Category Archives: Festivals and Events

Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas to host 3rd annual charity concert in support of Irving Healthcare Foundation’s cancer services

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Enjoy music, food trucks, kid’s activities, chili cook off, fireworks – all for a great cause DALLAS, TX, 2016-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Saturday, October 29, 2016 marks an evening of live music, food, drinks, fireworks and fun, as Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas invites the community to help fight cancer… Read the full press release

Four Seasons to raise funds for cancer research during annual Terry Fox Run at Wilket Creek Park in Toronto on September 18, 2016

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Terry Fox Run at Wilket Creek Park in Toronto has raised more than CAD 10 million for cancer research since 1981; additional events around the world also support local cancer research and care Toronto, Canada, 2016-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hundreds of Four Seasons corporate and hotel employees will participate in the annual Terry Fox… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways Medical Centre welcomed more than 120 medical professionals at the 4th annual Aviation Health Conference

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Abu Dhabi, 2016-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways Medical Centre has welcomed more than 120 medical professionals as well as international medical experts to the annual Aviation Health Conference, under the theme “Ophthalmology and Colour Vision in Aviation,” taking place from September 3 – 4 in Abu Dhabi. The conference is under the patronage… Read the full press release

Dubai International gears up for a busy holiday weekend

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Dubai, UAE, 2016-Sep-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Eid holiday traffic will top 1 million passengers at Dubai International over the next four days as travellers seek a quick escape as summer draws to a close. “We will see a quarter of a million passengers on average Thursday through Monday,” said Anita Mehra, Senior Vice President… Read the full press release

Star Cruises marks another successful Battle of the Chefs competition

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Penang (Malaysia), 2016-Sep-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Star Cruises, the leading cruise line in the AsiaPacific celebrated another year of success at the Battle of the Chefs 2016 biennial competition. The Star Cruises’ team of chefs raised the bar this year by winning a total of 18 medals including 2 Gold, 7 Silver and… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong offers guests unique skyline views overlooking all of the Formula E action

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HONG KONG, 2016-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Formula E fans looking to experience the races with one-of-a-kind views and luxurious amenities need look no further than the Lap of Luxury package from Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. Positioned alongside the urban circuit at the Central Habourfront, the hotel offers guests unique skyline views overlooking all of… Read the full press release

Denmark to host ISA World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship in September 2017

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Copenhagen, Denmark, 2016-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Participants of the ISA World StandUp Paddle (SUP) and Paddleboard Championship in September 2017 will be surfing the waves of the Danish oceans in both Cold Hawaii in Klitmøller and Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, as the ISA World Championship will be a dual location event. Cold Hawaii… Read the full press release

Historic Environment Scotland’s Engine Shed to take part in Stirling’s Doors Open Days

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Visitors will be able to explore what the Engine Shed will offer ahead of its opening next year Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Historic Environment Scotland’s work-in-progress building conservation hub, the Engine Shed, will once again be taking part in Stirling’s Doors Open Days and joining hundreds of other buildings across the country… Read the full press release

Tuck into fantastic food events at The Great Bath Feast, 1-9 October

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BATH, UK, 2016-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Food-lovers can get their teeth stuck into the World Heritage City of Bath this autumn and savour a menu of creative events at the greatly anticipated Great Bath Feast (1-9 October). Plans are underway for the 9 day event so let us spill the beans on some of… Read the full press release

Oregon prepares in advance for next year’s total solar eclipse which will make its way across the state

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Salem, OR, 2016-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, in partnership with the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI), is helping residents and visitors prepare in advance for next year’s total solar eclipse – the first in the contiguous United States since 1979 – which will make its way… Read the full press release

Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight returns 3rd-18th September

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND, 2016-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight returns 3rd-18th September following a hiatus during Scotland’s Year of Food and Drink 2015. The nationwide event supports and promotes Scotland’s produce and the people who grow, make, cook and sell it. The focus of this year’s celebration are our primary producer ‘food… Read the full press release

The Resort at Pelican Hill® to host its fourth annual La Bella Moda fashion series this November

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NEWPORT BEACH, CA, 2016-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fourth annual La Bella Moda fashion series, showcasing this season’s best fashion trends in collaboration with luxury designers and personal shopping stylists at Fashion Island®. During the themed weekly events at the Resort’s popular Italian restaurant, Andrea, fashion enthusiasts will… Read the full press release

New Zealand: Te Puia to host inaugural fashion event featuring Māori’s top and upcoming designers

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Contemporary Māori fashion will make a grand entrance in a spectacular show set in an active geothermal landscape in Rotorua. Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Contemporary Māori fashion is about to make a grand entrance in a spectacular show set in an active geothermal landscape in Rotorua. Te Puia – New Zealand’s… Read the full press release

Registration now open for seventh annual Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Chili Cook-Off, October 22, 2016

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SANTA CRUZ, CA, 2016-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Registration is now open for the seventh annual Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Chili Cook-Off. The Cook-Off takes place along the Boardwalk on Saturday, October 22, 2016. Entertaining costumes and booth décor are encouraged. Cash prizes will be awarded for Best Chili, People’s Choice, Most Tasted, and Most… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines to take Metta School students for a joyride in supercars as part of its Light Up The Night Carnival

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SINGAPORE, 2016-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) will treat 10 students from Metta School to a joyride in supercars on Saturday 20 August, in conjunction with the Light Up The Night Carnival organised by the Airline in the lead-up to this year’s FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX. Metta School is a… Read the full press release

EventScotland’s National Funding Programme to fund public events across Scotland from August-October

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Public events taking place across Scotland from August-October are set to benefit from £233,000 from EventScotland’s National Funding Programme, it has today been revealed. A total of 21 events will receive grants from EventScotland, part of VisitScotland’s Events Directorate, providing crucial support for event delivery and helping to… Read the full press release

Doncaster Sheffield Airport donates £900 to Askern Community Library for outdoor community events

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  Doncaster, England, 2016-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — A Doncaster library is benefiting from a generous £900 donation from Doncaster Sheffield Airport so that it can get out and about into the community more. Askern Community Library, which is managed by Re-Read, successfully applied for the money from the Yorkshire airport’s Community Investment Fund so… Read the full press release

Woodland Park Zoo to drop Pokélures across the zoo this Saturday and Sunday

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SEATTLE, WA, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — WHAT: Visit Woodland Park Zoo and fill up your Pokédex when the zoo drops Pokélures across the zoo this Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The zoo has 35+ Pokéstops and fan favorites to catch including Squirtle, Bulbasaur, Eevee and Kakuna. Hint: While exploring the zoo’s… Read the full press release

Modernism Week’s 2016 Fall Preview from October 21-23, 2016 at Coachella Valley

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Palm Springs, CA, 2016-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Modernism Week’s 2016 Fall Preview will take place from October 21-23, 2016 at various locations in the Coachella Valley. The weekend’s events provide attendees with a sampling of the events and activities that will be offered during the annual 11-day festival in February 2017.  Highlights of the… Read the full press release

Heritage Park Historical Village celebrates Heritage Day with fun-filled day of activities, entertainment and Western Canadian heritage

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Calgary, AB, 2016-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ —  Celebrate Canada’s rich cultural diversity and history this Heritage Day, Monday, August 1, at Heritage Park Historical Village from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment and Western Canadian heritage. Lively costumed interpreters bring history to life in the homes, shops… Read the full press release

Omaha selected as the site for the 2018 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Curling

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STEVENS POINT, Wis., 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Omaha, a city very familiar with hosting Olympic Trials, has been selected as the site for the 2018 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Curling. “We are very excited about the potential for our sport’s growth in Omaha and across the United States as we bring the upcoming… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb hosts The 15th Bulleit Bourbon Canadian National BBQ Championships on July 29-31

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Competitors and Taste Testers Get Saucy at Dusty’s Bar & BBQ July 29-31  WHISTLER, BC, 2016-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Bulleit Bourbon Canadian National BBQ Championships will throw down at Whistler Blackcomb for the 15th year July 29-31. The sauciest BBQ battle in the Pacific Northwest will return to Dusty’s Bar & BBQ for… Read the full press release

St. John’s International Airport Authority hosts family-oriented events for travellers this summer

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St. John’s, NL, 2016-Jun-30 — /Travel PR News/ — St. John’s International Airport Authority hosts family-oriented events including an Entertainment Series for travellers in the Airport Terminal Building over the summer season. “We’re delighted to showcase the local talent of our province,” said Marie Manning, Director of Marketing and Business Development with the St. John’s International… Read the full press release

BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport opens new playground at the Thomas A. Dixon Jr. Aircraft Observation Area

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Replacement Playground Equipment for Dixon Aircraft Observation Park Glen Burnie, Maryland, 2016-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Officials at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport announced today that new playground equipment is now open for use at the Thomas A. Dixon Jr. Aircraft Observation Area. Located along Dorsey Road on the south side of BWI Marshall, the… Read the full press release

The 58th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show returns on August 20 and 21

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Highlights include U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights, U.S. Navy Leap Frogs and the F-35 Heritage Flight CHICAGO, 2016-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The 58th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show, presented by Shell and the City of Chicago, will return August 20 and 21 along the lakefront from Fullerton to… Read the full press release

Millennium Park Summer Film Series: Voting for Favorite Chicago Film closes August 16

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Voting closes August 16; winning film to be screened August 30 CHICAGO, 2016-Jun-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicagoans and visitors alike are invited to vote for their favorite Chicago film—to be screened at the finale of the popular Millennium Park Summer Film Series which runs Tuesdays, June 21 – August 30, at 6:30pm. Voting is… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia flew the country’s top chefs to New York to celebrate Australia’s hosting of the 2017 edition of the World’s 50 Best Restaurant awards

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NEW YORK 2016-Jun-20 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate Australia’s hosting of the 2017 edition of the World’s 50 Best Restaurant awards, Tourism Australia flew four of the country’s top chefs to New York to provide a taste of what the world’s finest chefs and food and wine media can expect when they come to Australia… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia: Melbourne, Australia will be the host destination for World’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2017

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NEW YORK, 2016-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and Tourism Australia have today announced in New York that Melbourne, Australia will be the host destination for the prestigious awards in 2017. The announcement was made by William Drew, Group Editor of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants alongside Tourism Australia Chief Marketing… Read the full press release

Second annual Salomon Valley to Peak trail running race on September 3 at Whistler Mountain

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Participants Challenged With Tackling the Full Vertical Climb of Whistler Mountain  WHISTLER, BC, 2016-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Outdoor fitness enthusiasts and trail runners should mark their calendars for the second annual Salomon Valley to Peak trail running race. Whistler Blackcomb and Salomon will host the race September 3 on Whistler Mountain. The Salomon Valley… Read the full press release

British Airways’ list of top ten European destinations for Father’s Day gift inspiration

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LONDON, 2016-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — For those looking to ‘go further’ for Father’s Day (Sunday June 19), British Airways has compiled a list of top ten European destinations for gift inspiration. To mark the day, the airline had fun re-naming some of its destinations on a departures board at Heathrow Terminal 5, to read;… Read the full press release