UNWTO addresses the European Parliament aimed at placing tourism high on European Union’s agenda

Madrid, Spain, 2020-Feb-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) today (19 FEB 2020) addressed the European Parliament in the context of several high-level meetings aimed at placing tourism high on European Union’s agenda. Europe is the world’s most visited regions and home to international tourism leaders such as… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Group increases shareholding in International Consolidated Airlines Group, S.A.

Doha, Qatar, 2020-Feb-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group Q.C.S.C. (“Qatar Airways”) is pleased to announce that it has increased its shareholding in International Consolidated Airlines Group, S.A. (“IAG”) from 21.4 per cent to 25.1 per cent. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Mr. Akbar Al Baker stated, “Our investment to date has been… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces three Leadership changes in Air Operations

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2020-Feb-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Feb 18, 2020) announced three Leadership changes in Air Operations. Late last year, Senior Vice President of Air Operations Craig Drew announced his intention to retire after a long and storied career to spend more time with his family, but he agreed… Read the full press release

THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT OSLO

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OSLO, Norway, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The capital and most populous city of Norway, Oslo is a diverse and ever-growing metropolis brimming with an air of reinvention.  Surrounded by a refreshing sea and a scenic mountain range, Oslites are very environmentally conscious and nature is indeed a force very admired and respected. The city is one of the world’s greenest cities, committed to sustainable food production and green spaces. It was selected as… Read the full press release

MSC Cruises updates the itinerary of MSC Bellissima’s 28-night Grand Voyage from the Gulf to Asia

New itinerary includes alternative destinations in United Arab Emirates, Vietnam and Thailand to replace cancelled calls to mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan  Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises has updated the itinerary of MSC Bellissima for her forthcoming 28-night Grand Voyage sailing from the Gulf to Asia on March 21st…. Read the full press release

The SIA Group announces senior management appointments

Singapore, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ —  The SIA Group is pleased to announce several senior management appointments, all effective 1 April 2020. Mr Mak Swee Wah, Executive Vice President Commercial, will assume the post of Executive Vice President Operations. He will be responsible for SIA’s Cabin Crew, Customer Services and Operations, Engineering, and Flight… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group announces the appointment of Sharon Rothstein as an independent Non-Executive Director of IHG

Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (“IHG”) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today (18 FEBRUARY 2020) announces that Sharon Rothstein is to be appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director of IHG. She will join the IHG Board with effect from 1 June 2020. Sharon Rothstein currently serves as Operating Partner of… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the appointment of Jim Scholefield as Chief Information and Digital Officer

BETHESDA, MD, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (FEBRUARY 18, 2020) announced the appointment of Jim Scholefield as Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO), effective February 24. In this role, Scholefield will be responsible for leading all aspects of the company’s information technology and digital strategies. Scholefield will report… Read the full press release

JW Marriott Muscat sets the stage for distinctive experiences in Oman’s historic capital

Adjacent to the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre, the New Hotel Offers a Fresh take on Luxury MUSCAT, OMAN, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, Inc., announced the opening of JW Marriott Muscat today (FEBRUARY 18, 2020), setting the stage for distinctive experiences in Oman’s historic capital. Located in… Read the full press release

Amari curates selection of art showcases near three of its iconic hotels and resorts in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket

Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Art enriches the soul and appeals to people from all walks of life. No matter where we visit, art captures and depicts the unique beauty and spirit of the locals and the destinations they call home. With a diverse portfolio across its home country of Thailand, Amari… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An awarded a Five-Star rating by Forbes Travel Guide

Hoi An, Vietnam, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An has been awarded a coveted Five-Star rating for a second consecutive year by Forbes Travel Guide, the only independent global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. The Resort’s Five-Star rating is one of 56 received by Four Seasons Hotels and… Read the full press release

AHLA congratulates Hilton for being named the #1 Great Place to Work by Fortune Magazine and Great Place to Work

Five Hotel Companies Among the 2020 Best 100 List WASHINGTON, USA, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today (February 18, 2020) congratulated Hilton for being named the #1 Great Place to Work by Fortune Magazine and Great Place to Work. It is… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality named the third best employer in the 2020 Focus-Business “Germany’s Best Employers” Awards

Deutsche Hospitality achieves top placement in the Focus-Business employer rankings Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality is one of the best companies in the country to work for in 2020. The group has earned third place in the “Restaurants, Hotels and Tourism” category in this year’s Focus-Business “Germany’s Best… Read the full press release

VisitBritain sponsors the new Best of British category at the Off To Work Event Photography Awards 2020

LONDON, UK, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The awards honour photographers of all levels who contribute show-stopping imagery that supports the events industry in the UK. The Best of British category will recognise the many talented photographers who help events across the country tell their story through captivating imagery and celebrate the country’s excellence… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park’s Concorde Platinum tour to launch on Mother’s Day (22 March)

Exclusive Platinum tours of the Runway Visitor Park’s Concorde start Sunday 22 March To book visit www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk Manchester, UK, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park says a new 90-minute tour of its iconic Concorde will offer the most in-depth guest experience yet. The Concorde Platinum tour will launch on Sunday 22… Read the full press release

UNWTO to support sustainable tourism growth in Greece

Madrid, Spain, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) paid a high-level visit to Greece to meet with the Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism and offer the United Nations’ specialized agency’s support as the country works to grow and diversify its tourism sector. Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili was in… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport getting ready for the busy Carnival school break

Brussels, Belgium, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting this coming Friday, tens of thousands of passengers will be making their way to Brussels Airport to jet off to exotic, winter sports or quite simply sunny destinations. To accommodate this significant number of travellers, Brussels Airport will be pulling out all the stops again to… Read the full press release

Hyatt named to the 2020 FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For®” list

Hyatt celebrates an inclusive culture that empowers colleagues to be their best CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt has been named today to the 2020 FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For®” list, an annual ranking of companies with outstanding workplace cultures according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to… Read the full press release

Accor and Visa announce global partnership to bring new payment experiences to ALL-Accor Live Limitless loyalty members

Partnership will deliver enhanced payment experiences to ALL-Accor Live Limitless loyalty members Paris and San Francisco, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (February 18, 2020), Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and Visa (V: NYSE), the global leader in digital payments, announced a global partnership to bring new payment experiences to ALL-Accor Live Limitless loyalty… Read the full press release

Delaware North at Shenandoah National Park creates opportunities for local high school students through new partnership

Buffalo, N.Y., 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Delaware North at Shenandoah National Park in Virginia recently formed a partnership to create opportunities for local high school students. Delaware North’s human resources manager at Shenandoah National Park, Paul Johnson, recognized a shortage of qualified cooks for lodging properties Skyland and Big Meadows Lodge. Delaware North… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport opens the first Hungarian corporate lounge

Budapest, Hungary, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The 70 sqm Tungsram Lounge embodies a new, innovative tool for cultivating business relationships and symbolizes a milestone in the strategic partnership between Tungsram and Budapest Airport. The Tungsram Lounge, which is located next to gate A8 of Terminal 2A, operates from 12th February. It is quite special… Read the full press release

IATA reinforces cooperation with International Post Corporation

Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Post Corporation (IPC) have today (18 February 2020) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to reinforce cooperation between the two organizations. The aim for both IATA and IPC is to promote the development and expansion of safe, secure,… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport’s Sleepout raised a total of £15,557 to provide support for people affected by homelessness

BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport’s Sleepout has raised a total of £15,557 for the Welcome Organisation, a local charity that provides on the ground support for people affected by homelessness. Aiming to raise vital funds to deliver potentially life-saving services, the Sleepout challenges people to spend one night sleeping outdoors…. Read the full press release

Qatar Airways announces codeshare agreement with Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air is the national carrier of Bulgaria, operating to 25 destinations in Europe and the Middle East Two new destinations in Bulgaria will be available to Qatar Airways’ passengers for the first time for booking from 18 February 2020 DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce it… Read the full press release

British Airways Executive Club Members can collect Up to double Avios on eStore purchases

LONDON, UK, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways Executive Club Members could be even closer to unlocking exciting travel rewards by earning up to double Avios this month when shopping at selected retailers including H&M and John Lewis on Avios eStore. From today(February 18, 2020) until the beginning of March, Members of the award-winning loyalty programme, British… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Tunis names Hamza Sehili as new Hotel Manager

Tunis, North Africa, 2020-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamza Sehili is joining the Four Seasons family as the new Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Tunis with a wealth of international experiences. Born and raised in Tunis, he began his career in the rooms division, immediately after graduating from IHET (Institut des Hautes Etudes… Read the full press release