2013-08-13— /travelprnews.com/ — Awesome! There’s no better word to describe the aurora borealis and there are no bigger fans of this marvel of Canada’s North than Japanese travellers. To capitalize on the deep devotion of this army of cold-weather adventurers, the Japan office of the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has launched a new campaign highlighting Canada’s status as the world’s top destination… Read the full news article
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Residence Inn by Marriott hosted the first-ever Kids Roundtable on Travel to uncover what children truly want from a hotel
Residence Inn Hosts First-Ever Kids Roundtable on Travel Bethesda, M.D., 2013-08-12— /travelprnews.com/ — Residence Inn by Marriott reinforces its commitment to family travel enrichment by turning the spotlight on kids – the young generation of travelers who have strong opinions about their families’ vacation decisions. To uncover what children truly want from a hotel, and glean insights… Read the full news article
Tourism Australia rolls out new Chinese consumer website Australia.cn
2013-08-12— /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia today launched a new Chinese consumer website Australia.cn, the first consumer website the National Tourism Agency has developed exclusively for an overseas market. The website has been designed to cater for the way Chinese consumers view the internet, with content specifically tailored to highlight Chinese consumers’ most preferred Australian travel experiences,… Read the full news article
Airports Council International reports 3.2% year-to-date growth of passengers passing through the world’s airports
Montréal, 2013-08-12— /travelprnews.com/ — Passenger traffic continued along its growth path for the month of June. In the first half of 2013, the number of passengers passing through the world’s airports has increased by +3.2% year-to-date. Although passenger traffic has remained in positive territory over the twelve month period, growth has slowed to 2.9% on an… Read the full news article
Tourism Australia announced over 330,000 applied for its global competition ‘Best Jobs in the World’ as the successful candidates arrive in Australia
2013-08-12— /travelprnews.com/ — After a hard fought global contest involving more than 330,000 hopefuls from 196 countries, the first of the successful candidates in Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ begin arriving in Australia this week to take up their dream roles. First to arrive is French online marketer, Elisa Detrez, who begins her job… Read the full news article
New high-definition aerial footage video features Nebraska’s diverse landscapes, monuments, people and attractions
LINCOLN, Neb., 2013-08-08— /travelprnews.com/ — Spectacular high-definition aerial footage of Nebraska’s diverse landscapes, monuments, people and attractions have been captured on video and are available for viewing at www.visitnebraska.com and on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD_iSqmypfg&list=PLXD21_OtYuStsHbyAA2oEacQUhGKr4HPM&index=7 The footage was shot by Skyworks using a low-flying helicopter July 3-10. NET, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the Nebraska Tourism Commission and… Read the full news article
Tourism Authority of Thailand rolled out promotional Amazing Thailand Siamese cat paper bags to promote its “Thainess” concept
Bangkok, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is launching a new line of promotional Amazing Thailand paper bags to promote its “Thainess” concept by featuring the traditional Siamese cat on both sides. The cat is of the Wichian Mat breed and will be on both large and small bags to be distributed to… Read the full news article
Iberia recibe más de 17.000 ofertas de sus clientes para su primer “Vuelo Social” a Nueva York
La campaña se ha desarrollado en www.iberia.com, desde el 30 de julio a las 20:00 horas y durante 24 horas. En los próximos días, desde Serviberia se adjudicarán los billetes a quienes hayan ofrecido los mejores precios, con un máximo de 600 euros, ida y vuelta. Madrid, 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — La campaña de Iberia para comercializar su… Read the full news article
Liverpool John Lennon Airport to launch new magazine Voyage for those travelling to and from Liverpool
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Today Liverpool John Lennon Airport proudly announces a new, exciting, innovative magazine in conjunction with Seven Streets; Voyage. Which will be launching this autumn. To discuss what this magazine has to offer the people of the city and those travelling to and from Liverpool; our marketing co-ordinator, Chris Scott, sat down with David… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways to sponsor FC Barcelona Asia Tour to Bangkok, Thailand, Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia
DOHA, Qatar, 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways recently kicked off its sponsorship of the FC Barcelona Asia Tour by launching a contest for Facebook® fans to celebrate the airline’s support for the team’s visit to Bangkok, Thailand and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Facebook contest, which began 1st July and ran through 31st July, gained the airline… Read the full news article
Vote to make Tortas Frontera at O’Hare International Airport winner of the USA Today Best Airport Food in the U.S. award
CHICAGO, 2013-08-02— /travelprnews.com/ — Vote today!! Tell your friends!! Let’s make Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless at O’Hare International Airport the winner of the USA Today Best Airport Food in the U.S. award!! Click here and vote EVERY DAY, until noon on Monday, August 5. Tortas Frontera at O’Hare has moved up to number 3 in the vote… Read the full news article
Air Transport World magazine honored airberlin with ‘Silver Eco-Airline of the Year’ award
2013-08-02— /travelprnews.com/ — The US American trade magazine, Air Transport World, has named airberlin “Silver Eco-Airline of the Year”. The jury highlighted airberlin’s extensive fuel efficiency programme in particular. In 2012, Germany’s second largest airline set a new record with its average fuel consumption of 3.4 litres per 100 passenger kilometres flown. The official award ceremony… Read the full news article
Thomas Cook UK & Ireland released its latest range of 2014 Summer holidays brochures with 16 new additions available online
Refreshed brochure design and introduction of four new titles Five new SENTIDO hotels and Five new Aquamania properties New and exclusive premium holiday concepts from Thomas Cook in Sunwing and Sunprime New budget range from Airtours with the introduction of smartline Early booking offer with Kids for a Quid 2013-08-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thomas Cook UK &… Read the full news article
Multi award winning company Lets Go Maldives announced their new site at letsgomaldives.com
2013-08-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Let’s go Maldives (LGM) started business as a travel company in May 2005. Its business has grown over these years and LGM is now one of the best tour companies in the Maldives. Multi award winning company Lets Go Maldives is very thrilled to announce the launching of their fascinating new website www.letsgomaldives.com as… Read the full news article
New research by One Poll for Thomas Cook reveals that 50% of kids decide where to go on the family holiday
While 50% of parents state quality time together to be most important aspect of a family holiday, surprisingly 89% of children prefer to spend most of their time with their family – with 25% wanting to spend all of their time with Mum and Dad! Despite the rise of ‘travel friendly technologies’, kids still prefer… Read the full news article
J.D. Power recognized Hyatt Place as highest in guest satisfaction among upscale hotel chains
CHICAGO, 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporations (NYSE:H) announced that Hyatt Place has been recognized by J.D. Power as highest in guest satisfaction among upscale hotel chains. The award comes as a result of guest ratings in the recently released J. D. Power 2013 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index StudySM. Hyatt Place scored highest in several evaluation… Read the full news article
The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel Jersey awarded Green Tourism Gold by the Green Tourism Business Scheme
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel have been awarded Green Tourism Gold for the second consecutive year, accredited by the Green Tourism Business Scheme. The Hotel received this prestigious award in recognition of their commitment to local sustainability, rendering them the only Hotel on the island to achieve the highest level. In order… Read the full news article
The Pacific Asia Travel Association announced 2013 PATA Gold Awards winners
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 PATA Gold Awards. Proudly supported and sponsored by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), for the last 18 years, this year’s awards recognise the achievements of 22 separate organisations and individuals. PATA will present 26 Grand and… Read the full news article
Canadian tourism businesses use the power of social media to gain greater foothold in competitive landscape
User-generated content showcases Alberta, while Calgary Zoo uses Instagram to bring out the wild in its Annual Report. 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Every picture tells more than just one story; that’s part of the power of social media, especially after a great trip to a new spot, city or country. Canadian tourism businesses are using that… Read the full news article
The U.S. Travel Association applauded U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Bill Requiring Visa Videoconferencing Pilot Program
Legislation Will Increase International Travel While Maintaining Stringent Security Requirements Washington, D.C., 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operation and Related Programs for approving a fiscal year 2014 spending measure that will make it easier for international travelers to apply for a visa to… Read the full news article
U.S. Travel Association commissioned study says traveling for meetings and conferences is vital to making government more efficient and effective
Cancelling Participation in Meetings and Conferences Can Cost U.S. Taxpayers More in the Long Run Washington, D.C., 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Traveling for meetings and conferences is vital to making government more efficient and effective, according to a new study conducted by Rockport Analytics for the U.S. Travel Association. In contrast, cancelling government participation in key events carries significant… Read the full news article
Once again the highest rank for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company in J.D. Power and Associates 2013 North America Guest Satisfaction Index Study
Chevy Chase, Md., 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has once again ranked highest in the luxury brand segment, for an impressive fourth year in a row by J.D. Power and Associates in their 2013 North America Guest Satisfaction Index Study. “We could not be prouder of our ladies and gentlemen all over the world… Read the full news article
Marriott Hotels and Emmy-nominated ‘What’s Trending’ co-founder Shira Lazar celebrate evening of innovation as part of Marriott’s “Travel Brilliantly” campaign
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The host and co-founder of the Emmy-nominated “What’s Trending,” Shira Lazar joined with Marriott Hotels for an evening of innovation as part of the brand’s “Travel Brilliantly” campaign. Guests at last night’s interactive cocktail party at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis got to design their own guest room layouts on an interactive… Read the full news article
The “Oscars of the travel industry” the World Travel Awards to host this year’s gala ceremony at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa
2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — World Travel Awards, known as “the Oscars of the travel industry,” heads for the idyllic Caribbean, where its gala ceremony will recognize the very best in travel, tourism and hospitality from two regions on September 14, 2013. WTA’s Caribbean and North American event will be held at the glamorous Sandals Grande Antigua… Read the full news article
Tourism Authority of Thailand’s online “Voluntourism” campaign “The Little Big Project” received overwhelming response from around the world
Bangkok, 2013-07-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Since May of this year, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)’s online “Voluntourism” campaign called “The Little Big Project” has witnessed an overwhelming response of 4,695 applicants from around the world. Ten finalists were chosen from the global searching order to compete and raise $5,000 USD for their volunteering project during… Read the full news article
The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant Chef Mark Jordan to appear BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen Saturday 27th July 2013
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Executive Head Chef of The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant, Mark Jordan, returns to BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen for the fifth time this month, on Saturday 27th July. Mark will join host Chef James Martin, Martin Morales of Ceviche Restaurant and a specially invited celebrity guest live on air from 10am, when he… Read the full news article
LAX launched social media contest for unusual and creative ideas for the $1.5-billion New Tom Bradley International Terminal grand opening ceremony
Winning Idea To Be Used as Official Ribbon-Cutting for the New Terminal Los Angeles, California, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is launching a social media contest for the public to submit unusual and creative ideas for a grand opening ceremony of the Antonio R. Villaraigosa Pavilion and south concourse boarding gates of Phase… Read the full news article
High profile international fashion judges announced the 2013 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize finalists
London, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following shortlisting judging sessions in London, Paris, Geneva, Milan and Los Angeles by a high profile panel of international judges from the world of fashion, the fourdesigners shortlisted for the 2013 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize are: Barbara Casasola www.barbaracasasola.com Fyodor Golan www.fyodorgolan.com Emilia Wickstead www.emiliawickstead.com Huishan Zhang www.huishanzhang.com The shortlisted finalists… Read the full news article
Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department’s marketing director Todd Stallbaumer won 2013 Spirit of TAP Award
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel Alliance Partners (TAP) proudly announces that Todd Stallbaumer, Consumer and Trade Marketing Director for the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department is the recipient of the 2013 Spirit of TAP Award. Stallbaumer was nominated by many TAP Partners for his outstanding role in the industry and as an individual who… Read the full news article
Aon Hewitt named The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company ‘Best Employer’in Asia Pacific
Regional Accolades and Individual Awards Underline Benchmark Service Standards HONG KONG, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has received accolades as “Best Employer” throughout Asia from Aon Hewitt, the global talent, retirement and health solutions business of Aon plc following its 2013 Best Employers Study results. The results underlined the luxury hotelier’s commitment… Read the full news article