SINGITA HONOURED TO RECEIVE THREE CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2020 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

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CApe Town, South Africa, 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — SINGITA HONOURED TO RECEIVE THREE CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2020 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS:“#1 in AFRICA RESORTS; #5 in AFRICA RESORTS; #2 in SOUTH AFRICA RESORTS”   Condé Nast Traveler has just announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Singita lodges recognised in three categories: #1… Read the full press release

dnata launches cool dollies to enhance its pharma handling capabilities in Singapore

High-tech cool dollies ensure safe and efficient handling of pharmaceuticals at Changi Airport Singapore, 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, one of the world’s leading air services providers, has further enhanced its pharma handling capabilities in Singapore by launching cool dollies in its operations. The company’s new, high-tech containers are specially designed to serve the pharmaceutical… Read the full press release

Five Avani Hotels & Resorts recognised as Top Hotels and Resorts in Asia and Europe in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Avani Hotels & Resorts (www.avanihotels.com) is thrilled to announce that five of the brand’s properties were recognised as Top Hotels and Resorts in Asia and Europe in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. More than 715,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted an incredible number of… Read the full press release

Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel introduces VIVID by Verita Health

Doha, Qatar, 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas steps into the world of integrated health and wellness with the introduction of VIVID by Verita Health at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel. Located in the garden courtyard setting adjacent to the Bangkok jet set’s much-loved retreat from the capital’s buzz, Aqua Bar, VIVID at Anantara… Read the full press release

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas recognised with 25 accolades in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveller US and UK Readers’ Choice Awards

Doha, Qatar, 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas wakes to news that its portfolio of luxury properties around the world has been recognised with a total of 25 accolades in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveller US and UK Readers’ Choice Awards. The magazines represent the most prestigious and highly respected… Read the full press release

Clarion Pointe opened its 20th hotel in the U.S.

Clarion Brand Extension Continues United States Expansion with Hotels that Provide Affordable Elevated Essentials ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Two years after launching Clarion Pointe, a midscale select-service brand extension franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), the brand has opened its 20th hotel in the U.S. and now has over 50 hotels open or… Read the full press release

JNTO adds training modules to e-learning platform

JAPAN, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the launch of their e-learning platform earlier this year, JNTO has released a new training course for British tour operators and travel agents. This intermediate course introduces a variety of outdoor activities, gardens, modern art and cultural experiences. Yumi Takakubo, Head of Trade Partnership and Marketing says:… Read the full press release

Appointment of Mr. Jawed Shaikh as Regional Accounts Manager, Absolute Hotel Services, India

Mumbai, India, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ —  Mr. Sameer Dharkar Managing Director is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Jawed Shaikh as Regional Accounts Manager, effective October 2020. Being a commerce graduate, Mr. Jawed is an astute professional with 11 years of rich and extensive experience in finance, accounting, auditing, budgeting, maintaining of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi named the highest ranked Resort in Malaysia by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Award

Langkawi, Malaysia, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Langkawi is named the highest ranked Resort in Malaysia by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Award, the most renowned international travel publication in the travel industry. “We’re delighted to be chosen as the #1 resort in Malaysia,” says David Macklin, General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, adding that the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai announces a multi-million dollar enhancement program

Accepting reservations starting December 1, 2020, the famed destination will receive a multi-million dollar refresh, including the addition of new amenities, accommodations, and stand-alone villas Hawaii, Hualalai, U.S.A., 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, the only Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond Resort on the Island of Hawaii, announces a resort-wide renovation… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas named one of the top ten resorts in Western Mexico in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

The ultra-luxury Resort is recognised as one of the top ten resorts in Western Mexico Costa Palmas, Los Cabos, Mexico, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas has been named one of the top ten resorts in Western Mexico in the coveted 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. This marks the second accolade… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur named the #1 Hotel in Asia outside Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore in the 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards By Condé Nast Traveler

Hotel ranks #1 in Asia outside Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore, and #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur has been named the #1 Hotel in Asia outside Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, the renowned international travel publication. The top accolade also marks the… Read the full press release

Newly renovated Four Seasons Resort Nevis to reopen November 1, 2020 just in time for the holidays

The recently renovated Caribbean luxury resort reopens just in time for the holidays Nevis, West Indies, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis is welcoming guests back to paradise starting November 1, 2020, just in time for the Thanksgiving and Festive holidays. The recently reimagined and revitalised Caribbean resort boasts 350 acres (142 hectares) of exclusivity… Read the full press release

British Airways promotion: book a Reward Flight across long haul destinations for half the amount of Avios needed

British Airways launches promotion which halves the number of Avios needed to book a Reward Flight across long haul destinations Number of Avios needed to book a short haul Reward Flight also dropped by 25% London, UK, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is offering customers the chance to fly to any long… Read the full press release

George Best Belfast City Airport welcomes Eastern Airways’ services to Cardiff

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Eastern Airways will commence up to six flights a week from George Best Belfast City Airport to Welsh capital Cardiff from 11th January 2021, while also having recently increased frequency on routes to Southampton and Teesside International Airport. The service, the only direct air link to Wales on… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month with limited edition amenity kits and pink-themed special menus

Limited edition BRIC’S amenity kits will be available on select Qatar Airways flights throughout October  Qatar Airways’ passengers will also enjoy a ‘Think Pink’ menu onboard and at Al Mourjan Business Lounge DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — On the occasion of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Qatar Airways will offer its passengers an… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways sponsors UNWTO-led global start-up competition event

Start-up competition established by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) aims to identify innovators with a focus on sustainability Competition event is set to take place in February 2021 in Doha, with Qatar Airways and QNTC providing finalists with flights, transportation and accommodation DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to operate four weekly flights to San Francisco

San Francisco becomes the carrier’s newest gateway, with flights operated by the sustainable A350 aircraft offering Qsuite, the best and most private Business Class, plus free Super Wi-Fi broadband internet on board  Launch of flights to San Francisco will increase Qatar Airways’ current network in the U.S. to 55 weekly flights across nine gateways as… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels Increases Diversity Among Its Owner Base with multi-unit agreement with an African American Entrepreneur

Latest Multi-Unit Deal with an African American Entrepreneur Increases Diversity Among Company’s Owner Base and Across Hospitality Industry ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc.’s (NYSE: CHH) one-of-a-kind emerging markets franchise development program has awarded a contract to Fredric Washington to develop six hotels. This new contract with an African American entrepreneur represents the… Read the full press release

Fresca Café and Bakery at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria launches new menu and take-out bakery corner

Chefs Patrick and Giuseppe collaborate to bring the freshest in the culinary scene to the table Alexandria, Egypt, 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Imagine sitting by the Corniche and enjoying a morning coffee with a delicious croissant: Fresca Café and Bakery at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria is just the right place for this experience with its freshly launched… Read the full press release

Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards recognised Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club as the #1 Hotel in Florida

Oceanfront hotel tops state list outside Miami Surfside, Florida, U.S.A., 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler today (October 6, 2020) announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club recognised as the #1 Hotel in Florida outside Miami. Of the award, General… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea set to welcome guests back with aloha on November 20, 2020

New “Safe on Maui” programming offers innovative solutions for guests as they travel to and stay at the luxury Resort Hawaii, Maui, U.S.A., 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is welcoming guests back with aloha on November 20, 2020, and the luxury beach Resort is more ready than ever to deliver their signature… Read the full press release

YYC #FlyHealthyYYC program earns Airports Council International Airport Health Accreditation

Calgary, Alberta, 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — We are proud to announce YYC Calgary International Airport received the Airports Council International  Airport Health Accreditation in recognition of the high standards of our #FlyHealthyYYC program. “We are honoured to receive this accreditation as it reinforces our commitment to running a safe, secure and healthy airport above all else,” says… Read the full press release

IHG announces 176-rooms Hotel Indigo Jabal Al Akhdar in Oman opening early 2022

The company reaffirms industry confidence with brand debut in Oman and an upcoming opening in the UAE Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel groups, has signed a Management Agreement with Redhat Al Jabal LLC to debut its global upscale boutique brand, Hotel… Read the full press release

Marriott International celebrates the opening of Buenos Aires Marriott Hotel

Located on the iconic 9 de Julio Avenue in Buenos Aires, the 298-room hotel is the first to raise the Marriott Hotels flag in Argentina since 2013 BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, 2020-Oct-07 — /Travel PR News/ —Marriott International announced today (OCTOBER 6, 2020) the long-awaited opening of the Buenos Aires Marriott Hotel. Previously operating as the… Read the full press release

8base, A taste of Hachinohe in Tokyo

TOKYO, 2020-Oct-06 — /Travel PR News/ — News this month told us that 8base, a Hachinohe Metropolitan Area Exchange Plaza, opened up in Hibya, Tokyo. 8base is a ‘base’ where visitors can go and directly taste the charm of local gourmet food, local sake and special products related to the south of the Hachinohe area…. Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality announces management changes at INTERCITYHOTEL

Sandra Wiegmann and Nikolaus Kunz take up management positions in Kassel and Erfurt – Petra Bantle to be in charge of pre-opening in Dortmund – Jürgen Kramer retires after 42 years of service Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Oct-06 — /Travel PR News/ — New management at IntercityHotel: Sandra Wiegmann has become the new Director of… Read the full press release

IHG announces the opening of its newest UK hotel — Holiday Inn Express® Bicester, in Oxfordshire

Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Oct-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Developed by L+R Hotels, IHG® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of its newest UK hotel, managed by Atlas Hotels – Holiday Inn Express® Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Just a ten-minute walk from Bicester Village, a top UK shopping destination, a five-minute drive from Bicester town centre and with free on-site parking for guests,… Read the full press release

IHG® announces the opening of Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, Malaysia

Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Oct-06 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (05 OCTOBER 2020) announces the opening of Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, the first under the brand in Johor and the third in Malaysia. This 335-room new built hotel is part of Komtar… Read the full press release

Emirates launches suite of connectivity options for trade partners around the world

Dubai, UAE, 2020-Oct-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has launched a suite of connectivity options for its trade partners around the world to easily and directly access the airline’s rich content and other services. Developed using IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) standards, the Emirates Gateway is available via the recently launched Emirates Partners Portal. Adnan Kazim,… Read the full press release