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Galveston Hotel to Collect Toys for Marine Toys for Tots Campaign During Free Holiday Event
Hotel Galvez will host a free holiday event during its second annual Holiday Lighting Celebration on Friday, Nov. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. Due to popular response to last year’s event, the hotel decided to make this an annual tradition at the historic hotel. Hotel Galvez is also collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Marine Toys for Tots campaign during the event. - November 08, 2009 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Travellers Auto Barn - Golden Backpack Finalists 2009
Travellers Auto Barn, Australia’s number one budget camper and car rental company, came away from the TNT Golden Backpacks awards last night an honourable runner up to this years winner Greyhound coaches who took home the gong for “Best National Transport Company” for 2009. - November 07, 2009 - Travellers Auto Barn
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company to Attend Luxury Travel Fair
The Luxury Travel Fair 2009 will take place from 5-8 November at Olympia, London. Luxury Travel Vietnam Company to attend this event. A collection of the finest and most unique holiday experiences from around the world will gather together for the fourth year at the prestigious National Hall,... - November 07, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Playa Palms Beach Hotel Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
It has been 10 years ago since Playa Palms Beach Hotel was completed and opened its’ doors to welcome the first guests. During the first seven years, the hotel operated under a different name. It has since 2006 been operating under the name Playa Palms Beach Hotel. Playa Palms Beach Hotel... - November 07, 2009 - Playa Palms Beach Hotel
Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas Sets Sail
After nearly six years in the making, Royal Caribbean International (http://www.royalcaribbean.co.uk) today took delivery of its newest and most revolutionary cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas, from STX Europe in Turku, Finland. - November 07, 2009 - Royal Caribbean International
New! Walt Disney World’s Main Street, U.S.A. Windows Now on the iPhone
TimeStream Software announces the release of the fun new “Walt Disney World Secrets: Main Street, U.S.A. Windows” Notescast® App for the iPhone and iPod touch. This exciting new Notescast, complete with photos, reveals the entertaining stories behind the names on the colorful windows which adorn the Magic Kingdom’s Main Street, U.S.A. Now Disney guests can use their iPhone or iPod touch as their personal interactive tour guide as they spend hours discovering one new window after another. - November 07, 2009 - TimeStream Software
The Fiesta de San Fermín, Pamplona, Spain
Iberian Traveler - Maribel's Guides, in association with Peña Seattle, are offering exclusive hotel packages for Sanfermín 2010 and the Feria Del Toro, the "Running of the bulls." - November 06, 2009 - Iberian Traveler
WEBTV Portal Promoting Tourism in Thailand to Launch
Ants Media Group is set to launch a WEBTV portal to promote tourism in Thailand with an initial focus on yachting and marine related activities in Phuket and the Andaman region. - November 06, 2009 - Search News Media
Display RedWeek.com Timeshare Widget on Your Site for a Chance to Win a Vacation
RedWeek.com, the largest online marketplace for timeshare rentals, timeshare resales and exchanges, is giving away a one week vacation in a new contest. Anyone with a Web site or blog need only add a “widget” to become eligible to win. - November 06, 2009 - Redweek.com
Energy Launch New Brand and New Look
Energy Fitness Professionals has unveiled the most sweeping transformation of its corporate identity in the company’s 11 year history. The new brand is designed to reflect the positive change Energy can make to its customers. A customer-focussed company that provides innovative ideas,... - November 06, 2009 - Energy Fitness Professionals
Hotelalliances.com Announce Lowest Price Guarantee for Over 60,000 Save Rate Hotels
Global hotel reservations site HotelAlliances.com has pledged to consumers its lowest price guarantee for more than 60,000 save rate hotels, in a bid to strengthen consumer confidence and ensure clients are getting the best possible deal on their hotel accommodation during the current recession. - November 06, 2009 - HotelAlliances.com
Talking Timbuktu: At Mali’s Legendary Festival of the Desert, Peace Doesn’t Just Talk, It Sings, Drums and Dances, Too
This press release is about Festival in the Desert held in Timbuktu and its relevance in today's global geopolitical sphere. - November 05, 2009 - Maliba Tours
What is Really Going on with Hotel Group Rates? How to Obtain Critical Competitive Intelligence
GroupMetrix CompSet Group Rate Reports include all the rate components that factor into a group or meeting quotation: room rates, inclusions, in-room internet, catering (breakfast, breaks, luncheon and dinners), meeting room rates, AV rates, meeting room internet rates, minimum F&B guarantees, comp rooms, upgrades and master bill discounts. - November 05, 2009 - Quality Track International Inc.
Celebrate the Holidays "Philadelphia Style" with the Independence Visitor Center Corporation
The holiday season is upon us, and the Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, invites visitors and locals to get into the holiday spirit. Stop by the Visitor Center to experience a bit of holiday fun with our upcoming activities. The Independence Visitor Center wants to... - November 05, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
The Fortuna, California Chamber of Commerce Launches DiscoverTheRedWoods.com as the Gateway Website for Adventure to the Redwood Forest
Fortuna Chamber of Commerce announces a new website, www.DiscoverTheRedWoods.com for individuals and families that are making plans to visit the Northern California Redwood Forest. Fortuna is the ideal place to make your base camp for many reasons. The Redwoods grow from Big Sur to the Oregon... - November 05, 2009 - Discover The Redwoods
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company Showcases Travel Expertise at World Travel Market London
Luxury Travel Company Showcases Travel Expertise at World Travel Market, Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) will feature its comprehensive range of unique travel experiences and unmatched expertise in custom travel at World Travel Market. - November 05, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Company Receives More Mice Requests in 2010
The company has received more Mice requests especially from the UK, France, Australia and Asia countries. This proves the recovery of MICE industry in Vietnam, together with Hanoi fetes 1000th anniversary. - November 05, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Active Travel Asia Suggests Hot Tips for Adventure Holidays 2010 in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos
Active Travel Asia (ATA) asked the travel experts to reveal the trips which are most excited from Vietnam's Fansipan Mountain to Cambodia's Tonle Sap Lake in 2010 and featured some destinations. - November 05, 2009 - Active Travel Asia
SinglesCruise.com Announces Winner of First Online Video Contest
The creator of the winning video received a free singles cruise for two - November 05, 2009 - SinglesCruise.com
Miami Native Selected as a Finalist in 2009 American Way Road Warrior Contest
Justin Forer, former The Miami Herald Silver Knight Award winner, is one of five finalists campaigning for votes to win the Grand Prize, which includes 1 million American Airlines bonus miles - November 05, 2009 - Justin Forer
InRoomMD and Valley Hospital Medical Center Provide Swine Flu Hot Line for Las Vegas Travelers
Nations largest network of travel healthcare providers teams with Valley Hospital Medical Center to establish 24 hot line for Las Vegas guests. - November 04, 2009 - InRoomMD
'MInt Trav' - A New Resource in Family Vacation Planning, Offers Discounted Special Rates
Expected to make an impact on the travel and tourism industry, MIntTrav represents a major online shopping center for worldwide travel, offering cheap air fare and special hot rates. - November 04, 2009 - MInt Trav, A Division of MInt Telecom Ltd UK
Luxury Travel Vietnam Company To Promote River Cruise Saigon – Angkor Wat Temples
The Mekong River runs through Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and Yunnan (China) and is the longest river in the southeastern Asia region. Deep in history and rich in culture, it's one of the last travel frontiers with stunning natural beauty and incredible cultural diversity. Some of... - November 04, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
A New Website for New Build Properties in France
Today sees the launch of a new website featuring new build and leaseback properties for sale in France (03/11/09). - November 03, 2009 - Sextant French Property
Luxury Link Partners with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Award-winning luxury hotel collection now featured on LuxuryLink.com. - November 03, 2009 - Luxury Link LLC.
Mai-BS (Thailand) a Strategic Partner for Tropiculture Company, Thailand
“The Rinn,” the newest development will be a new 4-star resort development at Koh Phagnan, very close to Haad Rinn Beach where the world famous Full Moon Party’s are organized will compliment the already stunning portfolio. - November 03, 2009 - Mai-BS (Thailand) by Karl&Erna Co.; Ltd
Kill a Chicken on Your Vacation?
A new educational tourism business is launched in a Guatemalan village but this isn't business as usual. What makes this Mayan adventure tour operator different from traditional tour operators and why are people crowing about it? - November 03, 2009 - Extreme Mayan Adventures
A Taste of Vietnam for an Unlimited Appetite for a Culinary Adventure
Luxury Travel Vietnam to Launch "A Taste of Vietnam" for an Unlimited Appetite for a Culinary Adventure. - November 02, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Sedona's El Portal Luxury Hotel Has a Holiday Gift for You
El Portal, Sedona’s luxury pet-friendly inn, makes the holidays even more enjoyable by gifting its guests with a free night’s lodging at this beautiful and unique hacienda which Harper’s Hideaway Report picks as one of the best hotels in America. - November 02, 2009 - El Portal Sedona Luxury Inn
ecare’s Complete Reservation Software Solution for Online Travel Agencies Comes Pre-Integrated with Travco LLP, London
ecare technology labs integrates it’s Complete Reservation Software Solution, ecare IBE, for Online Travel Agencies, with Travco’s XML platform for selling Hotel Inventory. OTA’s can benefit from this pre integrated reservation software provided by ecare, to facilitate online hotel booking on their website. - November 02, 2009 - ecare Technology Labs
Revo Sunglasses Now Availlable at Eyegoodies.com
Eyegoodies.com is glad to welcome in the new 2009-2010 Revo Sunglasses collection. For those of you who are not familiar with Revo, they manufacture some of the highest optical quality lenses on the market. Revo polarized sunglasses utilize Revo Polarcast Technology which is responsible for creating some of the clearest most advanced sunglasses in the world and it is our pleasure to carry the line. - November 01, 2009 - EyeGoodies.com
Triangle Segway Announces New Oakwood Holiday Glide
The holiday-themed three-hour Segway tour explores Raleigh's Historic Oakwood on Segways and includes a walk inside many of the district's preserved 19th-century homes. This special Segway event is offered December 12 and 13 only. - November 01, 2009 - Triangle Glides
Yats Leisure Offers Picnic Packages at Clearwater Resort Picnic Venue Philippines
Yats Leisure's Clearwater Resort in Angeles Clark Philippines is preferred picnic venues in Philippines. Picnic packages include delectable picnic lunch prepared by fine dining Yats Restaurant makes picnic memorable. - November 01, 2009 - Yats Leisure
"Colorado Culinary Inn-Spirations" Fourth Edition Recipe Collection from Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado Hits Bookshelves - Innkeepers Meet for Annual Conference
"Inn-Spirational" recipes hot off the press in new B&B cookbook - B&B conference to be held November 8-9, 2009 in Golden, Colorado - October 31, 2009 - Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado
New Tour by Uncle Sam’s NY Honoring Heroes, Partners with Pat Tillman Foundation
Uncle Sam’s Walking Tours is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated and sought after, Heroes of the World Trade Center Tour, commenced on Monday, October 26, 2009. Uncle Sam’s New York has decided to partner with The Pat Tillman foundation and in doing so donate part of the... - October 31, 2009 - Uncle Sam's New York
Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy Becomes Russia’s Leading Hotel
Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy is proud to announce the receipt of the award of the World Travel Association (WTA), one of the world’s comprehensive travel trade polls. For the third year in a row the hotel was voted “Russia’s Leading Hotel” and the trophy was accepted by Jan Chovanec, General Manager and Tamara Afonina, PR & Communications Manager. - October 31, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
World Heritage Tours Announces Its 2010 Vacations to UNESCO World Heritage Sites
UNESCO World Heritage Sites are unlike any place else on earth. These are the 890 places recognized by UNESCO as part of the cultural and natural heritage and being of outstanding universal value such as the Old City of Dubrovnik, Croatia, and the magnificent Taj Mahal. World Heritage Tours, a travel firm providing unique small-group guided tours to World Heritage Sites across the globe, has announced its 2010 trips. They are designed for up to 15 people, and can be customized. - October 30, 2009 - Bestway Tours & Safaris
Discovering Italian Christmas Traditions in Rome and Milan
Italian language and culture courses dedicated to Christmas time: ancient traditions, habits and customs for a real Italian Christmas. - October 30, 2009 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Crossing Vietnam: 9 Days Vietnam Tour from US$ 775
Discover Mekong, one of the leading tour operators in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, has introduced its new “Super Saver” Vietnam tour: Crossing Vietnam at an unbeatable price of only US$ 775. - October 30, 2009 - Discover Mekong
Guaranteed Snow or Your Money Back on Ski Holidays to France with Pierre & Vacances
Following on from the success of Pierre & Vacances’ popular ‘sunshine guarantee’ insurance policy this summer, the European accommodation specialist is now offering a ‘snow guarantee’ on all winter ski holidays. The ski insurance policy allows holidaymakers the... - October 30, 2009 - Pierre & Vacances Group
Tourism Website Plans to Celebrate Another Halloween
The Around About Britain team gear up for another gruesome day. - October 30, 2009 - Around About Ltd
New Tourism Website Receiving Positive Feedback in Its First Month of Trading
We Accept Pets has had an extremely successful first month of trading, exceeding all expectations and already attracting in excess of half a million hits per month. - October 30, 2009 - We Accept Pets
Gap Adventures Honored for Helping to Transform the Way We Travel
Travel + Leisure Names Gap Adventures a Leader in Voluntourism - October 30, 2009 - G Adventures
Luxury Link and Lexus Go Green
Eco-friendly packages offering luxury accommodations and use of the Lexus LS Hybrid sedan now available on Luxury Link. - October 29, 2009 - Luxury Link LLC.
Head of the Hooch Regatta Grows to 8,600 Rowers
The Head of the Hooch Regatta on November 7 & 8, 2009 will be 30% larger than last year, making it the second largest in the country. The Downtown Chattanooga, TN event is adding TN festival activities for the first time to create a great Tennessee event. - October 29, 2009 - Head of the Hooch
Kingkey Chooses Reliability and Guest-Friendly Interaction from VingCard®
Leading Hospitality Security Provider Supplies New Kingkey Palace Hotel with the Right Balance of Security and Ease-of-Use with Classic by VingCard. - October 29, 2009 - ASSA ABLOY Hospitality
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts to Open Its First Hotel in the Middle East: Swissôtel Makkah in Saudi Arabia
Construction is under way on Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in the Middle East: Swissôtel Makkah in Saudi Arabia. The international hotel chain expects the hotel to open in January 2011. - October 29, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
‘TheMountainsUSA’ - Your One Stop Shop for the Earliest Colorado Ski Season Ever
TheMountainUSA announced that the bigger resorts will start their operations from early November, getting the Colorado ski season into full swing. - October 29, 2009 - Open A Yogurt Store
iXiGO.com Partners with Air Valid for User-Generated Airline Ratings
First Indian travel site to display user-generated qualitative ratings for airlines. - October 29, 2009 - ixigo
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Company to Launch a New Site and Provides 24 Hours Non Stop Online Customer Service and Online Booking
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Company To Launch a New Site www.luxurytravel24.com and Provides 24 Hours None Stop Online Customer Service and Online Booking. Luxury Travel Vietnam (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) continues to be the leader in the region for world class service and performance. The... - October 29, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd