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Annie of HaveWindWillTravel.com Quit Her Job as an Attorney to Sail, Wants to Help Others Live Her Dream
Annie was a lawyer and quit her job to sail. She most recently crossed the Atlantic, but has many cruising trips planned this fall / winter including to Cuba. What is different about Have Wind Will Travel as a vlog / blog is that Annie tells the ups, downs, and everything in between. The upcoming season of videos is focused on how to get out there and live this lifestyle. - September 14, 2016 - HaveWindWillTravel.com
Sanctum Inle Resort Myanmar Celebrates Pagoda Festival
Luxurious resort unveils new package to mark Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival on Inle Lake - September 13, 2016 - Sanctum Inle Resort
Heine Brothers’ Coffee Deploys Gusto® Point-of-Sale
Gusto®, a nationwide leader in restaurant management technology, announces its successful point–of-sale rollout to Heine Brothers’ Coffee. Known for its organic coffee and commitment to fair trade, Heine Brothers’ Coffee operates thirteen locations throughout the Louisville,... - September 08, 2016 - Gusto
Doreen Colburn Honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Doreen Colburn of Idaho Springs, Colorado has been honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of travel. About Doreen Colburn Ms. Colburn is a Travel Consultant at Allegro... - September 08, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Introducing “Korea Rural Tourism Supporters," Seekers of Korea Rural Adventures
The “Korea Rural Tourism Supporters (KRTS)” program was launched as a part of the business project conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and public institution “Korea Rural Community Corporation” in order to promote Korea's agritourism to foreigners. - September 02, 2016 - Korea Tourism Organization
Cabissimo.com, the First Exclusive Online Price Comparison Engine for Airports Transfers
Cabissimo.com is the first online price comparison engine for airports transfers. Its main objective is to bring together all the major and worldwide agencies in a single portal, offering the end user a unique experience comparison service of prices and time-saving search. - September 02, 2016 - Cabissimo
HotelsPro Appointed New Managing Director
HotelsPro, a technology and reservation solutions provider for travel industry professionals and a brand of the world's leading travel and accommodation supplier MetGlobal Group of Companies, appointed a New Managing Director. Assigned in senior finance executive roles at the leading companies of... - September 01, 2016 - HotelsPro
Larger Than Life Bouquet for Model Xenia Deli
62-Years Old Egyptian Millionaire Ossama Fathi Rabah Al-Sharif Surprises His Newly Wedded Wife and Sport Illustrated Beauty Xenia Deli with a Larger Than Life Bouquet of Pink Flowers by Square Root Designs. - August 31, 2016 - Square Root Designs
Azerbaijan’s Capital Baku Among World’s Most Friendly and Liveable
Baku added to the Top 10 of world’s most liveable cities. - August 31, 2016 - Azerbaijan
Krieghoff Shooters Bring Home Silver and Bronze Medals from Olympics in Rio
Krieghoff celebrated a record number of shooters to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, earning the first Olympic Medals for the brand since Donald Haldeman’s Gold Medal in 1976 in Montréal. Marcus Svensson (SWE) won the Silver Medal in Men’s Skeet. Corey Cogdell-Unrein won the Bronze Medal in Women’s Trap. This was the second Olympic medal for Corey (USA). - August 29, 2016 - Krieghoff International
Award-Winning Television Series "The Wildlife Docs" Returns for Its Fourth Season on ABC
Natural 9 Entertainment Produced Family Program Sets Off on New Adventures at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay® and Beyond - August 26, 2016 - Viardo Artists
Caption Hospitality Completes Integrations with eRevMax
Interface to assist independent properties with seamless online booking connectivity. - August 26, 2016 - eRevMax Inc.
Azerbaijan: Arab’s Hot Spot Destination of 2016
With 30 times increase of visitors from UAE and GCC. - August 24, 2016 - Azerbaijan
RemoteLock 5i WiFi Smart Lock for Rentals, Home and Office Access Management
RemoteLock is the Smartest Lock on the Block. LockState, a leader in internet-connected access control, has recently released RemoteLock 5i, a WiFi controlled smart lock available in deadbolt or lever options. The keypad door lock is the perfect solution for Airbnb and vacation rental properties, multi-family and residential properties, or office buildings. - August 23, 2016 - LockState
Hospitality Qatar 2016, Partnered with CrowdReviews.com, Announces Multi-Tiered Growth Fueling Opportunities in Qatar’s Hotel, Restaurant, and Café Industry
Fourteen companies join Hospitality Qatar 2016 as sponsors with eye on tapping market wave. - August 23, 2016 - topseos.com
Equiant Names Neithard Foley as VP of Operations
New position comes in wake of explosive growth for loan servicer. - August 22, 2016 - Equiant
PADI IDC Gili Islands Has 3 in the House Course Directors
PADI IDC Gili Islands has 3 in the house course directors who will help you during the PADI Instructor Training Course. - August 21, 2016 - Oceans 5 Dive Gili Air
Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives Achieves Travelife Gold Certification
Coco Bodu Hithi is delighted to announce the achievement of the prestigious Travelife Gold certification. In line with one of the core values of Coco Collection, Coco Bodu Hithi shares a sustainable outlook by supporting the fragile environment and the local community. Travelife is an international... - August 20, 2016 - Coco Collection Resorts : Hotels : Retreats
Flight Cap Launches Kickstarter Project
Creating a smarter and more connected traveler. - August 19, 2016 - Flight Cap Inc.
Zyppys Introduces Premium & Affordable Car Rental Services from Bangalore to Mysore
A very popular car rental service company, Zyppys is introducing premium cars on hire from Bangalore to Mysore. The service will allow people to rent from Economy to luxurious cars at affordable prices for their travel needs. Zyppys is one of the most popular intercity car rental service provider... - August 19, 2016 - Zyppys
10th Annual Scottsdale College Fair
On October 22nd, 2016 from 1:00-3:00pm, The Scottsdale College Fair Foundation will bring 100+ colleges and universities from around the world to Desert Mountain High School. The Scottsdale College Fair gives students and parents the chance to converse with college representatives and gather additional information on admissions and financial aid. Info on their scholarship program will also be at the fair. Free to the public to attend. scottsdalecf.com - August 18, 2016 - Scottdale College Fair
San Ignacio Resort Hotel in Belize Celebrates 40 Years of Family Hospitality
San Ignacio Resort Hotel is celebrating its 40th anniversary and to commemorate the event, the hotel will launch several activities highlighting and celebrating its importance as a pioneer in the Belize hospitality industry. - August 18, 2016 - San Ignacio Resort Hotel
Arc Effect Launches “Savior” Campaign on Kickstarter
Support the World's First Durable, Waterproof, Compete Solar Charging System for the Outdoor Enthusiast from Now Through September 16. - August 18, 2016 - Arc Effect
Travellanda Partner with XML Travelgate
Travellanda, leading B2B Accommodation Wholesaler, and XML Travelgate, specialists in XML integration to the travel industry, today announced a technology partnership and integration to further enhance the distribution of over 200,000 hotels worldwide. - August 18, 2016 - Travellanda
National Corporate Housing Earns Highest Average Score on 2016 Trippel® Relocating Employee Survey
National Corporate Housing, a global multi-brand corporate housing company and leader in the furnished temporary housing industry, is pleased to announce they have received the highest average score on the 22nd annual Nationwide Relocating Employee Survey©, by Trippel Survey & Research,... - August 17, 2016 - National Corporate Housing
Atlanta Artist Corey Barksdale Selected as Muralist for Dr. King Monument Project Funded by Georgia Tourism Product Development Grant
Dublin Downtown Development Authority and Visit Dublin GA announced today that Corey Barksdale, a nationally recognized Georgia artist, has been selected as the muralist for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - August 16, 2016 - Corey Barksdale
Taste of Japan at Los Angeles Times The Taste
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will be co-hosting “Japan Pavillion” with JNTO (Japan National Trade Org) at LA Times’ The Taste. At The Taste, JETRO will host a booth with different types of ramen from LA local restaurants and showcase various traditional ingredients in it. - August 15, 2016 - Japan External Trade Organization
Luxury Italian Hotel Strongly Recommends RateTiger as the Best Channel Manager
Grand Hotel Angiolieri maximizes online revenue with eRevMax - August 12, 2016 - eRevMax Inc.
This Summer, Folli Follie Takes You on a Unique Experience Through Its Digital Contest, "Travel the Fashionista Way"
Folli Follie, the international lifestyle fashion brand presents Travel the Fashionista Way, an exciting summer contest for all style lovers from across the globe. Two lucky participants will have the opportunity to travel to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos for 4 days and live a luxury lifestyle... - August 11, 2016 - Folli Follie
Restaurant Elia of Cactus Royal Resort & Spa is Awarded by the "Qality Label of Cretan Cuisine"
The Elia restaurant of Cactus Royal is awarded the "Quality Label of Cretan Cuisine" award. - August 11, 2016 - Cactus Royal Resort & Spa
Gessell from "Gessell + Lee: Family Travel Blog" Releases a Travel Guide to Amsterdam for Families
Traveling doesn’t have to stop when a couple has children. However, guides rarely are geared towards couples with children. Family Friendly Amsterdam takes us on a tour of the city, with our children, as we enjoy the city. This is the first in a series of travel guides to be produced from the creators of "Gessell + Lee: a Family Travel Blog." - August 11, 2016 - Gessell + Lee
Equiant’s Credit Card Processing Again Certified at Highest Level
Only Timeshare Loan Servicer to Achieve PCI Level 1 Certification - August 09, 2016 - Equiant
800 lb. White Sturgeon Caught on Fraser River, Canada
2 charter guests got the fish of a lifetime on August 5th, 2016 in pursuit of Fraser river Sturgeon. The giant Sturgeon measured 11 feet 3 inches measured nose to fork of the tail. This Sturgeon river monster was caught right in Mission, British Columbia, Canada which claims itself to be the Sturgeon capital of North America. The massive 110 yr. old White Sturgeon was promptly released after a few pics as per regulations. - August 08, 2016 - Silversides Fishing Adventures
Bacall Associates Travel Big in Borneo: Experience Travel Group Launches Brand New Holidays
Bespoke travel experts Experience Travel Group are excited to launch their first programme of holidays to the beautiful island of Borneo. - August 06, 2016 - Bacall Associates Travel
Mykonos Prestige Introduces Private Beach Tours for Travellers
The superior airport and holiday transfers service, Mykonos Prestige Transfers brings private beach tours with luxury transport, beverages and more. - August 06, 2016 - Mykonos Prestige Transfers
Vaidam Health Helps a Paralyzed Young Nigerian Woman to Get on Her Feet Again
In July 2016, Vaidam Health, a medical travel assistant company in India, helped a young paralyzed woman from Nigeria regain her life. She was operated for Spine Tumor in India and recovered miraculously very fast. Its the story about her experience and similar such patients who are assisted by Vaidam Health. - August 05, 2016 - Vaidam Health Pvt Ltd
New Travel and Documentary Model Launched
Neverending Light Productions (NEL) just announced a brand new style of documentaries called the 4 change model. This style of filmmaking is a self financed model, much like crowd funding. However, it's far more complete. Essentially, patrons of a certain discipline or study, like Yoga (www.yoga4change.co) take an experiential knowledge tour while some become protagonists of a new documentary on Yoga. Through their eyes, we see an amazing new world. - August 03, 2016 - Neverending Light Productions
Myanmar's Sanctum Inle Resort to Celebrate October Grand Opening
Sanctum Inle Resort, the first upscale hotel to come online at Inle Lake, one of Myanmar's most compelling destinations. - August 03, 2016 - Sanctum Inle Resort
Global Connections Celebrates Twentieth Anniversary
Global Connections Inc. (GCI), a pioneer in the travel club industry is celebrating its twentieth anniversary. In addition to its core business as the travel club fulfillment and service provider of Global Discovery Vacations, GCI develops and manages resorts and vacation condominium properties. - August 02, 2016 - Global Connections, Inc.
Global Connections Names Nancy Russ to General Manager of Sea Shells Beach Club
Global Connections Inc. (GCI) has named long term team member Nancy Russ to the position of General Manager of its award winning Sea Shells Beach Club in Daytona Beach, Florida. Nancy who has been with GCI for nine years has learned the ropes from the ground floor up. Beginning as a booking agent,... - August 02, 2016 - Global Connections, Inc.
Global Connections, Inc. Launches “Coolest Customer” Contest
Just when Summer is heating up and thoughts turn to vacations and relaxing, travel industry leader Global Connections, Inc. (GCI), has launched a “Coolest Customer” contest. Global Connections is giving Global Discovery Vacations (GDV) members a chance to win a remote control cooler. - August 02, 2016 - Global Connections, Inc.
Back-to-School Shopping in Style with NorthPark Center and The Fairmont Dallas
Savvy shoppers are invited to experience a fashionable back-to-school getaway at The Fairmont Dallas just in time for Texas’ Tax Free Weekend, which takes place August 5-7, 2016. Shop at Dallas’ premier shopping destination, NorthPark Center, with over 230 unique retailers, restaurants... - August 01, 2016 - The Fairmont Dallas
Daytona Beach, Florida Makes the List for Top Vacation Short Term Rentals
Daytona Beach Receives High Ratings from Travelers Vacationing in Florida. - August 01, 2016 - Bahama House Hotel
Service Tracking Systems Inc. Completes 20 Years
As Service Tracking Systems Inc. (STS Inc.) sears past its 20-year landmark this 30th of July, it continues to stay focused on adding more diverse and advanced applications to its product line. With a combined experience of more than 350 years and accompanied by a deep understanding of the game-changing potential of today’s technology, STS Inc. has managed to lead the global parking and hospitality industry with innovative and effective solutions. - July 30, 2016 - Service Tracking Systems
Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, a Manhattan Kosher Restaurant in NYC, Announces They Will Offer Nine Days Menu Prior to the Jewish Fast Day of Tisha B'Av
Talia's Steakhouse & Bar's announcement of its upcoming Nine Days menu. The NYC kosher restaurant will offer a unique Nine Days menu, which includes various types of fish, pasta & vegetarian dishes. - July 30, 2016 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
Something’s New at Vue, Vue on 30a Announces Launch of Updated, User-Friendly Website
Vue on 30a, the premier spot for gulf front fine dining along 30A, announced the launch of its brand new website. The website, www.vueon30a.com features a modern design, easy navigation and helpful resources for guests and those planning weddings and events. - July 29, 2016 - Vue on 30a
Orders & Medals Society of America is Coming to Pittsburgh
The annual convention of the Orders & Medals Society of America is coming to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in about five weeks time. Commonly known as OMSA, members of the numismatic/ faleristic specialty group collect, research and preserve award medals of all kinds, military and civilian,... - July 28, 2016 - Orders & Medals Society of America
Lotus Trips Tour Company Launches Eight-Day Guided Bali Bliss Tours for Women
Unique and sustainable eight-day escorted tour designed for women uncovers Bali beyond Eat Pray Love fame. Maximum of eight women per tour. Available for booking now. - July 28, 2016 - Lotus Trips Tour Company
Kevin Kane of the Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau Welcomes Elvis Week 2016
Head of the Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau Kevin Kane discusses the events of Elvis Week and its impact on Memphis Tourism. - July 28, 2016 - Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau
Maharaja Express: Travel Like a King with a King for 7 Nights
IRCTC has taken an initiative of inviting the royal families to travel in the Maharaja Express alongwith the people to have a journey with them. The travel season starting from October will fascinate a lot of passengers. - July 28, 2016 - Holiday Birds