MONTPELIER, Vt., 2012-10-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The month of November is a time when Vermont’s downtowns and mountain villages become unassuming hosts to theatre, indoor craft bazaars and community “chicken pie” suppers. It’s also a time to explore the wilderness; peaceful day-hikes are ideal before those first few snowfalls’ accumulation add up. Here’s a sampler of… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Festivals and Events
Canada draws attention through New Yorker partnership
CTC teams up with the influential American magazine giant to turn US attention to Canadian adventures 2012-10-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — New York’s literary, media and cultural luminaries found their attentions diverted by Canada at the recent The New Yorker Festival, held Oct. 5-7 in the Big Apple. Writers such as Martin Amis, Zadie Smith, Margaret Atwood… Read the full press release
Travelport Comments on IATA’s NDC (New Distribution Capability) Following 2012 IATA World Passenger Symposium
Atlanta, 2012-10-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport welcomes open engagement with IATA on its New Distribution Capability (NDC) initiative to ensure an effective and efficient method for delivering supplier content to all participants in the travel supply chain. In this regard, Travelport has consistently maintained that standards are an important aspect of the technology landscape in that they… Read the full press release
Celebrate Thanksgiving One of Three Ways with Four Seasons Hotel Denver
Options include a three-course dinner served in EDGE, a Thanksgiving buffet feast served in the Cottonwood Ballroom, and Thanksgiving To-Go Denver, U.S.A. – 2012-10-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Thanksgiving, EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is offering guests and local residents three different ways to celebrate. From a three-course meal in EDGE to a mouthwatering buffet, and even the… Read the full press release
VOLVO WORLD MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP STARTS STRATEGIC COURSE ROTATION BEGINNING IN BULGARIA IN 2013
Kavarna, BULGARIA, 2012-10-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Volvo today announced their new golf strategy, bringing the Championship to geographical areas of interest for Volvo’s businesses. The strategic move will see the Championship rotate between a few host destinations, acknowledging the true global nature and growing global appeal of golf. Volvo and IMG also announced that the 2013 Volvo World… Read the full press release
Virginia is for Lovers of Decadent Thanksgiving Feasts
RICHMOND, Va., 2012-10-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Family-friendly events including extravagant feasts and ravishing celebrations are fruitful in Virginia this season. From a festival dedicated to the first 1619 Thanksgiving in America at Berkley Plantation, to a feast that even Santa would enjoy, Virginia has wonderful and exciting experiences that the whole family can enjoy this Thanksgiving… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Appoints Leroy Browne As General Manager Of Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre
Hilton Worldwide Brings Barbados Talent to the Island of Trinidad MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the appointment of Leroy Browne as general manager of the 418-room Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre. Browne, a Barbados native, has been acting as interim general manager at Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre since August… Read the full press release
Second appearance on Saturday Kitchen this year for The Atlantic Hotel’s Executive Head Chef, Mark Jordan
2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Executive Head Chef of The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant, Mark Jordan returns to the popular programme Saturday Kitchen on BBC1 on 27 October for the second time this year. Mark will join celebrity Chef James Martin live on air at 10am and in keeping with his passion for promoting Jersey produce,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Readies for 2013 Series of Unforgettable Events
Legendary surfer Dave Kalama and windsurfing champion Matt Pritchard offer two new “on the water” events; popular tennis and cycling camps with top pros return; yoga retreat with Kathryn Budig and Four Pinots at Four Seasons round out the year Hawaii, Maui, U.S.A. – 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Maui’s only Forbes… Read the full press release
Spend Election Night at The Bristol Lounge Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Sip, swirl and watch the results live – and in style Boston, U.S.A. – 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spend Election Night, Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at The Bristol Lounge Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Boston. Watch the results live from flat screen TVs while sipping Boston’s best martinis and feasting on Executive Chef Brooke Vosika’s crave-worthy fall Bar Menu fare. There’s no better way… Read the full press release
Advocacy, collaboration to be discussed at Governor’s Conference on Tourism Dec. 4-5
CARSON CITY, Nev. — 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism professionals will gather to discuss industry advocacy, international visitation and collaboration at the Nevada Governor’s Conference on Tourism, Dec. 4-5 at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks. Keynote speakers are Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, and Terry Jones, founder of Travelocity.com and current… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson hosts South African aviation officials
ATLANTA – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials met today with South African delegates interested in learning how the world’s busiest airport plans for growth while managing daily operations in conjunction with other aviation agencies. Representatives of Hartsfield-Jackson, Delta Air Lines, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection discussed the… Read the full press release
Macau Government Tourist Office Organized Promotion Events and Food Festival in Australia
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) organized grand promotion events once again in Australia, featuring Macau – A New Dimention, Macau Food Week and Macau Festival to attract the young and families to Macau. The Macau Festival Opening Ceremony was held today (October 20) at the outdoor area in Tumbalong Park at Darling… Read the full press release
AMFORHT IN ROMANIA
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Our President Philippe FRANCOIS has accepted to attend and participate to the 4th European Congress of Rural Tourism from Saturday 06 to Wednesday 10 October in Romania. More than 300 persons from 23 countries attended the 2 full days. Philippe held the microphone 3 times : official inception speech in the morning –… Read the full press release
PATA Hosts Advocacy Dinner in House of Commons, London
Bangkok, 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association’s (PATA) will hold a travel industry advocacy reception and dinner at the House of Commons in London on November 5. Senior spokespeople and lobbyists will attend the dinner, with guest of honour Mr Andrew Rosindell MP, Mr Taleb Rifai, Secretary-General, UNWTO, and keynote speaker Ms Gloria… Read the full press release
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT FUNDS LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR RNIB
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thirty blind and partially sighted local children have benefitted from a series of challenging activities designed to develop their existing skills and independence, thanks to funding from the George Best Belfast City Airport Community Fund. The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) ran three week-long programmes to give the young people, aged between… Read the full press release
Thousands Participate in O’Hare 5K on the Runway and Free Community Day
CHICAGO, 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 2,500 runners and walkers participated in today’s O’Hare 5K on the Runway hosted by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and United Airlines to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Photos highlighting today’s activities are included below. People of all ages, including runners, walkers and aviation enthusiasts, came to O’Hare International Airport today for a… Read the full press release
FirstGroup Employee Raises £4k for CHAS on Carity Walk
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Westhill’s Gary Barbour (42), who works at FirstGroup’s headquarters in Aberdeen, recently completed the WolfTrek Challenge and helped raise £4,000 for the Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) charity. Gary, who is FirstGroup’s Facilities Manager, joined a team of five for the annual event, which comprises a 45-mile walk between Forres on the… Read the full press release
Loi Krathong Festival ~ 2012
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Held annually, Loi Krathong is one of the most beautiful Thai festivals, and it is a time to give thanks to the goddess of waters and to seek forgiveness for past misdeeds. It occurs at night during the full moon of the 12th Thai lunar month (this year, November 28th). Loi literally… Read the full press release
“Chocolate as Medicine” Book Signing and Discussion at The Hershey Story
MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: “Chocolate as Medicine” Book Signing and Discussion at The Hershey Story WHEN: Sunday, November 4 1 to 2:30 p.m. WHERE: The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue 63 W. Chocolate Avenue Hershey, PA 17033 www.HersheyStory.org 717-534-3439 DETAILS: 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Attendees of the Hershey Story’s book signing and discussion can meet… Read the full press release
The Hershey Story and ZooAmerica to Host Scout Days
Hershey, Pa. –2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue and ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park invite Scouts to participate in workshops and activities this November. On Saturday, November 3, The Hershey Story will offer the Indian Lore Boy Scout Merit Badge Workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Scouts can explore the museum’s… Read the full press release
John Deere Meeting Brings $7.3 Million to Local Economy
Omaha CVB Launches New Economic Impact Service OMAHA, NEB. -2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — John Deere and Company held its 2012 North American Dealer meeting in Omaha this August, bringing with it more than 4,100 overnight visitors. The figures are now in and according to the Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau, the economic impact of this meeting… Read the full press release
Concession Opportunity Cellular Phone Rental Kiosk Lease
SAN FRANCISCO — 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport has commenced the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Cell Phone Rental Kiosk Lease, and invites interested parties to attend the Informational Conference on November 8, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at San Francisco International Airport, SFO Business Center, 575 N. McDonnell Road, 2nd Floor, Accounting Conference Room. … Read the full press release
New Brief: Future Simplifying the Business Program Revealed at World Passenger Symposium
Abu Dhabi – 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the positive response to the Simplifying the Business (StB) White Paper (WP) by delegates that attended the World Passenger Symposium in Abu Dhabi. The WP was produced by the StB Think Tank which included stakeholders from across the travel value chain. The WP… Read the full press release
Travelzoo Q3 2012 Earnings Conference Call Thursday, October 25 at 11:00 AM ET
NEW YORK, 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO): WHAT: Travelzoo Inc. will host a conference call to discuss the Company’s financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2012. Travelzoo Inc. will issue a press release reporting its results before the market opens on October 25, 2012. WHEN: Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 11:00 AM… Read the full press release
News Brief: Industry Group Adopts Foundation Standard for New Distribution Capability
Abu Dhabi – 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the IATA Passenger Services Conference (PSC) adopted a Resolution on a Foundation Standard for a New Distribution Capability (NDC), during a meeting at the World Passenger Symposium in Abu Dhabi this week. The NDC will enable airlines to offer more options… Read the full press release
Shock Treatment from Jersey Heritage at Mont Orgueil
2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Prepare yourselves for a night of ghosts, ghouls, creepy characters and spine tingling stories this Halloween as Mont Orgueil Castle in Jersey is transformed into a living, breathing ‘House of Horrors’! Jersey Heritage is throwing open the doors of this historic landmark on Sunday 28th October for its annual ‘spirited’ evening, a… Read the full press release
Screenings of Spielberg’s LINCOLN Scheduled for November 8 in Richmond and Petersburg
-Movie was filmed entirely in Richmond and Petersburg areas – RICHMOND, Va., 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Legendary producer/director Steven Spielberg’s major motion picture LINCOLN, filmed entirely in the Richmond/Petersburg area in 2011, will be shown in a pair of special by-invitation-only advance screenings in Richmond and Petersburg on November 8th. The screenplay was adapted from the… Read the full press release
Liberation Group are Beer Champions
2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Liberation Group, the Channel Islands leading pub, bars and drinks business, has scooped another major industry award. Last night, at the British Beer and Pub Association dinner, the company was crowned Beer Champions in front of industry peers and influential journalists. It is the first time the accolade has been awarded and… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai Presents Australian Food and Wine Master Week
The finest food and wines from Australia hosted by guest Chef Lance McKenzie Shanghai, China – 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai presents some of the finest wines and foods from Australia through October 26, 2012. Guest Chef Lance McKenzie from the renowned restaurant Rococo Noosa in Queensland, Australia is hosting the festivities at Steak House, including cooking classes, wine… Read the full press release