Trover LLC, a start-up company created for explorers worldwide, today formally launched Trover, a mobile discovery network where people share location-specific discoveries of remarkable places and things in a fun, visual way.
Founded by experienced social, mobile and travel industry entrepreneurs, Trover's founding team includes: Jason Karas, CEO, who founded Carbonrally.com; Andrew Coldham, vice president of technology who directed software development at Expedia.com's corporate travel division and Rich Barton, chairman, who founded Expedia.com and co-founded Zillow.
During a limited spring trial, open to Facebook members only, the Trover community attracted more than 70,000 users in 150 countries. To set the stage for significant expansion, the company has now opened its network to Twitter and email users as well. Trover is available today as a free iPhone app in the Apple iTunes Store, with an Android version planned for fall. Non-mobile users can view Trover content at trover.com.
Sharing Discoveries
"Trovers are passionate about sharing the unique things they uncover while exploring their cities or far away places," said CEO Jason Karas. "People find fulfillment in introducing something remarkable to another person. That, in turn, creates a social resource that's fun, entertaining and ultimately very useful. Whether it's a favorite boutique, a great bartender, a hidden piece of graffiti or a secret path to a deserted beach, with Trover in your pocket it's easy to find and share amazing discoveries."
Trover's defining feature is its location-based discovery mosaic, which allows explorers to visually browse through an eye-catching collection of thumbnail images featuring places to see and things to do nearby. As the user scrolls, a mileage indicator guides them to hidden gems located in nearby neighborhoods, towns, states and beyond, allowing users to explore new places or plan activities. To view a specific location, simply push the Jump To button for a virtual adventure. Trover's search features also make it easy to find and follow people with common interests.
Adding new discoveries is simple and encouraged. Just snap a picture, create a quick description and Trover automatically tags it with location data and positions it where others can easily find it later. The Feed button provides an entertaining way to track the discoveries and adventures of friends and fellow explorers, and a Featured button showcases one great discovery from the community each day.
"I've always dreamed of having a personal guide to the world with me at all times, full of recommendations from my friends on where to go and what to see," said Rich Barton, chairman of Trover. "Likewise, I have a strong urge to capture my own discoveries, so when my friends and followers come by in the future I can steer them to the good stuff. This is why we built Trover."
The full version of this press release can be viewed at http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/trover-launches-mobile-discovery-network-to-connect-people-with-remarkable-places-and-things-126317178.html
Friday, July 29, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Social Media Club Mexico Gets Ready to Position the Riviera Maya in Social Networks
The tourism industry in the Riviera Maya is looking to form its Social Media Club chapter to propel projects and initiatives to position the destination in social networks.
Hacienda Tres Rios Resort was the host for the informative reunion with more than 50 professionals in the tourism industry who brought with them their experience and showed interest in helping with the initiative to benefit their business as well as the Riviera Maya.
Genoveva Garcia, public relations manager for Sunset World, gave the guest a warm welcome and spoke about the benefits of social networks as an important tool in communicating the public relations´ actions as a presence in the Mexican Caribbean.
There are 940 million people around the world registered on social networks in the internet, according to a study by InSites Consulting. Some of the most popular networks are YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedn, MySpace, Meneame, Metroflog, Badoo, and now Google+.
In this sense, Karla Nuñez, Social Media Club Mexico (SMCMX) leader, highlighted the successful work that has been done by the Riviera Maya green resort Hacienda Tres Rios in sharing its triumphs and campaigns through its social networks. The resort´s efforts in social media have earned the team international awards.
Nuñez explained that Social Media Club Riviera Maya will be a community of professionals interested in the benefits of social networks in the tourism industry, sharing experiences, knowledge and developing better practices.
Among the objectives of being in this club are:
To create and develop a network of professional contacts in tourism and social media (networking). To offer relevant and appealing content about social media to the tourism industry through colloquiums, studies, cases, and links (knowledge). To observe, monitor, and analyze tendencies about the presence of tourism in social media (trending). To establish and diffuse good practices and case studies of companies and institutions in the tourism sector on social media (benchmarking). To use social media trends and tools to promote Mexico tourism (practice).
Finally, she highlighted that some of the benefits of being a part of Social Media Club Riviera Maya are continuous learning opportunities, training, networking, and a branding team for professional development.
The event concluded with a networking cocktail where attendees had the opportunity to share experiences and contacts.
Via Press Release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/7/prweb8661080.htm
Hacienda Tres Rios Resort was the host for the informative reunion with more than 50 professionals in the tourism industry who brought with them their experience and showed interest in helping with the initiative to benefit their business as well as the Riviera Maya.
Genoveva Garcia, public relations manager for Sunset World, gave the guest a warm welcome and spoke about the benefits of social networks as an important tool in communicating the public relations´ actions as a presence in the Mexican Caribbean.
There are 940 million people around the world registered on social networks in the internet, according to a study by InSites Consulting. Some of the most popular networks are YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedn, MySpace, Meneame, Metroflog, Badoo, and now Google+.
In this sense, Karla Nuñez, Social Media Club Mexico (SMCMX) leader, highlighted the successful work that has been done by the Riviera Maya green resort Hacienda Tres Rios in sharing its triumphs and campaigns through its social networks. The resort´s efforts in social media have earned the team international awards.
Nuñez explained that Social Media Club Riviera Maya will be a community of professionals interested in the benefits of social networks in the tourism industry, sharing experiences, knowledge and developing better practices.
Among the objectives of being in this club are:
To create and develop a network of professional contacts in tourism and social media (networking). To offer relevant and appealing content about social media to the tourism industry through colloquiums, studies, cases, and links (knowledge). To observe, monitor, and analyze tendencies about the presence of tourism in social media (trending). To establish and diffuse good practices and case studies of companies and institutions in the tourism sector on social media (benchmarking). To use social media trends and tools to promote Mexico tourism (practice).
Finally, she highlighted that some of the benefits of being a part of Social Media Club Riviera Maya are continuous learning opportunities, training, networking, and a branding team for professional development.
The event concluded with a networking cocktail where attendees had the opportunity to share experiences and contacts.
Via Press Release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/7/prweb8661080.htm
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
Travel Inspiration: Spotlight on Tourism Blogs
Photo Credit: Visit St. Andrews Tourism
Family Adventures in Garden Valley - Visit Idaho Blog
101 Reasons We Love Christchurch - Visit Christ Church & Canterbury Blog
5 Hidden Gems in St. Andrews - Visit St. Andrews Blog
Loudoun's "Farm-to-Fork" Showcases Local Food & Wine - Visit Loudoun Blog
Highest Peak in the Canadian Rockies - Tourism BC Blog
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Inside Tourism: Deals, Specials, Social Media Channels
Locating exciting deals and specials on tourism websites just got easier. Here you'll find easy access to offers + respective tourism Twitter and Facebook channels. Save money on accommodations, attractions, events, shopping and more.
THURSDAY'S DESTINATIONS
Savannah, Georgia USA:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Dominica, Eastern Caribbean:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Dublin, Ireland:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2.On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Tahiti, South Pacific:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Ottawa, Ontario. Canada:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Bermuda:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Lancashire, UK:
THURSDAY'S DESTINATIONS
Savannah, Georgia USA:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Dominica, Eastern Caribbean:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Dublin, Ireland:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2.On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Tahiti, South Pacific:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Ottawa, Ontario. Canada:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Bermuda:
1. Travel Deals & Specials Page 2. On Twitter 3. On Facebook
Lancashire, UK:
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Inflight Entertainment in Real-Time
Following is a list of airline magazines you'll find on Twitter.
- American Way - American Airlines @americanway
- Celebrated Living - American Airlines @celebratedmag
- Delta Sky - Delta Airlines @InsideSKY
- enRoute - Air Canada @enRouteOnline
- Hemispheres - United Airlines @hemispheresmag\
- Spirit Magazine - Southwest Airlines @SpiritMagazine
Travel Writing/Blogging Opportunities for 6/21/2011
- Travel Writers/Bloggers Wanted - MyNatour
- Bloggers Wanted - Travel Oregon
- Travel Writers Wanted - Stray Travel
You may also be interested in these social media positions. Click here to view.
All the best!
Monday, June 20, 2011
Travel Inspiration: Food & Dining - Spotlight on Tourism Blogs
An inside look at food, drink & dining experiences around the globe. Grab your passport and let's travel the world in search of culinary treasures.
Cape Town Restaurants with Fireplaces - Cape Town Tourism Blog
Culinary Enthusiasts and Do-gooders Unite! - Travel Oregon Blog
Discover the Art of Making Fine Grenadian Rum - Grenada Tourism Blog
Foodies rejoice! Ireland's local delicacies await... - Tourism Ireland Blog
Take home a piece of Welsh heritage - Visit Wales Blog
FEATURED POSTS
Cape Town Restaurants with Fireplaces - Cape Town Tourism Blog
Culinary Enthusiasts and Do-gooders Unite! - Travel Oregon Blog
Discover the Art of Making Fine Grenadian Rum - Grenada Tourism Blog
Foodies rejoice! Ireland's local delicacies await... - Tourism Ireland Blog
Take home a piece of Welsh heritage - Visit Wales Blog
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Social Network Kiwibox.com Unveils U.S. version of Photo Blogging Community Pixunity
Kiwibox.com, a New York City based social network has announced the unveiling of the U.S. version of photo blogging community Pixunity, a division of Kiwibox.com. Pixunity, already established in the European market, was purchased by Kiwibox.com in the first quarter of 2011. The now translated, exciting and internationally focused photo blog website is set to enter the domestic U.S. market and take social networking by storm.
Pixunity features an array of creative templates and designs that enables users to easily bind memories through photo books to share with their friends, family and the online community.
Themed templates allow users to capture the essence of their favorite vacation, holiday or priceless moments from everyday lifestyles and turn photo-sharing into a showcase of life's fondest memories. With themes for every occasion, Pixunity's breadth and depth of offerings lets users stretch their creativity and make photographic masterpieces.
Enhancing interactivity of the photo blog, Pixunity offers digital scrapbooking features such as additional images, borders, text options and backgrounds which customize the photo blog to match the sentiment and brilliance in the pictures each photo book holds.
Kiwibox.com believes in the future of photo book communities, and will therefore build off of the successful launch of Pixunity's U.S. version with future enhancements. Kiwibox continues to showcase its bevy of offerings as both ground breaking and highly interactive, providing its growing user base digital channels to explore, connect and party, not available to social media networks before.
Source: PR Newswire
Pixunity features an array of creative templates and designs that enables users to easily bind memories through photo books to share with their friends, family and the online community.
Themed templates allow users to capture the essence of their favorite vacation, holiday or priceless moments from everyday lifestyles and turn photo-sharing into a showcase of life's fondest memories. With themes for every occasion, Pixunity's breadth and depth of offerings lets users stretch their creativity and make photographic masterpieces.
Enhancing interactivity of the photo blog, Pixunity offers digital scrapbooking features such as additional images, borders, text options and backgrounds which customize the photo blog to match the sentiment and brilliance in the pictures each photo book holds.
Kiwibox.com believes in the future of photo book communities, and will therefore build off of the successful launch of Pixunity's U.S. version with future enhancements. Kiwibox continues to showcase its bevy of offerings as both ground breaking and highly interactive, providing its growing user base digital channels to explore, connect and party, not available to social media networks before.
Source: PR Newswire
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Travel Inspiration: Museum Visits [Featured Blogs & Video]
Vincent van Gogh in Paris: Montmartre
Courtesy of The Van Gogh Museum on YouTube
FEATURED POSTS
"My love, Once more I am going to try to write to you under difficulties as usual."
Milton Barnes started a letter to his wife Rhoda in Cambridge, Ohio with this line on December 24, 1863 - {Smithsonian National Postal Museum Blog}
Vincent Van Gogh Letters
"Always continue walking a lot and loving nature, for that’s the real way to learn to understand art better and better." -{Vincent Van Gogh Blog}
Bice Curiger's Venice Biennal
"This year’s Venice Biennale has been curated by Tate Etc. magazine’s editorial director Bice Curiger. Laid out in the Central Pavilion in the Giardini, as well as the Arsenale, it features 83 artists from across the world. The title of the 54th exhibition, ILLUMInations, has the 16th century artist Tintoretto as its starting point..." - {Tate Modern Museum Blog}
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Travel Inspiration: Discover the Ljubljanica river in Slovenia [Video]
Courtesy of Tourism Ljubljana
Monday, June 6, 2011
What are the best social media vehicles to reach Chinese outbound tourists?
According to China Elite Focus, a leading marketing and PR agency, the favorite Chinese social media networks of Chinese "mass-affluent" travelers are http://www.renren.com/, http://www.kaixin001.com/, http://www.qq.com/ and http://www.sina.com.cn/.
High-end Chinese travelers, with the biggest spending capacity rely more on international social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter (with Chinese content).
High-end Chinese travelers, with the biggest spending capacity rely more on international social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter (with Chinese content).
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Orbitz Celebrates 10th Anniversary and Relaunch of Facebook Fan Page by Flying 100 Travelers to Las Vegas
Orbitz http://www.orbitz.com/ today announced the redesign of its Facebook Fan Page making it easier for travelers to stay "In the Know" about cool new places to go, special deals, and exclusive giveaways in a social atmosphere with other travelers. In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Orbitz and the relaunch of new the fan page www.facebook.com/orbitz for the next 10 days, 10 travelers will receive free round-trip airfare to Las Vegas with the booking of an MGM hotel during the Orbitz Fans Fly Free promotion(1).
"The new additions to the Orbitz Facebook Fan page allow us to better engage with consumers and build a community of travelers in a way that mirrors the actual experience of travel – interactive, social and fun," said Sam Fulton, Senior Vice President, Retail, Orbitz Worldwide. "Our innovative use of social media to promote Orbitz as a premier place to book travel follows the launch of the Facebook Send social plug-in which allows travelers to easily share and solicit feedback on hotels from relevant friends or groups."
The redesigned Orbitz Fan Page is launching with new "Are You In The Know?" and "Fans Fly Free" pages. The "Are You In The Know" page includes unique ideas on where to go and where to stay from Orbitz destination experts, interactive weekly polls, fun Q&A, and travel themed photo galleries. The Fans Fly Free page will change frequently with the launch of each new promotion/sweepstakes. It also includes exclusive giveaways available only to Orbitz Facebook fans.
Fans Fly Free Promotion
Get ready for slots, shots, secrets and sins. Are you one of our fastest fans? Now through May 13, Orbitz is giving away 100 free round-trip flights to Las Vegas to the first 10 fans each day that book a hotel room for two or more nights with a participating MGM property. Here's how it works:
What's Happening on the Orbitz Facebook Fan Page Now: Which celebrity do you want to travel with? Find out the Orbitz Fan Favorite and cast your vote. Also, view the hottest celebrity hotels and affordable alternatives. And, don't miss details on upcoming 10th anniversary travel giveaways. Only available to our special Orbitz Facebook fans.
Source: Orbitz News Release & www.twitter.com/Orbitz
"The new additions to the Orbitz Facebook Fan page allow us to better engage with consumers and build a community of travelers in a way that mirrors the actual experience of travel – interactive, social and fun," said Sam Fulton, Senior Vice President, Retail, Orbitz Worldwide. "Our innovative use of social media to promote Orbitz as a premier place to book travel follows the launch of the Facebook Send social plug-in which allows travelers to easily share and solicit feedback on hotels from relevant friends or groups."
The redesigned Orbitz Fan Page is launching with new "Are You In The Know?" and "Fans Fly Free" pages. The "Are You In The Know" page includes unique ideas on where to go and where to stay from Orbitz destination experts, interactive weekly polls, fun Q&A, and travel themed photo galleries. The Fans Fly Free page will change frequently with the launch of each new promotion/sweepstakes. It also includes exclusive giveaways available only to Orbitz Facebook fans.
Fans Fly Free Promotion
Get ready for slots, shots, secrets and sins. Are you one of our fastest fans? Now through May 13, Orbitz is giving away 100 free round-trip flights to Las Vegas to the first 10 fans each day that book a hotel room for two or more nights with a participating MGM property. Here's how it works:
- "Like" Orbitz on Facebook.
- Grab the exclusive Fans Fly Free to Las Vegas promo code on the Fans Fly Free page from May 3 through May 13, 2011.
- Search for your favorite MGM Resort in Las Vegas for travel by October 1, 2011.
- If you are one of the first 10 customers to apply the promo code to your participating hotel booking, you will see "Your promotion code has been successfully applied."
- If your promotion code is accepted, winners will receive an e-mail with all the details on how to redeem their prize.
- Too late? Check back every day throughout the promotion period for a new code.
What's Happening on the Orbitz Facebook Fan Page Now: Which celebrity do you want to travel with? Find out the Orbitz Fan Favorite and cast your vote. Also, view the hottest celebrity hotels and affordable alternatives. And, don't miss details on upcoming 10th anniversary travel giveaways. Only available to our special Orbitz Facebook fans.
Source: Orbitz News Release & www.twitter.com/Orbitz
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Contiki Holidays Partners with Environmentalist, Adventurer and World Explorer, Céline Cousteau Céline [Video]
Courtesy of Contiki Holidays on YouTube
Carnival Cruise Lines Unprecedented Social Media Event on Facebook May 1, 2011
In an unprecedented social media event, Carnival Cruise Lines is inviting Facebook fans www.facebook.com/carnival to experience the excitement of Carnival Magic's May 1 launch from Venice, Italy, with a series of videos that showcase the ship's inaugural activities along with its many unique features and innovations.
A series of 11 videos will be posted every half hour between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. (U.S. Eastern time) on Sunday, May 1. The videos take viewers on a journey as they enjoy a front-row seat at the Carnival Magic's naming ceremony, tour the ship's bridge, and learn more about the Caribbean-inspired RedFrog Pub, WaterWorks aqua park, and Cucina del Capitano Italian restaurant, with insight from company executives who helped create these exciting new spaces.
The videos also offer an in-depth look at the ship's European ports of call and a recap of the day's events, including a chat with the ship's godmother, Lindsey Wilkerson, a former patient of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital who now serves as an employee and an ambassador of the organization. Carnival Magic's Senior Cruise Director John Heald will also answer questions submitted by Facebook fans as part of an informative "Ask John" segment.
After the videos are posted, fans can participate in a Facebook quiz based on the videos for a chance to win a seven-day Carnival Magic cruise for four to the Caribbean.
"Only a handful of people get to witness a ship launch in person so by using Facebook we're enabling fans from all over the world to be right there with us as we welcome Carnival Magic into the fleet," said Jim Berra, Carnival's chief marketing officer. "Those who are not already among our 725,000 and growing Facebook fans can visit us at www.facebook.com/carnival and simply hit the 'like' button." ww.facebook.com/carnival
The 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic will spend its inaugural season in Europe with a series of seven- to 12-day Mediterranean cruises operating May 1 through October 16, 2011. Following a 16-day trans-Atlantic crossing, Carnival Magic will begin seven-day Caribbean cruises out of Galveston, Texas, on November 14, 2011, becoming the port's largest year-round ship.
For more information, visit http://www.carnival.com/
Source: Press release at PR Newswire
A series of 11 videos will be posted every half hour between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. (U.S. Eastern time) on Sunday, May 1. The videos take viewers on a journey as they enjoy a front-row seat at the Carnival Magic's naming ceremony, tour the ship's bridge, and learn more about the Caribbean-inspired RedFrog Pub, WaterWorks aqua park, and Cucina del Capitano Italian restaurant, with insight from company executives who helped create these exciting new spaces.
The videos also offer an in-depth look at the ship's European ports of call and a recap of the day's events, including a chat with the ship's godmother, Lindsey Wilkerson, a former patient of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital who now serves as an employee and an ambassador of the organization. Carnival Magic's Senior Cruise Director John Heald will also answer questions submitted by Facebook fans as part of an informative "Ask John" segment.
After the videos are posted, fans can participate in a Facebook quiz based on the videos for a chance to win a seven-day Carnival Magic cruise for four to the Caribbean.
"Only a handful of people get to witness a ship launch in person so by using Facebook we're enabling fans from all over the world to be right there with us as we welcome Carnival Magic into the fleet," said Jim Berra, Carnival's chief marketing officer. "Those who are not already among our 725,000 and growing Facebook fans can visit us at www.facebook.com/carnival and simply hit the 'like' button." ww.facebook.com/carnival
The 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic will spend its inaugural season in Europe with a series of seven- to 12-day Mediterranean cruises operating May 1 through October 16, 2011. Following a 16-day trans-Atlantic crossing, Carnival Magic will begin seven-day Caribbean cruises out of Galveston, Texas, on November 14, 2011, becoming the port's largest year-round ship.
For more information, visit http://www.carnival.com/
Source: Press release at PR Newswire
Monday, April 25, 2011
"Pick Your Prize With CheapOair" Social Media Contest
CheapOAir, an award-winning website launched their "Pick Your Prize With CheapOair" contest today. One lucky individual (and someone they ‘like’) will have two prizes to choose from if they are the big winner.
Prize 1: Get Trendy in Lisbon
• Two round-trip tickets on TAP Portugal to the city of Lisbon.
• Four-night stay at the luxurious 5-star Tiara Park Atlantic Lisboa.
• A 72-hour city pass to explore Portugal’s capital and largest city!
Prize 2: Porto – Your World Heritage City
• Two round-trip tickets on TAP Portugal to the city of Porto.
• Four-night stay at the luxurious 5-star Tiara Park Atlantic Porto.
• A 72-hour city pass to explore the home of port wine along the Douro River.
The contest starts today April 25, 2011 and ends April 29, 2011.
To enter, Like’ the CheapOair Facebook page. Already a fan? Then just leave a comment on the daily Portugal posts. Leave a comment each day for more chances to win!
The winner will be announced Monday May 2, 2011 on the CheapOair Facebook page.
For more information visit http://www.facebook.com/cheapoair
Prize 1: Get Trendy in Lisbon
• Two round-trip tickets on TAP Portugal to the city of Lisbon.
• Four-night stay at the luxurious 5-star Tiara Park Atlantic Lisboa.
• A 72-hour city pass to explore Portugal’s capital and largest city!
Prize 2: Porto – Your World Heritage City
• Two round-trip tickets on TAP Portugal to the city of Porto.
• Four-night stay at the luxurious 5-star Tiara Park Atlantic Porto.
• A 72-hour city pass to explore the home of port wine along the Douro River.
The contest starts today April 25, 2011 and ends April 29, 2011.
To enter, Like’ the CheapOair Facebook page. Already a fan? Then just leave a comment on the daily Portugal posts. Leave a comment each day for more chances to win!
The winner will be announced Monday May 2, 2011 on the CheapOair Facebook page.
For more information visit http://www.facebook.com/cheapoair
Saturday, April 9, 2011
JW Marriott Indianapolis Presents the “33 Stories” Facebook Contest
In celebration of the recent opening of the tallest hotel in Indiana, with 33 stories of sophisticated design, the JW Marriott Indianapolis today announces its “33 Stories” contest promotion, encouraging fans to share their stories about the JW Marriott Indianapolis hotel.
The participant whose story receives the most “likes” will win two nights in a spacious executive suite at the groundbreaking Indianapolis hotel as well as champagne and strawberries upon arrival and complimentary breakfast for two each morning.
Full press release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/4/prweb8280697.htm
The participant whose story receives the most “likes” will win two nights in a spacious executive suite at the groundbreaking Indianapolis hotel as well as champagne and strawberries upon arrival and complimentary breakfast for two each morning.
Full press release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/4/prweb8280697.htm
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Idaho Tourism Unveils New Look for VisitIdaho.org Website
The Idaho Department of Commerce, Division of Tourism today unveiled a new version of their flagship website, VisitIdaho.org.
“The evolution of our Adventures in Living brand and our Great Idaho Getaway campaign inspired the updated look and feel” said Karen Ballard, Administrator for the Division of Tourism. “Easier navigation with new user interface and advanced search features that embrace mobile usage required the update of the award winning site.” said Ballard.
The site includes photography, video, 360 degree virtual tours, Google Maps and a range of social media platforms including the Visit Idaho Blog, Facebook, Twitter and You Tube.
The launch coincides with Idaho Tourism’s Great Idaho Getaway marketing campaign that runs April – Sept 2011 and offers impressive monthly vacation prize giveaways from our regional tourism partners.
For ideas on how to have an active, good value, adventure-filled vacation, visit http://www.visitidaho.org/ where you can find package deals and sign up for the vacation getaways.
Full Press Release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/4/prweb8237191.htm
“The evolution of our Adventures in Living brand and our Great Idaho Getaway campaign inspired the updated look and feel” said Karen Ballard, Administrator for the Division of Tourism. “Easier navigation with new user interface and advanced search features that embrace mobile usage required the update of the award winning site.” said Ballard.
The site includes photography, video, 360 degree virtual tours, Google Maps and a range of social media platforms including the Visit Idaho Blog, Facebook, Twitter and You Tube.The launch coincides with Idaho Tourism’s Great Idaho Getaway marketing campaign that runs April – Sept 2011 and offers impressive monthly vacation prize giveaways from our regional tourism partners.
For ideas on how to have an active, good value, adventure-filled vacation, visit http://www.visitidaho.org/ where you can find package deals and sign up for the vacation getaways.
Full Press Release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/4/prweb8237191.htm
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Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Cheapflights Brings Inspiration Search to Facebook
Cheapflights, the online leader in finding and publishing travel deals, has added a new spin to its Facebook page, literally.
Now, with the Travel Inspiration application, Cheapflights Facebook users in the U.S., U.K. and Canada can spin the globe to spark their travel imaginations.
Modeled after the successful "Be Inspired" tab on the Cheapflights Web sites, the new Facebook application combines a playful interface with travel inspiration, asking users to simply click on the flag of their home country and select their departure point. From there, they have the option to add details such as budget, continent, trip type (beaches, adventure, family, etc.) and/or timeframe (next 30 days, two months or three months). The app does the rest, delivering a destination suggestion and specific flight deals for the trip.
"We are striving to put the fun back into travel and travel planning," said Chris Cuddy, CEO of Cheapflights Media. "There's a vast world of travel opportunities, and sometimes all that's missing is a spark of inspiration. Because our app is tied to real deals, we not only whet users' appetites for new places, but give them the concrete pricing and availability they need to book a great adventure."
"This app is also the perfect fit for the newest wave of budget-driven travelers -- those willing to be adventurous, try new things, and go further than they've gone before to make the most of their holiday budget. Our app opens their eyes to new choices and affordable alternatives," adds Cuddy.
The Facebook application puts inspiration search at the heart of the social media universe, where users share and compare travel plans and aspirations, but that's not all. Each spin of the globe brings a chance to be entered into a golden pin sweepstake. If a user and two friends all find a gold pin while using our Facebook application, they all win a chance to enter for a weekly prize.
View full press release at http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Cheapflights-Brings-Inspiration-Search-to-Facebook-1423036.htm
Now, with the Travel Inspiration application, Cheapflights Facebook users in the U.S., U.K. and Canada can spin the globe to spark their travel imaginations.
Modeled after the successful "Be Inspired" tab on the Cheapflights Web sites, the new Facebook application combines a playful interface with travel inspiration, asking users to simply click on the flag of their home country and select their departure point. From there, they have the option to add details such as budget, continent, trip type (beaches, adventure, family, etc.) and/or timeframe (next 30 days, two months or three months). The app does the rest, delivering a destination suggestion and specific flight deals for the trip.
"We are striving to put the fun back into travel and travel planning," said Chris Cuddy, CEO of Cheapflights Media. "There's a vast world of travel opportunities, and sometimes all that's missing is a spark of inspiration. Because our app is tied to real deals, we not only whet users' appetites for new places, but give them the concrete pricing and availability they need to book a great adventure."
"This app is also the perfect fit for the newest wave of budget-driven travelers -- those willing to be adventurous, try new things, and go further than they've gone before to make the most of their holiday budget. Our app opens their eyes to new choices and affordable alternatives," adds Cuddy.
The Facebook application puts inspiration search at the heart of the social media universe, where users share and compare travel plans and aspirations, but that's not all. Each spin of the globe brings a chance to be entered into a golden pin sweepstake. If a user and two friends all find a gold pin while using our Facebook application, they all win a chance to enter for a weekly prize.
View full press release at http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Cheapflights-Brings-Inspiration-Search-to-Facebook-1423036.htm
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