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Spa Industry Unites to Help Those In Need
SpaCare, Charitable Organized Giving announced today that its Hearts for a Cure Cruise will take place September 9th, 2007, immediately following the Spa and Resort/Medical Spa Expo and Conference, aboard the SS Temptress in New York, NY. Jointly supported by the Day Spa Association and the... - June 30, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
STA Travel and VisaHQ.com Announce Exclusive Visa Services Partnership
STA Travel, Inc. and VisaHQ.com, Inc. announce a new partnership, which makes VisaHQ.com the exclusive visa services provider for STA Travel. The new service becomes available today at http://statravel.visaheadquarters.com/visas.php. - June 29, 2007 - VisaHQ.com
Epoque Hotels: Conclusions and Expectations After the Milan Event
The collection of boutique hotels talks about its first Press Conference and Cocktail Reception in Europe. - June 29, 2007 - Epoque Hotels
Global Resorts Network Announces Availability in July for the Grande Villas in World Golf Village, Florida
Global Resorts Network, a leading provider of vacation club memberships, today announced the availability of Grande Villas in World Golf Village, Florida in July at the ultra low price of $298 for the entire week. - June 29, 2007 - Phil McCollum
GPS with Multimedia Functions
New NavAccess MX100 Combines GPS with Popular Entertainment. Functions Including Movies, Music, Photo and Ebook Viewing - June 28, 2007 - Access Technology Company
Panama Association of Hotels Hires FreemanGroup
Leading hospitality quality specialists sign landmark contract with APATEL - June 28, 2007 - FreemanGroup
Divineisland Books Announces the Release of I Might As Well Be Naked: How to Survive Airport Screening With Your Clothes On
369 Tips to save air travelers time, money and reduce stress. - June 28, 2007 - Divineisland Books LLC
TravelGoIndia Launches New Advanced Search Engine for Best Results
www.travelgoindia.com launches new advanced search facility that helps customers search for hotels from 9 popular Travel sites all at once. It is an advanced and more powerful hotel booking engine that not only helps one search for hotels in India but “use new analyzer to narrow search... - June 28, 2007 - TravelGoIndia
Global Resorts Netwok, An Alternative to Summer School and Timeshares
College professor and businessman finds a much better alternative to summer than either teaching summer school or visiting timeshares. This smart business both puts money in your pocket as well as helps to keep the money in your pocket. - June 27, 2007 - Global Resorts Network, Clifton Quinn
New Travel Information Forum for Cosmopolitan Travelers from Travel Lifestylist Susan Michelle
Website provides online gathering place and information exchange for web-dependent, fashion-forward "impoverished jetsetters." - June 27, 2007 - Susan Michelle's Compass
New Professional Errand Running Service
In today’s world dual working parents are the norm rather than the exception. In the past this has meant the family has had to sacrifice hot meals, clean laundry and relaxed family time in the name of more work time, rushing to soccer practice, dance lessons and basketball. They hurry home... - June 26, 2007 - Squared Away Errand Solutions
Global Resorts Network Announces Expanded Availability of Luxury Accommodations in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Global Resorts Network, a leading provider of vacation club memberships, today announced expanded availability of luxury accommodations in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico at the ultra low price of $298 for the entire week. - June 26, 2007 - Phil McCollum
New Medical Horizons Inc. Reverses Tourism Trend with USA Luxury Health Travel
New Medical Horizons Inc. crosses new milestones in medical tourism with the unprecedented success of it’s ‘Visit USA’ luxury medical and health travel and relaxation tour package. - June 25, 2007 - New Medical Horizons Inc.
AboutSpainTravel.com Launches New Casual Guide to Spain
AboutSpainTravel.com, a travel website about Spain, has been redone with a new focus – being a fun way to learn 'about Spain travel'. Taking a balanced, detached look at Spain travel, AboutSpainTravel.com makes a worthy visit for travelers interested in one of the world's most visited... - June 25, 2007 - AboutSpainTravel.com
Golden Arrow Announces Romance Package Add-on
The Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort providing “Romance Package Add On” with their Deluxe Rooms, Guest Rooms, Specialty Rooms, Suites & Fireplace Rooms for couples and singles to add a little romance to their stay. - June 25, 2007 - Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort
VisaHQ.com and Amadeus Announce Visa and Passport Services Partnership
VisaHQ.com and Amadeus signed a partnership deal that would allow thousands of Amadeus travel professionals to add visa and passport services to their portfolio. The new service becomes available today. Amadeus is adding an affiliate link to its travel agency booking platform, AgentNet, that will... - June 22, 2007 - VisaHQ.com
Holland America Cruise Lines to Visit Savannah on May 6
Holland America Cruise Lines will make their first voyage to Savannah Harbor Sunday, May 6, with more than 1,000 passengers aboard the ms Maasdam. The ship will dock at Ocean Terminals 1 & 2 from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m., for a one-day excursion in Savannah before continuing the 15-day cruise to... - June 22, 2007 - Savannah Convention & Visitors Bureau
Taking the TEFL Short Course to the Next Level
i-to-i Launches Specialist Certificate in Teaching Planning and Practice - June 22, 2007 - i-to-i
Checkers® and Rally’s® Restaurants Staying Up Late
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest double drive-thru restaurant chain, extends its hours to midnight or later at most participating Checkers and Rally's restaurants nationwide. - June 21, 2007 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
i-to-i Launches Film Course in Cape Town - Lights, Camera, Action
Leading meaningful travel provider i-to-i is offering aspiring Attenboroughs the opportunity to kick start their careers with the launch of a new film course in the vibrant South African city of Cape Town. In a city boasting stunning settings and diverse cultures, this hands-on course offers a... - June 21, 2007 - i-to-i
Emma Bird and Mario Berri, Directors of HowToItaly, Are Traveling to the US in August 2007
Emma Bird and Mario Berri, directors of HowToItaly, are traveling to the U.S. in August 2007, to book consultations face-to-face as well as direct a one day workshop in various cities. HowToItaly is a dynamic specialist company focusing on helping expats of all ages to create their dream life in... - June 21, 2007 - HowtoItaly
Steppes Travel Publishes New Sample Antarctic Cruise Itineraries
Steppes Travel has published new sample itineraries for people looking to take an Antarctic cruise holiday. - June 21, 2007 - Steppes Travel
OzoneCard Launches Free Service to Plug Hotel Room Sales Shortfalls
OzoneCard Australia launches service to allow hotel and motel owners to trade their empty, last-minute rooms for advertising on the radio and television as well as in newspapers, billboards, fax-broadcast and other services. - June 20, 2007 - OzoneCard Australia
IndiaTravelInsights.org Announces Its First Series of Interviews on Indian Travel and Tourism
New web site, IndiaTravelInsights.org, features candid interviews with leading experts regarding trends and issues affecting Indian travel and tourism. - June 20, 2007 - IndiaTravelInsights.org
The Lugggage Club Sees a a Trend Starting in the Travel Industry
There is a growing trend in the travel world today to ship your baggage and goods ahead when traveling. - June 20, 2007 - The Luggage Club
Joomla-Vertical Launches a Professional Web and Intranet Application for Boat Dealers and Brokers
Joomla Boat Dealer/Broker is a customized solution for the brokers and dealers of the yachting industry. It allows to promote inventory and brand through a high-end content management system and custom modules. Boat Dealers & Brokers can maintain their boat inventory on line. They can manage... - June 20, 2007 - Joomla-Vertical
China Wine Tours Creates a Unique Travel Experience
“Taste the Culture of 5,000 Years” --China Wine Tours is the first travel organization in the United States with a focus on this exciting new way to visit China. Travelers are introduced to the history and culture of China and to what promises to be more than just the ‘talk of the... - June 20, 2007 - China Wine Tours
WiZZ Travel Articles: Help Your Fellow Tourists and Travelers
The WiZZ.to Travel Guide ( http://wizz.to ) is a project to create an online travel guide for the whole world, with all information provided by local organizations. Now anybody with an interest in tourism and travel can submit a travel article and help their fellow travelers or tourists prepare their next trip or holiday. - June 20, 2007 - WorldWide WiZZard Pty Ltd
The Landmark London Launches New Spa
Opened in June 2007, The Spa and Health Club at the five-star deluxe Landmark London hotel is set to become one of the leading destination spas in the Capital. Following a £2 million spend, the exclusive spa offers a contemporary and luxurious environment in which to relax and be pampered. ... - June 20, 2007 - Landmark
Steppes Travel Publishes New Sample Itineraries for India Holidays
Steppes Travel has published new sample itineraries for people looking to take a holiday in India. - June 19, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Steppes Travel Publishes New Sample South Africa Safari Itineraries
Steppes Travel has published new sample itineraries for people looking to take a holiday to South Africa. - June 19, 2007 - Steppes Travel
The Mayas Are Coming to the Windy City
Chicago’s IMAX Theater at Navy Pier to host "Mystery of the Mayas" from June 18 to 24 - June 19, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board
Road Trip Adventure Receives Help Attaining Its Goal
As the newest gold level sponsor, Metal Tech has committed their help and resources to making the last great road trip adventure to the Arctic Circle possible. Metal Tech is assisting the team by adding a new suspension, bull bar and winch to the adventures' 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. - June 19, 2007 - Last Great Road Trip
China - Culture, Food, History and... Wine? China Set to Rival the Wine Greats
In order to whet your whistle and your appetite, Passport to China, an ingoing China travel specialist, introduces travelers to the tastes and sights of China. You might think you know China – the long history, the diverse people and cultures, the wide range of cuisines, the breathtaking... - June 17, 2007 - Passport to China
Global Resorts Network Product Enhancement
Global Resorts Network, a leading provider of luxury vacation club memberships, today announced enhanced membership benefits. - June 17, 2007 - Phil McCollum
American Morgan Horse Association and YTB Travel Launch Discount Travel Service to Benefit the Morgan Horse
The American Morgan Horse Association has aligned with the YTB Travel Network, forming an internet-based discount travel service that gives a percentage of the booking fees to the AMHA. The site, www.morganhorsetravel.com, works like similar discount travel websites, allowing individuals and groups... - June 17, 2007 - The American Morgan Horse Association
More Options for Icelandair Frequent Flyers with Points.com
Icelandair has teamed up with Points.com to offer members of its Saga Club more ways of using their Award Points. - June 16, 2007 - Icelandair
“How to Conquer Belgrade”, a New Travel Guide to Belgrade, the Capital of Serbia, Now Available for Sale in the UK
“How to Conquer Belgrade”, a New Travel Guide to Belgrade published by Perollo Company, Now Available for Sale in the UK - June 16, 2007 - Perollo
Pint-Sized Professionals: Kids Turn Work into Play at Historic Hotels of America®
This summer, turn your family vacation into an experience that your kids will treasure for a lifetime. Select members of Historic Hotels of America allow kids to be a part of the action, from greeting guests as an honorary doorman and parading as a Duckmaster to creating culinary delights for the whole family and working as a resort naturalist. - June 15, 2007 - Historic Hotels of America
Steppes Travel Announces Availability of Two New Luxury Villas in Tuscany
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces the availability of two new luxury private villas in Tuscany, http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/tuscany-page2362.aspx. The two new villas, I Ciabattini and Il Cerro, are both situated near Borgo San Lorenzo to the northeast of Florence. I... - June 15, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Cruise Agents Gain Knowledge from Major Cruise Industry Executives
Eileen and Joel Tener travel to Cruise Planners’ Convention in Orlando, Florida - June 15, 2007 - Cruise And Vacation Paradise (a Cruise Planners/American Express franchise), Eileen Tener
Steppes Travel Announces Availability of New Luxury Villas in Brazil
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) announces availability of new luxury private villas in Brazil. http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/brazil-page2407.aspx. Steppes Travel has three villas available to rent: Cotton Island, Ponta do Tangua and Starfish Island. Cotton... - June 14, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Steppes Travel Announces New Escorted Tour - The Chinese Silk Road
Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has announced a new Escorted Tour to the Chinese Silk Road. (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/the-chinese-silk-road-with-peter-mackinnon-page1077.aspx) The new tour is designed to take in the rural and majestic mountainous countryside of Kyrghyzstan... - June 14, 2007 - Steppes Travel
The Top Seven Myths About Vacationing at Nudist Resorts
Vacationing at nudist resorts is the fastest growing segment of the travel industry. It is a booming niche market with over $400 million in annual revenues. A recent Roper poll showed 25% of American adults have gone skinny dipping. Maybe it is time you should too. Make your next vacation a fun one, go as bare as you dare. - June 13, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
GSA Releases HERE 2 THERE Dynamic Wayfinding and Directory Solutions
GSA, the world wide distributor of Internet Kiosks, launches HERE2THERE wayfinding and directory kiosks, targeting industries like Hospitals, Airports, Large Commercial Buildings, Casinos, Golf Courses, etc. HERE2THERE shows the visitors where they currently are and prompts them for the destination they are seeking, generating directions on the fly. - June 13, 2007 - Global Software Applications
Cruise Holidays of Vancouver Moves to Kerrisdale Store-Front Location
After six years situated in the heart of Kitsilano, Cruise Holidays of Vancouver expands to larger, store-front location in Kerrisdale. - June 13, 2007 - Cruise Holidays of Vancouver
Steppes Travel Announces New Escorted Tours
The new Escorted Tours destinations include a ‘Beauty Contest in the Desert’, ‘Pyramids, Temples and People’ in Sudan, ‘Music Festival in Timbuktu’, ‘Arabia Felix’ visiting one of the most authentic and welcoming of Arabian stats, Yemen. - June 13, 2007 - Steppes Travel
Eco Fund Launched to Protect the Great White Shark-GuadalupeFund.Org
Unique and timely non profit eco fund launched by unlikely coalition of shark reserachers, eco tour operators and vessel owner/operators. Fund leverages scuba interests to provide hard dollars for research and ongoing white shark protections/education at famed white shark dive site Isla Guadalupe, Mexico. - June 11, 2007 - Shark Diver
Mexico Expands Its Commitment to Sustainable Tourism
Linking Livelihoods and Sustainable Tourism to Promote Conservation and Expand Rural Incomes - June 11, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board
A Father's Day Story About a Father and Son's Road Trip Adventure
The last great road trip father and son team talks with NPR affiliate KFSK out of Petersburg Alaska. The team talks about the idea behind the road trip adventure to the Arctic Circle and their message of celebrating diversity. The team explains why this adventure is about their time together on... - June 11, 2007 - Last Great Road Trip