RICHMOND, B.C., Aug. 2, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for an affordable summer getaway? See more of Vancouver by staying 20 minutes south of the downtown core in neighbouring Richmond. From now until September 16, 2012, book two consecutive nights or more at any participating Richmond, BC hotel and receive a free Vancouver Attractions pass for up to four people per room booked – valued at over $800. Hotel rates start as low as $89.95 per night. Book online at www.richmondplayforfree.com.
The Vancouver Attractions pass offers incredible savings with free admission to 11 of Metro Vancouver's top attractions such as Science World at Telus World of Science, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and the Vancouver Art Gallery. Along with the one attraction pass per person, as part of the Richmond Play for Free promotion, visitors receive one one-day transit pass per person up to a maximum of four people, per hotel room booking.
Richmond is conveniently located 15 minutes from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver via the Canada Line on the clean, safe and reliable rapid transit system. Visitors can save money on expensive downtown parking by leaving their car at the Bridgeport Station Park & Ride or at their hotel and taking the SkyTrain into Vancouver – 13 of the participating hotels are located within walking distance of a Canada Line station.
A renowned city where the Far East meets the West Coast, Richmond's attractions are also not to be missed. Richmond boasts all the urban amenities – fine dining, shopping, museums, galleries and popular theatres like Gateway and River Rock Show Theatre – surrounded by scenic seaside trails, 250 active farms and endless opportunities for outdoor activities.
For the inside scoop on Richmond's delicious food scene visit the blog www.365daysofdining.com.
The Richmond Play for Free promotion is valid only on new bookings made between July 16 and September 16, 2012 for stays of two consecutive nights or more. Quote "RPFF" at the time of booking to receive the special offer. No cash value. One pass per person, up to a maximum of four. Each pass valued over $200 based on general admission for all 11 attractions plus daily transit pass value. $800 value based on quad occupancy.
About Tourism Richmond
Tourism Richmond is a non-profit, membership driven destination marketing organization (DMO). The primary mandate of Tourism Richmond is to enhance awareness about the destination through sales and marketing initiatives and by providing excellent visitor and member services. Ultimately, Tourism Richmond's goal is to increase economic activity related to tourism for the City of Richmond and all stakeholders. Tourism Richmond is British Columbia's 4th largest DMO.
Media contact:
Michelle Dunn
Director of Communications
Tourism Richmond
Direct: 604-821-5481
Cell: 778-822-5481
Email: mdunn@tourismrichmond.com
Twitter: @RichmondMedia
www.tourismrichmond.com
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