Airline upgrades daily Cape Town flights to a Boeing 777 DOHA, Qatar, 2016-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has increased daily capacity to the popular family holiday destination Cape Town, with the introduction of a Boeing 777 serving the route from this month. This means an additional 158 seats per day from Doha… Read the full press release
MUNICH, GERMANY, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport has announced plans to expand Terminal 1. With the construction of a new pier and a central building complex, the terminal will gain capacity for an additional 6 million passengers per year. “The planned expansion is comparable to the construction of an entirely new airport…. Read the full press release
Crowd at the launch of Changi Airport’s year-end festivities SINGAPORE, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Changi Airport is the destination to be for all aspiring Pokémontrainers from Singapore and overseas as it becomes the lair for the pocket monsters that have taken the world by storm. Popular Pokémon characters – Pikachu and his… Read the full press release
Los Angeles, California, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Women in Transportation-Los Angeles (WTS) has recognized Los Angeles World Airports as “Employer of the Year.” The award, presented at the organization’s 30th Annual Scholarship and Awards dinner last night recognizes LAWA’s continued efforts to support and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace, as well as its… Read the full press release
Carlson Rezidor won in three award categories at the 17th edition of the Worldwide Hospitality Awards ceremony in Paris Brussels, Belgium, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — On November 14th, at the 17th edition of the Worldwide Hospitality Awards ceremony in Paris, Carlson Rezidor stormed to victory in three award categories. The awards are a… Read the full press release
DSA Architects to design first of its kind five-star beach resort for Rezidor Hotel Group on Cape Verde Islands Brussels, Belgium, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies in the world and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces their very first resort… Read the full press release
Shannon Airport: New Shannon to Frankfurt route begins next summer Lufthansa announcement marks new departure for Shannon Airport SHANNON, Ireland, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport is set to get its first ever scheduled Lufthansa air service next summer when the airline introduces a new Shannon to Frankfurt route. The service will operate… Read the full press release
Fashion houses will present their best wares for the upcoming Christmas season at Shannon airport Leading outlets from across the region present in top-to-toe guide for Christmas season Top prize of flights for new Shannon-Stockholm service and much more up for grabs on the night SHANNON, Ireland, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon will… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas customers are a step closer to experiencing world-leading inflight Wi-Fi, following the successful hardware installation on the trial aircraft last week. The Boeing 737-800 aircraft (registration VH-XZB) has re-entered commercial service, but will operate for a few months without the Wi-Fi being available. In the meantime, Qantas and… Read the full press release
ST. LOUIS, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Progressive® Insurance came together last week with the National Auto Body Council (NABC), and many others in the collision industry to support military members and their families as part of the fourth annual Keys to Progress® program. This year’s initiative provided more than 100 newly… Read the full press release
Langley, U.K, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading travel commerce platform, today (15 November 2016) announces Australia-based Fly365.com as the first online travel agent (OTA) in the Asia-Pacific region to implement its innovative merchandising technology, Travelport Rich Content & Branding. With Rich Content & Branding, Fly365.com now offers its customers direct… Read the full press release
Matthew Powell appointed Managing Director for Travelport in the Middle East and South Asia Langley, U.K, 2016-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE: TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform, has announced the appointment of Matthew Powell to the role of Managing Director in the Middle East and South Asia. Matthew’s Travelport career spans… Read the full press release
Aberdeen, Scotland, 2016-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The growing business community at Maxim Office Park is now being served by local bus links provided by First Glasgow. The First Glasgow network connects Motherwell, Wishaw, Holytown, Airdrie, Whifflet and Coatbridge with Maxim and Eurocentral, within an impressive 30-minute journey time. These new services offer increased transport… Read the full press release
MIAMI, FL, 2016-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International, in partnership with James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Schwartz, has introduced a new menu highlighting artisanal ingredients at 150 Central Park onboard Harmony of the Seas, Allure of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas. Guests can enjoy Schwartz’s simple, elegant approach to American dining… Read the full press release
ALLENTOWN, Pa., 2016-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announces new, nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale, Florida from the Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE). To celebrate the announcement of new service from Allentown, Allegiant is offering one-way fares on the new route for as low as $69.* “We’re very excited to announce this… Read the full press release
GENEVA, Switzerland, 2016-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of an Airport Wildlife Trafficking Assessment Tool which will help defeat smugglers of endangered species. The Assessment Tool, developed in partnership with the World Customs Organization (WCO) with support from the USAID ROUTES Partnership, will be piloted with WCO… Read the full press release
Passenger Numbers to Double by 2035 Mexico City, 2016-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments in Latin America and the Caribbean to work with industry to make infrastructure a priority in unlocking aviation’s economic and social benefits. Passenger demand in Latin America and the Caribbean is expected to more… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In the new agreement, available for sale on ba.com from today, customers will be able to book seats on Alaska flights to seven destinations across the West Coast of America and three in Hawaii direct for travel from November 23. Holidaymakers wanting to hit the surf can fly onwards… Read the full press release
Marrakech, Morocco, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Marrakech introduces its new Executive Chef Thierry Papiller. Currently at the culinary helm of Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca, Thierry will join the team at Four SeasonsResort Marrakech team on December 1, 2016. His new position will allow him to keep a protective eye on his… Read the full press release
Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh announces the appointment of Sanju Upadhyay as the new Spa Manager at the pearl of the Red Sea resort. Moving from the enchanting garden island that is Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa, the Resort team feels very fortunate… Read the full press release
Recycled Hygiene Products Benefit Disadvantaged People in North America and Developing Regions Worldwide ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced today it has entered into a partnership with Clean the World to collect and recycle hotel soap and bottled amenities that will help fight the spread of hygiene-related… Read the full press release
Eight tropical locations offer 20-percent off promotion for stays of 3-nights or more ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced a limited-time tropical getaway promotion at eight of its Caribbean properties. Guests who book trips of three-nights or more by… Read the full press release
Industry-first agreement grants IHG® Rewards Club members free Kindle Singles and Kindle Books from Amazon Publishing DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces a new benefit for members of its loyalty program, IHG®Rewards Club, through an industry-first agreement with Amazon. IHG Rewards Club… Read the full press release
DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has today announced that over 120,000 colleagues from its hotels and corporate offices worldwide joined this year’s week of global awareness and fundraising activities in aid of the IHG® Foundation. The activities, which took place during September’s inaugural… Read the full press release
Just in time for holiday travel, new promotion allows IHG Rewards Club members to receive entry into weekly sweepstakes to earn various prizes and unique experiences DENHAM, UK, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Rewards Club, the loyalty program for InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), has partnered with Mastercard® to bring its members the excitement of the… Read the full press release
Attractive all-inclusive Economy fares for domestic travel starting at INR 1099* Guests to enjoy substantial discounts on key routes during the 4-day sale MUMBAI, India, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, today announced an exciting winter sale for guests planning their domestic travel. With all-inclusive fares starting at INR 1099,… Read the full press release
A total of 145 new pilots were hired in 2016 – All of them have completed their training In 2017 Austrian Airlines is again looking on the marketplace to recruit pilots without any flight experience – Training will take place in the “European Flight Academy”, the Lufthansa Group flight school Interested persons can submit applications… Read the full press release
BERLIN, Germany, 2016-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — airberlin now flies up to three times a day from its Dusseldorf hub to Geneva. The new route is particularly attractive for business travellers due to the large number of flights, offering extremely flexible flight times between the Rhine metropolis and Geneva, home to many international organisations… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2016-Nov-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced plans to continue its expansion from the West Coast with new nonstop service between San Diego and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport beginning March 15, 2017. “Our San Diego customers will soon enjoy nonstop flights to this historic seaport city, as well as easy access to the nation’s… Read the full press release
Nearly 15,000 pounds of toys will be shipped across Alaska ANCHORAGE, Alaska, 2016-Nov-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines, together with the U.S. Marines and Alaska Toys for Tots, is shipping nearly 15,000 pounds of toys across the state of Alaska this holiday season. From Southeast Alaska to the Arctic Circle, this year’s shipment marks… Read the full press release