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Wellness & Travel: 2012-2020 Forecast
The first global report from WTW, the 4WR: Wellness for Whom, Where and What? Wellness Travel 2020 Full Report is a research report presenting the biggest opportunities in wellness tourism (including international and domestic travel) over the next 10 years. 4WR collected information from 140... - January 28, 2012 - Wellness Tourism Worldwide
Luxury Hotel Booking Site Launches in Spanish for Latin American Users
U.S. private flash-sales company Bungolow.com looks to expand Latin American user-base with release of Spanish-version. Bungolow.com is a members-only travel club that offers discounts at top-shelf Latin American hotels and resorts. - January 27, 2012 - Bungolow
HotelTravel.com Expanded Hotel Inventory Offers "Real Choice"
HotelTravel.com doubled its hotel inventory in 2011 adding tens of thousands of new hotels in the world's top travel destinations. The expanded inventory offers HotelTravel.com customers more choice than ever before in addition to offering some of the lowest hotel rates available on the internet. - January 26, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
G Adventures Announces New Galapagos Tour Itineraries
Adventure travel leader offers more options for travellers wishing to explore the islands. - January 26, 2012 - G Adventures
Yampu Tours Expands Its Products to Offer New Tours in India, Asia, Southeast Asia and Africa
Yampu Tours’ decision to expand its specialty generates from loyal clients requesting Yampu Tours experiences in other destinations. - January 24, 2012 - Yampu.com
Eco Trailblazer Greenloons Suggests Five Eco Vacations Families Can Enjoy Over Upcoming Spring Breaks
Greenloons believes that spring break is more than just an opportunity for relaxation, it can be a chance to educate youngsters about wildlife conservation and community empowerment, all the while having a fun and unique family experience. - January 23, 2012 - Greenloons LLC
Luxury Travel Ltd to Unveil New Overland Tours in the Kingdom of Cambodia
Luxury Travel to Offer New Exciting Tours from Phnom Penh to Angkor Temples by Road - January 22, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
G Adventures Introduces G-Plus
Adventure travel leader expands comfort program & launches new brochure - January 22, 2012 - G Adventures
Travellers Can Now Book Flights Online with G Adventures
Adventure travel leader launches new online booking platform. - January 22, 2012 - G Adventures
G Adventures Reports a 15 Per Cent Increase in Polar Expedition Cruise Bookings
G Adventures, the world’s adventure travel leader, reports a 15 per cent increase in bookings for its Antarctica programs in 2011-12 in part due to the build up of the 100th anniversary of British Captain Robert F. Scott’s heroic expedition to the South Pole to be commemorated in... - January 22, 2012 - G Adventures
G Adventures Reveals 2012 Travel Trends & Forecasts
Adventure travel leader sees shift toward centre-based and comfort tours - January 22, 2012 - G Adventures
Mahlatini Are Diversifying Their Portfolio of Holidays with the Addition of Unusual Holidays
Mahlatini are diversifying their portfolio of holidays with the addition of unusual holidays. The organisation are providing their customers the opportunity to add unique and personalised experiences to their Africa safari itineraries or to even have their unusual experience as the main focal point... - January 21, 2012 - Mahlatini
Mahlatini Launches Its Own Safari Quiz
Mahlatini, the UK’s leading Africa safari holiday provider, luxury honeymoon and family holiday specialist, has unveiled its brand new safari quiz to further support its commitment to become not just the UK’s leading safari holiday provider but the world’s leading African holiday... - January 21, 2012 - Mahlatini
Mahlatini Has Now Added One of the Finest Golf Courses to Its Golfing Holiday Packages with the Inclusion of the World Famous "Gary Player Golf Course," in South Africa
Mahlatini, the UK's leading travel agent for luxury African holidays, African safaris and luxury honeymoons, has increased its golfing holiday packages with the inclusion of the "Gary Player Golf Course" at Sun City. Sun City is not only an incredible family vacation spot, but is one of... - January 21, 2012 - Mahlatini
HotelTravel.com Promotes Tet Lunar New Year Festival in Hanoi
The annual Tet Lunar New Year Festival is the one event which best epitomizes Vietnam's cultural identity. To mark this auspicious occasion HotelTravel.com is lowering its already discounted rates to offer customers real value on hotels in Hanoi. - January 20, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
Yampu Tours Welcomes Clients to Upcoming Travel Shows: January to March
Yampu Tours is thrilled to be attending these shows and is certain to promote their new destinations: India/S. Asia, South-East Asia and Africa; as well as their specialty, Latin America. - January 19, 2012 - Yampu.com
DirectRooms.com – Workers Attend to Tampere Recruitment Fair on 1 February 2012
DirectRooms.com confirms the upcoming Recruitment Fair, taking place on 1st February 2012 at the Exhibition and Sports Centre in Tampere. - January 19, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Special Chance for Couples to Memorise at the NWJ Bridal Show in Port Douglas This March 2012
DirectRooms.com is spreading the word about the NWJ Bridal Show, which takes place over the weekend of March 2-4, 2012. Kwazulu Natal Events (KNE) holds this exciting expo at the Durban Exhibition Centre. The goal of this event is to inspire couples about to get married to create a special wedding that is uniquely their own. - January 18, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – Attend Annual Celebration of Vasteloavend in Mestreech This February 2012
DirectRooms.com is able to confirm that Maastricht’s annual carnival takes place from 19th to 21st February 2012. - January 18, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
How to Find Affordable Last Minute Chinese New Year Hotel Deals Online
Chinese New Year (CNY) was once upon a time a quite holiday period to travel. However times have changed dramatically. Now the number of outbound travelers from mainland China during CNY has surged since the Chinese government travel ban was lifted back in June 2008. - January 17, 2012 - HotelTravel.com
AdventureSmith Explorations Brings Award-Winning M/V Sea Voyager Into Fold with Five Central / South American Itineraries
Travelers can save up to $2,000 per couple if they book their cabin with AdventureSmith Explorations on any M/V Sea Voyager departure to Costa Rica, Panama, Columbia or Ecuador by Jan. 31, 2012. Discount amount is dependent on time of year, cabin type and itinerary. - January 16, 2012 - AdventureSmith Explorations
DirectRooms.com – Budapest Holds a Giant Trade Fair of UKBA During 5 to 8 February 2012
DirectRooms.com can confirm that the UKBA Trade Fair is to be held between 5th and 8th February 2012. This fair focuses on all areas of confectionary, bakery and gastronomy and allows businesses to strengthen and create links with both local and international companies. - January 15, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
DirectRooms.com – 23rd North Sea Festival Brings Visitors to Ostend in February 2012
The 23rd North Sea Festival is this February preparing to welcome visitors from all over Europe to the town of Ostend. The North Sea Festival is organised by the European Alcoholics Anonymous network and acts as a relationship-building and support event for recovering alcoholics. - January 14, 2012 - DirectRooms.com
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 – Sao Miguel Water Festival Boosts Hotel Trade on 2 February 2012
The Iemanjá Water Festival, one of the most popular folk festivals in all of Spain, is this coming February set to attract thousands of additional visitors to the resort. - 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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Luxury Travel's Founder and CEO Pham Ha Recommends Vietnam Destination and Newest Properties
Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) recommends 10 new and trendy hotels and resorts and the destination Vietnam - the emerging luxury destination in Southeast Asia. - December 15, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Explore Beyond Luang Prabang with SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours has launched a one-day and a two-day bicycle tour that discovers the Laos countryside of Luang Prabang. - December 14, 2011 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd