Author: Maralyn D. Hill

Release: Get ‘Social’ with The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans

NEWS Contact:  Char ThianDirector of Public RelationsThe Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans921 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70112 Direct: (504) 670-2817 and Cell: (504) 343-3316 E-Mail:char.thian@ritzcarlton.com   GET ‘SOCIAL’ WITH THE RITZ-CARLTON, NEW ORLEANS   NEW ORLEANS, La. – June 1, 2012 – Recently, we suggested that you “Take an Easy Trip to the Big Easy” and we listed several mobile apps to help immerse yourself in the culture of New Orleans.   Now, we would like to share some social media platforms and internet tools to help you get ‘social’ with us.  We want to engage in conversations with you and make your stay memorable.   1.      The Ritz-Carlton Mobile App: (launched April 30, 2012) a.       Special Offer Examples:  $99 Ritz-Carlton massage or a complimentary glass of house wine with the purchase of two appetizers. b.      Concierge Tip Example: New Orleans is a walkable city, so bypass the rental car. c.       Hotel Information and Photo Tour: Reserve a room via your smartphone.  Summer rates start at $199 per night. 2.      The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans on Facebook: 11,002 likes/fans a.       Hotel: Brunches, teas, wine dinners, etc. b.      New Orleans: Festivals, concerts, sporting events, etc. c.       The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company’s Facebook page has over 123,000 likes/fans. 3.      foursquare (World Concierge): a.       Concierge Tips: From the French Quarter to the Audubon Zoo, our concierge team gives you the best tips to experience New Orleans like a local. b.      President’s Tip: If you check in on foursquare at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans by...

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Summer at The Chesterfield Palm Beach

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  May 2012 www.chesterfieldpb.com   FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact: Arnelle Kendall Telephone: (561) 330-0850 Email: akendall@rchmail.com   Summer at The Chesterfield Palm Beach ~ USA and Canada Welcome  – Mention Our Promo Code to Receive Special Rate ~ For the first time ever, the award-winning  Chesterfield Palm Beach Hotel  is offering its very Special Summer Rate to all of North America (USA and Canada).   All you have to do is call the hotel directly and mention promo code Chester FL.  So whether you live in Florida or Antarctica and are looking for a relaxing change of pace, this special applies to you. Offered June through October, the Special Summer Rate  includes  continental breakfast for two each morning, free valet parking, and free Wi-Fi in-room and throughout the property.   This special starts at $158.00 for a Superior Queen Room and $192.00 for a Deluxe King.   Offer is not valid with any other promos or discounted rate.  All prices are exclusive of taxes and gratuities and are subject to availability. For details and reservations, please contact The Chesterfield Hotel at (800) 243-7871 or emailbookchpb@rchmail.com.  Visit us online at www.chesterfieldpb.com .   The Chesterfield Palm Beach Nestled in the heart of Palm Beach, The Chesterfield is an elegant four- star boutique hotel that effortlessly combines splendid luxury and outstanding comfort with classic English civility and exceptional personal service.   Just steps from world-famous Worth Avenue and the Atlantic Ocean, it features 52 luxurious guest rooms...

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DMC OLINAD Italy

DMC OLINAD Newsletter Our Way to Be and Our Clients Olinad, the DMC for Italy Click on the picture to open the presentation Our website Our Brochure The Brochure Click on the picture to download the document Our website Incentive Golf: #5 itineraries Ferrari golf balls Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals for Golf Incentives Lake Como: #25 ideas for an incentive programme Lake Como Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals for the Northern Italy Lake Como: a 3-day incentive by Vintage Cars A Duetto Alfa Romeo Click on the picture to  the document Our Proposals for the Northern Italy Lake Como: a 3-day incentive programme by Ferrari The Ferraris ready to leave Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals for the Northern Italy Milan #12 ideas for an incentive programme Milan – The Galleria Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals for the Northern Italy Venice: #13 ideas for an incentive programme Venice – The Doges’ Palace Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals for the Northern Italy Lake Maggiore: #13 ideas for an incentive programme The Islands of Lake Maggiore Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals for the Northern Italy Tuscany: #29 ideas for an incentive programme Pisa – The Leaning Tower Click on the picture to download the document Our Proposals...

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The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa Celebrate with our 10 for $10 Anniversary Package

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa 6902 East Greenway Parkway • Scottsdale • Arizona 85254 Phone: (480) 624-1000 OUR ANNIVERSARY. YOUR REASON TO CELEBRATE. 10 FOR $10 CELEBRATION PACKAGE Book Now In celebration of our 10 year anniversary, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is offering unprecedented savings on ten signature resort experiences. Book your package and choose one of the following signature experiences per night’s stay: $10 Signature Manicure at Agave, the Arizona Spa $10 Signature Pedicure at Agave, the Arizona Spa $10 Round of Golf at Kierland Golf Club $10 Tasting at Deseo or Nellie Cashman’s: choice of one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert $10 Organic Spray Tan (25-minute) at Agave, the Arizona Spa $10 Bubbles n’ Brunch for Two at Nellie Cashman’s (Sunday only) $10 Kid’s Club (Full Day with lunch) for one child $10 Pool Eats at J. Swilling’s Pool Bar & Grill: choice of two appetizers and two main dishes $10 for $60 retail credit at Kierland Golf Club Pro Shop or Agave Spa boutique $10 room amenity: Signature Fruit Basket with Wine and Cheese Take advantage of this exclusive offer with rates from $159 per night! Available for stays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Book online or call 480-624-1202 and ask for rate plan TENTEN. One $10 signature experience per night, based on availability. Rates based on availability, terms and conditions apply. Book Now Terms & Conditions        Maralyn D. Hill   Maralyn D. Hill, The Epicurean Explorer President, International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association Editor-at-Large, CityRoom Blogs: Where and What...

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Survey Results Give Insight Into Mountain Travel Industry’s Social Media Sophistication

PRESS RELEASE May 2012 FOR MORE INFORMATION:Mary Pannullo BCF | 757.497.4811 |mpannullo@boomyourbrand.comKirsten Texler  BCF  l  757.497.4811  l ktexler@boomyourbrand.com www.boomyourbrand.com Results From Survey Give Insight Into Mountain Travel Industry’s Social Media Sophistication   BCF and Mountain Travel Symposium Present Findings and Provide Analysis with Recommendations for Improvement Virginia Beach, Va./Vail, Co., May 1, 2012 –  BCF, a marketing communications firm specializing in marketing travel, hospitality and lifestyle brands, recently partnered with the Mountain Travel Symposium (MTS) to launch the inaugural MTS | BCF Social Media Survey, querying resort leaders about their current social media practices.  Results of the survey were presented at the recent MTS annual conference, held in Squaw Valley, California, prompting a call for industry leaders to implement key findings into prescriptions for change and improvement. The goals of the study were to gauge the effectiveness of social media marketing in the mountain travel industry, to demonstrate how to improve the use of social media and to help ski areas, mountain destinations and lodging properties to calculate a meaningful return on their social media investment.   The MTS | BCF Social Media Survey was created by BCF in conjunction with the Mountain Travel Symposium, the single largest and longest-running annual gathering of mountain travel professionals in North America.  Attendees and other industry professionals were surveyed prior to the event in categories including brand comprehension, engaging target audiences, selecting monitoring tools and turning measurement into insight and value, among others.  “We...

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