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Surf’s Up in Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie is fast becoming Australia’s best kept secret. - August 12, 2011 - LivingSocial Escapes
Green Key Global to Present at West Coast Green Lodging Conference
Green Key Global, the operators of the Green Key Eco-Rating Program, has been invited to address the 2nd Annual West Coast Green Lodging Conference (WCGLC) later this month. The Green Key session, titled “Third-Party Green Certification – What’s the Return,” will be presented on Monday, August 22nd at 3:30 PM at the Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel & Ski Resort. - August 12, 2011 - Green Key Global
TripFab Works on Building a Travel Product That Promises to Change the Entire Travel Industry
A new group of individuals are coming up with a new travel product which, they claim, will make the travel industry "c**p" its pants as stated on their coming soon page (http://www.tripfab.com). On an interview with the CEO and co-founder of this company about the development and goals of... - August 11, 2011 - TripFab
“One Ocean, Two Paradises” Package from Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa and Presidente InterContinental Cancun Resort
Package includes five nights accommodation, daily breakfast and airfare between Cozumel Island and Cancun. - August 11, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
700-Foot Slip-and-Slide Debuts at Louisiana’s Cypress Bend Resort
There will be no lack of water at Toledo Bend Lake’s largest resort. What is believed to be one of the longest slip-and-slides in America, measuring more than 700 feet with an 80-foot descent, the Cypress Bend Screamer will be unveiled for one day only - Saturday, August 20 - at... - August 11, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
Peak Hospitality Announces Affiliation with Architectural Brass
Peak Hospitality will now represent the full product line of Architectural Brass. - August 11, 2011 - Peak Hospitality
The Rembrandt Hotel Launches the New Pool Bar Menu
The Rembrandt Hotel is pleased to announce that its Pool Bar is launching a brand new menu of organic, healthy and mouth watering dishes. While relaxing by the pool, guests can select from a wide variety of tasty dishes, Thai or international cuisines. The pool bar features mouth-watering Western... - August 11, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Stay Free at the Rembrandt Hotel
The Rembrandt Hotel partners with Thai Airways and TAT offering a super special package for those who fly with Thai Airways from Sweden to Thailand to stay free at the Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok during August – September 2011. - August 11, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
All Three Pacific Resort Hotel Group Properties Finalists in the 2011 HM Awards
Pacific Resort Hotel Group properties; Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa have all been named as a Finalists in the 2011 HM Awards for Hotel & Accommodation Excellence, with winners due to be announced at the gala dinner in Sydney on... - August 10, 2011 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
The Rembrandt Hotel Invites Salsa Dancers to Get on the Floor
The Rembrandt Hotel invites all Salsa dancers to get on the floor and dance the night away on Saturday August 27th at Senõr Pico with the Fiesta Latina Latinos Unidos en Tailandia. - August 10, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Nika Corporate Housing Joins the "GO Furnished Housing" Team
Nika Corporate Housing and GO Furnished Housing Providers Offers Highest Standards, One-Call Access to Best-in-Class Apartments, 35% Savings over Standard Hotel Rates, and Nationwide Reach - August 09, 2011 - Nika Corporate Housing
DirectRooms.com – Athletes Compete in Vietnam Triathlon from 10 to 11 September 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that athletes are being invited to compete in the Vietnam Triathlon which will feature a main race over Olympic distances as well as a series of smaller events. - August 06, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Certified Scuba Divers Invited to Participate in Project AWARE Coastal Cleanup Hosted by Presidente InterContinental Resort & Spa and Scuba Du
Guided by certified dive masters, participants will visit Cozumel’s National Marine Park for an afternoon of cleaning marine debris from the world’s second largest coral reef. - August 06, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Surprise, The Terra Cotta Inn Nude and Topless Sunbathing Resort. Palm Springs is Southern California's Most Popular Resort According to the Los Angeles Times
Many people are in a rut because of the hustle and bustle of life. They eat at the same bland chain restaurants. Buy groceries at the same big chain store. Vacation at the same boring chain hotels. Break out of the rut. The Los Angeles Times Newspaper created the 2011 Readers Choice Awards. Readers now know the best that Southern California has to offer. And as a pleasant surprise, the most popular resort selected was The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa of sunny Palm Springs. - August 05, 2011 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
DirectRooms.com – Forty Couples Meet in Luxor to Get Married Like the Pharaohs During 15 to 20 October 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that visitors can be transported back in time to ancient Egypt to see what a traditional Pharaonic wedding would have looked like as the original customs are shown in Luxor. - August 05, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Best Holiday Ideas for Travelling Without Breaking the Bank
Australians looking for a great holiday are realising you don’t need to waste money on overseas escapes. - August 05, 2011 - LivingSocial Escapes
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa to Host Photo Competition
Photographers Compete by Land and Sea to Capture the Natural Beauty of Cozumel Island - August 05, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Great Hotels of the World Launches New RFP Tool on Meeting Planners’ Website
New tool makes it easier and quicker for planner to complete the RFP process. - August 05, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Scenic Hotel Auckland Invests Over $85,000 for Best Rugby World Cup Views
Scenic Hotel Auckland ensures its guests get a great view of the Rugby World Cup 2011 in New Zealand whether they have the much-prized match tickets or not. - August 05, 2011 - Scenic Hotel Group
Low Rates, Live Entertainment Keep the Summer Fun Going This Labor Day at the Woodlands Resort
School may be back in session, but families can still take advantage of a summer getaway over the extended Labor Day weekend. - August 04, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Montara Hospitality Holdings Announces New General Manager for Boathouse, Kata Beach, Phuket Thailand
Narong Pattamasaevi, Chairman, Montara Hospitality Holdings Co. Ltd., has announced Marie Laure Fleury will be appointed General Manager of Boathouse, the legendary 37-room boutique resort on Kata Beach, Phuket, Thailand. - August 04, 2011 - Boathouse Resort
The Rembrandt Hotel Hosted Swiss Singer Maja Brunner
Recently the top Swiss singer Ms. Maja Brunner flew to Thailand to attend the Swiss National Day’s celebration. The Rembrandt Hotel was glad to have an opportunity to host Ms. Brunner during her stay in Bangkok. - August 04, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Lake Lanier Islands' Chef Rick Whorf Brings Something New to the Table
Introduction of New Culinary Talent at Lakeside Resort Could Cause a Stir in North Georgia - August 03, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Earns Fodor’s Choice 2011 Distinction From Fodor’s Travel
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa has been recognized as a Fodor’s Choice 2011 selection by Fodor’s, the leading name in travel information. This distinction designates Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort as a leading hotel for service, quality and... - August 03, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
A Legend Awakes...the Au Co Sets New Standards
It all began as a Legend. Back in time, in a land where the mountains meet the sea, a beautiful, young fairy Au Co, falls in love with Long Quan, the Dragon Lord of the Sea. Their children, better known as the Hung Kings, became the early leaders of ancient Vietnam. In March 2012, Ha Long... - August 03, 2011 - Bhaya Cruises
Boxing Card Update for Aug. 19 Friday Night Fights at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Amir Mansour, Ronica Jeffrey, Edgar Santana Going for Belts
Tickets are selling fast for the Aug. 19 multiple championship night of boxing in the Rollins Center arena at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. Amir “Hard Core” Mansour, 14(11)-0 will face Dominick “The Southern Disaster” Guinn, 33(22)-7-1 for the WBO NABO Intercontinental... - August 03, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Epoque Hotels Represents the Hempel Hotel, London
Epoque Hotels welcomes a new member - the Hempel Hotel, London to its boutique hotels collection. - August 02, 2011 - Epoque Hotels
Elvis "The King" Presley Tribute Returns to Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will celebrate legendary music icon, Elvis Presley, with its Second Annual Elvis Tribute Competition & Festival on August 26 & 27. A competition to determine the best Elvis tribute artist will be presented in a series of competitive... - July 31, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Kenny G Cancels Show in Dover, Del
The Kenny G performance scheduled for Sept. 16 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino has been abruptly cancelled by the artist’s agent so that he may attend a private celebration that weekend. Dover Downs Hotel & Casino regrets this cancellation, and extends apologies to ticket purchasers for... - July 31, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Low Labor Day Weekend Rates at Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Send your kids back to school with wonderful summer memories. - July 31, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Holiday Inn Melaka Announces New General Manager
Holiday Inn Melaka has a new General Manager to lead the team. - July 31, 2011 - Holiday Inn Melaka
The Rembrandt Hotel Partnered with the Palace Luzern to Promote Thai Food
The Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok recently partnered with the Palace Luzern, a luxury hotel in Switzerland, to promote a Thai food festival at Luzern during June 27th until July 10th 2011. - July 29, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
The Medical Tourism Association Announces New Life Global Network as an Exhibitor at the 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the New Life Global Network as an exhibitor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - July 29, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Celebrate National Girlfriends Day at The Woodlands Resort
In honor of friendship, The Woodlands Resort is helping tween girls celebrate National Girlfriends Day (August 1) with its Girlfriends Getaway offer. The Girlfriends Getaway is available Monday, August 1 through Friday, August 5, and includes a bracelet-making kit, an oversized “Best... - July 29, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
South American Shared Ownership Investment Conference to Receive Support from Perspective Magazine
The independent information leader for the timeshare and fractional industry will be a media sponsor for the second year in a row. - July 29, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
CT Mansion Featured in Great Inns
The Boardman House is Featured in Great Inns, Bed & Breakfasts, and Guesthouses Book Edited by Damir Sinovcic and Molly Teter Webb. - July 28, 2011 - Boardman House B&B, LLC
Great Hotels of the World Launches Great Signs of the World Competition
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance, has launched a brand new photography competition where entrants will send in photos of the greatest signs they have come across during their travels or even in their own town. Great Hotels of the... - July 28, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Enjoy an Evening of OUTrageous Comedy & Wine with Comedians Jason Stuart and Jennie McNulty
The Center Orange County will host an evening of laughter under the sultry summer stars featuring out comedians Jason Stuart and Jennie McNulty. The post-event VIP wine reception will be sponsored by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly. - July 27, 2011 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
Second Annual Bocce Tournament & Italian Festival Sept. 3 & 4 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will present the Second Annual Bocce Tournament & Italian Festival on Saturday, Sept. 3 and Sunday, Sept. 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Festivities will take place in the Rollins Center and include live bocce ball competitions, entertainment, Italian wines... - July 27, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The Rembrandt Hotel Welcomes Rotarians to Thailand
The Rembrandt Hotel would like to welcome all Rotarians to the 2012 Rotary International Convention, which will be arranged at Impact Arena Muangthong Thani, Thailand. - July 27, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Medical Tourism Healthcare Leaders Awards to be Announced in Chicago October 25-28, 2011
The Medical Tourism Association™ (Global Healthcare Association) will be awarding a select group of leaders in international healthcare whose achievements have enhanced and brought innovation to the International Healthcare Industry and excelled at providing international healthcare quality and international patients services. - July 27, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Former Prime Minister of Italy Stays at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta
The Grand Hotel Excelsior was honoured to host Professor Giuliano Amato, former Prime Minister of Italy and Mrs Amato during a visit to Malta. - July 27, 2011 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
Contest Coming to a Close as Owners Perspective Magazine Celebrates Three-Year Anniversary
To acknowledge the success of the publication, the timeshare and fractional ownership consumer magazine will provide free advertising packages to selected vacation ownership companies next week. - July 27, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok Launches the August Food Promotion
The Rembrandt Hotel has just launched the latest food promotion in August, it is the top 5 specialties from Piemonte. - July 25, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Free Wedding Ceremony for Couples in NYC on Sunday July 24th at Washington Square Park
Couples can get married for free at Washington Square Park on Sunday, July 24, 2011 by Mary C. Pugh, wedding officiant. - July 24, 2011 - Mary C. Pugh CT Justice of the Peace
Great Hotels of the World Reports Increase in Meeting and Incentive Enquiries
Year-on-year increase in enquiries signals healthy growth in the MICE market. - July 24, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Delaware Boxer Hits the Big Time - Earns Shot at NABO Heavyweight Title Amir Mansour Fights to be Champion of His Destiny and the Sport
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino and the North American Boxing Organization announce the unanimous decision of the NABO Board to sanction the Amir Mansour vs. Dominick Guinn fight for the Heavyweight Interim Title on Aug. 19 in Dover, Delaware, US. The winner of the NABO Interim Championship will garner an automatic Top 15 ranking into the WBO monthly world ratings. The belt is currently held by Tomasz Adamek, who is scheduled to fight Vitali Klitschko for the WBO Heavyweight Championship. - July 23, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Catch the Fiji Love Bug
A popular destination for celebrities, Fiji’s white sandy beaches, palm trees, beautiful coral reefs and seclusion, fit the bill for the perfect romance. - July 22, 2011 - LivingSocial Escapes
John Spence Named as Keynote Speaker for Timeshare and Fractional Networking Expo GNEX 2012
The Chairman of Karma Royal Group will address delegates during Perspective Magazine’s shared ownership industry networking event. - July 21, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Le Meridien Amman Offer Members of Its Award-Winning Loyalty Program SPG Special Offers and Rewards
Le Meridien Amman and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Offer Members of its Award-Winning Loyalty Programme; Starwood Preferred Guest, Special Offers and Rewards in Celebration of Ramadan. - July 21, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman