Monthly Archives: June 2019

Accor announces material progress in the divestment process of Orbis’ real estate assets

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Accor agreed key terms of taking over Orbis’ hotel services business for €286m, and begins disposal of its real estate operations, whose Gross Asset Value (excluding corporate overheads) totaled €1.18bn at end-2018 Paris, France, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — In line with its “asset-light” strategy, and as presented at Capital Market Day on November 27, 2018, Accor announced today… Read the full press release

SFO hosts new exhibition showcases studio craft made by California artists

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Studio craft combines the characteristics of traditional, handmade craft with the refined qualities of fine art. Made by professional artist-craftspeople who work in a variety of media, studio craft includes both utilitarian items and more experimental pieces that focus on aesthetics over function. For many, studio… Read the full press release

British Airways hosted the Pitch on a Plane competition using on-board WiFi

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LONDON, UK, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — London and San Francisco – A British Airways flight has touched down at London Heathrow from San Francisco this morning, having been on quite a unique journey – it hosted the Pitch on a Plane competition using on-board WiFi.  The airline joined up with Founders Forum to give five start-ups the chance to pitch their ideas to a host of judges on board the flight… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport deploys electric buses transport visitors to and from the Paradise City festival

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Brussels, Belgium, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport is the proud sponsor and sustainability partner of the most eco-conscious Belgian festival, Paradise City, in neighbouring Steenokkerzeel. To help the festival achieve its green ambitions, Brussels Airport is deploying several electric buses to take the visitors to and from the festival. This eco-electro combination has… Read the full press release

Bangkok Airways’ frequent flyer program launches the “Points Travel Sale” campaign

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Flyer Bonus, a frequent flyer program of Bangkok Airways launches the “Points Travel Sale” campaign, offering KTC-BANGKOK AIRWAYS credit card members a chance to redeem air tickets using only 50% of the normal flight awards redemption rates. The offer is valid for one-way or round-trip tickets on Bangkok… Read the full press release

BWI Marshall Airport invites charitable groups to apply for free space in terminal to display information

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Charitable Groups Invited to Apply for Free Space in Terminal to Display Information Baltimore, MD, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — A new program at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is offering local charitable nonprofit organizations the opportunity to increase public awareness among the airport’s millions of travelers.  The Community Partners Program provides space throughout the BWI… Read the full press release

Marriott International opens Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam, New Africa Hotel; its second Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Tanzania

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (06/10/2019) announced the opening of its second Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Tanzania, Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam, New Africa Hotel. The original New Africa Hotel was built as the official residence of Kaiser Wilhelm II in… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago announces free cultural events this summer celebrating Chicago’s Latino communities

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Series of free movies, music, markets, dance, and theatre events kick off June 11 to celebrate Chicago’s Latino communities Chicago, IL, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today (June 11, 2019) announced dozens of free cultural events this summer celebrating… Read the full press release

Environment Scotland, Orkney Islands Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise partner to conserve the Heart of Neolithic Orkney site

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — An ambitious new partnership to shape the future direction for Orkney’s World Heritage Site has been unveiled today (11 June 2019). The partnership brings together Historic Environment Scotland, Orkney Islands Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, who have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to conserve the Heart… Read the full press release

Hilton Cambridge City Centre introduces a lemon drizzle rainbow cake to celebrate Cambridge’s first LGBTQ event

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“Love is sweet and colourful, just like our delicious rainbow cake” Cambridge, England, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of the first LGBTQ event taking place in Cambridge this summer, Hilton Cambridge City Centre has introduced a lemon drizzle rainbow cake. Layered in the six colours of the Pride flag, the commemorative cake also offers a… Read the full press release

Hilton Pattaya appoints new Commercial Director, Jean-Baptiste Papin

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PATTAYA, Thailand, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Pattaya has appointed a new Commercial Director for its uniquely designed hotel. Jean-Baptiste Papin most recently served as senior cluster revenue manager of the Hilton Revenue Management Consolidated Center, Asia Pacific. “We are excited to welcome Jean-Baptiste Papin to our unique hotel. I am confident that Jean-Baptiste’s wealth… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes IndiGo’s new daily direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Abu Dhabi

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Flags off new daily direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Delhi and Mumbai Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IndiGo, India’s largest airline, commenced two new daily direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Abu Dhabi yesterday. IndiGo, India’s largest airline, commenced two new daily direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Austin announces summer programming in 2019

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Ceviche classes, champong and stand-up paddleboarding on the activity lineup Austin, U.S.A, 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Austin is embracing its identity as an “urban resort” with the launch of new summer experiences and activities that make the most of the downtown Austin hotel’s lakeside location and laidback vibe. “Our sprawling green lawn… Read the full press release

Beaufort Hotel joins Ascend Hotel Collection

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) welcomes the Beaufort Hotel to its portfolio of unique, boutique, and historic hotels and resorts that reflect their surrounding community. The brand’s newest addition, situated on the idyllic Crystal Coast, channels the Tar Heel State’s rich maritime culture and highlights the collection’s continued growth… Read the full press release

Airbus to participate in the Critical Communications World exhibition, Kuala Lumpur

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Dubai, UAE, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Airbus, a leading provider of secure communications and collaboration solutions, will be showcasing its next-generation communication developments for mission and business critical use at the Critical Communications World (CCW) 2019, taking place in Kuala Lumpur from 18 to 20 June. This year, no fewer than six distinctive… Read the full press release

Ryanair to acquire Malta Air

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair Holdings, Europe’s largest airline group, today (11th June) announced it has agreed to purchase Malta Air, a Maltese start up airline, into which Ryanair will move and grow its Malta based fleet of 6 B737 aircraft. This investment in Malta Air will allow Ryanair to grow its already… Read the full press release

Jumeirah Group unveils its diverse MICE offerings across its new hotel portfolio in Abu Dhabi

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The diverse MICE offering spans vibrant city, tranquil desert and stunning beach locations The focus supports Abu Dhabi’s Economic Vision 2030 and looks to capitalize on the 7% annual growth forecasted for MICE in the capital* Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel group has unveiled its diverse… Read the full press release

Hyatt proudly supports WorldPride 2019 as Platinum Sponsor

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CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — In honor of Hyatt’s commitment to fostering a world of understanding and inclusion, Hyatt Hotels Corporation(NYSE: H) today (June 10, 2019) announced that Hyatt is encouraging guests to be their most authentic self during WorldPride 2019 and beyond and inviting them to enjoy a special offer in celebration of WorldPride… Read the full press release

SFO welcomes TAP Air Portugal’s nonstop flights between Lisbon and San Francisco

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With 71 New Jet Deliveries Planned Through 2025, TAP’s Fleet Reaches 100 Aircraft for the First Time as the Airline Adds New Routes this Month from SFO, Chicago O’Hare and Washington-Dulles SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — TAP Air Portugal introduces five weekly nonstop flights between Lisbon and San Francisco International Airport… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announces the appointment of Nathaniel Pieper as senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances

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Pieper will serve as senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines today (June 11, 2019) announced that Nathaniel Pieper will join the company Aug. 1 as senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances. With more than 20 years in the airline industry, Pieper brings a wealth of aviation… Read the full press release

OpenTable unveils the annual 100 Best Al Fresco Restaurants in America for 2019

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Restaurants in California, Florida and Hawaii Receive Most Honors; Winners Span 19 States and Washington, D.C. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — As the days grow longer and we approach the official start of summer, OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations and part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG) today unveiled the annual 100 Best… Read the full press release

MAXX Hotel Sanssouci Potsdam opens on August 1st, 2019

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The new hotel of the brand MAXX by Steigenberger in Potsdam Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The MAXX family is growing: With the MAXX Hotel Sanssouci Potsdam, the young brand opens its third hotel after Bad Honnef and Vienna within a few months. The current Steigenberger Hotel Sanssouci Potsdam is… Read the full press release

IHG announces signing of Hotel Indigo, in Qatar due to open in 2023

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The company has partnered with Al Sraiya Hotels & Hospitality Group for Hotel Indigo Doha Lusail Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel groups, has signed a Management Agreement with Qatari holding company, Al Sraiya Hotels & Hospitality Group which is under Al… Read the full press release

IHG brings together its two largest brands, Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express in a new global marketing campaign

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The company’s largest marketing campaign in over a decade brings together two iconic leaders in global travel to demonstrate the power of in-person connection Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts (IHG®) announces the launch of a global marketing campaign for the company’s two largest brands, Holiday Inn®and Holiday Inn Express®. We’re there, a new,… Read the full press release

W Hotels reveals major upgrades to W Atlanta – Midtown, W Atlanta – Buckhead and W Atlanta – Downtown

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Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation Project Spans 750+ Guest Rooms, Multiple Bars & Restaurants and Innovative Meeting Spaces Atlanta, GA, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Georgia is on our mind. W Hotels Worldwide is excited to reveal major upgrades to each of the city’s three W hotels (W Atlanta – Midtown, W Atlanta – Buckhead and W… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko recognised as “Bulgaria’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel 2019” by World Travel Awards

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Bansko, Bulgaria, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko has been recognised as “Bulgaria’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel 2019” by World Travel Awards. The red-carpet gala ceremony took place on Saturday, 8 June on the Portuguese island of Madeira. The online votes were cast by professionals working within the tourism industry and by… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahia named Europe’s Leading Entertainment and Dining Resort in the World Travel Awards 2019

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Estepona, Spain, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Bahia adds another distinctive award to its portfolio, as the luxury beachfront resort is named Europe’s Leading Entertainment and Dining Resort in the World Travel Awards 2019. Voted for by travel and tourism professionals from across the globe, the World Travel Awards celebrate excellence and innovation within… Read the full press release

Kempinski Group announces the appointment of Martin R. Smura as new Chief Executive Officer

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr. Martin R. Smura takes the helm as new Chief Executive Officer of the Kempinski Group on 1st July. The 50-year old brings a vast amount of management experience and expertise from top international hotel Companies on five continents: his most recent remit was that of Executive Chairman… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest voted Hungary’s Leading Hotel by World Travel Awards, for the fifth time

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Budapest, Hungary, 2019-Jun-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest is delighted to announce that it was voted Hungary’s Leading Hotel by World Travel Awards, for the fifth time. In addition, the hotel’s Royal Suite Corvinus won the category Hungary’s Leading Hotel Suite 2019. World Travel Awards represents the highest accolade for Kempinski Hotel Corvinus… Read the full press release

Emirates announces the arrival of the Webb Ellis Cup in Tokyo

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As Worldwide Partner of Rugby World Cup 2019™ Emirates will utilise its global reach to bring fans around the world closer to the game TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, Worldwide Partner of Rugby World Cup 2019 (RWC 2019), is proud to announce the arrival of the Webb Ellis Cup in Tokyo. The… Read the full press release