Monthly Archives: May 2018

Gatwick’s new passenger app won Mobile Innovation of the Year at the National Technology awards and Mobile App of the Year at the Real IT awards

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Gatwick app wins Mobile Innovation of the Year and Mobile App of the Year Airport also picks up Cloud Project of the Year for its world first Flight Information System Awards herald start of Gatwick’s ‘digital transformation’ with wide range of passenger-facing digital innovations coming on stream soon LONDON, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport selected as Bath City’s Football Club shirt sponsor for season 2018-2019

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Bristol, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the Bath City FC shirt sponsorship draw, in the TR Hayes Premier Lounge at Twerton Park on 16th May, Bath City Football Club are delighted to announce the winner of the draw was Bristol Airport. Nigel Scott, Business Development Director, Bristol Airport said: ‘We are delighted to… Read the full press release

British Airways opens a brand-new lounge in Aberdeen Airport

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LONDON, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The next stage of British Airways’ £4.5bn investment plan is unveiled today as the airline opens a brand-new lounge in Aberdeen Airport. The new lounge, located within the recently completed extension of the airport, is the second to open under the airline’s new design concept. This follows… Read the full press release

British Airways signed up to the TSA Precheck programme

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LONDON, UK, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways customers will benefit from shorter security queues, and more ‘me time’ in US airports now the airline has signed up to the TSA Precheck programme. Customers who are accepted under the US government scheme can use fast track security queues, and do not need to remove… Read the full press release

Alaska Airline takes next step in its sustainability journey and goal of reducing inflight waste through partnership with Lonely Whale

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SEATTLE, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines and Lonely Whale today announced the airlines’ initiative to replace single-use, non-recyclable, plastic stir straws and citrus picks with sustainable alternatives in its airport lounges and on all domestic and international commercial flights starting July 16, 2018. The initiative is one of many in Alaska Airlines’ push for… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces onboard entertainment portal integration with iHeartRadio

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DALLAS, TX, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today a new collaboration with iHeartRadio to bring iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music and live streaming radio service to Customers as the exclusive music offering within the onboard entertainment portal on Southwest flights. Through the onboard entertainment portal integration with iHeartRadio, Customers can enjoy all… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways names Chris Kempis as Director Flight Operations

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Chris Kempis will assume the position from mid-2018 HONG KONG, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced the appointment of Chris Kempis, currently General Manager Flying, as Director Flight Operations with effect from mid-2018.* He will oversee all aspects of the airline’s flight operations. Chris takes up the position after 25 years of… Read the full press release

VisitScotland hosts visit by the Japanese ambassador and delegation to Moray Speyside

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — A selection of Moray Speyside’s finest attractions and locations are being visited by Japan’s Ambassador to the UK this week, as part of a tour to introduce the country’s travel agents to the region. The Japanese Ambassador, Koji Tsuruoka, and his wife, Yooko, are visiting Moray Speyside on… Read the full press release

Vancouver International Airport installs CHECKITXPRESS the world’s most accessible, efficient and intuitive self-bag drop unit

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CHECKITXPRESS system will expedite processing times as YVR experiences busiest year yet Richmond, B.C., 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 18, 2018), Vancouver International Airport’s (YVR) Innovative Travel Solutions(ITS) and Glidepath, one of the world’s leaders in airport baggage handling, celebrated the installation of the first CHECKITXPRESS self-bag drop unit at YVR.  CHECKITXPRESS is the world’s most… Read the full press release

Vancouver International Airport welcomes Air Canada’s new service between YVR and Sacramento International Airport

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Air Canada’s new flight further expands airline’s growing network at YVR Richmond, B.C., 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 17, 2018), Vancouver International Airport (YVR) celebrated the inaugural flight for Air Canada’s service between YVR and Sacramento International Airport (SMF). The daily, year-round connection makes YVR the first Canadian airport to offer direct-non-stop… Read the full press release

Stagecoach announces new Director appointments to deliver business change programme within its UK Bus Division

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New Business Change Director to be appointed Michelle Hargreaves and Darren Roe to take on new roles New UK Bus Managing Director appointments confirmed PERTH, Scotland, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach has announced new Director appointments to help deliver a business change programme within its UK Bus Division. The innovative new programme is designed… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to highlight the kingdom of hot springs Kyushu as part of its “Tastes of JAPAN by ANA – Explore the regions -” campaign

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TOKYO, Japan, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) Japan’s largest and only 5-Star airline, announced today that Kyushu will be the next region featured as part of its “Tastes of JAPAN by ANA – Explore the regions -” campaign. Beginning in June, the airline will highlight Kyushu, widely known as the… Read the full press release

Qantas introduces inflight meditation and expanded entertainment offering

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SYDNEY, Australia, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has introduced inflight meditation and expanded its entertainment offering to give customers more ways to relax inflight. The airline’s first meditation video (opens in new window) series has been specially designed to bring a sense of calm and help customers unwind in the air. The 10-minute guided meditation is set… Read the full press release

LATAM Airlines Group implements Amadeus Altéa Departure Control Flight Management

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The Amadeus Altéa Departure Control Flight Management solution, designed to improve productivity and automate the load planning function, promotes improved operational efficiency and optimized fuel consumption Madrid, Spain, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Optimizing fuel consumption and maximizing operational performance are top priorities for airlines. Amadeus Altéa Departure Control Flight Management was designed to… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental to manage a new hotel in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, opening in 2020

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HONG KONG, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new hotel in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, scheduled to open in 2020. The property, which will be called Mandarin Oriental, Saigon, will form part of Union Square Saigon, a commercial building in the heart of the… Read the full press release

Marriott plans to open at least five additional hotels at Simon shopping centers across North America

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From South Florida to Long Island, Marriott plans to open at least five additional hotels at Simon shopping centers across North America over the next several years BETHESDA, MD, and INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International and Simon announced their plans to open at least five new hotels at Simon shopping… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection welcomes 5 African Pride Hotels in South Africa

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Washington, D.C., , 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection, Marriott International’s distinctive collection of thoughtfully designed independent hotels, today welcomed 5 African Pride Hotels to its global portfolio, marking the debut of the brand in South Africa. These hotels include, African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, African Pride 15 On Orange Hotel, African Pride Mount Grace… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection Hotels welcomes its first hotel in Newport Beach with the opening of Lido House

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With Newport Beach’s First Rooftop Bar, the Coastal Hotel Captures Spirit of the Community with Welcoming Beach House Vibe Autograph Collection Hotels Continues to Grow its Portfolio in the Golden State NEWPORT BEACH, Calif, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International, Inc., together with R.D. Olson Development today announced the… Read the full press release

Marriott expands Marriott Moments with local-area expert recommendations, bespoke categories, and hand-curated lists of things to do this summer

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Now anyone can discover local experiences that match their passions with new, interest-based lists available on Marriott Moments Bethesda, MD, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Research shows consumers increasingly seek out enriching, local experiences when they travel. Now, with summer vacation right around the corner, Marriott is rolling out local-area expert recommendations, bespoke categories, and… Read the full press release

Travix to connect directly to Lufthansa Group’s own NDC Offer & Order Management System

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Lufthansa Group and Travix intensify longstanding partnership with joint approach on NDC under the Airline Group’s upcoming NDC Partner Programme  Travix customers will benefit from access to Lufthansa Group NDC Smart Offer Improved display of all Lufthansa Group offers on Travix’ brands CheapTickets, BudgetAir, Vliegwinkel, Vayama and Flugladen in all countries COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-18 —… Read the full press release

Lufthansa A350-900 earns the 2018 German Lighting Design Prize for its extraordinary cabin lighting

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  special prize for on-board lighting design  cabin lighting supports the well-being of the passengers already the second award for the Lufthansa A350-900 COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa A350-900 is not only the world’s most advanced long-haul aircraft, it is also the first passenger aircraft worldwide to take the changing… Read the full press release

Oman Air introduces newly redesigned Iftar Meal Boxes

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MUSCAT, Omar, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has reintroduced its special inflight offering for its valued guests observing Ramadan. In celebration of the holy month, Oman Air’s newly redesigned Iftar Meal Boxes will now be available on selected Oman Air routes from mid-May until… Read the full press release

SAS launches new high speed WiFi on its short and medium haul routes

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Passengers on SAS short and medium haul routes will now have access to a stable, fast and strong WiFi signal, enabling them to stream and work inflight problem-free. STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 16, 2018), SAS is launching new high speed WiFi on its short and medium haul routes between Scandinavia… Read the full press release

Lincoln Park Zoo marks its 150th anniversary with a free, commemorative on-grounds exhibition: From Swans to Science: 150 Years of Lincoln Park Zoo

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From Swans to Science: 150 Years of Lincoln Park Zoo Chronicles 150 Years of Care, Community and Conservation at Chicago’s Free Zoo Chicago, IL, 2018-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — For 150 years Lincoln Park Zoo has connected people with nature in the heart of Chicago. Lincoln Park Zoo will celebrate this anniversary with a free, commemorative… Read the full press release

73 restaurants to participate at the 38th Annual Taste of Chicago – the world’s largest free food festival this July

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The number of restaurants includes 26 NEW vendors representing a 63% increase from 2017 CHICAGO, 2018-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced today the lineup of 73 restaurants that will participate at the 38th Annual Taste of Chicago – the world’s largest free food festival… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport and ATEED partner to help New Zealand businesses tap into Chinese e-commerce platform Alibaba

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Christchurch, New Zealand, 2018-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport and Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) have signed a memorandum of understanding which will help New Zealand businesses tap into Chinese e-commerce platform Alibaba. The MOU will see the parties work together to help small to medium sized Kiwi businesses from both regions… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport: Singapore Airlines to start flying the latest Airbus 350 to and from Christchurch

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Christchurch, New Zealand, 2018-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport welcomes today’s announcement that Singapore Airlines will start flying the latest Airbus 350 to and from Christchurch next January. The airline has been a partner here for more than 30 years and has been flying a 777 since 2002, but the upgrade to an A350… Read the full press release

Doncaster Sheffield Airport welcomes new Wizz Air flights to Debrecen, Hungary starting 16 December 2018

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Doncaster, England, 2018-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) continues to expand its impressive scope of destinations with a new route revealed to Debrecen, Hungary’s second largest city and one of the country’s most important cultural centres. Tickets for Wizz Air flights to Debrecen, Hungary, go on sale today (14thMay 2018); holiday makers and culture seekers alike… Read the full press release

Registration now open for GBTA Conference 2018 Berlin in Partnership with VDR

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Conference Coming to Berlin Alexandria, VA, 2018-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – announced that registration is now open for GBTA Conference 2018 Berlin in Partnership with VDR. For the fifth straight year, GBTA joins its German partner association VDR –… Read the full press release

Emirates offers its signature Ramadan service for customers during the holy month

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The airline will mark Eid Al Fitr celebrations on board with sweets for customers Dubai, UAE, 2018-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will commence its signature Ramadan service for customers during the holy month, expected to begin on May 17th. Emirates’ Ramadan service consists of specially crafted iftar meals on board, relevant programming on its ice inflight… Read the full press release