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Puerto Princesa Underground River Hopes to be Honored

Aleksandr Shatskih

The president of the Philippines Benign Aquino III has pleaded with his countrymen and women to vote for the country’s contender to be named as one of the new “Seven Wonders of Nature”. 600 km south-west of capital Manila, the Puerto Princesa Underground River in Palawan province is among 28 finalists in the competition to […]

14 years ago

Luxury Brand JW Marriott to Open 12 New Hotels

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Bethesda, Md, JW Marriott has announced plans to open 12 all new hotels by year end 2012. This will bring the global portfolio of accommodations to total 64 hotels and resorts in 27 countries.

14 years ago

Club Med Offers Summer Sunshine Specials

Phil Butler

For those looking to find a super duper Summer vacation deal, Club Med just launched their Summer Sunshine Specials. From Portugal to Italy and far beyond, these Club Med holidays have promise for peak season travelers.

14 years ago

Over 200,000 Expected at Thailand Tourism Festival 2011

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Thai Tourism Festival 2011 is expected to be attended by more than 200,000 visitors when it finally opens this week at the Impact Muang Thong Thani Exhibition Center on Wednesday. The annual tourism and travel exhibition is one of the major events of its kind on the Thai travel industry calendar, and is targeted […]

14 years ago

This Year’s Dumpling Festival Celebrated by Baidu and Google

Aleksandr Shatskih

For those out there who do not know what the Duanwu Festival is, search giants Baidu and Google will have further confounded the unwary with their doodles celebrating the Dumpling Festival. Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China celebrate national holidays today.

14 years ago

Curaçao Rewards Facebook Fans an All-inclusive Family Vacation

Mihaela Lica Butler

Curaçao, dubbed as one of the hottest destinations of 2011 by Fodor’s, AOL Travel and SmarterTravel, is trying to build momentum with a Facebook giveaway: an all-inclusive family vacation.

14 years ago

Universal Studios – Symbol of Emerging Singapore

Phil Butler

The grand opening of one of the world’s biggest theme parks, Universal Studios Singapore, took place last week. And despite a few hickups, no-show stars, and other minor irritations, Singapore now has another world class touristic attraction. This opening is not only big tourism news, but a sign of Singapore’s every increasing popularity and growth.

14 years ago

Asia Celebrates: Dragon Boat Festival

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Dragon Boat Festival is one of the oldest celebrations across East Asia. The festival in China is the one with the longest history.

14 years ago

Map of E.Coli Outbreak in Europe

Aleksandr Shatskih

If you are traveling to Europe these days, the map in this article shows you where, and how many, E.coli cases have been reported across the continent.

14 years ago

Travel Alert: E.coli Outbreak in Germany

Aleksandr Shatskih

Travelers visiting the north of Germany, specifically Hamburg and its surroundings, are advised to avoid eating raw vegetables at all costs.

14 years ago

DirectFlights.com Special Deals for Europe Festivals

Aleksandr Shatskih

As the summer festivals season opens, DirectFlights.com has put together a series of special deals for those who want to visit certain destinations throughout Europe.

14 years ago

Travelmatch: Britain Loves Spain

Aleksandr Shatskih

British tourists are increasingly focusing on Spain, as this particular European country offers incredibly affordable package holidays, and other benefits.

14 years ago

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