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Mom Turns Grief into Advocacy & Wins the 4RentonFripp.com Free Fripp Island Vacation Getaway
4RentOnFripp.com announces the winner of their recent Facebook contest for a 5-Day Free Fripp Island Vacation Getaway. - November 13, 2011 - Marketing Specifics
Winter Rates and Free-Night Specials Make Brett/Robinson a Good Holiday Vacation Choice
The Thanksgiving holiday is only a couple weeks away, but consumers don’t have to wait until the day after to find great deals—particularly when it comes to vacation deals. Those looking for a fall/winter getaway to the Gulf will likely find Brett/Robinson’s recently lowered rates... - November 13, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Status Solutions Features Differentiation at the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show (IHMRS) 2011
Members of international hotel and lodging associations and IHMRS attendees will have the opportunity to learn how SARA and CATIE can help their facilities prevent loss of life, property, business and convenience, while at the same time offering an amenity and communication tool to their guests. - November 12, 2011 - Status Solutions
Los Poblanos Inn & Organic Farm Receives Fodor's 100 Hotel Award in International "Best Of" Category
Historic Inn Property in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico Wins International Recognition, Acclaim for "Local Flavor" Experience - November 12, 2011 - Los Poblanos Inn
Milestone Wins Over 30 Awards for Hotel Website Design and Internet Marketing Strategies
Milestone is proud of its track record of consistently producing search engine-friendly websites that deliver a high rate of return on investment and adhere to best practice programming guidelines provided by the search engines. - November 12, 2011 - Milestone Internet Marketing, Inc.
Mickey Rourke Gets a Great Honor and His Girlfriend is Wearing Tiret "Moments" Watch
Mickey Rourke gets hand and footprints ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre. On Monday, October 31, the 59-year-old actor became the 254th celebrity to have his handprints and footprints immortalized in cement near the Grauman's Chinese Theatre. With him his girlfriend Anastasia Makarenko wearing Tiret watch from “Moments” collection. - November 11, 2011 - Tiret New York
Kick Off Your Snow Boots and Stick Your Feet in the Sand This Christmas at Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Santa will swap his sleigh and eight reindeer for a sleek jet ski to hand out candy and gifts - November 10, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
HotelTravel.com and Worldhotels Sign Distribution Agreement
HotelTravel.com and Worldhotels have inked a distribution agreement that will give HotelTravel.com customers more hotels to choose from in key destinations around the world. - November 09, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Vector180 Brings Best Western Properties Into Compliance with New High Speed Internet Access Requirements
Vector180, an established provider of high-speed WiFi solutions, today announced that it is working with a number of Best Western Hotel properties to get them into compliance with their new High Speed Internet Access (HSIA) standards. Vector180 sees momentum building as hotel owners seek to be in... - November 07, 2011 - Vector180 LLC
Edinburgh Hotel Group Bookings Surge in 2011
Hotel bookings made by groups visiting Edinburgh have surged in the past 12 months, according to figures from Hotels.tv Edinburgh, the accommodation booking experts. Group accommodation bookings made by Hotels.tv in Edinburgh have increased by 32% in 2011 compared to 2010. Ian Jamieson, Regional... - November 06, 2011 - Hotels.tv in Edinburgh
Yo-Fi Wellness is Named as an Elite Partner of Stark Service Solutions, LLC
Yo-Fi Wellness combines fitness, technology, and a new opportunity for residual income for the Hospitality Industry’s long term financial wellness via a new on-property fitness option for hotels and their guests. - November 05, 2011 - Yo-Fi Wellness, LLC
Mobile Housekeeping & Maintenance Touch System™ is Changing the Hospitality Industry
The latest Stark Service Solutions software solution is extremely inexpensive and helps hotels to be more efficient in managing both cleanliness and maintenance. - November 04, 2011 - Stark Service Solutions, LLC
Accor Introduces Ibis to Japan
Ibis Tokyo Shinjuku opening in the famous Shinjuku area on November 1 heralds the arrival of Accor’s strongest hotel brand to Japan. - November 04, 2011 - Accor
LodgeGate Implements RateTiger for Seamless Online Booking Connectivity
RTConnect selected by Dutch PMS to expand rate and inventory distribution. - November 04, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Celebrates Responsible Business Week in Partnership with National Geographic’s Center for Sustainable Destinations
Employees participate in activities to sustain and enhance Cozumel Island - November 04, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Vector180, Installs New WiFi System at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Vector180, an established provider of high-speed WiFi solutions, today announced the installation of its “Managed WiFi System” in the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino in Dover, Del. - November 03, 2011 - Vector180 LLC
HotelTravel.com Launches Mobile Website
HotelTravel.com is launching its mobile website, m.hoteltravel.com, for customers on the move. Wherever people travel, m.HotelTravel.com is now just a touch away for tablet or smart phone users on any independent mobile platform. - November 02, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
evolution by Great Hotels of the World and buuteeq Partner to Help Hotels Thrive in the Digital Marketplace
To coincide with World Travel Market in London next week, leading hospitality e-commerce solution provider evolution by Great Hotels of the World and buuteeq, innovator of the world’s first digital marketing system for hotels, has announced a sales and marketing partnership. evolution now... - October 29, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the Excelsior Hotel Malta
The management and staff at the Grand Hotel Excelsior are extremely honoured to have had the opportunity to host the US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during her successful visit to Malta on the 18th October. The Grand Hotel Excelsior strongly believes in its commitment to promote Maltese... - October 29, 2011 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
Castlewood Group Benefit from Phuket’s High Hotel Occupancies Which Are Attracting Investors
2011 has seen a healthy increase in hotel occupancy rates in Phuket attracting many hotel investors to invest in the resorts three to four star hotels, claiming these offer the healthiest income and biggest returns. - October 29, 2011 - Castlewood Group PTE LTD
Christoph Voegeli Appointed General Manager of Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Christoph Voegeli as General Manager with effect from 10 October 2011. Mr. Voegeli joins the Meritus team following his assignment with the InterContinental Hotels Group as General Manager of Holiday Inn Melaka, a... - October 29, 2011 - Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Guests Eat to Earn HHonors Bonus Points at American Liberty Hospitality's Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria
Earning dream vacation packages and free hotel stays is easy as enjoying a juicy NY Strip Steak with Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria’s new Experience Taste Bud Bliss offer for Hilton HHonors members. Guests at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria, 3201 Sage Road between Westheimer and... - October 28, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
Thanksgiving Champagne Brunch at The Woodlands Resort Features Traditional Dishes and Premium Selections
Take the hassle out of Thanksgiving with The Woodlands Resort’s annual Thanksgiving Day Champagne Brunch. The Resort’s culinary team has put together a dazzling array of Thanksgiving dinner favorites for families and friends to enjoy on Thursday, November 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 2... - October 28, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
A Marriage of Two Brands to Promote the Luxury Travel Category to Australia, and Other International Cities
Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) and The Cape Club have established a joint venture to provide fully escorted luxury travel services into Vietnam/ South East Asia. - October 27, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
evolution Technology by Great Hotels of the World Finds 40% of Corporate Negotiated Rates Are Not Visible on the GDS
evolution launches new service offering to combat results of research. evolution (http://www.evolutiondistribution.com), the hospitality e-commerce and e-distribution provider, has conducted research on over 200 hotels worldwide. The findings have been analysed, and demonstrate that 40% of... - October 27, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Oasis Park Hotel Manila Features Newly Refurbished Modern Hotel Rooms
The new hotel rooms in Manila Philippines for Oasis Park Hotel feature modern amenities and comfort for hotel accommodations. - October 26, 2011 - Oasis Park Hotel
Langham Hospitality Group and LRA Worldwide Develop Guest Experience Assessment Program
Langham Hospitality Group has partnered with LRA Worldwide, Inc., to evaluate how well Langham associates connect the guest emotionally with its legendary past, using LRA’s proprietary Emotional Audit framework. - October 25, 2011 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Le Meridien Amman Welcomes Swedish Artist Lundén in Continuation to Iits UNLOCK ART™ Programme
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, has recently welcomed the visual Swedish artist Ragnhild Lundén, as she prepared for her second cross cultural exhibition in Jordan; “Intuition and Imagination” at the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts; Le... - October 25, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Grand Canyon Tour and Travel Launches VIP Spirit Product Line
Grand Canyon Tour and Travel is thrilled to announce the official launch of their new VIP Spirit product line. VIP Spirit was developed to service travelers seeking a more personalized experience on their destination tours from Las Vegas. The heart of VIP Spirit starts with its’ top of the... - October 20, 2011 - Grand Canyon Tour and Travel
Sensory 3 Restaurant and Lounge Launches New Menu Featuring Old and New Dishes
Sensory 3 Restaurant and Lounge located in the Presque Isle Downs and Casino officially launched their new menu Oct. 12, 2011. The new menu celebrates Sensory 3’s classic La Bonne Vie steakhouse roots and introduces new eclectic specialties that are sure to spark the wildest of... - October 19, 2011 - MTR
Rock Steady Adventure - Outdoor Adventure Website
York-based outdoor adventure company, Rock Steady Adventure, are redeveloping their website so people seeking outdoor experiences across Yorkshire can find and book adrenalin fuelled courses such as rock climbing, gorge walking, mountain biking and caving. Rock Steady Adventure selected... - October 19, 2011 - Rock Steady Adventure
RateTiger Adds Enhanced Intelligence Reporting
Hoteliers gain greater reservation control to optimize sales channel performance. - October 19, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.
Brook Hotels Improves Revenue by Managing Advanced Rates Through RateTiger
British hotel chain implements channel manager to improve room rate performance and bookings. - October 17, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.
Great Hotels of the World Announces New Hotel Opening in India
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) are pleased to announce the opening of a brand new hotel – Syna Tiger Resort - on 17 October 2011, following a four-year development at a cost of approximately $1.8 million. - October 16, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Your Hotel™ Worldwide Installs Unlimited Distribution Throughout Portfolio
Hotel sales & marketing solutions provider and support services company rolls out its new integrated reservation and channel connectivity technology to member hotels. - October 15, 2011 - Your Hotel™ Worldwide
EYEWIDE Internet Marketing Agency Launched the New Site of Hotel Lazareto in Monemvasia, Greece
Eyewide Internet Marketing Agency – a company providing web development and Internet Marketing Services – launched the brand new internet site of Hotel Lazareto (http://www.lazareto.gr). - October 14, 2011 - Eyewide Internet Marketing Services
Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association New Advertising Campaign
HCP/Aboard Publishing has announced the launch of OurJamaicaMagazine.com which is the online component to the award winning Our Jamaica Magazine, the official visitors guide of the JHTA (Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association). The website features events and offers, a digital edition of the... - October 13, 2011 - HCP/Aboard Publishing
Exclusive Escapes Offers Free Room and Villa Upgrades for 2012
Turkey specialist, Exclusive Escapes (www.exclusiveescapes.co.uk 020 8605 3500) is offering free upgrades – worth up to 25% off – on bookings for its 2012 coastal holidays made before 31 October 2011. - October 13, 2011 - Exclusive Escapes
Baker St. Pub & Grill Hosts Free Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest
Proceeds from the sale of Jekyll & Hyde and BOOcardi Punch cocktails will benefit Austin Pets Alive, a non-profit organization dedicated to making Austin a no-kill city. - October 12, 2011 - Baker St. Pub & Grill
A Breakfast Suited to the Corporate Needs
Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa, launched the Corporate Breakfast – a quick breakfast suited for the fast pace lifestyle of the business client. - October 12, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
ibis Opens a New Hotel in South Korea’s Largest Port City
ibis Ambassador Busan City Centre arrives as the city’s newest international quality economy accommodation located in the heart of Busan, South Korea. - October 12, 2011 - Accor
Join Iberian Traveler & Maribel's Guides in Savoring the Best of Spain, Portugal and the South of France
Iberian Traveler - Maribel's Guides have announced exclusive tours in Spain, Portugal and the South of France in 2012. - October 10, 2011 - Iberian Traveler
Don’t Miss "THE DEAL" Brought to You by The Cove of Lake Geneva
The Cove of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin’s Premier All Suite Condominium Resort and Conference Center, is currently offering amazing discounts during their current promotion, “THE DEAL.” “THE DEAL” will be offering savings of up to 50% off on one night stays through October... - October 09, 2011 - Geneva Hospitality
Celebrate the Indian Cuisines with Indian Chefs Qureshi Brothers at Rang Mahal Restaurant
As part of Rembrandt Hotel’s continuing tradition to celebrate Indian Grande Cuisines and showcase Indian culinary heritage, Rembrandt Hotel is delighted to present the special Indian Cuisine for dinner only, during October 13th – 22nd at award-winning Rang Mahal Restaurant on the 26th... - October 09, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Hotel Le Manoir Bogotá Launches a Secured Online Direct Reservation System
Hotel Le Manoir Bogotá introduces its website’s newly integrated online direct reservation system for safer, faster, and easier booking. - October 07, 2011 - DirectWithHotels
A New Mercure Opens Its Doors in Krabi
Mercure Krabi Deevana welcomes guests to meet and relax in this paradise on earth. - October 07, 2011 - Accor
Welcome American Women’s Club at The Rembrandt Hotel
A great chance to have fun and support an important local charity. The Wild West Diamonds & Denim Casino Night on Oct 15th at Rembrandt's Ballroom hosted by The American Women's Club of Thailand. Proceeds of this event will go to The Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer. - October 06, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
New Line of Eco-Friendly Drapery Fabrics from FactoryDirectDrapes.com
The eco-Friendly Drapery Fabric collection offers natural fabrics like organic 100% pure cotton, hemp and recycled fabrics. - October 05, 2011 - Factory Direct Drapes
WageWatch Study Shows Modest Wage Increases for Lodging Industry in 2011
After two years of pay cuts, wage freezes or miniscule increases, this year was expected to be one of modest pay increases for the hotel industry, based on a WageWatch survey of over 2,400 hotel properties across the nation conducted last November 2010. However, through September of this year, Pullen noted, "Actual pay increases reported were about half of what they had planned." - October 05, 2011 - WageWatch, Inc.
Dubrovnik Palace Hotel and the Blue Planet Diving Centre Receive the "5 Star Dive Resort" Certificate from PADI
The Dubrovnik Palace Hotel’s "Blue Planet" diving centre has been awarded the "PADI Five Star Dive Resort" certificate from the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). - October 05, 2011 - adriatic luxury hotels