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04-01-2008



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Monday, March 31, 2008

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The Milepost details Alaska
It may be still winter in most of the country, but planning for a special summer trip to Alaska normally begins now. One thing that's for certain is that thousands of visitors will be heading for the majestic Northwest this year. For those travelers, The Milepost is an essential aide for getting around the state. This 800-page 60th Edition of The Milepost details every expressway, highway, and state route that a traveler could take in getting from one point to another, either in an emergency or at a leisurely pace enjoying all that Alaska has to offer. In addition, it also includes more than 300 color photos and 100 detailed maps, plus extensive trip planning section and coverage of all major attractions and cities. Info at www.themilepost.com.

Finding the best beach vacation
Orbitz just launched a new initiative called Beach Finder, a new vacation search tool that helps travelers find the best beach vacation based on their own selected preferences. It’s ideal for travelers who know they want a beach vacation but aren't sure which destination is best suited for them. The website asks travelers three questions about who is traveling, preferred vacation activities, and desired hotel options to provide information that will help determine the best choice. The tool then searches over 450 of Orbitz’s top beachfront hotels in the US, Caribbean, Mexico and South America that have been handpicked and then ranked by Orbitz’s team of Hotel Market Managers based on these criteria. Travelers can then choose from a recommended list of these select properties that most closely match their ideal beach. Try it out at www.myidealbeach.com.

Spring into the Big Apple
The Westin New York at Times Square is offering New York metro-area neighbors a chance to experience Manhattan this spring, without worries about train schedules or expensive parking rates, which can cost over $30 per hour. Travelers who chose to drive into the city will enjoy rates at the award-winning hotel starting at $399 per room, per night, including complimentary parking. Valid for weekend stays now through April 26, 2008. For reservations and information call 1-888-627-7149 or visit www.westinny.com. When booking please ask for the SPRINGPK rate plan.

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It's springtime in southern Italy and the hottest spot on the Isle of Capri, Caesar Augustus, is in full bloom with enticing new features for relaxation and rejuvenation. A luxury mansion set upon cliffs 1,000 feet above the Bay of Naples, the Relais & Chateaux property beckons lovers of sea air, sunshine and stunning views with new open-air features including two outdoor spa treatment rooms and an al fresco fitness area with Technogym equipment, as well as a new Turkish bath and a relaxation area surrounded by natural rocks. ...More
To offset the soaring cost of fuel, the AAA Four Diamond WaterColor Inn and Resort on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast is offering a gas rebate to guests staying a minimum of three consecutive nights before May 23, 2008. Whether travelers come from near or far, all who present a valid, dated gas receipt from their drive at check-in will have the total amount, up to $200, deducted from their bill at check-out. ...More
Ready, set...stay! National Geographic Traveler recently recognized Bucuti Beach Resort for its exceptional sense of place on the magazine’s first annual “Stay List.” The compilation represents 150 properties that embody the true Traveler experience, going beyond just the hotel lobby. The list acknowledges resorts that incorporate and share the soul of their location, respect and conserve local resources and play a vital role in the community. ...More

Destinations
The Jamaica Tourist Board reports a strong start in tourism arrivals for 2008, with preliminary statistics for the period January 1 - March 21 showing an increase of 12.5 percent over the same period in 2007. ...More

Events
Global Volunteers, the nation's longstanding "volunteer vacation" leader, will inaugurate a new international service program opportunity in Vietnam, beginning July, 2008. In its 25th year, Global Volunteers engages short-term volunteers to work on long-term human and economic development projects on five continents in 21 countries, including the USA. ...More
ATHFEST 2008 will be held June 18-22, 2008, in historic downtown Athens, GA, a town long renowned for its thriving music scene. For the past eleven years, this annual music and arts festival has showcased the best in local, regional, and nationally recognized Athens-based talent. Over 150 bands and artists will perform over the course of the weekend, with most performances free of charge to the public. The festival also includes a juried artisan market, the Flagpole Music Awards show, KidsFest, and much more. ...More

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