Category Archives: Festivals and Events

Mandarin Oriental, Canouan an ideal destination for weddings, vow renewals and anniversary celebrations

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Hong Kong, 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — With its seductive, hideaway beaches, sultry sea waters, lush tropical terrain and indulgently elegant accommodations, Mandarin Oriental, Canouan naturally inspires romance, making it ideal for destination weddings, vow renewals and anniversary celebrations. Located on 1,200 acres on the island’s northern shore, known as Grenadines Estate, there are many stunning… Read the full press release

Early-bird tickets on sale now for Zoo Atlanta’s signature wine event Sippin’ Safari

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Atlanta GA, 2018-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — WHAT: Early-bird tickets are on sale now for Sippin’ Safari presented by Groupon, coming up Saturday, September 22, 2018. The third-annual signature event will feature wine sampling, bites from local restaurants, live music on stages throughout the Zoo, evening wildlife viewing and more for Zoo-goers age 21… Read the full press release

Regent Seven Seas Cruises reveals its 2020-2021 itineraries; now open for bookings

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167 Voyages Feature 11 New Ports, 4 Grand Voyages and Additional Free Pre- and Post-Cruise Land Tour Programs MIAMI, 2018-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises today (Aug. 13, 2018) revealed its 2020-2021 itineraries, which showcase 167 sailings including maiden calls to 11 new ports across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, four newly-released Grand… Read the full press release

The Concorde Conference Centre at Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park now open for Christmas party bookings

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Capacity for up to 700 people Private venue hire until 1am Red carpet arrival with a sparkling drinks reception Three-course meal under the wings of the Concorde Private Concorde tours included in venue hire Personalised logo projection on Concorde DJ, dance floor, stage and starlit backboard Free onsite parking for guests For more information www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk MANCHESTER,… Read the full press release

City of Chicago announces the 60th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show

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Che “Rhymefest” Smith will tandem jump with the U. S. Army Golden Knights on Saturday, August 18, Hometown Hero Kate Grant will fly with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and Chicago Public School Student Angel Cardenas will fly with Sean Tucker on Thursday, August 16 Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Che “Rhymefest” Smith will… Read the full press release

Changi Airport Group launches new initiative to raise awareness of the talents and gifts of persons with disabilities

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SINGAPORE, 2018-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Giving space and an avenue for expression to Persons with Disabilities – that’s the aim of the Changi Inspires Art Fair by Changi Airport Group (CAG). This new initiative hopes to raise awareness of the talents and gifts of outstanding artists from five organisations – Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore, Metta… Read the full press release

Historic Environment Scotland: Britain’s preeminent painter L.S. Lowry on display at Duff House until 13 May 2019

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A masterpiece by much-loved English painter L.S. Lowry has gone on display at Duff House. EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — ‘Canal and Factories’ captures the mills, factories and smoking chimneys of the industrial towns of Runcorn and Widnes on the river Mersey, and features Lowry’s famous ‘matchstick men’. Painted in 1955, the scene… Read the full press release

35 outstanding young artists selected for Chicago’s 2018 Rising Star Honor Roll

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Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) will honor 35 outstanding young artists selected for the city’s 2018 Rising Star Honor Roll at a private reception tonight, August 8, at the Chicago Cultural Center. Recognized for their creative leadership and exceptional artistic talents, the young… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways sponsors the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland at the Stena Line Dublin Horse Show for the second consecutive year

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Qatar Airways celebrated its one-year anniversary of direct service to Dublin in June Award-winning airline is a proud sponsor of this prestigious event DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Aug-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to sponsor the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland at the Stena Line Dublin Horse Show as the Official… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways is the Official Airline of the 18th Asian Games Jakarta Palembang 2018

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Signing ceremony held in Indonesia to mark partnership  45 participating nations to gather in Indonesia for the spectacular global sporting event The national carrier of the State of Qatar unites fans from around the globe in Jakarta and Palembang Qatar Airways flies three times per day to Jakarta DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Aug-13 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

PATA and SPTO to host second Pacific Tourism Insights Conference (PTIC) in Apia, Samoa on October 3, 2018

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BANGKOK, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in partnership with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) will organise the second Pacific Tourism Insights Conference (PTIC) in Apia, Samoa on October 3, 2018. The event, generously hosted by the Samoa Tourism Authority (STA), brings together a dynamic and unique line up of international thought leaders recognised for their… Read the full press release

Oman Air supports Ironman 70.3 triathlon competition as the Official Carrier

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MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The iconic and internationally acclaimed sporting event Ironman 70.3 will be held in the Sultanate of Oman, supported by the Ministry of Tourism (MoT). The triathlon competition will be held in the capital city of Muscat, which will create a perfect backdrop for Ironman 70.3, offering guests an… Read the full press release

The 15th Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon to take place on 28th October 2018; finish line relocates to the Parc du Cinquantenaire

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The 15th Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon will take place on 28th October 2018. Together with title partner, Brussels Airport, the organisation has made a conscious choice for change. The finish line shall therefore relocate to the Parc du Cinquantenaire, the expo will move to the spectacular Autoworld,… Read the full press release

London Gatwick joined the city-wide celebration of diversity during the Community Parade at Brighton Pride festival

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150 members of Gatwick staff joined the airport’s branded bus to lead the parade More than 300,000 people participated in the UK’s biggest Pride event Brighton Pride partnership forms part of Gatwick’s wider community engagement programme GATWICK, UK, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — London Gatwick once again led the Community Parade at Brighton Pride… Read the full press release

The Indianapolis Airport Authority to host St. Vincent Flyaway 5K cancer run/walk charity event on Sept. 15

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Charity event offers ‘a unique experience on the airfield’ INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority will hold its first-ever run/walk charity event on the airfield of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in mid-September. Holding the event on the airfield will provide a unique and memorable location for the annual St…. Read the full press release

CDA announces the Law Enforcement Torch Run Plane Pull on Sept. 22 at O’Hare International Airport

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Participants test ‘tug-of-war’ skills by pulling 90-ton plane Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — This July Chicago welcomed Special Olympics athletes from all around the world for the organization’s 50th Anniversary celebration. The excitement continues this fall at O’Hare International Airport with the Law Enforcement Torch Run Plane Pull. Teams of local law enforcement agencies and the general… Read the full press release

British Airways joins the Brighton & Hove Pride parade celebrations

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is Flying Proud at Brighton & Hove Pride today (August 04, 2018), where the airline is sponsoring the Pride parade and festival in support of the LGBT+ community, with employees from across the airline joining in the celebrations. Over 300,000 people poured out into the city’s… Read the full press release

7th UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism, 16-19 September 2018 in Seoul, Republic of Korea

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Madrid, Spain, 2018-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Urban tourism and its potential for more sustainable and inclusive cities will be the major focus of the 7th UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism (16-19 September 2018) in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The Summit aims to set out a vision looking to 2030 for this rapidly-growing tourism segment…. Read the full press release

Airports Going Green 2018 extends deadline for Sustainability Award Nominations

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Airports Going Green 2018 Call for Sustainability Award Nominations Chicago, IL, 2018-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Each year, the Airports Going Green (AGG) conference recognizes and celebrates sustainability in the aviation industry. As the 2018 AGG conference approaches, the nomination period for this year’s awards is open, and has been extended through August 6,… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Sponsors the 2018 Qatar Goodwood Festival, from 31 July to 4 August, West Sussex

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Award-winning airline sponsors a week of elegant fashion combined with some of the world’s greatest flat-races Qatar Airways operates 95 flights per week to the United Kingdom Airline recently launched direct services to London Gatwick and Cardiff DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce that it is the… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo and Gargash partner to transport Alfa Romeos to the prestigious Gumball 3000 motor rally

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Cars flown to London to mark Dubai based Gargash’s 100th anniversary Dubai, UAE, 2018-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, and Gargash, one of the largest distributors of premium and luxury cars in the UAE, have partnered to transport two Alfa Romeos from Dubai to London for the prestigious… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific becomes the Official Airline Partner of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong

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Carrier supports local sports talents at multi-sports events as official airline partner HONG KONG, 2018-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific has become the Official Airline Partner of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China from 2018 to 2022, providing support for home-grown athletes to participate in a series of high-profile… Read the full press release

Stapleford Park celebrates Melton Mowbray’s annual PieFest with a limited-edition game pie created in collaboration with Nice Pie

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Leicestershire, England, 2018-Jul-31 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of Melton Mowbray’s annual PieFest (28th July to 29th July), Stapleford Park will be serving up a limited-edition game pie at its Library Bar created in collaboration with award-winning pie shop, Nice Pie. An ode to Leicestershire’s long pie-making tradition, the pastry creation is filled… Read the full press release

Myanmar Shalom Offers FAM Trip to Magical Myanmar

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Yangon, Myanmar, 2018-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Myanmar has recently opened its doors to the world after decades of isolation and now is the time to explore this Magical country.  We have created unique FAM Trip (21st  – 30th September) for Travel Agents/Tour Operators/DMC/Tour Leaders and also first time travelers to Myanmar. With a focus… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Paris launches new package featuring VIP access to the Egon Schiele – Jean-Michel Basquiat exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton

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Hong Kong, 2018-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Paris has launched a luxury accommodation offer that includes VIP access to the much-anticipated exhibition of two revolutionary artists. Available from 3 October 2018 to 14 January 2019, the Basquiat & Schiele, Art at Fondation Louis Vuitton package includes no-queue tickets to the Egon Schiele – Jean-Michel Basquiat… Read the full press release

Scotland to play host to the next TEDSummit, from 21 to 25 July 2019

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Scotland has fought off stiff competition from around the globe to play host to the next TEDSummit. The prestigious summit, part of the TED network, which has previously been held in Canada will take place at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre from 21 to 25 July 2019,… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Innovation Hub and SAP launch startup innovation challenge to explore the potential of blockchain technology in the aviation industry

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The idea contest from the Lufthansa Innovation Hub and SAP.iO Berlin Foundry seeks blockchain-based solutions that make the traveler’s customer experience, processes, supply chains, and maintenance procedures at airlines smoother, safer and more interconnected Ideas can be submitted in three categories until August 31, 2018 Participants can further develop their ideas in exchange with experts… Read the full press release

City of El Dorado releases a new visitors’ reference guide

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EL DORADO, ARK., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — With the summer travel season heating up, the city of El Dorado has released a new visitors’ reference guide highlighting overnight accommodations, unique dining experiences, local festivals, live concerts and more. Released by the El Dorado Advertising & Promotions Commission and produced by the Commission’s agency of… Read the full press release

Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart

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Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart Leading travel tech start-up programme led by Expedia Affiliate Network and Hotels.com   London, UK , 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Luggage storage start-up, Stasher, has won Hotel Jumpstart, a mentorship-driven accelerator programme for innovative travel tech start-ups led by Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) and… Read the full press release

SJC hosted Working@SJC Career Fair to create job opportunities college-age and high school students interested in aviation careers

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High School and College-Age Students Learn About Aviation Careers through Behind-the-Scene Tours, Mock Interviews and Career Panels San Jose, Calif., 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Working@SJC Career Fair hosted by Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in partnership with Alaska Airlines and the Bay Area Council on July 17, 2018, showcased to college-age and… Read the full press release