IHG and Pro Invest Group signed franchise agreement for 245-room Holiday Inn Express hotel in Adelaide’s Central Business District

Adelaide, Australia, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and international investment company Pro Invest Group have signed a franchise agreement for a 245-room Holiday Inn Express hotel in Adelaide’s Central Business District (CBD). The hotel is the third to be signed under the master development agreement between IHG and Pro Invest, which… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group to relaunch its external facing Employer Brand

Buckinghamshire, UK, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies with operations in nearly 100 countries worldwide, has today announced the relaunch of its external facing Employer Brand. The new brand identity, ‘All of you at IHG’, has evolved from in-depth market research which revealed the importance… Read the full press release

Serena Hotels’ property in Nanyuki Olpejeta House hosted Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs, Commerce and Tourism on her visit to Olpejeta Conservancy

CABINET SECRETARY FOR EAST AFRICAN AFFAIRS, COMMERCE AND TOURISM VISITS OLPEJETA CONSERVANCY Nanyuki, Kenya, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Olpejeta House, one of the two Serena Hotels’ properties in Nanyuki (Olpejeta Conservancy) had the pleasure of hosting the Hon. Phyllis Kandie- who is the Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs, Commerce and Tourism. Hon. Kandie… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection Hotels announces the new and stunning 391-room Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino in Panama City, Panama

84th Property to Join Exclusive Portfolio of Independent Hotels. PANAMA,  2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s (NASDAQ: MAR) exclusive portfolio of independent hotels, announced today the addition of the new and stunning 391-room Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino in Panama City, Panama. This marks the second hotel for Autograph Collection… Read the full press release

Norwegian Cruise Line’s largest ship Norwegian Epic to begin another season of 7-night Western Mediterranean cruises until November 22, 2015

Norwegian’s largest ship will sail the Western Mediterranean, debuting new entertainment highlights and adding in Canary Islands & Morocco itineraries during the winter season Wiesbaden, Germany, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Cruise Line’s largest ship, Norwegian Epic, arrived this morning in Barcelona, Spain to begin another season of 7-night Med cruises until November 22, 2015…. Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines launches all-new mobile app for Apple and Android smartphones as well as for the Apple Watch

SINGAPORE, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines has launched an all-new mobile app for both Apple and Android smartphones, as well as for the Apple Watch. Introducing a redesigned user interface with new features, the app aims to provide a functional and seamless user experience. Features include a contextual homepage that displays the… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines: Construction of the new Airbus Asia Training Centre (AATC) in Singapore is now underway due to open in Q1 2016

(Joint Release With Airbus) SINGAPORE, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Construction of the new Airbus Asia Training Centre (AATC) in Singapore is now underway, following the completion of initial ground-breaking works. Due to open in the first quarter of 2016, the new facility will offer type rating and recurrent training courses for all in-production… Read the full press release

Jet Airways introduces new flights between Ahmedabad and Bhopal/Indore as well to Hyderabad via Pune

Links Ahmedabad with Bhopal and Indore, as also with Hyderabad via Pune Ahmedabad, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premiere international airline, has introduced new flights between Ahmedabad and Bhopal/Indore as well to Hyderabad via Pune with immediate effect. These new ATR services will operate six days a week except on Saturdays. Jet… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines presents A320 with special Building Bridges branding as its flying ambassador for the Eurovision Song Contest

• Austrian Airbus A320 with special Building Bridges branding • The Eurovision Song Contest as a first-time “green event” VIENNA, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF) as the host broadcaster and Austrian Airlines as the official carrier presented an Airbus A320 of the Austrian Airlines fleet with special lettering before… Read the full press release

Philippine Airlines expands its international flight route network with the launch of thrice weekly flights to Quanzhou, China (Jinjiang)

MANILA, Philippines, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A Philippine Airlines A320 aircraft receives a water cannon salute upon arrival in Quanzhou, China (Jinjiang) – the flag carrier’s newest international destination. PAL now operates thrice weekly flights (Tuesdays /Thursdays /Saturdays via PR356/357) between Manila and Jinjiang where majority of Chinese – Filipinos trace their roots. Philippine… Read the full press release

Accomplished anglers from the Lake Vermilion area will host Gov. Mark Dayton and Lt. Gov. Tina Smith for the 2015 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on May 9

ST. PAUL, Minn., 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A pair of accomplished anglers from the Lake Vermilion area will host Gov. Mark Dayton and Lt. Gov. Tina Smith for the 2015 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on Saturday, May 9. Tim “Buck” Lescarbeau will fish with Gov. Dayton, and Casey Sunsdahl will fish with Lt. Gov. Smith…. Read the full press release

IHG and Amadeus to develop next-generation Guest Reservation System that will revolutionise the technological foundations of the global hospitality industry

Pioneering partnership with world’s leading technology provider Leadership position for IHG, as it focuses on innovation and development of bespoke technology LONDON, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (“IHG”) today announces that it is to continue its strategic relationship with Amadeus, the world’s leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the global travel industry…. Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels releases the trailer of its second original short film French Kiss

Shot in Paris, Film Marks Second Original Film Production from the Marriott Content Studio Bethesda, Md., 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — In anticipation of its second original short film, the Marriott Content Studio in collaboration with the company’s flagship Marriott Hotels brand today released the trailer for French Kiss. The mystical romance shot in Paris… Read the full press release

Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company welcomes The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago to its hotel portfolio and all of its programs

Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. announced today that The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago will become a full participant in The Ritz-Carlton hotel portfolio and all of its programs. Guests will be able to make reservations on www.ritzcarlton.com and will be eligible for benefits of The Ritz-Carlton Rewards guest loyalty… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the launch of AC Hotel Miami Beach’s “Miami CULTure Project,” a collaboration program with Miami artists and influencers

Patrons to Enjoy Inspired Batched Cocktails, Locally-Sourced Products, a Spanish inspired Wines-by-the-glass and Tapas Menu, and More Miami, Fla., 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today the launch of the AC Hotel Miami Beach’s “Miami CULTure Project,” a collaboration program with Miami artists and influencers. “Beyond the sun, beach… Read the full press release

Travelport announces the appointment of Steven Chambers to its Board of Directors

Langley, UK, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE: TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the $8 trillion global travel and tourism industry, today announced the appointment of Steven Chambers to its Board of Directors. The appointment is effective immediately.  Mr Chambers will also become a member… Read the full press release

Agoda.com lists hotels in Singapore offering discounts of SG $50 in time for the Great Singapore Sale, 29 May – 26 July

SINGAPORE, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has collected a list of hotels in Singapore offering discounts of SG $50, just in time for the Great Singapore Sale, the island nation’s giant annual shopping festival. This year the event runs… Read the full press release

Denmark: AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen voted one of the world’s most innovative and modern hotels

Hotel guests worldwide have placed the AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen among the top ten hotels in the category ‘World of Tomorrow’ making it belong to the world’s hottest and most futuristic hotels. COPENHAGEN, Denmark, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotel guests from all over the world have participated in selecting the 4-star designer… Read the full press release

Accor announces the sale and franchise-back of 29 hotels in Germany and Netherlands for €234 million as part of HotelInvest’s assets restructuring

PARIS, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of the restructuring of HotelInvest’s assets, Accor announces the sale and franchise-back of 29 hotels (3,354 rooms) in Germany (18 hotels, 2,167 rooms) and the Netherlands (11 hotels, 1,187 rooms) for a total value of €234 million. The selling price amounts to €209m. The buyer has… Read the full press release

First Student: 150 new propane-powered buses will transport students in the Council Rock School District in Newtown, Pa

CINCINNATI, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — New propane-powered buses will be transporting students in the Council Rock School District in Newtown, Pa. beginning with the 2015-16 school year. The district recently approved a new contract with First Student to provide transportation services for the next seven years. As part of the agreement, the company will replace… Read the full press release

Chicago Bike Week presented by the City of Chicago and Goose Island Beer Company to take place on June 12-19 as part of Bike Chicago 2015

Includes a Screening of Napoleon Dynamite in Millennium Park, the Chicago Triathlon Checkpoint Challenge, Bike Fashion Show and the Bike to Work Rally at Daley Plaza on June 19   CHICAGO, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is pleased to announce the schedule for Chicago Bike Week… Read the full press release

Aeroflot updates version of its app for iPhone and iPad that includes support for Apple Watch

Moscow, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot (Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) has released an updated version of its app for iPhone and iPad that includes support for Apple Watch among a number of new additions designed to maximise user convenience. Anyone with an Apple Watch can see the Special Offers and My Reservations sections of the app, with information updated every time the… Read the full press release

International Travel Plus Airline Amenity Bag Awards recognized Aeroflot children amenity kit

Moscow, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot children amenity kit for kids from 6 to 11 years was awarded by annual international Travel Plus Airline Amenity Bag Awards. Amenity bag for children from 3 to 6 was also rewarded by the jury and entered nomination short-list. Children amenity kits design deserves special attention. All amenity kits were decorated with children drawings — winners of the art… Read the full press release

GBTA Canada held its 11th annual conference April 20-22 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto

GBTA Conference 2015 Toronto Gains Momentum with Record Attendance Toronto, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Canada held its 11th annual conference from April 20-22 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, in Toronto. True to its theme, Business in Motion, the conference was a hub of activity with a record number… Read the full press release

Vistara opens bookings for Lucknow and Bengaluru

New Delhi, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Adding Lucknow and Bengaluru to its fast growing network, Vistara today opened bookings for the two new destinations. Starting May 18, 2015 Vistara will offer daily flights on the Delhi-Lucknow-Delhi route increasing the frequency to double daily flights from June 16, 2015 onward. The Delhi-Bengaluru-Bombay daily return flight… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces the appointment of Michael Mestraud as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Michael Mestraud as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole – the only address in Wyoming to earn a Five-Star rating from the Forbes Travel Guide. Mestraud arrived in Jackson Hole after 15 years with… Read the full press release

317 guest room Four Seasons Hotel Seoul is the most anticipated hotel to open in Seoul yet

Prime location in the heart of Seoul, with easy access to the city’s hippest areas and historic sites 317 light-filled guest rooms and suites 7 high concept, high design restaurants and bars A modern spa, plus 3-storey health club Naturally lit, state-of-the-art function spaces for business and social gatherings World renowned, highly personalised Four Seasons… Read the full press release

Global restaurateur HMSHost recognized with Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards by Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA)

HMSHost recognized by ACI-NA at the Business of Airports Conference with Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards PHOENIX, AZ, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost was recognized by Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) through the Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards contest with awards for Real Food Daily at Los Angeles International Airport and for Cool… Read the full press release

ALPA encourages the FAA to develop additional standards and guidance for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems

WASHINGTON, D.C., 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In comments submitted today to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) outlined several key areas of recent proposed rules for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) that should be enhanced to maintain the safety of the national airspace system (NAS). “We… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announces new partnership agreement with two quality Flight Training organizations for the provision of cadet pilots to the airline

BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced a new 5-year partnership agreement with two quality Flight Training organizations for the provision of cadet pilots to the airline. Courses will start from September 2015 and will initially involve up to 40 cadets… Read the full press release