MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, resumed its service between Muscat and Malé in the Maldives on 28th October. The service is operated by the new B737 –MAX 8 aircraft. Oman Air flights from Muscat to Maldives will operate on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday… Read the full press release
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Hilton to open a new hotel in the Baltic resort city of Świnoujście
Hilton Świnoujście will open by 2020 with direct access to Baltic Park Molo leisure complex ŚWINOUJŚCIE, Poland and MCLEAN, Va., 2018-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE:HLT) today (October 29, 2018) announced plans to open a new hotel in the Baltic resort city of Świnoujście, following a franchise agreement with Zdrojowa Hotels. Hilton Świnoujście Resort &… Read the full press release
SAS launches new campaign: “The Arrivals” in the We Are Travelers series
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2018-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The new SAS We Are Travelers campaign “The Arrivals” launching on October 30th, 2018 captures the evasive moment of arrival. “The Arrivals” campaign imagery and film are created by award winning photographer Peter Funch and Danish filmmaker Jeppe Rønde. “The Arrivals” is the name and concept behind the new SAS… Read the full press release
Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announces 2019 dates of its marquee festivals, events and exhibitions
2019 initiatives highlight the “Year of Chicago Theatre,” Chicago’s Music Legacy and thousands of public programs in downtown Chicago and across the city’s neighborhoods Chicago, Illinois, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce the 2019 dates of its marquee festivals, events and exhibitions… Read the full press release
Emirates set to launch world’s first “biometric path” in Dubai International airport
Use of biometric technology across multiple points from check-in to boarding is first in the world in terms of its integration across airport stakeholders Advanced stage of implementation with testing programme already “live”, and pilot trials involving passengers to follow In phased development since 2015, the multi-million dollar programme is part of Emirates’ continued investment… Read the full press release
Emirates debuts its iconic double decker aircraft A380 in St. Petersburg
The airline will temporarily operate the A380 on its Dubai – St. Petersburg route until October 28th Passengers travelling for the autumn holidays will now have the chance to experience the world’s largest commercial passenger jet Dubai, UAE, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, marked aviation history yesterday as the… Read the full press release
Emirates invites global travellers to “Fly Better” with the launch of its new campaign
Dubai, UAE, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, one of the world’s most awarded airlines for its industry-leading services, invites global travellers to “Fly Better” with the launch of its bold new brand promise. “On this day in 1985, Emirates flew its first customers from Dubai to Karachi. While the airline has grown exponentially… Read the full press release
TravelClick awarded “Australasia’s Leading Hotel Booking Solutions Provider” by the World Travel Awards
TravelClick Wins “Australasia’s Leading Hotel Booking Solutions Provider” at 2018 Awards NEW YORK, NY, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — TravelClick, an Amadeus company, today (October 25, 2018) announced that the Company has been awarded “Australasia’s Leading Hotel Booking Solutions Provider” by the World Travel Awards this year. “Winning this prestigious award for our booking engine in… Read the full press release
Japan Airlines and Waseda Elderly Health Corporation launch special charter flight package for senior citizens
Providing a Pleasant Flight Experience to Promote an Active Lifestyle Tokyo, Japan, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Waseda Elderly Health Corporation today (October 26, 2018) announced a special charter flight package in response to requests from senior citizens who wish to travel by air to local destinations in Japan. The project,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing celebrates its continued support to EGRC – Educating Girls of Rural China
Beijing, China, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Empowering young women, sending a message of hope, and championing a lifelong love of learning, Four Seasons Hotel Beijing has been a proud sponsor of EGRC – Educating Girls of Rural China – since shortly after its opening in 2012. Through funds gathered from annual mooncake sales, charity balls, festive events,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta announces the promotion of Yvette Thomas-Henry to Regional Vice President of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Four Seasons veteran brings decades of diverse hotel experience to role Atlanta, U.S.A, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta announces the promotion of Yvette Thomas-Henry to Regional Vice President of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Thomas-Henry will also remain General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta. In her new role, Thomas-Henry will be responsible for… Read the full press release
The District 3 Hotel in Chattanooga, Tenn. joins the Ascend Hotel Collection
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The District 3 Hotel in Chattanooga, Tenn. has officially joined the Ascend Hotel Collection portfolio of best-in-class unique, boutique, and historic independent hotels and resorts by Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH). In addition to reflecting Chattanooga’s unique flair, the hotel is situated just minutes away from the city’s best restaurants, shops, and attractions, such as the Tennessee… Read the full press release
Comfort Suites hotel opens in Brunswick, Ohio
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Comfort brand transformation journey continues with the opening of the Comfort Suites in Brunswick, a new construction, 84-room hotel located at 1464 Town Center Boulevard. The hotel is the latest to receive signage with the new Comfort logo, signaling the brand’s refreshed look and feel with modernized guest rooms and… Read the full press release
Choice Hotels to develop the new 135-room Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront in Waco, Texas slated to open in 2020
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed an agreement with Kiran “Kenny” Bhakta of KB Hotels, LLC, to develop the new Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront in Waco, Texas. Slated to open in 2020, the four-story, 135-room upscale hotel will be one of several Cambria properties to join the… Read the full press release
VisitEngland launches campaign to inspire young Brits to discover the UK by taking mini gap-year style breaks
LONDON, UK, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitEngland is today (Wednesday 24 October) launching a campaign to inspire more young Brits to discover the UK by taking mini gap-year style breaks. The £2.5 million ‘Join the World – #MyMicrogap’ campaign targets young people with experiences and activities typically taken during a gap-year that can be condensed… Read the full press release
Auckland Airport provides guests with 4,000 new braked trolleys
Auckland, New Zealand, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has rolled out a fleet of 4000 new braked baggage trolleys at its domestic and international terminals. The new trolleys are an upgrade in safety, design and functionality, and unlike many airports in the world, travellers will be provided complimentary use of the trolleys… Read the full press release
HKIA Launches off-airport check-in services at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge boundary crossing facilities
HONG KONG, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — In tandem with the commissioning of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) is launching off-airport check-in services at the HZMB boundary crossing facilities for the convenience of passengers using the bridge to connect to destinations around the world. At the Hong Kong Boundary… Read the full press release
Zurich Airport 2018/19 winter timetable: fly from Zurich directly to 151 destinations in 66 countries around the world
ZURICH, Switzerland, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Countries around the world. There are a number of new additions to the winter timetable. SWISS is increasing the number of flights in its European route network. It will also offer twelve direct flights a week to Bremen. Edelweiss Air, also part of the Lufthansa Group, will… Read the full press release
Preferred Hotels & Resorts named the number one “Most Excellent” large hotel chain in the world by TripAdvisor
Newport Beach, California, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, has earned the prestigious distinction of being named the number one “Most Excellent” large hotel chain in the world by TripAdvisor. For its first-ever “Most Excellent” awards, TripAdvisor selected the winners based on which brands have… Read the full press release
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort announces professional surfer Ian Walsh as the newest addition the JHMR athlete team
Cody Lane Teton Village, WY, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is pleased to announce professional surfer Ian Walsh as the newest addition the JHMR athlete team. Ian, talented both on the snow and in the water, started snowboarding 14 years ago in Jackson Hole. At first Ian viewed snowboarding as… Read the full press release
Airbnb welcomes Aristotle Balogh as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
San Francisco, USA, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — At Airbnb, we build technologies to push our mission forward and support guests, hosts, and local communities. For us, technology is a way to empower people and bring them together. Today marks the next step in our journey to use technology to bring end-to-end magical travel experiences… Read the full press release
New World Hotels & Resorts to manage New World Jaipur Resort, scheduled to open in 2023
The first New World Hotels & Resorts’ Property in India Hong Kong, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — New World Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Keemaya Resorts and Spas LLP, a subsidiary of Goyal Group, to manage New World Jaipur Resort, scheduled to open in 2023. As Rosewood Hotel Group’s first property in India,… Read the full press release
Ryanair celebrated 200,000 bookings by Erasmus Student Network members
Erasmus Students Save Over €6.6m So Far With Ryanair DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (26 Oct) celebrated 200,000 bookings by Erasmus Student Network members on its exclusive dedicated platform, at its latest student mobility event in Lisbon. Delivered as part of Ryanair’s “Always Getting Better” programme, this partnership… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines to offer new flights to 181 destinations in 26 countries this winter season
Novosibirsk, Russia, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance, on October 28, 2018 is switching to a winter flight schedule, which will be effective until March 30, 2019 inclusive. During this period, the airline will operate flights to 181 destinations in 26 countries. “During the winter season, we are happy to offer S7 Airlines passengers new flights to international and domestic destinations. We have significantly expanded our presence… Read the full press release
Radisson debuts in Southern Europe with the signing of the Radisson Larnaca Beach Resort on the island of Cyprus
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hospitality AB, publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Sweden and part of the Radisson Hotel Group, is proud to announce the introduction of the Radisson hotel brand to Southern Europe with the signing of the Radisson Larnaca Beach Resort on the island of Cyprus – due to open in… Read the full press release
Colorado Tourism Office unveils new animated video to reduce the impact of travelers on Colorado resources
DENVER, CO, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A clueless hiker, critters posing for food and a musical moose/bear duo are the latest cast of characters enlisted by the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) to reduce the impact of travelers on Colorado resources. In the latest expression of its partnership with the Leave No Trace Center… Read the full press release
Regent Seven Seas Cruises: luxury travelers are booking its 2019 Alaskan voyages at a brisk pace
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® finds Fall season is busiest for booking future Alaskan voyages, announces free children’s rate and new savings on pre- and post-Alaska voyage land packages. MIAMI, FLORIDA, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — With the 2018 Alaskan May-through-September cruise season complete, Regent Seven Seas Cruises says luxury travelers are booking its 2019… Read the full press release
ATPCO and SITA welcome leading global travel search site Skyscanner to its NDC Exchange platform
Community platform enabling robust airline offer creation continues to see rapid industry adoption Dulles, VA, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — ATPCO and SITA today (26 October 2018) announced that the leading global travel search site Skyscanner has joined NDC Exchange, a platform that enables content interoperability across the airline distribution ecosystem and is a trusted… Read the full press release
Fiji Airways and Vodafone Fiji team up to offer a new payment option through M-Paisa
National Airline and Vodafone Fiji team up to offer new payment option for customers Nadi, Fiji, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Fiji Airways, Fiji’s National Airline and Vodafone Fiji have partnered to offer a new payment option for tickets and other services through M-Paisa. Starting Monday 29th October, the airline’s customers can now access the… Read the full press release
Hyatt Hotels announced new benefits and programs to honor military personnel, veterans and their families
New commitments include first-ever Veteran and Military Rate, strengthened career placement and development for veterans and military spouses, and further engagement with veteran-owned businesses CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — In honor of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (October 26, 2018) announced new benefits and programs that demonstrate a… Read the full press release