Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (January 09, 2020) announced a codeshare agreement with Shanghai Airlines to expand the carrier`s international network in China. Reservations and ticket sales begin on January 9, 2020. The codeshare agreement will add two routes to JAL`s international network, which includes flights between Shanghai… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: January 2020
Lufthansa Group awards Swissport 5-year cargo handling contract at Brussels and Liège airports
Opfikon, Switzerland, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport and Lufthansa signed a 5-year contract for cargo handling at Brussels and Liège airports. The agreement covers Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines. At the end of December 2019, Swissport and Lufthansa Cargo renewed their agreement regarding cargo handling at Brussels and Liège airports. The agreement… Read the full press release
Edmonton International Airport launches new dining option in 2020
Edmonton, AB, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers at Edmonton International Airport (EIA) will have a new dining option accessible from both sides of security in 2020, with a local Edmonton favourite coming to the airport through a partnership with ECG Ventures. The Canadian Brewhouse will start construction this winter and open in the… Read the full press release
Marriott International to bring the W brand for the first time to Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula
218-room, oceanfront W Playa del Carmen is expected to open in 2023 MONTERREY, MEXICO, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 9, 2020) announced that it has signed an agreement with Fibra Inn (BMV: FINN13, ADR OTC: DFBRY) to bring the W Hotels brand for the first time to… Read the full press release
IHG focuses on awareness and prevention of human trafficking with mandatory training, tools and resources for hotel colleagues
Company focuses on awareness and prevention with mandatory training, tools and resources for hotel colleagues Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — January is recognized as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in the U.S. and IHG®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has intensified its ongoing effort to fight human… Read the full press release
Ryanair announces big January seat sale
DUBLIN, Ireland, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (9 Jan) launched a massive January seat sale, with up to €30 off 1 million seats for Summer 2020 across its European network, ensuring even more savings for its customers this summer season. This amazing January seat sale is available on return… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces the opening of Thompson Hotels brand’s first property in Washington D.C.
Thompson Hotels lifestyle brand expands to nation’s capital, in the heart of bustling, emerging Navy Yard neighborhood CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announces the opening of Thompson Washington D.C., the Thompson Hotels brand’s first property in the nation’s capital. Located in the emerging Navy Yard neighborhood, the new hotel features 225… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines celebrates groundbreaking of its new corporate headquarters in Dania Beach, Florida
Spirit to add 225 more jobs and move 1,000 Miramar-based employees to the new campus in Dania Beach, Fla., in 2022 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: SAVE), America’s fastest-growing airline, today held a groundbreaking ceremony with Spirit Team Members, local and state officials, and business leaders to celebrate… Read the full press release
KAYAK releases its 5th annual Travel Hacker Guide
Visit Top-Trending Hawaii, Stay Budget Savvy in Southern U.S. Cities, or Fly Solo in Colombia STAMFORD, Conn., 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — KAYAK is releasing its 5th annual Travel Hacker Guide featuring data on where to go, when to book and best times to fly. And for the first time since its inception, KAYAK… Read the full press release
George Best Belfast City Airport Fire Service announces arrival of its two new fire tenders
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — New year, new appliances for the George Best Belfast City Airport Fire Service! The Airport Fire and Rescue Service has now completed its new fleet with the arrival of the final two fire tenders. Each representing an investment in the region of £1million, the new arrivals… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways to participate at the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020
The exhibition will be taking place from 15–18 January, and will draw tens of thousands of trade and public visitors DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce its participation in the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, where it will display its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 fitted with its multi award-winning… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner of the fourth edition of the Shop Qatar festival
The 2020 edition will run until the end of January An array of exciting fashion shows, beauty masterclasses and entertainment are on offer Qatar Airways is offering special fares from select destinations, stopover and travel packages for visitors to Qatar DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines officially opened a new maintenance facility at William P. Hobby International Airport
DALLAS, TEXAS, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 8, 2020) officially opened a new maintenance facility at William P. Hobby International Airport, highlighting the importance Houston holds for the nation’s largest domestic airline* and underscoring its commitment to Safety while investing in the Bayou City. The 240,000 square foot… Read the full press release
Austrian Airlines is the official airline partner of Holiday Fair, 16 to 19 January
Focus on new destinations such as Boston, Rome or Barcelona Austrian Airlines is once again partner airline of the Holiday Fair in Vienna Visitors can look forward to a competition and special trade fair offers Austrian home-carrier informs about sustainability and CO2 compensation VIENNA, Austria, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Every year, the Holiday… Read the full press release
The Apurva Kempinski Bali debuts new villa collection, ready to welcome families or groups of any size for any occasion
Grand Designs: New Villa Collection Marks the Completion of The Apurva Kempinski Bali Bali, Indonesia, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Apurva Kempinski Bali has launched a collection of 43 beautifully appointed private villas, nestled in tropical gardens on the clifftops of Nusa Dua. Named after the mighty kingdoms that once ruled over Indonesia, the one-,… Read the full press release
The Forebay restaurant at Hershey Lodge to be renamed as Revelry Chophouse, Bar & Patio
Hershey, Pa., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Forebay, a full-service restaurant at Hershey Lodge, will have a new name, refreshed look and reimagined concept this month. The restaurant will close for renovations on Jan. 13 and reopen as Revelry Chophouse, Bar & Patio on Jan. 17. Located in the heart of Hershey Lodge above the main lobby, yet tucked… Read the full press release
Textron Aviation acquires an Australian Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul service provider, Premiair Aviation Maintenance Pty Ltd
WICHITA, Kan., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, is strengthening its Asia Pacific (APAC) service offerings with the Textron Inc. acquisition of Premiair Aviation Maintenance Pty Ltd, an Australian Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) service provider. Previously named an Authorized Service Facility (ASF), Premiair now joins the Textron… Read the full press release
NetJets takes delivery of its first Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet
WICHITA, Kan., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today (JANUARY 6, 2020) that NetJets, a Berkshire Hathaway company, accepted its first delivery of the new Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet on Dec. 31, 2019. This delivery represents a significant milestone for both NetJets and Textron Aviation as they bring… Read the full press release
Tourism Toronto launches new winter campaign
Bold new campaign introduces four “Spotlight Weekends” for the destination this winter TORONTO, CA, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Toronto today (January 8, 2020), launched a new campaign for the destination that puts a spotlight on winter and encourages visitors to get out and do more all winter long across the city. The new… Read the full press release
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sakarya, Turkey opens its doors to welcome guests
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper-upscale brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces, is pleased to announce the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Sakarya, in northwestern Turkey. Sakarya is one of the largest industrial hubs, dynamic and fast-growing cities in Turkey. Located in the Marmara… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group unveils new design concept for the brand new Radisson RED Reykjavik
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is extremely proud to reveal the design concept for the brand new Radisson RED Reykjavik. This new city hub, the first ever Radisson RED in Iceland, is set to open its doors in 2021. “Radisson RED is Radisson Hotel Group’s upscale, select service hotel brand… Read the full press release
Stagecoach named as a finalist in Northern Power Women Awards
Stagecoach shortlisted in the Large Organisation category Recognition follows initiatives by Stagecoach to build inclusive workforce Stagecoach recently rated as Britain’s top public transport company for diversity and inclusion Perth, Scotland, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach is proud to have been named as a finalist in this year’s Northern Power Women Awards. Britain’s biggest… Read the full press release
Stagecoach: Oxford Tube introduces improved timetable and a brand-new express service
New timetable and express services started this morning 12 express journeys to Baker Street Monday to Friday, between Oxford and London in both directions Significant increase in number of journeys – an extra 13,446 seats each week Up to every 8-minute frequency on Saturdays leaving Oxford Stagecoach, who operates the Oxford Tube, confirmed fares will… Read the full press release
Stagecoach: Sam Greer to succeed retiring Robert Andrew as new Regional Director for Scotland
Sam Greer to take over as new Regional Director for Scotland Follows announcement that Robert Andrew is to retire after 35 years in the transport industry Perth, Scotland, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach has named its new Regional Director for Scotland as Sam Greer. Sam, who has been in the transport industry for 35… Read the full press release
Waldorf Astoria hotels, La Quinta Resort & Club and Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills partner with Desert Jet and Empire Polo Club to create a once-in-a-lifetime President’s Day weekend package
Renowned Waldorf Astoria Hotels partner with Desert Jet and Empire Polo Club for over-the-top luxury experience MCLEAN, VA., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Two iconic Waldorf Astoria hotels, La Quinta Resort & Club and Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, have partnered with Desert Jet and Empire Polo Club to create a once-in-a-lifetime President’s Day weekend package to Los Angeles and Greater Palm Springs. For… Read the full press release
MSC Cruises launches new brand campaign, “The Sea at Its Most”
Oscar winning composer Ennio Morricone has composed an original track for the campaign Filmed on board MSC Bellissima, “The Sea at Its Most” campaign will roll-out globally through an integrated marketing Campaign in 30 countries worldwide Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — With the new brand campaign, “The Sea at Its Most”, MSC Cruises shows how… Read the full press release
MSC Cruises wished ‘Bon voyage’ to guests aboard MSC Magnifica as she departed for its 2020 world cruise
43 exotic and aspirational destinations across 23 countries and 5 continents An outstanding line-up of 10 international chefs onboard 8 content creators hand-selected to share their experience onboard Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises, the fastest growing cruise-line in the word has wished ‘Bon voyage’ to guests aboard MSC Magnifica as she departed from… Read the full press release
CWTSatoTravel announces its induction into the Military Spouse Employment Partnership
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ —CWTSatoTravel, the military and government division of B2B4E travel management platform, CWT, today (January 07, 2020) announces the company’s induction into the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), an organization within the US Department of Defense that connects military spouses with hundreds of partner employers who have committed to… Read the full press release
Worldwide Flight Services awarded new ground handling contracts in North America by Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Airlines and Allegiant Air
Paris, France, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Airlines and Allegiant Air have awarded new ground handling contracts to Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in North America. At Newark Liberty International Airport, Cathay Pacific has extended its passenger handling agreement of the past five years to now also include ramp, cabin cleaning and de-icing… Read the full press release
SuitePad Announced as the Best Guest Room Tablet in the 2020 HotelTechAwards
SuitePad has won the HotelTechAward 2020 category Best Guest Room Tablets AND the Best Places To Work In Hotel Tech competition! BERLIN, Germany, 2020-Jan-08 — /Travel PR News/ — HotelTechReport.com stands alone as the most prestigious and trustworthy platform for hotel industry professionals to research and review technology specific to the industry. The HotelTechAwards use a unique… Read the full press release