Flint Bishop Airport opens a brand-new pet relief area inside the terminal

Flint, Michigan, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Flint Bishop Airport is excited to announce a brand-new pet relief area located inside the terminal. Bishop has always been “open for business” to jet-setting pets. Now we’re pleased to provide an additional pet-relief area indoors, beyond security screening. “FNT remains committed to being a pet-friendly airport, and… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center earns title “Best Business Hotel” at Business Traveller China awards

Beijing, China, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center receives the title “Best Business Hotel” at Business Traveller China awards ceremony in Beijing. In May 2019, the hotel completed a full renovation of its 480 rooms and its executive lounge. The award was voted by readers of Business Traveller magazine, who are frequent… Read the full press release

Textron Aviation announces utility nose option for the Beechcraft King Air 350 turboprop

DUBAI, UAE, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today (NOVEMBER 17, 2019) announced a utility nose option for the Beechcraft King Air 350 turboprop, delivering additional capability to the highly versatile platform. The new FAA-certified modification enables an additional 12 cubic feet of storage space for up to 250 pounds… Read the full press release

Greater Toronto Airports Authority President and CEO, Howard Eng, named CEO of The Year at 2019 Ontario Business Achievement Awards

Mr. Eng has been President and CEO of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority since 2012 TORONTO, CANADA, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Howard Eng was named as 2019’s CEO of The Year, as chosen by the judging committee of the Ontario Business Achievement Awards (OBAA). The OBAAs have celebrated business in Ontario since 1983… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways updates its wine selection to incorporate 62 new wines from 15 different countries

New wines were selected based on sommelier input and chosen for their ability to pair with ANA’s in-flight cuisine. New selections will be available both in-flight and at ANA’s lounges. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, will be updating its… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of the Radisson Hotel Bahir Dar, Addis Ababa

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of the Radisson Hotel Bahir Dar, located in the North East of Addis Ababa. It will be the first Radisson branded hotel and the Group’s fourth hotel in the country. This achievement brings Radisson Hotel Group’s African portfolio to… Read the full press release

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

Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-Nov-18 — /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

Ryanair launched the first in a series of joint promotions of Lombardy in the UK market

DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, and Regione Lombardia today (15 Nov) launched the first in a series of joint promotions of Lombardy in the UK market, with a consumer-focused event in London Southend Airport. This event is part of the Try Somewhere New in Lombardia campaign, promoting and highlighting the Lombardy… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu announces the opening of its second hotel in Morocco

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a purposeful and personalized service in atmospheric spaces, is proud to announce the opening of its first hotel in Casablanca, Radisson Hotel Group’s second hotel in Morocco. Created and designed by world renowned Chilean architect, Jaime Beriestain, it sits… Read the full press release

Hilton Honors and Live Nation announce a multi-year renewal of their partnership

Delivering even more unforgettable, one-of-a-kind music and artist experiences to Hilton Honors members MCLEAN, VA., 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Honors and Live Nation, the world’s leading live entertainment company, announce a multi-year renewal of their partnership. The two companies have collaborated since 2015 to offer Hilton Honors members all around the world access to tickets and money-can’t-buy music experiences, which Hilton’s nearly 100 million… Read the full press release

Jet Aviation Dubai and the University of South Wales Dubai to help support the development of aspiring aviation professionals

Basel, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation Dubai and the University of South Wales (USW) Dubai today (November 17, 2019) announced their cooperation to help support the development of aspiring aviation professionals. Effective immediately, Jet Aviation will provide required on-the-job training opportunities to students in Dubai enrolled at USW Dubai, while USW will support… Read the full press release

Jet Aviation launches new Wheel and Battery shops in Jeddah

Basel, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation has received approval from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) in Saudi Arabia for its Wheel and Battery Shops in Jeddah. With these approvals, the company launches its new Wheel and Battery shops, effective immediately. The Battery Shop is also FAA-approved; FAA approval for the Wheel… Read the full press release

Jet Aviation announces the opening of its new FBO and hangar complex at Van Nuys Airport

Basel, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation announces the opening of its new sustainably built FBO and hangar complex at Van Nuys Airport. The facility includes a brand-new 10,000 sq. ft. FBO terminal and 43,000 sq. ft. hangar that can accommodate the newer generation, large-body aircraft currently entering the market. The much-anticipated FBO and… Read the full press release

Jet Aviation to open its newly redesigned Riyadh FBO location by 2020

Basel, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation’s new and improved 600 square-meter facility within the shared FBO terminal at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport is being re-designed and enhanced for customer comfort. The company expects the newly refurbished facility to be operational by the end of Q1 2020. Jet Aviation currently operates the largest… Read the full press release

Jet Aviation strengthened its global management fleet with 36 new aircraft

Basel, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation has added 36 aircraft to its global management fleet this year, including 24 additions in the United States and 12 in EMEA & Asia. The fleet additions are predominantly large body aircraft. In EMEA & Asia, the additions include the region’s first G500 as well as… Read the full press release

Fiji Airways extends exclusive airline sponsorship of the Crusaders

Nadi, Fiji, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Fiji’s National Airline, Fiji Airways, has today (15 November 2019) announced it has extended its exclusive airline sponsorship of the Crusaders. The partnership will see Fiji Airways feature on the front of the Crusaders’ away jerseys from 2020. Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge said: “This will be the first… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International invites travelers to discover Europe like never before in summer 2021

With Seven Ships in the Region, the Cruise Line Offers New Ways to Explore Europe and New Ports of Call MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International invites travelers of all ages to discover Europe like never before in summer 2021 with 70% new itineraries that feature a new mix of destinations on seven ships…. Read the full press release

Arkansas Tourism recognized with Gold Adrian Award

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Arkansas Tourism has been honored by Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International with a Gold Adrian Award for digital marketing excellence for the state’s official travel website, Arkansas.com.  The annual Adrian Awards is one of the world’s largest and most prestigious travel marketing competitions. Out of more… Read the full press release

SO/ Hotels & Resorts launches new wellness program designed to bring nourishment and well-being to jet-setting guests

The brand’s new wellness and lifestyle concepts will be piloted at the avant-garde SO/ Vienna in advance of a wider global roll-out Paris, France, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — SO/ Hotels & Resorts, an exclusive lifestyle brand from Accor that features fashionable hotels exhibiting a distinctively rebellious interpretation of luxury, is pleased to announce a vibrant… Read the full press release

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts announces its entry into the Czech Republic with the Golden Prague Hotel

Golden Prague Hotel managed by Fairmont to join the brand’s global portfolio of extraordinary hotels and resorts in May 2020 Prague,  Czech Republic, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a world-leading luxury hotel brand within the Accor group, is pleased to announce its entry into the Czech Republic with the Golden Prague Hotel…. Read the full press release

Marriott International announces two all-inclusive, oceanfront resorts in the Caribbean

New agreements include an 800-room Marriott Hotels all-inclusive resort expected to open in 2022 BETHESDA, MD, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (NOVEMBER 14, 2019) announced it has signed contracts with hotel developers to open two all-inclusive, oceanfront resorts in the Caribbean – an 800-room Marriott Hotel in Jamaica and… Read the full press release

Marriott International to introduce three of its global hospitality brands to Thailand

Plan would bring more than 1,500 rooms and debut three brands across Phuket and Pattaya by 2024 BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (NOVEMBER 15, 2019) announced it has signed agreements with Asset World Corporation (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real-estate group, to introduce three of its… Read the full press release

Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts launches first flagship hotel in Germany featuring brand-defining new design

Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts launches first flagship hotel in Germany featuring brand-defining new design for public spaces and guest rooms. The newly transformed Crowne Plaza® Hamburg – City Alster has been designed with the modern traveller and local in mind. The hotel has become the first Crowne Plaza in Germany… Read the full press release

Qantas prepares for its second ultra-long haul research flight to reduce jetlag for passengers and improve crew wellbeing

2nd of 3 Project Sunrise research flights to reduce jetlag and design optimum crew rest and work pattern Builds on learnings from New York-Sydney service last month ‘Supper at breakfast time’ among changes to on-board service to help passengers adjust to new timezone Almost 100 years to the day that the first London to Australia flight… Read the full press release

Qantas kicks off 12 months of centenary celebrations with a non-stop London to Sydney flight

Project Sunrise research flight direct from London to Sydney lands after 19 hours and 19 minutes Qantas announces Centenary program to celebrate 100 years of the flying kangaroo Royal Australian Mint unveils commemorative $1 centenary coin Qantas exhibition to visit a number of cities across Australia Sydney, Australia, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has kicked… Read the full press release

Ice Skating at Millennium Park presented by Hilton opens for the season

Opening Day Program to Showcase Skating Performances at 11am Other Programming Includes Free Ice Skating Lessons and DJ Nights Chicago, IL, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Ice Skating at Millennium Park presented by Hilton opens for the season (weather permitting) at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink on Friday, November 15. At 11am, a special program will feature performances by the… Read the full press release

Emirates participates in the 2019 edition of the Dubai Airshow

Airline to display full family of commercial and training aircraft Dubai, U.A.E., 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — As Emirates aircraft make their way to the Dubai Airshow site today (14 November 2019), the airline is gearing up for the 2019 edition of the Dubai Airshow, where it will showcase its full family of commercial and… Read the full press release

HMSHost brings the modern day “roadside” burger stand Shake Shack at McCarran International Airport

HMSHost brings world class burgers to Terminal 1 LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — McCarran International Airport (LAS) travelers can now get a taste of Shake Shack, the modern day “roadside” burger stand that got started in New York in 2001 and continues to build a devoted fan base all over the… Read the full press release

Finavia to trial new generation of hand luggage technology at Helsinki Airport

Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Next year, Finavia will test security check technology that enables liquids to be carried in hand luggage. Finavia is preparing to open the expanded Terminal 2. As part of its planning, a new generation of hand luggage technology is being piloted at Helsinki Airport. This is set to bring major changes to the security check process…. Read the full press release

Iberia features new route from Madrid to Washington DC for the summer season 2020

In the summer season 2020, it will fly up to five times a week between the two capital cities Iberia will also operate daily Madrid-Tokyo flight, launch services to Cairo, and operate a daily flight to San Juan, Puerto Rico The delivery of six new A350s next year will enable Iberia to use this aircraft type for flights to Tokyo and Los Angeles… Read the full press release