Lisbon, Portugal, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Airline pays tribute to explorer from the Discoveries. Pêro da Covilhã, the Portuguese explorer who played an important part in paving the way for Vasco da Gama’s voyage to India, is now giving his name to one of TAP’s new aircraft. The Airline thus exalts the Portuguese role… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: November 2019
Flybe launches Sunday services between Newcastle – Cardiff
Kirmington, England, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe is introducing Sunday services between Newcastle – Cardiff operated by its franchise partner, Eastern Airways, to complement the weekday flights already operated. The additional services will commence on 12 January 2020. Fares start from £99 one way, including taxes and charges and are available now to book… Read the full press release
Emirates to start fourth daily service to Dhaka
The additional frequency will offer customers more connectivity and flexibility Dubai, UAE, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is adding a fourth daily service to Dhaka from 1 June 2020, to cater to Bangladesh’s growing economy and the country’s large diaspora who work and live in the Middle East, Europe and the US. The… Read the full press release
Preferred Hotels & Resorts expands its residential-style properties to 100 with 13 new members
Collection Grows to 100 Properties Across 32 Countries, Including New Openings in France, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom Newport Beach, Calif., 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, has achieved a major milestone with its Preferred Residences collection, expanding to 100 residential-style properties with the addition of 13… Read the full press release
IntercityHotel débuts in Dubai at a prime location on the Jaddaf Waterfront
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Yesterday, Sunday, the IntercityHotel Dubai Jaddaf Waterfront opened its doors in the metropolis and cultural centre of the region. This is the first IntercityHotel in the United Arab Emirates, and it offers all the benefits associated with the brand to business travellers and leisure visitors… Read the full press release
Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train to run on three Sundays in December
Los Angeles, CA, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The laughter of children and a hearty “Ho, ho, ho,” will be heard aboard trains as Metrolink offers the Holiday Express Train for a family-friendly seasonal-themed experience on three Sundays in December. Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train is an interactive special train experience featuring carolers, holiday characters and… Read the full press release
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announces Rosewood Doha and Rosewood Residences Doha, opening in Lusail City in 2022
The brand’s upcoming Middle East property will redefine ultra-luxury lifestyle in the region Hongkong, China, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® opens the next chapter of its Middle East expansion with its appointment to manage Rosewood Doha and Rosewood Residences Doha, opening in Lusail City in 2022. Partnering with Arkaz Investment, this… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean unveils newly transformed Oasis of the Seas
One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships Emerges from a Major, $165 Million Transformation MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s iconic Oasis of the Seas, the ship that revolutionized the cruise industry, has made a splash in its return to South Florida with a $165 million new look. The original gamechanger debuts… Read the full press release
Arkansas Tourism now accepting applications for Ark Tank
Competition now open to new and existing tourism businesses LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Arkansas Tourism in partnership with Innovate Arkansas is now accepting applications for Ark Tank, a business pitch competition to be held on Monday, March 2, 2020, at the Fort Smith Convention Center as a part of the 2020… Read the full press release
Indianapolis International Airport welcomes Allegiant Air’s nonstop flight to West Palm Beach
Allegiant introduces new nonstop flight to previously unserved market INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — You can get to West Palm Beach nonstop from Indy starting today (Nov. 25, 2019), thanks to the growing presence of Allegiant Air at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND). The airline will be the first in more than a… Read the full press release
Budapest Airport reminds passengers that sparklers and fireworks are strictly prohibited to carry
Budapest, Hungary, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — As Christmas approaches, the well-known appliances of the festive season start to appear. However, in the case of aviation, safety is the number one priority. Budapest Airport reminds passengers that Christmas sparklers and fireworks are extremely flammable, and are thus classified as prohibited items, which means that it… Read the full press release
UNWTO INSTO hosted its latest Asia Workshop in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO) of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) hosted its latest Asia Workshop in Siem Reap, Cambodia, with representatives from 10 nations contributing to key discussions on the effective monitoring and management of tourism destinations. As tourist numbers continue to rise… Read the full press release
Qatar Aircraft Catering Company is the first organisation in the world to achieve ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System certification
QACC is one of the largest self-contained catering facilities in the world QACC currently prepares an average of 175,000 meals and 60 international cuisines per day in its state-of-the-art kitchen DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Aircraft Catering Company (QACC) is proud to announce it is the first organisation in the world… Read the full press release
Emirates announces codeshare and interline agreement with SpiceJet
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has signed a codeshare and interline agreement* with SpiceJet to give travellers to and from India seamless access to a wider and a stronger route network. This is the first-ever codeshare agreement signed by SpiceJet. From early 2020, customers travelling to India can take advantage of many… Read the full press release
Choice Hotels promotes Sarah Searls to the newly created role of chief customer officer
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has promoted Sarah Searls to the newly created role of chief customer officer. As part of Choice’s ongoing commitment to its customers, Searls will maximize how Choice understands and listens to customers and will connect these valuable insights… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces its first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House hotel project in Southeast Asia
The first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House project in Southeast Asia is expected to open in 2023 CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (November 21, 2019) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Xuan Mai Sai Gon Construction Investment Joint Stock Company (“Xuan Mai”) to develop… Read the full press release
British Airways re-opens newly refurbished lounge in Geneva as part of its £6.5 billion investment programme
Geneva is latest British Airways lounge to benefit from £6.5bn investment programme Follows airline’s recently renewed lounges in Johannesburg, New York JFK and San Francisco Larger lounge to host more customers with zoned areas including a lobby bar, peaceful seating area and craft beer room and new catering throughout LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release
Emirates Palace celebrates the National Day in full swing with spectacular new additions
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Experience the vibrant colors of the UAE flag on the Emirates Palace as the whole nation comes together to celebrate the union of the seven emirates. Emirates Palace like every year will be celebrating the National Day in full swing with spectacular new additions. Emirates Palace will… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group unveils a variety of holiday escapes and festive offerings at its properties worldwide
Hongkong, China, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — From cities adorned with Christmas lights to beach resorts with glistening waters, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group unveils a variety of holiday escapes and festive offerings at its properties worldwide. This year, Mandarin Oriental will play its part in making each holiday moment a memorable one with activities such as… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean to offer the biggest Caribbean adventure ever for 2021-2022 season
Get Ready for All-out Island Hopping with New Itineraries, Amplified Ships and More MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s 2021-2022 season will bring guests the biggest Caribbean adventure ever. Travelers will vacation to new heights with newly amplified ships, shorter itineraries and more – all packed with thrills for the entire family. Come… Read the full press release
Gerald R. Ford International Airport prepares for a patriotic welcome home for military members and veterans on Thanksgiving holiday
Grand Rapids, MI, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — A patriotic welcome home for West Michigan troops and other festivities are on tap for the Thanksgiving holiday – one of the busiest times of the year at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA). On Wednesday, November 27th, airport volunteers including therapy dog teams, and the… Read the full press release
All Nippon Airways to become Milan Malpensa’s 15th serving Asian carrier
MILAN, Italy, 2019-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) will begin flying to Milan Malpensa from Tokyo Haneda, the world’s fourth busiest airport, in Summer 2020, becoming the Italian airport’s 15th serving Asian carrier. The service will mark the return of a Japanese carrier to Italy after a 10-year gap. Malpensa will… Read the full press release
Ryanair and Pequeño Deseo Foundation organise a surprise trip to Disneyland Paris for Lucia, one of the 5,000 wishes granted to sick children
DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (20 Nov) in partnership with Pequeño Deseo Foundation in Madrid, granted the wish of 5-year-old Lucia, one of the 5,000 wishes granted to sick children since the Foundation started in 2000. The Pequeño Deseo Foundation, who aim to fulfil the wishes of children… Read the full press release
Jack London Square announces a 40,000-square-foot, indoor market hall next summer
Celebrity chefs in line-up for “Oakland Assembly” Oakland, CA, 2019-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Jack London Square announced this week that it’s getting a 40,000-square-foot, indoor market hall next summer. A number of celebrity chefs have already signed on to the project at 55 Harrison St. along the Port of Oakland’s waterfront. “We’re excited to see… Read the full press release
Host Hotels & Resorts names Julie Aslaksen as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
BETHESDA, Md., 2019-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: HST), the nation’s largest lodging real estate investment trust (the “Company”), announced the appointment of Julie Aslaksen as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, effective November 14, 2019. She succeeds Elizabeth Abdoo who recently stepped down from her role at Host. Ms. Aslaksen joins the Company with more… Read the full press release
flydubai participates in the 16th edition of the “TransLogistica Uzbekistan” exhibition
flydubai is participating at the “TransLogistica Uzbekistan” Exhibition taking place in Tashkent from 20 to 22 November Dubai, UAE, 2019-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai has marked the recent launch of its flights to Tashkent by participating in the 16th edition of the “TransLogistica Uzbekistan” exhibition which began in Tashkent on 20 November… Read the full press release
Heathrow names SAS as the best airline at its latest Fly Quiet and Green league table
Heathrow reveals the airport’s latest Fly Quiet and Green league table showing airlines are swapping in newer jets and improving how they fly to decrease noise and emissions SAS named best airline based on their performance this quarter – assisted by the introduction of A320neos, better track-keeping and continuous descent approaches Oman Air improves score… Read the full press release
Heathrow Employment and Skills Academy celebrates 15 years of providing training and career development to local people
Since 2004 Heathrow has supported over 5800 people into employment and contributed over £13.5 million towards training and career development Heathrow celebrates signing the Care Leaver Covenant, helping to make training and careers at Heathrow accessible to all. 87 apprentices graduated from the Heathrow Employment and Skills Academy this year, with 68% of graduates living… Read the full press release
Sunwing Airlines and TSAS announce new partnership
Toronto, ON, Canada, 2019-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunwing Airlines and TSAS (Trans-Sol Aviation Service Inc.) by Avjet celebrated their new partnership last week at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport. Effective from November 15, 2019, TSAS is now responsible for customer experience services, ramp handling, cabin cleaning and operations for all Sunwing Airlines flights operating out of… Read the full press release
Steigenberger Conti Hansa in Kiel embarks on an extensive programme of conversion and renovation works
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — One of Deutsche Hospitality’s luxury brand hotels is about to receive a fresh new look as the Steigenberger Conti Hansa in Kiel embarks on an extensive programme of conversion and renovation works. These measures are scheduled to take place during the period from November 2019… Read the full press release