2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Colo, Queen of the Columbus Zoo, Celebrates 56th Birthday WHAT: Colo’s 56th Birthday Celebration. WHO: Festivities are open to Zoo members and anyone who pays general Zoo admission on the day of the event. WHEN: Saturday, December 22, 2012 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: Expedition Congo, African Forest region of… Read the full news article
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Saint Louis Zoo Current Attendance Tops 3.4 million—Sets All-Time Record Free admission to Emerson Children’s Zoo this Saturday and Sunday
2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Saint Louis Zoo is urging its many fans to help the Zoo hit an amazing milestone: 3.5 million visitors in a single year! Attendance as of Dec. 24, 2012 stands at 3,492,120 visitors—well above 2011 attendance of 3,019,597 and the Zoo’s earlier record attendance of 3,101,830 set in 2009. As a… Read the full news article
Zoo Atlanta, WHAT’S A LESSER KUDU?
2012-12-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Find out when Sherlock and Watson debut at Zoo Atlanta WHO: Welcome Sherlock and Watson, two young male lesser kudus, to the Zoo Atlanta family. Sherlock and Watson are the first ambassadors for their species ever to be represented at the Zoo. WHAT: Both are a year old and hail from San Diego Zoo… Read the full news article
Winter Adventure Without Skis in Colorado
DENVER, 2012-12-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Colorado is known around the world for its epic skiing and snowboarding and its 25 world-class ski resorts and areas. Yet, visitors who are looking to experience the other side of Colorado’s winter season will find countless other activities, from ice climbing and snowmobiling to snow biking and dog sledding. Following… Read the full news article
Agoda.com customers name top ten cities for nightlife
2012-12-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has released a list of the top ten cities that offer the best nightlife excitement, as chosen by its customers. And with New Year’s Eve quickly approaching, these cities are perfect for a quick getaway if nothing’s been planned… Read the full news article
San Antonio Cocktail Conference Offers Top Classes and Events
2012-12-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The second annual San Antonio Cocktail Conference January 17-23, 2013, 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 as one of… Read the full news article
U.S. Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio Features Nation’s Premier High School All-Stars
2012-12-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The annual U.S. Army All-American Bowl, the nation’s premier high school football game, will take place once again in San Antonio’s Alamodome on January 5, 2013. The Bowl features the best 90 players in a classic East vs. West match-up. Featuring talented young football players from across the nation, the game is an… Read the full news article
Hard Work Makes Holiday Lights at Garvan Woodland Gardens Happen
Article follows the photos. Click on a thumbnail to view and download a high-resolution version of the image. Due to the large file size of the high-res images, they may take a few minutes to appear. You must be logged in to view the high-res images. ore than two million holiday lights illuminate Garvan Woodland Gardens… Read the full news article
Un Carnevale nel segno della tradizione all’Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
L’elegante Hotel sull’isola della Giudecca propone due pacchetti speciali per festeggiare il Carnevale di Venezia secondo l’antica tradizione veneziana VENEZIA – 2012-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — L’Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, il prestigioso hotel del Gruppo Hilton, offre due pacchetti speciali per chi desidera vivere il Carnevale da vero protagonista, immergendosi nell’elettrizzante atmosfera di uno dei momenti più… Read the full news article
Holidoo, the all-natural gift that keeps on giving Popular Zoo Doo compost available now in festive packaging
2012-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Holidoo, the all-natural gift that keeps on giving Popular Zoo Doo compost available now in festive packaging WHAT Woodland Park Zoo’s own Dr. Doo has been hard at work specially crafting a seasonal blend of Holidoo for the holiday. Holidoo consists of compost and bedding featuring rich manures of nearly two dozen zoo… Read the full news article
Zoo Atlanta, CHANGES TO GIRAFFE FEEDING TIMES
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 news article
San Diego Zoo’s Panda Cub, “All Mine and I’m Not Sharing!”
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 news article
Escape to Toronto’s Boutique Towns for Unforgettable Holiday Fun
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 news article
San Antonio Throws One of Nation’s Largest New Year’s Bashes!
2012-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Free and fun for the entire family, San Antonio is estimating more than a quarter-million party-goers to attend Celebrate San Antonio on New Year’s Eve. This rockin’ event will close out 2012 with live music on three stages and a savory assortment of worldly cuisines. When the clock strikes midnight, the San… Read the full news article
Vermont, Enjoy Winter in the Green Mountain State this January
Explore Winter in the Green Mountain State this January 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The month of January has dynamic cultural events and outdoor celebrations of Vermont’s official winter sports, skiing and riding, and all the revelry that surrounds them. Young Tradition Vermont Reunion Jan. 4 Burlington, Vt. Annual reunion of alumni of Young Tradition Vermont showcasing… Read the full news article
From Firewalking to Dog Sledding, Vermont Does New Year’s Eve Differently
Ring in the New Year Vermont-Style: 13 Varied Events to Celebrate 2013 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — While hordes of revelers head to Times Square, those seeking a New Year’s celebration outside the norm head to Vermont. Yes, the Green Mountain State is host to traditional New Year’s Eve festivals full of fireworks and fanfare, but there’s also… Read the full news article
QATAR AIRWAYS CONGRATULATES WINNER AT WORLD SQUASH TOURNAMENT IN DOHA
Airline Title Sponsor Of Key Sporting Event Doha, QATAR — 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways, Official Airline of the Men’s Qatar PSA World Championship 2012, congratulates World Champion Ramy Ashour from Egypt on winning this year’s squash tournament in Doha. In what can only be described as exhilarating, Ashour defeated fellow countryman Mohamed El Shorbagy… Read the full news article
Zoo Atlanta, GORILLA HOLIDAY AND MORE!
2012-12-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Santa comes early to the bachelor pad, and even more Zoo primates join a festive tradition WHO: No gift wrap department is a match for a 380-pound gorilla, but at Zoo Atlanta, half the fun is in the unwrapping. On Saturday, December 15 at 2:30 p.m., the western lowland gorillas get their annual… Read the full news article
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo, TWO ANDEAN BEAR CUBS BORN AT SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO
2012-12-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is celebrating the birth of two Andean bear cubs born overnight to 6-year-old Billie Jean. The first cub was born around 12:01 a.m. and the second at 2:02 a.m. These two cubs were sired by Nikki, who was humanely euthanized in August. This species has a high mortality rate,… Read the full news article
VisitEngland congratulates Yorkshire on Tour de France bid
2012-12-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — In reaction to Yorkshire winning the bid to host the Grand Départ of the Tour de France, VisitEngland’s Chief Executive James Berresford said: “Congratulations to Yorkshire on winning the bid to host the Grand Départ of the Tour de France 2014. This is a fantastic opportunity for Yorkshire and will showcase to… Read the full news article
San Diego Zoo, Panda Cub Xiao Liwu, Barking Up a Tree
SAN DIEGO- 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Diego Zoo keepers placed a small section of a tree branch and some fresh bamboo on the ground for the panda cub’s 17th exam this morning. Xiao Liwu was eager to explore and climbed over the branch while practicing his coordinated climbing skills for keepers. The 19-week-old panda weighed 14… Read the full news article
ENGLAND’S UNDERGROUND TREASURES
As London prepares to celebrate 100 years of The Tube, the national tourist board looks at other underground experiences not to be missed. 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — January 2013 marks 150 years of the London Underground, the world’s oldest underground network, familiarly known by locals as ‘The Tube’. Love it or hate it, London’s underground network… Read the full news article
RunWay Runaround: This Time It’s War – 24th March 2013
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Go behind the wire at RAF St Mawgan and Newquay Cornwall Airport and run 10k or 4k through Cornwall’s military history. Run passed Cold-War-era bombproof aircraft shelters, historic aircraft and through the active RAF St Mawgan camp. Battle the winter blues. Beat your personal best. or perhaps just combat those Christmas choccies!… Read the full news article
‘The Amazing Race’ to be Honored with ALIS Innovation Award
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Emmy Award-winning reality television series, ‘The Amazing Race,’ will receive the prestigious ALIS Innovation Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), January 22-24, 2013, in Los Angeles. The award is being presented on the first day of the conference to the popular CBS show for the innovative spotlight it shines… Read the full news article
Three-year National Champion reign at The Bar at The Dorchester
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — For three years running, the team of skilled and experienced bartenders at The Bar at The Dorchester have secured the winning title at the annual National Championship Cocktail Competition, supplying the nation’s Champion Bartender – and subsequently the UK representative – at the Bartenders Guild Global Cocktail Competition, which follows shortly after…. Read the full news article
India Bags three World Travel Awards
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — India has bagged three prestigious awards from World Travel Awards (WTA). These are: World’s Leading Destination – India, World’s Leading Tourist Board – Incredible India and World’s Leading Tourist Attraction – Taj Mahal. Union Tourism Minister Sh. K. Chiranjeevi received these awards here today. Speaking on the occasion, the Union Tourism Minister… Read the full news article
ENJOY A RAIL-Y DIFFERENT DAY OUT IN 2013 ABOARD THE BRITISH PULLMAN AND NORTHERN BELLE UK DAY TRAINS
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In 2013, the British Pullman and Northern Belle, sister trains to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will be taking guests in style and comfort on a number of new exciting and interesting day trips across Great Britain, departing from a host of regional stations year-round. As leisure rail travel and the vintage era are… Read the full news article
New to See and Do in Virginia for 2013
New destinations, major anniversaries and LOVE popping up around the Commonwealth next year RICHMOND, Va. – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — A vacation in Virginia is all about love, pure and simple. Virginia enjoys its well-deserved reputation as a top American travel destination with high-quality experiences that enable visitors to feel completely connected to loved ones. Though… Read the full news article
San Antonio Readies for 20th Annual Valero Alamo Bowl
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Antonio offers football fans a multitude of holiday events and activities to fill their days and nights while in town for the 20th annual Valero Alamo Bowl featuring the Oregon Beavers and Texas Longhorns (December 29, 2011 at the Alamodome). Plan a few extra days before and after the Alamo Bowl to… Read the full news article
COLORADO EXTREME SPORTS EVENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT THIS WINTER
Action sports competitions to entertain and challenge spectators and participants Denver, 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ —With fresh snow on the ground and most Colorado ski resorts open for business, extreme sports events will take center stage this winter season. Colorado’s mountains offer guests opportunities to watch professional ski and snowboard athletes compete for coveted titles, or strap… Read the full news article