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The Beijing 2008 Olympic Games Cannot Satisfy Worldwide Ticket Demand … Yet HotelsCombined.com Can Satisfy Worldwide Accommodation Demand
One World, One Dream is the theme of the Beijing Games - and if overseas ticket demand is any indicator, the whole world wants to be in Beijing for the Games to live their dream. Unfortunately Beijing Games organizers cannot satisfy worldwide ticket demand. But it is not just about trying to get... - June 27, 2008 - HotelsCombined
Just Launched iStayGreen.org Helps Travelers Separate Green from Greenwashing
Greenwashing is a big problem in travel, especially with hotels, and the newly launched social network travel website iStayGreen.org plans to separate truly "Green" from hoteliers employing sneaky PR tactics to appear eco-friendly. - June 27, 2008 - iStayGreen.org
The 2nd International Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament
The International Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament enters its second year this year with last year’s competition drawing thousands of participants from all over the world including the United States and Canada. This year’s tournament begins on July 10th and ends on July 12th, 2008,... - June 27, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
Experience Riviera Nayarit On-Line; New Destination Unveils Website Videos
Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit Unveils Website Videos: Experience the New Vacation Paradise On-Line. For the first time, view the Riviera Nayarit, Mexico’s newest vacation paradise, without having to leave the comfort of your own desk. The vacation Mecca which unfolds just 10 minutes north... - June 27, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
"Discover Our Treasures Online" Then Experience It for Free
Watch Videos and Enter in a Chance to Win a Free Vacation to Riviera Nayarit. Travel professionals can now watch videos on the Riviera Nayarit website, www.RivieraNayarit.com and enter in a chance to win a vacation to Mexico’s newest destination, Riviera Nayarit, for free. The prize is... - June 27, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
HotelClub Launches a Sponsorship Scheme with a Difference
HotelClub launches a sponsorship scheme with a difference by offering help to smaller businesses and organizations. Registration is made easy by going to the online application page at http://www.hotelclub.com/sponsorship. - June 26, 2008 - HotelClub
SAGPS Adventure Tours Launches Revolutionary GPS Guided Walking Tours in Historic St. Augustine
Self-guided GPS multimedia walking tours provide tourists with significantly enhanced tourism experiences in haunted St. Augustine, Florida. - June 26, 2008 - AudioConexus Inc.
People Know How Announces the Launch of Its Specialist Hospitality Recruitment Platform
People Know How, the specialist hospitality recruitment platform, announces the launch of its recruitment platform www.peopleknowhow.co.uk to support hotels and recruiters to recruit the best candidates for mid to senior level hospitality jobs. - June 26, 2008 - PeopleKnowHow
Capital Cruises Launches Captivating GPS Audio Tours in 6 Languages in the Nation’s Capital
Capital Cruises Enhances Sightseeing Experiences and Removes Language Barriers for Foreign Language Travelers in Ottawa. - June 25, 2008 - AudioConexus Inc.
Volante Systems Hospitality Software "Checks In" at the Southampton Inn & Spa
Toronto based hospitality software company Volante POS Systems was contracted to consolidate all guest services at this Inn & Spa, allowing for a stress free, seamless guest experience. - June 25, 2008 - Volante POS Systems
RNCOS Releases a New Report- Asian Medical Tourism Analysis (2008-2012)
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, "Asian Medical Tourism Analysis (2008-2012)” to its report gallery. The report provides an insight into the Asian medical tourism market. The past, present and future potential of the five biggest Asian markets - India,... - June 25, 2008 - RNCOS
DFI Live Event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
DFILive will have a live event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in conjunction with First Steps to Success with Dani Johnson that same weekend. - June 24, 2008 - Freedom Choice Int'l Inc.
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Gives Seriously Ill Kids the Mobility They Need to be Kids. Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation Partners with Scooter Vacations
Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation announced today the launching of its new partnership with Orlando Scooter Rental Company Scooter Vacations. This new partnership will give seriously ill kids the mobility they need to be kids. Scooter Vacations offers a range of luxurious mobility scooters to vacationers visiting Orlando and attractions such as Sea World, Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. - June 24, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
Green Festival and Reggae Concert in Mohawk, NY - July 26th 2008
All day reggae concert and green festival supporting the environment and supporting cultural awareness. - June 23, 2008 - Safflyn Corporation
Free Gas Cards - Relief at Last from LA's Le Petite Retreat Day Spa
Free gas cards for spa visits in this tough economy being offered by Los Angeles' Le Petite Retreat day spa. - June 23, 2008 - Le Petite Retreat day spa - Los Angeles
Rezgo.com Chosen for Round Three of New Ventures Innovation Competition
Rezgo, a free online booking solution for tour and activity companies, has been selected for round three of the New Ventures Innovation Competition. - June 21, 2008 - Rezgo
VillaCentre Launch New Website
VillaCentre, the UK's leading direct specialist agent for unpackaged quality villa holidays, announced today that the company has launched a new website. Developed over nine months at a cost of £70,000, the site went live on Wednesday, May 21st, 2008, and can be viewed at www.villacentre.co.uk. - June 20, 2008 - Villa Centre
The Finer Liner.com Goes Green
The Finer Designer Wastebasket Liner is now going Biodegradable. The Finer Liner currently sells a recyclable plastic designer wastebasket liner in 7 styles. Owner Annette Savio decided to go one step greener in hopes that Fine Hotels will decide to forego the plastic wastebasket liners and use Finer Designer Biodegradable Liners. - June 20, 2008 - The Finer Liner.com
Accessories Worldwide LTD Announces Export Expansion
Capitalizing on foreign currency strength and favorable trade agreements, Accessories Worldwide LTD introduces an expanded export division. Beyond their kitting and installation capabilities offered on http://www.awwltd.com to the American hospitality, institutional, and healthcare markets, the company now provides worldwide “door-to-door” kitting solutions for major projects. - June 20, 2008 - Accessories Worldwide
Travelers Seeking Vacation Value Find It on New Website
Amenity Services, Inc. unveils a new website, www.GetMoreVacations.com, that connects travelers to vacation rental properties in Florida, Alabama and North Carolina. These properties provide guests with complimentary golf, deep sea fishing, dolphin cruises, eco-tours, water parks, new-release DVD’s and more. - June 19, 2008 - Amenity Services Inc.
Tax Sheltered Asset Protection and Appreciation in Paradise- Free eSeminar on Costa Rica Real Estate
Costa Rica Real Estate E-Seminar Invitation Date: June 24, 2008 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Est.) Costa Rica has one of the most appealing investment environments in the world. One of the reasons being its tax system is much less complicated than the United States, Canada and Europe, offering great... - June 19, 2008 - Hacienda Matapalo
Win a Trip to Stevenswood Spa Resort at LuxuryLink.com
LuxuryLink.com, the world's premier online luxury travel resource, announces a contest in partnership with Stevenswood Spa Resort to fly one lucky winner and a guest to an intimate Northern Californian retreat. Experience the beauty of Mendocino, California with a three-night luxury vacation... - June 19, 2008 - Luxury Link LLC.
Hilton Head Vacation Rentals Company Lets Guests Go Keyless
With plane tickets, sunglasses, cell phones and more, room keys are just one more thing to keep up with when you’re on vacation. But a system offered by Sunset Rentals, an upscale vacation rental company on Hilton Head Island, makes losing keys a thing of the past and lets guests focus on... - June 19, 2008 - Mettler PR
2008 Maine Lobster Chef of the Year Finalist, Chef Pete Murphy from the Historic Russell House in Boothbay Harbor, Maine
The competition co-sponsored by the Maine Lobster Promotion Council and Maine Food & Lifestyle Magazine include awards for “Best Overall,” “People’s Choice” and a “Maine Lobster Emerging Talent Award.” The winner will represent Maine at the Great American Seafood Cook-off taking place August 2-3rd in New Orleans. - June 19, 2008 - Compass Rose Events and Catering Companies
Timeshare Owners Back Independent Magazine
Owners Perspective Magazine after just seven weeks has attracted more than 5,000 timeshare owners and owners of fractional, private residence club and shared ownership products from around the world who have subscribed to the new consumer publication due for release next month. - June 18, 2008 - Perspective International Ltd
The Historic Cadogan Hotel, Knightsbridge London, Announces Summer Suite Offer - Free Guestroom Accommodation
The Cadogan Hotel London launched a Summer Suite Offer of exceptional value for traveling families. Enabling parents and children to experience leisurely luxury with spacious accommodation for all, the offer includes: -luxurious 1 bedroom suite with a complimentary Deluxe Double or Twin, -full... - June 18, 2008 - Cadogan London Hotel
The Ring Hotel Breezes Into Summer with Special Summer Rates
The Ring Hotel Vienna announces special summer rates for the coming travel season. Enjoy the summer season in Vienna. ‘Travellers don’t have to look much further to escape this summer……’, The Ring, Vienna’s Casual Luxury Hotel is offering great off-season... - June 18, 2008 - The Ring
RezHub.com Asks Travelers to Take One Day to Change the World
Volunteer vacations are often related to extended stays in remote destinations, wearing hefty price tags. RezHub.com is removing these high barriers and making voluntourism realistic for everyone. - June 18, 2008 - RezHub.com
Cheval Equestrian Community Sales and Information Center Now Open
The Cheval Sales and Information Center is now open to the public in Mint Hill showcasing Charlotte’s newest Tuscan-inspired equestrian community. The center is open seven days a week, Monday through Friday from 11am to 6pm; Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 1pm to 6pm. Located off... - June 17, 2008 - Marketing Specifics
Al Nahda Resort & Spa Awarded Boutique’s Diamond Collection™ Status
Boutique Hotels & Resorts International® - the global alliance of genuine boutique gems - has awarded Diamond Collection™ membership to Oman's lavish new 5-star destination, Al Nahda Resort & Spa in Barka. - June 17, 2008 - Boutique Hotels & Resorts International
The Top 10 Reasons to Vacation at a Clothing Optional Resort This Summer
Traditionally, Americans had to travel to Europe or the Caribbean to enjoy topless and nude sunbathing at nice upscale clothing optional resorts. In the past decade, nudist resorts in the United States have emerged as the world leaders in nude vacations. Sunny Palm Springs, California is considered one of the top meccas for topless and nude sunbathing vacations. - June 17, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Introducing by the Beach Apartments, Swakopmund, Namibia
A new company By the Beach Apartments from Red Sky Ventures aims to bring a fresh approach to self catering accommodation in Swakopmund Namibia, touting “affordable luxury accommodation is not an oxymoron.” - June 17, 2008 - Red Sky Ventures
New Website Features Cruise Ship History
"Cruising The Past" is a new website examining the history of cruise lines, cruise ships and steamships. The website is also dealing with reviews of contemporary cruising and new ships. Michael L. Grace, one of the creators of the musical Snoopy based on Charles M. Shultz... - June 16, 2008 - Cruise Line History
SeaFolks.com Merchant Navy Officer's Community, is Now Redressed with New & Better Looking Layout
SeaFolks.com, a sleek networking site for merchant navy officers and maritime professionals, looks even better now. New look of SeaFolks.com is inspired by versatility of mariners in different forms of work & hobbies. - June 16, 2008 - SeaFolks.com
Luxury Hotel Spa Chain Acqua Hotel Resort Spa Partners with NewHotel Software
Acqua Hotel Resort Spa, inaugurating in November this year its first five-star hotel spa in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, signed an agreement for the installation of the NewHotel hospitality management software, to ensure the highest standard of quality in attention and personalized guest... - June 16, 2008 - Acqua Hotel Resort Spa
New Hotel Chain CEO Awarded with ‘Order of the Incas’ in the City of Puno, Perú
In recognition for his contribution to the promotion of Puno’s culture and folklore through the book “The Virgin of Lake Titicaca”, Dr. Jose Alvarez Blas, author and photographer, was awarded with the “Order of the Cradle of the Incas”, the highest distinction given by... - June 16, 2008 - Acqua Hotel Resort Spa
www.WorldCheaper.com Announces an Online Travel Booking Service for Consumers Seeking to Satisfy Their Travel Needs Quickly and Cheap
As you already know, travel business moved online permanently and will never go back. Founded in 2004, www.WorldCheaper.com’s mission is to provide high-quality travel service at the lowest price possible. The www.WorldCheaper.com is an online travel consolidator, delivering lowest prices to... - June 15, 2008 - WayBy.com
Y explore Yosemite Adventures Announces Agreement with Naturalist David Lukas
Renowned author agrees to lead Naturalist Excursion Series for popular Yosemite adventure company. - June 15, 2008 - Y explore Yosemite Adventures
Talent Agency and Film School Join Forces to Discover Spanish Speaking Actors
Westbridge Film School and 'Normal People' talent agency have issued a call to discover 18 Spanish speaking persons and grant them a full scholarship to become successful actors for film. At the end of their studies, they will be recruited by the agency and offered to participate in real life projects. - June 14, 2008 - Westbridge University
Carol Marlow, President of Cunard Line, Talks About The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World® on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Carol Marlow, President of Cunard Line, talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss about The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World®, the evolution of Cunard, and the tradition of the company that caters to the preferences of its guests and provides extraordinary, unobtrusive service. Marlow and Reiss discuss a few of the forthcoming offerings of the Line’s Fall onboard enrichment programme including the Boston Symphony Chamber Orchestra and Linda Hope, daughter of the entertainer, Bob Hope. - June 14, 2008 - Reissource, LLC
Cortiva Institute - Chicago Blends Business Savvy with Inspiration at “Managing Your Spa in a Changing Environment” Conference
In recognition of the continued expansion of the massage therapy and spa industries, paired with declining numbers of people seeking body work in the current economic climate, Cortiva Institute has designed a leading edge conference to be held in Chicago on July 31st and August 1st called “Managing Your Spa in a Changing Environment.” - June 14, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Announces the "Dream" Mobility Scooter for Guests at Walt Disney World for Disney Scooter Rental and Universal for Universal Scooter Rental
Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando scooter rental company headquartered in Orlando, Florida, announces the newest addition to its mobility scooter rental fleet, the Dream. The Dream is the company’s first model specifically selected for Disney Scooter Rental or Universal Scooter Rental visitors staying in hotels on-property and plan to use resort-provided bus, boat or monorail transportation to travel between hotels, associated theme parks and other on-property venues during their stay. - June 13, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
Real Estate Excursion Offers Unique Chance to Surf Nicaragua with a Star
Perfect waves groomed by all day offshores are breaking right now in warm water, and they’re only a short flight away. With fewer crowds, a higher concentration of quality breaks within a short distance, and very affordable ocean view property still available, it’s easy to see why... - June 13, 2008 - Century 21 Gold Coast Realty
AffordableTours.com Launches New, Value-Priced LeisureScapes Resort Vacation Packages
Amazingly low prices on escorted trips to Europe & Costa Rica—as little as $79 a day. - June 13, 2008 - AffordableTours.com
Canadian Travel Site launches ViaRailVacations.com - Bucks Canada Tourism Downward Trend
Canadian Tourism at all time low...or is it? Exclusively Canada Ltd. is a Canadian travel company experiencing record breaking growth with launch of new VIA Rail focused portfolio site. - June 13, 2008 - Exclusively Canada Ltd.
G.A.P Adventures Announces New Polar Expedition Ship
G.A.P Adventures, a world leader in adventure travel, has announced the purchase of a new ship, the M/S Expedition, and the relaunch of its polar expedition program, commencing on January 4, 2009. - June 13, 2008 - G Adventures
Intercontinental Mzaar Takes Home Two Prestigious Awards in Dubai, Uae
For the fifth year running, InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa wins prestigious prizes during the MENA Travel Awards 2008 ceremony, one of the leading awards program for recognizing regional travel and tourism industries and honoring superior service and outstanding standards. - June 13, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
Travel Industry Running Teams Raise Over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association
Travel industry runners raised over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association by competing in the London Marathon and the Malta Half Marathon this year. - June 13, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
InterContinental Mzaar Summer & Mountain Packages
Escape the heat of the city and benefit from InterContinental Mzaar “summer packages” combining rejuvenation, fun and pleasure starting from only $60 per room night. - June 13, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Sponsors Climb to Everest Base Camp to Raise Money for the Stroke Association
Adam Hutchings, sponsored by leading meet and greet airport parking company, Meteor meet and greet parking, has climbed to the Everest base camp in 12 days, raising thousands of pounds for the Stroke Association charity. - June 13, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking