ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Start 2013 off right with a holiday at one of our luxurious seaside, island or countryside resorts in Spain and France and relax with family and friends. Make your reservation by February 28, 2013 and take 25 percent off regular room rates for stays of two nights or more now through March 29, 2013.*… Read the full press release
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Celebrate a Romantic Valentine’s Day at Culina, Modern Italian at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Couples can enjoy a prix fixe, Italian inspired Valentine’s dinner in a gorgeous setting. 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Culina, Modern Italian will be offering a decadent Valentine’s Day four-course menu sure to inspire romance at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. The dinner will begin with antipasti of oysters on the half shell served with a Champagne mignonette, or sea… Read the full press release
Lufthansa campaign supports schoolchildren in developing countries
2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa passengers who opt to check in online or via their mobile phone not only save time at the airport but can also help a good cause. As part of a campaign that runs until 31 January 2013, Lufthansa will donate one sheet of paper to schools in developing countries for each paperless check-in procedure completed… Read the full press release
2013 Celebrates the 80th Anniversary of Historic Garden Week in Virginia
RICHMOND, Va., 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — “Virginia is especially beautiful during Historic Garden Week,” explains Lynn McCashin, Executive Director of the Garden Club of Virginia, the sponsoring organization of this statewide house and garden tour. “Richmond is the perfect place to serve as a hub during this annual spring time event.” The state’s capital features three distinct… Read the full press release
THE WORLD TEAK CONFERENCE 2013
Thailand hosts the World Teak Conference 2013 In Bangkok, 25-30 March 2013 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has advised to the Lord Chamberlain to study and to look into how to conserve and preserve the important plant genetic resources of Thailand, that would benefits to the Thai of present and future generations. The HRH… Read the full press release
Furry February Fun at ZooAmerica
Guests Enjoy Chocolate-Themed Events, Teddy Bears and Discounts Hershey, Pa., 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park participates in Hershey’s month-long, destination-wide celebration of all things chocolate, Chocolate-Covered February, throughout the month of February. In addition to chocolate-themed events, the Zoo hosts a teddy bear clinic and offers Friday discounts. All special events and activities are free with… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines And AirTran Airways Increase Flight Schedule For Football Fans Traveling To The Big Easy For The Big Game
Airline Adds Extra Flights from San Francisco and Baltimore/Washington to New Orleans 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) and its wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways is once again making the right call for football fans planning to travel to New Orleans for the big game on Feb. 3, 2013. Today, the airlines introduced additional flights… Read the full press release
Meliá launches “Meliá Hotels Store”, its online home products store
The company offers guests a chance to take the accommodation experience home with the purchase of its bedroom and bathroom products Meliá is the first Spanish hotel company to launch its own online home products store Palma de Mallorca, 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Meliá Hotels International has become the first Spanish hotel company to launch its… Read the full press release
At Jiang-Nan Chun, New Oriental Weekend Brunch Reaches a New Height of Indulgence at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Complimentary serving of braised bird’s nest with egg white in rich broth tops the menu. 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Having cultivated a following of brunch connoisseurs who delight in having an unparalleled range of dishes served tableside, Chef Alan Chan together with Restaurant Manager Ng Chong Kim take the Oriental Weekend Brunch to a new level with the newly introduced menu… Read the full press release
Tips to Stay Healthy While Traveling
Advice from Hilton Worldwide’s Head of Fitness MCLEAN, Va., 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether you’re away for business or pleasure, don’t let traveling be an excuse to break your healthy New Year’s resolutions.Check out these tips from Jodi Sullivan, Hilton Worldwide’s senior director of global fitness, to help maintain your health wherever your travels may take you. Eat… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Maldives Sets the Mood for Romance this Valentine’s Day
2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Maldives sets the mood for idyllic time-away-together this Valentine’s Day. Escape to paradise on the most romantic day of the year with a couple’s spa journey and a degustation dinner to tempt the senses. Delectable cuisine from an open kitchen and a sky studded with stars are on the menu on… Read the full press release
Vacationitis Set To Sweep UK, New Hilton Study Shows
Domestic Admin Replacing Annual Leave; Workers Spend Only Eight Days a Year Doing Something Enjoyable or Relaxing LONDON, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Britons brace themselves for Blue Monday, recognised as the UK’s most depressing day of the year due to post Christmas blues, gloomy weather and other factors, Hilton Hotels & Resorts discovers that Britain’s workforce… Read the full press release
Etihad Airways Named Official Carrier for Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013
Abu Dhabi Air Expo to take place from 5th to 7th March 2013 Over 10,000 visitors expected to visit Al Bateen Executive Airport Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), today announced that Etihad Airways will be the official carrier and one of the main sponsors of the second annual Abu… Read the full press release
DJ Angus Wong Takes Residency at W Maldives
2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — W Retreat & Spa Maldives will rock to a familiar beat as the retreat welcomes back Artistic Director and Resident DJ of W Hong Kong, Angus Wong, to perform over the Lunar New Year; 9 to 11 February 2013. DJ Angus, a pioneer member of W Hotels & burn studios DJ Lab has… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Sanya To Partner Hainan Island’s Premier Luxury Event For A Fourth Consecutive Year
Hong Kong, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the fourth consecutive year, Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is the luxury hotel partnering China’s premier lifestyle show, Hainan Rendez-Vous. The annual 4 day event, taking place from 30 March – 2 April 2013, draws China’s ultra high net worth individuals to the Riviera-like shores of Sanya for an unforgettable experience of intensive networking,… Read the full press release
Thumbs up from Australians for domestic beach holidays
2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — New research by Tourism Australia has confirmed Australian beach holidays amongst the best in the world, with six out of ten Australians rating the country’s iconic beach destinations as better than those in Bali, Fiji and Thailand. The Domestic Consumer Demand Survey featured six of Australia’s most iconic beach holiday destinations, popular among… Read the full press release
Hivernage Hotel and Spa in Marrakech offers the Terrake treatment brand
2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located in the heart of Hivernage district, Hivernage Hotel & Spa is a short walk from the famous Jemaa El Fna square and the Medina, close to the landmarks of the city and only 10 minutes from the airport. To start the year in style, Hivernage Hotel & Spa now offers within its Spa the… Read the full press release
Game, Set & Match – Enjoy The First Round Of The 2013 Davis Cup With A Luxury Package At Mandarin Oriental, Geneva
Hong Kong, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Geneva has launched an exclusive package for serious Tennis fans to enjoy the World Group first round of Davis Cup between Switzerland and the Czech Republic in premium VIP seats at Geneva’s Palexpo this February. Specially created for those wanting to enjoy Davis Cup in style, guests booking Mandarin Oriental,… Read the full press release
IHG Opens Crowne Plaza Kochi
Delhi, India, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) announced the opening of the Crowne Plaza Kochi. Inaugurated by the Ministers of the State and other dignitaries, the Kochi hotel is the sixth Crowne Plaza to open in the South West Asia region. The 269-room hotel offers guests 14 suites with a spectacular view of the backwaters… Read the full press release
New Afternoon Tea Refreshes the Daily Ritual at The Bar and Alfresco at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Finger sandwiches, baked pastries and tea cakes, and the finest selection of teas. 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — For a few hours everyday, the daily ritual of the Afternoon Tea brings time to a pleasurable standstill in The Bar and Alfresco at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Afternoon Tea acolytes will find the new tea menu a convivial way to enjoy a tete-a-tete, especially… Read the full press release
Celebrate The Season Of Love At The Charmingly Romantic Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai
Hong Kong, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of Asia’s best-loved luxury resorts, Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai’s 60 acres of tropical northern Thai countryside is an enchanting setting in which to enjoy a romantic getaway this Valentine’s Day and throughout the season of love. The Romantic Escape package offers exactly this, combining stunning villa accommodation with pampering… Read the full press release
Add a Little Sparkle This Valentine’s Day at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest.
A romantic dinner on the banks of the Danube with a stunning view of the Chain Bridge. 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sparkling romance is on the menu at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest this Valentine’s Day. The Chef seduces the senses and indulges couples with a wonderful symphony of taste, style and atmosphere as they revel in an… Read the full press release
ORIENT-EXPRESS TAKES TRAINING TO ANOTHER LEVEL
2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — This week sees Orient-Express Trains & Cruises steaming ahead with the launch of a series of brand new product training films. The films, a creative educational tool for travel agents and tour operators worldwide, are intended to provide a 360-degree insight into the Company’s intricate rail and cruise experiences from check-in, the journey… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental And Etihad Guest Unveil Frequent Flyer Partnership
Hong Kong, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it has signed a new partnership with Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways. Etihad Guest members can now earn 500 miles for each eligible stay in a room, or 800 miles in a club room or suite, at any of Mandarin Oriental’s participating hotels… Read the full press release
Final award ceremony of the 10th “Accor Professions Challenge”
This year’s challenge attracted 73 talented young people from 25 countries. A high point was welcoming two new continents to the competition – Asia and the Americas! 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Organized every year by the Accor Operations Human Resources department, the Accor Professions Challenge this year welcomed candidates from Europe, Africa and the Middle East… Read the full press release
Silversea Announces New Shorter Voyages
2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — In its continuing mission to provide guests with more choices, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has just announced a new collection of eight shorter cruises for 2013. These convenient four- to seven-day voyages to Northern Europe and the Mediterranean are designed for time-strapped working professionals, travellers who like to combine a cruise with a land program, and individuals who may… Read the full press release
Maldives Traveller Launches Revolutionary Gift Reward Scheme
Members of the Maldives Traveller website can now exchange points for free gifts 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Members of the Maldives Traveller website can now exchange their review points for free gifts. Last year the Maldives Traveller launched a scheme to encourage holiday makers to share their memories of a stay in the tropical paradise… Read the full press release
New Look For 2013 Chicago Jazz Festival
35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival Announces Hamid Drake As Artist-in-Residence 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Jazz Festival has long been celebrated as the first of the lakefront music festivals, and as it marks its 35th year, the event will move to Millennium Park from festival grounds in Grant Park, August 29-September 1. Performances will also happen in the Chicago Cultural Center…. Read the full press release
Polar Plungers Freezin for a Reason at Columbus Zoo
Powell, OH, 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Special Olympics Ohio and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium welcome the Polar Plunge to the Zoo for the third year on Sat. February 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. Polar Plunge at the Columbus Zoo is one of nine Polar Plunge fundraising events in Ohio to raise funds for Special… Read the full press release
VisitEngland: SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS FOR ENGLISH TOURISM WEEK!
VisitEngland calls for tourism business to get involved in English Tourism Week, 16-24 March 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, has mounted a call to action for the industry to get involved in English Tourism Week 2013, and register their special events and activity on the English Tourism Week 2013 website. Tourism is worth… Read the full press release