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Waterford Marriott Oklahoma City Gets New Key Employees
The Waterford Marriott Oklahoma City has made new additions to their hospitality team: Dale Gannon as General Manager and Patrick Pellegrino as Director of Sales. New General Manager, Dale Gannon, has been in the hospitality industry for 31 years, with 7 ½ years as a General Manager in the... - July 27, 2008 - Waterford Marriott Oklahoma City
Afternoon “Artea” at the Cadogan Hotel, Knightsbridge
Art and Afternoon Tea a twist on the traditional British High tea is introduced by the Cadogan Hotel. The quintessentially British Cadogan Hotel has launched a new and indulgent Afternoon “ARTea” in conjunction with the well-established art specialists, The Kings Road Art... - July 26, 2008 - Cadogan London Hotel
HotelClub's Tenth Anniversary Celebrated with One Million Australian Members
HotelClub celebrates its tenth anniversary with one million members in Australia out of more than six million members worldwide. The DreamClub program with its easy rewards system and HotelClub’s breadth of global choice and pricing has contributed to this. - July 25, 2008 - HotelClub
Sweet Dreams at Sun Spa at IruFushi Beach & Spa Resort
Announcing The First Sleep Spa Concept In The Maldives. Sun Spa at IruFushi Beach & Spa Resort, due to open in summer 2008, will launch the first Sleep Spa concept in the Maldives. In collaboration with the resort team, the programme, entitled Sweet Dreams, has one main goal – to help adults and children relax and to catch up on that much needed sleep that many of them can only dream of doing whilst on holiday. - July 25, 2008 - Sun Spa Resorts Pvt Ltd
Shop ‘Til You Drop with the Sawgrass Mills Mall and a Fort Lauderdale Vacation Package
The Renaissance Plantation Hotel is now introducing their “Shop Til You Drop” Fort Lauderdale vacation package. Guests who book this package now through the end of the year can enjoy the exclusive shopping of Sawgrass Mills Mall and the luxury of the Renaissance Plantation Hotel. This... - July 24, 2008 - Renaissance Plantation
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Invites Its Guests on an Epicurean Expedition
The love of cuisine, wine, indigenous cultures have inspired unforgettable moments and created memories that last a lifetime. The hotels and resorts of The Luxury Collection evoke similar emotions and have created Epicurean Expeditions to unlock the world’s most enriching experiences. Guests... - July 23, 2008 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Terra Cotta Inn, Palm Springs, CA Selected as One of the Top Ten Best Clothing Optional Resorts in the World by TripAdvisor.com
Clothing optional vacationers have many choices of destinations to travel to soak up the sun around the world. The best nudist resorts used to be in the Caribbean and Europe. Times have changed. According to TripAdvisor.com, America now has two of the best nude sunbathing hotels. And The Terra Cotta Inn clothing Optional Resort and Spa located in sunny Palm Springs, CA is ranked as one of the 10 best. - July 22, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
The Levante Parliament, the Modernist Boutique Hotel in Vienna
Epoque Hotels is proud to announce its partnership with the stylish Viennese Hotel. - July 22, 2008 - Epoque Hotels
Kingston Plantation Reservations Ocean Front Resort Golf Villa Rental Rates Down to 99.00
The best villa in all of kingston plantation 5 star new. Rates Down to 99.00 All new 2008: Water Front-on golf course over 1,000 Square Feet, Sleep 6 (Six) in this 2 bedroom, 2 Full Bath Rooms, Sofa Has Pull out Bed for third Bed In living room. Master bedroom has King Bed And whirlpool Tub. 2 Single Beds In Bedroom 2. Villa has a romantic screened porch in front of Lake with 20 foot high fountain looking at golf course. New furniture, 3 Flat screened thin TVs, Free 10 MB high speed wireless. - July 21, 2008 - kingston plantation reservations
Mississippi Governor's Cup Awarded to Yogi on the Lake
Yogi on the Lake Awarded Governor’s Cup. Legacy RV Resorts is proud to announce that their Mississippi RV Park, Yogi on the Lake, has been chosen to be one of the 6 outstanding businesses in the 3 regions across the state who will receive the 2007 Governor’s Cup Award. The award is... - July 20, 2008 - Yogi on the Lake
Rome Sweet Home New Website: Renting Self Catering Apartments and Fully Furnished Villas in Rome
The new www.romesweethome.it website is online. Rome Sweet Home offers a wide choice of accommodations: villas, bed&breakfast, rooms and apartments for rent suitable for all needs. Thanks to the new improved online booking system, you can now reserve your apartment in Rome with a few clicks. - July 19, 2008 - Rome Sweet Home
Pennsylvania Wineries Featured in Annual Wine Festival in PA
Fernwood Hotel and Resort is proud to once again host the Annual Pennsylvania Wine and Craft Festival. This wine festival in PA will prove to be the best yet as distinguished Pennsylvania wineries are returning to Bushkill to distribute their phenomenal fermentations. The event will be held on... - July 18, 2008 - Fernwood Hotel and Resort
Spa + Shop @ the Ring Hotel Vienna - a Unique Experience
The Ring Hotel, Vienna’s Casual Luxury hotel, has launched a distinctive hotel package uniquely combining trendy shopping escapades with restorative post-shopping spa treatments. - July 18, 2008 - The Ring
Your Savings Multiply During Dallas Tax Free Weekend with the Hilton Dallas Park Cities Stay & Shop Package
During Dallas tax free weekend, you can shop without pain or guilt now that Dallas tax free weekend occurs two weeks later in order to coincide with the new legislature-mandated first-day-of-school and the Hilton Dallas Park Cities offers a special Stay & Shop package. At the Hilton Dallas... - July 17, 2008 - Hilton Dallas Park Cities
Pre/Post Democratic National Convention Held at the Pepsi Center – Marriott Colorado Springs
The 2008 Democratic National Convention is rapidly approaching and the Marriott Colorado Springs is proud to offer special rates for attendees. - July 16, 2008 - Colorado Springs Marriott
Embassy Suites by Hilton Mexico City-Reforma Earns AAA Four Diamond Award (R)
Embassy Suites by Hilton Mexico City-Reforma has been awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond rating for the year 2009. - July 16, 2008 - Embassy Suites Hotel by Hilton Mexico City - Reforma
Riviera Nayarit Hits the Top with AAA Five- and Four-Diamond Awards
2008 AAA Travel Guide Puts Mexico’s Newest Vacation Destination among the Leaders for Resorts and Dining. Two Resorts received the prestigious Five-Diamond award while three hotels were given the Four-Diamond recognition. - July 16, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
The Medical Tourism Association Announces Medical Tourism Accreditation Program
The Medical Tourism Association has launched “accreditation” to ensure the safety and overall positive results for patients traveling from one country to another. “Having the right processes and procedures in place to assist international patients has a direct correlation to better surgical outcomes for those patients. - July 15, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Astudo to Manage New Hotel In Samui – Away Koh Pha Ngan
After successfully launching 4 resort properties under its X2, Away and Le Bayburi brands, Astudo Hotel & Resort Management has the honor to proudly represent Away Koh Pha Ngan, Thailand, scheduled to open in late 2009. - July 13, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Mendocino Hotel Hosts Stephen Prutsman Pianist for Opening of Mendocino Music Festival
Mendocino Hotel Hosts The Opening Night of The Mendocino Music Festival . A prix fix dinner at $30 is available from 5.30-8 pm with a Reception for Stephen Prutsman Pianist July 12, 2008 9:30pm - 11:30pm. Pastries are prepared and presented by the Ritz Carlton San Francisco and Organic Sparkling Wine are offered by Jeriko Vineyards. - July 11, 2008 - Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites
Learn to Sail in Florida and Save $1,000
Learn to Sail in Florida. Take the Fast Track to Cruising® Course at Great Savings Then Spend a Lifetime of Vacations Cruising Away. - July 11, 2008 - Offshore Sailing School
Medical Tourism Association to Announce Sale of MedicalTourism.com at It's Annual Convention in San Francisco, September 9-12th, 2008
The Medical Tourism Association will announce who is the new owner of MedicalTourism.com, at it's annual convention in San Francisco, September 9-12th, 2008. The Medical Tourism Association is excited to present the new owner one of the most in demand websites for the Medical Tourism, Health... - July 10, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Vacation Rentals Innovate to Provide Real Relief and Value to Guests
Vacation Rental Companies along the Gulf Coast have taken guest incentive programs to the next level, providing vacationers with complimentary golf rounds, deep sea fishing excursions, dolphin cruises, passes to amusement and water parks and more to offset skyrocketing gas prices this summer. - July 08, 2008 - Amenity Services Inc.
New Global Website - Holiday / Vacation Villa Auctions
www.holidayvillaauctions.com is a new and innovative way of seeking a last minute booking for a holiday home. Bid on a vacation home that has available weeks or place your own property for auction. - July 08, 2008 - Holiday Villa Auctions
Naked Ice Cream in Palm Springs - A Fun, Cool Way to Celebrate Nude Recreation Week
Every year more and more people are celebrating America's freedoms by choosing to do it the most fun way possible by vacationing at nudist resorts or nude beaches. Nude Recreation Week reminds people that you don't have to settle for the same old boring chain hotel vacations each year. Pack light and say goodbye to funny tanlines forever. - July 06, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Laser Maze Challenge at Lonestar Yogi
Lonestar Yogi in Waller, Texas has the first Laser Maze Challenge in the state. Created by Funovation, the Laser Maze is a new and different way to challenge yourself and the kids while camping and relaxing. - July 05, 2008 - Lonestar Yogi
New Spa and Sail Retreat at The Inn At Perry Cabin Stimulates Wellness in an Eco-Friendly World
Offshore Sailing School and The Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, Maryland announced today an exclusive Spa and Sail Retreat, available through October, providing a true learning experience surrounded by culture and wellness activities. The five-day retreat includes Offshore Sailing School’s signature Learn to Sail course or Bareboat Cruising Preparation. - July 04, 2008 - Offshore Sailing School
Bushkill Hotel Holds Annual Pocono festival
Fernwood Hotel and Resort, a Bushkill hotel, is proud to once again host the 13th Annual Pocono Chicken Wing-Off, benefiting Monroe County Meals On Wheels. The event is slated for Sunday August 10, 2008 from noon to 4:00 pm on the Fernwood Hotel and Resort Great Lawn. Each year, wings are judged... - July 04, 2008 - Fernwood Hotel & Resort
Le Touessrok’s 30th Anniversary Celebrations Mean Savings for Guests
Le Touessrok resort on the island of Mauritius is celebrating its 30th anniversary this November. To mark this occasion, Elegant Resorts are offering a generous 30% discount to holidaymakers who wish stay for the whole five-day celebration. - July 04, 2008 - Elegant Resorts
Epoque Hotels First International Conference Held in Barcelona
Over fifty hoteliers from international destinations gathered to discuss and analyze industry trends. - July 04, 2008 - Epoque Hotels
Dallas/Plano Marriott Features Three Dallas Vacation Packages
The Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center is featuring three Dallas vacation packages. Guests can now enjoy an all-inclusive weekend spa package and a mother-daughter weekend shopping experience, both in the Plano, Texas area, ideal for every Dallas getaway. - July 03, 2008 - Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center
Orlando Vacation Home Summer Blowout Sale
Advantage Vacation Homes in Kissimmee, FL offers consumers a great alternative to vacationing by Disney with the surging price of gasoline. - July 03, 2008 - Advantage Vacation Homes
Waterford Marriott Oklahoma City Accommodations Receives Prestigious AAA Four Diamond Rating
The Waterford Marriott Oklahoma City Hotel has once again achieved the prestigious award of being a AAA Four Diamond hotel and received a 2008 AAA Four Diamond plaque. - July 03, 2008 - Waterford Marriott Oklahoma City
PGA Tour Winner Among First Purchasers at Buena Vista
Buena Vista on the Beach is pleased to announce that noted PGA golfer, Troy Matteson, is among the initial purchasers at Buena Vista's luxury motor coach resort in Orange Beach, Alabama. Earlier this year, Troy tied for 2nd at the PODS Championship in Tampa Bay, Florida, and tied for 11th at the... - July 03, 2008 - Buena Vista
Renaissance Plantation Hotel Offers Guests 5,000 Bonus Points
An innovative hotel with a distinctive British West Indies atmosphere, the Renaissance Plantation Hotel is dedicated to ensuring that its guests experience luxury. Now, Renaissance Plantation Hotel guests can look forward to their next visit even as they leave by earning an extra 5,000 Marriott... - July 03, 2008 - Renaissance Plantation
Looking for a Fun Summer Vacation? Dare to Go Bare in Palm Springs with the Terra Cotta Inn's Sizzling Summer No Tan Lines Special Offer.
Tired of the same old boring chain hotel vacations? Looking for a new, fun, exotic vacation experience? Now is the time to try a clothing optional vacation. Topless and nude sunbathing is the fastest growing trend in the travel industry. And Palm Springs, CA is the sunniest city in the US and the perfect summertime travel destination for your first nude vacation. - July 02, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
The Courtyard Dallas DFW Airport North Offers Premium Shopping Package at Grapevine Mills Mall
Courtyard Dallas DFW Airport North is the pinnacle of convenience and entertainment. Now you can experience the ease of their airport location and the enjoyment of Grapevine Mills Mall with their Grapevine Mills Mall Shopping Package. The package includes: · Deluxe accommodations with one... - July 02, 2008 - Courtyard Dallas DFW Airport North
Lucky Weddings at Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket - Bring Extra Luck to Your Day of Days on 08/08/08
The number 8 is widely considered the luckiest of all numbers, especially in Chinese culture as it signifies prosperity and wealth. It is widely believed that the more 8’s involved in a couple’s life together, the better the chance for luck and wealth. To bring a little more wow to... - July 02, 2008 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Unveils Signature Travel Services
Global Guests of The Luxury Collection Will Now Enjoy Luggage Free Travel and Access to a World of News Publications Thanks to New Partnerships with Luggage Forward and NewspaperDirect. - July 02, 2008 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Welcomes Thai Residents Special Rates from 2,500 Nett Including Breakfast Until September 2008
Collect the experiences of Phuket. With kilometres of pristine sandy beaches, warm water, cool breezes and unlimited choice to entertain the young and the young at heart. Exclusively for residents of Thailand, Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket is offering a very special rate: From 2,500 nett per room... - July 02, 2008 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Invites Meeting Guests to Go “Puerto Vallarta Green”
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa (www.puertovallartamarriott.com) is launching “Puerto Vallarta Green” meeting initiatives as an innovative eco-friendly option for meeting attendees to do their small part to help fight global warming. - July 02, 2008 - CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa
Medical Tourism Association Releases Medical Tourism Video Showing an American Traveling to Latin America for Medical Tourism
Medical Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Medical Tourism is a solution to the healthcare crisis ongoing in many countries such as the US, Canada, the UK and Europe. It is estimated that millions of patients from around the world travel to another country for medical... - June 30, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa Undergoes $10.7 Million Renovation
The CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa will undergo a $10.7 million renovation of guestrooms, banquet rooms, and the resort’s main restaurant, La Estancia, in an effort to enhance guests’ experience, and further capture the authentic charm and warmth of Mexico. - June 30, 2008 - CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa
Getting a Good Last Minute Deal Has Become Easier at www.holistay.com
Summer holidays are getting closer. Right now, countless last minute deals are being offered and leave many costumers confused: are they really cheaper; are they serious and well organized? Holistay has a new solution for this problem: All available last minute deals are already included in the total price. That makes it easier to find and to compare available offers - without endless search and stress. - June 28, 2008 - Holistay
The Summer Sunset Music Festival Draws Thousands of People Annually; the Associates of the Newport Marriott Hotel Have Raised Over 100 Thousand Dollars for Children
Associates of the Newport Marriott Hotel have raised more than $100,000 for Children’s Miracle Network and Boys and Girls Club over an 11 year span at the Sunset Music Festival. If you are attending this summer’s festival for any of the Boz Scaggs, Melissa Etheridge, Plain White T's, Mae and The Kung Fu Girls, Jimmie Vaughan, Indigo Girls, or John Hiatt and the Ageless Beauties concerts, be sure to get to the Marriott tent at the Entrance of the Newport Yachting Center at 5:30pm. - June 27, 2008 - Newport Marriott Hotel, RI
Stefan Truebner Resort Manager at Away Resort Koh Kood
Astudo Hotel & Resort Management has announced the appointment of Stefan Truebner as Resort Manager for Away Resort. - June 27, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
The 2nd International Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament
The International Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament enters its second year this year with last year’s competition drawing thousands of participants from all over the world including the United States and Canada. This year’s tournament begins on July 10th and ends on July 12th, 2008,... - June 27, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
Experience Riviera Nayarit On-Line; New Destination Unveils Website Videos
Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit Unveils Website Videos: Experience the New Vacation Paradise On-Line. For the first time, view the Riviera Nayarit, Mexico’s newest vacation paradise, without having to leave the comfort of your own desk. The vacation Mecca which unfolds just 10 minutes north... - June 27, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
"Discover Our Treasures Online" Then Experience It for Free
Watch Videos and Enter in a Chance to Win a Free Vacation to Riviera Nayarit. Travel professionals can now watch videos on the Riviera Nayarit website, www.RivieraNayarit.com and enter in a chance to win a vacation to Mexico’s newest destination, Riviera Nayarit, for free. The prize is... - June 27, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
HotelClub Launches a Sponsorship Scheme with a Difference
HotelClub launches a sponsorship scheme with a difference by offering help to smaller businesses and organizations. Registration is made easy by going to the online application page at http://www.hotelclub.com/sponsorship. - June 26, 2008 - HotelClub