Daily Archives: September 24, 2014

Emirates SkyCargo launches new innovative “White Container” that keeps temperature sensitive cargo cool on the ground and in the air

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New innovative “White Container” Fills a Gap in the Cool Chain Space DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has launched an internally developed and cost effective LD3 container that keeps temperature sensitive cargo cool when transported on the ground and in the air. Called the “White Container”,… Read the full press release

Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle the only Scottish attractions shortlisted at the 2014 British Travel Awards

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown is on for people to cast their votes for Edinburgh Castle or Stirling Castle to be named Best UK Heritage Attraction at the 2014 British Travel Awards (BTAs), with voting closing on 30th September. The only Scottish attractions in the running for the prestigious award, they… Read the full press release

VisitEngland’s Growing Tourism Locally project generated £517.9 million additional tourism spend and created record number of 9,620 additional jobs in the tourism sector

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LONDON, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (23 September 2014) at the ABTA Convention in Ljubljana, Slovenia, VisitEngland reveals the latest results of the three-year project, ‘Growing Tourism Locally’, which in its second year has to date generated a total of £517.9 million additional tourism spend and created a record number of 9,620 additional… Read the full press release

The Atlantic Hotel in Jersey retains highly prized AA Four Red Star and AA Four Rosette ratings

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JERSEY, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — There was excitement and delight last night as The Atlantic Hotel learnt that it had retained its highly prized AA Four Red Star and AA Four Rosette ratings, confirming its position as one of the very best establishments in the UK and Ireland.  It was great news all… Read the full press release

Jersey Heritage extends winter opening programme for 2014/2015 to benefit both residents and visitors

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JERSEY, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey Heritage is delighted to confirm that it will be offering an extended winter opening programme for 2014/2015 which will benefit both residents and visitors.  The announcement coincides with the recent announcement that the Trust’s membership has swelled to 10,000.   This boost in membership, which has grown 1000%… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group to open the Park Inn by Radisson Residence Dubai Jumeirah Village Triangle in Q2 2017

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DUBAI, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel companies worldwide, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Residence Dubai Jumeirah Village Triangle. The property featuring 261 studios and apartments is scheduled to open in Q2 2017. It brings Carlson Rezidor’s portfolio in Dubai to 14… Read the full press release

Hoseasons by Wyndham Vacation Rentals unveils new logo and brand messaging at the ABTA convention in Slovenia

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Suffolk, UK, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Domestic holiday giant Hoseasons today unveiled a new logo and brand messaging at the ABTA convention in Slovenia in response to the evolution in its product range and customer profile. Following extensive research, the new look moves away from the seaside blue logo with seagull motif, to a… Read the full press release

VISIT FLORIDA partners with Brand USA to create marketing program called Shop Florida

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Tallahassee, Fla., 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Brazilians love shopping in the USA, especially in the Sunshine State. Consider the overwhelming evidence: Of 2.1 million U.S.-bound visitors in 2013, six of every seven came to Florida. Those 1.8 million visitors contributed $2.3 billion to the state economy. In spring 2015, VISIT FLORIDA will partner with… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Prospera Hotels, Inc. announce the opening of Hyatt Place at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center in California

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The 178-room Hyatt Place hotel is located within walking distance of the Disneyland® Resort Parks and Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. CHICAGO, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Prospera Hotels, Inc. today announce the opening of Hyatt Place at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center, marking the return of the Hyatt brand to… Read the full press release

Intern from London City Airport’s Community Internship programme awarded three month, paid contract at The Docklands Equestrian Centre

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LONDON, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — A new Community Internship programme run by London City Airport has placed its first intern. The Docklands Equestrian Centre has become the first organisation to receive an intern from the programme, spearheaded by the airport in partnership with the University of East London (UEL). Fred Turuka, awarded a… Read the full press release

Kansas City International Airport July passenger traffic up 2.8 percent from 2013 figures

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KANSAS, MO, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Kansas City, Mo., Aviation Department reports that total July passenger traffic at Kansas City International Airport was up 2.8 percent from 2013 figures, with 977,385 passengers arriving and departing through its gates during the month. During July, passenger boardings at KCI were up 3.2… Read the full press release