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Las Vegas Kid-Friendly Blog Launched with Focus on Vegas Wholesome Activities and Attractions
VegasKids.info is launching a blog dedicated to helping parents find children-friendly attractions and shows while visiting Las Vegas. - November 28, 2012 - New Platform Group
Christmas Breaks in Barcelona: Apartment Barcelona Boosts Special Offers for the Holiday Season
Apartment Barcelona has increased its special offers and deals on apartments in Barcelona for the holiday season. The apartment rental agency now offers over 190 apartments with special offers listed on the company website, many of which include deals of up to 50% off. - November 28, 2012 - Apartment Barcelona
Adventure Motorcycle Tours – Transylvania Live Launches Its New Product, North Eastern Europe – Motorcycle Adventure
After the success of South Eastern Europe Motorcycle Tour, the company designed an itinerary that completes the Eastern European motorcycle experience with amazing motorcycle roads, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, legendary places and countries rich in history and culture. - November 28, 2012 - Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live
Online Shopping Mall and Blog MyReviewsNow.net Spotlights Sandals Resorts 65% Off Sale
MyReviewsNow.net’s affiliate partner Sandals is offering up to 65% off for guests who shop online and book their stay at Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort and Offshore Island. - November 27, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
ecoBURICA to Sell Costa Rican Resort
Spectacular black sand beach, fresh water lagoon, old growth forest! After 20 years ecoBURICA of Costa Rica decides to sell pristine "last frontier" property. - November 27, 2012 - ecoBURICA
Indulge in a Festive Cruise Aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Black Watch
It is not too late to bag a last-minute getaway this festive season; Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Black Watch has some very tempting pre-Christmas cruises still available, offering wonderful value for money. They can be both a well-earned break and the chance for some unusual Christmas shopping... - November 24, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
CharmPosh.com Highlights Holiday Season Tips When Traveling with Children
The leading child luxury lifestyle insider provides solutions for parents to handle holiday season travel plans to include children. - November 23, 2012 - CharmPosh.com
Innovative Alliance Tees Up for Revenue Growth
LinksRez and ICE open up new distribution channel that allows golf courses to maintain rate integrity and increase yield. - November 22, 2012 - International Cruise & Excursions, Inc. (ICE)
Grand Canyon Bus Deals’ New Video Exposes the Hoover Dam “Photo Stop”
GrandCanyonBusDeals.com posts a new video expose on how trips to Hoover Dam are included in tours to Grand Canyon National Park. Plus tips and tricks how to get coach tours at discount. - November 21, 2012 - Grand Canyon Bus Tours
Your Guides to Visit San Francisco and Paris for Free: How to Make the Most of Your Vacation Dollars
Your Guide to Visit Paris for Free and The Guide to Visit San Francisco for Free have been written for the budget-conscious traveler who wants to make the most of his budget and still have a meaningful experience. - November 21, 2012 - Visit Cities for Free
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" Holiday Discount Sale
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" is now available at a holiday discount of 20% off the cover price. "The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" is the world's first and only Japan travel guide tailored to fans of Japanese science-fiction and fantasy films. This holiday... - November 19, 2012 - Armand Vaquer, Author
Passport to Your National Parks® 2013 Photo Contest Winners Announced
Each year, Eastern National holds a photo contest for NPS employees and Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs) to select ten images–one national and nine regional–for the collectible Passport To Your National Parks® commemorative stamp set. The stamps are distributed on a single perforated... - November 17, 2012 - Eastern National
Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator Has a Successful Show at WTM London 2012
Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has a Successful World Travel Market London 2012. - November 17, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Win Four Fabulous Nights in Carmel, California
Win a luxurious four-night stay for two in beautiful Carmel, California. Enjoy innovative meals and fine wines at Carmel’s landmark Cypress Inn and Carmel Valley’s award-winning Bernardus Lodge. Visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, walk white-sand beaches, stroll through vineyards,... - November 16, 2012 - Authentic Luxury Travel
Vacation-Seekers Can Book a Discounted Vacation with Brett/Robinson on Cyber Monday
With Thanksgiving - and, subsequently, Black Friday - right around the corner, many holiday shoppers are gearing up to hunt for the season’s best deals. Many others are in search of a good location for a holiday vacation. Both groups will likely find Brett/Robinson’s upcoming Cyber... - November 16, 2012 - Brett Robinson
360° Student Travel Participants Complete 31,865 Hours (3.6 Years) of Community Service in Just One Summer
360° Student Travel announced today that their teen travelers completed an amazing 31,865 hours of service in the summer of 2012. This incredible accomplishment works out to be the equivalent of 3.6 years of volunteer work within the communities they visited, and tops the previous year’s... - November 15, 2012 - Westcoast Connection
New Dominican Republic Travel Specialist Offers Innovative Travel Services to North American Clients
Saona d’Elite, a Dominican Republic vacation, eco-tour, and destination wedding planning specialist, is extending its innovative travel services to a North American audience. - November 15, 2012 - Santo Domingo Vacation d'Elite
Exclusive Discounts on Adventure by Disney Itineraries Available Through WDWVacationPlanning.com
Save big on your Adventure by Disney Itinerary when reserved by December 15, 2012. - November 15, 2012 - WDWVacationplanning.com
Alcove Service Apartments Announces Addition of More Cities to Its Network
Alcove today announced that it has added Mumbai, Delhi, Coimbatore, Kolkata and Vizag to its network of Service Apartments. With this expansion, Alcove now covers nine cities in India, making it one of the largest Serviced Apartment Providers in India. Alcove provides both short-stay and... - November 15, 2012 - Alcove Serviced Apartments
Argentina Properties Sotheby’s International Realty and Algodon Wine Estates Announced Their Partnership
Argentina Properties Sotheby’s International Realty and Algodon Wine Estates today announced their sales and marketing partnership for Algodon’s luxury vineyard estate homesites located in San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina. - November 14, 2012 - Algodon Wine Estates
New Pedal-Powered Way for Families to Create Holiday Traditions in Albuquerque
Local bicycle shop offers holiday bike tours of Albuquerque’s time-honored lights and luminaria displays. - November 14, 2012 - Routes Rentals & Tours, Inc
Mobiversal Announces 10 Ways How Mobile Apps Are Helping Hotels Get More Business
Flavius Saracut, marketing manager at mobile app development agency Mobiversal, shares 10 innovative ways how mobile apps can help the hospitality industry. Saracut released a post last week titled, "Mobile apps for hotels, the hospitality industry benefits from smartphone market... - November 14, 2012 - Mobiversal
Veteran Wins $500,000 Jackpot at Presque Isle Downs & Casino
The casino celebrated Veterans Day on Sunday with a free buffet and $10 in slot play. But, one lucky veteran walked away with something much more. On Sunday, November 11, 2012 a Vietnam War Vet walked away with $500,000 with his progressive jackpot win. The $500,000 jackpot is the largest in... - November 13, 2012 - MTR
Valerie M. Caffary Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Valerie M. Caffary of Halifax, Nova Scotia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of travel. About Valerie M. Caffary Ms. Caffary has over 29 years experience in the field of travel. She is a... - November 13, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Standard Textile’s Hospitality Division in Partnership with SK Textile Reveals Innovative Solution for Updating the Style of Guest Beds
CircaTM Modular Bedding System Weds Design and Functionality Standard Textile’s Hospitality Division in Partnership with SK Textile will reveal its exciting new CircaTM Modular Bedding System at the International Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Show (IH/M&RS) and the Boutique Design (BDNY)... - November 13, 2012 - Standard Textile
Costa Rican Medical Care Free Seminar Details Business and Retirement Options in Costa Rica
Costa Rican Medical Care, a leading provider of medical and dental tourism plans in Costa Rica, is offering a seminar on healthcare, business expansion and retirement options in Costa Rica on Wednesday, November 14th at 1:00 pm CST. This is a free seminar featuring speakers both in the U.S. and in... - November 12, 2012 - Costa Rican Medical Care
Presidente Intercontinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Earns 2012 Fodor’s Choice Distinction from Fodor’s Travel
While every business included in a Fodor’s guide is deemed worth a traveler’s time, only those offering a truly remarkable experience are given the Fodor’s Choice designation. - November 12, 2012 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Russ Lorenson Celebrates Seven Years of "Christmas in San Francisco" - Broadway and Cabaret Star Karen Mason to Guest
For the seventh year, crooner Russ Lorenson comes home for the holidays with his annual show, "Christmas in San Francisco," for one performance only at 8:00pm on December 5th at The Rrazz Room at the Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102. The guest artist for this year’s show is Broadway and cabaret star Karen Mason. - November 11, 2012 - RL Productions
Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific CEO Barry Robinson to Address Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2013
The top executive for Australia’s largest vacation ownership company will give his industry outlook during Perspective Magazine’s third annual timeshare and fractional industry event. - November 10, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
All Star Vacation Homes Welcomes LEED® Gold Certified Eco-Friendly Vacation Home Into Its Management Program
The Signature Estate Vacation Home, Designed with Energy-Efficient and Water-Saving Components, is Now Available to Guests - November 09, 2012 - All Star Vacation Homes
Joint Forces to Protect Children from Sex Tourism: Development Partnership with the Private Sector Supporting The Code
Four of the world’s leading tourism companies together with GIZ and The Code launch a joint project to combat child sex tourism. Project partners: TUI Travel; Accor group; Kuoni Group and ITB aim to ensure and inspire action on the issue, through testing and optimization of the tools put in... - November 08, 2012 - The Code
Presque Isle Downs & Casino Gives Thanks to Our Military
Veterans receive free buffet and $10 in slot play at Presque Isle Downs & Casino on Sunday, November 11th, 2012. - November 08, 2012 - MTR
Queens Hotel Cements Reputation as One of Top Hotels in Brighton with New Leisure Club Access for Guests
The Queens Hotel, one of the leading hotels in Brighton, has recently announced that they will now be offering guests access to their new premium quality leisure centre facilities. The company’s leisure centre is complete with all the latest equipment to ensure guests can enjoy their exercise routine while taking in the idyllic surroundings of the historic City of Brighton. - November 08, 2012 - Queens Hotel Brighton
Holiday Systems International CEO Craig Morganson to Speak at Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2013
The entrepreneur of a dynamic travel services company with over 4 million clients will give his viewpoints on the travel industry during Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional industry event. - November 06, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
The Paul Kaplan Group Announces Newest Edition of “Paul Kaplan’s Modern Shopping Guide”
The Paul Kaplan Group is pleased to announce the availability of the latest edition of “Paul Kaplan’s Modern Shopping Guide” a convenient free map that centers on shops and restaurants in the Uptown District located in Central Palm Springs on trendy Palm Canyon Drive as well as nearby locations. - November 06, 2012 - The Paul Kaplan Group
Historic Miami Site Set for Grand End of 2012 Maya Calendar Events
INAH, in a unprecedented action has given permission for a collection of rare ancient quartz crystal skulls found in Mexico to be moved from the Diego Rosales Museum in Mexico City to Miami, Florida for special international cultural world mysteries events tied some say to the Maya Prophecies... - November 04, 2012 - Oracle Stone Productions LLC
Crestpoint Companies Adds Another Hotel Management Contract, Adding 94 Rooms to Their Management Portfolio
Kal Patel, President/CEO of Crestpoint Companies, Ltd., an independent hotel development and management company headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, announced that they have recently signed a new contract adding another property to their management portfolio. The Comfort Inn Elizabethtown has a... - November 04, 2012 - Crestpoint Companies
Historic Downtown Galveston Offers Free Holiday Fun
The holiday season is just around the corner and this year, Historic Downtown Galveston is offering visitors some extra holiday magic. Beginning Saturday, Nov. 24, Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand, will transform into a must-see holiday spectacular and host the return of “Santa on the Strand” as well as newly introduced “Lasers, Lights and Magic in the Park” and more. - November 04, 2012 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Ballastone Inn’s New Recipe Book Celebrates Holiday Fare Year Round
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve are always special at The Ballastone Inn, arguably Savannah’s most celebrated and luxurious historic boutique hotel, and its delicious breakfasts, high teas and hors d’oeuvres are a large part of its longstanding attraction. Now the... - November 04, 2012 - Ballastone Inn
Beachside Resorts Offer Suite Winter Vacation Deals in Fort Myers
The Continental Group Realty’s (TCGR) hospitality division is pleased to announce the “Escape to Estero Island, buy Three nights and get the Fourth night Free” winter package for a fun-filled getaway in one of Southwest Florida’s favorite destinations overlooking the... - November 04, 2012 - Continental Group
Alpine Elements Launches Discounted Trainer Weeks
Alpine Elements, a leading ski package holiday specialist, has launched Trainer Weeks, a promotion which offers a range of discounted trips to some of their most popular destinations. Between the 9th and 16th of December, customers will be able to enjoy Alpine Elements’ Trainer Weeks, which... - November 04, 2012 - Alpine Elements
Bread and Roses Heritage Committee Releases New Festival Video
Release of the official video capturing the 2012 Bread and Roses Heritage Festival on Labor Day on the Lawrence Common. - November 03, 2012 - Bread and Roses Heritage Committee
Explore Bhutan with G Adventures & David Suzuki
Limited spaces, proceeds to benefit Planeterra & David Suzuki Foundation. - November 02, 2012 - G Adventures
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is Crowned "Best Affordable Cruise Line" at the 2012 "Cruise International Awards"
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines was delighted to be crowned "Best Affordable Cruise Line" at the 2012 "Cruise International Awards," as well as being voted "Best for Learning," for the second year running, in recognition of its popular onboard enrichment programme, Vistas. - November 02, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
CzescPolska.com Celebrates Poland National Day by Lowering Calling Rates
CzescPolska.com is happy to offer anniversary calls by providing 45% lower rate to call Poland. The rate of 0.7 US cents/minute is available to call all landlines in Poland on November 18th, Poland National Day. - November 02, 2012 - KeepCalling
Award-Winning Vacation Ownership Developer John Spence to Speak at Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2013
The Chairman of Karma Royal Group will address delegates during Perspective Magazine’s third annual shared ownership conference. - November 01, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
National Smoke Jumper Center in West Yellowstone Award Montana TIIP Grant of $27,882.00
In October 2012, the Montana Department of Commerce awarded a grant of $27,882.00 from the Tourism Infrastructure Investment Program (TIIP) for renovation and construction of volunteer housing in the basement of the Historic Madison Ranger Station used by the Center as the base for its natural history and youth programs. - November 01, 2012 - West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce
JAM Gets Dirty with the Introduction of Dirty.jam.hebrew
JAM expands their dirty.jam flashcard collection to include Hebrew. Dirty.jam is the fastest growing segment of the publishing company given the popularity of the funny and off the beaten track colloquial words and phrases compiling their dirty.jam flashcards. Current dirty.jam languages offered... - November 01, 2012 - JAM Language Ltd.
Join TV Gardening Expert Charlie Dimmock on a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Vistas Cruise
As part of its award-winning Vistas onboard enrichment programme, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be welcoming TV gardening expert Charlie Dimmock aboard a cruise to the Canary Islands in 2013 – Braemar’s M1311 ‘The Gardens of Madeira & the Canaries’ cruise departs from... - November 01, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Dial an Exchange CEO Francis Taylor to Provide Insight at Timeshare and Fractional Conference GNEX 2013
The leader of the world’s largest independent timeshare exchange company will address delegates during Perspective Magazine’s timeshare and fractional industry conference. - October 29, 2012 - Perspective Magazine