VisitEngland: SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS FOR ENGLISH TOURISM WEEK!

VisitEngland calls for tourism business to get involved in English Tourism Week, 16-24 March 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, has mounted a call to action for the industry to get involved in English Tourism Week 2013, and register their special events and activity on the English Tourism Week 2013 website. Tourism is worth… Read the full press release

LAS VEGAS CELEBRATES CHINESE NEW YEAR 2013: YEAR OF THE SNAKE WITH WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT AND FESTIVITIES

Unrivaled Cultural Celebrations among Highlights for Ushering in a Year of Luck and Excitement this February in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — In Chinese astrology, The Year of the Snake is marked by intuition, instinct and thoughtfulness.  This February, Las Vegas resorts will prepare for the Chinese New Year, celebrating Asian culture with stunning… Read the full press release

Silversea Welcomes New Sales Directors

2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is pleased to welcome three new area sales directors with responsibility for key regions in the United States. Kevin Smith has joined to cover the Northeast, Rachel Woodward has the Northwest, and Saul Fonseca is responsible for southern Florida. John Wilson continues as acting area sales director for northern… Read the full press release

SNCB : des bons points pour l’aide aux personnes à mobilité réduite

Score convenable de 77 % avec encore des points à améliorer 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — La SNCB a reçu des bons points pour son assistance aux personnes à mobilité réduite. C’est ce qui ressort d’une enquête indépendante effectuée par des “mystery shoppers” qui ont analysé l’entièreté du processus d’assistance de la SNCB. Les résultats de l’étude… Read the full press release

PATA STATEMENT ON JAKARTA FLOODING

Bangkok, 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — PATA STATEMENT ON JAKARTA FLOODING • Jakarta affected by massive flooding and is under emergency decree until January 27. • Jakarta Soekarno Hatta International Airport still operating normally. • Major tourist destinations in Indonesia beyond Jakarta are safe to visit. Pouring rain and strong storms on Wednesday and Thursday disrupted daily life… Read the full press release

Celebrate the Year of the Snake This Chinese New Year at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

Hotel credit, Chinese wellness traditions and three Michelin star dining bring luck in the new lunar year. 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Experience the true traditions of Chinese New Year at the city’s most prestigious address, with newly refurbished guest rooms and suites at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong. Enjoy three Michelin star dining and luxuriate in the award-winning Spa, with a complimentary lai… Read the full press release

Be Discovered At Marble Bar At Hilton Sydney

SYDNEY, 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grab your guitar, pull out the drum sticks, dust off the microphone and warm up the vocal cords, Hilton Sydney‘s Marble Bar is scouting to discover Sydney’s next up-and-coming live band, with the launch of ‘Discovered at Marble Bar’. ‘Discovered at Marble Bar’ is a social media driven competition where contestants… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Association Salutes Anniversary of President Obama’s Call for National Travel and Tourism Strategy

Washington, D.C., 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — In a firm acknowledgement of the powerful contributions that travel makes to the country’s economy, President Obama announced a goal of attracting 100 million international travelers to the U.S. by 2021 on January 19, 2012. In the year since that announcement, strong progress has been made both through an executive… Read the full press release

San Antonio Transforms into “City of Yellow Roses”

2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of America’s Most Romantic Cities Offers Valentine’s Specials, Activities and Packages Valentine’s Week (February 8-17) in San Antonio is more romantic than ever as the destination transforms into the “City of Yellow Roses.” Romance specials themed around San Antonio’s legendary yellow rose offer a getaway like none other. Visitors can experience… Read the full press release

Hilton New Delhi-Noida-Mayur Vihar Announces The Introduction Of A Special Winter Spa Menu At Eros Spa

NEW DELHI, 2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton New Delhi-Noida-Mayur Vihar announced the launch of a special Winter Spa Menu at Eros Spa that offers extensive facilities and services to residential and non-residential guests. From January 15 until February 10, 2013, guests at the five-star deluxe hotel located just off the DND Flyway and within a 20-minute drive… Read the full press release

ANDAZI THE EASTERN BLACK RHINOCEROS IS EXPECTING

Birth expected in August or September would be a first for Zoo Atlanta ATLANTA, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Andazi, a 6-year-old eastern black rhinoceros, is expecting her first calf. The new arrival would be the first black rhino calf ever born at Zoo Atlanta. Andazi and 8-year-old male Utenzi mated for the first time on May… Read the full press release

Winterwatch with the National Trust for Jersey

2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the BBC starting its ‘Winter watch’ programme this week, the National Trust for Jersey are encouraging people to brave the cold weather and to get out and about to discover what wildlife can be seen around Jersey’s countryside this time of year. Although a dormant time for many species, others call… Read the full press release

Newquay Cornwall Airport announce new charter holidays to the Turkish Riviera for 2013

Newquay Cornwall Airport announces today a brand new charter destination to Turkey with tour operator OSKA-TRAVEL, a member of KENBA Group International.  2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Commencing 5th April 2013 and operating every Friday in April, passengers will be able to fly direct from NQY Airport to enjoy a 7 night escorted tour around the Turkish Riviera. The luxury break… Read the full press release

Discover agri/eco-tourism emerging trends in Nebraska

Workshop sessions on guest ranches, farm dinners and growing hops LINCOLN, NEB., 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — As agri- and eco-tourism continue to grow in popularity, new niches are constantly developing. Keep on top of these hot trends at the 2013 Nebraska Agri/Eco-Tourism Workshop on Feb. 5-6 at the Sandhills Convention Center in North Platte. Culinary tourism,… Read the full press release

Летище София обслужи близо 3,5 милиона пътници през 2012 г.

2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Летище София обслужи 3 467 455 пътници през 2012 година. През Терминал 1 са преминали 927 хиляди пасажери, а през Терминал 2 близо 2 540 хиляди. Годишният анализ показва, че по международни редовни линии са пътували 90% от общия пътникопоток, 6% са пасажерите по вътрешни линии, а 4% са използвали чартърни полети…. Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Association Launches Multiyear “Travel Effect” National Advocacy and Awareness Campaign

Groundbreaking Research, New Partnerships, Effective Communications at Core of Effort Washington, D.C., 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — To conclusively establish the link between travel and its effect on relationships, education, business and communities, the U.S. Travel Association is launching “Travel Effect,” a multiyear, multimillion-dollar advocacy and awareness campaign. “What we’ve long known anecdotally, we will now prove… Read the full press release

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Expands Resorts Collection With Opening Of First Leisure Property In India

Spread Across 320 Acres in Western Ghats and a Short Drive from Mumbai and Pune, Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat & Spa Features Among the Largest and Most Comprehensive Spa Facilities in Asia MUMBAI, India & McLEAN, Va., 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, today announced the opening of Hilton… Read the full press release

Enterprise Boosts UK Airport Presence with New Branch at Belfast Airport (UK)

LONDON, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car hire company, today announced the opening of a new onsite branch in the Arrivals Hall of Belfast International Airport. With this addition Enterprise now has a branch at every major UK airport, ensuring it is able to offer car hire to incoming tourists and business travellers as… Read the full press release

Hilton Athens Launches New Spa Menu At Hiltonia Spa

ATHENS, Greece, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Athens has launched a new range of wellness and beauty treatments based on aromatherapy, organic products and the modern trends of cosmetology. The popular Hiltonia Spa has collaborated with Symmetria clinic and will be offering a new series of treatments with organic products by Cinq Mondes. The new spa menu… Read the full press release

ADAC Launches First Airport Magazine in the Middle East

Abu Dhabi International Airports ‘AUH’ magazine goes live! Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today published the first edition of its own Abu Dhabi International Airport magazine- ‘AUH’ – the first airport magazine in the UAE and the Middle East. ‘AUH’ (the International Air Transport Association airport code to… Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels & Resorts Continues To Grow In China With The Opening Of The Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East

Marriott International’s Flagship Brand Opens Its 14th Hotel In Shanghai, China. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc (NYSE:MAR) today announced the opening of the 323-room Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East under a long-term management agreement with Shanghai Hengchang Industry Co., Ltd. Marriott Hotels & Resorts is the company’s flagship brand with more than 500 properties… Read the full press release

Visa on Arrival Scheme becomes more Popular Twenty Six Percent Growth in 2012

2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The “Visa on Arrival” (VoA) Scheme of the government has increasingly become popular with the tourists. The scheme registered a growth of 26 % in the year 2012 over the figures of 2011. A total number of 16,084 VoAs were issued during 2012 as compared to 12,761 VoAs issued during 2011. The… Read the full press release

Australia celebrates increased arrivals as it kicks off 2013 at G’day USA

2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australia celebrates increased arrivals as it kicks off 2013 at G’day USA Key facts Tourism Australia is building on the momentum of recent growth in US visitor numbers to Australia by showcasing Australia’s destination appeal at this year’s 10th anniversary of G’day USA 2013. New Tourism Australia consumer research highlights food and… Read the full press release

Cutting edge ski goggles available exclusively at London City Airport

2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gadget fans swapping the city for the slopes this winter will love the latest items to become available at London City Airport (LCY). LCY has become the first airport in Europe to stock ZEAL Optics Z3 GPS and HD Camera Goggles.  The Z3 built-in GPS system tracks speed, altitude, jump stats, route and… Read the full press release

Red Sea Holidays Launches Brand New Leeds Bradford Route

2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading Egypt specialist Red Sea Holidays has announced that in order to meet increased consumer demand it will be offering new charter flights from Leeds Bradford to Sharm el Sheikh on 2 May 2013. This is the first time that Red Sea Holidays will offer flights from Leeds Bradford. The new flights… Read the full press release

Macau Government Tourist Office re-launches “Tourism Awareness Campaign” 100,000 citizens participate at the first stage

2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) launches the “Tourism Awareness Campaign” again and cooperates with local associations to organize activities. It is estimated that one fifth of Macau citizens will participate in the activities. The purpose of the campaign is to educate citizens about awareness of tourism in a widespread and effective way… Read the full press release

WTTC calls on India Government to reduce taxes and improve visa policies

2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — “India is the 12th largest Travel & Tourism economy in the world and has the potential to become of the very biggest economies in our industry. Yet it risks squandering this opportunity through excessive taxation and restrictive visa policies.” At a speech today in Delhi, David Scowsill, WTTC President & CEO, has… Read the full press release

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Tops TripAdvisor’s List of 10 Best Hotel Spas in the US

Relaxing oceanfront retreat offers alluring options for starting 2013 with a breather. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — TripAdvisor has crowned The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara #1 on its list of the top 10 hotel spas in the US. The list is based on the most highly rated four and five star hotel spas according to the quality and… Read the full press release

Sweet Rendezvous For Two

A Celebration of Love at Dusit Thani Manila Makati, Philippines, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — They say love makes the world go round. Here at Dusit Thani Manila, our world revolves around you and in making you and your special someone feel loved every step of the way all year through. Whether to celebrate silver or golden… Read the full press release

Hotel Maya presents new monthly Latin Brunch Series in Fuego for 2013

Executive Chef Victor Juarez takes guests on a culinary trip through Latin America, first stop Mexico LONG BEACH, Calif., 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fuego guests can now tour Latin America without ever leaving Long Beach as Executive Chef Victor Juarez presents the new Latin Brunch Series – first stop Mexico on Sunday, Jan. 20 from 11… Read the full press release