Recent Headlines
38th Annual Bentonia Blues Festival in June
The 38th Annual Bentonia Blues Festival is scheduled for Saturday, June 19, 2010 in the heart of downtown Bentonia, MS on the home place of the historic Blue Front Café. - April 10, 2010 - Yazoo County CVB
Gap Adventures to Resume Tour Operations on Peru’s Inca Trail After April 1
Trail leading to Machu Picchu to reopen following regional mudslides. - March 27, 2010 - G Adventures
International Motorcycle Week Cruises Into Mazatlán, April 7 - 11
Premier Event Draws Thousands of Bikers to Tourism Hotspot on Mexico’s Pacific Coast - March 25, 2010 - Mazatlan
Gap Adventures to Reward Values-Driven Travel Contest Submissions
Tour operator will pick top 5 Create Your Own Adventure entries that trumpet its core values. - March 21, 2010 - G Adventures
Gap Adventures’ Create Your Own Adventure Gets Olympic Boost: Global Entries Up
Patriotic trends emerge after the Winter Olympics as more than 7,500 enter for a chance to experience their dream trip. - March 17, 2010 - G Adventures
Gap Adventures Announces New Expansion of Its Base Camp Headquarters
Gap Adventures (www.gapadventures.com) is excited to announce an ambitious expansion of Base Camp, its downtown Toronto hub and global operations centre. The move comes as part of founder Bruce Poon Tip’s long-term vision to offer passengers deeper insight and access to the epicentre of Gap... - March 14, 2010 - G Adventures
Discovery Channel Shark Advisor Andy Dehart to Host Discovery Adventures Galapagos Islands Excursion
Discovery Adventures, the adventure travel brand developed in partnership with Gap Adventures and Discovery Channel, is offering an exclusive trip to the Galapagos Islands led by Discovery Channel Shark Advisor and Director of Biological Programs for Washington D.C.'s National Aquarium, Andy Dehart. - March 14, 2010 - G Adventures
New York Times Best-Selling Author Joins Gap Adventures as the Surprise Celebrity Judge for Create Your Own Adventure Contest
Travellers have a chance to win 1 of 5 $500 travel vouchers and signed copies of best-seller 1,000 Places to See Before You Die every day for 5 days - March 06, 2010 - G Adventures
West Yellowstone World Snow Mobile Expo - March 12-14th, 2010 – 20th Anniversary Event
It's the 20th Annual World Snowmobile EXPO in West Yellowstone, Montana. Snowmobile racing and drags, ATV racing on snow, Freestyle aerials, Toughman Enduro and a Swap Meet. Plus, free admission to Casino Night and the "Back to the 80's" party. Don't miss this jam-packed weekend of events. - March 06, 2010 - West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce
City of Santa Fe Creative Tourism and Heritage Hotels Announce "Meet Our Local Artists," a Series of Conversations and Demonstrations, March 15 – April 9
The Hotel Plaza Real, 125 Washington Avenue, will host artists participating in the Creative Tourism Initiative for a series of demonstrations and conversations offered free to the public. Starting at 10:00 a.m. Monday through Friday, March 15 – April 9, artists will provide a demonstration... - March 03, 2010 - City of Santa Fe Arts Commission
Spring Break Travel Begins
Universal Action Travel Comments on Spring Break 2010 - February 25, 2010 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Gap Adventures’ Create Your Own Adventure Contest Posts Strong First Week Results
More than 1,000 unique itineraries entered from around the world - February 21, 2010 - G Adventures
City Continues Development of Creative Tourism Initiative
The City of Santa Fe is continuing to work with artists and arts businesses to further develop the organization and promotion of workshops that allow visitors to experience Santa Fe in a hands-on fashion. Collaborations with the hospitality industry are also being explored. This initiative was... - February 12, 2010 - City of Santa Fe Arts Commission
New Regional Tourist Board for Southern France
Four tourist offices in southern France have amalgamated to promote a new region known as “Destination Béziers Mediterranean”: a sun-drenched landscape between the mountains and the sea. - February 11, 2010 - Béziers Mediterranean Tourist Office
Gap Adventures Launches Largest Global Online Contest in Company History
Contest gives adventure-seekers the chance to develop and embark on their dream trip. - February 10, 2010 - G Adventures
Bay of Fundy Joins Olympic Spotlight at Atlantic Canada House
Bay of Fundy Showcases New7Wonders of Nature at the Olympics - February 10, 2010 - Bay of Fundy Tourism
Gap Adventures Teams with Canada Goose to Launch New Polar Adventure Tours
Gap Adventures, the world leader in small group adventure travel, is proud to announce a hot new partnership with cold-weather apparel maker Canada Goose. The adventure pioneers have teamed to create Canada Goose Adventure Tours, providing exploration-loving travellers a unique opportunity to... - January 30, 2010 - G Adventures
Reno Tahoe USA Aims to Bring Travelocity Roaming Gnome™ to Lake Tahoe as Part of the “Cabin Fever: Finding a Cure” Tour
Take part in the contest of Lake Tahoe vs. Utah starting Jan. 27 by friending the Roaming Gnome on Facebook. After weeks of isolation caused by early winter storms, The Travelocity Roaming Gnome is breaking his seclusion, determined to find a cure for cabin fever. Encouraging other travelers to do... - January 29, 2010 - RSCVA & VisitRenoTahoe.com
Gap Adventures Releases 2010 Adventure Travel Brochures
New magazine-style brochures feature 185 new trips to more than 100 countries - January 28, 2010 - G Adventures
Wilderness Wanders Finalists Best Adventure Tour Operator 2009
The Australian newspaper, in association with The Weekend Australian’s Travel & Indulgence section, has announced South Australia's Wilderness Wanders as Best Adventure Tour Operator finalist in the sixth annual Australian Travel & Tourism Awards 2009. These prestigious awards bring together consumers and operators to recognise great Australian travel and tourism products and services. - January 24, 2010 - Wilderness Wanders
Hollywood Celebrity Endorses Bay of Fundy in Global New7Wonders of Nature Contest
James Tupper Supports Bay of Fundy. - January 20, 2010 - Bay of Fundy Tourism
Dig This® Announces Franchise Opportunities
Distinctive heavy equipment play arena business model now available to entrepreneurs - January 08, 2010 - Dig This
Universal Action Travel End of the Year Surprise
Universal Action Travel Now Blogging Away… - December 31, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Christmas and New Year’s Travel News
Universal Action Travel commenting on the 2009 Winter Travel season. - December 30, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Overland Africa Experiences: Gap Adventures Guarantees Them
Gap Adventures guarantees all Africa overland departures through mid-2010, provides travellers with peace of mind. - December 25, 2009 - G Adventures
Gap Adventures Wins 6 Major Awards in Rapid Succession, Closes Out the Year Celebrating with Staff
Adventure tour operator honoured for achievements in travel, business, sustainability. - December 25, 2009 - G Adventures
Gap Adventures Announces Boxing Week Adventure Sale
Adventure tour operator slashes prices by up to 20% on select tours. - December 24, 2009 - G Adventures
Universal Action Travel ~ New Airline Regulations "3 Hour Delay Limit"
Universal Action Travel comments on recent legislature that will affect stranded air travelers in our nations airports. - December 23, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Universal Action Travel Website is Up, Up, and Away
Universal Action Travel Comments On It's Site And Exciting News For 2010 - December 19, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Gap Adventures Appoints New CEOs
Founder Bruce Poon Tip adopts new title, strengthens industry-leading focus on service. - December 17, 2009 - G Adventures
Gap Adventures Launches The Travel Oasis—An Exciting Adventure Travel Blog
A brand new adventure travel blog designed to connect travellers to the company’s dynamic, innovative culture. - December 16, 2009 - G Adventures
Snow Hits Just in Time for Yellowstone Park Winter Opening: Yellowstone Winter Update from West Yellowstone, Montana
Last weekend’s snowstorms exceeded all forecasts by dumping up to 22” of new snow in parts of Yellowstone Park and the surrounding area. These new totals will guarantee a full oversnow Winter opening. The West Entrance to Yellowstone will open at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 for All oversnow vehicles. The plentiful snow will allow all park-authorized snowcoach and snowmobile guided vehicles. - December 15, 2009 - West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce
Universal Action Travel Launches Website
Universal Action Travel comments on their new website and the convenient features it will bring travelers in the 2009 Holiday season. Company representatives announced that as of 7:00AM EST the company's new website was successfully launched. The new website added a company representative feature,... - December 10, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Tourism Fiji Launches "Ultimate Fiji Adventurer" Video Contest
National Tourism Board to Send Couple to Fiji as Part of Video Contest - December 06, 2009 - Tourism Fiji
TimeWise, Inc. Launches New Kitchen Concierge Service
DISH with debbie, a new kitchen concierge service, offers members a hotline for practical cooking advice, simple meal ideas, menu planning, and more. - December 03, 2009 - TimeWise, Inc.
Kick Off the Holidays with the Winter Stroll and West Yellowstone Classic Sled Dog Races in West Yellowstone Montana
Start your Holidays right with a small town Winter festival featuring the "Parade of Lights" and annual tree lighting, downtown merchant stroll, and chance to meet Santa in a winter wonderland. Meet the mushers and sled dogs of the West Yellowstone Classic Sled Dog races on December 11th... - November 26, 2009 - West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce
Win a Girlfriend Getaway to Delaware's Capital Region
Chance to win a trip for 4 girlfriends to Delaware's Capital Region. - November 26, 2009 - Kent County Tourism
Universal Action Travel on Thanksgiving Travel
Universal Action Travel on Thanksgiving Travel and Seasonal Trends. - November 25, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Universal Studios Florida Unveils New Rides Announces Universal Action Travel
Universal Action Travel, Inc. discusses Universal Studios newest rollercoaster attraction. - November 23, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
Explore Yellowstone’s Wintry Wonderland Interior Starting December 15th from West Yellowstone, Montana
The West Yellowstone, Montana entrance to Yellowstone Park will open on December 15th for oversnow travel into Yellowstone Park’s interior this winter. Guided snowcoach and snowmobile tours offer a unique way to visit America’s 1st National Park. More information is available from the West Yellowstone Visitor Center, 406-646-7701. - November 14, 2009 - West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce
Wilderness Wanders Excel in 2009 South Australian Tourism Awards
Recognised as Silver Medallist in the prestigious 2009 South Australian Tourism Awards, Wilderness Wanders Sightseeing and Outdoor Adventure Tours have made an outstanding contribution to the Eyre Peninsula Region with their New Tourism Development. Proprietor and Port Lincoln resident Phil Porter... - November 11, 2009 - Wilderness Wanders
A Sparkling Good Time for All, the City of Yountville Hosts the 21st Annual Festival of Lights
The city of Yountville, California kicks off its 21st Annual Festival of Lights, the largest Christmas event in the Napa Valle, on November 27th. - November 06, 2009 - Yountville Chamber Of Commerce
Talking Timbuktu: At Mali’s Legendary Festival of the Desert, Peace Doesn’t Just Talk, It Sings, Drums and Dances, Too
This press release is about Festival in the Desert held in Timbuktu and its relevance in today's global geopolitical sphere. - November 05, 2009 - Maliba Tours
Gap Adventures Honored for Helping to Transform the Way We Travel
Travel + Leisure Names Gap Adventures a Leader in Voluntourism - October 30, 2009 - G Adventures
HG Travel Will Feature Its Comprehensive Range of Tours and Travel Services in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia with at WTM 2009
HG Travel, Indochina premier Destination Management Company, will be attending this year’s World Travel Market (WTM), which has its debut from 9-12 November 2009 in London, England. Mr. Long Dao Viet, Inbound Sales Manager and Ms. Nguyen Tran Thi Xuan, Regional Sales Manager in Europe will... - October 15, 2009 - HG Travel
HG Travel Launches New 2010 Indochina Small Group Tour Brochure
HG Travel has published its new 2010 Indochina Small Group Tour Brochure. Featuring six Indochina small group programs, the brochure provides comprehensive information on itineraries, departures dates and rates until 31 December 2010. In addition to three Premium programs for upscale travelers,... - October 10, 2009 - HG Travel
Gap Adventures Searching for Coolest Adventure Travel Intern
CEO of Toronto based adventure travel company looking for travel enthusiast to join team. - October 04, 2009 - G Adventures
Lotussia Travel Vietnam Launches Specialist Travel Website About Car Rental
Lotussia Travel has recently launched a new specialist website about car rental, car hire in Vietnam – www.vietnamcarhire.com. www.vietnamcarhire.com offers both travelers and business customers the full spectrum of car rental, airport pickup, car leasing in all major cities of Vietnam. - October 04, 2009 - Lotussia Travel
Gap Adventures Honored as '2009 Tour Operator' at The Conde Nast Traveler World Savers Awards
CEO and Founder Bruce Poon Tip of Gap Adventures, the world’s leading small group adventure tour operator, was honored with the World Savers Award for ‘2009 Winner: Tour Operator' during the third annual Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Congress in New York City today. Since... - September 23, 2009 - G Adventures
New Multisport Adventure Tour Package to the North of Vietnam
Lotussia Travel has just launched a new multisport adventure tour to the Northern area of Vietnam. The 11-day tour packages will include the two most important travel highlights of Vietnam are trekking through colorful local hill tribe villages of Lao Cai province and kayak paddling in the middle... - September 13, 2009 - Lotussia Travel