Author: Maralyn D. Hill

Playbill® Launches ‘Playbill Travel’: Debut “Broadway by the Sea” Program Scheduled at St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Puerto Rico, December 8-15, 2014

Posted by | Mar 5, 2014 | |

Tommy Tune, Laura Benanti, Megan Hilty, Christine Ebersole, Paulo Szot, Donna McKechnie, Faith Prince, Seth Rudetsky to Perform   February 2014 (New York, NY) – Playbill® announces the creation of Playbill Travel—an expansion of the brand’s popular series of “Broadway on the High Seas” cruises to resort-based programming.  For the inaugural Playbill Travel event, Playbill is taking over the luxury, AAA Five-Diamond St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico for a program combining the best of live Broadway entertainment with a stay at an idyllic tropical location and a myriad of onsite activities.   Priced starting at $7790 per room, based on single or double occupancy, the eight-day/seven-night “Broadway by the Sea” program is scheduled fromDecember 8-15, 2014.  Headlining the trip will be nine-time Tony winner Tommy Tune (Seesaw, My One and Only, Nine, A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, Grand Hotel, The Will Rogers Follies), Tony winner Laura Benanti (Gypsy), “Smash” star Megan Hilty, Tony winner Faith Prince (Guys and Dolls), Tony winner Paulo Szot (South Pacific), Tony winner Donna McKechnie (A Chorus Line), and, returning by popular demand for her fourth Playbill adventure, two-time Tony winner Christine Ebersole (42nd Street, Grey Gardens). More talent is to be announced.   Playbill®’s own Seth Rudetsky will once again serve as Master of Ceremonies, performer and music director. “Broadway on the High Seas” founding partner Judy Perl and Judy Perl Worldwide Travel will once again serve as the exclusive Playbill Travel Program...

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Kerrick James Photo Safaris Announced

Posted by | Mar 4, 2014 | |

For Immediate Release February 17, 2014 Contact: Mike Finney Email: mike@azcomgroup.com Phone: 480-897-3331   Kerrick James Photo Safaris Announced   Phoenix, AZ  – Arizona based master photographer Kerrick James has announced his first series of 2014 Photo Safaris which include a 5 day/4 night tour of spectacular Havasupai Canyon with its majestic waterfalls and Grand Canyon scenery. International journeys include a July tour of the Swiss Alps, and exploration of the pristine backcountry of southern New Zealand. These tours are featured on his newly launched websitewww.kjphotosafaris.com. Kerrick  has photographed the American West and Pacific Rim for over 25 years as a travel journalist, with more than 200 magazine and book covers and hundreds of feature articles. His credits include National Geo Adventure, Arizona Highways, Sunset, Popular Photography, Conde Nast Traveler UK, Alaska Airlines Magazine, VIA, Delta Sky, EnCompass, Outdoor Photographer and many more.   Photo Above: Temple of the Sun – Hidden Utah In the past decade Kerrick has taught nearly 50 photo workshops in a wide variety of locations in Arizona, Alaska, Montana, Utah, New Mexico, Hawaii, California, Baja California, Costa Rica, Panama and Zambia. He’s taught for Arizona Highways Photo Workshops, on cruise ship based trips, and now, his own company, KJ Photo Safaris. Kerrick is an active member of SATW (Society of American Travel Writers), TEOE (Through Each Other’s Eyes), and he serves as president of TJG (Travel Journalist Guild).   Kjphotosafaris.com features some...

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EXCLUSIVE, INDULGENT AND THE HEIGHT OF MODERN LUXURY

Posted by | Mar 3, 2014 | |

MEDIA CONTACTS:   Stephanie Holder  Celebrity Cruises 305.982.2959 sholder@rccl.com Celebrity Cruises unveils new exceptional ‘Suite Class’ experience beginning April 2015 MIAMI, FL – February 12, 2014 – Discerning guests who desire the very best in modern luxury vacations will soon be able to indulge in Celebrity Cruises’ new ‘Suite Class’ experience. This will be fully introduced on Celebrity’s state-of-the-art ships during April 2015. With exclusive new benefits including a suites-only restaurant, VIP lounge, complimentary premium beverages, plus more, the newly launched Suite Class is designed to create the ultimate luxurious experience. Guests will enjoy incredible service from the moment they arrive with their personal butler taking care of every detail. This is the only way to travel. From the one-of-a-kind Reflection Suite, with its jaw-dropping ocean views and unique cantilevered shower, to the stylish Sky Suites, Celebrity’s exceptional Suite Class experience is designed to set the standard in modern luxury vacations around the world. The new Suite Class will include: Private dining – A dedicated private restaurant reserved exclusively for all Suite Class guests will be available morning, noon and night. Each meal will feature unique menus that offer sumptuous dishes not available anywhere else onboard. Guests can truly immerse themselves in the local culture with specially crafted menus inspired by the local destination, and enjoy the world’s best ingredients. Memorable and inspiring dishes will be served, from locally caught seafood, to the freshest pasta. The Suite Class...

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Seabourn Odyssey Spa is Rated Best by Condé Nast Traveler Readers

Posted by | Feb 28, 2014 | |

PRESS RELEASE For more Information:  Irene Lui  (206) 626-9122 or ilui@seabourn.com   Michelle Munick Zacharia / Ashley Fenton Hawkins International Public Relations (212) 255-6541 or Michelle@hawkpr.com / Ashley@hawkpr.com  SEABOURN ODYSSEY SPA IS TOPS WITH   CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS   Four Seabourn Ship Spas Rated Among the Top Ten in Annual Poll SEATTLE, February 11, 2014 – The luxurious Spa at Seabourn aboard the intimate, all-suite Seabourn Odyssey was rated as the Best Spa on a Cruise Ship by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler in the magazine’s annual poll of spa facilities worldwide. The results of the poll, which are published online, also placed the spa facilities on three other Seabourn vessels among the top ten cruise ship spas. “For many travelers today, a quality spa experience is no longer separate from their other vacation plans,” noted Seabourn president Richard D. Meadows. “A rewarding spa indulgence is important to them, along with luxurious accommodations, fine dining and excellent service. The Spa at Seabourn offers those quality experiences.” The Spa at Seabourn on Seabourn Odyssey is among the largest spas on any luxury cruise ship. The generous space allows the expert staff to offer the ship’s 450 guests multiple treatment rooms, a fully-equipped gym and a separate Motion Studio with Kinesis Wall stations and space for various exercise classes. In addition, the facility offers personal fitness training and counseling. Saunas and steam rooms, including specialties such as salt steam inhalation and aromatherapy regimes...

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WORLD-RENOWNED AUSTRALIAN CHEF MARK BEST JOINS HOLLAND AMERICA LINE’S PRESTIGIOUS CULINARY COUNCIL

Posted by | Feb 27, 2014 | |

  CONTACT: Sally Andrews PHONE: 800-637-5029 FAX: 206-262-5934 EMAIL: pr@hollandamerica.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   WORLD-RENOWNED AUSTRALIAN CHEF MARK BEST JOINS HOLLAND AMERICA LINE’S PRESTIGIOUS CULINARY COUNCIL   Seattle, Wash., Feb. 11, 2014 — Holland America Line announced the addition of Australian Chef Mark Best as the newest member of the line’s esteemed Culinary Council. Celebrated as one of the most innovative chefs in the world today, Best was welcomed to the group at an event on ms Amsterdam during the ship’s call in Sydney, Australia, while sailing on its 115-day Grand World Voyage.   Best will join Holland America Line’s Master Chef and Council Chairman Rudi Sodamin, and prominent international chefs Jonnie Boer, David Burke, Elizabeth Falkner and Jacques Torres on the Culinary Council. Best will add a selection of his French-inspired signature dishes to the line’s menus and work with Sodamin and other council members to shape the culinary direction aboard Holland America Line’s fleet.   “With our increased presence in Australia, it’s exciting to welcome to the Culinary Council an accomplished chef like Mark who has made headlines locally as well as internationally,” said Richard Meadows, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs for Holland America Line. “Mark is known for his innovative Australian cuisine and we look forward to seeing his passionate influence on our menus and introducing his flair and originality to our guests.”   “The Culinary Council...

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