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Creta Maris Green Team and Junior Academy Together for the Environment
On the occasion of the Recycling Day, Junior Academy - the private model kindergarten of Hersonissos - was invited in order for children to be informed about the effort to protect the environment. - July 05, 2014 - Maris Hotels
iVenture Card International Helps to Explore the Best Las Vegas Attractions
iVenture Card International makes available to its customers the iVenture Card, giving them a chance to explore numerous locations across Las Vegas. Marginally priced packages covering diverse attractions guarantee to bring invaluable returns. - July 05, 2014 - iVenture card
Women in Travel Summit (WITS) Announces WITS '15 Call for Speakers
Applications open to give presentations on travel, entrepreneurship, blogging, and other relevant skills to 300 female travel bloggers at Boston summit. - July 04, 2014 - Women in Travel Summit
Build Abroad to Offer Trips to Costa Rica, Guatemala and Peru
Social good organization enables the world to volunteer in three countries. - July 04, 2014 - Build Abroad
Women in Travel Summit - 2016 Destination Contest
Go Girl Travel Network has announced the launch of the 2016 destination contest, an opportunity for tourism boards around the United States to compete to host the Women in Travel Summit in 2016. - July 02, 2014 - Women in Travel Summit
World Famous Michigander Ron Finch Invites All Motorcycle and Car Enthusiasts to Join a 3 Day Weekend Road-Trip This August Called the Michigan Gumball Rally
"Pure Michigan" on Wheels! The all Michigan, 3 day road trip starts in Detroit, on the roof of the Greektown Casino Parking Garage, Friday August 22 2014 and ends in Sunday August 24, 2014 at the art studio of Ron Finch in Pontiac. Ron Finch is known for his Motorcycle building and painting of choppers / automobiles. The purpose of the Michigan Gumball Rally is to promote Michigan's business, tourism and charity. - July 01, 2014 - American Gumball Rally
Newly Announced Software PrettyRoutes Adds Customized Routes to Google Maps
PrettyRoutes adds customized tour routes to Google Maps! MapifyPro - one of the many startups emerging as of late from Cincinnati, Ohio - has proudly announced a new WordPress plugin that they’ve titled PrettyRoutes. Yes, they seem to be fond of mashing two words together and randomly capitalizing in order to form a new word. - July 01, 2014 - PaperTelevision
Women in Travel Summit - 2015 Keynote Speakers
Go Girl Travel Network has announced the keynote speakers for the second annual Women in Travel Summit - Dina Yuen (the Asian Fusion Girl) and Kate McCulley (Adventurous Kate). - July 01, 2014 - Women in Travel Summit
The Royal Pavilion - Royal Fine Dining Unfolds at the Prime Address in Ho Chi Minh City
The Royal Pavillion, a fine dining restaurant, made its debut on 16 June on level 4 of Times Square, a luxury mixed used development located in Ho Chi Minh City’s central business district consisting of retail space, premium office space, serviced apartments and The Reverie Saigon. The restaurant is one of several food and bevearge outlets at The Reverie Saigon, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World that is set to debut towards the end of 2014. - June 30, 2014 - The Reverie Saigon Hotel
Devon - The Place to Buy Your Holiday Home?
The holiday home rental industry has seen a vast amount of publicity recently and this, with changing economic conditions and an ageing population, has resulted in a higher interest in property investment. A successful investment needs well defined guidelines in this industry. - June 29, 2014 - Discovery Holiday Homes
Luxury Travel Vietnam Seeks Growth from Spanish and Portuguese Speaking Markets During the World Cup
Vietnam-based tour operator Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravels.asia) goes global by adding two new representative offices. - June 27, 2014 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luis Namnum, President of Occidental Vacation Club Selected for American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Board of Directors
Luis Namnum, President of Occidental Vacation Club (OVC) has been selected to the elite Board of Directors of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA). Namnum has served as president of OVC for 17 years. OVC, a division of Occidental Hotels and Resorts (Madrid) includes resorts in Aruba,... - June 27, 2014 - Occidental Vacation Club
A New Reve Reserve Wine Release is Coming to Provincial Vineyards and the New Pinot Noir is Making Some People Very Excited...
Provincial Vineyards is introducing a new wine release of their 2012 Reve Reserve Pinot Noir produced by using only single estate grown grapes. The wine-tasting event will be hosted by winemakers who will discuss exactly how this estate grown pinot made it to reserve status. Wine enthusiasts will love this new release of a favorite premium wine plus a chance to get acquainted with local winemakers. - June 26, 2014 - Provincial Vineyards
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotel Seeks Indiegogo Crowdsourcing to Fund America’s First Undersea Luxury Hotel Prototype
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotel in Key West is using Indiegogo to fund its exciting prototype and, in return, offer spectacular perks to its Indiegogo supporters as they usher in a new era in undersea eco-tourism, exploration, and conservation. - June 26, 2014 - USAKW
New Winter Wine & Food Tours from BKWine: Chile & Argentina, and South Africa
Two new wine and food tours are on the winter program from the wine tour specialist BKWine: Chile & Argentina, and South Africa. The tour to South America takes place in February and the South Africa wine tour is scheduled for March. Both tours include several winery visits and private tastings as well as gourmet meals, plus other attractions. The tours are led by two internationally recognised wine writers and experts. The detailed programs are available on BKWineTours.com. - June 26, 2014 - BKWine AB
The Mountain Club on Loon Resort & Spa in Lincoln (NH) Has Been Recognized as a Top-Performing Resort by Travelers on TripAdvisor®
TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence Recipients Represent Top 10 Percent of Businesses Listed on World's Largest Travel Site. - June 25, 2014 - Mountain Club on Loon Resort & Spa
“My Rio Travel Guide” Introduces Travelers to the Splendors of Rio de Janeiro
For anyone preparing a trip to Rio de Janeiro, the just officially released “My Rio Travel Guide” from Madson Araujo, a local tour guide, is a comprehensive guidebook to the sites, sounds and sizzle of Rio. - June 24, 2014 - My Rio Travel Guide
New Protocol Developed by Colorado Stress Specialist Provides Immediate and Lasting Relief for Fear of Flying
It is estimated that nearly 25 million people are highly fearful of flying, and millions more experience some degree of anxiety either before or after boarding a plane. Whether a person is simply uncomfortable flying or is downright terrified, a new protocol developed by Judith Albright, a stress management specialist in Fort Collins, Colorado, provides immediate and permanent relief. Geographic location is not a deterrent as Judith works both nationally and internationally by phone or Skype. - June 24, 2014 - Judith Albright
Long Dormant Pennsylvania Town Becoming Artist Enclave
In 2008, the idea of Ken Marquis, a PA based picture framer, became one of the largest non-profit international art efforts, The Landfillart Project. Now Marquis’ new mission is to transform the forgotten hamlet of Glen Lyon, Pennsylvania into a thriving artist community. Just two hours from... - June 24, 2014 - KenMarq, LLC
Scent Trumps the Sensory Competition: Scent Design at The Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto
The grand revolving doors of the Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto are your gateway to an olfactory enchantment. Scent branding is on the rise in the world of luxury hotels, with more and more establishments drawing on the sense of smell to enhance their design. True to their elite brand, Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto hired master perfumer Tracy Pepe of Nose Knows Design to handcraft their Olfactive Brand. - June 24, 2014 - nose Knows Design
Tom Lyons Receives Cadillac Lifetime Achievement Award
Award honors Kansas City business and community leaders. - June 22, 2014 - Global Connections, Inc.
ResortCom International’s President Alex Marxer Featured Key Note Speaker at Call Center Week
Alex Marxer provided his unique insights at the 15th Annual Call Center Week. - June 22, 2014 - ResortCom International
WikiTrend.org: Air Travel Continues to Change
The trends-spotting site reports new ideas as airlines look to reclaim customers. - June 22, 2014 - WikiTrend.org
Apartment Barcelona Launches Website in Chinese
Facing a growing demand for holiday rentals and apartments for sale, the company aims to improve its services to the world’s largest tourism source market. - June 21, 2014 - Apartment Barcelona
Buy Two Nights and Get One *Free in New Orleans at the Newly Renovated R&B Bed & Breakfast on Famous Frenchmen Street. *Based on 33% Off the Total of a Three Night Stay.
After completing a six month floor to ceiling renovation on a 144 year old home in New Orleans on famous Frenchmen Street (previously Noni's on Nola B&B), new owners Bil and Rita Szarabajka are anxious to host guests. The Summer Special "Buy Two Nights and Get One Free" are based on 33% off the total of a three night stay and runs through August 28th. - June 20, 2014 - R&B Bed and Breakfast
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Leads the Way in Global Luxury Travel
Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) is delighted to announce that 5-star luxury property Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been awarded the Signum Virtutis Seal of Excellence, for the second year in a row, at the 2014 Seven Star Global Luxury Awards. - June 20, 2014 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Boost Your Bottom Line with Better Payroll Metrics with Datavision
Datavision offers new Payroll Metrics Module to help control payroll costs and predictive payroll models for your department heads. - June 20, 2014 - Datavision Technologies
Bhaya Cruises, Halong Bay, Vietnam, Announces “Free for Children” Special Summer Promotion
From June to September 2014, Bhaya Cruises is excited to run a very special summer promotion which extends families the opportunity to travel in style with its new “Children Travel for Free.” This opportunity can be applied on all products within the Bhaya Cruises group--The Legend,... - June 20, 2014 - Bhaya Cruises
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs Offers Various Eco Adventure Tours to Vacationers
Blue River Resort & Hot Spring, a top Costa Rica Resort, located just beneath the Rincon del la Vieja volcano, in the province of Guanacaste, offers tourists a wide range of eco adventure tours and activities. - June 20, 2014 - Blue River Resort
Harvard University Student to Climb Kilimanjaro for Education with Orphaned Students
#Harvard University student to climb #Kilimanjaro with orphaned children to help send them to school. - June 19, 2014 - Make A Difference (MAD) Now
KHM Travel Group Receives Vacation.com's President's Award
Host agency KHM Travel Group is one of six agencies in North America to be recognized with national award. - June 19, 2014 - KHM Travel Group
Scooter Vacations Announces The Wish for Scooter Rental in Orlando for Those Staying at Walt Disney World or Universal Florida
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, announces their newest Orlando Scooter Rental model, The Wish, for vacationers staying at Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resorts. Customer Maureen Noll says “nothing compares!” It has a luxurious wide captain seat and provides a full 12-15 hour day of theme park ride time for up to 400 lbs capacity. - June 18, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
Mobile Ziplines by Extreme Engineering Coming to Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm
America’s Famous Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm to add mobile zipline in July of 2014. - June 18, 2014 - Extreme Engineering
BuyaTimeshare.com Continues Expansion with New Sales Manager
The timeshare resale and rental leader has hired Dan Hansen to manage the sales team in the company’s New Hampshire office. - June 18, 2014 - BuyaTimeshare.com
Millstattersee Hotel Goes Green; Launches Eco-Friendly Solar Panels
Millstattersee's most historic hotel makes history anew celebrating its 130th founding anniversary this summer and joining Europe's bandwagon in embracing the latest in renewable power generation. - June 18, 2014 - Millstatt Hotel See-Villa
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. Announces a Discount for Guests Who Sign Up for a 2015 Tour in 2014
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc., the company that first offered Panama tours designed for relocation and retirement planning, is giving a discount to tour guests who book a 2015 tour in 2014. - June 18, 2014 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
River Expeditions Announces Rafting Packages for Greenbrier PGA Tour Week 2014
River Expeditions is thrilled to announce the return of their annual Greenbrier PGA tour week specials. These packages include a full or half-day of white water rafting. - June 18, 2014 - River Expeditions
"Meteorite Men" Star Geoff Notkin Unveiling Exhibit Additions at Challenger Space Center on Saturday, June 28
New items include authentic space suits, lunar meteorite from Heinlein Prize Trust. - June 17, 2014 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
Summer Gets Cooler at Brick House Tavern + Tap with New Patio Potion Cocktails
Four tantalizing treats, served in shareable beakers, debut June 17. - June 17, 2014 - Brick House Tavern + Tap
Andiamo Luggage LLC Introduces Pathfinder® Revolution Plus™ & GEAR-UP™ Luggage Collections for the Professional Traveler & Outdoor Enthusiast
Pathfinder® Revolution Plus™ for the Business Road Warrior and GEAR-UP™ for the Casual and Outdoor Enthusiast Provide Premium Construction and Durability, Now with Modern Designs - June 14, 2014 - 24-7 International LLC
Enterprises TV to Air in Tulsa, Oklahoma in June
CBS KOTV-TV “Oklahoma’s Own News on 6” will broadcast the captivating cable program throughout the month. - June 14, 2014 - Enterprises TV
Premiere Suites Makes the 2014 Profit 500 List… Again
Largest national temporary housing company ranks Number 325 on the annual list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies. With a 152% per cent rate of growth over the last 5 years, Premiere Suites continues to expand and solidify its position as Canada’s most popular provider of short-term... - June 14, 2014 - Premiere Suites
Tobacco Road Tours Announces Two New Raleigh Tours
After more than five exciting years, locally owned Tobacco Road Tours and Transportation will enrich its offerings into the area it knows best – the City of Raleigh. Tobacco Road will now offer two additional tours highlighting the City of Oaks and places that make it unique. NatuRaleigh: Guided City Tour & Nature Research Center. Buzz’n Go: Guided City Tour & Local Brewery Tour and Tasting - June 13, 2014 - tobacco road tours
River Expeditions Announces 22nd Annual Volleyball Championship and Weekend Package Deals
In the 238 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed, America has celebrated freedom. For the last 21 years, River Expeditions has hosted an annual Volleyball tournament over the 4th of July Weekend to celebrate. - June 13, 2014 - River Expeditions
Bucket List Golf Tours Announces Golf Concierge Services
Today at the US Open, Bucket List Golf Tours, a full service luxury golf travel company, announced their addition of onsite Golf Concierge Services for customers travelling to US destinations. In addition to handling all aspects of golf trip planning for medium to large groups, Bucket List Golf... - June 13, 2014 - Bucket List Golf Tours
Leading Indian OTA Partners with eRevMax for Seamless Connectivity
Goibibo completes 2-way XML integration for greater access to hotel inventories. - June 13, 2014 - eRevMax Inc.
ixigo Turns 7 on a Winning Note
Wins several prestigious awards in product & marketing - June 12, 2014 - ixigo
SpiceRoads Launches New Cycle Tour in China
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours launches Karst Peaks of Guilin, a bike tour that is a treat for culture lovers as it boasts plenty of unspoiled traditions, architecture in a magnificent scenery. - June 11, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
100 Mile Yard Sale with 500+ Vendors
The 2nd Annual 301 Endless Yard Sale is June 20-21, 2014 and will be the largest yard sale in NC history. Over 100 miles and 500 vendors will line the US Hwy 301 in North Carolina from Roanoke Rapids to Dunn. - June 11, 2014 - Johnston County Visitors Bureau
Space Hotel Expert Joins Stellar Speaker Line-Up at HotelsWorld 2014
Stiphan Beher, CEO of SpaceTek, that is developing a low earth orbit space station, will join a cast of over 75 global and local accommodation and tourism industry leaders as speakers at the suite of three HotelsWorld 2014 events to be held over three days from 16 to 18 July 2014 in Sydney. - June 10, 2014 - SpaceTek Corporation