Cork, Ireland, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI, the world’s leading timeshare exchange business, has been officially recognised as a Best Workplace 2013, following an award ceremony designed to showcase the best employers in Ireland. Of the 49 leading companies who made the list, RCI was 12th in the large business category, making it the highest placed tourism… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Holidays
Hershey Highmeadow Campground Adds new accommodations in Celebration of 50th Anniversary season
Just in time for summer, new accommodations available for upcoming travel season Hershey, Pa., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests visiting Hershey Highmeadow Campground this summer can enjoy entertainment at neighboring Hershey attractions, brand new facilities at the Campground, and enjoy a 50th anniversary season. Hershey Highmeadow Campground opened on May 16, 1963 and has grown from 50 sites and one… Read the full press release
The Tourism Authority of Thailand launches “Songkran Splendours” — A variety of events to celebrate the Thai New Year
Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is organising a variety of events from 6 to 21 April 2013 to celebrate the Thai New Year under the name “Songkran Splendours.” The holiday, which falls during the hottest month of the year in Thailand, celebrates the conventional calendar’s “astrological passage” and is marked… Read the full press release
Jersey Crowned Second Best Island in Britain and Eighth in Europe
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, have announced the winners of its inaugural 2013 Travellers’ Choice Islands Awards, based entirely on feedback from millions of TripAdvisor travellers. Jersey has great cause for celebration – the Channel Island has been crowned Britain’s second best island and even features in the European top 10… Read the full press release
VisitEngland: 2.7 MILLION BRITS TO TAKE A UK BREAK OVER EASTER WEEKEND
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2.7 million Brits (6 per cent of the adult population) plan to make the most of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend by taking at least one overnight holiday trip in the UK, with 2.5 million people (5 per cent) planning to take that trip in England, according to VisitEngland’s latest Trip Tracker… Read the full press release
Makena Golf Course to Close for the Rest of the Year for a multi-million dollar improvement program
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
Join Woodland Park Zoo for its annual Spring Fling: Enjoy keeper talks and animal feedings
SEATTLE, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Woodland Park Zoo has your spring break plans covered! Join the zoo for its annual Spring Fling, April 12-14 and 19-21. Enjoy keeper talks and an opportunity to feed the elephants, penguins and Australian birds (additional cost for feedings). Spring Fling programs are free with zoo admission, except as noted. The… Read the full press release
Suite Dreams at Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel
Iconic London Property Creates Nursery Fit For a Royal Baby. London, England, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel and bespoke nursery designers Dragons of Walton Street, today announce an exclusive partnership which will see a luxury Premium Park View suite transformed into an exquisite, quintessentially British nursery, designed and tailored with a… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Launches campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan
Launches campaign to mark half a century of successful operations in the country 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today launched a campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan. As part of the celebrations, the leading global hospitality company has announced a series of promotions and sweepstakes that will be rolled out over the… Read the full press release
Civil Aviation Authority is warning British holidaymakers to make sure they get an ATOL certificate to avoid being left out of pocket
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the cold weather continuing, thousands of British holidaymakers are expected to book summer getaways this Easter weekend however, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is warning people to make sure they get an ATOL certificate to avoid being left out of pocket. Today’s warning comes as new research reveals that some… Read the full press release
Canada returns as the star of the show in China
Canadian travel adventures and TV exposure form a dream ticket for Chinese travellers in CTC’s buzz-building promotion. 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Who says lightning doesn’t strike twice in the same place? The China office of the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has just unveiled the second season of its “Canada, You can be a Star” promotion. Wannabe Canadian adventurers must answer… Read the full press release
Silicon Valley Airport and its Airlines Advise Travelers to Plan Ahead and Arrive Early for a Smooth Travel Experience
SAN JOSE, CA, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spring Break is generating increased passenger traffic at Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Silicon Valley Airport and its airlines advise travelers to plan ahead and check in early to prevent delays during this busy travel holiday period. Passenger traffic is on the rebound at SJC due to increased volume for Spring Break travel… Read the full press release
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort Hosts Themed Events, Activities and More
PHOENIX, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Summertime at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort means both pool time and fun time that can’t be had anywhere else. From superheroes and aliens to sports stars, families will be transported to a fantasy world at the property’s “Summer of Imagination.” From May 28 to August 31, The River Ranch will be transformed… Read the full press release
PATA will organise the PATA Youth Forum, with the theme, “Search, Connect, Experience – The Future of Tourism
Bangkok, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will organise the PATA Youth Forum, with the theme, “Search, Connect, Experience – The Future of Tourism.” Hosted by the College of Innovation at Thammasat University, the Forum will take place Thursday April 25 at Sri Burapa Auditorium, Thammasat University, Tha Pra Chan Campus, Bangkok…. Read the full press release
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch Prepares For Re-Opening
2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to Christchurch will be able to see the rebuild of the city from its very heart when the centrally located Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch re-opens on May 1. The Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch has 171 guest rooms and occupies levels 4 to 15 of the Pacific Tower building on Gloucester Street, opposite recently… Read the full press release
ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA PRESENTS THE ULTIMATE GOLF PACKAGE TO COINCIDE WITH THE OHL CLASSIC AT MAYAKOBA
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
IHG commits to provide free internet to all its 71m loyalty members worldwide
New global research reveals free internet is more important than room service to travellers 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced that it will be providing free internet to all its 71m loyalty programme members, worldwide. The announcement comes as IHG reveals the results of a global online survey* which show that nearly half… Read the full press release
China’s new national tourism strategy set to increase outbound tourism
Madrid, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — ‘The Outline for National Tourism and Leisure (2013-2020)’, recently issued by the government of China, sets the ground for the redefinition of tourism development and management in the country, including a strong support for outbound tourism as well as a focus on a greater distribution of the economic, socio-cultural and environmental benefits… Read the full press release
Now Boarding: Two New Around-the-World Trips on a Private Jet, Four Seasons Style
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
Travelport announces a new long-term technology agreement with Holiday Genie
Langley, United Kingdom, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry, today announces a new long-term technology agreement with Holiday Genie, a leading UK independent online travel agency. The new agreement builds upon 15 years’ technology partnership between Travelport and Holiday Genie, one of… Read the full press release
Finnair and Finavia’s Helsinki Airport launch Quality Hunters 2013 to seek out practical ways of improving the travel experience
What are the most memorable moments in travelling? How can the travel experience be made smoother and even more enjoyable? After two ground-breaking crowdsourcing initiatives, Finnair and Finavia’s Helsinki Airport know who to ask. In 2013, Quality Hunters returns — more interactive than ever. 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 26 March, Finnair, one of the world’s… Read the full press release
Travel industry warned not to mislead consumers when selling holidays
2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel companies operating in the UK must provide consumers with clear, transparent and timely information when advertising and selling flights and holidays, states new guidance launched by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) today. The guidance is aimed at airlines, price comparison websites, travel agents and… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Announces “We Time/Me Time” for Unique Family Travel Vacations This Year
Customized itineraries let parents be parents while finding time to be couples too. 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Imagine travelling to Maui’s only five-star luxury resort with a teenager, young child and infant in tow. Question: vacation or nightmare? Answer: pure vacation at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, where every detail has been orchestrated to create the perfect… Read the full press release
Australians urged to get entries in for Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition
2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Adventure seeking Australians hoping to win one of Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ have less than a month to apply and submit their 30 second video and convince judges why they deserve A$100,000 to land one of six dream jobs. The ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition is already proving… Read the full press release
SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE AND COLLABORATORS SUCCESSFULLY BREED ENDANGERED FROG SPECIES
2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The limosa harlequin frog (Atelopus limosus), an endangered species native to Panama, now has a new lease on life. The Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Project is successfully breeding the chevron-patterned form of the species in captivity for the first time. The rescue project is raising nine healthy frogs from one mating pair and… Read the full press release
Luxury travel network Virtuoso® unveils the latest hotel in its Preview program to open, The Alpina Gstaad
NEW YORK, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Luxury travel network Virtuoso® unveils the latest hotel in its Preview program to open, The Alpina Gstaad. The property is the first five-star hotel to debut in a century in the legendary Swiss resort. Nestled in the Bernese Alps, The Alpina Gstaad is set among five acres in the exclusive hilltop area of… Read the full press release
Matt Moran kicks off the world’s first blogger race around Australia
2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Three of Australia’s top bloggers rose to Matt Moran’s gastronomic challenge this morning to mark the start of the T-QUAL Tick Race, a campaign that will see the bloggers racing around Australia to visit some of the country’s quality tourism experiences. During the eight day race, the bloggers from Mummy Smiles (Natalie Birt), YTravel (Caroline… Read the full press release
Two Promotional Videos by the Tourism Authority of Thailand win awards at ITB 2013 film competition
Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — One TV commercial spot and one video clip produced by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) were among the top-three award winners at an international Tourism Film and Multimedia Competition held at the International Tourism Bourse (ITB 2013), the world’s largest travel trade show held in the German capital of Berlin… Read the full press release
COLORADO FOR THE BIRDS: BIRDWATCHING TRAILS AND FESTIVALS
DENVER, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — From the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the dry grasslands of the short-grass plains, more than 450 species of birds inhabit Colorado’s diverse landscape. Visitors can explore 27 designated birding trails that also highlight the state’s beautiful scenery and enjoy festivals celebrating various avian species across the state. A sampling of birding… Read the full press release
IHG signs first Holiday Inn Express in Australia
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) will introduce one of the world’s fastest growing hotel brands to Australia, with the signing of the Holiday Inn Express hotel in a prime Perth CBD location. Perth-based developer Sunfire Asset has engaged IHG to manage a new-build 224-room Holiday Inn Express hotel, to be located at… Read the full press release