Monthly Archives: March 2019

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto announces Nicholas Trosien as the new Chef de Cuisine of Café Boulud and Julie Garton as the new Wine Director

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Toronto’s favourite French brasserie reveals a new spring menu specially curated by new Chef de Cuisine Nicholas Trosien with pairings by Wine Director Julie Garton Toronto, Canada, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto announces Nicholas Trosien as the new Chef de Cuisine of Café Boulud and d|bar by Chef Daniel Boulud. Since his appointment, Trosien has been working… Read the full press release

Port of Oakland’s largest marine terminal is converting 13 diesel-powered yard cranes to hybrid power

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$6 million project at largest marine terminal to cut 45 tons of pollutants annually Oakland, Calif., 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Containerized cargo handling at the Port of Oakland is about to get a whole lot cleaner.  The Port said today (March 26, 2019) that its largest marine terminal is converting 13 diesel-powered yard cranes… Read the full press release

Zurich Airport to start new summer timetable on 31 March 2019

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ZURICH, Switzerland, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The new summer timetable at Zurich Airport will take effect with the switch to summer time on Sunday, 31 March 2019. It will remain in force until Saturday, 26 October 2019. Tour operating hours and observation deck opening hours have also been updated for the upcoming season. Swiss… Read the full press release

LUX* Resorts & Hotels announces the reopening of LUX* Bodrum for the summer season 2019 in Turkey

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Belle Mare, Mauritius, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* Resorts & Hotels is proud to announce the reopening of LUX* Bodrum for the summer season 2019 in Turkey. Starting 01-05-2019, guests can experience the brand new Vitalica Wellness centre, a 3, 5 or 7-day Wellness Retreat featuring customised programmes, consultations by medical professionals, holistic therapies, beauty and anti-ageing procedures,… Read the full press release

Edinburgh Castle remains the 12th most-visited attraction in the UK according to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions

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Attractions in Scotland saw the biggest increase in visitors according to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Edinburgh Castle has retained its status as the 12th most-visited attraction in the UK according to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) which today (Wednesday 27 March) released its… Read the full press release

Ryanair donates €20,000 to FAI Cerebral Palsy football team

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Ireland’s No 1 airline, today (27 Mar) announced a partnership with the FAI Cerebral Palsy football team, making a €20,000 donation to the Ireland squad, as they prepare for the Cerebral Palsy World Cup in Spain this summer. Part of the FAI’s Football For All Programme, which… Read the full press release

Steigenberger Hotel in Munich welcomes new General Manager Oliver W. Schäfer

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The hotel manager, who is very familiar with the Munich hotel industry, will manage the Steigenberger Hotel in Munich from 1st April 2019. Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Oliver W. Schäfer has many years of experience as Hotel General Manager with a strong background in the corporate and luxury hotel… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport wins ‘Best website’ and ‘Best e-commerce’ titles at The Moodie Davitt Digital Awards 2019

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Aberdeen, UK, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The winners of The Moodie Davitt Digital Awards 2019 have been announced, with Aberdeen International Airport securing the ‘Best website’ and ‘Best e-commerce’ titles. The awards, now in the sixth year, shortlisted 170 finalists from airports across the world including Heathrow, Dubai and Copenhagen. Aberdeen International Airport won… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport’s Northern Lights Lounge voted European runner up by Priority Pass

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Aberdeen, UK, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Northern Lights Lounge was runner up in the Europe region, as voted by Priority Pass members. It was recognised for its “excellent locally-inspired food and drinks offering”, as endorsed by ‘Kilted Chef’ Craig Wilson. No other lounges in the UK featured in Priority Pass’ list. The awards… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announces new service between Leipzig/Halle Airport and Kiev Zhuliany Airport from 5 July

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Schkeuditz, Germany, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the leading low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, will be running flights between Leipzig/Halle Airport and Kiev Zhuliany Airport from 5 July. This means that there will be non-stop flights between the two twin cities of Leipzig and Kiev for the first time since German… Read the full press release

It was a buck’s party that went horribly wrong… Aussie traveller takes out Fast Cover Travel Insurance and saves $87, 171.70 on medical and out of pocket holiday costs

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Aussies Thailand Bucks Party turns into Family Nightmare SYDNEY, Australia, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — House prices are almost the same as medical attention overseas! Aussie battler racks up a $87, 171.70 travel insurance claim. Mitchell Magro’s life was in jeopardy from the minute he arrived in Ko Samui, Thailand. Both his lungs collapsed followed… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport supports Northern Pride Festival, 19 – 21 July

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Manchester, UK, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — ORGANISERS OF one of the UK’s largest free LGBT+ festivals have high hopes for this year’s event, thanks to support from Manchester Airport. Manchester Airport has stepped back on board with the Northern Pride Festival to return as main stage sponsor at the event, which takes place 19… Read the full press release

Athens Airport becomes the first airport in Europe to trial facial biometrics solution, SITA Smart Path

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Greece’s largest airport becomes Europe’s first to use biometric identity at security. Athens, Greece, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers flying with Aegean Airlines from Athens International Airport are being offered a faster, more efficient journey through the airport by merely scanning their face at check-in and at security points. Athens Airport has become the… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the signing for the first Hyatt hotel in Krakow, Poland

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The property will be the first Hyatt hotel in Krakow and the return of the Hyatt flag to Poland CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today (March 26, 2019) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with 3M Hotels Group for the first Hyatt hotel in Krakow, marking… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the introduction of Thompson Hotels as the first former Two Roads brand to join the World of Hyatt loyalty program

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As the first former Two Roads brand to join World of Hyatt, Thompson Hotels provides World of Hyatt loyalty members even more places to earn and redeem points across distinct hotels and resorts CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (March 27, 2019), Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced the introduction of Thompson Hotels… Read the full press release

Cork ‘N Bottle store at CVG wins 2019 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award for Best Airport Shop for Local Merchandise

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Hebron, KY, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Regional spirits retailer Cork ‘N Bottle is pleased to announce that the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) store is a winner in the 2019 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest for Best Airport Shop for Local Merchandise. The 200 sq. ft. store located in Concourse A at… Read the full press release

Gatwick signs contract with Stanley Robotics to be first UK airport to trial valet parking robots

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Trial to run from the second half of 2019 to early 2020 Guy Stephenson: “Valet parking robots could revolutionise parking at Gatwick.”  LONDON, UK, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick has today (26 March 2019) signed a framework contract with Stanley Robotics and it will be the first UK airport to trial robots that valet… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport trials Collins Aerospace’s SelfPass biometric solution

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Passengers travelling through Bristol Airport can look forward to a new streamlined journey with Collins Aerospace’s SelfPass biometric solution. Bristol, UK, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The solution, now being trialed at Bristol Airport and Dublin Airport, is believed to be the first biometric solution that enables passengers to use a single enrollment in multiple… Read the full press release

PATA: Airbnb co-founder Nathan Blecharczyk to speak at the PATA Annual Summit 2019 (PAS 2019)

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is proud to announce that Airbnb co-founder, Chief Strategy Officer, and Chairman of Airbnb China, Nathan Blecharczyk has been confirmed to speak at the PATA Annual Summit 2019 (PAS 2019).  The event, hosted by the Department of Tourism, Philippines, will be taking place from May 9-12 at Radisson… Read the full press release

Textron Aviation recognized for its expertise in installing connectivity systems at the 62nd annual Aircraft Electronics Association Convention

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WICHITA, Kan., 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, was recognized for its expertise in installing connectivity systems today (MARCH 26, 2019) when the company accepted the 51,500 Five award as a 2018 Dealer of the Year from Gogo Business Aviation – the company’s highest honor – at the 62nd annual Aircraft Electronics Association Convention. Textron… Read the full press release

HMSHost announces winner of the fifth annual Channel Your Inner Chef competition at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport

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5th annual competition takes flight discovering and celebrating emerging culinary talent CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport’s Terminal 2 was abuzz today (March 26, 2019) as aspiring chefs faced-off in the fifth annual Channel Your Inner Chef – an innovative culinary competition created by global restaurateur HMSHost in partnership with the Chicago Department of… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announces new service from Kyiv to Leipzig in Germany

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BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the fastest growing airline in Europe and a leading low-cost carrier in Ukraine, is pleased to announce today (MAR 26, 2019) a new service from Kyiv to Leipzig in Germany. Leipzig is also a new destination in the WIZZ network available only from Kyiv for now. The first flight to this new station commences on 5 July. With this new service operating… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. introduces The Empresses of China Package

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Hong Kong, China, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. in partnership with the Smithsonian’s Freer|Sackler museum of Asian art is pleased to debut The Empresses of China Package. The offering is an evolution to the hotel’s sponsorship of the exhibition and celebrates the hotel’s many connections to China’s empresses found throughout the property. On view through… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech launches new package for guests wanting to learn more about the traditions and culture of the Berber people

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Hong Kong, China, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech has designed a new luxury accommodation package for guests wanting to learn more about the traditions and culture of the Berber people. Guests booking the five-star resort’s Berber Experience offer will discover the atmospheric Red City, find out about Moroccan culture from local residents and stay… Read the full press release

SITA’s 2019 Passenger IT Insights reveals passengers are demanding more mobile services in relation to their baggage

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Updates at arrivals are an added benefit of baggage tracking LONDON, UK, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — While the adoption of technology has improved passenger satisfaction across the airport journey, the biggest jump by far over the past year was at baggage collection. SITA’s 2019 Passenger IT Insights shows that passengers are demanding more mobile services in… Read the full press release

Manchester Airports Group selects SITA to implement further passenger self-service across its three main airports

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SITA’s self-service and baggage technology will provide a boost to airports’ capacity. Manchester, England, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its focus on delivering a faster, more satisfying customer experience, MAG (Manchester Airports Group) has selected global IT provider SITA to implement further passenger self-service across the group’s three main airports. This follows… Read the full press release

AUSTRALIA: Holiday Inn Express Newcastle opens its doors to guests from March 28

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG’s® fastest growing hotel brand will make its debut in Newcastle, Australia later this month, with the new Holiday Inn Express Newcastle opening its doors to guests from March 28. Located on King Street in Newcastle’s commercial precinct, within close proximity to the city centre, Newcastle Harbour and Honeysuckle, the… Read the full press release

Marriott International’s Tribute Portfolio announces the opening of The Sarasota Modern

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Newly Built Hotel Brings Captivating Design and Sincere Service to the Gulf of Florida SARASOTA, Fla., 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Tribute Portfolio, Marriott International’s newest collection brand and growing global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design and their drive to create vibrant social scenes for guests… Read the full press release

Emirates in search for Lebanese candidates to join its multinational cabin crew team

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Beirut, Lebanon, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is looking for Lebanese candidates to join its multinational cabin crew team. The Dubai-based airline is holding two Cabin Crew recruitment open days at Beirut and Jounieh. The Open Day at Beirut will be held at 9.00 am sharp on Saturday,… Read the full press release

THE REGIONAL MUSIC HERITAGE WEEKEND: 2019 PRESENTS “RAGTIME TO ROCKABILLY CELEBRATION”, MARCH 29-30, 2019 AT HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TEXARKANA

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark, 2019-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Friday the 29th opens with Gala Preview Concerts at Silvermoon on Broad Theatre (217 W. Broad St.) at 7pm.  Hors d’oeuvres and wine & beer will be served!  The awarding of the Scottie trophy to the winner of the Ragtime Piano Artist!  Guest stars are Joyce Grant, great-great… Read the full press release