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Global Connections, Inc. (GCI) Dunedin, Florida Resort Popular Destination for Events and Getaways
New Renovations Have Wedding Couples Flocking to Beso Del Sol Resort - May 31, 2015 - Global Connections, Inc.
Global Connections’ VP Strategic Alliances and Public Relations Named ARDA Volunteer of the Year
Melanie Gring Honored by the American Resort Development Association for Outstanding Industry Service - May 31, 2015 - Global Connections, Inc.
Breckenridge Grand Vacations Wins Big at ARDA World 2015
Breckenridge Grand Vacations (BGV) won multiple awards at this week’s ARDA World 2015, the premier gathering for resort development professionals around the world. The awards are a confirmation of BGV’s reputation as one of the most successful independent real estate developers in the... - May 31, 2015 - Breckenridge Grand Vacations
Pacific Resort Hotel Group Announce New COO
Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG), the Cook Islands leading resort operator, today announced the promotion of Marcus Niszow to Chief Operating Officer. Niszow will continue to report directly to Greg Stanaway, Chief Executive Officer in this newly created role. This appointment recognises the... - May 30, 2015 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Charlottesville, Virginia, Gains Global Travel Exposure Through Viator and TripAdvisor with the Help Cville Tours
Charlottesville’s first tour operator Cville Tours, is delighted to announce that they have signed an exclusive deal with Viator and Trip Advisor to promote their unique local tours of the magnificent Charlottesville region. Months of planning and hard work have paid off to be accepted by... - May 30, 2015 - Cville Tours
Ranch Day Get Away - Pacific Palisades, CA
Ranch Day Get Away; Date: Wednesday June 24th from 10am-5:pm (all day workshop); A Great Day on the Ranch for Students and Teens only (approx. 13-17 yrs old); Ranch Day Getaway is designed for the non-rider, promising a fun day of activities with each other and horses. - May 30, 2015 - A Ranch Day Retreat
Central Hersonissos Hotel Awarded 2015 Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence
Central Hersonissos Hotel today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. Now in its fifth year, the award celebrates excellence in hospitality and is given only to establishments that consistently achieve great reviews on TripAdvisor. Certificate of Excellence winners include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a superior customer experience. - May 30, 2015 - Central Hersonissos Hotel
Daytona Beach, FL Oceanfront Resort Providing Guests with Voucher for a Free First Time Ride from Uber
Best Western Aku Tiki Inn Offering First Time Free Uber Ride to Guests. - May 25, 2015 - Best Western Aku Tiki Inn
Mexican Food Fiesta 21 May - 2 June 2015 at Cafe Gran Via
Gran Melia Jakarta held "The Grand Opening Event of Mexican Food Fiesta" on 20 May 2015, featuring Mexican Chef Julio Ortega. The event was opened by General Manager Gilberto Mayen and H.E. Federico Salas from Embassy of Mexico in Indonesia. It was attended by the owner of Gran Melia Jakarta, Bapak Johannes Suriadjaja and Ibu Reggy Suriadjaja, as well as other Ambassador from many countries, decision makers of corporate companies, travel agent & airlines partners. - May 23, 2015 - Gran Melia Jakarta
Pet-Friendly Vacations in VenturaCountyWest
Let’s face it, our pets are part of the family. And when families go on vacation, that means their four-legged friends are coming along for the fun. VenturaCountyWest has a growing list of hotels, restaurants and attractions that make dogs feel right at home. More than 20 hotels, inns and RV... - May 21, 2015 - Ventura County Lodging Association
NTOA to Sponsor Canadian Resort Conference
The National Timeshare Owner’s Association (NTOA) has confirmed its sponsorship of the 2015 Canadian Resort Conference (CRC), Sept. 9 – 10, at the Pan Pacific Vancouver hotel in British Columbia, Canada. The annual conference is produced by Perspective Group on behalf of Canada’s... - May 21, 2015 - National Timeshare Owners Association
Medical Tourism Association® to Host Certification Workshop in Budapest
Training, Saturday, June 25, 2015, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., held during Medical Tourism Conference CEE, SEE, CIS, at Radisson Blu Beke Hotel. - May 21, 2015 - Medical Tourism Association™
La Residence Hotel & Spa Rolls Out 5-Day Wonders of Vietnam Package
Unveil the mysterious charm of Southeast Asia's famed UNESCO World Heritage sites over a five-day package of the most luxury hotel in Hue, La Residence. - May 20, 2015 - Azerai La Residence, Hue
June Poker Tournaments Announced at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino announces several poker tournaments in the Crown Royal Poker Room from June 3 – June 7. Things will kick off on June 3 with a $28 Satellite into the June 6 $30,000 guaranteed poker tournament. One in ten will win a seat, and rooms will be available for $29 with... - May 20, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Hotel Uma Residency in Satna Offers Deluxe Rooms for Its Guests
Hotel Uma Residency in Satna has been offering Deluxe Rooms with the comprehensive amenities for its guests. The deluxe rooms of the hotel are designed with elegant interiors. These cosy looking rooms are designed to suit different taste, endowed with soft colours and haven of natural lighting. - May 18, 2015 - Hotel Uma Residency
Best Western For A Better World Donates $7,500 to Surfers for Autism
Best Western For A Better World® recently donated $7,500 to Surfers for Autism, whose mission is to unlock the potential of people with developmental delays, support advocacy for autism issues and scientific research with surfing events throughout the Southeastern United States. Surfers for... - May 16, 2015 - Best Western Plus FMB
"Creta Maris' 40 Years" Celebration Week
One week, 20 events, precious moments and smiles. - May 15, 2015 - Maris Hotels
Kids Stay Free at Select Unlimited Vacation Club Resorts
For a great beach vacation without the crowds, book a trip for late August or fall. Members of Unlimited Vacation Club (UVC) by AMResorts can take advantage of the Kids Stay Free promotion, good at family-friendly resorts in top beach destinations, where the weather is glorious all year-round. The... - May 15, 2015 - Unlimited Vacation Club
Sensimar Royal Blue Resort & Spa Achieves Prestigious Travelife Gold Award
The Sensimar Royal Blue Resort & Spa in Panormo Rethymno has just achieved a prestigious Travelife for Hotels & Accommodations Gold award. - May 14, 2015 - Royal Blue Resort & Spa
Jeffrey Osborne to Play Concert at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino welcomes Jeffrey Osborne, who will be in Dover to perform on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 8 p.m. in the Rollins Center ballroom. Osborne is most well-known for songs such as “On The Wings of Love,” “Stay With Me Tonight” and “We’re Going... - May 13, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Middle East Crossroad: Medical Tourism Association® to Host Certification Workshop in Jordan
Training for hospital administrators, insurance and human resource professionals, and related travel, tourism and hospitality interests, May 30-31, 2015, at Le Meridien Amman Hotel. - May 10, 2015 - Medical Tourism Association™
A Ranch Day Retreat Comes to Los Angeles
Author of A Ranch Day Retreat: Life improving, productivity enhancing, and leadership enabling concepts guided by the model of horses in nature (Createspace 2015, available this summer on Amazon) Chuck Wolf, is bringing a unique Equine facilitated personal and leadership development workshop to Los Angeles with ongoing dates. - May 10, 2015 - A Ranch Day Retreat
Find Tranquility in Laos with Kamu Lodge’s Serenity Package
Kamu Lodge introduces its newly launched Serenity Package, offering travelers chances to soak up the serenity of its sustainable village. - May 09, 2015 - Kamu Lodge
Medical Tourism Association® Celebrates Launch of Digital Medical Tourism Magazine® App - New Issue Released
Publication leads into World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress, Sept. 27-30, 2015, in Orlando, Fla. - May 07, 2015 - Medical Tourism Association™
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Appoints New Executive Chef
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa, a five-star Cabo San Lucas resort, announced Francisco Aguirre as the new Executive Chef of the hotel earlier this month. Aguirre has begun his career at Casa Dorada in 2012 as a Sous Chef and was in charge of the opening of the now hugely popular Sushi Bar... - May 06, 2015 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Grand Pacific Resorts Honored with Three Awards at ARDA World 2015 Including ARDA’s Most Prestigious ACE Award
Grand Pacific Resorts, a timeshare management company that prides itself on “Enriching Lives by Creating Experiences Worth Sharing,” returned from ARDA World 2015 with three prestigious gold ARDY awards and 17 silver finalists, once again demonstrating it is among the “Best in the... - May 05, 2015 - Grand Pacific Resort Management
20th Annual Killis Melton Ice Cream Crank-Off
The 20th Annual Killis Melton Crank-Off, scheduled for June 13, takes place at Chestnut Square the second Saturday of June each year. The Crank-Off has been featured on The Food Network and in American Profile Magazine in addition to the Dallas Morning News, local papers, and magazines. Last year, over three thousand people enjoyed the tastes of homemade ice cream, great music, magic shows, and fun kids’ activities. - May 03, 2015 - Chestnut Square Historic Village
Discovery Primea Celebrates Mother's Day
Discovery Primea pays homage to the most important woman in your life with limited-time offers at Restaurant Tapenade and Mother’s Day weekend staycation packages. - April 30, 2015 - Discovery Primea
River Expeditions Continues Into Summer 2015 with Memorial Day Madness White Water Rafting Specials
River Expeditions welcomes guests to join them in celebrating Memorial Day weekend on the New River Gorge. This exciting package features a day of whitewater rafting, 3 nights of camping, BBQ cookout and more! - April 29, 2015 - River Expeditions
Hot Sun, Summer Fun at The Abbey Resort
Families are invited to escape to the lake for lasting vacation memories. - April 29, 2015 - The Abbey Resort
New Hotel Booking Website OFFHOTELS.COM Launches
Hotel price comparison website OFFHOTELS.COM offers attractive room rates across hotels worldwide at heavily discounted prices. - April 28, 2015 - Theme Park Holding Ltd.
Win a Trip to Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
TGW Travel Group - http://toursgonewild.com - is giving away a trip to Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. The trip includes Round Trip Airfare, 5 Night Hotel Accommodation, Airport Transfers, Christ Statue Tour, Access to 2 Rio Carnival Parties & 24/7 On-Location Staff. The contest runs from April 23 until June 12, 2015 with the winner announced on June 15th. To enter the contest, go to http://toursgonewild.com/rio-carnival-2016-giveaway. - April 28, 2015 - TGW Travel Group
Discovery Hotel Group's Premier Island Resort in Palawan Offers Summer Promo for 2015
An amazing island getaway awaits guests at Club Paradise Palawan this summer 2015. - April 27, 2015 - The Discovery Leisure Company, Inc.
Medical Tourism Association® to Offer Certification Workshop in Latvia
Day-long medical travel education and training, Thursday, May 28, 2015, at Wellton Elefant Hotel, in Riga. - April 26, 2015 - Medical Tourism Association™
The King’s Daughters Inn Founder Wins 40 Under 40
Deanna Crossman, founder of two luxury boutique hotels in the Triangle, has been recognized with the Triangle Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award. The 40 Under 40 awards recognize outstanding professionals under the age of 40 for their contributions to their organizations and to the community. - April 26, 2015 - The King's Daughters Inn
Governor Rick Scott Celebrates Employment Growth at staySky Vacation Clubs
staySky Vacation Clubs is on a roll. A recent expansion has created 88 new jobs at the fast-growing, Orlando-based vacation club. The club made its debut last year and now employs more than 300 people. In a briefing yesterday at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa Orlando, FL, Governor Rick... - April 26, 2015 - staySky Vacation Club
Luxury Golf Residences to be Built in Tuscany, Italy
Argentario Golf Resort & Spa has presented the "Argentario Golf Residences project," a plan for building design golf villas in Porto Ercole, Tuscany. - April 26, 2015 - Argentario Golf Resort & Spa
Cause We Love Music Presents Flashmob at Bliss Lounge
The perfect fusion of underground beats with crossover hooks is in Dubai for a great performance at the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort. - April 25, 2015 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
The Abbey Resort to Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend
Luminary tribute, support for Wounded Warrior Project planned as Memorial Day observances at Lake Geneva area resort. - April 24, 2015 - The Abbey Resort
Treasure Cove Belize Supports DiCaprio Island Development
Treasure Cove Belize, fully supports the proposed eco-conscious resort by Leonardo DiCaprio located on Blackadore Caye in Belize. - April 24, 2015 - Treasure Island Management, Ltd.
1975 – 2015: 40 Years of Creta Maris
1st -8th of May: A celebration week, dedicated to the hotel's passage from 1975 till today. - April 24, 2015 - Maris Hotels
General Manager Sandrine Kaiser Embraces the Coco Palm Way of Life
The Coco family is comprised of talented professionals within the hospitality industry and each member brings years of experience which they contribute to their dedicated roles. This month, Coco Collection is pleased to introduce Sandrine Kaiser as the General Manager of Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu. A... - April 24, 2015 - Coco Collection Resorts : Hotels : Retreats
Meetings Industry Day Recognized by The Abbey Resort
Meeting and event incentives offered by The Abbey Resort in celebration of first Meetings Industry Day in Wisconsin. - April 23, 2015 - The Abbey Resort
MicroFirst Gaming Inc. installs a Mobile Slot Dispatch System (“Mobile Assistant”) at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino in Dover, Delaware
Dynamic Product Innovator and Gaming Solutions Company MicroFirst Gaming Inc. has installed their latest Customer Service Product, Mobile Assistant, at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. Mobile Assistant automatically delivers Real-Time Event Notifications right to the Casino Staffs fingertips via... - April 23, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
SuiteAmerica Celebrates 25 Years of ESOP
Employee-owned SuiteAmerica passes major milestone. - April 20, 2015 - SuiteAmerica
Discovery Shores Boracay Resort Offers Special Summer Promo for 2015
It’s officially summer in the Philippines. Pack your bags and head to Boracay for a blissful and exciting summer getaway at Discovery Shores. - April 19, 2015 - The Discovery Leisure Company, Inc.
Villa Maly Runs Exclusive Stay 3 Pay 2 Summer Deal
Stay 3 nights and get the 3rd night free at the boutique hotel in Luang Prabang, Villa Maly. - April 19, 2015 - Villa Maly Boutique Hotel, Luang Prabang
Celebrate Mother’s Day This May 2015 on the New River Gorge
River Expeditions is excited to announce their newest whitewater rafting special with their first annual Mother’s Day Rafting Getaway. - April 16, 2015 - River Expeditions
Creedence Clearwater Revisited Will Appear at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino for Aug. 22 Concert
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino announces Creedence Clearwater Revisited will perform in concert on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 8 p.m. in the Rollins Center ballroom. Tickets go on sale Apr. 14, 2015 and are priced between $35 - $85, and may be purchased by calling VIP Services at 800-711-5882 or visiting... - April 15, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
May Poker Tournaments Announced at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino is pleased to announce that the Masters Poker Series will take place on April 29th through May 3rd. Professional players including Tom McEvoy, T.J. Cloutier, Lon McEachern and Kenna James will also be participating. On May 1st the NLH tournament consisting of $25,000... - April 15, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino