LONDON, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car hire company, today announced the opening of a new onsite branch in the Arrivals Hall of Belfast International Airport. With this addition Enterprise now has a branch at every major UK airport, ensuring it is able to offer car hire to incoming tourists and business travellers as… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Recreation
CTC unveils new resources for industry on corporate website
Upgraded tools and content for the Explorer Quotient® and Signature Experiences Collection® offer tips and tricks for the year ahead. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — If you’re seeking a competitive edge in the global tourism marketplace, then you need the best tools at hand. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has just sharpened its collection of resources for… Read the full news article
The Copenhagen Fashion Week starts at the Copenhagen airport
The Copenhagen Fashion Week is coming up soon, and Copenhagen Airport now gives all travellers the opportunity of an extraordinary fashion experience. Six Danish fashion icons will present their personal styles and universes at a “Fashion Lounge” in the Copenhagen Airport Shopping Centre. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Copenhagen Fashion Week is coming up soon, and… Read the full news article
Hilton Athens Launches New Spa Menu At Hiltonia Spa
ATHENS, Greece, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Athens has launched a new range of wellness and beauty treatments based on aromatherapy, organic products and the modern trends of cosmetology. The popular Hiltonia Spa has collaborated with Symmetria clinic and will be offering a new series of treatments with organic products by Cinq Mondes. The new spa menu… Read the full news article
Agoda.com looks back at its 12 top rated hotels for 2012
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has taken a look back at 2012 and compiled a list of its twelve highest rated hotels for the year as graded by customers. The reviews on Agoda.com are an important record of a customer’s actual experience at a… Read the full news article
ADAC Launches First Airport Magazine in the Middle East
Abu Dhabi International Airports ‘AUH’ magazine goes live! Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today published the first edition of its own Abu Dhabi International Airport magazine- ‘AUH’ – the first airport magazine in the UAE and the Middle East. ‘AUH’ (the International Air Transport Association airport code to… Read the full news article
Cocktails, But Not Like You Know Them… Introducing The Collins Bar, Adelaide’s Newest Cocktail Bar At Hilton Adelaide
ADELAIDE, South Australia, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Adelaide has something exciting to talk about this year with the opening of a new cocktail bar at Hilton Adelaide – The Collins Bar. Located in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD, The Collins Bar will occupy one of Adelaide’s sought after locations, overlooking Victoria Square and the city. The… Read the full news article
TownePlace Suites Brings Warmth and Smiles to Kids This Winter Season
Hotel brand continues annual blanket-making tradition for children’s hospitals. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — It may be cold outside this time of year, but TownePlace Suites by Marriott is spreading warmth and comfort to those who need it most – patients at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This season, TownePlace Suites service team members, owners, franchisees and guests… Read the full news article
Heathrow partners with the London Philharmonic Orchestra
Orchestra will perform for a host of occasions throughout 2013 48% of passengers like to listen to music when travelling, whilst only 8% actually do 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow is partnering with the London Philharmonic Orchestra to give many of the 70 million passengers a memorable experience before travelling during 2013. The orchestra will perform… Read the full news article
Marriott’s Year of Historic Milestones Culminates “Without Reservations”
Lodging Industry Icon Bill Marriott Reveals Secrets of Success in New Book On Sale Now Through Major eRetailers. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — After 40 years at the helm of one of the largest global hotel empires, executive chairman of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) J.W. “Bill” Marriott, Jr., offers a revealing and candid glimpse of what he… Read the full news article
British Airways: Celebrities Boost Beach Breaks
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has seen a boost in bookings to celebrity-favourite destinations in its January sale, thanks to stars uploading pictures of their holidays to popular social media sites over the Christmas and New Year period. The Caribbean was overflowing with celebrities, which may account for the recent spike in holiday bookings to… Read the full news article
Travel is Only Increasing Service Export in November 2012
Washington, D.C., 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — David Huether, senior vice president of research and economics at the U.S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Commerce Department announcement that overall exports increased to $182.6 billion for November 2012, and that imports increased faster than exports resulting in a trade deficit of $48.7 billion: “As the only increasing… Read the full news article
STAGECOACH IN £100,000 BOOST FOR SCOTLAND’S NEW AIR AMBULANCE CHARITY
Transport company pledges annual £20,000 donation for next five years Charity-funded air ambulance helicopter will help save lives Newly formed charity moves closer to fundraising target 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Transport group Stagecoach has pledged to donate £100,000 to support a new air ambulance for Scotland. The Perth-based company has agreed to make an annual donation of… Read the full news article
Visa on Arrival Scheme becomes more Popular Twenty Six Percent Growth in 2012
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The “Visa on Arrival” (VoA) Scheme of the government has increasingly become popular with the tourists. The scheme registered a growth of 26 % in the year 2012 over the figures of 2011. A total number of 16,084 VoAs were issued during 2012 as compared to 12,761 VoAs issued during 2011. The… Read the full news article
Lincoln Park Zoo veterinarian becomes first American, first woman to achieve elite certification with European College of Zoological Medicine
CHICAGO, 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kathryn Gamble, DVM, Lincoln Park Zoo’s Dr. Lester E Fisher director of veterinary medicine recently became the first American – and first woman – to be awarded Diplomate status within the Zoo Health Management subspecialty by the European College of Zoological Medicine, an elite certification recognizing exceptional expertise in this specialty…. Read the full news article
LOEWS HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES LOEWS CHICAGO HOTEL OPENING IN 2015
NEW YORK, NY, 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts, a wholly owned-subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L), today announced that the company will open a new property in Chicago. The hotel is being developed by Chicago-based DRW Trading Group (DRW) and designed by the architectural firm Solomon Cordwell Buenz. The Loews Chicago Hotel will… Read the full news article
Woodland Park Zoo to open new exhibit, welcome new animals in 2013
SEATTLE, 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Woodland Park Zoo will open the first phase of its new Asian tropical forest exhibit in 2013, including Asian small-clawed otters, a tropical aviary and kid’s nature play area. In addition, the public is expected to get its first look at the zoo’s four new lion cubs in late spring.These exciting… Read the full news article
SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO KEEPER KATHY BRADER RECEIVES ORDER OF MERIT
NEW ZEALAND PRIME MINISTER JOHN KEY RECOGNIZES KIWI CONSERVATION EFFORTS 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is a global leader in brown kiwi conservation largely because of Animal Keeper Kathy Brader’s efforts, and her devotion to this endangered species was honored recently by New Zealand’s Prime Minister, John Key. On Jan. 1, Key appointed… Read the full news article
Australia celebrates increased arrivals as it kicks off 2013 at G’day USA
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australia celebrates increased arrivals as it kicks off 2013 at G’day USA Key facts Tourism Australia is building on the momentum of recent growth in US visitor numbers to Australia by showcasing Australia’s destination appeal at this year’s 10th anniversary of G’day USA 2013. New Tourism Australia consumer research highlights food and… Read the full news article
Essential Travel Reveals The Top 10 Airports With The Best Gyms
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Losing weight and staying healthy are a priority in our resolutions this year, according to Which? magazine. One way to get fitter is to use spare moments to exercise and those few hours waiting around for a flight can easily become an opportunity to get in a workout or swim as more… Read the full news article
Ke’alaonapua Kadooka Joins Four Seasons Resorts Lanai as Learning and Development Manager
Revered Hawaiian cultural expert infuses enriching programs to Lanai. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ke’alaonapua Kadooka has been named as Learning and Development Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai. In her new role, Kadooka will oversee employee training and development for new and current employees. She will be responsible for perpetuating the Hawaiian culture into employee development… Read the full news article
Red Sea Holidays Launches Brand New Leeds Bradford Route
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading Egypt specialist Red Sea Holidays has announced that in order to meet increased consumer demand it will be offering new charter flights from Leeds Bradford to Sharm el Sheikh on 2 May 2013. This is the first time that Red Sea Holidays will offer flights from Leeds Bradford. The new flights… Read the full news article
Macau Government Tourist Office re-launches “Tourism Awareness Campaign” 100,000 citizens participate at the first stage
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) launches the “Tourism Awareness Campaign” again and cooperates with local associations to organize activities. It is estimated that one fifth of Macau citizens will participate in the activities. The purpose of the campaign is to educate citizens about awareness of tourism in a widespread and effective way… Read the full news article
The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Tops TripAdvisor’s List of 10 Best Hotel Spas in the US
Relaxing oceanfront retreat offers alluring options for starting 2013 with a breather. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — TripAdvisor has crowned The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara #1 on its list of the top 10 hotel spas in the US. The list is based on the most highly rated four and five star hotel spas according to the quality and… Read the full news article
Group Demand on the Mend in Time for New Year
TravelClick Data Shows Hotel Performance Closes Out Year Strong and Continues to Show Positive Gains in 2013 NEW YORK, 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — After a dip in demand over the past couple of months, group occupancy is once again beginning to increase, according to data from the December 2012 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). When… Read the full news article
Retreat at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel, with the Winter Escape Offer
Guests will enjoy 25 percent savings on a two-night stay plus complimentary parking. 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — This winter, escape cabin fever at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, AFour Seasons Hotel, with the new Winter Escape offer and enjoy 25 percent savings on a two-night stay and complimentary parking. At The Ritz-Carlton Chicago guests can come in, cozy up and enjoy… Read the full news article
Sweet Rendezvous For Two
A Celebration of Love at Dusit Thani Manila Makati, Philippines, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — They say love makes the world go round. Here at Dusit Thani Manila, our world revolves around you and in making you and your special someone feel loved every step of the way all year through. Whether to celebrate silver or golden… Read the full news article
Hotel Maya presents new monthly Latin Brunch Series in Fuego for 2013
Executive Chef Victor Juarez takes guests on a culinary trip through Latin America, first stop Mexico LONG BEACH, Calif., 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fuego guests can now tour Latin America without ever leaving Long Beach as Executive Chef Victor Juarez presents the new Latin Brunch Series – first stop Mexico on Sunday, Jan. 20 from 11… Read the full news article
VISIT FLORIDA Launches Year-Long Viva Florida 500 Commemoration
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – marked the official launch of its year-long commemoration to honor the 500th anniversary of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon’s arrival on Florida’s sunny shores. His discovery in 1513 paved the way for 500 years of exploring the Sunshine… Read the full news article
LUX* Resorts to Host Underwater Festival, 15-21 APRIL 2013
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — LUX* Maldives will host the second edition of the internationally recognised ‘Underwater Festival’, from 15 to 21 April 2013. Activities will include underwater photo and video courses, on-the-beach themed film screenings, film editing coaching sessions, as well as free diving and apnea courses. Courses will be led by experts including BBC film… Read the full news article