, textile, publishing, engineering and medicine fields leading the way in conferences taking place in the country. Mumbai is home to a number of national and international companies’ regional headquarters so we also expect to attract corporate buyers from the city itself. At the same time, our international meeting planners will be able to see suppliers from across the Indian Continent,” said Shinu Pillai, IBTM India Project Manager.

Rolf Düngefeld, Managing Director, GTC German Tours & Conferences who will also attend IBTM India as an international Hosted Buyer commented, “GTC German Tours & Conference is a world-wide operating Event Management Company. Our core business is organising Congresses, Conferences, Live Marketing Projects, Corporate Events and Incentive Trips. IBTM India is a very important event and of great interest to us because India is a growing market for us. This year in January we have organised a Global Sports Congress in Amravati with 400 delegates and we have other requests for India. This is why our attendance at IBTM will be very helpful”.

Suppliers from the Indian continent attending the first IBTM India include Hotels, Professional Conference Organisers , Destination Management Companies and Travel Management Companies. Creative Travel, Liberty Incentives, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Incentive Destinations, TWU – Travel With Us Pbt Ltd., Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, Hyderabad Convention Visitors Bureau, Travel Corporation of India, and Kuoni MICE Division are just a few of those participating.

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Hyatt Regency Hotel opens in Gurgaon

Hyatt Hotels has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Gurgaon in New Delhi’s National Capital Region.

Located in the rapidly expanding business and residential city of Gurgaon, Hyatt Regency Gurgaon has the largest meeting space and room inventory in the city.

Spread over six acres, Hyatt Regency Gurgaon is strategically located off the Delhi-Jaipur Highway at the gateway of Gurgaon’s commercial district.

The hotel is conveniently located 30 minutes from Indira Gandhi International Airport and is an ideal base for tourists covering the ‘golden triangle’ of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

“We are proud to announce the opening of Hyatt Regency Gurgaon in the same year that Hyatt will celebrate 30 years of Hyatt-branded hotels in India.

“The Hyatt Regency brand features elaborate meeting and convention facilities in key business destinations and Hyatt Regency Gurgaon does a wonderful job showcasing those brand elements,” said Pablo Graf, senior vice president, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, south-west Asia.

“This is an exciting time for us to be in Gurgaon, which is one of the largest corporate and residential hubs in the country.

“We believe that the rapid growth of this area, combined with proximity to the nation’s capital, will make our hotel ideal for state-of-the-art meetings, conferences, social events, and weddings,” noted Federico Mantoani, general manager, Hyatt Regency Gurgaon.

Contemporary décor and vibrant hues distinguish the lobby and 16 floors of the hotel.

The interiors create a relaxing ambience offering guests a spacious and comfortable environment in the midst of a bustling city.

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