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Wedding Couture used to mean the bridal gown . . . now it means the honeymoon.  Niagara Falls is being replaced with zip-lining in rain forests, summer skiing in Chile, or a desert safari in Arabia, according to Virtuoso, the leading luxury travel network, who today announced 30 Top Honeymoons chosen by some of the network’s most experienced honeymoon specialists.  To ensure brides-to-be are aware of these top honeymoon packages, Virtuoso looked to TheKnot.com, the number one online wedding planning resource, to create an email and website promotion campaign that will be viewed by millions of registered brides-to-be. The honeymoons range from a three-day getaway at a Mexican beach resort for $1,930 per couple to a two-week African safari for $23,834.  Each trip is arranged by one of 24 featured Virtuoso honeymoon specialists, each with an average of 15-20 years in planning detailed honeymoon itineraries for their clients.  Featured destinations range from nearby destinations in Flori...

It’s one of the most elusive quests for travelers. How can you save money on holiday travel? Fortunately, Virtuoso has seven novel money-saving ideas for you. Virtuoso’s global PR director, Misty Ewing Belles, shared strategies to save money on holiday travel on NBC’s TODAY Show Dec. 11. Discover her insider tips below:

Millennials love group trips with friends, especially with customized, unique experiences A 20-something’s vision of the perfect vacation looks very different from a 40-something’s. Ditto a 50 year old versus an 80 year old. How do different generations travel? A study by Virtuoso has uncovered how four generations choose to vacation. Virtuoso examined booking data for clients over the last six years, conducted focus groups with its travel advisors and included research from partner Wealth Engine. The results clearly demonstrate how generations travel in their own unique way.

Virtuoso provides the perfect antidote to the winter doldrums by hosting its first-ever European Virtual Travel Show on Wednesday, February 1, from 1pm-9pm EST.  Attendees have a rare opportunity to mingle online with 47 of the world’s best European travel companies and Virtuoso’s travel advisors – all one needs to plan the perfect European getaway.  Highlighted destinations include scenic countries such as Austria and Norway, as well as vibrant cities like Barcelona and Madrid, all of which serve as sought-after locales for families, honeymooners, singles, baby boomers and business travelers alike. Exclusive travel incentives revealed during the show will include promotions for private guides, hotel upgrades, gift cards, prepaid shipboard gratuities and special savings.  Additionally, Virtual Travel Show guests are eligible to win gift cards and vouchers valued up to $500 for select cruise sailings and from participating travel providers. Virtuoso’s European Virtual Travel Show all...

What do Jordan, Laos, Ireland and the Republic of Congo have in common? They are just a few of Virtuoso’s picks for must-see spots in 2012. Virtuoso Public Relations Director Misty Ewing promoted the destinations in a Jan. 3 interview on Fox News. “Where should we be dreaming about?” Ewing asked viewers of the segment in promoting “unexpected and unusual destinations.”  She promoted the following: Jordan for its stability and convenience, as it’s easy to travel around. Republic of Congo for its gorilla trekking, where visitors can get as close as 20 feet from 11 different species of primates European river cruising, because visitors can pay up front in their local currency to avoid fluctuations, and everything is included Ireland as a way to experience the UK during the Olympics year in London Thailand and Laos for their gorgeous sights and warm, welcoming people Watch the complete interview: To see more coverage of Virtuoso’s picks for must-visit destinations and suppliers...