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<P><B><FONT SIZE=5 FACE="Times New Roman">Illustrious Green Hotels Colleagues,</FONT></B>
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<P><B><FONT SIZE=5 FACE="Times New Roman">Here is an interesting guide to green vacation options from Orbits….</FONT></B>
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<P><B><FONT SIZE=5 FACE="Times New Roman">Orbitz Adds Microsite to Help Travelers Find Green Vacation Options</FONT></B>
<BR><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">04/21/2007 </FONT>
<BR><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">CHICAGO</FONT><FONT FACE="Tahoma">—</FONT><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">Orbitz has added an eco-travel microsite to its website. The company’s intent is for it to be a comprehensive resource for travelers who want to find everything from eco-friendly hotels to environmental volunteer opportunities. Travelers who visit the Orbitz eco-travel microsite (</FONT><A HREF="http://eco.orbitz.com/ "><U><FONT COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Times New Roman">http://eco.orbitz.com/</FONT></U></A><FONT FACE="Times New Roman">) will have access to the following information and tools: </FONT></P>
<P><FONT FACE="Tahoma">•</FONT><FONT FACE="Times New Roman"> Articles on eco-travel, how it effects local environments and communities throughout the world, and how everyone can make a positive impact while traveling. Read articles from the experts at Away.com and Gorp.com to expand your knowledge on this important topic. </FONT></P>
<P><FONT FACE="Tahoma">•</FONT><FONT FACE="Times New Roman"> Top eco-friendly destinations. Editors from Away.com give their top picks for destinations that are doing their part to create a sustainable environment. Learn where to go and what to expect at some amazing eco-friendly destinations around the world. </FONT></P>
<P><FONT FACE="Tahoma">•</FONT><FONT FACE="Times New Roman"> Top green hotels. Orbitz hotel experts select lodging properties that operate with environmentally-friendly practices and products. From using wind and solar power as energy sources to purchasing only environmentally-friendly products such as green detergents for linens and soaps, these hotels are great options for the environmentally conscious traveler. </FONT></P>
<P><FONT FACE="Tahoma">•</FONT><FONT FACE="Times New Roman"> Eco volunteer opportunities. Orbitz is linking travelers to the National Park Service volunteer website where they can find rewarding opportunities to become involved in conservation initiatives during their travels. </FONT></P>
<P><FONT FACE="Tahoma">•</FONT><FONT FACE="Times New Roman"> Eco-travel tips. Making big contributions to the environment on your own can seem overwhelming, but there are plenty of simple things any traveler can do to make a difference when they are on the road. Whether renting a hybrid car or taking a “to go” coffee cup with you, Orbitz gives travelers suggestions for easy things they can do on any trip. <BR>
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<P><FONT COLOR="#008000" SIZE=4 FACE="Georgia">Tom Rhodes</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR="#008000" FACE="Georgia">Environmental Specialist</FONT>
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