2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tickets are now on sale for the annual Brew at the Zoo event, held on Thursday, July 11, 2013 from 6 to 9 p.m. Hosted by Friends of the National Zoo, the beer tasting fundraiser showcases craft and microbrewers from around the nation, all in support of wildlife conservation. “Being able to… Read the full press release
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Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group strengthens its portfolio in Russia with new Park Inn by Radisson in Nizhny Tagil
2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the ten largest hotel groups worldwide, strengthens its portfolio in Russia’s regional cities with the signing of a new Park Inn by Radisson in Nizhny Tagil. The mid-market property will be the first internationally branded hotel in this prominent industrial city. Enjoying an outstanding waterfront location… Read the full press release
Andrea Gates and Avi Haksar Appointed new Managing Directors at iconic Dallas Properties
Dallas, Texas, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of new Managing Directors at both of the company’s iconic Dallas properties, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek and Rosewood Crescent Hotel. Andrea Gates joined Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in March, and a month later Avi Haksar joined the team… Read the full press release
Susanne Hatje Appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, New York
Hong Kong, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Susanne Hatje as General Manager of its North American flagship hotel, Mandarin Oriental, New York, effective today. Ms. Hatje has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has held senior management positions at Mandarin Oriental for the past… Read the full press release
Interstate Hotels & Resorts Enters into the Sixth Acquisition with Waramaug Hospitality
ARLINGTON, Va./ORLANDO, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expanding its joint venture with Waramaug Hospitality, Interstate Hotels & Resorts announces its sixth acquisition with Waramaug Hospitality LLC and a private investment group of the 382-room Sheraton Orlando North Hotel effective May 22, 2013. Hospitality Funding LLC, a Palm Beach, Fla.-headquartered boutique investment advisory firm, advised the buyer group… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines – партнер европейского тура Земфиры
2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines, участник глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, выступает официальным перевозчиком концертного тура Земфиры по европейским городам. Тур откроется 15 июня 2013 года концертом в мюнхенском TonHalle. Статусным участникам программы «S7 Приоритет», вылетающим в Мюнхен бизнес-классом 14 и 15 июня, авиакомпания предоставила бесплатные пригласительные билеты на этот концерт. S7 Airlines выполняет между Москвой и… Read the full press release
Raffles Hotels & Resorts introduces The Story Of Raffles People
2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — “At Raffles we believe that true luxury is not just about what you do, it’s about how you make your guests feel. So every staff member goes out of their way to give the warmest welcome, the most comfortable stay, the richest experiences and the fondest memories. I believe this engagement, on… Read the full press release
VisitEngland rounds up 10 of the country’s most scenic cycle routes
England Gears Up For National Bike Week 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — This weekend sees the start of National Bike Week (15 – 21 June), which encourages everyone from novices to seasoned cyclists to dig out their bikes and get out on the saddle. In the wake of Wiggo’s Olympic glory in 2012 and with next year’s Tour de France starting… Read the full press release
Christi Lewis named Regional Sales Manager Landmark Hotels Group
Honolulu, HI, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Big Island resident Christi Lewis has been named Regional Sales Manager for Landmark Hotels Group effective May 28, 2013, in an announcement by Landmark Hotels Group’s Vice President of Sales, Danny Breatchel. She will represent both the Kahala Hotel & Resort on O’ahu, and the Makena Beach and Golf Resort… Read the full press release
World Tourism Day 2013 focuses on tourism’s responsibility to worldwide water conservation
2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Centered on the theme ‘Tourism and Water: Protecting our Common Future’, World Tourism Day 2013 will underline tourism´s responsibility and needed commitment to preserving the world´s vital water resources. The Maldives will host the official celebrations on 27 September 2013. This year’s World Tourism Day (WTD) theme focuses on tourism’s significant role… Read the full press release
Senior Management Changes at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Hong Kong, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced several senior management changes. After a long and successful career with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Andrew Hirst, Operations Director – Asia will retire on 31 July, 2013. During his 25 years with the Group, Mr Hirst has held Manager or General Manager positions in Manila, Macau,… Read the full press release
Boo Weekley has been voted May PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — PGA TOUR and Avis Car Rental announced today that Boo Weekley has been voted the May PGA TOUR Player of the Month presented by Avis. As the official rental car company of the PGA TOUR, Avis will make a $50,000 contribution to be split by… Read the full press release
Copenhagen Airport: More coffee, cake and kiosk before security screening
2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the expansion of Terminal 2, Copenhagen Airport is also upgrading the café and shopping facilities in the area before the security screening: Travellers will now be able to kick start their travels with a spot of self-indulgence at Lagkagehuset, Caffè Ritazza and 7-eleven’s new shop concept. With the official opening of… Read the full press release
Hilton Shijiazhuang, China Opens
First Hilton Hotels & Resorts Property In Hebei Province Opens 594-Room Hilton Shijiazhuang is the Tallest Building in Hebei Province SHIJIAZHUANG, China, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the opening of Hilton Shijiazhuang, its newest property in China. Hilton Shijiazhuang forms an integral part of the province’s tallest building development, boasting 594 exceptionally-appointed guest rooms, suites and… Read the full press release
British Airways Congratulates its Sponsored Athlete Justin Rose on winning the US Open
2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is delighted to congratulate its sponsored athlete Justin Rose, on winning the US Open today (Monday 17 June, GMT) – the first English player to do so in 43 years. Ranked World Number three, Justin said: “Golf takes me all over the world, and as an athlete it’s really important… Read the full press release
Travelport and Oman Air unveil The Interactive Seat Assignment functionality to benefit travel agents
Muscat, Oman, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel agents booking Oman Air via Travelport’s Galileo and Worldspan distribution systems will now be able to benefit from new functionality, which allows them to manage the seat selection process in a ‘live’ and interactive environment. The Interactive Seat Assignment functionality – jointly unveiled by Travelport, the leading provider of critical… Read the full press release
IATA: Ryanair is the world’s favourite airline
RYANAIR CARRIES MORE INTL PAX THAN EASYJET & BA COMBINED 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (17 June) welcomed confirmation from IATA that Ryanair remains the world’s favourite airline after IATA’s 2012 World Airline Transport Statistics showed Ryanair once again carried more international passengers than any other airline. Ryanair carried… Read the full press release
Marriott and American Airlines teams up to give travelers new ways to earn AAdvantage miles
Joint Program Members Can Now Earn AAdvantage Miles for Qualifying Marriott Stays FORT WORTH, TX and BETHESDA, MD, 2013-06-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott and American Airlines have teamed up to give joint Marriott Rewards and AAdvantage® members new ways to earn AAdvantage miles. Beginning today, Marriott Rewards will award AAdvantage miles to joint members on qualifying… Read the full press release
Daniel Hollett of Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 Wins Acorn Award
LONDON, 2013-06-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is celebrating after its director of sales and marketing was awarded a prestigious Acorn Award this week. Run by Caterer & Hotelkeeper, the awards recognise future stars of the hospitality industry and are now in their twenty-seventh year. The Acorns acknowledge flair and reward good… Read the full press release
The Social Tree — The Latest Enhancement To Singapore Changi Airport Experience
SINGAPORE, 2013-06-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Changi Airport unveiled today its latest attraction that blends avant-garde design with interactive technology, allowing travellers to share their photo and video memories instantly and to retrieve them on subsequent visits to the airport. At close to nine metres tall and taking pride of place at the heart of Terminal… Read the full press release
Warwick International Hotels Opens Winter Valley Warwick Resort & Spa, on the shores of Dead Sea, Jordan
Warwick International Hotels celebrates Winter Valley Warwick Resort and Spa Grand Opening 2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Warwick International Hotels marks its expansion in the Middle East with the Grand Opening of Winter Valley Warwick Resort & Spa, on the shores of Dead Sea, Jordan. Since its creation in 1980, Warwick International Hotels (WIH) has expanded on… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide announces honors for its top annual development awards in North America
MCLEAN, Va., 2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced honors for its top annual development awards in North America. Awards are presented in five categories across the company’s portfolio of hotels, including: Developer of the Year, Best Conversion, Deal of the Year, Outstanding Achievement and Lifetime Achievement. Recipients are awarded based on criteria ranging from total… Read the full press release
The Panalpina Group joins Auckland Airport’s rapidly expanding Business District
2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Panalpina Group, one of the world’s leading providers of supply chain solutions, is the latest in a string of global companies to join Auckland Airport’s rapidly expanding Business District Operating a global network with over 500 offices in more than 80 countries, and employing 15,000 people worldwide, Panalpina World Transport is… Read the full press release
Celebrate Fourth of July at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore
Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Presents a Star Spangled Fourth of July. Wit & Wisdom and PABU celebrate America’s birthday with food, family and fun. 2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore will be the most sought after destination this Independence Day with guests enjoying exclusive, panoramic views of the rockets’ red glare from fireworks bursting in air over… Read the full press release
Canadian Tourism Commission: Special promotion celebrates wedding anniversaries for high-end travellers
2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Babyboomers have emerged as a powerful new consumer segment in the South Korea market, with time on their hands and money to burn. The South Korean office of the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) is running a promotion designed with just this 45-year-old-plus demographic in mind, which positions Canada as an ideal destination for those couples seeking… Read the full press release
New Poll Result Shows More Residents Back Heathrow Than Oppose It
2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — New polling of the communities around Heathrow shows that more people back Heathrow than oppose it. The findings have prompted Heathrow to announce that it will provide funding for a community campaign to give a voice to the hundreds of thousands of residents who back Heathrow. The survey, which was conducted by… Read the full press release
Lonely Planet releases its latest edition Central Australia: Adelaide to Darwin Travel Guide
Lonely Planet’s New Central Australia: Adelaide to Darwin Guide – “The mood here is on the up” 2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lonely Planet’s latest edition Central Australia: Adelaide to Darwin Travel Guide, released today, says major projects, water in the Murray River and a new appreciation for wide-open spaces are “keeping locals smiling”, despite lingering GFC concerns. “Central Australia… Read the full press release
British Airways once again partners with Michelin star chef Simon Hulstone, to produce menu for its Silent Picturehouse event
2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is once again partnering with Michelin star chef Simon Hulstone, to produce the menu for its Silent Picturehouse event – a pop-up cinema in London between 22-26 July. Simon Hulstone from Devon, who produced the Olympic-inspired menu with Heston Blumenthal for millions of British Airways customers during the London… Read the full press release
U.S. Travel Association Announced the 2014 Through 2020 IPW Host Cities across U.S.
Washington, D.C., 2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today announced locations for its next seven annual IPW marketplaces, locking in host cities that span America through 2020. Future host cities are: Chicago, Illinois – 2014 (last hosted in 1998) Orlando, Florida – 2015 (last hosted in 2010) Miami, Florida – 2016 (last hosted in 2009)… Read the full press release
Travelport announced the successful integration of Galileo RoomMaster™ hotel content into the TravelSky GDS platform
Shanghai, China, 2013-06-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry, has today announced the successful integration of Galileo RoomMaster™ hotel content into the TravelSky GDS platform. TravelSky Technology limited is the state-owned GDS operator in China. This integration marks a significant milestone in the ground-breaking… Read the full press release