Travel XL News http://www.travelxl.org The latest travel news in XL style. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 01:46:14 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Featured Hotel: The Olsen Hotel – Boutique South Yarra, Melbourne Accommodations http://www.travelxl.org/pages/featured-hotel-the-olsen-hotel-boutique-south-yarra-melbourne-accommodations/ http://www.travelxl.org/pages/featured-hotel-the-olsen-hotel-boutique-south-yarra-melbourne-accommodations/#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 20:29:46 +0000 Editor http://www.travelxl.org/?p=4035 Our featured hotel is the Olsen Hotel, a boutique hotel located in South Yarra, Melbourne, Australia. The Olsen Hotel offers travelers premier South Yarra accommodation with 229 elegant five-star suites that are infused with the lyrical works of revered Australian Landscape artist Dr John Olsen. Breathtaking mural and sculpture greet you on arrival and large prints adorn all hallways and suites. This boutique Melbourne hotel is complimented by a day spa and two delicious restaurants; you will be reveling in the Art of [Creature Comforts].

The Olsen Hotel – Boutique South Yarra Melbourne Accommodation
A truly unique Melbourne accommodation, The Olsen embodies inspirational architecture and opulent design inspired by Australias greatest living painter John Olsen. Lyrical artworks adorn the walls throughout; while a stunning a glass bottomed swimming pool and entertainment precinct await you. Shoppers delight set on Melbournes Chapel Street, the premier location to indulge in leading fashion, restaurant excellence and the bounty of cultural events the city has to offer. Refined hotel suites, many boasting stunning city skyline views are appointed with up to the minute comforts and technology, every suite is home to charming Olsen prints.

The Olsen is a joy to inhabit. Perfect if you are looking to immerse yourself in authentic Melbourne style and culture.

The Olsen Opening Night – South Yarra Melbourne Hotel
Shoppers delight set on Melbournes Chapel Street, the premier location to indulge in leading fashion, restaurant excellence and the bounty of cultural events the city has to offer. The Olsen embodies inspirational architecture and opulent design inspired by Australias greatest living painter John Olsen. Lyrical artworks adorn the walls throughout; while a stunning a glass bottomed swimming pool and entertainment precinct await you.

Art Series invited guests to help open their flagship property on the night of the 15th of April, 2010, to experience – The Art of [Creature Comforts] for themselves.

Stephen Block – Resident in-house at The Olsen Hotel Melbourne – South Yarra Apartments
Did you know you can LIVE at any one of the Art Series Hotels? Art Inspired Residences in Melbourne – Here’s what it’s like from the CEO of the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra , Stephen Block. Art inspired residences are brought to you by the innovative Art Series Hotel Group, and now invite you to experience the ultimate in flexible luxury living. Contemporary, fully furnished studio apartments Move in to all modern conveniences in Melbourne’s most sought after residential locations – St Kilda Road, South Yarra and Prahran.

Live within minutes of the CBD Trains, trams and taxis are all on your doorstep and Smart cars or Kronan bicycles enable you to buzz about independently.

Five star facilities Security, 24 hour Concierge, delicious restaurants, state of the art gymnasiums, a day spa and pool are just some of benefits you can enjoy. Immediate, convenient, and available today Ideal for weekly, monthly and longer term stays.

Camilla Launches New Range at The Olsen – South Yarra Melbourne Hotel

The Olsen pool launches into summer with the dazzling new range by kaftan queen, Camilla. The Olsen Hotel, located in Melbourne Australia, is a luxury boutique hotel in South Yarra on prestigious Chapel Street. Accommodations at The Olsen Hotel include 229 hotel suites and residences that are unlike any other in Melbourne. As part of the Art Series Hotel group, the hotel’s design and décor reflect the style of artist Dr. John Olsen – one of Australia’s greatest living painters.

]]> http://www.travelxl.org/pages/featured-hotel-the-olsen-hotel-boutique-south-yarra-melbourne-accommodations/feed/ 0 Choose Majorca for Your Next Family Holiday http://www.travelxl.org/pages/choose-majorca-for-your-next-family-holiday/ http://www.travelxl.org/pages/choose-majorca-for-your-next-family-holiday/#comments Thu, 12 May 2011 19:04:13 +0000 Editor http://www.travelxl.org/?p=4032 It’s never been easier to go on holidays to Majorca from the UK – with more airports than ever offering international flights and flight prices dropping all the time, holidaying to the Balearic Islands and sunning it up in the Mediterranean.

Now that getting there is simpler and cheaper than ever, it’s the perfect time for families to venture abroad. Majorca, or Mallorca as it’s known in the island’s native language of Catalan, has seen tourism levels grow steadily since package holidays became popular in the 1950s and now has many high quality tourist amenities, such as stores selling British products and newspapers to restaurants with menus that might be more palatable to young taste buds who are missing their fish fingers and chips. The island has many “children only” areas scattered throughout which allows families to enjoy their holiday alongside others trying to do the same and many local hotels and resorts offer special rates for families, or have a “children stay free” policy.

Majorca might be famous for its beautiful beaches and lively nightlife, but there’s no shortage of things to do that don’t involve sand and clubs. The island hosts a variety of festivals year round and many of them are catered specifically to children and families – during the first weekend of September, the Santa Margalida festival sees children dress up as little devils and try to spook and prank the adults while young girls are encouraged to ride on the parade floats wearing the costume of the festival’s patron saint, Santa Catalina Tomas.

Majorca has its own waterparks, with Aqualand Mallorca on the El Arenal beach offering a family friendly experience and Western Park, with its Wild West theme, allowing your little cowboys and cowgirls to enjoy the wide variety of attractions and rides the park has to offer. If you’d prefer to be beside the sea side, there are plenty areas of Majorca’s extensive beaches set aside exclusively for family use.

With many travel agents and online deal websites offering great deals on holidays to Majorca from the UK and with your family’s every need catered to, Majorca is a great destination choice for your children’s first holiday as they can have all their home comforts while exploring all Spain has to offer.

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Research

You wouldn’t try to drive a car without lessons, so why would you book a holiday in a country you know nothing about? So to avoid any nasty surprises, make sure you’ve read up on your chosen holiday country, and know where some of the best places to visit are. One of the worst things to experience on holiday is boredom, so make sure that you counter this with a to do list, or a plan of all the things you want to see and do once you’re there.

Use the Internet

As little as five years ago, most people would pop into their local travel agent on their local high street and see what holidays were on offer to them. However, now that so many people have easy to access to a quick and reliable internet connection, many holiday companies have moved into the online industry, and so, that is where some of the best deals can be found. Booking online also gives you the freedom to choose where exactly you want to go, stay and fly from because you are completely in control, you are the boss, and what’s more you can do all this from the comfort of your own home, you don’t even have to leave your living room.

You can arrange your own holiday, it’s very easy, but whether you’re going on holiday in the US or you’re looking into booking holidays in Spain you can organise it all yourself and you can even save some money doing it this way too.

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2010) - Seeing the world’ is undoubtedly atop many to do lists across the world and in the last number of decades, cruise operators have made it more accessible with all-inclusive fares.

World cruises are now being offered by several UK operators and passengers aboard these cruises get to experience some of the most significant cities and sites in the world first-hand. World cruise voyages typically take between 110 to 120 nights with itineraries running from January onwards.

Voyages give passengers the opportunity to see the world in three months in unrivalled luxury. Cruise operators also provide daily entertainment and activities to keep passengers entertained whilst at sea, or in port.

World cruises, such as those offered by Saga Travel, offer more than just entertainment, pampering and sightseeing; travel insurance, port taxes, visas and travel to guests’ departure port are all included in the cost of the cruise.

See the Rose Red City of Petra, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, aboard Saga’s World Cruise 2011. Built by the Nabateans around 100 BC and only discovered by the Western World in 1812, Petra is an essential destination for every world traveller. The cruise will also make berth in the Maldives, allowing guests to indulge and relax on this tropical paradise with its pristine white beaches and idyllic scenery.

Norway may be the best known destination for travellers wanting to explore fjords, but New Zealand is also an option boasting a range of breathtaking fjords. The Milford Sound is the centrepiece of New Zealand Fjordland scenery, a region Rudyard Kipling called “eighth wonder of the world.”

World cruises not only allows passengers to explore the world, but also allows for the creation of lasting friendships, memories and a truly incredible collection of photographs.       

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SOURCE: Avis Rent A Car System, LLC

Association With the Rose Parade® and the Rose Bowl Game® Will Drive Rentals, Brand Exposure and New Business Opportunities

PARSIPPANY, N.J.–(Marketwire – December 13, 2010) – Avis Rent A Car today announced that it has entered into a new multi-year partnership with the Tournament of Roses, host of the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl Game. Through this partnership, Avis will showcase products and services to the approximately 55 million people who view or attend the traditional New Year celebrations in Pasadena, Calif.

As the Official Rental Car Company of the Tournament of Roses, Avis will fulfill the vehicle rental needs of the Tournament of Roses’ management, members and volunteers as well as the NCAA college football teams playing in the annual Rose Bowl Game on New Year’s Day, and their alumni and followers who attend the game. This year’s match-up pits number No. 5 BCS ranked University of Wisconsin and No. 3 BCS ranked Texas Christian University (TCU). Avis will be featured on the Tournament of Roses Web site and will also be displayed on the stadium scoreboard seen by approximately 100,000 fans along with millions of television viewers in the United States and abroad.

“There are few events as storied as the Tournament of Rose Parades and the Rose Bowl,” said Tom Gartland, executive vice president of sales, marketing and customer care for Avis Budget Group, the parent company of Avis. “This partnership will generate extraordinary brand exposure, incremental rentals and will help to introduce many travelers to our famous ‘We try harder’ customer service.”

The partnership also allows Avis to market its products and services to alumni and fans of teams playing in the Rose Bowl Game. Full-page, color Avis ads will appear in the official Rose Parade program given to 750,000 spectators and the Rose Bowl Game program presented to 100,000 visitors who attend annually.

“We are thrilled to be working with Avis,” said Tournament of Roses President, Jeff Throop. “Like those who produce our parade every year and the teams that reach one of college football’s best-known bowl games, Avis works harder to be the best. We look forward to providing Avis’ premium products and services for what we think are, year-in and year-out, two of the finest events in the United States.”

About the Pasadena Tournament of Roses
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses is a volunteer organization that annually hosts the Rose Parade, Rose Bowl Game and various associated events. The 122nd Rose Parade themed Building Dreams, Friendships & Memories, will take place Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at 8 a.m. (PST) featuring majestic floral floats, high-stepping equestrian units and spirited marching bands. Following the parade, the 97th Rose Bowl Game will kick off at 2:10 p.m. (PST) and feature an exciting match-up between two of the top collegiate football teams in the nation. For additional information on the Tournament of Roses please visit the official website at www.tournamentofroses.com.

About Avis
Avis Rent A Car System, LLC and its subsidiaries operate one of the world’s leading car rental brands, providing business and leisure customers with a wide range of services at approximately 2,200 locations in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the Latin American / Caribbean region. Avis is one of the world’s top brands for customer loyalty, ranking as the number one car rental company in the Brand Keys® Customer Loyalty Engagement Index for the past eleven years. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NYSE: CAR). For more information, visit www.avis.com.

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2010) - The festive season can be a lonely time for singles, but with a wide range of singles holidays on offer for the 2010 festive season, the opportunity to embark on the holiday of a lifetime is now.

There are a number of options available for singles holidays to ensure a memorable and exciting Christmas break is had by all. Saga Travel’s ‘A Taste of Spain’ tour is one of them, and offers guests the opportunity to meet and mingle with other singles whilst enjoying Spanish hospitality and cuisine.

The tour focuses on the somewhat lesser known regions of central and northern Spain and reveals the immaculate scenery of the Picos de Europe Mountains. The trip offers more than a Spanish countryside escape; travellers can also choose an alternative package that allows for a day in Athens and a trip to the New Forest or Beaulieu. When visiting Naples it is highly recommended that visitors explore the ruins of Pompeii.

Travellers looking for an active holiday in the USA should consider a structured package holiday to the States. The itinerary could typically include a visit to the Grand Canyon, hiking through National Parks, horse riding, mountain biking and a New Year’s Eve celebration in Las Vegas.

For those keen to retain the wintery feel during the festive season, Switzerland offers the perfect singles holiday opportunity. Enjoy the luxury of the Royal Plaza, situated next to Lake Geneva, and go on a tour of the 13th century Château de Chillon, a journey on the ‘cog’ railway to Rochers de Naye and lunch on the Mer de Glace, which is one of Europe’s longest glaciers.

These singles holidays offer individuals the opportunity to go out and fulfil lifelong travel dreams. Exploring the world while meeting new people is a highly rewarding and enjoyable way to end any year and could even be the perfect stepping stone for a brilliant year to come.

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2010) - A river cruise allows travellers to experience slow and relaxed travel to the destinations of their choice. It is for this reason that more British holidaymakers are choosing cruises for their next holiday. While oceanic cruises are already popular, river cruises are fast becoming the option for travellers looking for a unique way to explore inland destinations.

River cruises provide travellers with the opportunity to see the sights and sounds of the world’s greatest destinations at their leisure. Why not sail past the slow turning windmills along the Rhine or observe the illuminated landmarks of Paris while sailing along the Seine to unwind after a long 2010?

Saga Travel offers a selection of unique river cruises for the more sophisticated traveller. Travel with like-minded cruisers aboard a romantic Rhineland cruise that takes passengers on a relaxed journey through picturesque towns and historic German villages courtesy of the highly commended Rex Rheni.

This seven night river cruise is sure to provide travellers with beautiful sunsets and plenty of photographic opportunities. After a day of exploring the Rhine Shwarze Katze’s vineyards, passengers can savour the onboard cuisine and wines.

Travellers in search of a more traditional destination will enjoy Saga Travel’s ‘Hidden Treasures of Holland’ river cruise. Filled with colour and lesser-known retreats, this seven night cruise along the canals and waterways of the Netherlands takes passengers through the beautiful fields of flowers for which Holland is renowned. For the more tranquil side of Holland, visit the some of the quieter ports, such as the island of Texel.

River cruises with Saga Travel are filled with unique experiences that cater for both new and seasoned cruisers. Saga’s river cruises are all-inclusive, leaving travellers to make the most of their holiday without the need to worry about travel insurance, baggage or flight details. Saga Travel ensures that holidays are done properly and have a selection of river cruises to suit even the most discerning traveller’s needs.

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SOURCE: Canadian Club

Hockey Legend and Special Guest Chris Chelios Attended Celebratory Event, Followed by a Whisky Tutorial With “Godfather of Whisky” Dan Tullio and CC Brand Ambassador Tish Harcus

DEERFIELD, IL–(Marketwire – December 13, 2010) – Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, and Canadian Club® Canadian Whisky (CC™), one of the world’s leading Canadian whiskies, and the Detroit Red Wings® hockey team unveiled a new, branded bar, the CC Olympia Club, at the Joe Louis Arena, home of the Red Wings. The CC Olympia Club officially opened on Friday, December 10, 2010 with a ribbon cutting event.

Who: Chris Chelios, hockey legend and Red Wings advisor to hockey operations; Tom Wilson, Olympia Entertainment president and CEO; Ken Holland, Red Wings executive vice president and general manager; and Dan Tullio and Tish Harcus, CC brand ambassadors. 

What: Media and VIP guests participated in a whisky tutorial and ended the evening by watching the Detroit Red Wings take on the Montreal Canadiens.

A classic, upscale sports bar, the CC Olympia Club is the ultimate place to host guests and is open to all season ticket holders and suite occupants for arena events. The full service bar features Canadian Club® 6 Year, Canadian Club® Classic 12, Canadian Club® Reserve 10 and Canadian Club® Sherry Cask — for legal purchase age consumers to enjoy. The beverage menus in all of the arena suites also feature Canadian Club spirits and cocktails, including CC & Ginger, CC & Soda, CC Sour, and a Classic 12 Manhattan. In addition, the CC Olympia Club will be used for special events throughout the season including Canadian Club tutorials.

“Detroit has special significance to Canadian Club, and we enjoy the views of the city from our home in Windsor, Ontario,” said Michael Cockram, senior director, Canadian Club. ”Having a home at the Joe Louis Arena honors that relationship.”

“Hockey and Canadian Club mix perfectly. Sports fans in Detroit are among the best and CC is proud to support the local teams,” said John Horn, director of field marketing, Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. “One more thing CC shares with the city and the Red Wings is that we’re both the best on ice!”

About Beam Global Spirits & Wine:
 Inspiring conversations around the world, Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. is building brands people want to talk about. Consumers from all corners of the globe call for our brands, including Jim Beam® Bourbon, Sauza® Tequila, Canadian Club® Whisky, Courvoisier® Cognac, Maker’s Mark® Bourbon, Laphroaig® Scotch Whisky, Cruzan® Rum, EFFEN® Vodka, Larios® Gin, Whisky DYC®, Teacher’s® Scotch Whisky, DeKuyper® Cordials and Liqueurs and Knob Creek® Bourbon. Beam Global Spirits & Wine is part of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), a leading consumer brands company. For more information on Beam Global Spirits & Wine, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, visit www.beamglobal.com and www.drinksmart.com

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CONTACTS:
Lara Beauregard
Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc.
847- 444-7073
Lara.Beauregard@beamglobal.com

Mimi Jonas
SHIFT Communications
646-756-3703
CC@shiftcomm.com

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2010) - Winter has arrived in the UK and British holidaymakers may be contemplating leaving the cold British shores to enjoy a sun filled beach holiday abroad. As usual, Spain will be a popular destination, and with good reason.

Holidays in Spain give visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in one of the most vibrant and lively cultures in the world. Whether it’s the Andalusian coast, the wild shorelines of western Spain or the resorts and villages of the Costa Blanca, Spain offers something for everyone.

Andalusia is home to two of the great Moorish cities, Granada and Alhambra. Their milky white beaches, azure oceans and the unique atmosphere of this popular region make it an essential stop during any holiday visit to Spain.

The western coast of Spain is where travellers will find the Costa de la Luz as well as the unspoilt, traditional Andalusia of years gone by. There are a number of annual festivals in the region that celebrate everything from its gypsy heritage to the dominant religions. Punta Umbria is the best destination for visitors looking to relax and experience the area’s renowned fauna and flora.

The Costa Blanca is famous for its spectacular beaches and the tourist resorts that line the coast. Benidorm is one of the more famous towns along the coast. The city’s bustling metropolis is set near the spectacular Puig Campana, one of Costa Blanca’s impressive mountains, and offers travellers ample urban, cultural and outdoor activities to pass the time on their holidays in Spain.

All of these destinations hold their own unique appeal, but the liveliest of the Spanish costas is without a doubt the Costa del Sol. Its sandy beaches, golf courses, mountain ranges and quaint villages provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable Spanish holiday.        

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2010) - Ocean cruises have always been renowned for their onboard performances, but in recent times these offerings have become even more memorable and extravagant.

Ocean cruises now offer more than just entertainers by world-class musicians and performers, there are entire themed cruises available to travellers. This allows future passengers to factor the onboard entertainment into their decision when booking ocean cruises.

Some of the most notable offerings available aboard some of the cruise ships include Taylor Swift performing during a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise. Passengers will also be able to enjoy the musical Chicago and a show based on Madagascar, the DreamWorks film.

Themed ocean cruises are becoming increasingly popular with more operators offering a wider range of cruises for guests to choose from. These themed voyages cater for people who are passionate about culture, history, art, food and wine, yet will appeal to everyone.

Operators such as Saga Travel offer a wide selection of themed holidays, giving cruisers access to holidays focused on themes such as archaeology, gardening, music and walking to dancing, wildlife and military history, to name but a few.

The main appeal of an ocean cruise is, however, the destinations. With destinations that include the Mediterranean, Australasia, the Baltic, Scandinavia and the Caribbean, ocean cruises offer travellers a cost effective and convenient way to experience the world.

The fact that more internationally renowned performers are signing up to perform onboard these cruise ships may become a determining factor in the process of deciding which cruise to embark on. With so many theme options to choose from, travellers are bound to find the ideal themed cruise to suit their interests and travel needs.

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