Norwegian reveals which routes are most popular for passengers on plant-based diets

Over 23,000 vegan meals served in the past year on airline’s long-haul flights at Gatwick London-Los Angeles route is most popular for vegans – 55% higher than average ‘Veganuary effect’ – 7% increase in vegan meal orders in Jan 2019 vs Jan 2018 LONDON, UK, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian today (Jan 30,… Read the full press release

Qantas Wellbeing app introduces new feature ‘Sleep Health Challenge’ that rewards Frequent Flyer members with Qantas Points for developing healthy lifestyle habits

The new way to earn points: so easy, you can do it with your eyes closed. SYDNEY, Australia, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Frequent Flyer members can now earn Qantas Points while they sleep using the Qantas Wellbeing app. Designed to encourage healthy sleep habits, the app, developed by Qantas Health Insurance, incentivises Frequent… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts and SCG America partner for a new Le Méridien hotel in Orange County, California slated to open in 2021

ARLINGTON, Va., 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a signing ceremony that took place yesterday, Interstate Hotels & Resorts today (JANUARY 31, 2019) announced its executed management agreement with New York City-based SCG America (SCGA) – the company leading the development of a new Le Méridien hotel in Orange County, California. Construction is anticipated to… Read the full press release

Ken Muskat returns to MSC Cruises as EVP Chief Operating Officer for the U.S. market

Muskat returns in expanded role as EVP Chief Operating Officer Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises today (January 30, 2019) announced that it has further strengthened its Florida-based business operations as well as local management team to support its expected growth across the North American region. Effective February 4, Ken Muskat returns… Read the full press release

Renaissance Hotels continues its collaboration with award-winning, Singaporean singer-songwriter Tanya Chua to redefine its signature Evenings at Renaissance program

Following her travels in Paris, singer-songwriter Tanya Chua continues her partnership with Renaissance Hotels culminating in a special performance for loyalty members and VIP guests Xi’an, China, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott International, has announced that it is partnering once again with award-winning, Singaporean singer-songwriter Tanya Chua to redefine… Read the full press release

JW Marriott introduces JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa’s reimagined look following multi-million-dollar restoration

The hotel’s evolved Mayan influences provide guests with the ultimate luxury experience in the Mexican Caribbean Cancun, Mexico, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, Inc., today (01/30/2019) announced the completion of JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa’s highly anticipated renovation, which includes an extensive transformation to all 447 lavish… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines unveils its new digital innovation lab, KrisLab

Singapore, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines has today (29 January 2019) formally opened its new digital innovation lab, known as KrisLab, as part of the SIA Group’s significant investment programme aimed at making it the world’s leading digital airline. The unveiling of KrisLab is in line with the Airline’s Digital Innovation Blueprint which… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines appoints TBWA and PHD for creative and media services

Singapore, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines has selected two agencies under the Omnicom group, TBWA and PHD, for creative and media services following an extensive six-month pitch process. The appointment will take effect from 1 April 2019 and the contract will be for five years. The announcement follows a competitive selection process… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines to recruit 19 candidates for this year’s apprenticeship training

Sixteen technical apprentices and three office clerk trainees are needed  Training commences on September 2, 2019  54 apprentices are currently undergoing training at Austrian Airlines  VIENNA, Austria, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Each year Austrian Airlines trains a large number of apprentices in different areas of the company. The field of aircraft engineering is particularly… Read the full press release

Philippines’ leading airline Cebu Pacific to expand its fleet with 12 brand new aircraft in 2019

CEB aims to fly 200 million passengers by 2020 Pasay City, Philippines, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), is set to receive 12 brand new aircraft in 2019, to support the carrier’s expansion plans this year. The aircraft deliveries include six Airbus A321neo; five A320neo; and an ATR… Read the full press release

RwandAir extends partnership with Amadeus to support plans of expanding its network and fleet

Kigali, Rwanda, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — RwandAir, the national carrier of the Republic of Rwanda, is pleased to announce its expansion through its partnership with Amadeus, a world class passenger service solution, to adopt technology that will allow its customers to benefit from improved efficiency, a better experience and increased convenience. This is in… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo creates new levels of luxury following guestrooms and suites makeover

Hong Kong, China, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo has completed a comprehensive renovation of its guestrooms and suites to create new levels of luxury, that confirm the five-star hotel’s status as one of the best in the world. The makeover of all 179 spacious guestrooms and suites draws on Japan’s rich culture, to… Read the full press release