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Vietnam Has Been Nominated for Vietnam and Asia’s Leading Tour Operator
The first travel firm from private sector, Luxury Travel Ltd. (luxurytravels.asia) has been nominated in "Vietnam’s Leading Tour Operator" and "Asia’s Leading Tour Operator" category at the 2015 World Travel Awards. - March 07, 2015 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Ride Costa Rica with "Unlimited" Options
Dirt Bike riders rejoice. The ultimate off-road dirt bike riding adventure with Costa Rica Unlimited has added two additional tours. The new tours cater to the opposites on the riding spectrum; casual off-road riders and wide-open adrenaline junkies. Explore Costa Rica from the seat of Yamaha WR off-road dirt bikes and return a better rider with a deeper knowledge of Costa Rica. - March 06, 2015 - Costa Rica Unlimited
Shikhar Travels India Celebrating It’s 36th Anniversary with the Launch of Its Revamped Website
Shikhar Travels India is a leading boutique Destination Management company based in Delhi, established in 1979 by experienced Mountaineer, Explorer and entrepreneur Capt. Swadesh Kumar. Shikhar is celebrating it’s 36th Anniversary. - March 06, 2015 - Shikhar Travels India Pvt Ltd
Iberian Traveler Once Again Offers Exclusive 4-Day/3-Night VIP Packages for the Opening Days of the Fiesta De San Fermín and the Running of the Bulls in 2015
Iberian Traveler’s Sanfermín Tours offers clients the opportunity to join Peña Seattle de Sanfermines on a private balcony overlooking the Town Hall Square for the start of another exciting celebration of one of the world’s most popular festivals. - March 05, 2015 - Iberian Traveler
Leading the Way in Private Bicycle Trips in Italy, ItaliaOutdoors Food and Wine Releases Brand New Website
ItaliaOutdoors Food and Wine, the travel company that celebrates walking, hiking, skiing and bicycle trips in Italy and the great foods and wines to be found along the way, has released a brand new website. - March 05, 2015 - Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine
The Most Important Factors When Renting a Motorbike
Adventure Motorcycle Tours has conducted a research between its guests to conclude in which way motorcyclists that rent motorbikes are more satisfied during the rides. 100 participants responded to a questionnaire and the results have helped the company make important decisions regarding the safety, comfort and satisfaction of the riders. - March 04, 2015 - Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours Offers Hot New Flights for Spring Break 2015
Helicopter trips marked down just in time for the year’s first major holiday of 2015. Get yours. Book early. RSVP now. - March 02, 2015 - Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Respite Care Cruise Benefits Alzheimer’s Association
Cruises for Causes will be hosting a Respite Care Cruise to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. - February 28, 2015 - Cruises For Causes
Namibia: Hunter-Gatherer Expedition Launched with the San Bushmen
Expedition company Secret Compass has launched a unique hunter-gather style expedition to Namibia's Kalahari desert. - February 25, 2015 - Secret Compass
Open Destinations Appointed by Luxury Travel Company, Belmond Ltd
The Travel Studio technology platform has been selected by luxury travel company, Belmond Ltd, to drive the future growth of their rail and cruise distribution to all customers. The deal involves a long-term partnership with UK technology specialist, Open Destinations, who has successfully... - February 21, 2015 - Open Destinations
JSwinetours: Wine Tour Planning 2015 Released
JSwinetours recently published its wine travel program for the 2015 season. Apart from the private tours and day tours in Alsace and Burgundy all year round, there will be a luxury Alsace tour in autumn and two luxury Tuscany tours, one in spring and one in autumn. All luxury tours are 5 days and... - February 20, 2015 - JSwinetours
Ventura County Lodging Association Partners with Oxnard College to Launch New Hospitality Program
A new hotel hospitality program at Oxnard College will begin in August. Ventura County Lodging Association (VCLA) is taking a leadership role in the program’s development and will provide hands-on opportunities for enrolled students. Students have the opportunity to receive an AA degree or a... - February 18, 2015 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Wine and Gourmet Tours for the Autumn 2015 Launched by BKWine
BKWine recently launched the new wine tour and gourmet travel program for the autumn / fall season 2015. On the public program are two classic and luxurious wine tours, one to Bordeaux in France and one to the Douro Valley in Portugal. Together with custom designed wine tours and non-English tours... - February 15, 2015 - BKWine AB
Spiceroads Cycle Tours Launches Bicycle Tour in Madagascar
Discover unique species of animals and plants as you cycle and hike through a country so incomparable to anywhere else in the world it is dubbed the "eighth continent." - February 13, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Sea with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
A Fred. Olsen cruise is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, 14th February – the tranquil days at sea, exotic and exciting destinations to visit and the chance to experience outstanding service and delicious food. Plus, with the relaxing spas on board all four of its smaller,... - February 13, 2015 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Braemar to Commence Second Cruise Season from Harwich
Ipswich-based Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is due to commence its second cruise season on 929-guest ship, Braemar, from Harwich International Port, Essex on 4th April 2015, with a seven-night ‘Easter City Getaway’ cruise (M1508), with overnight stays in Hamburg (Germany) and Amsterdam... - February 13, 2015 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
High Desert River Outfitters’ 2015 Whitewater Rafting Season is Approaching
Oregon Rafting is a Fun and Exciting Way to Get Active. - February 12, 2015 - High Desert River Outfitters
Kilimanjaro Stage Run Set for October 17-27, 2015
Registration is open now for the fully supported 11-day package that offers endurance runners a unique opportunity to run 162 miles along rugged, challenging dirt paths and footpaths around Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. - February 11, 2015 - Summit Expeditions & Nomadic Experience
Learn the Secrets of Healthy Running at Trail Running and Yoga Retreats in Iceland, Moab
The Iceland Trail Running and Wellness Retreat and Moab Mindful Running Retreat offer packages that include daily guided trail runs, yoga classes for runners, meals, accommodation and ground transportation, coaching and much more. - February 11, 2015 - Run Wild Retreats + Wellness
Final Lodging Results: 2014 Was a Great Year for VenturaCountyWest
New data released by Smith Travel Report (STR), which tracks hotel transaction statistics, show that hotel occupancy rates in VenturaCountyWest (Camarillo, Oxnard and Ventura) increased significantly in 2014 over 2013. - February 10, 2015 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Emperor Cruises Defines Luxury in Nha Trang Bay and Confirms Its First Cruise on 15 March 2015
Nha Trang Has Its Five Star All-Inclusive Cruises in March Thanks to the Association of HH Halong and Luxury Travel - February 07, 2015 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Run the World Adventures Announces 2015 Running Vacation Roster
Run The World Adventures, an international consortium of the world’s top trail-running vacation providers, has released its 2015 roster of adventure packages in six premier running destinations around the globe. - February 06, 2015 - Run the World Adventures
A New Kind of Family Getaway: Summer Camp for Kids and Moms in Tuscany
Me and Mom in Tuscany with Maria Rocco organizes exclusive retreats and summer camps three weeks in the summer. They take place at their private villas in Maremma, Italy. While the children are in the week long summer camp the mom enjoys a retreat setting overlooking the hills of Tuscany and the Mediterranean. - February 04, 2015 - Me and Mom in Tuscany with Maria Rocco
All Inclusive Holidays – Good for Tourists, Not so Good for Local Communities
According to a Tourism Concern survey of over 1700 holidaymakers the majority (55%) thought that the shift towards all-inclusive holidays is a negative development. However most of the sample believed that tourists benefited from all-inclusive holidays, but at the same time thought local communities were made worse. - January 31, 2015 - Tourism Concern
Captain Jack’s Tours Makes Your Trip That Much Easier with Refugio Round-Trip Scenic Transport
Worry Less, Enjoy More - January 30, 2015 - Captain Jacks Tours
Get Away on a "Pop-Up" 340 Km Cycle Tour This Chinese New Year
Wind through rice fields, pose with a 130m high Buddha, sample local grape juice and enjoy the ocean breeze as you cycle past some of Thailand’s beautiful beaches. - January 28, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
San Diego’s Top Rated Food Tour Company, Bite San Diego, Adds New Pacific Beach Tour to Route Line Up
PB tour offering casual historical tour through San Diego’s original college town. - January 24, 2015 - Bite San Diego
Timberline Adventures Responds to Growing Demand for Custom Bicycle Tours
The demand for custom and private tours continues to grow, as Timberline Adventures responds to requests for a variety of trips including: bike club trips, alumni association reunions, family reunions and business retreats. - January 22, 2015 - Timberline Adventures
Chance to Win VenturaCountyWest Valentine’s Day Getaway
Enter to win a romantic Valentine’s Day weekend getaway in VenturaCountyWest. - January 22, 2015 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Morocco is First African Tour from SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours expands into North Africa with the launch of its first tour in Morocco. - January 21, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Vietnam Tour Prices Lower in 2015
According to Handetour.Com’s travel experts, Vietnam Tour Prices will be lower in 2015 due to the decrease of gasoline and the increase of hotel rooms 1 - Land transport prices are estimated to decrease 5-10% in 2015 2 - Domestic airfares are estimated to decrease 15-17% in 2015 2 –... - January 20, 2015 - Handetour
SportsEvents Names VenturaCountyWest as a 2015 Readers’ Choice Award Winner
VenturaCountyWest (Camarillo, Oxnard and Ventura) received one of SportsEvents’ 2015 Readers’ Choice Awards. VenturaCountyWest was selected after a nomination process by SportsEvents readers who were asked to choose which locations in California provided a high standard of... - January 19, 2015 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Timberline Adventures Invited to Sit on Bicycle Panel at Mountain Tourism Conference
In recognition of Timberline Adventures' reputation for creating excellent high country bicycle tours, Co-Owner Dave Harris has been invited to take part in an expert panel on bicycle tourism at the ASSEMBLY conference to be held in Denver this month. - January 17, 2015 - Timberline Adventures
Soft Enduro Motorcycle Tour in Transylvania
Soft enduro Motorcycle Adventure in Transylvania is a 7 day itinerary in the heart of the country, offering rides on some of the best soft enduro roads in the West Carpathians - Sunset Mountains. - January 17, 2015 - Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live
New Website and Mobile App Launch for Premier Irish Golf Tours
Premier Irish Golf Tours are delighted to announce the launch of its new website (www.premieririshgolftours.com) and its new mobile phone app for android users. The new website is equipped with all the latest technologies which makes it very easy to navigate and book your dream golfing holiday. - January 16, 2015 - Premier Irish Golf Tours
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours Celebrates 2015 with Great Flight Deals
Make 2015 a year to remember. Take a helicopter tour. Flights on sale now. Book one before they are sold out. - January 12, 2015 - Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine Introduces Custom Private Bike Tours and Other Active Adventures in Italy
Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine introduces distinctive custom private tours in Italy, private bike tours, ski tours, walking vacations and other active adventures individually crafted with your small group in mind. - January 10, 2015 - Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Promotes "Turn of Year" Sales Campaign – Featuring Mr. Fred. Olsen Junior Himself
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a promotional sales campaign on 18 digital TV channels, which will run until 24th January 2015, to showcase its ‘The more you book, the more you save’* cruise sale, its innovative ‘Enjoyment Promise’* and its wide range of regional UK... - January 09, 2015 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Coast-to-Coast Expedition to Summit Madagascar’s Highest Mountain
In May 2015, a Secret Compass expedition team will attempt a coast-to-coast crossing of Madagascar, summiting the island’s highest peak Mount Maromokotro (2,876m) en route. - January 09, 2015 - Secret Compass
Expedition Team to Plunge Into Panama’s Notorious Darien Jungles
This spring (06/04/2015), a team of amateur adventurers will attempt to cross Panama’s notorious Darien Gap jungle on foot, led by expedition company Secret Compass. - January 08, 2015 - Secret Compass
Book Your "All Inclusive Holiday" with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in 2015/16
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a new brochure – "All Inclusive Holidays" – targeted specifically at the "yet to cruise" market. The brochure contains simple, all inclusive pricing, based on one cabin type, and tackles some of the perceived challenges of... - January 07, 2015 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Experiential Travel Products and Five-Star All Inclusive Cruises to Introduce at ATF Myanmar 2015
Luxury travel is becoming more experiential and personal. The growth of the experiential travel market is well reported and Vietnam has developed many such experiences for 2015 such as first five-star all inclusive Emperor Cruises in Nha Trang Bay. - January 05, 2015 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Blue Travel LLC is Launching KissFromItaly: a Transatlantic Journey in 1958 Inspires a Digital Success Story in 2014
Blue Travel LLC, boutique tour operator based in Boston with operations in Italy, is launching KissFromItaly a travel website offering luxury tours. - December 23, 2014 - KissFromItaly - Blue Travel LLC
Starry Arabian Nights at Desert Safari Dubai
Desert Rangers introduces its new camp with traditional design to enjoy the ever famous desert safari Dubai. - December 22, 2014 - Desert Rangers Travel & Tourism LLC
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District Completes Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District, part of the upper-upscale Wyndham Hotels and Resorts® brand, today announced the completion of the third and final phase of its renovation, a comprehensive update of the hotel’s exterior. This phase marks the conclusion of a multi-million dollar... - December 20, 2014 - Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District
Authentic Mexican Tastes at the New NOM Tequila Grill at Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
The cuisine at NOM Tequila Grill might have its culinary roots in Mexico with French and Spanish influences, but the ingredients on the menu are farm fresh and locally sourced. - December 19, 2014 - Ventura County Lodging Association
A New Book on Organic, Biodynamic and Natural Wines Gives the Reader the Facts
“Biodynamic, Organic and Natural Winemaking; Sustainable Viticulture and Viniculture” by Britt Karlsson (text) and Per Karlsson (photography), of BKWine, has recently been published by Floris Publishing. As environmental issues and sustainability becomes increasingly a concern for the... - December 19, 2014 - BKWine AB
Find the Perfect Presents in VenturaCountyWest
With the holidays upon us, you may be feeling the pressure to find those perfect gifts for the ones you love. No need to panic. Just about every type of gift, in all price ranges, can be discovered in VenturaCountyWest—from outlet store deals, to high-end splurges to antique finds. - December 18, 2014 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Start-Up PaperFlies Launches Inspiration Feature for the Wandering Traveller
Starting today the inspiration function of PaperFlies is ready for use. The flight ticket start-up targets wandering travellers that have no specific destination in mind. - December 17, 2014 - PaperFlies
Cycle, Trek and Horse Ride Mongolia with SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads is reaching higher altitudes with the launch of a multi-activity tour across the magnificent rugged plains of Mongolia. - December 15, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd