2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Farmers’ Markets are trending everywhere at the moment because of the global move towards healthier eating, living and spending. To celebrate this growing movement, Essential Travel has put together their favourite ten farmers’ markets from both the UK, and around the globe. 1. Winchester Farmers’ Market, Hampshire This bi-monthly market exemplifies the… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Society
Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver Hosts 32nd Annual Terry Fox Run at Stanley Park, Sunday, September 16, 2012
Event features MC & Global TV news anchor Jill Krop, Vancouver Fire Department warm up, complimentary breakfast and Kids Playzone. 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The team at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver is organizing one of Vancouver’s most loved annual charitable events. Terry Fox remains a global hero for his brave and selfless approach to raising awareness and funds… Read the full press release
Advancing Cancer Research: Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Aims to Reach CAD 9 Million Mark at 2012 Wilket Creek Park Terry Fox Run as Part of Continuing Global Commitment to the Cause
More than 350 corporate and hotel employees will participate in September 16 event in Toronto. Toronto, Canada 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons hotels and resorts around the world are participating in Terry Fox Runs and other fundraising initiatives again this year, marking more than three decades of commitment to cancer research. Every year, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto and the… Read the full press release
New 21-kilometre Half Marathon Launched at the Second Annual Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk
2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation, in partnership with O.R. Tambo International Airport and the City of Ekurhuleni, has introduced a 21-kilometre half marathon for the second annual Liberation Walk this year. The race has already attracted significant interest among athletes in provinces such as the Eastern Cape, where OR Tambo was… Read the full press release
Confirmed Speakers Announced for Airports Going Green Conference
CHICAGO, 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 5th Annual Airports Going Green Conference will be held November 4-7, 2012 at the Westin River North Hotel, Chicago, Illinois. Register today at www.airportsgoinggreen.org and check back often for updates! We are pleased to announce that the Conference will feature the following sustainability leaders from around the globe! Special Sessions: Christa Fornarotto,… Read the full press release
LIFE AFTER LONDON 2012 – VISITENGLAND LOOKS AT THE LEGACY LEFT BEHIND
2012-09-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — With dozens of new venues and attractions being specifically constructed and opened for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, we take a look at what will happen to these after the storm on this colossal event has settled. From shopping malls to white water rafting facilities, the legacy that London 2012 leaves behind… Read the full press release
For the second consecutive year, Lufthansa wins “Doing it All” honors from Condé Nast Traveler 2012 World Savers Awards
Carrier recognized as world leader in social responsibility; airline’s landmark biofuel study highlighted Lufthansa has once again received top honors among the airline industry, earning the “Doing it All” distinction in the 2012 Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Awards. The comprehensive awards program, which recognizes travel companies that are doing the most to save the world,… Read the full press release
Jersey Celtic coin hoard to go on public display
2012-09-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of the most significant and exciting archaeological discoveries in Jersey’s history is to be put on public display, for a limited period of time. The hoard of Celtic coins unearthed from a field in Grouville in June is currently being held at a secure location by Jersey Heritage. But following intense… Read the full press release
Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade Fam Trip 2012 Highlights Country’s Leadership as Health & Wellness Destination
Bangkok, 2012-09-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Nearly 90 tourism facilitators, health tourism organizations and health insurance companies from 18 countries gathered at the Centara Grand at CentralWorld in Bangkok for the “Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade Fam Trip 2012” organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). TAT Governor Suraphon Svetasreni said, “The Thailand Medical &… Read the full press release
Canadian Tour Celebrating the 100th Grey Cup: VIA Rail Canada welcomes the Grey Cup on board its train from Vancouver to Halifax
Vancouver, 2012-09-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — VIA Rail Canada is pleased to welcome the Grey Cup on board its train as part of its cross-Canada tour. Celebrating its 100th edition in 2012, yesterday, the Cup began a coast to coast journey to visit one hundred Canadian communities. VIA Rail’s Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Paul… Read the full press release
FROM THAISPECTIVE: Tourism Authority of Thailand Proudly Presents a Refreshing & Unique Experience Through Thais’ Perspectives
Bangkok, 2012-09-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched “FROM THAISPECTIVE”, its latest campaign aimed at showing Thailand from unique and rare angles. Taking a radically different approach from previous campaigns, “FROM THAISPECTIVE” goes beyond sharing experiences from visitor to visitor and instead presents Thailand from the perspective of Thais. Three short… Read the full press release
GUY HARVEY OUTPOST SPLASHES ONTO ST. PETE BEACH
TradeWinds Sandpiper Suites to Become First Guy Harvey Outpost Resort in U.S. ST. PETE BEACH, Fla., 2012-09-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Over the next few months, the TradeWinds Sandpiper Suites on St. Pete Beach, Fla. will be transformed into Guy Harvey Outpost – a TradeWinds Beach Resort, becoming the first Guy Harvey Outpost in the United States…. Read the full press release
“Wild at Heart” Bridges Gap between Primates and People Lincoln Park Zoo, University of Chicago Medicine host special evening
Chicago, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heart disease is the primary cause of death for American adults and captive chimpanzees. Join Lincoln Park Zoo’s Dr. Lester E. Fisher Director of Veterinary Medicine Kathryn Gamble, DVM, and Allan Anderson, MD, associate professor of medicine and director of theAdvanced Heart Failure Program at the University of Chicago Medicine, for a… Read the full press release
Heathrow bids farewell to athletes from around the world
2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — London September 10 2012: Heathrow today waved goodbye to 5,000 departing Paralympic athletes and officials following the largest ever Paralympic Games. It has been a fantastic summer of sport for Great Britain and, as the Host Airport for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Heathrow has been the first – and… Read the full press release
Kenya Airways announces successful completion of Voluntary Early Retire Programme and Staff rationalization Exercise
Kenya Airways announces successful completion of Voluntary Early Retire Programme and Staff rationalization Exercise Thursday, 2012-09-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — National carrier, Kenya Airways has announced the completion of its staff rationalization programme that will see the airline save close to Sh1.2 billion annually in labour costs as it embarks on its ambitious expansion programme. According to… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas Hosts 28th Annual Cool October Events for Cancer Center at Baylor Medical Center at Irving, Texas
Resort’s community relations program committed to fighting cancer in the city it serves. Dallas, U.S.A., 2012-09-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas celebrates its 28th year of fighting cancer in its community by raising money for treatment and awareness of the disease among local citizens. To date, Cool October sporting and… Read the full press release
PATA Stages ‘Thrilla in Manila’ Debate in PTM Week, PATA Next Generation ‘Walks the Talk’ at Youth Forum
Bangkok, 2012-09-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is to break new ground in the conduct and content of industry forums globally by holding the first-ever debate on the future of travel and tourism between the PATA CEO and a leading regional travel journalist. To focus on the topic, “The Future of Travel… Read the full press release
BIODIVERSITY IN TROPICAL PROTECTED AREAS MAY NOT BE SO PROTECTED SAY SMITHSONIAN SCIENTISTS
2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — A team of Smithsonian scientists joined more than 200 others around the world to examine if giving protected status to a tropical forest offered adequate protection to the plants and animals within its borders. They found that in almost half the cases it did not. The team’s findings are published online in… Read the full press release
PRELIMINARY NECROPSY FINDINGS FOR IVAN THE GORILLA
2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Detailed analysis and tests are still pending WHO: Officials at Zoo Atlanta have received preliminary necropsy findings following the recent passing of Ivan the western lowland gorilla, who died on August 20, 2012, at the age of 50. WHAT: According to the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine Zoo and Exotic… Read the full press release
Zoo Breaks Ground on International Orangutan Center
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Gives $1.5M Toward Campaign For Conservation And Community: Saving the Orangutans INDIANAPOLIS, 2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Indianapolis Zoo broke ground today on the International Orangutan Center. Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels and Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard were among the more than 200 distinguished guests who joined Indianapolis Zoo Board of Trustees… Read the full press release
SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO RECEIVES MAJOR PLEDGE FOR GIANT PANDA RESEARCH FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY FUND
24-HOUR PANDA PREGNANCY WATCH BEGINS 2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Smithsonian’s National Zoo will receive $400,000 over the next two years from the Ford Motor Company Fund to study the health of giant pandas. Zoo scientists, in collaboration with their Chinese colleagues at the developing Wildlife Disease Control Center, will research disease transmission and susceptibility to… Read the full press release
The National Trust for Jersey Open Weekend
2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year’s Open Day’s form part of a very special week long event dedicated to exploring and discovering the Island’s history and hidden treasures. Run in association with Jersey Tourism, Jersey Heritage and The Societe Jersiaise, the National Trust’s Open Days offer you the chance to explore some of Jersey’s rich architectural… Read the full press release
A SCULPTURE INSTALLATION AT GEORGE BEST BELFAST CITY AIRPORT
2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Using water as inspiration, Belfast artist Deirdre Robb has created a unique sculpture installation entitled ‘swell’ that will be on display in the George Best Belfast City Airport as part of the inaugural East Belfast Arts Festival. Colour and form have an immediate impact on the large-scale artwork that conveys a sense of… Read the full press release
RYANAIR SUPPORTS MARIE KEATING FOUNDATION
2012-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (6 Sept) announced a significant donation to the Marie Keating Foundation, one of many charities to receive ongoing contributions from the sale of Ryanair’s ‘Fly To Win’ onboard scratchcards. Several members of Ryanair’s cabin crew and head office team were on hand to present the… Read the full press release
267 HOSPITALITY STUDENTS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
$386,500 Awarded Via AH&LEF’s Core Scholarship Programs Washington, 2012-09-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF), the not-for-profit affiliate of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), awarded 267 scholarships, totaling $386,500, through three of its core programs – the Annual Scholarship Grant, Incoming Freshman Scholarship, and Graduate Scholarship programs. The Annual… Read the full press release
Gatwick seeks views from Capel on the proposed implementation of P-RNAV
P-RNAV consultation sees new event being held at Capel 2012-09-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — A three month public consultation by Gatwick Airport is taking place to implement a system called P-RNAV. The system, which has been trialled on a limited basis at the airport for 6 years, utilises the full navigation capability of modern aircraft and improves… Read the full press release
SIA Charity Day In Support Of Children With Special Needs
2012-09-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines, the Official Airline flying the Giant Pandas Kai Kai and Jia Jia from China to Singapore, will be raising funds this Saturday for children with special needs, with a limited-edition toy collectible. The collectible, in the form of a panda plush clad in the signature SIA Batik motif, will be… Read the full press release
Statement re: InterCity West Coast Franchise Award
2012-09-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — We understand that Virgin Rail Ltd a subsidiary of Virgin Rail Group, the joint venture between Virgin Group and Stagecoach Group plc, has brought a legal challenge against the Department for Transport in relation to the recent award of the InterCity West Coast rail franchise to FirstGroup. We have every confidence in… Read the full press release
Weddings at Dusit Thani Manila
2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Dusit Thani Manila continues to be the popular venue for couples seeking to experience their dream wedding. It takes pride in its posse of banquet experts that matches the hotel’s luxury in experience and creativity, guaranteeing a truly unforgettable celebration. From conceiving a couple’s ideal wedding theme, selecting an appropriate menu… Read the full press release
PENTAGON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION AND ENTERPRISE CAR SALES WORK TO SAVE SOLDIERS AND CIVILIANS FROM MAKING BAD CAR DEALS AND DECISIONS
Bred-in-the-Bone Commitment to the Military Alexandria, VA and St. Louis, MO, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Staff Sergeant Shawn Marsland, 16th Signal Company, stationed at Fort Hood, TX, and his wife Cassandra are experienced car buyers. So even though they were eager to buy a pickup when they moved back to the states, they took the time to shop… Read the full press release