Category Archives: Festivals and Events

Two Seattle celebrities will lead teams to pull 92,000-pound Alaska Airlines 737-800 25 feet to raise money to end childhood cancer

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SEATTLE, 2015-7-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Two Seattle celebrities are going head-to-head to raise money to end childhood cancer. On July 28, Alaska’s Chief Football Officer Russell Wilson and Joel McHale, star of Yahoo!’s Community and E!’s The Soup, will captain two teams competing to see which can pull a 92,000-pound Alaska Airlines 737-800 25… Read the full press release

Hong Kong International Airport unveils “Hong Kong Classics: Art, Culture and Music” festival

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HONG KONG, 2015-7-7 — /Travel PR News/ — From July to December this year, travellers at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) are set to embark on an unforgettable journey of art and culture. Hosted by the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA), “Hong Kong Classics: Art, Culture and Music” was unveiled at HKIA today, launching six… Read the full press release

George Best Belfast City Airport: Roads closure throughout the 4 days of the Tall Ships event

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BELFAST, 2015-7-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The following roads will be closed to unauthorised traffic throughout the 4 days of the Tall Ships event. These restrictions have been put in place to ensure a safe environment for all people attending and working at the Tall Ships event whilst minimising disruption to all stakeholders living and… Read the full press release

Air France: take part in original and innovative events on the theme of two cinema-related symbols of France

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An exclusive new competition on the theme of Mark Osborne’s new movie The Little Prince; The winning movie of the French Cuts Collection by Air France competition is revealed. PARIS, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — This summer, Air France is offering its 6,000,000 fans on social networks* the opportunity to take part in original… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines supports the LGBT community through its celebration of LGBT Pride Month in June

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Southwest Airlines and Accenture co-host an LGBT Pride Month event featuring retired NBA player and LGBT Advocate Jason Collins who will share his personal journey as the first openly gay player in the NBA DALLAS, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) shows its continued commitment to the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Miami and Tesla Motors, Inc. partner to offer an exclusive Drive & Dine Father’s Day experience

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Sunday, June 21, 2015 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Miami, 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Miami and Tesla Motors, Inc. have come together to offer an exclusive Drive & Dine Father’s Day experience.  Sign Dad up to enjoy a complimentary test drive in the award-winning Tesla Model S followed by a special… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh hosted charity fun run event supporting the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357

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The perfect way to raise funds and awareness for the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357 by the shores of the Red Sea Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — On Saturday, May 30, 2015, as part of the General Manager’s community outreach program, and in continuous efforts to serve and reach out to the local… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Shenzhen Hotel hosted ‘Our Ocean We Protect’ Beachside Trash Collecting Event in Da Mei Sha, Shenzhen

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HONG KONG, 2015-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — On Sunday, June 7, 2015, Marco Polo Shenzhen Hotel hosted ‘Our Ocean We Protect’ Beachside Trash Collecting Event in Da Mei Sha, Shenzhen. Hotel’s 30 volunteers with their kids joined this event to help remove trash as much as possible before it reaches the ocean. Every year,… Read the full press release

Renaissance Hotels will host its 4th annual Global Day of Discovery on June 11 at 160 hotels around the world

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This year’s ‘Evenings at Renaissance’ encourage guests and locals to take time for #5to9 Renaissance Hotels is leveraging live streaming app Periscope to connect guests and locals from across the globe Bethesda, Md, USA, 2015-6-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Renaissance Hotels (www.renhotels.com), the global lifestyle brand known for helping travelers make the most of their life on… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport will deliver air display extravaganza on July 18th to mark the 70th anniversary of the first commercial transatlantic flight at the airport

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Acts from across Europe to delight huge crowds with sky acrobatics and dare-devil feats Family fun day to also include wide array of free activities on the ground SHANNON, IRELAND, 2015-6-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport will deliver an air display extravaganza on July 18th to mark a key milestone in Irish aviation… Read the full press release

Travel Alberta: Edmonton named one of the Best Summer Trips 2015 by National Geographic

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ALBERTA, CANADA, 2015-5-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Edmonton has been enjoying a lot of attention recently. Named one of the Best Summer Trips 2015 by National Geographic, the city is being recognized for a busy calendar of events that includes long running summer staples such as Folk Music Festival and Heritage Days, and major events such as FIFA… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways announces that Scotland and Qatar will compete for the Qatar Airways Cup at Easter Road Stadium in Edinburgh on 5th June 2015

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2015-5-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to announce that Scotland and Qatar will compete for the Qatar Airways Cup at Easter Road Stadium, Edinburgh on Friday 5th June 2015. Qatar Airways has been named as the Official Match Airline Partner for this highly anticipated match, which will take place eight days… Read the full press release

Tourism Industry Association New Zealand releases travel guides for visitors from Indonesia and Brazil at TRENZ 2015

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WELLINGTON, 2015-5-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Two booklets that aim to help New Zealand tourism operators be better hosts to Brazilian and Indonesian visitors have been released by the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) today. The guides to getting ready for visitors from Indonesia and Brazil were released today at TRENZ 2015, the… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events to host free summer workouts at Millennium Park

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Chicagoans and visitors will enjoy outdoor Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates and Zumba® classes all summer CHICAGO, 2015-5-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Jump start your weekend with the Summer Workouts in Millennium Park on Saturdays, June 6–September 5, beginning at 7am. Guests are invited to stretch, kick and dance the summer away each Saturday as… Read the full press release

Chicago: Summer Film Series returns to Millennium Park, Tuesdays, June 23 – September 1, at 6:30pm

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Eleven blockbuster films help celebrate summer’s biggest events and mark some 2015 milestones CHICAGO, 2015-5-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicagoans and visitors alike are invited to enjoy outdoor movies downtown as the popular Summer Film Series returns toMillennium Park, Tuesdays, June 23 – September 1, at 6:30pm. Guests may take a seat at the… Read the full press release

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort teams up with Eric Orton, Teton Mountain Lodge and Hotel Terra to host the 2nd year of Eric Orton’s Mountain Running Academy

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Teton Village, WY, 2015-5-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is pleased to team up with world renowned running coach and Marmot Athlete Eric Orton and slopeside lodging partners Teton Mountain Lodge and Hotel Terra to host the second year of Eric Orton’s Mountain Running Academy. These multiday running camps based out of… Read the full press release

New exhibition of works by renowned glass artist Keiko Mukaide and glass maker Clare Wilson opens at Duff House in Banff on May 23

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EDINBURGH, 2015-5-18 — /Travel PR News/ — A new exhibition is set to open at Duff House, in Banff, which will display a collection of unique glass works by two leading Scottish-based artists. Opening to the public on Saturday 23rd May and running for six weeks, the historic House’s Long Gallery will play host to… Read the full press release

VisitEngland named ‘The Chefs of England’ as the winner of this year’s prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Tourism award

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LONDON, 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitEngland has named ‘The Chefs of England’, as the winner of this year’s prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Tourism award.  The winner was revealed at its annual Awards for Excellence ceremony, held last night at the spectacular Sage Gateshead. Accepting the award on behalf of all ‘The Chefs of… Read the full press release

VisitEngland hosted its annual VisitEngland Awards for Excellence

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LONDON, 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The winners of the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2015 were revealed at its annual ceremony, held last night at the spectacular Sage Gateshead. Celebrating excellence across the tourism industry, 17 winners including Best Small Hotel, Tourism Pub of the Year, Best Visitor Attraction and Tourism Event of the… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb turns up the heat with exciting list of updates and additions to its summer program

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New 360 Pass, Timed Hiking Routes, Flightseeing Tours, E-Bikes And More! WHISTLER, BC, 2015-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Summer is in the air and Whistler Blackcomb is turning up the heat with an exciting list of updates and additions to its summer program. The new cabins on the Whistler Village Gondola will continue spinning straight… Read the full press release

The GoPro GoShow presented by Whistler Blackcomb returns for its second year on May 17 during Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival

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Athletes Tasked With Capturing The Essence of May In Whistler For A Chance To Win $2000 WHISTLER, BC, 2015-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The GoPro GoShow presented by Whistler Blackcomb will return for its second year on May 17 during Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival (GO Fest). This year, instead of inviting professional filmmakers to compete… Read the full press release

The inaugural Grant Thornton Runway Run touches down at Belfast City Airport on 24 June

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BELFAST, 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Ever fancied running down the runway at George Best Belfast City Airport? Business advisory firm Grant Thornton is inviting teams to partake in the first official runway run in Northern Ireland. On Wednesday 24 June, under the glow of the runway lights, hundreds of runners will take-off down the… Read the full press release

The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fifth annual Festa dell’Autunno from October 8-11

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — From October 8-11, The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fifth annual Festa dell’Autunno, an autumn festival that brings the traditions of Italy to Southern California’s own Tuscan seaside village. New this year, the weekend festivities begin on Thursday with a Guest Chef Wine Dinner at Pelican Grill,… Read the full press release

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo will perform in New Zealand in 2016

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In 2016 the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo will leave Scotland to perform in New Zealand. WELLINGTON, New Zealand, 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s been described as the greatest show on earth, a performance of such epic scale that it takes an army of personnel to coordinate. And next year, for just the fourth… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago and DCASE: Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony to be held on May 23

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CHICAGO, 2015-5-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events are pleased to announce the Grand Marshall and date for Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony on Saturday, May 23. The Wreath Laying Ceremony will begin at 11am on Daley Plaza (Dearborn and… Read the full press release

GBTA announces actor; musician and philanthropist Kevin Bacon as featured speaker at GBTA Convention 2015, July 25-29 in Orlando, Florida

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Alexandria, VA, 2015-5-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – today announced award winning film, television and stage actor; musician and philanthropist Kevin Bacon will be a featured speaker at GBTA Convention 2015, July 25-29 in Orlando, Florida. Bacon will be speaking at… Read the full press release

The Bank of Ireland Runway Night Run at Shannon Airport set for Friday, 19th June 20th at midnight

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1,700 places up for grabs for Friday, 19th, June 20th Midnight event – Proceeds to go to Shannon Group’s 2015 designated charities TLC4CF and Milford Care Centre Shannon, Ireland, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — One of Ireland’s most unique mass participation sports events of the year, the Bank of Ireland Runway Night Run at Shannon… Read the full press release

The Falling Leaves Gala Dinner hosted by Brodie Harper and Andy Lee in honour of The Shane Warne Foundation to take place at Vibe Hotel Marysville, May 9, 2015

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Victoria, Australia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Taking place at the recently launched Vibe Hotel Marysville this Saturday, is the Falling Leaves Gala Dinner hosted by Brodie Harper and Andy Lee, in honour of The Shane Warne Foundation (“TSWF”). TSWF has been committed to raising funds for the seriously ill and underprivileged children of… Read the full press release

Historic Scotland: Two historical Scottish watermills will celebrate more than 300 years of milling history as part of National Mills Weekend, 9th – 10th May

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Two historical Scottish watermills will be celebrating more than 300 years of milling history as part of National Mills Weekend. Over the course of a weekend, on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, Perth’s 18th century Stanley Mills and New Abbey Corn Mill in Dumfries, which dates… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia announces that Queensland’s Gold Coast will host the country’s largest annual tourism trade show – the Australian Tourism Exchange in 2016

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SYDNEY, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia has announced that Queensland’s Gold Coast will play host to the country’s largest annual tourism trade show – the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) – in 2016. The announcement was made by Tourism Australia’s Managing Director John O’Sullivan whilst speaking on Wednesday (April 29) at an industry… Read the full press release