LAS VEGAS, NEV., 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hard Rock International (HRI) on Friday received regulatory approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission for its acquisition of The Mirage Hotel & Casino from MGM Resorts International. HRI assumed operations control of the property as of 6 a.m. Monday, December 19. Under terms of the transaction,… Read the full press release
MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has launched a campaign with McDonald’s Travel TV to promote the Maldives in the German-speaking markets. The Maldives will be advertised in 700 McDonald’s outlets with a reach of 35 million consumers. The advertisement will showcase the unique… Read the full press release
Together with Air France-KLM and Air France, the KLM Group commits to reducing its CO2 emissions by 30% per revenue tonne kilometre (RTK) by 2030, compared to base year 2019; The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved that – in compliance with the Paris Agreement – the emission reduction target for 2030 adheres to the… Read the full press release
Innovative AeroSHARK surface technology from Lufthansa Technik and BASF improves fuel efficiency and reduces CO₂ emissions First Boeing 777 with sustainability technology already in scheduled service, 22 more to receive sharkskin foil Lufthansa Group drives innovation for more sustainable aviation Cologne, Germany, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Following nature’s example, Lufthansa Technik and BASF… Read the full press release
Muscat, Oman, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Continuing to enrich the travel experience, Oman Air’s frequent flyer programme, Sindbad, has been added to Ooredoo’s list of Nojoom partners. Nojoom members with Shahry postpaid or Home Internet plans can now convert their loyalty points to Sindbad Miles, which can be spent on a host of… Read the full press release
A return to the Icon Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — We wish a warm welcome to Norman Mark! Deutsche Hospitality is proud to welcome Norman Mark back in their hotelier’s family as General Manager of the legendary Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s in Brussels, one of the most outstanding hotels on the European continent…. Read the full press release
Washington, DC, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — A global coalition focused on business aviation sustainability announced today (Jan. 13, 2023) that the industry, aligned with the work of the World Economic Forum’s Clean Skies for Tomorrow initiative, is offering a market-based solution to help reduce carbon emissions for flights to and from the Forum’s… Read the full press release
WICHITA, Kan., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation today (January 13, 2023) announced it has delivered a Cessna Grand Caravan EX to Brazilian aviation company Azul Conecta, a subsidiary of Azul Airlines based at the airport of Jundiai in São Paulo. This aircraft represents the 3,000th Cessna Caravan family turboprop delivered worldwide, reinforcing the Caravan… Read the full press release
GRAB A BITE TO EAT OR SWEET TREAT TO TAKE HOME EVEN WHEN HERSHEYPARK IS CLOSED Hershey, PA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — There’s nothing sweeter than visiting Hershey, PA, and even during the off-season, you can experience three delicious dining options right outside of Hersheypark. While the Park is closed for the winter season,… Read the full press release
Dallas, TX, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is celebrating the 49th anniversary of its first commercial airline service. On Jan. 13, 1974, the first airline carrying passengers landed at Dallas Fort Worth Regional Airport. This first flight, arriving from Little Rock, Ark., set in motion the growth from a… Read the full press release
Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) announced its new leaders to the ACI-NA Board of Directors including the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority’s president and CEO Tory Richardson. “I look forward to serving the aviation industry and its communities in this new position… Read the full press release
COLUMBUS, OH, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ —The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) has named Nicole Loucks General Counsel. Her responsibilities in this role include leading all legal, risk and compliance functions for CRAA. As General Counsel, Loucks will work closely with the CRAA Board of Directors on governance and serve as the liaison with… Read the full press release
Addition of a Boeing 777-300ER service means Emirates will offer almost 12,000 seats per week to Brisbane combined with its daily A380 The operational boost comes as Emirates proudly celebrates 20 years of serving Brisbane Emirates is back to operating at pre-pandemic levels to Brisbane Brisbane, Australia, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is… Read the full press release
The airline continues to rebuild its global network and ramp up operations to meet robust travel demand. Emirates has also announced it will resume its second daily service to London Stansted in May 2023, boosting its London operations to 11 daily flights. By the end of this summer, Emirates will have recovered close to 90% of… Read the full press release
From bedside bud vases to full room florals, Ampersand adds a special touch to any celebration with local, seasonal blooms San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco will offer a special, in-room floral program from Bay Area flower shop and design studio Ampersand. Designed to elevate all of life’s most special… Read the full press release
“Animación at Ciclo – A Digital Dining Experience” to launch in downtown Austin Austin, U.S.A., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Austin is taking “dinner and a show” one step further as dinner is the show with a new activation set to launch this February. This winter, the Hotel announced the Texas debut of the state-of-the-art… Read the full press release
Jakarta, Indonesia, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Nautilus Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta kicks off the new year with an exciting takeover by Bar Trigona on January 20 and 21, 2023. Voted one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars for four consecutive years, Bar Trigona is the highly acclaimed drinking destination at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Known for its… Read the full press release
Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Experience the beginning of the Lunar Year with a delectable menu with an array of celebratory activities to welcome the Year of the Rabbit at 8 restaurant, which is serving epicurean experiences with heart-warming festivities. Beginning Sunday, January 22, 2023 for ten days, guests and… Read the full press release
Envisioned as an ode to a legendary world traveler, each cocktail imagines a “lost” recipe and the story behind it Dubai, U.A.E., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Driven by imagination, innovation and mythical characters, the newly launched cocktail menu at Hendricks Bar at Four Seasons Resort Dubai takes guests back in time and brings them a whole new… Read the full press release
Full renewable Port Utility power sources exceed state average by 33% Oakland, Calif., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland Utility serving customers at the seaport and airport fulfills 66.9% of its power needs from carbon free energy sources, nearly double the state average. “Acquiring renewable power sources to meet our energy… Read the full press release
Male, Maldives, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Offering a reimagined adult-only experience set amid crystalline lagoon waters, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort reopened on 1 December 2022 following nine months of extensive renovations. With revamped accommodations, including the introduction of stylish new Beach Pool Villas, a new Villa Host service for all guests, newly redesigned restaurants and a… Read the full press release
Passenger volumes up 318% on 2021 Amsterdam, Edinburgh and Zurich the top 3 routes 2022 also an award-winning year for LCY, including the title of Best UK Airport from the Telegraph and Conde Nast With major upgrades to the airport experience underway, LCY expects to welcome closer to 4 million passengers this year London, UK,… Read the full press release
Santiago, Chile, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — LATAM group projects a passenger operation of 85% for January (measured in available seat kilometers – ASK) compared to the same period in 2019. The group expects to operate approximately 1,409 domestic and international daily flights during the month, connecting 144 destinations in 22 countries. In terms… Read the full press release
ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the only venue in the city where an elephant may stroll by as you toast your special someone. Reservations are now available for the Wild at Heart Valentine’s Day Dinner, set for February 14, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Zoo… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Las Vegas will celebrate Chinese New Year—or Lunar New Year—in spectacular fashion. Resorts throughout the destination commemorate the Year of the Rabbit with festive décor, authentic experiences, and delectable culinary offerings. Lion and Dragon Dances Vibrant lion and dragon dances will take place throughout the destination,… Read the full press release
Korean Air exhibits traditional good luck charms for the Lunar New Year Seoul, South Korea, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate the Lunar New Year, Korean Air will display Bokjori, a decoration of good fortune, at various company sites in Korea from January 16 to 27. Hanging Bokjori is a traditional Korean custom… Read the full press release
The leading ultra-luxury cruise line has created a new role for Brancaleoni, who brings a wealth of strategic expertise and an international background. Monaco, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has enriched its global sales team to propel its continued growth, welcoming cruise industry veteran Massimo Brancaleoni as… Read the full press release
MCLEAN, Va., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — In 1965, three dads at a resort on Bainbridge Island, Washington, near Seattle, wanted to play badminton on its court but couldn’t find rackets or a shuttlecock. They did, however, find table tennis paddles and a perforated plastic ball and what followed was the creation of pickleball…. Read the full press release
Completion rate reaches new high; more benefits in store KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The airasia Super App kicks off 2023 with a Chinese New Year gathering to appreciate its gig industry workforce, including both full-time and part-time airasia ride drivers and airasia food delivery riders. Over 500 Allstars attended this… Read the full press release
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Kicking off the year on a right foot, AirAsia continues soaring high by taking home the Bronze award at the 2022 Putra Brand Awards in the Transportation, Travel and Tourism category, maintaining over a decade-long run as Malaysia’s preferred travel brand. Capital A’s Chief Brand Officer,… Read the full press release