Qatar Duty Free: UnionPay cardholders will benefit from 10% discount when they shop at QDF in Hamad International Airport

UnionPay cardholders will receive a 10% discount when they shop at Qatar Duty Free in Hamad International Airport until July 20, 2015 DOHA, Qatar, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has announced that UnionPay cardholders will benefit from a 10% discount when they shop at QDF in Hamad International Airport (HIA) up until… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Privilege Club launched the new Qatar Airways Globetrotter campaign for members to earn bonus Qmiles and travel badges

Frequent Flyers can earn rewards exploring Qatar Airways’ worldwide network Collect Globetrotter travel badges to win bonus Qmiles DOHA, Qatar, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Privilege Club, the five-star airline’s loyalty programme, has launched the new Qatar Airways Globetrotter campaign exclusively for members to earn bonus Qmiles and travel badges as they enjoy exploring… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® announces its newest sponsorship as the Official Airline of the LA Dodgers

Carrier Extends All-Star Roster from the Runway to the Diamond with Sponsorship of Five Major League Teams this Baseball Season DALLAS, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is stepping up to the plate and ready to play ball this season as the Official Airline of five Major League Baseball Teams. With the… Read the full press release

AEGEAN renews its image and evolving the presence of its staff members with new uniforms designed by renowned London-based Greek fashion designer Sophia Kokosalaki

Kifissia, Greece, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — AEGEAN, a Star Alliance member, renewing its image and evolving the presence of its staff members, presented itsnew uniforms, designed by the renowned London-based Greek fashion designer Sophia Kokosalaki. In choosing Sophia Kokosalaki to design the company’s new uniforms, AEGEAN reaffirms its commitment to promote the work of… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport marks 70th anniversary of the first commercial flight to land at Shannon with a collection of memorabilia

Items to include photography of famous stars passing through airport, model aircraft, airport VIP signature book and items donated by public Shannon, Ireland, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport is set to enhance its passenger experience with a collection of memorabilia for the public to view while waiting for flights to depart. Located in… Read the full press release

Accor’s PLANET 21 highlights 2014: since 2011 – 5.6% in water consumption, – 4.5% in energy consumption and – 3.8% in CO2 emissions

PARIS, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — On the occasion of Planet 21 Day when Accor employees worldwide mobilize in favor of sustainable development, the Group shares its achievements and the progress made, both environmental and social. As Arnaud Herrmann, Accor’s Sustainable Development Director, explains: “Against a backdrop of reorganization of the company, our results… Read the full press release

Vienna Airport announces the launch of Estonian Air’s new flight service between Tallinn and Vienna

VIENNA, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Estonian airline Estonian Air has launched a new flight service between Tallinn and Vienna. The new connection from the Estonian capital city was celebrated in the context of a press reception on the occasion of today’s inaugural flight. The new flight connection was officially inaugurated in the… Read the full press release

Maldives won three awards at the National Dive Travel Awards at the Marine Dive Fair held in Japan, Tokyo

MALDIVES, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives has won three awards at the National Dive Travel Awards, at the Marine Dive Fair held in Japan , Tokyo from 3-5 April 2015. Maldives was once again selected as the “Best Dream Destination” at the Marine Diving Awards 2015. This is the 15th consecutive time that… Read the full press release

Maldives participates in Azerbaijan International Tourism Fair (AITF) in Baku

MALDIVES, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives participates in Azerbaijan International Tourism Fair (AITF) which commenced today in the capital Baku. This is the first time Maldives is represented in the AITF fair by the national tourism board. Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) along with 5 companies with 10 representatives from the… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports names Eng. Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei as Chief Executive Officer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — I am delighted to announce that our Board of Directors has appointed Eng. Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei as Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Airports, effective immediately. Eng. Mohamed Al Mazrouei brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in delivering major infrastructure projects, including… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton exclusive guide to help you celebrate Sakura, the iconic Cherry Blossom season

The Ritz-Carlton Viewing Tips and Experiences Help you Celebrate Sakura Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Bonded by a tree rooted in culture and tradition, the Washington, D.C. Ritz-Carlton hotels and the luxury brand’s properties throughout Japan have collaborated on an exclusive guide to celebrating Sakura, the iconic Cherry Blossom season. For tips, … Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of the first stage of the 142-room Fairfield Inn & Suites Saltillo in Coahuila, Mexico

Hotel marks second hotel in operation part of the partnership with FibraHotel Saltillo, Mexico, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced today the opening of the first stage of the 142-room Fairfield Inn & Suites Saltillo, expanding the brand’s roster of Mexico properties to three. A second tower of the hotel with an additional 41 rooms… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. completes the sale of The New York EDITION hotel for net cash proceeds of approximately $343 million

Manhattan’s first EDITION in landmark Clock Tower Building Scheduled to Open in May Bethesda, Md., 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced it has completed the previously contracted sale of The New York EDITION hotel for net cash proceeds of approximately $343 million.  Today’s transaction is the last in a… Read the full press release

Marriott announces sweepstakes across its portfolio of brands to mark its millionth mobile check-in

Marriott Rewards members Using Marriott Mobile Check-In Have the Chance to Win a Share of Millions of Marriott Rewards Points Bethesda, Md., 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate its millionth mobile check-in, Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) is announcing a sweepstakes across its portfolio of brands. From April 2nd to December 31st, 2015, Marriott Rewards members… Read the full press release

Marriott now the largest full-service hotel company in Canada

Bethesda, Md., USA and Toronto, Canada, 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced it has completed the acquisition of the Delta Hotels and Resorts brand and management and franchise business from Delta Hotels Limited Partnership, a subsidiary of British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (bcIMC).  The transaction increases Marriott’s distribution in Canada to more… Read the full press release

Enterprise Car Sales partners with the March of Dimes Greater Kansas to improve the health of mothers and babies in the community

Local Team Donating $100 for Every Vehicle Sold in April KANSAS CITY, Kan., 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Car Sales, a service of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, is partnering with the March of Dimes Greater Kansas to improve the health of mothers and babies in the community. In support of the nonprofit’s premier Kansas City March for… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rent-A-Car acquires Britain’s biggest independent car sharing company City Car Club

Reinforces Position as Leading UK Mobility Provider LONDON, 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest vehicle rental business, today announced the acquisition of City Car Club, Britain’s biggest independent car sharing company. The purchase reinforces Enterprise’s capabilities as one of the UK’s leading providers of mobility solutions to individuals and businesses that require… Read the full press release

Agoda.com announces instant room upgrades in eight of the Philippines’ favorite destinations

SINGAPORE, 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is offering instant room upgrades in eight of the Philippines’ favorite destinations – Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Bohol, Davao, Batangas, Angeles City and Tagaytay. Scoring free upgrades on airlines or hotels or car rentals is… Read the full press release

Cebu Pacific Air launches Android mobile app to make booking and checking in for flights more convenient

PASAY CITY, Philippines, 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific Air (PSE:CEB) rolls out its mobile app for Android, to make booking and checking in for flights more convenient for its passengers. With the mobile app, travelers can book one-way or roundtrip flights for up to 14 passengers on CEB and Tigerair… Read the full press release

Jet Airways announces codeshare agreement with airberlin

To connect Berlin and Dusseldorf via Abu Dhabi Mumbai, 2015-4-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has entered into a codeshare agreement with airberlin, Germany’s second largest airline effective April 2015. This development will see Jet Airways placing its code (9W) on airberlin’s (AB) daily flights to Berlin (TXL) and Dusseldorf (DUS)… Read the full press release

Wizz Air to introduce allocated seating to enhance customers’ travel experience and satisfaction from May 2015

WIZZ AIR CONTINUES TO ADD SERVICES TO IMPROVE PASSENGER EXPERIENCE BUDAPEST, 2015-4-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today announces that from May 2015 the airline will introduce allocated seating to enhance customers’ travel experience and satisfaction. On selected routes from 4 May 2015 and… Read the full press release

Wizz Air opens its 21st base in Lublin (Poland) with one new Airbus A320 on 14 September 2015

BUDAPEST, 2015-4-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today announced that it will open its 21st base in Lublin (Poland) with one new Airbus A320 on 14 September 2015 as well as further increases in its regional Polish services. Already served by WIZZ flights, Lublin… Read the full press release

Tourism Industry Association New Zealand calls for entries for the 2015 Hotel Industry Awards

Auckland, New Zealand, 2015-4-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Experiencing its best period of business for many years, New Zealand’s hotel sector is looking to celebrate its highest achievers as it calls for entries for the 2015 Hotel Industry Awards. “These awards are an opportunity to celebrate leaders in this valuable sector and highlight individuals… Read the full press release

VietjetAir increases flights from Ha Noi to Bangkok and the flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok

Ho Chi Minh City, 2015-4-3 — /Travel PR News/ — From May 18th, 2015, VietjetAir will increase the current flights from Ha Noi to Bangkok (Thailand) to 2 round trips per day and the flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok (Thailand) to 3 round trips per day, which will offer guests a more flexible… Read the full press release

IHG’s Hotel Indigo® brand announces the signing of its first hotel in the state of Colorado, The Hotel Indigo Denver

Boutique brand to move in to Union Station neighborhood in winter 2016 ATLANTA, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) Hotel Indigo® brand, which has 61 locations open in 12 countries, announces the signing of its first hotel in the state of Colorado, which will connect guests with Denver’s Lower Downtown neighborhood (LoDo). The Hotel… Read the full press release

IHG launches new global business bookings programme IHG Business Rewards

A new global business bookings programme from IHG® Rewards Club that offers rewards on all business bookings   Buckinghamshire, UK, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announces the launch of IHG Business Rewards, from the world’s biggest hotel loyalty programme – IHG Rewards Club. IHG Business Rewards is a new, global business… Read the full press release

IHG welcomed Holiday Inn Resort Bali Benoa to its portfolio of hotels on the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia

BALI, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has welcomed Holiday Inn Resort Bali Benoa to its portfolio of hotels on the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia. The new resort features 171 rooms and a host of recreation facilities, offering guests a relaxing getaway on what is one of Bali’s most family-friendly beaches…. Read the full press release

IHG to bring the Candlewood Suites® brand to Mexico with the signing of two new properties in the states of Guanajuato and Queretaro

Signing of two new hotels in Guanajuato and Queretaro mark the extended stay brand’s entry into the country MEXICO, D.F., 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces plans to bring the Candlewood Suites® brand to Mexico with the signing of two new properties in the states… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® adds 141-unit apartment complex in Redwood City, Calif., to its global portfolio

LOS ANGELES, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 141-unit apartment complex in Redwood City, Calif., to its global portfolio through its $4 billion joint venture with Singapore-based Mapletree Group. The property is the third Oakwood-branded property acquired by the Mapletree Group as… Read the full press release

Hershey Country Club Golf Courses recertified as “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary” by the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program

Collaboration Delivers Natural Products for Treatments and Retail Hershey, PA, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — This spring, The Spa At The Hotel Hershey is proud to announce its new signature product line in conjunction with TARA Spa Therapy. The Spa is upgrading its Chocolate, Cuban and Noche Azul collections; body treatments; and retail products to… Read the full press release