Press Releases by Category Tourism, Cars, Traffic
RimTyme store rolls out car show for charity
INDIANAPOLIS – Sept. 6, 2011 – Supporting local charities is more than a yearly plan for RimTyme of Indianapolis; it’s a promise. Owner Shawn DiLeo and his staff are staying committed to their giving efforts by hosting a special car show on Sept. 11. All proceeds from the event will go directly to cancer and burn patients at the Riley Hospital for Children, a pediatric institution that provides compassionate care,…
New Website Launch for Akrogiali Beach Studios and Apartments
Brilliantly nuzzled amidst a palm tree Eden and the indigo Sea the elegantly crafted Akrogiali affordable beach hotel in Crete embraces the enchantment of this island treasure. Mozaik has managed to launch a new innovative website reflecting the hotel’s blissful ambiance and serene welcoming atmosphere through a clean and structured layout.
The new website lures users with an impressive introduction to discover the spirit of Crete and capture the essence of…
Richies Ride is now offering bike tours in Hout Bay, South Africa
Richies Ride is a small tour operator based in Hout Bay, South Africa. The owner, Richard Fouche, has now created a new ecofriendly tourism product for the area: bicycle tours within Hout Bay.
Hout Bay is a small fishermen town close to Cape Town and known for its ecofriendly, green community. Richard Fouche has now followed this all too necessary trend and translated it into a new sustainable product for the…
Luxury, Comfort, Adventure & Elephants combine for a Memorable South Thailand Tr …
Exotissimo is proud to showcase a different side of Southern Thailand. Well-known for its beaches and tropical islands, the leading destination management company offers a varied outdoor experience in the region, offering ample opportunities for travelers to embrace the beauty and lush surroundings of the area.
Once at the elephant camp, guests will have two options to choose from. If they want to stay put and learn more about the daily…
Sheraton Gateway LAX Hotel Achieves Silver Tier Certification with Green Seal™
Building upon their achievement of bronze tier certification in 2010, the Sheraton Gateway Hotel at Los Angeles Airport is pleased to announce they have earned Green Seal’s Silver Tier Certification under the GS-33 Standard for Hotels and Lodging Properties.
Los Angeles, CA, August 31, 2011 - Building upon their achievement of bronze tier certification in 2010, the Sheraton Gateway Hotel at Los Angeles Airport is pleased to announce they have earned…
VietnamDiscovery.com To Launch New Features For Online Booking Tours
VietnamDiscovery.com is the official online channel for tour booking of Vietnam Discovery Travel Jsc. The website is set up in an attempt to reach out to customers by presenting to them more than 10-year experience in Vietnam travel arrangements in just a few mouse clicks.
In celebrating its 10th birthday, www.VietnamDiscovery.com proudly introduces many newly added features to enhance customers’ experience in booking tours through the website. Tailored to users’ needs,…
The Petit Palace Residence Invites Travelers to Petit song contest
Idyllically set against the miraculous backdrop of the Caldera the Petit Palace boutique residence offers travelers a tranquil and relaxing environment to unwind and surrender to the pleasures of this heavenly all suites retreat. Elegantly furnished and gracefully designed all private suites of this magnificent accommodation exude a blissful aura of serenity and are appointed with inviting décor and lavish amenities for residents to enjoy.
In order to give travelers…
What Every Car Hire-Seeker Should Know Of
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 31, 2011 – YummyBunny – a new car rental search engine, finding and comparing vehicles for hire in thousands of locations all over the world, has just been launched. Thanks to an original and innovative idea, the searching process can be more effective than ever before.
YummyBunny co-operates with 50 of the world-leading car rental companies with years of experience in selling their services. The search engine uses…
agoda.com and Air China Partnership Offers Frequent Flyers More Miles
agoda.com, Asia’s global hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), today announced a partnership with Air China. As a result of the partnership, PhoenixMiles Frequent Flyer members will earn miles when they book a hotel through a special agoda.com landing page.
Air China is one of the world's leading airlines, flying more than 243 routes to 47 international and 91 domestic destinations, and offering more than a…
Exotissimo Introduces its Angkor Bike & Hike, Suited For the Savvy and Curious T …
For many active individuals, it can be hard to not be engaged in outdoor adventure activities. Combining that urge for adrenaline pumping pursuits with exploration of Angkor’s treasured relics, Exotissimo has a tour that brings Cambodia’s temples to dedicated hikers and bikers.
The adventure starts with a trekking excursion around the temples, through thick verdant jungles. A number of Angkor’s finest relics will be visited here, including the grand and majestic…
Environmentally Friendly Fuel Conditioner Promises to Increase Fuel Economy and …
An innovative fuel conditioner / treatment manufactured by PD Fuel Tec has hit the market and is now available in the UK from Russell Mainstream Supply Ltd.
This new type of fuel treatment is set to revolutionise the transport business as unlike other fuel additives, PD-5 Fuel Boost is completely safe to use and transport. PD-5 Fuel Boost can be used in all petrol and diesel engines and boasts some…
airberlin and American Airlines expand codeshare agreement to include Canada
airberlin and American Airlines have added two Canadian destinations to their cooperation agreement. As of today, the codeshare agreement will also include the American Airlines flights from New York-JFK to Montreal and Toronto. The new destinations in Canada will be frequented several times per week and can be reached by airberlin passengers flying from Berlin and Düsseldorf, via New York. Since airberlin's winter flight plan, for the first time, will…
Exotissimo Reveals the Country’s Hidden Corner via its Discover Northeastern Vie …
Be enthralled, enlightened and excited, Exotissimo Travel has a Northeast Vietnam tour that is bound to give intrepid travelers an unparalleled opportunity to discover a hidden corner of the country. Combining scenic drives with hilltribe visits and excursions to historic sites, guests will experience the true flavor of the region’s unique culture.
Northeast Vietnam’s natural beauty will astound travelers the moment they drive out of Hanoi, as the cityscape slowly…
Exotissimo Travel Nominated for ‘Asia’s Leading Tour Operator’
Leading Destination Management Company Exotissimo Travel has been nominated in the ‘Asia’s Leading Tour Operator’ category at the 2011 World Travel Awards. Hailed as the ‘Oscars’ of the travel industry, the awards seek to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the global travel and tourism industry. Now In their 18th year of operation the World Travel Awards have evolved to represent a global search for the very…
Coming soon: PriceSeller for travel deals
Priceseller stands in front of bargain-hungry travelers. The daily deal company is set to roll out travel discounts through a partnership with AppleSpecials. Priceseller Getaways with AppleSpecials is expected to launch in late August, offering deals at 50-70 % off retail prices listed on other travel sites, according to an announcement made on Wednesday. The venture will start in the United States and Canada, with discount offers on travel products…
Certificate of Excellence for Daios Hotel in Thessaloniki Greece
Thessaloniki Greece, August 24th 2011 –The management and the team of Daios Luxury Living, a design hotel located on the seaside of Thessaloniki city, would like to thank all the visitors for their honest reviews on Trip Advisor, the major online community of travelers dedicated to hospitality reviews.
Delivering quality that visitors enjoy was always our objective and we are proud to have the Certificate of Excellence by Trip…
Nalley Jaguar Sponsors Historic Roswell Kiwanis Spring K Classic
Roswell, GA – In March, Nalley Jaguar, a new and used Jaguar dealership serving Roswell and the Atlanta Metro area, sponsored the inaugural Historic Roswell Kiwanis Spring K Classic. The event brought out hundreds of runners and walkers in support of the Historic Roswell Kiwanis Foundation and the children’s charities that it benefits.
The event began and ended at Roswell High School, and included a 5K run, a 10K run…
Bavarian Inn Celebrates National Chicken Month
Frankenmuth, MI – August 29, 2011 – Move over Labor Day and “Back to School,” September is all about “National Chicken Month.” The Bavarian Inn Restaurant invites diners to celebrate the entire month by offering more than 40 delicious chicken dishes in its main dining room and Roof Garden.
That’s not all. The Bavarian Inn Restaurant is also hosting games and contests that get the entire family involved. Visitors…
Nalley Toyota of Roswell Wins Toyota President’s Award
Roswell, GA – Nalley Toyota of Roswell is pleased to announce that it has won the prestigious President’s Award for the first time. The award is given annually by Toyota Motor Sales and is awarded to select dealers for their commitment to maintaining Toyota's high standards for customer satisfaction.
The President’s Award recognizes those dealerships that provide customers with an excellent experience for the entire lifetime of their vehicle. In…
NALLEY ACURA MARIETTA NAMED DEALERSHIP OF DISTINCTION
Atlanta, Ga. – Nalley Acura Marietta was recently recognized as a 2010 Acura Precision Team Dealership of Distinction. This was the eighth time that Nalley Acura Marietta received the award.
The Acura Precision Team Dealership of Distinction Award is given by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. to dealerships that meet a standard of superior achievement in customer satisfaction, sales and service training, customer follow-up, and business management. A dealership’s achievement…
Crown Volvo of Greensboro Announces Winner of New Kids on the Block Concert Tick …
Greensboro, NC – Kathleen Black was selected as the winner of Crown Volvo of Greensboro’s recent Backstreet Boys/New Kids on the Block Concert Ticket Giveaway. Crown Volvo of Greensboro, a prestigious Volvo dealership in the Triad, awarded Black with two VIP club tickets to the July 23 concert at the Greensboro Coliseum. The tour was featured on the Today Show earlier this summer.
Black won the tickets through a contest on…
Coggin Nissan on Atlantic Supports the Special Olympics: Jacksonville Nissan Dea …
Jacksonville, Florida – Coggin Nissan on Atlantic, a Nissan dealership located in Jacksonville, Florida, has recently partnered with the Florida Surfing Association (FSA) to raise money for the Special Olympics Florida surfing program.
Every Tuesday, the FSA spends one hour training the athletes at Jacksonville Beach to prepare them for upcoming Special Olympics competitions. The county games were held on August 13th at Huguenot Memorial Park and the State Games…
Nalley Lexus Roswell Wins Elite of Lexus Award
Roswell, Georgia-- Nalley Lexus Roswell, a distinguished Lexus dealership in Roswell, Georgia, recently has been awarded the 2010 Elite of Lexus award. This award is given to Lexus dealers who excel at sales, service, and overall owner support.
Elite of Lexus dealers are chosen based on customer feedback from surveys that rate owner satisfaction, sales, and service. To be eligible, dealers must achieve a rating of “extremely exceptional” on these…
Amazing Facts about the World's Largest Cruise Ship
UK Cruise retailer Cruise118 has recently launched a new infographic to help people visualise just how vast the World's largest cruise ship - Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas - really is.
An infographic is a collection of data, information or knowledge displayed in a graphical format. The idea is that complex or hard to visualise information can be more easily represented and understood.
A representative for Cruise118 said "This infographic is…
Combining History with Outdoor Excursion, Exotissimo is Proud to Present its Kan …
Kanchanaburi may be famously known for its WW2 history, none more so than the Bridge over the River Kwai. The area is also home to verdant natural scenery, unique local market scenery and lifestyles. Exotissimo has a tour that perfectly captures the historical, cultural and natural aspects of Kanchanaburi.
Guests will be making their first stop in Samut Songkram, visiting a unique country market situated on train tracks. Also included is…
Upgraded Version Of Vietnam-visa.com To Be Launched In September
Vietnam-visa.com is among a few leading websites in Vietnam entrusted by thousands for providing foreign tourists and businessmen with Vietnam visa on arrival every year. With more than 10 year experience in visa service, the website www.Vietnam-visa.com has been a familiar name among travel community.
Recently, an upgraded version of Vietnam-visa.com has been released with more user-friendly interface and new features that are tailored to users’ needs. The launching of new…
Phuket Boat Lagoon crosses water to add moorings in Krabi, Thailand
Phuket, Thailand: As Phuket Boat Lagoon continues to be almost always full to capacity, its owners have been looking across the water to Krabi to increase the number of yacht berths that they can offer.
And it seems that their plans are well advanced, as they have just announced that phase one of their Krabi Boat Lagoon is due to be completed in November this year.
The new marina is located in…
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Appoints New Director of Food & Beverage Simon Huang
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Simon Huang as Director of Food & Beverage.
Simon has extensive hotel experience both in China and overseas. His passion for the hospitality industry started when he was a student in the Netherlands, where he worked for two years. He went on to explore the world by working in St. Louis, Missouri in the United States after leaving Europe.…
GUTSY WOMEN TRAVEL ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP & EXPANDED TRAVEL JOURNEYS DESIGNED …
Tango lessons in Argentina, exotic spa treatments in Marrakech or an “out of Africa” lunch in Karen Blixon’s Nairobi Coffee Garden… just a few stops on the extensive worldwide 2012 travel itineraries offered by Gutsy Women Travel, the leading provider of travel experiences designed exclusively for women. Gutsy Women Travel has entered into an exclusive partnership with world leading tour operator Trafalgar to expand the depth and scope of…
Fun in the Sun: Exotissimo Introduces a Beach Escape at the Less-Traveled Island …
Vacationers looking for a memorable tropical beach holiday should look no further than Thailand. Filled with desirable islands, sandy beaches and bright blue waters, the country is a haven for holiday goers. Exotissimo would like to introduce Koh Lipe, a less-visited island in the Andaman Sea, and one of the company’s top recommended Thai islands, guaranteeing to offer paradise-like holiday experiences with peace and quiet.
Guests will sense the ocean…
JT Touristik counts on HitchHiker
The pioneer in X-Business, JT Touristik, uses HitchHiker X-Converter
Today, the decisive competitive advantage belongs to the one who can build dynamic packages quickly, cost-effectively and at daily updated prices. The most complex part of a packaged tour is the flight. To be able to offer the broadest spectrum possible for this component, JT Touristik, as the pioneer in X-Business, has opted for the latest technology by HitchHiker. The HitchHiker…
25 years of success in travel and the best is yet to come
BRIGHTSUN TRAVEL FLYING HIGHIN THE SKY AFTER 25 YEARS
Brightsun Travel will commemorate its twenty-fifth year in business today by announcing a new loyalty programme designed to reward their loyal customers. The programme called btpoints will enable customers to earn on any time of holiday booking, the more spent – the more earnt.
"We needed to reward our customers for being loyal to us" says Mr Deepak Nangla, Managing Director of…
Nottingham sees New Learner Driver Initiative
An innovative scheme designed to save parents of learner drivers hundreds of pounds comes to Nottingham next month. The initiative, already running in Grantham for the past two years, is named Learnerclub, and it aims to cut the cost of learning to drive by up to 50%
Launched in 2009 by driving instructor Robert Lukies, the scheme was the first of its kind in the country. The premise is that parents…
Mills Motors launches website that makes it easy to sell cars for cash
Now high end or luxury cars that are damaged or wrecked don’t have to be junked, simply get a quote from the new website and sell a car for cash
Mills Motors Inc., has announced the launch of a new website that makes it even easier to sell damaged high end or luxury cars for cash. The website offers a quick quote feature and car pickup options allowing sellers to get…
Get Me To Family of Websites to Give Away Two Free Roundtrip Tickets to Bangkok …
The popular Get Me To Brand of Travel Sites are celebrating the launch of their Bangkok office and website by giving away two roundtrip tickets to Bangkok on Thai Airways. The success of their original GetMeToSydney.com and GetMeToMelbourne.com sites has allowed for the current expansion into Thailand.
They have recently launched four different websites, all being run out of their Bangkok offices: GetMeToBangkok.com, GetMeToMBK.com, GetMeToImpact.com and GetMeToTotalReservation.com. Realizing the…
The UNESCO Heritage of Central Vietnam is brought to Life as Exotissimo Presents …
Central Vietnam is renowned for its UNESCO sites. In five days, guests can experience the area’s and country’s glamour, history and proud heritage with an exclusive Exotissimo experience of the country’s central region.
The enlightening journey starts in the imperial city of Hue, the former capital of the Nguyen Dynasty. Here, elaborate tombs and mausoleums of past emperors reveal fascinating insights into the lives of the imperial families and their subjects.…
Mr. Gilbert Mennetret named General Manager of Grand Mercure Hongqiao
August 18, 2011, Shanghai – Mr. Gilbert Mennetret takes over Grand Mercure Hongqiao as the new General Manager. He was most recently the General Manager of Novotel Wuhan Xinhua in Wuhan, Hubei Province.
A French Native, Gilbert Mennetret started his career with Accor Hotels group in 1978. With a love of art and culture, he spread his footprints across Southeast Asia in the past twenty year, including some of the most…
Swiss Company offers help for UK School Groups
Outdoor Interlaken AG offers support for UK school groups looking to book ski holidays in Switzerland’s Jungfrau Region for winter 2011/2012.
Interlaken, 19. August 2011. Swiss based adventure sports and ski hire company Outdoor Interlaken AG encourages school groups from the UK to continue visiting the Jungfrau Region this upcoming winter, despite a difficult exchange rate and the ongoing investigation into the business practises of the UK tour operator Skiing…
Exotissimo is Proud to Present West Timor, an Exclusive off the Beaten Path Expe …
Situated in the East Nusa Tenaggara, West Timor, is one of Indonesia lesser known destinations as well as a remote one. This does not take away from the place’s beauty and captivating nature. Exotissimo is proud to present West Timor and an opportunity to set a pioneering trail and experience this enchanting place.
Guest will arrive and enjoy the first day at leisure. Then, an exploration of the main city, Kumpang…
Board of Air Berlin PLC accepts resignation of Joachim Hunold - Hartmut Mehdorn …
Mr. Joachim Hunold's offer to step down as the company's CEO as per 1 September 2011 was accepted today by the Board of Directors of Air Berlin PLC with great respect.
Mr. Hartmut Mehdorn, who has been a member of the Board of Air Berlin PLC since 1 July 2009, will assume the position as CEO for an interim period.
Mr. Joachim Hunold will remain bound to the company as a…
Cycladia launches its new travel guide for Rhodes Island, Greece
The quality online Greek travel guide , Cycladia recently launched its first travel guide for an island not within the Cyclades group. Rhodes island has it all, from history and tradition to outstanding natural beauty and great nightlife.
The Aquarium View Hotel & Cactus Hotel, both members of the Island Point Hotel Group are two ideal value-for-money accommodation in Rhodes Town . Located right on the beach on the northernmost…
Joachim Hunold offers his resignation as CEO
This morning, Joachim Hunold, airberlin's CEO, announced that he intends to offer the Board of Directors his resignation from the office as CEO of the company as per 1 September 2011. Mr. Joachim Hunold would like to remain bound to the company for the future as a Non-Executive Director and recommends that Mr. Hartmut Mehdorn, who is already a member of the Board of Directors of the company, becomes his…
Hotels.com Boosts Mobile Strategy With Two New Smart Phone Applications
Hotels.com has recently launched two new smart phone applications for Android and iPhone, which allow the users to search and book more than 135,000 hotels worldwide and view more than 20,000 last minute deals.
This app is available in more than 30 languages and it allow users to sort and filter hotels, find last minute hotel deals close to their location and browse two million user reviews.
Users can book hotels as…
airberlin announces far-reaching measures
Aviation tax hampers return to profitability – Hunold criticizes distortion of competition
• Additional burden on earnings caused by the increased kerosene price and the decline in North Africa-related business
• "Shape & Size" program strives to make company more profitable
• 2nd quarter: Increased revenue, improved yield and capacity utilization, costs before kerosene prices and aviation tax reduced
airberlin, Germany's second-largest airline company, has launched "Shape & Size",
a comprehensive program aiming to make the…
Exotissimo Brings True Local Experiences to Guests with a Thai Homestay
Exotissimo is proud to present its Thai Homestay Experience tour, an experience aimed at bringing the warmth and hospitality of a Thai hosehold to visitors with a genuine stay at a local house.
The family has been welcoming guests into their home since 1990 and for many who have stayed. The house is built from teakwood in traditional manners akin to the Ayutthaya period 150 years ago. The surroundings are…
La Residence Hue joins the MGallery Collection of unique hotels
HUE, Vietnam, 17 August 2011 – Eight decades after French architects imagined an exquisite mansion in the heart of Vietnam, their vision is now fulfilled as La Residence Hotel and Spa joins the elite MGallery Collection – a collection of memorable and unique hotels by Accor.
Introduced in 2008 by Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Vietnam, the hotels and resorts in the MGallery Collection are chosen from thousands of…
NALLEY AUDI ROSWELL WINS SECOND MAGNA SOCIETY AWARD
Roswell, Ga. – Nalley Audi Roswell is pleased to announce its recent recognition as a 2010 recipient of the Magna Society Award, making the dealership a winner twice in the past four years.
The Magna Society program recognizes Audi’s top performing United States dealerships that surpass expectations in customer service and business practices. Having a solid business foundation and receiving high customer service satisfaction scores are two of the key factors…
RELAIS & CHATEAUX RECEIVES TOP SPOT IN EXECUTIVE TRAVEL MAGAZINE’S 2011 LEADING …
New York, NY (August 17, 2011). Relais & Châteaux, an international collection of exquisite, individually owned and operated hotels, was awarded three Leading Edge Awards by readers of American Express Publishing’s Executive Travel magazine.
The Association, which accepts new members after a stringent application process based on the highest quality standards, earned a Gold Award in two categories: Best Hotel Chain for Business Travel and Best Hotel Chain for…
Phuket; Tourism Hub
According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), international tourist arrivals in Thailand have jumped by 24.36% to 8.2 million. They were mainly from the United States, Russia, India, China and Japan.
The TAT also reports that revenue generated by tourism will reach 600 billion baht by the end of the year. They will soon be increasing their marketing efforts to target European first-time visitors, particularly from the United…
Creative FX-wrapped Skoda breaks 200mph barrier
A Skoda Octavia vRS, wrapped by signage specialist, Creative FX, and driven by automotive journalist, Richard Meaden, at Bonneville Speed Week, has broken the record for fastest ever Skoda, after recording a speed of 202.15mph.
The 500BHP Skoda Octavia vRS became one of the few cars to break the 200mph barrier, and the first Skoda ever, on Monday 15th August at Bonneville Speed Week in Utah, America.
The record-breaking car was sporting…
