LONDON, United Kingdom, 2021-Jul-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, the 31st of July 2021, is World Ranger Day. A day to reflect on, appreciate and commemorate the unsung wildlife heroes who have been injured or who have lost their lives in the line of duty – the so-called Thin Green Line. The statistics are sobering. … Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: July 2021
Club Wyndham celebrates return of urban vacation with 20% off, $200 Gift Card
Nation’s Largest Vacation Ownership Club Offers 20% off, $200 Gift Card to Travelers Who Book a Stay at Select City Resorts ORLANDO, Fla., 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — After a year of travelers flocking to national parks and other outdoor vacation destinations, Club Wyndham, one of the nation’s largest vacation ownership clubs, is celebrating the… Read the full press release
SITA’s enhanced check-in and bag drop self-service solutions deployed with Ethiopian Airlines at Bole International Airport
SITA and Ethiopian Airlines partner to enhance the passenger experience with SITA Smart Path self-service and smarter check-in, pushing Africa to a safer future of travel Addis Ababa, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA has announced a new technology deployment offering passengers enhanced check-in and bag drop self-services with Ethiopian Airlines at Bole International… Read the full press release
YYC welcomes three new taxi services
Calgary, AB., 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority signed an 18-month contract with Associated Cab, Calgary City Cab, Calgary United Cab for on-demand taxi services at YYC Calgary International Airport (YYC). The Authority thoroughly reviewed multiple Requests for Proposal submissions and awarded the taxi contracts to three service providers, effective July… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Regency Guangzhou Zengcheng
The new Guangzhou hotel offers energized and culturally enriched spaces for socializing and unwinding CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (July 27, 2021) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Guangzhou Zengcheng. The 408-room hotel, which also includes serviced apartments, is centrally located in the Zengcheng National Economic… Read the full press release
Hyatt expands luxury and lifestyle portfolio with more than 35 properties expected to open through 2022
Alila, Andaz, Caption by Hyatt, Hyatt Centric, Park Hyatt and Thompson Hotels brands expect sustained growth across the globe CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (July 27, 2021) the sustained growth of several luxury and lifestyle brands including Alila, Andaz, Caption by Hyatt, Hyatt Centric, Park Hyatt, and… Read the full press release
Hyatt House Columbus/OSU-Short North opens doors to guests
Columbus, Ohio, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt House Columbus/OSU-Short North proudly celebrates the new-build hotel’s opening today (July 28, 2021). The extended-stay hotel is ideally located just across the from R&D giant Battelle and adjacent to Columbus’ vibrant Short North Arts District, Victorian Village and The Ohio State University. The 152-room property features… Read the full press release
Indianapolis International Airport welcomes Contour Airlines’ daily nonstop flights to Nashville, Pittsburgh and Milwaukee
Regional airline brings three new nonstop flights and signs of economic recovery INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Good news landed at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) today (July 28, 2021) as Contour Airlines announced it will become the second airline this year to kick-off operations out of Indy, beginning this fall with… Read the full press release
easyJet offers free access to Mizzi Mozzi language-learning ebooks onboard
London, UK, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet is offering free access to Mizzi Mozzi language-learning ebooks onboard its entire network after uncovering that 82% of British parents are concerned their children have missed out on exposur… LEARNING THE LOCAL LINGO AT 35,000 FEET! British parents admit to being worried that foreign travel restrictions… Read the full press release
French luxury leather goods company “Longchamp” opens new store at Munich Airport
COLOGNE, Germany, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — An exclusive ribbon-cutting at Munich Airport today (July 28, 2021): Together with Eurotrade, the retail subsidiary of Munich Airport, the French luxury leather goods company “Longchamp” opened its new 72-square-meter boutique in Terminal 2 at Gates H. The boutique at Munich Airport was designed in line with the… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines names Toni Freeberg managing director of sales
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has named 34-year airline veteran Toni Freeberg managing director of sales effective immediately. Freeberg assumes the role currently held by Mark Bocchi, who will retire from Alaska Airlines in October after 40 years. In her new role, Freeberg will set the strategy and oversee corporate and specialty sales,… Read the full press release
Visit Maldives participates in the Luxury Travel Advisors ULTRA Summit 2021
MALDIVES, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives participates in the Luxury Travel Advisors ULTRA Summit for 2021 to maintain the destination presence and promote the Maldives as a unique luxury travel destination in the United States market. This exclusive B2B event will be held from 25th to 27th July in Texas, United States…. Read the full press release
Allegiant brings unparalleled live entertainment experiences to customers through Live Nation venues, Ticketmaster and music festivals partnership
LAS VEGAS, USA, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today (July 26, 2021) announced an exclusive partnership with select Live Nation venues, Ticketmaster and music festivals to give customers access to unparalleled live entertainment experiences across the United States. The multi-year strategic partnership brings together the best of travel and live experiences… Read the full press release
Anantara Layan Phuket Resort invites surf enthusiasts to enjoy monsoon season with its Luxury Surfing Escape Package
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Layan Phuket Resort invites surf enthusiasts to enjoy the swells of monsoon season on Thailand’s spectacular Andaman coastline. From April to October every year, the west coast of Phuket experiences Southeast Asia’s best breaks, with the northwest monsoon bringing excellent surfing conditions to this part of… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts names Konrad Gstrein as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
San Francisco, U.S.A., 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Konrad Gstrein as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco. Gstrein takes the helm at the Five-Star address at a unique moment, overseeing the Hotel’s reopening and welcoming guests to experience modern and spacious interiors within a 42-storey… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco welcomes guests back just in time for its 20th anniversary
Guests and locals return to the “Living Room of San Francisco,” welcomed by new General Manager San Francisco, U.S.A., 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Set in the vibrant South of Market (SoMa) neighbourhood of San Francisco, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco welcomes guests back on August 1, 2021 to its sleek, contemporary tower featuring 277… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas welcomes Yudith Bustos as the new Executive Pastry Chef
Dallas, U.S.A., 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The culinary team at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas welcomes Yudith Bustos as the new Executive Pastry Chef. Transferring from Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, she brings with her sugar, spice and lifetime of experience. Although her tenure with Four Seasons spans over a decade, she has… Read the full press release
flydubai resumes three-times weekly service to Hargeisa Egal International Airport
The Dubai-based carrier to operate a three-times weekly service to Hargeisa in Somaliland from 10 August growing its network in Africa to 12 points in nine countries Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today (July 27, 2021) the start of its three-times weekly service to Hargeisa Egal International… Read the full press release
Gerry’s dnata wins award for achieving the highest safety standards in Pakistan
Karachi, Pakistan, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Gerry’s dnata, Pakistan’s largest ground services provider, has won a prestigious award for achieving the highest safety standards. The company has been recognised for its industry-leading health & safety risk assessment and control procedures at the 7th International Environment, Health & Safety Awards. Syed Haris Raza, vice… Read the full press release
dnata announces the promotion of David Barker to Divisional Senior Vice President for Airport Operations
Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, announced the promotion of David Barker to Divisional Senior Vice President (DSVP) for Airport Operations. David has been with dnata for over six years, currently leading the company’s extensive airport operations in the USA as Chief Executive Officer…. Read the full press release
Historic Environment Support Fund awards £241,995 to more than 20 heritage projects
Funding to provide training opportunities and the restoration of historic structures will benefit local communities and economies throughout Scotland EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A historic Tolbooth steeple in Fife, the B-listed former Govanhill Picture House and a traditional skills training programme targeting disadvantaged people in Perth and Kinross are just some… Read the full press release
The UK’s most desirable holiday-let features revealed
LONDON, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — With the UK due another heatwave in July and ‘Freedom Day’ kicking off this month, many are looking forward to taking advantage by getting away and relaxing on a well-deserved break. And despite plans for international travel to open up again, with those double vaccinated more likely to be… Read the full press release
London swings again!
LONDON, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — With the Majority of pandemic restrictions now lifted in England, Accor celebrates the return of British art, music, theatre, food & culture at some of London’s best hotels “There’s nowhere else like London. Nothing at all, anywhere,” the legendary fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood once said, and the… Read the full press release
Dartmouth is crowned the number one coastal location across the UK
LONDON, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — It seems as though the staycation boom isn’t going anywhere any time soon, as airlines cash in on the boom increasing their domestic routes. From breath-taking views to historic cities, there is so much to explore right on your doorstep. However, with so many places to visit in the UK,… Read the full press release
Outrigger Resumes Acquisition of Hawai‘i Island Resort
The premier beach resort brand further expands its footprint with planned purchase of 509-room oceanfront Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay HONOLULU, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Hospitality Group announced today that it has revived its plan to acquire ownership of Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, a 509-room property… Read the full press release
PANTANELLI DI VENDICARI a favore di un soggiorno perfetto
Roma, Lazio, 2021-Lug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Sulla strada del ritorno da Vendicari e qualche giorno di pace e benessere. PANTANELLI di VENDICARI, a favore di un soggiorno perfetto come quello che ho avuto il piacere di vivere. A sud della città di Noto, Sicilia. All’interno di un’oasi naturale, Oasi di Vendicari. Una location… Read the full press release
Boeing releases its first Sustainability Report
CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] today (July 26, 2021) released its first Sustainability Report. In the report, the company shares its vision for the future of sustainable aerospace, establishes broad sustainability goals and highlights environmental, social and governance (ESG) progress in alignment with global sustainability standards. “In September 2020, amidst… Read the full press release
Boeing selected to provide pilot training solutions for United Aviate Academy
Boeing’s pilot training solutions include initial cadet assessment materials, Jeppesen Academy digital courseware, Jeppesen electronic charts, ForeFlight mobile solutions and pilot supplies Boeing presents cadet with scholarship to attend United Aviate Academy OSHKOSH, Wis., 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — United Aviate Academy has selected Boeing (NYSE:BA) to provide a comprehensive suite of training tools,… Read the full press release
Aegean Airlines relocates to Manchester Airport’s new-look ‘super-terminal’
Greek airline will now operate from Terminal Two starting on Tuesday (27th July) World Duty Free Express unit now open in Terminal Two Departures, with Pret-a-Manger and Starbucks in Arrivals slated for opening in early August To see the new Terminal Two check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rTvzbc7VEY Manchester, UK, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Aegean Airlines… Read the full press release
Training program launch: The IATA – UNIGE Certificate of Advanced Studies in Environmental Sustainability in Aviation
Geneva, Switzerland, 2021-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched an environmental sustainability training program together with the University of Geneva (UNIGE). While sustainability has played an important role in the industry for many years, it is a key priority as the sector rebuilds from the effects of the… Read the full press release