PR-inside.com Free Press Releases Services http://www.pr-inside.com/ Copyright 12 pr-inside.com travel-leisure Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Nature, in the broadest sense, is equivalent to the natural world, physical world, or material world. "Nature" refers to the phenomena of the physical world, and also to life in general. It ranges in scale from the subatomic to the cosmic. The word nature is derived from the Latin word natura, or "essential qualities, innate disposition", and in ancient times, literally meant "birth". Natura was a Latin translation of the Greek word physis , which originally related to the intrinsic characteristics that plants, animals, and other features of the world develop of their own accord. The concept of nature as a .. Sat, 26 May 2012 10:30:57 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-cambodian-nature-lover-r3200547.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-cambodian-nature-lover-r3200547.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Mondulkiri (Khmer: is a province (khaet) of Cambodia. It is the most sparsely populated province in the country despite being the largest in land area. The capital is the town of Senmonorom. Mondulkiri is known for its forested hills and powerful waterfalls. Some waterfalls include: - Bou Sra Waterfall. Located at Pich Chinda District, 43 kilometers from Senmonorom town, Bou Sra is the largest waterfall, made famous by a popular Khmer song in Mondulkiri. - Senmonorom Waterfall. Five kilometers from town and an easy walk, Senmonorom waterfall is not much to look at and used to be a nice picnic spot .. Sat, 26 May 2012 10:14:52 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-nature-exposed-tour-r3200543.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-nature-exposed-tour-r3200543.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Phnom Penh (Khmer: ‰) is the capital and largest city of Cambodia. Located on the banks of the Mekong River, Phnom Penh has been the national capital since the French colonized Cambodia, and has grown to become the nation's center of economic and industrial activities, as well as the center of security, politics, economics, cultural heritage, and diplomacy of Cambodia. Once known as the “Pearl of Asia it was considered one of the loveliest French-built cities in Indochina in the 1920s. Phnom Penh, along with Siem Reap and Sihanoukville, are significant global and domestic tourist destinations for Cambodia. Founded in 1434, .. Sat, 26 May 2012 09:54:23 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-the-taste-of-phnom-r3200540.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-the-taste-of-phnom-r3200540.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Avis India, the leading International car rental brand in India, offering premium/luxury cars for the Corporate & Leisure traveler has introduced The Avis India Chauffeur Driven Getaways with Family for the weekend and Corporate Traveler. These packages have been designed understanding the importance of time of the corporate executive, for people who have just a day or two available to get away from the madness of work, take a short trip and unwind with their families and friends. Available at Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad & Pune the pre designed packages include Fuel, Toll charges, Service tax & Driver .. Sat, 26 May 2012 07:56:16 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/avis-india-brings-chauffeur-driven-family-r3200525.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/avis-india-brings-chauffeur-driven-family-r3200525.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) By: Jim Scherrer As fifteen year residents of Puerto Vallarta, we have seen it grow from a relatively small Mexican resort to a bustling, internationally recognized vacation and retirement destination. It seems to get more beautiful and more visitor friendly every day as we watch the dramatic changes continue to unfold in front of us. A few years ago, the city built a modern convention center which has attracted numerous large national and international conventions to the area; the number increasing each year. This year alone, they hosted the Mexico Nuestra Belleza beauty pageant (this pageant often determines the contestants to represent .. Fri, 25 May 2012 22:58:49 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/streetwalking-a-popular-pastime-in-r3200498.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/streetwalking-a-popular-pastime-in-r3200498.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The later than normal Spring Bank Holiday, which also includes the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations the next day, overlaps at the same time as the Isle of Man TT races, meaning many more bikers will be heading out to watch the action, making pre-journey tyre checks even more important. Stuart Jackson, chairman, TyreSafe, said: “Correct motorcycle tyre maintenance is essential for safer riding and will make all the difference to how your bike performs, whether you’re simply planning a relaxing ride out in your local area over the Bank Holiday weekend or taking a trip further afield to the legendary .. Fri, 25 May 2012 10:56:38 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kickstart-your-spring-bank-holiday-with-r3199747.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kickstart-your-spring-bank-holiday-with-r3199747.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Temperatures are rising, flowers are in full bloom, and people are mowing their lawns. It’s official summer is here! We have some great Apps on Sale for Memorial Day Weekend to help you kick off you summer fun. Planning a road trip for Memorial Day? Get “Speed Tracker. GPS Speedometer and Trip Computer. Track your trip driving stats, save the route travelled and share it with you friends and family. We just released a new version compatible with iPad. On sale 70% off through June 1st. Download Speed Tracker has a lot of build-in features that help you to gather all .. Fri, 25 May 2012 07:56:25 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/highly-accurate-speed-tracker-gps-speedometer-r3199524.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/highly-accurate-speed-tracker-gps-speedometer-r3199524.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The property was commended through being awarded the Certificate of Excellence due to the high levels of praise it has garnered over the years as well as its business and spa orientation. Trip Advisor’s presence throughout the travel industry is now a well-known fact. Providing travelers with non-biased advice from other travelers on where to eat, what to see and where to stay in any location around the world has meant that it is one of the most frequently visited websites for travel. Trip Advisor has awarded the City Hotel in Thessaloniki for its high levels of praise recognizing its 4 .. Fri, 25 May 2012 08:31:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-city-hotel-in-thessaloniki-receives-r3199515.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-city-hotel-in-thessaloniki-receives-r3199515.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Khmer Empire was one of the most powerful empires in Southeast Asia. The empire, which grew out of the former kingdom of Chenla, at times ruled over and/or vassalized parts of modern-day Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Burma, and Malaysia. Its greatest legacy is Angkor, in present-day Cambodia, which was the site of the capital city during the empire's zenith. Angkor bears testimony to the Khmer empire's immense power and wealth, as well as the variety of belief systems that it patronised over time. The empire's official religions included Hinduism and Mahayana Buddhism, until Theravada Buddhism prevailed, even among the lower classes, .. Fri, 25 May 2012 08:29:18 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-the-highlights-tour-r3199510.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-the-highlights-tour-r3199510.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The conference will take place the 31st May to 3rd June 2012 at the Grecotel Corfu Imperial hotel, ideally located by a golden beach in a private peninsula at the island of Corfu in Greece. Corfu is an established tourism destination well-known for its cosmopolitan style, rich gastronomic appeal, and vibrant night-life. The 2nd Advances in Hospitality and Tourism Marketing & Management Conference is hosted and co-organized by: ‱ the Department of Tourism Management of the Alexander Technological Institute of Thessaloniki in Greece; ‱ the Department of Business Administration of the Democritus University of Thrace in Greece; ‱ the School of Hospitality Business .. Fri, 25 May 2012 06:54:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/nd-advances-in-hospitality-and-tourism-r3199107.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/nd-advances-in-hospitality-and-tourism-r3199107.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) India is a big country in every aspect; visitors from all over the world come to India to explore different parts of the country with their own schedule and timing. That why Shine Gold Tours India, a reputed Indian tour and travel company launched completely customizable tours to almost all the major tourist locations. These tours give travelers complete freedom to design and schedule their trip. Whether they want to see beautiful beaches in southern states, mountains full of snow in northern India or Beautiful palaces, grand forts and heritage monuments in the different cities of north India such as .. Fri, 25 May 2012 05:58:39 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/shine-gold-tours-india-launched-tailor-made-r3198979.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/shine-gold-tours-india-launched-tailor-made-r3198979.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Kampong Thom (Khmer: †) is a province (khaet) of Cambodia. It borders the provinces of Siem Reap to the northwest, Preah Vihear to the north, Stung Treng to the north east, Kratie to the east, Kampong Cham and Kampong Chhnang to the south and the Tonle Sap to the west. Its capital is Kampong Thom, a picturesque town on the banks of the Stung Sen River. Kampong Thom is Cambodia's second largest province by area. There are a number of significant Angkorian sites in the area including Prasat Sambor Prei Kuk and Prasat Andet temples. Kampong Thom is one of the .. Fri, 25 May 2012 04:54:05 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-cambodia-tour-for-r3198934.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-cambodia-tour-for-r3198934.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Phnom Penh International Airport (Khmer: French: AĂ©roport International de Phnom Penh) (IATA: PNH, ICAO: VDPP) is the largest airport in Cambodia. It is located 7 kilometres (3.8 NM) west of Phnom Penh, the nation's capital. Phnom Penh airport's former name was Pochentong International Airport. On July 6, 1995, the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) signed a concession agreement with the French-Malaysian joint venture company SociĂ©tĂ© Concessionaire d’AĂ©roport (SCA), to operate Phnom Penh (PNH) - Pochentong International Airport. In return for a 20-year concession, SCA—70 percent owned by Groupe GTM and 30 percent by Muhibbah Masterron of Malaysia—committed to a $110 million improvement .. Fri, 25 May 2012 02:36:53 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-cambodia-tour-in-r3198901.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-cambodia-tour-in-r3198901.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The medical tourism industry in Malaysia has been growing tremendously over the past few years and has become a major attractive medical destination for several developing countries. One of the biggest drivers of the Malaysian medical tourism industry is the region’s improving health infrastructure. The country has shown remarkable improvement in meeting the demand for quality-assured medical care via trained medical specialists and first-class facilities. The country has a well-laid medical infrastructure to support the medical tourism industry. As per the statistics revealed by the Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia in 2005, there were 222 private hospitals that reached .. Thu, 24 May 2012 09:38:58 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/expanding-healthcare-infrastructure-boosting-r3197624.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/expanding-healthcare-infrastructure-boosting-r3197624.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Siem Reap has colonial and Chinese-style architecture in the Old French Quarter, and around the Old Market. In the city, there are traditional Apsara dance performances, craft shops, silk farms, rice-paddy countryside, fishing villages and a bird sanctuary near the Tonle Sap Lake. Siem Reap is the capital city of Siem Reap Province in northwestern Cambodia, and is the gateway to Angkor region. Siem Reap today, being a popular tourist destination, has a large number of hotels and restaurants. Most smaller establishments are concentrated around the Old Market area, while more expensive hotels are located between Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport and the .. Thu, 24 May 2012 05:01:42 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-the-culture-and-history-r3196947.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-the-culture-and-history-r3196947.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The Kingdom of Cambodia is rich in culture and civilization, a senior nation which held great power in South-East Asia in the past. During those ancient times, the kingdom was widely known as the Norkor Phnom or Kork Thlok, Zhenla and later as Angkor Empire or the Khmer Empire. The Kingdom of Cambodia is rich in culture and civilization, a senior nation which held great power in South-East Asia in the past. During those ancient times, the kingdom was widely known as the Norkor Phnom or Kork Thlok, Zhenla and later as Angkor Empire or the Khmer Empire. Today the country is .. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:03:02 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-experience-siem-reap-r3196938.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-experience-siem-reap-r3196938.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Angkor Thom (Khmer: †), located in present day Cambodia, was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late twelfth century by king Jayavarman VII. It covers an area of 9 kmÂČ, within which are located several monuments from earlier eras as well as those established by Jayavarman and his successors. At the centre of the city is Jayavarman's state temple, the Bayon, with the other major sites clustered around the Victory Square immediately to the north. Angkor Thom was established as the capital of Jayavarman VII's empire, and was the centre of .. Thu, 24 May 2012 03:43:32 GMT http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-explore-siem-reap-r3196937.htm http://reports.pr-inside.com/tourism-indochina-explore-siem-reap-r3196937.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Lisbon, Portugal, Inspira Santa Marta Hotel announced the launching of a new website that provides demanding guests with all the information about the hotel and an easy to use secure new reservations system. Focused on providing the best possible experience to its visitors and using the latest technologies at www.inspirahotels.com, Inspira Santa Marta Hotel offers an interactive website with key features like Google maps, picture gallery, special offers and promotions, among others. Inspira Santa Marta Hotel enhances guests experience with an innovative booking engine that provides an easy shopping experience. With a calendar overview showing best available rates, guests can now deal .. Wed, 23 May 2012 15:00:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/inspira-santa-marta-hotel-s-next-generation-r3196305.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/inspira-santa-marta-hotel-s-next-generation-r3196305.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Also voted as 3rd out of the 12 hotels featured in Ornos on Mykonos Island, the Kivotos seems to be a steadfast Trip Advisor favorite. Long known for the luxury of its accommodations, discrete and bespoke services and world class facilities, the Kivotos situated in beautiful Ornos on the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos, has been a paradise for travelers seeking the ultimate exclusive vacation. Long considered to be the epitome of luxury hotels on this exclusive island, this boutique hotel has mesmerized guests and visitors alike with its absolute perfection and attention to every conceivable detail. Elements such as the above .. Wed, 23 May 2012 14:48:10 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kivotos-makes-trip-advisor-s-top-list-r3196282.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kivotos-makes-trip-advisor-s-top-list-r3196282.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Shamwari Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, part of the award-winning Shamwari Group, has received the prestigious 2012 Certificate of Excellence Award by tripadvisor. Comments Group General Manager, Joe Cloete: “On behalf of all the team at Shamwari Group we are extremely honoured to have been chosen and to learn from tripadvisor that ‘Only the very best in the business are awarded a Certificate of Excellence’ is a very proud moment for us all. Ensuring our guests receive the absolute best of service and an experience of a lifetime is our goal.” Ends/. Editor’s notes: http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g471864-d502079-Reviews-Shamwari_Game_Reserve-Shamwari_Game_Reserve_Eastern_Cape.html The Shamwari Group presents .. Wed, 23 May 2012 13:37:49 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/shamwari-game-reserve-receives-2012-certificate-r3196173.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/shamwari-game-reserve-receives-2012-certificate-r3196173.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) With the continued problems in the economy and the rising price of air travel it is another year with people looking for alternative holiday accommodation. The beauty of the UK is the fact that there are so many different and varied styles of holidays and breaks you can enjoy and one that has become incredibly popular are the log cabins with hot tubs. The rise in this simple yet luxury accommodation offered at prices people can afford has enabled many more holidaymakers than ever before to enjoy exploring different areas of the UK. Until a few years ago the self catering .. Wed, 23 May 2012 11:11:44 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/log-cabins-with-hot-tubs-leading-r3195673.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/log-cabins-with-hot-tubs-leading-r3195673.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Zurich (Switzerland), 23 May 2012 – Creative cuisine, inspirational event ideas and fast efficient MICE service from start to finish are at the heart of the new global Meetings & Events programme launched by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts at IMEX in Frankfurt, the world’s largest meetings and incentive travel exhibition. Intensive training to streamline every element of the MICE process at Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has already paid major dividends with the upscale Swiss hospitality company achieving a number three ranking among European branded hotels in this year’s German IFH Institute for Hospitality Management’s annual MICE survey. When tested on a .. Wed, 23 May 2012 08:27:18 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/m-venpick-hotels-resorts-energises-event-r3195285.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/m-venpick-hotels-resorts-energises-event-r3195285.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) “TyreSafe has become a huge part of my life because of the valuable contribution it makes to improving safety on the UK’s roads,” said Stuart Jackson, chairman, TyreSafe. “I hope I can continue to play a key role for many years as although we’ve come a long way, there’s still much to be done.” Since its inception in 2006, TyreSafe’s activities have helped reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured in a tyre related incident by 38 per cent. However, each year more than 1,200 people are still killed or injured in an accident where illegal, defective or under-inflated .. Wed, 23 May 2012 08:08:30 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/tyresafe-re-elects-stuart-jackson-as-r3195196.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/tyresafe-re-elects-stuart-jackson-as-r3195196.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Jim Corbett National Park is one of the biggest and oldest national parks of India which was established in 1936. The park was built with the objective to provide a protective area to endangered animal in India, especially Royal Bengal tiger. ShineGoldToursIndia.com is now offering an India wildlife tour to Corbett National Park that provides an exclusive opportunity to explore Indian wildlife. It is situated in the Himalayan region and that makes this place even more worthwhile to visit and that is the reason why this pace is so popular among wildlife and nature lovers. Every year over hundred thousand .. Wed, 23 May 2012 06:52:35 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/jim-corbett-national-park-wildlife-tour-r3194999.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/jim-corbett-national-park-wildlife-tour-r3194999.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) LAGUNA BEACH (May 21, 2012) – Exclusive Collections Galleries (EC Galleries) announces the Grand Opening of their new location at Hotel Laguna on South Coast Highway. The fourth Exclusive Collections location, EC Laguna Beach Gallery is owned and personally curated by art business veterans, James and Ruth-Ann Thorn, who started the company in 1995. Ruth-Ann Thorn says, “Everything from the artists and fine art we carry, to our exciting lineup of special events, to the exceptional service of our staff, is all focused on achieving one purpose: to foster an extraordinary gallery environment where patrons and artists can meet, share their .. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:08:05 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/exclusive-collections-gallery-opens-in-r3194469.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/exclusive-collections-gallery-opens-in-r3194469.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Albufeira, Algarve, Hotel Maritur announced the launching of a new website that provides demanding guests with all the information about the hotel and an easy to use secure new reservations system. Focused on providing the best possible experience to its visitors and using the latest technologies at www.hotelmaritur.com, Hotel Maritur offers an interactive website with key features like Google maps, picture gallery, special offers and promotions, among others. Hotel Maritur enhances guests experience with an innovative booking engine that provides an easy shopping experience. With a calendar overview showing best available rates, guests can now deal shop online and take advantage on .. Tue, 22 May 2012 15:19:57 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/hotel-maritur-s-next-generation-website-r3194206.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/hotel-maritur-s-next-generation-website-r3194206.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The recent completion of the Simia high-wire forestpark in Wekerom underlined Netherland-based Skywalker Adventure Builders’ role as one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of forest ropes courses and nature playgrounds. “One of our main objectives was to provide people with disabilities who, unfortunately, still find themselves excluded from climbing activities in many places, with an future opportunity to actively participate,” explains Frank Bookelmann, the mind behind the forest climbing park in Wekerom. “The choice to award the contract to Skywalker was basically a no brainer. The company is years ahead of its competitors when it comes to the operational safety, durability .. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:29:41 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/simia-nature-unlimited-high-up-in-r3193959.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/simia-nature-unlimited-high-up-in-r3193959.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Aquarium Software, the leading insurance claims management solution, has announced the launch of a new claims and process management software solution aimed at travel insurers. Travel insurance claims continue to rise and pressure is on the insurers and outsourced claims handlers to both reduce costs and increase customer service levels. Aquarium is well positioned to respond to the needs of the market, having spent the best part of a decade developing bespoke technology solutions for the insurance, legal, and financial claims management sectors. Aquarium’s travel insurance product launch comes just a short time after the group launched a pet insurance-specific .. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:06:04 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/aquarium-software-takes-off-r3193933.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/aquarium-software-takes-off-r3193933.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) London, 22nd May, 2012 - To help parents with ideas on how to avoid the “are we nearly there yet?” chants, Carhiremarket.com has today launched a new guide to the best games to keep the kids occupied on any type of car journey. The ‘Top Ten In-Car Game Guide’, available to download at http://www.carhiremarket.com/top-ten-in-car-games.aspx, offers some quick and convenient ways to ensure young passengers are entertained, without plugging in DVD or electronic entertainment. The guide covers a range of games, from old favourites like i-spy, which 59% of parent drivers say tops their list, ‘spot and win’ activities and others on .. Tue, 22 May 2012 12:58:15 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/traditional-in-car-games-a-favourite-to-r3193803.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/traditional-in-car-games-a-favourite-to-r3193803.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Santander, Spain, Hotel Chateau La Roca announced the launching of a new website that provides demanding guests with all the information about the hotel and an easy to use secure new reservations system. Focused on providing the best possible experience to its visitors and using the latest technologies at www.chateaularoca.com, Hotel Chateau La Roca offers an interactive website with key features like Google maps, picture gallery, special offers and promotions, among others. Hotel Chateau La Roca enhances guests experience with an innovative booking engine that provides an easy shopping experience. With a calendar overview showing best available rates, guests can now deal .. Tue, 22 May 2012 11:32:14 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/hotel-chateau-la-roca-s-next-generation-r3193566.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/hotel-chateau-la-roca-s-next-generation-r3193566.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Usually, it takes opening a window to let the summer breeze in. Now, an online visit at http://www.melitsina.com works just the same. The new website of Melitsina Village, a contemporary seaside boutique hotel on Ritsa beach for families and couples, is much more than a website: it is a fresh online experience, exuding the tranquil setting and unrivaled Greek hospitality of Kardamili, Messinia in Southern Peloponnese. Designed and developed by MOZAIK, the website presents the impeccable facilities and services of this traditionally stone-built hotel complex, inclusive of 23 studios and apartments, Hai Hou cafĂ© bar serving delightful cocktails on the beach .. Tue, 22 May 2012 07:52:36 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-fresh-online-experience-for-melitsina-r3193017.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-fresh-online-experience-for-melitsina-r3193017.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Banda Aceh, Indonesia – Guests who are planning a unique Asian holiday can now use the new booking engine of Hermes Palace Hotel. Powered by DirectWithHotels, the new reservation system enables guests to book any number of rooms via the hotel website in just 3 easy steps. To access the new booking engine, guests only need to go to its website at http://www.hermespalacehotel.com and click on the yellow “Reserve Now” button on the upper-left corner of the screen. This will lead them to the first step, where they can select the dates of their stay by clicking on the calendar .. Tue, 22 May 2012 06:06:04 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/hermes-palace-hotel-inaugurates-new-r3192549.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/hermes-palace-hotel-inaugurates-new-r3192549.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) A Grand Canyon rafting trip is a unique outdoor experience, exposing rafters to some of the world’s most unforgettable natural wonders and exhilarating challenges. Those who book a white water rafting trip may put adventure and getting out into nature high on their list of reasons to embark on a 3, 5 or 7 day expedition down the amazing Colorado River. What most people may not consider are the people they will meet and share their journey with. Fellow rafters may include solo travelers, couples, groups of friends or family, and of course, the guides. Whether you begin your trip alone .. Mon, 21 May 2012 18:19:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/making-meaningful-connections-on-a-r3192290.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/making-meaningful-connections-on-a-r3192290.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) RibeirĂŁo Preto - SĂŁo Paulo, Brazil, Oasis Hotels announced the launching of a new website that provides demanding guests with all the information about the hotel and an easy to use secure new reservations system. Focused on providing the best possible experience to its visitors and using the latest technologies at www.hoteisoasis.com.br, Oasis Hotels offers an interactive website with key features like Google maps, picture gallery, special offers and promotions, among others. Oasis Hotels enhances guests experience with an innovative booking engine that provides an easy shopping experience. With a calendar overview showing best available rates, guests can now deal shop online .. Mon, 21 May 2012 15:33:09 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/oasis-hotel-s-next-generation-website-r3192126.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/oasis-hotel-s-next-generation-website-r3192126.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) This 1973 model had been the recent recipient of a total restoration by leading RS specialist Marc De Siebenthal of Switzerland, no doubt adding to its appeal. The car eventually sold for ÂŁ204,600, well above its pre-sale estimate. Other notable successes on 16th May, where many of the cars sold achieved higher than expected figures, included a left hand drive 1999 Ferrari 456M GT for ÂŁ36,520, more than ÂŁ10,000 above its pre-sale estimate, a 1976 Jensen Interceptor III for ÂŁ47,850 and a stunning 1958 Jaguar XK 150 Fixedhead Coupe for ÂŁ35,200. An ex-Ayrton Senna 1982 Ralt RT3 Formula 3 car also surpassed .. Mon, 21 May 2012 13:16:03 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/porsche-leads-the-grid-at-silverstone-r3191880.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/porsche-leads-the-grid-at-silverstone-r3191880.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) A great hotel in a great destination just upped its game with its restyled website. The Semeli Hotel’s in Mykonos restyled website has now made browsing for users all the more user-friendly through a number of subtle and yet noticeable changes. The new banner on the bottom-right of the website’s homepage promotes important elements of the hotel such as Conferences, Spa and the Thioni Restaurant at first sight. The three buttons on the top-left side including Photo Gallery, Book Online and Special Offers make these important sections easier to access. To keep visitors in that €˜Mykonos frame of mind€™, real time weather .. Mon, 21 May 2012 11:34:00 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-semeli-hotel-on-mykonos-island-r3191534.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-semeli-hotel-on-mykonos-island-r3191534.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) HotelTravel.com is serving up 'Grand Slam' hotel rates to celebrate the start of this year's French Open in Paris, with matches set to begin at Roland Garros Stadium from 22 May until 10 June. HotelTravel.com Chief Information Officer, Olivier Dombey, said fans of clay court tennis staying in Paris during the almost three week event would still be able to find convention accommodation with access to main French Open venues. http://www.hoteltravel.com/france/paris/hotels.htm "There are still good hotels available that offer an easy commute to Roland Garros. Depending on the match schedule and what tickets fans might be holding it is often better to stay .. Mon, 21 May 2012 02:43:41 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/hoteltravel-com-offers-grand-slam-r3190765.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/hoteltravel-com-offers-grand-slam-r3190765.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Meals in Egypt are often a community affair, and on March 6, 2012, the culinary team at the Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino, among safe hotels in Cairo, created an extravagant dinner for 5,000 attendees at ITB Berlin, “the world’s leading travel trade show.” As the official partner country of ITB 2012, Egypt is once again making a name for itself in the world of tourist travel, and this Cairo hotel was proud to play a role. The Egyptian Tourist Authority handpicked the culinary team at the Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino to prepare the opening gala .. Sun, 20 May 2012 10:51:42 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/cairo-marriott-hotel-culinary-team-in-r3189759.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/cairo-marriott-hotel-culinary-team-in-r3189759.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Inner Maldives Holidays one of the leading and award winning travel companies in the Maldives, seeks to implement a comprehensive rebranding initiative with an advertising campaign, a new logo and a completely revamped website. The company has been around for last fourteen years and has seen the company go through many ups and downs, with varied branding. With the ever evolving technology, style and trends; the company’s management now believes that a ‘refresh’ is in order and will help the company move towards its vision and objectives. Along with the image makeover, the company will focus on re-launching its various departments .. Sun, 20 May 2012 09:30:15 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/inner-maldives-holidays-launches-a-r3189758.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/inner-maldives-holidays-launches-a-r3189758.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Agra city is one of the most visited cities in India by Indian and foreign tourists. There is no prize for telling the reason behind this, of course it is Taj Mahal which attracts thousands of tourists to Agra every day. But there are other famous ancient monuments and heritage sites as well in Agra. That is the reason Why Agra sightseeing tours are so popular among travelers. Except ancient monuments, other wonderful places to visit in Agra are its beautiful Gardens and Temples. By considering all this, ShineGoldToursIndia.com is now offering same day tours to sightseeing in Agra. International Travelers, .. Sat, 19 May 2012 10:51:52 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/sgt-india-launches-same-day-agra-r3189479.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/sgt-india-launches-same-day-agra-r3189479.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Loop Head Lighthouse, located at the mouth of the Shannon Estuary, is steeped in history and rich in maritime heritage with its origins dating back to the 1670s. The Taoiseach’s grandfather was a keeper at the lighthouse. James John McGinley took up duty at the Lighthouse as Principal Keeper on 16th January 1933. He spent 1 year and 10 months at Loop Head. He was transferred from the station in October 1934. Clare County Council, along with Shannon Development, Loop Head Tourism and the Commissioners of Irish Lights (CIL), conducted a successful 11-week trial opening scheme in 2011 that resulted .. Fri, 18 May 2012 15:16:16 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/taoiseach-walks-in-grandfather-s-footsteps-r3189056.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/taoiseach-walks-in-grandfather-s-footsteps-r3189056.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Blink Booking raises $2.5m from PROfounders, SoftTech, and travel industry veterans London, 18th May 2012 – Blink Booking, a new business with its sights set on revolutionising how people book and pay for their accommodation, today launched in the UK. Co-founded by Rebeca Minguela and Miguel Ortega, Blink has already successfully launched in seven European countries and attracted $2.5M from prominent US and European angels and VCs including PROFounders (whose investors include Brent Hoberman, founder of lastminute.com and Andy Phillipps, founder of Active Hotels), Jeff Clavier’s SoftTech VC and Ballpark ventures (which includes mobile veterans Russell Buckley and Harry Dewhirst). Each day .. Fri, 18 May 2012 12:05:09 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/blink-and-it-s-booked-r3188743.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/blink-and-it-s-booked-r3188743.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) San Jose, Costa Rica – Diuwak Hotel announced the launching of an innovative booking engine on their website that provides demanding guests with an easy to use secure reservations system at http://www.diuwak.com Focused on providing the best possible experience to its visitors and using the latest technologies at http://www.diuwak.com Diuwak Hotel offers an interactive booking engine that provides the ultimate shopping experience. Diuwak Hotel enhances guests experience with an innovative booking engine that provides an easy shopping experience. With a calendar overview showing best available rates, guests can now deal shop online and take advantage on real-time availability and pricing information. With this .. Fri, 18 May 2012 10:18:32 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/diuwak-hotel-introduced-web-2-0-technologies-r3188582.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/diuwak-hotel-introduced-web-2-0-technologies-r3188582.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Travelling to a city for the first time? Know the in’s and out’s of your neighborhood even before you arrive with the Oakwood Neighborhood Mobile Application, now available for download on both Android and Iphone platforms. Pioneering the concept in the serviced apartment industry in Asia Pacific, the location and map based Oakwood app content is divided into dining, shopping, wellness, medical, entertainment, interesting places, kids, and useful items. It provides insider knowledge of shops offering unique items and great bargains, tells when the best time to go to the bank is, where to find different and delicious food, where children .. Fri, 18 May 2012 08:18:33 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/oakwood-neighborhood-app-is-now-on-r3188426.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/oakwood-neighborhood-app-is-now-on-r3188426.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Hanoi, Vietnam – Guests can now enjoy the vintage charm of Hanoi Triumphal Hotel in Hanoi, Vietnam, as it adds another innovation to the way people can book hotel reservations. By following 3 quick and easy steps to secure a room of their choice, guests will be able to reserve a room that will be ready upon their arrival. Gone are the days of waiting on the phone for customer representatives to entertain your inquiries about hotel accommodations or spending money on long-distance calls. With the hotel’s simple online reservation system, even guests that are not tech-savvy will be able to .. Fri, 18 May 2012 03:04:11 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/hanoi-triumphal-hotel-launches-booking-engine-r3187991.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/hanoi-triumphal-hotel-launches-booking-engine-r3187991.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) Villa Lobengula, tucked away in the depths of the valley bushveld is designed for families or intimate groups and offers just six suites, accommodating 12 people sharing. Guests will have sole use of the villa with their own private guide, chef and host to look after their personal needs. Guests will be able, at their leisure, to meditate on the tranquil deck, rejuvenate with various holistic therapies and take full advantage of the private yoga studio. The transformation from Lodge to Villa included a revamp of the exterior by painting the villa a soft white to reiterate harmony and .. Thu, 17 May 2012 14:29:56 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/shamwari-game-reserve-unveils-villa-lobengula-r3187286.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/shamwari-game-reserve-unveils-villa-lobengula-r3187286.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) The Kivotos Hotel on the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos has long stood for absolute luxury, discrete services and beautiful amenities. So, it came as no surprise when well heeled Romanian readers of ‘Luxury Rich & Famous’ voted it as their favourite hotel in Greece. Where hotels play a key part in choosing a destination, the magazine’s readers voted the Kivotos Hotel as their number one choice in Greece, a reflection of how the hotel itself would sway their decision in choosing a destination in Greece. With all things stylish in mind the Stylish Traveler blog http://www.stylishtravellersblog.com/ which rated some of the .. Thu, 17 May 2012 14:11:07 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kivotos-was-awarded-first-place-by-r3187254.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kivotos-was-awarded-first-place-by-r3187254.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) With its range of luxury facilities and services and elegant accommodations, the Kivotos Hotel looks like it will be an extremely strong contender this year. Conde Nast Traveler Hellas is, once again, voting for the best islands and hotels in Greece. Although the magazine runs several industry-recognised awards, the most important is considered to be the ‘Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Awards’ where readers have the opportunity to vote on the destinations and hotels of their choice. The Kivotos Hotel on Mykonos Island has been included and has been listed under hotels in the Cyclades. With a wealth of globally recognized .. Thu, 17 May 2012 14:04:53 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-kivotos-hotel-nominated-by-greek-r3187249.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-kivotos-hotel-nominated-by-greek-r3187249.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) After two hard months on the mountain, Cian O’Brolchain (31) and his expedition from ‘Jagged Globe’ have left base camp on a trip that will hopefully see them standing on the top of the 29,029-ft mountain by Sunday. Cian, who is hoping to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis, will join the ranks of only a handful of Irish people to have successfully achieved the summit. The success rate is very low on any Everest expedition, and this season in particular has seen its fair share of tragedy with the loss of some climbers and Sherpa mountaineers in the preparation for .. Thu, 17 May 2012 12:19:18 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/dublin-man-begins-ascent-of-everest-r3187031.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/dublin-man-begins-ascent-of-everest-r3187031.htm Travel & Leisure (PR-inside.com) From the moment that users open up the Diamond Deluxe Hotel’s homepage, one realizes that they have come across a very special property indeed. Crisp images portray the luxurious look and feel of the hotel where all elements including sumptuous rooms and suites, are presented through large perfectly executed images. Furthermore, the Diamond Deluxe Hotel website is particularly easy to navigate whereby there is a full presentation of the endless list of facilities and the ability to also make bookings on line is easy. As previously mentioned, the property itself is a real feast for the eyes. With the web design .. Thu, 17 May 2012 12:15:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-diamond-hotel-s-new-website-a-r3187030.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-diamond-hotel-s-new-website-a-r3187030.htm