Parsippany, N.J., 2014-03-25 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) family of brands, announced today that it will return as the title sponsor of the RCI® Christel House Open International Charity Golf Tournament in 2014. This marks the eighth consecutive year that RCI has served as the… Read the full press release
An Ideal Package for the Advanced Golfer Looking to Improve On-Course Performance Riviera Maya, MEXICO, 2014-2-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Golf enthusiasts will flock to the stunning Rosewood Mayakoba, home to the only Jim McLean Golf School in Mexico, May 21 – 24, 2014, to receive personalized sessions from the legendary pro himself during an exclusive,… Read the full press release
A new Director of Golf, restaurant and course redesign provide for an enhanced experience on and off the course Hawaii, Lana’i, Lodge at Koele, US, 2014-1-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Already revered as a top golf destination boasting two expert-designed courses in one of the most stunning locations in the world, Four Seasons Resorts Lanai announces additional improvements to its golf… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2013-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum and Mohamed Alabbar sign major agreement. Dubai World Central and Emaar to develop urban centre and golf destination within DWC. Premium lifestyle development is located in close proximity to the World Expo venue and Al Maktoum International Airport Planned over 13.63 million square metres… Read the full press release
Hua Hin/Cha-am, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Golfers from Thailand and all around the world are being invited to participate in a golf festival to be held all through August and September 2013 in the popular Thai beach resorts of Hua Hin and Cha-am. All participating golfers will be eligible for a lucky draw that will see… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — As an interim arrangement amid the undergoing study by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) on the future development of the North Commercial District, the AA earlier made an application for renewal of planning approval for the “Interim Golf Course (9-hole) with Ancillary Clubhouse Facilities” on a temporary basis. The Town… Read the full press release
ST. LOUIS, 2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 74th Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid is headed to St. Louis from May 21 – 26, 2013, where it will be hosted for the first time by Bellerive Country Club. National Car Rental, the premier rental car brand for business travel, is the Official Rental Car of the Championship, which… Read the full press release
The opening group matches of the 48th Volvo World Match Play Championship were completed on Thursday as the two seeded players in each group of three went head-to-head. 2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — First out were Gonzalo Fernández-Castaño and Welshman Jamie Donaldson who shared the opening two holes before the Spaniard moved into birdie mode to go three-up at the turn…. Read the full press release
2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australian Brett Rumford won the 2013 Volvo China Open on Sunday and in doing so qualified for the 2013 Volvo World Match Play Championship, while a resurgent Henrik Stenson received the coveted sole invitation on offer. They complete an elite 24-man field that includes 14 of World’s top 50 challenging for the… Read the full press release
New Delhi, 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Keeping up the efforts to promote Thailand as a Golf Paradise and to attract the growing golf segment in India, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will collaborate with Thai Airways International to promote Thai Airways International as a “Golf Friendly Airline” by waiving off fees relating to the Golf Bag… Read the full press release
2013-04-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australia’s largest hotel and resort group, Accor, has signed a partnership agreement with Great Golf Courses of Australia (GGA) to provide a range of inspiring golf itineraries to showcase the best of Australia. The agreement was announced at Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) in Sydney. Worth an estimated $26 billion annually, the international… Read the full press release
2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — European Ryder Cup heroes, Ian Poulter, the 2011 Volvo World Match Play Champion, Graeme McDowell, the 2010 US Open Champion, Peter Hanson, six-time European Tour winner and Nicolas Colsaerts, the defending champion, head the latest list of stars to commit to the 2013 Volvo World Match Play Championship, with many more players… Read the full press release
New Delhi, 2013-04-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi Office has appointed India’s ace golfer, 24-year-old Gaganjeet Bhullar, as a Brand Ambassador for a campaign to promote Thailand as one of the most sought after golfing destinations. The campaign is part of a carefully-crafted strategy to attract upmarket Indian visitors to… Read the full press release
2013-04-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia believes the dramatic US Masters victory by ‘Tourism Australia’ tourism ambassador Adam Scott will act as a fillip to the promotion of Australian golf tourism on the international stage. Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said that Scott’s Masters win was not only an incredible personal achievement, but had the potential to help position… Read the full press release
ATLANTA, 2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts brand today announced the launch of a multimedia advertising campaign starring PGA TOUR professional Rickie Fowler. The upscale hotel brand is continuing its relationship with Fowler for a second consecutive golf season and will execute a multichannel campaign designed to show how Crowne Plaza hotels help business travelers meet their personal… Read the full press release
Golf Packages Offered at Many Hyatt Resorts in the U.S. CHICAGO, 2013-04-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels & Resorts announced today that five PGA Tour golfers, Luke Guthrie, Lee Williams, Jeff Klauk, Joey Snyder and Brandt Jobe, will represent Hyatt this season on the PGA Tour. These five golfers will participate in personal appearances at Hyatt corporate… Read the full press release
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced today that it will return as the title sponsor of the RCI Christel House Open International Charity Golf Tournament in 2013. This marks the seventh consecutive year that RCI has served as… Read the full press release
Next Phase of Makena Makeover begins Makena Golf Course to Close for Remainder of the Year New Course to Come On Line in Early 2014 Makena, Maui, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the completion of the makeover of the hotel at Makena Resort, ownership is turning its attention to Makena Golf Course. An announcement today by… Read the full press release
Mexico’s Only PGA TOUR Event Moves to Fall Schedule Boasting Unencumbered Dates Riviera Maya, MEXICO, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — All eyes will be on the stunning El Camaleón Golf Club the week of November 11-17, 2013 for the OHL Classic at Mayakoba when the world’s top PGA TOUR players will have the opportunity to compete on… Read the full press release
Embark on a tour of the Americas or visit 10 legendary destinations in 2014. 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Departure. Few words in the English language carry such excitement and promise (especially when spotted at an airport). It means you’re going places – in more ways than one. Now, after selling out all threeAround the World by… Read the full press release
2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the “Official Airline of Golf Lovers,” Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) teed off a series of initiatives building on its commitment to those who love the game of golf. In addition to a new and exciting partnership with Adams Golf, maker of the #1 Hybrids on the PGA Tour, Southwest, the airline where… Read the full press release
New director is 17-year resident of Costa Rica, 8-yearFour Seasons veteran, tropical turfgrass specialist and award-winning conservationist. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jay Miller has been promoted to Director of Golf at Four SeasonsResort Costa Rica. He was previously Director of Golf Operations at the Resort since the opening of the Arnold Palmer signature golf course in 2005. “We are grateful… Read the full press release
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — PGA TOUR and Avis Car Rental announced today that Brian Gay has been voted the January PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis. As the official rental car company of the PGA TOUR, Avis will make a $50,000 contribution to charities supported by… Read the full press release
2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rendezvous hotels has scored a hole-in-one with its brand new ‘Stay and Play’ golfing experiences available across Australia and New Zealand. Pack the golf clubs, tees and bring along a caddy – hopefully you can avoid a rendezvous with a bunker! Rendezvous Grand Hotel Auckland Enjoy a superb escape at Rendezvous Grand… Read the full press release
Dallas, U.S.A. – 2013-02-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) announced the winners of their inaugural Platinum Awards, recognizing premier golf shops from the private, public, resort and off-course sectors. Tower IV Sports Boutique at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas was among a prestigious group honoured with a Platinum Award for excellence in 2012…. Read the full press release
featuring a five course wine dinner with special guest host Richard Rossi Wailea-Makena, Hawaii – 2013-02-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following a successful inaugural January event, for the February edition of the resort’s Winery of the Month series, the Makena Beach & Golf Resort honors Banfi Vintners. The resort will be hosting a special five-course dinner featuring… Read the full press release
Phoenix Resort Offers Golf Clinics and Stays with Luxury Accommodations PHOENIX, Ariz., 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — While most states are still battling chilly temperatures, Lookout Mountain Golf Club at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort will host monthly clinics, taking advantage of the sunny weather in Arizona. With low spring room rates, visitors from the north and east… Read the full press release
Wailea-Makena, 2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of the Makena Beach & Golf Resort’s new Winery of the Month Series, the resort will be hosting a special five course wine dinner featuring Cakebread Cellar Wines and special guest host, Vice Chairman and Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing of Cakebread Cellars, Mr. Dennis Cakebread. The… Read the full press release
A Food & Wine Tasting with Latin Flare at Makena! Wailea, Makena, 2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Makena Beach & Golf Resort’s Food & Wine Education Series partnership with Master Sommelier Patrick Okubo continues in year 2013 with a whole year of new food and wine tasting events. On Thursday January 10, 2013 at 6 PM… Read the full press release
Leave winter blues behind and enjoy unique, family-pleasing adventures CHICAGO – 2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — For travelers whose idea of fun-filled family adventure includes elephant watching in Africa, desert trekking in Morocco, or cave tubing in Belize, the Preferred Family collection from Preferred Hotel Group presents exceptional alternatives for Spring Break. Using the interactive planning tool at PreferredFamily.com, busy parents can… Read the full press release