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Sensimar Royal Blue Resort & Spa: Environmental Champion 2013
Sensimar Royal Blue Resort & Spa is proud to announce that it has just been awarded the "TUI Environmental Champion 2013" award. - August 31, 2013 - Royal Blue Resort & Spa
Creta Maris Green Team Takes Action to Protect the Environment
Creta Maris Beach Resort Green Team organized a clean up and weeding of the area on August 9, 2013. This was done in an effort to preserve and protect the environment and natural heritage of Crete. A significant number of guests and employees participated in this event, making it a huge success. - August 28, 2013 - Maris Hotels
Neuropathy and Pain Centers of Las Vegas to Sponsor 6th World Medical Tourism Congress
Medical Tourism Association® announced, today, Neuropathy and Pain Control Centers of Las Vegas as Silver Spoon-level sponsors of the 6th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress, Nov. 3-6, 2013, at Caesar’s Palace, in Las Vegas. - August 22, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Rang Mahal Wins Wine Spectator’s 2013 Award of Excellence
Rang Mahal, the award winning Indian restaurant at Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok, has received the Award of Excellence 2013 from Wine Spectator, recognizing restaurants which have wine lists offering interesting selections, paired well with the menu and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers. This award... - August 21, 2013 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
World Medical Tourism Congress Announces Lufthansa, Sani Dental Group as Bronze Sponsors
The Medical Tourism Association® today announced two bronze-level sponsors -- Lufthansa and Sani Dental Group – of the 6th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress, Nov. 3-6, 2013, at Caesar’s Palace, in Las Vegas. - August 18, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hotel Brunelleschi Offers Dan Brown "Inferno" Package
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) member, Hotel Brunelleschi in Florence, has been mentioned twice in Dan Brown’s new novel "Inferno," the "Da Vinci Code" sequel. In response, Hotel Brunelleschi has launched an Inferno package to celebrate the bestselling... - August 18, 2013 - Great Hotels of the World
Pacific Resort Hotel Group Finalists for HM Awards
After June’s announcement of Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s win of the Signum Virtutis, the Seal of Excellence at the Seven Star Global Luxury Awards, Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) are once again delighted to announce their placement as finalists in two prestigious award categories for... - August 15, 2013 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Sofitel Manila and Run Rio’s Battle of the Sexes Leg 2
Sofitel Manila, in partnership with Run Rio, proudly present the second leg of the successful charity fun run, Battle of the Sexes, for the benefit of the Virlanie Foundation. - August 15, 2013 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Mt. Philo Inn Opens to Weekend Visitors
Boutique Vermont Inn Unveils New Look, Suites and Introductory Rates - August 14, 2013 - Mt Philo Inn/Knight and Day
Sensimar Royal Blue Resort & Spa in Crete Among the Top 10 Best Hotels of the World
According to www.tophotels.ru, Sensimar Royal Blue Resort & Spa in Crete is one of the Top 10 Best Hotels of the World with its guests feeling completely satisfied with the services, the facilities and the settings of the resort. - August 11, 2013 - Royal Blue Resort & Spa
SEC Football Fans Can Attend the SEC BeachFest for Free Courtesy of Brett/Robinson
The SEC BeachFest is returning to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach August 15th – 18th, and SEC football fans have the chance to score free weekend passes to the event—all they have to do is book a Gulf-front condo with Brett/Robinson. The company’s current condo special offers free... - August 10, 2013 - Brett Robinson
Robert’s Grove Beach Resort Announces Facebook Contest Winner for July
This is the end of yet another Facebook photo contest by Robert’s Grove. This one was specifically for previous guests. Jean –Marc Tassé, one of the owners of Robert’s Grove expressed his gratitude to those who participated in the contest for July, “We would like to... - August 08, 2013 - The Inn at Robert's Grove
Sofitel Manila Launches Brigitte Bardot, La Légende Photo Exhibit
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila pays tribute to Brigitte Bardot, the most iconic French actress of her time, by launching the BB Forever - La Légende Photo Exhibition at Le Bar. - August 07, 2013 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
IVV Launches FV Program (Vietnam Free Visa Program)
Instant Vietnam Visa (IVV) - a Vietnam-based Immigration service company just launched a program called FV which offers free visas on arrival for visitors to Vietnam. - August 04, 2013 - Viet Value Travel Co., Ltd
Schahet Hotels Adds Wingate by Wyndham to Portfolio
Hotel Management Company Expansion. - August 03, 2013 - Schahet Hotels
Great Hotels of the World Wins Seven Star Global Luxury Award
Great Hotels of the World Recognised for Best Hotel Collection. - August 02, 2013 - Great Hotels of the World
Grand Caribe Belize Announces Results of June-July Facebook Contest for Families
Grand Caribe Belize Resort & Condominiums launched a Facebook contest for families on June 26th and wrapped it up on July 31st. The contest was a hit among Facebook fans, with 70 entries and 3,708 votes. Despite the great competition, Marie Veal, of Lombardy, Italy, has prevailed by gaining the most votes in the competition. - August 01, 2013 - Grand Caribe Belize Resort and Condominiums
Singing Sands Inn Announces Results of Its Facebook Contest for Pet Owners
Singing Sands Inn in Maya Beach, Belize, continues with its series of themed, monthly contests for its fans on Facebook. This contest, which launched on June 26th and wrapped up on July 31st, was geared toward pet owners. The contest was a huge hit among the resort's fans on Facebook, drawing close to 2,000 votes by the time the contest ended. - August 01, 2013 - Singing Sands Inn
TripAdvisor Recognizes Villas Sacbe Condo Hotel and Beach Club with a 2013 Certificate of Excellence
Condo Hotels Playa Del Carmen is delighted to announce that one of their Playa Del Carmen hotels, the Villas Sacbe Condo Hotel and Beach Club, has been presented with a TripAdvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence. - July 24, 2013 - Condo Hotels Playa del Carmen
Winner of a 2 Tank Scuba Diving Belize Day Trip
Robert’s Grove Beach Resort in Placencia has decided to give away a magnificent prize to its fans through Facebook. RG’s PADI 5 star certified dive center has decided that one lucky winner from their Facebook contest will receive a Scuba Diving day trip (2 Tanks Dive for a more... - July 19, 2013 - The Inn at Robert's Grove
Creta Maris Green Team Take Action to Protect the Environment
With the ecological and social actions of Creta Maris Green Team - environmental group of Creta Maris Beach Resort, organized yesterday July 15, 2013, cleaning and tree preservation, the responsibility of which is under the Municipality of Hersonissos. - July 18, 2013 - Maris Hotels
TripAdvisor Recognizes Maya Villa with a 2013 Certificate of Excellence
Maya Villa Condo Hotel & Beach Club is pleased to have been among the Playa del Carmen hotels presented with a TripAdvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence. - July 17, 2013 - Condo Hotels Playa del Carmen
Journey Back in Time at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum Hotel Accomodations
Stay at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County and visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum to discover exhibits and galleries depicting the life of Ronald Reagan. Take a step back in time and journey through Reagan’s life from local hero to Hollywood... - July 17, 2013 - TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Sofitel Luxury Hotel in the Philippines Celebrates French Month
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, the only French luxury hotel in the Philippines, introduces a variety of French celebrations this whole month of July! - July 14, 2013 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Brett/Robinson Offers Fall Rates Beginning in August
The official start of fall is still more than two months away, but Gulf Shores & Orange Beach vacationers will only have to wait another month for a fall vacation if they book a stay with Brett/Robinson. Beginning August 4th, Brett/Robinson’s early fall rates will go into effect,... - July 14, 2013 - Brett Robinson
Hotel Packages for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum at the Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County
Marriott Courtyard Thousand Oaks hotel offers beautiful accommodations for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. Package includes entry tickets to the museum. Take a step back in time and journey through Reagan’s life from local hero to Hollywood stardom, and then through his campaign trail and days of being in office. - July 12, 2013 - Courtyard by Marriott
38th Anniversary of Nude Recreation Week Taking Off at Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Every year, Nude Recreation Week reminds people that they can escape the monotony of boring chain hotel vacations. There are many fun and fascinating nude travel destinations around the world. Pack light and say goodbye to funny tan lines forever. - July 08, 2013 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Mexico: Dentists Have Medical Tourism Training to Sink Teeth in
Representatives of the Medical Tourism Association® met this week with the Sani Dental Group in Los Algodones, Mexico, where they conducted a training workshop and site visits leading toward their certification in International Patient Services. - July 05, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
PRHG Invests $1million+ on Resort Upgrades
Over the past 12 months and continuing on for the next 6-12 months, Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) is investing over NZD$1million in resort upgrades for two of their iconic Cook Islands properties, Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Pacific Resort Aitutaki. The most recent of these upgrades was the... - July 04, 2013 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Medical Tourism Association® Offers Marketing Workshop in Portugal
The Medical Tourism Association® will present a daylong workshop on “Medical Tourism Marketing and the World Health,” Wednesday, July 10, at the Hotel Vila Gale Ópera, in Lisbon, Portugal. Renee-Marie Stephano, president of the Medical Tourism Association®, will offer... - July 03, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Association® Workshop to Elevate Industry Awareness in Armenia
The Medical Tourism Association® will conduct a daylong workshop outlining “Opportunities for Medical Tourism in Armenia,” Wednesday, July 3, at Yerevan State University, in Yerevan, Armenia, in collaboration with Solutions and Dental Tourism Armenia. - July 03, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
CRS Provider Moves Towards Flat Fee Unlimited Transactions
evolution technology by The Hotel Performance Company (http://www.evolutiondistribution.com), the hospitality e-commerce and e-distribution provider, has introduced a more flexible pricing strategy for hotels. evolution has created an alternative pricing structure for independent hotels by... - July 03, 2013 - Great Hotels of the World
Resorts West and Mizuno to Host High-Altitude Running Camp in Park City
World-class marathoner and IAAF World Championships qualifier Renee Metivier Baille will lead the four-day camp in the mounatins of Park City. - July 02, 2013 - Resorts West
Medical Tourism Workshop Brings Industry Stakeholders to Tbilisi, Georgia
The Medical Tourism Association® (MTA), in collaboration with MedTourGeorgia, presented a daylong workshop on “Opportunities for Medical Tourism in Georgia,” June 25, 2013, at Tbilisi State Medical University. - June 30, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Sofitel Manila Kicks Off Social Media Week 2013
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila celebrates Social Media Week with exhilarating social media related events for guests. - June 29, 2013 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Singing Sands Inn Launches July 2013 Facebook Contest for Pet Owners
Singing Sands Inn, the Belize Tourism Board's 2012 "Small Hotel of the Year" winner in Maya Beach, Belize, continues its series of contests for its fans on Facebook with a contest for pet owners for the month of July. The resort also aims to connect this latest contest with the work of the Placencia Humane Society, a charitable organization dedicated to the welfare of household pets, by asking participants to pledge a small donation of supplies to the Humane Society should their entry win. - June 28, 2013 - Singing Sands Inn
International Hotel Casino & Tower Suites Reopens After a Two-Year Renovation
Five-star luxury hotel in Bulgaria increases its capacity by 150%. - June 28, 2013 - Great Hotels of the World
Medical Tourism Association® Expands MedicalTourism.com to Heighten Healthcare Awareness, Encourage Patient Engagement
MedicalTourism.com will be expanding their massive medical tourism educational portal by some 1,000 news pages in the next few months. - June 27, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Brett/Robinson Sponsors the 2013 Alabama Coastal Triathlon and “Tri-It-On” Triathlon
Athletes and beach-lovers may want to start training, as the 2013 Brett/Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon is scheduled for Saturday, September 7th, at Gulf Shores Public Beach. The triathlon, sponsored by Brett/Robinson, will begin with a 1.5k swim in the Gulf of Mexico, followed by a 40k bike... - June 27, 2013 - Brett Robinson
Grand Caribe Resort & Condominiums Launches Facebook Contest for Families
Its first Facebook Contest having been a hit among couples wishing to win a weekend getaway to Ambergris Caye, Grand Caribe Resort & Condominiums has decided to follow up with a series of monthly, themed contests for its Fans on Facebook. This month's contest for families contains a highly-coveted prize that includes a 4-night stay for a family of four at their award-winning resort. - June 26, 2013 - Grand Caribe Belize Resort and Condominiums
Grandview Tower Luxurious Condominium Units for Lease in Angeles City
Angeles city five-star hotel offers luxurious condominium units available for lease on a daily or monthly basis. - June 26, 2013 - Grandview Tower
Singing Sands Inn Announces Results of Its May-June Facebook Contest for Couples
Singing Sands Inn, a private, intimate beachfront resort in Maya Beach, Belize, takes great pleasure in announcing the results of its recent photo competition for couples on Facebook. Jenelle McGoldrick, of Oakland, Tennessee, has emerged as the undisputed winner of a 3-night vacation for two. Singing Sands Inn takes this time to congratulate her and her wonderful husband and to say that they are immensely looking forward to welcoming them to their world-class resort. - June 22, 2013 - Singing Sands Inn
Thousand Oaks Hotel Offers Great Accommodations for Dallas Cowboys Training Camp
Marriott TownePlace Suites Thousand Oaks hotel offers beautiful accommodations for the 8th Annual Dallas Cowboys Preseason Training Camp, July 21, 2013. Get set to watch the Cowboys practice 18 times from July 21 through August 15. During that span the Cowboys will play two preseason games —... - June 22, 2013 - TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Hotel Package at the Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County
The Courtyard by Marriott in Thousand Oaks offers great accommodations for the 8th Annual Dallas Cowboys Preseason Training Camp starting July 21, 2013. Get set to watch the Cowboys practice 18 times from July 21 through August 15. - June 22, 2013 - Courtyard by Marriott
Join Terra Cotta Inn with Their Dare to Go Bare Summertime Nude Sunbathing Room Sale in Sunny Palm Springs, California
Naked skin is in. The media like Huffington Post, NBC, the Today Show and many more are all reporting on a hot new vacation trend...vacationing at topless and nude sunbathing nudist resorts. So join in the fun and see for yourselves why everyone else loves to go skinny dipping on their summer vacations. - June 19, 2013 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Money-Saving Hotel Deals at Sheraton Tampa East Heat Up Summer Schedule at Florida State Fair
Money-saving deals at the Sheraton Tampa East, just minutes from the Florida State Fair, are heating up at the summer schedule at the popular Florida venue, where the region’s largest outdoor hunting and fishing show, America’s favorite traveling train show and the concert sounds from... - June 16, 2013 - Sheraton Tampa East Hotel
Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort Awarded with Fourth Consecutive TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort amongst the top 10 percent of all businesses listed on the world’s largest travel site. - June 16, 2013 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Grandview Tower Opens Function Hall for Venue Booking
Grandview Tower is inviting everyone to celebrate their life occasions in one of the city’s grandest place. - June 15, 2013 - Grandview Tower
Get Your Free Vietnam Visa on Arrival with IVV
InstantVietnamVisa.com is a division site of Viet Value Travel Co., Ltd is now official online for VOAs needed applicants. "More and more travelers choose visa on arrival in their travel plans to Vietnam because of it's convenience and competitive price. We built IVV as a safe and easy place... - June 10, 2013 - Viet Value Travel Co., Ltd
President of Seven Stars Was on Board of SriLankan Airlines Flight UL 553 - High Risk Emergency Landing
SriLankan Airlines Flight UL 553 was forced to make an emergency landing in Sri Lanka due to engine trouble. On board was the president of Seven Stars and Stripes Inc, the ultimate authority in global luxury travel. - June 07, 2013 - Seven Stars