If you’ve visited Thailand, you’ve likely noticed the hospital VIP lounges in the airports catering to the so-called “medical” tourist. Those tourists who come to Thailand from wealthy countries for low-cost, high-quality (in many cases, but not all) medical care…
BETHESDA, Md., July 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. News & World Report has named Marriott Rewards the top hotel loyalty program in its recent survey of hotel and airline frequent travel programs. Cited for having no blackout dates and a portfolio of more than 3,700 hotels…
I recently had the opportunity to visit Coda del Pesce on the Isle of Plams, South Carolina, with two friends who had been on previous occasions. They asked me to join them for a 5-course tasting menu. The restaurant sits…
I had fond memories of my June 2011 trip to Atlanta’s Woodfire Grill restaurant, and was very excited to return. The last time I wrote about Woodfire grill, Chef Kevin Gillespie (of Top Chef fame) was at the helm. I…
Refinery Hotel in New York provides guests with an exclusive lookout at Manhattan skyline under OpenAire roof OAKVILLE, Ontario, July 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Located in Manhattan’s Fashion District, Refinery Hotel is now welcoming guests to its newly opened Rooftop, featuring a retractable roof designed,…
Four Seasons Enters South Africa with Spectacular Location Cliffside Johannesburg property offers the city’s best views TORONTO, July 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Four Seasons continues to expand its presence in Africa, signing a long term management agreement with the owners of The…
CHICAGO, July 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — For A Cause announces Walk The World https://awalkaroundtheworld.org, a new kind of walking vacation that will take place at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, November 14-18, 2013. Walk The World combines two great experiences into one, a visit to the Walt…
SAN FRANCISCO, July 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Originally built in 1928, Kimpton’s Sir Francis Drakeunveils the completion of its multi-million dollar renovation during its 85th anniversary. The iconic boutique hotel sits 21 stories high in the heart of the city, mere steps from…
PORTLAND, Ore., July 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Fall is a great time to visit Oregon Wine Country. Visitors can experience the harvest and some of the most spectacular weather the state has to offer. And this year, enjoying Oregon wines once you get home…
PARK RIDGE, N.J., July 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ) announces that it has transitioned its car rental fleet to non-smoking as part of the Company’s commitment to provide the cleanest fleet in the car rental industry. “Hertz is committed to providing customers with…
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading global hotel companies, is proud to announce the signing of a management agreement with Société Foncière Lyonnaise (SFL) for the development of Hotel Indigo Paris – Opera, France. Located just a…
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a wholly owned Hyatt subsidiary plans to enter the all-inclusive segment in partnership with Playa Hotels & Resorts. Playa was created with the goal of becoming a leading owner, operator and developer of…
I’ve been spending time in Thailand since December of 2005. I thought of Thailand as an amazing vacation destination and a country where I could help wonderful people who were in need. You see, I stepped off an airplane in…
My United Airlines mileage account has 2,377 miles in it, and they’re going to expire in about a month. So what should I do with them. Many of my friends who are in the same boat often say to me,…
Marriott is running a few promotions right now, and I was able to find some pretty good deals using these discount codes: Atlanta weekend rates from $89 – Choose from 10+ hotels. (Valid Friday – Sunday stays) I was able…
First2Board is excited to launch two new services – Fare Magnet and AwardSeat.com Fare Magnet is attracting airfares from around the web. We’re bringing you great flight deals that will appeal to the leisure traveler, frequent traveler and even the…