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MyrtleBeachHotels.com Brings Back the Fanny Pack for International Fanny Pack Day, March 14
How do you spot a tourist in Myrtle Beach? Why, the fanny pack of course. To celebrate this much-mocked tourist icon, MyrtleBeachHotels.com is hosting a day of fun on Facebook in honor of International Fanny Pack Day, March 14. Throughout the day, fans can participate in fanny pack fun by sharing... - March 04, 2010 - MyrtleBeachHotels.com
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina Names New Director of Food and Beverage
The Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina (HR Mission Bay) has recently appointed Gilbert Santana as the new director of food and beverage. Santana will oversee all facets of the food and beverage division including Red Marlin restaurant, SWIM poolside bar and lounge, in-room dining, banquets... - March 03, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Concordia’s Innovative Eco-Studios Ready for Winter Vacations
The newly completed studios at eco-resort Estate Concordia Preserve, located on St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, are the next phase of innovations tested over 35 years of exploring green development. Environmentally friendly design, recycled and durable building materials and Green operations... - March 02, 2010 - Maho Bay Camps
Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing is Proud to Announce Its Sponsors
Geneva Hospitality's Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing is off to a great start and is proud to announce some of the wonderful sponsors it currently has on board. - March 02, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Chef Cale Falk Wins Casa Laguna Cook-Off, Takes "Top Breakfast" Honors at Laguna Beach B&B Known for Gourmet Offerings
Casa Laguna Inn & Spa in Laguna Beach, California has announced the winner of their Culinary Competition, held poolside at the inn on February 18, 2010. Chef Cale Falk, previous Gold Medal winner at Select Registry’s 2008 Distinguished Inns of North America’s “Inn-Credible... - March 01, 2010 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
Hidden Meadow Ranch Honored by Condé Nast Johansens Luxury Travel Guide
Hidden Meadow Ranch, an Arizona mountain hideaway, has been selected as the winner of prestigious 2010 Awards for Excellence - earning title of "Most Excellent Ranch" for the second time in three years. - February 25, 2010 - Hidden Meadow Ranch
The Cove of Lake Geneva Will 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 March 20-21, 2010. This episode will feature all the wonderful things that make Lake Geneva the perfect place to... - February 25, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Great Hotels Organisation Launches New MICE Promotion
New promotion offers choice of benefits to meet demands of buyers - February 24, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Gulf Shores Plantation Releases 2010 Rental Guide
Gulf Shores Plantation, located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, releases the 2010 rental guide to assist with beach vacation planning to the Alabama Gulf Coast. - February 18, 2010 - Gulf Shores Plantation
Gulf Shores Golf Association Releases 2010 Golf Vacation Planner
The Gulf Shores Golf Association has released the 2010 Golf Vacation Planner, a 48-page resource for golfers. The planner provides detailed course descriptions as well as helpful accommodation and destination information. - February 17, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Villas De Maitre Recommends Celebrating Valentine's Day in Style by Travelling with Their Loved One and Renting a Luxury Villa in Mauritius or Seychelles
The luxury villa rental specialist Villas De Maitre (www.villasdemaitre.com) notice many couples choose Valentine's Day as a popular time of the year for renting a villa and escaping the cold winter. - February 14, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
Villas De Maitre’s Launch of Cape Point Apartments and Penthouse Opens a New Chapter in Contemporary Villas in Mauritius
Leading villa specialist Villas De Maitre has expanded its presence in Mauritius with the launch of a new privately owned luxury apartments and penthouse overlooking the beautiful turquoise lagoon of Cap Malheureux, on the North coast of the island. The two ground floor, two first floor apartments... - February 12, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
Award-Winning Breakfast Chefs to Meet for Cook-Off
Casa Laguna Inn and Spa in Laguna Beach, CA, recently announced a unique culinary competition that will take place poolside at the inn on Thursday, February 18. Two of Casa Laguna’s former award winning chefs will be returning to face off against the current executive chef for top breakfast... - February 11, 2010 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing Benefiting the Gridiron Greats
Mike Ditka Resorts will be hosting their 2nd Annual Mike Ditka Resorts Celebrity Golf Outing on April 16th–18th, 2010 with all proceeds benefiting the Gridiron Greats Foundation. (For more information visit - www.gridirongreats.org) The fun-filled event kicks off Friday night with a welcome... - February 11, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Renovation Begins on New North Georgia Mountain Cabin
Rainbow Cabins begins full remodel of its largest north Georgia rental cabin - February 10, 2010 - Rainbow Cabins, LLC
The Cove of Lake Geneva is the Host Hotel for the National Snow Sculpting Competition
The Cove of Lake Geneva is once again the host hotel for the National Snow Sculpting Competition, which will take place in downtown Lake Geneva on February 1st - 7th, 2010. Each year sculptors come from various places in the United States to compete. Sculptors enjoy the luxury suites at The Cove of... - February 03, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
2010 Hot Air Balloon Clark - Yats Leisure Offers Advice to Those Unable to Book a Room
2010 Hot Air Balloon Festival in Clark Freeport Philippines is near. Many visitors are unable to secure a room on Feb 13th. But there are other ways to enjoy this 4-day event. - February 03, 2010 - Yats Leisure
Easy event organizing at Le Meridien Malta
On Thursday 28th of January, the Sales Team of Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa in Malta was thrilled to announce the launch of their new online meetings and conferences portal. - February 02, 2010 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Belize’s Inn at Robert’s Grove Honored with 2010 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
The Inn at Robert’s Grove was chosen as one of the Top Ten Best Family Hotels in Central & South America by TripAdvisor® in its 2010 Travelers’Choice® awards. Now in its eighth year, the annual TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards honor the world’s best hotels,... - February 01, 2010 - The Inn at Robert's Grove
Lynn Sweeney New SVP Business Development at Wilmer Communications
Hospitality industry marketing agency adds new SVP for business development of new interactive and digital media services. - January 31, 2010 - Wilmer Communications
Company Appoints New Hotel General Managers
Local Tourism Giant Raises Bars - January 30, 2010 - Hoi An Tourist Service JSC
Gulf Shores Plantation Gears Up for Spring Break
The vacation professionals at Gulf Shores Plantation are looking forward to welcoming Spring Break visitors to the Alabama Gulf Coast. - January 30, 2010 - Gulf Shores Plantation
New Look for Swissôtel Métropole Geneva
Swissôtel Métropole Geneva unveils the new decor of its Royal suite as well as its Deluxe suites and conference room. - January 30, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Rediscover Romance This Valentine’s Day with Soothing and Eco-Friendly Blue Marble Spa Treatments
Blue Marble will be offering guests seven special Valentine’s Day treatments from February 12 to 14 - January 29, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Carnival Festivities in Algarve with IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts – Amusement and Imagination All Within Luxurious Accommodation
Each year the Carnival festivities throughout the world are amazing displays of colour and costumes set to joyful music. Algarve embraces this spirit and allows visitors to enjoy countless entertainment options along with beautiful weather to explore the coastline. - January 28, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
The Prime Main Zone of Philippines Clark Freeport is Almost Totally Occupied. Foreign Investors Rush to Submit Offers to Yats Leisure for 12ha Prime Land.
Clark Freeport is a popular destination for Foreign Investments going into Philippines but land in prime locations are very scarce. Clark Land Development just put 8ha of prime land on the market located in Central Business District in Philippines Clark Freeport's Main Zone. This is one of the last remaining choice properties in the main zone of Clark Freeport. - January 28, 2010 - Yats Leisure
Great Hotels Organisation Announces New Members
Three new hotels join Great Hotels of the World and Metro Hotels - January 27, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Powers Into 2010 with More Top Awards
Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been chosen as one of the Top 10 Luxury Resorts in the South Pacific and Top 10 Resorts for Romance in the South Pacific by TripAdvisor® in its 2010 Travelers’ Choice awards. Now in its eighth year, the annual TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards honor... - January 26, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
To Prevent Dengue Fever in Philippines, Yats Leisure Makes Mosquito Repellent Patches Available in Philippines
Although measures are taken on a bigger scale to fight Dengue in the Philippines, the individual has only one effective way to avoid contracting Dengue Fever and that is to avoid mosquito bites. Moquito Repellent Patches now available in Philippines are especially useful for young children. - January 24, 2010 - Yats Leisure
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Mark Their 30th Anniversary - a Success Story
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts have every reason to celebrate the new year: this is the year the Swiss hotel chain turns 30. The venture which started out in 1980 with just a few hotels has now blossomed into a distinguished, internationally renowned hotel chain with deluxe hotels in 17 countries across five continents. - January 23, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
New Mozambique Luxury Lodge Opens in the Heart of History and Culture, Set to Open February 1st
The Mozambique luxury lodge, Coral Lodge 15.41 comprises 10 expansive villas each designed for optimal privacy and relaxation. The living space includes informal sitting areas, a bedroom, a bathroom and a big terrace. - January 22, 2010 - Coral Lodge 15.41
Robert’s Grove Belize Dives Into 2010 with 5 Stars From PADI International
PADI International has just awarded The Inn at Robert’s Grove Dive Center with 5 Stars, a distinction given to progressive PADI Dive Centers that PADI says, “Excel in providing dive consumers with a full range of diver education programs, equipment selection and experience opportunities... - January 20, 2010 - The Inn at Robert's Grove
Stephanie Wottreng Wins a Trip to Las Vegas Courtesy of Geneva Hospitality's The Cove of Lake Geneva
The Cove of Lake Geneva will be sending Stephanie and Tom Wottreng on an all expenses paid vacation to Las Vegas, NV on February 13-15th, 2010. - January 20, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Expedia Has Named Geneva Hospitality's Mike Ditka Resorts a Top 25 Room and Revenue Producer
Mike Ditka Resorts has been named a top room and revenue producer by Expedia. - January 18, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Accor North America Announces Green Key Pilot in the United States
Accor North America (ANA), a division of Accor Hospitality, has announced that it will pilot the Green Key Eco-Rating Program (Green Key) within its portfolio in the United States in 2010. Green Key is the first program of its kind to rank, certify and inspect hotels and resorts based on their... - January 18, 2010 - Green Key Global
Great Hotels Organisation Adds 35 New Hotels in 2009
Membership to niche sales and marketing alliances continues to grow despite global recession - January 14, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Yats Leisure Reports Three New Concerns in Recent Survey on Companies Selecting Venue for Company Outing in 2010
Yats Leisure conducted a survey of HR and Office Managers of 100 companies asking them to name the top three concerns when selecting a venue for this year's company outing. Security tops the list. - January 13, 2010 - Yats Leisure
Mexican Government and Condo Hotels Playa del Carmen Start Beach Reconstruction
Real estate value in the “golden zone” of Playa del Carmen is predicted to rise as the new beach widening project commences - January 13, 2010 - Condo Hotels Playa del Carmen
Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rentals Company Adds 9 Rental Properties
Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rentals Company, Lahaina Island Accommodations, adds nine vacation rental properties to their Southwest Florida inventory - January 09, 2010 - Lahaina Island Accommodations
Villas De Maitre Has Launched Its 2010 Mauritius Luxury Villas Portfolio
Villas De Maitre is launching the 2010 portfolio of luxury Mauritius villas for couples, families and groups of friends. - January 08, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
Jörg Krauss, New General Manager at Swissôtel Düsseldorf/ Neuss
Jörg Krauss is the new General Manager at Swissôtel Düsseldorf / Neuss. He follows in the footsteps of Ronald Nilsson, who has started to act as General Manager of the first Swissôtel in India. J. Krauss comes from the NH Hotel Group, where the 40-year-old was previously the Regional Director for three NH hotels in the Heidelberg region. - January 08, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Iberostar with Hotels in Tenerife Expands the Grand Collection Luxury-Line
U.S. travelers looking to ease the winter blues could soon be soaking up ocean views and relaxing in the Canary Islands at the new Grand Hotel El Mirador, the newest hotel to Iberostar's luxury line, the Grand Collection. - January 06, 2010 - Balneario De Archena
The Anfi Group Wins Another Top Award
The Anfi Group is proud to have won yet another top award, this time from RCI (Resorts Condominiums International). - January 06, 2010 - Anfi Group
Parma Football Team Stays at Le Meridien Malta
Parma Football Team held a training camp and won the Christmas Cup. - January 06, 2010 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Less Me and More We. Teamwork Triumph at Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
They say teamwork divides the task and doubles the success. This was certainly the case recently when two Relay Teams, comprised of ambassadors of Sheraton Grande Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort, Phuket successfully completed the Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2009, competing against a truly global field of inspired athletes. - January 01, 2010 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Yats Leisure Adds Kayaking and Boating in Philippines to Its Clearwater Lake in Clark Freeport Pampanga
Kayaking and Canoeing facilities added to Clark's Clearwater Lake. Yats Leisure address three important concerns of leisure tourists, namely safety, hygiene and convenience. Other outdoor amenities such as camping, beach and water sports are also available at Clearwater Resort in Clark Philippines. - December 31, 2009 - Yats Leisure
Arizona Winter Snow Storms Bring Cross-Country Skiing to Torreon Golf Community
Torreon Golf Community open new cross-country trail for members and guests to enjoy Arizona snowfall. Guests at Torreon Villas or Lodges have full guest privileges, including the new trail winding through the largest stand of Ponderosa pine forest in the southwest. - December 31, 2009 - Torreon Golf Community
Top Five Reasons Why Your New Years Resolutions Should Include Vacationing Clothing Optional at The Terra Cotta Inn, Palm Springs, California
Year after year, you make New Years resolutions that you fail to keep. This new year or should we say nude year, why not add a fun vacation experience to your resolutions. One that you will want to keep. Resolve to take an exciting vacation at a clothes free nude sunbathing resort. - December 30, 2009 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Audemars Piguet and Anantara Trumpet the 2010 King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the 2010 dates for the King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament. The highly popular event will take place from March 22 to March 28 in the northernmost region of Thailand known as the Golden Triangle. This year’s event is once again... - December 25, 2009 - Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa Leading Phuket’s High Season Scene with "Infinity Sunsets"
Taking exclusive island living to dramatically new stylish heights, Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa’s Infinity Sunset Sessions are now in full swing, bestowing guests with a fabulous blend of fine dining, tempting cocktails, coastal fashion and intoxicating sounds, against a backdrop of... - December 25, 2009 - Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas