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Paso Robles, California – A Leader in Agri-Tourism
Paso Robles, nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountains of Central California midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco,is a gourmand’s playground. Organic fruits and vegetables abound, as well as grass-fed meats, virgin olive oils, and an abundance of fresh fish, oysters and even abalone. Not only is this rich bounty available to the local chefs [...]
May 15, 2012
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World’s Best Travel Spots Named
NEWTON, Mass. – The winners of 2012 Travelers’ ChoiceВ® Destinations awards have been announced today. In the fourth year of the awards, 440 outstanding destinations in 37 markets across the globe, including lists for Africa, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean, Central America, China, Europe, India, Mexico, the Middle East, South America, the South Pacific, and the [...]
May 2, 2012
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First lady Michelle Obama Opens 2012 Warrior Games at the Olympic Training Center
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Highlighted by an affirmation from first lady Michelle Obama, 1,600 people celebrated the official opening of the 2012 Warrior Games presented by Deloitte at the Olympic Training Center. Hosted by the United States Olympic Committee, the Opening Ceremony took place on the Olympic Path and included a march of the 220 [...]
May 1, 2012
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Would You Survive the Arena in the Hunger Games? If you have the bravery, GoVoluntouring has the projects that would give you the skills to survive
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, April, 2011 – Would you have the skills of Katniss Everdeen when faced with a survival challenge? While we may not know first thing about battling it out in The Hunger Games arena, there are counterpart challenges in our own world. First aid and outdoor survival techniques are valuable life skills for [...]
April 26, 2012
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Nyungwe Forest Lodge: Gateway to the Enchanted Forest in Uganda
By Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN Correspondent, Uganda | April, 2012 (eTN) – When I write about Rwanda, anything to do with Rwanda, my readers often get back to me and say they feel the passion I have for the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” and it is true. The capital of Kigali, with its [...]
April 23, 2012
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Gettysburg’s 150th Anniversary Taking Shape in Pennsylvania
Visitors from around the world are expected to converge on Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in 2013 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War’s most famous battle.В The historic town is observing this important anniversary through 10 continuous days of ceremonies, programs, re-enactments and the opening of the Seminary Ridge Museum, ranging from June 28 through [...]
April 18, 2012
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Disaster Recovery: Lessons from Japan and Elsewhere
By Nelson Alcantara, editor-in-chief | Apr 16, 2012 Moderator: Masato Takamatsu (Japan Tourism Promotion Organization CEO) Speakers: Norifumi Idee (Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism), Masaki Ogsts (East Japan Railway Company vice chairman), Bert van Walbeek (PATA Rapid Recovery Taskforce chairman), Dirk Glaesser (UNWTO Risk and Crisis Management coordinator), Raymond [...]
April 17, 2012
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Top Summer Vacation Destinations for Americans Listed
ORLANDO, Fla. – Large numbers of vacation loyalists are still traveling despite rising fuel costs, according to a recent AAA travel agent survey and travel sales data. AAA Travel’s lists of top summer vacation destinations include choices popular with American families for generations within the United States and around the world. Many seasoned vacationers are [...]
April 6, 2012
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Vancouver, Coast & Mountains: Check Out BC’s Fresh Blooms
Spring is in the air, and while that’s good news for green thumbs, those less horticulturally inclined are also sure to be charmed by the kaleidoscope of colourful blooms on the horizon. In Vancouver, for example, take an outdoor stroll at the Queen Elizabeth Park Arboretum to view a comprehensive collection of exotic and native [...]
March 16, 2012
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San Diego Hosts Crew Classic – An Event That Draws Rowers from Throughout North America
More than 4,200 collegiate, junior and master-level rowers converge each spring in San Diego for the San Diego Crew Classic. Held March 30 through April 1, 2012 on the waters of picturesque Mission Bay, this thrilling competition draws rowers and spectators from throughout North America.
March 8, 2012
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