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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
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
Exotic Voyages Attend International Tourism Expo in Ho Chi Minh City
Exotic Voyages join the eighth International Tourism Expo (ITE) in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam which has just opened on September 13, and will last in a week till September 19. - September 16, 2012 - Exotic Voyages
Cruise Experts Travel Adds Another Exclusive Alaska Cruisetour for 2013
Following the sold out success of their own Alaska cruise and vacation package this year, Vancouver-based travel agency Cruise Experts Travel is offering another exclusive package for the 2013 Alaska sailing season: A 10 Night Northbound from Vancouver cruise and land tour, made for the... - September 15, 2012 - CruiseExperts Travel
HotelTravel.com Teams Up with AxisRooms to Enhance Hotel Connectivity
HotelTravel.com is partnering with Axis rooms to strengthen hotel relationships and connectivity options worldwide. - September 15, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
Travelers Looking for City Tours Around the World Have a New Resource in BookCityTours.com
Book City Tours, a company that helps travelers find city tours around the world, recently launched its new site. Travelers can choose from different tours in some of the world's most popular cities. - September 10, 2012 - BookCityTours.com
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
Norfolk Broads Have Introduced Wildlife Explorer Norfolk on an Elegant 46 Inch Screen
Find out about the Norfolk Broads by using the Wildlife Explorer Norfolk touchscreen that was recently installed at the Herbert Woods boat yard. - September 07, 2012 - Herbert Woods
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Grand Opening for New Fantasyland Announced at Walt Disney World, Reservations Available
DestinationDis.com now has reservations available for the Grand Opening of the New Fantasyland, the biggest expansion in Magic Kingdom’s history. - August 10, 2012 - DestinationDis.com
HotelTravel.com Sends "Shock Sale" Curiosity to Mars and Beyond
HotelTravel.com is launching its new 'Shock Sale' today along with a suite of other out-of-this-world promotions intended to send seismic shock waves around the online travel universe. - August 10, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
Luxury Travel Ltd. to Promote the Golden Central Coast of Vietnam
Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Unveils “Discover The Golden Central Coast of Vietnam in Luxury Style in 10 days.” - August 08, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Copper Sky Journeys Eliminates Fire Risk at Kumbh Mela with Unique Accommodation in February 2013
Boutique Indian travel company offers two new specialist tours to de-risk visits to the Kumbh Mela with unique wood and concrete based accommodation unit; Also includes unique touches like visits to traditional priests' arena and local Hindu scholar. - August 08, 2012 - Copper Sky Journeys
Viaexpress Inc. Join Forces with Froehlich Tours Inc.
Viaexpress Inc. announced today a partnership with Froehlich Tours Inc. to offer through all its branches and affiliates a wide range of transportation services that could fill in clients needs from Company Shuttle Services, City Tour / Transfer, School Field trips, Company Outings, Airport... - August 07, 2012 - Froehlich Tours Inc.
Vietnam Attracts GLBT Travelers
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) announces new bespoke holidays to upscale gays and lesbian travelers to Vietnam. - August 06, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Jamaica 50 - The Celebration Continues
August 6th is Jamaica's 50th Anniversary of Independence, but the celebrations and events in Jamaica run through the end of the year, and some of the best are yet to come. See highlights here, provided by JAVA Reservations, Inc. and get information on accommodations at www.villasinjamaica.com. One Love. - August 05, 2012 - JAVA Reservations, Inc.
aBoatTime.com, Rent a Boat 100% Online, 24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year
For the first time it is possible to find charter boats with real time availability and book them instantly thanks to a aBoatTime.com, a fully online and transactional yacht charter booing website. Moreover, boats can be booked paying only 20% down payment and sharing the payments with the rest of the crew, all 100% online, in a secure manner and 24 hours a day. - August 03, 2012 - aBoatTime.com
The Central Coast of Vietnam Attracts Luxe MICE Travelers
Vietnam is an emerging destination for the MICE sector, as Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) targets MICE groups. - August 03, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
On the Road with Iberian Traveler - Touring in the Pays Basque and Béarn
During a recent stay in the Pays Basque-Béarn region of France’s Aquitaine, Iberian Traveler found total luxury, privacy, tranquility in a stunningly beautiful and quiet corner of South West France at the Château de Lamothe. - August 02, 2012 - Iberian Traveler
Agent from Destinations in Florida Travel Completes Advanced Disney Destinations Training
Allison Jones, owner of Destinations in Florida Travel, recently completed the College of Disney Knowledge Agent Education Masters Program – an advanced-level training course at the Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida. Allison Jones was among the first 40 travel agents nationwide who... - August 02, 2012 - Destinations in Florida Travel
Luxury Travel Becomes an Official Supporter of Responsible Tourism
Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) is an official Supporter of the World Travel Market World Responsible Tourism Day. - July 30, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
HotelTravel.com Adds "Super Summer Sale" on Facebook
HotelTravel.com’s "Super Summer Sale" deals are heading to Facebook offering fans the first look at unique rates that will change on a weekly basis. - July 27, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
Taiwan is Newest Destination for SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
Road bike 920 km from northern to southern Taiwan on new tour. - July 25, 2012 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Dig This® Recognized by TripAdvisor with Certificate of Excellence
Dig This®, America’s first heavy equipment playground, has received TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for earning exceptional traveler reviews over the past 12 months. The Certificate of Excellence honors businesses that consistently earn top ratings from TripAdvisor travelers. - July 25, 2012 - Dig This
Luxury Travel Group Ltd Offers New Chic Adventure Tour of Vietnam
Luxury Travel is pioneering in luxury adventures in Vietnam, Luxury Travel promotes luxury tour “Vietnam Luxury Adventure Travel 12 days – code VCLA12D” covers Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay, Nha Trang and Saigon. Tour prices at 3767 USD per person, double occupancy, including private... - July 25, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Je Suis. PARIS Announces the 2013 Schedule for Its Luxury Women’s Tour
Luxury travel innovator Je Suis. PARIS has announced its 2013 schedule for its luxury tours curated exclusively for women only. - July 24, 2012 - Je Suis. PARIS, LLC
Yampu Tours: Nominated as the 2012 Leading Tour Operator to South America
Yampu Tours has been customizing unforgettable trips to South America for over 14-years. During this time they have gained several loyal clients and valued partners. - July 22, 2012 - Yampu.com