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  • Two press releases: Girlfriend Getway to Delaware's Capital Region and details on 77th Annual Dover Days Festival, plus calendar of events for Delaware, 2010

    Press Release -- Girlfriend Getaway Sweepstakes 111109.doc

    https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9012215680?profile=original
  • Contact: Sixthman - Becki Carr
    beckicarr@sixthman.net

    VH1 and Sixthman Confirm New Artists For Best Cruise Ever: Cruise Provides Artists Extraordinary Venue for Fan Interaction

    New York, NY – VH1 and Sixthman have confirmed new artists to perform on VH1 Best Cruise Ever, the first-ever official VH1 entertainment cruise set to sail in 2010. This music festival at sea, hosted by 3 Doors Down, will set sail from Tampa, Fla., to Grand Cayman April 15-19, 2010, on the Carnival Inspiration. Artists joining the cruise say that the cruise is a unique opportunity for connecting with their fans in a friendly and communal environment. Tickets for VH1 Best Cruise Ever are now on sale to the general public at www.vh1bestcruiseever.com.

    Among additions to the cruise line up is 7dayBinge, a rock super-group featuring singer/songwriter Jon Nicholson, 3 Doors Down bassist Todd Harrell, Kenny Olson (formerly with Kid Rock), and Shannon Boone on drums. Also on board will be Kentucky crooners Black Stone Cherry, who had a big hit with “Things My Father Said,” as well as rock balladeers Parachute, whose hit single “She Is Love” is blazing up the charts. Rounding out the cast is divine songstress Angel Taylor, whose album Love Travels came out September 22.

    VH1 Best Cruise Ever will feature rock groups Lifehouse and Shinedown, along with friends Finger Eleven, and VH1 “You Oughta Know” artists Carolina Liar and SAFETYSUIT. In addition to seeing these artists perform in a unique and up-close-and-personal setting, guests will enjoy VH1-themed onboard activities, contests and more.

    As a special treat aboard VH1 Best Cruise Ever, fans will see full electric performances by the mega-rock force 3 Doors Down. The quintessential fivesome, hailed as "the thoroughly modern American band" (Billboard Magazine), are looking forward to hitting the high seas.

    While watching non-stop music shows and engaging in exclusive artist interactions, guests can also enjoy all of the amenities and facilities aboard the “Fun Ship” Carnival Inspiration, which last year underwent an extensive multi-million-dollar refurbishment that saw the addition of a water park, adults-only retreat, resort-style pool and numerous other features.

    Cabins for VH1 Best Cruise Ever are currently on sale and start at $799 per person based on double occupancy plus taxes and fees. For more information, go to www.vh1bestcruiseever.com.


  • This month...

    -Art Walk is Back in Season

    -Puerto Vallarta's Beaches Certified Clean

    -Lucky Sweepstakes Winners Visit Puerto Vallarta

    -Other Upcoming Events: Festivals, Sports Tournaments, and Events

    -Spotlight on Festival of Our Lady Guadalupe

    CLICK BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION!

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  • Top 5 Green Honeymoons in the world by BestEcoLodges.com

    A honeymoon seals the first steps of a long journey together and “more and more couples are choosing eco-friendly honeymoons,” agrees Anna Pezik, senior editor at Brides.com. “Couples are uncovering exotic, new, healthy ways to celebrate their nuptials, relax and have fun — while preserving the planet and giving back.”
    Best Eco Lodges www.best-ecologdes.com has rated the top 5 green and eco honeymoons in the world. No matter your travelling style, there is an eco honeymoon for you!

    1. Jungle adventure & eco honeymoon in Belize- The Lodge at Chaa creek in San Ignacio is overlooking the sleepy Macal River in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, the Eco Lodge individually designed thatched cottages reflect an atmosphere of elegance. Miles of forested trails lead to a Natural History Center, Butterfly Farm, Rainforest Medicine Trail, an organic Maya Farm and a full-service Spa.
    Honeymoon special: The Honeymoon package includes: Cottage Accommodations, Breakfast and Dinner, Bottle of Wine, Flowers, Romantic Canoe Trip, Horseback Ride or Mountain Biking, 2 Nature Walks or 1/2 Day Jungle Walk, Natural History Center & Butterfly Farm, Sunset Canoe Trip and Spa Treatments: (Facial mask, Body Wrap, Massage and Manicure & Pedicure) Available Dec 16, '09 to Apr 30, 4 nights: $1,397 per person. More info here.
    2. Secluded eco honeymoon in New Zealand - Voted one of the top 10 luxury lodges in NZ, Magic Cottages at Takou River is a secluded and beautiful riverside retreat set on the banks of the Takou River. Surrounded by 150 acres of certified organic pasture and native bush, five acres of sub-tropical gardens and within earshot of the sea. Stay at the Magic Cottage, a cosy solar powered studio perched on the river bank – the perfect romantic retreat complete with luxurious al fresco claw foot bath overlooking the river
    Honeymoon special: The magic cottage offer 2 special package for honeymooners: the Bed, Bath and Bubbles and Gourmet Organic Retreat – can be combined with our bed, bath & bubbles package, or enjoyed on its own. More info here.

    3. Off the beaten track romantic honeymoon in Jamaica -
    Hotel Mocking Bird Hill, Port Antonio, Jamaica, is a small, luxury, eco-chic, boutique hotel nestled between the majesty of Jamaica's Blue Mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Overlooking the town of Port Antonio, with panoramic views of the Caribbean coast and the Blue Mountains, this hilltop retreat, with only 10 rooms, offers quiet and peaceful surroundings for those seeking a very special and off the beaten track experience. Hotel Mocking Bird Hill in Port Antonio Jamaica is an exquisite eco-boutique hotel in Jamaica’s greenest location affords the luxury of sharing quality ‘new couple’ time that will neither break the bank nor the environment.
    Honeymoon special: Their romantic 5-night ‘Heavenly Honeymoon’ starts at US$1,075 per person and includes: Legendary breakfast on the balcony of your sea view room, Daily pre-dinner cocktails, Daily 4-course dinner with wine in their critically acclaimed ‘Mille Fleurs’ restaurant, romantic journey on a bamboo raft. The hotel also offers a “Happy Marry Tree” Package that includes a handmade gift certificate and two trees, which will be planted in your name by the Jamaica Conservation Development Trust (JCDT). More info here.

    4. Wild Safari & honeymoon in Kenya.
    Campi ya Kanzi means "Camp of the Hidden Treasure" in Kiswahili. The Eco Lodge lies within a 400-square-mile Maasai private land in Southern Kenya, dominated by Mt. Kilimanjaro, just 35 miles away and only has 8 tented cottages. The Maasai are the landlords. Eco Friendly Highlights:
    The Eco Lodge has solar energy and collect rains from the roofs. They run an organic vegetable garden, and they have few chickens and few cows, for an organic production of eggs and milk. Water after use passes trough lava filters to clean it completely before it goes into two ponds for the wildlife. Luca and Antonella have founded the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust to preserve
    the cultural and wildlife heritage of the Maasai. There is an adoption scheme of wildlife, programs concerning conservation and health (50 teachers, 50 game scouts, 6 nurses and 1 doctor are employed at the moment).
    Honeymoon special: Campi Ya Kanzi special discount of 20% on stays happening from now till 26th December. More info here.

    5. Rejuvenating Honeymoon in India - Apani Dhani Ecolodge is located in Nawalgarh, town known for its wall paintings. The lodge has 9 bungalows constructed in the traditional way. Pampas grass is used for thatching the roofs and the walls are made of sun dried clay bricks. All the rooms are decorated with regional handicrafts and feature full bathroom facilities. It is a peaceful location to discover the countryside life of Rajasthan.
    Honeymoon special: a 4 day/ 3 night package: D1. Arrival at Apani Dhani in the afternoon, visit of Nawalgarh. D2. Guided excursion towards several villages of Shekhawati. D3. Workshops with local artisans (tie and dye, bangles making)/ Meeting with a musician of the village for a short concert. D4: Stroll in the surrounding countryside in a camel cart, traditional means of transport, cooking class. Departure after lunch. Price (*): Rs. 6200 per pers. on the basis of a package for 2. (approx. 92 € for an exchange rate of 1€ = 68 Rs)
    Included in the package: accommodation in round bungalow, full board, all activities. Not included: drinks and entries in havelis or museum. More info here.

    For more information, visit www.best-ecologdes.com

    Contact:
    Best Eco lodges

    info@best-ecolodges.com
  • Fifty Years of Five Stars for The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs Mobil/Forbes Awards Five Stars to Historic Resort for 50th Consecutive Year
    11.10.2009 – Colorado Springs, Colo. – Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards (formerly Mobil Five-Star Award by Mobil Travel Guide) announced its list of Five Star winners for 2010 and honored The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado, for a record 50th consecutive year. The Broadmoor is the only property to ever achieve this status. Additionally, the historic resort has the distinction in 2010 of becoming a triple Five Star winner with the addition of both Penrose Room restaurant and The Spa at The Broadmoor.
    Key Facts:
    --The Broadmoor is the longest continuous winner of the Mobil/Forbes Five Star award at 50 years.
    --This is the first Five Star designation for The Broadmoor's famed Penrose Room restaurant, making it the only Colorado establishment to hold both Five Stars and AAA Five Diamonds.
    --The Spa at The Broadmoor is one of only 13 Five Star spas in the U.S.

    Supporting Quotes:
    Stephen Bartolin:President and CEO of The Broadmoor
    --“I would like to offer our thanks for this recognition to the Five Star Award staff and also congratulate them on their affiliation with Forbes. I have the highest regard for the Forbes publications and I know that they will only enhance the significance of our industry’s longest-standing rating system.”

    --“The Five Star designation for The Broadmoor for an unprecedented 50 consecutive years is a phenomenal achievement by our staff and those staff members that preceded them. What an honor it is to work with a group of people that can realize this record of success. I have been here 18 of those years and not a day goes by that our staff doesn’t amaze me in some way. I am so immensely proud of them. Having our Penrose Room restaurant and our Spa also receiving a Five Star rating absolutely knocks it out of the park.”

    Resources:
    --For more information about the Forbes Travel Guide Awards go to http://www.forbestravelguide.com/
    --The Broadmoor website is http://www.broadmoor.com/
    --Follow The Broadmoor on Twitter @thebroadmoor, and on Facebook

    About The Broadmoor:
    The Broadmoor opened its illustrious doors in 1918. The venerable resort boasts 744 rooms and suites including 44 cottage bedrooms; 185,000 square feet of flexible event space; a world class spa; three championship golf courses; a tennis club; 25 retail shops; 18 on property eateries, restaurants and lounges; a full children's program, and more. The BROADMOOR is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

    About Penrose Room:
    Penrose Room, Colorado’s only Forbes Travel Guide Five Star/AAA Five-Diamond Restaurant, is the most celebrated restaurant in Colorado history. Since 1961, Penrose Room has been cherished as one of the Rocky Mountain region’s top destinations for classic fine dining with an extensive European wine list and live entertainment and dancing in a stylish atmosphere. Under the direction of Chef Bertrand Bouquin and manager Duane Thompson, the dining room, menu, service and the amenities are as well-rooted in classic hospitality and charm as they are in contemporary vitality.

    About The Spa at The Broadmoor:
    Created by Resort Master Design™ specialist TAG Galyean, this 43,000 square foot spa, salon and fitness center features luxurious, exotic and essential experiences for the body, mind and spirit. The Spa offers cutting-edge products and treatments in a delightful and harmonious contrast to its backdrop of old-world charm and European elegance.

    RELEASE -FINAL - 5 Stars.doc

  • COURTHOUSE DOUBLETREE BY HILTON SPARKLES WITH LALIQUE THIS CHRISTMAS

    London, England, October 13, 2009; Adding a little more sparkle to the festive season this year, the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton has launched two fantastic ‘Christmas with Lalique’ packages including hotel accommodation and gifts from the famous French crystal house, ideal as a surprise treat for friends and loved ones.
    “We always strive to offer our guests added-value which is new and exciting, especially over the festive season when packages such as ‘Christmas with Lalique’ present an enticingly convenient answer to gift buying, all tied in with a fun short break in one of the more vibrant areas of London. The Christmas lights will be on and the atmosphere will be magical in and around the hotel, which is a great base from which to explore some of the most famous shopping streets in the world,” said Raphael Herzog, General Manager of the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton.
    The perfect solution for last minute present panic, ‘Christmas with Lalique I’ from £330.00 including VAT, includes overnight accommodation in a queen or twin room with full English breakfast for two and a gift bag containing two luxurious Lalique treasures from a choice of scented home candles, Lalique men’s or women’s fragrance and the signature crystal fish, which will be placed in the room upon arrival. In addition, guests will be treated to a private viewing of the Lalique showroom, accompanied by a glass of Champagne and Lalique goody bag. Pre-selection of gifts is made at the time of booking and a £100 non-refundable cancellation fee applies.
    For those with very discerning tastes, ‘Christmas with Lalique II’, from £657.50 including VAT, offers the ultimate short break and personal shopping experience during London’s glittering festive season. Guests will stay overnight in a queen or twin room and enjoy a full English breakfast, before setting off with a £500 voucher for the stunning Lalique showroom, where a private hosted viewing and shopping experience awaits, along with a glass of Champagne and Lalique goody bag.
    Warming guests up with some welcoming yuletide favourites, both packages include Christmas pudding and fruit mince pies along with the usual in-room amenities. Christmas with Lalique packages are available from December 11, 2009 and are subject to availability, early bookings are advised.
    -Ends-

    For more information about the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton, please visit our website at www.courthouse-hotel.com or go to www.doubletree.com
    For press inquiries please contact:
    Sarah Harris
    PR and Communications Manager
    Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton
    sarah.harris@courthouse-hotel.com
    Direct line: +44 (0)207 297 5558
    Main line: +44 (0) 207 297 5555
    Fax: +44 (0)207 297 5599
  • Press release:

    Well-priced Winter Vacation Packages on Austrian Airlines Start at $799
    from New York or Washington, DC - "City Steals" to Vienna, Prague or Budapest Include Air, Three Nights Hotel
    Valid for travel until March 25, 2010.

    PR 2009.10 Winter City Steals 10.6.09.pdf

    https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9012211089?profile=original
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    Zapotec Weaving Demonstration in Taos, New Mexico
    Hi All,

    Attached is a press release for the event
    Also, here's a link to basically the same info online.

    Florentino PR.doc

  • FYI - we also handle PR for Austrian Airlines Vacation Center - check out their creative and cost-efficient vacation packages on www.austrianair-vacations.com. Today, we highlight Awesome Austria - combining RT air from JFK or IAD, 3 nights each in Innsbruck, Salzburg and Vienna, 1st class rail and daily breakfast - @ $1,699 ppdo.

    PR 2009.10 Austrian Airlines Awesome Austria 9.11.09.pdf

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  • Finnair Celebrates 10 Years in oneworld Airline Alliance - check out special 10% discounts on oneworld alliance fares for a period of 10 weeks prior to November 3rd.

    Finnair Celebrates 10 Years of oneworld Membership - 9.10.09.pdf

    https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9012208667?profile=original
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