Global Traveler Magazine Announces Online & Magazine Contests for Alitalia Airlines, Czech Airlines, Varig Brazilian Airlines, Westin Hotels and Resorts and Tourism Ireland

Yardley, PA (PRWEB) September 7, 2004

Global Traveler, the only U.S.-based magazine written for the frequent-traveling executive, is rewarding readers with sweepstakes-style drawings for business-class tickets to Italy, Prague, Sao Paulo and Dublin. Winners of each contest, featured in Global Traveler magazine and on its Web site at http://www.globaltravlerusa.com, are selected by random drawing.

-Tourism Ireland is offering two Aer Lingus Premiere business-class tickets from U.S. gateways to Dublin, plus accommodations for three nights at the Westin Dublin overlooking Trinity College. There’s nothing like the warmth of the Irish people.

-Varig Brazilian Airways is offering two business-class tickets from New York to Sao Paulo via its new Boeing 777 non-stop service to Brazil. Sao Paulo is a fascinating and vibrant destination for any traveler.

-Alitalia is offering two Magnifica Class (business-class) tickets from U.S. gateways to Rome. All roads lead to Rome, and Global Traveler can get you there in style!

-Czech Airlines (CSA) is offering two business-class tickets from U.S. gateways to Prague, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

For complete contest rules, visit http://www.globaltravelreusa.com or pick up a copy of Global Traveler magazine.

Featuring an eye-catching design, captivating photography and informative editorial, Global Traveler offers no-nonsense news, information and tips for frequent business travelers, but also takes into account the leisure interests of executive travelers. “Fine Vines,” a regular column by noted wine expert Eunice Fried, profiles the wines of one of Global Traveler’s featured destinations. Emily Aanderud, former editor at Condé Nast Women’s Sports & Fitness and ELLE magazines, writes about fashion trends for executive travelers in her monthly column, “Fashion on the Fly.” Alexandra Kirkman, a staff writer for Forbes magazine, weighs in each month with information about new travel gadgets in her column, “Tech Toys.”

Other regular features include “Day Off,” a point-by-point itinerary for making the most of limited “between meeting” free time during business travel; “Bon Vivant,” a profile of a renowned chef including a selection of signature recipes to try at home; “GTEE,” an overview of a well-known golf destination; “Travel Rx,” need-to-know medical information for safe travel; “Off the Beaten Path,” a guide to an up-and-coming business destination; and “Kicking Back,” a comprehensive article about a well-known — or perhaps not-so-well-known — leisure destination.

With an ABC-audited circulation of 60,238, Global Traveler is available nationally in top U.S. cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York and San Francisco. Global Traveler is also available in select airline lounges including Alitalia Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, EVA Airlines, China Airlines, Finnair, Malaysia Airlines, South African Airways, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines and at select newsstands and bookstores. Global Traveler is published by FXExpress Publications, Inc.

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HPL Hotels & Resorts launches redesigned website for Hard Rock Hotels

HPL Hotels & Resorts (PRWEB) October 31, 2002 -

based hospitality management company and a wholly owned subsidiary of main-board listed Hotel Properties Limited (HPL), launches the new, improved Hard Rock Hotels, Bali and Pattaya’s website at http://www.hardrockhotels.net.

The new website includes a fresh design to achieve a uniform look and style for the two Hard Rock Hotels in Asia. The site also incorporates new features such as a secured site for credit card reservations, which allows instant confirmation on the availability of rooms, thus reduces the waiting time for our customers.

Since the Hard Rock Hotels, Bali and Pattaya came under the folds of HPL Hotels & Resorts, the corporate office wants a web presence that is reflective of the Hard Rock brand, current, hip, fun, and yet functional. “We believe we have achieved this goal with our new site. Besides highlighting and providing concise information of the facilities and packages we offer, the new site has an eye-catching design that parallels the image of Hard Rock brand, as well as provide better, faster and simpler navigation and ease of use,” said Edmund Nicholas, vice president of marketing for HPL Hotels & Resorts.

Added Edmund, “At the same time, we wanted to update the look and feel of the website, to ensure that the web design complements with the hotels’ other collateral materials.”

The new site is much more comprehensive than the previous site, with new features and functionality that provide users a convenient online experience. Users are able to submit queries, reviews on the hotels, make room reservations and join the mailing list online, without the hassle of calling or waiting. Links are also provided for the other properties managed by HPL Hotels & Resorts.

“We recognise the increasing effectiveness of Internet marketing as well as database marketing. We intend to leverage on this new website and its new features to increase our database and to aggressively use this platform as one of our marketing tools,” said Edmund.

The new site allows both HPL Hotels & Resorts and the Hard Rock Hotels the flexibility to modify and update the site on an on-going basis, to communicate with the users, as well as provide a platform for any addition of Hard Rock Hotels in the region. This regional website is the first step for HPL Hotels & Resorts in aiming to harmonise its communication of the Hard Rock brand in the region.

About HPL Hotels & Resorts

Headquartered in Singapore, HPL Hotels & Resorts is a hospitality management company, operated and wholly owned by Singapore main-board listed, Hotel Properties Limited (HPL). Associated with some of the most prominent brands, HPL operates luxury resorts, business hotels, theme hotels and hotel apartments worldwide, offering distinct experiences ranging from lifestyle hotels to adventure and eco-tourism.

Today, HPL Hotels & Resorts manages the activities of seven hotels and two boutique resorts in the Asia-Pacific region, with a total of 2,870 rooms. These include, Concorde Hotel Singapore, Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Concorde Hotel Shah Alam, Concorde Inn Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Concorde Hotel Gold Coast – Australia, The Lakehouse in Cameron Highlands – Malaysia, Casa del Mar in Langkawi – Malaysia; as well as the Hard Rock Hotels in Bali – Indonesia and Pattaya – Thailand. For more information, visit http://www.hplhotels.com.

HPL Hotels & Resorts launches redesigned website for Hard Rock Hotels

Far East Organization Launches Village Hotels & Residences

Singapore (PRWEB) November 3, 2009

Singapore’s largest private property developer and largest hospitality provider, Far East Organization, launched its new hospitality brand – Village Hotels & Residences – on Friday, 30 Oct, 2009. Comprising three hotels and four residences which were drawn from its hospitality portfolio of 17 properties the new brand draws inspiration and vitality from the surrounding precincts to provide guests with a truly experiential stay.

Far East Organization’s Executive Director Mr Chia Boon Kuah said, “Far East Organization created its Hospitality division Far East Hospitality in 2005, and has since developed compelling models of hotel and residence ownership and operation. We now have the people and processes that define our unique DNA to enable us to stake our claim as a serious and experienced hospitality operator.”

Far East Hospitality’s value proposition comes from the range of choices it presents to its guests, the total accommodation experience from sleep to shower to connectivity and a robust operating model that yields high levels of efficiency and profitability. Through a streamlined service infrastructure, Far East Hospitality pools common resources such as housekeeping services, human resource, finance, sales and marketing to deliver highly efficient operations. Leveraging on this, its management teams are now better able to add value to guests’ experience, by bringing out the best in Asian hospitality with service that is genuine, thoughtful, and detailed. The new Village brand will present a unique made-in-Singapore hospitality experience.

Mr Chia added, “The articulation of our new Village brand signals Far East Organization’s aspiration and readiness to grow its hospitality presence, locally and overseas. A defined brand would enable travellers and business partners to recognise and appreciate what Far East Hospitality delivers, and provide the platform to drive business expansion.”

“Through rigorous training programmes, our staff have been trained to deliver the Village brand attributes experience, local and friendly consistently across properties. The Organization’s proven expertise and track record of knowing what works will provide the catalyst for Village to travel. In introducing the Village brand, our key priority is to sustain the high level of operational excellence and service delivery. We envisage adding 15 new Village properties in the next five years in target markets such as China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam,” elaborated Mr Chia.

Asia is currently a high growth area for hospitality offerings. Despite the difficult times during the last year with the global economic uncertainty, Singapore is still on track to achieve its goal of 17 million visitors in 2015. A recent Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) report also predicts that Asia Pacific tourism revenues will top US$ 4.6 trillion by the end of next year. PATA, which conducts independent research on travel trends, has predicted that international arrivals to Southeast Asia will grow to nearly 77 million by 2011, while arrivals to Northeast Asia will leap to 240 million in two years’ time up from the 206 million achieved in 2007.

On the ground, hospitality asset owners in Asia are seeking partners to prepare for the next wave of growth, noted Mr Chia.

Mr Raphael Saw, Director of Hospitality Operations, Far East Organization, said, “Branding brings with it long-term benefits such as talent attraction, effective marketing and customer loyalty.” He continued, “With the Village brand, we aim to provide not just rooms but rooms with experiential stays. We wish for guests to experience and discover the rich cultures and heritage of the surrounding precincts. In this regard, we have commissioned our very own Village Walking Guide, which highlights interesting attractions, local food selections, and merchants.”

Approximately $ 12.5 million has been invested so far on refurbishing the properties, service training, and back-end operations, among others. A similar amount is expected to be invested over the next three years to strengthen the brand’s presence.

About Village Hotels & Residences

Village Hotels & Residences is a new hospitality brand of Far East Organization. Village is characterised by the consistent delivery of a stay experience which is authentic, friendly and enables guests to also experience and explore the local culture and indigenous offerings of the communities where the properties are located. Guests will remember their stays as being comfortable and memorable, characterised by the easy, relaxed interaction with staff and other guests. Village comprises Albert Court Village Hotel, Changi Village Hotel, Landmark Village Hotel, Central Square Village Residences and Riverside Village Residences, Hougang Village Residences and West Coast Village Residences. Drawing inspiration and vitality from their surrounding precincts, the seven properties have been carefully chosen for their strategic locations in the heart of Singapore’s diverse enclaves of culture and heritage as well as key business hubs. Please visit “http://www.stayvillage.com” for more information.

Far East Organization is the largest private property developer in Singapore and one of the biggest real estate groups in Asia. Far East Organization owns and operates the largest corporate leasing and hospitality portfolio in Singapore, including six hotels and 11 residences with 1735 rooms and over 1200 apartments respectively.

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Exciting Oman -- Olympic Village, Award-Winning Luxury Hotels and Exotic Adventure Trails Among Others

(Vocus) October 17, 2008

Not just another remote exotic locale named by Vogue Magazine as the 2008 destination of the year, Oman seems to be holding her own in the way of attracting international public interest, not to mention tourist dollars.

First on the list is by being chosen to host the second Asian Beach Games in 2010 after Bali. The initial phase of construction for the Olympic village is successfully underway in a picturesque area near the coastal town of Mussanah, an hour’s drive from Muscat, Oman’s capital city.

By hosting the Asian Beach Games, Oman will also benefit from the legacy of world-class sporting facilities, one three-star hotel, and meeting and conference facilities that will eventually draw numerous future luxury developments.

Luxury travel lifestyle is already a big part of Omani tourism. Visitors to The Chedi, Muscat were so taken by the magnificent luxury resort that they ranked it tops in Condē Nast Traveller magazine’s Readers Travel Awards 2008 out of all the hotels in the Middle East, Africa and the Indian Ocean.

Director-General of Tourism Promotion Mr Salim Al-Mamari is working intensively with their appointed ASEAN representative, Stellar Consulting Group, to further promote Oman in Asia. Currently countries such as Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand are the key focus because travellers are more cosmopolitan, travel-savvy and constantly looking for new avenues of exploration.

According to Hazik Mohamed, MD of Stellar Consulting Group, “Oman makes a great candidate for a new destination among these travellers as the country features diverse real estate which home a wide-range of popular tourist attractions. Large hotels and tourist resorts draw in the crowds as well as wadis, deserts, beaches, and mountains are areas which make Oman unique to its neighboring countries such as Pakistan, Bahrain, Yemen and the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E).”

For instance, Jebel Shams is Oman’s tallest mountain or highest point at 3,000 metres, and is a popular destination for tourists who like to go mountain-crossing, for it is also known as the Grand Canyon of the Middle East and it offers spectacular sights.

Tourists may also enjoy more adventurous or eco-travel activities such as sand skiing in the desert, mountain-climbing, base-jumping, and caving or spelunking. The international reputation for diving in Oman is also growing tremendously as it is seen as one of the best undiscovered marine sanctuaries in the world.”

About Stellar Consulting Group (StellarCG)

StellarCG is a next generation destination marketing firm that focuses on connecting little-known tourist destinations regionally in Southeast Asia. Its practice draws on a wealth of global experience providing innovative strategies for the current climate of travel and tourism industry. With its strategic alliances, StellarCG is better positioned to formulate strategies that allow destinations to gain a competitive edge while attracting wealthier, more responsible segments of the international tourism market.

The firm helps a wide clientele in both the private and public sectors locally as well as internationally.

For more information, visit : http://www.stellarcg.com/oman

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Exciting Oman -- Olympic Village, Award-Winning Luxury Hotels and Exotic Adventure Trails Among Others