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Texas Resort Offers Lowest Rates of the Season Over Memorial Day Weekend
For a close to home getaway, visit The Woodlands Resort where a full range of activities and the best rates in Texas await you this Memorial Day--May 28-31. Starting at just $169, the Oasis of Fun package includes deluxe guestroom accommodations, full breakfast for two, use of the Forest Oasis... - May 26, 2010 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Hyatt Regency Houston Hotel Offers Major League Soccer Package
When fans travel to Houston for MLS games, they choose to stay downtown at the all-new Hyatt Regency Houston for its convenient location just minutes from Robertson Stadium, home of the two-time MLS Cup champion Houston Dynamo. For just $125 per night, fans enjoy deluxe guestroom accommodations and... - May 26, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Houston
Treat Your Dad to a Weekend Getaway at The Cove of Lake Geneva
The Cove of Lake Geneva is currently running a Father’s Day Contest. - May 26, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Tropical Vacation Group Offers Amazing Views for the 4th of July at It’s Luxury Mediterranean Villa "Marina Village" in Fort Lauderdale Florida
Marina Village is a Luxury Townhouse that was introduced to vacationers by the week for rental in 2008 when it was completed. Situated in one of the most sought after vacation areas in South Florida, their clients have not only said that they have had their best vacation ever but the views from the roof top terrace allowed for amazing fire work displays. - May 25, 2010 - Tropical Vacation Group, LLC
World’s First PoE-Enabled Gigabit Ethernet Extender Now Shipping
Ethernet Extension Experts Begins Shipping its Game-Changing Gigabit Ethernet Extender - May 25, 2010 - Ethernet Extension Experts
Barcelo Hotels UK Names Apprentice Chef of the Year 2010
20-year-old James Waters recently scooped the prestigious ‘Chef of the Year’ award at the Barcelo Apprentice Chef Academy (BACA) graduation ceremony. - May 24, 2010 - Barcelo Hotels & Resorts, UK
Sani Resort Builds New Church in Halkidiki Greece
Sani Resort on Halkidiki’s azure coastline has long been a popular wedding destination for UK couples looking to tie the knot abroad. Now the resort has taken the extra step of building its very own church within its landscaped grounds. - May 24, 2010 - Sani Resort
Le Meridien Amman Introduces BlueEFFICIENCY Technology in Cooperation with Payless
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, has recently launched a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz that runs on the BlueEFFICINCY technology. These vehicles will be available for airport pick-up and drop off and guests’ use upon request and reservation. Le Meridien Amman, in... - May 24, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra to Perform at Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel
The Glenn Miller Orchestra will return with their famous songs and big band sounds to the Chattanooga Choo Choo on Saturday, May 29, 2010. Last year, the Choo Choo celebrated its 100-year anniversary with a sold out performance by the Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Chattanooga Choo Choo... - May 20, 2010 - Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel
New Boutique Hotel Opened Hotel Soul
Hotel Soul opens in Suzhou China. - May 19, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Was Honored by the AAA as the “4 Diamond Award Property of the Year, for Mexico”
Christopher Calabrese, Vice President and General Manager of the resorts received the award on behalf of the property from Mr. Tony Perrone, Regional Director of the AAA, who also offered a speech to recognize the level of service for the property. - May 19, 2010 - Marriott Cancun Resorts
The Grand Hotel Central Reopens
Its Sky Bar, Barcelona’s Most Luxurious Viewpoint - May 19, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
"Rome Sweet Home" Apartments Can Now be Paid in US Dollars
Rome Sweet Home now offers the opportunity to let its customers pay with US Dollars. As the American currency gets stronger booking a holiday apartment in Rome will be more convenient. - May 17, 2010 - Rome Sweet Home
TimeStream Software Announces Update to Walt Disney World iPhone App
TimeStream Software announces the release of an update to its popular “Walt Disney World” Notescast® app for the iPhone and iPod touch. With over 300 pages of in-depth interactive information, complete with more than 500 dynamic photos, this highly-rated Disney theme park guide is up-to-date with the latest event information. - May 16, 2010 - TimeStream Software
Travel Toward Wellness Announces San Juan Island Lavender FestivalTrip
Think it’s high time you stopped to smell the roses? Why not make it lavender with the affordable July 16-18 Splash of Summer Color Weekend getaway to charming San Juan Island during the 9th Annual Lavender Festival offered by Travel Toward Wellness (TTW). The firm specializes in girlfriend... - May 14, 2010 - Travel Toward Wellness
No Complaints at Grand Miramar with Mother's Day Brunch and Guest Canadian Chef
Mothers dining at Grand Miramar's palapa restaurant were privy to a special guest chef cooking for his reunited mother. - May 14, 2010 - Grand Miramar Resort and Spa
4ipnet Introduces Industry’s First 802.11n 300Mbps HSG200 Hotspot Gateway with Ticket Generator
4ipnet Easy Wi-Fi Hotspot Kit features the industry’s first 802.11n HSG200 Hotspot Gateway and the Hotspot Ticket Generator Combo Set which provides push-button account generation and point-of-sale ticket printing. To extend wireless coverage is now possible with the simple touch of a button - HSG200 is empowered by 4ipnet’s patent-pending technology, 4ipWES (Press-n-Connect) for WDS Easy Setup. - May 14, 2010 - 4ipnet, Inc.
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Presents Suggestions for May and June Short Breaks in the Algarve
When looking for the Algarve that everyone desires for a holiday, but without the common agitation of the summer months, IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts 5 star properties in Vilamoura and Carvoeiro are destinations to consider. The spring months in the Algarve offer warm sunny weather, culinary surprises, secluded beaches to discover, afternoon walks, activities for every age, Spa experiences, shopping, golf courses, entirely reachable with the new rates presented by IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts. - May 13, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Summit Pacific Facilitates Virtual Photographic Tour of Kauai
SummitPacificInc.com hosts a wide array of vacation rental properties, offering facilities such as pools, tennis courts and golf courses. - May 13, 2010 - Kauai Vacation Rentals by Summit Pacific
Executive Housekeeper at Le Meridien Amman Awarded with Starwood’s President’s Award for 2009
Executive Housekeeper at Le Meridien Amman Awarded with Starwood’s President’s Award for 2009 - May 11, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Key West’s Doubletree Grand Key Resort Ranked as One of World’s Best Hotels on Expedia® Insiders’ Select™ List
Expedia® travelers have ranked Doubletree Grand Key Resort among the world’s best hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select™ list. The list formally recognizes individual hotels worldwide that consistently deliver excellent service, a great overall experience and a... - May 08, 2010 - Doubletree Grand Key Resort
Les Suites Orient Shanghai to Open in May
First Boutique Hotel to Open on the Bund, Shanghai - May 08, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
Epoque Hotels Presents ICEBAR by ICEHOTEL at Hotel Twentyseven
Cool ice art in a cool place - May 07, 2010 - Epoque Hotels
EYEWIDE Hotel Internet Marketing Services Launched the New Site of Mythos Palace Resort & Spa in Georgioupolis - Chania, Crete, Greece
Eyewide Hotel Internet Marketing Services – a company providing web hosting, development, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing – launched the brand new internet site of Mythos Palace Resort & Spa in Georgioupolis Chania, Crete. Mythos Palace Resort & Spa is... - May 07, 2010 - Eyewide Internet Marketing Services
The Cove of Lake Geneva Has Just Updated Their Suites
The Cove of Lake Geneva has just finished renovating and updating their suites to provide their future guests with a more modern look and feel. The Cove’s suites now feature new couches, coffee tables, dining room tables, and framed pictures, among other things, in the hopes of providing... - May 06, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
Songkran 2010
Songkran, the Thai New Year, was celebrated at Dolphin Bay Resort on April 12, 13, and 14 this year. Songkran marks a new astrological year and means to “move” or “change place” suggesting when the sun changes its position in the zodiac. Traditionally, Songkran is a time to... - May 06, 2010 - Dolphin Bay Resort
Constellation to Open Wollongong’s Newest Hotel
Constellation Hotels will set a new benchmark for hotel accommodation and conferencing on the NSW South Coast, with the opening of its 4.5-star Chifley Wollongong in August 2010. Located on Wollongong’s foreshore and adjacent to WIN Sports and Entertainment Centre, Chifley Wollongong will... - May 06, 2010 - Constellation Hotels
Pan Pacific Resort Bali Celebrates Recent Opening with Exciting Packages and Offers
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced opening of Pan Pacific Hotel in Bali, Indonesia. On the eve of opening Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort announced several exciting Packages and offers. - May 05, 2010 - Pan Pacific Hotels Group
Le Meridien Amman Organizes a Fun Day for Female Cancer Patients in Cooperation with KHCC
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and in cooperation with King Hussein Cancer Center organized a fun day for cancer patients and survivors at the Royal Convention Centre at the hotel. Mr. Tareq Derbas, Le Meridien Amman’s general manager welcomed the... - May 04, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Weekly Movie Night Kicks Off with Italian Job and Scam at Grand Miramar Resort and Spa
The Conchas Chinas all-inclusive begins a weekly movie night with two classic movies set in paradise. The Italian Job and Scam at Grand Miramar begin at 8:00 p.m under the poolside palapa. - May 03, 2010 - Grand Miramar Resort and Spa
All Star Vacation Homes Attends Vacation Rental Industry Conference Events; Kent Bjorklund Recognized as Best in Class for Increasing Inventory
Members of the ALL STAR Vacation Homes team attended the national Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) Eastern Conference, held in Myrtle Beach, SC, April 20-21 and also represented ALL STAR at the Florida Vacation Rental Managers Association (FVRMA) annual conference, held in Orlando, FL,... - May 01, 2010 - All Star Vacation Homes
RateTiger Launches Partner Programme for Booking Websites
Channel Management software provider improves interaction options between booking websites and channel management customers. - May 01, 2010 - eRevMax Inc.
LRA Worldwide Assists Venezuelan Luxury Hotel Company with Guest Experience Initiative
LRA Worldwide, Inc., a leading provider of guest experience measurement and consulting services for the global hospitality industry, was recently retained by Eurobuilding Hotels Group to help evaluate and enhance the Eurobuilding guest experience. Eurobuilding, a 20-year old company headquartered... - April 29, 2010 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Sani Resort Greece Celebrates Its Fifth Annual Gourmet Festival
Sani Resort Celebrates Its Fifth Annual Gourmet Festival, a fortnight of fine-dining in Halkidiki 14 - 23 May 2010. - April 27, 2010 - Sani Resort
Spectrum Resorts Announces Merger
Company representatives announced that two providers of luxury resort vacations along the Alabama Gulf Coast, Sterling Beach Club Management and Spectrum Vacations, have merged to become Spectrum Resorts. The new company manages approximately 430 condominiums and cottages, which range in size from... - April 27, 2010 - Spectrum Resorts
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Eyes Adventure Travel
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Eyes Adventure Travel by launching a new brand "adventuratravel.com" - April 26, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Le Meridien Amman Introduces Daniel van der Heijden to Media During Cocktail Reception at Health Club and Spa
Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, held a cocktail reception for media, in celebration of the recent appointment of Mr. Daniel van der Heijden as the Executive Assistant Manager. The cocktail reception was held at the Health Club and Spa, in an attempt to increase the... - April 26, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Anfi Resale Launches a New Way of Buying and Selling Timeshare at Anfi del Mar in April 2010
A new way of buying and selling timeshare is done without high commissions. As an owner you list your weeks to potential buyers, who will buy them without broker commission. - April 25, 2010 - Anfi Resale
Babymoon Bliss in Ojai
Enjoy quiet and pampering at the Blue or Emerald Iguana Inn before midnight feedings and sleep deprivation become the norm. - April 25, 2010 - Blue Iguana Inn
Puerto Vallarta's Grand Miramar Resort and Spa Breaks Ground on Phase 2
Grand Miramar Resort and Spa is pleased to announce Phase 2 has begun construction, with a scheduled completion date for fall of 2011. - April 25, 2010 - Grand Miramar Resort and Spa
Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals Introduces Rocky Mountain Group Travel Division
“Rocky Mountain Group Travel” will assist travelers to ski resort destinations. - April 25, 2010 - Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals
The Setai South Beach Hires Lucky 3 Creative as Creative Agency
Lucky 3 Creative announced they have been awarded creative duties as agency of record for The Setai, South Beach. Lucky 3 Creative, is a boutique agency specializing in the travel and hospitality industry as well as mid-sized corporations. Based in South Florida, Lucky 3 Creative was established... - April 24, 2010 - Lucky 3 Creative
Phillip's Sanctuary, a Popular Destination for Corporate Outings, Youth Camps Offers Special Summer Promos
Celebrating its 1st year Anniversary, special promos and great deals await lucky recipients as you spend your hot summer months at Phillip's Sanctuary, a mountain-top resort located in Antipolo, Rizal. - April 24, 2010 - Phillip's Sanctuary
Planning Your World Cup Car Rental in South Africa
Leading car rental agency Drive South Africa offers suggestions for visitors who plan to be hiring a car during the World Cup in South Africa this year, to get them to the various soccer games and other attractions during their stay. - April 24, 2010 - Drive South Africa
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours Launches Epic Bike Ride from Hanoi to Phuket
Three countries, 3,000 kilometers, 39 days – this ultimate bike ride organized by SpiceRoads Cycle Tours from Hanoi to Phuket will traverse through the best of what Vietnam, Laos and Thailand have to offer. - April 24, 2010 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents - "Beethoven Extravaganza" at 4pm on Sunday April 25, 2010
The West Covina Symphony Orchestra presents a "Beethoven Extravaganza," the 3rd concert of the"Music of the Masters" Series of full orchestra concerts, Sunday April 25, 2010, 4pm in the Haugh Performing Arts Center of Citrus College in Glendora, CA. - April 23, 2010 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
GVI Begins Work with Rescued Street-Begging Elephants in Thailand
Build a new home for rescued elephants in Thailand and experience the “Land of the Free” with GVI, and make a difference by caring for your own elephant in the remote Surin Province of Eastern Thailand. - April 23, 2010 - Global Vision International (GVI)
All Inclusive Excursions Invites You to Relax at the Resort at Marina Village
All Inclusive Excursions welcomes you to enjoy beautiful Cape Coral Florida and the Resort at Marina Village. One of Florida's newest luxury resorts, the Resort at Marina Village offers stunning views and richly appointed suites to enjoy on a Florida Vacation. Take advantage of a membership to All... - April 23, 2010 - All Inclusive Excursions
Volcanic Eruption in Iceland – Carhiremarket.com Assists with Cancellations, New Bookings and Booking Changes
The eruption of the volcano in Iceland last week Thursday has not only caused enormous turmoil in the air traffic and travel industry, but also in the car rental business. Countless requests for rental cars as well as cancellations were the order of the day as almost all European flights were... - April 23, 2010 - Carhiremarket
The World’s Finest Clubs: Swissôtel Offers Access to the Most Exclusive Clubs in Berlin, Istanbul and Shanghai
Guests taking advantage of Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Finest Clubs Package can now gain admission to top clubs. The first hotels in the international hotel chain to offer this exclusive package are Swissôtel Berlin, Swissôtel The Bosphorus in Istanbul and Swissôtel Grand Shanghai; other hotels are to follow shortly. The package was created especially for guests who enjoy clubbing and who seek entertainment in the pulsing great cities of the world. - April 23, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts