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Accor and IMPACT Exhibition Management Team Up to Open Novotel Bangkok Impact
Novotel Bangkok Impact will be located within one of Asia’s largest dedicated Event, Convention and Exhibition Centres - October 07, 2010 - Accor
Melbourne's Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa Says 'Konichiwa' to World Tourism Trends
With the advent of internet-based research and trade, businesses are finding more than ever that their unique selling points are the key to success. Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa, a boutique Melbourne weekend escape venue, is finding that this uniqueness, along with attention to... - October 06, 2010 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
Science Provides the 'Why' of Love, Balinese Retreat Provides the 'How'
Balinese Retreat, boutique Melbourne couples accommodation, is helping couples put into practice the theories of love that science has uncovered over the past years. - October 06, 2010 - Balinese Retreat
NFHLA Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Big Success
North Florida Hotel and Lodging Association day of golf benefits Claude Collins Hospitality Scholarship, an association community service that began in 1976. - October 03, 2010 - NFHLA
Marriott Executive Apartments Manama Celebrated International Housekeepers Week 2010
The Marriott Executive Apartments Manama in Bahrain has recently hosted the global celebration of Housekeepers Appreciation Week 2010, marking the completion of a 7-days commemoration of recognizing and appreciating housekeepers in the hotel industry. Marriott International announced the week... - October 02, 2010 - Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Bahrain
New Book Encourages Young Travelers to Plan Their Disney Vacation
"Kid Tips for Walt Disney World" is interactive from beginning to end. It includes tips from kids that will help you plan your vacation, as well as removable components to employ on the trip. This is truly a learning and sharing opportunity that only a teacher-author could arrange. Young travelers between the ages of 7 and 15 years of age wrote and shared their experiences with the author. - October 01, 2010 - Vacation Field Guides
Epoque Club: September 3, 2010 in Beijing
Epoque Hotels has launched Epoque Club on September 3, 2010 at Hotel G Beijing. The president of Epoque Hotels, Mr. David Maranzana, joined this event and welcomed all the new members and participants. Epoque Hotels is a collection of worldwide avant-garde, trendy-chic, and luxury-classic boutique hotels based in over 120 destinations. - September 30, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Villas De Maitre Introduces the "Celebrate Together," a New Style of Luxury Villa Wedding in Mauritius
Villa Tiara in Poste Lafayette has lush tropical gardens with swaying palm trees, exotic aromatic flowers and a quiet beachfront location for the ceremony with tropical breezes, sparkling blue sea and a pristine sandy beach. The villa offers personal service and these elements make the big day a delicate and personalised work of art. - September 28, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
Le Méridien Amman Commemorates United Nations International Day of Peace
Le Méridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, commemorated on the 21st of September the International Day of Peace, which was established by a United Nations resolution in 1981 and was first celebrated in September 1982. In 2002 the General Assembly officially declared... - September 26, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Stay, Shop and Win with Accor Hotels in Bangkok
17 Accor hotels in Bangkok have partnered with King Power Duty Free to offer the ‘Shop in Bangkok’ package adding to the many reasons to head to Bangkok for that next getaway. - September 24, 2010 - Accor
A New Website Featuring Vietnam Luxury Hotels for People Who Care Where They Stay in Vietnam
Luxury Travel Company to Unveil a Selection of Hotels www.VietnamLuxuryHotels.com for People Who Care Where They Stay - September 23, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Stark Service Solutions Receives the MD Preferred Service Award
Being exclusively recognized by MD Preferred is truly an honor and offers an immediate cure to increasing occupancy for hotels using Stark programs. - September 23, 2010 - Stark Service Solutions, LLC
The Cove of Lake Geneva Donates to Gives Kids the World
This summer The Cove of Lake Geneva hosted Ice Cream Socials every Saturday at the resort in benefit of the foundation, Give Kids the World. - September 22, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
New General Manager Announced for Anantara’s First Resort in China
Anantara Resorts and Spa’s, one of Asia Pacific’s largest hospitality companies, is proud to announce Andrew Turner as General Manager for the Anantara brand’s first property in China - Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa - due to open in 2011. Renowned as the “Hawaii of... - September 22, 2010 - Anantara Resorts & Spas
TotallyEgypt.com, the Guide to Everything in Egypt Has Launched
TotallyEgypt.com has just been launched, giving the residents of Egypt a local guide made by the people who know the ins and outs of Egypt best, them. The site gives users the ability to review various businesses like restaurants, hotels, shops and sports clubs; while also allowing business owners... - September 16, 2010 - Totally Egypt
Pacific Resort Wins Big at the 2010 HM Awards
Pacific Resort Rarotonga has received a high distinction accolade for “Environmental Program of the Year” at the 8th Annual HM Awards Gala Dinner held on Friday 3 September 2010. This award places Pacific Resort Rarotonga as the runner-up in the Australasia region to the Wolgan Valley... - September 15, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Odyssey Resorts, Duluth MN, Welcome “Full Circle” Lake Superior Walkers
Two Odyssey Resorts on Lake Superior are hosting Mike Link and Kate Crowley as they continue their “Full Circle” walk around Lake Superior. Their journey began from Duluth on April 29th, and over five months they have walked, and talked, and researched, their way around the Great... - September 12, 2010 - Odyssey Resorts
Luxury Travel Website Offers Big Discounts on Luxury Hotels in Vietnam
Luxury Travel announces 75% off on Vietnam luxury hotels and accepts online bookings for Christmas and New Year. - September 12, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Ferrara Flame by Italkero Luxury Patio Heating and Lighting is One of the Newest Additions to the Top Hollywood and Beverly Hills Locations
After adding Warmth and Lighting to the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, the Italkero Original Falo Imported Exclusively by Ferrara Flame has become a popular addition to the top Five Star Resorts around the world. - September 09, 2010 - Ferrara Flame by Italkero
Joie de Vivre and LRA Worldwide Partner on Comprehensive Quality Assurance Program
Joie de Vivre Hotels and LRA Worldwide, Inc., have launched an innovative Quality Assurance evaluation initiative across the company’s portfolio of one-of-a-kind boutique hotels and spas. LRA will deploy QA consultants to visit each Joie de Vivre property in the 3rd Quarter of 2010 and will... - September 09, 2010 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Mike Ditka Resorts Announces "Dinner with Ditka" Contest Winners
Mike Ditka Resorts would like to congratulate the winners of the "Dinner with Ditka" contests. - September 09, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Zip Holidays Enters the Glooming UK Cheap Package Holidays Market
With 14 package holidays tour operators ceasing trading this year, 2010 hasn't brought very good news for the cheap package holiday sector. Amongst names like Goldtrail, Sun 4u, Flight Options, Blue Skies Destinations, Bond Tours, Scantours, Love holidays, The Flight Bureau, Adventura, Finlays Skiing, Wigmore, Birdseekers and Malachite, Zip Holidays brings yet another cheap holidays comparison tool that they think can work to provide more bookings for partner tour operators. - September 06, 2010 - Zip Holidays
Marriott Executive Apartments Manama Launches Special Eid Promotion
Extra Discount Offered for Bookings of 4-Nights Stay - September 06, 2010 - Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Bahrain
Hotels in Angeles City Face Tough Competition from New and Improved Yats International's Resort in Clark Philippines
Clark Philippines is fast becoming a destination of choice for local and international tourists particularly so for those who travel with families. Low crime rates, no traffic congestion and a pollution free environment make Clark suitable for families - September 04, 2010 - Yats International
A|Club, the Worldwide Loyalty Program, Celebrates Its Second Anniversary with Its Nearly 5 Million Members
A|Club, a worldwide, multi-brand loyalty program that is free and 100% Web-based. - September 04, 2010 - Accor
Kids Get Up Close and Personal with Iguanas at Presidente InterContinetal Cozumel Resort & Spa
The Resort's new Chiqui Club experience allows eco-tourists-to-be the opportunity to feed and care for harmless, free-roaming iguanas – some up to three-feet long – right on the property. - September 04, 2010 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Elraha.com: Spas, Beauty Centers and Plastic Surgery Centers Directory for Beirut/Lebanon
Recently, a new Lebanese directory specialized in gathering and listing Spas, Beauty Centers and Medical Centers around "Beirut" and all over Lebanon has been launched by Jreissati Enterprises S,A,L. - September 01, 2010 - Elraha
Le Méridien Amman Appoints New General Manager Giuseppe Ressa
Le Méridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, has announced the appointment of Mr. Giuseppe Ressa as the General Manager, effective August 18th, 2010. Born in Italy, Ressa - who is fluent in Italian, English, French and Spanish - acquired his degree in hotel management... - August 31, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Ferrara Flame by Italkero Luxury Patio Heating and Lighting Now Adds to the Elegance, Warmth, and Lighting of the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California
As seen at The Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, California, this original commercial grade Italian import adds beauty, warmth and lighting to the top Five Star Resorts around the world. - August 30, 2010 - Ferrara Flame by Italkero
Onlyrooms.com is Growing by 5 New Countries a Month
The online travel market is more and more competitive and fierce. With hundreds of new book websites coming out every week, is it really possible for a small European-based hotel booking website to really compete ? - August 30, 2010 - onlyrooms.com
Celebrity Impersonators Invade Orlando in September
Over 100 Professional Celebrity Impersonators from Barack Obama to Cher to Bette Midler and Lady GaGa will travel and perform in Orlando, Florida for the 8th Annual Sunburst Convention of Celebrity Impersonators at The Rosen Plaza Resort on September 24 and 25. - August 30, 2010 - The Sunburst Convention
Grand Ballroom & Meeting Facilities Unveiled at Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen reveals its brand new ballrooms & meeting facilities. - August 30, 2010 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Chiang Mai Thailand's Newest Photographic Web Site Launch
Enter the exotic and exquisite world of "Inside The Kaleidoscope;" Chiang Mai Thailand's newest photographic web site: www.howardweiner.com. - August 27, 2010 - Inside The Kaleidoscope
Skin is in - Naked Vacations Gain in Popularity Especially at The Terra Cotta Inn, Palm Springs, California
From CNN, to MSN.com Smart Spending, to ABC, CBS, NBC, to MSNBC, USA Today, to the John Tesh radio show Intelligence for your Life, tripadvisor.com and more, the media has been reporting all summer long on the fastest growing vacation trend... Nakations. Nakations are topless or nude vacations at clothing optional and nudist resorts and nude beaches. In 2010, skin truly is in. It's time to try a topless or nude vacation. - August 27, 2010 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Go Green, Promote Green & Make Green, AquaHealth, Inc. Launches New Sustainable Bottled Water Video Presentation
AquaHealth, Inc., the North American leader for Sustainable Bottled Water Solutions is dedicated to bringing customers 'Greener' bottled water. With AquaHealth’s in-house delivery system, and proprietary and customizable filtration, patrons enjoy pure, great tasting water with near zero waste. For those seeking to reduce their carbon footprint, AquaHealth Premium Water is the Eco-Conscious choice. - August 27, 2010 - AquaHealth, Inc.
World Poker Tour Amateur Poker League and Tropicana Las Vegas Announce Best-In-Class Partnership
World Poker Tour Amateur Poker League (WPTAPL) and Tropicana Las Vegas are proud to announce their new partnership. These two innovative companies are joining forces to offer the poker community something never seen before, a worldwide amateur No Limit Texas Hold ’Em championship event. Tropicana Las Vegas will host the inaugural World Poker Tour Amateur Championship (WPTAC) April 20th – 23rd, 2011. - August 27, 2010 - World Poker Tour Amateur Poker League
Andy Schaidler Joins Regal Mirror & Art Company as Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Regal Mirror & Art Company revitalizes marketing and sales effort to hotels, motels, resorts, and timeshares with Andy Schaidler in the new position of Vice President of Sales & Marketing. - August 26, 2010 - Regal Mirror and Art Company
Ka'ana Boutique Resort and Spa Launches New Website
Ka’ana Boutique Resort & Spa proudly announces the launch of its newly redesigned website- www.kaanabelize.com - a unique web portal devoted to luxury experiential travel in Belize. The design incorporates a modern look optimized with bold colours, as well as graphics, and offers a fresh... - August 26, 2010 - Ka'ana Boutique Resort & Spa
The Cove of Lake Geneva Releases New Resort Photos
The Cove of Lake Geneva has recently released new photos of the resort and the Lake Geneva area. - August 24, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Yats International's Clearwater Resort in Clark Philippines Revamps Their Gardens
What was once a beautiful garden resort is now a breathtaking one. - August 23, 2010 - Yats International
AllViso Solutions Launches Smartphone Friendly Mobile Hotel Application
AllViso Solutions Ltd. brings you SmartViso, a web application enabling hoteliers to provide guests with a multitude of information on their handheld. SmartViso is designed to enhance the guest experience and improve convenience through innovative technology. - August 21, 2010 - AllViso Solutions Ltd
Great Hotels Organisation Launches New Website for Meeting and Incentive Planners and Venue Finders
Great Hotels Organisation (GHO: http://www.ghorg.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance representing 4 and 5 star hotels under the brands Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) and Special Hotels of the World (http://www.shotw.com) is pleased to announce the launch of a... - August 21, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Bangkok’s Newest Novotel to Open in September
Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom opens in Bangkok as the ninth Novotel in the network - August 20, 2010 - Accor
Great Hotels of the World Member Re-Opens After Extensive Renovation
Saman Villas in Sri Lanka re-opens after refurbishment. - August 19, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Casa Laguna Inn & Spa in Laguna Beach Gold Sponsor of Orange County Ride for Aids
Casa Laguna Inn and Spa recently announced that they are the Gold Sponsor of the inaugural Orange County Ride for Aids, to be held Saturday, October 9, 2010. Funds generated by sponsorships and donations to the OC Ride for Aids go to help the AIDS Services Foundation Orange County provide services... - August 18, 2010 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
AquaHealth, Inc., The Leader in Sustainable Bottled Water, Expands Management Team with New Hire, Dave Flanders
AquaHealth, Incorporated is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to its management team – Director of Marketing and Business Development, Dave Flanders. AquaHealth is excited to have Mr. Flanders, a proven professional who will help guide the company’s continued... - August 18, 2010 - AquaHealth, Inc.
Presenting Shade Hotel’s Winter Wonder-Sand Package
Toss the snow boots aside, grab a bathing suit out of storage, and hightail it to Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach, CA. Shade's Winter Wonder-Sand Package is the answer to seaside fun in the dead of winter. Located in the heart of Manhattan Beach and mere minutes from LAX, Shade Hotel offers 38... - August 15, 2010 - Shade Hotel
Imocom Hotels and Resorts and Its 5 star Suite Hotel in Vilamoura - As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa Announces Launch of 30-Day Free Weekend Giveaway Promotion
As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa, a five star resort located in Vilamoura, Algarve is pleased to announce the launch of the new 30-Day Free Weekend for 2 Giveaway. - August 13, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa Announces Stay 4 Pay 3 Fall Orlando Vacation Special
Travelers reserving four nights at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa during Fall 2010 travel dates will only pay for three. - August 12, 2010 - Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa
Carlson Hotels Selects Green Key for U.S. Portfolio: Green Certification Program is Part of Responsible Business Commitment
Carlson Hotels, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has selected the Green Key Eco-Rating program as its preferred green lodging certification program. Green Key, which ranks, certifies and inspects hotels based on their commitment to sustainable operations and practices, will be a... - August 12, 2010 - Green Key Global