Global Hotel Exchange Adds 1,000 Extra Hotels, Takes California by Storm
The online travel agency postponed its official launch due to high sing up demand
Global Hotel Exchange, an online travel agency launching their very own business model for the hotel and accommodation industry, has recently signed over 1,000 new hotels through the California Lodging Industry Association and Independent Lodging Industry Association. The high demand for new hotels to be added to Global Hotels Exchange has forced the company to postpone the official launch, initially announced for last month, and push it to March 2012. Read more…
New Radisson Blu Hotel Opened in Doha, Qatar
The Rezidor Hotel Group is the latest global hotel company to enter the Qatar tourism and accommodation market. They have started with the launch of a new Radisson Blu Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The new venue will not be built from scratch; it will actually replace the existing Ramada Plaza Doha, which currently has 583 guest rooms. The transformation into Radisson Blu will be completed in the fall. The Rezidor Group chose to make their debut in Qatar with their core brand in the upper upscale hotel market segment, the Radisson Blu, which by definition offers contemporary architecture and design, as well signature services, thus targeting business travelers and leisure guests with a taste for luxury accommodation. Read more…
Three of the Best UK Camper Inns
One of my favourite ways to explore the U.K. is to travel to the camper inns that are located widely round the country. I enjoy visiting camper inns because they offer holidaymakers a nifty way to see beautiful places in the U.K. without spending too much money to do so.
Castle Inn Caravan Park, North Yorkshire
- Tariffs: £12.00-£20.00 per night per person.
- Best Time to Visit: May to December.
Located about 16 minutes north of York, the Castle Inn Caravan Park is open from March to January. It features 18 permanent pitches that are ideal for setting up a camper. Each pitch is equipped with electricity and easy access to wash rooms and restroom facilities. Read more…
5 Star Hotels in India to Stay at While on Vacation
When it comes to exotic destinations, India is becoming an increasingly popular choice for travelers. But like any international trip, there is a lot of planning required. Fortunately, hotel booking is relatively easy as you can normally book reservation online and when you shop around, you’ll usually find cheap hotels that are still near 5-star quality.
Here are a few of India’s premier hotels that you can stay at for reasonable rates: Read more…
Five Melbourne Tours You Should Go On
Melbourne is the capital city of the state of Victoria in Australia. The city was established in 1835 and today is the second most populated city (after Sidney). Melbourne is located on the southeast coast of the continent and covers an area of 3,400 square miles.
Tourists flock to Australia each year and Melbourne is a popular destination. If you’ve never been to Australia, or Melbourne in particular, you may want to consider one of the many tours offered. Here are the top five tours offered, in no particular order: Read more…
W Hotels Premiers in Russia with W St. Petersburg
W Hotels Worldwide has made its debut in Russia by opening its first hotel, W St. Petersburg. This first hotel in Russia, owned by Real Estate Development Ltd., was designed to offer guests a contemporary lifestyle experience. It features 137 guest rooms, a signature restaurant miX, bar and rooftop lounge by three Michelin star chef Alain Ducasse, and a signature spa.
Located right in the center of “Venice of the North,” the hotel aims to bring additional vibrancy to a city recognized as historic host for the Russian social elite and aristocracy. W St. Petersburg was designed Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel Partners who drew inspiration from the architectural ancestry of the city and chose the jewel-tones of the world renowned Fabergé Egg as their color muse. Read more…
Courtyard by Marriott Launches Weekend Deals for this Summer
US and Canada travelers planning a weekend getaway this summer will benefit from the newly launched special offer of Courtyard by Marriott. Starting today and until September 5th, a weekend stay at all participating Courtyard hotels across the North American continent will cost between 69 and 129 US dollars per night.
With weekend getaways and short trips being very popular this year, many travelers plan to take at least one such brief vacation this summer. Courtyard has come up with a great deal to capitalize on these very travel plans US and Canadian travelers are currently making. Read more…
