Archive for August, 2007

Nicaragua is calling

eTN / Nature has become Nicaragua tourism's best tourism ally. The Central American destination has announced various travel itineraries showcasing its best feature–the environment. Nicaragua Tourism Board (NITUR) said it will be launching the “Nicaragua Coffee Route” in hopes of providing tourists with the opportunity to "experience the livelihood and traditions rooted in one of [...]

August 31, 2007 Posted in: Central America

Top Five Dining Trends Tasty Morsels for 2007

Benchmark Hospitality International, which manages 30 award-winning hotels, resorts, conference centers and condominium resorts throughout the United States and in Japan, has just released its Five Tasty Dining Trends for 2007, as observed by its properties.

August 31, 2007 Posted in: Travel Industry Info

Mesa Air makes aviation history with deal with Chinese airline

A US airline inks landmark deal with a Chinese carrier. The two have agreed to establish a regional airline that will service China’s northwest region. Arizona-based Mesa Air announced it has signed an unprecedented agreement with a Chinese airline to offer flights to several small cities in the China’s northwestern region. For some of these [...]

August 31, 2007 Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Second Tuesday Schedule at Tacoma Washington Art Museum

(Tacoma, WA) – Tacoma Art Museum continues its monthly Second Tuesdays series, tailored specifically to seniors. This series of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on workshops occurs every second Tuesday of the month beginning at 10:30 am. Although the programs are designed for older adults, everyone is welcome. Adults 65 and older receive reduced museum admission of [...]

August 31, 2007 Posted in: United States West

Step into the Forbidden Country of Korea

SALT LAKE CITY, UT–For the first time ever Snow Lion Expeditions will take US travelers inside the time warped country of North Korea. Authorities don't let US tourists in to the "Hermit Kingdom" very often, but this year for one month during the Mass Games travelers have been granted a once in a lifetime experience.

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Korea

Redwood Parks Lodge Company Launches Redwood Adventures Tours

ORICK, Calif. – August 30, 2007 – As a continuation of its plans to develop an extensive range of lodging and travel services in the California Redwood National and State Parks, Redwood Parks Lodge Company, Inc. today announced the launch of its guided tour company, Redwood Adventures Tours.

August 30, 2007 Posted in: United States West

Florida Keys Ranked As Second Wonder Of Florida In ‘South Florida Sun-Sentinel’ Readers Poll

FLORIDA KEYS – “South Florida Sun-Sentinel” readers chose the Florida Keys as the second wonder of Florida in a recent Seven Wonders of Florida readers poll.

August 30, 2007 Posted in: United States SouthEast

What’s New in Orlando 2007

New Orlando Travel Web site Unveiled The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (Orlando CVB) has recently launched an all-new consumer Web site at orlandoinfo.com. The new site contains interactive features, such as an itinerary planner, which allows vacation planners to create a customized Orlando itinerary with activities and special events and even sync [...]

August 30, 2007 Posted in: United States SouthEast

In the Grand Cunard Tradition, Entertainment Aboard Queen Victoria will Strike a Visual High Note

Valencia, CA – August 30, 2007 – As Queen Victoria prepares to enter service in December 2007, a team of 16 classically trained singers and dancers is already rehearsing four major theatrical productions that will form the core of the ocean liner’s inaugural entertainment schedule. From concept to curtain, Cunard will have spent nearly two [...]

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Cruise Ships

Great Santa Fe Horse Race The Ride of a Lifetime

Endurance Race Traces Historic Trail Santa Fe, NM– Up to 100 teams of horseback riders are expected to take part in the first annual Great Santa Fe Trail Horse Race Endurance Ride this September. The race will follow, as closely as possible, the route of the Santa Fe Trail, America’s first commercial highway running from [...]