Streaming Television Enters Travel Arena With Launch of TripSmarter.com

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		Streaming Television Enters Travel Arena With Launch of TripSmarter.com

		After more than two years of development, TripSmarter.com now delivers live local visitor information television to travelers before they ever leave the comfort of their homes. Through the use of multimedia such as local streaming television, audio and video on demand, live cameras and photo galleries, travelers can now "watch where they're going," and be better prepared to enjoy their trip.

TripSmarter homepage

"TripSmarter.com offers a unique alternative to other travel sites by providing extremely deep content for top travel destinations including Key West, New Orleans, Myrtle Beach, Atlanta, Destin and Panama City Beach."

-- Will Barnes
Tourist Network Interactive and Tripsmarter.com co-founder

TripSmarter.com offers a unique alternative to other travel sites by providing extremely deep content for top travel destinations including Key West, New Orleans, Myrtle Beach, Atlanta, Destin and Panama City Beach. "Our strength isn't only in our streaming live cams, huge video and image libraries, or live streaming broadcast television stations," said Will Barnes, Tourist Network Interactive and Tripsmarter.com co-founder. "It lies in our deep ties with the local markets as well as the many interactive features that provide the traveler with a tremendous amount of insight into where to go and what to do."

The Tourist Network has spent over 12 years researching, writing and producing entertaining and informative video pieces in the tripsmarter.com markets. This vast archive is now available at TripSmarter.com, through video on demand and streaming live television.

TripSmarter.com provides travelers with relevant information that is crucial when planning the perfect vacation or business trip. Virtually every aspect of the trip is simplified with the use of listings and video clips covering everything from accommodations and restaurants to shopping and attractions. Extensive local history and background information is provided in addition to special event calendars. Visitors can now "look before they leave," as well as benefit from the experiences of their peers via direct input from video and photo submissions, polls, restaurant reviews and forums.

TripSmarter.com puts the user first in the conception, design and evolution of the site by providing information in the form of advanced multimedia technologies along with lean, bulleted lists of
straightforward information. "We are offering plenty of rich multimedia information here," said Barnes. "However, a broadband connection is not necessary to enjoy the site."

"We are a pioneer in providing this information with the Tourist Network Visitor Information Broadcast Television Stations, and now that TripSmarter.com has evolved, that reach has extended world-wide through the web," said Toni Davis, Tourist Network founder and CEO. "From the beginning we've been about helping visitors make the most of their trips. Business or pleasure-for a day or a month, all visitors have the same basic needs-shelter, transportation, food and local information. Of course, being human, and, for the most part, being FUN SEEKERS, they enjoy the entertainment value of the site, as well! It's NOT just a boring reference library, it is a truly interactive and clever presentation!"

For further information visit the site or send Email to Will Barnes at will@tripsmarter.com or Toni Davis at toni@tripsmarter.com.

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