DEAD SEA, Jordan, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre managed by Hiltonrecently held its annual team member party to celebrate the Centre’s 2012 successes and achievements. Kamel Ajami, Hilton Worldwide country manager – Jordan, joined in the celebrations and congratulated the team for their passion and enthusiasm, care and dedication and effort… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Recreation
HLABEKISA COMMUNITY FINDS HOPE FOR THE FUTURE IN NEW SECONDARY SCHOOL
2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hlabekisa community in Mpumalanga (a rural community 20km or 12 miles from the world renowned Kruger National Park) is celebrating the opening of the Anton Bilton High School, thanks to the Africa Foundation,&Beyond’s social development partner, and through the generous donation of &Beyond guests Lisa and Anton Bilton. Government representatives, Africa Foundation staff,… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai Heralds A New Era Of Luxury Waterfront Hospitality
Hong Kong, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2013 and will be a masterpiece of contemporary luxury located on the Pudong waterfront. The hotel will mark the highly anticipated debut of the award-winning Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in China’s cosmopolitan and commercial capital. Located on the… Read the full press release
Vermont, the Healthiest State, hosts several sports & endurance events from spring to autumn
2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vermont is repeatedly ranked the Healthiest State in the nation. From its chiseled farmers to Olympic skiers and riders and mountain biking mommas, it shows. In the Green Mountain State, there’s an ultra-marathon, adventure race, century ride, distance swim or yoga-fest for all athletic appetites. Sports enthusiasts come to train, race, compete, tour… Read the full press release
Fiesta San Antonio! The City’s Vibrant Culture Comes Alive with 11 Days of Fun
2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s almost Fiesta time! Fiesta San Antonio, the annual 11-day celebration of San Antonio’s rich history, culture and heritage, will be held April 18-28, 2013. Beginning over 120 years ago as a parade to honor the heroes from the battle of the Alamo and San Jacinto, Fiesta has grown into a citywide… Read the full press release
UNWTO activities at ITB 2013
Madrid, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — UNWTO events at ITB Travel Trade Show 2013 include the 3rd Silk Road Ministers’ meeting and a meeting of the World Tourism Network on Child Protection, as well as the first UNWTO meeting exclusively dedicated to “Tourism and Intangible Cultural Heritage”, among others (Berlin, Germany, 6-10 March, 2013). 3rd Silk Road Ministers’ Meeting (6 March,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Nevis, West Indies Welcomes New General Manager Sven Wiedenhaupt
Veteran hotel executive Sven Wiedenhaupt brings more than 23 years of luxury hotel management experience to the beautiful Caribbean island of Nevis. 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis welcomes international hotelier Sven Wiedenhaupt to his new home in Nevis, West Indies as the General Manager of the Caribbean’s first AAA Five Diamond resort. A tri-lingual hospitality professional and graduate… Read the full press release
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Adds Value To Family Vacations With New Family Fun Package
MCLEAN, Va., 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hotels & Resorts gives families more reasons to enjoy time away together throughout 2013 with its new Family Fun Package. Offering daily breakfast for two adults and two children, and high-speed Internet access, families are able to save while exploring Hilton destinations in the U.S. and Canada all year… Read the full press release
Commissioner Andolino Discusses Airport Expansion on London Panel
CHICAGO, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosemarie S. Andolino, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) discussed Chicago’s O’Hare Modernization Program (OMP), among other topics, during a series of meetings organized by London First (LF), an organization whose mission is to encourage business and tourism in London. London First hosted Andolino and Jos Nijhuis, President and CEO of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to learn from… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines to Serve as Official Airline of Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines will serve as the official airline sponsor of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, marking the 35th year the carrier has supported the event. “It’s a privilege to be the official airline of The Last Great Race,” said Marilyn Romano, Alaska Airlines’ regional vice president – Alaska. “Each… Read the full press release
Lineup Announced for South-by-Southwest Music Broadcasts at Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Events connect music fans to some of the festival’s most anticipated artists. 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Seeing some of the most anticipated artists at South-by-Southwest just got easier, even for those without one of the music festival’s coveted wristbands. Four Seasons Hotel Austin and KUTX 98.9 have announced the lineup for their early-morning music broadcasts, which take place March… Read the full press release
OVERSEAS VISITORS SPEND £4.5 BILLION A YEAR IN BRITAIN’S SHOPS
With this year’s London Fashion Week once again receiving international acclaim, research released today by VisitBritain shows that Britain is also one of the world’s most sought-after destinations when it comes to international shoppers. 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Findings by the national tourism agency estimate that 18 million foreign visitors spent a till busting £4.5 billion… Read the full press release
rosewood london to open october 2013
2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Investment of more than USD130 million will restyle historic building to contemporary grandeur Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, one of the world’s most respected ultra-luxury hotel groups, will open Rosewood London in October 2013, overseeing a more than USD130 million (GBP85 million) renovation to transform a 1914 Edwardian, Grade II-listed building on High… Read the full press release
DUSIT THANI MANILA RECIPIENT OF GOLD CIRCLE AWARD FOR TWO CONSECUTIVE YEARS
Makati, Philippines, 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila, Dusit International’s flagship property in the Philippines is once again the recipient of the Gold Circle Award 2012 by Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN). This is the second year that the hotel received such a prestigious award. Launched… Read the full press release
KATHERINE LUGAR NAMED CEO OF AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING ASSOCIATION
2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) today named Katherine Lugar, executive vice president of the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 17, 2013. Lugar will take over for long-time CEO Joseph A. McInerney, who announced last year that he would be stepping… Read the full press release
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Denver Introduces New Treatments
Experience results-oriented new treatments at The Spa, featuring treatment lines including Medik8 and Voya, just in time for spring. 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is offering two new advanced treatment lines, both of which are known as “green” friendly: Voya, an organic seaweed beauty product based in Ireland, and Medik8, a British… Read the full press release
Corroboree 2013 leaves big impression Down Under
Five-city tour shows how Canada variety can be the spice of Aussie consumer life. 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) packed its bags and hit the road to seek out Australia’s funny bone. Canada Corroboree, the perennially popular industry roadshow, has just concluded a 10-day, five-city tour of Australia, which was themed around… Read the full press release
Agoda.com announces colorful new hotel deals for India’s vibrant Holi Festival
2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has announced great deals on Indian hotels in the leadup to the annual Holi Festival, India’s famously raucous and cheerful celebration of color. As with many festivals in Asia, the Holi celebration is a mix of astrological rituals, religious… Read the full press release
Easter Bonnet, With All The Frills Upon It At London Hilton On Park Lane
LONDON, 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — London Hilton on Park Lane has created an Easter Bonnet package for those looking for a Spring break in London, priced from £289 per room and available throughout the seasonal period (March 23 – April 14, 2013). This sweet package comes complete with an overnight stay in a guest room and includes… Read the full press release
Marriott International Announces First Hotel in the Northeastern Region of Brazil
2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International (NYSE:MAR) announced today plans to open a new 162-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil’s largest and most modern city in the Northeastern region of the country. The hotel project is developed under a management agreement with Rio Ave Ltda., a prominent, local real estate developer. This project,… Read the full press release
Al Futtaim Motors – Lexus Key Partner of Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013
Al Futtaim Motors – Lexus named Gold Automotive Sponsor Abu Dhabi Air Expo to take place from 5th to 7th March 2013 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), today named Al Futtaim Motors – Lexus Gold Automotive Sponsor of the Abu Dhabi Air Show. As part of its sponsorship,… Read the full press release
Introducing: Bosphorale – Kempinski Dessert of the Year 2013
Fifty one pastry chefs defy the well-known proverb to create an irresistible treat Geneva, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Contrary to popular belief, too many chefs don’t always spoil the broth – sometimes, having a number of chefs in the kitchen can spark creativity and result in an irresistible treat: Bosphorale. Chosen from 51 recipes by 51… Read the full press release
RCI® and The Registry Collection® Receive Six Awards at GNEX 2013
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), took home several awards at the annual Global Networking Expo, GNEX 2013. The awards were presented at the Perspective Magazine Awards Gala Dinner on Feb. 6 in Beverly Hills, Calif., where several affiliated… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila Unveils the New Family Brunch
Makati, Philippines, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Come one, come all and join Dusit Thani Manila on Sunday, March 3, 2013 for the debut of the all-new Family Brunch! To be held every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the lobby level, the Family Brunch is the next biggest culinary attraction in town. Anticipate an… Read the full press release
The Drake Hotel Begins Taking Reservations For Mother’s Day Brunch
CHICAGO, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Drake Hotel presents a spectacular day for your mother on May 12, 2013 with our annual brunch. The traditional brunch offers three seatings at 9:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m. and 2 p.m. The whole family, especially your mother, will beam with joy at the elegant spread of sumptuous offerings. “As a… Read the full press release
Introducing the Kids Virtual Guestbook at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Lasting memories are captured in time at this Boston family hotel. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kids staying at Four Seasons Hotel Boston always have reasons to smile – and have fun. And now they have one more reason: the Kids Virtual Guestbook. Upon arrival, children now receive a sheet (and crayons) on which they’re invited to share their favourite… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Collaborates with Asprey to Bring Travelers The Very Best Hotel Amenities
CHEVY CHASE, MD, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests of Ritz-Carlton properties around the world now have the pleasure of using Asprey Purple Water amenities in the guestrooms, through a new alliance between the two legendary luxury brands. Holding a royal warrant and dating back to 1781, Asprey is one of the world’s oldest and most revered luxury… Read the full press release
Spring is Just Around the Corner, and Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is Ready to Bloom
New Easter package includes accommodations, Afternoon Tea and more. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Now is the time to discover the delights of early spring with an Easter break in the heart of Mayfair. Set back from Park Lane and just steps away from Hyde Park in all its spring time glory, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane… Read the full press release
Walk in the Footsteps of Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Virginia
Richmond, Va., 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s movie LINCOLN was filmed entirely in Virginia, in and around the cities of Richmond and Petersburg. Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail and interactive Web site lead visitors to actual filming locations as well as restaurants, bars and shops that were favorites of the stars including Daniel Day-Lewis, Joseph Gordon… Read the full press release
Marriott Helps ‘Clean the World’
Lodging Leader Collects 1M Soap Bars and Amenity Bottles. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global hospitality leader Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) has become an official hotel partner of Clean the World, a non-profit that collects, recycles and distributes discarded soaps and other hygiene amenities to communities in need. With nearly 47,000 rooms (more than 200 hotels) already… Read the full press release