DoubleTree by Hilton Welcomes its First Guests in Ireland

The Morrison Dublin, a DoubleTree by Hilton, Reopens Following €7 Million Refurbishment DUBLIN, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ireland’s first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel opened its doors today, bringing one of Europe’s fastest growing upscale hotel brands to the Emerald Isle. A thoughtful and contemporary renovation of the Morrison hotel, in partnership with operators Martinez Hotels & Resorts, has… Read the full press release

Big Deal: Visit Orlando This Spring and Take 40 Percent off Your Stay at a Marriott Vacation Club Resort

2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Springtime in Orlando, Fla. is filled with warm days, blue skies, world class attractions and incredible Marriott Vacation Club villa accommodations. Whether you desire a long weekend getaway or a longer stay with friends and family, our luxurious timeshare resorts are located just minutes from the major theme parks, golf courses, and world… Read the full press release

L’Hilton Molino Stucky Venice Riscopre i Sapori della Tradizione Gastronomica Veneziana

Da febbraio ad aprile al Rialto Bar & Lounge VENEZIA, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rinnovamento e tradizione, uno sguardo rivolto al futuro e memoria dei sapori del passato, e ancora rispetto delle stagioni della terra, nel culto dell’eccellenza e della qualità nella scelta dei prodotti locali. Questi gli ingredienti principali che caratterizzeranno la nuova offerta gastronomica dell’Hilton… Read the full press release

Rezidor announces the Park Inn by Radisson Troyitska, Kyiv, Ukraine

2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies worldwide and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Troyitska, Kyiv in Ukraine. The property will be located in the very centre of Kiev adjacent to the Olympic Stadium and feature 199 keys – it… Read the full press release

BETTER THAN CHOCOLATE: SEND LOVED ONES A CRITTER CUPID THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Valentine’s Day, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo is offering valentines a unique way to show their love for their family and friends. For less than a card and a box of chocolates ($10), anyone can send an electronic Critter Cupid to someone special in his or her life—a friend, child, parent, sibling and… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals® Sponsors the 28th Annual Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival

Hilton Head Island, S.C.,  2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Offering up to 15 percent off on lodging and two complimentary tickets to the festival’s main event on March 9 Wyndham Vacation Rentals®, part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it is a supporting sponsor to the Wine Fest Home Tour event at the… Read the full press release

VisitEngland and Cottageline partner to promote Countryside and Coastal Short Breaks

2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, and holiday cottage group Cottageline have today launched a joint marketing campaign to inspire British holidaymakers to take a self-catering break in England this year. The campaign will run throughout February, with print, digital and social media activity all aimed at encouraging consumers to visit www.cottageline.co.uk/visitengland, and ‘Book with a local’…. Read the full press release

Unique Thai Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the “Month of Love”

Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — To mark the Valentine season in February 2013, the Tourism Authority of Thailand is proud to present a number of unique and memorable ways for wedding and honeymooning couples to either tie the knot or enjoy the honeymoon of a lifetime. In recent years, Thailand has become one of the world’s… Read the full press release

ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA NAMED NUMBER ONE LUXURY RESORT IN MEXICO BY THE READERS OF TRIPADVISOR

RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Mayakoba continues to live up to its reputation as being among the top hotels in Mexico and the world. The property leads as the best luxury resort in Mexico while also placing second amongst all accommodation categories across the popular destination by the users of TripAdvisor in the 2013… Read the full press release

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts an Early Spring

Punxsutawney, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley was in attendance as thousands of fans watched as Phil made his highly anticipated weather prognostication, commemorating 127 years of Pennsylvania’s unique Groundhog Day tradition. Pennsylvania’s world-famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, predicted an early spring after emerging from his burrow without seeing his shadow this morning in the Pennsylvania… Read the full press release

Indulge in a Romantic Getaway This Valentine’s Day at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake

Continue an enduring love story on the shores of West Lake. 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Love really does make the world go round, creating wondrous stories throughout centuries. Hangzhou is known as the “Capital of Love,” and since time immemorial, love has impassioned the very fabric of the city. Hangzhou’s Broken Bridge has its own famous love… Read the full press release

CHEAP AS FRITES…Eurostar launches January sale with three fantastic offers

2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar, the high-speed passenger service linking London and mainland Europe, is launching a twelve day express sale on the 3 January with three great offers to help kick-start 2013: 150,000 seats available from only £59 return for standard travel from London to Paris, Brussels or Lille. Travel in Standard Premier, where passengers enjoy… Read the full press release

A Barefoot Valentine’s at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita

How better to spend Valentine’s with a loved one than barefoot at the beach cinema? 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Valentine’s Day is a time for couples to cherish celebrating special moments together, and this year, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is exclusively offering six couples a beautifully romantic evening of a candlelit lobster dinner followed by a movie… Read the full press release

Families Who’d “LOVE to Go There” Can Get There for Free in Virginia

New “I’d LOVE to Go There” Sweepstakes Offers Four Fantastic Prize Trips RICHMOND, Va. 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — For anyone who has ever said “Oh, I’d love to go there”, now’s the chance to get there, with the family, for free. Virginia has just launched the “I’d LOVE to Go There” Vacation Sweepstakes, offering families the chance to… Read the full press release

Fly to Lapland to save time for downhill and cross-country skiing

Helsinki Airport has great flight connections, which take you directly to major skiing centres in an hour. 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s simple: when you fly to your winter holiday destination, you save valuable time for downhill and cross-country skiing. For example, it takes 1.5 hours to fly from Helsinki to Kittilä and Levi skiing resort. Several… Read the full press release

Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts Invite Travelers to “Lose the Blues and Find Some Green”

Guests Receive 20 Percent Off Leisure Rates and $200 Bonus Bucks Per Stay. 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts is encouraging travelers to leave winter behind and get spring off to a warmer start with the new Lose the Blues, Find Some Green Event.  Sun seekers can book now and receive 20 percent off… Read the full press release

November 2012: the ins and outs of Canada travel

Astonishing growth in Brazilian visitor numbers kept total international arrivals to Canada on the up in November 2012, says CTC Tourism Snapshot 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travellers from around the world reached for the skies again in November 2012. According to the Tourism Snapshot hot off the presses from the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)’s Research department, more than… Read the full press release

Book A Golf-Themed Weekend Complete With Small-Group Lessons At Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort

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

Lufthansa’s Key phrase of the week: Musical flights of fantasy

Tickets go on sale for the Lufthansa Festival of Baroque Music 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Each day the Lufthansa Group provides countless connections between cities, countries, continents and people. And day in, day out, the company’s employees devote themselves to this task with joy and passion. Connecting people and places also means promoting the exchange of ideas between cultures and sharing… Read the full press release

CELEBRATE PRESIDENTS’ DAY WITH “THE MOTHER OF PRESIDENTS,” VIRGINIA

New LINCOLN Movie Trail, travel packages and special events make for a great weekend getaway RICHMOND, Va., 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Home to eight U.S. Presidents (including the first!) – more than any other state – and long-hailed the “Mother of Presidents,” Virginia is the ideal destination for a Presidents’ Day weekend getaway. With historic hot spots… Read the full press release

A Touch Of Romance At Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Hong Kong, 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Romance is in the air year-round as Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur presents a romantic package available until 30 December 2013. Whether it is time for a romantic getaway or simply a celebration of your love for each other, the Romantic Rendezvous is the perfect way to rekindle romance whilst enjoying an array of… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas Celebrates the Year of the Snake with Chinese New Year Offerings

Hong Kong, 2013-02-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of Chinese New Year, triple Five-Star Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas rings in the Year of the Water Snake with the following festive offerings, from February 8 – 11, 2013. Chinese New Year Feast at MOzen MOzen Bistro, Las Vegas’ favorite restaurant for fine Asian cuisine, will offer a “Year of the… Read the full press release

Make It a Valentine Celebration to Remember at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane.

Valentine Celebration package is packed with romantic experiences. 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s the most romantic time of year and Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has made all the arrangements for the most divine Valentine treat for sweethearts. The spoiling begins upon arrival at the superbly located luxury Hotel, right in the heart of Mayfair just steps… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Paris Celebrates The Opening Of Chloé’s Flagship Store On Rue Saint-Honoré

Hong Kong, 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Calling all fashionistas…Mandarin Oriental, Paris is delighted to announce a new fashion offer J’aime Chloé, inviting guests to celebrate the opening of the first Maison Chloé on 253 rue Saint-Honoré. The new space on Rue Saint-Honoré is the label’s first Maison with a new architectural and client experience concept, with a team of… Read the full press release

Attractions and Tour Operations at Royal Caribbean Private Destination CocoCay Certified to a Globally Recognized Sustainable Tourism Standard

Royal Caribbean Island Awarded STEP Gold-Level Eco-Certification Portland, Oregon, 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The attractions and tour operations at CocoCay, a private cruise destination managed by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., have been awarded the Sustainable Tourism Education Program™ (STEP) Gold-Level Eco-Certification for its attractions and tour operations. This certification is a flagship program of Sustainable Travel International, a… Read the full press release

Celebrate Love as a True Jetsetter

2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrate love with a fabulous Valentine’s Day experience at W Retreat & Spa – Maldives. W Maldives welcomes you to a luxury playground of white sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, and breathtaking reefs. Experience one of the 78 Retreats, either on the beachside or overwater which gives you access to endless Indian Ocean views…. Read the full press release

Concur Reports Strong Results for First Quarter of Fiscal 2013

REDMOND, Wash., 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Concur (Nasdaq: CNQR) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2012. Concur reported total revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 of $122.8 million, up 22% from the year-ago quarter and up 4% from the prior quarter. Fiscal 2013 first quarter non-GAAP pretax income was $17.2 million,… Read the full press release

Three New Ways of Enjoying Champagne at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — With an extensive wine cellar of over 20,000 bottles, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island further enhances its guests’ wine experience this year with the introduction of three new ways of enjoying champagne at this luxury resort: ‘Bubbles on the Beach’, ‘Sparkling Hour’ and ‘The Perfect Sundowner’. Priced at US$800, ‘Bubbles On The Beach’… Read the full press release

Cocktails Come of Age in the Lobby Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Austin

New barrel-aged cocktail trend gaining momentum in Texas. 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The latest trend in mixology is proving to be barrels of fun, not just forFour Seasons Hotel Austin Sommelier Mark Sayre and Bartender Travis Tober, but also for Austin’s growing contingent of cocktail connoisseurs. Started in Portland, Oregon, the idea of barrel-ageing cocktails borrows from the concept of… Read the full press release

CIRQUE DREAMS RETURNS TO MOON PALACE THIS SUMMER

Palace Resorts partners with Cirque Dreams for a second consecutive summer to bring the musical spectacle, Cirque Dreams Rocks, Complimentary Tickets & Kids Stay Free. MIAMI, FL. 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Palace Resorts – the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations – is pleased to announce the return of Cirque Dreams this summer.  Back… Read the full press release