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Phuket.Net Real Estate Launches New French Website
Phuket based property agents, Phuket.Net Real Estate has last week announced the launch of their new French language website: Phuket.Net Immobilier “Phuket attracts many visitors from France and other French-speaking countries and we are thrilled to be able to offer our listings in their... - December 24, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Brook Bank House Hotel & Golf Club Announces First Lady Golf Club Captain in the UK
The Brook Bank House Hotel and Golf Club announces the First Lady Club Captain in the UK. This is a historic event in the golfing world and we are looking forward to the new season. - December 23, 2011 - Brook Hotels
Celebrate the Festivities of Christmas and Raise a Toast to New Beginnings with Family and Friends at the Oberoi, Mumbai
Fenix, the all day dining, world cuisine restaurant, invites children for a festive Gingerbread cookie baking afternoon on December 23, 2011 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. - December 23, 2011 - Oberoi Hotels
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa Organizes Cenang Beach Clean Up Day
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa in its continuous effort to build awareness on environmental initiatives organized it’s first Beach Clean Up Drive at Cenang Beach. With the aim to protect and preserve Cenang Beach, the resort’s management team gathered a cadre of staff and... - December 22, 2011 - Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Celebrating the Best of South African Cuisine and Wines at Rembrandt Hotel
The South African Food & Wine Festival will take place on January 12th – 21st 2012 at 4 award winning restaurants at the Rembrandt Hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 18. - December 21, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Le Meridien Amman Seals Contract to Host 7th Annual Wedding Show with Events Unlimited
Driven by the success of the Wedding Show in March 2011 and in a festive ceremony, Director of Sales and Marketing Ziad Fostuq of Le Meridien Amman and Mazen Ashqar of Events UnLimited signed the contract to host the 7th Annual Wedding Show 2012, at the Royal Convention Centre, scheduled to take... - December 20, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Premier Hotels of the World™ and Availpro Announce Extended Partnership
Premier Hotels of the World™ announces today its extended Partnership with Availpro the Industry Leader in Online Distribution for Hotels. Availpro and Premier Hotels of the World™ work together to develop a unique Online Distribution Extranet Solution including Booking Engines (Web... - December 18, 2011 - Premier Hotels of the World Ltd
Ring in the New Year at The Cove of Lake Geneva’s "50’s Rock and Roll Sock Hop" Party
The Cove of Lake Geneva will be turning back the hands of time this New Year’s Eve at their ‘50’s Rock and Roll Sock Hop’ on December 31, 2011. The Party will begin at 7:00 pm and will last through 1:00 am. The ‘50’s Rock and Roll Sock Hop’ Party will... - December 17, 2011 - Geneva Hospitality
Rembrandt Hotel Welcomes a New Executive Assistant Manager
Eric Hallin and the team at Rembrandt Hotel would like to take this opportunity to introduce and welcome the newest associate James Miller into the Rembrandt Hotel’s Executive Team. - December 17, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
DirectRooms.com – KL Wedding Expo Displays New Collections in January 2012
January sees the return of the KL Wedding Expo to Kuala Lumpur. The show will be open to the public between 6th and 8th January 2012 and entrance is free. - December 14, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Amazing Retreats Announces Development Plans for Stanbrook Abbey
Former Monastery in Worcestershire is to be transformed into one of the UK’s premier weddings and events venues. - December 14, 2011 - Amazing Retreats
Best Western Jefferson Inn, Operated by American Liberty Hospitality, Welcomes Visitors to the 111th Anniversary of Spindletop Discovery in Beaumont, Texas
Experience life in the oil-boom era during the anniversary celebration of the Spindletop gusher - December 14, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
DirectRooms.com – This New Year Attend the EarthTonz NYE Music Festival in Queenstown
DirectRooms.com now confirms that the EarthTonz NYE Music Festival will take place in Queenstown, in New Zealand’s South Island, from 30th December – 1st January 2012 at Gibbston Valley Station. - December 14, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Accor Announces the Appointment of Mr. Robert Murray
Robert Murray appointed Chief Operating Officer for Accor in South East and North East Asia. - December 14, 2011 - Accor
DirectRooms.com – Teatro Alhambra Presents a New Production of Gracia Morales Play in January 2012
The Teatro Alhambra is staging a new production by Remiendo Teatro of "Un Horizonte Amarillo en Los Ojos" ("A Yellow Eyes Horizon") by Gracia Morales, from Friday 20th until Sunday 22nd January 2012. - December 13, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Rembrandt Hotel Sponsors The Essilor Bangkok Eco Challenge 2011
The Rembrandt Hotel was proud to sponsor “The Essilor Bangkok Eco Challenge 2011,” a part of the Amazing Adventure Race Series under the concept “Racing for a greener Bangkok” that will take place on February 11, 2012 at Nong Chok area Bangkok. - December 11, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
DirectRooms.com – Newcastle Falcons Take on Padova in January 2012
This coming January will see rugby union fans in for a real treat as a glamour game hits England’s northeast. - December 11, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Australian Open Attracts Tennis Fans from Around the Globe This January 2012
The Australian Open is held annually in Melbourne Park and is the only tennis Grand Slam event to be hosted in the southern hemisphere each year. - December 11, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Morocco’s Marrakech Attracts Marathon Runners in New Year 2012
The Moroccan city of Marrakech will this January play host to one of the most exotic marathons in the distance running world, with thousands of runners, spectators and more set to arrive in the city. - December 11, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Holiday Shoppers Can Gift a Gulf Vacation via Brett/Robinson’s Gift Certificates
The holiday shopping season is upon us, and Brett/Robinson has a specific gift idea for travel-minded shoppers: the beach. For a limited time, consumers can purchase Brett/Robinson gift certificates to be used toward booking a vacation with the company. The gift cards can be purchased for any... - December 10, 2011 - Brett Robinson
DirectRooms.com – Top Irish Comedian Dara O'Briain Heads for Killarney in January 2012
Fans of stand-up comedy from all around Ireland are looking forward to seeing one of their funny man heroes this coming January as Dara O’Briain continues his nationwide tour. - December 10, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
The Bigfoot Lodge San Francisco Celebrates Its 10 Year Anniversary Friday, December 9th
The Bigfoot Lodge San Francisco located at 1750 Polk Street will be celebrating its 10 year anniversary on Friday, December 9th. Bigfoot Lodge San Francisco was established in 2001 by the 1933 Group with business partners Bobby Green, Dimitri Komarov and Dmitry Liberman. Come celebrate along with... - December 09, 2011 - 1933 Group
Indulgent Pizzas at Fenix, The Oberoi, Mumbai
Fenix, the all day dining, world cuisine restaurant, is now offering a gourmet selection of classic, thin-crust pizzas. - December 09, 2011 - Oberoi Hotels
DirectRooms.com – Live Concert Celtic Connections Brings Music Lovers to Glasgow in January 2012
Online hotel booking website DirectRooms.com advises tourists and travellers to reserve hotel rooms well before arriving in Glasgow in the New Year to be sure of availability and value. - December 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
First Two Townhomes in Emerging Development Near Deer Valley Resort Now Complete
Duplex at new Deer Crest development sets tone for future green community. - December 09, 2011 - Resorts West
DirectRooms.com – Dresden Plays Host to One of Germany's Biggest Tourism Trade Fairs
Dresden, the German city on the banks of the River Elbe, will this coming January host one of the country's largest tourism and travel industry events - the Chemnitz Travel Market 2012. - December 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – January 2012 Three Kings Festival Will Sees Tourists Flock to Cordoba
Cordoba in Andalusia is this coming January expected to welcome thousands of tourists and travellers to town for the prestigious Christian religious festival of Three Kings Day festival. The festival, known also as Epiphany, regularly sees worshippers travel long distances to be with friends and family for the celebrations. - December 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Attend Cologne Plays Host to Major Interior Design Trade Show in January 2012
The show will take place from January 16th to 22nd 2012 and with hundreds of visitors and exhibitors in town, online hotel room comparator DirectRooms.com is advising early booking of places to stay close to the event venue. - December 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Commemorates the 23rd World Aids Day with Red Ribbon Delicacy Packages
To raise awareness of HIV and help the suffering, on the 23rd World Aids Day, the Grand Mercure Hongqiao offered three special Red Ribbon delicacy packages from RMB58 which were available for guests to purchase from Dec 1 though Dec 7. - December 08, 2011 - Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
Bangkok’s Newest Novotel Set on Top of a Shopping Paradise
Integrated into Bangkok’s Platinum Fashion Mall, Novotel Bangkok Platinum is now open and welcoming guests - December 08, 2011 - Accor
Experience the Magic of the Holidays in Sedona
Catch the holiday spirit with a Sedona Arizona vacation. From festivals and concerts, to hiking and outdoor pursuits, there are a number of ways to delight in the charm of this southwestern town. El Portal, a boutique hotel located in the Arts District offers 12 uniquely appointed amenity filled rooms, pet sitting (it is a pet friendly Sedona hotel), its own jeep tour company and many other services to complete your holiday. - December 08, 2011 - El Portal Sedona Hotel
Le Meridien Amman Celebrates a New Perspective on Christmas Tree Lighting
Le Meridien Amman hotel will host the Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on Monday, Dec 12th, from 6:00 – 7:00 pm, at the spacious lobby, accompanied by Christmas caroling, inspiring photos with Santa and the Ginger House, warm holiday refreshments and delicious sweets, and other seasonal... - December 08, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Rembrandt Hotel Sponsors the Fifth Save Our Planet
The opening Save Our Planet 5 press conference will take place at the Rembrandt Hotel on Thursday, December 8th, 2011 from 14.00-17.00 hrs. - December 08, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
American Liberty Hospitality's New Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown Earns Prestigious LEED Silver Certification
Operations of Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown Reflect Environmental Commitments - December 04, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
Resorts West Invites Football Fans to a Super Bowl on the Slopes
Resorts West’s “Super Bowl on the Slopes” package includes accommodations at a Park City, Utay ski home or lodge condo, up to eight two-day lift tickets, and a catered Game Day party for up to eight people. All attendees must be over the age of 21. - December 02, 2011 - Resorts West
Attitash & Wildcat Mountain Among First Google Street View Map Ski Areas in the East
Wildcat Mountain and Attitash Mountain Resort were recently included among hundreds of new imagery maps released in Google’s Street View collections. The New Hampshire resorts had allowed and coordinated with Google their visit to the mountains and assisted with their collecting 360-degree... - December 01, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort
Rembrandt Hotel Supports a Seasons Greetings Donation
Rembrandt Hotel supports the “Seasons Greetings Donation,” a program helping children affected by Thailand’s recent floods, with another 17 leading hotels in Bangkok. The Rembrandt hotel has the pleasure of participating in this program for three consecutive years assisting various causes. - December 01, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Holiday Inn Melaka Bags More Awards
Holiday Inn Melaka, the award winning hotel in Melaka has bagged 3 more awards at two separate award ceremonies that recognize top notch products and services in the hospitality industry. - November 30, 2011 - Holiday Inn Melaka
Hyatt Regency Houston Earns ConventionSouth Magazine's New & Renovated Meeting Site - Readers’ Choice Award
One of only three Houston, Texas hotels to be presented with prestigious award - November 30, 2011 - Hyatt Regency Houston
Le Meridien Amman Celebrates Healthy Life-Style
Le Meridien Amman recently concluded the “Healthy Living” campaign, which aimed at encouraging associates to maintain a healthy life-style and geared towards ensuring their physical and psychological well-being. The one-week campaign placed great emphasis on associates assuming more... - November 29, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Rembrandt Hotel Offers the Family Room Package
The Rembrandt Hotel presents a new, inviting, comfortable and elegantly decorated accommodation to Families who wish to have a peace of mind and to stay together in one room. Their newly renovated Family Rooms on the higher floors provide guests with all the exquisite services and amenities of the... - November 27, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Italian Fiesta with Chef Frederico Innocenti at Vetro, The Oberoi, Mumbai
Vetro, the Italian restaurant at The Oberoi, Mumbai, welcomes Tuscan native Chef Frederico Innocenti to present an Italian fiesta with traditional festive classics, until December 4, 2011. Master chef at the Grand Hotel, La Pace in Montecatini Terme, Chef Innocenti showcases festive specialties... - November 27, 2011 - Oberoi Hotels
Rembrandt Hotel Offers a Brand New Christmas Package
This Christmas, Rembrandt Hotel is offering 2 special Christmas packages for guests. The first package, for 10,800 THB NET includes a 3 nights stay in a superior double room with free upgrade to a deluxe room, free wifi, complimentary breakfast and a set dinner at famous da Vinci Italiant... - November 27, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Great Hotels of the World Hosts Prize Giveaway at EIBTM
Great Hotels of The World (http://www.ghotw.com), the global hotel sales and marketing alliance, will be hosting a prize giveaway at their stand E320 to celebrate the fact that they are exhibiting at EIBTM in Barcelona for the first time. Great Hotels of the World Luxury Collection member, Royal... - November 26, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
HotelTravel.com Adds Thai for Second New Language in November
HotelTravel.com has added Thai, its second new language in one month, targeting Thailand’s surging outbound and domestic travel sectors. - November 25, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok: December Food Promotions
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok Presents December Food Promotions - November 25, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Great Hotels of the World Launches 2012 Meetings, Incentive and Corporate Travel Directory
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the global hotel sales and marketing alliance, has announced the launch of a brand new trade directory combining their Meetings, Incentive and Corporate Travel collections for 2012. The new Meetings, Incentive and Corporate Travel Collection 2012... - November 24, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Le Meridien Amman Premieres Wine Tasting at Renowned 282 Steaks and Lounge
Le Meridien Amman Premieres Wine Tasting at Renowned 282 Steaks and Lounge. - November 22, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
Resorts West Adds Après Ski to Luxury Lodging Special
Resorts West is offering guests of Woodside Haven, a newly constructed Park City ski home, $250 to enjoy après ski fare at High West Distillery. - November 20, 2011 - Resorts West
Chef Chris Locher is New Consultant Executive Chef at The Oasis Paco Park Hotel
Chef Chris Locher, the renowned Chef of C’ Italian Dining, joins the The Oasis Paco Park Hotel culinary team as Consultant Executive Chef for the Barramundi Grill and Restaurant. - November 19, 2011 - Oasis Park Hotel