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Radisson set for Rwanda entry

New 5-Star Property

Radisson set for Rwanda entry

By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN

Hospitality company Rezidor has reportedly confirmed their entry into the Rwandan market after signing an agreement with the developers of the Kigali convention center that they will provide managemen

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Skal Bangkok welcomes new president

Bob Lee Handed The Chains

Skal Bangkok welcomes new president

By eTN Staff Writer

Skal International Bangkok recently held their annual general meeting and the “handing over of the chains” at the new Radisson Hotel on Sathorn Road.

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New hospitality training facility opens in Rwanda

Vocational Training For Women

New hospitality training facility opens in Rwanda

By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN

A few days ago, a new privately-owned hospitality and tourism training center was opened in Kibagabaga outside Kigali, and training is expected to commence any time now.

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A stay at the Maia Resort and Spa is hospitality made in heaven

A Luxurious Visit To The Seychelles

A stay at the Maia Resort and Spa is hospitality made in heaven

By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN

The Seychelles were always known for their clientele, ranging between the up market to the very top end of travelers, for some of whom cost appears to be of no concern and certainly is no objective wh

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Kenya tourism sector oozes confidence for 2010

Emerging Trends

Kenya tourism sector oozes confidence for 2010

By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN

Interaction, ahead of a personal fact-finding mission with a number of Kenyan tourism industry stakeholders, has shown a clear trend of confidence that 2010 may be the best year yet for the country’

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Hilton Worldwide opens more properties in last 2 years than any other period in its history

Bucking The Economic Trend

Hilton Worldwide opens more properties in last 2 years than any other period in its history

By eTN Staff Writer

In 2009, despite major challenges for the hospitality industry overall, Hilton Worldwide added 302 new hotels and more than 45,000 rooms to a total count that is now more than 3,500 hotels and 585,000

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Fall in love with Amari

Modern Asian Hospitality

Fall in love with Amari

By eTN Staff Writer

Amari, Thailand’s leading hotel group, epitomizing modern Asian hospitality, is introducing an exciting, new, and vibrant concept, "Love." Amari "Love" will be portrayed in several ways: Amari’s l

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Bahrain Food and Hospitality Expo a resounding success

Exhibitors Already Booking Larger Stands For 2011

Bahrain Food and Hospitality Expo a resounding success

By eTN Staff Writer

Bahrain International Food & Hospitality Expo 2010 is hailed as a major success as it concluded a three-day run at the Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Centre (BIECC) with visitor numbers

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His Royal Highness opens Food and Hospitality Expo

Kingdom Of Bahrain

His Royal Highness opens Food and Hospitality Expo

By eTN Staff Writer

His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, inaugurated the second annual Food & Hospitality Expo, which was held under his patronage at Bahrain

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Bahrain Food and Hospitality showcase opens today

Impressive Second Showing

Bahrain Food and Hospitality showcase opens today

By eTN Staff Writer

Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and organized by Bahrain Exhibition & Convention Authority (BECA), the second

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Premier Food and Hospitality Expo opens tomorrow in Bahrain

Second Annual Event Has Doubled In Size

Premier Food and Hospitality Expo opens tomorrow in Bahrain

By eTN Staff Writer

Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and organized by Bahrain Exhibition & Convention Authority (BECA), the second

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Visitors enjoying warm Welsh hospitality

Visit Wales Survey

Visitors enjoying warm Welsh hospitality

The latest tourism survey by Visit Wales suggests most visitors went away with a positive impression of the country.

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Bahrain’s Food and Hospitality Expo 2010 grows by more than 100 percent

Annual Gathering Of Industry Professionals

Bahrain’s Food and Hospitality Expo 2010 grows by more than 100 percent

By eTN Staff Writer

Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and organized by Bahrain Exhibition & Convention Authority (BECA), the second

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New regulatory regime for Kenyan hospitality sector in 2010

Hotel And Restaurant Authority

New regulatory regime for Kenyan hospitality sector in 2010

By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN

The newly-inaugurated Hotel and Restaurant Authority will play an important role starting next year when all new hotel, resort, and lodge projects require to be licensed first, before commencing any c

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Bahrain’s Food and Hospitality Expo 2010 to feature renowned pastry maker Tariq Pastries

Lebanese Pastry Shop

Bahrain’s Food and Hospitality Expo 2010 to feature renowned pastry maker Tariq Pastries

By eTN Staff Writer

Tariq Pastries, the first Lebanese pastry shop in the Kingdom of Bahrain, will exhibit its handmade, high-quality cakes, Arabic sweets, and other food products at the second annual Food and Hospitalit

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J.W. Marriott, Jr.: Hospitality industry sees start of recovery

Hospitality Industry

J.W. Marriott, Jr.: Hospitality industry sees start of recovery

By Kristina Peterson

WASHINGTON -(Dow Jones)- The chief executive of hotel giant Marriott International, Inc.

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Incredible scenery, great hospitality & organic food produce: responsible tourism in Lebanon supports rural women’s initiative

World Responsible Tourism Day

Incredible scenery, great hospitality & organic food produce: responsible tourism in Lebanon supports rural women’s initiative

By eTN Staff Writer

Last Saturday, Cyclamen, a division of Lebanese tour operator TLB Destinations, organized an outing to the women’s cooperative Wadi El Taym, Rashaya, Lebanon.

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PolyU School of Hotel & Tourism Management’s world leadership position strengthened

Committed To Achieving Global Excellence

PolyU School of Hotel & Tourism Management’s world leadership position strengthened

By eTN Staff Writer

The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is ranked no.

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PolyU scholar recognized for significant contributions to hospitality and tourism education and research

Professor Bob McKercher Honored

PolyU scholar recognized for significant contributions to hospitality and tourism education and research

By eTN Staff Writer

Professor Bob McKercher, Professor of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), was recently inducted into the International Academy for the St

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Repositioning success strategies for resort properties

The Guest Experience

Repositioning success strategies for resort properties

By eTN Staff Writer

The downturn is changing how business and vacations travelers are making decisions.

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