Monthly Archives: September 2018

Southwest Airlines and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities award complimentary air travel to 150 ¡Lánzate! Travel Award Recipients

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DALLAS, TX, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV), in partnership with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), has awarded 150 students, ranging from incoming freshman through graduate students, with complimentary roundtrip air travel as part of the ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! travel award program. Current ¡Lánzate! Travel Award Recipient, and undergraduate student at… Read the full press release

ICAO, European Union and EASA: Cheaper, safer and more environmentally sustainable aviation with less delays possible with the ASEAN Single Aviation Market and Seamless ASEAN Sky

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Cheaper, safer and more environmentally sustainable aviation with less delays will be enabled by the ASEAN Single Aviation Market and Seamless ASEAN Sky. Challenges and opportunities were discussed at the first ICAO-EASA forum on Civil Aviation in South East Asia. For the first time, the UN International Civil… Read the full press release

IATA calls on government of Mauritius to continue to focus on aviation as a strategic enabler of the country’s economic and social development

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Port Louis, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the government of Mauritius to continue to focus on aviation as a strategic enabler of the country’s economic and social development. “The leaders of Mauritius have always understood that air connectivity is vital. As we celebrate the first half-century of… Read the full press release

British Airways announces a number of innovations to make its customers’ journeys much easier

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123,000 customers travel with the airline every single day, with a large proportion transferring The airline has invested in new technology and new vehicles in Terminal 5 to enhance the experience Dedicated connections staff will help customers travel through the airport LONDON, UK, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The airline has come up with a… Read the full press release

British Airways launches a new route to the island of Kos, Greece

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Customers can start plotting their Greek escape now as British Airways launches a new route to the island of Kos. Seats are available to book on ba.com from today with flights operating on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from May 15 through to October 26, 2019. Fares start from £70 one-way… Read the full press release

O’Hare International Airport named the best connected U.S. airport in the nation for 2018 according to OAG’s latest report

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel today (09/18/2018) announced O’Hare International Airport (ORD) has been named the best connected U.S. airport in the nation for 2018, and a leading international hub second only to London’s Heathrow. According to the latest report by OAG, the global authority on air service information, the… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways demonstrates strength and resilience in the face of adversity in its annual report for 2017/18

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Qatar Airways’ annual results demonstrate the airline’s determination and commitment to growth in its toughest year in two decades DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the most challenging year in its 20-year history, Qatar Airways has published its annual report for 2017/18, which demonstrates the airline’s strength and resilience in the face… Read the full press release

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) to provide baggage handling services for Air France at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has won a three-year contract to provide baggage handling services for Air France at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. PARIS, FRANCE, 2018-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The agreement covers the biggest part of the baggage flow process at the airline’s Terminal 2 hub and will see the WFS ground handling team processing tens of millions… Read the full press release

San Diego’s iconic waterfront welcomes visitors and adrenaline junkies alike during extreme, world-class water sports events this autumn

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San Diego, CA, USA, 2018-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors are invited to take the plunge and see San Diego’s typically tranquil waters churned into challenging aquatic arenas for professional daredevils to race, sail, swoop and dive the depths of its beautiful bays. This autumn, San Diego’s iconic waterfront welcomes visitors and adrenaline junkies… Read the full press release

“Kids Free San Diego” returns for the entire month of October

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During the entire month of October, more than 100 San Diego hotels, restaurants, attractions, museums, tours and transportation companies offer families the opportunity to unwind in San Diego without having to worry about breaking the bank. San Diego, CA, USA, 2018-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — “Kids Free San Diego” provides parents an opportunity to… Read the full press release

Travel to Kenya – Global Tourists Prefer Private Conservancies Prioritizing Conservation, Luxury and Privacy

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Nairobi, Kenya, 2018-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Masai Mara has fuelled African fantasies for years and without the shadow of a doubt, its wildebeest-spotted savannahs are the attractions of what a star-studded region as it became one of the wonders of the world. Dream of Africa and you dream of the Masai Mara. This… Read the full press release

VisitScotland: Fintech Fortnight to showcase Scotland’s fintech sector to the world, 17 to 28 September, 2018

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Scotland’s first Fintech Fortnight celebrating the growing and lucrative fintech sector will begin today (Monday, 17 September), in conjunction with FinTech Scotland and VisitScotland Business Events. Fintech Scotland Fortnight 2018 will run from 17 to 28 September and feature 23 events across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling, Falkirk and… Read the full press release

VisitScotland awards Hostelling Scotland’s Glen Nevis Youth Hostel its top Quality Assurance accolade

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — A youth hostel situated at the foot of the UK’s highest mountain which has welcomed more than 1.3 million guests in its lifetime is celebrating after being given Five-Star status by the national tourism organisation. VisitScotland awarded Hostelling Scotland’s Glen Nevis Youth Hostel its top Quality Assurance… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces its first Radisson Collection hotel in the heart of Italy’s Eternal City — Palazzo Montemartini

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce its first Radisson Collection hotel in the heart of Italy’s Eternal City. Built in 1881, the historic Palazzo Montemartini is an iconic hotel that stands out for its exceptional elegance and its central location close to the Baths of Diocletian and the… Read the full press release

megabus.com supports Highways England’s ‘Don’t be a Space Invader – stay safe, stay back’ safety initiative

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Inter-city coach operator supports ‘Don’t be a Space Invader – stay safe, stay back’ safety initiative New figures show extent of road casualties caused by people who drive too close to vehicle in front megabus.com invests in telematics technology and professional driver training to promote safer journeys Perth, Scotland, 2018-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Inter-city coach… Read the full press release

Planning an European Holiday with Paras

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DELHI, India, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — A holiday is a time when you’re looking forward to spending some time away from your daily monotonous routine; breathe in some fresh air, visit new places and buy souvenirs. All in all it’s a time when you expect to be freshened up by the atmosphere and… Read the full press release

Amistad Partners and Maesse Lichter Marketing to change the world of representation

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Amistad Partners (AP) and Maesse Lichter Marketing based in Cologne have partnered to offer global representation. Maesse Marketing has over 12 years’ experience in the MICE segment in Germany and will be working collaboratively with Amistad Hotel Partners to deliver value to the joint client base and strengthen AP’s… Read the full press release

Bombardier Transportation to launch a new corporate identity and product design at the InnoTrans exhibition in Berlin September 18-22

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Mobility technology leader reinvents itself with an all-new product design and corporate identity, underlined by the slogan: Together we move Bombardier’s fully interactive stand shows how its mobility solutions stimulate the economic potential of cities across the globe Berlin, Germany, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Mobility technology leader Bombardier Transportation will take the center… Read the full press release

Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare participates at the inaugural Seychelles Tourism Festival Food Fiesta

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Baie Lazare, Seychelles, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Last Sunday, 16 September, an enthusiastic team of chefs, engineers, waitresses and front office team members represented Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare at the inaugural Seychelles Tourism Festival Food Fiesta. This mélange of culinary flair was hosted for the first time by Seychelles Tourism and showcased the… Read the full press release

Heathrow announces 37 companies progressing to the next round in its search for expansion Innovation Partners

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Following first stage of innovation partner process, airport announces list of successful final bids 37 companies invited to pitch their ideas on how to deliver expansion Over 150 ideas submitted looking at sustainability, retail and operational solutions The most recent milestone as Heathrow airport gets on with the delivery of its third runway, following overwhelming… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Stellar Dining Series: Michelin-star chefs, mixologists and patissiers will tour four of Asia Pacific’s gourmet cities from November 1 to December 1

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A Rare Alignment of Six Michelin-Star Chefs Across Four Cities Hong Kong, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton is inviting guests to indulge their culinary senses at the first Stellar Dining Series, where Michelin-star chefs, mixologists and patissiers will tour four of Asia Pacific’s gourmet cities from November 1 to December 1, 2018…. Read the full press release

Wizz Air announces network adjustment and market optimization plans of its Polish operations

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1 NEW AIRCRAFT IN GDANSK, 7 NEW ROUTES, CAPACITY ACCELERATION IN WARSAW AND NETWORK OPTIMIZATION IN POZNAN BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the fastest growing airline in Europe and the leading low cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, today (SEP 18, 2018) announced network adjustment and market optimization plans of… Read the full press release

Turnberry Isle Miami to be reborn as JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa

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Aventura’s Premier Resort Unveils A New Luxury 16-Story Tower With 325 Spacious Guest Rooms Opening Winter 2018 Aventura, FL, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Turnberry Associates and Marriott International today (09/17/2018) announced that Turnberry Isle Miami, formerly part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, will reopen as part of the JW Marriott portfolio in Winter 2018…. Read the full press release

Lufthansa announces first traditional Bavarian costume flight to celebrate Oktoberfest

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Fresh draft beer available on board again after 50 years to celebrate Oktoberfest  Lufthansa traditional costume flights taking off from Munich to New York, Singapore and Shanghai  “Leberkäse”, pretzels, white sausage available in Lufthansa Lounges during Oktoberfest COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa crews are soon taking off in traditional Bavarian costume… Read the full press release

First Bus now offering contactless as a payment option on all its 14 operations

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Aberdeen, Scotland, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — An industry milestone has been achieved today (17th September), as First Bus has successfully completed the rollout of new Ticketer machines across its 5,800 fleet, with all its 14 operations now offering contactless as a payment option. Today’s announcement makes First Bus the first bus operator of its… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport wins the overall World Routes 2018 Marketing Award

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Brussels, Belgium, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — At the World Routes event in Guangzhou in China, Brussels Airport has won the overall World Routes 2018 Marketing Award, and also took home the World Routes Award in the category of 20 to 50 million passengers. Brussels Airport previously won this overall award in both 2012 and… Read the full press release

Hilton marks a landmark expansion of its all-inclusive resort portfolio with the announcement of strategic alliance with Playa Hotels & Resorts

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Announcement marks expansion in the all-inclusive space for world’s leading hospitality company MCLEAN, Va., 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today (September 17, 2018) is announcing its strategic alliance with Playa Hotels & Resorts “Playa” (NASDAQ: PLYA), marking a landmark expansion of the hospitality company’s all-inclusive resort portfolio. During a reception at the soon-to-be… Read the full press release

Emirates’ fully-enclosed First Class Private Suites awarded gold by Future Travel Experience

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Las Vegas, USA, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates airline’s fully-enclosed First Class Private Suites, launched in November last year on its Boeing 777 aircraft, has been awarded gold by Future Travel Experience (FTE) in the “Up in the Air” category. The FTE Global Awards celebrate the outstanding efforts of organizations that have gone the… Read the full press release

Emirates Airline is the Official Airline of the 2018 US Open

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New York, NY, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Airline, for the seventh year in a row, is the Official Airline of the 2018 US Open, one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments. From August 25 to September 9, Emirates engaged with guests and tennis fans through its sponsorship, providing a look into the award-winning… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific and Boeing to donate the first-ever Boeing 777 airplane to the Pima Air & Space Museum in Arizona

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B-HNL expected to fly into retirement on 18 September from Hong Kong Hong Kong, China, 2018-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific and Boeing announced today (September 17, 2018) that they are donating the first-ever Boeing 777 airplane to the Pima Air & Space Museum in Arizona, one of the world’s largest facilities devoted… Read the full press release