Japanese, Koreans, Americans and Mexicans take fewest vacation days; French, Spanish, German and Brazilian workers take most BELLEVUE, Wash., 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expedia.com®, the world’s leading online travel agency, today released the results of the 2012 Vacation Deprivation® study, an annual analysis of vacation habits across multiple countries and continents. The 2012 study was conducted online by Harris… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Marketing
Time To Reflect At Mandarin Oriental
HONG KONG, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spas at Mandarin Oriental are offering a nurturing and relaxing body treatment for the New Year that comes with an added bonus. The 80 minute Time to Reflect treatment is one of Mandarin Oriental’s Signature Therapies and consists of a relaxing, hands-on body massage that combines the powerful effects of oriental… Read the full press release
WILDERNESS SAFARIS LAUNCHES NEW LOOK WEBSITE
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ —The new site takes advantage of our superb imagery from some of Africa’s premier wildlife and wilderness areas portraying the incredible range of wildlife diversity of our areas and extended choice of safari activities. The effect has been to bring this all together to create a more experiential feel for the user…. Read the full press release
EUROCONTROL, Efficiency efforts by airports yielding significant results for airlines and passengers
Amsterdam, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the entire aviation sector is facing patchy air traffic growth in the short term, significant financing challenges and a growing focus on emissions, the themes of efficiency and performance have become key for Europe’s airports.In 2008, European airport trade body ACI EUROPE and EUROCONTROL the European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation, launched a… Read the full press release
Budapest Airport scoops CAPA Airport Marketing Award
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hard on the heels of its success at Routes Europe, Budapest Airport has once more been acclaimed for its marketing prowess with the accolade of the 2012 Airport Marketing Award for Excellence (for airports handling between 5-15 million passengers) from CAPA – Centre for Aviation. CAPA, a leadingglobal provider of independent aviation… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines and Rose Festival Sign New Three Year Deal
PORTLAND, Ore.- 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines has signed a new three-year sponsorship agreement with the Portland Rose Festival as its “Official Airline” and exclusive presenting sponsor of the Grand Floral Parade Telecast. The sponsorship highlights the airline’s commitment to the greater Portland community and their expanded air service from Portland International Airport. Alaska’s sponsorship… Read the full press release
SHENZHEN AIRLINES JOINS STAR ALLIANCE
Alliance Expands in China SHENZHEN, China – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shenzhen Airlines today became the latest carrier to join the Star Alliance network. At a ceremony held at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport, Mark Schwab, CEO Star Alliance, welcomed the airline into the family on behalf on the Alliance’s Chief Executive Board (CEB). “Shenzhen Airlines is… Read the full press release
Coolidge Open House Celebrates Traditions of the Season with Author Gesine Bullock-Prado
PLYMOUTH NOTCH, Vt. – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Coolidge Holiday Open House welcomes you to return to a simpler time on Sunday, Dec. 9. An annual tradition, museums and exhibits at the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site will be open free of charge, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A highlight on this day’s hearty… Read the full press release
What’s New in San Antonio Family Fun
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s an exciting time for family fun in colorful, cultural, hip and historic San Antonio. Visiting the Alamo and strolling along the River Walk provide fond vacation memories of San Antonio. But new memory-makers are being created all the time. Here are just a few of the city’s recent and upcoming projects…. Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Completes more than 800 Volunteer Events during Inaugural Global Week of Service
Team Members served more than 660 local organizations in 401 cities across 51 countries MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — During the week of November 11-18, Hilton Worldwide celebrated its first annual Global Week of Service and furthered the company’s Vision to “fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.” In just eight… Read the full press release
Announcing the Social Star of the Week Award at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Boston’s favourite Hotel is rewarding top Twitter fans with VIP Star Status Boston, U.S.A. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Introducing the Social Star of the Week Award at Four Seasons Hotel Boston. Each week, one lucky follower of Four Seasons Hotel Boston on Twitter (@FSBoston) will have the chance to be honoured with this VIP distinction – along with VIP privileges to boot…. Read the full press release
Wyndham Worldwide Ranked Number One in Hotels and Restaurants in Newsweek Magazine’s Annual Greenest Companies Survey
Parsippany, N.J. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the second consecutive year, Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, is ranked number one among hotels and restaurants by Newsweek magazine in their annual Greenest Companies survey. The rankings evaluate the environmental performance of the largest publicly traded companies in the U.S. and… Read the full press release
CTC waxes new winter campaign in China
Skiing, snowboarding, carnivals and urban shopping are just part of Canada’s dazzling panoply of experiences 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swoosh, swoosh! The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has pulled on its boots, tightened the bindings and let rip its latest winter campaign in China. Winter activities are an increasingly attractive option for Chinese travellers. The new campaign… Read the full press release
RCI® Joins Forces With Green Key Global for Second Annual RCI Green Awards
Parsippany, N.J. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The industry-first sustainability award will now include a streamlined third-party assessment through RCI Green Key Global alliance RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange, today announced the opening of the application period for the second annual RCI Green Awards, which recognize affiliated resorts for their environmentally-friendly business practices. This year,… Read the full press release
Application deadline approaching for 2013 Nebraska Passport program
LINCOLN, NEB., 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Applications for the 2013 Passport program are due by 5 p.m. Friday. Attractions, museums, water parks, galleries, bed and breakfasts, restaurants, wineries, parks and other tourism-related businesses are invited to apply. The Passport program encourages travelers to visit attractions across the state, collect stamps at participating stops and earn prizes…. Read the full press release
Swissport Algeria wins ground handling licence for Oran International Airport
Zurich, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services, welcomes the announcement by the Etablissement de Gestion des Services Aéroportuaires d’Oran (EGSA Oran) Tender Commission to award Swissport Algeria with a 5-year ground handling licence for Oran International Airport Ahmed Ben Bella. The award of the licence follows a comprehensive and… Read the full press release
Palm Springs Selected as Host City for 2013 Amgen Tour of California
Palm Springs, Calif. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The City of Palm Springs has been selected as one of the Host Cities for the 2013 Amgen Tour of California, May 12-19, 2013, one of the most anticipated cycling events of the year. The race, which stretches from California’s Escondido to Santa Rosa, will enter Greater Palm… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS WILL RING IN THE NEW YEAR AND CELEBRATE IN STYLE
Entertainment Capital of the World Hosts Biggest Bash in the West with America’s Party 2013 Complete with Rockin’ Countdown, Champagne and Fireworks LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Las Vegas is the most electrifying destination to ring in 2013 with spectacular and stunning experiences throughout the Strip corridor and beyond. As world travelers converge on Las… Read the full press release
Le Cinq by Chef Eric Briffard of Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris Wins 12th Prix Spécial Pierre-Christian Taittinger
Award distinguishes excellence in photography Paris, France – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eric Briffard – Le Cinq, a new book by the chef at Four Seasons Hotel George V, has won the 12th Prix Spécial Pierre-Christian Taittinger at a ceremony held at the Lutetia Hotel on November 21, 2012. Christian Taittinger, Mayor of the XVIe arrondissement of Paris and Philippe… Read the full press release
Not one, not two, but three awards for Jersey’s luxury hotels
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Luxury Jersey Hotels group is finishing the year on a high as its members celebrate three coveted industry and consumer awards, reinforcing Jersey’s position as a centre for excellence in hospitality. Grand Jersey’s Executive Head Chef Richard Allen was rewarded with a highly-acclaimed Hotel Catey ‘Chef of the Year’ award this… Read the full press release
Tourism Australia response to Qantas
Full story 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said the Tourism Australia Board is appointed and reports to the Federal Minister for Tourism. Mr McEvoy said Tourism Australia had a strong governance framework and the Tourism Australia Board will consider the matter of Qantas’ suspension of future activities later today. Mr McEvoy… Read the full press release
LE MEURICE ACCUEILLE LE “PRIX DES PRIX” LITTERAIRES POUR LA DEUXIEME ANNEE CONSECUTIVE
Le Meurice accueille la deuxième édition du “Prix des Prix” littéraires, initié par Pierre Leroy, ancien membre du Médicis, le 13 décembre prochain 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dernière étape de la saison des prix littéraires, c’est le 13 décembre au soir que le jury du “Prix des Prix”, réuni à l’Hôtel Le Meurice à Paris, choisira… Read the full press release
Hilton Cardiff’s Top Talent Cook Up A Storm
CARDIFF, Wales – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. 29-year-old Eva Zdanska, who joined Hilton Cardiff 12 months ago, took third place in Hilton Worldwide’s European Culinary Challenge 2012, which was hotly contested… Read the full press release
VISIT FLORIDA Selects Will Seccombe as New President & CEO
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – is proud to announce the selection of Will Seccombe as its new President and CEO. Seccombe, VISIT FLORIDA’s Chief Marketing Officer since 2008, has been serving as the Acting President and CEO since Chris Thompson’s departure to head… Read the full press release
Jersey, The 2012 Christmas Window Display Competition is launched
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the busy Christmas period, when the competition between retailers to attract the avid shopper is never more evident, there is nothing more important than the Christmas shop window. For the second year running, all St Helier retailers will be asked to dress to impress!! Window display competition From the 1st until… Read the full press release
agoda.com presents its Gold Circle Awards celebrating hotel excellence
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has announced the 2012 recipients of its prestigious Gold Circle Awards, recognizing hotels that lead by example in the competitive hospitality industry. Launched in 2009, the awards are given to agoda.com partners who are committed to accommodating the… Read the full press release
Travel Packages and Special Offers Put Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Reach for Visitors to Virginia
Hotel offers, Segway tours and the ‘Spielberger’ bring movie buffs to see where LINCOLN was filmed RICHMOND, Va. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s “LINCOLN,” filmed 100 percent in Virginia, is already a hit at the box office. New travel packages, tours and special menu items are sure to make Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail a… Read the full press release
Australia brings news of new products and developments to EIBTM
Key facts Tourism Australia and a delegation of leading Australian tourism operators are in Barcelona to attend EIBTM, the leading global event for meetings, incentives and business events. Australia continues to be a destination of choice for European business event planners. Key European markets are showing encouraging signs of growth despite the economic environment. Key… Read the full press release
Lodging Hospitality Covers Revinate
2012-11-28 – /travelprnews.com/ — Lodging Hospitality interviewed Revinate co-founder and CEO, Jay Ashton, and Sean Mullen, Noble House chief sales and marketing officer for a story about how social media and online reviews are changing the way staff bonuses are determined in the hospitality industry. With Revinate’s GS 2.0 reports, more and more management companies and brands are using Revinate… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines Signs Full Content Agreement with Travelport
Atlanta, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, and Alaska Airlines, ranked “Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Traditional Network Carriers” in the J.D. Power and Associates North America Airline Satisfaction StudySM for five consecutive years since 2008, today announce a new global full content agreement. The new multi-year deal will… Read the full press release