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Meet the Owner: Marc Lindskog – Casa de Mita (Punta de Mita)

Posted by Sylvie Laitre on November 25, 2009 at 8:00pm

Q. Profession (previous or additional to hotelier):A. Architect, General Contractor and Professional DreamerQ. A Favorite quote:A. ”So much have my eyes gazed on beauty that my vision is alive with it …”Q. Origins:A. Originally from the southern part of the US (South Carolina and Georgia) but most of my professional life was spent in the Pacific Northwest (Portland and Seattle) as well as Colorado.Q. How would you define a boutique hotel?A. A boutique hotel should be the interpretation of ”hospi
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A Dispatch From "Oasis of the Seas," the World's Biggest Cruise Ship

Posted by David Paul Appell on November 23, 2009 at 10:30pm

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by Marcia R. Levin

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Words almost fail. I’ve been covering the cruise industry for many years, but I can tell you right now that experiencing the beauty, sophisticated design, and of course sheer size of Royal Caribbean’s newest, largest and definitely most impressive cruise ship will forever be one of my bigger “wow” travel moments.

Yesterday I got off a two-day introductory cruise on the Oasis of the Seas, blown away not just by bells and whistles not long ago undreamed of, but also impr

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Does The Desk Make The Concierge?

Posted by Sylvie Laitre on November 23, 2009 at 2:00pm
A little less than a year ago, Rocio Martinez Quintal—the Mexico Boutique Hotels’ concierge—lost her hard-earned Clefs d’Ors (Golden Keys) because her job description no longer fit the traditional association’s definition of what it means to be a concierge.She was told that because she does not actually sit at a desk inside a hotel and face travelers, she is not a true concierge. This was a blow to Rocio: she had spent two years preparing for this prestigious recognition and felt she had not cha
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Win a set of Michelin guides from TheCityTraveler

Posted by Robert DiGiacomo on November 21, 2009 at 11:49pm

TheCityTraveler is running a new giveaway tied to our New York Rocks piece about the Big Apple annex of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.Anyone who posts a comment about the article or about why New York is special, is eligible to receive a package ofNYC Michelin guidebooks and maps, valued at $60.The most creative entry, as determined by the editors, will win the package.The deadline to enter is Nov. 30.
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It's in the Details: Villa Ganz, Guadalajara

Posted by Sylvie Laitre on November 21, 2009 at 8:59pm
I always love hearing about how hotels impress their clients and oftentimes its with something very simple. I'm posting a photo that a guest took the time to MAIL me (as in regular post..with a stamp!) from the US. On the back of the photo he wrote:Just asked for a Tonic and this is what I received

Congratulations to the dedicated team at Villa Ganz!
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Friendly Planet Travel Unveils Six Lion-Sized Deals to Africa

Posted by Peggy Goldman on November 19, 2009 at 6:25pm
JENKINTOWN, Pa.—November 19, 2009—Friendly Planet Travel has just made all of Africa’s splendors affordable for vacationers in six incredible packages that are as expansive as the continent itself, starting at just $1,699. The deals are:• Discover Morocco – Eight days for $1,899. One of Africa’s most popular travel destinations, Morocco is a dazzling mosaic of Arab and Berber cultures, with a dash of African and European influence thrown in for good measure.• Kenya Wildlife Safari – Ten days for
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More Bangkok for Your Buck: See Borneo and Bangkok with Friendly Planet

Posted by Peggy Goldman on November 17, 2009 at 5:50pm
Exotic Borneo and Bangkok Tour Includes 11 Days Through Malaysian Borneo’s Awe-Inspiring Rainforests and Bangkok, Thailand’s Most Exciting CityJENKINTOWN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southeast Asia’s dazzling rainforests, dynamic cities, and exotic culture has made it an alluring destination for travelers from around the globe. And when combining sites within this vast region, most western travelers have found the distance has made it too expensive for the average vacationer. Now, Friendly Planet Trav
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London Calling, With Turkey Day in a Glass

Posted by David Paul Appell on November 16, 2009 at 9:00pm

I rediscovered just last week how lousy with Yanks is Britain's capital; at a Chinese joint in Earl's Court (a nabe of particularly high infestation) called Dragon's Palace, I felt like getting up and shouting, "OK, is anyone here not from the States?" No matter -- especially post-Bush, the Brits seem to fancy us over there more than ever, and a few establishments like St. James' venerable Stafford Hotel, just a hop and a skip from Picadilly Circus -- have quite the history with Americans, dat
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MSC Poesia

Posted by Marcia Raffel Levin on November 15, 2009 at 11:00pm
MSC Poesia just completed its first Caribbean cruise from Port Everglades. The family-owned Italian cruise line -- officially called Mediterranean Shipping Co.and one of the world's largest container firms -- has 10 ships in in its fleet and this one, only about 18 months old, is a great mix of Italian cutting edge design and old world European-style gracious hospitality.Poesa is offering wonderful rates and a series of five and 10-day sailings before returning to Europe in late April.The ship h
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Tripatini Does World Travel Market in London

Posted by David Paul Appell on November 14, 2009 at 3:00am
We're pleased to report our team had a very successful 30th annual World Travel Market this week, meeting with lots of current and prospective members and cementing partnerships that you'll see come to fruition on the site soon. The show, held an hour's Tube ride from central London in the Docklands' massive ExCeL complex, was the usual crowded, 4,000-ring circus (unlike last weekend's more consumer-oriented Condé Nast Luxury Travel Fair, which we also attended), and whether it's reality-based o
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E-Tourism Africa Summit 2009

Posted by Johan Knols on November 12, 2009 at 4:28pm
PlanYourSafari.com received an invite recently to give a lecture on blogging and what blogging could mean for the tourism and safari industry in Africa.Of course I am very honored with this invitation and it would be nice to see some of you there. The summit is on the 1st and 2nd of December 2009 in Johannesburg.To get an idea about the summit you can watch this video that was made last year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9OSNeUbF6gWebsite: http://www.e-tourismafrica.com/eta/events/etourismafr
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Jalisco - Tapalpa, Mexicans' Mountain getaway

Posted by Judy Wells on November 10, 2009 at 10:00pm

Continuing my series of posts about travel through the state of Jalisco in Mexico for anyone who prefers their traveling with less strenuous walking and fewer stairs.Previous posts on Tonala and Tlaquepaque, Hacienda el Carmen and Guadalajara. You can find all in www.travelonthelevel.blogspot.com.I welcome your input.

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Friendly Planet’s 11-day Incredible Argentina Tour that’s Simply … Incredible

Posted by Peggy Goldman on November 9, 2009 at 11:38pm
Argentina is known as a wonderland of beauty, tango, food, wine, and (of course) soccer. Once an exotic playground for backpackers, adventure seekers, and high-rolling wine connoisseurs, Argentina seemed out of limits for the average traveler. But now, thanks to Friendly Planet Travel, more vacationers than ever before can experience one of South America’s most resplendent countries. The company’s 11-day Incredible Argentina tour for $1,599 includes all the majesty of Argentina’s natural attract
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Access Rwanda Safaris en Aisha Primate Safaris joined forces on Mountain Gorilla trekking and other safaris.

Posted by Evert Jakobs on November 6, 2009 at 3:35pm
Since the 1th of September 2009 Aisha Primate Safaris was taken over by Access Rwanda Safaris.already for some time ARS was looking for a good partner to improve quality of their service even further.The most suited company in our eyes was Aisha Primate Safaris.Ars will be in the lead after the two companies have joined their forces.For the time being the web site will stay under the name Aisha Primate Safaris. The main reason for this is not to loose the customer base, who used to travel with A
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Maldives - the cheapest way to Maldives resorts.

Posted by Maldives on November 6, 2009 at 12:55pm

Lets Go Maldives Pvt. Ltd launches summer offers to Maldives.Male’, Maldives, November 06, 2009 - Lets Go Maldives Pvt Ltd has launched an unbelievable special rates promotional package that offers travelers to visit and enjoy the world’s most exotic, beautiful and unique travel – The Maldives at amazingly low prices. This offer, according to them is “something everyone can afford”.As one of the most reputable and successful companies at present in Maldives, Lets Go Maldives takes pride in being
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Christmas at the Oriental fairy tale

Posted by Central Asia Travel on November 4, 2009 at 9:33am
Who can mention the names of Samarkand, Bukhara or Khiva without conjuring up images of the romance and intrigue of the Great Game, of skull caps and silk sashes, of fabulously coloured mosaic domes and minarets, or of a freshly arrived caravan train of traders… We invite you on this journey, which preserves the tradition of Christmas whilst experiencing the beauty and majesty of wintery Uzbekistan. We walk amongst the snow-covered domes of the minarets, visit the magnificent madrassahs and spen
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Tailor made luxury holidays, resort travel and beach weddings

Posted by Carl Littlechild on October 30, 2009 at 6:43am
Just Luxury Travel is your best source for Tailor made luxury holidays and resorts travel. Spend your holidays in luxury discount hotels and resorts to enjoy your beach weddings.To find out more, visit http://www.justluxurytravel.comOr for latest updates, visit our official blog at: http://justluxurytravel.wordpress.com
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Friendly Planet’s 15-day Borneo Adventure Won’t Cannibalize Your Wallet

Posted by Peggy Goldman on October 29, 2009 at 4:59pm
Borneo used to be best known for its wild tribes of cannibals, but today it’s known as the Malaysian island of paradise. And now, the only thing wild about it is Friendly Planet Travel’s wild price of $2,899 for 15 days of touring—airfare included—putting Borneo back on the lips of savvy travelers everywhere. The company’s Borneo Adventure package takes travelers on a journey through Borneo’s breath-taking rain forests and culturally dynamic cities and villages. Take a guided canopy walk hundred
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