Dubai, UAE, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Last night, the JW Marriott luxury brand celebrated the newly opened landmark hotel in the Middle East and second Marquis worldwide – the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. Featuring an exclusive performance by British singer / songwriter and recording star, Leona Lewis, the “World’s Tallest Hotel” hosted more than 1,200 VIP… Read the full press release
2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Red Carnation Hotel Collection jumped an impressive 47 places from number 71 last year to number 26 in this year’s Sunday Times Top 100 Companies. The results of this prestigious and highly sought after accolade were announced at an award ceremony in Battersea, London last night. After making its debut on the… Read the full press release
2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hlabekisa community in Mpumalanga (a rural community 20km or 12 miles from the world renowned Kruger National Park) is celebrating the opening of the Anton Bilton High School, thanks to the Africa Foundation,&Beyond’s social development partner, and through the generous donation of &Beyond guests Lisa and Anton Bilton. Government representatives, Africa Foundation staff,… Read the full press release
2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s almost Fiesta time! Fiesta San Antonio, the annual 11-day celebration of San Antonio’s rich history, culture and heritage, will be held April 18-28, 2013. Beginning over 120 years ago as a parade to honor the heroes from the battle of the Alamo and San Jacinto, Fiesta has grown into a citywide… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The JW Marriott brand officially celebrates its newly opened landmark luxury hotel today in the Middle East – the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. [Video below.] Acquiring the coveted title of World’s Tallest hotel from the Guinness Book of World Records, the 72-story property is the first JW Marriott Marquis outside… Read the full press release
With this year’s London Fashion Week once again receiving international acclaim, research released today by VisitBritain shows that Britain is also one of the world’s most sought-after destinations when it comes to international shoppers. 2013-02-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Findings by the national tourism agency estimate that 18 million foreign visitors spent a till busting £4.5 billion… Read the full press release
New Easter package includes accommodations, Afternoon Tea and more. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Now is the time to discover the delights of early spring with an Easter break in the heart of Mayfair. Set back from Park Lane and just steps away from Hyde Park in all its spring time glory, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane… Read the full press release
Richmond, Va., 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s movie LINCOLN was filmed entirely in Virginia, in and around the cities of Richmond and Petersburg. Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail and interactive Web site lead visitors to actual filming locations as well as restaurants, bars and shops that were favorites of the stars including Daniel Day-Lewis, Joseph Gordon… Read the full press release
Create an unforgettable experience at two, three or four Four Seasons hotels in Thailand. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotels Thailand presents its own take on the “Grand Tour,” that traditional educational journey and intellectual adventure, once a rite of passage for elite travellers of a certain means. In addition to the opportunities to discover the culture, flavours… Read the full press release
2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, and leading hotel and travel specialist, lastminute.com, have today launched a joint marketing campaign designed to encourage consumers to embrace the spontaneity of a last minute getaway by visiting www.lastminute.com/visitengland, and booking a short break in England. Tube Card Panels and outdoor advertising at key rail hubs will… Read the full press release
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, today launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by promoting short breaks in some of England’s most beautiful rural locations. The campaign is the fourth of six launching from January to March, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage… Read the full press release
26 exhibitors, representing some 500 of the world’s best known and most prestigious gemstone and watch labels A remarkable 15% increase on international brands Seven-day exhibition, dubbed “Pure Luxury”, spread over 15,000sqm area of jewelry & watches Doha-Qatar, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassem Bin Jabor Al Thani,… Read the full press release
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new local surf company will operate from the Watersplash this spring, taking over the lease from the Jersey Surf School. The ‘Splash Surf Center’ will be managed by local waterman and surfer Chester Mackley, and will offer surfing lessons to groups, schools and individuals. Mackley said; ‘I am really excited to… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways and VisitBritain have sent out their “Big British Invite” today, offering deals and experiences in the UK, including two nights free accommodation in select UK hotels. The two free nights offer is available when customers purchase a roundtrip airfare between the US and the UK. The offer is valid through… Read the full press release
Atlanta, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a new long-term GDS and technology services agreement with Martin Travel, LLC, western Virginia’s leading leisure and business travel services provider. Through the agreement, Martin Travel has gained access to end-to-end travel management technologies, and comprehensive GDS content and services… Read the full press release
PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest promotion ‘An edgy Easter Sunday brunch delight by the Sea’. Available at Edge restaurant on Sunday, March 31, 2013, it sets the stage for a memorable day with family and friends to celebrate this festive holiday. A variety of mouth-watering dishes capturing an exceptional feast… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wilderness Collection is excited to announce a 1.5 million Euro renewed investment into the plant and premises of Odzala Wilderness Camps in the Republic of Congo. The success of our debut operating season during 2012, combined with lessons learnt then as well as during the current off season, has resulted in a reinvestment programme… Read the full press release
30th ANNUAL CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL THIS YEAR, JUNE 6-9 Shemekia Copeland and Bobby Rush Kicks-off the Festival’s Journey Up the Mississippi 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 30th Annual Chicago Blues Festival expands to four days with a special opening night concert at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park the evening of Thursday, June 6 featuring a line-up… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Budgies & Travel Awards, held at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore earlier this month, have named Dusit Thani Maldives Asia Pacific’s Hotel of the Year. The Budgie$ & Travel Awards celebrate the leadership efforts, accomplishments and ingenuity of Asia’s low cost aviation and travel industries. The awards are held in… Read the full press release
Raffles, Happy 125th Birthday! Here’s To Many More 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Evening in Singapore. The scent of frangipani and the soft hum of conversation drift across the Palm Court at Raffles Hotel. Is it 1887 or 2012? The doormen, looking crisp in their distinctive Gieves & Hawkes uniforms, welcome arriving travellers. Somewhere deep in the… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jasmine flower symbolizes the authentic and unconditional love of mother. It also signifies the virtue of mothers who dedicate their entire life to their beloved children. The divine jasmine bouquet is mostly used as a gift on Mother’s Day in many countries and it is represented as the nation flower of the… Read the full press release
Celebrate spring in Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth with something for everyone Hershey, Pa., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth is starting its spring training regimen in preparation for the debut of Hershey In The Spring in March. In anticipation of warmer weather, the teams at Hershey Resorts and the Hershey attractions are gearing up… Read the full press release
Third Night Free package, plus new Michigan Avenue Escape package featuring 20 percent off and a USD 100.00 Hotel credit. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Families enjoy a “break” this Spring Break when staying two nights or three at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago with special offers.Four Seasons Hotel Chicago packs in value and fun for a family city escape this Spring Break…. Read the full press release
Chicago’s Official Birthday Party Features Jazz Music, American Indian Drumming, an Essay Contest—and Eli’s Cheesecake 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago’s had issues with fire in the past – so the city’s birthday cake will not have 176 candles this year. But even without the candles, there’ll be plenty of cake and a guaranteed “hot time” for… Read the full press release
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (February 19, 2013), VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – announced the hiring of Paul Phipps as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Phipps has 37 years of experience in sales, marketing, promotions and management having served in such high-profile positions as General Manager for Seminole IMG Sports… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 2nd edition of the upcoming Underwater Festival at LUX* Maldives will be endorsed by the exceptional expertise of worldwide renowned photographer, BAFTA awarded specialist Neil Lucas. UK-based photographer and BBC film director Neil Lucas will run daily introductory classes for guests to improve their photography skills and learn new underwater shooting… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to a phenomenal response to its “101 Things to do before you go abroad” campaign, VisitEngland has enlisted an elite team of fellow experts to help select the cream of the crop. Wallace & Gromit, Bill Oddie, Sonali Shah, Clemency Burton-Hill, Skye Gyngell and a Yeoman Warder from the Tower of… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — This weekend, 22-24 February, the Jersey Family History Forum will once again be manning a stand at the largest family history event in the world, Who do you think you Are? Live at Olympia, London. The Family History Forum will be passing on information about tracing ancestors in the Island and encouraging… Read the full press release
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The migraine sufferers may find the summer period to be their worst season. Some migraine trigger factors during summer time are various; not only the heat, humidity and dehydration, but tree pollen allergy and over-hydration are also the summer migraine trigger factors. The migraine sufferers cannot avoid the summer period but they… Read the full press release
Experience The Sweetest Place on Earth on Bicycle Hershey, Pa., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Registration is now open for the third annual Tour de Chocolate Town! On Sunday, May 19, 2013, the Tour will begin in the town dubbed The Sweetest Place On Earth and offer participants the unique opportunity to ride through Hersheypark, past many major… Read the full press release