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Maldives Spa Ban: Ulterior Motives Perhaps?

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Maldives government has ordered the closure of all spas and massage parlors in its luxury resorts, almost one week after massive protests from Islamist opposition parties demanding an end to “anti-Islamic” practices, reports AFP.

14 years ago

Buoyant Travel Counsellors Announce Expansion

Aleksandr Shatskih

Buoyant Travel Counsellors has revealed it is set to expand its operations into two new countries next year, after recording annualized sales totaling £400 million.
Manchester Evening News reported that the firm, which has more than 1,200 home-based agents on its staff, confirmed its plans to expand shortly after posting £346 million in sales revenues for the year ending October 31st.

14 years ago

More Discounts for the 2011/2012 Ski Season

Aleksandr Shatskih

There are ski packages for every taste, from adventure to romance, all-inclusive right down to the champagne and strawberries.

14 years ago

A Christmas Story in Bernkastel-Kues

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Bernkastel-Kues Christmas market is open the entire advent season, giving locals and tourists alike the chance to purchase authentic Christmas gifts, carefully handcrafted by local artisans.

14 years ago

Former Choice Franchise Port Allen Brands Magnuson

Aleksandr Shatskih

Magnuson Hotels has announced yet another complete rebranding of the Magnuson Hotel – Port Allen in Louisiana. The world’s largest independent hotel group, Magnuson hopes to improve the regional and national positioning of this 48 room accommodation on the outskirts of Baton Rouge.

14 years ago

Texas Choice Rebrands as Magnuson Hotel Waco

Aleksandr Shatskih

The world’s largest independent hotel bran, Magnuson Hotels announced the addition of Magnuson Hotel Waco. Formerly a Choice Hotel, the 50+ room hotel completely rebranded as a Magnuson affiliate.

14 years ago

Malta New Year Celebrations – What You’re Missing

Mihaela Lica Butler

With a wide selection of beaches and amazing hotels on the historically rich islands, you can easily spend a week in paradise but it’s really the New Year Celebrations that people travel to the islands of Malta for at this time of year.

14 years ago

Christmas Travel Gifts Guide 2011

Aleksandr Shatskih

Argophilia Travel News features some of the best travel-related gifts for the whole family, to give away on Christmas day this year.

14 years ago

Moorish Influence, More-ish City – A Brief Guide to Faro

Guest Author

Taking a look at the city of Faro in Portugal and why its worth stopping over on your way to the Algarve.

14 years ago

How to Find the Loch Ness Monster

Guest Author

Is Nessie out there – or was she? To find out, you’re going to need a hardy seafaring crew, some waterproof technology and a rather large fishing rod…

14 years ago

In Pictures: Trier Christmas Market 2011

Mihaela Lica Butler

There are two more days till the beautiful Trier Christmas Market officially closes its doors, and the streets around the Cathedral Square and the medieval Main Market are more crowded than ever. No other event makes Trier so jolly.

14 years ago

The Best Kept Secret in Ski Getaways

Guest Author

Skiiers and snowboarders are sure to be interested in this little-known ski resort recently named “2011-2012’s Best-Kept Secret” by Ski Magazine.

14 years ago

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