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Tampa Company Buys 38.5 Acres for 216-Unit Apartment Complex in Bradenton, FL
A Tampa company has paid $2.7 million for a 38.5-acre tract where it plans to build an apartment complex. Park 30 Partners LLC intends to build 216 apartments on the property on 33rd Street East, near State Road 70 and U.S. 301 in Manatee County. The project, known as Preserve at Walden Lake, has... - September 14, 2016 - Dennis Kotaska
Newly Redesigned Maydan Restaurant Offers Sophisticated Seaside Dining Experience at Casa Dorada Los Cabos
As part of a larger renovation project, Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa, a five-star beachfront resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, has just announced the re-inauguration of one of its seaside restaurants, Maydan, which has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation and reopened to the public on... - September 14, 2016 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Announcing the Launch of a Fully-Featured Africa Safari Website
Wild Africa Explorers is pleased to announce the launch of its fully-featured website, www.wildafricaexplorers.com. The new site has extensive content including discounted and Eco-tourism tour packages that benefit you, communities, wildlife and environments. Wild Africa Explorers website is... - September 12, 2016 - Wild Africa Explorers
The Cuban Culinary Revolution Starts Now
The Inaugural Havana Culinary Exchange September 24 – October 1, 2016, brings together Leading Chefs, Sommeliers, Mixologists and Wineries from United States and Cuba for a week of great food and wine on the island of Cuba. - September 11, 2016 - CasaQ
Doreen Colburn Honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Doreen Colburn of Idaho Springs, Colorado has been honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of travel. About Doreen Colburn Ms. Colburn is a Travel Consultant at Allegro... - September 08, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Sears Vacations Re-Imagines Online Hotel Discounts
Sears Vacations has engineered a new way to book hotels that allows anyone to sign-in to see unpublished hotel prices. - September 03, 2016 - Sears Vacations
Introducing “Korea Rural Tourism Supporters," Seekers of Korea Rural Adventures
The “Korea Rural Tourism Supporters (KRTS)” program was launched as a part of the business project conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and public institution “Korea Rural Community Corporation” in order to promote Korea's agritourism to foreigners. - September 02, 2016 - Korea Tourism Organization
HotelsPro Appointed New Managing Director
HotelsPro, a technology and reservation solutions provider for travel industry professionals and a brand of the world's leading travel and accommodation supplier MetGlobal Group of Companies, appointed a New Managing Director. Assigned in senior finance executive roles at the leading companies of... - September 01, 2016 - HotelsPro
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Selling Freenotes Harmony Park Outdoor Instruments
Noah's Park & Playgrounds Now Offering Wide Variety of Freenotes Harmony Park Outdoor Instruments to its online E-commerce store, www.noahsplay.com - September 01, 2016 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Krieghoff Shooters Bring Home Silver and Bronze Medals from Olympics in Rio
Krieghoff celebrated a record number of shooters to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, earning the first Olympic Medals for the brand since Donald Haldeman’s Gold Medal in 1976 in Montréal. Marcus Svensson (SWE) won the Silver Medal in Men’s Skeet. Corey Cogdell-Unrein won the Bronze Medal in Women’s Trap. This was the second Olympic medal for Corey (USA). - August 29, 2016 - Krieghoff International
Award-Winning Television Series "The Wildlife Docs" Returns for Its Fourth Season on ABC
Natural 9 Entertainment Produced Family Program Sets Off on New Adventures at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay® and Beyond - August 26, 2016 - Viardo Artists
Smart Lithium-Ion Battery System by Lithium Boost Technologies to Enhance Performance of GEM 48V-72V Low-Speed Electric Vehicles
Lithium Boost announces the successful installation of its innovative lithium-ion battery solution in golf carts manufactured by Polaris and GEM, and shares its customer’s testimonials. Following long periods of driving and testing their LSVs, the customers reported enhanced performance, including doubling the range, and expressed continuous satisfaction from Lithium Boost solution that eliminated the maintenance hassle and moreover, shortened charge time, which means cut in electricity cost. - August 23, 2016 - Lithium Boost Technologies
Hospitality Qatar 2016, Partnered with CrowdReviews.com, Announces Multi-Tiered Growth Fueling Opportunities in Qatar’s Hotel, Restaurant, and Café Industry
Fourteen companies join Hospitality Qatar 2016 as sponsors with eye on tapping market wave. - August 23, 2016 - topseos.com
San Ignacio Resort Hotel in Belize Celebrates 40 Years of Family Hospitality
San Ignacio Resort Hotel is celebrating its 40th anniversary and to commemorate the event, the hotel will launch several activities highlighting and celebrating its importance as a pioneer in the Belize hospitality industry. - August 18, 2016 - San Ignacio Resort Hotel
Taste of Japan at Los Angeles Times The Taste
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will be co-hosting “Japan Pavillion” with JNTO (Japan National Trade Org) at LA Times’ The Taste. At The Taste, JETRO will host a booth with different types of ramen from LA local restaurants and showcase various traditional ingredients in it. - August 15, 2016 - Japan External Trade Organization
Equiant’s Credit Card Processing Again Certified at Highest Level
Only Timeshare Loan Servicer to Achieve PCI Level 1 Certification - August 09, 2016 - Equiant
800 lb. White Sturgeon Caught on Fraser River, Canada
2 charter guests got the fish of a lifetime on August 5th, 2016 in pursuit of Fraser river Sturgeon. The giant Sturgeon measured 11 feet 3 inches measured nose to fork of the tail. This Sturgeon river monster was caught right in Mission, British Columbia, Canada which claims itself to be the Sturgeon capital of North America. The massive 110 yr. old White Sturgeon was promptly released after a few pics as per regulations. - August 08, 2016 - Silversides Fishing Adventures
Vegan Soulfest
A celebration of culture and vegan living. - August 05, 2016 - The Land of Kush
Announcing the Launch of MyTripKarma - The All-in-One Social Travel Application
A brand new travel application that addresses the pain points of travelers around the world, has been launched. It's called MyTripKarma.com and it's powered by TravelCarma's robust travel technology platform. - August 02, 2016 - MyTripKarma
Travel and Tourism in Colombia Boosted by Rising International Arrivals and Government Funding to Build New Airports
International arrivals grew by 16.3% in 2015. Furthermore, a ceasefire agreement to put an end to the 50-year conflict between the government and FARC rebels has been signed in June 2016. - July 29, 2016 - Market Research Hub
Lotus Trips Tour Company Launches Eight-Day Guided Bali Bliss Tours for Women
Unique and sustainable eight-day escorted tour designed for women uncovers Bali beyond Eat Pray Love fame. Maximum of eight women per tour. Available for booking now. - July 28, 2016 - Lotus Trips Tour Company
2x Ms. Canada Globe, Kimberly Castle Takes 1st Place in the International Region for the 2016 Jetset Magazine Cover Model Search
2x Ms. Canada Globe, published author and health and wellness expert Kimberly Castle took 1st place for the International Region in the 2016 Jetset Magazine Cover Model Search on July 14th, 2016 securing one of only 60 spots in the finals. The Miss Jetset Cover Model Search is a contest where... - July 20, 2016 - Kimberly Castle
Mad Rabbit Distillery Announces Official Grand Opening
Mad Rabbit Distillery continues to create new signature cocktails featuring their delicious spirits, in preparation for the Official Grand Opening Celebration Thursday July 21, 2016 from 3:00 to 10:00pm. Located at 10860 Dover St. Westminster, CO - July 19, 2016 - Mad Rabbit Distillery
Venture Expands Tour Offerings to Greenwich Village
The world has long been captivated by the bohemian spirit of Greenwich Village. The Village has always encouraged creative minds and promoted free expression. It has been home to visionaries such as Edward Hopper, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Jack Kerouac, Willa Cather and others. Classic bands like... - July 19, 2016 - Venture
HotelsPro Appointed New Sales Manager for UK and Ireland
HotelsPro, a leading global travel wholesaler and a part of MetGlobal Group of Companies, officially announced the appointment of a new sales manager for its UK and Ireland market. - July 15, 2016 - HotelsPro
King's Creek Plantation Selects Equiant to Service Loan and Maintenance Fee Receivables
King's Creek Plantation LLC of Williamsburg, Va., has selected Equiant of Scottsdale, Ariz., to service its mortgage loan and maintenance fee receivables. “Once we saw what was possible with their technology and how that translates into significantly better information for us and for our... - July 12, 2016 - Equiant
Ivan Amodei's Intimate Illusions – a Magical and Musical Experience
Intimate Illusions performs 7 shows set in a glass high-rise hip hotel just a 2-minute walk from Boston Commons. The show offers a truly memorable experience during your Boston vacation or city outing. Filled with world-class magic, fantastic storytelling, audience participation and incredible live music with concert cellist, this intimate performance weaves original, thought-provoking illusions, wit, humor, and dazzling live music together with an entertaining theatrical twist. - July 11, 2016 - Eclipse Production Studios, Inc
Canyon Calling Adventures for Women – Now Offering Their First Cuba Tour
Women’s Touring Company Offers Cultural Adventures Throughout the Island Nation. Canyon Calling has set dates for their first People to People tour of Cuba. Featuring historical, cultural and recreational attractions, the tour provides an opportunity for women travelers to experience Havana and the scenic Cuban countryside in a supportive environment. The company is now welcoming bookings for their tour departing May 3, 2017. - July 10, 2016 - Canyon Calling Adventures For Women
Floridays Resort Announces Exciting New Partnerships with Orlando Attractions
Floridays Resort, Named “The Number #1 Family Friendly Hotel in the USA and #5 in the World” by Tripadvisor, is pleased to announce new partnerships with acclaimed children’s theme park, Legoland and local area family attraction, The Crayola Experience. The award-winning resort... - July 07, 2016 - Paramount Hospitality Management
KiwiTaxi on the Largest Airports in the World
Even small towns usually have their own airports, let alone millionaire-cities with dense tourist traffic. KiwiTaxi did some research on which airports are truly considered the largest ones in the world. - July 07, 2016 - Kiwitaxi.com
Casa Dorada Awarded 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Recognized as a Top Performing Resort as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site. - June 30, 2016 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
The Scott’s Lounge Debuts as Destination for Drinks & Live Music
The Scott's Lounge, a new eatery and bar for professionals in Moon Township, is a go-to Happy Hour destination new the Pittsburgh International Airport. - June 23, 2016 - The Scott's Lounge
Paramount Hospitality Management Named Winner of LUX Magazine’s 2016 Hospitality Awards
LUX Magazine recently announced that Paramount Hospitality Management was awarded Best Luxury Accommodation Management Company – Orlando. This award is on the heels of another distinction as one of Paramount’s properties, the Floridays Resort Orlando, was recently named by... - June 22, 2016 - Paramount Hospitality Management
Hillwalk Tours Earns 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Amongst their numerous latest awards, Hillwalk Tours has earned their 5th consecutive TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. This, coupled with the recent move to a large new office, surely means the company is heading in the right direction. - June 17, 2016 - Hillwalk Tours
Boutique Blends Cigars Presents the Aging Room Solera
Aging Room Solera using a different method of aging. - June 07, 2016 - Boutique Blends Cigars
HotelsPro and Juniper Strengthen Their Partnership by Upgrading HotelsPro’s New API
HotelsPro and Juniper announced the integration of HotelsPro’s New API, emphasizing speed of delivering hotel inventory to travel professionals. - June 07, 2016 - HotelsPro
MIPR Holdings LLC Announces Formation of Cannabis Investment Division
With this new service, MIPR closes the gap for investors seeking strong growth opportunities. - June 06, 2016 - Heroic Media Group, LLC
MOLLA Services - Motel Hotel Lounge Lodging and Accommodation Services Announces New Website
MOLLA Services (Motel Hotel Lounge Lodging and Accommodation Services) announces its brand new website providing detailed information on hotels, motels, lodges, guest houses, mansions, and all types temporary accommodations across the location and tourist places. MOLLA Services' aim is to provide absolutely free information on all types of temporary dwelling places. - June 03, 2016 - MOLLA Services
Paramount Hospitality Will Use SMS to Drive Customer Engagement and Revenue
In the hospitality industry several hotel brands have recently moved towards mobile messaging to enable guests to communicate needs during their stay. What is unique about Paramount Hospitality Management’s strategy is that the hotels will now send highly personalized messages to their guests... - June 01, 2016 - Paramount Hospitality Management
12 Revay Hotel and Helvetic Clinics Budapest Highly Commended at the IMTJ Medical Travel Awards 2016
The 12 Revay Hotel has been highly commended in the "BEST MEDICAL TOURISM HOTEL OF THE YEAR" category by the International Medical Travel Journal, (IMTJ) at the annual awards ceremony in Madrid. The judges pointed out the revolutionary concept of Helvetic Dental Clinics tailoring every... - May 31, 2016 - Helvetic Dental Clinics
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa Reveals Redecorated Suites
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa, a five-star Cabo San Lucas resort has just announced the completion of a remodeling and redecoration project that included all suites and several public areas of the resort. Guests will now enjoy a refreshed new experience with the same first-class... - May 30, 2016 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Avanti Resort Earns 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
The Avanti Resort located on Orlando’s famed IDrive announced today that it received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. Now in its third year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. - May 26, 2016 - Paramount Hospitality Management
The Expanded Panama Canal Will Take on Its First Ship on June 26
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. is pleased to announce that the expanded Panama Canal will take on its first ship in June. - May 22, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Who is Moving to Panama? - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. Provides a Detailed Report
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. provides a detailed report of the people moving to Panama in a span of 11 years. - May 13, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Robert Turner and Jinyan Li Has Been Named to Head the London and Shanghai Offices of HotelsPro
HotelsPro, part of MetGlobal group of companies and the leading global provider of travel and hospitality solutions, announced opening of its two new offices in United Kingdom and China. Robert Turner and Jinyan Li has been named to head the London and Shanghai offices. “The opening of the... - May 11, 2016 - HotelsPro
7 Tips to Adjusting to the Rainy Season in Panama is Panama Relocation Tours’ Newest Article
Panama Relocation Tours, a one of a kind tour company that offers relocation and retirement tour packages in Panama, is delighted to feature its newest article entitled “7 Tips to Adjusting to the Rainy Season in Panama.” - May 11, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Newest Collection of Art by Famed 3-D Artist, Charles Fazzino, Memorializes the Northeast Region in Stone Harbor, NJ Show
Ocean Galleries hosts Master 3-D artist, Charles Fazzino, for a Memorial Day weekend exhibition. The collection includes over 50 pieces of art, featuring 3-D limited edition fine art silkscreen serigraphs and one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia customized with Fazzino’s distinctive artwork. One of the show highlights will be artwork featuring the northeast region, cities, and sports teams. “Charles Fazzino: The Master of 3D Pop Art” runs Friday, May 27, 2016 through Monday, May 30, 2016. - May 10, 2016 - Ocean Galleries
A-Z Bus Sales, Inc. Signs Four-State Exclusive Dealership Agreement with Tiffany Coach Builders
A-Z Bus Sales becomes first dealership to Tiffany Coach Builders, a premium luxury bus and limousine manufacturer. - May 06, 2016 - A-Z Bus Sales
Joyce Corsi Hazen Earns CIPS Designation in Global Real Estate Network
Joyce Corsi Hazen, REALTOR, has successfully earned the International Property Specialist certification and her services will include the ability to complete international transactions. - May 05, 2016 - Joyce Corsi Hazen
Latin America Medical Cannabis Conference in Costa Rica on July 27-29th
The purpose of this conference is to provide education on the subject of the fast-growing Medical Cannabis Industry, and provide first-hand stories from people who have been helping patients using Medical Cannabis. In Latin American, Colombia and Uruguay have already passed Medical Cannabis legislation and Costa Rica; Chile, Peru, Mexico and Argentina have bills in the works. - April 28, 2016 - Costa Rican Medical Care