Archive for January, 2007

posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 30

Thomson Tailor-made has launched its expanded new Africa 2008 brochure to the beats of Zulu drummers and dancers, bringing some of the rich and exciting African culture to the Harlow Sales Team.

ECCO Tours and South African Airways supported the launch providing a

posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 30

Summer packages from Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld

Savour the summer with an escape to sunny Florida and experience the newly renovated Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld, in the heart of Orlando and right across the street from the famous namesake amusement park. The hotel’s vacation packages are the perfect way to save and play at the same time. Enjoy deals for golf, family, romance and more with rate specials now through the end of the year. Their Escape Your Way! package starts from $169 per night (based on a three-night stay), includes deluxe accommodation and a $100 resort credit that can be applied to restaurant, room service and parking.

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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

Planning Your Next Family Vacation Getaway!

When planning a family vacation getaway, the choices can be overwhelming. What should you do? Where should you go? To make life easier, these questions should be answered before you start planning. Let’s take a few minutes and help you answer these questions before you get started with the planning.

What Should You Do?
How does skiing fresh powder of Vail’s Blue Sky Basin, or relaxing in the white sand of Hawaii’s beaches and hitting a hole in one at one of Myrtle Beach’s many golf courses sound to you? Ski, beach and golf vacations are great choices for families.

posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

Traveling with the family can afford some of the most memorable vacations for years to come. With proper planning and research, you can ensure that your family vacation pleases even the pickiest member of the family. But with so many choices available, how does one choose the perfect destination? Budget, location, activities and amenities are all factors that help determine a location the whole family will enjoy. The following five travel tips will get even the most inexperienced travelers on the road to their ideal summer vacation in 2006.

Plan ahead. Accommodations can be sold out or unavailable by early summer. The Travel Industry Association of America, who conducted an online survey of 1,519 U.S. adults aged 18 and over in January 2006, reports that 21 percent of Americans who are planning to travel this summer had already arranged lodging at their destination. The rest were either exploring their options for where to stay (28 percent) or had not yet selected the specific destination for their trip (32 percent). The age of the internet makes research and booking easy and fairly painless. Chamber of Commerce websites make finding destination activities and outings simple. Getting the whole family excited about your trip can be as easy as spending 20 minutes around the computer looking at websites that bring the destination right into your home.

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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

Imagine a forested valley surrounded by awesome mountain scenery. Add some sparkling lakes, clear streams teaming with fish, a variety of unique golf courses and a world class ski mountain and you have Mont Tremblant, Quebec, Canada.

This Laurentian Mountain resort is one of those rare places where all four seasons allow visitors to realize their vacation dreams. In the winter, it offers not just alpine skiing, but ice skating, sledding, ski touring, snowshowing and comaraderie around blazing bonfires - all in the fairytale setting of a winter wonderland.

While the other three seasons can surprise you with just about any kind of weather, you will not be at a loss for things to do. Hiking, mountain biking, fishing and golf are some of the most popular activities in the Spring and Fall.

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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

The Rocky Mountains of Colorado offer many good resorts to choose from. Some favorites include

Destination: Colorado - Ski Vacation Guide

Telluride, Vail and Breckenridge. Telluride Ski Resort was built in the 1970’s and along with it came cultural events, festivals, music and more. People come to this town year after year for the wonderful skiing and other fun activities.
If skiing is what you are all about, Vail is the place to go! It has just been named number 1 for the 14th time in 19 years in Ski Magazine’s “Top 50 Resort Guide”. Vail offers world class skiing, fabulous nightlife and many fine dining options.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

Destination: Anna Maria Island, FL

You will ask yourself why you waited so long - one visit to this island paradise will convince you to come back again and again. Anna Maria Island - located just off the coast of Sarasota, FL is a laid back vacation getaway. Miles of sandy beaches and rejuvenating sunshine will maximize your vacation experience.

Where to stay:
Options are endless, if you’re interested in a vacation rental on Anna Maria Island you should try out Island Real Estate, the choices and selection are unmatched. If you’re an on the beach and pampered kind of traveler, a bed and breakfast might be just your speed.

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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

Destination: New Orleans - A Quick Guide

By Adam Winters

Are you planning a holiday? Consider New Orleans. The city provides a fun-filled holiday for the entire family or even for a couple. Situated between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, New Orleans is a frequented tourist destination because of all that it offers. From museums to gardens, aquariums to night clubs, from exciting bars to exotic restaurants, and of course Mardi Gras, the place has it all!

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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

By: John Simmons

posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29

By: Nancy Kinley

In the midst of Los Angeles County