Alaska Airlines adds new nonstop service from Orange County’s John Wayne Airport to Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows

With 106 nonstop flights to 15 destinations, getting to the snow and sun at Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows is more convenient than ever Olympic Valley, Calif., 2015-11-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Getting from Southern California to the ski slopes just got easier: Alaska Airlines will add new nonstop service from Orange County’s John Wayne Airport… Read the full press release

WinterWonderGrass Tahoe Festival returns at Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows in Lake Tahoe, Calif, April 1-3, 2016

Olympic Valley, Calif., 2015-10-16 — /Travel PR News/ — WinterWonderGrass Tahoe Festival is returning for its second year at Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows in Lake Tahoe, California April 1-3, 2016. Music, Brews and Mountains are the foundation for WinterWonderGrass, a boutique winter music and craft beer festival featuring more than 20 bands and 16 California breweries… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group announces 450-room Sam Lord’s Castle Barbados, A Wyndham Grand Resort

Hotel giant accelerates Caribbean expansion with development of first Wyndham Grand Resort on site of historic Sam Lord’s Castle in St. Philip PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2015-10-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Highlighting strong and growing interest in its portfolio of upscale brands in the Caribbean, Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company, today announced plans for further… Read the full press release

Singita: one of the recently relocated endangered Botswana black rhinos gave birth

Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-9-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Just three months after Singita, together with its conservation partner in Zimbabwe, the Malilangwe Trust, relocated eight critically endangered black rhinos to Botswana, the company has announced that one of the rhino cows has given birth to a calf in the Moremi Game Reserve. Born… Read the full press release

Philippines: SM Prime’s premier beach resort Hamilo Coast conferred the Bronze Benchmarked status through EarthCheck

PHILIPPINES, 2015-9-15 — /Travel PR News/ — In an important milestone, Hamilo Coast, SM Prime’s premier beach resort community in Nasugbu, Batangas was recently conferred the Bronze Benchmarked status through EarthCheck, the world’s leading scientific benchmarking, certification and advisory group for travel and tourism. Hamilo Coast’s operations and sustainability programs were quantitatively evaluated and appraised… Read the full press release

Knott’s Spooky Farm event takes place weekends in October starting October 3 – Halloween Day

Knott’s Spooky Farm, Open Weekends in Oct., Will Feature All-New Spooktastic Attractions Park Wide Buena Park, Calif., 2015-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The inaugural Knott’s Spooky Farm event, a park wide daytime, non-scare celebration for kids geared for kids ages 3-11, takes place weekends in October starting October 3 – Halloween Day. Knott’s Berry Farm invites… Read the full press release

The Mountain Collective™ has widened their geographic reach with the addition of two iconic destinations: STOWE, Vermont and TAOS, New Mexico

Passholders Now Have Access to the Best Terrain on the East Coast and in New Mexico STOWE, Vermont; TAOS, New Mexico, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Mountain Collective™ has widened their geographic reach with the addition of two iconic destinations to its roster.  Stowe joins the Mountain Collective as their first resort on the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay expands its international fitness program with the launch of Jim Courier Tennis program

BALI, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Bali may be renowned for its culture, hospitality and exotic charms, but it’s also becoming a destination for active travellers with an Olympic distance triathlon, marathon, beach bootcamps and yoga retreats. The latest step in this direction is a new Jim Courier Tennis program launched exclusively at Four… Read the full press release

Sunwing Travel Group: CHIC Punta Cana by Royalton Luxury Resorts reduces its carbon footprint with the installation of One Link Global ECA Technology and Green Chemical program

Dominican Republic, 2015-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — CHIC Punta Cana by Royalton Luxury Resorts has just completed the installation of a new Electro-Chemical-Activation (ECA) Technology and complete Green Chemical program for Housekeeping and Kitchens. The first of its kind ever to be put into operation in the Dominican Republic, the new One Link Global eco-friendly cleaning… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Lanai joins Great Golf Resorts of the World’s collection of marquee golf properties

Hawaii, Lanai at Manele Bay, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Recognising Four Seasons Resort Lanai as the very best in must-play, must-stay experiences, Great Golf Resorts of the World has added the exclusive Hawaii golf destination and breathtaking Jack Nicklaus signature golf experience to its collection of marquee properties. Carefully curated, Great Golf Resorts… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb to celebrate World No Tobacco Day by officially becoming Smoke-Free effective May 31, 2015

Effective May 31, 2015 Whistler Blackcomb Will Officially Become Smoke-Free WHISTLER, BC, 2015-5-25 — /Travel PR News/ — On May 31, 2015, Whistler Blackcomb will celebrate World No Tobacco Day by introducing a new smoke-free policy. The policy will prohibit smoking anywhere on Whistler Blackcomb property, including lift lines, chairlifts, gondolas, ski runs, hiking trails,… Read the full press release

The Maldives teams up with PVR Cinemas pan-India for video campaign to further increase Indians visiting Maldives

MALDIVES, 2015-5-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC)has tied up with PVR Cinemas pan-India for a 2-week video campaign that will run in all major cinema halls of the PVR auditoriums. The promotion had been timed around the beginning of the summer holiday season in India to catch… Read the full press release

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort teams up with Eric Orton, Teton Mountain Lodge and Hotel Terra to host the 2nd year of Eric Orton’s Mountain Running Academy

Teton Village, WY, 2015-5-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is pleased to team up with world renowned running coach and Marmot Athlete Eric Orton and slopeside lodging partners Teton Mountain Lodge and Hotel Terra to host the second year of Eric Orton’s Mountain Running Academy. These multiday running camps based out of… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb announces the appointment of Lauren Everest as its new Public Relations and Communications Manager

WHISTLER, BC, 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — After working in the Public Relations Department for more than five years, Lauren Everest has been appointed as the new Public Relations and Communications Manager at Whistler Blackcomb. “We are very excited to have Lauren step into her new role of Public Relations and Communications Manager,” says Stuart… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb turns up the heat with exciting list of updates and additions to its summer program

New 360 Pass, Timed Hiking Routes, Flightseeing Tours, E-Bikes And More! WHISTLER, BC, 2015-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Summer is in the air and Whistler Blackcomb is turning up the heat with an exciting list of updates and additions to its summer program. The new cabins on the Whistler Village Gondola will continue spinning straight… Read the full press release

The GoPro GoShow presented by Whistler Blackcomb returns for its second year on May 17 during Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival

Athletes Tasked With Capturing The Essence of May In Whistler For A Chance To Win $2000 WHISTLER, BC, 2015-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The GoPro GoShow presented by Whistler Blackcomb will return for its second year on May 17 during Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival (GO Fest). This year, instead of inviting professional filmmakers to compete… Read the full press release

The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fifth annual Festa dell’Autunno from October 8-11

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — From October 8-11, The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fifth annual Festa dell’Autunno, an autumn festival that brings the traditions of Italy to Southern California’s own Tuscan seaside village. New this year, the weekend festivities begin on Thursday with a Guest Chef Wine Dinner at Pelican Grill,… Read the full press release

Serena Hotels’ property in Nanyuki Olpejeta House hosted Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs, Commerce and Tourism on her visit to Olpejeta Conservancy

CABINET SECRETARY FOR EAST AFRICAN AFFAIRS, COMMERCE AND TOURISM VISITS OLPEJETA CONSERVANCY Nanyuki, Kenya, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Olpejeta House, one of the two Serena Hotels’ properties in Nanyuki (Olpejeta Conservancy) had the pleasure of hosting the Hon. Phyllis Kandie- who is the Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs, Commerce and Tourism. Hon. Kandie… Read the full press release

Wyndham Worldwide named one of the DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity for the third consecutive year

Global hospitality company also named as one of the top 10 companies for Supplier Diversity, Global Diversity, and Diversity Councils. Parsippany, N.J., 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Recognized for the recruitment, professional development, and inclusive environment provided to all associates, guests and customers, Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, was named… Read the full press release

The Whistler Mountain Bike Park will open for the 2015 season two weeks ahead of schedule on Saturday, May 2

5 Day, 10 Day, Twilight, Top Of The World And Unlimited Season Passes Available Now At Early Bird Rates WHISTLER, BC, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Whistler Mountain Bike Park will open for the 2015 season two weeks ahead of schedule on Saturday, May 2. With skiing and snowboarding still going strong in the Whistler… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the 7th consecutive year by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers

WHISTLER, BC, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Whistler Blackcomb continues to be recognized for its proactive approach towards sustainability and energy conservation. This Earth Day, the ski resort is proud and honoured to be named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the seventh consecutive year by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. “We are grateful… Read the full press release

Kurumba Maldives updates its activities schedule with exciting new daily fitness programs

MALDIVES, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Kurumba Maldives invites guests to enjoy a healthy escape whilst holidaying at Kurumba; be motivated and inspired to focus on fitness, as well enjoying the freedom and time away from their normal hectic life, in a paradise setting. With this in mind, Kurumba Maldives has recently updated their… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita adds new element of luxury to its tropical estate with the impending creation of The Sanctuary Collection

Mauritius, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mauritius resort to offer new Sanctuary Pool Villa category with panoramic ocean or beachfront views plus a luxurious re-model of the Presidential Suite to create a flexible three to five bedroom Presidential Suite Sanctuary A picturesque hideaway on the island’s east coast, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita… Read the full press release

Five-star hotel Longueville Manor becomes the first in the Channel Islands to launch it’s own private yacht at the Barclays Jersey Boat Show in May 2015

JERSEY, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Longueville Manor will be the talk of the Barclays Jersey Boat Show in May 2015 as the leading five-star hotel becomes the first in the Channel Islands to launch it’s own private yacht. The Relais & Châteaux property is renowned for it’s facilities, service and gastronomy and they… Read the full press release

MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL INTENSIFICA SU EXPANSIÓN VACACIONAL EN ASIA CON NUEVOS HOTELES EN VIETNAM E INDONESIA

Anuncia la firma de tres nuevos proyectos en 2015 y ya suma 24 hoteles en la zona Impulsa su posicionamiento en el segmento vacacional en la región, respaldada por su liderazgo en Mediterráneo y Caribe Mallorca, España, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Meliá Hotels International sigue creciendo y fortaleciendo su liderazgo como primera compañía hotelera… Read the full press release

Winter is far from over at Whistler Blackcomb; Spring skiing and riding until May 18

Spring Skiing And Riding On Whistler Mountain Until May 18 WHISTLER, BC, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — April showers bring May flowers in the valley, and at Whistler Blackcomb they also bring powder days to the alpine for skiers and snowboarders. With a snow base of 206cm and 35cm of new snow in the last… Read the full press release

IHG welcomed Holiday Inn Resort Bali Benoa to its portfolio of hotels on the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia

BALI, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has welcomed Holiday Inn Resort Bali Benoa to its portfolio of hotels on the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia. The new resort features 171 rooms and a host of recreation facilities, offering guests a relaxing getaway on what is one of Bali’s most family-friendly beaches…. Read the full press release

Hershey Country Club Golf Courses recertified as “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary” by the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program

Collaboration Delivers Natural Products for Treatments and Retail Hershey, PA, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — This spring, The Spa At The Hotel Hershey is proud to announce its new signature product line in conjunction with TARA Spa Therapy. The Spa is upgrading its Chocolate, Cuban and Noche Azul collections; body treatments; and retail products to… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts signs 18 management agreements for a portfolio of U.K. hotels owned by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management

ARLINGTON, Va./LONDON, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading global hotel management company – today announced the signing of 18 management agreements for a portfolio of U.K. hotels owned by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management. With these additions to its managed portfolio, Interstate continues to expand its regional presence and… Read the full press release

Michelin Star winner and author of three recipe books Nicolas Vienne joins Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita as Executive Chef.

Michelin Star winner and author of three recipe books joins leading Indian Ocean resort, bringing wealth of international experience MAURITIUS, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — With the transfer of Thierry Papillier to the soon-to-open Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca,  award-winning French chef Nicolas Vienne joins the team at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita in… Read the full press release