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Loong Yuen Chinese Restaurant
The Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen’s Loong Yuen Chinese Restaurant has gone through brand new renovations and stands ready to warmly welcome guests in during its grand opening. - October 29, 2009 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts to Open Its First Hotel in the Middle East: Swissôtel Makkah in Saudi Arabia
Construction is under way on Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in the Middle East: Swissôtel Makkah in Saudi Arabia. The international hotel chain expects the hotel to open in January 2011. - October 29, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Halloween in Carvoeiro, Algarve
An American tradition to be enjoyed around the world. - October 29, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Travel Halong Bay Vietnam on Christmas and New Year Eve 2009
Bhaya Cruises, the premier cruise operator in Halong Bay Vietnam, has offered special cruises in Halong Bay on the Christmas and New year Eve 2009. Mr. Allan Tuppil, General Director of Bhaya Cruises said “Our exceptional cruises on Christmas and New Year Eve are sure to offer fantastic and... - October 28, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur Partners with illycaffè to Provide Guests the Ultimate Coffee Experience
Bar Captain, Shane Joshua Sta Maria emerged as 3rd runners up in Le Méridien’s “Taste of Discovery” Global Coffee Challenge - October 28, 2009 - Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
Radisson LAX Hotel Celebrates “Green” Hotels Association® Membership with a Green Halloween
A recycled-materials only Jack-O-Lantern contest, organic candy, and organic food and beverage options are featured as the Radisson celebrates a Green Halloween. - October 28, 2009 - Radisson Hotel at Los Angeles Airport
Castaway Resort-Koh Lipe Thailand’s Newest Up and Coming Destinations
Short introduction to one of Thailand’s newest up and coming destinations, an island called Koh Lipe that is situated nearly as far south on the Andaman coast as one can go without leaving Thailand. - October 27, 2009 - Castaway resorts
Grand Cayman’s Department of Tourism Licenses a New, Luxury Vacation Villa
A new vacation villa has been licensed in Grand Cayman. Caymanease passed all of the inspections required by the Department of Tourism in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands and is now permitted to rent to tourists seeking luxurious lodging in the North Side of Grand Cayman. The villa is an oceanfront property with a pool, kayaks and all of the amenities required to make this villa a 5 star accommodation. - October 22, 2009 - Caymanease, Ltd.
US Health Insurance Companies/ Reinsurers Embrace Medical Tourism
Many of the leading US health insurance companies, employers, agents, and reinsurers are attending the upcoming world medical tourism and global health congress, October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. "Swiss Re appreciates the value of providing employers with the medical travel option to... - October 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Conventions and Visitors Bureau to Attend at Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Medical Tourism represents a huge opportunity for conventions and visitors bureau around the world to attract business and opportunities to their city. “The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is delighted to be attending the World Medical Tourism Conference for the first time. As... - October 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Bhaya Cruises Offers 2 Days Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with One Night Free at Intercontinental Hanoi Westlake
Bhaya Cruises offers one night stay for free of charge at Intercontinental Hanoi Westlake hotel when they book 2 days luxury cruise in Halong Bay aboard Bhaya Classic vessels. - October 22, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Leading United Kingdom (UK) Consultants to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Some of the Leading United Kingdom (UK) consultants to attend Medical Tourism conference in Los Angeles, the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. “If you only attend one medical tourism event a year this is the one to attend,” said... - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
HotelTravel.com Takes Chequered Flag for Final Formula One 2009 Race in Abu Dhabi
Attention all Formula One fanatics: The Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is the last chance to get a F1 fix in 2009. Formula One motor racing is all about speed, power, noise, money and glamour. So HotelTravel.com is pushing its pedal to the metal by offering brilliant value-for-money hotel deals in the United Arab Emirates . . . - October 21, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
World’s Leading Travel Assistance Companies Participate in Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Some of the world’s leading travel assistance companies and air ambulance organizations are participating in the upcoming Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles. Travel assistance and air ambulance companies play a critical role in the delivery of cross border healthcare. “Europ... - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Presents '500 Wild Weekends'
The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas (www.RioLVSocial.com) connects Facebook fans and Twitter followers in one place. The growth of Rio’s social community on Twitter awards up to 500 followers with a Vegas vacation. Follow @riovegas to win. - October 21, 2009 - Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
Israel and Jordan Medical Tourism Debut in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009 for the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress
Israel and Jordan Medical Tourism Debut in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009 for the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress. - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hob Knob Eco Boutique Hotel Announces Winter Wellness Packages
The Hob Knob eco boutique hotel announces winter weekend getaway packages featuring accommodations, healthy cooking classes, hiking and yoga. - October 20, 2009 - Hob Knob
Exclusive Opportunity to 'Own Your Own Resort' in Wailea, Maui for $25k Per Day
Hotel Wailea Maui offers 72 suites for complete 'buyout' of the resort for a day or longer. - October 20, 2009 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Doubletree Grand Key Resort Completes AH&LA Challenge for Hotels - Hoteliers Use Association Guidelines to Benchmark Eco-Friendly Operations and ROI
Doubletree Grand Key Resort has successfully completed the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Green Guidelines Challenge, in which more than 200 hotels across the country tracked and, in many cases, improved their green business operations via AH&LA’s 11 Minimum Green... - October 18, 2009 - Doubletree Grand Key Resort
New Jersey Hotel Offers Free Stay and Party for Anyone Out of Work
Jersey Shore hotel offering free stay to unemployed. - October 17, 2009 - Blue Bay Inn
Provider Organizations to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Provider Organizations to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles - October 17, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
World’s First Medical Tourism Documentary to be Shown in Los Angeles at Medical Tourism Conference
The Medical Tourism Association has spent a year producing a documentary on Medical Tourism called, “Angels Overseas ~ Costa Rica Edition.” The documentary provides insight into the high quality of healthcare that Americans and traveling patients worldwide can receive when they travel... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Middle East to Participate at MTA Medical Tourism Conference in LA
The top governments and hospitals from the Middle East are to participate in the Medical Tourism Association’s annual convention in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009, World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, www.medicaltourismcongress.com. - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Journalists and Media Converge on MTA Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
“I have had the opportunity to live and work in Mexico, Central America and Italy. I became a strong proponent of medical tourism after experiencing first-hand the quality, affordable medical care available outside the United States. Recently, I underwent a series of cosmetic procedures at... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Leading Marketing Executives Head to Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Leading Marketing and Branding Executives are heading to the Medical Tourism Convention October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. Branding and Marketing are key components for all countries or hospitals strategic planning in attracting global patients. “I’m really looking forward to the... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Renee-Marie Stephano, President and Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of the Medical Tourism Association, Speak at the The Simposio Nacional Exportacion de Servicios de Salud
Renee-Marie Stephano, President and Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of the Medical Tourism Association, Speak at the The Simposio Nacional – Exportacion de Servicios de Salud held at the Plaza Mayor Convenciones, in Medellin, Colombia, October 6th – October 7th 2009. The Simposio Nacional... - October 15, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Pampered Pets Getaway Package at Swissôtel Chicago
Guests travelling with pets may from now on offer their little friends a very important pet getaway at the Swissôtel Chicago: This memorable package, the Pampered Pets Getaway, spoils dogs in a true Swiss style with everything a dog would want to enjoy. - October 15, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Bhaya Cruises Will Feature Its Distinctive Cruise Tours and Services in Halong Bay Vietnam at ITB & WTM 2009
Bhaya Cruises, the premier cruise operator in Halong Bay Vietnam (www.bhayacruises.com), will be attending the Trade Show for Asian Travel Market (ITB Asia) from 21-23 October at Suntec, Singapore and the World Travel Market (WTM), which will be held from 9-12 November 2009 in London, England. At... - October 15, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Cayman Islands to Participate in Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles, Oct 26-28th, 2009
The Minister of Health for the Cayman Islands, The Honorable Mark Scotland, and the Honorable W. McKeeva Bush, Minister of Financial Services, Tourism and Development, Cayman Islands will be participating at the upcoming World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, on behalf of the Cayman... - October 14, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
evolution Revolutionises CRS Technology with Launch of Multi-Channel Distribution System
evolution (http://www.evolutiondistribution.com), a brand new reservation technology company that brings together a range of e-commerce products and services will launch at ITB Asia and World Travel Market 2009. The new technology will enable hoteliers to effectively manage and exploit the... - October 14, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Le Meridien Phuket Appoints Robert Wittebrood as Assistant Food + Beverage Manager
Multi-award-winning Resort in Phuket, Thailand appoints 29 year-old, Dutch national, Robert Wittebrood as Assistant Food + Beverage Manager. - October 14, 2009 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Vita Vie Retreat - Thalasso-Fit(TM) is Key to Weight Loss, Better Health & a Better Mind
Vita Vie Retreat utilizes the Thalassotherapy philosophy in combination with a unique blend of functional and dynamic full body training to enhance weight loss, relieve painful and tired joints and aid in rehabilitation of past injuries. - October 10, 2009 - Vita Vie Retreat
No Tricks... Just Treats at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay This Halloween
The Hyatt Regency Mission Bay offers festive Halloween activities for the entire family. - October 10, 2009 - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Guests Were Treated Like Royalty at The Cove of Lake Geneva Kings and Queens Royal Gala
A great weekend was definitely had by all this past weekend during The Cove of Lake Geneva’s first royal gathering, the Kings and Queens Royal Gala. The Gala took place on October 2nd through the 4th where guests were treated to many luxuries during this event that was all about them in the... - October 08, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
The Medical Tourism Association Participates in the Familiarization Tour in Malaysia
The Medical Tourism Association was honored to participate in the Familiarization “FAM” tour in the exquisite country of Malaysia in Asia Pacific. Facilitators and Insures from and United States of America were in attendance. “Malaysia is the hidden secret international patients... - October 08, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Summer is Leaving, Spa is Coming
Enjoy the autumn weekends with spa at the Royal Blue Resort & Spa. - October 08, 2009 - Royal Blue Resort & Spa
Epoque Hotels Moves to a New Office
Epoque Hotels is moving its headquarters to South Beach, an historical area famous for its art galleries. Epoque Hotels Miami is proud to move to an area that also fits into the style of the hotels, which is trendy, avant-garde, and chic. - October 07, 2009 - Epoque Hotels
New General Managers at Swissôtel Amsterdam, The Netherlands and Swissôtel Tallinn, Estonia
New General Managers have been appointed with immediate effect at both the Swissôtel Tallinn and the Swissôtel Amsterdam. Bart Westerhout, previously General Manager at the Swissôtel Amsterdam, is moving to Tallinn and Harold Kluit, until recently the Director of Revenue & Marketing at the Swissôtel Amsterdam, will be taking up the position of General Manager there. - October 07, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
"Taste of Discovery" Contest: Le Meridien Malta in the Final
Stefano Zerafa, lead barman in the Kudéta Lounge Bar at Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa in Malta, placed fourth in the finals of the ‘Taste of Discovery’ coffee challenge, held last month in Trieste, Italy. - October 07, 2009 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Montana's Triple Creek Ranch Offers Luxury for Less
The award-winning Triple Creek Ranch, Montana’s beautiful Relais & Châteaux hideaway, is offering a five-night Mountain Romance getaway for two at a special rate of $4,060. - October 03, 2009 - Triple Creek Ranch
Best Western Hartford Lodge Charity Golf Tournament
Best Western Hartford Lodge, Café & Bakery Announces Charity Golf Tournament for the benefit of Western Oregon University. - October 03, 2009 - Best Western Hartford Lodge
Charming Inns Goes to the Dogs with Doggone South Package
Charming Inns is extending a special breed of Southern hospitality to its dog-loving guests with a new dog package available at the Wentworth Mansion®, John Rutledge House Inn and Kings Courtyard Inn. The Doggone South package includes a two-night stay for two people and their dogs at each... - October 03, 2009 - Charming Inns
Great Hotels Organisation Launches Meetings & Incentive Travel Collection Directory 2010
Great Hotels Organisation (GHO: http://www.ghorg.com) the London-based hotel sales, marketing and technology company has launched their 2010 Meetings & Incentive Travel Collection Directory. The latest edition of the Meetings & Incentive Travel Collection directory includes over 100 of the... - October 03, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Earns World Travel Awards for Mexico & Central America Leading Family Resort
Resort Honored with one of the Highest Achievements in the Travel Industry - October 01, 2009 - CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa
The Cove of Lake Geneva is Hosting a Spooky, Fun Time on Halloween Night
Join The Cove of Lake Geneva for its first annual Halloween ‘Monster Bash’ party October 31st. The bash features two distinct Halloween parties held separately for children and adults, making this Halloween night the perfect getaway event for the entire family. - September 30, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Focuses on Golf Segment
Collaboration with the Pestana Group consolidates the position of both resorts within the golfers’ universe. - September 30, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
First Upscale Hotel Opens in Beaufort SC. City Loft Hotel - Where Modern Urban Luxury Meets Southern Charm
First upscale, modern hotel now open in one of America's most beloved towns and travel destinations, Beaufort SC. City Loft Hotel, which sits on one of the city's main downtown streets, was designed with the urban traveler in mind and boasts modern design and amenities. - September 28, 2009 - City Loft
Hotel Veritas to Open in January 2010
Hotel Veritas is a 30-room independent hotel located in Harvard Square offering intimate service in a hip Cantabrigian setting. - September 25, 2009 - Hotel Veritas
Wingate by Wyndham - Tampa (at Fowler Ave. and McKinley) Receives Florida Green Lodging Program Designation
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) welcomes the Wingate by Wyndham Tampa (at Fowler Ave. and McKinley) to the Florida Green Lodging Program. The voluntary state initiative provides the lodging industry with free technical assistance, encouraging hotels and motels to adopt... - September 25, 2009 - Wingate by Wyndham Tampa
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Joins Green Key Eco-Rating Program in United States
The Green Key Eco-Rating Program (Green Key) today announced that Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has committed its portfolio in the United States to becoming members of the Green Key Eco-Rating Program. The partnership between Green Key and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, an environmentally progressive hotel group with close to two decades of experience greening its operations, dates back to the original development of the program in the mid-1990s. - September 24, 2009 - Green Key Global