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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
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
Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting Takes Team Building to a New Level
Teambuilding exercises and retreats are an effective way for co-workers to bond and communicate outside the workplace. - December 01, 2011 - Grand Canyon Whitewater
Kimberley Alpine Resort Ready to Open Ski Runs Early
Kimberley Ski Resort launches this season early with a December 3rd open date. - December 01, 2011 - Sullivan Landing
Pacific Springs Resort Washington RV Park & Campground Remodeled
Pacific Springs RV Resort, a Washington RV Park and campground, is pleased to announce that it has been renovated to offer better accommodations and more advanced technology for valued guests. - December 01, 2011 - Pacific Springs RV Resort
Sending Credit to Mobile Phones in Russia and Eastern Europe? Simple.
New International Mobile Top Up Service Enters the Online Market - November 30, 2011 - PaySurfer
Passports with Purpose Unites More Than 100 Travel Bloggers to Build Two Libraries in Zambia
Fourth Annual Online Fundraiser Leverages Social Media to Raise Funds for Room to Read - November 30, 2011 - Passports with Purpose
New Adviser for Safe Celebration of Christmas and New Year on Safe Recreation Service
New adviser for safe celebration of winter holidays has been released on Safe Recreation Service. - November 30, 2011 - Safe Recreation
Space.Travel Introduces Destination Website for Outer Space
Space.Travel launched space tourism to a new level this week with the introduction of the Space.Travel website. The website offers member-only benefits including discounts on space-related travel. The Space trip reviews section invites members to describe and post travel reviews of their... - November 29, 2011 - Space.Travel
Alaska Hooksetters Lodge Plans New Covered Fire Pit with Outdoor Appetizer and Refreshment Bar
A covered fire pit at an Alaskan Vacation Lodge not only practical, it adds extra outdoor space during wetter weather. - November 28, 2011 - The Kenai Peninsula
Sunset World Resorts Confirms Platinum Sponsorship for Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The Cancun-based hospitality company becomes the next corporate sponsor of Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional industry networking and awards event. - November 28, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
USA CityLink is Now Offering Travel and Tourism Information
USA CityLink, a travel information website provides you the complete information related to travel and tourism in US. Dedicated to USA travel and tourism, the site has managed to accumulate the traveling information in accordance with the states and cities. - November 25, 2011 - USA CityLink
The Park Hotels Installs RateTiger to Gain Competitive Price Intelligence
Implements RTSuite Shopper for online real-time rate shopping in five of its leading properties. - November 25, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Sponsoring "Miracle of Giving" Poker Tournament
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is sponsoring the "Miracle of Giving" Poker Tournament Dec. 4th, at 1:30 p.m. in benefit of the Marine Toys For Tots Foundation. The tournament features a $75 buy-in and each participant who brings in an unwrapped toy will receive an additional 500 chips... - November 24, 2011 - MTR
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is Sponsoring a Food Drive for Those Less Fortunate
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is sponsoring a food drive for those less fortunate through the Second Harvest Food Bank. - November 24, 2011 - MTR
Insider Look Into Car Rental Prices by Getrentalcar.com
When people try to rent a car online, they realise how much hassle and time it takes to surf through dozens of websites entering desired dates and location. Not to mention time they spend going through rental terms and conditions. - November 24, 2011 - [GET] Rental Car
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Launches "Captain’s Collection" Cruise Brochure 2012/13
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is launching a new brochure of 73 specially selected, ex-UK cruises for 2012/13, offering exceptional value for money – the "Captains' Collection," on sale from 1st December 2011. - November 24, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
WLCVacations Gives Last Minute Holiday Cruisers Gift of 2-for-1 Fares, Plus Triple Savings
WLCVacations announces extraordinary Last Minute Savings on its 2011 Holiday River Cruises - November 23, 2011 - France Cruises, Inc.
Globus Unveils Perfectly Planned, "Family-Only" Tours for 2012
Time away with family is the best time of the year, so travelers don't want to waste one precious minute. Now, Globus is unveiling its 2012 roster of perfectly planned family tour vacations in Europe, North and Central America, created to give parents and grandparents peace of mind while affording... - November 21, 2011 - Globus family of brands
Christel House International Continues as Charity of Choice for Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The educational organization with programs in six countries will again benefit from Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional networking expo. - November 21, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
River Rafting Pioneer Western River Expeditions Announces Lodge-to-Lodge Rafting on Oregon’s Rogue River
Western River's lodge-to-lodge itinerary removes the camping equation, leaving guests to play like an otter on the river by day and hibernate like a bear in a private lodge room come twilight. - November 20, 2011 - Western River Expeditions
Marginal Boundaries Announces Beyond Boundaries Photo Contest
Marginal Boundaries promotes the best travel photos from around the world with their holiday Beyond Boundaries photo contest, designed to showcase cultural diversity. - November 19, 2011 - Marginal Boundaries
Villas De Maitre Continues to Deliver with the Arrival of Belle Rivière, One of the Most Exclusive Villa Estates in Mauritius
Nestled in a private estate in the South-West of Mauritius is one of the most prestigious privately owned villa estates. Belle Rivière estate consists of 33 exclusive 3, 4 and 7 bedroom villas with access to the acclaimed new boutique hotel brand Sofitel So Mauritius. The estate’s... - November 19, 2011 - Villas De Maitre
November and December at the UK's Only LEGOLAND Discovery Centre - Amazing Events to Come
Stormtroopers, advent calendars and MINIGURES - a fantastic round up to a great year at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre. - November 18, 2011 - LegoLand Discovery Centre
The ACC RV Warranty Group to Provide "RV Tire Warranty Coverage" at No Extra Charge to Its RV Warranty Consumers as of 11/23/2011
The ACC RV Warranty Group, an industry-leading RV warranty and RV service plan company, has announced an agreement today to provide "RV Tire Warranty Coverage" to all new ACC RV warranty consumers at No Extra Charge as of 11/23/11. - November 17, 2011 - ACC Warranty - ACC RV Warranty
Hotel De L'Opera is Unveiled in the Heart of Hanoi
The proximity to Hanoi’s theatrical landmark induces a hotel with an operatic glamour in the heart of this ancient city. - November 17, 2011 - Accor
Timeshare and Fractional Industry Publisher Perspective Magazine to Host Fundraising Event for Women in the Industry
The collaborative effort will take place during timeshare and fractional networking expo GNEX 2012. - November 17, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
President Obama Beats Oprah 2-1 as the Person Holiday Travelers Would Most Like to Run Into
AutoSlash.com Reports Findings from Their First Annual Consumer Holiday Travel Survey - November 16, 2011 - AutoSlash.com
Margaret Atwood Heads San Miguel Literary Sala's International Writers’ Conference
The strikingly beautiful historic town of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, long a Mecca for writers and artists and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the setting for a four-day Writers’ Conference and Literary Festival, February 16 to 19, 2012, a bilingual event for writers and readers. Optional... - November 16, 2011 - San Miguel Literary Sala
46th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights at Channel Islands Harbor
Channel Islands Harbor kicks off the holidays with its 46th annual holiday Parade of Lights 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Dec. 10, with the parade beginning at 7 p.m. This year’s theme: Tropical Holidays. Everyone is invited to enjoy a full day of holiday activities and watch festively decorated boats in the parade. - November 16, 2011 - Channel Islands Harbor
Travelpro Introduces New Maxlite® 2 Spinner Collection
Travelpro the inventor of Rollaboard® luggage and leader in innovative, high-quality luggage design is pleased to introduce Maxlite® 2 its lightest collection of 4-wheel Spinner luggage. This new Spinner collection offers the revolutionary Contour™ Handle Grip, lightweight durability,... - November 16, 2011 - travelpro