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Australian Vacations

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:23:00 +0000

As the world’s smallest continent, yet 6th largest country, Australia offers a variety of landscapes including golden beaches, lush rainforests, green lagoons, snow-capped mountains, and desert abundant with wildlife.
America's Vacation Centre America's Vacation Center (AVC) is a family-owned business that traces its roots back to a Hawaiian travel company owned by the founders during the 1960s. Today, AVC is one of the leading travel agencies in North America and beyond and is one of the world's largest American Express Travel Representatives. Whether you want a cruise, package vacatioin, tailored made vacation AVC know Australia and have great deals.

About Australia About Australia is an Australian travel guide including tours, accommodation, events, and Australian travel information, if you're interested in the Australian way of life or want the facts about Australia, you'll find everything you need right here! They have
* Guides
* Accommodation
* Attractions
* Tours
* Events
* Transport
* Maps
* Shopping
* Parks
* Facts
* Jobs

Mayflower Tours A trip overseas is a journey filled with history, culture and companionship to places you always dreamed to someday visit. With Mayflower’s expertise, knowledge and buying power, they have created value-packed tours to some of the most popular international destinations. Discover the world and take your journey of a lifetime today!
14 Days • 9 Meals
"Join us as we explore “the land down under,” a world of sophisticated cities and magnificent landscapes, where warm, friendly “Aussies” are waiting to welcome you. " 2009
Depart USA per person twin September 12, 19 $1,817

Tour Vacations To Go Since 1984, Vacations To Go has worked with the best tour operators in the world. You'll find the lowest authorized prices for their tour packages on this site, along with every discount, deal, and special promotion they offer. Just some of the tours on offer are:

5 Day East Coaster 5 Scenic
Learn to Dive 5 Contiki
7 Day Wildflower Wonders 7
Larapinta Trail 7 Intrepid
Native Australia 2009-2010 7 Contiki
Rainforest Adventure 2009-2010 7 Contiki
Spirit Of The Kimberley 7 Intrepid
8 Day Sydney Vacation 2009 8

Venture Wine Tours Australia is pleased to offer a unique opportunity to enhance your tour even further by choosing one a wine experts to travel with. Their guides all have their own special interest and would be happy to share them with you. While each specialise in their own geographical regions, they are able to act as your wine host in any of the major wine regions of Australia. If you are a wine buff then this is the company for you.

Qantas Vacations Australia is made up of 6 states and 2 territories. Each of these areas offers a different Australian experience. From the big cities to the Outback or Great Barrier Reef there is much to explore. Enjoy memorable wildlife experiences or relax on an island resort. For the more adventurous travel let us take you off the beaten track to some of the more unusual places that Australia has to offer. Let Qantas Vacations help you experience the best downunder!

Vacations by Rail The Ghan. It's an odd name for a train but in Australian history it is a living legend. The legend has soared to new heights with the extension of The Ghan journey to Darwin. When The Ghan first departed Adelaide for Alice Springs, it was always intended that it would one day travel through to Darwin. More than 70 years on, that dream has become reality. The Ghan is the ultimate journey through the heart of the continent. It really is one of the great train journey in the world.

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Casino - why take a gamble, we have the answers

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 03:55:00 +0000

If you are looking for a vacation that includes all the fun of Casinos, here are a few suggestions.
RedWeek.com Casino Timeshare Vacations. Make plans to visit some of the world's best casino gambling destinations with the help of this guide. Find timeshares in Las Vegas, NV Las Vegas, Nevada, Atlantic City, Reno, Nevada, Paradise Island, Bahamas and Harrah's Casinos

Discount Hotels .com
For action-packed fun and excitement, there is nothing quite like taking a gambling vacation and betting it all (or at least a little) at an over-the-top, sensational casino. Whether poker, blackjack or the slots are your game, there are numerous, fabulous destinations for gamblers to indulge their passion and splurge their dollars. Whether you plan to try your hand at always-exciting Las Vegas, long to journey to new hotspot Macau or maybe only travel to the closest place with a table, DiscountHotels is sure to have a great room at a winning price no matter your destination.

American Airline Vacations Ready to indulge in a vacation? Make plans to stay at the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, where you’ll receive a $50 cocktail credit, $50 casino credit and one in-room breakfast for two. Choose from two distinctive options: The Renaissance Marina Hotel offers romantic, adult only lodging while the Renaissance Ocean Suites is family friendly. Both Renaissance Aruba resort options have pools and feature access to 40 acres of private beach on Renaissance Island. Book your getaway now and take advantage of this special offer.

Beach Destinations .com
El San Juan Hotel and Casino - Hotel Highlights:
Fashionable resort beachfront on Isla Verde with extravagant pool complex and lush gardens. Added Value! Children 16 and under, stay free of charge when sharing adult room with existing bedding

4 nights w/Air from $735.00*
(plus air taxes of $46.20) - as priced for travel on Aug 11

Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino In the heart of The Strip lies a place where cascading waterfalls, crystal clear swimming pools and magnificent views entice your senses at every corner. That world is the Monte Carlo. A world influenced by the French aristocrats, where rich and comfort elope. Prepare to be amazed, not only by the cuisine in the seven delectable restaurants, but by a casino so grand you'll think it's an illusion by Master Magician Lance Burton.

Carnival City Casino & Entertainment World
Carnival City forms part of Sun International. That means you can expect nothing less than the highest level of service and enjoy superior entertainment. Escape to Gauteng’s premier gambling destination, Johannesburg’s light fantastic, a glittering festival for the senses, a thrill a second, a wonderland of games where fun comes in every shade of a neon rainbow. Welcome to the pantheon of play, Carnival City.

Casino Niagara Opened on Dec 9, 1996, Casino Niagara features over 96,000 sq ft of gaming space with a total of 123 gaming tables and over 3000 slot machines. Tables are accessible for persons with disabilities. Casino Niagara offers a wide assortment of gaming tables such as:
Dice.jpg - 1.07 KBlackjack - 78 tables
Roulette - 17 tables
Mini Full Size Baccarat (12 players) - 6 tables
Baccarat (9 players) - 2 tables
Mini Baccarat (7 players) - 2 tables
Caribbean Stud Poker - 6 tables
Big Six - 2 tables
Pai Gow Poker (Chinese Poker) - 4 tables

Amusement Parks - have we got a ride for you!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 02:57:00 +0000

There are loads of sites that specialise in Amusement Parks. We have listed just a few to wet your appetite.

Visit Idaho Idaho's amusement parks are full of fun for the whole family. Play in a moonlight golf tournament, see a magic show, cruise a lagoon in a paddleboat. Idaho's amusement parks are game for anyone who wants to have some fun.

Johnny Jet.com This is the place where travel experts share their tips and expertise to make you the expert. It's also a place to have fun, explore, learn and just kick back. From A-Z and amusement park in-between, a good portal with a comprehensive list of parks.

Alabama Travel Recreational opportunities abound throughout Alabama, from the sugar–white sands of the Gulf Coast beaches to the majestic mountains of North Alabama. You'll find some of the best biking trails in the South and ample sites for camping, hiking, rock climbing and watching wildlife.

Virginia Beach Amusements of America Carnival - Hampton Coliseum. Amusements of America is one of the nation's premier carnival operators. They are listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest traveling amusement park in the world.
Busch Gardens - Williamsburg Busch Gardens welcomes Sesame Street! When you're visiting Virginia Beach, you might want to consider taking one day to visit Busch Gardens in Williamsburg. Less than an hour away from the beach (I64 allowing), you and the entire family will be able to enjoy thrills and spills, rides and slides, fun and sun --- and so much more.

123World.com Welcome to the ultimate source of authentic and reliable information about the Amusement Parks and Theme Parks on the net. The links in this directory will guide you to the official sites of the Amusement Parks and Theme Parks you are looking for. Click on the respective alphabet to begin your search for a particular Amusement Park or a Theme Park or scroll down to the appropriate section beginning with that alphabet. Once you click on the link, it will directly take you to the official homepage of the particular Amusement Park or the Theme Park.

Theme Park City USA Theme Parks, Amusement Parks, Waterparks, and Zoos. From parks in Alabama too Wyoming, it's here.

Are We there Yet? This is jam-packed with amusement parks, with everything from indoor "sport centers" to theme parks for toddlers, to small amusement parks with classic rides and giant parks with the latest high-tech, hair-raising adventures. The listings here give a brief description of each park, and provide phone numbers for further details.There are thousands of suggestions for

amusement parks, ticket on line sites and much, much at
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Good deals for vacations in Maui.

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 02:29:00 +0000

Maui hosts the largest dormant volcano crater in the world. Lahaina was Hawaii's capital before 1845, and still has some of the atmosphere of an old whaling town. Nearby are the Kaanapali and Wailea resort areas and golf courses. Hana and Iao Valley draw many visitors. With white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, Maui is ideal for sunbathing, snorkeling and snoozing! But once you have gotten enough sun, Maui is also a great place for shopping and sightseeing.

SunMex Vacations Their travel advisors are master specialists certified from the Hawaii visitor's bureau. They visit Maui, inspect the hotels and take the tours to provide updated information to our clients. They have weekly deals for Maui. Before they quote any Maui vacation package, they compare prices with every tour operator serving the departure city and provide the lowest price available. The Maui deals are updated every Friday.

123World.com Finding a Maui hotel, a vacation package, or a vacation rental, is easy when you use their site's resources. The site has many special hotel deals for Maui. They also have a section for Top Restaurants, Top spots for Weddings and Top Tours of Maui. An easy to use site offering a great resource.

International Circuit unbiased travel reviews for top vacation destinations. They have a helpful section for quick reference for Maui:

Hotels: Online hotel reservations and reviews
Shopping: Find out where to go shopping
Restaurants: Where to go for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks
Attractions: Info about the top tourist attractions
Tours: Tours for individuals and groups

Classic Vacations provides perfectly tailored vacation experiences for discerning travelers. For nearly 30 years, all types of travelers – individuals, couples, families and groups – have trusted us to plan memorable and enriching vacations to the world’s great destinations. They have personal travel advisors, best properties available, extras, upgrades, exclusive deals and customer support throughout your trip. Classic Vacations have selected the best Hawaii hotel and resort specials so that you can be assured your vacation is of the highest quality and value.

Great Hawaii Vacations Theirur knowledge of Hawaii is unsurpassed. Whether you're looking for a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, pure romance, golf or surf adventures, Great Hawaii Vacations designs itineraries, travel and accommodations just for you. They work with you person-to-person. Deals for Maui include:

Aston Kaanapali Shores
Outrigger Maui Eldorado Resort
Royal Lahaina Hotel
Aston Mahana at Kaanapali
ResortQuest Mahana
Kaanapali Beach Hotel W
Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
Sheraton Maui Resort

The Hotel Hana-Maui hotel and resort offers world-class luxury Hawaii vacations, special packages, and romantic accommodations. Lovingly restored in 2002, the intimate 70-room luxury Hotel Hana-Maui is known for its location that offers not only seclusion but also incomparable beauty. There are spacious suites with patios, located in bungalow style guestrooms, and the romantic plantation style Sea Ranch cottages located on a seaside bluff with dramatic ocean and mountain views from decks, many have private spa tubs. If you are thinking of holding your weddings or honeymoons, looking for a spa retreat or wanting to hold your business meetings this hotel can offer it all.

Hawaii Search has hundreds of the best Hawaiian Islands sites covering all the islands of Hawaii including Oahu, Maui, Lanai, Kauai, Big Island of Hawaii and Molokai. Find complete and comprehensive travel information in order to plan for your very special Hawaiian Islands vacation in paradise. It has great coverage of what is on offer on the island and a good place to look if you are planning your next vacation.

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Road Trips - the quintessential American Vacation.

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:49:00 +0000

Road Trips - the quintessential American Vacation. When was the last time you ventured out on the open road?

BudgetTravel.com What a great idea. This site has One-Tank Escapes for Six Cities. These six drives are real getaways, even if they take you only a few hours from home.
They also have a great section for interactive maps.
Suggested Day Trips:

Tyler, Tex. 98 miles from Dallas
Whidbey Island, Wash. 25 miles from Seattle
Lake Rabun, Ga. 104 miles from Atlanta
Joshua Tree, Calif. 140 miles from Los Angeles
Plum Island, Mass. 42 miles from Boston
Great River Road, Mo. 88 miles from St. Louis

Arkansas Tourism Official Site
Here's one for the biker in you. Motorcycling in Arkansas. Arkansas is one of five states that noted travel writer Gary McKechnie added to his “Great American Motorcycle Tours.” Arkansas’s six geographic regions offer bikers diverse topography and scenery.
Don't have a bike or didn't bring yours? Maybe you just want to hop on a Harley or a Honda for a weekend drive. Check out EagleRider of Central Arkansas Rentals and Tours in Cabot and Pig Trail Harley-Davidson/Buell in Rogers. You can also download a “Let’s Ride” brochure of classic routes across the state. Or sign up for their Motorcycling News e-newsletter.

TexasEscape.com

If you have always wanted to experience a road trip in Texas then you have come to the right place.
Texas’ state highways are some of the most interesting ways to travel. They pass through—not go around—interesting communities of every sort. The towns are both beautiful—sometimes (and sometimes not so beautiful)—and often historically interesting.

The two longest state highways in Texas are Highway 16 and Highway 6. Both cut across scenic and historically significant parts of the state...

For more details on on road trips in Texas see TexasEscap e.com

DiscoverFrance.net Looking to go further afield? What about a French Road Trip? Explore great destinations. Just designate the amount of time you want to drive and enter the ZIP code you want to start from. Road Trips will search out cities in all directions based on your request, and provide you with an exciting selection of hotels, attractions and maps.

TrekAmerica

Trek offers active holidays!
If you are wanting a road trip with a mix of wilderness hiking, whitewater rafting and horseback riding then Trek America can offer tours and adventures. From softer adventures which mix cities, small villages and National Parks to higher levels of adventure in Alaska & Mexico. Many of their itineraries are ideal for first time visitors to North America, while others have been designed with the return visitor in mind.

TripConnect.com
Planning a short weekend getaway? Driving across the US? Renting a car and Europe and going Country hopping? Do you drive south for the winter? Do you own an RV? College road trip? Driving 400 miles to see your favorite band or baseball team? If you enjoy taking road trips for your vacations then consider joining TripConnect's Road Trip group.

The Beat
Low Budget Getaway with Big Budget Views in the Adirondacks.
If you’re still on the fence about whether or not you can and want to take a summer vacation - Low Budget Getaways with Big Budget Views to New York’s Adirondack Region maybe just the excuse you need to get away. The Adirondack Region is within a days drive for 60 million North Americans - and within a half days drive for several metro areas, including NYC, Montreal and Boston. So get out of the city and explore the wilds of New York’s back country. Vacation packages allow families on a budget to travel and explore the Adirondacks without breaking the bank.

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South America - vactaions of a lifetime!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:05:00 +0000

The dense Amazon rainforest. The jagged spires of the Andes Mountains. Tropical beaches. Towering waterfalls. With this kind of nature all around, it's no wonder why Central and South America have become nearly synonymous with exciting and exoctic vacations. The cloud forests of Costa Rica, the birds and animals of Belize, the otherworldly Amazon rainforest, Ecuador's Galapagos Islands, Argentina's 22,834-foot Mount Aconcagua, Chile's Class V Rio Futaleufu, Mayan ruins hidden in the jungles of Guatemala, Peru's Machu Picchu... There is an endless variety of things to see and do in Central and South America. Here are just some sources from our unique search engine.

Atlas Cruise and Tours Tauck's South America From the vast canyonlands of Mexico, to the unique wildlife of the Galápagos and the rainforests and volcanoes of Costa Rica, Tauck’s South America travel adventures offer great diversity for your perfect choice of dream vacations! Visit Machu Picchu and cruise to the Galápagos Islands. For wildlife lovers, visit countries where howler monkeys, toucans, and giant tortoises call home. Experience the traditional cultures of the Kuna, Choco, and Tarahumara. Walk in the footsteps of the Incas and Spanish Conquistadors in Peru, Bolivia and Mexico. From private, family-hosted dinners to à la carte dinners offering a true taste of the region, cooking demonstrations to in-depth lectures by naturalists, train journeys to expeditionary cruising – Tauck's South America travel is, quite simply, the best!
TravelWizard.com
Here we have the best of the best South America luxury hotels and resorts. Exciting luxury tours, Antarctic & Arctic tours. Enjoyable cruises and honeymoons. Great Antarctica cruise specials. Argentina bicycling vacations. Galapagos Islands cruise vacation tours. You'll find everything here you need for a great South America vacation except the sunscreen! Se habla espanol.
Latin Trails. com. Latin Trails offers up several suggestions for tours around Latin America. They customize tours to fit clients’ specific needs. Choose to focus on one country, or why not do a multi-country tour where you can visit the highlights of each destination, for example, you may combine a Galapagos cruise with a tour of Machu Picchu. For more informaiton see their website.
Globus Journey South & Central America Vacations. Sample the unique cultures of Central America & South America during these thrilling escorted tours to Costa Rica, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, the Galapagos Islands & the Amazon. In Central America, sample the scenic beauty of Costa Rica and tour a banana plantation before reaching Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica’s national park dedicated to protecting endangered turtles. In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil visit Sugar Loaf Mountain and the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning Corcovado Mountain. You’ll also be able see Iguassu Falls from the Brazilian side. In Buenos Aires, Argentina, tour the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, the burial site of Eva Peron, before heading down to Bariloche in Patagonia and taking a chairlift ride to Cerro Campanario. These South America tours are filled with memories to last a lifetime.
Adventure Life is committed to providing quality small group tours that have a positive impact on the local culture and environment. Groups-size is kept to a minimum, welcoming a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Each tour is designed to present the best of each region, at the same time allowing freedom and flexibility for the unexpected and unpredictable that make each tour, each destination, unique. Their goal is to provide a fun and exciting holiday, while creating a better understanding between travelers and our wonderful hosts.

Footlose SOUTH AMERICAN ADVENTURE
Multi-Activity 25 days from SANTIAGO to BUENOS AIRES
Departure Months: Jul 09-Mar 10
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS!!
* 4x4 Tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats
* Amazing wildlife in Brazil's Pantanal wetlands
* Breathtaking Iguacu Waterfalls

SURTREK offers everybody the possibility to get to know the most charming areas of South America. They offer you eco-tours and adventure tours to Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil. South America is an excellent continent for travelling. Its size and great variety offers something for everybody. There are also a lot of opportunities to go off the beaten track where visitors are still rare.

The continent has many different Indian cultures and rich colonial heirs. The population creates a cultural mosaic of indigenous tribes and immigrants from Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. The tours lead you for example into the original jungle regions of Brazil (Pantanal) or to the animal world of Galápagos, as well as the impressive Inca ruins of Machu Picchu. For mountain bike fans they offer unforgettable moments crossing the high lands of South America. If interested in trekking you can get to know the wonderful nature or have the biggest fun with rafting. They really have something for everyone.

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Golfing in Florida - some of the best on offer

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:33:00 +0000

Florida has only slightly fewer golf courses than palm trees — more than 1,200 at last count. That's more than any other state in the union, and more than most countries and some continents.

Vacation Ideas: Florida Vacation VacationIdea.com features thousands of travel ideas, complete with photos and travel tips. Their content is categorized by travel themes such as golf, health spas, romantic getaways, cruises, honeymoon vacations and island escapes eg Doral Golf Resort and Spa Relax at the health spa and play golf on five championship courses at this 650-resort near Miami, Florida.

TravelGolf.com Florida resorts offer some of the best golf vacation options in the world. Tim McDonald ranks the cream of the crop, led by Doral in Miami, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, the Innisbrook near Tampa, the Ritz-Carlton in Naples, and Amelia Island Plantation. No matter where you enter Florida — via Interstate-10 in the west, I-75 in the north/central, I-95 in the northeast, or even on the beach from Cuba — you will run into a golf course sooner or later, and probably sooner. If you are wanting a gold course in Florida reviewed, then this is the site you need to visit.

Hilton Worldwide Resorts Hilton Sandestin Beach, Golf Resort & Spa, Florida. 2,400 acres of golf, spa and family fun beside pristine beaches and clear green waves. For a self indulgent holiday, with all your needs taken care of, you can expect the best at this Hilton resort.

South Florida Golf Resort The Boca Raton Resort has a rich history and tradition as one of the finest golf resorts in Florida. Dating back to the times when PGA professionals Sam Snead and Tommy Armour held positions on staff, this exclusive Boca Raton golf resort has always sought to offer a unique, exclusive and luxurious year-round golf experience. Featuring two 18-hole championship courses including the signature Resort Course, the Dave Pelz Scoring Game School and a variety of other select facilities and services, the beautifully maintained links deliver the perfect blend of history, amenities, luxuries and challenges for your next Florida golf resort vacation.

My Resorts Networks Golf Resorts. Are you looking for a golf vacation? Packages for Myrtle Beach, Ireland, Florida, California, Hawaii and more are here. You can rent a resort directly from the owner on this website. Do you want to rent a cheap condo for your favorite sport? These are all vacation rentals at timeshares on or near a golf course (some are resorts with courses and some are close to a course) This is your chance to play an stay near some of the nicest courses in the world.

The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club -- The Signature Choice Of Orlando Golf Resorts...
Experience a challenging and beautiful Orlando golf course with unprecedented personal attention. When you are a guest at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Orlando, Grande Lakes you will experience the thrill of an 18-hole, par-72 Greg Norman Signature Golf Course, set in a natural world of wonder and seclusion. Set within the pristine Headwaters of the Florida Everglades and surrounded by magnificent pines, palmettos, and live oaks, this distinguished Orlando golf resort offers a luxury experience unlike any other in the area.

The Ponte Verdra Inn and Club Golf has been a way of life in Ponte Vedra Beach since the Inn & Club introduced the first course to the area in 1928. Today, Ponte Vedra is recognized as one of the golf capitals in the East. Just steps from the ocean, the resort offers two picturesque 18-hole courses, each with its own distinct seaside links flavor. Meandering lagoons, undulating fairways, elevated Bermuda greens protected by steep-faced bunkers, and a prevailing seabreeze provide for every kind of shotmaking challenge imaginable. All fourteen clubs are required here!

If golf is your thing, then Florida is the place for you.
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Study abroad and expand your worldview.

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Thu, 28 May 2009 02:18:00 +0000

Why Study Abroad? The most obvious reason why students study abroad is to earn academic credit. You should consider the type of credit you will earn on your study abroad program. Will you earn credit towards your major or elective credit only? Will you receive grades or pass/fail credit only? You may study abroad to earn upper division credits in your major field, or you may be overseas to earn some of your core or general education hours your freshman year. We have complied a few sites that might just make clearer for you.

Student Universe The online travel service that enables students to travel for less. By negotiating with the major airlines on their behalf, StudentUniverse provides students with exclusive, significantly discounted airfares. From destination guides to a proprietary booking engine, StudentUniverse is the leading online resource that allows students to research and purchase reduced-cost travel products online.
Global Student Experience (GSE) : GSE offers summer, quarter, semester, and year-long study abroad programs in Europe, Australia, and South America. Expand your college education by studying in Barcelona, Granada, Paris, Florence, London, Sydney, and Buenos Aires.

GrownUpCamps.com Online since 1995, this is one of Internet's most comprehensive summer camp resource guide and online camp directory of summer camps, day camps, overnight camps, special needs camps, sport camps, sailing camps, special interest camps, art camps, music camps, teen tours, adventure camps, holiday camps, religious camps, basketball camps, volleyball camps, football camps, soccer camps, baseball camps, family camps, camps for rent/lease, and more! OK ... get the point they have a camp for you. Summer camps in all 50 United States, Canada and Mexico, South America, Central America, The Caribbean, Europe, Australia, Oceania, Asia and Africa.

Study Abroad Programs in France : On their site you will find listings for 177 institutions and organizations offering study abroad programs in France. The majority of these are sponsored by colleges and universities throughout the U.S., in addition to a number of independent organizations and agencies, a few of which are based in France. Finally, four of the listings represent programs for students at the secondary school level (AACE, AFS, Choate Rosemary Hall, and School Year Abroad). Nearly half of the schools represented offer programs in Paris, while the remainder are distributed in cities throughout "provincial" France. If it is France you are wanting to experience, you cannot go past this site.

WordPress.com Open source WordPress has been incredibly successful and risen from a handful of users to the most-used blog tool in its category. They have a really useful section called Blogs About: Study Abroad. This is a great way to keep up to date with offers on International Study Programs such as "Applications for 2009 Fall Qtr/Winter Break Cambodia Study Abroad Program - couple of spaces in this unique Winter Break Cambodia program!! Please let your students know! Questions, please contact Prof. Tracy Harachi at tharachi@u.washington.edu

BootsnAllTravel Study Abroad and Travel. This is a marvelouse site for tips on studying abroad and doing it your own way. "In virtually any topic of study, there are under-traveled areas of the world that would be beneficial. However, many of these places lack established programs for formal study abroad, and thus, there is no way to reap the benefits of these exotic, educational places. It’s overwhelming to have to work through the Study Abroad path with all the paperwork and bureaucratic mess of most schools. Even after you work through it all, you typically end up in a sort of touristy setting, or find your program of study to be too rigid in structure to actually learn and be involved in the local environment (which would seem to be the point of going abroad)." It is sound advice. And there is more suggestions on how to organise your study and where to study.

STA Travel USA Study abroad, work abroad, volunteer or go Round the World with STA! All four options provide an incredible way to experience life in a foreign culture for an extended amount of time. Studying gives a new perspective on college life and your major. Working gives you the power to pay for your travels as you go. Volunteering provides the opportunity to help a community in need. Round the World tickets are an exciting way to see everything you've dreamed of on your own terms. Take a look at your options here and let STA help you get there!

Go on... you know you want to do it.
If you don't study abroad now, you just may never get the chance again.
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Adrenalin Junkie - here we go...

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:20:00 +0000

OK here we go. We have search our data base for the wackiest and wildest adventures. Start packing and hold on...

Nicaragua.com The Adrenalin Rush of Volcano Boarding
Volcano boarding down the slopes of the Volcano Cerro Negro near the city of León starts off with a 45 minute drive to the base of the volcano along some very picturesque roads, passing through settlements of friendly people. Participants climb with their guide along a winding pathway to a look-out point at the top of the volcanic crater, which allows a stunning view over the entire volcanic chain right through to San Cristobal in the distance. Many of these volcanoes in Nicaragua are considered to be active and deep rumbling noises can be heard from time to time. Volcano boarding is done down the outside of the volcano, but intrepid travelers can climb down into the steaming crater of the volcano if they dare!

AfricanAdrenalin.com have a series of awesome tours
Cape to Vic Falls Explorer An epic journey through Namibia, Botswana and Zambia covering Fish River Canyon, the wildlife in Etosha Pan National Park, the Okavango Delta, Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert and the awesome Victoria Falls!

Botswana Wildside Safari through the wilderness of Botswana. Experience the vast Magadikgadi pans, the Okavango Delta by traditional dug-outs and the abundant wildlife of Moremi game reserve. Explore Chobe NP by boat and enjoy wonderful views of Victoria Falls.

Zambia and Botswana Untamed Rivers Explore the wilderness areas of central southern Africa, canoe the mighty lower Zambezi River, game drive in Kafue NP and witness the awesome Victoria Falls. Open 4WD game drives, bush walks, in the unexplored interior!

Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique Trade Route
Sunway Expedition Safari!! Journey through the heart of the wild continent, from Zambia through Malawi and down the Mozambique coast to South Africa. A diverse and fascinating journey along the old trade routes!

Trek Australia Whitsundays Adventure - Northern Exposure Adrenalin Rush. If your focus is on adventure, participation, education, and the natural environment then this package is the one for you! Ocean Rafting run excellent and exciting day trips that appeal to the adventurous and adrenalin junkies. This package is a perfect option for anybody short on time and who still wants to experience the best the Whitsunday Islands have to offer.

DoSomethingDifferent.com - Adrenalin Sports
Las Vegas Top Gun Flight
Ever dreamt of becoming a jet fighter pilot? Make that dream become a reality on this mesmerising jet fighter plane flight. Fire-up the engines and enjoy the ultimate thrill of great speeds, 360° barrel rolls and high-g turns.

Kennedy Space Center- Astronaut Training Experience. Train to be a Spaceman! The Astronaut Training programme at Kennedy Space Center gives you the closest possible experience to training for a space flight. This amazing half day experience is a must for all space enthusiasts!

Hollywood Top Gun Flight
Quite simply, this is a never to be forgotten, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Take to the Californian skies in an L-39 Jet Fighter Plane and experience high speeds and exhilarating manoeuvres as you play the role of fighter pilot.

Richard Petty- Ride Along Experience
Feel the force as you are thrust back into your seat riding alongside a professional instructor in a 2-seat NASCAR-style race car. Your 3 lap burn around the track provides the unmissable experience of a 3-lap NASCAR-style qualifying run.

Richard Petty - Rookie Experience
Your foot is now on the gas as you hop into the driver's seat for 8 laps around the speedway in a 358 cubic inch V-8 NASCAR-style race car roaring with 600 horsepower! The programme can last for up to half a day; the memories last a lifetime!

Face Adrenalin - the worlds biggest bungy. Bloukrans is officially recognised by Guinness World Records as being the World’s Highest Bungy Jump at a whooping 216 m high! A proud record for South Africa and particularly, the Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route.

Want more adrenalin?

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Last Minute Deals - bargains galore!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 15 May 2009 03:51:00 +0000

If you are looking for a great value for money vacation, there are may sites that specialise in Last Minute Deals. We have listed just some of them. For more ideas visit Travelbeen.com

HOTFARES.com The best source for discounted travel. Their search engine looks in more than 20 travel sites for low fares, accommodation and car hire. They literally have hundreds of last minute deals on offer from all over the USA to Europe and Asia. You can save up to 70% with special package prices from airlines and hotels. Simply choose your flights, hotel, and car from 3 hours to 14 days prior to departure and you're on your way!

Travellerspoint - Last Minute Hotels
Need last minute hotel accommodation? Then this is the right place! There are currently 10580 hotels in 55 countries offering last minute discount reservations. They only offer last minute rates for the next 20 days on these pages. So if you are planning far ahead, these pages won't help you much, but if you are looking for a great deal from Africa safaris, European Vacations to Canadian retreats - they have heaps on offer.

BootsnAll Travel - Have you just booked yourself a last minute flight to Bermuda and then, after you finished your happy dance, realized you’d also need a place to stay… ? Has your original hotel booking fallen through and you’re scrambling so you don’t have to cancel your trip… Or you’re just looking for some place close enough where you can drive or take the train to get there, but you’ll still need a bed to sleep in. Whatever your situation - whether it’s one of those or some variation on those themes - these guys can help you find your last minute hotel.

Owner Direct Vacation Rentals - A unique vacation home rental matching service that makes finding perfect vacation rentals quick and easy. Owner Direct Vacation Rentals has over 8,200 Vacation Homes, as well as privately-owned villas, condos, apartments, chalets, cottages and cabins for rent nightly, weekly or monthly worldwide. Their Last Minute Travel Accommodation Deals are ideal for guests with a flexible lifestyle and for owners who want to maximize their income. Last Minute Deals generally applies to vacation rental accommodations to be used within the next 30 days. The sooner you can travel, the more Last Minute Deals will be available for you ....

CheapFlights.com When airlines need to fill up a plane fast, they post Web-only fares at deep discounts. In some cases, they also e-mail deals to those who've signed up for such alerts or to members of their frequent-flyer programs. Web fares are typically posted mid-week for travel that weekend. Check this web sites for last-minute web fares - and have your bags packed. If you don't have time to scan all the airlines for last-minute deals you can sign up for their Deals Alert e-Newsletter and have the best deals find you.

CruiseCheap.com Time to pack your bags. Check out these great Last Minute cruise deals from CruiseCheap.com. Book Online or Call, but don't wait. These offers can sell out at anytime!
Mediterranean Cruise 7 nights from $619, NE Mediterranean and Venice 12 nights from $1,299.

For these and many more great last minute deals see our web site Travelbeen.com

Singel and want to travel? Here's a few ideas

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Thu, 07 May 2009 01:44:00 +0000

Within our directory are a host of different web sites and companies offering travel options for single people and solo travellers. Below are just some of the many website that are easily found at Travelbeen

Travelers Digest
A great portal with loads of suggestions for single travellers. Featured sits include:
Binnacle Travel - Offers singles and other group travel. Special events to meet one's needs.
Bike Tours UK - Offers a service to motorcyclists intending to visit the UK. Can offer hired bikes, accommodation, back up vehicle and a guide. City & National Park combination.
Connecting: Solo Travel Network -International networking for single and solo travel. Going solo tips, news about single-friendly tours and cruises, travel companions, advice, hospitality and lodging exchanges.
Cruising For Love - Join other fun loving singles from around the world on cruises to tropical Caribbean and Mexican destinations.
CuteTravelMate: Travel Companion Service - Search the profiles and find your Perfect Travel Companion
Oranim - Specializes in Jewish singles travel, Israel tours, and educational tours. Also teen summer tours and kosher travel. Birthright free Israel tours.
Travelchums - Search database and message boards for traveling companions worldwide.

Frommer's Single Travellers Frommers.com is an essential online destination for those planning the perfect travel excursion.They have daily podacsts, blogs, and specials that will help you find that perfect vacation. With a special section for solo travellers, it is a must visit site. Examples of podcast include:

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Solo Travellers
Editor's Choice: 7 Top Spots for the Solo Traveller
Frommers.com Podcast: A Student's Guide to the Best of Mexico

TripSpot - TripSpot.com was designed to break through the information overload of the Web to bring the best travel sites together with insightful editorial in one convenient, user-friendly spot. Sites featured on TripSpot.com are hand-selected by our editorial team for their exceptional quality, content and utility. There is a extensive list of sites that are specifically for single travellers. From this site, quickly and easily find travel news, city guides, maps, weather forecasts, deal finders, reservation services, travel auctions, destination ideas, tourism information, airlines, rentals cars, hotels, campsites, dining, festivals and more.

TrekAmerica If you are planning to travel alone their treks are the best way for you to experience North America. Joining a TrekAmerica tour with people of the same age will save you money by sharing costs and receive the safety and security of travelling in a group. And with TrekAmerica's singles adventure travel there are NO single supplements. Over 70% of trekkers are young single travellers. For the latest in tour dates see their site.

OARS specializes in solo travel:
"Travel with us and you'll find it's not just where you go that makes each trip so special, but with whom you journey. What brings unique individuals together on an O.A.R.S. Singles Vacation is a shared appreciation for outstanding quality, a spirit of adventure,exploration, a passion for good times. You'll travel to places such as the Lower Salmon River in Idaho with those who share your interests & your enthusiasm for travel and adventure, while meeting new people, making new friends and experiencing the unforgettable nature of singles adventure travel on an O.A.R.S. vacation. "
This is a really professional outfit and worth checking out.

OzXposure! The ultimate small group adventures 'down under' ideal for single travellers. OzXposure is an exciting partnership of the very best small group, singles adventure specialists throughout Australia and New Zealand, with over 50 years combined experience!From Australia's pristine beaches and remote outback to New Zealand's spectacular mountains, lakes and rivers - OzXposure gets you right to the heart of these unique destinations with all the fun, freedom and flexibility that OzXposure is famous for.

CruiseMates Singles Cruising: Meet Online & Onboard. In their experience singles have the best time when cruising with other singles. You dine together, drink, dance and plan special activities throughout the voyage- aboard ship and in port. Best of all, you can connect with whom you like, bypass those you don't, and go on your own when you feel like it. There are a lot of ways CruiseMates can enhance your singles cruising experience. They have two singles message boards; one for general discussion and the other to find a roommate. Read the articles here for tips on getting the best prices and finding singles cruise tour operators. You can even put together your own group, and maybe even travel free.

Come out, come out, where ever you are!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 06:24:00 +0000

Wanting a vacation where you can truly be yourself and surround yourself with like minded people?

If you are gay or lesbian and looking for a holiday we might just be able to give you some tips and suggestions!

Gaytravel Net is a one stop travel site for the gay or lesbian traveller no matter which part of the world you are travelling to. Europe with all its languages and many countries to explore from Portugal to Russia offers the gay and lesbian tourist a range of opportunities plus gay friendly city destinations of London, Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Rome, Prague and more. The site is a great starting point for planning your next vacation.

Gay Travel Net is a great place to start to look if you are interested in travelling to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, French Polynesia and other South Pacific destinations. New Zealand has many opportunities available to the gay man, woman, lesbian, bisexual, transgender visitor wishing to see this countries unique beauty. While you are down south pop across to Australia. Australia is a destination that can offer the gay, lesbian and bisexual traveller a wide range of activities in a progressive legal and social environment. If this is sounding like the ideal vacation destination for you and your partner see the web site for more details.

Directory of lesbian and gay holidays This is a great wealth of information if you are just beginning to explore holidays that are tailored for the lesbian and gay couples. They have lists of vacations, tours, cruises, camping; it all there. It is worth a look

Cruisemates Cruise Ship Guide

How fun would this be? They have details of the ships, routes, and your hosts for the cruise. For current tour dates see their site. Memories of a lifetime are about to set sail!

Gay and Lesbian Travel to Canada
Canada is renowned as one of the world's finest and friendliest GLBT travel destinations. Come where you can express yourself, indulge yourself, or just be yourself in welcoming, cosmopolitan gay-friendly cities, resort towns, and some of North America's largest and trendiest GLBT neighbourhoods. If you are planning a trip to Canada, visit this site first.

Gay Campers This site has complete listings of gay & lesbian campgrounds in the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the Caribbean. There are many outdoor articles, recreation articles and fitness articles for you to read and use, along with information about travel when you are not using the tent or RV.

So if you like the look of some of these site, take a look at Travelbeen US. You just never know what is on the other side of the rainbow!

Ranch Vacations - we got it covered!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:27:00 +0000

If you are not satisfied with just a home on the range but want the whole range itself, we have it covered. From the family experience too cultural programs, from the cowboy experience to nature lovers, at Travelbeen we have a vast range of sites that specialise in Ranch Vacations.

FamilyTravel.com - if it is a family experience that you are looking forward - this is the site for you. Their Family Ranch Vacations combine wholesome and unforgettable adventures in nature with opportunities for parents and children alike to enjoy age appropriate activities. Family Ranch Vacations offer everything from horseback riding and fly fishing to massage while also providing outstanding children's programs and activities. The site lists over 30 ranches from Montanna, Oregon, Arizona and California. It's worth a visit.

Home on the Range - Adventure Tour Canada
IMAGINE ……… What would life be like as a real cowboy? Visit the foothills of Alberta and the Rocky Mountains for a cowboy vacation with one of the many ranchers and outfitters who live and work in this majestic landscape. This tour company arranges for you to stay at ranches that provide genuine western hospitality and Ranch Vacation Experiences that take you away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and offer a fun and relaxing vacation for everyone in the family. The properties on offer look amazing, and the scenery breathtaking.

Boundary Ranch - legendary in the Canadian Rockies
Ideally located in the spectacular natural beauty of Kananaskis Valley, Boundary Ranch is perfect to discover the adventure and serenity of a Canadian tradition; a trail ride in the Rockies! En route, pristine views, flowered alpine meadows and abundant wildlife are just a few of the scenic wonders you’ll experience. Safe – and a photographer’s delight – horseback guided tours are sure to be a highlight of your holiday. It is worth checking out their web site just for the virtual tour. Happy Trails!
Badger Creek Ranch
Always wanted to be a cowboy? If you are really wanting a genuine experience Badger Creek Ranch is for you. It is a Working Cattle and Guest Ranch located in the Colorado Rocky Mountains at an altitude of about 9,000 feet. At Badger Creek Ranch you will be an important part of the cowboy crew as your ride fences, round up, doctor and sort our 100-200 head of cattle. The ranch offers comfortable bunkhouse after a traditional day of ranch life.

Four Winds Ranch and Project Now this is a ranch with a purpose. If you are looking for a cultural experience that is both fun, educational and beneficial to the local Lakota Sioux people - then look no further. It is a place of cultural exchange, the ranch is situated in the middle of the Black Hills of South Dakota, and is the perfect place to gather your thoughts, relax and have fun in a family atmosphere. They offer summer camps for children and teenager, language and music projects, foster care program for Lakota children, the promotion of alternative energies (Solar, photo voltaic, wind energy, thermal energy) and the list goes on. For more inspirational projects that you can be involved with on your next ranch vacation see their web site.

J/L Ranch
J/L Ranch offers the ranch experience with the benefit of other activities such as excellent fishing, spectacular bird watching, extensive hiking trails, Alpine mountain scenery and nearby access to mountain biking, golfing, river rafting,
boating, Dinosaurland Quarry, and Fremont Indian rock art. J/L Ranch is a small privately owned guest Ranch and Outfitter/Guide business. This beautiful guest Ranch is located in a remote area surrounded by Ashley National forest andUte Indian Reservation. The ranch holds a "Special Use Permit" issued by Ashley National Forest. For a more intimate and peaceful ranch experience J/L Ranch looks like the one.

Flagg Ranch Resort Flagg Ranch Resort offers a range of facilities from luxury cabins to camping sites.They are taking bookings now for their summer activities programme which include scenic float trip, whitewater rafting, horseback riding Yellowstone Lake Kayak 1/2 day tour and guided fly fishing trips. Children 17 and under stay free with parents.

Spring Creek Ranch
Spring Creek Ranch is a year-round luxury resort located on a wildlife sanctuary, almost 1,000 feet above the town of Jackson, with spectacular views of the Teton Mountain Range. The resort gives guests the choice of hotel rooms, condominiums, or homes to provide the right accommodations to suit your needs. Whether exploring Grand Teton or Yellowstone National Parks, or experiencing Jackson Hole's countless recreational opportunities, Spring Creek Ranch is a destination resort for any type of guest.

For more wonderful ideas on Ranch Vacations or other specialised vacation visit our website at Travelbeen

Planning a holiday - we have the best place to start!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 03:38:00 +0000

If you are thinking of visiting a new city, regions or town, often the best place to start planning is with the 'Official' site for that place.

At Travelbeen, the best travel website & search engine for holidays, you have the ability to filter your search into different categories. A simple search for 'Visitor Bureaus and Conventions Centres' will bring up hundreds of wonderfully informative sites.

If you are wondering about dates of a carnival, when local school holidays are, or tips on accommodation, local maps, local airports - the best place to start is with the official site of the place. These sites are most often non-profit organization in charge of the tourism in the city or region. With up to date information, they are a great way to start to planning your next holiday

Here are a few examples:

Alabama State Parks
The Official site for the Alabama State Parks allows you to search for a park, find suggestions on what to do, where to stay and meeting facilities. There is qualified staff that will help address your every need for accommodation reservations, activity planning, meeting or conference scheduling, or just plain getting away.

Pure Michigan - Michigan's Official Travel and Tourism Site
Here you can sign up for the michigan.org eNewsletter sign up for a free travel guide, and keep a watch out on the weekly features. It is a great place keep up to date with snow conditions and snowmobile trail conditions. With a user-friendly tool bar listing places to stay, things to do and activities outdoors it is a wonderful resource for planning a holiday to Michigan.

Kentucky Department of Tourism
This site is a wealth of information if you are wanting to know anything about Kentucky. The 'Things to do', 'Places to stay' and 'Sites to See' options are easily navigated. One really neat feature of this site is the 'Horses' menu - only in Kentucky! They claim that Lexington is "Horse Capital of the World" with more than 450 horse farms in the area. Kentucky is home of the world's "Most exciting two minutes in sports", the Kentucky Derby, which is held the first Saturday in May at Louisville's Churchill Downs.
If your into horse racing - Kentucky is the place for you.

Santa Clara Convention and Visitors Bureau
If you are wanting to combine a little business with pleasure while in Silicon Valley then the Santa Clara web site will help you out.
Featuring a great business directory listing all companies in the area, up and coming conventions combined with places to stay, things to do, dining and entertainment suggestions, it will ensure that your work trip will not be all work and no fun!

Visit Charleston
Having never been to Charleston, after visiting this site I am keen to visit. Full of charming buildings, beautiful boutique hotels, magnificent restaurants and wonderful events I am sold. Visit this site for your free copy of their Visitors Guide.

Boston - Greater Boston Convention and Visitor Bureau

They have the inside track for the best Boston deals. Make this site your starting point for Boston. If you are planing a trip to Boston, simply entre your dates to find the best deals. If you are on a shopping holiday their section call 'It's in the Bag' has details of different retailers, maps, links to their home webs site detailing new season collections, sale dates etc.
You can literally shop till you drop!

Palm Beach County Convention and Visitor Bureau
Planning a trip to Palm Beach County, Florida during a specific month? Looking to plan your trip around a special event or holiday vacation? Sporting events range from boat shows to fishing, catch a golf tournament or a classic car show. There is an array of cultural performances, shows and art exhibitions. Enjoy wild-life and nature tours, dog racing or drag-car racing. Art and antique shows are showcased every season, as well as greenmarkets and culinary and wine festivals. Winter equestrian events are exciting, and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Center features world renowned performances, shows and opera.
Be sure to sign up for their e-newsletters to have the latest listing of the top events in the area.

San Diego Convention and Visitor Bureau

With the latest dates on festivals visit their site
Here are just some of the up coming events:
05/17 - 16th Annual Little Italy Sicilian Festival
04/06 - 04/09 - San Diego Padres 2009 Opening Day
03/01 - 05/10 - Flower Fields Ranunculus Tours
12/26 - 03/31 - Whale Watching with Birch Aquarium Naturalists
Newport Rhode Island
Home to spectacular coastal scenery, awe-inspiring architecture, a thriving waterfront downtown, and welcoming hospitality, Newport, Rhode Island is considered by many to be a shining gem in the coastal crown of New England. From weekend getaways spent touring the famed Gilded Age mansions to an afternoon of wine tasting through Newport's three scenic vineyards, the options for interesting activities, distinctive stories, and enticing photo opportunities are countless!

These are but a few of the hundreds of 'Official' sites that we have listed on our unique travel only search engine.

If you are planning a holiday be sure to visit Travelbeen and search for the Visitor Bureau for your chosen destination.

Your honeymoon - the holiday to remember forever!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:24:00 +0000

The celebration is organised, the dress fitted, reception details all finalised - now for the real fun your HONEYMOON!

This is a once in a lifetime chance to travel to new lands, indulge yourselves, experience cultures and exotic foods.

At Travelbeen we know how important this special time is and how precious your time is. We have a great selection of sites that specialise in honeymoons.

Below are just a sample of the hundreds we have on offer.

Take a look and dream; imagine you and your new partner on a secluded beach in the Maldives, a cruise in the Whitsundays... it is your time to dream!

Honeymoon Cruises
Always wanted to take a cruise? Honeymoon Cruises are a specialised cruise company that offer one of the most romantic way to celebrate your honeymoon. It is claimed that honeymoon cruises have a higher percentage of satisfied customers than any other honeymoon vacation experience! There is nothing more romantic than sailing away together into a golden sunset. Plus secluded island beaches, dining on a balcony overlooking the ocean and spa services for two are just some of the romantic pursuits available.

Karisma - Mexico
Karisma have Honeymoon and Anniversary packages that seem to be very reasonably priced. The resorts line the Riviera Maya and offer upscale all-inclusive vacation locations, each with a slightly different feel. El Dorado Royale Resort and Spa is the flagship property with many amenities, services and a full service spa. Azul Hotel + Beach Resort is a stylish boutique all-inclusive hotel with hip décor and cool services. And El Dorado Maroma is a cozy upscale small resort located on Maroma beach, perfect for vigorous vacationers who seek water sports and plenty of lively activities. They have created a special Honeymoon and Anniversary package designed to bring out the romance in everyone.

Backroads - the world's #1 Active Travel Company A Backroads active vacation has all the ingredients for a perfect honeymoon. Romantic destinations like California's Wine Country, Vermont, Tuscany and Provence. Superb lodgings and cuisine. And engaging activities—as much or as little, as easy or as challenging, as desired. They have the added benefit of being set up like a wedding register. Take a look, pick your destination and let your guest contribute to your honeymoon. It's simple.

Gabriele's Tours - Traveling to Italy
When I think of exotic honeymoon location I cannot go past Italy. The home of the romantic holiday. Gabrieles Tours are planed with romance in mind taking in some of the more secluded places as well as the iconic romantic sites. Romantic Rome, Bella Tuscany, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast - just a few of the idyllic spots where the language of love is tenderly inspired and spoken in those first carefree days of wedded bliss.

Honeymoons Inc Here's a good one. Honeymoons Inc. - that's all they do!
They are an all inclusive Honeymoon Specialist Agency with friendly, helpful agents that are standing by to help you plan a stress-free all-inclusive Jamaica Honeymoon. Just put in your dates and price all your options at one time. Special packages include - Jamaica honeymoon, Negril Honeymoon, Montego Bay Honeymoon, Ocho Rios Honeymoon, Runaway Bay Honeymoon and the the Southwest Coast Honeymoon.

The BigDayHoneymoon
Another Registry and Romantic Travel Expert that know what you are looking for in honeymoons. Their site is user friendly and has weekly specials with great ideas and suggestions to make your honeymoon all the more memorable.

Banyam Tree - Heavenly Honeymoon in Thailand
A honeymoon package bound to create lasting memories in Thailand for newly-weds. Be chauffeured to/from the airport in a limousine, take in breathtaking views of the city at Vertigo, Saffron or Bai Yun, enjoy couple spa treatments, Bangkok & Ayutthaya tours, and more. The accommodation looks amazing.

Travelmaxia
This is an interesting site if you are planning a honeymoon in the South Pacific. They connect travellers 'DIRECT' with hotels & resorts in the South Pacific. There are 377 South Pacific vacation properties in their database. They are constantly posting specials, packages and detailed resort information. For great deals on a honeymoon in Fiji this is a site to watch.

Green Dragon Adventure Travel
Romantic Honeymoon Vacations in Belize. Honeymoon Packages for Romantic Couples looking for a unique Package in Belize. Adventure Vacations are perfect for couples seeking secluded Jungle ambience and beautiful Beach hideaways. Exotic Honeymoon Packages include Room, Meals, Tours, Tour Guides, Taxes and Transfers. All you have to do is relax and enjoy the stunning Tropical Belizean surroundings and the rest is taken care of.

TourMart - Kerala Honeymoon
If you are wanting a holiday where everything is taken care of but are still wanting to experience the mysitc of new lands then this may be the honeymoon for your. An all inclusive tour through India, with accommodation, transfer, food all organised for you. Perfect for the stress free honeymoon that will leave a lasting memories.

Travelbeen can really help you find that perfect honeymoon. The site has a useful bookmarking function so as you can sort all your favourite ideas in one place.

Your new adventure can begin today at Travelbeen. Simply type'Honeymoon' in the search function and we have done all the hard work for you with thousand of hand-picked travel only websites.

ENJOY!

Have a spring vacation in a country where your dollar buys more - New Zealand!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 03:52:00 +0000

Looking for an awesome spring vacation for the whole family
or a romantic getaway?

New Zealand is the the place you are looking for.

The scenery's huge, the outdoor adventures are amazing and the exchange rate is on your side.

International travel is a mind-opening experience. You get to sample a different culture, discover amazing landscapes, meet unusual creatures and tackle new challenges together.

For many New Zealand is a natural first choice for a holiday adventure - it’s refreshingly different, but not too strange that you are not sure what you are eating!

Travelbeen has thousands of sites that will help you plan your holiday. Here are some that we thought may help you plan your next vacation.

Getting there
AffordableTours.com
Affordable Tours is a large large-scale seller of New Zealand tours and New Zealand vacations. They are able to offer unbeatable prices and unparalleled value. Look on line to see a variety of tours available and then call a tour consultants to book your vacation and save money.

VacationsToGO.com
VacationsToGo specialise in selling tous to many countries especially New Zealand. They have a great variety of tours ranging in prices and the length of time. Some itineraries focus only on New Zealand, while several travel packages also include Australia.
CheapoAir.com
CheapoAir is a 7-time award winning travel website, ranked #7 amongst travelers by Hitwise.com. They offer one of the largest selections of airfares, hotels, car rentals, vacation packages and travel deals.
Qantas Vacations
Although the national airline of Australia, Qantas have many great deals that fly to New Zealand. Each week there are specials that often include great deals flying from the USA to NZ and on to Australia.
FlyCheapAbroad.com
FlyCheapAbroad.com is focused on discounted airfares to Asia, Australasia and the Pacific. They have twenty years of experience in the travel industry which allows them to offer you great deals. Their goal is to make your online air booking experience fast, reliable, and satisfactory.

There are many more flight specialist - see our site Travelbeen, just type in New Zealand and clink on 'Flight Specialist'. It's that simple

Getting Around
Flying Kiwi specialise in tours that have an adventure edge to them. There are a range of trips available including sky diving, whale watching, swimming with dolphins, camping, hiking, kayaking, bungy jumping, zorbing and many many more. For the cycling enthusiasts they offer a great cycling tour of New Zealand which is guaranteed to take you through spectacular scenery on roads that have minimal traffic.

TrekTravel
As the name suggests it is all about trekking. TrekTravel offers great deals and promises to take you to some of the most beautiful places NZ has to offer such as the waterfalls at Arthur’s Pass, the jaw-dropping grandeur of the Southern Alps all before you recline with a glass of Central Otago’s best Pinot Noir while gazing over endless rolling vineyards. Sounds OK to me!
TheBigDay
A site that focus is all about 'The Big Day'. They have great deals for those of you looking for the perfect honeymoon and have a special focus on accommodation that will be perfect for your special vacation.

Active New Zealand

Active New Zealand is a very different type of adventure travel company. The adventure trips takes you places you’ll remember forever – huge glaciers, deserted beaches, towering peaks – places that are unbelievably beautiful… even by New Zealand standards. These tours are for those of you looking for an active holiday - hiking, cycling, walking or paddling down some of the most beautiful rivers NZ has to offer.
Eagle Eye Tours
EagleEye Tour has just complete it inaugural voyage to New Zealand with great success. The tour is specially designed for the bird watching enthusiasts. Keep a look out for their next tour.
Horizone Holidays
If trekking, cycling and being active is not the sort of holiday then you may be better suited to an Horizon Holiday. See their site for departure dates and choices of activities.

Do it yourself
If you are looking to drive yourself below are some great sites that will help you book the right car, campervan or caravan.
United Vehicle Rental
A family business United Vehicle Rental is a major New Zealand motorhome rental . Traditional family values apply to every aspect of the operation and staff, partners and clients are all part of the United family.
USave Car and Truck Rentals
This is a great site to help you plan your trip with a handy calculator that works out the distance you will be travelling. It has a detailed section on local road rules and things to watch out for.
Click-nz.com specialises in New Zealand rental cars.
AA Travel New Zealand
This is a must see site if you are planning to drive yourself. The official site for the New Zealand Automobile Association it has great maps, local tips, all the rules and regulations and a good section on places to stay and visit.

Things to see
Queenstown - a trip to New Zealand would not be complete without a visit to this amazing place. The home of the Shotover White Water Rafting- not for the faint hearted.
The Kauri Museum - The Kauri Museum is an amazing theme museum in the North of New Zealand.
Hobbinton Tour - On picturesque private farmland near Matamata, New Zealand, you can visit the remnants of the Hobbiton Movie Set
Helistar Helicopter - a great way to see the glaciers
The Zorb - I'm not sure about this one - maybe you have to be a Kiwi to enjoy. They certainly are the adventurous type!
RailNewZealand - Experience New Zealand's scenic beauty by travelling on one of these passenger rail services: The Overlander train, The TranzCoastal train, The TranzAlpine train or one of the many day train excursions.

There are literally thousand of unique experiences to be had in New Zealand. From the mud springs of Rotoura, to joining in a Maori hungi or visiting the beautiful Milford sound - you really will find it an amazing country.

See Travelbeen for more great ideas about how to start planning your adventure of a lifetime.

Scuba dive - combine holiday & adventure!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:20:00 +0000

Looking for a high diving adventure or a leisurely beach vacation?

If you have a goal to dive the seven seas and are looking for travel packages, diving locations, or just ideas for your next dive adventure, Travelbeen has literally thousands of sites that can help you plan for your next adventure.

Below are just a few sites that we thought you may be interested in.

Ever wanted too dive Fiji?
Octopus Resort: Their dive team boast many years of experience and employ a Dive Masters. Jodi, the dive team leader and senior instructor have been diving for many years, and she leads a team of four highly skilled dive instructors which include local experienced Fijian men. The dive instructors have completed literally hundreds of dives all over Fiji, so whatever your level of experience they have a dive expert on hand to ensure you have a truly awesome dive experience.

Another great dive company based in Fiji is:
Paradise Adventure & Cruises Their ships are designed to exact specifications by a diver for divers right from the very beginning. Accommodation is in five spacious cabins. There is a large salon/dining area and superb dive deck with its twin curved stairways to the ultimate dive platform just inches from the warm blue Pacific. The Sere's crew are amongst the region's most experienced and delight in providing the best there is to offer, from superb meals, discrete service, local knowledge and the ability to make you feel very special. You will have access to dive Fiji's finest sights.

The Inn at Roberts Grove - Belize
The Dive Center at Robert's Grove, member of PADI Int'l Resort Assn, is the newest of just a handful of dive centers currently operating out of Placencia. As a result, the dive center is fully equipped with brand-new, top-of-the-range Oceanic equipment, tried, tested and trusted. They pride themselves on being safety conscious and environmentally aware.The Inn's Dive Center is staffed by experienced PADI divemasters and instructors and several licensed boat captains and snorkeling guides. They have a fleet of dive boats, including a 48-foot Pro Dive Boat, equipped with 3 engines and combined 1100 horsepower, and two 30-foot dive boats, each with two Honda fourstroke 130-HP engines.The Placencia Peninsula, where the Inn at Robert's Grove is located, is the springboard to some of the most exciting dive sites in the world. The reason for this is that, as the edge of the Barrier Reef comes south along the coast of Belize, it separates itself further and further from the mainland. The result is a broad expanse of coral reef with channels that go down from 90 to 110 feet, but rising abruptly into shoals and cayes, providing many nearby SCUBA locations. At last official count there are a minimum of 20 named dive sites in the southern waters of Belize, off Placencia, bursting with untouched coral and abundant fish life.

Dive Tutukaka - New Zealand
The Poor Knights Dive Centre is at the heart and soul of Tutukaka, right next to the famous funky thatched-roofed restaurant, Schnappa Rock. Tutuakaka is the Poor Knights Islands’ only multi-boat, full-service dive operator. They are a recognised National Geographic Diver Centre, offering air fills, gear hire, retails sales and everything you need to support your Poor Knights diving experience. Operating five purpose-designed dive-boats, they can give small groups the highest level of personal service. They offer wreck diving on the famous Tutukaka shipwreck which includes detailed onshore briefings, transport via purpose built high speed wreck diving boat and the assistance of highly trained dive masters and instructors who will personally guide you in small groups.

Dive Base - West Malaysia
The diving around Pulau Sibu in West Malaysia is as good as that around Pualu Tioman, some say better as there are no crowds! With wide ranging fields of soft corals that make a kaleidoscope of colours, countless types of hard corals and an astounding variety of marine life. The visibility can vary but averages out at around 10m. The topography of the region is made from volcanic activity and is relatively shallow, up to 18m, due to the island's proximity to the mainland. So lots of nice safe easy, fantastic diving within a stones throw of the mainland!

The Islands of the Bahamas
There’s a whole underwater world just waiting for you to discover. If you want the ultimate diving experience, you will find it here. With 100,000 square miles of ocean, the clearest water on the planet and 25 different dive destinations, you will see more than you ever imagined possible. Colorful fish and forest-like coral reefs are just the beginning. Dive deeper and you’ll soon explore blue holes, historic shipwrecks, elaborate underwater cave systems and wall dives. Plus, you’ll encounter friendly dolphins, stingrays and even sharks.

Dive Queensland - Queensland Holidays
Whether you're a diver or a snorkeller, Queensland has something for everyone.
"The waters of Queensland offer some of the best underwater adventures on earth. Take the plunge and discover this wide, blue wonder accessible to all … azure seas sparkling against crystal white sand, tropical islands, warm inviting waters home to a colourful kaleidoscope of reefs, shoals, coral cays and mysterious shipwrecks teeming with exotic tropical marine life. A mild climate and clear visibility make year-round diving a vibrant reality.It starts with the world's only natural underwater wonder - the famous Great Barrier Reef."

Cairns Dive Centre - Great Barrier Reef Australia
Cairns Dive Centre is an SSI training centre with 5 star facilities. Cairns Dive Centre offers training courses with experienced diving team. You can enjoy the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with friendly, highly trained, dedicated and totally professional Instructors and Guides.

Florida Keys Dive Cnetre
Florida Keys Dive Centre boasts several large state of the art speedster boats that allows you to access all of the best dive sites in the Key Largo and the Middle Keys from Pennekamp Park down to the reefs of Islamorada. The Scuba Dive & Snorkel trips depart twice daily on two or three stop excursions. Below are just a sample of some of the different dives they offer.
Captain Tom's Ledge: A coral ledge that contains the whole food chain, from large grouper to over 5000 schooling fish. A beautiful dive in 35-60 feet of water.
Angel Fish Conch Wall: The home of a number of sites. Conch Wall (50-110 ft.) noted for huge barrel sponges and large marine life.
Crocker Ridges: Spur and groove coral formations with large coral heads. Known for angelfish and butterflies.
Crocker Wall: (45-90 ft.) Large sponges and gorgonians with excellent marine life. Even the occasional eagle ray.
Davey Crocker: (15-30 Ft.) A beautiful patch reef ideal for underwater photographers. Nurse sharks, groupers, jacks, and many tropical fish inhabit this area.
And many more...

If you like the idea of a diving holiday, then why not look for more wonderful travel sites at Travelbeen.

Vacations for the Budget Concious!

noreply@blogger.com (Karen Turner) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:33:00 +0000

Tried of hearing about the financial crisis?
Feel that you need to get away?
From our unique travel only search engine, we
have complied sites that have your budget in mind.

Flights

Wholesale Fares Inc
Wholesale Fares is a low fare specialist, focused on supplying the best available fares to international destinations world-wide. The company is focused on providing premium service, at an affordable price. By focusing efforts on gaining direct contracts with major airlines, and utilizing special discounts, along with waiver fares, they offer wholesale fares previously open to business travellers exclusively.

CheapoAir CheapoAir brings Airfares, Hotels, Car Rentals and Vacation Packages data from multiple sources such as 3 GDS's and 15 other negotiated rates data sources to bring the best value to you. Their vision has always been to develop and enhance the latest technologies into scalable travel solutions for today’s savvy traveler.

Globester
Globester is a leading global online travel services company specializing in negotiated / discounted flights, air plane tickets cheapest airfares to Asia, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa and Australia. Globester provides secure online reservation capabilities for airline tickets, cheap international flights, hotel, cruises and vacation packages to worldwide international destinations. You can book really cheap plane tickets online and save more on your travel tickets.

FlyCheapAbroad.com
FlyCheapAbroad.com is focused on discounted airfares to Central America, South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe. Twenty years of experience in the travel industry allow them to bring you the best deals, all the time, anywhere.

Accommodation

Hotel By Location
Hotelbylocation has established working arrangements with leading hotel chains and thousands of hotels across the globe to meet the accommodation needs of travellers at the most competitive rates and the highest ethical standards.

RatesAndAvailability.com
You can be confident when you reserve your stay in any country or city in the world through RatesandAvailability.com your room will be waiting for your arrival. Their seamless Instant Online Hotel Reservations System guarantees error free handling. The electronic network ensures you low rates and secure real-time booking to most hotels worldwide.

CheaperThanHotels.com
Offer you very best rates for hotels and resorts worldwide on their website and encourage you to save money and time by using their simple online forms to reserve your stay. Using smart and intuitive technology you can quickly search a database offering bargains at more than 48,000 properties in 130 countries worldwide (making it one of the world’s largest).

Car Rental Deals
Budget
Their mission is to consistently deliver a quality product, friendly service and great value that make customers confident that Budget is their best car rental choice.

Auto Europe United States
Auto Europe provides you with the best combination of service and price when you rent a car

Tours
Caravan Tours
Caravan Tours has been offering quality tours at an affordable price since 1952 under the same family ownership and management. To view any of their fully escorted, all-inclusive tours click on the desired link above.

Cosmos Tours and Budget and Affordable Travel
Cosmos Tours is a member of the Globus family of tour operators. Since 1961, Cosmos Tours has been showing the world to budget-conscious travellers. Cosmos Tours' expertly planned vacations to 60 countries on 6 continents combine all the advantages of Cosmos travel with built-in free time to explore destinations. Travellers on Cosmos tours across the globe can expect value and flexibility on their vacation.

Cheap Eats
Top 40 Cheap Eats
From authentic Cuban cuisine in Miami to homemade sausage in the Sonoma Valley, they have travelled the nation's highways and byways searching for the very best high-quality meals where prices hold steady. The top spots keep the dollar signs in check. Some of these sweet spots sport chic interiors, communal tables and unique surroundings.

Cycling Travel and Tours

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 03:29:00 +0000

Cycling has an all round benefits, heath, environment and personal finance, and it is no wonder that the number of people cycling is increasing.

As a result there are now more and more people looking to combine cycling and vacations. The vacations become healthy, you tend to see more and reach places than you would in a car or bus.

Travel companies that offer cycling appear to be on the increase also (well it was quite quick on Travelbeen to find a heap of companies).

Looking through some of these cycling travel websites the range on offer is much bigger that you could imagine covering all ages, terrain, destinations and themes.

The variety can be seen with; Trek Travel - from the cycle manufacture, Breton Bikes Cycling Holidays - caters for children, Bicycle Beano Cycle Tours - vegetarian cycling trips in the UK and Endless Ride - mountain biking holidays in the European Alps.

We have pulled together a list of cycling specialist travel companies and organisations (in the list below), but there are many more travel companies that offer cycling holidays as one of their many tours and programs. To see all companies you can search on Travelbeen for Tour Operators "Cycling", In-Bound Tour Operators "Cycling" or just "Cycling". The same goes for "Mountain Biking" Here is a list that we have found on Travelbeen.

Breakaway Adventures

Breakaway Adventures offers cycling tours and walking tours in Europe including Italy, France, Spain, England and more.

http://www.breakaway-adventures.com

United States, Tour Operator

Trek Travel

Join Trek Travel (from the bike manufacturer) for the bicycling vacation of a lifetime and experience a new way to actively travel

http://www.trektravel.com

United States, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Bicycle Adventures

Specialist tour operator since 1984, Bicycle Adventures has been offering bicycle tours, multi-sport vacations & cross-country ski vacations in the Western United States, Western Canada, Hawaii and New Zealand.

http://www.bicycleadventures.com

United States, Tour Operator

Flying Kiwi

Flying Kiwi adventure tours travel new zealand with bus, bike and budget tour options.

http://www.flyingkiwi.com

New Zealand, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Bicycle Victoria

Bicycle Victoria is a self-funded community organisation, dedicated to getting more people cycling more often.

http://www.bv.com.au

Australia, Inbound Tour Operator

Breton Bikes Cycling Holidays

Cycle holidays for children, adult groups and self led tours. Camping, hotel and gite based bicycle touring

http://www.bretonbikes.com

France, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Bicycle Beano Cycle Tours

Sociable cycling holidays in England & Wales with organic veggie food enjoyed by vegetarians & non-veggies.

http://www.bicycle-beano.co.uk

United Kingdom, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Randotrek

Italian Sport & Eco-tourism Association, offers you support services and personable biking and eco-travel opportunities in Central Italy.

http://www.randotrek.com

Italy, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Cycleworx

Customised cycling tours in South Africa's Southern and Western Cape region - said to be a mecca for road cycling and mountain biking alike

http://www.cycleworx.co.za

South Africa, Inbound Tour Operator

Cycling Safaris

Cycling Safaris offer guided and self led biking tours throughout Ireland and Europe.

http://www.cyclingsafaris.com

United Kingdom, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Ecotreck

Ecotreck delivers premiere cycling adventures and eco tours in Australia and worldwide

http://www.ecotrek.com.au

Australia, Inbound Tour Operator

Topbicycle

Central European bicycle tours 8 and 10 day self-guided and guided cycling vacations. Covers Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria and Hungary

http://www.topbicycle.com

Czech Republic, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Macs Adventure

Macs Adventure specialises in walking holidays and mountain biking adventures in Scotland and England.

http://www.macsadventure.com

United Kingdom, Inbound Tour Operator

VeloAsia

Cycling and bicycle tours in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Burma, Laos, Japan, and Turkey.

http://www.veloasia.com

Thailand, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Vermont Bicycle Touring

Rated the number one bicycle tour company on Earth by National Geographic Adventure!

http://www.vbt.com

United States, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Butterfield & Robinson Inc.

Slow down to see the world is still B&R’s guiding philosophy after almost four decades on the road - worldwide cycle tours

http://www.butterfield.com

Canada, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Up and Downhill Austrian Mountain Biking Holidays

Guided mountain bike holidays from our farmhouse in the Austrian alps.

http://www.upanddownhill.com

Austria, Accommodation Inbound Tour Operator

Endless Ride

Mountain bike holidays in Morzine. EndlessRide provide catered mountain bike and road bike holidays in the Morzine and Les Gets in the Portes du Soleil region of France.

http://www.endlessride.com

France, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

If you want to add a travel website to the list then post it as a comment and/or submit it to the Travelbeen search engine

Sports Tours and Travel

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:25:00 +0000

Sporting events are worldwide and there are a range of travel companies that specialize in providing tours and vacations to these sporting events.

We have pulled together a sample of travel websites / companies from the Travelbeen search engine that are sport tours and events related.

The types we have pulled together include tour operators, travel agents and online guides all of which we hope you will find useful. Additionally we have included any accrediations such as BBB (Better Business Bureau) and ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents) to provide you with a guide to the credability of the companies.

Sports Travel and RoadTrips are the most comprehensive that we come across and both seem to offer sports tours to most sporting events that you can think of worldwide.

Sports Travel

Travel company offering a comprehensive range of sports tours and events. Popular tours include Kentucky Derby, The Masters, Daytona 500, Super Bowl, Indy 500, Basketball, NFL and NHL. They even cover boxing, rodeo and winter games.

http://www.sportstravel.com

BBB, United States, Tour Operator

Grand Prix Tours

Operating since 1983, Grand Prix Tours are Formula 1 travel specialists. They cover all the major F1 Grand Prix including Monaco, Canadian and Italian Grand Prix.

http://www.gptours.com

United States, Tour Operator

Road Trips - Sports Travel and Tours

Roadtrips offers first class tour packages to more than 5000 sporting events and games, including preferred seating, distinctive accommodations, expert travel and concierge services

http://www.roadtrips.com

United States, Tour Operator Travel Agent

Championship Tennis Tours

Offering official Individual Tournament Tickets and professionally designed Complete Packages to the US Open, Wimbledon, French Open, Australian Open, Sony Ericsson Open, BNP Paribas Open, ATP Finals in London and any of the top ATP and WTA events.

http://www.tennistours.com

ASTA, United States, Tour Operator

Grand Prix Club

Formula One Grand Prix packages to all the majors: Australia Belgium, Britain, Canada France Germany, Italy, Monaco Spain European Brazil. A ground only tour operator and a typical package includes hotel, tickets, transport, hospitality and sometimes pit access!

http://www.thegrandprixclub.com

ASTA, United States, Tour Operator

Rink Time

A very comprehensive website which has listed and categorized all the rinks (ice and roller) in the US. Lists all major hockey tournaments.

http://www.rinktime.com

United States, General Travel Guide

World Football Travel

Tour operator offering flexible custom and base packages to football (Soccer) games and tournaments worldwide

http://www.worldfootballtravel.com

ASTA, IATAN, BBB, AFTA, ACTA, Canada, Tour Operator

Global Sports Vacation

Global Sports Vacations offers Hockey Tournaments and Golf Holiday packages

http://www.gsvhockey.com

Canada, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator Travel Agent

Circuit Hotels

A website focused on helping you find accommodation at all the major motor racing circuits and speedways around the world.

http://www.circuithotels.com

United States, General Travel Guide

You can search for more on Travelbeen sporting events and tours

If you want to add a travel website to the list then post it as a comment and/or submit it to the Travelbeen search engine

Nudist Travel Websites

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 02:13:00 +0000

We have pulled together a selection of nudist travel websites that feature within our search engine. Nudism travel may not be for all and is still regarded as a minority groups, still Travelbeen prides itself on covering all types of travel :-)

The websites that we have pulled together have been random, to give the broadest selection.

Further searches can be done on on Travelbeen using the keywords naturist resorts and nudist travel.

There are a couple of official bodies for nudism recreation in North America, the Trade Association for Nude Recreation (TANR) has a comprehensive listing as does American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR). AANR - states that it is a "trusted source for nudist information on such topics as what to expect at a nudist club, a nudist resort, or even from a skinny dipping experience."

Bare Necessities
Welcome to Bare Necessities Tour & Travel!
Travel agent / tour operator with clothing-optional vacations in the world. Includes charters on cruise ships both big and small and special rates for select resorts in the Caribbean,
http://www.bare-necessities.com
United States, Travel Agent

Castaways Travel
Castaways Travel Provides Clothing-Optional & Nude Vacations & Cruises Worldwide. If you are a nudist, naturist, or just like to vacation naked this is your site. Cruise our online reports with photos & trip reports of resorts in Jamaica, Mexico, Caribbean, US, Hawaii, & Worldwide.
http://www.castawaystravel.com
IATA, ASTA, ARC, CLIA, ICTA, United States, Travel Agent

The Terra Cotta Inn
Terra Cotta Inn Palm Springs, California. For nudists, naturists, or clothing optional vacations. Why travel to spas, resorts, clubs, or nude beaches for skinnydipping? Luxury recreation and fun.
http://www.sunnyfun.com
United States, Accommodation

River Island Nature Retreat
River Island Nature Retreat has set a standard of clothing -optional Holiday Park, promoting a relaxed atmosphere in a peaceful and natural setting and accommodation to suit all lifestyles, tastes and budget.
http://www.riverisland.com.au
Australia, Resort

Wai-natur Naturist Holidays
Naturist holiday retreat and general guide to naturist holidays - NZ based but aimed at a worldwide audience.
http://www.naturist.co.nz
New Zealand, General Travel Guide

Pevors Farm Cottages
Pevors Farm is a unique luxury naturist retreat with 5 naturist cottages of 4 star quality accommodation. Facilities include an indoor heated pool and naturist walks around the meadow and to carp pools. A bluebell woodland is part of this 400 acre farm on the Essex / Suffolk border.
http://www.pevorsfarm.co.uk
United Kingdom, Accommodation

SuperClubs
SuperClubs brands include Hedonism II and Hedonism III. SuperClubs is a collection of all-inclusive resorts in the Bahamas, Curacao, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Brazil and Panama.
http://www.superclubs.com
International, Resort

All-Inclusive Vacations
Discount all inclusive vacations and honeymoons: Caribbean, Jamaica, Mexico, Excellence Resorts, Palace Resorts, Couples, Hedonism and Grand Lido.
http://www.all-inclusive.com
United States, Travel Agent

If you want to add a travel website to the list then post it as a comment and/or submit it to the Travelbeen search engine

Roots of Obama Tours

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:09:00 +0000

With all the euphoria surrounding Obama becoming President, a plethora of travel companies have been busy organizing and promoting Roots of Obama Tours. Travelbeen has started to pull a list together of those travel companies.

As you may or may not know, Barak Obama's father was born in a small village called Kogelo Western Kenya, which since the change in U.S. Presidency recently has been transformed from sleepy farming community to a key travel destination.

There are a selection of tours available, mainly all departing from Nairobi, ranging from day trips to two week expeditions. All trips include the visiting the family homestead in Kogelo (picture above) and the places where Obama's late father grew up.

THE TRAVEL COMPANIES AND TOURS

Intrepid Travel - Global Tour Operator [Travelbeen Info]
8 day tour departing from Nairobi, covering Masai Mara, African art, game reserves and Obama tour by a member of the family.
http://www.intrepidtravel.com/trips/YKO

Somak Holidays - UK based Tour Operator [Travelbeen Info]
Offering 5 options...
A day trip to the west from Nairobi - Fly from Nairobi for lunch and a tour
An overnight stay in the west - Stay overnight and see where Obama's father lived
A 7 night tour with Kisumu
A 9 night tour with Lake Victoria
A 10 night tour with Samburu
http://www.somak.com/obama_roots_tour.php

Sky View of Africa - Kenyan based Tour Operator
13 day tour departing from Nairobi
Masai Mara, game reserves, colonial history and Obama
http://skyviewofafrica.com/obama.htm

African Hartebeest - Kenyan based Tour Operator
4 day tour departing from Nairobi
Hippos, Fishing and Crocodile Hunting Safari
http://www.africanhartebeest.com/safaris/obama_I.html

Ads Safaris - Kenyan based Tour Operator
7 Days Tracing Obama's Roots Plus Masai Mara And Great Riftvalley Lakes Safari
http://www.adssafaris.com/east-africa-vacation-packages/Obama%20roots.htm

Africa Scope Safaris - Kenyan based Tour Operator
7 Night tour - Tracing Obama Kenya Roots & Heritage Expedition
http://www.africascopesafaris.com/index.php?productID=173

Arikippo Tours - US and Kenyan based Tour Operator
7 day tour Obama roots tour departing Nairobi
8 day Obama special cultural tour departing Nairobi
http://www.arkippotours.com/kogelo.html

Isango - UK and European Travel Agent
Day trip and Overnight tour options.
http://www.isango.com/Product/Tracing_Obamas_Roots_7464.aspx
Additionally Isango have started a Facebook discussion forum on the ethical nature of these new tours -

Global Coach Tours - UK based Agent
11 day holiday with flights from the UK
http://www.globalcoachtours.com/t-obamarootswithlakevictoria-1775.aspx

Great Horizon Trails - Kenyan based Tour Operator
7 day tour departing from Nairobi
http://www.greathorizontrails.com/kogelo.asp

If you know of any other tours, or links to interesting articles on the tours please feel free add them in the comments.

Planning a Trip to Peru? Selected Travel Websites on Travelbeen for Visiting Peru

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:11:00 +0000

Planning a trip to Peru, or just interested in browsing? We have pulled together a list of tour operators, travel agents, tourist information guides and airlines that all feature in the Travelbeen search engine to provide a snapshot of what you could do.

TOURIST INFORMATION

Come to Peru
Peru, Tourism Guide

TOUR OPERATORS AND TRAVEL AGENTS

Adventure Life Journeys
United States, Tour Operator

Enjoy Peru
IATA, ABTA, ASTA, United States, Travel Agent

Peru Adventures
United States, Tour Operator

Pure! Peru
Peru, Inbound Tour Operator

Footloose.com
United States, Tour Operator

Inca Adventures
United States, Tour Operator

Class Adventure Travel
United States, Tour Operator

INBOUND TOUR OPERATORS (LOCAL)

Inkaterra
Peru, Inbound Tour Operator

Peru Expeditions Overland
Peru, Tour Operator Inbound Tour Operator

Panorama Peru
IATA, ASTA, Peru, Inbound Tour Operator

Amazing Peru
PATA, Peru, Inbound Tour Operator

Inkanatura Travel
Peru, Inbound Tour Operator

ACCOMMODATION

Casa Andina
Peru, Hotel Broker Accommodation

Ruinas Hotel
Peru, Accommodation

Perol Chico
Peru, Tour Operator Accommodation

Muyuna Amazon Lodge Peru
Peru, Inbound Tour Operator Accommodation

AIRLINES

LAN Airlines

Golden Triangle Tour of India

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:16:00 +0000

The golden triangle tour of India is the most popular and classic tour. It encompasses in the shortest possible time some of the most outstanding places of India such as the Red Fort, India Gate, elephant rides, Amber Fort and the Taj Mahal. India is such a vast and varied country, you could easily spend months exploring, so the golden triangle of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra has emerged as one of the popular routes to experiencing a taste of India.

A typical Itinerary of the Golden Triangle, in this case a tour from Indian Horizons

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
At the starting day of your excellent golden triangle trip, arrive Delhi airport, transfer to a hotel, where you will be greeted by the traditional Indian hospitality. Stay the night at Delhi hotel and enjoy flavor of delicious dinner.

Day 02: in Delhi
This morning starts with exploration of majestic Delhi city, after breakfast and tea form Delhi hotel go for unfurling the sightseeing of the place. Visit the old monuments and fort as Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb along with some architectural grandeur like Lotus temples and Akshardham temple. Overnight stay is at Delhi Hotel followed by a relish dinner.

Day 03: Delhi –Jaipur
After having a breakfast from Delhi hotel drive to arrive in the Pink city Jaipur. It needs 5 hours to pass a distance of 250 kms. Here you have several things to uncover including the local market and 500 years old business oprendi. Check in a hotel for night stay and dinner.

Day 04: In Jaipur
In the morning, go to experience the first taste to Maharaja with an elephant ride to amber Fort. Uncover the history and culture of Rajasthani folk while touring the city Palaces and Forts of Jaipur. Overnight stay is offered at Jaipur where you will be tempted by the traditional Rajasthani cuisine.

Day 05: Jaipur – Agra
It is the day to visit splendid Agra, which remains 250 kms from Jaipur. In this 5 hours journey you will meet Fatehpur Sikri, a saga of craftsmanship on the way. Check in a hotel in Agra, after a little refreshment make your way to the finest architectural example and the magnificent symbol of love- the Taj Mahal. The mausoleum looks stunning at time of sunset, so grasp this immortal experience. Stay your night at Agra hotel and take dinner.

Day 06: Agra- Delhi
Before tea, you have also the option to visit the Taj Mahal again. After breakfast visit other souvenirs of Agra as Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Drive back to Delhi on the same day. Night stay will preferable at Delhi hotel.

Travel companies that can get you there….

Tour Operators and Travel Agents based in the US

Friendly Planet
Himalayan International Tours
Odysseys Unlimited
iExplore

In-Bound Tour Operators based in India

Indovision Tours (Trips2India)
Erco Travels
Indian Horizons
ET Trav Aides (Tour Mart India)

Family Vacations

noreply@blogger.com (Ed Whiting) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:09:00 +0000

5 companies that provide family vacations...

Historic Pines Ranch:
Dedicated Family weeks June 7th to August 29th, 2009

G.A.P Adventures:
From the unique wildlife of the Galapagos to the hill tribe villages of Thailand

Abercrombie and Kent:
Luxury family vacations worldwide; from escorted tours to tailor made; Kenya to Europe

Gate 1 Travel:
Worldwide vacation tours which caters for families

WIMCO:
Villa rental specialists throughout the Caribbean, Italy, the French Riviera, Greece and Morocco ideal for families