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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
UAE Exchange, India Raises Curtain to Four More Branches
UAE Exchange has opened four new branches in South India during the month of August, at Cuddalore, Ariyalur, Vedaranyam and Karaikal in the state of Tamil Nadu. - September 06, 2012 - UAE Exchange India
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
Certification Program in Medical Tourism Launched for Insurance, HR Professionals and Travel Agents
The Medical Tourism Association™ (MTA) has launched two certifications and professional designations for both insurance/HR professionals and travel agents. - September 03, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
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.
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
UAE Exchange’s Initiative to Protect Environment
UAE Exchange, India, proactively engages in the initiatives to protect Mother Nature, apart from focusing on its core business that range from International Money Transfer to Share Trading. - September 02, 2012 - UAE Exchange India
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
Magnum Guide Service Announces New Season of Pronghorn Antelope Hunts
Leading hunt organizers Magnum Guide Service is continuing to offer pronghorn antelope hunts for the 2012 season. These hunts have proven to be exceptionally popular among the many hunting enthusiasts who have joined Magnum Guide Service’s group trips in recent years. - August 31, 2012 - Magnum Guide Service
Resorts West Introduces Private Ski Lodge Collection
Selection of exclusive residences offer the intimacy of a home with the service of a luxury hotel. - August 31, 2012 - Resorts West
Inc. Magazine Recognizes Luggage Forward® as America’s Ninth Fastest-Growing Privately Held Travel Company
Luggage Forward® Named to Inc. 500|5000 for Second Consecutive Year with Three-Year Sales Growth of 126% - August 30, 2012 - Luggage Forward
Launch of CitySlicker's New Website
The new website of CitySlicker, the online flash sale specialist, officially went live on 24 August 2012 after three weeks of beta testing. CitySlicker provides a broader offering of flash sales through the new layout design. - August 30, 2012 - CitySlicker
Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch Luxury Vietnam Villa Collection
Luxury Travel Ltd's hand-picked Vietnam Luxury Villa collection features a range of exclusive properties that offer the personalized services of a luxury resort coupled with the independence of renting a private villa. - August 29, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Ltd to Launch Tour to Unseen Destinations in Central Coast Vietnam
Vietnam’s first Luxury Tour Operator (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) often offers new tours for discerning travelers and has just announced a new tour to the unseen destinations in Central Coast of Vietnam. - August 29, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
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.
Florida Resident Wins Video Contest to Go on Mediterranean Cruise
After two rounds of public voting, Allison Friendly of Coral Springs, Florida was named the winner of Cruise Experts Travel’s “Send Me on the Norwegian Epic” YouTube Video Contest. The travel agency held the contest in February to give away a free cruise for two in the... - August 27, 2012 - CruiseExperts Travel
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
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
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
World Medical Tourism Congress Takes on a New Look for Florida Congress
The World Medical Tourism Congress announces the launch of the new and improved website www.MedicalTourismCongress.com as part of its mission to provide the best educational platform in the medical tourism industry. - August 24, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
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
Homestead, La Buena Vida Earn Annual Honors
Grapevine Wine Tours guests pick "Most Outstanding Wine and Winery," add Sunday dinner tours to schedule. - August 24, 2012 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC
HotelTravel.com’s Revamped DRMS Fuels Hotel Partner Growth
HotelTravel.com signed 220 new hotel partners in 33 countries worldwide in July via its newly revamped rate control and yield management DRMS system. - August 24, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
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
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
Splore Announces Janine Donald as New Executive Director
Splore’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Janine Donald as the organization’s new Executive Director as of August 6th, 2012. Under Ms. Donald’s very capable and eager leadership, Splore will continue to expand its operations and programs in order to offer exceptional outdoor adventures to people of all abilities. - August 22, 2012 - Splore
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
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
Luxury Travel Ltd. Promotes Hanoi and Halong Bay Escape
Luxury Travel Ltd. Promotes Short Trips to Hanoi Capital and Halong Bay in Five Days. Travelers will discover two world heritages listed sites in Northern Vietnam. http://www.luxurytravelvietnam.com/EN/Vietnam_tours/ Vietnam_Stopover_Tours/Hanoi_Halong_Bay_Luxury_Summer_Escape_5_days.htm Vietnam... - August 19, 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
Calling All Jet Setting Fashion Bloggers: Plan Your Travel Wardrobe to Win Tickets to London Fashion Week, Courtesy of easyJet Holidays
easyJet holidays launches new competition. - August 18, 2012 - easyJet holidays
Pan AsiaWorld Holidays Inc. Introduces Davao City Culture with Their Tour Packages
As part of the fast approaching Kadayawan Festival, Davao City commemorates the best of its culture and tradition that has been treasured for so many years now. - August 18, 2012 - Pan AsiaWorld Holidays, Inc.
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) Launch the Country’s First Travel Awards
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) have launched Maldives Travel Awards and appointed the event management company High Rise Private Limited to organize and manage the event. This is the first awards of this sort and will recognise the Maldivian hospitality talent. - August 17, 2012 - MATATO
FIT Reisen’s Up-to-Date Burnout Survey
FIT Reisen launched its stress level survey. In 2012 the survey was based on 616 respondents, who were averagely aged 45.9 years and estimated their personal threat in relation to burnout. - August 16, 2012 - FIT Gesellschaft für gesundes Reisen mbH
Explore Unique Places at an Affordable Rate
Apartments-bookings.com is a new endeavor by Discount City hotels Ltd, which provides a complete chain of apartments in London, Paris, U.K, France and across the globe. These apartments are tremendously beneficial for those who are seeking affordable accommodation for their holiday or business stay. - August 16, 2012 - Discount City Hotels Ltd.
Davao City’s Remarkable Landmarks Unraveled with Pan Asiaworld Holidays Inc.
With the upcoming celebration of the Kadayawan festival, Pan Asiaworld Holidays Inc. is offering good deals of hospitable tours around the city to unravel the beautiful scenes or the unforgettable landmarks that you can only see in Davao City. As one of the leading traveling agency in Davao, Pan... - August 16, 2012 - Pan AsiaWorld Holidays, Inc.
HotelTravel.com and SiteMinder Connectivity: Great News for Hotels
Great news for hotels: HotelTravel.com and SiteMinder are now connected for seamless online booking to help hotels maintain rate parity. - August 16, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
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.
River Expeditions Announces Gauley Savings Galore Throughout September and October
River Expeditions offers special pricing on weekday white water rafting trips on the Gauley River in West Virginia throughout September and October 2012. - August 14, 2012 - River Expeditions
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
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