2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — As a member of the Boston community, with eight Marriott and Ritz-Carlton hotels in the immediate vicinity, we are saddened by the tragedy caused by the explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon in Massachusetts. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this terrible incident. At this time,… Read the full press release
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U.S. Travel Praises Senator Blunt for Legislation That Gives Federal Agencies Budget Flexibility, Helps Facilitate Travel Process
Washington, D.C., 2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today praised Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO) for introducing the “Essential Services Act of 2013,” which would give federal agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration, the Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection the flexibility to determine which employees are essential personnel as they manage sequester… Read the full press release
HYATT TEES OFF NEW SPONSORSHIP WITH FIVE PGA TOUR GOLFERS
Golf Packages Offered at Many Hyatt Resorts in the U.S. CHICAGO, 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels & Resorts announced today that five PGA Tour golfers, Luke Guthrie, Lee Williams, Jeff Klauk, Joey Snyder and Brandt Jobe, will represent Hyatt this season on the PGA Tour. These five golfers will participate in personal appearances at Hyatt corporate… Read the full press release
IATA announces the appointment of Warren Jones as Head of Cargo Network Service
Geneva, 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Warren Jones as Head of Cargo Network Service (CNS), effective 24 April 2013. Jones, a US national, was previously the Aviation Development Manager at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and has more than 15 years’ experience in aviation and cargo issues. He… Read the full press release
Brand New Lunch Menu at Café Boulud at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Café Boulud offers a lunch deal anyone can make time for. 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Café Boulud unveils its brand new lunch menu, designed to service diners, start-to-finish in an hour with a Ride and Dine promotion, allowing guests travelling from the downtown Toronto area to arrive in style with a free black car ride from Uber car service.* Café… Read the full press release
British Airways partners with world number three golfer, Justin Rose, to become his Official Global Airline Partner
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has signed an exclusive three-year partnership with world number three golfer, Britain’s Justin Rose, to become his Official Global Airline Partner. Justin will support the airline’s global marketing activity, including personal appearances, media and PR, internal engagement and supporting Flying Start – the airline’s charity partnership with Comic Relief. Justin’s… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila’s Tosca the Italian Grill stages a night of theatrical pleasures
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila’s Tosca the Italian Grill stages a night of theatrical pleasures on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Join us for an evening inspired by Giacomo Puccini’s dramatic opera “La Tosca”. In Puccini’s famous opera, Floria Tosca sings “Vissi d’arte, vissi d’amore” or living for art and love. You,… Read the full press release
WATA’s Nueva Vista and Anna Khachaturova awarded by the Prime Minister of Armenia
2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — WATA is proud to announce that Nueva Vista and Anna Khachaturova, Founder and Director of the company were awarded by the Prime Minister of Armenia as the best employer (headed by a woman) of Armenia. This is one of the most prestigious awards of the country and the winner is selected through a… Read the full press release
Staff at Leeds Bradford Airport join coffee road-show to raise funds for When You Wish Upon A Star
2013-04-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — A pop-up coffee shop is coming to town on 15th April and will be raising money for a very good cause. Throughout the day, staff at Leeds Bradford Airport will be selling Lavazza coffee, other hot drinks and cakes outside the airport’s terminal, as part of a campaign to raise over… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Invites Facebook Fans to Get “Dressed at Four Seasons.”
2013-04-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Get inspired by five top fashion blogs’ takes on a Santa Barbara beach getaway then enter to win one of your own plus USD 500 at Montecito boutique Dressed. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is giving fans an opportunity to win a two-night stay at the glamorous oceanfront retreat, along with… Read the full press release
Afternoon Tea time is no longer just for adults with this special children’s tea
Introducing the Georgetown Cupcake Kids Tea in The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Weekend Afternoon Tea is a popular weekly tradition in The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston. Guests select between Four Seasons Tea – served with traditional tea sandwiches and pastries – or the Royal Tea, which also includes a glass of Kir Royale. Now,… Read the full press release
Three Tour Operators To Earn Scholarships for the 2013 Adventure Travel World Summit
Seattle, WA, 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Providing financial support to early-stage adventure tourism enterprises is the purpose behind the Tour Operator Scholarships launched today by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and the legal office of Rome McGuigan, P.C., adventure travel legal specialists. Deserving scholarship winners for 2013 will gain access to the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s global network… Read the full press release
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Offers LGBT Travelers New Ways To Go Out As Pride Travel Season Begins
New ‘Stay Hilton. Go Out.’ Package Offers Value At More Than 460 Hotels In Top Gay Destinations Worldwide MCLEAN, Va., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — As cities from San Francisco and Toronto to London and Amsterdam prepare for the start of Pride season, Hilton Hotels & Resorts offers added value at more than 460 participating Hilton and Hilton Grand… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta and Jakarta RACE 2012 Partners Donate 500 Million Rupiah to Indonesian Cancer Foundation
Proceeds come from Jakarta RACE held in October 2012. 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta, together with PT. AIA FINANCIAL as main partner and PT Roche Indonesia, PT Cargill Indonesia and Aqua Danone as partners of Jakarta RACE 2012, handed IDR 500 million to the Yayasan Kanker Indonesia (Indonesian Cancer Foundation) as the result of the annual… Read the full press release
Loews Regency Hotel Announces Partnership with Renowned Hairstylist Julien Farel
Landmark Hotel Redefines Luxury Salon and Spa Experience New York, NY, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jonathan Tisch, Chairman of Loews Hotels & Resorts, today announced a partnership with renowned hairstylist Julien Farel to incorporate a state-of-the-art flagship salon at the renovated Loews Regency Hotel in New York City. Set to open fall 2013, the relocated Julien… Read the full press release
New World Hotels has launched the Residence Club floors with a dedicated new concept, design, name and signature amenities
New executive club lounge delivers enhanced benefits 2013-03-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — New World Hotels has launched the Residence Club floors with a dedicated new concept, design, name and signature amenities. Fittingly, Residence Club features a luxuriously comfortable environment reminiscent of a private home, with extensive benefits available exclusively for club floor and hotel suite guests. In… Read the full press release
Brandt Snedeker has been voted the February PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., 2013-03-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — PGA TOUR and Avis Car Rental announced today that Brandt Snedeker has been voted the February PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis. As the official rental car company of the PGA TOUR, Avis will make a $50,000 contribution to the Brandt and… Read the full press release
THE NORTHERN BELLE SPREADS A LITTLE MAGIC IN AID OF ‘WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR’ CHILDREN’S CHARITY
2013-03-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — In April 2013, the Northern Belle will contribute to making many deserving families’ dreams come true when it donates the entire train and services for a night to raise money for the ‘When You Wish Upon A Star’ children’s charity. The Northern Belle will depart from Manchester Victoria on 13th April taking… Read the full press release
Spring Awakening At Mandarin Oriental
Hong Kong, 2013-03-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spas at Mandarin Oriental are offering a detoxifying Spring Awakening body treatment for Spring. This is one of Mandarin Oriental’s Signature Therapies and relates to the Chinese element of wood, which is said to encourage a sense of renewal, vision and determination. This 80 minute treatment consists of a full… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Miami Celebrates Triple Five Stars With New Celebratory Package
Hong Kong, 2013-03-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — In commemoration of the Forbes triple Five-Star award recognizing the hotel, Azul restaurant and The Spa, Mandarin Oriental, Miami is offering the Miami Stars Celebration travel package for guests to experience all three Five-Star categories during a memorable getaway. The 326-room hotel is one of only six properties in the United States and the… Read the full press release
MGTO hosts spring banquets in Taiwan for exchange and promotion
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) holds spring banquets today and tomorrow in Taiwan for Macau tourism promotion and exchange with local travel trade. MGTO hosts the local trade and media representatives for spring banquets in Taipei and Taichung on February 14 and 15 consecutively. Exchange and networking are enhanced during the banquets,… Read the full press release
Canada puts on the razzle-dazzle at Indian travel shows
CTC and partners show our country in all its glory at Focus Canada-India and Outbound Travel Mart in Jaipur, New Delhi and Mumbai. 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Never underestimate the value of a trade show. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) and industry partners have just spent three weeks in India putting Canada in the hearts and minds of the travel… Read the full press release
San Antonio Offers Major League Baseball During Sports Lovers Weekend, March 28-31
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a jam-packed weekend in San Antonio, Thursday, March 29 through Sunday, March 31. With Major League Baseball, NBA basketball, AHL hockey and NCAA championships, there is something for everyone. Texas Rangers fans no longer have to travel to Phoenix to get in on the pre-season action. March 29-30,… Read the full press release
Spring Break Survey Finds Family Vacations Create Lasting Memories
Adults say their most vivid childhood recollections are of family vacations; Children report enjoying vacation time with parents and grandparents Washington, D.C., 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Parents that haven’t yet made spring break plans should consider taking off work to travel as a family. Some of life’s most cherished memories are formed on family vacations, according to… Read the full press release
Enjoy The New And Tasty Menu Throughout Springtime At Hilton Hotels & Resorts Properties In Beirut
BEIRUT, Lebanon, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Always leading the way with new and innovative activities, Hilton Beirut Habtoor Grand and Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace have unveiled their latest extensive and varied new food & beverage offerings designed to tempt the most discerning diners and sure to please the gourmand in anyone. Included in the line-up of tastebud temptations: The ultimate… Read the full press release
Best Jobs in the World competition begins to work its magic
2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia today confirmed that it has already received more a quarter of a million ‘job applications’ since unveiling its ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition just one week ago. A total of 275,000 expressions of interest have been submitted by 150,000 individuals from 196 countries in the seven days since the… Read the full press release
Introducing Bar Bite Nights in The Bristol Lounge Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
The perfect kick-off to the evening: complimentary nibbles from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — This April, The Bristol Lounge Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Boston is giving Bostonians and guests a reason to smile – Bar Bite Nights: complimentary bar snacks between 4:00 and 6:00 pm every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday night starting on April 1,… Read the full press release
Not Your Father’s Wine Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
Progressive wine-pairing experience with Tuscany’s Marchesi Antinori and Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Col Solare. 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In a departure from traditional wine dinners, ART Restaurant’s manager Jorge Castillo and Chef Jelle Vandenbrouke have prepared a progressive-style dinner on Friday, March 29, 2013 with winemaker Marcus Notaro of Col Solare Winery. Instead of the typical sit-down dinner and wine-pairing menu,… Read the full press release
Spend Precious Moments with Loved Ones at Raffles Praslin Seychelles this Easter Holiday
Culinary treats, children’s activities, Easter chocolate scrub at Raffles Spa Complimentary nights in paradise 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — For a memorable Easter getaway, the luxury beach resort Raffles Praslin Seychelles presents activities for the whole family and an attractive offer with complimentary night(s). Amidst stunning surroundings with pristine beaches, sparkling ocean waters and dramatic rock formations,… Read the full press release
A LEGEND TURNS 100 AGAIN! THE TAJ GROUP LAUNCHES ITS 100TH HOTEL IN INDIA
Gurgaon, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Taj Group, India’s largest hospitality group, today announced the launch of its 100th hotel in India with Vivanta by Taj, in the Millennium City of Gurgaon. The Group has 117 hotels globally. This takes the overall portfolio of Vivanta by Taj – Hotels & Resorts to 26 hotels. Keeping in… Read the full press release