NEW YORK, United States, 2021-Dec-31 — /Travel PR News/ —The year ahead is full of exciting new spa openings and wellness experiences waiting to be discovered in the USA and Canada. While the fate of winter lockdown and 2022 travel plans remain unknown for the time being, the good news is that we can still… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: December 2021
Marriott Bonvoy’s Renaissance Hotels announces the opening of Renaissance Bali Nusa Dua Resort
Dynamic Lifestyle Brand Brings its Theatrical Design and Unexpected Mindset to Nusa Dua, Bali BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, unveils its second property in Island of the Gods with the opening of Renaissance Bali Nusa Dua Resort. Perched on the hills above… Read the full press release
Aeroflot retains title as World’s Leading Airline Brand at the World Travel Awards 2021
Moscow, Russia, 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has retained its title as World’s Leading Airline Brand at the Grand Final of World Travel Awards 2021. The airline has affirmed leadership in this prestigious nomination for the fifth time running. The World Travel Awards were established in 1993 in the UK. Every year they are awarded… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole welcomes new general manager Ryan Grande
Seasoned hotelier returns to destination that launched his career with Four Seasons Jackson Hole, USA, 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryan Grande has been appointed General Manager at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole, effective December 2021, bringing him back to the Five-Star mountain property that launched his Four Seasons career in 2010. “Returning to Jackson… Read the full press release
Cambria Hotels announces the opening of the Cambria Hotel Calabasas
Upscale Brand Continues Growth Across the West Coast ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues to expand in major markets across the country with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Calabasas. This marks Cambria’s fifth franchised property in California, joining Cambria Hotel Anaheim Resort Area, Cambria Hotel LAX, Cambria… Read the full press release
Port of Oakland appoints Mary Richardson as Port Attorney
Mary Richardson succeeds Michele Heffes who retires Oakland, Calif., 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A veteran lawyer involved in every major Port of Oakland project over the last 13 years has been named Port Attorney. The Port appointed Mary Richardson, effective December 31, 2021, to succeed Michele Heffes who’s retiring. This appointment was made… Read the full press release
Oakland International Airport anticipates busy winter holiday season
Passenger traffic is projected at 90% of 2019 pre-pandemic levels Oakland, Calif., 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport officials anticipate nearly 370,000 passengers will use the airport between December 23rd and January 2nd. Based upon current trends and the number of scheduled seats, OAK expects to reach 90% of 2019 passenger levels for the same… Read the full press release
MSC Cruises launches summer 2022 campaign
Cruise line’s health & safety measures, flexible booking policy and full experience ashore confirmed for all cruises through summer 2022 The Company with its pioneering protocol that led the restart of overall cruise industry has safely welcomed over one million guests on board its ships during all phases of the pandemic Protocol designed and continuously… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Mount Erciyes
Brussels/Kayseri, 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the extension of its Turkey footprint with the opening of its first ski hotel in Mount Erciyes and second hotel in the Kayseri province. Radisson Blu Hotel, Mount Erciyes is located just off the slopes in the center of the Mount… Read the full press release
Swissport extends ground handling partnership with Fiji Airways its New Zealand
Zurich, Switzerland, 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has extended its partnership with Fiji Airways in New Zealand, proudly supporting the airline’s recent re-start of operations in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Fiji Airways has appointed Swissport its New Zealand ground handling partner for an additional three years, providing full ramp and passenger services. Commencing… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Privilege Club members’ tier validity automatically extends to 31 December 2022
This new initiative will reward valued Silver, Gold and Platinum members with an automatic extension of their tier validity DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Privilege Club continues to honour the loyalty of its valued members by extending their tier status. This initiative will benefit all Silver, Gold and Platinum members… Read the full press release
Ryanair donates €100,000 to ISPCC
Over €675,000 Raised By Ryanair In Aid Of ISPCC To Date DUBLIN, Ireland, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Ireland’s no.1 airline, today (20 Dec) donated €100,000 to ISPCC to help keep its services here for every child and young person in Ireland this Christmas and beyond. The ISPCC has been Ryanair’s charity partner… Read the full press release
UPS orders 19 Boeing 767 Freighter to meet expected air cargo demand
UPS enters multi-year agreement to ensure a modern, efficient fleet Sale adds to record-breaking year for Boeing freighter family UPS order to help meet expected long-term global demand for air cargo SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] today (Dec. 21, 2021) announced an order for 19 767 Freighters from UPS highlighting… Read the full press release
SAS’s first Airbus A321 Long Range to complete its first long-haul flight from Copenhagen to Washington
Stockholm, Sweden, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS’ first Airbus A321 Long Range will complete its first long-haul flight on Wednesday 22nd of December from Copenhagen to Washington. It will enter official service on 27th of March, 2022. The new aircraft is equipped with a service concept with three travel classes, like the rest of SAS’… Read the full press release
Swissport to handle ground services for Hawaiian Airlines’ operations in Sydney and Brisbane airports
Zurich, Switzerland, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport and Hawaiian Airlines have signed a ground services contract for the airline’s Australian operations at the Sydney and Brisbane airports. The contract adds to the strong international partnership between the airline and Swissport. Swissport has won a contract extension with Hawaiian Airlines, a leading carrier for… Read the full press release
Joint UNWTO and ADB report on the use of big data for better tourism planning and management
Madrid, Spain, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO and the Asian Development Bank have launched a joint report on the use of big data for better tourism planning and management. The report features examples from across the Asia and the Pacific region while also showcasing the main trends in the use of big data in tourism… Read the full press release
Tennis superstar, Emma Raducanu named global brand ambassador of British Airways
London, UK, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has named tennis superstar, Emma Raducanu, as its latest global brand ambassador. The airline, which prides itself on connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain, will support the British star as she represents the nation globally. The airline will fly Emma to… Read the full press release
Emirates’ signature premium lounge service at over 20 airports in its network reopens
First Class, Business Class and Platinum and Gold Skywards members to have access to more than 120 Emirates Lounges and partner facilities at destinations where operations have resumed Premium customers and frequent flyers to benefit from lounge offering in airports worldwide Lounge operations resumed with health and safety measures in place Dubai, UAE, 2021-Dec-22 —… Read the full press release
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart, in Australia
A living cultural expression with layers of rich history, the hotel will offer a transformative gateway to explore the unchartered wilderness of Tasmania Hobart, Australia, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today (DECEMBER 20, 2021) announced the opening of… Read the full press release
IHG® Hotels & Resorts announces signing of Hotel Indigo Resort in Durrat Al Arus, Jeddah
Hotel Indigo Durrat Al Arus in Jeddah will be amongst IHG’s new generation of lifestyle hotels introduced to the Kingdom, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Management Agreement with Dallah… Read the full press release
Rovaniemi Airport welcomed inaugural Easyjet flight from Milan
Vantaa, Finland, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Rovaniemi celebrated another great route opening, as the first Easyjet flight from Milan Malpensa arrived at Rovaniemi Airport on 19 December 2021. The new connection is the first scheduled flight connection from Italy to Finnish Lapland. The first flight brought a special delivery to Rovaniemi. The Easyjet… Read the full press release
Finavia completes renovation of the Helsinki Airport air traffic area
Vantaa, Finland, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia has completed the renovation of the Helsinki Airport air traffic area, which started in the summer of 2021 and cost EUR 7 million. The goal was to ensure smooth taxiing and apron operations of aircraft as well as further improve the management of stormwater. “Our aim… Read the full press release
Emirates to treat passengers this holiday season with delicious Christmas menus and luxurious amenities
Dubai, UAE, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has loaded its flights full of treats for everyone this holiday season: from delicious Christmas menus, luxurious amenities, and cool gifting ideas to festive movies and music playlists. As the largest international airline serving customers from all over the world, Emirates takes pride in connecting people… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora named Best Overall Overwater Bungalow in the World by Brides
Bora Bora, French Polynesia, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has been named Best Overall Overwater Bungalow in the World by Brides. Each of the Resort’s 108 one- and two-bedroom overwater bungalow suites has been recently refreshed, reflecting a more contemporary Polynesian feel, complete with new furniture, fixtures, lighting, and technology. Measuring between 1,080 and 2,228 square… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita appoints Gilles Arzur as Executive Chef
Mauritius, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has appointed Gilles Arzur as Executive Chef to oversee the Resort’s newly enhanced culinary outlets and all kitchen operations. In his new role, Arzur will now find his home among the individual pool villas and exotic nature of the Resort, where a total of five restaurants… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Doha unveils outdoor seaside ISLE Lounge
The sleek outdoor seaside lounge is Doha’s newest hot spot Doha, Qatar, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — While temperatures are cooling down, things are heating up at Four Seasons Hotel Doha as it unveils ISLE Lounge, the premiere social destination that has it all – dreamy panoramic vistas, elevated bar bites, glamorous cocktails to match the cityscape… Read the full press release
Cambria Hotels starts construction on the Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls
Upscale Brand Continues Coast-to-Coast Expansion ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues to expand around the country with the official start of construction on the Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls. This is the fourth hotel to break ground in Q4 2021 and tops off… Read the full press release
dnata to recruit more than 400 staff over the next month in Zanzibar
Leading global air and travel services provider to oversee the operations of Zanzibar airport’s newly-built international terminal from Spring 2022 Zanzibar, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, plans to recruit more than 400 staff over the next month in Zanzibar. The company, which operates across more… Read the full press release
easyJet and Rolls-Royce partner to develop knowledge on sustainability solutions for aviation industry
London, UK, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet and Rolls-Royce have confirmed they will be working together on research into industry-wide sustainability solutions for commercial aircraft. The study, which will commence in January 2022 and run for up to two years, will seek to explore alternative energy and power solutions, including low carbon and… Read the full press release
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays launch new route from Bristol Airport to Malta for Summer 22
More flights and holidays added to Greece (Kefalonia and Rhodes) and Cyprus (Larnaca), on top of launch of BRAND-NEW AND EXCLUSIVE route to MALTA Comes in response to strong demand for Summer 22, as holidaymakers look to book ahead and secure their place in the sun next summer Means Jet2.com and Jet2holidays now have more than 30 destinations on sale for… Read the full press release