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Shopping for Christmas Handcrafts at Rembrandt Hotel
Svenska Kyrkan, the Church of Sweden in Bangkok is arranging together with Rembrandt Hotel and Scan Deli a very special Christmas bazaar at the pool side, fourth floor of Rembrandt Hotel on Sunday November 27th 2011. Starting 11.00 hours with a worship service for god at Rembrandt II on the 2nd... - November 19, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Villas De Maitre Continues to Deliver with the Arrival of Belle Rivière, One of the Most Exclusive Villa Estates in Mauritius
Nestled in a private estate in the South-West of Mauritius is one of the most prestigious privately owned villa estates. Belle Rivière estate consists of 33 exclusive 3, 4 and 7 bedroom villas with access to the acclaimed new boutique hotel brand Sofitel So Mauritius. The estate’s... - November 19, 2011 - Villas De Maitre
Rang Mahal Indian Restaurant is Nominated for Chef of Chefs Award
One of the best Indian Restaurants in Thailand, the Rang Mahal, has been selected as a finalist for the Miele Guide, Asia’s first truly independent and authoritative restaurant guide, launched in 2008 in order to celebrate Asia’s best chefs and restaurants. - November 18, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
HotelTravel.com Adds Russian for Peak Season Travel
HotelTravel.com has added the Russian language to its website to tap into one of the world’s largest and fastest growing outbound travel markets. - November 18, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Hotel De L'Opera is Unveiled in the Heart of Hanoi
The proximity to Hanoi’s theatrical landmark induces a hotel with an operatic glamour in the heart of this ancient city. - November 17, 2011 - Accor
Timeshare and Fractional Industry Publisher Perspective Magazine to Host Fundraising Event for Women in the Industry
The collaborative effort will take place during timeshare and fractional networking expo GNEX 2012. - November 17, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique, Algarve, Portugal, Earns Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique Honored as a Highly Rated Hotel as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site - November 16, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Starwood Hotels and Resorts Offers Savings of Up to 30 Percent on Early Bookings with "Autumn Days" Promotion
Promotion Valid at Hundreds Starwood Hotels across Europe, Africa and the Middle East - November 14, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Winter Rates and Free-Night Specials Make Brett/Robinson a Good Holiday Vacation Choice
The Thanksgiving holiday is only a couple weeks away, but consumers don’t have to wait until the day after to find great deals—particularly when it comes to vacation deals. Those looking for a fall/winter getaway to the Gulf will likely find Brett/Robinson’s recently lowered rates... - November 13, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Los Poblanos Inn & Organic Farm Receives Fodor's 100 Hotel Award in International "Best Of" Category
Historic Inn Property in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico Wins International Recognition, Acclaim for "Local Flavor" Experience - November 12, 2011 - Los Poblanos Inn
CENTURY 21 Thomas Real Estate Agent Graduates Prestigious Leadership Program
Real Estate Agent Nettie Hutter with CENTURY 21 Thomas graduates the 2011 class of LeadershipCCAR. - November 11, 2011 - Century 21 Thomas
BuyATimeshare.com Becomes a Sponsor of Timeshare and Fractional Networking Expo GNEX 2012 - a Global Meeting of Minds
The online advertising company for the timeshare resale and rental market becomes a sponsor of Perspective Magazine’s second annual industry networking and awards event. - November 10, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Inn to Inn Cookie Trail & Tour
Join a number of bed and breakfasts who are members of the Bed and Breakfast Association of Virginia in the first Inn to Inn Cookie Trail & Tour on November 19 and 20, 2011. - November 10, 2011 - Bed and Breakfast Association of Virginia
Wilderness Wanders Excellence in Eco Tourism
Port Lincoln touring company Wilderness Wanders has scooped yet another highly prestigious medal in the 2011 South Australian Tourism Awards in the category of Eco Tourism after last year’s massive collection in four separate categories. - November 10, 2011 - Wilderness Wanders
Kick Off Your Snow Boots and Stick Your Feet in the Sand This Christmas at Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Santa will swap his sleigh and eight reindeer for a sleek jet ski to hand out candy and gifts - November 10, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Attitash Mountain Resort and Wildcat Mountain Head to Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo, November 10 – 13
Both Attitash Mountain Resort and Wildcat Mountain will be offering discounts and deals along with other Mount Washington Valley & New Hampshire resorts attending the upcoming annual Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo November 10 - 13. - November 09, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort
HotelTravel.com and Worldhotels Sign Distribution Agreement
HotelTravel.com and Worldhotels have inked a distribution agreement that will give HotelTravel.com customers more hotels to choose from in key destinations around the world. - November 09, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Something New in the Serengeti – Serengeti Simba Lodge Opens
Located just outside the Ikoma Gate of Serengeti National Park, the newly opened Serengeti Simba Lodge sits high on the Gambasage Hill in the Ikona Wildlife Management Area, the first WMA to be established within Tanzania. With an almost 360 degree view overlooking Serengeti National Park to the northeast and the Grumeti River and adjacent Grumeti Reserves to the southwest, Serengeti Simba Lodge is a welcome addition to the area. - November 09, 2011 - Simba Portfolio Lodges
Travel To Go Becomes a Major Sponsor of Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The vacation services company will be a Silver sponsor of Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional industry networking and awards event. - November 07, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
First Yoga Retreat at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
From the 30th November to the 4th December, Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique will be holding, for the first time, a Yoga Retreat designed to help you to understand the foundations of Classical Yoga. - November 06, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Edinburgh Hotel Group Bookings Surge in 2011
Hotel bookings made by groups visiting Edinburgh have surged in the past 12 months, according to figures from Hotels.tv Edinburgh, the accommodation booking experts. Group accommodation bookings made by Hotels.tv in Edinburgh have increased by 32% in 2011 compared to 2010. Ian Jamieson, Regional... - November 06, 2011 - Hotels.tv in Edinburgh
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Celebrates Responsible Business Week in Partnership with National Geographic’s Center for Sustainable Destinations
Employees participate in activities to sustain and enhance Cozumel Island - November 04, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Accor Introduces Ibis to Japan
Ibis Tokyo Shinjuku opening in the famous Shinjuku area on November 1 heralds the arrival of Accor’s strongest hotel brand to Japan. - November 04, 2011 - Accor
2011 Louisiana XC State Championship Series Concludes with “Battle at the Bend,” Awards Ceremony at Cypress Bend Resort
Extreme mountain bikers from across the country will travel to Cypress Bend Resort in northwest Louisiana to face Hercules, a 6.1-mile race course with almost 1,000 feet of grueling climbs and wicked downhill elevation changes, as they compete in the November 19 “Battle at the Bend,”... - November 03, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
Le Meridien Amman Organizes First Chefs’ Forum in Jordan
Le Meridien Amman in collaboration with Meat and Livestock Australia, recently organized and hosted the first Chefs’ Forum in Jordan, which focused on the Australian meat industry and its clean, safe, delicious Halal guarantee of quality, highlighting the benefits and versatility of... - November 03, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Georgia’s Lake Lanier Islands Resort® Lights the Path to a Magical Holiday Season
Southern Lakeside Resort Prepares to Flip the Switch on the 19th Annual Magical Nights of Lights® - November 02, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
Green Key Global Invited to Speak at Green Lodging & Hospitality Conference
Green Key Global, the leading green hotel certification program in the world, was invited to participate in the 3rd Annual Green Lodging & Hospitality Conference in Orlando, FL next week. Tony Pollard, Managing Director of Green Key, will contribute to a panel discussion titled “The World... - November 02, 2011 - Green Key Global
HotelTravel.com Launches Mobile Website
HotelTravel.com is launching its mobile website, m.hoteltravel.com, for customers on the move. Wherever people travel, m.HotelTravel.com is now just a touch away for tablet or smart phone users on any independent mobile platform. - November 02, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Perspective Magazine Awards Program is Open for Nominations to Choose Timeshare and Fractional Industry Elite
The Second Annual Perspective Magazine Awards Program, sponsored by Holiday Systems International, will be held in conjunction with the GNEX 2012 Global Networking Expo. - October 31, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
American Liberty Hospitality's Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria Offers Holiday Package with Ice Skating and More
Ice skate around a spectacular 55-foot lighted tree, pose for a photo with jolly ol’ St. Nick, sip hot coca, and shop ‘til you drop this holiday season with The Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria’s “What To Do With The Kids” package. The package starts at $114 and... - October 30, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Exceeds Expectations
The Medical Tourism Association has reported the fourth edition of the World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress to be a huge success with a higher and more diverse level of attendees. - October 29, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
evolution by Great Hotels of the World and buuteeq Partner to Help Hotels Thrive in the Digital Marketplace
To coincide with World Travel Market in London next week, leading hospitality e-commerce solution provider evolution by Great Hotels of the World and buuteeq, innovator of the world’s first digital marketing system for hotels, has announced a sales and marketing partnership. evolution now... - October 29, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the Excelsior Hotel Malta
The management and staff at the Grand Hotel Excelsior are extremely honoured to have had the opportunity to host the US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during her successful visit to Malta on the 18th October. The Grand Hotel Excelsior strongly believes in its commitment to promote Maltese... - October 29, 2011 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
Christoph Voegeli Appointed General Manager of Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Christoph Voegeli as General Manager with effect from 10 October 2011. Mr. Voegeli joins the Meritus team following his assignment with the InterContinental Hotels Group as General Manager of Holiday Inn Melaka, a... - October 29, 2011 - Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Guests Eat to Earn HHonors Bonus Points at American Liberty Hospitality's Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria
Earning dream vacation packages and free hotel stays is easy as enjoying a juicy NY Strip Steak with Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria’s new Experience Taste Bud Bliss offer for Hilton HHonors members. Guests at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria, 3201 Sage Road between Westheimer and... - October 28, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
Thanksgiving Champagne Brunch at The Woodlands Resort Features Traditional Dishes and Premium Selections
Take the hassle out of Thanksgiving with The Woodlands Resort’s annual Thanksgiving Day Champagne Brunch. The Resort’s culinary team has put together a dazzling array of Thanksgiving dinner favorites for families and friends to enjoy on Thursday, November 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 2... - October 28, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
CENTURY 21 Thomas Sales Associate Tom Parry Achieves National Recognition
Thomas Parry with CENTURY 21 Thomas has been awarded the Accredited Buyer’s Representation designation, the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation, by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council of the National Association of Realtors©. - October 28, 2011 - Century 21 Thomas
Hotel Excelsior Awarded the "Leading Five Star Hotel on the Adriatic"
Adriatic Luxury Hotels have yet again come out as number one following the annual event for Croatian Tourism Professionals. - October 28, 2011 - adriatic luxury hotels
Phuket.Net – Attend the Annual Phuket International Sportfishing Tournament in November
Phuket.Net is pleased to announce the dates for the Annual Phuket International Sportfishing Tournament. This internationally renowned competition will take place at Chalong Bay between the 24th and the 26th November, with registration taking place on 23rd November, from 6:00pm onwards, at a location to be announced. - October 27, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Perspective Magazine Hires Joana Gonzalez as Director of Business Development for Latin America
The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent information provider is expanding its corporate presence into Latin America. - October 27, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
New Golf and Wellness Packages at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Discover the Longevity Golf & Wellness Packages. Not only for golf lovers, but also for the partners who prefer to be pampered and relax in the Monchique Hills, Algarve, Portugal. - October 27, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
evolution Technology by Great Hotels of the World Finds 40% of Corporate Negotiated Rates Are Not Visible on the GDS
evolution launches new service offering to combat results of research. evolution (http://www.evolutiondistribution.com), the hospitality e-commerce and e-distribution provider, has conducted research on over 200 hotels worldwide. The findings have been analysed, and demonstrate that 40% of... - October 27, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Starbase Aviation Welcomes Aboard Marketing and Sales Specialist
Starbase Aviation welcomes new Marketing and Sales Specialist to the company. - October 26, 2011 - Starbase Aviation
Oasis Park Hotel Manila Features Newly Refurbished Modern Hotel Rooms
The new hotel rooms in Manila Philippines for Oasis Park Hotel feature modern amenities and comfort for hotel accommodations. - October 26, 2011 - Oasis Park Hotel
Resorts West Announces Park City GoPro Giveaway
New for the 2011-2012 ski season, Resorts West is giving away a GoPro Hero helmet camera to guests who stay at the Resorts West High Definition Ski House, a 9,000 square-foot ski-in/ski-out villa at Deer Valley Resort. - October 26, 2011 - Resorts West
1st Euro Asia Global Benefits Conference Announced April 23-27th, 2012 in Izmir Turkey
The Global Benefits Association (GBA), www.GlobalBenefitsAssociation.com a coalition of Multinational Employers, Insurance Companies, Agents and Consultants announced their first Euro-Asia Global Insurance & Benefits Conference. - October 25, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Le Meridien Amman Welcomes Swedish Artist Lundén in Continuation to Iits UNLOCK ART™ Programme
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, has recently welcomed the visual Swedish artist Ragnhild Lundén, as she prepared for her second cross cultural exhibition in Jordan; “Intuition and Imagination” at the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts; Le... - October 25, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Exhibitor Area Filling Up Fast at GNEX 2012 with Announcement of New Exhibitor
Travel Guard will participate in Perspective Magazine’s second annual timeshare and fractional industry networking and awards event. - October 24, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Health & Safety Week
Led by Health & Safety Manager Joseph Zammit, Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa in Balluta Bay has organised a very successful Health & Safety week by offering a safer workplace to the hotel’s employees. - October 23, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Mercure to Debut on the Pristine Island of Koh Chang, Thailand
Mercure Koh Chang Hideaway offers an extensive selection of rooms to suit the different needs of leisure travellers. - October 22, 2011 - Accor