New Hotel Conveniently Located Between New York City and Philadelphia ATLANTA – 2013-01-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] one of the world’s leading global hotel companies, announces the recent opening of the new Holiday Inn Express Princeton Southeast, formerly part of the Wyndham Princeton, is conveniently located minutes from downtown… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Marketing
Your Vermont Tourism Team Road-Show
Organized by The Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing 2013-01-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vermont Tourism Bounces Back: Hear the latest research on where travelers are going in-state and what they are spending with comprehensive comparisons of 2011 and 2009 visitors analysis. Maximize, Partner, Promote: Vermont Tourism and Marketing staff will highlight opportunities in their areas of expertise, ranging from… Read the full press release
Marriott Recognizes Leading Select-Service and Extended-Stay Owners and Franchisees
2013-01-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eight companies recognized with Marriott’s most prestigious award, the Partnership Circle; Five companies honored with the Horizon Award. Partnership Circle Award Winners. Pictured: back row, L to R: Jonathan Bogatay, The North Central Group; David Lenz, The North Central Group; David Cocco, Kratsa Properties; Bill Kratsa, Kratsa Properties; Aimee Fyke, Tharaldson Hospitality… Read the full press release
Frontier Airlines Upgrades Website
FlyFrontier.com has a new look DENVER, 2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced the launch of an updated, more customer-friendly homepage. “Customers will see fare deals and specials front and center when they visit FlyFrontier.com,” said Daniel Shurz, Frontier’s senior vice president, commercial. “The booking tool is now easier to use and customers will get… Read the full press release
Roaring Good Times Ahead at TRIO and Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Theatre-goers enjoy themed Lion King menus and a VIP ticket giveaway Austin, U.S.A. – 2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — As DISNEY’s The Lion King roars into Austin’s Bass Concert Hall from January 16-February 10, 2013, TRIO at Four Seasons Hotel Austin is making it easy for locals and guests alike to feel like a king (or queen) for the day. From themed children’s menus… Read the full press release
India, Tourism Minister Calls for Strengthening of Ties with Vietnam
2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Union Tourism Minister Shri K Chiranjeevi has said that Vietnam is a pillar of India’s Look East Policy and India gives high priority to strengthening our engagement with Vietnam both bilaterally and within the framework of ASEAN. Addressing a seminar on Trade and Investment organized by the Embassy of India in Hanoi… Read the full press release
Warwick Ibah receives 3rd consecutive Gold medal and the prestigious Emerald medal accreditation at 2012 Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards
2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tri Hita Karana concept is a set of principles guiding operating practices in the hotel & tourism community in Bali. Three times a year representatives from the THK authority visit to assess hotels performance against the principles. In the case of environment, they will assess everything from laundry chemicals being bio-degradable… Read the full press release
Holiday Inn Express® Pittsburgh East – Munhall Opens in the Heart of Exclusive Waterfront Shopping District
New Hotel Just Seven Miles from Downtown Pittsburgh ATLANTA – 2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] one of the world’s leading global hotel companies, announces the recent opening of the new Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh East – Munhall, conveniently located near the banks of Monongahela River and the area’s upscale… Read the full press release
2013 Film Festivals in Palm Springs
Palm Springs, Calif. – 2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — In 2013, Palm Springs will host six film festivals including the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Native FilmFest, American Documentary Film Festival, Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival, Palm Springs International ShortFest and Cinema Diverse. “The City of Palm Springs is celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2013 and special… Read the full press release
Budapest Airport launches free Wi-Fi for passengers
2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport has provided a wireless internet connection for passengers in all departing passenger circulation areas. From now on, access to the internet is available free of charge on the departure levels of Terminals 2A and 2B and in the SkyCourt. This is another important development focusing on passengers’ needs, since nearly… Read the full press release
Marriott Rewards MegaBonus Returns with Free Nights
2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Rewards is bringing back its popular MegaBonus promotion for the new year. Whether it’s a romantic city getaway, a family vacation or any of a million other reasons, members can earn up to three free nights for stays at Marriott International hotels worldwide. Members earn a free night for every two… Read the full press release
CTC introduces Business Events Canada
Meetings, conventions and incentive travel sector gets a new name and new focus for 2013. 2013-01-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) means business. The meetings, conventions and incentive travel (MC&IT) unit is getting a fresh focus and a new name to take it forward: Business Events Canada (BEC). The change reflects the continuing… Read the full press release
Blanche van Berckel to head the Steigenberger Grandhotel in Brussels
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steigenberger will be represented in the Belgian capital of Brussels from 1 January 2013 in the form of the Steigenberger Grandhotel in Brussels to be managed by Blanche van Berckel in her new capacity of Director. The hotel will offer 269 rooms and enjoy an A1 location on Avenue Louise in the direct… Read the full press release
Bienvenidos: Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires Introduces Elena Restaurant and Pony Line Bar
Hotel’s USD 40 million renovation includes two fabulous new places to drink and dine in the heart of La Recoleta Buenos Aires, Argentina – 2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Welcome to the Argentine capital’s newest hot spots for dining, drinking and socializing: Elena, a stunning two story courtyard restaurant; and Pony Line, a club-like bar inspired by… Read the full press release
Steigenberger Grandhotel in Brussels opens its doors
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — The New Year got off to a good start with the official opening of the Steigenberger Grandhotel in Brussels on 1 January 2013. The luxury hotel is housed behind an historic facade and forms part of the Wiltcher’s Complex in the elegant surroundings of Avenue Louise. It has 269 rooms including 40 suites and… Read the full press release
CTC appoints John Knubley to its board of directors
New addition brings heavyweight federal government expertise. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has strengthened its board of directors by appointing John Knubley. As Deputy Minister of Industry Canada, Knubley has a full plate of work, guiding his department as it looks for more ways for Canadian industry to be more competitive and productive to… Read the full press release
Chiranjeevi Launches Incredible India-2013 Calendar
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shri K. Chiranjeevi, Union Minister for Tourism launched the Ministry of Tourism’s Incredible India – 2013 Calendar on – line today. The attractive Calendar is based on the theme “Find What You Seek” as part of Phase II of the Incredible India campaign, which was launched during World Travel Mart (WTM), London… Read the full press release
LUFTHANSA has the world’s Best First Class duvet and bedding comfort
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — After a year in which Skytrax staff have taken more than 5,500 flights assessing all cabin classes on over 130 airlines, the most comfortable airline bedding has been chosen in an informal poll of our audit staff. THE WINNER The First Class bedding on Lufthansa’s A380 is quite simply the very best!… Read the full press release
MIAT MONGOLIAN AIRLINES is awarded Skytrax 3-Star Airline certification
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Opening the first of the 2013 Airline Star Ranking changes, Skytrax have announced that MIAT MONGOLIAN AIRLINES has been awarded the 3-Star Airline certification. MIAT Mongolian Airlines was previously ranked as a 2-Star Airline, but the recent level of Product and Service improvements have enabled their Star Ranking to be awarded at a 3-Star… Read the full press release
Norwegian opens seven new destinations from Helsinki Airport
Norwegian will introduce seven new direct routes from Helsinki in the 2013 summer season. 2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — The destinations: Athens, Budapest, Burgas, Dublin, Dubrovnik, Prague and Venice. The company will also introduce more flights to some of the existing destinations, such as Alicante, Barcelona, Malaga, Nice, Palma and Split. Tickets are available for reservation on… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific to showcase popular local television drama series onboard
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — From January, Cathay Pacific is exclusively showing popular Cantonese television drama series onboard. The series, produced by leading local TV station Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB), further enhance the entertainment selection available for passengers. Cathay Pacific is the first airline to offer TVB drama series onboard with new TV drama programming being added… Read the full press release
UK holidaymakers urged to pack peace of mind when booking
2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Millions of UK holidaymakers can book their 2013 breaks with the peace of mind that their money is safe, thanks to the ATOL holiday protection scheme. The scheme is there to protect people against the risk of their travel company going bust: ensuring they can continue their holiday and return home safely… Read the full press release
The King Is In The Building At Hilton Birmingham Metropole!
European Elvis Championships to be Held at Hilton Birmingham Metropole BIRMINGHAM, England – 2013-01-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Birmingham Metropole is excited to announce that this year’s European Elvis Championships will be held at the hotel, welcoming Elvis tribute artist fans to take advantage of its excellent event facilities. The hotel’s General Manager, Patrick Stapleton, said,… Read the full press release
U.S. Travel Issues Statement on Nomination of Sen. John Kerry as U.S. Secretary of State
Washington, D.C. – 2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today addressed the Nomination of Sen. John Kerry (D-MA) as U.S. Secretary of State. Roger Dow, president and CEO, issued the following statement: “There are few jobs in the United States government more important to both our security and our economy than Secretary of State…. Read the full press release
Arne Sorenson, President and CEO of Marriott International Calls on Leaders of Both Parties to Return to Negotiations to “Do No Harm.”
2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — “We’ve made good progress in 2012 in the hotel industry and in the general economy creating new jobs, re-building the real estate market and boosting consumer confidence. The last thing we need is another crisis of confidence in our political system and the economy like we experienced in August 2011. The fiscal… Read the full press release
VisitBritain, THIRTEEN THINGS TO CELEBRATE IN 2013
The party continues in Britain as 3% increase in tourist numbers with record spend forecast 2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the curtain comes down on a spectacular year, VisitBritain looks ahead to 2013, identifying moments and events which can once again capture the imagination of a global audience. The national tourism agency predicts the volume of… Read the full press release
AMAZING THAILAND INVITES BUYERS TO EXPERIENCE THAINESS AT SATTE 2013
New Delhi, 2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the immense success of SATTE 2012, Amazing Thailand will once again showcase the best of Thailand during SATTE 2013 from 16-18 January 2013 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Amazing Thailand will occupy a bigger space at Booth No 1159, Hall No. 11. There will be a wide variety of… Read the full press release
ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA’S MAGIC NUMBER: 5
Five-year anniversary, 5000 fans and five-night giveaway: A lucky Facebook fan wins a trip to Mexico’s most luxurious resort RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO – 2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Mayakoba, Riviera Maya’s premier resort, is thrilled to announce nearing two milestones – their fifth anniversary of the hotel and earning 5,000 Facebook fans. As a “thank… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila Awards the Winners of the Christmas Tree Contest Year III
Makati, Philippines – 2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila, in partnership with Esquire Financing, Inc., awarded the cash prize of P200,000.00 to Divine Healer Academy, a school based in Cabid-an, Sorsogon, for winning the first place in this year’s Christmas Tree Contest Year III with a theme that focuses on children, the world’s hope for the… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines начинает полёты в Верону
2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines с 26 декабря 2012 года начинает полеты из Москвы в Верону (Италия). Рейсы выполняются с периодичностью три раза в неделю – по средам, субботам и воскресеньям. Вылет из Москвы – в 10:55, прибытие в Верону в 11:35 по местному времени. Обратный рейс вылетает в 12:25 и прилетает в Москву в… Read the full press release