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Grand Marquis Waterpark Hotel & Suites in Wisconsin Dells Announces Special Package Deals
New package deals at Grand Marquis slashes cost of Wisconsin Dells getaway, America’s foremost water park vacation spot - November 30, 2010 - Grand Marquis Waterpark Hotel & Suites
Dragonfly Retreats Expand to Second Location in Hong Kong and Donate First Week’s Proceeds to Charity
In addition to expanding its service offering in Central, Hong Kong to include beauty and nailcare services, award-winning Dragonfly Retreats will donate the entire first week’s proceeds from sale of spa and beauty services to The Women’s Foundation, Hong Kong. - November 29, 2010 - Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat
Resorts West Introduces New Luxury Services for Holiday Guests to Park City
Airport meet-and-greet service and family portraits are among new holiday services offered by Park City-based luxury lodging company, Resorts West. - November 29, 2010 - Resorts West
Great Hotels of the World Strengthens Meeting and Incentive Sales Team
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance has strengthened its meeting and incentive sales team with the promotion of Armand Guillemot to Director of Sales – Meetings & Incentives (career biography and photo:... - November 29, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Yats Leisure Adds Outdoor Amenities to Attract More Visitors from Manila to Relax in Clark Pampanga Philippines
New amenities introduced to Yats Leisure's popular beach resort include barbecue facilities for cookout, grill food, camping and picnic grounds designed for families and school picnics. These outdoor facilities blend in with lake, beach and trees of Philippines Clark's natural ambiance to render a laid back lifestyle. - November 28, 2010 - Yats Leisure
DirectRooms.com - Miss Earth Final 2010 is Taking Place in Nha Trang on 4 December 2010
DirectRooms.com can report that contestants will be lining up in front of the judges for the final of the Miss Earth 2010 beauty pageant taking place in December. - November 26, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Melaka Holds a Series of Parties for New Year
DirectRooms.com highlights that visitors to the coastal city of Melaka in Malaysia will want to check out a number of special activities and events planned for the New Year. - November 26, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Pattaya Hosts the 2nd Asian Conference on Environmental Mutagens Between 15 and 18 December 2010
DirectRooms.com reveals that leading Asian scientists and academics will be convening in the Thai coastal city of Pattaya to discuss the latest scientific developments related to the study of environmental mutagens. - November 26, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Cambodians Celebrate Human Rights Day in Phnom Penh on 10 December 2010
DirectRooms.com can reveal that Cambodia’s Phnom Penh will be featuring a range of colourful activities and parades as the city’s residents celebrate International Human Rights Day - November 26, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Mike Ditka Resorts Announces the Launch of Their Redesigned Website
Mike Ditka Resorts is excited to announce the completion of their newly redesigned website. The new website encompasses both Mike Ditka Resorts properties, Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club and Mike Ditka Resorts – Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa. The website features a new look,... - November 26, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Orlando Travelers Can Celebrate the Holidays in Style at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa
Travelers visiting Orlando during the holidays can celebrate in style at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa, with the resort’s spacious accommodations, luxury amenities and special dining options like Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner delivery. - November 25, 2010 - Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa
Boathouse Phuket Appoints Thailands Only Maitre Cuisinier de France
Mom Tri’s Boathouse Phuket, Thailand is proud to announce the appointment of Thailand’s only Maitre Cuisinier de France, Chef Jean-Noel Lumineau, as the Boathouse Wine & Grill’s Executive Chef. - November 25, 2010 - Boathouse Resort
LookSeeCity.com Receives Industry Award
LookSeeCity.com, a leading provider of online expat city guides, announced that it has received the Most Innovative Use of Technology in Global Mobility runner-up award in a competition organized by The Forum for Expat Management. - November 24, 2010 - LookSeeCity.com
Celebrate Sun Valley’s 75th Anniversary at the Thunder Spring Condominiums
As we approach the opening of the 75th ski season in Sun Valley, Idaho the Thunder Spring Condominiums are preparing for a busy rental season which will include several special events and offers to celebrate the anniversary of America’s first ski resort. Many skiers have had Sun Valley on... - November 24, 2010 - Thunder Spring Rentals
Recession-Weary Travellers Find Affordable Cottage Escapes Close to Home
Whatever the occasion, travellers can escape the city and enjoy an affordable, luxurious Ontario cottage vacation close to home. An easy drive from Toronto, Burlington, Kitchener or Ottawa, a cottage vacation in Muskoka and Almaguin will leave visitors feeling transformed. - November 24, 2010 - Sand Lake Cottages & Inn
Lake Lanier Islands Resort Marks a Milestone with Its 18th Annual Magical Nights of Lights
2010 Signifies Five Years with Visionary CEO Virgil Williams at the Master Switch. - November 21, 2010 - Lanier Islands Resort
Mobile World Congress 2011 and Eventus Accommodicum
Mobile World Congress 2011 and Eventus Accommodicum Leading the Transformation. - November 21, 2010 - Eventus Accommodicum
Brett/Robinson Offers Special Savings to Facebook Fans
Brett/Robinson Vacations will offer a special deal on Cyber Monday to social “fans” of the company. The deals will only be extended to fans via email. Individuals who are interested in receiving the details of this special must “like” Brett/Robinson on Facebook. Fans must... - November 21, 2010 - Brett Robinson
Great Hotels of the World Launches Brand New Meetings, Incentive & Corporate Travel Directory
Brand new directory creates an even greater reference for travel trade buyers. - November 21, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
REVPAR GURU and Epoque Hotels Announce Partnership and Create a New Force in the Hospitality Industry
REVPAR GURU, the South Florida-based leader in automated revenue management solutions for the global hospitality industry, announced today its new partnership with Epoque Hotels, a collection of worldwide avant-garde, trendy-chic, and luxury-classic boutique hotels based in over 100 destinations... - November 20, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Great Hotels of the World Members Triumph at World Travel Awards 2010
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) is pleased to announce that 20 awards were won by its member hotels at the recent World Travel Awards 2010. The annual awards acknowledge excellence in the travel and tourism industry and identify companies that consistently exceed expectations. - November 19, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Thunder Spring Announces New Sun Valley Vacation Rentals Website
The Thunder Spring homeowners Association has announced the release of its new website: www.thunderspringrentals.com. - November 19, 2010 - Thunder Spring Rentals
Epoque Hotels Welcomes the Paszkowka Palace
Epoque Hotels welcomes a new member that is the Paszkowka Palace, Cracow, Poland. The Paszkowka Palace’s responsibility is “to ensure that when you think of Palace, you think of exceptional atmosphere.” A real royal experience is guaranteed when you stay overnight at the Paszkowka Palace in Cracow, Poland. There are 13 palace chambers as well as 27 hotel rooms at your disposal. Also, the chambers are equipped with 19th century oak furniture. - November 18, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Puerto Vallarta Tourists Warned of ATM Scam Defrauding Visitors
Grand Miramar Resort and Spa of Puerto Vallarta is warning its members of a recent ATM scam in Puerto Vallarta defrauding unsuspecting tourists using cash machines on the street. - November 18, 2010 - Grand Miramar Resort and Spa
Top Organizers from Malaysia and Singapore Discover Le Meridien Phuket’s Creative Events
Meeting Organizers from Singapore and Malaysia at Le Meridien Phuket for inspection and discovery; participate in surprise mini cook-off. - November 17, 2010 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Rembrandt Hotel & Towers Unveils a New Konekt Customer Engagement Platform Along with Mobikon in Thailand
Rembrandt Hotel & Towers is proud to partner up with Mobikon Technologies as the flagship user of the dynamic KONEKT platform (developed by Mobikon Technologies) in Thailand. With the Konekt platform, Rembrandt Hotel & Towers now offers guests the latest news, updates and promotions directly via Facebook, SMS, Twitter and other online channels combining the latest is in mobile, CRM and Social Media trends and technologies. - November 14, 2010 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Canned Goods Save Holiday Travelers $25 Off Room Rates at The Woodlands Resort
Now through December 31, 2010, The Woodlands Resort is offering guests $25 off its published room rates in exchange for five canned food donations. - November 14, 2010 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Rosewood San Miguel de Allende Approved for $88 Million Line of Credit
Rosewood San Miguel de Allende, a community that encompasses a 67-room resort and the Artesana Rosewood Residences, is the recipient of an $88 million loan from Mexico’s largest bank, Banamex. It is the single largest loan in real estate in San Miguel de Allende, and in the history of the state of Guanajuato. - November 12, 2010 - Artesana Rosewood Residences
Destination Hotels & Resorts Selects Green Key Certification
Destination Hotels & Resorts, the innovative hotel and resort management company consistently recognized as one of the leaders in the industry, announced it had selected the Green Key Eco-Rating Program (Green Key) as the “green” certification of choice for its 30-plus properties. - November 12, 2010 - Green Key Global
DirectRooms – Competitors Warm Up for the Chiang Mai Marathon
Athletes are getting ready for the fifth annual Chiang Mai marathon taking place in December this year which will see some of the good runners from the Thai city racing in the event DirectRooms.com can report. - November 12, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
“It’s a Wonderful Life” at La Quinta Resort & Club During the Holidays
Salute to Frank Capra with Frank Capra III and Karolyn Grimes (Zuzu Bailey); Santa Lights the Tree and More Festivities Now Through December - November 11, 2010 - La Quinta Resort & Club
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Welcomes Santa on His Jet Ski During Holiday Celebration
On Christmas Eve, Santa will swap his sleigh and eight reindeer for a sleek jet ski to hand out candy and gifts to those cheering his arrival from the private, sandy white beaches of Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa. Santa’s Christmas Eve arrival is part of the... - November 11, 2010 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
DirectRooms.com - 4th International Global Healing Conference and Film Festival to be Held in Bali on 5 December 2010
DirectRooms.com reveals that Bali Institute of Global Renewal will host the 4th International Global Healing Conference and Film Festival on the 5th December 2010 - November 10, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Le Meridien Amman Commemorates World Food Programme by Distributing Food Parcels in Karak
Le Meridien Amman, a member of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, celebrated the United Nations World Food Programme in cooperation with the Jordanian Food Bank, emerging from the Jordanian Alliance Against Hunger, headed by her Royal Highness Princess Basma Bent Talal, which was on Saturday, 16th of... - November 10, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Cook Islands Properties Awarded Best Island Villas & Resort in the World
The bubbly is flowing once again in the Cook Islands for the Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) after walking away with awards for the “World’s Leading Boutique Island Resort” and “World’s Leading Island Villas” at the 2010 World Travel Awards Grand Final event... - November 09, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Hailed a Resounding Success
The 3rd Annual Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress, which recently took place in Los Angeles was organized by the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) and attracted over 1,200 delegates from over 84 countries. - November 08, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Brand New Lifestyle Sir Plantin Hotel Antwerp Joins Epoque Hotels
The new lifestyle Sir Plantin Hotel Antwerp, ideally situated nearby the historic Central Station of wonderful Antwerp, joins Epoque Hotels. Sir Plantin offers 176 trendy rooms in different colours, with complimentary services: WIFI, minibar, Sir Express Grab & Run breakfast. Sir Plantin’s design is cool, modern, contemporary and cutting edge, definitely worth visiting. - November 08, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Four-Legged Guests Get Top Dog Treatment at Hyatt Regency Mission Bay
New “Pawsport” program gives traveling pooches in-room perks and bonus point prizes - November 06, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Artesana Rosewood Residences to Complete First Phase of Construction in Early 2011
Artesana Rosewood Residences is nearing completion on the first phase of construction with 29 custom homes and the Rosewood San Miguel de Allende, an on-site 67-room resort, opening in early 2011. The $250 million community in the heart of historic downtown San Miguel de Allende is expected to be the last project of its type in San Miguel real estate, artistically blending the historic town’s past and present into its design and lifestyle. - November 06, 2010 - Artesana Rosewood Residences
The Woodlands Resort Invites Families to Have Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Annual holiday event features photos with Santa, kids activities and a lavish breakfast buffet. - November 05, 2010 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Best Western Westchase Mini-Suites Recognized as Best Western Customer Care Champion
The Best Western Westchase Mini-Suites has received the Best Western Customer Care Champion award for 2010 making it the only Houston hotel, and one of only 51 out of more than 2,400 Best Western properties in the U.S. and Canada, to receive this designation. This marks the third consecutive year... - November 05, 2010 - Best Western Westchase Mini-Suites
Thanksgiving Champagne Brunch at The Woodlands Resort Features Traditional Dishes and Premium Selections
Annual Champagne Brunch features live music and traditional Thanksgiving favorites. - November 05, 2010 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Celebrate the Holidays with Cypress Bend Golf Resort’s Festival of Lights Package
To celebrate the 84th annual Festival of Lights, which starts November 20 through January 6 in nearby Natchitoches, the Cypress Bend Golf Resort is offering a Festival of Lights package with breakfast for two and overnight accommodations for $149 per couple. Cypress Bend Resort is located 45... - November 05, 2010 - Cypress Bend Resort
Mike Ditka Resorts is a Toys for Tots Drop-Off Location
Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club has become an official drop-off location for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The mission of the program is to collect new, unwrapped toys which will be distributed as Christmas gifts to the less fortunate children in the area where... - November 05, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Bangkok Newest ibis Hotel Opens on the Bank of the Chaopraya River
ibis opens an outstanding value accommodation located on a tranquil riverside, only stone’s throw away from Bangkok’s bustling city centre - November 03, 2010 - Accor
Wine & Music Festival “Tribute to The Eighties” Nov. 13
Tickets are still available for the Ninth Annual Wine & Music Festival on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 3 to 10 p.m. in the Rollins Center of Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. This year’s event will highlight the ‘80s with entertainment by tribute performances of pop icons like Madonna,... - November 03, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Bon Jovi, KISS Tribute Bands and Total Soul Rock Dover in Nov
Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will present a line up of amazing cover and tribute bands this November including Rock Bottom, the premier East Coast tribute to KISS, on Nov. 13, Total Soul cover band on Nov. 20, and Bon Jovi tribute band, Bad Medicine on Nov. 27. Rock Bottom is... - November 03, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Le Meridien Amman Launches Campaign to Protect Environment and Support Children in Need
Starwood Hotels & Resorts today announced its latest campaign in the Middle East, which is aims to protect the environment and raise money to provide wheel chairs to children with disabilities. From November 1, 2010 to January 31, 2011, Starwood properties across the Middle East will come... - November 03, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Thanksgiving Champagne Brunch at The Woodlands Resort Features Traditional Dishes and Premium Selections
The culinary professionals at The Woodlands Resort have prepared traditional dinner favorites for the annual Thanksgiving Day Champagne Brunch. - November 03, 2010 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
The Cove of Lake Geneva Wants You to Win via Facebook
The Cove of Lake Geneva would like to announce that they are running a "Facebook Fan Contest" offering one lucky person their chance to win a gift certificate for the resort. - November 03, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality