MARCO ISLAND, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Premier Real Estate Auctions, Inc. has signed an agreement with Colonial Bank of Miami to hold a public auction in Dec. The featured property consists of 3.99 amazing acres and is situated on the east and west sides of Gulf Blvd, just north of...

ILX Resorts Reports Third Quarter Results

PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - ILX RESORTS INCORPORATED (AMEX: ILX) a leading developer, operator and marketer of upscale flexible-stay vacation ownership resorts in the western United States, announced a net loss for the third quarter of 2008. Third quarter results include the write...

Charter Announces Save Green, Go Green Hybrid Honda Winner Barbara Shuttleworth of St. Charles, MO

ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Barbara Shuttleworth is a sensible woman who appreciates a good deal. So, when she saw an opportunity to enter Charter's Save Green, Go Green Sweepstakes to win a 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid, she did. And this afternoon, the St. Charles, MO woman who has...

Gibbs Opens Headquarters and Research Center in Michigan

AUBURN HILLS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Gibbs Technologies previewed its new high-speed amphibian vehicle technology at the official opening of the company's new global headquarters and product development center here today. Gibbs Chairman Neil Jenkins said the company currently...

Location Ecosystem Still Looking for Sustainable Growth and Viable Business Models, According to ABI Research

LONDON-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Despite the relative success of Personal Navigation Devices (PNDs) and industrial GPS applications, the location ecosystem has yet to reach a mature stage as it continues to encounter challenges on its way to continued profitable growth. While penetration...

Hotel Outsource Management International, Inc. Presents Q3 2008 Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Hotel Outsource Management International, Inc. ("HOMI") (OTCBB:HOUM) presented its consolidated financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Highlights: — Revenues for the third quarter of 2008 were US$1,014,000, up 8.3...

PrimeSport Announces 'Ultimate Pass to Pasadena' Rose Bowl(R) Packages Starting at $1,095

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - PrimeSport, the Official Corporate Hospitality and Travel Partner of the 95th Rose Bowl Game presented by Citi, has announced its "Ultimate Pass to Pasadena" travel and hospitality packages for 2009. The customizable Rose Bowl travel and hospitality...

SBCN's Central Identity Management System (CIMS) Recognized with eC3 Award of Excellence

RESTON, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - The Central Identity Management System (CIMS) developed by the Security Biometric Clearing Network (SBCN) and used in the US Registered Traveler (RT) Program has been selected by the National Electronic Commerce Coordinating Council (eC3) as the 2008...

Stratus Media Group Announces Plans for Tour d'Elegance

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Stratus Media Group, Inc. (OTCBB:SMDI) today announced preliminary plans for the launch of its National Tour d'Elegance series to be held in select cities throughout the United States, with a July 2009 commencement date targeted for Beverly Hills...

Chicago Remains Top Destination for AAA Five Diamond Dining

AURORA, Ill.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Chicago has more AAA Five Diamond-rated restaurants than any other city in the country. With seven Five Diamond restaurants, Chicago tops the list in the ultimate dining experience. Chicago also has nine total Five Diamond establishments, including...

Wynn Resorts Prices Common Stock Offering

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Wynn Resorts, Limited (Nasdaq:WYNN) announced today that it has priced a public offering of 8,000,000 newly issued shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $43.50 per share. The aggregate number of shares offered was increased from the...

Clean Truck Fee Collection Delayed Pending Resolution of Regulatory Issues

LONG BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Collection of the Clean Truck Fee (CTF) assessed by the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach, which was to have begun on Nov. 17, will be delayed pending resolution of outstanding regulatory issues. An agreement filing relating to the...

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Extends Special Offers Worldwide to Say "You're More Than Welcome"

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Now more than ever, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts is saying "You're More Than Welcome" to its guests around the globe. In honor of the launch of the company's first global ad campaign, Hyatt announces a 21% off sale for stays in its hotels around the world...

CaseCruzer - Pelican Mobile Emergency File Cabinet and Laptop Case Organizes and Protects Disaster Zone Documents

MONTCLAIR, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The hurricane makes landfall and members of federal agencies are there to manage the human crisis. But they risk more than life and limb. Sensitive official documents and a laptop loaded with classified information travel with them. This is no...

LaSalle Hotel Properties Rescinds Prior Outlook

BETHESDA, Md.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - LaSalle Hotel Properties (NYSE:LHO) today rescinded its prior outlook for 2008 due to the continued rapid deterioration in the overall economic environment and lack of clarity related to its negative impact on the operating fundamentals of the...

ADDING MULTIMEDIA Doubletree Hotels(R) Connects Students with Their Communities in Celebration of the 'Awesome Colors of Autumn'

BOSTON-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - As shades of gold and crimson leaves cascade across neighborhood lawns and parks this fall, children across North America and around the globe are heading outdoors and into their communities to celebrate "The Awesome Colors of Autumn." As part of the...

Wynn Resorts Announces Common Stock Offering

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Wynn Resorts, Limited (Nasdaq:WYNN) announced today that it intends to offer, subject to market conditions and other factors, 5,000,000 newly issued shares of its common stock in conjunction with the November 10th announcement of the Company's...

Air New Zealand Announces World First Flight to Take off on December 3rd

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The world's first commercial aviation test flight powered by a sustainable second-generation biofuel will take place on December 3, 2008. The jatropha based fuel for the Air New Zealand Boeing 747-400 test flight out of Auckland, New Zealand...

Echelon Partners with Ensemble

AUSTIN, Tex.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Echelon Jet Membership finalized its partnership with Ensemble Travel Group as its exclusive supplier of jet memberships to its agents. Ensemble Travel Group is an international membership-based travel consortium of over 1,000 travel agencies...

CSI Aviation Services, Inc. Expands Aircraft Planning Department

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - CSI Aviation Services, Inc., with over 30 years experience in the aviation industry, has recently added an Aircraft Planning Department to meet the unique demands of the changing aviation community. Within the past few months CSI has conducted...

Fitch Takes Rating Actions on J.P. Morgan Chase Series 2007-FL1

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Fitch Ratings downgrades and assigns Outlooks to J.P. Morgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Corp., pass-through certificates, series 2007-FL1 as follows: —$38.4 million class J to 'BBB-' from 'BBB'; Outlook Negative; —$34.5 million...

Global Industry Analysis - Bus & Coach Operators Monitors the 400 Largest Companies Operating In the Market Today

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Research and Markets SOUTH EAST LONDON & KENT BUS COMPANY - VASTTRAFIK SJUHARAD AB - VIRGIN ISLAND PORT AUTHORITY - TRANSPORTES INTERURBANOS DE TENERIFE SA - TRANSPORTES ROBER SA For more information visit...

Hilton Hotels Corporation Appoints Paul J. Brown as President, Global Brands and Shared Services

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Hilton Hotels Corporation (Hilton) today announced the appointment of Paul J. Brown as President, Global Brands and Shared Services. Mr. Brown will report to Hilton's President and Chief Executive Officer, Christopher J. Nassetta, and will be...

"Getting Around" the Economy: Consumers Find Smart Ways to Travel This Holiday Season, According to Recent Survey of American Express Travel Agents

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - A new survey of more than 900 American Express Travel agents suggests that travelers this holiday season are savvier than ever before, fulfilling their vacation plans in the midst of the current economic downturn by finding smart ways to save. Consumers...

Air Transport Services Group to Host Third Quarter Investor Conference Call on November 17, 2008

WILMINGTON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATSG) today announced that it will host an investor conference call on Monday, November 17, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time to review its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008...

COPC Inc. and SOCAP International Expand Customer Care Benchmarking Relationship

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - COPC Inc. (Customer Operations Performance Center Inc.), the world's leading authority on customer contact centers and vendor management operations, and SOCAP International (Society of Consumer Affairs Professionals), a professional society of...

Grounded for the Holidays

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - You know the saying "There's no place like home for the holidays"? Well, this year, it's about to take on a whole new meaning. A whopping 63 percent of newlyweds on TheNest.com have to change their holiday travel plans because of the economy, meaning that...

arvato digital services Expands Global Footprint with Opening of Customer Care Center Facility in East Wood City, Philippines

VALENCIA, Calif. & EASTWOOD CITY, Philippines-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - arvato digital services, a global provider of integrated service packages in the IT/high-tech, bank, tourism, games, video and audio sectors, announced today the successful opening of its new state-of-the-art...

Hampton(R) Hotels Opens 13 Properties in October 2008

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Hampton Hotels (www.hampton.com), the international brand of more than 1,600 mid-priced Hampton Inn(R) and Hampton Inn & Suites(R) hotels, opened 13 properties in October 2008, aggregating 1,257 new rooms. The new openings consist of...

SDC Solutions Supports Guest Services and Staff Communications at MGM Grand Detroit

MANCHESTER, N.H.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - SDC Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of mission-critical communications solutions, today announced that MGM Grand Detroit, a premier hotel and entertainment destination, has implemented SDC's IntelliDESK(R) PC-based Console to deliver...

Red Roof CEO Joe Wheeling Changes Roles

COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Red Roof Inn has announced that it's Chief Executive Officer, Joe Wheeling, will no longer serve as CEO effective April 30, 2009. Wheeling will remain with the company in a senior advisory capacity and a member of the company's board of directors...

Chef Shiffer Helps Put Fairview Park Marriott's New Ellipse on Par with Sophisticated Downtown Restaurants

FALLS CHURCH, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Why battle traffic to dine in downtown Washington, DC., when creative and tasteful cuisine is practically in your backyard? The new Ellipse restaurant, located in the Fairview Park Marriott, has recently opened following a five-and-a-half...

Airlines Report Benefits of Performance Based Navigation

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Airlines that take full advantage of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) routinely accrue benefits of reduced fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions, improved schedule reliability and increased safety. That was the message from pioneering airline users of...

The Netherlands' Landmark Hotel Becomes Hotel Des Indes, a Luxury Collection Hotel, The Hague

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announces the introduction of the Hotel Des Indes, a Luxury Collection Hotel, The Hague to The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 of the world's finest...

A Global Strategic Business Report on Travel and Leisure: A Comprehensive Report Including Statistics, Market Trends and Contact Details for 659 Companies

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Travel and Leisure - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. The global outlook series on Travel and Leisure provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market...

Terrazas De Coson Combines Luxury with an 'Eco-Chic' Lifestyle

SAMANA, Dominican Republic-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Nestled among the hills of Samana, next to the beach town of Las Terrenas, lies Terrazas de Coson. The project is the realization of one man's dream to live in the midst of nature without sacrificing modern conveniences. European...

Aloft Hotels Makes Landmark Debut in China

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - aloha! Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) and its highly anticipated new lifestyle brand, Aloft(SM) hotels announce the opening of Aloft Beijing, Haidian. The 186 room, new-build hotel owned by Yong Tai Real Estate Group...

Flying 'A La Carte': Consumers Dislike Fees, But Are Willing To Pay For Choice

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Amadeus, a global leader in technology and distribution solutions for the travel and tourism industry, today released a new survey that, for the first time, captures sentiment around emerging airline fee-for-service models, also known as 'a la carte' flying...

Newmarket International Launches New Delphi in the Classroom Program

PORTSMOUTH, N.H.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Newmarket International, Inc., the leader in sales and catering solutions for the hospitality industry, today announced a new program to bring its leading sales and catering solution, Delphi(R), to universities at no cost. The Delphi in the...

Great Wolf Resorts Announces New Head of Operations

MADISON, Wis.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: WOLF), North America's leading family of indoor waterpark resorts, announced today that Tim Black, currently the company's senior vice president of operations, will become executive vice president of operations...

Boy Scouts of America and Cardiac Science Partner to Distribute AEDs

BOTHELL, Wash. & IRVING, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Cardiac Science and the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) have entered an alliance to make automated external defibrillators (AEDs) available to the BSA's camping and recreation facilities and council offices nationwide. Cardiac...

Unforgettable Honeymoon Travel Experiences with NWA WorldVacations

EDINA, Minn.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - A honeymoon is a very special time for a happy couple. Typically, the couple seeks a place to travel where there are no crowds, and no other people around to interrupt their special world of celebration. This unforgettable honeymoon travel...

Bonny Doon Nouveau Est Arrive! New Tasting Room Opens November 15th

SANTA CRUZ, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Terrestrials throughout the galaxy are anxiously anticipating the opening of the new Bonny Doon Vineyard Tasting Room this Saturday November 15th 2008. Re-located to the winery at 328 Ingalls Street on the Westside of Santa Cruz, the nouveau...

Lost Campers USA Offers Affordable, Eco-Friendly Campervans

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - If gas prices and hotel rates have you second guessing your vacation plans, San Francisco-based Lost Campers, www.LostCampersUsa.com, offers a cleverly designed alternative to pricey RVs and motor home charters. Founded by Australian natives Nick and...

Knott's Merry Farm Invites Everyone to "A Charlie Brown Christmas"

BUENA PARK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Knott's Berry Farm will magically transform into Knott's Merry Farm this holiday season as they present "A Charlie Brown Christmas" with seasonal entertainment, spectacular decorations including a 65 foot tall Christmas tree, and a colorful...

Argentina's Pilar Golf Club Bolsters Amenities with ProLink GPS

CHANDLER, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - ProLink Solutions - a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProLink Holdings Corp. (OTC BB: PLKH.OB) and the world's leading provider of Global Positioning Satellite ("GPS") golf course management systems and digital out-of-home on-course advertising...

Ocean Marine Yacht Club Offers an Affordable Paradise on Sunny Hallandale Beach

HOLLYWOOD, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Top U.S. developers, FIFIELD COMPANIES, have introduced a new concept to the Southern Florida real estate market - luxury living at prices that reflect today's challenging market. Ocean Marine Yacht Club (OMYC), a soaring resort-property in...

CORRECTING and REPLACING Environment is the New Imperative for Performance Based Navigation

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Sub-headline should read "PBN Summit" (sted: "PBS Summit") The corrected release reads: ENVIRONMENT IS THE NEW IMPERATIVE FOR PERFORMANCE BASED NAVIGATION Naverus PBN Summit Message is Loud and Clear: Procrastination is Not an Option The aviation...

A Detailed European Industry Analysis of Bus & Coach Operators - Gain an Insight into the Market with 250 Company Profiles and a Market Assessment

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Research and Markets - CABARO - FIRST HAMPSHIRE & DORSET - CAMBUS - VEOLIA TRANSPORT VANTAA OY - VERKEHRSBETRIEBE LUZERN AG - VERKEHRSBETRIEBE ZURICH - VICTORY LINER, INC For more information, visit...

American Traffic Solutions Will Unveil Enhanced Red-Light and Speed Camera Enforcement Systems at NLC Conference in Orlando

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Attendees at November's National League of Cities conference in Orlando, Nov. 12-14, 2008, will get a sneak peek at American Traffic Solutions' (ATS') newest and most sophisticated photo-enforcement technology at booth #435 at the Orlando World...

NBTA Predicts Cost Cutting Measures to Continue Into 2009 As a Result of Economic Slowdown

ALEXANDRIA, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The National Business Travel Association (NBTA) today released its 2009 Business Travel Overview & Cost Forecast predicting increases in business travel costs and slower than usual travel industry growth. According to the study, travel managers...

Hunt for Travel Deals Escalates -- Comparison Travel Website LowFares.com(TM) Sees Searches Surge 22%

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Interest in travel deals is up, according to LowFares.com(TM), the travel comparison search site for airline tickets, hotels, car rentals and vacation packages. The ability to search online for discounted flights, cheap hotels and travel deals has...

Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ranked Highest In Customer Satisfaction By J.D. Power And Associates For Fifth Straight Year, Nine of Last 10

ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Enterprise Rent-A-Car has once again ranked highest in customer satisfaction among airport rental car companies, according to a nationwide study released today by J.D. Power and Associates. For the fifth year in a row - and for the ninth time in the past...

Baker Responds to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing of Storm Cat Energy

PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Michael Baker Corporation (NYSE Alternext US:BKR) today provided the following response to the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of one of its Energy segment's managed services clients, Storm Cat Energy (USA). "As indicated in Michael Baker Corporation's...

Vacations Are Still Sacred Say Americans: Red Roof Inn's Winter Planning Guide Makes Winter Travel Fun and Cost-Effective

COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - In spite of an ailing economy, Americans are still keen on taking vacations even if those vacations are close to home or a few hundred miles away. According to the Travel Industry Association (TIA), 91% of Americans say they plan to get away...

GetThere Hires Jason Geall to Lead European Expansion

LONDON-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - GetThere(R), the world's leading online corporate travel procurement solution, today announced the hiring of Jason Geall as Director of GetThere's Europe, Middle East and Africa division. Stepping into his new role in January 2009, Mr. Geall will be...

City of Burbank Extends CNG Fuel Partnership with Clean Energy to 2022

SEAL BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Under a modified and extended operating agreement, the City of Burbank, California has opted to expand its compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling partnership with Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (Nasdaq:CLNE), and extend it through 2022. As part of the...

Iteris Focuses on Ease of Use with Next Generation Vantage(R) Video Camera

SANTA ANA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Iteris, Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in the traffic management market that focuses on the application and development of advanced technologies, today announced the release of the RZ-4 Advanced camera. The RZ-4 Advanced offers newly improved features...

Supreme Industries Reports Third-Quarter and Nine-Month 2008 Financial Results

GOSHEN, Ind.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Supreme Industries, Inc. (AMEX: STS), a leading manufacturer of specialized commercial vehicles, including truck bodies, shuttle buses, armored vehicles and luxury motorcoaches, today announced financial results for its third quarter and nine months...

Flight Delays Contributing to Drinking and Espionage

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - IgoUgo.com, the fastest growing online travel community in the world, recently surveyed its members and found that more than 73 percent of travelers said they are spending more time in airports due to flight delays or layovers. But what was really...

Indy Park Ride & Fly and 1st Class Express Relocate on November 12 to Serve Indianapolis Airport's New Midfield Terminal

INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Indy Park Ride & Fly and 1st Class Express Airport Parking, two offsite airport parking facilities servicing Indianapolis International Airport (IND), are proud to announce their recent merger and upcoming opening of the new Indy Park Ride &...

HomeAway Raises Record $250 Million in Private Financing

AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - HomeAway, Inc., the world's leading online vacation rental marketplace, today announced it has completed a $250 million equity capital raise, a record investment that reinforces the company's leadership position in travel's fastest-growing segment...

Tukwila Launches Shop Like A Rockstar Campaign

TUKWILA, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - You don't have to have big bucks to Shop Like A Rockstar this holiday season. In fact, you can save money by heading to Tukwila and booking the new holiday shopping and weekend getaway combination packages that start November 28 and run through...

Rosewood Crescent Hotel Transforms into Holiday Central

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - From holiday cocktails and Sugar Plum Pedis to Breakfast with Santa, there is something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season at Rosewood Crescent Hotel. The staff is hard at work transforming the entire property into holiday central, filled with all of...

Hilton Washington Announces Inauguration Packages

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Since opening in March 1965, Hilton Washington has proudly been selected as a venue to host an Inaugural Ball every four years since its first Ball for President Nixon in January 1969. Year after year, Hilton Washington has had the honor of hosting more...

Business as Usual at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Following Hurricane Paloma

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is open for business as usual following Hurricane Paloma, reported John Dravinski, general manager for the resort. The hotel incurred no damage and is fully operational. Recovery teams surveyed the property and reported only...

Priceline.com Releases Its Annual Best Days To Fly Calendar For Holiday Travel

NORWALK, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Priceline.com (Nasdaq: PCLN) released today its annual Best Days To Fly Calendar for the 2008 Thanksgiving and December holidays, and advised air travelers to lock in their tickets and prices as soon as possible. This year, priceline.com is offering...

Telkonet Announces 2008 Third Quarter Results

GERMANTOWN, Md.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Telkonet, Inc. (AMEX:TKO), the leading provider of innovative, centrally managed solutions for integrated energy management, networking, building automation and proactive support services, announced today third quarter results for the period...

Downtown Los Angeles: Winter Wonderland of Shopping, Entertainment, Dining for Californians This Holiday Season

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Downtown Center Business Improvement District (DCBID) today announced its Holiday Vacation Campaign, "L.A. Holiday Stay-and-Play," offering a wide range of hotel, dining and entertainment packages aimed at making winter holiday vacations easy...

Priceline.com's Airfare Index for the week of November 10, 2008, Tracking Weekly Changes in Domestic Airfares

-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Priceline.com's (Nasdaq: PCLN) Airfare Index is a tracking barometer that looks for the largest week-to-week swings in average published-price roundtrip airfares for select markets. Each dollar amount shown is the average of the lowest fares returned through...

Velocity Express To Host Conference Call to Discuss First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results

WESTPORT, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Velocity Express Corporation (NASDAQ: VEXP), the nation's largest provider of time definite regional delivery solutions, announced today that it will host a conference call to discuss operating results for the first quarter of fiscal 2009. The call...

Leavenworth Businesses and Philanthropists Leverage Government Funding to Close Gap on Icicle Station

LEAVENWORTH, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The City of Leavenworth announced today that the "Icicle Station" project is a go. City leaders, working with HNTB, Amtrak, and BNSF, have developed a unique station design and obtained site plan approval from BNSF Railway officials. Leavenworth...

Online Vacation Center Holdings Corp. Announces Q3 Results

PLANTATION, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Online Vacation Center Holdings Corp. (OTCBB:ONVC) announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 today. Net Revenues from Continuing Operations — Net revenues from continuing operations for the three months ended...

Business Technology Partners and Control4 Announce Consulting and Technology Integration Relationship for the Hospitality Industry

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Business Technology Partners (BTP), a premier New York City-based IT consulting and managed services firm, today announced a strategic relationship with Control4, a leader in IP-based, ZigBee wireless control, automation, and entertainment systems. The...

Control4 Launches Low-Cost Hospitality Suite Controller

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Control4, the leader in affordable IP-based home control and entertainment systems, today announced the Control4(R) Suite Controller SC-200, a compact and affordable in-room controller, unveiled at the 2008 International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant...

Control4 Releases New Suite System Remotes for Hospitality

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Control4, the leader in affordable IP-based home control and entertainment systems, today announced the addition of two new remote controls, the Control4(R) SR-H150 and the SR-HL150 for LodgeNet properties. The remotes will make their official debut at...

Timken to Supply Rail Bearings to Brazilian Mining Company

CANTON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR) announced today that metals and mining company, Companhia Vale do Rio Doce (Vale), awarded Timken with a contract for 600 Timken(R) AP-2(TM) rail-car bearings. The bearings are for Vale's Class K freight cars, which...

FreeFi Networks Expands Free Wi-Fi Service to Oakland International Airport

OAKLAND, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - FreeFi Networks (www.freefinet.com), a Los Angeles-based company offering content and advertiser-supported Public Internet Wi-Fi access, today launched its free Wi-Fi Internet service at Oakland International Airport (OAK). The launch marks...

Cintas Debuts Comprehensive Line of Lodging Solutions at IH/M&RS(R) 2008

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Developed to help hoteliers enhance the consistency of their brand and the quality of their guests' experience, Cintas today announced it will be providing bundled, comprehensive solutions specifically for the hospitality industry. While well known for its...

Tropicana Entertainment Releases Preliminary Business Plan

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Tropicana Entertainment, LLC today posted to its website a summary of its preliminary business plan which would serve as a basis for a Chapter 11 plan of reorganization. The plan emphasizes internally funded operational improvements and high-priority...

Bluegreen Corporation Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Bluegreen Corporation (NYSE: BXG), a leading provider of Colorful Places to Live and Play(R), today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 (see attached tables). The Company also outlined strategic initiatives...

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Appoints Longtime Procter & Gamble Executive Clayton C. "Clayt" Daley, Jr. to Board of Directors

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), one of the world's largest hotel and leisure companies, announced today the appointment of Clayton C. Daley, Jr. to the Company's Board of Directors. Mr. Daley, 57, is currently Vice...

Supreme Industries Declares 6% Stock Dividend

GOSHEN, Ind.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Supreme Industries, Inc. (AMEX: STS), a leading manufacturer of specialized commercial vehicles, including truck bodies, shuttle buses, armored vehicles and luxury motorcoaches, today announced a six percent (6%) stock dividend on its outstanding...

Travel Industry Veteran John F. Davis III Named CEO at Hospitality "P2P" and Spend Management Innovator Birch Street Systems

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. & DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Birch Street Systems, a leading provider of e-procurement and back office automation solutions, today announced it has further strengthened its presence in the travel technology arena by appointing John F. Davis III as Chief...

Merit Entertainment Selects ePort Connect (R) Credit-Debit Card Payment Solution for Megatouch Touchscreens

MALVERN, Pa. & BRISTOL, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - USA Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: USAT), and Merit Entertainment announced an agreement where Merit will install USA Technologies' ePort software in thousands of its new Megatouch touchscreen entertainment systems. Merit, provider...

Station Casinos Announces Third Quarter Results

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Station Casinos, Inc. ("Station" or the "Company") today announced the results of its operations for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Results of Operations The Company's net revenues for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 were...

Multi-Channel Distribution Report: Focus on Online Travel Agencies in Europe

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Multi-Channel Distribution: Focus On Online Travel Agencies in Europe" report to their offering. Online travel agencies in Europe are increasingly experiencing competitive pressure from...

Doubletree Hotels Introduces Requests Upon Arrival(TM) Guest Service Program at 190 North America Hotels

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Doubletree Hotels announces the launch of its latest initiative, which provides business and leisure travelers with the opportunity to personalize their hotel stays before they arrive at the hotel. The Doubletree Requests Upon Arrival guest...

Bald Eagles Named in Honor of Fallen Military Heroes

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-November 8, 2008 - As America prepares to remember its military servicemen and women on Veteran's Day, the American Eagle Foundation (AEF) held a special ceremony at its national eagle center to honor eight fallen soldiers who lost their lives in Iraq. In memory...

CORRECTING and REPLACING Business Plan for California High-Speed Train Forecasts Over $1 Billion Annual Revenue Surplus, Triple Return on Investment

SACRAMENTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 8, 2008 - Please substitute the attached Business Plan Summary with the following corrected version. This clarifies that the revenue estimates apply to the LA/Anaheim to SF backbone of the system. This clarification applies only to the Summary, not to...

Naverus PBN Summit Convenes Monday - Attendance Nearly Doubles

SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - On Monday, when the curtain rises on the Naverus Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Summit in Seattle, there'll be nearly twice as many participants as there were at the event's debut last year. More than 150 experts from major airlines, airframe...

Alexander & Baldwin to Present at Stephens Fall Investment Conference

HONOLULU-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NYSE:AXB) announced today that Christopher J. Benjamin, its senior vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer, will present an overview of the company's transportation, logistics and real estate businesses at the...

Maui Land & Pineapple Reports 2008 3rd Quarter Results

KAHULUI, Hawaii-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. (NYSE:MLP) reported a net loss of $8.7 million ($1.09 per share) for the third quarter of 2008 compared to a net loss of $155,000 ($.02 per share) for the third quarter of 2007. Consolidated revenues for the...

Interior Design Ranks J/Brice Design International 7th Among Hospitality Architectural & Interior Design Giants in New York-New England

BOSTON-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - J/Brice Design International, the leading Boston-headquartered hotel interior design firm has recently been ranked 7th among the top 10 Architectural & Interior Design Giants in the Northeast by Reed Business Information's Interior Design Magazine. The...

FastBooking to Present Its New Multi-Services Booking Offer at WTM, London

PARIS-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - FastBooking, the global provider of advanced booking systems and e-marketing solutions for the hospitality industry, will present its new booking solution Multi-Services Booking at World Travel Market (WTM) London (stand TT6100). The Multi-Services Booking...

Bluegreen Corporation Schedules 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results and Call

BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Bluegreen Corporation (NYSE: BXG), a leading provider of Colorful Places to Live and Play(R), today announced that it will issue its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 on Monday, November 10, 2008 prior to the...

Neways Becomes Title Sponsor of the Maui Paradise Marathon

SPRINGVILLE, Utah-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Neways (www.neways.com) has been named the title sponsor of the annual Maui Paradise Marathon. Set in beautiful Maui, Hawaii, with breathtaking views of the ocean, mountains, volcanoes and lush scenery, this marathon will next occur in Kalama...

Holiday Travel Deals Announced at the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort

ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - A stocking full of holiday deals are in store for families this Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's at the 200 tropical acre family friendly playground...Orlando World Center Marriott Resort. Take advantage of incredible Holiday Advance Purchase...

Grand Opening Celebration for Hilton Garden Inn in Lakewood, NJ

LAKEWOOD, N.J.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - The new Hilton Garden Inn in Lakewood, NJ has announced that its Grand Opening will be commemorated with a private celebration to be held on Wednesday, November 12. Members of the press are encouraged to contact the hotel for information about...

Starwood Board Approves Annual Dividend of $0.90 Per Share

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared the Company's annual cash dividend of $0.90 per share. The dividend will be paid on January 9, 2009 to shareholders of record on...

The Official Museum Directory - Now Available

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Research and Markets is known industry-wide as the authority for reliable data covering the museum community. The Official Museum Directory gives you all the details you need on more than 11,000 institutions, operating in 87 fields. Contact...

Mama Shelter, the First Parisian Luxury Hotel Designed for the General Public, Honors the Technological Innovation Of DirectStreams

PARIS-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Using the multimedia solutions of DirectStreams and the designs of Philippe Starck and Roland Castro, the Trigano family is democratizing high-end hotels with today's most innovative and trendiest hotel concept! The Trigano family, co-founders of Club Med...

Port of L.A. Proposes a World-Class "L.A. Waterfront" and 21st-Century Cruise Facilities at Nation's Largest Trade Gateway and #1 West Coast Cruise Port

SAN PEDRO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - One month remains in the public comment period for the San Pedro Waterfront Project proposed by the Port of Los Angeles. The 400-acre, five- to seven-year infrastructure and public access improvement project proposes new downtown-adjacent harbors...

NCL Names Kevin Sheehan Chief Executive Officer

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - NCL Corporation Ltd. ("NCL" or the "Company") announced today that Kevin Sheehan, currently President and Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, as well. Colin Veitch, current CEO, will be transitioning his responsibilities and...

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Offers Guests Environmentally-Friendly Drinking Water Through Agreement with Natura(R) Water, Inc.

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Hyatt Hotels & Resorts today announced an agreement with Natura Water Inc. that will provide guests in its restaurants with a healthy, safe, environmentally responsible alternative to bottled water. The first hotel company to work with Natura on a...

Candidates on Demand Group, Inc. Launches Gaming and Hospitality Division in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - American Vantage Companies ("AVCS" or the "Company") (Pink Sheets: AVCS) today announced that Candidates on Demand Group, Inc. ("COD"), a wholly-owned subsidiary, has opened its Las Vegas, Nevada office. The newly-owned Las Vegas office will specialize in...

UPS Board Declares Dividend

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The UPS (NYSE:UPS) Board of Directors today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share on all outstanding Class A and Class B shares. The dividend is payable Dec. 3, 2008, to shareholders of record on Nov. 17, 2008. UPS has either increased or...

Priceline.com Reports Financial Results For 3rd Quarter 2008

NORWALK, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Priceline.com Incorporated(R) (Nasdaq: PCLN) today reported its financial results for the 3rd quarter 2008. Gross travel bookings for the 3rd quarter, which refers to the total dollar value, inclusive of all taxes and fees, of all travel services...

Hotel Association of Greater Dallas Recognizes Stars of Industry at HOSPY's Gala

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Dallas area hotel industry celebrated its top performers at its HOSPY's Award Gala held Saturday, November 1st. The annual event hosted by the Hotel Association of Greater Dallas was held at the Dallas Addison Marriot Quorum Hotel with more than 400...

UNITE HERE Local 5 Launches Website to Warn Consumers About Timeshare Downsides

HONOLULU-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The hotel workers' union UNITE HERE Local 5 has launched a website, www.FlawedDiamond.info, as a resource for consumers considering purchasing timeshares from Diamond Resorts International. Diamond Resorts is among the largest timeshare companies in the...

Mike Aevermann Remits Inaugural DSI Supply Chain Development Scholarship Award

FAIRFAX, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - In September of 2008 at the IFSA (International Flight Association) Annual Conference in Orlando, Fl, Michael R. Aevermann of DSI (Distribution & Services, Inc.) presented Jo-Ann Tremblay the first-annual 2008 DSI Supply Chain Development Award...

No Hidden Fees with South African Airways' "All-Inclusive" $999 Fare Sale

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - At a time when the traveling public is wary of hidden fees for snacks, drinks and even pillows on their flights, South African Airways (SAA) is offering an "All-inclusive" fare of $999 round trip on its flights from New York or Washington...

Business Travel Expenses Increasing Due to Economic Related Booking Hesitation

BALTIMORE-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - In the 13 years average domestic airfares have been tracked, they reached their highest level in the second quarter of 2008, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). In dollar and cents, that...

Seafarer Exploration Corp. Subsidiary Renews Agreement

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Seafarer Exploration Corp. (OTCBB: SFRX) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary Seafarer Exploration, Inc. ("Seafarer") has successfully renewed its Agreement (the "Agreement") with the State of Florida's Division of Historical Resources (the...

Mobil Travel Guide Unveils Highest Mobil Five-Star Rated Destination in History

CHICAGO & HONG KONG-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Mobil Travel Guide (www.mobiltravelguide.com) the originator of the prestigious Star ratings and certifications program awarded Hong Kong & Macau with the most Mobil Five-Star rated hotels and spas in the company's history. The unveiling...

Unforgettable Packages to Attend Premieres of "Australia" in Sydney and New York Auctioned on eBay by Australians in Film

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The non-profit organization Australians in Film is auctioning three unique package opportunities for movie fans to attend exclusive premieres and advance screenings of the epic saga "Australia," starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman, directed by Baz...

Speck Now Shipping Its Trademark ToughSkin Cases for Garmin, TomTom and Other Portable GPS Devices

PALO ALTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Where can we go that others fear to tread? Answering that question has propelled Speck, one of the world's leading case brands, to deliver its latest creations. The Speck design team has been hard at work delivering all-new cases for several...

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Revised, Unaudited Earnings and Conference Call

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc., which owns and operates primarily transportation related manufacturing businesses including Morgan Truck Body, LLC, Morgan Olson, LLC, Truck Accessories Group, LLC, and the Specialty Manufacturing Division, released...

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