VisitBritain Media Contacts:
Paul Gauger, Regional Press & Public Relations Director, The Americas
Tel: (212) 850 0330; e-mail: paul.gauger@visitbritain.org
Favorite song about a British place: Paul is traveling at the moment, but we reckon he is so passionate about Britain, that his favorite album would have to be Elton John's 'Made in England'!
Paul's role is to develop and direct the strategic framework for VisitBritain's PR and Media Relations activity in Brazil, Canada and the United States. He also oversees our 'Film Tourism' marketing and PR promotions.
-----------------------
Jeremy Viray, Media Relations Executive
Tel: (212) 850-0341; e-mail: jeremy.viray@visitbritain.org
Favorite song about a British place: "I love 'London Bridge' by Fergie. But don't be fooled by the music video… scenes were shot in front of Tower Bridge, not London Bridge!"
Jeremy is a native of Philadelphia and a self-proclaimed anglophile. Contact him for the skinny on British cities, history & heritage, music, and art. He also focuses on travel trade and business tourism.
-----------------------
Katrina Sutton, Film Tourism & Public Relations Manager, Los Angeles office
Tel: (310) 481-2987; e-mail: katrina.sutton@visitbritain.org
Favorite song about a British place: "I love 'London Calling' by The Clash Who doesn't love this song? It's got a great beat and different sound, plus its provocative."
Katrina is a native of California and specializes in Film Tourism. She is knowledgable about luxury travel and British food and drink. She has traveled to many areas of Britain, and is most familar with England.
-----------------------
Danielle Mckinlay, Media Relations/Business Tourism Assistant
Tel: (212) 850-0357; e-mail: danielle.mckinlay@visitbritain.org
Danielle was born and raised in Perth, Scotland. She'd be glad to help if there's a story that needs fact-checking or if you're looking for photos or b-roll. Wanna know the real Scotland from a true native? Send Danielle a message!
-----------------------
If you are planning to visit Britain or you are interested in learning about VisitBritain's group press trips to England, Scotland and Wales please contact us. To receive a monthly e-mail update outlining what's new on the Media Room, and for general press inquiries, image and B-roll requests contact Jeremy Viray.
Travel writers based in Canada should contact Meredith Pearson in VisitBritain’s Toronto office, tel: (416) 646 6676; e-mail: meredith.pearson@visitbritain.org.
Assistance for travel writers visiting Britain
For ideas, information and assistance when planning a trip to Britain please contact VisitBritain's media relations team. Travel writers requiring financial assistance for their trip should first satisfy the following criteria:
Provide written confirmation of assignment for an outlet with an audience matching VisitBritain's target audience.
The circulation of approved outlet must exceed 100,000.
The story should complement VisitBritain's key themes and campaigns, promote tourism and depict Britain in a positive light.
Please note VisitBritain is unable to provide air transportation. Many US PR contacts for airlines, hotels, rail and car hire can be found in our 'US PR contacts' section.
Note to editors
To help your readers obtain further information on any of the British destinations mentioned in your story, please remember to include the following information:
Contact VisitBritain on the toll-free number, 1-800-462-2748 Mondays through Fridays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Email VisitBritain at travelinfo@visitbritain.org
Log on to VisitBritain’s web site at www.visitbritain.us