InterContinental Hotels and IBM Boost Guest Experience

  June 5, 2009

‘Hotel-in-a-Box’ Technology Speeds Implementation of Guest Services ARMONK, NY and ATLANTA, GA – June 5, 2009 – IBM (NYSE:IBM) and InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announced the first deployment of its…

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South Carolina Issues Golden Tee Lottery Ticket

  April 17, 2009

ARLINGTON HTS., Ill – April 16, 2009 –  Scratch Golfers Can Win Big While Helping South Carolina Schools. South Carolina is a golfing mecca with nearly 400 courses statewide. Myrtle…

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The Homewood Suites by Hilton Wins Major Awards

  March 27, 2009

Brand’s Annual Conference Pays Tribute to Exceptional Service COLUMBIA, SC – March 27, 2009 – Homewood Suites by Hilton, the international brand of all-suite, residential-style hotels, announced the list of…

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Homewood Suites Columbia Receives Honors

  March 25, 2009

COLUMBIA, SC  – March 25, 2009 – The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism congratulates Homewood Suites Columbia on its recent award.  Homewood Suites by Hilton of Columbia was awarded Complimentary…

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Tennis Growth Skyrockets 43 Percent!

  March 23, 2009

According to Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA) 2009 Sports and Fitness Participation Report HILTON HEAD,SC – March 23, 2009 – According to data just released by the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association…

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Vista Guild’s Recycling Initiative in Full Swing

  March 17, 2009

COLUMBIA, SC – March 17, 2009 – The Congaree Vista Guild has spearheaded the development of a new “Smart Businesses Recycle” program. “Smart Businesses Recycle” arose in response to staggering…

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Ned Jarrett joins Moore and Willingham at Speedway

  March 13, 2009

CAYCE, SC – March 13, 2009 – When the First Annual Love Chevrolet Columbia Speedway Spring Festival enlivens the historic half-mile trace track again on Saturday, April 25, a number of…

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Midlands Authority Recognizes Hot Employee of the Year

  February 23, 2009

COLUMBIA, SC – February 23, 2009 – The Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports & Tourism (MACST) is pleased to announce Kelly Barbrey as the Employee of the Year Award recipient…

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Columbia Regional Sports Council Announces New Hire

  February 3, 2009

COLUMBIA, SC – February 2, 2009 – the Columbia Regional Sports Council (CRSC) welcomes Katie Wilmesherr as new Sales Manager.  Wilmesherr’s major responsibility will include marketing to the archery, billiards, boxing,…

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Three Phases Dinners Debut at Four Moons

  January 29, 2009

Prix Fixe menu with three courses make dinner for two a strong value Orangeburg, SC – January 28, 2009— Food-lovers in the Midlands of South Carolina have something to celebrate;…

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A Southern Tradition Grows

  January 26, 2009

Columbia CVB Youtube “How to tie a bow tie” video reaches 300,000 views  COLUMBIA, SC – January 26, 2009 – Wearing bow ties are more than customary among gentlemen in Famously Hot…

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Myrtle Beach Resort Offers '2 for 1' Vacation Deal

  January 7, 2009

MYRTLE BEACH, SC – January 7, 2009 – Sands Resorts of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced a unique Two-for-One vacation package they are offering to Spring and Summer guests of…

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Columbia Hotels Faring Well Despite Poor Economy

  December 2, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – December 1, 2008 – The Famously Hot city of Columbia, South Carolina is doing well in the convention and tourism industry despite the economic downturn the U.S. is having. …

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SCPRT Launches Tourism Web Sites for Mobile Devices

  August 13, 2008

COLUMBIA, August 12, 2008 – The S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism has launched new Web sites designed specifically for smart phones and other hand-held devices. The sites are www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.mobi<http://www.discoversouthcarolina.mobi/>…

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Charleston, SC Wingate by Wyndham Hotel Open for Business

  August 1, 2008

CHARLESTON, SC – June 1, 2008 – Charleston Lodging Company, LLC and IMIC Hotels today announced the opening of a 97-room, newly constructed Wingate by Wyndham hotel at the intersection of I-26…

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New Interactive Map is Great for Tourism & Locals

  June 14, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – June 12, 2008 – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board unveiled its new interactive mapping system on June 9th.  Various attractions, regional tourism partners, businesses,…

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