Cruise West Unveils Theme Cruises For 2010

Oct 26, 2009 10:38 CET

Cruise West (www.cruisewest.com), the world's leading provider of small-ship explorations to the most fascinating destinations on earth, announces 18 theme cruises from a choice of 11 itineraries in 2010. Choose from breathtaking Alaska to the wild jungles of Costa Rica, marine rich waters of Sea of Cortés, exotic Southeast Asia, scenic Europe and more. Early booking savings are still available.
Cruise West (www.cruisewest.com), the world's leading provider of small-ship explorations to the most fascinating destinations on earth, announces 18 theme cruises from a choice of 11 itineraries in 2010. Choose from breathtaking Alaska to the wild jungles of Costa Rica, marine rich waters of Sea of Cortés, exotic Southeast Asia, scenic Europe and more. Early booking savings are still available.
There is incredible value with every voyage. In addition to the events associated with each 'theme' is an included excursion at every port designed to bring guests into direct personal contact with fascinating peoples, cultures and natural wonders. Guest can anticipate engaging topical presentations by onboard guest lecturers, Exploration Leaders and local acclaimed authorities that will bring each region to life. Ships range from 78-148 guests depending on the itinerary.
Six Photography Cruises
Guests will have the opportunity to participate in onboard presentations and special field events with a photographer who will conduct special field events and onboard workshops throughout the cruise. Whether novice or seasoned photographers, hands-on instruction on everything from image composition and digital image management to tips on how to be in the "right place at the right time" will be invaluable. Each departure includes a full menu of activities as well as the expertise of our Exploration Leaders.
-- 7-night Sea of Cortés Whales & Wildlife, roundtrip Cabo San Lucas departing January 23. Priced from $2,999.
-- 9-night Panama & Costa Rica Between Two Seas, one-way Panama City to San Jose departing March 7. Priced from $4,299.
-- 7-night Alaska's Inside Passage, roundtrip Juneau departing June 6 and August 18. Priced from $4,499.
-- 4-night Glacier Bay Highlights, roundtrip Juneau departing June 29. Priced from $1,799.
-- 4-night Glaciers of Prince William Sound, roundtrip Whittier departing August 9. Priced from $1,399.
Two Steinbeck Cruises
Sail in the company of a Steinbeck scholar and learn of the extraordinary journeys of famed author John Steinbeck and marine biologist Ed Ricketts, whose voyage of exploration and understanding sparked the creation of The Log from the Sea of Cortez.
-- 7-night Sea of Cortés Whales & Wildlife, roundtrip Cabo San Lucas departing January 2 and 9. Priced from $2,599.
Four Chairman and President Voyages
Mingle with Chairman & Managing Director Dick West and wife Leslie or President & CEO Dietmar Wertanzl on four distinct voyages. In addition to the extraordinary itineraries, guests will enjoy hosted dinners, special events and private tours escorted by West or Wertanzl.
Chairman Voyages
-- 16-night Voyage 1: Singapore to Chennai (segment of Voyages of the Great Explorers) departing March 5, 2010. Priced from $12,695 including air from five major US cities or an air credit of $750 per person by booking and paying in full by December 18, 2009.
-- 16-night Voyage 10: Barcelona to Honfleur (segment of Voyages of the Great Explorers) departing July 4, 2010. Priced from $14,195 including air from five major US cities or an air credit of $750 per person by booking and paying in full by December 18, 2009.
-- Rhine & Mosel Rivers in Europe (NEW), one-way Vienna to Cologne departing October 12, 2010. Priced from $4,999.
President's Voyage
-- 13-night Voyage 16: Palm Beach to Panama (segment of Voyages of the Great Explorers) departing October 3, 2010. Priced from $7,995.
Six Alumni Sailings
Any alumni that previously sailed with Cruise West (Quyana Club members) receive an additional five percent savings, onboard gift (valued at $15), and a welcome aboard reception hosted by a Cruise West executive. Commiserate and explore with fellow like-minded guests.
-- 7-night Sea of Cortés Whales & Wildlife, roundtrip Cabo San Lucas departing January 30. Priced from $2,999.
-- 9-night Panama & Costa Rica Between Two Seas, one-way Panama City to San Jose departing March 25. Priced from $4,199.
-- 7-night River Voyage of Discovery on the Columbia & Snake Rivers, roundtrip Portland departing April 17, June 5 and Aug 28. Priced from $2,999.
-- 7-night Pacific Northwest Coastal Escape that includes British Columbia, roundtrip Seattle departing Sept 25. Priced from $3,399.
Early booking savings are available for most voyage and all prices listed are before savings is applied. In addition, kid's 18 and younger pay 50 percent off the adult rate. For more information or to book a cruise, please visitwww.CruiseWest.com or call 800-296-8307 or a travel professional.
~Up-Close, Casual and Personal Exploration~
About Cruise West
Cruise West believes that small is beautiful. Small-ship explorations allow up-close, casual and personal experiences unmatched by the traditional larger cruise lines. For more than 63 years Cruise West has provided authentic travel experiences where the destination is the focus. Nine small ships with guest capacities ranging from 78-138 explore remote and distinctive destinations throughout the globe. A robust onboard enrichment program further enhances the guest experience through topical guest lecturers, additional exploration by zodiac and included excursions at every port.

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The boutique cruising experts of France Cruises and WLCVacations are excited to announce expansion of its services available to clients and specials on upcoming Holiday Cruise packages. After more than a decade in business, Ana Valente, co-founder explains “Luxury and relaxation have always been trademarks of every vacation booked, but now customers can expect even more. It is because customer satisfaction has remained the foremost pillar of success, that we offer new exquisite service options to them.” The following additional services have been added to provide the client even more comfort as they cruise the world:

· Pre and Post cruise extensions that allow clients more enjoyment before and after cruising than ever before.
· More destinations and more vessels, designed to give greater access and diversity to the client.
· A La Carte cruising improves flexibility for travelers; providing options such as short or weekend cruises, extended cruises up to 60 days, themed cruising based on interests like culinary, painting, wellness or rejuvenation. Tailoring each detail to suit the clients need has never been more readily available.

In addition to these updated features, vacationers can explore many regions with special savings at this time:

The Rivers of West Africa cruise allows travelers to explore remarkable waterways on this 7-Night cruise aboard the mega yacht Pegasus. Starting at $2490 per person, travelers will enjoy exquisite accommodations and breathtaking scenery with a sub destination in Senegal.

In Europe, enjoying the notable Rhine Holiday Markets is especially popular during this season, aboard the River Queen. Starting at $1899 per person, payment in full at time of reservation means up to $600 in savings as travelers immerse themselves in local holiday traditions.

Holiday travelers can sail the Danube River aboard the River Countess, also in Europe. From Nuremberg to Regensburg, passing through Passau and on to Vienna, Austria, this 8-day cruise offers 2-for -1 savings on all December 15th sailings, starting at $1899 per person.

For travelers interested in out-of-the-ordinary locales for this time of year, The Galapagos Islands exotic habitat and incredible scenery has several cruises available. Choose from the 3, 4, or 7 night packages aboard the Santa Cruz starting at $1500 per person, or set sail on the La Pinta for 7 nights starting at $4565 per person. Both cruises welcome singles and offer up to 20% savings.

Complete listing of specials and other destinations can be found at www.FranceCruises.com and www.WLCVacations.com.
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Jean-Francois Dabrowski
1-877-579-7447
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www.wlcvacations.com
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Emerging Ingredients in Food and Drinks: Growth opportunities in flavors and formulation by product category

Oct 13, 2010 19:50 CEST

Especially in the major market countries, more consumers are looking to buy food and drinks products comprised of ingredients that they perceive to be healthy. For many consumers, food and drinks products made with natural ingredients fall into this category, with artificial ingredients being perceived as inherently unnatural and unhealthy.
This report analyzes the ways manufacturers have been responding to the consumer drivers of naturalness and health. These include using natural ingredient formulations which offer benefits of nutritionally rich, quality calories. It examines leading and newly emerging ingredients in each of the major food and drink categories, identifies developing trends within these categories and give examples of recent product launches. Also included are findings from an exclusive international survey of industry executives.

Key features of this report

• • Analysis of the fastest growing claims in newly launched food and drinks products for 2008-2009.
• Analysis of sales values for the natural and organic food and drink market in the US and Europe.
• Identifies emerging ingredients, and analyzes product applications and marketing strategies in NPD, drawing on data from the ProductScan Online NPD tracking service.
• Category analysis, identifying leading and emerging ingredients and developing ingredients trends for each of the major food and drink categories.
• Illustrated examinations of key product introductions and innovations.

Scope of this report

• • Understand how manufacturers are formulating existing and new products to meet consumer demands for natural and healthful food and drink.
• Understand how each of the major food and drinks categories are changing in terms of ingredient formulations.
• • Get up to speed on emerging novel ingredients and the benefits they offer consumers.
• Consider whether you should be looking beyond your present product portfolio for emerging opportunities.
• •Prompt your marketing and NPD teams with product and marketing ideas from around the world.
• •Set goals and objectives for your company’s new product development pipeline.

Key Market Issues

• •Regulatory pressures on manufacturers are firmly in the direction of making food and drinks products healthier. Trends in food and drink ingredients labeling regulations are also becoming more restrictive.
• •In developed markets, as the proportion of consumers interested in natural and healthful food and drinks increases, so will sales of products with naturally nutritionally rich and quality calorie content.
• •In developed markets, concerns about natural and healthful ingredients will fit in with consumers concerns about food and drink ethics – increasingly, healthful will also mean ingredients that are responsibly sourced in terms of social and environmental sustainability.
• •The idea of more gourmet and exotic products will also chime with consumers’ increasing concerns for natural and healthful ingredients – the idea of having premium and/or novel nutritionally rich, quality calories will catch on.
• •The staying power of emerging, novel ingredients will largely depend on meeting consumer demands in terms of taste, provenance and efficacy.

Agustin Valecillos: “Get Hired As A Highly Paid Investment Banker” Course By Agustin Valecillos Changes Jobseeker Prospects For Investment Banking Interviews

Sep 29, 2010 11:25 CEST

London, UK. Agustin Valecillos, Vice President of one of the world’s leading Investment Banks has announced the release of his revolutionary new home study course, ‘Get Hired As A Highly Paid Investment Banker.’ After going through the testing trials of breaking into the banking world himself 7 years ago, Valecillos vowed to share his experience and learning with everyone else in this situation. Also having conducted numerous interviews, he’s been on both sides of investment banking interview questions, and provides insight and advice from this vast experience in his home study guide.
John Sherman, graduate recruiter, said that the home study course, a breakthrough in the job search market, is a ‘must-have for everyone trying to get one of the highly sought after positions in an investment bank.’
Until now, workers trying to break into investment bank careers have had to face the difficult task of tailoring a CV and cover letter to a banking role and the daunting challenges of preparing for investment banking interviews, agonising over what will be asked with little help. This home study guide provides the perfect companion that answers all those investment banking interview questions and walks the candidate through how to get ready to get the job in banking that they've only ever dreamed about.
Market analyst Matt Johnston commented that “really, it couldn’t be a better time for the launch of such a guide.” With the economy picking back up and banks hiring again, the competition is becoming even fiercer. In order to get the advantage over other candidates, the key is not just preparation, but the right preparation, Valecillos explains, and his home study course shows jobseekers how.
In addition to the home study guide, Valecillos’ program includes a 7-day step-by-step guide to preparing for finance & investment banking interviews as well as 3 videos on how to write a CV, cover letter and investment banking application forms.
Agustin Valecillos (BSc, MSc) is a leading investment banking job consultant with 7 years experience in interviewing and recruiting. He has helped hundreds of people kick-start and develop their investment bank careers. Currently a Vice President within a Tier 1 Investment Bank, Valecillos focuses on Commodity/FX Exotic Derivatives Sales & Structuring. He is also a Bloomberg Certified Professional.

Thomson (TUI Travel): LIGHTS, CAMERA VAC-ACTION

Sep 22, 2010 15:06 CEST

This week sees the release of Eat, Pray, Love, a new film based on Elizabeth Gilbert's bestselling novel that’s sure to ignite wanderlust in many a holidaymaker! The film tells the story of Elizabeth, played by Julia Roberts, who travels around the world to the likes of Italy and India on a journey of self discovery. The film is sure to join the many movies to have inspired people to travel to places they might not normally have considered as a holiday destination. With that in mind, here’s Thomson and First Choice’s top tips for holidays around the world where some of all-time favourite films were shot for the big screen.

India - Eat, Pray, Love
Eat, Pray, Love sees Julia Roberts visit India in an effort to escape reality and immerse herself in the tranquillity of an Ashram. Sure to captivate your body, soul and mind, Goa offers fun and culture with a laid back pace. Holiday in the ‘Land of the Gods’ or combine a stay in Goa with a tour of India’s other hotspots for an unforgettable trip of a lifetime. Thomson’s ‘Golden Triangle Tour’ includes Delhi, Agra and Jaipur for the chance to experience old and new in one big adventure.

Thomson offers 14 night holidays in Goa, the Golden Triangle Tour & Stay, from £1490 per person departing from London Gatwick airport on 4 December 2010. This price is based on two adults sharing and includes the 5 night tour and 9 nights at the 3T Sonesta Inns on a B&B basis. Price includes flights, transfers and all taxes and charges. For more information or to book visit www.thomson.co.uk or call 0871 230 2555.

TUNISIA - Star Wars
Star Wars fans will know all about Tatooine, Luke Skywalker’s home planet. Contrary to the film’s opening titles, Tatooine isn’t in a galaxy far, far away - it’s actually just a three hour flight from the UK! Tatooine is in fact Tunisia. The country’s dusky landscape and exotic-looking medinas suited George Lucas’ vision perfectly and you can even visit ‘Star Wars Canyon’, also known as Sidi Bouhel, which is the gully where R2-D2 is captured by the Jawas.

Tunisia was also the location for the Oscar-winning The English Patient, and action blockbuster, Raiders of the Lost Ark. Monty Python’s Life of Brian is also worth a mention as filming took place at the Amphitheatre at El Djem, the Kasbah of Sousse and several other towns and areas.

Thomson offers seven night holidays in Tunisia at the 4T+ Club Magic Life Penelope Beach Imperial inDjerba from £535 per person departing from London Gatwick airport in May 2011. This price is based on two adults sharing and includes accommodation on an all-inclusive basis, flights, transfers and all taxes and charges. For more information or to book visit www.thomson.co.uk or call 0871 230 2555.

MOROCCO – Sex and the City
This sequel finds the four friends on an all expenses paid vacation in Abu Dhabi, but as the crew were not able to film in the Emirates, they ended up spending eight weeks shooting in Morocco. Create your own fashionably fabulous vacation with the help of Thomson and make sure to visit Marrakech’s medina where Carrie met up with old flame Aidan!

Thomson offers seven night holidays in Morocco at the 4T+ ClubHotel Riu Tikida Palmeraie in Marrakechfrom £661 per person departing from London Gatwick airport on 22 November 2010. This price is based on two adults sharing and includes accommodation on an all-inclusive basis, flights, transfers and all taxes and charges. For more information or to book visit www.thomson.co.uk or call 0871 230 2555.

JAMAICA – Dr. No
In the very first James Bond film, Dr. No, 007 investigates the disappearance of a missing colleague inJamaica, which leads him to the island of the mysterious Dr. No. However, it is Ursula Andress’ character ‘Honey Ryder’ that grabs all of the attention when she emerges from the Caribbean Sea wearing that bikini. Shot almost entirely on location in Jamaica, the white sands and swaying palm trees are the perfect backdrop for a classic Ian Fleming adventure, as well as a chilled-out tropical holiday.

First Choice offers 14 night holidays to Jamaica at the 4 Sun Plus Riu Montego Bay from £1199 per person, on an all inclusive basis departing from Birmingham airport on 4 November 2010. Price includes direct return flights with Thomson Airways and all taxes and surcharges. For more information, visitwww.firstchoice.co.uk or call 0871 200 4455.

TENERIFE – Clash of the Titans
In 2009, Warner Bros Pictures flew a 350-strong production team to Tenerife to work on the Hollywood blockbuster, Clash of the Titans. Based on the cult 1981 film of the same name, the story revolves around the Greek myth of Perseus and his quest to save Princess Andromeda. Starring Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes and Worthington, this 2010 epic showcased Tenerife’s unique scenery, including Teide National Park and the coast in the districts of Icod, Buenavista del Norte and Guía de Isora.

Thomson offers seven night holidays to Tenerife staying at the 5T+ Sensatori Resort from £685 per person based on two people sharing on a full board plus basis, departing from London Gatwick on 25 November 2010. Price includes return flights with Thomson Airways, all taxes and surcharges. For more information, visit www.thomson.co.uk or call 0871 231 3235.


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Tel: 01582 645336 Email: anne-marie.buckley@thomson.co.uk

AdventureSmith Explorations: AdventureSmith Explorations Promotes Tanzania Safari by Way of Galapagos in New Booking Incentive Contest

Sep 17, 2010 12:36 CEST

AdventureSmith Explorations Promotion: New Bookings on Galapagos Cruise Entered to Win a Luxury African Safari for Two.
AdventureSmith Explorations, www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/ the active travel company that secures matches between adventure-seeking clients and a treasure trove of small, expedition ships, announces that new bookings confirmed on the M/V Eclipse for tours of the Galapagos Islands departing between Oct. 9, 2010, and Mar. 31, 2011, will be entered into a drawing to win a luxury African safari for two.

The winner will be announced Apr. 7, 2011, and the prize can be used through Mar. 31, 2012. The 48-passenger M/V Eclipse, an elegant expedition vessel, was selected as Conde Nast Traveler’s Top Small Cruise Ship of 2010. See:
http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/specialofferlogin.php/o/369

Todd Smith, AdventureSmith Exploration’s owner and founder, said because there are only a few M/V Eclipse departures in this time frame, passengers have “great odds to win this fantastic prize worth approximately $8,000.” He explained that this promotion is for new bookings only and that each confirmed guest, regardless of age, will be entered into the drawing so families and groups have a higher chance of winning.

The African safari takes the winners to East Africa to the exclusive and secluded Swala tented camp in Tanzania’s Tarangire National Park as well as the 2010 Conde Nast Gold List Olonana tented camp located at the foot of the dramatic Siria Escarpment where the movie “Out of Africa” was filmed.

Smith said that ever since her arrival in Ecuador, the M/V Eclipse has left an impression on visitors as one of the finest cruise ships in the Galapagos Islands offering unparalleled levels of comfort and service. She was converted specifically for upscale cruising in the islands and was designed to meet the exacting demands of luxury travel.

Galapagos Eclipse cruise packages begin and end in colonial Quito, Ecuador and include Quito hotel accommodations, airport/hotel transfers, round trip flights from mainland Ecuador to the Galapagos Islands and a half day tour of the Quito's old town, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site.

Link to more information on the Galapagos tour:
http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/itinerarydetails.php/advid/64

Link to more information on the M/V Eclipse:
http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/accommprofile.php/d/galapagos/accid/80

About Adventure Smith Explorations
AdventureSmith Explorations is the global leader in small ship, adventure cruise vacations. Company founder Todd Smith helped pioneer the concept of wilderness cruising that combines the comforts of a small cruise ship with the adventure of sea kayaking, hiking and exploring remote wilderness areas ashore. The company matches guests with the top names in small ship cruising as well with intimate, boutique ships that may not make the radar of most travelers.

In moving through exotic natural environments and exploring vibrant native cultures seldom associated with more mainstream cruise itineraries, AdventureSmith Explorations dedicates its efforts to small footprint, sustainable travel and has launched a carbon free cruising initiative. Its off-the-beaten-path destinations include Alaska, Baja, Costa Rica, Belize, Ecuador and the Galapagos, Hawaii, Peru, the Arctic, Antarctica, and Australia.

The company's mission is to give back to the individuals, communities and environments touched by AdventureSmith Explorations trips by connecting travelers with a network of grassroots and global nonprofit partners worldwide including the Alaska Natural History Association, Neotropica Foundation and Galapagos Conservancy. The company was named by National Geographic Adventure as one of “The Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth” and is the recipient of Conde Nast Traveler’s prestigious “World Savers Award.”

Founded in 2003, AdventureSmith Explorations is based in Tahoe City, California along the western shore of Lake Tahoe. Phone: 800-728-2875 toll-free or 530-583-1775. Email: travel@AdventureSmithExplorations.com or visit: www.AdventureSmithExplorations.com.

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Costa Rica Nation

Aug 04, 2010 11:39 CEST

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Atenas Map

This handy Atenas Costa Rica map displays the western side of rhe central valley, a known agricultural region. Come discover the small town lifestyle that can be enjoyed among rolling hills and beautiful gardens. Enlarge our Atenas map and follow our detailed driving directions to reach your destination. If you are departing from the capitol, take the Pan American HWY northbound following signs to San Ramon. Take the exit for Orotina and then take the Atenas exit. Turn left at the stop sign; continue driving for approximately 20 minutes and then you will arrive. Our Atenas Costa Rica map was specifically designed to help you avoid getting lost on your road trip. Learn more about the stunning natural surrounding found here with the help of our agents. We invite you to get lost in the friendly ambiance and fantastic weather. Check out the Atenas map to choose places you would like to visit.


Best Western Irazu

San Jose is a very developed and cosmopolitan town, if you are spending a few days in the capital, Best Western Irazu Hotel, could be one of the best accommodation choices in downtown San Jose. The entire staff is trained to please guests and make them feel as comfortable as possible, the details including how the hotel is decorated and the pleasant atmosphere so well known from the Best Western hotel chain, makes Best Western Irazu Hotel a lovely place to spend your vacation. Best Western Irazu is also only 15 minutes away from the Juan Santamaria International Airport, giving you the possibility to rest a little bit more during your stay. The entire Hotel Irazu, Costa Rica has been newly renovated to provide guests with the best ambiance and the certainty that they are getting the best service possible and get their money’s worth. Most of the rooms have just been carpeted and new beds and furniture has been installed to give you the satisfaction expected from a Best Western hotel in Costa Rica.

Hotel Best Western Irazu, San Jose, Costa Rica has among its amenities large garden areas that bring peace to premises, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar with a fun happy hour, a Denny’s restaurant open 24 hours a day, tennis court, wireless internet access, free local phone calls, casino and much more. Best Western Irazu Hotel is located in a nice neighborhood where you can take a walk get the feeling of a true Costa Rican town. By staying at the Best Western Irazu, Costa Rica you will have easy access to shopping malls, a theme park, bars, discotheques, supermarkets and many interesting activities inside and outside the hotel, all of this entertainment without the noise of staying downtown. Best Western Irazu Hotel even provides a shuttle for your transportation to and from the airport, so you can make the most of your vacation or business trips. The hotel has a little shop where you can get any personal items you may need during your stay as well as nice souvenirs to take home for your loved ones, all in one place.

This 3 star hotel has 328 rooms equipped with a mini fridge upon request. Hotel Best Western Irazu also has a conference room for your meetings with available catering services and sound equipment. The hotel’s restaurant “La Gallera” has an interesting international menu and it’s open from 12:00am to 10 pm, 7 days a week. Hotel Best Western Irazu is an incredibly nice hotel with a wonderful location where you can certainly enjoy your time in San Jose. Gardens, swimming pool, tennis court and all the leisure of a hotel that has years of experience in giving the best service to its guests. Come and enjoy the magnificence of downtown in a hotel that has been part of the city for decades: the Best Western Irazu Hotel.


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Playa Hermosa Costa Rica

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Playa Hermosa Costa Rica in Guanacaste is a 5 hour drive from the capitol. This exotic gray sand beach surrounds a calm bay with a laid back atmosphere, ideal for families with small children. But within minutes of Playa Hermosa Costa Rica you'll also find world class surfing sports. This shore is known as one of the greatest places to enjoy a variety of water sports. In Playa Hermosa Costa Rica you will find charming restaurants, bars, clubs, supermarkets and adventure tours. Wake up early to enjoy the sounds of nature. Playa Hermosa Costa Rica has been awarded the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism Blue flag for the quality of its cleanliness and its conservation efforts to keep the wildlife and vegetation as well as other natural resources as clean as possible. During the afternoon, lounge under the shade of an almond tree and watch the Playa Hermosa Costa Rica sunset, with its reddish orange light reflecting over every surface, giving everything a magical appearance. In Playa Hermosa Costa Rica you can enjoy nature's tranquility and its relaxed atmosphere.



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Playa Zancudo Costa Rica

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Considered by many to be one of the best beaches in Costa Rica, Playa Zancudo is a gorgeous black sand beach located around 20 km south of Golfito in the Puntarenas province. The perfect location for a relaxing holiday, Playa Zancudo offers backpackers, surfers and families, alike a fantastic getaway to an area that is far from the hustle and bustle of Costa Rica’s other beaches. With unspoiled sceneries and totally natural surroundings, this beach is a haven for those who want a tranquil vacation.

A relatively quiet beach, Playa Zancudo is thought to have some of the best swimming on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast. However, what people do not realize is that this beach is an excellent surfing and sport fishing destination as well. Lying on the southern bank of the Rio Coto Colorado, Playa Zancudo also lies near a mangrove swamp with great opportunities to view much of the local wildlife. Watch out for the many birds, monkeys and crocodiles that live in the area.

With a 6-km long beach that is mostly flat, the crystal clear blue waters of the Pacific calmly roll onto the shores of Zancudo beach to create gentle surf that is ideal for all to relax and enjoy. While the northern end of the beach is mostly calm, the far south has waves that are intense enough to surf. For those who enjoy boogie boarding or body surfing, the central beach area of Playa Zancudo is just right.

With spectacular sunsets, this beach turns into a magical realm on a starry night, as small phosphorescent marine life light up the waters of the beach to present a scene like no other. During the day, this beach has wonderful views across the Golfo Dulce into the bay. A popular backpacker retreat because of the excellent surfing, Playa Zancudo has cheap accommodations, great food, a number of bars, restaurants and discos, and a casual atmosphere with friendly locals making it the ultimate holiday escape.

Here, the Pacific Ocean is your playground where you can indulge in a variety of water sports including: scuba diving, sport fishing, snorkeling, water-skiing, horseback riding, kayaking, or tours of the nearby Rio Coto Colorado. For land lovers, you can visit the Casa Orquideas Botanical Gardens or hike trails close to the river. You can either reach Playa Zancudo by bus from Golfito or you can take a water taxi from the docks. If you opt for a boat ride, be sure to take a camera as you will have plenty of fabulous photo opportunities along the magnificent coast.

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Puerto Jimenez is a small town on the northeast tip of the Osa Peninsula, south of the province of Puntarenas in Costa Rica. It is the gateway to national park “ Corcovado ” and the coastal villages of Cabo Matapalo and Carate. Rustic elegance and a peaceful, yet inviting ambience merges lovely with a great place to stay at night, and then go fishing during the day. For many, this Costa Rican town is the closest they’ve seen to paradise. The way to Puerto Jimenez, could either be by bus or car (this will take about 9 hours of driving, outstanding sightseeing though) or a 55 minute domestic flight that will give you a lot more time to enjoy Puerto Jimenez and the Osa Peninsula. Rough Jungles can experience with no worries at all. The town itself is only a couple of gravel streets, walked everyday by local, backpackers and passersby that certainly enjoy the small town feeling that embraces Puerto Jimenez.

Don’t even think that the nightlife is going to be too sleepy for you, the town comes alive on some evenings with the locals and visitors, enjoying the Mango Margaritas and Imperial beers at some of the popular bars of this small town. Night time might be interesting and a quite a different experience. Also the close towns such as Pan Dulce, and Carbonera beaches are surfing paradises. Puerto Jimenez offers amazing sports fishing and impressive hiking the nearby forests such as Corcovado National Park, wich is a Biological Reserved area full of stunning tropical plants and animals.


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Playa Hermosa Costa Rica

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Playa Hermosa Costa Rica in Guanacaste is a 5 hour drive from the capitol. This exotic gray sand beach surrounds a calm bay with a laid back atmosphere, ideal for families with small children. But within minutes of Playa Hermosa Costa Rica you'll also find world class surfing sports. This shore is known as one of the greatest places to enjoy a variety of water sports. In Playa Hermosa Costa Rica you will find charming restaurants, bars, clubs, supermarkets and adventure tours. Wake up early to enjoy the sounds of nature. Playa Hermosa Costa Rica has been awarded the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism Blue flag for the quality of its cleanliness and its conservation efforts to keep the wildlife and vegetation as well as other natural resources as clean as possible. During the afternoon, lounge under the shade of an almond tree and watch the Playa Hermosa Costa Rica sunset, with its reddish orange light reflecting over every surface, giving everything a magical appearance. In Playa Hermosa Costa Rica you can enjoy nature's tranquility and its relaxed atmosphere.

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Richmond Towers Communications: Get fired up for a truly South African summer

Jul 06, 2010 12:26 CEST

Four weeks of World Cup fever mean we know more about South Africa than ever before – but who knew that the host nation shares Britain’s passion for the barbecue, known in South Africa as a braai?

With record-breaking temperatures forecast for Britain this summer, men up and down the country are sure to be reaching for their aprons, donning their chef hats and firing up the grill – and their South African counterparts will be doing the same. A huge national tradition, the braai ritual is taken very seriously and, just like the Brits (who are notoriously glued to their barbecues come rain or shine), South Africans will braai whatever the weather.

Everything from T-bone steaks to fish, karoo oysters (deer testicles) and boerewors (farm sausage) can be cooked on the braai. Although the meat is served with lots of different fruits and vegetables, South Africa’s native avocado always shines through as a clear favourite.

A perfect accompaniment to your barbecue (or braai) is guacamole, great as a side dip or with a burger. However, there is fierce argument in South Africa about what should go into the perfect guacamole. Visitwww.summeravocados.com to find a whole host of recipes, or enter your own special guacamole recipe for a chance to win a South African braai!

In the meantime, try giving this simple guacamole recipe a go:

Ingredients:

2 ripe Summer Avocados
1 clove garlic
1 red chilli
Handful chopped coriander
Juice of one lime
½ small red onion finely chopped
salt and pepper

Method:

- Finely chop the garlic, onion, chilli (seeds removed) and coriander.
- Mash the avocados to a smooth consistency and add in the onion, chilli, garlic and coriander.
- Mix together along with the juice of a lime.
- Season to taste.

Or try this more exotic version:
Tequila guacamole dip

2 just ripe Summer Avocados
juice of 1 lime
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tomato, seeded and finely chopped
125ml (½ cup) fresh coriander, chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
splash of tequila

- Mash the avocado in a bowl and stir in the lime juice with a fork until creamy.
- Fold in the shallots, garlic, tomato, coriander, jalapeño and season. Mix in the tequila cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
3 Serve with tortillas

Notes to editors:

Did you know?
Avocados are packed with nutrients, including:
• Folate, which promotes healthy cell and tissue development
• Fibre, which is good for lowering cholesterol and maintaining a healthy heart
• Potassium (they are a richer source than bananas!)
• Magnesium and phosphorus
• Vitamins such as Vitamin A, Vitamin B6 and Niacin
• Antioxidants, to protect the body from free radicals that cause deterioration and ageing; and
• Mono-unsaturates – the fat that helps lower LDL (bad cholesterol).
And contrary to popular belief, avocados aren’t fattening: half an avocado contains just 138 calories!

The Summer Avocado season runs from April to October.

For further information and more delicious Summer Avocado recipes and images, please contact:

Zarya Deighton/Helena Velliades
Richmond Towers Communications
26 Fitzroy Square
London, W1T 6BT
Tel: 020 7388 7421
Email: zarya@rt-com.com Helena@rt-com.com

Skyscanner: Skyscanner Flight Trends May 2010: Top 50 Flight Destinations

Jun 04, 2010 12:46 CEST

May 2010 has been yet another eventful month for the US/Canadian travel sector with continued weather upheavals, with volcanic ash leading to fragmented European airspace closures, together with airline strikes and ongoing civil unrest in Thailand.
Cheap airfare comparison site Skyscanner.com reveals the Top-50 travel destinations in May.
Data indicates that the top-five destinations remain relatively stable, with flights to London and New York dominating overall search volumes. Paris has moved up two spots to number three; with Las Vegas in fourth and Los Angeles moving up one spot into fifth position.
Top Movers
Istanbul jetted upwards a stunning 13 spots to number 21 as travelers responded to the romantic lure of this exotic city. Russia and Poland continued to draw US visitors to its cities with Warsaw and Moscow both moving up nine places to 32 and 38, respectively.
Denver moved up ten places to position 36, while Dallas climbed nine places to number 35. Vancouver saw a jump of seven places, displacing Mexico City at 42, with some travelers possibly lured by Vancouver’s Bard on the Beach program of outdoor Shakespeare performances throughout the month of June.
Biggest Drops
Taking the most precipitous dive during the month was Seoul, which dropped ten places to number 37, possibly a result of the worsening political situation. Madrid dropped from the top-five destinations to number nine while Barcelona remains in the Top Twenty after dropping four places to number 16.
New Entries
Searches for flights to Europe remained strong, with Brussels and Stockholm making their debut in May’s Top-50.
Drop Outs
After making it into Top 50 last month, Lisbon has dropped out of the list. Scotland loses favor with North Americans, with both Glasgow and Edinburgh dropping off the list this month.
Top 20 Destinations, May 2010
1 London
2 New York
3 Paris
4 Las Vegas
5 Los Angeles
6 Frankfurt
7 Rome
8 Dublin
9 Madrid
10 Chicago
11 San Francisco
12 Manchester
13 Orlando
14 Miami
15 Amsterdam
16 Barcelona
17 Washington
18 Cancun
19 Seattle
20 Boston
About Skyscanner.com
Skyscanner instantly compares online flight prices for over 670,000 routes on over 600 airlines. And with Skyscanner, users can just browse -without having to enter specific dates or destinations. Speak another language? Skyscanner is also available in 20 different languages: including Spanish, Chinese and French.
Contacts
Skyscanner
Scot Carlson / Mary Porter
www.skyscanner.com
scotc@skyscanner.net / maryp@skyscanner.net
Tel: 1-650-249-3747

Travel-Ticker.com: Travel Ticker Reveals Budget-Friendly Family Trips That Exceed a Theme Park Experience

May 25, 2010 12:29 CEST

Survey Suggests Parents Often Unfulfilled With Theme Park Family Vacations and Ready to Break Away

Travel Ticker®, a leading inspirational travel website, today announced the results of its 2010 Family Vacation Survey, conducted by Harris Interactive®. This year, 80 percent of parents who go on family vacations say they would prefer to visit a non-theme park destination for their next family trip if cost and planning efforts were comparable. To help, the experts at Travel Ticker have done all the planning work for them, finding affordable family trip ideas for an experience better than any theme park.
It's no surprise that the 2010 Family Vacation Survey found that 97 percent of parents who go on family vacations want a trip that both they and their children will enjoy. What is surprising is that the majority (62 percent) also feel that the vacations end up being only about their children's preferences rather than their own. Theme parks are family vacation hot spots because kids love them and they are easy to plan, but it's clear that parents aren't getting much of a vacation for themselves. The team at Travel Ticker wants all parents to know that they can take a family trip everyone will love, and, it's easier and cheaper than they think. You just need to know the tricks.
"Parents are busy and they want the best for their kids, which is why plug-and-play theme park trips are so popular," saidBarbara Messing, General Manager of Travel Ticker. "But the Family Vacation Survey confirms what I've heard so often – parents don't get much enjoyment for themselves. So I'd like to help them find an amazing vacation for everyone without sacrificing the fun for the kids or spending a lot of money."
Here are Travel Ticker's top five theme park free family vacation ideas:
1. Adventure: Hike through the Amazon, swing on a jungle vine like Tarzan or experience the mystical "Lost City in the Clouds" with your family adventure to South America. With family-friendly vacation packages that make planning easy, exotic destinations like Machu Picchu are more accessible than ever – and at a value beyond your wildest dreams.

• Peru trip with air, hotel, Machu Picchu tour + extras, $849 – A trip and deal of a lifetime. Get your flight, 4 nights in three cities, transfers, breakfast, and tours (including Machu Picchu) from $849. Booking your air/hotel/tours individually can cost $200 more. Valid May 27-November 10. Book by 6/2/10.

2. Edutainment: Big cities are the perfect combination of education and entertainment, and they're sure to keep both kids and parents delighted. When it comes to cities, there is no place like New York to experience a huge array of edutainment options at prices that can fit any budget. Explore the world-famous FAO Schwarz Fifth Avenue store, discover the city's fascinating history with free Big Apple Greeter tours or visit some of the world-famous museums.

• $129 NYC hotel in Midtown, includes weekend (reg. $209) – The Thirty Thirty Hotel in Midtown Manhattan has rates from just $129 for stays any night of the week, July 1-September 6. Or stay June 1-30 from $10 more. This is the best offer we've seen all year for NYC. Book by 6/9/10.

3. Cultural: Europe is the creme de la creme if you're looking for a rich, eye-opening cultural experience. And Italy has enough culture and excitement to satisfy the entire family. Whether it's feasting on traditional pasta and pizza, seeing the world-renowned opera or just mingling with locals, this year is a great time to skip over the pond with a steal of a deal. Mamma mia!

• Rome/Florence: 7-day air + hotel package, $699 (reg. $849) – Save $150 per person on this trip to Italy that includes flights, hotels in Rome and Florence, and breakfast. Rates start at $699 for travel on select dates, November 4, 2010-March 24, 2011. Book by 6/2/10.

4. Au Naturel: Take in the sights and appreciate Mother Nature at her finest with a trip that's sure to leave everyone with a meaningful and lasting impression. Costa Rica is a great family destination to experience the beauty of Earth. Get close to wildlife that your children have only read about in books, swim under a waterfall and see the breath-taking cloud forests – all for an amazingly low price.

• Costa Rica trip with air, hotel, SUV, and breakfast -- $499 – A flight to Costa Rica, 6 nights at your choice of hotels, a 7-day SUV rental, and breakfast daily is yours from $499. Are you as shocked as we were? This amazing offer is valid on many departure dates, May-October. Book by 6/2/10.

5. Beach/All-Inclusive: Fun activities for you and the kids, amazing food, yummy drinks and beautiful beaches that's all pre-planned and available for one low price? That's the magic of an all-inclusive resort. Taking a family beach vacation can be the pinnacle of stress-free vacations.

• All-inclusive stay in a suite at oceanfront Cabo resort -- $79 – Weather, wallet, and kid friendly. For just $79 per person, per night, you'll get a garden-view suite at the intimate Solmar Resort and all meals and drinks. Plus, kids stay/eat/play at no extra cost. Offer valid now-December 22 with a 3-night minimum. Book by 6/9/10.

Contact:
Rachel Mock
Atomic PR
310-689-7586
rachel.mock@atomicpr.com
SOURCE Travel-Ticker.com

GTS Education, Inc: South African Airways, Ltd. Invited on “The Global Learning Series” “Understanding Business and Exotic Travel”

May 14, 2010 11:26 CEST

Global Television & Web Education Series to Highlight Sub-Saharan Africa’s Gateway to the 21st Century
“The Global Learning Series,” an education-focused public television distributed program, will feature South African Airways, Ltd., in an episode called “Understanding Business and Exotic Travel.”

The show will be distributed late summer and early fall globally to the web, U.S. Government Voice of America Television, all public television stations in the U.S, and several cable television stations throughout the U.S as well. The program will educate viewers on important issues regarding business and personal travel to and from the African Continent.

As a featured guest on “The Global Learning Series,” the South African Airways Ltd. story will be shot in three locations; Washington D.C., in flight from Washington D.C. to Johannesburg and ultimately at the terminal and lounge at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa. The focus there is to inform, educate and entertain the global web and television viewer by capturing the carefully balanced essence and ambience of the African Continent imbued and woven through beautiful locally crafted fittings, furniture and finishes, into a 21st century global business and personal travel environment. The South African Airways’ international departures lounge at O.R. Tambo International Airport is finally crowned with a stunning view of the airport runway and many modern high tech amenities including; wireless and high speed internet connections.

“South African Airways has truly earned and exceeded global leadership status in bringing the business and personal travel world to the African Continent. On behalf of “The Global Learning Series,” we are very proud of SAA and South Africa’s continued rising star status in the 21st Century global business community,” noted John McGuire, Executive Producer of Programming for “The Global Learning Series.”

About South African Airways Ltd.

Founded in 1934, South African Airways features daily nonstop service from the U.S to South Africa with morning departures from New York JFK, and afternoon direct service from Washington Dulles that offer travel convenience and award-winning service. SAA’s unrivaled network, featuring seamless connections to more than 20 destinations within South Africa, and more than 20 cities across the rest of the continent, makes the airline the savvy traveler’s gateway to Africa.

More information about South African Airways Ltd., is available at www.flysaa.com

About “The Global Learning Series”

“The Global Learning Series” is education-focused, issue-oriented, non-commercial, and is independently produced and distributed directly to public television stations around the country and globally to both the web and U.S. Government Voice of America News and Information. “The Global Learning Series” strictly follows the standards and practices of public television, and is distributed freely to public television stations and VOA Television for them to use at their own discretion. “The Global Learning Series” program is not affiliated with PBS. For program information, contact: www.thegloballearningseries.tv
Contact Information
The Global Learning Series
Patricia Stricker
561.338.7479 ext 279
info@thegloballearningseries.tv
www.thegloballearningseries.tv

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Fred Olsen Cruise Lines: Fred Olsen Cruise Lines Introduces Luxury World Cruise Sectors

Apr 06, 2010 13:40 CEST

A Fred Olsen World Cruise is the stuff of dreams, but not everyone can commit to the full three-month long adventure. This is why Fred Olsen Cruise Lines created World Cruise sectors. These are specially selected segments that allow joining the cruise en-route for between two and six weeks, depending on the cruise destination.

Customers can for example book a cruise which set sails from Southampton for the Caribbean cruise and South America, then fly back from Peru. Or book a fly cruise and join Balmoral cruise ship in Singapore, for an exotic 13-night Thailand cruise, the west coast of India and on to Dubai for your flight home. In this trip customers can enjoy the warmer climes of the Canaries. Then settle back and relax as Balmoral will cruise across the Atlantic for Barbados and the Caribbean islands. Then they’ll navigate the magnificent Panama Canal and cruise down South America’s stunning west coast to Ecuador. Here dense rainforest gives way to the white beaches of Manta. The final cruise destination on this cruise is the historic port of Callao in Peru.

This Southampton to Peru Cruise is just an example, because the range of the World Cruise sectors available is vast and set for any kind, like from Sidney to Dubay, where Balmoral leaves from Sidney, passing from the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, to Singapore and Cambodia, to finally get to Mumbai.

Epic journeys lasting up to 108 nights to distant parts of the world are also available, cruising around some of the seven continents of the world.

From the Caribbean to the Canaries cruises, the tranquillity of the Mediterranean to remarkable journeys around the world, Fred Olsen offers this cruise holiday adventure in the unique and relaxed style that sets these lines apart from other cruise lines.

As always, there are also mini cruises available at Fred Olsen. These cruises of a maximum of 5 nights long offer a ‘taster‘ of what life on board is like. A mini cruise gives the opportunity to visit destinations closer to home. From Amsterdam, the city of canals and bridges, to the Isle of Man, or Dublin to taste the black stuff.

At Fred Olsen there’s a tradition of smaller ships. Each one in the fleet has its own unique personality, and never loses that friendly atmosphere, where friendships are forged with passengers and crew alike. On board there are any kind of facilities and activities: pools, library, beauty salons, Arts Club and fitness classes.
Contact Information
Fred Olsen Cruises
Artur Jach
02075753010
seofredolsen@googlemail.com
www.fredolsencruises.com

Octopus Travel: Morocco set to be the 'it' Destination in 2010, Predict Octopus Travel

Mar 19, 2010 12:36 CET

With the news that the hotly-anticipated Sex and The City sequel is set to take place in Morocco, Octopus Travel are today promoting Marrakech as an ideal destination for a short break or full holiday with friends.
The sequel will see the girls leave New York for an exotic trip to Morocco, where they will walk through the dunes of the Sahara Desert, lunch under the shade of a Bedouin tent and party the night away alongside belly dancers at a local nightclub.
Filming was recently completed at the truly opulent Amanjena Hotel in Marrakech, part of the Aman Resorts collection of hotels, all of which promise to deliver "beautiful natural location, outstanding facilities, exceptional service and a small number of rooms to ensure exclusivity and privacy."
British-Iranian actor and comedian Omid Djalili is set to play the hotels Moroccan owner, while Penelope Cruz, Liza Minnelli and Miley Cyrus are all expected to make cameos.
A spokesperson for Octopus Travel, online booking agents who offer Marrakech hotels ( http://uk.octopustravel.com/hotels/2/morocco/marrakech-hotels/), said "Sex and The City 2 is going to do wonders for raising Morocco's profile as an exotic holiday destination. With its abundance of luxurious hotels, restaurants and bars, all within an exotic North African setting, Morocco could well become the 'it' destination for 'it' girls in 2010."
About Octopus Travel
Octopus Travel, a Travelport company, is a leading online hotel retailer displaying real-time availability and confirmations in multiple languages. Octopus Travel provides access to a huge inventory of over 50,000 hotels in more than 6,000 cities, spanning 129 countries, ranging from independent hotels, chain hotels and B&Bs. No matter where customers are going, we aim to provide the most relevant accommodation at the most competitive price. What you see is what you get with Octopus Travel. Honest hotel reviews and our fully inclusive honest pricing means there are no hidden charges such as booking fees, extra taxes or surcharges.
For more information please visit http://uk.octopustravel.com/hotels/2/morocco/marrakech-hotels
Contact: Octopus Travel, Laura Egido, Brand & Communications Manager, +34-915-221-003

CuracaoCoupons: CuracaoCoupons - Buy Now – Travel Later – $400 Savings Coupon Promotion Available Again

Mar 09, 2010 09:42 CET

The Curacao Tourist Board, Maduro Travel & CuracaoCoupons.info are offering the successful return of Curacao Now! Coupon in 2010. This exclusive voucher booklet “Visitors Pass” entitles the bearer to $400 total credit that includes a maximum of two $200 Curacao Now Rebates per room.
The Curacao Tourist Board has another hit on their hands with the successful return of Curacao Now™ Coupon in 2010. The headline on the exclusive voucher booklet “Visitors Pass” entitles the bearer to $400 total credit that includes a maximum of two $200 Curacao Now Rebates per room.

Plus, $200 in Food and Beverage Credit per room, one night free (5 night minimum stay) lodging, one free Dive day, and one free car rental day. All of this is made possible by participating program partners and on-island Vouchers. The Board points with pride to old and new contributors to the program. The final part of the package is discount prices at all participating Attractions, Museums, Transfers and Tours through on-island vouchers.

Value hunting vacationers to the Caribbean love this simple, tourist friendly package. A toll free telephone call to 1-800-327-6709 will connect you to Curacao experts at Maduro Travel. Use the Redemption Code: Curacao$400 to initiate your money saving vacation.

Savvy travelers know that making the call between February 15 and March 15, 2010 during the booking window, secures their savings for either travel window. The first travel window is May 1 to July 4, 2010 and the second time frame is August 15 through December 18, 2010.

A representative of Curacao Now™ has reported “increased traffic on the website” as the offering has reached the halfway point. Curacao Coupons, in partnership with the renowned Maduro Travel, is the official Tour Operator Partner for Curacao Now™.

One day free car rental makes you the tour guide and master of your adventure. A day of free diving on an island that boasts some of the top dive spots in the Caribbean is underwater bliss. A free night in a luxurious hotel and $200 food and drink credit are just some of the reasons this offer is creating buzz.

Participating hotels, dive operators, and partners providing on-island Vouchers have really outdone themselves this year according to friends of the Curacao Tourist Board.

Divers, golfers, diners, shoppers, casino goers, singles, and couples are fans of this 17th century Dutch colonial village on an exotic island. From uninhabited beaches for uninhibited couples to crowded upscale nightclubs with packed dance floors there is a smorgasbord of activities waiting on Curacao. Many year round residents describe this exotic island retreat as a “little piece of Northern Europe in the Southern Caribbean”.

There is still time to take advantage of Curacao Now™ Coupons and literally put money back in your pocket just in time for the vacation of your life. Most people would consider paying extra to visit an unspoiled island paradise that blends the traditional with the new. Curacao has purposely avoided tourist trap style attractions leaving visitors captivated by the natural assets and friendly outgoing people that create a welcoming adventure.

A vibrant vacation on a beautiful island where the mantra is “live and let live” and the average temperature is mid-80’s ensures a sizzling trip to a Caribbean hotspot with a coupon that equals cold cash.

Curacao Coupons
Contact: Jake Johnson
Telephone: 800-327-6709
Email: Info@CuracaoCoupons.info
http://www.CuracaoCoupons.info/
Contact Information
CuracaoCoupons
Jake Johnson
800-327-6709
Info@CuracaoCoupons.info
www.CuracaoCoupons.info

WorldCharms (USA) LLC: ZeMis Launches Facebook Fan Page "Promote Your Country" Campaign

Feb 24, 2010 11:16 CET

In line with ZeMis’ primary mission of spreading cultural awareness, the lifestyle accessories store is pleased to announce the launch of its Facebook Fan Page Global Rally campaign exclusively through its Facebook Fan Page located at www.facebook.com/zemisfans. This "Promote Your Country" campaign is open to anybody with a Facebook account who can simply sign up to become a ZeMis fan and suggest to his/her friends to become a fan.
ZeMis, which recently launched its Facebook fan page a few months ago, aims to generate a huge and diverse fan base from over a hundred countries. ZeMis has site visitors from over 100 countries and 1000 cities. ZeMis hopes to spawn some publicity similar to the "New 7 Wonders of the World" campaign of the New7Wonders foundation, but in a much smaller scale.

Lindy Castillo, ZeMis’ founder explains, “The goal of this Facebook Fan page campaign is to create awareness for the site to a global audience. It is not a popularity survey/competition of what is the "best country" nor do we allow multiple entries per person. There are no votes to be cast. By these virtues alone, we can’t expect to even come close to the publicity generated when the New 7 Wonders of the World was launched.” Castillo adds further, “If we could just create a truly global community within the confines of the Facebook fan page and engage in discourse on traditions, religions, cultural quirks or tourist destinations, we would have achieved our goal. In concrete terms, we hope to reach a minimum of 10,000 fan base from 100 countries across 6 continents. By contrast, the New 7 Wonders of the World bred what a lot of people in media considered as the largest poll in world history with over 100 million votes cast. Many people submitted entries multiple times and covered a period of more than a year. Its next contest of 7 Natural Wonders is expected to generate 1 billion votes (not voters) over a few years.”

While ZeMis specializes in selling exquisite designer accessories artfully crafted by skilled artisans, the world culture store also sells a wide variety of products that promote different cultures of the world. Lindy Castillo, ZeMis’ founder asserts, “It is the primary mission of ZeMis to instill open-heartedness towards accepting and understanding various cultures and religions. Selling products that discuss or display these issues is a good beginning to achieve this goal.” ZeMis sells world music, foreign language film DVD’s and home accessories sourced from across the globe.

For its Spring/Summer collection, ZeMis worked around the theme of "Wonders of the World". ZeMis came up with its owns 7 Wonders list to draw inspiration from for its fabulous Spring collection of neckpieces; namely, Acropolis, Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Barrier Reef, Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu, Taj Mahal and Serengeti. A preview of the Spring/Summer 2010 line may be viewed at http://www.zemis.com/content/Spring_Summer_2010_Collection.htm.

The concept of ZeMis was germinated more than a decade ago when e-commerce was just about to explode. Its founder, Lindy Castillo, is an avid traveler and serious shopaholic who genuinely enjoy bringing home gifts from her exotic trails to family and dear friends. At that time, she had already set up an internet marketing company and was heavily entrenched in her VC firm. She put this project on hold but her passion to spread cultural awareness and encourage world travel never wore off. Finally in late 2008, she launched her online store and never looked back.

ZeMis utilizes Amazon's e-commerce technology in order to provide ZeMis guests a safe, secure, and convenient online shopping experience. Transaction processing for ZeMis is handled by Amazon so buyers can use their Amazon.com account to order and checkout.

About ZeMis
ZeMis is owned by ZeMis LTD, which is associated with World Charms (USA) LLC, a private Delaware LLC. ZeMis has teamed up with Amazon.com and licenses its shopping cart software for its reliability and cutting edge features. Inquiries on ZeMis may be directed to marketing@zemis.com.

ZeMis Shop the world over

www.zemis.com
Contact Information
CyberConcepts, Inc.
Lindy Castillo
001-632-479-5400
marketing@zemis.com
www.zemis.com

Banyan Tree Seychelles - Experience 5 Star Luxury and Comfort

Feb 10, 2010 08:43 CET

Banyan Tree Seychelles - Nestled in Intendance Bay with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, one of the world's most beautiful beaches, swaying palm trees and lush tropical forest, the Banyan Tree hotel and spa resort in Seychelles provides a rare taste of paradise for your Seychelles holiday. For the very best of Seychellois architecture, its 60 stunning pool villas combine contemporary, colonial and 'plantation' décor; from high sloping ceilings, airy verandas and louvered doors to ethnic woven textiles. The eclectic villa interiors provide a true sense of place - allowing you to experience Banyan Tree's signature blend of romance, rejuvenation and exotic sensuality in luxury.
Each of the pool villas at the Banyan Tree Seychelles combine contemporary, colonial and 'plantation' décor and the accommodation features:
• Coffee and tea making facilities
• IDD telephone
• Infinity pool
• Internet access
• In-villa safe
• Mini bar
• Private pavilion
• Sun lounge
• Television
Banyan Tree Seychelles . Weddings - Celebrate the most important day of your life at the sensual and exotic Banyan Tree Seychelles. Spectacular views of the Indian Ocean offer a rare taste of paradise where relaxation and romance come easily. Intimate weddings can be set up on the beach or in the wedding gazebo. Make your wedding day an exceptional one and come to Banyan Tree for a lifetime of happy memories.
Banyan Tree Seychelles . Recreation - Made up of small islands, the Seychelles is perfect island-hopping material, many of which are untouched and possessing its unique charm. Some are rugged and mountainous, covered with dense natural forest ideal for trekking; others are perfect for couples to share an intimate picnic. There are islands that are bird sanctuaries, islands that have century-old giant tortoises roaming free and uninhabited islands that feel like a million miles from anywhere. Visit the islands either by air, cat-coco or private boat charter.
Banyan Tree Seychelles . Spa - Banyan Tree Spa Seychelles invites spa fans to shed the cares of the world in one of its eight luxurious hillside pavilions nestled within the virgin jungle vegetation with ocean views. Indulge in an exotic menu of spa treatments under the skillful hands of the Banyan Tree Spa therapists. Banyan Tree Spa Seychelles is opened from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
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If you're either looking for a 3-star, 4-star or a luxury Seychelles hotel or resort accommodation on the Internet you're at the right place. Whether you are looking for great deals on hotel accommodation in Seychelles or an inclusive package, we at Seychelles Holidays can help you. We have a great selection of hotels to choose from. Our team gives emphasis to on quality and the highest possible level of personal service.

STA Travel: Wanted: World Traveler Interns to Explore the World on STA Travel’s Dime

Jan 28, 2010 12:10 CET

STA Travel – a global travel specialist with more than 30 years experience sending students, teachers and young professionals around the world – today announced the opening of applications for the 2010 World Traveler Internship: a three-month, 8-country-plus, out-of-the-office Internship for two lucky young people with every expense covered by STA Travel.

The World Traveler Internship is open to any young person in the U.S. under the age of 26 who wants the opportunity of a lifetime to travel around the world for three months blogging, shooting photos and videos, and tweeting about their adventures from June through August 2010.

To apply, just visit worldtravelerinternship.com to fill out a short application and submit a link to your two-to-three-minute YouTube video response telling the panel of STA Travel Experts and World Traveler Internship partner judges, including a representative from mtvU, why you should be one of the two World Traveler Interns from the U.S.

All applications must be completed and submitted by March 2, 2010, with the World Traveler Interns being announced on April 13, 2010.

Itinerary

The World Traveler Internship program is known for putting together some of the most exotic and exciting itineraries ever seen and this year is no different.

The World Traveler Interns start their journey in Peru, volunteering at the STA-supported voluntourism project providing after-school tutoring and warm meals to orphaned children in Cuzco, near iconic Machu Picchu. Follow that with a trip through Brazil and Argentina, and a couple weeks in Australia, including a stop in Tasmania, and the Interns are off to a flying start.

The Interns start July in Japan hitting Tokyo and Kyoto before making their way to Thailand for some island hopping and Turkey, where they will visit Istanbul and the site of the Trojan War.

August offers a bit more freedom for the Interns. After a week in Egypt with the pyramids, the Interns will help plan their own itinerary with a Eurail Global Pass and two weeks to explore Western Europe before heading home to the U.S.

Application Process

To apply, potential World Traveler Interns must fill out a short application at worldtravelerinternship.com with a link to their two-to-three-minute YouTube video response detailing why they should be a World Traveler Intern.

Applications close on March 2, 2010, for deliberation by the panel of travel experts, who will then select and notify the top 50 applicants. Those top 50 applicants will then be required to submit a full application, including a formal resume, references and past experience. It is a job after all.

The top 50 are trimmed to the 20 best applicants who must complete a phone interview with one member of the panel of travel experts before they can advanced to the final round of judging. The 10 finalists will be required to submit a second video that will determine the two World Traveler Interns and the two runners-up, who will also receive trip prizes. The Interns and runners-up will be announced on April 13.

mtvU

For 2010, STA Travel is partnering with mtvU, the largest and most comprehensive multi-platform channel for college students, to spread the word about the World Traveler Internship.

The 2010 World Traveler Internship will be featured on mtvU broadcast and online programming and content from the World Traveler Intern’s journey will be featured on the mtvU network later in 2010.

UK World Traveller Internship

For the first time in the four-year World Traveler Internship program, not only will two young people from the U.S. be embarking on the journey of a lifetime this summer, two representatives from the United Kingdom will be taking the plunge as well.

Applications for the two UK World Traveller Internship spots will be accepted at http://www.worldtravellerintern.co.uk, with the application deadline of March 23 and the two UK Interns being announced on April 27.

About STA Travel
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Cruise Thomas Cook: Cruise Thomas Cook Showcases Exclusive Deals for its 'We Won't Be Beaten On Price' Campaign

Jan 08, 2010 12:25 CET

Cruise Thomas Cook, the UK's number one cruise retailer, has launched over 300 exclusive deals with leading cruise lines to kick start its new 'We won't be beaten on price' campaign for 2010.
The exclusive deals covering cruise lines from Cunard and P&O to Royal Caribbean International and Fred Olsen, will be supported by an overall price guarantee to match any of its brochure deals with another identical written quotation from an ABTA travel agent within 24 hours of booking or receiving a quote.
Cruise Thomas Cook is also offering up to an additional £500 off per booking and the chance to win a week's cruise holiday with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises via an in-store scratch card promotion.
Jenny Ellis, Head of Cruise Thomas Cook, commented; "We are dedicated to finding customers the best value deals we can obtain from our cruise partners and to assure them that they won't find better prices anywhere else. Not only do we have the best deals but we believe we have the best cruise experts to match customers' requests across a wide mix of cruise holidays."
Cruise Thomas Cook's exclusive deals valid from 28th December 2009 until 31st January 2010 include…
P&O - Savings of up to £800 per stateroom with up to £200 on-board spend and an Oceana exclusive with on board spend on every 2010 sailing.
Princess - Savings of up to £1,000 per stateroom with $200 free on board spend on Alaska 2010 sailings and selected Exotic 2010/11 sailings. Savings of up to £750 per stateroom with $200 free on board spend on selected Caribbean 2010/11 sailings and up to £400 per stateroom savings with $200 free on board spend on European 2010 sailings.
In addition, Cruise Thomas Cook has exclusive pricing and up to $30 per person on board spend on Star Princess' 10 night fly-cruise around Scandinavia, departing from Copenhagen between 12th May - 30th August 2010.
Cunard - From now until 28th February 2010, Cruise Thomas Cook is offering savings of up to £300 per person as well as $10 per person, per night on board spend on all 2010 transatlantic crossings.
Ocean Village - From 28th December until 28th February 2010, Cruise Thomas Cook is offering £50 per person additional savings on 7 night cruises, priced from £699 per person and £100 per person additional savings on 14 night cruises, priced from £1149 per person
Royal Caribbean International - Cruise Thomas Cook is offering savings of up to £400 per stateroom and up to $200 on board spend per cabin including selected sailings on Oasis of the Seas - the largest Cruise Ship in the world. Reduced child fares from £79 per person are also available along with exclusive prices on short break cruises to Cork and Paris.
NCL - For December bookings, Cruise Thomas Cook is offering exclusive free on board spend from $50 (for Oceanview stateroom bookings) to $250 (for Garden Villa bookings) on a number of NCL sailings including 7 night Mediterranean Treasures sailings departing 18 April - 14 November 2010 and 9 night Western Caribbean Adventure sailings departing 23rd July 2010 - 29th April 2011.
Costa - Cruise Thomas Cook has a range of exclusive on board spend available across Costa's fleet of cruise ships, including £200 on board spend per cabin on all departures, and for selected sailings to the Far East with Costa Allegra and Costa Classica, Cruise Thomas Cook is offering £400 per cabin on board spend.
Cruise Thomas Cook has additional exclusive offers with Fred Olsen, MSC and Holland America Line.
Cruise Thomas Cook Exclusive Deals
Cruise Thomas Cook - 6 night Transatlantic Cruise from £949 per person **Cruise Thomas Cook Exclusive - $70 onboard spend per person**
Cruising with Cunard from Southampton to New York Price based on inside cabin - departing 10 November 2010.
0800 916 6070, www.cruisethomascook.com or visit the nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places
Cruise Thomas Cook - 14 night Caribbean Cruise from £1599 per person
**Cruise Thomas Cook Exclusive $125 onboard spend per person**
Cruising with Princess , Fly UK/Barbados, Greneda, Bonaire, Curacao, Grand Turk, Tortola, St Maarten, Antigua, St Kitts, Dominica, Barbados/Fly UK Price based on inside cabin - departing 15 November 2010.
0800 916 6070, www.cruisethomascook.com or visit the nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places
Cruise Thomas Cook - 7 night Mediterranean Treasures Cruise from £709 per person **Cruise Thomas Cook Exclusive includes up to $250 free onboard spend per stateroom**
Cruising with NCL's Norwegian Jade to Fly UK/Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Palma (Majorca) and Barcelona /Fly UK . Price based on inside cabin and includes return flights from London Heathrow - departing 25th April 2010.
Cruise Thomas Cook - 3 night Short Break Cruise from £299 per person **Cruise Thomas Cook Exclusive Price**
Cruising with Royal Caribbean International's Independence of the Seas from Southampton to Cork. Price based on inside cabin - departing 29th May 2010.
0800 916 6070, www.cruisethomascook.com or visit the nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places
Cruise Thomas Cook - 15 night Western Mediterranean Cruise from £1349 per person
**Cruise Thomas Cook Exclusive £200 per stateroom onboard spending money**
Cruising with P&O Oceana from Southampton to Gibraltar, Cartagena, Rome (from Civitavecchia), Florence / Pisa (from Livorno), Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Cadiz, Southampton . Price based on inside cabin - departing 15th May 2010.
0800 916 6070, www.cruisethomascook.com or visit the nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places
For more information on these deals or cruising in 2010, please contact one of Cruise Thomas Cook's specialist agents on 0800 916 6070, atwww.cruisethomascook.com or pop into your nearest Thomas Cook or Going Places.
All prices based on 2 adults sharing unless stated otherwise. Optional supplements may be applicable at the time of booking. Correct at the time of issue however subject to change.