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Nick Kontis started out as a world traveler at an early age traveling back and forth between California to Greece every summer. But it was a back packing trip around the world at age 24 that proved to be a life changing experience. After traveling by car, train, , plane, bike and, boat around the world, it would be this trip of a lifetime that would lead to a life as a travel entrepreneur and world traveler. Nick has been on both radio and television. Featured on Arthur Frommer's television show, and referred by Lonely Planet writers. Frequently mentioned as the "father of around the world airfares" Arthur Frommer once said, "If Jules Verne were alive today he would use Nick to go around the world in 80 days." Nick and his various travel companies have sent over 10,000 people taking their dream trip through airfare discounts of as much as 50% off the airlines published fares. Now Nick promotes travel through his World Travel List and 'Trip Rambler' by World Travel List.


Founder of the discount around the world ticket market in the United States. Responsible for over 10,000 people taking their dream trip around the world. Many travel writers would say that i helped them jump start a life of travel.

Founder of the social media and marketing based travel site and group, World Travel List and Trip Ramber by World Travel List.

WorldTravelList is a company designed to empower destination vendors and service providers by forming partnerships, maximizing advertising dollars vis a vis Search Engine Optimization, Classified Listings, Banner Ads, Press Releases, Radio and Television Sponsorship, Global Presence at Travel, Destination, and Specialty Theme Exhibitions taking full advantage of global markets available to them. WorldTravelList also sets out to demystify travel by making travel more economically accessible as well as providing a wealth of resources and information for the traveler.
On which destinations & travel topics can you advise members especially well?
business / first class discounts Around the world airfares, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Puerto Vallarta, Greece
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All
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I have traveled to over 75 countries. I founded the backpackers around the world travel market back in the 80s

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Nick’s Picks: Three San Francisco Street Fairs Not to Miss in the Month of June

Posted on May 25, 2012 at 10:01am 0 Comments

Being a native San Franciscan makes me somewhat of an expert on the events, the people, and the pulse of one of the most traveled cities on the planet. In the month of June, in the “City By The Bay,” marks the beginning of what I call “Street Fair Season.” Almost every week in June in San Francisco neighborhoods celebrate the arrival of summer with blocked off streets, arts and crafts, and just about every imaginable type of  succulent street food. Get your groove on at these “San Fran”…

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Riding The Whiskey Trail in Scotland's Speyside at the Macallan Distillery

Posted on May 22, 2012 at 9:34am 0 Comments

Growing up and living in the cultural mecca of  San Francisco, and having a wife who makes palatable, refined wine as a hobby. I'm drawn to the travel destination that also produce a delectable spirit.

In early November I embarked on the one hour Easy Jet flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh to make my first visit to Scotland, and finally live the dream of my first sojourn to the Whiskey Trail, and taste the amber "nectar of the God's," in its native land, the…

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Hiking Kakadu - Discovering Aboriginal Art, Crocs, Waterfalls and more in Kakadu National Park

Posted on May 20, 2012 at 2:30am 0 Comments

Often perceived as a remote holiday destination, World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park is surprisingly only three hours drive from Darwin. Kakadu is the largest national park in Australia and contains one of the highest concentrated areas of Aboriginal rock art sites in the world, some dating back 50,000 years; the most famous examples at Nourlangie Rock and Ubirr.

Whether you take a guided tour or self drive out to Kakadu, all key visiting spots are manned with local tour guides…

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Nick's Picks: Marieta Islands Off Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit

Posted on May 18, 2012 at 9:08am 0 Comments

 

While on your trip to Puerto Vallarta. One must visit is the two hour boat ride to the Marietas. The Marietas are a bird sanctuary that you will not want to miss. Crystal clear waters make these uninhabited, protected islands a snorkelers and scuba divers paradise. Come and dive in this incredible untouched ecological conservatory. If you love…

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At 12:50am on December 23, 2011, Steven Jones said…

Hi Nick,

Thanks for connecting man

I currently manage my own site

http://www.flightandroom.com

You will love to see it.

Regards

Steven

At 5:31am on September 22, 2011, Jim DeLillo said…
Thanks for the friend invite. Great to see you on Tripatini. I love the Cadillac Mountain piece. Awesome photo!
At 3:20pm on August 26, 2011, Chullachaqui Lodge said…
I will Nick!  Thanks.
At 3:18pm on August 26, 2011, Chullachaqui Lodge said…

Please do come visit.  Chullachaqui Lodge is about 97 kilometers up the Amazon River.  It is a very beautiful area and filled with flora and fauana.  I am completely smitten with the Amazon River and Rainforest.  I hope you can visit some day.

 

Debbie

At 8:22pm on July 14, 2011, Morocco Travel Tours Of Peace said…

Warm Greetings From Morocco Sahara Desert,

 

When you have the time, you may want to check our website at  www.toursofpeace.com

We always offer customized tours based on the tastes and requirements of our clients with the best price quotations.

Don’t hesitate to contact us If you ever have any questions

Best Regards

Youssef Karaoui

At 9:27pm on January 23, 2011, aung said…

Hello,

All my dear friend

Let"s  me introduce myself , My name is kotar.
I'm a owner of Kotar Travel & Tour Company.I just want to invite all of visitors who want to visit to Myanmar . This is my kotar travel agency website, http://kotartravel.com/

Regards,
kotar
At 7:42pm on November 19, 2010, The Heritage Safari Company said…
Hi Nicholas - Thanks for the link to Worldtravellist.
At 3:25pm on November 19, 2010, Adventures Within Reach said…
Thanks for friending us! Let me know if you have any questions about our trips and what we offer.
At 12:59am on November 19, 2010, Corne Schalkwyk said…
Hi Nicolas thanks for the comment and advice will check out the site. Stay in touch!
At 11:10am on November 1, 2010, Chase Buckner said…
Hi Nicholas! Sounds interesting. Please let us know when it's up and running.
 
 
 

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