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Grand Pacific Resort Management Wins TripAdvisor® Awards of Excellence
Service Excellence Cited as Top Reason for Honor - August 21, 2013 - Grand Pacific Resort Management
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
Tickets on Sale Sept. 4 for the 2014 Big Beers, Belgians & Barleywines Festival
The 14th annual event will debut new venues for the Commercial Tasting & Fireside Bar programs. - August 15, 2013 - Vail Cascade
River Expeditions Announces Gauley Savings Galore Throughout September and October
River Expeditions offers special pricing on weekday white water rafting trips on the Gauley River in West Virginia throughout September and October 2013. These specials are valid for the intense Upper Gauley River or the scenic, playful Lower Gauley River. - August 12, 2013 - River Expeditions
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
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
Cypress Bend Resort Presents Three Great Ways to Celebrate the End of Summer
Cypress Bend Resort on the East Texas-Western Louisiana border, just one hour from Shreveport, is offering three money-saving offers in August. - August 06, 2013 - Cypress Bend Resort
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
Ian Anderson’s Caves Branch Adventure Company & Jungle Lodge Announces Facebook Contest Winner for July
Yet another Facebook contest has ended for Caves Branch. The “Picture your Adventure in Belize” is the first ever Facebook photo contest that Caves Branch has had – the first one being in February of this year. Ian Anderson, owner of Caves Branch expressed his gratitude to those... - August 03, 2013 - Caves Branch Adventure Company and Jungle Lodge
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
River Expeditions is Pleased to Announce This Year’s Labor Day Celebration
Join River Expeditions on August 31st, 2013 to pay tribute to those who keep America great. Celebrate Labor Day weekend white water rafting with River Expeditions on the New River in West Virginia, all for a special package price. - July 29, 2013 - River Expeditions
Enjoy Up to 50% Off in Lanzarote This Summer with Optima Villas
Optima Villas Announce Summer Sale on Lanzarote. - July 25, 2013 - Optima Villas
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
River Expeditions Announces the Coolest Party in August – Beach Party Blast
River Expeditions is excited to announce the coolest party in August, Beach Party Blast, on August 3rd, 2013. Guests can enjoy a weekend with friends and family, including white water rafting on the New River Gorge, and a fun and food filled cookout, all for a special price. - July 23, 2013 - River Expeditions
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
KoruCenter Redefines Immersive Fitness with Revolutionary Weight Loss Retreat in Colorado
Opening this month, KoruCenter is launching a weight loss center that solves the age old problem, weight loss being temporary, associated with live-in programs. - July 17, 2013 - KoruCenter
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
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
Ian Anderson’s Caves Branch Adventure Company & Jungle Lodge Announces Facebook Contest Winner for June
The “Picture your Adventure in Belize” is the first ever Facebook photo contest that Caves Branch has had. The contest started on February 1st, 2013 and has been running since then. Each month is a new contest and Caves Branch selects a new winner. Ian Anderson, owner of Caves Branch... - July 03, 2013 - Caves Branch Adventure Company and Jungle Lodge
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
Riverside Boutique Resort, Vang Vieng, Celebrates Its 1 Year Anniversary and Launches New Packages for Vang Vieng Visitors
One year ago, Riverside Boutique Resort was inaugurated on the banks of the Nam Song in Vang Vieng, Laos. The Resort was an almost instant hit and visitors’ response has been overwhelming. As part of its 1-year celebrations, Riverside Boutique Resort is announcing special packages for multi-day bookings as well as bookings involving a stay at both Green Park Boutique Hotel, Vientiane, and Riverside Boutique Resort, Vang Vieng. - July 02, 2013 - Riverside Boutique Resort, Vang Vieng
Vermont's Stoweflake Resort Hosts 27th Annual Hot-Air Balloon Festival, July 12-14, 2013
Festival Attendees Can Lift Off with 25 Balloons; Enjoy Kids Activities, Live Music & Beer Garden. - July 02, 2013 - Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa
River Expeditions Announces the Boy Scouts of America Jamboree Celebration
Join thousands of Scouts and their families for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree to be held at The Summit: Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve. River Expeditions is offering special scout adventure packages and rates during this national event, starting on July 15th, 2013. - July 01, 2013 - River Expeditions
Ramadan Specials at The Ajman Palace
Make this Holy Month of Ramadan truly memorable by sharing special moments with family and friends at The Ajman Palace. - June 30, 2013 - The Ajman Palace
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
Mandoki Hospitality Adds a New Gulf Shores Vacation Rental
Just in time for the start of summer vacation, Mandoki Hospitality has announced the addition of a new property in Gulf Shores, Alabama, outside of its already established Gulf Shores Plantation. This newest property, named “At Ease,” is a beach house located 14 miles west of Highway... - June 28, 2013 - Gulf Shores Plantation
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
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
River Expeditions Announces Their 21st Annual Volleyball Championship and Weekend Package Deals
In the 237 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, America has celebrated its freedom every year. For the last 21 years, River Expeditions has hosted an annual Volleyball tournament to celebrate this important date in American history. Guests have the opportunity to raft, camp, BBQ, and of course, play Volleyball. - June 26, 2013 - River Expeditions
Extreme Engineering Provides Westgate Resorts with High Action Adventures
Extreme Engineering outfits Westgate Resorts with a high-action adventure™ area with zip lines, a climbing wall and other adventure products. - June 25, 2013 - Extreme Engineering
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
Cypress Bend Resort Presents Louisiana July 4 Getaways
Money-saving Louisiana July 4 getaway deals are available at Cypress Bend Resort, 70 miles south of Shreveport on the peaceful shores of Toledo Bend Lake, where families can enjoy a free night of family fun or a three-night package with complimentary golf and breakfast. Choose from two great July... - June 21, 2013 - Cypress Bend Resort
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
Radisson Orlando Resort – Celebration Offers Money-Saving Deals on Walt Disney World Resort® Summer Stays
The Radisson Orlando Resort – Celebration, a Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, is offering some of the lowest rates for summer vacations to Walt Disney World Resort® along with complimentary transportation to the Epcot Transportation Center which services all the parks. Families can book... - June 16, 2013 - Radisson Orlando Celebration Resort
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
River Expeditions Celebrates West Virginia Day with Savings on Whitewater Rafting Trips
On June 20th 1863, West Virginia became an independent state. Outdoor enthusiasts can celebrate West Virginia's 150th Birthday on June 20th, 2013 and save $18.63 off River Expeditions regular price single day trip on the New River. - June 10, 2013 - River Expeditions
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
Tarryall River Ranch Awarded Prestigious TripAdvisor® 2013 Certificate of Excellence
Ranch and B&B ranked in the top-performing 10 percent of all businesses worldwide on TripAdvisor.com - June 08, 2013 - Tarryall River Ranch
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
Extreme Engineering’s Climbing Wall is at the "One & Only" Resort in the Maldives
Extreme Engineering installs a climbing wall at a “One & Only” resort located in the Maldives. - May 30, 2013 - Extreme Engineering
Another Successful Launch by American Leisure Moonstone, The Spa at Broken Sound in Boca Raton, FL
Broken Sound Club, a 5-Star Platinum Club in Boca Raton just completed a free-standing $7 million, 38,000- square-foot spa and fitness center, including Moonstone, The Spa at Broken Sound inspired and created by American Leisure with treatment concepts and protocols, product selection, and operational fluidity part of its final phase of a 3-year $26 million transformation. - May 29, 2013 - American Leisure
Cypress Bend Resort Earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
The Cypress Bend Resort, located on the shores of Toledo Bend Lake just 70 miles south of Shreveport, has earned a TripAdvisor® 2013 Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding... - May 26, 2013 - Cypress Bend Resort
Creta Maris Beach Resort Earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Honoured as a Top Performing Hotel as Reviewed by Travellers on the World’s Largest Travel Site - May 25, 2013 - Maris Hotels
Encore Bistro Launches Its À La Carte Menu
With stunning views over the Arabian Gulf, the Mediterranean All-day dining restaurant “Encore Bistro” launches its new à la carte menu. Executive Chef Ueli Bachofner has created a menu embracing new culinary ideas with Mediterranean influences and Middle Eastern... - May 22, 2013 - The Ajman Palace