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Autograph Collection Hotels announces the forthcoming opening of a one-of-a-kind boutique resort in Belize, Alaia

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Autograph Collection Hotels announces the forthcoming opening of a one-of-a-kind boutique resort in Belize, Alaia Following Multi-Million Dollar Conversion & Expansion, Alaia will Emerge as a Boutique All-Villa Resort with Exquisite Residences in 2020 Ambergris Caye, Belize, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, in partnership with owner and developer Andrew Ashcroft, today announced… Read the full press release

Royal Schiphol Group names Dick Benschop as new CEO

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As from 1 May 2018, Dick Benschop (60) will be the new President of Royal Schiphol Group. He will be leaving Royal Dutch Shell to succeed Jos Nijhuis, who is retiring as head of the airport. Schiphol, Netherlands, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — From 1998 to 2002, Benschop was State Secretary for Foreign Affairs in… Read the full press release

Eastern Airways announces 12 additional flights a week to its Stornoway – Aberdeen route

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Kirmington, United Kingdom, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe franchise partner, Eastern Airways, is today introducing 12 additional flights a week to its Stornoway – Aberdeen route, providing two flights a day on Monday to Friday services and a new Sunday service. The double daily service, offering day return options, starts today (Monday 5 March… Read the full press release

Eastern Airways expands its fleet with a second ATR 72-600 aircraft

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Kirmington, United Kingdom, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — A second ATR 72-600 aircraft is to be introduced to the Eastern Airways fleet following its delivery from the production line in Toulouse, France. The regional airline commissioned two new aircraft last year, representing a considerable investment by Eastern Airways, and the first, MSN 1448, arrived in… Read the full press release

Macao Government Tourism Office starts training program for civil servants from tourism offices of Portuguese-speaking countries

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Macao Government Tourism Office starts training program for civil servants from tourism offices of Portuguese-speaking countries MACAO, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), in cooperation with the Permanent Secretariat of the Forum for Economic and Trade Cooperation between China and Portuguese-Speaking Countries (Macao) started this year’s training program tailored for civil… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains announces Spring Seat Sale from March 15th – 19th

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Virgin Trains announces Spring Seat Sale from March 15th – 19th LONDON, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains’ Spring Seat Sale is set to put a spring in passengers’ steps up and down the country this March, with tickets starting from just £5. From Thursday 15th March to Monday 19th March, Virgin Trains on the… Read the full press release

Stephen Wancha named new Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto

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Stephen Wancha named new Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Toronto, Canada, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto welcomes Stephen Wancha as its new Hotel Manager. Formerly with six other Four Seasons properties, most recently Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, Wancha will bring the invaluable experience he has gained throughout North America in his return to his birthplace of… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the promotion of Angelique Kelly-Lara to VP, global talent acquisition

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Choice Hotels announces the promotion of Angelique Kelly-Lara to VP, global talent acquisition ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announced the promotion of Angelique Kelly-Lara to vice president, global talent acquisition. In this new leadership role, Kelly-Lara will oversee Choice’s… Read the full press release

Blervie House, at Forres receives Five-Star Guest House status from VisitScotland

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Blervie House, at Forres receives Five-Star Guest House status from VisitScotland EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — A historic country house in Moray Speyside which was used for army training during World War Two is celebrating after being given Five-Star Guest House status by the national tourism organisation. Blervie House, at Forres, received… Read the full press release

Dunalastair Hotel Suites achieves VisitScotland’s highest quality assurance award

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Dunalastair Hotel Suites achieves VisitScotland’s highest quality assurance award EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — A Highland Perthshire hotel, located in one of Scotland’s most popular set-jetting destinations, has achieved one of VisitScotland’s highest quality assurance award. Dunalastair Hotel Suites, in the village of Kinloch Rannoch, has been given a five-star grading from… Read the full press release

The Social Travel Summit to be held in Belfast this September

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The Social Travel Summit to be held in Belfast this September Belfast will be in the social media spotlight later this year as more than 50 of the world’s top travel influencers and tourism industry leaders gather in the city for a two-day summit focused on travel marketing. LONDON, UK, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

VisitBritain teams up with Destination Management Companies to boost the distribution of Discover England Fund projects

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VisitBritain teams up with Destination Management Companies to boost the distribution of Discover England Fund projects VisitBritain has partnered with Destination Management Companies for the first time to promote more of England’s tourism products overseas. LONDON, UK, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The commercial partnerships, with six destination management companies (DMCs), will boost the distribution… Read the full press release

Bangkok Airways signs sponsorship deal with German football club Borussia Dortmund as regional airline partner

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Bangkok Airways signs sponsorship deal with German football club Borussia Dortmund as regional airline partner Dortmund, Germany, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok Airways, Thailand-based regional airline and German football club Borussia Dortmund, announce a partnership deal today (11 March 2018) at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany. This marketing deal is to leverage branding… Read the full press release

Brand USA launches new travel trade website: VisitTheUSA.com/TravelTrade

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BERLIN, GERMANY, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, has announced the launch of a new travel trade website: VisitTheUSA.com/TravelTrade. The new online platform will act as a comprehensive, one-stop gateway for travel industry professionals looking to better sell the USA. Created specifically to fit the needs… Read the full press release

Ryanair signs Union Recognition agreement with ANPAC (Italian Airline Pilots Association)

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Ryanair signs Union Recognition agreement with ANPAC (Italian Airline Pilots Association) Italy Accounts For 20% Of Ryanair’s Fleet And Pilots DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair today (8 Mar) confirmed that it has signed a Union Recognition agreement with ANPAC (Italian Airline Pilots Association), who will now be the sole representative body for… Read the full press release

Ryanair provides customers with even more ways to book online with new acceptance agreement with Discover Global Network

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Ryanair provides customers with even more ways to book online with new acceptance agreement with Discover Global Network DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (8 Mar) announced a new acceptance agreement with Discover Global Network, providing customers, business travellers and corporate travel departments with even more ways to book… Read the full press release

TFE Hotels to open the doors of its new Vibe Hotel North Sydney this April

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New South Wales, Australia, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE Hotels will open the doors of the beautiful new Vibe Hotel North Sydney in the area’s most exciting new social address, Northpoint, in April. Hotel guests will have access to a rooftop pool and bar and Northpoint’s exciting new eat street and casual dining… Read the full press release

TFE Hotels launches a suite of new wedding packages

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New South Wales, Australia, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Now that marriage is finally available to all in Australia, TFE Hotels is celebrating the year of love by launching a suite of new wedding packages themed around famous celebrity couples’ nuptials and a competition to give away a $10,000 wedding package. TFE Hotels’ three new… Read the full press release

Viking expands partnership with Fincantieri, raising its total ocean ship order and options to 16

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New Options Would Bring Viking’s Ocean Fleet to 16 Ships by 2027 Los Angeles, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) today (March 6, 2018)  announced a new agreement with Fincantieri that could see the delivery of six additional ocean ships by 2027. The new understanding expands Viking’s partnership with Fincantieri, raising the company’s total ocean ship… Read the full press release

Viking names its fourth ocean ship Viking Sun during a spectacular celebration on The Bund, in the heart of Shanghai

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930-Guest Viking Sun is the First Cruise Ship Ever Named on The Bund Los Angeles, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ —Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) today (March 8, 2018) announced that its fourth ocean ship, Viking Sun®, was officially named during a spectacular celebration on The Bund, in the heart of Shanghai. The ship is currently sailing Viking’s sold-out 141-day World Cruise… Read the full press release

Wharf Hotels launches new experiential packages for Niccolo and Marco Polo Hotels in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines

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Hong Kong, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels has launched a series of new offers designed for travellers enjoying different occasions across its 16 Niccolo and Marco Polo Hotels in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines.  Targeting connoisseurs of culture, entrepreneurial leaders and those looking for a romantic escape, the new packages have… Read the full press release

Jet Aviation’s maintenance facility in Geneva installs its first Honeywell JetWave satellite communications hardware system in a Global 6000

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Jet Aviation’s maintenance facility in Geneva installs its first Honeywell JetWave satellite communications hardware system in a Global 6000 Basel, Switzerland, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation’s maintenance facility in Geneva recently installed its first Honeywell JetWave satellite communications hardware system in a Global 6000. The JetWave satellite terminals operate on Inmarsat Aviation’s GX Ka-band… Read the full press release

Hawaiian Airlines selects 787 Dreamliner as its flagship airplane for medium to long-haul flights

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Hawaiian Airlines selects 787 Dreamliner as its flagship airplane for medium to long-haul flights Hawaiian switches to market-leading Dreamliner for its large airplane of the future 787’s superior performance gives Hawaiian flexibility to increase capacity and expand service SEATTLE, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Hawaiian Airlines announced today (March 6, 2018) that… Read the full press release

Okay Airways joins Boeing’s commercial Pilot Development Program

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Okay Airways joins Boeing’s commercial Pilot Development Program Boeing will oversee screening, selection and training of 100 Okay Airways pilot cadets over the next five years Cadet training for YTO Airlines and Kunming Airlines underway SHANGHAI, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) has expanded its commercial Pilot Development Program (PDP) with the addition… Read the full press release

WestJet becomes the first Canadian airline flying nonstop to Denver International Airport from Calgary International Airport

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First Canadian airline operating nonstop from Calgary to Denver CALGARY, Alberta, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (March 8, 2018), with the departure of flight 1570 from Calgary International Airport (YYC), WestJet becomes the first Canadian airline flying nonstop to Denver International Airport (DEN) from Calgary. The new service operates daily year-round. “Denver is a… Read the full press release

Flybe expands its schedule to London City from George Best Belfast City Airport

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Extra 12 return flights a week to and from London City Up to six flights a day Includes new morning and early evening flights Features additional Saturday and Sunday services New schedule starts Monday 7th May 2018 Liverpool, UK, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, the largest regional airline operating from George Best Belfast City Airport,… Read the full press release

Flybe announces 127 routes for its 2018/19 Winter programme

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4.4 million seats to go on sale First phase features 127 routes with choice of up to 2,683 flights a week Includes 14 ski and 8 winter sun routes Improved schedules to better meet customer demand Selection of ‘seasonal’ routes added for Christmas and New Year Liverpool, UK, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s… Read the full press release

Flybe announces its own new aerospace apprenticeship scheme starting in September

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Four year apprenticeships start September 2018 in Exeter Opportunity to become qualified aircraft fitter/technician Opportunity for 15 applicants to take first step towards a rewarding career in aerospace engineering Exeter College appointed as officially accredited knowledge provider Open now for applications  – full details at flybe.com/Careers Liverpool, UK, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s… Read the full press release

Flybe fully adopts Universal Airline Travel Plan and now accepts corporate bookings online

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Liverpool, UK, 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has announced today (5th March 2018) that it has fully adopted the widely used Universal Airline Travel Plan (UATP) and now accepts corporate bookings for flights and ancillary purchases made through its website www.flybe.com , on the Flybe mobile app and through Flybe’s Contact Centre…. Read the full press release

San José City Council extends contract with HMSHost to construct and re-concept several dining offering in Mineta San José International Airport

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SJC travelers to gain more international flavors, craft beer, and national favorites San José, Calif., 2018-Mar-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Silicon Valley airport travelers are set to gain several new places to eat well while on the move as global restaurateur HMSHost has secured a six-year contract extension valued at approximately $267 million. The San… Read the full press release