Author: Maralyn D. Hill

Spring Break Travel to the Lost City and Enchanted Isles, Machu Picchu and The Galapagos Islands

Posted by | Mar 16, 2014 | |

Boston, Massachusetts (March 3, 2014) – Andean Discovery is offering travel to two bucket list destinations, Machu Picchu and The Galapagos Islands, with The Lost City and Enchanted Isles tour. When booking this trip, travelers will receive expert navigation through two of the most desired vacation destinations in the world, as well as detailed information about the regional biology and cultural history along the way. Explore the ancient city ruins of the Inca Empire at Machu Picchu, then snorkel through The Galapagos Islands and encounter some of the most extraordinary animal species on the planet. The Lost City and Enchanted Isles itinerary consists of: • 12 nights /13 days of travel to Machu Picchu and The Galapagos Islands • Private tours with professional Andean Discovery guide(s) • Accommodations based on double occupancy • Five-day cruise on the first-class Santa Cruz yacht • Activities, transfers and meals Rates for travel to The Lost City and Enchanted Isles start at $4,190, based on a group of four.  For more information, visitwww.andeandiscovery.com or call 1-800-893-0916. Andean Discovery specializes exclusively in cultural journeys and active travel to Peru, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. With U.S. headquarters and local offices in Quito and Cusco, Andean Discovery tailors unique itineraries that are designed to meet specific interests, schedule and budget. The expert guides and staff at Andean Discovery meticulously coordinate all aspects of a trip to ensure a safe...

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Thom Filicia, renowned New York Designer partners with award winning Hospitality Brand

Posted by | Mar 15, 2014 | |

Trouble viewing this email? Click here. VISIT OUR INFORMATION CENTER LOCATED AT GRACE BAY CLUB OR CONTACT 649-946-4474 | EMAIL: info@tcsothebysrealty.com GBResidences.com Follow Grace Bay Club Affiliated to:   Maralyn D. Hill, M.Ed.,  The Epicurean Explorer Executive Editor, LuxeBeatMag.com Freelance Lifestyle Journalist International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) Board Member, Co-Chair Conference & Media Trip Committee, Past President Member: Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) Member: Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Blogs: Where and What in the World & Success with Writing https://authorcentral.amazon.com Follow me: @maralynhill google.com/+MaralynHill831 FB: http://www.facebook.com/The.Epicurean.Explorer,,  http://www.facebook.com/WhereandWhat.intheWorld, http://www.facebook.com/Success.With.Writing Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/maralynhill We welcome press releases on the food, wine, travel, and items related to the hospitality industry. We receive emails with more than we can post to our service. If you would like to post a press release, please click the the submission tab to get the form to upload your release. You can also upload three photos. It will go in pending and be scheduled, unless it is unappropriate. This will enable more of you to have your releases up in a timely...

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Global Hotel Alliance Celebrates Ten Years Press Release

Posted by | Mar 14, 2014 | |

GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE CELEBRATES TEN YEARS With 23 member brands and 425 hotels, the alliance has become a recognised platform for independent brands to compete head-on with the mega-chains Dubai, March 5, 2014 Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) was founded in Berlin in 2004, with the goal of helping independent, upscale and luxury hotel brands to compete with the mega-chains, while enabling members to retain their individual identities. Ten years later, GHA’s members are gathering in Berlin at ITB to celebrate their 10th Anniversary at a gala customer event at Hotel Adlon Kempinski, where the creation of the alliance was first announced exactly ten years ago. Of the original four founding brands, Kempinski, Rydges & Pan Pacific are still members [Wyndham was replaced by Omni in 2006] and they have been joined by another 19 brands in the intervening years. GHA also has MICROS (NASDAQ: MCRS), the hotel industry’s leading technology company, as a partner and shareholder, and today boasts one of the most sophisticated multi-brand CRS and CRM platforms on the market. Chris Hartley, who has been CEO of GHA from day one, is leading the celebrations in Berlin, and is still as enthusiastic as ever about what GHA is creating: “Few people thought we would survive more than a couple of years, which is typical of cross-brand partnerships in our industry. However, we had a clear financial objective in mind,...

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What’s New in Greater Phoenix March 2014

Posted by | Mar 13, 2014 | |

What’s New in Greater Phoenix? March 2014 CITY NEWS American Airlines announces its move to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport’s Terminal 4. With the terminal move, American Airlines’ customers will now have access to three US Airways Clubs and the airport’s newest dining options. Read more RESORT NEWS Spring Training is in full swing in Phoenix throughout March, and several hotels and resorts are offering baseball-themed packages that include special rates, dining credits and even complimentary beer. Read more ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT Hollywood Costume makes its West Coast debut at Phoenix Art Museum March 26 –July 6. The exhibit features iconic costumes from blockbuster movies, and this is its first and only showing west of the Mississippi. Read more SPORTS/GOLF The Arizona Diamondbacks will host the first-ever Zero-Waste game on March 13. Fans will be asked to recycle or compost all solid and food wastes generated at the game. Read more SPA Guests who present their ticket stub from a Cactus League Spring Training game can receive a discounted treatment at Agave, The Arizona Spa at The Westin Kierland Resort. Read more DINING Arizona Restaurant Week returns May 17-26 with an anticipated 150 restaurants. This is the ideal way for foodies to sample fare from the state’s brightest culinary talents. Read more Visit Phoenix offers Customized Media Tours to aid qualified journalists. View complete list of upcoming group media tours. Submit a request for Individual Media Tour For more...

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Could Sydney Be Anymore Vivid

Posted by | Mar 12, 2014 | |

Could Sydney be any more Vivid? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Are you ready for Vivid 2014? The Sydney Vivid Festival is world renowned. Are you ready to shine? We’ve got the full story on Sydney Vivid 2014. We think it’s time to plan and pack! Find out more and see some magnificent images here: http://www.thismagnificentlife.com Copyright © 2014_thismagnificentlife.com All rights reserved.   Maralyn D. Hill, M.Ed.,  The Epicurean Explorer Executive Editor, LuxeBeatMag.com Freelance Lifestyle Journalist International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) Board Member, Co-Chair Conference & Media Trip Committee, Past President Member: Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) Member: Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Blogs: Where and What in the World & Success with Writing https://authorcentral.amazon.com Follow me: @maralynhill google.com/+MaralynHill831 FB: http://www.facebook.com/The.Epicurean.Explorer,,  http://www.facebook.com/WhereandWhat.intheWorld, http://www.facebook.com/Success.With.Writing Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/maralynhill We welcome press releases on the food, wine, travel, and items related to the hospitality industry. We receive emails with more than we can post to our service. If you would like to post a press release, please click the the submission tab to get the form to upload your release. You can also upload three photos. It will go in pending and be scheduled, unless it is unappropriate. This will enable more of you to have your releases up in a timely...

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