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Wine Tours to Bordeaux and Burgundy on the Autumn Travel Program from BKWine

The autumn wine tour program is now available from BKWine, a tour operator specialised in wine and food tours. The scheduled tours for this fall include two destinations: Bordeaux and Burgundy. The detailed programs are available here: http://www.bkwinetours.com BKWine offers two classic wine... - April 30, 2011 - BKWine AB

Delaney Vineyards Harvest Quarterly Honors from Grapevine Wine Tours

Delaney Vineyards & Winery secures both “Most Outstanding” honors from Grapevine Wine Tours guests in the first quarter of 2011. - April 29, 2011 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC

See Colombia Travel Announces New Customizable Colombia Tours Website and General Manager

With the operational support of the Quimbaya brand See Colombia Travel has chosen to aim at the direct consumer market to cover the growing demand of European and US travelers. - April 28, 2011 - See Colombia Travel

Emmy-Winning Equitrekking Scouts for France Filming & Releases Special Northern France Themed Newsletter

Producer Caroline Maffry from the Emmy-winning Equitrekking TV show returned from scouting film locations in France for a new Equitrekking episode. Special travel articles by Maffry were released today, a Northern France themed Equitrekking's newsletter. - April 28, 2011 - Equitrekking

Seair Adds Clark-Macau Flights

South East Asian Airlines (SEAIR), the Philippines’ premier leisure airline, today announced it will fly to Macau daily from Clark starting May 27, 2011. - April 25, 2011 - South East Asian Airlines

RoswellTours.com to Offer UFO Tours During 2011 Roswell Festival

E. J. Wilson, Roswell author and UFO researcher, will again offer his "Ultimate UFO Tour" during the annual Roswell UFO Festival, to be held July 1-4, 2011. The tour visits key sites at the former Roswell Army Air Field, where the UFO case unfolded. - April 24, 2011 - RoswellBooks.com

Spirit Incentives Names Ashley Guerrera Product Manager

Spirit Incentives, designers of innovative travel incentives and benefits programs, today announced that Ashley Guerrera has been named Product Manager. In this position, Guerrera will be responsible for developing and expanding Spirit Incentives’ product line to fulfill business... - April 23, 2011 - Spirit Incentives

ecoShuttle Event Aims to Raise Funds & Garden Beds for Local Charity

ecoShuttle, a sustainable charter bus company based in Portland, OR, is planning a fundraising party at their new location. The soiree is an effort to promote ecoShuttle’s participation in Portland’s Growing Gardens program Dawn of the Bed. The company is holding the family-friendly party at their headquarters Sunday, May 1st located at 2420 NE Columbia Boulevard in northeast Portland. Party-goers can expect to find live music, delicious food, beer, wine, a silent auction, crafts and more. - April 22, 2011 - ecoShuttle

Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Announces Special Offers to Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend

Travel offer includes Ocean View accommodations, breakfast buffet for two and taxes and service charge. - April 22, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa

New Tour Gives Motorcyclists an “Introduction to Ecuador”

Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental announced today the availability of their 12-day "Introduction to Ecuador Tour." For enthusiasts that have amassed the coveted 2-week vacation, this is the journey creating memories that last a life time. About Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental Ecuador Freedom Bike... - April 22, 2011 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental

Pacific Western Transportation Introduces Five New Motorcoaches to Charter Fleet

Pacific Western Transportation has added five new Prevost H-Series motorcoaches to its charter fleet. The fifty-two passenger vehicles will begin regular charter operations this week. - April 22, 2011 - Pacific Western Transportation

Gap Adventures Again Named to National Geographic Traveler's Top Tours of a Lifetime List

Prestigious recognition continues for adventure travel industry innovator, sustainable travel leader. - April 22, 2011 - G Adventures

Curtin Clan Surname Gathering in Chicago

The Curtin Clan Inc. will hold its seventh Clan Gathering in Chicago, June 24th-26th, 2011. Previous Gatherings have been in Massachusetts, New York, Ontario in Canada and every other year in Ireland. The conference will cover Curtin genealogy, Irish heritage, local speakers and attendees can meet Margaret Curtain of Australia, world’s foremost authority on the Curtins of Ireland. The Gathering will be held at the Irish American Heritage Center in Chicago, IL. Go to http://curtinorg for info. - April 21, 2011 - The Curtin Clan Association

PacRim Digital Media, Brings Self Service Interaction Technology to Branson, MO Transforming the Hospitality and Tourisum Industry

PacRim Digital Media, Inc is an Digital Media Communications Company specializing in interactive digital signage, kiosk mobile applications, including specialized print media tourist publications, integrated computer systems, advanced web and user interface technology. The company announced recently it has established its U.S Central Division Headquarters in Branson Missouri as the company has expanded its services from Hawaii and Denver, Colorado. - April 21, 2011 - PacRim Digital Media, Inc

ABQ Trolley Launches Enhanced Passenger Experiences with GPS Audio and Video Tours

Today ABQ Trolley announced it’s introducing Q-VIEW, a multimedia tour experience delivered through a GPS audio/video system by AudioConexus on its City Tour. Q-VIEW includes video and photographic elements of Albuquerque's past throughout the tour. Now passengers will look up at TV monitors and see segments of the route such as the Mother Road as it appeared decades ago, in its former glory, as the famous Route 66. - April 21, 2011 - AudioConexus Inc.

Luxury Travel Ltd Announces New Vietnamese Hideaway

Six Senses Con Dao Puts Con Dao Island on the radar of luxury travelers. Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) announces new upscale travel experiences for the most discerning travelers. - April 21, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

The Woodlands Resort Adds Kid-Friendly Activities, Special Offers for 2011 Memorial Day Weekend

Guests who book a summer getaway by May 31 (for a Sunday through Thursday stay between June 1 and August 31), receive 50% off a second night stay. - April 20, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center

Compass Scholarship Foundation, Executive Diploma in Hospitality Management

Compass Scholarship Foundation sponsors 22 employees for a 12 month long professional hospitality programme at the end of which each participant is to receive an Executive Diploma in Hospitality Management from Sunway International Business & Management, a leading Malaysian training centre. - April 20, 2011 - Compass Hospitality

Top Summer Vacation Destinations in the April Exec Digital Issue

Exec Digital’s top ten summer vacation destinations leave no scenario unturned, with picks that satisfy every desire from the relaxing spa hotel to the thrilling African safari, and from the romantic getaway for two to the resort that is fun for the family. - April 19, 2011 - WDM Group

White Moustache Urban Adventure Company Revolutionizes the Food Tour Concept

Offering tourists and Seattleites alike a variety of private, personalized eating tours outside the commercial core. - April 19, 2011 - White Moustache Urban Adventure Co.

Aqua-Firma Journeys: Exclusive Wildlife and Adventure Voyage to Remote South Georgia- An Exploration of the "Galapagos of the South"

New and Exclusive Wildlife Voyage to South Georgia is set to explore; encounter some of the the most prolific wildlife and most dramatic landscapes of the Southern ocean, whilst retracing the footsteps of legendary polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. - April 17, 2011 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd

Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa Wins Bloomberg Hotel Award

There’s positive, upbeat news for the Asia Pacific’s hospitality industry this week as the results of the Asia Pacific Hotel Awards 2011 in association with Bloomberg Television and Google have been revealed. Rightly proud of its success, Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa (managed by... - April 16, 2011 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands

Pacific Resort Aitutaki Wins Prestigious Asia Pacific Hotel Award

A great wave of anticipation is hovering over a select number of Asia Pacific’s leading hospitality professionals. The inaugural Asia Pacific Hotel Awards 2011 in association with Bloomberg Television & Google have now been judged and Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been informed that it is... - April 16, 2011 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands

Aqua-Firma Journey to Norway’s Northernmost Point on New Adventure Sailing Voyage

This Summer Wilderness & Wildlife experts Aqua-Firma with be sailing to Northernmost Norway for a taste of adventure and the Midnight Sun. - April 16, 2011 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd

Out for Adventure Wilderness Tours Offers a Free Travel Program for Group Organizers

Out For Adventure Wilderness Tours unveils a free travel program designed to reward group organizers with a free sea kayaking vacation. - April 14, 2011 - Out For Adventure Wilderness Tours Ltd.

ExperiencePlus! Gives New Meaning to B&B on New Bicycle, Beer, Brewery Tour of Belgium with Jeff Lebesch

Master brewer Jeff Lebesch, founder of New Belgium Brewery (think Fat Tire) and former owner, will be the VIP host and expert accompanying the August 23-Sep 2 insider’s tour. - April 14, 2011 - ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours

"Scenic Costa Rica" Website Opens New Cafe and Bookstore

Sceniccostarica.com website has announced the opening of their book and coffee shop. It is located at their web site and a top tab points the way to it. "We regard this as an important step," said Scenic Costa Rica editor, Mike Mitchell. "We are always looking for new ways to serve... - April 14, 2011 - Michael C. Mitchell

EcoCamp Patagonia Features in National Geographic’s 2011 Stay List for South America

EcoCamp Patagonia, owned by Chilean tour operator Cascada, has been named in this year’s National Geographic list of must-visit hotels in South America. The camp is set in the Patagonian wild, among the towering mountains and icy blue rivers of Torres del Paine National Park. Guests in the... - April 13, 2011 - Cascada Expediciones

Grand Cru Wine Tours is First Wine Tour Company to Earn Sustainable Tourism Certification

Willamette Valley’s Grand Cru Wine Tours (www.grandcruwinetours.com) has become the first wine tour company in the world to earn second party certification through the rigorous Sustainable Tourism Eco-certification Program™ (STEP) offered through Sustainable Travel International (STI). - April 10, 2011 - Grand Cru Wine Tours

Governor General of Jamaica, Sir Patrick Allen, ON, GCMG, CD, Has Been Named Patron of the Issa Trust Foundation

The Issa Trust Foundation board announced today the appointment of His Excellency the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen ON, GCMG, CD, to the position of Patron of the Issa Trust Foundation. - April 09, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation

France Cruises and Gateway Destinations Create Unique Bordeaux Wine Cruise & Exploration of Dordogne Package

France Cruises, in partnership with Gateway Destinations, introduces a one of its kind Bordeaux Wine Cruise & Exploration of Dordogne Package. - April 09, 2011 - France Cruises, Inc.

Bluebells & Seashells: a New Comprehensive Guide to Great British Accommodation is Launched

The guide features all types of places to stay, from bed & breakfasts, hotels, holiday cottages, yurts, campsites, boats, glampsites and even a couple of converted Shepherds Hut's launches to the market in time for Easter. - April 09, 2011 - Bluebells & Seashells Ltd

Auburn NY Bed & Breakfast on Wheel of Fortune

Finger Lakes Bed & Breakfast Receives National Exposure a Third Time. - April 08, 2011 - 10 Fitch Luxurious Romantic Inn

Arctic Incentives Provides Insights on How to Plan an Incentive in Iceland

Arctic Incentives in Iceland provides planners with insights on how to plan a powerful and juicy incentive in Iceland. Furthermore the incentive expert in Iceland presents a Top 10 list of incentive activities in Iceland. The list is based on experience of the guides and the staff of Arctic Incentives working in activity operations since 1983. - April 08, 2011 - Arctic Incentives

Luxury Travel Ltd to Announce the Best Selling Luxury Myanmar Tour in March

Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Announces the best selling tour package of the month "Discover the charm of Myanmar." - April 08, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours’ Sister Company, BikeRentalsPlus! Reports Strong Demand for Self-Guided Italy / France Tours

Self-guided tours offer flexibility over regularly scheduled small group departures and they cost on average up to 60 percent less per person. - April 08, 2011 - ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours

DirectRooms.com – Join the Shree Buddha’s Birthday Celebrations in Krabi This 15 May 2011

DirectRooms.com will be helping visitors celebrate Shree Buddha’s Birthday in Krabi, Thailand on 15th May, 2011. Every year on this day, this important Buddhist festival is celebrated by locals and visitors alike. - April 08, 2011 - DirectRooms.com

Survey Reveals What Business Leaders Won't Leave Home Without

PrivateFly.com travel survey uncovers some surprises in the overhead lockers of .the UK’s top business people- - April 08, 2011 - PrivateFly.com

Horizon RV Resorts Hires a Former Park Manager with Social Media Expertise to Launch Its Social Media Outreach Program

Pamela Wright of FocusedWords has been contracted by Horizon RV Resorts to develop and manage the social media outreach program for their RV resorts. - April 08, 2011 - FocusedWords

Gap Adventures Introduces New Sailing Tours in Southeast Thailand on the Eve of Songkran

Adventure travel company expands collection of world-renowned marine adventures and sets sail in the Gulf of Thailand. - April 07, 2011 - G Adventures

International Voluntourism Guidelines Research Launched

Industry Leaders Collaborate to Create Global Initiative to Transform Good Intentions into Best Practice - April 07, 2011 - G Adventures

6Connex and Travel Weekly Magazine Present Best Practices to Travel Agents

Series of Virtual Conferences to Help Travel Agents in a Challenging Economy - April 06, 2011 - 6Connex

AnyTrip.com Announces 50 Travel Prizes Giveaway

AnyTrip.com, a fee-free booking service for travellers and holidaymakers, celebrates its launch by giving customers the chance to win one of 50 great travel prizes. Prizes include an iPad 2, a Kindle and up to £500 to spend on booking a hotel or hostel with AnyTrip.com. The travel... - April 06, 2011 - AnyTrip.com

HostelBookers Launches New Travel Website AnyTrip.com

HostelBookers, the budget accommodation specialist, is pleased to announce the launch of its new sister travel site AnyTrip.com, which gives people a way to book every aspect of their holiday from one place. AnyTrip.com covers 97 countries and boasts thousands of properties in 770 destinations. It... - April 06, 2011 - AnyTrip.com

Travelive Launches Travel2Turkey Luxury Brand

Travelive, a luxury travel company specializing in vacations in the Mediterranean, Africa and the Middle East, launched a new travel brand, Travel2Turkey, which offers custom packages. Travel2Turkey offers packages that clients can customize with their own travel dates, hotel selections, cruise preferences, and tours to the sights they would like to experience. - April 06, 2011 - Travelive