On the Loose in Toulouse
July 31, 2007 | Written by Andrew Hill
Though not a popular destination for native English-speaking tourists, Toulouse—situated about 100 kilometers... [Read more]
The Wonders of Israeli Wine
July 31, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
New York: July 24, 2007 - August at the Scots hotel is dedicated to the Israeli Wine wonders. During the weekends guests are invited to wine work shops, gourmet meals accompanied by wines, tours to the vineyards and to the Golan Heights wineries. All activities will be accompanied by Jazz music played by the best Israeli... [Read more]
Merdeka Day in Malaysia
July 31, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
LOS ANGELES -This August, come and be apart of the celebrations and happiness that
Merdeka Day has to offer. Cap off an exciting Merdeka Month with Merdeka Day
Celebrations on August 31st in the beautiful city of Putrajaya.
Merdeka Day welcomes in Malaysia’s 50th anniversary of independence from Britain, but
more importantly, the stupendous... [Read more]
The 25th Jerash Festival in Jordan
July 30, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
The Greco-Roman city of Gerasa will host the silver jubilee celebration of the Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts starting July 25. The South Theatre will be the venue for official opening, featuring Jordanian vocalists accompanied by the National Jordanian Orchestra, Lubna Far, acting general manager of the festival, announced. The festival, which will run through August... [Read more]
Ireland in Touch
July 30, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Feeling the effects of silly season? Where better to indulge in something weird and wonderful than magical Ireland….
1) Kayaking through biolumiscence at night in County Cork
In remote south-west Ireland lies a lake that offers an aquatic version of the glorious Northern Lights. Join international... [Read more]
Deluxe Riverboat on Russian Waterways
July 29, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
This July, the Russian waterways will see its first truly deluxe riverboat, the Volga Dream, make its way from Moscow to St. Petersburg, stopping in the Golden Ring cities of Uglich, Yaroslavl, Goritzy, and the picturesque island-town of Kizhi, as well as the villages of Mandrogy, and Valaam. Exeter International is proud to introduce this ground-breaking vessel to travelers... [Read more]
Hilton New Tours in Paris
July 29, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
PARIS – July 12, 2007 – This summer, travelers to the City of Light can explore world-famous monuments and discover unknown local treasures in an eco-friendly way with Hilton Hotels’ new “Paris en Bicyclette” package. With the recent “Paris Breathes” initiative, cycling around France’s capital has taken off... [Read more]
El Surf en Nicaragua (Español)
July 29, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Recientemente nuestro país participó en el 1er Campeonato Centroamericano de Surf, el que se realizó en Playa Esterillos, Costa Rica, donde el Equipo Nacional de Surf de Nicaragua, se colocó en el 2do lugar, gracias al esfuerzo de todos los miembros del equipo, quienes dieron lo mejor de cada uno, demostrando que Nicaragua además de ser un destino de gran atractivo... [Read more]
Boutique Hotel Opening in St. Lucia
July 28, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
July 10, 2007, Cap Estate, St. Lucia, West Indies - Situated at the northern tip of St. Lucia, Cap Maison is set atop an ocean bluff above a secluded sandy beach with long views to historic Pigeon Island and across to the neighboring island of Martinique. Its elevated setting, between the calm waters of the Caribbean... [Read more]
Camera Talk: The HV20 and a Tripod
July 28, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I finally had the opportunity to use the Canon HV20 in an actual travel setting while bouncing around Stockholm and then Copenhagen (ITKT readers can expect several articles and/or videos on each destination over the next few months.). In this addition, I look at the need for a tripod.
The camera performed well as both tripod mounted and hand-held. However, for pans I will still have to get either a tripod or monopod... [Read more]
Travelocity Mexico Launches
July 27, 2007 | Written by Jesse
Travelocity has launched Travelocity Mexico to serve residents of Mexico and its Spanish-speaking customers in North America. Great news for traveling to and from Mexico!
For more on Mexico at ITKT
Back to the... [Read more]
Buenaventura Grand Hotel Renews
July 24, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Puerto Vallarta, MEXICO– July 24, 2007 – Destination for play. Haven for serenity. The new Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Spa has completed renovations which have been underway since November 2006. The hotel formerly known as, Buenaventura Hotel & Beach Club was re-named, Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Spa reflecting the hotels’ top to bottom transformation... [Read more]
El Arte del Getty Center (video podcast)
July 24, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
En este video, Maryl platica son Sandy Rodriguez, una representante del Getty Center, quien se especializa en el arte del museo que contiene parte de la impresionante coleccion del difunto petrolero J. Paul Getty. Sandy nos muestra como decifrar los detalles... [Read more]
Argentina en Español
July 22, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
Bienvenidos a nuestra nueva seccion de In The Know Traveler, titulada In The Know Español. En este video nuestra intrepida periodista Maryl Celiz y el equipo de ITKT tuvieron la oportunidad de platicar con Fernando Brun sobre Argentina y todo lo que este pais tiene para ofrecer. Estas entrevistas son parte de una serie que se grabo en el Long Beach Convention Center... [Read more]
Singapore Airlines Gets Bigger
July 22, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
LOS ANGELES, July 10, 2007 – Beginning today, passengers flying Singapore Airlines’ new B777-300ER service from Los Angeles will experience the airline’s $360 million investment in innovations – designed to provide passengers in all three classes with more space, comfort and control of their in-flight experience. Highlights of the new First, Business and Economy... [Read more]
The New France Festival in Quebec
July 20, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Under the unifying theme “games and entertainment”, the 11th edition of the New France Festival will take place from August 1 to 5, 2007. The kick-off will be on Wednesday, August 1 with a large opening parade in Old Québec. Giants and other oversized characters will be on the streets. The pilgrimage From One Basilica to the Other, held on August 5, is a walk along Route de la Nouvelle-France,... [Read more]
Virgin America Starting to Fly
July 20, 2007 | Written by Jesse
Wouldn’t you love to fly on an airline with low fares, excellent service, and cutting-edge in-flight entertainment? What about leather seats, massage chairs and mood lighting? Virgina America is ready to provide such things as they set to take off and return flying to the relaxing and exciting endeavor it once was.
Virgin America is about to change the face of U.S. air travel starting right now. The upstart airline... [Read more]
Peru en Español
July 20, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
Bienvenidos a nuestra nueva seccion de In The Know Traveler, titulada In The Know Español. En este video nuestra intrepida periodista Maryl Celiz y el equipo de ITKT tuvieron la oportunidad de platicar con Aelin Perez R. sobre Peru... [Read more]
Scenic Walks with Go Ireland
July 20, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
KILLORGLIN, IRELAND – July 2007 – Go Ireland has announced an attractive, feature- and value-filled portfolio of tours for exploring Ireland on foot this year. Always very attuned to the needs of single travelers, this organization offers single rooms at a... [Read more]
Central Europe with Simplon-Orient
July 19, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
New York- July 3, 2007:- The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE) is forging a new route this Sunday, July 8th as it departs Venice en route to Krakow. The Central European Grand Tour is an exciting and enriching seven-night tour taking the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express across five countries, unveiling Slovakia’s picturesque countryside and Poland’s... [Read more]
Villa del Arco Opens in Cabo San Lucas
July 18, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
San Diego, CA (July 3, 2007) – The Villa Group announced today that the Villa del Arco Beach Resort and Desert Spa is slated for a July 13 Grand Opening in Cabo San Lucas. Stretching along the white sands of El Médano Beach - the safest swimming beach in the popular Baja destination - the upscale, family-friendly property lies adjacent to the ultra-luxurious Villa La Estancia and active Villa del Palmar Beach Resort... [Read more]
Puerto Rico en Español
July 18, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
Bienvenidos a nuestra nueva seccion de In The Know Traveler, titulada In The Know Español. En este video nuestra intrepida periodista Maryl Celiz y el equipo de ITKT tuvieron la oportunidad de platicar con Vanessa Lugo y Yolanda Figueroa sobre Puerto Rico... [Read more]
Luxury Vessel and the Peruvian Amazon
July 16, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Iquitos, Peru (July 13, 2007): The M/V Aqua, the Peruvian Amazon’s first truly luxury expedition vessel, will set off on its virgin voyage January 12, 2008 from the port city of Iquitos, Peru, to explore some of the more remote and pristine areas of the Amazon River and its... [Read more]
El Arte de Getty Villa
July 16, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
En este video Maryl platica con Veronica Alvarez, una representante de la Villa sobre una de las piezas favoritas del coleccionista J. Paul Getty, localizada en el Getty Villa. Titulada Heracles, la obra se caracteriza no solo por su majestuosa cara,... [Read more]
Lion Safari in Kenya
July 16, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
PRESS RELEASE – The tail end of the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra occurs in November in Kenya. Wildlife Safari is offering an 8-day Lion safari in Kenya with two departures, November 12 and November 19. Land cost at US$ 1995 per person sharing. This tour features one night at the Nairobi Hilton Hotel,... [Read more]
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