Hotels
Are hotels breaking competition law?
When the leaders of the European inbound travel industry meet this coming 9th November at The Global European Marketplace at Earls Court, London, they will be considering some questions that could have a dramatic impact on the way the tourism market operates. One of these is the vexed issue of price collusion.

Praia D’El Rey – Portugal’s leading resort
The European winners of the 2007 World Travel Awards, described by the Wall Street Journal as “the Oscars of the travel industry,” were announced this week at a glittering awards ceremony attended by 300 guests from 19 countries across Europe.

Green tourism accolade for AquaCity Resort
AquaCity Resort in Poprad, Slovakia, has won the world’s top ‘green’ tourism accolade, ‘World’s Leading Green Resort’ at the World Travel Awards in Gateshead, Newcastle, on 9th October, ahead of competition from resorts in the Maldives, the Caribbean, South America and Australia.

Important accolade for Red Lion Inn
The Red Lion Inn at Stathern, Leicestershire, has won the ‘Best Local Produce Menu’ award at the recent Leicester and Rutland Restaurant 2007 presentation evening, having been sponsored for this category by the East Midlands Food Festival, at which they were a recent exhibitor.

Enjoy an autumn pamper break in Devon
Relax and unwind this autumn with a two night Pamper Break at Downe Health Spa in North Devon for just £279 per person (throughout October and November). The break includes two nights’ accommodation, a Pamper Day in the Spa, chocolates and wine plus a two course evening meal on the first night and a box of chocolates, wine and a platter of local cheeses with biscuits on the second night. Continental Breakfast Baskets are provided for each morning.

Stylish B&B has poetic license in Exmoor
The Old House at Nether Stowey, West Somerset, where romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge once resided, has recently been upgraded by its new owners and is now a stylish B&B with self-catering cottages in an acre of walled garden.

Emirates first city-based hotel to open in Dubai
1st November sees the opening of Emirates Hotels and Resorts' first city-based hotel, the 59-storey luxury Emirates Marina Hotel & Residence, marking a milestone in the history of Dubai-based carrier, Emirates. Offering 261 suites in a range of single, double and three-roomed configurations, the hotel is a fitting addition to Dubai’s skyline, being one of Dubai’s top-ten highest buildings at 256 metres.

Experience autumn gold at Ardanaiseig
As the seasons begin to change and Autumn approaches, the Ardanaiseig House Hotel is perfectly placed to watch as the leaves turn to gold and the nights begin to draw in. Set in a remote and secluded area of the Scottish Highlands, the magnificent Ardanaiseig Hotel overlooks the romantic Loch Awe and boasts breathtaking views of the Argyll glens.

New appointment for De Vere Deluxe
De Vere Deluxe has appointed Lee Derrick as Head of International Golf Development. In his new role, Lee will be responsible for bringing Deluxe to a new audience of UK and International golf-lovers.

Designer chic in Marbella’s enchanting old town
Hotel Claude - a haven of hotel chic - brings divine decor and 21st century creature comforts to a 17th century mansion house in Marbella’s enchanting Old Town.

The Londa voted Cyprus’ leading hotel
The Londa, the new upscale contemporary boutique hotel in Cyprus on the shores of the Mediterranean has been recognised by the World Travel Awards, winning the award for Cyprus’ Leading Hotel.

Golf coaching for girls in Sinai
Taba Heights Golf Resort, the leading golf destination in Sinai, is to launch special overseas coaching schools for ladies this winter. Teaming up with PGA Professional and coaching specialist Debbie Day, the new Taba Heights ladies only coaching schools will be the first of their kind in the local region and make the most of the resort’s stunning desert style course, year round sunshine and panoramic views across the Gulf of Aqaba.

Spoil your loved one with a spa break in Devon
Downe Health Spa and Cottages in Devon offer the ideal location for a romantic Valentine’s break. Set on the Hartland Peninsula overlooking the Atlantic Ocean these luxurious cottages provide all the comforts of home as well as a stunning location and an on site spa for relaxation and pampering.

Pack up and go for a last minute break
You’re in for a real treat if you can ‘pack up your bags and go’ in the next few weeks, as there’s a great opportunity at The White Swan Inn, North Yorkshire with terrific reductions on certain dates in the coming weeks.

Sunshine for all from £10 per night
Hotelopia (hotelopia.co.uk), online hotel booking specialist, has launched thousands of room nights at £10 and £15 or less per person for the entire months of October and November in favourite and coastal destinations including Mallorca, Algarve, the Costa del Sol, and the Greek Islands.