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Epoque Hotels Announces New Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires
The recently-opened Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires, an initiative of Spain’s Grupo Regina Hoteles, a member of Epoque Hotels, introduces an innovative concept to Argentina: the Large Boutique Hotel. Unlike traditional boutique establishments, which offer only up to around 30 rooms, the Hotel Pulitzer combines a personalized touch, matchless service and contemporary interior design in a large design hotel providing 104 rooms. - June 17, 2011 - Epoque Hotels
International Insurance Industry Connects with Medical Tourism Industry in Chicago
The Global Benefits Association, a global nonprofit insurance trade association for international insurance companies and multi-national employers will host their second annual international Global Benefits Conference in Chicago, October 26-28th, 2011 in conjunction with the Medical Tourism Association’s annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress. - June 17, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Tucson, Arizona Selected as Top Ten Finalist in Outside Magazine's Search for the "Best Town Ever"
Cast Your Vote for Tucson During Outside’s “Best Town Ever” Facebook Contest - June 16, 2011 - Metropolitan Tucson CVB
AMDETUR Convention Receives Support from Perspective Magazine
The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent information provider is a media sponsor for the fourth year in a row. - June 16, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Bhaya Cruises Awarded TripAdvisor “Certificate of Excellence 2011”
Bhaya Cruises today announced TripAdvisor – the world’s largest travel site has awarded the company a Certificate of Excellence 2011 for its excellent service quality. The certificate is judged from the recommendations of worldwide travelers who contribute to the site. - June 16, 2011 - Bhaya Cruises
Great Hotels of the World Launches 72-Hour Portugal Sale
Great Hotels of the World will launch a 72-hour sale on Tuesday 21 June with a luxurious five-star hotel in Portugal on offer from €34.65 per person per night. From 10am on Tuesday, the five-starVale d’Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa http://www.ghotw.com/vale-d-oliveiras in the... - June 15, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
The Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok Offers the July Food Promotion
The Rembrandt Hotel brings diners one of the most classic dishes of Italy, risotto, serving throughout this July only at da Vinci Italian restaurant. - June 15, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
The Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok Offers the Long Stay Promotion
The special long stay promotion for tourists is available now at The Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok. - June 12, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa Wins Prestigious Pinnacle Award
The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa has won the 2011 Pinnacle Award, the symbol of excellence among meeting planners, bestowed upon resorts and hotels with a proven track record for delivering a superior meetings experience. The coveted award is the “reader’s choice” of the meetings and incentives industry. This year marks the third year that the Radisson Aruba Resort has won the Pinnacle Award. - June 12, 2011 - Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa
Perspective Magazine Announces Dates for GNEX 2012 Timeshare and Fractional Industry Expo
The leading independent, multi-media information provider for the timeshare and fractional industry provides details for its second annual event on the heels of a successful GNEX 2011. - June 12, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Sir Cliff Richard Lived the Grand Life in Malta
Sir Cliff Richard has recently graced the Grand Hotel Excelsior with his presence where he gave a performance during a Gala Dinner organised by Mega Music Malta. - June 12, 2011 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
Offshore Sailing School Launches New "Win a Bareboat Charter" in the Caribbean Contest
Offshore Sailing School announced today a new contest for those who want to learn to cruise and start bareboat chartering. The prize is a 6-day/7-night bareboat charter in the British Virgin Islands, on a three-cabin 41 foot cruising boat provided by The Moorings, a world leader in yacht charters since 1971. - June 11, 2011 - Offshore Sailing School
Revenue Programs Discussed in Detail at GNEX 2011 Timeshare and Fractional Expo
Programs ranging from effective rentals to lifestyle incentive products took center stage at Perspective Magazine’s Global Networking Expo. - June 11, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Peak Hospitality Unveils New Website
Peak Hospitality’s new website will provide access to product offerings that previously didn't exist in this marketplace. The new website will display packages and promotional offers. - June 11, 2011 - Peak Hospitality
Men's Golf Fitness Retreat - New at Vita Vie Retreat
Vita Vie Retreat introduces Men’s Golf Fitness Retreats. These intensive fitness retreats focus on core strength and stability, flexibility and improving range of motion to improve the golf game. - June 10, 2011 - Vita Vie Retreat
Jim Mikula Named General Manager of Boot Ranch
New GM Brings Extensive Resort Hospitality Background to the Texas Hill Country. - June 10, 2011 - Boot Ranch
National Women's Sailing Association Founder Inspires Women's Sailing Conference
Doris Colgate, CEO and President of Offshore Sailing School and founder of the National Women's Sailing Association (NWSA), spoke passionately about "making a difference" in the lives of girls and women during her keynote speech at the 10th Women's Sailing Conference in Marblehead,... - June 10, 2011 - Offshore Sailing School
The Medical Tourism Association Lives in Las Vegas to Bring Medical Tourism to Physician Assistants
The AAPA’s 39th Annual Conference in Las Vegas is the only annual meeting targeting all groups and medical specialties of PAs. The MTA seized the chance to deliver updated news about medical tourism to its delegates and raise awareness to the need for continuum of care. - June 09, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Association Announces Webinar Schedule
As part of the commitment to education, the Medical Tourism Association will be conducting 10 webinars starting on May 24, 2011 and ending September 21, 2011. - June 08, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Great Hotels of the World Appoints New Group Director of Sales & Marketing
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) has announced the appointment of John Clarke as Group Director of Sales & Marketing. Based at the company’s global headquarters in London, John Clarke is responsible for business development for member hotels in the meetings &... - June 08, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Le Meridien Amman Collects 40 Units Upon Blood Donation Campaign Conclusion
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, concluded last week the blood donation campaign for it associates, under the supervision of the National Blood Bank. The facility at the hotel was equipped with all technical requirements to render the yearly process a... - June 08, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Share Your Booking at Rembrandt Hotel
Booking your room through Facebook is available today for Rembrandt's fanpage. - June 08, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Gulf Shores Plantation Selected in Business Alabama Magazine Survey
Gulf Shores Plantation was recently selected as one of Alabama's Top Hotels in a survey of readers of Business Alabama magazine. The survey, published in the May 2011 issue, included 25 top hotels in the state. "When you take a look at the list, Gulf Shores Plantation certainly stands... - June 05, 2011 - Gulf Shores Plantation
20 Hotels from the United Kingdom and Ireland Recognised in the 2011 HotelClub Hotel Awards
HotelClub a world leading global accommodation website offering hotel bookings, today announced 20 winners from the United Kingdom and Ireland in the HotelClub Hotel Awards 2011. HotelClub Hotel Awards – marking their 5th year in 2011 - is the flagship programme from HotelClub that this year... - June 03, 2011 - HotelClub Pty Ltd
American Liberty Hospitality's New Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown Guests Take Backstage Tour of the Toyota Center
Go behind-the-scenes of Toyota Center, home of the Houston Rockets, Houston Aeros and the biggest names in entertainment. - June 03, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
The Medical Tourism Association Announces the Excellence in International Healthcare Leadership Award
This award will be presented at the 4th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress held in Chicago, October 25-28, 2011. - June 03, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Medical Tourism Association Announces the University Medical Center Hamburg- Eppendorf as a Bronze Sponsor at WMT&GHC 2011 in Chicago, IL Oct. 25-28
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the University Medical Center Hamburg- Eppendorf as a returning Bronze Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - June 02, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Relive "America’s Cup" Race Aboard a Multi-Million Dollar Yacht with Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa’s New Sailing Adventure
Participants get hands-on experience grinding the winch, trimming the sail, tacking and jibing during a race aboard the world-famous America’s Cup racing vessels. - June 02, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Lake Lanier Islands’ Golf Course Launches New Health Initiative
Legacy on Lanier Golf Club at Georgia Lakeside Resort Debuts the P.A.R. Program and Employs Old-Fashioned Means for Positive New Results - June 02, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast in Jefferson Texas is Awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence
The Carriage House Bed & Breakfast in Jefferson Texas has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor for the second year in a row. - June 01, 2011 - The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast
New Hostel Opens on the Barcelona Coast
A new type of Youth Hostel recently opened its doors in Calella de Mar on the coast of Barcelona in Spain. The Estrella de Mar Youth Hostel is ready for business during the 2011 Spring and Summer Season. With sharp prices but extensive services, the hostel hopes to target tourists that travel on a... - May 30, 2011 - Estrella de Mar Youth Hostel
RatedApartments.com Expands Booking Services to Serviced Apartments Across United Kingdom
Keeping in sync with its expansion mode, RatedApartments.com announced the addition of new destinations to its booking services across Europe. RatedApartments.com, a leading booking portal for city-based short-term apartment rentals, has shown a remarkable growth in the recent past with additions... - May 30, 2011 - Rated Apartments
Rembrandt Offers the Latest Lobby Bar Menu
The new release Lobby bar menu is arrived at Rembrandt Hotel Sukhumvit 18. - May 29, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Cypress Bend Golf Resort to Host Book Signing with RT Tulley Author of Newly Released “Louisiana Golfer’s Paradise: The Audubon Golf Trail”
A portion of each book sold will benefit The David Toms Foundation. - May 29, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
New Private Courses Prepare Sailors for Cruising with Certification
Offshore Sailing School announced today some new sailing courses to prepare sailors for cruising on their own boat, or get qualified for a Moorings bareboat charter. The courses are private – just a couple or family with an expert Offshore Sailing School cruising instructor. Courses are... - May 29, 2011 - Offshore Sailing School
Interactive Sessions Were a Hallmark of the GNEX 2011 Timeshare and Fractional Expo
Spirited debate and lively sessions were the foundation of Perspective Magazine’s inaugural Global Networking Expo. - May 28, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Attitash Mountain Resort Begins 35th Summer of Fun in New Hampshire. Summer Operations Scheduled to Open for Long Memorial Day Holiday Weekend.
Attitash Mountain Resort is scheduled to open summer & fall operations beginning Saturday, May 28th at 10 a.m. for its 35th summer attraction season. With many more summer attractions having been added at the base of Attitash Mountain since opening in the summer of 1976, the Nor’Easter Mountain Coaster is the newest thrill ride, having just opened last fall, to be offered to those visiting the White Mountains of New Hampshire for the upcoming long weekend and summer vacation periods. - May 27, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort
Lake Lanier Islands Resort Secures Its Anchor as a Summertime Destination in the South with Debut of Lanierworld
Curtain Rises on Exciting New Boardwalk-Themed Entertainment District at the North Georgia Lakeside Resort This Memorial Day Weekend - May 26, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
Queenstown Kitchens Teach Young and Aspiring Chefs
Twelve young Queenstowners are set to benefit from a six-week introductory cookery course that will introduce them to chef careers in the hospitality industry as they are mentored by top Queenstown chefs. - May 26, 2011 - Crowne Plaza Queenstown
Medical Tourism Association™ Travels “Across the Pond” to Spread the Word
The 2011 Travel Distribution Summit held in London was host to the top travel agents, airlines, hotels and affiliated business entities from around the globe. It served as a platform for the MTA to educate these companies about the industry. - May 26, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hyatt Regency Houston Supports Local Non-Profit Organizations by Offering Complimentary Meeting Space
Hyatt Regency Houston, located at 1200 Louisiana Street in downtown, is now offering complimentary use of its meeting rooms to local non-profit organizations from June 1 through December 30. Hyatt Regency Houston’s “Meeting For a Cause” allows non-profit organizations operating... - May 26, 2011 - Hyatt Regency Houston
Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce's Annual Event Raises More Than $46,000 for Its Endowed Scholarship at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management
The Grand Wine & Food Affair Scholarship Endowment provides critical financial support to students pursuing careers in hospitality management, culinary arts, and spirituous beverage management and marketing. - May 26, 2011 - Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce
Newest All Seasons Hotel Opens in Bangkok
This newly built all seasons hotel is ready to welcome both corporate and leisure travellers with trendy accommodation at excellent value. - May 26, 2011 - Accor
New Hilton Head Welcome Center Opens, I-95 Exit 8 Offers Visitor Assistance & Area Accommodations
The new Hilton Head Island, SC Welcome Center opened on May 1st, 2011, providing visitors to Hilton Head and travelers on I-95 a valuable resource for area information and discount vacation packages. - May 25, 2011 - Hilton Head Island Welcome Center
The Medial Tourism Association Announces an Exclusive Ministerial Summit at WMT&GHC Oct. 25-28
The MTA Announces an Exclusive Ministerial Summit, Part of the 4th Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress October 25-28 in Chicago. - May 25, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Le Meridien Amman and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Launch Associate Fundraising Challenge to Raise Money for UNICEF’s Education Programmes in Pakistan and Romania
As Part of this Fundraising Effort throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Le Meridien Amman is Hosting a Play for UNICEF Football Tournament in Support of Starwood’s 2011 Road to Awareness Campaign. - May 24, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Attitash Mountain Resort to Host Eastern States Cup Downhill Mountain Biking Weekend Event. New Hampshire State Championship Finals Scheduled for Sunday, June 19th.
Attitash Mountain Resort has announced that it will be hosting the New Hampshire State Championship Finals for the Eastern States Cup downhill mountain biking series on Saturday, June 11th & Sunday, June 12th. The Eastern States Cup (ESC) is a USA Cycling (USAC) Regional Championship Series. - May 23, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort
Rembrandt Hotel, Patron of the Arts
Rembrandt Hotel is proud to support Opera Siam to continuously promote the unique Arts and Culture. - May 22, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Announces Winners of 3rd Annual Cozumel Island Golf Tournament
A portion of tournament proceeds benefited the Community Foundation of Cozumel. - May 21, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Rembrandt Supports Miss Travel Daily’s Cooking
Rembrandt Hotel was proud to present its very own contestant in the Miss Travel Daily Competition, Khun Khemjira La-ongnual, Spa Manager, to participate in the Black Box Culinary Team Cooking Challenge, the second phase challenge in the Miss TDA Thailand competition on May 18th. After the news... - May 21, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok