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Presque Isle Downs & Casino Announces Hot Summer Concert Series
Presque Isle Downs & Casino will stage an outdoor summer concert series featuring, among others, Grammy-nominees The Fabulous Thunderbirds and American icon and former Billboard Number #1 artist Chubby Checker and the Wildcats. Also headlining this year’s series is former teen idol,... - May 08, 2013 - MTR
Bandits Adding Mobile Zip Line by Extreme Engineering for 2013
Extreme Engineering will be providing the River Bandits with a mobile zip line, one of the first minor league teams to get a Fly Wire™ portable zip line. - May 06, 2013 - Extreme Engineering
"Privileged World Travel Club, Inc." Announces the Planning to Implement Specially Designed Travel Packages to Receive Chinese Tourists in 9 US Cities
Highly Beneficial and Profitable Contract with Chinese Travel Operators. - May 06, 2013 - Privileged World Travel Club, Inc.
ixigo.com Named "Awesome Startup Workplace"
Placed among top 15 awesome startup workplaces in India. - May 04, 2013 - ixigo
Singing Sands Inn Announces Results of Its First-Ever Facebook Competition
Singing Sands Inn's debut Facebook contest has come to a close - the contest has been a great success, drawing in many great entries and showcasing the dedication of contestants to sharing and getting votes on their photos. It was a winner-take-all competition, with contestants vying for a 5-night stay for two at the resort, inclusive of breakfast daily and airport transfers. - May 03, 2013 - Singing Sands Inn
Fernie Alpine Resort, Your One-Stop for Summer Adventure is Set to Open on June 29th
Annoucement of Fernie Alpine Resort Summer Operations in Fernie, BC, Canada including Mountain Biking, Hiking, Aerial Park, Zipline, Historical Town and more. - May 02, 2013 - Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
Amazon Kindle Launch: “Easy Etiquette in France - A Traveler’s Guide to Understanding French Culture & Behaviors”
Amazon Kindle and KT Publishing announce the official launch of “Easy Etiquette in France”- the second book in the “Easy Etiquette” Travel Series by Australian Author Kevyn Townley. - May 01, 2013 - KT Publishing
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Unveils Exclusive New Activity Portfolio
A true Cabo vacation is all about a fun-packed experience and after five years of creating memories, Casa Dorada Los Cabos is an expert. In an effort to offer guests exclusive access to one-of-a-kind activities and great value, the luxury Cabo San Lucas resort is launching a brand new activity... - April 29, 2013 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Los Angeles Megaclub, Restaurant, Concert & Event Venue Club 333 Installs aireus iPad POS Solution
Club 333 selects aireus for its cloud advanced architecture and easy to use iPad POS solution. aireus allows Club 333 to be totally mobile and streamlined to deliver personalized guest service. The aireus solution combines powerful reporting and configuration capabilities in the back office with an... - April 26, 2013 - aireus
aireus is Proud to Announce Untitled, Chicago as New Customer
A restaurant iPad point-of-sale (POS) software company, aireus, previously ISISPOS, is delighted to announce the renowned Chicago restaurant Untitled as one of its latest customers. Untitled lies hidden behind unmarked doors at 111 West Kinzie, in the heart of River North. It has a well-earned... - April 26, 2013 - aireus
A Summer of Rhapsody Concert Series
A Summer of Rhapsody Concert Series presented by EM Corporate Events is bringing you the best in indie entertainment all summer long. It is the first annual concert in San Diego that celebrates local indie artists while honoring our brave wounded warriors. - April 26, 2013 - EM Corporate Events
Waikiki Residents File Appeal Against Department of Planning and Permitting Decision for Ritz Carlton Tower, PACREP LLC
Waikiki Residents Together with the Waikiki Area Residents Association Assert that the Decision Allegedly Fails to Meet Waikiki Special District Guidelines. - April 25, 2013 - 2121kuhiotower.com
Local Scotsman Shouts Out to the World That Margaret River is "Famous Down Under"
Aside from its cheekiness, it states the obvious; being that Margaret River is Famous Down Under! Margaret River is now shared with the world via the web and smart phone apps, ensuring that everyone knows about this famous region and local businesses. - April 25, 2013 - The Margaret River Guide
New Exciting Travel Business is Launched in Flemington, New Jersey
New Exciting Travel Business is Launched in Flemington! - April 25, 2013 - Cruise Planners - Diane Gagliardo
Lakani Private Jet African Adventure with Complimentary Blue Train Booking Incentive
Lakani World Tours announces their 2014 African Adventure by Private Jet. Those passengers who book and deposit on their African Adventure by VIP Private Jet by April 1, 2013 – will receive a complimentary one-night post-tour extension on the famed Blue Train. African Adventure explores the... - April 25, 2013 - Lakani World Tours
Ambergris Caye Receives Top Honor from TripAdvisor - the Belizean Island Now Ranks First on the Traveler's Choice "Top 10 Islands - World" List
TripAdvisor has introduced a new award category to its burgeoning list of award groups: the “Traveler’s Choice Top 10 Islands – World” category. 2013 will always be remembered as the year in which Ambergris Caye, Belize, gained new levels of prestige and topped this list of best islands, not only in the Caribbean, but in the entire world. - April 23, 2013 - Grand Caribe Belize Resort and Condominiums
De Vere Venues Reaches New Heights with Altitude London Management Contract
De Vere Venues, the UK leader in meeting, conference and events space, has won the management contract for Altitude London, one of the UK Capital’s most spectacular and high profile group of venues. - April 22, 2013 - Altitude London
Latin America Looks to Swiss for Global Solutions
Economic antithesis in South America leads to similar hotelier ambition with GlobRes. - April 20, 2013 - Global Reservation Agent AG
Trek For Autism Event Featuring Original Cast Members to Benefit AchieveKids Schools
“Captain Pike Found Alive with Spock’s Wife in Cupertino, CA.” - April 18, 2013 - Bluelight Cinemas
UF Alumna LadyBroadway Martina Sykes Wraps Exclusive Norwegian Cruise Performances
University of Florida Alumna LadyBroadway Martina Sykes wraps six month tour performance aboard Norwegian Star Cruise ship - April 18, 2013 - Lady Broadway
Chile Geotourism Comes to USA Markets –Darwin's Chiloé
New USA-Chile Tour Agency Partnership Offers Geotourism to Isla Chiloé Following Charles Darwin's Voyage of the Beagle. - April 18, 2013 - ToMarket LLC
Chapman Freeborn Australia Team Up with Australian Luxury Escapes to Provide Private Jet Tours in the Land Down Under
With this partnership, Chapman Freeborn has been appointed the exclusive air charter provider and will work with Australian Luxury Escapes to create unique private jet tour experiences. - April 18, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Fly Wire™ Zip Line at This Year’s Indy 500
Race Fans Experience Acceleration & Exhilaration at This Year’s Indy 500 on the Fly Wire Zip Line by Extreme Engineering. - April 17, 2013 - Extreme Engineering
Amistad Tour Reinforces Its Presence in Georgia with a New Website
The Leading Tour Operator in the Caucasus Invites Tourists to Travel to Georgia. - April 17, 2013 - Amistad Tour
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide to Japan" Pre-Vacation Season Sale
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" is discounted 20% during the pre-vacation season. - April 17, 2013 - Armand Vaquer, Author
Luxury Travel Ltd. Launches Scheduled Departures in Vietnam and Cambodia
Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has launched the first in a series of set departure, luxury travel packages in Vietnam and Cambodia, allowing guests to experience the finest food, nature and culture, while discovering the countries' essential highlights and witnessing its astounding diversity, from North to South. - April 13, 2013 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Custom College Visits Announces Partnership with Frosch Travel
Custom College Visits, a company that offers tailor-made campus tour itineraries for college-bound students and their families, today announced that it has entered into a partnership with Frosch Travel (FROSCH), one of the leading travel management companies in the U.S. This new partnership will... - April 12, 2013 - Custom College Visits
April 18th Open House to Honor Carleton McCambridge Exhibit Closing at EXIT Realty Metro Gallery
Western Artist Carleton McCambridge is closing his art exhibit at the EXIT Realty Metro Gallery. In honor of his work, the Gallery is hosting a farewell to the artist networking event April 18th from 5:30-8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. - April 12, 2013 - EXIT Realty Metro
DogSpin.com Launches in New York City to Help Dog Owners Navigate City Life with Their Dogs
DogSpin.com has just launched in New York City to help dog owners navigate city life with their dogs. The site features guides to dog parks, city pet law, dog trainers, daycare and boarding, and fun excursions for you and your dog in NYC. - April 11, 2013 - Madison Square Ventures LLC
Macingaz Group Releases YourtTrip v1.3.0 - Travel Route Planner for Mac
Efficient travel route planner for Mac, special app for travel lovers to keep their trip information and memory. - April 11, 2013 - Macingaz Group
MTR Gaming Invests in Smokeless Air
MTR Gaming Group, Inc. recently acquired a state-of-the-art air purification system for two of its casinos. - April 08, 2013 - MTR
Avoid Your Maintenance Fees by Transferring Your Timeshare with Newton Group Transfers
Timeshare transfer industry leader urges timeshare owners to plan early in order to avoid another year of steep maintenance fees. - April 08, 2013 - Newton Group Transfers
Luxury Travel Ltd. Begins Joint Effort with Uruguay Tour Operator to Promote High End Vietnam Tourism Products in Brazil
Vietnam is a new holiday destination for Latin America holidaymakers. Now, Asia’s most innovative luxury travel and tour company brings Vietnam high-end tourism products closer to travel agents in Sao Paulo, Brazil. - April 07, 2013 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
An Authentic Experience at the Mekong Lodge
Embracing authentic experience in Mekong Delta, Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has launched the two day tour "An Authentic Experience at the Mekong Lodge.” - April 07, 2013 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Pacific Coachworks, Inc. Reports 30% Increase in RV Sales
Pacific Coachworks, Inc. (PCW) (www.pacificcoachworks.com) a manufacturer of high quality recreational vehicles announced today that its RV sales for the first quarter show an increase of 30% when compared to first quarter of 2012, and anticipates that growth to persist through the summer... - April 06, 2013 - Pacific Coachworks, Inc.
Luxury Travel in Vietnam Grows Despite Global Economic Difficulties
FITs drive European traffic into Vietnam in this tough time. - April 05, 2013 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
World Expeditions Launches Hawaii Itinerary
Leading Australian adventure travel company, World Expeditions, has launched a new Hawaii - Hiking the Aloha Isles itinerary. - April 05, 2013 - World Expeditions
Law Offices of Alan C. Shafner Achieves Milestone Ruling on Hotels' Responsibilities
Shafner firm persuades Colorado Court of Appeals to rule that hotels must use reasonable care when evicting a guest if there is a foreseeable risk that the guest will suffer harm as a result of the eviction. - March 28, 2013 - Law Offices of Alan C. Shafner
Tourireland.com Launches Gourmet Food Tour with Acclaimed Irish Chef/Restaurateur and Food Writer Clodagh Mckenna
Tourireland.com announces the launch of a new Gourmet Food Tour that has been created with celebrity chef and food writer Clodagh McKenna. The tour will be a self-guided tour based on Clodagh’s Irish Food Trails TV series. - March 27, 2013 - tourireland.com
First Car Rental "Badges" Big Events
In recognition of First Car Rental's large contingent of sportsmen and women, in 2013 the car rental company will "badge" some of the big sporting events in March. - March 27, 2013 - First Car Rental
Download the First Car Rental City Guide App and Explore South Africa This Easter
For South Africans hitting the road this Easter, First Car Rental in association with Tourism Radio offers travellers the perfect companion to assist them during their stay in South Africa’s top cities. - March 27, 2013 - First Car Rental
Wade & Debi Norton of Northstar Travel Announced Today That They Have Joined Cruise Planners
American Express Travel, an award-winning national cruise and travel company. Affiliation means that “Cruise Planners • Northstar” can now offer customers exclusive pricing on a wide range of cruise destinations, wedding packages, a choice of thousands of group departures, private cruise sales, as well as cabin upgrades and special amenities such as shore excursions. - March 26, 2013 - Cruise Planners • Northstar Travel
First Car Rental Earns Best in Car Hire Service in South Africa
True to its payoff line: First In Car Hire, First In Service, First Car Rental has won 1st place at the highly-regarded South African Service Awards in the Travel and Related Services category beating all of its car hire competitors in South Africa. - March 25, 2013 - First Car Rental
Malaysia Airlines Eyes Brisbane Expecting Higher Demand for the New Season - SearchCheapFlights
The route will be operated using the new A330 300s with daily flights starting on the 20th of June. - March 24, 2013 - Search Cheap Flights
New Online Travel Portal Launched in India: www.24x7Booking.com
24x7Booking.com is a global travel portal offering one stop platform for all travel and hospitality needs. It offers end to end travel services to business and leisure travellers at competitive prices. 24x7Booking.com offers booking of domestic and international air tickets, car & coach rentals, bus tickets, holidays, meetings and incentive travel. - March 24, 2013 - 24x7booking
Lucky Adventure Travel Indochina – Summer Promotion 2013
ActiveTravel Asia (ATA) has launched “Great summer holiday with lucky travels” for summer promotion 2013 in Vietnam, Lao, Cambodia. The program applies to all customers requesting the tour on their website from 25 March to 30 September 2013. - March 22, 2013 - Active Travel Asia
Jeff Macauley Sings Norman Gimbel at NYC's Don't Tell Mama Saturday, March 30th at 7:30pm, Presented by Cabaret Obscura
Jeff Macauley sings the lyrics of Norman Gimbel in "It Was Me." Norman Gimbel wrote the words to Girl From Ipanema, Sway, Killing Me Softly With His Song, the theme to Wonder Woman and many other pop standards of the last 60 years. Jeff Macauley is a Backstage Magazine's Bistro Award winning singer specializing in classic American Pop of the last 80 years. - March 20, 2013 - Cabaret Obscura
Travel Deemed More Important Than Marriage & Starting a Family
New survey draws connection between happiness and travelling. - March 18, 2013 - G Adventures
Seven Stars Travel TV-Show Wins International Tourism Media Award with Karkloof Safari Spa, South Africa at ITB Berlin
Attended by Ministers of Tourism from all over the world The Golden City Gate annual award event supported by ITB Berlin, the largest travel show in the world, counted this year over a 100 submissions from 37 countries. The Seven Stars Travel TV-Show, produced by Seven Stars and Stripes Inc, was last week bestowed with the International Tourism Media Master Award for their innovative luxury travel TV-Show Karkloof Safari Spa, South Africa. - March 17, 2013 - Seven Stars
Exotic Voyages Share Unique Travel Ideas at PATA Exchange London
The leading Asia Luxury Company Exotic Voyages has recently joined the 5th PATA Exchange in London, where they share their unique travel ideas in designing luxury and authentic trips to Asia. - March 17, 2013 - Exotic Voyages