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Holiday Inn Melaka the Second South East Asian Holiday Inn Hotel to Join the Hospitality Industry’s Largest Relaunch in History
Holiday Inn Melaka Features What Guests Want. - April 09, 2009 - Holiday Inn Melaka
From Spain to the Historic Melaka, Malaysia
In partnership with Mercedes Benz, Carmenz boutique, Malaysia Tatler and Lite FM, the newly refreshed Holiday Inn Melaka is proud to present CHULA International Fashion Show where participants can walk away with attractive prizes such as an all expense paid weekend Mercedes Benz drive, local and Overseas Hotel Accommodations, Complimentary Magazine Subscriptions, Food and Beverage Vouchers, attractive goodie bags and more. - April 09, 2009 - Holiday Inn Melaka
Lake Geneva Resort Gives Guests a Chance to Win Their Stay
Each guest who checks into The Cove of Lake Geneva is given the opportunity to spin the prize wheel. Every guest is a winner at The Cove. - April 09, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Choice Hotels Launches iPhone Application
First-Of-Its-Kind App Lets Travelers Browse and Book Choice Hotels Brands on iPhone. - April 09, 2009 - Choice Hotels International
Hoteliers Go Back to Basics During Economic Downturn
Great Hotels Organisation sees an increase in applications for membership during ITB. - April 08, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Eccentric Structures Turned Into Hostels Partner Up with HostelsClub
Uniquely designed buildings and structures that have converted into hostels now join HostelsClub to increase awareness to unconventional accommodations. - April 08, 2009 - HostelsClub
William P Main Joins HotelTravel.com as Director of Strategic Development
HotelTravel.com is rapidly growing its portfolio of hotels worldwide and William P Main is already playing a pivotal role in creating new business opportunities. - April 04, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
Easter Egg Hunt and Games at Mike Ditka Resorts Runaway Beach Club Resort
Mike Ditka, “Da Coach”, former NFL Coach of the 1985 Super Bowl champions, the Chicago Bears, is bringing some Easter excitement to you and your family April 12, 2009. Mike Ditka Resorts Runaway Beach Club Resort is inviting you to join them April 12th for an Easter egg hunt and games. - April 03, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Selects Market Metrix to Achieve Deeper Insights Into the Experience of Guests
To optimize the guest experience and improve loyalty and profitability, Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has chosen Market Metrix’s real-time satisfaction survey system. California based Market Metrix, LLC, is the leading provider of feedback and performance tools for the hospitality industry. - April 03, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Key West's Doubletree Grand Key Resort Awarded Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Doubletree Grand Key Resort has earned a 3 green Eco-Leaf rating this week by completing a 70 point comprehensive eco-audit survey administered by iStayGreen.org - the online social network of environmentally friendly travel. Doubletree Grand Key Resort becomes one of two lodging properties in Key... - April 02, 2009 - Doubletree Grand Key Resort
Swissôtel Named Best International Hotel Management Group of China at 4th China Hotel Starlight Award
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts walked away with no less than four awards at the 4th China Hotel Starlight Awards Presentation Ceremony, including Best International Hotel Management Group of China award. - April 01, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Enjoy a Traditional Croatian Easter in Dubrovnik
Spend an exciting Easter weekend in breathtaking Dubrovnik and enjoy in luxurious accommodation, daily breakfast, complimentary Easter lunch or dinner and a variety of Easter treats. - April 01, 2009 - adriatic luxury hotels
Berry Springs Lodge Goes "Back to Nature" in the Great Smoky Mountains Again in 2009
Berry Springs Lodge This Spring, Berry Springs Lodge is encouraging guests to choose their favorite way to save our environment. Guests are asked to bring any item, of their choice, that relates to nature when they visit Berry Springs Lodge. It could be a flower to plant, a small tree, or a bush. - March 30, 2009 - Berry Sprigns Lodge
Who's On-Board in 2009?
The Greenwich Harbor Yacht Showcase takes place this spring, May 10th and 11th, from 11 A.M. to 7 P.M. at the Delamar, a luxury waterfront hotel and private pier in the heart of Greenwich, CT. This unique, semi-annual event offers buyers and dreamers alike the chance to see what’s on offer from the world’s finest shipyards and luxury retailers. Exhibitors for 2009 include Aston Martin, Bentley, Chris Craft, Ferretti, Hinckley, plus many more. Admission is complimentary. - March 30, 2009 - DELAMAR Greenwich Harbor
Hilton Garden Inn in Anchorage Unveils a New Look
Stonebridge Companies completes multi-million dollar renovation. - March 29, 2009 - Stonebridge Companies
East Texas Resorts and Hotels Are Noticing a New “Daycation” Trend
The economy is driving local business to local resorts. - March 29, 2009 - Mill Creek Ranch Resort
Hotel Puente Romano Hosts Andalucia Tennis Experience
Hotel welcomes the world’s top tennis players. - March 29, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Lights Out! Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Celebrates Earth Hour
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Around the Globe Observe Environmental Awareness Event. Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket to stage an Energy Saving Cocktail and encourage guests to support Earth Hour. - March 28, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Navarre Beach Campground Receives Excellence Award
Trailer Life Directory has recognized Navarre Beach Campground, a Legacy Rv Resort, as being one of the top Rv Resorts in the United States. The campground is located on the Santa Rosa Sound in Navarre, Florida and has its own private beach for guests. - March 27, 2009 - Navarre Beach Campground
Joe Dumars’ Fieldhouse, Little Caesars Pizza Announce Roller Hockey League Partnership
The roller hockey program at Joe Dumars Fieldhouse will now be known as the Little Caesars Roller Hockey League at Joe Dumars’ Fieldhouse. - March 26, 2009 - Joe Dumars Fieldhouse
Travel the World
Trade to Travel Trade to Travel, a company that allows owners of worldwide vacation properties to use one another’s' homes the way that timeshare organizations allow their owners to visit other properties without the constraints involved in direct home exchange, announces its "Players... - March 26, 2009 - Trade to Travel
Apartments in Rome Spring Promotion by Rome Sweet Home™
After a hard and cold Winter season, enjoy the opportunity to take a holiday with Apartments in Rome Spring Promotion by Rome Sweet Home™ spending some days in Rome or a short city-break in Rome. Thanks to the discounted rates proposed by Rome Sweet Home those who desire to rent apartments... - March 25, 2009 - Rome Sweet Home
"Yours for an Hour" – a Very Special Service for Club Swiss Gold Elite Members at Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
From April, Elite members of Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts loyalty programme Club Swiss Gold can enjoy a very special service: During their stay at one of the international hotels belonging to the Swiss hotel chain, a range of exciting complimentary hour-long treats are available to guests, covering a wide spectrum of activities from creative to sporty. - March 25, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Caribbean Residence Clubs Announces Wyndham Grand Bay Waterford of Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Joins the Registry Collection Exchange Program
Caribbean Residence Clubs is pleased to announce that one of their listing resorts, Wyndham Grand Bay Waterford is now joining the Registry Collection. - March 25, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
The Medical Tourism Association Launches Medical Tourism Facilitator Certification Program
The Medical Tourism Association has launched “certification” to ensure the safety and overall positive results for patients traveling from one country to another. “Having the right processes and procedures in place to assist international patients has a direct correlation to... - March 25, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Sailing is Wise Investment in Health and Happiness
In these economic times, Offshore Sailing School is finding more and more people investing in their futures by learning to sail. Rather than spending hard earned cash on “stuff,” says founder Steve Colgate, the school’s customers are choosing sailing because it makes them feel... - March 25, 2009 - Offshore Sailing School
Indochina Sails Cruises Kicks Off "Last Minute Bookings Bonus" for Bookings Made Within 24 Hours of Departure in Halong Bay, Vietnam
Indochina Sails has complimentary upgrades for all bookings made within 24 hours of departure. Travelers will get free kayaking and upgrade to higher cabin category - March 25, 2009 - Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises in Halong Bay
Traveliggy.com Launches Its Smart Travel Solutions Website
Traveliggy.com is a new premier website offering price conscious leisure travel packages and cruises to domestic and international locations. - March 24, 2009 - Traveliggy
Indiana Student Wins the Casa Yallaha T-Shirt Design Contest
Casa Yallaha is happy to announce Felicia Pettigrew, a 20 year old Huntington University Student, from Huntington, Indiana as the winner of their T-Shirt Design Contest. - March 23, 2009 - Casa Yallaha, LLC
Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) Appoints Commercial Director Near East
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the appointment of Haitham Mattar as Commercial Director Near East. - March 21, 2009 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
New Rental Rates for Showcase Gulf Shores, Alabama Beach House Mean Spectacular Luxury at Serious Value
Sea Gate, one of the most luxurious, ocean front beach houses in Gulf Shores, Alabama has lowered its rates and is now one of the most value friendly luxury vacation beach house destinations in the United States. - March 20, 2009 - Beach House Gulf Shores
Convene in Style on the Turkish Aegean – the Grand Efes Convention Centre in Swissôtel Izmir
Business representatives can now convene in style at the Swissôtel Grand Efes, Izmir on the Turkish Aegean. The elegant hotel, a “Leading Hotel of the World,” celebrated its opening last year, and now the Grand Efes Convention Centre, within the hotel complex, has also opened for business. - March 20, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Expansive California Castle Vacation Estate Offers Unique Amenity Packages for the Well Traveled
California Castle, a 9,000 square foot 10 bedroom, 12 bathroom vacation rental estate and guest house, is located in the quiet hills above Palm Springs in the pristine surroundings of Yucca Valley. With the arrival of spring, California Castle is now offering travelers the choice of one of two complimentary upgrades, available at the time of booking and based on a three night minimum stay. - March 19, 2009 - California Castle
Great Hotels of the World and Special Hotels of the World Announce New Members in Portugal and Turkey
Great Hotels of the World and Special Hotels of the World are pleased to introduce two new member hotels to their portfolios. - March 19, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Mount Bachelor Village Resort in Bend, Oregon Contracts with New Catering Company
Bend, Oregon Conference Center will now use local TLC Catering for All Food & Beverage. - March 19, 2009 - Mount Bachelor Village Resort
A Grande Welcome for Victorious Randhawa
Jan Kirstein, General Manager of Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket was delighted to congratulate triumphant Jyoti Randhawa, his wife and family as they returned to Sheraton Grande Laguna to celebrate following his sensational win at the Singha Thailand Open. Indian star Randhawa enjoyed a comfortable... - March 14, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
MyrtleBeachHotels.com Hosts First Ever Online Twitter Beach Bash
A group of hotels and golf courses in Myrtle Beach are taking on Twitter in a cutting-edge way to share information about their resorts and courses, while allowing participants to have fun and win prizes. MyrtleBeachHotels.com will host the first ever Twitter Beach Bash on March 24, from 8:30-10... - March 14, 2009 - MyrtleBeachHotels.com
Philip Sanford Named President and Chief Operating Officer of Value Place LLC
Value Place, the Wichita-based economy extended stay lodging brand, is pleased to announce that Philip H. Sanford has joined the company as its new president and chief operating officer. Sanford comes to Value Place with nearly 30 years of experience beginning in the 1980s as an officer of a... - March 12, 2009 - Value Place
Top Tips to Improve Online Traffic and Bookings
In the current economic climate, it has never been more important to invest in online marketing. It may seem like an easy cut-back to make in the short-term, but doing so can have the potential to harm your business in the long-term. Many hoteliers are implementing online marketing strategies in... - March 12, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Dubrovnik Film Meeting – Enjoy a Magical and Glamorous Film Experience Filled with Remarkable Stylish Events
Dubrovnik Film Meeting, a distinctive film happening celebrating the art of film with a number of distinguished events, this year, for the fourth year in a row, will bring Hollywood glamour to the cultural scene of Dubrovnik, a jewel city of the Adriatic, a city proud of its thousand year old existence, stunning architecture and cultural events. - March 11, 2009 - adriatic luxury hotels
The Georgia Festivals and Events Association (GFEA) and Atlanta-Based company, Top US Events, Announce Their Partnership in Forming the GFEA Video Network
The Georgia Festivals and Events Association (GFEA) and Atlanta-based company, Top US Events, a subsidiary of R2R Media, Inc. announce their partnership in forming, the GFEA Video Network. Within this exciting concept are plans that will significantly impact special event marketing and promotion across the state of Georgia and the entire Southeast. - March 08, 2009 - Top US Events
Thai Holiday Package April 2009 (Easter and Thai New Year)
Andara Resort Residences - Celebrate or just relax with your family or friends at Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand. - March 07, 2009 - Andara Resort Residences
Diamond Wailea Resort & Spa Offering $199 Introductory Special
Introductory special valid March, April and May and includes the daily resort fee. - March 07, 2009 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Sailors Get Ready to Compete in the 2009 Bacardi Cup
The city of Miami Beach will host the 82nd annual Bacardi Cup Star Class Regatta from March 8th to March 13th. This prestigious regatta attracts thousands of sailing enthusiasts from around the world as they watch some of the world’s finest sailors compete for the honor and pride that comes... - March 07, 2009 - Marco Polo Beach Resort
Italian Residence Clubs Announces Gary Player Design to Bring First Golf Resort to Cortona Italy
Manzano Golf Resort, the first golf resort in the Tuscan village of Cortona, Italy, will cover over 200 acres and include an 18-hole championship golf course by Gary Player Design as well as a luxury full-service boutique hotel. - March 07, 2009 - Italian Residence Clubs
Holiday Home Listings Help Holiday Property Owners Create Extra Income Advertising Holiday Rental Property
Ever wondered how to cash in when money is tight and property is not selling? Holiday home or investment property won't sell? Living abroad and feeling the pinch? - March 06, 2009 - Holidayhomelistings ltd
Southeast Tourism Society Uses New Media to Promote Top Events: Leading Tourism Association Takes Event Promotion to New Levels with Streaming Video
As vacation season rapidly approaches, festival and event directors all over the southeast will seek cost efficient and highly effective ways to market their events. R2R Media has developed a user-friendly and affordable media player designed to complement any website and add a fresh new look to existing content. - March 06, 2009 - Top US Events
Island Lake Lodge and Powder Cowboy Catskiing in Great Shape After Huge Snowfall
A challenging snow year in Western Canada turned around this week with a massive 65 cm (over 2 foot) snowfall. Monday, February 23rd saw 20 cms of wet snowfall, which was perfect for filling in the terrain. - March 06, 2009 - Island Lake Resort Group
Luxe Shop Brings Luxury to Shopping
The premiere online luxury lifestyle and travel magazine has recently launched LuxeShop, the online haven for the finest designer wear, beauty products and fashion accessories. - March 06, 2009 - Just Luxe
Lane Street Inn Hosts Shelbyville Bridal Show on March 14th
Historic Lane Street Inn mansion located on 508 East Lane Street in Shelbyville, Tennessee will host the Shelbyville Bridal Show on March 14, 2009 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Colonial Greek Revival mansion is a unique venue in which vendors from all over southern middle Tennessee will be on hand... - March 05, 2009 - Lane Street Inn