VisitScotland’s Spirit of Scotland new online film gives viewers a ‘sense of who they are’

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — NOT many people are able to say that they can give others a ‘sense of who they are’, but this is exactly what tour guide and genealogist Ian Walker does for a living. Dumfriesshire-born Ian stars in the latest Spirit of Scotland online film from VisitScotland in… Read the full press release

Harray’s Little Bothy awarded the Four Star Quality Assurance Award by VisitScotland

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — A secluded bothy, perched on the edge of Harray Loch on Orkney, has been awarded four stars by VisitScotland. Renovated from a traditional stone built croft house, Harray’s Little Bothy, was awarded the Four Star Quality Assurance (QA) Award in recognition of its high standards. The cottage,… Read the full press release

Findhorn Village Hostel earns VisitScotland’s four-star QA award following a massive refurbishment

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — A volunteer-run hostel,in the heart of the village of Findhorn, has doubled its VisitScotland star rating. Findhorn Village Hostel, which was converted from an old school, has gone from a two-star to a four-star accommodation provider under the national tourism organisation’s Quality Assurance (QA) scheme after making… Read the full press release

Glasgow to welcome 600 historians, architects, preservationists and museum professionals for Society of Architectural Historians’ 70th Annual International Conference

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Society of Architectural Historians (SAH) will hold its 70th Annual International Conference in Glasgow, from June 7–11, 2017, marking the first time SAH has met outside North America since 1973. An estimated 600 historians, architects, preservationists, and museum professionals from around the world will convene to… Read the full press release

Traveldoo and DIMO Software announce partnership agreement

PARIS, France, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Traveldoo and DIMO Software – European software providers specializing in the Travel and Expense management market, have announced a partnership agreement. Starting from January 1st 2017, DIMO Software will offer an integrated SBT function in the Notilus travel solution, using Traveldoo’s technology. About DIMO Software For 20 years, DIMO Software has been combining… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways opens the new and luxurious Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Airline celebrates the official opening of the new Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker confirms July start date of direct flights to Nice PARIS, France, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker,… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation to host second-annual Ticket to Taste at O’Hare International Airport on January 24

CHICAGO, 2017-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) invites the public to experience first-class dining at O’Hare International Airport on January 24. The second-annual Ticket to Taste is a one-time opportunity for non-travelers to enjoy Terminal 5. No boarding pass required! Ticket to Taste will take place in O’Hare’s International Terminal 5 from… Read the full press release

Delaware North and Buffalo Public Schools’ Emerson School of Hospitality host culinary competition

12 teams will compete to win $1,000 grand prize BUFFALO, NY,  2017-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Delaware North, a privately-held, global hospitality company based in Buffalo, is collaborating with the Buffalo Public Schools’ Emerson School of Hospitality to host a rigorous culinary competition. Forty-eight high school students, making up 12 teams, will compete every Friday… Read the full press release

Kansas City Aviation Department partners with KCP&L to install 27 two-plug EV charging stations in parking lots at Kansas City International Airport

Kansas, MO, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Kansas City travelers who own electric vehicles can be even more charged up about their next trip! No longer will they need to worry if their vehicle batteries have enough charge to drive home when they land. That’s because the Kansas City Aviation Department has teamed up… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport begins work on its £2.3 million project to enlarge and enhance the immigration hall

BRISTOL, Enland, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Latest improvements will enhance arrivals experience for passengers Work will begin on Monday 16th January on a £2.3 million project to enlarge and enhance the immigration hall at Bristol Airport.   On completion in April, it will take the number of passport control points from the current ten to a… Read the full press release

Gatwick Airport announces the appointment of Tim Norwood as Chief Planning Officer

New Chief Planning Officer to review Gatwick’s Masterplan and help deliver airport’s £1.2 billion investment programme Previous experience includes EDF Energy and BAA Gatwick’s second runway director to retire, but remains as advisor LONDON, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Tim Norwood – the man who secured planning consent for Hinkley Point C, the UK’s first… Read the full press release

Gatwick Airport to sponsor 2017 Crawley STEMfest and the Big Bang Fair South East

Part of airport’s strategy to help boost local employment opportunities and skills development Fairs expected to attract thousands of students and teachers from across the region LONDON, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport is to take over as the headline sponsors of two of the most important events for schools and colleges in the… Read the full press release

Air France announces 6 times a week flights to Cairo on board its Boeing 787

PARIS, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — On 9 January 2017, Air France inaugurated its Boeing 787’s first commercial flight to Cairo. Customers can now travel to Cairo on board this innovative new aircraft up to 6 times a week. Equipped with the latest new travel cabins, the Boeing 787 has 30 seats in Business,… Read the full press release

Air France introduces new dishes signed by two Michelin-starred chef Jean Sulpice for Business class passengers

PARIS, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Over the next three months, Air France’s Business class customers on board long-haul and medium-haul flights* on departure from Paris will be able to enjoy new dishes signed by Jean Sulpice. JEAN SULPICE, A TWO MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF IN THE BUSINESS CABIN To continue to surprise its customers while promoting… Read the full press release

British Airways is in search for three jazz musicians to perform on a VIP Mardi Gras party flight to New Orleans

LONDON, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — #BuskForYourSeat to join BA’s sold-out Mardi Gras party flight British Airways is on the hunt to find and showcase three undiscovered jazz musicians. The airline is looking for the next Louis Armstrong to perform during a sky high gig on a VIP party flight to the home of jazz…. Read the full press release

First Essex announces new partnership with Trussell Trust foodbanks in Colchester

ESSEX, England, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Local bus operator First Essex announced a new partnership today with Trussell Trust foodbanks in Colchester. The initiative, which has been rolled out with great success in other parts of the country including Chelmsford and Southend, will provide foodbank teams in Colchester with ‘Free Bus Journey Vouchers’ that… Read the full press release

First Manchester launches premium Vantage bus service

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — First Manchester is continuing to increase the offering of its premium Vantage bus service by adding a new route from 29th January. The new V3 Vantage service will launch on 29th January, and will run hourly every day, to and from Manchester Royal Infirmary. The popular V1 and… Read the full press release

First Bus announces commitment to allow its customers to pay with contactless debit and credit cards

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2017-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The UK’s leading operator, First Bus, today announced a commitment to allow its customers to pay for travel through the use of contactless debit and credit cards. First Bus customers can already pay for bus travel using its successful smartcard and mobile payment (mTickets) mechanisms.  The company sees… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways launches four times weekly, non-stop service to Las Vegas, Nevada

Announces 11th USA route starting 8 January 2018 Award-winning airline celebrating its 10th anniversary of serving the United States DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — In response to passenger demand, Qatar Airways has proudly announced it will commence four times weekly, non-stop service to Las Vegas, Nevada, starting 8 January 2018. The new route… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways introduces new amenity kits to Economy Class passengers

New multi-purpose bag is all about the content DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of an ongoing upgrade across its portfolio of on-board products, Qatar Airways will introduce new amenity kits to Economy Class passengers from this month. With a focus on simplicity and functionality, the new kits include products designed to… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announces four new nonstop daily routes from Portland to Philadelphia, Milwaukee, Baltimore and Albuquerque

SEATTLE, 2017-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines is bringing four new markets to customers in the Rose City. New seasonal service will include Portland–Philadelphia starting May 22; Portland–Milwaukee, Wisconsin, starting June 5; and Portland–Baltimore starting June 6. New nonstop service between Portland-Albuquerque will start Aug. 18 and operate year-round. “We’re super excited to… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines announces 10 new routes for summer

DAILY NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO/FROM HOUSTON, NEW ORLEANS, BALTIMORE/WASHINGTON AND DETROIT MIRAMAR, Fla., 2017-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Are you dreaming of summer? The barbecues, baseball games and weekend getaways might feel like a distant memory, but it’s never too early to start planning your next summer adventure. Spirit Airlines is here to help, announcing… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines names Thomas M. Nealon as President and Michael G. Van de Ven as Chief Operating Officer

DALLAS, TX, 2017-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Gary C. Kelly today announced changes to the Company’s executive Leadership ranks with Thomas M. Nealon named as President and Michael G. Van de Ven named as the airline’s Chief Operating Officer. These changes are effective immediately. In… Read the full press release

HSMAI announces the recipients of the 2016 HSMAI Lifetime Achievement Awards

McLean, VA, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association (HSMAI) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2016 HSMAI Lifetime Achievement Awards. Randy Smith, Chairman & Co-Founder, STR, will be honored with the 2016 Albert E. Koehl Award. Melanie Brandman, Founder & CEO, The Brandman Agency, has been selected… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Boston launches multi-sensory wellness experience at The Five-Star Spa

Hong Kong, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Five-Star Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Boston will launch a multi-sensory wellness experience on January 23, 2017. Designed to restore overall health and well-being, The Spa will introduce a form of sound therapy inspired by the ancient healing art of Himalayan singing bowls. Using vibrations and audible… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of the fourth Fairfield by Marriott property in Belagavi, Southwest India

Belagavi, India, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) marks the start of 2017 with the opening of the fourth Fairfield by Marriott property in Belagavi, the ever expanding commercial hub in Southwest India.  As Belagavi continues to grow into a business and leisure destination, there is great demand for high quality,… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of its 2nd Aloft Hotel in Taipei — Aloft Taipei Beitou Hotel

Taipei, Taiwan, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the opening of design-led Aloft Taipei Beitou Hotel, the second Aloft in Taipei, which brings a modern twist to the century-old hot spring destination of Beitou. Featuring vibrant design and innovative technology, the 292-room hotel is just steps from a multitude… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the addition of Courtyard Edinburgh to its portfolio in Scotland

London, England, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today announces the upcoming addition of Courtyard Edinburgh to its portfolio in Scotland. Opened on 28 December, the city centre hotel is set within a historic Georgian terrace located in the heart of Edinburgh’s new shopping and entertainment hub at the east end… Read the full press release

Element Hotels expands its fitness programming with Your Trainer, MiiR Bikes partnerships

Bethesda, Md., 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Life on the road has never been fitter. Marriott International, Inc.® (NASDAQ: MAR) today announces that Element Hotels, the company’s eco-innovation lab, is planting new roots in the fitness space and promising guests even more ways to stay active, healthy and happy while on the road. While… Read the full press release

JW Marriott unveils newly renovated JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

Marco Island, Florida, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the global luxury brand that is part of Marriott International’s (NASDAQ: MAR) luxury brands portfolio, has debuted JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. Following an extensive $320 million renovation facilitated by ownership group Mass Mutual, the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort,… Read the full press release