New routes and retail success results in EBITDA +7.9% year-on-year Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires routes support passenger and cargo growth One in five passengers from Gatwick now flying long-haul LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick has today (26/11/2019) revealed in its interim results that new direct routes to Brazil and… Read the full press release
Eight schools from Sussex attend Gatwick sponsored conference at Ifield Community College Gatwick’s Head of Sustainability talked about sustainability and its importance for protecting the environment Students learned how to harness wind and the sun to generate electricity as well as how to upcycle everyday items including milk bottles LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Finalists have today (26 Nov 2019) been announced for the fourth annual Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport. This year’s awards have proved to be the most popular yet, as hundreds of parents got behind their child’s favourite teacher nominating them via… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — CLEAR and United Airlines launched CLEAR lanes at Chicago O’Hare International Airport to help make travel easier and more enjoyable ahead of the busy holiday travel season. CLEAR, the secure identity company that uses biometrics to build a frictionless and secure world, which recently opened lanes in United’s hubs… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has partnered with The Diana Award for the 2019 Legacy Award, hosted by Earl Spencer and held at the Old Royal Naval College yesterday evening. As the official travel partner, British Airways flew Diana Legacy Award winners from around the world to London for the bi-annual… Read the full press release
British Airways and Aston Martin gear up for take-off LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In the airline’s centenary year and on the anniversary of Concorde’s final flight, British Airways is proud to announce a partnership with Aston Martin, with a limited-edition sports car that honours the supersonic aircraft. The luxury British car manufacturer has created the… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — This Thanksgiving, transatlantic joint business partners American Airlines and British Airways teamed up to reunite a family, spread across the world, stateside. The airlines flew four siblings from London, Madrid, Los Angeles and San Francisco to be with their parents in Chicago ahead of the holiday. Stephanie, 31, Joe, 30, Caralyn, 28… Read the full press release
GENOVA, Italia, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Acquario di Genova, Genova, Italia. C’è un posto nel mondo dove è impossibile fermare o frenare l’immaginazione. C’è un luogo incantato, dove i sogni si fanno realtà. Genova, Liguria. Il suo grande e famoso acquario. L’acquario di Genova è il più grande d’Europa, conta la più ricca… Read the full press release
Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — With a population of eight million people, Bangkok is Thailand’s most populous city. Because of its strategic location in Central Asia, Bangkok has become an important international crossroads for international flight and connecting travel routes. Known by locals as Krung Thep, which roughly translates to the City of… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ —From Thanksgiving through January, in flight, in airports and online, the airline’s customers will be a part of the movie’s epic journey, with opportunities to win prizes, participate in contests and online sweepstakes*, purchase exclusive holiday gifts and enjoy Spies in Disguise-related surprises and experiences. In November, Allegiant will unveil… Read the full press release
COLOGNE, Germany, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa Group confirms the decision of its Executive Board on the sale of the LSG Group’s European business to Gategroup. The sale is part of the new strategy of Lufthansa Group to focus on the airline business. Furthermore, the sale enables the new owner to further develop the… Read the full press release
Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Special events around the airport spread holiday cheer to passengers during this busy travel season. Listen to local choirs sing Christmas carols, watch modern dance performances or witness traditional St. Lucia Day festivities – you can also spot Santa and his elves, of course! Special activities are scheduled… Read the full press release
Hilton’s centennial celebrations continue with the extension of the Hilton Effect to more communities across South East Asia KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its centennial celebrations in South East Asia this year, Hilton, one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the world, today (November 26, 2019) announced its partnership with… Read the full press release
ST. PAUL, Minn., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The holidays are a magical time in Minnesota. From holiday light displays to festive events, themed tours, seasonal shows, tax-free shopping and more, visitors will find numerous ways to get in the holiday spirit. Here are some suggestions to celebrate the “most wonderful time of the… Read the full press release
Jumeira, Dubai, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai will celebrate its first festive season in style with an unconventional Christmas tree designed by fashion legend and one of Mandarin Oriental’s celebrity fans, Kenzo Takada. The city’s most desirable beachfront resort has teamed up with Kenzo Takada to bring an artistic flair to Dubai’s festive… Read the full press release
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — New-age airline Vietjet continues to be named “Best Ultra Low-Cost Airline for 2020” by AirlineRatings, the world’s best one-stop airline safety and product rating review website. This is the third consecutive year that Vietjet has been honored at AirlineRatings’ Airline Excellence Awards, which recognize the… Read the full press release
Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — SkyTeam’s 19 member airlines collectively offer routes to over 1,000 destinations, meaning it’s never been easier to organize a multi-destination trip to practically any corner of the globe, all within the alliance family. And for a short time only, this once-in-a-lifetime journey is available at a very… Read the full press release
America’s leading independent regional airline reinventing regional flying sector with complete fleet, operational and customer service transformation Fort Lauderdale, Fla., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Silver Airways, America’s leading independent regional airline, has received FAA and DOT certification to begin operations of its new 70-seat ATR 72-600 aircraft, making history as the first airline to… Read the full press release
MSC Grandiosa is the fifth MSC Cruises’ vessel to be registered in the Port of Valletta Valletta, Malta, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Valletta has today (26 November 2019) welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa, one of the most environmentally-advanced ships at sea. A ceremony has been held on board the stunning… Read the full press release
Bansko, Bulgaria, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko is the proud winner of the title “Bulgaria’s Best Ski Hotel”, voted by World Ski Awards, the most prestigious awards organisation in the world ski tourism industry. The official gala ceremony was held on Saturday, 23 November at Austrian hotel A-ROSA Kitzbühel, gathering… Read the full press release
DUBBO, AUSTRALIA, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Twenty community groups from around Australia will share in the first $1 million round of grants as part of the national carrier’s continued commitment to regional Australia. The Qantas Regional Grants program offers $5 million in grants over five years to not-for-profit community groups, individuals, charities, projects and… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The aviation team at Willis Towers Watson (NASDAQ:WLTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company has entered a corporate partnership with the Airport Operators Association (AOA), the leading trade body representing UK airports. The agreement reflects Willis Towers Watson’s commitment to the aviation and airport industry as… Read the full press release
Avfuel Corporation supplied inaugural shipment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to be deployed to Bombardier customers upon aircraft delivery Shipment represents another step in Bombardier’s commitment to secure long-term SAF supply, a key pillar of working toward a sustainable future for business aviation Bombardier has used SAF for aircraft demonstration purposes in the U.S. and… Read the full press release
ANA is giving passengers flying to or from select Chinese airports the option to receive compensation in case of cancellation or delay caused by the bad weather through Alipay. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, is giving passengers flying to… Read the full press release
New additions with backgrounds in French and Japanese cuisine will bring the number of participating chefs to 19. Dating back to 2013, THE CONNOISSEURS offers award winning chefs the opportunity to create original in-flight menus. ANA will also collaborate with chefs in Mexico City and Seattle to launch distinct regional menus for flights departing from… Read the full press release
Richmond, B.C., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Green Aviation Research and Development Network (GARDN), SkyNRG, Waterfall Group and Vancouver Airport Authority today (November 26, 2019) announced the launch of BioPortYVR, an industry-led project to increase the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). BioPortYVR supports provincial and federal government climate action commitments and is an important… Read the full press release
Board of Directors Commences Global Search for Next President & CEO Richmond, B.C., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver Airport Authority today (November 25, 2019) announced that Craig Richmond, President & CEO, has advised the Board of Directors of his plans to retire from YVR on June 30, 2020 after seven years leading the… Read the full press release
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitScotland’s Chief Executive was on site at the David Livingstone Birthplace Project to review its on-going restoration during a tour of the Lanarkshire area. Malcolm Roughead met with the Trust’s Chair Isabel Bruce to discuss the next steps for the historic landmark. Plans to revamp the attraction are… Read the full press release
Custom accessible tours for guests with all types of mobility available for a total of 20 destinations Tours already introduced in 11 ports in the Caribbean and being rolled out to 9 ports in the Mediterranean across Winter 2019 and Summer 2020 seasons Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises, the world’s largest… Read the full press release
Christchurch, New Zealand, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air will operate ten return services from December 27 between Incheon Airport, ranked the Best Airport Worldwide for 11 consecutive years, and Christchurch Airport, ranked Australasia’s Best Regional Airport. Christchurch Airport Chief Aeronautical and Commercial Officer, Justin Watson, says the service is a response to increasing… Read the full press release