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VisaCenter.ca Resumes Expedited Processing of Visa Applications to Russia
Russian visa applications may now be expedited for Canadians. - February 20, 2009 - RCTC Corporation
Asiana Travel Mate "Cleans Up the Zoo"
On 14 February, Asiana Travel Mate (ATM), one of local leading Tour Operators, together with thousands of couples in Vietnam celebrated Valentine’s Day, yet, in its very own way. The company wanted to show its responsibility to society and environment by organising environmental awareness... - February 20, 2009 - Asiana Travel Mate Vietnam Tours
G.A.P Adventures Named Finalist for Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
G.A.P Adventures is pleased to announce that it is a finalist for the World Travel & Tourism Council's (WTTC) Tourism for Tomorrow awards in the Global Tourism Business category. - February 20, 2009 - G Adventures
Kids and Teens Learn to Sail Free
Offshore Sailing School announced today a new value-packed bonding experience for families up to six at savings of more than 60%. This five-day Florida getaway is available on new bookings for select weeks now through September 27, 2009 at Hawk's Cay Resort in the Florida Keys. - February 20, 2009 - Offshore Sailing School
Destination Weddings: the Guilt-Free Getaway--Wedding Guests Are a Bright Spot for Beleaguered Travel Industry
While the bleak economy continues to take a bite out of the travel industry, the forecast for destination wedding travel is looking up. The most recent travel survey conducted by Bridal Guide magazine reported that almost 30% of readers are planning or considering a destination wedding (higher than... - February 20, 2009 - Bridal Guide Magazine
Who Will be 2009 Travel Pub Quiz Champions? Will Anyone be Able to Triumph Over the Geniuses at Hotels.com?
The Family Holiday Association and ABTA Greater London Region are calling for travel companies to sign up to compete on 18 March in London in the annual Travel Pub Quiz held in aid of the holiday charity that gives a break to disadvantaged children. In 2008, the Hotels.com Wake Up Happy! Team... - February 20, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
Asia's First Luxury Tour Operator Offers Chic Travel Experience to Angkor Temples Cambodia
The company has just launched a new luxury tour "Luxuries on the Majestic Angkor Cambodia 4 days." - February 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Meeting Incentive Conference Exhibition to See Growth in Siem Riep Cambodia
Luxury Travel has just launched a MICE Department and Specializes in Planning and Organizing Incentive Trips and the Company Spokesperson Says Meeting Incentive Conference Exhibition Sees Growth in Siem Riep Cambodia. - February 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Berwick Travel Announces 2008 Pinnacle Award Winning Resorts
The agency's seven top resorts are awarded with the exclusive Pinnacle Award for outstanding service, staff, and amenities. Eleven additional "Best Of" awards also announced. - February 19, 2009 - Berwick Travel
Luxury Travel Targets Australian Tourists
After increasing growth in the Australian market, Luxury Travel is looking for tour operators and sets to open the company first sales office in Australia. Luxury Travel is an internationally renowned, award-winning travel company spanning Indochina, with three offices throughout Vietnam, and... - February 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxuries on a Budget Announced by Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator
The Luxury Travel Vietnam Company has just launched a new luxury tour “Vietnam’s Heritage and Cultural Tour 11 days” with one night bonus and 10% Discount. Luxury Travel, Vietnam’s first luxury tour company, continues to create niche tourism products for high end travelers,... - February 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Current American Hotel & Lodging Chairman Joe Martin and His Wife Pam to be Inducted Into the Hospitality Hall of Fame at OSU
Current American Hotel & Lodging Chairman Joe Martin and his wife Pam to be inducted into the Hospitality Hall of Fame for the School of Hotel and Restaurant Administration at Oklahoma State University. - February 19, 2009 - Oklahoma State University
Last Minute Offers to the World’s Biggest and Most Extraordinary Carnival Celebrations in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador da Bahia
Book now with Intelligent Leisure Solutions and the Discover.Travel Group to take part in Brazil’s 2009 Carnival Celebrations in luxury Hotels in Rio and Salvador. - February 19, 2009 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Epicurean Ways Brings Spanish Olive Oil Tasting to the Boston Globe Travel Show
Spain culinary travel specialist Epicurean Ways will present a Spanish olive oil tasting session at the Taste for Travel Culinary Presentations taking place at the Boston Globe Travel Show on February 21, 2009. - February 18, 2009 - Epicurean Ways
St. Augustine Named a Top 10 Destination by American Express
St. Augustine has been named by American Express as one of the ten “surprising, exciting, and cutting-edge places” in the world where Americans can enjoy one of their favorite travel pastimes. - February 18, 2009 - St. Augustine Visitors & Conventions Bureau
Charity Seeks Holiday Donations for National Online Auction Event
The charity Family Holiday Association is appealing to travel companies to donate holidays to be auctioned in national online event Holiday2Help, to be held on www.buyoncegivetwice.co.uk in March 2009. The donated holidays will be auctioned to the public, with the winners taking the holiday, the... - February 18, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
Fishermen’s Lodge Opens to a Full House on New Year
Already getting rave reviews from its high profile guests, this lovely 12 bed room lodge is an ideal getaway for families, couples and travelers taking a break from their hectic routine. The very personalized Fishermen’s Lodge is getting noticed for the comfort and food that it offers as... - February 18, 2009 - The Fishermens Lodge
Karine Hannah Collaborates with Songwriter/Producer Ayhan Sahin on New Release "Karine" - Release Streets Globally Jan. 27 on Young Pals Music
In all, "Karine" hearkens a bygone era where an album was designed to serve up the full spectrum of an artist's ability—instead of so many gimmick-driven, pinhole-targeted acts that drive today's marketplace. Hannah's versatility is her trump, imbued with innate celestial talent and consummate emotive fervor. Aligned with these dozen-plus sing-along treasures, here is a project whose stamp is utterly timeless. - February 17, 2009 - Young Pals Music
50 Greatest Love Songs
The Internet radio station MartiniintheMorning.com counted down the 50 most romantic songs on Valentine’s Day, February 14th 2009. "The Way You Look Tonight,” landed in the top spot in MartiniInTheMorning.com’s annual poll. The station played 3 different interpretations of the song in three different countdowns. - February 17, 2009 - Standard Media Group
2009 Cuba May Day Tour
Cuba Education Tours announces its 2009 Cuba May Day Tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Revolution. This unique tour will run from Saturday 25 April to Saturday 2 May, 2009 -- eight incredible days to witness the island's stellar cultural and social achievements and join hands with... - February 17, 2009 - Cuba Education Tours
Sol Meliá and LRA Worldwide Partner on Hotel Brand Equity Initiative
Sol Meliá, the 15th-largest hotel chain in the world, has selected LRA Worldwide to assist with the "brand equity" of its Strategic Plan presented to investors in Madrid last year. LRA, a pioneer in the consulting discipline of Customer Experience Management, is working with Sol Meliá to further define each brand offering and how that offering is delivered at the property level. - February 17, 2009 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
In Dubai Even Lunch Breaks Are Different
Office workers from Hult International Business School queued up at Jumeirah Beach Residence yesterday to take a 45-metre bungee jump on what proved to be an office lunch break with a difference. “We wanted to take a break from the traditional working lunch and liven up the... - February 16, 2009 - Hult International Business School
Cheaper Ticket Prices Announced at cheaperticketprices.com
CheaperTicketPrices.com has officially opened it's doors to would be travelers around the globe. Offering easier travel booking and the lowest travel fares available. - February 16, 2009 - Cheaper Ticket Prices
Vietnam’s First Luxury Tour Operator Creates Niche Vacation Options
Luxury Travel, Vietnam’s first luxury tour company, continues to create niche tourism products for high end travelers, the company has just launched a new luxury tour "Vietnam Classic Tour 9 days" with one night free of charge at luxury Sofitel Metropole Hanoi. The Luxury Travel... - February 16, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Glenwood Hot Springs Announces New Spa and Lodging Packages
With the launch of the brand new Spa of the Rockies, Glenwood Hot Springs now offers a variety of rejuventating vacation packages. - February 15, 2009 - Glenwood Hot Springs
Timeshare Resale Offers to Purchase Way Up This Year Says Stroman Realty
Even in a tough market like this, Stroman, as a licensed timeshare resale broker, strives to maintain the highest price possible for its sellers and still manages a very good value for its buyers. Stroman has resold and closed over $100,000,000 in timeshare resales for individual timeshare owners and is the world’s largest licensed timeshare reseller network. - February 15, 2009 - Stroman Realty Inc
G.A.P Adventures Announces Australia Bushfire Appeal
G.A.P Adventures, a world leader in adventure travel, is sending out an appeal asking for donations which will go towards supporting Australia's communities affected by the bushfires. - February 15, 2009 - G Adventures
Travel to England Inspired by Stronger Dollar
Costs are decreasing and interest is increasing for travel to England, due to the strengthening of the U.S. Dollar. Image Tours is passing these savings onto travelers with an $800 per couple discount on select departures of their 16-Day, escorted tour visiting England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. For more details, including air and land inclusive pricing from over 200 cities, visit www.imagetours.com. - February 15, 2009 - Image Tours, Inc.
Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator Introduces New Luxury Romance packages
Luxury Travel Introduces New Romance Holiday Packages to Couples with Cherished Moments in Vietnam. - February 14, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
A Little Chinese New Year Cheer to Old Folk
Old folks at the Rumah Sejahtera Melaka Tengah Paya Ikan in Bukit Baru, were recently had a joyous Chinese New Year celebration organized by Renaissance Caring Club, Renaissance Melaka Hotel. Renaissance Caring Club continued with this spirit to serve the community during Chinese New Year by... - February 14, 2009 - Renaissance Melaka Hotel
Southern Africa Direct Sees Rise in Luxury Holiday and Honeymoon Bookings to Africa
For a long time Africa has been perceived as a holiday destination for the adventurous and hardy only; but the continent is increasingly being seen as a luxury destination and romantic getaway. - February 14, 2009 - Southern Africa Direct
Michelle Obama and Gant Travel Management Share Common Goal - Supporting Military Families
Gant’s 'Alliance of Veteran Business Travelers' shares the same core beliefs as Michelle Obama when it comes to supporting military families. - February 13, 2009 - Gant Travel Management
G.A.P Adventures Celebrates Darwin’s Birthday with New Galapagos Cruise Options
G.A.P Adventures, the world’s leading small group adventure tour operator, announces an expansion of its Galapagos cruises with the release of two new programs: a budget nine-day ‘Galapagos on a Shoestring’ trip and the introduction of the ‘GAP Adventurer VI’, a... - February 13, 2009 - G Adventures
Discover Hanoi by the Old Vintage Citroën Ride Experience with Luxury Travel Vietnam
Luxury Travel Vietnam, an Award Winning Luxury Tour Company Has Just Launched a Half Day Afternoon Hanoi City Tour on the Old Vintage Citroën. Luxury Travel continues creating innovative and niche tour package by offering a unique half day afternoon city tour in its Vintage Citroën to... - February 13, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Companies Can Trust Gant Travel Management in a Crisis
Gant’s BOVINE tracking system was first to contact clients after emergency plane landing in the the Hudson River. - February 12, 2009 - Gant Travel Management
Great Hotels of the World Announces New Members
Great Hotels Organisation is pleased to announce two new member hotels in the UK and Greece. - February 12, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
2009 Running of the Bulls Travel Packages Available as San Fermin Bull Ranches Announced
The eight bull ranches providing toros bravos for the bullfights and bull runs have been announced in Pamplona, Spain. Ludus Tours can provide accommodations and tours to those seeking adventure at the Running of the Bulls. - February 12, 2009 - Ludus Tours
Luxury Travel to Launch "Discover the Mekong Delta in Style" from Saigon
Luxury Travel Vietnam to Launch "Discover the Mekong Delta in Style." - February 11, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
African Safari Club Launches Online Booking
African Safari Club’s new online booking facility is now live. In just six easy steps, customers can book Nile Cruises aboard the M.S. Da Vinci or M.S. Fleurette and Kenya Holidays staying at one of African Safari Club's six hotels. - February 11, 2009 - African Safari Club
Black Diamond Hospitality Selects Aqua Hotels & Resorts to Operate Diamond Wailea Resort & Spa on Maui
Addition of the all-suite resort represents Aqua’s expansion beyond Waikiki Black Diamond Hospitality Investments LLC of Honolulu has selected Aqua Hotels & Resorts to manage the 72-room, all-suite Diamond Wailea Resort & Spa. Located in the exclusive Wailea Resort on Maui’s... - February 11, 2009 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts
Just Announced: New Online Directory for the Meetings and Events Industry
Interactive, online buyers' guide provides one-stop access to hotels, destinations and meeting and event service providers. - February 10, 2009 - PlannerWire.com
Visitor Quick Guide Makes Getting Around New York City Like a Local Super Easy; Claim a 'Free' Copy Today by Visiting postcardsfromnewyork.com
Postcards from New York's free quick-guide, "New York Get There 1-2-3," helps tourists and residents get around the "Big Apple" effortlessly so they can enjoy more of NYC’s many attractions. - February 10, 2009 - The Cable Group
Dominican Republic Travel Site Launches New Hotel Section
PuertoPlata.com provides tourists with "insider" knowledge. - February 10, 2009 - PuertoPlata.com
Luxury Travellers Now Seek Greatest Value for Money in This Glocal Financial Crisis
Luxury Travel Offers Value for Money packages to Upscale Guests Travelling to Vietnam and Indochina in the Lap of Luxury. - February 10, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Rome Apartments by Rome Sweet Home Launches the Weekly Discount Program
Rome Sweet Home gives the opportunity to book a discounted holiday in Rome with the Weekly Discount Program. - February 09, 2009 - Rome Sweet Home
indochinaguides.com Focuses on Responsible Travel for All Tours in Vietnam and Indochina
Tourism is the world’s fastest growing industry. Traveling to far flung places gives travellers a wonderful opportunity to experience cultures that are so different from their own. - February 09, 2009 - Indochina Guides
Professional Roaming Solution, with Intelligent Least Cost Routing
Professional Roaming Solution for executive travellers and international cooperates as well as people going for vacations. Using Interligent Least cost routing through their smart phone solutions. - February 08, 2009 - CallGSM Global Limited
Laguna Beach's Casa Laguna Inn & Spa Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Casa Laguna Inn & Spa has earned a 4 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. - February 08, 2009 - Casa Laguna Inn & Spa
Joy-Travels.com Launches Exclusive Budget Dubai Shopping Festival Tours
Joy travels the top Online Travel portal has launched Dubai Shopping Festival Tours offer in the consequent celebratory season. - February 08, 2009 - Joy Travels Pvt Ltd
Vietnam Tourism Launches a New Motorcycling Tour with Indochinaguides.com
Discover Vietnam’s rugged and scenic northwest and its people first hand. By taking to the roads and riding from the capital Hanoi to the remote area of the northwest to see life as it truly is for the Vietnamese. Highlights include the terraced valleys of Sapa, challenging roads, stunning scenery and many different colorful minority groups. - February 08, 2009 - Indochina Guides