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Carol-Garza-Thompson of Seabrook – based Compass Rose Cruise Planners today announced a partnership with International Conferences. - February 07, 2009 - Compass Rose Cruise Planners
Holiday Inn Pigeon Forge Completes $7 Million Renovation and Conference Center Addition
Management of the Holiday Inn Pigeon Forge today announced the completion of the hotel’s complete renovation and conference center addition. “We are pleased to announce that the renovations to our 206-room hotel and the addition of our new conference center were completed on... - February 05, 2009 - Holiday Inn Pigeon Forge
Plain Sailing - Halong Bay, Vietnam
With 10 years’ experience hosting international travellers on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has set a new standard for luxury cruising. - February 04, 2009 - Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises in Halong Bay
Ski, Stay & Soak Free in Steamboat
Book Ski, Stay & Soak Free Package by March 2nd to Save a Boat Load. Steamboat Records Consecutive 100-Inch Champagne Powder Snow Months. - February 04, 2009 - Steamboat
Great Hotels Organisation Predicts GDS Trends During the Economic Slowdown
According to research carried out by Great Hotels Organisation (http://www.ghorg.com), a global hotel sales and marketing company, the first half of 2008 saw healthy growth for Global Distribution Systems (GDS) room nights and average daily rate (ADR). However, since June, room nights have fallen and, since October, ADR has also fallen. This downward trend is set to continue into 2009. - January 31, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
One Flat Rate for a Week of Fun at Paradise Ranch - an All-Inclusive Western Experience
Put away the wallet upon arrival at Paradise Ranch because it won’t be needed for a full seven days. At this western wilderness retreat in the Big Horn Mountains of northern Wyoming, all activities, meals and lodging are included in one flat fee. This makes for an affordable, carefree vacation filled with wholesome fun, good food, and comfortable accommodations. - January 31, 2009 - Paradise Ranch
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Kicks Off 2009 with More Top Awards
Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been chosen as a Best Luxury Hotel in the World & Best Luxury Hotel in the South Pacific by TripAdvisor® in its 2009 Travelers’ Choice awards. Now in its seventh year, the TripAdvisors Travelers’ Choice awards honour the world’s best hotels,... - January 30, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Family Owned Ashmore Palms Holiday Village on Australia's Gold Coast Wins a Top-10 Place in 3 Categories of the 2009 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards
Ashmore Palms Holiday Village, a family owned and operated holiday village on Australia's Gold Coast, has been awarded 3 awards in TripAdvisor's Traveller's Choice Awards - in the Best for Families, Hidden Gems and Best Bargain Categories. Only a handful of Australian accommodation properties were awarded in the Awards and Ashmore Palms was the only Gold Coast contingent. - January 30, 2009 - Ashmore Palms Holiday Village
Medical Tourism Association Announces New Video for Monterrey Conference
Non-profits Medical Tourism Association and Monterrey Health Care have partnered together to create the 1st Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress, which occurs April 27-29th, 2009 in Monterrey, Mexico at the Intercontinental Presidente. Monterrey is known as one of the top... - January 30, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Compass Rose Cruise Planners Announces New Disney Specialist
Carol Garza-Thompson joins an elite group of travel industry professionals who have attained a special knowledge of the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and Disney Cruise Line. - January 30, 2009 - Compass Rose Cruise Planners
MTA Signs Agreement with UAE Ministry of Health
The UAE Ministry of Health and the Florida-based Medical Tourism Association (MTA) signed today an agreement for cooperation in the related field. The agreement mandates MTA's activities in the UAE, as it will promote the interests of the healthcare providers and medical tourism facilitators in... - January 30, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Caribbean Residence Clubs Announces Wyndham Hotel Group Opening Ramada Resort in Grand Cayman
Wyndham Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel companies, today announced its entrance into the Cayman Islands with the opening of the 170-room Ramada Grand Caymanian Beach Club and Resort on Grand Cayman island. - January 30, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
Caribbean Residence Clubs Announce Wyndham Hotel Group Has First Two Resorts in Cayman Islands
Wyndham Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel companies, today announced its entrance into the Cayman Islands with the addition of two resorts on Grand Cayman island: The 130-room Wyndham Grand Bay Waterford – Cayman Islands and the 170-room Ramada Grand Caymanian Beach Club and Resort. - January 30, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
Championing Switzerland: Partnership Between Hublot and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts’ latest collaboration has the concept of Swissness at its very heart. Just in time for the watch trade show in Geneva, the international hotel chain signed a partnership agreement with the Swiss watchmaker Hublot at an elegant dinner at the Swissôtel Métropole in Geneva. - January 28, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Red Bluff's Lamplighter Lodge Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Lamplighter Lodge 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. Lamplighter Lodge becomes one of 1st lodging properties in Red Bluff, CA to... - January 26, 2009 - Lamplighter Lodge
HarborPlace Country Fair Entertains All Ages
The beautiful grounds of HarborPlace were transformed into a Country Fair on Saturday, January 17. The fair, held from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, was enjoyed by all ages, from newborn visitors to the centenarian residents. For just a $2.00 donation, visitors were able to play a variety of games,... - January 26, 2009 - HarborPlace at Port St Lucie
Valentine’s Day Dine Under the Stars at Puccini Restaurant, Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Celebrate this special evening with the one you love at Phuket’s finest Italian restaurant, Puccini. Enjoy an extravagant 5 course set dinner menu in a stunning poolside setting under a canopy of stars. Love at Puccini 14th February 2009 from 6pm Exclusive Valentine’s dinner... - January 22, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Will be Present at the Holiday World Show in Dublin
In collaboration with the Hilton Grand Vacation Club the IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts will be presenting their resorts to the Irish market. - January 21, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
The Medical Tourism Association Announces the Release of Videos Interviews from the Medical Tourism Association’s Annual Conference
The Medical Tourism Association announces another release of interview videos with new topics from the interviews at the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress. Five new video interviews launched this week on the Medical Tourism... - January 19, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
London Luxury Stay and Spa – Limited Time Offer Rates – 5 Star Hotel Deal starting from 140 GBP
January Sales are not limited to High Street anymore. The Landmark London Hotel offers their spacious and elegant guestrooms at a private sale price starting at 140 GBP. The Private Sale Hotel Rate is complemented by Landmark Spa Sale – 20% off all spa treatments. - January 18, 2009 - Landmark London Hotel
Caribbean Residence Clubs Adds Los Altos to Registry Collection
Caribbean Residence Clubs is very proud to announce that The Los Altos units in their portfolio are now part of The Registry Collection. - January 14, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
Caribbean Residence Clubs Announces New Owner Benefits
Caribbean Residence Clubs announces new owner benefits – 2 Free hours of Private Jet travel to all new members from January to May of 2009. - January 14, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
The Top Villa Rentals of 2008
Luxury Retreats, the leader in luxury villa rentals worldwide, just released its list of top properties for 2008. Topping the list was a four-bedroom property in the Turks and Caicos, plus the multi-million dollar homes of Maui. Villa rentals are becoming even more popular in the travel industry as people search for value, even in the luxury sector. - January 14, 2009 - Luxury Retreats
Tourdust Launch: Bringing Inspiration to Authentic Travel
Tuesday 13th January, Tourdust, an online community marketplace for authentic travel experiences from passionate local operators, has launched in beta. - January 14, 2009 - Tourdust
Nantucket’s Century House Wins "Best of City" Oldest Continuously Operating Guesthouse on Nantucket Island Ma Receives International Recognition by the Inter
The oldest continuously operating guesthouse on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts joined several prestigious hotels & inns in receiving international recognition. International Restaurant & Hotel Award for Best of City was awarded to Century House this week. - January 12, 2009 - Century House
Ingenious Amenities Await at Sta. Elena (Fun Farms and Guest Houses That Caters to Everyone)
Sta.Elena offer residential real estate properties that define sanctuary, peace, and serenity. - January 11, 2009 - Sta.Elena
PuertoPlata.com Gives the World an Insider’s Guide to Puerto Plata and the Dominican Republic
Website introduces visitors to the Dominican Republic. - January 10, 2009 - PuertoPlata.com
Winter Meetings Find Tempting Treats on the Agenda at Five Lakes for January to April 2009
Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa, Essex, one of the premier meeting and conference venues in South East England has launched Sweet Deal Meeting Packages, available for meetings held from January 1 to April 30; - January 10, 2009 - AB Hotels UK
Rome Apartments Winter Sales by Rome Sweet Home
After a long and distressed Christmas period, take a chance to have relax with rome apartments by Rome Sweet Home spending a holiday in Rome or a delightful week-end taking advantage of Rome Sweet Home’s winter sales. Thanks to the prehistorical prices proposed by Rome Sweet Home those who... - January 09, 2009 - Rome Sweet Home
Roatan Island Honduras – Photo of the Year 2008
Experience Roatan Island from your computer screen through the newly released Photo of the Year 2008, Picture of the Month for December, and their ever popular Photo of the Week. Enjoy a virtual vacation that will transport you to the warm sunny climate of this Island in the Caribbean off the coast of Honduras. - January 09, 2009 - Roatan
Bristol Hotel
San Diego's The Bristol Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating. - January 09, 2009 - Bristol Hotel
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Combines 'Music and Friends' in Celebration of Its First Cd Launch
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, in conjunction with Sony BMG Music, is delighted to announce the launch of a superb new limited edition CD titled Friends of MO Bar. - January 08, 2009 - The Landmark Mandarin Oriental
The Cove of Lake Geneva Emphasizes “Far From Ordinary!” this Winter with Cold Weather Luxuries
The Cove of Lake Geneva sets itself apart as a true winter getaway with exciting cold weather luxuries. - January 08, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Former NFL Coach Mike Ditka Helps Young Athletes Win Big at the American Youth Football National Championship Games
“Da Coach” extended his support while hosting celebratory events in Central Florida. - January 08, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Geneva Caribel Announces the Sale of Units at Caracola Beach Resort and Spa
Geneva Hospitality Group, a premier hotel management company with over 35 years experience, proudly announces the construction of their next two luxury condominium resort hotels. - January 08, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Wins Prestigious Top Employers Award TM in China
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has been named one of China's Top Employers TM 2009 (China Nationwide) in a research programme conducted by Corporate Research Foundation (CRF). CRF is a global publishing organisation that specialises in research into best business practices, identifying leaders in the field of Human Resources, Strategy and Leadership. - January 08, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Medical Tourism Facilitator Members of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) Are the First Medical Tourism Facilitators to Enter Into Agreements with Insurance Companies
Three Medical Tourism Facilitator Members of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) are the first medical tourism facilitators to enter into agreements with insurance companies and marketers of insurance products to offer medical tourism facilitators to their members and participants. - January 06, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Cove of Lake Geneva Has Become an Official Toys for Tots Drop-Off Location
The Cove of Lake Geneva has become a drop-off location for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The Cove of Lake Geneva will be accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys through December 21st. The toys will be picked up December 22nd. The Cove is offering 10% off coupons toward a stay in one of their luxury suites with the donation of a new toy. - January 06, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
HarborPlace Hosts “Brunch and Brief” Program
HarborPlace was pleased to have a full house at their first “Brunch and Brief” program, held on Friday, January 2, 2009. - January 05, 2009 - HarborPlace at Port St Lucie
A Time for Giving. Seasons Greetings from Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket.
Representatives from the resort’s Sales and Marketing team traveled to Phang-nga on 23rd December to host lunch and to offer Christmas gifts to students and teachers. - January 04, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Announces a Director of Finance, Sally Ho
Ms. Sally Ho has been recently appointed Director of Finance at Sheraton Grande Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort, Phuket. A native of China, Khun Sally joins them with a wealth experience from her previous role at Laguna Grande Company Limited as Senior Manager – Finance &... - January 03, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Millbrae's Millwood Inn and Suites Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Millwood Inn and Suites becomes the 1st lodging property in Millbrae, CA to receive the Green Eco-Leaf Rating. Currently 2 hotels in Millbrae http://www.istaygreen.org/getcityus.cfm/city/Millbrae/st/CA) have been rated environmentally friendly, and Millwood Inn and Suites is the 1st to complete the comprehensive environmental audit administered by iStayGreen.org. The property earned 3 Green Eco-Leafs, which is a "Great" rating. - January 02, 2009 - Millwood Inn & Suites
Visiting a WWII POW Relative at HarborPlace Generates Fascinating Memories
Glenn ("Bwana") Brown visited his "Uncle" Syd at HarborPlace Retirement Resort in 2003 and wrote a story about it for www.virtualtourist.com. HarborPlace Marketing Assistant Nance Cox ran across the online story in 2008 and requested permission to use it as a press release. Glenn asked Syd, Nance showed Syd the story, and Syd provided corrections and mesmerizing details about being a Prisoner of War during World War II. - December 28, 2008 - HarborPlace at Port St Lucie
Red Hatters to Brunch at HarborPlace on January 29, 2009
Get ready for the purple and red invasion. On Thursday, January 29, 2009, one hundred members of the Red Hat Society will dress in red hats and purple outfits to brunch at HarborPlace at Port St Lucie. - December 28, 2008 - HarborPlace at Port St Lucie
Innovative New Service Touch from X2 Resorts
X2 Resorts, Thailand’s leading brand of Design Hotels, has launched an innovative new guest service implementation at their resorts in Kui Buri (Hua Hin) and Koh Samui. - December 26, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Aqua Hotels & Resorts Offers "Obama-Rama" Special Celebrating the First President from Hawaii
Visitors encouraged stay explore the island where Barack Obama grew up - December 25, 2008 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
The Medical Tourism Association Announces Its First Release of Educational Videos Which Consist of Interviews from the World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress
The Medical Tourism Association announces its first release of educational videos which consist of interviews from the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress. The conference took place in September 2008 with 850 attendees, 53... - December 25, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Ski-Economics 101: Vail Lodging/Lift Deal and Sweet Add-Ons Offer Peak Season Savings
Economic woes don't have to mean foregoing ski vacations or Vail's peak-season powder. The new economics of skiing have snow-hungry skiers searching for value-boosting perks like lift ticket and ski rental discounts, full kitchens for eat-in savings, complimentary fitness club passes and dining... - December 22, 2008 - Antlers at Vail
The Medical Tourism Association’s Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress Announces Its Official Conference Venue and Hotel
The Medical Tourism Association’s Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress announces its official conference venue and hotel for the 1st annual Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Congress, April 27th-29th, in Monterrey Mexico. The Official Congress Hotel is the... - December 21, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Things to Do in Switzerland – GeckoGo Now Offers Travel Tips for Those Going to Switzerland
About GeckoGo: GeckoGo (www.geckogo.com) is a travel site for independent travelers that helps plan things to do in Thailand, France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland and other countries. Publicly launched in October 2008, GeckoGo is the fastest growing source of unique travel content on the Internet, with over 110,000 travel tips and reviews. GeckoGo is based in Mountain View, California. - December 19, 2008 - GeckoGo