Chicago’s Official Birthday Party Features Jazz Music, American Indian Drumming, an Essay Contest—and Eli’s Cheesecake 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago’s had issues with fire in the past – so the city’s birthday cake will not have 176 candles this year. But even without the candles, there’ll be plenty of cake and a guaranteed “hot time” for… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Festivals and Events
By Eck! Wallace & Gromit Join VisitEngland’s 101 Expert Panel
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to a phenomenal response to its “101 Things to do before you go abroad” campaign, VisitEngland has enlisted an elite team of fellow experts to help select the cream of the crop. Wallace & Gromit, Bill Oddie, Sonali Shah, Clemency Burton-Hill, Skye Gyngell and a Yeoman Warder from the Tower of… Read the full news article
Hilton Pattaya Team Joined 2013 North Face 100 Thailand Trial Running Ultra Marathon At Khao Yai
PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The team members of Hilton Pattaya lead by the hotel’s general manager, Philippe Kronberg and Harald Feurstein, general manager of Conrad Bangkok recently participated in “The 2013 North Face 100 Thailand”, the second edition of country’s Ultimate Trail Running Challenge. The route started and finished at Villa Paradis hotel, passed… Read the full news article
KINGS ISLAND TO HOST INAUGURAL OPENING DAY KOMEN COLOR ME PINK 5K APRIL 27
KINGS ISLAND, Ohio, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The most colorful Opening Day in Kings Island’s tradition-steeped history takes place Saturday, April 27, when the 364-acre amusement and waterpark hosts the inaugural Komen Color Me Pink 5k Walk/Run to raise money and awareness in the fight against breast cancer. The Komen Color Me Pink 5k features a… Read the full news article
SLAìNTE! TRUMP INTERNATIONAL HOTEL & TOWER® CHICAGO ANNOUNCES FESTIVE PROGRAMMING FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY REVELRY
Enjoy a birds’-eye view of the dyeing of the Chicago River and the Columbus Drive parade from luxury skyboxes or over spirited cocktails in Rebar CHICAGO, 2013-02-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Saturday, March 16, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites Chicagoans to mark St. Patrick’s Day – one of the city’s most spirited holidays – with unique celebrations… Read the full news article
Say “I Do” to a Memorable Bridal Spa Treatment at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
An exclusive treatment for the bride-to-be, combining Pharaonic rituals and a contemporary Spa experience. 2013-02-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Preparing for one of the most important days of one’s life is not an easy task, so the Spa at Four SeasonsHotel Cairo at Nile Plaza has created a unique Bridal Essentials package, designed for the bride to look and feel her best… Read the full news article
TATNEWS.ORG SEEKING IMAGES OF THAI EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The official media website for the Tourism Authority of Thailand, www.TATNews.org, is inviting all photographers, travelers, media, and anyone interested in photography to participate in their first photo contest of 2013, with the theme being “Thailand Events & Festivals”. The competition is open to professionals and amateurs alike, regardless of age… Read the full news article
Doncaster Sheffield Airport, Northern lights available at peak time
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers from South Yorkshire’s airport have the chance to catch the northern lights at their most colourful. A special flight from Doncaster Sheffield Airport will allow people to take in the famous solar spectacle at their peak time in March. BBC astronomer Peter Lawrence, famous for his role on The Sky at… Read the full news article
British Airways, Flying back in time for Red Nose Day
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is taking a step back in time by hosting the ‘Highest 80s Gig in the Sky’ on Sunday 10 March for Red Nose Day – with Bananarama, Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet), Kim Wilde and Go West performing. The exclusive flight will attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the… Read the full news article
Parade for the Celebration of the Year of the Snake next vitalizes Macau Northern District
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Organized by Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), the mega evening outdoor Lunar New Year celebrations named “Parade for the Celebration of the Year of the Snake” took place at Macau Northern District tonight (February 16), boosting the festive ambience in town for citizens and visitors. MGTO Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes,… Read the full news article
Hilton Pattaya Presents ‘Chill-Out To The Next Level’ With Region’s Premiere DJs’ At Horizon
This Premier Rooftop Entertainment Venue Offers the Exclusivity of Bangkok Hottest DJs Line-up PATTAYA, Thailand – 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya presents its latest DJs event throughout February and March 2013 at Horizon restaurant and bar. It has enlisted an eclectic DJ line-up, playing various famous tunes from new funk, jazz, house upbeat to the… Read the full news article
Love is in the air – as Belfast tops easyJet’s St Valentine’s Day destinations from JLA
2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s that time of year again when couples treat each other to a little extra romance, but it’s not just love that will be in the air today. For one of Liverpool John Lennon Airport’s (JLA) biggest operators, this means a surge in bookings as passengers take advantage of some great value… Read the full news article
The airline world is in need of new business models – Experts discuss change in aviation at the Hamburg Aviation Conference
2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Michael Eggenschwiler, Chief Executive Officer of Hamburg Airport, is certain that “the world of the established airline is in need of new business models.” Many traditional airlines, including Lufthansa and Air France, are already looking for new ways of commercially viable operation and are launching low-cost subsidiaries for the short and medium-haul… Read the full news article
Parade for the Celebration of the Year of the Snake unveils with dazzling float parade and splendid performance
2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — First organized by Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), the grand evening outdoor Lunar New Year celebrations namely “Parade for the Celebration of the Year of the Snake” unveiled tonight (February 12). MGTO Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, President of Cultural Affairs Bureau (ICM), Ung Vai Meng and Administration Committee member of… Read the full news article
Southwest Airlines Honors Proud Tradition Of Celebrating Black History Month All Year Long
2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) will host an array of activities throughout 2013 to honor the Company’s long heritage of serving the African American community and showing its strong dedication to diversity and inclusion. To watch a video of how Southwest Airlines celebrates Black History all year long, visit the airline’s YouTube channel…. Read the full news article
Welcome the Year of the Snake in San Antonio with the 26th Annual Asian Festival
2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Antonio’s Institute of Texan Cultures celebrates the year of the snake with the 26th annual Asian Festival this Saturday, February 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Celebrating the many Asian cultures that have settled this region, this family friendly event features music, cultural performances, food, fashion, crafts and more. Some 15… Read the full news article
Ryanair’s Record Cheltenham Bookings As Festival Countdown Begins
OVER 13,000 RACING FANS TO FLY ON 50 EXTRA RYANAIR FLIGHTS 2013-02-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, the official airline of the Cheltenham National Hunt Festival, today (13 Feb) announced record Cheltenham 2013 bookings with over 13,000 Irish racing enthusiasts set to fly on Ryanair’s lowest fares to the UK’s premier jump racing festival, which gets under… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech Hosts the Original Works of Artist Painter Sibylle Baltzer Until April 15, 2013
Marrakech, Morocco – 2013-02-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests can discover the works of artist painter Sibylle Baltzer at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech until April 15, 2013. “These are works where things appear – they enter the field, they come out, they accept the constraint edges and escape, they play with the limits of the canvas, and so, despite… Read the full news article
Joyful celebrations to welcome in the Year of the Snake
2013-02-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The city is vibrant with festive joy as the Year of the Snake arrives. Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) sincerely wishes Macau citizens and visitors a new year flowing with vitality and bliss. MGTO also hopes that Macau tourism industry will thrive with its diversified and sound development, sparing no efforts in… Read the full news article
Whistler Film Festival Society Announces Spring Fling – A Taste Of Whistler At Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa
Apres Extravaganza At Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa WHISTLER, B.C. – 2013-02-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new event is set to launch the spring season in Whistler with a tasty après experience. The Whistler Film Festival Society presents Spring Fling – A Taste of Whistler on Saturday, March 30 at Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa. Prepare… Read the full news article
Riders can take Metrolink to 114th annual Golden Dragon Parade in downtown Los Angeles
Metrolink will pass out a limited edition paper train in celebration of Lunar New Year LOS ANGELES – 2013-02-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink passengers will have the opportunity to travel to the 114th annual Golden Dragon Parade this Saturday. After arriving at Los Angeles Union Station, riders can transfer with no additional charge to the Metro… Read the full news article
Knott’s Berry Farm’s Spring Fling!
Knott’s Spring Fling! Knott’s Offers Family-Size Fun March 23 through April 7 Buena Park, CA – 2013-02-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Knott’s Berry Farm, where fun is always growing, will be celebrating the coming of spring in a BIG way with live entertainment, interactive games and food and wine events starting March 23rd. From Ghost Town to… Read the full news article
Aeroflot-OPEN 2013 Chess Tournament celebrating the 90th anniversary of the air company will take place in Moscow (February 11 – 18, 2013)
MOSCOW, 2013-02-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Already a traditional chess tournament «Aeroflot OPEN — 2013» dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the leading Russian airline company will take place in Moscow starting from February 11 till February 18, 2013. Sponsored by Aeroflot and organized by the Russian Chess Federation, this international festival is attracting a lot of amateur and professional chess players from all over the world. «Aeroflot OPEN» is held… Read the full news article
Spirit Airlines Hosting Open Houses for New Flight Attendant Jobs on February 16 – 17
Miramar, Florida, 2013-02-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) is hosting open houses for new flight attendant jobs Saturday, February 16 and Sunday, February 17, 2013. Location: Dallas/Fort Worth Marriott Solana 5 Village Circle Westlake, TX 76262 Dates/Times: Sign-in begins approximately one hour prior to each session and doors will close promptly at the following… Read the full news article
Maldives partcipates at OTM Mumbai
2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives is currently showcasing its sunny side of life in the Indian market at OTM. Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) which started on the 8 th of Feb is One of India’s leading b2b and consumer focused travel show. Together with 12 companies from the Maldivian travel industry MMPRC has taken up a… Read the full news article
Trang Opens New Eco-tourism Route, Prepares for Famous Underwater Weddings
Trang, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Beautiful Trang Province, located along the Andaman Sea in southern Thailand, is opening a new inland trail to promote eco-tourism in the area. Located south of the town center in Palian District, the new route features whitewater rafting, elephant rides, and visits to the Sakai, a tribal community in the Banthat mountains,… Read the full news article
Thailand wins for the fifth times in the International Snow Sculpture Contest at the Sapporo Snow Festival, Japan
Bangkok, 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The title of Grand Champion has again been bestowed on Thailand’s master ice craftsmen as they produced the winning entry in the 40th International Snow Sculpture at the 64th Sapporo Snow Festival, Japan, held during February 5-11, 2013. For this year, there were 11 international teams participating in the completion. The Tourism… Read the full news article
Easter Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Easter Sunday dining at Quattro Restaurant, with Brunch served throughout the day. This Easter Sunday, Quattro Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley welcomes families with brunch offered throughout the day. A three-course Brunch will be served, with choices offered within each course, for USD 75.00 per person. For younger diners, selections will include favourites from… Read the full news article
Latest News from Lonely Planet
2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — In February’s edition of Latest from Lonely Planet: Surprising Romantic Getaways Racking your brains for a gift other than roses or chocolates this Valentines Day? Lonely Planet’s US Travel Editor, Robert Reid, selects six romantic breaks to surprise your loved one. Sitting pretty at number one is Canterbury, made famous by literary… Read the full news article
Fashion Festival gets underway
Tickets on sale for Bath in Fashion 2013 2013-02-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Throughout the years, Bath has always attracted the most fashion conscious amongst society, but from Tuesday 12th February, visitors can see why this city continues to play its part in today’s fashion by snapping up tickets for this year’s Bath in Fashion event (13-21 April… Read the full news article