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Venice Florida Realtor Helps Charities
Realtor® Wayne Welsh, P.A. announced that the “Welsh Team” has donated $50,000. in personal commissions to charity resulting from the sale of Venice Florida real estate. The Welsh Team donates 10% of their personal commission to charity after every sale. They are unique in that... - January 04, 2010 - Gulf Shores Realty
Colombia - New Vacation Destination for Escaped to Latin America
Escaped to Peru operated its first vacation to Colombia last month in conjunction with its local service partners. The tour company is taking advantage of an extensive government advertising campaign which claims: “the only risk is wanting to stay.¨ Once known for being the center of... - January 04, 2010 - Escaped to Latin America
Flight Attendant Bloggers Launch Podcast Offering Insight Into Job
Two popular Flight Attendant bloggers have joined together to create a podcast offering an entertaining and enlightening look at their jobs and the lifestyle the job provides. - January 04, 2010 - The Crew Lounge
Experience the Height of Luxury Travel in Vietnam
Luxury Travel Group is offering a 14 day experience the height of luxury Travel in Vietnam entitled “The Best of Vietnam in Two Weeks” for travelers to experience Vietnam in luxury and style. - January 02, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Tour Operator to Promote Vietnam at Berlin Travel Show
Vietnamese luxury travel operator Luxury Travel Company is showcasing its luxury tailor-made tourism services at the annual travel trade show in Berlin from March 10th to 14th, 2010. The company is presenting its tailored tours to Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar to 180,000 visitors... - January 02, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Traveling with Purpose Becomes More Popular
Luxury Travel is offering a travel package for people to have an opportunity to give of themselves in service to the Vietnamese while traveling to the country. Guests can join hand with the company to support a SOS village in the outskirts of Hanoi. - January 02, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
iXiGO.com Named Finalist at Manthan Awards South Asia 2009
Recognition for consumer empowerment in e-business & commerce category. - January 02, 2010 - ixigo
Toomeys Mardi Gras Gears Up for Business Season Yet with Beads and Masks Galore
Toomeys Mardi Gras - One of the nations oldest and most trusted suppliers of Mardi Gras Flair is gearing up for their busiest season yet with new, never seen before merchandise. - January 01, 2010 - Toomeys Mardi Gras
Discover North Vietnam from Highlights to Delights
Luxury Travel Vietnam, Gourmet connoisseur, to Launch "Delight North Cuisine" for an Unlimited Appetite for a Culinary Adventure. Along with exploring new cultures, one of the great joys of travel is the discovery of new cuisine. Those unfamiliar with Vietnamese food are in for a treat,... - January 01, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Yats Leisure Adds Kayaking and Boating in Philippines to Its Clearwater Lake in Clark Freeport Pampanga
Kayaking and Canoeing facilities added to Clark's Clearwater Lake. Yats Leisure address three important concerns of leisure tourists, namely safety, hygiene and convenience. Other outdoor amenities such as camping, beach and water sports are also available at Clearwater Resort in Clark Philippines. - December 31, 2009 - Yats Leisure
Equitrekking’s PBS TV Series Launches Equitrekking Travel Featuring Exceptional Equestrian Vacations
Equitrekking, the Emmy Award-Winning Public TV series that is broadcast to tens of millions of viewers on PBS and international networks, announces the launch of Equitrekking Travel [www.EquitrekkingTravel.com]. This new enterprise will allow individuals and groups to enjoy in person the horse... - December 31, 2009 - Equitrekking
Arizona Winter Snow Storms Bring Cross-Country Skiing to Torreon Golf Community
Torreon Golf Community open new cross-country trail for members and guests to enjoy Arizona snowfall. Guests at Torreon Villas or Lodges have full guest privileges, including the new trail winding through the largest stand of Ponderosa pine forest in the southwest. - December 31, 2009 - Torreon Golf Community
Bhaya Cruises Christmas Special Showcases Halong Bay’s Grotto
Bhaya celebrates Christmas with its guests insides Thay Cave - December 31, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
A Year in the Life of GVI: 2009 Review...
From Obama to H1N1 to financial crisis to the death of the King of Pop, 2009 has been some year… - December 31, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
GreenTracks Offers a 2,000 Mile Voyage on the Amazon River
GreenTracks is now offering a cruise aboard the Clelia II where you will enjoy elegant accommodations, intimate surroundings, and superb service while covering over 2,000 miles of the Amazon - December 31, 2009 - GreenTracks, Inc.
Top Five Reasons Why Your New Years Resolutions Should Include Vacationing Clothing Optional at The Terra Cotta Inn, Palm Springs, California
Year after year, you make New Years resolutions that you fail to keep. This new year or should we say nude year, why not add a fun vacation experience to your resolutions. One that you will want to keep. Resolve to take an exciting vacation at a clothes free nude sunbathing resort. - December 30, 2009 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Las Vegas Monorail Welcomed 40 Millionth Rider
The Las Vegas Monorail Company celebrated the Monorail’s 40 millionth rider on Saturday, Dec. 19, marking a milestone for the Las Vegas Strip transportation system. - December 30, 2009 - Las Vegas Monorail Company
New Orleans Chosen #1 New Year’s Eve Destination by Nightlife Website PubClub.com
“New Year’s Eve is the biggest international party event of the year,” said Kevin Wilkerson, President, PubClub.com. “Yet most people don’t know where to spend it because it’s such a difficult decision with seemingly endless choices. That is why, based on our personal experiences, PubClub.com has developed this list in order to let people know the places that are the most fun.” - December 30, 2009 - PubClub.com
Christmas and New Year’s Travel News
Universal Action Travel commenting on the 2009 Winter Travel season. - December 30, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Bhaya Cruises Offers Exceptional Holiday Season Activities
Bhaya's Christmas and New Year cruises bring guests to a sparkling gala dinner with live music entertainment inside limestone cave. - December 29, 2009 - Bhaya Cruises
Essen Travel Announces Its New Road Trips Feature, Which Makes Searching for Denver Hotels a Fast and Easy Experience
Essen Travel is pleased to announce its new Road Trips feature that allows travelers to find Denver hotels within hours of their residence. - December 28, 2009 - Essentravel.com
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Has Just Launched 7 Day Two World and One Kingdom: Bangkok - Chiang Mai
Luxury Travel Group (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has just launched 7 day Two World and One Kingdom: Bangkok - Chiang Mai 7 days/6nights. - December 27, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Announces 24 Hour Non Stop Service and One Day Sale in Jan 2010
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Company to sell all tour packages at 25% off on 15 Jan 2010 on their website www.LuxuryTravelvietnam.com and provides 24 hour non stop online customer service and online Booking. - December 27, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Gold's Gym Middletown Reveals the Top Ten "Fail Proof" Secrets to Making Your Fitness Resolutions a Reality in 2010
Worldwide Fitness Leader Offers America the Ultimate Fail Proof Tips and Free Workouts to Get in Shape This New Year. - December 25, 2009 - Glenpointe Spa & Fitness
Las Vegas Monorail Will Remain Open on New Year’s Eve When the Strip is Closed to Vehicle Traffic
While Sin City is hosting several hundred thousand revelers on New Year’s Eve, the Las Vegas Monorail will continue to transport people from one end of the Strip to the other, even when Las Vegas Blvd. closes to vehicles and buses. Visitors looking to get to the city’s hottest spots... - December 25, 2009 - Las Vegas Monorail Company
Overland Africa Experiences: Gap Adventures Guarantees Them
Gap Adventures guarantees all Africa overland departures through mid-2010, provides travellers with peace of mind. - December 25, 2009 - G Adventures
Gap Adventures Wins 6 Major Awards in Rapid Succession, Closes Out the Year Celebrating with Staff
Adventure tour operator honoured for achievements in travel, business, sustainability. - December 25, 2009 - G Adventures
Noble Jets Offers One Way Private Jet Flights
Noble Jets, the world renowned private jet charter service, is announcing new One Way Service options for all of its clientele. Noble Jet’s One Way Private Jet Service will now fly clientele all over the world, and the company has even made booking a flight that much easier. Alex Volis, CEO... - December 25, 2009 - Noble Jets
Vietnam is an Emerging Luxury Travel Destination in South East Asia
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Promotes Vietnam & luxury tourism products at the ITB Berlin 2010, Germany. - December 25, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Anantara Bophut: A New Name to a Familiar Lap of Luxury
Anantara Koh Samui has become known as Anantara Bophut, Koh Samui as a result of Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas’ expansion from one resort to two on this exquisite tropical island. Anantara’s first island hideaway, now known as Anantara Bophut, Koh Samui, opened in November 2004. - December 25, 2009 - Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Audemars Piguet and Anantara Trumpet the 2010 King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the 2010 dates for the King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament. The highly popular event will take place from March 22 to March 28 in the northernmost region of Thailand known as the Golden Triangle. This year’s event is once again... - December 25, 2009 - Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa Leading Phuket’s High Season Scene with "Infinity Sunsets"
Taking exclusive island living to dramatically new stylish heights, Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa’s Infinity Sunset Sessions are now in full swing, bestowing guests with a fabulous blend of fine dining, tempting cocktails, coastal fashion and intoxicating sounds, against a backdrop of... - December 25, 2009 - Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Gap Adventures Announces Boxing Week Adventure Sale
Adventure tour operator slashes prices by up to 20% on select tours. - December 24, 2009 - G Adventures
Bloomingdale's and Briggs & Riley Announce the Launch of Briggs & Riley at Bloomingdale's Stores
Bloomingdale's begins distribution of Briggs & Riley Travelware in select stores nationwide. Debuts with Briggs & Riley brand shops at Bloomingdale's San Francisco and flagship 59th Street location in New York; online distribution starts early 2010. - December 24, 2009 - Briggs & Riley Travelware
Team Gill Racing and Fenton Racing Merge for the 2010 NASCAR and ARCA Season
After a successful test at Daytona, Team Gill and Fenton Racing have shown that they will be a factor at any race they enter in 2010. Contesting both the Arca and Nascar Campingworld Truck races, the duo expect to turn heads in the upcoming season. - December 23, 2009 - Fenton Racing
Accor Rewards Mastercard Cardholders Through ‘Free Night’ Promotion at Over 188 Accor Hotels in Asia/Pacific
Cardholders Are Rewarded with One Free Night and a Lucky Draw Entry for Consecutive Three Night Booking - December 23, 2009 - Accor
New Years Eve at Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
The New Years party is ready to be held at the Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen to celebrate the coming 2010. - December 23, 2009 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Beach Rentals Fort Myers Company Owners, Implements Technology-Based Employee Training Program
Lahaina Island Accommodations sponsored their Senior Sales and Service Specialist, Vicki Rose, to complete a 12 month technology based training program, courtesy of their employers Barb and Paul Garfold. As owners of the exclusive beach rentals Fort Myers company owners, the Garfolds have invested... - December 23, 2009 - Lahaina Island Accommodations
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group to Promote "Best of Vietnam in Two Weeks"
Luxury Travel is offering a 14 day tour entitled “Best of Vietnam in Two Weeks” for travelers to experience Vietnam in luxury and style. - December 22, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Motor City Brew Tours – Brewery Bus Tours
Motor City Brew Tours brings craft beer enthusiasts to Metro Detroit’s best microbreweries for VIP beer tastings, insider tours of breweries and talks with the brewers - December 22, 2009 - Motor City Brew Tours, LLC
Nika Corporate Housing Recognized for Outstanding Service by US Central Command (CENTCOM) Personnel
Nika Corporate Housing, LLC was presented with recognition for outstanding customer service to US service members stationed at headquarters United States Central Command in Tampa Florida. - December 21, 2009 - Nika Corporate Housing
Holiday Essay Contest Winner Receives a Weekend Getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts
Mike Ditka Resorts is pleased to announce the winner of their “Holiday Essay Contest.” Cindy Scaduto submitted a touching story about her husband, Bruce, who has made a difference in her life this holiday season despite a few hardships their family is currently facing. In her essay,... - December 21, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Attention Lifelong Learners: Join the Senior Summer School in Celebrating Its 25th Year of Providing Superior Summer Travel and Education Opportunities
Senior Summer School is proud to announce its twenty-fifth year of providing exceptional travel opportunities for lifelong learners on university campuses across the country. To celebrate this milestone, Senior Summer School is offering two week summer getaways starting as low as $999 (airfare not included) in Madison, WI and San Diego, CA. - December 21, 2009 - Senior Summer School
GreenTracks to Give Away a Cruise on the Delfin II Amazon Riverboat
Win an Amazon Cruise valued at $3616. The winner of this random drawing will receive one cabin on the Delfin II for 2 people on a 4 Day/3 Night departure in 2010. - December 21, 2009 - GreenTracks, Inc.
Clark Travel Leisure Guide List Interesting Things to do in Mimosa Leisure Estate in Clark Philippines
Mimosa Leisure Estate in Clark Philippines gets a face lift with opening of new upscale establishments of Yats Leisure. - December 20, 2009 - Philippines Clark Marketing
Tour Guide to Manhattan Food Walks
Manhattan is best explored on foot, stopping in a unique clothing store, checking out the menu of a restaurant, and going in a local bakery and smelling their wonderful desserts. - December 20, 2009 - Walking Tours Manhattan
Luxury Travel to Promote Helicopter Tours
Luxury Travel Vietnam Promotes Helicopter Tours from Hanoi to Halong Bay and Sapa. - December 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Day Trip from Hanoi to the World Heritage Halong Bay
Luxury Travel Vietnam to Launch Day Trip to Halong Bay for Hanoi Based Luxury Travelers - December 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Last Minute Luxury Thailand Holiday for Christmas and New Year
Luxury Travel Accepts Last Minute Luxury Holiday in Thailand with Essentials Highlights of Thailand for luxury travelers to experience the wonders of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket or Koh Samui. - December 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
New Chairman Named to Head Boston's Lodging Security Association
The Executive Director of the International Lodging Safety and Security Association, H. Skip Brandt, CPP, is pleased to announce that Mr. Michael J. Soper, CLSD, has been named as the new Chairman of the International Lodging Security and Safety Association’s Boston Founding Chapter... - December 19, 2009 - International Lodging Safety and Security Association