2010-09-02

Transparency: Which Countries Have the Most Vacation?

Did you take a vacation this summer? If you did, it was because your company generously allowed you a few paid vacation days. Unlike businesses in these other countries (all members of the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development), U.S. companies are not required to give employees time off. Despite working some of the longest hours in the world, we take very little vacation. No ...

Vancouver: city entertainment meshed with natural beauty only a cheap flight away

Few cultural centers offer the proximity to natural beauty as Vancouver. Whether you are into the arts or can't get enough of outdoor adventures - or both -- you won't be lacking options in this city.

Pocono Resorts Begin Preps for Winter

The Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau announced Tuesday that two marketing agencies have been hired to help attract more tourist to the Poconos.

Harrah's Entertainment Las Vegas Resorts Introduce $39.99* Buffet of Buffets as The Premier Travel Deal

Harrah's Entertainment's family of Las Vegas resorts offers guests an unrivaled deal for those looking for the ultimate Las Vegas value. Â Guests may experience all-day, unlimited access to dine in seven resort buffet restaurants with the Buffet of Buffets pass. Â Travelers are invited to indulge in this one-of-a-kind dining offer, available to guests for an unlimited time. Â The Buffet of ...

MGM Resorts CEO Says Angle Bad For Business

MGM Resorts International Chief Executive Officer Jim Murren believes Sharron Angle's election to the U.S. Senate would hurt Nevada's already struggling economy.

Golf View Penthouse Condo Rental now available through Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rental Company

Lahaina Island Accommodations, a Fort Myers Beach, FL vacation rental company, announced today that they have added a new golf view penthouse condo rental with panoramic Gulf views to their properties.Located in a luxury complex on the south side of Fort Myers Beach, FL, the three-bedroom, two-bath bay front condominium features high ceilings, a spacious floor plan, oversized terrace...

Golf View Penthouse Condo Rental now available through Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rental Company

Lahaina Island Accommodations, a Fort Myers Beach, FL vacation rental company, announced today that they have added a new golf view penthouse condo rental with panoramic Gulf views to their properties.Located in a luxury complex on the south side of Fort Myers Beach, FL, the three-bedroom, two-bath bay front condominium features high ceilings, a spacious floor plan, oversized terrace...

MGM Resorts CEO says Angle bad for business

Political Junkie? Read Anjeanette Damon for the latest Is it fair to blame Sen. Harry Reid for the unemployment rate?

More people went to beach in Imperial Beach - until it got cold

Numbers tallied by lifeguards point to increasing beach use in Imperial Beach — by more than 1 million people from 2005 to 2009 — but it’s not totally clear why.

MGM Resorts CEO says Sharron Angle bad for business

MGM Resorts International Chief Executive Officer Jim Murren says Sharron Angle's election to the U.S. Senate would hurt Nevada's already struggling economy.

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.

Basking in Calaveras County's Golden Glow at Saddle Creek Resort

There are precious few golf destinations that can legitimately be called "hidden gems" these days; journalists such as yours truly make it their mission to explore every inch of the golfing universe in search of them.

Home Front: Sacramento hotels: filling more rooms than last year

Sacramento hotels are filling more rooms in 2010 than last year, hospitality industry analysts PKF Consulting USA and Colliers International reported today.

Ascension Christian cruises to 46-8 win over Ecole Classique

Ascension Christian recorded a season-opening win with a 46-8 rout over Ecole Classique Friday.

Crystal Cruises Voted Favourite Cruise Line: Large Ship at 2010 Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Travel Awards

The discerning readers of Britain's Conde Nast Traveller magazine again voted Crystal Cruises their "Favourite Cruise Line: Large Ship." Â Crystal Cruises also received the highest scores for "facilities/activities" and "value for money." Â The award marks the second time the ultra-luxury line has won in three years. Â The publication's 12th annual Readers' Travel Awards were announced in London ...

Tourist spots, hotels may witness rise in revenue during CWG

Tourist spots and hotels in hill stations like Shimla, Nainital and Mussoorie are expected to rake in the moolah with increased tourist inflow during the Commonwealth Games (CWG) as schools and colleges will remain closed in the capital, an industry body study has said.

N. Jackson cruises to 49-6 win over Douglas

DOUGLAS — The North Jackson Chiefs scored on the first play of the game and cruised to a 49-6 win in a Class 4A, Region 7 opener Friday night at Arthur Jarvis Stadium.

Don't stop at Facebook: Make vacation photos pop with framed, layered prints

At a time when many summer vacation photos are snapped with cellphones and posted on Facebook, the notion of printing and framing pictures seems downright quaint.

Skyline cruises past Stafford in week 1 win

Skyline head coach Jon Novotny knows how tough it can be to win ballgames. Last year’s 3-6 record and near playoff berth was the first real taste of success the Thunderbirds have had in his tenure.

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.

Air Canada, WestJet traffic up in August

August was a busy month in the skies as both Air Canada and WestJet flew more passengers thanks in part to large-scale seat sales.

Djokovic cruises at US Open

NEW YORK — What could have been a great day for American tennis instead turned into a dominating afternoon for Novak Djokovic.

Hot spots prep for onslaught of demanding stars

Discreet dinner reservations are rolling in, personal shoppers are prepping, and hotels and spas are setting the mood.

Proof that skiers are too pampered

Recently, The Canyons ski resort in Park City, Utah, announced some new features the resort will be rolling out this winter: two new chairlifts, a new gondola portal, 300 acres of expanded terrain and some improved snowmaking facilities. Their new bubble chair is what caught my attention. They're calling...

THE TOP SKI RESORTS FOR COUPLES IN FRANCE

TRAVPR.COM UK - September 7th, 2010 - With so many alpine resorts clamoring for your attention the noise can be almost deafening, to help filter out the appealing from the appalling here are four top French ski resorts for couples.ChamonixFor total immersion in snow and mountain culture, Chamonix is near impossible to beat. Renowned for its embracing of all things extreme and alternative,...

Dinner cruises planned in Kennewick in October

The Portland Spirit, the flagship of the Portland Spirit sternwheeler fleet, will be in the Tri-Ci

Royal Caribbean opens office in Mexico

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. said Tuesday it will open a corporate office in Mexico City as demand increases for cruises in Mexico.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Global Spa Concept

White Plains, N.Y.-based Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. has announced the launch of Shine for Sheraton, a new global spa concept.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Global Spa Concept

White Plains, N.Y.-based Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. has announced the launch of Shine for Sheraton, a new global spa concept.

America's Travel Leaders & Food Expert Andrew Zimmern Hide 'Trip of a Lifetime' Somewhere in the Twin Cities

With an innovative online treasure hunt, Travel Leaders and world-traveling food expert Andrew Zimmern are teaming up to give away a gourmet trip of a lifetime to Mexico this fall. Travel Leaders' Pursuit of Paradise will offer clues via Facebook, Twitter and other social media portals.

Shubh Hotels Pittsburgh Files for Bankruptcy With Debt of $100 Million

Shubh Hotels Pittsburgh has filed for bankruptcy protection and says it owes creditors as much as $100 million.

Royal Caribbean to Open Office in Mexico and Enters Preferred Distribution Partnership With American Express

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. announced today it will establish a dedicated corporate office in Mexico City in response to the increasing interest in cruising in Mexico.Â The new office will open in December 2010 to support the Sales, Marketing and Commercial Operations for the company's three cruise brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises. Â

Top Travel Marketing Work Being Submitted For HSMAI Adrian Awards

Considered one of the most prestigious awards in travel marketing, the deadline to submit entries in The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) 54th annual HSMAI Adrian Awards competition is Sept. 10, 2010.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Announces New Global Spa Concept

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 hotels and resorts. Sheraton has ...

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Announces New Global Spa Concept

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 hotels and resorts. Sheraton has ...

Travel chaos in London

Millions of Londoners and tourists faced travel chaos today as workers on the city's Underground network staged a 24-hour strike over planned job cuts.

Travel Trailer Jackknifes On I-5 In Salem

A travel trailer overturned on Interstate 5 northbound Monday morning and blocked freeway lanes for about two hours.

Why Does Everybody Want to Be Groupon?

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Groupon must be blushing.

Air Canada's Aug passenger levels flat, WestJet falls

Air Canada said on Tuesday passenger levels for August remained flat, while WestJet Airlines Ltd reported a lower load factor for the same month.

Beautyinthebag.com Celebrates Two Years of Beauty Trailblazing

If beauty is your passion, Beautyinthebag.com is the ultimate online resource for sophisticated cosmetic beauty consumers who mean business. With aesthetics industry news & global trend features, product and treatments reviews, and weekly interviews with beauty leaders and cosmetic doctors, we are helping consumers make educated purchasing decisions before they hit the shops, spas and clinics.

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.

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?

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.