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99VACATION.com Offers Easy and Affordable Vacations

New Travel Website Helps Travelers Realize Dream Vacation on a Budget. - March 08, 2008 - 99VACATION.com

50th Anniversary of the Cuban Revolution Tour

Cuba Education Tours of Vancouver, Canada, is hosting a 50th Anniversary of the Cuban Revolution Tour to Cuba from December 27, 2008, to January 3, 2009. - March 08, 2008 - Cuba Education Tours

Visual Data Systems Hires Robert Gray as Senior Business Analyst

Over 15 years in hospitality operations and marketing experience brought to the position. - March 08, 2008 - Visual Data Systems

How to Get Paid to Go on Holiday: Tourism Companies Offer Free Holidays and Even Pay Tourists to Film Their Holidays

According to Thomas Reissmann, who has been creating promotional holiday videos for three years, anyone with a camcorder, a computer and a willingness to learn could get free holidays and even get paid to film holidays. He now shares his secrets in his manual 'How To Get Paid Filming Holidays'. - March 08, 2008 - Filming Holidays

E-Z Rent-A-Car Now Has Mexico Car Rental Available

E-Z Rent-A-Car continues its international expansion plan by signing an affiliate agreement with Executive Car Rental in major cities and airports in Mexico. As part of this agreement, Executive Car Rental will leverage the distribution opportunities of E-Z Rent-A-Car to gain car rental... - March 07, 2008 - E-Z Rent A Car

Y explore Yosemite Adventures Announces a Celebration of Art and Nature in Hetch Hetchy with Painting, Photography, and Naturalist Workshops on May 18-20

Leading Yosemite Adventure Company Announces Schedule for Spring Activities in Yosemite National Park. - March 06, 2008 - Y explore Yosemite Adventures

Mata Global Introduces OSHA Compliant Alcohol-Free, Rinse Free Hand Sanitizers;  Hy-5 Brand Targets Health Care, Food Services, Travel, Lodging and Government Venues

Mata Global Introduces OSHA Compliant Alcohol-Free, Rinse Free Hand Sanitizers; Hy-5 Brand Targets Health Care, Food Services, Travel, Lodging and Government Venues

Mata Global Solutions Inc., which specializes in licensing, manufacturing and marketing innovative products, including Canada’s Soapopular® brand, alcohol-free hand sanitizer line, announced that it has introduced Hy-5, a new line of alcohol-free, rinse-free hand sanitizer products that... - March 05, 2008 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.

Pirata Media Wins New Client Block Island Tourism Council

The Block Island Tourism Council has chosen Bristol, RI based design firm, Pirata Media, for a complete website redesign. The new Block Island Tourism’s web site will include the deployment of Pirata's flagship CMS product, POPstar™, which enables clients to maintain their own website content. - March 05, 2008 - Pirata Media LLC

Spanish Learning and Activity Holiday Company Launched in Almeria

Spanish study holidays are already popular in Spain, now it is possible to combine a Spanish study holiday and activities such as scuba diving, golf, horse riding or flamenco classes. More and more people are choosing this option rather than learning Spanish in a dreary adult education centre in their home town. - March 05, 2008 - Spanish Language Tours

LuxeJets Launches Aircraft Finance Division

LuxeJets Launches Aircraft Finance Division

Air charter broker LuxeJets LLC, headquartered in Manhattan, New York, announced today it has launched LuxeJets Credit Services LLC--a company specializing in assisting owners of private aircraft with new and innovative ways of financing, refinancing and leasing new and used aircraft. - March 04, 2008 - LuxeJets Credit Services

Indexpo Corporation Suggests a Simple Way to Make Hotel Properties Look "Fashionably Green"

Innovative, trendy, eco friendly, bio degradable, handcrafted products made from the natural fiber "Jute" are fast catching up the fancy of the leisure & hospitality sector. A new line of product has been launched, comprising of Table lamps, waste paper baskets, desktop holders, ashtrays, planters that can bring a revolutionary change in the outlook of a hotel property and in the process can also develop a brand image of the property's eco friendly attitude. - March 04, 2008 - Indexpo Corporation

Introduction of Gourmet Mediterranean Sea Salt Flakes in Disposable Grinders. Chef Quality Salt Reaches the Public.

Introduction of Gourmet Mediterranean Sea Salt Flakes in Disposable Grinders. Chef Quality Salt Reaches the Public.

Petros Traditional Products introduces their latest gourmet condiment, Mediterranean Sea Salt Flakes, the pinnacle of gourmet organic Sea Salt, in disposable Salt Grinders at an affordable price. Also available in eight different flavours. - March 03, 2008 - AA Sea Salt Flakes Ltd

HotelClub Releases Findings on Worldwide Travel Packing Habits Survey

Another HotelClub Insider: HotelClub.com discloses findings on worldwide travel packing habits that gives tips on how to lessen the stress of packing for a holiday. - March 03, 2008 - HotelClub

RateTiger: Integration Focus for Channel Management

Rate Tiger, leader in Online Distribution Management tools since 2001, announced the establishment of a dedicated specialist development team to concentrate on project managing website integration. - March 03, 2008 - eRevMax Inc.

Free Luxury Cruises? UK Researcher Drills Daniel Hall About His Alleged Free Cruise Program. Scam or the Real Deal?

Stewart Alexander, a United Kingdom Researcher and Internet Marketer has uncovered what seems to have been a well kept secret for getting on board free luxury cruises. - March 02, 2008 - Publishing Media Professionals

Nile Cruise – Steppes Travel Announces Traditional Nile Cruise Holiday for 2009

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/traditional-nile-cruise-by-dahabiya-page2763.aspx) is pleased to announce a new trip to add to its 2009 schedule: a traditional cruise down the Nile. A very unique river journey, the cruise is one which seeks to re-introduce the style of a bygone era... - March 02, 2008 - Steppes Travel

Unique DMCs, Destinations and Experiences to Debut at International Confex

Uniqueworld.eu is a UK based DMC and hotel representation agency focused on working with some of the most unusual and exclusive properties and destinations throughout the world. Offering six product groups; Resorts, Destinations, Cities, Experiences, Retreats and Stadia, Uniqueworld is aimed at the increasingly discerning UK Meetings & Incentives buyer by developing a personalised portfolio of products including creative concepts and facilities, whilst providing dedicated service delivery. - March 02, 2008 - Unique World

Ted Rhodes Legends Tour and International Players Tour to Hold Annual Golf Classic

Ted Rhodes Legends Tour and International Players Tour to Hold Annual Golf Classic

The International Players Tour (IPT) will join Ted Rhodes Legends Tour in the annual event as part of their regular schedule to support junior golf programs, as well as to honor one of the true legends of the game – Ted Rhodes. The two organizations have signed a multi-year Strategic Partnership Agreement to work together on several initiatives. - March 01, 2008 - International Players Tour

Discovery Initiatives Announces Late Availability Deals for Holidays to China and India

Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the late availability of two unique expeditions. The first holiday with only a few places left is the wild giant panda and rural study tour in China: (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/China/Wild_Giant_Panda_and_Rural_Study_Tour). This... - March 01, 2008 - Discovery Initiatives

Steppes Travel Announces North Pole Cruise Itineraries for 2008

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) is pleased to announce the availability of cruise holidays to the North Pole lasting 16 days. The once in a lifetime trip departs from Helsinki and returns via Franz Josef Land (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/the-north-pole-page2751.aspx). The trip... - February 29, 2008 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel Announces North West Passage Cruise Itineraries for 2008

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) is pleased to announce the availability of cruise holidays through the North West Passage in the Arctic. The once in a lifetime trip departs from Edmonton and returns to Resolute 13 days later. - February 29, 2008 - Steppes Travel

Continuing Medical Education Credits While Cruising at Cruise Planners

Continuing education programs for physicians, nurses, dentists and attorneys combined with family vacations. - February 29, 2008 - CruiseAwhile.com

Bean Town, Green Town- RezHub.com's Green Travel Hub Announces Boston's Top 8 Green Hotels

RezHub.com's Green Travel Hub put together a top 8 list of Boston's greenest hotels to help travelers plan a great green Boston vacation. - February 29, 2008 - RezHub.com

Fitness Ridge Resort Provides Giveaway to NBC’S “The Biggest Loser” for Episode Airing Tuesday, March 18 (8-10 PM ET)

Fitness Ridge Resort Provides Giveaway to NBC’S “The Biggest Loser” for Episode Airing Tuesday, March 18 (8-10 PM ET)

Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa – Ordinary People, Extraordinary Results. - February 28, 2008 - Fitness Ridge Resort & Spa

Shell Vacations Club and LRA Worldwide Develop Partnership to Enhance the Vacation Ownership Prospect Experience

Shell Vacations Club (SVC), a leader in the development, sales and operation of high-end vacation ownership properties throughout North America, has selected LRA Worldwide to help measure and enhance the SVC prospect experience. LRA will build a mystery shopping program designed to measure the... - February 27, 2008 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.

Rezhub.com's Green Travel Hub Announces the Top 10 List of Greenest Hotels in Orlando

Although it's still a long way from the list of the worlds greenest cities, even the hotels in Orlando are making some big changes for Planet Earth. RezHub.com's Green Travel Hub put together a list of the city's greenest hotels to help you plan a great green Orlando vacation. - February 24, 2008 - RezHub.com

Brits Still Prefer Holidays in Spain, Reports Holidays-Direct.co.uk

In the ever growing holiday market, Brits still favour holidays in Spain and other old favourite holiday destinations. City breaks in Barcelona are also a top choice when looking into booking a holiday, according to online travel agency Holidays-Direct.co.uk. - February 24, 2008 - Holidays-Direct

Massaging for a Cure — Cortiva Institute Donated All Proceeds from Full Day of Massage to Benefit American Cancer Society

On Saturday, March 15th, 2008 Cortiva Institute’s Wall Township Clinic is offering one hour relaxation massages to the public specifically to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Appointments are available between 9am and 5pm on March 15th at Cortiva Institute - Somerset School of... - February 23, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy

John W. J. Snyder Appointed Executive Director of the Olympic Peninsula Travel Assosiation (OPTA)

Dan Youra president and CEO of the Olympic Peninsula Travel Association (OPTA) announce the appointment of John Snyder as the new Executive director of the 75 year old Olympic Peninsula marketing association. John brings a fresh new prospective with a professional background in sales and... - February 22, 2008 - Olympic Peninsula Travel Assoc

Steppes Travel Announces Alaskan Cruise Itineraries for 2008

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) is pleased to announce the availability of Alaskan cruise holidays ranging from 8 to 14 days, all departing from the Alaskan town of Juneau. (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/alaska-cruises-page2718.aspx) There is a selection of 4 Alaskan Cruise... - February 22, 2008 - Steppes Travel

KeepandShare.com Announces Free Timeshare Advice Center

Find low-cost timeshare rentals and timeshare purchases from KeepandShare.com's new timeshare locator software. KeepandShare.com (http://www.keepandshare.com) today announced its free online timeshare locator center resource center. Available immediately, KeepandShare's new timeshare locator... - February 22, 2008 - KeepandShare.com

Jasper National Park Journal Uses Antique Postcard to Glimpse Into Park's History

Traveler uses antique postcard to tell story of Jasper National Park. - February 20, 2008 - Jasper Journal

ForestWander Nature Photography Featured in Mountain Highlands Traveler Magazine

ForestWander Nature Photography Featured in Mountain Highlands Traveler Magazine

ForestWander.com West Virginia’s Nature photography website, has been featured in a magazine publication honoring the Monongahela National Forest and the attractions throughout the forest. Beautiful Glady Creek in Babcock State Park West Virginia is the featured Nature Photo which was used in the magazine. - February 19, 2008 - ForestWander.com

Feel Golf Named “Official Wedge Partner” of the International Players Tour

Feel Golf Company and the International Players Tour (IPT) have joined forces for the 2008 Tour Season. The partnership features Feel Golf’s designation as “The Official Wedge Partner" of the IPT, and unique access to Feel’s technology for the IPT membership. - February 19, 2008 - International Players Tour

Medical Tourism Hits Milwaukee

Medical Tourism Hits Milwaukee

Dr. Peter Badalamenti draws people from across the US for TMJ treatment, Cosmetic Dentistry while they take in the sights of Milwaukee. - February 19, 2008 - Badalamenti Center for Advanced Dentistry

Hot New Club in an Old Ritz Charm

New Life May Give The Ritz Historic Inn the Transfusion It Really Needs - February 18, 2008 - Historic Ritz Massage

BYOkids ... Your Family Travel Gurus Takes Out National Business Award

Family travel website www.byokids.com.au …your family travel gurus took out the best “new business” in Australia award in a prestigious ceremony at Star City in Sydney. BYOkids founder Leah Squire joined Andrew Daddo the awards Master of Ceremonies on stage to accept the award. - February 18, 2008 - BYOkids

TravelStoreMaker.com Enhances Its Affiliate Program with New Website

TravelAffiliateProgram.net will help users earn money through their own websites - February 17, 2008 - TravelStoreMaker.com

Canadian Immigration - KAM International Celebrates 10 Years of Service

Canada is a destination for over 250,000 new immigrants every year. The website kaminternational.com is celebrating its 10th year of offering online support to worldwide clients in Canadian Immigration. - February 17, 2008 - KAM International

Superman Saves the Date

The dates for the 30th Annual Superman Celebration held in Metropolis, Illinois have been selected for 2008. Visitors will flock to the official "Home of Superman" June 12th - 15th to celebrate all things Superman. - February 16, 2008 - Metropolis Area Tourism Commission

Arizona Business Travel Association Presents Charity Golf Tournament - Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Arizona Business Travel Association presents the “Drive for Charity” Golf Tournament - Wednesday, April 16, 2008. The tournament will be held at Arizona Grand Resort (Formerly Pointe South Mountain) on 8000 South Arizona Grand Pwky at 12:30pm. - February 16, 2008 - Arizona Business Travel Association

MySherpa Travel Guides: The Wood from the Trees - in Your Pocket

MySherpa Travel Guides: The Wood from the Trees - in Your Pocket

A new alternative to lugging a brick when you travel. New publisher launches with pocket guide to Saigon. - February 15, 2008 - MySherpa Travel Pty Ltd

Great Cabins In The Smokies Announces Additional Economic Stimulus Package

The President of Great Cabins In The Smokies, Marty Huddleston, today announced that, in support of the Economic Rescue Package signed yesterday by President Bush, Great Cabins In The Smokies has adopted their own economic stimulus package to help all American families. - February 15, 2008 - Great Cabins in the Smokies, LLC

Free Wi-Fi High-Speed Internet Access at Rosedale on the Park

Rosedale on the Park is pleased to provide free Wi-Fi high-speed broadband service. The Wi-Fi technology offers guests a stable and reliable access to Internet without wire limitation. The Wi-Fi hotspots can be found at the Hotel Lobby, the Executive Floors and the two Restaurants. Guests can enjoy the service at these designated areas free of charge. - February 15, 2008 - Rosedale Hotel Group

Nitenite Scoops Innovation Award

The micro-boutique hotel concept nitenite has been recognised for “excellence in innovation” by an independent judging panel at the Hotel Excellence Awards hosted by Hotel Reservation Service. - February 15, 2008 - nitenite cityhotels

YowTRIP Launches YowGROUPS

YowTRIP.com was created to connect solo world travelers who have similar travel plans. Recently, YowTRIP founder Felipe Coimbra announced the expansion of his service to recognize a different kind of user, one who may not want to embark alone but would like to meet new people to go on a trip with. YowGROUPS lets YowTRIP members create a group or search for existing groups that are going to their desired destination, or are simply going on the same type of trip. - February 15, 2008 - YowTRIP

New Luxury Bed and Breakfast Opens in Baltimore, Maryland

The Blue Door on Baltimore Bed and Breakfast has opened in the Historic Butcher’s Hill area of Baltimore, Maryland. The Blue Door is the newest member of Bed and Breakfasts catering to the personal needs of Baltimore travelers. It’s close proximity to the Inner Harbor and Johns Hopkins... - February 15, 2008 - Blue Door on Baltimore

Steppes Travel Announces Late Deals on Cruise Holidays to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has announced discounted late deals on cruise holidays to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica: (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/falklands-south-georgia-and-antarctica-page2709.aspxx). Justin Wateridge, MD of Steppes Travel, commented:... - February 13, 2008 - Steppes Travel

“Make Me A Supermodel” House Added to Rich & Famous Celebrity Bus Sightseeing Tour of New York

“Make Me A Supermodel” House Added to Rich & Famous Celebrity Bus Sightseeing Tour of New York

Rich & Famous Tours has added the location of the New York City townhouse used on the current Bravo reality show Make Me A Supermodel and placed it on the “insider’s” tour of the Big Apple. The highly rated reality show is hosted by Nikki Taylor and Tyson Beckford. - February 12, 2008 - Rich and Famous Tours

Avis Invests to Strengthen Its Position in Southern Africa Car Hire Market

Avis South Africa has grown its share of the car hire market over the past 6 months and expects to retain this share and continue to grow at the mid teens through 2008. - February 11, 2008 - Avis Southern Africa

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