KINGS ISLAND, Ohio, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The most colorful Opening Day in Kings Island’s tradition-steeped history takes place Saturday, April 27, when the 364-acre amusement and waterpark hosts the inaugural Komen Color Me Pink 5k Walk/Run to raise money and awareness in the fight against breast cancer. The Komen Color Me Pink 5k features a… Read the full press release
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Agoda.com partners with Philippine Airlines to bring great hotel deals to airline customers
2013-02-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has teamed up with Philippine Airlines (PAL) to offer customers of the Philippines’ flagship carrier access to Agoda.com’s inventory of over 100,000 hotels worldwide. As the first and oldest commercial airline in Asia, Philippine Airlines has been carrying people… Read the full press release
Bartenders Compete for Annual Palm Springs Cocktail Challenge
Palm Springs, Calif., 2013-02-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Palm Springs is seeking the best bartenders at top clubs across North America and challenging them to stir up Palm Springs inspired cocktails as part of the 4th Annual Palm Springs Summer Splash Cocktail Challenge presented by Here Media and Alaska Airlines. Palm Springs will host Cocktail Challenges at… Read the full press release
Macau received 930,000 visitors during Spring Festival golden week with a year-on-year increase of 15%
2013-02-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — According to preliminary statistics, Macau registered 936,974 visitor arrivals (including foreign workers and students) during February 9 and 15 (Golden Week Holidays in Mainland), marking a growth of 15.4% compared with last year’s Spring Festival golden week. Among them, close to 630,000 visitors came from Mainland China, marking an increase of 25.5%…. Read the full press release
Online Channels Continue to Show Most Occupancy Growth in Q4 2012
While Occupancy is Increasing, Average Daily Rates Remain the Main Driver of Revenue Growth in the Hotel Sector NEW YORK, 2013-02-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the fourth quarter 2012, online channels that include Online Travel Agents (OTAs), and hotel websites (Brand.com) continued to experience the most growth according to data from the TravelClick North American Distribution Review… Read the full press release
Qatar Tourism Authority with the Private Engineering Office and the Qatar Tennis Federation drew crowds of families on packed dhow boats to Palm Island for five days of sports and entertainment
As a mark of the success of the event, visitors queued for the dhow ferry boats to Palm Island to play mini- tennis & have tennis lessons, compete at volley ball and play indoor pool, while kids had fun on bouncy castles and joined in cartoon character races Doha- Qatar, 2013-02-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Tourism… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Presents a Wine Tasting Evening
February 22 event at Bentley’s Whiskey Bar offers a selection of Italian wines. 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Evenings at Four Seasons Hotel Baku are always interesting and joyful. On Friday, Feburary 22, 2013, Bentley’s Whiskey Bar introduces Guido Vannucchi, regional manager from Antinori – one of the biggest wine companies in Italy. This special Italian-style evening will include opportunities to taste the… Read the full press release
Australian Celebrity Deborah Hutton Playing For Hilton Queenstown In The NZ PGA Championship
QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australian media presenter Deborah Hutton is representing Hilton Queenstown in the NZ PGA Championship at The Hills in Queenstown later this month. The four-day PGA Tour of Australasia tournament will run from Thursday February 28 to Sunday March 3 featuring celebrities such as Sir Ian Botham, golf sensation Lydia… Read the full press release
San Antonio’s Art Scene Comes to Light During Luminaria
An Arts Event Produced by the Artists of San Antonio 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The ideal time to experience San Antonio’s artistic diversity is during Luminaria, an arts event produced by the artists of San Antonio. This city’s remarkable history and culture have crafted an arts scene as warm and diverse as its people. From award-winning… Read the full press release
2012 Marks Second Consecutive Record Year for Florida Tourism
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Governor Scott announced today that according to preliminary estimates* released by VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – 89.3 million visitors came to Florida in 2012, an increase of 2.3 percent over 2011. This represents a record year for visitation to Florida, exceeding the previous high of… Read the full press release
Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa has Introduced Kids Stay, Play and Eat for Free
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa has added Kids Stay, Play and Eat for Free to their comprehensive offerings at the Resort. If guests travel with children, then as long as they are staying in the same villa as their parents – they stay, play and eat for free. The Maldives is a… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resorts Lanai Presents the Third Annual Lanai Jazz Festival, March 1-3, 2013
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resorts Lanai, in partnership with the Lanai community, HawaiiONTV.com and Jazz Alley TV, announces the third annual Lanai Jazz Festival March 1-3, 2013. The melodic sounds of the base will bebop, swing and boogie through the upcountry of Koele for the complimentary three-day event, benefiting the Lanai Community Association. Jazz enthusiasts and novices… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila – SIYOUGA YAKI SET MENUS AT UMU JAPANESE RESTAURANT
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A master in the art of traditional Japanese cuisine, Umu Japanese Restaurant’s Chef Hiroyuki Fukata never fails to amaze us with his cooking! Anticipate his fantastic creations offered only this February: a collection of Siyouga Yaki Set menus featuring perfectly cooked thinly-sliced meats with tasty ginger sauce. Have your choice of Beef… Read the full press release
Get “Red Carpet Ready” at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Denver
Celebrate the Academy Awards by indulging in Oscar-worthy pampering at The Spa. 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 85th Academy Awards are set to take Hollywood by storm on Sunday, February 24, 2013, and while most of the red carpet glitz and glamour will be in Hollywood, Denverites can enjoy a little slice of Hollywood right in… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila – BENJARONG THAI CURRY PROMOTION
2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A visit to Dusit Thani Manila will not be complete without a delectable meal at Benjarong Royal Thai Restaurant. Named after prized porcelain in Thailand, Benjarong literally means “five colours”. It also suggests the five flavours of Thai cooking – bitter, salty, sweet, sour and hot, all featured in the restaurant’s wide… Read the full press release
Hilton Tampa Downtown Announces Its Grand Opening To Travelers Today
TAMPA, Fla., 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Tampa Downtown announced its opening to travelers today. The hotel opening represents the first Driftwood Hospitallity owned and managed property in downtown Tampa. Hilton Tampa Downtown was converted from Hotel Tampa located at 211 N. Tampa Street, Tampa, FL 33602. Hilton Tampa Downtown offers a premier location convenient to The… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok Makes Life Sweeter with Summer Ice Creams.
Tropical Thai flavours and traditional French favourites are back at the Lobby Lounge. 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Life always seems a little bit sweeter with ice cream. Four SeasonsHotel Bangkok Pastry Chef Stephane Calvet is a firm believer in the power of ice cream, and is bringing back some of his favourite creations this year to make the… Read the full press release
Tee Off With ‘Stay And Play’ Golf Packages At Rendezvous Hotels
2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rendezvous hotels has scored a hole-in-one with its brand new ‘Stay and Play’ golfing experiences available across Australia and New Zealand. Pack the golf clubs, tees and bring along a caddy – hopefully you can avoid a rendezvous with a bunker! Rendezvous Grand Hotel Auckland Enjoy a superb escape at Rendezvous Grand… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas to Host Texas Wild of the Mylan World TeamTennis League This Summer
Tennis fans to see marquee players Bob and Mike Bryan, Venus Williams and Mark Philippoussis in inaugural season in Irving. 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas will be the home venue for The Texas Wild of the Mylan World TeamTennis league. The team is coached by the Resort’s own tennis professional Brent… Read the full press release
Lifeguard Positions Available at Kings Island’s Soak City Waterpark
KINGS ISLAND, Ohio, 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Want an exciting job where you can be outside all summer? Apply to be a lifeguard at Kings Island’s Soak City Waterpark. Kings Island provides the award-winning Ellis & Associates training program at no cost to lifeguard candidates. Soak City lifeguards receive competitive pay rates, great hours and the… Read the full press release
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California Ranks Highly in Condé Nast Traveler Magazine’s 2013 Spa Poll
The Spa is the highest rated in the Los Angeles area and third in California. 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California ranked highly in the list of Top 75 US Hotel Spas for 2013 released by Condé Nast Traveler magazine. With an overall score of 95.6, The Spa is the highest rated in the… Read the full press release
NEW HYATT GOLD PASSPORT PROMOTION OPENS DOORS TO MORE POSSIBILITIES WITH THOUSANDS OF BONUS POINTS
Global campaign awards members with bonus points redeemable for free nights, dining and spa services CHICAGO, 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced a new global promotion today that allows Hyatt Gold Passport members to earn up to 45,000 bonus points – that’s enough points for seven free nights at Bali Hyatt or two free nights… Read the full press release
Love is in the air – as Belfast tops easyJet’s St Valentine’s Day destinations from JLA
2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s that time of year again when couples treat each other to a little extra romance, but it’s not just love that will be in the air today. For one of Liverpool John Lennon Airport’s (JLA) biggest operators, this means a surge in bookings as passengers take advantage of some great value… Read the full press release
RyanairHotels.com Attracts Record Monthly Visitors
5.5M USERS VISIT EUROPE’S BIGGEST ONLINE ACCOMODATION SITE IN JANUARY 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (15 Feb) announced record monthly traffic on its RyanairHotels.com website, the ultimate hotel price comparison site, with more than 5.5m unique visitors in January 2013, a rise of 300% on the previous month, coinciding… Read the full press release
Vermont Tourism Events Calendar: Presidents’ Week through March
MONTPELIER, Vt., 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Presidents’ Week ramps up with festivities in Vermont; enjoy a robust schedule of outdoor events, exhibit openings and nightlife. As the days warm up and sunshine lingers, March ushers in maple season with festivals and tastings all across the state. Here’s a sampler of the hundreds of events posted on… Read the full press release
Discover the Real Maldives Aboard Four Seasons Explorer
A cruise for divers, nature lovers and 21st century adventurers. 2013-02-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Experience the Maldives as few visitors ever do with the world’s most intimate Four Seasons Resort. Four Seasons Explorer, a three-deck luxury live-aboard, takes a maximum of 22 guests – matched one-to-one by a seasoned crew – on a marine and cultural odyssey into the undiscovered… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg: A Brief History of the “House with Lions
2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg: From the first glimpse of the grand front entrance, guarded by two marble lions, it’s obvious that this is a remarkable building with a rich legacy. Known among city residents as the “House with Lions,” the palace holds a fascinating history. Here in the centre… Read the full press release
INTERNATIONAL GOURMET STARS ‘HOOKED’ ON ABU DHABI’S EMIRATES PALACE ‘CATCH & COOK’ EXPERIENCE
International masterchefs, Shinichiro Takagi of Japan and German master patissier Ernst Knam, took time off from their starring roles in the Gourmet Abu Dhabi culinary festival to try their hand at a ‘Catch & Cook’ experience organised by the UAE capital’s super-luxurious Emirates Palace. 2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The culinary duo – self-confessed angling novices –… Read the full press release
Canadian Tourism Commission: Tourism industry stands tall in Canada’s social-media conversations
Award-winning apps, fresh bloggers and a new provincial hub are the stars of 2013’s first round-up. 2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Despite all the white noise on social networks, Canada’s tourism industry is a prominent voice in the conversations, as the latest newsgathering demonstrates. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) sits alongside our Canadian industry partners on many… Read the full press release
VisitBritain: 2012 SPEND HIGHEST IN INBOUND HISTORY
2013-02-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The contribution of inbound tourism to the UK economy has continued to grow in 2012, with latest figures showing a record £19bn in spend, a four per cent rise on 2011. Figures from the ONS(1) also confirmed that visits were up on 2011 with over 31 million international tourists enjoying a holiday… Read the full press release