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Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges Announces Ecuador Four Worlds 16-Day Tour Encompassing Natural and Cultural Diversity of Equator
Red Mangrove’s New Ecuador Four Worlds Tour reveals Ecuador’s historical nooks and cultural and botanical/biological quadrants spanning the Equator - January 20, 2011 - Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
Small is the New Big for Vacationers; Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa Sees Renewed Interest from Locals
Pressures on the family budget continue to grow, with balancing the budget seemingly harder year by year. The trend towards shorter and more local vacations is growing along with these pressures, and guests at niche accommodations like Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa in the Dandenong... - January 19, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
StarCity Saigon Hotel Opens on January 12, 2011
Ocean Hospitality has launched the soft opening of its first developed property in Vietnam, the StarCity Saigon Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City on January 12, 2011. StarCity Saigon Hotel is a four-star hotel located at 144 Nguyen Van Troi Street, Phu Nhuan District, just 5 minutes away from Tan Son Nhat... - January 19, 2011 - StarCity Saigon Hotel
Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort Groundbreaking Ceremony Thursday, Jan. 20, 4PM
The time has finally arrived for Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort. Construction for the Park Model sites has begun and is moving along nicely. - January 19, 2011 - Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort
Brett/Robinson and LuLu’s Offer a Valentine’s Day Vow Renewal Celebration
Brett/Robinson and LuLu’s in Gulf Shores are teaming up for Valentine’s Day weekend, and interested married couples can take advantage of the vacation package Brett/Robinson is offering for that weekend: the Valentine’s Day Vow Renewal Celebration package. For $298 per couple,... - January 19, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Great Hotels of the World Adds 63 Hotels to Its Portfolio in 2010
Membership to sales and marketing alliances continues to grow thanks to innovative niche sales and marketing strategies - January 19, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises Win HolidayCheck TopHotel 2011 Award
The HolidayCheck TopHotel Award honors the top hotels in different regions and recognizes their achievements. This award is based on the reviews guests are posting on the HolidayCheck website. In the year 2010 alone, more than 400.000 reviews have been made for more than 100.000 hotels. So the... - January 18, 2011 - SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises
An evening with LeAnn Rimes April 1 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Country artist and two-time Grammy Award winner LeAnn Rimes will perform in the Rollins Center at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Friday, April 1, 2011, at 9 p.m. Tickets are on sale today for $50 to $95. LeAnn Rimes most recently released “Crazy Women” from her new album, Lady &... - January 16, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The Woodlands Resort Sweetens Its Valentine’s Offer with a Private Dessert Cruise for Two
Give your sweetheart a Valentine’s treat with a private dessert cruise for two, part of The Woodlands Resort’s ultra-romantic BonBon Voyage package, available February 11 – 14. Upon arrival, guests are treated to a bit of pampering and relaxation with a 50-minute couples’... - January 16, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
First-Ever 2011 Louisiana XC State Championship USA Cycling-Sanctioned Mountain Bike Series Concludes at Cypress Bend Resort
Consisting of seven adrenaline-pumping rounds of USA Cycling cross-country mountain bike races, the first-ever 2011 Louisiana XC State Championship Series kicks off with “LOCOfest” at Eddie Jones Park in Shreveport on April 17 and concludes with the “Battle at the Bend” at... - January 16, 2011 - Cypress Bend Resort
Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa Offers Spring Travelers Orlando Vacation Value
Travelers planning a spring Orlando vacation will find great value at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa, including spacious accommodations, resort amenities and free Disney theme park transportation. - January 13, 2011 - Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa
Tournaments Approved by Delaware Lottery for Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The Delaware Lottery recently approved three additional tournaments at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino: the Delaware Poker Championship, Spring Poker Classic and Crown Royal Poker Room Tournament. The inaugural Delaware Poker Championship will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10. Qualifying tournaments... - January 13, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
New Luxury Inn in the Connecticut River Valley
The Boardman House is a new luxury Inn located in the quaint New England riverfront village of East Haddam, just two hours from New York City or Boston. - January 11, 2011 - Boardman House B&B, LLC
Le Meridien Amman Brings Orphaned Children a Bag of Joy
Le Meridien Amman Brings Orphaned Children a Bag of Joy - January 11, 2011 - Le Meridien Amman
The Fairmont Dallas Hotel Names Sean Springer as Its First Artist in Residence of 2011
The Fairmont Dallas Artist in Residence program features breakthrough artists who live at the hotel and work in its onsite studio for three months. Sean Springer, of Springer Design Studio, the first Artist in Residence of 2011 crafts furniture, home accessories and sculptures from salvaged wood, creating functional pieces from landfill-bound materials. - January 08, 2011 - The Fairmont Dallas
Resorts West Releases Luxury Properties for Sundance Film Festival
Park City luxury lodging provider Resorts West has released a limited number of condos and private homes during the Sundance Film Festival for extended weekends and mini retreats, offering a taste of the Festival without a 10-day commitment. - January 08, 2011 - Resorts West
World Nude Gardening Day at the GoNudeCostaRica.com Nudist Resort in Costa Rica
The GoNudeCostaRica.com Resort is seeking naked gardeners to apply their skills to the resort’s six acres of estate, leading up to World Nude Gardening Day scheduled May 14, 2011. - January 07, 2011 - GoNudeCostaRica.com
Three Dolphins Group Acquires Phuket Landmark Mom Tri's Boathouse, Phuket Thailand
Khun Narong Pattamasaevi, the Executive Chairman of Three Dolphins Co., Ltd., which owns and operates world-renowned Trisara, Phuket, made the announcement the Three Dolphins Group has signed contracts to complete transactions to acquire 100% of shares in The Boathouse Inn and Restaurant. - January 07, 2011 - Boathouse Resort
Guests at the Woodlands Resort in Texas Stay Warm with Make-Your-Own Gourmet Hot Chocolate
For the month of January, guests relaxing in The Woodlands Resort’s Lobby Bar keep warm with cups of make-your-own Gourmet Hot Chocolate by choosing from an assortment of liquor mix-ins, tasty toppings and fun garnishes. Start with a creamy cup of homemade hot chocolate and add in your... - January 06, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Retreats Build for Men - New Line of Men's Fitness Retreats by Vita Vie Retreat
Vita Vie Retreat introduces retreats built for men, For Men Only. Vita Vie Retreat adds a new line of customized private retreats formulated specifically for men, men’s interests and men’s fitness. - January 05, 2011 - Vita Vie Retreat
Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast Begins Offering Weekend Scrapbooking and Crafting Retreats
Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast is now utilizing their 1700 square foot event space to host weekend long srapbooking and crafting retreats. A Friday-Sunday getaway weekend includes accommodations, 24 hour a day crafting sessions and five meals. - January 05, 2011 - Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast
Cincinnati, Ohio Area Bed and Breakfast Giving Away 12, Two-Night Getaway Packages to Unemployed
Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast wants to ease the stress of 12 people who have been unemployed for the last 12 months. A two-night stay at their property, along with freebies from local businesses, is up for grabs if you're willing to send them your story. - January 03, 2011 - Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast
Website for New Brett/Robinson Property Offers Valuable Resources for Prospective Buyers
The construction of Brett/Robinson’s newest condo development, Phoenix West II, is well under way, and the website dedicated to this latest property provides potential vacationers and buyers with useful information and details. The website, www.phoenixwestii.com, includes an overview of the... - January 01, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Key West Marriott Beachside Awarded Customer Excellence Award for Best Hotels in North America
The Key West Marriott Beachside hotel ranked fifth in North America for The Marriott Customer Excellence Award among all full service hotels including Marriott Hotels, Renaissance Hotels and JW Marriott Hotels. - December 29, 2010 - Spottswood Beachside
Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges Open Scuba Dive Lodges on Santa Cruz and Isabela Islands in Galapagos
Two New Lodges for Divers to Augment Three Sister Island Eco-Lodges - Will Serve Red Mangrove’s New Dive Academy Scheduled to Open Spring 2011 Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges announces the Dec. 1 openings of the 9-room Santa Cruz Divers Lodge in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island... - December 27, 2010 - Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
DirectRooms.com – Sub6 Tel Aviv Concert to Take Place in January 2011
DirectRooms.com can reveal that fans of trance, electro and progressive house music will be provided the chance of enjoying leading duo Sub6 when they roll into Tel Aviv on Friday 21st January 2011. - December 27, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – The Haygoods American Pop Music to Perform in Shenzhen on 7 January 2011
DirectRooms.com is able to reveal that the eight siblings in the Haygood entertainment troupe will perform at the Poly Theatre in Shenzhen start at 20.00 on 7th January 2011. - December 27, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Celebrate New Year's Day 2011 in Sanya
DirectRooms.com reveals that to usher in the New Year on the 1st January 2011 Sanya’s tourist related businesses will be running a number of events and celebrations on New Year’s Eve. - December 26, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Attend Times Franchise B2B Expo in Pune on 19 and 20 February 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that the annual B2B Times Franchise Trade expo will run on the 19th and 20th February 2011 at the Sun N Sand Hotel in Pune. The expo is an opportunity for visitors to view the offerings of India’s biggest business-to-business (B2B) manufacturers and wholesalers. - December 26, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Ocean Hospitality to Open StarCity Saigon Hotel on December 27,2010
Ocean Hospitality is launching the soft opening of its first developed property in Vietnam, the StarCity Saigon Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City on December 27. Ocean Group chairman, Mr. Ha Van Tham is the first guest on the list to try the services that the Ocean Hospitality management has been... - December 25, 2010 - StarCity Saigon Hotel
DirectRooms.com – Muscat Invites People to Experience a Taste of India in January 2011
DirectRooms.com announces that the diverse and rich heritage of India will come to Muscat as it is showcased in a fascinating three-day exhibition in January 2011. - December 25, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Runners Will Head to Marrakech for the Marrakesh Marathon & Half Marathon
DirectRooms.com reveals that the His Majesty the King Mohammed VI invites 5,000 runners to the beautiful city of Marrakech for its prestigious marathon in January 2011. - December 25, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Htel Serviced Apartments Implements Refurbishments for Their Short Stay Apartment (Amsterdam)
In an effort to stay the market leader in the serviced apartment industry, Htel Serviced Apartments recently started a full scale renovation. The goal? Get the latest hotel designs that suits the hotel guest’ specific needs, providing the most suitable TV-channels and offer the best service possible. - December 24, 2010 - Htel Apartments
DirectRooms.com – Recent Advances in Kidney Transplantation Conference to Take Place in Kuwait
DirectRooms.com announces that Kuwait will play host to the conference: Recent Advances in Kidney Transplantation during January 2011. - December 24, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Le Meridien Amman Celebrates Christmas and New Year with Corporate Clients
Le Meridien Amman, a member of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, celebrated Christmas and New Year with its clients by touring the city with the joyful Santa Claus last week. The tour, which was led by Ziad Fostuq Director of Sales and Marketing and Ibrahim Maayah Assistant Director of Sales, included... - December 24, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
DirectRooms.com – Sport and Society Conference 2011 to be Held in Kolkata from 28 February
DirectRooms.com announces that Kolkata will host the 2011 International Conference on Sport and Society from 28 February to 2 March 2011. - December 24, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Resorts West Launches Park City Luxury Property Guide
Park City lodging provider Resorts West today launched the 2010-2011 Luxury Property Guide, a digital Park City area map designed to highlight points of interest, properties and important amenities near Deer Valley Resort, Park City Mountain Resort and Canyons. The searchable guide showcases major... - December 24, 2010 - Resorts West
DirectRooms.com – Competitors Warm Up for Langkawi’s Foremost Sailing Event in January
DirectRooms.com reveals that leading sailing crews from around the world will be heading to Malaysia’s Langkawi to take part in a major regatta set to take place in January. - December 24, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Meet the Gingerbread Family at the Grand Hotel Excelsior
The Grand Hotel Excelsior Chefs have prepared something a little more special for you this Christmas. A number of chefs from the Excelsior Hotel Malta’s Award Winning Kitchen Brigade took time out of their personal schedule to work on this year’s Gingerbread Castle. - December 23, 2010 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
Grand Hotel Excelsior’s Volunteers Visit Dar il-Wens Residents
The 'Aid the Community' Committee of the Grand Hotel Excelsior took time out of their busy work day to visit the residents of Dar il-Wens in Kalkara; a community home that caters to persons with intellectual disability. - December 23, 2010 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
DirectRooms.com – Fencing Champions Head to Doha to Battle for the Title
DirectRooms.com can announce that the members of the FIE will be travelling to the city of Doha in February 2011 - December 23, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Rang Mahal Wins CNNGo's 2010 Best Eats Award
CNNGo has awarded Rembrandt's Rang Mahal the Winner of Bangkok Best Eats Indian Restaurant for 2010. - December 22, 2010 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa’s Tequila “Sommelier” Leads Guests on an Educational, Tasting Tour of Tequila
Tasting Experience Includes Three-Course Dinner Paired with Tequilas. - December 22, 2010 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Great Hotels of the World Latest Member News Round-Up
Enquiries regarding individual commissioned visits are welcomed; please use the contact details below to get in touch. Great Hotels is pleased to congratulate the following hotels on their recent achievements: - The Capital Restaurant makes The Sunday Times Top 100 Best British Restaurants Great... - December 20, 2010 - Great Hotels of the World
Cell Phones for Soldiers and Comfort Inn Kickoff Cell Phone Collection Drive in Columbia, SC
The Comfort Inn of Columbia, SC is now an Official Drop Off Location for the Cell Phones For Soldiers Collection Program. The Comfort Inn is encouraging all guests and community members to bring along their unused cell phones to to donate and help support our troops overseas. - December 20, 2010 - Comfort Inn - Bush River Road
DirectRooms.com – Maths Wizards Come to Chennai on 7 and 8 January 2011
DirectRooms.com announces that the top minds in the worlds of mathematics and science will be heading to the city of Chennai in January, held from 7th until the 8th. - December 20, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Everything to do with Natural Stones and Their Uses Will be on Display at Jaipur’s India Stonemart in January
DirectRooms.com is announcing the world’s largest trade fair concentration on natural stone and its varied uses, which will open at Jaipur’s Export Promotion Industrial Park on 20 January and run for three days. The stone industry is a competitive part of India’s booming economy, with this event showcasing its world. - December 20, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Hyderabad to Host Sign Today – the Trade Show for Media, Advertising and Marketing in January 2011
DirectRooms.com announces Sign Today-Hyderabad, the highly successful trade show aimed at the media, marketing and advertising sectors. Its vital platform for the display of related services and products make it he foremost event of its kind. - December 20, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Master Suites Offers VIP Concierge Service to Clients
Master Suites Corporate Housing is now offering a complimentary concierge service to its clients. Need to check the weather? Curious about local night life and nearby restaurants? Need dinner or airline reservations? Enjoying a business dinner and having a friendly debate about the last year the... - December 19, 2010 - Master Suites Corporate Housing
DirectRooms.com – Attend Taipei International Book Exhibition Between 9 and 14 February 2011
DirectRooms.com reveals that a must visit exhibition for book buyers and sellers will take place at the Taipei World Trade Center in Taiwan. Book industry professionals who deal with most aspects of the literature and education trades will be going to the five day Taipei International Book Exhibition to see what is currently available and maybe do a little networking. - December 19, 2010 - DirectRooms.com