The fuel-efficient twin-engine aircraft have a maximum range of 11,500 kilometres. The new A330-200s will lift to 29 the number of new long-haul aircraft Iberia has ordered, which includes 13 A330-200s and 16 late model A350-900s. MADRID, 2015-11-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia has confirmed an order for two long-haul Airbus A330-200s, to be… Read the full press release
MADRID, 2015-11-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Se regalarán 5 millones de Avios, repartidos en 7 premios, entre los clientes que alquilen su vehículo con Avis entre el 1 de noviembre y el 15 de diciembre a través de www.avisiberia.es. Avis Car Rental e Iberia estrenan hoy “El Mundo en una maleta”, una promoción con la que repartirán… Read the full press release
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-11-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain’s Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications H.E. Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed will inaugurate the two-day annual Arab Aviation and Media Summit 2015. The fifth edition of the summit will take place on the 7th & 8th of December 2015 in the Kingdom of Bahrain’s capital, Manama. The… Read the full press release
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-11-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Al Nemah, Acting Undersecretary for Civil Aviation Affairs at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) hosted the ICAO Seminar on Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) at the Moevinpick Hotel in Muharraq. The seminar was conducted by… Read the full press release
Agency’s new top lawyer Hon. Richard J. Holwell is a former federal judge and law firm partner whose legal career spans nearly 45 years NEW YORK, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port Authority announced today that the Honorable Richard J. Holwell – a former federal judge with nearly 45 years of experience in… Read the full press release
EDINBURGH, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — A new book published today (Monday 2nd November) aims to overturn the popular perception of St Kilda as a community isolated from the rest of the world. St Kilda: The Last and Outmost Isle combines the results of the most detailed archaeological survey of the islands ever undertaken,… Read the full press release
INDIANAPOLIS, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The three white rhinos living at the Indianapolis Zoo weigh a combined seven tons. Yet that’s not even half of the amount of recyclable materials collected this past spring during the Zoo’s Power Recycling Weekend presented by Ingram Micro U.S. Mobility and Lifecycle Services. The Zoo will host this semi-annual… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, is today celebrating the most successful Rugby World Cup to date, with a total of 2.47 million tickets sold. England’s Rugby World Cup has broken a host of records for the host nation including ticket sales and attendance. 98 per cent of available… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Marco Polo Hotels has named Jorgen Christensen as General Manager of Marco Polo Changzhou. Jorgen has been in the hotel industry for over 25 years and has held senior positions with highly regarded hotel companies such as Accor, Shangri-La and Langham. He has effectively opened four luxury… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — H.E. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, Thailand’s Minister of Tourism and Sports, reiterated plans to position Thailand as a Quality Leisure Destination through Thainess at the Thailand Networking Lunch for buyers, invited delegates and media, held on 2 November, the first day of the World Travel Market (WTM) 2015. H.E. Kobkarn said,… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has rolled out a number of strategic activities to promote the good image of the kingdom as a top tourist destination at one of the most important travel trade events in Europe, the World Travel Market (WTM), from 2-4 November, 2015. TAT first attended… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is extending full support to Pattaya City and relevant authorities in setting up the Jetski Tourist Assistance Centre in order to resolve jetski scam and ensure the safety and security of tourists. The Jetski Tourist Assistance Centre is under a joint supervision… Read the full press release
Seoul, Korea, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — A biography of the late Chairman and founder of Hanjin Group, Cho Choong-hoon, titled ‘BUSINESS as an ART’, has been published and is now available to the public. An event, to launch the book detailing Mr. Cho’s extraordinary achievements, was held during the 70th anniversary celebration of the Hanjin… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-11-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The 2015 summer holiday season has led to a further record for incoming tourism to Germany. For the period of January to August, the Federal Statistical Office has counted overall 54.5 million international overnight stays in accommodation establishments with at least ten beds, which is 2.9 million nights… Read the full press release
DENVER, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Outdoor enthusiasts celebrate winter in Colorado because with the falling snow comes a new selection of activities to be enjoyed on the state’s diverse trails. From winter hiking and cross-country skiing to snowshoeing and fat biking there are adventures, guided tours and special events to be experienced on trails across… Read the full press release
Just 286 suites, providing guests with small-ship intimacy 8 restaurants and further creative dining options, offering the ultimate in food choice Monte Carlo, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises today announced that guests will be able to book from next Monday, 2 November, for its new flagship, Silver MuseSM, which begins sailing in April 2017…. Read the full press release
BRUSSELS, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, further strengthens its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by announcing the Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Al Naseem. The stylish midscale hotel will be the group’s first property to open in the holy city of Makkah…. Read the full press release
Hospitality giant planning newly built Wyndham hotel in South East Asian tourist hotspot, Halong Bay HALONG BAY, VIETNAM, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Building on strategic efforts to grow its brands throughout key leisure markets in South East Asia, Wyndham Hotel Group today announced an agreement for its first property in Vietnam, the new construction, 217-room… Read the full press release
The New Extended-Stay Property is Scheduled to Open in 2016 Puerto Vallarta, Jal, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — G6 Hospitality, known for its iconic economy lodging brands, Motel 6 and Studio 6 in the U.S. and Canada, announced the ground breaking of its brand new Estudio 6 property in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. This is the second… Read the full press release
CALGARY, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority, and key airport and emergency service agencies will be conducting a security training exercise at Calgary International Airport (YYC) on Wednesday, November 4 from 9 p.m. until approximately midnight. The exercise will take place within the terminal building, in an isolated area; however, passengers… Read the full press release
CALGARY, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority unveiled a unique new passenger amenity today at Calgary International Airport (YYC), a WeWatt electronics charging station, with the help of Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid of the Belgians, Representative of His Majesty the King. This three-seated stationary bike, developed in Belgium, allows users… Read the full press release
Today (Nov 02, 2015), Norwegian and UNICEF have sent an aircraft fully loaded with school supplies and emergency aid to Jordan to help Syrian refugee children. The aircraft is now on its way from Copenhagen to Amman in Jordan as part of Norwegian and UNICEF Norway’s efforts to help some of the two million Syrian… Read the full press release
Norwegian has carried over 70,000 passengers since launching its first flights in March The low-cost carrier has introduced more new routes than any other airline Low-cost flights to Tenerife and Gran Canaria launch this week BIRMINGHAM, 2015-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Low-cost airline Norwegian continues its rapid expansion at Birmingham this week with the… Read the full press release
ORLANDO, Fla., 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Vacation Club announces a Fall deal for Marriott Rewards members to some of the best travel destinations around the world. Our luxurious resorts and amenities provide the perfect setting for rest, relaxation and reconnecting with family and friends. Marriott Rewards members can enjoy 20 percent off on spacious… Read the full press release
La primera fase del acuerdo prevé la apertura de dos grandes resorts en los mejores destinos vacacionales de Tailandia, bajo las enseñas Sol Beach House y Paradisus, y un hotel ME by Meliá en Bangkok Con la entrada en el segundo país más visitado del sudeste asiático, Meliá concentra ya el 40% de sus futuros… Read the full press release
ITB World Travel Trends Report forecasts rising figures for world tourism – Germany remains world champion for outbound trips – Latest surveys by the IPK World Travel Monitor® published exclusively by ITB Berlin BERLIN, GERMANY, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Worldwide economic factors along with the refugee crisis in Europe are impacting very differently… Read the full press release
50 years of ITB Berlin: that is something that has to be celebrated – taking as its slogan ‘From Berlin With Love’ and in cooperation with airberlin, ITB Berlin is sending 50 Berliners to destinations around the world – residents from Berlin can also apply for three trips BERLIN, GERMANY, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted the importance of overcoming airspace congestion, taking advantage of innovations with the New Distribution Capability (NDC) and aligning with the global industry strategy for reducing aviation’s climate change impact for the further successful development of aviation in the Middle East. “The… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The winter holiday travel season is soon to arrive, and that means flu season is around the corner. Have you gotten your flu shot yet? How about getting one the next time you travel through O’Hare International Airport? Ginger S. Evans, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Aviation… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to announce that several members of its Safety and Security Section, as well as some of its airport security partners at O’Hare and Midway International Airports, are recipients of 9/11 Medals from the International Association of Airport and Seaport Police (INTERPORTPOLICE). The… Read the full press release