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Local Man Wins Big on Sports Betting at Dover Downs
A Magnolia, Del., man picked the right teams to win on his two 10-team parlay tickets last weekend at the Race & Sports Book at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. This week he cashed in his $100 and $20 tickets with each paying 800 to 1 odds. After the final score, the very happy Kent Countian... - November 01, 2009 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy Becomes Russia’s Leading Hotel
Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy is proud to announce the receipt of the award of the World Travel Association (WTA), one of the world’s comprehensive travel trade polls. For the third year in a row the hotel was voted “Russia’s Leading Hotel” and the trophy was accepted by Jan Chovanec, General Manager and Tamara Afonina, PR & Communications Manager. - October 31, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
New Event Venue in Subic Philippines - Yats Leisure's Clearwater Resort
Yats Leisure opens Clearwater Resort in Angeles Clark Philippines – an American suburban lifestyle of leisure and laid-back quality living, with venues for events, wedding reception, company outings and team building. - October 30, 2009 - Yats Leisure
Loong Yuen Chinese Restaurant
The Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen’s Loong Yuen Chinese Restaurant has gone through brand new renovations and stands ready to warmly welcome guests in during its grand opening. - October 29, 2009 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts to Open Its First Hotel in the Middle East: Swissôtel Makkah in Saudi Arabia
Construction is under way on Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in the Middle East: Swissôtel Makkah in Saudi Arabia. The international hotel chain expects the hotel to open in January 2011. - October 29, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Halloween in Carvoeiro, Algarve
An American tradition to be enjoyed around the world. - October 29, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Travel Halong Bay Vietnam on Christmas and New Year Eve 2009
Bhaya Cruises, the premier cruise operator in Halong Bay Vietnam, has offered special cruises in Halong Bay on the Christmas and New year Eve 2009. Mr. Allan Tuppil, General Director of Bhaya Cruises said “Our exceptional cruises on Christmas and New Year Eve are sure to offer fantastic and... - October 28, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur Partners with illycaffè to Provide Guests the Ultimate Coffee Experience
Bar Captain, Shane Joshua Sta Maria emerged as 3rd runners up in Le Méridien’s “Taste of Discovery” Global Coffee Challenge - October 28, 2009 - Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
Radisson LAX Hotel Celebrates “Green” Hotels Association® Membership with a Green Halloween
A recycled-materials only Jack-O-Lantern contest, organic candy, and organic food and beverage options are featured as the Radisson celebrates a Green Halloween. - October 28, 2009 - Radisson Hotel at Los Angeles Airport
Castaway Resort-Koh Lipe Thailand’s Newest Up and Coming Destinations
Short introduction to one of Thailand’s newest up and coming destinations, an island called Koh Lipe that is situated nearly as far south on the Andaman coast as one can go without leaving Thailand. - October 27, 2009 - Castaway resorts
Rome Apartments by Rome Sweet Home Launches the New Domain .com
Rome Apartments by Rome Sweet Home launches, starting from today , the new website http://www.romesweethome.com . Rome Sweet Home is a company that manages more than 1500 apartments in Rome divided in luxury apartments, holiday apartments , last minute apartments and family apartments. Rome Sweet... - October 26, 2009 - Rome Sweet Home
HostelsClub.com Gives the US Dollar Its Value Back: US$1 = 1€
HostelsClub takes proactive measures to help travelers during the global economic crisis. - October 25, 2009 - HostelsClub
Opening of Riad Al Ksar & Spa Guesthouse in Marrakesh Medina Morocco
Riad Al Ksar & Spa in Marrakesh: Exotic chic riad guesthouse, with a unique charm, in the heart of the medina. Al Ksar Riad & Spa guesthouse boutique hotel features a restaurant, a panoramic terrace, a spa. Riad Al Ksar offers numerous packages where luxury becomes affordable. - October 23, 2009 - Riad Al Ksar & Spa Marrakesh
Inn-Credible Getaways
Select Registry Gift Certificates Promise Romantic Escapes - October 23, 2009 - Select Registry
Eldora Mountain Resort 2009-2010 Season Pass Sale
The snow is falling at Eldora and the 2009-2010 season starts in less than a month. Your last chance to renew or to purchase a 09-10 Eldora Season Pass at the early price is this Sunday, October 25th, 2009. For all the details and to purchase go to www.eldora.com/tickets.season.html - October 23, 2009 - Eldora Mountain Resort
Grand Cayman’s Department of Tourism Licenses a New, Luxury Vacation Villa
A new vacation villa has been licensed in Grand Cayman. Caymanease passed all of the inspections required by the Department of Tourism in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands and is now permitted to rent to tourists seeking luxurious lodging in the North Side of Grand Cayman. The villa is an oceanfront property with a pool, kayaks and all of the amenities required to make this villa a 5 star accommodation. - October 22, 2009 - Caymanease, Ltd.
US Health Insurance Companies/ Reinsurers Embrace Medical Tourism
Many of the leading US health insurance companies, employers, agents, and reinsurers are attending the upcoming world medical tourism and global health congress, October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. "Swiss Re appreciates the value of providing employers with the medical travel option to... - October 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Is That Room for Rent Really Available?
Tenants are often fustrated that properties advertised for rent on line turn out not to be available. Now PADZ.com provides an online availability checking system to allow the exact availability to be confirmed. - October 22, 2009 - Padz Limited
Conventions and Visitors Bureau to Attend at Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Medical Tourism represents a huge opportunity for conventions and visitors bureau around the world to attract business and opportunities to their city. “The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is delighted to be attending the World Medical Tourism Conference for the first time. As... - October 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Bhaya Cruises Offers 2 Days Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay with One Night Free at Intercontinental Hanoi Westlake
Bhaya Cruises offers one night stay for free of charge at Intercontinental Hanoi Westlake hotel when they book 2 days luxury cruise in Halong Bay aboard Bhaya Classic vessels. - October 22, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Leading United Kingdom (UK) Consultants to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Some of the Leading United Kingdom (UK) consultants to attend Medical Tourism conference in Los Angeles, the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. “If you only attend one medical tourism event a year this is the one to attend,” said... - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Israel and Jordan Medical Tourism Debut in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009 for the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress
Israel and Jordan Medical Tourism Debut in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009 for the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress. - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Presents '500 Wild Weekends'
The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas (www.RioLVSocial.com) connects Facebook fans and Twitter followers in one place. The growth of Rio’s social community on Twitter awards up to 500 followers with a Vegas vacation. Follow @riovegas to win. - October 21, 2009 - Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
HotelTravel.com Takes Chequered Flag for Final Formula One 2009 Race in Abu Dhabi
Attention all Formula One fanatics: The Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is the last chance to get a F1 fix in 2009. Formula One motor racing is all about speed, power, noise, money and glamour. So HotelTravel.com is pushing its pedal to the metal by offering brilliant value-for-money hotel deals in the United Arab Emirates . . . - October 21, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
World’s Leading Travel Assistance Companies Participate in Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Some of the world’s leading travel assistance companies and air ambulance organizations are participating in the upcoming Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles. Travel assistance and air ambulance companies play a critical role in the delivery of cross border healthcare. “Europ... - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hob Knob Eco Boutique Hotel Announces Winter Wellness Packages
The Hob Knob eco boutique hotel announces winter weekend getaway packages featuring accommodations, healthy cooking classes, hiking and yoga. - October 20, 2009 - Hob Knob
Exclusive Opportunity to 'Own Your Own Resort' in Wailea, Maui for $25k Per Day
Hotel Wailea Maui offers 72 suites for complete 'buyout' of the resort for a day or longer. - October 20, 2009 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Lawn Tennis Court Opens at Yats Leisure's Clearwater Resort & Country Club
Lawn tennis is not easy to find in Asia but Yats Leisure's Clearwater Resort & Country Club just renovated its tennis garden to include a lawn tennis court. - October 19, 2009 - Yats Leisure
New Hotel in Clark Philippines Offer Facilities Suited to Family Vacation - Yats Clearwater Resort & Country Club
Yats Leisure's Clearwater Resort in Clark Philippines offers full-board packages valid until the end of the year, including a sumptuous dinner at the fine dining Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar. - October 18, 2009 - Yats Leisure
Doubletree Grand Key Resort Completes AH&LA Challenge for Hotels - Hoteliers Use Association Guidelines to Benchmark Eco-Friendly Operations and ROI
Doubletree Grand Key Resort has successfully completed the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Green Guidelines Challenge, in which more than 200 hotels across the country tracked and, in many cases, improved their green business operations via AH&LA’s 11 Minimum Green... - October 18, 2009 - Doubletree Grand Key Resort
New Jersey Hotel Offers Free Stay and Party for Anyone Out of Work
Jersey Shore hotel offering free stay to unemployed. - October 17, 2009 - Blue Bay Inn
Provider Organizations to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Provider Organizations to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles - October 17, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Middle East to Participate at MTA Medical Tourism Conference in LA
The top governments and hospitals from the Middle East are to participate in the Medical Tourism Association’s annual convention in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009, World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, www.medicaltourismcongress.com. - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Journalists and Media Converge on MTA Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
“I have had the opportunity to live and work in Mexico, Central America and Italy. I became a strong proponent of medical tourism after experiencing first-hand the quality, affordable medical care available outside the United States. Recently, I underwent a series of cosmetic procedures at... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Leading Marketing Executives Head to Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Leading Marketing and Branding Executives are heading to the Medical Tourism Convention October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. Branding and Marketing are key components for all countries or hospitals strategic planning in attracting global patients. “I’m really looking forward to the... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
World’s First Medical Tourism Documentary to be Shown in Los Angeles at Medical Tourism Conference
The Medical Tourism Association has spent a year producing a documentary on Medical Tourism called, “Angels Overseas ~ Costa Rica Edition.” The documentary provides insight into the high quality of healthcare that Americans and traveling patients worldwide can receive when they travel... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Travelers Reveal Increasing Interest in Family Reunion Vacations
Among Them, More Than Two Million Choose Vacation Homes for Past Overnight Trips. - October 15, 2009 - Vacation Rental Managers Association
Yats Leisure Opens New Venue Designed for Pre-Nuptial Photo Shoot
Prenuptial venue for romantic photo shoot iin Philippines at Clearwater Resort & Country Club now ready for booking. - October 15, 2009 - Yats Leisure
Bhaya Cruises Will Feature Its Distinctive Cruise Tours and Services in Halong Bay Vietnam at ITB & WTM 2009
Bhaya Cruises, the premier cruise operator in Halong Bay Vietnam (www.bhayacruises.com), will be attending the Trade Show for Asian Travel Market (ITB Asia) from 21-23 October at Suntec, Singapore and the World Travel Market (WTM), which will be held from 9-12 November 2009 in London, England. At... - October 15, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Pampered Pets Getaway Package at Swissôtel Chicago
Guests travelling with pets may from now on offer their little friends a very important pet getaway at the Swissôtel Chicago: This memorable package, the Pampered Pets Getaway, spoils dogs in a true Swiss style with everything a dog would want to enjoy. - October 15, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Renee-Marie Stephano, President and Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of the Medical Tourism Association, Speak at the The Simposio Nacional Exportacion de Servicios de Salud
Renee-Marie Stephano, President and Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of the Medical Tourism Association, Speak at the The Simposio Nacional – Exportacion de Servicios de Salud held at the Plaza Mayor Convenciones, in Medellin, Colombia, October 6th – October 7th 2009. The Simposio Nacional... - October 15, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Cayman Islands to Participate in Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles, Oct 26-28th, 2009
The Minister of Health for the Cayman Islands, The Honorable Mark Scotland, and the Honorable W. McKeeva Bush, Minister of Financial Services, Tourism and Development, Cayman Islands will be participating at the upcoming World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, on behalf of the Cayman... - October 14, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
evolution Revolutionises CRS Technology with Launch of Multi-Channel Distribution System
evolution (http://www.evolutiondistribution.com), a brand new reservation technology company that brings together a range of e-commerce products and services will launch at ITB Asia and World Travel Market 2009. The new technology will enable hoteliers to effectively manage and exploit the... - October 14, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Le Meridien Phuket Appoints Robert Wittebrood as Assistant Food + Beverage Manager
Multi-award-winning Resort in Phuket, Thailand appoints 29 year-old, Dutch national, Robert Wittebrood as Assistant Food + Beverage Manager. - October 14, 2009 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Advertising a Room for Rent
Need to advertise a room for rent? PADZ.com can now provide all the features that landlords are looking for and best of all it's currently free. - October 13, 2009 - Padz Limited
Vita Vie Retreat - Thalasso-Fit(TM) is Key to Weight Loss, Better Health & a Better Mind
Vita Vie Retreat utilizes the Thalassotherapy philosophy in combination with a unique blend of functional and dynamic full body training to enhance weight loss, relieve painful and tired joints and aid in rehabilitation of past injuries. - October 10, 2009 - Vita Vie Retreat
No Tricks... Just Treats at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay This Halloween
The Hyatt Regency Mission Bay offers festive Halloween activities for the entire family. - October 10, 2009 - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Paris Perfect for that Perfect Special Occasion
Paris Perfect vacation rentals offer new Special Occasion Vacation Packages - October 09, 2009 - Paris Perfect Vacation Rentals
WSOP Academy Presents the First Ever November Nine Academy as Part of Poker's Most Prestigious Final Table Weekend
Learn poker from the best in the game, including former world champions, Phil Hellmuth and Greg Raymer, while experiencing the World Series of Poker Main Event as a VIP. - October 09, 2009 - World Series of Poker Academy
Adventure Vacation Experts, Trusted Adventures, Launches New Site
Looking to help travelers find respected travel sources and award winning, trustworthy adventure travel vacations, Trusted Adventures is delivering a new website and Twitter feed on their way to becoming the leader in adventure vacation searches. “As you visit the new site you will explore... - October 09, 2009 - Trusted Adventures