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Great Hotels of the World Announces the Latest News from Its Member Hotels
Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is named one of the top 15 World’s Best Hotels. Great Hotels of the World is pleased to announce that member hotel Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve has been voted by the discerning readers of Travel & Leisure, one of the world’s most well-read and... - August 03, 2012 - Great Hotels of the World
There’s More Summer to Enjoy This Labor Day Weekend at the Woodlands Resort
Say goodbye to summer with a Labor Day weekend of family fun at The Woodlands Resort, just 30 minutes north of Houston. All the excitement takes place August 31 - September 3, 2012 with face painting by Muffie the Clown and a professional balloon artist who twists amazing balloon creations for the... - August 02, 2012 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Great Hotels of the World Announces the Latest News from Its Member Hotels
The Capital Hotel welcomes a new chef and restaurant. Great Hotels of the World is pleased to announce that member hotel, The Capital in London will open its new restaurant - Outlaw’s Seafood & Grill – on October 2. The restaurant will give Cornish-based seafood championing... - August 02, 2012 - Great Hotels of the World
La Fète De La Musique at Sofitel Manila
Sofitel Manila, the only French 5 star luxury hotel in Manila, celebrated this year’s La Fète De La Musique at their elegant and enchanting Imperial Residence. - August 02, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Nominations for the Perspective Magazine Timeshare and Fractional Awards Program Are Now Open
New award categories will bring added excitement to the Third Annual Perspective Magazine Awards, sponsored by Holiday Systems International. - August 01, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
Tour with Adventure Travel Legends at Cretan Kayaking Excursion
This September, some of America’s pioneers in the adventure travel industry will unite to explore the crystal waters of Crete, Greece. Rick Sweitzer, founder and president of The Northwest Passage and PolarExplorers, will host George Wendt, Vernon Tejas, and other legends of the outdoor... - August 01, 2012 - The Northwest Passage
Lake Lanier Islands Resort® Transformed to Parrot Head Paradise Thanks to A1A’s Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
Georgia’s Island Stage Concert Series Continues on August 11 When Highly-Energetic Island Music Band Takes the Stage at Peachtree Point Amphitheater. - August 01, 2012 - Lanier Islands Resort
Earn and Redeem Hyatt Gold Passport Points at Xuan Spa, Park Hyatt Saigon
Designed to provide an even more rewarding experience, Hyatt Gold Passport members can now benefit more by earning and redeeming points at Xuan Spa. - August 01, 2012 - Park Hyatt Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon Voted as One of the Top 100 Hotels Overall in the Travel + Leisure 2012 World’s Best Awards
Park Hyatt Saigon awarded as the No. 1 Hotel in Vietnam by the readers of Travel + Leisure in the 2012 World's Best Awards. - August 01, 2012 - Park Hyatt Saigon
Grand Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao by ACCOR Received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site that offers trusted advice from real travelers, recently awarded Grand Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao with a Certificate of Excellence for consistently achieving outstanding traveler reviews on the site. To qualify for this prestigious awards... - August 01, 2012 - Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
Grandeur Getaways at Sofitel Manila Hotel
Have a magnifique time at Sofitel Manila Hotel while enjoying the 2012 London Olympics as well as other luxurious offerings for wellness, beauty and recreation. - August 01, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
New Channel Markers Signal One of Many Safe Boating Efforts by Lake Lanier Islands Resort®
Managing Company of Georgia Lakeside Resort Partners with Lake Lanier Islands Development Authority, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Lake Lanier Association and Hall County In Order to Navigate the Way to a Safer Lake Sidney Lanier. - July 30, 2012 - Lanier Islands Resort
Creta Maris Green Team Take Action to Protect the Environment
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team organized a clean up and weeding of the area on July 12, 2012. - July 29, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Chick-fil-A Protest Draws Attention to Fast Food Chain’s Bigotry and Intolerance
The Gay & Lesbian Center of Orange County (The Center OC) today led a protest of Chick-fil-A at the grand opening of its newest location in Laguna Hills. The protest comes in response to Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy, who told the Baptist Press that the company is “guilty as... - July 28, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
All Star Vacation Homes Announces Appointment of General Manager
John Brost Chosen to Lead All Star’s Operations in Orlando - July 28, 2012 - All Star Vacation Homes
Blood Donation at Creta Maris Beach Resort
On July 12th, Creta Maris Beach Resort organized a blood donation day. - July 28, 2012 - Maris Hotels
SOS Games Rentals Announces a Comprehensive London Olympic Accommodation and Packages
SmartOwnerSolutions(SOS) is an idea that took shape over a decade ago. A thought conceived when the founder read about the potential of property investment and the plethora of opportunities it could possibly throw up. With an inquisitive mind but no wealth to begin with, the founder set out to... - July 28, 2012 - SmartOwnerSolutions
El Portal Sedona Hotel Rocks Girls’ Getaways
Whether you’re planning a Girlfriends’ Getaway, Mother-Daughter Retreat, Female Family Reunion – Sedona, Arizona is an idyllic place. There are so many things to do in Sedona – from supreme relaxing and spa indulgences to extreme hiking and mountain biking – the choices are unlimited! - July 27, 2012 - El Portal Sedona Hotel
La Finca Golf & Spa Resort Introduces Weddings to Its Event Services
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) is delighted to announce that member hotel La Finca Golf & Spa Resort (http://www.ghotw.com/lafinca-golf-spa-resort) has recently introduced weddings to its event services. - July 27, 2012 - Great Hotels of the World
HotelTravel.com Adds "Super Summer Sale" on Facebook
HotelTravel.com’s "Super Summer Sale" deals are heading to Facebook offering fans the first look at unique rates that will change on a weekly basis. - July 27, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
Lloydshare Confirms Bronze Sponsorship for Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2013
The premier provider of vacation ownership linked deferred annuities will also sponsor the Speed Networking session during Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional industry event. - July 26, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team Organized a Seminar About the Recycling Procedures
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team organized a seminar in the Apollo room concerning the recycling procedures. - July 26, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Happy 19th Anniversary to the Rembrandt Hotel
The Rembrandt Hotel celebrates its 19th anniversary on July 13, 2012. The celebration of this special day started with Mr. Suphat Sivasriaumphai, Managing Director, presiding over a traditional Thai monk ceremony in the morning and an award ceremony granting service awards to Rembrandt’s... - July 26, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
U.S. Healthcare Reform Alive: Medical Tourism Destined to Thrive
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) this morning, which means U.S. healthcare reform is here to stay. - July 24, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
Creta Maris Green Team Take Action to Protect the Environment
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team organized a celebration of World Environmental Day by passing fifteen minutes without light in all common areas at night resembling an old Cretan way of life. - July 22, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Millennium Goes Canadian. Whad'Ya Say, Eh?
Millennium Luxury Coaches have been added to Transport Canada’s “List of Vehicles Admissible from the United States.” - July 22, 2012 - Millennium Luxury Coaches
Dusit Thani Hua Hin's New Promotion, Now Available Online
Experience a relaxing stay at the tranquil holiday destination of Dusit Thani Hua Hin. Start the day with a sumptuous breakfast – and many further privileges. - July 22, 2012 - Dusit Thani Hua Hin
Starwood Associate Receives Prestigious Award
Hotel controller of Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa receives prestigious award for his valid contribution towards the property. - July 22, 2012 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
HotelTravel.com Launches Multilingual Social Media
HotelTravel.com customers can now post messages on the company’s Facebook page in any of HotelTravel.com's 10 supported languages and receive an immediate response back in their native tongue. - July 21, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
OC Gay & Lesbian Center and OCEC Condemn Continued Bigotry of Boy Scouts of America, Call for Boycott
The Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County (The Center OC) and Orange County Equality Coalition (OCEC) condemn the Boy Scouts’ decision to continue to exclude “open and avowed homosexuals." Both organizations urge parents to consider the message sent to our nation's young people -- including the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth we serve -- when they allow their sons to participate in Boy Scouts of America. - July 20, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
The Hilton Garden Inn Changing the Landscape of New Orleans Hotels
New Orleans hotels are receiving a face-lift in preparation for 2013 Super Bowl. - July 19, 2012 - Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans
Aruba Vacation Rentals Are Ideal for Boaters Attending Aruba Rembrandt Regatta
Boaters from all over the world will be descending upon the island of Aruba in August for the fourth annual Aruba Rembrandt Regatta. One Aruba vacation rentals provider urges boaters to consider booking a villa for privacy and unexpected perks. - July 18, 2012 - Aruba Villa Vacation Homes
Attitash Mountain Resort Hosting BlueberryFEST Summer Fun Event Saturday, August 4
Attitash Mountain Resort will celebrate summer when it hosts the BlueberryFEST at its Bear Peak base area on Saturday, August 4 from 2 – 8 p.m. The BlueberryFEST event will celebrate summer at Attitash Mountain Resort and feature a craft fair & farmer’s market, field games, bouncy house, live music, BBQ-style food, seasonal brews, and blueberry pie baking & pie-eating contests. - July 18, 2012 - Attitash Mountain Resort
Delaware Poker Championship II Trophy Towers at 36 Inches in Crown Royal Poker Room at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The winner of the Sept. 8 Delaware Poker Championship® II at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will receive the spoils of victory with not only a guaranteed $50,000 prize pool and bracelet, but also a mammoth trophy. The trophy, a 30” tall replica of the State of Delaware with a poker chip... - July 18, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Invites Guests to Live the Mayan Experience
Package Includes Three Nights, Traditional Mayan Temazcal Experience - July 18, 2012 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta Earns 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
The Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award for the outstanding traveller reviews this Malta hotel received on TripAdvisor. - July 18, 2012 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
River Expeditions Announces the Wettest Party in August – Beach Party Blast
River Expeditions is excited to announce the wettest party in August, Beach Party Blast on August 4th 2012. Guests can spend the weekend with friends and family enjoying white water rafting on the New River Gorge, followed by a fun-packed cookout, all for a special price. - July 16, 2012 - River Expeditions
Great Hotels of the World Expands Its Presence in India
Luxury sales and marketing alliance adds five Pride Hotels to its portfolio. Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance has expanded its portfolio with the addition of five properties from the Pride Hotels. Pride Hotel Ahmedabad, Pride... - July 14, 2012 - Great Hotels of the World
Friday Night Fights to Feature Female Title Bout in Main Event Aug. 31 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino announces the next Friday Night Fights series event will take place on Aug. 31 in the Rollins Center arena. Tickets are available now at $40 - $200 and may be purchased by calling VIP Services at 800-711-5882 or visiting doverdowns.com. Headlining the event will be... - July 13, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Accor’s ibis Brand Makes Its Bali Debut, with the Opening of ibis Bali Kuta
Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Asia-Pacific and Indonesia, announces the debut of the ibis brand in Bali with the opening of ibis Bali Kuta. Strategically located in the Kuta area and less than 1 km from Ngurah Rai International Airport, ibis Bali Kuta, welcomes guests on June... - July 13, 2012 - Accor
Viet Value Travel Has Updated a New Visa Rules
Vietnamese Government relaxes country conditions for tourist - July 13, 2012 - Viet Value Travel Co., Ltd
Modern Degustation Menu at Rang Mahal
Rembrandt Hotel is delighted to introduce the latest Modern Degustation Menu, an 8 course modern Indian dinner served with exclusive international wines from France, Chile, South Africa and Thailand. Diners will enjoy the award-winning Northern Indian Cuisine of Rang Mahal with modern techniques... - July 12, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Resorts West Highlights Utah's Growing Wine Tourism with Summer Vacation Package
Package includes locally inspired gourmet fare, wine pairing class and luxury accommodations at slope-side Silver Star at Park City community. - July 12, 2012 - Resorts West
Brett/Robinson Fishing Package Complements Extended Snapper Season
Vacationers seeking to do some deep-sea fishing this summer have a couple reasons to head to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach: the extension of the Gulf Coast snapper season and the availability of Brett/Robinson’s fishing vacation package. - July 11, 2012 - Brett Robinson
Marriott's TownePlace Suites Opens in Midland
Marriott’s TownePlace Suites opens in Midland, Texas - July 11, 2012 - Texas Western Hospitality
Delaware Poker Championship II Guarantee Doubled to $50,000 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The Delaware Poker Championship® II guaranteed prize pool has been raised from $25,000 to $50,000 cash for the main event to be held on Sept. 8. Four seats will be given away on Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, with drawings held at 1, 4, 7 and 10 p.m. Entries for seat drawings are earned for every... - July 11, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Novotel Hong Kong Nathan Road Kowloon Earns TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2012
Novotel Hong Kong Nathan Road Kowloon earns TripAdvisor accolade, as reviewed by travellers on the world's largest travel site. - July 11, 2012 - Novotel Hong Kong Nathan Road Kowloon
Riverside Boutique Resort (riversidevangvieng.com) Opens in Vang Vieng, Laos, and Launches Its Website
Riverside Boutique Resort was officially declared open this week, offering the first high-end alternative to tourists visiting Vang Vieng. It provides 32 rooms and 2 suites organized around a central swimming pool with a stunning background of limestone mountains. All rooms are luxuriously... - July 10, 2012 - Riverside Boutique Resort, Vang Vieng
Atoll Paradise Has Added Yet Another Destination to Its Exclusive Resort Portfolio
You can now book your vacation in stunning The Peninsula Bangkok or laid-back Anantara Golden Triangle, and many more luxurious hotels and resorts, when booking with Atoll Paradise. - July 10, 2012 - Atoll Paradise Pvt Ltd
Queens Hotel Now One of the Top Hotels in Brighton for Business Events
Queens Hotel in Brighton has recently announced that they’ve upgraded their facilities to ensure that corporate clients gain access to the highest level of accommodations and services for their business events. The new additions will further enhance the company’s reputation as one of... - July 08, 2012 - Queens Hotel Brighton