2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Red Carnation Hotels, the family-run luxury boutique hotel collection, has partnered with TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site to display traveller ratings, reviews and opinions on its website. The partnership will provide an increased wealth of information on the site, increasing user engagement and enabling potential guests to make more informed booking choices…. Read the full press release
&Beyond recently unveiled the rebuilt and freshly refurbished &Beyond Ngala Tented Camp in the Kruger National Park, South Africa. 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The camp’s nine safari tents celebrate the romance of canvas in natural bush surroundings. Each luxurious tented suite features an outdoor shower, deep bath and private wooden deck overlooking the seasonal Timbavati riverbed…. Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grand Lapa, Macau is delighted to announce a new Bridal Spa Shower package created for brides-to-be and ladies friends, to relax, unwind and be pampered. The Bridal Spa Shower Package is a customised bridal party for a maximum of six people which includes welcome champagne, a choice of Jacuzzi baths,… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — We are thrilled to announce that Kirawira Serena Camp has been named to the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2013 Gold List – Top 510 Best Places on Earth! Each year, the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List serves as a unique source of the top travel destinations, hotels, cruises and airlines in the… Read the full press release
More than 140,000 Hotels, Mobile Exclusive Deals With Up To 60% Off Now Accessible Via The Windows Store; App Features Real Time Availability BELLEVUE, Wash., 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expedia.com, one of the world’s leading online travel agencies, announced today that its highly popular Expedia app is launching on Windows 8. The app is available immediately for free download in… Read the full press release
Finance departments across the U.S. brace for holiday rush as expense report volume doubles on December 19th Redmond, Wash., 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — As many employees get ready for their holiday break, company accountants are bracing for one of the most chaotic and costly times of the year. Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), a leading provider of integrated travel and expense… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK’s largest transport operator, FirstGroup, today revealed that it has donated £10,000 this Christmas to its national charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support. Rather than sending traditional Christmas cards this year, First has posted a Christmas message on its website, including a reference to Macmillan. As a token of the savings made,… Read the full press release
Chicago – 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce a new season of theater and dance: Cultural Center Presents and In the Works. Both are on-going performing arts series that showcase critically acclaimed local, national and international music, theater, dance and multi-disciplinary artists, newly commissioned works… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — After the recent celebrations among the properties of LUX* Resorts for the first year anniversary of the group, LUX* Maldives showcases a thrilling Christmas and New Year program for its guests featuring pop up ice cream parlours, film screenings on the beach, special treats such as messages in bottles and honesty secret… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Zoo Atlanta, CHANGES TO GIRAFFE FEEDING TIMES WHAT: No more admiring from afar – now, you can feed the giraffes from the all-new Twiga Terrace! Stand eye-toeye with Earth’s tallest living land mammals, and hand-feed them part of their regular diet. Giraffe feedings are available daily at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Feedings… Read the full press release
Fly from just £8 on over 1,000 routes across Europe in Jan 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today Tuesday 18th Dec announced another new route from East Midlands to Zadar from 01st Apr 2013. Ryanair celebrated its new East Midlands route by releasing 100,000 seats across its European network, at prices… Read the full press release
Heathrow has marked the anniversary of its 500,000th passenger to ride on its pods 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow has marked the anniversary of its 500,000th passenger to ride on its pods to celebrate a successful first 18 months and the loyalty of its business passengers. The day was marked with a visit from Transport Minister,… Read the full press release
The San Diego Zoo’s panda cub, Xiao Liwu, was eager to play with a plastic ball during his 18th exam this morning and made it clear that he did not want to share his new toy by holding onto the ball tightly. Panda keepers gave the cub the new toy to test his coordination and… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — 12 million Brits (24 per cent of the adult population) plan to make the most of Christmas and New Year period by taking at least one overnight trip in the UK, with 9.8 million people (20 per cent) planning to take that trip in England, according to VisitEngland’s latest Trip Tracker survey. … Read the full press release
Historic Hotel Marks Brand’s Third Location in San Antonio MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of the newly renovated, upscale, full-service, 177-room The Emily Morgan San Antonio – a DoubleTree by Hilton. The hotel is owned by Alamo Hotels, Inc. under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has launched a calendar of great holiday offers on its website, www.ba.com/happyholidays in the countdown to the holiday season. The first offer, launched today, is three nights for the price of two at selected hotels throughout Europe, including the Plaza Tour Eiffel in Paris, Artotel Budapest, Das Triest in Vienna,… Read the full press release
New Official State Visitor’s Guides and Maps Promotes State’s Vibrant Travel Destinations 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Arizona Office of Tourism’s 2013 Arizona Official State Visitor’s Guide (OSVG), and accompanying Official State Visitor’s Map will be available free of charge to travelers by the end of the month. Abundant with valuable Arizona tourist information including traveling tips and statewide… Read the full press release
Qatar, Doha, 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) took part in ILTM, the International Luxury Travel Market held at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France, from the 3rd to the 6th of December 2012. Hosted by the QTA, the Qatar Pavilion was located on stand G190 and featured a large… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group today announced the appointment of Olivier Harnisch (45) as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. Harnisch will succeed Wolfgang M. Neumann who is taking over from Kurt Ritter as the company’s new President & CEO. Harnisch currently serves as Vice President, Northern and Central Europe at Hilton… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Last week, a team of six staff from the Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel joined Conrad Evans and Don Jones of Jersey Trees for Life and took to the St. Saviour / Grouville border to begin their task of planting trees and small hedging whips. The tree planting was the first action in… Read the full press release
Cleaner engines will provide more horsepower, greater operational efficiency LOS ANGELES – 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Metrolink Board of Directors authorized the agency to enter into a contract to secure Tier 4 locomotives at its Dec. 14, 2012, meeting. The revolutionary locomotives are expected to reduce emissions by 86 percent. “This is a significant milestone in… Read the full press release
TORONTO, 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Porter Escapes launched online today, offering a one-stop shop for flight and hotel packages to Porter Airlines destinations. Created to sell unique vacation packages paired exclusively with Porter Airlines flights, travellers can enjoy a wide variety of flight and hotel combinations, all carefully curated to provide a premium travel experience for… Read the full press release
ATLANTA – 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the opening of its newest hotel, the dual branded Hilton Garden Inn® and Homewood Suites by HiltonTM in Midtown Atlanta. Located at 97 10th Street, the 12 story hotel boasts 136 Hilton Garden Inn rooms and suites, and 92 Homewood studio and one bedroom suites. The hotel is owned… Read the full press release
TORONTO, 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The boutique cities surrounding Toronto have a lot to offer visitors who prefer small town charm over the hustle and bustle of a big city this holiday season. From festive carriage rides and carolers to exclusive winery events, do not miss your chance to experience the holiday spirit of Brampton, Streetsville, Mississauga and Niagara-on-the-lake… Read the full press release
Jürgen Homeyer to take over as interim Head of Corporate Communications / Executive Board Chairman Christoph Franz thanked Klaus Walther for his outstanding work / Walther will assume new responsibilities within the Group 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jürgen Homeyer (52) will take over as interim Head of Corporate Communications until a successor is named. Homeyer… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has announced hotel deals in Paris in the leadup to the 2013 Paris Fashion Week, the industry standard trade show for high fashion and glamour. In the fast-paced world of fashion, the Paris Fashion Week sets the standard for… Read the full press release
Washington, D.C. – 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Roger Dow, president and CEO of the the U.S. Travel Association, issued the following statement on the death of Sen. Daniel Inouye (D-HI): “Today, the U.S. travel community lost a close friend and ardent supporter. Sen. Daniel Inouye was a tireless champion for travelers. He understood the important role… Read the full press release
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority and STARS are pleased to host around 150 children from the Winnipeg School Division to participate in Santa’s “Test Flight”. In preparation for Christmas Eve Take-Off, Santa is taking to the skies to conduct a Test Flight – an important flight mission to ensure holiday readiness. Invited to watch… Read the full press release
British Airways is equipping its 3,600 pilots with iPads to further improve customer service and operational efficiency levels. 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The move, which follows the airline’s rollout of iPads across its cabin crew and ground operations teams, is part of the company’s £5bn investment in new products and technology to provide the best possible… Read the full press release
7 NEW ROUTES (16 IN TOTAL) to DUBLIN, EAST MIDLANDS, GOTHENBURG, HAUGESUND, LIVERPOOL, PARIS & WROCLAW 300,000 PAX AT RYANAIR’S 1st CROATIAN BASE 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (18 Dec) announced it would open its 54th base (1st in Croatia) at Zadar in April 2013 with one-based aircraft and unveiled… Read the full press release