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Marco Polo: A New Journey of Discovery

Marco Polo is setting out on a new journey of discovery this year as it expands its network in Asia and ramps up its marketing under a new global partnership. - February 12, 2007 - Marco Polo Hotels

Blooming of Tulips in Holland Reflect a Shift in the Collective Interests of European Travelers

Based on statistics from the first week of February, world travelers are ready to shed wintertime activities and stop to smell the flowers as Holland's tulips bursts into bloom. - February 12, 2007 - EuroBookings.com

Mexico’s Carnival, Fiesta Forever

It’s more than just beads… - February 12, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board

“Where is My Luggage?”

Were you one of the unlucky travelers caught in the pre-Christmas blizzard that dumped over 2 feet of snow on Denver International Airport, shutting it down for two days, and stranding 4,700 passengers and snarling holiday travel around the country? If so, believe it or not, you may have been one... - February 09, 2007 - The Luggage Club

For Sweet Hearts Only: A Romantic Valentine's Day Escape at a Clothing Optional Resort

For those romantic occasions like Valentine's Day, anniversaries, and birthdays, you need to have the perfect memorable gift. There is no better way to celebrate your love for each other than giving the gift of time together, by taking a relaxing fun vacation. And staying at nudist resorts like The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa located in sunny Palm Springs, CA is the perfect choice in vacations. - February 08, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa

Funpass Launches the Ultimate Girl’s Party in Toronto Feb 22

Funpass, a Vancouver-based event planning company known for their wildly popular pampering parties, has finally arrived in Toronto! On February 22, 2007, Funpass will launch Toronto’s first ultimate girl’s night out event called the Frazzled to Dazzled Pamper Party. Frazzled to... - February 08, 2007 - Funpass

UVIC Student Gives Control of His Life to Website Visitors

A University of Victoria student is embarking on a journey of a lifetime - suggested and voted on by Internet users around the world. - February 08, 2007 - Jeremy David

Barcelona Hotel Reservation Numbers Spike in Light of Carnival as Travelers Seek Reasons to Party

EuroBookings.com, a leading European travel planning company specializing in discount hotel reservations, reports a steady increase in Barcelona hotel reservations with the fast approaching ‘Carnival in Barcelona.’ - February 08, 2007 - EuroBookings.com

Promote with Travel Launches New Website

In an effort to help companies use travel incentives for more successful promotions, Promote With Travel opens up new Flash website. - February 07, 2007 - Free Vacation Incentives

South Africa's Cape Town Gains Notice as Africa's Most Beautiful and Diverse City - a Favorite Destination for Tourists

Thanks to more affordable travel, improving political conditions, and widening media coverage, South Africa, Africa is becoming the new "hot spot" for tourists from North America, Europe, and Asia. Chief among South Africa's most popular vacation destinations is South Africa's Cape Town. - February 06, 2007 - SA-Venues.com

Global Hotel Alliance Welcomes Seventh Member, Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts

The six Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) partners Kempinski, Omni, Pan Pacific, Dusit, Landis and Marco Polo are delighted to welcome Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts as their seventh member. - February 06, 2007 - Marco Polo Hotels

NFN Travel Launches a Nudist Vacation Club

Brought to you by NFN Travel International, the Club NFN Network will provide a free meeting place for nudists, naturists, and those interested in the clothing optional vacation experience. - February 06, 2007 - NFN Travel International

Sentias Booking Server Partnership a Win-Win for Tour Operators and Flight Centre

Sentias Software Corp. is excited to announce that it has solidified a marketing agreement that will allow members of the Booking Server Fully Hosted Reservation System to distribute their products through the Flight Centre network of over 1500 stores and websites worldwide. "This is a... - February 06, 2007 - Rezgo

New Mega Travel Site Geared Towards Military, Veterans and Family, is Changing Industry

MilitaryTicket.com is a new mega travel site that they feel is going to change the industry by providing super low fares to military, veterans and family, totally over 40 million people. - February 05, 2007 - MilitaryTicket.com

D.C. & Co. to Host Valentines Benefit Party for The Milagro House. Not Just for Couples, for Everyone That Loves.

D.C & Co. and The Milagro House will be hosting a Valentines benefit party (not just for couples) For everyone that loves! At the Lancaster Elks Lodge 219 N. Duke St. Lancaster, PA on Feb. 10th from 9pm – 1am. Tickets are $10. adv. $12 at door and are available at Valentino’s Café & the Alley Kat. A night of live music and dancing, hosted by D.C. & Co. w/special guests (Clarence Spady) Cash bar, 50-50 drawings, and food will be available. Full Dining will be available in the Elks dining room, prior to the event by reservation only. Please call 717 397-7704. - February 05, 2007 - D.C. & Co.

Popular European Discount Travel Planning Company Now Offers Online Support in 13 Languages

Eurobookings.com, a popular European travel planning company specializing in discount hotel reservations, shows commitment to its diverse customer base by offering translation of its website in 12 new languages. - February 05, 2007 - EuroBookings.com

Johnny Chan to Create Poker Hotels Worldwide

5th Street - The World's First Poker Hotel to open in 2007 - February 03, 2007 - Rogue Hospitality

Nearly 50% Cruise Savings Revealed on Boston-to-Bermuda Cruises by SureCruise.com Tattletale

Your spies inside major cruise lines’ pricing departments have just updated the Cruise Price Cut Tattletale at SureCruise.com with savings of nearly 50% on suite accommodations for Norwegian Cruise Line’s seven-night Bermuda cruises, departing Boston throughout the month of September. - February 02, 2007 - SureCruise.com

Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative to Reduce Mexico’s Tourism Revenues by a Scant 2.2 Percent This Year

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), which now requires air travelers returning to the United States from Mexico to show a valid passport, is expected to reduce Mexico’s international tourism revenues by only 2.2 percent this year, Tourism Secretary Rodolfo Elizondo said. - February 02, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board

Steppes Travel Announces Release of On Location February 2007

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces release of On Location February 2007. On Location for February contains accounts of recent trips to Antarctica, Botswana, Cuba, Golden Ring in Russia, Madagascar, Sudan and Syria and Jordan. Justin Wateridge, MD of Steppes Travel,... - February 02, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel Announces Release of Journey Ideas Spring 2007

Steppes Travel announces release of Journey Ideas Spring 2007, their quarterly Newsletter. Articles in this issue include Madagascar, Venezuela and Malaysia. Justin Wateridge, MD of Steppes Travel, commented, “We are very pleased to release our latest Journey Ideas Newsletter providing our... - February 01, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Indian Holidays – Steppes Travel Announces 2007 Offers

Steppes Travel announces new escorted tour to India. - February 01, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel Announces the Launch of their Latest Digital Newsletter for Spring 2007

Steppes Travel announces the launch of their latest Digital Newsletter for Spring 2007. Articles in this newsletter include Madagascar, Venezuela and Malaysia. - February 01, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Carnival and Valentine with ARTEH® Help Childcare Institution

ARTEH® - Hotels and Resorts starts 2007 with a distinctive alliance, in the Tourism Industry, with the Childcare Institution Ajuda de Berço. Your reservation helps children in need. - January 31, 2007 - ARTEH - Hotels and Resorts

Caribe Island Resort Becomes One of Only a Handful of Belizean Resorts to Provide Free Wireless Internet

Guests of Caribe Island Resort in Belize can now enjoy free wireless Internet access throughout the grounds of the resort. - January 30, 2007 - Caribe Island Resort

Nordic eMarketing Announces the Launch of Hotel Keflavik’s New Web Site, www.hotelkeflavik.is

Nordic eMarketing, the leading internet marketing and search engine optimization company in Iceland, is pleased to announce the launch of a new web site for Hotel Keflavik. - January 30, 2007 - Nordic eMarketing

Top Ten Reasons to Tell if You are Becoming a Nudist

Vacationing at nudist resorts is the fastest growing trend in the travel industry according to Forbes Magazine. Staying at nudist resorts is the most fun travel experience you will ever have. One resort in particular, the popular Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa located in sunny Palm Springs, CA is a major reason everyone wants to try nude sunbathing. Once you have vacationed at a nude hotel, you will be hooked and will never want to stay at another boring chain hotel again. - January 29, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa

International Traveler Offers Advice for Those Who Want to Simplify Life and Travel the World

For most of his life, Dr. Otto Weizman traveled the world, but not as a tourist. Weizman's non-stop globe trotting was part of his job running an international business.Eventually, Weizman got tired of living out of a suitcase and meeting constant deadlines. What followed was a system for... - January 28, 2007 - Simplify Life Now

Istanbul’s Exclusive Boutique Hotel, Sumahan on the Water, Affiliates with Epoque Hotels

Sumahan On the Water, a jewel to Istanbul’s vacation sites, joins the Epoque Hotels team. - January 27, 2007 - Epoque Hotels

Scuba Travel - Explosive Growth - California Great White Sharks

San Diego shark diving fleet faces unprecedented growth in White Shark Eco-Tourism. - January 26, 2007 - Shark Diver

Explore & Relive 300 Years of History in Just One Square Mile

Spring/Summer 2007 - Attention-grabbing tales, Spirits of the Green wandering in period clothing, significant American history, fun-filled family events years-round, beautiful city surrounded by rich, green farmland, easy to traverse, coastal beaches less than 30 minutes away, tax-free shopping, first-rate travel destination for everyone– The First Heritage Park at Dover, Delaware. - January 24, 2007 - First State Heritage Park

The Official Version of the Timeshare Products & Services Directory Has Now Been Launched

After six months of tests in its basic form and generating more than 1,200 business to business enquiries and click thrus, www.timeshareproductsandservices.com has now been re-launched in its official form in readiness for the first print version which is being released at the upcoming ARDA... - January 24, 2007 - Timeshare Staff Ltd

Travel Assist Network Launches Global Insurance Plans for Travelers

Company Will Offer Direct Travel Insurance Globally - January 23, 2007 - Travel Assist Network

Magnetic Connectors Improve Audio Quality for Airline Passengers

Magnetic connectors remove the frustrations passengers experience with erratic audio connections on airline entertainment systems. Airlines save money through reduced maintenance expense and reduced expenditure on headphones for passengers. - January 23, 2007 - Herculeze Connectors

Get Me Out of Here! Beat Blue Monday with an Escape to the Real World

Meaningful travel provider i-to-i launches unique cultural tours to get to the very heart of some of the world's most exciting destinations. - January 20, 2007 - i-to-i

China Holidays – Steppes Travel Announces 2007 Offers

Steppes Travel announces new escorted tour to China. - January 20, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Travelweaver.Net Improves the Performance and Delivers Better Quality for Travelers

TravelWeaver.net -- vacation rental and travel web site -- moved to new hosting provider and boosted the performance and increased the quality of service. - January 20, 2007 - TravelWeaver.net

E-Learning, Blended Learning and German Lessons

The use of electronic media for learning German or for learning another foreign language is seen very narrow. But since Language learning software becomes more and more popular, classic print materials look towards stormy times. In E- learning German language courses for instance, one assumes... - January 19, 2007 - Admovi GmbH, Prosonsoft

Southern Mexico - Steppes Travel Announces New Escorted Tour to Southern Mexico

Steppes Travel are one of only a few travel companies to organise tours to spectacular country. - January 19, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Uzbekistan, A Journey Along the Silk Route - Steppes Travel Announces New Escorted Tour to Uzbekistan

Steppes Travel are one of only a few travel companies to organise tours to spectacular country. - January 19, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Icy Weather Prompts Record AccuWeather.com®

Mobile Users Turn to Wireless Weather Leader During Crippling Storm - January 19, 2007 - AccuWeather, Inc.

Epoque Hotels Opens the New Year with 270 Exclusive Boutique Hotels in its Portfolio

At the onset of 2007, the unique collection of avant-garde, trendy-chic, and luxury-classic boutique hotels of the American representation company grows to 270 properties. - January 18, 2007 - Epoque Hotels

Living Waters Spa Honored with National Travel Award

Living Waters Spa was chosen as a Best Hidden Gem Hotel by TripAdvisor® in its 2006 Travelers’ Choice™ awards. Now in its 5th year, the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards honor the world’s best hotels, earning their distinction from those who know them best – real travelers. - January 18, 2007 - Living Waters Spa

Epoque Hotels Announces Partnership with Hôtel Cézanne, Cannes

Hôtel Cézanne, a four-star Avantgarde Superior Hotel joins Epoque Hotels - January 17, 2007 - Epoque Hotels

Say “I Love You” with Desires Hotels’ Valentine’s Day Packages

Desires Hotels announces exclusive packages for Valentine's Day. - January 16, 2007 - Desires Hotels

EthoStream Acquires HSIA Provider Generation Wireless

EthoStream Continues Its Strategic Growth Initiatives with the Announcement of Its Acquisition of Generation Wireless - January 15, 2007 - EthoStream, LLC

EthoStream Hospitality Network Available to iPass Enterprise Customers

EthoStream today announced that iPass enterprise customers may now make full use of the EthoStream Hospitality Network throughout the US and abroad. The EthoStream Hospitality Network is comprised of more than 1300 locations throughout the 50 states and 6 countries. The EthoStream... - January 15, 2007 - EthoStream, LLC