Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-5-27 — /Travel PR News/ — A new exhibition charting the theme of ‘Coming Home’ has opened at Duff House. The exhibition, entitled ‘Being Somewhere’ by artist Olivia Irvine, will see 18 paintings on display, influenced by places that the artist visited or lived in. The artworks – painted in oil on canvas or oil… Read the full press release
Friday, June 27 – Sunday, September 14 in the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park Chicago, Il, 2014-5-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The largest annual outdoor live music and dancing series in the United States, Chicago SummerDance, returns for its 18th year – and Chicagoans who love to dance will flock to the Spirit of Music… Read the full press release
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,500 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced its first national umbrella advertising campaign aimed at building consumer awareness of its powerhouse brands and loyalty program. The campaign, developed by MMGY and voiced by renowned… Read the full press release
Bangkok, 2014-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok has been declared the world’s “Foodiest City” and two of its prominent restaurants have been recognised for their signature dishes, according to the “Tastiest Fast Feasts” Awards recently conferred by the British culinary website Chowzter. The Awards, which aim to uncover the most delicious fast food served by… Read the full press release
Bangkok / Chon Buri, 2014-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in collaboration with the Royal Thai Naval Air Division, the Triathlon Association of Thailand and Tri Petch Isuzu Sale Co., Ltd. is launching the very first “Isuzu Roboman U-Tapao 2014” competition, to be held from 24-25 May at U-Tapao-Pattaya-Rayong International… Read the full press release
Sydney, Australia, 2014-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia has unveiled the latest evolution of its global campaign – ‘There’s nothing like Australia’ – with exceptional food and wine experiences from around the country playing a starring role in an effort to convert the global appetite for Australia as a travel destination into more visits. Launched… Read the full press release
Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Ahead of Wigtown’s annual Spring Book Weekend, a new book has been published detailing the history and archaeology of Scotland’s national book town. Historic Wigtown: Archaeology and Development is the final book in the third series of Scottish Burgh Surveys, and offers a vivid account of the archaeological and… Read the full press release
The Entertainment Capital of the World Bolsters its Reputation as the Premier LGBT Travel Destination by Welcoming Special Events Throughout the Year LAS VEGAS, 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — This year, Las Vegas is thrilled to welcome a wide-variety of special events, conferences and programming specific to the LGBT community. From one end of the… Read the full press release
Chicago, Il, 2014-04-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, will host eight FREE exhibitions this summer with an emphasis on object and graphic design, street art, the blues, architecture and the work of several Chicago-based artists – including Hebru Brantley. Exhibitions at Expo 72 (72 E. Randolph Street) and City… Read the full press release
Petrillo Music Shell performers include AWOLNATION, Janelle Monáe, Nickel Creek, Jeff Tweedy and Aloe Blacc in Grant Park, July 9-13 Chicago, Il, 2014-04-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce the lineup of performers at the Petrillo Music Shell for the… Read the full press release
Palm Springs, Calif., 2014-04-14 — /Travel PR News/ — For the second year in a row, Palm Springs has received the 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards by TripAdvisor for Top 25 Destinations in the U.S. Palm Springs is the 17th most desired destination the U.S., according to the annual ranking. 1. New York City, New York 2…. Read the full press release
Tips for a carefree holiday Brussels Airport expects an exceptionally busy Easter holiday rush. The first weekend of the Easter holidays promises to be busy and the same goes for the working days preceding it. The airport authority has listed a few tips for a carefree start of your plane trip. These are the expected… Read the full press release
Brisbane, Australia, 2014-03-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism e kit is the highly successful self-help, online education programme that enables tourism businesses and operators to make the most of digital marketing opportunities. Australian tourism businesses have had exclusive access to the Tourism e kit since its launch in 2008 and now, for the first time,… Read the full press release
Fatal Attraction and Blithe Spirit are highlights of theatre this spring LONDON, 2014-03-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Theatre legend, Oscar-winner and five-time Tony Award-winner Angela Lansbury returns to the West End this spring for the first time in nearly forty years, in a new production of Noël Coward’s Blithe Spirit and is a highlight of… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2014-03-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Lonely Planet is launching its first ever collection of the world’s best places to stay. Its network of expert authors, arguably the planet’s most well-travelled group of people, have scoured the globe to find the most Extraordinary places to stay, the Best Value accommodation and the top Eco retreats. A panel then selected… Read the full press release
Twisper (www.twisper.com), the most reliable source for the world’s favorite locations, is now launching Twisper Guides that allow everyday Twisper community members to curate, share and subscribe to personal guides for amazing locations around the world. A first for the travel and tech market, Twisper’s Guides marries the flexibility and creativity of web with the speed… Read the full press release
Record visitor numbers at London’s specialist Art Fairs reflect a buoyant art market LONDON, 2014-2-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — London is home to 20 specialist art fairs which showcase a huge variety of works from affordable art to museum quality pieces and attract thousands of international art buyers to the city. For those coming to the… Read the full press release
Toronto, CA, 2014-1-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Valentine’s Day in Toronto offers whatever your heart desires for an unforgettable and unique romantic experience. Book your romantic Toronto getaway on seetorontonow.com, where you can find the perfect Toronto Valentine’s Day experience with the best rates and availability from over 50 of Toronto’s hottest hotels, as well as the latest information on events, attractions… Read the full press release
Shakespeare’s Globe, the British Museum and Claridge’s reveal new spaces in 2014 London, UK, 2014-1-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new indoor theatre at Shakespeare’s Globe, the British Museum’s £135 million extension, and Heston Blumenthal’s new restaurant at the brand new £2.5 billion Heathrow Terminal 2 are just some of the exciting new venues to launch in… Read the full press release
Melbourne, Australia, 2014-1-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lonely Planet’s team of travel experts have handpicked their ultimate travel resolutions for 2014 in a brand new inspirational eBook: Travel Resolutions: 52 New Ways to Experience Planet Earth. From learning to cook the Jordanian way in Wadi Musa, to mastering the ancient art of flower arranging in Kyoto, Japan; the free eBook… Read the full press release
Arizona, US, 2014-1-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Searching for the tastiest Margarita in Arizona? Looking for the best birding spots in the Grand Canyon State? You can find the answers to those questions and so much more in the new edition of the Arizona Official State Visitor’s Guide. The Arizona Office of Tourism’s (AOT) 2014 Arizona Official State Visitor’s Guide (OSVG),… Read the full press release
Record-setting 263 restaurants take part in Dine Out Vancouver 2014 Vancouver, BC, Canada, 2014-1-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s time to toss your New Year’s resolutions (as if you needed a reason)! After months of anticipation, Tourism Vancouver has revealed the list of restaurants taking part in the 2014 Dine Out Vancouver Festival and posted their menus. Restaurants are now accepting bookings, so diners… Read the full press release
Macau, 2013-12-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) launches an iPhone App named “Step Out, Macau” today (27 December) so that citizens and visitors can enjoy easy access to information about the four walking tour routes of the project “Step Out, Experience Macau’s Communities” on phone. With the new mobile app, users can explore… Read the full press release
Denham, UK, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Almost 44 hours, which is more than the typical working week, are spent looking after guests’ needs over the holiday season, according to new global research released today. Perhaps not surprising then, that an average of 11% of hosts1 admit they would rather be at work than host friends or family. From… Read the full press release
Singapore, 2013-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Imagine having easy access to the latest information on your upcoming travel, such as your flight status, and traffic and weather conditions for your destination. This is now possible with an initiative by Singapore Airlines to integrate website bookings with Google Now. Google Now provides you with the right information at the… Read the full press release
Industry Partner, Forbes Travel Guide, Supports Initiative Washington, DC, United States, 2013-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), the sole U.S. association representing all segments of the lodging industry, is releasing a guide covering gratuity rates for a broad array of service areas, including parking attendants, doormen, housekeepers, and room service. Released in… Read the full press release
Sydney, Australia, 2013-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Plane travel can at times be tiring, uncomfortable and irritating but doesn’t have to be, according to international flight attendant, Danielle Hugh. Getting the flight attendants onside is a good way to improve your odds of having a great flight. “Treat us well and your flight will be decidedly better,”… Read the full press release
Schiphol, the Netherlands, 2013-10-18— /travelprnews.com/ — Amsterdam Airport Schiphol’s free Schiphol App has been downloaded over one million times since its launch in 2010. The Schiphol App offers current flight information about arriving and departing flights, push notifications and information about all of the airport’s numerous shops and facilities. Travellers can also reserve a parking space… Read the full press release
U.S.A., 2013-10-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Are you dreaming of the perfect escape? Do you yearn for a beach paradise, luxury hideaway, or cultural thrill? Lonely Planet’s Great Escapes showcases 75 gorgeous getaways around the world from spa bliss in Bali to embracing Quebec City in the winter. These irresistible experiences are organized by theme and include thrilling new… Read the full press release
Official Bath App now one of the most downloaded destination apps in the UK 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Official Bath App is celebrating its first highly successful year of launch as it reaches over 30,000 downloads, becoming the most downloaded official destination apps outside of London. The app, funded and developed by Bath Tourism Plus… Read the full press release