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Recover, Repair, Recycle

2009-11-14T03:46:00.000-08:00

Benefit from Huntron's 30 years of providing quality Diagnostic Tools for PCA RecoveryWith today's valid concerns for protection of our environment, the recovery, repair and recycling of printed circuit assemblies (PCAs) is a positive move towards sustainable environmental-friendly practices.Huntron has been helping businesses troubleshoot and repair printed circuit assemblies for over 30 years. Repairing rather than discarding failed PCAs keeps the potentially harmful chemical components such as lead out of our world's landfills and disposal sites.Below is a list of Huntron products to help you recover, repair and recycle PCAs:• Huntron Tracker 2800• Huntron Tracker Model 30• Huntron TrackerPXI• NFSA RF ProberNew Version of Huntron Workstation Available!A new version of Huntron Workstation is now available for download. Go to the Workstation Support web page to download version 4.1.3273! Update December 22, 2008.New Automated Near Field Signature AnalysisCombining the Huntron Access Robotic Probing Station, Huntron Workstation Software and the new Test Evolution (TEV) Non-Contact RF Near Field Probe with local synthetic measurement technology sets the standard for Near Field Signature Analysis (NFSA).Placing the sensor, receiver and signal processing in one compact RF Probe assembly allows the sensing of EM fields emanating from RF circuitry. A specific position in a Near Field is defined as a Virtual Test Point™ (VTP) where a NFSA measurement is made. Identical circuits emanate nearly identical fields at the VTP. The combination of Huntron Prober and TEV RF Probe allows accurate positioning and measurement of VTPs. This provides the repeatability to measure VTP's from 200MHZ to 3GHZ on RF assemblies.When used for test, an engineer examines the UUT schematic with an eye toward following the RF signal path. Using Huntron Workstation Software, points along that path are selected for Virtual Test Points (VTP). A set of known good boards are then scanned making and saving Near Field signatures at the VTP's. Unknown UUT's are scanned with the same VTP's against the saved signatures. Any deviation against stored signatures indicates areas of concern.Near Field Signature Analysis (NFSA) is close proximity sensing of EM fields emanating from RF circuitry. Near Fields are close to active circuits with the strength dependent on power and circuit design. AC circuits radiate a unique frequency and magnitude “signature” being a function of frequency of operation, magnitude, distance to the test probe and geometric location of the probe.The RF NFSA Prober will be available from Huntron to USA customers only in early 2009. Contact Huntron for more details on Near Field Signature Analysis.Download the latest NFSA RF Prober brochure now!Huntron Access USB ProbersThe NEW Huntron Access USB Probers are the latest versions of the popular robotic probers used to automate testing of complex printed circuit boards. The Access USB Probers come in two sizes - the Access USB Prober can handle PCBs up to 19.4” by 14” and the larger Access 2 USB Prober can hold PCBs up to 22” by 23” in size. The new Probers come with a USB Probe Tip camera to monitor the probe placement as the test progresses. Both Probers uses linear encoders for incredible 20 micron accuracy. The new Access USB Probers can also be ordered with the Tracker Model 30 embedded inside the chassis for a space saving, all-in-one platform.Download the latest Diagnostic Systems brochure now!Huntron's flexible, automated diagnostic solutions help people solve circuit card problems.
Huntron was founded in 1976 with the introduction of the Huntron Tracker®, the pioneering troubleshooting tool that uses power-off signature analysis to identify component failures on printed circuit boards.
Today, Huntron's reputation in providing automated power-off diagnostics results in instrumentation and software for test, inspection and repair of electronic printed circuit assemblies.As density and complexity increase, printed circuit assemblies become tougher to probe and test. Huntrom complements conventional test equipment with access and test tools that catch the elusive problems other test methods often miss. The keys are physical and virtual access, which translates into meaningful results such as shorther design cycles, improved production yield and lower warranty costs. When you need to test, diagnose or troubleshoot complex circuit boards, Huntron lets you access, explore and discover more.Contact us for more information on how we can help solve your test and troubleshooting needs

KYC compliance

2009-11-12T07:54:00.000-08:00

Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance regulation has proved to be one of the biggest operational challenges banks, accountants, lawyers and similar financial service providers worldwide have had to overcome.World-Check, the industry standard KYC compliance solution, provides an overview of KYC compliance and its origins, and outlines the compliance mandate as applicable to banks, accounting firms, lawyers and other regulated financial service providers – not just in the UK, Europe and the USA, but all around the world. Relied upon by more than 3,000 institutions worldwide, this KYC database solution provides effective legal and reputational risk reduction.Why “Know Your Customer?”The 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Centre revealed that there were sinister forces at work around the world, and that terrorists activities were being funded with laundered money, the proceeds of illicit activities such as narcotics and human trafficking, fraud and organised crime. Overnight, the combating of terrorist financing became a priority on the international agenda.For the financial services provider of the 21st century, “knowing your customers” was no longer a suggested course of action. Based on the requirements of legislative landmarks such as the USA PATRIOT Act 2002, modern Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance mandates were created to simultaneously combat money laundering and the funding of terrorist activities.What is Know Your Customer (KYC)?Know Your Customer, or KYC, refers to the regulatory compliance mandate imposed on financial service providers to implement a Customer Identification Programme and perform due diligence checks before doing business with a person or entity.KYC fulfils a risk mitigation function, and one its key requirements is checking that a prospective customer is not listed on any government lists for wanted money launders, known fraudsters or terrorists.If preliminary KYC checks reveal that the person is a Politically Exposed Person (PEP), for example, Advanced Due Diligence must be done in order to ensure that the person’s source of wealth is transparent, and that he or she does not pose a reputational or financial risk in terms of their finances, public positions or associations. Beyond customer identification checks, the ongoing monitoring of transfers and financial transactions against a range of risk variables forms an integral part of the KYC compliance mandate.But to understand the importance of KYC compliance for financial service providers better, its origins need to be examined.Origins of Know Your Customer (KYC) complianceThe arrival of the new millennium was marred by a spate of terrorist attacks and corporate scandals that unmasked the darker features of globalisation. These events highlighted the role of money laundering in cross-border crime and terrorism, and underlined the need to clamp down on the exploitation of financial systems worldwide.Know Your Customer (KYC) legislation was principally not absent prior to 9/11. Regulated financial service providers for a long time have been required to conduct due diligence and customer identification checks in order to mitigate their own operation risks, and to ensure a consistent and acceptable level of service.In essence, the USA PATRIOT Act was not so much a radical departure from prior legislation as it was a firmer and more extensive articulation of existing laws. The Act would lead to the more rigorous regulation of a greater range of financial services providers, and expanded the authority of American law enforcement agencies in the fighting of terrorism, both in the USA and abroad.In October 2001, President George W. Bush signed off the USA PATRIOT Act, effectively providing federal regulators with a new range of tools and powers for fighting terror financing and money laundering. During July 2002, the US Treasury proceeded to introduce Section 326 of the PATRIOT Act, a clause that removed some key burdens for regulators and added significant enforcement muscle to the Act.What 9/11 changed, in essence, was the extent to which existing legislation was being implemented. Using the provisions of the earlier anti-terrorism USA Act as a foundation, it included the Financial Anti-Terrorism Act, which allowed for federal jurisdiction over foreign money launders and money laundered through foreign banks. Significantly, it is this anti-terror law that would make the creation of an Anti Money Laundering (AML) programme compulsory for all financial institutions and service providers.Section 326 of the USA PATRIOT Act dealt specifically with the identification of new customers (“CIP regulation”), and made extensive provisions in terms of KYC and the methods employed to verify client identities.In accordance with this piece of updated KYC legislation, federal regulators would hold financial institutions accountable for the effectiveness of their initial customer identification and ongoing KYC screening. Institutions are required to keep detailed records of the steps that were taken to verify prospective clients’ identities.Although current KYC legislation does not yet demand the exclusion of specific types of foreign-issued identification, it recommends the usage of machine-verifiable identity documents. The ability to notify financial institutions if concerns regarding specific types of identification were to arise, combined with a risk-based approach to KYC, proved to provide a robust mechanism for addressing security concerns.Effectively, the risk-based approach to customer due diligence grants regulated institutions a certain degree of flexibility to determine the forms of identification they will accept, and under which conditions.KYC compliance: Implications for banks, lawyers and accounting firmsThe KYC compliance mandate, for all its positive outcomes, has burdened companies and organisations with a substantial administrative obligation. Additionally, KYC compliance increasingly entails the creation of auditable proof of due diligence activities, in addition to the need for customer identification.

MLTrac™

2009-11-12T07:52:00.000-08:00

With the ever-increasing emphasis on being able to demonstrate adequate anti money laundering procedures and prevention techniques, plus the draconian penalties for those failing to maintain suitable evidence of such activity, no financial institution can afford to be without an automated system such as MLTrac.MLTrac is part of our portfolio of banking software and is dedicated to identifying, tracking and regulating potentially suspicious or illegal activities in respect of money laundering and/or the proceeds of crime.internet banking software, wholesale banking software, retail banking software systems, bankware, branchware, tellerware, INTERNET BANKING SOFTWARE, WHOLESALE BANKING SOFTWARE, RETAIL BANKING SOFTWARE SYSTEMS, BANKWARE, BRANCHWARE, TELLERWARE, Internet Banking Software, Wholesale Banking Software, Retail Banking Software Systems, Bankware, Branchware, Tellerware, Criterion Banking Software,private banking,fx,money market,foreign exchange,S.W.I.F.T.,SWIFT,dealing,trade finance,lending,disaster recovery,payments,remittances,accounting,cashiers,treasury,offshore,reuters,online,on-line, Anti Money Laundering softwareMLTrac enables financial institutions to improve their internal disciplines,supplement their policies and procedures, and make a clear statement to the authorities about their commitment to effective anti money laundering controls.MLTrac's functionality is based upon a combination of our experience, together with contributions from our customer base and the relevant international financial authorities. Regular updates also take account of any future changes in market requirements and legislation.Functions:*KYC Document Management - The definition, scanning, management and tracking of customer documentation, and reporting of any deviations.*KYC Account Monitoring -The tracking of movements over account(s) looking for deviations outside of a pre-determined profile.*Manual Watch List Checking. Enter a name and the system will checkto see if the name, or like sounding names, appear on any of the watch lists (e.g. OFAC, Bank of England and others) that the system monitors* Message Monitoring. MLTrac can be configured to check all inbound and outbound messages, irrespective of format, to see whether any field (normally the Ordering Customer and Beneficiary) appears on one of the supported checklists. The bank has control over the granularity of the name checking so as not to create too many false alerts. Messages that fail Watch List Checking are put to a quarantine queue for manual intervention. Full Audit Trails of all checks and actions taken is maintained by the system.*Cash Remittances. For the many institutions that originate from a country with a large overseas population the problems associated with accepting cash for remittance back home when taken against the potential ramifications of anti money laundering legislation means that the business is very risky and, often, not worth doing. The Cash Remittances module does away with this fear. Information concerning the remitter is maintained as part of the KYC Documentation Management module and is displayed and made available to the teller at the point of capturing data. A full record off all remitters and beneficiaries is maintained. Limits can be placed upon the individual remitter and upon the ultimate beneficiary (irrespective of source). The resulting SQL database can be interrogated for unusual payment patterns

ASC process systems

2009-11-09T13:35:00.002-08:00

ASC is a leading manufacturer of specialized process equipment, control systems, and custom manufacturing software used in the composites, plastics, glass, solar, lumber, and concrete, coatings, and finishing industries. Our product lines include composite autoclaves, glass-laminating autoclaves, concrete autoclaves, industrial ovens, composite ovens, electroplating automation systems, process control software, autoclave control software, oven control software, and crane and hoist control software including scheduling. We're located in Los Angeles, CA and support thousands oAutoclaves and other equipmentASC manufactures a range of process equipment, including autoclaves, ovens, presses, heating systems, cooling systems, vacuum systems, and specialty pressure equipment. We also buy and sell used equipment.systems and hundreds of customers wControl & power systemsASC is a leading supplier of control and power systems for a wide variety of equipment and industries. We specialize in PC-based and PLC-based control solutions. Our PC-based systems typically feature our industry-standard CPC control software package.orldwide.Software for controls and manufacturingASC can develop custom software solutions for a wide variety of manufacturing applications. Our CPC software is the world's leading software for control of autoclaves, ovens, and many other applications. Our FLEXTIME software is also the leading PC-based solution for electro-plating and anodizing control

UC4 certified for use with the Avaloq Banking System

2009-11-09T13:35:00.001-08:00

Automated scheduling of Avaloq Banking System (ABS) and enterprise systems with UC4 Workload Automation SuiteVIENNA, February 3, 2009 – UC4 Software, a leading global provider of workload automation, job scheduling and IT process optimization solutions, today announced the certification of UC4 Workload Automation Suite for use with the Avaloq Banking System (ABS) version 2.6. The companies have also signed a partnership agreement that will enhance Avaloq to refer customers requiring a complementary scheduling and automation solution to UC4 Software.“The certification of the UC4 adapter enables organisations to utilise a complementary technology that has been successfully tested and validated against our Model Bank environment,” said Adrian Bult, COO, Avaloq Evolution AG. “Joint customers will be able to increase the return on their existing technology investments leveraging a solution that interfaces directly with the Avaloq Banking System.”Avaloq solutions are changing the IT landscapes within private and retail banks in Switzerland, Germany, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Singapore, Hong Kong and other markets. With UC4 Workload Automation Suite enterprises remove manual intervention, reduce latency and mitigate risk from their end-to-end business processes. The UC4 Business Integration for Avaloq communicates directly with ABS through application interfaces, allowing customers to extend the automated scheduling of their core banking systems and integrate with external applications.UC4 Workload Automation Suite can manage back-end processing for ABS and all other surrounding systems that many finance institutes rely on. Avaloq users receive regular software updates which support banks in remaining compliant with industry regulations. When utilizing additional tools it is important that Avaloq users work with solutions that are compatible and certified for use with Avaloq. This reduces maintenance and support issues and allows joint customers to benefit from the enterprise wide visibility and control provided by UC4.“It gives UC4 great pleasure to extend its relationship with Avaloq,” said Cesare Capobianco, chief executive officer, UC4 Software. “We have benefited from an excellent working partnership working towards receiving this certification. It has allowed us to develop an interface that is compliant with Avaloq’s technical specifications, which also delivers measurable business value to our joint customers.”About AvaloqThe Avaloq Group, with branches in Luxembourg and Singapore, is the Swiss market leader in the field of standard banking software. For over a decade, the Swiss company has been developing and marketing the Avaloq Banking System. It is trusted by leading financial service providers in private, retail and universal banking in international financial centres around the globe. A network of specialists with first-class partners in the areas of implementation, software, service and technology enables Avaloq to offer its clients a comprehensive all-in-one solution – a modular, innovative and integrated standard software for the financial sector. Avaloq is owned by its management and employees.About UC4 SoftwareUC4 Software is a leading global provider of workload automation, job scheduling and IT process optimization solutions that ensure core business processes and enterprise information systems run faster, more accurately and without interruption. More than 1,600 companies worldwide have successfully enhanced application processing performance and improved IT efficiency using UC4’s business acceleration solutions. Customers include American Suzuki Motor Corporation, Cadbury, eBay, Eastman Kodak, General Electric, Mattel, McGraw Hill, Panasonic, Robert Bosch, Sun Microsystems, Symantec, T-Systems and Verizon

Powered by a 100MHz DSP platform using FPGA technology.

2009-11-09T13:33:00.000-08:00

Welcome to the Dakota Ultrasonics website!We are a manufacturer of industrial ultrasonic testing equipment most commonly used in the petrochemical, aerospace, automotive, and other generally related industries. The pages that follow will provide you with general information regarding our products. If you have any questions, need technical support, or have a request for custom items, please contact us at your leisure using the information provided on this site.Our products are commonly used to determine the thickness of a variety of materials by making contact with only one side of the material being tested. They have the ability to detect very fine pits, flaws, and porosity in materials without having to destroy the material or parts being tested. This is done by converting the transit time of a sound wave, sent into and reflecting back from a defect or opposite surface in the test material, into a length measurement. This technique uses principles similar to that of sonar.We also manufacture a line of ultrasonic bolting equipment that very accurately measures the stress, elongation, and load in threaded fasteners. These products are typically used in critical bolting applications where extreme accuracy is needed. If you have any specific or specialized bolting applications in mind, be sure to contact us to discuss your requirements in detail.

Client Onboarding and KYC Compliance

2009-11-09T13:32:00.000-08:00

The GoldTier product incorporates all of the functionality required to effectively:
Manage the onboarding and maintenance of new and existing clients across a variety of teams including sales, relationship managers, operations, compliance, documentation, tax, credit and legal
Integrate compliance controls into the client onboarding process
Deliver Know Your Customer (KYC / AML), Customer Identification Profile (CIP), MiFID client classification, USA PATRIOT Act, and related client regulatory due diligence
Create transparency to stakeholders throughout the client lifecycle.
'GoldTier is creating a standard to address both the tactical and strategic challenges arising from the processes of client onboarding.' HSBC
The solution empowers financial institutions to:
Meet regulatory compliance demands: with automated due diligence processing and comprehensive client audit profiles on-demand
Improve time to revenue: with the reduction in paperwork and tightening of account opening cycle times
Control costs: with the automation of manual tasks, elimination of expensive repeat tasks, and real-time management dashboards
Enhance the client experience: with the minimization of touch points and repeat requests to your clients.
Each onboarding activity is tied back into a common onboarding framework, meaning client knowledge can be leveraged across all activities. GoldTier enables financial institutions to set policies, adopt regulations and then implement and enforce them throughout these activities.
To receive a complimentary copy of the GoldTier KYC and Client Onboarding Solution brochure with key client commentary please select Contact Us from the menu on the right.

Ultrasonic concentration measurement

2009-11-09T13:31:00.000-08:00

Ultrasonic concentration measurementThe process analyser PIOX® S determines the concentration or the density of liquids or further process quantities using ultrasounds. The sound velocity of the liquid is the primarily measured quantity for this task.
PIOX® S can be used to control the concentration of solutions or to monitor chemical reactions such as polymerization, crystallization, neutralization processes, phase separation processes, etc.
Through quality control or product detection, PIOX® can help you to reach higher quality and to optimize your process. Thanks to the continuous control of the process parameters, the periodical controls and spot tests belong to the past. The process can be controlled exactly, in case of the deviations from the target quantities, an immediate reaction is possible. A higher product quality is reached and the material, time and energy consumption is reduced.
The measurement can take place with wetted transducers or with non-intrusive clamp-on transducers. The clamp-on technology is ideal for the measurement of chemically aggressive, corrosive or ultrapure media.

HOTEL ORFİLA MADRİD

2009-02-05T14:52:00.001-08:00

Hotel Orfila was opened in 1999 and it's located in Orfila Street (Alonso Martinez District), in a 19th Century mansion in the very centre of Madrid. Hotel Orfila is situated in a calm and selected residential area, in the cultural and business centre next to the famous Colon Square. This emblematic palace was home of an upper middle class family and hosted many theatre plays and performances.
Hotel Orfila has 32 rooms. It stands up because of its tasteful decoration, with époque furniture, painted wallpapers, bronze banisters and polychrome painted marble floors. It is the only hotel where decoration and distribution are different in every room. Furniture comes directly from many European countries.
Hotel Orfila is part of the select elite of Madrid luxury hotels. It is member of Relais Chateaux Association, one of the world's most prestigious hotel associations of the world and it was selected as "Most Execelent Charming Hotel" by Conde Nast Johanssen.
Meeting rooms: The three meeting rooms "Tragaluz", "Mirador" and "Laurel", with direct access to the garden, are perfect to organize your work meetings, receptions, meals, conferences and all kind of events.

The South Carolina Calvert Academy!

2009-02-03T09:41:00.000-08:00

Attend a charter school at home using the time-tested Calvert CurriculumIntroducing an exciting education opportunity for parents and students in South Carolina! The South Carolina Calvert Academy is in the process of launching a virtual charter school for the 2009-2010 school year. Through the SCCA your child will attend public school at home utilizing the time-tested Calvert curriculum. Parents serve as Learning Guides with the instructional supervision of South Carolina certified teachers, but still maintain the flexibility of an online education delivered in the home. We are seeking your support!The South Carolina Calvert Academy is seeking your input and support to help us launch the best possible charter school for South Carolina families. There are several ways you can help!Pre-enroll your child/children in the South Carolina Calvert Academy. (See PDF version here)Your pre-enrollment will help the SCCA indicate public support to the South Carolina Charter School Advisory Board. It is not a binding commitment to enroll--final enrollment commitment will be confirmed at a later date. Your pre-enrollment will help support the founding of SCCA.Sign the online SCCA petition Send a letter of support (See PDF version here)About South Carolina Calvert AcademyThe South Carolina Calvert Academy (SCCA) is in the process of forming a virtual charter school through the South Carolina Public Schools for the 2008/2009 school year. The SCCA will serve students from anywhere in South Carolina in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade.Parents pay no tuition for students to attend South Carolina Calvert Academy. Students are considered to be enrolled in a public school. SCCA provides textbooks, lesson plans, daily activities, and other curriculum materials, along with a loaned computer, printer and subsidy for Internet service.All materials, including the computer and reusable curriculum materials, must be returned if the student is no longer enrolled. Students are required to take all state mandated, standardized tests. Such tests will be coordinated by SCCA and will be taken in person at locations designated by the school.

PARİS HİLTON HOTEL

2009-02-01T05:28:00.001-08:00

Hilton Hotels Corporation, a subsidiary of the Blackstone Group, is a global hospitality company. As of April 2007 Hilton brands encompass 2,645 hotels and 485,000 rooms in more than 80 countries.The company owns, manages or franchises a portfolio of brands, including Hilton Hotels, Conrad Hotels, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Grand Vacations Company, Homewood Suites by Hilton, and The Waldorf-Astoria Collection. It was founded by Conrad Hilton in Cisco, Texas and now has headquarters in Beverly Hills, California. The company is around 5% owned by the founding family.[citation needed]Welcome :The original company was founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton.The Hotels Statler Company was acquired in 1954 for $111,000,000 in what was then the world's most expensive real estate transaction.The company separated its international operations into a separate traded company on December 1, 1964, known as Hilton International Co.. In 1967 Trans World Corp., the holding company for Trans World Airlines, acquired the separated company. In 1986 it was sold to UAL Corp., the holding company for United Airlines, who became Allegis Corp. in an attempt to re-incarnate itself as a full service travel company encompassing Westin Hotels and Hertz rental cars in addition to Hilton International and United Airlines. In 1987 after a corporate putsch, the renamed UAL Corp. sold Hilton International to Ladbroke Group plc, a British leisure and gambling company, which in May 1999 adopted the name Hilton Group plc.As a result, there have been two separate, fully independent companies operating hotels under the Hilton name. Those Hilton Hotels outside the US were, until recently, styled as Hilton International hotels. In addition, for many years hotels run by the Hilton Group in the US were called Vista International Hotels, while hotels operated by the American arm of Hilton outside the US were named Conrad Hotels. The Vista chain has been phased out, while Conrad is now restyled as one of the luxury brands of Hilton (along with The Waldorf-Astoria Collection) and operates hotels within the US, as well as abroad. To minimize consumer confusion, the American and British Hilton companies, for the last few years, had a joint marketing agreement under which they share the same logos, promote each other's brands and maintained joint reservation systems.In 1971, Hilton acquired International Leisure Company, acquiring the Las Vegas Hilton and Flamingo Hilton with the purchase.[1]In 1998, Hilton spins off its gaming operations into a separate, publicly held company called Caesars Entertainment (formerly Park Place Entertainment).In 1999, Hilton acquires Promus Hotel Corporation, which includes the Doubletree, Red Lion, Embassy Suites, Hampton Inn, & Homewood Suites brands.[2]In 2001, Hilton agrees to sell Red Lion to WestCoast Hospitality.[3]HHC was granted the naming rights to the George R. Brown Convention Center in late 2003. The Hilton Americas in Downtown Houston, Texas, is connected to the convention center.On December 29, 2005, Hilton Hotels Corporation agreed to re-acquire Hilton International along with its Conrad Hotels, Scandic Hotels and LivingWell Health Clubs affiliates from British-based Hilton Group plc for GBP 3.3 billion (or $5.71 billion) bringing the two groups back together. Hilton Group then re-assumed the name Ladbroke Group plc. On February 23, 2006, the deal closed, making Hilton Hotels the world's fifth largest hotel operator in number of rooms [4].The Waldorf-Astoria Collection was announced on January 17, 2005 as a new Luxury Brand.On March 1, 2007, Scandic Hotels was sold to EQT V Group.[5]On July 3, 2007, Hilton Hotels Corp (NYSE: HLT), agreed to an all-cash buyout from The Blackstone Group LP in a $20.1 billion deal that would make Blackstone the world's largest hotel owner. The private equity group said it would combine cash from its real estate and corporate private equity funds to buy all outstanding Hilton shares for $47.50 each, a 32 percent premium over the July 3 closing stock price. The companies valued the deal at $26 billion including debt.In October 2007, Christopher J. Nassetta is appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer of Hilton.

AJMAN SEA VİEW APARTMENTS

2009-02-01T05:17:00.000-08:00

Ajman is one of the seven Emirates that makes up the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi is the federal capital whilst Dubai is regarded as the commercial capital of The UAE. Ajman is one of the Triangle Emirates close to Dubai and Sharjah. It is located strategically for business and living in the Center of U.A.E. With its continous progress and growing economy, Ajman would no doubt be a city to look forward to.This Project consist of seven 20-floor residential towers centered by a 23-floor administrative tower erected on a ring basis of 4 parking levels are designed by top experts for suitable housing.
Situaded in Ajman quite center on, the project is uniquely designed to afford privacy and splended view for all the rooms of the residential units comprising seven apartments maximum for each tower floor and equipped with three speedy elevators.
The 5th floor has a health club with a swimming pool, Each tower has also a seperate health club, a specious entrance and outside parks..

TİVOLİ MARİNA VİLAMOURA

2009-01-16T04:27:00.001-08:00

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura is located in Vilamoura, Portugal near Faro International airport. Browse the mini site for photos, videos, maps, reviews, offers and travel tips on this luxury fivTivoli Marina Vilamoura (formerly Tivoli Marinotel) has established itself as one of the most successful upscale hotels on the Algarve coast as a result of its five-star features. Its location between the marina and the beach in the heart of the popular Vilamoura resort makes it an idyllic choice for business and leisure travellers alike. There are three hectares of attractive gardens and championship golf courses, and the hotel has its own direct access to the beach. All 383 bedrooms boast air-conditioning, satellite and pay television, direct-dial phones, minibar and a terrace with lovely views of either the sea or the marina. With its reception area open 24 hours a day the hotel also offers amenities such as private parking, a range of lavish entertainment programmes as well as 24-hour medical assistancee star property

HOTEL ATİTLAN

2009-01-08T07:19:00.001-08:00

Atitlan Hotel, one of Guatemala's elite cadre of fine hotels, is situated in picturesque Panajachel Solola. This location is the heart of Lake Atitlan's most ethnically authentic peoples, yet conveniently accessible to the most fashionable part of the Riviera. The Atitlan Hotel was designed as a home away from home for the most discriminating traveler. This precious gem is intimately user-friemdly, and elegant in a classically understated way. To complete its serene ambiance, The Atitlan Hotel offers a wide range of service. Guatemala most attentive staff, extraordinary cuisine, and without doubt the most dramatic and appealing natural surroundings in The world. The décor is in the Spanish colonial-hacienda style that was favored by the Guatemalan plantation owners of the 18th-century. A fantasia of ornately gardens, caged colorful exotic birds, hand carved wooden furniture and gorgeous ceramic tiles make the Hotel Atitlan a unique place indeed. The Hotel's restaurant is yet relaxed. Its elegant ambiance has been compared to that of chic California dining places. In tones of terracotta burgundy and teal, the main dinning room with terrace level comprise the restaurant, enhanced by huge windows, wood columns, a fireplace and mahogany and gold leaf side tables, The bar is adjacent to the restaurant. Cozy and home-like, the bar has its own character. The thatched roof "Ranchito" accessible by coble stone pathways trough the manicured gardens and next to the lake, is devoted to extraordinary functions and banquets. The hotel Atitlan is a MUST for those planning the LAST WORD in a garden wedding.

HİSTORY OF MONACO

2009-01-02T11:19:00.000-08:00

Monte Carlo, situated in the heart of the Principality of Monaco is often described as "The Jewel in the Crown of the French Riviera", The Côte d'Azur. Famous for its casinos, the deluxe palace hotels, superb gourmet dining, tax-friendly business environment and year-round world-class events.
Monte Carlo, playground of the rich and famous and part of the lifestyle for the successful people around the world, is blessed with more than 300 sunny days a year. The Principality of Monaco, steeped in a rich and colourful history, has attracted people to its shores for centuries.
The Rock of Monaco, because of its natural beauty and strategic position on the Mediterranean, has always been prized territory. During the Roman era, Julius Caesar launched his Greek campaign from Monaco's port.
The Grimaldi ascent began one night in 1297, when François Grimaldi seized the fortress of Monaco from a rival Italian faction. In 1999, The Principality of Monaco celebrated Prince Rainier's Jubilee — the 50th anniversary of His ascension to the throne.
In the early 20th century, the era known as the 'Belle Epoque', Monaco and Monte Carlo flourished. European nobility, tycoons and world-renowned entertainers flocked to Monte Carlo, lured by its reputation of epicurean delights, electrifying atmosphere and limitless luxury and sunshine.
As brilliant a history as it has had, Monte Carlo hardly lives in the glow of its past. It still enjoys a reputation as a vibrant community that attracts the world's most talented artists and athletes.
From classical performances at the famous Opera House to cutting-edge exhibitions to world famous sporting events such as the Monaco Grand Prix and the Monte Carlo Open Tennis, there is always something exciting to see in Monte Carlo.
Monte Carlo is an ideal home base for excursions into Monaco's Old Town, to visit the Vintage Car Museum or the Oceanographic Museum. Or simply discover neighbouring France and Italy by car, train or helicopter.

PYRAMİD HOTELS GROUP

2009-01-01T14:25:00.000-08:00

Pyramid Hotel Group LLC (Pyramid), a Boston-based hotel development, management and ownership firm, today announced that Mr. Davis Sezna has joined the firm as president of La Quinta Resort & Club(R) and PGA WEST (R). In his new role, Sezna is responsible for asset management and community relations for both Morgan Stanley Real Estate Fund assets.
consulting firm focused on restaurant, golf course, private club, hotel design, master planning and development. He has spent 35 years developing, owning and operating hotels, golf courses and restaurants. "Mr. Sezna's vast and wide-ranging set of experiences make him uniquely qualified for this critical role." states Richard M. Kelleher, chairman and chief executive officer of Pyramid. "He will be representing Morgan Stanley's and Pyramid's interests in the further development and enhancement of these two remarkable, one-of-a-kind assets. We're proud to have someone of his professional distinction on our team." "I am struck by the sense of place, history and community evident in both La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA West. It will be an honor to be associated with these magnificent resorts. I have never before seen facilities with more ingredients, texture and just pure sensory energy. The chance to be associated with Pyramid and Morgan Stanley was also a significant factor in my decision to take on this responsibility," stated Sezna. La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA West are owned by Morgan Stanley Real Estate Fund (MSREF) in partnership with Pyramid, as part of a portfolio of luxury resorts, recently acquired from CNL Hotels and Resorts, Inc. Morgan Stanley Real Estate Fund is comprised of three major global businesses: Investing, banking and lending. Since 1991, the company has acquired $135.9 billion of real estate assets world-wide and currently manages $68.0 billion in real estate assets on behalf of its clients. A complete range of market-leading investment banking services for real estate clients, include advice on strategy, mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, as well as underwriting public debt, private debt and equity financings. As a global leader in real estate lending, Morgan Stanley Real Estate Fund has offered approximately $156.0 billion of CMBS through capital markets since 1997, including $35.5 billion in 2006. For more information about Morgan Stanley Real Estate Fund, please visit www.morganstanley.com/realestate. Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firms employees serve clients worldwide. Pyramid Hotel Group LLC, founded in 1999, is a full-service hotel company that owns, manages and asset manages hotels and hotel construction and renovation projects. For more information about the company and its affiliates, visit the company
Pyramid Hotel GroupJohn GreenSenior Vice President, Operations EastMr. Green brings over 30 years of hospitality experience to the Pyramid Hotel Group team. His ten year tenure with Wyndham International included five years as Area Director of Operations Northeast supervising as many as 19 hotels in Boston, New York City, Philadelphia and other domestic and international markets including Montreal, Toronto and Bermuda. General Manager assignments included opening the 4-diamond Wyndham Chicago and the Wyndham Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Golf Resort. Prior to Wyndham, Mr. Green was Vice President Operations for Signature Hospitality Resources and a Regional Vice President Operations for John Q. Hammons Hotels. During the 1980’s Mr. Green served with Doubletree Hotels as General Manager in Scottsdale, AZ, Overland Park, KS and Walnut Creek, CA. Larry VitaglianoSenior Vice President, Operations WestMr. Vitagliano spent 20 years with Doubletree, Hilton, and Promus Hotel companies as a general manager for hotels throughout the country. Property experience includes general manager positions at Doubletree Hotels in Seattle, Tysons Corner, Dallas, and Kansas City. He led the Antlers Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs from 1989 to 1995, and has now returned to the property under Pyramid's management. In addition to his general manager position at the Antlers Hilton Colorado Springs, Mr. Vitagliano oversees Pyramid's San Antonio, Texas hotel, the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Riverwalk.Alan BednowitzVice President, Sales & MarketingAlan Bednowitz is an accomplished sales and marketing executive with a track record of success at both the property- and corporate-level of hospitality organizations. For more than a decade he was affiliated with Promus Hotel Corporation (and its predecessor companies Doubletree and Guest Quarters), where he rose to the position of senior director, national sales. Prior to joining Pyramid Hotel Group, Mr. Bednowitz was vice president, sales and relationship management for StarCite, Inc., a meeting industry technology company.Edgar NugentVice President, Hotel AccountingMr. Nugent is a senior hospitality executive with more than 25 years of financial management experience. His 20-year tenure with Marriott Corporation took him from Texas to Panama to Saudi Arabia and Germany. Prior to joining Pyramid Hotel Group he was a partner in his own hospitality consulting firm, where he counseled hotel owners and investors seeking development support.Robert DiDucaVice President, Managing DirectorMr. DiDuca has 24 years experience in independent and franchised hotel operations including Marriott, Hilton, Doubletree, and Sheraton. He has also successfully transitioned more than 30 properties to new ownership and management including brand conversions. Renovation responsibilities consisting of over $40 million in project improvement have been executed. Mr. DiDuca, based in Boston, oversees hotels in the Northeast and Michigan and continues with Hotel Transitions.Harry GreenblattVice President, Managing DirectorMr. Greenblatt's nearly 30-year career began as a management trainee with Hyatt Hotel Corporation. Following a decade of food and beverage management experience, he switched to operations and began a lengthy association with Doubletree Hotels. During his 17 years with Doubletree Mr. Greenblatt was GM of the Doubletree Hotel Allen Center and Hotel Post Oak, both in Houston. Today he is general manager of the Houston Marriott Westchase with regional operations responsibility for Pyramid's additional Texas properties.Robert (Tico) Bevier, CHAVice President, Managing Director Mr. Bevier has 25 years of experience in the hospitality field, encompassing food and beverage, rooms, operations, and consulting. His affiliation with Pyramid began in 2003 when he consulted with the company on hotel acquisitions and transitions. His extensive hospitality career started with Hyatt Hotels; moving on to La Mansion Hotels; and then he spent 15 years with Hilton Hotels Corporation, mostly at the Doubletree Hotel New Orleans as General Manager. Immediately prior to joining Pyramid he was President of Expotel Hospitality Services for three years. Mr. Bevier remains in New Orleans with Pyramid, where he is responsible for the Maison Dupuy and the New Orleans Lakeside hotels.George McGannVice President, Managing DirectorGeorge McGann has over 25 years experience in the hotel industry, with over 10 years of this experience as a General Manager. He started his career in the food and beverage discipline, as a trainee for the Hyatt Corporation. Presently, George is General Manager of the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel with regional responsibility for the Pleasanton Crowne Plaza (soon to be Marriott) and the Sonoma County Hilton. He joined Pyramid as the General Manger of the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Riverwalk Hotel. Prior to joining Pyramid Hotels, George was the General Manager/Complex General Manager for Starwood Hotels for over 7 years.Bruce CarltonArea Managing DirectorBruce has over 25 years of hotel experience holding various positions. After receiving his BSBA Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Denver, he completed the Corporate Management Trainee program with Hyatt. Most recently, Bruce was the GM at the Doubletree Hotel San Francisco Airport.Mark FallonArea Managing DirectorMark has over 25 years experience with both upscale independent and branded hotels. He managed the La Mansion Del Rio hotel in San Antonio, TX and then joined the team at Guest Quarters in Boston, MA Following his 11 year association with Guest Quarters, Doubletree, and then Promus, Mark was the opening General Manager at the Mystic Marriott Hotel in Mystic, CT and the Marriott Hartford Downtown at Adriaen's Landing in Hartford, CT. Prior to joining Pyramid, he was VP of Operations for Magna Hospitality Group.

BEİJİNG HOTELS

2009-01-01T04:42:00.000-08:00

Hotel Room:500 Rooms
Hotel Location: City Centre: 0 Km - Railway Station: 8 Km - Airport: 31 Km
Hotel Description: As a four-star hotel, China People's Palace has 900 luxury rooms. It consists of A building with 19 floors, B building with 26 floors and annex with 4 floors. Our hotel locates at Fuxing commercial zone in west Chang'an Street, and it is facing the financial street where large banks' headquarters integrated, and it borders upon The State Planning Commission, Financial Department and Broadcasting & Television Department. It can provide you first-rate service for having the geographical position and people' s support.

GRAND HOTEL PLAZA

2009-01-01T04:40:00.001-08:00

Location. The Grand Hotel Plaza in Rome, Italy is 500 meters from the Spanish Steps and the Via Condotti. Trevi Fountain, the Galleria Borghese and the Vatican are less than two kilometers away. Rome Fiumicino Airport is 26 kilometers from the hotel. Hotel Features. Formerly a convent, the Grand Hotel Plaza opened as a hotel in 1860. A mahogany door opens into lobby's high, painted ceilings and marble floors. The hotel provides safe deposit boxes and complimentary newspapers. Complimentary Continental breakfasts are served in the Mascagni Room. The Bar Bistro Mascagni serves the hotel's trademark cocktail, La Dolce Vita, drinks and snacks from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open in the summer months, The Lemon Terrace offers panoramic views over the Via Condotti and Rome's rooftops. The Salone delle Feste ballroom can be used for banquets or conferences. The business center has a computer terminal that offers Internet access. Guestrooms. Each of the 200 rooms in the Grand Hotel Plaza offers a unique ambience. More than 25% have a private balcony complete with chairs and plants. All rooms feature complimentary bottled water, windows that open and minibars. The rooms are decorated with period furniture, historic lithographs and oriental rugs. The beds are dressed with Italian linen. The ensuite marble bathrooms have black, white and gray floors and walls. All of the bathrooms feature Sorelle Fontana toiletries and two-person tubs or power shower stalls. The rooms overlook San Carlo church, the hotel's courtyard or the Via Condotti. Internet access is available for a fee. Expert Tip. Considered the Rodeo Drive of Rome, Via Condotti is the place to find authentic 'Made in Italy' designer clothing such as Gucci, Ferragamo, Versace, Prada, Valentino and Armani.Location. The Grand Hotel Plaza in Rome, Italy is 500 meters from the Spanish Steps and the Via Condotti. Trevi Fountain, the Galleria Borghese and the Vatican are less than two kilometers away. Rome Fiumicino Airport is 26 kilometers from the hotel. Hotel Features. Formerly a convent, the Grand Hotel Plaza opened as a hotel in 1860. A mahogany door opens into lobby's high, painted ceilings and marble floors. The hotel provides safe deposit boxes and complimentary newspapers. Complimentary Continental breakfasts are served in the Mascagni Room. The Bar Bistro Mascagni serves the hotel's trademark cocktail, La Dolce Vita, drinks and snacks from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open in the summer months, The Lemon Terrace offers panoramic views over the Via Condotti and Rome's rooftops. The Salone delle Feste ballroom can be used for banquets or conferences. The business center has a computer terminal that offers Internet access. Guestrooms. Each of the 200 rooms in the Grand Hotel Plaza offers a unique ambience. More than 25% have a private balcony complete with chairs and plants. All rooms feature complimentary bottled water, windows that open and minibars. The rooms are decorated with period furniture, historic lithographs and oriental rugs. The beds are dressed with Italian linen. The ensuite marble bathrooms have black, white and gray floors and walls. All of the bathrooms feature Sorelle Fontana toiletries and two-person tubs or power shower stalls. The rooms overlook San Carlo church, the hotel's courtyard or the Via Condotti. Internet access is available for a fee. Expert Tip. Considered the Rodeo Drive of Rome, Via Condotti is the place to find authentic 'Made in Italy' designer clothing such as Gucci, Ferragamo, Versace, Prada, Valentino and Armani. Location. The Grand Hotel Plaza in Rome, Italy is 500 meters from the Spanish Steps and the Via Condotti. Trevi Fountain, the Galleria Borghese and the Vatican are less than two kilometers away. Rome Fiumicino Airport is 26 kilometers from the hotel. Hotel Features. Formerly a convent, the Grand Hotel Plaza opened as a hotel in 1860. A mahogany door opens into lobby's high, painted ceilings and marble floors. The hotel provides safe deposit boxes and complimentary newspapers. Complimentary Continental breakfasts are served in the Mascagni Room. The Bar Bistro Mascagni serves the hotel's trademark cocktail, La Dolce Vita, drinks and snacks from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Open in the summer months, The Lemon Terrace offers panoramic views over the Via Condotti and Rome's rooftops. The Salone delle Feste ballroom can be used for banquets or conferences. The business center has a computer terminal that offers Internet access. Guestrooms. Each of the 200 rooms in the Grand Hotel Plaza offers a unique ambience. More than 25% have a private balcony complete with chairs and plants. All rooms feature complimentary bottled water, windows that open and minibars. The rooms are decorated with period furniture, historic lithographs and oriental rugs. The beds are dressed with Italian linen. The ensuite marble bathrooms have black, white and gray floors and walls. All of the bathrooms feature Sorelle Fontana toiletries and two-person tubs or power shower stalls. The rooms overlook San Carlo church, the hotel's courtyard or the Via Condotti. Internet access is available for a fee. Expert Tip. Considered the Rodeo Drive of Rome, Via Condotti is the place to find authentic 'Made in Italy' designer clothing such as Gucci, Ferragamo, Versace, Prada, Valentino and Armani.

Sheraton Suites San Diego at Symphony Hall

2009-01-01T04:35:00.000-08:00

A warm and welcoming greeting awaits you at the Sheraton Suites San Diego at Symphony Hall. Our all-suite hotel is built around the prestigious and historical San Diego Symphony Hall and centrally located in one of the premier areas of downtown San Diego.
Experience an all-suite hotel during your stay in San Diego. Perfect for families or those individuals that just need a little extra room. Our new, specially-designed communal lobby lounge area features the Link@Sheraton experienced with Microsoft—with free Wi-Fi and High Speed Internet Access to keep you connected with friends and loved ones.
Enjoy quick and easy access to the San Diego International Airport, the San Diego Convention Center, Petco Park, and the historic Gaslamp shopping and entertainment district. Create memories when you visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Old Town and Sea World – all just minutes away.
Warm Regards,Barry Renker, General Manager

Chalet Im Wieselti

2008-12-23T08:25:00.000-08:00

Chalet Im Wieselti, near the famous ski resort of Arosa (1800m ) and Weisshorn peak (2653m), offers you both comfortable self catered accommodation and an ideal location from which to experience a wide range of winter or summer sports and outdoor activities in Switzerland.Situated in the alpine village of Langwies amongst the beautiful surroundings of the Schanfigg valley, the Chalet is ideally placed between the cosmopolitan ski resort of Arosa (15 minutes by car) and Chur the historic capital of Graubunden (20 minutes by car). The Chalet is south facing with stunning views across the valley and the famous Langwies viaduct. There is a wide variety of activities to take advantage of: Skiing SnowboardingSledgingSkatingHiking Mountain Biking Sight Seeing Fishing Golf

The International Hotel Londra

2008-12-22T05:27:00.001-08:00

Location. The waterfront International Hotel is located within the modern Canary Wharf Docklands business development in London, England. This property is surrounded by more than 200 shops, restaurants and riverside bars. The hotel can be accessed via an over-river pedestrian walkway located one-and-one-half blocks from the Canary Wharf Underground Station. Hotel Features. The International Hotel's lobby reflects contemporary style and is decorated in black marble, walnut-paneled walls and glass chandeliers. Cromptons French Restaurant reflects genteel atmosphere, and specializes in gourmet French fare and vintage wines. Jenny's Carvery Restaurant is a self- service restaurant that overlooks the Old Jamaican Sugar Docks. This eatery offers carving stations and selections of fruits and salads. The Overstuffed Pizzeria Restaurant serves gourmet pizzas, pastas, salads and sandwiches. The Conservatory Bar features expansive quayside-view windows. A business centre offers two terminals equipped with high-speed Internet access. Function rooms accommodate up to 550 guests. Complimentary wireless Internet access is provided in public areas. The limited-hour Spindles Health and Leisure Centre houses an indoor pool, sun beds, a spa tub, a sauna, a steam room and a split-level gym. Guestrooms. The International Hotel offers 442 guestrooms, many of which were refurbished in 2007. Renovated guestrooms reflect contemporary, neutral tones, textured walls and beige carpeting. Unrefurbished rooms feature bright ambience with patterned, poppy-coloured carpets, or mint-green patterned carpets paired with mint-hued fabrics. Marble-clad bathrooms contain granite vanities. Select rooms feature jetted tubs and bidets. Expert Tip. The 02 Dome is located one Underground stop away from the hotel at West Greenwich, and features headline entertainment that includes Justin Timberlake and Barbra Streisand. Renovation Notice:The hotel is scheduled to undergo renovations throughout the property beginning January 15, 2007. Affected areas include the bars, restaurants, guestrooms and fitness center. During this time, at least two restaurants will remain open and Spindles Health Club will remain open as refurbishments take place in one facility at a time. An estimated completion date for all renovations is not available at this time. These dates are subject to change.

SHADYSİDE INN SUİTES

2008-12-18T08:47:00.000-08:00

Shadyside Inn Suites is different. Your idea of staying in a hotel is about to change. Our suites are not typical hotel rooms. In fact we do not have rooms; we only offer suites. Why are we different? Your suite is a fully furnished apartment with the same amenities as a hotel located in a residential neighborhood. It’s not just any neighborhood, it's Shadyside, Pittsburgh’s most quaint, trendy, and upscale urban area. Picture Boston’s Newberry Street, or New York’s East Village and you will get an idea of what the Shadyside area is like.
Imagine having your own apartment in the best location in Pittsburgh for as little as a day or for as long as a lifetime. Shadyside Inn Suites is as flexible as you need. Only going to be here for a night? Why not have your own fully equipped apartment? Need somewhere to stay for a month while your house is renovated? Shadyside Inn Suites is your answer. Looking to attend the University for only nine months? Shadyside Inn Suites can accommodate. Think this is going to cost you more than a hotel? Not even close. Our rates are lower, our suites are double the size of any hotel in the area, our parking is free, and our location is unrivaled.
Our suites are located within a block or two of some of the best dining, entertainment, and shopping in Pittsburgh. At your door are 135+ shops, 15+ restaurants and some of the best nightlife in the area. Shop in small boutiques, visit your favorite national store, and dine on cuisines from all over the world. Shadyside living is unmatched.
Stay in Shadyside and still be approximately 4 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh and the Convention Center and less than 1 mile from the following hospitals: Presbyterian, Montefiore, Magee Women's, Falk Clinic, West Penn, Children's, Shadyside Hospital, and Western Psychiatric
Within 1 mile of the Shadyside Inn Suites is The Carnegie Museum of Art, The Museum of Natural History, The University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University Chatham College, and Carlow College.
Besides coming for a visit, the best way to learn about our story is read what other people have said about us. Please click on the following links to read what the professionals have to say.

LUXURY VİLLA

2008-12-13T02:05:00.000-08:00

Nominee for "Best Villa in Mexico," 2007 World Travel Awards
Treat yourself to all the amenities of a six-star resort, but with the expansive space and privacy of this stunning oceanfront home. Perched high on a cliff overlooking Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, Villa Peñasco offers the ultimate in natural beauty and first-class luxury.On the spacious main terrace, take in the magnificent ocean view from the jacuzzi or infinity pool as you listen to the soothing sounds of its waterfall. The terrace also features a palapa shade structure complete with an elegant bar, refrigerator, and barbecue, all perfect for outdoor entertaining.Inside, the villa offers a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen. The scenic dining room seats 16, and fully opens to the main terrace. After dinner, relax around the large stone fireplace in the living room. When day is done, choose from five beautiful bedrooms. Each has a full marble bath, private terrace, TV, refrigerator, safe, and fabulous view.
Fortlands Point is a fabulous villa strategically located at the lookout point where Discovery Bay meets the Caribbean Sea. Two old canons still remain on the shore of this property providing testimony to the role the land of this wonderful property once played in the defense of Jamaica. The views from its peninsula are stunning of both Discovery Bay on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other.The villa boasts seven air-conditioned bedrooms with seven en suite bathrooms, three private beaches, 270-degree ocean views, a squash court, weight room, TV room and many other amenities. The villa can accommodate up to 14 guests with a maximum of 10 adults since two of the bedrooms are only suitable for young children (trundle beds).Entrance to the villa is into a small courtyard with a pond leading to the front door. A reception/sitting area leads though to the pool deck or left to the formal dining room that seats twelve on its 100-year-old 12' mahogany heirloom table. A covered outdoor dining area adjoins the dining room as well providing charming seaside dining.The interiors are Colonial style and feature cut stone, mahogany pieces and an abundance of teak and other tropical woods as well as Italian tile and Persian rugs which complement the dramatic architecture.Textures of teak, cedar, Italian tile and Persian rugs complement the dramatic architecture. With families in mind, seven bedrooms (including two specifically for children) have been thoughtfully designed on individual split-levels. The comfortable verandah is complete with black granite bar, icemaker and television. Sunset cocktail hours here drift into leisurely long dinners under the stars on any of five open-air dining areas. Inside is the formal dining room with 100-year-old 12' mahogany heirloom table. As a special treat, the staff will serve dinner on the very point itself, followed by a seaside bonfire if you wish ~ evenings to treasure and remember.A large, comfortably furnished verandah offers a black granite bar, icemaker and TV and is a popular gathering place for guests to savor sunset cocktails.Built on four levels (one of which is an attic level), the villa offers the living room, verandah, bar with TV, outside dining areas, inside formal dining room and kitchen on the main level. All of these rooms open to the wide stone terrace, infinity style private swimming pool and hot tub. A few steps lead down to the lawn and then to the main beach on the bay beyond. Just across the lawn, steps lead down to two more private beaches on the sea.Another level features a bedroom with a custom designed mahogany king-sized bed plus a day bed. French doors lead to a furnished terrace and the lawn. This bedroom has a TV, ocean view and en-suite bathroom complete with a tub/shower combination and bidet. This bedroom is, also, wheelchair accessible via a ramped entrance and wide doorways.Another level features three additional bedrooms. One of the ocean view bedrooms features a king sized bed plus a daybed, en-suite bathroom with tub/shower combination and bidet and French doors open to a furnished balcony. Another bedroom offers ocean views, a queen sized 4-poster bed and en-suite bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Additionally on this level, there is a children's room with twin beds and en-suite bathroom with tub/shower combination.On yet another level there is the Captain's Room which offers a king sized 4 poster bed, TV, spacious en-suite bathroom complete with a double vanity, bidet and large walk in shower with two showerheads and three water jet body massagers. Additionally, the family room is located on this level and it offers ocean views, a comfortable sitting area, TV with surround-sound and balcony.On the top level there is a spacious loft bedroom under high peaked ceilings. This bedroom features a king sized bed, TV, spacious bathroom with large walk in shower with two shower heads and three water jet body massagers and a bidet. The room provides sea views from the bedroom area, bathroom and shower. Additionally, on this top level there is another children's loft bedroom with twin beds and en-suite bathroom with shower.All of the bedrooms feature remote control air-conditioners and ceiling fans. Additionally, all of the bathrooms in the villa are fitted with stainless steel Kohler fixtures.Please, also, note that the homeowner requests that guests do not smoke in the bedrooms.Other amenities include DSS TV system, sound system with music channels and a Norstar telephone system with intercoms to the bedrooms, kitchen and staff quarters.Outside, the pool deck provides ample seating beside the pool with a 'disappearing edge' and a Jacuzzi that tumbles into the pool.Additional recreational amenities include an indoor, championship, glass backed squash court and a mirrored fitness room that includes a universal weight machine and elliptical cycle.Fortlands Point is a wonderful family home and offers guests the use of two complementary port-a-cribs, one high chair and children's games. The DSS TV system includes Disney and other children's programs.Please note that the home has two German Shepherd dogs on the property that love children.Fortlands Point is an exceptional villa in an exceptional setting.

VİLLA MARANDİ

2008-12-12T15:06:00.001-08:00

Welcome to Villa Marandi and the beautiful and virgin island of Naxos.

We are ideally situated on a quiet sandy beach, overlooking the sparkling Aegean Sea and only a short distance from the main town, Hora.
Villa Marandi, created with true respect for the traditional Cycladic Architecture, offers true Greek hospitality in a friendly atmosphere.
With is own unique ambience, you will soon feel at home, a member of our large family, relaxed and having fun.
Enjoy the elegant luxury of our spacious suites and apartments, fully furnished with our own personal touch.
The large private verandas, decorated with pergolas and traditional stone walls, offer unique breathtaking views of the Aegean and the Port and Hora across the water.
Located within a natural, serene setting, in harmony with the local area , our beautiful gardens are full of local succulents. Sweet smelling flowers of vibrant colors together with shrubs such as Bouganvilla adorn the walls and secret corners of the hotel.
The pungent perfume of freshly grown herbs such as Basil, Mint, Oregano and Rosemary, used in our kitchen, fills the air. Relax by our fresh water swimming pool, enjoying cocktails, drinks and refreshments or delicious home-made snacks from our pool bar, listening to the sound of the waves lapping the shoreline.
Our wide variety of music choice, no matter what age or preference, will entertain you and is sure not to disappoint.
Our chef is always eager to prepare something special for you. Our Mediterranean Cuisine choices, focusing on fresh fish, direct from our local sources, and traditional dishes made from fresh, local products, are well known and respected throughout the island and beyond. Our extensive wine list, carefully chosen for its variety and value offers a wide choice from all over Greece .
For our young guests there is a specially designed playground and children's pool.,,,netten alıntı..,

LUXURY YATCHS

2008-12-10T11:21:00.001-08:00

1. WHITE HEAVEN (Charter/Motor yachts)...ccomodation for 6 guests. Savour the delicious mediterranean cuisine prepared with Italian flair by the yacht's chef . White Havens professional friendly crew are eager to welcome you on board. ...2. French Riviera, Corsica and Sardinia : 10-Day Cruise (Destinations/Itineraries)The true birth-place of private luxury yachting, still remains an irresistible area to plan your ideal cruise. Incorporating Monaco, the Côte d’Azur, Corsica, Sardinia and its satellite i3. Classic Greece : 8-Day Cruise (Destinations/Itineraries)Explore the Greek Islands aboard your yacht. Reward yourself as you experience the natural beauty of Greek Island beaches bordered by sparkling crystal clear Mediterranean waters in a world full of a4. AVELLA (Charter/Motor yachts)... Under recent new ownership, this immaculate 33.5m Azimut goes from strength to strength. The yacht provides very spacious accommodation for 8 guests in a master stateroom on the main deck;...5. DJANGO-TOO (Charter/Sailing Yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...6. HAIDA G (ex ROSENKAVALIER) (Charter/Motor yachts)...Various water toys TV and Hi-Fi throughout Very few yachts instill such emotive feelings as seeing the stunning 71m "HAIDA G" enter port....7. NO LIMIT (Charter/Motor yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...8. SEDATION II (Charter/Motor yachts)...TBC) Full scuba diving equipment and compressor (spec TBC) Outdoor cinema (spec TBC) This brand new yacht from the world acclaimed Heesen Shipyard is at the pinnacle of performance and design inn...9. SQUEAK (Charter/Motor yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...10. PARSIFAL III (Charter/Sailing Yachts)... complemented by natural textures and textiles that give this ultra modern yacht a warm, inviting and restful feeling. ...11. PERSEUS (Charter/Motor yachts)... In the world of motor yachting, the Falcon 100 class is deservedly a byword for stylistic and technical excellence. ...12. PANDORA (Charter/Motor yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...13. O'RION (Charter/Motor yachts)...) Generators: 2 x deutz 95 kW plus 1 Iveco 25 kW Electricity: 220V Ac - 24 VDC Classification: ABS A2 Yachting Service Number of guests: 12 Number of crew: 8 ...14. O'PTASIA (Charter/Motor yachts)...nslated in Greek as "vision". The Owners intentionally selected this name as they wanted the yacht to have a name that would reflect its elegance and luxury. The O'PTASIA will feature ...15. O'PARI (Charter/Motor yachts)...U Generators: 2 X 30 kW ONAN plus 1 x 20 kW ONAN Electricity: 220 V AC - 24 V Dc Classification BS A2 Yachting Service Number of guests: 12 Number of crew: 12 ...16. O'MEGA (Charter/Motor yachts)... The 83 meter Motor Yacht O'MEGA, fit to accommodate and entertain up to 32 guests in 1 Master, 1 Upper VIP, 4 ...17. O'CEANOS (Charter/Motor yachts)... The fabulous motor yacht O' Ceanos, 49 meters of excellence in engineering and design fitted with Italy's ...18. NEW CENTURY (Charter/Motor yachts)...A large Jacuzzi on top/sundeck with bar and dining facilities together with assorted toys is the perfect yacht for entertaining and outdoor activities. Accommodation for 10 guests in a large maste...19. MALTESE FALCON (Charter/Sailing Yachts)... to experience the Maltese Falcon under sail. The 88 meter clipper Maltese Falcon is the largest sailing yacht in the world and in a breeze her immense DynaRig powers her to record shattering speeds. ...20. LADY LAUREN (Charter/Sailing Yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...21. CHRISTINA O (Charter/Motor yachts)...one would expect in any five star hotel today. Following her refit she is one of the very few ex-private yachts that is now legally capable of international cruising with up to 36 passengers. Corporat...22. STARFIRE (Charter/Motor yachts)...agination ignite aboard Starfire ... She stands as the benchmark for comparison in the international yachting industry, a luminous example of the perfect harmony of design and technology. Its lush...23. TURAMA (Charter/Motor yachts)...guests, the MV TURAMA is especially equipped to make the most special occasion even more memorable. This yacht is uniquely designed for private cruising and is the ideal venue for special corporate ev...24. ARKTOS (Charter/Motor yachts)...ooden schooner made of teak and iroko and is one of the finest designs of Greek craftsmanship. The yacht consesist of large staterooms and the interior is very nicely decorated with fine furnish...25. ARKTOS (Charter/Sailing Yachts)...ooden schooner made of teak and iroko and is one of the finest designs of Greek craftsmanship. The yacht consesist of large staterooms and the interior is very nicely decorated with fine furnish...26. CARMEN FONTANA (Charter/Motor yachts)...rculation Internal communication and International calls access (via Satellite or Mobile) throughout the yacht Internet access available from the master study room Satellite TV, DVD player, stereo sys...27. ALEXANDER (Charter/Motor yachts)...es, the Alexander's luxurious atmosphere achieves its tradition as a truly exclusive ocean-going megayacht. Whilst the vessel has guest accommodation for up to 84 persons, due to the configuration...28. CARMEN SERENA (Charter/Motor yachts)...ion •Internal communication and International calls access (via Satellite or Mobile) throughout the yacht •Internet access available from the master study room •Satellite TV, DVD playe...29. ABILITY (Charter/Motor yachts)...illar 3512B Jacuzzi Turkish Bath * AUDIO/VISUAL * State of the art A-V systems throughout the yacht ACCOMMODATION WATER SPORTS Master suite (which has own private seaview terr...30. ALEXANDRA (Charter/Motor yachts)...wide window openings of M/Y ALEXANDRA are typical of the Benetti style and the interior is a true custom yacht achievement with the signatures of Terence Disdale for design and Alan Jones,,,alıntı,,,

Luxury Hotels in Moscow

2008-12-06T12:02:00.000-08:00

Opulent, extravagant, and truly luxurious What could be better than staying in one of Moscow's very finest hotels? And Moscow's finest are some of the grandest hotels in the world. Splash out and ensure that every aspect of your stay is relaxed, refined and extremely comfortable at one of these top-class luxury hotels. Thanks to our permanently discounted room rates, you may even find that the price is the first of the pleasant surprises in store for you.A prime location right next to the Bolshoi Theater and a distinctively discrete residential atmosphere put the Ararat Park Hyatt right at the top of any list of Moscow's best hotels. Add to that a superlative range of guest services including pampering spa and fitness center, impressive and extensive conferencing facilities, and four superb and varied restaurants, not to mention spacious, superbly appointed rooms in a unique contemporary style, and the Ararat Park Hyatt is guaranteed to satisfy the most discerning customer.Bringing the Kempinski brand's refined elegance and luxury to the Russian capital, the Baltschug Kempinski occupies a beautiful late 19th century building directly across the river from the Kremlin. The fantastic views of Moscow's most buildings are matched by the hotel's plush interiors and impeccable facilities including top-class fitness club and impressive conferencing facilities. Rooms and suites are soberly but sumptuously furnished and fitted, and the hotel staff have been trained to provide the very highest levels of service.The finest of the four Marriott hotels in Moscow, the Royal Aurora has modeled itself on Moscow's most famous luxury hotels, with a charming purpose-built building in full Art Nouveau style. Inside, the hotel offers sumptuous rooms and suites, a full range of luxurious 5-star facilities, and a superb range of concierge services. The hotel was also the first in Moscow to offer butler services. Located on historic Ulitsa Petrovka, one of Moscow's smartest streets, the Royal Aurora Hotel is just a short walk from Red Square and the Kremlin.
Moscow's most beautiful hotel, this glorious Art Nouveau palace has long been a byword for luxury and wealth in the city. Standing just a few steps from Red Square and opposite the Bolshoi Theatre, the Metropol Hotel was opened in 1903, served as the home of the top Bolshevik officials after the Revolution, and reopened in 1991 as Moscow's first international luxury hotel. Sumptuous rooms and suites, many furnished with antiques, are matched by superb restaurants, opulent conferencing facilities, and a full range of 5-star services. The Metropol's main pre-Revolutionary rival, the National Hotel is equally well situated directly opposite the Kremlin. It also boasts spectacular Art Nouveau facade and public spaces. Recently taken over by the Royal Le Meridien group, it has accommodation and facilities to match its rich history and impressive exterior. Fully renovated in 1995, the National Hotel has beautifully fitted guest rooms and suites, many furnished with antiques, plus a renowned restaurant, superb facilities for corporate events, and a pampering fitness center and spa.The latest addition to Moscow's 5-star hotels has gone all out to set the standard for luxury and opulence in the city. Occupying a purpose built, palatial building just a few steps from the Kremlin, the Ritz Carlton Hotel has huge, opulently appointed rooms and suites, all furnished and fitted with the finest natural materials and latest technical amenities. The Ritz Carlton also offers the most carefully thought out and exhaustive range of concierge services in Moscow, plus all the luxury business and leisure facilities you would expect from this world-renowned brand. Fully renovated in 2005, the historic Savoy Hotel, which first opened its doors in 1913, has recently become the only Russian member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World association. With only 67 guest rooms, all furnished and decorated with traditional elegance and contemporary comfort, the Savoy offers truly exclusive accommodation in the very heart of Moscow, just a short walk from the Bolshoi Theatre and Red Square. Fitness, business and dining facilities are unconstrained by the hotel's size, and are all superb.Unlike the majority of Moscow's luxury hotels, the Swissotel Krasnye Kholmy eschews traditional elegance for a thoroughly modern approach to luxury. Housed in a sleek, 34-story tower with a riverside location in the southern center of Moscow, the Swissotel, which opened in 2006, has already become a Moscow landmark. State-of-the-art room designs are matched by the superbly conceived conference and meeting spaces, and a full range of luxury business and leisure facilities. Views from higher floors are some of the best in Moscow.

Red Lion Templin's on the River

2008-12-04T07:39:00.000-08:00

Waterfront Location In North Idaho's Natural Playground

Red Lion Templin's Hotel, located directly on the Spokane River, is nestled among the majestic mountains surrounding the quaint city of Post Falls, Idaho.Our 163 guest rooms and suites feature king or queen beds and the all the comforts of home including coffee makers, irons and hairdryers. Resort amenities include a fitness center and indoor pool, tennis and volleyball courts, a private beach and unlimited mountain and river views. Paddle or pontoon boats can be rented at our full-service marina. Seasonal cruises along the Spokane River are available on an authentic paddle-wheel boat, the WestCoast River Queen. The cruise season is from May through October, tickets are available at Ticketswest.com.Conveniently located 35 minutes from Spokane International airport, the resort offers easy access to all area attractions. The University of Idaho Research Park is just two miles away with Coeur d'Alene and the University of Idaho 12 miles east on I-90. Guests also enjoy easy access to the region’s year-round recreation that includes golfing, boating, hiking and skiing as well as biking, jogging and strolling along North Idaho’s Centennial Trail.For outstanding regional dining our award-winning Mallards Restaurant and Lounge is known for its sumptuous breakfast, lunch and dinner choices and for unsurpassed river views. During the summer, Templin’s River Grill is open daily on the river.With 11,000 square feet of river view meeting and banquet space, Red Lion Templin’s Hotel is also able to accommodate up to 750 guests for your next conference or special occasion.
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC VILLA RENTALS

2008-12-03T12:46:00.000-08:00

Dominican Republic villa rentals are a great way to explore this unique Caribbean country, one where activities are boundless and a rich Spanish flavor infuses every day life. CaribbeanWay's Dominican Republic villas are set to best enjoy both, located along the best golf courses and beaches while just minutes from town.Families will love villas in the Dominican Republic for their variety and proximity to the attractions. Reunions of two to twenty can be accommodated, and Dominican Republic vacation rentals are the ideal headquarters to get together in style and comfort.

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Swissotel Beijing

2008-12-02T07:24:00.000-08:00

Managed by Raffles International, Swissotel Beijing Caters to today's discerning modern business and leisure travelers. Situated in Beijing's rapidly developing commercial and diplomatic district, with easy access to the Forbidden City, the Wang Fujing Shopping District and other cultural highlights of Beijing.
Swissotel Beijing offers 430 guest rooms, a suite and office tower, three international restaurants, ball and function rooms, a business centre and a well equipped health club. Swissotel Beijing combines individual, modern and functional design with local character and renowned standards of Swiss hospitality, service efficiency and product quality.

Location
Swissotel Beijing is located on the east second ring road with direct access to Beijing subway and 30 minutes distance to Beijing International and Domestic Airport.
Rooms and Rates
Swissotel's 430 guest rooms and suites are elegantly decorated.
Extensive workstations with broadband Internet access
In-room laptop ¨C size electronic safes
In-room fax machine upon request
Non-smoking room floors
Executive floor: personalized service, complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktails, butler service, private meeting rooms and private express check-in and check-out in our exclusive Executive Lounge.

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FERRETTI YACHTS - FERRETTI 830 (2 X 1850 MTU)

2008-12-01T11:02:00.001-08:00

Chi sceglie un’imbarcazione usata presso di noi è guidato dalla ricerca della qualità, dell'eccellenza, dello stile. Le imbarcazioni usate che abbiamo il piacere di proporvi sono il risultato della selezione operata dai nostri Dealer di tutto il mondo e sono state organizzate secondo la lunghezza, il cantiere di appartenenza e la tipologia di yacht.Individuate il modello che più si adatta alle vostre esigenze e contattateci per approfondirne la conoscenza. Saremo lieti di mettere a vostra disposizione 35 anni di esperienza nell'industria nautica che significano sicurezza, fiducia e affidabilità. Buona navigazione....alıntı...

Evansville Plaza Hotel-Suites&Evansville Hotel Indoor Pool Area

2008-12-01T10:50:00.001-08:00

Evansville Plaza Hotel Suites & Evansville Hotel Indoor Pool Area
Evansville Plaza Hotel Suites & Evansville Hotel Indoor Pool AreaYou will Enjoy Midwestern hospitality and affordable rates at the Evansville Plaza Hotel and Suites. For the price of one of our spacious rooms you will enjoy all that the Plaza Hotel in Evansville has to offer such as an indoor heated pool, 24-hour fitness room and complementary continental breakfast. In room amenities include: free wireless internet access, coffeemakers, hair dryers, & irons just to name a few.The Evansville Plaza Hotel & Suites is located on State Highway 41 next to the Evansville Regional Airport making it convenient to many Evansville Indiana attractions and businesses such as The University of Southern Indiana, Angel Mounds State Historic Site, Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, Casino Aztar and many popular area restaurants. From its services and amenities to its convenient location, Plaza Hotel and Suites has something for everyone.Plaza Hotel & Suites - Affordable

Acapulco Luxury Villas

2008-12-01T10:47:00.000-08:00

Acapulco Luxury Villas is a pioneer in the rental of luxury vacation properties in Acapulco. Founded 43 years ago, we offer unrivalled customer service and a knowledgeable staff of villa consultants who will help you select the perfect property to enjoy your luxury lifestyle in a world of privilege and privacy. We have hosted Hollywood stars, royalty, ambassadors, governors, cocktails and weddings, as well as corporate and incentive travel groups.
We offer the largest inventory of luxury villas for rent in Acapulco, with more than 100 spectacular villas and condos. Most of our properties are located in Las Brisas, an exclusive gated community with 24 hours security. Situated on 50 acres of rolling hills overlooking Acapulco Bay, Las Brisas offers spectacular views and majestic sunsets. We also offer incredible properties in the new and growing resort area of Acapulco Diamante close to the Airport, as well as in Condesa, Barra Vieja, Pichilingue and Las Playas, which was the tourist center of Acapulco during the 1950’s.
As the best known and largest villa rental company in Acapulco, we are proud members of VRMA, the international association of professional vacation rental managers.
We are the only villa rental agency in Acapulco that offers Concierge and Catering services. Just relax and let us coordinate all your daily menus and recreational activities. We can book any type of recreational activity you desire, such as yacht rentals, fishing, massage, scuba diving, mariachis, flowers, fireworks, horseback riding, restaurant reservations, discotheques, golf reservations and much more -- to make this your best vacation ever! Our Concierge unit can also arrange daily limousine service, including pick up at the airport.

LUXURY JET

2008-12-01T10:34:00.000-08:00

Luxury Air Jets provides a full spectrum of private aviation services to people who can’t afford to waste time. We provide private jet charter flights to nearly every destination in the world on corporate jets. By using our private jet or executive jet charter services, you will avoid giant commercial airports, security lines, baggage check lines, and delayed flights. Private jet charter is with no doubt the future in private aviation. That is why we made air charter services our specialty.
AIRCRAFT CHARTER - Only Four-Hour Notice!
Among the benefits you get when you charter private jets, executive jet aircraft, or any luxury aircraft with us:
*When you charter private jets, you pay No monthly fees, No membership costs, and No long-term investment on any charter flights.
*20-30% saving on jet charter when compared to fractional program companies.
*Only four-hour notice required for all charter jet and travel arrangements.
*Access to 3,500 executive jet aircraft and helicopters in over 6,000 airports worldwide.
*The highest ARG/US certifications for all our aircraft.
*24-hour personalized concierge service monitoring all charter flights

Luxury Air Jets provides a full spectrum of private aviation services to people who can’t afford to waste time. We provide private jet charter flights to nearly every destination in the world on corporate jets. By using our private jet or executive jet charter services, you will avoid giant commercial airports, security lines, baggage check lines, and delayed flights. Private jet charter is with no doubt the future in private aviation. That is why we made air charter services our specialty.
AIRCRAFT CHARTER - Only Four-Hour Notice!
Among the benefits you get when you charter private jets, executive jet aircraft, or any luxury aircraft with us:
*When you charter private jets, you pay No monthly fees, No membership costs, and No long-term investment on any charter flights.
*20-30% saving on jet charter when compared to fractional program companies.
*Only four-hour notice required for all charter jet and travel arrangements.
*Access to 3,500 executive jet aircraft and helicopters in over 6,000 airports worldwide.
*The highest ARG/US certifications for all our aircraft.
*24-hour personalized concierge service monitoring all charter flights.
AIRCRAFT MANAGE MENT - Protect Your Investment!
Our services include:
*Aircraft Storage, Maintenance, Inspection, and Supplemental Aircraft.
*Key bi-Coastal Locations.
*Aircraft Maintenance & Inspection Monitoring to assure peak condition
*The highest approval ratings from ARG/US.
*Full Cycle Recruitment and training of professional flight crew.
*Concierge service - All our associates receive extensive professional training
*All Administrative Responsibilities - monthly accounting and financial reporting.
*Centralized Dispatching & Flight Scheduling - Dedicated 24-hour flight coordination.
*Fleet Discount Programs for aircraft parts, maintenance, and insurance.
*Jet A and 100LL Fuel - LAJ negotiated savings on fuel pricing and FBO services.
*Jet Charter sales - to maximize your aircraft’s revenue potential.
*Additional Services include Full Catering, Cabin Attendants, International Flight Planning, Crew internet access, Ground transportation for guests and crew, Cabin Cleaning Services and de-icing.
AIRCRAFT SALES - Not publicly available
*Expert aircraft sourcing worldwide.
*Corporate jets, executive jets, and private jets selection tailored to your needs.
*Years of Long-Established Relationships.
*Full analysis of your needs and requirements.
*Access to an exclusive private listing of new aircraft.
*Immediate delivery.
Safe
*We are members in good standing with all industry safety and auditing organizations. In this regard, we have aligned ourselves with industry titans such as ARG/US®, NATA® and NATA First®. Compliance with TSA as well as local and federal law enforcement agency regulations further ensure your personal security and safety while using our air charter service.
Timely
Our 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week/ 365 days a year concierges are trained to exceed your expectations for all Jet charter flights, and show you the luxury of flying with us when you charter a private jet, a corporate jet, or an executive jet.
Our clients include: heads of states, world leaders, entertainment celebrities, high net-worth individuals and their families, and corporate key personnel.
Our trip-type include: world tours, business travel, industry travel, personal travel, celebrity travel,

Tobacco Road challenges all golfers

2008-11-27T04:29:00.000-08:00

SANFORD, N.C. – It’s that time of year, when every golfer in the frozen north is picking my brain for travel tips for warm weather golf. One of the big questions is where to play in the Pinehurst area. After all, Golftown, USA is almost as packed as Myrtle Beach when it comes to golf courses. Nevertheless, just as Bandon Dunes knocked Pebble Beach off its lofty perch as America’s greatest seaside golf venue, so too has mighty Pinehurst resort seen a serious challenge to it’s decades long rule over golf in the North Carolina sandhills region. Tobacco Road, designed by the late, great Mike Strantz, has become a must play, if not the first play when traveling to North Carolina for a golf vacation. The difficulty of the course is derived directly from the fact that – unless you’ve been to Ireland or Scotland – you’ve never seen anything like it. Nobody is better than Strantz at optical illusion and nowhere do his optical illusions invoke more trepidation, confusion or frustration in a player than at Tobacco Road. Holes look cloak-and-dagger claustrophobic from the tee. Since some tee shots are blind, players (particularly first-time visitors), are uncertain exactly where to place their shot. (Always remember – when teeing off on a Strantz hole, go over the mound in front of you, Strantz’ fairways are behind the mound.,,,alıntı,,,

SKİ

2008-11-25T14:52:00.000-08:00

Kayak sporunun ilk çıkış şekli insanların karda batmamak için çeşitli ağaçlardan çeşitli şekilde parçalar yapmışlardır.Kayak Sporunun Tarihçesi 5000 yıl öncesine ait ilk kayaklar dişbudak betula ve çam ağaçlarından yapılmış olup bunların kayganlığını artırmak için çam ağacından yapılanların tabanları katranla betuladan yapılan kayaklarda deriyle kaplanmıştır. Kayak sporunun ilk ortaya çıktığı ve kullanıldığı bölgeler; Sibirya Moğolistan ve Altaylar' dır. Daha sonra Kuzey Amerika Balkanlar Anadolu ve Kuzeybatı yönünde İskandinavya ile İzlanda' ya doğru yayılmıştır.Zaman içinde gelişerek bir spor aracı olarak benimsenmesi sonucunda 1866' da Cristina' da ilk kez kayak yarışmaları düzenlenmiş bu karşılaşmaya gösterilen büyük ilgi üzerine 1879'da Oslo'da daha büyük bir organizasyon gerçekleştirilerek kayakla atlama yarışmaları yapılmıştır.Dünyadaki ilk kayak kulübü 1877'de Fridtjof Nansen'in girişimleriyle Norveç'te "Ski Club de Cristina" adıyla kurulmuş bunu 1890'da Almanya 1894'te Avusturya 1901' de Fransa ve 1903' te İngiltere'de kurulan kayak kulüpleri izlemiştir.1924' te merkezi Bern'de olan Uluslararası Kayak Federasyonu (Federation International de Ski) FIS'in kurulmasıyla birlikte kayak aynı yıl kış olimpiyatları programına dahil edilmiştir. FIS' in ilk kez 1925'te düzenlediği "Alp Disiplini" ile 1931'de düzenlediği "Alp Disiplini" yarışları günümüzde her dört yılda bir ayrı yerlerde ve birbirinden bağımsız olarak yapılmaktadır.Türkiye' de Kayak TarihçesiKayıtlara göre eski Türklerde “Çana” olarak bilinen kayak M.Ö.4000 yıllarında Baykal Gölü çevresinde karda yürüme aracı olarak kullanılmıştır.Göçlerle İskandinav ülkelerine ulaşan kayak Avrupa’da XVIII. Yüzyıldan sonra yaygınlaşmaya başlamıştır. Yurdumuzda ilk kez 1914 yılında Haliç’te bir marangoz atölyesinde yapılan çok sayıda kayak hayvan sırtında Erzurum’ a taşınmış ve Kafkas cephesinde kayakçı er yetiştirmek üzere Erzurum’ da açılan kurslarda 30 kayakçı yetiştirilmiştir.1 Ocak 1933 yılında Galatasaray Lisesi' nden bir grup öğretmen ilk kez Uludağ’ da kayak yaparak bu sporun Türkiye’ de öncülüğünü yapmışlardır.Türkiye Kayak Federasyonu aslında 1935 yılında kayak federasyonu olarak değil de “Dağcılık ve Binicilik Federasyonu” olarak kuruldu....alıntı...

GOLF

2008-11-23T03:09:00.000-08:00

Golf is a sport in which a player, using many types of clubs including a driver, a putter, and irons, hits a ball into each hole on a golf course in the lowest possible number of strokes. Golf is one of the few ball games that does not use a standardized playing area; rather, the game is played on golf "courses", each one of which has a unique design and typically consists of either 9 or 18 holes. Golf is defined in the Rules of Golf as "playing a ball with a club from the teeing ground into the hole by a stroke or successive strokes in accordance with the RulesA golf ball next to a hole.The first game of golf for which records survive was played at Bruntsfield Links, in Edinburgh, Scotland, in A.D. 1456, recorded in the archives of the Edinburgh Burgess Golfing Society, now The Royal Burgess Golfing Society. The modern game of golf spread from Scotland to England and has now become a worldwide game, with golf courses in the majority of countries.Golf competition may be played as stroke play, in which the individual with the lowest number of strokes is declared the winner, stableford points play (as devised in 1931 by Dr. Frank Stableford of the Wallasey & Royal Liverpool Golf Clubs), in which the individual with the highest points score is declared the winner, or as match play with the winner determined by whichever individual or team posts the lower score on the most individual holes during a complete round. In addition, team events such as fourball have been introduced, and these can be played using either the stroke, stableford or matchplay format. Alternative ways to play golf have also been introduced, such as miniature golf, sholf and disc golf.Golf has increasingly turned into a spectator game, with several different levels of professional and amateur tours in many regions of the world. People such as Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Lorena Ochoa, Pádraig Harrington and Annika Sörenstam have become well-recognized sports figures across the world. Sponsorship has also become a huge part of the game and players often earn more from their sponsorship contracts than they do from the game itself.Golf is a game the exact origins of which are unclear. The origin of golf is open to debate as to being Dutch[3] or Scottish. However, the most accepted golf history theory is that golf as practised today originated from Scotland in the 1100s.[4]Scholars have claimed references to a form of golf from hieroglyphs found on stone tablets dating to ancient Egyptian Pharoahs. A game somewhat similar to golf was first mentioned in Dōngxuān Records (Chinese: 東軒錄), a Chinese book of 11th century. It was also mentioned on 26 February 1297 in the Netherlands in a city called Loenen aan de Vecht. Here the Dutch played a game with a stick and leather ball. Whoever hit the ball into a target several hundreds of meters away the least number of times, won.Modern golf is considered to be a Scottish invention,as the game was mentioned in two 15th century laws prohibiting the playing of the game of gowf. Some scholars have suggested that this refers to another game which is more akin to modern shinty, hurling or field hockey than golf. A game of putting a small ball into a hole in the ground using clubs was played in 17th century Netherlands. Flourishing trade over the North Sea during the Middle Ages and early Modern Period led to much language interaction between Scots, Dutch) and other languages. There are also reports of even earlier accounts of a golf like game from continental Europe.However, these earlier games are more accurately viewed as ancestors of the game we call golf, as the fact remains that the modern game of golf we understand today originated and developed in Scotland: The first golf club memberships were formed in Scotland. The earliest permanent golf course originated there too, as did the very first written rules, as did the establishment of the 18-hole course. The first formalized tournament structures also emerged there and competitions were arranged between different Scottish cities. Over time, the modern game spread to England and from there to the rest of the world. The oldest playing golf course in the world is The Musselburgh Old Links Golf Course. Evidence has shown that golf was played here in 1672 although Mary, Queen of Scots reputedly played there in 1567.As stated, golf courses have not always had eighteen holes. The St Andrews Links occupy a narrow strip of land along the sea. As early as the 15th century, golfers at St Andrews, in Fife, established a customary route through the undulating terrain, playing to holes whose locations were dictated by topography. The course that emerged featured eleven holes, laid out end to end from the clubhouse to the far end of the property. One played the holes out, turned around, and played the holes in, for a total of 22 holes. In 1764, several of the holes were deemed too short, and were therefore combined. The number was thereby reduced from 11 to nine, so that a complete round of the links comprised 18 holes. Due to the status of St Andrews as the golf capital, all other courses chose to follow suit and the 18-hole course remains the standard today.The major changes in equipment since the 19th century have been better mowers, especially for the greens, better golf ball designs, using rubber and man-made materials since about 1900, and the introduction of the metal shaft beginning in the 1930s. Also in the 1930s the wooden golf tee was invented. In the 1970s the use of steel and then titanium to replace wood heads began, and shafts made of "graphite" (also known as carbon fiber) were introduced in the 1980s. Though wooden tees are still most popular, various designs of plastic tees have been developed in recent years, and the synthetic materials composing the modern ball continue to be developed.Golf balls are famous for "dimples". These small dips in the surface of the golf ball decrease aerodynamic drag which allows the ball to fly farther. Golf is also famous for the use of flags. These show the position of the hole to players when they make their first drive and are too far away from the hole to aim accurately. When all players in a group are within putting distance, the flag is removed by a "caddy" or a fellow competitor to allow for easier access to the hole.World popularityIn 2005 Golf Digest calculated that there were nearly 32,000 golf courses in the world, approximately half of them in the United States. The countries with most golf courses in relation to population, starting with the best endowed were: Scotland, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, Canada, Wales, United States, Sweden, and England (countries with fewer than 500,000 people were excluded). Apart from Sweden, all of these countries have English as the majority language, but the number of courses in new territories is increasing rapidly. For example the first golf course in the People's Republic of China opened in the mid-1980s, but by 2005 there were 200 courses in that country.The professional sport was initially dominated by Scottish then English golfers, but since World War I, America has produced the greatest quantity of leading professionals. Other Commonwealth countries such as Australia and South Africa are also traditional powers in the sport. Since around the 1970s, Japan, Scandinavian and other Western European countries have produced leading players on a regular basis. The number of countries with high-class professionals continues to increase steadily, especially in East Asia. South Korea is notably strong in women's golf.[11]The last decade or so has seen a marked increase in specialised golf vacations or holidays worldwide. This demand for travel which is centered around golf has led to the development of luxury resorts which cater to golfers and feature integrated golf courses.In the United States, the number of people who play golf 25 times or more per year fell from 6.9 million in 2000 to 4.6 million in 2005, according to the National Golf Foundation. The Foundation reported a smaller decline in the number who played golf at all; it fell from 30 million to 26 million over the same period ......alıntı...

2008-11-22T15:07:00.001-08:00

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