Archive for February, 2009

WHISTLER MOUNTAINEER GIVES CANADA'S HOTTEST MUSIC STARS A ROCKIN' RIDE ON THE RAILS

Vancouver, British Columbia (February 26, 2009) – Canadian music fans could find themselves seated next to the likes of Sarah McLachlan, Simple Plan and Nickelback onboard the Whistler Mountaineer this season.

February 27, 2009   Posted in: Canada

Kosrae Village Ecolodge & Dive Resort in Micronesia

KOSRAE, Micronesia–Photographers in search of the perfect location for their next “shooting vacation” need only look toward the vibrant South Pacific island of Kosrae. The island offers a creative challenge to all visual artists – whether the photographer's preferred style leans toward a more photo-journalistic portrait of the Kosraean people and culture; or focuses on [...]

February 27, 2009   Posted in: Micronesia

Steps Toward Freedom: Lincoln's Walk in Richmond, Virginia – April 4th-5th

Retrace Abraham Lincoln’s steps on his visit to Richmond, Virginia in April 1865, just a few days after the city's fall to Union forces. As part of the bicentennial year celebrating Lincoln's birth, this two-day program of lectures and walks considers the symbolic nature of the occasion which marked both the near-end of a bloody [...]

February 26, 2009   Posted in: United States East

From New Zealand's elegant lodges to touring the Outback in style

For nearly 20 years, travellers in search of the best of New Zealand and Australia have chosen Scenic Tours. The Australia-headquartered company has just released its escorted tours program for 2009-10 and has packed in a huge array of tour styles, durations, and experiences – along with savings when you book early.

February 26, 2009   Posted in: New Zealand

QATAR AIRWAYS REDUCES FUEL SURCHARGE ON FLIGHTS IN GLOBAL NETWORK

TORONTO – Qatar Airways today announced a reduction in the fuel surcharge on flights in its international network offering passengers great savings.

February 26, 2009   Posted in: Airlines & Railways

NEW TERMINAL OPENS AT KEY WEST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

KEY WEST, Florida Keys — The long-awaited new terminal building at Key West International Airport opened Wednesday to serve departing passengers.

February 26, 2009   Posted in: United States SouthEast

AEROMEXICO TO START SERVICE TO SECOND CANADIAN MARKET APRIL 9 WITH TWICE WEEKLY, NON-STOP MONTREAL-MEXICO CITY FLIGHTS

AeroMexico, the global airline of Latin America, will add service to the airline's second Canadian market on April 9 with twice weekly, non-stop flights between Montreal, Quebec, and Mexico City. This new route is being introduced as part of the airline's strategic expansion of its North American operations. Montreal-Mexico City flights will begin less than [...]

February 26, 2009   Posted in: Airlines & Railways

AEROMEXICO TO EXPAND NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS WITH NEW SERVICE TO DENVER, SAN FRANCISCO AND TORONTO IN EARLY 2009

AeroMexico, the global airline of Latin America, is expanding its North American operations significantly with new service to Denver, San Francisco and Toronto, Canada, in early 2009. Service in each market will include daily, non-stop flights to Mexico City with connecting service to 40 destinations throughout Mexico and cities in 12 other countries in Latin [...]

February 26, 2009   Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival in Virginia 2009

The Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival (MAQF) will return to the Hampton Roads Convention Center Feb. 26-March 1. Now entering its 20th year, MAQF is one of the most anticipated quilt gatherings on the eastern seaboard. The show is expected to draw upwards of 10,000 attendees.

February 26, 2009   Posted in: United States East

Thailand waives visa fee as part of drive to revive tourism

Continuing its efforts to expedite the revival of the Thai travel and tourism industry, the Royal Thai government has agreed to exempt the fee for tourist visa applications for a three month period, effective March 5, 2009 to June 4, 2009.

February 26, 2009   Posted in: Thailand