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Lights Out at Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort for Earth Hour 2010
Multi-award-winning Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort announces support, participation in Earth Hour 2010, a global environmental initiative. - March 11, 2010 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Green Key Global to Conduct Panel Session on Sustainable Lodging Practices at Hoosier Hospitality Conference
Green Key Global, the official green lodging certification program of the Indiana Hotel & Lodging Association, will conduct a panel discussion at the annual Hoosier Hospitality Conference next week. The session, titled “Green Hotel Operations – Benefit the Environment & Your... - March 10, 2010 - Green Key Global
Great Hotels of the World Announces 2010 Luxury Travel Collection Directory
Great Hotels of the World (GHOTW: http://www.ghotw.com) officially launches the brand new 2010 Luxury Travel Collection directory at ITB Berlin. The latest edition of the annual coffee table-style directory features over 80 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts showcasing the highest... - March 05, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Diversity Hotels Launches Special Offers Section
In order to allow member hotels to promote time-sensitive and other promotions for minimal cost, Diversity Hotels has launched a new Special Offers section. - March 04, 2010 - Diversity Hotels
Yats Leisure Announces Packages for Holy Week Getaway in Clark Philippines
Rooms are difficult to book during Holy Week in the Philippines. With recession still taking its toll on pockets, Clark Freeport becomes an attractive alternative to travelling abroad. Clearwater Resort is a popular choice for this year's Holy Week Getaway. - March 04, 2010 - Yats Leisure
MyrtleBeachHotels.com Brings Back the Fanny Pack for International Fanny Pack Day, March 14
How do you spot a tourist in Myrtle Beach? Why, the fanny pack of course. To celebrate this much-mocked tourist icon, MyrtleBeachHotels.com is hosting a day of fun on Facebook in honor of International Fanny Pack Day, March 14. Throughout the day, fans can participate in fanny pack fun by sharing... - March 04, 2010 - MyrtleBeachHotels.com
Premier Corporate Housing Launches Campaign in the Kingwood, Woodlands, and Atascocita Areas of Houston
Premier Corporate Housing has launched a renewed campaign in the Kingwood, Atascocita, and Woodlands areas adjacent to Houston. Energy related projects are bringing in numerous teams of engineers and project managers from across the globe, and many are choosing to settle temporarily in these outlying suburban areas. - March 04, 2010 - Premier Corporate Housing
Back from Istanbul to Geneva: Stefan Winistoerfer Named General Manager of Swissôtel Métropole
The Swissôtel Métropole Geneva is now being run by a new General Manager, Swiss born Stefan Winistoerfer. Winistoerfer is no stranger to the luxury hotel on Lake Geneva, having already worked in various different positions there. - March 04, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina Names New Director of Food and Beverage
The Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina (HR Mission Bay) has recently appointed Gilbert Santana as the new director of food and beverage. Santana will oversee all facets of the food and beverage division including Red Marlin restaurant, SWIM poolside bar and lounge, in-room dining, banquets... - March 03, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Concordia’s Innovative Eco-Studios Ready for Winter Vacations
The newly completed studios at eco-resort Estate Concordia Preserve, located on St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, are the next phase of innovations tested over 35 years of exploring green development. Environmentally friendly design, recycled and durable building materials and Green operations... - March 02, 2010 - Maho Bay Camps
Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing is Proud to Announce Its Sponsors
Geneva Hospitality's Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing is off to a great start and is proud to announce some of the wonderful sponsors it currently has on board. - March 02, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Le Meridien Amman Expresses Gratitude and Appreciation in the "Annual Associates’ Party"
In celebration and appreciation of a highly efficient and productive team, who performed an exceptionally well done job in 2009, the social committee in Le Meridien Amman organized a “Black, Red and White” themed dinner party in the Royal Convention Center, the largest banqueting hall... - March 02, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Epoque Hotels Will be Present at Itb Berlin 2010
Epoque will participate with a stand at Berlin’s Travel Trade Show - March 02, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Chef Cale Falk Wins Casa Laguna Cook-Off, Takes "Top Breakfast" Honors at Laguna Beach B&B Known for Gourmet Offerings
Casa Laguna Inn & Spa in Laguna Beach, California has announced the winner of their Culinary Competition, held poolside at the inn on February 18, 2010. Chef Cale Falk, previous Gold Medal winner at Select Registry’s 2008 Distinguished Inns of North America’s “Inn-Credible... - March 01, 2010 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
Korea’s Minister of Health to Present at 1st Global Healthcare & Medical Tourism Korea Congress
The Medical Tourism Association along with KHIDI announces Ms. Jaehee Jeon, Minister of Health as a speaker for the upcoming regional conference, the Global Healthcare & Medical Tourism Conference Korea which will take place in Seoul Korea on April 13-15th 2010. - February 27, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Radisson LAX Hotel Earns 4 Key Rating with Green Key Eco-Rating Program
Radisson Los Angeles Airport Hotel joins the Green Key Global program and achieves 4-Green Key rating. - February 26, 2010 - Radisson Hotel at Los Angeles Airport
Haiti Relief Fundraiser in Annapolis, Maryland
Galway Bay and Annapolis Accommodations Look to Make a Difference On Sunday, Feb. 28, Galway Bay and Annapolis Accommodations have come together to create an afternoon of music, dining and fun at Galway Bay. 100% of the proceeds will go towards Operation USA in order to aid Haiti. By coming to... - February 26, 2010 - Annapolis Accommodations
First Annual Bridal Show Presented by Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will hold its First Annual Bridal Show on Saturday, March 20, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Rollins Center ballroom. Admission is free. The event will showcase wedding planning tips and tools provided by industry professionals, a roving fashion show, makeovers,... - February 26, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge Announces the Madness of March Twitter Contest to Celebrate Their Hotel Website Relaunch
To announce the relaunch on their hotel website, the Crowne Plaza hotel in Baton Rouge, LA is holding a Madness of March contest and is giving away thousands of free Priority Club points to their visitors. - February 25, 2010 - Executive Hotel Management
Hidden Meadow Ranch Honored by Condé Nast Johansens Luxury Travel Guide
Hidden Meadow Ranch, an Arizona mountain hideaway, has been selected as the winner of prestigious 2010 Awards for Excellence - earning title of "Most Excellent Ranch" for the second time in three years. - February 25, 2010 - Hidden Meadow Ranch
The Cove of Lake Geneva Will be Featured on Discover Wisconsin’s Drive to Destination
The Cove of Lake Geneva will be featured on the entertaining TV show, Discover Wisconsin, as the show’s "Drive to Destination" showcases the town of Lake Geneva this March 20-21, 2010. This episode will feature all the wonderful things that make Lake Geneva the perfect place to... - February 25, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
The Landmark London Spa & Health Club Launches New Ayurvedic Treatments
Newly inaugurated, The Landmark Spa, located in the Landmark London Hotel, announces the launch of a range of Ayurvedic treatments to extend their luxury spa treatment offerings. - February 25, 2010 - Landmark London Hotel
Mercure Hue Gerbera Opens in Vietnam
Mercure Hue Gerbera a new stylish hotel for the historical capital of Vietnam - February 25, 2010 - Accor
Dubai Health Authority to Present at Asia Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Conference
The Medical Tourism Association along with KHIDI announces Laila Al Jassmi of Dubai Health Authority as a speaker for the upcoming regional conference, the Global Healthcare & Medical Tourism Conference Korea which will take place in Seoul Korea on April 13-15th 2010. - February 24, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Great Hotels Organisation Launches New MICE Promotion
New promotion offers choice of benefits to meet demands of buyers - February 24, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Introducing the Commercial Room at Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Now debuts the brand new Commercial Room at the Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen with an introductory 3 nights promotional offer. - February 23, 2010 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Small Businesses and Individuals Benefit with Executive Offices Group’s New Executive Business Lounge London Meeting Rooms Package
Executive Offices Group launches new Executive Business Lounge Membership package with five prestigious venues across London providing an ideal place to meet for small business and individual business travellers. - February 22, 2010 - Executive Offices Group
New Menu Launched Coinciding with Opening of Side Entrance at 282 Steaks and Lounge at Le Meridien Amman
In commitment to Le Meridien Amman’s pledge of mouth-watering cuisine and ingredients of superior quality, 282 Steaks and Lounge is launching its new menu as of March 1st, 2010, coinciding with the opening of the side entrance door and complimentary valet service. With more than 45 menu... - February 20, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Epoque Hotels Announces The Zetter Hotel Bistrot Bruno Loubet
Business partners Mark Sainsbury and Michael Benyan, co-owners of The Zetter hotel in London’s Clerkenwell, have announced that Bruno Loubet will join the company as chef/patron of Bistrot Bruno Loubet. Congratulations from Epoque Hotels. - February 19, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
The Talbott Hotel Named #3 Hotel in the United States
Classic Chicago Boutique Hotel Receives 2010 Travelers’ Choice® award by TripAdvisor®. - February 19, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
HIV Poz & Friendly Campout Retreat - June 18, 19, 20 Jones Pond Campground - HIV Campground Project
HIV Poz & Friendly Retreat Jones Pond Campground 9835 Old State Road Angelica, NY 14709 Date - June 18, 19, 20 2010 - Tenting starts at $20 a night Theme - Pirates of the Pond, Treasure Hunt, Bears on the High Seas RSVP starts Feb 15, 2010 - online or phone 10% discount given to HIV... - February 19, 2010 - HIV Campground Project
Gulf Shores Plantation Releases 2010 Rental Guide
Gulf Shores Plantation, located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, releases the 2010 rental guide to assist with beach vacation planning to the Alabama Gulf Coast. - February 18, 2010 - Gulf Shores Plantation
Medical Tourism City, the Largest Social Network in Medical Tourism Announces Over 800 Active Members
Medical Tourism City, the Largest Social Network in Medical Tourism and for Global Healthcare Announces over 800 Active Members. - February 18, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Magazine Releases Podcast with Jessica Johnson, Director of Operations, Medical Tourism Association
The Medical Tourism Magazine Releases Podcast with Jessica Johnson, Director of Operations, Medical Tourism Association speaking about Familiarization Trips. - February 18, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
The B & B Directory Website Reaches Record Number of Advertisers
The month of January was a very special month for the team at thebandbdirectory.co.uk website. Having originally forecast that the 2000 mark would be hit mid-March, it was in fact reached on the last day of the month, bringing the total number of advertisers signed up to the service to just over... - February 18, 2010 - The B & B Directory
Gulf Shores Golf Association Releases 2010 Golf Vacation Planner
The Gulf Shores Golf Association has released the 2010 Golf Vacation Planner, a 48-page resource for golfers. The planner provides detailed course descriptions as well as helpful accommodation and destination information. - February 17, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Le Meridien Amman Appoints a Public Relations Manager
Le Meridien Amman Hotel, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, announced the appointment of Ms. Sewar Sawalha as the Public Relations Manager, responsible for Le Meridien’s corporate PR plan and strategic direction. Sewar’s mission will revolve around creating, building and... - February 16, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Diversity Hotels Signs Agreement with Hospes Hotels
Distribution agreement brings greater reach and lower costs for Spanish Boutique Hotel Collection. - February 15, 2010 - Diversity Hotels
Villas De Maitre Recommends Celebrating Valentine's Day in Style by Travelling with Their Loved One and Renting a Luxury Villa in Mauritius or Seychelles
The luxury villa rental specialist Villas De Maitre (www.villasdemaitre.com) notice many couples choose Valentine's Day as a popular time of the year for renting a villa and escaping the cold winter. - February 14, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
Epoque Hotels Announces Vampire Suites at Soho Boutique Hotel Budapest
A member of Epoque Hotels, Soho Boutique Hotel is featured now two Junior Suites devoted to Krolock and Herbdert of the show "Dance of the Vampires." - February 13, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Saddlerock Ranch Historic B & B Announces New Management
A one time haven for Hollywood stars of yore. Stay at Saddlerock Ranch and you can say you slept where The Duke did… as well as Jimmy Stewart, Randolph Scott, Arlene Dahl, and Hopalong Cassidy. - February 12, 2010 - Saddlerock Ranch Historic B&B
Villas De Maitre’s Launch of Cape Point Apartments and Penthouse Opens a New Chapter in Contemporary Villas in Mauritius
Leading villa specialist Villas De Maitre has expanded its presence in Mauritius with the launch of a new privately owned luxury apartments and penthouse overlooking the beautiful turquoise lagoon of Cap Malheureux, on the North coast of the island. The two ground floor, two first floor apartments... - February 12, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
A New Hotel Boutique in Malta’s Top Boutique Hotel –The Palace
Cleland & Souchet, the leading luxury lifestyle retailers and wine merchants, have opened a new hotel boutique at The Palace in Sliema. - February 12, 2010 - The Palace Malta
Leading Spas of Canada Presents Webinar on Social Media for Spas
Leading Spas of Canada (LSC) is pleased to announce its upcoming webinar, “Triumph over Twitter and Flourish on Facebook in 12 Simple Steps” with spa marketer, Darlene Fiske of The Fiske Group. This webinar presentation is available free to LSC members and just $25 for... - February 12, 2010 - Leading Spas of Canada
Under the Patronage of H.E. Ambassador of Japan, Le Meridien Amman Hosts a Cocktail Reception for the Japanese Corporate Society
Under the patronage of His Excellency, Mr. Tetsuo Shioguchi, Ambassador of Japan, Le Meridien Amman hosted its annual cocktail reception for the Japanese corporate society in Jordan. The event took place in Benihana restaurant, a chain with more than 98 restaurants world wide, renowned for its... - February 12, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Award-Winning Breakfast Chefs to Meet for Cook-Off
Casa Laguna Inn and Spa in Laguna Beach, CA, recently announced a unique culinary competition that will take place poolside at the inn on Thursday, February 18. Two of Casa Laguna’s former award winning chefs will be returning to face off against the current executive chef for top breakfast... - February 11, 2010 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing Benefiting the Gridiron Greats
Mike Ditka Resorts will be hosting their 2nd Annual Mike Ditka Resorts Celebrity Golf Outing on April 16th–18th, 2010 with all proceeds benefiting the Gridiron Greats Foundation. (For more information visit - www.gridirongreats.org) The fun-filled event kicks off Friday night with a welcome... - February 11, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Halong Bay Cruises by Indochina Sails Vietnam Attends ITB Berlin 2010
Indochina Sails will participate in the largest International Tourism Fair "ITB Berlin 2010" in Berlin, the Capital of Germany. - February 11, 2010 - Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises in Halong Bay
Corporate Furniture Leasing Hires Kelly Grey as Director of Leasing
Corporate Furniture Leasing (CFL), a division of AKcorp, Inc., is proud to announce Kelly Grey as Director of Leasing. Grey will put into action an aggressive marketing plan in order to strengthen relationships in the southeast Texas region where CFL began, as well as expand CFL's presence throughout the state. - February 10, 2010 - Premier Corporate Housing
Premier Corporate Housing Offers Deep Discounts to Those Affiliated with Kleen Energy Systems Plant in Middletown, CT
Premier Corporate Housing wishes to express its deepest condolences to the families who have been affected by the tragedy at the Kleen Energy Systems plant in Middletown, Ct. Premier Corporate Housing is extending a 15% discount off of normal rates for temporary accommodations to those workers affiliated with the clean-up and rebuilding of the plant. - February 10, 2010 - Premier Corporate Housing