Philippines’ Cebu Pacific joins world’s largest low-cost carrier alliance – the Value Alliance

Alliance formed by eight market champions brings exceptional value to invaluable travel experiences Singapore, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), together with seven other market champions in Asia Pacific, today announced the formation of the world’s largest low-cost carrier (LCC) alliance – the Value Alliance. CEB (including wholly… Read the full press release

Enterprise Holdings SVP of Vehicle Acquisition Susan Lombardo presented at Women’s Industry Network (WIN) Educational Conference

ST. LOUIS, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — At the recent Women’s Industry Network (WIN) Educational Conference, Enterprise Holdings Inc.’s Susan Lombardo emphasized the distinct but equally critical roles that the car rental and collision repair sectors play in the automotive value chain. Lombardo is Senior Vice President of Vehicle Acquisition for Enterprise Holdings, which… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rent-A-Car pledges $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross disaster relief effort following wildfires in Fort McMurray

TORONTO, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — In response to the devastating wildfires that have displaced thousands in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is pledging $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross disaster relief effort. Enterprise has worked with the Red Cross globally for more than 30 years, including an annual multi-million-dollar commitment by the Enterprise Rent-A-Car… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rent-A-Car pledges $1 million to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program for the second consecutive year

ST. LOUIS, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — For the second straight year, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is pledging $1 million to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP), an effort supported by leading corporations around the country that allows the Red Cross to access funds at a moment’s notice when natural disasters strike. The gift… Read the full press release

Travelport takes part in an Horizon 2020 funded project to help pilot new online travel planning and booking solution

New journey planner will allow travellers to search and book door-to-door travel throughout Europe  LANGLEY, UK, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform, announces it is a member of a consortium awarded EU funding to help pilot a new online travel planning and booking solution which utilises multiple modes… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection Hotels to welcome two new properties from Roomers Hotel group to its global portfolio

Bethesda, Maryland, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — This year, Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s distinctive portfolio of high personality, one-of-a-kind independent hotels, will welcome two new properties from Roomers Hotel group to its impressive global portfolio. Part of Gekko Group, Roomers Baden-Baden and Roomers Munich will be Autograph Collection’s third and fourth hotels in… Read the full press release

Marriott International further expands its footprint in India with the opening of its fifth hotel The Pune Marriott Suites

Bethesda, Maryland, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) further expands its footprint in India with the opening of its fifth hotel in Pune, The Pune Marriott Suites. The addition of this new hotel means that Marriott International will be managing the largest number of hotels in the city of Pune…. Read the full press release

Dusit International’s Mr Chanin Donavanik awarded APacCHRIE Lifetime Achievement Award

Bangkok, Thailand, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — In recognition of his significant contributions to the hospitality industry in the region, the Asia Pacific Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (APacCHRIE) has awarded Mr Chanin Donavanik, Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Executive Committee of Dusit International, the APacCHRIE Lifetime Achievement Award at a gala dinner… Read the full press release

Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts to manage the new deluxe Dusit Thani Resort in Fuzhou, Fujian Province

Bangkok, Thailand, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts announces the signing of an agreement with Zheng Heng Group to manage the new deluxe Dusit Thani Resort in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, the first internationally branded hot springs and wellness resort in the area. The agreement was signed by senior executives from both parties… Read the full press release

Oman Air honoured with four prestigious Oman Tech Awards

Oman Air Wins Four Categories At The Oman Tech Awards Muscat, Oman, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air has won four prestigious awards at the first Oman Tech Awards, held in Muscat on 2nd May. The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman won the E-Commerce award in the Websites category, the Travel and… Read the full press release

Oman Air announces daily flights from Muscat to Manchester from April 1st 2017

Oman Air To Fly Daily To Manchester Muscat, Oman, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, confirms, based on the requests for information received, that it intends to start operating daily flights from its hub in Muscat to Manchester. The new service is scheduled from April 1st… Read the full press release

Ukraine International Airlines expands fleet with two Boeing 737-800 NG aircraft

KIEV, UKRAINE, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In May 2016, as part of the program of fleet renewal and expansion Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) received two Boeing 737-800 NG aircraft. UIA leased two Boeing 737-800 NG from AerCap, the world`s leader in aircraft leasing. The aircraft passed an official registration procedure in Ukraine and received… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains exclusive Festival No.6 Priority Fares now available at 50% off train travel to Bangor

Virgin Trains is the official travel partner for Festival No.6 2016 Customers can save up to 50% on return fares to Bangor from 13th May until 20th June Headline acts include Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Hot Chip and Bastille LONDON, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains has created exclusive Festival No.6 Priority Fares… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains launch ‘Tea & Talk’ campaign to benefit The Mental Health Foundation

Virgin Trains pledges to donate at least £100,000 to The Mental Health Foundation First initiative unveiled to kick off donations towards goal Support for the ‘Tea & Talk’ campaign on board Virgin Trains LONDON, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains on the West Coast has today announced an initiative that will see 10p… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains’ cross-border travel bookings surge following increased services between Edinburgh and London

New timetable sees 15% uplift in cross-border rail bookings 42 additional London-Edinburgh services every week, adding 22,000 seats in near half-hourly service Free wifi for bookings through Virgin Trains website LONDON, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains has seen a surge in cross-border travel bookings after announcing increased services between Edinburgh and London. A… Read the full press release

Doncaster Bus Partnership to introduce revised bus network alongside new, lower-priced multi-operator tickets

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The newly-formed Doncaster Bus Partnership – a voluntary agreement between First South Yorkshire, Stagecoach, Arriva, South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive and Doncaster Council – will also introduce a revised bus network alongside new, lower-priced multi-operator tickets from Sunday 15 May, following public consultation last year. This latest investment… Read the full press release

The Australian Tourism Exchange kicks off with more than 2,300 travel industry delegates from more than 30 countries

Gold Coast, Australia, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time in its 37 year history, Tourism Australia’s annual business-to-business event for building future tourism opportunities for Australia – the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) – takes place on the Gold Coast this week, bringing together more than 2,300 travel industry delegates from more than… Read the full press release

San Diego International Airport projects honored by the American Public Works Association

SAN Also Wins Award for Planning SAN DIEGO, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Two key improvement projects at San Diego International Airport have been recognized by the American Public Works Association (APWA), San Diego/Imperial Chapter. The new Rental Car Center (RCC) and the North Side Utilities Storm Drain project each won “Project of the… Read the full press release

WTTC congratulates the Government of Saudi Arabia for adopting tourism as key sector to help diversify the economy away from oil income

LONDON, 2016-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) would like to congratulate the Government of Saudi Arabia for adopting tourism as a key sector to help diversify the economy away from oil income. David Scowsill, President & CEO, WTTC, said: “WTTC has been emphasizing the importance of Travel & Tourism… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts announces the appointment of Michael Miner as senior vice president of operations

ARLINGTON, Va., 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – appointed company veteran Michael Miner as senior vice president of operations. Reporting directly to Ted Knighton, Interstate’s president and chief operating officer, Miner will be responsible for leading overall performance results at full-service hotels… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto now accepting reservations in anticipation of its fall 2016 opening

Kyoto, Japan, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Set in an 800-year-old traditional garden in Japan’s historic imperial capital, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is now accepting reservations in anticipation of its fall 2016 opening. The all-new Hotel is enviably located at the foot of Higashiyama Mountain in the city’s temple district with numerous historic landmarks surrounding… Read the full press release

Four Seasons introduces its newest property in Japan, Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Set in the heart of an 800 year old garden in Japan’s ancient imperial capital Contemporary evolution of traditional style throughout 123 guest accommodations plus 57 residences, four dining venues, flexible event spaces and a spa with an indoor pool Personalised Four Seasons service and deep local knowledge invites guests to unlock the secrets of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces the appointment of Rami Sayess as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Beirut

Beirut, Lebanon, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Rami Sayess as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Beirut.  Additionally, Sayess continues in his capacity of Regional Vice President overseeing a number of hotels in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. Having distinguished himself at several… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut announces the appointment of Georges Akar as Director of Sales and Marketing

Beirut, Lebanon, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Beirut announces that Georges Akar has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing. In this new role, Georges will be responsible for leading all aspects of the Sales and Marketing team. Akar joined the company as Director of Sales, Middle East for Four Seasons Hotels… Read the full press release

Hong Kong International Airport records slight growth in passenger and cargo volume in April of 2016

HONG KONG, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) recorded slight growth in passenger throughput and cargo volume in April of 2016. During the month, passenger traffic and cargo traffic increased by 1.4% to 5.9 million and 1.2% to 365,000 tonnes respectively, compared to the same month last year. Flight movements declined… Read the full press release

HMSHost recalls multiple brands of trail mix due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes

Bethesda, MD, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — HMSHost of Bethesda, Maryland is recalling multiple brands of trail mix, because they have the potential to be contaminated withListeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may… Read the full press release

Small Planet Airlines GmbH obtains German Air Operator’s Certificate; to operate flights under German registration

Vilnius, Lithuania, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Leisure carrier Small Planet Airlines GmbH obtained their German Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) and will now operate flights under German registration. Small Planet Airlines Group began offering its services to the German market last autumn and from the first steps had a clear vision to establish an AOC… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Pride portfolio offers unique travel experiences for LGBT travelers this Pride season

CHICAGO, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, serves as the ultimate guide for LGBT travelers this Pride season by offering unique travel experiences that can be found exclusively within its Preferred Pride portfolio. Now in its fifth year, the Preferred Pride portfolio offers more than 120… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo presented with Best Cargo Airline in the Middle East award

DUBAI, U.A.E., 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo has clinched another industry accolade with its latest award of Best Cargo Airline in the Middle East. The award was presented at the 2016 Cargo Airline of the Year Awards organised by Air Cargo News in London, United Kingdom. The airfreight industry awards were based on… Read the full press release

Wyndham® Extra Holidays launches special summer travel deals

Plan Your Summer Vacation Now and Save up to 40 Percent at Resorts throughout the U.S ORLANDO, Fla., 2016-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham® Extra Holidays, a subsidiary of Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), is now offering special summer… Read the full press release