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F1 Boston Proclaims: No Affiliation with Planned F1 Rhode Island Development
F1 Boston, the state-of-the-art kart racing and Conference Center in Braintree, Mass., has declared that it has absolutely no affiliations, connections or partnerships with a planned facility in Rhode Island named “F1 Rhode Island.” F1 Boston’s proclamation comes in response to a... - August 11, 2016 - F1 Boston
Club Paradise Palawan Earns 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Club Paradise receives another recognition from TripAdvisor, the 2016 Certificate of Excellence award. - August 05, 2016 - Club Paradise Palawan
Discovery Shores Boracay Earns 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
A consistent awardee of the prestigious TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, Discovery Shores Boracay, once again receives this recognition for 2016. - August 04, 2016 - Discovery Shores Boracay
$100,000-Guaranteed Delaware Poker Championship Coming Sept. 2-4 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino’s Poker Room
The $100,000-guaranteed Delaware Poker Championship highlights a massive Championship Weekend of seven elite events at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino’s Poker Room from Aug. 31-Sept. 5. The $100,000 Delaware Poker Championship tournament runs Sept. 2-4. For the first time, the... - August 04, 2016 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Myanmar's Sanctum Inle Resort to Celebrate October Grand Opening
Sanctum Inle Resort, the first upscale hotel to come online at Inle Lake, one of Myanmar's most compelling destinations. - August 03, 2016 - Sanctum Inle Resort
Global Connections Celebrates Twentieth Anniversary
Global Connections Inc. (GCI), a pioneer in the travel club industry is celebrating its twentieth anniversary. In addition to its core business as the travel club fulfillment and service provider of Global Discovery Vacations, GCI develops and manages resorts and vacation condominium properties. - August 02, 2016 - Global Connections, Inc.
Global Connections Names Nancy Russ to General Manager of Sea Shells Beach Club
Global Connections Inc. (GCI) has named long term team member Nancy Russ to the position of General Manager of its award winning Sea Shells Beach Club in Daytona Beach, Florida. Nancy who has been with GCI for nine years has learned the ropes from the ground floor up. Beginning as a booking agent,... - August 02, 2016 - Global Connections, Inc.
Global Connections, Inc. Launches “Coolest Customer” Contest
Just when Summer is heating up and thoughts turn to vacations and relaxing, travel industry leader Global Connections, Inc. (GCI), has launched a “Coolest Customer” contest. Global Connections is giving Global Discovery Vacations (GDV) members a chance to win a remote control cooler. - August 02, 2016 - Global Connections, Inc.
Back-to-School Shopping in Style with NorthPark Center and The Fairmont Dallas
Savvy shoppers are invited to experience a fashionable back-to-school getaway at The Fairmont Dallas just in time for Texas’ Tax Free Weekend, which takes place August 5-7, 2016. Shop at Dallas’ premier shopping destination, NorthPark Center, with over 230 unique retailers, restaurants... - August 01, 2016 - The Fairmont Dallas
Daytona Beach, Florida Makes the List for Top Vacation Short Term Rentals
Daytona Beach Receives High Ratings from Travelers Vacationing in Florida. - August 01, 2016 - Bahama House Hotel
Bahama House Hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida Hosted Guests for the 2016 Coke Zero 400
Oceanfront Resort Offered Rooms for Annual NASCAR Event at Daytona International Speedway. - July 30, 2016 - Bahama House Hotel
Villa Maly Steers Towards Luang Prabang Half Marathon 2016
Get ready for the most scenic Half Marathon routes in Luang Prabang. - July 28, 2016 - Villa Maly Boutique Hotel, Luang Prabang
MC Hotel Construction Hires New Vice President
Hotel industry business adds seasoned professional to management team. - July 23, 2016 - MC Hotel Construction
Top Rated Johan Kriek Tennis Academy to Open at PGA National Resort & Spa; Famed World Class Tennis Training for Elite Young Athletes Joins PGA National Academy
PGA National Resort & Spa - home of the PGA Tour Honda Classic and five award-winning championship courses - is pleased to announce that PGA National has recently partnered with Johan Kriek to bring their World Class Training Facility to Palm Beach Gardens resort location becoming part of the... - July 21, 2016 - PGA National Resort & Spa
$15,000-Guaranteed Tournament Highlights August Getaway Weekend at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino’s Poker Room
Three no-limit Texas Hold’em tournaments, including one with a $15,000-guaranteed prize pool, will be offered during the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Poker Room’s next Getaway Weekend from Aug. 12-14. The Getaway Weekend tournament schedule includes: Friday, Aug. 12, 11:15 a.m.:... - July 16, 2016 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Kevin Chi Brings Home the Win for Cayo at Belize Tourism Board's Taste of Belize 2016
Kevin Chi, the Prep Cook at the San Ignacio Resort Hotel won the national Amateur Cook competition at the Taste of Belize 2016 hosted by the Belize Tourism Board. Kevin took first place over 4 other contestants from across the country and won a beautiful etched glass award, an all-expense paid trip... - July 15, 2016 - San Ignacio Resort Hotel
MJM Group to Develop North Carolina Hotel
Residence Inn to be completed by late 2017. - July 15, 2016 - Midas Hospitality
ouibike is a New Platform That Simplifies the Process of Organizing and Booking Bike Rental and Tours
ouibike has officially launched in both English and French at www.ouibike.net - a unique platform aimed to help tourists discover Frances most beautiful regions by bike. ouibike is the perfect solution for those who are interested in bike rental and bike tours. The service offers an exciting and... - July 14, 2016 - ouibike
Creta Maris Beach Resort’s ECARF & HACCP Certifications
Always in pursuit of guests’ and employees’ health. - July 13, 2016 - Maris Hotels
The Resort at Longboat Key Club, Sarasota, FL Secures Five-Star AudioVisual as the On-Site Event Technology Provider
Five-Star AudioVisual continues to increase its affiliations in Central Florida with their recent partnership with The Resort at Longboat Key Club as the in-house event technology service supplier. The Resort at Longboat Key Club is home of beautifully appointed, multi-functional event spaces and... - July 10, 2016 - Five-Star AudioVisual
St. Louis Hotel Management Group's Ohio Hotel Undergoes Total Renovation
Comfort Inn receives $2.8 million worth of improvements. - July 10, 2016 - Midas Hospitality
Cascade Garden Apartments Launches Redesigned Website with New URL
Cascade Garden Apartments announces the website redesign for better user experience and change of url to improve visibility in the search engines. - July 10, 2016 - Cascade Garden Apartments
Cactus Royal Resort & Spa Received the TUI Environmental Champion Award “TUI Umwelt Champion” for 2016
Cactus Royal Resort & Spa is happy to announce that they received the TUI Environmental Champion Award “TUI Umwelt Champion” for 2016. - July 08, 2016 - Cactus Royal Resort & Spa
Innkeepers of The Inn at Cook Street Believe in Giving Back to Others; Longtime Supporters of the Arts Locally and in NYC Pay It Forward
In addition to running a Gold Medal winning Bed and Breakfast Inn in Provincetown, Massachusetts, John Jay Wooldridge and Patrick Flaherty make it a priority to give back to their community in meaningful ways. Since 2013, they have been the innkeepers at The Inn at Cook Street, a historic,... - July 08, 2016 - The Inn at Cook Street
Floridays Resort Announces Exciting New Partnerships with Orlando Attractions
Floridays Resort, Named “The Number #1 Family Friendly Hotel in the USA and #5 in the World” by Tripadvisor, is pleased to announce new partnerships with acclaimed children’s theme park, Legoland and local area family attraction, The Crayola Experience. The award-winning resort... - July 07, 2016 - Paramount Hospitality Management
25 Years "Blue Flag" Awards for Cyan Group of Hotels
The Cyan Group is once again in the forefront of sustainability with all hotels in its portfolio being awarded the “Blue Flag.” - July 06, 2016 - Cyan Group Of Hotels
Milaidhoo Island Maldives Ensures Its Guests See Stars
In a country long-noted for luxury and romance, the boutique resort Milaidhoo Island Maldives sets a new standard for romantic gestures: it will name a star after its honeymooning guests as part of the ‘Perfect Honeymoon’ package. The honeymooning couple will have a star in the night skies named after them and take home a naming certificate of registration and star chart so they can always find it. Guests can choose the name of their star and which constellation it’s in. - July 03, 2016 - Milaidhoo Island Maldives
Country Music Star Tracy Lawrence to Perform at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Nov. 25
CMA and ACM award-winner Tracy Lawrence, one of the most recognizable voices in country music, will perform at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Friday, Nov. 25 for a special Thanksgiving weekend show. Doors open at 8 p.m. for the 9 p.m. event. Tickets will go on sale at noon on Tuesday, July 5... - July 03, 2016 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Midas Hospitality Celebrates 10th Anniversary
St. Louis' hotel management group achieves business milestone. - July 02, 2016 - Midas Hospitality
Five-Star AudioVisual Announces New Partnership with The Meritage Resort and Spa, Napa California
Five-Star AudioVisual has been selected as the exclusive, on-site audiovisual provider for The Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa California. This exciting new partnership will afford Five-Star AudioVisual the opportunity to work alongside the resort’s event staff, helping to create memorable experiences for its clients and guests alike. - July 02, 2016 - Five-Star AudioVisual
Creta Maris Beach Resort Among the 50 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the World
Creta Maris Beach Resort located in Hersonissos, Crete, was awarded as one of the best All-Inclusive resorts in the world for 2016. This distinction, which comes from Hotels.com, proves once again that despite the difficult economic and political circumstances in Greece, Creta Maris Beach Resort... - July 01, 2016 - Maris Hotels
Casa Dorada Awarded 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Recognized as a Top Performing Resort as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site. - June 30, 2016 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Pefaco Hotels Commits to Sustainable Growth in Africa
With the continuous improvement of its facilities, the African continent will be able to reach its goal of electrification. It is therefore vital to raise awareness to improve everyday habits. - June 30, 2016 - Pefaco Hotels
Grand Mirage Resort is Launching the New Panorama Lounge
The most awaited lounge, Panorama, is open on 27 June 2016 after a two-month revamp. To create a relaxing ambiance and swankier look, the bar is dominated by dark brown wood adorned with gold Balinese ornaments. As a tribute to the customers, the Panorama bartender, Freddy, teaming up with Kadir... - June 29, 2016 - Grand Mirage Resort
Chicago Hotel Undergoes Renovation to Reflect a Modern Experience
Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile delivers sleek and expansive amenities. - June 29, 2016 - Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Bagus Satria is Named as New Executive Chef at Samabe Bali
Samabe Bali Suites & Villas has named Bagus Satria Wijaya as the new Executive Chef in Samabe Bali Suites & Villas, a luxury all-inclusive resort in Nusa Dua. - June 29, 2016 - Samabe Leisure
Zakat Project in Support of the City’s Labor Camps at Park Rotana Abu Dhabi This Ramadan
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi launched the project Zakat this Ramadan, aimed at extending help to workers in two Abu Dhabi labor camps. The drive called for hotel colleagues to donate basic food items like rice, lentils, oil, canned food and biscuits; as well as other living essentials such as toiletries, linen, kitchen items, shoes and clothes. Tenants at the Park Residences also supported the initiative with both goods and money. The goods were individually packaged and delivered by the team of PRAD. - June 29, 2016 - Park Rotana Hotel
Five-Star AudioVisual Joins Paséa Hotel & Spa as the In-House Audiovisual Provider
Five-Star AudioVisual is thrilled to reveal their recent partnership with the newly opened Paséa Hotel & Spa as their in-house event technology services provider, delivering leading audiovisual solutions to the hotel and its clients. “It’s an honor to be a part of an... - June 25, 2016 - Five-Star AudioVisual
Midas Hospitality to Manage Hotel in New Sikeston, Mo. Development
Hampton Inn to be completed by end of 2017. - June 25, 2016 - Midas Hospitality
The Scott’s Lounge Debuts as Destination for Drinks & Live Music
The Scott's Lounge, a new eatery and bar for professionals in Moon Township, is a go-to Happy Hour destination new the Pittsburgh International Airport. - June 23, 2016 - The Scott's Lounge
Paramount Hospitality Management Named Winner of LUX Magazine’s 2016 Hospitality Awards
LUX Magazine recently announced that Paramount Hospitality Management was awarded Best Luxury Accommodation Management Company – Orlando. This award is on the heels of another distinction as one of Paramount’s properties, the Floridays Resort Orlando, was recently named by... - June 22, 2016 - Paramount Hospitality Management
July Getaway Weekend at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino’s Poker Room Features $30,000-guaranteed Tournament and "Black Chip Bounty" Event
Three no-limit Texas Hold’em tournaments, including one with a $30,000-guaranteed prize pool, highlight the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Poker Room’s latest Getaway Weekend from July 22-24. The weekend begins on Friday, July 22 with a “Black Chip Bounty” tournament at... - June 22, 2016 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Ylang Ylang Beach Resort Joins Home Country of Costa Rica in Participating in International Day of Yoga
Popular Costa Rica beach resort offers classes at discount to encourage international newcomers to experience yoga. - June 20, 2016 - Ylang Ylang Beach Resort
The Rental Shop Announces the Launch of Fishing Kayaks and Yolo 12 Foot Paddleboards with a Weekly Rental Option
The Rental Shop, an established leader in Bike Rentals, Beach Bonfire Services, Kayak Rentals and Paddle Board Rentals, today announced the debut of the Fishing Kayaks and Yolo 12 Foot Paddleboards with a Weekly Rental Option. These new products will help kick off our introduction to weekly kayak and paddleboard rentals. - June 20, 2016 - The Rental Shop
Cyan Group of Hotels Was Certified with "Green Key" Award
Cyan group of hotels is once again in the forefront of sustainability with all hotels in its portfolio being awarded with the Green Key. - June 18, 2016 - Cyan Group Of Hotels
Kastri, Creta Maris Beach: One of the Cleanest in Crete
Blue Flag’s official award ceremony, Open School Day and Symbolic Beach Cleaning. - June 18, 2016 - Maris Hotels
Antigua Business Focus Highlights Architect Carina Harney
OBMI Managing Director featured in the summer edition of Antigua Business Focus highlighting her impact on the island's past, present, and future architectural style. - June 17, 2016 - OBM International
Midas Hospitality to Manage Central West End Hotel
Hotel management company to oversee Holiday Inn Express St. Louis-Central West End. - June 16, 2016 - Midas Hospitality
Hotels of Lehigh Valley Are Raising the Bar in Supporting the Local Charities and Nonprofits
There are numerous organizations in the Lehigh Valley doing good for the community. Allentown Rescue Mission works to provide emergency shelter, food, youth and family services, education and job training programs. Habitat for Humanity has been devoted to building "simple, decent, and... - June 14, 2016 - Comfort Suites Allentown
HourlySpaces.com Seeks to Offer the Largest Collection of Hourly Space Rentals Around the World
HourlySpaces is a fast-growing business that is quickly on the path to becoming a top competitor in the short-term rental industry. The company is the first to provide “all hourly space rentals under one roof.” HourlySpaces.com, formerly operating as HourlyRoomRental.com, is rapidly... - June 13, 2016 - HourlySpaces.com