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evolution Technology by Great Hotels of the World Finds 40% of Corporate Negotiated Rates Are Not Visible on the GDS
evolution launches new service offering to combat results of research. evolution (http://www.evolutiondistribution.com), the hospitality e-commerce and e-distribution provider, has conducted research on over 200 hotels worldwide. The findings have been analysed, and demonstrate that 40% of... - October 27, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Resorts West Announces Park City GoPro Giveaway
New for the 2011-2012 ski season, Resorts West is giving away a GoPro Hero helmet camera to guests who stay at the Resorts West High Definition Ski House, a 9,000 square-foot ski-in/ski-out villa at Deer Valley Resort. - October 26, 2011 - Resorts West
Health & Safety Week
Led by Health & Safety Manager Joseph Zammit, Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa in Balluta Bay has organised a very successful Health & Safety week by offering a safer workplace to the hotel’s employees. - October 23, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Outside the Lines Rockwork/Water Feature Construction Company Named Fastest-Growing Private Company by Orange County Business Journal
Design/Build Company Ranked 16th - October 21, 2011 - Outside the Lines
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a Comfortable, Natural & Gourmet Way at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique suggests a different, full of tranquility and relaxation, New Year’s Eve in a privileged natural setting – Monchique Hills with 3 alternative programmes: Comfort, Monchique and Gourmet. - October 20, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Dragonfly Opens Luxurious Lifestyle Retreat in the Shanghai French Concession
Award-winning Shanghai spa brand launches new lifestyle retreat featuring relaxing massage, refreshing beauty and tantalizing contemporary home decor. - October 20, 2011 - Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat
Players Win Big at Sands Macao and The Venetian Macao
Luck continues to rain down at the Sands® Macao and The Venetian® Macao casinos, as ten happy slot players have won a grand total of over HK$6.8 million over a three-week span in September and October. The largest single winner received a payout of more than HK$2.3 million. And a lucky... - October 18, 2011 - Venetian Macao
Great Hotels of the World Announces New Hotel Opening in India
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) are pleased to announce the opening of a brand new hotel – Syna Tiger Resort - on 17 October 2011, following a four-year development at a cost of approximately $1.8 million. - October 16, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
DirectRooms.com – Expo Telecom Comes to San Jose in November 2011
Hundreds of telecommunications industry professionals will be converging on the Costa Rican capital city of San Jose this coming November to enjoy a major industry conference - Expo Telecom Costa Rica. - October 15, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Hairy Crab Delights Grand Seafood Dinner Buffet
From now till the end of December, Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai is featuring the Chinese autumn delicacy – Hairy Crabs at the Grand Seafood Dinner Buffet. - October 15, 2011 - Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
Cyber Monday Deals: Book a Room, Get Free Breakfast at The Woodlands Resort
Guests who book The Woodlands Resort’s Rate of the Day on Cyber Monday, for hotel stays between November 29, 2011 and January 31, 2012, will enjoy complimentary breakfast for two. Valid for hotel reservations made on Cyber Monday, November 28, the offer includes free Grand Breakfast for two... - October 14, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
DirectRooms.com – Luang Prabang Hosts Major Laotian Cinema Festival in December 2011
The jungles of northern Laos will this coming December, play host to one of Southeast Asia's most interesting cinematic events as the Luang Prabang Film Festival takes place. - October 13, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – India’s Franchise Opens Opportunities to Present in Kolkata in November 2011
DirectRooms.com announces that franchise businesses from India and several international operations will be exhibiting in Kolkata for a show that is India’s largest business to business event. - October 12, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
American Chef Daniel Lentz Prepares Traditional Dishes for Thanksgiving Day at Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Americans traveling to the sunny beaches of Cozumel this Thanksgiving won’t have to give up the traditional holiday flavors of turkey, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa’s executive chef Daniel Lentz has put the finishing touches on a... - October 12, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
A Breakfast Suited to the Corporate Needs
Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa, launched the Corporate Breakfast – a quick breakfast suited for the fast pace lifestyle of the business client. - October 12, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Great Hotels of the World Announces New Hotel Opening in Thailand
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) are pleased to announce the opening of a brand new hotel – Mantra Samui Resort and Spa on 10 October 2011, following a three and a half year development at a cost of $20 million. - October 12, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
DirectRooms.com – New Laser Surgery Research is Discussed in November 2011 in Florence
DirectRooms.com reveals that practitioners of laser surgery and laser medicine will be meeting in Florence in early November to review the latest discoveries from within the industry. - October 11, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Don’t Miss "THE DEAL" Brought to You by The Cove of Lake Geneva
The Cove of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin’s Premier All Suite Condominium Resort and Conference Center, is currently offering amazing discounts during their current promotion, “THE DEAL.” “THE DEAL” will be offering savings of up to 50% off on one night stays through October... - October 09, 2011 - Geneva Hospitality
DirectRooms.com – During 1 and 3 November Asia’s Largest Seafood Expo 2011 Comes to Qingdao
DirectRooms.com reveals that Qingdao will be staging the largest seafood exhibition in Asia this November with hundreds of companies coming to promote the latest technology and services. - October 08, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Park City Ski Package Takes Away Holiday Stress
Resorts West has announced a Christmas package including villa decoration, holiday shopping, sleigh rides and more. - October 08, 2011 - Resorts West
Low Rates Available at The Woodlands Resort in Conjunction with Houston Symphony’s Free Halloween Concert for Families
Parents and kids are invited to dress up in Halloween costumes for this free concert event. - October 07, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Hotel Le Manoir Bogotá Launches a Secured Online Direct Reservation System
Hotel Le Manoir Bogotá introduces its website’s newly integrated online direct reservation system for safer, faster, and easier booking. - October 07, 2011 - DirectWithHotels
DirectRooms.com – Attend Beirut Stages One of the Middle East’s Largest Beauty Expos During 21 and 24 October 2011
DirectRooms.com announces that international companies from the beauty and healthcare industry will be setting up in Beirut for a huge consumer and trade fair dedicated to the latest ways to feel fitter and look younger. - October 06, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Cairns Stages Substantial Trade Fair for Local Businesses in November 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that businesses from around Cairns are being invited to set up for the city’s major trade fair in November which aims to improve business and increase the customer base for all enterprises taking part. - October 06, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – This November International Film Festival 2011 Reaches Its 20th Anniversary in Brisbane
DirectRooms.com reports that as the Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF) hits its 20th anniversary organisers are promising an extra special line up of movies for this major landmark. - October 06, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Formula 1 Races Into Abu Dhabi on 11 to 13 November 2011
DirectRooms.com announces that the penultimate race of the Formula 1 season will be taking place in Abu Dhabi this year which is sure to be an influential race for deciding the championship. - October 05, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Le Méridien Boasts Maltese Culture for World Tourism Day
Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa decided to take an active part in the initiative of World Toursim Day, by organizing activities related to the theme for their hotel guests. With this in mind, the hotel’s management invited their guests to join for a half-day program of discovery around the island, showcasing highlights of the Maltese culture. - October 05, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Book Your Bogota Accommodation Online with Hotel Egina Bogota’s Secure Reservation System
Use Hotel Egina Bogota’s easy-to-follow online booking system to get instant confirmation and secure transactions. - October 02, 2011 - DirectWithHotels
Le Méridien Malta Paints It Purple for SPG
Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa, Malta launches a SPG awareness week by covering the ceiling with helium filled SPG balloons, greeting arriving guests with freshly baked muffins, and lighting the facade with a purple halo. - September 29, 2011 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Andy Hui to Bring His Star Power to the CotaiArena
Hong Kong pop sensation Andy Hui is set to light up the CotaiArena™ stage with his charms, as he brings his reputable talents to The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel on October 29. Having already generated rave reviews from his sold-out Hong Kong performance in May, the singer and actor will... - September 29, 2011 - Venetian Macao
Casol Villas France and Art Monaco Renew Their Media Partnership for 2012
Casol Villas France and the international art fair Art Monaco renew their media partnership for the event that will be held at Le Grimaldi Forum of Monaco from April 5th to April 12th, 2012. In their 3rd year of partnership, Casol Villas France, private villa rental company with concierge services... - September 28, 2011 - Casol Villas France
Groove to the Rhythms of Guinea Bissau with Américo Gomes at the Bellini Lounge
With his distinctive, rich voice, Guinea Bissau superstar Américo Gomes will bring his infectious rhythms and melodies to the Bellini Lounge at The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel Friday night. A performer who likes to move freely on stage, Gomes’s warmth of delivery and superb voice... - September 27, 2011 - Venetian Macao
Great Hotels of the World Announces the Latest News from Its Member Hotels
Great Hotels of the World’s member properties are recognised for the overall excellent standard of their properties. - September 26, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Georgia Golfers Will Soon Discover Why Lake Lanier Islands’ Course is One in a Million
Legacy on Lanier Golf Club Showcases One of the South’s Most Beautiful Courses, While Golfers Showcase Their Talents During the $1,000,000 Challenge - September 25, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
2011 Kumpoo® Macau Open Badminton Grand Prix Gold - World’s Top Badminton Players to Face Off in Macao
Badminton fans of all ages can rejoice – as the 2011 Kumpoo® Macau Open Badminton Grand Prix Gold tournament brings world-class badminton talent to Macao’s CotaiArena from Tuesday, November 29 to Sunday, December 4. Officially sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), the... - September 23, 2011 - Venetian Macao
Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants Group Secures Green Key Certification for Its Portfolio
Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants Group, a pioneer in the emergence of the boutique hotel industry in the United States, has strengthened its position as a leader in “green” lodging by partnering with Green Key Global. As of September 2011, the Green Key Eco-Rating Program has certified... - September 22, 2011 - Green Key Global
Autumn Holidays and Short Breaks at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique Portugal
Escape to the Green Hills of Monchique, the Algarve countryside and enjoy the serene autumn days at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique – the ideal place to be pampered, rest, relax and fully benefit from the surrounding nature and fresh air. - September 22, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Duang Jai Resort Opens Up Direct Reservations with New Booking System
Duang Jai Resort is welcoming guests to easier, hassle-free reservations online as it introduces its website’s new booking system that makes its Krabi accommodation more accessible. - September 22, 2011 - DirectWithHotels
Anfi Seabed Clean Up
The Anfi Group launched their “End of Summer Beach Clean Up” as it gets ready for the winter season. - September 22, 2011 - Anfi Group
Venetian Macao Baccarat Tournament Crowns a Winner - HK$1.5 Million in Total Prize Money Awarded
The lucky winner of The Venetian® Macao Million Baccarat Tournament was elated as he accepted his HK$680,000 cash first prize Saturday night. The competition, held on September 17, drew in nearly 200 players, with the top eight players receiving prize money totaling more than... - September 21, 2011 - Venetian Macao
Relaxing Moments for Two at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique Portugal
This September, enjoy a relaxing break for two at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique and let yourself be pampered with the special program “Relaxing Moments for two in Monchique” for 170 euros per night/ per suite for two pax. - September 18, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Great Hotels of the World Launches Insider's Guide Competition
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com), the London-based hotel sales and marketing alliance, has launched a brand new writing competition where entrants will be asked to send in a 24-hour travel guide to their chosen destination. Great Hotels of the World wants entrants to provide insight... - September 18, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai Introduces Its Year-End Party
Grand Mercure Hongqiao is delighted to propose the Grand Festive Package from RMB3, 288 per table to celebrate the achievements and share the outlook to a prosperous new year for companies, between friends or family in Shanghai. - September 17, 2011 - Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
The Cove of Lake Geneva to 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 September 17th and 18th, 2011, making this the third broadcast of the Lake Geneva episode. - September 16, 2011 - Geneva Hospitality
Boot Ranch Closes on Record Lot Sales of $5.4 Million in 30 Days
Boot Ranch golf club (Fredericksburg Texas) closes on record sales of $5.4 million from mid-July to mid-August 2011. - September 14, 2011 - Boot Ranch
Great Hotels of the World to Exhibit at EIBTM 2011 for First Time
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) has announced it will exhibit at EIBTM this November for the first time. EIBTM is the leading global event for the meetings and events industry and gathers over 14,000 industry professionals for three days of focused business networking. A selection... - September 14, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
atoll paradise Launches New Destinations Mauritius & Seychelles
You can now book Prince William's & Kate’s honeymoon destination in the Seychelles with atoll paradise. - September 14, 2011 - Atoll Paradise Pvt Ltd
DirectRooms.com – Participate the Diwali Festival in New Zealand During 8 to 9 October 2011
DirectRooms.com welcomes the 2011 Festival of Diwali to Auckland, New Zealand. Known as the Hindu Festival of Light, Diwali will take place this year between the 8th and 9th of October. - September 14, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Casa Laguna Inn Conducts Facebook Silent Auction to Support AIDS Services Foundation Orange County
As part of their ongoing sponsorship and support of the Orange County Ride for AIDS (OCRA) and AIDS Services Foundation Orange County, Casa Laguna Inn & Spa in Laguna Beach, CA, is auctioning a Laguna Beach getaway for two. The Ultimate Casa Laguna Getaway includes two nights in the inn’s... - September 12, 2011 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
Renovated "Boathouse" Phuket Re-launches in Style on October 1, 2011
"Boathouse" is the new name for the completely redesigned and renovated Mom Tri’s Boathouse, Kata Beach, Phuket, due to reopen on October 1. Beachfront restaurant Boathouse Wine & Grill – a continuous winner of Thailand Tatler "Best Restaurants" and Wine Spectator awards since 1995 – will keep its original name. - September 10, 2011 - Boathouse Resort