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This new web site is positioned as a vacation planning and advice tool and travel social network for vacation travelers as a resource for sharing travel experiences and information for all things travel.

 

by Raye & Marty Trencher

Cruise Traveler Magazine


Travel Social Online is a social group buying website that's all about advice from others who have had great trips for flights, hotels, cars, all-in-one resort packages and cruises. We are a community for all things travel, connecting you with seasoned travelers and travel experts from the world of vacation packages, hotels, resorts, cruises and travel destinations worldwide. The site includes user-generated travel blogs, photos, videos, travel tips and information.

Travel Social Online offers members their own blog. Members can embed videos and photos into their blogs. Members can embed YouTube videos and photos into their responses. Members can  participate in travel forums and discussion,  post travel advice and provide answers, and add their own blogs  They can also share what they have learned by posting to their Facebook or Twitter account, and as many as 20 other sites using the sites TravelBar® –  an easy and convenient way to share the good news. Letting all their friends know about great travel deals on cruises, hotels,  car rentals, airfare, destinations and resort vacations!

Travel Social Online is a more social search experience—with a little help from their friends. Travelers can find essential travel tips, deals, vacation ideas and travel reviews, and meet fellow travelers, including Cruise Traveler Magazine editors and publishers; Raye & Marty Trencher.

Travel Social Online is a place for people to connect with other travelers, friends, family, co-workers, colleagues, travel writers, travel reviewers, and other related experts.

Travel Social Online provides a social network buying platform for cruise lines, hotels, resorts, destinations, airlines and vacationhome rental agents to connect with travelers and grow their social networking campaigns and brands using the sites' Ultimate Travel Services Directory, as well as traditional Internet advertising opportunities, such as the sites "Partners" page.

Travel Social Online does not require registration to participate. However, visitors to the site can get Get Personalized Travel And Destination Recommendations by signing up.

In a unique twist, Travel Social Online does not restrict visitors to just their own website.  Raye and Marty Trencher list some of their favorite social networking travel sites, with links, that help visitors research destinations and deals, find like-minded travelers, and read what they like and recommend for resorts, hotels, airlines, cruises and destinations.


Travel Social Online offers travelers ideas on places to visit through it's Destination Guides.  Travelers can get the latest recommendations on attractions, restaurants, and hotels, and up-to-date weather, health tips, and general information for thousands of destinations.

Visitors can opt-in to a weekly e-mailed Travel Alert List that personalized to their preferences noted when they signed on.

To find out more about Travel Social Online visit the web site at www.travelsocialonline.com

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Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all cruise rates, destination, and accommodation details directly with the cruise line mentioned before planning your cruise vacation.  The cruises shown on this web site are capacity-controlled and similar deals may be available from competing online, neighborhood travel agents, as well as the cruise line directly. All rates are per person for an inside cabin unless otherwise stated, and include port charges. Prices may vary by departure date. Please note these recent deals were limited-time offers, when we searched the Internet. Cruise lines raise and lower rates according to demand and available inventory, just about every week. Sometimes daily. So, you will need to click on an available link to check what's on offer today, to stay updated on recent deals, and to take advantage of opportunities to save before they are sold out or their time is (or was) up. Prices and availability are subject to change and offers may be withdrawn, by the suppliers at any time. There is no guarantee that these rates, free extras or special amenities will be available at the time of your search or actual booking. Use this information as a starting point in your vacation planning process. Check with your travel agent or the cruise line directly for the latest up-to-date-offers.

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