Ethiopian Airlines launches new services to Tokyo Narita International Airport; the only direct connection between Africa and Japan

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has started new services to Tokyo Narita International Airport in April 21, 2015, in codeshare partnership with fellow Star Alliance member, All Nippon Airways, Japan’s leading airline. The thrice weekly flight, the only direct… Read the full press release

Swissport International Ltd. names Eric Born as new Group President & CEO

Swissport International Ltd. today announced that Eric Born will assume his duties as new Group President & CEO of Swissport International (SPI) on 1 August 2015. He will succeed Per H. Utnegaard, who will take on the role of Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of SPI. Opfikon, Switzerland, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Swissport Saudi Arabia to provide ground handling services at the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s three main international airports

Opfikon, Switzerland, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground and cargo handling services to the aviation industry, is proud to announce it has been awarded the second ground handling license for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Swissport Saudi Arabia, which is currently being established, aims to start operations… Read the full press release

Swissport International and Collinson Group partner to launch the first shared use lounge ‘Aspire, the Lounge and Spa at LHR T5’

Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground and cargo handling services to the aviation industry, and Collinson Group, owners of Priority Pass, have signed a joint venture agreement to launch the first shared use lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 5. ‘Aspire, the Lounge and Spa at LHR T5’ opens to the public this summer… Read the full press release

IATA to host the second annual Cabin Operations Safety Conference, 5-7 May 2015 in Paris, France

Montreal, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will host the second annual Cabin Operations Safety Conference, 5-7 May 2015 in Paris, France. More than 300 delegates representing 130 organizations including airlines, regulatory agencies, investigation organizations, aircraft manufacturers and suppliers from around the globe are expected to attend. “Safe, efficient and… Read the full press release

IATA calls on China to continue strengthening safety and to optimize its airspace capacity further to reduce flight delays

Beijing, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on China to continue strengthening safety and to optimize its airspace capacity further to reduce flight delays. “It is clear that China is fully dedicated to supporting its overall development with a strong air transport industry. The efforts of the CAAC… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways voted Best Middle Eastern Airline Servicing China at the 8th Annual TTG China Travel Awards

Doha-based carrier voted Best Middle Eastern Airline Servicing China for the fourth year running at the 8th Annual TTG China Travel Awards Qatar Airways also voted as the Airline to Look Out for by Frequent Fliers at the 3rd Flyer Award Ceremony organized by Flyertea DOHA, Qatar, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways was… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways increases the frequency of weekly flights to 10 of its most popular destinations throughout the Middle East and Europe

Frequency increases scheduled to meet holiday and long-term travel demands Destinations include cities throughout the Middle East and Europe Triple-daily to Athens starting June 1 DOHA, Qatar, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has responded to the continuous rise in passenger demand with an increase in the frequency of weekly flights to 10 of its… Read the full press release

The Chicago Department of Aviation celebrates “Earth Week” with the installation of garden exhibits at O’Hare International Airport

CHICAGO, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), in collaboration with the Flower Show Productions, Inc., is celebrating “Earth Week” with the installation of garden exhibits at O’Hare International Airport. The exhibits add beauty and color to the airport terminals while helping to promote several Chicagoland nonprofit organizations that are working… Read the full press release

Marriott International won multiple workplace excellence awards across Asia-Pacific region in the first 4 months of 2015

Nineteen workplace excellence awards, within four months across the Asia-Pacific region Asia Pacific, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced its Asia Pacific (APAC) operation has won a series of prestigious workplace awards within the first four months in 2015, including being named 2015 China Top Employer by Top Employers… Read the full press release

14 Southern California Marriott Hotels joined forces to offer “Coast Into Savings” Spring travel promotion

Newport Beach, Calif., 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Southern California is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the country. It’s the land of Hollywood make believe, fantasy theme parks, surfers and skateboarders, luxury shopping, celebrities, a laid-back lifestyle, golf, and, of course, the endless summer. To help travelers discover the endless possibilities for… Read the full press release

Finavia currently tests ticket inspection machines that will make customer service faster, both in security control and at the gate

Helsinki, Finland, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia has purchased ticket inspection machines, and the machines are currently being tested at the airport. The new technology will make customer service faster, both in security control and at the gate. – The new machines are included in Finavia’s digitisation and service development plan, the aim of… Read the full press release

Moscow Domodedovo Airport: Ukraine International became one of the airport`s most punctual foreign carriers in March 2015

KIEV, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ukraine International became one of the Moscow Domodedovo International Airport`s most punctual foreign carriers in march and Q1 2015. Moscow Domodedovo Airport summed up the results of the punctuality contest conducted on a monthly basis in eight classes – depending on flight frequency and maximum take-off weight of the… Read the full press release

The U. S. Travel Association announces the appointment of Jena Baker McNeill as the new senior director of government relations

New Senior Director of Government Relations Committed to Advancing Federal Policies that Strengthen and Promote Travel in America WASHINGTON, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The U. S. Travel Association on Monday announced that Jena Baker McNeill is the association’s new senior director of government relations. McNeill will bolster the team’s efforts to promote policies that increase… Read the full press release

Wines from KLM World Business Class can now be ordered and delivered to your door through the website SpecialBite

From today, 20 April 2015, wines that have been especially selected for KLM World Business Class can be ordered and delivered to your door through the website SpecialBite. These wines are carefully picked by connoisseurs for KLM, so that we can offer our passengers the loveliest of choices. KLM has regularly won international prizes for… Read the full press release

Woodland Park Zoo to bring guests closer to tigers than ever before when it opens its new Banyan Wilds on Saturday, May 2

SEATTLE, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Woodland Park Zoo to bring guests closer to tigers than ever before when it opens its new Banyan Wilds on Saturday, May 2 WHAT: Woodland Park Zoo will present its newest stripes-tigers!-when the new Banyan Wilds opens to the community Saturday, May 2. The community is invited to… Read the full press release

Kurumba Maldives updates its activities schedule with exciting new daily fitness programs

MALDIVES, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Kurumba Maldives invites guests to enjoy a healthy escape whilst holidaying at Kurumba; be motivated and inspired to focus on fitness, as well enjoying the freedom and time away from their normal hectic life, in a paradise setting. With this in mind, Kurumba Maldives has recently updated their… Read the full press release

Charleston International Airport: United Airlines moves from Concourse A to gates B8 and B10 in Concourse B

North Charleston, S.C., 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines is moving from its long-time home on Concourse A to make way for renovations that are part of the $189 million Terminal Redevelopment and Improvement Program (TRIP). United will open at gates B8 and B10 on Tuesday morning (April 21, 2015). When exiting the… Read the full press release

The 100-foot-tall LAX Gateway pylons to be lit in various shades of green in support of Earth Day 2015 on April 22

Los Angeles, California, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The 100-foot-tall LAX Gateway pylons to be lit in various shades of green in support of Earth Day 2015 on April 22 WHAT: The 100-foot-tall LAX Gateway pylons that illuminate the main entrance to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be lit in various shades of green… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways honored with 2015 Crystal Cabin Award in the ‘Premium Class & VIP’ category for its innovative Airbus A380 upper deck cabin designs and products

Abu Dhabi, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways has scooped the coveted 2015 Crystal Cabin Award in the ‘Premium Class & VIP’ category, for its innovative Airbus A380 upper deck cabin designs and products. The ceremony was held in Hamburg, Germany, as part of the annual Aircraft Interiors Expo. The Crystal Cabin Award is… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways raised almost half a million dirhams for charity during its third annual ‘Run for a Cause’ event on the Abu Dhabi Corniche

Abu Dhabi, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways held its third annual ‘Run for a Cause’ event on the Abu Dhabi Corniche on Friday, 17 April 2015, raising almost half a million dirhams for charity. The event was attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Nasser Al Nahyan who awarded medals and prizes to the race… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo supports Philippine global export growth having nearly 150,000 tons of cargo exports from Manila to various destinations

Emirates SkyCargo carried 500,000 kg of fresh tuna to Europe, Middle East in 2014 DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo continues to witness increased demand for freight capacity from the Philippines, having exported 500,000 kg of tuna to Europe and the Middle East in 2014. The freight division of Emirates transported the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita adds new element of luxury to its tropical estate with the impending creation of The Sanctuary Collection

Mauritius, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mauritius resort to offer new Sanctuary Pool Villa category with panoramic ocean or beachfront views plus a luxurious re-model of the Presidential Suite to create a flexible three to five bedroom Presidential Suite Sanctuary A picturesque hideaway on the island’s east coast, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita… Read the full press release

Chefs Ned Bell and Seamus Mullen partner for April 28 event at YEW seafood + bar at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver

Vancouver, Canada, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Once a year YEW seafood + bar teams up with VISA Infinite to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience for food-loving cardholders. This year, Chef Ned Bell is thrilled to join forces with friend and well-known Chef Seamus Mullen for an inspired meal that blends both chefs’ styles and passions…. Read the full press release

Oman Air signed Joint Venture agreement with Luxembourg-based Cargolux Airlines International SA

Muscat, Oman, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air has signed a Joint Venture agreement with Luxembourg-based Cargolux Airlines International SA, Europe’s leading freight carrier and one of the top ten freight carriers in the world. The Joint Venture will create new opportunities for both companies in markets around the world. The agreement was signed… Read the full press release

Be among the first worldwide to drive Aston Martin’s newest models from April 25 to May 2 at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Hotel guests are invited to cruise the city in three of Aston Martin’s newest models from April 25 to May 2 Chicago, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is offering guests another one-of-a-kind luxury experience this spring. Those staying at the Hotel from April 25 to May 2, 2015 will have the… Read the full press release

China Airlines relocates its regional base to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC)

Dubai, UAE, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, will relocate its regional base to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) with effect from today. The first flight, which arrived at 10am from Taipei, was welcomed by a traditional water salute by executives from the airline and Dubai Airports. The Taiwanese… Read the full press release

Embraer Defense & Security presents at Adriatic Sea Defense & Aerospace 2015, April 22-24 at Spaladium Arena, in Split, Croatia

São José dos Campos, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Defense & Security will attend the ASDA – Adriatic Sea Defense & Aerospace 2015, which takes place April 22-24 at the Spaladium Arena, in Split, Croatia. The Company will be located at Booth 1725 and will promote a broad range of integrated solutions that combine… Read the full press release

Embraer Defense & Security to present at the FAM-Feria Aeroespacial Mexico 2015, April 22-25 at Base Aérea Militar N° 1, in Santa Lucía, Mexico

São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Defense & Security will attend the FAM-Feria Aeroespacial Mexico 2015, which takes place April 22-25 at Base Aérea Militar N° 1, in Santa Lucía, Mexico. The Company will be located at Booth E-I08 (Pavilion E) and will promote a broad range of integrated solutions… Read the full press release

Embraer Executive Jets to showcase the Phenom 100E and Phenom 300 light jets at Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In & Expo, April 21-26, Lakeland, FL

São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Executive Jets will showcase the entry-level Phenom 100E and Phenom 300 light jet, on static display, at Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In & Expo, from April 21-26, in Lakeland, Fla. “Launched in 2005, the Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 are fulfilling their mission… Read the full press release