Category Archives: Festivals and Events

VIRTUOSO® CELEBRATES 8th ANNUAL CHAIRMAN’S RECOGNITION EVENT ABOARD AMAWATERWAYS’ AMACERTO

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VIRTUOSO® CELEBRATES 8th ANNUAL CHAIRMAN’S RECOGNITION EVENT ABOARD AMAWATERWAYS’ AMACERTO

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 news article

Wyndham Worldwide, Women on Their Way Announces Top 10 Holiday Destinations for 2012

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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 news article

Four Seasons Hotel London at Canary Wharf, The Hotel Where Art Lives

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Four Seasons Hotel London at Canary Wharf, The Hotel Where Art Live

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 news article

Bigger Attendance at Expanded PATA China Responsible Tourism Forum

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Bigger Attendance at Expanded PATA China Responsible Tourism Forum

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 news article

agoda.com takes part in Budapest Winter Festival with free nights & spa entry

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agoda.com takes part in Budapest Winter Festival with free nights & spa entry

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 news article

The Drake Hotel Announces Packages For The Hottest New Year’s Celebration

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The Drake Hotel recently opened up package reservations for the annual ChicagoScene New Year's Eve Gala. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

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 news article

Chicago – Twirl, Twist And Turn Into The New Year

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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 news article

VisitEngland Has ‘Licence to Thrill’ at EIBTM 2012

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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 news article

Chicago, It’s Tu-Tu Wonderful!

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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 news article

Woodland Park Zoo new WildLights presented by KeyBank

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Woodland Park Zoo will be illuminated in thousands of sparkling LED lights during its first ever winter lights festival, WildLights presented by KeyBank, November 23-January 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. nightly. WildLights will be closed December 24 and 25.

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 news article

Chicago Millennium Park’s Cloud Gate Alive With Sound Of Music As Holiday Favorite Returns

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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 news article

Philadelphia Zoo to Hold 3rd Annual Global Conservation Gala

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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 news article

TradeWinds Island Resorts Magnificent Island-Style Meetings

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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 news article

SFO Golf Tournament raises $63,000 for three local charities

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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 news article

It Takes a Village…to Make Vermont’s Downtowns Thrive this Holiday Season

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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 news article

Airport Shopping School Choir competition sees twelve finalists perform at the airport

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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 news article

Hilton HHonors Breaks Into Song and Dance with Flash Mob in Shanghai

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Official Sponsor of Elton John China Tour Delivers Unforgettable Experience & Ticket Giveaway Contest  SHANGHAI – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide’s 10 distinct hotel brands, delighted onlookers in Shanghai with a first of its kind musical flash mob. Set along the city’s iconic East Nanjing Road, 80 dancers… Read the full news article

Maldives takes part in DEMA Dive Show 2012, USA

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Maldives takes part in DEMA Dive Show 2012, USA

2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC) together with representatives from Maldives Tourism Industry have participated in the 36th Annual DEMA (Dive Equipment and Marketing Association)  Dive Show 2012 which took place in Las Vegas USA, from 14th  – 17th November 2012. DEMA Dive Show is WORLD’S ONLY international event for the scuba diving industry focused for trade… Read the full news article

One of Indianapolis’ Beloved Holiday Traditions: Christmas at the Zoo presented by Donatos and Teachers Credit Union

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INDIANAPOLIS – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests are invited to surround themselves with the beauty and magic of the holiday season as the Indianapolis Zoo hosts its 44th year of Christmas at the Zoo. Dating back to 1968, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the United States to hold a holiday lights event, and since then, Christmas… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Nevis Premieres on Tennis Channel TV’s Destination West Indies Segment

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Travellers can tune in this season to follow tips from favourite tennis experts as they hit the scene in St. Kitts & Nevis Nevis, West Indies, Caribbean – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tennis lovers can tune in to the Tennis Channel’s Destination Tennis series this season for a virtual visit to one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets: St. Kitts… Read the full news article

Choose From A Cornucopia Of Thanksgiving Feasts At Hilton San Francisco Financial District

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Hilton San Francisco Financial District invites guests to get in the holiday spirit, and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast in 750 Restaurant & Bar. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

SAN FRANCISCO – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton San Francisco Financial District invites guests to get in the holiday spirit, and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast in 750 Restaurant & Bar. Savory dishes include Sage Garlic Roasted Turkey, Apple Cranberry Stuffing, Roasted Garlic Rosemary Whipped Potatoes, Giblet Gravy, and Orange Cranberry Relish. Guests are welcome to book… Read the full news article

Hilton Global Week of Service – November 15 Recap

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On Day Four of the Hilton Worldwide Global Week of Service, Team Members led more than 170 service events at corporate offices and hotel properties around the world, including signature events in Shanghai, China; Dallas, Texas and Bronx, New York. Credit: Hilton Worldwide.

MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Day Four of the Hilton Worldwide Global Week of Service, Team Members led more than 170 service events at corporate offices and hotel properties around the world, including signature events in Shanghai, China; Dallas, Texas and Bronx, New York. Service projects ranged from fundraising activities for a women’s shelter in Mumbai to packing dinners for children in Michigan – all with… Read the full news article

Travel in style at Capella Singapore

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Capella Singapore invites guests to explore the beauty of Singapore through the lens of luxury SINGAPORE, 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Setting the benchmark for true luxury, Capella Singapore presents a holiday experience like no other. Guests can now travel in true style and comfort and explore all that Singapore has to offer with the Travel in… Read the full news article

Reed Travel Exhibitions launches ILTM Japan

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Kyoto, Japan, 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the success of ILTM Americas, Reed Travel Exhibitions, organiser of the leading luxury travel events International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM), ILTM Asia and ILTM Africa has today announced the launch of ILTM Japan taking place 11 – 13 March 2013 in Kyoto, Japan. Japan is home to the second largest… Read the full news article

Dusit Thani Manila’s Christmas Tree Project Year III

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TREE OF HOPE By De La Salle Zobel (DLSZ)

“A HUNDRED VOICES. TEN HOPES. ONE CHRISTMAS STORY”. Dusit Thani Manila’s Christmas Tree Contest Year III November 15 – December 28, 2012 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — After the successfully-staged Christmas Tree Contests in the past two consecutive years dubbed as “Unity in Diversity” with Ms. Tessa Prieto-Valdes as grand winner in 2010 and “The Family Tree” with The Cruz… Read the full news article

Marriott Hotels & Resorts and WIRED Hosted an Evening of Design & Eclectic Art

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Marriott Hotels & Resorts and WIRED Hosted an Evening of Design & Eclectic Art

WIRED’s Chris Anderson Captivated Guests at San Francisco Marriott Union Square. Select Motion Work from Critically Acclaimed Photographer Artist Todd McLellan and Brick Art from artist Nathan Sawaya were also on Display. 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the signature brand of Marriott International, and WIRED, hosted Design Beats: Maker earlier tonight Thursday, November… Read the full news article

Al Mohannadi “With the cooperation and Support of the Nation’s different industries, we aim to elevate Qatar to become the world’s center in Sports tourism”

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Al Mohannadi “With the cooperation and Support of the Nation’s different industries, we aim to elevate Qatar to become the world’s center in Sports tourism”

In accordance with the ASPIRE4SPORTS 2012 exhibition, QTA organizes “Sport Tourism in Qatar” workshop Doha, Qatar, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taking part in the region’s largest sports focused forum, Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), in partnership with ASPIRE4SPORTS and the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), hosted a one day forum to discuss sports tourism in Qatar. ASPIRE4SPORT, one… Read the full news article

DINE OUT VANCOUVER FESTIVAL: THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS

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Vancouver, BC, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dine Out Vancouver Festival is just a few months away, and the kitchen’s already cookin’. Local chefs are dreaming up tantalizing prix fixe menus, hotels are crafting culinary-themed packages and festival organizers are working madly on an events roster that’s guaranteed to be the best in Dine Out history. Info to whet your… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Boston Unveils Exclusive De-Stress Holiday Shopping Package

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enjoy the spirit of the holiday season without the stress by joining Mandarin Oriental, Boston for a day of decadence and luxury followed by a relaxing shopping experience with the De-Stress Holiday Shopping package. As the only luxury hotel in the Back Bay neighborhood with direct access to Copley Place and… Read the full news article

Capella Under the Stars

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Welcome the New Year in style at Singapore’s most luxurious New Year’s Eve Party SINGAPORE, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Count down to the New Year in a white wonderland. Singapore’s most sophisticated New Year revelers will be able to dance the night away on a luminous glass dance floor at  Singapore’s most exclusive and exquisite New… Read the full news article