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Record Numbers of Travelers Save Baggage Costs with The UPS Store DC
As the holiday season approaches, record numbers of business travelers and tourists are looking for ways to save on the shocking costs of excess weight luggage when returning home from downtown Washington hotels. The UPS Store DC has a solution. - November 05, 2008 - The UPS Store DC
Roatan Cruise
Roatan.ws "Roatan island photo of the Month" October 2008. A fun group from the Carnival cruise ship enjoy a Roatan snorkeling / sailing tour with Jolly Roger Catamaran Cruises. - November 04, 2008 - Roatan
2nd Annual EasternNational Haunters Convention, April 10-11, 2009
A convention for people that love, work or own haunted houses. 2nd Annual National (formally Eastern) Haunters Convention: Open to the Public. Do you love haunted houses? Do you crave to go behind the scenes? Then, how would you like to be one of the privileged few to go behind the scenes tours... - November 02, 2008 - Bruner Family Productions, Inc.
Zen Getaways Expands, World Wide Vacation Home Rentals
Announcing the launch of a new and innovative way to plan your next vacation. Introducing Zen Vacation Rentals’ expansion to worldwide vacation home rentals. The same reliable, honest, and friendly service that Zen Getaways customers enjoy is now available for your next vacation to anywhere in the world. - November 02, 2008 - Zen Getaways
Footsteps of Amazon Adventure
Greentracks offers a unique opportunity to experience the Amazon rainforest in comfort with the companionship of a renowned Amazon explorer and zoologist. - November 02, 2008 - GreenTracks, Inc.
G.A.P Adventures Announces Launch of New South & Central America Tours
For the price of your morning coffee, you could see the coffee beans for yourself in Costa Rica. - November 02, 2008 - G Adventures
aloft Denver International Airport Management Duo, Ralph Bobian and Rhonda Watkins, Recruited by Stonebridge Companies
Ralph Bobian and Rhonda Watkins join the hip, sassy new aloft brand is entering the Denver scene this fall. Denver-based Stonebridge Companies has partnered with Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide to bring this $25 million hotel to the metro area. - November 01, 2008 - Stonebridge Companies
Record Beer Consumption at Oktoberfest '08
Australian-based touring company, Thirsty Swagman, has claimed a record in beer consumption at Oktoberfest 2008, on their 11-night pub-crawl tour across Europe. - November 01, 2008 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd
Local Travel Agent Becomes Cruise Expert by Earning Prestigious Top Rank in Princess Cruises Academy
Eileen Tener, a Tampa travel agent, has achieved prestigious Commodore status in Princess Cruises’ Academy training program, certifying her as an expert cruise professional. - November 01, 2008 - Cruise And Vacation Paradise (a Cruise Planners/American Express franchise), Eileen Tener
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Welcomes Ms. Siriphan Uasrikongsuk, as Assistant Director of Sales, Leisure
Ms. Siriphan Uasrikongsuk has been recently appointed Assistant Director of Sales at Sheraton Grande Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort, Phuket. A native of Thailand, Siriphan has worked in the international hospitality industry for 9 years with many leading hotels and resorts including Six Senses... - November 01, 2008 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Tour Information Form Joy Travels
Joy-travels.com, one of the important online travel services companies selling low-cost Tour Packages and consolidated airlines has launched. - November 01, 2008 - Joy Travels Pvt Ltd
www.VisitLaManzanilla.com- News, Information, Community Events and Vacation Rentals for La Manzanilla, Mexico
VisitLaManzanilla.com is please to announce a new online resource for visitors to La Manzanilla, Mexico at www.VisitLaManzanilla.com. La Manzanilla offers stunning sunsets, warm ocean waters and a chance to experience an undiscovered treasure along the Pacific coast of Mexico. - November 01, 2008 - VisitLaManzanilla.com
Earth Water Baths, Inc. Announces New Cleaning Formula (EWB-425) to Decontaminate Morgellon´s Buildings
Morgellons Syndrome is a new parasitic and contagious disease which is sweeping across many countries. The need for a cleaning and decontamination formula has been apparent, but ordinary cleaning solutions have been ineffective. Healing Research Institute (www.healingresearch.org) has developed a special cleaning formula, EWB-425 for Earth Water Baths, Inc (www.earthwaterbaths.com). - October 31, 2008 - Earth Water Baths, Inc.
Finger Lakes Bed and Breakfast Celebrates Five Successful Years
Innkeepers offer Finger Lakes visitors a fantastic view and bed and breakfast amenities that continues to draw more guests seeking a unique getaway. - October 31, 2008 - Bristol Views Bed and Breakfast
Intelligent Leisure Solutions and the Discover.Travel Group Win the 2008 World Travel Award as South America`s Leading Travel Management Company
Managing Director and ASTA President Robert Phillips receives Prestigious Award during Glamorous Ceremony in Rio de Janeiro on October 21st, 2008. - October 31, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Cuendet Grows on the International Market Accompanied by the Wyndham Label
The leader in the letting of charming homes adds to its label the endorsement of Wyndham to better its international expansion. - October 30, 2008 - Cuendet & Cie Spa
A Spirited Halloween at Dring’s Bar, Vienna
Dring’s Bar, Vienna’s hottest nightspot, invites the spirited and spooky to celebrate Halloween night in casual style. Dring’s Bar celebrates Halloween with specialty drinks, pumpkins galor and a party ambiance. - October 30, 2008 - The Ring
A Large Choice of Apartments in Rome: Early Booking 2009 Rome Sweet Home
A large choice of apartments in Rome: luxury, chic, trendy and … lower rates. Early Booking 2009 Rome Sweet Home. - October 29, 2008 - Rome Sweet Home
X2 Samui Offers Freedom Package and Spirit Package
X2 Samui, the latest in a series of new developments of the stunning X2 Resort properties resort in Thailand, offers 2 incredible packages for enjoying your holiday. - October 29, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Time Square Suites – Vancouver’s Hybrid Hotel Offers Live/Work Lifestyle
Hotels and small business travellers can help each other in a time of financial cutbacks. - October 29, 2008 - Times Square Suites Hotel
Westgate Historic Williamsburg Designated a Virginia Green Lodging
Westgate Resorts’ Historic Williamsburg Resort has been designated as Virginia Green. Virginia Green is the statewide program that works to reduce the environmental impacts of Virginia’s tourism industry. It is a partnership between the Virginia Tourism Corporation and the Virginia... - October 29, 2008 - Westgate Resorts
dodo.com – First Travel Grant Goes to Anthony Asael
The travel community dodo.com is giving away a travel grant worth $5,000 USD. The grant will be used to assist dodo.com member Anthony Asael and his non-profit-organization “Art in All of Us.” Anthony and his organization aim to connect children all over the world through art. Along the way, they hope to promote multicultural awareness and tolerance. - October 29, 2008 - dodo travel services ltd.
New Andersonville Chicago Catalog and Guide Site Says: Reclaim America's Independence, Shop, Eat and Play at Quality, Independent, Local Shops for the Holidays
New site launched with a proclamation: Blow off the big boxes and the sadly lit chains, Chicago holiday shoppers this means you. AndersonvilleChicago.com is a new site dedicated to promoting independent business and providing a fast, fun guide for 2008 Holidays. Why not support local, independent business plus have a great time in the neighborhood in Chicago to visit over the holidays? - October 28, 2008 - AndersonvilleChicago.com
New Web Company Launches Site Concentrating on Vacations in Asia
Noshi Webmart, a fast-growing company in India, has unveiled YourAsianVacations.com, a comprehensive and innovative website on Asian Vacations. - October 28, 2008 - Noshi Webmart
Prestigious World Travel Awards for Swissôtel Berlin and Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy, Moscow
Two deluxe hotels of Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts were singled out by this year’s World Travel Awards in Europe: The Swissôtel Berlin as “Germany’s Leading Business Hotel” and Swissôtel Krasney Holmy for the second year in a row as “Russia’s Leading hotel.” The awards ceremony was held in the city of Poprad in Slovakia by the World Travel Association (WTA). - October 27, 2008 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
HotelsCombined.com Partners with Hotels4U.com Part of the Thomas Cook Group
The world’s leading hotel price comparison search engine HotelsCombined.com is proud to announce their new partnership with Hotels4U.com, part of the Thomas Cook Group. - October 25, 2008 - HotelsCombined
A Glamorous Theatre Evening to Help Give Kids a Break
The Family Holiday Association is hosting the Sound of Music Christmas theatre evening on the 25th of November, where guests will enjoy a performance of the musical in the West End followed by an exclusive champagne reception. Tickets are £65 or 10 for £600 and all funds raised will go towards giving underprivileged children a break away by the sea with their family. - October 25, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
GO-SIM Prepaid Data Service and ‘No Hidden Fees’ Commitment
GO-SIM's Global SIM card has now launched a prepaid GPRS data service in over 80 countries. This service is available to all GO-SIM customers with current Global SIM cards. GO-SIM have also announced a commitment not to charge any access fees for using their service. - October 24, 2008 - GO-SIM
Volante Systems POS & Back Office Software: Serving Up Profits and Productivity
With the economic turmoil of late and hospitality companies tightening their belts, one might think that point of sale and back office software purchases would be one of the first items to go on indefinite hold. But maybe it’s during tough times such as these that it makes the most sense to invest in a smart, modern and flexible restaurant POS and back office software solution. - October 24, 2008 - Volante POS Systems
India – Cost-Effectiveness Attracting Medical Tourists in Large Numbers
Medical tourist arrivals in India are projected to increase tremendously between 2008 and 2012 due to low cost treatment and long waiting periods in developed countries. - October 24, 2008 - RNCOS
V!VA Travel Guides Releases Most-Up-to-Date Guidebook to Navigate Colombia
Until recently, Colombia has been masked in mystery and danger—off limits to all but the most intrepid travelers. But VIVA Travel Guides’ latest book is lifting the veil and opening the door, giving anyone the freedom to easily navigate Colombia’s untouched beaches, cosmopolitan... - October 24, 2008 - V!VA Travel Guides
G.A.P Adventures Launches 60 New Trips in Asia
60 new Asian adventures at 10% off. For the price of your weekly dry cleaning, you can cleanse your spirit in Nepal. - October 24, 2008 - G Adventures
Leashtec LLC to Unveil New Innovative Product at DEMA 2008; the DiveLeash Makes Worldwide Debut
Leashtec LLC, creator of the unique GameLeash and CamLeash, will unveil their latest neoprene wrist strap, the DiveLeash, at this year's DEMA Show. Based on success of the GameLeash and CamLeash, the DiveLeash was designed by divers to connect compact cameras, camcorders, and handhelds when diving,... - October 23, 2008 - Leashtec LLC
Founder of Latin Excursions – Eric Sheets – Named to Travel + Leisure’s A-List for 4th Consecutive Year
Eric Sheets, founder of Latin Excursions, a luxury travel company, has been enlisted in Travel+Leisure's A-list for the 4th consecutive year. Latin Excursions offers a new vision of South America travel. - October 23, 2008 - LatinExcursions.com
East Tennessee Luxury Properties Teams with RealtyBid.com to Launch Online Auction on October 28th
East Tennessee Luxury Properties will be auctioning two premier lots in the Enclave at Cove Mountain, Gatlinburg, TN beginning on October 28, 2008. - October 22, 2008 - East Tennessee Luxury Properties
Kids Reconnect to Nature at Paradise Ranch in Wyoming
Paradise Guest Ranch is a western retreat where families, couples, groups of friends and multiple generations can come to unplug from electronics in a gorgeous wilderness setting in the Big Horn Mountains of Wyoming. - October 22, 2008 - Paradise Ranch
Slovakia Wins World’s Top Green Tourism Prize
Slovakia swept the board in the first World Travel `Green’ Awards held on 15th October. - October 22, 2008 - AquaCity
Luxury Moscow Apartments Offer Affordable Alternative to Expensive Hotels
Business travelers and tourists are now able to benefit from comfortable and luxurious apartments right in the heart of Moscow. Rather than an impersonal hotel, these apartments offer full-service accommodations in addition to all of the conveniences of home. - October 22, 2008 - Rent Moscow Apartments
World Vegan Day Celebrations - Festivals, Film, Pizza and a Magazine Launch on Nov 1st 2008
An international round up of the World Vegan Day celebrations, festivals, parties, menus and PR launches on November 1st. - October 21, 2008 - Foods for Life Nutrition Services UK
Mall at Millenia, Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando Present Perfectly Wrapped Holiday Getaway for Families
Orlando hotels, attraction respond to consumers' desire for value-added, discounted holiday travel; budget friendly, fun bundle combines discounted hotel rates with more than $250 in value-added, shopping extras for a holiday wonderland experience that will make the whole family jolly. - October 20, 2008 - The Mall at Millenia
Intelligent Leisure Solutions (ILS3) Restructures Group Website and Its Travel Company Becomes the Discover.Travel Group
Discover.Travel Group’s specialized travel websites are the ideal starting point for anyone planning Luxury tailor-made travel to South and Central America. - October 20, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
A Palm Springs Clothing Optional Getaway is More Affordable Than You Imagine
As the economy slides closer towards a recession, people are looking for better values with their vacation dollars. One of the best travel deals around is a clothing optional vacation in sunny Palm Springs, California. - October 19, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
PeakAdventureTour.com Announces Fixed Departure Date for Snow Trekking in Ladakh
PeakAdventureTour.com India’s leading name in tour and travel world announces dates for snow Trekking Tour. Snow Trekking tour will be taken into the hearts of Leh Ladakh and include Chandrashila chopta trekking, frozen river trekking, snow leopard trekking, dodital trekking and so on. - October 19, 2008 - Peak Adventure Group
Newtechbio Offers WHITECAP(TM) SC Aquatic Herbicide with Fluridone
Newtechbio, Inc. announced today that it has expanded its product offering line with the addition of WHITECAP SC herbicide with Fluridone for the control of aquatic weeds in fresh water ponds, lakes, reservoirs, potable water sources, drainage canals and irrigation canals. WHITECAP SC contains Fluridone, a proven ingredient designed to kill and control Duckweed, Milfoil, Watermeal and other weeds. - October 18, 2008 - Newtechbio, Inc.
YachtFest San Diego Will Set Sail September 16-20, 2009
10th Anniversary Event to Showcase the World’s Most Luxurious Yachts. - October 18, 2008 - YachtFest
Fractional Ownership Resort in Muskoka Enjoys Robust Sales in Challenging Market
Despite challenging economic conditions, Blue Water Acres' fractional ownership development enjoyed robust sales in 2007 and 2008. Affordable interval prices, authentic cottage designs and a no-pressure sales and marketing program are credited by the developer as some of the reasons why Blue Water Acres is faring well in a challenging market. - October 18, 2008 - Blue Water Acres Resort
Peak Adventure Tours Successfully Done Gangotri – Gomukh - Tapovan Trek for 190 Peoples
Peak Adventure Tours, the most prominent adventure tour group manages one of the biggest and most successful trekking trips ever in the history of Uttarakhand. Almost a crew of 190 from Gujarat police (almost every designation like Adi. DG to sub-inspectors) was taken to Gangotri – Gomukh - Tapovan trekking. - October 17, 2008 - Peak Adventure Group
Deer Widow Weekends Offered by West Michigan Tourist Association
Who says hunting season is just for men? Not these West Michigan destinations. In fact, while the men are off at deer camp, there are a variety of hunting-season deals, just for women. Gather your mom, sis, or best friend and pack for one of these weekend escapes that are right on target. So whether you’re a hunter or a deer widow, opening weekend is sure to be a blast. - October 17, 2008 - West Michigan Tourist Association
SpiritLine Cruises Adds Charleston’s Largest Passenger Boat to Fleet
Noticed a new lady cruising Charleston Harbor? SpiritLine Cruises and Fort Sumter Tours have recently added the Spirit of the Lowcountry to their fleet as the largest commercial passenger vessel in Charleston, with three decks and room for more than 500 passengers. She will transport visitors to... - October 17, 2008 - Spiritline Cruises
HG Honors Soldiers by Partnering with the Fallen Heroes Project
HG Art and Framing Consultants is partnering with Michael Reagan of the Fallen Heroes Project to honor soldiers who have given their lives in the war against terrorism. For those that have a family member killed as a soldier in the War Against Terrorism, photos and memories is all they have left. - October 17, 2008 - HG Arts