Monthly Archives: March 2021

dnata and the Philippines’ largest carrier Cebu Pacific Air expand partnership in the Asia Pacific region

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dnata awarded multi-year contracts in Melbourne, Sydney and Singapore Singapore/Melbourne, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a global leading air services provider, and Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), the Philippines’ largest carrier, have expanded their long-standing partnership in the Asia Pacific region. In addition to the multi-year extension of an existing contract at Sydney Airport… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina announces Nick Kuchar as its latest Artist-in-Residence

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Renowned Oahu artist will showcase his signature vintage-inspired designs in year-long residency Hawaii, Oahu, U.S.A., 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina, an award-winning private destination resort on Oahu’s tranquil western coast, announces Nick Kuchar as the Resort’s latest Artist-in-Residence.  The Artist-in-Residence program, which launched in 2017, is a fine art gallery… Read the full press release

Historic San Domenico Palace to be reborn as a Four Seasons Hotel this summer

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Long-time favourite of European travellers on the Ionian coast of Sicily has been fully updated while retaining its unique charms and honouring its historic past Taormina, Italy, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Perched high above the deep blue waters of the Ionian Sea and in the magnetic presence of Mount Etna, one of Europe’s… Read the full press release

Vistara inaugurates non-stop services between Mumbai, India and Malé, Republic of Maldives

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Delhi, India, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today (03 March 2021) inaugurated its non-stop flights between Mumbai, India and Malé, Republic of Maldives. Vistara, thus, becomes the only airline to offer the choice of Premium Economy class of travel… Read the full press release

Ryanair joins the “Fuelling Flight Initiative”

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Dublin, Ireland, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (3rd Mar) announced it has joined the ambitious “Fuelling Flight Initiative” in its commitment to supporting Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) as an essential element to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in the aviation industry. This ambitious initiative provides recommendations on the sustainability aspects of the EU’s… Read the full press release

Ryanair announces its return to Belfast City Airport with 8 new routes for summer ’21

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Dublin, Ireland, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, today (04 March) announced it will return to Belfast City Airport after 11 years and is delighted to launch 8 new routes for summer ’21 connecting Belfast to a host of popular international summer destinations. NI consumers can now book a sunshine… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean unveils 2022-2023 winter deployment with weeklong Caribbean itineraries

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Cruise Line Goes All-in on Destinations, Giving Travelers More Variety for an Adventure-packed Vacation MIAMI, FL, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International is bringing the heat to its 2022-2023 winter deployment with weeklong Caribbean itineraries that will inspire guests to adventure again. The cruise line will set a bold tone for the season, breaking… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt House Atlanta / Perimeter Center

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Atlanta, Georgia, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt House Atlanta / Perimeter Center and Legacy Ventures proudly announced today (March 3, 2021) the hotel’s opening in the Georgia state capital. Located in Sandy Springs’ “Pill Hill” medical district, the extended stay property is comprised of 186 guestrooms.  Hyatt House Atlanta / Perimeter Center features an elevated… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces global growth of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Destination by Hyatt and JdV by Hyatt brands

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Intentional growth of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Destination by Hyatt and JdV by Hyatt brands demonstrates Hyatt’s commitment to expanding these brands to key global destinations CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (March 3, 2021) the global growth of its independent collection brands, including recent openings and… Read the full press release

3,358 Accor hotels to promote environmental sustainability and sustainable tourism worldwide

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3,358 hotels join the drive to champion sustainable practices as environmental consciousness amongst travellers increases Paris, France, 2021-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Expedia Group, the global travel platform and Accor, a world leading hospitality group, in conjunction with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are joining forces to further extend the… Read the full press release

Clean & Green Day at Baron Resort Sharm el Sheikh

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Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s not only about the hotel’s facilities, rooms. location and activities, it’s about the hotel’s sustainability and green initiatives that Baron Resort Sharm el Sheikh is keen on doing to position themselves as a sustainable and environmental friendly hotel. Baron Resort Sharm el Sheikh organizes… Read the full press release

The Najafi Companies to acquire all the assets of Classic Vacations from Expedia Group

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San Jose, CA, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Classic Vacations announced that a definitive purchase agreement has been signed by The Najafi Companies to acquire all the assets of Classic Vacations from Expedia Group effective April 2, 2021. Classic Vacations is the leading provider of premier vacation packages around the world, including but not… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport partners with Leaf IT to strengthen its digital transformation programme

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has agreed a new three-year partnership with local, cloud-first information technology company, Leaf IT, to strengthen the airport’s digital transformation programme. The collaboration between the two Belfast-based organisations, which will increase internal process efficiencies and enhance the overall customer experience at the airport,… Read the full press release

Southwest’s® Medical Transportation Grant Program donates 7,500 roundtrip tickets to help patients and caregivers closer to much-needed medical care

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DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Mar 2, 2021) announced it has donated 7,500 roundtrip tickets to help remove the financial burden for those who need to travel for life-changing or specialized medical care. More than 75 nonprofit hospitals and medical transportation organizations across the United States received… Read the full press release

Brown’s Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Mayfair marks the arrival of spring with virtual, interactive flower arranging workshop

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in partnership with Mayfair’s leading florist, Ellie Hartley, and JING Tea London, UK, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Brown’s Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Mayfair, is delighted to launch a ‘Spring Sensations Masterclass’ with Mayfair’s leading florist Ellie Hartley, and the hotel’s official tea partner, JING Tea. Designed to stimulate the senses this spring, on Saturday… Read the full press release

Rocco Forte Hotels launches Rocco Forte Private Villas in Verdura Resort, Sicily on April 1, 2021

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London, UK, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — April 2021 will see the launch of Rocco Forte Private Villas,  the first 20 branded independent villas overlooking the sparkling bay of Verdura Resort, Sicily. The new villas will guarantee ultimate privacy and security for those who seek exclusive accommodation combined with the unique services that have made… Read the full press release

Caribbean Airlines transports COVID-19 vaccines from Toronto to Guyana

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Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Caribbean Airlines confirms that the airline transported COVID-19 vaccines from Toronto to Guyana. Caribbean Airlines Cargo co-ordinated the movement via flight BW 607 on Tuesday March 02. Marklan Moseley, General Manager Cargo and New Business stated: “Caribbean Airlines is happy to have transported this important shipment…. Read the full press release

Caribbean Airlines Cargo teams up with exporTT to support Trinidad and Tobago businesses expand to international markets

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Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Caribbean Airlines Cargo has partnered with exporTT to better connect Trinidad and Tobago businesses to regional and international markets. A strategic alignment has been formed operating on the understanding that both organizations share similar goals and service many of the same clients. The areas of… Read the full press release

Toronto Pearson named Best Large Airport in North America by Airports Council International (ACI) World

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This recognition from Airports Council International – World underscores Pearson’s ongoing commitment to passenger service excellence, health and safety TORONTO, ONTARIO, 2021-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — For the fourth year in a row, Toronto Pearson has been named “Best Large Airport in North America serving more than 40 million passengers” by Airports Council International… Read the full press release

Emirates offers more personal space and privacy onboard with new seat product

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Airline also introduces generous discounts on excess baggage rates to support demand from customers flying on essential trips Dubai, UAE, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ Economy Class customers can now enjoy even more personal space and privacy onboard with the ability to purchase up to three empty adjoining seats on their flight. These… Read the full press release

The Emirates Group and Roads and Transport Authority strengthen cooperation in area of asset management

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Agreement to deepen strategic cooperation in area of asset management Nasser Bu Shehab: We are keen on RTA’s asset sustainability to ensure service continuity Dubai, UAE, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group and Roads and Transport Authority have today (2 March, 2021) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate and share… Read the full press release

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas unveils multi-million-dollar renovation of its two-bedroom over water pool residences

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Doha, Qatar, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Setting a new precedent in naturally inspired design and luxurious living in the greatest aquatic paradise on earth, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has launched its collection of the largest private pool residences in the world with the renovation completion of the resort’s two-bedroom over water pool residences. A multi-million-dollar project which… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines to operate autonomous towing tractors at Narita airport

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Tokyo, Japan, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (Mar 02,2021) announced the decision to officially launch and operate autonomous towing tractors to transport checked-in baggage at Narita airport. In October 2019, JAL launched a pilot program with Narita International Airport Corporation (NAA) to conduct various trials utilizing autonomous towing tractors within… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore names Beverly Magee as Regional Vice President and General Manager

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Baltimore, U.S.A., 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons veteran Beverly Magee has been named Regional Vice President in addition to her role as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore, with regional responsibilities for Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown and Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston. “I feel honoured and privileged to take on… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Mexico appoints Felix Murillo as General Manager

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Luxury Resort on Mexico´s Costalegre appoints 28-year Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts veteran Tamarindo, México, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Mexico welcomes General Manager Felix Murillo, who has spent almost three decades in various positions at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide. Murillo will lead this oceanfront oasis through pre-opening and its opening,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg welcomes new General Manager Richard Raab

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St. Petersburg, Russia, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Richard Raab has taken over as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg. Richard’s career in hospitality started with Four Seasons back in 1998, and the very first hotel was Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. But inspiration for this step appeared in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Denver recognised as the #1 Best Hotel in Denver by U.S. News and World Report

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Denver, U.S.A., 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognised publisher of consumer advice and information, awarded Four Seasons Hotel Denver as the #1 Hotel in the category of Best Hotels in Denver and the #3 in Best Colorado Hotels. “We are extremely proud to be recognised as the #1 Best Hotel in Denver… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail honoured as #1 Best Hotel and #1 Best Resort in Vail by U.S. News & World Report

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Vail, U.S.A., 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognised publisher of consumer advice and information, named Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail as the #1 Hotel and #1 Best Resort in the category of Best Hotels in Vail, and the #10 Hotel in the category of Best Hotels in Colorado. “We are… Read the full press release

flydubai launches service to Sarajevo and Tbilisi

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holidays by flydubai offers attractive packages from AED 1,539 Dubai, UAE, 2021-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — holidays by flydubai has launched attractive packages for travel to Sarajevo and Tbilisi. The packages start from AED 1,539 and include hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis and return economy class tickets for two people. flydubai… Read the full press release

GlobalStar Travel Management and Snowstorm Technologies Strategic Partnership

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London, UK and Worldwide, 2021-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — GlobalStar Travel Management and OneWurld, A division of Snowstorm Technologies (UK) Ltd. announce strategic global partnership. An exciting alliance combining distribution, technology, content and knowledge. The new travel landscape presents innovation opportunities. The announcement of a strategic global partnership between leading international travel management network… Read the full press release