Newport, RI (PRWEB) April 8, 2005
Vacation/destination specialist Wimco announces that two hotels on St. Barts have set rates for multi-night vacation packages in US$ instead of the Euro this spring through October 2005. The Euro is the currency of choice for hotels on this French Caribbean island, although villas are priced in US$ .
(PRWEB) August 23, 2004
WWW.GoCubaPlus.Com a website belonging to the BVI based company Tour and Marketing, International Ltd is one of 5 travel sites distributing Cuban Travel services in various languages and markets which have made significant inroads where the likes of Travelocity and Expedia currently cannot tread due to the current US embargo on Cuba.
Stephen Marshall, the companies CEO and Founder commented
Kingman, AZ (PRWEB) October 11, 2005
You may conserve at home but how do you follow that philosophy on the road when it is out of your control? Or is it? Staying at a eco-friendly hotel, also known as green lodging, is one way enforce your own viewpoint.
Hotels around the world are massive consumers of water and producers of waste. It is up to the hotel to set their own policies and practices about how they deal with the environment. Of course you change the sheets after having houseguests, but do you change your sheets every day on your own bed? Many hotels, even ones that aren’t a eco-friendly hotel otherwise, give you the option of re-using your bedding while at your hotel for a few nights. It is usually done by positioning a card left in the room or leaving towels and linens in a particular manner. Or you may just throw the towels on the floor if you want them washed every time they are used. We’ve all felt those abrasive sandpaper-like towels in some chains so perhaps this would actually help them stay a towel longer as well.
A hotel may use fluorescent light bulbs, which do not waste most of their energy producing heat like incandescent bulbs do. This change is the most significant big money saver on the utility bill. Fluorescent bulbs also rarely need to be replaced, saving the eco-friendly hotel on maintenance in addition to electricity. A eco-friendly hotel policy may conserve water and reduce carbon dioxide gas emissions.
Many common cleaning products can hazardous to both consumers and the environment, so a eco-friendly hotel may use eco-friendly products similar to consumer lines by Seventh Generation (http://www.seventhgeneration.com) or Ecover (http://www.ecover.com).
“Most guests do not know or pay close attention to what is happening behind closed doors of the back rooms, but they may feel better about staying at a place that is concerned for their welfare and the environment,” says Adam Longfellow of AllStays.com, a worldwide hotel lodging directory with a focus on green lodging (http://www.allstays.com/green-hotels/green-hotels.htm). “It may be just the owners or staff that feel strongly about these issues, but more and more guests are paying attention to this whenever possible. The hard part is finding the properties that have implemented good practices. We’ve made it a priority to help with that information.”
Going to green lodging doesn’t have to be more costly. It will most likely save the eco-friendly hotel big money every year. They could save up to 40 percent on energy bills with another 20 percent savings on waste and water bills. And from a consumer standpoint, there are eco-friendly hotels in all price ranges. From a small bed and breakfast to a large luxury hotel, you can find something to make you sleep easier at night.
Almost every aspect of lodging can be improved upon for both guests and the environment. Most of which can save money as well and that is a ingredient in the foundation of any world change. Hotels can go green from the ground up if they are built more efficiently from the start. From orientation of the building to the sun to the use of environmentally friendly and locally sourced building materials. Instead of watering a plain lawn, water fruits and vegetables that can be given to guests. Or use natural landscaping that doesn’t require extra watering at all. A better use of technology and insulation can mean for lower bills and a more quiet guest environment. Hotels can use low or no-VOC (Volatile Organic Chemicals) paints for a more healthy interior. Providing recycle bins for guests to use makes for a more visible statement. Buying “energy star” (http://www.energystar.gov) appliances whenever possible is good for all and saves on utility bills. Use solar water heaters and pumps for pools. Providing maps, information on public transportation and things within walking distance encourages less consumption of fuel. Skylights can save on energy and provide for more pleasant public areas. Use Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights whenever possible, such as exit signage and night lights. They use almost no electricity and last thousands of hours.
If this can become more of a trend, everyone will benefit. Look for a green hotel next time you travel. You may or may not find one where you need to sleep but it’s worth a moment to check first. Ask about environmental policies and show appreciation to the staff when you see green policies in implementation.
What’s the next step? Perhaps a major car rental company can start renting hybrid cars on a large scale basis.
AllStays.com, online since 2000 and based in Arizona (US), lists all kinds of lodging, from bed & breakfasts to yoga retreats and luxury hotels, from primitive campgrounds to motels, haunted hotels and spa resorts. AllStays also links directly to official websites to make sure you have the real scoop on the latest and most accurate information from around the world.
Research, Browse, and book online to stay anywhere on Earth. http://www.allstays.com
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(PRWEB) September 23, 2004
Final Quadrant Solutions (http://www.FinalQuadrant.com), a leading travel technology solutions provider, announces the launch of
Cancun, Mexico (Vocus/PRWEB) March 23, 2011
Acknowledging the need to act against the challenges of climate change, the Cancun hotel consortium Sunset World will take part in the Earth Hour initiative for a second year in a row on Saturday, March 26th, 2011.
Cities around the world will turn off their lights for one hour on Saturday as a tangible commitment to caring for the environment.
Sunset World announced that their hotels Sunset Royal, Sunset Lagoon, Ocean Spa, Sunset Fishermen, and their green resort Hacienda Tres R
Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB) March 24, 2011
Pet Hotels of America, a one-stop pet-friendly travel planning website that allows users to reserve hotels, airlines and car rentals has retained Porter Public Relations. The California-based public relations firm will assist in branding Pet Hotels of America, increasing traffic to its pet-friendly hotels and pet-friendly airlines reservations pages, and promote the company through public relations.
“It is finally possible for people to visit only one place to reserve a pet-friendly hotel; find out about airline pet policies and book a flight; and reserve a car they know will accept pets,” said Leslie Porter, vice president, Porter Public Relations. “It’s the first website of its kind and we are excited about growing it into a household name.”
Porter Public Relations, a full service marketing firm that specializes in media relations and traditional marketing, also will unleash its expertise in social media marketing by taking advantage of the Pet Hotels of America blog, Paws & Claws Daily News.
“Paws & Claws Daily Daily News is where people can find out about the travel website’s weekly Submit Your Pet contest, pet traveling ideas, various pet-friendly hotels and places to visit, and animal health tips by renowned bloggers,” said Porter.
The Porter Public Relations team, many of which are pet owners themselves, accepted the account because it was a niche website, offering many of the basic services that people traveling with pets had to search for in many places prior to its launch.
“With just about every pet-friendly hotel and pet-friendly airline listed, the website is truly a pet-owners dream come true,” said Porter. “Finally there is a way to make traveling with pets in America easy.”
Porter Public Relations specializes in Internet and traditional marketing. Its clients list includes Brain Potential Institute, the country’s premiere brain training center to treat ADD, ADHD, dyslexia and autism; Boeing, the world’s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of jetliners and defense, space ad security systems; Main Street Fair, an online auction and classified ads website; and Sukut Construction, the largest mass excavator and landfill constructor in California. Porter Public Relations services such industries as technology, e-commerce, construction, land development, medical and healthcare.
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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 17, 2011
Joie de Vivre Hotels was awarded the highest customer satisfaction ranking of any American hotel brand in the Upper Upscale category by the 2010 Market Metrix Hospitality Index(MMHI). The MMHI is the largest and most in-depth measure of hotel, airline and car rental performance available today in the hospitality industry, and the 2010 survey results are derived from more than 140,000 customer interviews last year.
Competing in a field of 26 Upper Upscale brands, Joie de Vivre won with a score of 90.4, topping some of the world’s most recognized hotel brands. The boutique hotel company also received the highest score for “Value” among all hotel brands. As a result of the company’s growth, this was the first year it was statistically eligible for the ranking.
“We are extremely proud of every one of our nearly 2,500 hotel employees who are collectively responsible for this achievement,” said Gary Beasley, CEO of Joie de Vivre. “Customer service is at the core of our DNA, so winning this award in our first year of eligibility is great validation that our unique blend of the art and science of hospitality is resonating with our guests.”
“Joie de Vivre has always been exceptionally focused on customer satisfaction and industry statistics show it is the most important driver of loyalty and repeat business,” added Joie de Vivre President and Chief Operating Officer Ingrid Summerfield. She attributed the winning ranking to employees’ passion for customer service, fine-tuned goals, and dynamic and evolving training programs – specifically the launch of the high-impact “Can-Do” attitude coaching program in 2010 and its direct positive effect on the overall guest experience at Joie de Vivre properties.
Also putting Joie de Vivre Hotels on the map the past few years has been the company’s fast-paced expansion coupled with innovative, award-winning marketing and promotional campaigns that have increased brand awareness. The San Francisco-based boutique hotel company currently manages 33 Joie de Vivre branded properties in California as well as two affiliate properties, and is in the midst of an ambitious national expansion program fueled by its recent partnership with Geolo Capital. Joie de Vivre plans to add 20 more properties by 2015 through management agreements, joint ventures and acquisitions. The company announced last month it will open its first hotel outside of California this fall in Scottsdale, Arizona.
About Joie de Vivre Hospitality, LLC
Founded in 1987 by entrepreneur Chip Conley, San Francisco-based Joie de Vivre is known for creating some of the most innovative hospitality services and products and designing one-of-a-kind boutique hotels, restaurants and spas. Geolo Capital, a private equity firm controlled by the family office of John Pritzker, acquired a majority interest in Joie de Vivre in 2010. The firm specializes in hospitality investments and is capitalizing the boutique hotel company’s national expansion. Joie de Vivre currently operates more than 30 boutique hotels under the Joie de Vivre Hotels brand and two affiliate properties, which are slated to join the collection this year.
About MMHI
Based on 35,000 customer interviews conducted each quarter, the Market Metrix Hospitality Index (MMHI) is the largest and most in–depth measure of hospitality company performance available today. Our annual MMHI Awards are coveted by lodging and travel enterprises around the world. These benchmarks, delivered through our flagship product CustomerMetrix™, enable Market Metrix clients to compare their results to competitors by STAR segment, AAA classification, Brand, SMSA, industry averages, performers in the top 10% and other classifications. The MMHI is also available by subscription.
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White Plains, New York (PRWEB) October 25, 2007
Essen Travel (http://www.essentravel.com) provides travelers with detailed sightseeing information for their stay at many Birmingham hotels. This valuable information can make all the difference when it comes to planning the ideal trip to the Birmingham area.
Once you have booked your hotel in Birmingham you will want to take in the sights of the city. Essen Travel has a detailed destination guide that allows you to plan exactly what you want to see and do while visiting the city, eliminating some of the confusion over what to do in the amount of time you have. Some of the highlights of Birmingham include a visit to the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame as well as a trip to the Museum of Art.
Essen Travel has designed their website to include specific information about the location that you are visiting, such as when you are booked at one of the many Birmingham hotels. Specific Birmingham information includes: how to get around the city, the best places to eat and drink, civil rights history, and places of interest just west of the city, such as the town of Bessemer which is home to the Hall of History Museum. Travelers from around the world will find Essen Travel invaluable when it comes to planning and organizing their trip to Birmingham from beginning to end.
Essen Travel has everything you need to plan the ideal vacation or business trip. You will find detailed and searchable information about discount airfare, hotel reservations, and car rentals. Their goal is to ensure that they find you the best deals out there when it comes to travel across the country or around the world, as well as to bring you a general summary of the foods, cultures, and languages you might encounter. Essen Travel will also show you how to get around the area that you plan on visiting so that you can travel with confidence.
For more information about Essen Travel visit http://www.essentravel.com.
About Essen Travel:
Essen Travel (http://www.essentravel.com) can provide you with discount airfare, hotel reservations, and car rentals. Their website has information on thousands of popular vacation destinations both domestic and international. Essen Travel takes pride in being your one-stop online source for travel information and travel deals.
Contact Info:
Name: James Halstead
Address: 333 Mamaroneck Ave
City: White Plains
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Country: United States
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Business Blog: http://iblogit.com/essentravel
Phone: 1-888-290-4213
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White Plains, NY (PRWEB) November 17, 2007
Essen Travel (http://www.essentravel.com) is pleased to announce its new Road Trips feature that allows travelers to find Richmond hotels within hours of their Richmond residence. The concept of this new feature is simple. Begin by entering a starting zip code. Then choose a direction within one to six hours from the starting destination, and see a listing of all the hotels in that area. This unique feature lets people get away for a weekend, without spending a lot of time planning and researching by simply designating the amount of time they want to drive.
Essen Travels new Road Trips feature is a distinctive way that travelers can search out cities in all directions based on their request, providing them with an exciting selection of hotels, attraction, and maps. For those people looking for Richmond hotels, this new feature is a great way to spend less time planning and more time driving.
Essen Travel has everything you need to plan the ideal road trip, vacation or business trip. You will find detailed and searchable information about your next road trip, discount airfare, hotel reservations, and car rentals. Their goal is to ensure that they find you the best deals out there when it comes to travel close to home, across the country, or around the world, as well as to bring you a general summary of the foods, cultures, and languages you might encounter. Essen Travel will also show you how to get around the area that you plan on visiting so that you can travel with confidence.
The new Road Trips feature is just another one of the many tools that Essen Travel offers their customers. Essen Travel continues to remain at the top of the list for exceptional travel websites on the Internet. Their many unique planning features, such as the Road Trips feature, make it possible for people all around the world to travel comfortably, affordably, and without stress.
For more information about Essen Travel visit http://www.essentravel.com.
About Essen Travel:
Essen Travel (http://www.essentravel.com) can provide you with discount airfare, hotel reservations, and car rentals. Their website has information on thousands of popular vacation destinations both domestic and international. Essen Travel takes pride in being your one-stop online source for travel information and travel deals.
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Contact Info:
Name: James Halstead
Address: 333 Mamaroneck Ave
City: White Plains
State: NY
Country: United States
Zip: 10605
Web Address: http://www.essentravel.com
Business Blog: http://iblogit.com/essentravel
Phone: 1-888-290-4213
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White Plains, New York (PRWEB) December 5, 2007
Essen Travel (http://www.essentravel.com) is pleased to announce a new feature on their website. The point and click map feature allows you to quickly find information about hotels no matter where in the world you travel. When traveling in the state of Texas it’s easy to search for Fort Worth hotels that fit your needs and your budget. The point and click map eliminates unnecessary time spent trying to find just the right hotel for you and your family.
Using the point and click map feature is effortless, with fast results. Simply click on the continent of your choice, such as the United States. Then click on the state of Texas, then the city of Fort Worth. The search results will provide multiple hotels in the city for you to select from. This unique feature makes browsing for hotels incredibly efficient for anyone planning to travel.
Essen Travel has everything travelers need to plan the perfect business trip or vacation. Discount airfare, hotel reservations, and car rentals are just some of the travel information details that you will find at Essen. Essen Travel has one goal in mind: to provide you with the best deals possible whether you are traveling close to home or around the world. A general summary of the attractions in the area you are visiting can leave you with a sense of confidence as you travel close or far from home.
Essen Travel provides travelers with specific information about the location they are visiting, such as Fort Worth hotels, as well as many other destinations around the world. Essen’s website includes a detailed destination guide that lets you make plans about what you want to see and do while on vacation. Fort Worth has many attractions of interest, such as art galleries, museums, fine restaurants, and western style bars.
For more information about Fort Worth hotels visit: http://www.essentravel.com .
About Essen Travel:
Essen Travel (http://www.essentravel.com) can provide you with discount airfare, hotel reservations, and car rentals. Their website has information on thousands of popular vacation destinations both domestic and international. Essen Travel takes pride in being your one-stop online source for travel information and travel deals, with many unique features to get you started with your travel plans.
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Contact Info:
Name: James Halstead
Address: 333 Mamaroneck Ave
City: White Plains
State: NY
Country: United States
Zip: 10605
Web Address: http://www.essentravel.com
Business Blog: http://iblogit.com/essentravel
Phone: 1-888-290-4213
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