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Clairvoyix to Present at the Inaugural ILHA Fast Forward 2020 Conference
Clairvoyix, the hospitality industry's leading marketing automation company, will sponsor and present at the “Online and Social Media Marketing – What’s Working?” session. - August 22, 2014 - International Luxury Hotel Association
India’s First Travel Search & Planning App on Windows Phone Store
ixigo launches Windows Phone app for Indian travelers. - August 22, 2014 - ixigo
San Diego Segway Tours by Wheel Fun Rentals Offers Discount to End the Summer Season
To celebrate the end of a wonderful summer season and the start of a new school year, San Diego Segway Tours by Wheel Fun Rentals is offering a 50 percent off coupon to anyone who “likes” their Facebook page and redeems the Facebook-exclusive coupon code before school starts. Tours may... - August 20, 2014 - Wheel Fun Rentals
National Timeshare Owners Association Proudly Welcomes Weholi to Trusted Affiliates
Swiss-based vacation marketplace expands reach into North America. - August 20, 2014 - National Timeshare Owners Association
Ride with Pro Cycling Champion Sean Kelly
Cycle alongside the legendary Sean Kelly, nicknamed "the hard man of cycling," on a SpiceRoads Cycle Tour from Bangkok to Phuket in February 2015. - August 19, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Labor Day Weekend Adventure in VenturaCountyWest
Labor Day weekend means a last chance for a summer getaway. Where to go? For those who love music, cars and good food, Labor Day weekend in VenturaCountyWest is the place to be. “It’s still hot inland, so many of our guests tell us that they want their Labor Day weekend to be at the... - August 19, 2014 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Signalfire Launches Popular Door County Resort Websites with Enhanced Features
Premier Door County time-share resorts The Rushes in Baileys Harbor and Little Sweden in Fish Creek both launched new websites designed and developed simultaneously by Delavan-based digital agency, Signalfire. Both properties are owned and operated by Hedeen International of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. - August 17, 2014 - Signalfire, LLC
Altman Luggage Has Been the Leading Provider of Luggage, Pens, and Travel Accessories Since 1920
Altman Luggage, a leading online retailer of luggage and travel accessories, offers their expertise as an industry leader since 1920. - August 14, 2014 - Altman Luggage
New UK Based Sightseeing Tours and Attraction Websites Goes Live
Book all the best hop on hop off open top bus sightseeing tours, walking and day tours plus attraction tickets. Key tourist destinations including London, Paris, New York and Barcelona. Simple, safe and quick booking. - August 13, 2014 - CityXplora
VinMaps Premium Wine Maps Proudly Announces Second Edition Wine Regions of Oregon
Creator of collectable wine maps announces second edition Wine Regions of Oregon map at VinMaps, the industry's most reputable maker of fine wine maps for the connoisseur, collector, or for gift-giving. - August 13, 2014 - VinMaps
Nha Trang Luxury Tourism is on the Verge of a Boom
Luxury Travel opens NhaTrang office to tap into tourism boom. - August 11, 2014 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
OpenTravel Alliance Announces Its 2014 Advisory Forum Conference to be Held September 22-23
The not-for-profit trade organization will hold its 2014 Advisory Forum at The Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. - August 11, 2014 - OpenTravel Alliance
Grand Canyon Helicopters Releases New Free Report on Flight Deals
Grand Canyon tour prices are spiking as summer enters its final months. Beat high prices? Yes! Get this special report. - August 11, 2014 - Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Pacific Resort Hotel Group Finalist at 2014 HM Awards
The prestigious HM Awards for Hotel & Accommodation Excellence 2014 finalists have been announced with all three Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) properties recognized for their outstanding commitment to excellence in standard and quality. Now in its 12th year, the annual awards were established to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all areas of the accommodation industry. - August 10, 2014 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Safe Driving for Shuttle Bus Operators
Atlas Safety & Health is delighted to announce the launch of its Safe Driving Training program. This new service specifically targets improving safe driving practices of shuttle bus drivers. - August 10, 2014 - Atlas Safety Health
Marriott Vacation Club Resorts in Hawai’i Achieve High Ranking Green Certification
Four of Marriott Vacation Club’s resorts in the state of Hawai’i recently achieved high rankings in Audubon International’s Green Lodging Program. Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club on Oahu and Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club on Maui both achieved Platinum Certification, and... - August 10, 2014 - Audubon International
SpiceRoads Pioneers Bike Tour from Bangkok to Yangon
This adventure is a first and only SpiceRoads cycle tour from Thailand to Burma on this just opened overland route. - August 09, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Featuring Intimate Indoor and Outdoor Venues, Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa Now Introduces Versatile Wedding Packages
Whether couples envision a beautiful beachfront wedding ceremony, outdoor dining and a breath-taking sunset, or an intimate family affair with a magnificent candlelit reception in the Regency Ballroom, they can find what they are looking for at Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa. The... - August 09, 2014 - Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa
Room in the Moon is a New Startup That Connects People and Offers Rooms Even Before People Move Abroad
Newly launched social network connects people even before they leave home and offers rooms in the country they are moving to, solving the two main problems faced by anyone moving to a new country – the concern of where to live and the fear of feeling alone. - August 09, 2014 - Room in the Moon
Napa Valley Burger Company Celebrates Another Summer in Sausalito with Cool Cocktails, Wine and Beer
Known for its inventive gourmet burgers, extensive tap and bottled Napa Valley wine selections and Napa Smith tap beer selections, the Napa Valley Burger Company has revamped the beverage menu with cool seasonal cocktails, Napa Valley wines and craft beers to quench guests’ thirst this summer. - August 08, 2014 - Napa Valley Burger Company
Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental Company, Provides Free Repair Services to Veterans
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, an Orlando Scooter Rental company, is pleased to announce their support to the local Veteran community by providing free scooter repair services to local Disabled Vets. Scooter Vacations will donate the labor and many times can even repair any broken parts. They also can assist you over the phone with diagnosis and make arrangements for pick up and delivery to your door. - August 08, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
The Nightlife Culture Initiative Announces "The Nightlife Safety Guide"
The Nightlife Cultural Initiative (NCI) is pleased to announce a new book written to increase the personal safety of everyone who enjoys nightlife culture. - August 08, 2014 - Nightlife Publishing LLC
National Corporate Housing Named Exceptional Experience Provider
National Corporate Housing, a global multi-brand corporate housing company and leader in the furnished temporary housing industry, received the highest net satisfaction score in the 20th annual Nationwide Relocating Employee Survey© conducted by Trippel Survey & Research,... - August 08, 2014 - National Corporate Housing
South African Wines, Music and Cuisine Showcased at the 9th Annual South African Food & Wine Festival at Grayhaven Winery
Join Grayhaven Winery and friends for the 9th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, September 13th & 14th 2014 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival invites wine lovers, foodies and families to learn about South Africa through this two day celebration of South African... - August 07, 2014 - Grayhaven Winery
Crestpoint Companies Adds Newly Renovated Comfort Suites Richmond, KY to Its Management Portfolio
Crestpoint Companies, a hotel development and management company headquartered in Mason, Ohio, announced that it added the newly renovated Comfort Suites Richmond, KY to its management portfolio at the beginning of this year. Ownership had completed renovations and re-opened the Comfort Suites, and... - August 07, 2014 - Crestpoint Companies
DAE Owner Awareness Roadshow Heads for New Zealand
Award-winning vacation exchange provider, DAE, is hitting the road again to educate timeshare owners about the full advantages of their holiday ownership – this time in New Zealand. Following the success of the Australian pilot roadshow last November, New Zealand timeshare owners will now... - August 07, 2014 - Dial An Exchange
RTX Traveler Magazine Features Hilton Head Island, S.C.
Resort Travel & Xchange (RTX) has released the Summer Issue of RTX Traveler Magazine with in-depth focus on the featured destination. RTX Traveler magazine, the quarterly travel publication for members of Resort Travel & Xchange (RTX), a leading worldwide timeshare exchange company, has... - August 07, 2014 - Resort Travel & Xchange
staySky Hotels & Resorts Launches New Vacation Club
Orlando based resort chain offers membership to new vacation club - August 07, 2014 - staySky Vacation Club
Sulantra.com – Super Language Training for the Rest of Us
Sulantra.com is a Hong Kong-registered company with the goal of providing effective introductory language training to a wide range of users at an economical price for unlimited online access to one of their Basic courses. - August 05, 2014 - Sulantra LTD.
Luxury Cayman Villas - Redefining Family Luxury with a Carefully Curated Collection of Kid-Friendly, Oceanfront Vacation Rentals
With a focus on kid-friendly decor, floor plans and amenities, Luxury Cayman Villas caters to the needs of families traveling with children, allowing every member of the family to completely relax, rejuvenate and, most importantly, reconnect. - August 05, 2014 - Luxury Cayman Villas
Fit Spotting Wants to Revolutionize the Way Travelers Search and Book Their Hotel Stay
Fit Spotting's most recent app release and success proved the importance and value the app brings to travelers. Taking it to the next level, Fit Spotting just launched their first Kickstarter project to prepare for their second release. - August 03, 2014 - Fit Spotting
Jamaica Independence Day Celebration
Patrons, customers and lovers of the Jamaican cuisine will be getting a chance to sample some great Jamaican dishes and entertainment in the upcoming event called Jamaica Independence Day Celebration being hosted by the Taste of Jamaica Restaurant and Sports Bar. - August 02, 2014 - Taste of Jamaica
National Corporate Housing Names Christine Drolet Regional Vice President
National Corporate Housing, a global multi-brand corporate housing company and leader in the furnished temporary housing industry, announces the appointment of Christine Drolet as Regional Vice President. Christine’s experience in the corporate housing industry spans over 20 years. Her... - August 02, 2014 - National Corporate Housing
VinMaps Creates Custom Wine Map for Washington's Fidelitas Wines Winemaker Charlie Hoppes
Suzi Surbey, Owner of VinMaps and creative developer of custom wine maps, creates one-of-a-kind elegant work of art for Charlie Hoppes, owner of Fidelitas Wines and winner of 2013 Winemaker of the Year Award by Seattle Magazine's Washington Wine Awards. - August 02, 2014 - VinMaps
Tripping.com Announces Partnership with StopSleepGo
The world’s largest vacation rental aggregator has expanded its inventory, further cementing its position as the best place to compare, book and save on vacation rentals. - August 01, 2014 - Tripping
Sol Sister Adventures Offers New Florida Keys Trip
Sol Sister Adventures announces a new, women’s small group adventure trip to the Florida Keys this November. - August 01, 2014 - Sol Sister Adventures
Hedonism II Gets Cheeky with Bum Competition
The search for the world’s finest bum is drawing near as premier adult only resort, Hedonism II in Negril, Jamaica feeds entrants from the world over. - July 31, 2014 - Hedonism II
Viewpoints Industry Reports on Traveling to Europe on a Budget
The upcoming segment will cover travelling to Europe on a budget. Viewers will learn how to save money on popular tours, and have fun at the same time. - July 31, 2014 - Viewpoints Industry TV
It's a Fashion Fling at the Ava Gardner Festival, Oct 3-5
The Ava Gardner Festival is planned for October 3-5, 2014 in historic downtown Smithfield, NC with the new "Ava's Closet" exhibit, a "Fashion Fling" opening night reception with Sinatra-style music by the Carolina Crooner, food and beverages, free movies, heritage tours and more. On Saturday, Oct. 4th the festival is collaborating with the Clayton Piano Festival which is featuring Ava in "Show Boat" and her love for flamenco music. - July 30, 2014 - Johnston County Visitors Bureau
Timeshare Advertiser BuyaTimeshare.com Reports Increased Offers for Q2
Offers from potential timeshare buyers and renters were up significantly from Q2 2013. - July 30, 2014 - BuyaTimeshare.com
Celebrate Labor Day on the Water with River Expeditions
Join River Expeditions on August 30th for their annual Labor Day celebration in tribute of the hard work that Americans do every day! Enjoy special pricing on whitewater rafting trips throughout the holiday weekend. - July 30, 2014 - River Expeditions
Outski Launches 401(play)™
Outski launches 401(play)™ plan to employers as part of an employee benefit / health and wellness program. - July 29, 2014 - Outski
Casa Dorada on the Forefront of Sea Turtle Conservation Efforts in Los Cabos
July marks the beginning of sea turtle nesting season on the coasts of Los Cabos, Mexico and Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort and Spa, a five-star beachfront resort in Cabo San Lucas, leads the way in protecting these marvelous creatures. Having created the Casa Dorada Sanctuary Project back in 2008... - July 28, 2014 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Black Watch to Start New Cruise Season from Rosyth in Summer 2014
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 804-guest ship Black Watch is to start her new cruise season from Rosyth (Edinburgh), with a ten-night sailing to the Norwegian fjords on 31st July 2014. In all, Fred. Olsen is offering four sailings from Rosyth in its 2014/15 cruise season, to a variety of exciting... - July 26, 2014 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Scooter Vacations Announces Their Line-Up of Informational Videos for Selecting the Best Orlando Scooter Rental for Vacationers Touring Orlando Theme Parks
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, announces their informational and instructional videos to assist those who need to rent a mobility scooter in Orlando for their vacation to area theme parks such as Disney World, Universal Orlando and Sea World. Videos for everything from how to transport models that will fit in a car trunk to features of luxury models and accessories such as portable sunshades. Vacationers can now ensure they will get the best Scooter rental in Orlando to meet their needs. - July 25, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
Interview with the Best-Selling Visionary Author, Zoltan Istvan: Pennsylvania Literary Journal
Interview posted on the PLJ website with the bestselling visionary author, Zoltan Istvan, who explored over 100 countries—many as a journalist for the National Geographic Channel—writing, filming, and appearing in dozens of television stories, articles, and webcasts. - July 25, 2014 - Anaphora Literary Press
Percolate LMS™ Ranked #2 as Best of the Best in Small Business Market
According to the Top 50 LMS Mid-Year 2014 Rankings Report, the Percolate LMS, still ranked as a Top 50 learning management system, received additional recognition this month as the second best LMS in the Small Business Market category. LMSs in this Best of the Best by Markets category are perfect for small businesses with fewer than 500 learners. Percolate has “a modern user interface and features that would 'Wow' any small business looking for a platform that delivers." - July 24, 2014 - Michaels & Associates
DAE Fires Up Fall Getaways
DAE Offering Great Vacation Weeks for When the Weather Turns Cooler - July 24, 2014 - Dial An Exchange
The Code Recognizes Tourism Companies for Exceptional Efforts to Protect Children
The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism (The Code) today announced its Top Members for 2014. Forty-three tourism companies from around the world are recognized as Top Members for their exceptional work to integrate child protection practices... - July 23, 2014 - The Code
Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of the "Lake Tahoe" Fine Art Map
Through a collaborative partnerships with the Tahoe Heritage Foundation Xplorer Maps is proud to release this hand-lettered, gorgeous fine-art illustration of Lake Tahoe. Xplorer Maps is donating the original artwork in addition to a portion of all map sales in perpetuity to the Tahoe Heritage Foundation. - July 22, 2014 - Xplorer Maps