Tour Packages News
- mDialog Introduces New Version of Its iPhone Application With Places and Socialize Features Wednesday, January 7, 2009 @ 4:28AM Macworld Conference and Expo
- Teamwork used to draw tourists Wednesday, January 7, 2009 @ 4:08AMBusinesses, nonprofit groups and the city government are teaming up to draw visitors during the traditionally slow months for tourism in Ashland from January through April.
- France on a budget: moneysaving tips Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:14PMWith the pound at virtual parity against the euro our Savvy Traveller offers a guide to saving money across the Channel.
- Sony Ericsson Open Tickets On Sale Monday Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 11:49AMCORAL GABLES, FL, USA - Single-session tickets for all 22 sessions of the 2009 Sony Ericsson Open will go on sale Monday, January 5 beginning at 9am. Fans can purchase tickets by calling the Sony Ericsson Open Ticket Office at +1.305.442.3367 or by going online at www.sonyericssonopen.com .
- Tourists staying home despite big bowl game in Phoenix Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:18PMTravel agents have reported slim sales to Phoeniz, Ariz., where the University of Texas Longhorns will take on the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Fiesta Bowl Monday.
- AURORA! Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:03PMLast winter, my 10-year-old son and I headed to a destination that had friends and family wondering if we had lost our minds.
- On the campaign trail to history Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:57AM CAMPAIGN: A former Canandaigua man was behind Obama campaign videos from August 2007 to the historic election Nov. 4, 2008.
- PGA Tour treading water, worried about economy, as 2009 season looms Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 6:55AMRead full story for latest details.
- Around the world on a shoe-string budget Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:50AMWith the deep and long drawn recession adversely affecting the budget of the globetrotters, the tour operators are coming up with low cost options
- Timberjay Newspapers Online Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 2:14AMLocal soldier talks strategy for winning battle in Afghanistan Afghanistan was a forgotten country in the war on terror as the focus shifted to Iraq. But that changed this year as U.S. troop deaths there overtook casualties in Iraq and the Pentagon has returned its attention to what senior military officials label the longest campaign of a long war on terror.
- Keep Gardening In Winter With Spice Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 5:16PMSACRAMENTO, Calif. — At her family-run herb farm in Vacaville, Calif., Rose Loveall-Sale hears the same question often this time of year.
- Pop culture in 2009 Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:36PMEntertainment Writer Rick de Yampert and Fanboy Tom Iacuzio take a look into their crystal ball to see what the future holds for pop culture 2009.
- Azinger, Ryder Cup top story Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 1:09PMPaul Azinger planned his work and worked his plan as captain of the winning U.S. Ryder Cup team in 2008.
- Melding history with Hollywood Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:21PMVirginia Film Tours expands
- Sunnyvale Councilman in Iraq: No care packages, but campaign contributions welcome Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:27AMInstead of care packages from home, Sunnyvale City Councilman Otto Lee, who ran unsuccessfully for county supervisor, is asking his supporters for contributions to help him retire a $182,000 campaign debt.
- Metallica bends the Internet to its advantage Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 8:31AMWho would have thought the band who famously fought Napster would be, eight years later, masters of the Internet? Its guitarist, for one, didn’t.
- Barrier-free tours gain popularity Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:59AMSo-called barrier-free tours are on the rise at home and abroad as travel agencies try to come up with a wider variety of travel packages that cater to the needs of elderly and disabled people. Two years ago, Matsuyoshi Yamaguchi, 66, and his wife, Keiko, 62, took part in their first barrier-free tour in Japan on the advice of an acquaintance. Read the full story
- No Plans Yet? We Got You Covered Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 3:34AM There is something for everyone to do in the Bay Area on New Years whether you want to see traditional fireworks, have an amazing five course meal or celebrate New Years Japanese style.
- Monoz cry foul over package Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 2:54AMClub not amused with US$40 000 prize money as champions CHAMPIONS Monomotapa have called for a review of the financial package given to clubs ahead of the start of the 2009 CBZ Premiership season arguing that teams’ viability remained in danger if the current set-up was not evaluated.
- Year In Review November, 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:02PMThe Town of Nipawin also places public notices in the papers when they are going to change land use, zoning or traffic bylaws. Some changes have to be made public due to legislation, however, some they don’t have to advertise.
- 29 places to go in 2009 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:52PM While you may have less travel budget in 2009, there are still plenty of places to discover that won’t break the bank. Get out and explore these 29 places before the crowds do ... in 2010.
- Last chance to board: Dinner train leaving Walled Lake Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:13PMIt was 50 years ago when the last steam engine passed through Walled Lake, and this New Year’s Eve, the last passenger train will make its final journey through the city.
- Who says you can’t go home? Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 9:49PMFamilies of the Bossier City-based National Guard’s 165th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion received a late Christmas present Tuesday as their loved ones returned home from a yearlong tour in Iraq.
- Ajay Jain, author of Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 5:09AMSelf-drive holidays are slowly finding a place in the vacation plans of Indian travellers.
- Former Scout recalls reaching out to soldier at special time Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 1:24AMWhile holidays often inspire people to rekindle relationships, this Christmas season prompted one Warren County woman to wonder about a man she always wanted to meet.
- Explore Panama City’s cultural history for $599 Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 10:37PM Get to know Panama City, where 18th-century architecture meets modern skyscrapers, and the cultural history is so rich, it counts seven indigenous groups.
- Quebec City: No city quite like it Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:23PMQuebec City TourismQuebec City at night. A quick look at the Quebec City telephone directory, and I instantly knew the French part of Canada was a place where no one would mess up my name. Having two first, or last,...
- Downturn has Las Vegas hedging bets Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:06PM(By Ashley Powers, Los Angeles Times) Las Vegas has staked its future on 320-thread count linens, 2,200 square-foot suites, filet mignon and $5,000 bets on slot machines. The latest batch of mega-resorts revels in luxury – thrift mostly vanished with showgirls and the Rat Pack. Now some observers are wondering whether that was a wise bet. The recession has hobbled Las Vegas casinos, once lauded ...
- ‘It’s the best thing ever’ Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:02PMThanksgiving was a blessing for the Harris family, when Spc. Ben Harris came home from Iraq earlier than expected and was able to spend the holiday with his family.
- Ongoing events Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 6:19PMThe 4 indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members, children and/or advance purchase.
- Latest News Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 9:25PMNature Pointe Community in Tijeras was awarded the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties Award for Excellence for Residential and Amenities.
- Sports fans, choose wisely with dollars Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 3:27AMShortly after announcing the National Basketball Association was laying off approximately 10 percent of its employees, Commissioner David Stern made a profound prediction.
- Chinese search for deals in U.S. housing market Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 5:19PMWith housing prices crashing in the U.S., homebuying trips to America are becoming one of the more popular tour-group packages in China.
- Precious Packages holding food drive Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 2:36PMPrecious Packages Childcare is holding a food drive through Jan. 17.
- Put your cares away and hop a cruise Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 2:06PMFor those who plan a cruise vacation, the fun begins way before the destination is in sight; it starts as soon as passengers set foot on the ship.
- Metallica bends the Internet to its advantage Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 7:30PMWho would have thought the band who famously fought Napster would be, eight years later, masters of the Internet?
- Songwriter follows untraditional path Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 7:20PMWHO: Brendan James with April Smith. WHAT: Folk-rock/pop. WHEN: 7 p.m. Sunday. WHERE: Blender Theater at Gramercy, 127 E. 23rd St., Manhattan; 212-777-6800.
- BOC Cancels Dates After Frontman Takes A Fall Down Stairs Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 4:20PM
- Ticketed for the holidays: Big gifts in small packages Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 4:16PMWith only a week until Christmas, some shoppers are taking the easy way out rather than scouring crowded stores for that perfect gift.
- Biking for the troops Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 3:26PMAfter chatting with his fellow riders as they stood near the old American Canyon Police Station, Al Donaldson walked toward his Harley Davidson.
- Why Cruises Are a Great Way to Spend Luxury Vacations Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 3:00PMWhen pricing out a cruise, keep in mind that the price includes a lot of amenities and extras that guided tours and independent travel packages may not include. Of course, the price of your cruise includes accommodations, but they also include all food.
- Local golf: Upcoming events, instruction Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 10:53AMUpcoming golf events
- OUT & ABOUT Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 9:26AM MUSIC
- Open Letter: NZ Local Government & Housing Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 9:16AMFurther to your response email of Sunday December 7, 2008 with respect to housing / local government matters, where you stated “Let’s say we agree on the diagnosis, what is the tool to catalyze change in local government thinking?”– I have had ...
- NHS members collect to help soldiers Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 7:36AMOTTAWA - Because of word of mouth and the generosity of students at Ottawa-Glandorf High School, six soldiers in Iraq will soon receive a box of personal-hygiene items and candy.
- Cell firms brace for gridlock at presidential inauguration Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 7:15AMWASHINGTON — Going to the inauguration next month? Planning to send a photo of all the revelry from your cell phone to your friends back home at the moment Barack Obama takes the oath of office?
- International event set to draw the crowds to Genting Highlands Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 7:14AMFOR the fifth consecutive year, Malaysia will play host to the biggest international ballroom dancing championships, this time at the Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands on Feb 27 and 28 next year.
- South African Airways Announces New Non-Stop Service from New York JFK to South Africa Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 3:48AMSouth African Airways has announced that it will operate new non-stop service from New York JFK to Johannesburg beginning May 1, 2009. Flight SA204, which will now depart at 11:35AM and arrive in Johannesburg at 8:45AM the following day, opens up a host of online connections, taking more travelers to more of Africa through SAA’s Johannesburg hub.
- Local Soldier Home For Christmas Wednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 10:33AMCRANDON - A Rhinelander soldier is home after a 2-year tour of duty in Iraq.
- Qatar Airways shows the spirit of National Day Wednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 10:10AMDOHA: Qatar Airways is actively supporting events to celebrate the country’s National Day tomorrow.