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HotelTravel.com and Worldhotels Sign Distribution Agreement
HotelTravel.com and Worldhotels have inked a distribution agreement that will give HotelTravel.com customers more hotels to choose from in key destinations around the world. - November 09, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
First Yoga Retreat at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
From the 30th November to the 4th December, Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique will be holding, for the first time, a Yoga Retreat designed to help you to understand the foundations of Classical Yoga. - November 06, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Celebrates Responsible Business Week in Partnership with National Geographic’s Center for Sustainable Destinations
Employees participate in activities to sustain and enhance Cozumel Island - November 04, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
2011 Louisiana XC State Championship Series Concludes with “Battle at the Bend,” Awards Ceremony at Cypress Bend Resort
Extreme mountain bikers from across the country will travel to Cypress Bend Resort in northwest Louisiana to face Hercules, a 6.1-mile race course with almost 1,000 feet of grueling climbs and wicked downhill elevation changes, as they compete in the November 19 “Battle at the Bend,”... - November 03, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
Georgia’s Lake Lanier Islands Resort® Lights the Path to a Magical Holiday Season
Southern Lakeside Resort Prepares to Flip the Switch on the 19th Annual Magical Nights of Lights® - November 02, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort
HotelTravel.com Launches Mobile Website
HotelTravel.com is launching its mobile website, m.hoteltravel.com, for customers on the move. Wherever people travel, m.HotelTravel.com is now just a touch away for tablet or smart phone users on any independent mobile platform. - November 02, 2011 - HotelTravel.com
Green Key Global Invited to Speak at Green Lodging & Hospitality Conference
Green Key Global, the leading green hotel certification program in the world, was invited to participate in the 3rd Annual Green Lodging & Hospitality Conference in Orlando, FL next week. Tony Pollard, Managing Director of Green Key, will contribute to a panel discussion titled “The World... - November 02, 2011 - Green Key Global
evolution by Great Hotels of the World and buuteeq Partner to Help Hotels Thrive in the Digital Marketplace
To coincide with World Travel Market in London next week, leading hospitality e-commerce solution provider evolution by Great Hotels of the World and buuteeq, innovator of the world’s first digital marketing system for hotels, has announced a sales and marketing partnership. evolution now... - October 29, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Christoph Voegeli Appointed General Manager of Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Christoph Voegeli as General Manager with effect from 10 October 2011. Mr. Voegeli joins the Meritus team following his assignment with the InterContinental Hotels Group as General Manager of Holiday Inn Melaka, a... - October 29, 2011 - Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Thanksgiving Champagne Brunch at The Woodlands Resort Features Traditional Dishes and Premium Selections
Take the hassle out of Thanksgiving with The Woodlands Resort’s annual Thanksgiving Day Champagne Brunch. The Resort’s culinary team has put together a dazzling array of Thanksgiving dinner favorites for families and friends to enjoy on Thursday, November 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 2... - October 28, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Phuket.Net – Attend the Annual Phuket International Sportfishing Tournament in November
Phuket.Net is pleased to announce the dates for the Annual Phuket International Sportfishing Tournament. This internationally renowned competition will take place at Chalong Bay between the 24th and the 26th November, with registration taking place on 23rd November, from 6:00pm onwards, at a location to be announced. - October 27, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
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
New Golf and Wellness Packages at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Discover the Longevity Golf & Wellness Packages. Not only for golf lovers, but also for the partners who prefer to be pampered and relax in the Monchique Hills, Algarve, Portugal. - October 27, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
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 – 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 – 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 – 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
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