Review: Halyards Hotel – Port Alfred

Apr 16, 2012 in News, News
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One Friday morning, on short notice, my wife and I decided to take our 18-year-old daughter on a mini-family vacation in thePort Alfred area. We contacted several accommodation establishments to find a hotel and eventually chose the Halyards Hotel and Spa. The Halyards Hotel representative advised us that we had the choice of two standard rooms or …

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Forgot your Welcome Back Banner – Print one at the Airport

Mar 19, 2012 in News
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol recently introduced a new feature in Arrival Hall 2: an automatic banner dispenser, called the BannerXpress. Developed by Amsterdam-based company BannerXpress B.V., the dispenser allows people who are meeting passengers at the airport to design and print their own personalised banners. Schiphol is the first airport in the world to offer this …

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Why do people visit Zanzibar

Mar 05, 2012 in News
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Also known as Spice Island, Zanzibar is an exotic, sultry paradise located about twenty-two miles off the east coast of Tanzania. With its white sand and palm tree-lined beaches, picturesque turquoise coves, ancient Islamic ruins, and the opportunities for world-class diving and snorkeling, Zanzibar is a prime tourist destination for South African travelers. * Stone …

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Another 5 Fantastic Hotel Pools

Feb 29, 2012 in News
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Here is a followup on our Fantastic Hotel Pools of the World. San Alfonso Del Mar – Algarrobo Chile This pool seems more like a coastline than an actual enclosed pool. However, it is a stand-alone pool that is so large you can perform activities such as sailing and paddling as well as normal activities …

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The 5 Most Expensive Hotels in the World

Feb 28, 2012 in News
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Four Seasons Hotel George V Just steps from the Champs-Elysees, Four Seasons George V Paris redefines service in the City of Light. This lovely building, built in 1928, offers 245 guest rooms, all with unique architectural detailing. Many rooms also have a private terrace overlooking the world’s most romantic city. The hotel’s elegant grey and …

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5 Fantastic Hotel Pools

Feb 23, 2012 in News
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The thought of heading on vacation conjures up images of sipping cocktails by the hotel pool. While some hotels simply have an adequate offering in that department, others go above and beyond creating a swim space that becomes the talk of the town. Check out these 10 really cool hotel pools. Who knows? Maybe you …

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