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Popular Georgia Resort Gives Atlanta Families an Entirely New Reason Not to be Afraid of the Dark This October
Lake Lanier Islands Resort Sets the Stage for its First Ever Haunted Nights of Lights - October 08, 2010 - Lanier Islands Resort
Amtrak California on Board as Transportation Sponsor for Bike the Coast - Taste the Coast
Bike the Coast - Taste the Coast is pleased to confirm Amtrak California as official transportation sponsor for the unique cycling event and food/entertainment festival set for Saturday, Nov. 6. The inaugural Bike the Coast – Taste the Coast event, beginning and ending at the Oceanside Pier,... - October 07, 2010 - Bike the Coast - Taste the Coast
Melbourne's Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa Says 'Konichiwa' to World Tourism Trends
With the advent of internet-based research and trade, businesses are finding more than ever that their unique selling points are the key to success. Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa, a boutique Melbourne weekend escape venue, is finding that this uniqueness, along with attention to... - October 06, 2010 - Japanese Mountain Retreat Hot Spring and Spa
Science Provides the 'Why' of Love, Balinese Retreat Provides the 'How'
Balinese Retreat, boutique Melbourne couples accommodation, is helping couples put into practice the theories of love that science has uncovered over the past years. - October 06, 2010 - Balinese Retreat
Carol Garza-Thompson Owner of Compass Rose Cruise Planners Has Been Recognized as One of the Foremost Cruise Vacation Experts Among American Travel Agents
Carol Garza-Thompson has been designated as a Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Cruise Counsellor after recently completing the organization's certification requirements. - October 06, 2010 - Compass Rose Cruise Planners
"Over the Top & Back Again," a New Book by Lowell Thomas Award-Winning Author Brandon Wilson, Proves an Eight-Country Via Alpina Trek is Not Another "Walk in the Park"
"Over the Top & Back Again," a new book by Lowell Thomas Award-winning author Brandon Wilson, is the first full trans-Via Alpina travel narrative book published in English, with 53 photos, maps and custom illustrations by Ken Plumb. It provides a humorous first-hand preview for those who dream of making a similar trans-Alpine journey themselves—on foot—or maybe just in their mind. - October 06, 2010 - Pilgrim's Tales, Inc.
XCom Global Offering Discounted Pricing on International Wireless Internet Access Rentals from Now Until the End of the Year
Travelers heading overseas can save even more using XCom Global’s Unlimited aXcess plan. - October 05, 2010 - XCom Global, Inc.
Custom Acrylic Podiums Now Available from Vikki Smyth Inc
Vikki Smyth Collection Now Includes a Custom Acrylic Podium Line - October 05, 2010 - Vikki Smyth, Inc.
New Book by David Nghiem Captures 5768 Mile Bike Trip Through Latin America
When the airlines wouldn't take his return flight tickets because his ticket agency went bankrupt, American born adventurer David Nghiem made other plans. With the funds he had left over, he bought a ticket to Panama City, then biked across Central America. Tired and weary when he got to the... - October 04, 2010 - davesnewadventure.com
Paris Fractional Developer Bucks Bad Real Estate Market
Paris Home Shares announces the successful sellout of their latest fractional ownership real estate project in Paris, France. - October 04, 2010 - Paris Home Shares LLC
iXiGO.com Named One of the Fastest Growing Indian Brands on Facebook
Iffort study praises iXiGO.com’s Facebook fan growth & engagement. - October 03, 2010 - ixigo
Cruises.co.uk Reveal the Godmother for Queen Elizabeth
After great anticipation Cunard Cruises have officially confirmed that their latest superliner Queen Elizabeth will be named by the none other then the much loved British Royal Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. - October 01, 2010 - cruise.co.uk Ltd
New Book Encourages Young Travelers to Plan Their Disney Vacation
"Kid Tips for Walt Disney World" is interactive from beginning to end. It includes tips from kids that will help you plan your vacation, as well as removable components to employ on the trip. This is truly a learning and sharing opportunity that only a teacher-author could arrange. Young travelers between the ages of 7 and 15 years of age wrote and shared their experiences with the author. - October 01, 2010 - Vacation Field Guides
New Expatriate Guide Helps People Moving to Israel
Just Landed's new expatriate guide for Israel provides extensive information for moving to Israel; from visas to practical tips on how to find an apartment for rent and applying for a job. - October 01, 2010 - Just Landed
RateTiger Adds GDS Shopping and Completes 600 Channel Integrations
Channel management specialist facilitates benchmarking across Global Distribution Systems - October 01, 2010 - eRevMax Inc.
First Car Rental to be Represented at All Gautrain Stations
First Car Rental will soon be represented at all Gautrain Stations. Gautrain Stations are strategically positioned and add a new dimension to public transport. - October 01, 2010 - First Car Rental
Inner Maldives Holidays Launches First Holiday Catalogue for Locals and Expatriates
Inner Maldives Holidays today announced the launch of the first Holiday Catalogue in Maldives, a free quarterly magazine that includes holiday packages to India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, China, Australia, Africa, Medical packages, Honeymoon packages, Bollywood Tours, Disney Hong Kong... - September 30, 2010 - Inner Maldives Holidays
Nordic Walking Poles Welcome at 2010 VASA Trail Run - Home of the North American VASA Festival of Cross Country Ski Races
Participants at the 2010 VASA Trail Run will have the opportunity to run or walk the beautiful VASA ski trails. Nordic Walking Poles will be provided by www.SKIWALKING.com and the American Nordic Walking System. Participants opting to use poles can choose to Nordic Walk or Nordic Run the VASA Trail. Free Nordic Walking lessons will also be provided by Pete Edwards, the owner/founder/coach of www.SKIWALKING.com and the American Nordic Walking System. - September 30, 2010 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
LRA Worldwide and iSKY to Present Innovative Loyalty Model at Cornell Hospitality Research Summit
Rob Rush, CEO of LRA Worldwide, Inc., will co-present a case study featuring an innovative new loyalty model at the upcoming Cornell Hospitality Research Summit (CHRS). The “Relationship Investment Model” (or RIM) has proven to be a far more effective model for predicting future customer loyalty and spending behavior than many of the traditional methodologies currently in use. Rush and his co-presenter, Cindy Whiteway of iSKY, will present findings from LRA’s sports industry clients. - September 30, 2010 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
WSI and Travelmate Engage in Search Engine Marketing Campaign
WSI Quality Solutions announced today that the company has entered into an agreement with Travelmate on a search engine and internet advertising campaign. - September 29, 2010 - WSI Quality Solutions
Mazatlan Will Build on Successes of September’s Western Canada Tour
Mazatlan Hotel Association representatives will return to Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver in October to meet with travel agents and trade media; as well as provide a training seminar to WestJet Vacations reservations staff. - September 29, 2010 - Mazatlan
Luxury Travel Ltd Attends The Luxury Meetings Forum at ITB Asia
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) will attend The Luxury Meeting Forum at ITB Asia on 21 October 2010, Suntec Ballroom 1. Luxury Travel is the first luxury tour operator based in Vietnam operating tours in the destinations of Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar. ITB Asia... - September 29, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Ardanaiseig Hotel Awarded 3rd AA Rosette and Inspector's Choice Status
Ardanaiseig Hotel in Argyll has today been awarded a third rosette for its restaurant, placing it in the top ten per cent of AA rated-restaurants in the UK. The hotel has also achieved the coveted ‘Inspector’s Choice’ status. - September 29, 2010 - Ardanaiseig
Asia Travel & Hospitality News Portal, Traveltechie.asia Launched on World Tourism Day
Asia Travel News site, www.traveltechie.asia launched on 27th September 2010 on the occasion of World Tourism Day. The site will publish the most relevant Travel & Hospitality Industry News across Asia & APAC Region & mail the news to its registered users. - September 29, 2010 - Induss Interactive Pvt. Ltd
Vietnam’s First Tour Operator Seduces ASEAN Tourists at ATF Cambodia 2011
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ) to Search Luxury Tour Operators and Travel Agencies Partners ATF 2011 in Phnom Penh Cambodia from 19 to 21 Jan 2011. - September 29, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Group Ltd Announces Wholesales Tour Prices 2011 and Travel Agents Commissions
Luxury Travel Ltd launched their award winning travel experience, service, tours, www.luxurytravelvietnam.com , wholesales tour prices 2010-2011 and Travel Agents Commissions, and announced that there will be a focus on Vietnam and the city of Hanoi due to its 1,000th year celebrations. To better... - September 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch Helicopter Services to Veteran Travelers to Former Battle Fields in Ba Ria Vung Tau
The company is going to launch a day trip by private charter helicopter to Ba Ria Vung Tau for interested travelers from Ho Chi Minh City. The Luxury Travel Company (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ), Vietnam’s leading bespoke travel experience, is experienced in providing special services and... - September 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator Receives “The Year’s Best” Award in the Tourism Industry
Luxury Travel Ltd Receives “The Year’s Best” Award in the Tourism Industry in Vietnam with 124 leading tourism businesses at the 11th Guide Awards ceremony in Da Nang city on September 25. The prestigious awards recognize excellent performance by hotels, resorts, and room booking... - September 28, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The Béziers Mediterranean New Wine Festival
The Béziers Mediterranean Tourist Office has announced details of this year's festival of New Wine (Vin Nouveau). The festival is one of the main annual events for the Béziers Mediterranean area, which covers 13 towns and villages in Languedoc Roussillon, south of France, including... - September 28, 2010 - Béziers Mediterranean Tourist Office
Efffetti Weddings in Italy Announces New Locations: Piedmont and Sicily
Efffettti launches two new locations for weddings in Italy: Piedmont and Sicily managed by 4 experienced Italian wedding planners - September 28, 2010 - Efffetti
SinglesCruise.com Brings Together Cruising, Costumes and Camaraderie on Popular Annual Halloween Sailing
The singles cruise agency announces a last call to join their largest themed cruise of the year. - September 27, 2010 - SinglesCruise.com
Mazatlan Concludes the First Phase of Its Fall Western Canada Tour
Francisco de la Vega Aragon, State Secretary of Tourism, led a delegation that invited Canadians to visit Mazatlan and the Copper Canyon. - September 26, 2010 - Mazatlan
Peckforton Castle Reports Record Sales
Award winning Cheshire hotel Peckforton Castle is reporting its best month ever for August 2010 following the successful launch of its new £1.7 million facilities. Sales at this unique 48 bedroom venue were up 7.12 per cent in August compared with the same month last year, making it the most... - September 26, 2010 - Peckforton Castle
Dubai Entry Visa Process Now Simplified for Travelers Booking in Dubai Hotels and Dubai Apartments
Dubai Travelers typically have to navigate a very intricate process to get an entry visa; however, DubaiShortStay.com is launching a new service for travelers who book with them. They make assistance available to their clients in order to assist them in getting through the details of the process. - September 25, 2010 - Dubai Short Stay
Travel En Vogue Now Offers Ritz Carlton San Francisco Residence Club
Travel En Vogue has added the Ritz Carlton Residence Club San Francisco to their diverse collection of luxury vacation rentals in Colorado, California, the Caribbean, and Mexico. - September 24, 2010 - Travel En Vogue
Volunteer for Free in Paraguay with Original Volunteers
Original Volunteers is offering the possibility to volunteer in Paraguay for free, whatever your background or interests. - September 24, 2010 - Original Volunteers
Kengin Consulting Inc. Releases NewfoundlandFUN Lite & Deluxe for iPhone Users - Carry a Piece of the Island in Your Pocket
Kengin Consulting Inc. has released NewfoundlandFUN Lite & Deluxe versions for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch users. Each version of the app offers a variety of fun locations and activities for visitors to the island, along with a taste of its unique culture through local sayings, festivals, and more. - September 23, 2010 - Kengin Consulting Inc
At Quikbook.com, Risk-Free Hotel Reservations Are Up 27% Over Previous Year
Risk-free hotel reservations on Quikbook.com attract travelers with ever-changing travel plans. - September 22, 2010 - Quikbook.com
Fly Free to Jackson Hole This Winter, Jackson Hole Central Reservations
After substantial success during the 2009/2010 winter season, Jackson Hole, Wyoming announces it will renew its “4th Flies Free” program again this year. - September 22, 2010 - Jackson Hole Central Reservations
InShuttle Nashville Shuttle Service Announces New Twitter Page
InShuttle Nashville shuttle service announces the launch of its new Twitter page, making the most up-to-date information accessible to riders as soon as it becomes available. With Social Media becoming the most popular source of information, InShuttle Nashville shuttle service has decided to... - September 22, 2010 - In Shuttle
Luxury Travel Vietnam Opens Adventure Travel Tours
Luxury Travel Vietnam Put Adventure Travel Tours on Sale. - September 20, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Mauritius Luxury Serviced Apartments and Penthouses Directly Overlooking the Beach with Villas De Maitre
Villas De Maitre has extended its luxury collection of beachfront serviced apartments in Mauritius with the launch of Bon Azur Premium Suites and Apartments in Trou Aux Biches, North West Mauritius. - September 18, 2010 - Villas De Maitre
DirectRooms.com – Seoul Hosts Leading Event for Tracking and Identification Technologies in October 2010
DirectRooms.com can announce that leading members of the RFID/USN industry will be convening in Seoul for a major international exhibition. - September 18, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
InstaParking Announced Today That They Will Cross Promote DiBella’s Old Fashioned Submarines to Its Customers at the Buffalo Airport
InstaParking LLC announced this week the addition of DiBella’s Old Fashioned Submarines to its Advertising Program. Customers that park with InstaParking at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport will be given a coupon when they return for their car that can be redeemed for a medium drink... - September 16, 2010 - InstaParking LLC
Pacific Resort Wins Big at the 2010 HM Awards
Pacific Resort Rarotonga has received a high distinction accolade for “Environmental Program of the Year” at the 8th Annual HM Awards Gala Dinner held on Friday 3 September 2010. This award places Pacific Resort Rarotonga as the runner-up in the Australasia region to the Wolgan Valley... - September 15, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Show Clients How Much You Appreciate Their Business by Letting Them Get Behind the Wheel of a 170 Horsepower Formula Race Car
The Bridgestone Racing Academy outside Toronto, Mariposa Cruises and Executive Oasis International provide exciting alternatives to the standard company picnic. - September 13, 2010 - WDM Group
Fall Photography Weekend in Jefferson Texas
The 2010 Fall Photography weekend will be held at the Carriage House Bed and Breakfast in Jefferson, Texas. Jefferson and the Caddo Lake area of East Texas are known for their beauty and their photogenic appeal. This year's Fall Photography weekend is open to photographers of all experience, skill... - September 12, 2010 - The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast
NASSCOM Honors iXiGO.com with Top 10 Emerging Company Award
iXiGO.com makes it to the NASSCOM EMERGE 50 - League of Ten. - September 11, 2010 - ixigo
Iceland Travel Launches New Website Improving Customer Relations
Leading Icelandic destination Management Company and travel agency, Iceland Travel, have recently launched their brand new website, offering a wide range of high quality travel services within Iceland, for companies across the world. The new website features bold headlines and extensive... - September 11, 2010 - Iceland Total
Labor Day Weekend Winners at Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort
Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort had a drawing Labor Day weekend and gave away a free two night stay. - September 10, 2010 - Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort