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Travel Insured International Joins CABO, Connecticut’s New GLBT Chamber of Commerce
Travel Insured International, the service-focused travel insurance company, has joined as a Corporate Level Sponsor of the new Connecticut business organization CABO, the Connecticut Alliance for Business Opportunities. CABO is the state’s first and only Chamber of Commerce dedicated to... - November 16, 2007 - Travel Insured International
Roadtrips Celebrates World Responsible Tourism Day
Roadtrips, an international sporting and special event tour operator based out of Winnipeg, Canada, supports World Responsible Tourism Day and has created a specific product line to help ensure sustainable travel. - November 16, 2007 - Roadtrips Inc
Golden Tulip Accra: 'Best Business Hotel in West Africa'
Golden Tulip Accra was awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Business Hotel’ in the Akwaaba Exhibition of the Hospitality Industry in Nigeria - November 16, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Red CarpeTravel.com to Donate 50% of Profits to HELP USA; Leave Home to Create Homes: Making a Difference Through Travel
Today John H. Burger President and Founder of RedCarpeTravel.com announced his company's exclusive partnership with HELP USA, creating an innovative marriage of travel and philanthropy poised to revolutionize the industry. Blazing a trail for “responsible tourism” RedCarpeTravel.com,... - November 15, 2007 - RedCarpeTravel.com
Y explore Yosemite Adventures Launches New Web Site
Leading adventure company in Yosemite National Park reveals a new web design to serve as a portal connecting travelers with specialized services. - November 15, 2007 - Y explore Yosemite Adventures
Growing Your Hotel Portfolio
Conference for Southeast US Hoteliers presented by Key West Inns, Inc. January 21 -22, at the Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans - November 15, 2007 - Key West Inns, Inc.
IDS Menus and Scala Co-Sponsor Digital Signage Presentation for Movie Theatres
IDS Menus™, a division of International Display Systems, Inc., recently announced a combined effort with Scala Inc. to provide an informative presentation on digital signage for movie theatres. The 20-minute presentation, held every Thursday at 2:30 PM EST for movie theatre owners, architects... - November 15, 2007 - IDS Menus
Golden Tulip Adds Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport to Its Portfolio in the Netherlands
Golden Tulip is proud to announce its latest addition to its Dutch hotel portfolio in Maastricht. The Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport previously operated by Accor, switched franchisors on November 1st and continues to be managed by Hendrik Jaakke. Tulip Inn Maastricht Aachen Airport is ideally... - November 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Snowboarder Hotel Holds Boot Camp in Big Bear Lake, CA December 3 - 15, 2007
THE BLOCK at Big Bear, The World's First Snowboarder Hotels is making final preparations for the first annual BLOCK Boot Camp in Big Bear Lake, CA - 10 days (December 5 - 15) of training and development for a career in snowboarder hospitality. All interested recruits must email a resume (include... - November 15, 2007 - The Block Hotels
Luggage Forward Guarantees On-Time Delivery of Luggage for Holiday Travelers
Door-to-Door Luggage Delivery Service Provides Peace of Mind for Thanksgiving Air Travel - November 14, 2007 - Luggage Forward
Living Waters Spa: A Top Clothing Optional Spa Hotel in Just 4 Years
Living Waters Spa celebrates 4 years of providing guests with "more than a vacation" in a European-style swimsuit optional environment, magical massages, and pure natural mineral water pools. - November 14, 2007 - Living Waters Spa
New Web Service Makes London Sightseeing Planning Quick and Easy
Before you invest the time and energy researching what to see during your upcoming London trip, check with Connie Maderi for expert sightseeing services. Whether it's for a weekend or a week, Connie can do all the work and deliver an itinerary custom-made just for you. - November 14, 2007 - Connies London Planner
Noemi’s Early Success with CarRentalDublin.com Convinces Her to Invest in Dublin
September 2007 saw Dublin business woman, Noemi Beres launch the website for CarRentalDublin.com. This offers visitors to Dublin Airport a real-time, guaranteed, worldwide car rentals booking engine. The success of her venture so far has convinced Noemi to take the additional operating license for... - November 12, 2007 - CarRentalDublin.com
Free Online Honeymoon Gift List Service Launched
SUP Lite is the new totally free online honeymoon gift list service from SendUsPacking - November 11, 2007 - SendUsPacking
Senior Citizen Discount Offered to Celebration of the Virgin of Guadalupe Tours
BelleCora Press & Workshops is offering a 5% discount to senior citizens who sign up for their cultural tour to the Guadalupana, the celebration of the Virgin of Guadalupe in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The event offers a visually rich festive experience with wonderful photo opportunities for the... - November 10, 2007 - BelleCora Press & Workshops
Luxury Holidays – Steppes Travel Announces the November Edition of Their "On Location" Series, a Selection of Travelogues from Exotic Destinations.
The November edition of the Steppes Travel “On Location” series includes reports from places like Africa, Cuba and Kenya. - November 10, 2007 - Steppes Travel
New Anna Maria Island Online Business Directory and Information Guide Exceeds Expectations
From Anna Maria Island wedding services, real estate or local community services, according to site owner Billi Stuckert, it can found at AnnaMariaIslandLife.com. Billi says, "More than just a website or directory of services, the Anna Maria Island Life project has evolved to include not just a directory of local Anna Maria Island business services, but an interactive public forum, article archive, interactive blog, gallery of photographs and a whole lot more." - November 09, 2007 - Anna Maria Island Life
CalActive.com Launches Super Portal for Outdoor Activities
A new way to book California vacation activities has arrived, www.calactive.com. CalActive is California’s outdoor activities super store, with over 300 activities to choose and confirm online. Unlike web directories, CalActive is an online activity broker, working with small activity... - November 09, 2007 - CalActive.com
The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort, Palm Springs, CA is Selected as One of the Top Places in the World to Go Nude Sunbathing
American nudist resorts have come a long way since the nudist colony days of old. At one time, Americans had to travel to Europe or the Caribbean to stay at nice, luxurious nudist resorts. This is no longer true. One of the best nude hotels in the world is located in the US in sunny Palm Springs, CA. - November 08, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Go Sharkin’ - Get the iPod Nano
Sometimes you really get what you want. Shark Diver gives you the Apple iPod just in time for Christmas. - November 08, 2007 - Shark Diver
Brits Want More Exotic Holidays Reports Freedom Direct
The traditional lazy sun holiday is no longer enough for British holidaymakers, reports online travel agency Freedom Direct. Holidaymakers want a beach holiday combined with new experiences and culture. New favourite holiday destinations have emerged as cheap holidays in exotic countries have become more available. - November 08, 2007 - Freedom Direct
BBB Warns: Make Sure Your Pet is in Good Hands When You’re Out of Town
In 2006 alone, BBBs across the U.S. took in almost 500 complaints about kennels. If you are considering a boarding kennel, BBB has advice to help you choose a safe and reliable home-away-from-home for your pet. - November 08, 2007 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
Savor… Catering by SMG Creates a New Wine Tasting Experience at Moscone Center with WineStation® Intelligent Dispensing Systems from Napa Technology
SMG the world leading concession management and facilities management company selects Napa Technology's breakthrough WineStation Intelligent Dispensing System to drive new hospitality, wine tasting experience and business at the Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA - November 07, 2007 - Napa Technology
UEP Plan UK Flights to Montenegro
Uniqueworld is a Hotel & Destination Management (DMC) sales representation company with a growing portfolio of new, refurbished and historic hotels, emerging destinations with exciting and participating experiences. Uniqueworld represents the Hotel Splendid Conference Resort and Spa in Montenegro... a destination offering new incentive and meeting opportunities to the MICE buyer... now with direct UK flights. - November 07, 2007 - Unique World
Woni Safaris Conservation Touch
Woni Safaris is doing much more than just offering safari destination packages to Africa but also using the opportunity to alleviate poverty. Some of the areas involve conservation of wildlife, tree planting and offering education to the less fortunate by enabling them to meet a sponsor. - November 06, 2007 - Woni Safaris
Italy Accommodations, Custom-Private Tours, Hotels, Villas & Apartments, Car Rentals, Travel Insurance, Wedding, Travel Assistance & Planning by Spirit of Places, Ltd.
Researched more than 1200 charming accommodations with character & ambiance in All Regions of Italy. Personally visited & inspected more than 600 unique hotels, villas, apartments rentals & other properties. Carefully selected about 120 enchanting properties with comfort, quality of service, unique ambiance and which interpret the "Spirit of a Place" for a memorable travel experience and for a distinguished clientele. Visit www.spiritofplaces.com & sign-up to use this upscale travel service. - November 05, 2007 - Spirit of Places Ltd.
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Voted the Best in Australasia at the World Travel Awards 03/11/2007
Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Cook Islands – a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World Collection – has been awarded “Australasia’s Leading Boutique Hotel” and “Cook Islands Leading Resort” at the 2007 World Travel Awards ceremony held at the Leela Palace... - November 03, 2007 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
HotelClub Unveils New Corporate Identity
Flairview Travel has now released its new corporate brand identity as HotelClub, encompassing their three accommodation specialist websites: HotelClub.com, RatesToGo.com and Asia-Hotels.com, with new website features to be launched starting with HotelClub.com. The re-branding decision is in accordance with HotelClub’s Chicago based parent, Orbitz Worldwide. - November 03, 2007 - HotelClub
Free PADI Underwater Photo Album
With every South Florida dive certification course, Aqua Sports is now offering a free professional digital photo album of the dive experience. - November 03, 2007 - Aqua Sports, Inc.
Travellers Get New Free Guide That Fits on a Single Page
Travel guides are becoming more portable with the launch of a new printable guide that fits on a single page. - November 03, 2007 - OnePageTravel
A New One-Stop Vietnam Travel Website Launched for International Travelers
New website features Vietnam essential travel information, Tour package, Hotel booking with easier, faster access and user friendly interface for international travelers - November 03, 2007 - BnB Vietnam Travel Ltd
Avoid the Hassles of Holiday Travel
You had better start planning now as travel experts are predicting the 2007 holiday travel season to be one of the busiest ever, particularly for air travelers. - November 03, 2007 - The Luggage Club
Vacations Almost Free, Inc. Receives Exclusive Contract with Gold Crown Resort, Inc.
Vacations Almost Free, an Idaho corporation signed contracts today with Gold Crown Resort of Orlando, Fl. awarding Vacations Almost Free exclusive distributorship rights to represent their private travel membership program in the Pacific Inland Northwest, including the States of Idaho, Montana and Washington. - November 02, 2007 - Vacation Almost Free
Cruise Holidays Are the Most Popular Choice for Summer 2008 Reports holidays-direct.co.uk
Cruise holidays are receiving most bookings for the summer 2008 season, online holiday booking agency www.holidays-direct.co.uk reports. Cruises are proving to be the most popular choice with British holidaymakers ahead of traditional European holiday destinations like Majorca and Cyprus. - November 02, 2007 - Holidays-Direct
Green Travel Just Got Simple
Carbon footprints, global warming - these terms are popping up everywhere, so it's no surprise that 43 million US travelers are "ecologically concerned." With the launch of RezHub.com's Green Travel website, travelers can book with green hotels, hybrid rental cars, and participate in carbon offsetting programs…or book the vacation of their dreams and still feel good (and green) about it. - November 01, 2007 - RezHub.com
The Block Forms Acquisition Company and Sets Ground for Expansion - New Prototype
After a year-long planning period, The Block, currently, two independently owned and managed properties has formed an acquisition company for the purposes of merging ownership of the two properties into one, acquiring new properties, licensing merchandise and completing strategic initiatives to... - November 01, 2007 - The Block Hotels
CurlyWorm.com to Offer Cash Back on Temple Bar Hotels in Dublin
Cashback website CurlyWorm.com to offer Cash back to members booking Temple Bar Hotels in Dublin Ireland - November 01, 2007 - CurlyWorm.com
Princeton Premier Selects Idalith Monalvo as Its Honored Member in Business
Princeton Premier selects Idalith Monalvo as its Honored Member in Business. Idalith is the Hotel Manager at Marriot Hotel in Puerto Rico as well as managing the tourist interaction. She received her Bachelors Degree in hotel Management from the University of Puerto Rico and has worked in that... - October 31, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Hampton Inn & Suites Herndon VA Grand Opening is Spooky
Hampton Inn & Suites Herndon Virginia Grand Opening Event is Spooky Featuring Flood and Gore - October 27, 2007 - Hampton Inn & Suites in Herndon, Virginia
Canadian Couple Goes to Cuba for Her Orthopedic Surgery, But Instead They Both Get Treated
A Halifax couple, Diane and Vern Paul, traveled to Cuba so that she could get orthopedic surgery, but instead, they both were treated. Vern was so impressed with the quality of medical care in Cuba, that at the last minute he decided to get cosmetic surgery. Diane chose Cuba because she knew that the country had outstanding health care, and she wanted to avoid the one-year wait for her treatment in Canada. - October 27, 2007 - Choice Medical Services
Top 5 Tips for Picking Up Your Rental Car at Orlando Airport MCO
If you are picking up a rental car at the The Orlando International Airport, MCO, there are few tips that could help you along the way. Being that the E-Z Rent A Car corporate office is headquartered in beautiful Orlando, FL, they have gathered some great information to help you when picking up... - October 27, 2007 - E-Z Rent A Car
Travel is Easier with A4trip.com
With A4trip.com travelers are now able to access travel guides via the internet. These guides, which are written by travelers themselves, can be purchased online and are filled with tips and information that will help any traveler to get the best out of his or her trip. - October 27, 2007 - a4trip.com
The Next Middle East Holiday Hot Spot
London and Cairo-based tour operator specialising in holidays to Egypt and the surrounding areas. Offers online booking and full brochure with tour and hotel details. - October 27, 2007 - Peltours
Fox News Covers Rich and Famous Tours of New York: a Tour for Curious Locals or Star Struck Tourists
Fox News has discovered New York's newest "niche" tour: The Rich and Famous Tour. See where the celebrities live, shop, dine and party. - October 26, 2007 - Rich and Famous Tours
E-Z Rent A Car Announces New Blog Platform
E-Z Rent A Car has launched a new blog platform on its website at www.e-zrentacar.com to help provide relevant car rental and travel news to its visitors. The blog provides information and daily articles concerning all locations and vehicles of E-Z Rent A Car. E-Z Rent A Car employees can now... - October 26, 2007 - E-Z Rent A Car
Special Beijing Summer Games FAM Offer for Travel Agents
Roadtrips Inc., an international sporting and special event tour operator based out of Winnipeg, Canada, is offering a substantial agent FAM discount of almost 50% on their very popular Sheraton Great Wall 2008 Beijing Summer Games travel package. - October 26, 2007 - Roadtrips Inc
Golden Tulip Opens Regional Office in Bangkok for South East Asia
Golden Tulip Hospitality Group enters into South East Asia by opening a new regional and development office in Bangkok, Thailand. - October 26, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
eBacchus® Posts 10,000th Tasting Note
eBacchus®, the premier wine and vineyard community & information site, has successfully collected and posted over 10,000 tasting notes and member entries - October 25, 2007 - eBacchus
MATCHhotels.com Adds Champions League Stadiums
Sports travel website MATCHhotels.com expands to help football fans locate and book accommodation near Champions League football stadiums. 167 stadiums and over 20,000 hotels, bed and breakfasts and apartments in Spain, Italy, France and Germany added to hotel booking service. - October 25, 2007 - MATCHhotels.com
AsianAirfares.com Beats Closest Competitor 6 Out of 10 in International Travel Comparison
AsianAirfares.com Beats Closest Competitor 6 out of 10 in International Travel Comparison (Car Rentals, Hotels, Air Tickets, Cruises). - October 24, 2007 - Asian Airfares Group