Air Purifier is designed for use in hotels and spas.
Functionally and aesthetically oriented for use in hotels and spas, LightAir silently removes practically all airborne impurities - viruses, bacteria, dust, allergens, pet dander, pollen, and mold - from air. It has no filters to clean or replace and only requires that its metal collection cylinder be cleaned once every 2 or 3 weeks. Specific areas of use for stand-alone or ceiling-mounted ...

Spas retain appeal
Just a few years ago, about the only luxury spa in Brevard County was La Bella Spa on North Courtenay Parkway on Merritt Island. How things have changed.

Questions to Ask for Safe and Successful Cosmetic Surgery
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. -- The number of cosmetic procedures performed in shopping malls, spas and walk-in clinics has risen dramatically in the past several years.

Lucite Launches Green Product for Spas
Memphis-based Lucite International has unveiled a new system for spa reinforcements that will reduce manufacturers? air emissions by up to 99.9 percen....

Is the Economy Stressing You Out?
Business owners and employees alike are feeling anxious and losing sleep -- and all that concern about layoffs, rising costs, and a tumbling stock market is taking a toll. A look at how you can cope.

Canyon Ranch opens spa in Miami Beach
MIAMI - One of the country's best-known luxury spas, Canyon Ranch, has opened a new resort in Miami Beach.

Stores invest in dressing up for short holiday season
Facing a shorter shopping season and the most reluctant consumers in decades, retailers are spending more money this year on holiday glitter. They are also bringing out the bling earlier than ever.

Returning soldiers fine fame on the gridiron
It?s hard to say when it began, but let?s say it began with Johnny Green.

North County FYI
A Thanksgiving meal will be served from 11:15 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. Reservations are required. Suggested donation is $2.75. (760) 435-5285.

Travel Briefs
Pet cemetery rates among best A travel guide's list of the best places to be entombed includes a New York suburban cemetery -- for animals.

Strategies to book hotels on a budget
NEW YORK -- When the economy was booming, many hotel companies began building new properties. Some of those are opening now, resulting in a 2.5 percent increase in hotel room supply this year, just as demand is dropping by around 1 percent or more, according to Jan Freitag of Smith Travel Research.

Best bargains on the Riviera Maya
Twenty minutes south of Cancún, where the Caribbean coast of Mexico meets the jungles of the Yucatan, the Riviera Maya has become the hot new destination south of the border and a welcome relief for vacationers weary of the all-you-can-drink atmosphere of Mexico's top tourist destination.n Azul Sensatori offers 10% off to guests booking by Dec. 31 for stays through 2009. Upgrade a Gourmet ...

Prominent speakers confirmed for 'Growth of Green Hotels' conference in Abu Dhabi
Expert speakers from around the world including Hospitality and Green Building pioneers, top consultants and senior managers from the IT and Building sector are among the confirmed speakers at 'The Growth of Green Hotels Conference' which will take place on the 14th of December, 2008 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.

Nearby Escapes Won't Break Travel Budgets
(ARA) - In the wake of airfare increases and rising gas prices, many Americans are seeking creative ways to fulfill their urge to travel. By choosing destinations that are close to home and accessible on one tank of gas, travelers can easily track their expenses while enjoying the travel experience.

Holiday decor is up
ASHEVILLE, N.C. ? The first Christmas celebration at Biltmore took place in 1895 when George W. Vanderbilt welcomed some 40 guests to his estate in Asheville, N.C.

'Outrageous' Outdoor Spaces Start with Ceramic Tile
(ARA) - The latest rage in home improvement is an "outrage" - the new a.k.a. for the still-booming trend of expanding outdoor living spaces. Long gone are the days when homeowners were satisfied with a simple deck, a beat-up grill and some basic patio furniture.

Binh Duong to test TOT at BTV Cup
HA NOI ? Becamex Binh Duong will meet the Telephone Organisation of Thailand (TOT) team at the International Binh Duong Television (BTV) Cup next Friday.

Briefs: Biltmore welcomes 250,000 to holiday displays
The first Christmas celebration at Biltmore took place in 1895 when George W. Vanderbilt welcomed about 40 guests to his estate in Asheville, N.C. Today, Biltmore welcomes 250,000 visitors to its holiday displays, which can be seen through Jan. 4

As demand drops, so do hotel prices
NEW YORK ? When the economy was booming, many hotel companies began building new properties.

Community news briefs for Sunday, Nov. 23
O'side Turkey Trot needs volunteers OCEANSIDE ---- Volunteers are needed to help with the third annual O'side Turkey Trot on Nov. 26 and 27 to help with participant registration, refreshments, timing at the finish line, set-up and clean-up. All volunteers will receive community service hours, food from sponsors and an O'side Turkey Trot volunteer T-shirt.