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NASHVILLE, Tenn. ““ The King of Rock plays an important role in the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s new winter focused website, winter.tnvacation.com. This year’s theme, “Winter with Elvis: Lights, Camera, Action” uses the figure of Elvis Presley as an online guide of what Tennessee has to offer this holiday season. In partnership with Elvis […]
In February, a new company hits the high seas to help cruisers discover tropical destinations in Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Panama, Columbia and Ecuador. Sea Voyager Expeditions will operate the 60-passenger Sea Voyager ship with trip prices ranging from $2,930 to $5,365. “We have chosen to specialize in this region and share […]
With an increasing number of the 79 million baby boomers surfing the Web on their smartphones, AARP has released a list of the top 10 travel apps for boomers. The list is designed to help baby boomers find the travel apps that could most likely help them on their next trip. Although many of these […]
Courtesy Kentucky Bourbon Festival If your group wants a relaxing May Sunday with a picnic on a blanket, listening to top-name entertainers and perusing the work of quality artisans and craftspeople, the First Flush Festival at the Charleston Tea Plantation on Wadmalaw Island, S.C., is your cup of tea. If you are looking for a […]
Photo and recipe courtesy allrecipes.com Prep Time: 30 Min Cook Time: 5 Hrs Ready In: 13 Hrs 30 Min Original Recipe Yield 12 servings Ingredients • 6 pounds pork spareribs • 1 1/2 cups white sugar • 1/4 cup salt • 2 1/2 tablespoons ground black pepper • 3 tablespoons […]
Courtesy Nevada Commission on Tourism LAS VEGAS — The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, which opened in its new location at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve Oct. 28, features exhibits showcasing Nevada’s history, flora and fauna, and geology. The 70,000-square-foot facility is double the size of the former museum at Lorenzi Park and includes a […]
Courtesy Kentucky Historical Society FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Kentucky Military History Museum at the State Arsenal, which reopened to the public Nov. 11 after being closed for nearly four years for renovations, focuses on telling the story of Kentuckians who fought in battles spanning nearly 200 years, from the War of 1812 to more […]
Boomer travel planners attended the inaugural Boomers in Groups conference in Milwaukee to meet with travel industry representatives.
Last survey’s results: How often do you take your groups on a cruise? Never: 16% Occasionally: 30% At least once a year: 32% More than once a year: 22%
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Travel Association appointed Blain K. Rethmeier as senior vice president for public affairs and government relations. Rethmeier will lead lobbying, communications, grassroots and research activities for the company. Previously, he served as senior vice president for public affairs for the American Insurance Association. Rethmeier takes the place of Geoff Freeman, who […]
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