Category Archives: Society

THE NATIONAL ZOO AND WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE CALL ON D.C.-AREA STUDENTS TO WRITE LETTERS TO ELEPHANTS

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2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Washingtonian magazine are asking kids for help in welcoming the Zoo’s elephants to their new Elephant Community Center. Elementary school-aged students in the Washington, D.C., metro area are invited to write letters to the elephants on one of the following topics and mail them to Washingtonian: 1) Tell the elephants… Read the full press release

Introducing The All New Burgers & Burgundy in The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston

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Three new swoon-worthy burger flavours make for Wednesday night perfection. 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Each Wednesday night, The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston hosts the hottest event in town for burger and wine lovers:Burgers & Burgundy. This popular event pairs the guest’s selection of one of four burger flavours with two tastings of Burgundian style wines for just USD… Read the full press release

Opening Night at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Spotlights “World’s Tallest Hotel”

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Last night, the JW Marriott luxury brand celebrated the newly opened landmark hotel in the Middle East and second Marquis worldwide – the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai.  Featuring an exclusive performance by British singer / songwriter and recording star, Leona Lewis,  the “World’s Tallest Hotel” hosted  more than 1,200 VIP… Read the full press release

PABU Izakaya Announces Exclusive Dinner Series Offering Guests an Inspired Japanese Culinary Experience at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore

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Introducing The Tatami Table Dinners with Chef Jonah Kim. 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Since its opening, PABU Izakaya has brought Baltimore culinary enthusiasts and novices a taste of Japan. The izakaya style dining restaurant located Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore in Harbor East is the first of its kind in the city, modeled after the traditional Japanese drinking establishments offering socially intimate dining…. Read the full press release

HLABEKISA COMMUNITY FINDS HOPE FOR THE FUTURE IN NEW SECONDARY SCHOOL

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

OVERSEAS VISITORS SPEND £4.5 BILLION A YEAR IN BRITAIN’S SHOPS

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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

DUSIT THANI MANILA RECIPIENT OF GOLD CIRCLE AWARD FOR TWO CONSECUTIVE YEARS

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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

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Denver Introduces New Treatments

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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

Easter Bonnet, With All The Frills Upon It At London Hilton On Park Lane

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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

Dusit Thani Manila Unveils the New Family Brunch

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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

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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

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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

Walk in the Footsteps of Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Virginia

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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’

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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

Embark Upon a Grand Tour This Summer with Four Seasons Hotels Thailand

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Create an unforgettable experience at two, three or four Four Seasons hotels in Thailand. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotels Thailand presents its own take on the “Grand Tour,” that traditional educational journey and intellectual adventure, once a rite of passage for elite travellers of a certain means. In addition to the opportunities to discover the culture, flavours… Read the full press release

NEW VISITENGLAND CAMPAIGN PROMOTES RURAL BREAKS

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2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, today launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by promoting short breaks in some of England’s most beautiful rural locations.  The campaign is the fourth of six launching from January to March, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage… Read the full press release

Qatar Tourism Authority ready to dazzle the world at the 10th Anniversary of the Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition

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26 exhibitors, representing some 500 of the world’s best known and most prestigious gemstone and watch labels A remarkable 15% increase on international brands Seven-day exhibition, dubbed “Pure Luxury”, spread over 15,000sqm area of jewelry & watches Doha-Qatar, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassem Bin Jabor Al Thani,… Read the full press release

Spring Break Travel Trends

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2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Welcome to the February edition of TRAVEL GUARD UPDATE, a monthly review designed to provide you with up-to-date information on the latest travel trends. This month, we polled travel agents to learn about their clients’ spring break booking trends. We’ll also touch upon a handy tip to ensure smooth travels this spring break… Read the full press release

Be the “Beauty on the Beach” This Spring Break with Help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

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Just in time for Spring Break, The Spa introduces a special package to prep for that vacation in the sun. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Be the beauty on the beach this spring break or for that beach escape with help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The Spa introduces the new Beauty and the Beach package, which combines a sand… Read the full press release

Hilton Pattaya Launches New Promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ At eforea: spa at Hilton

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A Uniquely Indulgent Experience Makes It Easy to Have a Healthy Lifestyle PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today unveiled its latest promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ at eforea: spa at Hilton. Available from February 11, 2013 on Level 17 between 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, guests can enjoy a new healthy range… Read the full press release

Mum’s The Word This Mother’s Day At Four Seasons Hotel Dublin

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Lovely ways to pamper mothers on March 10. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year, why not create unforgettable memories and celebrate Mothers Day on Sunday, March 10, 2013 atFour Seasons Hotel Dublin? Guests will be spoiled for choice as the possibilities are endless, including a special Sunday Brunch in Seasons Restaurant, where Executive Chef Terry White’s menu will delight and inspire;… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Vail Announces Spring Break Offers

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Escape to high elevation this Spring with “Midweek Mogul” or “Third Night Free” specials fromFour Seasons. 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Vail announces its special offers for Spring Break – Midweek Mogul and Stay Longer -Third Night Free. “Spring is a popular time to visit Vail, as spring skiing lends itself to warmer temperatures, yet you still have the vast… Read the full press release

Jay Miller Named Director of Golf at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

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New director is 17-year resident of Costa Rica, 8-yearFour Seasons veteran, tropical turfgrass specialist and award-winning conservationist. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jay Miller has been promoted to Director of Golf at Four SeasonsResort Costa Rica. He was previously Director of Golf Operations at the Resort since the opening of the Arnold Palmer signature golf course in 2005. “We are grateful… Read the full press release

QATAR AIRWAYS GROUP MARKS QATAR’S NATIONAL SPORTS DAY WITH A HOST OF ACTIVITIES

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Staff Celebrate Healthy Living Enjoying Fun Day Out With Colleagues And Families More Than 1,500 Participants Turned Up Making The Annual Event A Huge Success For National Airline Doha, QATAR, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways Group celebrated Qatar’s National Sports Day with fun and excitement attracting more than 1,500 staff and their families for a… Read the full press release