Daily Archives: February 11, 2013

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Claims a Hat-Trick in 2013 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards

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Voted the #1 in Riyadh in the Luxury, Service and Top Hotel categories. 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has been recognized as the #1 hotel in Riyadh for the Luxury,Service and Top Hotel categories in TripAdvisor’s 2013 Travelers’ Choice awards, the site’s largest Travelers’ Choice campaign to date with millions of reviews submitted for more… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport – New pop-up stores: Heureka Shop and Heineken Bar

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the new pop-up facility located at Gate 27, you can taste Heineken products until the end of April. The already familiar pop-up location at Gate 20 is a sales outlet for exciting products for children and adults alike: The Heureka shop has been opened there. The shop specialises in high-quality, innovative… Read the full press release

Frontier Announces Nonstop Seasonal Service Between Denver and Greensboro Beginning May 1

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Nonstop fares starting at $99* available until Feb. 16 only at FlyFrontier.com DENVER, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced new nonstop seasonal service between its Denver, Colo. hub (DEN) and Greensboro, N.C. (GSO), with three weekly nonstop flights beginning on May 1, 2013. This will be the only nonstop service between these cities. To… Read the full press release

Ryanair Announces New Stansted Route To Ostrava

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (7 Feb) announced it will launch a new route at London Stansted to/from Ostrava (Ryanair’s 180th destination and 2nd Czech airport) in June 2013. Ryanair celebrated its new London Stansted route by launching a 100,000 seat sale at prices starting from £16 for travel across… Read the full press release

Unlock Zeta Bar’s Secret Garden At Hilton Sydney

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Blossoming With Cocktails And Afternoon Tea Every Friday Night SYDNEY, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ladies pull out your best Friday frock and gents don your most dapper suits, Zeta Bar is set to bloom with the launch of ‘The Secret Garden’. Soak up the summer sun whilst imbibing on a mix of whimsical cocktails, sparkling icy… Read the full press release

Rose pruning demonstration at Woodland Park Rose Garden

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Seattle Rose Society will host a free rose pruning demonstration at Woodland Park Rose Garden Saturday, March 2, noon-3 pm. WHAT For tips on pruning roses, using proper tools and more, come to Woodland Park Rose Garden for the annual rose pruning demonstration hosted by the Seattle Rose Society. Learn where… Read the full press release

Ryanair To Increase EU261 Compensation Levy To €2.50 Following EU Court Ruling

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (11 Feb) announced it will increase the €2 EU261 levy to €2.50 per passenger for all bookings made from 1st March 2013 in order to fund an expected increase in its EU261 costs in “force majeure” cases where the airlines are clearly not responsible… Read the full press release

A Summer Treat: Spa by the Pool at Four Seasons Resort Carmelo, Uruguay

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Treatments al fresco through the end of March in a special poolside Spa gazebo. Summer is a delightful time at Four Seasons Resort Carmelo as guests enjoy relaxing and sunbathing by the outdoor pool with views of vineyards and the river. Now, there’s even more reason to plan a lazy day at the pool… Read the full press release

Maldives partcipates at OTM Mumbai

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives is currently showcasing its sunny side of life in the Indian market at OTM. Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) which started on the 8 th of Feb is One of India’s leading b2b  and consumer focused travel show. Together with 12 companies from the Maldivian travel industry MMPRC has taken up a… Read the full press release

Inversiones La Rioja Expands Marriott Portfolio with Courtyard by Marriott in Lima, Peru

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Bethesda, MD, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) announced plans to open a new 150-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Lima, South America’s third largest city, under an agreement with Inversiones La Rioja, S.A., a distinguished Peruvian corporation which owns the existing 300-room JW Marriott Lima and 153-room JW Marriott Cusco. The hotel will be… Read the full press release

Trang Opens New Eco-tourism Route, Prepares for Famous Underwater Weddings

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Trang, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Beautiful Trang Province, located along the Andaman Sea in southern Thailand, is opening a new inland trail to promote eco-tourism in the area. Located south of the town center in Palian District, the new route features whitewater rafting, elephant rides, and visits to the Sakai, a tribal community in the Banthat mountains,… Read the full press release

Polar Bear Frolics in Snow at San Diego Zoo Generosity of Donors Creates Tons of Wintery Fun for Bears

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The polar bears at the San Diego Zoo received a special treat when they came out of their dens to discover their exhibit covered in 18 tons of fresh snow. Tatqiq, a 12-year-old female, immediately took to the icy surface, rubbing and wiggling on one of the mounds of glittery snow. The… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines запускает новую услугу для деловых пассажиров

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines представляет новую услугу «Бизнес-24». Теперь, благодаря удобному расписанию S7 Airlines, пассажиры могут осуществить деловую поездку в один из крупнейших городов маршрутной сети S7 Airlines и вернуться обратно в течение одного дня, получив при этом скидку на авиабилет и ряд других преимуществ. Услуга доступна для перелетов между Москвой и 14 городами маршрутной… Read the full press release

VISITENGLAND PROMOTES COASTAL BREAKS IN NEW MARKETING CAMPAIGN

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, today launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by promoting short breaks in some of England’s most spectacular coastal locations.  The campaign is the third of six launching from January to March, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage… Read the full press release

LAS VEGAS SETS RECORD FOR VISITATION IN 2012 WELCOMING NEARLY 40 MILLION VISITORS

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Increases in core indicators point to continued recovery for Las Vegas tourism  LAS VEGAS, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Las Vegas welcomed a record 39.7 million visitors in 2012, approximately a half-million more visitors than the previous high of 39.2 million set in 2007. The record visitation generated more than $40 billion in economic impact for… Read the full press release

Heathrow traffic figures January 2013

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Record passenger numbers for the month 5.18 million passengers passed through Heathrow in January, a record for the month and up 0.3% on January 2012. This growth was achieved despite a period of disruption from low visibility and snow. Heathrow’s load factors – showing how full the average flight was – also… Read the full press release

Jaleh Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Offers a Feast for the Senses on Valentine’s Day

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Couple’s massage includes a romantic combination of relaxation and taste. Overlooking the Caspian Sea, Jaleh Spa’s luxurious VIP Spa Suite is the perfect setting for a romantic journey at Four Seasons Hotel Baku. Side by side massages followed by a milk bath or steam will include a special treat for Valentine’s Day: a selection of delightful… Read the full press release

A Beautiful Way to Beat the Bulge

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Get ready to jet set your way to an A list body this spring because the fitness experts at Boot Camp Jersey have created the ultimate luxury workout break for getting into shape. Boot Camp Jersey has teamed up with a selection of luxurious four and five star hotels on the island… Read the full press release

British & Irish Lions legend Jim Telfer recreates famous Everest speech to fire up UK fans

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — British & Irish Lions coaching legend Jim Telfer has recreated his famous 1997 players pre-match gee-up meeting in an online video that provides a rallying cry for the men of Great Britain and Ireland to travel to Australia for the 2013 British & Irish Lions Tour. The video is a tongue-in-cheek parody… Read the full press release

Thailand wins for the fifth times in the International Snow Sculpture Contest at the Sapporo Snow Festival, Japan

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Bangkok, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The title of Grand Champion has again been bestowed on Thailand’s master ice craftsmen as they produced the winning entry in the 40th International Snow Sculpture at the 64th Sapporo Snow Festival, Japan, held during February 5-11, 2013. For this year, there were 11 international teams participating in the completion. The Tourism… Read the full press release

Culinary Adventures Await At Hilton Lima Miraflores And Social Restaurant & Bar

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Hilton Lima Miraflores Guests Unleash their Inner Chef with “Master Peruvian Chef” Package LIMA, Peru, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Discover. Create. Savor. From amateur to master chef, travelers are immersed in the Peruvian food revolution with a three-day culinary package at the new Hilton hotel in Lima. The recently-opened Hilton Lima Miraflores takes guests on a… Read the full press release

Easter Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Easter Sunday dining at Quattro Restaurant, with Brunch served throughout the day. This Easter Sunday, Quattro Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley welcomes families with brunch offered throughout the day. A three-course Brunch will be served, with choices offered within each course, for USD 75.00 per person. For younger diners, selections will include favourites from… Read the full press release

Latest News from Lonely Planet

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — In February’s edition of Latest from Lonely Planet: Surprising Romantic Getaways Racking your brains for a gift other than roses or chocolates this Valentines Day? Lonely Planet’s US Travel Editor, Robert Reid, selects six romantic breaks to surprise your loved one. Sitting pretty at number one is Canterbury, made famous by literary… Read the full press release

Fashion Festival gets underway

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Tickets on sale for Bath in Fashion 2013 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Throughout the years, Bath has always attracted the most fashion conscious amongst society, but from Tuesday 12th February, visitors can see why this city continues to play its part in today’s fashion by snapping up tickets for this year’s Bath in Fashion event (13-21 April… Read the full press release

Wyndham Rewards Members Can Win One Million Aeroplan Miles

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ —  One lucky winner will be able to take the vacation of a lifetime thanks to Wyndham Hotel Group’s Wyndham Rewards® guest loyalty program, which is offering members a chance to win one million Aeroplan® Miles. An earning partner in the Wyndham Rewards program, Aeroplan is known throughout Canada as the premier… Read the full press release

The Spa at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Announces the Addition of HydraFacial Treatments

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2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Revolutionary HydraFacial technology will bring cutting edge skin therapy to Beverly Wilshire, the first spa in Beverly Hills to offer the procedures. The Spa at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, announces the addition of HydraFacial treatments to its offerings beginning February 18, 2013 the first spa in Beverly Hills to do so. HydraFacial is a… Read the full press release

The Holiday Inn® Brand Expands in Colombia

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Two New-Build Hotel Signings in the Northeast Cities of Bucaramanga and Cucuta MIAMI, Fl., 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading global hotel companies, today announced signings of two new Holiday Inn® hotels in Colombia. The new properties – to be located in the northeast region’s cities of Bucaramanga and… Read the full press release

Support the North! Manchester Airport’s ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign launches

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Support the North! Manchester Airport’s ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign launches 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, launches a ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today to win back the four million passengers from its catchment area that currently travel by road/ rail to London airports when routes operate a short distance away… Read the full press release

KQ joins war against wildlife poaching

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Ms Virginia Mckenna - Founder and trustee of Born Free Foundation shakes hands with Dr Naikuni after the signing ceremony held the at Nairobi National Park

Nairobi, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kenya Airways has joined the war against wildlife poaching in a new partnership with Born Free Foundation, an international charity. The airline unveiled the deal today at the Nairobi National Park. Under the deal, the two organisations will not only contribute towards anti-poaching campaigns and conservation of wildlife in Africa, but… Read the full press release

Iberia flexibiliza sus tarifas para facilitar los cambios y reembolsos a los posibles clientes afectados

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La compañía agradece a sus clientes su comprensión en estos días de conflicto y pide disculpas por las molestias que esta situación les pueda ocasionar.  Madrid, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Iberia ha decidido flexibilizar ya las tarifas para la primera semana de huelga convocada por los sindicatos, pese a no tener aún los servicios mínimos y, por… Read the full press release