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Domaine Serene Takes All Six Top Spots in a Blind Tasting Against Some of Burgundy’s Finest

Is There a New Benchmark in World-Class Chardonnay? - July 01, 2013 - Domaine Serene

County Country Homes Welcomes The Gryphon to Prince Edward County

An 1840 house is rebuilt in Prince Edward County Ontario. This architectural gem has been disassembled and rebuilt in a spectacular location. The historic property is soon to be open for vacation rental by County Country Homes. - June 30, 2013 - County Country Homes

Japan Rail Pass Now Announces Prices Are Down

Japan Rail Pass Now, Australia’s choice for the Japan Rail Pass, announce that JR Rail Pass prices are on the decline and that now is the time to take advantage of these great prices and book a trip to Japan. - June 28, 2013 - Japan Rail Pass Now

Grand Canyon Bus Tours Urges Advance Bookings for July 4 Holiday Weekend

Grand Canyon Bus Tours expects a record-breaking number of visitors to go to the National Park this Fourth of July and is recommending that travelers book coach tours now before trips sell out. - June 27, 2013 - Grand Canyon Bus Tours

Extreme Engineering Provides Westgate Resorts with High Action Adventures

Extreme Engineering outfits Westgate Resorts with a high-action adventure™ area with zip lines, a climbing wall and other adventure products. - June 25, 2013 - Extreme Engineering

Reservation Services International Engages INTUITION for New Product Launch

Perspective Group’s INTUTION service chosen to promote new timeshare delinquency solution. Reservation Services International, a provider of privately branded Leisure Lifestyle and Travel Benefits Programs, has entered into an agreement with Perspective Group, a global PR and Multimedia... - June 25, 2013 - Reservation Services International (RSI)

RSI’s New Deedback Solutions Program Offers Assistance to Resort HOA’s

Deedback Solutions (DBS), a division of Reservation Services International (RSI), provides a professional and seamless service that sees the return of recovered timeshare inventory to a resort or its designee. The new Deedback Solutions is a program specifically to help resurrect delinquent owners... - June 25, 2013 - Reservation Services International (RSI)

Just Orbit Goes Mobile with m.justorbit.com

Just Orbit, which is a highly popular travel planning site has taken a step forward in reaching out to its many users and has launched the mobile version http://m.justorbit.com. The mobile site of Just Orbit has all the exciting features like city reviews, hotel details, list of cities that can be... - June 23, 2013 - JustOrbit

Grand Canyon Helicopters Ready for July 4 Holiday Bookings

Grand Canyon Helicopters, the National Park's number one provider of air tour information, is ready and available to help travelers find the best tours at the lowest rates this coming July 4th holiday. - June 21, 2013 - Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours

Newton Group Transfers Applauds Florida Legislation Aimed at Ridding the Timeshare Disposal Industry of Viking Ship Schemes

The Florida Vacation Plan and Timesharing Act (HB 7025) was passed in the Florida Senate on May 3rd and will go into effect on July 1st of this year. Although it will likely result in some processing delays, this new bill is a smart and sensible move for everyone involved, as it should eliminate fraudulent Viking Ship transfer companies to the benefit of resort developers, while also protecting the owners from being led into a potentially dangerous transfer arrangement. - June 20, 2013 - Newton Group Transfers

Exotic Voyages Promote Summer Luxury Holidays for Families

During the shoulder season from now to the end of September, Exotic Voyages, the leading Asian Luxury Tour operator is launching a lot of great promotion packages for beach stay resorts, especially for family summer holidays. Among the tropical destinations in Southeast Asia, Exotic Voyages are... - June 20, 2013 - Exotic Voyages

Down Under Answers Announces a New Vacation Package to Experience Australian Wildlife, Wine and Wonders

Sensational vacation offer including airfare, touring and accommodation to Sydney, Adelaide and Kangaroo Island. - June 19, 2013 - Down Under Answers

Join Terra Cotta Inn with Their Dare to Go Bare Summertime Nude Sunbathing Room Sale in Sunny Palm Springs, California

Naked skin is in. The media like Huffington Post, NBC, the Today Show and many more are all reporting on a hot new vacation trend...vacationing at topless and nude sunbathing nudist resorts. So join in the fun and see for yourselves why everyone else loves to go skinny dipping on their summer vacations. - June 19, 2013 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa

Early Summer Sale on Yampu Tours’ Highlight Tours

Save up to $700 on all Highlight Tours with Yampu Tours - June 19, 2013 - Yampu.com

Travel to the Wine Country of Chile with Yampu Tours

Experience the Wine Country in Chile with New Options from Yampu Tours - June 19, 2013 - Yampu.com

RSG Developer Services Launches New Website

RSG Developer Services has launched a new website to better explain the products and services they offer for the vacation and fractional ownership industry. RSG Developer Services is an entity that has developed from a desire to focus on its original core business of servicing developers,... - June 16, 2013 - Reservation Services International (RSI)

Iconic Adoba Hotel Dearborn, Michigan Doubles Up on Sustainability

The 773 Guestroom Hotel Awarded TripAdvisor Gold Level GreenLeaders™ Status and Achieves Green Key Certification - June 13, 2013 - Adoba Eco Hotel & Suites

Official Grand Open Date Announced for Hispania

The Hispania team have released the much-anticipated Grand Opening schedule for the newest restaurant — a Mexican Fusion fine dining experience — to open in Downtown Delafield. Hispania will be opening to the public on Friday, June 21st at 601 Genesee Street in Delafield. In addition... - June 10, 2013 - Hispania

Dallas Wine Tours Launch to Rave Reviews

Owners of popular Grapevine Wine Tours bring successful model to Dallas. - June 10, 2013 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC

Laura Rathe Fine Art Announces George Krause: "A Night in Summer White"

Contemporary Houston Art Gallery Presents Artist Exhibition & Signature Summer Event Featuring Works by Internationally Renowned Photographer - June 10, 2013 - Laura Rathe Fine Art

Get Your Free Vietnam Visa on Arrival with IVV

InstantVietnamVisa.com is a division site of Viet Value Travel Co., Ltd is now official online for VOAs needed applicants. "More and more travelers choose visa on arrival in their travel plans to Vietnam because of it's convenience and competitive price. We built IVV as a safe and easy place... - June 10, 2013 - Viet Value Travel Co., Ltd

President of Seven Stars Was on Board of SriLankan Airlines Flight UL 553 - High Risk Emergency Landing

SriLankan Airlines Flight UL 553 was forced to make an emergency landing in Sri Lanka due to engine trouble. On board was the president of Seven Stars and Stripes Inc, the ultimate authority in global luxury travel. - June 07, 2013 - Seven Stars

Luxury Travel Vietnam Wraps Up a Successful WTM Latin America

Vietnam’s First Luxury Travel and Tour Operator (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) to Attract Long Haul Travelers from South America. - June 07, 2013 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

Wisconsin Music Arts Festival Debuts June 2013

Music by some of the best musicians, singers, and songwriters, along with Music Industry Presentations and Workshops compose the Wisconsin Music Arts Festival. The focus of this festival will be the creation of music. The principal location will be the Performing Arts Center at Monroe High School. Monroe's Courthouse Square is the location for the free Festival kick-off concert, as well as the After-Hours Concerts on Friday & Saturday nights. - June 06, 2013 - Monroe Arts Center

Alaska Hooksetters Lodge LLC. Announces Their "Spawn On" Initiative

Alaska Hooksetters Lodge, (www.alaskahooksetters.com), an all-inclusive lodge in Kenai, Alaska is spearheading a catch and release program, Spawn On, that is now mandatory on the famous Kenai River, with an opportunity to spread to other locations around the world. - June 06, 2013 - The Kenai Peninsula

$25 Million Dollar Payment Marks MTR Gaming Group's One Year Anniversary of Its Scioto Downs Racino in Columbus, Ohio

MTR Gaming Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: MNTG) announced today the remittance of the second and final payment for its operating license to the Ohio Lottery Commission for its Scioto Downs Racino in the amount of $25 million dollars. Scioto Downs, which opened June 1, 2012, was the first race track in the... - June 03, 2013 - MTR

Extreme Engineering’s Climbing Wall is at the "One & Only" Resort in the Maldives

Extreme Engineering installs a climbing wall at a “One & Only” resort located in the Maldives. - May 30, 2013 - Extreme Engineering

Spa Logic Grand Opening, New Salon and Spa Dedicated to Washington DC’s Local and Visiting Clientele

“Beauty comes in all forms” stylists Kathy Luu and Zhen Lin work hard on creating a look that adapts to each client’s preferences, style, feel and personality. Spa Logic, the latest destination for Washington DC hairstyles and fashion will kick off its Grand Opening Thursday June... - May 30, 2013 - Spa Logic

Casa Dorada Los Cabos Earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa, one of Cabo San Lucas top beachfront resorts, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler... - May 29, 2013 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa

Presque Isle Downs & Casino Caters to High Rollers

Presque Isle Downs & Casino recently renovated its casino floor to better accommodate high rollers. High-end slot and blackjack players will experience an improved standard of comfort and privacy in the new 2050-square-foot high roller room located in the southwest corner of the... - May 28, 2013 - MTR

Indonesian/American Singing Duo Make History Being Asked to Sing at Presidential Campain Rally for Prabowo Subianto Event

JohnPaul and Linda, an Indonesian and American singing duo made history by being the first Indonesian/American entertainers asked to perform at a presidential campaign rally for Prabowo Subianto's election in Los Angeles, California this past weekend successfully in front of two thousand people. - May 28, 2013 - JohnPaul and Linda

Lake Fun Just in Time for Memorial Day

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. Users of LakeFun.com indicate that the new site contains a multitude of information not previously available on the web. “The advice about having fun on the water that is available on this site is almost overwhelming,” Lake Fun member John Zerbiak says. “The questions a lake user has are very concentrated, and LakeFun.com left me with a greater understanding of many different lakes.” - May 26, 2013 - Lake Fun

Equestrian Tours, LLC Has Been Appointed the Official U.S. Ticketing Agent for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy

As the Official U.S. Ticketing Agent for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy, Equestrian Tours is offering an Accommodations Package and fully Hosted Programs for the World Equestrian Games as well as Pre-Tours of Paris & the Seine. - May 25, 2013 - Equestrian Tours, LLC

G Adventures Launches Its World of Possibilities Campaign for AARP Members

Tour operator, an AARP Travel provider, seeks Possibility Leaders committed to one of four trip themes. - May 24, 2013 - G Adventures

MTR Gaming Group Expands Its Entertainment Offerings

MTR Gaming Group, Inc. announced today the summer entertainment schedules for its three regional gaming properties; Mountaineer Casino, which has a long-standing tradition of live entertainment, Presque Isle Downs & Casino and the recently opened Scioto Downs. - May 23, 2013 - MTR

Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental & Tours Brings Triumph Tiger 800 X/C Into Its Adventure Motorcycle Fleet

Thrilling New Option for Fly and Ride Adventures Now Available in South America. - May 23, 2013 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental

Monster Japan Travel Guide Author to Speak on Monster Movie Locations and Landmarks

Armand Vaquer, author of “The Monster Movie Fan’s Guide To Japan” will give a slide presentation on visiting landmarks and locations used in Japanese monster movies at Distant Lands at 20 Raymond Ave., Pasadena, California on Monday, June 17 at 7:30 PM. He will discuss the... - May 23, 2013 - Armand Vaquer, Author

World Renown Chef Ressul Rassallat Debuts Bold Flavors in Tapenade's Spring/Summer Menu

After a successful soft launch of celebrity chef Ressul Rassallat's debut restaurant, Tapenade, he is adding new bold flavors that highlight fresh ingredients and flavors in unique dishes that will feature his Mediterranean influences. - May 22, 2013 - Tapenade

Singing Sands Inn Launches Facebook Contest for Couples

Singing Sands Inn in Maya Beach, just north of Placencia, Belize, has recently launched a Facebook contest designed for couples. One lucky couple will enjoy a 3-night weekend getaway filled with relaxation, intimacy, and plenty of romantic touches. - May 22, 2013 - Singing Sands Inn

Yampu Tours Launches New Safari Tour in Tanzania and Kenya

Yampu Tours Designs New Safari Options in the “Great Migration” region of Tanzania and Kenya - May 22, 2013 - Yampu.com

Oliver Goldsmith Sunglasses Worn in Breakfast at Tiffany's

The iconic Oliver Goldsmith Manhattan sunglasses worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's have been re-released. - May 21, 2013 - EyeGoodies.com

Travel Channel Hosts Mobile Zip Line

Mobile Zip Line, by Extreme Engineering, to be hosted on Travel Channel's TV series, Future Scream Machines, May 19th. - May 17, 2013 - Extreme Engineering

Cellarz93 Starts Winemaker Dinner Series Featuring Palumbo Winery

Cellarz93 launches the first in what will become a monthly series of winemaker dinners featuring local vintners showcasing their wines in conjunction with fine dining to help people learn more about the excellent wine being produced in Temecula. - May 16, 2013 - Cellarz93 Restaurant Winehouse

New Orlando Discount Ticket Website Launches

Exclusive incentives for consumers never before offered now available at www.orlandoticketconnection.com - May 16, 2013 - Orlando Ticket Connection

Timeshare Advertiser BuyaTimeshare.com Releases Top 10 Resort List in Time for Summer

The leading timeshare resale and rental advertising company announces its most popular rental resorts. - May 16, 2013 - BuyaTimeshare.com

Party Travellers Offered the Chance to Win Pub Tour Through Europe

Touring Company Thirsty Swagman today announced its “Win an EPIC Pub Tour” competition, offering travellers the chance to win a twelve-night party tour through Europe starting at Oktoberfest. - May 16, 2013 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd

Free Kyoto Garden Tour of 3 World Famous Gardens – Daisen-in, Ryogen-in and Zuiho-in Organized by Garden Writer and Photographer Jenny Feuerpeil of Real Japanese Gardens

The team of the Japan garden and travel website “Real Japanese Gardens” (www.japanesegardens.jp) announced a free garden tour on Thursday, May 23rd 2013 through three world-famous rock gardens of Daitoku-ji, one of Kyoto’s biggest Zen temple complexes. - May 15, 2013 - Real Japanese Gardens