LINCOLN, NEB., 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Applications for the 2013 Passport program are due by 5 p.m. Friday. Attractions, museums, water parks, galleries, bed and breakfasts, restaurants, wineries, parks and other tourism-related businesses are invited to apply. The Passport program encourages travelers to visit attractions across the state, collect stamps at participating stops and earn prizes…. Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: November 2012
Swissport Algeria wins ground handling licence for Oran International Airport
Zurich, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services, welcomes the announcement by the Etablissement de Gestion des Services Aéroportuaires d’Oran (EGSA Oran) Tender Commission to award Swissport Algeria with a 5-year ground handling licence for Oran International Airport Ahmed Ben Bella. The award of the licence follows a comprehensive and… Read the full press release
Palm Springs Selected as Host City for 2013 Amgen Tour of California
Palm Springs, Calif. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The City of Palm Springs has been selected as one of the Host Cities for the 2013 Amgen Tour of California, May 12-19, 2013, one of the most anticipated cycling events of the year. The race, which stretches from California’s Escondido to Santa Rosa, will enter Greater Palm… Read the full press release
Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off Seeks Chefs
SANTA CRUZ, CA – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Registration is now open for the Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off and Festival. The 32nd annual event returns to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on Saturday, February 23, 2013. Contestants registered by January 18, 2013 will receive 2 Unlimited Ride passes to the Boardwalk and 2 official event t-shirts…. Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS WILL RING IN THE NEW YEAR AND CELEBRATE IN STYLE
Entertainment Capital of the World Hosts Biggest Bash in the West with America’s Party 2013 Complete with Rockin’ Countdown, Champagne and Fireworks LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Las Vegas is the most electrifying destination to ring in 2013 with spectacular and stunning experiences throughout the Strip corridor and beyond. As world travelers converge on Las… Read the full press release
Le Cinq by Chef Eric Briffard of Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris Wins 12th Prix Spécial Pierre-Christian Taittinger
Award distinguishes excellence in photography Paris, France – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eric Briffard – Le Cinq, a new book by the chef at Four Seasons Hotel George V, has won the 12th Prix Spécial Pierre-Christian Taittinger at a ceremony held at the Lutetia Hotel on November 21, 2012. Christian Taittinger, Mayor of the XVIe arrondissement of Paris and Philippe… Read the full press release
SAS launches 13 new routes from Oslo Airport
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — SAS will launch several new routes from Oslo Airport in the summer of 2013. Palermo, Lisbon and Athens are among the new destinations. Eleven of the routes will only run during the summer months, while the Berlin and Budapest routes will run year-round. These two routes will start running on 31 March… Read the full press release
Not one, not two, but three awards for Jersey’s luxury hotels
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Luxury Jersey Hotels group is finishing the year on a high as its members celebrate three coveted industry and consumer awards, reinforcing Jersey’s position as a centre for excellence in hospitality. Grand Jersey’s Executive Head Chef Richard Allen was rewarded with a highly-acclaimed Hotel Catey ‘Chef of the Year’ award this… Read the full press release
Tourism Australia response to Qantas
Full story 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said the Tourism Australia Board is appointed and reports to the Federal Minister for Tourism. Mr McEvoy said Tourism Australia had a strong governance framework and the Tourism Australia Board will consider the matter of Qantas’ suspension of future activities later today. Mr McEvoy… Read the full press release
Gatwick Airport Limited – Report for the six months ended 30 September 2012
Gatwick Airport delivers a robust financial performance, driven by passenger growth and operational excellence despite the economic headwinds (Gatwick Airport Limited (“the Company”) is the owner and operator of Gatwick Airport (“Gatwick”)) 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gatwick Airport delivers a robust financial performance, driven by passenger growth and operational excellence despite the economic headwinds · Turnover… Read the full press release
LE MEURICE ACCUEILLE LE “PRIX DES PRIX” LITTERAIRES POUR LA DEUXIEME ANNEE CONSECUTIVE
Le Meurice accueille la deuxième édition du “Prix des Prix” littéraires, initié par Pierre Leroy, ancien membre du Médicis, le 13 décembre prochain 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dernière étape de la saison des prix littéraires, c’est le 13 décembre au soir que le jury du “Prix des Prix”, réuni à l’Hôtel Le Meurice à Paris, choisira… Read the full press release
Swissport agrees pan-Africa handling partnership with fastjet
Zurich, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services to the aviation sector, has signed an agreement with new African lowcost carrier fastjet under which it will provide ground services throughout the airline’s network. fastjet, Africa’s first pan-continental low-cost carrier (LCC), is set to launch operations later this month in Tanzania’s… Read the full press release
Go behind the scenes at Woodland Park Zoo with Real Close tours this winter
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Go behind the scenes at Woodland Park Zoo a 90-minute guided tour, including a visit to the back areas of eagles, Arctic foxes and the grizzly bears. Real Close tours are offered Fridays through Sundays, 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m., from November 23, 2012 through April 28, 2013 WHAT See what goes on behind the scenes at… Read the full press release
Exclusive 24 Carat Gold Facial Treatment at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Introducing a treatment that captures the spirit of Egypt’s ancient past whilst generously fostering present day tranquility Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza invites guests to enjoy a precious pampering experience by indulging in the ultimate Anti-Ageing Facial Gold Mask at its trendy Spa and Wellness Centre. One of the… Read the full press release
JAL and KFC Serve [AIR KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN] Onboard Select Flights to US and Europe
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TOKYO, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan (KFC) have collaborated on the 7th installment of the popular AIR SERIES in-flight meal onboard select international JAL flights, and will be serving onboard, [AIR KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN] from December 1, 2012 to February 28, 2013. During this period, customers traveling in Premium Economy… Read the full press release
Hilton Cardiff’s Top Talent Cook Up A Storm
CARDIFF, Wales – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. 29-year-old Eva Zdanska, who joined Hilton Cardiff 12 months ago, took third place in Hilton Worldwide’s European Culinary Challenge 2012, which was hotly contested… Read the full press release
Concur to Present at the Credit Suisse 2012 Annual Technology Conference
Redmond, Wash., 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), a leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions, today announced that management will be presenting at the Credit Suisse 2012 Annual Technology Conference on Wednesday, November 28th at 2:00 PM MT at The Phoenician Hotel in Scottsdale, AZ. The live webcast and replay of the presentation will be… Read the full press release
VISIT FLORIDA Selects Will Seccombe as New President & CEO
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – is proud to announce the selection of Will Seccombe as its new President and CEO. Seccombe, VISIT FLORIDA’s Chief Marketing Officer since 2008, has been serving as the Acting President and CEO since Chris Thompson’s departure to head… Read the full press release
Smithsonian National Zoo, SOLAR-POWERED SPEEDWELL FOUNDATION CONSERVATION CAROUSEL IS OPEN AT THE NATIONAL ZOO
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Speedwell Foundation Conservation Carousel— one of the only solar-powered carousels in the world — is now open at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. The carousel, made possible by the Speedwell Foundation, features hand-carved and hand-painted animals and has a net-zero impact on the Zoo’s energy consumption. One hundred and sixty-two solar panels… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS DECKS THE STRIP AND BEYOND WITH FESTIVE CREATIONS AND HOLIDAY CHEER
Enjoy Yuletide Flare as the World-Class Destination Transforms Itself into a Winter Wonderland LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The entertainment capital of the world will be even brighter this season as Las Vegas bedazzles and transforms itself into a winter wonderland for the holidays. The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino and The Palazzo Las Vegas welcome the second annual Winter… Read the full press release
Jersey, The 2012 Christmas Window Display Competition is launched
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the busy Christmas period, when the competition between retailers to attract the avid shopper is never more evident, there is nothing more important than the Christmas shop window. For the second year running, all St Helier retailers will be asked to dress to impress!! Window display competition From the 1st until… Read the full press release
KYOTO TRAIL Association “KYOTO TRAIL DIGEST” in English version
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — We “KYOTO TRAIL Association” manage and maintain 5 hiking courses in total with which the participants climb Kyoto mountains of rich history; Higashi-yama course, Eastern Kitayama course, Western Kitayama course, Nishiyama course, and Keihoku Course, with an aim to promote pleasant sightseeing walk and to keep and enhance the health of the… Read the full press release
Emergency Exercise at Abu Dhabi International Airport Today, Wednesday, 28th November 2012
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) will conduct a full scale emergency exercise at Abu Dhabi International Airport on 28 November 2012, in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations issued by the General Civil Aviation Authority, and in compliance with standards and recommendations as stipulated by the International Civil Aviation… Read the full press release
agoda.com presents its Gold Circle Awards celebrating hotel excellence
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has announced the 2012 recipients of its prestigious Gold Circle Awards, recognizing hotels that lead by example in the competitive hospitality industry. Launched in 2009, the awards are given to agoda.com partners who are committed to accommodating the… Read the full press release
Travel Packages and Special Offers Put Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Reach for Visitors to Virginia
Hotel offers, Segway tours and the ‘Spielberger’ bring movie buffs to see where LINCOLN was filmed RICHMOND, Va. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s “LINCOLN,” filmed 100 percent in Virginia, is already a hit at the box office. New travel packages, tours and special menu items are sure to make Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail a… Read the full press release
Make A Wish Fun Day At Hilton Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Abu Dhabi recently invited over 40 children from the Make A Wish Foundation UAE to the hotel for an afternoon filled with fun and games. The lively event took place in the Palm Garden and included interactive cooking classes with Hilton chefs, face painting, bouncy castle, magicians, arts… Read the full press release
Australia brings news of new products and developments to EIBTM
Key facts Tourism Australia and a delegation of leading Australian tourism operators are in Barcelona to attend EIBTM, the leading global event for meetings, incentives and business events. Australia continues to be a destination of choice for European business event planners. Key European markets are showing encouraging signs of growth despite the economic environment. Key… Read the full press release
Lodging Hospitality Covers Revinate
2012-11-28 – /travelprnews.com/ — Lodging Hospitality interviewed Revinate co-founder and CEO, Jay Ashton, and Sean Mullen, Noble House chief sales and marketing officer for a story about how social media and online reviews are changing the way staff bonuses are determined in the hospitality industry. With Revinate’s GS 2.0 reports, more and more management companies and brands are using Revinate… Read the full press release
Ring in the New Year at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Treat taste buds to an exquisite three or five course dinner at Culina, Modern Italian and enjoy the sweet sound of live music at Windows Lounge Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, U.S.A. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ring in the New Year at Culina, Modern Italian at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. The first seating, offered from… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines Signs Full Content Agreement with Travelport
Atlanta, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, and Alaska Airlines, ranked “Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Traditional Network Carriers” in the J.D. Power and Associates North America Airline Satisfaction StudySM for five consecutive years since 2008, today announce a new global full content agreement. The new multi-year deal will… Read the full press release