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IBF Title on the Line at Friday Night Fights August 27
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will host the IBF North American Junior Middleweight Title Fight as part of the Friday Night Fight series on August 27 in the Rollins Center ballroom. Fights begin at 7:30 p.m. Terrance “Heat” Cauthen (35-6, 9 KOs) of Trenton, N.J., will face off against... - July 09, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Destination Wellness - Health Tourism Magazine Releases Issue 7 for Medical Tourism Association
The Medical Tourism Association motivates the integration of health and wellness with medical tourism in the release of Issue 7 of Health Tourism Magazine, “Destination Wellness.” - July 09, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hyatt Regency Houston Now Offering "Explore Package" with Tickets to the Magic! Exhibit at the Houston Museum of Natural Science
Guests reserving the “Explore Package” at Hyatt Regency Houston receive two tickets to the Magic! exhibit now on display at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. The exhibit illuminates the craft of the world's greatest illusionists, from 19th-century titan Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin through 20th-century wonders Slydini, Cardini and Houdini to today's Las Vegas headliners, Penn and Teller. - July 09, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Houston
Join Living Waters Spa as They Attempt to Break the World Record Skinny-Dip
Many Americans spent the July 4th/Independence week celebrating the country’s birthday. The very next weekend, others will take a page out of Norman Rockwell’s world, and in their birthday suits celebrate their independence -- from clothing -- at the 2nd annual Guinness World... - July 08, 2010 - Living Waters Spa
Green Key Global Invited to Speak at Midwest Lodging Investment Summit
Tony Pollard, Managing Director of Green Key Global, the exclusive provider of the Green Key Eco-Rating Program (“Green Key”) in the United States, has been invited to speak at the 3rd Annual Midwest Lodging Investors Summit (MLIS) next week in Chicago, IL. The session, titled “Is... - July 08, 2010 - Green Key Global
Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen's Part in the M&C Global Brand Expansion
The expansion of Millennium & Copthorne Hotels in Xiamen, China - July 07, 2010 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Facebook, Twitter and Foursquare Users with Exclusive Offers at As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa, Vilamoura and Monte Santo, Carvoeiro
The Algarve resorts, As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa, Vilamoura and Monte Santo Resort, Carvoeiro– two five stars holiday resorts with IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts signature in the Algarve, is promoting exclusive offers and special experiences for social networking users via Facebook, Twitter and Foursquare. - July 03, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Natasha Solomons to Host 3rd Literati Book Club at Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel
This July Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel, will be hosting the third Literati – The Grosvenor House Book Club. Grosvenor House is delighted to announce that screenwriter and author, Natasha Solomons, has been confirmed to present her first novel, Mr. Rosenblum’s List, on July 15th 2010. - July 02, 2010 - Grosvenor House
Comedy Explosion Tour Coming to Dover July 23
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will host the Comedy Explosion Tour, presented by Bobby Wilson Entertainment in the Rollins Center on Friday, July 23, at 9 p.m. The performance features comedians Rodney Perry, Cocoa Brown, Honest John and Rob Stapleton and is scheduled to run until 11:30 p.m. with... - July 02, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Award-Winning Chesapeake Beach Resort Offers Rare Discounts
Summer Discounts Abound at the Award-Winning Chesapeake Bay Resort in Islamorada. - July 02, 2010 - Chesapeake Bay Resort
Philippines Angeles City Clark Freeport Resort Hotel Yats Leisure Unveils Overnight Package Inclusive of Meals
Yats Leisure's Family Hotel in Clark Philippines Clearwater Resort is located in Clark Philippines just 60 minutes from Manila making it a popular resort hotel for a weekend getaway from the city, especially for family vacation and retreat when there are young children in the group. - July 01, 2010 - Yats Leisure
American Liberty Hospitality Reaches Construction Milestone as Crews Lift Giant Structure to 'Top Off' New Embassy Suites Houston Downtown
The new Embassy Suites Houston Downtown at 1515 Dallas reached an important construction milestone when a large, “lantern-like” structure that tops off the hotel was hoisted into place some 20 stories above ground. The 262-suite hotel, overlooking Discovery Green park and within... - July 01, 2010 - American Liberty Hospitality
Joe Vanden Heuvel Named Associate Director of Sales at Hyatt Regency Houston
Joe Vanden Heuvel has joined the all-new Hyatt Regency Houston as Associate Director of Sales. Previously, Vanden Heuvel served as National Sales Manager for the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville. Vanden Heuvel began his career at the Hyatt Regency Dallas at Reunion as a... - July 01, 2010 - Hyatt Regency Houston
World’s Biggest Global Healthcare Congress Creates Opportunities for Spa and Wellness Industry
3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress creates opportunity to Bridge Medical and Wellness Sectors, also invites experts to submit white papers. - July 01, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Dunedin, Florida's Best Western Plus Yacht Harbor Inn Receives Hotel Chain’s Highest Award for Quality
The Best Western Plus Yacht Harbor Inn in Dunedin, FL has received the Best Western Chairman’s Award, the hotel chain’s highest honor for outstanding quality standards. The Chairman’s Award recognizes Best Western International hotels scoring in the top five percent of all 2,400... - July 01, 2010 - Yacht Harbor Inn
Yats Leisure Clark Philippines Offers Assistance to Foreign Investment in Land Development, Residential and Commercial Projects
3 hectares of Land for long-term lease is offered through Yats Leisure Clark Philippines for mixed-use development in the central business district of Pampanga Clark Freeport's main zone. - July 01, 2010 - Yats Leisure
"Kids On Us" - Families Save 20% and Kids Eat Play & Stay Free with IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Monte Santo - Top Rated Resort for Carvoeiro Holidays, Promotes Family Holidays. - June 30, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Le Méridien Amman Awards the Top Five Travel Agents
Le Méridien Amman Awards the Top Five Travel Agents - June 29, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
A Nude Sunbathing Vacation in Sunny Palm Springs, California is More Affordable with Terra Cotta Inn's 15th Annual "Get a Great All Over Suntan 50% Off Room Sale"
"Nudist Colonies? We can't vacation at a nudist colony." Sadly, many people who would love to vacation at nudist resorts or nude beaches dismiss them because they think they're still like the nudist colonies of old, made famous by Inspector Clouseau from the Pink Panther movies. Modern... - June 28, 2010 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Renews Wellness Centre and Prepares Concept of Themed Suites at Monte Santo Resort in Carvoeiro
Monte Santo Resort, Carvoeiro’s first all-Suite 5 Star Resort offers luxurious suites and linked villas with exceptional features - invites holidaymakers to enjoy the comfort and pleasure of this getaway. Holidaymakers have now the opportunity to discover the new additions for this season,... - June 28, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Imocom Hotels and Resorts Receives Art Exhibition from the Young Painter Janine Costa at As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa
From June 12th until August 31th, As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa, the 5-star all-Suite Vilamoura resort with the largest most luxurious Suites, located in the luxury Algarve destination, will open its doors to art again, and exhibits paintings of the young Algarve artist, Janine Costa, with her collection "Janine’s’ Art." - June 28, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
The Clarion Inn & Suites - Murfreesboro, Tennessee Has Been Acquired by Gateway Hospitality Services of Tennessee, Inc
On April 28, 2010, Gateway Hospitality Services of Tennessee took ownership of the Clarion Inn and Suites located at the intersection of I-24 and Old Fort Parkway in Murfreesboro, TN. - June 27, 2010 - Clarion Inn & Suites Murfreesboro, TN
Hostelsclub.com Reaches over 100 Eco-Friendly and Green Hostels Online
HostelsClub has over 100 hostels to choose from that are eco-friendly or green. Use the new 'eco-friendly' facility option to search through only eco-friendly hostels. - June 27, 2010 - HostelsClub
Top National Honor for Aqua Waikiki Wave Housekeeper
Leticia Gamiao named America's "Outstanding Lodging Employee of the Year" by AHLA - June 26, 2010 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Hotram Beach Resort Organizes Career Orientation Seminar to Tourism University Students
Tourism students get exposed to real practice of their profession - June 25, 2010 - Ho Tram Beach Resort & Spa
iTrip.net Adds a New Partner with Plans for Continued Market and Social Media Expansion
With plans to continue iTrip.net’s market and social media expansion, adding an experienced fourth partner will boost an already successful vacation rental management system. - June 25, 2010 - iTrip
Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen Welcomes National Geographic Visit to Xiamen
Marc Pingry Productions arrives in Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen for National Geographic filming. - June 24, 2010 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Swissotel Hotels & Resorts Continues Expansion Into Eastern Europe: New Deluxe Hotel Under Construction in Kyiv, Ukraine
The Swissotel Hotels & Resorts portfolio continues to grow: a new deluxe hotel is currently under construction in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv and is scheduled to open in mid 2012. A management agreement was recently signed between Swissotel Hotels & Resorts and the KDD Group, one of the leading property and investment companies in the Ukraine. - June 24, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
QUAEVS Launch a New and Innovative Raffle to Win an Apartment on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai
Quaevs is revolutionizing the way property changes hands all across the world. Their smart concept brings value to all offering a win-win. This concept is a raffle to win a beautiful apartment on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah, something previously unheard of and largely unobtainable for most. http://www.deluxelotto.net. - June 23, 2010 - QUAEVS
A Houston Hotel First: Hotel Derek Celebrates "Fan Fare" by Leveraging Facebook to Book Preferred-Rate Reservations
Facebook Fans of Galleria Area Hotel Receive Exclusive, Discounted Rates - June 23, 2010 - Hotel Derek
Minette Bay Lodge Launches Summer Packages for 2010
Minette Bay lodge launches summer packages for 2010. The picturesque vacation hideout reintroduced their spruced up facilities to corporations, organizations and individuals interested in a relaxing getaway. Based in the coastal mountains of British Columbia, Minette Bay Lodge offers a rustic and... - June 23, 2010 - Minette Bay Lodge
V Retreat - All New Mind Body Boot Camp Sculpts Both the Muscles and the Mind
Vita Vie Retreat takes clients on an all new mind body adventure, a retreat called V Retreat. Aiming to sculpt long and lean bodies, promote total body wellness and reduce stress, V Retreat dishes out a healthy dose of moderate intensity fitness classes, mind body disciplines, touch therapy treatments and healthy fare. - June 22, 2010 - Vita Vie Retreat
Russo and Steele Collectible Automobile Auction a Prized Getaway, Vintage ‘vettes, Mustangs, Camaros Set to Go on the Auction Block
Classic car dreams will become reality in unique fashion when three car auction getaways, valued at $50,000 each will be given away at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino in the Pick Your Classic Car Giveaway. Additional prizes totaling $100,000 in cash and play will given away in the promotion, which... - June 20, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Short Breaks Ltd Voted Best Short Breaks Tour Operator 2010
Short Breaks Ltd awarded Best Short Breaks Tour Operator 2010 beating tough competition from all other finalists by demonstrating strong commitment and creativity during the very challenging economic climate. - June 20, 2010 - Short Breaks
ALL STAR Vacation Homes Launches Summer Giveaway On Facebook
ALL STAR Vacation Homes has launched a daily sweepstakes giveaway of a pair of Disney passes on Facebook that runs June 15, 2010 through July 15, 2010 plus a Grand Prize sweepstakes giveaway of a 7 night stay Orlando vacation package. - June 19, 2010 - All Star Vacation Homes
Visitors Are Set to Enjoy "Cash Back" When Staying with Accor Hotels in Thailand
As things return to normal in Thailand, 36 Accor hotels and resorts throughout the country offer "cash back" incentives to entice visitors - June 19, 2010 - Accor
Yats Leisure Offers Live Screening of FIFA 2010 World Cup Soccer in Philippines at the London Pub in Angeles City Mimosa Clark Freeport
Philippines Angeles City Clark Freeport Pampanga responding to 2010 FIFA World Cup Soccer craze, now offers live screening direct from South Africa, at The London Pub in Mimosa, next to Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar. - June 18, 2010 - Yats Leisure
Dunedin, Florida's Best Western Yacht Harbor Inn Earns Brand’s "Best Western Plus(SM)" Descriptor
Name Change Communicates Enhanced Amenities, Experience. - June 18, 2010 - Yacht Harbor Inn
Ascott Presents Grand Prize of Complimentary Stays for 25 Years
The Ascott Limited, the world’s largest international serviced residence owner-operator, has presented its 25th Anniversary grand prize of complimentary stays for 25 years to a lucky winner. Mr Tomo Takuma, who stayed for a year at Citadines Shanghai Biyun from April 2008 to March 2009, was... - June 17, 2010 - The Ascott Limited
Vermont Lodging Properties Unites Prospective Innkeepers with Vermont Bed & Breakfast Dreams
Tips on Buying an Inn or Bed & Breakfast from Vermont Real Estate & Hospitality Professional - June 17, 2010 - Vermont Lodging Properties
Gulf Style Cooking Class at Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort, Panama City Beach, Florida
Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida has teamed up with Hannalore Holland of Somethin's Cookin for a cooking class designed with the RV'er in mind. - June 16, 2010 - Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Promotes Special Offer for Family Holidays
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts has prepared a special campaign for holidays in June, July and September at very eye-catching rates at its two 5 star resorts in the Algarve - Monte Santo and As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa with the largest most luxurious Suites in Carvoeiro and Vilamoura. All bookings made for these two Algarve holiday destinations until June 25th - for minimum stays of seven nights in June, July and September 2010 - obtain a 20% reduction on the Best Rate of the Day. - June 16, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
The National Palooza Comes to Frenchtown, NJ on July 3rd
The National Hotel in Frenchtown, NJ will celebrate its 160th anniversary by hosting an all-day live music festival, The National Palooza, on Saturday, July 3rd, concluding with Dancing-Under-the-Stars. - June 16, 2010 - The National Hotel
Diamond State BBQ Championship Moves to August
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will present the Fifth Annual Diamond State BBQ Championship on Saturday, August 21, months earlier than previous years’ events held in October. The event is a sanctioned competition on the Kansas City Barbeque Society circuit and will again be held in the... - June 16, 2010 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
New Longevity Wellness Resort Programmes Now on Spabreaks.com
UK based specialist spa operator Spabreaks.com, is now featuring special health and wellness offers and rejuvenating breaks to the new five-star Longevity Wellness Resort in Monchique in the western Algarve. - June 15, 2010 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Le Meridien Amman and Al Shajarah NGO Join Forces to Clean Up Naour Forest on Environment Day
On the occasion of Environment Day (June 5th) and Le Meridien Amman’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and supporting environmental causes, 22 associates of different positions devoted four hours to cleaning up Naour Forest in Amman, which stretches over 20 Donums and collected... - June 14, 2010 - Le Meridien Amman
Heat Up This Summer at Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Millennium Xiamen introduces its outdoor menu of BBQ pool party, a Wuyuan Bay dinner reception, an all out catered evening dinner party onboard a ship cruising the Lujiang, and so much more. - June 14, 2010 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
The B & B Directory Unveils New ‘Platinum Upgrade’ Package to Clients
The month of May saw The B & B Directory unveil a brand new offering to clients in the shape of their new ‘Platinum Upgrade’ package. - June 13, 2010 - The B & B Directory
ALL STAR Vacation Homes Offers Orlando Vacation Rentals in Eight Distinct Communities
ALL STAR Vacation Homes provides a wide range of Orlando vacation rental choices in eight unique communities to meet travelers’ tastes and budgets. - June 11, 2010 - All Star Vacation Homes
Yats Wine Cellars Offers Wines for Beginners at Its Public Wine Tasting in Manila Philippines and Angeles City Clark Freeport
Yats Wine Experience is a public wine appreciation event. Because there are no sponsors, participants are never exposed to pushy wine salesmen or subjected to boring sales pitches and speeches. Every event has a different theme designed to highlight a certain aspect in wine appreciation. - June 11, 2010 - Yats Leisure