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Universal Address Makes Blackberry Maps Work Everywhere
NAC Geographic Products Inc. (www.nacgeo.com) announced that NACMaps (www.nacgeo.com/nacmaps.asp) - a NAC enhancement for Blackberry Maps has been released and available on the Blackberry App World of Research In Motion (RIM), to make Blackberry Maps work everywhere in all its covered geographic areas no matter whether there are no street addresses such as in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and no matter whether there are no standard street addresses in English. - May 19, 2009 - NAC Geographic Products Inc.
Wildcat Mountain Begins Summer Operations Memorial Weekend. Fly Wildcat on the ZipRider™ or New Hampshire's Highest Scenic Gondola.
Wildcat Mountain opens for summer & fall operations beginning Saturday, May 23rd offering one of New Hampshire's most unique thrill rides the ZipRider™ along with the highest scenic gondola in the state, the Wildcat Express, and new 9-hole lift-serviced alpine disc golf course. As a... - May 19, 2009 - Wildcat Mountain
Luxury Travel Vietnam's Website Has a New Look and Free Holiday Options
Luxury Travel Co., Ltd has launched their comprehensive new travel portal with new design www.luxurytravelvietnam.com for the luxury travelers. - May 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The Luxury Travel Company Needs Travel Advisor in Saigon Branch Office
For expansion of the brand, the Luxury Travel Vietnam Company Needs Travel Advisor in Saigon Branch Office. - May 19, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Automated Valet Refutes Claim of Patent Infringement
"Recent claims published against Automated Valet are inappropriate and untrue. A press release circulated widely by an Automated Valet competitor, CVPS, alleging patent infringement is misleading and defamatory," claims Automated Founder and CEO Ken Gulec. Company officials wish to... - May 18, 2009 - Automated Valet Parking Manager
MapVivo Offers $1,000 for Tales of Inspiring Travel Experiences
MapVivo are looking for inspiring tales of travel via their on-line travel journals site, offering travelers $1,000 towards their next travel adventure. - May 18, 2009 - Mapness Ltd
TruCa$h Motivates Travel Agents with Brand loyalty
The TruCa$h IMAGINE travel agent incentive program has recently launched in the U.S.A. - May 18, 2009 - DCR Strategies Inc. / TruCa$h
Design Your Rio de Janeiro’s Vacation; Says Wild-Brazilian-Tours Which Offers 100% Customizable Tours…
Wild-Brazilian-Tours allows their clients to select their own idea of vacation; chef service, private security, driver, tourist attraction, concerts, events, restaurants, night clubs; they can design according to their interest and suitability. - May 18, 2009 - Wild-Brazilian-Tours
HKMaiba's Guide for Shopaholics in Hong Kong
This article introduces you to one of Hong Kong's latest websites showing you how to find the latest discount shopping information and offers tips to help you get the most out of your visit to Hong Kong. - May 18, 2009 - HKMaiba!
SegwaySightseeing.com Launched by TourCorp. Features Segway Tours in 33 Cities Worldwide. One Stop Source for Info and Booking.
SegwaySightseeing.com has been launched by TourCorp. Site features Segway Guided Tours in 33 cities worldwide. One stop source features guest reviewed tours. - May 17, 2009 - TourCorp
Disneyland Park Now on the iPhone & iPod touch
Now guests of Disneyland Park can access a powerful new vacation planning and in-park guide on their iPhone or iPod touch. At over 120 pages of information with rich in-depth content, they now can have all of Disneyland Park in the palm of their hand wherever they go and whenever they want. - May 17, 2009 - TimeStream Software
Luxury Travel Announced the Availability of Instant Booking of Vietnam Hotels, Day Trips on Its Website luxurytravelvietnam.com
Vietnam National Television recently quoted Luxury Travel "one of Vietnam's leading luxury tour company in the vietnam tourism industry and the most successful travel company in Vietnam with e-commerce application." The Luxury Travel company announced the availability of instant booking... - May 17, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
New Sales Manager Appointed at Legacy Botleigh Grange Hotel
A newly appointed sales manager at a Southampton hotel didn’t have to look far for a new challenge. Lucy Ward, who grew up in the village of Stubbington, in Hampshire, has been appointed as sales office manager at The Legacy Botleigh Grange Hotel and Spa in Southampton. Lucy has been in the... - May 17, 2009 - Legacy Hotels
Sandpearl Spa, Designed by Beasley & Henley Ranked in Top 10 by Expedia
Contact: stephaniehenley@beasleyandhenley.com; 407-629-7756 Beasley & Henley Interior Design is proud to be involved in the design of the famous Sandpearl Spa at the Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. The Sandpearl Resort and Spa, by JMC Communities, has been ranked 8th on... - May 16, 2009 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
BML Marketing Company, Inc Provides Unmatched Exposure for the Resale of Clients' Timeshare Properties
Offices & Presentations... The offices are located in high volume tourist areas, giving clients Exposure to thousands of vacationers every week. Through incentives along with the affiliate company Timeshare Solutions Realty, Inc. actively Present & Showcase clients timeshare to people who... - May 16, 2009 - BML Marketing Company, Inc
Global Travel and Tourism Summit’s Pandemic Panel Discussion to be Moderated by Peter Greenberg
The Global Travel & Tourism Summit will be held in Florianópolis, the state capital of Santa Catarina in Southern Brazil on May 14-16. Members of WHO, Mexico Tourism Board and World Travel & Tourism Council will discuss the potential impact of a pandemic on travel and tourism. The summit has assumed even greater significance than usual this year as it is the first global meeting of leaders from government and the private sector to be held since the outbreak of swine flu. - May 16, 2009 - Peter Greenberg
Brian Poturnak Promotes Travel to the Philippines
Canadian expat encourages business and leisure travel to the islands. - May 16, 2009 - Brian Poturnak
Solo Traveler Adds News Section to Blog
Announcement of News section for Solo Traveler blog where travel companies with products of specific interest to solo travelers can promote themselves. - May 16, 2009 - Solo Traveler Blog
Wisconsinmade.com Joins Wisconsin Department of Tourism Efforts to Promote Wisconsin Travel
Summer is travel time in Wisconsin, and Wisconsinmade.com is joining the Wisconsin Department of Tourism to promote summer travel in Wisconsin. To help travelers plan a Wisconsin vacation, all Wisconsinmade.com travel books and recreational guides will be discounted 20%. - May 16, 2009 - Wisconsinmade.com
Event Ticket Authority, LLC. Announces New Event and Venue Reviews Section
ETA Tickets launches new content to benefit concert goers. - May 16, 2009 - eta tickets
Maroochydore Icon Receives Facelift
Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia - Foundation high rise resort receives major upgrade - May 15, 2009 - Elouera Tower Resort
India Gets a Bed and Breakfast Portal – IndianBB.com
Indianbb.com is a directory of bed and breakfasts in all the major cities and towns of India. - May 15, 2009 - Indianbb.com
Great Rail Journeys Recognised for Their Commitment to the Environment
Great Rail Journeys, , the UK’s largest operator of holidays by rail, have been awarded a 4 star status by The Association of Independent Travel Operators. - May 15, 2009 - Great Rail Journeys
10% Growth in Armenian Tourist Arrivals Expected in 2009
Despite the financial crisis, and contrary to UNWTO global forecasts, Armenian tourist arrivals have experienced stable growth during the first quarter of 2009. - May 15, 2009 - Armenian Tourism Development Agency
Bangkok Zip-Line Tour Takes Flight
TreeTop Asia Co Ltd. is pleased to announce the grand opening of a new zip-line canopy tour and adventure course in Chonburi, Thailand. Flight of the Gibbon Bangkok is less than 1 hour from the capital and the city of Pattaya, and is ideally situated between the Khao Kheo Open Safari and the Chompoo Wildlife Sanctuary. This will be Bangkok's very first zip-line tour and adventure course. - May 14, 2009 - Treetop Asia Co. Ltd
G.A.P Adventures Makes National Geographic Traveler's Top Tours of a Lifetime List
G.A.P Adventures is pleased to announce that National Geographic Traveler magazine has selected G.A.P Adventures' Voodoo Trail as one of their Top Tours of a Lifetime for 2009. National Geographic Traveler lists 50 tours in three categories - active, classic and cultural. All the tours are... - May 14, 2009 - G Adventures
28% of Group Sales Inquiries Are Lost, Ignored or Abandoned
An independent test conducted on 750 hotels found that even in this time of declining hotel revenues, 28% of new group sales inquiries are lost, ignored or abandoned. The test was conducted by Quality Track International in April 2009. Don Bundock, CEO of Quality Track International, says... - May 13, 2009 - Quality Track International Inc.
Sofitel Luxury Hotels and LRA Worldwide Partner on Global Quality Assurance Initiative
Sofitel Luxury Hotels has selected LRA Worldwide to partner on its global quality assurance and guest experience delivery initiative. Program will leverage LRA's proprietary TouchPoint Manager technology to assist Sofitel with global quality management for the growing brand. - May 13, 2009 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Transfer and Transit Visas Are Now Made Available by Chinavisa 24
Chinavisa 24 has built its business on effective and efficient tourist and business visa procurement for UK nationals. While always maintaining an open policy to customer requests, transfer and transit visas have emerged as the next service option the company is happy to make available to its clients. - May 13, 2009 - Firstvisa 24
Firstvisa 24 Expands Its German Base of Operations
With its German offices based in Berlin, Firstvisa 24 has been providing excellent visa service for all German nationals for over three years. As the company's reputation grows and client base expands due to a superior product and competative pricing, Firstvisa 24 is growing to better accommodate the public. - May 13, 2009 - Firstvisa 24
Watchword "Sustainability": Swissôtel Management GmbH Achieves ISO Certification
As part of its corporate development, which is geared towards sustainability, Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts decided to set up an integrated Management System conforming to internationally recognised standards. - May 13, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
SGS Technologies Acquires BarVision®
SGS Technologies, LLC announced the acquisition of the BarVision® liquor management product line from Nuvo Technologies. The acquisition includes the entire BarVision hardware and software family, all related patents and intellectual property assets, inventory, support, and warranty... - May 13, 2009 - SGS Technologies, LLC
Southern Africa’s Luxury Travel Company Enters Blogosphere
Diya Travel Consultants is going global with the launch of their bi-monthly newsletter and travel blog featuring information on premium Southern African accommodation, safaris, and tours. - May 12, 2009 - Diya Travel
Software Engineer Quits Job to Explore Lower 48 and Launches Live-Tracking Website
In the current economic crisis, where people are struggling to keep their jobs or desperate to find one, Andrew Fu has quit his software engineering job to fulfill his dream of exploring all 48 continental states. Most may think that this is risky, but to Andrew, he is truly “seizing the day.” - May 10, 2009 - Andrew Fu
Indulge into Brazil’s Colorful Sao Joao Festivities with the Discover.Travel Group’s Special Travel Packages in June
In June, Northeastern Brazil celebrates Sao Joao with local food, enthusiastic folk dances and unique local traditions. The Discover.Travel Group - May 10, 2009 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Acclaimed Ceramics Artist Opens Her Italian Villas to Visitors
Internationally acclaimed Italian-born artist Siglinda Scarpa is welcoming visitors for the first time to experience the source of her inspiration: ‘la dolce vita,’ meaning ‘the sweet life’, at her villa in Tuscany and her apartment in Rome. “Italy is a culturally... - May 10, 2009 - Siglinda Scarpa
Declining Mexico Tourism Means Huge Travel Discounts
Declining tourist numbers to Mexico, due to the flu and increased crime mean huge travel discounts are available. No crowds at almost empty resorts make Mexico a private playground. Travel discounts up to 70% and two for one deals at restaurants and nightclubs. - May 09, 2009 - Travel At A Discount
H1N1 Flu Affects Bamba Experience, Adventure Tour Operator in Mexico
The tourism industry in Mexico is suffering from a lack of tourists caused by the H1N1 flu scare. The owner of Bamba Experience, a local adventure tour operator, gives us local insights on what is going on and encourages travelers to continue with their trips to Mexico as planned. - May 09, 2009 - Bamba Experience Group
Connect with Others Who Love to Fish
FISIBOOK, Fishing Information Services International, is a new web resource that connects the fishing community together. Fishermen can connect with other people who love to fish easily. You can find guides, charters, lodging, services and other resources needed for your next fishing trip. The website is expanding rapidly and they are encouraging new members to join today. It is free. - May 08, 2009 - FISIBOOK, INC
High Adventure Ranch: Not the Typical Family Vacation
High Adventure Ranch is offering an exclusive opportunity this summer for families to experience the tranquility of a trip to the countryside with the excitement of a big game safari tour. High Adventure Ranch will make this summer one to remember. - May 08, 2009 - High Adventure Ranch
Luxury Travel Company’s Founder Shares Luxe Business Experiences at ITE HCMC 2009
Luxury Travel’s Founder Shares Experiences in The Tourism Investment Conference at ITE HCMC 2009. The Mekong trio of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos is brimming with some of Asia’s most authentic and exciting tourism promises. In the backdrop of this inspiring setting the 5th International... - May 08, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Live Like the President at the Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre
Two-night Package Features Limousine Transfers and Presidential Suite Accommodation. - May 08, 2009 - Hilton Hotels Caribbean and Latin America
To Celebrate "The Year's Best" Awards in Vietnam, Luxury Travel Company to Launch Vietnam’s Heritage and Cultural Tour 12 Days with Extension to Angkor Temples
To celebrate "the Year's Best" of tourism products and services in the tourism and hospitality sector in Vietnam with The Guide Awardsa 2009. The Luxury Travel Vietnam Company has just launched a new pure luxury tour “ Vietnam ’s Heritage and Cultural Tour 12 days” with... - May 08, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Away Resorts to Manage Pranburi Resort
Astudo Hotel & Resort Group proudly announces the opening of Away Resort Pranburi, located in the beautiful province of Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand. - May 08, 2009 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Jim Hord Tennis to Hold First Footwork Clinic
Weekend-long “Footwork-Only” Junior Clinic is first of its kind. Intense footwork fundamentals workshop entices Junior tennis players from around the country. - May 07, 2009 - Jim Hord Tennis, Inc.
Chinavisa 24 Gives Trade Organizations & Conference Goers a Reason to Celebrate
Already known and respected for speedy procurement of visas for individuals, Chinavisa 24 announced that they will now expand operations to meet the needs of large groups. - May 07, 2009 - Firstvisa 24
Oprah’s Soul Series Author Ainslie MacLeod Joins Hills of Africa Travel for Soul Safari
Hills of Africa Travel launches a spiritual safari in October 2009 to discover the wonders of the soul and the magic of Africa with esteemed author and teacher Ainslie MacLeod. - May 07, 2009 - Hills of Africa Travel
LUXury Travel Aims to Develops Vietnam as a Luxury Travel Destination
Luxury Travel has just launched additional hotline phones numbers +84.1234686996 for a round the clock support for the dedication of best service for serving sophisticated travelers. The award winning Luxury Travel Vietnam Company's depth of experience and large infrastructure enable it to create... - May 07, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Indiavisa 24 Begins New Partnership Strategy with Convention Organizers
Every year the Indian sub-continent has thousands and travelers enter the country to attend Conventions and Trade Shows. The organizers of these events now have the opportunity to provide a better experience to attendees before they even get on the plane. - May 07, 2009 - Firstvisa 24
Russiavisa 24 Promotes a New Online Ad Campaign
As tourism to Russia wans, Russiavisa 24 is dedicated to serving the travellers who continue to go on business trips and the occasional holiday. By launching a new online Ad Campaign, Russiavisa 24 hopes to bring its image to the forefront of travellers minds and help reinvigorate the idea of Russian travel. - May 07, 2009 - Firstvisa 24