Enjoy Cool Phoenix Weather with Special Winter Package PHOENIX, Ariz. – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — While snow storms and blizzards blow through much of the United States, Pointe Hilton Resorts guests will see sunnier weather and enjoy luxury pool time. To celebrate the warm winter weather, Pointe Hilton Resorts in Phoenix, Ariz. are offering a special… Read the full press release
A sensual evening of pure relaxation and romance after hours with Night Spa or two full days of passion with Ignite the Spark package Washington, DC, U.S.A. – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This fall couples are invited to step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and rediscover each other at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC…. Read the full press release
Agreement includes first Home2 Suites by Hilton outside of the U.S. and two DoubleTree by Hilton hotels in Edmonton and Regina MCLEAN, Va. and EDMONTON, AB – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide has signed an agreement with SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts to build one new hotel and rebrand two additional hotels, including the first Home2 Suites… Read the full press release
Special tasting flight allows novices and connoisseurs alike to sample Mexico’s finest México, D.F., Mexico – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the widest variety of 100 percent agave tequilas and mezcals in Mexico City, there’s no better place than El Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Mexico DF. Tequila is the Mexican drink par excellence. Brands such as Gran Patrón Platinum, Dobel Diamante,… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — ABTA is aware of reports that coach operator Bowen Travel Group has applied to go into administration. Bowen Travel is a part of independent travel agents group Hays Travel, and a member of ABTA and the Confederation of Passenger Transport (with whom it is fully bonded). The company sells holidays on behalf… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — 30 Rock’s Kristen Schaal brought the house down along with an All-Star Roster of Comedians at the Marina del Rey Marriott. Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the signature brand of Marriott International, and WIRED, hosted An Evening with Funny Or Die earlier tonight at Marina del Rey Marriott. Funny Or Die curated a… Read the full press release
Also featuring Maître Chocolatier Jean-Marc Bernelin from Barry Callebaut at The Bar & Alfresco Singapore – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the momentum for Christmas and the New Year builds up, young and old alike will revel in an array of lavish spreads and festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Beginning November 1, 2012, festive hampers laden with… Read the full press release
Step into Christmas with a Festive Afternoon Tea at London Hilton on Park Lane LONDON – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — London Hilton on Park Lane has launched its festive afternoon tea with a sleigh-load of seasonal chocolate treats. The ultimate seasonal indulgence, the Christmas afternoon tea comes served on a solid chocolate plate and includes gift-shaped chocolate… Read the full press release
Ensures Real Reviews from Real Guests LONDON, 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) one of the world’s largest hotel companies, today announced the global launch of Guest Reviews and Ratings for each of its seven existing hotel brand websites, giving online customers the convenience of reading authentic customer feedback while booking their stays. By… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swiss International Air Lines will be making further adjustments to its network and services in response to demand in its Winter 2012/13 schedules, which come into effect on Sunday 28 October. While certain destinations will see the usual seasonal reductions in frequencies, further flights will be added to the Zurich-Miami route. SWISS… Read the full press release
Airport opens indoor park to help passengers relax and unwind 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new study has revealed Brits take a third of their annual holiday allowance – around eight days a year – to relax into their holiday, while more than one in ten (11 per cent) are never able to fully switch off… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute reproductive biologist Dr. Janine Brown has been named this year’s winner of the Morris Animal Foundation’s Innovation in Veterinary Medicine Award. The tribute celebrates Brown’s expansive career in developing pioneering reproductive techniques for wildlife—a body of research that has resulted in better management of animals under human care… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rendezvous Hospitality Group (RHG) has been honoured with two awards for its newly designed website, recognising the highest standards in website design and development. The hotel group has been acknowledged with a Standard of Excellence award in the 2012 WebAwards and a Best in Class award at the Interactive Media Awards (IMA)…. Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle will establish a new base of operations at London’s Gatwick Airport in spring 2013. It will also establish a new base of operations at Alicante, Spain. Norwegian will offer flights to several Mediterranean destinations and the Nordic region from London. The new base in England will also enable Norwegian… Read the full press release
New properties will double brand portfolio by the end of the year ORLANDO, FLA. – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), a global hotel organization, announced today from their 2012 Americas Investors & Leadership Conference in Orlando, Fla., that by the end of the year Holiday Inn Club Vacations will have more than doubled its… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This winter Lufthansa is introducing hourly flights on three of its domestic German routes: from Frankfurt to Hamburg, Munich and Berlin. For example, on weekdays between 6.00 and 20.00 hrs, flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt will depart every hour on the hour (e.g. at 10.00 hrs, 11.00 hrs, 12.00 hrs. etc.). In… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to the joint European EVM payment card change, parking payments in the terminals’ yellow payment machines are only possible in cash or with a chip car The new policy will take effect on 28 October 2012. In addition to the machines, parking payments are possible at Finavia’s information and parking point,… Read the full press release
It’s a soldier’s life for visitors to this National Historic Site in Nova Scotia that is seeking more ways to attract international visitors 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Atten-shun! Quiet at the back of the ranks there! The ways of the redcoats still live on at the Halifax Citadel, NS. This National Historic Site of Canada gets… Read the full press release
Number of People Booking Foreign Holidays on the High St up 10% in Three Years 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The ABTA 2012 Consumer Travel Trends Survey has found that in the last three years there has been a 10% increase in people booking an overseas holiday through their high street travel agent, with 27% of people… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Turner prize nominated artist Tracey Emin has created an exclusive collection of monoprints inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, exclusively for British Airways customers to enjoy in its Galleries lounge in Heathrow Terminal 5. Rendered in her trademark style, the monoprints feature birds in a series of images, which… Read the full press release
SWISS has announced some important changes within its Commercial Division in both personnel and organizational terms. Markus Binkert, who is currently Head of Marketing, will succeed the long-serving Rudolf Schumacher as Head of Sales & Marketing Switzerland. The present Sales & Marketing Europe and Sales & Marketing Intercontinental departments will be merged under the leadership… Read the full press release
This November, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites Chicagoans and visitors to the city to celebrate the launch of the holiday season with an array of family-friendly activities CHICAGO – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This November, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites Chicagoans and visitors to the city to celebrate the launch of the holiday season… Read the full press release
TAJ Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives #2 in the World, #1 in Asia The Pierre, A Taj Hotel #12 in New York City Taj Lake Palace, Rambagh Palace, Taj Palaces Delhi and Taj Mahal Palace are Top 10 in India MUMBAI, 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces has once again scored top honors… Read the full press release
Commitment by IHG and owners drives multi-brand expansion and renovations ATLANTA – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading, global hotel companies, today announced renovation plans for upscale and resort properties in key Caribbean markets, alongside recent additions to the region’s existing hotels. Owner and franchisee community continues to demonstrate confidence… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian (NAS) today reported a pre-tax profit of almost 900 million NOK. This is the company’s best ever result, an improvement of 187 million NOK from previous year. New aircraft have saved the airline 28 million NOK in fuel costs compared to the third quarter in 2011. However, these savings are offset… Read the full press release
Port-of-Spain, 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to the onset of Tropical Storm Sandy in the Jamaica and Nassau area, Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) passengers booked and ticketed to travel during the period October 23, 2012 to October 27, 2012, will be permitted to make changes to their reservations without penalty subject to the following conditions: Passengers must… Read the full press release
HEATHROW. The annual Heathrow Primary School Challenge is underway in the Boroughs surrounding the airport; Ealing, Hounslow, Hillingdon, Slough and Spelthorne. 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The challenge, funded and run by Heathrow in partnership with the National Schools Partnership, is aimed at students aged 10/11 and is looking to bring out the creativity in the students… Read the full press release
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Waikoloa Village counts down to the new year with friends, family and the best food and entertainment on The Big Island for the exclusive New Hawaii 2013 New Year’s Eve Party from 7 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. on Dec. 31, 2012. Featuring entertainment from the Johnny Shot Band,… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines celebrates another milestone today as it marks the fifth anniversary of Airbus A380 services. SIA has operated the world’s largest commercial aircraft since 25 October 2007, when the first A380 was flown from Singapore to Sydney on a special charity flight. SIA now operates 19 A380s to 10 destinations around… Read the full press release
Get to know Guangzhou’s centre of art, culture, business and shopping in the heart of the city Guangzhou, China – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the most exciting location in the city, Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou is part of Pearl River New City, a large-scale business and cultural district, right at the river’s edge. Built around Flower City Square,… Read the full press release