GotoBus.com: Travel on a Budget

GotoBus is the leading online marketplace for bus tickets, tours, and sightseeing activities. In February 2007, The Washington Post featured GotoBus.com as one of the best travel websites and named it "Best of the Web" in the "Motorcoaches" category.

Monday, July 30, 2007

Submit Your Travel Story to GotoBus

We are planning on rolling out a contest "Submit Your Travel Story to GotoBus.com." We will pick a winner every week and the winner will recieve a trip for two for free! The article can be from 300 words up to 2000 words, and the contest is open to every travelers who have taken a GotoBus tour.

I would like to take a vote here:

If you're picked as the winner of the week, which tour would be the most preferable for you and your date, friend or family?

Looking forward to your comments!:))

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Top 10 Hottest Getaways 2007

We have recently put together a summer travel guide for those who want to get the most out of their getaways-- without a car or a map!

According to a survey conducted by tripadviser.com, the world largest travel planning and social site, the Top 10 Summer Getaways for 2007 are:

1. Orlando, Florida- The Orlando 5 Day Tour Package, $389
2. Cirque du Soleil, Las Vegas, Nevada- L.A. to Las Vegas Tours, starting $99.
3. Maui, Hawaii- Hawaii tour 1-7 Days, starting from $299.
4. The Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona- Las Vegas, Grand Canyon West Rim 3 Day Tour, $144 .
5. Central Park, New York, New York- New York City 1-Day Tour
6. Alcatraz, San Francisco, California -San Francisco 5 hour Comprehensive Tour, $60
7. Top of the Rock Observation, New York, New York-Shop, Hop and Top 3 Day Value Package, $109.
8. Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey Bay, California- Monterey, Bay Aquarium, Carmel and 17-Mile Tour, $81.
9. Bellagio Fountains, Las Vegas, Nevada
10. San Diego Zoo, San Diego, California-San Diego Zoo One Day Tour, $45

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Thursday, July 19, 2007

GotoBus.com's Top Picks for the 7 Natural Wonders in the US

Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- GotoBus.com (http://www.gotobus.com/), the world's leading online travel site for more than 1,500 bus tours, sightseeing tours and vacation packages in the US and Canada, has hand-picked best bus tours for you to experience the Top 7 Natural Wonders in the U.S.

Number One:

The Grand Canyon, AZ -- Whether you believe it took millions of years or whether you believe its an obvious result of a great flood, its become irrelevant when you see the scale. If you want to challenge yourself -- step on the newly built Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge hanging 4,000 feet from the Colorado River. We recommend the L.A. to Grand Canyon, Las Vegas 3 Day Tour, $99

Number Two:

Yosemite National Park, CA -- Did you know what 95% of the Yosemite National Park is designated wilderness? This is where the hordes of people gather to get away from the hustle bustle of city life ... however, it is not difficult to take a walk and find your own little sanctuary among nature. The Valley floor is also the center to see places like Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, El Capitan, etc. Our Tours to Yosemite departing from L.A., starting $120.

Number Three:

Niagara Falls, NY -- There is something about Niagara Falls that appeals to the nature lover, daredevil and artist in everyone. Three large waterfalls falling 61 meters with large amounts of water pouring over. A must see. Take the well-known "Maid of the Mist" boat ride, which takes you right into the Falls. GotoBus's most popular New York to Niagara Falls 2 Days Tour, $110 , now buy two get one free.

Number Four:

Sequoia National Park, CA -- Enjoy the magnificent, giant trees in the Redwood National Park. The size and beauty of these trees is only enhanced by having them all in one place, creating the perfect cool environment with lots of fresh air. Try ourSequoia, Lake Tahoe, Napa 3 Day Tour, $138.

Number Five:

Yellowstone National Park, CA -- Yellowstone has plenty over 10,000 hot springs and geysers. Throw in trees and a swim in hot pools and you'll be in heaven. Try our Yellowstone, Mt. RushMore, Arch 7-Day Tour Package at $394

Number Six:

Ruby Falls, TN -- 200 million years in the making, Ruby Falls is a 145 foot underground waterfall over 1120 feet beneath the mountain's surface. The fascinating story of Lookout Mountain and Ruby Falls is told by their unusual geological phenomena. Join our Boston to Tennessee 4 Day Tour, $218.

Number Seven:

Shenandoah Caverns, VA -- See beautiful underground formations like the famous Breakfast Bacon once featured in National Geographic. Take the Washington D.C., Shenandoah 2 Day Tour, $100.

About GotoBus
GotoBus is the leading online marketplace for bus tickets and tours. The GotoBus online booking system, similar to those used by major airlines, makes it easy for travelers to quickly compare schedules, prices, and pickup/drop-off locations for over 100 bus companies throughout the United States and Canada. GotoBus.com is the fastest growing gateway for bus travel on the Internet. In February 2007, The Washington Post featured GotoBus.com as one of the best travel websites and named it "Best of the Web" in the "Motorcoaches" category.
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