Opposites Attract - Sporting Resort and Spa Provides Best of Both Worlds
Mon, 09 Jun 2008, 13:27:14 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SWAINSBORO, Ga., June 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Imagine a getaway that provides sporting adventure and spa relaxation. Consider being in a rustic environment that is also luxurious. Delight in a place that caters to the need for fresh air as much as the desire for gourmet dining. These seeming opposites come together splendidly at Flat Creek Lodge in Southeast Georgia.

RV Rental Firm Takes the 'Bummer' Out of Summer with Gas Rebate Promotion
Wed, 21 May 2008, 12:28:21 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With all eyes on rising fuel prices, Allstar Luxury Coaches introduces its new GAS PASS promotion. The price of gas is breaking records and is expected to keep rising, which can make for some pain at the pumps on a summer road trip. In an effort to ease some of that pain, Allstar is rolling out this special offer: The new GAS PASS promotion gives RV renters a $300-$500 fuel rebate credit for new summer rentals.

The Cultural Explorer, a San Francisco-based Cultural and Philanthropic Tour Company, Shows Travelers How Easy it is to Help Others as They Travel South Africa
Mon, 12 May 2008, 10:11:31 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As TV viewers saw on Oprah's Big Give, it does not take a lot to make a difference in someone's life. The Cultural Explorer, a San Francisco-based cultural and philanthropic tour company, shows travelers how easy it is to help others as they travel. Beginning travel philanthropists need to know where to start and how to donate their time and money in a safe and effective way.

Hawaii Hotels Punish Rule-Breaking Smokers
Wed, 30 Apr 2008, 09:57:08 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii, April 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Travel Hawaii LLC, Hawaii's hotels are still adjusting to the comprehensive smoking ban that the State of Hawaii put in place in November of 2006. One of the outcomes of these adjustments are high and often mandatory cleaning charges, imposed by many hotels should a guest light up in a non-smoking hotel room.

Lake Geneva Resort Gives Mom a Well-Deserved Vacation
Mon, 28 Apr 2008, 20:14:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAKE GENEVA, Wis., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Cove of Lake Geneva All-Suite Resort and Conference Center is proud to announce their 'Mother's Day Enter to Win' contest running through May 5, 2008. Entrants are asked to describe, in 500 words or less, why their mother deserves to win a two night stay in one of The Cove's fully-appointed luxury suites.

Net Rate Hotel Program for Travel Agents
Mon, 28 Apr 2008, 14:07:57 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Fare Buzz launched a new, dynamic, web-based hotel booking engine - an industry first - allowing travel professionals to book hotels at net rates in over 100,000 hotel and resort properties.

From Farm to Table Hands Over Keys to Culinary Expertise During Sonoma Valley Foodie Weekends
Thu, 24 Apr 2008, 09:19:05 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SONOMA, Calif., April 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Discover the secrets of exceptional food and wine during an extravagant full-immersion culinary weekend, hosted by From Farm to Table, a gourmet travel company in Sonoma, California. Today, they announced the kick-off of a summer series of culinary and wine tours in a region that is world-renowned for its vineyards and artisan food producers.

Perillo Tours Offers Free Airfare to Italy via EuroFly Airlines
Tue, 22 Apr 2008, 09:41:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perillo Tours, America's leader in tourism to Italy since 1945, today announced one of the most aggressive promotions in Italian tourism history - free roundtrip airfare from New York's JFK to Rome, Bologna and Palermo aboard EuroFly airlines. The flights must be booked by June 1, 2008, in conjunction with select Perillo tours and specific departure dates.

iExplore Expands Into The United Kingdom
Wed, 05 Mar 2008, 00:10:44 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill. and LONDON, England, March 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago-based iExplore formally announced its global expansion plans, with today's launch of www.iExplore.co.uk, targeting adventure travelers in the U.K. It is the company's first formal effort outside of the U.S. since the company launched in 1999. iExplore is hoping to become the #1 ranked website for adventure and experiential travel in the U.K., replicating the position it has held in the U.S. since 2000.

The Vacation Never Ends with Unique Travel Group Planner
Mon, 25 Feb 2008, 08:23:53 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DENVER, Colo., Feb. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Can't get everyone together at the same time? Trying to juggle schedules to organize a family reunion? Help is on the way. Vacation Never Ends, LLC announces the launch of a new web site that brings together family and friends for easy trip and event planning.

1-800-SKI VAIL Validated by The Court of Appeals in Trademark Lawsuit Against Vail Ski Area
Fri, 15 Feb 2008, 11:20:13 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
DENVER, Colo. - Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On February, 7th 2008, a small business from Fort Collins, Colorado won in the Court of Appeals against skiing giant Vail Associates, Inc. (VA) over the right to use 1-800-SKI VAIL. In the appeal, the Tenth Circuit Court affirmed that Vail Associates could not use its registered trademark VAIL to prevent Eric Hanson from using his registered trademark, 1-800-SKI VAIL(R).

Wacky-Wacky Parking Fees at Waikiki Hotels
Tue, 12 Feb 2008, 07:55:40 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - Feb. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- You might get a great deal on a rental car on the island of Oahu. But if you stay in Waikiki, as almost all visitors to Oahu do, you may pay as much as $25 (plus tax) to park your car for the night, according to a survey of Waikiki hotels conducted by Travel Hawaii LLC in Honolulu, a leading Hawaii Internet booking service.

A New Romance Travel Guide For Sedona
Thu, 07 Feb 2008, 14:46:10 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEDONA, Ariz. - Feb. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phyllis Johnson Innovative Strategies, LLC announces Sedona Romance Travel, an online travel newsletter that captures the spirit of Sedona. A personal journey that guides the reader and describes why Sedona is a special place for romancing the spirit and nourishing the soul. A place where lives and relationships can change forever.

Travelong Receives Award from Delta Airlines
Thu, 24 Jan 2008, 10:33:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Delta Airlines presented its yearly sales award to Travelong.com in recognition for its Outstanding Performance in 2007. A spokesperson from Delta noted that the award is rarely granted and Travelong is one of only seven companies this year to receive this notable achievement.

New York Cruise Site Unravels Cruise Travel
Tue, 22 Jan 2008, 10:15:36 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new web site, Cruising From New York, providing all the information travelers need to plan a cruise from the three New York area ports, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Cape Liberty (Bayonne), N.J. was launched today by Anne Campbell, a veteran cruise industry journalist.

Renewed Hilton Hawaiian Lagoon in Waikiki Makes a Splash
Mon, 21 Jan 2008, 15:05:21 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - Jan. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hawaii's largest hotel, the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki has finally completed its long-awaited lagoon revitalization project, according to Travel Hawaii LLC, a leading Hawaii Internet booking service. The project has transformed the once murky, uninviting pond into a delightful 5 acre swimming and recreation center, open not only to guests of the Hilton Hawaiian Village, but to the general public as well.

Fareportal and Sam Jain Donate Two Air Tickets to Covenant House
Mon, 14 Jan 2008, 13:05:52 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FAREPORTAL is a technology solutions provider to the travel industry. Strategically located in 'Silicon Alley,' in the heart of New York City, their group of consultants is dedicated to harnessing the future of online travel technology for FAREPORTAL customers and partners. Covenant House New York is the nation's largest adolescent care agency serving homeless, runaway and at-risk youth.

Pay Nothing or Pay Through the Nose: In-Room Internet Access at Hawaii Hotels
Tue, 08 Jan 2008, 12:15:54 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Travel Hawaii LLC, a leading Hawaii Internet booking service, guests at Hawaii hotels can enjoy free high-speed internet access in their rooms, or they can pay up to $20/day. Different Hawaii hotels have wildly varying charges for this new 'must have' amenity.

Top Ten World Travel Destinations in 2007
Mon, 07 Jan 2008, 10:39:51 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill. - Jan. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iExplore announced today the list of Top Ten World Travel Destinations as determined by the vacation purchases of its adventure and experiential travelers. Egypt held on to its top position for the third straight year, and the rest of the top 10 was largely unchanged from 2006.

2007: The Best Hotel Gyms in the U.S.
Thu, 13 Dec 2007, 07:38:40 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Athletic-Minded Traveler LLC, a San Diego-based active lifestyle media company that operates the largest healthy travel site on the web, released today its 2007 ranking of 'The Best Hotel Gyms in the U.S.' The Top 10 hotel gyms received the company's recommendation after ongoing research of over 3,500 hotels and anonymous personal tours by the editorial staff

The Roaming Gnome Won't Spend Thanksgiving Alone, says CruiseJungle
Mon, 19 Nov 2007, 12:01:10 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Nov. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CruiseJungle's loveable monkey mascots, Lucy and Ethel are reaching out this holiday season and have invited Travelocity's Roaming Gnome to have Thanksgiving dinner with them on a cruise. They feel bad that the Gnome has to spend his holidays tramping through airports and is always at risk for being kidnapped as part of a prank.

Innovative Hawaii Hotel Construction Database Helps Consumers
Fri, 09 Nov 2007, 07:40:29 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - Nov. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Travel Hawaii LLC, a Hawaii-based Internet travel agency, has developed a database of Hawaii hotel construction and renovation projects designed to help consumers 'know before they go.' Customers can view all current construction projects and choose when it's best to schedule a Hawaii vacation and which hotels will be 'construction free.'

CheapOair is a Hitwise Top 10 Award Winner for the Third Time Consecutively!
Fri, 09 Nov 2007, 07:11:54 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Nov. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapOair, a top budget travel website dedicated to leveraging the latest technology to deliver cheap flights, is proud to announce that it has won the Hitwise Top 10 Award for the third time consecutively; ranking #9 by visitors among all U.S. Websites in the Travel Agencies Category for the Quarter ending July - September 2007.

Vacation Research and Planning Enhanced with Video
Wed, 31 Oct 2007, 20:53:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This was a bond that was just meant to happen. ResortsandLodges.com, a niche portal Web site that provides advertising for the hospitality and travel industry, recently completed a successful pilot program that brings high-quality, full-motion video to Internet users exploring their options in travel. The Web site is now the first and only one in its niche.

ResortsandLodges.com Brings Rich Media to the Travel Industry
Tue, 30 Oct 2007, 20:47:22 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Oct. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ResortsandLodges, a leading niche portal Web site providing advertising for the hospitality and travel industry, announces a major initiative to integrate custom-produced video into its Web site. The company recently launched a successful pilot program encompassing four highly-traveled regions on the site, presenting its resort and lodge partner properties through high-quality video shot and produced by ResortsandLodges.com.

TripMama Raises the Bar in Travel Comparison: Expands Its Technology and Ad Partners
Mon, 22 Oct 2007, 18:00:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TripMama, a leading travel comparison website, has announced several new upgrades to further improve the extremely popular web site, including new advertiser, Expedia.com. The New York based travel company works with the largest travel websites online to provide bargain hunters with the widest selection of discounted airfares.

CSA Travel Protection and Cheapoair.com to Deliver New Insurance Options
Wed, 17 Oct 2007, 21:59:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CSA Travel Protection, a leading provider of travel insurance, has teamed up with Cheapoair.com, a top budget travel website to provide Cheapoair consumers with affordable travel insurance. This partnership gives travelers immediate access to purchase travel protection at time of booking flight arrangements with Cheapoair.

CheapoAir Unveils 24/7 Customer Support
Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 17:55:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapoAir.com, a leading budget travel website catering to customers in cheap travel, has announced a sweeping overhaul to its customer service department, a spokesman from the company said yesterday. 'Our customers spoke and we heard! We discovered that our customers were genuinely pleased with our products, but preferred reduced hold times.'

TripMama Expands Travel Search with the Launch of Hotel Comparison and Car Comparison
Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 16:15:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TripMama, a rising star in the airfare comparison arena continues to expand. TripMama launched August 7, 2007 to rave reviews and with some of the most notable travel sites online. TripMama has provided an optimum flight comparison shopping experience to our swelling consumer base.

Perillo Announces the Release of All New Italy and Hawaii Vacation Brochures and DVD for 2008
Thu, 16 Aug 2007, 20:45:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. - Aug. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perillo Tours (PerilloTours.com), America's leader in tourism to Italy since 1945, today announced the release of their newest Italy and Hawaii vacation brochures for 2008 offering customers a variety of scenic and thrilling vacations to some of the most inspiring places in Italy and Hawaii.

GreatPorts Opens Doors for Cruise Travelers - Recently Acquired by CruiseJungle Holdings
Mon, 13 Aug 2007, 17:13:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SUNRISE, Fla. - Aug. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- There's great news for cruise travelers departing from North American ports. GreatPorts.com has been re-launched under new owners in a completely updated format. The company was recently acquired by CruiseJungle Holdings, Inc. operators of consumer cruise web site CruiseJungle.com.

CheapoAir is a Hitwise Top 10 Award Winner for the Second Time!
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 15:47:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapoAir.com, a top budget travel website dedicated to leveraging the latest technology to deliver cheap airline tickets, is proud to announce that it has won the Hitwise Top 10 Award for the second time by Visitors among all U.S. Websites in the Travel Agencies Category for the Quarter ending April - June 2007.

TripMama, a New Airfare Comparison Travel Website and Travel Forum Hits the Web
Wed, 08 Aug 2007, 16:30:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Aug. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TripMama is proud to announce the launch of their travel comparison website and travel talk forums, TripMama.com. Our airfare comparison tool empowers consumers to book the cheapest airfare from the top established brands online today.

Perillo Perks Travel Agents Take Roman Holiday With Steve Perillo
Mon, 16 Jul 2007, 23:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. - July 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When in Rome, three travel agency executives did as the Romans did. Perillo Tours, America's leader in tourism to Italy since 1945 and Hawaii since 1985, today announced the successful return from an all-expense paid trip to Rome, Italy for three top travel agency winners in the Perillo Perks Incentive Reward Program.

Leading Online Cruise Ship Travel Agency Announces Cruise Giveaway in Conjunction with News Talk 1470 AM KUTY in Palmdale, Calif.: The 1470 News Cruise
Wed, 13 Jun 2007, 19:32:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. - June 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- icruise.com announces that twice each day KUTY listeners will be given a cue to call to qualify for the cruise giveaway. This will happen each weekday between June 4th and June 22nd. icruise.com, The World's #1 Cruise Specialist, is a Lynbrook, New York-based on-line cruise travel agency.

Resort Fees at Hawaii Hotels Cause 'Checkout Sticker Shock'
Mon, 11 Jun 2007, 15:21:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - June 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Travel Hawaii LLC, a leading Hawaii Internet booking service, over 16 of Hawaii's leading hotels - mainly high end resorts - charge mandatory 'Resort Fees' of up to $26 per day that are automatically added to guests' bills upon checkout. These fees can cause 'checkout sticker shock' if guests don't include them in their pre-trip cost calculations.

30th Annual Fall Pilgrimage, September 29 - October 13, 2007, Historic Natchez on the Mississippi River
Wed, 16 May 2007, 17:30:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NATCHEZ, Miss. - May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Natchez Pilgrimage Tours' 30th annual Natchez Fall Pilgrimage showcases eighteen of the most splendid historic homes to be found anywhere in America from September 29 through October 13, 2007. For thirty years, Natchez has opened it arms to lovers of history, architecture and decorative arts during Natchez Fall Pilgrimage.

Austrian Airlines Presents Award to Travelong
Tue, 15 May 2007, 14:30:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - May 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Austrian Airlines presented its annual sales achievement award for 2006 to Travelong. Travelong.com is a regional mega agency dedicated to providing travel services to corporate and home based agents. Travelong is the recipient of the Outstanding Sales Achievement Award for Austrian Airlines NYC District 2006.

2007: The Top 10 Hotel Lap Pools in North America
Tue, 15 May 2007, 07:30:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - May 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Athletic-Minded Traveler LLC, a Southern California-based active lifestyle media company that operates the largest healthy travel site on the web, released today its 2007 ranking of 'The Top 10 Hotel Lap Pools in North America.'

Group Travel Planet Marks Seventh Anniversary with New Site for Groups
Fri, 30 Mar 2007, 15:00:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. - Mar. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group Travel Planet, LLC, the pioneer and leader of online group travel booking, today announced the launch of GroupAbout.com, a new community site for groups on the go that combines the power of the company's advanced group-booking engine with new collaboration and social networking tools that make it easier for groups to plan and share information.

Maryland Inn Named Number One in North America for Second Year in a Row
Fri, 23 Mar 2007, 19:49:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BALTIMORE, Md. - Mar. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Inn at Peralynna Manor of Rose Hill in Columbia, MD, was recently named the number one Inn in North America by Arrington's Inn Traveler Magazine - a magazine for the sophisticated bed and breakfast and country Inn traveler.

Libya Plans Ambitious Tourism Makeover; Predicts Free Zones Will Spur Investment
Tue, 20 Mar 2007, 16:00:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya - Mar. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, the leading U.S.-Libyan diversified business and consultancy group, tourism infrastructure development is being given national priority by the Libyan government, with the Libyan Economic Development Board, a policy result of the National Economic Strategy, tasked with steering the far ranging initiative.

Top-Selling Travel Agencies in Perillo Tours Perks Program Win Free Trip to Rome
Mon, 19 Mar 2007, 19:00:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. - Mar. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perillo Tours, America's leader in tourism to Italy since 1945 and Hawaii since 1985, today announced that three winning agency owner-managers and their guests will join Steve Perillo for an all-expense paid trip to Rome in April. The winning agencies are: Ruth Bravo Tours of Richardson, Texas, Bob Stolfi of Liberty Travel in Nanuet, New York, and Rita Cornelio of Mystic Valley Travel in Medford, Massachusetts.

Hawaii Tourism Slumps on Heels of Smoking Ban
Mon, 12 Mar 2007, 17:15:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - Mar. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Travel Hawaii LLC, Hawaii's tourism industry is in a slump, with overall January arrivals down nearly 6 percent from January 2006 and the lucrative Japanese market down over 12 percent. The decline comes on the heels of Hawaii's strict new smoking ban, which went into effect in November.

CheapoAir Enhances Customer Support
Wed, 07 Mar 2007, 01:38:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Mar. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapoAir.com, a budget travel website, dedicated to selling cheap airline tickets, responds to customer complaints about service, lengthy hold times and 800-number customer support. CheapoAir is growing exponentially. They are committed to consistently upgrading their airline ticket search and search results technology to deliver the cheapest fares in one-click.

New Interactive Hotel Maps Make Finding the Right Hotel a Snap
Tue, 06 Mar 2007, 14:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Mar. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a never ending quest to simplify online hotel reservations, Hotel Magician, a New York-based online travel reservations website, has launched a new hotel searching method on its website HotelMagician.com.

AgentFactor Announces Travel eFulfillment and Ticketing Services and Reduces Booking Process Cost
Tue, 20 Feb 2007, 03:08:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Feb. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AgentFactor, a travel-veteran venture, announces the new offering of Travel eFulfillment and Ticketing Services to online and offline travel businesses. This turn-key service enables travel businesses to partially, or fully, outsource their backend operation and to focus more on sales and marketing initiatives.

Five Diamond Resort Tempts Guests with Rare $1.5-Million, Heart-Shaped, Yellow Diamond on Valentine's Day
Tue, 13 Feb 2007, 16:59:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
LOS CABOS, Mexico - Feb. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the world's finest Five Diamond resorts is putting an exclamation point on Valentine's Day by showcasing the ultimate gift on this day for lovers: a rare, heart-shaped, 10.05 carat yellow diamond worth $1.5 million. It will be on display for guests to view, or, better yet, for one guest to buy to make an unsurpassed statement of undying love. Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort, the internationally heralded Five Diamond resort in Los Cabos, Mexico, has teamed up with Q Diamonds International Boutique to display the unique stone over the Valentine's Day week.

CheapoAir Upgrades and Introduces Auto-Airline Ticketing Technology from Fareportal
Wed, 17 Jan 2007, 01:17:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CheapoAir.com announced in partnership with Fareportal, a complex Multi-Airline Auto Ticketing Technology that integrates a three tier fraud detection checkpoint system that issues e-ticket confirmation to customers within a fraction of a second. CheapoAir.com is also announcing Auto-Airline Paper Tickets to be integrated into FedEx Shipping Software.

Top Ten World Travel Destinations in 2006
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 22:20:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
CHICAGO, Ill. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iExplore (iExplore.com) announced today the list of Top Ten World Travel Destinations as determined by the vacation purchases of its adventure and experiential travelers. Egypt held on to its top position, despite the increased turmoil in the Middle East in 2006. Antarctica and Argentina made their first appearance in iExplore's top ten.

NeverCheckIt.com Offers Easy Travel Kits to Help Travelers Carry-On
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 18:39:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOTHELL, Wash. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Victor Cox, CEO of Never Check It (www.nevercheckit.com), has formed a strategic partnership with Barclay Crocker Inc, a leading specialty formulated skin care Products Company to offer Easy Travel Kits.

Beating the Stress of Airport Security: Company Supplies Travelers with Pre-Packaged Amenities
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 17:23:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to ease the stress of long airport security lines, Stuff and Go(TM), a Palm Beach Gardens based company, has announced the availability of Stuff and Go Packs which contain pre-packaged, hard to find travel amenities.

2006: The Best Hotel Gyms in the U.S.
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 13:52:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Athletic-Minded Traveler LLC, a Southern California-based active lifestyle media company that operates the largest healthy travel site on the web, athleticmindedtraveler.com, released today its 2006 ranking of 'The Best Hotel Gyms in the U.S.' The Top 11 hotel gyms received the company's recommendation after in-depth research on over 3,000 hotels and anonymous personal tours by the editorial staff.

Audio Tour Publishers Announce Special Christmas Market Maps of Two Beloved Cities in Germany
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 15:24:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MUNICH, Germany, Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AudioTravel has unveiled a special free service for the 2006 Christmas season. The company, which, since last year, has enjoyed increasing success with its audio-guided tours (on CD, or as an mp3 download) of both Munich and Cologne, invites visitors and natives of Germany alike to make use of its inventive set of Christmas market maps for both of those cities at www.audiotravel.com/christmas.

InFlight Power - Power Mobile Devices while In-flight via the Coach Seat Music Jack
Thu, 16 Nov 2006, 17:35:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Nov. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- InflightPower.com announced today a new and improved product for those travelers interested in recharging a Cell phone, RIM Blackberry(R) or Apple iPod(R) while in-flight. The new InFlight Power(TM) recharging cable has just been released for market sales.

Aero-San Encourages Travelers to Protect Their Health and Travel Well During the Holiday Season
Tue, 14 Nov 2006, 19:38:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Nov. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many people will be on the road for the holidays during the upcoming weeks and they want to arrive at their loved ones happy, healthy and clean; Aero-San has a new product - the Premiere Travel Health Pack - that can help to make that happen.

Cheap Airfare and Budget Travel Web Site CheapoAir.com Signs up with TouricoHolidays.com Hotel Portal
Fri, 10 Nov 2006, 17:34:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Nov. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapoAir.com Cheap Airfare and Budget Travel Web Site announced today that it has signed a distribution agreement with TouricoHolidays.com, one of the largest hotel portals in the world. CheapoAir.com.com will utilize Tourico's hotel properties to create hotel and air dynamic packages to sell to its more than 1 million online customer base. TouricoHolidays.com has one of the most diverse hotel-negotiated rate portfolios in the world.

CheapOAir Acquires State of the Art Call Center
Mon, 09 Oct 2006, 14:55:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Oct. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CheapOAir.com announced that, in partnership with its technology partner Fareportal Inc., it has acquired a 26,000 square foot Call Center. This state of the art Call Center is equipped with the latest VoIP Telephony and Call Center technology. The CheapOAir.com Call Center capacity currently is 240 Seats with scalability to 950 seats. The Call Center is utilizing MPLS connectivity with 5 MBPS dedicated connection linking its New York City office with its Call Center.

Ontdek Leads Kenya Safari Adventures for the Discriminating Active Traveler
Thu, 05 Oct 2006, 21:13:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NYERI, KENYA - Oct. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Images of Kenya instantly bring thoughts of safari to mind. However, not all safaris are created equal. Ontdek Kenya Ltd. is a leading organizer of active holidays in Kenya. Peter and Anne Huysman own and operate Ontdek Kenya, Ltd. (Ontdek, meaning 'discover' in Dutch) along with a team of experienced Kenyan guides.

Audio Travel Guides Offer New Experiences for American Tourists With a Taste for London, Venice, Rome or Paris
Tue, 26 Sep 2006, 17:36:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
LONDON, U.K. - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Internet Content production-company known as the Content Lab launch four audio city guides for tourists visiting Europe. SoundGuides (sound-guides.com) provide the tourist with a complete solution for exploring Rome, Paris, London and Venice. Each audio guide can be downloaded on to an iPod or mobile phone and serves to replace the need for guidebooks completely. This allows the tourist free reign to design their own tour of these amazing cities.

Never Check It Offers Pre-approved Travel Sized Toiletries for Travelers
Mon, 25 Sep 2006, 20:39:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
BOTHELL, Wash. - Sept. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Victor Cox, CEO of Never Check It (nevercheckit.com), has formed a strategic affiliation with Minimus, the world leader in all things travel-sized, to offer travelers the ability to purchase approved toiletries and other banned items before they fly in the wake of today's TSA announcement. This will ensure that travelers will be able to carry-on luggage, which will save valuable time, money, and help alleviate the stress associated with travel

Peralynna Buys the Beach! Exclusive Waterfront and Water View Suites in South Beach, Florida, Now on Peralynna Properties' List of Accommodations
Tue, 19 Sep 2006, 17:57:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
COLUMBIA, Md. - Sept. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maryland based Peralynna Properties are expanding the list of luxurious suites and villas they own and manage. The Bentley South Beach, 510 Ocean Drive, Miami, Florida, is the latest location offered by Peralynna owners, David and Cynthia Lynn of The Inn at Peralynna Manor, in Columbia Maryland.

CheapoAir Upgrades Airline Fare Search Technology
Fri, 15 Sep 2006, 15:01:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Sept. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CheapoAir.com announced in partnership with Fareportal, a complex Flight Fare Search Technology enabling consumers to search for flights to airports within a 100 mile radius of the original searched airport. This technology will assist in providing lower competitive fares on CheapoAir.com. The user may select the option to search for additional airports within a given radius or may choose to ignore this advanced search option. Fares are usually 5-30% lower when the user selects this advanced search feature while conducting a search for cheap airfares.

Film Buffs Get Ready for 20th Pan African Film and Television Festival (FESPACO)
Tue, 12 Sep 2006, 16:20:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Sept. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Filmmakers, producers, distributors, and fans will gather in Ougadougou, Burkina Faso for the 20th Pan African Film and Television festival, February 24 - March 3, 2007. The official travel agency for the festival, New York based Access Africa, Inc., is offering a 10-day air/land package on Air France.

Perillo Announces the Release of All New Italy and Hawaii Vacation Brochures for 2007
Wed, 30 Aug 2006, 16:40:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. - Aug. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perillo Tours, America's leader in tourism to Italy since 1945, today announced the release of their newest Italy and Hawaii vacation brochures for 2007 offering customers a whole new variety of scenic and thrilling vacations to some of the most inspiring places in Italy and Hawaii.

Never Check It Introduces New Service to Help Travelers 'Carry-On'
Tue, 29 Aug 2006, 21:59:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOTHELL, Wash. - Aug. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Victor Cox, CEO of Never Check It (NeverCheckIt.com), has introduced a free unique service that allows travelers to pre-order toiletries and other banned items before they fly. This will ensure that travelers will be able to carry-on luggage, which will save valuable time, money, and help alleviate the stress associated with travel.

All Star Luxury Coaches' RV Rentals Provide Comfort and Style without the Hassle of Purchase
Mon, 21 Aug 2006, 17:50:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
ORLANDO, FL - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Need a getaway? Not sure of where to begin? All Star Luxury Coaches offer clients the chance to drive and travel in a luxury diesel RV, without the expense and responsibility of owning one.

The Inn at Peralynna Manor, 'Best Inn in North America 2005 and 2006,' adds NICKY O South Beach Suites to Their List of Properties
Tue, 08 Aug 2006, 23:59:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
COLUMBIA, MD and MIAMI, FL - Aug. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- David and Cynthia Lynn, Owners of 'The Number One Rated Inn in North America for 2005 and 2006,' The Inn at Peralynna Manor, Columbia, MD announce the purchase of 3 King size suites in The NICKY O South Beach, Miami, Florida, the Flagship of Nicky Hilton's VIP Boutique Hotel Chain. Bringing together the French Regency style, with the added glamorous touch of modern Hollywood, the hotel is destined to be a perfect addition to the Art Deco facades of famous South Beach architecture.

Travel Agent Offers Group Cruises
Wed, 05 Jul 2006, 15:50:00 EDT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
HOPE MILLS, NC - July 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whether you're planning a wedding, family reunion, convention or group vacation, chances are you'll want to host your event on a cruise ship if Travel Agent Davedda Smith has anything to say about it. She's been busy booking group cruises by touting the incredible value customers receive onboard.

InFlight Power - Power Mobile Devices while In-flight via the Coach Seat Music Jack
Wed, 14 Jun 2006, 18:09:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons
LOS ANGELES, CA - June 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- InflightPower.com announced today the introduction of a new product for those travelers interested in recharging a cell phone, Blackberry(R) or iPod(R) while on the fly. The InFlight Power(TM) USB recharging cable has just been released for market sales.

Travel Healthy, Travel Well at the 2006 Travel Expo
Fri, 02 Jun 2006, 03:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
ENCINO, CA - June 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Airlines are fighting for their financial lives, says Aero-San Corporation. Cost-cutting has affected every area of operations from in-flight meals, to blanket and pillow service, to cleaning and sanitation. Several major airlines have already stopped providing blankets and pillows, almost all want to sell you snacks.

Baby Boomers and Empty Nesters Take Their Wealthy Inner Children on Vacation
Tue, 16 May 2006, 15:52:00 EDT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
HOBOKEN, NJ - May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- America's suburban families are growing up - and out. As baby boomers say good-bye to their adult children, this career-driven segment of society is rediscovering leisure time. The trend of swapping their city apartments (originally purchased as relief from killer commutes) with like-minded travel-bugs worldwide, has been on the rise, according to a recent member survey conducted by the website Digsville.com.

America's Vacation Center / American Express Accomplishes Industry First - Booking a Cruise from 30,000 Feet
Thu, 04 May 2006, 06:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, CA - May 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- America's Vacation Center / American Express (AVC) continued to break new ground last week, when agency co-president Brad Anderson booked a Royal Caribbean cruise while on a commercial flight. Using America's Vacation Center's exclusive Agent Power(TM) software and the satellite Internet connection on the Lufthansa 747 airplane, Anderson successfully booked a deluxe balcony cabin aboard the Freedom of the Seas.

Unique Health Retreat Offers Lifestyle Changes in Paradise
Tue, 25 Apr 2006, 15:18:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
KAHULUI, Hawaii - Apr. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The sounds of the ocean, the smell of plumeria in the air, and the chirping of exotic birds in the garden. These are the attractions touted by 'The Road to Life,' a new and unusual health and lifestyle modification retreat in the isolated Hawaiian community of Hana, on the island of Maui. Sponsored by Rational Christian Ministries, a non-denominational Christian ministry dedicated to health and wellness education,

Renovations Make Meridian Hotel Orlando a Vacationer's Dream Destination
Fri, 21 Apr 2006, 18:24:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
ORLANDO, FL - Apr. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE)-- The Meridian Hotel Orlando - Disney Maingate - has just been newly renovated. The entire property has been completely upgraded to better meet its Florida vacationers' needs, it was announced today by Orlandoescape.com.

'Best Inn in North America 2006' - Top Honors Again Go to Luxury Boutique-style Inn in Columbia, Maryland
Fri, 21 Apr 2006, 17:16:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
COLUMBIA, MD - Apr. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Inn at Peralynna Manor, a small Maryland Luxury Inn, is voted by guests and recognized by Arrington's Inn Traveler Magazine, 'Best Overall Bed and Breakfast/Inn in North America 2006.' For the past two years, 2005 and 2006, Peralynna has taken top honors in competition with 33,000 Inns and B & B's in the US and Canada. In 2004, Peralynna was recognized by Arrington's as 'Best Inn in the USA.'

America's Vacation Center Wins American Express Travel Representative Excellence Award
Tue, 04 Apr 2006, 16:51:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
SAN DIEGO, CA - Apr. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- America's Vacation Center announced today that it was named winner of this year's prestigious American Express U.S. Consumer Travel Network (CTN) Representative Excellence Award. America's Vacation Center joined the American Express network in 1987 and because of their commitment to customer service has won the award every year that they have been part of the network.

CheapoAir.com Launches Website that Offers Multi-Channel Lowest Fare Search and Booking Technology
Tue, 14 Mar 2006, 21:00:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEW YORK, NY - Mar. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapoAir.com is an online consumer, air ticket wholesaler offering over 18 million special airfares, last-minute discounted fares, and unsold tickets at bargain rates. All fares are backed by the company's low-fare guarantee, anywhere on the Internet.

USA TODAY MileTracker(TM) Further Distances Itself from the Competition!
Thu, 09 Mar 2006, 14:58:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Mar. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DeskPort Technologies announced today that USA TODAY MileTracker, the free application allowing travelers to easily track their frequent flier mileage and points, has added nine more programs, bringing the total programs indexed to 109. This is over 40 more programs than offered by other pay-for-use services.

New Traveller's Edge Product Line to Debut at Travel Goods Show
Thu, 02 Mar 2006, 19:44:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
LAS VEGAS, NV - Mar. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new line of personal health and hygiene products from Aero-San Corporation (Booth 125) will debut on March 7, 2006 at the Travel Goods Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Traveller's Edge(TM) product line is designed for travelers who want to help protect themselves from the grime and germs found on high traffic surfaces in commercial aircraft and other public areas.

The Latest Buzz in Travel!
Thu, 02 Mar 2006, 18:21:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
NEW YORK, NY - Mar. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York based Fare Buzz has added New Dimensions to Air Consolidation. With its low consolidator fares and unique fusion of Products, Tools and Service, Fare Buzz has created a Buzz in the Travel Industry.

Riley Books Has Released First Book Dedicated Entirely to Travel Options Surrounding City of Loreto in Baja, Mexico
Tue, 28 Feb 2006, 20:58:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
SPOKANE, WA - Feb. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Instead of the brief coverage Loreto has received to date, 'You Decide Travel Guide: Loreto' (ISBN: 0-9708898-5-2) dedicates two full pages of information on each hotel or lodging property along with specific practical information on dining and activity options for you to enjoy during your stay in Loreto.

Travel Expert Fred Brenner Has Devised 40 Brainteasers for Your Audience Related to U.S. and Canadian Travel and Geography
Mon, 27 Feb 2006, 13:29:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAKE ZURICH, IL - Feb. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Travel expert Fred Brenner is able to provide entertaining and informative answers and explanations to your audience to forty fascinating and thought-provoking brainteasers devised by Brenner related to U.S. and Canadian travel and geography. Brenner has traveled on two-lane roads in all fifty U.S. states as well as in nearly every province and territory of Canada. He devised the questions and discovered their little-known answers through his extensive travels, study of maps, and by performing detailed research.

Fighting the Spread of Disease Among Airline Passengers
Thu, 16 Feb 2006, 11:24:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ENCINO, CA - Feb. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International travel is often cited as a major factor in the global spread of disease. Contracting an illness while aboard an airplane can be a serious matter. From the annoying common cold to more serious SARS infections, air travelers are exposed to more germs and disease than ever before. A fast growing company in Southern California has recently produced a product which could allay many of these fears. Aero-San Corporation has designed and manufactures convenient and affordable airline seat cover and head rest packages under the name of Traveller's Edge(TM).

Poppa Neutrino Partners with Riley Books to use eBay Auctions to Garner Sponsors for Raft Trip to China
Tue, 31 Jan 2006, 01:31:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The media follows David Pearlman aka Poppa Neutrino wherever he goes. Poppa Neutrino's journeys have been chronicled by National Geographic, the New Yorker and dozens of other media outlets. This latest voyage is certain to garner the same kind of attention that his earlier ones have. Pearlman is no stranger to ocean crossings, having crossed the Atlantic during the nineties and even having made a 1800 mile journey down the Mississippi River.

Leading Online Consolidator Booking Tool Now Available to Travel Agents
Tue, 24 Jan 2006, 16:02:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, NY - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York based Fare Buzz (www.farebuzz.com), announced today its advanced Web-based Booking Engine tool will be made available to Travel Agents and their Agency's Websites for easier accessibility. The industry leader in Air Consolidator fares and their Web-based booking engine has made it easier for Agents to search worldwide fares and eliminates the need to contact several air consolidators to get the best fare.

Largest Healthy Travel Site Launches with 100 Destinations
Thu, 12 Jan 2006, 11:25:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SAN DIEGO, CA - Jan. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Athletic-Minded Traveler LLC, a San Diego based healthy-living media company, announced today the launch of its new healthy travel portal, athleticmindedtraveler.com. This first-of-its-kind site arms travelers with accurate information and credible recommendations on fitness-focused hotels, superior health clubs and gyms, healthy eating options, running routes, retailers, and more in 100 North American destinations.

Travel Agent Sells More than $150,000 in Her First Month with America's Vacation Center / American Express
Tue, 10 Jan 2006, 12:28:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, CA - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Within a month of her first sale as an independent contractor with America's Vacation Center, home-based travel agent Alisha Kier has sold more than $150,000 in cruise and vacation packages. 'The support I receive from America's Vacation Center is unparalleled in the industry,' Kier said. 'Their Live Leads(TM) and cutting-edge technology help me fulfill my desire to bring families together and give them their dream vacations.'

Top Ten World Travel Destinations In 2005
Mon, 09 Jan 2006, 12:31:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
CHICAGO, IL - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iExplore (www.iExplore.com) announced today the list of Top Ten World Travel Destinations as determined by the vacation purchases of its adventure and experiential travelers.

Group Travel Planet LLC Launches First-Ever Direct Connect Technology for Group Hotel Distribution
Wed, 04 Jan 2006, 14:18:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group Travel Planet LLC, the pioneer and leader of online group travel, marked a major step in hotel distribution by today announcing that it has built first-ever direct connections that pull group hotel rates and inventory from hotel central reservation systems (CRS), property management systems (PMS), providers of distribution management solutions and merchant hotel distributors.

Leading Corporate & Leisure Air Consolidator Celebrates Record Year
Tue, 03 Jan 2006, 14:22:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, NY - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York based FareBuzz.com, the industry leader in Air Consolidator fares, celebrated another record year as its client roster and revenue base grew significantly in 2005. 'Our expansion and growth into the Corporate Travel Agency sector was a primary reason we enjoyed another record year,' said FareBuzz.com CEO Arnold Walter. A contributing driver for this tremendous growth was the introduction of an upgraded Online Booking Tool to enhance their current Best Fare/Real Time booking engine for Business & First Class fares.

Best Inn in North America 2005 Award goes to Boutique-style Luxury Inn in Columbia, MD
Wed, 21 Dec 2005, 13:58:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
COLUMBIA, MD - Dec. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Inn at Peralynna Manor, a small Maryland Luxury Inn, was selected 'Best in North America,' 2005, by Arrington's Inn Traveler Magazine. In competition with 33,000 Inns and B & B's, Peralynna has taken the top spot in 2005. In 2004, Peralynna was awarded 'Best Inn in USA' by Arrington's.

Perillo Tours' New HD-DVD Brochures Let Travelers Discover the Romance of Italy Without Leaving Their Living Room
Mon, 19 Dec 2005, 11:28:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perillo Tours, Inc., America's leader in tourism to Italy since 1945, today announced the launch of their originally produced, High Definition DVD brochure 'Discover Italy,' allowing travelers to explore the lush landscapes of Italy right from the comfort of their own living room, before making their final travel plans.

Group Travel Planet LLC Named Travel Partner of Choice by VISIT FLORIDA
Mon, 21 Nov 2005, 13:45:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN - Nov. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group Travel Planet, LLC, the pioneer and leader of online group travel booking, and VISIT FLORIDA, the official source for travel planning for the Sunshine State, today announced a strategic partnership that names Group Travel Planet the group travel partner of choice for VISIT FLORIDA.

Charter Bus America, Inc. Launches Website Providing Charter Bus Travel Quotes and Reservations in Seconds Online
Fri, 18 Nov 2005, 12:09:00 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
AUSTIN, TX - Nov. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Charter Bus America, Inc. today announced that it has launched an online reservation system, allowing travelers to access multiple quotes and information for custom charter bus travel in a matter of seconds. The pilot launch targets charter bus rentals in Austin, Texas, but the company plans to make all Texas charter bus rentals available by the end of November and several other states by the end of this year.

The Active Network Partners with Group Travel Planet to Provide Members with Online Group Travel Deals and Reservations
Tue, 01 Nov 2005, 15:10:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN - Nov. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Active Network Inc. (Active) and Group Travel Planet, LLC today announced a new marketing partnership that allows Active's team administrators, event directors and customers to book group hotel rooms and motor coach charters at deeply discounted rates using Group Travel Planet's unique online reservation technology.

Traveling With Kids Holiday Survival Guide
Thu, 27 Oct 2005, 12:00:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Oct. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's that time of year again and parents are starting to think about traveling over the holidays. Whether it's a road trip to see family and friends, a ski vacation or an airplane ride to a warm sunny beach, Traveling With Kids can ease the pressure of traveling with children.

TravelNet Solutions Creates a Rush for Travel Deals in Unique Destinations at ResortsandLodges.com
Wed, 12 Oct 2005, 16:11:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SAINT PAUL, MN - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the launch of its incrediDEALS(TM) product, TravelNet Solutions has tapped into a market of millions of consumers who want more than the standard deals offered by most travel sites. New incrediDEALS(TM) product offers exclusive travel deals to last minute shoppers, bargain hunters.

The GEM Group, Ltd. Announces 'How to Start a Tour Guiding Business,' Workshop and Book by Gerry Mitchell
Mon, 22 Aug 2005, 20:57:00 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
ATLANTA, GA - August 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The GEM Group, Ltd., offering workshops and seminars on travel and tourism careers and opportunities, today announced the publication of 'Tour Guiding: How to Start a Tour Guiding Business,' by Gerry Mitchell, an all-inclusive manual for tourism professionals and anyone who aspires to joint the wonderful world of travel tourism. The book will also be used as a companion volume in Mr. Mitchell's acclaimed workshop to be held November 6th - November 12th in Charleston, South Carolina.

iExplore Upgrades Website - Adds 'Find A Travel Buddy'
Fri, 29 Jul 2005, 13:58:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
CHICAGO, IL - July 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iExplore announced today the launch of the newest version of its award-winning adventure travel website. Version 4.0 includes richer content and community sections. iExplore has been named the 'Best Adventure Travel Website' by Forbes Magazine for five years in a row.