Residence Inn Montreal Downtown hotel applauded for consistency in customer service, cleanliness and friendlinessMontreal, Quebec, Canada (PRWEB) June 26, 2012 “This hotel was simply perfect.” --- “This will be where I stay in the future.”Guests of the Residence Inn Montreal Downtown Hotel have spoken, and the world’s largest travel site has listened. The Montreal, Canada hotel has just been ...
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NEWTON, Mass., June 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, today announced the winners of its 2012 Travelers' Choice Restaurants awards. The inaugural awards recognize favorite dining establishments in popular cities worldwide, based on millions of valuable traveler reviews and opinions on TripAdvisor.
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In total, 576 restaurants around the world were honored, including travelers' overall favorites, plus travelers' favorites in the U.S., Europe and popular travel destinations. Restaurants that offer dinner and table service were eligible for the awards.
"We're thrilled to highlight some of the TripAdvisor community's most beloved eateries to help travelers plan their next trip or night out," said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. "We found that travelers' favorite restaurants range from well-known, casual chains to upscale fine dining options the common thread for these award-winners being a consistently remarkable dining experience with outstanding service and quality."
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire -06/25/12)- In the true spirit of hospitality, The Hotel Council of San Francisco is partnering with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) to raise funds for vital research and support. One of the most exciting Million Dollar Mission campaign initiatives is an unparalleled online auction featuring the city's most acclaimed hotels, restaurants and attractions.
The online auction (which may be found at http://www.biddingforgood.com/milliondollarmission) features not only an unsurpassed collection of one-of-a-kind packages from America's favorite city, but unique travel packages from across the globe. Among the nearly 100 experiential travel packages, which will be open to bidding beginning on June 25, 2012, there is a two night stay in a Suite at the prominent St. Regis San Francisco Hotel with signature St. Regis Butler service, daily breakfast, Chef's Tasting Menu with wine pairings at Michelin Star rated Ame Restaurant and two in-house spa treatments. And for those dreaming of an Irish holiday -- enjoy a weekend stay at the luxurious and historic Westin Dublin in Ireland, which includes breakfast and dinner for two, tickets to The Abbey Theatre and admission to The Guinness Storehouse. The online auction can be found at: http://www.biddingforgood.com/milliondollarmission.
New and exciting travel opportunities will be added to the auction site throughout the month-long auction. Proceeds generated from the online auction, which will be housed on the BiddingForGood.com site, will benefit the Greater San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
This city-wide crusade, which officially launches July 1, 2012, will bring together thousands of San Francisco hoteliers in a "Million Dollar Mission." The Million Dollar Mission campaign, poised to become one of the city's most impressive single-industry supported fund-raising initiatives, will help provide financial, educational and social services for individuals and their families affected by blood cancer.
Additional information on the campaign may be found online at: http://www.lls.org/Mission2012. Campaign supporters may donate online at: http://www.donateSFMission.org. Please also see the Million Dollar Mission campaign video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ya9gXQnuXPA
The Hotel Council of San Francisco was established in 1987 as a non-profit organization to represent all segments of the lodging industry. Our city is home to a booming tourism sector, of which the hospitality industry is a proud and vital part. We are the voice of San Francisco's hotels. The membership roster includes San Francisco's leading hotels of all sizes, in addition to more than 40 Allied Members, who are the major suppliers to these properties. Find out more on our website, http://www.hotelcouncilsf.org or by calling (415) 391-5197.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services. Founded in 1949 and headquartered in White Plains, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit http://www.lls.org or contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. http://www.lls.org
BiddingForGood is a charitable e-commerce company that connects fundraisers, cause-conscious shoppers, and socially responsible businesses. Founded in 2003, BiddingForGood provides a unique online auction platform, where nonprofits and schools, consumers and businesses converge to create dynamic and exciting fundraising events and ultimately, to raise more money for the causes we care so much about. http://www.BiddingForGood.com
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PENSACOLA, Fla., June 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Travel Curious Often has spent one full year exploring destinations around the globe. Readers saw iconic landmarks, spectacular scenery and even a few celebrities along the way! Stops included: Poland, New Orleans, Bangkok, New York, Peru, Kaua'i, Hong Kong, Paris, Rio de Janeiro and Ireland -- in fact the Irish Government Tourist Board recently named TCO one of the best travel magazines.
The TCO fan-base has increased the past year as well, because of features like Food Quest. As the name suggests, Food Quest consists primarily of restaurant critiques. But also on the menu were recipes from food bloggers and interviews with celebrity chefs -- like John Besh, Top Chef contender Marisa Churchill, and Canadian TV stars Chefs Run Wild.
Another popular segment Curious & Thirsty has taken readers on excursions to coffee plantations in Kaua'i, vodka distilleries in Poland, and wineries throughout Napa and Sonoma, with a tour of the legendary Far Niente for a chat with proprietress Beth Nickel.
Publisher Marla Norman-Freytag continues to scout out unique properties to present in Hotel Finds. Past reviews included Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel at Machu Picchu and the historic Gramercy Park Hotel in New York City -- with a lively report about stars who book into the property: Lady Gaga, Daniel Craig, Rihanna and Eva Longoria. The tallest hotel in the world, The Ritz Carlton Hong Kong, has also been featured along with a 200-acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country where guests can mingle with herds of wild Axis Deer and Elk. Lots of variety in just one year.
Each issue of Travel Curious Often provides videos, maps, links to hotels, restaurants, and bars -- all the usual gadgets to help readers stay on the right path. But the Pronunciation tab continues to fascinate readers above all. Recordings by native speakers -- of French, German, Spanish, Thai, Polish, Chinese and Hawaiian -- reciting the names of local places helps travelers to acclimate anywhere.
Finally the newly added TCO Store is a destination in and of itself, with great travel gear, cute road-worthy clothing for men & women, and souvenirs from all the places featured in Travel Curious Often. The TCO Store is truly one-stop shopping for busy globetrotters.
Travel Curious Often covered plenty of ground its first year. But the TCO staff is confident that this is just the beginning of a very long adventure. Hop onboard!
Contact Marla Norman-Freytag, publisher, for additional information or permission to reprint TRAVEL CURIOUS OFTEN articles and photos: marlanorman@travelcuriousoften.com or 786-200-6241
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HipGeo and Rough Guides are proud to announce the Rough Guide Trip Lens app for iPad and iPhone is now available and free to download from the App Store. Now, for the first time, users can transform a collection of individual iPhone photos and text into a creative narrative of travel adventures under the respected Rough Guide brand.
Rough Guide Trip Lens presents the newest way to document and share travel adventures. The jointly developed Rough Guide Trip Lens app uses unique location-based technology to pinpoint the users location, helping travellers connect with family and friends back home and record their journey as it happens; transforming photos and text into a creative narrative of their travel adventures.
Travellers can post photos and text from anywhere in the world, and watch their travels unfold on a map at each destination, creating a continuous and cohesive story of their journey. Locations and photos can also be shared instantly in the app via Facebook and Twitter, and link to a website that compiles all the photos from the journey into a personalized blog for friends and family to see.
Travellers can find inspiration from the adventures of other users, instantly becoming part of a community of other travellers who are sharing their experiences, and, if no WiFi is available, all posts are saved and automatically uploaded once connected.
Rich Rygg, co-founder of HipGeo said: Combining the travel know-how of Rough Guides with a custom version of our app means that whether people are memorializing adventures locally or from far away, theyre telling continuous and cohesive stories about their adventures in a way never before possible. Everyone wants to capture and share memories about the coolest places on the planet and this is the ultimate way to share those journeys virtually.
Peter Buckley, Digital Publisher for Rough Guides said: We know that travellers want to capture and share their experiences in the easiest way possible while theyre on the go. This is therefore the ultimate travellers app, allowing them to do that whilst instantly connecting them to a community of like-minded travellers who are also seeking exciting adventures.
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Rough Guides is a leading travel content provider with more than 700 travel guides, gift-books, reference titles, maps, phrasebooks, bespoke custom publishing guides and digital products, including eBooks and mobile applications. Start your journey at http://www.roughguides.com and whatever you do, Make The Most Of Your Time On Earth
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Honored as a Highly Rated Sightseeing and Photography Tour Company as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel SiteSeattle, Washington (PRWEB) June 25, 2012 Shutter Tours, a sightseeing and photography tour company, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments ...
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23-06-2012 11:12 16 Ways To Get Paid To Travel - Business Insider by Gus Lubin - More by Gus Lubin May 10, 2011 -- Go Inside The World's First Lab That Turns DNA Into Custom Art ... The raw amateur looking to get paid to travel may consider writing reviews ... Get Paid to See the World: 12 of the Best Jobs that Combine Work ... › Articles Jun 8, 2011 -- Some people simply don't want to quit their jobs to travel. It's quite risky, and if you aren't in the position to do so but still want to travel, then ... 5 Steps to World Travel and Getting Paid to Do What You Love ... Nov 10, 2010 -- (Warning: there are no pretty pictures in this post. You've been getting distracted too easily recently and this is important) ... How to Travel the World and Get Paid | › Vacations & Travel Planning Who wouldn't love to travel the world and get paid in the process? That seems to be a dream of many people. They love traveling, but they just can't afford to ... How can I get paid to travel the world? - Yahoo! Answers › ... › Travel › Travel (General) › Other - Destinations 11 answers - Aug 28, 2006 Top answer: If you're qualified, you could apply to be a US State Department foreign service diplomatic courier. For eligibility, salary range and additional ... Get paid to travel the world ...
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23-06-2012 13:11 - Round the World Travel Video Adventure are heading to China, so no videos for a while Mashup of the feature film, Network (1976) featuring Peter Finch and the song, Cloud Progression by Re-Drum from their It's better to Burn Out Than To Fade Away AROUND THE WORLD TRAVEL VIDEO ADVENTURE website: Facebook: twitter: google+:
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24-06-2012 03:38 - Round the World Travel Video Adventure I reacquainted myself with the fantastic 1976 Film 'Network' recently, and when I heard this iconic speech again, it hit me how, even though it is 36 years old, it is still relevant today! A Mashup of the feature film, Network (1976) featuring Peter Finch and the song, Subaquatic Utopia by Re-Drum from their It's better to Burn Out Than To Fade Away. Peter Finch playing newsman, Howard Beale performing the iconic "I'm as mad as hell and I'm not going to take it anymore!" speech. The last three images are related to issues of the current media; pedlars of lies, propaganda that bastardises certain words - 'hope' and truth speakers who become enemies of the State. AROUND THE WORLD TRAVEL VIDEO ADVENTURE website: Facebook: twitter: google+:
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Tip of the Week Summer is often associated with learning loss, and parents also express difficulty finding productive activities for their children to do during the summer months. So rather than allow this break from learning, turn this time into a learning opportunity to broaden your child's global mindset. Utilize summer to immerse kids in cultural, educational activities at home without the pressure of grades or busy after school activities. "Exposing kids to different regions, traditions and wildlife around the world is so important because children hold the future of our planet in their hands," says Mireya Mayor, a mother of four and an explorer and wildlife correspondent for National Geographic. "As a mom, I want to encourage children to respect different cultures, love the planet and protect its wonderful attributes so it can be enjoyed for many generations to come, and the only way to love something is to know it." Making learning fun and exciting is the best way to inspire kids and teach them to appreciate all the world has to offer, recommends Mayor. She has several easy tips for parents to "travel the world" from home with their families: Incorporate travel into playtime: Travel-themed toys and games are a great way to pique kids' interests in different regions around the world. One example is the Barbie Collector Dolls of the World collection. With dolls from Ireland, China, Argentina, Australia, India, Mexico, Chile and Holland, and correlating activities available at Barbie.com/dolls-of-the-world, girls can be easily transported to almost every part of the world. While girls are having fun and enjoying playtime, they are also learning about each distinct destination. Host a monthly family "international dinner" night: Serve traditional dishes from other countries one night a month, selecting a new country each time. Have each member of the family read a note card to share a "fun fact" about the region and translate a word from the local language. Tell stories: In Mayor's book "Pink Boots and a Machete," she shares stories of her adventures, scientific discovery and world travel. By sharing photos and mementos of their own personal travel stories, parents can expose their children to the idea of new places and spur an interest in experiencing all the world has to offer. Map it out: Mayor suggests displaying a wall map or globe in the main living area of the home so that kids are continually exposed to world geography and that travel is a continued topic of conversation. Parents can mark places the family has visited, as well as places they want to visit. This will help kids understand that there are never-ending opportunities to learn and explore new places. Summer is the perfect time to inspire your child and expose them to the world beyond their backyard. Just by having fun "traveling" with your family, you will not only be combating detrimental learning loss but also creating long-lasting memories. Applying Mireya Mayor's easy at-home tips can give your child knowledge of the world they will have for life.
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23-06-2012 07:32 - Round the World Travel Video Adventure I visit with Geusam Ginseng Market with Dr. Kwang - Tae Choi, former president of the Korean Society of Ginseng. Geusam is the main region of South Korea where Ginseng is grown. Dr Choi talks about some of the proven health benefits of Ginseng. Some of the benefits of Ginseng include anti - fatigue, antioxidant, improves immune system, improves memory, helps with blood circulation, rids the body of heavy metals, helps reduce the effects of radiation, helps normalise cancer cells, improves sperm count and regulates hormones. Dr Choi discusses the different types of Ginseng available, including Korean Ginseng and American Ginseng and why Korean Ginseng and the Korean peninsula produce the most medicinal Ginseng. Korean Ginseng can grow to six years of age whereas American Ginseng is harvested at four years of age. A big thank you to Shi Keum and Kwang-Tae Choi for helping me in putting together this story about Ginseng. AROUND THE WORLD TRAVEL VIDEO ADVENTURE website: Facebook: twitter: google+:
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How to travel the world for free. I did it, and you can do it, too! says the title of Michael Wigge’s book. But you’d have to be willing to beg, steal and borrow, sneak past ticket . . .
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Travel photographer Valerie Martin has a new sailing tour to Turkey. Picture: Supplied Source: National Features
Anantara Bali Uluwatu Beach and Resort in Indonesia. Picture: Supplied Source: National Features
A LOOK at what's coming up in the world of travel including a travel photography trip to Turkey, a new Bali resort and the Taste of Margaret River event with top chefs.
1 Resort to a clifftop for fine Bali sunsets
ANANTARA is opening a new resort at Uluwatu in Bali next month.
Perched high on a limestone cliff on the Indonesian island's southwestern tip, each of the 77 suites will have unobstructed views of the ocean and the famous Balinese sunset.
The hotel group also recently opened its first city hotel in Abu Dhabi, Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa.
The new property is part of an integrated hotel, marina, retail and residential destination, with 222 guest rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars and a rooftop lounge.
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21-06-2012 20:45 - Round the World Travel Video Adventure Giving the Bird to improper chopstick use! Our delightful and delectable Seoul host Minji, teaches us how to use chopsticks. She believes the middle finger is the key to correct chopstick control. Willing and eager student Mark tests out Minji's methods with some interesting results. AROUND THE WORLD TRAVEL VIDEO ADVENTURE web: fb: twt: g+:
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The world's largest travel website has created a Facebook app that provides restaurant recommendations written and rated by locals and friends.
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GDANSK, POLAND Gdansk offers a chance for visitors to take in scenes of sea, ships and spires set in a magnificently reconstructed Old Town while contemplating the ups and downs of European history, including the famous shipyard strike led by Lech Walesa.
The city, already one of Polands key tourist attractions, is seeing an influx of some 300,000 soccer fans and tourists this month as it hosts several games during the European football championship. The major sporting event is taking place in eight cities across Poland and Ukraine.
Here are five things that visitors to Gdansk can do for free:
Main town: The colorful facades of stately merchant homes dating back centuries attest to the prosperity of the Renaissance era, when Gdansk was a major European hub for trade. A 17th century fountain depicting Neptune, the god of the sea, sits in the heart of the main square, Dlugi Targ (Long Market), and has become a city symbol. The historic centre is not large but contains many architectural gems meticulously reconstructed after the devastation of World War II.
Westerplatte: World War II began in Gdansk, and today many visitors flock to the peninsula of Westerplatte, where the Germans opened fired on a Polish garrison on Sept. 1, 1939, some of the opening shots of the conflict. A monument honours the Poles who fought for seven days against the German artillery attack.
Walesas Shipyard: Decades after the war, Gdansk again became a focal point of European history when Lech Walesa led a workers strike at the shipyard in Gdansk. The freedom movement he founded, Solidarity, went on to play a key role in toppling communism across the East Bloc. Outside the shipyard is a soaring monument of three crosses in steel that honours workers killed in an earlier workers revolt in 1970. Inside a museum depicts the rise of Solidarity and the hardship of life under communism but there is an entry fee, about $2.
Mariacka Street: This small street in the Old Town is lined with shop after shop selling amber jewelry and decorative items. Some of the buildings are decorated with stone gargoyles, adding to the lanes romantic and mysterious atmosphere. Shoppers can also browse stores selling silver, antiques and art on this and neighbouring streets.
Motlawa Waterfront: The marina of the Motlawa River is a great place for a stroll. Ships dock in the water, with bustling cafes and shops with more amber and trinkets creating a lively atmosphere in the shadow of more historic structures. One of them is a 15th century harbour crane, a massive brick structure with huge ropes and gears.
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