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Cruise Experts Travel Increases Capacity for Popular Exclusive Best of Alaska Cruisetour
Demand is high for the travel agency's exclusive vacation experience. - September 07, 2012 - CruiseExperts Travel
Good News for Travelers to Myanmar All Around the World
Exotic Voyages are very happy with this good news for travelers to Myanmar. The end of last month, Visa – one of the biggest financial services announced that they will enter the currently cash-dominated Myanmar market by firstly, training the local banks to use electronic payment... - September 06, 2012 - Exotic Voyages
Grand Teton National Park Foundation and Jackson Hole Land Trust Launch Innovative New SmartphoneApp, TravelStorysGPS, Including Give by Cell’s Mobile Fundraising
Give by Cell, a San Francisco based company specializing in mobile technology solutions, is providing their mobile fundraising service, Mobile Give, as a part of TravelStorysGPS, an innovative iPhone and iPad application released by a collaboration between Conservation Consulting and nonprofit... - September 05, 2012 - Give by Cell
Western International Announces Michael H. Mahoney as President and CEO
Western International, a Dallas-based developer, owner and manager of Marriott and Hilton franchised hotels has announced that Michael H. Mahoney will take over as President and Chief Executive Officer of the company. Founder and current President, B. Gene Carter, will become Chairman. Mahoney has... - September 05, 2012 - Texas Western Hospitality
Secret Compass Adventure Travel Company Pushing Boundaries
Exciting new expedition company launches 2013 portfolio of extreme adventures. - September 05, 2012 - Secret Compass
Take a Step Back in Time with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Antiques-Themed Vistas Cruise
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – awarded "Best Educational Cruise" by readers of Cruise International magazine in 2011 and a popular contender in the 2012 Awards – is offering a special antiques-themed cruise in autumn 2013, through its acclaimed onboard enrichment programme, Vistas. - September 05, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Hotels Celebrate GlobRes-Lodgegate Connection
Lodgegate PMS and GlobRes Xpress Channel Manager make a difference to hotels from day one. - September 04, 2012 - Global Reservation Agent AG
Lori Judd of Prestige Travel Vacations Achieves CLIA Certification
CLIA's distinguished certifications are not easy to achieve, but neccesary for all travel agents and Lori Judd of Prestige Travel Vacations has just achieved an ACC certification. - September 04, 2012 - Prestige Travel Vacations
HotelTravel.com and Lebua at State Tower Offer Free Room Upgrade in Bangkok
HotelTravel.com is highlighting its latest promotional deal for lebua at State Tower in Bangkok that offers a free room upgrade from now until 31 October among its many other perks. - September 02, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
Be the Family Hero - Reinvent the Holidays Belizean-Style
Island Expeditions is excited to offer families a choice of adventure trips for the holidays, and a chance to be with the Maya when the world is renewed this December 21st, 2012. - September 02, 2012 - Island Expeditions Co.
Exotic Voyages – Southeast Asia Luxury Travel Company to Focus on Growth in United Kingdom Market
The British desiring to explore Southeast Asia are likely to be offered better travelling service in Vietnam and its ancient neighbour countries – Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar by Exotic Voyages. The 20-year old luxury travel team is now planning to extend their UK market. - September 01, 2012 - Exotic Voyages
Desmond House Bed & Breakfast in Redding, CA Now Offering Massage & Spa Services
Make your trip to The Desmond House Bed & Breakfast in Redding, Californai even more enjoyable. As innkeeper, Greg Reimann, is now offering on-site massage and spa services. In addition to a daily continental breakfast of fresh baked items that delights your palate, you can also enjoy a relaxing massage to take your mind and body to a site of utopia. - August 30, 2012 - The Desmond House
New Wedding Amenity Baskets Gives Brides-to-be a Hand This Wedding Season
Ogomo.com, an online retailer of travel sized products, announces a new Wedding Bathroom Amenity Basket that will save brides-to-be both time and money while planning for their big day. - August 29, 2012 - Ogomo, LLC
South African Wines, Music and Cuisine Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
Twenty five of the finest wines to come out of the world-renown wine regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl & Robertson Valley, South Africa will be showcased at the 7th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, September 8th & 9th 2012 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival is a celebration of the culture, food, wine and music of South Africa. - August 28, 2012 - Grayhaven Winery
Park City Lodging, Inc. Announces Mobile Application Integration
Park City Lodging, Inc. is excited to announce the development of their new guest services mobile application. The application will serve as a mobile concierge for Park City Lodging, Inc. guests, providing them with information about Park City including maps and news updates about events happening... - August 27, 2012 - Park City Lodging, Inc.
BBC Gardening Expert, Steve Brookes, Joins a Fred. Olsen Vistas Cruise to the Canaries
The BBC gardening presenter, Steve Brookes, will be joining a Fred. Olsen cruise to the Canary Islands in 2013. Boudicca’s ‘Gardens & Beaches of the Canaries’ cruise, D1307, is for 12 nights, departing from Liverpool on 21st April 2013, the first departure in the cruise... - August 26, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Holiday Cottages Northumberland Add More Cottages
Holiday cottages Northumberland have built on their success and extended the range of cottages they offer. Holiday cottages Northumberland are proving to be a real hit with foreign as well as UK holidaymakers. - August 26, 2012 - Cottages In Northumberland
Sofitel Manila Hotel’s So Magnifique Promotion
Enjoy a magnifique overnight stay at Sofitel Philippine Plaza, the only French 5 star hotel in Manila. - August 26, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
G Adventures Upgrades Galapagos Fleet as Archipelago Grows as a Destination
G Adventures has one of the highest quality operations in the Galapagos and is upgrading its fleet for 2013 with the acquisition of three 16-passenger motor yachts – Daphne G3, San Jose G5, and Queen of Galapagos G8. The company will add additional vessels in the coming months as it makes... - August 25, 2012 - G Adventures
Luxury Travel to Promote Escape Destination for Family Vacations from Ho Chi Minh City
Vung Tau, located at about 125 kilometers to the southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, was known as Cap Saint-Jacques under French occupation. Among Vietnamese and expatriates, it is a popular beach destination for weekend trips, and now Luxury Travel Vietnam is offering a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City... - August 25, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
GunBroker.com and USA Shooting Bring London Games to Fans with a Special Auction; Winner Can Shoot with Five-Time Olympic Medalist Kim Rhode
GunBroker.com is hosting a special champion-themed Charity Auction. New and existing GunBroker.com site users can currently bid on a one-of-kind experience that includes: a 3-day/2-night trip for two to Colorado Springs, a VIP tour of the Olympic Training Center and an afternoon of shooting with five-time Olympic medalist Kim Rhode. - August 24, 2012 - GunBroker.com
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Makes It Even Easier for Guests on a Liverpool Pier Head Sailing
As part of its commitment to its new Liverpool Pier Head departures in 2013, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be offering guests a complimentary hourly shuttle service between Lime Street Rail Station, the Bus Station and the Cruise Terminal. It will not be necessary for guests to pre-book this new... - August 24, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
New Timeshare Industry Autobiography Set to Stir Controversy
Author Claire Booth writes an extraordinary account as she rises above a broken childhood to forge an 18 year career in the shared ownership industry. - August 24, 2012 - Claire Booth Enterprises
Furnished Quarters Facilitates Increasing Number of Corporate Housing Stays for Entertainment Industry
Furnished Quarters announced today that it continues to facilitate an increasing number of Manhattan-based corporate housing stays for the entertainment industry, in conjunction with growing efforts from the City of New York’s Mayor’s Office to meet the city’s media production... - August 24, 2012 - Furnished Quarters
Show Your Support for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in the Second "Cruise International Awards"
Having swept the board in last year’s first-ever "Cruise International Awards," Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is calling upon its loyal guests and fans to show their support once again, with the chance to win a number of attractive prizes, including a luxurious week-long holiday in Fort... - August 24, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Alden Hotel Houston-Downtown Acquired by American Liberty Hospitality
Alden Houston, the 97-room downtown hotel at 1117 Prairie, has been acquired by Houston-based American Liberty Hospitality and its investment partner, Gentry Mills Capital, of Dallas, Texas. - August 24, 2012 - American Liberty Hospitality
Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch an Urban Adventure to Can Gio Forest
Vietnam’s first Luxury Tour Operator (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) often offers new tours for discerning travelers and has just announced a new day tour to Can Gio Forest from Ho Chi Minh City. Luxury Travel Ltd. has served the luxury travel industry for many years, and their staff has... - August 23, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Explore the Life and Work of Norway’s Greatest Artist, Edvard Munch, on a Fred. Olsen Scandinavian Cruise
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering an enticing cruise for art lovers in summer 2013; "Scandinavian Capitals & St. Petersburg" (D1312) is a 14-night cruise aboard Boudicca, departing on 9th June 2013 from Greenock (Glasgow). This cruise is part of the Vistas onboard enrichment... - August 23, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
A Chocoholic Treat Aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Boudicca in Winter 2012
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be hosting a Mediterranean cruise on board Boudicca in November 2012 to tickle the taste buds of any chocoholic. The cruise line will be offering guests the chance to learn all there is to know about this most tempting of treats from renowned chocolatier, Gerry Wilton,... - August 23, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Yoga Retreat in California Offers One-Month Teacher Training Program
The Sivananda Ashram Yoga Farm, founded by Swami Vishnu-Devananda, is offering intensive one-month Yoga training courses in various locations worldwide, including Vietnam and Grass Valley, California. - August 22, 2012 - California College of Ayurveda
Area Travel Expert Named to Top 25 Agents of 2012 by Travel Agent Magazine
Travel Agent magazine, part of Questex Travel Group, has officially announced its Top 25 Agents for 2012. Travel Agent looks at each of the Top 25 Agents’ compelling stories in an in-depth cover story for their August 20th issue. About Travel Agent Magazine’s Top 25 Agents of... - August 22, 2012 - The Tropical Travelers
Travel and Lifestyle Social Network WAYN Exceeds 20 Million Users
Multi-layered, Highly Social and Engaging Platform for Travellers, WAYN’s Presence Continues to Grow, with Users in More Than 194 Countries. - August 22, 2012 - WAYN
Explorer Sue Stockdale Joins a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Arctic Cruise - August 22, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Luxury Travel Ltd Unveils Day Trip to Vung Tau Beach from Saigon Every Day
Luxury Tour Operator (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Unveils Private Day Trip to Vung Tau Beach from Saigon Every Day - August 21, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
One Concierge Adds Rendez-Vous Limousine to Vendor Database in Washington, DC, USA
One Concierge creates additional ground transportation options for clients in Washington DC by way of Rendez-Vous Limousines. - August 19, 2012 - One Concierge
Copper Sky Journeys Unveils 3 New Festival Trips to India
Copper Sky Journeys introduces three new ways to explore and experience the cultural diversity of India – through its festivals. Three new tours to India bring to life its most engaging and interesting festivals to global travellers. - August 19, 2012 - Copper Sky Journeys
Gold Rush Days in Sacramento Starts the Weekend with It's Annual Gold Rush Days Beer Crawl
Gold Rush Days festival takes place every Labor Day weekend and kicks off once again this year with the Gold Rush Beer Crawl. Participants should dress in 1800 attire and be ready to walk from bar to bar. 8 Bars with 8 Beers is Just 10 Bucks. - August 18, 2012 - River City Entertainment
End of Summer Vacation Packages Still Available at La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa
La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa – Houston’s Favorite Playground -- is offering "end of summer" vacation packages for families looking for a quick getaway weekend. Their "All Access Package" is a great way to treat the entire family to an end of summer retreat at La... - August 16, 2012 - La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa
Luxury Travel Ltd. Has Won the Most Prestigious Travel Award in Vietnam
Vietnam's first luxury tour operator (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has been recognized for excellent performance and included in the Year’s Best of the Guide Awards 2012. - August 16, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Vietnam’s First Tour Operator Targets GLBT Tourism Market
Vietnam has become a popular niche market for gay and lesbian travelers. - August 15, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The London Mela 2012 – Get Up to 75% Off on Apartments Announced by Discount City Hotels
London Mela 2012 comprises of art, music, drama and various other stage shows featuring artists from every corner of the city. Varying from the classical concert to the Eid Stage, various fascinating performances are expected from Dhol Academy, Red Poppy and the Bollywood Brass Band. - August 15, 2012 - Discount City Hotels Ltd.
New Southern California Wine & Brewery Tour Packages
Crystal Limousines & Tours has updated their suite of San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange County limousine rentals to include Southern California Wine and Brewery Tours, and as well as "as directed" sightseeing services. This provides local residents and travelers more fun things to do in Southern California. - August 14, 2012 - Crystal Limousines & Tours
New Family Resorts in Crete: The Rimondi Grand Resort and Spa
Rimondi Grand Hotel is very proud to announce the official opening of the Rimondi Grand resort and Spa Crete. The staff is ready to welcome guests in this new 4 star deluxe hotel, situated over a hilltop in an olive tree plantation near the picturesque town of Rethymno. Rethymno is a charming city... - August 13, 2012 - Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa
Great Hotels of the World Welcomes New Members to Its Alliance
Hotel sales and marketing alliance announces new members in Croatia, Turkey, Spain, Bulgaria and Portugal. - August 13, 2012 - Great Hotels of the World
Yampu Tours Offers a New Peru Tour with Machu Picchu and Iguazu Falls
This complete nine-day tour combines South America’s best known UNESCO World Heritage site, Machu Picchu, with one of the most beautiful Natural Wonders of the World, Iguazu Falls. - August 13, 2012 - Yampu.com
Car Hire Assistant Introduces a New Travel Essential Car Hire Excess Insurance
With rental operators steadily increasing the insurance excess on car hire and, in turn, the cost of excess insurance, hirers need to shop around for Car Hire Excess Insurance rather than taking out expensive policies offered by the rental company. - August 13, 2012 - Car Hire Assistant
IHTI Launches Innovative International Certification Programme for Hospitality Workers
IHTI launches innovative International Certification Programme to help people build a rewarding hospitality & tourism career while empowering them to use their knowledge and skills to earn income. Hospitality and Tourism professionals will have the option to start their own training business... - August 12, 2012 - International Hospitality and Training Institute
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Adds Three New UK Departure Ports for 2013 – Harwich, Liverpool and Belfast
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines adds three new UK departure ports for 2013 – Harwich, Liverpool and Belfast. - August 12, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa, Official Host Hotel, Prepares to Host Athletes for First-Ever Ironman 70.3
As official host hotel, Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa is preparing to welcome athletes and their families for the first-ever Ironman 70.3 Cozumel scheduled for September 23, 2012. Athletes staying at Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa will enjoy... - August 12, 2012 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Joy Travels Special Offer from Indigo Airlines for Bangkok-Pattaya
Joy Travels is pleased to announce a special offer from Indigo Travels for visitors to Thailand, with bookings open now for departures beginning September 2012, through their office in New Delhi. The airlines are offering a consolidated Bangkok-Pattaya direct flight package as follows:- 02 Nights... - August 12, 2012 - Joy Travels Pvt Ltd