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Scientific Capital Arranges the Acquisition Financing of the Sleep Inn in Walterboro, South Carolina
Scientific Capital Group arranges a 1.7 MM SBA 7a loan for the acquisition of the Sleep Inn in Walterboro, South Carolina. The project was financed through an FDIC lender at 70% Loan to Value. A good news for those with an existing 7(a) loan or those who are planning to finance their hotels... - August 12, 2011 - Scientific Capital Group, Inc.
Green Key Global to Present at West Coast Green Lodging Conference
Green Key Global, the operators of the Green Key Eco-Rating Program, has been invited to address the 2nd Annual West Coast Green Lodging Conference (WCGLC) later this month. The Green Key session, titled “Third-Party Green Certification – What’s the Return,” will be presented on Monday, August 22nd at 3:30 PM at the Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel & Ski Resort. - August 12, 2011 - Green Key Global
TripFab Works on Building a Travel Product That Promises to Change the Entire Travel Industry
A new group of individuals are coming up with a new travel product which, they claim, will make the travel industry "c**p" its pants as stated on their coming soon page (http://www.tripfab.com). On an interview with the CEO and co-founder of this company about the development and goals of... - August 11, 2011 - TripFab
World Famous Waldorf Hotel Tiki Bar Welcomes Voodoo Tiki Tequila
The Waldorf Hotel Tiki Bar will be offering iconic beverages including the popular "Desert Rose Prickly Pear Margarita" and the brand new “Voodoo Magic” cocktail. - August 11, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
700-Foot Slip-and-Slide Debuts at Louisiana’s Cypress Bend Resort
There will be no lack of water at Toledo Bend Lake’s largest resort. What is believed to be one of the longest slip-and-slides in America, measuring more than 700 feet with an 80-foot descent, the Cypress Bend Screamer will be unveiled for one day only - Saturday, August 20 - at... - August 11, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
RateTiger Introduces Price Transparency with Intelligent Rate Data
RTSnapShot helps corporate buyers better understand hotel rates. - August 11, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.
Stay Free at the Rembrandt Hotel
The Rembrandt Hotel partners with Thai Airways and TAT offering a super special package for those who fly with Thai Airways from Sweden to Thailand to stay free at the Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok during August – September 2011. - August 11, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
All Three Pacific Resort Hotel Group Properties Finalists in the 2011 HM Awards
Pacific Resort Hotel Group properties; Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa have all been named as a Finalists in the 2011 HM Awards for Hotel & Accommodation Excellence, with winners due to be announced at the gala dinner in Sydney on... - August 10, 2011 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Homewood Suites by Hilton – Austin-South/Airport Earns TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Presidian Hotels & Resorts today announced that its Homewood Suites by Hilton – Austin South/Airport has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, which honors top-rated lodging businesses, restaurants and attractions, as reviewed by travelers on the world’s largest travel... - August 10, 2011 - Presidian Hotels & Resorts
Scranton Products’ Restroom Partitions at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville a Slam Dunk for Fans
More than 300 bathroom stalls were upgraded at the KFC Yum! Center stadium in Louisville with Scranton Products' Hiny Hiders HDPE partitions. They will stand up to rowdy fans, scratches, dents and bacteria. - August 09, 2011 - Scranton Products
Voodoo Tiki Tequila Teams with Pelican Beach Resort
The Pelican Beach Resort will be offering iconic Voodoo Tiki Tequila cocktails and gourmet margaritas including the famous "Desert Rose Prickly Pear Margarita." - August 08, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
eRevMax Expands Its Global Footprint in America, Africa & Asia
RateTiger & SimpleDistribution establish a presence in South America, Australia, South Africa and China. - August 06, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.
Surprise, The Terra Cotta Inn Nude and Topless Sunbathing Resort. Palm Springs is Southern California's Most Popular Resort According to the Los Angeles Times
Many people are in a rut because of the hustle and bustle of life. They eat at the same bland chain restaurants. Buy groceries at the same big chain store. Vacation at the same boring chain hotels. Break out of the rut. The Los Angeles Times Newspaper created the 2011 Readers Choice Awards. Readers now know the best that Southern California has to offer. And as a pleasant surprise, the most popular resort selected was The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa of sunny Palm Springs. - August 05, 2011 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Scenic Hotel Auckland Invests Over $85,000 for Best Rugby World Cup Views
Scenic Hotel Auckland ensures its guests get a great view of the Rugby World Cup 2011 in New Zealand whether they have the much-prized match tickets or not. - August 05, 2011 - Scenic Hotel Group
Great Hotels of the World Launches New RFP Tool on Meeting Planners’ Website
New tool makes it easier and quicker for planner to complete the RFP process. - August 05, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Scientific Capital Arranges 4.1MM SBA Hotel Loan for an Independent Hotel in Amarillo, TX
Scientific Capital Group arranges a 4.1 MM SBA 7a loan for the refinance of an independent 185 room hotel in Amarillo, Texas. The project was financed through an FDIC lender at 68% Loan to Value (LTV) with the combined LTV of 75% including the seller carry. Hotel financing has remained anemic in... - August 04, 2011 - Scientific Capital Group, Inc.
Low Rates, Live Entertainment Keep the Summer Fun Going This Labor Day at the Woodlands Resort
School may be back in session, but families can still take advantage of a summer getaway over the extended Labor Day weekend. - August 04, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Montara Hospitality Holdings Announces New General Manager for Boathouse, Kata Beach, Phuket Thailand
Narong Pattamasaevi, Chairman, Montara Hospitality Holdings Co. Ltd., has announced Marie Laure Fleury will be appointed General Manager of Boathouse, the legendary 37-room boutique resort on Kata Beach, Phuket, Thailand. - August 04, 2011 - Boathouse Resort
Lake Lanier Islands' Chef Rick Whorf Brings Something New to the Table
Introduction of New Culinary Talent at Lakeside Resort Could Cause a Stir in North Georgia - August 03, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
Mai-BS (Thailand) Takes Another Project in Bangladesh
Mai-BS (Thailand) has signed an agreement with DuSai Hotel & Resorts Ltd to develop a 5-star category Eco-Resort in the naturally beautiful part of north-eastern Bangladesh. It will be the first true Eco-boutique resort development in the country featuring 78 rooms and suites and a four-bedroom... - August 03, 2011 - Mai-BS (Thailand) by Karl&Erna Co.; Ltd
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Earns Fodor’s Choice 2011 Distinction From Fodor’s Travel
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa has been recognized as a Fodor’s Choice 2011 selection by Fodor’s, the leading name in travel information. This distinction designates Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort as a leading hotel for service, quality and... - August 03, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Epoque Hotels Represents the Hempel Hotel, London
Epoque Hotels welcomes a new member - the Hempel Hotel, London to its boutique hotels collection. - August 02, 2011 - Epoque Hotels
The Rembrandt Hotel Partnered with the Palace Luzern to Promote Thai Food
The Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok recently partnered with the Palace Luzern, a luxury hotel in Switzerland, to promote a Thai food festival at Luzern during June 27th until July 10th 2011. - July 29, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
EcoCamp Patagonia Introduces Off-Peak Dome & Breakfast
All clients booking to stay at EcoCamp in September/October 2011 and April 2012 receive 30% discount. - July 28, 2011 - Cascada Expediciones
CT Mansion Featured in Great Inns
The Boardman House is Featured in Great Inns, Bed & Breakfasts, and Guesthouses Book Edited by Damir Sinovcic and Molly Teter Webb. - July 28, 2011 - Boardman House B&B, LLC
Great Hotels of the World Launches Great Signs of the World Competition
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance, has launched a brand new photography competition where entrants will send in photos of the greatest signs they have come across during their travels or even in their own town. Great Hotels of the... - July 28, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
The Rembrandt Hotel Welcomes Rotarians to Thailand
The Rembrandt Hotel would like to welcome all Rotarians to the 2012 Rotary International Convention, which will be arranged at Impact Arena Muangthong Thani, Thailand. - July 27, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
The Hilton President Hotel in Kansas City Earns The Prestigious Four Diamond Award
For the third year in a row, the Hilton President Kansas City has recently been awarded the AAA 4 Diamond rating. - July 25, 2011 - Presidian Hotels & Resorts
Great Hotels of the World Reports Increase in Meeting and Incentive Enquiries
Year-on-year increase in enquiries signals healthy growth in the MICE market. - July 24, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Hotel Industry Stimulus Plan Unveiled to Increase Occupancy Rates in a Down Economy
Barter Media Solutions has announced today the roll out of a $200 million dollar stimulus plan designed to help resorts and hotels and Convention & Visitor Bureaus in today's challenging economy. - July 22, 2011 - Barter Media Solutions
Villa Marco Polo Inn in Victoria, B.C. Earns IFWTWA Excellence Award in Hospitality
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in hospitality around the world. - July 21, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
Deetjen's Big Sur Inn Earns IFWTWA Excellence Award in Hospitality
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in hospitality around the world. - July 21, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
Quikbook.com Online Travel Agency Teams Up with Top San Diego Hotels to Offer Two (2) Hotel Stay Giveaways
Exclusive “San Diego Hotels Giveaway” by Quikbook.com offers the chance win one of two great prizes: a free two (2) night stay at San Diego's Hotel Del Coronado or La Costa Resort & Spa. - July 21, 2011 - Quikbook.com
The Mission Inn, Riverside, California Earns IFWTWA Excellence Award in Hospitality
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in hospitality around the world. - July 21, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
Le Meridien Amman Offer Members of Its Award-Winning Loyalty Program SPG Special Offers and Rewards
Le Meridien Amman and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Offer Members of its Award-Winning Loyalty Programme; Starwood Preferred Guest, Special Offers and Rewards in Celebration of Ramadan. - July 21, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
The Pike's Waterfront Lodge Web-Page Has Just Gotten an Update: Features Include a New Reservation System, Blog, and Gallery
Pike’s Waterfront Lodge is releasing a revamped version of their website. New features include a picture gallery of the rooms, garden, and grounds; an integrated weekly blog and Facebook page; new room details and more information about the joint Future Farmers of America and UAF hydroponics... - July 20, 2011 - Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Great Hotels of the World Removes All Booking and Credit Card Fees
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance, is delighted to announce that it has removed all booking and credit card fees from its website. Customers are now able to book online without facing any additional charges associated with their... - July 20, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Ciragan Palace Kempinski Hotel, Istanbul, Earns IFWTWA Excellence Award in Hospitality
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in hospitality around the world. - July 20, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
The Edgewater, Seattle, Earns IFWTWA Excellence Award in Hospitality
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in hospitality around the world. - July 20, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
Brett/Robinson Early Fall Rates Begin in August
Summer has only recently begun, but Brett/Robinson has some good news for those already looking forward to the perks of autumn: fall rates for vacation rentals are about to begin. August 1st marks the beginning of the company’s early fall season. This means Gulf Shores & Orange Beach... - July 17, 2011 - Brett Robinson
The Rembrandt Hotel Joins in Muangthai 360 Degrees Event
The Rembrandt Hotel will join in Muangthai 360 degrees event during 22 -24 July 2011 at MCC Hall, The Mall Bangkapi. - July 09, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Happy 18th Anniversary to the Rembrandt Hotel
The Rembrandt Hotel celebrated its 18th anniversary on July 5, 2011. The celebration of this special day started with Mr. Suphat Sivasriaumphai, Managing Director, presiding over a traditional Thai monk ceremony and an award ceremony granting service awards to Rembrandt’s associates in the... - July 07, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Travel the Jersey Shore in Style and Comfort Highlight: Cranbury Inn, Seaside Heights
The Cranbury Inn has undergone an extensive renovation at the Jersey Shore. The hotel has taken a step to promote quality in Seaside Heights, NJ. The renovation took more than 6 months to complete with changes made to the entire consumer experience. - July 05, 2011 - Cranbury Inn
Tropicana Las Vegas Resort and Casino Selects Market Metrix for Guest Feedback System
Newly Transformed Tropicana Las Vegas Delivers Personalized Guest Experiences - July 02, 2011 - Market Metrix
StarCity Recreation Floor to Open on July 1st
Swimming Pool, Fitness Center, Beauty Salon, Sauna and Spa are now available at StarCity as soon as its recreation floor opens. - July 02, 2011 - StarCity Saigon Hotel
Chef Ainer Dazzles at the 5th Manila Food and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX) 2011
The Sous Chef of the Barramundi Grill Hotel Restaurant of the Oasis Park Hotel Manila, Chef Ainer presented his culinary skills at the WORLDBEX Services International, the Manila Food and Beverages Expo 2011 (MAFBEX). - June 30, 2011 - Oasis Park Hotel
Japanese Mountain Retreat Utilizing Victoria's World Class Spa Facilities
Japanese Mountain Retreat's knack of utilizing world class spa facilities and natural attributes including mineral springs and geothermal waters, has steered couples to Victoria’s mountain regions for a relaxing escape. Victoria is the leading destination for spa and wellness tourism in... - June 29, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa Delivers Ground-Breaking Above Average Operational Management and Customer Service Skills
The team of spa therapists at Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa provide unique Japanese style surroundings through special and ground-breaking operational management and customer service skills. - June 29, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
Le Meridien Amman Conducts a Fire Drill to Maintain Safety Measures in Case of Emergency
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, organized a fire drill involving all hotel employees. The purpose of the drill was to provide tactical experience, sufficient knowledge and training for the employees as well as empower them to calmly face and handle all circumstances... - June 29, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Cold Calling Concierge Welcomes Decreasing Business as a Success
Clients Freezing Their Accounts And for Good Reason… - June 24, 2011 - Cold Calling Concierge