Bethesda, Md., 2014-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Soccer star Mia Hamm may be an icon for a generation of women, a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and a committed philanthropist heading her own foundation, but ask this 42-year old superstar to name her favorite role and the answer is soccer mom, hands down. Today in New… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2014-5-6 — /Travel PR News/ — General aviation pilots are being alerted to a series of temporary airspace restrictions in place around sporting and commemorative events in the UK, Ireland and France this summer. The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said that private pilots should pay particularly close attention to relevant NOTAMs as part of… Read the full press release
Glasgow 2014 today (Thursday, May 1) revealed that First Bus has become the latest addition to the Games Sponsor Family.Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — First, part of the Aberdeen-based FirstGroup, is the largest bus operator in Scotland and becomes the Official Supporter – Bus Services for the Games having been planning for… Read the full press release
Registration site is now live to participate in the family-fun weekend festival CALGARY, 2014-04-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority revealed plans today for Run and Roam the Runway – a weekend event that will allow Calgarians to experience Canada’s newest and longest runway. The weekend activities are scheduled for June 14 and… Read the full press release
Budapest, 2014-04-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport and Celebi Ground Handling Hungary have signed a five-year lease and reconstruction contract for the refurbishment of the general aviation terminal (GAT) at Budapest Airport. The GAT is used by the passengers of small and large private aircraft and business jets which do not operate as scheduled flights,… Read the full press release
Jersey, 2014-04-16 — /Travel PR News/ — A team from the five-star Grand Jersey Hotel & Spa and local brain injury charity, Headway Jersey, are set to take on a gruelling four-day challenge. Starting Wednesday 6th August, the team will cycle through France, row from France to Jersey arriving Saturday 9th August. The team is comprised… Read the full press release
Shannon, Ireland, 2014-04-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport is today delighted to confirm that over 1,000 seats have been made available on chartered flights to carry fans to and from Marseille for the eagerly awaited April 27th Heineken Cup semi-final clash with Toulon in the Stade Velodrome. Charter services put on include the team flight… Read the full press release
Includes bike tour, a movie in Millennium Park and the Bike to Work Rally at Daley Plaza on June 20 Chicago, 2014-04-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is pleased to announce the schedule for Chicago Bike Week taking place June 13-20 as part of Bike Chicago 2014, presented by… Read the full press release
KIEV, 2014-04-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air Ukraine today announced it is the new title sponsor of the Kyiv City Marathon. The will be the first time that the Kyiv City Marathon has been named after a sponsor partner. The race will be held on 27 April as the “Wizz Air Kyiv City Marathon”. The… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2014-04-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Brazil’s Travel & Tourism sector will enjoy a significant boost during the FIFA 2014 World Cup year. That is according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which has unveiled its Economic Impact 2014 report for Brazil today. WTTC is the global authority on the economic and social… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2014-03-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The Five-Star Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Boston will reintroduce its ‘Runners’ Revive’ treatment for the month of April in honor of the 118th Boston Marathon. Created with runners in mind, the 50 minute ‘Runners’ Revive’ massage warms and soothes fatigued legs and feet. Special massage techniques work to flush lactic… Read the full press release
CALGARY, 2014-03-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Calgary has been shortlisted by SportBusiness International as one of the world’s top five Ultimate Sports Cities recognizing Calgary’s rise on the international sport hosting scene. Calgary has been shortlisted along with other established sport hosting centres Auckland, Copenhagen, London and Melbourne. Since 2006, the SportBusiness International list has been published every two… Read the full press release
Parsippany, N.J., 2014-03-25 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) family of brands, announced today that it will return as the title sponsor of the RCI® Christel House Open International Charity Golf Tournament in 2014. This marks the eighth consecutive year that RCI has served as the… Read the full press release
Official Corporate Partner of the NCAA® to Provide One Lucky Fan with a Trip to the 2015 NCAA® Men’s Final Four™ in Indianapolis St. Louis, 2014-03-18 — /Travel PR News/ — From buzzer-beater shots and timely free throws to heart-stopping three-pointers and underdog victories, the NCAA® Division I Men’s Basketball Championship is filled with moments that inspire, energize… Read the full press release
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-03-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will sponsor the New York Cosmos for a further two years in a deal announced today at Emirates headquarters in Dubai. Footballing superstar Pelé, who is Honorary President of the club, was present for the announcement at a packed press conference. Although Emirates’ shirt sponsorship only began in… Read the full press release
MALDIVES, 2014-03-14 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* Maldives is proud to announce the third edition of the ‘Underwater Festival’, taking place on the island from 16 to 20 April 2014. Co-sponsoring the event, the leading diving company Euro-Divers presents an array of activities ranging from scuba diving to few of the most beautiful dive sites… Read the full press release
New Interactive Video Campaign Featuring PGA TOUR Pro Supports “The Big Win” Promotion From IHG® Rewards Club ATLANTA, 2014-3-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The modern day business traveler likes to win, both at work and when they’re having fun. To make winning easier, the Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts brand has teamed up with PGA TOUR… Read the full press release
Governor Corbett Officially Kicks Off 2014 Pocono Raceway Season; Announces $5 million in Transportation Infrastructure Funds to Improve Traffic Flow at Raceway Total economic impact on regional income is projected to be $277 million in 2014. Harrisburg, PA, 2014-03-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Governor Corbett today joined Pocono Raceway CEO Brandon Igdalsky, NASCAR and INDYCAR officials… Read the full press release
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-03-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Pele, one of the greatest ever footballers and Emirates’ Global Ambassador, will share some of his proudest moments during a special screening at Emirates’ headquarters on 16 March. Pele will visit the airline’s headquarters in Dubai with the Emirates-sponsored New York Cosmos football team, of which Pele is… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — From fast cars and college hoops, to Major League Baseball, Las Vegas is the place to be this month for major sporting events. The destination will host hundreds of thousands of visitors who will experience the annual NASCAR weekend, four NCAA Basketball Conference Championships, the Chicago Cubs and the… Read the full press release
Cologne, Germany, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa is set to introduce the latest-generation Boeing 747-8 to a new destination. From 29 March, the ‘Queen of the Skies’ will fly daily between Frankfurt and Sao Paolo. Flight LH 506 is currently operated with a Boeing 747-400, the predecessor model of the Boeing 747-8. The switch to… Read the full press release
Budapest, Hungary, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the new title sponsorship of the Budapest Half Marathon in partnership with the Budapest Sport Office (BSI). It is the first time in 18 years that the Budapest Half Marathon has changed its name. It will… Read the full press release
Skopje, Macedonia, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the new title sponsorship of the Skopje Marathon in partnership with the city of Skopje. It is the first time that the Skopje Marathon has added a partner to its name. It will be held on… Read the full press release
BANFF, AB, Canada, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Home to some of the most extreme in-bounds terrain in North America, Sunshine Village has announced that the internationally recognised Delirium Dive will open today. The area is renowned for its challenging runs, 2,000 feet of vertical and 40 degree average pitch that tests the strength of even the most… Read the full press release
Awe inspiring stunts showcase Thomson Cruises’ new Jamaican home port Luton, UK, 2014-2-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Olympic medalist, Yohan Blake takes on world renowned freerunners in a new film from Thomson Cruises, to promote its 2014 and 2015 sailings from Montego Bay, Jamaica. The Dream Runners video sees 3RUN, who’ve worked on Hollywood blockbusters like… Read the full press release
An Ideal Package for the Advanced Golfer Looking to Improve On-Course Performance Riviera Maya, MEXICO, 2014-2-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Golf enthusiasts will flock to the stunning Rosewood Mayakoba, home to the only Jim McLean Golf School in Mexico, May 21 – 24, 2014, to receive personalized sessions from the legendary pro himself during an exclusive,… Read the full press release
Highly anticipated FCB design makes its debut New branding graces Camp Nou Stadium Further cements airline’s commitment to the World’s Best Football Club Doha, QATAR, 2014-2-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways and FC Barcelona are taking their partnership to the skies as the airline introduces FC Barcelona’s livery for the first time on a Boeing 777. The… Read the full press release
Alberta, Canada, 2014-2-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sunshine Village Ski Resort opened the Wild West freeride zone today. Abundant snowfall throughout the week has provided the ideal conditions to open the extreme terrain. With 79 cm (2 ft, 7 in) of snow falling on the resort this past week coupled with a solid 178 cm (5 ft, 10 in)… Read the full press release
Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014-2-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — FirstGroup employee, Richard Emslie, has set his sights on raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign by taking on the London Marathon in April 2014. The 39 year old from Laurencekirk, who is Controller at First Shared Services the financial processing centre for FirstGroup, is aiming to raise at least £1,750… Read the full press release
Jersey, 2014-2-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The general manager of the Hotel Cristina, Steve Hayes, has recently completed the Spine Race, a 268-mile, non-stop, 7-day winter marathon across the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales in England. The event, which took place between the 11th and 18th of January, is regarded as one of the toughest physical endurance challenges… Read the full press release