Category Archives: Festivals and Events

Kronborg Castle in Denmark to host festival of theatre, cinema and concerts in August 2016 to mark 400th anniversary of Shakespeare

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2016 will see the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. The occasion will be marked by HamletScenen – organisers of the annual Shakespeare Festival at Kronborg Castle in Helsinore – who plan a three-week long festival of theatre, cinema and concerts from 1st August 2016 onwards. Copenhagen, Denmark, 2015-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — 2016 will… Read the full news article

Olympic gold medalist snowboarder Torah Bright and 2x longboard world champion Kelia Moniz will host Bali’s inaugural #runsupyoga event on August 15 at Four Seasons Resort Bali

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Bali at Jimbaran Bay, 2015-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In the name of promoting an active and healthy beach lifestyle, Olympic gold medalist snowboarder Torah Bright and 2x longboard world champion Kelia Moniz will host Bali’s inaugural #runsupyoga event on August 15, 2015 atSundara Bali, the beach-club and restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran… Read the full news article

Port of Oakland: New businesses and new visitors make the City’s Jack London Square a thriving, growing center of commerce and entertainment

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FESTIVALS, ENTERTAINMENT AND FOOD DRAW MORE VISITORS TO OAKLAND Oakland, CA, 2015-7-20 — /Travel PR News/ — New businesses and throngs of new visitors are making the City’s Jack London Square a thriving, growing center of commerce and entertainment, the Port of Oakland reported in a new video released today. Commercial real estate occupancy rate is 96%… Read the full news article

The Bulleit Bourbon Canadian National BBQ Championships returns to Whistler Blackcomb’s Creekside July 31 through August 2

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WHISTLER, BC, 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Bulleit Bourbon Canadian National BBQ Championships is quite the mouthful of a name, but a tasty one to be sure. The sauciest competition on the Pacific Northwest BBQ circuit is returning to Dusty’s Bar & BBQ in Whistler’s Creekside July 31 through August 2. The three… Read the full news article

Metrolink and Orange County Transportation Authority partner to offer OC Fair Express for those attending the 125th edition of the OC Fair

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With valid Metrolink tickets and passes, people ride the OC Fair Express for free! LOS ANGELES, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink and the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) have teamed up to offer the OC Fair Express for those heading to the 125th edition of the OC Fair. Passengers along Metrolink’s Orange County and Inland… Read the full news article

Chicago Department of Aviation hosts its 2nd Annual Sustainable Foods Happy Hour! at Airports Going Green this October

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​CHICAGO, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainability involves all the senses – seeing inspiring presentations, tasting delicious foods and brews and delighting in their aromas, listening to great music, and touching newly woven fabrics and products made from recycled materials. Join us in Chicago this October at Airports Going Green when the Chicago Department… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Enjoy a royal reception at Holyrood Park this Sunday 19th July for a free Living History event with Mary, Queen of Scots and her husband Henry, Lord Darnley

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Join Historic Scotland for a free Living History event in Edinburgh this weekend. Scotland, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors will get a royal reception to Holyrood Park this Sunday 19th July as Mary, Queen of Scots and her husband Henry, Lord Darnley take to the park for some Royal Pursuits. From feasting to… Read the full news article

Stirling Castle is set to explore its French Connections on 18th and 19th July with a series of special events and exhibitions

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Art and history lovers in for a treat at Stirling Castle’s French Connection weekend! Scotland, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Stirling Castle is set to explore its French Connections this weekend (18th and 19th July) with a series of special events and exhibitions. In the 500th year since the birth of one of the… Read the full news article

South African Airways becomes the official carrier for the Trek4Mandela Expedition

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Pledge your support and help keep a girl child in school Johannesburg, 2015-7-14 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways is proud to be the official carrier for the Trek4Mandela Expedition, where an intrepid group of mountain climbers will be trekking up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds in support of improving the lives of young girls… Read the full news article

The Airport Minority Advisory Council honored global restaurateur HMSHost with the Strategic Partner Award at the 31st annual Airport Business Diversity Conference

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BETHESDA, MD, 2015-7-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) has honored global restaurateur HMSHost with the Strategic Partner Award as part of the Catalyst Awards at the 31st annual Airport Business Diversity Conference in Ft. Lauderdale this June. This award honors an AMAC corporation that has demonstrated diversity inclusion within its corporate… Read the full news article

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort in El Jadida, Morocco, to host the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2015 this December

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LONDON, 2015-7-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort in El Jadida, Morocco, has been unveiled as host of the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2015. Hundreds of industry leaders will gather in the world-leading destination on December 12th, 2015, as World Travel Awards presents its coveted global titles. Tourism operators in Morocco are expected… Read the full news article

St Helier Polish Cultural & Food Festival, Fri 10th – Sun 12th July, in Weighbridge

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JERSEY, 2015-7-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Polish Festival gets our Summer of Festivals off to a tasty and colourful start. There is going to be traditional Polish food to enjoy, and the variety of live music which includes a folk band ‘Kapela Zbooynitsy z Podchala’ from Poland who will play live folk highlander’s… Read the full news article

The 2nd edition of the KLM Curacao Marathon will be on Sunday 29 November 2015 in Willemstad on Curacao; new app launched for the marathon

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Sunday 29 November 2015 will see the second edition of the KLM Curacao Marathon take place in Willemstad on Curacao. The event is being organised by the Run in the Sun foundation and KLM Nederland will be the title sponsor of the event. Today the new KLM Curaçao Marathon-app will be launched and provides all… Read the full news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article