The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) announced today that its Board of the Directors has approved the membership applications of three new companies, bringing the trade group comprised of the world's leading gaming suppliers to a milestone total of 50 members.

Now more than ever, vacationers are wanting maximum value out of their vacation investment. With perfect timing comes a brand new deal from United Vacations to a destination most would consider beautiful, luxurious ... and now affordable.

There's no doubt that in today's uncertain economic climate, a country with a strong and stable economy is the ultimate location for international property investors. Everyday we are bombarded with bad news and credit crunch crisis stories but one territory that remains a strong option is Canada.

There's no doubt that in today's uncertain economic climate, a country with a strong and stable economy is the ultimate location for international property investors. Everyday we are bombarded with bad news and credit crunch crisis stories but one territory that remains a strong option is Canada.

Alaska Airlines today will inaugurate daily, year-round service between Seattle and Kahului, Hawaii, on the island of Maui. Flights from Seattle will depart daily at 8:20 a.m. Pacific time and arrive at 11:35 a.m. Hawaii time. Return flights will depart at 1:05 p.m. Hawaii time and arrive at 9:45 p.m. Pacific time.

China Yida Holding Co., Ltd (BULLETIN BOARD: CYID) ("the Company" or "China Yida"), a leading comprehensive tourism and media management company, today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with the Nanjing Municipal Tourism Association to promote tourism at its flagship scenic destination, the Great Golden Lake.

The world will be watching the Olympic Games being hosted in Beijing this August. The sites, excitement and atmosphere are expected to draw many travelers to China for months following the games.

International Game Technology announced today operating results for the third quarter ended June 30, 2008. Net income for the quarter was $108.3 million or $0.35 per diluted share versus $136.4 million or $0.41 per diluted share in the same quarter last year. For the nine-month period ended June 30, 2008, net income was $290.5 million or $0.92 per diluted share compared to $385.6 million or $1.14 per diluted share in the same period last year. Comparability for the year-to-date periods is affected by a number of significant items. A supplemental schedule of these items is included at the end of this release.

a fuel-efficient and emissions-reducing hybrid bus. IC Bus, North America's largest school bus and commercial bus manufacturer, is delivering the Park's first hybrid bus on July 17.

Just in time to take the bite out of food prices, the Mayflower Park Hotel has created a Rise and Shine Breakfast Package for guests who have traveled the distance to stay at the historic hotel. "With record costs to travel, we feel the need to pitch in and let our guests know we appreciate the time and money they spend in order to stay with us," states general manager, Paul Ishii. The Rise and Shine Breakfast Package offers a classic or deluxe guestroom at the Mayflower Park Hotel, full American breakfast for two in our award winning restaurant Andaluca and complimentary valet parking. Package prices start at $215 plus tax for a classic guestroom and $235 plus tax for a deluxe guestroom. The Rise and Shine Package is good through December 30, 2008 and is based on a space available basis. Fall package prices of $195 will start October 1, 2008. The package is good for individual travel only and not available for groups or travel agent commissions.

Mobile Edge, the industry leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and accessories, unveiled three innovative "Checkpoint Friendly" laptop cases designed to help move traveling computer users through airport luggage checks more quickly. Now, airport screeners can X-Ray a traveler's laptop while still inside their bag. The new cases from Mobile Edge have been tested and meet the new Transportation Security Administration (TSA) guidelines for carry-on luggage.

Continental Airlines today reported a second quarter 2008 net loss of $3 million ($0.03 diluted loss per share). Excluding $22 million of previously announced net after tax special items, Continental recorded a net loss of $25 million ($0.25 diluted loss per share).

Park Hyatt makes its first foray into China. Park Hyatt Beijing and Park Hyatt Shanghai will take the medal for the tallest buildings in their respective cities. Park Hyatt Shanghai will take the coveted crown of highest hotel in the world. Head and shoulders above the competition in more than just height, Park Hyatt helps give definition to the term "the new face of China." Park Hyatt Beijing has the middle seat in the three-towered prestigious Beijing Yintai Centre on the main drag, Chang'An Avenue, while Park Hyatt Shanghai's home will be in the Shanghai World Financial Center, the tallest building in China. Park Hyatt Beijing opens in July, and Shanghai follows in September.

HotelBrokerOne announced today the opening of a new West Coast office located in Los Angeles, California. Industry veteran Leigh-Anne Ashton was designated Managing Broker and Senior Vice President. Long time hospitality insider Harry Hashim was retained as Senior Analyst and Hospitality Financing Consultant.

Vail Resorts, Inc. announced today that its Board of Directors has increased the Company's common stock repurchase authorization by three million shares.

Centro Ram Das Puri fue sede de la celebración interreligiosa gratuita

Centro Ram Das Puri fue sede de la celebración interreligiosa gratuita

Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter 2008 after the close of market on Tuesday, August 5, 2008. The Company will hold a conference call following the release of its financial results on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. EDT (2:00 p.m. PDT) to discuss its second quarter 2008 results.

Bristow Group Inc. , a leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry, announced today it will release financial results for its fiscal 2009 first quarter ended June 30, 2008, before the market opens on Wednesday, August 6, 2008. In conjunction with the release, Bristow has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the Internet on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, starting at 10:00 a.m. EDT (9:00 a.m. CDT).

Luxe Worldwide Hotels (http://www.luxehotels.com/), the leading provider of full-service representation services within the international hotel industry, proudly announces its exclusive representation of New World Hotel Management Ltd. (http://www.newworldhotels.com/). This agreement, which included a celebrated signing ceremony between the two companies in Hong Kong, furthers Luxe's presence in Asia while also strengthening its influence in China.

Marriott International, Inc. announced today four signed agreements that it expects will nearly triple its lodging presence in Mexico over the next five years.

Worldwide lodging franchisor Choice Hotels International today announced that it has entered into an area representative agreement with Ireland-based Kasterlee Limited for the exclusive right to license and develop Choice's Clarion brand in the United Kingdom, Germany and Russia. Under the agreement, Kasterlee will develop a minimum of 16 Clarion branded hotels within eight years. Kasterlee is the company's master franchisee for its Clarion, Quality and Comfort brands in Ireland.

A spectacular setting for experiencing the wonders of wildlife in its natural state, Jackson Lake Lodge is offering a special $179 Elk Lover's Package from September 2 through October 4, 2008.

Kali Kronic Mystery Girl wants America's kids to come forward with stories of their most haunted adventures for the shot at being featured in one of Kali Kronic's upcoming mystery stories. Kronic Entertainment will be accepting mail-in submissions at their offices located at 404 Broadway, Kissimmee, FL 34741. All entries must be postmarked by August 29th, 2008.

With more than 3,000 hotels worldwide, 400 of which are located outside the U.S., the need to be multi-lingual is greater than ever. Today, Marriott International, Inc. is responding to its international growth with the launch of Global Language Learning, an online resource provided by Rosetta Stone(R) that will offer up to 30 languages to choose from. Additionally, Marriott is also expanding its highly acclaimed and successful Sed de Saber program, a handheld, portable device that teaches English to Spanish-speaking employees, will now teach Spanish to English-speaking employees.

now has a new and somewhat unexpected label: family destination. With the June opening of the Audubon Insectarium, the recent return of the entire streetcar line, longstanding classic family-friendly places, and history and culture unsurpassed by any U.S. city, New Orleans has emerged as an ideal destination for families.

This summer, relax with TripAdvisor(R), the world's largest travel community, as the company brings its free Traveling Movie Tour film festival to New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Boston. As part of TripAdvisor's movie tour, some of the nation's most prominent venues will be transformed into outdoor movie theaters allowing people to enjoy famous onscreen faces, in some interesting outdoor places.

A major milestone for travel nurses will be achieved September 13-14, 2008 in Las Vegas when the Travel Medical Professionals Convention becomes the first ever national meeting of travel nurses and therapists. Recognizing the significance of this event, Travel Nurse Source (http://www.travelnursesource.com/), a leading provider of recruitment and marketing services for top travel nurse agencies nationwide, has agreed to attend, exhibit and aggressively support this important gathering.

SSP America, The Food Travel Experts, announced today that it has won a major contract with the new Indianapolis International Airport (IND). The contract will allow the company to re-shape foodservice offerings at IND by providing its more than 8.5 million travelers each year with more choices and quality experiences.

The tourism industry risks being hit with significant declines in leisure travel volume and spending according to the findings of Destination Analysts' bi-annual The State of the American Traveler survey released today. The survey of 1,000 American leisure travelers shows that 45.8% expect to reduce the number of leisure trips they will take in the coming year in direct response to the overall economic climate. General travel spending expectations are also depressed, with 29.8% saying they will spend less for leisure in the next 12 months, a figure that has more than doubled from just six months prior.

The 3HO Foundation and Yogi Tea recently sponsored the 23rd annual International Peace Prayer Day at Ram Das Puri near Espanola, New Mexico. Held every June, this interfaith celebration features guest speakers, live music, meditation circles, evening chanting and a Peace Prayer led by Rahmani.

Country Inns & Suites By Carlson(SM), Inc. has announced a new opportunity for travelers that will serve two needs. The hotel chain has teamed with Minneapolis-based "Feed Them with Music" to make available two custom CD collections specifically designed to enhance the road trip experience. The sale of each CD will raise funds to provide ten hot meals to aid hungry children throughout the world. Country Inns & Suites and Feed Them With Music hope to feed up to 20,000 children through this campaign.

Today's active vacationers require complete coverage in pursuit of their next once-in-a-lifetime activity. AIG Travel Guard (http://www.travelguard.com/), a leading provider of travel insurance and assistance plans, has launched an adventure travel insurance plan that provides coverage for many activities excluded in most travel plans, including bungee jumping, mountain climbing, sky diving and motor sports.

The temperature may be rising, but fares are falling at Frontier Airlines. The Denver-based carrier today announced a three-day sale starting Wednesday, July 16, 2008. Flyers can take advantage of fares across the United States, and Mexico as low as $56* each way. Sale- priced tickets must be purchased by 9:59 p.m. MDT on July 18, 2008, for travel through October 29, 2008.

A new 70-room Country Inn & Suites By Carlson has opened its doors for business at 2809 Nottingham Way in Albany, Ga.

Simply put, Elvis Presley changed music forever. With one swivel of his hips, he brought down all previous structure of American music and performance and ushered in a new era and a sound that is still influencing artists and their music today.

To celebrate the remaining weeks of summer, the 200-room Sheraton Atlantic Beach on North Carolina's Crystal Coast today announced that it is offering a variety of family and military appreciation promotions. The promotions begin today and continue through the end of August, with a few continuing through the end of the year.

part of the oldest and largest cruise-specialty retail franchise in North America.