Las Vegas, Nev – By year’s end, Crystals retail & entertainment district will add 12 new brands to its exceptional collection of retailers and dining concepts, including flagship stores for Prada and GUCCI; as well as boutiques for Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, Donna Karan, Emilio Pucci and Harry Winston. They join recent additions Ermenegildo Zegna, Christian Dior, Brunello Cucinelli and Social House at Crystals, the core of the extraordinary urban resort destination CityCenter.
Farid Matraki, Vice President & General Manger for Crystals said, “Crystals is the only destination in Las Vegas, and among an elite handful across the globe, to feature such an enviable collection of exclusive brands under one roof. With the addition of these exciting new offerings, Crystals expands its dominant position as the nation’s top shopping destination while providing new reasons for guests to either experience us for the first time or for loyal customers to return, time and time again.”
Farid Matraki, Vice President & General Manger for Crystals said, “Crystals is the only destination in Las Vegas, and among an elite handful across the globe, to feature such an enviable collection of exclusive brands under one roof. With the addition of these exciting new offerings, Crystals expands its dominant position as the nation’s top shopping destination while providing new reasons for guests to either experience us for the first time or for loyal customers to return, time and time again.”
Los Angeles, CA -- One of America’s favorite contemporary artists, Harry Connick, Jr., returns to the Hollywood Bowl, this time with his big band and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, for two nights, Friday and Saturday, August 13 and 14, at 8:30 p.m. He performs songs from his most recent release, the Grammy-nominated Your Songs, which includes some of the best-known works of legendary singer/songwriters and classics. More info and ticketing use this link....
10/08: British Airways Launches 'London for Free' Roundtrip Air and Two Nights' Free Hotel From $498
New York, NY -- British Airways today launched its popular 'London for Free' sale, offering two nights' free hotel in London. 'London for Free' offers travelers two nights' free hotel accommodation at select three and four star hotels in central London when purchasing roundtrip airfare between the U.S. and the U.K.
Roundtrip airfares begin at $498 between New York (JFK or Newark) and London. Comparable airfares are available from all 19 British Airways' U.S. cities. Prices are available for sale through Thursday midnight (EDT), Aug. 19, 2010. Travel is valid from Oct. 21, 2010, through Dec. 19, 2010.
London hotels participating in 'London for Free' include the Royal National, President, Jurys Inn Heathrow, Central Park, Thistle Euston, Fraser Place Queens Gate, Hilton London Docklands and Kensington Close. The two free hotel nights are based on double occupancy; single occupants are offered one free hotel night.
Roundtrip airfares begin at $498 between New York (JFK or Newark) and London. Comparable airfares are available from all 19 British Airways' U.S. cities. Prices are available for sale through Thursday midnight (EDT), Aug. 19, 2010. Travel is valid from Oct. 21, 2010, through Dec. 19, 2010.
London hotels participating in 'London for Free' include the Royal National, President, Jurys Inn Heathrow, Central Park, Thistle Euston, Fraser Place Queens Gate, Hilton London Docklands and Kensington Close. The two free hotel nights are based on double occupancy; single occupants are offered one free hotel night.
The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announces the launch of a brand new Aplication, “Hollywood Bowl,” now available for Android and iPhone (compatible with the new operating system iOS4), and coming in July for Blackberry and the mobile web. The first venue application of its kind, the “Hollywood Bowl” app acts as the user’s personal guide to this iconic landmark, voted Pollstar’s Best Major Outdoor Venue for six years in a row. Visiting the Hollywood Bowl has become an integral part of the Southern California summer and the “Hollywood Bowl” app was developed as a way to enhance the one-of-a-kind experiences this unique venue has to offer.
Lake Geneva Region, Switzerland -- This is one of the world’s most beautiful paddle-wheel steamboats operated by the General Navigation Company (CGN) on Lake Geneva, from where visitors can discover the magnificent scenery. 2010 is an exceptional year for CGN’s Belle Epoque fleet: the “La Suisse” steamboat is celebrating its hundred years of existence! The flagship of CGN's impressive fleet of historical ships is the most prestigious steamboat on a Swiss lake. After a complete refurbishment from 2007 to 2009, visitors can discover a brand new, hundred-year-old ship in all its splendour and admire the splendid site of the UNESCO Lavaux vineyards and the Swiss Riviera. For gastronomy fans, the caterer LakeGourmet proposes an exclusive food concept on board the ship. “La Suisse” a feast for your eyes and your taste buds ! For more info online follow this link . . . .
Copenhagen, Denmark -- Here's a good bit of trivia: Did you know that U.S. Independence Day is celebrated in Denmark every July 4? In fact, Denmark is the only country outside the United States that celebrates America's birthday. It has done so since July 4, 1912, when a group of Danish-Americans purchased more than 190 acres of land in the hills of Rebild in North Jutland that they designated as a public park and a place for Danish-Americans to gather for events. Every year since then (this year will be the 98th time!) everyone comes to Rebild for Fourth of July picnics, music, keynote speeches by pro,inent Danes and Americans, and fireworks of course!
Helsinki, Finland -- September 2010 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of Augustin Ehrensvärd, the man who built Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress. The programme for the anniversary year includes events both at Suomenlinna and on the mainland, including thematic guided tours, expert lectures and various daytime events. For more information, visit the special anniversary website by using this link . . . .
Nationale Open Monumentendag: The taste of the 19th century
This year, the Open Monumentendag (Open Monuments Day) will take place in the weekend of September 11th and 12th 2010. The theme of 2010 is: The taste of the 19th century. Due to the flourishing industries and the new technical possibilities in the 19th century, all sorts of new types of buildings were developed, often with surprising design.
During the Open Monumentendag old and young buildings will open their doors to the public free of charge. Buildings that are usually not open to the public. On average the number of visitors lies between 800,000 and 900,000. Each year, 3,000 to 4,000 monuments open their doors to the public. Almost all cities participate annually. Last year, Amsterdam Open Monumentendag appealed to 35,000 visitors. Additional information is available by following this link .....
This year, the Open Monumentendag (Open Monuments Day) will take place in the weekend of September 11th and 12th 2010. The theme of 2010 is: The taste of the 19th century. Due to the flourishing industries and the new technical possibilities in the 19th century, all sorts of new types of buildings were developed, often with surprising design.
During the Open Monumentendag old and young buildings will open their doors to the public free of charge. Buildings that are usually not open to the public. On average the number of visitors lies between 800,000 and 900,000. Each year, 3,000 to 4,000 monuments open their doors to the public. Almost all cities participate annually. Last year, Amsterdam Open Monumentendag appealed to 35,000 visitors. Additional information is available by following this link .....
Copenhagen, Denmark -- Sankt Hans Eve, or Midsummer's Eve, on June 23 marks the summer solstice - the longest day of the year - when the sun stays up until about 10 p.m. in Copenhagen and even later in the north of Denmark. Danes celebrate with bonfires on the beach and a Carlsberg or two! With more than 4,500 miles of coastline from Skagen at the "Top of Denmark" in North Jutland to the relaxed island of Bornholm, wherever you are in Denmark, you're never far from a beach. On Sankt Hans Eve you're never far from a bonfire either. In Copenhagen, look for Sankt Hans Eve celebrations in Fælledparken, Charlottenlund Fort and on the North Sealand coast just north of Copenhagen.
NEW YORK, Jun. 10 - - British Airways is offering vastly reduced roundtrip Club World (business class) advance purchase fares to London and select Europe destinations for the Summer 2010 period. Roundtrip fares to London begin from $2798 from New York (JFK or Newark). From Boston to Zurich fares begin at $3153; Miami to Frankfurt fares begin at $3006 and Philadelphia to Madrid from $2726. Comparable airfares are available from all 19 British Airways’ U.S. cities.
As well as the savings customers may already make through ba.com’s dynamic packaging option, which allows them to combine flights+hotels, those looking for a luxury holiday package this summer may head to the 5* Dolphin House where three nights costs from $3349 per person including return business class flights and hotel accommodation with breakfast. Travel for flight+hotel is valid from Jul. 13, 2010, to Sep. 5, 2010. Flight only prices are available for sale through Wednesday midnight (EST), Jun. 16, 2010. Travel is valid from Jul. 1, 2010, to Sep. 6, 2010.
As well as the savings customers may already make through ba.com’s dynamic packaging option, which allows them to combine flights+hotels, those looking for a luxury holiday package this summer may head to the 5* Dolphin House where three nights costs from $3349 per person including return business class flights and hotel accommodation with breakfast. Travel for flight+hotel is valid from Jul. 13, 2010, to Sep. 5, 2010. Flight only prices are available for sale through Wednesday midnight (EST), Jun. 16, 2010. Travel is valid from Jul. 1, 2010, to Sep. 6, 2010.
