Category Archives: Attractions

Historic Scotland: Rowallan Old Castle to be converted into unique hotel accommodation, while maintaining the historic integrity of the building

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2015-2-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The first steps in paving the way for the conversion of Rowallan Old Castle into a key feature of a top class tourist destination in Kilmaurs, East Ayrshire was announced today (Friday 20 February). Following negotiations between Historic Scotland, Rowallan Castle’s owner Niall Campbell, and East Ayrshire Council,… Read the full news article

Tourism Authority of Thailand’s new campaign “2015 Discover Thainess” unveiled at Borsa Internazionale del Tourismo in Milan

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Milan / Bangkok, 2015-2-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The new national tourism promotion campaign “2015 Discover Thainess” has been unveiled in Italy with the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s participation in the Borsa Internazionale del Tourismo (BIT), the largest Italian travel fair, between 12-14 February, 2015, in Milan. The “2015 Discover Thainess” campaign will emphasise the… Read the full news article

Viator features selection of destination activities that will have snow-lovers smiling

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Love the Snow? Viator’s Selection of Cold-weather Travel Experiences Will Delight Travelers who Find Their Thrills in the Chill  San Francisco, CA, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — If you can’t beat them, join them – right? As snow and ice blanket much of the country, the team at Viator – the leading resource for researching and… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Duff House in Banff hosts new exhibition which explores number of pivotal moments in Scotland’s history

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — An exhibition which explores a number of pivotal moments in Scotland’s history is to open at Duff House in Banff. The Nation//Live is a pioneering project  by the National Galleries of Scotland which saw community groups in five regions across the country paired with a lead artist… Read the full news article

Two of Scotland’s top visitor attractions will mark the life and works of one of Scotland’s most famous poets and exports Robert Burns

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EDINBURGH, 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Two of Scotland’s top visitor attractions will mark the life and works of one of Scotland’s most famous poets and exports, Robert Burns, this weekend. Taking place over the weekend of the 24th and 25th January, the events will see Edinburgh and Stirling Castles celebrate the Scottish bard’s… Read the full news article

CCA Galleries International to host exhibition of war memorabilia supplied by The British Red Cross and sponsored by Nedbank to mark the 70th anniversary of the Channel Islands liberation

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JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the Channel Islands, CCA Galleries International is proud to host an exhibition of war memorabilia supplied by The British Red Cross and sponsored by Nedbank. The celebrations begin at No. 8 Hill Street on Wednesday 14th January with a… Read the full news article

The Channel Islands to host family-friendly attractions during the Channel Islands Heritage Festival, 3rd April – 11th May 2015

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JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Just a short hop by plane or ferry from the UK, the Channel Islands – Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark – play host to a plethora of family-friendly attractions, beaches, hotels and restaurants, delivering to parents and children alike a relaxing and fun-filled break. A must-see event… Read the full news article

Special fireworks, live entertainment, and extended hours, plus Knott’s signature rides and attractions at Knott’s Merry Farm on to the New Year’s Eve

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Featuring New Wholesome Entertainment, A Spectacular 2015 Countdown & Snow! BUENA PARK, CA, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown to the New Year is on at Knott’s Merry Farm! With special fireworks, live entertainment, and extended hours, plus Knott’s signature rides and attractions, Knott’s New Year’s Eve celebration is the place for you and… Read the full news article

Macau Government Tourist Office stages new series of 3D mapping shows in celebration of the 15th Anniversary of Macau SAR Establishment

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MACAU, 2014-12-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting today (15 December), Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) is staging a new series of 3D mapping shows around the themes “Past”, “Present” and “Future” respectively at three different tourist spots in celebration of the 15th Anniversary of Macau SAR Establishment together with visitors and local citizens. Organized… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Google Street View launched a new collection of historic Scottish sites

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of Scotland’s most iconic heritage sites are now available to view virtually. Google Street View has launched a new collection of historic Scottish sites, allowing people to now explore a number of the nation’s picturesque castles, forts and abbeys from their phone, tablet or computer. Partnering… Read the full news article

Las Vegas will host one of the largest pyrotechnic fireworks shows in the world this New Year

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The Entertainment Capital of the World Welcomes the New Year with Explosive Fireworks Displays, Concerts, Nightlife and Dining LAS VEGAS, 2014-12-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Las Vegas is the ultimate destination to bring in the New Year with stellar experiences across the Strip and beyond. The destination will host one of the largest pyrotechnic fireworks shows… Read the full news article

Edinburgh Castle named the UK’s Best Heritage Attraction for a record fourth year running at the 2014 British Travel Awards

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Edinburgh Castle has been named the UK’s Best Heritage Attraction for a record fourth year running at the 2014 British Travel Awards (BTAs). This year’s prestigious BTAs – the largest consumer voted awards in the UK – saw the castle, Scotland’s number one paid for visitor attraction, once… Read the full news article

Zoo Atlanta: Rory the red kangaroo has a new joey and the youngster can now be seen exploring the world from its mother’s pouch

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ATLANTA, 2014-10-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Zoo Atlanta: Rory the red kangaroo has a new joey and the youngster can now be seen exploring the world from its mother’s pouch WHO: Zoo Atlanta visitors have the rare opportunity to get a classic peek at motherhood, marsupial style. Rory the red kangaroo has a new… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Edinburgh Castle had record breaking 2 million visitors during summer 2014

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-10-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Scotland’s number one paid for tourist attraction, Edinburgh Castle has recorded a record breaking summer for visitors. The castle, which is Scotland’s number one paid for visitor attraction, saw 767,566 visitors go through its famous gates between June and September, a 3% increase on the previous record,… Read the full news article

Agoda.com announces its selection of hotels offering special promotions in Berlin, Germany to mark the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall

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SINGAPORE, 2014-10-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has prepared a list of hotels offering special promotions in Berlin, Germany to mark the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. The event was one of the twentieth century’s most defining… Read the full news article

Loews Don CeSar Hotel continues its tradition of being “pet friendly” as it celebrates Halloween with Loews Loves Pets party on October 30

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“Historic Hotel” to host 2nd Annual Howl-O-Ween Doggie Costume Contest & Bark Bash  to benefit Humane Society of Pinellas ST. PETE BEACH, Fla., 2014-10-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The iconic Loews Don CeSar Hotel will continue its tradition of being “pet friendly” as it celebrates Halloween with a Loews Loves Pets party full of tricks and treats… Read the full news article

Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle the only Scottish attractions shortlisted at the 2014 British Travel Awards

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown is on for people to cast their votes for Edinburgh Castle or Stirling Castle to be named Best UK Heritage Attraction at the 2014 British Travel Awards (BTAs), with voting closing on 30th September. The only Scottish attractions in the running for the prestigious award, they… Read the full news article

Woodland Park Zoo granted accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums’ Accreditation Commission for the seventh consecutive time

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SEATTLE, 2014-9-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Woodland Park Zoo has been granted accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums’ (AZA) Accreditation Commission, marking the seventh consecutive time for the zoo. Accreditation was announced Saturday, September 13 during AZA’s national conference held in Orlando, Florida. “Only zoos and aquariums that meet the highest standards are accredited… Read the full news article

Lincoln Park Zoo launches new ghost tours highlighting its spooky history

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Interactive Tour Highlights Spooky History of Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago, 2014-9-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning Oct. 2, guests will have an opportunity to see Lincoln Park Zoo like they never have seen it before – through the eyes of the undead. Thursdays in October, Ursula Bielski of Chicago Hauntings will be giving tours of the… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Doune Castle visitors to travel back in time to 16th century this weekend

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors to Doune Castle this weekend will have the opportunity to travel back in time to the 16th century to find out how the castle would have prepared for a royal visit. Fit for a Queen marks the arrival of Margaret Tudor, the Queen Dowager at Doune Castle, and… Read the full news article

29 year old wombat virgin Patrick received 258k ‘likes’ helping Tourism Australia’s Facebook page reach six million fans

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-8-27 — /Travel PR News/ — A 29 year old, wombat virgin has helped Tourism Australia’s Facebook page reach six million fans, making it the most followed tourism body on Facebook globally. Yesterday morning, Tourism Australia’s social media team posted a birthday greeting and photo of ‘Patrick the Wombat’ from Ballarat Wildlife Park on its… Read the full news article

London Gatwick unveiled two large-scale ‘urban sculptures’ designed to celebrate the ongoing expansion of its route network

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London Gatwick unveils two ultimate, urban sculptures by renowned artist, Zeus to inspire passengers and celebrate the airport’s expanded route network The sculptures depict New York’s Chrysler Building and Dubai’s Burj Al Arab celebrating the launch of Norwegian’s new services to New York and Emirates’ A380 flights to Dubai this year The new commissions expand… Read the full news article

Olympic Valley businesses raised $75,000 since 2012 to preserve and restore Lake Tahoe and the region’s watersheds

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PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn, Squaw Valley Lodge and Squaw Valley Ski Holdings raise funds to preserve and restore Lake Tahoe and the region’s watersheds through Green Bucks dollar donation program and direct contributions Olympic Valley, Calif., 2014-8-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Olympic Valley businesses have raised $75,000 since 2012 to preserve and restore Lake Tahoe and… Read the full news article

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and Woodland Park Zoo to release more than 130 western pond turtles to a protected recovery site on On August 8

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Seattle, WA, 2014-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Recovering population still faces challenges in the wild WHAT: On August 8, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Woodland Park Zoo will release more than 130 western pond turtles to a protected recovery site. The press is invited to the release site in Lakewood, Wash. The turtles… Read the full news article

Woodland Park Zoo to raffle off orangutan Towan’s painting at its annual Asian Wildlife Conservation Day on August 9

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Seattle, WA, 2014-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Woodland Park Zoo to raffle off orangutan Towan’s painting at its annual Asian Wildlife Conservation Day on August 9 WHAT: Male orangutan Towan is brushing up on his painting to create colorful, original artwork to be raffled off during Woodland Park Zoo’s annual Asian Wildlife Conservation Day on Saturday,… Read the full news article

LondonTown.com highlights the best events taking place in London this August

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RideLondon brings Olympic cyclists to London and the Notting Hill Carnival turns 50 LONDON, 2014-8-4 — /Travel PR News/ — RideLondon cycles into town, and Notting Hill Carnival celebrates 50 years since it all started, these are two events among the top 42 highlighted by LondonTown as the best events taking place in London this… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco to host exclusive bridal brunch featuring Vera Wang’s Fall 2014 Bridal Collection on August 10, 2014

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MKT Restaurant – Bar at Four Seasons hosts exclusive bridal brunch for fashion aficionados San Francisco, CA, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco invites brides-to-be and style aficionados to a Fashion Brunch at MKT Restaurant-Bar featuring the Fall 2014 Bridal Collection from Vera Wang. On Sunday, August 10, 2014 from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, guests will be greeted… Read the full news article

Food lovers: The Great Bath Feast 2014 to feature supper clubs, cooking classes, workshops and more between 1st October and 31st October

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MASTERCHEF 2014 CHAMPION CREATES A STIR IN THE CITY BATH, UK, 2014-7-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Great Bath Feast is the biggest and most diverse food festival in the South West. Not only is it an incredible experience for food lovers, it brings Bath’s fiercely independent restaurants together to create an atmosphere of sharing, caring… Read the full news article

Bath Tourism Plus announced the dates for Bath Christmas Market 2014

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BATH, UK, 2014-7-29 — /Travel PR News/ — As we bask in the hottest days of the year so far, it’s hard to believe that it’s only 150 days until Christmas. But, like a team of Santa’s elves, the organisers of the Bath Christmas Market, Bath Tourism Plus, work year round to organise the UK’s favourite… Read the full news article

Woodland Park Zoo to honor Seattle native Debbie Armstrong for her 1984 Olympic gold medal on July 24, 2014

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Seattle, WA, 2014-7-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Roses and bench to be dedicated in her honor WHAT: Thirty years ago, Seattle native Debbie Armstrong brought a gold medal home for her win in the giant slalom at the 1984 Winter Olympics. On July 24, former Seattle Mayor Charles Royer will join Woodland Park Zoo in honoring… Read the full news article