Virgin America celebrated the launch of its new daily nonstop flight service from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) with a red carpet welcome for guests onboard its inaugural flight. The three daily roundtrip flights will add to the airline’s existing service from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to …
More than 300 travel and tourism professionals from 45 states paid hundreds of visits to U.S. senators and representatives—covering more than half of Congress—during Destination: Capitol Hill last week in Washington, D.C. This legislative fly-in, organized by the U.S. Travel Association along with NTA, the Southeast Tourism Society and the Destination Marketing Association International, combined …
The legend of Bourbon Country and thoroughbreds comes through loud and clear in eastern Kentucky where both reign. Add to that a genteel lifestyle accented with white-board fences cross-crossing lush pastures. More highlights to make this destination an ideal slice of Americana are the state’s Civil War sites, cozy towns and the Southern hospitality of …
The opening of Pestana South Beach Art Deco Hotel on April 8 means more than a new hotel on Miami’s South Beach, it represents the first investment by the Group Pestana in the U.S. market. Pestana, Portugal’s largest tourism group, is known for its heritage Pousadas de Portugal hotel brand across the Atlantic. The new …
The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) today revealed how it will bring together the state’s new brand and tagline – “Nevada: A World Within. A State Apart.” The brand captures the duality of the state’s extraordinary natural, cultural and business resources. The brand will initially be brought to life by the NCOT during its spring/summer …
ARC has announced today that Porter Airlines (PD), a Toronto-based regional carrier, has joined ARC to extend the carrier’s reach into the U. S. market. As an ARC participating carrier, Porter can now quickly expand its services and provide more air travel options to the U.S. travel agency community. “Porter has defined itself with customers …
Two leading villa rental companies, Villas of Distinction and Island Hideaways, announced their partnership with Excursionist, a luxury experiential travel website, offering a selection of unique experiences worldwide for the busy discerning traveler and its travel industry partners. “Partnering with Excursionist allows us to use the expertise of a team that is not only deeply passionate …
Travel agents can book their clients through MLT Vacations into a new property opening next year at Universal Orlando Resort. MLT Vacations is among the first vacation wholesalers to offer Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort to its travel agent customers. The new 1,800 room on-site hotel opens in early 2014 and is available to travel …
Uncommon Journeys announces limited availability remaining on its popular Elegant Alaska 14-day adventure showcasing the best of San Francisco, Alaska and British Columbia. The itinerary features a pre-cruise stay in San Francisco including Napa Valley and Sausalito tours, 10-night voyage to Alaska on the Grand Princess of Princess Cruises and a professional tour manager every …
Ascend Hotel Collection, part of Choice Hotels International, has announced its debut in Baltimore today with three boutique hotels in the waterfront neighborhoods of Inner Harbor and historic Fells Point. The properties – Inn at Henderson’s Wharf, Pier 5 and Admiral Fell Inn – expand Ascend Hotel Collection’s lineup to 80 independent hotels. Today’s news …