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Viator.com Unveils 10 Top Destinations for Summer 2012

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 31, 2012

Viators Facebook fans have spoken. Earlier this year, the team at Viator.com the leading resource for researching and booking more than 10,000 tours and activities in 800-plus destinations in more than 150 countries asked their Facebook fans to vote on what the most popular travel destinations would be in 2012. Based on their feedback, Viator has compiled a list of hot summer travel spots, from big cities rich in history and culture to those with unique attractions and amazing natural attributes, with a few suggestions on the best things to do in each.

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Fashion Camp for High School Students Happens this Summer at FIDM

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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) June 06, 2012

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising offers an incredible summer program, 3 Days of Fashion 2012, for high school students who are interested in learning about a career in marketing, fashion buying, merchandising, fashion styling, or fashion design. The fashion college is holding 3 Days of Fashion at its four California campuses: Orange County (June 18-20, 2012), San Diego (June 21-23, 2012), San Francisco (June 25-27, 2012), and Los Angeles (June 27-29, 2012).

In three creative and inspiration-filled days, students will take workshops such as Draping the Dress, where they can create a three-dimensional design on a fitting form; Concept to Consumer, which focuses on design and merchandising; and Creating a Promotional Campaign, where they will work on a photo shoot and special event. Fashion campers will learn step-by-step how to sketch the nine-head fashion figure and have the chance to meet and work with other like-minded students on fun and creative projects.

Students will hear from successful graduates of the fashion school and learn from top instructors. Project Runway alumnus, FIDM Instructor, and red carpet expert Nick Verreos will make a special appearance at all campuses. For students considering a career in fashion, this three-day event is a chance to get a head start and learn more about FIDM and its amazing resources.

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is a specialized, private college dedicated to educating students for the Fashion, Graphics, Interior Design, and Entertainment industries. Known as a one of the top fashion design schools, FIDM is also a leading graphic design school and digital media college. Visit fidm.edu for more information.







Kana Pipeline Awarded Residential Contract in IE, Harvest Homes to Open Summer 2012

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Rancho Cucamonga, CA (PRWEB) July 25, 2012

Kana Pipeline received its second underground pipeline contract with now key client, Beazer Homes, for the Harvest Tract. This $ 1.1M project for Kana is located in Inland Empires Rancho Cucamonga, CA, and includes offsite and onsite water, sewer and storm drainage systems construction work. This new 161- unit residential development is located at the southwest corner of 6th and Archibald, minutes away from Victoria Gardens Mall and the I-10 freeway with precious views of Mt. Baldy.

The Harvest tract model homes are expected to be up in the next couple of months and Beazer Homes couldnt be more eager to share their unique family-friendly community with us. The Harvest Tract has been designed such that multi-family units will be surrounded by single-family homes calling this a cluster home residential type of community. This type of community is said to have done well for other homebuilders in nearby areas such as Upland that have also featured the cluster home concept. The cluster homes are on a smaller lot, where front doors open into a common green belt area, and where an alley may be shared with multiple other homes.

Pipeline construction work began end of April, with sewer, water pipeline and storm drainage systems totaling nearly 20,000 linear feet of pipe. This is not to mention the underground large yellow half-domed ribbed storm water chambers that were installed measuring 5 in diameter x 4 tall that will be used to retain storm drainage on site before exiting to public channels.

This new residential project will feature three separate product series, totaling 9 floor plans, comprised of condos and 1-2 story single-family homes. These homes will feature spacious floor plans, extra storage spaces and private backyards with one-of-a kind amenities including community gardens, all in a gated community. There will no mello roos, not to mention the advertised ENERGY STAR

Seven Directions Custom Tours Presents Summer 2012 Getaways Ideas for Shorter Vacations

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Santa Fe, New Mexico (PRWEB) June 12, 2012

Seven Directions Custom Tours offers captivating ideas to overcome both the constraints created by the economy and the shrinking free time most travelers encounter. The new line of getaways was initially inspired by the exciting transit of Venus that happened on June 5th.

These days when time is short or budgets are smaller finding meaningful vacations can be challenging. Nevertheless, for travelers looking for an empowering experience there are several opportunities offering an intense and involving travel adventure.

An Astronomy Tour under the Dark Skies of the Southwest takes immediately in an outwardly space. The sky this year is hip and trendy. Thanks to the spectacular annular solar eclipse and the enchanting transit of Venus gazing at the sky has become more popular and consequently the interest in astronomy.

The skies of Arizona and New Mexico are generally pollution-free, also free of interfering lights during the dark hours. This explains the presence of so many observatories in both territories. Therefore a well balanced program between day-time immersions in the stunning natural settings of the Southwest and night-time sky observations can easily carry away from the daily routine lifting the spirit and opening the mind.

Spirituality and Sacred Places Journeys can be shaped to different pursuits. People interested in architecture and history of churches and places of devotion can find reasons for inspiration in the 17th and 18th century Mission Churches of New Mexico and Southern Arizona. Others may prefer a deeper experience by partaking in spiritual ceremonies and select the spiritual path offered by ancient civilizations. Or, simply, one can fully enjoy the beauty of nature while doing some yoga in a pristine surrounding.

Creative Hands-On Experiences allows immersing oneself in the culture of a place and get totally absorbed by crafting his or her own inspirations in a kind of meditative exercise. Bread making in a horno, painting, farming, writing, dancing, photographing, the choice of arts or crafts is endless. The result of such an experience is priceless.

Seven Directions has developed over the years customized experiences for its many different clients requirements and dreams. No program is the same because every person has a different dream for a special vacation.

For further information and media inquiries: Patrizia Antonicelli Tel.505.820.3305

About Seven Directions Tours:

Seven Directions | Cultural and Sustainable Tours has established itself as one of the finest sustainable tour operators in the Southwest. They facilitate exceptional tours that create a memorable and authentic experience that is relaxing and profound in every respect. Seven Directions Tours caters to a wide-ranging audience that seeks a hands-on experience by putting them in touch with the landscape and the people. Clients learn salient information in the comfort of a tour they can customize. Seven Directions Tours can accommodate large and small groups, and individuals. They also specialize in Fly & Drive programs that clients can take on by themselves. To learn more about Seven Directions visit them at http://www.sevendirections.net

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Jewelry Designer, Summer Powell, Announces the Official Launch of the Gemetrica Collection, a Modern Jewelry Line for Women

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) July 09, 2012

The Gemetrica Collection, a new jewelry line, will be available for purchase to online consumers on http://www.Summerized.com and Fab.com beginning July 10, 2012.

Created by visionary and graphic artist, Summer Powell, the Gemetrica Collection features three distinctive necklace and earring styles. Her sleek and unique designs include the Rock Star Diamond, the Future Victorian Emerald, and the Mod Moir

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk & Hotel Valencia Santana Row to Color Your Summer Orange

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San Antonio, TX (PRWEB) July 13, 2012

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX and Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, CA are sweetening up the last days of summer with a new guest campaign: Color your Summer Orange. Through September, the two, award winning properties aim to surprise and delight visitors with unexpected appearances of the brands signature color through avenues designed to impact a variety of senses.

From subtle scents wafting through the lobby and more dramatic visual effects like an exterior lighting wash at night to refreshing agua frescas at Citrus restaurant or tasty, infused cocktails at Vbar, the joy and playfulness of orange the color of summer sun and fun will touch each guest experience.

The Valencia brand was inspired by the namesake Mediterranean community in Spain, which is known for its sweet orange trees. That growing history also influenced the naming of Californias Valencia Orange.

As Jeff Miraglia, Creative Director with Taylor West explains, This campaign naturally fits into everything that the word Valencia stands for and reinforces elements as well as attitudes of the brand. We hope that the integration of all things orange will further connect these emotional and experiential cues to the name while rewarding guests with a quicker step, a looser tie and a brighter outlook.

The overriding hope is that the effort will heighten Hotel Valencias connection to a summer stay, encouraging guest to let orange paint their next Valencia vacation too.

About Valencia Group

Houston-based Valencia Group provides management, development, branding and repositioning services for independent, full-service boutique hotels owned by the company, in addition to third parties. Recognized both nationally and internationally for their exceptional service and style, Valencia Group hotels fuse a crisp, globally-inspired modern design aesthetic with warm Mediterranean influences. Valencia Group continues to forge a niche with anchor hotels in mixed-use environments where the right balance of residential, restaurant, retail and office coalesce to create full-spectrum accretive value in sought after urban settings. Signature properties such as Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, CA, Hotel Sorella CITYCENTRE in Houston, TX and Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX have become destinations and gathering places within their respective communities, some further benefitting from and enriching their location within the cultural heart of a city. 2013 marks a year of substantial growth for the company with the second Sorella – Hotel Sorella Country Club Plaza slated for a fall opening in Kansas City, MO and the launch of a new concept: Lone Star Court. A 21st Century reinterpretation of the nostalgic motor court. Lone Star Court will premier in early 2013 with an Austin flagship in The Domain. For more information, please visit http://www.valenciagroup.com.







TROY Offers Free Shipping: TROY MICR Printers Delivered with No Shipping Charges this Summer

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Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) June 20, 2012

TROY Group, Inc., a Worldwide leader in Secure On-Demand Printing Solutions, announces free shipping to businesses in the continental United States that purchase qualifying TROY MICR Printers. TROY created this free shipping offer to make the costs of check writing and reducing fraud liability more affordable.

Counterfeiters have become more sophisticated as technology has advanced. Many have access to the necessary printers and graphics capabilities to produce documents that appear to be legitimate as well as checks that appear to be negotiable. TROY MICR printers, MICR Secure printers and MICR toner offer industry-proven methods to counteract fraudsters who target a companys checks and other sensitive documents.

TROY MICR Printers are modified to print the special character set one sees at the bottom of a check, called MICR Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR). Using MICR toner, MICR printers produce negotiable checks on demand with electronic readability and fraud-deterrent security. Combined with TROY secure software, TROY MICR Printers can significantly reduce the cost of check printing for businesses of any size by eliminating the need for preprinted checks. Most MICR printers can be purchased with locking paper trays, providing a completely secure check printing environment. TROYs MICR Toner Secure offers an added element of fraud-deterrent, producing a red stain when chemical alteration of the printed document is attempted.

Larry Landtiser, Executive Vice President and General Manager, TROY Group, Inc., said TROY extends the free shipping offer as a way of helping organizations defray the cost of purchasing equipment that combats document fraud. Were pleased to offer free shipping to our customers this summer to help alleviate the costs associated with reducing risk, he said. Small companies to large enterprises are all susceptible to fraudsters who seek to access their information. Its TROYs way of making business security more affordable.

Uniquely designed for financial institutions, retail banking, credit unions, insurance, and brokerage firms, TROY MICR printers can reduce costs for any accounts payable department or other organization that must produce sensitive documents in a secure environment. Qualifying models in the premium offer include the 3015, 9050, 401, 601, 602 & 603 MICR Printers and MICR Secure Printers. A TROY solutions specialist can help purchasers determine which model suits their particular needs.

TROY sells MICR printers via direct sales, online sales and through resellers. The free shipping offer applies to all channels of TROY customers and is good from June 1 through August 31, 2012 in the continental US. As an HP Solutions Business Partner, TROY is the only company authorized by HP to enhance HP LaserJet printers and consumables for use in secure printing workflows. Only TROY MICR and Security printers and HP compatible MICR Toner cartridges are certified by HP for quality and reliability.

About Troy Group

TROY Group, Inc. (TROY) is a worldwide leader of secure on-demand printing solutions. TROY solutions manage, secure and simplify end-to-end enterprise printing environments. TROY offers application software, security printing hardware and specialized consumables for securely printing checks, money orders, transcripts, prescriptions and other important documents. TROY solutions are used by small and medium size businesses as well as large enterprises and governmental organizations to manage fraud, operational risk and comply with government regulations related to protecting information privacy. As a Gold Solutions Partner to HP, TROY is the only company in the world authorized by HP to enhance HP printers and consumables for use in secure printing workflows. Only TROY MICR and Security printers and TROY MICR Toner cartridges are tested onsite and certified by HP for quality and reliability. Unlike toner remanufacturing processes that produce rebuilt products, the TROY method modifies existing HP products to HP standards in its ISO-certified facility. TROY and HP offer new low-melt toners and security toners that help reduce energy costs using a reduced fusing temperature. We sell and service our products to major corporations, banks, key government accounts and distributors worldwide. Visit TROY at http://www.troygroup.com

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Tonight, The Serpentine Gallery Summer Party Event 2012 Sponsored By Leon Max

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London, UK (PRWEB UK) 26 June 2012

Nestled in the heart of Kensington, the Serpentine Gallery is the heart of class; one of Londons best loved art galleries displaying collections of modern and contemporary art, and attracting over half a million visitors per year. Unique worldwide, the Serpentine Gallery Pavilion is a pioneering annual architecture commission that gives internationally-renowned architects, including Zaha Hadid, Frank Gehry, Oscar Niemeyer and Jean Nouvel, the opportunity to create their first built structures in England. The Pavilion will also host the Gallerys anticipated Park Nights programme of music, theatre, film, discussions and performances. The season will explore the topic of memory and will culminate, on 13 and 14 October, with the Memory Marathon, the seventh in the acclaimed Marathon series.

So it comes as no surprise that the gallerys Summer Party 2012 will be the height of cool, with New York rapper Azealia Banks providing the sound for the proceedings. Alongside the super trendy DJ Dan Lynwood, the summer party is an annual fundraising evening for the gallery, and proceeds are vital to ensure that it continues to present its acclaimed programmes free of charge to the public. The gallery raises 4 million in funds on a yearly basis to ensure that these programmes run correctly, and the summer ball is a large crowd, bringing in millions in sponsorship to preserve this treasure.

The event is sponsored by designer Leon Max, the founder and principal designer behind the US-based multi-platform fashion company that bears his name. The company opened its first UK shop earlier this year in Londons Notting Hill.

A long-term interest in art and architecture led Leon Max to the acquisition of the Nicholas Hawksmoor designed Easton Neston in Northamptonshire. This splendid example of English Baroque now accommodates the EU headquarters of Max Studio.

Max Studio, offers a mix of top quality fabrics and innovative styles to revolutionise shapes and silhouettes, and create an outfit for every situation. Leon Maxs designs are loved by A listers and the opening of a store in the UK this year has cemented the brand as a worldwide powerhouse that champions class and style in an effortless mix.

The teaming of Leon Max with the glamorous Serpentine Gallery is a fantastic one night only merger between a UK institution and an esteemed designer. The Summer Ball promises to attract A list celebrities from the worlds of international art, film, fashion and business, where they will be treated to a private showing of an exhibition of work by Yoko Ono. Proceeds from the party will all go directly to the gallerys internationally acclaimed Exhibitions, Architecture, Design, Education and Public Programmes.

The garments worn by the models are from the Summer 12/ transitional fall 12 collection by Leon Max, and will be available to purchase online at http://www.maxstudio.co.uk or in store at the Westbourne Groves Max Studio boutique.







Riverbend Introducing New Floor Plan Concepts All Summer Long

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Meridian, ID (PRWEB) June 26, 2012

Riverbend Timber Framing has dedicated 30 years to providing one-of-a kind designs that inspire our customers timber frame homes. For the next few months, we want to provide fresh designs to spur prospective projects, whether architectural style ranges from Southwestern to Craftsman to Contemporary.

Riverbend will be introducing custom timber frame home designs all summer long. The first two designs of the summer series are the unique French Country inspired concepts: the Lyon and the Greenbrier.

Both the Lyon and the Greenbrier display classic European architecture and design. The old world charm of blending stone and timber framing creates an enchanting French country cottage appeal that forms to any landscape urban or countryside.

These unique French country designs and more brand new concepts will be premiering all summer long. Take a look by checking emails, visiting the website and following Riverbend on Twitter and Facebook.

View the latest Riverbend Design Concepts, the Lyon and the Greenbrier at: http://www.riverbendtf.com/floorplans.html.

PFB America, a wholly owned subsidiary of PFB Corporation, is the parent company of Riverbend Timber Framing, PrecisionCraft Log and Timber Homes, and Point Zero Homes.

Riverbend is a manufacturer of custom traditional timber frame homes. Using traditional timber frame designs and an integrated energy efficient building system, Riverbends homes are built to last. With 30 years of experience, Riverbend creates inspiring homes that match each clients unique lifestyle, architectural preference and budget.







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Campus Martius Park Announces Summer in the Park 2012 Lineup, 10-Week Series Features More than 70 Free Music Acts, Events

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Detroit, Michigan (PRWEB) June 08, 2012

Campus Martius Park officials and sponsors today announced the Summer in the Park 2012 lineup, presented by Compuware Corporation and WXYZ Channel 7, and featuring more than 70 musical acts and entertainment stretching 10 weeks long. In addition to workday favorites like the Greektown Casino Mid-Day Music Series and 4th Fridays, this years free summer programming welcomes the new Huntington Bank Sunset in the City Thursdays, Movie Night in the D and two-day JamFest! produced in partnership with the Detroit Music Awards (DMA).

Summer in the Park 2012 features a veritable feast of free entertainment for nearly all music tastes, from Detroit Rock and Indie Rock to Blues, Jazz, Punk, Funk and Motown, with a side of Classical Music, said Bob Gregory, president of the Detroit 300 Conservancy. Our schedule of events and entertainment is as dynamic and diverse as the people who work, live and play in the city.

Headlining in June is jessica Care moore & Black Women Rock, an all-female, all-star ensemble, with outstanding DMA winners and performers Thornetta Davis, Sky Covington, Monica Blaire, Gayelynn McKinney, Alina Morr and Detroits own jessica Care moore. Julys events culminate with the popular American rock band Saves the Day, performing hits from their albums Cant Slow Down and Daybreak. The Pleasure Seekers/Cradle and Amy Gore and Her Valentines close out the summer series, with a pure rock n roll and power pop mix that has become the bands signature style.

The headlining acts are part of the 4th Fridays, day-long festivals, packed with live music, fashion shows, comedy, live arts presentations, trivia fun, food and more.

The Summer in the Park series kicks off June 19 with the Greektown Casino Mid-Day Music Series, with live music from noon to 2 PM running Tuesday-Friday, 10 weeks through Aug. 30. Hosted on the Summer Main Stage, talent will consist of a variety of top Detroit performances according to the following themes: Detroit Manufacturing Tuesdays, 93.9 The Rivers Lunchtime Concert Wednesdays, Detroit Music Showcase Thursdays and WDETs Essential Fridays.

Back by popular demand are movies in the park, Movie Night in the D presents Academy Award-nominated and winning films under the stars in CMP. Presented by Good People Popcorn and Guernsey Farms Dairy, the films begin at dusk on Friday nights (excluding 4th Fridays) July 20-Aug. 17.

Campus Martius Park and Huntington Bank are giving commuters another excuse to avoid rush hour this summer with Huntington Bank Sunset in the City Thursdays. The new, six-week music series runs 5:30-8:30 PM Thursdays, June 21-Aug. 2. Entertainment will include top local talent, tasty cuisine and drink selections from Fountain Bistro.

Summer in the Park has become a tradition that pulls visitors from within and outside the region to enjoy our wonderful city, Gregory said. Guests are welcome to come to the Park to enjoy special lunchtime activities, listen to music, relax on our beautiful lawns, or simply take in all of the sights and sounds that downtown Detroit has to offer. It will be a party.

Quicken Loans once again presents Healthy Moves, returning to Summer in the Park, Monday-Friday beginning June 18, with games (Pentanque, Backgammon, Chess, Checkers, Ping-Pong, and Bocce Ball), coordinated walking tours, Yoga and Ballroom Dancing classes.

The 4th Fridays in the Park series has received the summers highest best of events rating from the Detroit Free Press and boasts national and Detroit music stages that showcase a wide variety of music and entertainers.

A summary of events follows by month:

June