Monthly Archives: May 2022

Marriott International to debut Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand off the west coast of Saudi Arabia in 2023

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Part of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea destination, this Private Sanctuary will Deliver Transformative and Immersive Guest Experiences RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. today (MAY 23, 2022) announced it has signed an agreement with The Red Sea Development Company to debut its distinguished Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand off the west… Read the full press release

Marriott International to debut two new W Hotels in Italy with the signings of W Milan – Duomo and W Naples

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Two of Italy’s Most Desirable Hotspots Join W Hotels Growing Italian Portfolio BETHESDA, MD, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. today (MAY 24, 2022) announced it has signed agreements to debut two new W Hotels in Italy with the signings of W Milan – Duomo and W Naples. Both hotels are slated… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Group launches #MakeChangeFly marketing campaign to inform about its measures for a sustainable future

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Global marketing information campaign highlights the Lufthansa Group’s diverse initiatives for CO2-neutral flying Broad commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuels and driver for technological innovations Christina Foerster: “We want to bring aviation and climate protection together and are leading the transformation of our industry” Cologne, Germany, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Learning from nature to… Read the full press release

TUI Group relaunches enhanced TUI Collection, offering selection of high quality, original, and more sustainable tours and activities

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Berlin, Germany, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism groups, has revamped, expanded and relaunched the TUI Collection, one of the largest portfolios of original, branded experiences in the travel industry. The relaunch continues the Group’s strategic focus on tours and activities as a key growth pillar and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita launches new KidsWell program to help kids practice mindfulness while vacationing

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Award-winning Resort expands legendary Kids For All Seasons program with activities including bubble blowing breathwork, gratitude journaling, and rainbow relaxation watercolour classes Punta Mita, México, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, a five-star oceanfront resort on Mexico’s Pacific coast, announces a new KidsWell program to help kids practice mindfulness while vacationing, just in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North appoints Rita Vale as the new Director of Food and Beverage

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Veteran hotelier brings international experience to first role in the United States Scottsdale, U.S.A., 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North announces the appointment of 14-year Four Seasons veteran Rita Vale as the new Director of Food and Beverage. Rita joins the property from Four Seasons Hotel Macao, where she most recently served… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announces Rosewood Red Sea, set to be one of Saudi Arabia’s top cultural and lifestyle destinations

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The ultra-luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand announces new hotel project in Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by The Red Sea Development Company to manage Rosewood Red Sea, opening as part of phase one of the multi-complex The Red Sea development. Located along… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines Berhad and Lembaga Tabung Haji partner to provide hajj charter flights for Malaysian pilgrims

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) has signed a three-year agreement with Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) to provide hajj charter flights for Malaysian pilgrims. The charter flight service will be managed by umrah and hajj flight provider, AMAL by Malaysia Airlines (AMAL). The signing ceremony was held at… Read the full press release

London City Airport welcomes L’Odyssey service to Normandy seaside town of Deauville

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Will be the only service this summer between London and Deauville L’Odyssey will offer a twice weekly service for 27 passengers on a specially reconfigured Saab 340B Deauville a hugely popular domestic tourist destination London, UK, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — From July 1st 2022, L’Odyssey will operate a twice weekly service to the beautiful… Read the full press release

Historic Environment Scotland launches ‘If These Walls Could Talk’ project to inspire young storytellers through heritage

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Young people from across Scotland are being asked to take inspiration from over 5,000 years of Scotland’s history as part of the Year of Stories. Historic Environment Scotland (HES) hopes to inspire young storytellers through heritage as part of its ‘If These Walls Could Talk’ project which… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport completes Phase 1 of its $30 million Airport Perimeter Dike Improvement Project

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OAK’s improved perimeter dike will protect the airport against floods and sea level rise for decades. Oakland, Calif., 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The $30 million Airport Perimeter Dike Improvement Project Phase 1 is now complete at Oakland International Airport, which will provide protection against flooding and sea level rise at the airport for… Read the full press release

Menswear brand TBô to open a three-month concept store at the Circle at Zurich Airport

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The community-led menswear brand TBô is opening a three-month concept store at the Circle at Zurich Airport starting in June. In a collaboration with Flughafen Zürich AG, visitors can discover the TBô collection in-store and design a four-piece travel collection. The final collection will be produced in… Read the full press release

Tale of Tales World Cruise 2022, the only ultra-luxury world cruise to have operated this year concludes after 138 days, 62 destinations, 30 countries and six continents

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Silversea Cruises® operated the only ultra-luxury world cruise in 2022, welcoming celebrated creatives—‘Tale Tellers’—aboard Silver Whisper® to enrich guests’ experiences Monaco, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Guests travelling aboard Silversea Cruises’ Silver Whisper arrived in Copenhagen on May 22, marking the conclusion of the Tale of Tales World Cruise—the only ultra-luxury world cruise to have operated in… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean Group becomes a Corporate Strategic Partner to the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping

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DENMARK, COPENHAGEN, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (MAY 23, 2022), Royal Caribbean Group and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping formalized their collaboration by signing a Partnership Agreement. With the agreement, Royal Caribbean Group becomes a Corporate Strategic Partner to the Center, committing to a long-term strategic collaboration and contribution to… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group opens South Sudan’s first internationally branded 5-star hotel in Juba

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Brussels/Juba, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its arrival in South Sudan with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Juba, the country’s first internationally branded 5-star hotel. Located in Juba, the fast-growing capital and largest city of South Sudan on the White Nile River, Radisson Blu Hotel, Juba is a… Read the full press release

Swissport in Netherlands saved 20,000 truck runs since 2015 as part of the “Milk Run” supply chain initiative at Schiphol Airport

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Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The ‘Milk Run’ supply chain optimization initiative at Schiphol Airport combines freight to and from several cargo forwarders into a single truck. With the highly efficient and more sustainable cargo process, Swissport the Netherlands saved 20,000 truck runs since the start, seven years ago. Because many freight… Read the full press release

Technical seminar on the UNWTO International Code for the Protection of Tourists (ICPT) held on the backdrop of the 67th meeting of the UNWTO Commission for the Americas

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Madrid, Spain, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism leaders from the Americas have met to address the current challenges and opportunities around restoring confidence in travel across the region. A special seminar on the UNWTO International Code for the Protection of Tourists (ICPT) featured interventions from the experts involved in drafting the landmark legal framework. The… Read the full press release

The Bangor 10K race in association with Belfast City Airport to take place on 24 September 2022

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Taking place on Saturday 24 September, the Bangor 10K in association with Belfast City Airport has once again been awarded NI Championship status by Athletics NI – a testament to the major impact the race has made on the athletics calendar. The race is an all-inclusive… Read the full press release

Qatar Executive showcased its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022

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Qatar Airways’ private jet charter division operated its Gulfstream G650ER aircraft to EBACE 2022 using Sustainable Aviation Fuel   DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Executive was in the spotlight during the opening day at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022, exhibiting its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft. The flagship jet… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Group reports on the progress towards its goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

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New commitments in carbon neutrality and diversity, and supporting the Hong Kong community during the pandemic Hong Kong, China, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cathay Pacific Group has released its annual Sustainable Development Report that addresses its commitment and progress in the areas of environmental, social and governance, which are of great importance… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announced leadership promotions for Brendan Conlon and Cole McGuire

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DALLAS, TX, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today (May 23, 2022) announced two Leadership promotions within the Company’s ranks. Brendan Conlon is promoted from Senior Director Labor Relations to Vice President Crew Scheduling, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Conlon will be responsible for developing and executing the daily Crew Scheduling… Read the full press release

CHOICE HOTELS EMEA GROWTH CONTINUES WITH ADDITION OF NEW HOTEL IN GALWAY, IRELAND

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  New hotel on Eyre Square now open Opening supports strategic growth focus with franchisees at the core The opening comes shortly after Choice Hotels EMEA announced a brand refresh of its EMEA portfolio is underway following independent research to understand post pandemic guest requirements London, UK 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Supporting its… Read the full press release

Swissport prepares to take over airport ground handling activities of Alitalia at Rome-Fiumicino Airport

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Rome, Italy, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — After being awarded the ground handling business of Alitalia – Società Aerea Italiana S.p.A. in extraordinary administration – at Fiumicino Airport in Rome, Italy, Swissport has started preparations for the transition of operations. Granted successful consultations with the trade unions, Swissport will support ITA Airways, among others,… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International and Belfast City Airport partner to launch charter service for guests sailing on Wonder of the Seas this summer

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has launched a British Airways charter for guests sailing on Wonder of the Seas this summer, in partnership with Belfast City Airport. Those taking a holiday aboard the world’s largest ship will be offered direct flights from Belfast City to Barcelona from 3rd July until 18th September… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Group publishes its Sustainability Report for FY2019-21

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World’s Best Airline remains dedicated to connecting people and moving cargo while continuing to focus on environmental sustainability Aligns with United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs) to positively impact the world During COVID-19, safety, security and health of passengers and employees remained its highest priority DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar… Read the full press release

CROATIA: Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Grand Hotel Brioni Pula, A Radisson Collection Hotel

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Brussels/Pula, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the debut of its luxury lifestyle Radisson Collection brand in Croatia, with the opening of Grand Hotel Brioni Pula, A Radisson Collection Hotel. This follows an extensive £30 million repositioning of the legendary Hotel Brioni, one of Croatia’s best-known hotels, by… Read the full press release

Wyndham Destinations’ announces its newest resort, The Moab Resort in Utah

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The Moab Resort, an affiliate of the WorldMark by Wyndham vacation club, offers a 150-suite desert retreat for outdoor enthusiasts eager to explore nearby Canyonlands and Arches National Parks MOAB, Utah, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Families and adventure-seekers looking to visit one of the most sought-after outdoor recreation destinations in the West can… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund to benefit 19 organisations with £33,000 pledge

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April quarterly meeting results in grants to 19 organisations Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund is celebrating 25 years helping not-for-profit organisations in neighbouring communities Beneficiaries include a bowling club, a martial arts centre and a community newspaper For more information or to apply for a grant see: www.manchesterairport.co.uk/community Manchester, UK, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Blue Islands starts Jersey – Norwich service

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Jersey, Guernsey, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands’ inaugural Jersey – Norwich service took off last week as the local airline continues to develop its Jersey network. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said, “Our new Norwich service both enhances connectivity for Jersey residents whilst providing another valuable access point for inbound visitors to… Read the full press release

SHIFT 2027: Brussels Airport announces new strategy to strengthen its position as a major European hub with stronger focus on sustainability

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Brussels, Belgium, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — After two difficult crisis years, Brussels Airport is starting a new chapter with a new strategy for the coming five years. A strategy focusing on clear priorities and addressing the challenges of today (23/05/2022). With SHIFT 2027, and the tag line “Wider horizons, sustainable ambitions”, Brussels Airport… Read the full press release