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Negril's Hedonism II Will Host This Year's Miss Bum-Delicious Pageant
Hedonism II, the hottest resort for adult vacations, is proud to host the 2014 Miss Bum-Delicious pageant. Contestants are judged on talent, beauty, and personality. The contest begins on August 31st. - July 21, 2014 - Hedonism II
The Mayton Inn is Excited to Announce Its Groundbreaking Ceremony
On August 13, 2014, downtown Cary’s newest boutique hotel, The Mayton Inn, will officially break ground. The project is part of Cary’s urban renewal program, which is designed to encourage growth and activity in the heart of Cary. The hotel will provide Cary residents a high-class downtown experience, including dining, pampering and relaxing. - July 20, 2014 - The King's Daughters Inn
Younker's Cottages Debuts a New Virtual Tour
By utilizing interactive virtual tours, Younker's Cottages is able to showcase their vacation rentals across the worldwide internet and mobile network. The virtual tour gives the viewer a sense of 'being there' and also shows them exactly what they get when staying at the property in Marblehead,... - July 20, 2014 - Younker's Cottages
Residence Inn by Marriott Anaheim Maingate Received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor
Residence Inn by Marriott Anaheim - Maingate Awarded 2014 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence; Recognised as a Top Performing Hotel as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site - July 19, 2014 - Residence Inn by Marriott Anaheim - Maingate
Reuters.com Ranking Adds to Oxnard’s String of National Kudos as a Destination
The City of Oxnard has been ranked number 35 on the list of U.S. cities most friendly to LGBT travelers, recently released by Reuters.com. Oxnard continues to receive a number of designations as a travel destination. - July 17, 2014 - Oxnard Convention & Visitors Bureau
Great Hotels of the World Announces the Latest News from Member Hotels
Member hotels win awards; renovations completed and more. - July 17, 2014 - Great Hotels of the World
International Luxury Hotel Association Fast Forward 2020 Conference
Hoteliers from around the globe will be gathering in Washington DC, to discuss Future Trends, new Technology and Best Practices in the luxury hotel industry. - July 13, 2014 - International Luxury Hotel Association
VacationCondos.com Confirms Platinum Sponsorship for GNEX 2015 Conference
VacationCondos.com has confirmed top-level participation in Perspective Group’s 5th Anniversary Global Networking Expo (GNEX Conference), being held at the Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, California from 15-18 February 2015. VacationCondos.com is an online rental platform that connects... - July 13, 2014 - Resort Travel & Xchange
Flight of Fancy No More: Role of Aeromedical Transportation Highlights World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Educational workshop, sponsored by Lufthansa, identifies aeromedical transportation and lessons to be learned from flying overseas for medical tourism and hospitalization. - July 10, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Canadian Resort Conference 2014 to Attract Diverse Audience
The Canadian Resort Conference (CRC) is an annual conference hosted by Perspective Group on behalf of the Canadian Resort Development Association (CRDA), a trade association dedicated to furthering the interests of the resort industry in Canada and throughout the world. CRC 2014 will be held 23-24... - July 09, 2014 - Perspective Magazine
Leadership Culture Retreats Launched for Timeshare Industry
Two dynamic companies have announced a new partnership to produce a series of unparalleled leadership programs specifically for the timeshare industry. Founder and President of Advance Corporate Technology, resident MC for the senior executive level GNEX Conferences and the Seattle Sounder’s... - July 09, 2014 - Perspective Magazine
RTX Embraces Multi-Channel Customer Engagement
RTX’s Affiliation with the Professional Association of Customer Engagement (PACE) Demonstrates Its Commitment to a Multi-Channel Approach to Engaging Its Members. Resort Travel & Xchange (RTX) is proud to announce that it has become a member of the Professional Association of Customer... - July 09, 2014 - Resort Travel & Xchange
Hyatt Regency La Jolla Unveils $12 Million Renovation
Hyatt Regency La Jolla announced today the completion of a $12 million renovation. The transformation included a makeover of the property’s 417 guestrooms and suites to complement the inviting lobby, public areas and meeting space. The landmark hotel, located within the Aventine in La Jolla,... - July 09, 2014 - San Diego Marrriot Gaslamp Quarter
Creta Maris Green Team and Junior Academy Together for the Environment
On the occasion of the Recycling Day, Junior Academy - the private model kindergarten of Hersonissos - was invited in order for children to be informed about the effort to protect the environment. - July 05, 2014 - Maris Hotels
Butterfly on Prat Received “Boutique Hotel of the Year 2014” in GHM Golden Pearl Award
Butterfly Hotel and Serviced Apartment Group is pleased to announce that Butterfly on Prat has been awarded “Boutique Hotel of the Year 2014” in the 2014 GHM Golden Pearl Award. The Golden Pearl Award is a highly regarded hospitality award commending the best in the Guangdong, Hong... - July 05, 2014 - Butterfly Hospitality Group
Embrace the Spirit of Ramadan at the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
The Sheraton Jumeirah Ramadan Tent brings to town the true "Ramadan Nights" - July 02, 2014 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
Spiral at Sofitel Manila Awarded 2014 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Spiral was recognised as a Top Performing Hotel Restaurant as Reviewed by Travellers on the World’s Largest Travel Site. - July 02, 2014 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Devon - The Place to Buy Your Holiday Home?
The holiday home rental industry has seen a vast amount of publicity recently and this, with changing economic conditions and an ageing population, has resulted in a higher interest in property investment. A successful investment needs well defined guidelines in this industry. - June 29, 2014 - Discovery Holiday Homes
Sofitel Manila Celebrates Social Media Day 2014
Sofitel Manila joins the digital world in celebrating the annual Social Media Day by hosting an exciting week-long festivity to treat loyal fans and followers. - June 29, 2014 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Luis Namnum, President of Occidental Vacation Club Selected for American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Board of Directors
Luis Namnum, President of Occidental Vacation Club (OVC) has been selected to the elite Board of Directors of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA). Namnum has served as president of OVC for 17 years. OVC, a division of Occidental Hotels and Resorts (Madrid) includes resorts in Aruba,... - June 27, 2014 - Occidental Vacation Club
Coco Collection Appoints General Manager for Coco Privé Kuda Hithi Island Maldives
Coco Collection welcomes Paul Vincent Benedict Brown as the General Manager of Coco Privé Kuda Hithi Island, the luxurious private island retreat offering avant-garde design, unparalleled levels of service and absolute privacy set in nature’s paradise. - June 27, 2014 - Coco Collection Resorts : Hotels : Retreats
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotel Seeks Indiegogo Crowdsourcing to Fund America’s First Undersea Luxury Hotel Prototype
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotel in Key West is using Indiegogo to fund its exciting prototype and, in return, offer spectacular perks to its Indiegogo supporters as they usher in a new era in undersea eco-tourism, exploration, and conservation. - June 26, 2014 - USAKW
The Mountain Club on Loon Resort & Spa in Lincoln (NH) Has Been Recognized as a Top-Performing Resort by Travelers on TripAdvisor®
TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence Recipients Represent Top 10 Percent of Businesses Listed on World's Largest Travel Site. - June 25, 2014 - Mountain Club on Loon Resort & Spa
Flying Friday with Special Features by Guest DJ Marco Mei & the Local Guitarist @ Flava Bar & Lounge
Get ready for another amazing night of swing dancing with the return of well-known Italian DJ Marco Mei from Bicycle Corporation in a chic and fantastic atmosphere at Flava Bar & Lounge, Dream Hotel Bangkok (Sukhumvit 15) on Friday, 27th June 2014 from 6 p.m. until midnight. - June 23, 2014 - Dream Hotel
Tom Lyons Receives Cadillac Lifetime Achievement Award
Award honors Kansas City business and community leaders. - June 22, 2014 - Global Connections, Inc.
ResortCom International’s President Alex Marxer Featured Key Note Speaker at Call Center Week
Alex Marxer provided his unique insights at the 15th Annual Call Center Week. - June 22, 2014 - ResortCom International
Apartment Barcelona Launches Website in Chinese
Facing a growing demand for holiday rentals and apartments for sale, the company aims to improve its services to the world’s largest tourism source market. - June 21, 2014 - Apartment Barcelona
Apartment Barcelona Collaborates with the Casal dels Infants in the New Edition of Checking Solidario
The company fights against child poverty for a second year, donating one Euro for each reservation made during the summer. - June 21, 2014 - Apartment Barcelona
Buy Two Nights and Get One *Free in New Orleans at the Newly Renovated R&B Bed & Breakfast on Famous Frenchmen Street. *Based on 33% Off the Total of a Three Night Stay.
After completing a six month floor to ceiling renovation on a 144 year old home in New Orleans on famous Frenchmen Street (previously Noni's on Nola B&B), new owners Bil and Rita Szarabajka are anxious to host guests. The Summer Special "Buy Two Nights and Get One Free" are based on 33% off the total of a three night stay and runs through August 28th. - June 20, 2014 - R&B Bed and Breakfast
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Leads the Way in Global Luxury Travel
Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) is delighted to announce that 5-star luxury property Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been awarded the Signum Virtutis Seal of Excellence, for the second year in a row, at the 2014 Seven Star Global Luxury Awards. - June 20, 2014 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Bhaya Cruises, Halong Bay, Vietnam, Announces “Free for Children” Special Summer Promotion
From June to September 2014, Bhaya Cruises is excited to run a very special summer promotion which extends families the opportunity to travel in style with its new “Children Travel for Free.” This opportunity can be applied on all products within the Bhaya Cruises group--The Legend,... - June 20, 2014 - Bhaya Cruises
Astir Odysseus Kos Resort and Spa Awarded 2014 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Astir Odysseus Kos Resort and Spa is proud to announce that it has recently been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2014. - June 20, 2014 - Astir Odysseus Kos Resort and Spa
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs Offers Various Eco Adventure Tours to Vacationers
Blue River Resort & Hot Spring, a top Costa Rica Resort, located just beneath the Rincon del la Vieja volcano, in the province of Guanacaste, offers tourists a wide range of eco adventure tours and activities. - June 20, 2014 - Blue River Resort
Road to China: Sponsorship Consolidates Prosperity with Peace at World Medical Tourism Congress – Taiwan
Medical Tourism Association®, Global Benefits Association and Taiwan External Trade Development Council host international industry event, June 26-27, 2014, at Taipei International Convention Center. - June 19, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Great Hotels of the World Announces the Latest News from Member Hotels
Hotel Quinta da Marinha staff to run marathon for charity. - June 19, 2014 - Great Hotels of the World
Mobile Ziplines by Extreme Engineering Coming to Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm
America’s Famous Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm to add mobile zipline in July of 2014. - June 18, 2014 - Extreme Engineering
River Expeditions Announces Rafting Packages for Greenbrier PGA Tour Week 2014
River Expeditions is thrilled to announce the return of their annual Greenbrier PGA tour week specials. These packages include a full or half-day of white water rafting. - June 18, 2014 - River Expeditions
Millstattersee Hotel Goes Green; Launches Eco-Friendly Solar Panels
Millstattersee's most historic hotel makes history anew celebrating its 130th founding anniversary this summer and joining Europe's bandwagon in embracing the latest in renewable power generation. - June 18, 2014 - Millstatt Hotel See-Villa
Win a Beauty & Wellness Staycation Package at Sofitel
Get a chance to win any of the three (3) beauty staycation packages at Sofitel and Vietura when you register online. - June 18, 2014 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Premiere Suites Makes the 2014 Profit 500 List… Again
Largest national temporary housing company ranks Number 325 on the annual list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies. With a 152% per cent rate of growth over the last 5 years, Premiere Suites continues to expand and solidify its position as Canada’s most popular provider of short-term... - June 14, 2014 - Premiere Suites
staySky Vacation Club Chooses INTUITION for PR & Brand Management
In preparation for the imminent launch of a new vacation club, staySky Vacation Club has selected Perspective Group’s INTUITION Brand Marketing service to assist with PR, Social Marketing and overall Brand Monitoring. StaySky Hotels & Resorts currently operates six hotels in the Orlando... - June 14, 2014 - Perspective Magazine
GuestDriven to Unveil Newest Version of Their Revolutionary Mobile Guest Engagement Platform at HITEC® Los Angeles
GuestDriven will be at HITEC® LA from June 24-26 at Booth 1750 to unveil their newly redesigned mobile guest engagement platform for hotels. - June 13, 2014 - GuestDriven
River Expeditions Announces 22nd Annual Volleyball Championship and Weekend Package Deals
In the 238 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed, America has celebrated freedom. For the last 21 years, River Expeditions has hosted an annual Volleyball tournament over the 4th of July Weekend to celebrate. - June 13, 2014 - River Expeditions
White Oak Lodge and Resort Earns TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
White Oak Lodge and Resort gets rave reviews on TripAdvisor. - June 13, 2014 - Global Connections, Inc.
East Meets West: World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Features International Voices
Top Asian Healthcare Executive, U.S. Physician Group Leader among Speakers, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - June 13, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Beauty & Wellness Staycation Packages Unveiled at Sofitel Manila
Vietura at Sofitel Manila introduces pampering beauty staycations tailor-fit for ultimate wellness and rejuvenation. - June 13, 2014 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Blood Donation at Creta Maris Beach Resort
On June 6th, Creta Maris Beach Resort organized a blood donation day. The management and staff of Creta Maris Beach Resort fully supported the cause by participating. - June 12, 2014 - Maris Hotels
Summer Holidays in Austria Slated at Hotel See-Villa
Summer Holidays in Austria are magnificent with Hotel See-Villa's renovations and refurbishments taking luxury guest experience to a higher level. - June 12, 2014 - Millstatt Hotel See-Villa
Portable Ziplines, Extreme Air Jumpers, Climbing Walls and More Coming to Asian Amusement Trade Show June 2014
Extreme Engineering will be expanding into Asia with mobile ziplines, climbing walls, Extreme Air Jumpers and major theme park rides at the IAAPA ASIA trade show. - June 11, 2014 - Extreme Engineering
Chief Operating Officer Appointed for Coco Collection and Sunland Hotels
Armand Chaudhary joins Sunland Hotels and its luxury subsidiary Coco Collection as Chief Operating Officer. A British and French national, Armand brings with him a wealth of experience gained in the global hospitality industry over the past 30 years. - June 11, 2014 - Coco Collection Resorts : Hotels : Retreats