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HotelClub Releases Findings on Worldwide Travel Packing Habits Survey
Another HotelClub Insider: HotelClub.com discloses findings on worldwide travel packing habits that gives tips on how to lessen the stress of packing for a holiday. - March 03, 2008 - HotelClub
Fitness Ridge Resort Provides Giveaway to NBC’S “The Biggest Loser” for Episode Airing Tuesday, March 18 (8-10 PM ET)
Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa – Ordinary People, Extraordinary Results. - February 28, 2008 - Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa
West Virginia Adventure Resort Announces 2008 Calendar of Events
West Virginia's largest adventure resort will host three competitive events in 2008. The season kicks off on Sunday, June 3 with the 8th annual XTERRA ACE Big Canyon Off-Road Triathlon. On August 24th, the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association (WVMBA) New River Bike Fest will be held at the multi-purpose facility and the competitive event season ends on Saturday, October 25th with the Mountain State Trail Run series, 7th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run and Walk. - February 21, 2008 - ACE Adventure Resort
Medical Tourism Association President, Jonathan Edelheit, Featured as a Visionary in US Healthcare
The Medical Tourism Association's President, Jonathan Edelheit, has been featured as a visionary in US Healthcare for Medical Tourism in the February edition of Managed Healthcare Executive Magazine. The Magazine is distributed to 40,000 US healthcare executive leaders. Mr. Edelheit has been a... - February 21, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hot New Club in an Old Ritz Charm
New Life May Give The Ritz Historic Inn the Transfusion It Really Needs - February 18, 2008 - Historic Ritz Massage
Sebasco Harbor Resort to Give Away Pure Maine Wedding
Sebasco Harbor Resort today announced the launch of The Pure Maine Wedding Giveaway. The winners of the contest will receive a destination wedding at Sebasco Harbor Resort, including ceremony site, a reception for up to 200 of their friends and family, overnight accommodations and spa services for... - February 16, 2008 - Sebasco Harbor Resort
Alabama’s Largest RV Dealership Adds Calera Location as Growth Continues in Spite of Slow Economy
Suncoast RV is opening another location while the economy slows for RV dealerships coast to coast. How are they moving forward when others are taking a wait and see attitude? - February 16, 2008 - Suncoast RV
Great Cabins In The Smokies Announces Additional Economic Stimulus Package
The President of Great Cabins In The Smokies, Marty Huddleston, today announced that, in support of the Economic Rescue Package signed yesterday by President Bush, Great Cabins In The Smokies has adopted their own economic stimulus package to help all American families. - February 15, 2008 - Great Cabins in the Smokies, LLC
Free Wi-Fi High-Speed Internet Access at Rosedale on the Park
Rosedale on the Park is pleased to provide free Wi-Fi high-speed broadband service. The Wi-Fi technology offers guests a stable and reliable access to Internet without wire limitation. The Wi-Fi hotspots can be found at the Hotel Lobby, the Executive Floors and the two Restaurants. Guests can enjoy the service at these designated areas free of charge. - February 15, 2008 - Rosedale Hotel Group
New Luxury Bed and Breakfast Opens in Baltimore, Maryland
The Blue Door on Baltimore Bed and Breakfast has opened in the Historic Butcher’s Hill area of Baltimore, Maryland. The Blue Door is the newest member of Bed and Breakfasts catering to the personal needs of Baltimore travelers. It’s close proximity to the Inner Harbor and Johns Hopkins... - February 15, 2008 - Blue Door on Baltimore
Matthews House Sponsors International Affairs Council WorldQuest for Business
Carroll and Sheila Ogle, owners of the Matthews House (www.matthews-house.com), located on Cary’s historic Chatham Street, have announced that the facility will sponsor the International Affairs Council’s WorldQuest for Business. The event is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19... - February 13, 2008 - Matthews House
Living Waters Spa Honored with "National" Award from TripAdvisor.com - 3rd Year in a Row
Living Waters Spa a "Hidden Gem" for the 3rd Year in a Row. - February 11, 2008 - Living Waters Spa
Medical Tourism Association Releases Medical Tourism Video Interviews
The Medical Tourism Association today launched a new part of its website at medicaltravelauthority.com where it will produce and publish video interviews from leaders from around the world in the area of Medical Tourism People from around the world can start to watch the experts in Medical Tourism... - February 08, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Dare to do be Different - 10 Spicy Romantic Valentine's Day Ideas
Struggling to find the perfect gift or getaway for your loved one? Make this Valentine's Day unique, spicy and fun with the Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa's ten romantic suggestions. - February 07, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Rediscover the Coronado Island Marriott Resort - A Private Island Retreat in Southern California
Overlooking San Diego Bay and the city skyline, this 300-room resort offers stylishly redesigned guestrooms, suites and villas, a luxurious spa, 25,000 square feet of meeting space and a haven to relax, rejuvenate and restore the balance of life. - February 06, 2008 - Coronado Island Marriott Resort
New Branson Lakeside Vacation Home Opening May 2008
New vacation home is due to open in May 2008 for year round vacations to Branson, Missouri, just in time for the Summer 2008 season. Exclusive amenities and prime location on Tablerock Lake are what set this property apart from the typical Branson lakeside lodging. - February 01, 2008 - Branson Lake Home Vacation Rentals
InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon… An Oasis of Winter Flavors
Looking to have a Blast and to pamper with exquisite winter flavor? InterContinental Mzaar is organizing a culinary tour around the world with 7 irresistible Food promotions valid till the end of March. - February 01, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
Apartments to Stay in on Croatia's Beautiful Makarska Rivera
High Quality Apartment Accommodation Available. - January 31, 2008 - Zeljka Sulenta
Zen Resort Bali Discovery Tour of Culture, Nature and Wellness
Zen Resort Bali announces a two week holiday tour from south to central to north Bali, encompassing all that makes for an unforgettable holiday – luxury accommodation, exquisite international gastronomy, beautiful beaches and water sports, exciting night life, wonderful and bargain shopping, culture and history, arts and architecture, ayurveda spa and holistic yoga wellness as well as natural tropical and pristine agricultural landscapes. - January 26, 2008 - Zen Resort Bali
Fighters to Compete for Chance at Stardom with King of the Cage’s All Wisconsin Fight Quest
State Amateur Fighters to Compete for Chance at Stardom with King of the Cage’s All Wisconsin Fight Quest on March 15. - January 24, 2008 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
TripAdvisor® Elects Hotel Pulitzer in Barcelona as One of the Best Hotels 2008 in the Top 25 Destinations
Avantgarde & Epoque Hotels announces the insertion for the second time of Hotel Pulitzer by The TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice™ award winners for 2008 - January 18, 2008 - Epoque Hotels
Medical Tourism Association Launches a Preview of the Medical Tourism Documentary "Angles Overseas"
The Medical Tourism Association Launches a Preview of the Medical Tourism Documentary "Angles Overseas." People can watch the preview of the documentary on the Medical Tourism Association's website. - January 17, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Former Green Bay Packer Running Back Herbert "Whisper" Goodman to Fight Undefeated Tony Bonello in KOTC: Sub Zero.
In an exciting turn of events, King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino announce that former Green Bay Packer running back Herbert "Whisper" Goodman will fight undefeated Tony Bonello in tomorrow’s KOTC: Sub Zero main event. Michael J. Broderick, Director of Marketing... - January 13, 2008 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Medical Tourism Association to Launch TV News Feeds
In January 2008, the Medical Tourism Association will launch a media/TV news feed on its website. These news feeds will bring you video interviews of the leaders in medical travel worldwide and will also feature information on trends within the medical tourism and health tourism industry. These... - January 12, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Bad Dog Name is “Vicked”
“Bad Dog” was an oxymoron, because the Dymon family has raised dogs for the disabled. In light of Michael Vick it is no longer funny. - January 12, 2008 - Paul Dymon films, inc
Staden Grange Hotel Announces the Launch of Its New Website – a Wonderful Way to Unwind
Staden Grange Hotel is the perfect blend of the traditional and modern living style. The website aims at bringing forward a wonderful holiday option away from the pressures of city life. A great way to unwind in the midst of nature with the best that modern technology can offer in terms of comfort and luxury. It provides all relevant details regarding the type and availability of rooms and the pricing. - January 12, 2008 - Staden Grange Country House Hotel
Medical Tourism Association to Launch Patient Financing in Spring 2008
Medical Tourism Association to Launch Patient Financing up to $20,000 for international surgeries in Spring 2008. - January 11, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Westgate’s Indoor Water Park, Wild Bear Falls, Launches www.wgwildbearfalls.com
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort’s Wild Bear Falls, the largest indoor water park in the South, has launched a website, http://www.wgwildbearfalls.com. - January 10, 2008 - Westgate Resorts
Medical Tourism Magazine
The First Edition of the Medical Tourism Magazine published by the Medical Tourism Association launched in December 2007. - January 09, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Local Couple Opens Irish-Themed Bed and Breakfast in Dresden, Ohio
Abberley House Irish Bed and Breakfast, a 3-room Irish-themed bed and breakfast, opened its doors to guests in early December 2007. - December 21, 2007 - Abberley House Irish Bed and Breakfast
Uncover a Gem When the Ocean Pearl Spa Opens February 2008 at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa
Resort-style treatments are inspired by the natural, restorative powers of the sea. - December 21, 2007 - Sheraton Carlsbad Resort
Live Radio Interview with Senior Summer School President
Gregg Behar, President of Senior Summer School, was interviewed by Anita Finley on Seniors Taking Active Roles in Society! “STARS”, a radio talk show, WSBR, 740 AM, out of Boca Raton, FL. This weekly radio show is hosted by Boomer Times and Senior Life. Ms. Finley interviewed Behar... - December 20, 2007 - Senior Summer School
Accommodation, South of France
A description of accommodation and services at South of France Hotel le Domaine aux Quat'Saisons. - December 17, 2007 - South of France Hotel
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Announce Sub Zero
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino Announce Main Events for Upcoming Event to be held in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin on Saturday, January 12th, 2008. - December 16, 2007 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Golden Tulip New Websites Go Live
Golden Tulip Hospitality launches brand new global website for developers and investors and revamps current consumer website. - December 13, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Destination Club Forums Exclusive Website is Now Open to the Public
Destination Club Forums, an online discussion forum for the destination club industry, is now open to the general public. The web site started as an exclusive invitation-only website for destination club members, however they recently began to allow non-destination club members to interact with... - December 08, 2007 - Destination Club Forums
Shop 'til You Drop - Special Vacation Package this December and January at Popular Palm Springs, CA Clothing Optional Resort
Thanksgiving has come and flown by. Now is the hectic time of the year, where you venture forth to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones. One resort has a fun solution to combat the stresses created by the holiday shopping. The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa recommends you pamper yourself by nude sunbathing in the warm Palm Springs sunshine during the day and shop 'til you drop in the evenings, all at their special holiday vacation packages rates. - December 06, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Alta Vista de Boracay Launches Online Reservation System with Better Rates and Instant Confirmation
Alta Vista de Boracay in Boracay, Philippines delivers reservations direct from their website with the addition of a booking system that offers competitive rates, instant confirmation, and more. - November 30, 2007 - DirectWithHotels
Head to Blue Ridge for the Holidays
Gather up your friends and family and head to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a unique way to celebrate the holidays. Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah or New Year’s Eve, Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals offers the perfect setting for a gathering that everyone will... - November 29, 2007 - Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals
Instantly Confirmed Reservations with Low Rates Now Available at Big Windmill Motor Lodge Website
The Big Windmill Motor Lodge in Coffs Harbour, Australia is now empowered to deliver online reservations with instant confirmations, low rates, and more with its website’s new booking system. - November 23, 2007 - DirectWithHotels
Golden Tulip Awards Best Hotels of the Year 2008
Golden Tulip Hotels, Inns & Resorts is proud to announce the 2008 Golden Tulips and Tulip Inns of the year for the following regions: • Benelux: Golden Tulip Tjaarda Oranjewoud and Tulip Inn Amsterdam Art • Mediterranean: Golden Tulip Electra Palace - Athens • France &... - November 21, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
All BLOCK Guests Receive 'Magic' Hangover Shield
THE BLOCK has formed a partnership with ALM Beverage LLC to provide all BLOCK guests with complimentary cans of Airmed’s Magic Hangover Shield™ to help avoid the inconvenience of hangovers the next morning. "Snowboarders like to drink, but they also need to get up early to hit the... - November 17, 2007 - The Block Hotels
Medical Tourism Association Launches its Worldwide “Medical Tourism Magazine”
The Medical Tourism Association, the first non-profit trade association representing Global Healthcare Providers in the Medical Tourism Industry has launched the first worldwide Medical Tourism Magazine. Medical Tourism, the growing industry of patients traveling overseas for medical treatment,... - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
Golden Tulip Accra: 'Best Business Hotel in West Africa'
Golden Tulip Accra was awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Business Hotel’ in the Akwaaba Exhibition of the Hospitality Industry in Nigeria - November 16, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Medical Tourism Association Holds World's First Medical Tourism Membership Meeting & Forum
The Medical Tourism Association will hold its first membership meeting which will be open to the general public December 3rd at 8:30 am in Washington DC. Medical Tourism otherwise known as Health Tourism or Medical Travel is where Americans travel overseas to foreign countries to receive world class medical treatment at almost 90% less than in the United States. Over 500,000 Americans traveled overseas in 2006, and it is expected in 2008 that several million Americans will travel overseas. - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
Growing Your Hotel Portfolio
Conference for Southeast US Hoteliers presented by Key West Inns, Inc. January 21 -22, at the Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans - November 15, 2007 - Key West Inns, Inc.
Golden Tulip Adds Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport to Its Portfolio in the Netherlands
Golden Tulip is proud to announce its latest addition to its Dutch hotel portfolio in Maastricht. The Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport previously operated by Accor, switched franchisors on November 1st and continues to be managed by Hendrik Jaakke. Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport is ideally... - November 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Snowboarder Hotel Holds Boot Camp in Big Bear Lake, CA December 3 - 15, 2007
THE BLOCK at Big Bear, The World's First Snowboarder Hotels is making final preparations for the first annual BLOCK Boot Camp in Big Bear Lake, CA - 10 days (December 5 - 15) of training and development for a career in snowboarder hospitality. All interested recruits must email a resume (include... - November 15, 2007 - The Block Hotels
Living Waters Spa: A Top Clothing Optional Spa Hotel in Just 4 Years
Living Waters Spa celebrates 4 years of providing guests with "more than a vacation" in a European-style swimsuit optional environment, magical massages, and pure natural mineral water pools. - November 14, 2007 - Living Waters Spa
Medical Tourism Association Scheduled to Visit hospitals in Philippines & Taiwan - November 18th through the 26th
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, departs this week for a two week visit of hospitals in the Philippines and Taiwan. - November 13, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™