BELFAST, 2014-04-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The results of the Aer Lingus Art for School’s Competition 2014 are finally in! The winning school is Mossley Primary School and the winning design was submitted by primary six pupil, Lewis Jackson. Now in its seventh year, the Aer Lingus Schools’ Art Competition was run in association with… Read the full news article
Chicago, IL, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Nearly 1,400 international and domestic travel buyers, the highest since 2001, attended the U.S. Travel Association’s 46th annual IPW, the travel industry’s premier international marketplace. This week more than 6,200 travel suppliers and buyers from over 70 countries, including 500 international and domestic media, convened in Chicago at… Read the full news article
Bethesda, Md., 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc., (NASDAQ: MAR) is encouraging travelers and shareholders to “Find their World” through the company’s interactive 2013 Annual Report. Designed with modern social media platforms as inspiration, the interactive report uses captivating images of some of Marriott’s hotels in more than 70 countries across the globe to… Read the full news article
Company Has Experienced Double-Digit Growth in European Rentals by Americans Traveling Abroad ST. LOUIS, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car is launching a promotional campaign to encourage North Americans to rent from Enterprise when they travel to Europe. Enterprise has already seen double- digit growth of European rentals over the past year alone, and… Read the full news article
Singapore, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is offering a selection of great Spring hotels in three of the nicest and most picturesque destinations in France – Lyon, Nice, and Cannes. As March becomes April, most of the population of France is… Read the full news article
Dublin, Ireland, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Since launching its ground-breaking Travelport Merchandising Platform exactly one year ago to the day at the CAPA Airline Summit in Dublin, Travelport has today outlined the significant progress it has made since launch. The Travelport Merchandising Platform was developed to allow airlines to distribute and differentiate all of their… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its mission to do ‘More for a Sustainable Future’ and helped by the ‘Pur Projet’ organization, Mandarin Oriental, Paris is now offering guests the chance to help plant an agroforestry farm in the Paris Region. Guests who book their stay via Mandarin Oriental’s website, can subscribe to the… Read the full news article
Kigali, Rwanda, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Kigali Serena Hotel has been recognized by the Rwanda government for its efforts towards environment conservation. The hotel was awarded “Best in Environmental Protection Award”, competing against 14 entrants in various categories that included social community support, environmental protection and conservation, poverty alleviation, workforce and welfare development. The… Read the full news article
Destination-Immersive Voyages Complemented with Compelling Food for Thought MIAMI, 2014-04-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Azamara Club Cruises, the cruise line known for providing guests with destination-immersive experiences throughout the world, is enhancing its onboard experience through a new partnership with Compass Speakers and Entertainment Inc. The collaboration marries Azamara’s range of culture-rich voyages with a… Read the full news article
Montréal, 2014-04-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it will showcase three of its class-defining business aircraft at this year’s Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) show at Shanghai’s Hongqiao airport in China from April 15-17, 2014. Bombardier’s Challenger 300, Challenger 605 and Global 6000 aircraft will be on display. “ABACE is… Read the full news article
Film for IMAX® Theatres to celebrate National Parks’ Centennial Anniversary Chicago, 2014-04-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Brand USA, the nation’s destination marketing organization, in partnership with MacGillivray Freeman Films, is producing a film for IMAX and other giant screen theatres that celebrates the USA as a top travel destination. With a planned release in mid-2015 to… Read the full news article
Chicago, 2014-04-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The National Geographic Travel group and Brand USA, the nation’s destination marketing organization, announced a digital campaign developed to showcase iconic road trips across America to the international travelers. Through the campaign, Andrew Evans, National Geographic Travel’s Digital Nomad, will be embarking on five awe-inspiring road trips that showcase the… Read the full news article
Shannon, Ireland, 2014-04-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport’s route promotion endeavours have won international recognition again as it claimed the ‘Highly Commended’ award for Airports under 4m passengers at the Routes Europe Airport Marketing Awards in Marseille. The only Irish airport shortlisted for what are the most prestigious awards in the aviation industry in Europe,… Read the full news article
DUBAI, U.A.E, 2014-04-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group is gearing up to meet thousands of Emirati job seekers at Careers UAE 2014, Dubai’s leading recruitment exhibition. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashed Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai, the three-day fair will… Read the full news article
CHICAGO, 2014-04-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Are you interested in operating a restaurant or shop at O’Hare or Midway International Airports, but don’t know where to begin? Here’s your chance to get informed! O’Hare Concourse C The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will present a free “How to Open a Concession at O’Hare or Midway Airport” workshop… Read the full news article
Vancouver, 2014-04-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Picture-perfect selfies meet stunning scenic shots: Jillian Harris, co-host of HGTV’s Love it or List it Vancouver, is the first in a series of local ambassadors who will “take over” Tourism Vancouver’s official Instagram feed, Inside_Vancouver. A trained interior designer with irresistible charisma and style, Jillian quickly captured hearts on ABC’s The… Read the full news article
London, UK, 2014-04-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Partner – leading provider of aviation charter services around the world, has teamed up with RM Auctions during the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique weekend to host an exclusive VIP preview of the iconic 1974 Formula 1 winning Hesketh 308 before it goes under the hammer on 10th… Read the full news article
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 news article
Maldives, 2014-04-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives wins the award for the Best Honeymoon Destination (World) by Reader’s Choice of the Travel + Leisure India & South Asia Magazine’s India’s Best Awards 2013. The award was received by the Maldives High Commissioner to India, Mr. Abdulla Naseer at a ceremony held on 31st March 2014, at… Read the full news article
CHICAGO, 2014-04-7 — /Travel PR News/ — This year, the Preferred Family collection from Preferred Hotel Groupencourages families to swap classroom curriculums for travel itineraries and pursue priceless educational experiences around the globe. Whether looking to test their hand at a new sport, learn a second language, or embrace the pastimes of a distinct culture, travelers of all ages… Read the full news article
Sydney, Australia, 2014-04-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Frequent Flyers now have even more reasons to enjoy ‘happy banking’ at Bankwest following the launch of Australia’s first and only everyday transaction account that allows members to earn Qantas Points. The Bankwest Qantas Transaction Account is the result of an agreement between Qantas and Bankwest which gives… Read the full news article
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 news article
Medicine Hat, Alberta, 2014-04-3 — /Travel PR News/ — An exhibition of artwork by some of Alberta’s most respected abstract painters is being exhibited in Medalta’s Yuill Family Gallery now until May 31, 2014. The exhibition – titled Wild Rose Abstract – is an exhibition that will celebrate five current abstract painters who all reside in Alberta. Artists in this exhibition range from… Read the full news article
Macau, 2014-04-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) launches “Quality Tourism Services Accreditation Scheme” (QTSAS) not only to establish the standard of service quality for the tourism industry, encourage and support the trade to improve their service but also to recognize merchants for their outstanding service in the tourism industry. With the scheme,… Read the full news article
Alexandria, VA, 2014-04-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry—is pleased to announce that Michael W. McCormick, GBTA executive director and COO, has been named a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board. As a new member, he joins the Board which serves as… Read the full news article
Emirates extends its commitment in Europe DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-04-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced it will open its second customer contact centre in Europe with a 300 seat facility in Budapest this year. Supporting hundreds of local jobs, the contact centre represents a multi-million dollar investment by the airline in Hungary. Europe is… Read the full news article
New executive team member winner of prestigious Four Seasons President’s Club Award for top sales performance three straight years, 2011-2013 Costa Rica, 2014-04-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Kristen Thompson recently joined the executive team at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica as the new Director of Marketing. Most recently, she was Director of Sales for Four Seasons Hotel Denver and Four Seasons Resort Vail. … Read the full news article
Governor Terry McAuliffe announced the reappointment of Rita D. McClenny as the president and CEO of Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) on March 21, 2014. RICHMOND, 2014-04-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Governor Terry McAuliffe announced the reappointment of Rita D. McClenny as the president and CEO of Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) on March 21, 2014. As the… Read the full news article
Online Resource Highlights Career Opportunities, Employee Profiles ST. LOUIS, 2014-03-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings’ careers and recruitment website has been updated to feature information about the company’s military heritage and ongoing military support. The website includes employment opportunities for transitioning military personnel, veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserve and military families. Last year alone, nearly… Read the full news article
Washington, DC, 2014-03-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, officially opened its Brazil office. The office launch event held today in São Paulo was attended by U.S. Ambassador Liliana Ayalde Brand USA’s Senior Vice President for Global Partnerships Alfredo Gonzalez, and Brand USA’s in-market representatives. Press and travel… Read the full news article