Archive for the ‘Type Listing’ CategoryThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:43PMThe winner and runner-up in this category have very different visions of what American food is – Memphis is a modern version of regional cuisine, while winner Zane’s offers a little of everything – steaks, seafood, pizza, Italian and original pastas, and a dash of Pacific Rim cooking.
Encinitas allows proposal for Swami’s surf contestThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:22PMThe Encinitas City Council last night decided to open Swami’s Beach for a potential surf contest despite protests from local surfers who said the secluded point break should be kept pristine.
The call of BoholThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:30AMBohol is an emerging Philippine tourist destination. The last couple of years have been kind to the province; more city-dwellers are vacationing there during summer (and beyond) for the tranquility, reinvigorating activities and sheer beauty of the beaches.
Spring break in Miami: Make it fabulousWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 3:28PMSpring break is what you make of it, and in a city like Miami, students remaining on campus sure can make it fabulous. With countless local attractions and swimsuit-friendly dives, your 2010 Miami Spring Break has the potential to be so clothing-optional and SPF-soaked, it will keep you reeling until finals week.
The tales of 2 beach resortsWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 7:26AMDESPITE what you read in newspapers and see in your television sets, Compostela Valley is a haven. As a tourist destination, it blessed with nature’s magnificent work of art. read more
Newest Luxury Property in Turks and Caicos Slashes Summer Rates by 50%Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:13PMhttp://www.myprgenie.com) -- Leeward Resort, an all luxury-suite, beachfront property in the Turks and Caicos Islands, today announced its summer promotion by reducing its rates 30 to 50% for bookings from April 15 through December 15, 2010.
Tasmania by footSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:23PMA hike on this island off Australia highlights wild beauty and dark history.
The gravity of the situationFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:14PMLissa Christopher succumbs to elemental forces on the veranda of a country cottage. Christopher
The happy wanderersFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:00AMA SMALL-GROUP bus trip to the NSW south coast provides plenty of fellowship and fun.
Kristin Leal: A getaway close to homeTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 3:50AMThe central coast of Lucia is a great place to escape into the wealth of the outdoors. A handful of U.S. Forest Service Parks and State Parks are clustered together offering vast opportunities to find plenty of fun. So I jumped in my Jeep and headed out.
Secluded islands a world away from the daily grindFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:10AMHave a hankering for moments of solitude when you feel one with nature, all alone on an uninhabited, beautiful island?
Hotels in Koh Samui, Thailand Turning Into a World Luxury Holidays HotelFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 1:01AMRecently Koh Samui is receiving generous attention from global leaders in the hospitality industry. 2010 is turning into a landmark year for the island with a slew of 5-star hotels scheduling their opening here.
Aruba: Your Vacation Paradise AwaitsThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 3:58PMRarely do golfers dream about finding the sand or water. But rarely do you get the chance to find hazards like this. If you're one of the many who've had to endure the snow and cold this winter, we share your dream of green fairways, fast greens, blue water and white sand.
Panama's Cool ResortsThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 12:28PMDotted with untamed rain forests and endless beaches, Panama not only offers exciting eco-tourism exploration and magical undersea adventures, it delivers diverse culinary experiences and romantic resorts, promising the perfect springboard for your honeymoon.
Planning the perfect spring getawayThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 10:29AMSpring break is just around the corner, and while a fair amount of students head home to the parents, some lucky ones live the spring break dream. So if vacation funds are lacking this spring break, check out the hotspots this year and start saving. Cole deCathelineau, a senior sports management major, is going to Playa del Carmen, Mexico for seven days with his family this spring break.
Wanderlust: Five outdoors experts share their favorite local escapesThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 2:09AMFrom hiking, kayaking and horseback riding to bicycling and gazing at the cosmos, local leaders in these fields talk about the places they most enjoy pursuing their interests.
Charming Irish Holiday Cottages That Won't Break the BankWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:00PMThe largest choice of Irish holiday cottages on the UK market - many at newly-reduced prices - is available in the 2010 programme from http://www.imagineireland.com. There are over 1500 available - so one is bound to be just right.
$12.5 million home hits Laguna marketMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 5:10PMA home overlooking Laguna's Lover's Cove and Woods Cove beaches hit the market priced at $12.5 million. Boasting direct beach access and ocean views, this home has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 3,000-square-feet.
Trip trackerSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:29PMThe three U.S. Virgin Islands offer three very different tropical destinations. From duty free shopping and nightlife on St. Thomas to snorkeling and golf on St. Croix or romantic seclusion on St. John, these exotic destinations are hassle free -- no passport needed.
UK holidays: deals of the dayThursday, February 18, 2010 @ 6:46AMOur pick of the latest deals, discounts and last-minute offers on cottages, hotels and attractions in Britain.
It's Baaaccckkk...!Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 11:08AMWILLEMSTAD, Curaçao----American and Canadian travelers looking for a unique Caribbean experience between Spring and Summer this year will be eligible for a great deal when they chose the island of Curaçao.
Cruise West Reveals 2011/2012 Worldwide Voyages Aboard the Spirit of OceanusTuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 5:00AMCruise West , the world's leading provider of small-ship explorations to the most fascinating destinations on earth, announces its second edition of the Voyages of the Great Explorers in 2011/2012.
14 great places to indulge your passion in Southwest FloridaSunday, February 14, 2010 @ 12:40AMPearly surf slishing over silvery sand, sunset fading in pastel ripples, couples strolling hand in hand, pausing, perhaps, for a watercolor kiss.
Traveller's Guide To: Romantic escapesFriday, February 12, 2010 @ 6:26PMHead for Gatwick tomorrow, having booked your ticket from London Victoria at gatwickexpress.com today. The normally unromantically expensive Gatwick Express has a two-for-one offer on open-return tickets, if you insert LOVE4U into the promotional code box.
Polanski’s Visions of VictimhoodFriday, February 12, 2010 @ 4:52PM“The Ghost Writer” opens this week, and, not for the first time in Roman Polanski’s career, the movie itself is likely to be overshadowed by the man who made it.
Polanski’s Visions of VictimhoodFriday, February 12, 2010 @ 11:23AMRoman Polanski’s films often reverse the roles of tormentor and tormented. His persona looms even over a movie as devoid of autobiographical echoes as “The Ghost Writer.”
Tourism nets US$ 450 mThursday, February 11, 2010 @ 1:46PMThe tourism industry recorded a total turnover of US$ 450 million in 2009 an increase of over 20 percent growth compared to the corresponding year, Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Director General, S. Kalaiselvam told Daily News Business.
Mandarin Oriental Announces An Exclusive Hideaway Resort In The MaldivesWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 3:49AMMandarin Oriental Hotel Group today announced that it has signed a management agreement for an exclusive luxury resort currently under development on a pristine, private island in The Maldives. This exceptional retreat is scheduled to open in the next 12 months.
Celebrities Fish for Philanthropy in Los Cabos, MexicoTuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 8:30AMMLB Star Pitcher Brandon Webb Raises $97,000 for Charity at the third annual Celebrity Offshore Fishing Tournament, hosted by Quivira Los Cabos. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3580554.htm
Celebrities Fish for Philanthropy in Los Cabos, MexicoTuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 6:00AMMLB Star Pitcher Brandon Webb Raises $97,000 for Charity at the third annual Celebrity Offshore Fishing Tournament, hosted by Quivira Los Cabos.
A Paxos Holiday Is The Perfect RetreatTuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 4:50AMIf you like a proper escape when you are on vacation, you should consider a holiday on the Greek island of Paxos. Nowhere is quieter or easier to get around than Paxos
Top 10 hidden beauty spots in IrelandMonday, February 8, 2010 @ 6:06AMWe all know the Ireland of Saints and Scholars, Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Castle, not to mention the Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher. But what about a trip to the hidden Ireland, where few tourists go?
Thai-ASEAN News NetworkSunday, February 7, 2010 @ 10:10PMLocated in a secluded cove at the southern end of Lamai Beach on Koh Samui (‘Samui Island’), Rocky Resort offers boutique luxury villa accommodation in a truly idyllic setting.
Carnival! Curaçao's Biggest Party of the Year Explodes This MonthThursday, February 4, 2010 @ 11:59AMWILLEMSTAD, Curaçao----It’s Carnival! Curaçao’s biggest festival, Carnival, blasts off this month bringing dance, costumes, food and entertainment to the entire island. Carnival events kicked into full gear on February 2nd and builds to a pinnacle with the Grand Carnival Parade or “Gran Marcha” on February 14; the festival concludes with the Grand Farewell Parade on February 16th.
Greece 2010: accommodation guideThursday, February 4, 2010 @ 6:12AMOur guide to finding holiday accommodation in Greece, from luxury hotels to villas and cottages.
Surfin' DahicanWednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 8:41AMIF YOU happen to be in the City of Mati and want to surf, look no further. Just go directly to barangay Dahican. read more
Three-day music fest in Goa under police scannerWednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 4:41AMWith trance music festivals in Goa becoming notorious for sale of drugs during events, the three-day non-stop music festival beginning on Feb 5 near Agonda beach has come under the police radar.
Three-day music festival in Goa under police scannerWednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 4:31AMWith trance music festivals in Goa becoming notorious for sale of drugs during events, the three-day non-stop music festival beginning Feb 5 in a forest area near Agonda beach has come under the police radar.
Three-day music festival in Goa under police scannerWednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 4:15AMPanaji, Feb 3 : With trance music festivals in Goa becoming notorious for sale of drugs during events, the three-day non-stop music festival beginning Feb 5 in a forest area near Agonda beach has come under the police radar.
Impact on economic developmentMonday, February 1, 2010 @ 7:18AMIn a 2006 article on Madagascar's conservation, green development, and environmental mismanagement in Bioscience magazine, author Scott Norris wrote "nature based tourism may offer the greatest promise as a sustainable driver of biodiversity protection."
Citizen launches effort to bring end to private beaches in Bonita SpringsSaturday, January 30, 2010 @ 1:24PMOne woman is fighting for what she calls an injustice perpetrated against Bonita Springs residents for the benefit of a few. Dawn Koncikowski has spoken out against private beaches along Hickory Boulevard that she said have operated illegally since at least 2005.