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Auto Europe Appoints
Eric Ledroux As President of the America's

Portland, Maine – As Auto Europe continues to expand internationally, the company has appointed Eric Ledroux as President of the America's. In his position as President, Ledroux will oversee all operations of the Portland, ME office.
Ledroux brings with him an extensive knowledge of car rental industry with over 21 years of experience including prior executive positions with Renault, Avis Europe and Europcar.
"I am extremely pleased to have Eric as our new President of North America. He will bring a fresh perspective that will enable us to continue our growth and support of the industry, "states Imad Khalidi, CEO.
Khalidi, CEO will now be able to better focus on the company's international growth including their current offices in The UK, Europe, China, Australia and New Zealand.
Auto Europe offers worldwide car rental services, hotel services worldwide at 3, 4 & 5 star European properties and scheduled air departures including business class, from all major U.S. cities to Europe. For more information, contact (800) 223-5555. Visit their web site at www.autoeurope.com

Celebrate With Auto Europe and You May Win an iPad® and
Your Client a Free Car Rental!

Auto Europe, a leader in European car rental services for over 56 years, is expecting to reach their 1 millionth car rental booking this year.
We could not have reached this goal without the support of you, our valued travel partners and we'll like to invite you to celebrate this milestone.
To celebrate this success, we would like to award the travel agent who books the 1 millionth car rental a free iPad® and your client will be awarded with us by waiving the fees for the car rental.
If the agency's policy is not to allow individually awarded incentives, it is up to the agency owner/manager to exclude the agent or agency. Agency owners and managers may also participate in our celebration only if they have made prior reservations. This offer is subject to change without notice and may be discontinued without notice. Additional restrictions apply. Offer valid for US travel agents only.
Auto Europe services over 8,000 car rental locations in over 130 countries worldwide. In addition, through their tour division, FlyInternational.com they offer scheduled airfare to Europe with over thirty carriers and service 3, 4 & 5 star worldwide hotels. For additional information contact your local sales representative or Auto Europe at (800) 223-5555. Visit their web site at www.autoeurope.com

Auto Europe Expands Their Global Presence To 130 Countries

Auto Europe, a leader in European car rental services for over 56 years, has now added their 130th country to their growing roster of locations. In addition to Europe, Auto Europe also offers car rental services within North America, South and Central America, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Central Asia and the Near East. We offer car rental services from Abu Dhabi, United Emirates, Suva, Fiji to Zacatecas, Mexico.
"Auto Europe is not just Europe and as we add more countries and services to our portfolio, it is imperative that agents realize that we are here for their every need", states Eric Ledroux, President.
The goal of Auto Europe is to continuously expand not only our services globally, but to also add incremental new products such as our current expansion with chauffeur drive services, new domestic car rental and hotel packages, and portable GPS rentals with full country mapping.
Auto Europe services over 8,000 car rental locations in 130 countries worldwide. In addition, through their tour division, www.FlyInternational.com they offer scheduled airfare to Europe with over thirty carriers and service 3, 4 & 5 star worldwide hotels. For additional information contact your local sales representative or Auto Europe at (800) 223-5555. Visit their web site at www.autoeurope.com.

Great Deal! Don't miss out!

Sunshine Travel is pleased to announce 2012 China Leisure Tour Packages for any of following destinations (Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou & Guilin)

7 Days/6 Nights Tour Package is for

$299 (per person double)
Guaranteed departure based on 2 passengers on any of date you choose.

Package service includes:

Private round trip airport/hotel transfers with guide & vehicle service. 6 nights high-end resort hotel accommodation with daily buffet breakfast. Morning Tai-Chi class lessons.
Optional daily sightseeing tour transfer with guide & vehicle service. (Entry ticket to site visit & lunch is not included and optional.)

Please visit our web for detail info: www.chinaasiatour.com

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Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before
You Leave For Europe (part 3)

April 19, 2012: Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, has compiled a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below is the final set of suggestions for being prepared once you have arrived back from your trip. (continue)

Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before
You Leave For Europe (part 2)

Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, has compiled a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below is the second set of suggestions for being prepared once you have arrived at the car rental location. (continue)

Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before

You Leave For Europe

Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, is compiling a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below are the first suggestions on being prepared before you rent a car. (continue)

Auto Europe: New mandatory ruling for automobiles in France

Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, is prepared to service their clients with the new ruling in France requiring mandatory breathalyzers in all passenger vehicles. (continue)

Host Agencies

Amadeus and Expedia sign multi-year agreement in North America

MADRID, April 19, 2012 – Amadeus, a leading travel technology provider and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, and Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE), the world's largest online travel company, today announced they have signed a multi-year content and technology agreement for North America. (continue)

Sales Tip #11:

Build Your Professional Brand
Create a Lasting Impression
with These 3 Tips

One of the best ways to maintain a customer database full of people who want to hear from you, book with you and send referrals to you is to build a strong and professional brand. Each travel agent has their own personal brand, and it's important to make sure that you take advantage of yours!: (continue)

Travelsavers And Network Of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel (Nest)
Introduce New Customer Loyalty Program

April 2012: Travel Club, a new complimentary customer loyalty program for clients of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST travel professionals has just launched. The benefits of the program are two fold: (continue)

American Marketing Group

Launches Family Lifestyle Campaign

April 2012: American Marketing Group continues to expand upon its award-winning lifestyle direct mail program with a new family-themed campaign, available to licensed travel professionals of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST (continue)

Steven Thompson, CEO
Of Johns Hopkins Medicine International, Will Address "Well-Being And Medical Travel Conference"

March 28, 2012 (Oyster Bay, NY) – It was announced today that Steven J. Thompson, MBA, Chief Executive Officer for Johns Hopkins Medicine International, will address the constituents at the "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012." (wellbeingtravelconference). (continue)

Patient Travelers Give Candid Recaps at "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012"

A specially assembled panel of patient travelers will candidly discuss their experiences in traveling abroad for medical and dental procedures at the upcoming "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012." (continue)

Trafalgar and Virgin Atlantic Host
The Sales and Service Team of American Marketing Group's

Trafalgar and Virgin Atlantic recently hosted American Marketing Group's sales and service team on a four day FAM in London. The whirlwind tour of the world-class city incorporated all of the most renowned sites. (continue)

"Best of the Best Globe Award"

Avoya Travel™/American Express® has been awarded an American Express Vacations 2011 'Best of the Best Globe Award'... (continue)

"Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012" GIVEAWAY

Any one who registers by April 15 will be entered to win an ultra-pampering personal spa package at the Centre for Well-Being at the 5-star Phoenician luxury resort. A $300 value, the prize-winning package includes a choice of two 50-minute spa services...(continue)

20% Growth for ExpediaCruiseShipCenters

Expedia CruiseShipCenters has entered its 25th year in business in good stride with 2011 sales figures showing a remarkable 20% growth over the previous year! (continue)

"Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012"

The "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012" -- which will take place on June 20-21, 2012 at The Phoenician luxury resort in Scottsdale, Arizona... (continue)

Sandals honored Avoya Travel/ American Express

'Best of the Best, Western' for the company's dedication to outstanding customer service and creating exceptional vacation experiences for Sandals Resorts' guests. (continue)

NCL Honors Avoya Travel With Top Travel Award

Avoya Travel™/American Express®, one of the leading travel companies in North America and beyond, today announced that Norwegian Cruise Line has presented the company with its 2011 'Home-Based Agency of the Year' award. (continue)

OASIS Reports Record
Growth in 2011

OASIS, www.OasisAgent.com, a leader in the development of programs for home based independent travel agents, reports another year of record growth. (continue)

TRAVELSAVERS Partner Services &
Analog Analytics Team Up to Provide

TRAVELSAVERS Partner Services, a new American Marketing Group company, has won the account as the exclusive travel provider for Analog Analytics' Bigger Better Deal™ solution. (continue)

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