Category Archives: Sports

Airports Company South Africa congratulated Lucas Sithole in his historic win at the US Open grand slam

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Johannesburg, 2013-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa would like to congratulate Lucas Sithole in his historic win at the US Open grand slam on Sunday, 8 September 2013.   Airports Company South Africa has for the past nine years identified Wheelchair Tennis South Africa as its flagship Corporate Social Investment project with positive and enigmatic… Read the full news article

Federation International de Ski (FIS) said New Zealand hosted “the best World Cup event” on the international circuit

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2013-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 2013 Audi quattro Winter Games may be over but praise for the event – the biggest snow sports event of its kind ever held in New Zealand – keeps coming. The picturesque snow-seekers’ paradise of Queenstown – New Zealand’s No.1 tourist destination – and the nearby Wanaka region were home for… Read the full news article

UK transport operator FirstGroup to sponsor four of the north east’s most promising young golfers

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2013-09-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — FirstGroup, the leading transport operator in the UK and North America, today confirmed that it has strengthened its relationship with former Open Champion and Ryder Cup veteran, Paul Lawrie, by sponsoring four of the north east’s most promising young professionals, all of whom have emerged from Paul Lawrie’s Junior Golf Foundation. Aberdeen… Read the full news article

Around 7,000 Lufthansa employees and several thousand external personnel are active in Lufthansa sports clubs (LSV)

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2013-09-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — In addition to its promotion of top-class sport, the Lufthansa Group also supports athletes within its own ranks. As an active contribution to protection of health, the Group has long supported its employees with a diverse offer of sports – providing an ideal balance to the various requirements which career and family… Read the full news article

San Antonio gears up for FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX Fans, November 15 – 17 2013

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2013-09-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The second annual FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX comes to Texas November 15 – 17 at the Circuit of The Americas™ complex, located 83 miles from San Antonio – the seventh-largest city in the United States. In its first year, the Grand Prix drew a remarkable crowd of 265,000 fans from… Read the full news article

O’Hare International Airport welcomes thousands of runners for 5K/10K “Run on the Runway” on Sunday, September 29, 2013

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CHICAGO, 2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — The O’Hare 5K/10K “Run on the Runway” and community day is just one month away! Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to run on O’Hare’s newest runway, Runway 10C/28C, before it opens to air traffic. On Sunday, September 29, O’Hare International Airport will welcome thousands of runners and walkers to race on its newest… Read the full news article

New routes for this year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon

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Runners can tour the Alamo City by foot or bike with live music as their guide. 2013-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon, held on November 17, will feature new routes that highlight San Antonio’s unique culture and history combined with its hip and rejuvenated neighborhoods. All of… Read the full news article

Guidebook to new cross-Channel cycle route for cyclists riding the Petit Tour de Manche released

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2013-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cyclists riding the Petit Tour de Manche this autumn should make space in their panniers for a copy of a new guidebook to the route published on September 10, 2013. The book, entitled Petit Tour de Manche: Weymouth 2 Weymouth via Poole, Cherbourg and Saint-Malo, has been written by cycling journalist Mark… Read the full news article

Milford Track in New Zealand’s famed Fiordland wilderness region celebrates 125th anniversary

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2013-08-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to New Zealand’s famed Fiordland wilderness region will have the chance to experience the majestic beauty of the Great Walks Milford Track as never before when one of the world’s best known multi-day hikes celebrates a special anniversary. To mark the 125th anniversary of the opening of Milford Track, a unique… Read the full news article

VisitBritain announced it extended its five year partnership with the Barclays Premier League to 2016

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Biggest football campaign launched in tourist board’s history 2013-08-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitBritain has today extended its five year partnership with the Barclays Premier League to 2016. The new deal will target millions of football fans around the world who follow English football, and aim to increase the 900,000 football mad visitors who already visit each year, spending… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver prepares for the special mass-participation cycling event RBC GranFondo Whistler

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2013-08-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The team at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver and YEW seafood + bar is gearing up to help participating guests have a great Gran Fondo experience. A special mass-participation cycling event, RBC GranFondo Whistler is designed for cyclists of varying abilities. On Saturday, September 7, 2013, more than 7000 cyclists will brave the 122 kilometre (76 mile) climb from… Read the full news article

31st running of Jersey Paperclix Rally 11-12 October 2013

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2013-08-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — During October  when the Island slips gently from summer to golden autumn, it is time to welcome members of the rally fraternity, for 31st running of the Paperclix Jersey Rally. Thanks to the tolerance and understanding of islanders this is one of the few rallies left in the UK that is still… Read the full news article

Northern Norway to host the Arctic Race of Norway – the most northern bike race in the world

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Norway’s coastline makes a spectacular backdrop for the Arctic Race of Norway, the most northern bike race in the world. Oslo, 2013-08-09— /travelprnews.com/ — From August 8th to August 11th 2013, the magnificent landscapes of Northern Norway will host the first edition of an out-of-the- ordinary four stage race: the Arctic Race of Norway. On Thursday 8th of August… Read the full news article

LUX* Maldives takes conventional water sports to the next level with the country’s latest extreme sport addition the FLYBOARD

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2013-08-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether on a family holiday or on honeymoon, water sports have always been a must-do for all the visitors to the Maldives. Kayaking, pedal boats or snorkelling still remain a popular option for the ones wanting to explore the turquoise lagoon and vibrant reefs around the island as well as the more… Read the full news article

Ryanair announced special flight deals for the opening weekend of the 2013-14 Heineken Cup

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IRISH TO INVADE EUROPE ONCE MORE – ON THE LOWEST FARES! 2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (30 July) launched flights for the opening weekend of the 2013-14 Heineken Cup, which kicks off on 11th October, and urged Irish rugby fans to book early and beat the scrum. Ryanair… Read the full news article

Popular Thai beach resorts Hua Hin and Cha-am to host Golf Festival August – September 2013

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Hua Hin/Cha-am, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Golfers from Thailand and all around the world are being invited to participate in a golf festival to be held all through August and September 2013 in the popular Thai beach resorts of Hua Hin and Cha-am. All participating golfers will be eligible for a lucky draw that will see… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong gets Town Planning Board approval for the ‘Interim Golf Course (9-hole) with Ancillary Clubhouse Facilities’

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HONG KONG, 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — As an interim arrangement amid the undergoing study by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) on the future development of the North Commercial District, the AA earlier made an application for renewal of planning approval for the “Interim Golf Course (9-hole) with Ancillary Clubhouse Facilities” on a temporary basis. The Town… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Boston Run of Hope fundraiser to take place on September 8, 2013

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2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The annual Four Seasons Hotel Boston Run of Hope will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2013 along the Charles River Esplanade. All proceeds will benefit pediatric cancer care and research at the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children and the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center (MGH). The event will include one-of-a-kind top fundraiser and… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland invites to Edinburgh’s magnificent Holyrood Park this Sunday 21st July 2013 for ancient royal sports

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2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Come along to Edinburgh’s magnificent Holyrood Park on Sunday 21st July 2013 and step back in time to take part in a fantastic, fun-filled day of ancient royal sports and outdoor pursuits. The event is free and takes place from 12 noon until 4:00 pm. Matt McCabe, Interpretation Ranger at Historic Scotland… Read the full news article

Agoda.com gears up Singapore’s event of the year – the world-famous Singapore Grand Prix

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2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is gearing up for one of Singapore’s most exciting, loudest and certainly fastest event of the year – the world-famous Singapore Grand Prix. On September 20, 21 and 22 this year, Singapore’s streets will close down to allow some… Read the full news article

Silversea Cruises offers optional pre-cruise “2014 Australian Open” land package for tennis enthusiasts

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2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is offering an optional pre-cruise “2014 Australian Open” land package for tennis enthusiasts sailing on Silver Shadow’s 19 January 2014 voyage. The first of four major international tennis events held annually (the others being the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open), the Australian Open attracts the best tennis players from… Read the full news article

Special Four-Course Pairing Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Denver’s EDGE Restaurant with LPGA Star Cristie Kerr

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2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is partnering with Double Cross Vodka to present an intimate dinner event featuring professional golfer Cristie Kerr, who plays on the US Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tour.  Kerr is a 16-time LPGA Tour winner and former LPGA World #1 ranked champion. When not on the greens, Kerr… Read the full news article

Russia’s leading airline Aeroflot becomes ‘Official Carrier of Manchester United Football Club’

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Moscow, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aeroflot, Russia’s leading airline, has today been unveiled as the ‘Official Carrier of Manchester United Football Club’. The announcement was made at an exclusive launch at Old Trafford attended by Vitaly Saveliev, CEO of Aeroflot, Richard Arnold, Group Managing Director of Manchester United, David Moyes, Manchester United Manager, and members of the Manchester United squad. Manchester United selected JSC «Aeroflot-Russian… Read the full news article

Kenyan national carrier, Kenya Airways, applauds Rugby Sevens team for its performance in Rugby World Cup in Moscow, Russia

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Nairobi, 2013-07-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — National carrier, Kenya Airways, has lauded the Rugby Sevens national team for its sterling performance in the just concluded Rugby World Cup in Moscow, Russia. The Kenyan team emerged fourth during the tightly contested tournament that was won by the New Zealand team. The team, which is officially sponsored by Kenya… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways to sponsor FC Barcelona Asia Tour 2013

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Tour Takes Football Stars To Fans In Bangkok And Kuala Lumpur For Friendly Matches Airline To Offer Barça Fans A Chance Win Match Tickets And Meet The Players Doha, QATAR, 2013-07-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Let the games begin! Qatar Airways has been named the official title sponsor of the FC Barcelona Asia Tour 2013 to be held… Read the full news article

Ryanair gears up for the new Premier League season with cheaper than your jersey ultra-low fare flights

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CATCH THE ACTION – FOR LESS THAN THE COST OF YOUR JERSEY! 2013-06-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (24 June) urged football fans to gear up for the new Premier League season and book their seats on Ryanair’s ultra-low fare flights – which are cheaper than a new football jersey…. Read the full news article

Bristol Airport: New flight takes off in time for first stage of Tour de France in Corsica

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Tour link helps get Bristol-Bastia service off to a flying start 2013-06-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new flight from Bristol to Bastia commenced yesterday (Sunday 23 June), offering holidaymakers in the South West and Wales the chance to visit the Mediterranean island of Corsica – which hosts the ‘Grand Départ’ of the Tour de France next… Read the full news article

Lufthansa sponsor of European Wheelchair Basketball Championship 2013

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2013-06-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fairness, team spirit, performance and success: The Lufthansa Group and sport share the same values. Because in business competition it is scarcely any different to sporting competition. What counts are strength and condition, technology and speed. Lufthansa too goes to the start with the aim of getting just that little bit better…. Read the full news article

British Airways sees more bookings to golf destination after its sponsored athlete Justin Rose won the US Open

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2013-06-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has seen a boost in bookings to golf destination over the past few days, attributing it to the success of its sponsored athlete Justin Rose winning the US Open – the first Englishman to do so in 43 years. Described as the ‘Rose Afterglow’, the airline has seen an increase… Read the full news article

Agoda.com offers great deals on Southern Australian hotels for adventure-seeking scuba divers

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2013-06-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), is offering great deals on hotels in southern Australia that will suit scuba divers who are seeking a bit of adventure. Both the city of Adelaide and the town of Port Lincoln in southern Australia are known for… Read the full news article