Hotels
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts launches new website
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has launched its brand new website under Swissotel.com. The new website complements the style of the international hotel chain superbly. Its elegant layout reflects the company’s corporate identity in a clear, modern and contemporary design.

Enjoy bootcamp luxury in Crete
Luxury and Bootcamp are not two words that are usually used together – but this is exactly what is one offer at the Blue Palace Resort in Crete. This award winning hotel has joined forces with Joe Fournier, former England basketball captain and now personal trainer to the stars, to offer a combination of arduous workouts and relaxing spa treatments in its Luxury Shape Up Bootcamp.
Millennium & Copthorne get serious about Easter
Millennium and Copthorne Hotels are serious about chocolate this Easter and are offering guests who stay at one of their 19 hotels during the Easter period a 50g Lindt bunny.
A rejuvenating face-lift for Kempinski Estepona
Following a €7 million hotel renovation, it is only fitting that the Spa at the Kempinski Hotel Bahía Estepona has also been given a rejuvenating facelift for 2008. With the introduction of new products and treatments from luxurious brand Éminence Organic Skin Care, and a highly qualified homeopathic doctor as Spa Manager and Owner, Kempinski Estepona’s new luxury organic Med-Spa is a first for Spain.
A wellness weekend for women
Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort – a AAA Four Diamond property in Western Maryland – today introduces the Women's Wellness Weekend, scheduled for May 2 through 4. Designed to enhance the mind, body and spirit, planned activities include yoga, meditation, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, rappelling, healthy dining and much more.
5 new hotels in China for M&C
Millennium and Copthorne Hotels are opening five new hotels in China during 2008, in Beijing, Chengdu, Qingdao, Xiamen and Wuxi. The 352-room Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen is in a strategic location juxtaposing a wonderful sea view with the convenience of the city.

El Gouna hosts kite surfing jamboree
El Gouna, the Red Sea’s premier leisure destination, has announced it is set to host a kite surfing jamboree, 18-27th April this year. Set to be one of the biggest events in the Red Sea area for kite-boarders and their fans, there are a variety of activities scheduled during the week-long event that even non-fans can enjoy getting involved in.
IHG open first Crowne Plaza Prototype
IHG, one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, and Lane Hospitality, a hotel real estate and management company, have announced the official opening of the first Crowne Plaza prototype, the 198-room Crowne Plaza Milwaukee-Wauwatosa.
Chesterfield Palm Beach Sweethearts' Package
Everyday is a romantic day at The Chesterfield Palm Beach. This jewel of a hotel is delighted to offer the Sweethearts' package. Treat yourself and your loved one to the breathtaking and intimate surroundings of Palm Beach.
Summer Lodge wins top industry award
The annual Andrew Harper Hideaway Grand Award list singles out properties that have demonstrated a strong individual personality coupled with devotion to personal service. This is the exact ethos of Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, Restaurant and Spa, an idyllic hotel situated in the picture postcard village of Evershot, deep in Thomas Hardy Country in Dorset.
Ultimate chic at The Montague
The Montague on The Gardens’ new two-bedroom Suite epitomizes design chic. Enter through its marble corridor where the walls are adorned with a faux suede fabric and a series of original prints strategically placed to create the ‘wow’ factor. On the floor is crème marfil and brown maron marble tiles and under-floor heating. Ceiling spots set the scene for that perfect setting.
Mövenpick Hotel Hamburg receives MIPIM award
The Mövenpick Hotel Hamburg was awarded one of the world’s most important real estate awards in Cannes on 13 March 2008. This hotel, which opened in June 2007 and is housed in a historic water tower built under the direction of Patrizia Projektentwicklung GmbH, received the MIPIM Award in the Hotels and Tourism Resorts category.

Lake District hotel licensed for adventure
The four star Low Wood Hotel on the shores of Lake Windermere is launching a series of new outdoor activities for children. The Low Wood Watersports Centre has just been awarded a license from the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) which means its instructors can teach children a number of exciting outdoor activities, without a parent or guardian present.
Babymooning at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Parents-to-be – it’s your time and we at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa know just how to make it your best ever. The hotel has a special package that caters to your every whim. Enjoy pampering Twelve Apostles style – there really is nothing like it.
IHG named Best Hotel Company and Best Employer in China
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, has won a number of industry awards in China, the fastest growing region for the company in Asia Pacific. At the 2007 China Hotel Starlight Awards, IHG was named Best International Hotel Company. Its Priority Club Rewards, which has 37 million members worldwide and 1 million members across China, was named Best Loyalty Programme in China.