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DirectRooms.com – Finland's Turku Set to Enjoy Tourism Boost Thanks to Salsa Event This February 2012
Dance fans can look forward to an event with a difference in Finland's Turku in February 2012 as the first ever International Turku Salsa Festival takes place. - January 14, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Through February 2012 Soldes d'hiver Shopping Spectacular Brings Consumers to Lyon this Winter
Leading hotel room comparison website DirectRooms.com has announced that visitors to Lyon this winter need to book their hotel rooms well in advance - as the "Soldes d'hiver" event takes place in the popular French city. - January 13, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
Discover Hawaii Tours Launches Mobile Site
Latest innovation puts Hawaii at your fingertips with clean, simple design and the essentials needed for booking tours on-the-go. - January 13, 2012 - Discover Hawaii Tours
Champagne and Tuscany New Destinations as BKWine Announces the 2012 Travel Program
BKWine has just released its 2012 wine and food tour program. It includes two new destinations: Tuscany and Champagne, as well Bordeaux. Full details: http://www.bkwinetours.com. - January 13, 2012 - BKWine AB
DirectRooms.com – Carnival Time Brings Masses to Limassol Hotels This February 2012
The Cypriot resort of Limassol is this coming February set to enjoy a boost to its tourist trade as the town hosts its annual carnival spectacular. - January 13, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Island of Kos Set to Play Host to ICIT 2012 Conference in March
All the leading minds and professionals from the Greek industrial technology industry will be heading to the island of Kos this March to take part in one of the sector's major shows - the 2012 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology (ICIT). - January 13, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Vietnam's Hue Welcomes Veterans for Battle of Hue City Memorial This February 2012
The Battle of Hue City, one of the most infamous conflicts of the Vietnam War, is the reason that many US service veterans and their counterparts from the Vietnamese army will be heading for the city again this coming February. - January 13, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
C.Bali Works with Locals to Promote Sustainable Tourism
With the ever growing popularity of the small Island of Bali, not all Balinese are happy about the expanding effects of tourism on their once quiet island. C.Bali Canoeing & Cycling Tours (C.Bali) are a Western Company working in a traditional rural village in the North of Bali, C.Bali offer small guided tours to the area under the direction of the locals, hoping to promote Sustainable Tourism in Bali. - January 12, 2012 - C.Bali Canoeing & Cycling Tours
DirectRooms – Cyclists from Across South Africa Head to Mpumalanga Kruger in March 2012
All the best young cyclists from throughout South Africa will this March take part in one of the foremost cycling events in the country - the TRAC National U23, Junior & U16 Tour 2012. - January 12, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms – Basketball Gold Division Event Brings Visitors to Hangzhou Hotels in February 2012
SCIS Hangzhou International School is the venue for the tournament which will see all the best young talent in Chinese basketball arrive in Hangzhou to test themselves against the country's top players. - January 12, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
First "Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines World Indoor Bowls Championships" to be Held at Potters Leisure Resort
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been named as the title sponsor of the forthcoming "World Indoor Bowls Championships" at Potters Leisure Resort in Norfolk. - January 12, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
InnerSea Discoveries Adds Third Ship and New Itineraries for More Uncommon Un-Cruises in Alaska
Small-ship Alaska adventure cruises offered on three vessels from April-September 2012. Building on its sold-out 2011 inaugural season in Alaska, InnerSea Discoveries diversifies its cruising range in Alaska for 2012 with the addition of the 76-guest Wilderness Explorer sailing a new Northern Passages and Glacier Bay itinerary between Juneau and Sitka, Alaska. The ship joins the 60-guest Wilderness Adventurer and 76-guest Wilderness Discoverer together sailing 10 itineraries in Alaska. - January 12, 2012 - InnerSea Discoveries/American Safari Cruises
Park City Lodging, Inc. Gives Back This Holiday Season
Park City Lodging, Inc. and Homeowners show their support this holiday season by giving back to local non-profits. - January 12, 2012 - Park City Lodging, Inc.
WhichCottage.com Launches New Late Availability Self-Catering Cottages Portal
Holiday cottage owners that wish to increase the chance of gaining last minute bookings can now take advantage of a brand new web portal, late-availability-cottages.com, a project from the WhichCottage.com group that's dedicated exclusively to last minute cottage bookings across the UK. - January 11, 2012 - WhichCottage
DirectRooms – Durban Hosts Major Canoeing Event in February 2012
The South African city of Durban is this coming February set to welcome canoeing enthusiasts from all over the world to a fun event - the Inanda Dam to Durban Canoeing race. - January 11, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
Experience Vietnam - Timeless Charm in the Lap of Luxury
Luxury Travel to promote timeless charm of Vietnam in 18 days. - January 11, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Get in the Mood for Love with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Cruise guests aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ four ships can expect a mood of romance on board this coming Valentine’s Day, Tuesday 14th February 2012. - January 11, 2012 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
DirectRooms – Djerba Sees Upcoming of Business Executives in February 2012
The Tunisian resort of Djerba will this coming February see a large number of additional visitors arriving in town to attend one of the country's largest and most significant business intelligence conferences. - January 11, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
One Concierge to Offer Personal Concierge Services in St. Louis
One Concierge expands concierge services in St. Louis through new agreement with "At Your Service." - January 10, 2012 - One Concierge
Hidden Turkey with Nothing to Hide
Exclusive Escapes has unveiled a brand new website - www.exclusiveescapes.co.uk – with 60 short films and around 10,000 new colour images which leaves guests in no doubt as to the quality of its Hidden Turkey 2012 programme. 99% of Exclusive Escapes’ Lycian Coast portfolio now has professional footage, creating one of the most complete online film libraries of any specialist tour operator. - January 08, 2012 - Exclusive Escapes
Gov. Bev Perdue to Open Jan. 12 Chamber Executive Women’s Luncheon
Panel of Women Political Thought Leaders to Emphasize Hard Work, Public Service at Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Event - January 08, 2012 - Chamber Communications Committee
Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges Enhance Novice-to-Expert Scuba Diving Experiences
From Open Water Dive Certifications for New Divers to Advanced, Rescue Diver, Dive Master, Specialty Certifications and Emergency First Responder, Red Mangrove’s Dive Center accomplished more diver certifications in 2011 than any other operation in the Galapagos. - January 08, 2012 - Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
Adrenalin Rush of Breaking Powder with Family Continues on Middle Fork of Idaho’s Salmon River on Far and Away Adventures’ 2012 Rafting Holidays
As with the rewards that come with skiing together during an annual winter gathering, Far and Away Adventures’ summer river thrills provide another seasonal escape that binds adventurous families in a way only shared participation in active recreation can. - January 08, 2012 - Far and Away Adventures
Caribbean Scuba Diving Vacations – Monthly Dive Story Contest
2012 Monthly Caribbean Scuba Diving Story Contest – January’s Winner Will Receive a Mesh Bag for Snorkel or Scuba Gear - January 06, 2012 - Caribbean Scuba Diving Vacations
Rimondi Grand Hotel Will Open Its Door for Luxury Travelling in Crete
The Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa is opening a new luxury all-suite hotel in June of 2012. The hotel is located just off the north coast of Crete between Rethymno and Panormo and offers a new hotel concept. Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa is opening a new beach hotel in Crete. They already have... - January 05, 2012 - Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa
Whale Watching Season is Here - Channel Islands Harbor Excursions Give Sightseers a Front-Row Seat
Channel Islands Harbor celebrates the migration of the Pacific Gray Whale with its 16th Annual Celebration of the Whales. Excursions began Dec. 26 and runs through mid-April 2012. - January 05, 2012 - Channel Islands Harbor
Abundant Journeys Launches Travel Giveaway Program for 2012
Abundant Journeys, a full service travel agency, and its travel blog, Life Is Full of Bloom, has launched its newest program for loyal fans and followers to win travel swag and vacations every month in Twenty-Twelve. - January 04, 2012 - Abundant Journeys
Finally. SoulSinglesAtSea.com, an African American Travel Agency, Specializing in Cruises for Singles Who Are 50-Plus.
Especially for "us" at 50-plus, the fun and camaraderie of traveling with a group of your own people is incomparable; after all, no one has flavor or does fun and laughter quite like "us." Join an intimate group of soulful 50+ singles sailing on a 14-Day Hawaiian voyage or delve deeper into the South Pacific on a 28-Day Hawaii, Tahiti & Polynesia Islands cruise where beautiful people of color are famous for their warmth, hospitality, and exotic beauty. - January 04, 2012 - Soul Singles at Sea
Pink Floyd 2012 Olympics Concert Rumor Not True According to Spokesman
Outside The Wall - Pink Floyd Tour Website denies rumors of Pink Floyd 2012 Olympics Concert. Pink Floyd 2012 Olympics Concert Rumors denied by spokesman. More than a few legendary bands have been rumored to reunite for the opening and/or closing ceremonies at this summer’s Olympic Games in... - January 03, 2012 - Outside The Wall
Precise Travel Colorado Travel Agent Website Now Booking Winter Family Vacations
Precise Travel, the trusted Colorado travel agent website, is now booking winter family vacations for those looking to get away during January and February. Now is the perfect time to plan and book a winter family getaway to a warm tropical locale when the kids are out of school for the holiday... - January 01, 2012 - Precise Travel
Russell Fishing Company Announces Jan 7 Price Increase
Russell Fishing Company, Kenai Alaska, announced a price increase to go into affect January 7, 2012. "The Average Alaska Vacation Package Price will increase by $100, with some packages increasing more than others," says Cap'n Gilz, Operations Manager. - January 01, 2012 - The Kenai Peninsula
Vietnam’s First Luxury Tour Operator and DMC to Establish a Rep Office in Key Markets
Luxury Travel Vietnam (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) is expanding its reach with the launch of a representative office in London for UK and Ireland travel agents and tour operators. - December 29, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Orlandoescape.com Launches New Website Design
Just in time for the busy holiday travel season, Orlandoescape.com has launched a new website design featuring an even more extensive listing of Orlando’s top hotels and vacation deals. - December 29, 2011 - HotelsEscape
Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions – And How Grand Canyon River Trips Can Help Accomplish Them
Some of the most common New Year’s resolutions involve building camaraderie and good will and improving quality of life – which are exactly the sort of positive life changes Grand Canyon river trips foster. Here’s a list of five common resolutions and ways in which Grand Canyon Whitewater can help meet these goals. - December 29, 2011 - Grand Canyon Whitewater
One Concierge Takes to the Skies with Crest Jets
One Concierge expands private jet charter options & aircraft selection through new agreement with Crest Jets. - December 25, 2011 - One Concierge
Blooming Tulips and Floriade Horticultural Show Highlight WLCVacations’ Tulip Time Cruises
Bulb Fields and Once-a-Decade Event in Holland Await Cruisers in Spring - December 25, 2011 - France Cruises, Inc.
Mahlatini Are Embracing Social Media
Mahlatini, the luxury African Travel Company has been implementing and embracing social media in an attempt to connect customers to their website and to lead the way for other holiday operators. Mahlatini are specialist in luxury African safaris, honeymoons and family holidays to Africa and the... - December 25, 2011 - Mahlatini
Coming to a TV Near You: Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Launches Major Advertising Campaign
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be launching its first TV advertising campaign since 2009, using the distinctive, hand-drawn style and strong brand values of its recent highly-successful print campaign. - December 25, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Phuket.Net Real Estate Launches New French Website
Phuket based property agents, Phuket.Net Real Estate has last week announced the launch of their new French language website: Phuket.Net Immobilier “Phuket attracts many visitors from France and other French-speaking countries and we are thrilled to be able to offer our listings in their... - December 24, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Indulge in an Antique Lover’s Dream Cruise with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – awarded "Best Educational Cruise" by readers of Cruise International magazine in 2011 – is offering three cruises in 2012 with "Antiques" as the special topic, through its acclaimed onboard enrichment programme, Vistas. On each cruise,... - December 24, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Blue Whales & Polar Bears in Spitsbergen; New Summer Equinox Wildlife, Marine Life & Photography Voyage
A Voyage to North Spitsbergen during the Summer Equinox provides some of the best opportunities to photograph both arctic Wildlife and Marine Life. Aqua-Firma's June departure will be accompanied by an expert photographer and Marine Scientist, who will be providing free onboard photography workshops. - December 23, 2011 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd
Frontier Holidays Launches the Andalucian International Walking & Cultural Festival 2012
Join a unique celebration of Spanish culture in Andalucia. - December 22, 2011 - Frontier Holidays Ltd
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to Exhibit at Daily Telegraph Holiday & Travel Show
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – recently voted "Cruise Line of the Year" in the "Cruise International Awards 2011" – will be exhibiting on Stand 421 at the Daily Telegraph Holiday & Travel Show. - December 22, 2011 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Save Money Over the Christmas Break...… and Dream of a Walking Holiday Too
About Argyll Walking Holidays is offering an early booking discount of 5% to everyone who books a hiking vacation before February 1st 2012. - December 21, 2011 - About Argyll Walking Holidays
Heritage Resorts by Veranda Leisure and Hospitality is a Partner in the First Community-Recycling Project in Mauritius
Heritage Resorts is supporting this major project as part of Veranda Leisure and Hospitality CSR plan, the main objective of which is the development of the rural community of Bel Ombre. The recycling unit, christened Plankton, both for its coastal location and its impact on the preservation of the lagoon, is a centre for processing waste plastic, glass, cans and paper. Plankton is a real business project that will be taken over by the local community in 2015. - December 21, 2011 - VerandaLeisureAndHospitality
SpiceRoads Rides Bangkok by Bicycle at Sunset
SpiceRoads offers a short tour of Bangkok that allows cyclists to see sunset on the river before riding through majestically lit temples of Old Rattanakosin. - December 21, 2011 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
One Concierge & Alpine Guru to Offer Global Selection of Chalets & Cabins
New agreement with Alpine Guru expands One Concierge's reach to hundreds of ski resorts & chalets around the globe. - December 19, 2011 - One Concierge
With a New Joint Event, TheKenaiPeninsula.com, Alaska Hooksetters and Russell Fishing Are Responding to Reports of a Record 2012 Kenai Salmon Run
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is predicting a record Salmon Run for 2012 on the Kenai River. Alaska Hooksetters and Russell Fishing are responding to that news and the annual hype surrounding the NFL Playoffs and Superbowl, and have created a new event and are offering a discount if a Guests Home team wins. - December 18, 2011 - The Kenai Peninsula
ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours Leads Cyclists Through Chile’s Central Valley for Wine Tastings and Optional Wine Spa Treatments
ExperiencePlus! guests ride to award-wining wineries and are invited to enjoy official wine tastings. The tour itinerary visits wineries in the Colchagua Valley region that Wine Enthusiast named "wine region of the year" for 2005 due to its world-class reds. - December 17, 2011 - ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours
One Concierge Provides Luxury Travel Support in Kathmandu, Nepal
One Concierge offers new luxury concierge & lifestyle management options in Kathmandu, Nepal. - December 17, 2011 - One Concierge