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HotelTravel.com Selected as Finalist for Travolution Award

HotelTravel.com is a finalist for the Travolution Awards in the "Best Accommodation Consumer Website" category. The Travolution Awards are considered high honours in the online travel sector, awarded for innovation and excellence. HotelTravel.com joins an elite group of previous finalists and winners including EasyJet, Expedia, Trip Advisor and Travelsupermarket. - July 01, 2011 - HotelTravel.com

Pictorial Guide to Budapest – Thomas Palfy’s New Book Published

Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer’s latest collection of great photographs takes us to Budapest. Many of the attractions of the Hungarian capital are introduced to the reader through a series of pictures and comments. This album is the latest one in the Postcards from… series and is available both in English (Postcards from Budapest) and in Hungarian (Budapesti kepeslapok). - June 30, 2011 - Thomas Palfy

Passport Visa Travelers Guide Establishes a FAQ Resource for Worried Travelers Who Need an Answer to Their Question

Direct-PassportVisas.com now offers a new section on their site for visitors to ask about their concerns regarding passports and travel visas. The FAQ pages are already among the most popular pages on the website. - June 30, 2011 - Passport Visa Travelers Guide

EatSmart Products Luggage Scale Featured Live on Fox News

The EatSmart Precision Voyager Luggage Scale was declared one of "The Best Travel Gadgets of 2011" on Fox News. - June 30, 2011 - EatSmart Products

Coffee, Chocolate and Cloudforest: Now Serving Motorcycles

Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental Offers New Day Motorcycle and Mountain Bike Self-Guided GPS Tour Departing Daily from Quito - June 29, 2011 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental

Japanese Mountain Retreat Utilizing Victoria's World Class Spa Facilities

Japanese Mountain Retreat's knack of utilizing world class spa facilities and natural attributes including mineral springs and geothermal waters, has steered couples to Victoria’s mountain regions for a relaxing escape. Victoria is the leading destination for spa and wellness tourism in... - June 29, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa

Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa Delivers Ground-Breaking Above Average Operational Management and Customer Service Skills

The team of spa therapists at Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa provide unique Japanese style surroundings through special and ground-breaking operational management and customer service skills. - June 29, 2011 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa

Gap Adventures Named Canada’s Favourite Adventure Tour Operator

Adventure travel leader also ranked fourth among environmentally friendly travel companies - June 29, 2011 - G Adventures

The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan vs. the Japanese Media

"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" made a big splash in the Japanese media. - June 29, 2011 - Armand Vaquer, Author

“Rest Your Eyes Layout Design” - Launched in Online Lifestyle Magazine GK

GK Magazine (Global Konnoisseur) with Editor-in-chief Kosta Gara recently launched their first lifestyle issue. GK is a free online magazine aimed primarily at readers with a keen interest in the best travel spots, self development and a discerning taste for some of the better things in life such... - June 28, 2011 - GK Magazine

Your Morocco Tour Launches Group Tours to Morocco

Morocco is a varied country. It has a great sightseeing potential with a number of diverse Morocco travel tours and tourism alternatives. Cultural tourism, heritage tourism, rural tourism, adventure tourism, beach tourism, etc. are important tourism choices. With several tourism options, countless... - June 28, 2011 - Your Morocco Tour

OIR Interactive Teams with Direct Air to Offer Flight Information Via Text to Myrtle Beach Travelers

OIR Interactive announces a new text alert program for Myrtle Beach air travelers flying Direct Air. Using OIR’s texting application TextBoard, Direct Air can contact passengers with up-to-the-minute text alerts containing important flight information. - June 28, 2011 - OIR Interactive

Priceless Productions Announces, “Eat, Pray, Love & ...Shop, in Bali & Bangkok” - June/July 2012

BoomerBroadsAbroad.com, a division of Priceless Productions, is planning for Summer Fun in Bangkok & Bali 2012. Now is the time to start thinking about that exotic trip, scheduled for, “someday”...especially when plans include using Frequent Flyer Miles to Bangkok's beautiful new Suvarnabhumi International Airport. - June 28, 2011 - Priceless Productions

Inventive Travelware Announces L.O.L., and Humorous Attitude Adjustment Luggage Tags

Inventive Travelware, www.inventivetravelware.com announced the launch of their new texting luggage tag aimed at the mobile generation and lightening the stress of travel with comic relief. "People love to express themselves about everything – and our tags are edgy, colorful and fun. - June 28, 2011 - Inventive Travelware

Gap Adventures Resumes Tour Operations in Japan

Leading adventure travel company confident about operating its tours in Japan. - June 26, 2011 - G Adventures

Free & Easy Traveler Offering a Free Adventure Travel Trip to Secret Destination

Participate in Free & Easy Traveler's Facebook contest, Get Busy Livin', and win a free 20-day adventure travel tour to a new secret destination, with flights included. - June 26, 2011 - Free and Easy Traveler

GIC Argentina launch LA CIUDAD, Your Guide to All the Latest Shows and Events Right Here in Buenos Aires

This week announces the launch of LA CIUDAD, the most recent website release from Grupo de Intercambio Cultural (GIC Argentina), the number one study abroad organization in Argentina. Updated daily, LA CIUDAD is the online guide for the latest in theatre, concerts, sports, art and events happening right here in Buenos Aires. - June 25, 2011 - GIC Argentina

Travel Contest Judges Announced for the Best Summer Vacation Experience Competition

The travel story and photo contest sponsored by Passport Visa Travelers Guide has finalized its decision in establishing a qualified group of travel bloggers to be contest judges for the Best Summer Vacation competition at Direct-PassportVisas.com. - June 25, 2011 - Passport Visa Travelers Guide

Great Hotels of the World – Luxury for Less

Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) reveals a selection of their best offers - all for under €100 per room per night. - June 25, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World

J.T. Hannah's Has the Hot Dish on Cool New Eats in Pigeon Forge, TN

This past Monday, June 20, 2011, Pigeon Forge welcomed the all new casual dining restaurant, J.T. Hannah’s, Kitchen. The food, service and atmosphere have the entire city raving. - June 24, 2011 - J.T. Hannah's Kitchen

American Liberty Hospitality's Hawthorn Suites Killeen Offers Low Rates, Convenient Location for Those Attending Fort Hood's Freedom Fest

Hawthorn Suites Killeen offers hot breakfast, high-speed Internet access and a convenient location to the shuttle stop for those attending the July 4th festival at Fort Hood Military Base. - June 24, 2011 - American Liberty Hospitality

Attitash Mountain Resort Celebrates 35 Years of Summer Fun on Friday, July 1. Discount Tickets, Classic Car Event, and More Will Mark Date Alpine Slide Opened in 1976.

Attitash Mountain Resort will celebrate 35 years of summer fun on Friday, July 1, with scheduled events including discount $35 day tickets and the first summer “Cruise Attitash” classic and vintage car showing hosted by the Mount Washington Valley Old Car Club. Local radio stations WMWV 93.5FM & Magic 104/98.1FM will be broadcasting live from 12-4p.m. The day will also include a BBQ special free cake cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. - June 23, 2011 - Attitash Mountain Resort

Travelpro Launches Executive Pro™ “Checkpoint Friendly” Computer Briefcase Collection

Travelpro introduces its new “Checkpoint Friendly” Computer Briefcase Collection, Executive Pro™. With this 9-piece collection of briefcases, business travelers can expect lightweight, stylish, durable and Checkpoint Friendly briefs, especially when going through airport security. - June 23, 2011 - travelpro

Home is Where the Heart is for Edinburgh Accommodation Expert

www.Hotels.tv – A new web-based hotel review and booking service for visitors to Edinburgh and the Lothians has launched today. - June 23, 2011 - Hotels.tv in Edinburgh

A Taste of Vietnam for Gourmet Lovers by Luxury Travel

The new Luxury Travel trip features a 12-day itinerary of Vietnam’s most popular spots, with many special opportunities to discover and savor the surprisingly varied tastes of this fascinating land. Along with exploring new cultures, one of the great joys of travel is the discovery of new... - June 22, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

Voyage Manager Rebrand to Take on the World

As Voyage Manager is set to expand into other markets the company has released a new look website and corporate identity. - June 22, 2011 - Voyage Manager

RateTiger Launches RTConnect Version 3.5 at HITEC 2011

Premium channel manager unveils its latest XML gateway. - June 19, 2011 - eRevMax Inc.

Unearthing Asia Partners with Sonney Media Networks in Hong Kong and Thailand

Unearthing Asia (www.unearthingasia.com) is delighted to share the appointment of Sonney Media Networks (www.sonneymedia.com) as the new Media Representative for Unearthing Asia magazine in Hong Kong and Thailand. With the recent news of expansion to the Thailand market, Unearthing Asia... - June 19, 2011 - PT Tanindo Multi Media

A Comparison of Airline Industry Mobile Apps - Who Ranked #1? Airline Industry Mobile Competitive Review

Which U.S. airline offers the most comprehensive mobile application? How do they compare to their competition? Which provider shows the best understanding of how to deliver a useful and easy mobile experience? Join Key Lime Interactive as they discuss their findings in a free webinar on June 28, 2011. - June 17, 2011 - Key Lime Interactive

Epoque Hotels Announces New Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires

The recently-opened Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires, an initiative of Spain’s Grupo Regina Hoteles, a member of Epoque Hotels, introduces an innovative concept to Argentina: the Large Boutique Hotel. Unlike traditional boutique establishments, which offer only up to around 30 rooms, the Hotel Pulitzer combines a personalized touch, matchless service and contemporary interior design in a large design hotel providing 104 rooms. - June 17, 2011 - Epoque Hotels

Hotel Galvez to Host Series of Rosenberg Library Exhibits This Summer

Hotel Galvez & Spa, a Wyndham Grand® Hotel, is collaborating with Rosenberg Library’s Galveston and Texas History Center to host a series of exhibits and presentations at the hotel during the months of July, August and September as part of the hotel’s year-long celebration... - June 17, 2011 - Mitchell Historic Properties

WorldFlyers to Attempt Circumpolar Flight Speed Record

Two American aviators, Mickey Russell and Jay Jones, plan to break the world speed record of flying around he world over the poles in November 2011 and break a 40-year-old speed record in the process. - June 16, 2011 - WorldFlyers

AMDETUR Convention Receives Support from Perspective Magazine

The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent information provider is a media sponsor for the fourth year in a row. - June 16, 2011 - Perspective Magazine

Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch "the Natural Beauty of North-Eastern Vietnam"

Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has launched "The Natural Beauty of North-eastern Vietnam," an adventurous itinerary for people looking to explore this beautiful region. Travelers visit Ba Be, Cao Bang, Ha Giang, Lang Son and Halong Bay. - June 15, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

Exec Digital Visits the Park Hyatt Aviara in the June Issue

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the Batiquitos Lagoon ecological reserve, the Park Hyatt Aviara in Southern California is the definition of luxury. Nestled in the northern corner of San Diego County, Park Hyatt Aviara appeals to the executive traveler who has a mean back hand, worn-in hiking... - June 14, 2011 - WDM Group

The Top 10 Unusual Restaurants Are Revealed in Business Review India

Readers who wish to spice up their eating out experience & aren’t afraid to try something ‘different’ must know that there is no dearth of unusual restaurants in India that are far from anything ordinary & boring. Avid travelers & die-hard foodies must especially read... - June 13, 2011 - WDM Group

Private Vietnam Tour Guide Announces Expansion of Private Tour Guide Services in Vietnam

Private Vietnam Tour Guide (www.privatevietnamtourguide.com) now offers Vietnam shore excursions to cruise ship travelers arriving in Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Ports in addition to its regular clientele of Vietnam travelers arriving by land and air. Private Vietnam tour guide Bao Loc can provide a... - June 13, 2011 - Private Vietnam Tour Guide

Perspective Magazine Announces Dates for GNEX 2012 Timeshare and Fractional Industry Expo

The leading independent, multi-media information provider for the timeshare and fractional industry provides details for its second annual event on the heels of a successful GNEX 2011. - June 12, 2011 - Perspective Magazine

Private Jet Travel, Real Estate News, Company Facebook Pages and More in June’s Issue of Business Review USA

An inside look into private jet travel with JetSuite founder Alex Wilcox - June 10, 2011 - WDM Group

Market Research Study Reveals Investment in Building Area's Image Paying Off

Benchmark study shows increase in community’s image ratings by residents and nonresidents alike. - June 09, 2011 - Fayetteville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

Micro-Blogging: the Next Chapter in Travel Guidebooks

BackpackForever.com launches Knowledge Sharing Portal allowing travelers to upload destination tips and advice to an online, open-collaboration guidebook. - June 08, 2011 - BackpackForever.com

Alex Wilcox, Founder of JetSuite Tells Business Review USA About Luxury Private Travel and Its Perks

Business Review USA, the top digital media source for American business news, gains insight into private, luxury jet travel on board JetSuite, one of the latest players in the private jet industry. JetSuite is one of the newest up-and-coming private jet companies that offer luxury travel at a... - June 07, 2011 - WDM Group

Gap Adventures Offers Travel Enthusiasts Worldwide a Chance to Win a Free Trip

Gap Adventures celebrates its CEO photo contest with a contest for its community. New and existing "fans" of Gap Adventures' Facebook page www.facebook.com/gapadventures can be eligible to win a free trip by clicking the "like" button. Details on Facebook page, contest ends July 1, 2011. - June 07, 2011 - G Adventures

Luxury Travel Ltd to Promote the Charms of Champassak

Champassak, a tale of a Mekong gem in Laos, Southern Laos might not be as popular as the north, but it boasts many historical sites as well as places of natural beauty, including the largest falls in Southeast Asia. - June 06, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

New MP3 Players Offer Unique Way to Deliver Corporate Messages and Sponsorship Opportunities

Tourz2Go.com Offers Pre-Recorded MP3 Players or Downloads of Corporate or Sponsor Messages, Digital Content along with Unique Walking Tours of Host Cities. - June 04, 2011 - Tourz2Go

World Luxury Cruise Vacations Offers Cruising Itineraries for the Active Lifestyle

World Luxury Cruise Vacations proudly offers European boutique barge cruises with itineraries to fit even the most active lifestyle. - June 02, 2011 - France Cruises, Inc.

Getting Married in a Candy Shop: Ella's Sweet Shoppe to Host the Clary/Wooten Wedding

Ella's Sweet Shoppe, one of Georgia’s premier candy stores that has received both local and national media attention is proud to host the wedding of Amanda Adair Clary to Michael Sean Wooten on June 5th, 2011 at 5:30pm at Ella’s store location, 191 West Jefferson St. Madison GA. And... - June 01, 2011 - Ella's Sweet Shoppe