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Launch of Luxury Travel 'Sale' Website
WAC Travel, specialists in luxury tailor-made adventure vacations have launched a new website, solely dedicated to special offers. - July 05, 2009 - WAC Travel
India Visa 24 Helps Promote Volunteer Work in India with Reduced Rates
Travellers going to India to do charity or community work require a special sort of visa. The process can be complicated and harrowing so India Visa 24 is making the summer season about helping. - July 05, 2009 - Firstvisa 24
Insured Travelers Trigger Worldwide Donations
Travelers register their favorite Cause, Charity or Non-Profit, purchase travel medical or trip insurance or international medical coverage and a donation will be made by Lifeline Plus Inc. The contribution will generally be a tithing and therefore equal to 10% of the insurance cost; it will be paid directly to the charitable organization. - July 04, 2009 - Lifeline Plus Inc
The Nation of Why Not launched by Royal Caribbean
With the launch of the new brand concept - Nation of Why Not, the statement from Royal Caribbean (http://www.royalcaribbean.co.uk) is that ‘anything is possible.’ The new brand poses questions such as why not climb mountains at sea, ice-skate on the Equator or sunbathe past glaciers? - July 04, 2009 - Royal Caribbean International
Great Hotels Organisation Launches Corporate Travel Directory
Great Hotels Organisation (GHO: http://www.ghorg.com) officially launches the 2009/2010 Corporate Travel Collection Directory today. - July 04, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
IHR Introduces Travel Articles in Its Website
IndiaHotelReview.com a reliable name in online travel announced the introduction of travel articles in its website - July 04, 2009 - Vriti Infocom Pvt. Ltd.
In Response to the Current Economic Climate, Amazing Voyages Have Launched a Number of New Discounted Tours Throughout Latin America
The newly launched discounted tours include trips to Peru, Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico and Argentina. Please see below for one such example which focuses on the cultural highlights of Peru. - July 03, 2009 - Amazing Voyages
Permitting for Boston Independence Day Tea Party Goes Down to the Wire
Permit for Parkman Bandstand was finally approved on Wednesday July 1st after application had been on file since May 29th. Sponsors of the Boston Independence Day Tea Party say they intended to hold the rallies in support of the Constitution and individual rights without the permit if necessary. - July 03, 2009 - Foundation for Conservative Solutions, LLC
NYC Local Tour Guides Get Royalty for Sharing Inside Scoop with Visitors
The insider's view of Central Park and 5th Avenue is best known by the local to.ur guides who receive a royalty, under a new program, to share their insights about landmarks, historic sites, shops and interesting triva with visitors using their cell phones calling a toll free number 800-909-1036 - July 03, 2009 - TourOnCell
Totally Peru E.I.R.L, Announces New Machu Picchu and Galapagos Combined Tours
Totally Peru E.I.R.L, a travel specialist in Latin America has announced that they will expand their range of tours to include combined tours of Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands. - July 03, 2009 - Totally Peru E.I.R.L
Luxury Travel Vietnam Adds Cat Ba Island Resort and Spa On Lux List This Summer
A truly 4-Star Resort, Jewel in the Northern Region of Vietnam. Cat Ba Island Resort and Spa is the most beautiful island resort inside the World Natural Heritage Halong bay. Luxury Travel Company (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ) Puts Cat Ba Island Resort and Spa on Sales and Recommends to luxury... - July 03, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Global Immersion Wins AV Award for California Academy of Sciences Planetarium
Global Immersion has been presented with an ARCHI-TECH AV Award in recognition of its recent work at Morrison Planetarium, California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, USA. The awards were presented at the 2009 InfoComm International® AV awards ceremony, held on June 17th in Orlando,... - July 03, 2009 - Global Immersion
Luxury Travel to Cast Travel Industry Vote for Best Travel Agency in Indochina
Luxury Travel Needs Travel Industry Vote for Best Travel Agency in Indochina for TTG Travel Awards 2009. - July 03, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Gradigio Announces a $25,000 Hotel Marketing Makeover Giveaway
Gradigio is giving away an internet marketing package to one hotel this month. To celebrate a successful first year in business, the San Francisco-based digital communications agency is running a contest for the month of July to give one lucky hotel a complete internet marketing makeover. The... - July 03, 2009 - Gradigio
Gradigio and the Witt Istanbul Suites Launch a New Type of Hotel Website
Witt Istanbul Suites has partnered with Gradigio to produce a new, guest-focused website. Just one year after opening, the Witt Istanbul Suites have been recognized by magazines such as Conde Nast, National Geographic, and Wallpaper as one of the world's hottest new design hotels. Showcasing the... - July 03, 2009 - Gradigio
Fifty Percent Off at Select Aqua, Fiesta Americana Grand and Fiesta Americana Resorts
Grupo Posadas’ Latest Summer Promotion Includes 50 Percent Off Nightly Rate, Plus 25 Percent Off Dining, Beverage and Spa Services. - July 03, 2009 - Grupo Posadas
“Walt Disney World Secrets” for iPod Classic and iPod nano Free for a Limited Time
TimeStream Software’s popular “Walt Disney World Secrets” Notescast for the iPod Classic and iPod nano is being offered as a free download for a limited time at www.Notescasts.com - July 03, 2009 - TimeStream Software
Gap Adventures July 4th Sale Save 10% on Independent Tours
Just in time for July 4th and summer, G.A.P Adventures, the world’s leading small group adventure tour operator, offers 10-percent off any of its already affordable Independent Tours. All you have to do is quote promo code "Independence10" at time of booking. With over 300 tours... - July 03, 2009 - G Adventures
California Interior Designer, David-Michael Madigan Brings O.C. to Shenzhen
Designed by Award Winning Celebrity Interior Designer, David-Michael Designs Inc. - July 02, 2009 - david-michael design inc
Active Travel Asia Co-operates with NGO’s to Promote Responsible Travel in Vietnam
ATA and some owners of Adventure Tour Operators in Vietnam have a meeting with NGO’s representatives such as FFI and SNV with the purpose to support and promote responsible travel projects in Vietnam. - July 02, 2009 - Active Travel Asia
Keystone Retreat Now Offering 5th Night Free Program for the Summer Season
Keystone Retreat has always been the premier vacation address in the Rocky Mountains for the discriminating executive. Now for a limited time you can get the 5th night free at this 4900 square foot private luxury accommodation 2 blocks from the Gondola and River Run Village in Keystone, Colorado. - July 02, 2009 - Keystone Retreat
Karma Trekkers Introduces TVentures Ethical Journey
The award winning television show Karma Trekkers launches "TVentures," small group trips that bring worldwide travelers to the unique destinations featured on the series. - July 02, 2009 - E.A.S.T Tours
Restaurant Hotel du Parc des Eaux-Vives on Board of Swiss International Airlines
Swiss First and Swiss Business class travelers on Swiss International Airlines flights will soon enjoy culinary excellence from the cuisine of Restaurant Hôtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives. From the beginning of September until end of November 2009 the renowned catering program “Swiss Taste of Switzerland” brings guests exquisite dishes from the culinary temple in Geneva, which is managed by Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts. - July 02, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Welcomes Ministry of Defence for ASEAN Planning Meeting
Lyndon Ellis, Hotel Manager of Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket welcomes General Prawit Wongsuwan, Minister of Defence for a security planning meeting in preparation for the ASEAN Minister’s Meeting in which all Chiefs of Local Government and Community Leaders in Phuket were in attendance. The... - July 02, 2009 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Xcellimark Launches OrlandoTravelHotels.com in Partnership with WCT, a Division of Travelocity Partner Network
OrlandoTravelHotels.com is a new destination travel site launched by Xcellimark in partnership with WCT, a division of Travelocity Partner Network. OrlandoTravelHotels.com provides everything visitors need to plan their vacation or travel to the Central Florida Orlando area. - July 01, 2009 - Xcellimark
Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Launches Campaign to Promote Michael Martin Murphey’s New Mountain Music Show
Outdoor Concerts Set in Beautiful Fir, Colo. - July 01, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Orchid Resorts & Escapes Now Featured on LuxuryLink.com
Luxury Link and Orchid Resorts & Escapes Team Up to Bring More Exceptional Properties to the Sophisticated Traveler. - July 01, 2009 - Luxury Link LLC.
Official Rock of Ages Visitors Center Fan Page Explodes Onto Facebook
Rock of Ages Visitors Center has launched its official fan page on Facebook. Now fans have a new way to connect with the legendary 600-ft deep quarry, world renowned memorial craftsmanship and with each other. - July 01, 2009 - Rock of Ages
Discover Anywhere Mobile Puts Destinations on Tourist's Mobile Phones
Discover Anywhere Mobile announces the launch of it's mobile travel guide software and services for destination marketing organizations. Discover Anywhere Mobile can quickly and cost effectively create mobile applications for the iPhone, BlackBerry and for mobile web browsers using a DMO's event and listing information. - June 30, 2009 - Discover Anywhere Mobile
Colorado Bed & Breakfasts (B&Bs) Provide the Inn-Side Travel Scoop with Newly Released 2009 State Directory and Blog
Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado has just announced the full-color 2009 State Guide which includes over 80 B&B member inns throughout Colorado, a statewide map, easy amenities grid, scenic byways map and detailed information on each property including rates, website addresses and guest policies. Colorado offers everything you could possibly imagine in a holiday trip - arts, culture, music, outdoor markets, and historic sites, just to name a few. They have a B&B for you. - June 30, 2009 - Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado
Sandy Zimmerman Productions Introduces Photo Walks, the Latest Way Visitors Can See Las Vegas with Their Own Personal Photographer to Enhance the Experience
Sandy Zimmerman Productions is introducing Photo Walks, the latest way visitors can see Las Vegas with their own personal photographer to enhance the experience. For the first time, Sandy Zimmerman, owner of Sandy Zimmerman Productions, photographs visitors during special walks around Las Vegas. Whether the person is celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, wedding, birthday, or simply wants to feel the excitement of celebrating their visit to Las Vegas, Sandy captures the moments. - June 29, 2009 - Sandy Zimmerman
Luxury Travel Vietnam Announces 4 Vacancies in Hanoi Head Office
Luxury Travel Company is looking for 4 experienced travel advisors to join their award winning travel company. - June 29, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
New Cell Phone Audio Walking Tour Showcases Downtown Pittsburgh’s Transformation Into Dynamic Cultural District
Beautiful Buildings, Landmarks, and Streets Compel Visitors to Dial and Hear Stories. - June 28, 2009 - Guide by Cell
African Safari Club Tour Operator - Supports Kenyan Communities
African Safari Club, the Kent based tour and cruise operator has been praised by charity organisations working to improve education and health in the rural Kenyan communities. M.E.A.K – Medical and Educational Aid to Kenya- a UK based charity run by volunteers, said of African Safari... - June 28, 2009 - African Safari Club
Dopplr's Research: Digital Influencers Share Travel Plans Before They Make Them
Fresh research by Dopplr highlights the importance of sharing and recommendations in key travel decisions. - June 28, 2009 - Dopplr
HotelTravel.com Revolutionises On-line Hotel Bookings
Relief is on the way for recession weary travellers dreaming of a holiday break in 2009. HotelTravel.com’s new website is packed with unique promotions that offer consumers huge savings and great hotel deals in many of the world’s most popular travel destinations. - June 27, 2009 - HotelTravel.com
Get Answers to Visa Questions via Video Consultation
Getting a visa for Australia can be a long and tedious process for first-time applicants. Answers to visa inquiries can now easily be accessed via National Visas’ live webcam video consultation service. Clients can get in touch with a Registered Migration Agent over the internet and right... - June 27, 2009 - National Visas
Trax.com Hailed as Top Performer in International Flight Searches
Blogs Take Note of Powerful New Travel Meta-Search Engine - June 27, 2009 - Trax
Road Trip - Summertime Fun Awaits at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is heating up with value-driven packages just in time for summer. A short road trip from Chicago, Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is an easy weekend destination, where a host of outdoor activities await eager travelers in this hidden Midwest gem. Grab the family and plan... - June 27, 2009 - Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
A Savvy Hotelier's Tips for Prospering Through the Recession
A Savvy Hotelier's Secrets for Prospering in Recession and Maximizing Recovery Opportunities Look back over the multiple downturns the hospitality industry has experienced in the past 15 years and you’ll recognize two over-reaching patterns. First, recession is cyclical. Second, recession in... - June 27, 2009 - Hilton Short Hills
VisitAustralia Updates Information on Australia Tours
VisitAustralia, adds more information related to Australian outback, cities, Aussie food and wine, Australia beaches, islands and oceans, Travel destinations etc. - June 27, 2009 - visitaustralia.com
Luxury Travel Wants Local High End Tourism Market in Tough Times
Vietnam’s tourism authority is pinning high hopes on developing the local market as a niche in an effort to help the travel and hospitality industries maintain turnover in tough times and secure long-term sustainable development, said an official from VNAT in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The... - June 27, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Hi-Tech Travelers Exploring Chicago for Free
Hi-tech travelers can now explore Downtown Chicago for free with the latest Geogad Mobile Tour. Travelers can explore the top must-see destinations with their mobile phones, media players or even their Google Android smartphone using Geogad's free GPS-enable application. - June 26, 2009 - Geogad Inc
Largest Campground Dog Park Opens in Lothian, Maryland
According to surveys done with campers from across the USA, Duncan’s Dog Park is the biggest. - June 26, 2009 - duncans family campground
Guest Direct Achieves Goal of Half Million Rooms
Guest Direct is pleased to announce that it has reached its goal of providing Internet support for 500,000 hotel rooms in just six months. - June 26, 2009 - Customer Direct
Virgin Atlantic Launch vTravelled: An Online Social Network (with Neo Optic Already on Board)
neo optic are proud to be able to today announce their relationship with Virgin Atlantic’s brand new vTravelled site. - June 25, 2009 - Neo Optic
Three All-American Celebrations Planned for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
As Uncle Sam is adding yet another candle to his birthday cake, guests to the Alabama Gulf Coast will be able to take in not one but three fireworks shows during a value-packed vacation to this family-friendly destination. First to light up the sky will be the Perdido Beach Resort on Friday, July... - June 25, 2009 - Alabama Gulf Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau
Luxury Travel Vietnam Has Just Launched Its Range of Luxury ‘Non-Packaged’ Holidays
Luxury Travel Vietnam Has Just Launched Its Range of Luxury ‘Non-Packaged’ Holidays. - June 25, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
“Walt Disney World Secrets” iPhone App Rated 4 out of 5 Mice by Macworld
TimeStream Software’s popular “Walt Disney World Secrets” Notescast® App for the iPhone and iPod touch receives 4 out of 5 Mice rating from Macworld. Noted as “This Secrets Notescast is chock full of advice on where, when and how to experience the many hidden treasures scattered across the parks.” - June 25, 2009 - TimeStream Software
Vietnam Luxury Tour Operator Develops MICE as Niche
Luxury travel Vietnam aims to be one of the most unique MICE companies providing customer best luxury MICE activities in South East Asia. - June 25, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd