The Airbus A321LR will enable Qatar Airways to connect Doha to new developing markets DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Feb-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has announced that it will convert 10 of its 50 Airbus A321neo on order to the Airbus A321LR (long range) variant of the A320 family. The A321LR is a type of… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Feb-06 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is celebrating Valentine’s Day by adding a romantic touch to the in-flight entertainment with a new category, Love is in the Air. The channel, which will run until the end of February, hosts a collection of romantic films, TV shows, audio books and music. From classics like Gone… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Feb-06 — /Travel PR News/ — 2019 is the year that sees British Airways mark its Centenary – 100 amazing years of taking the world to Britain and Britain to the world. Launching the celebrations will be a heart-warming brand campaign featuring a love letter to Britain brought to life by some of Britain’s… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, NY, 2019-Feb-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Twenty key facts about oneworld® as the global alliance marks the 20th anniversary of its launch: 1. oneworld airlines serve some 1,100 destinations in 180 countries and territories – from Aalborg to Zurich, and from Albania to Zimbabwe – and you and your baggage can be checked right… Read the full press release
Digital revolution: Customers flying on connecting flights on oneworld airlines to be able to check-in, obtain boarding passes, track baggage, receive flight updates and pay for additional services through their preferred airline’s app or website, progressively from this year. Even better customer experience: oneworld-branded and managed airport lounges to be rolled out at key airports, offering more… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, NY, 2019-Feb-06 — /Travel PR News/ — oneworld® is making it even easier for travellers to fly across its 1,100-destination global network by harnessing the power and convenience of digital technology and rolling out alliance-branded and managed airport lounges later this year. The alliance’s member airlines will progressively from this year offer the ability,… Read the full press release
Emirates’ first codeshare partnership with a Chinese carrier Agreement with China’s largest airline covers 18 routes including domestic points in China and Middle Eastern and African destinations, complementing expansive networks of both airlines Dubai, U.A.E and Guangzhou, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and China Southern Airlines (IATA code: CZ) have signed a Memorandum… Read the full press release
Upscale Brand Adds Hotel in West Orange ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), the Cambria Hotels brand continues its coast-to-coast expansion with the opening of a hotel in West Orange, N.J. The 127-room Cambria Hotel West Orange is the brand’s first hotel in New Jersey and joins its growing portfolio in Northeastern cities,… Read the full press release
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Acqualina Resort & Spa and Van Cleef & Arpels are offering an exclusive shopping experience for guests of the award-winning resort located in Sunny Isles Beach to shop in style at the exquisite boutique in Bal Harbour Shops. With Van Cleef & Arpels’ 50 year anniversary of its iconic… Read the full press release
The ultra-luxury Miami resort is a 2019 Travelers’s Choice Award Winner SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Acqualina Resort & Spa is proud to announce that it has been recognized as TripAdvisor’s #1 Luxury Beachfront Resort in the Continental US for the fifth consecutive year.| The results are based on guest reviews, in which guests… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — World Travel Awards (WTA) is pleased to announce its annual “call for entries” for inclusion in the most prestigious awards and recognition initiative in travel and tourism. Each country’s very best brands and products are now invited to submit their applications to participate and stand a chance to win… Read the full press release
Novosibirsk, Russia, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the global airline alliance oneworld®, from April 26, 2019 opens direct regular flights from St. Petersburg to Anapa. Air tickets are already on sale. Flights will be operated on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. The flight departs from Pulkovo Airport at 16:30 and lands in Anapa at 19:35. The return flight departs at 20:20 and lands in Saint… Read the full press release
Yinchuan, China, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr. Daniel Herrmann, who originates from Germany, has accumulated considerable experience within the Hospitality industries alike. He started his more than 12 years career at the Kempinski Hotel Frankfurt where he as well completed his Hospitality Management Degree. As a passionate Kempinski hotelier he worked at the Emirates… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, NY, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ —The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd announced today (January 28, 2019) that Ted Teng is stepping down from his position as President and CEO, effective April 12, 2019, after 10 years leading the company. The Leading Hotels of the World Executive Committee has named Shannon Knapp, Senior… Read the full press release
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
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
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
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
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
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, 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, 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
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
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
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
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