15-04-2012 15:04 Inspired by "Where the Hell is Matt," I decided to self-fund a 120000+ mile, 16-country, 18-month adventure around the world. You can read the whole story here: Here's how I paid for most of my flights: Here's how I completed the James Bond portion of my adventure:
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22-04-2012 18:47 In this, the 400th public video on the Jon's World channel (and 1267th upload, overall), Jon shares a conversation with his audience, thanking them for the great life YouTube has afforded him, and apologizing for sometimes acting like a dick in the comments 😉 Here's to another 1267! ~~ Jon's World ~~ Jonathan Paula's secondary YouTube channel: A place for unscripted rants, occasional tech reviews, travel vlogs, and video game commentaries! New videos several times a week. Born in February 1986, Jonathan Paula is aprofessional YouTuber and creator of the hit web series, "Is It A Good Idea To Microwave This?". In April 2006 he founded Jogwheel Productions, a new media production company that specializes in web video. Jon graduated from Emerson College in 2008 with a degree in Television Production / Radio Broadcasting. He currently lives in Rockingham, NH with his wife Rebecca. ~~ Links ~~ Facebook ----------- Twitter ---------------- The World ---------- Adventure Vlog --- Game Time -------- Main Channel ----- My Best Movies -- FAQ Video --------- T-Shirts -------------- ~~ Technical ~~ Created by ------ Jonathan Paula Camera ---------- Panasonic HMC-150 Microphone ----- Sennheiser ME 66 Software --------- Adobe Premiere Pro CS5 Computer ------- • Jogwheel Productions © 2012 • ~
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24-04-2012 16:34 Pick up an additional lot of cars to abuse in Forza Motorsport 4 with the new May Top Gear pack. LIKE US @ / FOLLOW US @ ABOUT THIS GAME ************************ Forza Motorsport 4 which will launch for Xbox 360 with Kinect support on October 11 (North America) and October 14th 2011 (Europe). In the game you can create a Car Club and build the ultimate dream team of drivers, tuners and painters from the Forza community. With the all-new Rivals Mode, you can play against your friends whether they are online or not by challenging them for bragging rights and rewards in a variety of different game types. The all new World Tour Mode boasts new tracks, unending choice and hundreds of hours of gameplay as you travel the globe with your favorite car. Forza Motorsport 4 ************************ GENRE: Racing RELEASE DATE(S): + US: October 11, 2011 + EU: October 14, 2011 + DLC: May 1, 2012 PLATFORM: Xbox 360 w/ Kinect Support EXCLUSIVELY ON: Xbox 360 w/ Kinect Support WEBSITE: AVAILABLE @ AMAZON: PUBLISHER: Microsoft DEVELOPER: Turn 10 Studios ESRB: RP for Rating Pending LIKE US on FACEBOOK: FOLLOW US on TWITTER: --- TAGS: forza "forza 4" "forza motorsport 4" "forza 4 gameplay" "forza 4 trailer" "forza 4 dlc" "forza 4 dlc may" DLC "TopGear Car Pack" fm4 kinect de deutsch xbox "Xbox 360" game trailer spiel 2012 xboxviewtv "endangered species" gaming "video games" hd official gameplay video "jeremy ...
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Malaria No More is a committed partner in the global effort to end malaria deaths in Africa, and Inspiratos new Inspired Giving platform leverages exceptional travel experiences to support some of the worlds most innovative charitable organizations. The two have joined together in a new partnership that helps Malaria No More develop a significant source of year-round revenue for its work supporting the unprecedented global effort to end malaria. Malaria is an infectious blood disease transmitted by mosquitoes that killed 655,000 people in 2010, according to the World Health Organizations most recent World Malaria Report. World Malaria Day is April 25.
Inspiratos new online Inspired Giving platform (www.inspiredgiving.com) was designed to help charitable organizations like Malaria No More raise funds in a new way. Donors who contribute $2,000 to Malaria No More through the Inspired Giving website gain select access to Inspiratos club-managed portfolio of vacation residences with previously members-only discounts and unparalleled personal vacation services in locations ranging from California and Colorado to Mexico and Hawaii.
The Inspired Giving donation model benefits Malaria No More in a number of ways:
Malaria No More will offer multiple opportunities throughout the year for supporters to donate to its cause through Inspiratos Inspired Giving, including at high-profile fundraising events in key markets such as New York, Chicago, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.
Funds raised will be applied toward Malaria No Mores malaria control interventions and health communication campaigns. For example, in Africa, its NightWatch campaign airs nightly public service announcements via radio in malaria-endemic communities across Africa at nine oclock p.m., when the malarial mosquito comes out to bite, reminding households to sleep under their mosquito nets. Since its founding in 2006 by media executive Peter Chernin and finance pioneer Ray Chambers, now the United Nations Special Envoy for Malaria, the organization has distributed nearly three million mosquito nets. In the U.S., innovative awareness efforts such as Comedy Fights Malaria boost education about the malaria epidemic in Africa and have proven effective in inspiring Americans to take action and make a difference.
Ending malaria through prevention and treatment is an achievable cause, and its unacceptable that so many children die from something as silly as a mosquito bite, let alone a disease we know how to cure, said Richard Thayer, events and special project manager for Malaria No More. Weve seen extraordinary, tangible progress as the world has come together to end malaria in Africa and people have learned to think about and respond to malaria in a new way. But there is still so much more work to be done.
The World Health Organization this year reported that malaria deaths have been reduced by more than 25 percent globally since 2000, and by 33 percent in Africa, where nearly 90 percent of deaths occur. In the U.S., more than 50 percent of Americans now recognize malaria as a major global challenge compared to 28 percent in 2006.
For Malaria No Mores donors, the donation and vacation booking experience is simple: the donor is given access to Inspiratos Inspired Giving exclusive web portal, http://www.inspiredgiving.com; selects Malaria No More as the charitable organization of choice; and makes a tax-deductible donation of $2,000. That donor is then able to book a vacation to a luxury Inspirato destination and enjoy all that Inspirato members enjoy, including: personalized service from an Inspirato vacation advisor, exclusive discounts up to 50 percent off market prices, an on-site destination concierge, and luxurious accommodations ranging from intimate, couples-only, one-bedroom retreats to large, well-appointed homes in excess of 3,000 square feet.
Donors get access to Inspiratos incredible vacations on breathtaking properties in stunning locations around the globe. And they do this with the satisfaction of knowing they are benefitting a cause near to their hearts at the same time, said Jackie Benton, executive director of Inspiratos Inspired Giving. We are excited to provide Malaria No More with this unique fundraising platform and to offer donors the rare opportunity to experience club-style luxury travel in some of the worlds most desirable vacation destinations.
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All the travel e-books and mobile app guides in the world put together are still less handy than a sturdy little guidebook you can hold in your hand.
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For the fourth consecutive year Coco Reef, Tobago is the recipient of the World Travel Award for the Caribbeans Leading Hotel. The Awards, described by the Wall Street Journal as the Oscars of the global Travel and Tourism Industry, revealed who are the best of the best in the world during a glittering event staged in Montego Bay Jamaica. Celebrity entrepreneur Graham Cooke, president and founder of the World Travel Awards commented: The past year has brought significant challenges to the travel industry. They include increased tax on long haul travel, a major economic turndown and a significant reduction in tourism spending, all of which have impacted travel and tourism worldwide. Todays winners have not only been recognised as the best in their region, but they have proved themselves to be the best in the world and the number one choice of travel professionals and consumers alike. He added: They have remained focused on their long term objectives and continue to deliver above and beyond the call of duty, setting an example that is inspirational to all involved in the global travel and tourism industry.
After receiving the award, owner of Coco Reef Resorts Ltd, Bermudian hotelier John Jefferis, said: I am extremely proud to have received this award again, on behalf of Coco Reef, Tobago. It is a testimony to our outstanding director and general manager, Eric Feniet and his team of dedicated professionals who never forget that providing exemplary service to all of our customers is what sets our resort apart from others. Jefferis added: Although I have considerable funds invested in Coco Reef, Tobago, including a recently completed $9 million dollar upgrade of the property with a fabulous new beach restaurant, our guests continues to tell us that their most memorable experience is our friendly, courteous and professional staff. In these times of boring multi-national chains, I am immensely proud that the managers and staff at Coco Reef, Tobago have again been recognised as being exceptional. Jefferis developed the resort more than 12 years ago. Facilities include the exquisite $2,000 a night Sunset Villa with its marble bathrooms and 24 karat gold fittings, which has been frequented by numerous celebrities. The property has 140 rooms, villas and suites and is situated on its own private beach, in 10 acres of beautifully manicured tropical gardens.
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Tourism is a "force for good in the world that is respected and welcomed by all", according to David Scowsill, President & CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) at the close of the Global Summit in Tokyo.
In his closing speech to the assembled 1,200 delegates at the Global Summit, David said: "We are responsible for 255 million jobs, 6 trillion dollars, which is 9% global GDP - this makes us bigger than automotive, bigger than mining and bigger than manufacturing. For every one dollar spent in Travel & Tourism, we generate 3 dollars to the economy.
"As an industry, we will continue to drive the sustainability agenda forward. The leaders of WTTC are finding that the balance between people, planet and making profits is not only achievable, but essential for consumers and to every employee of their organisations. I believe that together we can become a Force for Good that is respected and welcomed by all - wherever our journey takes us.
"I believe we have started to show the kind of leadership that is befitting of an industry that can generate growth, jobs, prosperity and sustainability at both global and regional level, like no other industry on this planet can."
The Global Summit finished with an extravaganza of music and dancing to celebrate the handover to Abu Dhabi which will host the 13th WTTC Global Summit, 8-10 April 2013; and a personal message for delegates to attend the WTTC Americas Summit in Riviera May 16-18 May 2012.
The World Travel & Tourism Council is the global authority on the economic and social contribution of Travel & Tourism. It promotes sustainable growth for the industry, working with governments and international institutions to create jobs, to drive exports and to generate prosperity. In 2011 Travel & Tourism accounted for 255 million jobs globally. At US$6.3 trillion (9.1% of GDP) the sector is a key driver for investment and economic growth. For more than 20 years, the World Travel & Tourism Council has been the voice of this industry globally. Members are the Chairs, Presidents and Chief Executives of the world's leading, private sector Travel & Tourism businesses. These Members bring specialist knowledge to guide government policy and decision-making, raising awareness of the importance of the industry as an economic generator of prosperity.
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LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire -04/24/12)- The travel experts at VEGAS.com, the world's number one city travel website with the top Las Vegas Hotels and Las Vegas Shows, have outlined some of this week's exclusive and limited-time only travel deals.
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About VEGAS.comVEGAS.com is the largest city destination travel website in the world with extensive, constantly updated information and a full range of travel products including Las Vegas hotels, Las Vegas Air & Hotel Packages, Las Vegas shows, tours and golf. A state-of-the-art contact center provides customer support, expert information and sales 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year to complement the information on http://www.VEGAS.com. VEGAS.com, through its Casino Travel & Tours unit, operates retail and concierge desks at more than 50 locations including the Palms, Paris, Harrah's, Bally's, Excalibur, New York-New York, Luxor and more. The company also offers a variety of excursions including city tours, the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon. VEGAS.com is a member of the Greenspun Family of Companies, privately owned and operating in Southern Nevada for more than 60 years.
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MINNEAPOLIS, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- ResortsandLodges.com, a world leading Resort and Lodge destination travel website, is releasing Q1 traffic stats for domestic US travel searches across their site.
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As consumer confidence returns, ResortsandLodges.com has seen explosive growth in travel queries and overall search traffic in the first quarter of 2012. A more than 60% spike in overall site usage is a strong positive sign that the travel economy is regaining its footing.
"We're very happy to see travel searches and overall traffic up across the board. With more than 50 Million visits since 2003, it's not often you see as sharp an increase in traffic as we've seen in the first quarter of 2012. This is a great sign for domestic travel and especially for the thousands of Resort and Hotel properties that rely on ResortsandLodges.com to drive transient and group customers to their properties both in peak and not peak travel times, said Ryan Bailey, President of TravelNet Solutions Owners of ResortsandLodges.com."
These traffic increases come at a great time as TravelNet Solutions is preparing to release an entirely new social layer and design to the 14 year old travel site.
"Not only have we seen an increase in traffic, we've seen a major increase in advertiser activity. We've gone from 424 active packages to over 1,800 active deals and packages by more than 800 properties in our leading vacation package market place, said Matt Renner, VP of Business Development. This shows that not only are people searching, but advertisers are finding new, innovative ways to package their products and distribute them to our millions of annual visitors."
Among some of the more impressive year over year statistics, ResortsandLodges.com has seen the following from 2011 to 2012:
60.4% Increase in total visits49.5% Increase in unique visitors54.3% Increase in page views41% Increase in phone calls52.4% Increase in online reservations
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TravelNet Solutionsis the owner and operator ofResortsandLodges.com, a first generation travel website that serves more than 10 Million travelerseachyear and influences more than $100 Million in direct reservations annually toitspartner Resort, Hotel and Vacation Rental advertisers. For more information visit:http://www.travelnetsolutions.com
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NEW YORK, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:
Travel and Tourism in Brazil, Key Trends and Opportunities to 2016: Hosting of FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games to Promote Tourism Growth
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The report provides top-level market analysis, information and insights, including:
Historic and forecast market sizes covering the entire Brazilian travel industry
Detailed analysis of tourist spending patterns in Brazil
Descriptions and market outlooks for various sectors in the Brazilian tourist industry, such as transportation, accommodation and travel intermediaries
Detailed market classification across each sector, with analysis using similar metrics
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NEWTON, Mass., April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, today announced the results of its annual air travel survey of more than 1,000 U.S. respondents. Americans are flocking to the skies this year as 91 percent of respondents said they plan to fly domestically in 2012, compared to 84 percent that did last year. International flights are also on the rise, with 65 percent planning a flight out of the country, up from 55 percent in 2011.
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Mobile Use Takes Off
There has been a significant increase in mobile device usage for air travel among survey respondents.
Fliers seem skeptical about the need to shut off their beloved mobile devices.
Shh Anti-social in the Air
When it comes to flying, the majority of travelers have no interest in socializing.
Not even a presidential candidate could get some fliers to come out of their shell: 33 percent would not choose to sit next to Barack Obama, Mitt Romney, Ron Paul, or Newt Gingrich, if given the opportunity.
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SHERMAN, CT--(Marketwire -03/29/12)- The past 15 years have brought dramatic changes to how travel is booked in the U.S. Consumer migration to online channels has driven a decline in the number of traditional travel agencies. But according to a new report from travel industry research authority PhoCusWright, traditional agencies still account for one third of travel bookings in the U.S., and today's travel agents are reinventing themselves to stay relevant and competitive.
"The Once and Future Agent: PhoCusWright's Travel Agency Distribution Landscape 2009-2013" (www.phocuswright.com/products/4110) reports that traditional travel agencies accounted for nearly US$95 billion in travel sales in 2011, or one third of the $284 billion U.S. travel market. Corporate agencies, which rebounded quickly from the recession, now account for nearly three fourths of all agency bookings and are focused on air, hotel and rental car sales. Leisure agencies tend to specialize in more complex leisure products such as vacation packages and cruises that are more challenging to book online, and represent a little over one fourth of total agency sales.
Both the leisure and corporate agency segments have changed dramatically over the past 15 years, and more change lies ahead. Douglas Quinby, PhoCusWright's senior director, research, addresses some of the key shifts that have taken place in the travel agency distribution landscape.
"The Once and Future Agent: PhoCusWright's Travel Agency Distribution Landscape 2009-2013" examines the traditional travel agency channel, assessing the state of the marketplace and providing a detailed outlook for the future. The report includes:
"The Once and Future Agent: PhoCusWright's Travel Agency Distribution Landscape 2009-2013" (US$1,100) traces the dramatic forces that have redefined the traditional travel agency sector, and provides essential guidance on the shaping of this distribution channel in the years to come.
ABOUT PHOCUSWRIGHT INC. (www.phocuswright.com)
PhoCusWright, the travel industry research authority, fosters smart strategic planning and tactical decision-making by delivering primary research on the evolving dynamics that influence travel, tourism and hospitality distribution. To complement its research in North America, Europe and Asia, PhoCusWright partners with and produces several high-profile conferences around the world.
2012 PhoCusWright Inc., Sherman, CT United States
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Well Im not starting my second week in Phuket on a positive note. I woke up early Monday morning knowing that I would need to face telling Whittney that I failed to even attempt to do my homework. The nerves were on overdrive...I also had to do a Peer Teach which I was putting way to much pressure on myself. I walked into class...Whittney was sitting in her usual spot at the front o
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The locals here have a saying God is everywhere but his office is in Santiago. Im still mulling over this as Im preparing to leave Gods office and to me there is only one word for Santiago and thats Subtle and that I like subtle people subtle things subtle lives. It means something is not screaming out at you but giving you time to decide for yourself making up your m
Sup everybody So if by next weekend I meant this weekend then I totally kept my promise. A blog is here and you may now continue your life. As a heads up this blog isnt going to have any form of sense or chronological order so itll be like talking to me in real life unlike my other blogs. So last time I was in Hong Kong I encountered Berlin Bears realized I could run an amazing rugby