Qatar Tourism Authority ready to dazzle the world at the 10th Anniversary of the Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition

26 exhibitors, representing some 500 of the world’s best known and most prestigious gemstone and watch labels A remarkable 15% increase on international brands Seven-day exhibition, dubbed “Pure Luxury”, spread over 15,000sqm area of jewelry & watches Doha-Qatar, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassem Bin Jabor Al Thani,… Read the full press release

Jersey: A new surf center opens in the heart of St Ouen’s Bay securing 12 jobs

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new local surf company will operate from the Watersplash this spring, taking over the lease from the Jersey Surf School. The ‘Splash Surf Center’ will be managed by local waterman and surfer Chester Mackley, and will offer surfing lessons to groups, schools and individuals. Mackley said; ‘I am really excited to… Read the full press release

Spring Break Travel Trends

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Welcome to the February edition of TRAVEL GUARD UPDATE, a monthly review designed to provide you with up-to-date information on the latest travel trends. This month, we polled travel agents to learn about their clients’ spring break booking trends. We’ll also touch upon a handy tip to ensure smooth travels this spring break… Read the full press release

Eat With Your Wallet Full During Spring Restaurant Week in Hershey

Dates announced for bi-annual celebration of food  Hershey, Pa., 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mark your calendars! Spring Restaurant Week in Hershey is scheduled for March 17 – 23. Food lovers can make reservations at participating restaurants now to secure a seat at the table. Eight restaurants operated by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R) will offer a… Read the full press release

Be the “Beauty on the Beach” This Spring Break with Help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Just in time for Spring Break, The Spa introduces a special package to prep for that vacation in the sun. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Be the beauty on the beach this spring break or for that beach escape with help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The Spa introduces the new Beauty and the Beach package, which combines a sand… Read the full press release

Hilton Pattaya Launches New Promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ At eforea: spa at Hilton

A Uniquely Indulgent Experience Makes It Easy to Have a Healthy Lifestyle PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today unveiled its latest promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ at eforea: spa at Hilton. Available from February 11, 2013 on Level 17 between 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, guests can enjoy a new healthy range… Read the full press release

Mum’s The Word This Mother’s Day At Four Seasons Hotel Dublin

Lovely ways to pamper mothers on March 10. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year, why not create unforgettable memories and celebrate Mothers Day on Sunday, March 10, 2013 atFour Seasons Hotel Dublin? Guests will be spoiled for choice as the possibilities are endless, including a special Sunday Brunch in Seasons Restaurant, where Executive Chef Terry White’s menu will delight and inspire;… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Vail Announces Spring Break Offers

Escape to high elevation this Spring with “Midweek Mogul” or “Third Night Free” specials fromFour Seasons. 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Vail announces its special offers for Spring Break – Midweek Mogul and Stay Longer -Third Night Free. “Spring is a popular time to visit Vail, as spring skiing lends itself to warmer temperatures, yet you still have the vast… Read the full press release

Summer Sun in Portugal at the 4* Marina Club

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The stylish Marina Club occupies an enviable position right in the heart of Lagos marina. Conveying an overriding sense of space and tranquillity and with chic, minimalist decor, this property offers the highest standards of furnishings, service and facilities, and will appeal to those looking for something a little special and different,… Read the full press release

Adventure Travel Emerges at ITB as Sector to Watch

Seattle, WA., 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Adventure travel will feature prominently at ITB-Berlin this year, as evidenced by the presence of the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) in the opening congress, Corporate Social Responsibility Day, during a panel and the ATTA’s new AdventureConnect Peer-to-Peer exchange in Hall 4.1 – Adventure Stage. And, for the first time, IPK’s ITB World Tourism Monitor report 2012/2013, includes a… Read the full press release

Give the Apple of Your Eye the Big Apple with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are giving Yorkshire customers another chance to grab a bite of the big apple, direct from Leeds Bradford Airport. On sale from today, there are two outbound flights taking off on 5th and 12th December 2013 – perfectly timed to treat a loved one to a pre-Christmas getaway in… Read the full press release

PATA Annual Summit to Define and Advance the ‘Complete Visitor Economy’

Bangkok, 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leaders of the Complete Visitor Economy will gather for the 2013 PATA Annual Summit (2013PAS) in Bangkok April 25-28, 2013. Confirmed speakers include Taleb Rifai, Secretary General, UNWTO; Gloria Guevara, Former Secretary of Tourism, Mexico; Lothar Pehl, Senior VP Operations and Global Initiatives, Starwood Hotels and Resorts; Abid Butt, CEO, Banyan… Read the full press release

Manal Kelig Joins the Adventure Travel Trade Association as Executive Director of Middle East and North Africa

Seattle, WA., 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) announced today that Ms. Manal Kelig, an expert in community development and tourism in the Middle East and Northern Africa, has joined the ATTA global team. Over the last three years the ATTA has created executive director positions in targeted regions across the globe in order to… Read the full press release

PATA Appoints Daniela Wagner as PATA European Coordinator

Bangkok, 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has appointed Ms Daniela Wagner as PATA European Coordinator, effective February 22, 2013. Mr Martin J Craigs, PATA CEO said: “I am delighted to welcome Ms Daniela Wagner to the PATA family. Her long and relevant career experience will add value as we build the PATA… Read the full press release

Jay Miller Named Director of Golf at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

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

Canada broadcasts its appeal to Japan

New drama series and experiential summer campaign bring Canadian adventures to Japanese TV. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Canada has what it takes to be big in Japan. The Canadian Tourism Commission(CTC) joined hands with Canadian industry partners to help Imagica BS return to these shores to film a new three-part drama series for Japanese TV in… Read the full press release

Virginia Wine & Dine Month to Celebrate Love by the Glass

-March celebrates local wines at restaurants statewide-  RICHMOND, Va., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia is taking dining to a new level this March with LOVE by The Glass: Virginia Wine & Dine Month. For epicurean travelers, March is an ideal time to visit Virginia, as restaurants and wine shops statewide put local Virginia wines front and… Read the full press release

Splash Into Wellbeing And Fitness At Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

Hong Kong, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce an addition to its luxury facilities with the opening of a new swimming pool and fitness centre, scheduled for early summer 2013. This comprehensive new fitness and wellbeing space, designed by leading hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany (who designed both Dinner… Read the full press release

Winter Refuge with a Taste: Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano Debuts New Menus

Fresca, Stefano’s and Byblos restaurants offer guests a menu lift-up. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The dining experience just got more adventurous atFour Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano. Guests can relish in an enticing culinary experience around an inviting array of new menus offered in Stefano’s and Byblos restaurants, and Fresca Café. At Stefano’s Restaurant, Italian Chef Francesco Picaro… Read the full press release

Lonely Planet Book Saves Three Queensland Boys

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global travel authority Lonely Planet has discovered that its book Not-for-Parents: How to Be a World Explorer has been directly responsible for saving three boys stuck in Queensland mud flats. As originally reported in the Port Douglas and Mossman Gazette last month, nine-year-old Port Douglas boy Vasco Gonsalves and two other boys… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Association Launches 2013 “Travel Blitz”

Grassroots initiative will coordinate travel supporters to engage Members of Congress and reveal travel’s deep economic impact in communities nationwide Washington, D.C., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Elected officials across the country will hear of travel’s broad and significant economic contributions thanks to a new program the U.S. Travel Association is launching called Travel Blitz. “Those of… Read the full press release

BRITISH AIRWAYS OFFERS FREE HOTEL ROOMS IN BRITAIN

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways and VisitBritain have sent out their “Big British Invite” today, offering deals and experiences in the UK, including two nights free accommodation in select UK hotels. The two free nights offer is available when customers purchase a roundtrip airfare between the US and the UK.  The offer is valid through… Read the full press release

Martin Travel Strikes New Technology and GDS Partnership with Travelport

Atlanta, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a new long-term GDS and technology services agreement with Martin Travel, LLC, western Virginia’s leading leisure and business travel services provider. Through the agreement, Martin Travel has gained access to end-to-end travel management technologies, and comprehensive GDS content and services… Read the full press release

Hilton Pattaya Announces ‘An Edgy Easter Sunday Brunch Delight By The Sea’ At Edge

PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest promotion ‘An edgy Easter Sunday brunch delight by the Sea’. Available at Edge restaurant on Sunday, March 31, 2013, it sets the stage for a memorable day with family and friends to celebrate this festive holiday. A variety of mouth-watering dishes capturing an exceptional feast… Read the full press release

ekki BAR & GRILL at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi Presents a Wine Dinner with Chateau Musar

Experience the wines from Lebanon with the world’s oldest wine making history. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — ekki BAR & GRILL at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi will host a one-night only wine pairing dinner with Chateau Musar from Lebanon on March 1, 2013. Wine making in Lebanon has been around approximately 6,000 years and is one of the oldest wine… Read the full press release

ODZALA WILDERNESS CAMPS: OPENING AND OPERATING SCHEDULE FOR 2013 SEASON

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wilderness Collection is excited to announce a 1.5 million Euro renewed investment into the plant and premises of Odzala Wilderness Camps in the Republic of Congo. The success of our debut operating season during 2012, combined with lessons learnt then as well as during the current off season, has resulted in a reinvestment programme… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Munich Presents The Cuisine Of Nobuyuki “Nobu“ Matsushisa

Hong Kong, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Munich is delighted to announce a very special dining promotion to be held from 15 – 23 March 2013 at the hotel’s Michelin starred Restaurant Mark’s, together with the glamorous Matsushisa Mykonos restaurant from the Belvedere Hotel located in Mykonos, Greece. The promotion will showcase the innovative cuisine of master… Read the full press release

BRIAN GAY VOTED JANUARY PGA TOUR PLAYER OF THE MONTH BY AVIS

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

City of Chicago: “Rollin’ Up The River”

30th ANNUAL CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL THIS YEAR, JUNE 6-9 Shemekia Copeland and Bobby Rush Kicks-off the Festival’s Journey Up the Mississippi 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 30th Annual Chicago Blues Festival expands to four days with a special opening night concert at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park the evening of Thursday, June 6 featuring a line-up… Read the full press release

San Diego Zoo – “Are You ‘Takin’ About Me?”

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two-week-old takin calf Linshuh practiced his climbing at the San Diego Zoo this morning. Born on Feb. 2 and weighing around 19 pounds, Linshuh, whose name means “silver snake” in Mandarin, was appropriately named for the year of the snake and because of his extra-silvery coat of fur. Native to the Sichuan… Read the full press release