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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Black Watch Visited Bangor for the First Time
The Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ship, Black Watch, made her first ever call into the port of Bangor, in Northern Ireland, on Wednesday 15th June 2011, as part of her cruise, "Dublin & Around the UK." - June 23, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Enjoy a Great Choice of Regional Departure Ports with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
The new Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ brochure of worldwide cruises for 2012-13 offers a comprehensive range of cruises to destinations all over the world, from a choice of British ports. You can choose to cruise from Dover, Southampton, Portsmouth, Newcastle, Greenock (Glasgow) or Rosyth (Edinburgh.) - June 23, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Launch New Cruise Enhancement Programmes
As well as offering a wide range of cruises, to a host of worldwide destinations, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines likes to offer its guests something extra, to make sure their time on board is as enjoyable as possible. For some people, that means taking part in a favourite sporting activity, and for others, it might mean taking up a new hobby, learning a new skill, or listening to a fascinating speaker. - June 23, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Launches Worldwide Cruises Brochure 2012/13
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched its new worldwide cruises for 2012/13. The brochure details a comprehensive programme of ex-UK cruises, from early 2012 to Spring of 2013, aboard Fred. Olsen’s fleet of classic ships – Balmoral, Braemar, Boudicca and Black Watch. All the new cruises feature Fred. Olsen’s ‘No Fuel Surcharge Guarantee’. - June 23, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Balmoral is First Ship to Visit New Cruise Berth at Aalborg
The Danish port of Aalborg opened its new city centre cruise berth on 25th May 2011, and the first ship to dock there was Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 1350-guest Balmoral. The new Aalborg Royal City Berth is right in the centre of the town, making it extremely convenient for cruise ship guests to go ashore. This quay is also used by the Danish Royal Yacht, Dannebrog. - June 23, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Voted "Best Cruise Line for Groups" in 2011 Group Travel Awards
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has just received a major accolade from group travel organisers – the cruise line has been voted "Best Cruise Line for Groups" by readers of Group Travel Organiser Magazine, in the prestigious Group Travel Awards 2011. - June 23, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Lake Oconee and Greene County Tourism Creates a YouTube Channel
Lake Oconee and Greene County Tourism is preparing for summer with the announcement of LakeOconeeGA’s YouTube Channel. Lake Oconee and Greene County Tourism has created several videos and commercials for the Lake Oconee area including videos of their golf professionals demonstrating how to... - June 23, 2011 - Lake Oconee and Greene County Tourism
Greene County Tourism Produces General Brochure
The Greene County Tourism Committee has recently produced a new general brochure to promote the area. The brochure features accommodations, golf, dining, historical locations, shopping, and boating information. It was designed by Michael Reinsch of Michael Reinsch Graphic Design. Tamie Moran,... - June 21, 2011 - Lake Oconee and Greene County Tourism
Travel Photo and Writing Contest 2011 Launches
Passport Visa Travelers Guide announced the Best Summer Vacation Travel Contest. Three winners will be selected from the participants who enter the contest to win travel gift cards. - June 20, 2011 - Passport Visa Travelers Guide
Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch Two Day Cycling Trip to Mai Chau
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) to Launch Two Day Cycling Trip to Mai Chau, Northern Vietnam's Most Stunning Scenery - June 19, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Tour and Activity Businesses Adopting Rezgo Online Bookings at Increased Rate
Added brand awareness & supplier demand cause surge in tour operator software adoption. - June 17, 2011 - Rezgo
Equitrekking.com Launches Enhanced Vacation Guide – a Summer Travel Resource
Just in time for summer travels, Equitrekking.com has launched an enhanced version of the popular Equitrekking Vacation Guide. The Vacation Guide serves to help travelers search for dude ranch vacations, cattle drives, working ranches where they can play cowboy, international riding holidays and equestrian resorts. Equitrekking.com is the companion website to Equitrekking, the Emmy Award-winning lifestyle travel TV show on PBS. - June 17, 2011 - Equitrekking
Ritz Tours Offers "Scenic China Fall Special" with Limited Availability. Package Includes International Airfare and Luxury Accommodations.
Travel to China on the Scenic China Fall Special, a 9-day trip, with Ritz Tours (www.RitzTours.com) during September or October, one of the most popular times of the year to go, for $1303 (plus tax) per person, based on double occupancy. This program takes travelers to four cities, staying in... - June 16, 2011 - Ritz Tours
Tucson, Arizona Selected as Top Ten Finalist in Outside Magazine's Search for the "Best Town Ever"
Cast Your Vote for Tucson During Outside’s “Best Town Ever” Facebook Contest - June 16, 2011 - Metropolitan Tucson CVB
Tech-Savvy Business Leaders Still Prefer Printed News on the Move
Research by PrivateFly.com shows that UK senior executives embrace technology in the office, but most still prefer paper-based reading for travel. - June 16, 2011 - PrivateFly.com
Bhaya Cruises Awarded TripAdvisor “Certificate of Excellence 2011”
Bhaya Cruises today announced TripAdvisor – the world’s largest travel site has awarded the company a Certificate of Excellence 2011 for its excellent service quality. The certificate is judged from the recommendations of worldwide travelers who contribute to the site. - June 16, 2011 - Bhaya Cruises
Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd to Launch New Package for Luxury Adventure Travelers
Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has just launched “Discover the Charm of Ninh Binh by Bike 2 days.” - June 15, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The Top 10 Unusual Restaurants Are Revealed in Business Review India
Readers who wish to spice up their eating out experience & aren’t afraid to try something ‘different’ must know that there is no dearth of unusual restaurants in India that are far from anything ordinary & boring. Avid travelers & die-hard foodies must especially read... - June 13, 2011 - WDM Group
New Tanzania Safari: Great Migration Above & Below the Water
Wilderness and Wildlife Travel Experts Aqua-Firma have just announced a new and exciting African Safari Experience, enabling one to witness the Great Migration as well as experience some of Tanzania's most diverse and fascinating marine life. - June 12, 2011 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd
Safe, Secure and Flexible Travel is Now an Option in the Middle East
Falafel Bus, the Middle East’s first and only Independent Travellers Network (aka hop on hop off) commenced this month in Israel and Jordan. - June 12, 2011 - Falafel Bus
EnjoyYourParks.com Website Launched to Show Vacationers Exactly Where to Go, What to do, and Where to See Animals in Glacier, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
For vacationers planning a trip to Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park or Grand Teton National Park, EnjoyYourParks.com was recently launched to show these visitors exactly where to go, what to do, and where to see animals during their national park vacation. This website was created by sixth generation Montanans with over 40 years experience in these parks. - June 11, 2011 - EnjoyYourParks.com
Private Jet Travel, Real Estate News, Company Facebook Pages and More in June’s Issue of Business Review USA
An inside look into private jet travel with JetSuite founder Alex Wilcox - June 10, 2011 - WDM Group
ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours’ Guests Pedal by Vineyards, with Tastings and Stops in Four International Wine Regions
Guided cycling tours of France’s Alsace, Italy’s Piedmont and Tuscany, and Chile’s Central Valley visit the finest wineries of each region. - June 10, 2011 - ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours
Travel2Italy Announces Rome Luxury Sweepstakes Winner
Travel2Italy (www.Travel2Italy.com), the luxury travel and leisure division of Travelive (www.Travelive.com) specializing in Italy, today announced Sheri Chymy as the winner of its Rome Luxury Sweepstakes. The Rome Luxury Sweepstakes prize included 4 nights at Rose Garden Palace with breakfast, private roundtrip transfers and a half-day Day Private Walking Classical Tour (Coliseum, The Rome Forum. Capital Hill & more) with a Licensed Guide. - June 10, 2011 - Travelive
Rapid City Helps Travelers Fight High Gas Prices
The Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is trying to help visitors have more fun and stay on budget with the 2011 Black Hills Coupon Book. - June 08, 2011 - Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau
Alex Wilcox, Founder of JetSuite Tells Business Review USA About Luxury Private Travel and Its Perks
Business Review USA, the top digital media source for American business news, gains insight into private, luxury jet travel on board JetSuite, one of the latest players in the private jet industry. JetSuite is one of the newest up-and-coming private jet companies that offer luxury travel at a... - June 07, 2011 - WDM Group
Wild Planet Adventures Protects Wildlife Vacation Experience in Costa Rica by Offering Wildlife-Rich Alternative to Over-Crowded Packaged Tours
Costa Rica “Ultimate Wildlife” eco-tours are crafted to avoid the crowds and feature special access to private reserves and exclusive activities designed to expose travelers to exceptional and privileged wildlife viewing. - June 06, 2011 - Wild Planet Adventures
One World Trekking Confirms Hike to the Lost Valleys of Annapurna in Nepal
Small group to enter the remote Tibetan region of NarPhu amongst the giant Himalayas. - June 06, 2011 - One World Trekking
Popularity of Vietnam’s Seaside Resort-Town Nha Trang on the Rise – Comprehensive Travel Guide Launched to Cover Information Needs of Travelers
Both popular with backpackers and affluent tourists, Vietnam's seaside resort-town Nha Trang attracts increasingly larger numbers of tourists. Its upcoming Sea Festival from June 11 - 15, called "the only sea festival in Vietnam able to impress tourists" is another highlight for the destination and its visitors. The travel guide www.nha-trang.travel was set up to cover the increasing information needs of the fast growing numbers of tourists by offering complete and objective travel information. - June 06, 2011 - The complete travel guide to Vietnam's holiday paradise Nha Trang
One World Trekking Confirms Inaugural Trek Into Bhutan’s Merak and Sakteng Region
Join One World Trekking on one of the first groups to search for the elusive Yeti in remote eastern Bhutan. - June 05, 2011 - One World Trekking
Newest Eco-Ride in U.S. Premiers Over Alligators in Florida Conservation Park
With summer just around the corner, our nation’s destination venues are gearing up for their busy season. New-comer, SkyCycle™ will give Florida’s EcoSafaris Park a brand new eco-friendly way to look at nature. The SkyCycle™ is a bike on a cable that takes riders high over... - June 02, 2011 - Eco Adventure Technologies
Relive "America’s Cup" Race Aboard a Multi-Million Dollar Yacht with Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa’s New Sailing Adventure
Participants get hands-on experience grinding the winch, trimming the sail, tacking and jibing during a race aboard the world-famous America’s Cup racing vessels. - June 02, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Getting Married in a Candy Shop: Ella's Sweet Shoppe to Host the Clary/Wooten Wedding
Ella's Sweet Shoppe, one of Georgia’s premier candy stores that has received both local and national media attention is proud to host the wedding of Amanda Adair Clary to Michael Sean Wooten on June 5th, 2011 at 5:30pm at Ella’s store location, 191 West Jefferson St. Madison GA. And... - June 01, 2011 - Ella's Sweet Shoppe
A Taste of Vietnam for Gourmet Lovers by Luxury Travel Group Ltd
The new Luxury Travel trip features a 12-day itinerary of Vietnam’s most popular spots, with many special opportunities to discover and savor the surprisingly varied tastes of this fascinating land. - May 30, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Group Ltd Success with Its Tailor-Made Tours to Vietnam and Southeast Asia
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) meets increasing market success with its tailor-made tours to Vietnam and Southeast Asia. - May 28, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
One World Trekking Offers Discount on Upper Dolpo and Snow Leopard Trek
Leader in Himalayan adventure travel offers $675.00 savings on one of Nepal's greatest hiking journeys - May 27, 2011 - One World Trekking
At-Hand Apps Ships "New England Day Trips At-Hand" for iPhone
Travelers can now go well beyond the limits of existing paper-model travel guides and apps with new generation dynamic day trip app, "New England Day Trips for iPhone." - May 26, 2011 - At-Hand Apps, LLC
Private Aviation Lifts Ash Cloud Uncertainty
As ash cloud travel chaos hits the UK once more, one mode of transport is keeping passengers moving. - May 26, 2011 - PrivateFly.com
New Hilton Head Welcome Center Opens, I-95 Exit 8 Offers Visitor Assistance & Area Accommodations
The new Hilton Head Island, SC Welcome Center opened on May 1st, 2011, providing visitors to Hilton Head and travelers on I-95 a valuable resource for area information and discount vacation packages. - May 25, 2011 - Hilton Head Island Welcome Center
Join Iberian Traveler as "The Sun Also Rises" Over the Streets of Pamplona Once Again During San Fermín 2011
Iberian Traveler - Maribel's Guides, in association with Peña Seattle, are offering exclusive hotel packages for Sanfermín 2011 and the Feria Del Toro, the "Running of the bulls." - May 22, 2011 - Iberian Traveler
Luxury Travel to Promote Tailor-Made Honeymoon Holidays in Vietnam
"Beautiful resorts and spas, majestic scenery, a rich traditional culture, easy going and welcoming locals, great food and solid tourists infrastructures - it's easy to understand why Vietnam is fast becoming a favourite destination for honeymoon couples," said Pham Ha, Founder and CEO of... - May 21, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Inner Maldives Holidays Appointed as Mega Maldives Passenger Sales Agent
Inner Maldives Holidays Pvt Ltd is proud to announce the company has been appointed by Mega Global Air Services Maldives Pvt Ltd as their first Passenger Sales Agent in the Maldives. The agreement was signed on 12th May and the initial operations will be to service flights from Male’ to Gan... - May 21, 2011 - Inner Maldives Holidays
Rembrandt Supports Miss Travel Daily’s Cooking
Rembrandt Hotel was proud to present its very own contestant in the Miss Travel Daily Competition, Khun Khemjira La-ongnual, Spa Manager, to participate in the Black Box Culinary Team Cooking Challenge, the second phase challenge in the Miss TDA Thailand competition on May 18th. After the news... - May 21, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
The First Greener Luxury Travel Brochure in German Language in Vietnam to be Launched
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) to Launch Its E-Brochure 2011 - 2012. Luxury Travel becomes a high tech company for the benefits of its customers - May 21, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
River Rafting Pioneer, Western River Expeditions, Predicts High Waters, Stellar Year on West’s White Waters
Western River Expeditions announces that as of mid-May the water content from snowpack in the mountains of the Colorado River Basin is the fifth highest on record, potentially making this year one of the best high water years ever. - May 21, 2011 - Western River Expeditions
Bolivia Volunteers Supports IYV+ 10
In Recognition and Support of IYV+10, Bolivia Volunteers Announces the Introduction of Its Santa Cruz Zoo Volunteer Project - May 21, 2011 - Bolivia Volunteers
Luxury Travel Ltd to Promote Discovery Tours in Southern Laos
With its lovely fishing villages, serene monasteries and lush vegetation, Khong Island offers a unique insight into nature and local life. The Khong Tour sets off the morning to visit Oum Moung Khmer archeological site before crossing the Mekong River by ferry to Khong Island. After exploring the... - May 20, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Sunreef Yachts Signs Order for a New Superyacht – Sunreef 82 Double Deck
Following the successful launch of two mega catamarans over 100 feet each in 2010, the Sunreef shipyard has been designated as a builder of an 82ft double decker sailing catamaran featuring sleek hulls and a streamlined deckhouse topped with a 35m2 flybridge inspired by large superyachts. - May 19, 2011 - Sunreef Yachts
RentMyVacationHome.com Releases New Technology for All Vacation Homes in the U.S.A. - 83 Websites for You to Search and Join with New Book It Now Technology
You can now book a House the same way you would a Hotel or Motel. There are over 70,000 Homes Listed on over 83 Web Sites. - May 18, 2011 - Rent My Vacation Home
New Retreat House Now Open in Magical San Miguel de Allende
LifePath Retreat House is now open for private guided or non-guided retreats in enchanting San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. - May 18, 2011 - LifePath