Category Archives: Arts and Culture

Original art piece from iconic contemporary artist Robert Rauschenberg will hang in the lobby of Park Hyatt Chicago

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Rarely seen series from iconic artist becomes centerpiece of hotel lobby and upholds Park Hyatt legacy of excellence in contemporary art Chicago, IL, US, 2014-2-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels & Resorts today announced the unveiling of an original art piece from iconic contemporary artist, Robert Rauschenberg, which will hang in the lobby of Park Hyatt Chicago. Titled Tropicana/Channel,… Read the full press release

Le Meurice announced partnership with the Théâtre du Palais Royal under the rubric of the Musical Mondays

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Paris, France, 2014-2-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Since 1835, artistic creation has been a defining element of the art de vivre as practised at Le Meurice. In this grand hotel, art is synonymous with a certain French genius, because such luxury is an embodiment of creativity and innovation – historically the highest order of artistic expression. Under the… Read the full press release

Kiwi singing sensation Lorde received royal welcome in New Zealand

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2014-1-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Riding high on a wave of success after scooping two awards at the star-studded Grammys, teen singing sensation Lorde received a New Zealand homecoming fit for a queen. Lorde – real named Ella Yelich-O’Connor – flew back to her hometown of Auckland after wowing viewers around the world with a… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago announced the headliners for the 31st Annual Chicago Blues Festival set for June 13 -15 in Grant Park

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FREE admission festival celebrates “Blues by the Lake” June 13-15 in Grant Park Chicago, IL, US, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is pleased to announce the headliners for the 31st Annual Chicago Blues Festival set for June 13 through June 15 in Grant Park. A weekend of “Blues by the Lake” begins at the Petrillo… Read the full press release

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to participate in One Million Actions for Planet Earth

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Powell, OH, US, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will be participating in One Million Actions for Planet Earth, a program that inspires people to share their green and sustainable activity on the myActions social platform. A collaboration with Arctic Action Teams (AAT), this program hopes that combined efforts from around the world will… Read the full press release

Tourism Toronto highlights the best Valentine’s Day in Toronto offers

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Toronto, CA, 2014-1-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Valentine’s Day in Toronto offers whatever your heart desires for an unforgettable and unique romantic experience. Book your romantic Toronto getaway on seetorontonow.com, where you can find the perfect Toronto Valentine’s Day experience with the best rates and availability from over 50 of Toronto’s hottest hotels, as well as the latest information on events, attractions… Read the full press release

LondonTown.com: New Openings in London in 2014

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Shakespeare’s Globe, the British Museum and Claridge’s reveal new spaces in 2014 London, UK, 2014-1-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new indoor theatre at Shakespeare’s Globe, the British Museum’s £135 million extension, and Heston Blumenthal’s new restaurant at the brand new £2.5 billion Heathrow Terminal 2 are just some of the exciting new venues to launch in… Read the full press release

Changi Airport Group to launch platform IMAGINE for the public to share their vision for Project Jewel

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Singapore, 2014-1-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the recent announcement that Project Jewel will be jointly developed by Changi Airport Group and CapitaMalls Asia, Jewel Changi Airport Devt, the property manager of Project Jewel, is now inviting the public to play an integral role in shaping the complex into an iconic, world-class lifestyle destination in Singapore. Titled IMAGINE,… Read the full press release

Hershey Theatre to welcome back RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles on Saturday, June 21

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Hershey, PA, US, 2014-1-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Anticipation of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles arrival in the United States, Hershey Theatre is proud to welcome back RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles on Saturday, June 21 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets for this show are $49.00, $59.00 and $69.00 (tax and applicable fees apply) and are… Read the full press release

The Broadway League’s Kids’ Night on Broadway to visit Hershey Theatre on February 26

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Hershey, PA, US, 2014-1-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kids’ Night on Broadway is a year-round national audience development program of The Broadway League, the national trade association of the Broadway industry, created to introduce kids and young adults to the magical world of theatrical entertainment. For the first time ever, Hershey Theatre is proud to participate on Wednesday,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara will be featured in Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici wedding on January 26, 2014

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Airing live on Sunday, January 26, 2014 from 8:00 to 10:00 pm ET on ABC Santa Barbara, CA, US, 2014-1-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara will be featured during the wedding special as former Bachelor Sean Lowe and fiancée Catherine Giudici celebrate their union with a spectacular live event.  This will mark… Read the full press release

Baltimore’s top wedding vendors gather for Charm City’s premier bridal event at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore on March 9, 2014

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Baltimore’s top wedding vendors come together for Charm City’s premier bridal event, which includes a VIP Luncheon featuring renowned wedding experts Baltimore, MD, US, 2014-1-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is preparing to help couples create the wedding of their dreams in just onemarvelous afternoon on Sunday, March 9, 2014. The newly engaged will spend the day enjoying endless… Read the full press release

LondonTown.com: Legendary London boat prepares for new adventure

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Victorian tea clipper the Cutty Sark in Greenwich unveils new performance space in lower hold later this month. London, UK, 2014-1-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Cutty Sark in Greenwich, the world’s only remaining tea clipper and a major London landmark, will open a brand new performance space in its lower hold on Wednesday, 29th January. The… Read the full press release

Spirits enthusiasts invited to the third annual San Antonio Cocktail Conference, January 16-19, 2014

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San Antonio, TX, US, 2014-1-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — The third annual San Antonio Cocktail Conference, January 16-19, 2014, brings together spirits enthusiasts and industry experts alike for cocktail education, tasting events, competitions and more, all celebrating the art of the cocktail. San Antonio’s conference is the only one of its kind in Texas and quickly becoming noted… Read the full press release

Air Partner announced VIP Sponsor of UK’s largest Fair for modern British and contemporary art, London Art Fair

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London, UK, 2014-1-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air Partner – a world leading provider of aviation charter services to governments, corporates and private individuals and the only company of its kind to hold a Royal Warrant, has been announced as a VIP Sponsor of the London Art Fair. London Art Fair, the UK’s largest Fair for modern British… Read the full press release

Chicago WinterDance to take place at the Chicago Cultural Center on January 3–5, 2014

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Chicago, Il, United States, 2013-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce the schedule for Chicago WinterDance, January 3–5 at the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington St.). The popular dancing series is the winter version of the popular SummerDance series, bringing people of all ages and skill levels together… Read the full press release

The 4th Season of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” to feature The City of Palm Springs, California

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Palm Springs, CA, USA, 2013-12-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The City of Palm Springs will be featured on two upcoming episodes for the 4th Season of  “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.”  The cast and crew recently filmed at several locations in Palm Springs including Colony 29 and Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. The two episodes are scheduled to air on December 9… Read the full press release

98th Pennsylvania Farm Show, Jan. 4-11 at Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg

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Harrisburg, PA, USA, 2013-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agriculture Secretary George Greig invites Pennsylvanians to celebrate agriculture during the 98th Pennsylvania Farm Show, Jan. 4-11 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg. The eight-day show, themed “Pennsylvania Farms: Growing for You,” features 6,000 animals, 10,000 competitive exhibits and 300 commercial exhibitors. “Pennsylvania’s more than… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways owned destination management company Hala Abu Dhabi to introduce tours and safaris services in United Arab Emirates

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Abu Dhabi, 2013-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hala Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s leading destination management company of Etihad Airways, has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of tours and safaris services in the United Arab Emirates. An exciting range of city tours and desert safaris have been launched this week, which are operated by Hala… Read the full press release

flydubai marked the UAE’s 42nd National Day with flag-waving display across its network

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2013-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai, United Arab Emirates: flydubai has marked the UAE’s 42nd National Day with a flag-waving display across its network. The display also marks Dubai’s successful bid to host the World Expo 2020. Every time a flydubai aircraft touched down at each destination across its network, pilots and cabin crew members… Read the full press release

Aeroflot’s Airbus A330 operations turned five years, airliner was named after great Russian conductor Evgeny Svetlanov

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Moscow, Russia, 2013-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Five years ago, the very first aircraft Airbus A330 joined Aeroflot’s fleet. The airliner was named in honor of the great Russian — conductor Evgeny Svetlanov — whose 80th anniversary was celebrated in 2008. The welcoming ceremony of the first A330 was attended by Svetlanov’s daughter and son, friends and colleagues of this brilliant musician. The performance of the The… Read the full press release

UNWTO and UNESCO to cooperate on sustainable tourism and the protection of natural and cultural heritage

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UNWTO and the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) forged a new cooperation agreement consolidating efforts on sustainable tourism and the protection of natural and cultural heritage (26 November 2013, New York, USA). Madrid, Spain, 2013-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the Memorandum of Understanding, signed by UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai and UNESCO Director General, Irina Bokova, in… Read the full press release

The popular airberlin chocolate heart souvenir now comes in special Christmas edition with three different colours

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Berlin, Germany, 2013-11-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The airberlin chocolate heart is one of the most popular souvenirs for frequent flyers to bring home. Every flight guest on a German domestic or Euroshuttle flight receives one in goodbye from the flight attendants. Now, the chocolate hearts from Rausch are also available in a special Christmas edition with three… Read the full press release

Thai city of Khon Kaen invites for its Happy Family Party from 25 to 31 December 2013 culminating in countdown firework spectacular

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Khon Kaen, Thailand, 2013-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — To see off 2013 and countdown to the New Year, the Northeastern Thai city of Khon Kaen is welcoming one and all to its Happy Family Party. This fun-filled event, which takes place on Srichan Road by the ancient Khon Kaen gate, will see the city light up in a… Read the full press release

Knott’s Berry Farm announced two major projects for 2014 that continue reinvestment in the park’s rich history and heritage

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Buena Park, Calif., United States, 2013-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Knott’s Berry Farm is proud to announce two major projects for 2014 that continue reinvestment in the park’s rich history and heritage. Camp Snoopy celebrates its 30th Anniversary with the revitalization of the entire land of High Sierra fun. The classic Calico Mine Ride, Knott’s first major attraction and theme park… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Prague and luxury brands Bvlgari, Brioni, Laurent-Perrier, and Tatiana Kovaříková hosted charity dinner for Pink Bubble Foundation

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Prague, Czech Republic, 2013-11-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Prague hosted the charity dinner BUBLINKY for Pink Bubble Foundation on October 23, 2013 at its restaurant CottoCrudo. A number of well-known brands – Italian jewelry designer Bvlgari, Brioni fashion house, Laurent-Perrier luxury Champagne, and Czech fashion designer Tatiana Kovaříková supported this special event. The joint efforts of all of the partners raised CZK 172,000 to… Read the full press release

Park Hyatt and BOND Strategy and Influence launched new online contemporary art magazine ARTPHAIRE

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Contributors Include Art World Visionaries Tom Sachs, Anne Pasternak, KAWS, Kehinde Wiley, Simon De Pury and Others Chicago, Il, United States, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Park Hyatt and BOND Strategy and Influence announced today the launch of ARTPHAIRE, a new online contemporary art magazine debuting to coincide with this fall’s biggest international art shows. Dedicated to bringing art enthusiasts… Read the full press release

BUD Gallery exhibition space opens at Budapest Airport

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Budapest, Hungary, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport inaugurated an exhibition space along the corridor linking the arrivals levels of Terminals 2A and 2B. The exhibition area, called BUD Gallery, will primarily be used to accommodate photography exhibitions. First to be displayed are a series of photographs depicting the works of contemporary Hungarian jewelry designers. The new… Read the full press release

Pennsylvania students invited to participate in the annual 2014 Aviation Art Contest

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Top Entries to be entered in National Competition Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 2013-11-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pennsylvania students are invited to depict aviation’s importance to public safety by participating in the annual 2014 Aviation Art Contest. The contest theme, “Flying Saves Lives,” aims to illustrate how aircraft can transport much-needed supplies or provide relief during emergencies. Entries must be… Read the full press release

The International Silk Festival “Pook Xiao” Tradition and Red Cross Fair 2013 in Khon Kaen, Thailand

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Khon Kaen,Thailand, 2013-11-7 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Silk Festival, “Pook Xiao” Tradition and Red Cross Fair 2013 is set to become the hub of silk cultural exchange and trading in the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS). Highlights of the show will include the double-bill international seminar and business matching event entitled “Mekong Silk Road in the GMS”,… Read the full press release