Travel Classics Media News
February / March 2019
Charlie Chaplin's 130th Birthday in Vevey, Switzerland
In tribute to the man who elevated film from an industry to an art form, Chaplin's World celebrates Charlie Chaplin's 130th birthday, beginning on Feb 20th with a voyage of discovery through pictures of the Chaplin family. The Manoir de Ban, Chaplin's home for his last 25 years, will showcase photographs of Yves Debraine, the artist's official photographer in Switzerland. Visit Lausanne Tourisme. Media contact: David Werlen, +41 21 903 01 20.
Luxe Resort Shopping Experience at Four Seasons Bora Bora
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora announces the opening of MoeMoea, the new boutique by Maris Collective. Meaning "dream" in Tahitian, MoeMoea is a 3,550 square-foot shopping experience, which combines the best of resort wear, casual and active apparel, accessories, women's luxe apparel, swimwear and more. Featured brands include Adriana Iglesias, Camilla, March 11, Missoni, Onia, Su Paris, Vilebrequin and Zimmermann. Visit Four Seasons Bora Bora. Media contact: Brad Packer, 310-712-1493.
Tucson's Flores Family Opens New Seafood Restaurant
Sure, you might not think desert = seafood, but look at a map: the Sea of Cortez is part of the Sonoran ecosystem. Plus, if you're trusting any Tucsonans, it's the owners of the oldest family-run Mexican restaurant in the U.S., El Charro. The Flores family's new seafood-focused spot, Charro Del Rey, opened this January. Visit visittucson.org. Media contact: Dan Gibson, 520-770-2133
New Spa Treatments for Spring at Boulders Resort & Spa
More than any other environment in the country, the desert is most seen as the place for spiritual rebirth and contemplation. As the top Southwest wellness destinations, the "Spirit of Life" is the ultimate Ayurvedic ritual. The spa's expensive organic garden inspires spring services such as "Desert Rose Radiance" using prickly pear fruit and pomegranate and "Cucumber Quench Body Drench". Visit theboulders.com. Media contact: Debi Bridges, 480-306-4242.
CruiseCompete's New Cruise Travel Planner Now Available
CruiseCompete is excited to announce the "Sea Tales 2019 Family Cruise Travel Planner" online that details every aspect of the family cruise vacation experience. Readers will find updated information about Disney, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, Princess and many other lines. New chapters cover family dining, family staterooms and a new chapter discussing setting vacation expectations. Press release. Visit https://www.cruisecompete.com. Media contact:
heidi@shaneandshaneinc.com, 248-935-3224.
First Snowmobile Food Truck in Canada debuts in BC
Renowned for its boutique alpine dining scene, Panorama Mountain Resort is kicking things up a notch with the addition of the first snowcat food truck in Canada. The Snowlicious Mobile Kitchen, a Prinoth snow groomer equipped with professional kitchen, will roam between licensed locations on the mountain and offer a casual alfresco experience right on the slopes. Opening early 2019. Visit hellobc.ca. Media contact: Frances Pratt, 604-660-1038.
Blackcomb Adventure by Snowmobile or Snowcat
Snowmobile or catch a ride in our heated 19-passenger snowcat, on a journey into the picturesque hidden valley nestled between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. You will make your way up wide mountain trails to the lookout where our custom built igloo and warm beverages await. Enjoy a mug of hot chocolate while savoring the views of the Village below and peaks of surrounding mountains. Fun for the whole family! Visit whistler.com. Media contact: Mary Zinck, 604-938-2702.
Spring Training is Baseball Fan Nirvana
With more than 200 games being played Feb 21-Mar 26, 2019, come and check out The Arizona Diamondbacks, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Colorado Rockies, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and Texas Rangers all play in the Cactus League. Visit VisitPhoenix.com. Media contact: Doug MacKenzie, 602-452-6231.
"R&R" awaits in Scottsdale
The new three-story, 24-treatment-room Phoenician Spa boasts a rooftop pool, Drybar, and a fitness center and movement studio. Opened this month is The Spa at CIVANA, a sustainable wellness sanctuary offering hydrotherapy immersions like a tepidarium, hot/cold walking pool, cold plunge shower and saunarium. Also now open is Castle Hot Springs, a "Digital Detox" retreat with natural hot spring water piped into the quaint guestroom tubs. Visit scottsdalepressroom.com. Media contact: Laura McMurchie, 480-429-2253.
Flagstaff, Arizona Celebrates its Lunar Legacy
July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong first step on the moon. From Armstrong to Eugene Cernan, every astronaut prepared for their lunar trip in and around Flagstaff, Arizona. Flagstaff also played a part in moon mapping, lunar buggy testing, mission simulations and geology training. Learn more here. Photo: Dick Wiser, John Hendricks, Bill Tinnin and Putty Mills with the Explorer at Lake Crater Field east of Flagstaff, December 1968. Visit newsroom.visitarizona.com. Media contact: Becky Blaine, 602-364-3696.
Canada-French Guiana Match A Key Step to 2022 World Cup
Canada Soccer's Men's National Team will return to BC Place on Sunday, March 24 in a match against French Guiana. The teams will face off in a crucial Concacaf Nations League Qualifier. The match will determine Canada's spot at the 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup and entry into the top tier of the Concacaf Nations League, en route to the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Visit tourismvancouver.com. Media contact: Sofia Laratta, 604-631-2854.
Astrology and Astronomy in the Desert: With Cocktails!
Embrace all things celestial with Mountain Shadow's new Cocktails Under the Cosmos, an astrology-themed cocktail reception on the scenic Camelback Overlook rooftop deck. Savor hors d'oeuvres and drinks under twinkling lights and the beautiful night sky, seen through the lens of a telescope with an expert astronomer as your guide. $45 tickets include two themed cocktails or sparkling wine. Aquarius: Feb. 11; Pisces: March 12; and Aries: April 16. Visit mountainshadows.com. Media contact: Kelly Fausel, 619-255-7069.
The Scott's Extensive Renovation Just Completed
The Scott has completed an expansive $15 million renovation, inspired by the colors and comforts of Old Havana, Mission Revival architecture and the Bauhaus movement. The vibrant boutique resort in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale debuts 204 fully-redesigned guestrooms and suites, each with its own private outdoor patio or balcony, and an all-new Presidential Suite and 12 one-bedroom suites. Visit thescottresort.com. Media contact: Morgan Kunse, 602-431-6167.
Celebrate Spring at Lake Como's Most Luxurious Hotel
The Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Bellagio's only 5-star hotel on Lake Como, reopens April 5th for the 2019 season featuring a special package. Enjoy palatial accommodations, personalized service and hospitality for which the Villa Serbelloni is famous. Revitalizing spa treatments, sumptuous meals and a stroll through the Melzi Gardens (Lake Como's Botanical Gardens) to witness the arrival of Spring! Visit villaserbelloni.com. Media contact: Noel Carroll.