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Planemasters: Chicago Jet Charter Company Now Offering Aircraft Management Services
The outstanding Chicago jet charter company known as Planemasters provides conventional air charter services to all area residents. Individuals book a plane, specify their exact wishes, and a qualified pilot brings them to their destination on a comfortable and safe aircraft. Planemasters, however, provides other services as well. In addition to chartering an aircraft, customers can also take advantage of the Chicago jet charter company’s aircraft management service. - May 29, 2008 - Planemasters, Ltd.
BigBuzz Communications Brings Home 3 BOLI Awards
BigBuzz takes home Best B2C web site for DaviWeddings.com; Best Multimedia presentation for Disney Learn to Draw DVD and Best web site of the year for for WestburyManor.com. - May 29, 2008 - BigBuzz Communications
HG Creates Custom Artwork for One-of-a-Kind Luxury Car Club
HG Art and Framing Consultants creates custom artwork for Luxautica Ultimate Car Club in Orlando. The interior of the unique showroom and membership club was designed by Beasley & Henley Interior Design. Designer Troy Beasley commissioned Tara LaManna of HG to create the artistic interpretations of the luxury cars. - May 29, 2008 - HG Arts
"It List" of 30 Best New Hotels Revealed in Travel + Leisure ’s June Issue
T+L Editors’ Top Picks for 2008 Include Qualia in Australia, Hotel Terra in Jackson Hole, and Haymarket Hotel in London. - May 29, 2008 - American Express Publishing
Circa 1886 Heads Outdoors for Independence Day Celebration
AAA Four Diamond, Mobil Four Star Charleston, S.C., restaurant Circa 1886 will host its third annual Sizzling Summer Celebration on the lawn of the Wentworth Mansion® hotel on July 4 at 7:30 p.m. The event will feature traditional Southern dishes hot off the grill, live music and a fabulous fireworks view. - May 29, 2008 - Circa 1886
Pirata Media Launches CMS Enabled Block Island Tourism Web Site
Bristol, RI based web site design firm Pirata Media, LLC today announced the web site launch for client Block Island Tourism Council (BITC), www.blockislandinfo.com, using Pirata Media’s POPstar™ Content Management System (CMS). - May 29, 2008 - Pirata Media LLC
Arizona Tour Company Goes Green
Open Road Tours, a Phoenix and Flagstaff, Arizona based tour company, is going green in support of ecotourism. - May 29, 2008 - Open Road Tours, Inc.
Solid-State Lighting Provides a Warm and Inviting Atmosphere for Starlight Casino
The solid-state lighting product from Act One provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for Starlight Casino in New Westminster near Vancouver, Canada. The alluring lighting effect is generated by dispersing the color light from 200 LED lighting tubes for a total length of 700 feet over the draped mesh-screen curtains. - May 28, 2008 - Act One
ConservCo Launches New Water Audit Service, Website
Company Helps Hotels, Other Facilities Decrease Operating Expenses. - May 28, 2008 - ConservCo Water Conservation Products, LLC
The Best Spot to Go .com Lowers Mystery Client Reports to Under 50€
The best Spot to go .com announced today it is making its Mystery Client Services available to any size business. To do that The Best Spot to go.com has removed the one major hurdle businesses face when spending their tight marketing budgets; the high cost. One day doing mystery client visits may be as normal as paying your taxes, only more fun. - May 28, 2008 - thebestspottogo.com
Golden Tulip Signs LOI to Operate a Golden Tulip Hotel in Oegstgeest, the Netherlands
Golden Tulip Hospitality Group and Reco Productions initiate the development project through the signing of a letter of intent for the first Golden Tulip in Oegstgeest located next to Corpus ‘a journey through the human body.’ - May 25, 2008 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Yoga Group Workshops at Zen Resort Bali an Integrated Holistic Wellness Deal for Yoga Teachers
Zen Resort launches an integrated wellness deal for yoga group leaders and teachers to hold their training workshops in combination with the resort’s programs of pranayama, meditation, ayurveda and cultural and recreational activities for living in harmony with one’s inner self as well as the outer world of society and nature. - May 25, 2008 - Zen Resort Bali
Ella Joyce Performs in "the Vagina Monologues" on Tom Joyner's Fantastic Voyage Cruise
Sunday, May 18th, Ella Joyce performed in the Arcadia Theater on the Royal Carribean International Cruise as part of the official opening night of entertainment on the annual Tom Joyner's Fantastic Voyage Cruise produced by Yetta Young Productions. - May 24, 2008 - Ms. Thing Productions, Inc.
Fighting the Economy - the Newport Marriott Hotel in Rhode Island Rewards Customers for Driving by Paying for Their Gas
The Rhode Island Newport Marriott Hotel offers customers $20’s in gas per night for every night that they stay between now and September, 2008. - May 24, 2008 - Newport Marriott Hotel, RI
Confederate President Jefferson Davis, General P.T. Beauregard, and General David Hunter Are Only a Few of the Civil War Leaders That Are Now on Display at C Savannah
C Savannah is now offering for sale signed letters, notes, calling cards and other significant items from the War of the Northern Aggression, the War Between the States, the War for Southern Independence, or as some prefer, the Civil War. - May 24, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Liz Galloway of Lotus Effects Joins Advisory Panel for International Medical Travel Conference
Join a key conference at the IMTC in Seoul November 2008. In it's second year, the International Medical Travel Conference has made huge strides to bring about international awareness in the healthcare industry and wellness tourism. Key motivators and leaders such as Lotus Effects Spa Advisors joins the IMTC and work toward providing awards, and recognition for those making a difference. - May 24, 2008 - Spa College International
Southern Patagonia Travel on the Crucero Australis Announced by South America Travel Company - Latin Excursions
South America Travel Company - Latin Excursions announced the Southern Patagonia Travel on the Crucero Australis for 2008. - May 24, 2008 - LatinExcursions.com
VacationHouse Destinations Wins Excellence Award in Hotel and Lodging
VacationHouse Destinations, the first truly affordable destination club, today announced it was honored by the International Academy of the Visual Arts, with a 2008 Excellence Award in the Interactive Hotel and Lodging Category. With over 9,000 entries from across the US and around the world, the... - May 23, 2008 - VacationHouse Destinations
Travel Site Partnership Puts Convenience in Adventure
Ever thought about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro? Horseback riding in Patagonia? Whitewater rafting down the Rio Grande? But got discouraged by the daunting task of putting the trip together? Now these and hundreds of other adventures are available at the click of your mouse. YowADVENTURES is the... - May 23, 2008 - YowTRIP
Win Free Tickets to New Hip-Hop Bus Tour in NYC
Harlem Hip-Hop Tours Announces New Contest Give Away. - May 23, 2008 - Harlem Hip-Hop Tours
Performance Flight Invites the Public for an Open House May 24th – the First Demonstration of the New Cirrus Avionics in the United States
On May 24, 2008 Performance Flight will host an Open House from 9am-3pm at the newly renovated Million Air terminal at Westchester County Airport, located at 136 Tower Rd. in White Plains. On display will be the newly announced avionics package from Cirrus Design, which was just unveiled on May... - May 22, 2008 - Performance Flight
Retailers Take Hands-on Approach to Hand Sanitizer Products; Wal-Mart, Target Lead the Way in Taking Stock of $100 Million-a-Year Category
As health care and infection control experts remain increasingly vocal in promoting proper hand hygiene as the best way to protect against the spread of easily-transmitted germs and bacteria, the country’s leading retailers are taking notice of a growing trend within the $100 million-a-year market for hand sanitizer products; consumers are demanding alcohol-free products that can provide the same germ killing effectiveness as legacy, alcohol-based gels, but without the dangerous side-effects. - May 22, 2008 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Wildcat Mountain Begins Summer Operations Memorial Weekend
Wildcat Mountain opens for summer & fall operations beginning Saturday, May 24th offering New Hampshire's newest thrill ride the ZipRider™ and the highest scenic gondola in the state, the Wildcat Express. This summer marks 75 years since the civilian conservation corps, armed with axes... - May 22, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Farm Bureau Insurance Safety Alert: Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 25 through May 31, 2008. Use these tips to help keep yourself and your property safe. - May 21, 2008 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Harlem Hip-Hop Tours Announces the Launch of the New Hip-Hop On. Hip-Hop Off. Tour
Harlem Hip-Hop (H3) Tours is gearing up to launch The Hip-Hop On. Hip-Hop Off.(TM) on May 15, 2008. H3 Tours has created an unprecedented experience - a hip-hop theater production on wheels that immerses guests in Harlem and hip-hop culture. H3 Tours is geared to provide excitement and fun with its... - May 21, 2008 - Harlem Hip-Hop Tours
The Business Angels of Slovenia Grant Funds to an Online Vacation Reservation Platform
Last week, the Business Angels of Slovenia announced the laureates of their first fund allocation since the creation of the club, among which is the company OBS d.o.o. With its online mountain holidays booking platform GoGoSKI.com, OBS d.o.o. is on the rise and can be proud of that achievement. - May 21, 2008 - O.B.S.
Sun Spa Resorts Pvt. Ltd. Launches Its New Multi-Functional Website
Sun Spa Resorts Pvt. Ltd. is pleased to announce that its new multi-functional website has gone online under www.sunsparesorts.com on Monday, May 19, 2008. - May 21, 2008 - Sun Spa Resorts Pvt Ltd
Sun Spa Resorts Pvt. Ltd. Joins International Spa Association “ISPA”
Sun Spa Resorts Pvt. Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has joined the International Spa Association “ISPA,” effective early summer 2008. - May 21, 2008 - Sun Spa Resorts Pvt Ltd
Big Bear Lake Hosts Summer Blues Cruises
Big Bear Lake, California USA Blues Cruises scheduled for the summer season. - May 20, 2008 - Mad Mad Marcae & his Lost Roll of Pennies Blues Band
Chris Distefano Joins Magna Hotel Group as Director of Capital Projects
Chris Distefano has joined Magna Hotel Group as Director of Capital Projects. Chris brings over 8 years of hospitality experience as well as 12 years of construction managment. He was previously the Regional Director of Engineering for Grand Heritage Hotels International and was the driving force behind their green hospitality efforts. - May 20, 2008 - Magna Hospitality
Developers Begin to Show Support of New Owners Perspective Magazine, with Absolute Group Being First Off the Mark
Now five weeks on since the dramatic announcement by Perspective International Ltd that they are to produce a consumer version of their prestigious Perspective Magazine and the support continues to flood in. - May 19, 2008 - Perspective International Ltd
Government Support Fostering Growth in Sub-Saharan Tourism Industry
The Sub-Saharan tourism industry grew at 11.1% in 2006 against 2005 on account of strong government support and lack of other developed industries in the region. - May 19, 2008 - RNCOS
A Major Seminar Developed by the Philippines Department of Tourism About Adventure Travel and Tourism Finds a Promotional Partner in a Clark and Subic Bay Portal
The Philippines Department of Tourism (DOT) and Conventions and Visitors Corporation (PCVC), is focusing on a nationwide campaign to increase awareness and promote ecotourism and adventure tourism destinations and activities throughout the Philippines. The Clark Subic Marketing Portal is assisting in the Efforts. - May 18, 2008 - Clark Subic Marketing
China Tourism Industry to Remain Eventful in Future
WTO accession and forthcoming international events are bringing cheers for the China tourism industry as the country is experiencing huge tourist influx from all corners of the world. - May 18, 2008 - RNCOS
Travelrobe Says Gatwick Airport Parking is a Necessity to Travelers
Because of its geographical location parking at Gatwick Airport is a necessity and a convenience to travelers departing from Gatwick Airport - May 17, 2008 - Travelrobe
SellingCR.com™ Announces Launch of Costa Rica’s Finest Portal Site
Recently SellingCR (http://www.sellingcr.com) launched Costa Rica’s first premium content portal site for all news and activities pertaining primarily to the southern zones of Costa Rica including Dominical, Perez Zeledon, Uvita, Costa Ballena and more. - May 17, 2008 - SellingCR.com
Fans Make Plans to See EURO 2008 with Roadtrips
EURO Final Travel Packages still available through Roadtrips, the Ultimate in Sports Travel. - May 17, 2008 - Roadtrips Inc
The World’s Leading Green Resort Achieves the World’s First Live Earth Certification
AquaCity Resort, Slovakia has become the first destination in the world to achieve `Live Earth’ certification, which recognises and certifies global standards of sustainability. - May 17, 2008 - AquaCity
Two Guys, One Country, No Maps; Real Men Ask for Directions
Two 24 year old men from Toronto, Canada, are doing something that most people would try to avoid like the plague. They're going to travel the country of Ireland with no maps, relying solely on the directions given to them by the people they meet along the way. - May 17, 2008 - realmenaskfordirections.com
Formost President to Donate to China Relief Efforts
A $30,000 donation to the disaster relief efforts related to the devastating May 12 earthquake in China is being given by Joseph Chen, President of Foremost Groups Inc., of East Hanover. The company, with manufacturing operations in China, also announced that it will match any employee donations,... - May 16, 2008 - Foremost Groups, Inc.
Join Miss World Tatana Kucharova, Tomas Bata and Many Other Distinguished Guests and Models in Czech Spring Gala Celebration of One-of-a-Kind Travel Exhibition ZliNY
On May 20th, the Czech Center New York will host a spring gala at the Museum of Arts and Design to celebrate the travel exhibition “ZliNY” and to honor Tomas Bata,91, the son of Zlin's founder, philanthropist and Chairman of the Bata Shoe Company. Zlin in New York is the most... - May 16, 2008 - Czech Center New York
1842 Inn Joins the Prestigious LuxuryLink.com Collection
LuxuryLink.com, the world's premier online luxury travel resource, announces the addition of the 1842 Inn to their prestigious collection of hotels, spas, vacation packages and cruises throughout the world. - May 16, 2008 - Luxury Link LLC.
Former Stella Hospitality Group Online Marketing Executive Joins the HotelsCombined.com Team
Hotel meta-search company HotelsCombined.com appoints new Director of Business Development. - May 16, 2008 - HotelsCombined
Package at Five Diamond Charleston Hotel Lets Rebate Receivers De-"Tax" and Relax
A new package at Charleston's AAA Five Diamond Wentworth Mansion® lets guests take a break from money and tax talk and enjoy a relaxing getaway to one of America's most historic cities for the cost of their government rebate. - May 16, 2008 - Circa 1886
Miami Beach Landmark Building is Sold
The Lincoln Building, in the very heart of South Beach, is sold to a local partnership. - May 15, 2008 - MCJC, Inc.
New Service at LoyaltyMatch.com Helps Raise Profile and Cash for Non-Profit Groups of All Sizes and Interests
Community Commerce™ launched by LoyaltyMatch.com, the online marketplace for frequent flier and loyalty program miles and points collectors, is a new and innovative way for people to help good causes. Churches, schools, sports teams, community groups and other causes large and small can benefit. - May 15, 2008 - LoyaltyMatch.com
Explore Ha Long Bay with Indochina Sails Cruise Ship
Ha Long bay is very picturesque with many magnificent landscapes and seascapes. Nowadays it sparkles even more with the appearance of big sea sails printed with the letters Indochina Sails. In the immense atmosphere permeated with sunlight and wind, one suddenly feels lonely. In the distance,... - May 15, 2008 - Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises in Halong Bay
VillaCentre Announce €64,000 Air Conditioning Investment
VillaCentre, the UK's leading direct specialist agent for unpackaged quality villa holidays, today announced plans to install new energy efficient air conditioning units throughout their portfolio of luxury villas. In addition to the air conditioning units already in place, an extra 200 portable units will be fitted across 120 villas in France, Spain and Portugal. - May 15, 2008 - Villa Centre
Luxury Travel Catalogue Takes Russia by Storm
International Leisure World is Russia's first Catalogue of Luxury Travel providing an excellent platform for International luxury travel suppliers to market directly to high net worth Russian travellers. - May 15, 2008 - International Leisure World, Russia
Celebrating 175 Years of Nantucket Freedom at the Century House, 175th Anniversary of the Inn and the 25th Anniversary as Innkeepers
The 16-room Century House celebrates twice this year. First, it is the only inn on Nantucket that celebrates 175 years of continuous operation, as the oldest guesthouse on the island. Second, innkeeper duo Gerry Connick and Jean Ellen Heron celebrate 25 years of making their own Century House history. - May 15, 2008 - Century House