New Ireland, Eastern Europe Tours Showcase Unique Experiences
by Andrew SheivachmanBrendan Celebrates Riverdance in Ireland
Brendan Vacations has organized a special weekend of Riverdance in Ireland from July 20 to 21, combining a celebration of Irish music and dance with the Riverdance phenomenon. Guests can also participate in an attempt to break the current record for the longest Riverdance line. In addition, a Dance & Drive Vacation Package, a 6-night self-drive tour culminating in the Riverdance celebration, priced from $902 per person, is available. A similar 7-night tour with a private driver is priced from $4,733 per person.
Itinerary Explores Eastern Europe Via Private Jet
TCS & Starquest Expeditions launched a 21-day Beyond the Age of Empire journey that takes travelers to places like Turkmenistan, Kosovo and Belarus on a private, custom Boeing 757. The journey departs from Stockholm and runs from Sept. 30 to Oct. 20, 2013. The expedition is priced from $62,950 per person, double occupancy.
Insight Cuba Offers Savings
A $300 per person savings on six itineraries from Insight Cuba is now available on select June to Sept. 2013 departures. Available itineraries include the 12-day Undiscovered Cuba journey, the 8-day Classic Cuba journey and the 9-day Cuban Music & Art journey.
Travel Impressions Expands in Mexico
Several new upscale properties are available from Travel Impressions to accommodate high demand for high-end product. Secrets The Vine Cancun, Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun, Azul Villa Esmerelda, by Karisma, Hacienda del Mar, Puerto Vallarta Beach Club, and Villa Pariso are now available, along with access to an exclusive Cancun airport business lounge.
Summer Savings From YMT
Up to $600 in savings on select itineraries departing in August and September 2013 is available from YMT Vacations. The Best of Ireland tour, for instance, is now $150 off per person, priced at $1,399 per person for the 12-day journey.
Pleasant Holidays Reaches Mexico Milestone
In March, Pleasant Holidays reached its highest level of sales to Mexico since the company began selling vacations to the destination 20 years ago. It currently offering a Hot Deals promotion to Mexico featuring $100 savings per booking, exclusive reduced rates, and added values on air-inclusive vacations to participating hotels.
GOGO Partners With Parking Spot
GOGO Vacations and Worldwide Traveler partnered with the Parking Spot to offer special features and discounts on valet services and self-parking with select bookings. This can lower the cost of airport parking for departing clients, and can provide travelers with coupons while they are on their trip.
MLT Diversifies Resorts
MLT Vacations is adding the region of Samana to its product offerings in the Dominican Republic. New resorts added to its Dominican selection include the Grand Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado Don Pablo Collection, the Grand Bahia Principe Cayacoa and the Grand Bahia Principe El Portillo.
New Self-Guided Bike Tours
Pure Adventures announced two new self-guided cycling tours, one in England’s Lake District and another in Scotland. The trips are set for departure from May through December, and include stays in guest houses and inns, daily luggage transfer between inns and emergency support during rides.

