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Tripatini and ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents) are conducting our 3rd annual TRAVEL BLOGGER SHOW as part of ASTA's big annual THETRADESHOW, being held this year in Los Angeles September 7-9. Contracts are still being finalized for the speakers, but as in the past (Christopher Elliott, Grant Martin, Matt Kepnes, Kim Mance, George Hobica, Beth Whitman, Jeanne Barone) they include some of the best-known names in travel blogging and other travel new media. Attendees include bloggers both established and beginning, as well as trade attendees looking to get into blogging or step up their games. We also hold a fun mixer the first night; provide local tours and show tickets; and give out loads of prizes.
Check out this testimonial, from Vickie Griggs of Comphoppers.com:
"I attended the Travel Blogger Show in Las Vegas. It was not only informative it was profitable. I loved visiting the Mob Museum prior to its opening, enjoyed the patio reception at the Tropicana and especially found the gathering and tour of the Platinum Hotel productive and profitable. We won a two night stay at the Broadmoor in Colorado!
And during the Tropicana reception I meet the owner of a New Orleans B&B who offered us two complimentary nights near the French Quarter. Then just a few weeks ago I ran into several bloggers I had meet during the Las Vegas show in Colorado. Of, course there were also those blog link exchanges and content opportunities.
Also, the fact it is held in conjunction with the ASTA travel industry show added opportunities to learn more about travel destinations, tour companies and the travel industry.
I highly recommend this event."
We are seeking sponsorships and prize donations for this years TBS; in the past, many public relations/marketing/hospitality professionals have been pleased with the results of their participation, and we know you will be, too. We promote participating destinations, properties, tour operators, and other products directly with hundreds of participants as well as pre-event publicity not just to the 1,500+ media members of Tripatini and tens of thousands of readers in 120+ countries, but also an even wider audience via press releases, social media, and sponsoring media outlets (which last year, for example, included Gadling.com).
More information: http://www.thetradeshow.org/thetravelbloggershow.cfm. For sponsorship/prize donation details, please email david@tripatini.net.
Thanks, we greatly look forward to working with you!
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Press Release: Dazzling US Dollar Rates At The Athenaeum -- It makes Cent$!
With London abuzz in activities this year – including The World Shakespeare Festival, Buckingham Palace tours and the numerous exhibits at the V&A -- it’s a great time to visit one of the world’s most fascinating cities. And The athenaeum’s re-vamped US dollar rates makes it easier and more economical than ever to enjoy London in five-star luxury at reasonable prices. In addition, the hotel has included a number of value-added extras to make a sweet deal even sweeter.
From August 14th thru December 31st, guests can experience The athenaeum for as little as $579 per night in a deluxe guestroom, $679 per night for a Park view room, and $999 per night for a Green Park Suite or one-bedroom apartment. The hotel is also offering a second room in the same category for 50% off. So, a second deluxe room would run $290, a Park view Room $340 and a Green Park Suite or apartment $499 respectively. Many interconnecting rooms are available, making this a perfect deal for traveling families.
This offer also includes full English breakfast, all drinks and snacks from the mini-bar, free Wi-Fi and tax (at the prevailing rate of 20%). Kids 12 and under eat free when dining with an adult.
And there’s more! Book three nights and the hotel will throw in a one-way car transfer from Heathrow or Gatwick Airport. Book five nights and you’ll receive a complimentary round-trip car transfer.
The hotel’s expert concierge staff is always happy to help organize your itinerary. There’s even y a dedicated children’s concierge for the little ones.
The athenaeum, London
Located in fashionable Mayfair, just steps from Buckingham Palace and the best shopping in London, The athenaeum is a family-owned and family-friendly five-star hotel known for its exterior vertical garden wall and the Apartments at The athenaeum. Recently redecorated and redesigned, the 18 one-bedroom apartments are ideal for business travelers and families, offering overnight and long-term guests the space, convenience and privacy of their own home along with all the five-star amenities of the hotel. The athenaeum also features the new athenaeum Spa; the Restaurant; the Garden Room, home to an award-winning afternoon tea; and the Whisky Bar, which offers the most extensive selection of whiskies in London and a full-time whisky sommelier. Other hotel highlights include complimentary Wi-Fi, babysitting, minibar snacks and meals for children. www.athenaeumhotel.com or info@athenaeumhotel.com ,116 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 7BJ. The toll free reservation number is 1-800-335-3300. Travel professionals may book via GDS (chain code YX).
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My latest article to get published is this story on Hornitos, California today in Vagabundo Magazine. I'd appreciate it if you'd give it a look and share. Thanks!
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A tripatini member has just gotten a new position, for which she'll be filming shorts about hotels. She's looking for some public relations representatives with whom she can arrange coverage. You can see her inquiry here: http://www.tripatini.com/forum/topics/i-need-hotel-pr-contacts-for-...
Executive Chef Brian Puett of Metate Room, Mesa Verde, CO., Presented with IFWTWA’s Culinary Excellence Award http://food-wine-travel-writing-gear.com/?p=201
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