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Two Courtyard by Marriott Cleveland Hotels Announce Cynergy Renovation

Two Courtyard by Marriott Cleveland Hotels Announce Cynergy Renovation
The Courtyard Hotels in Middleburg Heights and Westlake Each Complete $2 Million in Guest Room Refreshes

28/04/2014 12:22

Hainan Airlines Becomes Spotlight as an International Player at Recent 2014 WTTC Global Summit

HNA Group Chairman Chen Feng Gives Speech at The 2014 World Travel & Tourism Council

26/04/2014 10:17

Martinique Promotion Bureau: American Airlines Expands Service To Martinique This Summer

Starting June 11 through August 13, 2014, American Airlines will launch an additional weekly non-stop connection from Miami to Martinique, featuring a departure and return on Wednesdays. The flight will supplement its weekly Saturday service from Miami to Fort-de-France, the island's capital.

23/04/2014 12:50

Burj Al Arab Unveils its Wedding in the Skies

Burj Al Arab Unveils its Wedding in the Skies, 212 Metres Above the Arabian Gulf

23/04/2014 12:39

Chateau Morrisette Winery Announces Summer 2014 Events

Enjoy Great Wine, Music and Food Amidst Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views

Chateau Morrisette Winery Announces Summer 2014 Events

23/04/2014 12:32

Olivia Travel Announces Health and Wellness Program to Debut in Hawaii

Olivia Travel Announces Health and Wellness Program to Debut in Hawaii

Olivia Travel offers first health and wellness getaway to the five star Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows on the beautiful island of Hawaii August 30-September 5, 2014. Workshops on yoga, meditation, nutrition, fitness and health will be provided ...

23/04/2014 12:25

InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts Brand Honors 100th Anniversary Of Mother's Day With Social Media Photo Contest

InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts will honor moms this Mother's Day and celebrate the 100th anniversary of the holiday with a social media photo contest at 17 of its properties across the U.S. and Canada on May 11, 2014. In 1914, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson signed Mother's Day into law, and the InterContinental brand will host a women's fashion hat contest to pay homage to the iconic and stylish staple that adorned women during this era.

17/04/2014 14:16

Sabre personalizes travel with the launch of three new data-driven products

Sabre personalizes travel with the launch of three new data-driven products

Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR), a global technology company serving the travel industry, today launched three data-driven travel solutions – Customer Experience Manager, Guest Connect Upsell and TripCase Corporate – to help travel companies design and offer a more personalized shopping and travel experiences for travelers. 

17/04/2014 14:06

IHG Announces Strategic Alliance With The Coca-Cola Company

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) (LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)), one of the world's leading hotel companies, and The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO), the world's largest beverage company, today announced a new multi-year agreement to offer the refreshing Coca-Cola soft drink and juice brands+ that guests enjoy during their stays at IHG brands in the United States, representing more than 3,200 hotels. These two well-known companies, both with headquarters in Atlanta, Ga., have strong portfolios of favorite consumer brands that are instantly recognized and preferred around the world. This new agreement will provide a best-in-class, consistent beverage brand experience for our guests across all IHG hotel brands including: InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo® hotels, Holiday Inn® hotels, Holiday Inn Express® hotels, Staybridge Suites® hotels and Candlewood Suites® hotels, as well as provided on-post at IHG Army Hotels properties. In addition, select Coca-Cola products will be available for sale at IHG's new wellness focused brand, EVEN™ Hotels.

17/04/2014 14:02

Crystal's New Jewish Heritage Excursion Takes #Travelers Into Istanbul's Diverse Spiritual Identity

With continued growing interest in its Jewish Heritage excursions, Crystal Cruises is expanding its spiritual offerings ashore for 2014 luxury European cruises. 

17/04/2014 13:56

Turnberry Ocean Club Coming Soon to Sunny Isles, Florida

Turnberry Ocean Club Coming Soon to Sunny Isles, Florida

Jeffery Soffer said it's official: Turnberry Ocean Club is Turnberry Associates' latest luxury condominium to pop up in the Florida real estate market. The exclusive residential condominium tower located at 18501 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles, Florida will be priced from $3 million to $22 million and sales are expected to launch in fall of this year, said Soffer, CEO and Chairman of Turnberry Associates.

14/04/2014 11:48

Aruba, One Happy Island For Families

Aruba, One Happy Island For Families

Sand castle building, shell hunting tours, art classes, Papiamento language classes and merengue dancing are just some of the many activities offered at Aruba's resorts and hotels – most of which boast special kids' programs, deals and all-day camps. Resort fun is just the beginning, as families seeking something more than a traditional Caribbean experience will discover countless kid-friendly attractions and activities throughout the One happy island.

14/04/2014 11:42

Virgin Limited Edition has Signed a Contract to Purchase Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard

Virgin Limited Edition, Sir Richard Branson's luxury collection of award-winning retreats is excited to announce that it has reached a preliminary agreement to purchase a new property - Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyard in South Africa, which would become the latest addition to the already eclectic portfolio.

14/04/2014 11:27

Live, and Learn as Four Seasons Creates New Experiences to Astound and Educate

Holidays can create memories to last a lifetime – but what if they could do much more?  Four Seasons invites travellers to discover diverse cultures, learn new skills, journey through history, and see the world as they never have before – all in luxurious Four Seasons style.

14/04/2014 11:22

Yesterday's Earthquake in Nicaragua Did Not Affect Tourist Attractions

Yesterday's Earthquake in Nicaragua Did Not Affect Tourist Attractions and Accommodations, or Commercial Flights.

Tourist attractions and accommodations, as well as commercial flights, in Nicaragua continue to be in operation after the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that struck near the capital city of Managua at 5:30 p.m. on April 10, 2014, causing minor damage.

14/04/2014 11:12

Washington Restaurant Association Pioneers Use of Google Glass Technology

Washington Restaurant Association Pioneers Use of Google Glass Technology within Foodservice Industry with Live Stream of Major Trade Show.

To engage its members and add a new dimension to its trade show presence, the Washington Restaurant Association (WRA) will unveil Google Glass technology at the 2014 Northwest Foodservice Show (NWFSS) on April 13-14. This is the first time the foodservice industry has featured Google Glass live streaming at a major trade show.

 

11/04/2014 12:52

Didix is Spreading its Wings to the United Kingdom

Congratulations Didix !

Didix, market leader in the Netherlands in gift cards and leisure promotions, annouced today that it has completed two acquisitions in the United Kingdom; that of Gourmet Society and Restaurant Choice. The Gourmet Society is one of the largest and most successful subscription based dining clubs in the UK with more than 500,000 members and 7,000 affiliated restaurants. Restaurant Choice is the first open-loop restaurant gift voucher scheme in the UK and is welcomed at more than 1,500 restaurants throughout Britain.

 

11/04/2014 12:12

Award Winning Chef Marcus Samuelsson Joins Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine

Award Winning Chef Marcus Samuelsson Joins Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine

Award Winning Chef Marcus Samuelsson Joins Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine As Host Of Atlantic City Food And Wine Festival July 25-27, 2014

Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City is proud to present the Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival's sixth annual celebration, beginning Friday, July 25, with events taking place throughout the weekend. The three-day culinary and spirits festival is the leading food and wine festival in the market and will feature a star-studded roster of some of the country's most renowned culinary experts and TV personalities. Headlining chefs include returning celebrity Chef Robert Irvine, a proven fan-favorite of festival guests; and the inaugural participation of James Beard award-winning chef and TV personality, Marcus Samuelsson, Co-Creator and Executive Chef of the acclaimed Red Rooster restaurant in New York City; more celebrity chef announcements will be made in the coming weeks.

11/04/2014 11:55

Virtually Step Inside The Sanctuary That Is Ritz-Carlton Reserve

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is taking a unique approach to its newest social media channel by using long form storytelling, bringing the number of branded social media channels to twelve:  http://ritzcarltonreserve.tumblr.com/.

11/04/2014 11:51

Refined Dining Returns To Billionaire's Beach In Malibu

Refined Dining Returns To Billionaire's Beach In Malibu

Nikita Malibu is pleased to announce its renewed vision with International Brand Strategist Audrey Cavenecia at the helm and invites diners and wine-lovers to visit the exquisite luxury "home" above the waves of Carbon Beach and experience the height of Malibu living.

09/04/2014 12:27

Wynn Resorts Named Most Trustworthy #Hotel Company by #Forbes Magazine

Wynn Las Vegas was recognized as one of the most trustworthy companies in the United States by Forbes Magazine's "2014 100 Most Trustworthy Companies" list. The resort was the only hotel company recognized among many esteemed brands.

07/04/2014 13:43

Paul Gauguin #Cruises Fiji & Australia Sailings Feature Unique #Shore #Excursions

Paul Gauguin Cruises (www.pgcruises.com), operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, and the 88-guest m/v Tere Moana, features unique, optional shore excursions for its Fiji & Australia sailings highlighting marine life, culture, natural wonders, and World War II history.

07/04/2014 13:37

Disney by Samsonite: Magical Collaboration to Encapsulate Youthful Nostalgia

Disney by Samsonite: Magical Collaboration to Encapsulate Youthful Nostalgia

Samsonite®, the world's largest luggage brand for over 100 years, is pleased to introduce the Disney by Samsonite collection for kids. Starting from 2014, this iconic collaboration combines the magical world of Disney with state-of-the art products for which Samsonite is known. Depicting iconic Disney characters, the collection will delight young ones, while instantly transporting parents to their own youth. The Disney by Samsonite range effortlessly reflects the fantasy charm and nostalgia of Disney in a distinctive and understated style.

01/04/2014 13:08

Choice #Hotels to Offer Landmark New Construction Incentive for Comfort Brands

Choice Hotels International, one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announced a first-ever development incentive for new construction Comfort Inn and Comfort Suites hotels to further fuel growth of the Comfort portfolio. This announcement comes as Comfort Inn, one of the lodging industry's most recognized brands, celebrated the recent grand openings of newly constructed properties featuring a dramatically new look and feel. The development incentive, coupled with the unveiling of these next generation hotels, are the next phase in the Comfort brand's multi-faceted system-wide refresh of its nearly 1,900 domestic Comfort Inn and Comfort Suites hotels.

01/04/2014 12:59