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Halldis Apartments Now in Catania, Sicily
Halldis sets anchor in the South of Italy, with its newest offices recently opened in Catania, Sicily. The first of a series of future openings in the Southern regions, with the new apartments in Catania Halldis begins its expansion strategy for 2007-2008: adding new destinations, for those... - October 11, 2007 - Halldis Srl.
eBacchus® Launches Public Beta Version of Its Website
eBacchus®, the premier wine and vineyard community & information site, is now available to all users. - October 10, 2007 - eBacchus
YowTRIP Helps Make It a WowTRIP
Now traveling alone doesn’t have to mean going solo. YowTRIP.com is a free online social network tailored to travelers seeking an adventure companion, digging for one-on-one travel tips they can only get from someone who’s been to their destination, or needing a place to hang their... - October 10, 2007 - YowTRIP
The Globus Family of Brands Renews Online Marketing Contract with 90octane
The Globus family of brands, the world leader in first-class, escorted travel with 80 years of experience, has renewed its contract with 90octane, LLC. The agency has provided search engine optimization (SEO) and pay-per-click advertising (PPC) services to the Globus family of brands since 2003 and will support the business’s growth initiatives in innovative ways. - October 10, 2007 - 90octane
eYachtCharter.com Builds Momentum Going Into Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
South Florida Luxury Yacht Charter firm eYachtCharter.com has consistently tripled its number of unique visitors each month since its inaugural launch in July 2007. The firm’s fleet directory will be finalizing its application selection shortly after the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show in late October when it will officially go live. - October 10, 2007 - eYacht Charter.com
Great White Shark Attack at Isla Guadalupe-Caught on Tape
Unusual White Shark Activity According to SharkDiver.Com - October 09, 2007 - Shark Diver
Tripology Achieves Success in Matching Specialized Travel Agents with Travelers' Needs
Tripology.com is succeeding in its mission to match the specific requirements of travelers with travel agents who possess specialized knowledge of the destination or type of trip. - October 07, 2007 - Tripology.com
TravelInsuranceQuotes.ca Add CanAm Insurance to Canadian Travel Medical Insurance Quote System
TravelInsuranceQuotes.ca will add CanAm’s PrimeLink TravelRite Canadian medical insurance to its quote engine effective immediately. - October 07, 2007 - OIQ Insurance Solutions Inc.
Golden Tulip Adds Sea Side Resort Noordwijk as Its Last Addition to Its Dutch Hotel Portfolio
Golden Tulip Hospitality takes over the management of the currently known Hotel de Witte Raaf in Noordwijk, the Netherlands, as per October 01 2007. - October 07, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
"Of the Law" Road Trip, A Gleaming Success
Susan Wingate returns from her "Rambling Road Trip" to promote her mystery novel, "Of the Law." - October 06, 2007 - Sixteen Cat Tails Publishing
AsianAirfares.com Announces New Car Booking Engine
AsianAirfares.com in Partnership with WCT continues to broaden its product offerings with the release of a new and improved Car booking engine. Some new features that they have added to the booking path include: Interactive Selections: Drop-down menus will automatically update based on the... - October 06, 2007 - Asian Airfares Group
It is Not Summer, But do We Have to Stay at Home?
Business or leisure, hurry up and catch the airplane - October 06, 2007 - TravelStoreMaker.com
New Tourism & Local Business Directory Site for the Sunshine Coast of BC Launched
A new tourism and local business website has been launched for the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Canada. This is an absolute paradise and must visit spot if you are traveling to Vancouver BC. Promotion of the site and advertising opportunities are now going into full gear. - October 06, 2007 - Sunshinecoast-bc.com
Golden Tulip Hospitality Announces Change in Strategy for United Kingdom and Ireland
Golden Tulip Hospitality alters strategy in the UK, following the sale of its master franchisee Golden Tulip (UK) to Whitbread PLC - October 05, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Blowing the Basics: Hotel Sales Managers Fail to Respond to Customer Inquiries 25% of the Time
Quality Track International, a leading provider of group sales mystery shopping services exclusively to the hospitality industry, placed in excess of 3,000 test calls to more than 750 on-property sales departments in North America, and tracked the responses. - October 04, 2007 - Quality Track International Inc.
Cruise Holidays of Vancouver Wins Top Producing Store for Second Straight Year
For the second year in a row, Cruise Holidays of Vancouver is awarded the Top Producing Store in the Cruise Holidays chain. - October 04, 2007 - Cruise Holidays of Vancouver
Free PADI Shipwreck Specialty Certification
Learn how to obtain a free PADI Shipwreck Specialty certification on your next vacation. - October 04, 2007 - Aqua Sports, Inc.
Megacollage Announces Series of Free Online Text Compilations
Romantics looking for great places to travel, activities to do and poems to read need look no further than Megacollage's free text compilations. - October 02, 2007 - Megacollage
Discover China: Travel Writer Publishes e-Book Offering Insights on What It Takes to Successfully Navigate China as a Visitor or Investor
Columbia educated author Vinnie Apicella has compiled years of experience and information from several China-based resources to create a comprehensive e-Book for educating foreigners with an interest in traveling, relocating or doing business in China. Entitled Discover China: Making Your Way... - October 01, 2007 - Vinnie's World
Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast Chosen as “Best Value” in the Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards
New Orleans bed and breakfast chosen as "best value" by the editors and readers at BedandBreakfast.com - October 01, 2007 - Avenue Inn Bed and Breakfast
Fall Travel Specials Arrive Early with AsianAirfares.com
Special air, hotel and cruise packages for Asia, Europe, US - October 01, 2007 - Asian Airfares Group
Free PADI Certification on Your Next Dive Vacation
Aqua Sports, Inc., the premier scuba & rescue training institute based out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has long been known for providing expert instruction and certification courses from Maine to Miami. They have certified thousands of students and are now offering a free PADI dive... - September 30, 2007 - Aqua Sports, Inc.
Morrocco Holidays - Steppes Travel Announces Special Offer in Marrakech
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) is pleased to announce a special offer in Marrakech: (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/offers-page1989.aspx) The special offer is based on 3 nights in Marrakech staying at the Riad Kiza for the price of £595 per person. This includes... - September 30, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Guide to Caribbean Casinos
A fun guide to the Caribbean Casinos loaded with photos and detailed information. Experience a gaming world surrounded by ocean and beaches. - September 29, 2007 - Online-Gambling-Made-Easy.com
Local Travel Agency Launches Brand New Travel Website
Demerara Travel Associates (“DemTravel”) announces the launch of its Brand New Travel Website with enhanced client interaction capabilities and hotel booking system featuring more than 41,000 hotels. - September 28, 2007 - Demerara Travel Associates
Guide to European Casinos
A fun guide to the European Casinos loaded with photos and detailed information. Experience a gaming world surrounded by Old World charm. - September 28, 2007 - Online-Gambling-Made-Easy.com
Golden Tulip Celebrated 25 Years
Golden Tulip Epe celebrated yesterday its 25th anniversary with loyal guests, business partners, Ambassador Club members, suppliers and local authorities. The hotel has been, for years, the largest hotel in the region of Epe and one of the biggest employers in the area, with 85 employees. In... - September 28, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Eurotrade and Golden Tulip Enter a Global Investement Agreement
Golden Tulip announces its entry into a strategic investment programme with Eurotrade, a private equity investment firm, for the composition of a global real estate portfolio. A substantial contribution to the expansion of Golden Tulip Hotels, Inns & Resorts is also in the planning. The... - September 27, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
LRA Worldwide Senior Consultant Gary Tan to Serve as Panelist at HSMAI’s ASIA Connect 2007 Forum in Singapore
LRA Senior Consultant Gary Tan will serve as an expert panelist at the 3rd Annual ASIA Connect Forum in Singapore. The event is being held at the M Hotel Singapore on Friday, October 5, 2007. Tan’s panel, titled “Hospitality Rating Systems & Quality Assurance Standards,” is... - September 26, 2007 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Individuals Can Now Experience San Diego on the Run
Guided Running Tours Gives San Diego Tourists & Locals a New View - September 25, 2007 - City Running Tours
Acellus Communications Announces Nationwide Internet Access CD
Acellus' Internet access CD makes a great premium give-away for companies and other organizations since it is a great item for just about any Internet user to keep handy as connectivity insurance or just to save money. - September 24, 2007 - Worldwide Internet, Inc.
OTL Announces the Launch of the 2007 Wage & Benefit Surveys for the Wine, Full Service Restaurant and Lodging/Hospitality Industries
Outside the Lines, Inc. (OTL), the Sonoma, CA based Wine & Hospitality Industry consulting firm, has launched their 2007 Wine & Hospitality Industry Wage and Benefits Surveys. These comprehensive surveys are targeted specifically to each individual industry: Wine, Full-Service Restaurant... - September 24, 2007 - Community Cafe & Annex Wine Bar
Inspirational Philanthropists in Monaco
Tracy Mattes, who was raised in the USA, is recognized by Citywealth as one of the most inspirational residents of the Principality of Monaco for her entrepreneurial activities and Philanthropic efforts. - September 23, 2007 - Jaguar Sports Corp.
No Trick: SinglesCruise.com’s® Popular Annual Halloween Cruise Just the Treat for Single Adults
Kids are not the only ones who look forward to Halloween. Nearly 450 single adults from across the country will be packing Halloween costumes along with their bathing suits to celebrate the festive holiday on their Fall cruise vacation through SinglesCruise.com. The 7-night Caribbean cruise on the... - September 21, 2007 - SinglesCruise.com
Iatria Spa and Health Center Voted "Best Place to Buy a Gift for a Woman" in Western Wake County
Erika Mangrum, president of Iatria Spa and Health Center, has announced that the spa has been voted the “Best Place to Buy a Gift for a Woman” in western Wake County by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina in The Cary News’ yearly “Best... - September 20, 2007 - Iatria Day Spa
Discovery Initiatives Announces Two New Tours to the Volcanoes of Galapagos and the Great Mountain Gorilla Gathering in Uganda
Discovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) has announced the launch of two new tours to Galapagos and Uganda. Discovery Initiatives’ new Galapagos Volcanology and Ecology... - September 20, 2007 - Discovery Initiatives
Steppes Travel Launches New Travel Ideas Section on Website
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has today launched its new Travel Ideas section on its website (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/travel-ideas-page2570.aspx). The new Travel Ideas section aims to give visitors news and suggestions of the latest, exciting new places to visit and... - September 20, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Fishing, Hunting, and Outdoor Adventure Business Owners Get Online Tools
The site is another in a series of projects by Daybreak Web Designs. The site is entitled "Worldwide Charter and Guide Directory" and is located at www.charter-guide.info. - September 20, 2007 - Daybreak Web Designs
Steppes Travel Announces New Autumn Lecture Series
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has announced its new Autumn lecture series. (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/steppes-lectures-page1728.aspx). There will be a series of four lectures. The first lecture, on October 9th, covers two areas: "The Great Namibian Journey" by... - September 19, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Steppes Travel Publishes New Sample Itineraries for Holidays to Peru
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has published new sample itineraries for people looking to take a holiday in Peru. (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/peru-page42.aspx). While Steppes Travel specialises in creating tailor-made holidays for its clients, it publishes a number of sample... - September 17, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Discovery Initiatives Announces a Late Availability Offer for a Tiger Study Tour in India.
Discovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) has announced a late availability offer for a tiger study tour in India. The tiger study tour to India commences on November 18th 2007. There are just a few places left on this tour and Discovery Initiatives are offering up to... - September 16, 2007 - Discovery Initiatives
Discovery Initiatives Announces the Launch of New Wildlife and Cultural Tours
Discovery Initiatives announces the launch of new wildlife and cultural tours to Mexico, Galapagos, Kenya, India and Zimbabwe. - September 16, 2007 - Discovery Initiatives
MakeMyTrip.com Accomplishes Another Industry-First
Now search for the best hotel deals as per your preference anywhere, anytime with the Hotel Tool-Bar on the website - September 16, 2007 - Make My Trip India Pvt. Ltd.
Restaurant Referral Offers Online Dining Guide for U.S. Travelers
Online dining guide offers reliable dining recommendations nationwide. Reliable referrals let travelers select from fine and casual restaurant recommendations. - September 15, 2007 - Restaurant Referral
Domestic Travel in Thailand - New Website Published with Up to Date Flight Information
A new exciting website has now been published with full details of all domestic flights within Thailand. Make your next trip to www.domesticflightsthailand.com. If you have ever tried searching the internet for a domestic flight within Thailand, you will know the information is not easy to find. Trying to find a flight from Phuket to Chiang Mai can mean hours spent trawling through various airlines' websites or getting incomplete information. - September 15, 2007 - IIF
Golden Tulip Hotels in the Middle East Win Four Awards for the Fourth Consecutive Year "4x4"
With an attendance of well over 700, the four l the MENA award ceremony, the Golden Tulip Hotels, Inns and Resorts for the 4th year in a row won 4 awards for their properties in the MENA Region - September 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Golden Tulip Welcomes Golden Tulip Al Barsha
Golden Tulip Hospitality & Noor Capital enter into agreement for the management of the Golden Tulip Al Barsha located next to the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. - September 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
Golden Tulip Sharjah Due to Open in October
Golden Tulip Hotels, Inns & Resorts proudly announces the near opening of Golden Tulip Sharjah, located on the Buhairah Lagoon - September 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
1000 Room Golden Tulip in Ajman, United Arab Emirates
Golden Tulip Hospitality welcomes one of the largest properties in United Arab Emirates to its family, the Golden Tulip Ajman, due to open early 2008 - September 15, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
AsianAirfares.com Announces New Online Travel Booking Service
Global travel web Portal AsianAirfares.com opens for bookings - September 15, 2007 - Asian Airfares Group