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Seven Directions Tours Announces New Strategic Partnership with Premier Adventure Companies, ?Southern Rockies Eco Adventures?, to Offer Unparalleled Multi-Day Experiences Combining Cultural Sightseeing with Full Immersion into Nature

January 29, 2012 admin One comment

Seven Directions Tours Announces New Strategic Partnership with Premier Adventure Companies, “Southern Rockies Eco Adventures”, to Offer Unparalleled Multi-Day Experiences Combining Cultural Sightseeing with Full Immersion into Nature











Patrizia Antonicelli, owner of Seven Directions Tours


Santa Fe, New Mexico (PRWEB) January 27, 2012

Seven Directions Tours and Santa Fe Walkabouts have joined their experience and passion for the magical beauty of New Mexico and the Southwest to create quality adventures that are enlightening and fun. Their new partnership’s multi-day adventures, Southern Rockies Eco Adventures, combine slow paced cultural sightseeing trips with direct experiences into nature and bring together the region’s unique history and culture, and the diverse and marvelous natural settings, mountains, canyons, and rivers.

At the core of Southern Rockies Eco Adventures’ philosophy are respect for the wilderness areas and their wildlife, a wise use of the land, and the commitment to value and honor the cultures and traditions of the Southern Rockies.

The knowledge of Seven Directions Tours in designing and delivering unique tours and getaways and the experience in taking adventurous spirits on amazing pristine trails, canyons, and slopes garnered by Santa Fe Walkabouts are supported by the respective skills in creating exciting adventures in a highly professional and impeccable way. This is now available in several unique multi-activity packages, all of which can be customized at travelers’ request.

The multi-day adventures offered by Southern Rockies Eco Adventures include hiking or biking on the mountain ranges surrounding Santa Fe, Taos, and Southern Colorado; spending a day at centuries-old archaeological sites, like Chaco Canyon, Mesa Verde or Canyon de Chelly, to hear the voices from the past and climb to the most distant dwellings. Alternatively one can choose three adventure-rich days in a comfortable campsite, with three meals a day, along the Chama River in Georgia O’Keeffe Country where other activities are made available, from horseback riding in the wilderness to reading Native poetry.

“Sue, Georges and I are very excited to be able to create something not widely available,” said Patrizia Antonicelli, owner of Seven Directions Tours, “and we are confident that it will be a lot of fun both for our guests and ourselves.”

This group is uniquely equipped to serve travelers from different countries and cultures. Sue was born in Myanmar, and lived in Malaysia for several years, before moving to the United States. Georges has his roots in Bulgaria and France, and speaks his native languages fluently as well as Russian, whilst Patrizia is a native Italian, who lived in London, and has extensive traveling experience. They all met in Santa Fe, New Mexico!

In essence, at Southern Rockies Eco Adventures one will find the best personal attention, very knowledgeable and dynamic people who can craft the most satisfying experience, based on the profound knowledge of their land, as well as organize all essential components of each adventure, including accommodation, transportation, and an exceptional service.

New adventures are always posted on the website. Coming soon an adventure featuring hard to find Native Pictographs, a full immersion in nature, and the intriguing saga of the atomic Manhattan Project.

For further information and media inquiries: Patrizia Antonicelli – Tel.505.820.3305

About Seven Directions Tours:

Seven Directions | Cultural and Sustainable Tours has established itself as one of the finest sustainable tour operators in the Southwest. They facilitate exceptional tours that create a memorable and authentic experience that is relaxing and profound in every respect. Seven Directions Tours caters to a wide-ranging audience that seeks a hands-on experience by putting them in touch with the landscape and the people. Clients learn salient information in the comfort of a tour they can customize. Seven Directions Tours can accommodate large and small groups, and individuals. They also specialize in Fly & Drive programs that clients can take on by themselves. To learn more about Seven Directions visit them at http://www.sevendirections.net.

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Explore Arizona Tours Introduces New Online Design

December 30, 2011 admin One comment

Explore Arizona Tours Introduces New Online Design












Mesa, AZ (Vocus) September 5, 2009

Explore Arizona Tours recently introduced their re-designed website. The new layout not only gives the company a fresh look, but makes identifying and finding specific details on the various tours in Arizona quick and straight forward.

The new design permits users to browse tours by activity (hiking, fishing, jeep, air, water, climbing or bus tours). The home page also lists several of the company’s most popular tours and attractions, so finding specific tours is easy, right from the home page.

The most popular tours offered by Explore Arizona Tours are:

1.    Half Day Colorado River Rafting Tour: $ 98.99 per adult

2.    Grand Canyon Day Tour from Phoenix: $ 145.89 per adult

3.    Helicopter and Jeep Sunset Tour: $ 232.00 per adult

4.    Grand Canyon Jeep Tour: $ 76.99 per adult

5.    Sonoran Desert Night Vision Hummer Tour: $ 125 per adult

6.    Full Day Canyoneering Tour: $ 400 per single

The most popular Tour Areas are:

1.    Grand Canyon Tours

2.    Grand Canyon West

3.    Phoenix Tours

4.    Sedona Tours

5.    Tucson Tours

6.    Colorado River Tours

7.    From Las Vegas

Carli Jones of Explore Arizona Tours said, “We are very happy with the new design. We think it will make it a lot easier for people who have never reserved a tour with our company. People can find what they are looking for with much more ease.”

Explore Arizona Tours also makes booking over the phone easy. Experienced professionals answering phone call stay up to date on all the news in Arizona and the tour business to answer all the customers’ needs.

About Explore Arizona Tours:

Explore Arizona Tours is an online booking agency for tours across Arizona. Working with dozens of tour operators, the company provided a tour catalog consisting of over 150 tours, all of which can be reserved online through a quick, secure booking system.

Contact: Tyson Bailey

Company: Explore Arizona Tours

http://www.explorearizonatours.com

Phone: 1-888-399-3531

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TripShock.com Announces 2012 Winter Travel Deals for Destin, FL

December 22, 2011 admin One comment

TripShock.com Announces 2012 Winter Travel Deals for Destin, FL











Destin Dinner Cruise

Destin, FL (PRWEB) December 21, 2011

TripShock.com would like to bring in the New Year with big savings from popular activities and restaurants in the Destin, FL area. Even though the winter months are not the most favorable times to travel to Destin, the city is still alive with several things to do and see around the holidays. TripShock.com is the hottest new travel site for finding the best deals and things to do on the Gulf Coast. Here are some great deals you can find online this month.

Save 20% OFF Dining in Destin– Save 20% on some of Destin’s top restaurants including Harbor Docks, McGuire’s Irish Pub and Osaka. Gift certificates may be purchased online via TripShock.com. There is only a limited supply available.

Up to 50% OFF Beach Portrait Sessions & Portraits– Visitors who are looking for that perfect family beach portrait are urged to book now for these great deals. Choose from four different award winning photographers in the Destin area. Book online for discounts ranging from 20%-50% normal package pricing.

Sunquest Cruises New Year’s Eve Celebration– Looking for something different to do to bring in the New Year? Check out Sunquest Cruise’s New Year’s Eve celebration. For $ 105/person, get a four course meal, champagne toast, party favors, live music and more! Book online to reserve your spot today. This cruise typically sells out early.

$ 2 OFF Destin Dolphin Tours – The weather has been great the past month here on the Gulf Coast. With average temps in the 70’s, it makes a great afternoon for cruising the harbor and bay. Save $ 2.00 per adult ticket when you book online with Tripshock!

To see more winter travel deals, visit TripShock.com for updated promotions.

About TripShock.com

TripShock! ® is the one and only online travel agency in the Northern Gulf Coast that enables travelers to book tours and activities directly. TripShock! offers trusted reviews from real travelers, photos, videos and other planning tools to help create the perfect Gulf Coast vacation. TripShock! attracts more than 500,000 visitors annually and partners with over 100 activity and lodging providers from Florida to Louisiana.

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agoda.com Partners With South African Channel Manager NightsBridge

December 18, 2011 admin One comment

agoda.com Partners With South African Channel Manager NightsBridge











agoda.com partners with NightsBridge


Singapore (PRWEB) December 14, 2011

agoda.com, a leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), today announced a new partnership with channel manager NightsBridge.

With offices in South Africa, East Africa and Namibia, NightsBridge is Africa’s leading distributor of rooms for B&Bs, guesthouses, boutique hotels and lodges. Launched in 2005, the company provides inventory management software to independent property owners, allowing them to increase their web visibility and maximize yield.

Thanks to this partnership, hoteliers using NightsBridge can easily connect to agoda.com. With local sites in 37 different languages and a customer base of more than four million people, NightsBridge hotels can enjoy exposure across a spectrum of worldwide markets. The partnership will also connect agoda.com customers to premium boutique properties in Africa, offering them great promotions, instant confirmation on bookings and agoda.com Rewards Points.

Global Director of Hotels at agoda.com Mr. Errol Cooke commented: “This partnership with NightsBridge is a great opportunity for both companies. NightsBridge properties will enjoy increased exposure via our local language sites, while agoda.com customers booking a great deal at a boutique South African property can do so easily and securely with a brand they trust.”

Theresa Emerick, Managing Director of NightsBridge, said: “We’re delighted to partner with agoda.com and look forward to the exposure to new markets for our clients. Access to Asian travelers is particularly good news for our clients all over Africa. The seamless integration between the NightsBridge system and agoda.com will make it easy for smaller hotels to connect, improving the range of products available online in African destinations.”

Note to Editors

About Agoda Company Pte Ltd:

Agoda Company Pte Ltd (agoda.com) is a leading Asia-based, online hotel reservations company, which specializes in securing the lowest discount hotel prices. Agoda.com is part of Priceline.com (Nasdaq:PCLN). Agoda.com’s network includes more than 165,000 hotels worldwide. The multinational staff of more than 800 professionals, located throughout the world, provides a first-rate reservation service that uniquely combines local knowledge and local connections to provide the best hotel deals to both business and leisure travelers.

In addition, agoda.com customers participate in the agoda.com Rewards Program, earning further discounts and free stays. Unlike programs that limit travelers to a single chain, the agoda.com Rewards Program allows customers to redeem Rewards Points at thousands of hotels around the globe, at any time. A member of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), agoda.com’s aim is to promote travel by making it more affordable and more accessible to more people.

About NightsBridge:

NightsBridge is a Cape Town based channel manager, offering a full front office system or connection to the existing client property management system. It offers clients access to a wide range of international marketing channels, as well as specializing in local connections like travel agents, hotel associations, as well as regional and local tourism organizations in several African countries.

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And the New Tourism Leader in Latin America is? Uruguay?

December 8, 2011 admin One comment

And the New Tourism Leader in Latin America is… Uruguay?











In 2009, tourism arrivals per capita equaled 61.4% of Uruguay’s population, the highest rate in Latin America.


Waterford, Ireland (Vocus) July 27, 2010

Mexico has more visitors and makes more money from tourism per year than any country in Latin America…but in the recently released Latin Tourism Index, Uruguay came out on top as Latin America’s tourism champion.

Assembled by the Latin Business Chronicle, the index assesses the total impact of tourism on 15 countries in Latin America by measuring receipts from tourism as a percent of GDP, arrivals per capita, and relative growth in those receipts and arrivals.

In 2009, tourism arrivals per capita equaled 61.4% of Uruguay’s population, the highest rate in Latin America.

“No surprise to me,” says Lee Harrison, roving Latin American editor for InternationalLiving.com and a resident of Uruguay. “Huge numbers of visitors from Argentina and Brazil vacation in Uruguay for the beaches, the low second-home prices, and the relative safety and stability of the country as a whole. And that’s not to mention the Europeans and ever-increasing numbers of North Americans who come to escape the winter. Here in Punta del Este, with a population of only 19,000, we receive over 550,000 visitors per year.”

Mexico ranked sixth on the Index, even though it is the undisputed leader in actual number of visitors and amount of receipts. The country received $ 11.3 billion in tourism receipts last year, but that accounted for only 1.3% of Mexico’s GDP.

According to Glynna Prentice, Mexico editor for InternationalLiving.com, the general size and strength of Mexico’s economy makes tourism less important in real terms than it is for smaller countries.

“Mexico is the second-largest economy in Latin America,” says Prentice. “Tourism is hugely important to the economies of particular places in Mexico. But with sectors like oil, manufacturing, and agriculture also generating huge revenues, even $ 11.3 billion from tourism amounts to a small part of the total economic pie in Mexico.”

The Dominican Republic ranked second on the Latin Tourism Index when arrivals per capita and receipts as percentage of GDP were combined. The DR has the third-highest rate of arrivals per capita and the highest rates of receipts per GDP in Latin America.

Panama, third on the Index, had Latin America’s second-highest rate of arrivals per capita in 2009 and the third-highest rate of receipts per GDP.

In growth of arrivals, Colombia took the lead in 2009, with tourism arrivals rising 10.7% to 1.4 million.

“Colombia is the Cinderella story in Latin America right now,” says Harrison. “I recently returned from several scouting trips there for International Living. The economy is thriving, the geography is some of the most beautiful in the world, and safety and stability are surprisingly good. The Colombia I saw is nothing like the image many people still have in their minds of a fiefdom of narco warlords. Colombia is shedding that old reputation and taking its place as one of the stars of Latin America.”

InternationalLiving.com has been covering Latin America for 30 years as a place for retirees and other expats to live better, healthier lives more affordably than is possible in the U.S., Canada and Europe. With editors and contributors throughout the world, International Living examines the lifestyle, culture, health care options, and economics of living abroad to help readers and subscribers get the best possible quality of life and the most value for their money.

See the full story at http://internationalliving.com/2010/07/26-uruguay-the-new-tourism-leader-in-latin-america/.

For more information:

Dan Prescher

+1 (402) 403-1941

http://www.internationalliving.com

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Edmonton Capital Region Tourism Partnership Program Up 50%

December 4, 2011 admin One comment

Edmonton Capital Region Tourism Partnership Program Up 50%












Edmonton, Alberta (Vocus) November 10, 2010

Membership in the industry partnership program for the Edmonton Capital Region Tourism Partnership has grown by more than 50 percent in the last year. Currently totalling 620, tourism partners represent the breadth and diversity of organizations that collectively serve visitors with Edmonton travel and tourism products and services, including eateries, retail, nightlife, attractions, transportation, sports/recreation, realtors, photographers and salons/spas.

Industry partnerships are part of a coordinated effort to market the Capital Region and the tourism industry to visitors and conference/event-planners. Edmonton Tourism markets and educates the industry on partnership benefits, including networking opportunities, cost-effective out-of-market exposure, and professional development.

“The tourism industry partnership network offers great value at so many levels —marketing initiatives, sales missions, familiarization trips, access to the partnership database and business mixers. Being an active Edmonton Tourism partner allows us to work more easily in promoting our company and driving new business opportunities,” says Rhoda Lemay, Director of Sales and Marketing at Fantasyland Hotel. “Edmonton Tourism has proven to be a valuable partnership to our Edmonton hotel and a membership that is at the top of our list to belong to.”

“Industry partnerships bring people and companies together, and connect them with each other and to the world,” says Ken Fiske, Vice-President of Economic and Tourism Development at Edmonton Economic Development Corporation. “It speaks to our ability, as an industry and region, to work collaboratively and collectively to promote Edmonton, Alberta and the Capital Region as a must-see destination.”

Leon Hunter, Yellowhead Brewery’s Sales Manager, says, “The Edmonton Tourism team has had a positive impact on our business. The networking and marketing opportunities are invaluable. I would encourage any service-based business to become an industry partner.”

For details on Edmonton tourism industry partnerships, visit http://www.edmonton.com/for-business/industry-partners.aspx.

Edmonton Tourism promotes Greater Edmonton as the destination of choice for tourism, conventions, major events and film production and is a division of Edmonton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC). Edmonton Tourism encourages socially and environmentally responsible tourism. For more information, visit http://www.edmonton.com Learn more about Edmonton through the stories of people who’ve experienced it at http://www.edmontonstories.ca

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SEO Partner Targets Melbourne For Geo-Specific Search Engine Optimization

November 22, 2011 admin One comment

SEO Partner Targets Melbourne For Geo-Specific Search Engine Optimization











James Schramko – SEO Expert


Sydney, Australia (PRWEB) November 18, 2011

The bustling city of Melbourne, made up of nearly 4.1 million inhabitants, also known as the cultural capital of the Australia, is the country’s fastest growing city according to experts. Statistics show that in the year leading up to June 2010, the population grew by around 79,000 or roughly 1500 per week. While the city faces infrastructural strains due to overcrowding, for business owners in the area, the population explosion means only one thing: more business. Sydney-based business genius James Schramko recently announced plans to expand his search engine optimization business to some of the world’s major cities, including Melbourne.

Schramko says “My recent visit to Google AU revealed some interesting stats. Around 50% of business owners in Australia, do not yet own a website for their business. There are immense business opportunities in cities as large as Melbourne. Since most households are now equipped with computers and high speed internet, localized search engine optimization can greatly increase online visibility. SEO Partner makes it easier for local and international customers to find you in a crowded city.”

Melbourne is home to a variety of spectacles.    It is said to be the birthplace of some of Australia’s finest cultural institutions including Australian film, Australian television, Australian impressionist art, and so on.

In 1956, the city of Melbourne hosted the first ever Olympic games held in the southern hemisphere. The metropolis also hosts some of the world’s most prestigious sporting events, including one of four Grandslam Tennis tournaments, the Australian Open, and Australia’s major Thoroughbred horse race, the Melbourne Cup.

Yearly, thousands of fans from around the world visit Melbourne to witness the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix, held at Albert Park. It is the oldest motor racing competition in Australia and the pinnacle of motor sports in the country.

Aside from the major sporting and cultural attractions around the coastal city, Melbourne is also home to Australia’s largest corporations. The highly diversified economy boasts particular strengths in manufacturing, research, education, tourism, logistics, conventions, and information technology.

(See Melbourne entry on Wikipedia for reference details)

According to a study conducted 2008-2009, 72% of households in Australia have internet access. The Yellow Pages which once was the go-to search directory to find specific service providers, has become nearly obsolete; the ever decreasing volume of its pages is proof of that.

Schramko states that brick and mortar businesses that have acquired a website to advertise on have already taken the first step in the right direction. The next step would be to optimize their websites for localized Google searches and this is where his company, SEO Partner, plays a crucial role.

“With a population of over 4 million, a high percentage of households with internet access, as well as a healthy tourism sector, Melbourne area businesses have a far better chance to be found on the internet, specifically on Google, than any other place. SEO Melbourne now serves businesses in the area, providing localized search engine optimization for page 1 Google listings.” – James Schramko

See http://www.SEOPartner.com for inquiries and further details

About SEO Partner

A division of James Schramko’s SuperFastBusiness specializing in search engine optimization. The SEO Partner team deals with James’ clients on a daily basis, providing comprehensive service packages suitable for all types of businesses of any size. Now serving major cities, worldwide.

About James Schramko

Schramko started SuperfastBusiness in 2005. James has since become one of the most sought-after Internet Marketing Coaches in the world. Author of the tremendously successful Traffic Grab as well as the FastWebFormula live event series, James provides search engine optimization services to hundreds of clients around the world.

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UK: The Game Bringing Interactive Mobile Phone Treasure Hunts to London with a Unique Free Ticket Offer

November 13, 2011 admin One comment

UK: The Game Bringing Interactive Mobile Phone Treasure Hunts to London with a Unique Free Ticket Offer











UK: The Game mobile phone treasure hunts coming to London with free ticket giveaway


London, UK (PRWEB) November 11, 2011

UK: The Game is coming to London and launching its first two unique treasure hunt locations with a free ticket offer to the first 200 customers who sign up for the hunts. Free tickets can be acquired for a limited time by visiting UK: The Game is coming to London and launching its first two unique treasure hunt locations with a free ticket offer to the first 200 customers who sign up for the hunts. Free tickets can be acquired for a limited time by visiting http://www.ukthegame.com/. Free tickets will be good for use within one month of the official launch of UK: The Game.

“The Game” has already proved to be a huge hit in 13 US cities, and now UK: The Game will enable people in the UK to enjoy this unique mobile phone guided treasure hunt, initially in Covent Garden and the City of London.

UK: The Game combines the fun of a treasure hunt with the sights, history and insider knowledge of a top-notch tour to create a uniquely entertaining, interactive experience. UK: The Game uses mobile phone technology to immerse players in enjoyable and informative self-guided, interactive treasure hunts.

UK: The Game is easy to play and works by text message, so customers can play using virtually any UK mobile phone. Players are guided with text messages that include riddles, puzzles, photo opportunities and trivia questions as they visit the points of interest along the route. Each response earns the city explorer points, making it possible to compete between groups of friends, family members, or pre-assigned teams. And since UK: The Game is a completely self-guided experience, players can start whenever they want and set their own pace as they go. Each Treasure Hunt takes about two to three hours to complete.

UK: The Game offers meticulously researched treasure hunts designed to delight Londoners and tourists alike with intriguing facts and amusing activities. For locals looking for something different to do, it makes a great date, family outing, or just a day out on the town with friends.

UK: The Game hunts cover the major sights and attractions, but also include interesting “insider” and off-the-beaten-path gems throughout the area.

UK: The Game leads the way with the first two of many treasure hunts:


    The Covent Garden treasure hunt takes players on a fun and fascinating journey through the heart of London’s most vibrant district. Players will receive challenges, solve puzzles and have a great time among London’s best shopping, historic theatres, wild street performers, restaurants and pubs. Highlights include Covent Garden Piazza, London’s oldest restaurant, The Palace Theatre, The Royal Opera House, the Lamb & Flag Pub, Savoy Hotel as well as insights into some of Covent Garden’s most interesting historical personalities.

    The City of London hunt treats you to a trip through a district brimming with a mix of historical sites and modern panache. With its roots in Roman times, the City is the birth place of London. Today, it’s London’s financial hub and is the place where past meets present with interesting features and facts around every corner! Take in the sounds and sights of this fascinating area with our City of London hunt. Highlights include the Great Fire of London, the Bank of England, The Royal Exchange, London’s first Coffee House and much more.
Additional districts and cities are coming soon including Westminster, Oxford, Windsor and Edinburgh. More hunts will follow as UK: The Game spreads its treasure hunts across the UK.

UK: The Game is being offered at a special introductory price of £10 per ticket. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.ukthegame.com after the official launch date.

For updates, follow us on twitter @UK_TheGame

What they’re are saying about “The Game”

“The most original fun I’ve ever had as a tourist” – Customer Review

“If you like “The Amazing Race” you’ll love this!!!” – Customer Review

“Best Part of Our Trip – So fun, funny, and easy” – Customer Review

“This will take you places you didn’t know existed,” – Customer Review

“Really fabulous way to entertain teens and their parents!” – Customer Review

About Wildgoose

Since 2003, Wildgoose has been an innovator of unique and memorable treasure hunts. Today, we’re market leaders with our unique brand of GPS technology and self-run treasure hunts using automated text messages. In 2011, Wildgoose completely re-invented the wheel with its new GPS Challenge. Forget paper and pencil…the GPS Challenge uses tablet PC’s, GPS technology for location based clues, live results through our scoreboard feature, instant feedback and penalty points. The response has been outstanding and we have now run GPS Challenge events in city centres and hotel grounds throughout the UK, Europe and across the world. With new features being launched all the time, the GPS Challenge is proving to be the future for interactive city centre and hotel based activities – ideal for team building and break out conference sessions. One thing is for sure – we’ll continue to push the boundaries, innovate and develop exciting new treasure hunts. http://www.huntthegoose.co.uk

About Stray Boots

Called a “Game Changer” by Fastcompany.com, Stray Boots was created to deliver the cure for the common tour. Stray Boots’ interactive, mobile phone-based treasure hunt walking tours challenge users as they see the city, learn interesting facts and have some fun along the way. Tourists and locals are giving Stray Boot’s hunts rave reviews in Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Nashville, New York, Philadelphia, Portland (Oregon), New Orleans, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, DC. Many more cities are coming soon. Stray Boots is the proud recipient of a TripAdvisor™ Certificate of Excellence. Stray Boots also offers private hunts for corporate team-building and special events like birthday and bachelorette parties. For more information, visit http://www.strayboots.com.

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From the Beginning of 2011, ChinaTours.com Provides Visitors a Deep Natural Experience in 15-Day China Tour

November 4, 2011 admin One comment

From the Beginning of 2011, ChinaTours.com Provides Visitors a Deep Natural Experience in 15-Day China Tour











(PRWEB) March 18, 2011

In 2011, ChinaTours.com provides visitors a deep natural experience in 15-day tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Huangshan, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Town. People could get discount up to $ 100 per couple (or 2 persons) once full payment paid certain time frame before their tour starting dates. This is a limited time offer.

This 15-day tour at ChinaTours.com could vividly demonstrate the beauty of China, through the happy and interesting trip at Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Huangshan, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Town.

The itinerary is launched in the theme of providing a collection of China’s picturesque attractions in these representative cities. It includes not only the most visited cities Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, but also Huangshan, Hangzhou, Suzhou, and Zhouzhuang Water Town as well which are all famous for their splendid natural attractions.

The highlights in this China Tour:

Beijing tours: Mutianyu Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven

Xian tours: the world-famous Terra-Cotta Army, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the well-preserved City Wall

Shanghai tours: Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road and the Bund

Huangshan tours: the wonderful sunrise on the Huangshan Mountain (also Yellow Mountain)

Hangzhou tours: the breathtaking West Lake

Suzhou tours: the noted Tiger Hill, No. 1 Silk Factory, the classic Humble Administrator’s Garden and the Garden of the Master of the Nets

Zhouzhuang Water Town tours: the antique Zhang House, Shen House and Twin Bridge

With daily departure, the tour code of this 15-day luxury group tour is CT-07L priced from $ 1980. Besides this booking service, Chinatours.com also provides other packages for 2011 China tours. More information could be found at China tour packages.

People could get discount according to the following standard:

One-time full payment paid 90 days before the tour commences will get $ 100 per couple (2 persons) amount off.

One-time full payment paid 60 days before the tour commences will get $ 80 per couple (2 persons) amount off.

One-time full payment paid 45 days before the tour commences will get $ 50 per couple (2 persons) amount off.

About ChinaTours.com

ChinaTours.com is a website of Xian ANZ International Travel Service Co., Ltd. It cooperates to provide a full spectrum of tour packages in China, including competitively priced group tours and fully customized private tours. ChinaTours.com aims at offering an especially memorable China tour to every one who travels with it, and tries every attempt to guarantee the comfort, convenience and safety of clients. In addition, visitors also could get travel information and service at its sister website: ChinaTourOnline.com.

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North Star Destination Strategies’ CEO to Speak at the 2011 Mississippi Governor?s Conference on Tourism

October 12, 2011 admin One comment

North Star Destination Strategies’ CEO to Speak at the 2011 Mississippi Governor’s Conference on Tourism










Nashville, TN (PRWEB) September 23, 2011

Don McEachern, North Star Destination Strategies’ CEO, will speak at the upcoming 2011 Mississippi Governor’s Conference on Tourism on the topic of Destination Branding. The Governor’s Conference will be held at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi, September 25 – 27. The session Integrated Brand Communications: Shifting Gears from Impression to Expression Marketing is September 26 at 3:00 pm with a repeat session September 27 at 9:00 am.

North Star Destination Strategies is an industry leader in the field of tourism research and destination branding. The destination marketing specialists have worked with over 130 communities across the United States including The State of Mississippi, Lansing, Michigan and Golden Isles, Georgia.

North Star Destination Strategies partnered with the Mississippi Development Authority in 2009 to develop its new tourism brand. In addition, North Star’s tourism research department worked with the MDA to monitor ongoing perceptions around the Deepwater Horizon Gulf Oil Spill. “We are excited to share the findings of both the destination brand and visitor perception studies at the upcoming Governor’s conference.” Don McEachern, CEO, North Star Destination Strategies. In addition to these findings Don’s session will explore how the rapid evolution of social media has influenced how marketers control their brands.

The Governor’s Conference on Tourism is managed by the Mississippi Tourism Association. For more than 20 years Mississippi Tourism Association has represented Mississippi’s tourism industry. A Board of Directors, representing all parts of the State and all segments within the hospitality industry, guides the 444-member organization. Over the past few years, MTA has strengthened both its membership base and program offerings. The Association is now known statewide as a true “voice” for the industry and works extremely hard during each legislative session to make sure the hospitality business receives proper attention on all legislative matters.

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