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Orlando Scooter Rental Company Announces the "Dream" Mobility Scooter for Guests at Walt Disney World for Disney Scooter Rental and Universal for Universal Scooter Rental
Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando scooter rental company headquartered in Orlando, Florida, announces the newest addition to its mobility scooter rental fleet, the Dream. The Dream is the company’s first model specifically selected for Disney Scooter Rental or Universal Scooter Rental visitors staying in hotels on-property and plan to use resort-provided bus, boat or monorail transportation to travel between hotels, associated theme parks and other on-property venues during their stay. - June 13, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
Real Estate Excursion Offers Unique Chance to Surf Nicaragua with a Star
Perfect waves groomed by all day offshores are breaking right now in warm water, and they’re only a short flight away. With fewer crowds, a higher concentration of quality breaks within a short distance, and very affordable ocean view property still available, it’s easy to see why... - June 13, 2008 - Century 21 Gold Coast Realty
Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Sponsors Climb to Everest Base Camp to Raise Money for the Stroke Association
Adam Hutchings, sponsored by leading meet and greet airport parking company, Meteor meet and greet parking, has climbed to the Everest base camp in 12 days, raising thousands of pounds for the Stroke Association charity. - June 13, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
InterContinental Mzaar Summer & Mountain Packages
Escape the heat of the city and benefit from InterContinental Mzaar “summer packages” combining rejuvenation, fun and pleasure starting from only $60 per room night. - June 13, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
Travel Industry Running Teams Raise Over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association
Travel industry runners raised over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association by competing in the London Marathon and the Malta Half Marathon this year. - June 13, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
Intercontinental Mzaar Takes Home Two Prestigious Awards in Dubai, Uae
For the fifth year running, InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa wins prestigious prizes during the MENA Travel Awards 2008 ceremony, one of the leading awards program for recognizing regional travel and tourism industries and honoring superior service and outstanding standards. - June 13, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa
G.A.P Adventures Announces New Polar Expedition Ship
G.A.P Adventures, a world leader in adventure travel, has announced the purchase of a new ship, the M/S Expedition, and the relaunch of its polar expedition program, commencing on January 4, 2009. - June 13, 2008 - G Adventures
Canadian Travel Site launches ViaRailVacations.com - Bucks Canada Tourism Downward Trend
Canadian Tourism at all time low...or is it? Exclusively Canada Ltd. is a Canadian travel company experiencing record breaking growth with launch of new VIA Rail focused portfolio site. - June 13, 2008 - Exclusively Canada Ltd.
AffordableTours.com Launches New, Value-Priced LeisureScapes Resort Vacation Packages
Amazingly low prices on escorted trips to Europe & Costa Rica—as little as $79 a day. - June 13, 2008 - AffordableTours.com
Bates International Motor Home Rental Systems, Inc. Announces Bates Forms Alliance with Adventure Caravans, Inc.
Sandra Bate, president and CEO of Bates International Motor Home Rental Systems, Inc., announced that Bates has formed a business alliance with a major International RV caravan company. - June 13, 2008 - Bates International Motor Homes
Exclusive Concierge Service Offers Las Vegas Visitors a Taste of Luxury and Excitement
Affluent Lifestyle Concierge (ALC) is expanding their services to include Las Vegas visitors. Previously a service dedicated to a select, privileged few, ALC has recently begun offering the same access and luxury services to those visiting the Las Vegas area. - June 13, 2008 - Affluent Lifestyle Concierge
Heritage Hotels Announces New Accommodations Complete for Kenya Family Safari
Heritage Hotels, Kenya’s top provider of exciting Kenya family safari experiences, announces the completion of new family accommodations at the famed Mara Intrepids Camp in the Maasai Mara game reserve. - June 13, 2008 - Heritage Hotels
Galexi (TM): Next Generation Chains and Brand Web Site CMS
GalexiTM is Milestone’s state-of-the-art Content Management System that allows hotel and restaurant chains, and hospitality associations to rapidly deploy and manage websites for their members with great ease at a fraction of the cost of existing systems in the market today. The system is offered as a hosted solution that does not require major hardware or software installations and can be accessed from any computer. - June 12, 2008 - Milestone Internet Marketing, Inc.
Dalaman Holiday Villa, a Stunning New Luxury Holiday Villa in Turkey Opens for Business Offering 10% Early Bird Discount
Nestling amongst the pomegranate groves that overlook the bay of Fethiye, the Dalaman Holiday Villa is a magnificent new luxury holiday villa with generous accommodation, private gardens and a swimming pool, set in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the highly sought after Turkish, Mediterranean coast. - June 12, 2008 - Dalaman Holiday Villa
Thailand - X2 Samui Officially Opens Its Doors
X2 Resorts (pronounced “Cross To”), Thailand’s first chain of designer resorts, is ready to unveil the latest X2 Resort at Koh Samui on the 15th June 2008. - June 12, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Most Isolated Country in South America, No More, Begins Using Interactive Kiosks
The Bolivian Ministry of Tourism selects TRAVELER, from GAMUT Systems, to provide Interactive Informational Kiosks for Travelers. - June 11, 2008 - GAMUT Systems
Fractional Property Ownership Now Available in London
London Fractions has launched fractional property ownership in the UK. Buyers are now able to own property under shared ownership in the Capital's most prestigious locations. Buyers not only enjoy usage rights but share in the title deed or "bricks and mortar." - June 11, 2008 - PalmaNirvana
Stonehenge: Ancient Megalithic Site Holds Secret to Earth’s Turbulent Past
Computer systems analyst Dean Talboys has unlocked a previously overlooked aspect of an ancient megalithic site in Wiltshire, England, which indicates a major catastrophic event at the end of the last Ice Age 13,000 years ago that could have been caused by the rapid decline of the polar ice caps. - June 11, 2008 - Dean Talboys
Safe Rides Opens Its Services in NY and NJ
Safe Rides Unlimited's approach in reducing drunk driving is the most unique to date and therefore, has proven results in all test markets. SRU is the first organization that involves bars, clubs, students and the general public to gather data, create effective campaigns and offer realistic safe ride options. These campaigns deliver different safe ride options to deter people from drinking and driving. At the same time these campaigns educate show people how easy it is to arrange a safe ride. - June 11, 2008 - Safe Rides Unlimited non profit organization
The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club Auctions Packages with LuxuryLink.com
LuxuryLink.com, the world's premier online luxury travel resource, announces the addition of The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club to their prestigious collection of hotels, spas, vacation packages and cruises throughout the world. Situated in the serene U.S. coast of Georgia, and guided by generations... - June 11, 2008 - Luxury Link LLC.
Tanyard Hollow Retreat Center Opens in Middle Tennessee
Tanyard Hollow Retreat Center, a nonprofit center newly established in the lovely rural area of Perry County, Tennessee, is now open. Instructors and students of meditation, yoga, Tai chi, and other spiritual practices can hold workshops in comfort and convenience on a private 58-acre property and... - June 11, 2008 - Tanyard Hollow Retreat Center
Seven Tips for Saving Money on Your Italian Vacation, from the Award-Winning Subscription Travel Newsletter, Dream of Italy
The dollar make be weak, but that doesn’t mean Americans are giving up their Italian vacations. Here are seven key travel tips from Kathy McCabe, editor and publisher of the award-winning subscription travel newsletter, Dream of Italy. - June 11, 2008 - Dream of Italy
Tara LaManna Promoted to Art Consultant at HG Art and Framing Consultants
HG Art and Framing Consultants announces the promotion of Tara LaManna to Art Consultant. As Art and Design Consultant she will customize art and framing for interior design projects. “Tara is a talented artist and has tremendous customer service skills, making her a natural fit for the... - June 11, 2008 - HG Arts
Café Roma Partners with the School of Champions for Summer Camp
Local pizzeria and pub, Cafe Roma has donated $9000 pesos to help send Puerto Vallarta children to summer camp. The School of Champions, a local non-profit after-school program for impoverished children, is offering a free summer camp to to the children who live in the areas surrounding the municipal dump. Many donations are needed to send them all to camp where they will have an opportunity to learn subjects like English, art, dancing and swimming. - June 11, 2008 - Children of the Dump
Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Receives Park Mark Award for Security Measures at Parking Facilities
East Surrey Police superintendent presents Meteor meet and greet parking with the Park Mark Safer Parking Award in acknowledgment of car crime prevention measures at Meteor’s secure airport parking facilities. - June 11, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
HSSO to Promote India’s Home-Like Hotels Collection in Europe
Hospitality Sales Solutions (HSSO) is to represent Home-Like Hotels (HLH), a unique collection of over forty affordable boutique hotels in India, promoting them in the UK and the central European markets. Located in cities and resort locations across India, each hotel has its own unique, individual... - June 10, 2008 - Hospitality Sales Solutions
Wildcat Mountain Opens Daily for Summer and Offers Free Gondola Ride to Fathers
Fathers can fly Wildcat via the Wildcat Express scenic gondola for free on Sunday, June 15th when one or more other family members purchase an adult or junior gondola ride ticket on that day. The only one of its kind in North America, the Wildcat Express has transformed from New Hampshire’s... - June 09, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Jamaica Connects Faith with Tourism
Government officials commend Miles Ahead's humanitarian work on the island. The Jamaica Government is embracing faith tourism efforts which stimulate the economy and provide medical care to its nationals. Jamaica's Ministry of Health and Environment recently expressed appreciation to the San... - June 07, 2008 - Miles Ahead
DolphinGroupTravel.com Helps Upscale Travelers and Corporations Arrange Villa Rental, Jet and Yacht Charter and Exotic Car Usage in Mexico's Riviera Maya
DolphinGroupTravel.com is a luxury - travel consulting firm specializing in exotic vacations to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. They are located in the U.S. and in Playa del Carmen Mexico. Through years of relationship building, they have forged strong ties with leaders in the upscale travel industry... - June 07, 2008 - dolphingrouptravel.com
Heritage Hotels Announces Summer Specials for Kenya Luxury Camps
Heritage Hotels, proprietors of top Kenya luxury camps, announces very attractive pricing on their popular flying safaris for the summer months including Samburu Intrepids and Mara Intrepids Kenya luxury camps. - June 07, 2008 - Heritage Hotels
VLJ Air Taxi Service Opens in South Florida
North American Jet Charter Group, LLC, today announced the delivery of an Eclipse 500 VLJ to Boca Raton to provide air taxi and charter service to business and leisure travelers. - June 06, 2008 - North American Jet Charter Group, LLC
New Website Links Travelers to Complimentary Golf and More on Vacation
The newly-launched website, www.getmorevacations.com, provides vacationing guests with amenities at vacation rental properties in Florida, Alabama and North Carolina that include complimentary golf rounds, deep sea fishing, water and amusement park tickets, sunset and dolphin cruises, and more. - June 06, 2008 - Amenity Services Inc.
Check Out My Trip Free Personal Travel Websites and Online Journals Redefines Customer Service by Offering "Travel Site Guides" with Elite CheckOutMyTrip Memberships
CheckOutMyTrip Personal Travel Websites is now offering "Travel Site Guides" for Elite Members. Travel Site Guides are CheckOutMyTrip Member's Personal Contact at the Company for Help and Support. - June 06, 2008 - CheckOutMyTrip.com
Intelligent Leisure Solutions and the Discover Group Wins United Nations World Tourism Organization Ulysses Award for Innovation in Tourism Enterprises
Awards ceremony has been held on May 28th in Madrid, Spain. - June 06, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Help-Me-Park.com Sign Exclusive Meet and Greet with Gatwick Hilton Hotel
www.help-me-park.com sign Exclusive Meet and Greet Gatwick airport parking deal with Hilton Hotel, Gatwick. - June 06, 2008 - Help-Me-Park.com
Reducing Carbon Footprints with Help-Me-Park.com
Gatwick Airport Meet and Greet can genuinely reduce their carbon footprint thanks to Help-Me-Park.com. Meet and Greet Gatwick, provided by Help-Me-Park.com explains how. - June 06, 2008 - Help-Me-Park.com
Villa-World Launches the Web’s Most User-Friendly Vacation Property Rental Site
Listing a vacation home or lodging house for rent just got easier, thanks to an innovative new website. The site, Villa-World announced its launch to the general public according to Stephen Frieze, President and CEO of Villa-World. "We spent several years and quite a lot of money researching... - June 05, 2008 - Villa World LLP
Guidebooks and Animal Conservation
As part of a travel guide project, a4trip.com has launched an animal conservation project that aims to contribute 5% of the sales of every travel guidebook sold at a4trip.com. - June 05, 2008 - a4trip.com
CPEhr Announces HR Network Alliance with the California Chamber of Commerce
CPEhr joins CalChamber’s “HRConsultant Network” to provide local businesses on-site HR support. - June 04, 2008 - CPE HR, Inc.
Tripology Announces Strategic Partnership with OpenTravel CRM to Boost Travel Specialist Membership
Tripology, a global leader in online travel lead generation, announced today a strategic partnership to provide travel leads for Travel Science’s OpenTravel CRM clients. The partnership will enable OpenTravel CRM agents to join the team of over 7,000 travel agents who currently receive... - June 04, 2008 - Tripology.com
D & L Global Enterprises, LLC Launches New Consumer Friendly Website for Travelers
D & L Global Enterprises, LLC announces the launch of its new website featuring valuable information for travelers and families looking for a great vacation. Visitors to the new website can view vital information and links for travel. - June 04, 2008 - D & L Global Enterprises, LLC
UK’s Leading Airport Parking Company Opens Secure Southampton Airport Park and Ride Facilities
Boomerang Parking expands provision of secure airport parking facilities with the new Meteor Southampton Airport park and ride, with the aim of creating stress free transport to and from the airport. - June 04, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
As Airlines Raise Their Prices, Consumers Search for New Ways to Save
A new site by the name of Vacant Travel is taking aim at the increasing air travel costs in the United States, by offering visitors a way to save more. - June 03, 2008 - vacanttravel.com
The Cedars Bed & Breakfast Presents Its Pursuing the Perfect Pucker Promotion with a Preponderance of Prizes. Finally, Being Sour on Williamsburg Pays Off.
Today the Cedars of Williamsburg Bed & Breakfast announced its newest travel promotion, Pursuing the Perfect Pucker. The promotion’s premise is to present photos of previous preeminent pucker pupils (their guests) and present these portraits on their portal for polling purposes (votes). - June 01, 2008 - Cedars of Williamsburg Bed & Breakfast
Travel Industry Charity Pub Quiz Hosted by Simon Calder Raises Over £5,200 for the Family Holiday Association
A travel industry pub quiz hosted by Simon Calder, was won by a Hotels.com team and raised over £5,200 for the Family Holiday Association, the national charity giving a break to families in need. - May 31, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
Flight Time TV Brings Flight Status Information to Hotels
Flight Time TV allows to broadcast the departures of the neighboring Airport(s) onto the Guest TV Network in Real-Time. - May 30, 2008 - Flight Time TV
Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa Auctions Vacation Packages on LuxuryLink.com
LuxuryLink.com, the world's premier online luxury travel resource, announces the addition of the Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa to their prestigious collection of hotels, spas, vacation packages and cruises throughout the world. - May 30, 2008 - Luxury Link LLC.
City and Beach Holidays Popular for Summer 2008, Reports Holidays-Direct
British holidaymakers want to combine city and beach in their summer holidays. City breaks in Barcelona and holidays in Nice are becoming a very popular choice for summer 2008 holidays, reports leading online travel agency Holidays-Direct.co.uk. - May 30, 2008 - Holidays-Direct
JAZZ @ the Mansion Continues Saturday, May 31st at 6:30pm
Jazz performance and dinner at Chateau Safflyn, former home of Rostropovich. - May 29, 2008 - Safflyn Corporation
Mohawk, NY - Reggae Festival for Climate Protection - Saturday July 26th, 12pm - 12am
All day reggae concert and green festival supporting the environment and benefiting the alliance for climate protection. - May 29, 2008 - Safflyn Corporation