Put Houston on map with world's great destinations - Houston Chronicle

February 20, 2008 - Posted in Agency, Car Rental, Destinations, Discover Travel, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Hotels, Shows, Tickets, Travel News, Travel business

Houston, the world is taking note. Kiplinger's Personal Finance named Houston the No. 1 city in America in which to live, work and play. The Travel Industry Association of America ranked Houston as the No. 3 destination in the country for leisure market potential. Our city has been called a "boomtown" by numerous publications around the country.
The Greater Houston Visitors and Convention Bureau, as the destination sales and marketing arm of the Read the rest of this entry »

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Napili Kai Beach Resort, Maui - Guide Review - About - News & Issues

February 5, 2008 - Posted in Hawaii resorts, Hotels, Vacation packages, Vacations

There are many hotels and resorts in Hawaii that I like. There are only a few that I really love. One of these is the Napili Kai Beach Resort. It's not a flashy place and thank goodness for that. It is, however, a very Hawaiian place. You can't help but feel relaxed when you stay there. There's no pressure from the staff to make sure you're off and running all the time.
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With Supplies Tight, Prices Are High - New York Times

February 1, 2008 - Posted in Car Rental, Cheap travel, Expedia Travel, Reservations, Shows, Tickets, Vacation packages, Vacations

AS travelers continue to face sticker shock at the gas pump, more are turning to hybrid rental cars in search of savings. But with supply still limited and demand so high, these green cars are commanding a substantial premium.
site, the Nissan Altima hybrid was the most expensive vehicle — $207.98 for a two-day trip — more than even the sporty Ford Mustang, for $161.98, or the Pontiac Vibe, listed as an “intermediate S.U.V.,” Read the rest of this entry »

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Business Briefs - Honolulu Star-Bulletin

February 1, 2008 - Posted in Car Rental, Expedia Travel, Hawaii resorts, Hotels, Reviews, Shows

will open in Kona on Wednesday at the Matsuyama Center in Kohanaiki. With this opening, there will be eight Taco Del Mar locations in Hawaii. This is the first neighbor-island location.
Taco Del Mar offerings include enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas and nachos.
Airgas Gaspro, Inc.
said Wednesday it has opened Hawaii's first state-of-the-art commercial hydrogen production unit in Kapolei.
The company held a blessing yesterday for the plant, Read the rest of this entry »

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