ATLANTA, GEORGIA– July 2005— The current
issue of travelgirl magazine is undoubtedly the most
vibrant publication on the newsstands this summer.
It's impossible to miss the captivating smile of travelgirl
covergirl Jane Seymour hitting newsstands this week.
Seymour, who starred in many roles including “Doctor
Quinn, Medicine Woman,” is also a celebrated
author, designer, philanthropist and mother extraordinaire.
She bursts off the cover of travelgirl in a rainbow
of color created by the famous artist Peter Max.
Inside, Seymour speaks candidly with travelgirl Publisher
Renee Werbin, about her home in England, her entry
into Hollywood and what it's like to be a Bond girl.
The color continues with destination features on wedding
planning in the Florida Keys, castle-hopping in Scotland,
Denver mania, the rebirth of Manchester and Beatles
tourism in Liverpool. One spread proves that girls
just want to have fun, with a look at where the girls
from Sex And The City might opt to spend their summer
vacations. Whether you're planning a sizzling summer
rendezvous, or eager to cruise ahead for a peek at
the perfect fashions for fall, the July/August issue
of travelgirl magazine will help you reach your destination.
When it comes to relationships, the bi-monthly national
publication offers tips for creating the right prenuptial
agreement, the pros and cons of getting married on
a holiday weekend, and a guy's point of view on whether
or not 40 is the new 30.
“Our goal is to constantly add color to our
readers’ lives,” says travelgirl Editor-in-Chief
Stephanie Oswald. “We are thrilled to have Peter
Max’s help with that mission on the cover of
our latest issue. That's what travelgirl magazine
is always about. We are dedicated to helping every
woman find her oasis – on vacation or at home,
whether she's planning for herself, her girlfriends
or her family. We want to help the mother, the honeymooner,
the executive and the curious globetrotter make the
most of her travels.”
Created for women of all ages and lifestyles, travelgirl
is heavy on personal travel experiences and advice
for everyday living, with a dash of celebrity. The
national publication comes out six times a year, and
is written by globetrotting professional as well as
novice authors. The goal of travelgirl is to provide
resourceful tips and armchair escapes for improving
the overall quality of women's lives through travel.
Jane Seymour is one of many celebrated personalities
to be featured as a travelgirl covergirl. Other recent
covers have spotlighted Soledad O’Brien, Cher,
Carol Alt and Lauren Hutton. In June, travelgirl celebrated
its second anniversary. It can be found at Borders,
Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million and Amazon.com.
PETER MAX OPENS HIS NEW
WENTWORTH GALLERY EXHIBIT IN ATLANTA WITH travelgirl
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Artist to Appear for July/August Issue Unveiling in
VIP Reception June 24 from 6-9 p.m.
ATLANTA – The brushstrokes of vivid colors gracing
Travelgirl’s July 2005 cover are signature of
world-renowned artist Peter Max, and the artist will
help the magazine unveil the cover Friday, June 24,
in Atlanta during a VIP reception to precede Max’s
gallery exhibit opening at the Wentworth Gallery in
Phipps Plaza.
The artist (www.petermax.com)
will make a special appearance at the gallery’s
exhibit opening at Phipps, and also on June 25 at
the Wentworth Gallery at Perimeter Mall. At both exhibit
openings, artwork is available for acquisition, and
each of Max’s appearances is open to the public.
Max’s latest retrospective features more than
100 pieces of Max’s art, including original
paintings, drawings and limited-edition prints. The
subject matter of the work ranges from the well known
“Cosmic” images to his famous iconic paintings
such as the “Statue of Liberty” and “Flag
with Heart.”
Since the late 1960s, Peter Max’s work has
been an artistic symbol of American pop culture. His
images form a scrapbook illustrating 40 years of Americana.
Max’s imagination and vision can be found in
over 100 museums and galleries throughout the world
and on a variety of canvases, including the Berlin
Wall and a Boeing 777 jumbo jet, currently in use
by Continental Airlines. Max has painted portraits
of numerous world leaders, including the last six
U.S. Presidents, the Dalai Lama, and Mikhail Gorbachev.
He also has been designated Official Artist of numerous
international events, including six Grammy Award broadcasts,
three World’s Fairs, and six Super Bowls.
Wentworth Gallery Event
Info:
Friday, June 24th:
5 – 6 p.m.: Cover unveiling/reception
6 – 9 p.m.: Exhibit opening
Phipps Plaza
3500 Peachtree Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30326
Saturday, June 25th, 6
– 9 p.m.
Perimeter Mall
4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30346
770.913.0641 phone
404.233.0903 phone
Exhibit Info: At both the
Phipps Plaza and Perimeter Mall Wentworth Gallery
locations, the special Peter Max collections will
be on display through June 30, though both galleries
display select works year-round.
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travelgirl Magazine Offers 12 Tips
to Make you Security Savvy -December 2004 (top)
By Stephanie Oswald
For more than eight million people in the United
States, tis the season to head for the airport. Keeping
in mind the rules are constantly changing and there
are rampant inconsistencies from one airport to another,
travelgirl magazine offers the following guidelines
for a successful trip through holiday security screening.
- Be Patient. Remember, this is when non-frequent
flyers are out in full force. You may travel every
week for business, but for the family of six in
front of you, this could be the first flight of
the year.
- Be Tolerant. Pat-down procedures are not meant
to be personal invasions. Remember, you may ask
for a same-sex attendant to perform the pat-down
procedure if you are selected. Keep a positive attitude.
- Be Organized. Have your identification and boarding
pass in your hands. Many airports want you to show
them again right after you walk through the screening
area.
- Be Shoe Savvy. Wear rubber-soled, low-heeled shoes
that won’t set off the sensors. Uggs can be
worn through the screening area and many other designers
such as Stuart Weitzman and Kenneth Cole have created
shoes designed specifically with travelers in mind.
- Dress Down. Body piercings, hair accessories,
belt buckles and under wire bras can set off sensors,
so avoid wearing such items on travel days.
- Pack Smart. When in doubt, leave it out of your
carry-on. Cork Screws, manicure kits, etc. should
be put in checked luggage. Remember to review your
carry-on items before you zip up your checked bag.
- Review Gifts. Some food items are not security-friendly.
Examples: heavy fruitcakes will set off some sensors,
and any homemade alcohol that is stored in a non-professionally
sealed container will not be allowed through security.
Enjoy your treats before going to the airport!
- Be Ready. Remember, laptops need to come out of
their cases; hats and coats need to come off. Every
second counts in getting you to your destination
so approach the security area ready to fill the
bins with these items.
- Ski Gear Goes Cargo. Headed for the slopes? Like
most sports items, skis and poles must be checked.
You can carry-on your boots if you like.
- Know the Rules. Be aware of size and weight rules
for checked luggage. Sometimes two medium sized
bags are better than one huge one. Stuffing a large
suitcase could cost you in overweight fees at the
airport. Also, if an overstuffed bag is chosen for
random search, it may be difficult for officials
to close it back up the way you had it.
- Don’t Joke. Security is not a joking matter.
Any remarks about bombs or dangerous items will
not be tolerated and could get you into big trouble.
- Keep Your Cool. Nastiness won’t get you
anywhere, but niceness might. As they say, remember
the reason for the season.
travelgirl magazine was co-founded by former CNN
travel correspondent Stephanie Oswald. The January/February
issue features Cher, who shares tips for fighting
travel stress. “It
(travel) is like a muscle you develop,” says
the music diva.
PRESS RELEASE / PITCH LETTER
November 2004 (top)
Relieve Holiday Travel Stress With travelgirl
Packed planes, long security lines and jammed highways
are bad enough, but throw even a little bad weather
into the mix and holiday travel can quickly become
a nightmare. travelgirl magazine’s globetrotting
editor-in-chief Stephanie Oswald shares tips for how
you can keep your cool when travel stress heats up.
Stephanie encountered every imaginable travel problem
in her years of traveling the world for CNN. She’s
also an expert on bad weather travel — during
this fall’s hurricanes, she was sent to the
center of the storms to keep an online diary for The
Weather Channel. She’s a wonderful storyteller
and will give your audience valuable information for
making all their travels happy.
Contact Info: Wendy Guarisco at 404-354-6468 can
send you a review copy of the magazine and/or schedule
an interview with Stephanie or a member of the travelgirl
team. And please visit www.travelgirlinc.com
. About travelgirl: travelgirl is the first national
travel publication to debut since the tragic events
of September 11, 2001. Created by former CNN travel
correspondent Stephanie Oswald and travel company
CEO and president Renee Werbin, travelgirl is dedicated
to helping the mother, the honeymooner, the executive
or the curious globetrotter make the most of her travels.
The magazine’s goal is to provide advice for
improving the overall quality of women’s lives
through travel.
Happy Thanksgiving
from everyone at travelgirl!
February 3, 2004
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Jane Fonda to Appear on the Cover of travelgirl magazine
Who better than world-renowned actress, activist and
fitness superstar Jane Fonda to grace the cover of
the upcoming edition of travelgirl magazine—a
savvy, sexy and sophisticated guide to travel, leisure
and lifestyle?
Announcing recently that she will come out of retirement
to co-star opposite Jennifer Lopez in a new movie,
“Monster-in-Law,” Jane Fonda is not only
an accomplished actress, but also a political activist
and quintessential travelgirl. She globe-trots for
fun and relaxation as well as for causes she feels
passionate about.
Fonda speaks candidly with travelgirl publisher Renee
Werbin, about coping with airport security, traveling
with the kids and finding the female voice. She also
enlightens travelgirl readers about G-CAPP, the Georgia
Campaign for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention. G-CAPP
programs educate teens about responsible relationships.
And that’s what travelgirl magazine is all about:
helping women enrich their daily lives to the fullest
extent of their potential. In addition, this groundbreaking
publication assists readers in getting the most rewarding
experiences out of their business and leisure trips.
Every issue is filled with tips on maintaining health
and well-being; recipes for culinary delights; advice
on financial issues; perspective on global volunteer
opportunities and recounting exotic journeys and backyard
delights.
“Jane Fonda belongs on the cover of travelgirl
because she’s passionate, focused and determined
to make the world a better place for women. Her vision
of the world applauds the travelgirl spirit and we’re
privileged to have her represent us on the newsstand,”
says travelgirl Editor-in-Chief, Stephanie Oswald.
This fourth issue of travelgirl is the first for 2004,
due to be released nationwide in mid-February. Jane
Fonda is the second national figure to be featured
on the cover, following Kathleen Kennedy Townsend’s
appearance on the Winter 2003 issue.
travelgirl magazine is the first national travel publication
to debut since the tragic events of September 11,
2001. It was created by former CNN travel correspondent
Stephanie Oswald and travel company CEO and president
Renee Werbin. travelgirl is dedicated to helping the
mother, the honeymooner the executive and the curious
globe-trotter make the most of her travels. We focus
on real life stories covering a vast array of topics,
with professional as well as novice authors. The goal
of travelgirl is to provide tips for improving the
overall quality of women’s lives through travel.
travelgirl - Launch Press
Release (top)
A magazine for women on the go…and the men who
travel with them.
First national travel magazine to launch since 9/11
hits newsstands July 8.
travelgirl aims squarely at women ages 25-55 with
articles in the first issue examining when it’s
safe to travel while pregnant, offering guidelines
for planning an out of town bachelorette party and
a review of easy-to-pack candles to bring on the road
for aromatherapy-induced escape.
CNN's former Travel Now anchor and Emmy-winning producer
Stephanie Oswald serves as Editor-in-Chief and brings
with her a group of top notch journalists and experts,
among them: CNN’s former medical correspondent
Linda Ciampa, RN, who is travelgirl Health Editor;
former Newsweek and People magazine correspondent
Ana Figueroa, who serves as travelgirl’s Cruise
Editor; former “I Do… for Brides editor
Lissa Poirot, who takes on the role of Romance Editor,
and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Master Chef,
Rudi Sodamin, who will cook up a cuisine column every
issue.
Several other former CNN journalists who covered
travel for the news network also write for travelgirl,
including Crissy Poorman, travelgirl’s Food
& Hospitality Correspondent; and Kathy Kuczka,
travelgirl’s Arts & Spirituality Editor.
“There are many wonderful travel magazines
out there,” says Oswald, “but travelgirl
will fill a niche because it will be written with
women in mind. Women are the decision makers in the
world of travel and they deserve a magazine specifically
for them.”
Many topics serve both sexes: online auctions, financial
planning and romance on the road.
Another article in the first issue lists 10 ways
to enjoy the experience of travel with little or no
cost. For example: throw a dinner party with a vacation
theme.
“Cultivating the escape factor is crucial—not
only when it comes to the art of traveling, but also
in our every day lives,” says Oswald. “We’ll
make escape simple, whether it’s a spa treatment
at home or a three-week exotic adventure.”
The people behind travelgirl include President Michael
Morris who manages a large national Jewish philanthropy
as well as several for-profit businesses. He is the
son of Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus.
Morris joined the travelgirl team about two months
ago. "Since women make 75% of all travel decisions,
travelgirl gives the lady of the house everything
she needs to make plans for the family, adventure,
romance, solo travel and her travelguy,” says
Morris. travelgirl Publisher Renee Werbin is a 14
year veteran of the travel industry and owns SRI Travel
and Werbin LTI Tours, Ltd. in Atlanta. “It is
my dream to share my experiences with the public as
I have been doing for so many years with my clients,”
says Werbin.
The quarterly magazine will be available at Barnes
and Noble, Borders and other stores nationwide. The
cover price is $4.99.
Check out travelgirl at Reach us via publicist Wendy
Guarisco at 404-355-4205 or e-mail
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