Sonesta International Hotels Corp. Appoints John J. DePaul as EVP Development

BOSTON, Sept. 7, 2010 -- Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Nasdaq:SNSTA) announced today tha...

Amid Egypt's Resorts, an Ancient City Is Unearthed

Today, it's a sprawl of luxury vacation homes where Egypt's wealthy play on the white beaches of the Mediterranean coast. But 2,000 years ago, this was a thriving Greco-Roman port city, boasting villas of merchants grown rich on the wheat and olive trade.

2010 summer good for tourism on SC's Grand Strand

Officials along the Grand Strand say business this summer has been solid after a couple of tough years at South Carolina's most popular vacation destination.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Announces New Global Spa Concept

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) is proud to announce the launch of Shine for Sheraton, a global spa concept designed exclusively for Sheraton Hotels & Resorts. On the heels of the brand’s recent $6 billion brand revitalization effort, Shine for Sheraton will debut in new properties across the globe and as a new spa solution for existing ...

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Announces New Global Spa Concept

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) is proud to announce the launch of Shine for Sheraton, a global spa concept designed exclusively for Sheraton Hotels & Resorts. On the heels of the brand’s recent $6 billion brand revitalization effort, Shine for Sheraton will debut in new properties across the globe and as a new spa solution for existing ...

Beach trips, tubing, made great summer in Florham Park

FLORHAM PARK - It happens every year: the long days suddenly become shorter, the temperature begins to drop and those same commercials are shown on the television. It is “back to school” time and no matter how hard you want to fight it, it comes every year.

VACATION IS OVER: Here Are The 10 Biggest Stories To Watch In Tech For The Rest Of The Year

Welcome to the rest of the year! Hope you enjoyed a slow, relaxing August, and long Labor day weekend. Now it's time to get back to business.

Air France-KLM Chooses Progress Software to Improve Customer Experience

LONDON----Progress Software Corporation , a leading software provider that enables enterprises to be operationally responsive, has announced that Air France-KLM Airlines will use the Progress® Actional® SOA Management platform, part of the Progress Responsive Process Management™ suite, to offer better visibility and help deliver 100 percent availability on its reservation systems.

AIR CANADA REPORTS RECORD LOAD FACTOR FOR AUGUST

For the month of August, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 86.8 per cent on a consolidated basis with Jazz , matching last year's record for the same month. System traffic increased 7.1 per cent on a system wide capacity increase of 7.0 per cent.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts Appoints Charles Perrell General Manager for the Hilton Garden Inn & Homewood Suites Hotels ...

Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. announces the appointment of Charles Perrell, CHA as General Manager for the Hilton Garden Inn and the Homewood Suites hotels located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Â The 183 guestroom Hilton Garden Inn and the 165 suite Homewood Suites hotels are co-joined properties that are located only one block from the city's picturesque waterfront and within walking distance ...

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Voted Top Hotel Brand In Asia

SINGAPORE & MCLEAN, Va.----Hilton Hotels & Resorts, one of the most recognized names in the global hospitality industry, today announced that it has been named as the top hotel brand in Asia for 2010 by global research company Taylor Nelson Sofres , in conjunction with one of the region’s leading media, marketing and advertising publications, Media.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts Appoints Charles Perrell General Manager for the Hilton Garden Inn & Homewood Suites Hotels ...

Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. announces the appointment of Charles Perrell, CHA as General Manager for the Hilton Garden Inn and the Homewood Suites hotels located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Â The 183 guestroom Hilton Garden Inn and the 165 suite Homewood Suites hotels are co-joined properties that are located only one block from the city's picturesque waterfront and within walking distance ...

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Voted Top Hotel Brand In Asia

SINGAPORE & MCLEAN, Va.----Hilton Hotels & Resorts, one of the most recognized names in the global hospitality industry, today announced that it has been named as the top hotel brand in Asia for 2010 by global research company Taylor Nelson Sofres , in conjunction with one of the region’s leading media, marketing and advertising publications, Media.

Are We Having Fun Yet? When Notions of Vacation Bliss Collide

My husband and I face a vacation challenge: What to do when we disagree on the ideal vacation activity?

Are We Having Fun Yet? When Notions of Vacation Bliss Collide

My husband and I face a vacation challenge: What to do when we disagree on the ideal vacation activity?

Back to the beach

MARK HIBBS ATLANTIC BEACH — The sign out front at the small but colorfully painted Caribbe Inn on Fort Macon Road reads, “Goodbye Earl, hello Labor Day,” a sentiment likely shared by many here.

Home Inns & Hotels Management Climbed To A New 52-Week High

Home Inns & Hotels Management (HMIN) traded to the upside until noon Friday, but settled into a range for the remainder of the session. The stock closed higher by 1.31 at $46.31 on above average volume.

Universal Travel Group to Present at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference

Universal Travel Group , a growing travel services provider in China offering package tours, air ticketing, and hotel reservation services online and via customer service representatives, today announced the Company's management team will present at the upcoming Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference in New York City.

Universal Travel Group to Present at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference

Universal Travel Group , a growing travel services provider in China offering package tours, air ticketing, and hotel reservation services online and via customer service representatives, today announced the Company's management team will present at the upcoming Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference in New York City.

Sundance(R) Spas' Cameo(TM) Hot Tubs Named Top Hot Tub Spa Model for 2010

CHINO, CA--(Marketwire - September 7, 2010) - Sundance Spas, an internationally recognized leader in the hot tubs industry, is pleased to announce their Cameo 880 Series hot tub has been named the number one hot tub pick in poolandspa.com's list of the "Top 10 Hot Tub Spa Picks for 2010."

Beach businesses report wide-ranging season

BETHANY BEACH -- While Leslie Terner generally hates shopping, she does enjoy doing it at the beach.

Yet another travel search engine refines its offering

Adioso, a travel search engine for “spontaneous and adventurous travellers”, is gearing up to roll-out the latest version of its offering.

Đoković cruises into U.S. open quarterfinals

NEW YORK -- Serbian tennis ace Novak Đoković cruised into the U.S. Open quarterfinals with a quick victory over American Mardy Fish.

TUI Travel cut at Goldman, Thomas Cook preferred

LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Goldman Sachs on Tuesday cut its rating on U.K. tour operator TUI Travel to neutral from buy, saying it sees better value elsewhere in the sector. The broker noted recent media reports suggesting that TUI AG , which owns 54% of TUI Travel, is considering buying the minority interests in the company to refocus on tourism. "While we do not rule out a takeover of the ...

Travel agency opens appeal on guide rap

Win's Travel Agency yesterday began its appeal against a decision canceling its Travel Industry Council membership for hiring an unlicensed tour guide.

Pride Hotels to invest Rs 1,000 cr for expansion

Mumbai-based hospitality company The Pride Hotels today said it will invest Rs 1,000 crore in the next five years to open ten new properties across India and expand existing ones.

Yap buckles down to work after vacation

FOLLOWING a much needed, two-week vacation in the United States, reigning Philippine Basketball Association most valuable player James Yap is back in town and looking to pick up where he left off last season.

Collecting vacation days: Why some people just won't go away

He didn't go anywhere or do anything special, but for Rob Gagliano, a weeklong vacation from work this summer was just what the doctor ordered - literally.

Expansion in Andalusien

Iberostar Hotels & Resorts setzt seinen Wachstumskurs mit einem neuen Haus in Marbella fort.

Biz Buzz: SLO-based Mindbody gets $14 million infusion

San Luis Obispo’s Mindbody Inc. has gotten a $14 million boost from Silicon Valley investor Bessemer Venture Partners.

Vacation bible school

It was a Praise Party’ at the Vacation Bible School held recently at Frankford Plains United Methodist in Augusta. Students were asked to write letters to distribute to American troops. The school was attended by 100 children, all of whom were entertained by musical director Linda Tartar and many volunteers.

Thai Resident Rate Marriott Hotels Thailand

Marriott Hotels Thailand present a special offer ‘Thai Resident Rate’ for those who book in advance at all Marriott Hotels and Resorts in Thailand*; will receive a 35% off the Best Available Rate for

Gala on the Green benefits college students and programs

UKIAH – A vacation in Mazatlan, a ski weekend at North Lake Tahoe, a three-night stay at Irish Beach near Mendocino, and a gourmet progressive dinner at three vineyard estates are among the live auction items to be offered at this year’s “Gala on the Green,” an annual fundraiser to benefit Mendocino College students and programs.

Gala on the Green benefits college students and programs

UKIAH – A vacation in Mazatlan, a ski weekend at North Lake Tahoe, a three-night stay at Irish Beach near Mendocino, and a gourmet progressive dinner at three vineyard estates are among the live auction items to be offered at this year’s “Gala on the Green,” an annual fundraiser to benefit Mendocino College students and programs.

Beach offers one last whiff of summertime

Eddie Via and Rosette Atkins set up chairs and a blanket under a shady tree on Huntington Beach Monday. The Richmond couple detoured from their original plan to visit Virginia Beach on Labor Day, deciding the less traffic they hit, the more relaxing their day would be.

Travel lets Midland Academy Charter teacher show students different perspectives

Through her travel and teaching experience abroad, Sarah Duran finds a way to engage her Midland Academy Charter School students.

Terrell cruises past Greenville, 42-7

Terrell's offense amassed 461 yards of total offense en route to earning a 42-7 victory over Greenville on Friday at Memorial Stadium.

Federer cruises into Open quarters

Even Roger Federer had to say he was sorry for the way he won the pivotal second-set tie-breaker over pal Jurgen Melzer and advanced to the US Open quarter-finals on Monday.

Federer cruises into last eight

Roger Federer continues his smooth progress through the US Open draw with a straight-sets win over Jurgen Melzer in round four.

Charley Hoffman Cruises to Second Career Victory in Deutsche Bank Championship

There was no one working harder this Labor Day than Charley Hoffman , yet he made that hard work look so easy.

Beach Business Boost Welcomed Labor Day

Beach business owners were concerned those who left ahead of Hurricane Earl would not return for the Labor Day holiday, but worries were eased Monday as Eastern Carolina beaches were buzzing with vacationers.

Summer Tourist Season Ends Successfully

Operators of local tourist attractions and area business owners say the struggling economy didn't negatively affect the summer vacation season.

Local deals through your iPhone

Looking for some great local deals at your fingertips? Look no further, Appoola.com is the local web coupon that helps you get deals on everything from spas, salons and restaurants.

Air Safety Board Says Babies Should Have Own Seats

The National Transportation Safety Board is pointing to a deadly Montana plane crash as evidence that children should not sit on adults’ laps.

France travel update: Strike to disrupt trains, planes, subways and buses

Travelers to France, beware: A widespread labor strike that began Monday is already disrupting train travel in France and is expected to spread Tuesday to airports, subways and buses too, the Associated Press is reporting. Getting around by car may not be so easy either. Hundreds of street demonstrations are planned Tuesday throughout France, including Paris, [...]

France travel update: Strike to disrupt trains, planes, subways and buses

Travelers to France, beware: A widespread labor strike that began Monday is already disrupting train travel in France and is expected to spread Tuesday to airports, subways and buses too, the Associated Press is reporting. Getting around by car may not be so easy either. Hundreds of street demonstrations are planned Tuesday throughout France, including Paris, [...]

Nadal cruises into the last 16

RAFAEL Nadal swept into the last 16 at the US Open on Sunday, but Andy Murray’s campaign came to a shuddering halt.

Virtual Goods, Sold Through Real-Life Marketing

Companies including Volvo, H&M and MTV are testing merchandise in virtual worlds to raise awareness of their brands.

Travel › Air France begins A380 Flights between Paris and Tokyo

Air France has launched Airbus A380 flights between Paris and Narita. The aircraft, with registration number F-HPJD, is Air France's fourth A380, and departs Paris…

Harrogate: Royal Pump Room Museum

HARROGATE — "Harrogate is the queerest place with the oddest people living the strangest lives," Charles Dickens once said of this hillside city just down the road from RAF Menwith Hill.