Washington, D.C., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has partnered with nationally recognized nutritionist and author Keri Glassman to create a new JW Kids Menu, helping junior jetsetters build healthy eating habits while traveling and arming them with the skills they need to continue the practice at home. The interactive menu, debuting at… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Vacations
TAT Promotes Cycling Tours at the “Bangkok Bike 2013”
Bangkok, 2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), along with NCC Exhibition Organisers (NEO), is to organise the Bangkok Bike 2013 during 2-5 May 2013 at Hall 4, Impact Muang Thong Thani. The first exhibition of its kind in the country, it is designed to promote the use of bicycles for both recreational… Read the full press release
The Best of the West on Two Wheels: New Biking Package at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole
2013-03-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer, guests can immerse themselves in Wyoming’s expansive sky, rushing rivers and grand beauty while riding alongside the Teton mountain range on an exclusive Fitzgerald’s Bicycles tour with Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole. On these new tours, guests ride through four distinct regions of Jackson Hole and Teton Valley, sampling the authentic Wild West. Pedals… Read the full press release
Friday Night Fever rate is now available during the month of April at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California
Friday Night Fever Continues into April at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California with Special Overnight Promotional Rate of $199. Friday Night Fever promotional rate is inclusive of valet parking and more with additional savings on dining, cooking expos and spa. 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Back by popular demand, the Friday Night Fever rate is now available during… Read the full press release
Hershey Highmeadow Campground Adds new accommodations in Celebration of 50th Anniversary season
Just in time for summer, new accommodations available for upcoming travel season Hershey, Pa., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests visiting Hershey Highmeadow Campground this summer can enjoy entertainment at neighboring Hershey attractions, brand new facilities at the Campground, and enjoy a 50th anniversary season. Hershey Highmeadow Campground opened on May 16, 1963 and has grown from 50 sites and one… Read the full press release
The Tourism Authority of Thailand launches “Songkran Splendours” — A variety of events to celebrate the Thai New Year
Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is organising a variety of events from 6 to 21 April 2013 to celebrate the Thai New Year under the name “Songkran Splendours.” The holiday, which falls during the hottest month of the year in Thailand, celebrates the conventional calendar’s “astrological passage” and is marked… Read the full press release
VisitEngland: 2.7 MILLION BRITS TO TAKE A UK BREAK OVER EASTER WEEKEND
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2.7 million Brits (6 per cent of the adult population) plan to make the most of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend by taking at least one overnight holiday trip in the UK, with 2.5 million people (5 per cent) planning to take that trip in England, according to VisitEngland’s latest Trip Tracker… Read the full press release
MOON PALACE GOLF & SPA RESORT ANNOUNCES BEACH BOYS PERFORMANCE & LAUNCHES AIR CREDIT PROMOTION
Cancun’s premier entertainment destination enhances offerings in time for Summer MIAMI, Fla., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Palace Resorts – the company that sets the standard in luxurious, all-inclusive resort accommodations – proudly announces legendary super group, The Beach Boys, in concert at the Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort on August 6, 2013. And, just in time… Read the full press release
Australia’s most cherished Grand Hotel, The Windsor, launches What’s Your Windsor Story campaign
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of its 130th anniversary as Australia’s most cherished Grand Hotel, The Windsor has launched a What’s Your Windsor Story campaign asking former guests to share their memories and memorabilia that will be featured as part of an commemorative exhibition to be hosted during its milestone anniversary. For thirteen decades,… Read the full press release
Chile and Peru Pilot New Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria for Destinations
WASHINGTON, D.C., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has selected the Cusco-Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu corridor in Peru, and the shores of Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas, and Frutillar in the Lakes Region of Chile for the second round of its pilot program to test its new Criteria and Indicators for Destinations. These new Early… Read the full press release
Qantas epiQure, Wolf Blass and Lizard Island are joining forces to host an exclusive gourmet wine and dining experience over the weekend of 24-26 May
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qantas epiQure, Wolf Blass and Lizard Island are joining forces to host an exclusive gourmet wine and dining experience for just 80 guests over the weekend of 24-26 May. Against the backdrop of the stunning natural beauty of Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef, guests will be treated to a showcase… Read the full press release
Suite Dreams at Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel
Iconic London Property Creates Nursery Fit For a Royal Baby. London, England, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel and bespoke nursery designers Dragons of Walton Street, today announce an exclusive partnership which will see a luxury Premium Park View suite transformed into an exquisite, quintessentially British nursery, designed and tailored with a… Read the full press release
IHG signed an agreement with the Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC to open Crowne Plaza in Muscat
Muscat, Oman, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, today announced that it has signed an agreement with the Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC (Omran) to open Crowne Plaza Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Muscat. The 296-room hotel will be the second Crowne Plaza hotel in… Read the full press release
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort Hosts Themed Events, Activities and More
PHOENIX, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Summertime at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort means both pool time and fun time that can’t be had anywhere else. From superheroes and aliens to sports stars, families will be transported to a fantasy world at the property’s “Summer of Imagination.” From May 28 to August 31, The River Ranch will be transformed… Read the full press release
Loews Regency Hotel Announces Partnership with Renowned Hairstylist Julien Farel
Landmark Hotel Redefines Luxury Salon and Spa Experience New York, NY, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jonathan Tisch, Chairman of Loews Hotels & Resorts, today announced a partnership with renowned hairstylist Julien Farel to incorporate a state-of-the-art flagship salon at the renovated Loews Regency Hotel in New York City. Set to open fall 2013, the relocated Julien… Read the full press release
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch Prepares For Re-Opening
2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to Christchurch will be able to see the rebuild of the city from its very heart when the centrally located Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch re-opens on May 1. The Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch has 171 guest rooms and occupies levels 4 to 15 of the Pacific Tower building on Gloucester Street, opposite recently… Read the full press release
ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA PRESENTS THE ULTIMATE GOLF PACKAGE TO COINCIDE WITH THE OHL CLASSIC AT MAYAKOBA
Mexico’s Only PGA TOUR Event Moves to Fall Schedule Boasting Unencumbered Dates Riviera Maya, MEXICO, 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — All eyes will be on the stunning El Camaleón Golf Club the week of November 11-17, 2013 for the OHL Classic at Mayakoba when the world’s top PGA TOUR players will have the opportunity to compete on… Read the full press release
IHG commits to provide free internet to all its 71m loyalty members worldwide
New global research reveals free internet is more important than room service to travellers 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced that it will be providing free internet to all its 71m loyalty programme members, worldwide. The announcement comes as IHG reveals the results of a global online survey* which show that nearly half… Read the full press release
Now Boarding: Two New Around-the-World Trips on a Private Jet, Four Seasons Style
Embark on a tour of the Americas or visit 10 legendary destinations in 2014. 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Departure. Few words in the English language carry such excitement and promise (especially when spotted at an airport). It means you’re going places – in more ways than one. Now, after selling out all threeAround the World by… Read the full press release
Finnair and Finavia’s Helsinki Airport launch Quality Hunters 2013 to seek out practical ways of improving the travel experience
What are the most memorable moments in travelling? How can the travel experience be made smoother and even more enjoyable? After two ground-breaking crowdsourcing initiatives, Finnair and Finavia’s Helsinki Airport know who to ask. In 2013, Quality Hunters returns — more interactive than ever. 2013-03-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 26 March, Finnair, one of the world’s… Read the full press release
Luxury travel network Virtuoso® unveils the latest hotel in its Preview program to open, The Alpina Gstaad
NEW YORK, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Luxury travel network Virtuoso® unveils the latest hotel in its Preview program to open, The Alpina Gstaad. The property is the first five-star hotel to debut in a century in the legendary Swiss resort. Nestled in the Bernese Alps, The Alpina Gstaad is set among five acres in the exclusive hilltop area of… Read the full press release
Two Promotional Videos by the Tourism Authority of Thailand win awards at ITB 2013 film competition
Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — One TV commercial spot and one video clip produced by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) were among the top-three award winners at an international Tourism Film and Multimedia Competition held at the International Tourism Bourse (ITB 2013), the world’s largest travel trade show held in the German capital of Berlin… Read the full press release
COLORADO FOR THE BIRDS: BIRDWATCHING TRAILS AND FESTIVALS
DENVER, 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — From the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the dry grasslands of the short-grass plains, more than 450 species of birds inhabit Colorado’s diverse landscape. Visitors can explore 27 designated birding trails that also highlight the state’s beautiful scenery and enjoy festivals celebrating various avian species across the state. A sampling of birding… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora Introduces the Surf & Turf Package
Package combines overwater bungalow and beachfront villa stay; includes sea and land tour with marine biologist. 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Combining the best of accommodation experiences, Four SeasonsResort Bora Bora introduces the Surf & Turf package, providing its guests with a combination stay of an overwater bungalow (surf) and a two-bedroom beachfront villa (turf). The Resort’s 100 overwater bungalows range from… Read the full press release
Hilton Hotels & Resorts opens 158-room hotel in Alexandria, Egypt
DUBAI, UAE and MCLEAN, Va., 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the most recognised hospitality brand in the Middle East, today announced the opening of the 158-room Hilton Alexandria Corniche following a major refurbishment programme. The hotel represents the 19th upscale property in Egypt for Hilton Worldwide and its second in the city of Alexandria. With a key… Read the full press release
Travellers Retreat to the Beach at Four Seasons Resort Nevis, West Indies
Luxury beach houses with butler service offer snorkelling gear sized to fit and room service delivered right to the front deck. 2013-03-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s not just another day at the beach when guests of Four SeasonsResort Nevis check into their own private Beach House on the Resort’s famed stretch of Pinney’s Beach. Just steps from the water’s… Read the full press release
“Why Not” Celebrate Summer in Style at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Value and luxury combine to make it a summer to remember at Sonoran Desert retreat. 2013-03-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — With rates beginning at USD 139.00 per night this summer, “why not” experience the best of AAA Five-Diamond luxury at Four SeasonsResort Scottsdale at Troon North. Guests enjoy casual comfort, renowned personal service, and temperatures up to… Read the full press release
The American Hotel & Lodging Association has put its full support behind the reintroduced Jobs Originated through Launching Travel Act
Legislative Action Summit to Focus on the Business of Travel 2013-03-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) has put its full support behind the Jobs Originated through Launching Travel (JOLT) Act reintroduced today in the House of Representatives by Congressmen Joe Heck (R-NV) and Mike Quigley (D-IL). The JOLT Act will be… Read the full press release
Ocean College teams up with Leeds Bradford Airport to offer fantastic diving discounts for Yorkshire’s sun seekers
2013-03-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate the launch of Leeds Bradford Airport’s (LBA) newest route to Sharm el Sheikh with Thomson and First Choice, the only tour operator flying customers to the popular holiday destination from Leeds Bradford in Summer 2013, renowned dive school Ocean College is offering aspiring Yorkshire scuba divers 20% off a Discover… Read the full press release
Adventure Travel Trade Association and PAN Parks today announced the recent signing of Partnership for Europe’s Wilderness
Seattle, WA., 2013-03-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Partnering for the benefit of Europe’s wilderness and its visitors, the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s (ATTA) and PAN Parks today announced the recent signing of the ATTA Association Partnership Program, committing each organization to shared networking, cooperative marketing and collaboration to enhance the contribution of the tourism sector to the protection of… Read the full press release