Category Archives: Festivals and Events

Historic Environment Scotland invites visitors to celebrate Blackness Castle’s status as a film location this weekend 1-2 September

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors are invited to celebrate Blackness Castle’s status as a film location with Historic Environment Scotland’s first On Location event this weekend (Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 September). Visitors can find out more about the locations and techniques used for filming at Blackness Castle, explore the medieval encampment, learn… Read the full news article

Tourism Australia’s Business Events Australia Greater China Showcase to be held in Australia for the very first time this November

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Sydney, Australia, 2018-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia’s major incentive showcase for the China market – the Business Events Australia Greater China Showcase – will be held in Australia for the very first time this coming November. Capitalising on strong awareness and demand for Australia by Chinese incentive planners, the Showcase will provide key… Read the full news article

Tourism Australia hosts Aussie Specialist Program at Corroboree Asia trade event at the Gold Coast

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Sydney, Australia, 2018-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 100 Australian tourism businesses are on the Gold Coast this week meeting with close to 300 Aussie Specialist travel sellers from key Asian markets to strengthen their specific product knowledge and enhance their ability to promote and sell Australia. Hosted by Tourism Australia in partnership with… Read the full news article

Arkansas Razorback fans are invited on Friday, August 31 for the BIGGEST Hog Call – EVER!

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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., 2018-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Arkansas Razorback fans are invited to stand up as ONE fan base and Call the Hogs for the BIGGEST Hog Call – EVER. Public events will be held in Fayetteville and Little Rock where fans across the state can rally and call the Hogs in unison as ONE… Read the full news article

GBTA awards three distinguished members during GBTA Convention 2018 in San Diego

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Alexandria, VA, 2018-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – awarded three distinguished members during GBTA Convention 2018 in San Diego. Direct Member of the Year—Stephen Gheerow, Travel Services Manager, Ford Foundation Direct Member of the Year—Connie Smith, Manager of Global Services, McCain… Read the full news article

City of Chicago announces Creative Youth Festival schedule

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Fall Highlights include African American Designers in Chicago: Art, Commerce and the Politics of Race; Tuned Mass: Jeff Carter, Faheem Majeed and Susan Giles and exhibitions highlighting the Year of Creative Youth at the Chicago Cultural Center Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Year of Creative Youth January–December 2018 Mayor Rahm Emanuel and… Read the full news article

Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ZooLights Events returns Friday, Nov. 23

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Support Chicago’s Free Zoo with Festivities For All Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Lincoln Park Zoo’s 24th annual ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ returns Friday, Nov. 23. In addition to the ongoing light displays, guests can attend several special events throughout the season (please note: only ticket holders may enter the zoo on special… Read the full news article

British Airways kicks off its centenary celebration with fellow 99-year-old, Mary Parsons

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British Airways celebrates its birthday with Mary Parsons, a fellow 99-year-old Activity taking place at Heathrow to mark the airline’s birthday including 99 ice creams, a marching band and staff in heritage uniforms LONDON, UK, 2018-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — One 99-year-old kicked off her milestone birthday celebrations early after British Airways surprised her with a… Read the full news article

Scottish foodie adventure: Food & Drink Fortnight, 1-16 September 2018

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Food & Drink Fortnight (1-16 September 2018) offers the ideal opportunity for a Scottish foodie adventure, with a variety of events taking place the length and breadth of the country for all, celebrating local produce and offering unique food and drink experiences. Scotland is home to many… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Doha to host exclusive two-day culinary celebration in honour of Nobu Doha

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Sip, savour and celebrate with Chef Nobu at Doha’s most exclusive culinary event for  two nights only Doha, Qatar, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Doha, an award-winning oasis-like property ideally located on a private beach in the heart of Doha’s cosmopolitan city, in partnership with acclaimed Chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa, announces Nobu in… Read the full news article

InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong to host the World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2018

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London, UK, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The luxurious InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2018. The sold-out gala ceremony promises to be the most important event of the calendar for Asia and Australasia hospitality industries, with the key… Read the full news article

Guayaquil, Ecuador to host World Travel Awards Latin America Ceremony on 15th September 2018

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London, UK, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The beautiful city of Guayaquil, Ecuador is making final preparations ahead of hosting Latin America’s most important travel and tourism event of the year. The key industry players and VIPs from across South and Central America are set to attend the World Travel Awards (WTA) Latin America Ceremony on… Read the full news article

EXPO CHICAGO unveils full list of artists featured in the third annual program for OVERRIDE | A Billboard Project

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CHICAGO,Illinois, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — EXPO CHICAGO, The International Exposition of Contemporary & Modern Art (September 27– 30, 2018), announces the full list of international artists featured in the third annual program for OVERRIDE | A Billboard Project, curated by the exposition’s Director of Programming Stephanie Cristello, Exhibitor Relations & Programming Coordinator Alexis Brocchi and Chicago’s Department of… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Canouan an ideal destination for weddings, vow renewals and anniversary celebrations

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Hong Kong, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — With its seductive, hideaway beaches, sultry sea waters, lush tropical terrain and indulgently elegant accommodations, Mandarin Oriental, Canouan naturally inspires romance, making it ideal for destination weddings, vow renewals and anniversary celebrations. Located on 1,200 acres on the island’s northern shore, known as Grenadines Estate, there are many stunning… Read the full news article

Early-bird tickets on sale now for Zoo Atlanta’s signature wine event Sippin’ Safari

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Atlanta GA, 2018-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — WHAT: Early-bird tickets are on sale now for Sippin’ Safari presented by Groupon, coming up Saturday, September 22, 2018. The third-annual signature event will feature wine sampling, bites from local restaurants, live music on stages throughout the Zoo, evening wildlife viewing and more for Zoo-goers age 21… Read the full news article

Regent Seven Seas Cruises reveals its 2020-2021 itineraries; now open for bookings

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167 Voyages Feature 11 New Ports, 4 Grand Voyages and Additional Free Pre- and Post-Cruise Land Tour Programs MIAMI, 2018-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises today (Aug. 13, 2018) revealed its 2020-2021 itineraries, which showcase 167 sailings including maiden calls to 11 new ports across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, four newly-released Grand… Read the full news article

The Concorde Conference Centre at Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park now open for Christmas party bookings

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Capacity for up to 700 people Private venue hire until 1am Red carpet arrival with a sparkling drinks reception Three-course meal under the wings of the Concorde Private Concorde tours included in venue hire Personalised logo projection on Concorde DJ, dance floor, stage and starlit backboard Free onsite parking for guests For more information www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk MANCHESTER,… Read the full news article

City of Chicago announces the 60th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show

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Che “Rhymefest” Smith will tandem jump with the U. S. Army Golden Knights on Saturday, August 18, Hometown Hero Kate Grant will fly with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and Chicago Public School Student Angel Cardenas will fly with Sean Tucker on Thursday, August 16 Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Che “Rhymefest” Smith will… Read the full news article

Changi Airport Group launches new initiative to raise awareness of the talents and gifts of persons with disabilities

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SINGAPORE, 2018-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Giving space and an avenue for expression to Persons with Disabilities – that’s the aim of the Changi Inspires Art Fair by Changi Airport Group (CAG). This new initiative hopes to raise awareness of the talents and gifts of outstanding artists from five organisations – Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore, Metta… Read the full news article

Historic Environment Scotland: Britain’s preeminent painter L.S. Lowry on display at Duff House until 13 May 2019

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A masterpiece by much-loved English painter L.S. Lowry has gone on display at Duff House. EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — ‘Canal and Factories’ captures the mills, factories and smoking chimneys of the industrial towns of Runcorn and Widnes on the river Mersey, and features Lowry’s famous ‘matchstick men’. Painted in 1955, the scene… Read the full news article

35 outstanding young artists selected for Chicago’s 2018 Rising Star Honor Roll

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Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) will honor 35 outstanding young artists selected for the city’s 2018 Rising Star Honor Roll at a private reception tonight, August 8, at the Chicago Cultural Center. Recognized for their creative leadership and exceptional artistic talents, the young… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways sponsors the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland at the Stena Line Dublin Horse Show for the second consecutive year

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Qatar Airways celebrated its one-year anniversary of direct service to Dublin in June Award-winning airline is a proud sponsor of this prestigious event DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Aug-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to sponsor the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland at the Stena Line Dublin Horse Show as the Official… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways is the Official Airline of the 18th Asian Games Jakarta Palembang 2018

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Signing ceremony held in Indonesia to mark partnership  45 participating nations to gather in Indonesia for the spectacular global sporting event The national carrier of the State of Qatar unites fans from around the globe in Jakarta and Palembang Qatar Airways flies three times per day to Jakarta DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Aug-13 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full news article

PATA and SPTO to host second Pacific Tourism Insights Conference (PTIC) in Apia, Samoa on October 3, 2018

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BANGKOK, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in partnership with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) will organise the second Pacific Tourism Insights Conference (PTIC) in Apia, Samoa on October 3, 2018. The event, generously hosted by the Samoa Tourism Authority (STA), brings together a dynamic and unique line up of international thought leaders recognised for their… Read the full news article

Oman Air supports Ironman 70.3 triathlon competition as the Official Carrier

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MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The iconic and internationally acclaimed sporting event Ironman 70.3 will be held in the Sultanate of Oman, supported by the Ministry of Tourism (MoT). The triathlon competition will be held in the capital city of Muscat, which will create a perfect backdrop for Ironman 70.3, offering guests an… Read the full news article

The 15th Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon to take place on 28th October 2018; finish line relocates to the Parc du Cinquantenaire

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The 15th Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon will take place on 28th October 2018. Together with title partner, Brussels Airport, the organisation has made a conscious choice for change. The finish line shall therefore relocate to the Parc du Cinquantenaire, the expo will move to the spectacular Autoworld,… Read the full news article

London Gatwick joined the city-wide celebration of diversity during the Community Parade at Brighton Pride festival

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150 members of Gatwick staff joined the airport’s branded bus to lead the parade More than 300,000 people participated in the UK’s biggest Pride event Brighton Pride partnership forms part of Gatwick’s wider community engagement programme GATWICK, UK, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — London Gatwick once again led the Community Parade at Brighton Pride… Read the full news article

The Indianapolis Airport Authority to host St. Vincent Flyaway 5K cancer run/walk charity event on Sept. 15

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Charity event offers ‘a unique experience on the airfield’ INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority will hold its first-ever run/walk charity event on the airfield of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in mid-September. Holding the event on the airfield will provide a unique and memorable location for the annual St…. Read the full news article

CDA announces the Law Enforcement Torch Run Plane Pull on Sept. 22 at O’Hare International Airport

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Participants test ‘tug-of-war’ skills by pulling 90-ton plane Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — This July Chicago welcomed Special Olympics athletes from all around the world for the organization’s 50th Anniversary celebration. The excitement continues this fall at O’Hare International Airport with the Law Enforcement Torch Run Plane Pull. Teams of local law enforcement agencies and the general… Read the full news article

British Airways joins the Brighton & Hove Pride parade celebrations

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is Flying Proud at Brighton & Hove Pride today (August 04, 2018), where the airline is sponsoring the Pride parade and festival in support of the LGBT+ community, with employees from across the airline joining in the celebrations. Over 300,000 people poured out into the city’s… Read the full news article