Guests get $50 “extra credit” when they stay two consecutive nights up to $250; Free nights are up for grabs on Twitter ATLANTA, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — School is back in session, and teachers aren’t the only ones giving out “extra credit.” IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced the Holiday Inn Resort® “Extra Credit” offer which rewards guests with a $50… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: August 2012
Hilton Pattaya Announces eforea Signature Correcting And Firming Facials Promotion Featuring Microcurrent Technology
Innovative Spa Concept at Hilton Pattaya Continues to Raise the Bar in Service Excellence within a Highly Competitive Spa Industry PATTAYA, Thailand, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today unveiled new promotions at its eforea: spa at Hilton offering the eforea Signature Correcting and Firming Facial. The treatment features microcurrent technology and is formulated to result in… Read the full press release
Notice of Change – Hello Kitty Jet Services from Sept. to Oct. 2012
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to aircraft scheduling, the flights below will not be made with the Hello Kitty Jet. However, inflight Hello Kitty service items and Hello Kitty meals will still be offered. Hello Kitty Jet flight routes and numbers affected by aircraft scheduling are as follows: Flight Route Flight No. Date Details Taipei (Taoyuan)-Fukuoka… Read the full press release
Marriott Deals of the Week
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Deals of the Week “No Kidding” Package in Aruba With the kids back in school, there’s “No Kidding” around when it comes to relaxation at the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. Guests will have time to unwind with: • Tradewinds Club Ocean View room • Exclusive access to the Tradewinds Club… Read the full press release
San Antonio’s Las Americas Summit Week Provides International Visitors with Leisure and Business Opportunities
SAN ANTONIO, TX, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau is positioning Las Americas Summit Week (November 15-23, 2012) as an ideal time for Mexico-based visitors to enjoy San Antonio’s great offerings while enhancing their business relationships through networking opportunities. Las Americas Summit Week is set to be an exciting time to… Read the full press release
Hilton HHonors Celebrates 25 Years of Member Loyalty
HHonors Members to be Awarded with 25 Million Point Giveaway and 25 Days of Winning Sweepstakes MCLEAN, Va., 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year, Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide’s 10 distinct hotel brands, celebrates its 25th anniversary. Since the first member joined in 1987, HHonors has grown to more than 30 million members worldwide,… Read the full press release
Nebraska Tourism debuts new online photo gallery
Searchable images available to media and tourism industry LINCOLN, NEB., 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Nebraska Tourism Commission continues to make its website more accessible and useful, and now the beauty of Nebraska can be more easily shared through an improved online photo gallery. The new gallery can be accessed at photogallery.visitnebraska.com/start/. Attraction and destination marketers, as… Read the full press release
U.S. Travel Association Honors Tourism Marketing Organizations with Awards at ESTO
Diane Shober Named 2012 State Tourism Director of the Year WASHINGTON, D.C., 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winners of the 2012 Mercury and Destiny awards, State Tourism Director of the Year and DMO Rising Star were announced during the U.S. Travel Association’s annual Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) conference held in Boston. Mercury and Destiny Awards… Read the full press release
Introducing Minako At The Met
New Menu Showcases Creative Asian Fusion Cuisine LONDON, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of the highest restaurants in London, Minako at the Met has recently launched an Asian Fusion menu, incorporating the traditional Pan Asian cuisine whilst exploring a more creative approach in both preparation and presentation. Located on the 23rd floor at Hilton London Metropole,… Read the full press release
Covered play paradise with panoramic view: Playport Dresden opens at the airport on 1 September
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dresden Airport is breathing new life into its former Terminal 2: Playport Dresden, Saxony’s most exciting indoor playground, opens there on 1 September. Operators Anke and Mario Otto have created around 2000 square metres of brightly coloured, air-conditioned adventure playground fun with a panoramic view of planes taking off and landing. Attractions… Read the full press release
PRESS KIT FOR AMERICAN TRAIL
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — American Trail showcases species that are gems of North American wildlife, and treasures to us all. These animals represent the triumph of the American spirit and conservation success stories. The majority of American Trail species have rebounded after facing severe threats. Many of the residents of American Trail have been listed as… Read the full press release
Marriott International Announces Release Date for Third Quarter 2012 Earnings
BETHESDA, Md., 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) will report third quarter 2012 earnings results on Wednesday, October 3, 2012, at approximately 5:00 pm Eastern Time (ET). The company will hold a conference call for the investment community to discuss its third quarter 2012 earnings on Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 10 a.m…. Read the full press release
Aerolineas Argentinas inaugurates its flights to Rio Hondo hot springs
Buenos Aires, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Last Friday the President of Aerolineas Argentinas, Mariano Recalde, inaugurated the new route to Rio Hondo Hot Springs in Santiago del Estero, this will be the 34th destination for the flag carrier in all of the country. The International Airport at Rio Hondo Hot Springs was inaugurated on the 24th of… Read the full press release
Thinking Inside The Box
Hilton London Metropole Introduces New Bento Box Delegate Menu LONDON, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton London Metropole, one of the largest conference hotels in Europe, continues to lead the way in the meetings and events market, with the introduction of its new Bento Box concept. A flexible and original dining option, the Bento Box Delegate Menu… Read the full press release
Baby Elephant Makes Grand Entrance at San Diego Zoo Safari Park
PHOTO NEWS RELEASE Baby Elephant Makes Grand Entrance at San Diego Zoo Safari Park SAN PASQUAL VALLEY, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hours after birth on Tuesday, an unnamed female African elephant made her public debut at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. The 205-pound calf was born at 3:39 a.m. to the Safari Park’s matriarch, Swazi…. Read the full press release
Sabre Hospitality Solutions selected by New World Hotels to Launch Private Label Chain Code
New World Hotels offers special introductory offer to travel agents; 18 percent commission and complimentary internet access through December SOUTHLAKE, Texas, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sabre Hospitality Solutions, a global technology company serving the hospitality industry, today announced that Hong Kong-based New World Hotels, managed by New World Hospitality has chosen Sabre Hospitality Solutions to launch its private… Read the full press release
Авиакомпании oneworld принимают участие в благотворительной акции
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Менеджер авиакомпании British Airways и статусный участник программы лояльности авиакомпании планируют совершить кругосветное путешествие менее чем за семь дней на рейсах авиакомпаний альянса oneworld, привлекая тем самым внимание к проблемам нуждающихся детей. Собранные средства будут направлены в совместную программу British Airways и фонда Comic Relief UK – Flying Start, в рамках которой оказывается… Read the full press release
Strictly Wheels cha cha cha, all the way to check-in
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Customers checking in for British Airways flights at Manchester airport this morning (Wednesday 29th August) found themselves in the middle of a dancefloor, as Strictly Wheels performed sambas, rumbas and cha-cha chas in the departure hall. Paula Molton and Gary Lyness (who are from Manchester) were last seen performing on ITV’s Britain’s… Read the full press release
CAA publishes prosecutions data for 2011 /12
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today published its log of prosecutions for the year 2011/12, including details of the offences prosecuted, pleas and penalties imposed by the courts. In total during the year, the CAA undertook 16 prosecutions, resulting in fines totally in £20,050. The most common types of offences… Read the full press release
PHOTO RELEASE: FISHING CAT KITTENS EXPLORE THEIR YARD AT THE SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo can now see its three-month-old fishing cat kittens exploring, playing, climbing and fishing on Asia Trail. The kittens and their mother, Electra, will be on exhibit from approximately 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day, weather permitting. They are most active in the morning. The kittens’… Read the full press release
San Diego Zoo Conducts First Exam of Giant Panda Cub
PHOTO NEWS RELEASE San Diego Zoo Conducts First Exam of Giant Panda Cub 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — A giant panda cub at the San Diego Zoo received its first veterinary exam this morning. The quick, 3-minute exam allowed staff just enough time to determine that the cub is healthy, thriving and weighs 1.5 pounds. Vets were… Read the full press release
PASSENGER NUMBERS SOAR ON EASYJET’S BUSIEST DAY
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline has announced that a record breaking number of passengers will be boarding its aircraft today. Over 200,000 passengers will be flying easyJet on its busiest day of the year so far as they head to popular destinations such as Faro, Barcelona and Milan. As the night’s draw… Read the full press release
Thursday Night Football Gains Yardage with New Courtyard “Greatness on the Road™ Award”
Bethesda, Md., 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — As fans get Back to Football and prepare for the upcoming season, the National Football League (NFL) and its official hotel sponsor, Courtyard by Marriott, today announced an exciting new feature on NFL Media platforms, the new “Greatness on the Road™ Award.” The first “Greatness on the Road™ Player of… Read the full press release
VIRTUOSO and VIRTUOSO LIFE MAGAZINE HONOR THE BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL
The Beverly Hills Hotel Named “Best Hotel of the Year” at “Virtuoso Travel Week” LAS VEGAS, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading luxury travel network, Virtuoso®, proudly honored a venerated group of hotels, resorts and hospitality professionals with prestigious “Best of the Best” Awards during its 24th Virtuoso Travel Week conference, taking place in Las Vegas this… Read the full press release
«S7 Приоритет» и «Связной-Клуб» объявляют о старте совместного проекта
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines и бонусная программа «Связной-Клуб» запустили совместный проект, в рамках которого участники программы для часто летающих пассажиров «S7 Приоритет» могут получать мили в обмен на баллы, накопленные в программе «Связной-Клуб». Бонусная программа «Связной-Клуб» позволяет ее участникам получать баллы, совершая покупки и пользуясь услугами партнеров ― крупных торговых сетей, ведущих интернет-магазинов, кафе,… Read the full press release
RYANAIR INTENDS TO RE-BID FOR AER LINGUS IF THE EC GRANTS PHASE II APPROVAL
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following today’s (29 Aug) decision of the European Commission to refer the acquisition of Aer Lingus to Phase II, Ryanair’s Offer lapses, in accordance with the Takeover Rules, with immediate effect, and all acceptances of the Offer to date are void. Ryanair intends to re-bid for Aer Lingus if the European Commission… Read the full press release
First Joint Tourism Promotion Event of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau in India
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office, Hong Kong Tourism Board and Tourism Administration of Guangdong Province co-organized joint promotion activities in three Indian cities to promote Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau tourism as well as travel itineraries with multi stops among their local media and trade. The event is aimed at developing new visitor… Read the full press release
Virgin Trains Limited commences Court proceedings in respect of West Coast Main Line franchise award
Statement by Virgin Trains Limited, 28 August 2012 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — “Virgin Trains Limited (VTL) has today commenced Court proceedings in respect of the decision to award the West Coast Main Line franchise to FirstGroup. We have tried for three weeks to get clarity over the Department for Transport’s decision and to have a… Read the full press release
Chicago Department of Aviation REMINDER – CDA Concessions Open House on August 30, 2012
CHICAGO, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Online registration for the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Concessions Open House will close tomorrow, Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at 4 p.m. The Concessions Open House is an event for operators interested in responding to an upcoming RFP relating to food and beverage concessions at O’Hare International Airport. Concession categories include: Quick service restaurant, casual dining with… Read the full press release
airberlin and NIKI expand codeshare agreement with S7 Airlines
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — airberlin and NIKI are expanding their existing codeshare agreement with their Russian oneworld® partner, S7 Airlines. Since 2009 airberlin, NIKI and S7 Airlines have been operating codeshare flights connecting cities such as Dusseldorf, Berlin, Frankfurt and Vienna with Moscow, and Berlin with Kaliningrad. The flights offered under this agreement are now being expanded… Read the full press release