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VICEROY HOTEL GROUP ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF JEFF DAVID, GENERAL MANAGER OF VICEROY ANGUILLA

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:29:39 +0000

Nicholas Clayton, President of Viceroy Hotel Group, a growing global presence in luxury hospitality, announced today the appointment of Jeff David as the new General Manager of Viceroy Anguilla. David will oversee operations and supervise staff of Viceroy’s first international property.

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Olympus to Distribute Hirox® KH-7700 All-in-One Digital Microscope for U.S. Industrial and Quality Assurance Applications

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:49:23 +0000

Olympus America Inc., Scientific Equipment Group – Industrial Microscopes has signed an agreement with Hirox-USA, Inc., of Hackensack, N.J., to distribute the Hirox KH-7700 Digital Microscope system in the United States.

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Olympus E-P 2 Review

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:02:18 +0000

It is not often I spend my hard earned cash on a new piece of electronics, but the Olympus PEN E-P 2 caught my eye and after numerous viewings testings, reading reviews and generally messing around, I decided to bite the bullet and buy one.

JW Marriott Luxury Hotel Brand to Open 10 New Properties in 2010

admin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 08:24:54 +0000

Marriott International’s world-class luxury hotel brand, JW Marriott, plans to open 10 properties in five countries in 2010, bringing the total global portfolio of the brand to 54 hotels and resorts and 24,000 rooms. This unprecedented growth represents an investment exceeding $2 billion by JW Marriott property owners and franchisees.

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zChocolat – A "Taste" of Luxury in Recessionary Times

Wallace Kirby — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:07:37 +0000

In these days of recession it is nice to know that you do not have to spend a fortune to have a “taste” (pardon the pun) of luxury. Chocolate has been around for centuries, but the good people at zChocolat take the creation of fine chocolate treats up to the luxury level. Not only has zChocolat been rated a Forbes favorite, their chocolates include fifteen exquisite recipes by the world champion chocolatier Pascal Caffet.

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Luxury Spa in London Launches New Treatments

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:39:05 +0000

Newly inaugurated, The Landmark Spa, located in the Landmark London Hotel, announces the launch of a range of Ayurvedic treatments to extend their luxury spa treatment offerings.

The Landmark Spa, located in the Landmark London Hotel, announces the launch of a range of Ayurvedic treatments to extend their luxury spa treatment offerings.
Based on traditional Indian medicinal therapies, Ayurvedic treatments are simultaneously relaxing and revitalizing. The Landmark Spa therapists have undertaken specialist training to perform these treatments. The Ayurvedic Spa treatments utilises a holistic approach, begins with a personal consultation, and tailors each therapy to the needs of the individual, accounting for factors such as lifestyle and diet.
The Landmark Spa has added six Ayurvedic therapies to their comprehensive treatment menu:

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Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty Participates in Luxury Real Estate Conference

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:23:10 +0000

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty (DGSIR) recently participated in the 5th Annual Sotheby’s International Realty® Leadership Forum. This dynamic, three-day event provided a unique opportunity for a number of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty’s key executives, department heads and managers to network and share best practices with the top brokers, owners and managers of other firms affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty.

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STEVEN KAMALI HOSPITALITY, INC. ANNOUNCES MAJOR EXPANSION

admin — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 13:01:21 +0000

Steven M. Kamali today announces the unprecedented expansion of his company, a full-service firm providing real estate, trend, development, operations, and branding counsel to the hospitality, restaurant, and nightlife industries. Kamali is the driving force behind some of the most successful venues in New York City and beyond, including Surf Lodge in Montauk and Smyth Tribeca, A Thompson Hotel; and this quarter, will triple the size of his staff and finalize numerous exciting projects—including full overhauls of dining concepts for both the Paramount and Carlton hotels.

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Ascend Collection from Choice Hotels International Announces First Member Hotel for Canada

admin — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:00:43 +0000

Inn on the Lake Hotel Marks the First Canadian Property for Upscale Hotel Membership Collection

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:CHH) is pleased to announce the addition of its first member hotel in Canada for the company’s Ascend Collection—the Inn on the Lake hotel of Fall River, Nova Scotia. Ascend Collection is an elite network of Historic, Unique and Boutique hotels across the United States and the Caribbean.

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Carlyle Residences Hosts Broker Event Featuring Larry King

admin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:49:41 +0000

Saturday, December 5th – tour the newly completed Carlyle Residences and meet celebrity resident Larry King.

A development of The Elad Group, The Carlyle Residences is the last luxury hi-rise to be built on the Wilshire Corridor. “We’re delighted The Carlyle is now 100% complete,” says Tom Elliot COO of Elad Properties West. “The timing is perfect given the slight upswing in the super luxury real estate market.”

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