CHICAGO, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Attention all contractors and suppliers of every size and specialty! The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will host a Contractor Open House on Friday, February 5, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the UIC Forum. Don’t miss this chance to network in person with prime contractors and… Read the full press release
Daily Archives: January 14, 2016
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh announces the appointment of Ahmed Fawzy as its new Executive Chef
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh announces the appointment of Ahmed Fawzy as its new Executive Chef. Chef Fawzy will be overseeing all of the Hotel’s food & beverage operations that include the Lobby Lounge, The Grill, Elementsand ROSSO as well as in-room dining. Chef Fawzy has had… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways celebrates the commencement of daily non-stop service between Los Angeles and Doha
Highlights new commercial route and increased cargo service Outlines plans for further US expansion LOS ANGELES, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways held a landmark press conference yesterday at the Peninsula Beverly Hills, hosted by Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, to celebrate the commencement of a daily, non-stop service between Los… Read the full press release
Bombardier and TAG Aeronautics to end sales representative and distribution agreements in 21 Middle Eastern and North African countries
Montréal, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — As a result of a change in Bombardier’s strategic approach to aircraft sales, Bombardier and TAG Aeronautics have amicably elected to end their contractual agreements. This concludes nearly 40 years in which TAG Aeronautics served as Bombardier’s exclusive sales representative and distributor for new Challenger and Global series… Read the full press release
Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Katara Hospitality partner for the recently launched Murwab Hotel Group
Doha, Qatar, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Katara Hospitality, two of the world’s leading hospitality companies, have entered into a master partnership agreement for the recently launched Murwab Hotel Group, Katara Hospitality’s standalone hotel operating division. Effective immediately, four of Murwab Hotel Group’s existing luxury hotels in Qatar and… Read the full press release
New Zealand: Weta Workshop launches behind-the-scenes tour into Wellington’s film precinct
New Zealand’s Weta Workshop has just launched a premium experience that gives guests exclusive behind-the-scenes access. WELLINGTON, New Zealand, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The artists and craftspeople at New Zealand’s Weta Workshop – known for their work on an ever-increasing portfolio of international blockbusters – have just launched a premium private-guided experience that… Read the full press release
New Zealand’s golf courses named in the top 50 golf courses in Golf Digest’s annual top 100 list
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Two of New Zealand’s most picturesque and challenging golf courses have been named in the top 50 golf courses in Golf Digest’s annual top 100 list. Each year respected golf publication Golf Digest lists the best courses on the planet. Hawke’s Bay’s Cape Kidnappers and Northland’s… Read the full press release
Welcome the new year of the Monkey with “lucky” dishes at Hotel ICON
This Lunar New Year, Hotel ICON is offering a variety of “lucky” dishes available from 6 to 22 February 2016. From delectable braised oyster with conpoy and black moss to tasty snacks such as turnip pudding, this will be the perfect opportunity for family, friends and couples to spend some quality time together. HONG KONG,… Read the full press release
WTTC announces the 15 Finalists for its 2016 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
LONDON, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the 15 Finalists for its 2016 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards in the five categories; Community, Destination, Environment, Innovation and People. The 15 Finalists, which were chosen after a rigorous judging process, showcase the highest level of sustainability practices within… Read the full press release
WTTC congratulates the Government of Brazil for adopting Olympics visa exemptions
LONDON, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) congratulates the Government of Brazil for adopting new policies that exempt tourist visas for citizens from the U.S. Australia, Canada and Japan during Brazil’s hosting of the 2016 Olympics, 1 June to 18 September 2016. Brazil is a strong tourism economy,… Read the full press release
GBTA BTI™ Outlook – U.S. 2015 Q4: U.S. business travel will continue to grow at stable and steady rates despite global volatility
U.S. Business Travel Spending to Hit $299.9 Billion in 2016, $310.4 Billion in 2017 Alexandria, VA, 2016-1-14 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. business travel will continue to grow at stable and steady rates over the next two years, despite significant headwinds from Asia Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East. These findings are part of the… Read the full press release