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Spartan Announces Fortress SATA DVD/CD Duplicators with DiscLock Copy Protection
Spartan Duplicator releases SATA-based Fortress multi-target DVD/CD duplicator with proprietary DiscLock Copy Protection technology. - December 07, 2008 - Spartan Duplicator
Conde Nast Johansens Luxury Hotel Guides Select Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina as a "Recommended Property"
Conde Nast Johansens, the international luxury hotel guide publisher, today endorsed Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, Charleston, South Carolina as a “Recommended Property” in Recommended Hotels, Inns, Resorts & Spas 2009 – The Americas, Atlantic, Caribbean & Pacific. - December 07, 2008 - Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
Divi Resorts Announces Aruba Phoenix Beach Opening
Divi Resorts recently announced a December 23, 2008, opening for the new towers currently under construction at Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach in the well-known Palm Beach area of Aruba. The expansion project includes four eight-story buildings that more the double the size of the resort. The curtain... - December 07, 2008 - Divi Resorts
Woodford Expands Footprint in South African Car Hire Industry
Woodford Car & Bakkie Hire, an award winning provider of vehicle rentals in South Africa, has extended their footprint to Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth International Airports. - December 07, 2008 - Woodford Car & Bakkie Hire
DJ iMack Spins at the After Party for St. Mary's Tribute Dinner at New York City's Gotham Hall
DJ iMack and S.D. Mack Events kicks off the holiday season of giving by providing free DJ Services for St. Mary's Tribute Dinner at New York City's Gotham Hall. - December 06, 2008 - S.D. Mack Events
Ski Swim Stay in Glenwood Springs: Classic Package, Classic Value
The whole family can ski at Sunlight Mountain Resort, swim at the world’s largest Hot Springs Pool and stay overnight in Glenwood Springs with the ever-popular Ski Swim Stay package from December 5, 2008 through April 5, 2009. One low package price includes lodging for one night, two adult lift tickets and two adult Hot Springs Pool passes and saves 10-20% if everything was booked separately. - December 06, 2008 - Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Have Baby Will Travel - Relaunches Just in Time for Winter Family Travel Planning
Website packed with information, hotel reviews, and trip reports for parents by parents, debuts great new look and a more user-friendly design. - December 06, 2008 - Have Baby Will Travel
Top 10 Free or Inexpensive Things to do at Independence Visitor Center
Listed below are a few things worth taking advantage of when you visit Independence Visitor Center. Who knew inexpensive and free could be so fun? - December 06, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Home for Travelers Voltras.net Launched
Traveling has been part of lifestyle, even one of main needs for certain people. Voltras.net was born to be a home for travelers to share their trip stories and know each other better. - December 06, 2008 - voltras travel
World's Largest Beach Directory Launched
With 9370 beaches, Wheresthebeachdude.com, is already well established as the most comprehensive and largest beach directory in the world. Travelers need only enter their address and be provided with detailed driving directions to local beaches. - December 05, 2008 - Mile By Mile Media
Costa Rica Bedfinder Consolidates Vacation Rentals at Los Suenos Golf Resort and Marina
Costa Rica Bedfinder partners with major vacation rental operators in Los Suenos Golf Resort and Marina in channeling over a hundred luxury villas and condos to independent travelers online. - December 05, 2008 - Costa Rica Bedfinder
A Palm Springs Clothing Optional Vacation is More Affordable Than Ever
Everyone is looking for ways to save money, but people still want to be pampered and have fun on their getaways. This December and January, the popular Terra Cotta Inn clothing optional resort and spa has a special room sale so you can get a great all over tan and not have to worry breaking the bank. - December 04, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Carolina Designs Realty on the Outer Banks Announces That It Will be Offering a Free Vacation Week to One Lucky Group of 2009 Guests
Carolina Designs Realty, Inc. on the Outer Banks (www.CarolinaDesigns.com), has announced that guests who reserve their vacation home by January 31, 2009 will be entered into the Early Payment Contest. The winner of the contest, who will be selected by random drawing, will have the entire amount of their vacation home rental paid for free by Carolina Designs Realty, Inc. Carolina Designs Realty, Inc. has been a leader in the Outer Banks vacation rentals business for more than 20 years. - December 04, 2008 - Carolina Designs Realty, Inc.
Grand Opening of St. Augustine’s Newest Hostel, The Bridge Street Hostel, Casa Yallaha
Here’s your chance to get to know Casa Yallaha...and a chance for Casa Yallaha to offer you money-saving accommodations during the Grand Opening. - December 04, 2008 - Casa Yallaha, LLC
Global Software Applications Acquires Full Ownership of Flight Time TV
Global Software Applications, the largest independent provider of business center solutions to the hotel world, celebrates the recent acquisition of Flight Time TV. - December 03, 2008 - Global Software Applications
New Social Networking Site to Bring Central Florida Boaters Together
BoatBrevard.com announces its official launch and plans to be the best online boater resource and connection site for Central Florida boaters. BoatBrevard.com is Brevard County's newest free online community for Brevard boaters. Find out all the hot spots, islands, and upcoming events. Get involved... - December 03, 2008 - BoatFlorida.com
Exotissimo Launches New Facebook Group for Travelers in Thailand
Exotissimo created a new Facebook group to keep travelers up-to-date on the travel situation in Thailand. - December 03, 2008 - Exotissimo Travel Group
On Waves Awarded Fleet Wide Contract with Louis Dreyfus Armateurs and Transmanche Ferries to Provide on Board GSM and Wi-Fi Connectivity
On Waves Ehf, the leading maritime mobile services provider, announced today that it has been awarded a Fleet wide contract that covers both Louis Dreyfus Lines and Transmanche Ferries. The agreement covers actual vessels and will include additional vessels in the future. On Waves services will... - December 03, 2008 - On Waves
FastBooking Partners with HotelsCombined.com
HotelsCombined.com, the world’s leading hotel price comparison search engine announced its new partnership with FastBooking, the global provider of advanced internet booking systems and e-marketing solutions for the hospitality industry. In addition, HotelsCombined.com extends this supplier... - December 03, 2008 - HotelsCombined
Universal Space Systems Continues "2008 Pre-Release Holiday Sale" of the Space Adventurer Assessment/Report
For only one more month, the only Space Tourism reference guide of its kind can be purchased at a guaranteed to never be lower pre-release price of only $1,000.00 (USD). This is $1,000 lower than the current lowest pre-release price, a 75% discount off the full price and you can take up to 1 year to pay with no payment due until July of next year. - December 01, 2008 - Universal Space Systems, LLC
A New Event for Moms
The secrets of real-life moms are now revealed. The hit stand-up comedy show, Mom's Night Out! is available for fundraisers and events. - November 30, 2008 - Mom's Night Out!
Apartments Rome Sweet Home 10th Anniversary
Apartments Rome Sweet Home, the Italy's premier company managing Apartments in Rome, celebrates 10th Anniversary with the program's launch Personal Customer Care. - November 30, 2008 - Rome Sweet Home
Metropolitan Shuttle® Wins G20 Contract in Washington, DC
Metropolitan Shuttle®, the leading source for nationwide bus charter rental services, was awarded a contract by the U.S. State Department to provide transportation services for the national and international media on Saturday, November 15, 2008 for coverage of the G-20 financial summit. - November 28, 2008 - Metropolitan Shuttle
DFRC Announces the Launch of the First WWATC Map Displaying All Live Arrivals and Departures to and from London Heathrow Airport
An innovative technology that enables the displaying of any airborne flight on an interactive world map that is easily integrated into any website. - November 28, 2008 - DFRC AG
IDL (EU) Rewarded for Another Outstanding Project
IDL (EU) Limited, Blue C’s main shareholder and the architectural force behind the luxury Whiterocks resort in Bafra, North Cyprus, recently received the distinction of seeing one of their projects recognised by the very top level of the interior design community. During last month’s... - November 27, 2008 - Blue C Developments
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A Stonebridge Companies and Starwood Hotels Partnership. - November 27, 2008 - Stonebridge Companies
Anna Maria Island Beach, Bike and Baby Rentals Now Serving Longboat Key and Siesta Key
Anna Maria Island based beach, bike and baby vacation equipment and supply rental company, Fun and More Rentals, uses online technology to reach client base and expand area of service to include Longboat Key and Siesta Key. - November 27, 2008 - Anna Maria Island Life
Luxury Honeymoon in Vietnam by Exotissimo Travel
Exotissimo Travel introduces new luxury Vietnam honeymoon package to provide couples with cherished moments in Southeast Asia. - November 26, 2008 - Exotissimo Travel Group
Maravilla Scottsdale Forms Partnership with Fairmont Scottsdale and Scottsdale Healthcare
Maravilla Scottsdale residents and their families now have the opportunity to enjoy one-of-a-kind concierge services, resort amenities, as well as access to top-rated health and wellness programs as a result of the resort retirement community’s partnerships with the Fairmont Scottsdale and... - November 25, 2008 - Maravilla Scottsdale
El Camino Trailways Named Top-100 Fastest Growing Transportation Services Company by Inc.
For two consecutive years (2006 and 2007), El Camino Trailways has been recognized for its 143% business growth rate achieved during the past two years, while the industry’s overall annual growth rate is a modest 5%. - November 25, 2008 - Trailways Transportation System, Inc.
One Key Donates Luxury Travel Vacation to Children of Chernobyl Auction
Luxury travel club, One Key, announced that they will be donating to The Children at Heart 2008 Celebrity/Fantasy Auction Monday, November 24th, 2008 in New York. Participation in this event will help rescue and care for children who are exposed to the lethal contamination from the Chernobyl... - November 23, 2008 - One Key
Top UK Theme Parks Open for Questions This Christmas
Several of the UK's most popular theme parks have opened themselves up to questions as a present to fans this Christmas. - November 23, 2008 - ThemeParks-UK
Owners of Mezzanine and La Zebra Make Waves with New Tulum Boutique Hotel
Beach goers searching for intimate hotel experiences along Mexico’s stunning Mayan Riviera in the bohemian town of Tulum now have a new little hotel to dive into. - November 23, 2008 - Pez Ocean Palace Hotel
Charming Inns of Charleston Puts Money in Holiday Shoppers’ Pockets
Charming Inns of Charleston is playing Santa’s helper this year by giving shoppers a much-needed boost toward their holiday budget when they stay at one of three historic inns, all located in the heart of Charleston's shopping district on King Street. The "Santa's Little Helper Shopping... - November 22, 2008 - Charming Inns
Upside of a Downturn
The need to cut costs creates a push to consider alternative solutions. The FoQus Coaching program by Quality Track International is a flat-rate, unlimited one-on-one coaching program for reservations agents that will lower costs and improve performance. - November 21, 2008 - Quality Track International Inc.
RCTC Corporation Announces Commencement of New Major Project
New plans were announced today of a new and revolutionary Canadian travel website by Dmitri Selivanov, Director of Public Relations at RCTC Corporation - November 21, 2008 - RCTC Corporation
Epoque Hotels Redesigns Its Design Line Avantgarde Hotels
The boutique hotels representation company has optimized its new website dedicated to the more cutting-edge, design-oriented properties. - November 21, 2008 - Epoque Hotels
Mobility Rental Service Joins Scootaround National Network
Scooter and Wheelchair Rental Companies Combine to Form Nation's Largest Mobility Rentals Fleet. - November 21, 2008 - Scootaround Inc.
theSpaBiz.com, Has Launched ShoptheSpaBiz, an On-Line Store Dedicated to Spa Industry Professionals, Partnering with Cengage Learning
theSpaBiz.com, the fastest growing spa business resource addressing the needs of spa industry professionals including, spa managers, spa directors, spa therapists and small spa business owners, has launched an on-line store. - November 21, 2008 - theSpaBiz.com
Easy Decision in a Tough Economy
CruiseCompete's revolutionary website allows budget-conscious consumers to find their ideal cruise itinerary at a time of their choosing, while ensuring they will get the best deal available anywhere. - November 20, 2008 - Compete Ventures Company
Genesis Custom Jetliners Adds Dubai Sales Office
Genesis Custom Jetliners, the leading value option in the commercial aircraft conversion and luxury business jet markets, has opened a primary sales office in Dubai, headed by Bilal Yousuf. The announcement was made during the Middle East Business Aviation exhibition. - November 20, 2008 - Genesis Custom Jetliners
Visit "Frugally Vegas;" a New Budget-Oriented Las Vegas, NV Travel Blog
Site dedicated to value-based tips, suggestions, facts, and reader participation for Las Vegas trip planning. Authors have logged multi-trip experiences as the basis for this site with intent to assist in budget-based Las Vegas visits. - November 20, 2008 - Frugally Vegas
12 Bicycle Enthusiasts Unite to Show How Bicycle Travel Can Change Your Life and Make Your Dreams Come True
12 Bicycle Travel Leaders are Uniting on November 22 & 23 for the first ever, Bicycle Lifestyle Web Event. The event is titled, "Bicycle Travel As a Modern Lifestyle Choice" & will feature a jam-packed schedule of articles, interviews, videos & a live Q & A sessions having to do with bicycle travel, commuting by bicycle and lifestyle design in a new economy. The goal of the event is to introduce more people to bicycle travel. The information is totally free and open to anyone with Internet. - November 19, 2008 - Bicycle Touring Pro
ChatPrint - Hospitality Messaging Solutions
People are calling ChatPrint "the new wave of instant messaging for hotels." - November 19, 2008 - ChatPrint
GreenTracks Publishes Amazon Newsletter
GreenTracks publishes an on-line Amazon environmental, natural history and travel information newsletter. - November 19, 2008 - GreenTracks, Inc.
Exchange Rates Makes Luxury Travel to South America 50% Less Expensive
Secure exceptional Rates for Your Personalized Travel Package in the upcoming holiday season. - November 19, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Africa’s Best Kept Safari Secret? Zambia.
As the year-end approaches, American travelers inevitably start thinking about next year’s vacation. For travelers looking for a classic African safari experience, East and South Africa are perennial favorites. But this year tour operators in-the-know, such as Denver based Africa Adventure... - November 19, 2008 - Africa Adventure Consultants
Eileen Tener of Cruise Planners Earns Cruise Counsellor Accreditation
Eileen Tener has achieved Cruise Counsellor Certification through Cruise Lines International Association. - November 19, 2008 - Cruise And Vacation Paradise (a Cruise Planners/American Express franchise), Eileen Tener
Disney World Just Got Easier for Those with Health Issues: Diz-Abled.com and Off to Neverland Travel® Join Forces to Support Travelers
Now Walt Disney World visitors with all levels of health and emotional challenges can count on an easier planning process to design a safe, fun and comfortable vacation. Two companies that specialize in supporting travelers with special needs have come together to help increase the ease of traveling to Disney World with health issues. - November 18, 2008 - Stephen Ashley
Aqua Bamboo & Spa in Waikiki Completes $2.5 Million in Upgrades and Offers a "Bamboo Renewal" Introductory Special
To celebrate the $2.5 million renovation upgrade of its guest rooms and public areas, a special rate is currently available to re-introduce the hotel to travelers. - November 18, 2008 - Aqua Hotels & Resorts