ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — A well-known innovator in the timeshare industry, Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), is revolutionizing its sales practices by providing every member of its sales force a comprehensive sales tool center on an iPad platform…. Read the full news article
Category Archives: Holidays
InterContinental Hotels Group signs Crowne Plaza in Newcastle upon Tyne
2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed Crowne Plaza Newcastle -Stephenson Quarter to anchor the emerging business district adjacent to Newcastle Central Station. Under the leadership of Newcastle-based developer Silverlink, the 251-room hotel will operate under a management agreement with IHG. Crowne Plaza Newcastle – Stephenson Quarter will stand at the gateway of… Read the full news article
2013 Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week
Palm Springs, CA, 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — From chef-owned bistros to elegant poolside eateries, over 30 Palm Springs restaurants will showcase their culinary talents to thousands of foodies during the 6th Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week scheduled May 31-June 16, 2013. The Restaurant Week’s signature “Eat. See. Stay.” Experience features dining deals, exclusive hotel packages, and… Read the full news article
Mexico Partners with the Adventure Travel Trade Association on Adventure Travel Mexico 2013
Seattle, WA, 2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — In continued support of Mexico’s efforts to position itself as a “go to” premiere adventure travel destination, the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) is partnering with Visit Mexico and the State of Veracruz on the second annual Adventure Travel Mexico (ATMEX) trade fair. This year, from August 14th – 17th, over 400 inbound Mexican… Read the full news article
Eurostar is set for its busiest weekend of the year to date
Maiden voyage of Eurostar’s new direct ‘Route du Soleil’ service to Lyon and Provence Over 100,000 passengers set to travel over the bank holiday weekend More than 200 extra services to Paris to meet Summer demand 2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar is set for its busiest weekend of the year to date as winter weary Brits… Read the full news article
Simon Casson to Take the Helm as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Casson will continue to serve as Regional Vice President when he makes the transition from Doha to Dubai in November this year. 2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons veteran and thought-leader within the Middle East hospitality industry Simon Casson will take the helm as Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four SeasonsResort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, when the property opens… Read the full news article
ORIENT-EXPRESS HOTELS INTRODUCES NEW CULTURAL EXPERIENCES AS ITALIAN HOTELS OPEN FOR THE SUMMER SEASON
2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pack your designer sunglasses and this year’s must have swimwear, as some of Italy’s finest hotels have thrown open their doors for the summer season with a host of new cultural experiences. Set in the beautiful towns and cities of Venice, Portofino, Ravello, Taormina and Florence, Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. has launched a… Read the full news article
Give Kids The World and Wyndham Vacation Ownership Partners to Launch “Extreme Village Makeover”
Calls for support from construction, renovation and design industry professionals Orlando, Fla., 2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Give Kids The World (GKTW), a nonprofit “storybook” resort for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families, has teamed up with Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), to… Read the full news article
Experience the essence of longjing at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hangzhou is no stranger to the elegant fragrance of tea, for it’s the proud home of longjing, a renowned Chinese green tea variety also known as dragon well. And in spring, the best season to have longjing, the city is soaked in its delightful aroma. Widely regarded as the “imperial tea,” this local specialty was loved… Read the full news article
El Wigmore Hall celebrará a Schumann durante todo mayo
El joven pianista americano Jonathan Biss examina la influencia de Robert Schumann 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — En una serie de conciertos en el Wigmore Hall se presentará la inimitable e influyente música de Robert Schumann de la mano de Jonathan Biss con su pasión y profundidad. El aclamado joven pianista, y ardiente representante de Schumann, ha… Read the full news article
Do Not Disturb – Mother’s Day Package at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay
2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Mother’s Day weekend, Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay is encouraging mothers to pack their bags and leave the chores behind. Designed to offer the utmost in luxury, style and wanderlust, Manele Bay is offering the ultimate Hawaii resort getaway with the Do Not Disturb – Mother’s Day package. Allow Mom to bask in… Read the full news article
Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives is the proud host of the World Travel Awards
2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives is the proud host of the World Travel Awards (WTA), the most prestigious awards ceremony in the world tourism sector. This debut event would be held on the 12th of May 2013 and is definitely a first for the Maldivian Tourism Industry – first time such… Read the full news article
Mandarin Oriental, Munich announces the reopening of its fantastic summer venue, the China Moon Roof Terrace
Hong Kong, 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Back by popular demand, Mandarin Oriental, Munich is delighted to announce the reopening of its fantastic summer venue, the China Moon Roof Terrace. The hotel’s Asian-designed China Moon Roof Terrace is one of Munich’s best-kept secrets with a fabulous 360-degree panorama of the city of Munich, the city’s iconic Frauenkirche… Read the full news article
Residence Inn Celebrates Moms the Entire Month of May
Family-friendly brand thanks moms with 30 days of giveaways and more. 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — With 365 days in a year, why do moms only get one official day of recognition? As a brand that celebrates moms for all that they do, Residence Inn by Marriott declares May as a month-long celebration, thanking moms for the evening homework… Read the full news article
Accor partners with Great Golf Courses of Australia to provide a range of inspiring golf itineraries
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 news article
Thailand wins Best Country and Best Wedding Destination Awards at Travel + Leisure Awards
Mumbai, 2013-04-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) added two more accolades to their name at the Travel + Leisure India & South Asia, India’s Best Awards last night held in Mumbai. The destination was awarded two awards under the ‘Best Country’ and ‘Best Wedding Destination’ category. Thai Airways International also won the… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita offers one couple a once in a blue moon wedding ceremony
2013-04-29— /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Announces Once in a Blue Moon Wedding Package. One wedding couple offered a unique ceremony on the Blue Moon of August 21, 2013. Truly magical occasions are not easy to come by, which is why Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is offering one couple the opportunity to celebrate their wedding vows in… Read the full news article
RCI announces agreement with Travel Smart Vacation Club which will offer more luxurious vacation experience for members
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-04-26— /travelprnews.com/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced an affiliation agreement with Travel Smart Vacation Club. The affiliation agreement includes two resorts, which will offer a more luxurious vacation experience for members through several resort upgrades: Royalton Punta Cana in… Read the full news article
Bath is fast-becoming a popular place to visit for expectant couples
2013-04-26— /travelprnews.com/ — The ‘babymoon’ is quickly growing in popularity with more couples deciding to take one final break before the arrival of their baby. With a city centre that is compact and walkable, an abundance of comfortable and luxurious accommodation, delicious places to eat out, unique shops and spa treatments for Mums-to-be, it is no… Read the full news article
Australian tourism ‘raising the bar’ – three years of growth
2013-04-26— /travelprnews.com/ —Tourism Australia will spend nearly A$150m with close to 200 partners talking directly to its international target audience – more partners and more international marketing dollars than ever before. Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy told delegates at this year’s Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) that the money would be used to ‘raise the… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane Scoops Double Five-Star Ratings at Forbes Travel Guide London Launch
Four Seasons is the only London property to be awarded Five Stars for both the Hotel and its Spa. 2013-04-25— /travelprnews.com/ — Forbes Travel Guide has launched its inaugural London Star Awards naming Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane the only award winner to receive a much-coveted Five-Star rating for both the Hotel and its Spa. Forbes Travel Guide, formerly Mobil… Read the full news article
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Launches 20th Anniversary Spa Package
Hong Kong, 2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Oriental Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, is currently celebrating its 20th year. The spa is regularly acclaimed as one of the best in the world, and guests can now indulge with the 20th Anniversary Oriental Spa Package featuring accommodation, daily buffet breakfast, roundtrip airport transfers and three hours of pampering. The… Read the full news article
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announces lineup of performers at the Petrillo Music Shell for the 2013 Taste of Chicago
Petrillo Concert Series Lineup Released 2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced the lineup of performers at the Petrillo Music Shell for the 2013 Taste of Chicago. The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced Robin Thicke, Robert Plant, Jill Scott and Neon Trees will join previously announced opening performers… Read the full news article
VisitEngland reveals list of high street travel agents and operators signed up to Wallace & Gromit’s ‘Great Adventure’
2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland has revealed the list of high street travel agents and operators signed up to ‘Great Adventure’, a new marketing campaign starring Wallace & Gromit, designed to inspire Britons to take a holiday at home this year. Led by VisitEngland and supported by the home nation tourist boards of Scotland, Wales and… Read the full news article
150 people have made it through to the next stage of Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition
2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — 150 people from 35 countries have made it through to the next stage of Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition, with successful candidates submitting video entries from as far afield as Afghanistan, China, Kazakhstan, Korea, Latvia and Mexico. Entries have proved extremely diverse and creative, including one Taste Master applicant… Read the full news article
David Guetta Performs in Bangkok this May
Bangkok, 2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is extending public relations support to Retox Sessions of Bangkok for the show of renowned music producer and DJ David Guetta in May. He’s the biggest DJ and producer in the world right now and he’s performing in Thailand with his full production show. Retox… Read the full news article
ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA AWARDED PRESTIGIOUS AAA FIVE DIAMOND RATING
Riviera Maya, MEXICO, 2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — In a year marked by top awards and recognitions, Rosewood Mayakoba adds one more to the accomplished roster with the coveted AAA Five Diamond Rating. This achievement ranks Rosewood Mayakoba as a premier establishment esteemed by AAA’s professional inspectors, the hospitality industry, and over 53 million AAA members. As… Read the full news article
Virgin Trains is urging customers to Book now for May Day holiday train services
2013-04-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virgin Trains is urging customers to make sure they have reserved seats for train travel over the May Day bank holiday weekend by booking their tickets as soon as possible. This can be done on line by visiting virgintrains.com, phoning 0871 977 4222 or calling in at any Virgin Trains station where… Read the full news article
Macau Government Tourist Office Launches food guide for May 1st long holidays
MGTO enforces coping measures for May 1st long holidays Launches food guide and sends mobile messages 2013-04-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — In response to the upcoming May 1st long holidays, Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) has produced pamphlets as a food guide for visitors to obtain local restaurants’ operation information during the May 1st long holidays. The… Read the full news article
The Holiday Inn Resort® Brand Launches “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” Offer
Priority Club® Rewards members can earn up to $100 gift card for consecutive nights stays this spring ATLANTA, 2013-04-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Your next vacation escape is just a plane, train or automobile ride away, and the Holiday Inn Resort brand wants to help get you there. IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced the Holiday Inn Resort® brand’s… Read the full news article