Press Releases by Category Tourism, Cars, Traffic
Dive Friends Bonaire Congratulates Mary Frans for Twenty Years of Loyal Service
On Thursday, May 8, 2008, Dive Friends Bonaire celebrated with their employee, Mary Frans, who reached the 20th anniversary of her employment at the retail stores of Dive-Friends Bonaire.
Mary began her work as a sales assistant back in May of 1988, when tourism to Bonaire was just beginning to grow. The island was a bit quieter back then, and Kaya Grandi, where the stores are located, had a totally…
New Water Services Add Summertime Splash to Amelia Island's Liquid Assets
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla.– Located off the northeastern coast of Florida, Amelia Island is offering two new water experiences available to visitors during the coming summer months.
A new private yacht charter, and ferry service to St. Mary’s, GA. are adding to Amelia Island’s long list of ‘liquid assets.’ Recently chosen as one of the top 10 North American Island’s by Conde Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Awards, Amelia Island…
Washington State Winery Map Released
Port Townsend Map Company Launches Comprehensive Washington State Winery Map
(Port Townsend, Washington; May 17, 2008)—The Map Company, based in Port Townsend, Washington is releasing of the Washington State Winery Map. The road map serves as a guide to wineries in Washington State. It provides necessary information for wine enthusiasts to easily locate wineries and plan their visits. The Washington State Winery Map fills a need for a…
2nd Annual Ireland Coast Links Golf Challenge
Following the inaugural tournament in 2007, the details of the Ireland Coast Links Golf Challenge have now been released. September 7 - 13, 2008 in Northern Ireland. Tournament entry and format is based on 2-person teams, Stableford Scoring - better ball. The best score for each hole will count as the team score. Maximum handicap utilized for scoring will be 24 for men, 28 for ladies. Overall winners will be…
Solar Velocity sponsor SVG Racing
Solar Velocity is proud to announce the formation of SVG Racing. Solar Velocity welcomes the opportunity to expand its marketing expertise to the automotive and racing industries, and looks to use its sponsorship of SVG Racing to further introduce its services to a relatively untapped market. SVG Racing is a private, amateur racing club primarily participating in SCCA and NASA events. SVG Racing promotes sports car club racing through two…
All American Corporation’s 10th Anniversary Marked by Service Excellence Award
All American Corporation’s 10th Anniversary Marked by Service Excellence Award
Named ‘Agent of the Year’ by the American Moving and Storage Association
RALEIGH, N.C. – All American Corporation, a Raleigh-based Mayflower Transit agent and provider of commercial and residential relocation services in North Carolina, has been awarded the inaugural Moving and Storage Agent of the Year Service Excellence Award. The company was honored by the American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA)…
Provencal Parties - Lavender Festivals throughout southern France
Lavender as far as the eye can reach: From the beginning of July, lavender will be the center of attention in the whole south of France. As every year, many villages and cities will arrange big lavender celebrations in order to dignify this year’s lavender harvest. Of course, numerous products made from lavender, for example soaps, oils and other cosmetics, but also lavender honey, potpourris and sachets will be available…
Zell am See-Kaprun invites the friends of motorbiking to the 'BMW Mountain Days' …
Many kilometres of paths through lush green valleys, along the shores of Lake Zell or across Alpine pastures: the network of routes available in Zell am See-Kaprun is a delight not just for walkers and cyclists. Uncounted motorcyclists also travel to Pinzgau year after year to ride their bikes along roads surfaced with asphalt and through the picturesque countryside. Up until now, they had to organize their tours privately. This…
LandofMotors.co.uk Delivers a New Motor Trading Website
Land of Motors is a new UK online motor trading service that offers both private sellers and dealers a complete advertising solution for their new or used vehicles.
LandofMotors.co.uk launches its new UK online motor trading service in May 2008.
The company’s aim is to provide a fast, flexible, feature packed, easy to use, low cost alternative to expensive online motor selling websites.
Land of Motors will cater for adverts of the…
Small New Hampshire Days Inn Franchise Among Brand's Top 5 Nominees for 2008 Day …
The Downtown Dover Durham Days Inn & Suites was recently notified that they are among 5 properties being considered for selection as \"Days Inn Property of the Year for 2008\". Criteria for consideration for this award are revenues per room, quality assurance ratings, and customer satisfaction ratings.
\"We are thrilled to be named as a nominee for this award,\" says Joy Dunphy who\'s managed the property for the last 15 years.…
Underwater video & photo workshops with Sam’s Tours in Palau
Munich, May 5, 2008 - The PADI five Star National Geographic Dive Center Sam’s Tours in Palau, Micronesia, welcomes Dr. Nick Martorano as new staff member. „The award-winning filmmaker of high definition films and digital video producer will offer workshops and training programs on both Apple and Windows based sytems for underwater video shooting, digital video editing, DVD authoring as well as layout and imaging solutions using Adobe Photoshop“, explains…
Website offers bargain accommodation for Euro ’08
Most hotels are already booked out for Euro 2008, however, it is not difficult to find a room… with prooms (‘Private Rooms’). At www.prooms.com private landlords offer available rooms and apartments, or even a simple couch for the night! Customers who cannot find a suitable hotel, or who would rather stay in a private room, can quickly find the right accommodation close to any of the Euro 2008 venues in…
Afternoon Tea at Grosvenor House - The Way to Indulge in the Cosmos of Tea
London, UK, May 1, 2008 DiscountCityHotels.net is delighted to introduce a new section, London Afternoon Tea, keeping in mind the popularity of afternoon tea in this part of the globe. With the introduction of Afternoon Tea, business and leisure travelers coming to the city can have the pleasure of tasting a wide variety of tea in a single place along with the luxury to indulge themselves in delicacies. DiscountCityHotels.net prides…
Travelrobe Urges Customers to use Heathrow Airport Parking despite T5’s Setback …
The disenchanted opening of Heathrow\'s new Terminal still has customers furious over flight cancellations, luggage chaos and the long queues that were endured for several weeks.
London, England May 1 2008 - After years of planning and over £4.3bn spent, BAA and British Airways had a terrible start to what could have been a fanfare opening of Heathrow\'s Terminal Five and the spiraling challenges faced by the airport also included the…
Electric Motion Systems Launches the Next Generation of Electric Bicycles - the …
Dulles, VA – Electronic Motion Systems (EMS) is committed to innovation and quality in Light Electric Vehicles for today’s new generation of adults. The company’s new electric bicycle, the E+, is the next generation of e-bikes. The E+ embodies the essence of modern technology design—simplicity and elegance imposed on advanced technical capabilities. The E+ utilizes advanced electric propulsion technology to provide the ultimate riding experience, through pedaling or in…
Make-A-Wish is Supported by GenieKnows.com to Make Wishes Come True
GenieKnows.com and Stephen Noton have teamed up to help raise awareness and funds for Make-A-Wish Atlantic Provinces Canada to fulfill the wish of Britney, a New Brunswick child, to meet NASCAR racing driver Tony Stewart.
Make-A-Wish Atlantic Provinces grants wishes, creating hope and happiness for children with life-threatening illnesses. It is part of the largest not-for-profit wish granting organization in the world, serving 32 countries with international affiliates on…
Buongiorno Italia! MyGreatWorld.com launches Italy-portal of the fast, free & ac …
Home of the Roman Empire, Cradle of the Western Civilization and Centre of the Catholic Church – Italy is a rich country in many regards and offers endless motifs for any photo-enthusiast. Also complex in topography, visitors enjoy the northern lakes and beauteous tarns as much as the Alps and Apennine Mountains or the several active volcanoes.
Travellers and residents alike can now upload their pictures of this astounding…
Rainbow Rampage, the World's first Gay Motorsport, partners with Stonewall a lea …
DATELINE: Budapest, Hungary. Chennai Event Management Services (CEMS) has a history of working with grassroots charities in India, Africa and Eastern Europe but with the launch of the Rainbow Rampage event organizers knew they\'d need to find a unique partner with a track record for positive social change. Founded in 1989, Stonewall has become an international leader in LGBT advocacy actively assisting in the passing of major legislation to pass…
K&N Filters Announces Horsepower Challenge Win a Car Sweepstakes
K&N has announced a new sweepstakes to promote the K&N Horsepower Challenge Race for NHRA Pro Stock Car teams. K&N Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes prizes include eight trips to the race at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. One of these eight finalists will win a 2008 Pontiac G6 GXP Coupe courtesy of General Motors.
Each finalist prize trip package will include roundtrip coach-class air travel for two, a five…
Greece - a way of life - MyGreatWorld’s adds the land of the Gods to the acclaim …
Greece is not just about the sun and the azure sea, about holiday and hospitality, culture and sports - Greece is far more than that: Greece is a photographer\'s dream come true.
With MyGreatGreece.com now opened for the public, the highly praised MyGreatWorld-Project takes another step to mapping the world with photos, inviting all fans and travellers to share their impressions of Greece with the community. Visitors and residents alike can…
New Ireland Accommodation Travel Guide has been launched
April 2008 the recently launched EireVacation.eu, which is a growing accommodation and travel guide about Ireland in the European Union, teamed up with ReservaCar-DublinAirport.com car rental site.
eirevacation.eu is a directory of hotels, bed & breakfasts, guesthouses & self catering accommodation in Ireland for European visitors. All accommodation possibilities come with direct contacts, addresses, telephones, maps, directions and photos. This guide is a reliable source of information about accommodation in…
Travel Tips and Guidelines in An Unpredictable Travel Environment by Stockbridge …
(Michigan) Stockbridge Consultant Group is arming travelers with timely information and up-to-date tips and guidelines, and it is helping make the booking and travel process as smooth as possible.
The average traveler has a lot to remember with the recent changes in security guidelines, baggage restrictions, weight limitations and changing food services. Travelers now need to track the latest changes and/or guidelines affecting them with regard to elevated security levels.Now it\'s…
Promotional Giveaway from the Premier Corporate Event Planner, Occasions, Inc.
Washington, DC - April 5, 2008 – Need a vacation? Occasions, Inc., DC area’s creative corporate event planner, is giving away two free airline tickets. It's easy to win. Go to their promotional website, corporateoccasionsinc.com and watch the photo slide show of past successful corporate events planned by Occasions, Inc. Then fill in the RFQ for an upcoming event. Qualified entries will be eligible to win two round trip tickets…
smart Owners & Enthusiasts event at the 2008 One Lap of America
You are invited to this very special event that will have smart owners & enthusiasts in attendance. The event is the 2008 Cannonball Run/One Lap of America which will have the 2008 smart fortwo project car as one of the featured vehicles.
This is one of 11 events that will be held at locations across the USA between May 3rd and May 10th. The events are looking to be very exciting…
'Firn & Fun': dance into May at about 2500 metres of altitude
Hot samba rhythms in perpetual ice: this year again Zell am See and Kaprun are welcoming spring with a lot of dance and music in a cheerful mood. Just in time for the beginning of the merry month of May, the traditional 'Firn & Fun' happening is kicking off! As usual, the venue of the spring festival is the pristine white glacier of Kitzsteinhorn.
But snow alone would definitely not be…
The Panorama Regency in Batam, Indonesia Opens Doors to F1 Fanatics in Singapore
Batam, Indonesia – Following the selection of Singapore as the next venue for Formula One, racing enthusiasts are all set to converge in the city-state and its neighboring countries to experience the region’s first street race.
Anticipating the influx of visitors, the Panorama Regency Hotel in Batam, Indonesia, opens its doors to some of the 13,000 people that are expected to be forced to seek accommodations outside Singapore.…
Count-down to T in the Park
Inverkeithing, Fife - The count down has begun! From 11-13 July, Scotland’s biggest music festival will again open its doors, with international stars like the The Verve, Goo Goo Dolls, Counting Crows, REM and Stereophonics, among others, will play side by side with up and coming bands Kings of Leon, Kaiser Chiefs and The Fratellis.
From its humble beginnings at the Strathclyde Country Park in 1995, and at the Balado…
INTERCONTINENTAL MZAAR LEBANON WINS ITS 5TH JIGSAW PIECE
InterContinental Mzaar Lebanon, the country’s most popular mountain resort is proud to announce the winning of its 5th jigsaw piece for “Aim Higher”, making it the first InterContinental in Lebanon and within the 15 in the Middle East to reach such accomplishment.
The purpose of the Jigsaw competition is to reward the hotels within the group whose employees & management are efficiently implementing “Winning Ways” practices namely: DO THE RIGHT THING,…
The Caucasian Challenge - The Last Great Adventure Race
Traveling through 11 countries, former and current conflict zones and every possible type of terrain; The Caucasian Challenge is a legendary entry into the popular motorsports travel phenomenon.
April 11, 2008, Budapest, Hungary. Amateur motor sports enthusiasts and first timers get the chance to explore overlooked but culturally rich regions with the Caucasian Challenge. Urging their audience to "look closer" the itinerary takes participants through an incredible 11 countries beginning…
MS EUROPA wins Fielding’s “Six Star Ship of the Year” award
The Hapag-Lloyd owned luxury cruise ship MS EUROPA, has been awarded the “Six Star Ship of the Year” award from Fielding’s Guide to Luxury Cruises. The 408 passenger ultra-luxury passenger cruise ship, EUROPA, scored 95.4 points out of a possible 100 and won the top honor for the second year running.
The EUROPA scored top spot with high scores for food and dining, crew and service, facilities and activities,…
Advisory: 3000 sq ft Zimbabwe appeal to fly over United Nations
3000-sq-ft banner to deliver 120k petition—"Mbeki: Time to Act"
Avaaz.org, the world's largest international online advocacy network, will issue a dramatic aerial appeal on Wednesday for Thabo Mbeki, South Africa's president, to step up to the plate and support democracy in Zimbabwe.
Building on a 120,000-strong global petition, Avaaz will fly a 3000 square foot banner above the UN on Wednesday morning, calling on Mr Mbeki to convince Robert Mugabe,…
Spain still one of the three most visited holiday destination in the world
La Pineda, April 14, 2008: Spain is still one of the most preferred tourist destination in the world. This fact was stressed by Ms. Pilar Oliver, CEO of Cielo a leading travel portal for tourists who are interested in visiting Spain. She was speaking to journalists on the occasion of launching the upgraded website of the travel portal which includes many new additional features.
Based out of the United Kingdom,…
Bosporus, Black Sea & Anatolia: MyGreatWorld.com warmly welcomes the Republic of …
With Turkey the highly acclaimed new database and alternative photo-community at MyGreatWorld.com adds another key-country to its free, fast & rapidly growing online-platform of the world.
Turkey is one of the oldest continually inhabited areas on the whole planet - and a photographer's dream come true: Rooted in Western as well as in Eastern tradition, history has left visible footprints all over this country, vivid reminders of early Byzantine architecture and…
Geysers, Waterfalls & Volcanoes - MyGreatWorld.com crosses the Arctic Circle
Critically acclaimed database and alternative photo-community at MyGreatWorld.com adds with Iceland another country to its free, fast & rapidly growing online-platform of the world.
Blessed with the warm North Atlantic Current at its doorstep, Iceland could be called the 'hot spot' in the regions of the Arctic. The island - which is the 2nd largest in Europe - is also the 5th most productive country in the world regarding the per…
Zell am See-Kaprun invite to an 'unconference' at the castle
Anyone who has ever been in the audience of a large conference, congress, or seminar, maybe even for several days in a row, knows that phenomenon only too well: there are set schedules to be followed, hours of talks and lots of useless information to be listened to. And the only topic you are really interested in is usually placed right at the bottom of the agenda. By the time…
Idaho Tourism Council Gives the Teton Valley a Recommendation to Receive State A …
Last month, the Idaho Travel Council chose the Teton Springs Resort, the area’s top choice in Idaho golf resorts, as the venue for its annual board meeting. During their visit, the council discussed the state of the Valley and would decide the fate of the area’s ability to tap into the state’s tourism advertising budget.
The Idaho Travel Council advises the state on how and where tourism dollars are allocated…
ItalyTravelNotes.com offers a free guide on Low-cost travel to and from Italy
Written by those who love travelling through Italy, for those who are about to discover it, ItalyTravelNotes.com is offering a free guide on the Low-cost airlines flying to Italy, as well as those flying low-cost within the country.
Rome, Italy – ItalyTravelNotes.com is created by travellers who describe Italy from their personal point of view and share their inspiration of the country and it is targeting those who would like…
U.S. Chrome Treatment Ensures Long Life for DiMora Motorcar’s 1200-Horsepower En …
Superhard Silicon Carbide Replaces Iron Cylinder Sleeves in DiMora Volcano V16 Aluminum Engine
Fond du Lac, WI, April 8, 2008 – U.S. Chrome Corporation of Wisconsin, a division of U.S. Chrome, will use its proprietary NiCom® metal-ceramic coating process to harden the aluminum cylinders of the DiMora Volcano V16 engine, the powerplant used in the $2 Million Natalia SLS 2 sport luxury sedan.
Aluminum engine blocks are much…
The African Dream – VIPvillas.com Launches Bespoke Luxury Holidays Across Africa …
VIPvillas announces a new range of exclusive hotels, lodges and villas in South Africa and beyond
08 April 2008 – Luxury villa and hotel specialist VIPvillas has launched a new range of exclusive hotels and lodges in South Africa, Zambia and Mozambique, expanding its portfolio of ultimate holiday experiences to the African continent.
The company now features 27 select properties across South Africa, ranging from rustic bushcamps and lodges in the Serengeti,…
STAR Servicios Lingüísticos S.L. Accepts the Fitur News Challenge
STAR Servicios Lingüísticos S.L. collaborates with FITUR in a pioneering project within the trade fair sector: the in-situ translation into English of the Trade Fair\'s official newspaper, Fitur News, in its printed version.
STAR Servicios Lingüísticos S.L., the Spanish seat of the STAR Group, is always involved with the leading companies in the most challenging and innovative projects within the multilingual communication sector. On this occasion, the setting was the 28th…
STAR, Quality and Experience at the Service of FITUR
FITUR, the International Tourism Trade Fair, has entrusted in the certified quality of STAR Servicios Lingüísticos S.L. to create the bilingual version of Fitur News, its second generation official online paper.
FITUR, which is the global benchmark for trade fairs within the tourism sector, believes that the development of strategic alliances with established companies, which have proven experience and follow the strictest quality control system, is crucial. With the aim of…
Resume Worthy Summer Travel
Marblehead, MA (April 7, 2008) – For those looking to get something more out of their summer travel experience, there is no need to look beyond the newly launched BrilliantTrips.com. Those aged between 18 and 26 years old can find a variety of specially tailored experiences focused on learning, adventure, cross-cultural understanding, volunteering, sustainable tourism, and ecotourism.
The importance of travel abroad in today’s global marketplace is emphasized…
OnCell Systems, Inc. Launches Text Messaging Services
Rochester, NY, April 3, 2008 – OnCell Systems, Inc., the leading provider of on-demand, location-based multimedia content to cell phones announced today the availability of OnCell Text™ to its’ portfolio of services. OnCell will deliver text messaging in addition to its industry leading OnCell Audio™ service. “Providing text messaging services is a natural progression in the evolution of our product offering” said Bob Bailey, OnCell Systems’ CTO & Director of…
ReservaCar Dublin Airport introduces online ticket reservation on their car rent …
March 2008 ReservaCar Dublin Airport, which offers visitors comprehensive online car rental service in Dublin and at Dublin Airport, is proud to announce the launch of a new online ticket booking and reservation section.
ReservaTicket has been added to ReservaCar-DublinAirport.com car rental site, which originally offers Dublin Airport car hire, now allows customers to rent cars and book tickets online at the same time. ReservaTicket has entertainment events ranging from…
Japan Rail Passes Now Available on InternationalRail.com
Travellers can now Conveniently and Easily Book Japanese Rail Passes with the Most Selection on the Internet for UK Travellers.
6 March 2008 - InternationalRail.com today announced the addition of the Japan Rail Pass section to its international rail pass and tickets offerings, including Europe, Australia, North America and New Zealand. InternationalRail.com is offering the most complete selection of Japan Rail Passes available on the Internet to British travellers.
“Similar to…
Stars meet for a chat and 1000 fans enjoy the great concert in Zell am See-Kapru …
When Mike, Terry, Martin, and Steve hit the piste, they like 'doing the Klammer'. Not always, but definitely when they are really dashing down the slopes, their battle cry is 'Take care: Franz Klammer is coming!' The musicians of Smokie are true fans of the legendary Austrian ski racer. And Marc Girardelli, another former ski racer from the Alpine republic, also rates high with the five Brits.
On 2nd April the…
National Geographic Competition Surfacing Innovations in Tourism
The National Geographic Society and Ashoka's Changemakers are inviting geotourism innovators to enter a global online collaborative competition. The Geotourism Challenge: Celebrating Places, Changing Lives recognizes entrepreneurs that aim to sustain or enhance the geographical character of a place — its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage and the well-being of its residents.
The challenge is accepting entries until April 16, 2008. Everyone is invited to review and discuss applications and…
Dive Friends Bonaire Holds Grand Opening Party at Dive Friends Dive Inn
On Tuesday, April 1st, 2008, Dive Friends Bonaire officially opened their fourth, and newest, location on Bonaire, at Dive Inn. Celebrating with customers and friends from the island, managers Gerrie Fokke and Pascal de Meyer cut the ribbon and Dive Friends Dive Inn was born.
Dive Friends Bonaire now has locations at the Yellow Submarine facility on the north end of the oceanfront promenade, Hamlet Oasis at the north…
International Travellers Take on Europe’s Longest Pub Crawl During Oktoberfest
Kalamunda, Australia - April 8, 2008 – Parties and pubs may make for common bedfellows, but when Australia’s Thirsty Swagman touring company (WorldsBiggestPubCrawl.com) plans a European pub crawl, they shake things up a bit. This year, during Oktoberfest, Thirsty Swagman will be offering an “adventure drinking” excursion for party-hungry travellers with Europe’s longest pub crawl.
The multi-country pub crawl will kick off in the beer tents of Oktoberfest 2008, and offers…
Innovative design: MyGreatWorld.com updates web-interface of the rapidly growing …
In a world of colourful cultures necessarily a universe of perspectives unfolds ...
And it is the whole planet Earth, MyGreatWorld.com aims to document: Every notable spot, each place of interest and even the very streets users are living in – as seen today and in past times. It is a complex and intricate task, yet remarkably supported by MyGreatWorld's latest and enhanced design:
At the main page of MyGreatWorld.com…
