Category Archives: Attractions

Calgary shortlisted as one of the world’s top five Ultimate Sports Cities by SportBusiness International

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CALGARY, 2014-03-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Calgary has been shortlisted by SportBusiness International as one of the world’s top five Ultimate Sports Cities recognizing Calgary’s rise on the international sport hosting scene. Calgary has been shortlisted along with other established sport hosting centres Auckland, Copenhagen, London and Melbourne. Since 2006, the SportBusiness International list has been published every two… Read the full news article

USDA Wildlife Services assisted Chicago Department of Aviation capture snowy owls and relocate them 75 miles away from the airport

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CHICAGO, 2014-03-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Even though the calendar says it spring, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) still has some visitors who serve as reminders of the long winter of 2013-2014. Several snowy owls have been spotted in and around O’Hare and Midway International Airports. In fact, the number of snowy owl sightings this winter in the Chicago has… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Inner Forth is set for huge boost after £1.9 million award to revitalise the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-03-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The historic and natural environment of the Inner Forth is set for a huge boost, following the awarding of £1.9 million to revitalise the area. The money was given to the Inner Forth Landscape Initiative (ILFI): a four year series of 50 projects, aiming to improve access to heritage… Read the full news article

Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announced headliners to perform in Millennium Park for the 36th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival

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The festival celebrates the very best of Jazz at the Chicago Cultural Center and on four stages in Millennium Park, August 28-31 Chicago, Il, 2014-03-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is pleased to announce the headliners performing in Millennium Park for the 36th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival. The… Read the full news article

The Las Vegas News Bureau presents collection of color-enhanced historic Las Vegas landmarks photos from 1950-1960

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New Exhibition Re-Visualizes Timeless Black and White Photos with Color  Las Vegas, 2014-03-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Las Vegas News Bureau is presenting a unique collection of photos of historic Las Vegas landmarks that have been enhanced with vibrant colors and soft pastels. The added color offers a vivid visual interpretation of some of our… Read the full news article

LUX* Maldives announced the third edition of the ‘Underwater Festival’, 16 – 20 April 2014

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MALDIVES, 2014-03-14 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* Maldives is proud to announce the third edition of the ‘Underwater Festival’, taking place on the island from 16 to 20 April 2014. Co-sponsoring the event, the leading diving company Euro-Divers presents an array of activities ranging from scuba diving to few of the most beautiful dive sites… Read the full news article

Giraffe newcomers Etana, Isooba and Zuberi joined Zoo Atlanta’s resident male Abu

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ATLANTA, 2014-03-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Newcomers Etana, Isooba and Zuberi and buddy Abu have formed a new herd WHO: Wonder no longer about the identity of the three tall, handsome strangers in the African Plains habitat at Zoo Atlanta. Giraffe newcomers Etana, Isooba and Zuberi have joined the Zoo’s resident male, Abu, to form… Read the full news article

Male Sumatran tiger returns to Zoo Atlanta for another chance at fatherhood

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ATLANTA, 2014-03-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Male Sumatran tiger returns to Zoo Atlanta for another chance at fatherhood WHO: Zoo Atlanta welcomes the return of a spectacular big cat who’s back in Atlanta for a chance to get reacquainted with his former feline flame. Kavi, a 13-year-old male Sumatran tiger, recently traveled back to the… Read the full news article

Zoo Atlanta invites artists for its first plein air event Art Gone Wild, apply before end of March

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ATLANTA, 2014-03-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Apply by March 31 for consideration for the Zoo’s first plein air event WHO: Zoo Atlanta has issued an official call for artists for Art Gone Wild, a showcase of the animals, botanicals and scenery of the Zoo through the eyes of local talents. Interested artists are invited to… Read the full news article

Wooden roller coaster The Beast at Kings Island turns 35

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KINGS ISLAND, Ohio, 2014-3-13 — /Travel PR News/ — It is still growing and prowling, after all these years. A legend in its own time, it is the holy grail of wooden roller coasters. The Beast at Kings Island celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2014 and shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, the ride… Read the full news article

Jersey’s calendar of events for 2014

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JERSEY,  2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — If you’re searching for the perfect getaway with long sun-filled days, or something to keep the whole family entertained, look no further than the beautiful island of Jersey. Whether you’re after an active break packed with adrenaline fuelled fun, a gastronomic experience of Michelin star quality, a romantic retreat, a… Read the full news article

Jersey to host its annual Food Festival from Friday 23rd – Monday 26th May 2014

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JERSEY, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey will host its annual Food Festival from Friday 23rd – Monday 26th May 2014, celebrating the very best of the island’s gastronomic delights. Now in its fourth year, the festival showcases the skill and tradition that lies behind sourcing the local specialities for which Jersey is famous. Fresh and local are the two… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Edinburgh Castle welcomed over 1.4 million visitors for first time in its history

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Edinburgh Castle most-visited paid-for attraction in Scotland and most-visited paid-for UK attraction outside of London Edinburgh Castle has welcomed over 1.4 million visitors for the first time in its history. The figures were released today (5th March) by the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) which comprises over 200… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental Macau introduced Macau Cultural Discovery holiday

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Hong Kong, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Macau presents an inspiring Macau Cultural Discovery holiday, where guests will gain the most out of this culture-rich city during escorted tours to world-class cultural and historical spots, as well as other intriguing destinations all over Macau. The Macau Cultural Discovery package is available until 29… Read the full news article

Canada: Sunshine Village announced the opening of the internationally recognised Delirium Dive

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BANFF, AB, Canada, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Home to some of the most extreme in-bounds terrain in North America, Sunshine Village has announced that the internationally recognised Delirium Dive will open today. The area is renowned for its challenging runs, 2,000 feet of vertical and 40 degree average pitch that tests the strength of even the most… Read the full news article

U.S. singer songwriter Chip Taylor arrived at Belfast International Airport for series of concerts as part of the United Airlines Belfast Nashville Songwriters Festival

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ —  U.S. singer songwriter Chip Taylor touched down at Belfast International Airport this morning, direct from New York City.  He is in Belfast to play a series of concerts as part of the United Airlines Belfast Nashville Songwriters Festival which starts tomorrow (Friday 28th February 2014).  Chip is… Read the full news article

Scotland: TWO of the country’s most iconic Victorian baths clubs awarded “A” listed status by Historic Scotland

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-2-25 — /Travel PR News/ — TWO of the country’s most iconic Victorian baths clubs have been awarded “A” listed status by Historic Scotland. The Arlington Baths Club in Arlington Street, near Charing Cross which was founded in 1870 and The Western Baths Club in Cranworth Street, Hillhead which dates from 1876 remain treasured examples… Read the full news article

Airbnb to team up with Capitol Records and Cashmere Agency during the 2014 SXSW Music Festival in Austin, TX

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Exclusive artist-curated pop-ups from Snoop Dogg, Capital Cities and Allen Stone with special daily programming to provide an array of exciting sounds, tastes and sights for a one–of-a-kind festival experience SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2014-2-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Airbnb, the world’s leading community driven hospitality company today announced it is teaming up with Capitol Records and… Read the full news article

Deering Seafood Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary on March 30th at the historic Deering Estate at Cutler, Miami

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MIAMI, 2014-2-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Get ready to party! The team behind this year’s Deering Seafood Festival have planned a non-stop island celebration in honor of their 10th anniversary, complete with delicious catch from the waters of the world, a fun-filled kids’ adventure called “10 Leagues Under the Sea,” stilt walkers, a Junkanoo musical parade and… Read the full news article

New Zealand’s award-winning Huka Lodge to celebrate its 90th birthday

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Taupo, New Zealand, 2014-2-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — New Zealand’s award-winning Huka Lodge is set to celebrate its 90th birthday in style with a selection of inspirational and intimate events planned for 2014. The luxury lodge – located in the North Island region of Taupo – will celebrate achieving this momentous milestone with a selection of some of… Read the full news article

Canada: Sunshine Village Ski Resort opens the Wild West freeride zone

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Alberta, Canada, 2014-2-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sunshine Village Ski Resort opened the Wild West freeride zone today. Abundant snowfall throughout the week has provided the ideal conditions to open the extreme terrain. With 79 cm (2 ft, 7 in) of snow falling on the resort this past week coupled with a solid 178 cm (5 ft, 10 in)… Read the full news article

Zoo Atlanta: African lion cubs may now be seen on exhibit with both parents

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ATLANTA, 2014-2-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — African lion cubs may now be seen on exhibit with both parents WHO: The humans aren’t the only ones drawn outside by this week’s unseasonably warm weather. The spring-like temperatures are also a bonus for Zoo Atlanta’s African lions, now exploring their exhibit as a pride for the first time since the… Read the full news article

Jersey’s first ever Wetland Centre opened its doors to the public on the World Wetlands Day

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JERSEY, 2014-2-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jersey’s first ever Wetland Centre opened its doors to the public Sunday 2 February, World Wetlands Day. The day marked the culmination of a four-year project to restore the wetland area, and create a visitor centre, around St Ouen’s Pond. The work was undertaken by the National Trust for Jersey, and jointly… Read the full news article

Join Woodland Park Zoo for 10-day Kenya safari with zoo’s COO Bruce Bohmke

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Seattle, WA, US, 2014-2-7 — /travelprnews.com/ — Trip informational session takes place February 13 at Woodland Park Zoo WHAT: Join Woodland Park Zoo for an information session about an unforgettable trip to Africa for a 10-day Kenya safari in June led by Bruce Bohmke, the zoo’s Chief Operations Officer, and a Classic Escapes representative. Touch down in… Read the full news article

Sochi 2014: Russian telecommunications company MegaFon to Demonstrate Fans’ Faces Enlarged by 3500 Times

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Sochi, Russia, 2014-2-7 — /travelprnews.com/ — The MegaFon pavilion that belongs to one of the biggest Russian telecommunications companies has every opportunity to become the most notable pavilion at the Sochi Olympics. It resembles Mount Rushmore, but in the digital era. Its facade is comprised of 11,000 actuators, which transform the building’s facade into a three-dimensional portrait… Read the full news article

Air charter broker Air Partner selected by Twofour Group to fly the celebrity contestants for Channel 4’s hit show The Jump

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Air Partner, the leading air charter broker, was delighted to be selected by Twofour Group to fly the celebrity contestants for Channel 4’s hit show The Jump. London, UK, 2014-2-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air Partner flew the celebrity contestants and the show’s team from Gatwick to Innsbruck for training on a Bombardier Dash 8 aircraft on 15… Read the full news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article