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Cruise Specialists Picks Top Five Most Captivating Overland Shore Excursions for 2009
The award winning luxury cruise agency selects favorites around the world. - January 30, 2009 - Cruise Specialists
Start-Up Media Company Itechpoint, Inc. Launched AmericanPortal.com
After significant success with GetBestCoupons.com, start-up media company Itechpoint, Inc. has launched AmericanPortal.com. - January 29, 2009 - Americanportal.com
Sevierville's Sleep Inn Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Sleep Inn in Sevierville has been awarded the Green Eco-Leaf Rating this week by completing a 70 point comprehensive eco-audit survey administered by iStayGreen.org - the online social network of environmentally friendly travel. - January 29, 2009 - Sleep Inn
The Theme Park Guy Launches His New Website
The Theme Park Guy has a global mission: to visit every theme park on the planet. On his new website www.thethemeparkguy.com fans of roller coasters and jaw-dropping rides will find in-depth reviews, photos and video reports of the world's amusement parks, all personally visited by The Theme Park... - January 28, 2009 - The Theme Park Guy
Porta-Putter Cuts Your Putter in Half, But for a Good Cause
New Southern California golf company presents an innovative way to travel with your favorite putter. - January 28, 2009 - Porta-Putter
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) Expands EMEA Quality Assurance Program
IHG has partnered with LRA Worldwide on a comprehensive quality assurance evaluation program for all of its properties and brands in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. LRA consultants will visit upwards of 650 properties either one or two times annually in order to help IHG deliver the desired guest experience. - January 28, 2009 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Championing Switzerland: Partnership Between Hublot and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts’ latest collaboration has the concept of Swissness at its very heart. Just in time for the watch trade show in Geneva, the international hotel chain signed a partnership agreement with the Swiss watchmaker Hublot at an elegant dinner at the Swissôtel Métropole in Geneva. - January 28, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Happy Hour is Back at Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Arnie’s Pub, and it is once again serving up variety of drink specials including cocktails, beer and wine, as well as offering a 20% off the entire bar menu seven days a week. - January 26, 2009 - Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Devane's Old Town Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening
Located in the heart of La Quinta, Devane's Old Town Restaurant hosted its official grand opening to a packed house of local leaders and invited guests. - January 26, 2009 - Devane’s
Happi House Restaurants Fight Tough Economy with Introduction of New Snack Meals
Bay Area Asian fast casual chain enjoys sales growth in a bad economy; credited to the introduction of new lower-priced snack foods. - January 26, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Red Bluff's Lamplighter Lodge Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Lamplighter Lodge has earned a 3 Green Eco-Leaf Rating this week by completing a 70 point comprehensive eco-audit survey administered by iStayGreen.org - the online social network of environmentally friendly travel. Lamplighter Lodge becomes one of 1st lodging properties in Red Bluff, CA to... - January 26, 2009 - Lamplighter Lodge
The Independence Visitor Center Announces William Moore, President and CEO, Will Step Down
After serving as the President and CEO of the Independence Visitor Center for 10 years, Bill Moore announces his departure for a new opportunity. - January 26, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Aloe-Spa Salute Per Aloe TM Launched Its Mobile Spa Services Into Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area
Aloe-Spa Salute Per Aloe TM, a franchise of signature aloe spa treatments owned by Aloetrade America LLC, launched its Mobile Spa Services into the Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area. All spa treatments are performed with pure aloe vera products. Main to be offered at South Florida include aloe massages, aloe facials, aloe wraps, aloe after sun treatments, aloe masks, and aloe body treatments among others. - January 26, 2009 - Aloetrade America LLC
‘Book First Pay Later’ – PlentyRooms.com Introduces Path Breaking Approach to Online Hotel Bookings
New discount hotel booking site offers travelers one of the widest range of hotel options in all the major travel destinations worldwide along with two payment modes for online bookings, including the novel “book now, pay later” option. With option to book air tickets and car rentals as well as buy travel insurance online, the site will be a one-stop shop for online travel booking. - January 26, 2009 - plentyRooms.com Pte Ltd
Pittsburgh's Rivers Casino Selects Advertising Agency of Record
The Geary Company, an independent Las Vegas advertising agency, has been selected as Agency of Record for Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. The casino, located on Pittsburgh's scenic North Shore, is scheduled to open in August. - January 25, 2009 - The Geary Company
CheapOair’s January $500 Travel Giveaway Contest
The CheapOair January $500 Travel Giveaway Contest is an ongoing monthly contest for our customers, which began in December 08'. To enter the contest, entrants are required to answer the challenge, “Why I deserve to win $500 in free travel from CheapOair.com,” in 200 words or less. - January 25, 2009 - CheapOair
Apex Professionals Releases Comments on ABC News' Coverage of Timeshare Scams
After years of complaints against the news and media for not running more stories about the "deep dark secrets" of the timeshare industry, Apex Professionals recognizes ABC News recent story as a step in the right direction. - January 24, 2009 - Apex Professionals
Luxury Travel Offers Deluxe Tour Package to Sapa and Bac Ha Sunday Market
Sapa and Bac Ha offer some of Vietnam's most colourful experiences. Luxury Travel offers deluxe tour package. - January 24, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
44th Presidential Inaugural Festivity Organizations Employed Avocado Security’s Pioneering Video Surveillance + Business Intelligence Software
Avocado Security’s Video Surveillance Monitoring Technology Rallies Into History with Continuity of Operation for Inauguration 2009 Festivity Organizations. - January 24, 2009 - Avocado Security
Work Forges Ahead at Dare Valley Country Park - Aberdare
Work is forging ahead on the £1million improvement programme at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare which has been funded by the Welsh Assembly Government Heads of the Valleys Initiative. - January 24, 2009 - Rhondda Cynon Taf Tourism Unit
"Oh-Barcelona.com" Guarantees Legality of All Its Holiday Apartments in Barcelona
Following further closures of illegal tourist apartments in Barcelona, the 9-year old booking portal “Oh-Barcelona.com” guarantees its customers that all its Barcelona apartments are fully licensed for tourist rentals. - January 23, 2009 - Open House Spain
Tourism Radio Set to Barrack the Otherwise Silent Zululand Bush
Tourism Radio has announced their plans to break their barriers and expand their local service. Beginning in May, the South African branch of the company will be operating in Kwa-Zulu Natal as well as in the Western Cape. Visitors to Kwa-Zulu Natal will then also have access to the local music,... - January 23, 2009 - Tourism Radio
Galavanting Productions Welcomes Marketing Consultant Maren Hogan
Galavanting Productions, LLC, the travel media company behind GoGalavanting.com, Galavanting TV and Travelblogexchange.com recently optioned Maren Hogan, social media and marketing consultant to assist with its overall brand strategy and advertising sales division. Following her arrival,... - January 23, 2009 - Galavanting Productions, LLC
Surrey Marquee Hire Company Launches New Wedding Marquee Package and Bar Hire Facilities to Beat Economic Downturn
Tom Longhurst, MD of Out Is In marquee hire describes the new ‘Chinese Hat’ marquee added to the range and why a new wedding service and contemporary bar facilities will make all the difference in the challenging year ahead. - January 23, 2009 - Out Is In
Walk the Talk with Tourism Radio
Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations in the European Union and Tourism Radio has developed another product to accommodate the scores of tourists to the second largest city in Spain. Visitors can now tour the city with the help of Tourism Radio’s MP3 player. Tourism Radio is the... - January 23, 2009 - Tourism Radio
Get a Refreshing Lift and Earn $1 Per Minute with Aromatherapy Oxygen Stations by o2planet.com
Businesses looking for an additional source of revenues for their spa, hotel, tanning salon, event, or wellness center are adding O2 Planet's Aroma o2 Aromatherapy Oxygen stations. These oxygen stations can be set up anywhere to provide refreshing oxygen with aromatherapy. Charge $1 a minute, They're money making machines. - January 22, 2009 - o2 Planet, LLC
Oxygen Detoxification Station Takes Detox Spas to a Whole New Level
The latest way to fully detoxify the body is now available at www.o2planet.com Toxins in the air, water, and in our food can make the body system sluggish. Excess fat and cellulite can develop as a result of toxins that cannot be released. The Oxygen Detoxification Station produces gentle sweating with infrared and o2/o3 steam to pull the toxins out, leaving skin soft and moisturized. Clients rave about the benefits of this revoltionary spa capsule. - January 22, 2009 - o2 Planet, LLC
World Dryer Corporation Introduces New Cover and Recessing Kit for Popular AirForce Hand Dryer
Leading electric hand dryer manufacturer World Dryer® Corporation has added new options to the popular and revolutionary Airforce™ model hand dryer. These new options offer more choices to customers, enabling installation and use of the Airforce™ in a number of new locations. - January 22, 2009 - World Dryer Corporation
EDA Soon Offers e-DMC: a Free Web-Based DMC Service for Meeting and Event Planners
E-DestinAccess (EDA) provides a solution to the growing economical and technological needs of meeting professionals and suppliers by launching in the first quarter of 2009, e-DMC, a Free Web-based DMC Service for Meeting and Event Planners. E-DMC is a SaaS (Software as a service) that directly... - January 22, 2009 - e-destinACCESS.com
Valentine’s Day Dine Under the Stars at Puccini Restaurant, Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Celebrate this special evening with the one you love at Phuket’s finest Italian restaurant, Puccini. Enjoy an extravagant 5 course set dinner menu in a stunning poolside setting under a canopy of stars. Love at Puccini 14th February 2009 from 6pm Exclusive Valentine’s dinner... - January 22, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Cozumel Government Partners with Elated Worldwide Group in Plans to Develop and Build First Amusement Park in Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel looks to ensure its place in the tourist trade by partnering with Elated Worldwide Group Corporation of San Diego California on this project. “Mayan Adventures,” will be built on 60 acres in one of the top tourist destinations in Mexico. The conceptual master plan is currently being developed in two phases, with the initial ground breaking in spring of 2009. - January 22, 2009 - Elated Worldwide Group Corporation
JourneyKenya.com Today Launched Adventure ‘Un-Cut’ a Compilation of the Most Stunning Photography of Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Kenya
JourneyKenya.com, the first online booking and payment service for luxury hotels and boutiques in Kenya, today launched Adventure ‘Un-Cut’. Featuring captivating photography of iconic properties in Kenya. Music is by Soul Groove Unlimited. - January 22, 2009 - Journey Kenya
World Dryer® Corporation Releases Highly Efficient, Hygienic Automatic Hand Dryer
World Dryer® Corporation introduces the High Speed AirForce at the June Construct 2008 show in Las Vegas, beginning a new era of automatic hand dryers. - January 21, 2009 - World Dryer Corporation
Owners Perspective Magazine Confirms Distribution Deal in Leading Supermarkets
The new consumer magazine for leisure property and travel takes another step into the mainstream public domain with distribution through Tesco and Sainsbury’s stores throughout the UK from March 2009. - January 21, 2009 - Perspective International Ltd
Vatican Tour Guide
Rome-Tour.com would like to announce their (http://www.rome-tour.com) Vatican Tour Guide for all those that would enjoy an extensive and private tour of Vatican City. The Vatican is an official city-state all residing within the city of Rome with a long and rich history as well as being the center... - January 21, 2009 - Rome-Tour.com
3rd Annual Kodiak King Salmon Tournament
The dates are now available for the 2009 Kodiak King Salmon Tournament. May 15 through until July 5 2009. 1st Prize $10,000. - January 21, 2009 - Kodiak King Salmon Tournament
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Will be Present at the Holiday World Show in Dublin
In collaboration with the Hilton Grand Vacation Club the IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts will be presenting their resorts to the Irish market. - January 21, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Vietnam Tourism' Plan to Attract More Foreign Tourists in 2009 by Indochinaguides.com
A nationwide promotion is one of the urgent measures being taken by the tourism sector to stimulate tourism in order to achieve the sector’s target of welcoming 4.5 million of foreign tourists in 2009. - January 21, 2009 - Indochina Guides
Milestone Internet Marketing, Inc. Wins Multiple Adrian Awards for Excellence in Hotel Internet Marketing
Milestone Internet Marketing, Inc., a full-service internet marketing agency for hotels, announced today that it won three awards for Search Marketing Strategy in the “Hotel – Individual Property” category in HSMAI’s recently concluded Adrian Awards Competition. Out of... - January 21, 2009 - Milestone Internet Marketing, Inc.
Owners Perspective Magazine Sees Growing Consumer Interest in Fractional & Leisure Property Products at Holiday & Travel Show
The new consumer magazine for existing owners and prospective buyers / renters of leisure property appeared for the first time in print this month and was well received by visitors to the holiday and travel show confirming the growing interest in fractional property and luxury timeshare vacations. - January 20, 2009 - Perspective International Ltd
New Luxury Vietnam Tours and Prices 2009 by Luxury Travel Company
Luxury Travel Company Launch New Tours and Tarriff 2009 with Price and Quality in Mind in The Global Financial Crisis. - January 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
New Vietnam Luxury Classic Tour by Luxury Travel Vietnam Company
Luxury Travel has just launched “Vietnam Classic Tour 9 days” with one night free of charge at luxury Sofitel Metropole Hanoi. - January 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
New Luxury Vietnam Tours for Luxury Explorers in The Global Financial Crisis
Luxury travel will be one of the sectors to see growth in 2009, bargain hunting and last-minute travel dominate in the global financial crisis. A newly-released report indicates that luxury travel will be one of the sectors to see growth in 2009, according to ITB Berlin, one of the travel... - January 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
TravelBlogExchange.com Offers Travel Bloggers an Online Home
Galavanting Productions, the travel media company behind GoGalavanting.com, announced the creation of an all-encompassing travel network, based on the NING platform, yesterday to a core group of thirty industry bloggers. In less than 24 hours, travel writers, bloggers and photojournalists from all... - January 18, 2009 - Galavanting Productions, LLC
National Geographic Award Winning Company Launches New Whitewater Adventure
In 1979, ROW Adventures started rafting Idaho Rivers with the idea of "providing unique experiences for our guests." Now an award winning company, this same idea has helped them deliver an entirely new adventure -- "The Culinary Whitewater Series." - January 18, 2009 - ROW Adventures
London Luxury Stay and Spa – Limited Time Offer Rates – 5 Star Hotel Deal starting from 140 GBP
January Sales are not limited to High Street anymore. The Landmark London Hotel offers their spacious and elegant guestrooms at a private sale price starting at 140 GBP. The Private Sale Hotel Rate is complemented by Landmark Spa Sale – 20% off all spa treatments. - January 18, 2009 - Landmark London Hotel
TravelStoreMaker.com Enters the African Online Travel Market
The online travel technology provider signed a distribution agreement with Sikhona Travel – one of the leading travel agencies on the African continent. - January 18, 2009 - TravelStoreMaker.com
RateTiger Challenges the Credit Crunch
Channel management specialist calls on hoteliers to stand strong during slow economic conditions. - January 18, 2009 - eRevMax Inc.
Galway Day Tours to Connemara & the Cliffs of Moher
Visit the new website of Fáilte Tours as they launch their new day tours to Connemara & the Cliffs of Moher with the new fleet. - January 18, 2009 - Failte Tours
Amazing Luxury Vietnam Tour by Luxury Travel Vietnam Company
Luxury Travel is experienced in providing special services and unique tourism products to luxury global travelers. Luxury Travel has launched an Amazing Vietnam Tour in 10 days. - January 17, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd