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Luxury Travel Vietnam Got a Trust Certificate
Trust Earned Travel Seal Holder Certificates Luxury Travel Co., Ltd as a luxury inbound tour in Indochina and zero complaint. - February 03, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel at AIME, Melbourn, Australia
Luxury Travel will be present at AIME from 17th Feb to 18th Feb 2009 in Melbourn Australia. - February 03, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Wins Vietnam’s Best Service Awards 2008
The Vietnam’s first luxury tour company Luxury Travel has been presented on Saturday 17 Jan 2009 in Hanoi Opera House with a Vietnam's Best Service Awards 2008 from the Ministry of Trade and Industry o Vietnam. - February 02, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel to Launch Tours to Single Travelers to Indochina
Luxury Travel, a Hanoi based tour company has just launched tours to upscale singles travelers to Vietnam and South East Asia Countries. - February 02, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Timeshare Relief Sponsors Complimentary “I Want Out” Seminars About the Timeshare Resale Market to be Held in Six States February 6-9, 2009
The “I Want Out” complimentary seminars by Timeshare Relief, Inc. will focus on the timeshare resale market. Seminars will be held in six states (GA, FL, CA, UT, IN, and TX) February 6-9, 2009. These seminars will reveal many facts and tactics used in the timeshare resale industry. 3rd party documentation will be provided. - February 01, 2009 - Timeshare Relief
Great Hotels Organisation Predicts GDS Trends During the Economic Slowdown
According to research carried out by Great Hotels Organisation (http://www.ghorg.com), a global hotel sales and marketing company, the first half of 2008 saw healthy growth for Global Distribution Systems (GDS) room nights and average daily rate (ADR). However, since June, room nights have fallen and, since October, ADR has also fallen. This downward trend is set to continue into 2009. - January 31, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Value-Minded Families Hot for Adventure Travel Should Cool Their Heels in America’s National Parks
Leading Small Group Tour Operator Austin-Lehman Adventures Offers Top Five Time and Money Saving Family Adventures for This Summer. - January 31, 2009 - Austin Lehman Adventure
One Flat Rate for a Week of Fun at Paradise Ranch - an All-Inclusive Western Experience
Put away the wallet upon arrival at Paradise Ranch because it won’t be needed for a full seven days. At this western wilderness retreat in the Big Horn Mountains of northern Wyoming, all activities, meals and lodging are included in one flat fee. This makes for an affordable, carefree vacation filled with wholesome fun, good food, and comfortable accommodations. - January 31, 2009 - Paradise Ranch
Luxury Travel to Launch Unique Package to Sapa and Bac Ha Sunday Market
The region offers some of Vietnam’s most colourful experiences. - January 31, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Africa: the Most Romantic Setting for Engagements, Weddings and Honeymoons Rothschild Safaris Creates Romantic African Safaris in Preparation for Valentine's Day
Romance can be found among the waves of the Indian Ocean, across the planes of the Serengeti and to the far reaches of the Zambezi River. Whether couples are looking to propose, tie the knot or commemorate their nuptials, Africa can be the perfect destination for any passionate escape. Expert travel specialist Leora Rothschild, president of Rothschild Safaris (http://www.rothschildsafaris.com), has custom created various romantic itineraries designed around Valentine's Day Feb. 2009. - January 31, 2009 - Rothschild Safaris
Passenger Lift Specialist PDERS Launches New Website
London based passenger lift specialist has launched a new website. - January 31, 2009 - PDERS Lifts
Paradizo Launches a Portal to Promote Luxury Vacation Rentals and Yacht Charters
Paradizo (http://www.paradizo.com) is designed to provide a new advertising channel for Luxury Travel companies looking to reach the affluent market and promote their luxury vacation rentals, yacht charters, residence and destination clubs, private jet travels or concierge services. - January 31, 2009 - Paradizo Exclusive Travel
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Kicks Off 2009 with More Top Awards
Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been chosen as a Best Luxury Hotel in the World & Best Luxury Hotel in the South Pacific by TripAdvisor® in its 2009 Travelers’ Choice awards. Now in its seventh year, the TripAdvisors Travelers’ Choice awards honour the world’s best hotels,... - January 30, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Raymond Vineyards Partners with Asian Art Museum
Raymond Vineyards is pleased to announce their new partnership with the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, CA. Raymond is the official wine sponsor for the Museum’s private donor lounge, The Peterson Room, and their Napa Valley Reserve Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon will be poured at the... - January 30, 2009 - Raymond Vineyards
Family Owned Ashmore Palms Holiday Village on Australia's Gold Coast Wins a Top-10 Place in 3 Categories of the 2009 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards
Ashmore Palms Holiday Village, a family owned and operated holiday village on Australia's Gold Coast, has been awarded 3 awards in TripAdvisor's Traveller's Choice Awards - in the Best for Families, Hidden Gems and Best Bargain Categories. Only a handful of Australian accommodation properties were awarded in the Awards and Ashmore Palms was the only Gold Coast contingent. - January 30, 2009 - Ashmore Palms Holiday Village
Cruise Specialists Picks Top Five Most Captivating Overland Shore Excursions for 2009
The award winning luxury cruise agency selects favorites around the world. - January 30, 2009 - Cruise Specialists
Luxury Travel Guarantee Bespoke Dream Holiday in South East Asia Within 24 Hours
Luxury Travel is Asia's First Luxury Tour Company. Luxury Travel’s (http://www.LuxuryTravelVietnam.com) belief that travel experiences are not “one size fits all,” but are instead very personal, with each aspect tailor made to specific tastes and preferences within 24... - January 30, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
New for 2009 - the Fazendin Portfolio Announces New Webinar Series for Travel Trade
The Fazendin Portfolio, industry leader in travel industry representation, marketing and public relations for Africa’s top destinations, today announced a new webinar series set to educate travel agents and tour operators about timely news relating to travel to Africa. - January 30, 2009 - The Fazendin Portfolio, LLC
HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein Officially Opens Dubai Planetarium
Royal Opening of Global Immersion System Installed by Planetarium Staff. - January 30, 2009 - Global Immersion
Compass Rose Cruise Planners Announces New Disney Specialist
Carol Garza-Thompson joins an elite group of travel industry professionals who have attained a special knowledge of the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and Disney Cruise Line. - January 30, 2009 - Compass Rose Cruise Planners
Start-Up Media Company Itechpoint, Inc. Launched AmericanPortal.com
After significant success with GetBestCoupons.com, start-up media company Itechpoint, Inc. has launched AmericanPortal.com. - January 29, 2009 - Americanportal.com
Sevierville's Sleep Inn Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Sleep Inn in Sevierville has been awarded the 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. - January 29, 2009 - Sleep Inn
The Theme Park Guy Launches His New Website
The Theme Park Guy has a global mission: to visit every theme park on the planet. On his new website www.thethemeparkguy.com fans of roller coasters and jaw-dropping rides will find in-depth reviews, photos and video reports of the world's amusement parks, all personally visited by The Theme Park... - January 28, 2009 - The Theme Park Guy
Porta-Putter Cuts Your Putter in Half, But for a Good Cause
New Southern California golf company presents an innovative way to travel with your favorite putter. - January 28, 2009 - Porta-Putter
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) Expands EMEA Quality Assurance Program
IHG has partnered with LRA Worldwide on a comprehensive quality assurance evaluation program for all of its properties and brands in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. LRA consultants will visit upwards of 650 properties either one or two times annually in order to help IHG deliver the desired guest experience. - January 28, 2009 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Happy Hour is Back at Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Arnie’s Pub, and it is once again serving up variety of drink specials including cocktails, beer and wine, as well as offering a 20% off the entire bar menu seven days a week. - January 26, 2009 - Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Devane's Old Town Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening
Located in the heart of La Quinta, Devane's Old Town Restaurant hosted its official grand opening to a packed house of local leaders and invited guests. - January 26, 2009 - Devane’s
Happi House Restaurants Fight Tough Economy with Introduction of New Snack Meals
Bay Area Asian fast casual chain enjoys sales growth in a bad economy; credited to the introduction of new lower-priced snack foods. - January 26, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Red Bluff's Lamplighter Lodge Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Lamplighter Lodge has earned a 3 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. Lamplighter Lodge becomes one of 1st lodging properties in Red Bluff, CA to... - January 26, 2009 - Lamplighter Lodge
The Independence Visitor Center Announces William Moore, President and CEO, Will Step Down
After serving as the President and CEO of the Independence Visitor Center for 10 years, Bill Moore announces his departure for a new opportunity. - January 26, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Aloe-Spa Salute Per Aloe TM Launched Its Mobile Spa Services Into Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area
Aloe-Spa Salute Per Aloe TM, a franchise of signature aloe spa treatments owned by Aloetrade America LLC, launched its Mobile Spa Services into the Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area. All spa treatments are performed with pure aloe vera products. Main to be offered at South Florida include aloe massages, aloe facials, aloe wraps, aloe after sun treatments, aloe masks, and aloe body treatments among others. - January 26, 2009 - Aloetrade America LLC
‘Book First Pay Later’ – PlentyRooms.com Introduces Path Breaking Approach to Online Hotel Bookings
New discount hotel booking site offers travelers one of the widest range of hotel options in all the major travel destinations worldwide along with two payment modes for online bookings, including the novel “book now, pay later” option. With option to book air tickets and car rentals as well as buy travel insurance online, the site will be a one-stop shop for online travel booking. - January 26, 2009 - plentyRooms.com Pte Ltd
Pittsburgh's Rivers Casino Selects Advertising Agency of Record
The Geary Company, an independent Las Vegas advertising agency, has been selected as Agency of Record for Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. The casino, located on Pittsburgh's scenic North Shore, is scheduled to open in August. - January 25, 2009 - The Geary Company
CheapOair’s January $500 Travel Giveaway Contest
The CheapOair January $500 Travel Giveaway Contest is an ongoing monthly contest for our customers, which began in December 08'. To enter the contest, entrants are required to answer the challenge, “Why I deserve to win $500 in free travel from CheapOair.com,” in 200 words or less. - January 25, 2009 - CheapOair
Apex Professionals Releases Comments on ABC News' Coverage of Timeshare Scams
After years of complaints against the news and media for not running more stories about the "deep dark secrets" of the timeshare industry, Apex Professionals recognizes ABC News recent story as a step in the right direction. - January 24, 2009 - Apex Professionals
Luxury Travel Offers Deluxe Tour Package to Sapa and Bac Ha Sunday Market
Sapa and Bac Ha offer some of Vietnam's most colourful experiences. Luxury Travel offers deluxe tour package. - January 24, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Work Forges Ahead at Dare Valley Country Park - Aberdare
Work is forging ahead on the £1million improvement programme at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare which has been funded by the Welsh Assembly Government Heads of the Valleys Initiative. - January 24, 2009 - Rhondda Cynon Taf Tourism Unit
44th Presidential Inaugural Festivity Organizations Employed Avocado Security’s Pioneering Video Surveillance + Business Intelligence Software
Avocado Security’s Video Surveillance Monitoring Technology Rallies Into History with Continuity of Operation for Inauguration 2009 Festivity Organizations. - January 24, 2009 - Avocado Security
"Oh-Barcelona.com" Guarantees Legality of All Its Holiday Apartments in Barcelona
Following further closures of illegal tourist apartments in Barcelona, the 9-year old booking portal “Oh-Barcelona.com” guarantees its customers that all its Barcelona apartments are fully licensed for tourist rentals. - January 23, 2009 - Open House Spain
Galavanting Productions Welcomes Marketing Consultant Maren Hogan
Galavanting Productions, LLC, the travel media company behind GoGalavanting.com, Galavanting TV and Travelblogexchange.com recently optioned Maren Hogan, social media and marketing consultant to assist with its overall brand strategy and advertising sales division. Following her arrival,... - January 23, 2009 - Galavanting Productions, LLC
Surrey Marquee Hire Company Launches New Wedding Marquee Package and Bar Hire Facilities to Beat Economic Downturn
Tom Longhurst, MD of Out Is In marquee hire describes the new ‘Chinese Hat’ marquee added to the range and why a new wedding service and contemporary bar facilities will make all the difference in the challenging year ahead. - January 23, 2009 - Out Is In
Tourism Radio Set to Barrack the Otherwise Silent Zululand Bush
Tourism Radio has announced their plans to break their barriers and expand their local service. Beginning in May, the South African branch of the company will be operating in Kwa-Zulu Natal as well as in the Western Cape. Visitors to Kwa-Zulu Natal will then also have access to the local music,... - January 23, 2009 - Tourism Radio
Walk the Talk with Tourism Radio
Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations in the European Union and Tourism Radio has developed another product to accommodate the scores of tourists to the second largest city in Spain. Visitors can now tour the city with the help of Tourism Radio’s MP3 player. Tourism Radio is the... - January 23, 2009 - Tourism Radio
Get a Refreshing Lift and Earn $1 Per Minute with Aromatherapy Oxygen Stations by o2planet.com
Businesses looking for an additional source of revenues for their spa, hotel, tanning salon, event, or wellness center are adding O2 Planet's Aroma o2 Aromatherapy Oxygen stations. These oxygen stations can be set up anywhere to provide refreshing oxygen with aromatherapy. Charge $1 a minute, They're money making machines. - January 22, 2009 - o2 Planet, LLC
Oxygen Detoxification Station Takes Detox Spas to a Whole New Level
The latest way to fully detoxify the body is now available at www.o2planet.com Toxins in the air, water, and in our food can make the body system sluggish. Excess fat and cellulite can develop as a result of toxins that cannot be released. The Oxygen Detoxification Station produces gentle sweating with infrared and o2/o3 steam to pull the toxins out, leaving skin soft and moisturized. Clients rave about the benefits of this revoltionary spa capsule. - January 22, 2009 - o2 Planet, LLC
World Dryer Corporation Introduces New Cover and Recessing Kit for Popular AirForce Hand Dryer
Leading electric hand dryer manufacturer World Dryer® Corporation has added new options to the popular and revolutionary Airforce™ model hand dryer. These new options offer more choices to customers, enabling installation and use of the Airforce™ in a number of new locations. - January 22, 2009 - World Dryer Corporation
EDA Soon Offers e-DMC: a Free Web-Based DMC Service for Meeting and Event Planners
E-DestinAccess (EDA) provides a solution to the growing economical and technological needs of meeting professionals and suppliers by launching in the first quarter of 2009, e-DMC, a Free Web-based DMC Service for Meeting and Event Planners. E-DMC is a SaaS (Software as a service) that directly... - January 22, 2009 - e-destinACCESS.com
Valentine’s Day Dine Under the Stars at Puccini Restaurant, Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Celebrate this special evening with the one you love at Phuket’s finest Italian restaurant, Puccini. Enjoy an extravagant 5 course set dinner menu in a stunning poolside setting under a canopy of stars. Love at Puccini 14th February 2009 from 6pm Exclusive Valentine’s dinner... - January 22, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Cozumel Government Partners with Elated Worldwide Group in Plans to Develop and Build First Amusement Park in Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel looks to ensure its place in the tourist trade by partnering with Elated Worldwide Group Corporation of San Diego California on this project. “Mayan Adventures,” will be built on 60 acres in one of the top tourist destinations in Mexico. The conceptual master plan is currently being developed in two phases, with the initial ground breaking in spring of 2009. - January 22, 2009 - Elated Worldwide Group Corporation
JourneyKenya.com Today Launched Adventure ‘Un-Cut’ a Compilation of the Most Stunning Photography of Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Kenya
JourneyKenya.com, the first online booking and payment service for luxury hotels and boutiques in Kenya, today launched Adventure ‘Un-Cut’. Featuring captivating photography of iconic properties in Kenya. Music is by Soul Groove Unlimited. - January 22, 2009 - Journey Kenya