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Localphone.com Announces Free Calls to New Zealand
The international calling giant, Localphone.com, has announced it will be rewarding customers with free calls to New Zealand. - October 13, 2012 - Localphone
Kids Ages 17 and Under Sail Free on Select 6 and 8-Night Disney Cruise Line® Sailings
On select 6 and 8 night Disney Cruise Line® sailings from Galveston, Texas, kids under the age of 17 can set sail for free. This Special Offer available through wdwvacationplanning.com is valid for select sailings January 4 - March 1, 2013. - October 12, 2012 - WDWVacationplanning.com
Westgate Resorts COO Mark Waltrip to Speak at Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2013
The Chief Operating Officer for the largest privately-held timeshare company in the world will address participants during Perspective Magazine’s shared ownership industry event. - October 11, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Improved Its e-Tickets
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has improved the e-tickets that it issues to its cruise guests. The e-tickets now provide detailed information on check-in times and the departure terminal for each cruise. Other additional information included on the new e-tickets concerns the dress codes for each cruise;... - October 11, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Municipality of Hersonissos Awards Creta Maris' Guests
Municipality of Hersonissos & Creta Maris Beach Resort celebrating the World Tourism Day rewarded the guests who choose, for many years, Hersonissos and Creta Maris as their holiday destination. - October 11, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Military Theme Park Opens in Las Vegas
A brand new indoor machinegun range has opened one block off the Las Vegas Strip with an inventory of over 300 machineguns. - October 10, 2012 - Battlefield Vegas
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Reviews Expects Strong Fall Bookings
Fall is usually slow-season for tourism at the Grand Canyon. However, based on strong demand, Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Reviews expects stronger than average bookings. - October 10, 2012 - Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) Compares New Cycle Baggage Charges
Following the success of Great Britain’s cycling teams this summer, specialist adventure holiday tour operator Explore has announced a 62% year-on-year increase in cycling holiday bookings and cycle shops around the UK have reported a significant increase in enquiries and sales of... - October 10, 2012 - Airport Parking and Hotels
Margaret River Awarded for Successful Marketing
The Augusta Margaret River Tourism Association has been awarded a print and online marketing campaign package worth $5,000 to promote the delightful Margaret River wine region of WA, as part of GWN7 Top Tourism Awards. As the winner of the 2012 RAC Travel Services Business Planning and Marketing... - October 10, 2012 - The Margaret River Guide
New Website Offers the Best Waterproof Camera Reviews
The website about waterproof camera reviews, ratings and ranking. It also provides useful tips and articles of it. Updating for new release and the popular cameras at this time. - October 08, 2012 - WaterproofCameraReviews.net
Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific to Sponsor Timeshare and Fractional Expo GNEX 2013
The leading holiday ownership brand for the Australia and South Pacific region will support Perspective Magazine’s third annual timeshare and fractional industry event. - October 08, 2012 - Perspective Magazine
American Rower Gets a Taste of Equatorial Guinea Aboard Ceiba Intercontinental
GC Media is the communications partner for Goree Challenge IV. Victor Mooney, executive director of US based South African Arts International, ltd., will have the opportunity to enjoy Equatorial Guinea hospitality airborne when he flies from Madrid, Spain to Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. Ceiba... - October 07, 2012 - GC Media
The Range of London Vacation Apartments with Home From Home Continues to Grow
Increasing London visitors are looking for a home from home and are finding that London vacation apartments are perfect. Demand for London vacation apartments with Home From Home has been growing steadily and it looks like this will continue to be the case. The tastes of visitors to London are... - October 06, 2012 - Home From Home
Russell Fishing Company Drops Prices While Adding New Partners, People and Services
Russell Fishing, a full service outfitter in Alaska and Oregon is showing how much they are “in tune” with consumer needs in today’s economy. - October 06, 2012 - Russell Fishing
Travel Industry Report Shows Hotel Occupancy Gains for VenturaCountyWest
The most recent Smith Travel Research (STR) report , which tracks hotel transaction statistics, reveals hotels in VenturaCountyWest (cities of Camarillo, Oxnard and Ventura) are on pace to have one of their best occupancy years ever. The August 2012 STR report, shows VenturaCountyWest occupancy... - October 06, 2012 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Equitrekking Launches Top20Ranches.com with Best Dude Ranch Vacations
The travel experts behind the Emmy-winning PBS TV show, Equitrekking and popular companion website Equitrekking.com, revealed their top 20 North American dude ranch picks today on a brand new website, Top20Ranches.com. - October 06, 2012 - Equitrekking
iXiGO.com Launches Destination Trivia Gaming App - Yo! India
India’s first free destination trivia game on Android & iPhone launched. - October 06, 2012 - ixigo
Online Travel Agent MyReviewsNow.net Spotlights VirginAtlantic.com Upper Class Airline Tickets Sale
Until October 12, MyReviewsNow.net’s affiliate partner VirginAtlantic.com is offering travelers the chance to experience a new level of luxury by lowering the price of its upper class airline tickets between JFK and London-Heathrow to just $1,500 each way. - October 05, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Get Ready Amsterdam Offers the Best Housing Options at the Most Affordable Rates
Finding comfortable, affordable housing in Amsterdam has never been easier, thanks to Get Ready Rentals. Regardless of whether travelers need housing for a week or for a few months, Get Ready Rentals has them covered. - October 05, 2012 - Get Ready Rentals LLC
Discovering George Orwell's Burma Tours Start This Year in Myanmar
Small group tours re-tracing the trail of writer George Orwell start this winter in Myanmar. Orwell, then known as Eric Blair, lived in colonial Burma in the 1920s, and his experience in the police gave him the inspiration to be a writer and the ideas for many of his books, including 'Burmese Days', 'Animal Farm' and 'Nineteen Eighty Four'. - October 05, 2012 - Slow Burma Travel
New Yucatan Vacation Package: Come Meet the Yucatan's Alter-Ego - Undiscovered and a Little Bit Wild
Island Expeditions is launching its exciting new Costa Maya Explorer trip this season...a 7 night lodge-to-lodge sea kayak and Maya cultural adventure in the undiscovered Yucatan. - October 04, 2012 - Island Expeditions Co.
One Concierge Provides on the Ground Support to Members in Dubai, U.A.E.
One Concierge creates newly formed vendor agreement with AI Assist in Dubai, U.A.E. - October 03, 2012 - One Concierge
Maldives Local Travel Agents Honour the Country’s First Travel and Tourism Awards
Maldives Association for Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) honoured the travel and tourism industry with first ever Maldives Travel Awards. The grand awarding ceremony was held on 28th September 2012 at Paradise Island Resort. Awards for 21 categories including resorts, hotels, liveaboards... - October 02, 2012 - MATATO
River Expeditions Announces the Bridge Day Blowout on October 20th, 2012
River Expeditions is pleased to announce their Bridge Day Blowout celebrating West Virginia’s New River Gorge Bridge Day festival on October 20th, 2012. The Bridge Day Blowout package combines camping, white water rafting and the excitement of Bridge Day with one of the best after parties in the area! - October 02, 2012 - River Expeditions
Website Offers Exclusive Construction Updates of Theme Parks Worldwide
Site statistics reveal popularity of upcoming theme and water parks among board users. - October 01, 2012 - The Theme Park Guy
Sea Food Comes to The Plettenberg
The Plettenberg Hotel in Plettenberg Bay launches its new restaurant concept SeaFood at The Plettenberg. - September 30, 2012 - The Collection by Liz McGrath
Internet Travel Agent MyReviewsNow.net Announces InterContinental Hotels Group as New Affiliate
Leading online business directory and superstore MyReviewsNow.net is now announcing a new affiliate with InterContinental Hotels Group. Customers can browse the great rates that are available at the hotel by selecting the "Airline Travel & Destinations" category on MyReviewsNow.net. Customers will then be able to take advantage of all of the promotional deals that are offered by InterContinental Hotels Group. - September 29, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Rest Assured at Brick House Bed & Breakfast
Brick House Bed & Breakfast in Westfield, NY is the first B&B in the world to be part of the global "Rest Assured" initiative that began earlier in 2012 with Hyatt and Marriott. - September 29, 2012 - Brickhouse of NY, Inc
New Discount Hotel Website Takatrip.com Launches in October
What makes Takatrip different from other travel and hotel websites is that they give their customers more control over the hotel experience. - September 28, 2012 - Takatrip, LLC
Dainik Bhaskar Partners with iXiGO.com for Online Travel
iXiGO.com to power travel planning for all Dainik Bhaskar Group portals. - September 27, 2012 - ixigo
Greatsbooking.com’s Asian Escapade: Thailand
Amazing Thailand, Tourism Attractions: Bangkok, Pattaya & Chiang Mai - September 27, 2012 - Greats Booking Travel & Tour Sdn Bhd
Greatsbooking.com’s Asian Escapade: Malaysia
Truly Asia, Malaysia. Tourism Attractions: Kuala Lumpur, Penang & Malacca. - September 27, 2012 - Greats Booking Travel & Tour Sdn Bhd
Greatsbooking.com’s Asian Escapade: Indonesia
Wonderful Indonesia, Tourism Attractions: Bali, Bandung, Jakarta - September 27, 2012 - Greats Booking Travel & Tour Sdn Bhd
MyReviewsNow.net Affiliate Partner Emirates Airlines Offers Great Holiday Fares to Amazing Destinations
Business directory and superstore MyReviewsNow.net affiliate partner Emirates Airlines is now extending great deals on flights to its customers. Travelers can enjoy incredible deals on flights when they book flights through Emirates Airlines from September 10th through 30th. Customers can enjoy flights to a variety of countries such as Africa and India. Travelers can read on to discover the additional destinations that they can enjoy with this great deal. - September 26, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
iFlow Yoga Introduces Immersion Retreats & Teacher Training in Ubud, Bali
iFlow Yoga Immersion Retreats & Teacher Training introduces its first four Modules to take place in February & March, 2013, in Ubud, Bali. - September 26, 2012 - iFlow Yoga
Lizzie Borden Murder Mystery Intrigues Massachusetts Author and Private Investigator
Peabody, Massachusetts resident & Licensed Private Investigator, Michael A. Coller ventured into 'the world of the paranormal' on September 8, 2012 -- the eve of his 45th birthday. The Lizzie Borden House, better known for the rhyme “Lizzie Borden took an axe and gave her mother forty... - September 25, 2012 - MAC Investigations
Internationally Recognized Luggage Brand Makes U.S. Debut
UK-Based Carlton Luggage Launches Four Durable and Stylish Collections Stateside - September 25, 2012 - Carlton Luggage USA
Historic Inn in Pinehurst, NC Celebrates Centennial Anniversary
On Monday, owners and management of the Pine Crest Inn, located in the Village of Pinehurst, NC, revealed plans to host a one year-long series of special events in honor of the Inn’s 100th anniversary. - September 24, 2012 - Pine Crest Inn
Indulge New York® Pre-Launch Cocktail Reception on September 27th is Being Hosted at the Hotel Gansevoort Meatpacking. Don't Miss This Exciting Event.
Indulge New York® announces its Pre-launch Cocktail Reception this Thursday evening at the Hotel Gansevoort in the Meatpacking District from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Rooftop Lounge. Members of the press, NYC Hotels, Chambers of Commerce and tourism venues will be in attendance. Many INY participating vendors and restaurants will join in this celebration. The official Indulge New York® will be November 1st. - September 22, 2012 - Indulge New York
Online Travel Agent MyReviewsNow.net Announces Sandals.com Grande Riviera Sale to Vacationers
Online Shopping Mall MyReviewsNow.net is now offering a great deal for customers who wish to stay at the Sandals Grande Riviera. For a limited time only, customers can stay at the Sandals Grande Riviera for rates as low as $221. - September 21, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Vietnam Fastest-Growing High-End Holiday Destination for Aussies
Vietnam’s First Luxury Tour Operator Joins VNAT to Promote High End Tour Products in Melbourne and Sydney, Australia - September 21, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Ocean Pacific Lodge Announces the Secret Summer Holiday Carnival Fest in Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge, a leading hotel in Santa Cruz CA have recently announced the introduction of “Secret Summer” holiday carnival Fest in Santa Cruz, CA. The Ocean Pacific Lodge is one of the best hotels in Santa Cruz CA. They always offer carnival events in different seasons for the... - September 21, 2012 - Ocean Pacific Lodge
With Rising Prices and Flat Wages, Two Americans Find a New Way to Pay the Rent, and Chronicle Their Experience in a New Book- Inn Your Home
Charlie Yzaguirre and Tim McCormick were both looking for ways to supplement their incomes. Their search led them to airbnb.com, a website that matches travelers and hosts for paid stays that cost a lot less than a hotel room. They fixed up their extra rooms, and began renting them. 400 room nights later, they’ve chronicled their experience in a new book, Inn Your Home – How to Turn Your Extra Space into a Money Making B&B using Airbnb, scheduled for release September 24, 2012 - September 21, 2012 - Inn Your Home
Maiellano Car Rental Now Offers Hotel Booking Options in Europe
Having been in the car rental industry since 1969, Maiellano Car Rental now expands its services by offering hotel booking options for travelers planning to visit Europe. - September 21, 2012 - Maiellano Car Rental
Furnished Quarters Announces Launch of Luxury Bath Amenity in All Markets
Furnished Quarters announced today that it will provide a new luxury bath amenity in each of its residences in all markets by mid-October. The amenity features products from L’Occitane’s Verbena collection. The following 6 products will be provided to guests staying in any of Furnished... - September 21, 2012 - Furnished Quarters
Attitash Mountain Resort Hosts 15th Annual Oktoberfest Columbus Day Weekend
Attitash Mountain Resort will host the 15th annual Oktoberfest on Columbus Day weekend, Saturday, October 6 and Sunday, October 7 at its Bear Peak base area. The two-day Oktoberfest weekend will feature live, traditional Bavarian music from the world renowned King Ludwig's Band, dancing, kids' activities, games, the annual Stein Holding & Keg Toss contests for adults, authentic German food and the Biergarten tent featuring local and regional brewers. - September 20, 2012 - Attitash Mountain Resort
Exotic Voyages Open Representative Office in Myanmar
As a leading Luxury Travel company in Southeast Asia whose strategic destinations are Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, Exotic Voyages have been inspired by the uncovered Myanmar. They have recently launched their new Myanmar Luxury Tours and open new representative office in capital of Yangon. Also, a big strategy has been followed to promote this potential destination. - September 20, 2012 - Exotic Voyages
Salman Rushdie’s "Midnight’s Children" Film Adaptation by Deepa Mehta – Filmed in Sri Lanka, Escape Holidays Official Travel Provider
Specialist Sri Lankan Destination Management Company "Escape Holidays" announced that it is the official travel provider of "Midnight’s Children" the latest film by critically acclaimed film director Deepa Mehta. The film is an adaptation of Sir Salman Rushdie’s 1981... - September 19, 2012 - Escape Holidays
Guests, Inc. Implements AnyRate to Provide Competitive Rate Intelligence
AnyRate’s leading-edge competitive rate intelligence tools to become an integral component of Guests, Inc.’s focus on pricing and revenue management for 2012 and beyond. - September 19, 2012 - Windfall Revenue Solutions, LLC
A Unique Approach to Group Travel from Why Not Tours
Why Not Tours are excited to announce their new online travel service that is set to revolutionize group travel. - September 19, 2012 - Why Not Tours Pty Ltd