November 4, 2009
JENKINTOWN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Argentina is known as a wonderland of beauty, tango, food, wine, and (of course) soccer. Once an exotic playground for backpackers, adventure seekers, and high-rolling wine connoisseurs, Argentina seemed out of limits for the average traveler. But now, thanks to Friendly Planet Travel, more vacationers than ever before can experience one of South America’s most resplendent countries. The company’s 11-day Incredible Argentina tour for $1,599 includes
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November 3, 2009
MALLIN GRANDE, Chile–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Patagonia Acres Fishing Lodge has opened its doors as the premier destination for trout fishing on Lake General Carrera. Nearly 900 miles south of Santiago, Patagonia Acres is in the heart of sport fishing’s last frontier. “We provide the most complete and comfortable guided fishing excursions and accommodations in South America,” said Chris Harrison, owner. “With years of fishing experience, we take guests to fly and spincast fishin
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November 2, 2009
Brazil, being one of South Americas most popular destinations for gay vacations due to its welcoming and accepting atmosphere and large LGBT population, offers a variety of gay travel options that are appealing to both gay men and …
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October 27, 2009
New release: South American Handbook 2010: 86th annual edition of the 'bible' for travel in South America (Footprint .. http://bit.ly/3ElK70
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October 25, 2009
Planeterra established the Peru Streetkids Project to give back to the people in the communities where so many travelers visit every year to explore the Inca Trail and Machu Pichu during their travels through South America.
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October 25, 2009
Planeterra established the Peru Streetkids Project to give back to the people in the communities where so many travelers visit every year to explore the Inca Trail and Machu Pichu during their travels through South America.
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October 25, 2009
Gay and straight travelers alike flock to Brazil in droves to enjoy the pristine beaches, beautiful people, exciting nightlife, diverse culture and lavish annual celebrations, such as Carnival. As one of the most welcoming and accepting gay vacation destinations in South America, Brazil is a popular choice for both gay men and lesbians looking for fun in the sun or a relaxing respite in a tropical paradise. From luxury gay vacations in exclusive beachfront resorts, to exotic excursions into remo
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October 23, 2009
Visitors who travel South America can visit tremendous mountains, amazing rain forests and beautiful beaches. A trip to South America will expose travelers to various languages and cultures from both the new world of Europe to the …
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October 21, 2009
The glamorous industrial powerhouse Sao Paulo is the world’s third largest city and the largest in South America. Described as a “concrete jungle” the city is in constant growth, particularly upwards. The fast-paced cosmopolitan metropolis may not be the prettiest of cities, but offers it plenty of glamour and tons of South American flair. There’s ample to see and do with top-rate nightlife, restaurants and impressive cultural and arts scenes. As a major business hub, Sao Paulo hosts over 90
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October 19, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–US Airways (NYSE: LCC) is set to begin daily, non-stop service from its Charlotte, N.C. hub to the newly elected host city of the 2016 Olympic Games – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – on Dec. 15. Customers can score great savings on flights to Rio de Janeiro when they book their trip by Nov. 15 and begin travel between Jan. 7 and Feb. 10, 2010. “US Airways, like the Olympic Games, is going to South America for the first time,” said Senior Vice Pr
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September 3, 2008
Helping to offset airfares that are averaging $40 higher than last year, Travelocity and its hotel and cruise partners are offering the biggest sale in the company’s history. Starting today, the offering comes just in time to help customers stretch their travel dollar as they plan for the fall and holiday travel season. The Race to Savings runs through Nov. 15 and applies to hotel and vacation package stays through Jan. 15, 2009 and on select cruises through Dec. 2009.
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July 27, 2008
The dollar’s decline hasn’t dampened enthusiasm for travel abroad among large numbers of Americans – but it has shortened the distance they are willing to travel, according to a new survey from Visa.
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July 24, 2008
With gas prices maintaining never-before-seen levels and airlines simultaneously cutting flights, reducing perks and increasing fares, many consumers have been left to wonder if the days of cheap travel are over. Not so, says Cheapflights.com, the search engine that continues to make it easy for travelers with flexible schedules to find cheap deals to destinations around the world. In its just-published report entitled “Travelnomics: Getting a Good Deal in Today’s Economy,” Cheapflights offers easy-to-understand analysis and advice behind the multitude of challenges facing the travel industry. A number of strategies for consumers looking to score a good deal are also outlined in the report.
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July 21, 2008
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 26 countries, today launched the new www.luxurycollection.com, unveiling a world of exploration featuring unique, authentic and enriching experiences at the world’s most desirable destinations. Far more than a hotel website, luxurycollection.com is an international travel destination site with exclusive travel information, original editorial content, insider travel tips, and recommendations from local destination experts. The new brand site also features exceptional photography from National Geographic Image Collection, giving The Luxury Collection’s affluent global explorers access to the magnificent settings surrounding each Luxury Collection property.
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July 15, 2008
With travel prices on the rise, creativity is a must for those who want to save this summer. Recent IgoUgo data shows that travelers are ready and willing to explore new and different vacation options to keep their costs at a minimum. Strategies such as home exchanges or traveling to lesser-known destinations are becoming popular with those who want to save some dough.
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