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Sheraton Grande Laguna Welcomes Top Travel Consultants in Mega Thailand Trip
Sheraton Grande Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort, Phuket provided a warm welcome to top sellers from The Hayes & Jarvis and Thomson Worldwide on Monday 8th June 2009 - June 20, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Nikko Hotels Summer Deals Offer Affordable Escape
To help ease summer travelers through the recession, Nikko Hotels announces summer packages at five locations: Tokyo, Hong Kong, Bali, San Francisco and Fujairah. Guests can vacation at these destinations in luxury accommodations, without digging too deeply into their pockets. Below are the... - June 19, 2009 - JAL Hotels Co., Ltd.
On Site Suites & World of Outlaws Introduce: The “Short Track Country Club”
Don’t load up your golf clubs or throw on your swimsuit just yet, but be prepared to experience World of Outlaws dirt track races like never before. The World of Outlaws is a nationwide dirt track racing tour featuring cars owned by NASCAR stars Kasey Kahne and Tony Stewart among others. The Short Track Country Club will bring a hospitality model never before seen at the local level of motorsports. - June 19, 2009 - On Site Suites
Legacy Hotels and Resorts Announces Further Hotels to Its Chain
An expanding UK chain has added two further hotels to its portfolio. Legacy Hotels and Resorts has announced it is to operate and manage The Legacy Royal Hotel Cardiff in Cardiff and The Wyck Hill House Hotel and Spa in Gloucestershire. The group now has 11 hotels within its control across the UK... - June 18, 2009 - Legacy Hotels
Cebu Eco-Centre Inc. Announces Its Plans to Build Southeast Asia’s First Eco-Centre
Cebu Eco-Centre Inc (CEC) today announced its plans to build Southeast Asia’s first eco-centre on Olango Island, Cebu, Philippines. CEC will be building a 50-room, 100-bed facility along with classrooms, a scuba diving center, electronic library, observation tower, restaurant-bar, mangrove... - June 17, 2009 - Cebu Eco-Centre
Fourth of July Retail Trunk Shows at Santa Barbara’s Bacara Resort & Spa
There’s no need to venture off-property for one’s high-end apparel and accessory needs at the Bacara Resort & Spa. “Sea, sun and shopping. Guests are delighted to discover premium shopping in a resort at Bacara,” says Vice President of Retail Wendy Easterday. “Over... - June 17, 2009 - Bacara Resort & Spa
MedicalTourismCity.Com – the First Social Network for Medical Tourism
The Medical Tourism Association has launched the first social network in medical tourism called medical tourism city. The medical tourism social network is “your global healthcare community” and will allow thousands of people involved in global healthcare, medical tourism, medical... - June 17, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Association to Exhibit at Largest US Employer Health Conference
In a few weeks the Medical Tourism Association will be exhibiting at largest US employer health conference as part of the MTA’s mission to educate employers on the benefits of medical tourism and it’s mission to promote it’s members. The Medical Tourism Association will be... - June 17, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Five-Star Resort The Broadmoor Supports Consumers Demand for Non-Linear Vacations
Data shows long vacations are out; historic summer-long deal perfect for short escapes - June 16, 2009 - The Broadmoor
Summertime Apartments in Rome by Rome Sweet Home
Apartments Rome by Rome Sweet Home will make feel and live the city just like an authentic Roman. - June 16, 2009 - Rome Sweet Home
Black Diamond Hospitality Unveils 'Hotel Wailea Maui'
New name and new plan for Diamond Wailea Resort & Spa. - June 16, 2009 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Live Music, Mountain Venue, Historic Rails on Tap for Sudsy Summer Fun
Annual brewfest a favorite with micro-brew lovers and train fans. - June 14, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
HotelTravel.com Tees up Hotel Deals for US Open at Bethpage Black New York
HotelTravel.com is going tee to green for this year’s US Open at Bethpage Black State Golf Club, with superb hotel deals in the ‘Big Apple’. Get ready to track Tiger Woods as he goes for his second straight US Open win and a record tying fourth title after his recent come from behind victory at the Memorial Tournament. - June 14, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
Venice Gondola Agency Teams Up with HostelsClub Online Travel Agency
Discounted Gondola tour price due to economic crisis and how HostelsClub.com, an international booking site, wants to make that luxury affordable for budget travelers. - June 14, 2009 - HostelsClub
Meeting & Incentive Forums Thrive Despite Recession
Growth of pre-scheduled meeting events highlights importance of meeting clients in a recession - June 13, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Foots the Bill for the Other Best Job in the World
Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s new general manager, Michael Shah, says he has the best job in the world, in the world’s leading boutique island resort, in the world’s first recession free country, the Cook Islands. “I don’t know what all the fuss is about in... - June 10, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Meetings at Its Best: New Convention Centre at Swissôtel Chicago
Renowned for its architecture and location, the AAA Four-Diamond Swissôtel Chicago has opened it’s new meeting and convention centre. $47 million were invested into this expansion plan comprised of over 38’000 square feet of function space including a state-of-the-art 14’000 square feet ballroom. - June 10, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
HostelsClub.com and Agenzie 365 Collaborate at Italian Train Stations
International booking site for budget lodging, HostelsClub.com, is now physically present at four main Italian train stations-Venice, Rome, Florence, and Milan. Agenzie 365, a travel agency, has kiosks, where agents will quickly help clients book last minute hostel-priced accommodations for their next European destination or on the same day of their arrival. - June 08, 2009 - HostelsClub
Pet-Friendly Hotel Directory Implements Fundraising Program for Non-Profit Animal Shelters and Humane Societies for Half of Proceeds
HotelsAllowingPets.com (HAP) has developed a fundraising program to add hotels to their pet-friendly directory. HAP is seeking the help of non-profit animal shelters and humane societies and will donate half of the proceeds. - June 08, 2009 - HotelsAllowingPets.com
A True "Legend" at the Helm of Swissôtel Sydney
Pierre U. Stacher, General Manager of Swissôtel Sydney, has been honoured with the prestigious Australian ‘National Tourism Legend’ award at the 2009 Tourism Training Australia National Conference. The awards, hosted by Tourism Training Australia, were presented at a lavish gala dinner. - June 07, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Kaaxan's New Website Makes Booking a Vacation Rental as Easy as Booking a Plane Ticket Online
Now booking in Playa del Carmen and the Yucatan Gulf coast can be done in 3 clicks, enjoy booking vacation without hassle. - June 06, 2009 - Kaaxan
The Medical Tourism Association's World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress™ Announces a New Topic for It’s 2009 Agenda – October 26-28th 2009
International Clinical Trials and Research and Development (R&D) As the world globalizes many international clinical trials and R&D projects are now being done throughout the world. What do these international opportunities mean for pharmaceutical companies, medical companies, governments,... - June 06, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Keystone Retreat Now Accepting Bookings for Summer Season
For the discriminating executive - Keystone Retreat is the premier vacation address in the Rocky Mountains. 4900 Square Feet of private luxury accommodations 2 blocks from the Gondola and River Run Village. - June 06, 2009 - Keystone Retreat
Great Hotels Organisation Launches Summer Promotion
Travellers enjoy savings, last-minute offers and competitions - June 06, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Medical Tourism Association's Medical Tourism Magazine Announces Issue 10 Special Issue: What Patients Are Saying About You
The Medical Tourism Association is pleased to share their newly released Issue 10 Special Issue: What Patients Are Saying About You with you. Please go to the Medical Tourism Magazine website to view. Scroll down to Issue 10 Special Issue: What Patients Are Saying About You. Highlights from this... - June 05, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Family Holidays at Affordable Prices….. Monte Santo Has Prepared a Special "Kids On Us" Offer for the Month of June
Monte Santo has prepared a special “Kids On Us” offer that allows guests to enjoy peaceful family holidays within a spectacular resort on the hilltops of Carvoeiro for as little as €69 per person per night in half board. - June 05, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Swissôtel Göcek Marina & Resort Opens for the Summer Season
After a six-month winter break, Swissôtel Göcek Marina & Resort has opened its doors again for the summer 2009 season. The picturesque fishing village of Göcek, located right on the Turkish Mediterranean coast, has long been recommended by those in the know as a perfect place to spend an undisturbed holiday away from the masses. - June 04, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Economic Problems a Boom for Boutique Hotel Management
Astudo Hotel & Resort Group discovers that the economic problems worldwide are proving to be a boom for hotel management services in the hospitality industry. - June 04, 2009 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Texas Resort Becomes First to Launch New Social Station
The Woodlands Resort's new Social Station allows guests to stay socially connected to Facebook and Twitter while traveling. - June 03, 2009 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
EX2tremely Good Jazz at X2 Resort Samui
X2 Resorts Thailand proudly presents exclusive performances by Josee Koning, one of Holland’s most famed Jazz vocalists, at their stunning X2 resort on the tropical island of Koh Samui. - June 01, 2009 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Aqua Hotels Offering "99 Days of Summer" for $99 or Less in Waikiki
For a limited time, Aqua Hotels & Resorts is offering a "99 Days of Summer" promotion in Waikiki where rates are $99 or less per night. - May 31, 2009 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Creta Maris & Terra Maris Convention & Golf Resort: New Look of the Personnel with Uniforms by Makis Tselios
The general revitalization that takes place under the significant three-year renovation of Creta Maris Convention & Golf Resort, in Hersonissos, Crete, goes to the appearance of the personnel as well, with the new impressive uniforms. - May 31, 2009 - Maris Hotels
Winemaker Dinner Featuring Santa Maria's Ambullneo Vineyard at Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara
Wine, dine and enjoy an exquisite five-course winemaker dinner in Miró, Bacara’s signature restaurant, on Friday, June 5, 2009. The Trans-American evening features wines from Santa Maria’s acclaimed Ambullneo Vineyards and cuisine from celebrated New York Chef Ed Brown. - May 30, 2009 - Bacara Resort & Spa
Great Hotels Organisation Launches Hotel Loyalty Programme
Points-based frequent guest programme allows independent hotels to compete with mega brands. - May 30, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Creta Maris & Terra Maris Convention & Golf Resort Investing in People
In the context of continuous training and retraining of manpower, Creta Maris & Terra Maris Convention & Golf Resort, from the beginning of this year's season, already held a series of educational seminars for all personnel of the resorts and the Convention Centre. - May 30, 2009 - Maris Hotels
FAM "Familiarization" Trip to Jordan Announced
The Medical Tourism Association has announced a FAM “Familiarization” trip to Jordan on July 14th-17th 2009. The goal of the trip is an introduction to the high quality of healthcare in Jordan, as Jordan is known as having some of the highest quality healthcare in the region, and some... - May 29, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Ricoh Arena Freezes Main Tariff Prices
The Ricoh Arena in Coventry is believed to be among only a handful of venues in the UK to have frozen its main tariff prices for 2009/10. The £113 million venue near junction three of the M6 has opted to maintain the same prices for its electrical, mechanical services and logistics for its... - May 28, 2009 - Ricoh Arena
Bonaire is Pleased to Announce Insel Air Introduces Non-Stop Flights from Miami to Bonaire
The Tourism Corporation Bonaire today announces that Insel Air will be commencing a new weekly non-stop flight from Miami, Florida to Bonaire effective July 4, 2009. The flight will operate weekly on Saturdays throughout the year. - May 27, 2009 - BONHATA
HotelTravel.com’s Summer Deals Sweep Across Asia
As summer sweeps across Asia, HotelTravel.com has pulled out all the stops to offer consumers some spectacular discount deals. Whether you are heading to Thailand or Malaysia on holiday or doing business in Hong Kong, Bangkok or Singapore, our superb hotel rates are bringing summer to a boil across the region. - May 27, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
At Ease Retreat - Get Fit With the Lighter Side of Boot Camp
Vita Vie Retreat, formerly known as Bella Vita Retreat, introduces a whole new perspective on their weight loss boot camp with their all new “AT Ease Retreat.” This new retreat follows the boot camp theme but lightens up the intensity for people interested in body shaping and toning, relaxation, spa, meditation and stress reduction techniques. - May 25, 2009 - Vita Vie Retreat
Lake Geneva Resort is Voted the Best
The Cove is proud to receive such an honor. - May 24, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Joins the Social Media Universe
The world of social media marketing has become a fundamental tool for many businesses. For IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts and its luxurious Algarve properties- As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa, in Vilamoura and Monte Santo, in Carvoeiro- this is an opportunity to keep their followers updated while rewarding its guests, employees and numerous other fans with complimentary weekends. - May 24, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
International Environmental Distinction - Creta Maris Convention & Golf Resort
Creta Maris Convention & Golf Resort in Hersonissos, Crete, is once again one of the 100 hotels worldwide, winning a distinction from the leading travel agency TUI for its environmental policy. - May 24, 2009 - Maris Hotels
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Welcome International Djs
After receiving the world renowned Dj Tiesto, it was time to pamper the 2ManyDjs within the luxurious As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa. Both stays resulted from the IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts sponsorship of the University of the Algarve´s academic celebrations this past week. - May 23, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Renaissance Melaka Hotel Associates Scour Streets of Malacca for Recyclable Items
A recent recycling campaign by Renaissance Melaka Hotel proved successful when it managed to collect more than a ton of recyclable items from shops in the heart of the city in less than a day. The campaign was jointly organised with the hotel’s Sports Club, Caring Club and ECHO and was part... - May 23, 2009 - Renaissance Melaka Hotel
Full Steam Ahead. Colorado’s Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Ready to Roll.
Diverse Rides, Exciting Events, Incredible Offers All Part of 2009 Season. - May 20, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Low Prices of Yesteryear Found Today on the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Train’s Opening Weekend Ticket Price Perfect for Cost-Saving Staycation. - May 20, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Last Hospitality Tickets Remain for Take That
Only 180 hospitality tickets remain for Take That’s summer concerts at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry. All the standing and seated tickets have been sold for the band’s shows on Monday, June 8, Tuesday, June 9 and Wednesday, June 10 in the stadium bowl at the multi-purpose... - May 20, 2009 - Ricoh Arena
The World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress™ Announces It’s 2009 Pre Conference Workshops and Agenda
The Medical Tourism Association's annual conference, the World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress™ announces it’s 2009 Pre Conference Workshops and Agenda! The congress will be held in Los Angeles California, October 26th through October 28th. Given the challenges that most... - May 18, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
The World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress™ Announces It’s 2009 Speakers
The World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress™ announces it’s 2009 Speakers. The congress will be held in Los Angeles California, October 26th through October 28th. Given the challenges that most companies and industries are facing this year with the economic crisis, Medical... - May 18, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™