London, UK, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Just months after its creation, by the coming together of tourism marketing agencies: Black Diamond (UK), Interface Tourism (France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands), and GCE Global Communications Experts (Germany), ITG International Tourism Group has today announced the acquisition, through its Spanish office, Interface Tourism Spain, of 80% of… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: January 2022
More than 1,000 jobs available across Manchester Airports Group airports
More than 550 roles on offer at the UK’s global gateway in the North Virtual job fair to take place on 25th January Roles range from security officers, customer services to hospitality positions Excellent benefits include discounted public transport, free parking, retail offers, pension scheme plus many more Plus, more than 1,000 further roles are… Read the full press release
Hyatt Hotels announces the opening of Thompson Austin and tommie Austin hotels
Two Hyatt lifestyle hotels introduce new culinary destinations from celebrated chefs and locally-inspired cultural experiences to the capital city’s music and entertainment district CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corportation (NYSE: H) announced today (January 12, 2021) the opening of Austin’s highly anticipated Thompson Austin and tommie Austin hotels. Situated within an esteemed… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines extends PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite statuses for another year
Singapore, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) is extending PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite statuses, rolling over Elite miles, pausing the expiration of miles in 2022, and introducing new programme benefits that further rewards its loyal members. Extension of PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Memberships, Rollover of Elite Miles All PPS Club… Read the full press release
CVG announces year-long celebration of its 75th anniversary
Erlanger, Ky., 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (January 10, 2022) marks the 75th anniversary of commercial flight at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). On January 10, 1947, at 9:23 a.m., the first flight landed at CVG, which was an American Airlines flight from Cleveland, OH. Minutes later, the first Delta Airlines and TWA… Read the full press release
SFO seeks proposals for Marketing Communications Services
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has commenced the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for Marketing Communications Services. The term is three years, with 2 two-year options to extend. SFO is seeking qualified suppliers to provide proposals for the implementation of SFO’s Marketing and Communications Plan,… Read the full press release
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services enables online reservations for cargo
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, Africa’s largest network operator has launched a new feature that enables customers to make online reservations for their cargo. The platform enables customers check flight schedules, space availability, loadability of freight and make real-time booking of their shipment in single and… Read the full press release
Swissport finalizes acquisition of AGS Aviation Ground Services in Aruba
Zurich, Switzerland, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — At the beginning of this year, Swissport has finalized the acquisition of AGS Aviation Ground Services in Aruba and assumes the Dutch Caribbean company’s ground handling operations at Queen Beatrix International Airport in Oranjestad (AUA). With the acquisition of AGS Aviation Ground Services, a ground handling services… Read the full press release
KAYAK for Business integrates Southwest Airlines® into its platform
KAYAK for Business adds new features including the ability to change or cancel travel plans and pay for a trip with travel funds STAMFORD, Conn., 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Jan. 13, 2022), KAYAK for Business, KAYAK’s free corporate travel solution has integrated Southwest Airlines® into its platform making the process of booking… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines announces appointment of Neil Thwaites as the new regional vice president of California
Industry veteran Neil Thwaites will lead long-term strategic growth for the Golden State SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines named Neil Thwaites as the new regional vice president of California. In this role, Thwaites will develop and deliver upon Alaska’s strategic objectives for California, a market critical to Alaska’s long-term growth plan. An innovative, results-driven leader with diverse and… Read the full press release
William P. Hobby Airport earns 5-Star Airport status in the Skytrax World Airport Star Rating for 2022
George Bush Intercontinental Airport maintained a 4-Star Rating while improving its yearly score Hobby Airport is the first 5-Star airport in North America HOUSTON, TX, 2022-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Houston now boasts the only 5-Star rated airport throughout the state of Texas and North America after William P. Hobby Airport achieved… Read the full press release
CHOICE HOTELS EMEA APPOINTS NEW DIRECTOR OF MARKETING, BRAND AND LOYALTY
Nick Bosworth has joined Choice Hotels as Director of Marketing, Brand and Loyalty Appointment supports strategic growth focus with franchisees and customer affinity at the core Amsterdam, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Supporting its European growth strategy, Choice Hotels EMEA has appointed a new Director of Marketing, Brand and Loyalty. Nick Bosworth has joined… Read the full press release
Aer Lingus and American Airlines launch codeshare agreement
Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Traveling between Ireland and the United States, will be simple, easy and more convenient for customers as Aer Lingus and American Airlines launch their codeshare agreement this week. Customers traveling with Aer Lingus will now be able to book codeshare travel on American Airlines flights from Chicago… Read the full press release
The Swedish national cross-country and alpine ski teams renew partnerships and continue purchasing biofuel from SAS
Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Swedish national cross-country and alpine ski teams are purchasing biofuel from SAS in volumes corresponding to all their flights in Scandinavia as part of their sustainability initiative. The two Swedish national teams are now renewing their partnerships with SAS and purchasing additional biofuel, helping to reduce… Read the full press release
British Airways adds Barcelona, Luxembourg, Milan and Thessaloniki to its European routes for 2022 summer season
London, UK, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is launching four new routes across Europe in time for the summer season. Operating from London City Airport, customers can now book to fly to Barcelona, Luxembourg, Milan and Thessaloniki – adding to BA CityFlyer’s already extensive network. Flights to all destinations will operate on… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways expands its services to Nigeria with flights to Kano and Port Harcourt
The World’s Best Airline continues to expand its West African network, offering seamless connectivity via the Best Airport in the Middle East to destinations in Asia, Europe and North America Airline strengthens its commitment to Nigeria, now connecting to four gateways via its international hub in Doha Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin completes its extensive twelve-month renovation
Berlin, Germany, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group kicks off 2022 with the highly anticipated launch of its newly redesigned German Radisson Collection flagship property in the heart of Berlin. The first premium luxury lifestyle Radisson Collection hotel in the country offers an exceptional hotel experience in an unparalleled location in Berlin-Mitte…. Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport
Brussels / Riyadh, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport, the debut of the Group’s fourth brand in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This brings the Group’s portfolio to over 25 hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments in operation and under development in… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group looks back on its milestones in 2021
Brussels, Belgium, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group’s looks back on a year of successful Responsible Business initiatives, including being the world’s first hotel group to make meetings and events carbon negative across 400+ hotels in its EMEA portfolio, establishing and extending partnerships focused on health, safety, and green energy, and the launch… Read the full press release
Caribbean Airlines celebrates its 15th Anniversary and its 2022 marketing campaign, REset Expectations
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Caribbean Airlines celebrates its 15th Anniversary and the roll out of its marketing campaign for 2022, aptly named REset Expectations. “REset Expectations” is the overarching theme that will underpin everything that is done at Caribbean Airlines – reflecting its signature service and reinforcing the authenticity of the Caribbean… Read the full press release
Marriott guests can now insure their travels with Allianz Partners when booking directly on Marriott.com
Unique Plans Provide Protection for Guests’ Entire Trip BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (JANUARY 12, 2022), Marriott announced guests residing in the U.S. can seamlessly insure their domestic and international travels with Allianz Partners when booking their hotel stay on Marriott.com and the iOS version of the Marriott Bonvoy mobile app…. Read the full press release
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces InterContinental Bali Sanur Resort
120-key all-suite and villa resort converts to InterContinental Bali Sanur Resort Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts and existing partner, PT Pancaran Kreasi Adiprima, are excited to expand the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, to Bali Indonesia. The 120-key all-suite and villa resort InterContinental Bali… Read the full press release
Fresh-Air Wellness Experiences Dominate Top Spas of 2021
New York, United States, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News — North American spa and wellness consumers stayed close to home in 2021, seeking out ‘socially distanced’ fresh-air wellness experiences, according to Spas of America’s Top 100 Spas of 2021. The spa and wellness travel website cited outdoor wellness experiences such as country, mountain, desert, and… Read the full press release
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk calls on all chefs for the 41st annual Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off
Santa Cruz, CA, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is calling all professional and amateur chefs for the 41st annual Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off. The popular fund-raiser for the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department is a two-day event, with amateur chefs competing on Saturday, February 26 and professional chefs on Sunday, February 27…. Read the full press release
G6 Hospitality takes proactive, zero-tolerance stance on human trafficking through awareness, training and response program
DALLAS, TX, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — G6 Hospitality, the parent company of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, is committed to doing its part to end human trafficking in all forms and to help increase awareness of this global crime as the nation recognizes Human Trafficking Awareness Month in January. “There is… Read the full press release
Air Tahiti Nui named a “Five Star Major Airline” for the third consecutive year in APEX’s Official Airline Ratings™
LOS ANGELES, Calif., 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Tahiti Nui has been named a “Five Star Major Airline” for the third consecutive year in the industry’s most sought after honor: APEX’s Official Airline Ratings™, the first airline rating program based solely on certified passenger feedback. The leading carrier to French Polynesia and the… Read the full press release
Austrian Airlines seeks new talents for its Apprenticeship training in 2022
Five future talents wanted for mechatronics apprenticeship in production technology – apply until 13 February 2022 Home carrier educates its own junior staff since 25 years COO Francesco Sciortino: “Apprenticeship training is a valuable investment in the next generation and offers young people perspectives for their professional lives”. Vienna, Austria, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release
Holidays by flydubai offers holiday packages to winter destinations
Discover incredible winter destinations with holiday packages starting from AED 1,599 per person Dubai, UAE, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Holidays by flydubai is offering attractive packages to several beautiful winter destinations for a holiday filled with excitement and wonder. If you are looking to go for a hike, take in some incredible views,… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Geneva partners with Stay One Degree to launch Alpine Escape accommodation package
Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Geneva has announced a collaboration with Stay One Degree, the membership community allowing travellers to experience one-of-a-kind holiday homes, with an Alpine Escape accommodation package. Located in the heart of the city, Mandarin Oriental, Geneva is the ultimate address from which to explore, blending breathtaking mountain backdrops with stunning River… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen celebrates its scheduled opening on 20 January 2022 with an enticing Offer
Shenzhen, China, 2022-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen, the Group’s newest luxury hotel in China’s Greater Bay Area, is scheduled to open on 20 January 2022. To celebrate, an enticing Opening Offer has been launched, which includes a daily hotel credit of CNY 1,000 that can be spent throughout the hotel’s restaurants and bars. The hotel… Read the full press release