John O’Sullivan appointed new managing director at Tourism Australia

Sydney, Australia, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — John O’Sullivan appointed new managing director at Tourism Australia Key quotes “We’re delighted to have found someone of the calibre and vision of John, who comes to Tourism Australia with a strong reputation for leading and developing high performing organisationsGeoff Dixon, Tourism AustraliaAustralian tourism is growing, is well respected and more… Read the full press release

Five Steigenberger hotels won “HolidayCheck Top Hotel 2014” award run by German-language online review site HolidayCheck

Frankfurt am Main, Germany,  2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts impress their guests. No fewer than five Steigenberger Hotel Group establishments are celebrating the achievement of winning a “HolidayCheck Top Hotel 2014” award. HolidayCheck, the largest German-language online review site of its kind, has picked out the best 389 hotels from almost a million ratings… Read the full press release

Four Steigenberger Hotels emerged as winners of TripAdvisor’s “Travellers‘ Choice Award 2014”

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guest satisfaction is given the highest level of priority at  Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts – a policy which is very much paying off. Four Steigenberger Hotels have emerged as winners of the “Travellers‘ Choice Award 2014”. Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Luxury Germany Top Hotels Germany Steigenberger Grandhotel Brussels Luxury… Read the full press release

Moritz Klein appointed new director at Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — There is to be a change at the helm of the Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof. As of 1 February 2014, new Director Moritz Klein will assume overall responsibility for the First Class Hotel that has 261 rooms and 42 suites. With the appointment of 46-year old Moritz Klein, the Steigenberger… Read the full press release

5-star resort Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives invites guests to experience Valentine’s Day the tropical way

Maldives, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coco Collection will celebrate this Valentine’s Day the uniquely Coco way, by offering their guests the opportunity to experience romance the tropical way – from special couple’s spa packages, over private dinners to exceptional cruise trips, guests will be able to surprise their loved ones with truly exceptional Valentine’s Day events. At… Read the full press release

Russian guest at Anantara Kihavah Villas Maldives donated for health and educational infrastructure of the village

Maldives, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to the unexpected generosity of a Russian guest at Anantara Kihavah Villas, the inhabitants of the Kudarikilu island will receive a five thousand US dollar cash injection in the health and educational infrastructure of the village. The contribution details are currently being discussed between the resort authorities and island committee. With… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago announced the headliners for the 31st Annual Chicago Blues Festival set for June 13 -15 in Grant Park

FREE admission festival celebrates “Blues by the Lake” June 13-15 in Grant Park Chicago, IL, US, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is pleased to announce the headliners for the 31st Annual Chicago Blues Festival set for June 13 through June 15 in Grant Park. A weekend of “Blues by the Lake” begins at the Petrillo… Read the full press release

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to participate in One Million Actions for Planet Earth

Powell, OH, US, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will be participating in One Million Actions for Planet Earth, a program that inspires people to share their green and sustainable activity on the myActions social platform. A collaboration with Arctic Action Teams (AAT), this program hopes that combined efforts from around the world will… Read the full press release

VisitEngland and Equality and Human Rights Commission announced new guide for tourism businesses on welcoming customers with assistance dogs

London, UK, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland and the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) have produced a new guide for tourism businesses on welcoming customers with assistance dogs. Take the lead highlights the important role performed by assistance dogs, it outlines the legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010, and how tourism businesses can boost business… Read the full press release

Jersey announced all four of the island’s Michelin-starred restaurants partner to offer special fine dining break

Jersey, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — With an increasing reputation as a top destination for excellent food, Jersey can now offer visitors the opportunity to experience all four of the island’s Michelin-starred restaurants in one very special fine dining break. The Jersey Michelin Star Experience package combines a luxury stay at a choice of hotels with a chance… Read the full press release