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Rediscover the Coronado Island Marriott Resort - A Private Island Retreat in Southern California
Overlooking San Diego Bay and the city skyline, this 300-room resort offers stylishly redesigned guestrooms, suites and villas, a luxurious spa, 25,000 square feet of meeting space and a haven to relax, rejuvenate and restore the balance of life. - February 06, 2008 - Coronado Island Marriott Resort
New Branson Lakeside Vacation Home Opening May 2008
New vacation home is due to open in May 2008 for year round vacations to Branson, Missouri, just in time for the Summer 2008 season. Exclusive amenities and prime location on Tablerock Lake are what set this property apart from the typical Branson lakeside lodging. - February 01, 2008 - Branson Lake Home Vacation Rentals
InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon… An Oasis of Winter Flavors
Looking to have a Blast and to pamper with exquisite winter flavor? InterContinental Mzaar is organizing a culinary tour around the world with 7 irresistible Food promotions valid till the end of March. - February 01, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
Apartments to Stay in on Croatia's Beautiful Makarska Rivera
High Quality Apartment Accommodation Available. - January 31, 2008 - Zeljka Sulenta
Zen Resort Bali Discovery Tour of Culture, Nature and Wellness
Zen Resort Bali announces a two week holiday tour from south to central to north Bali, encompassing all that makes for an unforgettable holiday – luxury accommodation, exquisite international gastronomy, beautiful beaches and water sports, exciting night life, wonderful and bargain shopping, culture and history, arts and architecture, ayurveda spa and holistic yoga wellness as well as natural tropical and pristine agricultural landscapes. - January 26, 2008 - Zen Resort Bali
Fighters to Compete for Chance at Stardom with King of the Cage’s All Wisconsin Fight Quest
State Amateur Fighters to Compete for Chance at Stardom with King of the Cage’s All Wisconsin Fight Quest on March 15. - January 24, 2008 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
TripAdvisor® Elects Hotel Pulitzer in Barcelona as One of the Best Hotels 2008 in the Top 25 Destinations
Avantgarde & Epoque Hotels announces the insertion for the second time of Hotel Pulitzer by The TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice™ award winners for 2008 - January 18, 2008 - Epoque Hotels
Medical Tourism Association Launches a Preview of the Medical Tourism Documentary "Angles Overseas"
The Medical Tourism Association Launches a Preview of the Medical Tourism Documentary "Angles Overseas." People can watch the preview of the documentary on the Medical Tourism Association's website. - January 17, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Former Green Bay Packer Running Back Herbert "Whisper" Goodman to Fight Undefeated Tony Bonello in KOTC: Sub Zero.
In an exciting turn of events, King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino announce that former Green Bay Packer running back Herbert "Whisper" Goodman will fight undefeated Tony Bonello in tomorrow’s KOTC: Sub Zero main event. Michael J. Broderick, Director of Marketing... - January 13, 2008 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Staden Grange Hotel Announces the Launch of Its New Website – a Wonderful Way to Unwind
Staden Grange Hotel is the perfect blend of the traditional and modern living style. The website aims at bringing forward a wonderful holiday option away from the pressures of city life. A great way to unwind in the midst of nature with the best that modern technology can offer in terms of comfort and luxury. It provides all relevant details regarding the type and availability of rooms and the pricing. - January 12, 2008 - Staden Grange Country House Hotel
Medical Tourism Association to Launch TV News Feeds
In January 2008, the Medical Tourism Association will launch a media/TV news feed on its website. These news feeds will bring you video interviews of the leaders in medical travel worldwide and will also feature information on trends within the medical tourism and health tourism industry. These... - January 12, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Bad Dog Name is “Vicked”
“Bad Dog” was an oxymoron, because the Dymon family has raised dogs for the disabled. In light of Michael Vick it is no longer funny. - January 12, 2008 - Paul Dymon films, inc
Medical Tourism Association to Launch Patient Financing in Spring 2008
Medical Tourism Association to Launch Patient Financing up to $20,000 for international surgeries in Spring 2008. - January 11, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Westgate’s Indoor Water Park, Wild Bear Falls, Launches www.wgwildbearfalls.com
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort’s Wild Bear Falls, the largest indoor water park in the South, has launched a website, http://www.wgwildbearfalls.com. - January 10, 2008 - Westgate Resorts
Medical Tourism Magazine
The First Edition of the Medical Tourism Magazine published by the Medical Tourism Association launched in December 2007. - January 09, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Uncover a Gem When the Ocean Pearl Spa Opens February 2008 at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa
Resort-style treatments are inspired by the natural, restorative powers of the sea. - December 21, 2007 - Sheraton Carlsbad Resort
Local Couple Opens Irish-Themed Bed and Breakfast in Dresden, Ohio
Abberley House Irish Bed and Breakfast, a 3-room Irish-themed bed and breakfast, opened its doors to guests in early December 2007. - December 21, 2007 - Abberley House Irish Bed and Breakfast
Live Radio Interview with Senior Summer School President
Gregg Behar, President of Senior Summer School, was interviewed by Anita Finley on Seniors Taking Active Roles in Society! “STARS”, a radio talk show, WSBR, 740 AM, out of Boca Raton, FL. This weekly radio show is hosted by Boomer Times and Senior Life. Ms. Finley interviewed Behar... - December 20, 2007 - Senior Summer School
Accommodation, South of France
A description of accommodation and services at South of France Hotel le Domaine aux Quat'Saisons. - December 17, 2007 - South of France Hotel
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Announce Sub Zero
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino Announce Main Events for Upcoming Event to be held in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin on Saturday, January 12th, 2008. - December 16, 2007 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Golden Tulip New Websites Go Live
Golden Tulip Hospitality launches brand new global website for developers and investors and revamps current consumer website. - December 13, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Destination Club Forums Exclusive Website is Now Open to the Public
Destination Club Forums, an online discussion forum for the destination club industry, is now open to the general public. The web site started as an exclusive invitation-only website for destination club members, however they recently began to allow non-destination club members to interact with... - December 08, 2007 - Destination Club Forums
Shop 'til You Drop - Special Vacation Package this December and January at Popular Palm Springs, CA Clothing Optional Resort
Thanksgiving has come and flown by. Now is the hectic time of the year, where you venture forth to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones. One resort has a fun solution to combat the stresses created by the holiday shopping. The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa recommends you pamper yourself by nude sunbathing in the warm Palm Springs sunshine during the day and shop 'til you drop in the evenings, all at their special holiday vacation packages rates. - December 06, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Alta Vista de Boracay Launches Online Reservation System with Better Rates and Instant Confirmation
Alta Vista de Boracay in Boracay, Philippines delivers reservations direct from their website with the addition of a booking system that offers competitive rates, instant confirmation, and more. - November 30, 2007 - DirectWithHotels
Head to Blue Ridge for the Holidays
Gather up your friends and family and head to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a unique way to celebrate the holidays. Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah or New Year’s Eve, Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals offers the perfect setting for a gathering that everyone will... - November 29, 2007 - Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals
Instantly Confirmed Reservations with Low Rates Now Available at Big Windmill Motor Lodge Website
The Big Windmill Motor Lodge in Coffs Harbour, Australia is now empowered to deliver online reservations with instant confirmations, low rates, and more with its website’s new booking system. - November 23, 2007 - DirectWithHotels
Golden Tulip Awards Best Hotels of the Year 2008
Golden Tulip Hotels, Inns & Resorts is proud to announce the 2008 Golden Tulips and Tulip Inns of the year for the following regions: • Benelux: Golden Tulip Tjaarda Oranjewoud and Tulip Inn Amsterdam Art • Mediterranean: Golden Tulip Electra Palace - Athens • France &... - November 21, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
All BLOCK Guests Receive 'Magic' Hangover Shield
THE BLOCK has formed a partnership with ALM Beverage LLC to provide all BLOCK guests with complimentary cans of Airmed’s Magic Hangover Shield™ to help avoid the inconvenience of hangovers the next morning. "Snowboarders like to drink, but they also need to get up early to hit the... - November 17, 2007 - The Block Hotels
Medical Tourism Association Launches its Worldwide “Medical Tourism Magazine”
The Medical Tourism Association, the first non-profit trade association representing Global Healthcare Providers in the Medical Tourism Industry has launched the first worldwide Medical Tourism Magazine. Medical Tourism, the growing industry of patients traveling overseas for medical treatment,... - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
Golden Tulip Accra: 'Best Business Hotel in West Africa'
Golden Tulip Accra was awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Business Hotel’ in the Akwaaba Exhibition of the Hospitality Industry in Nigeria - November 16, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Medical Tourism Association Holds World's First Medical Tourism Membership Meeting & Forum
The Medical Tourism Association will hold its first membership meeting which will be open to the general public December 3rd at 8:30 am in Washington DC. Medical Tourism otherwise known as Health Tourism or Medical Travel is where Americans travel overseas to foreign countries to receive world class medical treatment at almost 90% less than in the United States. Over 500,000 Americans traveled overseas in 2006, and it is expected in 2008 that several million Americans will travel overseas. - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
Growing Your Hotel Portfolio
Conference for Southeast US Hoteliers presented by Key West Inns, Inc. January 21 -22, at the Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans - November 15, 2007 - Key West Inns, Inc.
Golden Tulip Adds Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport to Its Portfolio in the Netherlands
Golden Tulip is proud to announce its latest addition to its Dutch hotel portfolio in Maastricht. The Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport previously operated by Accor, switched franchisors on November 1st and continues to be managed by Hendrik Jaakke. Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport is ideally... - November 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Snowboarder Hotel Holds Boot Camp in Big Bear Lake, CA December 3 - 15, 2007
THE BLOCK at Big Bear, The World's First Snowboarder Hotels is making final preparations for the first annual BLOCK Boot Camp in Big Bear Lake, CA - 10 days (December 5 - 15) of training and development for a career in snowboarder hospitality. All interested recruits must email a resume (include... - November 15, 2007 - The Block Hotels
Living Waters Spa: A Top Clothing Optional Spa Hotel in Just 4 Years
Living Waters Spa celebrates 4 years of providing guests with "more than a vacation" in a European-style swimsuit optional environment, magical massages, and pure natural mineral water pools. - November 14, 2007 - Living Waters Spa
Medical Tourism Association Scheduled to Visit hospitals in Philippines & Taiwan - November 18th through the 26th
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, departs this week for a two week visit of hospitals in the Philippines and Taiwan. - November 13, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort, Palm Springs, CA is Selected as One of the Top Places in the World to Go Nude Sunbathing
American nudist resorts have come a long way since the nudist colony days of old. At one time, Americans had to travel to Europe or the Caribbean to stay at nice, luxurious nudist resorts. This is no longer true. One of the best nude hotels in the world is located in the US in sunny Palm Springs, CA. - November 08, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Away Resort to Debut on Koh Kood, Thailand
Opening on October 15th, 2007, Away Resort (formerly Bai Kood Shambala) is nearly finished with its major room and facility renovations. - November 06, 2007 - Away Resorts
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Voted the Best in Australasia at the World Travel Awards 03/11/2007
Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Cook Islands – a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World Collection – has been awarded “Australasia’s Leading Boutique Hotel” and “Cook Islands Leading Resort” at the 2007 World Travel Awards ceremony held at the Leela Palace... - November 03, 2007 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
HotelClub Unveils New Corporate Identity
Flairview Travel has now released its new corporate brand identity as HotelClub, encompassing their three accommodation specialist websites: HotelClub.com, RatesToGo.com and Asia-Hotels.com, with new website features to be launched starting with HotelClub.com. The re-branding decision is in accordance with HotelClub’s Chicago based parent, Orbitz Worldwide. - November 03, 2007 - HotelClub
Medical Tourism Association Visits Indian Hospitals
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, has recently returned from the medical tourism conference held in Goa, India and a subsequent two week tour of the top India hospitals. - November 03, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Block Forms Acquisition Company and Sets Ground for Expansion - New Prototype
After a year-long planning period, The Block, currently, two independently owned and managed properties has formed an acquisition company for the purposes of merging ownership of the two properties into one, acquiring new properties, licensing merchandise and completing strategic initiatives to... - November 01, 2007 - The Block Hotels
Lake of the Torches Will Honor Veterans with Free Brunch on Veterans’ Day
Lake of the Torches Resort Casino will be honoring the men and women who have served in the armed forces by offering veterans a free Big City Brunch in their Eagle’s Nest Restaurant on Sunday, November 11th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The breakfast will be free to guests who have served in the... - November 01, 2007 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Hampton Inn & Suites Herndon VA Grand Opening is Spooky
Hampton Inn & Suites Herndon Virginia Grand Opening Event is Spooky Featuring Flood and Gore - October 27, 2007 - Hampton Inn & Suites in Herndon, Virginia
Golden Tulip Opens Regional Office in Bangkok for South East Asia
Golden Tulip Hospitality Group enters into South East Asia by opening a new regional and development office in Bangkok, Thailand. - October 26, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Concierge Condo: The Residences at Biltmore Redefines Luxury Hotel Accommodations
A new travel trend is sweeping the nation. It's the condo hotel, with concierge services that spoil and pamper guests - saving the traveler time and freeing up more time for relaxation. - October 19, 2007 - Residences at Biltmore
Local Seniors Using It, Not Losing It
Over 200 local senior citizens are planning to attend upcoming two day lecture series in Delray Beach, FL on Oct 30 & 31, 2007. This continuing education program, sponsored by Senior Summer School, includes lectures on topics such as: Jew's vs Jew's in the Promised Land; Current Events & U.S. Relations in the Middle East; Jew's in the Civil War; World War II; Those Who Dared to be Different; Kosher Nostra (Jewish Gangsters); Hollywood Moguls; and Looking Good & Feeling Great at Any Age. - October 13, 2007 - Senior Summer School
6th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run Slated for October 27, 2007 in Oak Hill
ACE Adventure Center and the New River Gorge are the colorful setting for the 6th annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run & Walk. Slated for Saturday, October 27th, the race and run feature several formats for all ages. The long course, last in the season-long Mountain State Trail Run Series, features 13 miles of rolling hills and a deep 500’ descent into the Gorge. The short run and trail walk take contestants along the rim of the Gorge in a half marathon, 7.5 mile run or 4.5 mile walk. - October 11, 2007 - ACE Adventure Resort
Small Family-Owned Spa in Small Utah Town Makes World Best List Again; Competes with Big Boys
The Green Valley Spa in St. George, Utah has been named on the list of World's best spas by Travel & Leisure Magazine for the second time. Green Valley, who was recently featured on the Today Show, has made this list before as recently as 2 years ago. Green Valley has consistently gone... - October 11, 2007 - Green Valley Spa
Golden Tulip Adds Sea Side Resort Noordwijk as Its Last Addition to Its Dutch Hotel Portfolio
Golden Tulip Hospitality takes over the management of the currently known Hotel de Witte Raaf in Noordwijk, the Netherlands, as per October 01 2007. - October 07, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group