MALE, Maldives, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In response to the success of the first PATA Human Capacity Building Programme in the Maldives on July 12-17, 2017, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) organized the second PATA Human Capacity Building Programme with the theme ‘Growth Hacking: How to Scale Your Business Exponentially’ on November 22, 2018 … Read the full press release
Daily Archives: November 26, 2018
IATA announces the retirement of Baojian ZHANG, Regional Vice President for North Asia
Geneva, Switzerland, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announces the retirement of Baojian ZHANG, IATA’s Regional Vice President (RVP) for North Asia effective 14 December 2018. Zhang joined IATA from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) in 1994 and founded IATA’s operations in China. Under Zhang’s strong leadership, IATA… Read the full press release
Wizz Air announces new route connecting Palanga (Lithuania) with Dortmund (Germany)
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing airline today (NOV 23, 2018) announced a new route connecting Palanga with Dortmund. This will be the first ever route connecting these two cities. Commencing on 21 April 2019, the newest WIZZ service will be operated with two weekly flights, on Wednesdays and Sundays. Seats on the… Read the full press release
Wizz Air announces possible re-establishment and opening of Wizz Air Ukraine as a Ukrainian carrier
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines, and the leading low-cost carrier in Ukraine, announced today (NOV 21, 2018) that the President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko and the Chief Executive of Wizz Air József Váradi met to discuss the possible re-establishment and opening of Wizz Air Ukraine… Read the full press release
Gatwick Airport offers fast food options to health-conscious customers with the opening of itsu
A new itsu outlet has opened in Gatwick’s South Terminal Healthy, beautiful, varied, calorie-considered foods are on offer for Gatwick passengers itsu now operates in three London airports Gatwick, UK, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Asian-inspired, healthy restaurant itsu has opened a new outlet in Gatwick Airport, offering fast food options to health-conscious customers…. Read the full press release
Budapest Airport commences construction of a six-level multi-storey car park
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The construction of a six-level multi-storey car park (MSCP) was ceremoniously started in front of Terminal 2 of Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. In the area closed to the public since 1 October, a multifunctional car park building accommodating 2500 vehicles is to be erected. After handover, drivers… Read the full press release
Bristol Airport welcomes new restaurants and eateries
Bristol, UK, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — A seven month development project commenced in October 2018 creating new restaurants and eateries at Bristol Airport. Passengers will be able to enjoy new restaurants and brands including Frankie & Benny’s, Barburrito, EAT and Warrens Bakery after the recent tender process for several key food and beverage outlets…. Read the full press release
Bristol Airport ready to welcome international visitors as they set off on a new touring route from London to Bristol, the Great West Way
Michael Ellis MP leads where 1.5 million anticipated new visitors will follow with a journey along England’s new touring route, the Great West Way Bristol, UK, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Minister, Michael Ellis MP, has trodden the path of the Great West Way, a new touring route from London to Bristol, which aims… Read the full press release
Regional MICE industry trends for 2019
LONDON, UK, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — We’ve previously mentioned that we expect 2019 to be a booming year for the meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE) industry. With 2018 coming to a close, in today’s AP Voice we look at what trends CWT Meetings & Events thinks will impact the MICE industry globally… Read the full press release
ONYX Hospitality Group to develop a new-build Amari hotel in the city centre of Vientiane, Laos
250-room city centre riverside property to open in 2021 Bangkok, Thailand, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — ONYX Hospitality Group, one of the region’s leading hotel management companies, has a management agreement with Laos-based Asia Investment, Development & Construction Sole Co,Ltd. (AIDC), to develop a new-build Amari hotel in the city centre of Vientiane, the capital… Read the full press release
Queenstown Airport enhances visitor experience with new wayfinding signage system
Queenstown , New Zealand, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Recent visitors to Queenstown Airport may have noticed striking new wayfinding signage guiding them on their journey through the airport, from arrival point to departure point, and everything in-between. Designed to enhance the visitor experience, the aim was to provide clear, internationally-recognised signage and wayfinding… Read the full press release
TAP launches new international solidarity auction to support UNICEF
Lisbon, Portugal, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — TAP starts today, 20 November, Universal Children’s Rights Day, a new international solidarity auction of exclusive pieces from the company aircraft, whose value will revert to the UNICEF Mission devoted to children of São Tomé and Príncipe. Chairs of business and economy class, galleys, cabinets and other elements… Read the full press release
Oakwood wins the Global Network Silver Supplier Innovation Award at Cartus Corporation’s 2018 Global Network Conference
LOS ANGELES, CA, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments, was honored for outstanding performance at Cartus Corporation’s 2018 Global Network Conference, held October 15-16, 2018 at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington. The Cartus Global Network is Cartus’ industry-leading worldwide service provider network. Each year, Cartus recognizes the companies and… Read the full press release
Oakwood wins the Global Network Commitment to Excellence Gold Award at Cartus Corporation’s 2018 Global Network Conference
LOS ANGELES, CA, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments, was honored for outstanding performance at Cartus Corporation’s 2018 Global Network Conference, held October 15-16, 2018 at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington. The Cartus Global Network is Cartus’ industry-leading worldwide service provider network. Each year, Cartus recognizes the companies and… Read the full press release
Halifax Stanfield names new roadways after Major Walter Peters and Mabel Hubbard Bell
Roads Recognize Historically Significant Contributions of Major Walter Peters and Mabel Hubbard Bell Halifax, N.S., 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Halifax Stanfield is pleased to announce that Major Walter Peters and Mabel Hubbard Bell have roadways named after them at Halifax Stanfield, a milestone which was officially recognized earlier today at a reception and ribbon cutting… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya now uses only 100 percent cage-free eggs for all menu items
Luxury Kuwait City address joins Four Seasons-wide global initiative for positive impact on animal welfare and sustainable food sourcing Kuwait City, Kuwait, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — “You have to crack a few eggs to make an omelet,” goes the old saying. At Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya, you also have to open… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto announces the appointment of Steven Tran as new Executive Pastry Chef
Toronto, Canada, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto welcomes Steven Tran as its new Executive Pastry Chef. Tran brings more than a decade of invaluable experience gained from multiple Michelin-starred restaurants across the world to his first appointment with the company. In his new role, Tran oversees a team of 15 chefs working in two… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific celebrates the launch of non-stop services to Davao City (Philippines), Medan (Indonesia) and, Cape Town (South Africa)
Cathay Pacific celebrates the launch of services to Davao City, Medan and Cape Town as record-breaking year of expansion continues Hong Kong, China, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cathay Pacific Group’s continuing network growth has been highlighted over the past few weeks by the launch of non-stop services to three new destinations – Davao… Read the full press release
Dior Les Parfums Podium launched at Hamad International Airport
Passengers at HIA are invited to share their love of perfume with DIOR Renowned Dior in-house Perfumer-Creator, Mr. François Demachy guest of honour at podium launch DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Inspired by the love of perfume, Qatar Duty Free (QDF) and Parfums Christian Dior have launched a Dior Les Parfums Podium… Read the full press release