Here is a recent interview with Catherine of New Orleans CVB to learn that not only is New Orleans still happening, and Bourbon Street is still the place to be, but New Orleans is one of the best family destinations in the United States. See more on this original ITKT video interview. Also see us on YouTube and Google Video. And be sure to scroll down to see...
The Indian Arts Cultural Festival
Cortez, CO. – The award-winning Ninth Annual Mesa Verde Country(R) Indian Arts and Culture Festival scheduled from May 22 through May 31, 2009, celebrates the archaeology and Native American culture of the Southwest. Festival highlights include a world-class juried Indian Art Market, Indian Dances, Navajo rug auction, special archaeological tours and...
Taking in Glacier Country, Montana
(April 22, 2009) Glacier Country, Montana — Western Montana’s Glacier Country has solidified its reputation as one of the country’s recreation hotspots. Home to Glacier National Park, plentiful wildlife, pristine national forests, and gorgeous lakes and rivers, this outdoor mecca also features an active and impressive arts community, including...
Polynesian Cultural Center (video podcast)
The Polynesian Cultural Center is located on the Eastern side of Oahu is Hawaiis most popular paid attraction. The Polynesian Cultural Center presents the talents seven peoples of the South Pacific including: Tahiti, New Zealand, Tonga, Hawaii, Fiji, Samoa, and Marquesas. While a definite tourist attraction, our own, Eileen Moran says, “Not tacky,...
Largest Zipline Announced in Warren County
WARREN COUNTY, OH – (March 4, 2009) –Ozone Zipline Adventures announced it will open in May of 2009 in Warren County, Ohio. It will be the largest zipline tour in the Midwest, and include some of the longest single zipline runs in the continental U.S. The canopy (tree-top) tour will include nine ziplines totaling well over 10,000 feet in length, and reach...
More Dancing with the Stars in Puerto Rico (video podcast)
In more of my visit with the folks a Puerto Rica Tourism, I now took the opportunity to interview salsa pro, Jo Quiñones. She helps explain a little about salsa and Puerto Rican culture while exhibiting some fancy footwork with Dancing with the Stars, season six winner, Mark Ballas (he won with partner Kristi Yamaguchi). And yes, I still feel like a klutz. We...
Spring Training Cactus League Style
You’re never too old to learn something new. Any traveler can tell you that. I learned this week that for a real baseball fan, attending a spring training game can be a more enjoyable experience than a regular season game. The Cactus League, in Arizona, hosts spring training games for many major league teams every year, and has been doing so since 1946...
Holland America’s Alaska in 2010
Seattle, April 14, 2009 — Holland America Line is introducing a new 14-day Alaskan Adventurer cruise itinerary in 2010 to complement its extensive selection of seven-day itineraries and departures. The Alaskan Adventurer increases the choice of Holland America itineraries to a total of four, joining the popular Alaskan Explorer, Glacier Discovery and Glacier...
Affordable Stays at Gulf Coast Region
Travelers headed to the Gulf Coast for spring break or summer vacation will have the option of staying in a beautiful, modern, brand new Motel 6 in Biloxi, Mis.,Galveston Island or South Padre Island, Texas, all with the lowest price in the market. These three Motel 6 locations will all feature the new “Phoenix” prototype interior design, a symbol of rebirth...
What’s New in Colorado for 2009
Across the State, New Hotels, Attractions, and Entertainment Options Abound DENVER (January 8, 2009) – Colorado is set to shine in 2009 and beyond. Exciting new developments are taking hold across the state, including luxury hotel openings, innovative temporary art installations, and other top attractions. Below are several highlights of these new...
Andaz West Hollywood Hotel Opens January 8th
West Hollywood, CA (January 5, 2009)—The hoarding around Andaz has begun to come down along with the monumental artwork that has concealed the south-facing exterior of the building for the last month as Andaz West Hollywood begins to reveal its many layers in preparation for the January 8th opening. While the first North American Andaz encourages its guests to...
Valentine Packages from Ascend Collection Hotels
SILVER SPRING, Md. – (Jan. 7, 2009) – For Valentine’s Day, escape to a romantic hotel with packages you’ll love from members of Ascend Collection from Choice Hotels International (http://www.ascendcollection.com). Candlelight dinners, couples massages, horse-drawn carriage rides — they’re all part of the offerings from this...
Valentine’s Day at Panama City Beach
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 7, 2008) – Panama City Beach makes it easy to whisk away your loved one this Valentine’s Day with special savings on accommodations and a variety of romance packages. Spend a romantic weekend on the award-winning beaches that have made this Northwest Florida destination famous. Valentine’s Day packages include...
Mountain Lodge at Telluride Offers Spring Special
Fourth-Night-Free Spring Special Telluride, Colo. – Winter sports enthusiasts looking to take advantage of Telluride’s famous spring skiing now grab one more day on the slopes, thanks to Mountain Lodge at Telluride. With stays of three nights, the ski-in/ski-out, upscale resort is offering the fourth night free. The special extends through April 5,...
Tips and Trends at Atlanta Travel Expos
Educational travel seminars will include black family reunions, gay travel and girlfriend getaways ATLANTA (January 6, 2009) — The Atlanta Travel Expo and Vacation Home Expo, to be held January 24-25, 2009, at the Cobb Galleria Centre, will feature expert travel seminars in addition to trip giveaways and exclusive travel deals. Travel experts from all...



