Monthly Archives: October 2019

UNWTO highlighted the importance of diversification, creativity and innovation at the 2019 Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macao

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Macao, Special Administrative Region of China, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — At the 2019 Global Tourism Economy Forum, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has highlighted the importance of diversification, creativity and innovation for ensuring that the sector’s unique potential as a driver of sustainable economic growth and social inclusivity is fully realized. Against a backdrop… Read the full press release

IATA: Technology to Drive Advances in Passenger Experience and Infrastructure

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Warsaw, Poland, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments and industry to work together to make the best use of modern technology to put the passenger at the center of the journey and to achieve greater efficiency from infrastructure. The call came during the opening address by Alexandre… Read the full press release

Hinge and OpenTable partner to help daters choose the perfect date spot

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Survey Reveals Over 86 Percent of Respondents Feel Stressed When Trying to Find a Restaurant for a Date Date Night Matchmaker Feature Offers Personalized Restaurant Recommendations SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Cuffing season is upon us and to help couples and singles alike prepare, Hinge, the dating app designed to be deleted, part… Read the full press release

OpenTable releases its first-ever list of the 50 Best Restaurants for a Date in America for 2019

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Honorees Span 21 States and Washington, D.C.; Illinois, Nevada and Texas Holds the Most Honorees SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — As temperatures drop, relationships tend to heat up. With fall in full leafy swing, that can only mean one thing: cuffing season is upon us. OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways honoured to host LATAM Airlines Group’s board of directors and senior management in Doha

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DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways was delighted and honoured to host LATAM Airlines Group’s board of directors and senior management in Doha between 13 and 15 October. During the three-day visit, LATAM’s board members and senior management toured Qatar Airways’ state-of-the-art technical facilities and Hamad International Airport’s award-winning lounges. As… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahía announces its most lavish and atmospheric festive plans for the Christmas season to date

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Estepona, Spain, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Bahía kicks off another incredible Christmas season with its most lavish and atmospheric festive plans to date! From 30 November till 6 January, the hotel will become the place to enjoy a variety of events and celebrations as it moves towards 2020 in style. Lighting of the… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahía to host latest works and collections of three internationally recognised artists

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Estepona, Spain, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — From 14 November till the end of December, Kempinski Hotel Bahía will exhibit three internationally recognised artists within the hotel’s Art Foyer and Art Gallery. Hailing from Germany, Belgium and the UK, these artists will bring their latest works and collections to the hotel. An array of paintings, sculptures and… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahía announces its annual Christmas Market and Lighting of the diamond Christmas Tree

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Estepona, Spain, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Bahía will celebrate its annual Christmas Market and Lighting of the diamond Christmas Tree on the 30 November, with a little help from Father Christmas! Presiding over the whole event is the 5 meter tall Christmas tree*, which will be decorated by Debbie Wingham Diamond Designer. The tree will… Read the full press release

Qantas unveils special Centenary livery on its newest 787 Dreamliner

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Seattle, Washington, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas’ newest 787 Dreamliner has rolled out of the paint shop at Boeing’s factory in Washington State today, wearing a special Centenary livery to celebrate the flying kangaroo’s 100th year in the skies. Qantas will turn 99 in November, and as it enters its 100th year of operations,… Read the full press release

Ryanair launches seat sale for a bargain getaway this fall, winter and spring of next year

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (14 Oct) launched an amazing seat sale, with flights from £14.99 across its European network, allowing customers to grab a bargain getaway this fall, winter and spring of next year. This amazing seat sale is available for travel between November and May and… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport trials humanoid robots

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Humanoid robots are in the spotlight in Christchurch. Christchurch, New Zealand, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport has added robot Pepper to its study of disruptive technologies, alongside the Autonomous Smart Shuttle and Virtual Reality training for its fire service. Airport Chief Executive Malcolm Johns says three Pepper robots have been under wraps at… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu

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South Pacific Island To Be First Carbon Neutral Private Cruise Destination in the World Sydney, Australia, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Vanuatu, one of the natural gems of the South Pacific, will be the new home of Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu. The announcement of the new project was… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels recognized as a leading upscale brand according to the Business Travel News’ 2019 Hotel Brands Survey

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Business Travel News’ Recognition Comes on Heels of J.D. Power’s High Marks for Guest Satisfaction ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has been recognized by corporate travel buyers as a leading upscale brand, according to the Business Travel News’ 2019 Hotel Brands Survey. The Cambria… Read the full press release

IHG announces signing of Fiesta Resort Guam

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG has made its foray into Micronesia following the signing of an agreement with owner Tan Holdings to take on management of Fiesta Resort Guam. The hotel will join the IHG system from today and will rebrand as Crowne Plaza Resort Guam in early 2021, following an… Read the full press release

IHG announces partnership with Australia’s leading food rescue charity OzHarvest

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® has today announced a national partnership with OzHarvest, Australia’s leading food rescue charity, propelling the company forward in its war on waste in bigger, bolder ways. The aptly named ‘Awesome Partnership’ kicked off at the start of September to coincide with IHG’s annual Giving for Good Month and… Read the full press release

The Kempinski Group plans to have more than 100 luxury hotels in operation around the globe by 2021

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Munich, Germany, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Kempinski Group is focusing on international expansion as part of its strategic planning. Europe’s oldest luxury hotel chain expects to have more than 100 luxury hotels in operation around the globe by 2021. In the next 12 months alone, nine new hotels with a total of 1,961… Read the full press release

TFE Hotels’ Adina Hotels brand to debut in Austria in 2020 and in Switzerland in 2022

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New South Wales, Australia, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE Hotels, the Australian-based market leader in high-quality apartment-style hotels in continental Europe, has announced its flagship Adina Hotels brand will debut in Austria in 2020 and in Switzerland in 2022. TFE Hotels’ Chief Executive Officer, Antony Ritch, says the Australian-based international hotel company was entering… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu announces the reopening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Kyiv following its complete refurbishment

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces, is delighted to announce the reopening of a Kyiv legend following its complete refurbishment. With 254 newly renovated guest rooms, a conference area, lobby and lobby bar, the Radisson Blu Hotel,… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International to name its fifth Oasis Class ship Wonder of the Seas; set to sail from Shanghai, China

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World’s Largest Cruise Ship to Sail from China SHANGHAI, CHINA, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Excitement was in the air today (Oct. 10, 2019) as Royal Caribbean International announced the homeport and name of its fifth Oasis Class ship. The next ship to join the leading cruise line’s innovative lineup will be named Wonder of the Seas and set… Read the full press release

The first ‘SPORTSTECH’ edition of the UNWTO’s Tourism Tech Adventures initiative at the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macau, SAR

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Macau, SAR, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The growing sports tourism sector took centre stage at the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macau, SAR with the first ‘SPORTSTECH’ edition of the World Tourism Organization’s Tourism Tech Adventures initiative celebrating the most disruptive ideas and innovators from around the world. This served as the ideal backdrop… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with BRIC’s limited edition pink themed amenity kits

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Airline committed to raise awareness of breast cancer through its annual initiative DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways passengers travelling on long-haul flights in First Class and Business Class are being presented with BRIC’s limited edition pink themed amenity kits during the month of October, marking the airline’s annual support for… Read the full press release

Booking.com offers guests the chance to book a real life replica of the Addams Family Mansion

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In honor of the newest animated feature film release, Booking.com is paying a call on The Addams Family *snap* *snap* NEW YORK, NY, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Even though their house is a museum, in honor of the newest animated The Addams Family debuting in theaters on October 11th, Booking.com, the digital travel leader connecting travelers with the widest… Read the full press release

Oman Air’s football team wins the Aviation Football Cup 2019

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MUSCAT, Oman, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air’s football team has won the Aviation Football Cup 2019, held in Barcelona Spain from 2 – 6 October, by defeating Ekaterinburg, a Russian team, 3-1 in the final match of the 14-team tournament. Oman Air’s Chief Executive Officer, Abdulaziz Al Raisi, was delighted with the win,… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago announces the 14 local artists and bands selected to participate in the 2019 ChicagoMade A&R Auditions

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At the epic showcase of up-and-coming local talent, the artists will each perform live for A&R executives from major and independent record labels to earn possible performance and recording opportunities Chicago, IL, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce the… Read the full press release

Allegiant to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation through the sale of pink in-flight refreshments

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — During October, passengers on all Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) flights can join the fight against breast cancer by drinking pink. Allegiant is donating the proceeds from the sale of pink in-flight refreshments to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), whose mission is to provide access to early breast cancer detection, education,… Read the full press release

Minor Hotels announces a total of 32 accolades in the annual 2019 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

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Doha, Qatar, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Minor Hotels is pleased to announce that a total of 32 accolades in the annual 2019 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards across its brands, Anantara, Avani, Tivoli, and Elewana. Readers of the prestigious magazine recognised Minor Hotels’ properties across the highly coveted categories and ranked them among the… Read the full press release

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas proud to announce 21 accolades in the 2019 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

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Doha, Qatar, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas celebrates a total of 21 accolades in the 2019 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Readers of the prestigious magazine recognised Anantara properties across the highly coveted categories and ranked them among the very best hotels in the world.  One of the travel… Read the full press release

dnata extends partnership with Terminal One Group Association to provide quality ground and passenger handling service at JFK

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Dubai, UAE, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has extended its partnership with Terminal One Group Association (TOGA) in New York through to 2023. The extension will see dnata continue to provide quality ground and passenger handling services to over 20 airlines including Air France, Japan… Read the full press release

Thousand Hills Golf Resort in Branson, Missouri joins The Ascend Hotel Collection

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Thousand Hills Golf Resort Adds to the Brand’s Growing Portfolio of Top Vacation Destinations ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) welcomes the Thousand Hills Golf Resort to its portfolio of resort, historic, and boutique hotels reflecting their surrounding communities. The brand’s latest addition is located in Branson, Missouri, one of… Read the full press release

Oakwood® announces the opening of Oakwood Residence Hanoi

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SINGAPORE, 2019-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), today announced the official opening of Oakwood Residence Hanoi, marking the brand’s entry into Vietnam’s capital city. A prime address for both business and leisure travelers alike, Oakwood Residence Hanoi is situated in an upscale residential neighborhood within the West… Read the full press release