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Ocean Hospitality to Open StarCity Saigon Hotel on December 27,2010
Ocean Hospitality is launching the soft opening of its first developed property in Vietnam, the StarCity Saigon Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City on December 27. Ocean Group chairman, Mr. Ha Van Tham is the first guest on the list to try the services that the Ocean Hospitality management has been... - December 25, 2010 - StarCity Saigon Hotel
Yampu Tours Announces a New "Give Back to Peru" Program
Yampu Tours is always looking for ways to give back to the communities they explore with their clients so today they announced a new program they are calling, "Give Back to Peru." - December 23, 2010 - Yampu.com
City-Discovery.com Offers Travel Gift Certificates and Special Holiday Tours for the Yuletide Season
Gift certificates for over 5,000 travel activities including special Christmas and New Year’s Eve tours around the world. - December 22, 2010 - City Discovery
Cab Match App Helps Travelers Connect and Share a Cab from the Airport
Cab Match LLC today announced the launch of a new iPhone application aimed at taking the sting out of high priced transportation to and from airports worldwide. The application helps travelers connect to share a cab to the same destinations or those in close proximity. The company expects over a... - December 17, 2010 - Cab Match LLC
Western River Expeditions Announces Three Truly American Adventures Wrapped in New Four-Day Program in Iconic Moab, Utah
Western River Expeditions' Red Rocks, Whitewater and Blue Sky adventure combines three uniquely American activities into one active four-day/three-night package based in the iconic Moab, Utah region. - December 17, 2010 - Western River Expeditions
Sunday Drive Announces Search for the Best Light Display in America
Candy Cane Lanes offers 2 nights at the Ritz-Carlton with Sunday Brunch and a test drive in a Tesla electric supercar for the person who locates the best Candy Cane Lane in the nation. - December 16, 2010 - Sunday Drive, LLC
BeautifulPlaces Adds Nantucket's Harborview Place to Villa Rental Portfolio
BeautifulPlaces, the international luxury villa hospitality and experiential travel company, expands villa rental portfolio to include Nantucket's prestigious Harborview Place, an enclave of prime waterfront homes, in top U.S. travel destination. - December 15, 2010 - BeautifulPlaces Inc.
AirfarePlanet.com Announces Winter 2011 Airfare Specials to Europe
AirfarePlanet.com, a leading airline ticket consolidator has announced the start of its winter 2011 airfare sale to Europe. Sale cities include London, Paris, Amsterdam, Dublin, Frankfurt, Rome and Venice, on most major airlines. Since 1998, AirfarePlanet.com, has offered international travelers... - December 15, 2010 - AirfarePlanet.com
The Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta’s Involvement this Festive Season
Grand Hotel Excelsior, one of the top Luxury Malta Hotels has teamed up with various local institutions who will be entertaining their guests by singing Christmas Carols whilst help out the community. - December 14, 2010 - Grand Hotel Excelsior
MyMediaInfo Announces Top Travel Stories for 2011
Topics reflect influence of environmentalism and volunteerism on travelers. - December 13, 2010 - RedEgg Solutions, Inc.
Raquel Segura of AiresLibre Personal Travel Earns Top Honors at NCL University
Award-winning cruise line presents its new class of Freestyle Certified agents. - December 12, 2010 - Je Suis. PARIS, LLC
American Named U.S. Ambassador to Nepal 2011 for Setting World Record
Adventurer Sean Burch was named U.S. Goodwill Ambassador to Nepal for 2011 for setting a new official world record for the fastest crossing of Nepal from India to Tibet, and for assisting people living in the remote Hidden Himalaya. He ran and trekked high altitude peaks across the Great Himalaya Trail in 49 days, 6 hours, and 8 minutes. Burch traversed 1,250 miles, took over 2.6 million steps, and tackled elevation gains/losses of over 500,000ft. - December 09, 2010 - Sean Burch
Disney Days of Christmas Contest with Destinations in Florida Travel
Each day through Christmas Eve, Destinations in Florida Travel will be giving away a different prize from Walt Disney World. Some of the prizes include Disney Parks jackets, limited edition watches, Snowman Mickey Mouse ears hats, Christmas ornaments, limited edition pins, and much more. - December 09, 2010 - Destinations in Florida Travel
Ambassador for Good Behavior Takes to the Skies, Let’s Go Chipper!™ “Get Ready to Fly” Kit Prepares Kids for Holiday Travel
The Let's Go Chipper "Get Ready to Fly Kit" prepares kids for holiday travel and helps children earn their wings while reducing the stress of flying. Holiday gift set includes story and activity book, travel check list for kids, crayons, plush pillow backpack, reusable tote, plus bonus award-winning DVD with purchase. - December 08, 2010 - Let's Go Chipper
Executive Rental Network Launches New Blog – StayNiagara.ca
Executive Rental Network, a premier vacation rental company in Niagara Falls is pleased to announce the launch of their new blog website, StayNiagara.ca. - December 08, 2010 - Executive Rental Network
200 Holiday Activities in Winter Destinations Available on City-Discovery.com
Cut-rate prices on holiday hotspots, including Nice, Beijing, Berlin, Florence, Puerto Vallarta, Budapest, Salzburg, Sydney, Reykjavik, and Queenstown. - December 08, 2010 - City Discovery
Rome Sweet Home Commemorates the Death of the Great Mario Monicelli
The apartments in Rome will host a retrospective on director Mario Monicelli - December 06, 2010 - Rome Sweet Home
France Cruises Makes Paris This Year’s Top New Year’s Eve Destination
France Cruises remind travelers that when barge and riverboat cruising season cease, travelers can lean on other services to make the best of their travel plans for the holidays. Given the exhibition and sales, Paris, is a top destination among their clients. - December 06, 2010 - France Cruises, Inc.
Yampu.com Announces Spectacular Holiday Discount on Vacation Tours
Yampu Tours, the specialist travel company to Latin America and abroad, unveiled a special holiday discount today. If booked by December 31, the good cheer offer adds up to a gift of 12.5 percent in travel package savings. A first-class travel company, Yampu offers tours for specialized travel to... - December 06, 2010 - Yampu.com
Leading Villa Rental Specialist, Wimco Villas, Launches ‘WIMCOsbh,’ a Dedicated Concierge Services Operation on St Barthelemy
Wimco Villas Announces Seasoned Real Estate Entrepreneur Fabienne Le Gall Will Head Up New Venture Devoted to Client Services on St Barts. - December 05, 2010 - Wimco Villas & Hotels
Western River Expeditions Announces New Family Rafting Trips Creatively Designed Just for Parents and Kids
Western River Expeditions Launches New Salmon River Family Trips Complete with a Special River Jester Accommodating Children as Young as Five - December 03, 2010 - Western River Expeditions
Triangle Segway Announces 2nd Annual Oakwood Holiday Glide
The holiday-themed 2.5-hour Segway tour explores Raleigh's Historic Oakwood District on Segways and includes a walk inside many of the neighborhood's restored 19th-century homes. This special Segway event is offered Saturday, December 11 at two tour times. - December 02, 2010 - Triangle Glides
Timeshare Relief Ranks 33rd for Fastest Growing Companies in LA 2010
A company that offers timeshare assistance to owners is one of the fastest growing companies of the year - December 01, 2010 - Timeshare Relief
Postcards from the Grampians – Thomas Palfy’s Latest Book Published
Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer is starting a new travel-photo book series – the “Postcards from…”. The recently published first volume, “Postcards from the Grampians” introduces the great mountain ranges through a series of photographs with comments. The Grampians National Park is located in Western Victoria, Australia. - November 28, 2010 - Thomas Palfy
New ‘City to Slopes’ App for Park City Facebook Page
Ever wonder how long it takes to get from Arcola, Texas to Park City, Utah? According to the newly launched ‘City to Slopes’ application, on the Park City Facebook page (www.facebook.com/parkcityUT), in approximately four hours and thirteen minutes you could be skiing the slopes of... - November 25, 2010 - Richter7
EquatorTrekking.com Affirms Commitment to Traveler Safety Through Use of Life Saving Device UTAG
EquatorTrekking has addressed these concerns by implementing the use of UTAG, a device which stores emergency medical information about a person. - November 25, 2010 - EquatorTrekking.com
Jeff Greenwald to Lead Fundraising Trip to Nepal
Author and Nepal expert Jeff Greenwald will lead a small-group tour to Nepal in 2011 to launch the new Ethical Journeys culturally and environmentally-responsible tour program. Proceeds of the trip will benefit Ethical Traveler. - November 25, 2010 - Ethical Traveler
Small Yacht Adventure Cruising – AdventureSmith Explorations Announces a Better Way to Experience Hawaii
Book an Eight Day Winter Cruise in Hawaii by November 30 and Save $500 Per Person from AdventureSmith Explorations. - November 21, 2010 - AdventureSmith Explorations
Innovative RSA and RSG Trainers QHINT Applaud QLD's Tough Stance on Problem Drinking/Gambling
Queensland is well known as a 'party' state, hosting Schoolies Week on the Gold Coast each year and attracting the lion's share of the country's tourism industry. However, the state has real problems with alcohol abuse and alcohol-related violence as well as problem gambling. An innovative RSA and... - November 19, 2010 - Quality Hospitality International
Thunder Spring Announces New Sun Valley Vacation Rentals Website
The Thunder Spring homeowners Association has announced the release of its new website: www.thunderspringrentals.com. - November 19, 2010 - Thunder Spring Rentals
Puerto Vallarta Tourists Warned of ATM Scam Defrauding Visitors
Grand Miramar Resort and Spa of Puerto Vallarta is warning its members of a recent ATM scam in Puerto Vallarta defrauding unsuspecting tourists using cash machines on the street. - November 18, 2010 - Grand Miramar Resort and Spa
Leading Bhutan Travel Agency Launches Information Rich Web Portal
In its ongoing efforts to vividly present the true essence of Bhutan travel through Bhutan tours and Bhutan packages to the rest of the world, Yetis & Dragons Bhutan Travel Agency located on the world wide web at Bhutan Travel Agency, has launched its Bhutan travel portal according to a company... - November 17, 2010 - Bhutan Travel Agency
Top Organizers from Malaysia and Singapore Discover Le Meridien Phuket’s Creative Events
Meeting Organizers from Singapore and Malaysia at Le Meridien Phuket for inspection and discovery; participate in surprise mini cook-off. - November 17, 2010 - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Atmosphere Hospitality Draws on Its Revolutionary Green "DNA" to Unveil New Select Service Prototype Adoba Eco Inn
The Adoba Eco Inn is the latest green offspring from Atmosphere Hospitality Managements socially responsible LEED certified green independent brand concept. - November 16, 2010 - Adoba Eco Hotel & Suites
Yampu.com Announces Special November Discounts on all Highlight Tours
Yampu Tours, “South America’s Leading Tour Operator” that offers tailor-made tours to Latin America and a growing list of other continents, announced a special "customer appreciation" discount today on all November Highlight Tours. - November 13, 2010 - Yampu.com
Ecuador Trekking Company Announces 2011 Destinations
Ecuador is a small South American country, which offers great trekking to those travelers who enjoy nature, culture and all the biodiversity Ecuador represents. - November 12, 2010 - EquatorTrekking.com
Latin America Tour Operator Undertakes New Anti-Corruption Measures
Following Transparency International’s recent poor rating of Peru in its Corruption Index, Latin American tour operator Escaped To Peru, part of Escaped to Latin America, has introduced additional measures to maintain its high levels of customer trust. - November 12, 2010 - Escaped to Latin America
Homestead, Farina’s Earn Quarterly Distinctions from Grapevine Wine Tours
Grapevine Wine Tours guests judge two wineries "Most Outstanding" for third quarter of 2010. - November 11, 2010 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC
Holiday Travel Gets a Jump Start in Rapid City, SD
The Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau is promoting and supporting area events and businesses in an effort to drive economic growth in Rapid City , SD this holiday season. - November 11, 2010 - Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau
Escape to These Exotic Executive Retreats That Will Inspire Creativity, as Brought to You by Business Review Canada
These fresh Executive retreat locations will refresh your team and incite creativity. Each offers a different take on what the corporate retreat is all about. Either way, it’s time for you and your team to get away. Ireland’s Inish Turk Beg, St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and Outer... - November 10, 2010 - WDM Group
Cook Islands Properties Awarded Best Island Villas & Resort in the World
The bubbly is flowing once again in the Cook Islands for the Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) after walking away with awards for the “World’s Leading Boutique Island Resort” and “World’s Leading Island Villas” at the 2010 World Travel Awards Grand Final event... - November 09, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
AdventureSmith Explorations Develops Land-Based Tours to Enhance Portfolio Brimming with Small Ship Cruises
Specialist for Expedition Cruising AdventureSmith Explorations Announces Land Tours for 2011. - November 07, 2010 - AdventureSmith Explorations
Discover France Wins Coveted French Affairs Social Media Award
Discover France specializes in active vacations that feature a variety of activities that range in skill level from easy to challenging to suit the needs of any traveler. - November 05, 2010 - Discover France
Cincinnati Bengals Fans – Practice Their "Growls" and Get Free Ferryboat Rides to Home Games, Bengals Announce New Partnership with Nationwide Insurance
Bengals fans will soon know who has the World’s Greatest Bengals Growl, in a first-of-its-kind contest at Paul Brown Stadium this season. It’s just one element of the new partnership between Nationwide Insurance and the Cincinnati Bengals. Nationwide is now "the official insurance... - October 31, 2010 - queen city riverboats
Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria Offers "Uptown Shopping" Getaway
Serious shoppers stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria, just steps from the world-famous Galleria Mall. Available now through the end of the year, rates for the hotel’s “Uptown Shopping” package starts at $159. - October 31, 2010 - Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria
Corolla Classic Vacations Employee Receives Chamber’s Annual Customer Service Award
Corolla Classic Vacations is pleased to announce Nancy Russell, Operations Administrator, is the recipient of the Currituck County Hospitality Customer Service Award in the Behind-the-Scenes category. - October 30, 2010 - Corolla Classic Vacations
Curb Holiday Spending by Planning Ahead, Urges Essential Travel
With APD on the rise, Essential Travel reveals top 10 money saving tips. - October 30, 2010 - Essential Travel UK
TGW Travel Group Inc. Launches SimplyJetSet.com
SimplyJetSet.com provides tailor-made packages to the affluent traveler that combine the essentials for a high quality vacation – premium airfare, upscale to luxury accommodation, private tours, and personal on-location guides – with local nightlife and/or other leisure activities to... - October 30, 2010 - TGW Travel Group
Leading Hospitality Company in Galapagos and Ecuador Changes Name to Reflect Growing Demand for Mainland Touring Programs
Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges Sees Impressive Growth - Plans Two New Accommodations for Amazon and Highlands Regions. - October 30, 2010 - Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
Yampu Tours Wins Top Award as ‘South America’s Leading Tour Operator’
Yampu Tours announced today that they won a prestigious World Travel Award for being selected South America's Leading Tour Operator after an industry-wide voting process. Described as the 'Oscars' of the travel and tourism industry by The Wall Street Journal, the World Travel Award is one of the... - October 30, 2010 - Yampu.com