2013-05-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila opens its doors to Maurizio Gibillini, Tosca’s new Italian Chef. Chef Maurizio exudes the aura of a passionate chef and businessman, stemming from his extensive experiences in the culinary arts and management of Italian restaurants worldwide. Born in Milan, Italy, Chef Maurizio’s foray into the culinary world began with… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2013-05-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Just-released, high-impact, inspirational keynote addresses at the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s (ATTA) first-ever Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS) on the continent of Africa, in Namibia, October 26 – 31, 2013. Keynotes include world-renowned writer and philosopher, Pico Iyer, and visionary investor and social entrepreneur Zita Cobb, who along with other luminaries, will infuse the Summit’s theme, “Imagine. Inspire. Invest.” with… Read the full press release
Highlighting local food and beverage dining, the annual seasonal dinner menus add complimentary food and wine tastings. 2013-05-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Now in its fourth year, the 7 Days of ART officially kicks off summer in ART Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle. The special dinner menus highlight a different food and beverage experience each night in the restaurant, from Monday’s Sips… Read the full press release
2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jersey Live Festival returns this summer, supported for the 8th year by headline sponsors JT, for its 10th anniversary event. The past decade has seen huge names including The Prodigy, Kasabian and Snow Patrol perform at Jersey Live, but the 10,000 capacity festival has also had a track record of showcasing young… Read the full press release
Madrid, 2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — UNWTO is inviting submissions for the 2013 Awards for Excellence and Innovation in Tourism, which acknowledge the achievements of exceptional leadership in the sector. The nominations should be submitted before 1 October 2013. Since the inception of the UNWTO Awards in 2003, the World Tourism Organization has recognized the contribution of… Read the full press release
“Big” Success for First Class of Graduates from Big Brothers Big Sisters Parsippany, N.J., 2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — When Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) associate Sarahi Grande first learned about the Workplace Mentoring Program between the Company and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Morris, Bergen, Passaic & Sussex, she knew immediately that she wanted to be a… Read the full press release
“DRIVE HER ON”AVAILABLE ON RYANAIR.COM FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (29 May) announced its support for the charity single “Drive Her On”, released in memory of Captain Eamon Wall, a Ryanair pilot who sadly passed away in January. The song was written by Captain Wall’s… Read the full press release
Shanghai, 2013-05-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s largest hotel groups, today celebrates the unveiling of its 200th hotel in Greater China with the opening of the InterContinental Shanghai Ruijin. This marks another milestone for IHG, which was the first international company to enter the Chinese hospitality industry almost 30 years ago,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotels in Texas Launch Summer Photo Contest. More than USD 18,000.00 in prizes, including 30 luxury hotel stays. 2013-05-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thanks to smartphone cameras, it’s never been easier to capture and share the unique charms of the Lone Star state. And thanks to a new photo contest sponsored by Four Seasons hotels in Texas, it’s also… Read the full press release
From Sunday Brunch to the Oriental Weekend Brunch and Afternoon Tea, a Trio of Dining Experiences Honours Fathers at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Homemade gifts by the culinary team top off the celebration. 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Be it the Sunday Brunch in One-Ninety, the Oriental Weekend Brunch in Jiang-Nan Chun or The Bar and Alfresco signature Afternoon Tea,… Read the full press release
2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines cabin crew volunteers hosted nearly 360 elderly and children with special needs from 10 beneficiaries for a memorable morning of fun today (25 May 2013) , at the CARNIVAL Summer Vacation 2013 event held at Sentosa. The event was organised by volunteers from the SIA Cabin Crew Club for Community Care… Read the full press release
2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — A group of seven executives and 42 further team members of the Rezidor Hotel Group ran the 20km of Brussels and collected a EUR 11,500 donation for World Childhood Foundation through their joint action. The 20km of Brussels race took place yesterday morning and was attended by 37,000 runners – among them… Read the full press release
2013-05-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bath continues to celebrate the city’s unique connection to Jane Austen and the 200th anniversary of Pride and Prejudice with a number of special events over the next few months. With its Georgian backdrop providing the perfect location for all things Regency, the city will hold a recreation of the Netherfield Ball, an… Read the full press release
2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces the appointment of prominent real estate developer Richard (Dick) Friedman – representing long-term shareholder Cascade Investment – to the company’s Board of Directors effective May 8, 2013. The appointment builds on Mr. Friedman’s more than 40 years of strategic development and leadership experience in both the private… Read the full press release
&BEYOND PHINDA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE SENDS STRONG MESSAGE TO RHINO POACHERS 2013-05-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — In two separate incidents, a total of six suspected rhino poachers have been arrested and one killed in and around &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Earlier today, four suspects entered &Beyond Phinda and were intercepted in a joint operation by the Phinda… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2013-05-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco offers a variety of proposal and wedding packages for guests wishing to devote their everlasting love to each other. The hotel’s sky deck on the 40th floor provides couples the ideal location for a private proposal or to share their wedding day with family and friends surrounded… Read the full press release
2013-05-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (22 May) announced a €25,000 donation to the Spanish Foundation “Pequeño Deseo” (“Small Wishes”), the latest in a line of charities to receive ongoing contributions from the sale of Ryanair’s ‘Fly To Win’ onboard scratchcards. Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary and several members of Ryanair’s cabin crew… Read the full press release
$6.5 Million Investment to Expand Opportunities for Youth through the China Hospitality Education Initiative. 2013-05-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation has committed 40.5 million RMB ($6.5 million) over five years to support China’s youth through the Marriott China Hospitality Education Initiative (CHEI). The purpose of this initiative is to enhance… Read the full press release
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia has enlisted the support of popular Hong Kong actor and ‘cantopop’ singer Ekin Cheng to showcase Cairns and Sydney’s best tourism experiences in a new television travel series aimed at encouraging more visitors from Greater China. The star will be joined by fellow Asian celebrities Andy Chan Siu Chun, Jacqueline… Read the full press release
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Board of Shannon Airport Authority plc (Shannon Airport) has today announced the appointment of Neil Pakey as the company’s new CEO. Neil has over 30 years’ experience in the industry, with a strong track record in delivering airport passenger and revenue growth and in property management. He has since 2010 been… Read the full press release
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Covering five square miles and processing nearly 200,000 passengers each day, Heathrow is one of the world’s busiest airports. In a live, stripped event Dan Snow will spend four nights at Heathrow’s heart – the air traffic control tower. Dallas Campbell and Anita Rani will also be airside, granted unparalleled access to… Read the full press release
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shanna A. Smith will join the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau (SACVB) as a Senior Brand Manager, announced SACVB Executive Director Casandra Matej. In her new role, she will focus on partner communications, local media relations, and communicating the importance of the travel and tourism industry to San Antonio. Smith previously… Read the full press release
Ceremony to Kick-off at Daley Plaza on Saturday, May 25 2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events are proud to announce that Leon Panetta, former Secretary of Defense and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency will lead this year’s Memorial Day Parade as its Grand… Read the full press release
Multi-Platinum Artists And One-Of-A-Kind Music Festivals Create Las Vegas’ 2013 Summer Soundtrack LAS VEGAS, 2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Summer is quickly approaching, and Las Vegas, the world’s top destination for entertainment, offers nothing short of the best concerts and shows. With performances from country superstar Brad Paisley and multi-platinum rock band Journey to hosting one of… Read the full press release
2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pontoon at Bouley Bay has been returned to the water in time for the summer season. The pontoon was removed in November last year for its annual winter storage as well as usual maintenance checks and repair works, which have now been completed. At the time, ownership and future responsibility for… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Presents La Dolce Vita. An epicurean celebration of “the sweet life” featuring Palmina and Brewer-Clifton wines. 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu, the first and only Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond resort on Hawaii Island, announces La Dolce Vita, an epicurean celebration of the “sweet life” featuring Palmina and Brewer-Clifton wines. The series of… Read the full press release
2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia has confirmed that it has made a job offer to one of the unsuccessful applicants in its ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition. Ellenor Argyropoulos has been offered a job in Tourism Australia’s social media team, where she will use her photography skills to create destination content for its Facebook,… Read the full press release
2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hotels, Air Mauritius, Sun Island Resort & Spa, Seychelles and Lux Resorts were among the big names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2013 Indian Ocean ceremony, held at the Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives on 12th May 2013. The industry’s elite, including CEO’s and SVPs of leading travel… 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
Hong Kong, 2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The summer holiday is always a great occasion for children and the whole family to take a break together. The Excelsior, Hong Kong has prepared the perfect package to allow the entire family to enjoy a summer shopping spree at Italy’s fashion brand Stefanel, renowned Rimowa luggage, long established Chen’s Jewellery and… Read the full press release