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Hilton Head Vacation Rentals Company Lets Guests Go Keyless

With plane tickets, sunglasses, cell phones and more, room keys are just one more thing to keep up with when you’re on vacation. But a system offered by Sunset Rentals, an upscale vacation rental company on Hilton Head Island, makes losing keys a thing of the past and lets guests focus on... - June 19, 2008 - Mettler PR

Timeshare Owners Back Independent Magazine

Owners Perspective Magazine after just seven weeks has attracted more than 5,000 timeshare owners and owners of fractional, private residence club and shared ownership products from around the world who have subscribed to the new consumer publication due for release next month. - June 18, 2008 - Perspective International Ltd

RezHub.com Asks Travelers to Take One Day to Change the World

Volunteer vacations are often related to extended stays in remote destinations, wearing hefty price tags. RezHub.com is removing these high barriers and making voluntourism realistic for everyone. - June 18, 2008 - RezHub.com

Cheval Equestrian Community Sales and Information Center Now Open

The Cheval Sales and Information Center is now open to the public in Mint Hill showcasing Charlotte’s newest Tuscan-inspired equestrian community. The center is open seven days a week, Monday through Friday from 11am to 6pm; Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 1pm to 6pm. Located off... - June 17, 2008 - Marketing Specifics

Al Nahda Resort & Spa Awarded Boutique’s Diamond Collection™ Status

Boutique Hotels & Resorts International® - the global alliance of genuine boutique gems - has awarded Diamond Collection™ membership to Oman's lavish new 5-star destination, Al Nahda Resort & Spa in Barka. - June 17, 2008 - Boutique Hotels & Resorts International

The Top 10 Reasons to Vacation at a Clothing Optional Resort This Summer

Traditionally, Americans had to travel to Europe or the Caribbean to enjoy topless and nude sunbathing at nice upscale clothing optional resorts. In the past decade, nudist resorts in the United States have emerged as the world leaders in nude vacations. Sunny Palm Springs, California is considered one of the top meccas for topless and nude sunbathing vacations. - June 17, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa

New Website Features Cruise Ship History

"Cruising The Past" is a new website examining the history of cruise lines, cruise ships and steamships. The website is also dealing with reviews of contemporary cruising and new ships. Michael L. Grace, one of the creators of the musical Snoopy based on Charles M. Shultz... - June 16, 2008 - Cruise Line History

SeaFolks.com Merchant Navy Officer's Community, is Now Redressed with New & Better Looking Layout

SeaFolks.com, a sleek networking site for merchant navy officers and maritime professionals, looks even better now. New look of SeaFolks.com is inspired by versatility of mariners in different forms of work & hobbies. - June 16, 2008 - SeaFolks.com

www.WorldCheaper.com Announces an Online Travel Booking Service for Consumers Seeking to Satisfy Their Travel Needs Quickly and Cheap

As you already know, travel business moved online permanently and will never go back. Founded in 2004, www.WorldCheaper.com’s mission is to provide high-quality travel service at the lowest price possible. The www.WorldCheaper.com is an online travel consolidator, delivering lowest prices to... - June 15, 2008 - WayBy.com

Y explore Yosemite Adventures Announces Agreement with Naturalist David Lukas

Renowned author agrees to lead Naturalist Excursion Series for popular Yosemite adventure company. - June 15, 2008 - Y explore Yosemite Adventures

Talent Agency and Film School Join Forces to Discover Spanish Speaking Actors

Westbridge Film School and 'Normal People' talent agency have issued a call to discover 18 Spanish speaking persons and grant them a full scholarship to become successful actors for film. At the end of their studies, they will be recruited by the agency and offered to participate in real life projects. - June 14, 2008 - Westbridge University

Carol Marlow, President of Cunard Line, Talks About The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World® on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss

Carol Marlow, President of Cunard Line, talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss about The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World®, the evolution of Cunard, and the tradition of the company that caters to the preferences of its guests and provides extraordinary, unobtrusive service. Marlow and Reiss discuss a few of the forthcoming offerings of the Line’s Fall onboard enrichment programme including the Boston Symphony Chamber Orchestra and Linda Hope, daughter of the entertainer, Bob Hope. - June 14, 2008 - Reissource, LLC

Cortiva Institute - Chicago Blends Business Savvy with Inspiration at “Managing Your Spa in a Changing Environment” Conference

In recognition of the continued expansion of the massage therapy and spa industries, paired with declining numbers of people seeking body work in the current economic climate, Cortiva Institute has designed a leading edge conference to be held in Chicago on July 31st and August 1st called “Managing Your Spa in a Changing Environment.” - June 14, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy

Orlando Scooter Rental Company Announces the "Dream" Mobility Scooter for Guests at Walt Disney World for Disney Scooter Rental and Universal for Universal Scooter Rental

Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando scooter rental company headquartered in Orlando, Florida, announces the newest addition to its mobility scooter rental fleet, the Dream. The Dream is the company’s first model specifically selected for Disney Scooter Rental or Universal Scooter Rental visitors staying in hotels on-property and plan to use resort-provided bus, boat or monorail transportation to travel between hotels, associated theme parks and other on-property venues during their stay. - June 13, 2008 - Scooter Vacations

Real Estate Excursion Offers Unique Chance to Surf Nicaragua with a Star

Perfect waves groomed by all day offshores are breaking right now in warm water, and they’re only a short flight away. With fewer crowds, a higher concentration of quality breaks within a short distance, and very affordable ocean view property still available, it’s easy to see why... - June 13, 2008 - Century 21 Gold Coast Realty

Heritage Hotels Announces New Accommodations Complete for Kenya Family Safari

Heritage Hotels, Kenya’s top provider of exciting Kenya family safari experiences, announces the completion of new family accommodations at the famed Mara Intrepids Camp in the Maasai Mara game reserve. - June 13, 2008 - Heritage Hotels

Exclusive Concierge Service Offers Las Vegas Visitors a Taste of Luxury and Excitement

Affluent Lifestyle Concierge (ALC) is expanding their services to include Las Vegas visitors. Previously a service dedicated to a select, privileged few, ALC has recently begun offering the same access and luxury services to those visiting the Las Vegas area. - June 13, 2008 - Affluent Lifestyle Concierge

Bates International Motor Home Rental Systems, Inc. Announces Bates Forms Alliance with Adventure Caravans, Inc.

Sandra Bate, president and CEO of Bates International Motor Home Rental Systems, Inc., announced that Bates has formed a business alliance with a major International RV caravan company. - June 13, 2008 - Bates International Motor Homes

AffordableTours.com Launches New, Value-Priced LeisureScapes Resort Vacation Packages

Amazingly low prices on escorted trips to Europe & Costa Rica—as little as $79 a day. - June 13, 2008 - AffordableTours.com

Canadian Travel Site launches ViaRailVacations.com - Bucks Canada Tourism Downward Trend

Canadian Tourism at all time low...or is it? Exclusively Canada Ltd. is a Canadian travel company experiencing record breaking growth with launch of new VIA Rail focused portfolio site. - June 13, 2008 - Exclusively Canada Ltd.

G.A.P Adventures Announces New Polar Expedition Ship

G.A.P Adventures, a world leader in adventure travel, has announced the purchase of a new ship, the M/S Expedition, and the relaunch of its polar expedition program, commencing on January 4, 2009. - June 13, 2008 - G Adventures

Intercontinental Mzaar Takes Home Two Prestigious Awards in Dubai, Uae

For the fifth year running, InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa wins prestigious prizes during the MENA Travel Awards 2008 ceremony, one of the leading awards program for recognizing regional travel and tourism industries and honoring superior service and outstanding standards. - June 13, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa

Travel Industry Running Teams Raise Over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association

Travel industry runners raised over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association by competing in the London Marathon and the Malta Half Marathon this year. - June 13, 2008 - Family Holiday Association

InterContinental Mzaar Summer & Mountain Packages

Escape the heat of the city and benefit from InterContinental Mzaar “summer packages” combining rejuvenation, fun and pleasure starting from only $60 per room night. - June 13, 2008 - InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort & Spa

Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Sponsors Climb to Everest Base Camp to Raise Money for the Stroke Association

Adam Hutchings, sponsored by leading meet and greet airport parking company, Meteor meet and greet parking, has climbed to the Everest base camp in 12 days, raising thousands of pounds for the Stroke Association charity. - June 13, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking

Galexi (TM): Next Generation Chains and Brand Web Site CMS

GalexiTM is Milestone’s state-of-the-art Content Management System that allows hotel and restaurant chains, and hospitality associations to rapidly deploy and manage websites for their members with great ease at a fraction of the cost of existing systems in the market today. The system is offered as a hosted solution that does not require major hardware or software installations and can be accessed from any computer. - June 12, 2008 - Milestone Internet Marketing, Inc.

Dalaman Holiday Villa, a Stunning New Luxury Holiday Villa in Turkey Opens for Business Offering 10% Early Bird Discount

Nestling amongst the pomegranate groves that overlook the bay of Fethiye, the Dalaman Holiday Villa is a magnificent new luxury holiday villa with generous accommodation, private gardens and a swimming pool, set in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the highly sought after Turkish, Mediterranean coast. - June 12, 2008 - Dalaman Holiday Villa

Thailand - X2 Samui Officially Opens Its Doors

X2 Resorts (pronounced “Cross To”), Thailand’s first chain of designer resorts, is ready to unveil the latest X2 Resort at Koh Samui on the 15th June 2008. - June 12, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group

Most Isolated Country in South America, No More, Begins Using Interactive Kiosks

The Bolivian Ministry of Tourism selects TRAVELER, from GAMUT Systems, to provide Interactive Informational Kiosks for Travelers. - June 11, 2008 - GAMUT Systems

Fractional Property Ownership Now Available in London

London Fractions has launched fractional property ownership in the UK. Buyers are now able to own property under shared ownership in the Capital's most prestigious locations. Buyers not only enjoy usage rights but share in the title deed or "bricks and mortar." - June 11, 2008 - PalmaNirvana

Stonehenge: Ancient Megalithic Site Holds Secret to Earth’s Turbulent Past

Computer systems analyst Dean Talboys has unlocked a previously overlooked aspect of an ancient megalithic site in Wiltshire, England, which indicates a major catastrophic event at the end of the last Ice Age 13,000 years ago that could have been caused by the rapid decline of the polar ice caps. - June 11, 2008 - Dean Talboys

Safe Rides Opens Its Services in NY and NJ

Safe Rides Unlimited's approach in reducing drunk driving is the most unique to date and therefore, has proven results in all test markets. SRU is the first organization that involves bars, clubs, students and the general public to gather data, create effective campaigns and offer realistic safe ride options. These campaigns deliver different safe ride options to deter people from drinking and driving. At the same time these campaigns educate show people how easy it is to arrange a safe ride. - June 11, 2008 - Safe Rides Unlimited non profit organization

The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club Auctions Packages with LuxuryLink.com

LuxuryLink.com, the world's premier online luxury travel resource, announces the addition of The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club to their prestigious collection of hotels, spas, vacation packages and cruises throughout the world. Situated in the serene U.S. coast of Georgia, and guided by generations... - June 11, 2008 - Luxury Link LLC.

Tanyard Hollow Retreat Center Opens in Middle Tennessee

Tanyard Hollow Retreat Center, a nonprofit center newly established in the lovely rural area of Perry County, Tennessee, is now open. Instructors and students of meditation, yoga, Tai chi, and other spiritual practices can hold workshops in comfort and convenience on a private 58-acre property and... - June 11, 2008 - Tanyard Hollow Retreat Center

Seven Tips for Saving Money on Your Italian Vacation, from the Award-Winning Subscription Travel Newsletter, Dream of Italy

The dollar make be weak, but that doesn’t mean Americans are giving up their Italian vacations. Here are seven key travel tips from Kathy McCabe, editor and publisher of the award-winning subscription travel newsletter, Dream of Italy. - June 11, 2008 - Dream of Italy

Tara LaManna Promoted to Art Consultant at HG Art and Framing Consultants

HG Art and Framing Consultants announces the promotion of Tara LaManna to Art Consultant. As Art and Design Consultant she will customize art and framing for interior design projects. “Tara is a talented artist and has tremendous customer service skills, making her a natural fit for the... - June 11, 2008 - HG Arts

Café Roma Partners with the School of Champions for Summer Camp

Local pizzeria and pub, Cafe Roma has donated $9000 pesos to help send Puerto Vallarta children to summer camp. The School of Champions, a local non-profit after-school program for impoverished children, is offering a free summer camp to to the children who live in the areas surrounding the municipal dump. Many donations are needed to send them all to camp where they will have an opportunity to learn subjects like English, art, dancing and swimming. - June 11, 2008 - Children of the Dump

Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Receives Park Mark Award for Security Measures at Parking Facilities

East Surrey Police superintendent presents Meteor meet and greet parking with the Park Mark Safer Parking Award in acknowledgment of car crime prevention measures at Meteor’s secure airport parking facilities. - June 11, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking

HSSO to Promote India’s Home-Like Hotels Collection in Europe

Hospitality Sales Solutions (HSSO) is to represent Home-Like Hotels (HLH), a unique collection of over forty affordable boutique hotels in India, promoting them in the UK and the central European markets. Located in cities and resort locations across India, each hotel has its own unique, individual... - June 10, 2008 - Hospitality Sales Solutions

Wildcat Mountain Opens Daily for Summer and Offers Free Gondola Ride to Fathers

Fathers can fly Wildcat via the Wildcat Express scenic gondola for free on Sunday, June 15th when one or more other family members purchase an adult or junior gondola ride ticket on that day. The only one of its kind in North America, the Wildcat Express has transformed from New Hampshire’s... - June 09, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain

Jamaica Connects Faith with Tourism

Government officials commend Miles Ahead's humanitarian work on the island. The Jamaica Government is embracing faith tourism efforts which stimulate the economy and provide medical care to its nationals. Jamaica's Ministry of Health and Environment recently expressed appreciation to the San... - June 07, 2008 - Miles Ahead

DolphinGroupTravel.com Helps Upscale Travelers and Corporations Arrange Villa Rental, Jet and Yacht Charter and Exotic Car Usage in Mexico's Riviera Maya

DolphinGroupTravel.com is a luxury - travel consulting firm specializing in exotic vacations to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. They are located in the U.S. and in Playa del Carmen Mexico. Through years of relationship building, they have forged strong ties with leaders in the upscale travel industry... - June 07, 2008 - dolphingrouptravel.com

Heritage Hotels Announces Summer Specials for Kenya Luxury Camps

Heritage Hotels, proprietors of top Kenya luxury camps, announces very attractive pricing on their popular flying safaris for the summer months including Samburu Intrepids and Mara Intrepids Kenya luxury camps. - June 07, 2008 - Heritage Hotels

VLJ Air Taxi Service Opens in South Florida

North American Jet Charter Group, LLC, today announced the delivery of an Eclipse 500 VLJ to Boca Raton to provide air taxi and charter service to business and leisure travelers. - June 06, 2008 - North American Jet Charter Group, LLC

New Website Links Travelers to Complimentary Golf and More on Vacation

The newly-launched website, www.getmorevacations.com, provides vacationing guests with amenities at vacation rental properties in Florida, Alabama and North Carolina that include complimentary golf rounds, deep sea fishing, water and amusement park tickets, sunset and dolphin cruises, and more. - June 06, 2008 - Amenity Services Inc.

Check Out My Trip Free Personal Travel Websites and Online Journals Redefines Customer Service by Offering "Travel Site Guides" with Elite CheckOutMyTrip Memberships

CheckOutMyTrip Personal Travel Websites is now offering "Travel Site Guides" for Elite Members. Travel Site Guides are CheckOutMyTrip Member's Personal Contact at the Company for Help and Support. - June 06, 2008 - CheckOutMyTrip.com

Intelligent Leisure Solutions and the Discover Group Wins United Nations World Tourism Organization Ulysses Award for Innovation in Tourism Enterprises

Awards ceremony has been held on May 28th in Madrid, Spain. - June 06, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions