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Tony Wheeler: Founder of Lonely Planet

December 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Recently we had the opportunity to sit down with Tony Wheeler, the founder of Lonely Planet, in San Francisco. He was on a whirlwind tour in the United States promoting his new book, Bad Lands: A Tourist on the Axis of Evil. We spent about an hour in the interview. Immediately following his book promotion tour he was off to attempt a climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). We asked him a series of questions - this is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Afghanistan, Africa, America, Animal Rescue, Bahamas, Burma, China, Cuba, Drinking, Farming, Fashion, Film, History, India, Interview, Iran, Iraq, Korea, Mountain Climbing, Museum

Worldly Works of Art

December 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

One needn't head south to Miami Art Basel to enjoy a zany art show. From Morocco to the Great Barrier Reef, these luxury international hotels and lifestyle brands boast unique art pieces and eclectic collections of their own. Molori Great Barrier Reef, Australia A bespoke private hideaway and the sister property to South Africa's famed Molori Safari Lodge, Molori Great Barrier Reef is located near Australia's iconic coral reef and within … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, America, Antiques, Art, Australia, Beach, California, Chile, Culture, Drinking, Fashion, Festival, Film, Florence, Florida, Great Barrier Reef, Greece, History, Hollywood

Travelzoo Announces ‘Wow Deal Destinations’ for 2011

December 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

NEW YORK, December 1, 2010 -- Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, today announced five destinations its deal experts predict will offer the best travel value in 2011. The 'Wow Deal Destinations' are: Mexico (Yucatan Peninsula focus), Iceland, Bermuda, Las Vegas, and California's Central Coast. "We anticipate 2011 to be similar to previous years - travelers will be on the hunt for deals," said Gabe Saglie, senior … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, America, American Airlines, Asia, Beach, Bermuda, Boston, California, Chicago, Cruising, Delta Airlines, Europe, Hiking, Iceland, Internet, Japan, Los Angeles, Mexico, Napa Valley, New York City

Get your Green on at the 2011 San Francisco Flower and Garden Show

November 29, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Annual Fair Expands its Appeal with Celebrity Chefs, Sustainable Exhibits and Kid Friendly Fun November 29, 2010 (SAN FRANCISCO) --- Nothing says Spring like the San Francisco Flower & Garden Show, the largest, world-class garden festival of its kind in the western United States. Now entering its 26th year with a bigger, better and greener approach that celebrates 'Life in the California Garden', this annual festival will be held Wednesday … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Architecture, Art, California, Celebrity, Culinary travel, Farming, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, Lifestyle, Napa Valley, Oakland, Restaurants, San Francisco, Wine Tasting

Gourmet Getaways

November 27, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Gourmet Getaways by Joe David Looking for a culinary vacation within the USA? Look no further than Gourmet Getaways, a book that combines travel with cooking... not a bad combination at all! This is the latest culinary book from Author Joe David, a long time "foodie". He traveled the continental USA in search of some of the best culinary schools in the country and highlights these based on 5 separate regions. Class details are listed, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Culinary Books · Tagged: America, Food and Wine

Curry Village Ice Rink at Yosemite National Park to Open Thanksgiving Day

November 26, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif., November 26, 2010 - The Curry Village Ice Rink at Yosemite National Park will open on Thursday, November 25 ushering in the 2010-11 winter season. The Curry Village Ice Rink was established in 1928 when the Yosemite Winter Club flooded an unused parking lot. Now a permanent fixture, the rink is located in the western part of Curry Village, nestled below Glacier Point with views of snow-capped Yosemite icons such … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Beach, California, Canyon, Delaware, Food and Wine, Glacier, Grand Canyon, History, Hot springs, Lodge, National Park, North America, Resort, Ski Trip, Spa, Village, Yosemite National Park

Gap Year to Australia Increases in Popularity as American Curriculum Changes

November 18, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Australian Work and Holiday Visa Provides Opportunity to Work, Study and Travel for Up to Twelve Months November 18, 2010 Los Angeles, CA - More American students and recent grads are embracing the concept of a gap year as studies show increases in graduation rates among those who choose to do a gap year. Additionally, the benefits are increasingly being recognized by major universities with Harvard, Princeton and Yale all offering … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Australia, Culture, Europe, Gap Year, Internet, Los Angeles, Sydney, Vineyards, Visa

Cherokee Hills Byway features five fall foliage spots to catch the colors of the season

November 18, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

From recreation to cultural, Cherokee Nation spotlights five scenic points along the 88-mile stretch of highway to take in the fall colors TAHLEQUAH, Okla., (November 18, 2010) --- A brilliant kaleidoscope of autumn colors are set to light up the Cherokee Hills Byway as illuminated by an 88-mile stretch of fall foliage running through Sequoyah, Cherokee, Delaware and Adair counties. The curtain of turning colors for the drive-thru theater … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Casino, Civil War, Culture, Delaware, Golf, Hiking, History, Illinois, Museum, Oklahoma, Resort, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wildlife

Sport Chalet to Collect Coats for Clothes4Souls

November 16, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Customers are invited to donate their gently worn winter coats and in return Sport Chalet will give them a special offer on any new winter coat Nashville, TN - November 16, 2010 - Coming alongside their nationwide drives to collect shoes, Soles4Souls announced in early 2010 the launch of their new charitable division Clothes4Souls. Due to the success of the recent Sport Chalet shoe drives the two companies are partnering again to launch a new … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Arizona, Backpacking, Bicycle, California, Fashion, Kenya, National Geographic, Nepal, Nevada, New York City, North America, River Rafting, Ski Trip, Sports, Thailand, Utah

Line2 Signs Former JetBlue Flight Attendant Steven Slater To Champion ‘Mile High Text Club’ Contest

November 15, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Campaign Underscores Line2 Customers' Ability to Send and Receive SMS Texts While Flying San Francisco, CA - Toktumi, Inc., the company behind the popular mobile communication app Line2, has signed a deal with former JetBlue flight attendant Steven Slater to be the official spokesperson for the company's 'Mile High Text Club' Contest, which celebrates Line2's in-flight texting capability on Wi-Fi-equipped airplanes. Slater is the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, America, Canada, Cell Phone, iPhone, Music, New York City, San Francisco, Shopping Mall

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