Event to Preview National Food Day in Chicago Chicago, IL – 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — In honor of Food Day, the City of Chicago’s Farmers Market Program will add a local Red Meat Market to their Daley Plaza Farmers Market on October 18, beginning at 7 a.m. The Daley Plaza Farmers Market will sell local fruits, vegetables and,… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Marketing
VisitEngland Announces New Commitment to UK Travel Trade at the 2012 ABTA Travel Convention
New Strategy Unveiled to Drive Domestic Business Through the Trade 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland’s Chairman Penelope Viscountess Cobham, announced today in a speech at the ABTA Travel Convention the national tourist board’s plans to further grow tourism in England by working more closely with the travel trade. Unveiling a raft of activity aimed at inspiring… Read the full press release
Nomination to Prix Villégiature Awards 2012
Hotel Puente Romano nominated as Best Resort in Europe 2012 By Villegiature Awards 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Villegiature Awards created in 2003 gather a voting Jury composed of 20 international press correspondents and journalists from very famous medias covering all over the world. They reward the best of the best hotels in Europe, in Asia en Africa. The… Read the full press release
SEMA and MAGIC Trade Shows Sign on to Stay at the Las Vegas Convention Center
SHOWS EXPECTED TO GENERATE $1.4 BILLION IN LOCAL ECONOMIC IMPACT OVER THE NEXT SEVERAL YEARS LAS VEGAS – 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Las Vegas is the No. 1 trade show destination in North America, and two long-time trade shows who helped Las Vegas garner that title will continue to call it home, generating an estimated $1.4… Read the full press release
Tourism Australia and Emirates expand joint marketing efforts to build international visitor appeal for Australia
Key facts Under a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Tourism Australia and Emirates intend to collectively spend up to A$14.3 million over the next three years on a range of joint marketing activities. The joint marketing activities under the MoU will focus on some of Australia’s leading inbound visitor markets – the United Kingdom, Germany… Read the full press release
Entrepreneur Magazine Ranks Hampton Hotels as Top Global Franchise
Hampton Hotels earns No. 1 franchise spot based on size, growth and financial strength MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels today announced that it has been named the top global franchise by Entrepreneur magazine out of 200 franchisors listed in the publication’s October issue. The international ranking follows two consecutive years as the No. 1 franchise… Read the full press release
JW Marriott Resorts Portfolio Christens October as Culinary Month With First-Ever Online Cookbook & Dessert Specials
Ten Resorts in U.S. & Mexico Offer Easy to Make Regionally-Inspired Recipes & All Resorts Will Feature Specially-Priced “Throwback” Desserts. 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — October is known as Cook Book Month and National Dessert Month and to celebrate, the JW Marriott Resort Portfolio has launched its own Culinary Month across the collection of ten JW Marriott… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson marks National Energy Action Month
Airport events aimed at conserving energy, saving money ATLANTA – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport leaders got employees excited about energy conservation with a kickoff event in the Atrium Tuesday morning to introduce a series of events held in conjunction with National Energy Action Month in October. “Hartsfield-Jackson continues to make strides in reducing… Read the full press release
WHAT A LOVELY PAIR
2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to the airport will see Christchurch Airport’s terminal and Airway’s air traffic control tower looking a lovely pair for the month. Both buildings can change their exterior lighting colours and often support charities, such as “Going Blue” last month for prostate cancer awareness and yellow on Daffodil Day. CIAL and Airways… Read the full press release
Canada gets the sweet smell of success in France
New maple perfume launch coincides with strong Canadian showing at major Parisian tradeshow 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) and its partners have been putting some extra va-va-voom into travel to Canada from France over the past few weeks. IFTM Top Resa at the Porte de Versailles in Paris was the headline act… Read the full press release
QATAR AIRWAYS MAKES HEADLINES WITH AVIATION STORY OF THE YEAR
Global Media Spotlight On Leading Gulf Carrier As It Joins Oneworld Alliance New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways yet again made international headlines this week with the industry story of the year in New York The global media spotlight was firmly on the Doha-based airline as it became… Read the full press release
Пассажиры S7 Airlines могут выбирать попутчиков через социальные сети
2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines первой в России предоставила возможность своим пассажирам еще до посадки в самолет получать информацию о попутчиках. Чтобы узнать, кто летит вашим рейсом, необходимо во время регистрации на сайте www.s7.ru указать свой профиль в одной из социальных сетей – Facebook, Vkontakte или Google+. На схеме салона самолета появится имя и фото пассажира, а… Read the full press release
WIRED Study Finds Today’s Workers Are More Productive Outside the Office
Survey of WIRED community underscores the heightened importance of mobility for an increasingly untethered workforce New York – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The lines between business and leisure are vanishing rapidly according to a recent survey of WIRED’s audience of influencers, conducted in collaboration with Marriott Hotels & Resorts. The study, designed to explore the reality… Read the full press release
Marriott Launches New Ad Campaign for Frequent Business Travelers
“For You, We’re Marriott” Campaign Welcomes Frequent Business Travelers Across Cultures. 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global lodging leader, Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) today introduces its newest advertising campaign designed to showcase the breadth of its brands and welcome all frequent business travelers. The new “For You, We’re Marriott” campaign focuses on African-American, Hispanic and lesbian, gay,… Read the full press release
RyanairHotels.com Now Europe’s Biggest Online Accommodation Website
OVER 450,000 HOTELS & GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES FOR RYANAIR PASSENGERS 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (9 Oct) announced the addition of 150,000 extra hotels to its ever-growing inventory on RyanairHotels.com website, the ultimate hotel price comparison site, making RyanairHotels.com the biggest online accommodation website in Europe (by number of hotels listed)…. Read the full press release
Qatar Tourism Authority participates in Qatar Week: Ferjaan in Tokyo
Qatar, Doha, 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrating Qatar’s 40 year relations with Japan, Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) will be participating in Qatar Week: Ferjan Tokyo, the five day celebration taking place in Tokyo. Taking part in the excitement and festivities, Qatar will be strongly represented by a host of strategic partners in addition to the MIA,… Read the full press release
The 2012 Hya Exhibition opens its doors to Dazzle fashionistas from around the region
Qatar, Doha, 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 2012 Hya Exhibition, the Middle East’s largest Abaya exhibition was inaugurated on Monday the 24th of September, at the Doha Exhibition Center. Recognized as one of Qatar’s most fashionable and not-to-be-missed events, the Hya Exhibition is organized by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) and will showcase the region’s finest… Read the full press release
Thailand has won the TTG Travel Awards 2012 for the “Outstanding Achievement Award: Destination of the Year”
2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thailand has won the TTG Travel Awards 2012 for the “Outstanding Achievement Award: Destination of the Year”, organised by TTG Asia Media, a leading travel and tourism publisher and events organiser in the Asia-Pacific. The award was accepted by Mrs. Juthaporn Rerngronasa, TAT’s Deputy Governor for International Marketing (Europe, Africa, Middle East… Read the full press release
Taking Tasmania’s wild beauty to the world
Key facts Tasmania will be promoted to the world as Australia’s fifteenth National Landscape in the Tourism Australia and Parks Australia program. Minister for Tourism, Martin Ferguson AM MP, and Minister for Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities, Tony Burke MP, today launched Tasmania’s national landscape – ‘Tasmania’s Island Heritage’. Key quotes “Increased exposure as… Read the full press release
Wingate by Wyndham Hotel Brand Offers Facebook Fans a Chance at $5,000
PARSIPPANY, N.J. – 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Looking for some extra fun, pampering or cash this month? Wingate by Wyndham® is offering travelers the chance to earn lots of extras with its newly launched “Extra Extra Sweepstakes,” which will reward six travelers with weekly giveaways leading up to a grand prize of $5,000. Now through Oct. 28, 2012,… Read the full press release
MOTEL 6 REVEALS “OPEN ROAD CORRESPONDENTS” CONTEST WINNERS
Three travel fans will profile “green” road trips along iconic American highways 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Three social media-savvy travelers are gearing up for memorable summer road trips, having been named Motel 6’s official “Open Road Correspondents” today. The announcement concludes an online contest launched by the popular hotel chain in May in celebration of its… Read the full press release
THE MARK AND THE JEFFERSON JOIN PREFERRED HOTEL GROUP
Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Preferred Boutique Welcome Two Iconic, World-Class Properties to Member Portfolios CHICAGO – 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Preferred Hotel Group, a leading provider of sales and marketing support to independent luxury hotels around the world, is proud to announce that two world-renowned hotels — The Mark (New York, New York, USA) and The Jefferson (Washington, D.C.,… Read the full press release
Say “Hello” to TownePlace Suites’ First National Advertising Campaign
The brand’s new ads and tagline appear in airports and rental cars across the country. 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s the difference between “Hello” and “Hello, Frank.” TownePlace Suites by Marriott’s first national advertising campaign showcases the personal touch that the brand provides to all of its extended-stay guests, including the campaign’s road warrior “Frank.” From… Read the full press release
Helsinki Airport won the first prize in an international social media competition
Finavia’s Helsinki Airport has won first prize in an international social media competition. The awards were distributed by Simpliflying, based in Singapore, which specialises in social media innovation and public participation. 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — The jury commended Helsinki Airport’s creative touch in social media. The hugely popular Quality Hunters campaign was mentioned as an example… Read the full press release
Sabre Hospitality Solutions Boosts Global Client Portfolio with Significant New Business
Southlake, Texas, 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sabre Hospitality Solutions has tapped into regions throughout the globe, building new business and offering hotels the most comprehensive set of hotel distribution and marketing services in the industry. The hospitality technology company has gained momentum by proving the worth of a true end-to-end solution, helping hoteliers increase their revenue,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris Recognized as One of the Best Companies in the Digital World by the Altagamma Digital Luxury Index.
Hotel cited in the Customer Decision Journey and Best Performers on Facebook categories. Paris, France – 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel George V has received recognition in a new study by Fondazione Altagamma, Digital Luxury Experience – Altagamma Index 2012 – The best performers in the digital world. The study of more than 300 international brands in… Read the full press release
TravelClick Hotel Customers Take Home 15 W3 Awards For Excellence in Website Design
NEW YORK, 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — TravelClick, the leading provider of revenue generating solutions for hoteliers across the globe, earned 15 W3 Awards, which recognize creativity and excellence in website design. TravelClick was presented with 3 “Gold” and 12 “Silver” awards for websites designed for hotel properties and hotel management groups. Websites designed by TravelClick that received Gold awards… Read the full press release
Nevada Magazine wins ‘General Excellence’ award from Nevada Press Association
CARSON CITY – 2012-10-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Nevada Magazine, the official travel publication for the state of Nevada, raked in the awards at the annual Nevada Press Association’s 2012 “Better Business Contest,” once again earning first place in General Excellence for magazines. “We are so proud of the magazine and the hardworking team at Nevada Magazine,”… Read the full press release
North Platte Rail Fest named one of North America’s best events
American Bus Association names Rail Fest one of North America’s 100 Best Events for 2013 NORTH PLATTE, NEB, 2012-10-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — North Platte’s Rail Fest logged visitors from 33 states and 11 foreign countries, and has been rewarded by an honor touting the 2013 celebration. The American Bus Association (ABA) announced in September that the North… Read the full press release
Kobe Bryant in Istanbul for Turkish Airlines’ new commercial
2012-10-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kobe Bryant, international brand face of Turkish Airlines, which took great steps towards becoming a global brand in the last years, came to Istanbul for shootings of Turkish Airlines’ commercial. As one of the most renown figures in basketball worldwide, Kobe Bryant became Turkish Airlines’ international brand face with the sponsorship agreement… Read the full press release