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Thailand Expected 1.5 Million Tourists in December 2011
The month of December shaped up to be one of the biggest boons to the economy of Thailand in history: The Tourism Authority of Thailand released an official statement saying that around 1.5 million tourists were projected to visit Thailand throughout the month of December 2011. - January 07, 2012 - Castlewood Group PTE LTD
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Announces "Winter Weekend Of Poker"
Presque Isle Downs and Casino is sponsoring a Winter Weekend of Poker January 13th through January 16th, 2012. There will be a total of four events during that time period. - January 05, 2012 - MTR
New Resorts Added to Resort Tour During Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012 in Cancun, Mexico
Due to popular demand, three resorts have been added to the Resort Tour itinerary during the first day of Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional networking expo. - January 04, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds Launches New Website and Adds Amenities
In Asheville NC many vacation rentals in the city limits feel urban. Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds is located in a woodland garden, giving visitors the relaxing experience of being in the forest, with plenty of dining and entertainment choices nearby. - January 01, 2012 - Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds
Precise Travel Colorado Travel Agent Website Now Booking Winter Family Vacations
Precise Travel, the trusted Colorado travel agent website, is now booking winter family vacations for those looking to get away during January and February. Now is the perfect time to plan and book a winter family getaway to a warm tropical locale when the kids are out of school for the holiday... - January 01, 2012 - Precise Travel
Vietnam’s First Luxury Tour Operator and DMC to Establish a Rep Office in Key Markets
Luxury Travel Vietnam (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) is expanding its reach with the launch of a representative office in London for UK and Ireland travel agents and tour operators. - December 29, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Orlandoescape.com Launches New Website Design
Just in time for the busy holiday travel season, Orlandoescape.com has launched a new website design featuring an even more extensive listing of Orlando’s top hotels and vacation deals. - December 29, 2011 - HotelsEscape
One Concierge Takes to the Skies with Crest Jets
One Concierge expands private jet charter options & aircraft selection through new agreement with Crest Jets. - December 25, 2011 - One Concierge
Blue Whales & Polar Bears in Spitsbergen; New Summer Equinox Wildlife, Marine Life & Photography Voyage
A Voyage to North Spitsbergen during the Summer Equinox provides some of the best opportunities to photograph both arctic Wildlife and Marine Life. Aqua-Firma's June departure will be accompanied by an expert photographer and Marine Scientist, who will be providing free onboard photography workshops. - December 23, 2011 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd
One Hundred Sands, Ltd Accepts Exclusive Gaming License from Fiji Government
In a partnership designed to fuel tourism, job growth, and expand the Fiji brand, the Fijian government has decided to issue an exclusive gaming license to One Hundred Sands Limited. - December 22, 2011 - One Hundred Sands, LTD
Crest Jets Joins Forces with One Concierge
Crest Jets and One Concierge have entered into an agreement to provide One Concierge clients with luxury private jet services. - December 22, 2011 - Crest Jets, Inc.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to Exhibit at Daily Telegraph Holiday & Travel Show
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – recently voted "Cruise Line of the Year" in the "Cruise International Awards 2011" – will be exhibiting on Stand 421 at the Daily Telegraph Holiday & Travel Show. - December 22, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique Nominee for World's Leading Medical Wellness/ Spa 2011
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique (Portugal) is a strong candidate to become The Best Medical/Wellness Spa In The World. The winner will be announced on January 11, 2012 at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony in Qatar. - December 22, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
DOW Networks Experiences 320% Growth in Second Half of 2011
DOW Networks celebrated its 10th year anniversary in 2011 but the party really kicked into high gear in Q3 and Q4. Since May, the company has seen a 320% increase in managed numbers. DOW offers Call Center VoIP Solutions, Hosted PBX, International Toll Free Numbers and other telephony services to businesses around the globe. - December 21, 2011 - AVOXI
CruiseOne Woodstock Team Member Wendy Himmel Earns Disney Specialist Designation
Wendy Himmel, Associate of CruiseOne Gerber & Associates earns Disney Specialist Designation from the College of Disney Knowledge. - December 21, 2011 - CruiseOne - Gerber & Associates
Save Money Over the Christmas Break...… and Dream of a Walking Holiday Too
About Argyll Walking Holidays is offering an early booking discount of 5% to everyone who books a hiking vacation before February 1st 2012. - December 21, 2011 - About Argyll Walking Holidays
Augustus Collection Launches Dedicated Travel & Leisure Sales Program, Augustus-Lite
Augustus Collection expansion includes new development for spas, hotels, hotel groups, travel media and travel technology companies. - December 18, 2011 - Augustus Collection
One Concierge Provides Luxury Travel Support in Kathmandu, Nepal
One Concierge offers new luxury concierge & lifestyle management options in Kathmandu, Nepal. - December 17, 2011 - One Concierge
ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours Leads Cyclists Through Chile’s Central Valley for Wine Tastings and Optional Wine Spa Treatments
ExperiencePlus! guests ride to award-wining wineries and are invited to enjoy official wine tastings. The tour itinerary visits wineries in the Colchagua Valley region that Wine Enthusiast named "wine region of the year" for 2005 due to its world-class reds. - December 17, 2011 - ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours
Luxury Travel's Founder and CEO Pham Ha Recommends Vietnam Destination and Newest Properties
Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) recommends 10 new and trendy hotels and resorts and the destination Vietnam - the emerging luxury destination in Southeast Asia. - December 15, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
2012 Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival Special Lunch Deal Recommended by Asia Travel
2012 Hot Air Balloon Festival in Clark Philippines – Special lunch service at Clark Wine Center corrects problems with quality of food and meal services in past events. - December 15, 2011 - Asia Travel and Dining Guide
Safe Exit LLC Announces Campaign 2012 "You Can be Timeshare Free Today"
Safe Exit provides you with a 100% guaranteed transfer on your contract of perpetuity held at the Resort. Safe Exits will be traveling the United States in 2012 helping owners out of their Timeshare contracts. Safe Exit has built a reputation on being a fast and reliable solution to exiting your timeshare property. - December 14, 2011 - Safe Exit
Best Western Jefferson Inn, Operated by American Liberty Hospitality, Welcomes Visitors to the 111th Anniversary of Spindletop Discovery in Beaumont, Texas
Experience life in the oil-boom era during the anniversary celebration of the Spindletop gusher - December 14, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
MyMediaInfo Announces Top Lifestyles Stories for 2012
Fashion and Healthcare most popular topics for coming year - December 13, 2011 - RedEgg Solutions, Inc.
G Adventures & Leading Travel Blogger Gary Arndt Co-Host Exclusive Photography Tour
Win a free photography trip with the world's adventure travel leader - December 13, 2011 - G Adventures
Safe Exit LLC Announces Its Campaign for 2012 "Never Pay Maintenance Fee's Again." Safe Exit Provides a Way Out of Your Contract Once and for All.
Put an end to rising maintenance fees and special assessment costs. Timeshare owners know all too well about the many pitfalls their contract with the Resorts bring, including the ever escalating maintenance fees. Safe Exit is here to help. - December 13, 2011 - Safe Exit
France Cruises Expands Its 2012 Offerings with New Vessel and First-Ever Winter Canal Program in France and Belgium
"MS Elisabeth" and Winter Canal Cruises in France and Belgium Added to 2012 Lineup - December 10, 2011 - France Cruises, Inc.
Russell Fishing Company and Alaska Hooksetters Lodge Team Up with Rental Car Companies for Guest Savings
Rental Cars in Alaska can be expensive in the summer. In an effort to assist guests with their Alaska Vacations and minimize costs, Russell Fishing Company, Alaska Hooksetters Lodge, Alaska Car and Van Rentals and High Country Car and Truck Rental are teaming up to offer discounts. - December 10, 2011 - The Kenai Peninsula
DEAN’Stravel.com Has the Heads-Ups on Planning Your First Ireland Vacation
Ireland for first-timers is the Spotlight feature at the new DEAN’Stravel.com website and blog. - December 10, 2011 - DEANStravel.com
Wild Planet Adventures’ New Brazil Expedition Traverses World’s Largest Wetlands and Rainforest to Sight Extensive Populations of Rare Wildlife
Participants on the Expedition See on Average 1.5 Jaguars Per Day and Sometimes as Many as Seven Along with 200 Species of Mammals Such as Giant River Otters, Anteaters, Tapir, Puma and Capybara Plus 700 Species of Exotic Birds - December 10, 2011 - Wild Planet Adventures
Mahlatini Adds Malawi to Their Luxury Safari Destinations Portfolio in Africa
Mahlatini have announced this week that they have added Malawi to their African safari portfolio. Customers will now be able to visit Malawi as part of their luxury safari holiday or for their luxury honeymoon with Mahlatini. - December 09, 2011 - Mahlatini
One Concierge Provides Island Flare in British Virgin Islands
One Concierge expands concierge & lifestyle management services to the British Virgin Islands. - December 09, 2011 - One Concierge
Montego Bay Convention Centre Snags Award Winning Chef
Montego Bay Convention Centre welcomes on board “Taste of the Caribbean” Gold Medalist, Chef Randie Anderson. - December 08, 2011 - Montego Bay Convention Centre
Experience the Magic of the Holidays in Sedona
Catch the holiday spirit with a Sedona Arizona vacation. From festivals and concerts, to hiking and outdoor pursuits, there are a number of ways to delight in the charm of this southwestern town. El Portal, a boutique hotel located in the Arts District offers 12 uniquely appointed amenity filled rooms, pet sitting (it is a pet friendly Sedona hotel), its own jeep tour company and many other services to complete your holiday. - December 08, 2011 - El Portal Sedona Hotel
New Years Eve and New Years Day LEGO-tatsic Celebrations at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
New Years eve and New Years day at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Chicago with fun activities and festivities. - December 08, 2011 - LegoLand Discovery Centre
Seattle Limo Service Inc Discount Offers for Selected Companies in Seattle, WA
Clients can book online or by phone, employees can show their I.D. badge to their driver at the time of travel to receive the discount. Seattle Limo Service was established in 1998. Seattle Limo Service was built on many years of experience and the standards of extraordinary service,... - December 07, 2011 - Seattle Limo Service Inc
Himalayan Salt Cave Opens in Burnham; One of Only Two in Pa.
Dr. Margaret Smiechowski, North America's foremost expert on Himalayan salt, is pleased to announce that her latest salt cave design is set to be revealed on December 1st, 2011, at the opening of the Simply Health/Curves Wellness Center in Burnham, PA. Like all of her salt caves, the Burnham cave... - December 07, 2011 - Salt Cave, VT
Intelaplay Launches a Best-In-Class Online Travel Experience
Intelaplay launches www.intelaplay.com, an immersive and intuitive online travel website, providing a differentiated experience for travelers and advertisers alike. The online platform offers an educational, easy to use, yet richly contextual experience. Developed by Junction Creative Solutions,... - December 06, 2011 - Intelaplay
Indie Noir Thriller Film, "Dispatch," Readies Debut
Set in a seedy Hollywood limousine dispatch office on the night of a big movie premiere, Steven Sprung’s "Dispatch," from a script by Sprung and star Michael Bershad, depicts one night in the life of Nick, an overnight dispatcher with everything on the line. - December 05, 2011 - Visionary Cinema
Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges Announces Contest for Five-Day Multi-Island Vacation for Two
Commemorating Ecuador’s Acquisition of the Galapagos Islands in 1832 - Sign Up for Red Mangrove's Travel Blog and be Entered into a 5 Day Trip Giveaway for Two. - December 05, 2011 - Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours Adds Short Extensions and New Plus! Tour to Core Cycling and Multi-Sport Costa Rica Programs
ExperiencePlus! in-country connections allow them to offer just about anything a client wants before or after a tour. These add-on trips are perfect for anyone who can’t get enough of Costa Rica. - December 05, 2011 - ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours
Luxury Travel Ltd's Founder Suggests a Slogan for Vietnam Tourism
With 15 years of experience in the travel industry, Pham Ha (founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd) suggests a slogan inspired by what Vietnam has to offer and which sets Vietnam apart from other destinations in the region. - December 02, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Group Ltd to Promote Tour to New Seven Wonders of Nature in Vietnam
The tour is designed for travellers to discover the very best of the New Seven Wonders of Vietnam’s Halong Bay and North Vietnam in relation to adventure, culture, sightseeing, style and comfort. - December 02, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Resorts West Invites Football Fans to a Super Bowl on the Slopes
Resorts West’s “Super Bowl on the Slopes” package includes accommodations at a Park City, Utay ski home or lodge condo, up to eight two-day lift tickets, and a catered Game Day party for up to eight people. All attendees must be over the age of 21. - December 02, 2011 - Resorts West
Santa and the Ice Princess Invite Families to Breakfast at The Woodlands Resort
Annual Breakfast with Santa Event Features Kids Activities - December 02, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Sponsoring $17,200 "Bowling or Bocce" Tourney
Presque Isle Downs and Casino is sponsoring a $17,200 Bocce or Bowling Tournament at Freeway Lanes in Wickliffe on Dec. 10 and 11. - November 25, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Sponsoring "Miracle of Giving" Poker Tournament
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is sponsoring the "Miracle of Giving" Poker Tournament Dec. 4th, at 1:30 p.m. in benefit of the Marine Toys For Tots Foundation. The tournament features a $75 buy-in and each participant who brings in an unwrapped toy will receive an additional 500 chips... - November 24, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Hosting 2nd Annual Asian Karaoke Contest
Presque Isle Downs and Casino will be hosting its 2nd Annual Asian Karaoke Contest on Nov. 27 at 3 p.m. in the Downs Clubhouse & Lounge located on the second floor. Thirty contestants will belt it out for a chance to win $5000 in first place monies. Second place will receive $1000 and third... - November 24, 2011 - MTR
"Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" Holiday Sale
A special holiday discount offer of "The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan." - November 24, 2011 - Armand Vaquer, Author
Joe Yudin of Touring Israel Featured in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2011 List of Top Travel Specialists
Joe Yudin, owner and CEO selected as one of Conde Nast Traveler magazine's "Top Travel Specialists" featured in December 2011 issue. - November 24, 2011 - Touring Israel