Monthly Archives: August 2019

Newly redesigned Singita Malilangwe House opens in the private, remote Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve

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Cape Town, South Africa, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Set in the private, remote Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve in southeast Zimbabwe, the newly redesigned Singita Malilangwe House is perched on a rocky outcrop with spectacular views of the dam below. Located alongside Singita Pamushana Lodge, this sole-use five-bedroom villa, which reopened in July 2019, makes optimum… Read the full press release

DCASE announces the lineup for the daylong YAS! Fest on Saturday, September 21

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The free-admission festival presented by Allstate Insurance Company includes performances by hip hop star Tink, OSTON, The Era, Mariachi Herencia de México, CircEsteem, Chicago Public Library YOUmedia and many more Chicago, IL, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is thrilled to announce the lineup for the… Read the full press release

Katara Hospitality announces full renovation of Doha Marriott Hotel

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Doha, Qatar, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar is delighted to announce a full renovation of Doha’s most iconic hotel, Doha Marriott Hotel. Opened in 1973 as the Gulf Hotel, this project will see a first time ever full property re-imagination since it opened… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality and GBI AG to build a new generation IntercityHotel in Wiesbaden, one of Germany’s oldest spa towns

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Deutsche Hospitality and GBI AG are working towards a 2021 launch Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has joined forces with the specialist property developer GBI AG to build a new generation IntercityHotel in Wiesbaden, the capital of the State of Hessen and one of Germany’s oldest spa towns…. Read the full press release

Oakwood announces the signing of Oakwood Suites in Bangkok, Thailand, and Yokohama, Japan

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SINGAPORE, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), today (August 27, 2019) announced the signing of Oakwood Suites in two key locations – Bangkok, Thailand, and Yokohama, Japan. Oakwood Suites Bangkok is scheduled to open by the end of 2019, while Oakwood Suites Yokohama, a Mapletree-owned property, is… Read the full press release

Emirates puts a spotlight on its own Emirati first officers to mark Emirati Women’s Day

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Dubai, UAE, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark this year’s Emirati Women’s Day, five talented and passionate Emirati first officers at Emirates airline helped put the spotlight on women in aviation, and the advancement of women in the UAE, by flying to five continents on the same day. Watch the video, released on Emirates’… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines to introduce new amenity kits for international Business Class customers

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Collaboration with MAISON KITSUNÉ and BEAMS Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (August 27, 2019) unveiled plans to introduce new amenity kits for customers traveling on the carrier`s long-haul international Business Class from the end of August 2019. For flights departing Japan, an amenity kit designed in collaboration with MAISON… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines announces new autumn menus on its international flights

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Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (August 27, 2019) announced new autumn menus on its international flights from September 1, 2019. Highlights include a classic fricassee dish in Premium Economy and Economy Class, the return of AIR Yoshinoya Authentic Beef Bowl and the renewal of JAL’s original rice crackers. Welcoming… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the official start of construction on the first Cambria hotel in Portland, Maine

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) and Koucar Management celebrate the official start of construction on the state’s first Cambria hotel in Portland, Maine. Slated to open in 2021, the new-construction, six-story, 102-room hotel broke ground yesterday during a strong year for the upscale Cambria brand in which six hotels have already… Read the full press release

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas worldwide honored with twenty four Wine Spectator 2019 Awards

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas worldwide is celebrating a magnanimous twenty four Wine Spectator 2019 Awards. Anantara Hotels’ reputation in the world of fine wine is held in high esteem by guests, and also within the industry. The twenty four Wine Spectator 2019 Awards is a testament to the… Read the full press release

Radisson Hospitality announces the signing of the 140-apartment Radisson Residences Avrupa Tem İstanbul in Turkey

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hospitality AB, part of Radisson Hotel Group, is proud to announce the signing of the Radisson Residences Avrupa Tem İstanbul in Turkey. The 140-apartment residence will be located within the Avrupa Tem Residential Complex and will open before the end of this year, following a partial renovation…. Read the full press release

ITB Berlin’s first Travel Film Night premiers at the open-air cinema at Volkspark Rehberge on 3 September

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On 3 September the Travel Film Night by ITB Berlin is premiering at the open-air cinema at Volkspark Rehberge – Tickets are available online and at the box office –  Moviegoers can look forward to competitions and attractive prizes Berlin, Germany, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Curtain up for the urge to travel: with the Travel Film Night by… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines connects with its Guests via the messaging application WhatsApp

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New texting and messaging solution also allows Guests to ask questions, modify travel and make reservations in English and Spanish starting September 1 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines, the fastest growing airline in the United States, continues its commitment to invest in the Guest experience with an industry-leading technology to connect… Read the full press release

CDA: O’Hare and Midway International Airports gear up for busy Labor Day travel period

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CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today (08/27/2019) announced its airline partners predict more than 1.4 million passengers will travel through O’Hare and Midway International Airports during the Labor Day travel period that runs from Thursday, August 29th to Monday, September 2nd. More than 1.1 million passengers are projected… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways launches new service to Langkawi, Malaysia starting 15 October 2019

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Tagged services to Langkawi via Penang to commence on 15 October 2019 Four-times weekly service to increase to five-times weekly from 27 October 2019 DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — To announce the launch of Qatar Airways flights to Langkawi, Malaysia, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, hosted… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines employees voted to ratify two new five-year agreements

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — 5,200 Alaska Airlines employees represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers voted to ratify two new five-year agreements. The two agreements cover the nearly 4,500 clerical, office and passenger service employees and more than 700 ramp service and stores agent employees. “We are proud of… Read the full press release

Lufthansa’s first Changemaker Challenge seeks ideas for sustainable innovation in Travel and Mobility

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Lufthansa Innovation Hub, Lufthansa Group, Expedia Group, Google, and Uber seek digital and tech solutions to make travel and mobility more sustainable  Ideas can be submitted online until October 30, 2019. Early-stage startups, students, and young professionals worldwide are welcome to participate Finalists will pitch their ideas on stage at the “Lufthansa Group Innovation Forum”… Read the full press release

Embry-Riddle select the Diamond DA42-VI for their Prescott and Daytona campuses

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Wiener Neustadt, Austria, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — At EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis., Embry-Riddle and Diamond Aircraft confirmed to add an additional four twin-engine DA42-VI to their existing fleet of 11 DA42-VI aircraft. “Diamond Aircraft is honored to have Embry-Riddle select the Diamond DA42-VI for their Prescott and Daytona campuses,” said Scott McFadzean, chief… Read the full press release

World’s largest solar system floating at sea installed at LUX* South Ari Atoll

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Belle Mare, Mauritius,, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — A technological breakthrough changes the perspective on renewable energy – the world´s largest solar system floating at sea has been installed at LUX* South Ari Atoll. This unique technology called SolarSea gathers solar energy directly on the ocean to power the island in an eco-friendly fashion. As part… Read the full press release

LUX* North Malé Atoll introduces its very own surf point

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Belle Mare, Mauritius, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* North Malé Atoll introduces The LUX* Break; its very own surf point with ideal conditions for kite and wave surfing. Whether seeking exclusive kite surfing spots or the perfect mix of waves to ride just minutes from the resort, LUX* North Malé Atoll serves it all for avid… Read the full press release

Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport’s Andiamo Restaurant pays homage to local ingredients with new menu

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CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Andiamo Restaurant, Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport’s signature restaurant, launched today (August 26, 2019) a new menu celebrating some of the finest local ingredients intricately woven together to create classic, homestyle flavors.  Envisioned by Executive Chef Thomas Flott, who has been at the helm of the kitchen for 14 years,… Read the full press release

W Hotels Worldwide announces the opening of its newest beachfront W Escape — W Muscat

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Lavish Playground Set to Shake up the Coastal Haven with Bold Design, Eclectic Programming and Oman’s First Siddharta Lounge By Buddha-Bar Muscat, Oman, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Make a splash. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today (08/26/2019) announced the opening of W Muscat, the brand’s newest beachfront W Escape and… Read the full press release

Choice Privileges announces the return of its “One Stay. Two Stays. Free Stay.” member promotion

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Choice Hotels’ Loyalty Members Can Earn a Free Night After Every Two Stays ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Privileges, the award-winning loyalty program from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is bringing back its “One Stay. Two Stays. Free Stay.” member promotion. Starting August 28, Choice Privileges guests who book two separate qualifying stays —… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay launches new collection of luxury treatments created by French skincare brand Anne Semonin

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Luxury property invites spa-goers to pamper and rejuvenate their skin this summer with seven highly effective treatments packed with natural ingredients proven to enhance radiance and slow ageing Bahrain Bay, Bahrain, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Guests of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay can now look forward to a collection of seven luxury treatments created by… Read the full press release

Bangkok Airways unveils its new passenger lounges at Phuket International Airport

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Recently, Bangkok Airways has introduced its new passenger lounges at Phuket International Airport, offering comfort and convenient for Bangkok Airways’s passengers while waiting for their flights. The new lounges are located near gate 4 on the 2nd floor of Domestic Departure Terminal. The brand new lounges have a… Read the full press release

Wizz Air the start of two new routes from Kutaisi to Bologna and Cologne

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BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines and the leading low-cost carrier in Georgia, announced today (AUG 23, 2019) the start of two new routes from Kutaisi to Bologna and Cologne. The airline has also announced the earlier start of the previously announced Kutaisi-Nice route and increased the frequency of the Kutaisi-Milan service. The new low fare routes… Read the full press release

Wizz Air has one of the youngest airline fleets in the world

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BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines and the largest low-cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe has one of the youngest airline fleets in the world, according to the latest figures of the Swiss airline intelligence provider CH-AVIATION*. Among carriers with at least 100 aircraft, Wizz Air’s fleet… Read the full press release

Air Partner JetCard programme launches new fixed Trans-Atlantic rate

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Gatwick, UK, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Partner plc, the global aviation services group, today announces the launch of its new fixed Trans-Atlantic rate structure as part of its industry leading JetCard programme. The fixed rate of $15,650 per hour is now available for flights between Europe and the United States, further simplifying JetCard… Read the full press release

Keep Arkansas Beautiful encourages Arkansans to participate in the Great Arkansas Cleanup

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Each fall, Arkansas volunteers and organizers improve their communities by participating in the Great Arkansas Cleanup. Keep Arkansas Beautiful (KAB) is encouraging Arkansans to organize their own community cleanup or participate in a cleanup of their choice. Last year’s Great Arkansas Cleanup featured 164 community events across… Read the full press release

Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism announces the opening of The Little Italy Arkansas Heritage Museum on September 15

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Little Italy Arkansas Heritage Society will host a grand opening of its new museum in northwestern Pulaski County on Sunday, September 15. The event will include guided tours, live music, authentic Italian foods and refreshments from Little Italy’s only operating winery, An Enchanting Evening, and Repicci’s… Read the full press release