TUI Group further expands hotel portfolio in Greece with new Robinson Club on the southern coast of Crete

Hanover, Germany, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Group continues to deliver growth in its Hotels & Resorts segment. The Group has acquired Stella Polaris S.A., a subsidiary of the Greek Karatzis Group and owner of land on the southern coast of Crete, to open a new Robinson Club. With the Robinson Clubs Kyllini… Read the full press release

GBTA welcomes David Pekoske as the next Transportation Security Administration (TSA) administrator

Alexandria, VA, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — On Thursday, the U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed David P. Pekoske as Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration. The following statement may be attributed to Michael W. McCormick, GBTA Executive Director and COO. “GBTA welcomes David Pekoske as the next Transportation Security Administration (TSA) administrator and looks… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains offers 50% off family travel on selected East Coast route

Virgin Trains offers 50% off family travel on selected East Coast route   LONDON, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains is launching a summer family promotion* on its East Coast route, offering 50% off family travel on selected routes between August 7 and September 10, for journeys booked between July 31 and September… Read the full press release

CAA and GASCo jointly developed training package targeting infringing pilots

LONDON, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Pilots who infringe airspace in the UK may now be asked to attend a safety awareness course, it was announced today (1 August, 2017). The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the General Aviation Safety Council (GASCo) have jointly developed a unique training package targeting infringing pilots. The… Read the full press release

Oman Air announces codeshare agreement with Royal Jordanian on Muscat-Beirut via Amman flights

MUSCAT, Oman, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is delighted to announce a free sale codeshare agreement with Royal Jordanian on flights between Muscat and Beirut via Amman and vice versa. Under the terms of the agreement, which became effective from June 15, the… Read the full press release

San Antonio welcomes visitors of all abilities with an array of ultra-accessible vacation options

San Antonio welcomes visitors of all abilities with an array of ultra-accessible vacation options   San Antonio, TX, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — San Antonio’s array of attractions and historic sites, partnered with its dedication to accessibility, is making the destination one of the leading options for vacationers of all abilities. While attractions like… Read the full press release

Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio announces revamped marathon and half marathon course for the 2017 event

Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio announces revamped marathon and half marathon course for the 2017 event   SAN ANTONIO, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon today (August 02, 2017) announced a revamped marathon and half marathon course for the 2017 event. The course changes were made… Read the full press release

Travelport to provide DER Touristik Suisse continued access to its content and technology

Langley, U.K., 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading Travel Commerce Platform, today (3 August 2017) announced the signing of a new, multi-year extended agreement with leading service provider to the global travel industry, DER Touristik Suisse, providing the Swiss tour operator with continued access to Travelport’s content and technology. Through this agreement,… Read the full press release

Hotel Santiago (Formerly the Grand Hyatt Santiago) opens under Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group management

HONG KONG, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotel Santiago opens today (1 August 2017) under Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group management, following the Group’s announcement in May. Formerly the Grand Hyatt Santiago, the property will undergo an extensive guestroom and public area renovation, the first stage of which is scheduled for completion in the third quarter of… Read the full press release

Marriott International set to start construction of JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort

Marriott International set to start construction of JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort   Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today (08/03/2017) that construction will begin in the fourth quarter on the 16-story, $282 million JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort, which will provide Orlando visitors a new… Read the full press release

Four Points embarks on a journey to discover the world’s Best Brews

Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — POINT 1: Four Points, a booming Marriott International hotel brand known for its love of beer, is embarking upon a global trip discovering the world’s best brews. The journey kicked off at the new Four Points Manhattan Midtown West last night, the eve of International Beer Day, and… Read the full press release

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts and The Joffrey Ballet partner to Bring On-Demand workout videos to Hotel Rooms Around the World

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts and The Joffrey Ballet partner to Bring On-Demand workout videos to Hotel Rooms Around the World   Luxury Hotel Brand and America’s Premier Ballet Company Team Up to Bring On-Demand Barre Classes to Hotel Rooms Around the World Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts,… Read the full press release