Travel News
News about destinations, tourist attractions, leisure, accommodation and transportation related to the travel industry. Discover the newest travel trends, acquisitions and travel and tourism industry market research.
Famous International Bestseller, The Cure for Jet Lag, Republished. Dr. Charles F. Ehret's Book Back by Popular Demand. Plan Used by US Army Rapid Deployment Forces.
Back2Press Books, an independent publisher specializing in republishing titles that have sold over 100,000 copies, has announced that the international best-seller formerly titled Overcoming Jet Lag has been revised and republished with the new title The Cure for Jet Lag and is available for... - November 13, 2008 - Back2Press Books
First Stand Up Comedy Festival in History of Middle East to be Held in Amman, Jordan December 2-5, 2008
City of Amman to Host First Stand-Up Comedy Festival Featuring Over 15 Comedians from the US, Canada, Australia and the Arab World with headliner Russell Peters. - November 13, 2008 - Dean of Comedy productions, Inc
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Earns Conde Nast Traveller's Recognition
There was more good news for Cook Islands tourism, when US readers of the world’s most prestigious travel magazine, Condé Nast Traveller, recently included Pacific Resort Aitutaki in their list of the Top 20 Resorts in Australia and The Pacific. The 21st Annual “Reader’s... - November 13, 2008 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Large Differences in Airfares Amongst the Leading Online Travel Agencies in India, Finds Searchmela.com Study
Large Differences in Airfares Amongst the Leading Online Travel Agencies, Finds Searchmela.com Study. Consumers Can Save More than Rs 10,000 by Comparing Airfares at More Than One Online Travel Agency Last minute airfares are less expensive than commonly believed. Tripmela, Inc, India's best... - November 13, 2008 - Tripmela, Inc
The BITS Group Announces ZeroOutages for Hospitality
The BITS Group announces ZeroOutages for Hospitality, Turnkey Internet Reliability for Limited Service Hotels. The BITS Group Inc today announced ZeroOutages for Hospitality. The BITS Group Inc is known in the Hospitality industry for strategic and innovative Technology Consulting and Solutions. - November 13, 2008 - The BITS Group Inc
Busbaby.com Announces Availability of Inauguration Charter Buses and Hotel Rooms
The sheer volume of American’s wishing to take part in the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama in our nation’s capitol, has placed an enormous demand on the transportation and hospitality industries. Busbaby.com, a premiere charter bus travel agency, announces Inaugural bus and hotel availability, at affordable prices. - November 13, 2008 - Busbaby.com
G.A.P Adventures Announces Launch of New African Adventure Tours
For the price of your weekly transit commute, you could enjoy an elephant ride on safari in Africa. - November 13, 2008 - G Adventures
Carolina Mornings and Biltmore Village Villas Help Hunger Take a Holiday with "Kids, Paws and Claus," a Charity Event for MANNA FoodBank
Carolina Mornings and the Biltmore Village Villas are teaming up to bring Santa Claus to the Biltmore Villas for a Holiday Meet-and-Greet charity event for MANNA FoodBank. Bring your entire family (even your pets) to meet Santa and help hunger take a holiday in western North Carolina. - November 13, 2008 - Carolina Mornings
The First Two Leading Spas of the World in Turkey: Amrita Spa & Wellness at Swissôtel the Bosphorus, Istanbul and Swissôtel Grand Efes, Izmir
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has opened two new splendid Amrita Spa & Wellness Centers at Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul and Swissôtel Grand Efes, Izmir, both considered oases of tranquillity and relaxation and honoured with membership in “Leading Spas of the World.” - November 12, 2008 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
No.11 London Couture Hotel and Private Club Transformed by Internationally Acclaimed Designer and Property Developer, Paul Davies
With his reputation for creative integrity, innovation and attention to detail, the interior design and property entrepreneur Paul Davies has established himself as the true leader of London’s luxury home and hotel living market. Catering to the most discerning clients from around the globe,... - November 12, 2008 - 11 cadogan
Excavate and Exfoliate™ for the 2008/2009 Winter Season with Dig This™ and the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel
Unearth inner elegance with the help of heavy equipment and serenity spa treatment. - November 12, 2008 - Dig This
Holiday Music Fills the Air at the Independence Visitor Center Corporation
The holiday season has once again arrived in the Philadelphia region, and Independence Visitor Center asks visitors and locals alike to start the holiday season at the Center. Gather at Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, to experience holiday fun at the heart of Independence Mall. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Join the Independence Visitor Center Corporation for a Holiday Season of Giving
The holiday season is upon us, and Independence Visitor Center aims to emphasize the importance of giving to those in need. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
New in 2009: Rothschild Safaris Introduce New Concept to Hit the African Travel Market. The African Safari is Now a Family Affair Kid-Friendly Options on the Increase.
A new concept has hit the African travel market. African Safaris are not just for wildlife photography enthusiasts, adrenaline seekers or honeymoon couples anymore. Camps and lodges are becoming more and more kid friendly by creating special programs, activities and even specially trained guides, to cater to children. Boutique safari operators like Denver-based Rothschild Safaris can help travelers navigate all the options with expert advice and first-hand experience. - November 12, 2008 - Rothschild Safaris
RareVu.com Adds More Hotels & Cruises
More hotel deals form Expedia and cruise deals from Cruisecritic.com, means more to match your travel plans. - November 11, 2008 - RareVu
The Residences at Biltmore: The First All Suite Hotel in Asheville Featuring Two & Three Bedroom Suites
The Residences at Biltmore opens a new building with two and three bedroom suites. These suites allow for true privacy while traveling and come with the finest appointments as well as concierge services. - November 10, 2008 - The Residences at Biltmore
The Golden State Chapter Forms as the Newest Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America
The four California chapters of the Club Managers Association of America have joined together as one. It is therefore with considerable excitement that they announce that they are now The Golden State Chapter. At an organizational meeting on October 2, 2008, members of the former Chapters met to... - November 10, 2008 - The Golden State Chapter
How to Enjoy a Celebrity-Style Holiday Worldwide for Less
With holiday bookings dropping like a stone and newspapers talking about little else but the economic slowdown and looming recession, newly launched RomanticHoliday.org (http://www.romanticholiday.org) is moving life's pleasures higher on the public agenda. Site Founder Matthew Levy said,... - November 08, 2008 - romanticholiday.org
Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, Electric Karma, Announces Its New Skyroom
electric karma is a unique Indian restaurant, unlike any other in Los Angeles. The specialty about it is the room without the roof (Skyroom), where you can forget about everyday life for a couple of hours and just lounge on pillows like the Maharajas and enjoy the exquisite cuisine of this Los Angeles Indian restaurant. - November 06, 2008 - electric karma
Birth Year Brings Holiday Cheer at Knoxville Hotel
New Quality Inn Merchants Drive, Knoxville, TN celebrates grand opening by honoring senior citizens during the holiday season and donating part of the proceeds to the O’Connor Senior Center. - November 06, 2008 - Quality Inn Merchants Dr
Independent study: GreenSwitch Saves Hotel 36% on Energy
Independent study: GreenSwitch Saves Hotel 36% on Energy, The GreenSwitch equipped room used 36% less energy for HVAC than the control room. GreenSwitch technology was recently listed in the 2008 DOE Energy Star Building Upgrade Manual. - November 06, 2008 - Magnum Energy Solutions LLC
Blaxpedia.com - A New Online African-American Event Search and Travel Site is Unique in Concept and Design
Blaxpedia.com is a new website that allows visitors to search a database of thousands of events of interest to African Americans. Searches can be done by event name, date or date range, city, state, region, or category. The site is partnered with Thompson Travel Service, a full service online travel agency, where you can book your flight, hotel and/or car after you find your event(s). - November 06, 2008 - Blaxpedia.com
Living Waters Spa: Celebrating 5 Years of Business - from Startup to Award Winning Spa
In 5 short years Living Waters Spa has gone from a complete startup business to an award winning spa. For Jeff and Judy Bowman the American dream is alive and well thanks to hard work and great customer service. - November 06, 2008 - Living Waters Spa
West Michigan Tourist Association Brings Ideas to the Table for Holiday Travel
From a Santa Train in Coopersville to Victorian Teas in Holland any of these Holiday celebrations located in West Michigan will be sure to get you into the Spirit of the Season. West Michigan Tourist Association - We Know West Michigan. - November 06, 2008 - West Michigan Tourist Association
Photograph Yosemite with Y Explore
Outdoor Adventure Company Announces Schedule of Yosemite Photo Workshops. - November 06, 2008 - Y explore Yosemite Adventures
Portugal? Spain? Both. Announces Success of Its U.S. Based Co-Op Marketing Program Aimed at Promoting Travel to the Iberian Peninsula
The tourist offices of Portugal and Spain have announced a renewed commitment and financial support for their successful co-op program, which promotes both countries as a single destination. Launched in 2006, PortugalSpainBoth is a marketing platform for its partners and travel suppliers to reach... - November 06, 2008 - Portugal? Spain? Both.
Bay Pointe Inn on Gun Lake Celebrates Fourth Anniversary
The Bay Pointe Inn located on Gun Lake celebrates their fourth anniversary with their most popular specials. - November 06, 2008 - West Michigan Tourist Association
Launch of Exclusive Maldives Travel Portal www.MaldivesHotels.com
Canopus Maldives, an inbound tour operator based in the Maldives has launched their exclusive Travel portal under the name Maldives Hotels. They offer you information about Maldives, wide range of holidays including family holidays, honeymoon holidays, spa holidays, diving holidays, surfing holidays, and even for Corporate Seminars and Incentives. Discover offers from budgeted to luxurious to all inclusive special holiday deals from Resorts, Hotels and Cruise Boats in Maldives. - November 05, 2008 - Canopus Maldives
Follow Your Passion: The French Culinary Institute Offers a One-Time Tuition Special
The world-class French Culinary Institute in New York, has announced a $5,000 reduction in the tuition for its Classic Culinary Arts evening program that begins December 16, 2008. The special tuition for the nine-month evening program is $29,850. “Cooking professionally is a dream that many... - November 05, 2008 - Italian Culinary Academy
Record Numbers of Travelers Save Baggage Costs with The UPS Store DC
As the holiday season approaches, record numbers of business travelers and tourists are looking for ways to save on the shocking costs of excess weight luggage when returning home from downtown Washington hotels. The UPS Store DC has a solution. - November 05, 2008 - The UPS Store DC
Roatan Cruise
Roatan.ws "Roatan island photo of the Month" October 2008. A fun group from the Carnival cruise ship enjoy a Roatan snorkeling / sailing tour with Jolly Roger Catamaran Cruises. - November 04, 2008 - Roatan
2nd Annual EasternNational Haunters Convention, April 10-11, 2009
A convention for people that love, work or own haunted houses. 2nd Annual National (formally Eastern) Haunters Convention: Open to the Public. Do you love haunted houses? Do you crave to go behind the scenes? Then, how would you like to be one of the privileged few to go behind the scenes tours... - November 02, 2008 - Bruner Family Productions, Inc.
Zen Getaways Expands, World Wide Vacation Home Rentals
Announcing the launch of a new and innovative way to plan your next vacation. Introducing Zen Vacation Rentals’ expansion to worldwide vacation home rentals. The same reliable, honest, and friendly service that Zen Getaways customers enjoy is now available for your next vacation to anywhere in the world. - November 02, 2008 - Zen Getaways
Footsteps of Amazon Adventure
Greentracks offers a unique opportunity to experience the Amazon rainforest in comfort with the companionship of a renowned Amazon explorer and zoologist. - November 02, 2008 - GreenTracks, Inc.
G.A.P Adventures Announces Launch of New South & Central America Tours
For the price of your morning coffee, you could see the coffee beans for yourself in Costa Rica. - November 02, 2008 - G Adventures
aloft Denver International Airport Management Duo, Ralph Bobian and Rhonda Watkins, Recruited by Stonebridge Companies
Ralph Bobian and Rhonda Watkins join the hip, sassy new aloft brand is entering the Denver scene this fall. Denver-based Stonebridge Companies has partnered with Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide to bring this $25 million hotel to the metro area. - November 01, 2008 - Stonebridge Companies
www.VisitLaManzanilla.com- News, Information, Community Events and Vacation Rentals for La Manzanilla, Mexico
VisitLaManzanilla.com is please to announce a new online resource for visitors to La Manzanilla, Mexico at www.VisitLaManzanilla.com. La Manzanilla offers stunning sunsets, warm ocean waters and a chance to experience an undiscovered treasure along the Pacific coast of Mexico. - November 01, 2008 - VisitLaManzanilla.com
Tour Information Form Joy Travels
Joy-travels.com, one of the important online travel services companies selling low-cost Tour Packages and consolidated airlines has launched. - November 01, 2008 - Joy Travels Pvt Ltd
Record Beer Consumption at Oktoberfest '08
Australian-based touring company, Thirsty Swagman, has claimed a record in beer consumption at Oktoberfest 2008, on their 11-night pub-crawl tour across Europe. - November 01, 2008 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd
Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket Welcomes Ms. Siriphan Uasrikongsuk, as Assistant Director of Sales, Leisure
Ms. Siriphan Uasrikongsuk has been recently appointed Assistant Director of Sales at Sheraton Grande Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort, Phuket. A native of Thailand, Siriphan has worked in the international hospitality industry for 9 years with many leading hotels and resorts including Six Senses... - November 01, 2008 - Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket
Local Travel Agent Becomes Cruise Expert by Earning Prestigious Top Rank in Princess Cruises Academy
Eileen Tener, a Tampa travel agent, has achieved prestigious Commodore status in Princess Cruises’ Academy training program, certifying her as an expert cruise professional. - November 01, 2008 - Cruise And Vacation Paradise (a Cruise Planners/American Express franchise), Eileen Tener
Earth Water Baths, Inc. Announces New Cleaning Formula (EWB-425) to Decontaminate Morgellon´s Buildings
Morgellons Syndrome is a new parasitic and contagious disease which is sweeping across many countries. The need for a cleaning and decontamination formula has been apparent, but ordinary cleaning solutions have been ineffective. Healing Research Institute (www.healingresearch.org) has developed a special cleaning formula, EWB-425 for Earth Water Baths, Inc (www.earthwaterbaths.com). - October 31, 2008 - Earth Water Baths, Inc.
Finger Lakes Bed and Breakfast Celebrates Five Successful Years
Innkeepers offer Finger Lakes visitors a fantastic view and bed and breakfast amenities that continues to draw more guests seeking a unique getaway. - October 31, 2008 - Bristol Views Bed and Breakfast
Intelligent Leisure Solutions and the Discover.Travel Group Win the 2008 World Travel Award as South America`s Leading Travel Management Company
Managing Director and ASTA President Robert Phillips receives Prestigious Award during Glamorous Ceremony in Rio de Janeiro on October 21st, 2008. - October 31, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Cuendet Grows on the International Market Accompanied by the Wyndham Label
The leader in the letting of charming homes adds to its label the endorsement of Wyndham to better its international expansion. - October 30, 2008 - Cuendet & Cie Spa
A Spirited Halloween at Dring’s Bar, Vienna
Dring’s Bar, Vienna’s hottest nightspot, invites the spirited and spooky to celebrate Halloween night in casual style. Dring’s Bar celebrates Halloween with specialty drinks, pumpkins galor and a party ambiance. - October 30, 2008 - The Ring
A Large Choice of Apartments in Rome: Early Booking 2009 Rome Sweet Home
A large choice of apartments in Rome: luxury, chic, trendy and … lower rates. Early Booking 2009 Rome Sweet Home. - October 29, 2008 - Rome Sweet Home
X2 Samui Offers Freedom Package and Spirit Package
X2 Samui, the latest in a series of new developments of the stunning X2 Resort properties resort in Thailand, offers 2 incredible packages for enjoying your holiday. - October 29, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Westgate Historic Williamsburg Designated a Virginia Green Lodging
Westgate Resorts’ Historic Williamsburg Resort has been designated as Virginia Green. Virginia Green is the statewide program that works to reduce the environmental impacts of Virginia’s tourism industry. It is a partnership between the Virginia Tourism Corporation and the Virginia... - October 29, 2008 - Westgate Resorts
dodo.com – First Travel Grant Goes to Anthony Asael
The travel community dodo.com is giving away a travel grant worth $5,000 USD. The grant will be used to assist dodo.com member Anthony Asael and his non-profit-organization “Art in All of Us.” Anthony and his organization aim to connect children all over the world through art. Along the way, they hope to promote multicultural awareness and tolerance. - October 29, 2008 - dodo travel services ltd.