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Vietnam Tourism Sector to Aim Luxury
Speaker Ha Pham, CEO of Luxury Travel Company, goes to conclusion at TIC 2009 in New World Hotel Saigon, the luxury travel market is bigger today than over before. Vietnam tourism sector should focus on this market which brings higher profits margin with fewer visitors. Once considered a... - October 06, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Athlone Hotels Are Making Waves on the Shannon, and Leaving the Competition in Its Wake
Since its launch in January 2009 hotelsinathlone.com has become a well ranked hotel listing website, ahead of some major players in the market. Proof that search rankings don’t need to be bought when you have brains. - October 05, 2009 - NWT Media
Creative Travel, Inc of Delaware Offers Upscale Travelers a "Guide to the Good Life"
Local Travel Agency Delivers Prestigious Excursions, Unparalleled Service Around the World. - October 05, 2009 - Creative Travel, Inc
Sustainability and Conservation Lead 2010 Travel Trends New Trips from Reefs to Rockies Highlight 2010 Travel Trends
Reefs to Rockies is a boutique tour operator specializing in customized itineraries to destinations famous for their wildlife and biodiversity. These “biodiversity hotspots” offer travelers unparalleled opportunities to view wildlife in their natural environments. - October 04, 2009 - Reefs to Rockies
The Future Looks Brighter and Realitalia Business Model Offers Solid Ground to Improve Confidence
Markets improve, more people start moving, Realitalia offers a number of reasons to go ahead now with the advantages of a real professional management (and letting) service, rental guarantees, a commitment on fair pricing, assistance on financing, Furniture Packages so that you can be confident that your Italian home will be fully enjoyable upon completion without waste of valuable time, after resources have been invested. - October 03, 2009 - Realitalia
The Swinden Group Advises Clients That Parma Has Intensified and Will Most Likely Strike Luzon, Philippines
A dangerous Category 4 storm. Typhoon Parma will most likely bring torrential rains and hurricane force winds to Luzon, Philippines and may cause widespread damage. - October 03, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
Have a Frighteningly Fun Halloween at PortAventura
For those who are brave enough to mingle with the living dead, be photographed with monsters, dance with devils, and sleep in the company of zombies and ghosts, PortAventura is the right place to be. - October 03, 2009 - PortAventura
Charming Inns Goes to the Dogs with Doggone South Package
Charming Inns is extending a special breed of Southern hospitality to its dog-loving guests with a new dog package available at the Wentworth Mansion®, John Rutledge House Inn and Kings Courtyard Inn. The Doggone South package includes a two-night stay for two people and their dogs at each... - October 03, 2009 - Charming Inns
Luxurious Experiences Vietnam for Sophisticated Travelers
The Vietnam’s premier inbound luxury tour operator has just launched the Luxurious Experiences Vietnam for Sophisticated Travelers. - October 02, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Every Dog's Day Wins Best of Business Award
Every Dog’s Day Canine Resort & Day Spa has been named to Best of Business 2009 by the Style Publishing Group. Selected for its offering of unique services, customer care, and contributions to the local community, Every Dog’s Day will be featured in the Best of Business 2009 issue... - October 01, 2009 - Every Dog's Day Canine Resort & Day Spa
Annual MiniCo Insurance Las Vegas Giveaway Contest Begins October 1
MiniCo Insurance will open its annual sweepstakes contest for independent insurance agents on October 1, 2009. This is the seventh year the company has offered a chance for independent agents to win a trip to Las Vegas to attend the largest annual self‑storage industry expo. For each... - October 01, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Pet Travel Among Seniors is Flying High
Senior citizens are among the majority of those who are choosing to travel with their pets these days. Planning ahead will make these trips far more successful and enjoyable. They are turning to the web to find pet friendly lodging where their little ones will be welcome. - October 01, 2009 - Trips with Pets, Inc.
Compass Rose Cruise Planners to Host Virtual Event During Nationwide "World’s Largest Cruise Event" Promotion
For the month of October 2009 Carol Garza-Thompson of Compass Rose Cruise Planners will join thousands of cruise-selling travel agents in the World’s Largest Cruise Event, an exciting event designed to showcase the incredible choice, diversity and value of cruise vacations—an excellent chance to improve anyone’s CruisitudeSM. - October 01, 2009 - Compass Rose Cruise Planners
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Earns World Travel Awards for Mexico & Central America Leading Family Resort
Resort Honored with one of the Highest Achievements in the Travel Industry - October 01, 2009 - CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa
Active Travel Asia Launches Facebook and Twitter Network for First the Time Travelers to Vietnam and Indochina
With the purpose to provide travel information and guide in Vietnam and Indochina, Active Travel Asia (ATA) has launched Facebook”Active Travel Asia” network for travelers to exchange the opinions, experiences and connect to travelers worldwide to share their travel stories, loved photos, find travel info, exciting experiences and even help planning their trips together. - October 01, 2009 - Active Travel Asia
Bridal Guide Rings in "Engagement Season"
The holidays mean wedding engagements—and cause for marketers to celebrate As the holiday season approaches, so does the annual “engagement season”—that magical time of year between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day when nearly one third of all couples become... - October 01, 2009 - Bridal Guide Magazine, RFP LLC
Luxury Travel Vietnam to Promote Incentive Holidays
Luxury Travel promotes Vietnam as a preferred new destination for both domestic and international MICE travels. - September 30, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The Cove of Lake Geneva is Hosting a Spooky, Fun Time on Halloween Night
Join The Cove of Lake Geneva for its first annual Halloween ‘Monster Bash’ party October 31st. The bash features two distinct Halloween parties held separately for children and adults, making this Halloween night the perfect getaway event for the entire family. - September 30, 2009 - Geneva Hospitality
Special Student Fares to Asia
Australian discount flight site, Direct Flights, is offering students flights to destinations across Asia from $1056 return, including taxes. - September 28, 2009 - Directflights
Mimbeo.com Launches Free Vacation Rental Site
Owners and managers of vacation rentals throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada take advantage of mimbeo.com's 100% free advertising platform. - September 27, 2009 - Mimbeo
Asia Gets Connected
Getting the lowdown on diving in South-east Asia just got a whole lot easier with the launch of UnderwaterAsia.info - Asia's latest & largest information resource for divers. To mark the launch, the team at UnderwaterAsia has developed a collection of stunning themed screensavers show-casing... - September 27, 2009 - UnderwaterAsia.info
Yats Leisure Announces Christmas Party Venue in Philippines
Looking for a suitable venue to celebrate Christmas this year? Yats offers excellent venues at very affordable prices for a very special Christmas party this year. - September 26, 2009 - Yats Leisure
Oh Wow Studios Takes Travel up a Notch with Introduction of User Generated, Content-Driven Applications
First Global Scrapbook and Travel Magazine Now Available at iTunes App Store. - September 26, 2009 - Oh Wow Studios, LLC
Bayshore Solutions Sets Sail with the Launch of the Offshore Sailing School Web Site
New Web Design, Development and Social Media Strategies Enhance Marketing Efforts for Offshore Sailing School - September 26, 2009 - Bayshore Solutions
Coming This Fall - Jacks Quest. Let the Halloween Adventure Begin.
Everyone who joins Jack's Quest, by submitting their stories, pictures, or videos, will be automatically rewarded with a shopping discount and will be eligible to win even more prizes. Everyone can help Jack choose winning entries by voting on the adventures; anybody can become a judge in this Quest. And because Jack is taking the Quest seriously, he is giving out over 100 prizes to the top ranked adventures chosen by you. - September 25, 2009 - HalloweenAdventure.com
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company to Launch the Best of the Best Vietnam
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company to Launch the Best of the Best Vietnam Holiday in their SIGNATURE COLLECTION 2010. - September 25, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Joins Green Key Eco-Rating Program in United States
The Green Key Eco-Rating Program (Green Key) today announced that Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has committed its portfolio in the United States to becoming members of the Green Key Eco-Rating Program. The partnership between Green Key and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, an environmentally progressive hotel group with close to two decades of experience greening its operations, dates back to the original development of the program in the mid-1990s. - September 24, 2009 - Green Key Global
Green Key Eco-Rating Program Launches in United States
The Green Key Eco-Rating Program (Green Key), the first of its kind to rank and certify hotels and resorts based on their commitment to sustainable “green” practices, has expanded its operations to the United States. The launch of the website www.greenkeyglobal.com signifies the... - September 24, 2009 - Green Key Global
Yats Wine Cellars Caters to Baptismal, Wedding Reception and Debuts in Philippines
Looking for an upscale venue for social functions and events? Yats Wine Cellars and Restaurant is the venue of choice for baptismals and even wedding receptions, not to mention birthday parties, debuts and other special occasions. - September 24, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
HotelsCombined.com Guarantees Affiliate Revenue
HotelsCombined.com has sealed the deal on a Service Level Agreement (SLA) guaranteeing 100% up-time to their valued existing and new affiliate partners. Through this agreement, affiliates of HotelsCombined.com can rest assured that the site will remain available to Internet users 100% of the time. - September 24, 2009 - HotelsCombined
Jet Luxury Resorts Wins Prestigious 2009 WebAward
Growing high-end resort management company’s website recognized for Outstanding Achievement in Web Development. - September 24, 2009 - Jet Luxury Resorts
Active Travel Asia Suggests: Travelers How to Plan a Trip to Vietnam
Active Travel Asia (ATA) aims to suggest travelers who plan to travel Vietnam some travel experience, tips and guide before the trips to Vietnam. ATA makes a desire to support travelers have good plan and memorable trips in Vietnam. - September 24, 2009 - Active Travel Asia
All Inclusive Excursions Invites You to Visit Belgium
Enjoy this great opportunity to visit Belgium with All Inclusive Excursions. Don't forget your passport. - September 23, 2009 - All Inclusive Excursions
Palm Springs Walk of Stars to Honor Alfred DiMora
Creator of the $2 million Natalia SLS 2 recognized for his entrepreneurial spirit and philanthropic endeavors - September 23, 2009 - DiMora Motorcar
Gap Adventures Honored as '2009 Tour Operator' at The Conde Nast Traveler World Savers Awards
CEO and Founder Bruce Poon Tip of Gap Adventures, the world’s leading small group adventure tour operator, was honored with the World Savers Award for ‘2009 Winner: Tour Operator' during the third annual Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Congress in New York City today. Since... - September 23, 2009 - G Adventures
Hob Knob Eco Boutique Hotel on Martha’s Vineyard Appoints New General Manager
The Hob Knob, an eco boutique hotel on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, announces the appointment of Mark Venette as General Manager. Mark started at the Hob Knob in the Spring of 2009, coming to the hotel with over twenty-five years of hotel and food and beverage experience. The Hob Knob represents a unique destination accommodation – a luxury eco boutique hotel defined by its modern amenities, attention to personalized service and eco-friendly practices. - September 23, 2009 - Hob Knob
“Walt Disney World Secrets Gold!” Notescast App for the iPhone - Now with Photos
TimeStream Software announces the release of the new “Walt Disney World Secrets Gold!” Notescast® App for the iPhone and iPod touch – Complete with Photos. This exciting new Notescast reveals over 200 Walt Disney World secrets, a Hidden Mickey tour and a bonus over 200 Fun Facts. Now Disney guests can tour all of Walt Disney World Resort using their iPhone or iPod touch as their personal interactive tour guide as they discover one new secret after another throughout all four theme parks. - September 23, 2009 - TimeStream Software
Groups International Unveils iGroupPlanner™
Proprietary, Patent-Pending End-to-End Solution Designed for Both the Managed and Unmanaged Groups Market Segments. - September 23, 2009 - Groups International
Last Minute Milan Accommodation as Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Week Gets Underway
Choove.com offers client full service, furnished apartments or hotel bookings for their stay during busy time in Milano. - September 23, 2009 - Choove
HARNN & THANN New Jasmine Collection - Natural Hair & Body Care
HARNN introduces the New Jasmine collection from hair and body care, now available in Canada and USA. Jasmine is one of the most treasured blossoms through out civilizations of Asia and Asia Minor. A unique type of Jasmine found in Thailand, Jasmine sambac, has clean, sweet and uplifting fragrance... - September 22, 2009 - Harnn & Thann
AudioConexus and ToGuide Expand GPS Technology Reach to Tourism Operators in Portugal and Spain
Strategic Partnership Agreement promotes GPS guided tour entertainment for tourism operators using mobile GPS technology that provides better tours and breaks down language barriers for travelers in Portugal and Spain - September 21, 2009 - AudioConexus Inc.
The Ten Best European Hotels for Wine Lovers Selected by Users & ExperienciasyMas Travel Experts
ExperienciasyMas has announced winners of the 2009 Wine Hotel Awards, given to the ten best wine hotels and wine cellar hotels in southern Europe. Hotels nestled among vineyards and offering wine tastings, visits to cellars, winetheraphy treatments.... - September 21, 2009 - ExperienciasyMas
Clark Travel Leisure Marketing Announces Campsite Philippines at Yats Clearwater Resort & Country Club in Clark Philippines
Clark Travel Leisure Marketing - Finding a camp site in the Philippines is a difficult matter. Factors such as safety and security are not to be taken lightly. Clearwater Resort fits those criteria making it a popular choice for campsites Philippines. - September 20, 2009 - Philippines Clark Marketing
India – an Emerging Global Spa Destination
India has been emerging as a favorable spa destination with the industry generating annual revenues of around US$ 400 Million, says a new report from RNCOS. - September 20, 2009 - RNCOS
100 USD Gift Certificate of Travel for Holidaymakers to Indochina
The Luxury Travel Company Offers 100 USD gift certificate of travel for 100 people. - September 20, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Jobs for Foreigners in Philippines Available from Yats Clark Travel Leisure Marketing
Clark Travel Leisure Marketing tells foreigners planning to make good user of their time while enjoying a long-stay in the Philippines they can now find jobs with Yats Leisure in Philippines. - September 19, 2009 - Philippines Clark Marketing
MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) 2009 - JourneyKenya.com Launches the Listener's Choice Promotion
The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) 2009 will be happening in Nairobi, Kenya. Join the Wyclef Jean. JourneyKenya.com, Kenya's leading online travel agency for luxury and boutique hotels and lodges, has put together a holiday of a lifetime for 4 lucky winners. They will enjoy seven days of luxury staying at Ol Seki Mara Camp and Almanara Diani Beach Luxury Resort. - September 19, 2009 - Journey Kenya
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Comes to Kolkata-India
For the first time, the international hotel chain Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is to open a Swissôtel in India. A management contract has just been signed between Bengal Ambuja Housing Development Limited Pvt. Ltd., one of the most reputed promoters in India, for a Swissôtel in Kolkata, which is due to open in the fourth quarter of 2009. - September 19, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Visit Vienna on a Vespa - Iconic Scooter Rental at the Ring Hotel
The Ring Hotel, Vienna’s Casual Luxury Hotel, offers Vespa rentals to hotel guests seeking to Visit Vienna by Vespa. - September 19, 2009 - The Ring
Indochina Premier Luxury Travel Online Source Promotes Stopover and Short Trips in Vietnam
The Indochina’s First Luxury Travel Operator, Luxury Travel announces to promote stopover and short trips in Vietnam. Luxury Travel Company has designed these special stopover and short trips for people keen to experience the best of each destination of Vietnam but with limited time to spare. - September 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd