WINGER, INK. - PRWeb Press Release Account Feed http://www.rsspad.com/rss2a/73253.xml WINGER, INK. - Press Releases en xml@emediawire.com xml@emediawire.com 30 Mona Lisa Suite Hotel: Construction Nears Completion in Celebration, Fla. -- All-Suite Luxury Hotel Scheduled to Open in November 2007 http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/09/prweb555259.htm Developers of the new 240-room Mona Lisa Suite Hotel in Celebration, Fla., today announced that significant exterior work is now complete on the luxury all-suite hotel. Interior work is currently underway and the property landscaping is scheduled to begin later this month. The hotel, which is seeking a Green Lodging Certification from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), will feature 93 one- and 147 two-bedroom suites ranging in size from 704 to 1,267 square feet. The $70 million project is under construction five miles south of Walt Disney World at the intersection of Interstate 4 and U.S. Highway 192. The hotel is scheduled to open in November 2007. (PRWeb Sep 24, 2007)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/09/prweb555259.htm Worldhotels-The Americas Partners with US Airways’ Travel Award Program; Now Boasts Largest Airline Partner Portfolio of any Independent Hotel Group http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/06/prweb401088.htm WorldHotels, the Americas, the global hotel group for independent hotels and regional hotel brands, announced that it has signed an agreement with US Airways to become a participant in the airline’s Dividend Miles program effective immediately. The company’s portfolio of 16 airline partners is now the largest of any independent hotel group. (PRWeb Jun 20, 2006)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/06/prweb401088.htm Travel Agents Are Invited to Experience San Juan’s Normandie Hotel at a Special, Limited-Time Rate http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/05/prweb389004.htm The historic Normandie Hotel is inviting travel agents to personally experience the boutique, ocean-liner shaped hotel for only $110 per night. For this rate, travel professionals will stay in one of the hotel’s spacious Junior Suites, enjoy continental breakfast for two in the Atrium Café, be treated to a 10 percent discount in the full-service N Spa, and receive a complimentary room upgrade (based on availability). This promotional rate is available June 1 through September 30, 2006. (PRWeb May 23, 2006)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/05/prweb389004.htm Worldhotels in Germany Offer Special World Cup 2006 'Hideaway Promotion' http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/04/prweb378570.htm World Cup fever will take hold in Germany this June when the XVIII FIFA World Cup™ welcomes the world’s top 32 soccer teams to compete. During the month-long event, more than 30 Worldhotels’ properties within close proximity to tournament venues will offer a special Hideaway Package. The packages include 1,000 miles per stay from any of Worldhotels’ 12 airline partners, plus additional amenities and services that vary by hotel and destination. All packages include a minimum length of stay, and run June 9 through July 9. Complete information can be found online at www.worldhotels.com/worldcup; click on the “Hideaway Promotion” button. (PRWeb Apr 28, 2006)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/04/prweb378570.htm Worldhotels Offers 'Suite Miles and Nights in the City' Promotion http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/04/prweb376767.htm Worldhotels has launched a two-part promotional program – “Suite Miles and Nights in the City” – which rewards guests 5,000 miles for every night they stay in a member hotel suite. The miles are credited to the guest’s choice of 12 frequent flyer programs*. The promotion, which is commissionable, runs now through May 31st and again September 1st through November 30th. More than 50 members of Worldhotels’ Deluxe Collection worldwide are participating in the program. (PRWeb Apr 25, 2006)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/04/prweb376767.htm San Juan's Normandie Hotel Offers “Summer Blast" Package http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/04/prweb375357.htm The historic Normandie Hotel, located between the Condado area and Old San Juan in Puerto Rico, is inviting couples to have a blast this summer with a special package for only $95 (per person/double occupancy). The “Summer Blast” packages includes a continental breakfast for two, welcome rum drink for two, a 10 percent discount at the N-Spa, a 10 percent discount at the hotel’s Atrium Café & Wine Bar, plus a $60 credit for either a tour of the Yunque Rainforest, Bacardi Rum Factory, Captain Duck Tours "Boat Bus" or Night Legends walking tour of San Juan, or towards lunch or dinner at the hotel’s Atrium Cafe. A minimum two night stay is required, and the offer is based on availability. The promotion runs April 20 through Sept. 30, 2006. (PRWeb Apr 21, 2006)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/04/prweb375357.htm WorldHotels, The Americas, Welcomes Nine Mexico Boutique Hotels To Its Global Portfolio Of Member Hotels And Resorts http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/02/prweb346792.htm WorldHotels, the world’s fastest growing group of independent hotels, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Puerto Vallarta, Mexico-based Mexico Boutique Hotels to provide nine of their destination hotels with sales, marketing and distribution services. The hotels are located throughout Mexico in the cities of Guadalajara, Mérida (2), Puebla, Morelia, Costalegre, Cholula, Oaxaca and Puerto Vallarta. (PRWeb Feb 15, 2006)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/02/prweb346792.htm San Juan's Historic Normandie Hotel Completes Sweeping $8 Million Renovation http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/12/prweb324346.htm The historic Normandie Hotel, located at 499 Avenida Muñoz Rivera esq. Rosales, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, today announced that it recently completed a comprehensive USD $8 million renovation of all the property’s public spaces and 173 guestrooms and suites. The newly refurbished ocean-front hotel combines the geometric, simple forms of French Art Deco décor with the first-class services and amenities expected by today’s business and leisure travelers. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/12/prweb324346.htm WorldHotels, The Americas, Announces "Mad for Miles" Promotion; Guests Can Earn 500 Miles Per Night, Rather Than Per Stay http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/12/prweb322165.htm WorldHotels, the Americas, a leader in the global independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced its “Mad for Miles” promotion, in which guests can earn 500 miles per night – rather than per stay. The promo is valid Jan. 15, 2006 through April 30, 2006, and is open to guest who are members of United Mileage Plus, Northwest WorldPerks, Delta SkyMiles and American AAdvantage. Frequent flyer program members must provide their membership number at check-in to receive the miles. (PRWeb Dec 14, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/12/prweb322165.htm Graves Hotels Resorts Launches “Graves Preferred Guest” Loyalty Program http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/11/prweb316452.htm Graves Hotels Resorts today announced the launch of “Graves Preferred Guests,” a loyalty program that awards members five credits for every $1USD of their total bill (including tax and gratuities) at the company’s participating hotels and resorts. Credits can be redeemed for room reservations, hotel and spa services, gift certificates, dining and entertainment and air miles with 11 major international airlines serving every region of the world. Registration, account status reports, award opportunities and redemption, as well as special offers are available online at www.graveshotelsresorts.com. (PRWeb Nov 30, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/11/prweb316452.htm Graves 601 Hotel Minneapolis is Only AAA Four-Diamond Rated Hotel/Restaurant Complex in Minnesota: Cosmos is the State’s Only Four-Diamond Restaurant http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/11/prweb310819.htm Graves Hotels Resorts, a Minneapolis-based hotel ownership, development and management company, today announced that its flagship hotel, the Graves 601 Hotel Minneapolis, has been awarded two AAA Four Diamond ratings: one for its luxury hotel’s world-class service, extensive array of amenities and refined surrounding, and the other for the distinctive fine-dining experience offered at Cosmos restaurant. According to AAA Minneapolis, this is the only establishment in Minnesota to be awarded a Four-Diamond rating for both its hotel and restaurant. Cosmo is the only Four-Diamond restaurant in the entire state. (PRWeb Nov 15, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/11/prweb310819.htm WorldHotels’ Web Site Earns 'Standard of Excellence' Award in the Web Marketing Association's WebAwards http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/11/prweb304905.htm WorldHotels, one of the world’s leading sales, marketing and distribution companies for independent hotels and regional hotel groups, today announced that it has earned the “Standard of Excellence” award in the Web Marketing Association’s WebAwards, the premier International Web Site Award program. WorldHotels’ Web site, www.worldhotels.com, was judged on its ease of use, design and technical capability. The 2005 awards judged over 2,100 participants from 33 countries and identified the best site in 85 individual categories. (PRWeb Nov 2, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/11/prweb304905.htm WorldHotels Offers Unique "Hawaii Town and Country" Package for Leisure Travelers Package http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/10/prweb303009.htm WorldHotels, a leader in the global independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced the “Hawaii Town & Country” package, a promotion designed for leisure travelers this fall. The offer invites guests to experience the contemporary “town” accommodations of the Waikiki Parc Hotel on Oahu, and the secluded “country” atmosphere of the Beach Village at Molokai Ranch. Both properties are members of WorldHotels’ First Class Collection. The package includes two-night stays at both hotels, plus a full breakfast for two people daily, complimentary upgrade to best available room upon arrival, and complimentary parking. Also included is a bonus offer of 1,500 miles per stay from United Airlines, American Airlines, Northwest Airlines and Delta Airlines. The package is commissionable to travel agents at 10%, and is available now through Dec. 20, 2005. A minimum two-night stay at each property is required. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/10/prweb303009.htm WorldHotels, the Americas Appoints News Director of Business Development for the Northeast Region of the U.S. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/10/prweb298178.htm WorldHotels, a leader in the global independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced that Parley Stock has been appointed director of business development for the Northeast region of the U.S. In his new role, Stock is responsible for seeking and securing new member hotels for the Comfort, First Class and Deluxe Collections of the WorldHotels, the Americas organization. Stock reports directly to Tom Griffiths, vice president of WorldHotels, the Americas. (PRWeb Oct 16, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/10/prweb298178.htm WorldHotels to Adopt 'Flexible Pricing' Strategy in 2006; Company Will Also Offer Cap Over Preferred Rates, Protecting Best Customers in High-Demand Periods http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/09/prweb279277.htm WorldHotels, the Americas, one of the world’s leading sales, marketing and distribution companies for independent hotels, today announced that it will adopt a flexible pricing strategy in 2006, offering BAR pricing to its consortia and mega agency/travel management partners. This pricing approach will move buyers away from traditional fixed rates to a structure that better responds to market conditions throughout the year. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/09/prweb279277.htm Graves 601 Hotel Minneapolis Chosen One Of The World’s Best Business Hotels For 2005 By The Readers Of Travel + Leisure Magazine http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/09/prweb279322.htm Graves Hotels Resorts, a Minneapolis-based hotel ownership, development and management company, today announced that its flagship hotel -- the Graves 601 Hotel Minneapolis -- has been named one of the World’s Best Business Hotels by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/09/prweb279322.htm Graves Hospitality Corporation Launches New Hotel Brand in United States; Le Meridien Minneapolis rebranded to the Graves 601 Hotel Minneapolis http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/07/prweb266097.htm Graves Hospitality Corporation, a Minneapolis-based hotel ownership, development and management company, today announced that it will rebrand the Le Méridien Minneapolis to the Graves 601 Hotel Minneapolis. The hotel, located at 601 First Ave. N. in the heart of downtown, will be the first to fly the Graves Hotels.Resorts. flag, a new brand being launched throughout the Unites States. The hotel’s name change will take effect on August 1, 2005. (PRWeb Jul 27, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/07/prweb266097.htm WorldHotels Introduces Additional GDS Chain Code 'WW'; New Code Will Take Affect on July 12, 2005 http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/07/prweb259760.htm WorldHotels, a leader in the global independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced the launch of an additional GDS chain code –“WW” – which will take affect on July 12, 2005. WW will be the chain code for all individual WorldHotels’ member hotels that do not belong to either Stamford Hotels & Resorts or the Steigenberger Hotel Group. Nearly 400 individual properties will switch from SR to the WW code. (PRWeb Jul 10, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/07/prweb259760.htm Worldhotels Creates Supervisory Board - Global Industry Leaders Selected to Advise on Company’s Future Growth and Strategic Direction http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/06/prweb254749.htm WORLDHOTELS, a leader in the global independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced the formation of a supervisory board created to advise the WORLDHOTELS’ executive board in Frankfurt, Germany, on the future growth and strategic direction of the organization. (PRWeb Jun 25, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/06/prweb254749.htm SRS-WorldHotels Unveils New Brand Identity“WORLDHOTELS” Modern Tone and Fresh Design Reflect the Company’s New Structure and Growth Plans for the Future http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/02/prweb203398.htm Frankfurt, Germany-based SRS-WorldHotels, a leader in the global independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced that it has changed the name of its company to WORLDHOTELS. Company officials say the new name and accompanying logo design more accurately reflect the global growth trajectory and future plans of the organization. (PRWeb Feb 1, 2005)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/02/prweb203398.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS Unveils New GDS Master Chain Code "EW" http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/11/prweb181536.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, a leader in the independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced that it has launched a new Global Distribution System (GDS) Master Chain Code – “EW” – making it easier for travel agents to book member hotels worldwide. The new chain code is now available for use by agents. (PRWeb Nov 24, 2004)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/11/prweb181536.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS-The Americas Becomes Newest Partner In Northwest Airlines’ WORLDPERKS® Program: WorldPerks® Members Earn Triple Miles Per Stay at Participating Member Hotels Now Through March 30, 2005 http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/10/prweb165584.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, a leader in the independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Northwest Airlines® to become a hotel company partner in the WorldPerks program. WorldPerks members earn miles each time they fly on Northwest Airlines, SkyTeam Global Alliance Partners and other WorldPerks Airline Partners. Members also earn miles with a variety of travel, communications, dining, entertainment, retail and financial service partners. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2004)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/10/prweb165584.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS-the Americas Renews Marketing Partnership with VARIG Brazil Airlines. Renewed Relationship is One Facet of Company’s Latin American Business Strategy; Guests earn VARIG Smiles Miles Through “Great Cities Bonus” Offer http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/06/prweb133961.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, a leader in the independent hotel sales, marketing and distribution industry, today announced that it has signed an agreement with VARIG Brazil Airlines renewing its marketing partnership in the airline’s Smiles miles program. Smiles members earn bonus miles each time they fly on VARIG and their partner airlines, or use products and services of non-air partners. There are more than 80 non-air partners in the credit card, car rental, hotel and restaurant industries. Accumulated miles are redeemable for air travel or upgrades to the next class of the purchased ticket. (PRWeb Jun 16, 2004)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/06/prweb133961.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, Launches New Stategy for Expansion, Sales and Marketing in Latin America; Company Leaders Set New Course During Recent Meeting in Sao Paulo, Brazil http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/06/prweb129770.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, today announced that it plans to capitalize on the growing strength of the Latin American economy through a newly established business strategy focused on regional development, increased sales and new marketing programs. The plan was announced by Tom Griffiths, vice president, SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, following a two-day meeting held recently in Sao Paulo, Brazil, with regional company leaders representing development, sales, marketing and member hotels. (PRWeb Jun 1, 2004)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/06/prweb129770.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS-The Americas, Launches into the Resort Destination Timeshare Industry; Signs agreement with Daily Managment, Inc. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/04/prweb117009.htm SRS-WORLDHOTELS, the Americas, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Daily Management, Inc., a resort property management company based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to provide sales, marketing and distribution services for Daily’s 11 timeshare properties. The resorts are located in Florida’s key leisure destination cities of Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach Shores, Kissimmee, Pompano Beach and Ormond Beach, as well as in historic Hancock, Mass., and Williamsburg, Va. A future resort location, which is under construction in Las Vegas, Nev., is scheduled to open in October 2004. The resorts are now online in the SRS-WORLDHOTELS’ reservation system. (PRWeb Apr 8, 2004)

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]]> http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/04/prweb117009.htm Pan Pacific Whistler Introduces Two New Additions http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/03/prweb113215.htm Pan Pacific Whistler, represented worldwide by sales, marketing and distribution leader SRS-WORLDHOTELS, recently completed two new enhancements to this award-winning property, namely the Singing Pass Meeting Room and the Pacific Suite. (PRWeb Mar 24, 2004)

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