2012-10-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — What: More than 80 airplanes will taxi down the streets of Palm Springs for a “Parade of Planes” starting from the Palm Springs International Airport to the Palm Springs Convention Center. The aircraft will be on display outside and inside the venue for the 2012 Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Attractions
24th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest Ends in Splendor Fireworks Team from China Won the First Prize
2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 24th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest has come to a perfect finale. The Panda Fireworks Group from China proudly won the first prize, followed by the teams from France, Lacroix-Ruggieri and Australia, Infinity Pyrotechnic in the second and third place respectively. The prize-giving ceremony took place at Macau Tower, director of… Read the full press release
One year on: Signature Experiences Collection® case studies Vol. 2: Hôtel de Glace.
Spending the night under ice recalls the igloos of old for visitors and gains great media exposure for this Québec City enterprise. 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s more than just a “Hazy Shade of Winter” to central and eastern Canada: visitors flock from around the world, or just hop over the border from the US to Canada, to… Read the full press release
Chicago’s Natural Beauty on Display at Chicago’s Airports
CHICAGO, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new photo exhibit showcasing Chicago’s natural beauty has landed at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. Last fall, the Chicago Park District Natural Areas Program asked Chicagoans to “Take their best shot!” and photograph nature in the city. Over 250 photographs were submitted and judged in four categories: People in Nature, Native Flora,… Read the full press release
Flamingos hatch at Woodland Park Zoo
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — WHAT Three Chilean flamingos have hatched at Woodland Park Zoo, marking the fourth successful breeding season for the species. The press is invited behind the scenes to view the chicks and parents. The chicks hatched on exhibit between Aug. 31 and Sept. 5, following a 29-day incubation period. To ensure a higher chance… Read the full press release
Creepy Hollow, Eerie Shores Among Spooky Stops at Boo at the Zoo
Powell, OH – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium invites ghouls and boys of all ages to cackle and quiver during Boo at the Zoo, a merry-not-scary Halloween celebration presented by Diet Pepsi, Oct. 19-21 and Oct. 26-28. This year’s event features special guests, the Avengers, who will star in live shows… Read the full press release
Meet Conservation Heroes in Person
Zoo Visitors Can Meet Indianapolis Prize Winner, Five Finalists and Global Wildlife Ambassador Jane Alexander INDIANAPOLIS – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to the Indianapolis Zoo will have the rare opportunity to meet some of the world’s best known and most respected conservationists at a special event on Sept. 29, 2012. Appearing at Meet a Hero, Be… Read the full press release
12th Season Of Free Ice Skating In Chicago’s Millennium Park
The Mccormick Tribune Ice Rink OPENS ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Michigan Avenue Ice Skating Rink Offers Free Admission 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — The McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park will open on Friday, November 16, 2012 and will remain open through mid-March 2013, weather permitting. For the last 11 years, the rink has drawn more… Read the full press release
San Diego Zoo Panda Cub Receives First Vaccination During Sixth Exam
San Diego Zoo Panda Cub Receives First Vaccination During Sixth Exam Eyes and Ears Continue to Open, No Sign of Teeth 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Veterinarians today at the San Diego Zoo administered the first vaccination to the giant panda cub during his sixth exam. The male cub didn’t make a sound or flinch for the… Read the full press release
Woodland Park Zoo’s 2012-13 fall and winter programs
Fall and winter hours and admission fees 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hours October 1 -April 30: 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. daily. Admission October 1-April 30: Adult (13-64) $11.75; Child (3-12) $8.50; Toddler (0-2) free. Active, retired, and veteran U.S. military and their families, seniors and people with physical disabilities receive an admission discount. Zoo members receive free… Read the full press release
Ottertoberfest presented by MOST – Missouri’s 529 College Savings Plan
Saturday and Sunday September 29-30, October 6-7, 13-14, 2012 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is FREE 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — In honor of the fun-loving North American river otters, the Zoo will host Ottertoberfest, a fall event featuring traditional German biergartens, live music, kids’ activities and more. At the biergartens, visitors can purchase beer, bratwurst and… Read the full press release
What Young Desert Tortoises are Wearing
What Young Desert Tortoises are Wearing 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Researcher, Jennifer Germano Ph.D., looks at the transmitter worn by a juvenile tortoise before releasing it into the desert in southern Nevada. On Friday, September 21, a team of conservationists translocated 60 juvenile tortoises into a large protected habitat area. The project is part of a… Read the full press release
SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOOLOGICAL PARK WINS MAJOR AWARDS FOR CONSERVATION AND DIVERSITY EDUCATION
2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) announced Sept. 19 that the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park has been awarded Top Honors for the 2012 AZA International Conservation Award for its Scientific Approaches to Conservation of Giant Pandas and Their Habitat program and Significant Achievement for the 2012 Angela Peterson Excellence in Diversity Award for… Read the full press release
Cuter Every Week: San Diego Zoo Panda Cub Has Fifth Exam
Cuter Every Week: San Diego Zoo Panda Cub Has Fifth Exam San Diego Zoo Global Accepting Name Submissions until Sept. 24 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — The panda cub at the San Diego Zoo was very calm today during his fifth veterinary exam. The male panda, born on July 29, 2012, weighed 4.9 pounds (2.26 kilograms), nearly… Read the full press release
Philadelphia Zoo’s Tammy Schmidt to Participate in Polar Bears International’s Leadership Camp
Philadelphia Zoo’s Carnivore Curator Tammy Schmidt Travels to See Wild Polar Bears as Part of Polar Bears International’s Leadership Camp 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Philadelphia Zoo’s Curator of Carnivores Tammy Schmidt will travel to the tundra near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, in early October for a week-long Communicators Leadership Camp sponsored by Polar Bears International (PBI), the… Read the full press release
160 Chinese Couples to Tie the Knot in Cha-am, Thai Style
Cha-am, Phetchaburi, 2012-10-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — A total of 160 couples from China are to tie the knot in the first such joint mass ceremony to be held in the Thai beach resort of Cha-am on Oct 10. The couples are the first batch of 999 couples who have signed up for five-day, four-night packages to… Read the full press release
Hershey Gardens Opens “Bonsai: Living Art” Seasonal Exhibit
2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT:Hershey Gardens Opens “Bonsai: Living Art” Seasonal Exhibit WHEN:Friday, October 12 through Sunday, November 11 WHERE: Hershey Gardens 170 Hotel Road Hershey, PA 17033 www.HersheyGardens.org 717-534-3492 WHO: Guests of all ages DETAILS: The annual bonsai exhibit, provided by the Susquehanna Bonsai Association and Central Pennsylvania Bonsai Clubs, opens at Hershey… Read the full press release
Chocolate Treats Are Extra Sweet at Halloween In Hershey
Hershey, Pa., 2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Halloween season transforms the town of Hershey into an extra sweet destination. Featuring family-friendly events and activities, Halloween In Hershey provides guests with three weekends of spooktacular thrills. The celebration takes place on October 19-21, October 26-28 and November 2-4, and includes: Hersheypark in the Dark Featuring more than 50… Read the full press release
Fall Foliage: When Should We Expect To See Autumn’s Bright Colors?
2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Autumn has arrived in Arkansas and with it crisper air and cooler temperatures. It’s a very busy time as well with travelers visiting the Natural State to view the vibrant fall colors. But this year’s harsh summer drought and severe temperatures have some wondering if we’ll see a great display of turning… Read the full press release
Giant LOVE artwork to appear in Natural Bridge Corn Maze September 29
Natural Bridge to be part of Virginia is for Lovers social media marketing campaign Richmond, Va., 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Love is popping up all over Virginia in many different and unexpected places as part of a state tourism campaign to share the message that love is at the heart of every Virginia vacation. Giant LOVE artworks… Read the full press release
One year on: Signature Experiences Collection® case studies Vol. 2: Adventure Canada
A trip ‘Out of the Northwest Passage’ offers visitors a genuine slice of Arctic life and landscapes. 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Nunavut is a part of the world where Mother Nature puts the “m” into majestic. Adventure Canada is a family business that brings visitors from all over the world into this stunning landscape and its unique communities. Here,… Read the full press release
2012 Greater Palm Springs Pride Festivities
Palm Springs, CA, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Considered to be one of the most scenic pride parades, the Greater Palm Springs Pride Festival celebrates its 26th Anniversary, November 1 – November 4, 2012, with multiple block parties, a two-day festival and parade in Palm Springs, California. The 2012 theme, “Long May It Wave!” is a salute to… Read the full press release
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Auto Mall Dealer Group Kick Off Annual School Fundraiser
SANTA CRUZ, CA, 2012-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ —– The 2012Drive for Schools fundraiser kicks off this week with more than seventy schools in Santa Cruz County selling tickets for a chance to win a new car or $25,000 in cash, plus one hundred other prizes. Drive for Schools, sponsored by the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Capitola… Read the full press release
Whole Foods Market Develops a “Crush” on October Virginia Wine Month
New partnership will feature in-store wine tastings, expanded Virginia wine selection and chance to win a trip on the Virginia Crush Bus RICHMOND, Va., 2012-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia is a Commonwealth of wine, with more than 200 wineries statewide. Wine is so big that the entire month of October is dedicated as Virginia Wine Month. This… Read the full press release
Marriott Deals of the Week
2012-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wild Weekend at the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago Lions and tigers and bears… oh my! Have a great family weekend getaway to the Brookfield Zoo while staying at the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge. Guests will receive: • Deluxe accommodations • Admission for four to the zoo • Parking (one vehicle)… Read the full press release
Vermont Foliage Report: Bursts of Mid-Peak Foliage Begin to Glow in the Green Mountains
Listen to the Quick-Info Radio Foliage Report (30 sec) Listen to the Full Audio Foliage Report (1 min) MONTPELIER, Vt. 2012-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — As seasonal cooling continues, colors are firing up, sometimes seemingly brightening overnight as foliage unfolds across Vermont’s scenic landscape. Foresters are now pointing out regions where colors are showing mid-stage foliage, at 25-50 percent peak in… Read the full press release
VERMONT STATE CALENDAR OF EVENTS: OCTOBER FOLIAGE CELEBRATIONS ABOUND
MONTPELIER, Vt., 2012-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The month of October marks peak foliage and harvest festivals honor this dynamic change of seasons statewide. Here’s a sampler of the 250 events on VermontVacation.com this month: SculptFest 2012 Now – October 21 West Rutland The 25th anniversary exhibition features sculptural installations by regional and national artists on the theme “Keep… Read the full press release
Haunted Fun is Para-Normal for Halloween Trips to Virginia
RICHMOND, Va., 2012-09-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia is one of the most beautiful, serene and scenic destinations on the East Coast, with legendary southern hospitality. Some of Virginia’s finest homes, hotels and inns and historic sites are so hospitable, in fact, that some guests decide to stay forever, as in well into the afterlife. With more… Read the full press release
Explore the Unrivalled Underwater World of the Maldives with Four Seasons Resorts Maldives Dive Discovery Package
Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, Republic of Maldives, 2012-09-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Maldives is home to a biodiversity of marine life that will thrill even the most experienced diver. Whale sharks, manta rays, turtles, dolphins and grey, white tip, hammerhead and nurse sharks (among others) vie for space in the warm, nutrient-rich water and numerous caverns in… Read the full press release
First National Adventure Travel Tradeshow: ATMEX 2012 Attracts International Media Attendees
Boca del Río, Veracruz, MEXICO, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The First Adventure Travel Tradeshow in Mexico, “Adventure Travel Mexico, Veracruz 2012” (ATMEX 2012)—which took place in Boca del Río from September 5 to 9, and included the involvement of fifteen Mexican states—had twenty international media attendees from a wide variety of media outlets including travel blogs, monthly… Read the full press release