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Hotels.am Armenia Hotels Reservation Center Announces Website Launch

Hotels.am, Armenia lodging and accommodation center has launched a website to facilitate on-line booking of hotels, B&Bs and hostels throughout Armenia. - August 29, 2007 - Hotels.am

New Hotel Accommodation Portal Caters to Independent Chinese Travelers

Ruyi – Paris Hotels - New Chinese language portal created for independent travelers. Unique materials and services address Chinese traveler need for value priced hotel accommodation selection, on location services and secure reservations transactions. - August 29, 2007 - Oneglobe Network

Basq Skin Care Introduces a New Lavender Soy Candle

Basq skin care introduces a new Lavender Soy Candle to the Aromacology Spa line. The clean buring soy wax infused with lavender essential oil offers pregnant and new mothers a fresh way to relax and soothe the senses. The frosted glass globe has a beautiful, modern appeal. The candle when unlit can be used to freshen the room. Basq's newest addition brings the benefits of Lavender to the home with ease and beauty. - August 27, 2007 - basq skin care

PlusAbroad Publishes Video Series About Cultural Tourism in Europe

PlusAbroad, the cultural and educational tourism provider based in Spain has now published the first installment in a series of video-guides in the form of animated slide shows which showcase program destinations in Europe aimed at active adults and baby boomers. - August 27, 2007 - PlusAbroad

Customers Say Cost is Important When They Book a Flight – But a Nearby Local Airport is Desired

A survey of customers who have booked holidays through www.holidays-direct.co.uk has revealed that although cost is the most important factor when choosing to book a flight, the option to fly from a local airport is almost as important. Customers were asked to pick what they consider to be the... - August 26, 2007 - Midlands Co-operative Society

Raksha Bandhan Festive Offer on Arzoo.com

On the Festive occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Arzoo.com, India’s leading travel portal, today announced a special offer where customers can avail guaranteed 10% discount on domestic airfare bookings on Spicejet, Indigo, Indian, Jetlite (Sahara) & Go Air anywhere within India. Similarly... - August 26, 2007 - Arzoo.com

EGOODS Las Vegas -- Las Vegas at Your Fingertips

EGOODS Las Vegas is proud to introduce direct, concise, streamlined, unbiased and easy access to Las Vegas entertainment, travel, restaurants, shopping, hotels and sports. It's all at http://www.egoodslasvegas.com - August 25, 2007 - EGOODS Las Vegas

BagButton Gives Exclusive Distribution Rights to an Independent in the UK

BagButton LLC. (www.bagbutton.com) Global leader in economical Vacuum Storage Space Saving solutions announced today the launch of their new distribution outlet source. (J.P.Mailing Services of the UK). www.bagbutton.co.uk. J.P.Mailing Services -- a direct whole sales and retail sales company, has... - August 25, 2007 - BagButton LLC.

New Travel Partnership Provides Affordable Dream Weddings and Honeymoons to the Maldives

Luxury tour operator Maldives Direct has become a premier partner with SendUsPacking.com. - August 25, 2007 - SendUsPacking

Steppes Travel Launches New Itineraries to India

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has recently launched two new itineraries and an updated webpage for India Family Holidays. (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/india-page2496.aspx). Steppes Travel recommends as a family holiday destination for those people with children over 8 and for... - August 25, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel (www.steppestravel.co.uk) Announces Release of “On Location” North Korea Travelogue for August 2007

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces the release of “On Location” from North Korea, a travelogue detailing Steppes Travel consultant Paul Craven‘s recent journey to North Korea: http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/botswana--page2546.aspx. Paul, East Country... - August 25, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel (www.steppestravel.co.uk) Announces Release of “On Location” Peru Travelogue for August 2007

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces the release of “On Location” from Peru, a travelogue detailing Steppes Travel consultant Lucy Ing‘s recent journey to Peru: http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/botswana--page2546.aspx. Lucy, Latin America Country Director at... - August 25, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel (www.steppestravel.co.uk) Announces Release of “On Location” India Travelogue for August 2007

Clare, East Country Director at Steppes Travel, commented, “At Steppes Travel, all of us have first hand knowledge of the countries we promote. India has always struck me as a unique melting pot of class, religion, language, scenery and culture, within a single country, which makes it... - August 25, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel (www.steppestravel.co.uk) Announces Release of “On Location” Botswana Travelogue for August 2007

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces the release of “On Location” from Botswana, a travelogue detailing Steppes Travel consultant Millie Summer‘s recent journey to Botswana: http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/botswana--page2546.aspx. Millie, Africa Country... - August 25, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Liko S. Smith Commissions Historian to Write "Illustrated History of Samoa's Independence" for His Hotel Rooms in Samoa

Eneliko (Liko) S. Smith, CEO and founder of Rogue Hospitality has agreed to commission and underwrite expenses for historian Lealamanu'a J. Robert Shaffer to oversee and execute a hard bound, luxury edition of Samoa’s history from 1900 to the present day. The commission will provide for an... - August 24, 2007 - Rogue Hospitality

Antarctica Cruises - Steppes Travel Publishes Dates of Forthcoming Cruises

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has published dates of forthcoming voyages for people looking to take an Antarctica cruise holiday (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/antarctica-ships-page497.aspx). Steppes Travel organises many Antarctica cruises for its clients each year. All the... - August 23, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel Launches New Itinerary to the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has recently launched a new itinerary and updated webpage for Galapagos and Ecuador Family Holidays. (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/ecuador-and-the-galapagos-islands-page2493.aspx). The Galapagos Isands and are an excellent year round destination... - August 23, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Resort Maps is the Best Way to Get Visitors & Local Business to Connect

Resort Maps, publishers of the Best of Asheville map, helps people experience Asheville in a unique, fun way that's been highly successful. - August 23, 2007 - Resort Maps of Asheville

Dudur Launches Personal Care Line with Natural Marine Ingredients

Dudur Skin Care products set to revolutionize personal care industry with its marine slimming, relaxing, moisturizing baths, shower lotions, body scrubs, creams, lotions and body oils. - August 23, 2007 - Dudur Skin Care

Your Vacation Escape Offers Deluxe Vacation to All Internet Users Who Wish to Participate

All internet users accessing www.yourvacationescape.net/pvg.html can take part in a limited time promotion that includes deluxe hotel accommodations. - August 23, 2007 - Free Vacation Incentives

Pathmark Stores Inc. Joins Long List of IDS Menus Clients

IDS Menus™, a division of International Display Systems, Inc., announced that Pathmark Stores Inc. has chosen them to produce S-Series menu boards and a variety of P.O.P signage for use at their Kinnelon, New Jersey location. Pathmark Stores Inc., established in 1968 and headquartered in... - August 23, 2007 - IDS Menus

Celebrate Life's Milestones 165m Atop the Singapore Skies

An inspirational and unique flavour to private and corporate events is now possible inside each capsule of the Singapore Flyer, Asia’s most iconic giant observation wheel. Guests will be treated to an exhilarating top-of-the-world experience. With the mesmerizing landscape of Singapore as a... - August 23, 2007 - Singapore Flyer Pte Ltd

SegwayGuidedTours.com Online Directory Reaches 200 Tours Milestone

8,000+ monthly website visitors search for guided tours featuring the Segway® PT. The Segway PT has transformed guided tours in popular tourist destinations and historical cities because they allow tourists to cover much more territory than a walking tour. Many participants enjoy it so much that they inquire about similar tours in other locations. SegwayGuidedTours.com serves as a resource to find those other tours. - August 20, 2007 - The JBI Company, Inc.

ItalyTravelNotes.com Focusing on India

Italy Travel Notes, the blog written by travellers to Italy for the use of people who are headed there for the first time or are just planning their trip there, has officially announced that it is turning it attention to the Indian market. - August 18, 2007 - Intellecta Srl

Nude Geezers Weenie Roast Launches Funny Calendar

Thirteen men over sixty in Madrid, New Mexico, have bared all to expose the truth about this former old west ghost town turned hippie haven. They insist that the setting for Disney's movie, Wild Hogs, is neither cute nor bland. Their calendar debuts on September 1 with a free Nude Geezer Weenie Roast and signing party. The men are a veteran fighter pilot, a cowboy, a doctor, a retired stock exchange floor trader, a lawyer, a miner, a biological consultant, an impresario, an engineer and others. - August 17, 2007 - Geezers-Illustrated

Tourism Group Partnering with AAA to Attract Visitors to North Carolina

NorthEast Tourism Members Blitz Travel Offices - August 17, 2007 - Northeast Development Commission

New Gay & Lesbian Escorted Tours of Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, San Francisco & Las Vegas

Based in West Hollywood CA, Rainbow Tours (formerly “Amerigay Tours”) is the first and only inbound tour operator company in California serving the gay and lesbian community exclusively. The company offers escorted tours of Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego, San Francisco, Las Vegas... - August 17, 2007 - Rainbow Tours - Gay & Lesbian tours of California & Vegas

London Hotels Gear Up for Notting Hill Carnival Season

Street party enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice in August with UK’s largest Caribbean Festival, the Notting Hill Carnival taking place on the 25th & 26th August, 2007. And, the London hotels are gearing up for a windfall of visitors. - August 17, 2007 - British Hotel Reservation Centre

Seven Tips for Feeling Fit on the Road

Whether on the road for business or pleasure, today’s travelers face obstacles at every turn from traffic snarls to delayed flights and long airport lines. When the hassle of travel leaves you stressed, try these simple tips from Historic Hotels of America to keep you energized, rejuvenated... - August 16, 2007 - Historic Hotels of America

Memorable Meetings at Historic Hotels of America

Members of Historic Hotels of America have played host to every type of event—from meetings that have forever influenced national and world events to intimate weddings and family reunions. For a meeting that stands out from the crowd, consider these creative ideas from Historic Hotels of America. - August 16, 2007 - Historic Hotels of America

Online Community Allows Regional Items to be Shipped to Members Worldwide

DeliverThat, an online community helps expats, students, and travellers get items from their home country that they are unable to get within the country which they currently reside. - August 15, 2007 - DeliverThat

Conservative Party Rwanda Social Action Project Boosts Volunteer Travel

Fresh from volunteering on social action projects in Rwanda with David Cameron and the Conservative Party, trip organisers Different Travel highlight the benefits of short-term volunteering and voluntourism. - August 13, 2007 - Different Travel

eYacht Charter Launched a Full Service, Global Yacht Charter Directory and Travel Guide Forum, eYachtCharter.com

eYacht Charter.com offers 24 hour international researching, booking, and provisioning vacation and event planning services. The company’s business plan is to couple Luxury Yachting with industry news. - August 13, 2007 - eYacht Charter.com

Luxury Travel in Chile: Celebrated Hotels in Patagonia and the Atacama Desert

Intelligent Leisure Solutions Offers Luxury Travel Expeditions in Chile to Remote Locations in Patagonia and the Atacama Desert - August 12, 2007 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions

Steppes Travel Announces the August Edition of Their “On Location” Series, a Selection of Travelogues from Exotic Destinations

The August edition of the “On Location” series includes reports on topics such as India holidays and Argentina holidays, as well as having reports from Chile, Australia, Botswana, Mongolia, North Korea and Peru. - August 12, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel (www.steppestravel.co.uk) Announces Release of “On Location” Argentina and Chile Travelogue for August 2007

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces release of “On Location” from Argentina and Chile, a travelogue detailing Steppes Travel consultant Emma Byrne‘s recent journey to both countries: http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/argentina-and-chile-page2541.aspx Emma,... - August 12, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel Announces New Country Director for East Team

Steppes Travel (www.steppestravel.co.uk) today announced that Clare Burkey has joined its East team as a Country Director. - August 12, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Steppes Travel Holiday to Benin Featured in the Sunday Times.

Steppes Travel holiday to Benin featured in The Sunday Times in an article written by Dr Nick Middleton the pre-eminent geographer and presenter of Going to Extremes. - August 12, 2007 - Steppes Travel

Donate to Victims of Crime Without Having to Spend an Extra Dime

How often are you approached for a donation for a worthy cause? There are so many organizations deserving of our attention. However, with a variety of respectable choices and limited funds, how do you choose which one to help? What if you could donate to help without spending an extra dime? What if you could help victims of violent crime by doing something you do on a regular basis? - August 11, 2007 - Executive Defense Technology,LLC

VideoTravelGuides.net Announces New Social Search Engine for Brazil Travelers

VideoTravelGuides.net (http://www.VideoTravelGuides.net) announces the launch of a new Search Engine specifically for travels to Brazil. The new Search Engine, appropriately named 'Travel Brazil, is based on Swicki Technology and can be found at: htp://Travel-Brazil-swicki.eurekster.com. Swickis... - August 10, 2007 - VideoTravelGuides.net

Intelligent Leisure Solutions Launches New Website Design and Format

Internet-Based Travel Solutions Company, Intelligent Leisure Solutions, Updates the Design and Format of their Website to Make Luxury Travel Planning on the Internet More Efficient and Personal - August 10, 2007 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions

2008 Beijing Summer Games Just One Year Away - Guaranteed Olympic Travel Packages Available for All Events from Roadtrips

With the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing just one year away, there has been tremendous interest in travel to China for this once-in-a-lifetime event. Roadtrips Inc., an international sporting and special event travel company based out of Winnipeg, Canada, is offering a variety of travel packages to... - August 10, 2007 - Roadtrips Inc

Program Launched to Help Boost Tourism Revenue in North Carolina’s Northeastern Counties

Northeast Commission Plans “Hub and Spoke” Routes to Attract Visitors to Northeastern North Carolina. - August 09, 2007 - Northeast Development Commission

Seeaarch.com Launches New Free Driving Directions Comparison Service in August

Seeaarch.com launches a new service to provide free driving directions comparison. This free driving directions comparison service allows internet users to compare all major internet map providers' driving directions in one web page, side by side, with one click. - August 09, 2007 - Seeaarch

Steppes Travel Announces Its Christmas Special Offers for 2007

Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) is pleased to announce its Christmas Special Offers for 2007. Steppes Travel is pleased to announce that not only are they able to offer Economy Class Virgin flights from Heathrow to Mauritius but also this Christmas they are offering free flights... - August 09, 2007 - Steppes Travel

S.D. Professionals, LLC Debuts Video Production Expertise at the New Randy Parton Theater