| Orbitz Worldwide Announces Strategic Distribution Partnership with ...
CHICAGO, Feb. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Orbitz Worldwide (NYSE: OWW) , a leading global online travel company, today announced a strategic long term partnership with Marriott International, Inc. for distribution of Marriott International guest rooms through its global portfolio of brands, including Orbitz (http://www.orbitz.com), CheapTickets (http://www.cheaptickets.com) and Orbitz for Business (http://www.orbitzforbusiness.com) in the Americas; ebookers (http://www.ebookers.com) in Europe and eventually in early 2008 through HotelClub (http://www.hotelclub.com), based in Asia Pacific with operations globally. The contract enables Orbitz Worldwide's customers more flexibility when planning stays at Marriott Hotels & Resorts, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard, Residence Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites, TownePlace Suites and SpringHill Suites..
Hillary wafts in like a blast from the past
Hillary Rodham Clinton's visit to Robstown Wednesday illustrated what many people find troubling about her campaign. Some Clinton critics, even Democrats, have feared she would carry on "politics as usual" in Washington, D.C., describing her as such a consummate politician that she has little credibility when talking about bringing change to our government. Wednesday's rally felt like old South Texas politics, complete with homage to some politicians who haven't held office for years and vintage music. While her opponent, Sen. Barack Obama, is immortalized in "YouTube" videos created by current musicians such as Will.i.am (yes, that's his name) of the Black Eyed Peas, Robstown's Clinton audience took a trip down memory lane with a variation of the 1960s "Twist" and Dolly Parton's "9 to 5" from 1980.
Valentine's Day 'petaways'
Valentine's Day is coming up, but it's not too late plan that romantic getaway you've been dreaming about—and there's no reason why Fido and Fluffy can't come along too. John Clifford of International Travel Management in San Diego, Calif., suggests checking out pet packages offered by some of the country's leading pet-friendly hotel chains if you don't have time to research a romantic hideaway in close proximity to where you live. “Chains such as Kimpton Hotels or W Hotels", specialize in a boutique hotel concept designed to pamper and cater to your every whim, and are renowned for their pet-friendly attitude. Often their pet packages are surprisingly affordable," says Clifford. .
Cardinals' Spiezio wanted by police in California
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) -An arrest warrant for St. Louis Cardinals utilityman Scott Spiezio was issued by local police on six charges stemming from a crash in late December. The warrant filed Tuesday alleged driving under influence, driving under the influence with a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or more, hit and run, aggravated assault, assault and battery. The maximum penalty is two years in state prison. Spiezio did not play in Wednesday's exhibition game against St. Louis University at Jupiter, Fla. Cardinals spokesman Brian Bartow said the team was not aware of the warrant. Irvine police believe Spiezio was driving under the influence at the time of the crash Dec. 30, Lt. Rick Handfield said. "We've never been able to talk to him," Handfield said.
IL lawmaker seeks ban of gas chambers on strays
SPRINGFIELD, ILL. (AP) -- Gas chambers no longer will be used to euthanize animals in Illinois if a state lawmaker from Chicago gets his way. Democratic state Representative John Fritchey's bill has the backing of about a dozen Illinois animal-rescue shelters that consider using gas to destroy animals cruel. The measure would bar the use of carbon monoxide and tighten restrictions on who is allowed to do the killing. Animal rights advocates and public officials across the region say it's impossible to know how many animals are gassed. That's because county shelters are only required to report the number of deaths, not the manner in which the animal was destroyed. The proposed Illinois ban on gas chambers would apply to commercial breeders and shelters.
New ASU student-housing complex provides luxury-resort experience
Campus living and the luxury-resort experience collide at Vista Del Sol, a new Arizona State University student-housing complex that has some parents thinking the kids should stay home, and mom and dad should go back to school. "We have parents just shake their heads and laugh at the beauty and amenities," said Denise Giambelluca, American Campus Communities manager. "Vista Del Sol has almost everything - and then some - that a first-class resort has." It has a huge, heated pool with cabanas and cooking facilities, basketball and volleyball courts, amphitheater, a community center with four tanning booths, a theater, billiards, ping pong and foosball tables, an 8,000-square-foot gym, yoga room, lounges and arcade games. Each fully furnished apartment includes cable television and Internet, faux-wood floors, lavishly appointed kitchens, large living rooms and full closets.
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