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Dec 08, 2009 – Visit the Vatican city in the morning and make it a once-in-a-lifetime experience as, besides being an incredible showcase of art, you will learn about the history and stories of this holy and mysterious Christian Kingdom, with St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum. Marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and hear about the new discoveries on the original messages in his painted "code", stroll were only Popes, and crown heads used to walk.
The afternoon will be dedicated to the discovery of the ancient heart of the city, as Rome is also Cesars, gladiators, chariots, centurions, emperors. In the Roman Forum and the Colosseum I'll make the daily life and times of ancient Rome come to life with enthusiasm and humor. You'll relive life , while visiting the archeological sites, as a gladiator, emperor, slave, Vestal Virgin, senator, merchant and goddess!
WHAT YOU VISIT
St. Peter's Basilica, its vast dome of St. Peter's visible from everywhere in the city its impressive Square, fountains and semicircular colonnades crowned with statues.
Vatican Museums – The world's greatest art collection with over 65.000 masterpieces: Bernini Staircase, Galleries with frescos and statues, Tapestries, Historical Maps, Roman and Greek sculptures, tombstones, and sarcophagus.
The Sistine Chapel – With Michelangelo's masterpieces of the "Creation" and the "Last Judgment", and other important frescoes from Botticelli, Perugino and Ghirlandaio .
The Colosseum – A great monument built to the magnificence of the Roman Empire with its enormous arena, marble seats and subterranean passages and where Gladiatorial combats took place.
The Roman Forum – It was the political, religious and commercial center of the ancient City with the most important temples and halls of justice. As Roman Empire expanded, this few acres of land became the center of the civilized world.
Meet up location: At Civitavecchia port, under your ship if you are cruise passengers, at the airport, or different location outside the city.
End location: Same location it started unless otherwise specified.
Duration: 9 hours
The duration of the tour, if tour starts/ends at Civitavecchia or elsewhere outside the city might vary according to the city traffic.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
East Tennessee abuzz over April launch of Titanic Museum
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Dec 07, 2009 – KNOXVILLE, Tennessee -- The 30,000-square-foot Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. is featured in The Mountain Press as it prepares to set sail in 2010. The world's largest Titanic Museum will feature hundreds of artifacts, interactive galleries, exclusive onboard photographs and will tell the stories of the legendary ship and its passengers.
In The Mountain Press, journalist Gail Crutchfield writes, "As the 98th anniversary of the April 15, 1912 sinking of the Titanic nears, residents and visitors to the Smoky Mountains will soon have the unique opportunity to walk the halls and decks of the famous ship and experience a small portion of what the more than 2,000 passengers and crew felt on that fateful night.
The Titanic World’s Largest Museum Attraction is set to open in April, providing 30,000 square feet of the artifacts and photographs you would expect to see in a museum, plus many interactive opportunities, activities specifically for children and glimpses into the way of life for those sailing on the luxury liner."
With extensive quotes from the museum's owners, John Joslyn and Mary-Kellogg Joslyn, the feature article offers a unique glimpse of what the newest Pigeon Forge attraction has to offer. Unlike anything else in the area, the Titanic Museum is certain to be a big draw. Approximately 750,000 visitors are anticipated during the museum's first year (more than 2 million people have toured the other Titanic Museum in Branson, Missouri since the Joslyns opened it three years ago).
“The heart of the ship, though, the one that everybody wants to see, is what we call our million dollar grand staircase,” Kellogg said (in the article). “And it’s actual size. So for the first time in the world, you’ll actually walk that grand staircase and go up to a the first-class suite.”
Read the entire story at www.TheMountainPress.com and get more information about the new Titanic Museum at www.TitanicPigeonForge.com.
In The Mountain Press, journalist Gail Crutchfield writes, "As the 98th anniversary of the April 15, 1912 sinking of the Titanic nears, residents and visitors to the Smoky Mountains will soon have the unique opportunity to walk the halls and decks of the famous ship and experience a small portion of what the more than 2,000 passengers and crew felt on that fateful night.
The Titanic World’s Largest Museum Attraction is set to open in April, providing 30,000 square feet of the artifacts and photographs you would expect to see in a museum, plus many interactive opportunities, activities specifically for children and glimpses into the way of life for those sailing on the luxury liner."
With extensive quotes from the museum's owners, John Joslyn and Mary-Kellogg Joslyn, the feature article offers a unique glimpse of what the newest Pigeon Forge attraction has to offer. Unlike anything else in the area, the Titanic Museum is certain to be a big draw. Approximately 750,000 visitors are anticipated during the museum's first year (more than 2 million people have toured the other Titanic Museum in Branson, Missouri since the Joslyns opened it three years ago).
“The heart of the ship, though, the one that everybody wants to see, is what we call our million dollar grand staircase,” Kellogg said (in the article). “And it’s actual size. So for the first time in the world, you’ll actually walk that grand staircase and go up to a the first-class suite.”
Read the entire story at www.TheMountainPress.com and get more information about the new Titanic Museum at www.TitanicPigeonForge.com.
MTA Releases 1st Medical Tourism Documentary
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Dec 07, 2009 – The first documentary on medical tourism, Angeles Overseas was premiered to a global audience of well known personalities from the medical tourism sector at the recently concluded 2nd Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress in Los Angeles October 26th-28th 2009.
The Medical Tourism Association ( http://www.MedicalTourismAssociation.com) who was the organizer of the congress show-cased the pioneering effort as part of its endeavor to initiate several educative measures to acquaint the average medical traveler with important aspects of the seeking medical assistance from foreign lands. The documentary provides insight into the high quality of healthcare that Americans and traveling patients worldwide can receive when they travel to a foreign country.
“This portrayal will bring to the notice of global audiences the high quality of healthcare available across several countries and change the image of medical tourism. MTA has diligently worked on this project for over a year with the sole goal of making available a patient’s actual experience,” said Prem Jagyasi, chief strategy officer, Medical Tourism Association.
Free for public viewing on the official MTA website, it is expected to be watched by patients, employers, insurance companies and medical tourism facilitators. MTA is committed to its mission of elevating the levels of public awareness about medical tourism and works such as these are a demonstration of this. We will continue to work on many more documentaries and other educative tools.
“This is just one of the many initiatives the MTA has rolled out to educate the public across the world about the potential of medical tourism,” said Vivian Ho, strategic development officer, Medical Tourism Association.
The one hour film traces the experience of an American patient Bob who traveled to Costa Rica to undergo a double knee placement in an alien environment. He not only saves $80,000 but gets an excellent medical attention. His journey becomes even more pertinent as he represents a sizeable breed of first timers who until now had never left the shores of their homeland as they do not have a comprehensive health insurance. Deloitte estimates that in 2012, 1.6 million Americans will leave the US for medical care overseas.
Angeles Overseas ~ Costa Rica edition is available for viewing on http://medicaltourismassociation.com/documentary.html. To get more information on the film please contact Jessica Johnson JJohnson@MedicalTourismAssociation.com .
About MTA
The Medical Tourism Association (Medical Travel Association), also known as the Global Healthcare Association, http://medicaltourismassociation.com/ is the first international non-profit association made up of the top international hospitals, healthcare providers, medical travel facilitators, insurance companies, and other affiliated companies and members with the common goal of promoting the highest level of quality of healthcare to patients in a global environment. Our Association promotes the interests of its healthcare provider and medical tourism facilitators members. The Medical Tourism Association has three tenets: Transparency, Communication and Education.
The Medical Tourism Association ( http://www.MedicalTourismAssociation.com) who was the organizer of the congress show-cased the pioneering effort as part of its endeavor to initiate several educative measures to acquaint the average medical traveler with important aspects of the seeking medical assistance from foreign lands. The documentary provides insight into the high quality of healthcare that Americans and traveling patients worldwide can receive when they travel to a foreign country.
“This portrayal will bring to the notice of global audiences the high quality of healthcare available across several countries and change the image of medical tourism. MTA has diligently worked on this project for over a year with the sole goal of making available a patient’s actual experience,” said Prem Jagyasi, chief strategy officer, Medical Tourism Association.
Free for public viewing on the official MTA website, it is expected to be watched by patients, employers, insurance companies and medical tourism facilitators. MTA is committed to its mission of elevating the levels of public awareness about medical tourism and works such as these are a demonstration of this. We will continue to work on many more documentaries and other educative tools.
“This is just one of the many initiatives the MTA has rolled out to educate the public across the world about the potential of medical tourism,” said Vivian Ho, strategic development officer, Medical Tourism Association.
The one hour film traces the experience of an American patient Bob who traveled to Costa Rica to undergo a double knee placement in an alien environment. He not only saves $80,000 but gets an excellent medical attention. His journey becomes even more pertinent as he represents a sizeable breed of first timers who until now had never left the shores of their homeland as they do not have a comprehensive health insurance. Deloitte estimates that in 2012, 1.6 million Americans will leave the US for medical care overseas.
Angeles Overseas ~ Costa Rica edition is available for viewing on http://medicaltourismassociation.com/documentary.html. To get more information on the film please contact Jessica Johnson JJohnson@MedicalTourismAssociation.com .
About MTA
The Medical Tourism Association (Medical Travel Association), also known as the Global Healthcare Association, http://medicaltourismassociation.com/ is the first international non-profit association made up of the top international hospitals, healthcare providers, medical travel facilitators, insurance companies, and other affiliated companies and members with the common goal of promoting the highest level of quality of healthcare to patients in a global environment. Our Association promotes the interests of its healthcare provider and medical tourism facilitators members. The Medical Tourism Association has three tenets: Transparency, Communication and Education.
MV Aquamarine Opens Up High Seas Luxury Cruising for Indian Tourists
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Dec 06, 2009 – The luxury liner was officially launched at a ceremony to celebrate its inaugural sailing, by Union Minister for Tourism, Kumari Selja in Kochi today. MV Aquamarine is the first cruise liner to offer cruises targeted at the Indian tourism market. In her speech, the Minister said that there was tremendous scope for cruise tourism in the country, given India’s strong domestic tourism sector and growing middle class and of course, the country’s 7,517 kilometre long coastline. Director of Kerala Tourism, Mr M Sivasankar stated that exotic voyages from Kochi, is a unique product for the Indian market, which is craving for new and exciting experiences. He added that the new development will further boost Kochi’s position as a cruise hub and destination in the area.
MV Aquamarine has a capacity to carry 1,200 passengers and will offer itineraries on the Kochi-Maldives-Kochi and the Kochi-Colombo-Kochi routes, in addition to a one-night high sea-sailing itinerary. Mr Oneil Khosa, Managing Director of Louis Cruises India, while speaking at the aforementioned ceremony underlined the fact that the 2 night/3day itineraries to Maldives and Sri Lanka are considered to be ideal as Indian, are not inclined towards long sailing. Packages start from Rs 5,000 per person per day for a three-night tour package.
Addressing the officials and travel executives who honored the ceremony with their presence, Mr. Louis Loizou, Louis Group Executive Director and Deputy CEO of Louis Cruises expressed the company’s satisfaction for adding Kochi to the list of homeports-the first non-European base for Louis’ twelve-strong fleet. Mr. Loizou thanked the Indian authorities for their warm welcome and noted the endless potential of the Indian tourism market and the Group’s strong belief that cruising will be embraced by Indians and visitors alike.
MV Aquamarine will homeport in Kochi from 2nd December 2009 to 25th April 2010 and will operate cruise itineraries 3 times a week from Kochi. Around 60,000 Indian tourists are expected to cruise on MV Aquamarine this season. The vessel will make her debut voyage tomorrow, from Kochi to the Maldives. Kerala Tourism has tied up with the company to market and promote cruise tourism from Kochi.
Besides 525 spacious state rooms and suites, which are all above sea level, passengers will also get to enjoy her world class facilities including several restaurants, a swimming pool, fitness center, massage/sauna facilities, a casino and duty free shopping. The vessel has also been modified to include a cricket pitch – giving Indian travelers a new experience of playing cricket on the high seas. Food and entertainment on board will also take in Indian taste and has been modified to include both Indian and European themes.
The 7 deck ship spans 531 ft in length, 83 ft in breadth and has 4 elevators. With a gross tonnage of 25,611, it will cruise the Indian Ocean at 17 knots. MV Aquamarine is owned by Louis Cruises India, a subsidiary of Louis Cruises - the 5th largest cruise operator in the world. The company’s decision to expand its operations to India was to take advantage of the rising Indian tourism market. Louis Cruises India will reach out to a broad target segment in India including families, honeymooners, the corporate sector and MICE.
Apart from hosting a growing number of cruise ships, Kochi also hosted the Volvo Ocean Race last year, marking its entry on the global yachting map.
MV Aquamarine has a capacity to carry 1,200 passengers and will offer itineraries on the Kochi-Maldives-Kochi and the Kochi-Colombo-Kochi routes, in addition to a one-night high sea-sailing itinerary. Mr Oneil Khosa, Managing Director of Louis Cruises India, while speaking at the aforementioned ceremony underlined the fact that the 2 night/3day itineraries to Maldives and Sri Lanka are considered to be ideal as Indian, are not inclined towards long sailing. Packages start from Rs 5,000 per person per day for a three-night tour package.
Addressing the officials and travel executives who honored the ceremony with their presence, Mr. Louis Loizou, Louis Group Executive Director and Deputy CEO of Louis Cruises expressed the company’s satisfaction for adding Kochi to the list of homeports-the first non-European base for Louis’ twelve-strong fleet. Mr. Loizou thanked the Indian authorities for their warm welcome and noted the endless potential of the Indian tourism market and the Group’s strong belief that cruising will be embraced by Indians and visitors alike.
MV Aquamarine will homeport in Kochi from 2nd December 2009 to 25th April 2010 and will operate cruise itineraries 3 times a week from Kochi. Around 60,000 Indian tourists are expected to cruise on MV Aquamarine this season. The vessel will make her debut voyage tomorrow, from Kochi to the Maldives. Kerala Tourism has tied up with the company to market and promote cruise tourism from Kochi.
Besides 525 spacious state rooms and suites, which are all above sea level, passengers will also get to enjoy her world class facilities including several restaurants, a swimming pool, fitness center, massage/sauna facilities, a casino and duty free shopping. The vessel has also been modified to include a cricket pitch – giving Indian travelers a new experience of playing cricket on the high seas. Food and entertainment on board will also take in Indian taste and has been modified to include both Indian and European themes.
The 7 deck ship spans 531 ft in length, 83 ft in breadth and has 4 elevators. With a gross tonnage of 25,611, it will cruise the Indian Ocean at 17 knots. MV Aquamarine is owned by Louis Cruises India, a subsidiary of Louis Cruises - the 5th largest cruise operator in the world. The company’s decision to expand its operations to India was to take advantage of the rising Indian tourism market. Louis Cruises India will reach out to a broad target segment in India including families, honeymooners, the corporate sector and MICE.
Apart from hosting a growing number of cruise ships, Kochi also hosted the Volvo Ocean Race last year, marking its entry on the global yachting map.
Aquamarine Sets Sail On Her Maiden Voyage From India
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 06, 2009 – The international luxury liner MV Aquamarine, which is the first cruise ship to homeport in India, was officially flagged off by the Chairman of Cochin Port Trust, Mr N Ramachandran
on its first voyage from Kochi yesterday afternoon. With 670 passengers and 350 crew on board, the Aquamarine set sail for the Maldives for what is expected to be a thrilling trip that will take in a barbecue by the pool, a party on board and various shore activities and excursions on the island.
Secretary of Kerala Tourism, Dr Venu said that cruise holidays is a new product and another exceptional holiday experience in Kerala that will excite Indian travelers.
‘Kerala has been delighting travelers with unique products like houseboats and ayurveda and this latest offering is the ultimate travel experience for those seeking luxury and action’ he added.
The MV Aquamarine is owned by Louis Cruises India, a subsidiary of Louis Cruises - the 5th largest cruise operator in the world.
Kerala Tourism has tied up with the company to market and promote cruise tourism from Kochi.
on its first voyage from Kochi yesterday afternoon. With 670 passengers and 350 crew on board, the Aquamarine set sail for the Maldives for what is expected to be a thrilling trip that will take in a barbecue by the pool, a party on board and various shore activities and excursions on the island.
Secretary of Kerala Tourism, Dr Venu said that cruise holidays is a new product and another exceptional holiday experience in Kerala that will excite Indian travelers.
‘Kerala has been delighting travelers with unique products like houseboats and ayurveda and this latest offering is the ultimate travel experience for those seeking luxury and action’ he added.
The MV Aquamarine is owned by Louis Cruises India, a subsidiary of Louis Cruises - the 5th largest cruise operator in the world.
Kerala Tourism has tied up with the company to market and promote cruise tourism from Kochi.
Friday, December 4, 2009
Discover an Amazing Shopping Package at the Residence Inn Miramar
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 03, 2009 – Miramar, FL- Enjoy big savings and relaxing accommodations with the Shop Till You Drop Package at the Residence Inn Miramar. Plan a weekend vacation to beautiful Miramar, Florida and shop at South Florida’s newest retail and entertainment complex, The Shops at Pembroke Gardens.
Discover a comfortable stay at this Miramar hotel and enjoy savings at an upscale lifestyle shopping center. Experience relaxing lodging and take advantage of the Shop Till You Drop Package that offers:
• Comfortable overnight suite accommodations
• $50 Gift card to The Shops at Pembroke Gardens
• Pet-friendly accommodations
• Daily complimentary hot breakfast buffet
Plan a Weekend Shopping Trip with Great Deals at a Stylish Miramar Hotel
The Residence Inn Miramar is the perfect place to book overnight accommodations when visiting Miramar for a weekend shopping trip. Visit The Shops at Pembroke Gardens to enjoy savings at popular stores such as Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, JoS. A. Banks Clothiers, and White House/Black Market.
With a $50 gift card to The Shops at Pembroke Gardens from the Residence Inn Miramar, everyone can enjoy the range of restaurants that it has to offer. Hurry and book accommodations at this Miramar hotel today to receive the Shop Till You Drop Package, available now through March 18, 2010.
With rates ranging from just $150-$160 per night, planning a trip to this Miramar hotel is easy and affordable. For more information about a weekend shopping getaway and accommodations at the Residence Inn Miramar, please visit: http://www.marriott.com/fllmr.
Discover a comfortable stay at this Miramar hotel and enjoy savings at an upscale lifestyle shopping center. Experience relaxing lodging and take advantage of the Shop Till You Drop Package that offers:
• Comfortable overnight suite accommodations
• $50 Gift card to The Shops at Pembroke Gardens
• Pet-friendly accommodations
• Daily complimentary hot breakfast buffet
Plan a Weekend Shopping Trip with Great Deals at a Stylish Miramar Hotel
The Residence Inn Miramar is the perfect place to book overnight accommodations when visiting Miramar for a weekend shopping trip. Visit The Shops at Pembroke Gardens to enjoy savings at popular stores such as Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, JoS. A. Banks Clothiers, and White House/Black Market.
With a $50 gift card to The Shops at Pembroke Gardens from the Residence Inn Miramar, everyone can enjoy the range of restaurants that it has to offer. Hurry and book accommodations at this Miramar hotel today to receive the Shop Till You Drop Package, available now through March 18, 2010.
With rates ranging from just $150-$160 per night, planning a trip to this Miramar hotel is easy and affordable. For more information about a weekend shopping getaway and accommodations at the Residence Inn Miramar, please visit: http://www.marriott.com/fllmr.
Sleep and Eat for One Great Rate at The Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
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Dec 03, 2009 – Bloomington, IN- Stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington and enjoy the new Bed ‘N Breakfast Package. Experience a luxurious stay at this stylish Bloomington hotel and take advantage of this package, which includes a cooked-to-order breakfast and lush amenities to make any visit to Indiana easy and relaxing.
Escape on a getaway with the new Bed ‘N Breakfast Package that offers:
• Breakfast for each adult staying in the same room
• Complimentary breakfast for kids 12 and under
• Lazy Breakfast service until 11 a.m. on weekends
• Access to fitness center, pool, and whirlpool
Let the Relaxation Begin with a Bloomington Hotel Package
Start the day off right with a cooked-to-order breakfast with the new Bed ‘N Breakfast Package at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington hotel. Then sit back and relax with convenient amenities that this Bloomington hotel has to offer.
Sleep in late on the weekends in pure comfort with plush bedding options. Then take advantage of the Lazy Breakfast service open until 11 a.m. Indulge in the Bed ‘N Breakfast package and enjoy great savings at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington. Hurry and book accommodations now to experience this package being offered at this Bloomington hotel.
For more information about the Bed ‘N Breakfast Package at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington, please visit: http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/hotels/index.jht ....
Escape on a getaway with the new Bed ‘N Breakfast Package that offers:
• Breakfast for each adult staying in the same room
• Complimentary breakfast for kids 12 and under
• Lazy Breakfast service until 11 a.m. on weekends
• Access to fitness center, pool, and whirlpool
Let the Relaxation Begin with a Bloomington Hotel Package
Start the day off right with a cooked-to-order breakfast with the new Bed ‘N Breakfast Package at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington hotel. Then sit back and relax with convenient amenities that this Bloomington hotel has to offer.
Sleep in late on the weekends in pure comfort with plush bedding options. Then take advantage of the Lazy Breakfast service open until 11 a.m. Indulge in the Bed ‘N Breakfast package and enjoy great savings at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington. Hurry and book accommodations now to experience this package being offered at this Bloomington hotel.
For more information about the Bed ‘N Breakfast Package at the Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington, please visit: http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/hotels/index.jht ....
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