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Mykonos Accommodation Center Supports the 2nd XLsior Gay International Festival on Mykonos Island - August 20 -28
LifeZONE events is proud to present for the second time the most Glamorous and Fun festival of the summer, the XLsior Festival 2010 in Mykonos. Mykonos Accommodation Center organizes your room reservation & provides the pass for all parties. - July 06, 2010 - Mykonos Accommodation Center
Family Adventures with Western River Expeditions Offer a Cure for Digital Overload
Families need a way to log off and find quality time with each other. They struggle to find quality time at home. It can even be difficult to completely unplug on most vacations. - July 05, 2010 - Western River Expeditions
Philly: There’s an App for That! Philadelphia Raises Profile as an Interactive City with New Find Your Philly℠ Powered by SCVNGR App.
The "Find your Philly" mobile application is a free download designed to give you the clues and hidden secrets of Philadelphia. Choose from the arts, culture, history or science to help you unravel Philadelphia's story. Prepare to go on a scavenger hunt unlike any other. - July 02, 2010 - Independence Visitor Center
Sojourn Announces a New Deluxe Fall Foliage Bike Tour Featuring Exclusive Lodging and Premier Cycling Routes in Vermont
Vermont bike tours have proven to be Sojourn’s most popular trips for 2010. Due to extremely high demand for the region’s fall foliage tours, Sojourn has recently added an additional trip for 2010. The new premier tour runs from October 10-15 and features lodging in the Champlain... - July 02, 2010 - Sojourn Bicycling and Active Vacations
Cruise.co.uk Reveals Which Cruise Line is Regarded the Primark of the Seas
The results have finally been revealed by Cruise.co.uk of what customers really think of their favourite cruise lines. Certain cruise lines were given the shock of their lives as they got an insight into customer awareness. - June 30, 2010 - cruise.co.uk Ltd
Rare South African Wines Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
Twenty of the finest wines to come out of the world-renown wine regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl & Robertson Valley, S.A. will be showcased at the 5th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, July 10th & 11th 2010 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival is a celebration... - June 30, 2010 - Grayhaven Winery
Golfthere.com Launches "Golf on the Gulf Coast" World-Wide Ad and Public Relations Campaign
Golfthere.com has launched a promotion to raise money for Gulf Coast cities affected by the recent oil spill. 10% of the profits of golf vacations on the Gulf Coast will go to the National Audubon Society Action Fund. - June 30, 2010 - Fairways Golf Vacations
Free Advertising Offered to Tourism & Visitor / Convention Bureaus in the Gulf Region Affected by the Horizon Oil Spill
Winemaking social network forum WinePress.US is offering free advertising for a limited time to all visitor convention and tourism bureaus affected by the oil spill in the Gulf. - June 29, 2010 - WinePress.US
Travellers Auto Barn Honoured with Asia Pacific Regional Award
Campervan Hire Australia specialists Travellers Auto Barn have been rewarded with the Asia Pacific Regional Award in the category of "Best Tourist/Free Publication." - June 28, 2010 - Travellers Auto Barn
A Nude Sunbathing Vacation in Sunny Palm Springs, California is More Affordable with Terra Cotta Inn's 15th Annual "Get a Great All Over Suntan 50% Off Room Sale"
"Nudist Colonies? We can't vacation at a nudist colony." Sadly, many people who would love to vacation at nudist resorts or nude beaches dismiss them because they think they're still like the nudist colonies of old, made famous by Inspector Clouseau from the Pink Panther movies. Modern... - June 28, 2010 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Tours & Co Steps Into South America Through City-Discovery.com and World-Airport-Transfer.com
City-Discovery.com and World-Airport Transfers have a new presence in Latin America. - June 27, 2010 - City Discovery
The Brits Are Back
Due to an unprecedented value for money, sales show concrete evidence of a turn around in the Italian property market. - June 25, 2010 - Realitalia
Expo Lanka Holdings Leading Subsidiary Expo Aviation Launches Expo Pavilion, a Motel in Jaffna Sri Lanka
Expo Aviation, a subsidiary of Expo Lanka Holdings launched “Expo Pavilion,” a colonial style rest house for discerning travelers who are in search of comfortable accommodation in the war-free zone of Jaffna, north of Sri Lanka. Conveniently located on the A9 route, Expo Pavilion is a tastefully decorated budget friendly place that offers modern amenities and delicious meals. Amongst the first guest was none other than renowned Sri Lankan cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya. - June 23, 2010 - Expo Aviation
Walking with the Aliens: Roswell Authors Offer Walking Tours of UFO Haunts
During the 2010 UFO Festival in Roswell, New Mexico, authors Noe Torres, Ruben Uriarte, and E.J. Wilson will offer special walking tours of several key locations at the former Roswell Army Air Field that are directly linked to the 1947 UFO incident. - June 21, 2010 - RoswellBooks.com
National Concierge Association Holds 12th Annual Conference for Hospitality Professionals
The National Concierge Association (NCA), a non profit-network organization for Concierge of all types and hospitality industry professionals will be holding their 12th annual conference August 16-18, 2010 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. The three day event features a variety of... - June 20, 2010 - National Concierge Association
“Wagons Roll” – Westward Ho! Van Fleet Covered Wagon Train Rolls Through the West Following the Pioneer Trail
A covered wagon train traverses the Mormon Pioneer Trail as a re-enactment of the wagon train of 1847. The wagon train will travel over 350 miles the month of June from Ogallala, Nebraska to Casper, Wyoming - June 20, 2010 - VanFleet Wagon Train
ALL STAR Vacation Homes Launches Summer Giveaway On Facebook
ALL STAR Vacation Homes has launched a daily sweepstakes giveaway of a pair of Disney passes on Facebook that runs June 15, 2010 through July 15, 2010 plus a Grand Prize sweepstakes giveaway of a 7 night stay Orlando vacation package. - June 19, 2010 - All Star Vacation Homes
Barcelona Event Agency, Top Congress, Organises a Marketing Seminar for Grupo Tres C & Google
A new successful event organised by Top Congress in Spain - June 18, 2010 - Top Congress - Professional Congress Organiser-
Celebrate Local History This July 4th Weekend with a Glide on a Segway Tour
With many Triangle residents making plans for entertaining friends and family on the Fourth of July weekend, one fun way of enjoying the local sights - and celebrating local history - is by taking a guided Segway tour of our Capital City. - June 18, 2010 - Triangle Glides
Web Marketing Team Presents the Section of Cinque Terre on About Liguria
On About Liguria, it is possible to find useful information about the wonderful Cinque Terre, five small villages located by the sea, in the Region of Liguria (Italy) and a practical free Booking Service, in order to easily find accommodation in Cinque Terre. About Liguria is a website by Web Marketing Team. - June 18, 2010 - Web Marketing Team srl
ItalyItalia Announces the Addition of a Number of Fine Quality Hotels to Its Travel Portal
ItalyItalia, an innovative travel portal specialised in providing quality vacations in Italy for international tourists, announces the addition of a number of hotels located on the stunning island of Lampedusa to its website. - June 16, 2010 - ItalyItalia
Global-Explore.com Begins Operating Angkor Wat Tours in Cambodia
Travelers from around the world may now book their own private tour guide on-line prior to visiting the Ancient Ruins of Angkor Wat. - June 15, 2010 - global-explore.com
A Guide to Dining in Pamplona During the Fiesta De San Fermín
A short guide to the Gastronomy of Navarra and where to dine during the Fiesta, provided by Iberian Traveler, a premier provider of luxury food, wine and cultural tours in Spain, Portugal & the south of France. - June 15, 2010 - Iberian Traveler
Travel Writer and Publisher Announces Two Different Information Websites
Eddy Tuchman of Tuchman Online Publishing – TOP has been working on his site appropriately named http://le-caribbean.islands.com for more than two years. Tuchman was born and lived in the Caribbean area for most of his life. Dedicated for years to the Travel Industry with headquarters in... - June 15, 2010 - Tuchman Online Publishing
The Holiday Ferret Now Offers Holiday Apartment Listings for 18 Months for the Price of 12 with No Commission on Bookings
The Holiday Ferret, now offers 18 months exposure for listing vacation and holiday apartments on their site for the price of 12. This new pricing plan is currently active, and is available now to apartment owners, who are looking to rent their vacation villa via the web. - June 13, 2010 - The Holiday Ferret
Introducing the Irish Luxe Golf Trail Fairways Golf Vacations Exclusive Offer
Fairways Golf Vacations and Golfthere.com today announced the launch of the Irish Luxe Golf Trail in conjunction with the Irish Tourist Board and three of the top golf resorts in Ireland. The Irish Luxe Golf Trail is comprised of three 5 - star Irish golf resorts. The resorts that are part of the... - June 13, 2010 - Fairways Golf Vacations
Around About Britain Special Offers Section Shown to Increase Bookings
The month of May saw the Marketing & Research Team at Around About Britain carry out a survey on a sample of their current clients with surprising results. - June 13, 2010 - Around About Ltd
The B & B Directory Unveils New ‘Platinum Upgrade’ Package to Clients
The month of May saw The B & B Directory unveil a brand new offering to clients in the shape of their new ‘Platinum Upgrade’ package. - June 13, 2010 - The B & B Directory
BA Strikes Spike Late Availability Search Surge on The Holiday Cottages Website
The Holiday Cottages website has noted a significant increase in the number of visitors to the website accessing the Late Availability section since the British Airways strikes began across the UK. It is thought that people are trying to find alternative holiday options at short notice and the Late Availability section on the website is an ideal way to do that. - June 13, 2010 - The Holiday Cottages
We Accept Pets Begins Recruitment Drive for New Telesales Executives
The start of June has seen the Directors at We Accept Pets begin their largest and most wide-ranging recruitment drive since the company started in September. They are looking to double the size of their current workforce to cope with demand for their services. - June 13, 2010 - We Accept Pets
TubersEdge.com Strategizes to Provide More Professional Courtesy and Convenience to Tubing Enthusiasts in Iowa
Tubers Edge has strategized to cater to tubing enthusiasts on a whole new level. Partnering with local hospitality proves to be successful in providing better service and more options for "tubers". - June 10, 2010 - Tubers Edge
Get 15% Off the Regular Price When Booking St. Petersburg Shore Excursions Through the Tour de Force Website in June 2010
Tour de Force announces a new discount campaign for all the customers that book and pay an online St. Petersburg excursion in June 2010. - June 10, 2010 - Tour De Force
Family-Friendly Hotel Package Includes Tickets to Kemah Boardwalk or NASA
Guests staying at Comfort Suites Seabrook, Texas now through December 31, 2010 can either select two passes to explore what life is like for astronauts at Space Center Houston or enjoy two, all-day ride tickets at Kemah Boardwalk with thrill rides and arcade games. Starting at just $129, the package also includes suite accommodations, late checkout and free shuttle service to and from both attractions. - June 10, 2010 - Comfort Suites Seabrook
Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals Introduces Jill Eberly as the Vail and Beaver Creek Sales Manager
Vacation rental company announces the internal promotion of Jill Eberly in time for the 2010 summer season. - June 10, 2010 - Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals
Explore the Australian Outback with Global Gypsies on an Escorted and Catered Self-Drive 4WD 'Tag-Along-Tour' - Independent But Not Alone
Special discount offered on exciting Aussie Outback escorted and catered, self-drive 4WD 'tag-along-tour' run by Global Gypsies in July - June 10, 2010 - Global Gypsies Tours & Training
Tour Operator Highlights Growing Trend: Marrying Luxury and Sustainability Creating a Fresh Concept of Eco-Luxury Vacations
Each of Reefs to Rockies’ eco-luxury vacations focus on the experience of the destination. Particular attention is given to the culture and this history of a biologically diverse region. - June 10, 2010 - Reefs to Rockies
Sector Expert Makes Innovative Website Available to All
Aviation data experts Aviation Analytics make UK air passenger data available via a demonstration business intelligence tool - June 09, 2010 - Aviation Analytics Limited
New Start-Up, AerBuddy.com Aims to Combat Fees in the Airline Industry
AerBuddy provides you with access to the cheapest airline tickets in addition to travel consulting. AerBuddy not only provides you with affordable initial ticket costs, but pays the fee for one or more checked bags as well as consultation throughout the passengers' traveling. AerBuddy also monitors passenger flights in case of the need to reroute clients due to delays, and provides updates on airport changes, available car rentals, and hotel accommodations to ensure ultimate peace of mind. - June 09, 2010 - Aerhub.com
Murder Mystery Weekend at the 4* Ardanaiseig Hotel
In October 2010 the breathtaking Ardanaiseig hotel will host a murder mystery weekend like no other. During a glamorous two night stay, guests will be invited to attend an indulgent evening of intrigue, hilarity, gourmet dining and murder most foul. - June 09, 2010 - Ardanaiseig
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company to Attend a Seminar on Tourism in Myanmar with the VNAT
Vietnam First Luxury Tour Operator (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) to Attend a Seminar on Tourism in Rangoon, Myanmar with the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism. Vietnam will hold a seminar on tourism in Myanmar from 10 to 15 June 2010 to promote tourism development of the two countries,... - June 09, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Launch of Route.ly - A New Web Service to Share and Discover the Best Driving Routes Around the Globe
A new free internet service, Routely (http://route.ly), was launched today that enables users to search for and share the best driving roads for cars and motorbikes around the world. - June 04, 2010 - Route.ly
Celebrate 4th of July at Disney World with Destinations in Florida and Explore the Magic
Celebrate America the 4th of July Weekend at Walt Disney World. Destinations in Florida Travel and Explore the Magic host the 1st Annual Fireworks & Fun Event at Walt Disney World from July 1-6. - June 03, 2010 - Destinations in Florida Travel
Realitalia’s New Website Now Online - Freehold Managed Italian Property
Clarity and easy navigation. The website explains why the Freehold Managed Italian Homes of Realitalia are different: the Realitalia Management System, the Design Options, the Furniture Packages and the Eco-commitment of Realitalia. - June 02, 2010 - Realitalia
Western River Expeditions Hosts Girlfriend’s Getaway July 20-23 Plus 2, 4 and 6-Day Summer-Long Rafting Adventures on Colorado River Through Cataract Canyon in Utah
Western River Expeditions (http://www.westernriver.com/) announces a July 20-23 Girlfriend’s Getaway plus 2, 4 and 6-day summer-long adventures on the 100-mile stretch of the Colorado River called Cataract Canyon in Utah. All programs include rafting and hiking in Canyonlands National Park... - June 02, 2010 - Western River Expeditions
Up to 15% Discount on City-Discovery.com’s Summer Activities in London
“There is in London all that life can afford.” City-Discovery.com takes off from Samuel Johnson’s quote to present 10 vacation ideas in London, highlighting this dynamic city’s medieval and modern attractions. To sweeten the deal, the travel website is holding a 15% discount on a selection of sightseeing tours and day trips from June 1 to 30. - June 02, 2010 - City Discovery
Ecoconut Tours Inc. Actor in the Worldwide Movement of Responsible Tourism in the Philippines.
Ecoconut Tours Inc. reaffirms its mission by concrete actions in sustainable and social tourism on Olango Island in the context of the fourth worldwide day for responsible tourism. There are 3 major goals: - To sensitize their visitors to the environment and to the local culture; - To create an... - June 02, 2010 - Ecoconut Tours Inc.
AdventureSmith Announces 2-for-1 and Run-of-Boat Specials for Explorations of Galapagos
Save up to $5,945 per couple with AdventureSmith Explorations' Two-for One and Run-of-the-Boat Specials in the Galapagos Islands. - May 31, 2010 - AdventureSmith Explorations
Lack of Qualified Tourism Graduates, Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator to Build Luxury Travel University
The direction board of Luxury Travel Group plans to build first Luxury Travel University in Vietnam. - May 29, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Vietnamese Local Tour Company Benefits from the Internet
Luxury Travel Vietnam http://luxurytravelvietnam.com/ is one of premier luxury travel and tour operator in Asia and benefits from the internet and grows a double digit year on year since 2004. During the past decades, the internet has become an indispensable part of modern life, bringing with it... - May 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Adriatic Challenge Participating in the Linz Cup with Its 19 Bavaria 42 Match Fleet
Adriatic Challenge, a yacht charter in Croatia, is participating with its Bavaria 42 Match fleet in the 2010 edition of the sailing Croatia regatta event, the Linuz Cup. It is a famous Mediterranean yacht charter company well known for its organization and participation in regatta events and for holding corporate sailing programs. - May 28, 2010 - Adriatic Challenge - Company for yacht charter in Croatia