Video contest, new brand and more apps top the bill in the latest social-media news digest from around the country. 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Smartphones are now up there with sunscreen as a must-have beach accessory. The social-media world doesn’t get put in the shade in the summer months, as this popsicle-sized round-up from CTC News shows. The Canadian… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: August 2012
M29 LIFESTYLE at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC Presents the Fall Fashion Forecast with a Night of Fortune Styling for Fashion’s Night Out
Style maven and personal shopper Wendy Pilch of Spendalla and cult stylist Ismail Tekin from George’s Salon will join M29 LIFESTYLE as fortune “style” tellers for Georgetown’s biggest night of fashion Washington, DC, U.S.A., 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — M29 LIFESTYLE joins Georgetown’s Fashion’s Night Out for the third consecutive year. The newly refined and redefined store just off… Read the full press release
Aviation Security Officers Graduate from Chicago Police Department Academy
CHICAGO, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) congratulates 10 Aviation Security Officers (ASO) who graduated from the Chicago Police Academy today as part of a Metropolitan Recruit ceremony for two classes of officers. The 10 ASOs are part of a group of 13 Aviation Security Officers who were hired in May to fill vacancies at O’Hare… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines Inaugurates Daily Service Between Portland, Ore., and Reagan Washington National Airport
Six World War II veterans onboard first flight to visit national WWII Memorial SEATTLE, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines and the Port of Portland today inaugurated new nonstop service between Portland, Ore., and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Washington. D.C. Elected officials from Washington and Oregon joined in a patriotic send-off for passengers onboard… Read the full press release
The agoda.com Loving Las Vegas SALE: from USD 35 per night!
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), today announced special deals on top Las Vegas hotels. Las Vegas is one of the most compelling destinations in the world. Exciting, invigorating and unapologetically over-the-top, this flashy desert outpost lives up to its international reputation as the… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Announces New Service Between Portland, Oregon and San Diego, California
Daily Nonstop Service Starts November 8, 2012 Miramar, Florida, 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today announced it is adding daily nonstop service between Portland International Airport and San Diego International Airport starting November 8, 2012. Customers can check out the insanely low fares offered every day at www.spirit.com and also sign up to receive alerts… Read the full press release
airberlin: Beate Kassner strengthens tourism department
New Vice President Sales Projects Touristic 2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — As per 1st November 2012 Beate Kassner will be strengthening the Sales Touristic department at airberlin. As Vice President she will be responsible for Sales Projects Touristic in the Sales Touristic Services department headed by Senior Vice President Detlef Altmann. After graduating in Business Administration, Beate… Read the full press release
RYANAIR OPENS 2 NEW MANCHESTER ROUTES TO GDANSK AND RIGA
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Britain’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (28 Aug) announced two new winter routes from Manchester to Gdansk and Riga, (from Nov 2012), as Ryanair expands its winter Manchester schedule to 18 routes, which will deliver over 1.3m passengers p.a., sustaining 1,300* “on site” jobs at Manchester Airport. Ryanair celebrated its 2… Read the full press release
agoda.com celebrates the Singapore F1 in style: from USD 248 per night!
2012-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), today announced hard-to-find rooms in some of Singapore’s most stylish hotels for the F1 race weekend. The Singapore F1 is one of the nation’s most exciting and anticipated events. F1 enthusiasts from around the world converge on the… Read the full press release
Bohemia Voted Amongst UK’s Top 40 Restaurants by The Good Food Guide 2013
2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — This week, the team at Bohemia is celebrating as the Michelin-starred restaurant is once again proclaimed by The Good Food Guide as amongst the UK’s finest. The eagerly awaited annual publication of the prestigious guide has just been issued and Jersey’s Bohemia Restaurant is the only Channel Island establishment to feature in… Read the full press release
Bocuse d’Or Asia 2012 winner, Chef Yew Eng Tong presents a fresh menu at The Cliff
2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With 14 new dishes available at The Cliff, the selection is overwhelming but a perfect excuse for you to plan a return visit. Set in stunning interiors with commanding views of the South China Sea, The Cliff, features a show kitchen, cascading water features and a split-level platform built over lush jungle…. Read the full press release
VIRTUOSO® HONORS TOP PERFORMERS AND INDUSTRY STANDOUTS IN GRAND FASHION
TRAVEL ADVISORS, MEMBER AGENCIES AND PREFERRED SUPPLIERS RECOGNIZED AT ‘VIRTUOSO TRAVEL WEEK’ CONFERENCE LAS VEGAS, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — International luxury travel network, Virtuoso®, celebrated the close of its 24th annual conference, Virtuoso Travel Week, last night with its annual Gala and Virtuoso Awards at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. The well-attended event, which saw a record turnout… Read the full press release
CTC Allocates $60 Million to Metrolink to Upgrade Locomotives and Cab Cars
Project will enable Metrolink to move more people, lower emissions, reduce delays and support the economy LOS ANGELES, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — At its August 22 meeting, the California Transportation Commission (CTC) allocated $60 million in Proposition 1 A bond funds to help pay for much-needed upgrades to Metrolink’s fleet of locomotives and coach cars. This… Read the full press release
Christopher K. Ivy Joins Interstate Hotels & Resorts as Executive Vice President, Development and Acquisitions
ARLINGTON, Va., 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announced that Christopher K. Ivy joined the company as executive vice president, development and acquisitions. In his new position, he will focus on sourcing business development projects within the select-service sector. Ivy will report to Interstate’s chief investment officer, Leslie Ng. Ng noted that Ivy’s appointment… Read the full press release
LONDON 2012 TO IMPROVE PERCEPTIONS OF BRITISH WELCOME EVEN FURTHER
2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Paralympic heroes get set to take the stage this week, new research from VisitBritain suggests that receiving a good welcome is likely to see visitors recommend travelling to the UK to others, with 80% of visitors feeling at least ‘very welcome’ in 2011. VisitBritain sponsored a question on the Civil Aviation Authority’s survey… Read the full press release
Travel Guard® North America Providing Free Assistance Services to U.S. and Canadian Travelers Affected by Tropical Storm Isaac
Flight and Hotel Rebooking, Emergency Medical Assistance and More Available Through Toll-Free Number Stevens Point, WI, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Tropical Storm Isaac continues on its path through the Gulf of Mexico, Travel Guard North America® (www.travelguard.com) announced today that it will provide emergency travel and medical assistance services free to all U.S. and Canadian travelers… Read the full press release
3.6 MILLION BRITS TO TAKE A HOLIDAY AT HOME OVER AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND
43% of population inspired to explore more of UK by exciting events of 2012 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — 3.6 million Brits (7% of the adult population) will make the most of the forthcoming August Bank Holiday weekend by taking an overnight holiday trip in the UK, with 2.8 million people (6%) taking that trip in England,… Read the full press release
Bath’s local economy to benefit from tourism funding
Bath’s local economy to benefit from tourism funding 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 3-Year tourism project, ‘Growing Tourism Locally’ will stimulate economic growth and jobs at a local level Bath’s destination marketing organisation, Bath Tourism Plus, (BTP) is set to invest an additional £1million into promoting Bath and North East Somerset over the next 3 years,… Read the full press release
Holiday Inn Express Rio Branco Breaks Ground in Brazil
IHG continues aggressive growth strategy in Brazil with expansion into new city MIAMI, FL, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), [LON: IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)], Latin America’s most experienced international hotel company, today announced that the Holiday Inn Express Rio Branco in Brazil has broken ground. The new-build hotel is scheduled to open in late 2013, just in… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Announces New Service Between Denver and Phoenix/Mesa
Daily Nonstop Service Starts October 4, 2012 Miramar, Florida, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today announced it is adding daily nonstop service between Denver International Airport and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport starting October 4, 2012. Customers can check out the insanely low fares offered every day at www.spirit.com and also sign up to receive alerts on… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila: TOSCA ITALIAN GRILL’S WINES & STEAKS THIS SEPTEMBER
2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila invites everyone to live life to the fullest at Tosca Italian Grill! This September, indulge in a unique and tantalizing culinary experience featuring Italian cuisine while basking in the restaurant’s chic and worldly atmosphere. Included in Tosca’s extensive a la carte menu is a variety of appetizers, soups, salad,… Read the full press release
JOIN GUY HARVEY FOR THE GRAND OPENING OF GUY HARVEY OUTPOST – A TRADEWINDS RESORT
2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATIONS, TICKETS TO THE GRAND OPENING PARTY AND MORE. WHO: Guy Harvey Outpost – A TradeWinds Beach Resort is located on Florida’s west coast on the island of St. Pete Beach. The 211-room property, formerly the TradeWinds Sandpiper Suites, is the first Guy Harvey Outpost hotel in the United States… Read the full press release
Gaither Homecoming Christmas Spectacular Coming to Hershey
Tickets on Sale Friday, August 31 at 10 a.m. Hershey, Pa., 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Multi-Grammy Award winning recording artist Bill Gaither will present the Gaither Christmas Homecoming music spectacular at Giant Center on Friday, December 7 at 7 p.m. The legendary recording artist will present an exciting celebration, filled with the very best in Christian music, including… Read the full press release
Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Accelerates Growth with Opening of 10 Hotels in 2012 to Become the Largest Upscale Brand in Greater China
Growing Development Pipeline Reinforces the Brand’s Commitment to Expand Portfolio Shanghai, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world’s largest hotels group by number of rooms and in Greater China, continues its rapid distribution growth in the region with Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts adding 10 new hotels to its brand portfolio in 2012…. Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila: Celebrating Yule
Christmas Party Packages at Dusit Thani Manila (Starting at PHP 1,300 nett per person) 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — How do you make a celebration truly memorable? This season, we can’t wait to present you with the most-thoughtful Christmas Party Packages guaranteed to suit your every need and more! Enjoy all-out privileges exclusively yours on top of… Read the full press release
Hilton New Delhi / Janakpuri Introduces ‘The Royal Rajasthan’ Food Festival At Zune The Indian Specialty Restaurant
NEW DELHI, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton New Delhi / Janakpuri today announced the launch of ‘The Royal Rajasthan’ food festival at Zune, the Indian specialty restaurant. From August 31 until September 14, 2012, guests at the hotel, located adjacent to Janakpuri West Metro station, will be able to savour a range of authentic preparations from the… Read the full press release
Fall Festival Favorites in Virginia
Create new traditions this fall celebrating brilliant foliage, harvest, music, and arts in Virginia RICHMOND, Va., 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia is for Lovers is about love – pure and simple. It’s about spending time with those you love, doing the things you love to do on a great vacation. Visiting Virginia during the fall season is… Read the full press release
Arik Air adds Lagos-Douala to route network
Arik Air, West and Central Africa’s largest commercial carrier is to begin scheduled commercial services between Lagos, Nigeria and Douala, Cameroon. The first commercial flight on the new route will be held on Thursday August 30 and subsequently operate three times weekly on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The outbound flight will depart… Read the full press release
Jet Airways and ICICI bank launch co-branded credit cards
Exclusive travel and lifestyle benefits await the country’s frequent flyers MUMBAI, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline and ICICI Bank Ltd., India’s largest private sector bank, today announced the launch of the “Jet Airways ICICI Bank Credit Cards”, a suite of co-branded cards offering exceptional value to JetPrivilege members and the country’s… Read the full press release
Marriott International 2011-2012 Sustainability Report Highlights Youth Employment Initiatives and Preserving the Environment
BETHESDA, MD, 2012-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) recently released its second full comprehensive Sustainability Report, using guidelines set forth by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). In it, Marriott announced $2.5 million invested in its environmental portfolio over the past three years, and significant contributions to workforce development for disadvantaged youth around the world to help them… Read the full press release