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Read the new London Vacation Rental Market Report published by New York Habitat

2011-12-28T21:15:00.000-08:00

Read the new London Vacation Rental Market Report published by New York Habitat

New York Habitat, an international real estate agency specializing in furnished apartment rentals, presents the inaugural edition of its London Vacation Rental Market Report. The report details the Vacation Rental Market from 2006 to 2008 based on New York Habitat's completed bookings and looks ahead to expectations for 2009.

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 9, 2009

New York Habitat (http://www. nyhabitat. com) proudly announces the launch of London Vacation Renal Market Report. The report has been designed to share information about the Vacation Rental Market that is useful to apartment owners, people looking for vacation rentals in London and others parties interested in the London real estate market. The full report can be viewed on the London Furnished Apartment Market Reports website. (http://www. nyhabitat. com/london-furnished-apartment-market-reports. html)

The report talks about the significant changes within the London housing market between 2006 and 2008. Some major issues in the macro real estate market include:

The global economic downturn
The slow down of the sales market for housing in London
The declining prices of apartment rentals in London

In the London Vacation Rental Market (http://www. nyhabitat. com/london-apartment/vacation), the report finds:

A decline in pricing of vacation rentals as renters look for less expensive options
A continued growth in the number of completed rentals in London
Declining lengths of stay as people look to have less expensive trips.

The report uses a mix of graphs, charts and tables to portray a picture of the past and current markets. Provided here is a sample graph that details the average price of vacation rentals based on apartment type. More graphs can be found within the report including:

Average lengths of stay
Percentage of apartments rented by type
Percentage of apartments rented by neighborhood
Price ranges by apartment type
Size of accommodations rented

New York Habitat has created a London Furnished Apartment Rental Market Reports webpage (http://www. nyhabitat. com/london-furnished-apartment-market-reports. html), where this and future reports will be available. Since the company began offering rentals in London, in 2002, it has collected data about the market and will continue to assemble and analyze this information in future reports. The next London Vacation Rental Market Report will be released in the summer of 2009 and will contain data about the 1st half of 2009 rentals. The long-term goal is for this report to be an informative guide for owners who decide to lease, and vacationers and other renters who are looking for housing options during their stay in London.

Charles Rearden, London Agency Manager, says, "2008 was a difficult time for corporate travel but the vacation rental accommodation market for London remained steady despite, or perhaps because of, the economic downturn. Fluctuating exchange rates certainly affected the leisure industry but certain areas were able to capitalize on this." He goes on to say that "2009 could see a strong start to the year with a low British Pound but the key question is whether the ongoing global recession will dictate the pattern of travel or whether we might start to see a resurgence in corporate relocation.

Established in 1989, New York Habitat is a fully licensed residential real estate agency, specializing in furnished apartment rentals in New York, Paris, London and the South of France. With the help of our multilingual and multinational agents, apartments can be selected from a worldwide inventory of over 12,000 carefully chosen properties, including over 800 London Apartments (http://www. nyhabitat. com/london-apartment. html), that are available from three days up to one year or more.

We invite you to contact New York Habitat for more information about the London Vacation Rental market report and for any other services you may require (listing your apartment, corporate housing, student housing, and/or renting in any of our destinations). For the latest London market news and to learn more about New York Habitat-related topics, please visit New York Habitat's blog (http://www. nyhabitat. com/blog/).

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Aspiring Tour Guides Don't Have To Travel Far To Gain Skills For Top-Paying Careers With The 'Get Paid To Travel' Online Class

2011-12-27T02:43:00.000-08:00

Aspiring Tour Guides Don't Have To Travel Far To Gain Skills For Top-Paying Careers With The 'Get Paid To Travel' Online Class

Booming tourism around the world demands more highly-trained tour guides and tour directors than ever before. A unique online class called "Get Paid to Travel" gives hundreds of colleges in the United States and Canada an affordable skill-building class to offer students who wish to pursue a travel guide career.

Lake Forest, CA (PRWEB) November 4, 2007

Tourism accounts for a majority of travel around the world each year. According to the World Tourism Organization (WTO), about 52 percent, or around 395 million people, traveled for the purpose of leisure and recreation in 2004. Consequently, the career opportunity for aspiring tour guides, tour directors and cruise hosts has grown tremendously.

"Get Paid to Travel" is being offered online at more than 1200 colleges in the United States and Canada. The class gives students an opportunity to train as tour directors and guides for local, domestic and international tours. Students can easily take the class online from a computer without interfering with their other college studies.

The course was developed by Cherie Anderson, owner of Professional Tour Management Training and author of the "Tour Director Training Guide." Anderson has been working in the travel industry leading tours and cruises around the world since 1984. She began introducing her tour management training to colleges in Southern California in 1993, and now many of her past students are leading tours around the world.

Anderson realized the need for an extensive training course that is not only convenient for everyone, but also covers the skills needed for a variety of tourism careers. She feels there are vast differences among travel careers that many people misunderstand and a targeted training course for tour guides, directors and hosts was long overdue.

"The skills are very different for travel agents and tour directors. For example, a tour director needs special skills to work with tour groups. The director must also understand tour group procedures and how to work with local suppliers, tour operators, tour guides, and assist with challenges and emergencies wherever they travel. On the other hand, the travel agent makes appointments from an office and arranges reservations. The two careers are entirely different, so the skills required are different as well," states Anderson.

"Get Paid to Travel" targets a wide audience of students that are interested in a travel career. Whether they want to become a local tour guide or work abroad, students gain the skills needed to enter their field of choice. Some might prefer to travel around the world and direct a variety of tours from week to week, including African safaris, cruises, European tours, etc.

Though very affordable, Anderson's online class helps students gain the required skills to land a well-paying travel job with a potentially bright future for those who work hard and are dedicated to
Their career. The average income for an experienced international or domestic tour director is $250 to $400 per day, including salary, tips and commissions.

Students that have already enrolled in the class were amazed at the detailed training provided. As one student acclaims, "Cherie Anderson's course 'Get Paid to Travel' far exceeded my expectations. It was very in-depth and concise. This has been one of the most exciting, educational, and rewarding classes I've taken in the last five years in my pursuit of my B. A. of Geography with a Travel/Tourism concentration. Cherie is an open and honest person, a quality that seems hard to find these days. Thank You Cherie!"

Anderson says, "'Get Paid to Travel' inspires students that are interested in a travel career to pursue what they love doing most while equipping them with the knowledge they need to become a great tour guide or director."

More information is available at the Web address below:

Http://www. tourtraining. com/ (http://www. tourtraining. com/)

For an interview or more information, please contact Cherie Anderson
By phone or by email.

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International Travelers to Israel, Lebanon & other Hot Spots face Difficulties Obtaining Life Insurance

2011-12-22T08:00:00.000-08:00

International Travelers to Israel, Lebanon & other Hot Spots face Difficulties Obtaining Life Insurance

If your destination is listed on the State Department’s Current Travel Warnings List, you more than likely will not be able to purchase new life insurance.

Mission Viejo, CA (PRWEB) August 14, 2006

For travelers to Lebanon, Israel and other destinations in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, obtaining new life insurance can be practically impossible. The Federal Government publishes a list of countries that it recommends U. S. citizens avoid due to crime, health conditions, war, terrorism and political instability. This list can be found on the web at:

Http://travel. state. gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html (http://travel. state. gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html) and it turns out insurance companies are avid readers of this information, using it to approve or deny new policies based on where the applicants travel plans are taking them.

Mr. Sy Alter, President of Spectrum Direct Insurance Services, Inc. and www. SpectrumDirect. com recently commented that “Insurance companies judge their risk for insuring everyone based on where they live and even where they travel.” This has serious consequences for a world traveler or traveling business person who must visit a country that shows up on the Current Travel Warnings List. “If you are trying to get insurance coverage and disclose that you will be traveling to hot spots on the Travel Warnings list, you’re likely to get turned down” notes Alter. “It’s a risk the insurer doesn’t want to take.” Mr. Alter ought to know, his www. SpectrumDirect. com site features over 20 insurance companies’ pricing and quotes. “Even with our vast resources we must advise travelers going to global hot spots to postpone their insurance applications until after their return.”

When an insurance company questions an application due to travel destinations, the likelihood of approval diminishes. In order to protect the traveler and obtain the needed coverage, Mr. Alter has a few ideas,” First, is this trip really necessary? If you must travel to Israel, Lebanon or the other countries listed by the State Department don’t expect to get approved. Second, postpone applying until your trip is over – and even then the insurer will likely have questions regarding your trip and the possibility of returning to this destination.”

For additional information on the American Life Direct Affiliate program, please contact Shawn Schaefer or visit www. AmericanLifeDirect. com.

About Spectrum Direct:

Spectrum Direct is a life insurance sales and marketing organization, licensed in all 50 states, whose products are entirely internet-based and designed to enable the purchase and management of policies online.

Contacts:

Shawn Schaefer, Marketing Manager

949-600-7904

Www. AmericanLifeDirect. com

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Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel Names Farid Mellah Director of Operations

2011-12-21T18:34:00.000-08:00

Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel Names Farid Mellah Director of Operations

Farid Mellah knows his business. With more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and an education that spans the globe, Mellah brings an international perspective to the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel as its new Director of Operations.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) October 6, 2007

In his new position, Mellah oversees the daily operations of the hotel, including Opus, its fine dining, downtown Pittsburgh restaurant, The Bridge Bar, and Prelude Wine Bar.

A native of Casablanca, Morocco, Mellah speaks Arabic, English, French, and Spanish. He attended the International Hotel School of Glion, Switzerland and the Hotel School of Service in Tunis, Tunisia. He holds a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management.

"We're happy to welcome Farid to the Renaissance Pittsburgh, PA Hotel. His vast expertise and multicultural experience make him an ideal addition to our executive team," says Barbara McMahon, General Manager.

Before coming to Pittsburgh, Mellah held posts at Wyndham Palm Springs, San Diego Mission Valley Marriott, Long Beach Airport Marriott, Inter-Continental Hotel of San Diego, Del Mar Country Club of Rancho Santa Fe, Wyndham Bermuda Resort & Spa, Omni Berkshire Place in New York City, Omni Westside in Houston, Texas, and Hotel Prince de Galles in Paris, France. His work has earned accolades, including Marriott Food and Beverage Director of the Year in 1990.

The 300-room Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel is located in the restored 100-year-old Fulton Building, a downtown Pittsburgh landmark. Located at 107 Sixth St., the hotel offers exceptional city and river views in most of the Pittsburgh hotel suites as well as extraordinary dining convenient to the Cultural District. While Opus is known for its American infusion cuisine and their exceptional Pittsburgh Sunday brunch, The Bridge and Prelude Bars both feature nightly signature cocktails and light fare.

When visiting the City of Bridges, make the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel your first choice for accommodations and see for yourself the exemplary job that Farid Mellah and his team are doing to produce an extraordinary luxury hotel experience for guests.

About the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel:
Welcome to the architecturally stunning Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, where heritage and adventure blend into a magnificent landmark. Housed in the classic Fulton Building, this Pittsburgh luxury hotel was masterfully restored, exuding the timeless elegance of old-world charm, while providing the personal service designed for modern contentment. Surrounded by five world-renowned theaters in the heart of the Cultural District, this hotel in downtown Pittsburgh is near the excitement of Heinz Field, PNC Park, and Mellon Arena, as well as the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. A stylish choice among boutique hotels in Pittsburgh, PA, the Renaissance offers lavish guest rooms that combine the luxuries of yesterday with the conveniences of tomorrow. Stir the body and stimulate the senses at Opus, featuring American Fusion cuisine complemented by an award-winning wine list. Discover the only four-star downtown Pittsburgh hotel, where culture and comfort co-exist at the legendary Renaissance Pittsburgh, PA Hotel.

For more information or to make a reservation, call (800) 468-3571, or visit http://marriott. com/hotels/travel/pitbr-renaissance-pittsburgh-hotel/ (http://marriott. com/hotels/travel/pitbr-renaissance-pittsburgh-hotel/).

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NQueue Billback to Showcase Information Accountability at ILTA's Annual Conference

2011-12-21T12:02:00.000-08:00

NQueue Billback to Showcase Information Accountability at ILTA's Annual Conference

"iA" Designed to Improve Efficiency, Profitability for Law Firms

Tempe, Ariz. (PRWEB) August 17, 2009

nQueue Billback LLC announced today that it will be featuring its iA (Information Accountability) product suite at the International Legal Technology Association's Annual Educational Conference on August 24-27, 2009. iA is designed to help law firms capture, process and understand expense data and act on that understanding to improve efficiency and profitability.

"Our products, of course, help our clients capture all expense information and recover those costs, including many transactions that do not typically take place at a multi-function device," said John Gilbert, Vice President Sales and Marketing at nQueue Billback. "iA, more importantly, is designed to provide data our clients can use to better understand their operations and make better decisions." nQueue Billback's four pillars of value are "Cost Recovery;" "Expense Management" to help a firm trim its own costs; "Workflow" to increase firm efficiency and productivity; and "Business Intelligence" to improve profitability and overall decision making.

IA is a product of the recent merger between nQueue and Billback and is the result of combining the best elements of each one's technology. nQueue Billback offers world-class technology that can be embedded directly into multi-function devices or reside on tablet computers or terminals. "nQueue and Billback each built excellent development teams, and the combination provides our clients with the easiest to use, most flexible and most complete product on the market," said Rick Hellers, nQueue Billback's President and CEO.

"We are especially pleased to be exhibiting at ILTA," added Hellers. Even prior to the merger, both nQueue and Billback were longtime supporters of ILTA, and Hellers was a founding member of the organization, which for more than 30 years has been the world's leading peer networking organization in support of legal technology.

For more information, please visit booth 626 at ILTA's Annual Educational Conference or www. nQBillback. com.

About nQueue Billback
NQueue Billback LLC provides software-based information accountability solutions to more than 35% of the largest 250 law firms in the United States, and 5 of the Top 10 globally. The company assists firms by enhancing the automation and processing of any operational and administrative expenses, including print, copy, scan, phone, fax, travel, court fees, research, overnight, courier costs, credit card charges and more on an extremely powerful platform. nQueue Billback's software offererings, branded iA for Information Accountability, can be embedded directly into multi-function devices or reside on tablet computers or terminals to provide clients with the knowledge required to run their businesses more profitably. To learn more about nQueue Billback and iA, please visit www. nQBillback. com.

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East-European Communication Services Installs Indosoft Q-Suite 5.0 Call Center Software

2011-12-21T11:51:00.000-08:00

East-European Communication Services Installs Indosoft Q-Suite 5.0 Call Center Software

Indosoft's Next-Generation Contact Center Technology Platform Propels Expansion of East-European Communications Services.

Fredericton, NB (PRWEB) October 21, 2010

East-European Communications Services, a provider of telecom services since 1995, announces the successful upgrade of its contact center technology platform with the deployment of Q-Suite 5.0, a leading call center software for Asterisk. By deploying Q-Suite 5.0 with its powerful ACD and Predictive Dialer, East-European Communications Services is enhancing the functionality of its contact center in order to improve service offerings, increase productivity and lower operating costs.

In addition to its advanced call center ACD with skills-based routing and efficient self-pacing Predictive Dialer, Q-Suite 5.0 offers an industry leading multi-language Script Builder for developing agent-customer interaction scripts. This upgrade permits East-European Communications Services to easily collect and analyze real-time and historical call data, develop the dynamic scripts demanded by its wide-ranging client base, integrate efficiently with their back-end databases, make cost effective use of telecom trunks, utilize at-home agents, as well as analyze other information to improve organizational performance.

"We were in need of a scalable, cost effective call center software with a feature rich ACD to expand from our existing Cisco based infrastructure," says Sergii Tkachov, Chief Development Officer of East-European Communications Services. "We were looking for an open and functionally rich contact center technology platform to co-exist with our existing Cisco deployment and at the same time give us the flexibility of implementing a wider range of strategies to improve and expand our services. Our initial field tests of Indosoft call center software confirmed Q-Suite 5.0 as the most advanced, highly functional and feature-rich call center solution for Asterisk. But what really impressed us was the unique support we received during the implementation process. With the ability to exercise full control over the technology platform, we placed a number of demands on the call center software. At each point, Indosoft demonstrated the industry leadership of Q-Suite 5.0 as a call center software by fully meeting our demands."

"East-European Communications Services is creating a winning call center strategy with its recent deployment of Q-Suite 5.0 call center ACD software," says Gabe Bourque, VP at Indosoft. "In Asterisk you have a proven, well supported next-generation telephony platform sustained and supported by Digium. In Q-Suite 5.0, you have an out of the box call center software that provides you with all the features necessary for a next-generation contact center. Asterisk-based architecture makes Q-Suite 5.0 ideally suited for migrating from legacy to IP platforms. Q-Suite 5.0's Web Interface, rich API and Agent Session Controller for Windows allow for the preservation of all features from such legacy platforms while providing the additional new features found in IP telephony. East-European Communications Services clearly recognizes the value of this call center software for Asterisk and the resulting agent efficiencies, improved results and enhanced customer service that can be achieved. With this new deployment, they are positioned to deliver meaningful results."

About East-European Communications Services
East-European Communications Services is a Ukrainian based, privately held communications company that specializes in managed inbound and outbound customer service for its clients in the insurance, travel, health, financial and related industries.

About Indosoft Inc.
Indosoft, Inc. is a global provider of call center ACD software for Asterisk. It has been deploying call center software and IP-PBX to medium and large contact centers around the world for over ten years. It also licenses its ACD for Asterisk with. NET and socket library to enterprises utilizing Asterisk in their product line. Indosoft has been making available Q-Suite 5.0 call center ACD software for private label contact center technology solutions.

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Royal Caribbean Announces Family Deals For 2009 Summer Vacations

2011-12-20T13:29:00.000-08:00

Royal Caribbean Announces Family Deals For 2009 Summer Vacations

Guests Enjoy Savings up to $200 Per Stateroom and Onboard Credits on Summer Vacation

Miami, FL (Vocus) May 14, 2009

Royal Caribbean International today announced terrific deals for family vacationers in the Caribbean this summer, offering savings up to $200 per stateroom on select sailings and onboard credits for select categories to spend on spa sessions, cocktails, and other onboard purchases. Presenting vacation values never seen before, these Royal Caribbean International cruises will combine some of the world's most innovative cruise ships with breathtaking Caribbean islands for an unforgettable summer family vacation. Guests also will enjoy the cruise line's renowned friendly and engaging Gold Anchor Service, as well as all the benefits of cruising, including the convenience of unpacking only once; the opportunity to visit multiple popular destinations; and the value of having meals and entertainment included in the cruise fare.

"As the leading family cruise line, Royal Caribbean International offers a wide array of innovative onboard experiences that are ideal for multigenerational family vacations," said Betsy O'Rourke, senior vice president, Marketing, Royal Caribbean International. "Kids, in particular, will enjoy our award-winning Adventure Ocean and teen programming, which offers enlightening and entertaining sessions throughout the day for cruisers as young as six months old. Adults will enjoy unbeatable values on an unforgettable Royal Caribbean vacation that offers something for everyone in the family."

Vacationers can enjoy savings of $50 per person, up to $200 per stateroom, for 31 select seven - and nine-night summer Caribbean sailings in 2009. Guests choosing an outside stateroom with balcony also will receive $100 onboard credit per stateroom or $150 per stateroom for junior suite or higher category accommodations. These summer family vacation offers apply to new bookings made by June 30, 2009 and are subject to availability.

With a wide array of amenities aboard 20 of the world's most innovative cruise ships, Royal Caribbean helps family vacationers create lasting memories. Families can race each other to the top of the cruise line's iconic rock-climbing wall for the best vantage point on board. On Voyager - and Freedom-class ships, the whole family can play through nine holes of miniature golf; face-off on the full-size basketball court; or practice their footwork in the Studio B ice-skating rink. On Royal Caribbean's Freedom-class ships, everyone can take turns boogie-boarding or surfing on the FlowRider surf simulator, offering one of the greatest thrills at sea.

Royal Caribbean also designed onboard accommodations with families in mind. On select ships, family vacationers can choose an Ocean View Family Staterooms that can sleep up to six; the Royal Family Suite with Balcony that can sleep up eight; or the four bedroom, four bath Presidential Family Suite with Balcony, which can sleep up to a total of 14.

Royal Caribbean is the only cruise line with dedicated teen spaces across its fleet. Areas such as The Living Room teen hangout, Fuel or Optix teen discos, and The Back Deck sun-deck for teens give young cruisers ages 12 - 17 their own space to create new friendships and relax with their peers. Even younger cruisers enjoy scheduled and supervised activities all day in three age-tiered groups: Aquanauts (ages 3 - 5), Explorers (ages 6 - 8), and Voyagers (ages 9 - 11). Adventure Ocean and teen programs start as early as 9 a. m. and conclude as late as 2 a. m. All Adventure Ocean counselors are college graduates, with a degree in education, recreation or a related field.

Adults on a Royal Caribbean vacation also can enjoy myriad options onboard. By day, they can work up a sweat in the fitness center; choose a rejuvenating ritual in the ship's day spa; and lounge by the pool in the adults-only Solarium. In the evenings, guests can enjoy world-class gaming in the Casino Royale; be enthralled by an award winning Broadway style musical revue by Royal Caribbean Productions; and relax in a variety of onboard themed clubs, bars and lounges.

Royal Caribbean International is a global cruise brand with 20 ships currently in service and two under construction. The line also offers unique cruisetour vacations in Alaska, Canada, Dubai, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand. For additional information or to make reservations, call your travel agent, visit http://www. royalcaribbean. com or call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN. Travel professionals should go to http://www. cruisingpower. com or call (800) 327-2056.

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Hear The Isle Of Light Webcast of William Buhlman, Best-Selling Author and OBE Expert on "Expanding Consciousness Through the Out-Of-Body Experience"

2011-12-19T14:06:00.000-08:00

Hear The Isle Of Light Webcast of William Buhlman, Best-Selling Author and OBE Expert on "Expanding Consciousness Through the Out-Of-Body Experience"

William Buhlman, certified hypnotherapist, lecturer, teacher and best-selling author of Adventures Beyond the Body and The Secret of the Soul, is one of America's leading experts on astral travel and out-of-body experiences. He was recently interviewed on The Isle Of Light Internet Radio Show by host Chyrene Pendleton in an enlightening discussion called, "Expanding Consciousness Through the Out-Of-Body Experience".

Vernon, NY (PRWEB) October 10, 2006

The Isle of Light presents William Buhlman, certified hypnotherapist, lecturer, teacher and best-selling author of Adventures Beyond the Body and The Secret of the Soul. William is one of America's leading experts on astral travel and out-of-body experiences. Chyrene Pendleton is the host of this fascinating discussion called, "Expanding Consciousness Through the Out-Of-Body Experience".

During this interview, William Buhlman shares the events which lead him to write his books and teach about the topic of out-of-body experiences or OBEs. One learns about Biblical references to OBEs, how people in other countries feel about OBEs and the views of science on this subject.

"What's funny is that there's no evidence really to support the fact that people are even in their bodies, so to speak. Obviously, we're using the body, but is soul? Soul doesn't lower it's frequency just to be in this body, we're operating the body...," Buhlman says.

William Buhlman shares much information in this one-hour discussion of out-of-body experiences, including two easy but powerful OBE techniques all can use right now. William also offers valuable tips and some of the numerous benefits of having out-of-body experiences, including healing, a deeper understanding of one's spiritual nature, increased knowledge and more. He provides 27 benefits and 40 different OBE techniques in his books.

"One of the things we're finding about through out-of-body experiences is that our universe is much more diverse, much more complex than I ever dreamed possible, and it's much more wonderful than I ever thought possible, especially when you realize for yourself that death is an illusion...OBEs give us the opportunity to actually begin to tap into our true selves, to gain knowledge about the universe and ourselves and how we fit into the universe," says Buhlman.

The Secret of the Soul and Adventures Beyond the Body are available in eight languages on Amazon. com and bookstores everywhere. A wealth of information about OBE Experiences, his Adventures Beyond the Body Workshops, books, cds and tapes and much more can be found on William Buhlman's website at:

Http://www. astralinfo. org (http://www. astralinfo. org)

William Buhlman also says, "What I find the most fascinating and rewarding is the fact that yes, you can prove this to yourself. This is not about belief. I don't ask anybody to believe what I'm saying--prove it to yourself. I didn't believe it until I had my first experience."

Biography

William Buhlman is one of America's leading experts on astral travel and out-of-body experiences. The author's thirty years of extensive personal out-of-body explorations give him a unique and thought provoking insight into this subject. His first book, Adventures Beyond the Body chronicles his personal journey of self-discovery through out-of-body travel, and provides the reader with the preparation and techniques that can be used for their own adventure.

During the last six years he has conducted an international out-of-body experience survey that includes over 16,000 participants from 32 countries. The provocative results of this survey are presented in his new book, The Secret of the Soul. This cutting edge book explores the unique opportunities for personal growth and profound spiritual awakenings that are experienced during out-of-body travel.

As a certified hypnotherapist, William incorporates various methods, including hypnosis, visualization and meditation techniques in his workshops to explore the profound nature of out-of-body experiences and the benefits of accelerated personal development. Through lectures, workshops and his books the author teaches the preparation and techniques of authentic spiritual exploration.

William Buhlman is best known for his ability to teach people how to have profound spiritual adventures through the use of out-of-body experiences. In addition, he has developed an extensive series of audio programs that are designed to expand awareness and assist in the exploration of consciousness. William has appeared on numerous television and radio shows nationwide.

The Isle Of Light Internet Radio Show Interview Times and Dates

This interview with William Buhlman airs at Live365.com on the following dates and times:

Tuesday, October 10th at 4 AM, 12 PM (noon) and 8 PM EST, Wednesday, October 11th at 2 AM, 10 AM and 6 PM EST, Saturday, October 14th at 1 AM, 9 AM and 5 PM EST, repeating every three days on a rotating time schedule.

Schedule information can be found in the Radio/Television section of The Isle Of Light at:

Http://www. theisleoflight. com/Television/radiotelevision. htm (http://www. theisleoflight. com/Television/radiotelevision. htm)

As well as on the Live365 radio station broadcast schedule for The Isle Of Light at:

Http://www. live365.com/broadcast/scheduler/?stationname=avalon22 (http://www. live365.com/broadcast/scheduler/?stationname=avalon22)

The times listed above are all for Eastern Time (EDT or EST).

At the bottom of the Live365 schedule page, make sure the GMT is adjusted (using the scroll down arrow) so the correct times for your area are shown on the schedule.

How To Listen

To listen to the shows on your existing player or the Live365 player, just click on:

Http://www. live365.com/stations/avalon22/play (http://www. live365.com/stations/avalon22/play)?

If you are not already a listener of Live365, you will need to subscribe and it is free. You can read the instructions at:

Http://www. theisleoflight. com/Television/radiotelevision. htm (http://www. theisleoflight. com/Television/radiotelevision. htm)

Past radio shows are now archived at The Isle Of Light for your convenience at:

Http://www. theisleoflight. com/Television/ShowArchives. htm (http://www. theisleoflight. com/Television/ShowArchives. htm)

The Isle Of Light at www. theisleoflight. com is designed to assist in the empowerment and enlightenment of all who dare to venture.

A free, monthly subscription to the newsletter/ezine also called, The Isle Of Light is available.

As you explore, please visit the Catalog section featuring beautiful and unique artwork, accelerators, books, CDs and accessories - all created and inspired by those who are assisting in raising the consciousness of the planet.

Http://theisleoflight. com/Catalog/Catalog. htm (http://theisleoflight. com/Catalog/Catalog. htm)

If you are interesting in becoming a guest on The Isle Of Light, please contact the producer, Chyrene Pendleton, by email.

Visit the blog, Prosperity is a State of Mind which is filled with tips, articles, links and personal experiences on ways you can manifest prosperity (or anything) in your life, using the Law of Attraction.

Http://theisleoflight. blogspot. com/ (http://theisleoflight. blogspot. com/)

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Mystique's Aurora Vaillantcourt Featured in Savvy. com

2011-12-19T07:20:00.000-08:00

Mystique's Aurora Vaillantcourt Featured in Savvy. com

Canadian model Aurora Vaillantcourt is this week's featured model and interview at men's lifestyle site Savvy. com.

Tracy, CA (PRWEB) March 7, 2007

Beautiful Canadian model Aurora Vaillantcourt uses her time between modeling assignments to create her own cosmetics and perfumes and plans to create her own cosmetics line.

The 21-year-old beauty from Toronto appears at Savvy. com this week courtesy of content partners at Mystique Magazine. Aurora talks to Savvy about scents, her photo-shoot and her first film role.

"When it comes to perfumes, I like warm sensual scents like vanilla and gardenia," she tells Savvy. "Also, scents that remind me of nice things... like vacations, moments in time, people I've met... The best perfumes are made from real oils, not fake fragrances."

Aurora got her start modeling after a small town photographer saw potential in her.

"I've been modeling since I was 18. I owe a lot to genetics, and I realized I was good at modeling. But as a teen, I wasn't allowed to have boyfriends or go out, my mother raised me religiously."

Mystique shot her photo shoot last year in St. Lucia and in Texas.

"Mark Daughn from Mystique is awesome. He's friendly, doesn't make me shy and there's no pressure working with him. He makes you feel confident, which makes for great photos. I've done artistic and fashion nudes for other photographers, but no magazines. I think nudity can be tasteful, but I'd never do Penthouse or Hustler."

Aurora said she is not one to party.

"I don't smoke or do drugs; I'm actually quite boring. I'm a home-body. I watch a lot of movies, at least three a week. I love David Lynch's Blue Velvet. It makes me laugh. I'd love to meet Dennis Hopper."

Does she like bad boys like Hopper? "Actually I like shy, quiet, nerdy guys who are genuinely nice people. I'm not into the GQ model types, and I don't like guys who obviously think too highly of themselves. Money isn't hugely important. I'm not a big mushy romantic either."

Despite her sex symbol status, Aurora claims that she doesn't get much attention from men.

"I don't dress sexy during the day. I wear glasses and simple clothing and look like a librarian. The normal guys are always too shy to approach me. Only the overconfident ones do. If a guy thinks a girl is nice, he should go up to her and say hi, tell her she has a nice smile, whatever... just be normal and friendly. Be charming by being yourself, that's what a girl likes. Also, guys, don't get her phone number, give her your number. I'd never give my phone number to a stranger, no matter how good looking he is."

A lot has been made of the fact that most models are thin when most women are not, so does she feel any pressure to stay skinny?

"There are more obese people in North America than thin. I don't starve myself, I'm naturally thin because I eat right. I think if more people ate better, there would be less obesity," she said.

Aurora is making the most of her youth, health and good fitness.

"In 5 years, I'd like to have a house bought and paid off. I plan on taking a marketing and business course for my cosmetics, but I'm modeling while I can."

Meanwhile, she plays the lead in "Sweet Karma", a new revenge thriller about the underground sex trade in Toronto.

"I've been in TV commercials before. We will see where it goes."

About Savvy

Savvy. com men's lifestyle portal is a favorite male demographic destination on the Web, with more than 250,000 daily unique visitors and 25 million monthly page views. Savvy is now the No. 2 men's lifestyle site online - passing magazine sites such as Maxim, FHM, Stuff and Loaded during 2005.

At zero cost to readers, Savvy offers quality photo shoots and news, sports and entertainment updates every 15 minutes, 24/7. Plus more than 50,000 articles onsite, thousands of videos on just as many topics of interest to men. and a fast-growing social networking community where readers can blog, post video-blogs, join forums and groups and message other members. Savvy's original columnists and experts write on women, dating, entertainment, sports, celebrities, fashion, health, relationships, games, gadgets, auto and rides, careers, money, odd stories and humor.

The site also features tasteful, non-nude pictorials and full length interviews with some of the world's most beautiful and talented young models and actresses, as well as the 'the girls next door.' Savvy. com has previously featured celebrities such as Deal or No Deal's April Scott - next starring as Daisy Duke in the prequel Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning; former Miss Great Britain 2006 Danielle Lloyd, supermodel Amber Smith; pin-up sensations and Latino stars Vida Guerra, Alejandra Gutiérrez ('Ale G') and Mayra Veronica; My Name is Earl star Nadine Velazquez; The Price is Right star Gabrielle Tuite, US sportscaster Bonnie-Jill Laflin, former Man Show models Rachel Sterling and Joanna Krupa; and Amiee Rickards and Chanel Ryan. Former Playboy Playmates include Divini Rae, Jennifer Walcott, Kia Drayton, Stacy Fuson, Raquel Gibson, Kay Sivilay, Katarina Van Derham, Danielle Gamba, Audra Lynn Christiansen, Karen McDougal, Tailor James, Tamara Witmer, and Irina Voronina. California-headquartered Savvy. com is privately owned by Tri-Media Corp.

About Mystique

Mystique publishes a monthly digital magazine through Zinio. com, as well as a bi-monthly hardcover book version called Mystical Sirens. Mystique also produces and licenses a range of branded collectibles, including posters, DVDs, and wall calendars. Posters are available through Scorpio Posters and Starmakers Rising in stores such as Spencer Gifts and Tower Records. Mystique's DVDs are available directly from its Sirens catalog division, and select titles are distributed by Image Entertainment to stores such as Wherehouse, Tower Records and Borders. Mystique's award-winning calendars can be found in the Sirens catalog and in Calendar Club stores.

Mystique also produces original programming, such as its "Mystical Journeys" and "Behind The Fantasy" series. Mystique regularly provides programming to the nation's top Pay Per View networks, such as TVN, LodgeNet, inDemand and Dish Network, and on IPTV (video over broadband) services such as Akimbo. In 2005, Mystique began filming exclusively in 1080i HD to supply HD networks such as inHD and Voom. Mystique also supplies stills and video content to some of the leading Mobile Phone networks, including through industry leader Brickhouse Mobile.

Mystique content is also one of the top-rated and most popular showcase features (you can watch for free) at one of the leading video-entertainment destinations on the web, iFilm.

Mystique and its models are regularly featured in the mainstream national and worldwide media, including on shows such as Inside Edition, Extra, E!'s Wild On, Travel Channel, Howard Stern, Fox, Telemundo, RTL (Germany), TechTV, Celebrity Justice, Poorman's Bikini Beach (and more) as well as radio stations from coast to coast.

Mystique Magazine and Sirens Catalog are privately owned by Infinity Studios, Inc. and is based in Austin, Texas.

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Foxy Roxy -- The Little Hotel with the Big Mojo and a Va-Va-Voom Expansion -- Just in Time for Ski Season

2011-12-16T06:06:00.000-08:00

Foxy Roxy -- The Little Hotel with the Big Mojo and a Va-Va-Voom Expansion -- Just in Time for Ski Season

The Catskills' boutique motel crosses the street and expands its bold and luxurious signature style in a burst of glorious new construction encompassing nine new suites, an executive conference room, and The Shimmer Spa North, a fraternal twin of the property's original pamper-zone, The Shimmer Spa South.

Roxbury, NY (PRWEB) December 16, 2010

There are getaways, and then there are GETAWAYS.

The Roxbury Motel, so much smarter than your average bear, has just doubled its capacity to blow your mind, rock your soul, wet your whistle, and freak your chic, all just a civilized 2-and-a-half hour drive from New York City - just in time for ski season!

With the completion of its very grand 8,000 square foot North Wing, the Catskills' boutique motel crosses the street and expands its bold and luxurious signature style in a burst of glorious new construction encompassing nine new suites (and do we mean suites,) an Executive Conference Room (that deserves a name more like 'Psychedelic Power Pow-wow Chamber,') and The Shimmer Spa North, a fraternal twin of the property's original pamper-zone, The Shimmer Spa South.

The Roxbury's North Wing would have liked to have been a castle. Sensitivity to its rural 19th century village surroundings, however, meant respectfully integrating the architectural style, and limiting the grandiose whimsy to a discreet turret (ok, not entirely discreet: it lights up the night in gentle technicolor a la Empire State Building) and a few mini-cupolas, proudly flying the home colors. Which are mostly lime green. The North Wing boasts no moat, but is pleasantly situated over the babbling East Branch of the Delaware River.

And that's just the exterior. Anyone who knows anything about The Roxbury Motel has 1.) a lucky head-start and 2.) already grasped that the addition of a North Wing means a whole 'nother wing on which to project the demonstrated design talents of the team behind The Roxbury South.

Five of the new accommodations are 'Big King Themes,' and mighty commodious, indeed. True to concept, each one embraces and embodies the inspiration of a vintage 60's, 70's, or early 80's TV show or film. "The actual sets and characters of the shows are never duplicated," explains The Roxbury's Greg Henderson, "rather the colors, textures, or even mood of the shows are used to create our vision for a new kind of guest room experience." Tony's Dance Floor is aglow - literally - with disco splendor complete with twirling disco ball and the iconic Saturday Night Fever dance floor. Angel Hair celebrates both the flowing locks and derring-do of Farrah and Jaclyn's sexy sisterhood. Maryann's Coconut Cream Pie (not completed at press time), the atmospheric fulfillment of so many dreams, is like taking the Nestea Plunge right into Maryann & Ginger's whipped-cream. The Wizard's Emeralds elevates the glory of green to a shiny new level with the yellow brick road running right through it, and Maria's Curtains will make you seriously re-evaluate a few of your favorite things. Each of these larger-than-life rooms features 85-gallon two-person soaking tubs, dual shower heads, separate toilet chambers, comfy sofa beds, Egyptian cotton towels, wireless Internet, humongo televisions connected to the Internet and 100's of free Netflix flicks, iPod/iPhone docking stations and, most importantly, mandatory mood lighting.

All of this and more is yours with the North Wing's four new all-out Suites, three of them requiring two stories to accommodate all the fun. Plus, you get an extra bedroom, an additional ever-so-sumptuous bathroom, and plenty of communal space to spread yourself out, or to share with family and friends. The Final Frontier lets you star gaze from deep space, as the ceiling melts away and your personal starship propels through thousands of illuminated fiber optic ends creating the illusion of truly traveling through outer space. The Noir Boudoir captures most glamorously all that is best about film noir, plus a shot of gothic whimsy you never knew it had, or you had, or both. Miss Kitty's Saloon looks like a place worth getting caught with your holsters off wink wink nod nod; and Amadeus' Bride crosses Versailles with Vegas and Versace, Liberace-style. Gilded molding and golden bathrooms, mirrors, mirrors, mirrors, and a chandelier explosion would pretty-please anyone's bride. Technically, this is The Roxbury's honeymoon suite (created by popular demand,) but no one is counting how frequently you book it. Or with whom.

And speaking of with whom... The sparkling Shimmer Spa North adds 1500sf of new pampering space -- plenty of room to accommodate couples. Another variety of 'with whom' is welcome in the new Meeting Room (yes, it has a projection screen and sound system) seats 16 (larger spaces within walking distance can be arranged,) and with everyone getting a private room the entire property sleeps 40; if you share rooms and suites it sleeps 90!

The Roxbury is a getaway that transports you to a long-lost fantasy - or maybe one that's not so far beneath the surface. "Designing these rooms was a daily meltdown of, 'is this just too much?'" says Henderson. "I guess it might be if you're going to live in it every day, but we feel that a vacation is about taking you away from the every day and into the world of 'why not?' We say think INSIDE the box, just decorate the hell out of that box!" Camp? Perhaps a bit. Cheesy? Never! The Roxbury Motel is far-out fun through exuberant design, exquisitely executed - all with fresh cut flowers, luscious bath amenities, yummy continental breakfasts, and most importantly - some darn good wine.

If you ski, or snowboard, or can stay aloft on an inner-tube flying down a snowy slope, or are at least game to try, then Roxbury, New York is the place for you: within half-an-hour of four of the Catskills' great ski basins -- Plattekill, Belleayre, Hunter and Windham Mountains, The Roxbury Motel not only offers the coolest accommodations, but also substantial discounts on lift tickets, equipment rentals, and all-around fun ski-n-stay packages.

The Roxbury, Contemporary Catskill Lodging - http://www. theroxburymotel. com/

The Roxbury is the ideal destination for that long-awaited vacation, a fun weekend, or mid-week getaway, as well as small meetings and conferences. It is under a three-hour's drive from The Big Apple and the New York tri-state area, Albany, and Philadelphia. The Roxbury welcomes families, meeting groups, singles, lovers and other strangers. Its guest register now includes visitors from more than 27 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America - plus New Zealand.

Become a Fan on The Roxbury's Facebook Page

For Media: High-resolution photos and B-roll available upon request

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Recently Launched Online Fashion Magazine Attracts Members from Around the World

2011-12-14T02:36:00.000-08:00

Recently Launched Online Fashion Magazine Attracts Members from Around the World

Vis. A.Vis (www. visavismag. com) is a new online fashion magazine attracting members from Beijing to New York City. Visitors may register for free unlimited access to gorgeous fashion photography, insightful articles and unique features for members. Advertisers are discovering its unique and innovative format that eschews typical "banners" and "buttons" for large, vibrant images.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) May 24, 2006

Newly launched online fashion magazine (http://www. visavismag. com/) Vis. A.Vis has already become the premier online destination devoted to fashion, style and culture. In less than one month since launching, Vis. A.Vis has already attracted members from all over the globe, including Beijing, Sydney, Mumbai, Dubai, Beirut, Oslo, London, Paris, Mexico City, Montreal, New York City, Miami and Los Angeles. With members from different locations and cultures, the online magazine proves to have tremendous appeal to a worldwide audience.

According to Ralph Clermont, the site's cofounder and creative director, the online magazine is dedicated to the most exciting trend in the world today: multiculturalism. "The great cities of the world, from New York to Barcelona, Miami to Milan and Paris to Rio de Janeiro, embrace international trends in fashion and beauty, music and food, arts and entertainment," he says.

Vis. A.Vis travels to a different city for each issue and explores where fashion and beauty trends originate. The online magazine (http://www. visavismag. com/) captures the flavor of a locale and uses models from that setting to give the fashion spreads an authentic feel and a distinctive look. The articles keep readers up-to-speed on the impact of these cultures on the U. S. and vice-versa. Since its launch, Vis. A.Vis has featured Miami, the Italian Riviera, Buenos Aires, New York and Ocho Rios in Jamaica, among others.

"The mass media has caught on to the fact that the mainstream is made up of influences from all over the globe," Clermont says. "Vis. A.Vis is at the forefront of this trend."

The online fashion magazine has a modern, stylish edge, but takes a provocative, authoritative tone to its coverage of pop culture. Vis. A.Vis presents strong, beautiful, sophisticated images that reflect the beauty of every culture. It charms and engages the reader with a frank, delightful exchange of information and ideas. The editorial mix is intended to be inclusive of and welcoming to all women. The site allows members and visitors to view photographs and articles under categories such as "Fashion," "Beauty," "Travel," "Cuisine," "Culture Café" and "Body Language."

This content is fused with the site's highly unique advertising format which is proving to be a hit with its advertising partners. Built around the concept of "Anchors" and "Sponsors", Vis. A.Vis has recreated online, the bold and lush environment normally found in glossy print magazines. The ads are integrated in a large and prominent manner without being intrusive, so they become part of the experience. Vis. A.Vis has devised different programs to allow maximum flexibility for advertisers' marketing objectives and budgets; where Anchors receive higher exposure for maximum impact, and Sponsors receive more efficient, focused visibility.

Additionally, Vis. A.Vis will soon deploy exciting new interactive features to foster connectivity among members and within the site. Such features include:

Member Networking - encouraging members to create profile pages, connections, messaging and forums to leverage the built-in community of shared tastes and interests.

Surveys - enabling members to vote for the Vis. A.Vis cover model of their choice. By showcasing potential "cover models," the image that garners the most votes will become the main homepage of the site for a certain duration. Other examples include travel destinations to be showcased for future fashion spreads and editorial coverage.

User-generated Content - allowing members to submit their own user-generated content to be selectively published on the site alongside proprietary Vis. A.Vis content. Such content may include photo spreads, articles, model portfolios, independent music and film clips that all fit within the fashionable, cultural context of Vis. A.Vis.

Online Store - featuring an eclectic mix of undiscovered gems from the worlds of fashion, art, music, literature and film.

To become a member with free unlimited access, visitors may register by going to the site and clicking on Register Free (http://www. visavismag. com/index. php? option=com_comprofiler&task=registers). Registration is quick and simple.

About Vis. A.Vis
Vis. A.Vis, an online fashion magazine (http://www. visavismag. com/) launched in May 2006, captures the changing face of America and the world. The online magazine explores how global influences drive fashion, impact culture and shape the lifestyles of women.

Media Contact:
The Clermont Group, Inc.
Media Department
305-428-2576
Www. visavismag. com

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EnjoyHolland. com Offers Fifa 2006 Newsletter and Fifa 2006 Hotel Service

2011-12-14T01:02:00.000-08:00

EnjoyHolland. com Offers Fifa 2006 Newsletter and Fifa 2006 Hotel Service

EnjoyHolland. com has local presence and therefore access to the best rates and offerings. It will make those offers available via her new Fifa 2006 Newsletter. Travelers can also submit requests for hotels, transport and other requirements.

Rye, NY (PRWEB) December 19, 2005

EnjoyHolland. com has expanded her offering for the FIFA 2006 soccer championships with a newsletter offering including special offers for transportation and stay. Many travelers will arrive via Holland and have already requested the company to add Fifa 2006 services. Due to its local presence, EnjoyHolland. com has access to many suppliers and will communicate the new offerings immediately via her newsletter to the EnjoyHolland. com FIFA 2006 subscriber list. Travelers may also submit their requests and questions on the website.

Travelers can find specific hotel inventory on the site per soccer city, for example hotels in Gelsenkirchen or Kaiserslautern. Subscribers to the newsletter will get updates when new inventory or offerings come available.

EnjoyHolland will also include offerings from Holland. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is a large hub and many travelers will arrive here. People may choose to stay in Holland to visit for example the Rembrandt 400 exhibition and then travel to Germany to attend a match. The newsletter will include therefore also special offers for transportation to the soccer cities from Holland.

Last month EnjoyHolland. com launched the free Amsterdam Discount coupons benefiting families on holiday in Amsterdam.

About EnjoyHolland. com

EnjoyHolland. com is an on-line full service travel portal for Holland. EnjoyHolland. com specializes in travel to Holland and especially Amsterdam. The company focuses on Rembrandt 400, Fifa 2006 and multi-country tours. The company services groups and individuals.

EnjoyHolland aims to save the traveler time and money. Why browse for hours over the internet trying to find what you need, if EnjoyHolland. com can help you in a couple of minutes?

Services it offers are:

FiFA 2006 worldchampionship Newsletter and FIFA 2006 Hotel services
Free Easy planner for quick access of things to do in Amsterdam and Holland
Free Amsterdam discount coupons
Largest inventory of hotels in Holland
Destination guide for Amsterdam

More information can be obtained at EnjoyHolland. com, Mr. Eric Uleman.

Prinsengracht 468

1017 KG Amsterdam

Tel +31 20 616 2922

Fax +31 20 616 9301

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Tagoras Association E-learning Research Suggests Sector Poised for Growth

2011-12-10T03:40:00.000-08:00

Tagoras Association E-learning Research Suggests Sector Poised for Growth

Market research and consulting firm Tagoras has released Association E-learning 2009: State of the Sector. The 103-page report draws upon survey data collected from nearly 500 associations as well as on extensive interviews to offer the most comprehensive view to date into e-learning activity by trade and professional associations. According to the report's authors, e-learning has a strong foothold in the association sector, but the most substantial growth is yet to come.

Carrboro, NC (PRWEB) March 31, 2009

Market research and consulting firm Tagoras released a new report providing valuable information for organizations planning to launch or grow e-learning initiatives in the association sector.

Association E-learning 2009:State of the Sector (http://www. tagoras. com/catalog/association-e-learning-2009.html) draws upon survey data collected from nearly 500 associations as well as on extensive interviews to offer the most comprehensive view to date into e-learning activity by trade and professional associations - a group that includes more than 80,000 organizations.

The 103-page report provides details about:

What types of e-learning associations are offering
What tools and platforms are being used to deliver e-learning
How association e-learning is priced and marketed
How associations satisfied with e-learning differ from those that are not
How social media is impacting association e-learning
What the trends and opportunities for the future are

"Nearly 90 percent of the organizations we surveyed said they are using e-learning to deliver education or plan to within the coming 12 months," said Tagoras managing director Jeff Cobb, "E-learning has clearly established a foothold with associations, but our research suggests the period of real growth into maturity is only just beginning."

The Tagoras (http://www. tagoras. com) report points to travel budget cuts prompted by current economic conditions as one factor that will drive many associations to invest more in e-learning as an alternative to place-based educational events.

"That's an important short-term driver," said Cobb, "but there are also more fundamental, long-term factors like the growth in "green" thinking, the fact that e-learning technologies have gotten so much cheaper and easier to use, and of course, the rise of generations that are comfortable doing pretty much everything online. Associations who are not offering e-learning will need to start. Those who are will need to grow the quantity and the quality of their offerings."

For associations currently refining their e-learning strategy or developing their initial e-learning strategy, Association E-learning 2009 represents a dramatic savings over the time and expense required to conduct similar research independently. Visit the Tagoras Web site today to learn more and take advantage of special introductory pricing (until April 15, 2009) for Association E-learning 2009 (http://www. tagoras. com/catalog/association-e-learning-2009.html).

Tagoras is a market research and consulting firm focused on the design, marketing, and management of digital learning and knowledge. We provide research and advisory services to help clients to overcome lackluster e-learning adoption rates and sales, develop results-oriented customer learning communities, and integrate educational content into their marketing mix.

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Hospitality eBusiness Strategies (HeBS) Announces Luxe Worldwide Hotels New Website Launch

2011-12-10T00:21:00.000-08:00

Hospitality eBusiness Strategies (HeBS) Announces Luxe Worldwide Hotels New Website Launch

Hospitality eBusiness Strategies (HeBS), the industry's leading full-service Internet marketing services and strategies consulting firm for the hospitality and travel verticals, proudly announces the launch of the new Luxe Hotels Worldwide website, http://www. LuxeHotels. com. HeBS applied award-winning design and the industry’s best practices in website optimization in order to develop a top revenue and lead-generating website, and position Luxe Worldwide Hotels as the premier lifestyle hotel brand.

New York, NY (Vocus) October 14, 2008

HeBS has pioneered some of the best practices in direct online distribution and marketing in hospitality that helps counter the current economic strains. Having extensive experience in managing and consulting for more than 500 hospitality companies, HeBS ensures that Luxe Worldwide Hotels and its member hotels will benefit tremendously from the new brand website in the form of more bookings, incremental revenues and lucrative group leads. HeBS strategically designed the LuxeHotels. com website to be user-friendly, booker-friendly, customer-interactive friendly, and search engine-friendly.

“We are very excited about the new website, and are already seeing a significant increase in online leads and conversions since launch. The new site truly fits with the Luxe Hotels Worldwide brand and its distinctive collection of member hotels. The best hotel experience begins with the planning process, and we want to make sure we meet our customer’s needs with a user-friendly website that reflects the Luxe travel experience” said Eve LeGrand Tronson, Vice President of Luxe Hotels.

Here are some of the innovative features of the newly redesigned website:

Award-winning design with an up-to-date look and feel and wide screen layout
Rich visual content, including Flash animations, video and visual galleries
Easy to use, consistent 4-tiered navigation addressing all key customer segments
Significantly enhanced textual and destination content on the new website
Customized, state-of-the-art, content management system (CMS), undoubtedly the most advanced CMS in the industry today. The new content management system allows Luxe Hotels to add and edit textual and visual content on a 24/7 basis, add new hotel properties, edit or add copy or photos as needed, and keep customers up-to-date on all Luxe Hotels' happenings.
Advanced hotel search functionality, incorporating search by Luxe collection (Legends, Elite, Signature), hotel locations, city and country search, by hotel services and amenities, activities and customer segments (meeting, wedding, beach, golf, spa), search by interactive global map, etc
World-class website analytics and campaign tracking tool by Omniture Analytics
Comprehensive online reservations functionality
New website optimized for premier placement in the search engines
Interactive mapping and hotel directions using Google Maps API

The website targets all important Luxe Hotels key customer segments including leisure and business travelers looking for upscale, luxury and boutique accommodations. It also targets meetings, event and group planners looking for a unique hotel experiences. Additionally, the new website has a special section for travel agents, which offers them the chance to ‘Join the Luxe Hotels Travel Agent Network’ and to submit RFPs for the Corporate Rate Program and for Group Tours.

According to Max Starkov, HeBS President and CEO, "Luxe Hotels appreciates how critical an effective Internet marketing and distribution strategy is to the very existence of its member hotels. The overall goal was to build an award-winning brand website that was to become Luxe Hotels’ most cost-effective revenue-generating channel. We are convinced that with the new brand website and the just launched comprehensive Internet marketing strategy, Luxe Hotels will start seeing robust ROIs and incremental revenues for its member hotels. We believe that a comprehensive, ROI-centric Internet marketing strategy is the perfect ‘survival tool’ for any hospitality company in the current economic environment.”

About HeBS
Hospitality eBusiness Strategies, Inc. (HeBS) is the industry’s leading full-service Internet marketing and strategy firm for the hospitality and travel verticals. Based in New York City, HeBS has pioneered many of the "best practices" in hotel Internet marketing, website design + optimization, and direct online distribution. HeBS specializes in helping travel suppliers and hoteliers build and enhance their direct Internet marketing and distribution strategy, boost their Internet marketing presence, establish interactive relationships with their customers, and significantly increase direct online bookings and ROIs.

The firm brings a unique perspective to the industry, gained through working with over 500 travel and hospitality companies including major brands, independent hotels, casinos, convention bureaus and hotel management companies worldwide. Find out more about HeBS at http://www. hospitalityebusiness. com or by email at info @ hospitalityebusiness. com.

About Luxe Hotels Worldwide
Luxe Worldwide Hotels is a privately held, premier representation company of over 200 independently owned and operated hotels in prominent locations around the globe including world-renowned and award-winning Canyon Ranch Resorts; Establishment Hotel in Sydney, Australia; and Murano Urban Resort in Paris, France.

Luxe Worldwide Hotels provides the ultimate solution for independent hoteliers with a focus on the latest technologies and distribution strategies. Luxe offers full-service GDS representation as well as revenue management, eBusiness and Internet distribution, voice reservations, sales calls, trade shows, and much more. Luxe member hotels also benefit from the latest hospitality industry technology including state-of-the-art booking capabilities which enable individual and corporate bookings with real-time confirmation. Member hotels receive individualized, personalized attention to address their property specific challenges and maximize their profit potential.

The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California with 13 offices worldwide including New York, London, Paris, Milan, Athens, Buenos Aires, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Sydney. For more information on Luxe Worldwide Hotels, visit http://www. luxehotels. com or call 1-866-LUXE-411.

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Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals Expands On Florida’s Panhandle

2011-12-09T23:42:00.000-08:00

Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals Expands On Florida’s Panhandle

As Summer travel increases to Florida’s Northwest Gulf Coast, Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals is ready with new locations along the Beach. Southern Resorts has Florida vacation rentals along a 150 mile stretch of beach from Pensacola Beach east to Port St Joe, including Ft Walton, Beach, Destin, Beaches of South Walton and Panama City Beach.

Destin, FL (Vocus) June 23, 2009

Florida’s Northwest Gulf Coast is alive with summer activity. Despite the down economy and nationwide trend of reduced travel, visitors are taking advantage of the beautiful warm weather on Florida’s Panhandle. With the impending arrival of travelers coming to the coast, Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals is expanding.

Southern Resorts in Panama City Beach just moved into a new, larger office space located at 400 Arnold Rd South (Hwy 79), Panama City Beach, FL 32407. The move coincides with reaching a milestone of managing over one hundred Panama City Beach vacation rentals including beach condos, resorts, homes, and cottages. Southern Resorts has been operating in the area since the Fall of 2007, growing organically from one vacation condo to now one hundred and six. “This new location offers more visibility and accessibility. We are excited to be in a position to expand and accommodate visitors, owners and our staff better,” states Mike Shoults, co-owner of Southern Resorts. Strategically placed, the office and staff oversee properties all along the beach. The growing number Panama City Beach vacation rentals lifts Southern Resorts total Florida vacation rentals (http://www. southernresorts. com/bre/) managed to over six hundred and the number is steadily rising.

As growth is a goal of Southern Resorts, another office in Seagrove Beach opened in the Spring to focus on the Florida vacation rentals (http://www. southernresorts. com/bre/) in the picturesque Beaches of South Walton community. Yet a third transition occurred at the start of the year as Southern Resorts launched resort operations in Pensacola Beach, Florida extending Southern Resorts reach to encompass a 150 mile stretch of white sandy beach in an array of unique beach communities within this region, known simply as THE Beach. These locations complement Southern Resorts’ vacation rentals in Destin, Fort Walton Beach and the Forgotten Cost which includes Mexico Beach, WindMark Beach and Port St. Joe, Florida. This variety provides a style, pace and budget for every traveler.

Locally owned and in business since 1995, Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals’ vision is to be the most caring vacation rental company in Northwest Florida. Southern Resorts represents over 600 vacation beach homes, cottages and condos on Florida’s scenic coast in Pensacola Beach, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Beaches of South Walton, Panama City Beach and the Forgotten Coast. Visit the website for a comprehensive look our Florida vacation rentals with images, reviews, video tours, on-line reservations and more SouthernResorts. com (http://www. SouthernResorts. com) 866.558.1163

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3rd Ward Starts 2010 with Greater Awards for Artists: The 2010 Winter Solo Show // An Open Call for Art

2011-12-09T16:04:00.000-08:00

3rd Ward Starts 2010 with Greater Awards for Artists: The 2010 Winter Solo Show // An Open Call for Art

Known for its uncanny ability to provide working artists & designers exactly the tools they need for success, 3rd Ward starts 2010 with a Gallery Program awarding a $5,000 grant, 3-month live/work residency, solo exhibition, airfare, publication and citywide exposure! At the forefront of their program is The Solo Show, a quarterly international juried art competition that celebrates artists for their creativity, ambition and innovation - not their status or the saleability of their work. Those in charge of selecting the next Artist are: Carol Lee the Arts Director at Paper Magazine; Dan Deacon a celebrated sound artist who has been coined an "electro-acoustic wizard"; Rostarr, the NYC artist who has lent his graphic vision to city walls, NIKE shoes and the Korean World Cup team; and Paolo Salvagione the Lead Design Engineer at the Long Now Foundation, the force behind the 10,000 year clock.

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) February 11, 2010

Known for its uncanny ability to provide working artists & designers exactly the tools they need for success, 3rd Ward starts 2010 with a Gallery Program awarding a $5,000 grant, 3-month live/work residency, solo exhibition, airfare, publication and citywide exposure! At the forefront of their program is The Solo Show, a quarterly international juried art competition that celebrates artists for their creativity, ambition and innovation - not their status or the saleability of their work. They are dedicated not only to awarding the artists who go on to become Solo Show Legends, but to providing them space and tools, too. During every Solo Show Residency, artists have access to a private live/work studio, all facilities at both 3rd Ward locations and their community of professional artists & designers. Plus, even those not deemed legendary still have a chance to be part of the top 25 who are featured in the 3rd Ward Magazine and on 3rdward. com.

The 2010 Winter Solo Show seeks dynamic, innovative and provocative work of all mediums and they've got a judging panel guaranteed to find it. Those in charge of selecting the next Artist are: Carol Lee the Arts Director at Paper Magazine; Dan Deacon a celebrated sound artist who has been coined an "electro-acoustic wizard"; Rostarr, the NYC artist who has lent his graphic vision to city walls, NIKE shoes and the Korean World Cup team; and Paolo Salvagione the Lead Design Engineer at the Long Now Foundation, the force behind the 10,000 year clock.

Previous Solo Show Winners have been as varied and talented as they come; representing an array of mediums and traveling from as far away as the Netherlands. Fall '09 artist, Johanna Heldebro, presented a body of work collected while secretly following her father who had abandoned her two years prior; Summer '09 artist, Pim Palsgraaf, turned 3rd Ward's gallery into an apocalyptic aftermath with taxidermied animals sprouting buildings made from found objects; Spring '09 Artist Selena Kimball, created a part fact, part fiction visual retelling of history through historical-documents-turned-30 ft.-panoramic-collage with The New World; Fall '08 Artist Sean Fader zipped himself into the bodies of people he coveted & admired in his collection I want to Put You On, Tell Me How to Put You on; Spring '08 Artist, Jeremy Leichman presented Suits, a reconstruction of the “corporate machine” with sculpture, lights and motors; and the original Solo Show Artists from the Fall of '07 Nate Green & Owen Shoppe filled 1,200 sq. ft. of space with a carousel and vertically over-lapped teeter-totters in their exhibition Vertigoes.

3rd Ward has been noted for its dynamic education program including more than 100 classes in art & design, its ongoing events like Drink-n-Draw, a weekly figure drawing session with professional models and complimentary beer and their FREE BIKES campaign. Beginning last spring, all annual memberships come with a lime colored single speed bike designed here in Brooklyn by 3rd Ward and NYC Bikes. Could there possibly be more to look forward to in the future? YES. Stay tuned for new membership opportunities and free coffee for members courtesy of Intelligentsia.

Please find full submission information for The 2010 Winter Solo Show below and at http://www.3rdward. com/opencall/ (http://www.3rdward. com/opencall/). For more information about 3rd Ward's Gallery Program or artists please contact Nikki Bagli at nbagli@3rdward. com.

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3rd Ward is a member-based design center for creative professionals with two locations in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. We are committed to providing resources, opportunities and a dynamic-creative network to our members and the community at large. Our space houses four gorgeous photo studios, a professional wood & metal shop, a fully loaded digital media lab, shared & private office space and a large interdisciplinary art education program. Throughout the year we also offer exciting events and opportunities for artists. http://www.3rdward. com (http://www.3rdward. com).

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3rd Ward Open Call For Art : Awarding Residency & $5,000!

Http://www.3rdward. com/opencall/ (http://www.3rdward. com/opencall/)

It's the dawn of a new decade! The Solo Show starts 2010 with a newly formed Residency Program dedicated to supporting & inspiring emerging artists. With even greater opportunities & resources to offer, we are on the hunt for the next generation of great artists from around the world.

Are you the next Solo Show Legend?

The 2010 Winter Solo Show is a juried international art competition for dynamic, inventive and provocative work of all mediums: sculpture, photography, painting, printmaking, illustration, installation, graphic design, video and more!

The Selected Artist will receive:

* $5,000 cash grant
* Solo exhibition in 3rd Ward's gallery, complete with a massive opening reception
* Optional 3-month residency at 3rd Ward including private live/work studio & full facility access (photo
studios, wood & metal shop, media lab, classes)
* Airfare & shipping to and from 3rd Ward for non-NYC residents
* 2-page spread in 3rd Ward's Quarterly Magazine
* NYC exposure - postcards, fliers, press!

PLUS! The top 25 artists will be featured in 3rd Ward’s Quarterly Magazine and website.

We are joined by judging panel:

Carol Lee, Arts Editor at Paper Magazine, Dan Deacon, Sound Artist & Electro-acoustic Wizard, Rostarr, NYC Artist and Paolo Salvagione, Lead Design Engineer, The Long Now Foundation.

Submit your best work now!

Http://www.3rdward. com/opencall/ (http://www.3rdward. com/opencall/)

Last Day to Submit March 1, 2010, 11:59 p, EST.

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Resort Sports Network (RSN) Launches InsiderÂs Guide with Travel Tips for Ski, Beach Vacations

2011-12-09T00:07:00.000-08:00

Resort Sports Network (RSN) Launches InsiderÂs Guide with Travel Tips for Ski, Beach Vacations

Resort Sports Network (RSN), a national television network that creates and distributes outdoor-oriented programming for more than 100 mountain and beach resorts across the country, has launched The InsiderÂs Guide on its web site, www. rsn. com.

PORTLAND, ME (PRWEB) November 23, 2004

The InsiderÂs Guide features inside information that highlights dining, lodging, nightlife, events and real estate for each of resorts in which RSN airs. The guide is designed to be a travel planning tool to give visitors a feel for the area prior to the visit.

ÂBecause RSN has local affiliates in each of these premier destinations Â resorts such as Vail, Crested Butte, Keystone, Lake Tahoe, Killington, Key West, Myrtle Beach, and Big Sky Âwe realized that we were in a great position to provide inside information online that could help visitors plan their trips based on their interests,Â said Richard Bilodeau, vice president of marketing for RSN.

Bilodeau pointed out that many visitors rely on RSNÂs web site for inside information about weather conditions, so extending the site to offer travel and local market information made sense.

ÂRSN. com can be a one-stop shop for people wanting to explore the feel of different resorts, figure out what to bring, and make plans for dining and excursions,Â he said.

The site currently has developed InsiderÂs Guides for twenty of the countryÂs most popular markets, and plans to have guides for 50 markets by the end of 2005.

For more information, visit www. rsn. com or call 800-653-0697.

Contact: Colleen Coxe, 207-781-5479, ccoxe@coxeandco. com

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Michigan Team Uses Robots to Fight Terrorists

2011-12-08T14:41:00.000-08:00

Michigan Team Uses Robots to Fight Terrorists

The new approach to government research is contests with cash prizes.

(PRWEB) November 30, 2004

The Department of Defense is in trouble. The usual research and development methods have bogged down and no longer produce the innovative ideas at the rapid pace needed to keep ahead of the enemy. In an attempt to break the log jam and get fresh ideas flowing they have taken their latest need and put it into the form of a competition open to small garage company teams like the one Paul Grayson formed to participate in this race AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL MACIC, LLC http://aimagic. org (http://aimagic. org).

Paul Grayson says "What the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency has asked me to do is to put together an all-volunteer team and demonstrate a vehicle that can drive itself 175 miles across the Mojave Desert without human assistance on Oct. 8, 2005" http://www. darpa. mil/grandchallenge (http://www. darpa. mil/grandchallenge) "I am involved in this because if I don't help, who will? It is what I can do as an engineer to fight terrorists."

While Paul Grayson is putting every bit of his own manpower, materials and money that he can afford into this project, it is not enough. He needs the assistance of other people who have enough resources at their disposal that they can afford to contribute the amount of Manpower, Materials and Money necessary to be successful in this race. Perhaps you can help and know others that can help.

Terrorist put us all at risk so we all have a personal stake in how well AIM does in its attempt to provide the demonstration the DoD wants. This is a race to save soldiers lives and ourselves.

AIM needs 10 volunteers to be pit crew and travel with the vehicles. Additional people are needed such as office staff, programmers, engineers, and scientists. Fundraisers are needed to generate the cash required to buy the radar, sonar, automatic transmission, hydraulic valves and other parts needed. Sales people are needed to sell product placement in our videos, the advertising space available on the race vehicles, support vehicles, shop banners and pit crew coveralls. Also video people are needed to film the documentary of AIM preparing for the race. We will know about sunset on Oct. 8, 2005 if all this effort was enough and how it all turned out.

You can help and no doubt know others who can help. The more you contribute, the better AIM will do. It is expected that soon after this demonstration Automatic Guided Vehicles will be driving truckloads of supplies reliably and safely from the supply depot to where the troops are without putting drivers at risk. Tell your friends that you are helping make sure that no more Army supply truck drivers will be sitting ducks.

The U. S Congress has mandated that by 2015 one third of all military vehicles must be converted to driverless operation. With the large number of vehicles this represents, to accomplish the conversion in time, the technology needs to be demonstrated now and the conversion started as soon as possible. While AIM is only involved in demonstrating that it can be done, once it has been demonstrated it will be up to the transportation industry to produce huge number of retrofit kits needed for existing government owned vehicles, option kits for the vehicles in production and integrated designs for future vehicles. When the public sees this technology being used safely by the military, they will demand it for use on civilian vehicles - resulting in a demand for automation package components in much larger numbers than the military uses.

This snowball effect all starts with you encouraging people you know to help AIM demonstrate that it can be done. AIM has the opportunity to bring international attention to sponsors and sponsors products. It certainly looks like a win-win situation for anyone who helps AIM with the demonstration.

Time is very short. AIM's need is immediate. Your advertising opportunity is now. Terrorists are well funded by individual contributions. Shouldn't AIM's attempt at thwarting terrorists be as well funded?

Paul F. Grayson - Chief Engineer

AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL MAGIC, LLC

Farm Vehicle Automation

1892 Pinewood Ave.

Traverse City, MI 49684

(231) 946-0187 second shift 5 pm to 11 pm Eastern time.

Pgrayson@traverse. net

Http://aimagic. org (http://aimagic. org)

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Online Systems Engineering Master's Program Attracts Engineers from Fortune 500 Firms

2011-12-08T07:25:00.000-08:00

Online Systems Engineering Master's Program Attracts Engineers from Fortune 500 Firms

Program allows engineers the opportunity to continue education without career interruption.

University Park, PA (PRWEB) September 10, 2008

The online Master's Degree in Systems Engineering program from Penn State's World Campus has attracted students from the world's most successful firms and is now accepting applications for a second student group.

Dr. James Nemes, lead faculty for the online systems engineering master's degree program and the director of the Penn State Great Valley's System Engineering program, said students in the first group of the online systems engineering master's program are employed by firms including: Lockheed Martin, Westinghouse, Merck, Motorola, Verizon Wireless, Nucor Steel and Raytheon.

Several branches of the military were also represented in the first online systems engineering master's cohort, Nemes pointed out. Members of the Air Force, Army, and Navy are among the systems engineering students.

"Our students told us that the online systems engineering master's program allows them to continue their careers at these prestigious companies while upgrading their skills and education," Nemes said. "They, in turn, use the lessons they learn in the program to improve the companies they work for."

According to Ken Udas, director of Penn State's World Campus, the flexibility of online education is suited for people pursuing careers in the engineering field.

"Engineers know that their careers often involve irregular hours and extensive travel that can make conventional education inconvenient," Udas said. "The systems engineering master's program was developed to help engineers continue their education without taking time away from their busy careers."

Systems engineering is a holistic approach to managing complex engineering projects that was first developed in the aerospace industry and the military, but is quickly being adapted by other industries.

The interdisciplinary curriculum consists of 12 courses (36 credits) that emphasize the identification, modeling, analysis, architecture, integration and management of complex systems and processes. Courses are taught by full-time faculty members who have helped build Penn State's reputation as a leader in systems engineering.

For more information, visit http://www. worldcampus. psu. edu/SEng (http://www. worldcampus. psu. edu/SEng) online.

Penn State World Campus specializes in adult online education, delivering 62 of Penn State's most highly regarded graduate, undergraduate and professional education programs through convenient online formats. Founded in 1998, Penn State World Campus is the University's 25th campus serving more than 7,000 students in all 50 states, in 42 countries, and across six continents. For more information, visit the World Campus online at http://www. worldcampus. psu. edu/ (http://www. worldcampus. psu. edu/). Penn State World Campus is a part of Penn State Outreach, the largest unified outreach organization in American higher education. Penn State Outreach serves more than 5 million people each year, delivering more than 2,000 programs to people in all 67 Pennsylvania counties, all 50 states and 80 countries worldwide.

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The new Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino, Selects Scottsdale, Arizona based American Audio Visual Center for Long Term Partnership

2011-10-05T17:27:00.000-07:00

The new Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino, Selects Scottsdale, Arizona based American Audio Visual Center for Long Term Partnership

The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino has selected American Audio Visual Center (the ÂExtreme Customer ServiceÂ Audio Visual Company) as their audio-visual, multimedia and production services partner. American Audio Visual Center, Inc. is based in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Scottsdale, Ariz. (PRWEB) August 26, 2005

The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino chose American Audio Visual Center because of their reputation as one of the leading audio-visual service providers known throughout the industry. AAVCÂs experience partnering with Indian Communities in concert with their commitment to ÂExtreme Customer ServiceÂ and their experience in the opening of new Hotels and Resorts makes American Audio Visual Center the right partner for the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino.

The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino will offer one of the most comprehensive technical and multimedia packages in the hospitality industry. American Audio Visual Center prides itself as being more than just a vendor, by becoming a seamless part of the ResortÂs Team. From concept to execution; meeting planners, producers, corporations and associations will experience an on site, one-stop-shop including: set design, internet cafÃ©s, the latest in leading-edge audio, video, lighting, presentation design, web casting, entertainment staging support and industry leading technical services for any sized meeting or event.

ÂThe Overwhelming majority of our guests will be groups attending seminars and conferences where audio visual usage will be a daily part of the presentations. In that regard, we require absolutely the best audio-visual support for our customers. Following a lengthy analysis of services available in Arizona, we determined American Audio Visual Center fulfills our requirements and we look forward to a long partnership with them.Â - Greg Carrish Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino General Manager.

For additional information regarding The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino audio-visual and multimedia production service or to schedule an interview, please contact Duane Tornquist, Corporate Vice President of Sales & Marketing.

The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino

With a prime desert resort location at the eastern edge of Scottsdale, the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino, set to open in December 2005, offers the kind of warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere and professional service sure to please business and leisure travelers alike.

Rooms and Amenities

The spacious rooms and suites at this Scottsdale resort are beautifully decorated according to Native American traditions. Accommodations at this Scottsdale resort feature such luxurious amenities as flat screen televisions, spacious work stations, honor bars, Sleep NumberÂ® Beds and High-Speed Wireless Internet Access.

Hotel Services

When it's time to relax, guests at this Scottsdale resort can enjoy a casino, championship golf, heated outdoor swimming pool, two whirlpools and full-service health club. Other amenities at this Scottsdale resort include a children's water play area, Cultural Resource Center, full-service hair & nail salon and business center.

Meetings and Events

The ideal Scottsdale location for a variety of meetings and social events, this Scottsdale resort provides over 25,000 square feet of flexible, well-appointed meeting and banquet. With the expertise of the professional Scottsdale resort staff, meetings at this Scottsdale resort are sure to come off without a hitch.

The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino...Now booking December 2005!

American Audio Visual Center, Inc.

American Audio Visual Center is a twelve year old privately held company headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. AAVC has over fifty hotel and resort partnerships including the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Fairmont San Francisco, Westin Kierland, Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, Scottsdale Hilton, The Palace Hotel, San Francisco, Wilshire Grand in Los Angeles, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco and more. AAVC also has a national staging division, Team Staging that travels throughout North America supporting meetings and events for some of todayÂs top corporations, associations, meeting planners and show producers.

American Audio Visual CenterÂs President and CEO, Jim Carlson and Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Duane Tornquist continue to present their ÂExtreme Customer ServiceÂ presentation to prospective hotels, resorts, convention centers and corporations throughout the United States in order to continue their intelligent growth pattern and increased capture rate of the available market share. AAVC now has a well deserved reputation as the countryÂs premier high-end, luxury in-house multimedia, audio visual and staging company. American Audio Visual Center also employs one of the most seasoned, technical and creative staffs in the business and houses one of the most extensive audio, video and lighting inventories in the industry.

ÂItÂs all about our people, our core values and an uncompromising promise to deliver Extreme Customer Service to each and every customer. We also have the only proven, comprehensive revenue enhancement and forecasting sales system designed to increase revenue for our hotel and resort partnersÂ year over year. We consider it an honor and a privilege to be chosen as a partner of the new Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino and plan to earn their business each and every day.Â. Â Jim Carlson, President & CEO.

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Latin Billboard Honors Wisin & Yandel with 5 Nominations

2011-10-05T14:23:00.000-07:00

Latin Billboard Honors Wisin & Yandel with 5 Nominations

Categories include Hot Latin Song of the Year, Vocal Duet, Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Reggaeton Song of the Year, Latin Ringtone of the Year, and Compilation of the Year

San Juan, Puerto Rico (PRWEB) February 20, 2007

The most prestigious publication in the music industry has honored Wisin and Yandel (http://wisinyandelpr. com) with five nominations for the Latin Billboard Awards (http://www. billboardevents. com/billboardevents/latin/index. jsp). The Duo were nominated to the categories of Hot Latin Song of the Year - Vocal Duet for "Noche de Sexo" featuring Aventura; Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year; Reggaeton Song of the Year for "Pam Pam"; Latin Ringtone of the Year for "Rakata"; and Compilation of the Year for "Los Vaqueros." The awards will be presented on April 26 in the city of Miami.

"We are very happy and satisfied with the nominations received from Latin Billboard. These nominations reaffirm that our efforts and hard work have not been in vain and it motivates us to continue striving to offer the best of ourselves," stated Wisin & Yandel upon hearing the good news.

This week, the Duo is traveling to Panama and Venezuela for several performances and next week they will be in Miami attending the Lo Nuestro Awards, where Wisin & Yandel have been nominated in three categories: Artist of the Year, Song of the Year and Album of the Year.

To commemorate St. Valentine's Day, the urban artists launched the remix of "Yo te quiero" with Luis Fonsi, the internationally renowned ballad singer. The song was recorded during the beginning of February and incorporates Luis Fonsi's unique style to the urban song that has caused a sensation among the public and music industry alike.

The Duo is also scheduled to visit Colombia to comply with several contractual commitments in the cities of Bogota, Cali, and Armenia. Once these commitments are finalized, Wisin & Yandel will return to the island to focus their efforts on the concerts, which are schedule to be held in the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum on March 16 and 17.

The production team is working hard to create a spectacular event," Wisin & Yandel stated. "We are meeting practically on a daily basis to go over the details, since this is a very complex production, which has required the recruitment of additional personnel and experts from other jurisdictions to guarantee that everything in this transcendental event is of the utmost quality," they added.

Paco López, who is producing the event, indicated that it would again include the musical direction Maestro Ángelo Torres and his band. Choreographer Juan Carlos García will be in charge of the stage setup and the 10 dancers participating in both concerts. In addition, renowned designer and stylist, Ed Coreano will design the artists' wardrobe for the concerts. The event will also feature special lighting effects, dry ice, pyrotechnic, and visuals that will add dynamic and colorful elements to the concerts.

Wisin & Yandel reiterated their satisfaction that only 5 weeks after the ticket sales for the concert began, a second event had to be opened due to the tremendous demand the concert has had.

"We invite everyone to attend and witness what will definitely be another historical event," concluded the Dynamic Duo.

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Intetics Co. Announces Official Start of its Operations

2011-10-01T22:33:00.000-07:00

Intetics Co. Announces Official Start of its Operations

Arlington Heights, IL, United States - March 12, 2003 - Intetics Co., an Illinois-based software and web development company, has announced official start of its operations. The company provides a full range of IT services, including custom software development, Internet and e-commerce solutions, multimedia, flash and web design, website maintenance and promotion.

(PRWEB) May 9, 2003

Today every company is looking for information technology solutions for running a successful business. Traditional software desktop applications are still the mainstay, so Internet solutions are in great demand. Successful companies seek out a reliable partner that can help them choose the most effective solution and then assist in implementing it with the highest level of quality. Intetics fully addresses these issues providing strong management and technical expertise, highest quality, along with knowledge of American IT market dynamics, satisfying the most demanding requirements and constraints of the classic Project Management triangle: Scope-Time-Resources. An additional competitive advantage of the company is the use of development resources in Eastern Europe. The company has partnered with Web Space StationÂ® of Prague, Czech Republic.

A combination of local staff used on a per-project basis with overseas resources and the companyÂs low overhead allows Intetics to maximize flexibility, scale up or down depending on demand for its services, and to pass the savings along to its valued customers. This business model ensures risk free, seamless development of distinct IT solutions at very reasonable prices.

As a total IT solution provider, we are not biased for or against any particular technology platform. Our specialists have a broad focus and can program, develop, and design employing several languages and platforms. Thus, the universal and versatile skills we bring to the table allow us to develop even complex projects without running up the costs and without quality degradation.

Intetics stands for ÂInternet. Technology. Ethics.Â We share these values with our customers. We invite you to become acquainted with our companyÂs services and products. You can contact us for an exclusive free consultation on your project or choose a ready business solution from the products offered by Intetics for insurance and mortgage business, retail e-commerce, information exchange and electronic publishing, travel, real estate and many other industries.

Roots Recovered Travel, The Online Travel Agency That Provides the Tools to Take Control of Travels to Africa and Anywhere in the World

2011-10-01T15:03:00.000-07:00

Roots Recovered Travel, The Online Travel Agency That Provides the Tools to Take Control of Travels to Africa and Anywhere in the World

Roots Recovered! the how-to guide for tracing African American and West Indian Roots back to Africa and going there for free or on a shoestring budget.

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 7, 2006

As concerns over the downturn spiral of the economy continues to grow nationwide, many people are trying to find innovative ways of cutting costs without cutting corners. Out of this need, emerges Roots Recovered Travel, the premiere online website for African Heritage Travel www. rootsrecoveredtravel. com. This is an online travel agency that offers the tools to take control of travels to Africa and anywhere in the world.

Go to Roots Recovered Travel to find custom tours to Ghana, Senegal, The Gambia, Burkina Faso, Mali, Cote D'Ivoire, Togo, Benin, Morocco, Egypt, Ethiopia, and South Africa. The world is their playground and West Africa is their backyard.

Find the best priced trips, flights, vacation packages & cruises and all domestic & international destinations. Take control of trips within the United States to Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, Asia and anywhere in the world. Roots Recovered Travel has the state of the art search engine powered by Travelocity, extremely competitive pricing, 24 hour customer support with a 1200 person call center. Roots Recovered Travel uses 61 airlines and over 5500 hotels and resorts for Cruises, Hotels, Airlines, Car Rentals and much more. Roots Recovered Travel offers travel for less than or equal to the other major online travel sites. Roots Recovered Travel is discounted travel but not discounted service because it represents the best in customer service.

At Roots Recovered Travel learn how to become a travel professional. Become an online travel agent and experience the industry courtesies and discounts first hand while earning an excellent income. Make the next vacation a tax write off.

Purchase the acclaimed travel guide Roots Recovered! The How To Guide for Tracing African-American and West Indian Roots Back to Africa and Going There FOR FREE OR ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET. Roots Recovered is a travel guide unlike any other. Not only does it tell the reader how to fly to Africa for free or very cheaply, it guides the reader on how to trace their roots back to specific tribal groupings utilizing a combination of traditional genealogy methods, the Internet and DNA technology.

The travel guide, which was published in January 2004, has been featured by some prominent critics; and has been enthusiastically received by such people as "Tavis Smiley on National Public Radio"; The Africa meets Africa radio broadcast on Pacifica Radio with Angelique Shofar and CN-8 News plus numerous radio interviews and lectures. The author, James White, has also appeared in Columbus Ohio with Dr. Rick Kittles of African Ancestry, who is the pioneer of African DNA tracing, at an event sponsored by the Young Professionals Association of the Columbus Urban League. Mr. White most recently appeared on the radio show Just About Books Talk Show on Harambee Radio with the Internet talk show diva Cheryl Robinson.

Go to Roots Recovered Travel www. rootsrecoveredtravel. com and learn to take control of your travel.

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Bacchus Gold Card Announces Unrivaled Benefits for Wine Enthusiasts and Fundraising for Charities

2011-10-01T07:32:00.000-07:00

Bacchus Gold Card Announces Unrivaled Benefits for Wine Enthusiasts and Fundraising for Charities

Bacchus Gold Card announces launch of new membership program delivering unrivaled benefits to wine enthusiasts and fundraising for charities: “Uncorked” in time for holiday gift season. The membership entitles wine enthusiasts to extraordinary benefits at participating wineries including, complimentary wine tastings for two, 15% discount on wine purchases, concierge wine tasting scheduling service, discounts on travel, lodging, dining, shopping, attractions and more.

Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) November 16, 2009

Bacchus Gold Card announces launch of new membership program delivering unrivaled benefits to wine enthusiasts and fundraising for charities: “Uncorked” in time for holiday gift season. The membership entitles wine enthusiasts to extraordinary benefits at participating wineries including, complimentary wine tastings for two, discounts on wine purchases, concierge wine tasting scheduling service, discounts on travel, lodging, dining, shopping, attractions and more.

Steve Bender, President and Founder of the International Bacchus Society developed the Bacchus Gold Card program to offer charities a valuable fund raising method in light of the current economy and tight budgets across the board. “We’re working closely with several charities to promote the Bacchus Gold Card program to raise funds for their worthy causes by offering an exclusive membership program which also makes a unique gift for a wine lover; just in time for the holiday gift season. Additionally, we’re donating a portion of the net proceeds to benefit Bacchus Doc-in-a-Box,” said Bender. Bacchus Doc-in-a-Box is a nationwide program working in conjunction with the Africa Project and high schools to repurpose 20 foot shipping containers into mini community medical centers that will be shipped to underdeveloped areas of the world and staffed to provide purified drinking water, first aid, vaccinations, personal hygiene & safety education to villagers. Steve Bender also says, “The program is very exciting because in addition to benefiting a very worthy cause, it teaches young adults in the U. S. to be philanthropic and environmentally conscious while learning valuable skills such as, planning, building, marketing, fund-raising, etc.”

Annual membership in the Bacchus Gold Card program is $129 and delivers valuable savings to complete the wine country visit experience. Bacchus Gold Card also provides discounts of up to 50% off at more than 135,000 merchants nationwide for travel, lodging, dining, entertainment, shopping and services through the Entertainment® program; delivering everyday value between wine country visits! Members who use the Bacchus Gold Card can achieve thousands of dollars in savings annually, which is ever more important these days. Bacchus Gold Card is the perfect gift to give yourself, your clients and every wine lover you know!

The Bacchus Gold Card program also offers distinguished wineries valuable marketing exposure to a target audience of wine enthusiasts to draw them to their winery and tasting room and build personal relationships with them. This program complements existing marketing strategies and will benefit every winery. Wine enthusiasts, wineries and charities all benefit from the Bacchus Gold Card program!

About Bacchus Gold Card:
Bacchus Gold Card is a membership program designed to reward philanthropic wine enthusiasts with access to exclusive member benefits and incredible discounts on wine tastings, wine purchases and wine related travel & events, while helping raise funds and awareness for charities nationwide. To learn more visit our website. (http://www. bacchusgoldcard. com)

Contact:
Kathleen D’Angelo
Bacchus Gold Card
(949) 355-2802
Kathleen(at)bacchusgoldcard. com
Http://www. bacchusgoldcard. com (http://www. bacchusgoldcard. com)

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Florida IT Staffing Firm Finishes First Stage of Nationwide Push to Provide Staffing Services

2011-09-30T22:05:00.000-07:00

Florida IT Staffing Firm Finishes First Stage of Nationwide Push to Provide Staffing Services

After a year of what the Company's founders called the "beta phase," Florida-based IT staffing agency Integrisource IT Staffing is moving to the next phase of providing nationwide IT staffing and recruiting services to its clients.

Tallahassee, FL (PRWEB) February 11, 2009

Integrisource IT Staffing, a Florida-based staffing and personnel management agency, officially took its services nationwide last year, and is celebrating the end of what the company's founders call the "beta phase" of the firm's nationwide growth. Integrisource IT Staffing (http://www. itstaffingrecruiting. com) recruits, interviews, screens, and places highly-skilled IT candidates for its clients. Previously operating solely in Florida and Maryland, Integrisource IT Staffing now works with clients and candidates across the United States, drawing on the experience of its founders to provide contract, contract-to-hire and permanent placement staffing services for clients seeking qualified information technology candidates.

The Company's founders bring their many years of experience in both the public and private sectors to the candidate recruitment and placement process, focusing on efficiently meeting client needs while forming mutually beneficial relationships with both employers and employment candidates. The niche focus on the information technology industry has served both the Company and its clients well, with Integrisource's recruiters and IT HR managers "speaking the same language" when discussing the qualifications of highly skilled employees.

Said Michael Wist, the Company's Director of Operations, "Internal hiring managers come to us daily speaking the language of IT, so we've become well-versed in the argot of the industry - from SOX compliance initiatives to. Net staffing (http://www. itstaffingrecruiting. com/.net), we understand the processes that our clients are going through, and have ourselves engaged in a such a great deal of application development and architecture, as well as IT initiatives in general, that we get it…we really do. Now, we've fully committed to learning the nuances of working in all 50 U. S. states, and have internal staff that focus on nothing but understanding those nuances. So far, it's working out great."

"By combining a traditional, yet progressive, staffing model with the reach of the Internet and a diligent and efficient approach to candidate assessment, interviewing and screening, we have overcome the traditional geographic barriers and inefficiencies that tend to hinder agencies in our industry," said Matthew Blevins, the Company's Director of Marketing. Blevins added, "We've been at the national approach for about a year now and have faced no significant hurdles to providing superior IT staffing and recruiting services to our clients. We've been fortunate enough to have worked with clients in all 50 U. S. states and we feel confident that our dedication to their success keeps them coming back to us when they need highly-qualified IT personnel for their contract and permanent placements."

Speaking of the benefits of a nationwide approach, Wist noted, "We feel that we can service our clients and assist our candidates more effectively than an agency with a physical presence in a given region because we don't have to artificially inflate pricing to account for the unnecessary expenses associated with small regional and national satellite offices. Everything happens for us in one location and, as a result, we are able to service our clients and candidates with a familiarity and immediacy that does not exist in the traditional staffing model. In many instances, our recruiters travel around the country to meet with clients and prospective candidates, but the travel expenses incurred are far less than those associated with the creation and maintenance of nationwide offices."

With administrative burdens removed and expenses cut by maintaining a single office and highly-mobile IT recruiters, the sole focus of the Integrisource IT Staffing team is on securing the best possible candidates for clients and placing them in rewarding temporary and permanent positions. The new nationwide approach is presented online through the new "Integrisource IT Staffing" website, located at itstaffingrecruiting. com.

Integrisource IT Staffing will provide its nationwide IT staffing agency services and IT candidates for all of the major information technology focus areas, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP human resources (http://www. itstaffingrecruiting. com/erp)), Oracle PeopleSoft (http://www. itstaffingrecruiting. com/oracle) and SAP staffing (http://www. itstaffingrecruiting. com/sap), PMI Certified candidates, database design, administration and support, network administration and support, CCNA, CCNP and CCIE, application development, business analysis, project management, quality assurance, system conversions, technical writing, Middleware and all major software and web development focus areas, including Core Dossier, .NET, Six Sigma, Visual Basic, ASP, Java, J2EE, C/C++, HTML, DHTML, XML, UML, Cold Fusion and many more.

About Integrisource IT Staffing:
Integrisource IT Staffing is a Tallahassee IT staffing (http://www. itstaffingrecruiting. com/tallahassee) and recruiting agency. The Company focuses on placing talented and highly-qualified information technology candidates in contract, contract-to-hire and permanent employment positions across the U. S.

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Cormorants by lantern light, mist wreathed mountains, and quaint canal cities create perfect backdrop for photographic exploration

2011-09-26T16:48:00.000-07:00

Cormorants by lantern light, mist wreathed mountains, and quaint canal cities create perfect backdrop for photographic exploration

Lotus Travel, Inc. a specialty tour operator to China and SE Asia introduces new ÂFocus on China: A Photographic ExplorationÂ Tour.

(PRWEB) June 21, 2002

Seattle Â June 19, 2002 Â Lotus Travel, Inc. a specialty tour operator to China and SE Asia introduces new ÂFocus on China: A Photographic ExplorationÂ Tour.

Departing from Los Angeles on October 18, photographers can immerse themselves in the best of China sightseeing with a twist Â a focus on photography. This 13-day tour is filled with photographic opportunities in the capital city of Beijing, ancient capital of Xian, Guilin Â noted as one of the most beautiful scenic areas in the world, the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, and the newly restored canal town of Zhujiajiao.

Tour participants will have the opportunity to enjoy many photographic opportunities including photographing Beijing opera performers as they ready for an evening performance, capture intricate alley-way Hutong neighborhoods, record ancient neighborhoods in Xian, photograph spectacular sunrises and mist wreathed mountains of Guilin and Yangshuo including an expedition with cormorant fishermen by lantern light, and more.

Lotus Travel has a clear vision for special interest tours in sought out by tourists, educational institutions, and corporations wanting to gain a deeper understanding of China, the history, culture, cuisine, etc. All of Lotus TravelÂs itineraries can be customized to fit a clients preferences, budget, and more. Over 15,000 clients have traveled with Lotus Travel receiving the individual attention and top customer service Lotus is famous for.

Creating an economical, yet fully featured, photographic tour that all levels of photographers can enjoy has been the highest priority for the staff at Lotus. Tour rate is $2699 per person, double. Including international coach class airfare from Los Angeles, all China intra-air and ground transportation, deluxe hotel accommodations, meals, sightseeing, services or private driver and English speaking guide, and more.

For additional information about Lotus Travel Inc.Âs Photographic Exploration and other tours, contact Marketing & Sales Manager, Kim Howarth via email: kimh@lotustours. net or by phone: 1-800-956-8873, fax: 425-641-8495 or visit the companyÂs website at http://www. lotustours. net (http://www. lotustours. net).

Marquis Los Cabos 5th Anniversary Celebration Offers One-Fifth Off Guests' Accommodations -- Plus All Dining and Spa

2011-09-26T04:30:00.000-07:00

Marquis Los Cabos 5th Anniversary Celebration Offers One-Fifth Off Guests' Accommodations -- Plus All Dining and Spa

The "5th Anniversary Marquis Celebration" at Marquis Los Cabos stretches the U. S. vacation dollar by offering its five-star amenities at one-fifth off the regular price through October 31st. Guests will enjoy accommodations, as well as all the hotel's dining and spa offerings, at 20% off in honor of the resort's anniversary.

Los Cabos (PRWEB) June 4, 2008

"We wanted to do something extra special with our fifth anniversary," said Ella Messerli, general manager of Marquis Los Cabos, "and realized that one of the most meaningful and appreciated gestures is a major break on the stellar dining and spa treats at Marquis Los Cabos, as well as on the room rate."

The special is available exclusively to travelers booking through the hotel's website, http://www. marquisloscabos. com.

Located on the Sea of Cortez, called "the world's aquarium" and the "Galapagos of North America," Marquis Los Cabos features a profusion of soothing water features, including a 36-foot waterfall cascading from the lobby into the central pool, serpentine infinity pools overlooking the ocean with pods for sunset gazing, and a total of 40 pools, including private plunge pools. The resort is near the village of San Jose del Cabo as well as Robert Trent Jones' Cabo Real and Jack Nicklaus' Cabo del Sol golf courses.

Marquis Los Cabos guests bask in luxury with pleasures such as Bulgari bath amenities, Frette linens, and an extraordinary collection of contemporary Latin American art on display in the public areas and guest rooms. Accommodations offer ocean views, private balconies and hydro-massage tubs.

Spa Marquis, where guests receive holistic body treatments, uses cactus oils, agave, sea salt and indigenous seaweed, and is the only Los Cabos member of Leading Spas of the World.

Dining options include the refined, 20-seat Canto del Mar, where Chef Thierry Dufour, a two-star Michelin chef, prepares a daily prix fixe menu. Casual dining on seafood, Mexican, European and resort specialties is also available at the Vista Ballenas and Dos Mares restaurants.

Since its 2003 opening, the 237-suite beachfront Marquis Los Cabos Resort, one of Cabo's leading luxury resorts, has earned the travel industry's most coveted awards including "World's Best" (Travel + Leisure); "Gold List Award" (Conde Nast Traveler); the AAA Four Diamond Award, and the Five Star Diamond Award for its Canto del Mar restaurant.

Suite rates start at $380 through October 10. After applying the one-fifth discount, the suite rates start at $304 through October 10.

For more information or reservations please visit http://www. marquisloscabos. com.

Contact:
Beth Preddy or Megan Sterritt
KWE group, inc.
305-476-5424
(preddy @ kwegroup. com)
Sterritt@kwegroup. com

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FindingAthletes. com Paves the Way for High School Athletes Seeking Scholarships

2011-09-19T23:13:00.000-07:00

FindingAthletes. com Paves the Way for High School Athletes Seeking Scholarships

Finding Athletes announces the launch of a new website that revolutionizes the collegiate athlete recruiting process. Findingathletes. com networks college coaches and recruiters with parents of high school athletes who want to compete at the college level.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) December 11, 2008

FindingAthletes. com announces the launch of a new website that revolutionizes the collegiate athlete recruiting process. Developed to fill a void in the student athlete recruiting world, findingathletes. com networks college coaches and recruiters with parents of high school athletes who want to compete at the college level. Finding Athletes provides the student athlete and parent with a step-by-step Athlete Resource Guide that encompasses the major rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

"As a parent, it was hard to know how NCAA rules apply, and how I could best help get my daughter's name out there to coaches. Finding Athletes is a godsend," says Anna Wessels whose daughter, Jenna plays golf at St. Mary's University in San Antonio. "I also like the fact that the site is secure and that only legitimate registered college recruiters have access to our personal information."

For coaches, no other tool streamlines the recruiting process like Finding Athletes. Instead of spending hours combing through meet results, traveling, and making phone calls to attract the best athletes for their team, coaches and recruiters can just click on the website to determine which athletes satisfy their athletic program needs. Hans Dersch, former Texas A&M coach and Olympic gold medalist said, "I used to spend hours at home cold-calling athletes who had no idea who I was or what to expect. Finding Athletes. com saves a lot of time and frustration."

Coaches can click to see stats, rankings, test scores, grades and highlight clips. Finding Athletes can also provide a complete contact list of all persons (coaches, counselors, parents, and trainers) associated with the athlete. Finding Athletes includes all 30 scholarship sports. No other website introduces athletes to college coaches and recruiters in every men's and women's scholarship sport.

"An athlete's chances of obtaining a scholarship are dramatically increased by maximum exposure. The key to achieving this is by ensuring the accessibility of a large number of recruiters to an athlete's accurate profile," says the organization's president, Jason Green. With tuition costs on the rise, at a rate of 40% in the last five years alone, and recruiting budgets on the decline, Finding Athletes is a welcomed vehicle for parents, coaches, and athletes.

As an additional innovation, Finding Athletes is provided free of charge to all qualified coaches and recruiters, unlike some recruiting networks which charge colleges and recruiters in excess of $20,000 per year to access athlete profiles. Athletic directors can use that money for scholarships instead of recruiting expenses.

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7 Money-Saving Summer Travel Tips

2011-09-13T14:19:00.000-07:00

7 Money-Saving Summer Travel Tips

The LendingTree. com '7 for 7' is a snappy, weekly column that came from the idea of providing visitors to LendingTree. com "seven smart borrowing tips to get you through the week." It then became the "Daily Candy" of the financial world providing readers a fun outlet that helps navigate tough money and budget decisions from the very big to the very small. Today's '7 for 7' shares great ways to have fun this summer, on a budget. 'Cause as we say, 'Roam, if you want to, in 2008.'

Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) June 28, 2008

2008 may just become known as the year of the "staycation." (http://www. lendingtree. com/smartborrower/Money-Management/7-money-saving-summer-travel-tips. aspx) The idea of vacationing in place during your time off from work or school has been around a while, but this summer, high gas prices, a weak dollar and jitters about the economy in general have many Americans staying home. Those who do plan to travel may need to be a little savvier to stay on-budget in '08. Here are 7 money-saving travel tips for all you summer "go-away-cationers":

1. Minimize driving
Rising gas prices (http://www. lendingtree. com/smartborrower/Car-Facts/7-ways-to-save-on-gas. aspx) mean that this may not be the best year to take that rambling driving tour across the country. Plan a modified staycation - leave home, but pick a destination (such as an all-inclusive resort) where you can go and stay.

2. Stay stateside
The dollar doesn't go as far as it did last summer in most international tourist destinations, so this might be a good year to take a domestic vacation (http://www. lendingtree. com/smartborrower/Smarter-spending/How-to-save-money-on-travel. aspx). If you must travel abroad, you can usually get a better currency exchange rate at an ATM, rather than an exchange desk. Use a credit card for major expenses, such as your hotel bill.

3. Travel light
Most major airlines are now charging an extra fee for fliers with more than one checked bag and any especially heavy bags. Many have also increased the penalty for making flight changes once you've booked.

4. Get creative with accommodations
Don't settle for the first room rate you're offered. If you're staying at a national chain hotel, check rates online, then call the hotel's national toll-free number, as well as the hotel's direct local number. Think about getting a room at an extended stay hotel with a kitchen, so you can save on food costs. And consider alternative accommodations - such as a hostel, a campsite or a friend or relative's house.

5. Be a high-tech gas price hunter
Technology has made it easier to find the cheapest gas prices (http://www. lendingtree. com/smartborrower/Car-Facts/7-ways-to-save-on-gas. aspx) anywhere in the country. If you're driving to your destination, go to one of the many online gas price sites and map out your route before you leave home. Once you're on the road, you can get updated cheap gas information via text message from those same sites.

6. Find savings in numbers
The cost of gas gets a lot cheaper if you share it with a car full of friends. Once you get to your destination, you can always go your own ways if you want.

7. Book smart
This year especially, you can get great discounts if you purchase a vacation package that includes your flight, hotel and rental car. And flexible travelers will find lots of last-minute deals.

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Deals in London Save London Tourists Over £200 on Eating Out and Going Out

2011-09-12T12:29:00.000-07:00

Deals in London Save London Tourists Over £200 on Eating Out and Going Out

Tourists visiting London this summer can save over £200 on eating out and going out in London. Instead of paying full price for everything, they can now get money off coupons and 2 for 1 deals in London.

(PRWEB) July 26, 2010

Tourists visiting London who intend to eat out in central London restaurants or go to the theatre are guaranteed to make £200 worth of savings with a newly launched discount pack.

EPok. com (http://www. epok. com), based in London, has re-launched its EPok London Pack so that London tourists can get 2 for 1 deals in London and save money on eating out and going out.

The EPok London Pack contains money off coupons for the theatres, restaurants and bars of central London. Visitors can buy the Pack from the EPok. com website or selected travel agents and are guaranteed to make at least £200 worth of savings or they get their money back on the Pack price.

"Visitors to London tend to get ripped off and pay more for things than they have to because they don't about these London deals (http://www. epok. com/london-deals)," said Norman Peters, co-founder of EPok. com.

"Eating out in London is a tourist's biggest expense. Yet they can cut that expense by half simply by using the deals in our Pack, he said."

Not surprisingly, the most popular items in the EPok London Pack are the 2 for 1 meal deals for various London restaurants. Restaurants range from quite expensive to simple casual dining and if you tell EPok. com what type of cuisine you don't like, they won't give you deals for that type of cuisine.

But the Pack doesn't just have money saving deals and offers. It also has practical advice to help a tourist fit in more easily and feel more like a Londoner than a tourist. To help a tourist do this the Pack has a free guide titled, 'What Every Tourist Ought To Know About London.'

The guide covers topics such as how to get 2 for 1 deals at some of the most famous London attractions, what to wear so you don't feel like a tourist and how much to tip in London.

Also included in the Pack is a What's on in London guide (http://www. epok. com/whats-on-in-london) specific for the time you're in London. So if there's a local event on that's just been announced, you'll know about it.

"We think the What's on in London guide is one of the unsung heroes of the Pack. It's all well and good knowing what sights you're going to see. But what are you going to do in the evenings or when the sightseeing is over. That's when you'll be glad you had the guide and the Pack," said Mr Peters.

The EPok London Pack is available now from EPok. com or you can ask your travel agent. It costs £35 and comes with a full money back guarantee.

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You Are Getting Curious...Very Curious...Announcing a New Updated Version of Learn Hypnosis...Now

2011-09-11T21:27:00.000-07:00

You Are Getting Curious...Very Curious...Announcing a New Updated Version of Learn Hypnosis...Now

Liquid Mirror Enterprises has released a new updated version of Learn Hypnosis... Now!, the book that thousands of people around the world have read to learn the truth about hypnosis. The latest release includes new hypnosis scripts that can be used to hypnotize anyone, expanded content on stage hypnosis, and a new downloadable package with sample chapters so visitors can read part of the book with Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat Reader before deciding to purchase.

(PRWEB) December 8, 2005

Six years ago, computer software publisher Michael Stevenson bought a "quit smoking" hypnosis tape at the county fair. After years of trying to quit, he had almost given up hope. Ignoring his feelings of defeat, he listened to the tape for three days and never touched another cigarette. Not only did hypnosis save Michael from years of lung damage, but it changed the course of his life. He spent years studying every book in print, and thousands of dollars on training and certification. Now, this board certified clinical hypnotherapist is teaching thousands to hypnotize themselves and others with his breakthrough book, Learn Hypnosis... Now!

Most people are completely misinformed about hypnosis, which has long been accepted by the American Medical Association, the American Dental Association and the American Board of Psychologists since the mid-1960s. Hollywood movies and fiction writers have led us to believe that hypnotism requires magical powers or special abilities. In fact, performing hypnosis requires no special abilities. You just have to know what to say.

You may not know it, but chances are you've already been hypnotized. Have you ever been daydreaming; so oblivious to the world that you didn't even hear someone speaking to you or calling your name? Ever read a book or watch a movie and get so caught up that you lose track of all time and feel as though you are "there"? Have you ever been driving down the road and suddenly "snap to," wondering how you have traveled the last few miles? These are all altered-states, where your subconscious mind has taken over while your conscious mind wanders. In essence, you have been hypnotized.

In his book, Learn Hypnosis... Now!, clinical hypnotherapist Michael Stevenson tells readers everything they need to know to debunk the myths and understand what hypnosis really is. He then teaches readers exactly what to say to hypnotize themselves and others with eleven styles of hypnotic induction and even includes hypnosis scripts to lose weight, manage anger, alleviate stress, eliminate insomnia and more.

Learn Hypnosis... Now! is available in ebook, paperback and audio book formats, costs $19.99(US), and may be purchased securely online at https://www. learnhypnosisnow. com/cart/purchase. asp (https://www. learnhypnosisnow. com/cart/purchase. asp). The paperback and audio book can also be purchased from Amazon. com. You can download free sample chapters compatible with Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat Reader on Windows and Macintosh from the website at www. learnhypnosisnow. com.

Contact:

Michael Stevenson

Liquid Mirror Enterprises

10073 Valley View St. #121

Cypress, CA 90630 USA

Phone (800) 516-9167

(949) 273-4810

Fax (714) 242-1736

Internet: http://www. learnhypnosisnow. com/ (http://www. learnhypnosisnow. com/)

Review Copy Available on Request

About Liquid Mirror Enterprises:

Liquid Mirror Enterprises is a software and web development company based in Cypress, California. Established in 1995, Liquid Mirror specializes in the production of award-winning software and eBooks, including AnyWhere 8 Pro and Starbrite. Liquid Mirror runs SWMirror. com, a file hosting service for software authors, developers, and publishers, as well as companies that distribute electronic content or data products online. In addition, Liquid Mirror Enterprises owns and manages popular Internet sites, including Liquid Mirror Publishing (www. liquidmirror. com), The Shareware Junction Network (www. sharewarejunction. com), and Learn Hypnosis... Now! (www. learnhypnososnow. com).

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Unique Dog Gifts at Good-Doggie. com

2011-09-09T00:10:00.000-07:00

Unique Dog Gifts at Good-Doggie. com

Good-Doggie Pet Supplies has launched a website of unique, high quality pet products for dogs and people. Snazzy collars & leads in colors, textures and patterns like Moose Mania and Flower Power are featured along with wrought iron designer beds and handmade ceramic bowls.

(PRWEB) December 2, 2004

Good-Doggie Pet Supplies has launched a website of unique pet products for dogs & owners at www. good-doggie. com. Good-Doggie. com features clever and chic products carefully selected for their design and quality and to provide a fun shopping experience for pets and owners. Faux reptile collars and leads in bright colors, woven collars & leads in over a dozen popular patterns such as Moose Mania or Wee Fishies, handmade ceramic bowls, raised feeding stations, wrought iron beds, and the original Pet Tent; are a sample of the thoughtful mix of products. Gifts for the dog lover include velvet Christmas stockings for specific breeds such as Golden Retriever and Shih Tzu, charming wrought iron leash hooks with a silhouette of your favorite breed, and artsy watercolor and photo collage holiday cards from artist Beth Bloch.

A section on pet travel has a wide selection of folding dog dishes, a folding bed, fanny packs for people & pets, car booster seats, Pet Wheel Aways to pull your pet carrier behind you or wear as a backpack, weekend gear bags and more. A future directory of pet-friendly hotels and restaurants is planned.

Good-Doggie. com is more than a store. It is a community for pet owners that includes a Pet Gallery that owners can submit photos to be selected for posting. The Pet Tales section features stories of pets including hero stories, service dog stories, funny pet stories and pet memorials.

About www. Good-Doggie. com

Michael & Debra Hermsmeier have launched Good-Doggie. com to share unique gifts for pets and owners. Their dog Sadie, is the mascot of the site and inspiration along with a large community of family and friends who are dog owners. The Hermsmeiers enjoy traveling with their dog Sadie, so they have first-hand experience with the travel products needed, as well as a personal interest in pet-friendly businesses when they travel.

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British Gas Consolidates its Position at the Top of Best Buy Tables with 10% Price Cuts, Says Confused. com

2011-09-08T05:07:00.000-07:00

British Gas Consolidates its Position at the Top of Best Buy Tables with 10% Price Cuts, Says Confused. com

"These latest reductions now place the WebSaver 3 tariff firmly at the top of the energy 'best buy' tables."

Cardiff (PRWEB) May 9, 2009

Gareth Kloet, head of energy prices (http://www. confused. com/gas-electricity) at Confused. com, comments on British Gas's decision to ease the financial burden for 4.5million customers, by reducing its standard electricity prices by 10%:

"British Gas's latest announcement reaffirms its position as the cheapest electricity supplier in Britain, with rates of up to £111 less than those provided by some local suppliers. Following hot on the heels of its 10% February price cuts for gas, British Gas customers will now save an average of £132 on their dual fuel annual bills

"In order for customers to make the most of these recent price cuts, they should opt for British Gas's WebSaver 3 tariff which was launched today and tracks 6% below the new standard tariff prices, until August 2010. This means that whether prices go up, down, or remain the same, customers will pay a minimum of 6% less than the standard tariff prices. The only catch is that customers will have to pay a fee of £30 for gas and £30 for electricity should they cancel the tariff before December 2009. They will also need to manage their bills online.

"As the largest energy provider in the UK, any reduction in prices by British Gas is welcome news to new and existing customers, who also have their electricity with them. These latest reductions now place the WebSaver 3 tariff firmly at the top of the energy 'best buy' tables. British Gas has certainly thrown down the gauntlet to its rivals, and we will be watching the market closely to see how the other energy companies will respond to the latest maneuver in the energy price war.

"However, it is difficult to know if these cuts are the shape of things to come as any price changes by other providers are more likely to depend on acquisition strategies for customer growth, than on current market prices. Only today, E. ON launched an extension to its fixed tariff that suggests that it doesn't think that prices will fall in the near future. It therefore makes sense for customers to opt for the highly competitive WebSaver 3 tariff which promises to track a further 6% below even the standard rate cuts.

"British Gas really seems to be upping its game, in the battle for energy custom, and the fact that 4.5 million customers will benefit from these price cuts is great news. However, British Gas boasts 10.1 million customers which means that there are almost 6 million customers who could benefit still further. We would advise all energy customers to review their current tariff and provider, and ensure they are getting the best deal available on the market. Energy comparison (http://www. confused. com/gas-electricity) and switching providers has never been easier, or more important, in order to ensure that customers are not overpaying for their energy, and British Gas has just made the reason even more compelling!"

For further information please contact:
Gareth Kloet Press office, Confused. com: 07966 722063/02920 434 398
Joanna Harte/Gug Kyriacou, Polhill Communications: 020 7655 0550

Notes to editors
About Confused. com:
Confused. com is one of the UK's biggest and most popular price comparison services. Launched in 2002, it generates over one million quotes per month. It has expanded its range of comparison products over the last couple of years to include car insurance (http://www. confused. com), home insurance, travel insurance, pet insurance, van insurance, motorbike insurance, breakdown cover and energy, as well as financial services products including credit cards, loans, mortgages and life insurance.

Confused. com has all of the 'Big Six' energy providers on its panel, customers can save £252* on their annual energy bill by switching with Confused. com

Confused. com is not a supplier, insurance company or broker. It provides a free, objective and unbiased comparison service. By using cutting-edge technology, it has developed a series of intelligent web-based solutions that evaluate a number of risk factors to help customers with their decision-making, subsequently finding them great deals on a wide-range of insurance products, financial services, utilities and more.

Confused. com's service is based on the most up-to-date information provided by UK suppliers and industry regulators.

Confused. com is owned by the Admiral Group plc. Admiral listed on the London Stock Exchange in September 2004. Confused. com is regulated by the FSA.

Confused. com customers saved an average of £252.37 on their annual energy bill in 2008.

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ÂThese are the very first words of my travel diary. Who knows what the last will be?Â For those who sit and dream, and those who sprout wings and embark on that one great trip of a lifetime

2011-09-07T15:12:00.000-07:00

ÂThese are the very first words of my travel diary. Who knows what the last will be?Â For those who sit and dream, and those who sprout wings and embark on that one great trip of a lifetime....

Something Sensational by Anne Marie Forrest Something Sensational by Anne Marie Forrest will be published on 1st Sept. 2002. A Poolbeg paperback original. ISBN 184 223 0727. Price: Â8.99

(PRWEB) August 31, 2002

ÂThese are the very first words of my travel diary. Who knows what the last will be?Â

For those who sit and dream, and those who sprout wings and embark on that one great trip of a lifetime comes Something Sensational.

Bestselling author of Who will love Polly Odlum? and Dancing Days Anne Marie Forrest has once again crafted an inspiring novel, filled with twists and turns, humour and surprise, that shows this talented author at her most brilliant. Her sharp insight and perceptive observations almost make you forget that you are in a world of fiction and that you are not accompanying her characters on their journey.

Maeve, Genevieve, Laura and Debbie, connected by little other than the fact that they were at school together, head off on the holiday of a lifetime, to spend three months backpacking through South-east Asia.

To mark the great event, Genevieve has bought each of them a diary to record their marvellous adventures.

But as their journey progresses the girls accounts of events take dramatic turns as each diary tells a very different story.

Personal journeys. Personal stories. Sometimes dangerous. Always sensational!

To read Something Sensational is to be filled with that satisfying sense of having travelled.

The Justin Graves Band Announces Release of its Newest CD, 'Love God. Love Others.'

2011-09-06T22:55:00.000-07:00

The Justin Graves Band Announces Release of its Newest CD, 'Love God. Love Others.'

Proceeds from this CD support Justin Graves Ministries in spreading the Love of God through music

San Antonio, TX (Vocus) December 14, 2009

The newest worship CD from the Justin Graves Band, “Love God. Love Others.” is now available at www. justingravesband. com]. Songs on the album include “Undignified,” “Love the Lord,” “Everlasting God,” “Open the Eyes,” “Mighty to Save” and “This Little Light of Mine.”

Proceeds from this CD support Justin Graves Ministries.

Justin has dedicated his life to worshiping God through music, and is now taking another step in this ministry. Justin and his wife/manager (and sometimes bass player) Michelle Graves have formed a non-profit organization – Justin Graves Ministries – with the vision of taking their music to anyone who asks. Here are some of the highlights from 2009 to date:

Over 180 gigs
Traveled over 15,000 miles
Summer 2009 - 8 weeks of camp; 2 states, 6 cities; Over 3000 kids, 150 churches, and 4500 miles
Had the amazing opportunity and honor to be the worship band for three conferences in three different states
New website design and logo for the Justin Graves Band

“We recently heard a new term that perfectly describes us: ‘Musicianaries,’” says Michelle Graves. “We are missionaries who minister through music. We travel full-time leading music for events, services and more for large, tiny, rural and metropolitan churches, Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, Catholic, non-Christians, Christians, young, old…if they will open their door to us, we go with the purpose of teaching about worship and leaving them with a challenge.”

For the past seven years, Justin and his wife Michelle have been blessed and privileged to minister with their band to thousands, using song and music. They have traveled throughout Texas and into 10 other states, performing at camps, retreats and churches for children, teenagers and adults. Not only do they sing and lead worship, but they also spend time off-stage, ministering and interacting with those attending the events.

“Raised in a family band, Graves is an accomplished bassist, guitarist, singer and songwriter. He is a real-deal writer whose songs are based on the Bible but go beyond simplistic ditties. He also has a voice with a sharp edge,
An experienced, lived-in voice that makes his writing ring with the truth,” says Jim Beal, Jr., Music Critic, San Antonio Express-News.

Justin’s goals for 2010:

Write music that will inspire, teach, minister to and touch more hearts for Him
Record a new original worship CD in the Fall of 2010
Continue to grow our ministry
Be mentored by seasoned worship leaders for continuing advice and encouragement
Reach our goal of $2,500 more in monthly support

Visit www. justingravesministries. org for more information on the Justin Graves Band, its CD or its non-profit ministry.

YouTube link: http://www. youtube. com/watch? v=lfrb5nxutNM (http://www. youtube. com/watch? v=lfrb5nxutNM)

Other songs by Justin Graves Band are available for download at iTunes: http://itunes. apple. com/us/album/heart-open-wide/id271619225?i=271619242&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 (http://itunes. apple. com/us/album/heart-open-wide/id271619225?i=271619242&ign-mpt=uo%3D4)

Http://itunes. apple. com/us/album/now-i-believe/id306640420?i=306641590&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 (http://itunes. apple. com/us/album/now-i-believe/id306640420?i=306641590&ign-mpt=uo%3D4)

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Holiday Home Owners/Mangers - What a Great Opportunity to Showcase your Holiday Home. - No Commissions, No Bookings Fees, No Hidden Costs

2011-09-06T05:26:00.000-07:00

Holiday Home Owners/Mangers - What a Great Opportunity to Showcase your Holiday Home. - No Commissions, No Bookings Fees, No Hidden Costs

Holidayhomesaustralia. com is a site designed to showcase holiday rentals Australia wide to online holiday seekers and the many clients/customers of the travel and accommodation industry with outstanding images and property descriptions. No commissions, NO bookings fees NO hidden costs.

(PRWEB) July 28, 2005

Holiday Homes Australia is a site designed to showcase holiday rentals Australia wide to online holiday seekers and the many clients/customers of the travel and accommodation industry. This intuitive site has introduced a new concept in holiday home rental promotion and bookings by being able to formulate agreements and arrangements with major online travel sites, allowing the customers of these sites to view the offerings of holiday houses and holiday apartments as alternative holiday accommodation to hotels, resorts and similar.

The holiday homes Australia site offers a full reservation service, allowing holiday home owners to not only display their property in full detail, but also to manage availability and pricing. This allows holiday renters to interact seamlessly with property owners, checking property features & availability and making reservations and payments (if owners require this) in a secure online environment. The site allows for holiday houses and holiday apartments and other holiday rentals to be displayed with outstanding images and property descriptions.

Holiday seekers looking for holiday accommodation will enjoy the many weekly promotions and hot deals available at holidayhomesaustralia. com. A "hot deal" enables a property owner to display a special deal for their property for two weeks at a time in the 'hot deal' front page display area. The hot deal display is ideally used for special promotions, last minute cancellations, or slow periods of letting throughout the year. While 'hot deal' is active, there is also a note in the search display showing a hot deal is available for this property.

There is also a Featured property section on home page which provides holiday property owners with the highest level of exposure for their property. The featured package has been designed for optimal exposure having priority in all searches and displays 2 thumbnail photos in search pages. The owner of the property also receive a total of 6 'hot deals' per annum and full use the calendar reservation system and booking facility.

This site is making strong progress in attempting to introduce holiday properties to the travel industry, and provide additional and applicable exposure to those properties managed by the real estate industry.

Finally, the benefits for property owners who are quickly joining Holiday Homes Australia on the current promotional campaign are significant. In most instances 12 months free subscription. Great site, well done Holiday Homes Australia.

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TrustDefender Wins Prestigious Australian ICT Industry's iAwards

2011-09-05T19:41:00.000-07:00

TrustDefender Wins Prestigious Australian ICT Industry's iAwards

TrustDefender was last night recognised with a prestigious iAward in the Financial Applications category at the 2007 iAwards which were held in the Grand Harbour Ballroom at Sydney's Exhibition and Convention Centre.

Sydney, Australia (PRWEB) June 1, 2007

"After so many years of work to develop and commercialise the TrustDefender suite of products, it's wonderful to be recognised as an iAward winner for the innovation and potential that TrustDefender has to improve security worldwide in the online environment for consumers and enterprises alike," commented Ted Egan, CEO and co-founder of TrustDefender.

"We were up against so many other amazing examples of Australian ICT ingenuity, so it is a great thrill to have had the opportunity to be measured against our peers and to have been recognised in this way. We're heading back to the United States next week and will be in the UK and Europe in two weeks' time to promote and sell our solutions to financial institutions to online merchants and consumers. I can safely say that we will be travelling overseas with our iAward firmly at our side to give us that extra boost of confidence and status."

Mr. Egan went on to explain, "Today, the growth in online fraud is occurring due to the increasing incidence of highly sophisticated trojans, viruses and rootkits which operate on all sorts of computing devices. The user will never be able to detect these sorts of nasties by simply using the current crop of browser based phishing filters, anti-virus, firewall or anti-spyware tools.

"TrustDefender checks the user's PC or mobile computing device security health before they commence any online activity, to ensure that the computer being used is safe and secure and their transaction won't become a victim of the online fraudsters or identity thieves. Everyone who is banking online, paying bills or even shopping online needs to be able to get much better protection," he concluded.

Attacks on individuals, customers and consumers are costing organisations billions of dollars in the damages due to loss of or damage to the corporation's reputation, brand names, consumer trust and loyalty, intellectual property in addition to any negative impact on the price of stocks and shares.

TrustDefender's team recognised that there is really only one solution to the problem -- move security beyond the traditional enterprise environment and integrate the consumer's PC into the overall security chain. Here, the bank, financial institution, eGovernment or online merchant can then employ a rigorous white-listing method for online transactions to ensure security.

Today, TrustDefender is the only solution capable of doing this for consumers and for banks, financial institutions, eGovernment, online merchants and any other company which relies on users interacting with them online.

Each year, the Australian Information Industry Association stage the iAwards program to provide Australian ICT innovators with national and international recognition and increased brand awareness for their new, leading edge ICT innovations.

The iAwards promote the impact that ICT makes across all sectors of the Australian economy and encourage the industry's continued growth and development.

Try TrustDefender today
A 21 day TrustDefender trial is available free of charge for users to install and use. Simply access www. trustdefender. com.

For media information, contact:
Kerryn Nelson
Managing Director
Big Mouth Marketing Communications P/L
Ph: 03 9558 3122
E: kerryn. nelson @ bigmouth. net. au

About TrustDefender:
TrustDefender is the leading provider of 'On Demand Endpoint Security Solutions' to safeguard online business transactions. With its GAP protection, TrustDefender is able to guarantee the authenticity of a website. The secure lockdown, safe & secure mode, two factor authentication and the TrustedSurfing database complete the holistic security solution.

The secure policy engine allows online businesses to educate and enforce compliance of a home user's PC to their security policies. TrustDefender is the world's first security solution for online businesses to integrate the home user's PC into the overall security solution.

TrustDefender was founded in 2005 and is based in Sydney, Australia.

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Dubai Hotels Hosted 2.6 Million Guests in the First Half of 2004

2011-08-31T00:04:00.000-07:00

Dubai Hotels Hosted 2.6 Million Guests in the First Half of 2004

Hotels earn AED 3.076 billion revenue as room occupancy shoots up to 81.9 percent between January and June 2004

Dubai (PRWEB) August 31, 2004

DubaiÂs fast-expanding tourism industry has recorded significant gains as the hospitality sector, a reliable barometer of tourism growth, posted exceptional growth in the first half of 2004.

According to recent figures released by the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), DubaiÂs 372 hotels and hotels apartments played host to 2.6 million guests in the first six months of the year, compared to 2.4 million for the corresponding period last year, indicating an impressive 49.4 per cent growth in revenues. The hotel establishmentsÂ total revenues for the first half of 2004 stood at Dhs. 3.076 billion, as against Dhs. 2.059 billion during the corresponding period in 2003.

The outstanding performance by the hospitality and tourism industry is largely the result of DTCMÂs aggressive and articulate marketing strategy especially in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) and the premium leisure travel categories. The hospitality industry welcomed 4.7 million visitors in 2002, a figure that grew to 4.9 million in 2003, despite negative political and economic developments in the region, such as the recent Iraq war.

ÂDubaiÂs hospitality sector has shown exceptionally healthy growth in recent years, as the emirate makes its mark on the global tourist map,Â said Khalid Ahmed bin Sulayem, Director General, DTCM. ÂThe record growth of nearly 50 percent between January and June 2004 in the hotel industry is an indication that DTCMÂs strategic plan of promoting Dubai as a year-round business and leisure destination is yielding results. We have been working closely with hotels to raise standards as well as with the overseas travel trade to attract new visitors to Dubai.Â

ÂThe record performance by the hotel industry is proof of the successful partnership between the public sector and the private sector that has helped boost tourism dramatically in Dubai. The current boom in the hospitality sector is in line with the impressive gains made during 2002 and 2003,Â added bin Sulayem. Dubai earned laurels at the global level in 2002, when the World Tourism Organisation praised it for posting 31 percent growth in tourist arrivals Â the worldÂs highest for the year.

In the first half of 2004, guest arrivals in Dubai rose by 9.4 percent, with bed occupancy growing by 30.6 percent. This increase is attributed to the fact that guest nights recorded an increase of 37.2 percent, reaching a high of 7.6 million, against 5.5 million during the corresponding period in 2003.

Room occupancy stood at 81.9 percent in the first half of 2004, as against 68.9 percent in the same period last year, an increase of 13 points. The total number of occupied hotel rooms rose to 21,300, representing a 22.5 percent increase. Bed occupancy reached 78.7 percent, against 62.8 percent registered in the first half of 2003.

In the case of hotel apartments, for the first six months of the year 2004, the total number of occupied apartments stood at 5,336, an increase of 2.4 percent. The rate of occupancy was exceptionally high at 73.4 percent, against 67.4 percent during the corresponding period last year.

DubaiÂs profile as an upmarket tourism destination has grown considerably, with the addition of several iconic hotel projects such as the Burj Al Arab and the recently completed Madinat Jumeirah. DTCM reported a 3 percent increase in available hotel accommodation in the first half of 2004. Currently, the total number of available hotel rooms in Dubai stands at 26,012, while the number of available beds is 42,351, representing an increased capacity of 4.2 percent over the corresponding period last year.

Dubai is now investing heavily in mega projects and infrastructure developments to achieve the ambitious targets of growth. The number of hotels and resorts in Dubai is set to cross the 400-mark, with the completion of the Dubailand project (50 hotels), the Palm and the World (about 40 hotels each).

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Elizabeth Wallace Announces New Blog Dedicated to Travel and Travel Experiences

2011-08-30T21:30:00.000-07:00

Elizabeth Wallace Announces New Blog Dedicated to Travel and Travel Experiences

Travel Writer Enters Blogoshpere

Larkspur, CO (PRWEB) May 2, 2005

Elizabeth Wallace, a travel writer and radio personality, today unveiled a new blog (http://extraordinaryplaces. blogspot. com/ (http://extraordinaryplaces. blogspot. com/)) share not only her travel experiences, but also some of the interesting things sheÂs learned along the way.

Elizabeth has published three books to date: Images of America: Colorado Springs, Kansas City In Vintage Postcards and Extraordinary Places Close to London. She has appeared on television in recognition of her books, authors a weekly newspaper column, written for radio and given presentations on a variety of topics.

She has also written about, and appeared on NPR to discuss, origins of words, phrases, customs, and superstitions, ÂÂall of which I intend to discuss in my blog. I'll also post information about travel destinations, issues, and maybe even some good deals!Â Elizabeth said.

ElizabethÂs most recent project was to lead the Castle Rock WritersÂ group that wrote new book Douglas County, Colorado: A Photographic Journey. The group has been on the road visiting Douglas County residents in their homes, scanning photographs from family albums and listening to stories passed down from one generation to the next to gather enough material for the literary endeavor. The book was produced with assistance from the Douglas County Libraries Foundation and Douglas County Libraries. The groundbreaking new book is a pictorial history filled with hundreds of photographs (some in print for the first time,) was released in April 22, 2005.

Financed by the Douglas County Libraries Foundation and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway, the book features vintage Douglas County photographs, journals and documents dating from 1861 through the end of World War II. The scanned photographs are divided into chapters based on the cities and towns of Douglas County, including Castle Rock, Deckers, Franktown, Greenland, Highlands Ranch, Larkspur, Louviers, Parker, Roxborough and Sedalia. The writers are donating their time and talents to the project and proceeds will go back to the Foundation for future community projects.

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Dell 15.4-Inch Inspiron Notebooks Get New Year's Makeover: Cool, Colorful and Connected

2011-08-30T20:43:00.000-07:00

Dell 15.4-Inch Inspiron Notebooks Get New Year's Makeover: Cool, Colorful and Connected

-- Inspiron 1525 is Slimmer, Up to 25 Percent Smaller Than Previous Models -- Express Yourself with Four Cool Patterns, Optional Color-Coordinated Accessories -- Stay Connected with Wi-Fi Catcher and Optional Mobile Broadband, Bluetooth and Wireless USB -- PC-to-PC Transfer Service Migrates Personal Settings and Data to New Systems Out of the Box

ROUND ROCK, Texas (PRWEB) January 3, 2008

Dell today announced the Inspiron(TM) 1525, a 15.4-inch notebook that is smaller, slimmer and lighter than the generation it replaces. The new notebooks also offer more personalization options with four new cool patterns in addition to the original eight colorful LCD back choices. With a starting price of $499, the Inspiron 1525 is available at www. dell. com/inspiron (http://www. dell. com/inspiron).

Taking self expression to the next level, the Inspiron 1525 notebook can be customized with four new optional patterns: Blossom, Chill, Commotion and Street, in addition to the original eight color options like Midnight Blue and Ruby Red. Color-coordinated optional accessories like wireless mice and external storage as well as notebook sleeves, backpacks and messenger bags allow each customer to design a unique mobility package.

The Inspiron 1525 boasts a new design that is 25 percent smaller, thinner and almost a half a pound lighter than its predecessor. Consumers on the go will appreciate all of the optional wireless features that help them stay connected, whether it's at the desk, in a room, around the house or just about anywhere.(1) The system includes several unique features that make staying connected and managing multimedia activities a breeze, including:

-- Dell MediaDirect(TM) technology, which provides one-touch instant access to music, photos and videos and select Microsoft Office program like Calendar and Contacts without turning on the notebook

-- Stylish capacitive touch multimedia buttons for slick fingertip control of entertainment content

-- Dell's Wi-Fi Catcher(TM), an easy way to locate and connect to a Wi-Fi network, or to turn off the wireless to help save battery life

-- Multiple wireless options for both short - and long-range connectivity

-- Access the Internet from almost anywhere with built-in Mobile Broadband(2), which connects via cellular networks. (Choice of AT&T, Sprint or Verizon Wireless)

-- Cut the wires and clean up the desk with built-in Wireless USB, which accesses an external hub that acts as "docking central" for any USB-connected devices or accessories like MP3 players and digital cameras

-- Transfer or sync files between the notebook and handheld devices, or connect to a printer or wireless headphones using Bluetooth(R)

Customers can further personalize the Inspiron 1525 with fun optional features like a built-in 2.0 megapixel webcam with dual digital array microphones and noise isolation headphones for video chats, ExpressCard Travel Remote for arms-length control of entertainment content, and high-resolution displays for clear, crisp viewing of HD content.

Dell's New Online Data Migration Service

Dell now offers a simple and secure way to move personal settings and data to new Dell notebooks and desktops straight from the factory with PC-to-PC Transfer.(3) Customers download an application onto their old system that "grabs" personal settings like desktop wallpaper, Internet favorites, Outlook contacts, encrypts it and then transmits it securely to the Dell factory to be loaded onto their new Dell PC. PC-to-PC Transfer can also capture data files like music, digital photos, documents and spreadsheets, presentation files and more, when customers purchase a subscription to DataSafe online backup. More information about Dell's PC - to-PC Transfer is available at www. dell. com/pctopctransfer (http://www. dell. com/pctopctransfer).

About Dell

Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) listens to customers and delivers innovative technology and services they trust and value. Uniquely enabled by its direct business model, Dell is a leading global systems and services company and No. 34 on the Fortune 500. For more information, visit www. dell. com, or to communicate directly with Dell via a variety of online channels, go to www. dell. com/conversations (http://www. dell. com/conversations). To get Dell news direct, visit www. dell. com/RSS (http://www. dell. com/RSS).

Offers subject to change, not combinable with all other offers. Taxes, shipping, handling and other fees apply. U. S. Dell Home and Home Office new purchases only. Dell reserves the right to cancel orders arising from pricing or other errors.

(1)Where wireless access is available. Additional access charges apply in some locations.

(2)Subject to wireless provider's broadband subscription and coverage area; additional charges apply.

(3)Applies to Customers with an active Dell DataSafe Online Backup & Sharing account on their current system. To activate a Dell DataSafe Online account, customers may purchase a renewable year-subscription for $19 (10GB); $29 (20) OR $39 (30GB) in addition to the $29 one-time fee for PC to PC Transfer.

Young EntrepreneursÂ Organization to Present ÂThree Easy Steps to Free PressÂ Event for Prospective Members in San Francisco on February 18th

2011-08-30T17:52:00.000-07:00

Young EntrepreneursÂ Organization to Present ÂThree Easy Steps to Free PressÂ Event for Prospective Members in San Francisco on February 18th

The San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the Young EntrepreneursÂ Organization (YEO) and its graduate organization, World EntrepreneursÂ Organization (WEO), invites all qualified prospective members to find out more about the organization, learn the "Three Easy Steps to Free Press", and to meet their peers.

(PRWEB) January 28, 2004

The event, entitled ÂThree Easy Steps to Free PressÂ, will feature Brian Scudamore, CEO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Brian Scudamore founded Rubbish Boys in 1989 and has been its President ever since. Scudamore formed and became President of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? in October 1998 as part of his plan to create a North American-wide brand in the junk removal industry. Under his leadership, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? has expanded to over 75 franchises throughout North America and earned kudos in the media for system wide growth: Profit 100 Fastest Growing Companies, CNN, Success, Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Entrepreneur, and USA Today, as well as appearing on Oprah and the Sharon Osbourne show. He has been nominated as Entrepreneur of the Year (Ernst and Young), attended MIT Birthing of Giants (2002), and has been a contributor to the community as a mentor involved with Junior Achievement. Mr. Scudamore also holds a board position with the Canadian Youth Business Foundation.

With over 5,000 members, YEO is the premier, peer-to-peer global community, network and resource for entrepreneurs. Member benefits include monthly Forum roundtables; monthly chapter meetings that address entrepreneurial issues; regional and international conferences; global networking and business opportunities; and an Inventory of Skills database that allows members to tap into the skills of other members around the globe. Prospective members of YEO and WEO must be under 47 years of age and be a founder, co-founder, owner or controlling shareholder of a business with gross annual revenues exceeding (US) $1 million. For more information, visit: http://www. yeo. org (http://www. yeo. org)

The twelve year old San Francisco Bay Area chapter has a very unique and diverse membership including members in Management Services, Printing / Graphics, Advertising, Marketing, Education, Travel, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, On-line Services, Legal Services, Employment, Consulting Services, Retail, Industrial Services, Construction Services, Wholesale, Manufacturing, Architecture & Design, and Real Estate. YEO/WEO San Francisco Bay Area members collectively generate $260 million (USD) in revenues, and employ 2400 staff.

For more information about YEO/WEO or to RSVP for the February 18th event, contact YEO Chapter Development Manager, Erik MacKinnon at (250) 391-6035, or emackinnon@yeo. org

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EducExpert helps strengthen the future of semi-professional football players

2011-08-29T13:38:00.000-07:00

EducExpert helps strengthen the future of semi-professional football players

EducExpert, specialized in creating distance learning solutions for the fire safety industry, continues to gain ground. Thanks to an agreement signed with the American Football Association (AFA), football players from semi-professional leagues will now be able to hang up their cleats and pursue a career in the world of fire safety, once they have finished notching up yards on the field.

Media - contact Dave Burch at AFA National Office (877)624-4485 or (941)388-

AFA PRESS RELEASE: (PRWEB) May 15, 2002
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(e-mail) amerfoot@aol. com (or) usafoot@aol. com

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EducExpert helps strengthen the future of semi-professional football players

May 14th 2002 Â EducExpert, specialized in creating distance learning solutions for the fire safety industry, continues to gain ground. Thanks to an agreement signed with the American Football Association (AFA), football players from semi-professional leagues will now be able to hang up their cleats and pursue a career in the world of fire safety, once they have finished notching up yards on the field.

Many athletes, regardless of their sport, do not necessarily join the major league elite and find themselves obligated to refocus their rofessional

Objectives. This is where EducExpert steps in to assist in this transition, as the e-learning solutions it provides can be followed anytime, anyplace.

This new partnership comes about only weeks after the company made a similar announcement whereby the Professional Hockey PlayersÂ Association (PHPA), decided to provide the internet-based fire safety program created by EducExpert, to its members.

Big Stride into the US By associating itself with the AFA, EducExpert has considerably strengthened its position in the American market. The AFA is a robust organisation that has been operating for over 23 years throughout the US. It brings together over 500 teams belonging to 46 semi-professional leagues from across the country, and

Represents a total of 25,000 players, coaches and administrators.

" We can now reach a large number of people, and the potential in terms of clients for the company is enormous. Obviously, providing an essential service to assist semi-professional football players in preparing for a future career in

Firefighting is something that we are pleased to be a part of." said Marc Bouchard, marketing director at EducExpert.

It is worth noting that the EducExpert has already firmly established itself in the field fire safety in municipalities throughout North America. Its innovative training formula has been adopted by over 1200 clients.

If you are interested in this program, please e-mail us at amerfoot@aol. com for brochures and registration forms.

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Personal travel or a special vacation. Our certified travel agent can plan your travel and pass on some of the steepest discounts available in the travel industry.

From our travel desk, you can book flights, track flights, check flights, find restaurants, check the weather anywhere on the planet, link to any airport, apply for passports and visas, and book cruises.

Also, click AFA Travel Desk on our website to get your own free 3 day vacation!

New Products from MusicalInstrumentsEtc. com

2011-08-29T10:34:00.000-07:00

New Products from MusicalInstrumentsEtc. com

Musicalinstrumentsetc. com is offering discounts for Geartree. com. Geartree. com is a site originated by musicians, for musicians. One of their biggest offers is universal to the site and that is that most of the items offered on Geartree. com are sent with free shipping. Specific deals on other items right now include the following

Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) November 2, 2006

Www. Musicalinstrumentsetc. com is currently offering the Digitech RP300A Guitar Multi-Effects Processors, which combines the tones of 12 of the best regarded vintage and modern Amps, for $149.95 down from $249.95. The Digitech EX-7 Expression Pedal is also on sale. It is a product that helps you modulate a whole pedal board with a push of your foot, down to $199.95 from $299.95. Both items include the free shipping offer. Last but not least is the Digitech RP200A Guitar Multi-Effects Processor a different version of the RP300A for $129.99 down from $199.99. All of these savings on Digitech products represent up to a 45% cut in prices.

Shoppers who enter www. Musicalinstrumentsetc. com and connect to Geartree. com is also having seasonal blow-out sale on drums, hardware and accessories. The brands represented are Sabian, Gretsch, Mapex, Roland and Peavey. Some specific products offered include B. C Rich Platinum Pro Warlock Tombstone Electric Guitar, originally $719.99 marked down to $499.99 but only $399.99 during the current sale. To really help that guitar make some noise, pick up a greatly reduced Fender Bullet 150 Combo Guitar Amplifier, marked down from $248.50 to $132.95. If classical or acoustic is more your style, Geartree. com offers the Takamine AN16S Acoustic Guitar marked down from $1,517.99 to their blowout price: $799.00. You can also pick up the classically shaped Dean Performer Plus Accoustic Bass, listed originally at $739.99, now marked down to $229.99.

For the traveling musician and DJ, Geartree. com is also offering lots of DJ and lighting effects for seriously reduced prices. Right now, the sale has no expiration date and offers up to 60% and more off and free shipping on orders over $99. Geartree. com is also offering a sale on Yamaha keyboards and electronic drums.

Geartree. com started a small chain of retails stores a decade ago. Since that time, it has evolved into the full service online store available for consumers today. All major brands are represented, but the grass-roots nature of their humble beginnings means they also carry little known brands that are well know by industry insiders, offering you first look at products you may not otherwise know about. Shoppers who shop through.

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Jesse and NealÂs SAFE KIDÂS Foundation Press Release

2011-08-27T10:05:00.000-07:00

Jesse and NealÂs SAFE KIDÂS Foundation Press Release

NEWSLETTER JULY 2003

(PRWEB) July 9, 2003

Jesse and NealÂs SAFE KIDÂS Foundation

PRESS RELEASE

For those of you just now discovering and learning about us please visit: www. nealandjesse. com

Feel free to contact any of those listed either here in our newsletter or on the site. We always welcome new interest, it brings us new hope. If you have been searching for an organization that you would like to really become involved in we hope it will be with us.

Member Highlight

Knightgale is co-chair of Jesse and Neal's SAFE KIDS Foundation. She has been active from the very beginning in support of Neal and Jesse, as well as Mr. Tom Furth. She has worked hours, days, weeks, and months, that have now turned into years. She has never given up.

Her tireless efforts do not go unnoticed. The many projects she has been a part of, as well as her travels, all in an effort to help and bring to life the dreams of the two young men she, has grown to love, Jesse and Neal.

This love is mutual.

"From the very start, Marty LaCross was there for us by phone, by computer, and even in person. She was there before anyone even knew about us, and our bond is unbreakable. We will be lifelong friends more like family, really. We care so much about her, and we feel really lucky to have her in our lives."

Jesse and Neal Eldridge

Knightgale welcomeÂs your contact and would look forward to any and all interest and help in the projects that support our cause, she can be reached at the following email address, knightgale@bikerider. com and please visit to find out more http://groups. msn. com/NealandJesseSafeKidsFoundation (http://groups. msn. com/NealandJesseSafeKidsFoundation)

Speaking Engagement Information ÂThe only way that we can help spread the word about how awful and dangerous life can be for victims of child abuse is to talk about it. Its also the only way that we can let people know how dangerous it is when the state doesn't do anything to stop it." says Neal. Jesse adds: "And also, there's just no way we can stay quiet because there are a lot of other kids in desperate situations. Its amazing how much it hurts for Neal and me to speak about this, and the pain hits us every day.

But, we are totally into helping as many kids as we can, so we talk about our story openly despite the pain and agony."Neal and Jesse Eldridge not only have a gripping, riveting and compelling story to tell, but they present it in a way that is, in a word, UNFORGETTABLE. No audience member leaves a presentation by these two incredible kids with a dry eye. These two brothers speak to school groups, college classes, seminars, corporate meetings, abuse workshops, and speaker's series throughout the land. It would be difficult, if not impossible, to find a more memorable presentation anywhere in the USA. If you are interested in having Jesse and Neal speak to your group, please contact them at the Juvenile Justice Institute at: juvjusticeinst@aol. com

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To help offset the cost to the organization, we also ask if anyone has any frequent flyer miles that they can donate this helps so much to cover tickets for Neal and Jesse and an adult who travels with them.

Executive Director

Tom Furth

Tom Furth is the Executive Director of the Juvenile Justice Institute and Alternative Legal Solutions. No longer practicing law, his time is better spent as an expert in specific and vitally important aspects of juvenile justice, including, but not limited to, Alternative Sentencing solutions, the national debate regarding whether or not juvenile defendants should be tried as juveniles or adults around the country, intervention in the lives of troubled teens, Mediation, and more. Sought after as a public speaker, a case consultant, and as an expert, Mr. Furth will complete his Doctorate in Criminal Justice and Juvenile Delinquency in June of this year.

Tom Furth can be reached at juvjusticeinst@aol. com

Friends Of Tom Furth

In the observation of those who defend children from systematic failures, we have come to note a very common denominator among those who are by far the greatest of child defenders. While they may stop at nothing to ensure a child's safety, they willingly risk everything, to accomplish what needs to be done on behalf of the child whom they are defending. We have had the honor of watching Tom Furth, fervently, and valiantly risk all, lose all, and knowingly allow himself to be attacked by those whose cowardice stands in their own way, and prevents them from doing what is right. We have watched him accept the cruel criticism's, knowing that all the while his stand was keeping two children safe. We have watched his uncompromising position cause chaos in every single area of his life, and his knowing, that ultimately, one must risk all to win all. We see the kids who bask in the brilliance of what his endurance provides. Who now have safety that is exchanged for sorrow and whose sleep is now sweet because some one dared enough to care. A Hero earns this title. Their glory is reflected in the eyes of the children whose trust reached out just one more time, whose hope was strong enough to believe in his hand of strength, love, and courage, knowing that it would be one that never let go.

Friends Of Tom Furth

Co-Chairs:

Ryan Florio

Denise Marhoefer

EVENT UPDATE: California from Michelle

Hi Everyone,

I had the Fundraiser Party this weekend. I charged everyone that came $5 at the door and then I also had merchandise like the bears, Signal 36 SAFE KIDS items, and videos, set up and everyone bought up everything! A lot of people gave more than the initial $5 door charge too. So, all in all, I think it went very well. :-) I also want to thank Lindy, Denise, and Marty for all their help with the items and information :-) Well, I hope everyone has a nice week! Take Care!

-Michelle

(Michelle was able to raise an amount that helps to cover many needs).

With many thanks!!!!

EVENT COMING UP! Indiana from Lindy

Hey Wabash!! Signal Thirty-6 and Jesse & Neals SAFE KIDS Foundation is hosting a Putting Tournament/Fundraiser on July 22, 2003 from 7-10 pm at the Wabash Putt Putt. There will be prizes, a raffle, refreshments, friends, and lots of FUN. Not to mention, joining us for a round of putt-putt will be benefiting children of abuse. Please pass the word on to all your Wabash & surrounding area friends, and if you want to help out make it the coolest Putting Tournament ever - contact: Lindy L. Pettit, LLSpizer@hotmail. com or

THANKS and I hope to see you THERE!

What Others Say....

Viewers and supporters

*If there is anything I can do to help out, I will be happy to.

I was also a victim of violent abuse by my father and have a sense

Of what your cause is all about.

Viewer/supporter USA

*I am truly sorry you two ever got any jail time, you should never have been charged. my thoughts and prayers are with you two boys, I call angels. What you're doing with your website is wonderful. The people whose lives will be changed, because of you, there are no words that can be said.

Viewer Canada

*You two are remarkable young men. The world loves you. Thanks for the worthy things you are involved in.

Supporter usa

It was so very brave of you to share your life story with the rest of the world. Thank you for doing so. I know that many people have no clue to

how we as a country fail our children. You both showed the rest of us how bad it is. I also have to say what a great man Tom Furth is, what a blessing for the two of you to have him Thank you again for sharing your story.

Viewer USA

*We are behind them all the way and do support them they are brave young men and we hope they can experience the meaning of the word family someday.

Viewer USA

In closing I would like to thank you for taking the time to read about our work. I hope you are in someway touched, moved, and inspired to care.

This work is for your children as well as ours, it is very difficult, but rewarding. Our rewards are not fiscal, and we do not prosper from a child's pain. In all that we do, we work with one heart. What is funded is the restoration of children to decency, building them into a new and loving, pain free life. This, as simple as it may sound, is something many children only dream of.

Isn't it the impossible that makes a miracle, a miracle?

Their dreams are not possible without you,

And your help. Neal and Jesse have taught me something very special in that, they have taught me how to love. Simply. Mr Furth has by example shown that you love with your entire life.

There is a donation link below. https://www. paypal. com/cgi-bin/webscr (https://www. paypal. com/cgi-bin/webscr)
If you would like to help or know of a child who needs help.

Please contact us. US mail donations and video/merchandise information can be found on the site www. nealandjesse. com

For a child who needs help: contact

Safekidsfoundat@aol. com

If you would like to help in our organization: contact

FriendsofNandJ@aol. com Please Join our discussion list Click to subscribe to Safe-Kids-Foundation-1

Or send a blank email to

SAFE-KIDS-Foundation-1-subscribe@yahoogroups. com

I thank you in advance for your kindness, Denise Marhoefer Jesse and Neal's SAFE KIDS Foundation

"The Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts: Celebrating 275 Years of Brotherhood" Opens at the National Heritage Museum, March 22, 2008

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"The Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts: Celebrating 275 Years of Brotherhood" Opens at the National Heritage Museum, March 22, 2008

The National Heritage Museum celebrates the 275th anniversary of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, the oldest Masonic jurisdiction in the western hemisphere.

Lexington, MA (PRWEB) March 12, 2008

On July 30, 1733, Henry Price, the Provincial Grand Master of North America constituted the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts in Boston. Celebrating its 275th anniversary this year, the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (http://www. massfreemasonry. org) is the oldest Masonic jurisdiction in the western hemisphere. As part of the celebration, the National Heritage Museum (http://www. nationalheritagemuseum. org) will open "The Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts: Celebrating 275 Years of Brotherhood" on March 22, 2008. The exhibition will trace the history of the state's Grand Lodge, which grants charters, undertakes charitable activities, and standardizes Masonic rituals and customs throughout its jurisdiction. The exhibition will be ongoing.

Within its first ten years, the Grand Lodge chartered lodges not only in Massachusetts, but also in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Antigua, Nova Scotia, and New Hampshire. As the only Grand Lodge granted authority by the Grand Lodge of England to charter additional lodges in the New World, Massachusetts led the way in spreading the light of Freemasonry. The maritime industries of Massachusetts also helped the Grand Lodge to extend its influence internationally during the 1800s and the 1900s. As merchant, fishing and whaling ships spread across the oceans, the Grand Lodge was petitioned to charter new lodges: in 1853, the Grand Lodge granted a dispensation for a lodge in Chile; in 1863, it was China; and in 1912, the Grand Lodge chartered a lodge in Panama.

Back home in Boston, the current Masonic Temple stands at the corner of Tremont and Boylston Streets. The Grand Lodge first purchased the land at this spot in the late 1850s, when Winthrop House stood there. Unfortunately, devastating fires occurred twice - in 1864 and in 1895 - forcing the Grand Lodge to rebuild each time. Despite losing some of their furnishings and belongings, the Grand Lodge Library (opened in 1850) and Museum (established in 1887) continued to collect books, documents and objects to tell the story of Freemasonry in Massachusetts and to preserve its treasures for future generations. Today, the Museum collection has grown to over 11,000 objects and documents, while the Library contains 70,000 volumes. The new exhibition at the National Heritage Museum draws on this fascinating collection and includes more than 120 objects, photographs and documents from the Grand Lodge's history.

"The Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts: Celebrating 275 Years of Brotherhood" presents the story of the Grand Lodge from 1733 to the present day. Firmly tied to the state's unique history, the Grand Lodge has counted hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts men among its members from Revolutionary War heroes Paul Revere and Joseph Warren to sports commentator Curt Gowdy and former pro football player Russ Francis. Visitors will travel through time to meet fascinating people, enjoy festive celebrations and learn about the symbols and traditions of Massachusetts Freemasonry.

National Heritage Museum is dedicated to presenting exhibitions and programs on a wide variety of topics in American history and popular culture. The Museum is supported by the Scottish Rite Freemasons in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States. The National Heritage Museum is located at 33 Marrett Road in Lexington, at the corner of Route 2A and Massachusetts Avenue. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 am-5 pm, and Sunday, noon-5 pm. Admission and parking are free. Heritage Shop and Courtyard Caf/n site. For further information contact the Museum at (781) 861 6559 or visit the web site at www. nationalheritagemuseum. org.

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Travel in Resort Style For Less

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Travel in Resort Style For Less

Resort Travel Deals Magazine offers up summer specials for the budget savvy traveler.

Vancouver, WA (PRWEB) June 6, 2007

Resort Travel Deals Magazine, (http://www. resorttraveldealsmag. com (http://www. resorttraveldealsmag. com)) a virtual magazine for the budget savvy traveler, serves up a summer listing of discount travel on the finest resorts, spas, destinations and hideaways.

Resort Travel Deals Magazine understands that 'budget travel' does not mean second class. Editor Valery Amador, a former event travel specialist, shares, "In the pages of each virtual issue, we bring you the best deals on the luxury and first-class resorts you have dreamed about vacationing in (and maybe a few fabulous finds you didn't know existed)!"

Published monthly, each issue is packed with not only the latest travel deals, but stories and articles on plush resorts and spas, extraordinary events, family excursions, European holidays, golf getaways, last minute finds, travel gadgets and gizmos and much more.

Amador adds, "As a former event travel specialist, I had the time-of-my-life booking large scale, luxury events (sometimes for upwards of 5000 people)! From chartering aircrafts to booking posh resorts, hotels, spas and activities, I was fortunate to learn the ins-and-outs of the travel industry firsthand. Resort Travel Deals Magazine offers me the opportunity to bring the joy of luxury travel to those budget savvy travelers (like myself) who have a passion to travel in style and luxury without breaking the bank!"

For more information, visit www. ResortTravelDealsMag. com.

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Agoda Partners with Carte Bleue to Give Members More Payment Options

2011-08-22T10:23:00.000-07:00

Agoda Partners with Carte Bleue to Give Members More Payment Options

Agoda. com announced a partnership with Carte Bleue, offering Agoda's French members an additional method of secure online purchase.

(PRWEB) November 25, 2009

Agoda. com, a leading Asian hotel booking (http://www. agoda. com) site and a part of Priceline. com (Nasdaq: PCLN), today announced a partnership with Carte Bleue, offering Agoda's French members an additional method of secure online purchase. Operated by Groupement des Cartes Bancaires CB, Carte Bleue or 'Blue Card' is an integrated debit card system that links to the card-holder's chosen bank accounts and allows for quick and secure purchases across multiple platforms.

A 'smart card' that acts like an ATM card, the micro-chipped, PIN-protected Carte Bleue is accepted almost universally across France and handles approximately 220 million international transactions a year. Carte Bleue holders can use their card to pay for everything from metro tickets to household utility bills - it's accepted in most shops and restaurants within France and Visa-partnered cards can be used to withdraw money from automatic tellers internationally. Thanks to this partnership with Agoda, Carte Bleue holders can now use their card to book discount room rates through the Agoda website.

CEO of Agoda, Michael Kenny, commented on the partnership: "The addition of Carte Bleue to the Agoda site is part of our commitment to maximizing convenience and security for our members. Agoda recently added PayPal and the Chinese debit card iPS to the site, and will continue to add more payment options to ensure travelers from all parts of the world feel secure when they book through Agoda. com."

Listing more than 103,000 properties worldwide, Agoda gives its members freedom of choice when it comes to booking discount room rates and continues to promote the spirit of independent travel through expanding its selection of payment methods.

For more information regarding Agoda, please access its website at http://www. agoda. com (http://www. agoda. com) or contact the Agoda team via e-mail at info(at)agoda. com.

Note to Editors

About Agoda Company Pte Ltd:

Agoda Company Pte Ltd (www. agoda. com) is a leading, Asia-based, online hotel reservations company, which specializes in securing the lowest discount hotel prices. Agoda. com is part of Priceline. com (Nasdaq:PCLN). Agoda's network includes over 7,000 hotels in Asia-Pacific and more than 100,000 worldwide. The multinational staff of 350 professionals, located throughout Asia, provides a first-rate reservation service that uniquely combines local knowledge and local connections to provide the best hotel deals to both business and leisure travelers.

In addition, Agoda customers participate in the Agoda Rewards Program (http://www. agoda. com/rewards/index. html), earning further discounts and free stays. Unlike programs that limit travelers to a single chain, the Agoda Rewards Program allows customers to redeem Rewards Points at thousands of hotels around the globe, at any time. A member of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), Agoda's aim is to promote travel by making it more affordable and more accessible to more people.

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NASDAQ-listed chinadotcom to invest S$1.25 million in ZingASIA. com

2011-08-22T04:21:00.000-07:00

NASDAQ-listed chinadotcom to invest S$1.25 million in ZingASIA. com

(PRWEB) January 9, 2001

SINGAPORE, 3 January 2001 - NASDAQ-listed chinadotcom corporation (chinadotcom) through its subsidiary china. com Studios Inc (CCS) is, subject to certain criteria being met, to invest $1.25 million in ZingASIA Pte Ltd (ZingASIA), a wholly-owned unit of Panpac Media. com Limited (Panpac), and a global Internet-powered leisure and travel business.

The investment by CCS will form part of the $10 million in new funding, which ZingASIA is seeking to raise through the issue of new ZingASIA shares to strategic partners and investors, to fund its global expansion.

In February last year, Panpac and chinadotcom did a share swap, which resulted in chinadotcom holding a 10.04% stake in the enlarged share capital of Panpac.

Said Mr Ricky Ang, PanpacÂs Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer: ÂWe are at various stages of discussion with several potential local and overseas investors and strategic partners, to co-invest in ZingASIA, and we hope to raise in aggregate at least $10 million within the next three months.Â

ÂAlso, our relationship with chinadotcom has always been excellent. This deal is further testimony of the partners' desire to further strengthen the prevailing close ties at the operating level. chinadotcom's direct investment into ZingASIA will no doubt assist in accelerating its growth and its global expansion plans,Â added Mr Ang

Concurrent with the signing of the Subscription Agreement, the parties also entered into a Product Sale Agreement, under which ZingASIA will acquire from chinadotcom, US$250,000 (S$435,000) worth of software and tools to enhance the functionalities and stickiness of its www. ZingASIA. com portal.

In addition, the parties have entered into an Advertising Agreement, whereby ZingASIA will allocate a part of its marketing budget to advertising on china. com portals, namely www. china. com, www. hongkong. com and www. taiwan. com at preferential rates, to enhance its presence in the Greater China markets. The advertising deal is worth in aggregate, US$200,000 (S$348,000).

Chinadotcom is the holding company of CCS and a substantial shareholder of the Company, holding 10.04% of the issued capital of the Company. The total value of the transactions under the three aforesaid agreements represents more than 5% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Company based on the audited accounts of the Company for the financial year ended 31 March 2000.

Accordingly, the transactions fall within the ambit of Chapter 9A of the SGX Listing Manual for which shareholdersÂ approval is required.

ÂThe software acquired from chinadotcom will enable ZingASIA to quickly deploy common-feature functionalities which are robust, tried and tested. Our own technical team can then focus on other important functionalities which will uniquely give us the competitive edge,Â said Paul Chong, Executive Director & Exco Chairman, ZingASIA. ÂThe preferential advertising rates, which ZingASIA have secured from chinadotcom will help ZingASIA acquire traffic and e-commerce sales in the Greater China markets cost effectively,Â added Mr Chong.

For further information, please contact Mr Ricky Ang at Tel 3939 889 or Mr Paul Chong at Tel 3939 703.

About ZingASIA

ZingASIA is an Internet-powered leisure and travel business. It offers a comprehensive one-stop information resource on leisure, travel, lifestyle and living in major Asia Pacific cities, complete with on-line travel products, including airline tickets, hotel bookings, tours and ground services.

Currently, ZingASIA covers 19 locations in the region, spanning Australia, Greater China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.

For additional information, please log on to www. ZingASIA. com

About Panpac Media. com

Panpac Media. com is one of SingaporeÂs leading homegrown magazine and multimedia publisher. Formed in October 1994, it currently publishes over 40 magazines and periodicals in three different languages in Singapore, and Malaysia, and operates two major complementary Internet portals www. AsiaStockWatch. com and www. ZingASIA. com.

Additional information on Panpac Media. com and its products and services are available at its corporate website at www. panpacmedia. com

About chinadotcom corporation

Chinadotcom corporation (NASDAQ: CHINA; Website: www. corp. china. com) is a leading integrated Internet company offering e-business solutions, portal and e-marketing services. Through its three-dimensional business model, chinadotcom provides a full range of Internet services around the world that; 1) build e-business strategies and solutions (chinadotcom e-solutions), 2) distribute content via its portal network (chinadotcom portals), and 3) sell services through online marketing (chinadotcom e-marketing).

Fuelling the growth of these three business units is a synergistic investment strategy (chinadotcom ventures) that leverages on chinadotcomÂs existing operational and cost infrastructure. By partnering with companies that have proven and successful track records, chinadotcom is well positioned to create long term shareholder value through its investments.

The company and its subsidiaries have offices in more than 10 markets, including Japan, Korea, Australia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, UK and the USA. For more information about chinadotcom corporation, please visit www. corp. china. com

Cutting Your Long Distance Bills in Half

2011-08-21T23:15:00.000-07:00

Cutting Your Long Distance Bills in Half

A new website promises to lower your long distance bills by 50%, saving you money this holiday season.

Chino Hills, CA (PRWEB) November 30, 2003 -

If you're like most Americans, the size of your pocketbook will shrink due to the Holiday season. Gifts, travel and other expenditures will do their part in shrinking your bank account. With all other costs skyrocketing, it is soothing to know that there is one area where you can save money this season--long distance. Whether you are calling Aunt Sally across the country or Uncle Bill across the state, Cut Your Bills in Half will do just as their name suggestsÂlower your long distance phone bill by 50%.

When you visit CutYourBillsInHalf. com on the Web at http://www. cutyourbillsinhalf. com (http://www. cutyourbillsinhalf. com), you are presented with their Best Rate Calculator, which calculates which long distance plan is right for you based upon your own usage. Simply find last month's bill and plug in your numbers to find your savings. From there, the signup process is simple. In just a few more clicks you'll start saving money.

The founder of CutYourBillsInHalf. com began his quest to save consumers money back in 1999 when he released a website that focused on free internet service providers. The days of free internet have been over for some time now but he has not given up on finding other areas that consumers are overspending. With over 5 years of Internet bargain hunting experience, the secrets about long distance are now being revealed.

"The days of 10 cents a minute long distance are over but you still see the advertisements on TV, as if it's the best deal out there. At CYBIH we want to let the truth out about long distance rates and save the consumer 50% or more. Our Best Rate Calculator can normally refer customers to service providers that offer long distance for as little as 3.9 cents a minute. That's a savings of over 60%. What they really don't tell you is that if you're a business customer you can get the same rates" said Richard Smolenski, founder of http://www. cutyourbillsinhalf. com (http://www. cutyourbillsinhalf. com).

Give yourself the perfect gift this holiday season--more money in your wallet--while giving your friends and family the gift of hearing your voice.

For additional information, contact: Richard Smolenski at 1-877-822-3114.

About Cut Your Bills in Half

Founded in 2003, CYBIH focuses on saving consumers money in areas where they are often taken advantage of.

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Explore America's Cradles of Liberty

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Explore America's Cradles of Liberty

Latest Goin6 Tour Encourages Travelers to Explore American History

Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) June 16, 2008

In an ongoing effort to offer fun, affordable travel amidst soaring fuel prices, Motel 6 has launched the Cradles of Liberty tour as the next featured road trip on its new trip-planning Web site, Goin6.com. The Cradles of Liberty tour is designed to guide travelers on a journey through destinations brimming with unforgettable American history like Philadelphia, Washington D. C., Virginia, and more. By planning ahead and staying with Motel 6, which offers the lowest price of any national chain, road trippers can find accommodations for less than many will spend on a tank of gas.

"The summer months are a great time to visit the region that is America's birthplace," said Jeff Palmer, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Motel 6 and Studio 6. "These are historic sites every American and visitor to America should see. And staying at Motel 6 along the way will help you stretch your vacation dollars and enjoy more."

The tour will guide travelers on a journey through the origins of American liberty by way of a Philadelphia-to-Washington D. C. loop. Travelers will visit the sites of many of our nation's most revered buildings and monuments, and see where our founding fathers risked their lives in declaring independence from the British monarchy. Visit Historic Philadelphia, and see where the United States Constitution was drafted. Design a trip to Washington D. C., and encounter an almost limitless string of museums, monuments and memorials. Take a turn through Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland, and visit Revolutionary War battlegrounds and the sites of some of America's earliest colonies.

The Motel 6 Cradles of Liberty tour features highlights in and around each of these regions, including:

Philadelphia - visit Independence National Historical Park, and experience the story of Benjamin Franklin; visit the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the First and Second Banks of the United States and Congress Hall.

Washington D. C. - the nation's capital; visit the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian Institution, the Vietnam War Memorial, and The United States Capitol.

Virginia - experience the solemn reverence of Arlington National Cemetery; visit Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington; and travel to Historic Jamestown, where 104 settlers established one of America's first European settlements.

The Goin6.com Web site helps any history buff plan a great trip by utilizing the "Eat," "Sleep," and "Do" feature tabs, including Motel 6 locations along the way that provide comfortable and affordable accommodations. Soon, the Goin6.com site will feature new and exciting Motel 6 journeys with opportunities for travelers to explore America. Currently, Goin6.com features great vacation ideas like the Jazz Journey, a trip that traces the roots of jazz music from Chicago to New Orleans, and the National Parks Tour - Arizona/Utah Loop, featuring some of the most magnificent and family-friendly national parks in the Western U. S. region.

About Motel 6
Motel 6 offers the best price of any national chain at more than 900 company-owned and franchised locations throughout the United States and Canada. For 21 years Motel 6 has used the tagline, "We'll leave the light on for you," earning the chain the highest brand recognition in the economy lodging segment. Motel 6 was the first national pet friendly chain, welcoming pets since 1962. Standard amenities include free local phone calls, no long distance access charges, free morning coffee, data ports, Wi-Fi Internet access and cable channel line-up with premium channels including HBO, ESPN/ESPN2, and CNN. Most locations offer swimming pools and guest laundry facilities. For more information, visit www. motel6.com.

About Accor North America
Headquartered in Dallas (Carrollton), Texas, Accor North America operates more than 950 upscale and economy properties including nationwide economy leaders Motel 6 and Studio 6 and the upper-upscale Sofitel and upscale Novotel locations in the U. S. and Canada. For more information, visit accor-na. com.

About Accor Worldwide
Accor, the European leader and a major global group in hotels, the global leader in services to corporate clients and public institutions, operates in nearly 100 countries with 170,000 employees. It offers to its clients over 40 years of expertise in its two core businesses:

Hotels, with the Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, Suitehotel, Ibis, All Seasons, Etap Hotel, Formule 1, Studio 6 and Motel 6 brands, representing more than 4,000 hotels and nearly 500,000 rooms in 90 countries.
Services, with 23 million people in nearly 40 countries benefiting from Accor Services products in human resources, marketing services and expense management.

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Tillo13 Enterprises Releases First Book by World Renowned Author and Photographer Andy Tillo entitled LifeStorm

2011-08-18T01:25:00.000-07:00

Tillo13 Enterprises Releases First Book by World Renowned Author and Photographer Andy Tillo entitled LifeStorm

New book release available for immediate purchase @ http://www. tillo13.com from Tillo13 Enterprises! Take a ride like never before with Andy Tillo in LifeStorm!

(PRWEB) September 13, 2004

LifeStorm by Andy Tillo is a creative and imaginative testament to love and love lost. Andy opens his veins and bleeds his soul and spirit in the grand tradition of Frost and Poe. This book of poetry is about subjects dear to his heart and he leaves no doubt to his agonizing torment and unencumbered loss. For years, this author has managed to travel the highways and byways of the world and he shares many of these sights with his readers by placing his prints within the pages of his book. These prints can be also found at http://www. tillo13.com (http://www. tillo13.com).

Each poem and prose piece is directed to the objects of his desire and security. All the while, Andy, subjects his own persona to critical scrutiny in a poetic purgatory. Melancholy and sad in some parts, yet with a sense of a glorious sun rising, just over the dark horizon, Andy Tillo takes his readers into a sensitive and articulate world of light and sensory intake.

LifeStorm is a book of modern poetry for the 21st century reader. Poems like Stuck on Cloud #8, The Blue Shoe Mystery, and Did You Know I Watched You? present new millennial concepts without sacrificing the charm of the Old World poet.

It was once said, "only a tortured soul could truly be a great artist, poet, or musician," Andy proves this true with LifeStorm.

The author was born in Helena, Montana. After moving to Walla Walla, Washington, he graduated from Whitman College in 2001. Andy has traveled the world extensively and shares some of these wonderful and beautiful sites with his readers by placing prints of his photos within the pages of LifeStorm.

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New TSA-Compliant MenScience Travel Kit Allows Men to Travel in Comfort and Style, without Security Hassles

2011-08-17T21:46:00.000-07:00

New TSA-Compliant MenScience Travel Kit Allows Men to Travel in Comfort and Style, without Security Hassles

With air transportation regulations becoming more restrictive every day, travelers from around the world can benefit from learning about new ways to follow the rules and yet still travel in style and comfort. It is with this in mind that MenScience introduces the MenScience Travel Kit, a collection of the ten bestselling items in convenient travel sizes and designed to be compliant with new Transportation Security Administration standards.

MIAMI, FL (PRWEB) October 6, 2006

Just in time for stricter air travel regulations (and the upcoming holiday season), MenScience Androceuticals announces the introduction of their Travel Kit, the most complete and only cosmeceutical-grade travel set 100% compliant with new Transportation Security Administration regulations. According to new rules set in place by the TSA, liquid and gel personal items can now be transported in carry-on luggage if each item is three ounces or less and all can fit in a quart-sized zip-top bag. Because each fluid item falls under this mark and all can fit comfortably in the recommended bag, the MenScience Travel Kit acts as a perfect solution for everyday travels, as well as an innovative gift for the rapidly-approaching holiday season.

Each Travel Kit contains the seven best-selling MenScience products in convenient 2 oz. containers, delivering a complete supply of shaving, skincare and grooming products with the highest standards of quality and results that characterizes the entire MenScience line. The Kit also provides such essential items as durable Ear Plugs, a comfortable Sleep Mask and a Microweave Personal Travel Bag to keep products together and protect them from unnecessary wear and tear. In light of stricter security standards, all liquid items are packed inside a 5x7” quart-sized zip-top bag included in each kit, making inspection at airport checkpoints fast and easily-navigated.

The MenScience Travel Kit contains the following products:

1. Advanced Shave Formula, 2 oz: For close shaving without irritations

2. Daily Face Wash, 2 fl oz: Gently removes impurities and smoothes and renews skin

3. Advanced Face Lotion, 2 fl oz: Ultralight, oil-free formula hydrates, repairs and protects

4. Post-Shave Repair, 2 fl oz: Alcohol-free aftershave toner calms razor burn and redness

5. Daily Shampoo, 2 fl oz: Cleanses all hair types without overdrying

6. Advanced Deodorant, 2.6 oz: Fragrance-free, aluminum-free odor eliminator

7. Advanced Lip Protection, 0.5 oz: SPF 30 protects lips and prevents chapping/peeling

8. Night Sleep Mask: Comfortable and stylish design made from soft microweave fabric

9. Advanced Ear Plugs: Soft and durable for maximum comfort and noise reduction

10. Personal Travel Bag: Stylish, microweave lined fabric is water and stain resistant

The Kit is priced at $78.00 and is available, along with the full line of MenScience Androceuticals, at www. MenScience. com or by calling 1-800-608-MENS. MenScience products can also be found at Barneys New York, Nordstrom and fine skincare retailers and spas in the U. S. and worldwide.

MenScience Androceuticals offers professional-grade shaving, grooming and skin care products based on cosmeceutically-active ingredients that deliver maximum efficacy and visible results. It is their goal to revolutionize skin care for men with unique and innovative products offering the highest level of performance and quality.

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Youth Who Pursue College Because of Ethnic Styled Hair and Body Jewelry

2011-08-17T18:42:00.000-07:00

Youth Who Pursue College Because of Ethnic Styled Hair and Body Jewelry

Disadvantaged college students pursue college degrees with the help of jewelry designer Mia Simone’s book scholarships.

Westminster, CO (PRWEB) December 5, 2005 -–

A college instructor introduced business woman and entrepreneur Mia Simone to the world of jewelry making and since that day jewelry design has captured the heart, hands and mind of this young woman who came from a disadvantaged home. She had a mind and will to pursue a college degree and make a positive impact on society in her own unique way. This highly creative young woman put herself through college graduating magna cum laude from Bethune-Cookman College. She accepted a job at IBM after graduating and worked her way quickly up the corporate ladder and left IBM to pursue her international Internet boutique full time. Being in a position to give scholarships to college students that come from low income and disadvantaged homes is something Mia Simone envisioned doing as a college student. A percentage of the profits made from jewelry sales goes toward the Mia Simone’s Boutique Book Scholarship. She awards several college students book scholarships each year through her Mia Simone’s Boutique Book Scholarship. College students can obtain the book scholarship application from her web site, http://www. miasb. com (http://www. miasb. com). Donations to the Mia Simone’s Boutique Book Scholarship are appreciated and can be made through the web site.

Designer Mia Simone has over 10 years of jewelry design experience and specializes in making gemstone and rare exotic beaded jewelry for the hair and body. She began designing and making jewelry during her senior year at Bethune-Cookman College in Daytona Beach, Florida. She is an independent jewelry designer who is self taught and has learned her craft completely through hands on experience. Her jewelry collection is called “Ethnic Elegance” because of its ethnic yet elegant style that contains a plethora of gemstones and exotic beads from Africa, India, Asia and Europe.

Warm vivid colors mixed with various rich textures of round, rectangle, faceted cut gemstones with rare exotic beads of various sizes and shapes are skillfully strung into necklaces and bracelets. Other jewelry pieces are made into earrings and the much talked about hair jewelry. It all starts with ideas that are obtained from the many beads and gems Mia Simone buys. She searches for rare exotic beads and gemstones during her travels and goes to trade shows for jewelers seeking the right gemstones and beads for her work. Looking for unique colorful and attractive beads perfect for her designs has become one of Mia Simone’s simple pleasures. Her jewelry services include a large selection of beaded semiprecious gemstone jewelry, custom orders, and repairing old jewelry that customers give her. Her jewelry is loved and worn by women from many ethnic backgrounds such as Vietnamese, African American, Caucasian, Multiracial and Hispanic to name a few.

Mia Simone’s Boutique is an international Internet boutique selling handcrafted accessories and 100 percent natural body care products.

Contact: Mia Simone

303-451-9406

Http://www. miasb. com (http://www. miasb. com)

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Confused. com Issues Fresh Warning for Social Media Users

2011-08-17T07:59:00.000-07:00

Confused. com Issues Fresh Warning for Social Media Users

Home insurance premiums likely to rise for those who use social media sites, says Confused. com.

Cardiff, UK (PRWEB) October 16, 2010

Confused. com is warning people who use social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook that they could eventually face hikes in their home insurance premiums.

The move comes after a burglary ring in Nashua, New Hampshire, targeted people who checked into places on Facebook, alerting them when they were not home. The police caught them after they broke into 50 homes and stole $100,000 worth of goods*.

Earlier this year, Confused. com predicted the new wave in social media could eventually lead to big hikes in home insurance premiums. Gareth Kloet, head of home insurance at Confused. com said: "What's happened in the US could be the start of a worrying trend and if insurance providers see it as a potential risk, you can bet your home contents on the fact they'll start pricing for it.

"Something like 'Places' on Facebook broadcasts people's locations on a platform which has 500 million users - you don't need to be an insurance provider to see the risk that poses. I wouldn't be surprised if we see rises of up to 10% for social media users in the future."

"Criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their information gathering even using Google Earth and Street View to plan their burglaries with military precision. Insurance providers are starting to take this into account when they are assessing claims and we may in future see insurers declining claims if they believe the customer was negligent.

"We would always recommend that our customers have adequate security and insurance in place to protect them should the worst happen, however they need to be aware that home security doesn't just mean physical locks."

Confused. com's top three tips to reduce the risk of using social networks and therefore the risk on homes are:

1. Never post your home address or other personal information such as your home phone number on social networking sites;

2. Don't follow people you don't know on social networks and use block others from seeing your profile if you don't know them;

3. Turn off location-based services on Twitter and Facebook unless you absolutely need to use them - you will need to go in to your 'settings' or account to do this.

-Ends-

For further information please contact the confused. com press office:
02920 434272

Notes to editors

*Source: http://techcrunch. com/2010/09/10/facebook-places-please-rob-me/

About Confused. com

Confused. com is one of the UK's biggest and most popular price comparison services. Launched in 2002, it generates over one million quotes per month. It has expanded its range of comparison products over the last couple of years to include home insurance, travel insurance, pet insurance, van and car insurance, motorbike insurance, breakdown cover and energy, as well as financial services products including credit cards, loans, mortgages and life insurance.

Confused. com is owned by the Admiral Group plc. Admiral listed on the London Stock Exchange in September 2004. Confused. com is regulated by the FSA.

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Imperial Finance & Trading, LLC Hires Randy Marcin as National Sales Manager

2011-08-17T01:38:00.000-07:00

Imperial Finance & Trading, LLC Hires Randy Marcin as National Sales Manager

Imperial Finance and Trading, LLC, a leader in premium finance for life insurance, announces the addition of Randy Marcin as national sales manager to its sales team.

BOCA RATON, Fla. (PRWEB) September 27, 2007

Randy Marcin brings eight years of industry experience to Imperial. He joins us from Peachtree Life Settlements where he was national sales manger for the Life Settlement and Premium Finance Divisions. Mr. Marcin played a key role in creating the Premium Finance Division. He was also a regional vice president in the state of Florida for Travelers Life & Annuity. In addition, Marcin has reported on market news as a financial advisor for CBS News Miami.

"After working in the premium finance industry for years, I am excited to see the higher level of unsurpassed passion, direction, and vision that is enhanced by Randy's presence here at Imperial," commented Jonathan Neuman, President and CEO.

About Imperial

Imperial Finance & Trading, LLC is a specialty finance company focused on the premium finance and life settlement industries. Premium financing is a service which enables individuals to secure a life insurance policy without liquidating their current assets for establishing estate planning. A life settlement is the sale of an existing life insurance policy to an unrelated investor for an amount greater than the policy's cash surrender value but lower than the face amount of the policy. Imperial is located in Boca Raton, Florida. For more information visit www. imprl. com.

For further information contact Darcy Sullivan at dsullivan@imprl. com or (561) 995-4350.

Intercourse PA Book to be Released This Summer

2011-08-16T18:26:00.000-07:00

Intercourse PA Book to be Released This Summer

A book on Intercourse, PA, and other local towns, will be released this summer. Historical and pictoral in nature, this book will draw attention from those who embrace history of PA, as a building block for the nation.

(PRWEB) June 11, 2005

Author, Michele M. Paiva, is proud to announce the soon to be released "Intercourse, Paradise, Salisbury and Leacock" historical book by Arcadia Publishing.

"The area is heavily visited by people not only across the United States, but attracts international travelers as well," said Paiva of the region.

"It's attraction is unique. Unlike many area's which may boast only shopping or a beach, this area shares many extraneous qualities such as history, nature, cultures, shopping, tours and of course, unique names for towns which are as creative as their historical beginnings," she explained.

The photographs are extremely crisp considering many of them are from the 1920's. The detail in the photographs are so contrasting that you almost feel you are peering through a window, a window of history.

"I had a great time collecting photographs and stories of the area. The people of the area were so helpful. I can't thank enough the Cocalico Historical Society also. They were instrumental in this endeavor, and true professionals. Additionally, the Pequea Valley Library was another cherished working relationship. The library has been a steadfast participant in the growth and historical preservation of the the community, and a portion of all proceeds will go to them as long as the book is in print. It was the least I could do for their support of not only this project, but this community"

What does Paiva hope for?

"More than anything, I want those who are local to understand that they are respected and cherished for their contributions. Additionally, I am hoping that as tourists pass through the region, that the book helps them to respect and embrace the land and people of the region. It's all about a spiritual respect," remarked Paiva. What is next for Paiva? She hopes a book on the Mummers.

"The Mummers were such a part of my families tradition. They still are. Living in Pennsylvania, there is a hometown pride to being the place the Mummers strut. I want to show the world that the Mummers are a historical cultural icon, an entertainment venue, a close-knit quilt of persons and most of all, to celebrate the individuals from the past and the present, to make way for the future. To help keep the Mummers alive, even the memories of the past Mummers" she said.

Paiva is available for interview, book signings and comments/questions.

Paiva, a National Legal Advocate, is a member of the American Bar Association, The American Trial Lawyers Association, a former Broadcast Journalist and Anchor, a myoskeletal therapist and yoga therapist, and currently enjoys writing both books and her columns, "The Healthy Advocate" and "Public Relation Propagation."

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Mayor Nutter Unveils Plan for Making Philadelphia American's Number One Green City

2011-08-10T09:48:00.000-07:00

Mayor Nutter Unveils Plan for Making Philadelphia American's Number One Green City

Mayor Michael A. Nutter announces Greenworks Philadelphia, an ambitious, comprehensive framework to make Philadelphia the greenest city in the United States of America by 2015. It sets goals in five areas -- energy, environment, equity, economy and engagement -- and encompasses more than 150 initiatives. Official announcement to take place in Philadelphia, April 29, 2009, at 10 a. m.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) April 29, 2009

Mayor Michael A. Nutter and the Mayor's Office of Sustainability today announced Greenworks Philadelphia, an ambitious, comprehensive framework to make Philadelphia the greenest city in the United States of America by 2015. It sets goals in five areas -- energy, environment, equity, economy and engagement -- and encompasses more than 150 initiatives. Together, they will reduce the city's vulnerability to rising energy prices, limit its environmental footprint, and reposition its workforce and job development strategies to build upon Philadelphia's competitive advantages in the emerging green economy.

"Greenworks Philadelphia is a vision for how Philadelphia can and should seize this moment, building on the assets of the city left to us by the past and creating a better future for ourselves, our children and generations to come," said Mayor Nutter.

Van Jones, President Obama's Special Advisor for Green Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, said, "Greenworks Philadelphia is an example of what cities and communities throughout this country can do to develop smart, green solutions on a local level. The Mayor's commitment to become more energy efficient, reduce the city's carbon footprint and increase opportunity through green job creation are key components to a green recovery."

Greenworks Philadelphia seeks to make more homes and buildings weather-tight, increase recycling and minimize trash, give residents better access to parks and fresh food, and capture the benefits of solar and geothermal energy. It envisions planting thousands of trees, equipping the municipal fleet with less-polluting engines and expanding green job training, so plenty of Philadelphia's workers have the skills to retrofit buildings and install solar arrays.

"Green jobs represent a new pathway to the middle class, just as factory jobs once were," said Mayor Nutter. "Philadelphia enjoys a reputation as a city that values work--real work, honest work, hard work. So despite these tough economic times, or perhaps because of them, it is time once again for Philadelphians to roll up their sleeves and get to it."

Mark Alan Hughes, Philadelphia's director of sustainability and the chief policy advisor to Mayor Nutter, said the mayor is not only committed to sustainability, "he is actively leveraging any and all resources that will prepare all Philadelphians for jobs in the growing green economy," Hughes said.

Margaret O'Sullivan, Philadelphia City Director of the Clinton Climate Initiative said, "With the launch of Greenworks Philadelphia, the Mayor's Office of Sustainability has provided a compelling framework for a smart energy future. Today, the City of Philadelphia joins others in the C40 Large Cities Climate Leadership Group in embracing the extraordinary challenges of energy vulnerability and climate change with the release of this forward thinking and accessible roadmap for Philadelphia's citizens and businesses."

Developing a sustainability framework was a key part of Mayor Nutter's election campaign, and upon taking office, he established the city's first Office of Sustainability. Many organizations have worked hard for years to get a comprehensive sustainability plan adopted, but have lacked a serious partner in City Hall.

Greenworks Philadelphia was refined over the past 10 months by many city employees, local and national nonprofit organizations, and civic and business leaders including the Mayor's Sustainability Advisory Board, which is chaired by attorney Joe Manko and Anne Papageorge, vice president for the Division of Facilities and Real Estate Services at the University of Pennsylvania. William Penn Foundation also supported the development of Greenworks Philadelphia.

"This framework for sustainability emerged from the ideas of hundreds of Philadelphians throughout the city," said Mayor Nutter. "It's everybody's plan, but the Mayor's Office of Sustainability will act as the clearing house for coordinating many of the proposed activities and help us build new partnerships with citizens, communities and institutions throughout the city and region."

Click on the web site www. phila. gov/green/mos. html (http://www. phila. gov/green/mos. html ) or www. greenworksphila. org for more information and a full copy of the report.

Here is a summary of what Greenworks Philadelphia seeks to do:

Energy

Goal: Philadelphia Reduces Its Vulnerability to Rising Energy Prices

Target 1: Lower City Government Energy Consumption by 30 percent

Retrofit municipal buildings using Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).

Create target energy budgets for city operating departments.

Develop energy conservation education for city employees.

Target 2: Reduce Energy Consumption in Buildings Citywide by 10 Percent

Develop new buildings that are more energy efficient.

Create financing program for energy efficient tenant improvements in commercial leases and revolving loan fund for residential improvements.

Target 3: Retrofit 15 Percent of Housing Stock with Insulation, Air Sealing, Cool Roofs

Capitalize on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which provides Philadelphia with a once-in-a-generation opportunity to retrofit aging housing stock.

Expand access to weatherization jobs through community partnerships.

Target 4: Purchase and Generate 20 Percent of Electricity Used in Philadelphia from Alternative Energy Sources

Construct biogas cogeneration facility.

Support solar power purchase agreements on public and private sites.

Take advantage of PECO's compliance with Pennsylvania's Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard, which mandates that energy providers obtain 9.2 percent of their electrical supply from alternative energy by 2011.

Environment

Goal: Philadelphia Decreases Its Environmental Footprint

Target 5: Reduce Green House Gas Emissions by 20 Percent

Exceed climate agreements with U. S. Conference of Mayors, ICLEI and the Clinton Climate Change Initiative and lead on new agreements.

Create/adopt registry to take advantage of future federal cap-and-trade legislation.

Target 6: Improve Air Quality toward Attainment of Federal Standards

Reduce the number of days rated as "unhealthy" by the Air Quality Index. Decrease ozone and fine particulate matter levels to meet new, stricter federal standards.

Add filters to all diesel vehicles in City fleet and switch to biodiesel and CNG.

Reduce street congestion through parking policy and signal technology.

Reduce emissions at the Port of Philadelphia and Philadelphia International Airport.

Target 7: Divert 70 Percent of Solid Waste from Landfill

Increase the amount of recycling by residents to 25 percent by 2015 through incentive programs and public engagement efforts.

Install public space recycling containers in Center City.

Reduce the amount of trash generated.

Equity

Goal: Philadelphia Provides More Equitable Access To Healthy Neighborhoods

Target 8: Manage Storm Water to Meet Federal Standards

Recommend that the natural links between land and water be reconnected, with green infrastructure -- trees, vegetation and soil -- becoming the city's preferred storm water management system.

If the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency revises applicable regulations, 3,200 acres of green space and permeable surfaces will be created by 2015.

Increase green and open space by using permeable pavement on parking lots and playgrounds, building green roofs, and distributing rainwater collection barrels to homeowners.

Target 9: Provide Park and Recreation Resources within 10 Minutes of 75 Percent of Residents

Create an additional 500 acres of public space.

Redevelop and provide public access to major waterways.

Create open space during neighborhood redevelopment efforts.

Maintain efforts to "clean and green" vacant lots.

Target 10: Offer Local Food within 10 Minutes of 75 Percent of Residents

Promote initiatives of the Philadelphia Food Charter and Food Policy Council.

Expand the number of farmers markets, food producing community gardens and urban farms so that 86 new fresh food outlets are created by 2015.

Convert vacant land into working gardens.

Target 11: Boost Tree Coverage toward 30 Percent in All Neighborhoods in 2025

Plant 300,000 trees.

Work closely with partners such as the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and accelerate city-wide tree planting campaign.

Plant trees in vacant lots, school yards and on city-owned property.

Encourage Philadelphians to plant and care for trees on their streets and in their yards.

Launch local carbon offset initiative in support of tree planting (Erase Your Trace)

Economy

Goal: Creating Competitive Advantage from Sustainability

Target 12: Reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled by 10 Percent

Support SEPTA in its effort to increase transit ridership through service improvements, capital investments and new fare technologies.

Invest in transit-oriented development and Bike/Pedestrian trail efforts.

Target 13: Increase the "State of Good Repair" of City Infrastructure

Increase infrastructure "state of good repair" to 70 percent.

Develop Public Property facilities asset management database system.

Incorporate climate adaptation projections into infrastructure planning.

Target 14: Double the Number of Low - and High-Skill Green Jobs

Double the number of green jobs to 28,800.

Create an economic development strategy built on demand for affordable energy.

Link workforce development programs to green job opportunities

Engagement

Goal: Philadelphians Unite to Build a Sustainable Future

Target 15: Philadelphia is the Greenest City in America

Partner with Philadelphia Youth Commission and others to organize neighborhood energy campaigns.

Create other engagement efforts around recycling and tree planting.

Track progress with annual updates.

Make data available on-line so that independent analyses can be conducted.

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Houston Entrepreneur sets new Internet record

2011-08-08T06:05:00.000-07:00

Houston Entrepreneur sets new Internet record

Claims that anyone can design a professional website in under 5 minutes using free content available on the web

(PRWEB) July 24, 2003

Scott Alliy Internet author and trainer and owner creator of 297 Internet websites recently took a challenge to see how fast a person could build a professional and informative website that would be user and search engine friendly and that could be built without cost.

The answer was under 5 minutes and the result of his efforts is the boat page http://www. successplanningint. com/boat/ (http://www. successplanningint. com/boat/).

Using nothing but free content Mr. Alliy created an appealing and informative website. The site contains all the elements that good websites should have including a menu, an attractive image a bold title an article relating to the site and dynamic travel industry news feeds.

One of the best features of The Boat Page that users don't see is the behind the scenes page setup that will help this page to become top listed on well known search engines and bring visitors and business to him.

Scott has packaged his Quick Design Web Page system into a Web Design kit with complete instructions for building your own web pages using his quick page system. He offers the kit for sale to the public. Details about the Web Design kit are available on the Boat page at www. successplannignint. com/boat/ (http://www. successplannignint. com/boat/).

This is not the first time that Mr Alliy has shocked himself and associates with his amazing Internet feats. During the Iraq war he developed one of his websites WhiteHouseUSA. com into a 4 section Message board that supporters could use to write letters of support for our President, the Troops, individuals soldiers, and that soldiers could use to post messages back home.

The amazing thing about WhiteHouseUSA. com is that as Mr. Alliy will tell you he literally created the site in his sleep. He awoke in the middle of the night and created the site and the next morning he revealed the accomplishment to his wife.

Mr Alliy reveals his Internet strategies learned over many years and teaches individuals and businesses how to really leverage the power of the Internet for their own purposes during his Internet Success Boot camps that he holds in various cities around the country.

About Scott Alliy.

Scott Alliy is an Internet Consultant who owns 297 Internet websites. He has over 23 years of technology experience and holds several industry certifications. He is the author of Internet Success Secrets an e-book that reveals how to design professional websites for personal or business use.

His online accomplishments include developing several niche-market directories including FindaSeminar. com an Events Search engine HomesandRealty. com a Real Estate Services directory and Timesharechoices. com a Resort and travel directory and timeshare property search engine. He continues to acquire and develop Internet Real Estate incuding his recent sites AsSeenAtSeminars. com where visitors can find and purchase seminar products and TaxlienIncome. com an education site for Real Estate investors.

When he is not creating and developing websites Mr. Alliy teaches an Internet Boot Camp he calls the Internet Success Workshop see http://www. ibizconsult. com (http://www. ibizconsult. com).

Mr Alliy is available for group speaking engagements upon request.

Contact

Scott B. Alliy MCSE

President

Online Business Ethics Association

P. O. Box 1857

Pearland Texas

281 692 0652

800 349 1935

Turn Your Passion Into Your Start-Up Company

2011-08-07T19:36:00.000-07:00

Turn Your Passion Into Your Start-Up Company

Freelance artist, Eldrick, is embarking on a journey of his venture – Learning Through Seeing VCD that shows the detailed steps on how to learn oil, acrylic painting & human figure drawing by watching the VCD. An Electrical Engineer by profession, Eldrick, 30, has founded Just Paint Learning Through Seeing Academy (www. justpaint. biz). He shared with us the many obstacles and lessons he learnt along the way.

(PRWEB) July 2, 2006

Q: What is Just Paint’s philosophy?

A: What we have in mind is simple and sincere. We want to reach out to everyone especially students in secondary schools and help them learn the art of painting effectively.

Q: Why students in particular?

A: Oil or acrylic painting does not exists only in the boundaries of the professional artist’s world. Everyone should be given the opportunities to learn these amazing painting mediums. I have great interest in art since young. When I was in school, I asked my school art teacher what is oil painting exactly and how I could learn. To my disappointment, she has no exact answer for me. I was yearning to learn oil paint so greatly but had no one to turn to. You could say this incident prompted me to launch Just Paint. My hope is that art learner will not experience the same as I did. If the art teachers can be equipped with this value-added teaching tool, it will increases the teacher’s effectiveness in teaching. For parents, they have total flexibility to play, rewind the step-step painting process to their children. This can be done from the comfort of their own home.

Q: Could you explain your start-up a little?

A: Challenging. Extremely challenging. Basically, I was very much on my own. The rehearsal of painting process, video recording, video editing, product packaging, company logo design, slogan, website creation, online-shopping cart, marketing, business registration and so on, it’s all very exhausting and taxing.

· Painting recording

As an avid photographer and videographer for years, I was able to record the painting process with a simple studio setup in my place. I spent months on painting rehearsal, recording and editing. I have watched the painting video lesson by some other artist to ensure I could produce the art video lesson with the same or better quality than theirs. It was tough at the beginning. I need to compromise the time to complete one painting with the optimum length of the video lesson. If I explain too much it will slow down the painting process. If I go too fast I worry I may miss out some of the details. Sometimes, I realized that the recording button was

Not switched on after I’ve finished a portion of the painting and had to do all over again. You can imagine the frustration! Other times, the whole video got corrupted while I was editing and have to redo. There were many obstacles along the way. It’s not easy but I learnt a lot.

· Website Design

The market rate for designing and creating a web page ranges from $10 to more than $100 per web page. During the university days, I used to design my own personal websites. To save cost, I am designing the website myself and of course “the artistic way”. I am using the web-hosting service of Yahoo. I can choose my own domain name (www. justpaint. biz), register it and complete the online payment within minutes. There are lots of private web-hosting services and some of them offer a good deal. The reason I choose Yahoo web-hosting service is that they are the big player in the market and you could rely on their services, the stability and the network speed of their web-hosting servers.

· Online Shopping Cart

For the online shopping cart, I have opted Pay-pal. Founded in 1998, PayPal, an eBay Company, enables any individual or business with an email address to securely, easily and quickly send and receive payments online. PayPal's service builds on the existing financial infrastructure of bank accounts and credit cards and utilizes the world's most advanced proprietary fraud prevention systems to create a safe, global, real-time payment solution. The good things about PayPal are no setup fee and no monthly subscription fee needed. You only pay a fraction percentage of the online transaction when there is any purchase by the customer.

Q: You’re saying learning through video is very effective compared to many other mediums. How is that?

A: Visual learning is very effective and there’s no doubt about it. Since young, we learn many things through seeing. This is not rare at all in the West. In fact, it is the “in” thing now. Technology has helped made our life much simpler, including learning techniques. I have tried learning through books but it’s not as effective, ‘flowing’ and ‘step-by-step’ as video. It’s important to observe fine details and this is where video could help us. I have included a short preview clip of the video on the website www. justpaint. biz/videoclip. html (http://www. justpaint. biz/videoclip. html) as well, which visitor can view for free.

Q: How does learning through Just Paint compare to actual class?

A: By attending classes outside, I have to pay through my nose. The average fee for a 2-hour painting session can range from $40 to $80. This has not included the traveling time or transportation fee to the classes. Just Paint is offering the permanent, value for money art educational tools. You are able to watch and learn at your own pace, time and location. You have the total control to pause, replay, fast-forward & rewind every single step of the painting process. Furthermore, the whole family or friends can watch and learn together and that’s we call Learning is Fun!

About Just Paint

>> A dynamic and breakthrough company http://www. justpaint. biz (http://www. justpaint. biz) offers a wide range of oil and acrylic self-learning lesson through VideoCD. You can now learn oil, acrylic painting & figure drawing (http//www. justpaint. biz/figuredrawing. html (http://www. justpaint. biz/figuredrawing. html)) at anyplace, any pace that you want. A must have art educational tools for all level of learners. Visit www. justpaint. biz for more info or email Eldrick.

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Lifting the Veil on Afghanistan: Stinger, by Diana R. Chambers, Featured Author at The Mystery Bookstore in W. Los Angeles, October 7, 2006, 2 PM

2011-08-06T19:34:00.000-07:00

Lifting the Veil on Afghanistan: Stinger, by Diana R. Chambers, Featured Author at The Mystery Bookstore in W. Los Angeles, October 7, 2006, 2 PM

Stinger, the latest espionage novel by Diana R. Chambers, goes behind the headlines in war-torn Afghanistan. In her only Los Angeles appearance, Chambers will discuss how past becomes present in Afghanistan. She will also take her audience inside the forbidding no-man's land of Pakistan, the suspected refuge of Osama bin Laden.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 2, 2006

The US invaded Afghanistan in 2001. A June 1, 2006 editorial in the New York Times states, “Something has gone alarmingly wrong in Afghanistan, previously touted as the Bush administration’s one quasi-successful venture in nation-building....” In the topical thriller, Stinger (Aventine Press, July 1, 2006; Paperback; $13.95), author Diana R. Chambers sets the stage for issues and events still unfolding in Central Asia.

On Saturday, October 7th at 2 PM, Diana Chambers will read from her latest espionage novel, Stinger, at The Mystery Bookstore, 1036-C Broxton Avenue in West Los Angeles, near the UCLA campus. Praised for its riveting plot and deep sense of place, Stinger tells the story behind the story, and examines how this ancient Silk Road land became once again a crossroads of invaders and spies. Stinger is a gripping spy thriller whose subtext relates to the ongoing Great Game of power and influence. The chaos following one such conflict between Russia and the US in Afghanistan led to the rise of the Taliban, who sheltered bin Laden and thus facilitated the events of 9/11.

Stinger takes us back to those earlier days and shows the roots of America's current involvement in Afghanistan. In the 1980s, the heroic Afghan resistance to the Soviet invasion galvanized the world: David slinging rocks at Goliath, and somehow managing to survive. As supported by a US covert assistance program -- which included shoulder-fired Stinger missiles -- the mujahideen gained a stunning victory that led to the collapse of the USSR. Too late, the Russians learned that the tribal peoples of Afghanistan can not tolerate an invader and will always unite against the farangi (foreigner).

Stinger opens in the dusty border town of Peshawar, Pakistan, where we meet Nick Daley, the unorthodox CIA officer from Chambers’ The Company She Keeps. The intrigue begins with the disappearance of the first shipment of American Stingers -- the portable missiles that threaten Soviet might -- and then deepens with a mysterious graveyard murder. The arrival of San Francisco journalist, Robin Reeves, stirs things up further. Gradually an unusual love story will unfold, a triangle involving Nick, Robin and her former Berkeley lover, Jamal, now an elusive mujahideen chief—a man with many enemies. These characters lead us into a world of danger, a world of spy versus spy, where no one is what he or she seems. Where hidden agendas provide their own kind of veil…until the mystery is resolved in a shattering climax.

Meet the author, Diana R. Chambers, at the Mystery Bookstore, one of the nation's pre-eminent mystery bookstores, on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2 PM.

"Diana R. Chambers has created a world of breathtaking suspense and action-packed political intrigue….Her characters burst unforgettably from the pages."

— Harold Livingston, author and screenwriter,

Ride A Tiger, Star Trek: The Motion Picture

"Stinger is a crackling spy story that takes you from the bazaars of Peshawar to the secret heart of Afghanistan by means of a surprising romantic triangle."

— Richard M. Rosenbloom, producer

Sinatra, Cagney and Lacey

"Stinger is a must read, a romantic thriller that grabs you and won't let go. Prepare yourself for a fascinating plot with more twists and turns than the Khyber Pass."

— Peter Falk, actor

Stinger

By Diana R. Chambers

Published by Aventine Press

Publication Date: July 1, 2006

Paperback: $13.95, 224 pages

ISBN 1-59330-377-7

About the Author:

Diana R. Chambers is the author of the new mystery thriller, Stinger, the story of a "rogue" CIA officer who becomes entangled in a triangle with a San Francisco journalist and an elusive Afghan chief. Her earlier novel, The Company She Keeps, follows the CIA officer back to the States where he recruits a young southern agent in defense of the nation's technology secrets, a mission that leads from the grand boulevards of Europe to the Grand Bazaar of Tehran. Chambers has been praised for her unusual characters, riveting plots and deep sense of place. Her other writings include work for television, film, theater and new media, as well as numerous travel articles. A member of the Writers Guild of America, PEN, Sisters in Crime and the Women's National Book Association, she lives in the SF Bay Area with her family. For updates on her work and appearances, visit www. silkroad. org.

Calendar Editors:

WHO: Diana R. Chambers, author of Stinger

WHAT: Reading & Booksigning of Stinger

WHERE: The Mystery Bookstore, 1036-C Broxton Avenue in Los Angeles

WHEN: Saturday, October 7 @ 2:00 PM

COST: Free to the Public

CONTACT: 310/209-0415; 800/821-9017

For more information, images, or to arrange interviews, contact Kim McMillon at (510) 228-6775.

All Aventine Press books are available through Ingram Book Company.

We would appreciate receiving any review or mention. Thank you.

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Belize. com Launches Redesigned Travel Belize Website

2011-08-06T01:41:00.000-07:00

Belize. com Launches Redesigned Travel Belize Website

Belize. com launches newly redesigned website with updated Travel Belize articles, photos, news, weather updates and article submission form for visitors wishing to share Belize Trip Reports. Two sister websites have also been redesigned including the Belize Forums and the Belize Yellow Classifieds websites.

Belmopan, Belize (PRWEB) May 24, 2010

Belize. com Ltd. the leading independent portal and website devoted to Belize is proud to announce the launch of a new and much anticipated website redesign at http://www. belize. com (http://www. belize. com)

The simple and clean site design is part of the company's mission to continuously meet the needs of prospective visitors to Belize by providing improved navigation, better search, and a new Article Submission page for those who want to contribute articles and Belize Trip Reports.

The website features updated travel destination pages on important Belize travel points such as Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Placencia, inland Belize, Vave Tubing and Archaeological areas.

The improved website contains the following new features:

A website menu that gives readers a clearer indication of pages that exist on the site.
An integrated Twitter sidebar that shows latest Belize Tweets.
An integrated Google News sidebar that displays current and breaking Belize news.
An updated weather page showing latest weather conditions in Belize updated on the hour 24/7
A web form for visitors to submit articles or trip reports on themes relating to Travel Belize experiences.
A relaunched Belize Forums sister website at http://www. belizeculture. com (http://www. belizeculture. com) running a new and faster forum software.
A relaunched Belize Yellow Classifieds sister website at http://www. belizeyellow. com (http://www. belizeyellow. com) where Free Listings are available for a limited time.

The website redesign is the first of other upcoming strategies that Belize. com Ltd. has incorporated into their integrated marketing communications campaign. "We are pleased to unveil our new website redesign. Our effort to stay current on technology changes is a priority for us and our advertising partners. As the leading independent Belize website wholly owned and operated by Belizeans, we realize every touchpoint our visitors and customers contact us through and we must give them a positive user experience. We hope the new website re-design will achieve this objective", said Manolo Romero, Managing Director and CEO of Belize. com Ltd.

The website was redesigned in-house by Belize. com Ltd.

About Belize. com Ltd.
Belize. com Ltd. is the first website launched to promote the Central American nation of Belize as a travel destination. The company operates the leading independent website portal on Belize and does not accept funding from government controlled tourism
Or other state agencies. It is the only leading website devoted to Belize that is wholly owned and operated by Belize entrepreneurs. Belize. com operates tourism, news and social media website properties devoted exclusively to Belize and neighboring areas of nearby
Guatemala and Mexico.

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I Can Hear You Now: Wi-Ex Introduces New zBoost zPocket Cell Phone Signal Booster

2011-08-03T11:50:00.000-07:00

I Can Hear You Now: Wi-Ex Introduces New zBoost zPocket Cell Phone Signal Booster

Wi-Ex, the leading provider of consumer cell phone signal boosters, announced today at CTIA (Booth 4507) the zBoost zPocket, the personal cell phone signal booster to help improve your cell phone signal at home or on the go. The zPocket is the newest edition to the award winning zBoost product line and at $119 represents the lowest priced entry unit in the zBoost line. The zPocket provides consumers with an affordable, dual-band solution that captures and amplifies the 800MHz signal or the 1900MHz bands for improved cell phone signal at home, the office or on the go. The zPocket is light weight making it ideal for personal spaces such as hotels, desks, small apartments and dorm rooms.

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) April 1, 2008

Wi-Ex, (www. wi-ex. com), the leading provider of consumer cell phone signal boosters, announced today at CTIA (Booth 4507) the zBoost zPocket, the personal cell phone signal booster to help improve your cell phone signal at home or on the go. The zPocket is the newest edition to the award winning zBoost product line and at $119 represents the lowest priced entry unit in the zBoost line. The zPocket provides consumers with an affordable, dual-band solution that captures and amplifies the 800MHz signal or the 1900MHz bands for improved cell phone signal at home, the office or on the go. The zPocket is light weight making it ideal for personal spaces such as hotels, desks, small apartments and dorm rooms.

According to the zBoost "On the Go" survey, commissioned in March 2008 and conducted by Harris Interactive®, 72% of cell phone owners have experienced service problems such as dropped calls (45%), poor signal reception at home (36%) or dead zones at work (34%).

"Our most recent survey findings continue to demonstrate the challenges consumers face when trying to get and keep a strong cell phone signal at home, in the car and on the go," said Lloyd R. Meese, President and CEO of Wi-Ex. "Wi-Ex is committed to providing innovative solutions that meet the needs for all consumers facing cell phone signal issues. The zPocket addresses the needs of those consumers looking for a solution for travel, as well as smaller spaces - hotels, dorms, apartments. The zPocket is a unique solution that is portable, easy to set up and has a very small footprint."

The zBoost zPocket repeats and amplifies a cell phone signal from outside the building to a consumer's phone and is ideal for dorms, hotel rooms, condos or apartments all while maintaining the integrity of the carriers' network. In addition, it supports voice calls or data services and works with all phones and carriers except Nextel.

The package includes everything consumers need to improve their cell phone signal including a small window mount base unit, a pocket for your phone and indoor antenna. The zPocket allows consumers to freely move around the room with either their speakerphone or Bluetooth headset. The unit is designed to sit or hang in the window and a simple indoor antenna is cabled up to 20 feet across the room. The zBoost zPocket is easy to set-up and provides "take-with-you" convenience with a small footprint.

Like all Wi-Ex products, the zBoost zPocket uses patent-pending technology to protect the carrier network.

ZBoost offers a suite of products that improve in-door cell phone signals through the creation of cell zones. They are easy to install, affordable and increase in-building coverage by up to 2500 sq ft. The zBoost product line is compatible with 800MHz and 1900MHz and range in price from $169 - $399 including:

zBoost zPocket - Personal workspace booster works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - $119 - use with speakerphone or Bluetooth headset
zBoost zPersonal (zP) - Personal booster that works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - $169; single user increases coverage from 4-6ft
zBoost - Cellular frequency works with 800MHz - $299 - multiple users simultaneously; increases coverage up to 2500 sq ft.
zBoost - PCS frequency works with 1900MHz - $299 - multiple users simultaneously; increases coverage up to 2500 sq ft.
zBoost - Dual Band works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - $399 - multiple users simultaneously; increases coverage up to 2500 sq ft.
zBoost for the car - Dual Band works with both 800MHz and 1900MHz - $299 - New model in Jan 2008
zBoost safety division - Flexible and affordable technology designed for the public safety market - shipping in Q2 2008
zBoost for the Professional Installer - zBoost 600 series of products include single frequencies or a dual-band unit.

About the zBoost "On the Go" Survey
This survey was conducted online by Harris Interactive on behalf of WiEx between March 14 and March 18, 2008 among 2,387 U. S. adults 18 years of age or older, of whom, 2,114 own a cell phone.

Results were weighted as needed on the basis of region, age within gender, education, household income, and race/ethnicity. Propensity score weighting was also used to adjust for respondents' propensity to be online.

All sample surveys and polls, whether or not they use probability sampling, are subject to multiple sources of error which are most often not possible to quantify or estimate, including sampling error, coverage error, error associated with nonresponse, error associated with question wording and response options, and post-survey weighting and adjustments. Therefore, Harris Interactive avoids the words "margin of error" as they are misleading. All that can be calculated are different possible sampling errors with different probabilities for pure, unweighted, random samples with 100% response rates. These are only theoretical because no published polls come close to this ideal.

Respondents for this survey were selected from among those who have agreed to participate in Harris Interactive surveys. The data have been weighted to reflect the composition of the U. S. adult population. Because the sample is based on those who agreed to be invited to participate in the Harris Interactive online research panel, no estimates of theoretical sampling error can be calculated.

About Wi-Ex (www. wi-ex. com)
Wi-Ex (www. wi-ex. com ), the leading provider of consumer cell phone signal boosters, developed zBoost, the first consumer-priced signal booster for the small office/home office (SOHO) cell phone market. Wi-Ex manufactures and distributes the zBoost line of cell phone signal extenders for the home, office or car. They are easy to install, affordable and available at many retail and etail outlets including RadioShack, Fry's, WPS Antennas (www. wpsantennas. com), Tiger Direct, and Solid Signal (www. solidsignal. com ). The zBoost product line works with most carriers including AT&T, Sprint, Verizon and T-Mobile. They were selected as a 2007 Consumer Electronics Association Innovations Honoree by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). They also were selected as a finalist for the 2007 CTIA Emerging Technologies (E-Tech) Award in the Hardware - Mobile Accessory category. As the leader, zBoost has more awards, more sales and more locations than all their competitors combined. Wi-Ex continues to develop innovative products to meet the demands of an increasingly wireless society by enhancing wireless signals. The zBoost product line is expected to expand to add international frequencies and commercial applications in the year 2008.

About Harris Interactive®
Harris Interactive is a global leader in custom market research. With a long and rich history in multimodal research that is powered by our science and technology, we assist clients in achieving business results. Harris Interactive serves clients globally through our North American, European and Asian offices and a network of independent market research firms. For more information, please visit www. harrisinteractive. com.

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Modern Italian Network Introduces Social Networking -- Italian Style

2011-08-01T15:43:00.000-07:00

Modern Italian Network Introduces Social Networking -- Italian Style

Modern Italian Network, a community for anyone who loves Italian culture and travel, launches its new social networking website, inviting people from around the world to connect over their passion for Italy, and also to find travel and product deals from Italian service providers.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) November 5, 2008

Modern Italian Network announces the launch of an online community dedicated to those who are passionate about Italy and Italian culture. The site not only allows users to communicate with others about their Italian experiences, but also hosts a number of service providers, from travel agents to Italian food stores.

Modern Italian Network (http://my. modernitalian. org) is different than Facebook, TripAdvisor, or other Italian-themed social networks because it is theme-specific but open to anyone interested in Italy and Italian culture (not just those with Italian heritage). Members may use the website to learn the beautiful language, find delicious Italian recipes, connect with long-lost Italian family members, or just learn about the culture through newsletters and announcements. And all members share the same passion, so everyone has something in common.

Modern Italian Network also aids its members in finding reasonably-priced Italian travel and products by facilitating discounts from various companies. With Modern Italian Travel Deals, members who are looking for great deals to Italy can find current, unique and economical choices. "Modern Italian Network is a wealth of information, a fantastic networking opportunity and a business tool that we at La Tavola Marche not only enjoy being a part of, but proud to offer exclusive travel deals," said Ashley Bartner, Proprietor of La Tavola Marche in Italy.

Members looking for exceptional and affordable travel to Italy will find postings from travel agents, Italian hotels and bed-and-breakfasts, and other travel providers. Members can contact each provider directly through the Modern Italian messaging and chat services to inquire about offers. Before making a travel decision, members can connect with others to learn about their travel experiences and gain advice and recommendations.

Membership to Modern Italian Network is completely free to anyone passionate about Italian culture. From connecting those who share a zeal for Italy to offering deals on trips and services, Modern Italian provides its members with an all-encompassing website that allows them to enhance their Italian travel and cultural experiences. "DITALIA. com is able to connect with Modern Italian members on many levels - one way we utilize the travel microsites and blogs are to share experiences and testimonials from our Italian Tours (http://www. ditalia. com/tours)," said Vince Di Piazza, president and founder, of ditalia. com.

Modern Italian Network is a community for all people passionate about Italy and Italian culture. Founded in 2007, Modern Italian Network has grown to provide thousands of people across the United States and abroad with the ability to learn, share, save, and enjoy Italian culture. Membership is free and open to all.

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Up and Coming Country Music Artists Will Have Opporuntity To Open For Tracy Lawrence Concert at JD Legends this Summer

2011-07-30T04:02:00.000-07:00

Up and Coming Country Music Artists Will Have Opporuntity To Open For Tracy Lawrence Concert at JD Legends this Summer

JD Legends and K99.1 have partnered together to create the Legends Showcase where local and regional bands will compete for the opportunity to open for country music legend Tracy Lawrence and also win $1500. Only 6 bands will be selected from the application process.

Franklin, Ohio (PRWEB) April 5, 2009

JD Legends and K99.1 have partnered together to create the Legends Showcase where local and regional bands will compete for the opportunity to open for country music legend Tracy Lawrence and also win $1500. Only 5 bands will be selected from the application process.

Each band in the contest will play for 40 minutes and all 6 bands that are chosen to participate will be advertised on K-99.1 two leading up to the event. In addition there bios will be posted on http://www. jdlegends. com (http://www. jdlegends. com). The bands chosen to participate in this event will be chosen on song samples, places previously played, marketing material(i. e. website), mass appeal and originality. The event will be held on July 25, 2009 at JD Legends Entertainment Complex. The nation's #1 unsigned Country band "32 Below" will play after the event is finished.

You can download your application by going to http://www. jdlegends. com/pdf/09%20Registration%20Form. pdf (http://www. jdlegends. com/pdf/09%20Registration%20Form. pdf). Applicants can mail there completed forms to 65 Millard Drive in Franklin, Oh 45005. If you have questions you can email Steve Miller at smiller (at) jdlegends (dot) com or call at 937-746-4950. The deadline to enter has been changed to April 20, 2009.

JD Legends Entertainment Complex is a state of the art 22,000 sq ft. facility that offers Bowling, Sports Bar, Patio and Tiki Bar, 3 Sand Vollyball Courts and an Outdoor Concert Pavilion. It has recently been nominated for the States highest honor for Businesses. This year's concert lineup is filled with great talent like Mark Chesnut, Neal McCoy, Blues Traveler, Days of the New, Seven Mary Three and Tracy Lawrence. In addition many local and regional bands will also be playing like The Menus, The websters, 32 Below, Ithika, The Whammies, Scotty Bratcher, Naked Karate Girls, The Ark band and much more. To check out our full lineup you can visit http://www. jdlegends. com (http://www. jdlegends. com).

JD Legends is also now accepting applications for Sand Volleyball Leagues. You can go to the website to download the schedule and application.

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CTM Reups with Telco Productions for National TV Syndication Ad Sales Service, Adds Two New Programs

2011-07-25T12:00:00.000-07:00

CTM Reups with Telco Productions for National TV Syndication Ad Sales Service, Adds Two New Programs

Creative Television Marketing (CTM), a national television advertising rep firm, announced today it has re-upped its exclusive commercial advertising sales agreement with Telco Productions for the 2009/10 broadcast season. CTM will continue all commercial advertising sales for Telco's Animal Rescue, Dog Tales and Missing, and add to its roster Telco's two newest programs Dragonfly and Swap TV. CTM also represents commerical ads for Eye for an Eye, Red Bull's Air Race Series and other specials, in addition to 10 second national advertising on Judge Judy, Judge Joe Brown, The Doctors, Family Court and closed captioning sponsorships on CNN and CNN Headline News.

Burbank, CA (PRWEB) April 3, 2009

Creative Television Marketing (CTM) announced today it has re-upped its exclusive commercial advertising sales agreement with Telco Productions for the 2009/10 broadcast season. CTM will continue all commercial advertising sales for Telco's Animal Rescue, Dog Tales and Missing, and add to its roster Telco's two newest programs Dragonfly and Swap TV.

Richard Storrs, President of CTM says, "We are very pleased to continue our successful association with Telco. We look forward to being a part of the launch of these two excellent E/I programs, they are the perfect fit for our program line up. Advertisers who are looking to associate with quality, family-friendly programming and consistent rating delivery, will find their solution with us." Storrs added that CTM plans to build off the success of this season's programming and strong advertiser support.

"CTM's commercial performance has been stellar this season and we look forward to growth with our new programming," says Alex Paen, President of Telco Productions. Telco's six-time Emmy-nominated Animal Rescue enters its 13th season this fall, while Missing begins season 7 and Dog Tales enters season 3.

CTM launched its commercial representation arm just under one year ago, representing Telco's line up, the court show Eye for an Eye and various Red Bull sports specials. A veteran of short form advertising, CTM has been representing ten-second national spots for closed captioning, website, travel and promotional sponsorships for more than 12 years, with an impressive client list that includes CBS Television Distribution, CNN, Program Partners, AtlasWorldwide and CF Entertainment. As an industry leader in this field, CTM's roster represents some 25 different and diverse programs such as Judge Judy, the highest rated syndicated court program, Judge Joe Brown and CBS TV Distribution newest hit show The Doctors, as well as closed captioning sponsorships on CNN and CNN Headline News.

Explaining how his company is doing during the economic downturn, Storrs said, "Although we have been through some tough months like everyone else, being lucky enough to represent quality programming in this marketplace makes all the difference. We hope to be expanding, and look forward to announcing more additions to next season's line up in the near future."

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Northwest Golf Tours makes vacationing at Tacoma's Chambers Bay Fun & Easy

2011-07-23T00:06:00.000-07:00

Northwest Golf Tours makes vacationing at Tacoma's Chambers Bay Fun & Easy

Tacoma-based Northwest Golf Tours celebrates the "go-live" of the new website NorthwestGolfTours. com, designed to help golf travelers to the Northwest find great lodging and golf courses while visiting Chambers Bay Golf Club.

Tacoma, WA (PRWEB) June 12, 2009

Omni Shops, Inc. announced today the "go-live" of their new travel website and reservation service, NorthwestGolfTours. com. Designed to assist travelers from outside the Puget Sound region in making plans for golf vacations to the Northwest, the website provides detailed information on the finest golf courses in the area, including the spectacular Chambers Bay. In addition, Northwest Golf Tours has formed alliances with select hotels, B&B's, and vacation homeowners to provide travelers with unique, pre-screened lodging options not available anywhere else.

Northwest Golf Tours' President, Brian Palosi, had this to say about the website launch, "The opening of Chambers Bay in 2007 and it's being awarded the 2015 US Open and 2010 US Amateur so quickly has generated enormous interest from golfers around the United States and the world, in coming to our region to play the course. Our goal is to make planning their golf trips easier and to make the trip itself more enjoyable." Market research revealed that many visiting golfers lacked the information they needed to make the most of their visits to the area. In fact, until the opening of Chambers Bay (http://www. northwestgolftours. com/chambers_bay_golf_course. htm), relatively few golfers came to the Puget Sound region specifically to play golf, and those that did came from nearby locations like Vancouver, BC and Portland, OR. Now, golfers from all over are flocking to Tacoma (the home of Chambers Bay) to play golf. "Great golf trips are about a lot more than showing up at a course and teeing off," said Palosi. "We know that many travelers want a range of lodging options (http://www. northwestgolftours. com/preferred_lodging_options. htm) - not just hotels - and it's essential to have someone local guide them through the selection process. Tacoma is not like Scottsdale or Hilton Head, there are almost no on-course accommodations, so we've gone out and located and partnered with some incredible water-front lodging owners to fill that gap." And the homes and beach-side locations are spectacular!

Of course, the meat and potatoes of a golf trip, is the golf itself, and Northwest Golf Tours has that covered as well. Turning again to comments from NW Golf Tours President, Palosi, "few players want to visit a new region and play the same course over and over again - and with Chambers Bay being a walking-only course, that's even more true." Rather than taking a scatter-shot approach, NW Golf Tours has chosen to partner only with the finest daily fee courses in the region to help clients round out their vacation plans. Every employee is a long-time resident of the Puget Sound region and all are avid players. The result is that you'll be getting the advice of an experienced local golfer anytime you call or email.

But there is still one more element that makes what Northwest Golf Tours offers totally unique: private country club access. "With the tough economy, some the finest country clubs in the US are searching for new sources of revenue," said Palosi. Despite that, few are willing to advertise that fact, and that's where NW Golf Tours comes in. "We can bring new revenue to our local golf clubs, without ever having to put their names out in public. Our clients just tell us if their interested in playing one these incredible tracks, and if the tee times are available, it's done. And if they are club members back home, there are even more choices. It's very exciting for us and for our clients."

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Four-Time Cancer Survivor Brings Hope to Others; Free 'Hear the Heart' Tours the South

2011-07-21T14:46:00.000-07:00

Four-Time Cancer Survivor Brings Hope to Others; Free 'Hear the Heart' Tours the South

Sponsored by HopeLab. org, Singer-Songwriter (and Columbus, Georgia native) Ryan Hamner, is traveling the South and Southeast this summer for Ryan Hamner Presents: “Hear the Heart” Summer Tour 2010.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) June 10, 2010

In 2009, Hamner teamed up with producer extraordinaire Jeff Tomei on his new album “Between the Lines.” Tomei was responsible for producing such noted bands as Matchbox 20, Smashing Pumpkins, and singer-songwriter Edwin McCain. Since then, several of Hamner’s songs have been licensed for use on MTV, Oxygen, Lifetime, and other major television networks, and last year his song, "Lay Me Down" received national airplay.

During this free tour, he is performing songs from "Between the Lines" at local cancer research centers, cancer patient lodges, hospitals, and universities in several cities, raising awareness and funds for cancer research and charities. Now, thirty-three, Hamner himself is a four-time Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cancer survivor, and has been living cancer free for the past twelve years.

A professional musician since the age of seventeen, Hamner also teamed up with Blue Cross/Blue Shield in 2000 to author and illustrate a successful children’s book about surviving cancer entitled,“You’ll Be Alright, Buddy.” All proceeds from the book were distributed to various cancer-related charities.

To book a performance date, engagement or fundraiser event with Ryan, contact Cindy Edison.

Learn more about the tour at http://www. hearthehearttour. com (http://www. hearthehearttour. com) and visit Hamner’s official website at http://www. ryanhamner. com (http://www. ryanhamner. com).

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With FatTuesday. com, Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler

2011-07-21T12:26:00.000-07:00

With FatTuesday. com, Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler

From beads to beignets, FatTuesday. com is the ultimate resource on Mardi Gras 2008, with insider information that even New Orleans residents would kill to know.

New Orleans, LA (PRWEB) February 5, 2008

Where do you find the best cakes in New Orleans? Which hotel fits your budget exactly? FatTuesday. com answers those questions, and many more, ahead of Mardi Gras 2008.

"The best secrets of New Orleans lie with insiders and long-time residents, and we know every one of those secrets," says Kevin Daste of FatTuesday. com. "We know how serious people can get about their fun, and we want to make Mardi Gras 2008 as much fun for them as possible."

FatTuesday. com (available online at http://www. fattuesday. com (http://www. fattuesday. com)) breaks newcomers in gently with an exhaustive glossary of terms associated with Mardi Gras. The web site then lists the top five places to get King Cakes, the edible representative of Mardi Gras - pastries that are made in classic New Orleans style.

FatTuesday. com also helps travelers find places to stay during the big rush. It also provides a comprehensive parade schedule, so that revelers can position themselves to catch the maddest of the fun as the parade winds its way through New Orleans.

"We're adding content to FatTuesday. com all the time, keeping it the most updated resource on Mardi Gras that you can find," says Daste. "By February 2008, as Mardi Gras rolls around, FatTuesday. com will be THE resource for anybody headed to New Orleans. Let the good times roll!"

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Global Brand Leader Selects Datacraft for US$1 Million TelePresence Project in China

2011-07-21T05:41:00.000-07:00

Global Brand Leader Selects Datacraft for US$1 Million TelePresence Project in China

Datacraft China, Asia's leading independent IT solutions and services company, has signed a US$1 million contract to supply and install a state-of-the-art video conferencing system linking the mainland offices of a global consumer brand leader.

China (PRWEB) November 15, 2008

Targeted for completion in December 2008, the TelePresence system will provide sophisticated video conferencing equipment enabling parties in different office locations to communicate as if they are in the same conference room. The new system will initially connect the company's two major business centres in Beijing and Guangzhou, before its roll-out to the remaining mainland offices.

The installation of TelePresence in the company's mainland offices is part of a regional roll-out undertaken by Datacraft across the region, which will ultimately see daily links established among all the company's offices in Asia as well as its global operations.

"China is becoming the most important manufacturing hub and consumer marketplace for our client. In order to successfully execute complex business processes over multiple cities across China and internationally, it is essential for the company to have access to the most effective collaboration tools available today," said Shum Mew Toong, Datacraft's General Manager, China

Each venue will be linked by IP Telephony and will feature Cisco TelePresence 3000 equipment, 65" high definition plasma screens, microphones and cameras in a combination that will contribute to a dramatically life-like 'same room' meeting experience.

The realistic images and video clarity of TelePresence enables participants to clearly see colleagues' expressions and movements, while the CD-quality audio allows every spoken word to be clearly heard. This compares favourably with earlier conferencing solutions which suffered from poor quality connections, distorted sound and frequent dropped lines - factors that limited widespread use of conferencing services until now.

This solution is well suited for a wide variety of day-to-day tasks such as long distance point-to-point or multi-point video conference calls, customer service interaction, troubleshooting in remote locations; sales demonstrations, design collaboration and staff meetings.

"Today, rapid international expansion is common place for many successful multinational companies and TelePresence is increasingly seen as an essential tool for these cutting edge businesses to maintain close control of their vast operations. More importantly, TelePresence plays a major role in supporting product innovation, bolstering collaboration with partners and customers and speeding decision-making, it also helps to improve quality of life and serves to minimize the company's carbon footprint, by reducing business travel," added Shum.

About Datacraft
Datacraft is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dimension Data plc (LSE:DDT), a US$3.8 billion leading global IT solutions and services provider. Datacraft operates in over 50 offices across 13 Asia Pacific countries. We help clients plan, build, support, manage, improve and innovate their IT infrastructures. Datacraft combines an expertise in networking, security, data centre, storage, Microsoft solutions and contact centre technologies, with advanced skills in consulting, integration, training and managed services to craft IT solutions for businesses.

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On the Road Again: New Company Rents Classic Volkswagen Campers

2011-07-19T20:46:00.000-07:00

On the Road Again: New Company Rents Classic Volkswagen Campers

Travellers can now relive their youth and tour the West in a Volkswagen campervan. Western Road Trips LLC in Salt Lake City, Utah is now renting classic VW Vanagon Westfalia vans. No peace signs required.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) August 21, 2004

Almost a year ago www. westernroadtrips. com hit the web to entice viewers to hit the road in one of their classic VW Westfalia camper van rentals. Western Road Trips was founded by Pete Van Slooten (28) and Nathan Williams (27) who became friends on a climbing trip while attending Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah near Zion National Park. They started renting the vans to fill the niche between renting a large motor home and renting a ÂregularÂ car or SUV to experience the numerous national and state parks and other recreation areas in Utah and the surrounding states.

The Volkswagen vans in their fleet are a dramatic upgrade from the Âhippie bussesÂ of the 1960Âs yet maintain the nostalgia of the older busses. Western Road TripsÂ vans are water-cooled Vanagons made in the mid - to late 1980Âs and feature many of the comforts of the larger Class A, B, and C motor homes such as a sink, stove, fridge, tables, beds and storage; yet they still fit into a standard parking spot. The most notable feature about these vans is the pop-up roof with a canvas tent that houses one of the two foldaway beds and gives the van over 8 feet of headroom.

ÂYou will be the envy of the other campers in the campground on rainy days.Â Van Slooten explains to his customers while demonstrating how to put up and down the pop top, ÂWhile everyone else is outside getting soaked packing up wet tents, youÂll just lower the roof from inside the van, climb in the drivers seat and off you go.Â Even when it is not raining, many of their clients chose Western Road TripsÂ because they still like to camp but no longer want to sleep on the ground or have children and donÂt want the hassle of putting up a tent every time they go to a new campground.

There are plenty of campgrounds and points of interest to visit from their location in Salt Lake City, Utah. Within a half-dayÂs drive from Salt Lake International Airport, travelers can be in one of nine national parks with Yellowstone, Arches, Canyonlands, and Zion being the most popular among past clients. Western Road TripsÂ average rental is about 9 days; however, some people take 20-30 days and see everything from the Grand Canyon to Glacier National Park in Northern Montana. ÂSome clients ask for a lot of recommendations about where to go and what to see, others do all of the planning themselves. Some donÂt even decide where theyÂre heading until they get off the plane.Â says Van Slooten. ÂI think people are booking with us because there is so much flexibility, there is no fixed itinerary like an escorted tour and they can stop and camp or picnic whenever they like.Â

There are a lot of national parks to see in Southern Utah alone but Van Slooten warns against trying to fit in too many attractions. ÂWe recommend averaging at least a day and half for each park you want to see. That will give you time to get out of the van, do a hike or two and really get a feel for each park.Â He suggests 10 days in March, April, October or November is the right amount of time in the right season if someone wants to do a loop of all the Utah National Parks. ÂPeople who try to fit it all in a week usually come back saying that it was too much driving and not enough exploring, especially with kids.Â Says Van Slooten of past clients.

Most of their clients usually spend at least one day river rafting; either on the Colorado River near Moab, Utah or on the Snake River outside of Jackson, Wyoming. More adventurous guests head to such places as the City of Rocks National Monument, Idaho for some rock climbing. Cyclists often get the optional bike rack and head to Moab, UtahÂs famed mountain biking trails.

Campers rent for between $89-$109/day depending on the season. 100 miles are included per day and additional miles are either $0.25/each or $20/day for unlimited mileage. Bedding kits, bike racks, camp chairs, pup tents, porta-potties, fishing poles and other equipment are available for an additional rental charge. All campers are outfitted with CD players with a remote, pots, pans and eating gear, and a deck of cards or other travel games. Reservations are recommended as far in advance as possible for June ÂSeptember and at least two weeks is recommended for all other rentals. Walk in rentals are not available.

Press Contact:

Pete Van Slooten

801-953-6068

Pete@westernroadtrips. com

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The Sky is Falling! Learn To Capture Vibrant Results with Fall Color Landscape Photography

2011-07-19T11:05:00.000-07:00

The Sky is Falling! Learn To Capture Vibrant Results with Fall Color Landscape Photography

Don't miss out on the most colorful landscape photography season of the year. A world class photographer shares free tips for taking sensational photographs of gorgeous autumn locations

Boone, NC (PRWEB) September 17, 2008

Many amateur photographers look at amazing landscape photography of Yosemite or some other gorgeous place and wonder what the photographer was thinking and how they can take similar stunning fall photographs. Now there's an important new free resource that has just become available.

William Neill, one of the world's top landscape photographers, reveals some of his most important secrets and techniques and answers seven of the biggest questions about landscape photography with podcast host Dr. Audri Lanford in this week's "7 Photography Questions" podcast interview.

William Neill's award-winning landscape photographs are available in such publications as National Geographic, Smithsonian, and Conde Nast Traveler - and exhibited at the Museum of Fine Art Boston and the Ansel Adams Gallery. "I got to spend time with Ansel Adams and learned a tremendous amount," recalls Neill. "For me landscape photography doesn't occur in the camera. It happens in the heart, with a passion for the subject and a reconnection to our own experience of nature," Neill explains.

This week's free "7 Photography Questions" podcast reveals:

Surprising tips for creating creative photographs of vibrant autumn colors.
Ideas for capturing the intimate details of large, expansive landscapes.
The biggest landscape photography mistake made by amateurs.
Creating a signature look with magical lighting and mysterious moods.
Special exercises to quickly improve landscape photographs.

Towards the end of the interview, Neill also discusses several favorite photographs from his own personal portfolio and explains the ideas and techniques behind each one. It's easy to find the current podcast called " Landscape Photography (http://www.7photographyquestions. com/2008/09/podcast-17-fine-art-landscape-photography-an-interview-with. html) - An Interview with William Neill" here.

About 7PhotographyQuestions. com
Interviews with top photographers are posted to www.7PhotographyQuestions. com every Tuesday. Listeners can use any computer to hear the podcast at the www.7PhotographyQuestions. com website, or easily download it to any MP3 player, or subscribe at iTunes for iPods and iPhones. The text of the interviews are also posted to the website, as well as Show Notes, the photographs that are discussed, and all of the resources mentioned in each podcast. All of the current podcasts are available here. http://www.7photographyquestions. com/audio-podcast/ (http://www.7photographyquestions. com/audio-podcast/)

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Let's Get Real

2011-07-18T18:21:00.000-07:00

Let's Get Real

No matter its the rainy season here in Phuket, Thailand, its still sunny days for the real estate sector. The last two months saw billions of baht flow into the market with hotel acquisitions and major property developments taking shape! So what gives?

Phuket, Thailand (PRWEB) June 21, 2006

Realty bites. And it seems to be biting hard on the heels of investors, who are busy making hay while the sun shines all over idyllic Phuket island, arguably Thailand's most visited tourist destination. It is no secret that investments continue to pour in and property developments persistently find buyers month after month regardless of rising costs and the global economic outlook in the near term.

Local news items venture the same paradox and all concur that Phuket must be doing something right. So why is the realty scenario in Phuket so resilient despite the times and indeed, moving forward. Billions changed hands the last quarter! The Phuket Area Revenue Office (PARO) reports close to 30% increase in taxes collected compared to the same half-year period last year.

The recent 3.6 billion baht (about US$1 billion) purchase of Crowne Plaza Hotel at Karon Beach by the Dubai-based hotel group Kingdom Hotel Investments, chaired by the Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, spurred ripples of confidence in an otherwise lack-lustre economy. Before that, Karon Phuket Hotel, a joint venture 50% owned by Central Hotels and Resorts Plc, had purchased the 316-room Phuket Islandia Hotel in Karon Beach for 1.05 billion baht.

On 19 May 2006, the Bangkok Post in an article by Boonsong Kositchotethana, captioned "Spanish win fiercely contested global bid" reported, "a European joint venture led by two Spanish business groups has acquired Phuket's first five-star hotel, Le Royal Meridien Phuket Yacht Club, for around 1.3 billion baht. Through Puravarna Holdings Plc, its Hong Kong-incorporated holding arm, the consortium bought the prime property on Nai Harn Beach from the US investment bank Lehman Brothers in a fiercely contested international bid", going on to say that "the new owner will continue to run the Le Meridien banner until the marketing contract expires at the end of 2007, when the property will be rebranded as The Royal Puravarna Yacht Club."

The article added that Puravarna aims to invest another 200-250 million baht to appeal to an even more upmarket clientele raising the average annual room rate by 30% to about $350 per night. Puravarna Holdings' chief executive, Steven Granville, was quoted saying "we will make it more than five-star in terms of luxury".

From ripples to waves, the fact that the purchase was a "fiercely contested international bid" to begin with can only augur well for an industry some feel has yet to climax. This awareness has already fuelled development of better infrastructure and instigated hitherto lukewarm plans to build state-funded mega-projects. Already a renown sports destination hosting the Asian X-Games, F1 PowerBoat Racing, the Laguna Phuket Triathlon, King's Cup Regatta and International Golf Competitions, Phuket has since taken another bold step. Topping this month's agenda was the official submission of a 6-million-baht feasibility study of Governor Udomsak Uswarangkura's idea to build a world-class sports complex (reportedly costing 5.02 billion baht) in Tah Chat Chai at Mai Khao, north-west of the island - a step closer to realising Phuket's dream of hosting more internationally acclaimed sporting events. In many ways, Phuket is coming of age, fuelling positive notions of where it's headed and eagerly proving the pundits right at every turn.

This current wave of hyperactivity did not go unnoticed. Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the region's premier travel and tourism exhibition, announced on Tuesday, 16 May 2006, that the Thai resort island of Phuket had been honoured with the inaugural New Frontiers Award 2006. The award was presented during the annual ATM exhibitor's party at the Grand Hyatt Dubai for Phuket's outstanding resilience and positive contribution to tourism development in the face of the overwhelming devastation caused by the Tsunami.

Phuket's not only back from the brink in terms of economic recovery, but it certainly looks like its on track to revisit and surpass past glories if investor confidence is any indicator. Nothing seems to be bucking the trend just yet, and as it appears, not while the sun still shines over this idyllic island paradise.

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New Business Book about Branding Delivers the Answer of How to Get into Your Customers' Heads

2011-07-17T04:57:00.000-07:00

New Business Book about Branding Delivers the Answer of How to Get into Your Customers' Heads

Marketing speaker / author Chris Houchens has released his latest book, Brand Zeitgeist: Embedding Brand Relationships into the Collective Consciousness. This new business book reinforces basic marketing and branding principles and illustrates how businesses can use fundamental aspects of human nature to develop a brand strategy.

Bowling Green, KY (PRWEB) April 7, 2010

In Brand Zeitgeist, marketing expert and keynote speaker Chris Houchens uses real world examples to provide a practical look at the fundamentals of branding and offers a common sense guide for businesses to develop branding and marketing strategies.

Houchens makes the point that brands are reliant upon the zeitgeist, the constantly evolving collective consciousness of society, to have any real level of brand awareness. Brands should be aware of the current zeitgeist to craft effective marketing messages and for positive brand evolution.

The book teaches that a brand is nothing more than a relationship between a customer and the business. The question is how do you nurture that relationship and develop other relationships with new customers? Businesses can tap into the power of the zeitgeist to spread their marketing messages by bringing their brand to the forefront of customers' minds. Businesses can also use the zeitgeist to provide those customers the tools to spread their message through word-of-mouth and other viral channels.

Brand Zeitgeist looks at how people relate to brands and offers readers three points (development, messaging, and customer service / experience) that all brands need to address in order to build a brand zeitgeist.

Houchens said, "I wanted to write a book that encompassed an entire marketing philosophy. The foundation and core of all marketing activities is built on the brand so that seemed a good guide to use. Also, as I go and speak to groups, I find that people don't understand what a brand is. I wanted to write a simple and common sense explanation of branding. I tried to use examples that haven't really been used before in branding books so we get some unique stories ranging from Santa Claus to how Hawaiians eat SPAM as illustrations of brand strategy. I attempted to write the book in a way so that anyone, even if they're not a marketer, would enjoy it. But I also think that seasoned brand pros will enjoy the fresh perspective of branding that the book brings."

Some of the marketing questions that Brand Zeitgeist answers are:

How important are logos and other visual brand elements?
How should brands evolve to stay fresh?
How does word-of-mouth marketing spread?
How important are advertising and customer service in a brand strategy?
How can brands use the power of social media and online communities?
How can branding be built-in during product development?
How do you measure the effectiveness and ROI of branding efforts?

The book is available for sale at local independent booksellers, national retailers like Borders and Barnes & Noble, and online retailers like Amazon. com (http://www. amazon. com/Brand-Zeitgeist-Relationships-Collective-Consciousness/dp/1450206794).

Readers can find a book excerpt, read reviews, and find out more at the book's web site at BrandZeitgeist. com (http://www. shotgunconcepts. com/writer/brandzeitgeist).

About the author: Chris Houchens spent years working in both media and marketing including as the operations manager of a radio group, as the online director of a newspaper, and as the marketing director of a healthcare organization. Today, he is a dynamic marketing speaker traveling worldwide delivering marketing keynotes and other presentations to conferences and corporate events. Chris' blog, the Shotgun Marketing Blog (http://shotgunconcepts. com), offers common sense insights on marketing and has been ranked as a top marketing blog.

Interviews:
The author of Brand Zeitgeist, Chris Houchens, is available for interviews. Please call 270-991-6544 or email for arrangements.

Press Kit:
Visit the Brand Zeitgeist web site to download high-resolution cover art, photos of the author, full press/media kit, and more.

Pronunciations:
Zeitgeist = "ZIGHT-gyst"
Houchens = "HOW-chins"

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Kosher Kilimanjaro: Religious Commitment Carries a College Student Up Africa's Highest Mountain

2011-07-16T18:34:00.000-07:00

Kosher Kilimanjaro: Religious Commitment Carries a College Student Up Africa's Highest Mountain

Adventures Within Reach hosts Brandeis student on Mt. Kilimanjaro this summer, as he climbs kosher.

Boulder, CO (PRWEB) July 23, 2007

This August, Boulder travel company Adventures Within Reach will be hosting Brandeis University student Danny Glass on Mt. Kilimanjaro. This should seem routine, however Danny Glass, an NCAA runner, is no ordinary college student. He is an Orthodox Jew, and has chosen to keep kosher. Climbing Kilimanjaro is a very intense challenge, combined with the preparations to travel as an Orthodox Jew, Danny's journey is going to be that much more memorable.

"There is so much diversity within the traveling population these days, and we want to be able to accommodate and support anyone who wants to see the world," commented Robin Paschall, owner of Adventures Within Reach. "Danny Glass is an example for us all that anything is possible if we feel passionately enough about it."

Keeping kosher on the mountain does come with its complexities. "I can't eat meat, dairy or processed food. Additionally, I can't use pots, pans, dishes and silverware from the group," Glass states. "I'm going to have to bring my own utensils and eat fruits, vegetables, and some plain grains," Glass continued. Keeping with big challenges, last year Danny volunteered as a 7th grade teacher at an orphanage in Kenya. "I came across many of the same issues, but I made do fine," Danny states.

There are endless opportunities, no matter what restrictions people may have. Clearly, as long as there is a drive to do it, it is obtainable.

About Adventures Within Reach:

Adventures Within Reach organizes, plans and accommodates almost all travel requests, and since its founding, AWR has successfully sent over 3,000 people on their dream adventure. For more information about specific packages and prices, contact Adventures Within Reach at 303-325-3746, or visit http://www. adventureswithinreach. com (http://www. adventureswithinreach. com)

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MegaMeeting. com Video and Web Conferencing Helps Service Company Restore Hope to Those in Need

2011-07-16T17:17:00.000-07:00

MegaMeeting. com Video and Web Conferencing Helps Service Company Restore Hope to Those in Need

MegaMeeting. com' s video and web conferencing product allows the Northern Michigan Substance Abuse Services to cut costs, remotely meet staff and train employees throughout 30 counties in the state of Michigan.

Sherman Oaks, CA (Vocus) July 22, 2010

Los Angeles, CA, July 22, 2010 – Over the past year, the Northern Michigan Substance Abuse Services (NMSAS) has had to deal with an economy that went belly up. Coordinating and overseeing the delivery of substance abuse services to organizations located throughout 30 counties in the state of Michigan, NMSAS was forced to seek out creative ways to cut back on unnecessary spending. By leveraging MegaMeeting. com’s 100% browser-based video and web conferencing technology, NMSAS has been able to reduce travel related costs such as hotel, food and gas; as well as increase productivity by cutting back on travel time.

Paul Mercier, Network Administrator for the Northern Michigan Substance Abuse Services, stated that “Prior to MegaMeeting we had no choice but to hold phone conferences only or force people to drive great distances. MegaMeeting was easy to setup and train staff on its functionality. We now use it two to four times per week.” MegaMeeting. com has allowed NMSAS to leverage cost-cutting technologies to achieve their goals of building resources, guiding services and restoring hope to those in need.

Used by many departments in the organization, NMSAS takes full advantage of MegaMeeting. com’s feature rich application. The built-in video and audio (VoIP), as well as the ability to show a presenter’s desktop or display PowerPoint presentations has allowed NMSAS to conduct seminars, company meetings and employee trainings, as well as diagnose product issues and provide quality assurance to their clients.

About MegaMeeting. com

MegaMeeting. com is a leading provider of 100% browser based video & web conferencing solutions, complete with real time audio and video capabilities. Being browser based and working on all major operating systems – Windows, Mac & Linux; MegaMeeting. com provides universal access without the need to download, install or configure software. MegaMeeting. com web conferencing products and services include powerful collaboration tools that accommodate robust video & web conferences, including advanced features such as desktop/application sharing, i. e. Word and Excel documents and PowerPoint presentations without the need to upload any files. MegaMeeting is ideal for multi-location web based meetings, virtual classrooms, employee trainings, product demonstrations, company orientation, customer support, product launches and much more.

For more information please visit http://www. megameeting. com or call (818) 783-4311.

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New Study Shows Tubal Reversal Surgery Is Better Option For Women Desiring Children After Tubal Ligation

2011-07-16T05:24:00.000-07:00

New Study Shows Tubal Reversal Surgery Is Better Option For Women Desiring Children After Tubal Ligation

Four-year study shows tubal reversal surgery results in higher pregnancy and live birth rates and is less costly than IVF. This report from Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center presents data and statistics regarding pregnancies and their outcomes among 2692 women who had their tubal reversals performed by Dr. Berger between 2001 and 2004. This is the largest and most definitive study on the outcome of tubal reversal surgery in existence.

Chapel Hill, NC (PRWEB) September 14, 2005

Dr. Gary S. Berger, M. D., director of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, today released the most comprehensive study done to date of tubal reversal surgery and its resulting outcomes, showing that for the majority of women who have undergone a tubal ligation procedure and decide later they would like to have more children, tubal reversal surgery is a better option than in vitro fertilization (IVF).

"The results are clear Â across all ages of women included, our results with tubal reversal surgery led to higher numbers of pregnancies and live births than standard IVF procedures." said Berger. "Besides having higher success rates, the one-hour outpatient procedure is less than half the cost of an IVF cycle."

"Many people, including doctors, mistakenly believe that tubal ligation surgery is a permanent method of birth control," continued Dr. Berger. Tubal reversal surgery Â a one-hour outpatient procedure Â rejoins the separated segments of fallopian tube so that eggs can become fertilized and travel down the tubes to the uterus, allowing a pregnancy to occur naturally."

When the tubal reversal statistics from Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center were compared with the latest national IVF statistics, pregnancy and birth rates after tubal reversal were higher than after IVF in every age group. Besides its higher success rate, the cost of the one-hour outpatient tubal reversal operation performed by Dr. Berger is less than half the cost of an IVF cycle.

The study report includes nearly 3000 patients who underwent tubal reversal surgery by Dr. Berger between 2001-2004. This is the largest and most definitive study in existence that provides information on the outcome of tubal reversal surgery.

At the conclusion of the study interval, 65 percent of the women in Dr. Berger' study had reported pregnancies. The pregnancy rate ranged from 77 percent for women under 30 to 34 percent for women 40 years of age and older. The highest pregnancy rate (86 percent) was among women age under 30 after reversal of a previous ring or clip method of sterilization.

Dr. Berger, one of the pioneers of tubal reversal surgery, is a reproductive surgeon who specializes in and limits his practice to outpatient tubal reversal surgery.

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October 2005: The Sixty-First Anniversary of the Japanese Suicide Bombers

2011-07-05T16:06:00.000-07:00

October 2005: The Sixty-First Anniversary of the Japanese Suicide Bombers

Sixty-one years after the first kamikaze killed Americans, Japan and the U. S. are allies. Kathleen Thomas remembers those who died from these attacks and ponders what our relations with the Arab world will be 60 years from now.

Portland, OR (PRWEB) October 11, 2005

Sixty years from now will we look back on the Arab suicide bombers and remember them with contempt or will we try and forget them because there is peace in the Arab world? Even though today Japan is our ally, there are still those who are alive that have bitter memories of the kamikaze attacks.

In the thirteenth century, Japan was saved from two invasions from Kublai Khan’s invasion by the arrival of Pacific typhoons. A Japanese legend arose that Japan was favored by the gods and was protected by the “divine wind”, or in Japanese, by the kamikaze.

In mid-October 1944, Vice Admiral Takijiro Onishi, commander of the Japanese First Air Fleet, made the decision to organize suicide attack units. These units were called the kamikaze. The kamikaze first attacked during The Battle of Leyte Gulf. U. S. history indicates that the first attack occurred on October 24, 1944, when two freighters were damaged and a tug was sunk by Japanese suicide bombers. The following day, the kamikazes damaged four escort carriers and sank the escort carrier USS St. Lo. Australian history indicates that the first kamikaze attack occurred on October 21, 1944 when a suicide plane hit the HMAS Australia, killing 30 men including the commanding officer.

Bud York served aboard LST 919 when it sailed in convoy to Leyte with Army Signal Corps units aboard. Bud’s recollection is included in the book, “Don’t Call Me Rosie, the Women who Welded the LSTs and the Men who Sailed on Them.”

“We went in there on the fourth day. They had invaded the island four days before we went there. The Japanese were just getting organized about that time. When we got into the harbor, and before we hit the beach, there were 47 Japanese airplanes in the air. I don’t know how anyone could have counted them. But that was the rumor that there were 47 of them. They didn’t fly in any formation like our planes did. They just flew around, it reminded you of a bunch of buzzards.

They’d just pick out a ship and they would try to bomb it first. And if they couldn’t hit a ship with a bomb…then they would just crash dive into the ship. That was pretty scary. When you see a plane crash right into a ship, you didn’t know what was going on.”

Bud York saw other ships hit by the kamikaze. Fortunately, LST 919 was not one of them.

Carlyle Harmer was aboard LST 477 when it was hit by a kamikaze off of Iwo Jima. Before the plane hit the side of the ship, it dropped a bomb on the main deck. There was a terrible fire on the ship and the electricity went out. It took the electricians about 15 minutes to restore power. The Marines aboard helped the sailors put the fire out. LST 477 made it to shore.

Carlyle will tell you:

“It was very scary to stand on a deck of a burning ship that is blowing up and sinking and dead bodies all around you. All the time you are firing your gun at suicide planes. It is an ordeal that a person will never forget. I had dreams and nightmares for years. But I am very proud that I could serve my country that I love so very, very much.”

One may argue intellectually that those killed by the kamikaze were military targets. The Navy Office of Information WWII Fact Sheet on the Japanese Kamikazes states that suicide planes in the Okinawa invasion killed 4,900 American sailors and wounded over 4,800. Many of these casualties were young men between the ages of 18 and 22 who had never traveled very far from their home until they were drafted and shipped to the Pacific.

Today, let us remember those who died or were injured by the kamikaze. Sixty years from now, let us not forget those who died from today’s terrorists.

Kathleen Thomas is author of the book, “Don’t Call Me Rosie, the Women who Welded the LSTs and the Men who Sailed on Them.”

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Allied Travel Staffing Firm Makes Inavero’s 2010 Best of Staffing List

2011-07-05T14:04:00.000-07:00

Allied Travel Staffing Firm Makes Inavero’s 2010 Best of Staffing List

CompHealth Allied Travel Staffing announced today that it has been named to Inavero’s inaugural Best of Staffing™ list. Best of Staffing, presented in partnership with CareerBuilder, is the nation’s only client satisfaction award that recognizes exceptional client service in the staffing and recruiting industry. The 2010 Best of Staffing winners are truly set apart from the rest of the industry through their extraordinary level of client satisfaction.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) March 17, 2010

“Receiving this kind of response from our clients is not only gratifying, but it offers us valuable insight into how our clients view our relationships,” said Tyler Black, vice president of CompHealth Allied Travel Staffing’s Salt Lake City-based office.

“We truly appreciate the positive feedback from our clients, acknowledging that we're delivering to them what they deserve: the highest quality of service and medical providers,” said Sandra Raehl, vice president of the CompHealth Allied Travel Staffing office in Grand Rapids, Mich.

Staffing firms competing to make the Best of Staffing list underwent a rigorous client survey process followed by careful analysis of responses to determine satisfaction levels. CompHealth Allied Travel Staffing received satisfaction ratings of 9 or 10 out of 10 from 74 percent of their clients, significantly higher than the industry’s average of 55 percent. Best of Staffing participants secured their place on the list by exceeding the national staffing industry benchmark for client satisfaction by more than 22 percent.

“This is a time when clients of staffing firms can and should demand excellence from their recruiting partners,” Eric Gregg, managing partner of Inavero said. “The $86 billion staffing and recruiting industry currently puts more than 2.5 million people to work daily and has become a fundamental component of overall U. S. employment. Inavero’s Best of Staffing program presents an opportunity for firms to differentiate themselves from the rest of the industry, recognizes excellence, and also provides invaluable information about how to continue to meet and exceed client expectations.”

Inavero’s complete Best of Staffing list can be viewed at www. bestofstaffing. com. For more information about Inavero, visit www. inavero. com. To learn more about CompHealth Allied Travel Staffing, visit www. comphealth. com.

More about Inavero…
Inavero designs and manages satisfaction surveys for a global list of clients in more than 15 countries, with 5 different languages represented. Inavero’s custom created technology platform gathers and reports staffing firm client and candidate satisfaction information through quick online surveys. Satisfaction feedback from more than 100,000 accounting, legal, and staffing firm clients and job candidates is analyzed by Inavero’s team. Inavero’s client feedback system protects more than $4.3 billion in professional service firm annual revenue. Visit Inavero on the Web at: www. inavero. com.

More about CompHealth…
Founded in 1979, CompHealth, a CHG Healthcare Services company, is the leading provider of temporary physician staffing (also known as locum tenens) and physician permanent placement services in the United States. The company is also a leading provider of temporary and permanent allied health staffing. For more information, visit us online at www. comphealth. com.

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HOMER® Energy and Sustainable Travel International Partner to Offer Hybrid Energy Solutions for Tourism

2011-07-04T22:10:00.000-07:00

HOMER® Energy and Sustainable Travel International Partner to Offer Hybrid Energy Solutions for Tourism

HOMER Energy and Sustainable Travel International are collaborating to make cost-effective hybrid renewable energy solutions available to hotels, tour operators, attractions and destinations, bringing a combination of energy modeling software and expert consulting to the industry.

Boulder, CO (PRWEB) July 13, 2010

HOMER Energy has designated Sustainable Travel International (STI) as its exclusive partner in the marketing of HOMER software and services to the travel and tourism industry. As part of the arrangement, STI will offer HOMER software and services to its global network and membership at preferred rates. In return, HOMER Energy will partner with STI on renewable energy projects in destinations around the world.

Tourism destinations are ideal candidates for the HOMER Energy modeling software, which helps users plan power systems that combine renewable energy with storage or conventional backup. Some resorts operate off the grid while others use backup diesel engines to cope with power interruptions from an unstable grid. Larger facilities function as small communities or micro-grids with complex electricity requirements. Peter Lilienthal, founder of HOMER Energy, explains that “HOMER takes the guesswork out of designing hybrid power systems. It determines the optimal combination of power sources, calculating and comparing capital and operating costs and emissions over the entire life of the system.”

The HOMER software helps facility managers understand how to use variable resources such as solar photovoltaics and wind, other renewables, such as biomass or small hydro, as well as storage technologies such as batteries, and flywheels. Often, the best solution is a hybrid that may include diesel generators. The HOMER software shows how hybrid systems will reduce diesel run-times, their fuel and maintenance costs, extend their lifetimes, and contribute to a quieter environment.

The hospitality industry has a number of reasons for moving towards investments in renewable energy. First, tourist destinations often pay some of the highest electricity costs in the world and must keep a sharp eye on rising electricity costs. Second, tourists are increasingly evaluating the environmental impact of the hotels and resort destinations and making greener choices. Seventy-five percent of the respondents in a recent Conde Nast Traveler survey said they are influenced by a hotel's environmental policies when deciding where to stay.

“Becoming carbon neutral is a goal for many resort owners and an increasing number of destinations," explains Brian T. Mullis, CEO of STI. “The expertise and software HOMER Energy offer perfectly complements STI’s carbon planning and management services, which are designed to help hoteliers and destinations work toward becoming energy independent.” Sustainable Travel International helps its clients assess the local impacts of tourism and implement carbon offset solutions and other green policies.

Through their new agreement, HOMER Energy and Sustainable Travel International will assist travel professionals take full advantage of new opportunities to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions while increasing their profitability and enhancing long-term sustainability.

About HOMER Energy
HOMER Energy is a privately held company located in Boulder, Colorado. It supplies software and services to the rapidly growing international renewable distributed energy market, forecast to be $80 billion by 2014. In 2009, HOMER Energy received a license from NREL to be the exclusive commercialization agent enhancing, supporting, and distributing the HOMER software worldwide. HOMER has been downloaded by over 45,000 people in 193 countries worldwide and is used by systems integrators, equipment manufacturers, utilities, facilities managers, governments and non-profit organizations to design hybrid power systems. HOMER analyzes diverse distributed energy applications including grid-tied renewable and cogeneration systems, or situations where the grid is non-existent or insufficiently reliable - such as islands and remote communities. For more information about HOMER and to download the software, please visit http://www. homerenergy. com

About Sustainable Travel International
Sustainable Travel International (STI) is a globally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The organization’s mission is to promote sustainable development through responsible travel by providing programs that help travelers, businesses and destinations protect the environment, preserve cultural heritage and contribute to economic development. STI’s focus since 2002 has been to partner with like-minded organizations to affect as much positive change as possible with as few resources as possible,.It has a proven track record of creating scalable market-based solutions to achieve this goal. For more information about STI, please visit http://www. sustainabletravelinternational. org.

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Dixon Valve Takes Training To The Next Level

2011-07-04T14:33:00.000-07:00

Dixon Valve Takes Training To The Next Level

Dixon's Mobile Connections training centers-on-wheels bring practical knowledge and safety training on fluid handling and transport systems... right to the plant doorstep.

Chestertown, Md. (Vocus) February 13, 2008

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company (www. dixonvalve. com) is touring the United States with its mobile training centers, bringing practical product knowledge and safety training right to the front door of the plant.

Dubbed Mobile Connections, the 35 ft. Dixon trailers are complete training and product centers on wheels. Since the debut of the first trailer, named "Boss," at the annual meeting of the National Association of Hose & Accessories Distributors in April 2004, Dixon's mobile training program has grown to include two fully equipped trailers that have traveled hundreds of thousands of miles making visits to hose distributors and end-user sites across North America.

According to Scott Jones, vice president of sales and marketing, Dixon's Mobile Connections trailers provide a valuable service to distributors and end-users who are seeking to increase their knowledge in the efficient operation of fluid handling and transport systems. "We're using our trailers to train distributors and end users." Jones said. "The goal is to promote the wide range of solutions that are available for virtually every industrial application."

In addition to appearing at industrial distributor locations for open houses, Dixon's Mobile Connections fleet has traveled to numerous end-user locations such as mining facilities, steel mills and chemical plants. Along with training on proper product selection, hose assembly installation and safe operating usage, a Hose Assembly Safety Center within the trailer introduces Dixon's Hose Assembly Safety Survey Program. As a part of this safety program, qualified Dixon technicians conduct a review of a facility's hose assemblies and other fluid handling systems, earmarking areas of possible safety concern and suggesting remedies. This complimentary service is unique in the industry.

The Mobile Connections trailers also incorporate a Product Display Center presenting the entire family of Dixon products and components, including products for sanitary, petroleum, industrial, fire protection, chemical, agricultural and construction applications.

For more information, or to discuss a visit by one of Dixon's Mobile Connections trailers to your location, contact either Scott Jones, sjones @ dixonvalve. com or Dawn Sutton, dsutton @ dixonvalve. com at (410) 778-2000.

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company, with a heritage that extends back to 1916, is a leading international manufacturer and supplier of hose fittings and accessories, serving a wide variety of industries and applications with a comprehensive and diverse product line.

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Latvia Internet Access for leisure travelers and road warriors is only a click away

2011-07-03T16:47:00.000-07:00

Latvia Internet Access for leisure travelers and road warriors is only a click away.

Latvia Internet access is easy to obtain with prepaid ISP services from InfinitePhone. Net. Today both the business traveler and those on vacation can stay connected no matter where they go in the world.

Northampton, PA (PRWEB) May 1, 2004

InfinitePhone. Net a subsidiary of ProvideTechnology, LLC is helping travelers on their way to Latvia obtain remote internet access for their trip before they even pack their suitcase through the use of a product called Toll Free ISP, one of the companyÂs services specifically marketed to global travelers.

Jack Spirko, CEO of ProvideTechnology, LLC stated, "Toll Free ISP is a true global roaming internet access solution for people traveling to Latvia and more then 100 additional countries. No matter where you travel today you can take dial up internet access along with you. The best part is that because it is a prepaid service you only pay for what you use and you simply refill your account with additional time when it runs low. Think of it like filling the gas tank on your car except it will keep you connected no matter where you go".

Recently InfinitePhone. Net launched a web page located at http://infinitephone. net/ra/latvia. php (http://infinitephone. net/ra/latvia. php) specifically for travelers bound for Latvia. Accounts are available for corporations with multiple users and for individuals as well. Service packages start at only $4.79 for occasional or single user requirements and discounts are provided to high volume clients. Access to the internet can be obtained from over 58,000 global access numbers along with toll free access in many locations.

About InfinitePhone. Net Â Infinitephone. Net is a subsidiary of ProvideTechnology, LLC and independent Cognigen Agency based in Northampton PA, that offers services such Broadband Phone Service, On Demand Conference Calling, Stand Alone 800 Numbers, Remote Internet Access, T1 and T3 Services, and Technology Consulting to itÂs clients. More information can be found at the companyÂs website located at www. infinitephone. net and the companyÂs CEO, Jack Spirko can be reached for comment at, 866-994-1212 or by email at jack@providetechnology. com.

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EPAM Announces Enhanced Support for Mobile Applications through EPAM Content Management System

2011-07-03T11:35:00.000-07:00

EPAM Announces Enhanced Support for Mobile Applications through EPAM Content Management System

Advanced content update within an uninterrupted workflow session with the help of a mobile device.

Trenton, NJ (PRWEB) October 7, 2005

The new EPAM CMS version provides for advanced content update capabilities within an uninterrupted workflow session with the help of Blackberry or other mobile devices. Now CMS users can update and manage content using both the standard web interface and remote devices.

The enhanced CMS capabilities will come particularly handy for content management users with a tight business travel schedule and extensive content approval responsibilities. While on the go, the business user can easily access the critical content items to review, edit, validate or reject them for publishing. For this the user needs to follow the link contained in the notification delivered to the mobile device. The notification is generated automatically each time the content author sends the content item for approval.

The enhanced CMS capabilities are available on mobile browsers supporting XHTML or WML.

Contact EPAM CMS consultant (press@epam. com) to learn more about the EPAM CMS based enhanced support for mobile applications or to schedule a guided demo tour (www. epam-cms. com).

About EPAM Systems

EPAM Systems is a global provider of software development outsourcing services. In January 2005 EPAM was named No.1 of "Top 5 to Watch in Central and Eastern Europe" (http://www. epam. com/aboutus-pr-01182005.htm (http://www. epam. com/aboutus-pr-01182005.htm)) and No.3 of "Top 10 Specialty Application Development Leaders" on the global Offshore 100 list by neoIT and CMP's Managing Offshore. Established in 1993 in Princeton, New Jersey, EPAM Systems has technology development centers in Russia, Belarus, and Hungary. EPAM solves complex business and technology problems using a delivery model that combines onsite presence (in US and EU) with Eastern European offshore and nearshore services.

EPAM's customer base includes Reuters, Samsung America, Colgate-Palmolive, Empire and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, London Stock Exchange, Halliburton, and British Telecom among others. In the technology world, EPAM provides services to firms such as SAP, Hyperion, BEA Systems, Microsoft and others.

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Entrepreneurial Prodigy Anthony Morrison Unveils Secrets To Successful Internet Domain Name Investing New Video Series, Online Marketplace Enable Savvy Investors to Profit From One of the Internet's Fastest Growing Businesses

2011-06-30T20:04:00.000-07:00

Entrepreneurial Prodigy Anthony Morrison Unveils Secrets To Successful Internet Domain Name Investing New Video Series, Online Marketplace Enable Savvy Investors to Profit From One of the Internet's Fastest Growing Businesses

Internet entrepreneur and millionaire Anthony Morrison unveils Invest Domains. com, his latest business. Anthony has been using the internet to make money since he was 13. Now 25, Anthony has learned the keys to success and wants to pass them on to others.

Madison, MS (PRWEB) June 27, 2008

His success, born out of hard work and a determination to help his family when it needed him most, made him a millionaire at the tender age of 23. And now, Anthony Morrison is turning his considerable talents to the task of teaching people how to profit from one of the most exciting marketplaces in America today: Internet domain names.

Thanks to a brand new video series and the launch of an online marketplace called InvestDomains. com, Anthony Morrison is revealing the secrets to successful Internet domain name investing. Each year, millions of dollars trade hands in the lucrative business of buying and selling domain names. Many of those names were purchased originally for twenty dollars or less. Best of all, the potential of this burgeoning field continues to grow unabated.

Business Wunderkind
The unveiling of InvestDomains. com is the latest achievement in the trajectory of one of America's most gifted young entrepreneurs. Anthony Morrison, now 25, has been making money through Internet-related businesses since the tender age of 13. It was during his junior year at Mississippi College, however, when a tragedy not only struck Morrison's family, but also forced a new direction in his young life.

Back at home, Morrison's father Roger, a retired real estate investor in his late sixties, got the devastating news that a company called WorldCom was declaring bankruptcy. Roger had invested most of his life savings in the telecommunications giant. Overnight, Roger's retirement, his means of support for his wife and three children, and his means of paying for Anthony's college education, were wiped out.

Anthony decided he had to take action. Taking the financial weight of his family on his shoulders, he started another Internet business while still pursuing his Pre-Med studies. He began an automotive retail e-business, teaching himself the necessary skills as he went. His instinctive business acumen quickly showed itself; not only did the business turn his family's fortunes around, but today, that business has grossed roughly $5 million in sales.

Since then Anthony Morrison has been an Internet juggernaut. A second company, formed to market credit cards online, became another multi-million-dollar success recognized as a top producer by many banks. People began to come to Morrison for advice on how to start their own Web-based businesses. In response he created CreditCardSystem. com, an affiliate network allowing others to market credit cards online as he did. He also began giving seminars, traveling around the country to demonstrate how to create wealth via the Internet.

To promote his seminars, he produced a TV show called Hidden Millionaires that tells his unique story and explains his keys to conducting successful Web businesses from home. Thousands of people from one end of the U. S. to the other have already benefited from Morrison's "Hidden Millionaires" seminars. Morrison's budding business empire has reached a point, in fact, that has allowed him to establish his own charity--Christmas for Kids (www. christmasforkids. us).

Complete Tools
Now, with InvestDomains. com, Morrison shines his entrepreneurial light on the booming domain name industry. The new site offers a six-DVD training series that teaches people how to effectively purchase domain names and profit from them monthly. It also offers memberships in the Invest Domains online marketplace--an essential passport to the news, trends, buy/sell listings and other tools that will make domain name investing profitable.
Morrison's Invest Domain's DVD series gives entrepreneurs everything they need to know to succeed in domain name investing. Titles in the six-disk series include:

Industry Overview--A survey to the domain name industry, showcasing how people have become successful in one of the fast growing industries of today's time.
Introduction to Domains--The basics of the domain name industry, including information on how to register domains and manage your portfolio.
Investing Tips--Learn what makes a domain name worth purchasing. This course teaches how to find the domain names that can make money, or appreciate over time.
Buy & Sell Domains--Details specific methods for effectively buying and selling domain names on the Internet to a base of millions of potential customers all over the world.
Domain Catching--Learn how to grab a domain name after someone lets it expire--a great way to build a portfolio of domain names that were previously unavailable--through drop catching services.
Domain Parking--The final course in the series shows how to build dependable monthly income by letting companies and individuals advertise on your domain.

"Today's economy is heavily impacting real estate and many other investment vehicles. Domain names, however, retain their potential regardless of the market's ups and downs," said Morrison. "Using the techniques in Invest Domains, I've been able to create a portfolio of domain names that generated almost $20,000 in a single month--and it took only a few months to build, with minimal upfront cost."

TV, Books Tell Story
In the works is Morrison's first book, I Net Millions--a combination biography and how-to-guide that reveals how people can rise above their personal challenges like Morrison did by turning the power of the Internet to their advantage.

For more information about Anthony Morrison, his personal story, and his proven methods for Internet domain name investing, visit www. anthonymorrison. com, www. hiddenmillionaires. com and www. investdomains. com.

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Marriott Resorts Hawaii Promotional Bus Tour is a Big Success: New Tour on the Books for 2011

2011-06-27T15:25:00.000-07:00

Marriott Resorts Hawaii Promotional Bus Tour is a Big Success: New Tour on the Books for 2011

Mobile marketing blitzes are increasing bookings for Marriott’s Hawaii hotels.

Honolulu, HI (PRWEB) February 24, 2010

Riding high after wrapping up its successful Marriott’s Spirit of Aloha Tour, Marriott Resorts Hawaii (http://www. marriotthawaii. com) is excited to announce its third U. S. Tour in 2011 to promote Hawaii travel in key West, Midwest and Northeast source markets. A list of U. S. cities and dates will be announced at a later time.

The just-completed 2010 Tour launched January 19 in Phoenix and traveled 5,553 miles across the Southwest, Southeast, Great Plains, and Rocky Mountains before ending February 12 in Los Angeles. Marriott Resorts Hawaii journeyed across the country aboard a 45-foot-long eco-friendly executive coach wrapped with destination images of Hawaii (http://www. marriotthawaii. com). Along for the ride were former American Idol finalist Jasmine Trias of Oahu and Polynesian Cultural Center dancers and musicians. The traveling luau of Hawaiian entertainers visited and engaged with meeting planners and broadcast media in a dozen cities during a time when low temperatures and snowfall broke all records.

According to Chris Tatum, vice president of Marriott International – North Asia, Hawaii and South Pacific, Marriott saw an immediate impact on its Hawaii room reservations soon after the first week of the tour.

“We have successfully connected with these communities by being there in person to share the Hawaiian culture and our aloha spirit. It’s a high touch and high feel experience and people are responding to that,” he said.

Tatum credits key partnerships in making the tour a success, “We could not have succeeded without the participation of the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau, Hawaiian Airlines and Polynesian Cultural Center,” he said. “Marriott will continue to create opportunities like this for our hotels (http://www. marriotthawaii. com) and with our partners across the state to keep bringing visitors to the Hawaiian Islands.”

The recent tour also visited Children’s Miracle Network hospitals in ten of the cities, where Polynesian Cultural Center performers entertained and taught hula dances to children, parents and hospital staff. Marriott Resorts Hawaii also donated vacation packages to the hospitals for their fund-raising drives. Marriott International has a 26-year relationship with the non-profit Children’s Miracle Network, and in Hawaii, Marriott Resorts Hawaii is a proud supporter of the Kapi‘olani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Background
The company’s first ever Marriott’s Spirit of Aloha Tour launched in January 2009 on the U. S. West Coast with the Polynesian Cultural Center and former American Idol Top 10 finalist Camile Velasco of Maui. The original four-week, six-city tour was extended another two weeks to encompass an additional seven cities. The team journeyed 6,775 miles to the Midwest and East Coast to continue promoting Hawaii as a destination for leisure travelers and group meetings.

In October 2009, the bus tour continued its wave of success by visiting three key cities in Japan. The Spirit of Aloha Tour ambassador was Hawaii-born professional sumo wrestler Konishiki, who thrilled the world during a career that spanned from 1982 to 1997 before he retired with the second highest rank in Japan’s national sport.

Also participating in Marriott’s Spirit of Aloha Tour were Marriott executives and several sponsors: Polynesian Cultural Center, Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau. The Japan tour sponsors were Japan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii Tourism Japan and Polynesian Cultural Center.

All three tours are chronicled on Marriott Resorts Hawaii’s Spirit of Aloha blog at www. marriotthawaii. com/spiritofaloha (http://www. marriotthawaii. com/spiritofaloha), YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,400 lodging properties in 68 countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club, The Ritz-Carlton Residences and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA and had approximately 137,000 employees at 2009 year-end. It is recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the best companies to work for, and by Newsweek as one of the greenest big companies in America. In fiscal year 2009, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of nearly $11 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www. marriott. com and for the latest company news, visit www. marriottnewscenter. com.

Editor’s Note: Jpgs of Marriott’s Spirit of Aloha Tour, each resort and interviews with Chris Tatum available upon request.

For More Information, Contact:
Bernie Caalim or Noreen Kam
McNeil Wilson Communications
808-539-3423 or 808-539-3422

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The James Chicago Hotel Insider Sale

2011-06-26T19:07:00.000-07:00

The James Chicago Hotel Insider Sale

The James Chicago hotel thanks guests with exclusive, limited time rate and upgrade offer.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) January 6, 2010

The James Hotel, located just steps from the famed Magnificent Mile, is making it even easier to take advantage of all the city has to offer with an exclusive limited-time “Insider Sale.”

For a very limited time, The James will offer an exceptional rate for stays in one of the hotel’s residentially styled guestrooms (http://www. jameshotels. com/Chicago-Hotel. aspx? name=The-James-Chicago&page=Rooms) at just $129 per night including a complimentary upgrade.

From January 5 to January 17, 2010, hotel reservations (http://www. jameshotels. com/Reservations. aspx) booked through March 31, 2010 may take advantage of the unbeatable offer. Guests will also receive a $50 parking inclusion or food & beverage credit to be used in the modern-American steakhouse David Burke’s Primehouse, the sleek Jbar lounge or to enjoy via in-room dining.

Chicago may be incomparable in the summertime, but true city insiders know there are many reasons to visit the Windy City before the beaches are buzzing.

Whether attending one of Chicago’s world-renowned St. Patrick’s Day celebrations or spending Valentine’s Day in a cozy urban retreat, visitors to the city can find myriad activities and attractions throughout the year.

Secure a perfectly appointed room at this downtown Chicago hotel (http://www. jameshotels. com/) while they’re still available.

To book, visit the hotel packages (http://www. jameshotels. com/Specials. aspx) page, jameshotels. com/specials or call 312.337.1000.

About The James Chicago:
The James Chicago, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, debuted in April 2006 as a stylish alternative for the discerning business and leisure traveler. The James defines luxury liberated from tradition; a philosophy evident in the property's residential environment and personal, intuitive service. Recognized on Travel + Leisure's "2008 World's Best Awards," The James celebrates a lifestyle that is at once beautiful and comfortable, sophisticated and accessible, luxurious and natural. The James Chicago is centrally located on the corner of Rush and Ontario, steps from Chicago’s famous Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park and various museums. For details visit jameshotels. com.

Media Contact:
Dan Klores Communications
Victoria Martinez
212.981.5217
Victoria_martinez(at)dkcnews(dot)com

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Feel Like Writing a Travel Guidebook? Now There Is Help for Those Who Want to Write Their Own

2011-06-26T15:09:00.000-07:00

Feel Like Writing a Travel Guidebook? Now There Is Help for Those Who Want to Write Their Own

More people than ever are traveling around the globe. And more people than ever are writing about it. A new book, Crafting the Travel Guidebook, offers help to all those who want to channel their travel prose into a book. Travel memoirs, destination guides and more are covered in this exceptional guide.

Liberty Corner, NJ (PRWEB) July 12, 2008

Ever feel like throwing your travel guidebook across the room? It could occur in the stuffy hotel room overlooking a highway that you thought was going to be so comfy and convenient. Or the book-throwing incident might happen on the sun-baked, pebbled beach where you don't have any change to get into the only ladies room available.

For author Barbara Hudgins, it happened many years ago and the guidebook simply hit the lamp in her living room. As a newly transferred resident to the state of New Jersey she had looked around for a way to research outings for her family. This was before the Internet so she perused the only guidebook around at the time. When she visited the places listed in the directory, she found the descriptions to be either limited in scope or completely misleading.

She then did what many disaffected guidebook readers had done before--she wrote her own book, New Jersey Day Trips, and it sold well for many years. Now Ms. Hudgins has come out with a new book written especially for those people who have an itch to transform their travels into prose. Titled "Crafting the Travel Guidebook," the work covers such topics as travel writing and researching, finding the right category, angle and voice, and editing and re-editing. There are also chapters on the different types of book publishers, how to write a book proposal and a 15-page list of book publishers who welcome travel writers.

The popular concept of a guidebook author is that of a grizzled guy who hikes and kayaks around the world and then zips his adventures into a handy laptop. In reality, travel books include memoirs and travelogues, how-to-do-it books and regional guides, books aimed at budget travelers and leisure travelers, students and senior citizens, ethnic groups and other special interests. There is also the wide world of outdoor recreation which is often coupled with a travel destination. Anyone and everyone can become a travel writer and some favorite guidebook series were begun by lawyers, engineers or piano teachers. For questions about how to begin the quest, Crafting the Travel Guidebook has the answer.

FYI: Crafting the Travel Guidebook: How to Write, Publish & Sell Your Travel Book.
Author: Barbara Hudgins
The Woodmont Press
Trade paperback, 288 pages
Price: $17.95. ISBN # 978-0-9607762-0-7

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The Lawyers Behind the Toyota Floor Mat Recall

2011-06-26T07:40:00.000-07:00

The Lawyers Behind the Toyota Floor Mat Recall

Attorneys Mohinder Mann, Gary Mann and Louis Franecke litigate and settle the first successful case against Toyota in 2008 for their defective runaway vehicles. The Manns and Franecke began analyzing the reports and studying the evidence using their engineering and technological backgrounds to piece together a possible explanation into what led to the Camry's rapid acceleration. In April of 2008, less than six months after getting the case, the attorneys filed a complaint in Santa Clara County Superior Court on behalf of the Johnson family against Toyota. Seven months later Toyota agreed to settle the case.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) February 12, 2010

The unprecedented recall of Toyota vehicles due to rapid acceleration problems may have had its start in San Jose, California on July 26, 2007. On that fateful day, Troy Johnson was killed when his vehicle was struck from behind by an out of control and runaway Toyota Camry. The driver of the Toyota Camry stated that the accelerator had jammed and was speeding out-of-control at up to 120 miles (190 kilometers) per hour before slamming into Johnson's vehicle, killing Johnson instantly. For the next several months, investigators searched for evidence to charge the driver of the Camry with vehicular manslaughter because they did not believe his story.

During this same time period, San Jose attorneys Mohinder Mann and Gary Mann (The Mann Law Firm) along with San Rafael, California engineer and attorney Louis Franecke were in the midst of a major trial against Toyota Motor Corporation in an unrelated case, San Joaquin County (Singh v. Toyota Motor Corporation, Case CV023159), when the family of Troy Johnson asked them to represent them in a lawsuit against Toyota. The California Highway Patrol had just concluded its investigation in the Johnson collision and made no prosecutorial recommendation in the case. In other words, the CHP could not say with certainty if the driver of the Camry should be charged or if the driver should be cleared of wrong doing.

The Manns and Franecke began analyzing the reports and studying the evidence using their engineering and technological backgrounds to piece together a possible explanation into what led to the Camry's rapid acceleration. In April of 2008, less than six months after getting the case, the attorneys filed a complaint in Santa Clara County Superior Court, Case #108CV110696, on behalf of the Johnson family against Toyota.

The police Traffic Collision Report identified, based upon the witnesses' testimony and their investigation, that the cause of the stuck accelerator was the placement of Toyota All Weather mats on the driver's floor. The mats slid forward and jammed the accelerator, preventing it from being released.

The plaintiff attorneys hired a Collision Reconstruction Consultant whose job was to document all the evidence for the pending litigation. Gary Mann and Franecke, along with their consultant, inspected the vehicle and quickly discovered that the driver of the Toyota’s story was true. In nearly obscure writing, the mats had a phrase written on them that they should not be placed on top of a carpet mat. "This looks more like an afterthought to inform the public about the dangers of what could happen in the real world," said Mohinder Mann. "The question is, did Toyota find problems with the mats in their testing and where are those test results?" "When did Toyota know about the problem," asked Mann.

Mann knew that they might never find that answer. In their previous case against Toyota, Toyota’s engineer in Japan admitted that Toyota does not keep developmental design nor testing data with the exception of the documents related to the final design. In a deposition of the Toyota engineer, the engineer acknowledged that only the final test results that go to the NHTSA are saved. “Testing and documents compiled previous to the final design including any alternative designs are not saved," said Gary Mann. “By not being able to look through the alternative design considerations of Toyota, it is difficult to investigate what processes led to the final design that is eventually sold to the public,” continued Gary Mann.

The Mann Law Firm and Franecke got some answers from a September 26, 2007 letter from Toyota to the NTSB, acknowledging that an unsecured All Weather Floor Mat can jam the accelerator pedal. In and around that same time, Toyota issued a recall of the subject mats. One month later, an NHTSA summary showed a compilation of unwanted acceleration due to defectively designed all weather floor mats in the Camry - 26 complaints resulting in 7 crashes and fires with 11 injuries and 1 fatality (Johnson) along with another 35 incidences reported.

The Johnson case against Toyota would take less than 12 months to settle with an agreement of confidentiality. "I believe that Toyota did not want to answer questions in this case," added Franecke. Those questions surround the push button that kills the engine after it is held down continuously for 3 seconds. At 120 miles an hour, you can travel 500 feet or nearly the distance of two football fields before the car coasts to a stop.

Second, you cannot stop a vehicle with brakes if the accelerator is jammed. Each pump of the brakes is less effective and the amount of force necessary to stop the wheels at 120 miles an hour is nearly impossible for most drivers. You will fry the brakes as Mr. Gomez did in the Johnson case. Third, you cannot get the car out of gear. In the Camry, once the car is moving and accelerator depressed you cannot get it out of gear. It is locked in and won't move out of the automatic position. This is a transmission design. Placing torque on the accelerator will not allow it to move out of gear. Lastly, attorneys Mann and Franecke were prepared to ask and delve into why the Toyota accelerator jams so much? Was it a mechanical or electrical problem?

Nearly all new cars today contain an event data recorder, called a black box, which can record several seconds of key information when accidents occur or in other circumstances. According to Toyota, its black boxes can capture vehicle speed, engine speed, brake pedal application, accelerator pedal position and seat belt usage, among other things. Unlike other car manufacturers, Toyota's data recorders are extremely difficult, if not impossible for non-Toyota personnel to read. Toyota says it has only one device in the U. S. that can read the data.

Once the Johnson case was settled in November of 2008, news came from the San Diego area that a CHP officer and his family lost their lives in a runaway Lexus. Speculation centered on the floor mats. Troy Johnson's widow, Melanie, went public with her outrage that Toyota had failed to heed the warnings in the Johnson case and allowed these suspect floor mats to cause more needless deaths. After weeks of posturing, changing positions and uncertainty, Toyota finally acknowledged it had a problem and stopped the sales of new Toyota models and issued a recall to fix the rapid acceleration problem.

"We are not sure if Toyota is placing a band aid over a major problem," said Franecke. "Without access to test results we're not sure if the problem is with the floor mats, the gas pedal or even a defective engine throttle control system," added Franecke.

Mann said, "Toyota needs to be forthcoming with all the testing data, and immediately fix the potential death traps caused by sudden acceleration."

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Ten Air Charter Companies Join the CharterX Network - The Largest Air Charter Marketplace Continues to Show Strong Growth

2011-06-22T10:50:00.000-07:00

Ten Air Charter Companies Join the CharterX Network - The Largest Air Charter Marketplace Continues to Show Strong Growth

The largest air charter marketplace continues to show strong growth with the addition of ten new companies to the network. Each month, CharterX, and the Industry XChange, handles tens of thousands of air charter trip searches, from hundreds of professional and retail buyers. Air charter, like the rest of the travel market, continues to move to the web as the principle business medium.

Reno NV (PRWEB) February 13, 2005

CharterX will announce at the National Business Aviation Association Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference in Reno, Nevada, that ten additional companies have joined the single largest air charter marketplace. The industry continues to embrace the web as the new communication medium for the collection and distribution of charter aircraft information.

Companies involved in the buying and selling of air charter or unscheduled air taxi services have developed unique requirements due to the high level of service they must to provide to their clients. They demand the latest information on airplane availability, positioning, scheduling and pricing. Via the Industry XChange, the only online air charter marketplace, CharterX delivers up-to-date data and sophisticated search & communication tools designed to give air charter industry professional the information that they need to conduct business. The CharterX network processes 40,000 trip requests each month, maintains current availability for more than 1,000 business jets worldwide and stores information on more than 1,000 empty legs on any give day.

The number of charter operators and brokers in the CharterX network continues to grow. Since the beginning of 2005, CharterX has welcomed ten new air charter companies to the network: Swift Aviation Group, JetRide (AirNet), Talon Aviation, Infinity Aviation, SkyTrek, IBC Airways, Volo Aviation, Scott Richard, North American Jet, and Kellie Carey Private Jet.

ÂItÂs an exciting time in the air charter industry. As new aircraft enter the market and new buyers and sellers join the market, the overall business of air charter is maturing such that being connected is vitally important,Â said Jim Betlyon, CharterX President. ÂAn online system optimizing and matching air charter demand and supply is absolutely necessary for the industry to continue to thrive.Â

Robert Austin, Vice President of Charter Services adds, ÂAsJetRide (an AirNet Company, NYSE: ANS) continues to expand its private jet charter operations, we wanted to better attract retail clientele while reaching the professional industry buyer. CharterX provides the technology that enables us to deliver a positive experience to current and potential retail clients through our own website. The Industry XChange is the place savvy buyers go to locate JetRide's nationwide fleet."

Britt Morque, Manager of Business Development at Swift Aviation Group, said, "Swift Aviation Group takes pride in defining excellence in our operations as well as our relationships with our clients. CharterX provides us with the means to promote our aircraft and participate in the leading air charter marketplace."

The CharterX Industry XChange is the central online business exchange for air charter. The company also provides the online marketing and distribution tools for the air charter industry. Customers employ CharterXÂs XQuote online trip inquiry module to provide customers who visit their websites instant access to aircraft and charter trip information. XQuote is available to both charter operators and charter brokers in six languages and over 140 currencies.

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America's International Travel Expert™ Wants to Answer Your Travel Questions

2011-06-22T03:13:00.000-07:00

America's International Travel Expert™ Wants to Answer Your Travel Questions

What are the ways to avoid paying those baggage fees charged by most airlines? Is it safe for me to travel with my family to foreign countries? How do I get "treated more like a local" when I travel overseas? Million-mile traveler Stuart Gustafson is America’s International Travel Expert™, and he'd like to answer YOUR travel questions. But he can't answer them until you ask him. So go to his website and submit your travel questions.

Boise, ID (PRWEB) September 27, 2010

Are you afraid to travel with your family overseas because of TV news reports? Would you like to feel more comfortable traveling in a different country by sounding like a seasoned traveler? Is travel flexibility, AND getting on your vacation faster, important to you? Which airline seats are the best on a particular flight?

These are just a few of the travel questions that million-mile traveler Stuart Gustafson -- America’s International Travel Expert™ -- has answered over the years. As an author and a world-wide traveler, he knows what it's like to be a little uncomfortable when traveling, and he wants to answer your travel questions BEFORE you go. Here is your opportunity to ask him anything about travel, particularly travel to a different country.

So whether you are thinking about a trip to a neighboring country, or one half-way around the world, just go online and submit your questions to him at http://www. stuartgustafson. com (http://www. stuartgustafson. com). There is no cost to submit your travel questions, and there are definitely no silly questions. He loves to travel, and he wants your experiences to be as enjoyable as possible.

Being an informed and a prepared traveler helps you make the most of your travels, whether they are for business or for pleasure. Get online and submit your travel questions to America’s International Travel Expert™ while you're thinking about it. Just go to http://www. stuartgustafson. com (http://www. stuartgustafson. com) and ask your travel questions.

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Carol Verret Consulting and Training introduces her new web cast in the Training Bytes WebCast Series: "The Government Market."

2011-06-21T09:11:00.000-07:00

Carol Verret Consulting and Training introduces her new web cast in the Training Bytes WebCast Series: "The Government Market."

Carol Verret Consulting and Training announces the August Schedule for Training Bytes: Skill Sets For Hunters, a series of brief, real time web casts designed for hotel sales staff and professionals. The Government Market is her newest webcast.

(PRWEB) August 9, 2003

CONTACT:

Carol Verret

Carol Verret, Consulting and Training

Voice: (303) 618-4065

Fax: (303) 581-5706

Email: carol@carolverret. com

Web: www. carolverret. com

Carol Verret Consulting and Training will be introducing her new web cast in The Training Bytes WebCast Series during August "The Government Market."

Greenwood Village, CO (PRWEB) August 08, 2003 -- Carol Verret Consulting and Training announces her August WebCast schedule for Training Bytes: Skill Sets For Hunters. This is a series of brief, real time web casts designed for hotel sales people. Training Bytes is a cost-effective method for sales people to receive and participate in live training bytes of 60 minutes in duration over the web from the convenience of their desks with ample time for Q&A.

In August she will be presenting: "Skill Sets for Hunters: Stalking the Government Market:" Corporate Travel is down, Association attendance is spotty at best but the government continues to travel! Find out "hunter tips" for increasing your market share from state and federal government as well as government subcontractors.

Sessions are scheduled for August 18, 2003 and August 22, 2003.

The first two programs in the Training Bytes series in the Skill Sets for Hunters modules are:

Skill Sets for Hunters: Stalking the Corporate Market, dealing with the skills required to successfully locate corporate accounts that have business and the money to pay your rate.

Skill Sets for Hunters: Stalking the SMERF Market, on the subject of acquiring the skill sets for uncovering the hidden business in this market segment.

The cost for Training Bytes is $89 per person per module and includes a complimentary subscription to ResultsWOW, a monthly email newsletter dealing with hotel sales and customer service plus email access following the presentation to the presenter and hotel sales professional, Carol Verret, to ask questions and get a personalized response.

"The hotel industry is struggling with a soft market and trying to control expenses. Often, training is among the first items to be cut. Training Bytes allows managers to provide sales training for their staff without the expense of air travel and hotel," says Verret, President of the company.

Training Bytes does not replace live seminars but it allows sales people to fill in the gaps in their skill sets and acquire new skills in specific areas. For example, when a new sales manager is hired, they usually have to wait for training until a seminar is scheduled. By choosing specific modules of Training Bytes, they can get a head start until they can attend a more intensive, live seminar.

"I often get calls and emails from new sales people wanting to know if I offer public seminars so that they can get some training." Training Bytes fills this need.

For more information, contact carol@carolveret. com and/or log onto the web site www. carolverret. com where full registration information is posted. Discounts are available for companies registering two or more participants. Registration is limited to twenty participants per webcast.

Verret, Owner of Carol Verret Consulting & Training, is a twenty-year veteran of the hotel industry. She arrived in Denver in 1984 in the midst of an economic downturn and quickly established herself as an expert in sales and marketing in hotel turn-around situations, applying her formula for REVPAR improvement.

To learn more about Carol Verret, Consulting and Training, visit her web site at http://www. carolverret. com (http://www. carolverret. com) Send email to carol@carolverret. com

Fund Raiser - New Canadian Fund Raiser Now Available

2011-06-19T21:34:00.000-07:00

Fund Raiser - New Canadian Fund Raiser Now Available

My Sports Dreams Canada is Open for Business. Finally, the United State's most popular sports & school fund raiser has made its way north to Canada.

(PRWEB) March 27, 2005

Fund Raiser - New Canadian Fund Raiser! This is how it works: We prepare My Sports Dreams Canada mailers completely customized to your team that athletes send to their personal list of supporters (mom's hiliday card list). They includeÂ

A custom donor letter we write about your team, its accomplishments, and fundraising needs. It includes your team logo, motivaltional quote from the coach, and action shots of your athletes.

Color flyers describing valuable travel savings and free gifts supporters receive just for opening the envelope. This is one donation request many people are happy to receive.

A reply envelope for supporters to mail you their donations. WeÂll even provide you with a version of your Donor Letter tailored to local businesses or alums. For some teams, thatÂs a whole fundraising campaign in itself.

Completing a My Sports Dreams Canada fundraiser is so easy youÂll think itÂs too good to be true. Athletes just sign letters, address their envelopes, and mail them. ThatÂs it.

Your supporters are given 3 entries into more than 50 prize drawings to win authentic sports memorabilia like autographed photos, balls and jerseys.

They also get instant discounts at dozens of popular national merchants such as Amazon. com, K-Mart, and Sports Authority. Supporters who donate $100, $125 or $150 receive exclusive travel gifts guaranteed to save them up to a thousand dollars on airline tickets and hotel rooms.

To protect everyone's privacy, My Sports Dreams Canada never has access to your athletesÂ mailing lists. Here's the best part. ThereÂs no upfront payment and our materials fee is just 12 1/2% of your fundraising campaign. Its due weeks after you place your order so you can even pay us from your collections.

The bottom line: My Sports Dreams Canada is fast, easy and really works. ThatÂs why we are the official fundraising partner of so many great organizations, like the National Soccer Coaches, the National Field Hockey Coaches, WomenÂs Lacrosse Coaches, Euro-Sporting, Edukick, Spring Break Tennis, Student Sports Magazine, the National Booster Club, and many more.

Call us toll-free today for more information at 1-866-338-5425. Visit our website for a short video presentation.

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Connect with Earth Chakras in Monthly Rituals at Ancient Mayan Archaeological Sites

2011-06-19T04:21:00.000-07:00

Connect with Earth Chakras in Monthly Rituals at Ancient Mayan Archaeological Sites

Spiritual ceremonies at site of earth's energies bring participants in tune with universe

Tulum, Mexico (PRWEB) April 8, 2005

Connect with the positive energies of the world in the seat of the ancient Mayan kingdom along the white sand shores of Tulum on MexicoÂs Caribbean coastline.

On the 21st of each month at dawn, join a shaman from EcoTulum Resorts, a collection of rustic accommodations appealing to travelers seeking a return to nature, in one of the most powerful spiritual experiences at Tulum, the thousand-year-old local archaeological beachside ruins.

Join in the early morning earth rituals at the ruins on the edge of the Mayan Riviera as spiritual leaders activate the chakras of the earth which correspond to places of power identified by ancient Mayans, and where they chose to build their houses of worship, the pyramids.

For four years these rituals have been led by Maria Galindo, one of Maya SpaÂs healers who performs cosmic wedding ceremonies and energy cleansings at EcoTulum, with the intention of sending healing energy to the world. This year during the solstices and equinoxes, ceremonies will be performed at neighboring archaeological sites according to the directions they face and the time of year: during the spring equinox in March, the east was activated at Tulum, the summer solstice in June will activate the northern direction at the ruins in Xel-HÃ¡. And the fall equinox focuses on the westerly direction at the CobÃ¡ site while the winter solstice in December will channel to the south at the Myuil ruins.

The mystical ceremony begins by asking permission to the four directions after which a Hebrew diagram is activated and the group closes the circle by holding hands and concentrating on the activation of the chakra. The cosmic energy resulting from the circle and joint meditation unites with the earth, helping balance the vibrations. At the close of the ceremony, participants are invited to share their feelings, desires, requests and ends with giving thanks to finish off the work of light for humanity.

Zahra (www. zahra. com. mx) offers 22 remodeled rooms and cabaÃ±as with seven completely new cabins nestled between two private beaches. Electricity is provided from sunset until 11pm. Azulik (www. azulik. com), a 15-villa retreat next door carries the concept of rustic luxury to the max with lounge beds and hand carved wooden soaking tubs. CabaÃ±as Copal (www. cabanascopal. com) features 47 rustic cabaÃ±as hidden among the jungle on the pristine white powder shores of Tulum in MexicoÂs Mayan Riviera. The eco-hotel has candle lit cabaÃ±as, encourages total wellness, and celebrates spirituality with a clothing-optional dress code. At night under a canopy of celestial stars, hundreds of candles light sandy laneways at all properties.

For more details, please contact:

Mexican Pacific Marketing

Press@mexicanpacific. com

Tel: (949) 340-2602 (US)

011 +52 (314) 335-3207 (MX)

Editors are invited to visit www. maya-spa. com for complete spa services, rates & packages, photos, and general information about Tulum and Maya-Spa. The Spa and three rustic hotel properties make up the unique collection of barefoot with luxury experiences at EcoTulum Resorts (www. ecotulum. com).

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