Monthly Archives: May 2021

Hyatt Hotels launch more than 160 Hyatt Loves Local collaborations to help revitalize communities recovering from COVID-19 pandemic

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Building on the success of Hyatt’s global initiative in 2020, Hyatt hotels are teaming up with even more minority and female-owned businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to strengthen communities in which they operate in CHICAGO, IL, 2021-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today (May 10, 2021) Hyatt hotels across… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality enhances its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Strategy

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First climate-neutral hotel / 30 percent of menu items to be vegetarian / commitment to responsibility Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality is putting sustainability at the very heart of its global corporate approach. The group has completely redrawn its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Strategy to emphasise that a… Read the full press release

Emirates to present its Premium Economy seats for the first time at Arabian Travel Market 2021 (ATM)

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Visitors will also personally view enhanced signature onboard products Dubai, UAE, 2021-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will be showcasing its Premium Economy seats for the first time at Arabian Travel Market 2021 (ATM). The region’s leading travel and tourism exhibition will run from 16-19 May, and will be the first in-person travel industry… Read the full press release

Emirates supports India in its fight to control COVID-19 situation by launching humanitarian airbridge

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Emirates will offer cargo capacity free of charge to NGOs, to ship relief items on all its flights from Dubai to nine cities in India Airbridge initiative is a major boost from Emirates, supporting the various relief efforts undertaken by the humanitarian community In co-ordination with the International Humanitarian City (IHC), first flights carrying WHO… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Geneva launches Check-up with CENAS Sleep Clinic accommodation package

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2021-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Geneva has launched a new accommodation package: Check-up with CENAS Sleep Clinic in collaboration with Switzerland’s first private medical sleep clinic, CENAS. Geneva is renowned as one of the cities offering the highest quality of life, with a picturesque city centre that is beautifully set within the spectacular Swiss… Read the full press release

Qantas Frequent Flyers can use points for lift passes at five snowfields across New Zealand

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QUEENSTOWN, AUSTRALIA, 2021-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Frequent Flyers can now use points to pay for lift passes at five snowfields across New Zealand this winter. From today (10TH MAY 2021), members can use points to book 3, 4, 5 and 6-day lift passes which include Cardrona, Treble Cone, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates the return of staycation with the launch of UK’s Latest Check-Out

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From 17 May – 2 June, guests at participating IHG hotels can check-out until 11:59pm meaning more time to rediscover travel (or enjoy a really long lie-in!)  Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The comfortable bed, the indulgent breakfast, the room service and the ‘not-lifting-a-finger’; we’ve all missed hotels. And to celebrate… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the 11th InterContinental Hotel & Resort in Australasia — InterContinental Parramatta

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IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens its luxury portfolio with second signing from the InterContinental brand in two months, following InterContinental Sorrento InterContinental Parramatta will be the 11th InterContinental Hotel & Resort in Australasia Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The world’s largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, is set to… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality launches four innovative solutions in the area of digital meetings formats

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Hybrid Meeting Suites, Hybrid Studios, Hy-End Event and Virtual Meeting Platform – four innovative solutions from Deutsche Hospitality in the area of digital meetings formats. Yoga lessons, catering and cocktail courses can all be added if required Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality is embracing the new way of… Read the full press release

dnata teams up with Blue Aqua Food Tech to further decrease food waste and support local food production supply chain

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Singapore, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air services provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Blue Aqua Food Tech (Blue Aqua) to boost food security in Singapore. The partnership will see Blue Aqua upcycle organic waste from dnata’s catering and ground handling operations into alternative insect protein for aquafeeds…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México announces employee fashion collection with famed Mexico City designer Kris Goyri

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Luxury resort on Mexico’s Costalegre collaborates with acclaimed Mexican fashion house Tamarindo, México, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — A private oceanfront natural reserve nestled within a secluded enclave on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México announces an exclusive employee fashion collection with famed Mexico City designer Kris Goyri. The Resort commissioned Goyri to curate a… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Megève launches exciting gastronomic and wellbeing activities to enjoy this summer

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From horseback rides through wildflower meadows to gastronomic delights prepared using local flowers and plants, Four Seasons Hotel Megève is the perfect spot to unwind this summer Megeve, France, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Megève has launched an exciting array of gastronomic and wellbeing activities to enjoy this summer. The Hotel is also… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon reinvents itself following extensive renovation

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An iconic hotel in Portugal’s vibrant capital prepares to reinvent itself after 60 years of service Lisbon, Portugal, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — So much more than a room renovation announcement, this is a serendipitous story that begins in 1959, when the Hotel first opened its doors. “We have welcomed guests from all over the… Read the full press release

Choice Privileges members can save up to 20% this month with Spring Savings promotion

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Loyalty Members Can Book, Stay and Save up to 20% This Month ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Privileges, the award-winning loyalty program from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is helping travelers take advantage of the warmer weather across the United States with their Spring Savings promotion. Beginning May 3 through May 23, Choice Privileges members who book… Read the full press release

British Airways delivers emergency aid to Delhi to support COVID-19 relief efforts in India

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British Airways, supported by its sister company IAG Cargo, flew 27 tonnes of medical aid to Delhi on Wednesday May 5, 2021   1,349 items of aid departed on an aircraft specially chartered by British Airways and supported by volunteers from the airline to ensure life-saving supplies reach the country urgently  British Airways Chairman and CEO Sean Doyle said the airline has offered the free support as it “stands with its friends… Read the full press release

British Airways launches new advertising campaign “You make us fly”

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London, UK, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — After one of the worst years in aviation history, British Airways has launched a new advertising campaign, putting its people and customers at the centre of the story about its return to the skies. “You make us fly”, which is the first TV advert since “A love… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes Aer Lingus Regional’s summer service to Cardiff

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus Regional routes, has announced plans to strengthen its route network from Belfast City Airport this summer with a service to Cardiff. Flights to the Welsh capital will commence on 28th June and will operate up to four times per week, providing… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways’ mobile App launches on Huawei’s AppGallery

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Huawei mobile users in more than 170 countries will now be able to plan their travel with greater ease The airline’s mobile app is the perfect travel companion that supports a safer and contactless journey Doha, Qatar, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is bringing its award-winning services to the fingertips of Huawei… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Privilege Club announce more new options for its members to earn and spend Qmiles

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Hotel & Car Rewards will allow Privilege Club members to earn and spend Qmiles at over 350,000 hotels and more than 20,000 car rental locations worldwide DOHA, Qatar, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Privilege Club is excited to announce more new options for its members to earn and spend Qmiles. Privilege Club members… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines partners with National Forest Foundation to plant 50,000 trees to mark its 50th Anniversary

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Carrier donates to National Forest Foundation and launches the Southwest Airlines One Report in the spirit of citizenship DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) announced today (May 6, 2021) it has donated to the National Forest Foundation (NFF) in honor of the Company’s 50th Anniversary. To commemorate this… Read the full press release

BodyHoliday St. Lucia launches NEW Villa, Hibiscus, for a private stay with all the benefits of one of the world’s top spa resorts

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Saint Lucia, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the difficulties of this past year, there has been an overwhelming increase in demand for private holidays or buy-out villas, with many people making higher investments in trips so they can hire out larger properties and stay with friends and family. Indeed, demand has never been… Read the full press release

Fastpayhotels, DerbySoft aim at 50,000 hotels connected between the two tech companies by end of 2021

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Dallas, Texas, U.S.A., 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — DerbySoft, the leader in high-performance distribution services, and Fastpayhotels, one of the fastest-growing B2B accommodation distribution platform, hit an industry milestone by delivering connectivity speeds of 500 hotels per day through DerbySoft technology. As well as hitting an industry first, DerbySoft and Fastpayhotels have also shortened the… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy Portfolio Across the U.S. and Canada offers endless experiences this summer

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Experience the Marriott Bonvoy Portfolio Across Top Destinations in the U.S. and Canada BETHESDA, MD, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — As the temperatures warm and the end of the school year nears, families are ready to turn off their video cameras and embark on summer travel adventures. Marriott Bonvoy – an extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel… Read the full press release

JW Marriott announces the opening of its fifth property in Mexico, JW Marriott Monterrey Valle

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Stunning Design and Exceptional Service Await at the Brand’s Fifth Property in Mexico MONTERREY, NUEVO LEON, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today announces the opening of JW Marriott Monterrey Valle, the brand’s newest luxury property and fifth in Mexico. Acquired by Fibra Inn… Read the full press release

InterContinental Adelaide announces plans for $32 million transformative refurbishment

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InterContinental Adelaide is one of Adelaide’s most iconic luxury hotels and a landmark on the Adelaide skyline. First built in 1988, it rebranded as InterContinental Adelaide in 2009. It will undergo an extensive $32 million refurbishment, commencing in late 2021. The hotel will remain open, with the project expected to be completed in early 2023…. Read the full press release

Primus Sydney to reopen as Australia’s first Kimpton Hotel

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Pro-invest and IHG Hotels & Resorts to reopen Primus Sydney as Australia’s first Kimpton Hotel in October 2021 IHG’s boutique luxury brand has been growing rapidly around the world and finally arrives Down Under Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — After years of anticipation, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants will arrive in Australia… Read the full press release

Treat the queen of the family at home with Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai’s indulgent Brunch in a Box

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Mumbai, India, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — While celebrations may look and feel different this season, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai is pulling out all stops to ensure every mom is treated to an indulgent Mother’s Day. This Sunday, skip the flowers and gift Mommy dearest the best gift she can enjoy – time spent with family… Read the full press release

Chef Geoffroy B. van Hasbroeck appointed Executive Sous Chef at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

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Hasbroeck brings distinctive flair and priceless experience from some of the world’s best kitchens including Vistamar, II Cortile and Le Chalet de la Foret Dubai, U.A.E, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — From a small, but historic and world-famous town in Belgium to the sunny shores of the French Riviera and the glamour of France’s capital… Read the full press release

Newly reimagined EDGE Restaurant and EDGE Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Denver reopens on May 31, 2021

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Chef Jessica Biederman joins stellar culinary team as Restaurant Chef along with EDGE Restaurant & Bar General Manager Javier Munoz The reimagined social destination now features three separate bars, a glass-encased raw bar and a completely transformed space Denver, U.S.A., 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The highly anticipated reopening of EDGE Restaurant and EDGE Bar at Four… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Montreal welcomes guests back to its Golden Square Mile home from May 10, 2021

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Montreal, Canada, 2021-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Montreal welcomes new guests and locals back to its Golden Square Mile home beginning May 10, 2021. Named Five-star Hotel and Spa in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Awards, Four Seasons Hotel Montreal forms the vibrant new epicentre of the Golden Square Mile and is Montreal’s… Read the full press release