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<title>Kelvin Kong - EzineArticles Expert Author</title>
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<description><![CDATA[An avid writer, PostAdvert.com is a successful "Brick-and-Mortar" Entrepreneur and Internet Netpreneur. He loves people, and enjoys sharing his expertise and knowledge of marketing on the Internet with one and all. Post Advert is a founding member of "Manila-Hotels.org" with the tagline "Budget Paradise for your Manila Vacation", "HotelsLondonTravel.com" which sets out the best of London Hotels and Travel, and also actively promotes "Lifestylewiki.com" as a comprehensive and very friendly community portable on the best of Singapore hotels and lifestyle to the world. His favourite websites include manila-hotels.org, lifestylewiki.com and hotelslondontravel.com. Out of work and business, his personal interests include ... ]]></description>
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<title>The Marina Bay Sands in Singapore Goes Hi-Tech</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:39:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Today's hotels do not just rely on quality personnel to provide the excellent service they are known for. They are also dependent on modern technology to help their business succeed and to assist them with their clients.]]></description>
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<title>London Hotels - The Bloomsbury District</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:32:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is a district in London which was made famous by such literary luminaries as Virginia Woolf and E.M. Forster. This group was known as the Bloomsbury Set because they worked or studied around the Bloomsbury district back in the 20th century. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotels You Can Call Home in Singapore</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:32:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Republic of Singapore has become one of the most popular tourist spots in Asia. An estimate of 7 to 10 million visitors flock this island-city state on a yearly basis just to see its famous landmarks.]]></description>
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<title>London Hotels - Covering Covent Garden</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:00:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Within central London, there are many districts that cater to a variety of shopping and entertainment needs. Among these is one known as the Covent Garden district, which includes the City of Westminster and the London Borough of Camden. ]]></description>
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<title>An Overview of London Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:55:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[London, being the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is one of the top tourist destinations in the entire world. It is a melting pot of art, culture, fashion, and society. That is why it should come as no surprise why the city has thousands of hotels and lodging establishments to cater to the sheer demand of people visiting the city. There are London hotels that cater to the entire gamut of tourists, especially given that the London Development Agency says that the amount tourists spend in London amount to over ?15 billion ($23.64 billion) annually. That is definitely a lot of tourists, and that entails a whole lot of revenue.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels and Demand Management</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:24:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to the multitudes of hotels in the hospitality industry, providing excellent service and amazing accommodations is not enough. Among the important keys to success in the hotel business is good demand management. It impacts not only the hotel's overall vision and operation, but also trickles down to the finer details that go into every room in an establishment. Demand management takes into account several things. ]]></description>
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<title>A Look at Technologies That Help Drive the Hotel Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:52:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Technology, and the development thereof, is what drives practically every industry on the planet. While the hotel industry may be largely reliant on service and skill, technology also plays a big part when it comes to the overall operation of each establishment. One good example of an important technology is a piece of software called the "property management systems." ]]></description>
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<title>Top Hotels in Manila to Be In</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:35:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As one of the popular tourist destinations in South East Asia, it is no surprise that the Philippines is laden with top-class hotels. One area that is abundant with these establishments is Manila. Being the country's capital, it is pretty much where the action takes place. So if you are planning a visit to Manila any time soon, here are some hotels that you might want to consider checking in to.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels - A Newlywed's New Honeymoon Alternative</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:30:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Wedding expenses can take a toll on newlywed couples since they end up spending a lot prior to the ceremony. This includes the wedding gown of the bride, the groom's suit, the place where the reception will be held and the food. Because of these expenses, it is hard for these newly married couple to look forward to a luxurious honeymoon afterward. That's the reason why, according to a report released by Superbreak, newlyweds in the United Kingdom simply spend their honeymoons by checking into hotels. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotels Listed As The Top Victim of Credit Card Fraud</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:19:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Credit card fraud has run rampant over the years. And if you thought that gas stations, restaurants and shopping malls are the only ones who are victimized by this scam, think again. Even hotels - with their tight security and all, fall prey to this fraudulent act. ]]></description>
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<title>Complaints Are Also Welcome in Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:16:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hotels are responsible for providing us with exemplary service. It is after all their mission to make their guests' tenure with them comfortable and hassle-free. However, there will be times when that will not be the case. ]]></description>
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<title>Small Luxury Hotel of the World Lands in Singapore</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:14:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Over the years, Singapore has slowly risen and become one of the top destinations in the Asia Pacific region. And since it has become a tourist destination, the country's hospitality industry has reaped the benefits of having non-stop incoming visitors coming to their hotels. This influx is what the Small Luxury Hotel of the World wants to take advantage off.]]></description>
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<title>Singapore Hotels - Little India's Affordable Lodging Options</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:01:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While many tourists might be more familiar with Singapore's Orchard Road district or its Sentosa island getaways, the Asian city-state's Little India district is also one of its most colorful areas and a great destination for tourists. Little India has a selection of budget lodging establishments, from really cheap backpacker hostels to mid-range boutique and full-size hotels, all ready to serve travelers  -especially those visiting the country on a tight budget. ]]></description>
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<title>Singapore Hotels - Focus on the Bugis and Kampong Glam Districts</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:57:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Located to the east of Singapore's center, the island city-state's Bugis and Kampong Glam districts provide quick stops and alternatives to staying within the city center itself. While travelers with deeper pockets can opt to stay in the decidedly more expensive establishments in the city center and there are more budget options in the Little India district, Bugis and Kampong Glam do offer their fair share of affordable accommodations for the budget-conscious traveler. When it comes to budget offerings, there are a few backpacker hostels and dorm-style inns that should provide rooms for low double-digit dollars.]]></description>
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<title>The Good Life at the 41 Hotel</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:56:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[London is known for its various tourist attractions. You've got Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, and Westminster Abbey just to name a few.]]></description>
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<title>Steps to a Stress-Free Hotel Stay</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:38:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people book a night or two at a hotel in order to get away from many things-work, problems, or just the plain stress of living life day by day, tethered by all the things that concern survival. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure that each second spent in a hotel will remain stress-free. ]]></description>
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<title>Singapore's Riverside Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:10:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Perhaps one of the more popular and most frequented areas in the island city-state of Singapore is its Riverside area, home to nightspots, skyscrapers, luxury hotels, and entertainment venue. It is also home to a significant chunk of Singapore's history, as it is on the Singapore River's north bank where Sir Thomas Stamford Bingley Raffles made his first landing. The Singapore River is a major artery that passes through the Central Business District. ]]></description>
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<title>Singapore Hotels - A Peek Into Orchard Road</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:07:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Orchard Road is a long stretch located to the north of the Singapore River, populated largely by a multitude of world-famous shopping malls. Thousands upon thousands of travelers and locals alike flock the Orchard Road malls, and such a frequented area naturally has a wide variety of hotels to suit the needs of its visitors. ]]></description>
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<title>Raffles Hotel Equates to Singapore</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:13:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Somerset Maugham, a famous writer once said, "Raffles stands for all the fables of the exotic east." After many years of hard work and struggle, Raffles Hotel Singapore proved to be more than just a fable, it wrote history. Raffles Hotel Singapore, first opened in 1887, has survived more than a century of change. ]]></description>
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<title>The Aftermath - Resurgence of London Hotels After World War II</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:15:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Second World War can be considered as one of the greatest tragedies of the world. Its effects and damages spread in every corner of the world, extending to different territories, countries and continents. London was not spared from its attacks. In a time of devastation and death, the hospitality industry in London was able to survive the blows of the war and pick-up the pieces to start anew. ]]></description>
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<title>When a Hotel Leaves a Mark</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:11:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For most people, hotels only serve our most basic needs. It provides a place to stay in for a weary traveler, a temporary home for a tourist, a haven to relax for tired businessmen and a room for a nomad. It is a place to stay, relax, rest or dine. There are hotels that actually do so much more than those mentioned: there are hotels that leave a mark.
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<title>The Beginning of Hotels in London</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:10:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hotels in London are well-known all over the world for being luxurious and expensive. They offer both tourists and locals the perfect comfort and relaxation during their holiday stays or business trips. However, London hotels did not initially emerge like the hotels we know at present. They evolved significantly since the time they were established way back in the 19th century.]]></description>
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<title>TOUCH Singapore - An Interactive Hotel Network</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:03:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Singapore receives over 10 million tourists every year that spend more than S$14.8 billion dollars, adding to the city-state's economic and commercial growth. This makes Singapore one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia, inviting tourists not only from neighboring countries like the Philippines, Taiwan, Korea and China but also people from the US and Europe. ]]></description>
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<title>Introducing DC2Go For Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:05:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[DC2Go is not any ordinary jargon that pops out one day in people's vocabulary and eventually disappears on the next. DC2Go will soon be a part of household terms used to refer to a state-of-the-art application that will allow hotel guests to search for the best deals, promo rates and discounts from many hotels in Singapore.]]></description>
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<title>Senior Citizen Discounts at Luxury Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:05:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As people reach the age of 60, they think that they have already experienced a lot in life. They had been through the ups, downs and zigzags of everyday living. There were enough smiles given away and tears cried out. Old people choose to stay laid back and stop wanting, desiring and wishing for more in life. But it should not always be the case.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels Go Feminist</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:04:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Two hotels almost halfway around the world developed one uniting concept in mind: to provide special services catering to the interest of women. What interest? Security. Women now are independent and liberated. They travel for business purposes, go on holiday shopping, meet friends overseas and take time to pamper themselves. However, it could not be avoided that women who travel alone often feel threatened in mingling in a male-dominated society. They want to guard their privacy and want a "me-time" for themselves. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotels - Avoiding Dreaded Hidden Charges</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:02:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sometimes, prospective travelers stumble upon hotel room deals that are simply too good to resist. However, even with discounted hotel rates or special offers, there are always ways for your bill to hike up to insurmountable heights, something that your budget cannot handle. What more if you are paying for premium rooms? ]]></description>
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<title>The People Behind Great Hotel Designs</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 08:04:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After seeing such high-rise luxury and themed hotels, have you not ever wondered: who might be the great minds behind these eye-catching hotels that stand the test of time and change? The following are the notable names that ought to be recognized and given credit for their creative ideas and careful planning to build railway hotels which surged in popularity in the 19th century.]]></description>
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<title>Mobile Marketing - The Next Step For Hotel Marketing Strategies</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 08:00:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hotel marketing has branched off to adapt to the ever-changing landscape, heading over to platforms defined by the digital evolution in this information age. Suffice it to say that marketing strategies are also highly influenced by the emerging platforms and media.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels Playing Vital Role in Businesses</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:39:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Travel is an integral part of many businesses, whether it is with a gigantic multinational corporation or a small-scale business trying to set something up. With regards to this, hotels definitely play big roles in businesses. Hotels can fill many different functions in business travel, depending on the requirements of all sorts of businesses. Whether it is for a simple meeting, an event, or simple room and board for traveling agents and businessmen, hotels are one of the first things on the list when it comes to planning for business travel. ]]></description>
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<title>Lesser-Known Hotel Classifications</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:08:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Among the lesser-known ways that hotels are classified is by tagging them as either full service establishments or limited service establishments. As the name implies, full service hotels have a host of linked establishments within the hotel itself. This includes a comprehensive range of shops and services such as boutiques, restaurants, bookstores, gift shops, computer rental shops, cafes, drug stores, and whatever else.]]></description>
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<title>Hotel Online Marketing to the Next Level</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:06:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Online marketing has proven to be quite significant to the success of hotels in this day and age of total connectivity and information. It is an essential tool, especially since there are many potential customers that are just a click away.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels Through the Crisis - Streamlining and Expansion</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 08:50:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the past, when there were sustainable profits and rapid expansion, hotels were able to boost their services by adding support operations that help establish their brand better. Once the recession hit, the ill effects of having an expanded payroll had to be accounted for-usually by streamlining, something that even high-ranking executives are not exempt from. Many industries responded to the recession by expanding their range of services, like what the business process outsourcing industry was able to do. ]]></description>
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<title>Why Hold Events at Hotels?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:55:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hotels are widely perceived as expensive and a bit too grandiose. That's why many people's faces contort when they are informed that a certain event they want to attend is going to be held at that posh hotel uptown. That, of course, is unwarranted concern. Hotels' events venues are prime spots for meetings, conferences, and dances because they afford not only a luxurious name and place to put on the invitations and posters, but they also provide many other good stuff-from food to the facilities to the kind of security that is otherwise hard to come by when it comes to other locations. ]]></description>
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<title>Finding the Right Hotels at the Right Price</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:49:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If a traveler is on a very tight budget, then one would be better off scratching 4- or 5-star hotels off one's prospective hotel list. There are many kinds of hotels, each one suited for particular tastes and particular budgets-bed & breakfasts, hostels, motels, hotel apartments, and others. There are also hotels that offer special packaged promotions that should give potential guests better value for their hard-earned money. ]]></description>
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<title>Cool Elevator Displays in Orchard Hotel</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:48:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you hate waiting so long inside the elevator before it reaches your floor, this is good news for you. No, this is not an invention that speeds up an elevator's ascent or descent in a building, nor is this a mandate that bans slow elevators in buildings with more than ten floors. This is a new innovation in the multimedia industry that adds very interesting twist to riding elevators!]]></description>
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<title>Fairmont Singapore Hotel Hosts 2010 Youth Olympic Games</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:38:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[London is now busy preparing for the 2012 Olympic Games, but Singapore is even busier with only about a year of preparation for the Youth Olympic Games on August 14 to 26, 2010. This sports event aims to encourage young athletes from around the world to exemplify and embody the values of the Olympics such as excellence, friendship and respect. This event seeks to instill true sportsmanship in these young athletes, aged between 14 and 18 years old, and will be competing in 26 sports. ]]></description>
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<title>F1 Race Boosts Singapore's Hotel Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:06:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Singapore Grand Prix was only resurrected in 2008 after almost 30 years of being at rest. It was formerly referred to as the Formula Libre event during the 1960s. But upon Singapore's independence in 1965, this race held at the Thomson Road circuit was renamed as the Singapore Grand Prix. This phenomenon thrived for many years, attracting thousands of fans from different parts of the globe. ]]></description>
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<title>F1 Grand Prix Tax on Singapore Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:30:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The comeback of Singapore's Grand Prix last 2008, after almost 30 years of inactivity, boosted the tourism and economy of the city-state. After being stopped in 1974 because of people's complaints and concerns regarding traffic jams, community noise and subsequent accidents in the races of 1972 and 1973, the Government of Singapore decided to co-fund the Race's return with Singapore GP Pte Ltd, the Singapore Tourism Board and Bernie Ecclestone. ]]></description>
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<title>The Hotel Business Plan - Market Analysis 101</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:03:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Suppose you have got a brilliant new concept for a hotel or similar hospitality industry establishment. It is not enough to just run away with that idea and head on to the drawing board. There is another important thing to do before planning how many suites the hotel has or how large the restaurant will be. That thing is something called market analysis. Market analysis is, plainly and simply put, an examination of the different factors involved in your particular business. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotels and the Importance of Demand Segmentation</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:55:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most important concepts when it comes to managing and marketing hotels is demand segmentation. Among other things, segmenting the market helps an establishment identify key areas to focus on, as well as the primary target demographic that the business will cater to. ]]></description>
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<title>The Year That Was - Hotel and Travel Industry in 2009</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:54:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The year 2009 was a year of ups and downs for hotels in particular and the global travel industry in general. There were many events and developments that helped shape the outlook of the hotel industry over the past 12 months.]]></description>
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<title>How the Internet Helps the Hotel Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:47:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The rapid advancement of technology affects practically every industry, and the hotel and service industry is not exempt from this. With global and local hotel brands turning to the World Wide Web in order to boost sales and facilitate customer relations, it is easy to see how the industry is evolving along with the Internet. ]]></description>
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<title>Fullerton Hotel Goes More Techie</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:01:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Fullerton Hotel Singapore is a popular accommodation choice of many tourists. Being situated in the Central Business District, it is very accessible to other establishments like malls, theaters, museums, cultural sites, landmarks, parks, bars, discos, restaurants and spas. Fullerton Hotel Singapore, a six-star luxury hotel, was remodeled from a 1928 Palladian-style building.]]></description>
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<title>The Stories of Manila Hotel</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:00:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If Raffles Hotel is said to be the embodiment of Singapore's rich culture, the Manila Hotel serves as the favorite muse of all hotels in the Philippines. It is described as a "living testimonial of Philippine heritage." Built by the Americans near the turn of the 20th century, the Manila Hotel has stood witness to important events in Philippine history including the Philippine Commonwealth, the Second World War, the Restoration of the Philippine Republic, Martial Law, People Power, Restoration of Democracy, attempts of Coup d' etat, Impeachment of an incumbent president and so much more.]]></description>
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<title>Technology Driving the Hotel Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:59:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Technology has been at the forefront of practically every industry, helping improve businesses and making processes more efficient. The hotel industry is no exception to this, as it has been quite adaptive of new technology in order to bring the business to greater heights. One of the biggest factors that have to do with the technological evolution of hotel services is, without a doubt, the Internet.]]></description>
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<title>Styles of Hotels in London</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:48:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Greater London area has over 100,000 hotel rooms, and the city states that there are over 70,000 hotels ranging from 3 to 5 stars within 10 kilometers of Central London. We don't need to be rocket scientists to see that that's a whopping lot of hotels. With that many establishments spanning a history that goes way back, it is interesting to note that these hotels have different styles that reflect their times. Some reports indicate that, since the mid-1990s, there has been rapid hotel expansion in the city. In recent years alone, there have been over 1000 hotel rooms that opened in London.]]></description>
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<title>Holiday Inn Hotel Hosts 2012 Summer Olympic Games</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:41:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The 2012 Summer Olympic Games are officially set to take place in London, United Kingdom. It is scheduled to happen from July 27 to August 12, 2012. London will become the first city to officially host the modern Olympic Games three times having previously done so in 1908 and in 1948. Initially, there were nine cities being considered to host the 2012 Olympic Games. These cities were Havana, Istanbul, Leipzig, London, Madrid, Moscow, New York, Paris and Rio de Janeiro. ]]></description>
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<title>Hoteliers - Point People of the Hotel Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:35:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses need determined head honchos to drive the business forward, taking the reins of the company and doing all things necessary to keep its reputation, services, and-not least of all-it is profits up. Hotels, being businesses themselves, are much the same way. Behind each hotel is a hotelier or a group of hoteliers that labors to make his or her property among the best in the business. Hoteliers handle both the day-to-day management tasks and long-term business plans of every hotel. ]]></description>
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<title>Recession Brings Hotel Surprises</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:24:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The global economic recession has no doubt made an indelible mark on many aspects of life as well as on many sectors. This is particularly true for the hotel industry, as seen in declining profits and demand owing to severe cost-cutting from businesses and individuals alike. Perhaps the most glaring evidence of the recession is how room rates for hotels across the entire world are at the lowest figure in 5 years. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotels During the Holiday Rush</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:16:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The holiday season is always a crazy time for hotels and other establishments in the hospitality industry. There are too many people visiting other countries or heading back home, and these people need places to stay. That's why it's important to always be prepared at the onset of the Christmas rush. During the holiday season, hotels tend to be fully booked with the sheer number of guests leaving for their respective vacations. One way to avoid being left without a room is to book early-weeks early.]]></description>
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<title>Hotel Heuristics - Factors Affecting Booking Choices</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:16:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When people start choosing between hotels to decide where they will stay for the night, they don't just think about a single factor. There are many factors that go into deciding on a hotel to book in. In the next several paragraphs, we will explore the numerous facets of a hotel and the importance they have for people who are weighing their options. With the hubbub of post-recession economics, one main factor that stands out is price. ]]></description>
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<title>Eco Hotels - Sustainable Living For the Tourism Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:10:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sustainable living is an essential part of the modern world, as society and the various industries strive to reduce the overall carbon footprint by conservation of energy and natural resources. As such, even hotels nowadays are gearing up to help save the earth's environment. These eco hotels and green lodges are vital for the preservation of our planet.]]></description>
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<title>Green Hotels - Helping the Environment, One Hotel at a Time</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:07:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It isn't just factories that contribute to the environment's condition. Most other establishments leave footprints on the environment, and hotels aren't exempt from this fact. The various operational processes that occur within a hotel's walls-such as cooking, the constant use of electricity, and others-also have an effect on the environment on a daily basis. With the current condition of the environment, there are now hotels that make it a point to "go green."]]></description>
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<title>Hotel Gimmicks and Marketing</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:51:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's no secret that hotels need promotions and marketing in order to get their brand out to the market and gain new clientele. Still, there are some hotels who go beyond the regular kind of advertisement most people would come to expect. That said, let's take a look at some examples of hotels who have made various efforts to stand out from the crowd, all in the name of good old marketing to draw people in. When it comes to gimmicks, there's always one city that comes straight to mind. ]]></description>
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<title>Name Your Price in Ibis Hotel, Singapore</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:45:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The sudden crunch in the global economy has not only affected Europe and the US. It has definitely hit countries in Asia like Japan, Taiwan, Philippines and even the small city-state of Singapore.]]></description>
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<title>The World's Most Renowned Hoteliers in the Hotel Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:43:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most travelers who have stayed at hotels probably didn't even give the hotel owners much thought, much less knew who they were. That's just the way things are; most hotel owners are quite unknown. Still, there are quite a few hoteliers that have managed to be in the spotlight, whether it be willingly or reluctantly. Let's run through some of them.]]></description>
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<title>Historic Hotels of the World</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:42:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are hotels known for their luxurious facilities. There are those known for their distinctive architecture. There are those known for having notable restaurants. And then there are those known for their historical significance. Historical significance can mean many things for a hotel. For one, tradition may run deep through a particular establishment's history. Another meaning may be a role the hotel has played in a historical event or occurrence, or how it is associated with a particular historical figure. ]]></description>
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<title>The Key to Making London Hotels Fit For 2012 Summer Olympic Games</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:39:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With just three years left before the much awaited 2012 Summer Olympic Games, many are claiming that the London Hotels are not fit to host the tourists that are projected to arrive by 2012. London will become the first city to officially host the modern Olympic Games three times having previously done so in 1908 and in 1948.]]></description>
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<title>Know Your Boutique Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:38:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While the towering 5-star hotel properties are still very much in style, other types of hotels have recently gained popularity. This is because they offer unique experiences along with a relatively cheap price tag. Among these types of hotels are boutique hotels-smaller, quirkier establishments that provide the same functions, but with a wider range of personality and a healthy reputation when it comes to personalized service. One might say that boutique hotels are merely smaller hotels going for different personalities. ]]></description>
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<title>Sentosa Spotlight on Singapore Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:38:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Off to Singapore's Southern shore lies the wonderful island resort of Sentosa, one of the main tourist attractions in the city-state of Singapore. With over 5 million visitors every year, it's only natural that Sentosa has several hotels to provide lodging for so many tourists and travelers. With a stretch of sheltered beach going for 2 whole kilometers and many other tourist attractions such as museums, golf courses, oceanariums, and entertainment venues, Sentosa is one of Singapore's hottest properties. It can act like a stand-alone destination because of its many attractions. ]]></description>
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<title>Small Isn't Terrible at All For Paris Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:36:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When we think about hotels, we practically conjure images of grand structures and wide-open spaces. When it comes to hotels, though, bigger doesn't always mean better. There are some travelers who seek the appeal afforded only by the smaller hotels, with their quiet atmospheres or the particular moods and themes they evoke.]]></description>
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<title>London and Its Hotels During the Christmas Holiday Season</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:33:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Christmas and New Year are right around the corner. That means all the different industries and establishments are in the midst of preparing their holiday season offerings. The hotel industry is no exception, and people are already seeing decorations and banners and greetings that commemorate the season. Let's see what London hotels have to offer. Bright lights get brighter as London hotels redecorate for the coming Christmas. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Choose the Right Hotel For Your Travels</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:58:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Nowadays, choosing the right hotel to stay in is quite a challenge.  With the multitude of promotions, deals and programs that can be found in the Internet as well as in hotel brochures, one can find it too overwhelming.  Sometimes, the way it was presented on the website was too good to be true. So you ask yourself," How will I know if the hotel I have chosen is indeed "The One?" We all know that every traveler has different needs when searching for a hotel. Some of these needs are the hotel's proximity to commercial establishments; the price is within the planned budget, a swimming pool for the kids to enjoy or a spa for an ultimate relaxation. According to the combined wisdom of several online websites dedicated to travellers, the following are the common determining factors in choosing a hotel.]]></description>
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<title>How to Have and Enjoy a Clean Hotel Room</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 21:29:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Traveling to different places may be exciting and interesting. After a tiring trip, there's no better way than relax and have a good night sleep in your hotel room.  Indeed, your hotel room is your home away from home.  Except that it's the place where hundreds of strangers from different parts of the world have already spent countless nights sleeping on the same hotel room.  ]]></description>
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<title>Why Independent Hotels Are Gaining Popularity</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:15:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some recent studies have shown that independently-owned hotels are starting to attract more interest from travelers. While the bigger chain hotels that have recognized affiliates, brands and names are still dominating the preferences of travelers, independent hotels are undeniably more attractive prospects for today's potential guests.  The 2009 Ypartnership National Travel Monitor showed that independent establishments are the preferred choice of 20 percent of the respondents.]]></description>
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<title>The Top Five Indispensable Facilities in Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:15:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Since staying in hotels can prove to be quite expensive, travelers expect only the best when it comes to the convenience of the services offered by these establishments. Top quality and wide variety are both necessary to ensure that guests will be able to enjoy their stay without having to worry about getting bored or missing out on the opportunity to do some things that need doing.  So, without further ado, here are some of the things that guests most likely cannot do without.]]></description>
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<title>Knowing All About Hotels and Hotel Types</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:14:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone is familiar with the kind of hotel that is located smack in the middle of a lively metropolis, surrounded or looming over buildings that stretch high into the cityscape. Lavish interiors, spacious rooms, and sweeping furnishings are all there for the traveler to behold once he or she steps inside the hotel's confines. These are truly worthy temporary abodes for discerning travelers.  However, that's not the only kind of hotel in existence. As with any other industry, the hotel industry is keen on identifying the demands of the market as well as any alternative in order to carve an important niche. ]]></description>
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<title>Four Reasons to Spend Time in Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:33:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hotels are structures that symbolize comfort and luxury, towers full of bright lights, lavish furnishings, and grandiose tapestries. But beyond the room and board, room service, and minibars, hotels can actually provide people with a ton of different things. Here are some of them: (a) Convenience, (b) Breaking the Routine, (c) The Food and (d) The Facilities.]]></description>
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<title>Booking Hotels For the Singapore Grand Prix</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:31:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Each year, millions upon millions flock to the island city-state that is Singapore. That's why tourism is one of the major industries in the country. Consequently, the hotel industry also thrives in Singapore-thanks to a healthy mix of opportunities for business and pleasure that abound in the country. One particular weekend that heats up the Singapore hotel scene is the weekend when the world's premier motor sport event, Formula One, comes to town for the Singapore Grand Prix. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotels in Makati City in Manila the Philippines</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:30:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Makati City, the Philippines' premiere business and leisure place. The city is surrounded with high rise buildings of companies both international and local. It has several shopping malls connected by walkways so anyone can enjoy maximum shopping pleasures come rain or shine. And of course, who can ignore the hotels in the city, which offer superb room accommodations and impeccable customer service. ]]></description>
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<title>Recession-Proof Hotels Tips For the Budget-Conscious Traveler</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:52:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Staying in a hotel can prove to be an effective diet for one's wallet. Especially given the current economic landscape, pinching pennies becomes a top priority for leisure travelers and on-the-go businessmen alike.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding More About Budget Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:30:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Travel isn't exactly the cheapest thing on the planet. Travelers need to spend for so many things--these include clothes, baggage, food, airline tickets, and hotel accommodation. It's a good thing there are high-quality budget hotels in Manila at one's beck and call, should they decide to embark on an unforgettable trip to the Philippines and do not want to spend too much hard-earned cash.]]></description>
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<title>The Different Accommodation Alternatives You Can Consider on Your Travels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:47:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[London is without a doubt one of the top travel destinations in the world. Tourism is one of the city's major industries, with an estimated yearly tourist expenditure of about 15 billion (around $25 billion). Around 27 million people choose to make at least an overnight stay in London, a figure that trails only Paris. That's why there are over 1,400 hotels in England's capital, all covering the entire range of hotels. ]]></description>
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<title>The True Identity of Motels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:15:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The term "motel" has come to mean something we generally associate to places where illicit affairs happen or where people generally stop for an hour or two to get shady deals done. But where did the term really come from?]]></description>
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<title>Your Trip is Covered With Cheap Travel Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 22:28:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many believe that the hospitality industry is the biggest and fastest-growing industry at the moment. It caters to a whole gamut of people, professions, and lifestyles, which is why it should come as no surprise that there are also cheap hotels that are perfect for people who want to travel but have limited budgets. When traveling to Manila, whether its for business or pleasure, always consider staying at Cheap Manila Hotels, in order to experience the city and the country to the fullest without straining one's wallet.]]></description>
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<title>The Perfect Business Hotel at the Pan Pacific Manila</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:37:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Blending work and pleasure in a luxurious environment, the Pan Pacific Hotel Manila, located at the heart of the bustling Manila entertainment district attracts urban tourists and the most demanding of business travelers. With 236 thoughtfully-appointed guestrooms and suites, the Pan Pacific Hotel Manila is the place where relaxation and doing business is synonymous.]]></description>
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<title>Experience the Perfect Luxury Hotel at Pan Pacific Manila</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:33:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Searching for the perfect luxury hotel? Look no further, the Pan Pacific Hotel Manila is as perfect as perfect can be. Being the first luxury hotel in the country, it boasts premier services and world class accommodations which are perfect for local and foreign tourists and business executives alike.]]></description>
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<title>More About Discounted Hotel Accommodations in Manila</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:40:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Excellent amenities, full-featured accommodations, and quality service on top of all-important competitive rates-all of these can be found in Discount Manila Hotels. With a global economic crisis that has affected practically everyone in every sector, saving some money off those hotel rates is a prime opportunity to get back on track financially. ]]></description>
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<title>Compelling Discounts at Discount Hotels in Manila</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:31:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Discounts always get people buying - there's just something so compelling about price cuts. This is because people get more value for less money. ]]></description>
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<title>London's Unique Hotels - Dare to Be Different</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:09:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most people have a fixed picture of what a hotel suite looks like-plush beds with satin sheets and fluffy pillows, gleaming chandeliers of iridescent light, ornate crafts displayed on the walls, and intricate tapestries that feed the eyes and boggle the mind, or something along those lines. With over a thousand hotels in London, however, it is of utmost importance to be able to have a different trait or element that will attract travelers. Here are some of the unique hotels in England's proud capital.  ]]></description>
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<title>The Sky's the Limit For Budget Hotels in Manila</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:09:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Traveling to exotic lands such as the Philippines offers a myriad of possibilities: take in the sights, bask in the sounds, live the life in the place that you're going to. Doing so, however, could put a big dent on your finances. ]]></description>
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<title>Hotel Ambiance - What is Essential is Invisible to the Eye</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:13:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We define ambiance as the mood or the atmosphere that we encounter in a particular place at a particular instance of time. Ambiance, in this context, is a very important aspect of the hotel experience. It's not really something guests see, but rather something that is felt, something that is experienced. ]]></description>
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<title>The Hotel Staff - The Backbone of Operations</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:36:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The hospitality industry is without question one of the biggest industries worldwide. There are always leisure travelers and businessmen checking in and out of hotels everywhere, every day. But what actually drives the hotel business? It is made up of so many different professions, but it all boils down to one thing: service. That's why each and every member of the hotel staff is a valuable asset.]]></description>
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<title>Recommended Sightseeing Destinations Accessible From Manila</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2710368</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:03:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You know what they say: Sometimes, it's not about the destination... it's about the journey. So, if for example one finds himself or herself short on cash in Manila and forced to stay at a Cheap Manila Hotel, then that shouldn't let one down. After all, if one manages to snag cheap accommodations, then there's more money to be spent elsewhere! ]]></description>
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<title>The Tallest Hotels in the World</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:38:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Dubai has become a hotbed for the tourism industry, and some of the grandest and most luxurious hotels have been erected in the country to cater to the influx of the all the world's vacationers who have the cash to spare. Among these hotels are the Burj Al Arab and the Rose Tower, the two tallest hotels in the world. ]]></description>
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<title>The World's Atypical Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:37:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[People are quite used to see hotels, towering skyscrapers that loom over the city's skyline with doors ajar for guests who would stay the night within one of their heavily-adorned rooms. However, there are other kinds of hotels all over the world, each possessing something that will surely pique the imagination of anyone who wants to travel and experience different things.]]></description>
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<title>Choosing Hotels - The Factors Considered by Leisure Travelers Today</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:36:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We've all heard about how the global economic crisis has affected businesses all over the world, and of course the hospitality industry has also been affected. While the changes may not exactly be of the kind that reshapes continents and causes epic upheavals, they do indicate important trends that could very well continue so long as the world is still reeling from the backlash of the recession.]]></description>
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<title>3 Reasons to Book Hotel Reservations Online</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:58:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Internet is a massive platform full of useful tools for millions of people. With the boom of the World Wide Web and the explosion of web-based services catering to various consumer needs, it comes as no surprise that even booking hotels is something you can do online.]]></description>
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<title>What to Expect For Your Accommodation and Transport When You Travel</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:29:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the major industries and sources of revenue in the Republic of Singapore is tourism. With millions of people flocking to the island city-state year by year, it is also important to have a strong hospitality industry to support the tourists, with a variety of Singapore hotels where people can stay to rest and relax after making their rounds around the parks and shopping centers.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels and Online Marketing</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:43:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Without a sliver of a doubt, online marketing has spawned its own set of rules and principles. The dynamic online audience has become essential for marketing because of the sheer number of people who spends hours upon hours in front of their computers browsing away at their favorite sites. Perhaps that's a big reason why even hotels are turning to the World Wide Web to sell their stuff and build relationships with clients.]]></description>
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<title>Hotels in Singapore's Orchard Road</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Orchard Road is Singapore's hotbed when it comes to shopping and entertainment. That's why locals and tourists keep flocking to Orchard and its surrounding areas. That is also why there are a lot of hotels located within the vicinity of this major attraction.
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<title>Hotel Preferences in Recent Leisure Travel Trends</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:26:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Leisure travelers and vacationers mostly try to minimize the cost of lodging, which is quite understandable especially during a time of economic decline such as we have now. Most people are focused on the sights and the itinerary, rather than the hotels and other types of accommodation where they will rest up for the night in. ]]></description>
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<title>Marketing Hotels Through Social Media</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:06:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As the number of people who log on to the internet continues to grow, the World Wide Web has become a significant tool for marketing businesses, especially in the hospitality industry. Marketing hotels online allows the establishments to create a presence and give their clients-new and returning-the kind of convenience only the Internet can provide.]]></description>
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<title>London Hotels Amidst the Financial Crunch</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 21:35:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Without a doubt, the global financial crunch has affected practically every industry. We've seen the devastation of the automotive industry, the backlash to the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry, and there have even been ripples in the tech industry. The hospitality industry isn't exempt from the effects of the economic crisis, as can be evidenced by what happened to some London hotels recently.]]></description>
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<title>Outspend Your Budget With Budget Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:20:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As somebody once said, "there is no income you cannot outspend." Some may think the idea absurd, but it's true-and the key lies in proper budgeting of funds. The same holds true for traveling; travelers have got to want to put every expense in its proper place and range.]]></description>
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<title>Discount Hotels - Get More, For Less!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:16:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Going to the Philippines? Want to stay at a posh hotel, but you're short on cash? Never fear - there is a way to get premium high-quality accommodations for less.]]></description>
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<title>Control Your Spending With Budget Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:12:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Spending is inevitable - when we're not earning money, we're spending it. That's why we need to control our spending by using budgets. The same goes for travel; people almost always have a rough estimate of how much they are going to allot for fares, for accommodations, and even for souvenirs.]]></description>
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<title>The Best of Both Worlds - Quality and Affordability at Cheap Hotels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:09:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Not everyone can afford to splurge on luxurious hotel accommodations; heck, some can barely afford an item on 5-star hotel mini bars. There are travelers who prefer to funnel their hard-earned money for other purposes such as souvenirs, food trips, tour fees, or other stuff. This is why it is necessary to find a way to find cheaper hotel rooms.]]></description>
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<title>Last-Minute Hotel Deals For Your Overseas Travels</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:02:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Deciding to go on a vacation in the Philippines at the last minute need not be all hassle and stress. Last-minute travel is also a prime opportunity to get some astounding savings.]]></description>
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