CARDIFF, Wales – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. 29-year-old Eva Zdanska, who joined Hilton Cardiff 12 months ago, took third place in Hilton Worldwide’s European Culinary Challenge 2012, which was hotly contested… Read the full press release
Redmond, Wash., 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), a leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions, today announced that management will be presenting at the Credit Suisse 2012 Annual Technology Conference on Wednesday, November 28th at 2:00 PM MT at The Phoenician Hotel in Scottsdale, AZ. The live webcast and replay of the presentation will be… Read the full press release
Enjoy Yuletide Flare as the World-Class Destination Transforms Itself into a Winter Wonderland LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The entertainment capital of the world will be even brighter this season as Las Vegas bedazzles and transforms itself into a winter wonderland for the holidays. The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino and The Palazzo Las Vegas welcome the second annual Winter… Read the full press release
Key facts Tourism Australia and a delegation of leading Australian tourism operators are in Barcelona to attend EIBTM, the leading global event for meetings, incentives and business events. Australia continues to be a destination of choice for European business event planners. Key European markets are showing encouraging signs of growth despite the economic environment. Key… Read the full press release
DEAD SEA – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”), offered advice and support to over 250 students at Amman Baptist School at their recently held 8th Annual Career Day event. Students from the 10th, 11th and 12th grades were given coaching lessons, insights into career options and tips… Read the full press release
Thousands of Children in Garhoud’s National Charity School Will Benefit From a Newly Renovated Auditorium & Library DUBAI, UAE – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 100 team members from Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, Residences, Hilton Dubai Creek and the Hilton Worldwide Regional (MEA) office took their passion for hospitality and service out into the local… Read the full press release
Local artists invited to contribute to décor of new hotel Baku, Azerbaijan – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Conceived as a celebration of local Azeri art, the Blue Water exhibition at Four Seasons Hotel Baku will be presented to invited guests in a special unveiling on November 27, 2012. The project comprises about 100 pieces of visual art, photography and… Read the full press release
Celebrate the Holidays in Grand Tradition with The Drake Hotel CHICAGO – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Drake Hotel has been celebrating the holidays in grand tradition since 1920, complete with festive décor, special events and featured holiday menus. “The Drake Hotel continues to be an important part of Chicago, woven deep into many lives through… Read the full press release
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 24th November 2012 an airberlin Airbus A330-300 took off from Dusseldorf for a fifteenth successive charity round trip on the occasion of the 25th World AIDS Day. On board, the guests were entertained with cabaret from Käthe Köstlich and the Merz & Pilini variety circus who also added their charm and… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Al Bateen Executive Airport, ADAC’s dedicated business aviation airport of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), witnessed a spur in traffic during the 2012 Formula 1 season. The executive airport recorded 210 total commercial aircraft movements during the F1 race period between 28th October and 5th November, with the… Read the full press release
2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Live web streaming available to media – 10:30am (NZ time) Saturday, 24 November. On Saturday 24 November, Air New Zealand will unveil its spectacular Hobbit-inspired 777-300 aircraft at an exclusive invitation only event in Auckland, New Zealand. The event will feature: Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Rob Fyfe Warner Bros SVP Worldwide Promotions Gene Garlock… Read the full press release
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The festive season will get a rousing lift-off in the Mid-West as Shannon Airport hosts a Music Celebration on Friday, 7th December in the airport’s Departures Terminal. The internationally acclaimed Kilfenora Céilí Band from North Clare will headline the free event which will feature the best of music and comedy talent from… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas has created the ultimate celebration package for a grand good-bye to 2012 and a fantastic welcome to 2013. The Ultimate Presidential New Year’s Eve Package One lucky couple can celebrate the onset of 2013 with an over-the-top New Year’s Eve weekend at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas. The… Read the full press release
Free holiday tradition is one of Chicago’s must-see seasonal events Chicago – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lincoln Park Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland during the 18th annual ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Charter One beginning Nov. 23. This free, family-oriented holiday celebration illuminates the sky with two million lights, including larger-than-life lighted animals and seasonal features, activities and sweet… Read the full press release
Top-Producing Virtuoso Member Agencies Earn Budapest to Nuremburg Cruise and Experience River Cruising at its Best NEW YORK, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — River cruising is one of the fastest growing trends in luxury travel. As a testament to this trend, leading luxury travel network, Virtuoso® , elected to hold its eighth annual Chairman’s Recognition Event aboard AmaWaterways’ AmaCerto…. Read the full press release
From fun in the sun to winter wonderlands, destinations offer a holiday vacation for every traveler Parsippany, N.J. – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Women on Their Way by Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), the hospitality industry’s longest-running branded program entirely dedicated to female travelers, has chosen its top 10 holiday destinations for 2012 holiday vacations. After months of hard work,… Read the full press release
Hotel hosts the final in the series of art collaborations with Modern ArtBuyer, showcasing artwork by Julia Wilson London at Canary Wharf, England – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thursday, November 22, 2012 will see the final in the series of art installations with Modern ArtBuyer during Art & Music Thursdays at Four Seasons Hotel London at Canary Wharf. Hotel guests… Read the full press release
SHANGHAI, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The second PATA China Responsible Tourism & China-ASEAN Tourism Development Forum concluded in Shanghai November 16 with 152 participants, up from 130 who attended the first forum on December 16, 2011. All delegates interacted with international experts to debate various issues relating to responsible tourism. Run in partnership with the ASEAN-China Centre… Read the full press release
2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), is providing cool deals on hotels for Budapest’s annual Winter Festival, which promotes the city’s long history and unique cultural offerings. This is the 7th year that the Hungarian National Tourism Office has organized the festival, and a… Read the full press release
The Drake Hotel Announces Packages For The Hottest New Year’s Celebration CHICAGO – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Drake Hotel recently opened up package reservations for the annual ChicagoScene New Year’s Eve Gala. The overnight package includes deluxe accommodations and tickets for general or VIP admission. The tickets grant admission to the festivities at The Drake… Read the full press release
Winter Dance 2013 and Wired Fridays Begin January 4 at the Chicago Cultural Center 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — As winter takes hold, swing into the new year with Winter Dance 2013 and Wired Fridays DJ/dance series at the Chicago Cultural Center (77 East Randolph). Both events are free to the public. Winter Dance 2013 Winter’s version… Read the full press release
Delegates to enjoy 007-themed cocktails and giveaways 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to VisitEngland’s stand at EIBTM 2012 will be ‘shaken, not stirred’, with a special James Bond-themed cocktail reception and fantastic competition prizes up for grabs. Running from 27-29 November in Barcelona, Spain, EIBTM is the world’s largest meetings and events trade show, attracting thousands of visitors… Read the full press release
Holiday Favorite Dance-Along Nutcracker® Returns to Chicago Cultural Center, Sunday, December 9 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The visions of sugar plums aren’t just dancing in their heads….the sugar plums are actually dancing when the 9th Annual Dance-Along Nutcracker® returns to the Chicago Cultural Center, Sunday, December 9. Presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special… Read the full press release
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Woodland Park Zoo new WildLights presented by KeyBank WHAT Woodland Park Zoo will be illuminated in a whole new light when its first ever winter lights festival, WildLights presented by KeyBank, premieres this winter for children and adults alike. The press is invited to a preview of WildLights Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, November 19-21,… Read the full press release
Caroling at Cloud Gate, Fridays at 6p.m. Nov. 23 – Dec. 21 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrate the holidays in Millennium Park, when Caroling at Cloud Gate returns on Friday evenings from November 23 through December 21, 2012 at 6 PM during the holiday season. This free program, presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs… Read the full press release
Philadelphia Zoo to Hold 3rd Annual Global Conservation Gala to Honor Innovators in the World of Conservation Hosted by star of ‘Extra’ Maria Menounos, the Gala Celebrates those Working to Save Habitat and Wildlife 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Thursday, November 1, 2012, the Philadelphia Zoo will host its 3rd Annual Global Conservation Gala, honoring innovators… Read the full press release
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds Island Resorts Magnificent Island-Style Meetings A Meeting Paradise Hosting more than 700 meetings and social functions annually, the TradeWinds Island Resorts– the TradeWinds Island Grand and Guy Harvey Outpost, a TradeWinds Beach Resort – can accommodate groups from 10 to 1,000. The TradeWinds provides business travelers access to 14 restaurants and… Read the full press release
Check presentation ceremony to be held November 29th SAN FRANCISCO — 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The San Francisco International Airport Charity Golf Tournament Committee (SFO-CGTC) will donate $63,000 to three local charities on November 29, 2012. The funds were raised during a charity golf tournament held on October 1st, and will benefit the San Francisco Police Wilderness Adventure… Read the full press release
Designated Downtowns Call on Vermonters to take the 50/50 Challenge MONTPELIER, Vt. – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — As downtown businesses across the state ready themselves for the holiday shopping season, the Dept. of Economic, Housing and Community Development (DEHCD) is pleased to announce the 50/50 Challenge, a call to Vermonters to support their community by doing at… Read the full press release
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cape Town International Airport hosted the Airport Shopping local school choir competition on Saturday 17 November. Congratulations to Harry Gwala High School from Belhar which walked away with the title for 2012! Coming in second was Settlers High School from Bellville West and Bloekbombos Secondary School from Kraaifontein took third place. The… Read the full press release