Recognition for the programme’s industry-first dynamic upgrade rewards and Cash+Miles offers Close to 1.5 billion miles redeemed by members Dubai, U.A.E., 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — For the second consecutive year, Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, was presented with the accolade for ‘Excellence in Management’ at the Loyalty Awards 2019… Read the full press release
Extended-Stay Brand Opens Fifth Hotel Near Hoosier State Capital ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, in collaboration with Loftus Robinson, announced the opening of the WoodSpring Suites Indianapolis – Zionsville. Located at 6007 Perry Worth Road, the new hotel is the fifth WoodSpring Suites… Read the full press release
From Tinga Tinga paintings to shield-making and sound safaris, Serengeti Safari Lodge reveals new, educational kids’ activity program Serengeti, Tanzania, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — As the home of bucket-list adventure, Serengeti National Park draws travellers from around the world to witness unrivalled, up-close wildlife sightings that captivate every age of safari-goer. And now,… Read the full press release
Shanghai, China, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai recently promoted Even Cai to Director of Marketing. Even committed herself to hospitality as she acquired a Master Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management from Hong Kong Polytechnic University, further to her undergraduate study in Airline Management from Shanghai University of Engineering Science. Born and raised in Shanghai,… Read the full press release
To start the year in style, art lovers are invited to discover the new Rachid Hanbali’s exhibition showcasing the beauty of Morocco Marrakech, Morocco, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate his artistic return to Morocco, the painter Rachid Hanbali takes over Four Seasons Resort Marrakech. Originally from Morocco and now living between London and… Read the full press release
Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Il Lago Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva has just had its star confirmed by the Michelin Guide. “Il Lago’s recently-confirmed Michelin star delights us all the more because it rewards the work and know-how that our team brings to bear on a daily basis and without which we… Read the full press release
Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (27 FEBRUARY 2019) announced the opening of seven more Holiday Inn Express hotels from the IHG-SAMHI partnership. The hotels are spread across some of the key cities in India, including, Pune, Hyderabad, Nashik, Ahmedabad… Read the full press release
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The new SAS campaign “Scandinavia Starts at Takeoff” is inspiring travelers from around the world to visit Scandinavia. Across four short films employees of SAS share what they love most about Scandinavia. “Scandinavia Starts at Takeoff” is the name and concept behind the new SAS campaign launched on… Read the full press release
SHANGHAI and BERLIN, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global publisher of exclusive offers and experiences for members, has seen a highly positive reaction from its members in China to the company’s #GreenAmbassador initiative. The #GreenAmbassador is the first in a series of initiatives to be launched by Travelzoo as part of its new Global Sustainability Campaign to champion… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Risk Mitigation and Crisis Recovery Management will be the theme of the upcoming ‘PATA Human Capacity Building Programme’ in Sabah, Malaysia. Hosted by the Sabah Tourism Board (STB), the two-day intensive workshop will be held on April 17-18, 2019 at the Marriott Hotel Kota Kinabalu. “Global economic losses… Read the full press release
First ITB Virtual Reality Lab at the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show – In Hall 10.2 experts highlight the prospects for VR and AR in tourism and offer an insight into the latest technologies and projects – Visitors can explore ITB Berlin with Pokémon GO Berlin, Germany, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Virtual Reality instead of… Read the full press release
Madrid, Spain, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Basque Culinary Center (BCC) are co-organizing the 5th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism, on 2-3 May 2019 in San Sebastián, Spain. The Forum is supported by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism of Spain, the Basque Government, the Provincial… Read the full press release
Miami, FL, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on industry and governments to work together more closely to keep aviation secure in the face of evolving security threats and the forecast doubling of passenger demand to reach 8.2 billion by 2037. “Flying is secure. But keeping it that way… Read the full press release
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Attractions and experiences have until Friday 1st March to enter the search for Northern Ireland’s Best Small Visitor Attraction – a competition which will offer the winner a prize of £30,000 free marketing support and brand visibility at George Best Belfast City Airport. Launched by the airport… Read the full press release
Airline committed to supporting IATA’s Diversity and Inclusion Awards for the next ten years DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to partner with The International Air Transport Association (IATA) for the launch of the ‘IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards’, which promote greater gender diversification in the aviation industry. The… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways strengthens its commitment to fighting wildlife crime DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has launched an industry-leading training programme focused on preventing illegal wildlife trafficking. The bespoke e-learning package, developed by Qatar Airways to enhance employee awareness regarding the illegal trafficking of wildlife, is targeted at those roles within the… Read the full press release
Erlanger, Ky., 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (February 26, 2019), the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), Christian Moerlein Brewing Company and HMSHost celebrated the grand opening of the new Christian Moerlein Malt House Taproom at CVG. The more than 1,600 square-foot full-service restaurant and bar is operated by global restaurateur HMSHost in Concourse A… Read the full press release
Bengaluru, India, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of Holiday Inn Express Bengaluru Yeshwantpur. Strategically located near World Trade Centre and major tourist attractions in the city, Holiday Inn Express Bengaluru Yeshwantpur is a 40-minute drive from the airport and a… Read the full press release
New South Wales, Australia, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE Hotels’ Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Northbank has unveiled a stunning new look following a multi-million-dollar refurbishment. Located in Melbourne’s CBD, the Adina Melbourne Northbank has been thoughtfully designed with the modern traveller in mind. In true Melbourne style, a playful combination of historical décor and… Read the full press release
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will launch new seasonal flights direct from Melbourne to Queenstown to meet the growing number of Australians seeking winter holidays in New Zealand over the peak ski season*. Between 21 June and 27 August 2019, Qantas will operate three services per week between Melbourne and Queenstown with… Read the full press release
€30,000 donation to help in the fight against plastic Frankfurt am Main, Germany,, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its environmental commitment, Deutsche Hospitality has handed over a cheque for €30,000 to the Pacific Garbage Screening organisation on behalf of the MAXX by Steigenberger brand. Pacific Garbage Screening was established at the… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Flight Operations has developed a new navigation technique that allows the airline to carry additional cargo into Kabul International airport. The innovative missed-approach procedure developed by the airline has replaced an older technique that required cargo bound for Kabul to be offloaded in Dubai during low-cloud… Read the full press release
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Fiji Airways, Fiji’s National Airline and Japan Airlines today (February 26, 2019) announced a codeshare arrangement that makes travel between Japan and Fiji much more convenient for travelers. Both airlines are members of the oneworld® alliance family, with Japan Airlines being a fully-fledged member while Fiji Airways is a… Read the full press release
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines is pleased to unveil its First and Business Class champagne, wine and Japanese sake selection, which will be served on its international flights. To highlight the carrier`s First Class selection, JAL will serve Salon 2007, a rare vintage champagne, to its First Class customers on international flights… Read the full press release
Eclectic mix includes Wyclef Jean, Patty Griffin, Steve Earle and Andrew Bird Austin, U.S.A, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — South by Southwest’s longest running event aimed at locals will return next month as Four Seasons Hotel Austin joins together with KUTX 98.9, the Austin Music Experience, for four days of live performances benefiting the Health Alliance… Read the full press release
Chiang Mai, Thailand, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai presents a feast of Korean flavours by Chef Jason Kang, Executive Sous Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen. Born and raised in Korea, Chef Jason brings his culinary craft, honed over two decades, to surprise and engage the tastebuds of Four Seasons guests… Read the full press release
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, is delighted to announce the introduction of its exceptional Radisson Collection brand to the Polish capital of Warsaw. Currently undergoing a remarkable transformation, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Warsaw will be yet another unique addition to… Read the full press release
Monaco, France, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea’s guests continue to enjoy a range of enrichments aboard the Tale of Tales World Cruise 2019, including a range of enrichment events—both onboard and shoreside— including fascinating lectures from the voyage’s esteemed ‘Tale Tellers.’ Pico Iyer, Saroo Brierley, Harold Koda, and Laksmi Pamuntjak have each joined the… Read the full press release
Basel, Switzerland, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation announces it has completed the rebranding of its six Hawker Pacific FBOs in Australia. The Australian FBO facilities are located in Brisbane (2), Cairns, Darwin, Perth and Sydney. Effective February 1, 2019, all six FBOs in Australia operate under the Jet Aviation logo. Jet Aviation expanded its customer offerings… Read the full press release
The addition of 26 Shell Vacations Club resorts to RCI affiliate portfolio adds new destinations for members in world’s largest timeshare exchange network ORLANDO, Fla., 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange as part of Wyndham Destinations (NYSE:WYND), continued its strong growth with the addition of 103 new properties to its affiliate exchange… Read the full press release