Bali at Sayan, Indonesia, 2015-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Sean Mosher has been appointed Resort Manager of Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan. He moves to the mountain retreat from Four Seasons Resort Langkawi in Malaysia, where he held the same position. The Canadian native joined the company in 2002 as Communications Manager for Four Seasons… Read the full press release
SR Technics cements its position as a leading provider of component services for Boeing 787 Swiss technical services provider builds on long standing relationship with the national airline of the UAE ABU DHABI, 2015-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — SR Technics, one of the world’s leading providers of technical services for airlines, today announced that it… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2015-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been named the “Best Airport – Asia” at the 2015 Asian Freight, Logistics & Supply Chain Awards (AFLAS) organised byAsia Cargo News. The AFLAS awards are designed to recognise outstanding organisations for demonstrating leadership, as well as consistency in service quality,… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2015-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) celebrated its fifth anniversary yesterday having firmly established itself among the top 20 busiest international cargo hubs and a growing reputation as an efficient and convenient passenger airport. When DWC opened on 27 June 2010, Dubai Airports outlined an ambitious plan… Read the full press release
Budapest, Hungary, 2015-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The new line maintenance hangar of leading Central and Eastern European low cost carrier Wizz Air is taking shape quickly at the heart of the aircraft maintenance (MRO) area at Budapest Airport. The new hangar will be handed over to Wizz Air on 1 September 2015, and… Read the full press release
PARIS, 2015-6-29 — /Travel PR News/ — For its fourth edition, #AFDigiDays is addressing a topical subject: attracting visitors to Paris and the rest of France. Digital services have revolutionized how travellers ‘consume’ air transport. Today, almost every other journey is purchased online, and more than two thirds of travellers consult websites before they travel…. Read the full press release
Amstelveen, 2015-6-29 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM won four awards at the Cannes Lions Award Show with our #HappytoHelp Campaign. It’s the world’s biggest annual awards show and festival and viewed as one of the most prestigious advertising prizes. In October 2014 from a special glass pavilion at Schiphol Plaza in Amsterdam Airport the #HappytoHelp customer… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-6-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Wondertree, the relaxed contemporary family restaurant, is to open at the end of June 2015 at Gatwick Airport’s South Terminal. Customers at Wondertree will be able to enjoy either dining in the restaurant or a Wondertree take-away. Food will be cooked to order from an open plan kitchen… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-6-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport announces exceptional growth with annual results demonstrating once again why the airport is the best and only deliverable choice for the UK’s next runway. CEO Stewart Wingate said today’s results show why momentum and support has grown rapidly for Gatwick where a new runway can be… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-6-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading independent travel agent adds Dolphin selling and product management modules to existing back-office technology. London-based independent travel agent Lee’s Travel has undertaken further investment in its Dolphin technology platform. The independent global consolidator, celebrating over 40 years in the industry, will use the extended platform to sell… Read the full press release
173-room Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside to open later this year Cairns, Australia, 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Taisei Kanko Australia Pty Limited for the 173-room Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside. The hotel, currently operating as the Mercure Cairns Harbourside will… Read the full press release
Bad Pyrmont, Germany, 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hotel Fürstenhof in Bad Pyrmont has undergone a comprehensive programme of renovation. All 44 rooms have been perfectly adapted to suit the needs of regular hotel guests simply seeking relaxation as well as to meet the requirements of private patients and healthcare tourists attending the adjacent Fürstenhof… Read the full press release
We Want Your Brightest Ideas to Help Us Build the World’s Best Washroom at YVR Richmond, B.C., 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver International Airport is on the lookout for ideas on how to build the world’s best washroom. Soliciting ideas in the categories of sustainability, innovation and accessibility, YVR is seeking input from the travelling… Read the full press release
Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation signing reinforces BC-China ties Richmond, BC, 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Vancouver Airport Authority (YVR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation with Shanghai Airport Authority (SAA) designed to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations and jointly develop air services, cultural exchanges and business opportunities. “We are very excited… Read the full press release
Aviation safety partners team up to raise awareness about the dangers of laser use Richmond, B.C., 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Vancouver Airport Authority (YVR), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Transport Canada joined forces to address the growing number of laser strikes on aircraft in the Lower Mainland. Aligned with Transport Canada’s national campaign,… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas customers in Perth and Singapore can once again enjoy direct flights between the two cities with the service returning to the airline’s international network from today. QF71 departed this afternoon from Perth bound for Singapore, one of five return services that Qantas will operate each week with its Boeing… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Qantas Group will work with its fellow shareholders in Jetstar Hong Kong to review the enterprise, following the Air Transport Licensing Authority’s decision to reject the local carrier’s application to establish an operation in Hong Kong. Jetstar Hong Kong – a joint venture between Shun Tak Holdings… Read the full press release
An exclusive new competition on the theme of Mark Osborne’s new movie The Little Prince; The winning movie of the French Cuts Collection by Air France competition is revealed. PARIS, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — This summer, Air France is offering its 6,000,000 fans on social networks* the opportunity to take part in original… Read the full press release
MILAN, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — From 25 June to 8 July, Air France is joining the French Pavilion for a new exhibition and invites everyone to discover its catering offer and the best of French lifestyle. In keeping with the theme of the World Expo in Milan “Feeding the planet, energy for life”,… Read the full press release
Airline receives more awards, inflight magazine, Sawubona, voted top of class SEYCHELLES, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA), the leading airline on the African continent, this weekend continued its winning streak by receiving two awards at the World Travel Awards™, where it was named Africa’s Leading Airline for 21 years in row Besides… Read the full press release
The Pacific Asia Travel Association and the International Union for Conservation of Nature strengthen focus on sustainable tourism in the Asia Pacific region BANGKOK, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) have launched a new partnership in the form of a memorandum of understanding (MoU), recognising the positive… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the election of two new members to the PATA Executive Board, effective immediately. Ms Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director, Macau Government Tourist Office, and Mr Stewart Moore, Chief Executive Officer, EarthCheck, have been appointed to the PATA Executive Board… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton posts the 1,000 Global Travel Tip on Foursquare CHEVY CHASE, MD, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — In a milestone moment, The Ritz-Carlton has published its 1,000th travel tip on Foursquare. The brand’s Foursquare campaign, entitled “World Concierge” enable travelers to immediately receive well-curated information as they ‘check-in’ at iconic landmarks and places… Read the full press release
Nairobi, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for governments, safety regulators and industry to take action to drive aviation connectivity and infrastructure development in Africa for the economic and social development of the continent. “Africa is set to be one of the fastest-growing aviation regions over the next 20 years,… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — This year the sustainability leaders at Coca-Cola, Renew Merchandise, and the Hudson Group will join the Chicago Department of Aviation at the 2015 Airports Going Green Conference, October 25-28, in Chicago. Attendees will have a unique opportunity to hear the success stories of these companies, see products and… Read the full press release
Certificate awarded in recognition of consistent quality, authentic food and service at Qatar Duty Free’s Marché Restaurant DOHA, Qatar, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has been accredited ISO 22000 for its 600-seat restaurant with production facilities Marché, in Hamad International Airport (HIA), recognising its commitment to quality, cleanliness and service. The road… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines and Accenture co-host an LGBT Pride Month event featuring retired NBA player and LGBT Advocate Jason Collins who will share his personal journey as the first openly gay player in the NBA DALLAS, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) shows its continued commitment to the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,… Read the full press release
Turpin to bring fresh flavour to acclaimed Italian restaurant’s wine program Los Angeles, 2015-6-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Culina, Modern Italian is getting a fresh face for summer with the addition of talented Sommelier Rebekah Turpin, who will be overseeing the wine program at the Cal-Italian restaurant known for its crudo bar and soulful housemade pastas…. Read the full press release
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-6-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has announced the winners of its 2015 Airline of the Year Award and 2015 Aeronautical Service Provider Award. Judy Nicholl, General Manager Aeronautical Operations, says the annual awards recognise excellence by the service providers and airlines at Auckland Airport. “The Aeronautical Service Provider Award… Read the full press release
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-6-24 — /Travel PR News/ — New Zealand’s new duty free shopping experience starts from 29 June 2015, with the arrival of Auckland Airport’s two new international duty free retailers, Aer Rianta International and LS Travel Retail Pacific. Aer Rianta International will trade as “The Loop Duty Free” and LS Travel Retail… Read the full press release