Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Hotel Terme Tuhelj Begins 12 Million Euro 4 Star Hotel

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In hotel investment news from Croatia, Hotel Terme Tuhelj is building a new 4 star accommodation at Tuheljske Toplice, outside the village of Tuhelj. The new hotel will boast a convention center and very high 4 star amenities, according to hotel spokespersons. At an estimated outlay of €12 million euro, it will also be one of the city’s biggest construction projects in some time.

Travel Dot Brands and the New ICANN gTLDs

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When the new ICANN Dot Branded gTLDs hit the web, some feel larger corporations will further distance themselves from the little guy in online business. Expensive, highly targeted and branded domains like dot apple and dot hilton may in fact shove out competition online.

Egypt: Gift of the Nile 2011

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On the plateau of Giza, a sentinel stands guard. Built of stone, its body is that of a lion, it’s face that of its maker. The Sphinx has served as a witness to history unfolding, from the fall of the Pharaohs; great armies have marched in front of it led by generals of legend – Napoleon, Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great himself. The Great Sphinx has even witnessed the mighty river Nile change its course. And now this guardian of Egypt is witness to the fall of the modern Pharaoh of Egypt.

Hyatt Hotels Partners for Black Sea Resort in Sochi

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Hyatt Hotels Corp. just announced a joint venture with real estate conglomerate Yug – Novy Vek (Sneriri) Development, for the management of Hyatt Regency Sochi, being built for the 2014 Olympics in the Russian Federation. The seaside resort hotel will feature some 200 rooms, 26 suites, restaurants, a bar, pool, and other amenties customary for Hyatt offerings.

My Planet Travel Awards Voting Begins

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In news from My Planet Travel Awards, people in the Russian Federation have just a couple of day remaining before voting starts on what amounts to that nation’s most massive awareness campaign that will certainly jump start Russia’s hospitality initiatives. Over 100 International and Russian companies are participating in this year’s awards, according to the news. Outbound Russian travelers have their say on hotels around the world.

Taos Ski Valley Leverages VacationRoost for Vacationers

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In resort news, Taos Ski Valley has hired VacationRoost to enlighten and empower their reservation services by updating and integrating their systems to provide customers with better support and more options. The platform will help travelers better plan where they stay, their airline accommodations, and help with their rentals and etc., according to the news.

Wild On the Fly Fundraiser – Catching the Social Trout

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A fundraiser, begun by Grizzly Hackle’s Wild on the Fly travel TV show, hopes to earn $26,000 to further the show’s “cinimatic polish” – according to their news. Season 2, which begins in January, is will see even more twists and turns added to combat TV fishing show boredom.

Go Ahead Tours Goes Ahead With Deals

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Go Ahead Tours has announced 4 new Vacation packages to selected destinations; Greece, Turkey & the Aegean, Vietnam & Cambodia: Treasures of Southeast Asia, England’s Countryside & Wales, and Best of New Zealand: North to South Islands. For travelers searching for all inclusives to these regions, the company offers great solutions.

Social Media Puts Airlines and Consumers in Touch

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With the Summer travel season underway full tilt, major airlines engage customers via social media channels. Planning a trip or vacation has never been easier, or more socially connected than this year. ExactTarget helps put companies and customers in the digital conversation – better communication, means better customer retention, according to anyone’s news.

Poland President Komorowski Touring Caucasus

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According to the news from Azerbaijan, Polish President Bronislaw Komorowski met with Azerbaijani Parliament Speaker Oktay Asadov today to further strengthen those nations’ ties. The meeting in Baku, Komorowski’s first stop on a trou that covers Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, was primarily focused toward Poland’s interests in Azerbeijan’s energy sector.

Skyscanner Shows UK Knows the Way to Emerging Markets

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According to a report from UK travel search site Skyscanner, Estonia, Madagascar and Iraq emerge as travel hot spots for UK travelers. Spain is, as always, a favorite among vacationers in Britain, but non-traditional destinations are headlining Summer travel so far.

Audioriver Hits Poland Next Week

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Next Friday Poland’s Audioriver 2011 festival on the Vistula River beach takes place over the weekend. This three day international music festival offers the best performances by world renowned electronica performers. Last year, 15,ooo people attended each day of the 5th installment of the awaited event, and even more are expected for 2011.

Monegros Desert Festival Begins Today

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The Monegros Desert Festival, the biggest rave event in Spain this year, kicks off today for a weekend to remember in Spain. Tickets are still available for the 17 version of the event featuring world class performances across many genres.

Azerbaijan Revs Up Tourism 2012

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Azerbaijan’s tourism industry is nowhere near as profitable as the potential indicates. The government there is taking steps to ramp up the country’s lagging travel profile with education, outreach, regulation, and an appeal to people in Azerbaijan to show their true hospitality effectively.