TORONTO, 2012-10-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A special block of tickets is now available for the sold-out Grey Cup game in Toronto. Although the game has been sold out for months, these new ticket-hotel packages are available through Tourism Toronto for visitors who want to catch the game and make it a weekend in Toronto. The 100th edition of… Read the full news article
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AER LINGUS IS ON THE LOOKOUT FOR GEORGE BEST LOOK-A-LIKES
2012-10-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate Aer Lingus’ move to George Best Belfast City Airport on 28th October 2012, the airline is launching a competition to find the ‘best’ George Best look-alike in Northern Ireland. Terms and Conditions PRIZES: 10 runners-up will receive a return flight to London courtesy of Aer Lingus and the overall winner will… Read the full news article
Howard Johnson Hotels Offer Harlem Globetrotters Tickets with Two Night Stay
PARSIPPANY, N.J. – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Happiness and fun are part of the package thanks to the latest promotion from iconic hotel brand Howard Johnson®, through which guests can receive two tickets to a Harlem Globetrotters show of their choice just by staying two consecutive nights at a participating hotel throughout the U.S. and Canada. The promotion,… Read the full news article
AIANTA selects AOT Staffer for Excellence in Customer Service Award
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dawn Melvin, the Arizona Office of Tourism’s (AOT) Tribal Tourism Relations Manager, has been recognized as the recipient of the Excellence in Customer Service award by the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA). AIANTA is a nonprofit association of American Indian tribes and tribal businesses organized in 1999 to advance Indian Country tourism…. Read the full news article
CONSULTATION LAUNCHED ON AMBITIOUS GROWTH PLAN FOR TOURISM
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitBritain has launched a consultation on a growth strategy for inbound tourism to Britain, with an ambition to reach 40 million visitors by 2020, a 3% year on year increase. The strategy shows how aligning marketing and Government policy can deliver an economic legacy, building on Britain’s successful hosting of the 2012… Read the full news article
“The Great Wall of Yao” on TransAsia Airways Flight
Ex-NBA star Yao Ming, with his team – the Shanghai Sharks, flies TransAsia Airways to Taipei for 2012 Straits Cup Singapore, 2012-10-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Yao Ming, ex-NBA star and the owner of China Basketball Association (CBA) team Shanghai Sharks, was on-board TransAsia Airways with his team and family flying from Shanghai to Taipei and reached Taoyuan International… Read the full news article
CARTIER INTERNATIONAL CHINA POLO CHALLENGE OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY 10TH OCTOBER 2012
2012-10-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ms Rebecca Zhang, PR and Publicity Director for Cartier China, was at Tang Polo Club Beijing yesterday to attend the launch event for the first Cartier International China Polo Challenge. Joining her at this elegant evening reception, held within the hotel at Tang Polo Club were the event’s host Mr Shilai Liu,… Read the full news article
Rock, Roll and Run Through Historic San Antonio During the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon
2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s time to rock, roll and run through historic San Antonio for the annual Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon benefiting Susan G. Komen, Sunday, November 11, 2012. Ideal fall temperatures and a flat, scenic course make this event perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities. Live bands… Read the full news article
FirstGroup Extends its Sponsorship of Ryder Cup Golfer, Paul lawrie
2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following Paul Lawrie’s heroics at the Ryder Cup, one of his sponsors, Aberdeen based FirstGroup, has confirmed it will continue its sponsorship of the former Open Champion throughout 2013. FirstGroup has been one of Paul’s valued sponsors since 2007 and its logo features on Paul’s right sleeve. First has also been a… Read the full news article
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Teams Up with US Club Soccer
CHARLESTON, S.C.- 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — US Club Soccer members score a win today with the announcement of the organization’s exciting new partnership with Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott. As the official hotel of US Club Soccer, Fairfield Inn & Suites will be the preferred brand for all of US Club Soccer’s national and regional… Read the full news article
Vermont Foliage Report: Find Peak Foliage in Several Regions Statewide
2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The first snowfall of the season beautifully complements the foliage change as it steadily moves throughout the Green Mountain State. Near-peak to full color change is seen from the Canadian border south to Route 302, and is emerging in the central valleys and higher elevations of southern Vermont. Best Bets: This week, Full… Read the full news article
San Antonio is Ready to Welcome Formula 1 Racing Enthusiasts
2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Formula 1 racing comes to Texas this November with the all new Circuit of The Americas™ complex, the only purpose-built facility in the United States. Located 83 miles from San Antonio’s culture-filled city center and right outside of neighboring Austin, the 2012 FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX is expected to draw… Read the full news article
Ryanair’s England World Cup Qualifier Specials
JOHN TERRY WON’T BE THERE – BUT YOU CAN BE FOLLOW “WOY’S BOYS” TO WARSAW FROM JUST £39 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (9 Oct) announced extra World Cup qualifier flights to Warsaw (Modlin) from London Stansted, to ensure that England fans can cheer on “Woy’s Boys” in their clash… Read the full news article
Korean Air Official Sponsor of ‘2014 Incheon Asian Games’
SEOUL, South Korea, 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Korean Air has become an official sponsor and ‘Prestige Partner’ of the 17th Asian Games, to be held in Incheon, South Korea in September 2014. The airline has become the first Korean partner to officially sponsor the Games, with the official signing taking place on 4 October at the… Read the full news article
Stay, and Stay Fit – Fairmont Makes Working Out as Easy as a Walk in the Park
Fairmont President’s Club Guests Can Exercise Their Privileges with New Reebok Workout Gear Toronto, 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — With a long track record of making it easy for guests to stay lean and mean while traveling, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is bolstering its popular Fairmont Fit program with new fitness gear, running shoes and other sports apparel from… Read the full news article
Hit the Swiss Slopes this Season with Eurostar
Eurostar launches new weekly ski service to the Swiss Alps Tickets on sale from Thursday 11 October 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — This winter, Eurostar is forging an exciting partnership with the international high-speed train service, “TGV Lyria” to launch a new weekly service between London and some of Switzerland’s most popular ski resorts. On sale… Read the full news article
Top South African artists to perform at the secondannual Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk
2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — The cream of South Africa’s entertainment industry will gather in Ekurhuleni this Saturday, 6 October 2012, to commemorate the second annual Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk, which takes place at the O.R. Tambo International Airport Sports Ground in Kempton Park. Themed ‘Walk to Educate’, the Liberation Walk traces the footsteps of… Read the full news article
III Torneo de golf solidario APMIB 2012
El torneo se celebrará el 25 de octubre en el Casino Club de Golf Retamares. Las inscripciones están abiertas hasta el jueves 18 de octubre y se realizan online en la propia página de la Asociación de Padres de Minusválidos de Iberia www.apmib.com. La APMIB es la 2ª asociación asistencial de España, en la que son… Read the full news article
Marriott Foundation Donates $250,000 to the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy
Dream Foundation’s marquee program will teach the game of baseball and provide after-school educational programs for children in Wards 7 and 8. 2012-10-4 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation is excited to announce that The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation has committed $250,000 in support of the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy…. Read the full news article
AER LINGUS ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL AIRLINE SPONSORSHIP OF ULSTER RUGBY FOR THE NEXT TWO YEARS
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — ULSTER Rugby’s flying start to the season has been given a turbo charged boost with the signing of a major new sponsorship deal with Aer Lingus. Details of the two-year support package were unveiled at a signing ceremony held at Ravenhill this afternoon. As part of the new relationship, the airline will provide… Read the full news article
Second Annual Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk Attracts Celebrity Entries
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taking place for the second time, the annual Oliver Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk has attracted interest amongst several media personalities, celebrities and public figures this year. Amongst those who will be participating in the Walk, which takes place on Saturday, 6 October 2012, are recording artist and TV presenter Stoan Seate, media personality Kass Naidoo, businesswoman Uyanda Mbuli, and TV presenter Liezel van… Read the full news article
Get Ready for O’Hare 5K on the Runway and Community Day
CHICAGO, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — On your mark…Get set…Go! to the “Run on the Runway” website now to register for the ORD 5K on the Runway and Community Day at O’Hare. On Saturday, October 20, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will host a 5K on the Runway and Community Day, presented by United Airlines, at O’Hare International Airport from 8… Read the full news article
Super 8 Hotel Brand Offers Race Fans Chance at $1,000
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In honor of its signature paint scheme appearing on the Richard Petty Motorsports #43 Ford at Dover International Speedway this Sunday, the Super 8® hotel brand is offering up to an additional $1,000 in prize money for the September winner of its Road Trip Challenge Sweepstakes. This month, the first prize winner of the… Read the full news article
RYANAIR’S TEAM EUROPE IRISH RYDER CUP SPECIALS
1,000 €16 Seats For Every Point Won For Europe By Ireland’s Graeme McDowell & Rory McIlroy 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (27 Sept) announced its 2012 ‘Ryder Cup Specials’, offering 1,000 €16 seats for every point won by Ireland’s Graeme McDowell and Rory McIlroy during this weekend’s Ryder Cup. 12 of… Read the full news article
RYANAIR’S TEAM EUROPE UK RYDER CUP SPECIALS
1,000 £12 Seats For Every Point Won For Europe By UK Golfers 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (27 Sept) announced its 2012 ‘Ryder Cup Specials’, offering 1,000 £12 seats for every point won by Luke Donald, Paul Lawrie, Ian Poulter, Justin Rose and Lee Westwood during this weekend’s Ryder Cup…. Read the full news article
Brand USA partners with Your Golf Travel
2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brand USA, the new tourism marketing body for the United States of America, has announced a Ryder Cup campaign in conjunction with Your Golf Travel, the largest golf tour operator in Europe. A bespoke 32-page Destination USA supplement dedicated solely to the promotion of the leading golf travel destinations in the United… Read the full news article
Marriott Deals of the Week
2012-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wild Weekend at the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago Lions and tigers and bears… oh my! Have a great family weekend getaway to the Brookfield Zoo while staying at the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge. Guests will receive: • Deluxe accommodations • Admission for four to the zoo • Parking (one vehicle)… Read the full news article
Hardman Triumphs at World’s Most Luxurious Surfing Event Hosted by Four Seasons Explorer as National Surf Champion Areef Wins the Domestic Event
Four Seasons Resorts Maldives take competition surfing five-star Maldives Explorer (Island Cruise), Republic of Maldives – 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australian surfing legend and two-time world champion Damien “Dooma” Hardman (Narrabeen, NSW, Australia) has won the second annual Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy – organized in conjunction with luxury surf pioneers Tropicsurf – after a sensational week of surfing… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Launches Kids’ Golf Academy
Inspiring golfing stars of the future, Four Seasons set to coach little pros at its world-class Indian Ocean golfing facilities. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Junior golf enthusiasts looking to take their game to the next level now have the perfect solution with the new Kids’ Golf Academy at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, offering expert coaching, video swing… Read the full news article
Register Now for the O’Hare 5K on the Runway
CHICAGO, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — On October 20, O’Hare International Airport’s northernmost runway will take a brief rest from handling aircraft and instead welcome thousands of runners and walkers to raise money for a very important cause. The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and United Airlines are partnering to host a 5K Run on the Runway at O’Hare to benefit the Wounded Warrior… Read the full news article