Armchair Travel Was Never This Real: Virtual Tours of India Let You Take a Peek Before You Plunge

Armchair Travel Was Never This Real: Virtual Tours of India Let You Take a Peek Before You Plunge

ATLANTA, Dec. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- You spent a month planning a perfect trip to an exotic faraway destination, shelling out thousands of dollars and not to mention tying up precious vacation time. You wish that just this once you could sample what lies ahead before you take the plunge.

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The people at Travel CDZ, Inc. had just that in mind when they decided to link exotic destinations with the world of digital technology. "Travels to Northern India: Jaipur" and "Travels to Northern India: Agra" are interactive multimedia CD-ROMs that work on Windows and Apple systems. See www.travelcdz.com .

Packed with almost 20 minutes of high quality video and over 175 digital photographs, each CD-ROM takes you into the heart of the featured city's palaces and attractions and makes you feel as if you were there. Descriptive text including Historical References, Travel and Shopping Tips makes these titles a great buy for armchair as well as experienced travelers.

"As technology continues to shrink the distances and the world becomes even smaller, it is extremely important for everyone to appreciate and learn about other cultures. Only with greater understanding of the history and evolution of different cultures will we find ways to peacefully coexist," says Raveesh Asnani, the CEO of Travel CDZ, Inc.

The monuments in the CD-ROMs are brought to life by in-depth video footage and an innovative presentation style. The user-friendly menus, region-specific background music and earth tone colors further intensify the emotional experience.

"It is a fantastic CD-ROM adventure that is a must if planning to visit (or learn more) about the region," says Jeffrey Bowen, editor of USA BOOK NEWS, which awarded the "Travels to Northern India: Jaipur" CD-ROM "Best Book 2004" Award in the Multicultural Category and adjudged the title "Travels to Northern India: Agra" as runner-up finalist in the Travel Guide category.

"Our mission is to develop quality multimedia products that are entertaining and educational, while promoting cultural awareness and worldwide travel. These CD-ROMs invoke the aura of the old kingdoms and a desire to see the world," adds Mr. Asnani.

The titles have also received rave reviews and the highest rating of 5- stars by the readers at Amazon.com, where it can be purchased. They are also available at BN.com, Walmart.com and Target.com ($13.95 each).

Travel CDZ, Inc. is a developer, marketer and worldwide distributor of travel related multimedia products. The company will release "Travels to Northern India: New Delhi" and a 3 CD-ROM set titled "Travels to Northern India: Agra, Jaipur & New Delhi - The Golden Triangle" in January, and several more titles covering India, China, Russia and Southeast Asia during the year.

Available Topic Expert(s): For information on the listed expert(s), click appropriate link. Raveesh Asnani http://www.profnet.com/ud_public.jsp?userid=503208

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Source: Travel CDZ, Inc.

CONTACT: Diana Prieto of Travel CDZ, Inc., +1-678-358-4309, or
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Web site: http://www.travelcdz.com/


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