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SEATTLE, April 29 /PRNewswire/ — Brendan Vierra has been named Vice President, Human Resources for Holland America Line and Tim Murphy has been named to succeed Vierra as Vice President, Guest Programs.
Vierra will now be responsible for providing overall direction, guidance and coordination of Holland America Line’s human resource management activities worldwide. Vierra has been a key member of the management team since first joining the company in December 1997. Brendan was appointed Vice President, Guest Programs in January 2000 and since that time has successfully led guest programs to record service levels. Vierra will report to Stein Kruse, President and CEO, Holland America Line. Vierra holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Chaminade College in Honolulu. He serves on the board of directors of the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra.
Tim Murphy, another Holland America Line veteran, has been named Vice President, Guest Programs, reporting to Richard Meadows, Executive Vice President, Marketing, Sales and Guest Programs. Murphy joined Holland America in 1987 and since that time has successfully mastered several positions of increasing responsibility within the Finance department. Tim is a CPA with a bachelor degree in accounting from the University of Wyoming.
“It is particularly satisfying to be able to appoint to two such important positions from within the company,” said Kruse. “Both Brendan and Tim have been incredibly valuable team members for many years, and we are confident that they will continue to excel in their new positions.”
Wayne Byers who had served as Vice President, Human Resources for Holland America Line, has been promoted to a new position, Senior Vice President, Global Human Resources at the parent company of Holland America Line, Carnival Corporation & plc., and will relocate to Miami following a brief transition period.
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About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc ]
Holland America Line’s fleet of 13 ships offers nearly 500 cruises to 314 ports of call in 97 countries, territories or dependencies. Two- to 108-day itineraries visit all seven continents, including Antarctica, South America, Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; a Grand World Voyage; and popular sailings to ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Europe and Panama Canal. A 14th ship, ms Eurodam, will launch in July 2008.
World’s Leading cruise Lines
The highest-rated premium cruise line in the world, Holland America Line is a member of the exclusive World’s Leading cruise Lines alliance, which also includes Carnival cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Seabourn cruise Line and Costa Cruises. Sharing a passion to please each guest and a commitment to quality and value, these lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. The World’s Leading cruise Lines offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world’s most desirable destinations.
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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., May 30 /PRNewswire/ — Hosted by television personality Samantha Brown, the Travel Channel will air an interview with Sea Mist Resort guests William and Amy Morrison and their five children focusing on their vacation experiences there. The program, scheduled to be broadcast this summer, will feature fun things to do in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
In the interview Amy Morrison explains that her family first discovered Sea Mist in 2006 after having searched almost a year for the perfect family vacation. Mrs. Morrison, with children ranging in age from 5 years old to twenty-one, said that they were looking for “… a warm place, a place by the ocean, a cozy cottage, pools for the children, a play area for my five year old, a place that would entertain my fifteen year old and also have something for the older children… and most of all a place just to relax in a clean environment. We found all of that and more at Sea Mist.”
Sea Mist: Water Park and More
In addition to being right on the Atlantic Ocean, Sea Mist guests enjoy other outstanding water amenities including the largest resort water park in Myrtle Beach, a lazy river, a splash pool, multiple kid-scale waterslides, a three-story high tubular waterslide, a 3000 square foot oceanfront children’s activity pool, ten swimming pools, and indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis. For more details see
Sea Mist also features its own miniature golf course, a state-of-the-art three-story play station for climbing and exploring, a movie theater and an arcade with over 100 games. Guests staying at Sea Mist can also enjoy a full schedule of on-site entertainment and special events including themed pool parties, magic shows, karaoke parties and Polynesian dancing.
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Sea Mist Resort has some of the best vacation packages you can find. From family vacation packages and shopping packages, to masters’ and pro golf packages, the prices are incredibly reasonable. Find out more at
Ms. Morrison shared their Sea Mist experience with Travel Channel viewers, commenting, “If you are looking for a family oriented and affordable place to vacation with your family, I would highly recommend Sea Mist. I guarantee your children won’t get bored.”
For more information about Sea Mist Resort call (800) 793-6507 or visit their website at .
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BOTHELL, Wash., May 14 /PRNewswire/ — A European vacation is not out of reach this year. While the dollar might not be as strong as in previous years, there are still plenty of affordable options. Prague, where castles and cobblestones mix with modern architecture and vibrant nightlife, makes a splendid substitution. Go-today.com is offering a 6 night vacation to Prague priced from $899.
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“Because the Czech Republic is not yet on the Euro, the exchange rate is more manageable for many American travelers,” stated Martin Froggatt, President of go-today.com. “Widely considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Prague certainly lives up to its reputation as the Golden City.”
Go-today.com’s Prague At Its Best package is priced from $899 and includes roundtrip airfare to Prague, 6 night hotel accommodations, breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service charges and airline fuel surcharges. Package price does not include airport taxes and fees.
For more information about the Prague At Its Best package and to make reservations, please visit or call one of our travel experts at 800-227-3235 (6:00am to 7pm PT Monday - Friday and 7:30am to 4pm PT Saturday and Sunday).
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In 1997 go-today.com was established with a vision of offering affordable independent travel to Europe and other world destinations. Go-today.com expanded its global destinations in 2003 and 2004 with locations in Asia, the South Pacific, Central America and South America, New Zealand, and Australia. We seek out and promote vacation products that represent the best value in terms of price and quality. As a division of Europe Express, a market leader in world travel, go-today.com has been able to forge strong relationships with hotels, airlines and other suppliers. The key to our success is our belief that when service is the first priority, then quality, value and customer satisfaction will follow.
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DENVER, May 28 /PRNewswire/ — A luxury vacation home is often defined by its deck and outdoor living space. After all, that is where a traveler can experience the sweeping views of the harbor or relax in the Jacuzzi and gaze at the stars. Yet the word “deck” does not do justice to the extraordinary experiences that are created outside these magnificent vacation rentals. Those wishing to book the ultimate luxury vacation home — and enjoy the perfect deck setting — should search no further than TheSociety.com.
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TheSociety.com and its one-of-a-kind board of travel industry advisors has reviewed thousands of luxury vacation rentals and villas and selected the five top decks. Of course each deck has a spectacular view, but the unforgettable luxuries lie in the entertainment capacity, amenities, privacy and size.
Each of these properties features as many luxuries and unique amenities inside as out. We invite you to learn more about these and other of the world’s most exclusive vacation properties at .
The Society’s Top Decks
Villa la Laguna - Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

This outdoor living area has a footprint larger than the entirety of most Los Cabos villas plus amenities like dual pools with a 12-foot slide, a fully outfitted palapa-roof bar and capacity for 150 people.
Campitino - Tuscany, Italy

Campitino defines intimate outdoor living in authentic Tuscan countryside. Multiple stone and brick terraces overlook expansive, rolling countryside hills dotted with villages, orchards and historic churches.
Contemporary Hillside - Scottsdale, AZ

This stunning 12,500-square-foot home melds almost seamlessly with its mountainside setting as large glass doors open to decks on every level. Situated high on the side of Camelback Mountain, Hillside affords some of the most spectacular city and mountain views anywhere.
Alpen Ridge - Telluride, CO

Alpen Ridge boasts two vast decks that sit on Telluride’s Bridges ski run where loungers can enjoy Colorado’s famous all-day sun with dramatic views of the San Sophia Ridge in both winter and summer. Surrounded by woods, the lower deck features a private hot tub to enjoy the beautiful settings.
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About The Society
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