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Great Hotels of the World Appoints New Group Director of Sales & Marketing

Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) has announced the appointment of John Clarke as Group Director of Sales & Marketing. Based at the company’s global headquarters in London, John Clarke is responsible for business development for member hotels in the meetings &... - June 08, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World

Le Meridien Amman Collects 40 Units Upon Blood Donation Campaign Conclusion

Le Meridien Amman, a subsidiary of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, concluded last week the blood donation campaign for it associates, under the supervision of the National Blood Bank. The facility at the hotel was equipped with all technical requirements to render the yearly process a... - June 08, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman

Gulf Shores Plantation Selected in Business Alabama Magazine Survey

Gulf Shores Plantation was recently selected as one of Alabama's Top Hotels in a survey of readers of Business Alabama magazine. The survey, published in the May 2011 issue, included 25 top hotels in the state. "When you take a look at the list, Gulf Shores Plantation certainly stands... - June 05, 2011 - Gulf Shores Plantation

20 Hotels from the United Kingdom and Ireland Recognised in the 2011 HotelClub Hotel Awards

HotelClub a world leading global accommodation website offering hotel bookings, today announced 20 winners from the United Kingdom and Ireland in the HotelClub Hotel Awards 2011. HotelClub Hotel Awards – marking their 5th year in 2011 - is the flagship programme from HotelClub that this year... - June 03, 2011 - HotelClub Pty Ltd

The Medical Tourism Association Announces the Excellence in International Healthcare Leadership Award

This award will be presented at the 4th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress held in Chicago, October 25-28, 2011. - June 03, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™

American Liberty Hospitality's New Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown Guests Take Backstage Tour of the Toyota Center

Go behind-the-scenes of Toyota Center, home of the Houston Rockets, Houston Aeros and the biggest names in entertainment. - June 03, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality

The Medical Tourism Association Announces the University Medical Center Hamburg- Eppendorf as a Bronze Sponsor at WMT&GHC 2011 in Chicago, IL Oct. 25-28

The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the University Medical Center Hamburg- Eppendorf as a returning Bronze Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - June 02, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™

Lake Lanier Islands’ Golf Course Launches New Health Initiative

Legacy on Lanier Golf Club at Georgia Lakeside Resort Debuts the P.A.R. Program and Employs Old-Fashioned Means for Positive New Results - June 02, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort

Relive "America’s Cup" Race Aboard a Multi-Million Dollar Yacht with Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa’s New Sailing Adventure

Participants get hands-on experience grinding the winch, trimming the sail, tacking and jibing during a race aboard the world-famous America’s Cup racing vessels. - June 02, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa

The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast in Jefferson Texas is Awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence

The Carriage House Bed & Breakfast in Jefferson Texas has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor for the second year in a row. - June 01, 2011 - The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast

New Hostel Opens on the Barcelona Coast

A new type of Youth Hostel recently opened its doors in Calella de Mar on the coast of Barcelona in Spain. The Estrella de Mar Youth Hostel is ready for business during the 2011 Spring and Summer Season. With sharp prices but extensive services, the hostel hopes to target tourists that travel on a... - May 30, 2011 - Estrella de Mar Youth Hostel

RatedApartments.com Expands Booking Services to Serviced Apartments Across United Kingdom

Keeping in sync with its expansion mode, RatedApartments.com announced the addition of new destinations to its booking services across Europe. RatedApartments.com, a leading booking portal for city-based short-term apartment rentals, has shown a remarkable growth in the recent past with additions... - May 30, 2011 - Rated Apartments

Rembrandt Offers the Latest Lobby Bar Menu

The new release Lobby bar menu is arrived at Rembrandt Hotel Sukhumvit 18. - May 29, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok

New Private Courses Prepare Sailors for Cruising with Certification

Offshore Sailing School announced today some new sailing courses to prepare sailors for cruising on their own boat, or get qualified for a Moorings bareboat charter. The courses are private – just a couple or family with an expert Offshore Sailing School cruising instructor. Courses are... - May 29, 2011 - Offshore Sailing School

Cypress Bend Golf Resort to Host Book Signing with RT Tulley Author of Newly Released “Louisiana Golfer’s Paradise: The Audubon Golf Trail”

A portion of each book sold will benefit The David Toms Foundation. - May 29, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort

Interactive Sessions Were a Hallmark of the GNEX 2011 Timeshare and Fractional Expo

Spirited debate and lively sessions were the foundation of Perspective Magazine’s inaugural Global Networking Expo. - May 28, 2011 - Perspective Magazine

Attitash Mountain Resort Begins 35th Summer of Fun in New Hampshire. Summer Operations Scheduled to Open for Long Memorial Day Holiday Weekend.

Attitash Mountain Resort is scheduled to open summer & fall operations beginning Saturday, May 28th at 10 a.m. for its 35th summer attraction season. With many more summer attractions having been added at the base of Attitash Mountain since opening in the summer of 1976, the Nor’Easter Mountain Coaster is the newest thrill ride, having just opened last fall, to be offered to those visiting the White Mountains of New Hampshire for the upcoming long weekend and summer vacation periods. - May 27, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort

Newest All Seasons Hotel Opens in Bangkok

This newly built all seasons hotel is ready to welcome both corporate and leisure travellers with trendy accommodation at excellent value. - May 26, 2011 - Accor

Lake Lanier Islands Resort Secures Its Anchor as a Summertime Destination in the South with Debut of Lanierworld

Curtain Rises on Exciting New Boardwalk-Themed Entertainment District at the North Georgia Lakeside Resort This Memorial Day Weekend - May 26, 2011 - Lanier Islands Resort

Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce's Annual Event Raises More Than $46,000 for Its Endowed Scholarship at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management

The Grand Wine & Food Affair Scholarship Endowment provides critical financial support to students pursuing careers in hospitality management, culinary arts, and spirituous beverage management and marketing. - May 26, 2011 - Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce

Hyatt Regency Houston Supports Local Non-Profit Organizations by Offering Complimentary Meeting Space

Hyatt Regency Houston, located at 1200 Louisiana Street in downtown, is now offering complimentary use of its meeting rooms to local non-profit organizations from June 1 through December 30. Hyatt Regency Houston’s “Meeting For a Cause” allows non-profit organizations operating... - May 26, 2011 - Hyatt Regency Houston

Medical Tourism Association™ Travels “Across the Pond” to Spread the Word

The 2011 Travel Distribution Summit held in London was host to the top travel agents, airlines, hotels and affiliated business entities from around the globe. It served as a platform for the MTA to educate these companies about the industry. - May 26, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™

Queenstown Kitchens Teach Young and Aspiring Chefs

Twelve young Queenstowners are set to benefit from a six-week introductory cookery course that will introduce them to chef careers in the hospitality industry as they are mentored by top Queenstown chefs. - May 26, 2011 - Crowne Plaza Queenstown

The Medial Tourism Association Announces an Exclusive Ministerial Summit at WMT&GHC Oct. 25-28

The MTA Announces an Exclusive Ministerial Summit, Part of the 4th Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress October 25-28 in Chicago. - May 25, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™

New Hilton Head Welcome Center Opens, I-95 Exit 8 Offers Visitor Assistance & Area Accommodations

The new Hilton Head Island, SC Welcome Center opened on May 1st, 2011, providing visitors to Hilton Head and travelers on I-95 a valuable resource for area information and discount vacation packages. - May 25, 2011 - Hilton Head Island Welcome Center

Le Meridien Amman and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Launch Associate Fundraising Challenge to Raise Money for UNICEF’s Education Programmes in Pakistan and Romania

As Part of this Fundraising Effort throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Le Meridien Amman is Hosting a Play for UNICEF Football Tournament in Support of Starwood’s 2011 Road to Awareness Campaign. - May 24, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman

Attitash Mountain Resort to Host Eastern States Cup Downhill Mountain Biking Weekend Event. New Hampshire State Championship Finals Scheduled for Sunday, June 19th.

Attitash Mountain Resort has announced that it will be hosting the New Hampshire State Championship Finals for the Eastern States Cup downhill mountain biking series on Saturday, June 11th & Sunday, June 12th. The Eastern States Cup (ESC) is a USA Cycling (USAC) Regional Championship Series. - May 23, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort

Rembrandt Hotel, Patron of the Arts

Rembrandt Hotel is proud to support Opera Siam to continuously promote the unique Arts and Culture. - May 22, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok

Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Announces Winners of 3rd Annual Cozumel Island Golf Tournament

A portion of tournament proceeds benefited the Community Foundation of Cozumel. - May 21, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa

Rembrandt Supports Miss Travel Daily’s Cooking

Rembrandt Hotel was proud to present its very own contestant in the Miss Travel Daily Competition, Khun Khemjira La-ongnual, Spa Manager, to participate in the Black Box Culinary Team Cooking Challenge, the second phase challenge in the Miss TDA Thailand competition on May 18th. After the news... - May 21, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok

The Center OC Celebrates 40 Years of Serving the Orange County LGBT Community

The Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County (The Center OC) commemorates 40 years advocating for the LGBT community on Saturday, June 4, at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana. Special guest honoree is Estelle Harris, who voiced Mrs. Potato Head in Pixar/Disney's Toy Story 2 & 3. - May 20, 2011 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County

Great Hotels of the World Latest Member News Round-Up

Great Hotels of the World is pleased to announce the following news items from its member hotels. - May 20, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World

Louisiana’s Cypress Bend Golf Resort & Conference Center Honored with Elite Gold Certification

Status granted by the Elite Meetings Advisory Board, a distinguished panel comprised of corporate meeting professionals and hospitality executives - May 19, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort

Local Volunteers Host Alex’s Lemonade Stand During National Lemonade Days

The Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West to host lemonade stand to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer. - May 19, 2011 - Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West

RentMyVacationHome.com Releases New Technology for All Vacation Homes in the U.S.A. - 83 Websites for You to Search and Join with New Book It Now Technology

You can now book a House the same way you would a Hotel or Motel. There are over 70,000 Homes Listed on over 83 Web Sites. - May 18, 2011 - Rent My Vacation Home

Cypress Bend Resort Announces New Father-Son Golf Getaway

Fathers can strengthen the special bond with their sons at Louisiana’s Cypress Bend Resort, located 70 miles south of Shreveport, with the resort’s new Father-Son Golf Getaway. The package includes private instruction with one of Cypress Bend’s golf professionals before heading... - May 18, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort

Record $4.8 Million Jackpot Won Sunday at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Final Ca$hola Jackpot to be Paid is Also Delaware’s Largest

Luck was on the side of Bert Dickerson of Fairfax, Va., Sunday when he became an instant millionaire at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino winning a whopping $4,856,978.35 on the multistate progressive game, Ca$hola™. The jackpot is the largest ever in the State of Delaware. Dickerson was given... - May 18, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Senior Executives Give New Shanghai Marriott Hotel the Thumbs Up

Senior executives of Marriott International paid a special visit to the soon-to-open Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre on Friday 24th April 2011. Mr. Meng Lo, Hotel General Manager was accompanied with his executive committee team to welcome the VIPs upon their arrival. Mr. Arne M. Sorenson,... - May 17, 2011 - Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre

Resorts West Launches "Mountain Rejuvenation Package" with Wine, Food and Spa Treatments

Resorts West, Park City’s leader in luxury lodging, has launched a relaxation-themed package pairing sumptuous accommodations with in-home spa treatments, a private chef and professionally paired wine selections. - May 14, 2011 - Resorts West

Resorts West Embraces Utah’s Adventure Sports with Extreme Summer Package

Resorts West invites adventure enthusiasts to experience "Wild Utah" this summer with a thrill-seeker’s dream vacation package. Guests tackle Park City's toughest mountain bike terrain, drop from an airplane and fly down an Olympic bobsled track – all while getting pampered with luxury accommodations. - May 14, 2011 - Resorts West

The Magic Ten: Belfast's Ten Square Named "Best City Hotel"

One of Belfast’s most popular hotels, Ten Square, has been named as the "Best City Hotel" for 2011 by the Belfast Business Awards. - May 14, 2011 - Ten Square Hotel

Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort, Multi-Award Winning Resort on Phuket's South Western Coast and with a Secluded Beach, Awarded Expedia Insider's Select 2011 Award

Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort Named as One of World’s Best Hotels on Expedia® Insiders’ Select™ List - May 14, 2011 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort

DirectRooms.com – Attend Tea World Festival 2011 in Seoul on 2 to 5 June 2011

DirectRooms.com can confirm that this year’s highly anticipated Tea World Festival will be coming to Seoul, South Korea in early June. The event is one of the most important trade exhibitions dedicated to the tea industry in Asia. - May 13, 2011 - DirectRooms.com

DirectRooms.com – Attend Baragatan Festival in Palawan, Begins in May 2011

DirectRooms.com can announce that the annual Baragatan Festival will be coming to Palawan again this year beginning in May of 2011. - May 13, 2011 - DirectRooms.com

Medical Tourism Association Partners with EuroSpaClub International for Wellness Program Expansion

The Medical Tourism Association™ and EuroSpaClub International have announced their partnership in execution of several new consumer and employer education projects and initiatives throughout Europe, Russia and CIS for wellness and preventative health. The countries covered under this partnership include Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Montenegro, Russia (Russian Federation), Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Italy, Croatia and Portugal. - May 12, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™

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