Hotels
Ski specialists to completely revamp Alpine hotel
High Altitude Ski specialists Take Me Too has bought a hotel in L’Alpe d’Huez in the French Alps with the intention of turning it into the leading resort in their revamped ski offering.

Hotel Okura Macau opens in spectacular style
To celebrate the successful opening of Hotel Okura Macau over 100 VIP guests from Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and the region attended a glittering ceremony on 2nd July 2011 at which they were treated to a spectacular display of lion dancing, Japanese Taiko drumming and the traditional breaking of the sake barrel to bring good fortune to the new hotel.

Learn the art of flower arranging at Menzies Welcombe Hotel
The Menzies Welcombe Hotel Spa & Golf Club is to host a Flower School on Friday 14 October from 2pm – 5pm. Leading events florist Rose Hamson will run a masterclass to show participants how to give their flower arrangements a fresh and contemporary look.

Prizes for music lovers with HostelBookers
HostelBookers, the budget accommodation specialist, is giving customers the chance to enjoy their summer even more this year and win festival tickets, an iPod Touch and iTunes vouchers.
Festive discounts for early bookers
Can’t wait until Christmas? For those who are literally counting the days, Four Pillars Hotels has the answer… an early present from Santa!

Supermodel Fluvia Lacerda makes Cheshire hotel stay
During her three-day visit to the UK last week for an interview and photo shoot with Beautiful Magazine, Brazilian plus supermodel Fluvia Lacerda chose leading Cheshire hotel, the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa as her base.
Budget weekend breaks with Worldhotels
Worldhotels, one of the leading groups of independent hotels worldwide, is offering 30 per cent off weekend breaks during August and September 2011.

New Champagne Bar at Reef Villa & Spa Sri Lanka
Set in the Main House and to the background sound of the water fountains, the parrots in the araliya trees and the giant garoupa coming up for air in the lily ponds, guests may now relax in the Main House on the verandas or the colonial traditionally woven cane furniture at Reef’s new Champagne Bar.
Late summer family deals at Monte da Quinta
Families looking for a great deal on a last-minute summer holiday can take advantage of fantastic discounts announced by the Algarve’s luxurious Monte da Quinta resort.
Kempinski celebrates Bodrum International Ballet Festival
Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay, Turkey is welcoming its guests to enjoy the critically acclaimed Bodrum International Ballet Festival, held from 14th August until 1st September 2011 in the historic 15th century Bodrum Castle.
Celtic Haven drives women's golf campaign
Women who have been inspired by the British Open Championship but lack the confidence to try the game themselves can join Celtic Haven in its innovative campaign to support women’s golf.

Discover the birthplace of Indian Polo
Jaipur has long been considered the home of Indian Polo. Introduced in the Mughal period, the sport gained popularity at the height of the British Empire.

Head to Switzerland for the autumn foliage
New England may be famous for the brilliance of its autumn foliage, but it’s not essential to cross the Atlantic to enjoy this annual phenomenon.
£10 hotel offer with West End show tickets
Book two West End show tickets as part of ShowAndStay.co.uk’s £10 Hotel Offer and you’ll get an overnight stay in a handpicked city hotel for just £10pp.

Food for thought at Fishmore Hall
Boutique hotel Fishmore Hall has created the ultimate foodie package taking place on Thursday 8th September.