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Top 10 Fun Reasons to Take a Naked Vacation at the Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa in Sunny Palm Springs, California This 10/10/10
The number 10 has many meanings. It represents the universe to some. To others, harmony, fulfillment, or the circle of life. 10/10/10 is special. It comes around only once every 100 years. It's a big day. At The Terra Cotta Inn, they give you 10 fun reasons why you should change your vacation habits. Stop taking boring chain hotel vacations and try their fun nude sunbathing resort. So relax and celebrate this momentous occasion in sunny Palm Springs, California in your birthday suit. - October 10, 2010 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Ltd Reveals More Luxury Travel Products to Sell at WTM 2010
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company's New Brochure and the First Ever Luxury Travel Guide Book to Show at WTM 2010 - October 10, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Small Group Adventure Tour Operator Gap Adventures Offers 10% Discount This 10/10/10 Encouraging Travellers to Gift the Right to 20/20 Sight
Gap Adventures encourages travellers to ‘see the world’ and to help local people see it too. - October 09, 2010 - G Adventures
AdventureSmith Explorations Heralds Golden Age of Small Ship Cruising with Itineraries from Alaska to Patagonia
Almost everywhere the land meets the sea there is a small ship or yacht available for up-close exploration with AdventureSmith Explorations. - October 09, 2010 - AdventureSmith Explorations
Yampu.com Announces 10 Percent Discount on All 2010 Highlight Travel Tours
Expert travel company, Yampu Tours, is offering a 10 percent discount on all Highlight Tours that are booked by October 30, 2010. - October 09, 2010 - Yampu.com
Wyoming State Parks Awards Reservations & Permitting Contract to Leisure Interactive, LLC Using Hercules™ Property Management System
The Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails has awarded a three year contract to Leisure Interactive, LLC (LI). The move comes in response to evolving consumer expectations and the desire to deliver a new level of customer service for Wyoming State Park visitors. LI was selected... - October 07, 2010 - Leisure Interactive LLC
Tour d’Afrique’s New 2011 Samba Tango Cycling Adventure Dances Through Music-Loving Cultures from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires
Spanning 1,950 miles in 36 days from Rio to Buenos Aires - the Newest Epic Cycling Adventure from Tour d'Afrique is Dubbed the Samba Tango Tour - October 07, 2010 - Tour d'Afrique Ltd.
Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd Offers Higher Commission to Travel Agents
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) introduces exciting Southeast Asian Tours with 15% Commission. In response to the popular demand from their loyal clients around the world, a new breed of the company’s Southeast Asian Tours packages have been unveiled recently for 2011. They... - October 07, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Science Provides the 'Why' of Love, Balinese Retreat Provides the 'How'
Balinese Retreat, boutique Melbourne couples accommodation, is helping couples put into practice the theories of love that science has uncovered over the past years. - October 06, 2010 - Balinese Retreat
Adventure Tour Operators Surveyed on Use of Social Media – ‘Travel, Tweets & Trends’ Reveals Potential, Challenges
Resmark Systems Co-Sponsors 'Travel, Tweets & Trends Report' - the Most Current and Comprehensive Social Media Study Ever Conducted in the Adventure Travel Industry. - October 04, 2010 - RESMARK Systems
Customers Recommend South American Tours from City-Discovery.com
With South America tourism on the rise, City Discovery promotes its lineup of activities in Buenos Aires, La Paz, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Bogota and Quito – the continent’s top vacation destinations. - October 03, 2010 - City Discovery
Cruises.co.uk Reveal the Godmother for Queen Elizabeth
After great anticipation Cunard Cruises have officially confirmed that their latest superliner Queen Elizabeth will be named by the none other then the much loved British Royal Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. - October 01, 2010 - cruise.co.uk Ltd
New Book Encourages Young Travelers to Plan Their Disney Vacation
"Kid Tips for Walt Disney World" is interactive from beginning to end. It includes tips from kids that will help you plan your vacation, as well as removable components to employ on the trip. This is truly a learning and sharing opportunity that only a teacher-author could arrange. Young travelers between the ages of 7 and 15 years of age wrote and shared their experiences with the author. - October 01, 2010 - Vacation Field Guides
ThePitchfordGroup.com to Host the RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon in Grand Ledge, MI
ThePitchfordGroup.com will be hosting the RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon on the baseball field downtown on Saturday October 9th. Select visitors will have the opportunity to go on a tethered ride in the balloon from 4-6. There will be a drawing to win a ride with the Pilot and Cody Pitchford of ThePitchfordGroup.com when it launches for a non tethered flight at 6 p.m. weather permitting. For any questions about the event contact ThePitchfordGroup.com. - October 01, 2010 - ThePitchfordGroup.com
City-Discovery.com Diversifies Travel Offers in Asia
Travel website presents travel packages in Thailand, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, and China. - October 01, 2010 - City Discovery
Grapevine Wine Tours Add Sunday Excursions
Popular new DFW-area attraction now open for lunch tours on Sundays. - October 01, 2010 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC
Far Flung Outdoor Center Selects Resmark Tour Operator Software for Continued Business Expansion
Resmark Systems announces new client relationship with Far Flung Outdoor Center in Terlingua, Texas - October 01, 2010 - RESMARK Systems
Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges Extend Hospitality to Mainland: New Package Combines Best of Galapagos with Sensual Pleasures of Pacific Coast
Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges Launches New Adventure Tour Combining the Magic of the Galapagos Islands with the Sensual Pleasures of the Mainland Ecuador Coast. - October 01, 2010 - Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
Tour d’Afrique to Host Two Cycling Tours of Namibia, One North and One South, Beginning Late Summer 2011
Tour d'Afrique's new Spotlight on Namibia 2011 “Rugged North” and “Scenic South” Cycling Tours Can be Combined to Create an Over-the-Top 48-Day Adventure - October 01, 2010 - Tour d'Afrique Ltd.
Inner Maldives Holidays Launches First Holiday Catalogue for Locals and Expatriates
Inner Maldives Holidays today announced the launch of the first Holiday Catalogue in Maldives, a free quarterly magazine that includes holiday packages to India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, China, Australia, Africa, Medical packages, Honeymoon packages, Bollywood Tours, Disney Hong Kong... - September 30, 2010 - Inner Maldives Holidays
Winner of the Guide Awards, Luxury Travel Ltd Kicks Off Sales for Christmas and New Year 2010
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ) has just won the Guide Awards 2010 for “the Year’s Best” products and services in the tourism sector in Vietnam in Furama Resort Danang and kicks off Sales for Christmas and New Year 2010, celebrating their award winning service. - September 29, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Group Ltd Announces Wholesales Tour Prices 2011 and Travel Agents Commissions
Luxury Travel Ltd launched their award winning travel experience, service, tours, www.luxurytravelvietnam.com , wholesales tour prices 2010-2011 and Travel Agents Commissions, and announced that there will be a focus on Vietnam and the city of Hanoi due to its 1,000th year celebrations. To better... - September 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch Helicopter Services to Veteran Travelers to Former Battle Fields in Ba Ria Vung Tau
The company is going to launch a day trip by private charter helicopter to Ba Ria Vung Tau for interested travelers from Ho Chi Minh City. The Luxury Travel Company (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ), Vietnam’s leading bespoke travel experience, is experienced in providing special services and... - September 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator Receives “The Year’s Best” Award in the Tourism Industry
Luxury Travel Ltd Receives “The Year’s Best” Award in the Tourism Industry in Vietnam with 124 leading tourism businesses at the 11th Guide Awards ceremony in Da Nang city on September 25. The prestigious awards recognize excellent performance by hotels, resorts, and room booking... - September 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Stacey Dash is the New Face of Tiret Timepieces
Stacey Dash, the beautiful and talented model, actress & designer can be seen wearing the latest Tiret campaign. The campaign is shot for 2 different collections. One featuring the Gotham collection and the other featuring “Second Chance. ” Stacey has become widely known for her... - September 28, 2010 - Tiret New York
Tour d’Afrique, Famed for Epic Cycling Adventures, Announces First-Ever, Four-Week Odyssey in Turkey
Tour d'Afrique's Spotlight on Turkey - a new four-week cycling adventure that takes riders from Ankara to Istanbul while exploring the historical and natural beauty of this modern country - September 26, 2010 - Tour d'Afrique Ltd.
Montana Cycling and Ski Announces Launch of Enhanced, Redesigned Website
Montana Cycling & Ski's new website hopes to appeal to local and out-of-state shoppers with richer content, featured products and advice, community events, cycling tips and links, videos and special promotions. - September 26, 2010 - Montana Cycling and Ski
Top Things to do in Italy on City-Discovery.com
City-Discovery.com announces a selection of over 170 activities in Florence, Milan and Venice. - September 26, 2010 - City Discovery
The Gulf Shores Golf Association Announces a Winner in the "Play to Win" Giveaway
The Gulf Shores Golf Association has concluded its Play to Win sweepstakes and has officially selected a name from among the many entrants. - September 25, 2010 - Gulf Shores Golf Association
Tours Gone Wild Expanding to More Brazil Travel Destinations
Tours Gone Wild is one of the premier travel companies offering travel packages to Brazil. Brazil remains as one of TGW’s main destinations and in 2008, the company opened an office in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to offer its clients better service as well as have a presence in Brazil. Even though Rio de Janeiro is TGW’s home base in Brazil and its main Brazil Travel Destination, it has expanded its package offering to include Buzios, Iguazu Falls, Amazon & Manaus Region, Salvador, and Florianopolis. - September 25, 2010 - TGW Travel Group
Gap Year Calamities on the Rise, Warns Essential Travel
Travel insurance specialist sees alarming increase in claims from backpackers. - September 24, 2010 - Essential Travel UK
ZipQuest Chooses Resmark Tour Operator Software to Manage New Zipline Canopy Tour Business
Resmark Systems announces new client relationship with ZipQuest, a North Carolina-based zipline and canopy tour company. - September 24, 2010 - RESMARK Systems
The Cove of Lake Geneva to Host Classic Car Rally Cocktail Party & Offers Discounted Room Rates to Participants
This Friday, September 24th The Cove of Lake Geneva will be hosting a cocktail party from 5pm to 7pm for the Lake Geneva Classic Car Rally. During the cocktail party, The Cove will be holding a drawing for a free night stay at the resort. In addition, The Cove will also be generously donating a... - September 23, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality
The New Travel Portal ItalyItalia is Online Now with Improved Features and Even More Hotels
New features, new content and more hotels with online booking are now available at ItalyItalia (www.italyitalia.com), the travel portal dedicated to quality holidays in Italy. - September 22, 2010 - ItalyItalia
Huskies Reach 100 Year Old Sailing Ship Locked in Ice
Aqua-Firma are offering a truly authentic Arctic experience onboard a classic schooner in Spitsbergen, providing exciting opportunities for dog sledding and the chance to witness some spectacular polar landscapes and fascinating wildlife. - September 22, 2010 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd
Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau Awards Athletic Director with Black Hills Hero Award for Attracting Thousands to Rapid City
Darren Paulson receives the Black Hill Hero Award for securing more than one million dollars in visitor spending. - September 22, 2010 - Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau
Ava Gardner Museum Offers Free Admission on Smithsonian Magazine's 6th Annual Museum Day
Visitors must print Museum Day Admission Card to gain free entry - September 21, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
Yampu.com Announces Special Discounts on All 2010 Highlight Travel Tours
The discount allows travelers who book before September 30, 2010 to save up to $600 on their vacation tour package. - September 21, 2010 - Yampu.com
Business Traveler’s Haven at Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Xiamen’s most experienced service staff turn their experience and facilities towards supplying visitors with an unforgettable stay experience - September 19, 2010 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Mazatlan Brings Vibrant Culture, Acclaimed Folk Dance Performance to Vancouver During MexicoFest Celebration
Celebrating two hundred years of independence, Mazatlan showcased their award-winning heritage with lively musical performances and authentic folk dancers. - September 17, 2010 - Mazatlan
Mazatlan Tees Off MexicoFest Golf Tournament in Vancouver
Nearly 100 golfers came out swinging for the Mexico Golf Tournament, the grand kickoff to MexicoFest taking place this week, Sept. 7 – 17, in Vancouver. Host of the 2010 Canadian PGA tour, the Pacific Coast city of Mazatlan was in the spotlight as sponsor for this unique event, part of the... - September 17, 2010 - Mazatlan
AdventureSmith Explorations Promotes Tanzania Safari by Way of Galapagos in New Booking Incentive Contest
AdventureSmith Explorations Promotion: New Bookings on Galapagos Cruise Entered to Win a Luxury African Safari for Two. - September 17, 2010 - AdventureSmith Explorations
IcelandTotal.com Offers Volcano Tours in Iceland
Volcano tours have become the hottest activity in Iceland recently. Tour operators are offering numerous day trips to see the Iceland volcano eruption including Icelandtotal.com, Iceland’s One Stop Travel Shop which offers a broad selection of different volcano tours. Vignir Gudjonsson,... - September 16, 2010 - Iceland Total
Pacific Resort Wins Big at the 2010 HM Awards
Pacific Resort Rarotonga has received a high distinction accolade for “Environmental Program of the Year” at the 8th Annual HM Awards Gala Dinner held on Friday 3 September 2010. This award places Pacific Resort Rarotonga as the runner-up in the Australasia region to the Wolgan Valley... - September 15, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
JapanQuest Journeys and Asia Jet Announce an Exciting New Partnership for Private Luxury Air Travel and Bespoke Luxury Journeys to Japan
JapanQuest Journeys and Asia Jet are pleased to announce a partnership to jointly offer bespoke “tailor-made” luxury journeys to Japan to bring high-end clients the ultimate in luxury air and on-the-ground travel. The collaboration combines Asia Jet’s deep knowledge and experience flying the finest private jet fleet and providing prestigious service, with JapanQuest Journey’s expertise and reach on tailor-made luxury journeys as well as insider access. - September 15, 2010 - JapanQuest Journeys
Voyage Manager Releases GDS Integration
Voyage Manager, one of the world's most effective travel monitoring and security tools now provides integration with the leading GDS systems. - September 15, 2010 - Voyage Manager
Joseph Brecker Cruises Now Offering Land Adventures
Joseph Brecker is pleased to announce that Joseph Brecker Cruises and its travel partner, CruisesInc. Have teamed up with some of the travel industries biggest providers to offer more adventures and more travel options. “I am excited and pleased that finally we are able to offer even more... - September 15, 2010 - Joseph Brecker - Cruises Inc
Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau Rejoins Forces with ARES
The Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau has rejoined with Advanced Reservation Systems, Inc. (ARES), to provide online travel booking capabilities for consumers via the www.choosechicago.com website. - September 12, 2010 - Advanced Reservation Services, Inc.
Béziers Mediterranean Publicises Geocaching Treasure-Trails
The Béziers Mediterranean Tourist Office treasure-trails; discover the region's highlights through 'Geocaching' hi-tech treasure hunting game played with a GPS. - September 12, 2010 - Béziers Mediterranean Tourist Office
Travel To Go Goes Green
Travel To Go is doing their part to help protect the environment by announcing their new go green campaign. In celebration of 20 years of value service to vacationers throughout the U.S., Travel To Go is finding new ways to go green and inviting others to share their ideas as well. - September 11, 2010 - Travel To Go