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The Pike's Waterfront Lodge Web-Page Has Just Gotten an Update: Features Include a New Reservation System, Blog, and Gallery
Pike’s Waterfront Lodge is releasing a revamped version of their website. New features include a picture gallery of the rooms, garden, and grounds; an integrated weekly blog and Facebook page; new room details and more information about the joint Future Farmers of America and UAF hydroponics... - July 20, 2011 - Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Great Hotels of the World Removes All Booking and Credit Card Fees
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance, is delighted to announce that it has removed all booking and credit card fees from its website. Customers are now able to book online without facing any additional charges associated with their... - July 20, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Brett/Robinson Early Fall Rates Begin in August
Summer has only recently begun, but Brett/Robinson has some good news for those already looking forward to the perks of autumn: fall rates for vacation rentals are about to begin. August 1st marks the beginning of the company’s early fall season. This means Gulf Shores & Orange Beach... - July 17, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Australia: a Nation of Globetrotting Adventure Travellers? Think Again
The latest statistics for Australians travelling abroad have one of our closest neighbours - Indonesia taking out the number two position in the most popular travel destinations, trailing only to New Zealand. - July 16, 2011 - LivingSocial Escapes
The Medical Tourism Association Travels to Las Vegas to Spread the Word to HR Professionals
The MTA recently showcased medical tourism to one of the largest Human Resources Conferences in U.S. Over 13,000 HR professionals and decision makers attended; the MTA was able to educate employers about the benefits of medical tourism. - July 15, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Great Hotels of the World – Free Nights Offers
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) reveals a selection of its best offers, all offering free nights. 1. Jetwing Lighthouse, Galle, Sri Lanka Rates from €103 per room, per night Receive a free night at this elegant and peaceful resort in the historical city of Galle. An... - July 15, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Named One of the Top 20 Resorts in Mexico by Travel + Leisure Magazine
The acclaimed property is the only destination in Cozumel to make the list of Top 20 Resorts in Mexico. - July 14, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Attitash Mountain Resort Begins "Pin The Trail" Summer Weekly Downhill Mountain Bike Race Series Wednesday, July 13
Attitash Mountain Resort begins the 2nd annual "Pin The Trail" summer weekly downhill mountain biking race series Wednesday, July 13. The series will run for six weeks and be a single run format downhill mountain bike race held every Wednesday at Attitash. Each week, a number plate draw... - July 13, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort
US Insurance Companies, Employers and Agents Rally Around Medical Tourism in Chicago
The anticipated largest group of insurance companies, employers and insurance agents will converge in Chicago for the Medical Tourism Association’s 4th Annual event, The World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress October 26-28, 2011. The event is set to develop bilateral relationships between international healthcare providers and Health insurance Industry Stakeholders. - July 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Steve Luba Promoted to Chief Operating Officer for Perspective Magazine North America
The independent multi-media information leader for the timeshare and fractional industry is expanding its North America operation. - July 12, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Don’t Leave Home Without Your Gadgets These School Holidays
The number one tip for families planning on going away these school holidays: make sure you pack your gadgets, including mobile phones, iPads, portable DVDs and mp3 players. In a question posted to 500,000 Facebook fans of the daily deals sites LivingSocial and Jump On It, the latest gadgets were... - July 11, 2011 - LivingSocial Escapes
Perspective Magazine Hires Kerry McCormack as Client Relationship Manager
The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent multi-media information provider is expanding its sales and account management department due to new product development. - July 11, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
The Rembrandt Hotel Joins in Muangthai 360 Degrees Event
The Rembrandt Hotel will join in Muangthai 360 degrees event during 22 -24 July 2011 at MCC Hall, The Mall Bangkapi. - July 09, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
DirectRooms.com – Wikimedia Community Meets in Haifa for Annual International Conference from 1 to 3 August 2011
DirectRooms.com reports that members of the Tiki community will be meeting in Haifa to discuss attributes of wiki technology and to meet other members who have contributed code to the project. - July 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Innovations from Within the Packaging Industry Are Showcased in Davao from 21 to 23 July 2011
DirectRooms.com highlights that a major trade event for companies involved with packaging will be taking place in Davao which will present designs and equipment used by the industry. - July 08, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Grammy Award Winner Kenny G in Concert Sept. 16 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will present a rare acoustic duo performance by Kenny G featuring Robert Damper on piano, Friday, September 16 at 9 p.m. in the Rollins Center. In a recording career that spans almost three decades with 23 album releases, Kenny G has solidified his reputation as a... - July 08, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Perspective Media to be the Exclusive Provider of Resort Television to the Timeshare and Fractional Industry
The leading independent multi-media information provider for the timeshare and fractional industry will have exclusive global resale rights to provide Resort Television services to vacation ownership resorts. - July 08, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
DirectRooms.com – Movie Stars Step Out in Busselton for Specialist Film Festival During 24 to 28 August 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that Busselton will be screening a number of French and Australian film premieres as part of the area’s unique festival specialising in films only from the two countries. - July 08, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Timeshare and Fractional Companies Now Have New Corporate Recruitment Packages Available Through Perspective Magazine
The timeshare and fractional industry’s top platform for job listings attracts thousands of job applicants per month for its clients. - July 07, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Resorts West Adds Black Diamond Lodge to Deer Valley Accommodations
Resorts West adds Snow Park lodging to Deer Valley inventory with a 3-bedroom luxury condo. - July 07, 2011 - Resorts West
Cypress Bend Resort’s Director of Sales Elected to Board of Directors for Louisiana Travel Promotion Association
April Lawrence, Director of Sales of Cypress Bend Golf Resort & Conference Center located 75-miles south of Shreveport, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Louisiana Travel Promotion Association. “I am honored to be serve LTPA and the nearly 800 members the association... - July 07, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
Kerry Bennett Named General Manager of Louisiana’s Cypress Bend Resort
Kerry Bennett has been promoted to General Manager of Louisiana’s Cypress Bend Resort. He previously served as Assistant General Manager of the 600-acre property located 73 miles south of Shreveport. Bennett joined Cypress Bend in 2009 as Director of Resource Development where he designed... - July 07, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
Happy 18th Anniversary to the Rembrandt Hotel
The Rembrandt Hotel celebrated its 18th anniversary on July 5, 2011. The celebration of this special day started with Mr. Suphat Sivasriaumphai, Managing Director, presiding over a traditional Thai monk ceremony and an award ceremony granting service awards to Rembrandt’s associates in the... - July 07, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Dragonfly Opens Second Luxurious Retreat in Pudong
Popular Shanghai spa brand launches second location beside SNIEC and Century Park in the Kerry Parkside retail mall. - July 07, 2011 - Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat
Travel the Jersey Shore in Style and Comfort Highlight: Cranbury Inn, Seaside Heights
The Cranbury Inn has undergone an extensive renovation at the Jersey Shore. The hotel has taken a step to promote quality in Seaside Heights, NJ. The renovation took more than 6 months to complete with changes made to the entire consumer experience. - July 05, 2011 - Cranbury Inn
Offshore Sailing School Graduate Wins New Hunter 15 with Trailer
Brian Kastner of Ada, Michigan is the proud owner of a brand New Hunter 15 with trailer, valued at $7,615. His story and photographs were the winning entry in a contest Offshore Sailing School ran for graduates of its Learn to Sail and Fast Track to Cruising® courses who took a course between... - July 03, 2011 - Offshore Sailing School
StarCity Recreation Floor to Open on July 1st
Swimming Pool, Fitness Center, Beauty Salon, Sauna and Spa are now available at StarCity as soon as its recreation floor opens. - July 02, 2011 - StarCity Saigon Hotel
HotelTravel.com Selected as Finalist for Travolution Award
HotelTravel.com is a finalist for the Travolution Awards in the "Best Accommodation Consumer Website" category. The Travolution Awards are considered high honours in the online travel sector, awarded for innovation and excellence. HotelTravel.com joins an elite group of previous finalists and winners including EasyJet, Expedia, Trip Advisor and Travelsupermarket. - July 01, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Chef Ainer Dazzles at the 5th Manila Food and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX) 2011
The Sous Chef of the Barramundi Grill Hotel Restaurant of the Oasis Park Hotel Manila, Chef Ainer presented his culinary skills at the WORLDBEX Services International, the Manila Food and Beverages Expo 2011 (MAFBEX). - June 30, 2011 - Oasis Park Hotel
Japanese Mountain Retreat Utilizing Victoria's World Class Spa Facilities
Japanese Mountain Retreat's knack of utilizing world class spa facilities and natural attributes including mineral springs and geothermal waters, has steered couples to Victoria’s mountain regions for a relaxing escape. Victoria is the leading destination for spa and wellness tourism in... - June 29, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa Delivers Ground-Breaking Above Average Operational Management and Customer Service Skills
The team of spa therapists at Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa provide unique Japanese style surroundings through special and ground-breaking operational management and customer service skills. - June 29, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
Le Meridien Amman Conducts a Fire Drill to Maintain Safety Measures in Case of Emergency
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, organized a fire drill involving all hotel employees. The purpose of the drill was to provide tactical experience, sufficient knowledge and training for the employees as well as empower them to calmly face and handle all circumstances... - June 29, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Warm Welcoming from the Rembrandt Hotel to Taiwanese Indie Bands
The Rembrandt Hotel would like to invite concert lovers to the Thailand - Taiwan Connection Concert of Two Taiwanese bands in this upcoming July. - June 26, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
European Grand Prix is McLaren's Big Chance
Red Bull Racing's Sebastian Vettel's slip up on the final lap of last week's Canadian Grand Prix is just the break his Formula 1 competitors have been waiting for. The European Grand Prix from June 27 to 29 could be McLaren Mercedes big chance to make up even more ground on the leaders. - June 25, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
GIC Argentina launch LA CIUDAD, Your Guide to All the Latest Shows and Events Right Here in Buenos Aires
This week announces the launch of LA CIUDAD, the most recent website release from Grupo de Intercambio Cultural (GIC Argentina), the number one study abroad organization in Argentina. Updated daily, LA CIUDAD is the online guide for the latest in theatre, concerts, sports, art and events happening right here in Buenos Aires. - June 25, 2011 - GIC Argentina
Great Hotels of the World – Luxury for Less
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) reveals a selection of their best offers - all for under €100 per room per night. - June 25, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
American Liberty Hospitality's Hawthorn Suites Killeen Offers Low Rates, Convenient Location for Those Attending Fort Hood's Freedom Fest
Hawthorn Suites Killeen offers hot breakfast, high-speed Internet access and a convenient location to the shuttle stop for those attending the July 4th festival at Fort Hood Military Base. - June 24, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
Pet Hotels of America Releases Summer Travel Deals
Pet Hotels of America, the one-stop travel planning website for people with pets, is offering huge discounts on pet-friendly hotels. Those planning summer vacations can reserve their hotel, car and flight from the website and also get travel tips and information on places to visit, pet-friendly beaches and parks throughout America. - June 23, 2011 - Pet Hotels of America
Attitash Mountain Resort Celebrates 35 Years of Summer Fun on Friday, July 1. Discount Tickets, Classic Car Event, and More Will Mark Date Alpine Slide Opened in 1976.
Attitash Mountain Resort will celebrate 35 years of summer fun on Friday, July 1, with scheduled events including discount $35 day tickets and the first summer “Cruise Attitash” classic and vintage car showing hosted by the Mount Washington Valley Old Car Club. Local radio stations WMWV 93.5FM & Magic 104/98.1FM will be broadcasting live from 12-4p.m. The day will also include a BBQ special free cake cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. - June 23, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort
Wednesday is the New Friday at the Bridge Hotel in Boca Raton with the "Jazz, Bossa & Blues Live at the Top of the Bridge" Series
The Bridge Hotel continues to “jazz up” summer nights with the popular Jazz, Bossa & Blues Series Live at the Top of the Bridge. Now a few weeks into the series, the top names in South Florida Jazz are coming together every Wednesday and fans are filling the penthouse level of the hotel to soak in the great music and the incredible views. - June 23, 2011 - Boca Raton Bridge Hotel
Gulf Vacationers Still Have Time to Buy Brett/Robinson’s Discounted Concert Tickets
Gulf Coast visitors looking to attend a summer concert have until the end of June to take advantage of Brett/Robinson’s discounted tickets special. The offer was originally posted on the company’s website in April and is good until June 30th. Vacationers who book a minimum four-night... - June 23, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Guests Staying at American Liberty Hospitality's Best Western Jefferson Inn Receive a Gas Card with Proof of Harley-Davidson Rental
Motorcycle enthusiasts staying at Beaumont’s Best Western Jefferson Inn who rent a Harley from neighboring Cowboy Harley-Davidson receive $15 in free gas courtesy of the hotel. - June 23, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
Home is Where the Heart is for Edinburgh Accommodation Expert
www.Hotels.tv – A new web-based hotel review and booking service for visitors to Edinburgh and the Lothians has launched today. - June 23, 2011 - Hotels.tv in Edinburgh
MTA Announces Launch of iTunes Medical Tourism Channel
As part of the commitment to education, the MTA has launched a channel on iTunes and has released it's exclusive interviews, podcasts and webinars in order to provide accurate information to people interested in learning more about this industry. - June 22, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Great Hotels of the World Sees Surge in Corporate Bookings
The hotel sales & marketing alliance reports increase in bookings via the GW chain code indicating positive signs for the market going forward. - June 22, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
The Swedish Midsummer Celebration at the Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok
Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce celebrated the midsummer at the Rembrandt Hotel on June 18th at da Vinci Italian restaurant, offering a great Swedish buffet style with kids' BBQ station. - June 22, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
News from Doug Sandahl, Owner of the Greer Lodge Resort and Cabins on the Wallow Wildfire
Doug Sandahl, owner of the Greer Lodge Resort and Cabins, comments on the condition of Greer after the Wallow Wildfire. - June 20, 2011 - Greer Lodge Resort and Cabins
The Rembrandt Hotel Invites Opera Lovers to the Revival of Siam’s Most Popular Opera
The Rembrandt Hotel invites Opera lovers to the revival of Somtow's popular Opera, Mae Naak, at Chalerm Krung theatre during July 12-13, 2011. Tickets are available at Thai ticket major or Bangkok Opera Foundation. - June 19, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Htel Service Apartment Amsterdam Achieves Number 1 Spot on Tripadvisor
The number 1 spot on Tripadvisor for speciality lodging is Htel Serviced Apartments. In June 2011 the business, that is specialized for a short stay in Amsterdam and Amstelveen, is honored with this achievement due to the realization of a social media campaign. In cooperation with Xotels hotel... - June 17, 2011 - Htel Apartments
Rembrandt Hotel Participated in Thailand Travel Mart 2011
During June 8-10, 2011 The Rembrandt Hotel took part in Thailand Travel Mart 2011 at Impact Arena Muangthong Thani as a great opportunity to enhance brand awareness and relationship with partners. - June 17, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok