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Only Four Chances Left to Win a Luxury Beach Vacation in ResortQuest's Online Contest Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:01AMPopular Vacation Treasure Hunt promotion set to end September 28. Only four weekly contests remain.
Earl’s glancing blow brushed off Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 8:03PMNo man is an island, but Gene Ratner’s oceanfront home appears well on its way to becoming one. Business - Gene Ratner - Energy - Star Wars - Nova Scotia
Beaches fill up after Earl Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:55PMThe unwanted guest, Hurricane Earl, departed Friday just in time to clear the holiday weekend for thousands of welcome visitors to North Carolina beaches.
Crescent Bar groups file claims against Grant PUD Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:02PMLynne Lynch/Columbia Basin Herald Wenatchee attorney Dale Foreman announces claims.
Travel & Tourism: Taking a shine to Davao’s pearlescent luster Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:33AMThey say that Davao is one of the best places to retire in the Philippines but you have to see it for yourself to decide whether it truly deserves its reputation.
Luxury travel is back! Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:27AMBut you can still find a deal for your winter tropical vacation.
Garmin® nüvi® Gets Personal at a Low Price, Bringing nüRoute Technology to Entry-Level Devices Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:15AMOLATHE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Garmin's new nüvi 2200 and nüvi 2300 families feature multi-stop route planning, route previews and innovative nüRoute technology with trafficTrends™ and myTrends™.
Resort Maps and TripAdvisor become travel companions Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:09AMResort Maps, creator of over 100 hand-drawn maps across the United States, United Kingdom, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico, recently entered into an agreement with TripAdvisor®, the world's largest travel site.
Garmin® nüvi® Gets Personal at a Low Price, Bringing nüRoute Technology to Entry-Level Devices Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:00AMOLATHE, Kan.----Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. , the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced two new series of budget-friendly nüvi personal navigation devices.
The Okaloosa County, FL Tourist Development Council and GetMoreVacations.com Join Forces to Sponsor Team 42 and David ... Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:01AMThe Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council (TDC) represents the cities of Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island, Florida and is partnering with GetMoreVacations.com to sponsor the Team 42 Nationwide car in Atlanta this weekend in an effort to advertise their innovative vacation specials in Northwest Florida.
Home sweet Bajan home? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:08PMFormer British Prime Minister Tony Blair may be planning to follow in the footsteps of another British leader who bought a home in Barbados as a retirement property.
Hurricane preparations underway Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:44PMThe seven members of the Havlin family have no plans to cut their vacation short. “All the local people are telling us it’s okay; and the people we rent from said if it’s going to get bad they’d let us know, so we plan to stay,” said Brian...
Summer 2010 -- A good tourism season, local businesses say Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:16PMThe tourism industry in Beaufort County continued to rebound throughout the summer, according to several people in the business.
EMT response time hampered by poor cell service Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:48PMTourist’s death illustrates need for better cell coverage, says fire chief.
12th Century Castles Go Modern With A Mobile Technology Twist Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:18AMIreland's Blue Book, known the world over for its one-of-a-kind historic hotel properties and stunning castles, has just signed on to create a customized mobile application with SmartStay App, created by O'Rourke Hospitality Marketing, the first company to open the mobile marketing channel to hotels and smaller properties. O'Rourke Hospitality Marketing continues to lead the hospitality industry ...
Fergus Cullen: A conversation with Erica Blizzard Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:15PMYou know Erica Blizzard. She's the Laconia party girl from Lifestyles of the Rich and the Reckless, the one with a need for speed who got drunk, smashed a $500,000 trophy boat into an island on Lake Winnipesaukee at 2:30 a.m., killed her best friend and got off easy. The real Erica Blizzard sitting across from me is no careless debutant, and her actual sentence is far more complicated and ...
Inquiring minds want to know Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:15PMThe adage that “those who can, do; those who can’t, teach” certainly does not apply to Kathy Mallon.
News Categories Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 7:39AMWe are just ending a family vacation on Ocracoke Island off the coast of North Carolina. We have been coming here for 35 years now, and though so much has changed, the simple beauty of the place remains.
Hilton Head Vacation Rentals Mission is Happy Customers Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:01AMIn the vacation rental business on Hilton Head Island, it is Hilton Head Vacation Rentals mission each day to create and deliver the ultimate vacation getaway for their clients. As one of the leading vacation rental management companies on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, they stand out from their competitors with over 1000 guest reviews and a nearly perfect 5 star rating on Trip Advisor's ...
Credit card giveaway to woo September visitors Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 2:37PMOvernight visitors to the county next month will get more than just a relaxing vacation, a serene coastline and the soothing beauty of nature. They’ll get up to $250 in prepaid credit cards as an incentive to spend locally. The Franklin County...
Americans Gear Up for Great Escapes This Autumn Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:00AMTripAdvisorÂ®, the world's largest travel site*, today announced the results of its annual fall and Labor Day travel survey of more than 2,000 U.S. travelers. Eighty-six percent are planning leisure trips this coming fall, compared to 73 percent that said they took trips last fall.
Horses on road to recovery Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:19PMFour of the horses seized at a Johns Island farm are on the mend at a nonprofit group's stables in Meggett, but they are just starting their journey back to health, the agency's director said Monday.
Reporters' Notebook: Murder-suicide got attention of many Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:18PMReporters' Notebook is a weekly feature in which our staff members share some of the stories behind the news. For an expanded version, go to readingeagle.com.
Ga. oil spill victims fear they'll be forgotten Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:02AMGa. oil spill victims fear they'll be forgotten
Will Georgia's Gulf oil spill victims be forgotten? Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:21AMWill Georgia's Gulf oil spill victims be forgotten?
NASCAR returns to Dover’s “Monster Mile” with Sprint Cup, Nationwide Series and K&N Pro Series races Sept. 24-26 Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:00AMThree fall races – including the second event in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup - at the famed Delaware oval draw stock car racing notables for the last of the track’s 2010 race weekends. ResortQuest offers vacation rental accommodations at the beach, just a short drive from the track.
Deeds recorded in Volusia County Aug. 2-6 Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 1:04AMThe Daytona Beach News-Journal publishes deed recordings supplied by the Volusia County Clerk of Court. The listing is limited to properties that sell for $100,000 or more. ASTOR Kathleen M Bliss and Calvin E. and Kathleen M. Bliss Trust...
Gulf oil spill wreaks havoc on coastal real estate sales Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 12:28AMIn Grand Isle, La., this is typically a busy season for Realtor Beverly Curole.
The Vegas IQ Test! Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 2:14AMThink you know this city? Time to put that knowledge to the test with the Weekly 's in-depth, well-researched, and, in some cases, crazy hard quiz
Gulf Coast real estate sales suffer from BP oil spill aftermath Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:32PMGulf Coast real estate sales suffer from BP oil spill aftermath
News Briefs Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 6:39PMThe Massachusetts Land Court has held that Bear Realty Trust, Maria Kitras trustee, has no right to access to about 30 acres of Aquinnah Land on Moshup trail. The trust holds the acreage as successors in interest to what are called set-off lots, created in 1871 and 1878, without express access.
Specificity of suggestions debated Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:10AMThe debate continued last week on how specific the town should be when referring to future revitalization of the island in town documents that shape the future of Longboat Key.
Looking for the Wahabs Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 4:09AMThe earliest Wahab was an itinerant merchant shipwrecked on the island in the latter part of the 17th century. The family had always understood their ancestor to be an Arab, making him the earliest Arab immigrant to these (North Carolina) shores, says James Zogby .
Big fun on the Big Island Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 11:18PM"My Hawaiian vacation is on the Moon?" That's a question first-time visitors to Hawaii's largest island might ask themselves as they look out their airplane on final approach into Kona International Airport.
NEWS IN BRIEF - 8/16/10 Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 10:58AMUnited Way set to host ‘Celebrate Children’s Day’
Charm and history in emerging resort Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 4:35AMMore than a decade of business and pleasure trips abroad and an affinity for old-world charm was more than enough to prompt Oliver and Marsha Hayden to seek out a second home in Europe. They looked in both Italy and France and also considered Spain, but found nothing suitable in their price range. Ultimately, the couple was lured to Croatia, once part of war-torn Yugoslavia and now a jet-set ...
Jeju attracts property investors from China Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 10:06PMThe southern island of Jeju is attracting rich Chinese seeking high returns and close, cheap and charming vacation spots. With beautiful scenery, a mild climate and plentiful resort resources, the island is one of Korea’s most famous tourist destinations.
Jeju attracts property investors from China Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 10:01PMThe southern island of Jeju is attracting rich Chinese seeking high returns and close, cheap and charming vacation spots. With beautiful scenery, a mild climate and plentiful resort resources, the is .....
BP oil claims: 'Takes too long to get anything done' Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 7:10AMIn this series, the Press-Register is following the experiences of oil spill victims seeking damage claims from BP.
Deeds recorded in Volusia County July 26-30 Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 12:34AMThe Daytona Beach News-Journal publishes deed recordings supplied by the Volusia County Clerk of Court. The listing is limited to properties that sell for $100,000 or more. DAYTONA BEACH Thomas Jee to Ronald J. and Becky L. Krenn, part...
The Weekend Warrior: August 13 - 15 Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 11:00AMComingSoon.net's The Weekend Warrior offers a preview of the new releases opening on Friday, August 13, which is basically a three-way analysis of the three new movies, Sylvester Stallone's star-studded action flick The Expendables (Lionsgate), Julia Roberts in the adaptation of the bestselling Eat, Pray, Love (Sony), and Edgar Wright's action-comedy Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (Universal). This ...
American Golf Adds Innovative Solutions to Meet the Unique Need of Golf Travelers Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 2:00AMAmerican Golf's updated features, benefits and solutions for travelers in search of local golf courses and online tee times opens up endless golf possibilities to golfers on the go.
Forget a house - buy an island Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 11:41PMOwning an island is likely to be something that few people would ever seriously consider. While it is exciting to imagine what living on an island would be like - palm trees, sunsets, gentle breezes - most people could never afford to own a piece of paradise. Or could they?
Live life to the fullest in Barbados Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 1:14AMIf you're trying to figure out how to live your life with all the hustle and bustle driving you crazy at home, consider taking a vacation to Barbados, where the locals consider themselves the ambassadors of how to live life.
Northeast of Silicon Valley, recession's effects are magnified Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 9:41PMEast of San Francisco, jobless rates go up to 20% and home prices are down as much as 75%. Sixty miles northeast of the sleek corporate campuses of Google Inc. and Intel Corp., housing tracts sit vacant. Factories are closed and job centers are packed with people looking for work.
Gulf oil spill's economic fallout easing up in Florida Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 6:08AMBP announced that 14 weeks after its underwater well ruptured on the Gulf floor, workers finally sealed the gusher with cement. While completion of a second relief well would mark the official end to the operation, the announcement was hailed as a milestone in the worst oil crisis in the country's history.
Real estate sales in Greater Victoria fall, prices slide from peak Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 3:54PMA chill swept Greater Victoria's summer real estate market last month, as both the number of sales and average prices moved downward.
Michelle Obama arrives in Spain Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 7:24AMUS First Lady Michelle Obama and her nine-year-old daughter Sasha have arrived in Marbella for a holiday.
Westin Continues Global Expansion with New Resorts Opening in Greece and Thailand This Summer Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 7:10AMWHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Continuing its global growth trajectory, Westin Hotels & Resorts is set to open two new breathtaking resorts in premium locations this summer. The Westin Resort, Costa Navarino recently made its debut on Greece’s scenic west coast and will be followed by the opening of The Westin Siray Bay Resort & Spa in Phuket, Thailand in August. This summer will also mark ...
Westin Continues Global Expansion with New Resorts Opening in Greece and Thailand This Summer Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 7:00AMWHITE PLAINS, N.Y.----Continuing its global growth trajectory, Westin Hotels & Resorts is set to open two new breathtaking resorts in premium locations this summer. The Westin Resort, Costa Navarino recently made its debut on Greece’s scenic west coast and will be followed by the opening of The Westin Siray Bay Resort & Spa in Phuket, Thailand in August.