If you fancy working at the airport, your best chance to do so is a few days away. Christchurch, New Zealand, 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Like a number of airports across the world, Christchurch Airport is hosting a Job Fair, to help more than 20 employers on campus fill hundreds of vacancies. With… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: August 2022
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announces leadership appointments
Hong Kong, China, 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Joanna Flint, Chief Commercial Officer of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, has announced three senior appointments to strengthen the Group’s global sales leadership. Raphael Lanfant has been appointed Global VP Channel Sales, a newly created role responsible for overseeing the global revenue growth and the effectiveness of… Read the full press release
Fairfield by Marriott announces the opening of Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, Costa Rica
The LEED Gold Certified Hotel Embraces Ecofriendly Practices and Enhances the Community Quality of Life by Reducing Carbon Emissions BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, celebrating the brand’s debut in Costa… Read the full press release
Christoph Knichel named new General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China, 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Christoph Knichel has been appointed as the new General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou and will take responsibility for all aspects of Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou’s operations and management to create a haven in a remarkable constellation with European service where guests can stay in style and comfort…. Read the full press release
YVR welcomed its 10 millionth passenger On Aug 5, 2022
On Aug 5, YVR welcomed its 10 millionth passenger through the terminal in 2022. Sunday, August 21 is set to be the airport’s busiest day since March 2020 Richmond, B.C., 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — As the global aviation community re-builds from the impact of the pandemic, YVR reached an important milestone on August… Read the full press release
The Fearrington House Restaurant celebrates its 40th anniversary with series of events
Pittsboro, NC, 2022-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Fearrington House Inn – just named by Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Awards” as one of the “15 Best Resorts in the South” — will celebrate the Fearrington House Restaurants’ 40th anniversary with a series of events highlighting the restaurant’s historic place in the South’s culinary scene. The Fearrington House… Read the full press release
Malaysia Airlines’ loyalty programme Enrich and local fashion brand Kapten Batik create eco-friendly capsule collection
The artisanal designer wear merges contemporary motifs with traditional hand block printing, made from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton canvas Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Enrich, the travel and lifestyle loyalty programme of Malaysia Airlines, has joined forces with Kapten Batik, a homegrown fashion brand, to create a timeless, eco-friendly capsule collection… Read the full press release
Malaysia Aviation Group and local designer Kenny Loh partner to preserve and protect history and heritage of Peranakan culture
Limited-edition handcrafted beaded shoes by Kenny Loh Couture are now available on Journify Penang, Malaysia, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) partners with Kenny Loh, an inspiring local designer to launch a limited-edition beaded shoe collection in George Town today (5 August 2022), in preserving the peranakan heritage, culture and traditions… Read the full press release
Malaysia Airlines and Sandakan Tourism Association team up to further boost tourist arrivals to Sandakan, Sabah
KLIA, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Sandakan Tourism Association (STAN) and Malaysia Airlines have jointly launched the “Discover A Great Deal More in Sandakan” promotional campaign to further boost tourist arrivals to Sandakan, the second largest city in Sabah. As part of the promotion, customers can #FlyConfidently with the superb deals on offer –… Read the full press release
Silversea Cruises welcomes Roberto Verdino as Senior Vice President Revenue Management
MONACO, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Strengthening the cruise line’s commitment to long-term growth, Silversea Cruises has announced the appointment of Roberto Verdino as Senior Vice President Revenue Management. Reporting to Barbara Muckermann, Chief Commercial Officer, Verdino will oversee Silversea’s Revenue operations, forecasting, and commercial planning. Having garnered over 15 years of experience at… Read the full press release
CVG welcomes American Airlines’ nonstop service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Erlanger, Ky., 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — American Airlines is announcing new nonstop service between Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). The new flight to Raleigh will operate daily beginning January 10, 2023 (CVG’s 76th anniversary). American will fly the Embraer 175 aircraft with 12 First Class and 64 Economy… Read the full press release
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo transports Dutch Brunel Solar Team’s car to South Africa for the Sasol Solar Challenge using SAF
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Last night, Saturday 6 August, the Nuna 11s – the car that the Dutch Brunel Solar Team will drive in South Africa’s Sasol Solar Challenge – departed Schiphol Airport for Johannesburg on a Boeing 747 freighter operated by Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP), the team’s logistics… Read the full press release
Pacific Asia Travel Association launches new online resource to increase sustainability in the tourism sector
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the launch of a new online resource for increasing the sustainability of the tourism sector. The course, Targeting Zero Plastics in Tourism Businesses – with UNESCO, PATA & Expedia Group, is launched in conjunction with this year’s PATA Destination Marketing Forum (PDMF),… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines launches nonstop services between Las Vegas and Boise Airport
Daily service kicks off today with nonstop flights to Las Vegas and ticket & hotel giveaways MIRAMAR, FL, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Getaways to and from “The City of Trees” are easier than ever with today’s (Aug. 5, 2022) launch of Spirit Airlines’ (NYSE: SAVE) first Idaho service at Boise Airport (BOI). The… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways announces resumption of services to Qassim, Saudi Arabia
The national carrier of the state of Qatar will operate more than 100 weekly flights to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Passengers flying from Qassim and Riyadh will benefit from the airline’s international network of more than 150 destinations across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways will… Read the full press release
Five Fabulous Reasons to Book a Trip to Southern Africa
Southern Africa, 2022-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — 5 Reasons to book a trip to Southern Africa There’s never been a better time to book a holiday to Southern Africa. Here are five good reasons it should be high on your bucket list. 1). Namibian Night Skies Spend a wildly romantic night under Namibia’s starry… Read the full press release
dnata extends partnership with Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL Airlines (GOL)
Recife, Brazil, 2022-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, one of the world’s largest air and travel services provider, has extended its long-standing partnership with GOL Airlines (GOL), a leading Brazilian low-cost carrier. The extension of the contract will see dnata continue to provide a range of passenger, ramp and baggage services to the airline,… Read the full press release
Emirates opens application for the position of First Officers
Dubai, UAE, 2022-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest operator of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, is looking to recruit First Officers who meet the airline’s exceptional standards in safety, technical prowess and customer experience. Successful candidates can look forward to climbing new career heights with Emirates’ all wide-body fleet and ever-expanding global… Read the full press release
Keith Motsi named Head Bartender & Beverage Operations at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Tokyo, Japan, 2022-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Fresh from a season of accolades and awards, Keith Motsi has been appointed Head Bartender & Beverage Operations at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi. The role puts him in charge of the Hotel’s entire beverage operations, including VIRTÙ, the Paris-meets-Tokyo bar. Bringing an intriguing blend of charisma and diligence, Keith… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis appoints Iyad Mourad and Julieta Mechkarska as New Hotel Manager and new Director, Food and Beverage
New Hotel Manager and new Director, Food and Beverage to lead operations of newly renovated property St. Louis, U.S.A., 2022-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis announces the appointment of two executives to the operations team to lead the freshly renovated property to a new level of personalized service and further elevate the guest… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces the opening of 7Pines Resort Sardinia
Luxury beachfront resort marks the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Italy as well as the first Hyatt-affiliated hotel in Sardinia CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today (July 18, 2022) the opening of 7Pines Resort Sardinia, a luxury beachfront resort overlooking the archipelago of… Read the full press release
Qatar Aviation Services joins IATA Environmental Assessment Programme (IEnvA) for ground service providers
The first ground handler globally to join the IATA Environmental Assessment Programme for Ground Service Providers DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Aviation Services (QAS), the subsidiary of Qatar Airways Group, announced its partnership with International Air Transport Association (IATA) to become the first ground handler globally to join the new expansion… Read the full press release
Emirates announces resumption of services to London Stansted
The airline has returned to its third London gateway and advanced plans to increase capacity from five-weekly services to a daily flight, starting today. With the return of services to Stansted, the airline has ramped up its London operations to now offer customers nine daily flights to London, including six daily flights to Heathrow and… Read the full press release
Emirates Skywards announces exclusive bonus Miles offerings this summer
Fly, stay, rent, shop this summer and earn thousands of Skywards Miles Enjoy discovering the world and earn more Miles wherever you go – in the air and on ground Dubai, UAE, 2022-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is giving members even more reasons to explore… Read the full press release
The Hotel Britomart wins Best Luxury Hotel and Best Restaurant at the 2022 Hospitality New Zealand Awards
AUCKLAND, NZ, 2022-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hotel Britomart has added two more awards to its already extensive list: Best Luxury Hotel and Best Restaurant for the hotel restaurant kingi, at the 2022 Hospitality New Zealand Awards. “We’re delighted to be recognised again by our industry peers,” says General Manager Clinton Farley. “These… Read the full press release
Quincy Melbourne invites guests for a creative afternoon with Azumi Ishikawa to explore the Japanese art of Ikebana
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, 2022-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — If there was a positive to the pandemic, it was that the lockdowns led many people to discover the joy of creative expression, in everything from crochet to ceramics, watercolour to woodwork. Quincy Melbourne’s ‘lunch and learn’ afternoon on Saturday August 27 invites guests to explore another… Read the full press release
Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya enhances its services with launch of Online Booking for tour packages in Nairobi
NAIROBI, Kenya, 2022-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Kenya’s tourism industry is booming in business and 2018-2021 is looking even better after recovery for a long time. Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya’s strength in packaging tours and committed service delivery is expected to increase in the future. Undoubtly, Kenya is the best African country for safari experience… Read the full press release
Silversea Cruises unveiled its new 2024-2025 voyage collection
Silver Ray℠ is revealed as the cruise line’s second Nova-class ship, due to set sail for Northern Europe and the Mediterranean in 2024 Monaco, 2022-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has unveiled its new 2024-2025 voyage collection, comprising 341 new sailings that will unlock 695 destinations in 120 countries… Read the full press release
Trekking in Nepal information August 2022
NEPAL, 2022-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Trekking in Nepal is delighted to welcome you tiny but amazing country. Natures to renew one’s own self regard to relive of beauty realize of Nepal Trekking to interact with its generous friendly peoples are highlights of Nepal Tour and is one long term activity that draws repeat… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces reopening of iconic five-star luxury establishment Park Hyatt Milano
CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that the iconic five-star luxury establishment Park Hyatt Milano opens its doors today (August 1, 2022) after two years of extensively reimagining its spaces, while staying true to the property’s unmatched, historic character. A stone’s throw from the Duomo and with direct… Read the full press release