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New $5 Bus Service Offered by California Shuttle Bus Between Los Angeles and San Francisco
LOS ANGELES, June 18 PRNewswire — California Shuttle Bus today announced that they are going to begin offering new shuttle bus services between Los Angeles and San Francisco starting at $5. California Shuttle Bus will also expand their services to include midnight and noon departures...
Visitors Encouraged to 'Pack Your Bags for Amelia Island'
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — As airlines begin to make costly changes to checked baggage policies, one Florida destination is offering travelers some welcome relief. Amelia Island, located off the northeastern-most coast of Florida, has created a new "Pack Your Bags for...
AMR Corporation Continues to Tackle Current Challenges Head on
NEW YORK, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Gerard Arpey, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AMR Corporation (NYSE: AMR), the parent company of American Airlines, Inc., said today that the world's largest airline continues to tackle "head on" the challenges of record fuel prices and...
Table Trac Inc. Adds Eight New Thunderbird Locations
MINNEAPOLIS, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Table Trac, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: TBTC), is pleased to announce that it has contracted for additional installations with Thunderbird Resorts. Thunderbird Resorts, a premier resort and casino operator throughout Central and South America...
Innovation and Imagination are Cornerstones of the Neighborhoods Onboard Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas
MIAMI, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Steeped in a philosophy that innovation and imagination contribute to a remarkable cruise vacation, Royal Caribbean has once again raised the bar with the announcement of the latest amenities on its newest ship, Oasis of the Seas. Launching in late...
Aboard Queen Mary 2's Transatlantic Crossings, Plays and Workshops by London's Royal Academy of Dramatic Art Set the Stage for Enriching Voyages
SOUTHAMPTON, England, June 18 PRNewswire — With Queen Mary 2's Transatlantic season underway, the accomplished actors and directors of London's Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) are engaged in a full programme of performances and workshops designed to engage and entertain the...
Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority to Have Installed the Largest Single Roof-Mounted Solar Array in the United States on Atlantic City Convention Center
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., June 18 PRNewswire — The Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority (ACCVA) announced today that it has awarded Pepco Energy Services, a subsidiary of Pepco Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: POM) a 20-year power purchase agreement with the Atlantic City Convention Center...
MSC Cruises' Europe 2009 Sailings Now Available
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — Guests who book a stateroom on one of MSC Cruises' exciting 2009 Europe sailings by July 31 will receive an Extra Early Booking bonus in the form of shipboard credit. The amount of the shipboard credit will be determined by the type of...
GTA by Travelport to Participate in National Tour Association China Inbound Program
NEW YORK, June 18 PRNewswire — GTA by Travelport, one of the world's leading wholesalers of hotels, ground products and services to the travel industry, today announced that it has been selected to participate in the National Tour Association's (NTA) China Inbound Program. Resulting...
Toronto events add sizzle to the summer season
TORONTO, June 18 PRNewswire - Discover summer in Toronto with a full line-up of festival celebrations, dramatic performing arts and edge-of-your-seat sports action for only $89 per night. This summer season Toronto has something for everyone. "Summer in the city is best enjoyed on a patio...
Continental Airlines Named Best North American Airline for Fifth Straight Year at OAG Awards
HOUSTON, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today announced that it was named the "Best Airline in North America" at the 2008 OAG Airline of the Year Awards. This is the fifth straight year that Continental has received the award. In addition, Continental...
Five Ways to Enjoy Your Summer Vacation - Outdoors, on the Cheap and Close to Home
BOULDER, Colo., June 18 PRNewswire — Gas prices at $4 per gallon. New fees for checked luggage. The dollar weakening against the Euro. It's no wonder that American families are planning more close-to-home adventures this summer. And where better to go than to the great outdoors? Spend a...
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts Named a Preferred Luxury Travel Provider for AARP(R) Members
Relationship Brings Exclusive Offers to AARP Members Who Vacation At The Caribbean's Only Luxury Included(R) Resorts WASHINGTON, June 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — AARP Services Inc. and Unique Vacations Inc., the worldwide representative of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, have...
Microtel Inn & Suites Hotel Debuts in Johnstown, New York with Brand's New Prototype Design
ATLANTA, June 18 PRNewswire — A 73-room Microtel Inn & Suites hotel has opened at 136 North Comrie Avenue in the historic city of Johnstown, New York, off Route 30A and the New York State Thruway (I-90) at exit 28. Located in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, the...
Harrah's Entertainment Awarded During Asian Enterprise Magazine's 15th National Asian Entrepreneur Award Ceremony
LAS VEGAS, June 18 PRNewswire — Asian Enterprise Magazine recognized Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. as one of the top US corporations for Asian Pacific Americans. Fred Keeton, chief diversity officer for Harrah's, was presented with the 2008 Advocate of the Year Award for Small...
Recently Revamped Travel Website SeeANZ.com Brings Visitors Closer to a Dream Vacation in the South Pacific
CHICAGO, June 18 PRNewswire — For many people, their only experiences of the South Pacific are seasons two, 13 and 14 of the reality TV show "Survivor." The recently revamped website SeeANZ.com . For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com. SOURCE SeeANZ
International Cruise Victims Association (ICV) President and Cruise and Crime Experts to Testify at U.S. Senate Hearing on June 19, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
United States Senate to Address Issues to Protect Americans from Crimes on Cruise Ships SAMMAMISH, Wash., June 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The United States Senate has scheduled a hearing on June 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. on "Cruise Ship Safety: Examining Potential Steps For Keeping...
The Ritz-Carlton Club Launches 'Give Back Getaways'
ORLANDO, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — The industry's leading fractional ownership brand — The Ritz-Carlton Club — now provides Members with the opportunity to volunteer their time and contribute to the local community in which they vacation. "Give Back Getaways" is a new...
New Report Examines Alarming Increase in Motorcycle Rider Deaths
Explosion in motorcycle sales, training shortfalls, licensing issues, decline in helmet use are key issues WASHINGTON, June 18 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Friday marks the official start of summer, and millions of Americans will hit the roads to head to their summer vacations...
Virgin America and Match.com Bring SuperFly Singles to The Venetian Las Vegas
SAN FRANCISCO, June 18 PRNewswire — Virgin America, the California-based airline that is bringing fun and style back to flying, today partnered with Match.com to bring singles aboard the airline's "SuperFly" Wednesday night series for an evening of social networking and fun. Bob Guiney...
Viva Macau Launches Online Casino
MACAU, China, June 18 PRNewswire — Viva Macau's site ( http://www.vivamacau.com ) incorporates cutting edge technology and superior theme design. Supplemented by a management team with decades of experience in some of the most tightly regulated gaming environments in the world, the...
Hits Galore Announces On-Line Marketing Offer Including Free .travel Domain Name and Subscription to job.travel
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — Hits Galore, a worldwide network of destination websites, launches special incentive offer for on-line marketing and advertising opportunities. For an introductory period, all sponsorships will receive a free .travel domain name and a...
WSI Corporation Announces Latest Pilotbrief Online(TM) Release
ANDOVER, Mass., June 18 PRNewswire — WSI Corporation 121 233 7600. SOURCE WSI Corporation
Beat the Cost of Gas and the Guilt of CO2 Emissions - Explore the Natural World Close to Home With BayNature.org
BERKELEY, Calif., June 18 PRNewswire — As Bay Area residents weather record-high gas prices, tight household budgets and concern about contributing to global warming with air travel or long road trips, the publishers of Bay Nature magazine are providing a powerful online gateway to...
Radisson Near Dallas Love Field Announces New Name and Property Upgrade
DALLAS, June 18 PRNewswire — Radisson Hotels & Resorts and Harrell Hospitality Group LLC today announced the Radisson Hotel Dallas Love Field has been renamed as the Radisson Hotel & Suites Dallas Love Field. The 297-room hotel, located on 1241 West Mockingbird Lane, near...
Human Factors International Launches 'CUA Central,' Web 2.0 Online Community for Certified Usability Analysts, During 2008 International UPA Conference
NEW YORK, June 18 PRNewswire — Human Factors International (HFI), the global user-experience design leader, today announces its launch of "CUA Central," the official Web 2.0 online community dedicated to Certified Usability Analysts(TM). CUA Central debuts at the premier annual event of...
FLO Penetrates Meetings Management Market
CHANTILLY, Va., June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — FLO Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: FLRP), a leading Registered Traveler (RT) services provider, today announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Universal Meeting Management, Inc. (UMM), a premier meetings management company...
MGM MIRAGE Hospitality, Diaoyutai State Guesthouse and Sinosteel Announce Major Project in Tianjin, China
LAS VEGAS, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — MGM MIRAGE Hospitality, a subsidiary of MGM MIRAGE (NYSE: MGM), along with its joint venture partner Diaoyutai State Guesthouse today announced that they have executed definitive agreements with Sinosteel International Plaza Co., Ltd. to provide...
America's Vacation Center Named Finalist for the Best Travel Agency Web Site
MIAMI, June 18 PRNewswire — America's Vacation Center (AVC), one of the leading travel agencies in North America and beyond, today announced that TravelAge West magazine selected the company as a finalist for the "Best Agency Web site" 2008 Trendsetter Award. TravelAge West chose AVC as...
Intrepid Travel Announces New Antarctic Adventure from the Travel Lab
BOULDER, Colo., June 18 PRNewswire — Intrepid Travel's new research and development division, The Travel Lab, announces the launch of its new luxury Antarctic adventure: a visit to experience the land of the emperor penguin. The exploration of this region, once the sole domain of...
New Kenya Honeymoon Safari Accommodations Announced from Heritage Hotels
DENVER, June 18 PRNewswire — Heritage Hotels, Kenya's top provider of romantic Kenya honeymoon safari experiences, announces the completion of new honeymoon accommodations at the famed Mara Intrepids Camp in the Maasai Mara game reserve. These new permanent tents feature a raised...
Here to Here World Tour enters Poland
WARSAW, Poland, June 18 PRNewswire - The 2008 Here to Here World Tour has officially entered Poland after travelling through England, the Isle of Man, Scotland, Northern Ireland, France and Germany. C.J. and Dylan Wilkins, two brothers from Calgary, Alberta, Canada are attempting to...
Global Hotel Alliance Announces JurysDoyle as Tenth Member
IRVING, Texas, June 18 PRNewswire — At a signing ceremony in Dublin, as part of its bi-annual CEO Committee meeting, Global Hotel Alliance today announced that it will welcome JurysDoyle as its tenth member later this year, after JurysDoyle has completed a re-launch process, which...
Neudesic Releases NeuGuest Platform for Hospitality Industry
IRVINE, Calif., June 18 PRNewswire — Neudesic, a leading National Systems Integrator and Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, announced today the release of its NeuGuest product. NeuGuest provides the hospitality industry with the ability to gather, analyze, and act upon information in...
DOLLAR(R) Launches New Service for Mobile Devices
TULSA, Okla., June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Dollar Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), has unveiled a new mobile service that allows travelers to make a reservation with DOLLAR.com, the company's award-winning Web site, anywhere using a cell...
Holland America Line's ms Eurodam Offers Top-Deck Spa Staterooms
SEATTLE, June 18 PRNewswire — Holland America Line's new ms Eurodam is taking guests to new heights with 56 luxury Spa Staterooms located on the two highest decks of the Signature-class ship. The 2,104-guest Signature-class Eurodam is the first ship in Holland America Line's fleet to...
Viva Macau Launches Online Casino
MACAU, June 18 PRNewswire — Mong Ha Media has announced the launch of its new online casino, http://www.vivamacau.com. Viva Macau features three separate product lines that allow its customers to play casino games, take sportsbook action and connect to a network with thousands of poker...
Top 10 Summer Pet Health Tips from PetMD.org
BUFFALO, N.Y., June 18 PRNewswire — June 21st marks the beginning of summer and all of those situations that can create havoc for your pet and you. Heat, humidity, travel, fleas, ticks. PetMD.org, the 3-D digital magazine dedicated to pet health care, has issued its Top 10 Summer Pet...
Sheldon Good & Company to Auction One of Last High-Density, Approved Condominium Development Sites in Playacar, Mexico; 17.92-Acre (7.25 Hectares) Site to be Auctioned on July 15th
CHICAGO and PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Mexico, June 18 PRNewswire — In yet another exciting offering, Sheldon Good & Company Auctions, LLC (www.sheldongood.com), the nation's largest real estate auction company, today announced that it has been retained to auction a spectacular 17.92-acre...
Moorings Marina Renovates 32 Hotel Vacation Rentals in Carrabelle, Florida
CARRABELLE, Fla., June 18 PRNewswire — The Moorings Marina, noted for being in the center of some of the world's best fishing, is announcing the completion of 32 marina view hotel rooms. To launch the opening of the rooms, the Moorings is offering one free night for every 2 night's...
LUSSO Collection Acquires New Properties in Anguilla, Cabo San Lucas and Naples
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., June 18 PRNewswire — The LUSSO Collection, an exclusive boutique travel destination club providing members unlimited access to a collection of multi-million dollar residences in the world's most sought-after vacation destinations, has acquired new properties in Cabo...
CheapTickets.com Launches Summer BBQ Microsite Featuring the Insights of Grill Guru, Rick Browne of PBS' Barbecue America
CHICAGO, June 18 PRNewswire — CheapTickets.com . SOURCE CheapTickets
National Poll Shows More Americans Planning Summer 'Staycations' and More Time Around the Grill
PALATINE, Ill., June 18 PRNewswire — Forty percent of Americans taking "staycations" this summer say they will grill outdoors more as part of their staycation plans, according to the latest Weber GrillWatch Pulse(TM). As a result, 46 percent of them say they will spend more money on...
Large European Casino Operator - Hit Group - Chooses Bally's Networked Floor of the Future(TM) for Its Gaming and Entertainment Centers in Slovenia
LAS VEGAS, June 18 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Bally Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BYI), a leader in slots, video machines, casino management systems and networked solutions for the global gaming industry, announced today that one of Europe's largest gaming operators, Hit Group, has selected...
Avoid Baggage Fees: What Not to Pack
PENNINGTON, N.J., June 18 PRNewswire — Travelers' woes are rising along with gas prices this summer as United Airlines and US Airways join American Airlines in charging fliers $15 for a single checked bag. IndependentTraveler.com (www.independenttraveler.com), a leader in online...
Brunswick Billiards Delivers Home Theater Experience, Partners with Berkline to Introduce New Furniture Offering
BRISTOL, Wis., June 18 PRNewswire — Brunswick Billiards and Berkline are teaming up to create a new line of Brunswick-exclusive home theater seating that represents Brunswick's introduction into this fast-growing, home entertainment category. "Home theater seating is the most exciting...
InnSuites' Fully Diluted Earnings Per Share Up 75%
PHOENIX, June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — InnSuites Hospitality Trust (Amex: IHT) Highlights: — Fully diluted earnings per share increased to $0.14 from $0.08 in the prior year three-month period. — Operating income increased $637,000, or 40%, to $2.2 million for the first...
Crystal 2009 Value Collection - Broad Savings, Broad Range of Cruises
LOS ANGELES, June 17 PRNewswire — Crystal Cruises, winner of the industry's most distinguished awards, has announced its 2009 Value Collection sailings, allowing savvy luxury travelers the opportunity to plan ahead and realize extraordinary savings of up to 50% off regular cruise...
Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites Wedding and Summer Pride Special Rates
MENDOCINO, Calif., June 17 PRNewswire — The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites, the only full service hotel in the historic village of Mendocino offers a special Wedding Package for $995. The offer includes: Event room rental, linens, service ware, a bottle of Iron Horse Wedding Cuvee...
American Airlines Praises Congressional Effort to Enhance Accountability in the Oil Markets
FORT WORTH, Texas, June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — American Airlines today praised the efforts of the United States Congress for focusing attention on the need to lower skyrocketing oil prices, which are having an adverse impact on individuals and businesses, including the airline...
Starwood Hotel and Resorts' Costa Smeralda - Sardinia's Emerald Coast Celebrates La Dolce Vita
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., June 17 PRNewswire — Whether you choose to land in Sardinia by private jet or commercial airliner, your unforgettable journey to Costa Smeralda begins the moment you touch down in this magical island destination off Italy's coast. The breathtaking emerald-hued...
100,000 Reasons to Meet at Red Lion Hotels
SPOKANE, Wash., June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) today announced a rewarding incentive promotion for meeting planners. The "100,000 Reasons to Meet" Meeting Planner Promotion offers Red Lion R&R Club Meeting Planners the opportunity to earn...
Agilysys Announces Next Release of Hospitality Analytics
BOCA RATON, Fla., June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, including specifically-designed hospitality software solutions, has announced the release of Hospitality Analytics 2.0, a made-for-hospitality business...
Hearty Boys at Sea: The Casual Culinary Cruise
CHICAGO, June 17 PRNewswire — Food Network stars Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh, The Hearty Boys, will bring their accessible, casual culinary style to the Caribbean on a 7-night cruise departing on Valentine's Day aboard Holland America Line's brand new ms Eurodam. Guests who join...
India Hospitality Corp. to Announce Preliminary Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2008
LONDON, June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — India Hospitality Corp. (LSE: IHC, IHC or India Hospitality) today announced that it will release preliminary operating results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2008 on Monday, June 23, 2008. The company expects to release results after the...
Video: Toy Story Mania! Goes Intergalactic as Buzz Lightyear's Space Mission Continues
ANAHEIM, Calif., June 17 PRNewswire — Today, Buzz Lightyear's dream of flying in space finally came true when he made his first appearance in zero gravity aboard the International Space Station (ISS) with Astronaut Greg Chamitoff, flight engineer for the Expedition 18 mission, to...
Marriott's 'QuickGroup' Online Booking Provides Instant Rates and Availability for Small Groups
BETHESDA, Md., June 17 PRNewswire — Want a convenient way to compare room prices and hotel locations for your next small group, even if that is at 1:00 am — just go to Marriott's QuickGroup booking site on Marriott.com. The site allows small group customers to enter dates and city...
Agilysys Announces Latest Version of Lodging Management System(R) (LMS)
BOCA RATON, Fla., June 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, including specifically-designed hospitality software solutions, is announcing the latest version of the Lodging Management System(R) (LMS) property management...
Toy Story Mania! Launches With Four Dimensions of Fun and a Big Boost from Buzz at Disneyland Resort
ANAHEIM, Calif., June 17 PRNewswire — In a spectacular ceremony featuring sky divers, fireworks and Disney executives, along with NASA Astronauts and Buzz Lightyear on board the International Space Station, the new Toy Story Mania! attraction premiered today in Disney's California...
Expedia Signs Global Partnership Agreement With Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts
BELLEVUE, Wash. and MALLORCA, Spain, May 21 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Expedia, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPE), the world's leading online travel company, today announced it has signed a long term, strategic global supply agreement with Sol Melia, the leading Spanish hotel chain in both the city and...
Air China Mourned for the Dead, Condolence Expressed Both in the Air and on the Ground
BEIJING, May 20 Xinhua-PRNewswire — On May 19 14:28, an Air China weekly routine meeting was suspended and all participants observed a 3 minutes silence to express their deep condolences to those that lost their lives in the Wenchuan earthquake. The meeting resumed afterwards to discuss...
United Airlines Aids Customer, Employee Support for China Earthquake Victims
CHICAGO, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — United Airlines is joining customers and employees to support the victims of the China earthquake by contributing to relief efforts. The United Airlines Foundation is matching up to $50,000 in donations from employees and will give out up to 5...
Midwest Airlines Extends Codeshare With Northwest Airlines to Include Eight Additional Nonstop Routes From Indianapolis
MILWAUKEE, May 20 PRNewswire — Midwest Airlines is extending its codeshare agreement with Northwest Airlines to include nonstop Northwest routes from Indianapolis to Austin, Texas; Boston; Denver; Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; Ft. Myers, Fla.; Hartford, Conn.; Raleigh/Durham, N.C.; and San...
Alabama Air-Conditioning Technician Wins a $14,000 VIP Package to the 2008 World Series of Poker
HAMILTON, Ala., May 20 PRNewswire — DuplicatePoker.com announced today that Arnold Evans of Hamilton is the winner of a special online qualifying tournament to attend and participate in the 2008 World Series of Poker championship event. Evans and his family will travel first-class to...
Multi-Platinum, Award Winning Artists the Oak Ridge Boys Coming to Spotlight 29 Casino
COACHELLA, Calif., May 20 PRNewswire — The Oak Ridge Boys are multi platinum-selling artists with one of the most recognizable and popular sounds in country music. Just this week, the Academy of Country Music's Board of Directors honored the group with the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award...
Auto Europe Offers Early Booking Incentives To Italy
PORTLAND, Maine, May 20 PRNewswire — Auto Europe, a leader in European car rental services for over 50 years, is offering savings on early bookings for travel to Italy. These savings include a guaranteed free one-car class upgrade in Italy. For example, reserve an economy class 2 door...
10 Ways to Stay Cool This Summer With Hot Spa Products and Treatments
LEXINGTON, Ky., May 20 PRNewswire — If the thought of baring your pasty, dry, winter skin makes you feel more than a little apprehensive leading spa professionals from the International SPA Association have you covered with some of the best new products, treatments and services just...
Majestic America Line Joins Wilderness Best Management Practices Program for Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness
Majestic America Line Shows Commitment to Natural Resources and Wilderness Preservation by Participating in Voluntary Program SEATTLE, May 20 PRNewswire — Majestic America Line, one of the world's premier river cruise lines and the largest river and coastal cruising company in...
McCall, Idaho Grows Up
MCCALL, Idaho, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — McCall, Idaho is experiencing a coming of age. As people migrate to live and play at this year round resort on the shores of scenic Payette Lake, city planners and real estate developers are plotting the town's growth. One project now...
Chef David Dearstyne Joins Bentwater
HOUSTON, May 20 PRNewswire — Chef David Dearstyne has assumed the duties of Executive Chef at Bentwater; a gated, golf course community just north of Houston. Following his graduation from the Culinary Institute of America, David began his career at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida...
Now Available at Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago: The Mar-A-Lago Turkey Burger, Declared by Oprah Winfrey as a Top Pick for Summer
CHICAGO, May 20 PRNewswire — Oprah Winfrey's quest for the most delicious turkey burger in the country has come to a successful finale. With a special appearance by Mr. Donald J. Trump on The Oprah Winfrey Show, which aired on May 16, 2008, Ms. Winfrey declared her most memorable turkey...
Bermuda Unveils the Talent Line-Up of International Superstars for the 13th Annual Bermuda Music Festival
HAMILTON, Bermuda, May 20 PRNewswire — Bermuda Department of Tourism announced today the star studded lineup for the 2008 Bermuda Music Festival, being hosted, once again, by Steve Harvey. From October 1-4, 2008, the Bermuda Department of Tourism sponsored event, produced by...
RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality Names Russ Craney General Manager of The Osprey at Beaver Creek
BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality announced today that Russ Craney has been selected as the new general manager of The Osprey at Beaver Creek, A RockResort. He will start his new position June 10, 2008. The Osprey at Beaver Creek...
'Let's Meet in The D!' Program Unveiled to Diversify and Grow Detroit Region's Economy
Regional leaders invite local companies to choose metro Detroit for meetings; Destination holds promise to spur new industry growth DETROIT, May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCVB) Chairman Christopher Ilitch today (May 20) announced a...
Branson Area Lakes Can Change Lives
Some Are Moved and Others Move BRANSON, Mo., May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — In his five years as a fishing guide on Table Rock Lake, Chris Tetrick has a good record. "I've still never done a trip where at least one person didn't catch a bass," Tetrick said. Fishing is one of Branson's...
Continental Airlines Celebrates 21st Birthday of OnePass With Texas Hold'em Event in Las Vegas
HOUSTON, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — To mark the 21st birthday of its OnePass(R) frequent flyer program, Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today announced that it has invited its top customers to participate in a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament where they will bet frequent flyer miles...
2-for-1 Summer Travel Savings in Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, May 20 PRNewswire — It's officially travel season, and what better way to visit Alaska than 2-for-1? If you're from Alaska, there's no better time to get out and see your own state. Pick up the Great Alaskan TourSaver for you and your visiting friends or relatives...
For Gastronomy as A World Heritage of Humanity: The Grands Chefs Relais & Chateaux from Across the Globe Launch the Seville Appeal
SEVILLE, Spain, May 20 PRNewswire — For Jaume Tapies, International President of Relais & Chateaux, "The added value of Relais & Chateaux lies in its ability to bring together the best chefs of all nationalities, well beyond their own boundaries, when it comes to supporting...
Southwest Airlines Announces More New Service in Denver
DALLAS, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Southwest Airlines announced today an expansion of its Denver service with six new nonstop flights and two new destinations. The additional service includes new nonstop flights between Denver and San Francisco and Denver and Omaha. Flights are...
iJET Releases 2008 Summer Olympic Games Travel Brief
ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 20 PRNewswire — iJET Intelligent Risk Systems, a leading provider of global intelligence and business resiliency services, today released a special brief on the upcoming Olympic Games in China. Organizations with travelers, expatriates and facilities in and around...
Luggage Forward is Bringing Easy Back
BOSTON, May 20 PRNewswire — According to the Department of Transportation's Air Travel Consumer Reports, more than 1.3 million bags were reported to have been "mishandled" (lost, delayed, damaged) by U.S.-based airlines between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2007. It's no surprise that with...
Is Harvard in Your Future?
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 20 PRNewswire — The Charles Hotel is committed to education for today's youth. Located in one of the country's most family-friendly cities and just a few steps from Harvard University, this "intellectual property" is a prime destination for families who want to...
Air Canada adds non-stop flights to Grand Rapids and Dayton; Bolsters global network connections at Toronto hub
MONTREAL, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall - Air Canada today announced two new U.S. transborder routes with non-stop service to Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Dayton, Ohio. Effective July 14, 2008, Air Canada will offer three non-stop flights daily to Grand Rapids, and twice daily non-stop flights...
Americas Best Value Inn Makes Voting Fun With 'Vote For America's Best' Promotion
CLEVELAND, May 20 PRNewswire — Americas Best Value Inn, one of the nation's largest limited service hotel chains, offers the ideal solution for those who need a break from the onslaught of political candidates and issues this summer with its new "Vote For America's Best" promotion. A...
York County's 10th Annual Made in America Tours Event
Support and Celebrate American Industry Go behind the scenes to witness America's craftsmen make our favorite things YORK, Pa., May 20 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Watch craftsmen hard at work as over 20 companies welcome visitors behind the scenes and onto the production floors. Whether...
Discovery Offers Free Cruises to Kids Under 12
MIAMI, May 20 PRNewswire — Discovery Cruise Line, which offers ferry service with cruise line amenities between South Florida and Grand Bahama Island every day of the week except Wednesdays, announced that, effective immediately with new bookings, kids under 12 years of age will be able...
More Than 60 Musical Icons Will Perform in Atlantic City This Summer
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., May 20 PRNewswire — Let us entertain you this summer. From arena legends to rising stars, Atlantic City has the hottest concerts in one of the leading destinations in the country. More than 60 of today's hottest stars will perform in Atlantic City's acclaimed...
United Vacations Launches Economic Stimulus Program
MILWAUKEE, May 20 PRNewswire — Whoa Nelly! There is big news for travel agents from the United Vacations front. As part of a new Economic Stimulus Program unveiled today, travel agents can take advantage of increased commission rates guaranteed for bookings through July 31, 2008 with...
NativeEnergy & Lindblad Expeditions Advance Eco-Conscious Travel -- Forming a New Partnership to Help Support Renewable Energy's Future
CHARLOTTE, Vt., May 20 PRNewswire — NativeEnergy, an international marketer of high quality carbon offsets and renewable energy credits (RECs), announces a new collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions, a leader in environmentally conscious travel that provides voyages to the Galapagos...
The Cayman Islands Dives Into Summer: Travel Packages Offer Families Great Deals and Unique Attractions Above and Below the Sea
NEW YORK, May 20 PRNewswire — Start thinking about your summer vacation now! The Cayman Islands offers families the ideal getaway where both the young and young at heart can enjoy a variety of unique activities, crystal clear waters, and warm, friendly Caymanian hospitality. From June 1...
Away This Summer? No Problem For Verizon Wireless Customers
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 20 PRNewswire — On the road or from home, Verizon Wireless makes it easy for customers on summer getaways to manage their accounts and stay connected to the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network. Whether heading to the beach or the mountains...
Luxury Hotel Company Auberge Resorts Opens the Beach House Restaurant on St. Kitts
TURTLE BEACH, St. Kitts, May 20 PRNewswire — Tucked under swaying palms on the white sand of St. Kitts' Turtle Beach, the Beach House restaurant, the newest project from luxury hotel developer and operator Auberge Resorts , with several others currently in development. While Auberge...
Webcast Alert: Southwest Airlines Co. Annual Meeting of Shareholders
DALLAS, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) invites you to listen to a live webcast presentation of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders. A link to the webcast will be made available via the Investor Relations homepage on the Southwest Airlines' website...
Branson Air Passengers Cleared for Landing
BRANSON, Mo., May 20 PRNewswire — Branson Tourism Center (BTC), the market leading provider of discount vacation packages to the popular tourist destination Branson, Missouri, announces the launch of its newest division, Branson Travel Agency. This full-service travel company will...
Video: CRISS ANGEL Believe
LAS VEGAS, May 20 PRNewswire — Tickets on sale today for preview and regular performances of CRISS ANGEL Believe(TM), the new Cirque du Soleil production set to open at Luxor Las Vegas. CRISS ANGEL Believe starring Criss Angel will open for preview performances September 1 and hold...
Unprecedented 50% Discount at The Reef Atlantis
PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas, May 20 PRNewswire — Atlantis, Paradise Island in The Bahamas, named one of Parents magazine's "Top Ten Beach Resorts For Families," is offering a 50 percent discount for a limited time at its newest luxury tower, The Reef Atlantis, in celebration of World Ocean...
Carlson Hotels Worldwide Makes the Earning Easy
MINNEAPOLIS, May 20 PRNewswire — Carlson Hotels Worldwide today announced its "points to go" promotion. From June 1 through August 31, 2008, both current and new goldpoints plus(SM) members can earn up to 100,000 bonus points at all Regent Hotels & Resorts (regenthotels.com...
Consumers Reveal Summmer Vacation Realities, Personal Financial Philosophies to TransUnion's TrueCredit.com
CHICAGO, May 20 PRNewswire — While the Memorial Day holiday usually sees Americans beginning to hit the road for well-deserved vacations, skyrocketing fuel prices and the uncertain economy are likely to make this a difficult summer travel season for many families. TransUnion's...
Dufry South America Ltd. Announces 1Q08 Results
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Dufry South America Ltd. (DSA) is a public company with its shares being listed in the Luxembourg Stock Exchange and its Brazilian Depositary Receipts (BDR's) being listed in Sao Paulo Stock Exchange (BOVESPA). The Company is one...
INRIX Announces Total Fusion Traffic
KIRKLAND, Wash., May 20 PRNewswire — INRIX(R), the leading provider of traffic information, today announced the availability of INRIX Total Fusion, the first traffic data service that intelligently combines real-time, predictive and historical traffic information to provide speeds for...
Pennsylvania's Forbes Trail Celebrates 250th Anniversary in 2008; New Guide to Historic Philadelphia-Pittsburgh Route Released
PITTSBURGH, May 20 PRNewswire — One of the most dramatic turning points in colonial American history is the inspiration for Pennsylvania's Forbes Trail: Gateways and Getaways along the Legendary Route from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Beginning May 22, this beautifully illustrated...
Book with AirTran Airways for the Tan That Makes all Your Friends Jealous Sale
ORLANDO, Fla., May 20 PRNewswire-FirstCall — AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), today launched a sale for travel to all of the airline's destinations with fares starting as low as $49*. Travelers may purchase these sale fares at http://www.airtran.com...
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Customer Satisfaction with Airports Declines Sharply Amid an Industry Fraught with Flight Delays
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., May 20 PRNewswire — Affected by an air travel industry laden with flight delays and cancellations caused by weather, air traffic issues and staff and service cutbacks, customer satisfaction with airports is down significantly, according to the J.D. Power and...
Kbb.com Names 2008 Best New Road Trip Vehicles
IRVINE, Calif., May 20 PRNewswire — The expert editors of Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com Official Guide. Kbb.com is rated the No. 1 automotive information site by Nielsen//NetRatings and the most visited auto site by J.D. Power and Associates nine years in a row. No other medium reaches...
International Game Technology Announces Quarterly Dividend
RENO, Nev., May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of fourteen cents ($0.14) per share, payable on July 1, 2008 to shareholders of record on June 11, 2008. International...
Good Help Isn't so Hard to Find: Hospitality Training Institute Tackles Service Industry Shortcomings
WASHINGTON, May 19 PRNewswire — For over two decades, the hospitality industry has grappled with a high rate of turnover, a steep employee learning curve, and a lack of standardized training. Today, many service industry positions are filled by inexperienced college students or...
New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau President and CEO J. Stephen Perry Nominated to Three Boards of Directors for the Global Tourism Industry
NEW ORLEANS, May 19 PRNewswire — During the past six weeks, J. Stephen Perry, President and CEO of the New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), has been nominated to serve on three of the most prestigious boards in the tourism industry, placing New Orleans at the forefront of...
Fabulous New Kids' Show for Gay Families Sparkles in Chicago on June 7
PORTLAND, Ore., May 19 PRNewswire — Pink Pea announced that Dottie's Magic Pockets — the first children's program for kids in gay and lesbian families and their friends — will be shown at a screening event in Chicago, Illinois, on June 7. It's Super-riffic Gay Family Fun for...
Pilgrim International Inc. Begins Transition to Composite Construction
MIDDLEBURY, Ind., May 19 PRNewswire — Pilgrim International Inc. (Pilgrim) has moved up the introduction of its new lines utilizing CosmoLite Composite panels in place of traditional wood substrates. "After five years of research, design, and testing, it's remarkable to see everything...
Ronald McDonald House Charities(R) of Southern California and Sea World(R) Adventure Parks Make a Splash This Summer for Children Throughout the Southland
PASADENA, Calif., May 19 PRNewswire — This summer, McDonald's partners with Sea World(R) Adventure Parks in an effort to raise funds for children through the Ronald McDonald House Charities(R) of Southern California (RMHCSC). Between May 19th and June 23rd, customers who visit...
Work Begins on First Boeing Business Jet 3
GENEVA, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Boeing (NYSE: BA) has begun work on the first Boeing Business Jet 3 (BBJ 3). The BBJ 3 is a new, larger business jet based on the Boeing Next-Generation 737-900ER (extended range), which entered commercial service and was certified by the U.S...
Budget Marks $3 Million Milestone in Cash Rebates to Small and Mid-Size Businesses
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 19 PRNewswire — Budget Rent A Car today announced that it has awarded members of the "Budget Business Program" more than $3 million in rebates since the program was introduced in May 2005. Designed for small and mid-sized businesses that spend up to $50,000 per...
Give Dad the Ultimate Scotland Experience This Father's Day
NEW YORK, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Just in time for Father's Day 2008, whisky connoisseurs and adventure lovers are invited to embark upon the Ultimate Scotland Experience. Scotland's preeminent luxury travel agency Dream Escape and the Classic Malts Selection(TM), the world's...
TRX Releases RESX v8.1
ATLANTA, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — TRX, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRXI), a global technology company that develops and hosts software applications to process data records and automate manual processes, today announced the release of RESX v8.1. RESX is a leading online booking tool allowing...
American Airlines Cargo Honored 'Customer Excellence and Innovation Award' by Descartes Systems Group
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — American Airlines Cargo Division (AA Cargo) has announced that it received the "Customer Excellence and Innovation" award from Descartes Systems Group, a global on- demand software-as-a-service (SaaS) logistics solutions provider...
TEXAS ON TOUR Mobile Marketing Initiative Hits the Road to Bring Texas to Potential Visitors
AUSTIN, Texas, May 19 PRNewswire — Texas Tourism is taking the state on the road through a new high-tech, virtual reality mobile marketing exhibit called Texas on Tour July 30 - August 1 Canton, OH Minnesota State Fair August 21 - 25 St. Paul, MN On the Waterfront August 29 - 31...
United Airlines, Jet Airways Announce Codeshare and Frequent Flyer Partnership
CHICAGO, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — East meets West — and customers from United Airlines and Jet Airways will benefit — through an agreement signed by both carriers. The companies plan to offer codeshare service, significantly expanding the number of flights available...
South Carolina State Parks Go Wireless
COLUMBIA, S.C., May 19 PRNewswire — There's now a 40-acre permanent "cloud" over Hickory Knob State Resort Park. And that's a good thing. The 1,100-acre park on the shores of Lake Thurmond in McCormick County is one of the first in the S.C. State Park Service to offer wireless...
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Goes Higher, Farther and Faster with the New Premier II
GENEVA, May 19 PRNewswire — Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) today launched the newest member of its legendary family of capable, comfortable, reliable and efficient jets — the new Beechcraft Premier II light business jet. Evolving from the highly successful Premier IA, the...
Southern Boreal Birding Festival Set for June 6-8 in Canaan Valley, WV
DAVIS, W.Va., May 19 PRNewswire — An amazing variety of bird species are attracted to West Virginia's Canaan Valley due to its altitude, diversity of habitat and northern association of plant communities. Birding enthusiasts, eco-tourists and nature lovers will experience this unique...
First Boeing 777 Freighter Leaves Paint Hangar
EVERETT, Wash., May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Adorned in the Boeing (NYSE: BA) livery, the first 777 Freighter was moved from the Everett, Wash. paint facility to Everett field this morning, bringing the airplane one step closer to its world debut. The 777 Freighter is based on the...
Marriott International to Speak at 7th Annual JMP Securities Research Conference on May 20; Investors and News Media Invited to Webcast
WASHINGTON, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Laura Paugh, senior vice president investor relations for Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR), will speak at the JMP Securities Research Conference to be held on May 20 at approximately 11:30 a.m., Eastern Time. Individual investors and...
Radisson Hotels & Resorts' 'Voice of the People' Survey Finds Generation Gap Among Frequent Business Travelers in Upcoming Election Plans
MINNEAPOLIS, May 19 PRNewswire — A recent survey* of business travelers reveals that, despite differing opinions on the upcoming presidential race, both Boomers and Generation X/Y agree on how to stay happy on the road. Nearly half of Boomers (44 percent) surveyed intend to back John...
KoolConnect Launches Intrigue(TM) HD VOD Solution at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia
CANTON, Mass. and PHILADELPHIA, May 19 PRNewswire — KoolConnect Technologies Inc., the hospitality industry's leading provider of digital in-room entertainment solutions, today announced its Intrigue(TM) HD VOD (High Definition Video On-Demand) solution is in operation at the Four...
New TRX Offering Assists Travel Management Companies and Corporations Using RESX to Maximize the Impact of Online Corporate Travel Programs
ATLANTA, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — TRX, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRXI), a global technology company that develops and hosts software applications to process data records and automate manual processes, announced the release of RESX Professional Services, its new offering within its Online...
Babcock & Brown Air To Acquire Three Aircraft, Increasing Portfolio To 62 Aircraft
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Babcock & Brown Air Limited (NYSE: FLY) ("B&B Air"), a global lessor of commercial jet aircraft, today announced that it will acquire three aircraft, increasing its portfolio to 62 aircraft. The new aircraft are: — One...
Deloitte Survey Finds Business Travelers Go Green on the Road, Have Specific Expectations of Hotels
NEW YORK, May 19 PRNewswire — U.S. business travelers are increasingly making daily choices to reduce their environmental impact, and they have specific expectations about the green practices hotels should be adopting today, according to a recent survey commissioned by Deloitte. The...
CityCenter Unveils Details of Development's Resort Casino
LAS VEGAS, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — CityCenter has revealed that its stunning resort casino, scheduled to open in late 2009, will be named ARIA. With an unprecedented combination of striking architecture, sustainable design, high-end service and spectacular amenities, ARIA Resort...
hotels.com Boosts Gas Mileage for Summer Travelers
DALLAS, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — hotels.com(TM), the leading provider of lodging worldwide, today announced its Summer Drive and Save program that offers a $50 gas card for each booking of three nights or more. A hotels.com survey conducted by Harris Interactive(R) shows that...
Girls' Getaways Swing Into Action in the Caribbean With 'Martinis, Margaritas & Massages'
CASTRIES, St. Lucia, May 19 PRNewswire — You haven't gathered or seen your girlfriends since your college days 10 years ago. You're a busy mom racing your children from one activity to another, with your close friends doing the same. When was the last time you had true "girlfriend...
Hispanic Hotel Owners Association Announces Phoenix Hotel Investment Seminar
WASHINGTON, May 19 PRNewswire — The Hispanic Hotel Owners Association (HHOA), a rapidly growing non-profit organization that seeks to increase Latino ownership of hotels, today announced that it will hold part one of a three-session series of International Hotel Investment Seminars...
Crestline Hotels & Resorts Announces the Appointment of Robert S. Dorr as Director of Sales & Marketing for the Westin Virginia Beach Town Center
MCLEAN, Va., May 19 PRNewswire — Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the appointment of Robert S. Dorr as the Director of Sales & Marketing for the 236 guestroom upscale Westin Virginia Beach Town Center hotel. The hotel, which opened this past November, is the...
Pinnacle Entertainment Announces Management Promotions
LAS VEGAS, May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: PNK), a leading developer, owner and operator of casino gaming resorts, today announced a series of executive promotions. Arthur Schleifer has been promoted to Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer from...
Row 44 Secures $21 Million Equity Investment
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., May 19 PRNewswire — Row 44, the leading provider of airborne broadband systems for commercial aviation, announced today that it has closed a financing of over $21 million. PAR Capital Management led the round. "Row 44 continues to execute on plan," said John...
Expedia Adds More Fuel to Their Summer Sale With Free Gas
BELLEVUE, Wash., May 19 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Gas prices got you down? Expedia(R) says "fill 'er up!" The world's leading online travel company today announced another incentive to hit the road this summer. Every Monday through Friday, each week through the end of June, Expedia is...
Apple Vacations Adds Secure Vault Payments to Online Payment Options
PHILADELPHIA, May 19 PRNewswire — Apple Vacations announced today that it will add the Secure Vault Payments (SVP) as an additional payment option for online customers. The Automated Clearing House (ACH)-based Internet payments network allows consumers to conduct e-commerce and bill...
Donald Trump's Namesake Restaurant, DJT, Opens at Trump International Hotel & Tower Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, May 19 PRNewswire — Trump International Hotel & Tower Las Vegas 476-7358. About Trump Hotel Collection Launched in October 2007, Trump Hotel Collection is the next generation of luxury hospitality — one that is raising the bar on the top-tier travel experience with...
DOT Announcement a Step Forward for Airline Passengers' Rights ... But Still No Promise of Basic Human Standards on Delayed Aircraft!
NAPA, Calif., May 19 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Kate Hanni, Founder of CPR, Health and Safety issued the following statement. "Today's DOT Announcement is a small but important victory for airline travelers who've found themselves stuck on the tarmac on a diverted or canceled flight. At...
Stevens Remains Out of Touch With Alaskan Families - Votes Against Airline Passengers' Bill of Rights
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, May 19 PRNewswire-USNewswire — This week, Senator Ted Stevens (R-AK) claimed to stand up to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the Senate Commerce Committee by trying to save consumers 50 cents rather than implementing security measures. However, last...
Following a Private Star-Studded Gala Celebration, The MGM Grand at Foxwoods(R) Officially Opened to the Public Shortly Before Midnight on May 17
MASHANTUCKET, Conn., May 18 PRNewswire — The $700 million MGM Grand at Foxwoods, located adjacent to Foxwoods Resort Casino, North America's largest resort casino, opened to the public on May 17 following a star-studded gala celebration filled with one-of-a-kind entertainment and...
Luxique Profits to Go to China Earthquake Relief
NEW YORK, May 16 PRNewswire — The boutique and luxury hotel booking site, Luxique with a similar effort for those affected by the devastating earthquake in China. Luxique is donating ten per cent of its profits throughout May for Burma and will now do the same for China. Luxique's...
Continental Responds to DOT New York Slot Auction Proposal
HOUSTON, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) announcement to implement slot auctions at John F. Kennedy and Newark Liberty Airports: The DOT proposal to auction...
YTB International Announces Financial Results for the First Quarter of Fiscal 2008
WOOD RIVER, Ill., May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — YTB International, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: YTBLA) ("YTB" or the "Company"), a provider of Internet-based travel booking services for travel agencies and home-based independent representatives in the United States, Puerto Rico, Bermuda...
Brad Paisley & Carrie Underwood to Perform Special Tribute to Eddy Arnold at The 43rd Annual Academy of Country Music(R) Awards
ENCINO, Calif., May 16 PRNewswire — The Academy of Country Music today announced that Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will perform a live special tribute to country music legend Eddy Arnold during the 43rd ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS. Actor Jason Alexander, supermodel...
InnSuites Hospitality Trust (IHT) Reports A Sharp Increase In Earnings
PHOENIX, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — InnSuites Hospitality Trust (Amex: IHT) Highlights: — Diluted EPS increased from a loss of $(0.01) to a profit of $0.07 for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2008. — Operating income increased over 96% to $2.98 million. — The...
Darien Lake Theme Park Resort Launches New Orange County Choppers MotoCoaster
DARIEN LAKE, N.Y., May 16 PRNewswire — Darien Lake Theme Park Resort is thrilled to present the Orange County Choppers MotoCoaster to its guests. The ride, opening today, is the first of its kind to open in the country. The Orange County Choppers MotoCoaster launches guests from zero to...
Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation Releases Annual Report During National Tourism Week
PHILADELPHIA, May 16 PRNewswire — The Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC) released its annual report, entitled Tourism 2008 Report to the Region, to members of the local, regional and national tourism and hospitality industry. Distribution of the report, themed...
Red Lion Hotels to Present at the Seventh Annual JMP Securities Research Conference
SPOKANE, Wash., May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) today announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Anupam Narayan, and Chief Financial Officer, Anthony Dombrowik, will be presenting at the Seventh Annual JMP Securities Research...
Allegiant and MLT Vacations Enter Agreement for Charter Air Service Operations
LAS VEGAS, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Allegiant Air, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Allegiant Travel Company (Nasdaq: ALGT), today announced that it has entered into an Air Transportation Charter Agreement with MLT Vacations, LLC. Under the agreement, Allegiant expects to...
Holland America Line's Culinary Arts Center Program Flourishes With More Than 70 Culinary Experts
SEATTLE, May 16 PRNewswire — Taking chefs from kitchens and restaurants all around the country and placing them aboard Holland America Line ships, the line's Culinary Arts Center program continues to flourish. Since its inception four years ago, the program has nearly doubled with more...
Flying Versus Driving: Affordable Luxury
PHILADELPHIA, May 16 PRNewswire — It's no secret the U.S. economy is suffering right now. Throughout the country, budgets are being cut, spending is down and gas prices are high. However, there is still one luxury that Americans refuse to eliminate — vacations. It comes down...
Argonne Anti-Jet-Lag Diet Helps Summer Travelers Beat Jet Lag
ARGONNE, Ill., May 16 PRNewswire — As the summer travel season begins, many vacation and business travelers will beat jet lag with the Anti-Jet-Lag Diet developed at the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory. A study published in 2002 in the medical journal Military...
Webcast Alert: Southwest Airlines Co. Annual Meeting of Shareholders
DALLAS, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) invites you to listen to a live webcast presentation of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders. A link to the webcast will be made available via the Investor Relations homepage on the Southwest Airlines' website...
White Lodging Opens Two New Hotels in Chicago's Northern Suburbs
METTAWA, Ill., May 16 PRNewswire — The Hilton Garden Inn and Residence Inn will offer contemporary, affordable guestrooms that are within easy reach of both downtown Chicago and North suburban businesses and attractions. Located in Mettawa, near Lake Forest, the Hilton Garden Inn and...
Alaska Airlines Delivers Season's First Copper River Salmon to Seattle at Daybreak
SEATTLE, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Alaska Airlines delivered the season's first shipment of Copper River salmon to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport this morning and expects to transport about 20,000 pounds of the coveted fish by day's end. The arrival of Copper River salmon...
OpenSkies Approved for Launch
NEW YORK and PARIS, May 16 PRNewswire — OpenSkies, a premium transatlantic airline from British Airways, received approval today from the U.S. Department of Transportation to begin operations. The new airline will offer flights between Paris' Orly Airport and New York's JFK Airport...
VRX Reports First Quarter Results (Unaudited)
VANCOUVER, May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall - VRX Worldwide Inc. (TSX-V:VRW) reports its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2008. The financial results reflect strong growth, year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter, of the Company's Licensing Fees and a...
AirTran Airways and Bill Me Later Partner for Summer Travel Promotion
ORLANDO, Fla., May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), announced today a new promotion with Bill Me Later, Inc. The promotion will offer special savings to AirTran Airways customers who book their spring and summer travel...
Couples Fly Free to the Caribbean
ST. JOHN'S, Antigua, May 16 PRNewswire — Galley Bay Resort & Spa — Antigua's award-winning, adults-only Caribbean romantic hideaway — announces an incredible airfare promotion featuring complimentary tickets from all major East Coast gateways that serve Antigua via...
New Teen Workshops Teach Skills to Develop Self-Confident, Effective Future Leaders
SPOKANE, Wash., May 16 PRNewswire — People to People Ambassador Programs is a global leader in effectiveness training, productivity tools, and assessment services for organizations and individuals. FranklinCovey helps companies succeed by unleashing the power of their workforce to...
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Holds Annual Meeting of Stockholders
TULSA, Okla., May 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) yesterday held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders in Tulsa, Oklahoma. At the meeting, Thomas P. Capo, Maryann N. Keller, The Honorable Edward C. Lumley, Richard W. Neu, Gary L. Paxton, John...
Air China Allocated Large Aircrafts for Disaster Relief
BEIJING, May 15 Xinhua-PRNewswire — Air China adjusted capacity timely according to the relief situation and allocated wide-body aircrafts as its best to evacuate stranded passengers in Sichuan province. On May 15, 28 flights departed from Chengdu and other 9 other flights were...
DGL Hotel Management Group, LLC, Announces 'No Risk Marketing Program'
CHRISTIANSTED, U.S. Virgin Islands, May 15 PRNewswire — Today DGL Hotel Management Group, LLC announced the availability of comprehensive, tailored marketing solutions for small hotels and resorts throughout the Caribbean Basin. The company offers strategic marketing, sales...
Frontiers North Adventures provides best access in the world to wild polar bears
WINNIPEG, May 15 PRNewswire - Frontiers North Adventures, the premiere provider of Authentic Arctic Experiences in Canada's north, is on record pace for another successful year in the tourism industry. Owners and operators of the Tundra Buggy(R) Adventure, Frontiers North currently offers...
CHANEL 2008 Cruise Show by Karl Lagerfeld + Special Performance by US 2008 Olympic Synchronized Swimming Team
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — CHANEL Cruise Collections have sailed on a yacht on the River Seine, arrived in Grand Central Terminal in NYC, landed by private jet to a hangar at the Santa Monica Airport, and trailed through landmarks of Paris on Parisian buses. The Collection...
Golden Rainbow Takes a Musical Journey for Its 22nd Annual 'Ribbon of Life' Production Show
LAS VEGAS, May 15 PRNewswire — It's an all-original, all-singing, all-dancing musical journey across America when Las Vegas-based HIV/AIDS charity Golden Rainbow presents its 22nd annual "Ribbon of Life" fundraising production show. The spectacular is staged June 14 and 15 in Le Theatre...
MEDEX Global Group Acquires ASI Group
BALTIMORE, May 15 PRNewswire — MEDEX Global Group announced today that it has formally completed the acquisition of ASI Group (formerly Air Security International). In operation for more than thirty years, MEDEX is the oldest and largest independently owned provider of global travel...
Russell Peters teams with Tourism Toronto as Global Ambassador for Toronto
TORONTO, May 15 PRNewswire - Hometown comic Russell Peters is teaming up with Tourism Toronto to become Toronto's first Global Ambassador. Tourism Toronto today announced the new partnership with Mr. Peters, a Toronto native who plays to sold-out stadiums around the world. Peters was...
Investigate Udom Alarmed By Reports of Poor Oversight of Thai Aviation - 4,300 Signatures
WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Bonnie Rind of Investigate Udom, said she is dismayed by reports that Thailand's Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) is unable to provide necessary oversight of Thai aviation due to cronyism and corruption. The Thai budget airlines, such as...
Alabama Adventure Amusement Park Acquired by Adrenaline Family Entertainment, Inc.
BESSEMER, Ala., May 15 PRNewswire — Adrenaline Family Entertainment, Inc. announced today the acquisition of Alabama Adventure in Bessemer, Alabama. Adrenaline Family Entertainment is a theme park operating company made up of former seasoned senior Six Flags Inc. executives and...
Victoria Cruises Assists Humanitarian Efforts Following China Earthquake
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Victoria Cruises, the pre-eminent cruise company sailing China's Yangtze River, is assisting humanitarian relief efforts following the earthquake in Wenchaun, China by donating excess inventory and supplies, including much-needed clothing, towels...
The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. Launches New Website and Experiences Spike in On-Line Bookings
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd., the prestigious luxury hospitality organization, has launched a sophisticated and alluring new website, designed to educate and engage discerning travelers through comprehensive solutions to their traveling needs. The...
Frontier's Rocky Mountain Expansion Heads to Jackson Hole
DENVER, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — At 8:30 a.m. MDT, Frontier Airlines launched service to its newest market, Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The nearly full flight was received in Jackson Hole at 10:10 a.m. with tremendous fanfare, as Jackson Hole entered a new era of high-quality, low-cost...
Here to Here World Tour officially underway
CALGARY, May 15 PRNewswire - The 2008 Here to Here World Tour got off to a successful start on Saturday, May 10, as hundreds of Calgarians gathered at local motorcycle dealership, Calgary Harley-Davison & Buell, to celebrate the official tour kick off. C.J. and Dylan Wilkins, two born and...
Fiesta Atlanta '08 Is a Tremendous Success!
ATLANTA, May 15 PRNewswire — Gorgeous weather, large crowds and a fun-filled day of activities greeted attendees of Fiesta Atlanta '08, Atlanta's largest outdoor Cinco de Mayo celebration held on Sunday, May 4th in the heart of downtown Atlanta. The approximately 45,000 attendees...
Tralliance Corporation and EXPOTUR Announce Partnership With the Launch of EXPOTUR.TRAVEL
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 15 PRNewswire — Tralliance Corporation and EXPOTUR announced a partnership with the launch of EXPOTUR.TRAVEL. As the first major travel and tourism event to be officially named .travel, EXPOTUR and Tralliance Corporation formally addressed the travel and...
Skanska Builds Brooklyn's First New Park in 135 Years
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — Skanska USA Building Inc., which has a reputation for waterfront revitalization projects, has started to build an 85-acre park along the Brooklyn waterfront. Brooklyn Bridge Park will extend residents' recreational access to the water's edge south of the...
United Airlines Offers Inter-Island Hawaii Flights with New Hawaiian Airlines Codeshare Agreement
CHICAGO, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — United Airlines customers may visit the Hawaiian Islands more easily this summer through a new codeshare agreement with Hawaiian Airlines, complementing United's 18 flights daily between Hawaii and the mainland — more than any other carrier...
Air Wisconsin Airlines Corporation Names New Director of Training and Development - Customer Service
APPLETON, Wis., May 15 PRNewswire — Air Wisconsin Airlines Corporation today announced it has promoted Joyce Baca to the position of director of training and development - customer service. In her new role, Baca will be responsible for development, oversight and delivery of quality...
Slowdown in Growth Rate of Flights Worldwide
LONDON, May 15 PRNewswire — The world's airlines are scheduled to operate 2% more flights for May 2008 compared with the same month last year. According to the latest statistics from OAG (Official Airline Guide), the world's authority on flight information, this represents an additional...
Ctrip Gives One Million Yuan to Help Sichuan Earthquake Orphans
SHANGHAI, China, May 8 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Ctrip.com International, Ltd. (Nasdaq: CTRP), a leading travel service provider of hotel accommodations, airline tickets and packaged tours in China, today announced that it is donating RMB 1,000,000 to establish a Sunshine Children's...
Automatic Win(TM), the Popular Blackjack Table Game Winning Option, Reaches Milestone With Expansion to More Than 500 Tables in 21 Casinos Nationwide
LAS VEGAS, May 15 PRNewswire — Casino Gaming, LLC, exclusive distributor of the popular Blackjack winning option Automatic Win(TM), announces its expansion to 500 tables in 10 markets nationwide. Automatic Win(TM), which originally debuted in Las Vegas at the legendary StarDust Resort...
Singapore Airlines' Inaugural All-Business Class Service Takes Flight
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — Singapore Airlines redefines long-haul air travel with the launch of the world's first all-Business Class flights from North America to Asia. Singapore Airlines flight SQ 21, will depart New York at 2300hrs today, and arrive in Singapore at 0550hrs on 17...
1.3 Million Plan Memorial Day Travel, Says AAA Travel Survey
DEARBORN, Mich., May 15 PRNewswire — An estimated 1.3 million Michiganians will travel during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, launching the start of the 2008 summer travel season, says AAA Michigan. According to a national survey conducted for AAA by the Travel Industry...
iPod & iPhone Connectivity Now Available on Singapore Airlines
NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire — Singapore Airlines announced the first-ever flights featuring iPod and iPhone connectivity on KrisWorld starting today on its newly reconfigured, all-Business Class Airbus A340-500 flights between New York and Singapore, and between Los Angeles and...
National Safe Boating Week Kicks-Off; Personal Watercraft Accidents in Florida Decrease 33 Percent in the Last Five Years
All boating accidents in state have declined 34 percent from 2003-2007; National Safe Boating Week Encourages Boaters to Help Prevent Accidents this Summer WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — As National Safe Boating Week kicks off (May 17-23), the Personal Watercraft...
Avis Reduces Printed Paper Use By 100 Tons Per Year
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 15 PRNewswire — Avis Rent A Car announced that it will discontinue the printing and distribution of scores of customer brochures and other collateral marketing materials. The effort is expected to reduce paper consumption by 100 tons per year, preserving about...
La Dolce 'Value' on Europe's Number One Cruise Line: Select Sailings Aboard the Costa Serena Begin at Just $649
MIAMI, May 15 PRNewswire — From "la dolce vita" to "la dolce value," Costa, Europe's Number One Cruise Line, brings the best value and experience in the Mediterranean to travelers this summer with fares aboard the Costa Serena beginning at just $649 per person on select sailings...
AAA Projects a Slight Decrease in Memorial Day Holiday Travel
Record fuel prices and tough economic times alter travel plans for some Americans WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — AAA projects the number of Americans traveling during the Memorial Day holiday will drop slightly compared to the previous year. AAA estimates that 37.87 million...
Country Walkers Introduces 'Walking a la Carte,' Offering World of Options for Travelers
WATERBURY, Vt., May 15 PRNewswire — Are you in the mood to sample local wines or take a behind-the-scenes tour of an art gallery? Either way — or any other way — Country Walkers has the adventure for you with Walking a la Carte, a NEW soft adventure program from the...
Avoid Rising Gas Prices With Summer Vacation to Alabama's Beach
GULF SHORES-ORANGE BEACH, Ala., May 15 PRNewswire — With travelers feeling the crunch of increasing gas prices at every trip to the pump, many families are scaling back their summer vacation plans. Instead of booking expensive flights or cruises, most are searching for that affordable...
Innisbrook Aims To Bring Families Together with Unique Summer Family Vacation Experiences - Only $149 Per Night
TAMPA BAY, Fla., May 15 PRNewswire — Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club is reaching out to families this summer with tremendous values on their spacious, condo-style suites, and the opening of a new 9-hole family walking course. In partnership with NIKE, the Fox Squirrel family walking...
SBE Entertainment Selects Shift4 for Payment Processing
LAS VEGAS, May 15 PRNewswire — Los Angeles' luxury hospitality leader, SBE Entertainment, signed an agreement with Shift4 Corporation, a supplier of secure payment processing services, to integrate Shift4's DOLLARS ON THE NET(R) web-based payment gateway. This contract provides SBE...
Press Invitation: International Transport Forum 2008: High Ranking Transport Summit
PARIS, May 15 PRNewswire — - German Federal Chancellor, Angela Merkel, Transport Ministers From More Than 50 Countries, Rajendra Pachauri, Yvo de Boer, Thomas Enders, Hartmut Mehdorn and Other Distinguished Participants... "Transport and Energy: The Challenge of Climate Change" 28-30...
POLITUR Post is Inaugurated in the area of the Chalatenango
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, May 15 PRNewswire — The strengthening of the Tourism Police Division (POLITUR), part of the Tourism Security System implemented by the Ministry of Tourism last year, has led to the opening of a new police post in Rio Chiquito canton, in the Chalatenango...
Florida-Based Firm Launches Motorcoach Resort Virtual Tour
PETOSKEY, Mich., May 15 PRNewswire — As construction of Hearthside Grove (Hearthside), northern Michigan's first true luxury Motorcoach resort, is underway - the developers unveil a feature which allows a first-hand glimpse of the upscale property: the 3-D virtual tour. This...
Luxury Motorcoach Resort Launches Virtual Tour
PETOSKEY, Mich., May 15 PRNewswire — As construction of Hearthside Grove (Hearthside), northern Michigan's first true luxury Motorcoach resort, is underway — the developers unveil a feature which allows a first-hand glimpse of the upscale property: the 3-D virtual tour. This...
There's a New Hybrid in Town: Sittercity.com's Hybrid Sitters Care for Fido and the Ficus During Summer Vacation
CHICAGO, May 15 PRNewswire — Backyard barbecues, newly filled swimming pools and the eerie lack of school buses can only mean one thing — summer is here! Time to pack the car up and go for that road trip you've been thinking about since New Year's Day. But while you and the...
iSeatz Named as Finalist in 2008 American Business Awards(SM)
NEW ORLEANS, May 15 PRNewswire — iSeatz was named a Finalist in The 2008 American Business Awards, the only national all-encompassing awards program honoring great performances in business. iSeatz is competing for a Stevie(R) Award in the Best Management Team category, showcasing the...
UATP Expands in Brazil; Adds GOL as New Merchant
WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — UATP continues its expansion in Brazil, adding GOL Transportes Aereos as its newest UATP Merchant effective immediately. GOL, the first Brazilian airline to accept UATP as a form of payment directly through its website &mdash...
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