Monthly Archives: July 2018

LUX* Resorts & Hotels announces further sustainable tourism developments in the Maldives

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Belle Mare, Mauritius, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* Resorts & Hotels is set to significantly boost its green footprint, Travel Gold Life and Green Globe certifications with further sustainable tourism developments announced in the Maldives, following their Australian Roadshow 9-20 July. The new initiatives build on the brand’s global Tread Lightly program which targets a carbon… Read the full press release

Hawanawana Spa at Four Seasons Resort Lanai recognised with ISPA 2018 Innovate Award

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Hawanawana Spa provides the ultimate spa experience Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Hawanawana Spa at Four Seasons Resort Lanai has been recognised by the International SPA Association (ISPA) with a 2018 Innovate Award. The ISPA Innovate Awards celebrate ISPA members’ creative solutions and products that help continue to move the spa industry forward. ISPA members determined… Read the full press release

HMSHost, Indiana Toll Road and 7-Eleven celebrate completed travel plaza network and new APLUS convenience stores

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HMSHost, Indiana Toll Road, and 7-Eleven hold grand opening at Wilbur Shaw Travel Plaza to celebrate completed travel plaza network and 7-Eleven’s new APLUS convenience stores ROLLING PRAIRIE, IN, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers on the Indiana Toll Road (ITR) can now enjoy new state-of-the-art travel plaza facilities with leading amenities and modern… Read the full press release

Indianapolis Airport Authority employees named to the 2019 Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Series and to the Airport Business Magazine’s 40 Under 40 List

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Stanley K. Lacy program, Airport Business find top protégés at Indy airport INDIANAPOLIS, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Two rising young stars within the Indianapolis Airport Authority’s management team are in the spotlight this month for their professional achievements, leadership potential and community commitment. IAA’s Manager of Communications Megan Carrico and Business Development Analyst… Read the full press release

BUD Security Kft celebrates its fifth birthday

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BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The security screening of twenty-five thousand passengers and thousands of bags checked in per day, guaranteeing the security of an airport with 13 million per year – these are the main responsibilities of BUD Security Kft celebrating its fifth birthday in July. The subsidiary of Budapest Airport (100%… Read the full press release

Norwegian unveils summer 2019 schedule with 37% more weekly departures from Ireland to the USA and Canada

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Airline confirms summer 2019 schedule with new route and increases from Dublin and Shannon Flights from Cork Airport to Providence-Boston to return next summer LONDON, UK, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian today (Jul 20, 2018) continues its growth in Ireland by announcing its new expanded 2019 summer schedule with 37% more weekly departures to… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Innovation Hub and SAP launch startup innovation challenge to explore the potential of blockchain technology in the aviation industry

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The idea contest from the Lufthansa Innovation Hub and SAP.iO Berlin Foundry seeks blockchain-based solutions that make the traveler’s customer experience, processes, supply chains, and maintenance procedures at airlines smoother, safer and more interconnected Ideas can be submitted in three categories until August 31, 2018 Participants can further develop their ideas in exchange with experts… Read the full press release

Extranomical Tours is a 2018 Travelers’ Choice Award Winner

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Muir Woods & Wine Country with Gourmet Lunch from San Francisco Rated as One of the Best Wine Tours in the World SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Extranomical Tours, a leading touring and sightseeing company in Northern California, is proud to announce that it has received The 2018 Travelers’ Choice Award… Read the full press release

Oman Air welcomes Ghaith Mohammed Al Darmaki as new Senior Vice President, IT department

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MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is delighted to introduce Mr Ghaith Mohammed Al Darmaki as the new Oman Air Senior Vice President of the IT department. He joins the airline at a vital time of network and fleet expansion. Mr Al Darmaki, an… Read the full press release

IHG announces New Zealand’s first Hotel Indigo with the signing of Hotel Indigo Auckland scheduled to open in 2021

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland will welcome New Zealand’s first Hotel Indigo to the neighbourhood in 2021, with IHG signing an agreement with Ninety Four Feet, an Australasian property development, investment, and construction company, to open Hotel Indigo Auckland. Uniquely, no two Hotel Indigo properties are the same, with each… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways and Boca Juniors present the Argentinian football club’s new jersey

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Airline is the Official Jersey Sponsor of the Argentinian football club through the 2021-22 season   Qatar Airways operates daily flights to the Argentinian capital Buenos Aires from its home and hub, Hamad International Airport DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and Boca Juniors are pleased to reveal the top Argentinian… Read the full press release

Emirates to introduce two additional flights to Lyon and one to Paris per week

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Lyon to become daily service with two extra flights per week Paris to get one additional flight per week DUBAI, U.A.E., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates today (18 JULY 2018) announced that it will introduce two additional flights to Lyon and one to Paris per week, complementing its existing schedule and providing even more… Read the full press release

Emirates wins World’s Best Inflight Entertainment award for the 14th year in a row at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018

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Airline also voted best airline staff service in the Middle East this year. Dubai, UAE, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has won World’s Best Inflight Entertainment award for the 14th year in a row at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018. The airline also secured a service excellence award for best airline staff… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Doha names Jeff Rednour as General Manager

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Four Seasons veteran takes the helm at the city’s most captivating property Doha, Qatar, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Veteran Four Seasons hotel executive Jeff Rednour has been appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Doha.  In his new role, Rednour will be responsible in overseeing the award-winning 232-room luxury property. “Jeff is an ideal choice to… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle appoints Tori Boos as new Director of Marketing

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Seattle, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle has welcomed the return of Tori Boos to Four Seasons as the Five-Star Hotel’s new Director of Marketing. Boos’ accomplishments with various hotel brands include exceeding business goals; curating unique experiences; and bringing dynamic sales and marketing strategies to life. “From the moment you reach out… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas names Michaelyn Bradford as the new Head Golf Professional at TPC Four Seasons

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Michaelyn Bradford joins the Four Seasons Dallas team as TPC head golf professional, only female head pro in the TPC network Dallas, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — When you know you’ve found the right person for the job, the stars align for the individual and the company.  Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at… Read the full press release

IHG announces Kimpton® Tokyo Shinjuku slated to open in 2020

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers to Tokyo looking for the ultimate boutique hotel experience will have their wishes granted in 2020 with the opening of Kimpton® Tokyo Shinjuku by IHG and TSUKADA GLOBAL HOLDINGS Inc. The 162-room bespoke hotel will feature bold, playful design, award-winning dining and unique amenities, with three… Read the full press release

London Gatwick welcomes the arrival of quieter and more fuel efficient aircraft of easyJet

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easyJet’s new A321neo aircraft are quieter and more fuel efficient Gatwick reduces noise impacts while growing passenger numbers Gatwick investing in major infrastructure to facilitate next generation of aircraft GATWICK, UK, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — London Gatwick is investing for the arrival of a new fleet of larger, quieter easyJet aircraft, which will reduce… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines launches new Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card

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Country singer Brett Eldredge takes the card with more points, perks and priority on tour, and in the air for launch WILMINGTON, Del., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Jul 19, 2018), Chase (NYSE: JPM) and Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) introduced the new Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card. The Priority card has all of the same benefits as the… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific to start new non-stop service between Hong Kong and Seattle on 31 March 2019

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Non-stop services to “The Emerald City” start from March 2019 HONG KONG, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific will commence a new non-stop service to Seattle on 31 March 2019, becoming the only airline that will directly link Hong Kong with the fastest-growing city on the west coast of the United States. Cathay Pacific… Read the full press release

2018 PATA Grand and Gold Awards winners unveiled

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BANGKOK, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Winners of the 2018 PATA Grand and Gold Awards are announced today (July 18, 2018) by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). These awards, generously supported and sponsored since 1995 by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), this year recognise the achievements of 27 separate organisations and individuals. The awards ceremony takes… Read the full press release

Swissport International kicks off the integration of the Aerocare organization in Australia and New Zealand

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Process integration of Aerocare into the Swissport network is in full swing. The global leader in Airport Ground Services and Air Cargo Handling kicks off the re-branding of its operation in Australia and New Zealand at Sydney Airport. The conversion of all locations and all Aerocare Ground Service… Read the full press release

EASA managed project launched to enhance civil aviation ties between the EU and Latin America

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Cologne, Germany, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The European Union (EU) and Latin American states celebrated yesterday the launch of a new project to enhance their ties in civil aviation. This four-year project, managed by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), aims to enhance aviation safety, and promote the political, economic and environmental partnership… Read the full press release

Gatwick rolls out 100% electric vehicle car sharing service

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Scheme run by Bluecity – only company operating a pan-London 100% electric vehicle car sharing service – with over 300 pickup/ drop off points Ten cars based at Gatwick, with additional capacity ring fenced and ambitious plans to expand the network across London and surrounding areas Vehicles produce zero emissions supporting Gatwick’s carbon neutral status… Read the full press release

UK’s aerospace and aviation sectors sign up to The Women in Aviation and Aerospace Charter

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50 companies in aerospace/aviation have signed up to the Charter. Members of the Charter include aerospace manufacturers, airlines, airports, trade bodies and others. Bristol, UK, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Women in Aviation and Aerospace Charter reflects the aspiration of the industry to see gender balance across all levels. The Charter: Commits organisations to… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Regency Zhenjiang China

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CHICAGO, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (July 18, 2018) the opening of Hyatt Regency Zhenjiang in East China’s Jiangsu province. Set atop the East Tower of Suning Plaza, the highest skyscraper in Zhenjiang, the 318-room Hyatt Regency hotel is set to provide travelers and locals alike with a fresh perspective of… Read the full press release

City of El Dorado releases a new visitors’ reference guide

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EL DORADO, ARK., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — With the summer travel season heating up, the city of El Dorado has released a new visitors’ reference guide highlighting overnight accommodations, unique dining experiences, local festivals, live concerts and more. Released by the El Dorado Advertising & Promotions Commission and produced by the Commission’s agency of… Read the full press release

Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart

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Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart Leading travel tech start-up programme led by Expedia Affiliate Network and Hotels.com   London, UK , 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Luggage storage start-up, Stasher, has won Hotel Jumpstart, a mentorship-driven accelerator programme for innovative travel tech start-ups led by Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) and… Read the full press release

easyJet expands its fleet with its first A321neo aircraft

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LUTON, England, 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has celebrated the delivery of its first A321neo aircraft, marking the milestone with a flight into Farnborough International Airshow today (18 / 07 / 2018). easyJet CEO Johan Lundgren was joined by UK Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling, Airbus CEO Tom Enders and President of… Read the full press release

London Gatwick opens a new £2 million airline lounge style area for passengers who require special assistance

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With 90 seats new special assistance area is more than double the existing area Designed with a premium lounge feel for passengers to enjoy before flying Up to 7% of UK population avoids air travel because of a disability GATWICK, UK, 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — London Gatwick has today (17/07/2018) announced the opening of… Read the full press release