Passport cards recommended for US travelers who drive to Canada … - The Eureka Reporter

August 12, 2008 - Posted in Cheap travel, Cruises, Expedia Travel, Information, Mexico packages, Photos

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. State Department’s new passport cards, which are wallet-sized identification cards designed to speed border crossings by U.S. citizens to Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean, are proving popular already.
More than 350,000 Americans have pre-ordered the passport cards, according to the State Department.
The card is not valid for any type of air travel. It can only be used for land and sea crossings between the U.S. and Read the rest of this entry »

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Jenny needs new digs in a jiffy - Dallas Morning News

August 8, 2008 - Posted in Deals, Mexico packages, Shows, Travel News

06:08 PM CDT on Friday, August 22, 2008
Re: "Jenny to stay put after all – Elephant not going to Mexico or Tennessee; protesters not happy," Thursday news story.
I respect all animal rights deeply. That is why I absolutely love the idea of Jenny staying put in the Dallas Zoo. I thoroughly believe that it is the right thing to do for her. The decision respects the relationship Jenny has with her longtime handlers. Read the rest of this entry »

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A Happy Air Travel Tale (For Real) - TIME

July 25, 2008 - Posted in Agency, Car Rental, Deals, Discover Travel, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Mexico packages, Shows, Tickets

Every great while there comes a tale that completely defies belief, like
the frozen remains of Bigfoot packed in a cooler in Georgia. This is one
such story (except this one is true). It's about one man's happy experience while
.
Wait, whoa, hang on. This is no hoax. It happened to me. See, I had a flight with a connection in Dallas–Ft. Worth (DFW) and ... no, no, really, don't click the back
button!
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Tour operators tie up with Mexico - Business Standard

June 21, 2008 - Posted in Agency, Information, Mexico packages, Travel business

Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), the apex body of tour operators in India, has planned to enter into a tie-up with the tour operators association of Mexico with a view to promote tourism in both countries.
According to the proposed agreement, the tour association of India as well as Mexico will strengthen cooperation so as to promote the development of international tourism and specifically develop tourism traffic from and to their respective Read the rest of this entry »

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UTEP Juarez travel advisory - El Paso Times

June 2, 2008 - Posted in Articles, Car Rental, Deals, Expedia Travel, Information, Mexico packages, Reviews, Shows, Travel News, Travel business, Videos

The University of Texas at El Paso has enjoyed a long and multi-faceted set of relationships with institutions and individuals in Mexico, particularly in Ciudad JuГЎrez and the State of Chihuahua. It has been enormously satisfying to see these relationships grow successfully in both breadth and depth during the past several years, as they have involved an increasing number of UTEP students, faculty and staff in a widening range of collaborative Read the rest of this entry »

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Packaged travel saves 30% over DIY. - 4Hoteliers

March 18, 2008 - Posted in Articles, Car Rental, Cruises, Destinations, Discover Travel, Hotels, Mexico packages, Reviews, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

Despite rising costs tour operators still hold the line on savings - according a member survey, travelers can save an average 20-30% during high season by buying a vacation package or tour, over making the same arrangements on their own.
your clients may be paying 20 – 30% more by planning their vacation on their own, says the U.S. Tour Operators Association, whose members provide vacations for 11 million travelers yearly.
The survey found that Read the rest of this entry »

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Top five bargain destinations for fall - USA Today

January 28, 2008 - Posted in Cheap travel, Deals, Destinations, Discover Travel, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Hotels, Las Vegas vacations, Mexico packages, Travel News, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

I've monitored trends, industry news, and sale patterns to point you in the direction of places that offer the best bargains for the coming season. Below you'll find examples of deals presently available for fall trips. Like all offers, these are sure to expire; however, a little research on your part can yield similar results when you're ready to book.
If you're looking for a vacation that feels far away but is still affordable and easy to get Read the rest of this entry »

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Increase in US travel to Mexico; VisitMexico.com partners with … - Los Angeles Times

January 20, 2008 - Posted in Car Rental, Cheap travel, Destinations, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Hotels, Information, Mexico packages, Shows, Tickets, Vacation packages, Vacations

Increase in U.S. travel to Mexico; VisitMexico.com partners with Travelocity
Are U.S. travelers skipping
these days for cheaper destinations closer to home, such as  
? Yes, according to reports by Travelocity, which stated that bookings to Mexico by U.S. travelers has increased 31.4% this summer from summer 2007, while travel to Western Europe declined by 14.5%.
The Mexico Tourism Board is banking on that trend continuing. It has partnered with Read the rest of this entry »

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Packaged travel saves 30% over DIY. - 4Hoteliers

January 6, 2008 - Posted in Articles, Car Rental, Cruises, Destinations, Discover Travel, Hotels, Mexico packages, Reviews, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

Despite rising costs tour operators still hold the line on savings - according a member survey, travelers can save an average 20-30% during high season by buying a vacation package or tour, over making the same arrangements on their own.
your clients may be paying 20 – 30% more by planning their vacation on their own, says the U.S. Tour Operators Association, whose members provide vacations for 11 million travelers yearly.
The survey found that Read the rest of this entry »

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Two New Secrets Resorts & Spas Open in Mexico’s Riviera Maya Region - Hotel Interactive, Inc.

December 18, 2007 - Posted in Agency, Expedia Travel, Hotels, Information, Mexico packages, Shows

Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort chain offering Unlimited-LuxuryВ® to adults, recently celebrated the opening of its second and third property in Mexico’s Riviera Maya region: Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun and Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun. 
 вЂњThis is an exceptional time for all of us at Secrets Resorts & Spas; it’s a thrill to celebrate the brand’s expansion and the strong industry and guest support Read the rest of this entry »

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Orbitz recognizes hotels for corporate travelers with awards - Purchasing.com

September 18, 2007 - Posted in Destinations, Expedia Travel, Hawaii resorts, Hotels, Information, Las Vegas vacations, Mexico packages, Reviews, Travel business, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

Orbitz.com, an online travel company, has recognized more than 100 top-rated hotels with its first annual
.
Guests review the hotels.  
Orbitz selected the Best In Stay winners based on overall numeric score they receive by Orbitz customers. The company collects reviews and scores for each hotel only from its customers who have booked and stayed at the hotel. It asked reviewers to rate attributes on a scale of 1 to 5, including amenities, Read the rest of this entry »

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