Koya-San, Sacred Japan
June 30, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Only 2-hours away from the flashing neon of the karaoke and pachinko parlors of... [Read more]
Poker Tournament in Singapore
June 30, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
(PRWEB) June 30, 2006 — Betfair has become the first gaming company permitted to present a poker tournament in Singapore.
Betfair, the world’s leading betting exchange, has teamed up with local operators Capital Events to host the ground-breaking contest in November.
The Betfair Asian Poker Tour will feature players from across the world competing for an anticipated $2 million prize fund. The event... [Read more]
William Karz
June 29, 2006 | Written by WilliamK
Following in the footsteps of many young aspiring writers, William has gone to great lengths to find a story worth telling. Whether it is a script about his experience with the Israeli military, a literary traveler’s account or a series of third person narratives geared towards the travel marketing industry, he writes with a refreshing perspective and is keen on soulful anecdotes.
A native of Los Angeles, William... [Read more]
Freediving Eleuthera, Bahamas
June 28, 2006 | Written by Jesse
Freediving is a very misunderstood type of aquatic sport, one that seems to be better known in Europe where world-class athletes descend to incredible depths of more than 300 feet. It can be risky at the professional level, cold and dark at exaggerated depths. True pros can hold their breath for an incredible eight (8!) minutes plus, and have physically transformed their minds and bodies through rigorous training regimens,... [Read more]
Baja! Cooking on the Edge & free recipe
June 28, 2006 | Written by Jesse
¡BAJA!
COOKING ON THE EDGE
By Deborah M. Schneider
“the reigning queen of San Diego chefs.” – Bon Appétit
Photographs by Maren Caruso
Winner of the 2006 IACP Award for Best Photography for CHOCOLATE OBSESSION
(Summer 2006) Baja California has long been a place of adventure. Separated from the mainland of Mexico by the Gulf of California, Baja remains... [Read more]
1 Night Free at Roberts Grove—Belize
June 28, 2006 | Written by Jesse
For Immediate Release
Contact: Inez Freund/Jen Cosgrove
IConnect Public Relations
(845) 988-1701
“One Night Free” Summer Special
July through October 2006
From Belize’s Luxurious Inn At Robert’s Grove
Placencia, Belize, June 28, 2006 - The best vacation to be found anywhere in Belize just got even better, as The Inn at Robert’s... [Read more]
Stingray City, Jamaica Open
June 28, 2006 | Written by Jesse
Jamaica (June 28, 2006)—Getting friendly with the locals is about to take on a new meaning for guests of Goldeneye, the chic Island Outpost resort and former hideaway of James Bond creator Ian Fleming. Stingray City, Jamaica located at James Bond Beach a mere 10-minute walk from Goldeneye’s back door in neighboring Oracabessa - is a hot new attraction affording visitors the rush of getting up close... [Read more]
Asian Golf in Brunei
June 28, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Following last year’s inaugural Brunei Golf Open hosted by The Empire Hotel & Country Club, which was voted ‘Best Host Venue’ by golfers, the 2006 Asian Tour returns from August 24-27 to our championship course beside the South China Sea.
For those not quite up to the professional level of the tour, guests have a rare opportunity to experience the course, as well as a round at Jerudong Park Country Club,... [Read more]
Grand Hyatt Bali’s Renovation
June 28, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Grand Hyatt Bali has officially re-launched the newly renovated rooms which located in West and South village. Grand Hyatt Bali’s guestrooms are aesthetically designed to exude harmony and homely ambience to create the mood of “home away from home” by using warm earth tone colors throughout the space. Beige in color or natural look has given a warm prominent touch to the room. Modern technology and attention to... [Read more]
ITKT Podcast Interview
June 27, 2006 | Written by Jesse
Listen to this podcast from PR Web to hear an interview with Devin Galaudet from In the Know Traveler discuss the site, the direction we are headed and what we hope to accomplish. This is a first for us, and we hope to continue with our own podcast soon.
…or... [Read more]
A Few Words on the Maori Culture with Leanne
June 26, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
My most memorable time in New Zealand was spent with a few kind Maori people that were willing to show me a little about... [Read more]
ITKT’s Official Launch
June 23, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
In The Know Traveler brings travel back to life with a focus beyond the usual hotel reviews. This new site features original destination stories, insight into cultural exchange, and travel news from around the globe. [Read more]
Written by Devin GalaudetNew Tuscan Wellness Package
June 23, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Coconut Grove, FL, June 2006 — Tuscan Way, the eight-year-old company known for its Tuscan cooking vacations, is showcasing a seven-day yoga and wellness package, September 16-22, at Villa Castelletti, a 15th-century estate set within a lush 17-acre park, nine miles from Florence. This extraordinary program, priced at $2,590 per person, double, provides a high level of personal attention to students along with a... [Read more]
New Lounge at John Lennon Museum
June 23, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Saitama, Japan … June 1, 2006 … The John Lennon Museum unveiled its first public lounge today. The exhibition facility, dedicated to the former Beatle, by his widow Yoko Ono, opened on October 9, 2000 – on what would have been John’s 60th birthday — in Saitama, Japan, just 40 minutes/15 miles north of Tokyo. The 2200 square foot lounge provides casual and comfortable modern couches, desks and chairs, along... [Read more]
Banyan Tree Phuket Promotion
June 23, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Singapore, June 2006 - In conjunction with the 2006 World Cup, Banyan TreePhuket springs a surprise goal with an irresistible and exceptional Half Time escapade. Guests who take up this exclusive package will enjoy 50% savings on villa rates, Banyan Tree Spa massages and sumptuous daily buffet breakfast (inclusive of champagne). The offer is available online at www.banyantree.com... [Read more]
Diving Deep in St. Vincent and the Grenedines
June 23, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
NEW YORK, NY, June 22, 2006 - Deep in the southern Caribbean, the laidback charm of St. Vincent and the Grenadines permeates every aspect of life: from colorful weekend markets, secluded beaches, hidden anchorages, and warm delightful people. The heart of this archipelago is St. Vincent, whose lush mountainous interior extends to black sand shorelines, and volcanic walls dip below the waves into a pristine - and surprisingly... [Read more]
Potiki Now Seven Days a Week
June 23, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Potiki Adventures announce that due to demand, their Urban Maori Experience will now be available 7 days per week, year round. This unique tour explores Auckland from a Maori perspective, providing an insight into the local secrets behind some of the beautiful landscapes and historical sites around the region.
A key point of difference with Potiki tours is that the owners Melissa Crockett and Bianca Ranson introduce... [Read more]
Learning to Cook in Turkey
June 22, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The Sarnic Hotel is ideally located in Istanbul and just a short walk to the Blue Mosque. It also teaches visitors how to cook Turkish cuisine. Below is a note I received from Eveline Zoutendijk, owner of the Sarnic Hotel, for our readers interested in learning to cook Turkish meals. -dg-
We generally hold them [classes] from 10:00 to 14:00 on any given day that we have enough participants (on average we... [Read more]
Golf on the Go
June 20, 2006 | Written by Jesse
Traveling on business and want to fit in a round of golf in-between meetings and events? Pull out your laptop and go to GolfBuzz.com. The world’s first social networking site for golfers is the fastest and easiest way to find a list of all the local courses where you’re headed, complete with driving directions, maps, weather updates, and reviews by other golfers. Once you’ve picked... [Read more]
New on the Out Islands
June 19, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
NASSAU, Bahamas — Mar. 27, 2006 — The Bahamas’ best kept secret is “Out” and developers are looking to the untouched beach shores aligned by the most impossibly cobalt-blue and turquoise waters that make up the Out Islands. With managed growth ranging from luxury casinos to Audubon recognized developments, these unspoiled islands in The Bahamas are undergoing a hopping renaissance while still maintaining... [Read more]
From Japan Travel Updates
June 19, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Hotel New Otani Tokyo
Is now offering a special promotional rate through Aug. 31, 2006, “Stay 5 Get Super Saver Discount” for guests who stay for 5 consecutive nights or more.
http://www.newotani.co.jp/en/tokyo/
Hotel New Otani Osaka Is offering a “Business Value Package” through Dec. 31, 2006. This special package... [Read more]
New Helicopters to Machu Picchu
June 19, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Cuzco, Peru- June 9, 2006:- For four hundred years, it took a week on foot to reach Machu Picchu, the “Lost Citadel of the Incas.” And for close to a century, it has taken travelers more than four hours by train. But late in May, helicopter service was inaugurated from Cuzco to Machu Picchu, speeding travelers to the site in a brief 30 minutes.
“Machu Picchu is now eight hours closer to the United States,”... [Read more]
Thyssen Bornemissza opens with Masterpieces
June 16, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
MADRID, Spain, June 16, 2006 – Works from one of the most significant private collections in Latin America will get its first public showing when the Thyssen Bornemissza Museum opens “From Cranach to Monet: Masterpieces from the Pérez Simón Collection” on June 20. Designed to give visitors a synthesis of the most important movements in art history from the 14th to the 19th centuries, the exhibition will showcase... [Read more]
Wrestling in Mexico
June 16, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
MEXICO CITY, June 16, 2006 — Hollywood funny man Jack Black’s new movie, Nacho Libre, which portrays the wild world of Mexican wrestling, was shot on location in Mexico’s Pacific coastal state of Oaxaca. As audiences enjoy the comedic adventures of Nacho, the main character, they will also learn about Mexican popular culture and take in the breathtaking views of Oaxaca.
Nacho Libre’s storyline revolves around... [Read more]
RSS Feeds on ITKT
June 15, 2006 | Written by Jesse
RSS feeds have been available on the ITKT site for some time, but you may not have noticed: this system allows for you to pick up the “feed” of stories and essentially syndicate them to an RSS news reader. This can be done with a program such as NetNewsWire for the Mac or SharpReader on the... [Read more]
Desroches Island Resort Discounts
June 15, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
DESROCHES ISLAND, Seychelles (June 15, 2006) It’s a dream made up of white sand beaches, swaying palm trees and cerulean water. A privileged retreat: upscale without pretense, spectacular but understated, and definitely unspoiled by the maddening crowds. A small island some five miles long and less than a mile wide but with 11 miles of virgin, palm-fringed beaches Desroches is part of the Amirantes Archipelago,... [Read more]
Diving Guam
June 15, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
TUMON, Guam, June 15, 2006 Divers from around the world travel to Guam to dive the deepest water on Earth, the 37,000-foot-deep Marianas Trench. And while they’re there, many take in the only undersea site where shipwrecks
from WWI and WWII rest side by side.
Guam is much more than a destination for the expert diver. It also presents a world of underwater magnificence for divers of all skill levels and... [Read more]
E-Tokyo Today’s First Issue
June 15, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Welcome to Tokyo Metropolis, where traditional and advanced cultures coexist! Come and discover the allure of Tokyo you have never seen. Tokyo awaits you with a true spirit of hospitality.
The e-mail newsletter e-Tokyo Today provides hot tourist information from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Please be sure to check it out as it is supplementary to the information letter Tokyo Today while providing timely information.... [Read more]
Boosting Tourism in Cagayan North
June 14, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Geared toward rediscovering the beauty of Luzon’s northeasternmost province, the 2nd Palaui Island Aquathlon Challenge was recently held at Cape Engaño in Palaui Island, Sta. Ana, Cagayan.
First held in 2005, the event aims to drum up awareness on Cagayan’s varied tourist attractions and establish the province as a major sports and adventure destination. Likewise, it endeavors to gain support for the restoration... [Read more]
Pakiri Horseback
June 13, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Pakiri Beach Horse Rides Pakiri Beach Horse Rides is a Qualmark accredited operation that offers scenic horse-back tours for both experienced and inexperienced riders, ranging from one hour rides to multi-day safaris. All rides travel along the beautiful white sand Pakiri Beach, and the longer rides roam through ancient pohutukawa groves, native bush, pine forests and farmland. The multi-day safaris range from two to seven... [Read more]
Asia Transpacific’s Fall Tours
June 13, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
BOULDER, CO, May 5 - Folks have different expectations of luxury when it comes to vacation travel. For some it’s highest possible thread counts and staff waiting to be in service outside a guest room door. For others luxury means leaving no stone unturned regarding the possibilities of learning about a new culture, about experiences that go far beyond the expectations of guidebooks to delve into the heart and soul... [Read more]
Qantas Offers New Flight
June 13, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
LOS ANGELES - May 3, 2006 - Occasionally, discriminating travelers get an opportunity that is just too good to pass up. During the peak travel season, Qantas Airways is adding new non-stop flights between San Francisco and Vancouver, Canada. Offering internationally renowned in-flight service for travel between the U.S. and Canada, these new seasonal flights are scheduled to operate on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from... [Read more]
Destination Weddings Do’s/Don’ts
June 12, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The Do’s and Don’ts of Destination Weddings: Celebrity Wedding Planner Sasha Souza’s Advice to Couples
Do…
If your friends and family are scattered across the country - or even the world - a destination wedding provides a neutral location that doesn’t favor any particular side of the family. Why deal with disgruntled relatives on the most important occasion of your life?
Northland Launches Food and Wine Trail
June 12, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Northland has launched its first food and wine trail featuring 62 food and wine experiences throughout New Zealand’s warmest region - plus a “Northland Seasonal Specials” campaign that makes access to the region even better value during autumn and winter.
The free Northland Food & Wine Trail map lists everything from farm gate sales, to chocolate factories, cheese factories, farmers’ markets, Northland... [Read more]
British Open Tip
June 12, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
ATLANTA, GA – If you’re going to be in the vicinity of Royal Liverpool, site of the 2006 British Open, July 20-23, you might want to take advantage of one of Gordon Dalgleish’s top 10 tips for playing and enjoying golf in his native Scotland: “One of the best-kept secrets of the Open Championship is that you can usually walk up on the final day and buy a ticket. It’s not that difficult.” The egalitarian... [Read more]
Ryder Cup in Ireland
June 12, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The Ryder Cup matches have a long and proud history, stretching back to the first game in the US in 1927. Ireland is proud to become part of that history, hosting the Ryder Cup at the K Club in Kildare, September 22 – 24, 2006. Here is a list of some tour operators presenting the Ryder Cup Tours
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