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Cintas Closes the Lid on America’s Best Restroom 2011 - Don’s Johns Honored with 4th Place Award
Cintas celebrates 10 years in the Best Restrooms across America. - October 28, 2011 - Don's Johns, Inc.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Boudicca to Make Maiden Call at Halmstad, Sweden
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ elegant cruise ship, Boudicca, will make her first-ever call at the historic Swedish port of Halmstad in October 2011. This port forms part of a 12-night Baltic cruise itinerary, in which Boudicca was departing from the Port of Tyne, Newcastle, on 4th October 2011, and calling at Oslo (Norway), Halmstad (Sweden), Turku and Helsinki (both Finland), St. Petersburg (Russia), and Copenhagen (Denmark), before returning to Newcastle. - October 28, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Hotel Excelsior Awarded the "Leading Five Star Hotel on the Adriatic"
Adriatic Luxury Hotels have yet again come out as number one following the annual event for Croatian Tourism Professionals. - October 28, 2011 - adriatic luxury hotels
JetBoarder International Launches Sprint: World's First Kids JetBoard
In another pioneering first Australian Company Jetboarder International launches, Sprint. The first ever Kids JetBoarder. Powered by a 5.5 Horsepower Engine, the Sprint is sure to excite any 12 - 16 year old. - October 27, 2011 - JetBoarder International
Locals Take Down Poker Legend Chris Moneymaker at Presque Isle Downs and Casino
Poker legend Chris Moneymaker was at Presque Isle Downs and Casino Oct. 15th to host a $25,000 tournament at the casino’s poker room Grand Opening. Moneymaker was joined at the final table by nine lucky participants who won a satellite during the previous days tournaments. The final table... - October 27, 2011 - MTR
A Marriage of Two Brands to Promote the Luxury Travel Category to Australia, and Other International Cities
Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) and The Cape Club have established a joint venture to provide fully escorted luxury travel services into Vietnam/ South East Asia. - October 27, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
G Adventures Launches North America Tours for the First Time
Adventure travel leader invites travellers to discover the real America. - October 27, 2011 - G Adventures
Perspective Magazine Hires Joana Gonzalez as Director of Business Development for Latin America
The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent information provider is expanding its corporate presence into Latin America. - October 27, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
The Cast of ‘Allo ‘Allo Board Cruise Ship
’Allo ’Allo!’s Herr Flick and Private Helga join Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ award-winning Vistas programme. - October 27, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
CruiseDeals.com Urges Travelers to Book Early to Save on Winter Cruises
The internet cruise retailer is offering a special Royal Caribbean savings bonus for early bookers. - October 26, 2011 - CruiseDeals.com
Encompass Africa Announces Tailor-Made Safaris for Their Customers
Encompass Africa promises genuine African travel experiences for All travellers. Encompass Africa, a family-owned and family-operated African safari company is offering flexible and 100% personalised tours that will allow thrill seekers to genuinely experience Africa on their terms. Customers are able to set up unique and one of a kind tours to suit them not seen with any other safari. - October 25, 2011 - Encompass Africa
Online Retailer Takes Control of TSA Carry-on Rules
Ogomo.com is pleased to announce its new e-commerce website, which offers hundreds of travel sized items for TSA compliant travel. - October 22, 2011 - Ogomo, LLC
Festivals of Speed Brings Florida Car Show Back to The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
The 6th Annual Festivals of Speed at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes has been rescheduled for Sunday, November 13th, 2011. - October 22, 2011 - Festivals of Speed
The Highest Mountains in North-East Asia and the Lowest Place in the World Join Forces
Israel ministry of tourism director-general and representatives of the Yushan Park in Taiwan agree to promote the candidacies of the mountain range and the Dead Sea in the New7Wonders of Nature competition. Israel and Taiwan are joining forces as the end of the New7Wonders of Nature competition... - October 22, 2011 - Israeli Ministry of Tourism
Mercure to Debut on the Pristine Island of Koh Chang, Thailand
Mercure Koh Chang Hideaway offers an extensive selection of rooms to suit the different needs of leisure travellers. - October 22, 2011 - Accor
Market Metrix Opens Office in Barcelona to Serve Europe, Middle East, and Africa
EMEA hub will increase service for existing EMEA clients and expand sales efforts across the region for its world-class guest and employee feedback solutions. - October 22, 2011 - Market Metrix
Silent Seven Technology Develops the First Disney iPhone App Designed Exclusively for Parents with Toddlers
Silent Seven Technology is pleased to announce the release of the Disney Bubble - WDW Toddler Edition application for the iPhone/iPod Touch. This application lists the must do attractions for families with toddlers at each of the Walt Disney World Theme Parks. Pictures, maps, and details explaining... - October 21, 2011 - Silent Seven Technology
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Awarded Atlantic Alliance "Triple A"
During the Seatrade Europe 2011 Convention in Hamburg, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines was honoured by the Atlantic Alliance, with its prestigious "Triple A" Award. The cruise line was recognised for being the most frequent visitor to the Atlantic Alliance’s member ports in 2011, visiting ten of the 17 ports which make up the Alliance during the 2011/12 cruise season. - October 21, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Online Help for Aussie Travel Agents
Metro Travel Agents has announced that its new website is now sending online visitors to Australian based travel agents. Travel Agents of Australia allows travel agents to gain a better position on the Internet without having to have a website themselves. The website targets potential clients... - October 21, 2011 - Metro Travel Agents
Grand Canyon Tour and Travel Launches VIP Spirit Product Line
Grand Canyon Tour and Travel is thrilled to announce the official launch of their new VIP Spirit product line. VIP Spirit was developed to service travelers seeking a more personalized experience on their destination tours from Las Vegas. The heart of VIP Spirit starts with its’ top of the... - October 20, 2011 - Grand Canyon Tour and Travel
TeleType Introduces First U.S. Based Portable Navigation System with Middle East Maps
TeleType continues to expand its WorldNav navigation product line to offer a new add-on map package for the Middle East. The new maps support civilian and military navigation needs with familiar, robust, U.S. based software. The new package provides users with highway maps for Afghanistan, Iran,... - October 20, 2011 - TeleType Co.
G Adventures Unveils New Lineup of 2012 Tours
Adventure travel leader celebrates new name with introduction of new programs, tours & experiences. - October 20, 2011 - G Adventures
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a Comfortable, Natural & Gourmet Way at Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique suggests a different, full of tranquility and relaxation, New Year’s Eve in a privileged natural setting – Monchique Hills with 3 alternative programmes: Comfort, Monchique and Gourmet. - October 20, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
Birmingham Christmas Market Opening Dates Announced
Birmingham City Council have announced that their 2011 Frankfurt Christmas market will run between 17 November and 23 December. - October 20, 2011 - Eventa
Wilson Family to Host a Student from Germany
The Wilson/Roberts family of Sudbury, MA will be hosting a student from Germany as part of the LIncoln Sudbury Regional High School - Vilshofen Exchange. - October 20, 2011 - Rapport International LLC
Sensory 3 Restaurant and Lounge Launches New Menu Featuring Old and New Dishes
Sensory 3 Restaurant and Lounge located in the Presque Isle Downs and Casino officially launched their new menu Oct. 12, 2011. The new menu celebrates Sensory 3’s classic La Bonne Vie steakhouse roots and introduces new eclectic specialties that are sure to spark the wildest of... - October 19, 2011 - MTR
Travel2Greece Announces the Launch of Its Athens Luxury Sweepstakes Promotion
Travel2Greece (www.Travel2Greece.com), the luxury travel and leisure company specializing in custom-made, up-scale vacations, honeymoons, cruises and private yacht charters in Greece and the Greek Islands, announced today the launch of its “Travel2Greece Athens Sweepstakes.” - October 16, 2011 - Travelive
One Concierge Expands Coverage in South East Asia via Agreement with IGoMalaysia
One Concierge expands coverage to clients in South East Asia & Malaysia via a preferred partnership with IGoMalaysia. - October 15, 2011 - One Concierge
Brett/Robinson Offers a Romance Package for Couples Planning a Fall Gulf Getaway
Fall is a popular time of year for couples to visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, and those seeking to make the most of their romantic getaway should consider Brett/Robinson’s romance vacation package. Guests who book this vacation package have two options. One romance package offers a... - October 15, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Cyber Monday Deals: Book a Room, Get Free Breakfast at The Woodlands Resort
Guests who book The Woodlands Resort’s Rate of the Day on Cyber Monday, for hotel stays between November 29, 2011 and January 31, 2012, will enjoy complimentary breakfast for two. Valid for hotel reservations made on Cyber Monday, November 28, the offer includes free Grand Breakfast for two... - October 14, 2011 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Luxury Travel Ltd’s Special Multi-Country Private Tours in Southeast Asia
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) designs multi-country touring options, invites elite travelers to experience the luxury, food, culture, lifestyle, travel and charm at its finest of five destinations in Southeast Asia. - October 14, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Oceanfront Getaways Wins 2011 CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award
Property management company provides customers with excellent vacation rentals along the Long Beach Peninsula in Washington and personal customer service. - October 13, 2011 - Celebration Media U.S.
Diving with the Queen of the Manta Rays
Anybody who has ever considered diving with Manta Rays, Aqua-Firma's new holiday experience can enable you to do just that; with none other than the Queen of the Manta Rays herself – Dr Andrea Marshall. - October 13, 2011 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd
Web Marketing Team Presents Its New Online Travel Guide to Belgrade: About Belgrade
Web Marketing Team launches its brand-new website fully dedicated to the city of Belgrade, a useful travel guide for tourists. - October 13, 2011 - Web Marketing Team srl
Great Hotels of the World Announces New Hotel Opening in Thailand
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) are pleased to announce the opening of a brand new hotel – Mantra Samui Resort and Spa on 10 October 2011, following a three and a half year development at a cost of $20 million. - October 12, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Join Iberian Traveler & Maribel's Guides in Savoring the Best of Spain, Portugal and the South of France
Iberian Traveler - Maribel's Guides have announced exclusive tours in Spain, Portugal and the South of France in 2012. - October 10, 2011 - Iberian Traveler
GuideList.com and Its Brand-New Promotion Opportunities for Tour Guides
A new professional project for the global search of private guides and tours - GuideList.com - was released. The listing and redirection on personal tour guides' web sites goes for free; that makes GL to be the first 100% altruistic project in the sphere. - October 10, 2011 - GuideList.com Ltd.
Capture the Warm Hospitality, Rich Culture & Unique Flavors of Vietnam 8 Days
Luxury Travel to Keep Focus on Short Trips and Launch “Capture the Warm Hospitality, Rich Culture & Unique Flavors of Vietnam 8 days.” On this 8-day excursion, travelers will visit Hanoi’s main cultural attractions, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts,... - October 10, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Park City Ski Package Takes Away Holiday Stress
Resorts West has announced a Christmas package including villa decoration, holiday shopping, sleigh rides and more. - October 08, 2011 - Resorts West
Edinburgh’s Independent Hotels Miss Major Marketing Opportunity
A recent survey shows that only 17% of independent hotels in Edinburgh are using online video to market their accommodation. The websites of 92 leading independent hotels in Edinburgh were investigated to see if online video is being used as a marketing tool. Results showed that only 16... - October 08, 2011 - Hotels.tv in Edinburgh
PrivateGuide.com Celebrates One Year Anniversary
One year ago the project PrivateGuide was started. It became the right place for Travelers to find and book a local, professional Private Guide on-line. - October 07, 2011 - PrivateGuide.com Ltd.
Israel Ministry of Tourism "Beauty at the Dead Sea" - Miss Israel Voted for Dead Sea
Miss Israel 2011 Ella Ran has added her voice to the calls to vote for the Dead Sea in the finals of the New 7 Wonders of Nature campaign. - October 07, 2011 - Israeli Ministry of Tourism
Jackson Hole Central Reservations Launches New Website
New Site Provides Improved Navigation, Enhanced Design, Detailed Business Listings, Hotel & Accommodations Booking, and Content About Skiing, Events and other Things to do in Jackson Hole. - October 07, 2011 - Tempest Interactive Media
Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012 Confirms Support from the Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa
The shared ownership industry trade association for southern Africa is the latest corporate participant in Perspective Magazine’s second annual networking and awards event. - October 07, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
WageWatch Study Shows Modest Wage Increases for Lodging Industry in 2011
After two years of pay cuts, wage freezes or miniscule increases, this year was expected to be one of modest pay increases for the hotel industry, based on a WageWatch survey of over 2,400 hotel properties across the nation conducted last November 2010. However, through September of this year, Pullen noted, "Actual pay increases reported were about half of what they had planned." - October 05, 2011 - WageWatch, Inc.
Ragatz Fractional Interest Conference Confirms Support of Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The international consulting and market research firm is the latest corporate participant in Perspective Magazine’s second annual networking and awards event. - October 05, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
Luxury Travel Ltd Launches Vietnam – A Land of Adventures
Luxury Travel (luxurytravelvietnam.com) created this special tour, for the type of traveler who wants to discover the beauty of Vietnam in style, with an extra experience of adventure. - October 05, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
40%* of Mobile Phones in Australia Are Smart Phones - Now You Can Find Every Thing Margaret River, Western Australia at Your Fingertips with the Margaret River Phone App
The Margaret River Guide has launched its new Free phone app, the first** comprehensive and interactive app for Margaret River, to make visiting the region easier than ever before. Recognising that the majority of the site users are travelers, the Margaret River Guide team has taken their service directly to the region’s visitors through the first interactive phone app available for the Margaret River region, Western Australia available at http://margaretriverguide.com.au./phone-app - October 03, 2011 - The Margaret River Guide
Canadian Resort Development Association is the Latest Supporter of Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2012
The vacation ownership trade association for Canada endorses Perspective Magazine’s second annual networking and awards event. - October 03, 2011 - Perspective Magazine
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours Opens Chiang Mai Office
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours, a Bangkok-based specialist bicycle tour operator, has opened a new office in Chiang Mai, Thailand as of October 1, to offer more cycling opportunities in and around northern Thailand. SpiceRoads General Manager Struan Robertson said, “The expansion to Chiang Mai is a... - October 03, 2011 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd