For Immediate Release:

September 10, 2010

Four Seasons Hotel Dublin invites you to “Heat It Up” with delectable new oyster dishes. These innovative dishes, made with Irish Oysters, provide a whole new way to enjoy the season’s fruitful oyster harvest.

Come to Seasons Restaurant and the Lobby Lounge for “Guinness & Oysters” and engage your taste buds in a lasting journey that is bound to leave you tingling all over! Choose from a selection of dishes such as:

All Natural Oysters with a Baby Guinness
Deconstructed Oysters Rockefeller
Oysters balanced over spinach, mingled with melted butter and with a crackly wafer of pancetta
Oyster Po’ Boy Sandwich
Crisp cornmeal crusted oysters
Oyster & Guinness Pan Roast

For Immediate Release

September 10^th, 2010

The Annual SalsaFest Sizzles Once Again in Downtown Safford September 24^th & 25^th!

Fourth Annual SalsaFest

Friday & Saturday September 24-25, 2010

Safford Town Square

Safford, AZ. –Salsa lovers start the countdown, the hottest event in Southern Arizona-the 4^th Annual EuroFresh SalsaFest is right around the corner! On September 24 & 25, historic Town Square in downtown Safford will be a celebration of everything salsa with hot air balloons, salsa making competition, skydivers and more! The SalsaFest will be a fun-filled day of tongue-tingling salsa, music, entertainment, and food for the entire family to enjoy, including the opportunity to win some great prizes and benefit a good cause!

Festivities kick off Friday, September 24^th at 5:00 pm when downtown Safford will be aglow as the hot air balloons line Main Street and light up the city. People will be able to enjoy live entertainment all night and sample some of the greatest salsas in the Southwest at the Taste of the Salsa Trail event. Wake up early Saturday, September 25^th to watch the hot air balloons lift off at 6:15am from Safford High School.  SalsaFest activities will begin at 8:30am at the Safford Town Square.

New to the SalsaFest this year is the SkyHawks professional Skydiving team. On Saturday afternoon the SkyHawks will perform an entertaining show as they land in the middle of Safford town square to announce the winner of the SalsaFest Salsa Challenge.

Returning to this year’s SalsaFest is the salsa making competition. The public is invited to participate in the judging for the People’s Choice Awards in the Salsa Challenge Tent. Bring your taste buds and sample all the salsa entries from Salsa Trail® restaurants and amateur salsa chefs as they dish up their special concoctions. Other SalsaFest favorites returning this year include a Festival Marketplace, Salsa music and dancing, food demonstrations, live entertainment all day, chile roasting and Jalapeño and Salsa Eating Competitions. To see a full schedule of events, please visit www.salsatrail.com/salsafest

The SalsaFest will also have great give aways from local Arizona attractions, including grand prize resort stays at Las Palomas beach and golf resort and Peñasco Del Sol hotel in Sandy Beach, Rocky Point, Mexico.  Entry forms are still being accepted but space is limited. Event information and registration forms are available online at www.SalsaTrail.com.

The Fourth Annual EuroFresh SalsaFest will be good old fashioned fun for the entire family to enjoy.  All proceeds from the Salsafest go to the Safford’s Lion Club whose mission is to empower volunteers to serve and support their communities. Marissa Peasnall is a beneficiary of the Lions club efforts and received a scholarship for college. “I cannot begin to express the gratitude that I feel. Thank you my friends for you have certainly helped me to achieve a better life through your dedication to the community.”

For additional information about the Lions Club, Salsa Trail or the Balloon Festival and to watch the SalsaFest video visit www.SalsaTrail.com or call the Graham County Chamber of Commerce at 1.888.837.1841 or 928.428.2511.

Sponsors: EuroFresh, Freeport-McMoRan, Graham County Chamber of Commerce, Arizona State Credit Union, Valley Telecom Group, Quality Inn & Suites, Majik 100.7, City of Safford, Kat Kountry, Eastern Arizona Courier, Nature’s Select of Arizona. Hosted by: Safford Lions Club.

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September 2, 2010 – New York , NY- The Japan National Tourism Organization is pleased to announce a brand new partnership with Stefanie Michaels (aka @AdventureGirl) for the 2011 Visit Japan Campaign.  This partnership will offer travelers the unique opportunity to learn more about Japan through the eyes of a travel expert, and eventually the chance to join her in a trip to Japan.

Earlier this year, the commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency Hiroshi Mizohata announced that a primary mission of Japan’s tourism entities is to increase the number of foreign visitors to Japan by 20 million by the year 2016, to 25 million by 2019, and to 30 million in due course in the future. As the US market is crucial in the race to achieve these numbers, JNTO wishes to draw attention to Japan’s distinct seasonal climate, breathtaking scenery, and a highly diversified historic and cultural background through food culture, sports, fashion, eco-focused efforts, and much, much more.

Within just 12 months of joining Twitter, Adventure Girl was named Twitter’s top Global 100 and Top 50 “Tweeple” to follow. With over one million followers, Adventure Girl has carved a unique niche in the world of travel and entertainment. As a sought-after media presence, Adventure Girl has been featured in Vanity Fair Magazine, Time Magazine, Self, CNN and Forbes list of Top 20 Branded Women Online, including appearances on Discovery’s Planet Green, Acceshollywood.com, The Rachael Ray Show, Al Roker’s Morning Show, E! Entertainment Channel and has appeared on almost every major television network talking travel and social media.

By working with Adventure Girl, the Japan National Tourism Organization hopes to increase awareness about the wonderful qualities of Japan travel while simultaneously interacting on a more personal level with intrigued travelers. Executive Director of the Japan National Tourism Organization in New York, Shuichi Kameyama, notes:

“We are very excited to be working with Stefanie on the 2011 Visit Japan   campaign. We hope that she and her fans will share a newfound enthusiasm for Japan that will hopefully inspire travelers to fully experience Japanese culture.”

For media inquiries and more information, please contact:

About AG Partnership: Ali Miller – aliana_miller@ddkusa.com

General inquiries; Japan Tourism: Nori Akashi – nakashi@jntonyc.org

The Japan Tourism Agency (JTA) was inaugurated on October 1, 2008. The Japanese government is currently working to enhance tourism-related measures, towards the ultimate goal of creating a tourism nation. The JTA was newly established as an organization to serve as the hub for these efforts, and drive their deployment. In addition to carrying out measures to expand international tourism exchange such as the Visit Japan Campaign, the JTA works to prepare a national environment friendly to tourist travel. This includes creating appealing tourist destinations in Japan, upgrading tourism industries to fit traveler needs, promoting training and utilization of talent in the tourism field, encouraging the Japanese people to take vacations, and preparing safety measures for Japanese travelers abroad. For more information about JTA, please visit

http://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/en/index.html

The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) is involved in a broad range of activities promoting travel to Japan through various activities overseas as well as tourism-promoting activities in Japan. Established in 1964, its main purpose is to further international exchange through tourism. JNTO maintains 13 offices in key cities around the world, through which a wide range of tourism-related promotions are carried out. Each overseas office is responsible for promoting travel and tourism to Japan; one of the most important functions is to help the travel industry encourage their clients to visit Japan. For more information about JNTO’s North American Visit Japan campaign, please visit http://japantravelinfo.com/

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The Hotel Guanahani & Spa Closes Its Doors

For A Luxurious Revamp Of Its Property

St Barth’s largest resort is set to undergo major renovations this fall

(August 13, 2010 – New York, NY) – This fall, The Hotel Guanahani & Spa will be closing its doors, from August 29 to December 15. As always, in keeping the needs of its discriminating international guests a top priority, the largest resort of the island of St Barth’s decided to improve upon its property in order to better serve its distinctive clientele.

Famous for remaining open year-round, the hotel usually renovates and refurbishes the property with new embellishments during the low season. This year, the hotel will undergo major renovations, led by architect David Schwarz, interior designer Luis Pons and local architect Nicolas Lossent from Lotus Architectes. Most rooms will be embellished and one new, luxurious suite will be built on the property. Located in a remote setting on the beachfront, the Admiral Suite will resemble a villa and feature 2 spacious bedrooms, exclusive access to a small private beach and breathtaking views of the lagoon. Named after the title that Christopher Columbus received from the King of Spain (he was made ‘Admiral’ after his first expedition to the Americas and discovered the island of St Barth’s during his second expedition in 1493), the suite will feature custom-designed furniture that incorporates elements of leather and wood. It will also be decorated with navigation tools such as a spy glass and a sextant as a tribute to the famous explorer.

The premiere ocean view suite located at the top of the hill will be entirely revamped and turned into a luxurious 2-bedroom Butler unit: the Serenity Suite. Each bedroom will be complimented by a unique bathroom, respectively featuring a Turkish bath and a Jacuzzi. A true intimate haven of peace, the suite will offer breathtaking and panoramic views of the ocean. It will pay tribute to the literary association between water and serenity, with most elements evolving around the theme of water. A sincere accolade to spirituality, it will boast a unique waterfall and olive tree at the entrance. Guests looking for tranquility and privacy will enjoy the intimate pool, private entrances, the plush gardens surrounding the suite and the electric car exclusively available for them to drive around the resort.

The Admiral Suite and the Serenity Suite will be two exclusive additions to the 6 current Butler Suites of the hotel, providing the most luxurious comforts available including private pools and terraces that open onto the sea. Each suite has its own full-time butler on-hand to service guests’ every whim, offering to unpack the guests’ suitcase upon arrival, iron their clothes before their first evening or even draw a bath and specialize it with essential oils from the spa and fresh flowers. The Wellness Suite features 180 degree ocean and island views and after hours private access to the full service spa. For those looking for relaxation in the comfort of their suite, the Marigot Suite is the perfect setting: guests are offered 4 treatment spas per day and can choose to receive their treatment in the private treatment room located next to the garden of the suite. For beach-lovers, the Beach House two bedroom deluxe suite is ideal, situated directly on the beach with a private garden terrace and an outdoor jacuzzi. The Pelican Suite is a relaxing two bedroom suite boasting an elegant private garden setting with beautiful views of the ocean and an exclusive outdoor jacuzzi. The Garden House and La Villa are the only three bedroom suites of the resort. The Garden House offers intimacy and tranquility in a plush garden setting while La Villa stands out with its large secluded outdoor terrace and large swimming pool, perfect for those looking to spend most of their time outdoors, without leaving the premises.

In addition, refurbishments will continue in other areas of the resort, where some bathrooms will be remodeled to provide harmony with the plush tropical environment. Brighter bathrooms, opening onto private outdoor gardens, will allow a more intimate connection to nature. The terraces and outside decks of more than 20 rooms will be revamped and enlarged, providing guests with additional comfort and the ability to enjoy the unique environment and sea views of the resort. The new outdoor furniture will feature the ultimate in comfort: lavish ‘marquise’ armchairs and lounge chairs with plush pillows and elegant coffee tables.

Additionally, many existing rooms and suites will be repainted in soothing white, off-white, pearl, sand and light grey tones, with rare wood elements and soft cotton fabrics. There will be touches of Yardley English-lavender, Acqua di Parma-yellow, Hermes-inspired orange and Tiffany-blue. Overall, the Creole soul and architecture of the property will be maintained but a more natural, subtle style will emerge.

The new and improved fitness room will overlook the lagoon and will be relocated across from the beachfront. The boutique will be moved to where the fitness room is currently located. The kindergarten facility will be moved next to the new boutique, on the beach. Other phases of renovation are scheduled to take place in the upcoming years and more details will be revealed over the next few months.

Nestled in the midst of the Caribbean Sea on a private 16-acre peninsula, The Hotel Guanahani & Spa is a charming, luxurious paradise. The picturesque island of St Barth’s in the French West Indies is a symbol of fine gastronomy and French elegance and this exclusive resort exudes the same spirit. This prestigious 24-year old resort offers a remote setting unlike any other on the island: it features two private beaches, one facing the Atlantic and one facing a quiet lagoon perfect for windsurfing on Marigot Bay. All rooms are housed in private bungalows, surrounded by tropical gardens and facing the sea.

This year’s renovation of the property, which encourages a mix of luxury and intimacy, signals a heightened guest experience.

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The Myrtle Beach Area Offers Autumn Savings This Fall

August 19, 2010 – Myrtle Beach, S.C. – As the summer season fades, vacation season remains throughout the Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina. With average temperatures in the low 70s and a wealth of fall festivities to enjoy, Myrtle Beach welcomes vacationers in need of a post-summer, pre-holiday trip. Setting the scene for a much-needed escape, the Myrtle Beach area offers a vast selection of dining, entertainment, shopping and outdoor activity options. Plus, with a variety of fall-themed lodging and attraction packages to choose from, visitors can easily (and affordably) make the perfect autumn getaway a reality.

- Fall Packages –

Grand Atlantic Ocean Resort

The fall season will bring a Fall Free for All at the Grand Atlantic Ocean Resort. The seasonal package runs from September 6 – December 31, 2010 and offers an average rate of $66 per night (based on a three-night stay in a one-bedroom oceanfront condo.) Additional restrictions and minimum stay requirements may apply. For more information, call 800-852-7032 or visit https://iqrez.iqwareinc.com/reservations/?id=445&systemType=2&packageURLID=5165

Beach Colony Resort

This fall, escape for less with Beach Colony Resort’s Beach and Breakfast Package. The package includes daily breakfast for two in the oceanfront restaurant, plus nightly accommodations in an oceanfront guest suite. Offer valid September 6 – December 1, 2010. Rates start at $62, based on availability. For more information, call 800-222-2141 or visit http://search.iqrez.com/reservations/BeachColony/search/3195/?cmpid=mbfall10.

Carolina Winds

Beginning September 6, visitors who book five nights will enjoy an additional two night stay at no additional cost. This special is valid through December 1, 2010 and is based on availability. For more information, call 800-523-4027 or visit http://search.iqrez.com/reservations/CarolinaWinds/search/4805.

Forest Dunes Resort

This fall, guests who book five nights at Forest Dunes Resort can enjoy a seven night stay at no additional cost. This special is valid from September 6 – December 31, 2010 and is based on availability. For more information, call 800-845-7787 or visit http://search.iqrez.com/reservations/ForestDunes/search/4668.

The Palms Resort

This fall, enjoy Fantastic Fall Savings at The Palms Resort. Guests who book will receive a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. Enjoy one bedroom oceanfront suites or three bedroom oceanfront condos. Offer runs from September 6 – December 1, 2010.  Rates begin at $51, based on availability. For more information, call 800-300-1198 or visit http://search.iqrez.com/reservations/PalmsResort/search/3539.

South Wind on the Ocean

Fall into relaxation with a Fall for the Best Deals autumn getaway at South Wind on the Ocean and receive a Vacation Members Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. Enjoy one and three bedroom oceanfront condos. Offer runs from September 6 – December 1, 2010. Rates begin at $69, based on availability. For more information, call 800-411-1962 or visit http://search.iqrez.com/reservations/SouthWindontheOcean/search/6462.

Jonathan Harbour Resort

From September 7 – November 30, 2010, Jonathan Harbour Resort is offering a Free Nights for Fall package. Stay for three nights and only pay for two this fall at Jonathan Harbour Oceanfront Resort. Certain restrictions and/or minimum stay requirements may apply. The starting rate is $39, based on the average rate of a three-night stay during this special.

For more information, call 800-448-1948 or visit www.jhoceanfront.com.

Oceana Resorts

From September 7 – November 30, 2010, visitors who take advantage of the Fall Ripley’s Special will enjoy discounted accommodations at Oceana Resorts and two free tickets to Ripley’s Aquarium.

• Anderson Ocean Club rates starting at $81.95
• Best Western Carolinian rates starting at $54.95
• Camelot rates starting at $70.95
• Ocean Park rates starting at $54.95
• Patricia Grand rates starting at $57.95

These specials are available Sunday – Thursday only during the dates specified. Rates are subject to availability and other restrictions may apply. No other discounts are valid with these special rates. For more information, call 866-469-7853 or visit http://www.oceanaresorts.com/save/myrtle-beach-fall-spectacular.asp.

The Reef

From September 7 – November 30, 2010, The Reef Resort will offer guests a Free for Fall special with rates starting at $59 (based on date of arrival) plus tax. Guests who stay three nights will receive a fourth night for free in an oceanfront room with a private balcony and choice of a king-sized bed or two beds. Package is based on a three-night minimum length of stay. For more information, call 800-845-1212 or visit www.reefmyrtlebeach.com.

Beach Cove Resort

From August 22 – December 1, 2010, guests who book the Fall Super Saver will save up to 40% at the tropical Beach Cove Resort. Oceanfront suites start from $73 and include daily breakfast for two.  Guests will also receive a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. For more information, call 800-704-3042 or visit http://search.guestdesk.com/reservations/beachcoveresort/search/6504/?cmpid=mbfall10&tollfree=800-704-3042.

Captain’s Quarters Resort

From October 1 – December 1, 2010, Captain’s Quarters Resort is offering a Fabulous Fall Savings promotion. Rates starting at $60 per night include a daily breakfast for two and bowling each day in the resort’s 20 lane bowling and entertainment center. Guests will also receive a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. For more information, call 800-743-8572 or visit https://search.guestdesk.com/reservations/captainsquarters/search/4170/?cmpid=mbfall10

Hotel BLUE

From September 7 – December 1, 2010, Hotel BLUE’s Fabulous Fall Savings package features rates as low as $35 per night in an oceanview room and a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more.  Guests will also receive discounted rates at the 20-lane bowling center & lounge at the sister property, located 1 block away. For more information, call 800-843-3466 or visit http://search.guestdesk.com/reservations/hotelblue/search/8157/?cmpid=mbfall10.

Landmark Resort

From August 28 – December 1, 2010, the Sunshine Shopping Package is offering rates as low as $54 per night for an oceanview room. This fall special includes daily breakfast for two and discount coupons to the Tanger Outlet shopping mall. Guests of Landmark Resort will also receive a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. For more information, call 800-845-0658 or visit http://search.guestdesk.com/reservations/landmarkresort/search/7471/?cmpid=mbfall10.

Ocean Creek Resort

From August 22 – December 1, 2010, guests who book the Fall Super Saver stay at Ocean Creek Resort will receive rates starting at only $53 per night, including daily breakfast for two. Guests will also receive a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. For more information, call 800-849-1148 or visit http://search.iqrez.com/reservations/OceanCreek/search/6506/?cmpid=mbfall10&tollfree=866-849-1148.

Palace Resort

From September 7 – December 1, 2010, guests who book Palace Resort’s Fabulous Fall Savings package will receive rates starting at $39 per night in an angle oceanfront sun suite. Guests of Ocean Creek Resort will also receive a Vacation Member Benefits card with exclusive offers at area restaurants, shopping, entertainment attractions, and more. For more information, call 800-308-7006 or visit https://search.guestdesk.com/reservations/thepalace/search/8178/?cmpid=mbfall10.

Sea Crest Resort

From September 7 – November 30, 2010, Sea Crest Resort is offering a Fall Getaways package. Guests who arrive Sunday or Monday and stay three or more nights will receive two tickets to Brookgreen Gardens or breakfast for two for each morning of their stay. Guests who arrive Sunday or Monday and stay five or more nights will receive two tickets to Brookgreen Gardens, plus a $20 voucher redeemable in the resort’s gift shop or breakfast for two for each morning of your stay. Package rates starting at $45. For more information, call 800-845-1112 or visit www.myrtlebeach-resorts.com/sea-crest.

Sands Resorts

From September 6 – December 31, 2010, Sands Resorts is offering a WOW – FALL! package to Sand Dunes guests. Package starts at $69 daily and includes a daily breakfast buffet for two adults and up to two children. Also includes double room accommodations on the ocean, admission to Hall of Heroes, and use of all recreational amenities at Sands Resorts. SC taxes and resort charges not included. Use promotional code WOW when booking. For more information, call 800-550-6809 or visit www.sandsresorts.com/wow.

Crown Reef Resort

Crown Reef Resort is offering guests a Fall Weekday Special to celebrate the fall season. From August 29 – November 30, 2010, guests who stay three nights will receive a fourth night free in an oceanfront efficiency room with a private balcony. Rates starting at $89 per night for August 29 – October 30, and at $49 per night for October 31 – December 31, 2010. Ask for code FSS. Package pertains to Sunday arrivals only, with a four-night minimum stay. Tax and resort fee not included. Not valid on group, golf or current reservations. Blackout dates: Sept 3, 4, 5, 6, & 15, 2010. For more information, call 866-652-1294

The Myrtle Beach area, popularly known as the Grand Strand, stretches from Little River to Pawleys Island, comprising 12 distinct cities along the South Carolina coast. Home to world-class golf, 60 miles of sandy beaches, an assortment of entertainment and family attractions and Southern hospitality, the Myrtle Beach area presents the quintessential vacation experience.

For additional information on the Myrtle Beach area, visit www.visitmyrtlebeach.com or call (888) Myrtle-1.

For Immediate Release:

Book a trip to the Out Islands of the Bahamas*  by September 15 and travel until December 20, 2010. two  fly free from Nassau Bahamas to the Out Islands

You can’t think of a better way to end the sizzling summer season, then lounging on a gorgeous  uncrowded beach reading a great book, Eat Pray Love enjoying local organic feasts, bonfires on the beach,  and gin clear waters that are perfect for a snorkel adventure. Find this and more at Fernandez Bay Village just book their Barefoot Beach Escape vacation package which takes advantage of FBV gorgeous beach as it offers a day snorkel excursion allowing guests to get to interact with the local sea life, lunch at a local island haunt, add-in a signature FBV seaside dinner buffet, a bonfire night plus a full continental breakfast daily.  Four nights – five days for two, gratuties and taxes included. Summer rates* 1421.00 per night per double occupancy/Winter* rates: $1,566 per night per double occupancy.

(Fine print: Valid for new air-inclusive packages only by calling participating Hotels accepting direct bookings or Bahamas Out Islands Reservation Service based on single or double occupancy. Packages must be booked by September 15, 2010 for travel now through December 22, 2010. Departures must originate from any continental US city only to participating Bahama Out Islands with a minimum of 3 paid nights at participating hotels. Eligible passengers must be booked on the same flight and itinerary. Offer is not valid for group bookings of 10 or more. Offer is subject to availability and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Cancellation of hotel booking will result in cancellation of all associated airline tickets. Cancellation penalties (if any) for both hotel and airline will be the sole responsibility of the passenger. Other restrictions and limitations may apply.)

About: FBV – About: Fernandez Bay Village, Cat Island Bahamas – So you think you have visited the Bahamas.  Think again, as Fernandez Bay Village, located on Cat Island, one of the out islands of the Bahamas is rustic, undiscovered, and un-crowded.  Their one-mile stretch of white sandy beach is lined with tropical Casuarinas Trees, and is the ideal escape for the body, mind & soul. The Tiki Bar, an honor bar, as is their retail store, speaks to the vibe of Fernandez Bay and Cat Island; trusted, friendly, and truly original. FBV is one of the only properties in the Caribbean to offer guests authentic “thatched roof cottages”, plus their alfresco-showers and beachside dining offer a unique Caribbean vibe that has for the most part vanished throughout the Caribbean by tourism overload.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

*New Treatment Alert*
Reflexology with Aura Reading at the White Horses Spa
at The Lodge at Doonbeg

August 10, 2010 (County Clare, Ireland) – The White Horses Spa at The Lodge at Doonbeg in County Clare is offering guests new Reflexology with Aura Reading.

All treatments at the White Horses Spa are inspired by the natural environment of County Clare – think sea salt scrubs, algae wraps, mud masks, wildflower therapies – and now the Reflexology with Aura Reading (75 minutes, €125.00) gets a local Irish accent. Ger Hoyne, one of the talented spa therapists at Doonbeg, and a local of County Clare, uses his special gift of Aura reading to make Reflexology at White Horses Spa an one-of-a-kind experience.

Reflexology utilizes pressure points in the feet to restore the flow of energy throughout the body while promoting deep relaxation. Through reflexology, Ger is able to use his talent to analyze a person’s aura and provide a clear energy reading to help ease energy blocks and restore a person’s chi to a healthy balance.

White Horses Spa at The Lodge at Doonbeg is a world-class sanctuary offering wellness, rejuvenation and muscle therapy. Designed by internationally renowned, Irish-born designer Clodagh, the full-service spa coaxes serenity seekers with an extensive menu of Facial and Body Treatments, Rituals and Massages, along with advanced skincare products from Kerstin Florian.

Rates at The Lodge at Doonbeg start at 190 Euro per night. For more information or to make reservations, please contact (866) DOONBEG (366-6234) or visit www.doonbeggolfclub.com

PRESS RELEASE:

For Immediate release:

Bern, Switzerland

Bellevue Palace, in the capital city of Bern and right next to the Swiss Parliament, has long been a meeting place for politicians, royals, and dignitaries the world over. As the only 5-star hotel in Bern, the hotel’s luxury is renowned, as is its statesmanlike discretion, making it a natural host for world leaders. During WWII, Bellevue Palace was the picture of political neutrality, as was its famed restaurant, La Terasse, serving guests from Axis nations meeting in one half of the restaurant, and those from the Allied Powers in the other.

Queen Elizabeth and Fidel Castro have stayed, to name but a few. It’s said that more planning happens over cigars on La Terrasse than in the Parliament.

Rates start at $303/night.

Nantucket, Massachusetts

The summer crowds have dispersed, hotels aren’t expensive, the shops have sales, and all the restaurants are still open. Beach weather lasts into early fall, then later, a weekend in Nantucket becomes much cozier as hotels make use of in-room fireplaces. Explore the island by bike and stop for a hot ginger rum tea at The Brotherhood. You also may run into John Kerry and wife Teresa Heinz, who have a home on Brant Point.

Stay at the White Elephant, which is the perfect Nantucket inn and home base for a relaxing weekend right in town and just minutes from miles of beaches.

Rates in September start as low as $265.

Liwa Desert, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Tucked away deep in the heart of the Liwa Desert 90 minutes outside of Abu Dhabi International Airport stands the formidable Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara.  Built to resemble the traditional Emirati forts found in this expansive desert, this “Mirage Palace” as it translates, is an explorer’s paradise and this secluded escape is fit for royalty.  The Liwa is part of the world’s largest uninterrupted desert known as the “Empty Quarter,” spanning across four Arab states.  Some of the world’s oldest trade routes can be found in this great expanse, along with towering sand dunes as tall as the Eiffel Tower, and ancient cities buried in sand.

Arabian ritual and tradition are the inspiration for the design of the resort and Emirati sheikhs are known to stay in the resort’s sumptuous villas, whose private entrances and personal butlers are ideal for those in need of a little discretion. And for guests who prefer to arrive by their own helicopter, Qasr Al Sarab boasts its own helipad.

Qasr Al Sarab is offering a Villa Essence Special Package for stays from now until October 29, which includes accommodations in a suite or villa, villa butler service, bottle of Champagne, and daily breakfast. Rates start at $980 for a suite and $1,252 for a one-bedroom villa.

Toronto, Ontario

The Park Hyatt Toronto is a chic hotel in the Yorkville district and sits directly across from the spectacular Royal Ontario Museum and the Michael Lee Chin Crystal. On a landmark corner, guests get the most spectacular views of the city at its only hotel rooftop bar, the legendary Roof Lounge, which is a favorite among local and visiting celebrities. The Roof Lounge boasts Tony Blair and Arnold Schwarzenegger as regulars, and many former Canadian Prime Ministers, including Lester B. Pearson, Pierre Trudeau, and John Turner.

Rates start at $252 this Fall for a Park King

Oracabessa, Jamaica

Miles away from Washington, the iconic Jamaican resort, GoldenEye, was originally home to Ian Fleming and the location where he penned the James Bond Novels. For decades it has been known as THE glamorous hideaway for everyone from Truman Capote to Kate Moss, as well as President Bill Clinton and Senator Hillary Clinton.  This November, the new GoldenEye opens after being closed for two years, featuring a compound of luxurious private villas, suites and cottages with amenities sure to please any president and his first lady.  Politicians can take a break from campaigning and participate in the unique and inspirational activity program led by Iona Wynter, Jamaica’s Olympic tri-athlete with experiences ranging from stretch and snorkel to moonlit yoga. Ideal for those looking to avoid media scrutiny, the property features private beaches, secret lagoons and secluded coves. With a $1,000 donation, guests can plant a tree on property (just like Hillary and Bill!) and support the Oracabessa Foundation which encourages and educates sustainable development in the local community.

Special opening introductory rates start at $448/night.

AUGUST’S SIZZLIN’ NEWS FROM HAWAI’I'S BIG ISLAND

Come to the Big Island and Explore Hawai’i’s Island of Adventure

Hawai’i’s Big Island (Aug. 2, 2010) – Hawai’i’s Big Island could call itself the “Have It All Island” because travelers can have it all here. From mesmerizing adventures like watching molten lava up close or meeting the ghosts who haunt a working ranch, to soft adventures like ATV rides gentle enough for grandma, to international hula competitions, Hawai’i’s Island of Adventure pleases anyone and everyone!

ADVENTURES, ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

New! Legends of Kahua Ghost Tour. Gather round a campfire and “meet” the many men and women who worked and died on the ranch over the years, but whose spirits refuse to leave. A storyteller escorts you around Kahua Ranch, founded in 1928, to the main house, the haunted sheep-shearing shed, and to a historical church. Held Monday nights, $65/ person. Includes paniolo beef stew for dinner. Get your spook on, and call (808) 882-7954.

RideTheRim’s new Tutumobile is Here! Tutus (grandmothers and grandmothers at heart) ride on the new, smooth-riding Polaris six-seat “Ranger.” For $99, your tutu can see Waipi’o Valley from up top. Call (808) 775-1450 or toll-free, (877) 775-1450 or visit www.ridetherim.com.

New Kalapana Updates. The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) is now posting an afternoon status report on lava flow activity near Kalapana in Coastal Puna on the HVO Web site (http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/hvo/activity/kilaueastatus.php). These reports are typically posted by 4:30 p.m. each day, until they are no longer necessary. For more information, visit www.usgs.gov.

Safari Helicopters is now offering its #1 rated “Deluxe Hawaii Volcano Tour” for $179 (plus surcharges and fees). That’s $45 off the regular price of $224. Be entranced as you glide over craters, lava lakes, and glowing skylights. Lush rainforests will leave you speechless along the Hilo coastline. Due to the extreme popularity of this tour, book now online to lock in your reservation. Offer good through 2010, and cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. www.safarihelicopters.com.

Big Island Eco Adventures Zipline Canopy Tour in North Kohala offers a multitude of adventures! Mauka to makai (mountain to ocean) package tours include lodging at Kohala Inn, ziplines, sunset sailing, snorkeling, dining, and more. Check out the variety of offerings at www.bigislandecoadventures.com or call (808) 889-5111.

Looking for more to do? Click www.bigisland.org/calendar for detailed information about additional Hawai’i Island happenings this summer and throughout 2010, like this one:

Fifth Annual Moku O Keawe Hula Festival, Nov. 4-7, 2010 at Waikoloa Beach Resort.  On the big stage, hula halau (troupes) dance in dramatic kahiko (ancient) and ‘auana (modern) competition in the Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens. During the day, cultural workshops and excursions share authentic arts, places, practices and musical instruments of hula. Visit the Made-in-Hawai’i Marketplace and see the final night ho’ike starring workshop students and a special appearance by Merrie Monarch Festival winners O’Brien Eselu and the men of Ke Kai O Kahiki. www.MokuOKeawe.org, (808) 345-9364.

ACCOMMODATIONS

With breathtaking scenery, unforgettable signature holes and championship-caliber course designs, many consider Hawai’i to be a golfer’s heaven. Now, Aston Hotels & Resorts makes it easier to find your piece of paradise with the “Sweet Suite” package. Includes accommodations at the Aston Shores at Waikoloa or the Aston Waikoloa Colony Villas, two rounds of golf at the Waikoloa Beach Golf Course or the Kings’ Course, a $50 Ruth’s Chris Steak House gift card and more! Visit www.AstonHotels.com or call (866) 774-2924.

The Falls at Reeds Island, a sublime, private vacation rental in Hilo is offering special “Mauna Kea Skies – Nowhere Like It in the World” rates, up to 30 percent off, valid through Dec. 14, 2010. A free welcome package highlights Hilo favorites, including fresh flowers, Hilo Coffee Mill coffee, Big Island Candies, Mauna Loa Macadamia nuts, and more. All guests receive free Wi-Fi, interisland and U.S. mainland phone calls. Visit www.reedsisland.com.

Travelers looking for refined condominium accommodations along the Kohala Coast need look no further than Outrigger Hotels & Resort’s recently introduced Kohala Coast Condominium Collection, exclusive two- and three-bedroom townhomes and condominiums in gated enclaves. Choose from expansive living spaces at the luxurious Kolea or Waikoloa Beach Villas in the Waikoloa Beach Resort, or refined accommodations at The Palm Villas and Kulalani in Mauna Lani Resort. Visit www.outrigger.com/kohalacoastcondos.

Save up to 25 percent by Thinking Green at the Holua Resort at Mauna Loa Village. Stay in a lush tropical setting with spacious villas fully furnished with Hawaiian flair.  Each suite features a private lanai with stunning views and tropical breezes.  Fresh towels and trash removal daily; full cleans available at an additional cost. Three-night minimum, rates from $129/night. Visit   http://www.shellhospitality.com/hotels/holua_resort/specials.html?chebs=bivb_holua_specialslisting or call toll-free (866) 678-3230.

Escape the winter blues with Prince Resorts Hawaii’s “Fall Into Winter” promotion. Room rates start at $239/night for an oceanview room with a $50 daily resort credit at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. At Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, room rates start at $409 /night for a mountain view category with a $100 daily resort credit. Credits may be applied to a wide range of amenities including dining, golf, tennis, massages and more. Valid travel dates are Oct. 1 to Dec. 22, 2010.  Blackout dates and some restrictions may apply.  Call (866) PRINCE-6 or visit www.PrinceResortsHawaii.com.

Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa’s “Family Fun 100″ package includes $100 daily resort credit; kids 5 and under eat free with paying adult; kids 6-12 receive 50 percent off regular menu child-size portions; child welcome amenity; and connecting rooms (based on availability). Rooms still available for the Ford Ironman Triathlon Championship in October. Visit www.SheratonKeauhou.com or call (866) 716-8140, promo code: HRF.

Designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, the championship golf course at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is home of an annual PGA Champions Tour event. Want to play it before the January tournament? The Unlimited Golf Package includes luxurious accommodations; unlimited daily golf for two, including use of the driving range and a shared cart; and daily breakfast for two (buffet at Pahui’a or through in-room dining.)  Nightly rates from $910 through Dec, 18, 2010. Visit http://www.fourseasons.com/hualalai/package_detail_2480.html or call (888) 340-5662.

Couples can enjoy their wedding and honeymoon with the Royal Kona Resort’s Ultimate Wedding Package. Package includes five nights in an oceanfront suite plus daily buffet breakfast for two, a beautiful ocean view wedding ceremony with flowers, leis, music, photography, reception dinner, champagne, cocktails, wedding cake, DJ service and more. Package price is $9,999. Book by Dec. 31, 2010, for weddings held by Dec. 31, 2011, and receive $999 off. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Tax not included. Call (808) 930-3243 or visit www.RoyalWeddingsHawaii.com.

Leilani Bed & Breakfast is promoting “Buy Local” as part of its initiative to offer sustainable accommodations. Stay two consecutive days and receive a free local gift. This peaceful, park-like property has many sustainable initiatives and is located in beautiful South Point. Valid through Nov. 1, 2010. Use lbbcof2010 when booking. Visit www.leilanibedandbreakfast.com or call (808) 929-7101.

Big Island Vacation Rentals is offering five percent off any reservation seven nights or more. All vacation rentals are turn-key furnished from luxurious to efficient, and flexible for any budget.  Call toll free (877) 336-6751 to get your vacation underway! www.hawaii-kona.com

Vacation condominiums are going at “Hot Deals” prices starting at just $85 per night for mountain side studios at the Kona Bali Kai. The oceanfront property is just 15 minutes from the restaurants, shops, and attractions that historic Kailua Village in Kona has to offer.  Each condo has its own full kitchen with cookware, private lanai, complimentary parking, and more. For details and bookings, visit www.KonaBaliKai.com or call (800) 367-5004.

The popular Hilo Hawaiian Hotel has been purchased by a hui (group) put together by Castle Resorts & Hotels. Castle, the RAM Corporation, and attorney Rick Fried bought the property from CarVal Investors. The hotel has recently undergone an extensive renovation of Queen’s Court Restaurant, and its impressive banquet and meeting facilities have been upgraded. Castle Resorts & Hotels will continue managing the hotel without impact on current operations. Details available at www.HiloHawaiian.com or by calling (808) 367-5004.

Insiders know that the Bungalows at Mauna Lani are one of Hollywood’s favorite Hawaiian hideaways.  Set amid lush tropical gardens, tranquil fish-filled lagoons with breathtaking views of the crystal-clear Pacific Ocean and surrounding volcanic mountains, the Bungalows offer a private hideaway with the exclusivity and services of a five-star resort. For bookings from Sept. 1 and travel through Dec. 23, 2010, Ocean View Bungalows are $3,300 per night plus taxes & Ocean Front Bungalows are $3,900 per night plus taxes. Visit www.maunalani.com for reservations.

The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, a luxury AAA Four Diamond resort located on the Kohala Coast, is offering a third-night free on any new booking during the holiday season, Dec. 22, 2010 through Jan. 2, 2011.  Complimentary self parking, complimentary daily poolside cooking demonstrations in addition to the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and Santa’s arrival in a koa canoe are just a few of the many festive offerings. Rates from $599/night.  Book by calling the hotel direct toll-free at (800) 845-9905, or visit www.fairmont.com/orchid.

MEETINGS NEWS

King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel has brand-new meeting rooms and a brand-new, all-inclusive Meeting Package.  Book a 10-room minimum and receive a special rate of $165 per night for each attendee which includes a newly renovated room, parking, meeting space, continental breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon break, plus two complimentary room upgrades to ocean view.  For more information contact the Sales Department at (800) 331-6347 or visit http://www.konabeachhotel.com/meetings.htm
KUDOS

Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation won a Gold Medal for the fifth consecutive year with its new crop, Cloud Forest Estate Reserve at the Four Seasons Hualalai’s Cream of the Crop hosted by the Kona Coffee Council. Celebrate with free tours of the mill and roastery and get 15 percent off all merchandise by mentioning the Gold Medal Celebration at the Gift Shop at either location: in Kaloko in North Kona off Hwy. 190 and Kainaliu in South Kona on Hwy. 11. Visit www.mountainthunder.com for info and directions.

For more information on Hawai’i’s Big Island, please visit http://gohawaii.com/big-island

VIRGIN AMERICA AND TWITTER TEAM UP FOR A “FLY FORWARD, GIVE BACK” 24-HOUR FARE SALE: $5 PER BOOKING TODAY DONATED TO CHARITABLE CAUSES

Fares from $39 – and Virgin America Will Donate $5 from Every Direct Booking to Education Causes

San Francisco – August 3, 2010 – Virgin America today teams up with Twitter to launch a 24-hour “Fly Forward, Give Back” Fare Sale.  The airline is encouraging flyers across the nation to grab a seat and retweet, to help raise funds for educational causes.  With sale fares as low as $39* and with Virgin America donating five dollars per booking** over the next 24 hours to education focused nonprofits:  this deal is definitely “retweetable.”  With industry-leading guest service, beautiful design and a host of innovative amenities, Virgin America has captured a list of industry best-in-class awards and has become a favorite among tech-forward flyers since launching service in 2007.

The “Fly Forward, Give Back” Twitter 24-hour fare sale is good for travel across Virgin America’s network between August 24, 2010-November 17, 2010.  Tickets must be purchased between 7:00am PT on August 3, 2010 and 7:00am PT on August 4, 2010.  Main Cabin fares start as low as $39* on short-hauls like Los Angeles (LAX)-San Francisco (SFO) and SFO-Las Vegas (LAS).  Long haul fares start at $109* from New York (JFK)-LAX, Boston (BOS)-SFO and Washington Dulles (IAD)-LAX.   Tickets are on sale today on the airline’s Web site (www.virginamerica.com) and at 1.877.FLY.VIRGIN (1.877.359.8474).***

Virgin America will donate five dollars for every direct booking** made in the “Fly Forward, Give Back” 24-Hour Twitter Fare Sale to education focused nonprofits.   Virgin America will donate up to $50,000 today – and 100 percent of the donation will go to KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) Classroom Projects on DonorsChoose.org.  DonorsChoose.org is an online charity that makes it easy for anyone to help students.  Virgin America is an ongoing supporter of the KIPP network, which operates free, open-enrollment, college-prep public schools in under-resourced communities.  For more about KIPP, visit: www.kipp.org.  For more on DonorsChoose.org, visit: www.donorschoose.org

Virgin America offers unrivalled value with low fares and innovative features like touch-screen seatback entertainment, power outlets, mood-lighting and custom-designed leather seating with a deeper, more comfortable pitch.  In May 2009, Virgin America became the first airline to offer guests in-flight internet on every flight. Last month, the airline took the top honors for the third year running as “Best Domestic Airline” in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Annual World’s Best Awards readers’ survey. For more: www.twitter.com/virginamerica

Fly Forward, Give Back fares include:

Virgin America offers over 100 flights a day and flies to:  San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Washington D.C., Seattle, Las Vegas, San Diego, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Toronto and starting on October 6, 2010 – Orlando.  Virgin America has flown more than nine million guests since its inaugural flights in August 2007.

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Media Contacts: Virgin America, Abby Lunardini (650) 533-7576 / abby.lunardini@virginamerica.com

EDITORS NOTE: Virgin America is a U.S.-controlled and operated airline and is an entirely separate company from Virgin Atlantic. Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group is a minority share investor in Virgin America.

About Virgin America: Headquartered in California and launched in August 2007, Virgin America is one of the fastest growing new U.S. airlines of all time and currently employs over 1600 people.  Virgin America offers guests attractive fares and a host of innovative features aimed at reinventing air travel.  The airline’s base of operations is San Francisco International Airport’s International Terminal. The airline’s new aircraft offer interactive in-flight entertainment systems and power outlets near every seat for electronic gear.  Virgin America offers in-flight internet service on every flight and hosts the largest in-flight entertainment library in the North American skies via the touch-screen Red™ seatback platform.  In addition to a 30-film library including Oscar winners, foreign language films and Hollywood blockbusters, Red features live TV, videogames, seat-to-seat chat, 3,000 MP3s, music videos, interactive Google maps and more.  In just three years flying, Virgin America was named “Best Domestic Airline in the Condé Nast Traveler 2008 and 2009 Readers’ Choice Awards and “Best Domestic Airline” in Travel + Leisure’s 2008, 2009 and 2010 World’s Best Awards.  For more: www.virginamerica.com

* Terms and Conditions: All Main Cabin fares are one-way and require a 14-day advance purchase. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Fare sale starts 7:00am PDT August 3, 2010. Tickets must be purchased by 7:00am PDT August 4, 2010. Travel must occur between August 24, 2010 and November 17, 2010. Quoted sale fares are valid for travel between August 24, 2010 and October 5, 2010 only. Higher sale fares exist for travel between October 6, 2010 and November 17, 2010. For travel August 24, 2010 to October 5, 2010 fares are not valid for travel on Fridays and Sundays.  For travel October 6, 2010 to November, 17 2010 fares are not valid for travel on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays. Service to/from Orlando (MCO) begins on October 6, 2010. Seats are limited, subject to availability, and may not be available on all flights. Flights may not operate daily during off-peak periods. Changes or cancellations can be made for a $75 fee if changes are made on Virgin America’s website (www.virginamerica.com) or a $100 fee through all other channels, including the call center and at the airport, plus any increase in fare, if applicable. Changes or cancellations of a booking made with Elevate Points will be subject to a $75 redeposit fee. Guests who no-show without a change or cancel prior to the scheduled departure time will forfeit the amount of this fare. In addition, any future flights booked in the same reservation will also be canceled and the fare will be forfeited. Tickets purchased from Virgin America through our reservation call center will cost an additional $15 per guest per itinerary. Any added cost associated with purchasing tickets from Virgin America through our reservation call center will be non-refundable. Fares do not include Passenger Facility Charges of up to $9 each way, September 11th Security Fees of up to $5 each way and a Federal Segment Tax of $3.70 per domestic segment. A segment is a takeoff and landing. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly or partially used ticket.  Fares, routes, fees and schedules are subject to change without notice. Virgin America will accept one (1) piece of checked baggage up to 70 pounds for $25 for each ticketed guest. The fee per guest for each additional checked bag up to 50 pounds from the second (2) to the tenth (10) is $25. Additional fees apply to baggage exceeding these weight limitations, and other baggage restrictions may apply.

** Virgin America will donate $5 per booking to Twitter’s charitable nonprofit partners (up to a total of 10,000 bookings – with total donation amount not to exceed $50,000)  for fares booked from August 3, 2010 at 7:00am PT-August 4, 2010 at 7:00am PT made directly with Virgin America (through its Web site or Call Center).  A booking is a reservation for a guest, either one-way or round-trip, to travel on a single journey.

***Any guest calling within the United States has access to a complimentary telecommunication relay service by dialing 711. For more information, go to: http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing/telecomm.asp