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School's Out Pool and Pizza Party
The Clarion Hotel Lexington is having a "School's Out Pool and Pizza Party" every day from Monday, December 26th to Friday, December 30th, noon to 6pm. - December 24, 2011 - Clarion Hotel Lexington
Best of Suffolk's Luxury Stately Home Opens Its Doors to Guests for the First Time
A 19th Century Georgian manor house in Suffolk welcomes visitors to its 500-acre estate for the first time. Sibton Park, nestled between the picturesque villages of Yoxford and Peasenhall, is a boutique manor house. The historical property sleeps 26 in 13 luxurious and spacious bedrooms, 9 of... - December 24, 2011 - Best of Suffolk
Indulge in an Antique Lover’s Dream Cruise with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – awarded "Best Educational Cruise" by readers of Cruise International magazine in 2011 – is offering three cruises in 2012 with "Antiques" as the special topic, through its acclaimed onboard enrichment programme, Vistas. On each cruise,... - December 24, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
ALL STAR Vacation Homes Announced as Affiliate of Disney’s Vacation Rental Home Connection
ALL STAR Vacation Homes joins new Disney affiliation program for vacation rental home companies. - December 23, 2011 - All Star Vacation Homes
One Hundred Sands, Ltd Accepts Exclusive Gaming License from Fiji Government
In a partnership designed to fuel tourism, job growth, and expand the Fiji brand, the Fijian government has decided to issue an exclusive gaming license to One Hundred Sands Limited. - December 22, 2011 - One Hundred Sands, LTD
Sabra Limousine Announces Opening of New Office in Seattle Downtown
Sabra Limousine's brand, Seattle Town Car Service, is opening a new branch in downtown Seattle. "The new office will allow for more access to these town cars for customers, leading to quicker and more effective service than ever before," said manager Geno Sabra. Seattle Town Car Service... - December 22, 2011 - Sabra Limousine Co.
Frontier Holidays Launches the Andalucian International Walking & Cultural Festival 2012
Join a unique celebration of Spanish culture in Andalucia. - December 22, 2011 - Frontier Holidays Ltd
DOW Networks Experiences 320% Growth in Second Half of 2011
DOW Networks celebrated its 10th year anniversary in 2011 but the party really kicked into high gear in Q3 and Q4. Since May, the company has seen a 320% increase in managed numbers. DOW offers Call Center VoIP Solutions, Hosted PBX, International Toll Free Numbers and other telephony services to businesses around the globe. - December 21, 2011 - AVOXI
Innovative Networking Events Are at the Heart of Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The Global Networking Expo, GNEX 2012, will emphasize one-on-one business development opportunities during next month’s gathering of timeshare and fractional industry executives. - December 21, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
SpiceRoads Rides Bangkok by Bicycle at Sunset
SpiceRoads offers a short tour of Bangkok that allows cyclists to see sunset on the river before riding through majestically lit temples of Old Rattanakosin. - December 21, 2011 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Nominations Close This Week for Perspective Magazine Timeshare and Fractional Awards Program
The nomination window for entering the global timeshare and fractional industry awards program will close on Friday, December 23rd, with online voting to begin in January. - December 19, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Ring in the New Year at The Cove of Lake Geneva’s "50’s Rock and Roll Sock Hop" Party
The Cove of Lake Geneva will be turning back the hands of time this New Year’s Eve at their ‘50’s Rock and Roll Sock Hop’ on December 31, 2011. The Party will begin at 7:00 pm and will last through 1:00 am. The ‘50’s Rock and Roll Sock Hop’ Party will... - December 17, 2011 - Geneva Hospitality
EatSmart Products Featured in Entreprenuer.com’s Indie Merchant Gift Guide
EatSmart Products' Precision Voyager Digital Luggage Scale was one of 12 items selected by Entrepreneur.com for inclusion in their 2011 Indie Merchant Gift Guide. From Dec. 12 - 18, Entrepreneur.com’s readers will vote for their favorite item from the gift guide. The winner will receive the Reader’s Choice Award on Dec. 19. - December 16, 2011 - EatSmart Products
Edinburgh Accommodation in 2012 – The Hotels.tv Predictions and Recommendations
Today Hotels.tv in Edinburgh reveal their Predictions and Recommendations for visitors looking to get the most from their stay in Edinburgh in 2012. - December 15, 2011 - Hotels.tv in Edinburgh
Tidal Homes Offers Luxurious Holiday Cottages in Northumberland
Luxurious Holiday cottages are being offered at reasonable price in Northumberland by Tidal Homes. - December 15, 2011 - Tidal Homes
iXiGO.com Launches India’s First Travel Search App on Android
Search for flights & hotels across all travel sites from your Android Phone. - December 15, 2011 - ixigo
Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd Seeks Bigger Growth from the UK Market with Direct Flights
Vietnam’s First Luxury Tour Operator to Expand in the UK and Launch Its Website for British Holidaymakers. - December 14, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Rann Utsav 2011: Cultural Fest in Gujarat
9th December, 2011 to 15th January, 2012, Bhuj, Gujarat. The organized tour around Kutch is an ideal occasion to be part of the region and experience the zeal and uniqueness of the people through a celebration of life. - December 14, 2011 - Indian Luxury Trains
Explore Beyond Luang Prabang with SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours has launched a one-day and a two-day bicycle tour that discovers the Laos countryside of Luang Prabang. - December 14, 2011 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Open House Group Lends Support to Travel Industry Fundraiser
Open House Group has teamed up with the charity Passports with Purpose to help fundraise money for children in Africa. By making a small donation you are automatically in with a chance to win a holiday! - December 14, 2011 - Open House Spain
Blue Water Spa, a Raleigh NC Spa and Laser Hair Removal Center Donates $108,000.00 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Wake County
Blue Water Spa, a Raleigh NC Spa and Laser Hair Removal Center Donates $108,000.00 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Wake County - December 13, 2011 - Blue Water Spa
G Adventures & Leading Travel Blogger Gary Arndt Co-Host Exclusive Photography Tour
Win a free photography trip with the world's adventure travel leader - December 13, 2011 - G Adventures
Sabra Limousine Offers 10% Off Town Cars & Airport Transportation During the Holidays and New Years
Sabra Limousine announces a 10% off discount for any of their Seattle airport transportation or other town car services until January 31, 2011, including New Year's Eve events. - December 13, 2011 - Sabra Limousine Co.
Russell Fishing Announces a New Budget Alaska Kenai Vacation Package for 2012
In response to requests from specific visitors to the Kenai Peninsula Alaska, and to the economic uncertainty of 2012, Russell Fishing has developed a vacation package that includes Private Cabin Lodging in a remote setting, four full days of guided fishing and complimentary gear and tackle at a... - December 13, 2011 - The Kenai Peninsula
Welsh Team Uses Video to Sell Venice Florida Real Estate
The Welsh Team uses high definition video tours to sell their Venice Florida real estate listings in less time. - December 12, 2011 - Gulf Shores Realty
Blue Strawberry Resorts Becomes A Platinum Sponsor of Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The Yucatan-based vacation experience company becomes the latest participant in the timeshare and fractional industry networking and awards event. - December 12, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
EatSmart Products Featured in USA TODAY's 2011 Travel Gift Guide
A team of seasoned travelers selected EatSmart Products' Precision Voyager Digital Luggage Scale for inclusion in USA Today's 2011 Travel Gift Guide. - December 11, 2011 - EatSmart Products
Active Travel Asia Explores Pu Hu Natural Reserve in Vietnam
Active Travel Asia (ATA) and GIZ (Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit in Vietnam) working together in a survey of responsible tourism project in Pu Hu Nature Reserve, Thanh hoa province, Vietnam. - December 11, 2011 - Active Travel Asia
G Adventures Launches 12 Days of G Sale
To celebrate the holiday season, G Adventures, the world’s adventure travel leader, releases a 12 Days of G sale. “Happy holidays from everyone here at G Adventures! Demonstrating our commitment to leading with service, this is our gift to you – our travellers and valued agent... - December 10, 2011 - G Adventures
Turkish Airlines Provides Best Inflight Food, Beats Singapore Airlines
A panel of international travellers has declared that the best on board food is served by Turkish Airlines, according to Skyscanner. The flight comparison site included 19 international airlines from all corners of the world in the study and ranked them according to the scores they received from... - December 10, 2011 - Skyscanner Philippines
Mobile GPS Audio Guides Toozla Were Supplemented with Guides in New Languages: Portuguese, Turkish and Greek
On November 28 the developer of GPS mobile guides Toozla has added three new languages: Turkish, Greek and Portuguese. After adding guides in three languages, the company has significantly expanded its infosphere. - December 10, 2011 - Toozla LLC
D.Paul’s Started Online Cruise Booking
Cruise Booking service in India can now be easily done within couple of minutes as D.Paul's a premier travel company of India started online cruise booking service in order to facilitate the growing demands of cruise tours in the dynamic Indian travel and tourism market. - December 10, 2011 - Dpauls Travel & Tours Ltd.
Broadcaster Michael Nicholson Joins Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Vistas Onboard Enrichment Programme
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is delighted to announce that the renowned TV correspondent, Michael Nicholson, OBE, MA, is the latest in a line of glittering speakers to join its Vistas cruise enrichment programme. - December 09, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
DirectRooms.com – Dresden Plays Host to One of Germany's Biggest Tourism Trade Fairs
Dresden, the German city on the banks of the River Elbe, will this coming January host one of the country's largest tourism and travel industry events - the Chemnitz Travel Market 2012. - December 09, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Top Ten New and Trendy Luxury Hotels and Resorts in Vietnam
Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Recommends 10 new and trendy hotels and resorts in the emerging luxury destination in Southeast Asia. - December 09, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel to Unveil Exotic Vietnam in 12 Days
Discover the Authentic Mekong Delta with an In-Depth and Exotic Experience on the Beaches of Phu Quoc Island. - December 09, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Asia Travel Reminds Fans About 2012 Hot Air Balloon Festival of Philippines on 9 to 12 February in Clark, Pampanga
Last year participants lauded Clark Wine Center for offering breakfast at the roof deck lawn enabling fans of hot air balloons to watch the take-off while enjoying breakfast and fresh morning air. Asia Travel recommends getting tickets early this year. - December 08, 2011 - Asia Travel and Dining Guide
2012 Philippines Hot Air Balloon Fiesta Returns to Clark Pampanga on Feb 9th
17th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival will take place in Clark Philippines from 9th to 12th February. Manila residents can purchase their tickets in advance to avoid long wait at the gate. Some have started to secure hotel reservations in Clark already. - December 08, 2011 - Philippines Clark Marketing
Expedition to March on Magdala, Ethiopia, April 2012
In April 2012 a team from Secret Compass will mount an expedition retracing the footsteps of a unique chapter in the British Empire’s foray into wildest Africa: The March on Magdala; through the spectacular Amhara Highlands on the edge of the Great Rift Valley- the birthplace of... - December 08, 2011 - Secret Compass
OKT Meetings Announces Worldwide Service Expansion
Leading Meeting and Event Planning Company adds exciting benefits to service portfolio - December 08, 2011 - OKT Meetings
NYC Apartment Review Site Rentenna.com Presents "Tips on Holiday Tipping!" Infographic
Rentenna.com offers a free apartment rating tool that shows renters whether a particular apartment is where they would want to live. For the holidays, Rentenna.com has released their first-ever "Tips on Holiday Tipping" infographic that breaks down the average tip ranges for the most common service providers. - December 07, 2011 - Rentenna
Himalayan Salt Cave Opens in Burnham; One of Only Two in Pa.
Dr. Margaret Smiechowski, North America's foremost expert on Himalayan salt, is pleased to announce that her latest salt cave design is set to be revealed on December 1st, 2011, at the opening of the Simply Health/Curves Wellness Center in Burnham, PA. Like all of her salt caves, the Burnham cave... - December 07, 2011 - Salt Cave, VT
Lifetime Achievement Award for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Nigel Lingard
After 32 years’ tirelessly promoting travel by sea, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ retiring Sales and Marketing Director, Nigel Lingard, has been recognised with a lifetime achievement award – the Passenger Shipping Association’s (PSA) annual "John Lancaster Smith Award." - December 07, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Intelaplay Launches a Best-In-Class Online Travel Experience
Intelaplay launches www.intelaplay.com, an immersive and intuitive online travel website, providing a differentiated experience for travelers and advertisers alike. The online platform offers an educational, easy to use, yet richly contextual experience. Developed by Junction Creative Solutions,... - December 06, 2011 - Intelaplay
Vector180 Becomes Vantage Hospitality Preferred Vendor
Vector180, an established provider of high-speed WiFi and surveillance solutions, today announced that it has become a preferred vendor for both WiFi and surveillance systems for the entire Vantage Hospitality network of hotels. Vantage Hospitality is the world's 10th largest hotel company and... - December 05, 2011 - Vector180 LLC
American Liberty Hospitality's New Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown Earns Prestigious LEED Silver Certification
Operations of Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown Reflect Environmental Commitments - December 04, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality
Scenic Trex Releases Southern California Beaches DVD
Scenic Trex is proud to present its newest DVD, Southern California Beaches, bringing new motivation to treadmill walking. indoor cycling and elliptical training. - December 03, 2011 - Scenic Trex
Perspective Magazine Timeshare and Fractional Awards Program Extends Nomination Window Until December 21
Online voting for the global timeshare and fractional industry awards program will now begin the first week of January, with winners to be announced during GNEX 2012. - December 02, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Poker Legend Moneymaker Returning to Presque Isle Downs and Casino
Presque Isle Downs and Casino’s recently appointed Poker Ambassador Chris Moneymaker is set to return to the casino December 14 and 15, 2011. Moneymaker will be participating in a $15,750 Multi-Table Tournament Main Event on Wednesday, December 14th at 7p.m., and a $5,000 Cash Game on... - December 01, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs and Casino Sponsors Fins and Photo Contest
Lake Erie Ultimate Angler and Presque Isle Downs & Casino are sponsoring a photo and video fishing contest featuring cash and prizes totaling $1750, guided fishing tours, Orvis Fly Fishing equipment and an oil painting reproduction of the winning photo. Each contestant will also receive $10 in... - December 01, 2011 - MTR