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PATA to hold PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2022 in Songkhla, Thailand from August 2-4

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2022 (PDMF 2022) at the International Convention Center (ICC) in Songkhla, Thailand from August 2-4. The event, under the theme “Building Back Sustainably through Cultural Heritage and Community-based Tourism”, is generously hosted by the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), the Tourism Authority… Read the full press release

Swissport adds three more Aspire lounges in the United States

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San Diego, CA, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Aspire Airport Lounges, a division of Swissport International AG, is adding three more lounges in the United States. A newly refurbished lounge in San Diego, California, already opened its doors. Two more lounges will follow in Ontario, California, in mid-May. With these additional facilities, Swissport will… Read the full press release

IATA in collaboration with Airline Catering Association released updated Standard Inflight Catering Agreement

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in collaboration with the Airline Catering Association (ACA), have released an updated Standard Inflight Catering Agreement (SICA). The use of the standardized SICA template helps improve the efficiency of inflight catering procurement across the world. The release of the updated template… Read the full press release

George Best Belfast City Airport congratulates winners of the Eastside Awards 2021

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The much anticipated Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport, celebrating all that is good about East Belfast, returned after a year’s absence with winners being recognised in 16 sought after categories. ​The sense of celebration was almost palpable as sponsors joined with… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards® named Program of the Year for the eighth time in InsiderFlyer’s 2022 Freddie Awards

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Carrier’s Rapid Rewards voted Program of the Year, Best Customer Service, and Best Loyalty Credit Card at 2022 Annual Freddie Awards DALLAS, TX, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) Rapid Rewards® frequent flyer program held onto the distinction of Program of the Year for the eighth time in consumer selected InsiderFlyer’s 2022 Freddie Awards…. Read the full press release

NBAA encourages students on career options business aviation has to offer during Business Aviation Career Days

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Washington DC, USA, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — As more colleges and universities offer aviation career days, NBAA has an opportunity to reach more students around the country to inform them about the many career options business aviation has to offer. “The opportunity to directly interact with aviation students allows NBAA staff to plant… Read the full press release

NBAA completes inaugural class of its Safety Manager Certificate Program

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Washington DC, USA, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced the completion of the inaugural class of its Safety Manager Certificate Program, and has opened registration for the second cycle of this comprehensive introductory-level training program. Created by the NBAA Safety Committee in partnership with Advanced Aircrew Academy, Convergent… Read the full press release

Changi Airport holds first in-person Changi Airlines Awards after a two-year hiatus

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SINGAPORE, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — In a resounding vote of confidence for Changi air hub’s recovery, more than 120 representatives from 71 airlines spanning 36 countries converged in Singapore for the annual Changi Airlines Awards (樟宜航空大奖) after a two-year hiatus. The high-signature event, which celebrates the year’s achievements and recognises airline partners’ contributions… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn in Estonia

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Brussels / Tallinn, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the debut of its luxury lifestyle, Radisson Collection brand in the Baltics with the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn in Estonia, following an extensive 25 million Euro renovation. Located on Rävala boulevard in Estonia’s charming capital city, Radisson Collection… Read the full press release

Qantas Distribution Platform now available for international travel agents

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Sydney, Australia, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas’ next-generation distribution platform is now available for international travel agents, unlocking capabilities for agents globally to offer more personalised customer service and access new revenue opportunities. From today (MAY 3 2022), the Qantas Distribution Platform – built using IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) standards – will… Read the full press release

Qantas Group announces major fleet decisions that will reshape its international and domestic networks

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Approval of Project Sunrise, with order for 12 x Airbus A350s capable of flying direct from Australia to any other city including New York and London, starting from Sydney in late 2025. Domestic fleet renewal from late 2023, with order for 40 x A321XLRs and A220 aircraft; 94 purchase order rights spread over at least… Read the full press release

Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden to unveil extensive renovation in 2023

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Dresden, Germany, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Extensive renovation of the first 5-star hotel in Saxony. Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden will be extensively renovated in 2023. In 1995, the traditional hotel was opened as the first five-star hotel in Saxony and has since offered its guests a luxurious comfortable atmosphere in Dresden’s best historical… Read the full press release

The Apurva Kempinski Bali announces launch of Sustainable Wedding Package

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Bali, Indonesia, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Apurva Kempinski Bali and partners have come together to inspire and seek ways of addressing the important topic of sustainability with another breakthrough at the resort, this time in the form of a Sustainable Wedding Package. To promote the activation of this movement, similar-minded key partners are invited. They… Read the full press release

AHLA relaunches its Hospitality is Working campaign to reignite travel nationwide

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National Effort to Highlight Hotels’ Commitment to Workforce, Guests, Communities WASHINGTON DC, USA, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today (May 3, 2022) relaunched its Hospitality is Working campaign, seeking to reignite travel nationwide and showcase the economic and community benefits hotels provide in neighborhoods across the country…. Read the full press release

IHG & Pelligra Group announce Adelaide ground-breaking ceremony for Holiday Inn & Suites Mawson Lakes

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Agreement signed for Holiday Inn and Suites Mawson Lakes, with ground broken today IHG and Pelligra Group now have 6 hotels open or signed, with ambitious plans to grow IHG’s fifth hotel in Adelaide, making it one of the city’s leading hotel operators Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The growing partnership… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces signing of Casa da Companhia in Porto, Portugal, joining its Vignette Collection in late 2022

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of its latest Luxury and Lifestyle hotel, Casa da Companhia in Porto, Portugal. The newest addition to the company’s youngest brand, Vignette Collection, is set to open in late 2022. In August 2021, Vignette… Read the full press release

Delaware North’s Space 220 and Morimoto Asia in Orlando participated in annual event in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities

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BUFFALO, NY, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The culinary teams from Delaware North’s Patina Restaurant Group restaurants Space 220 and Morimoto Asia in Orlando recently participated in the annual Appetite for Arches event, with proceeds going to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida (RMHCCF). Teams from each restaurant joined top chefs from around Central… Read the full press release

KLM appoints Marjan Rintel as President & CEO

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — On Monday, KLM’s shareholders voted at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) to approve the appointment of Marjan Rintel as KLM’s President & CEO, effective 1 July 2022. The consultation process has also been concluded with the KLM Works Council. Now that the shareholders have voted to approve… Read the full press release

KLM reappoints Erik Swelheim as Managing Director; Fleur Pellerin and Cees ‘t Hart as Supervisory Directors

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM’s shareholders voted at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) to approve the reappointment of Erik Swelheim as Managing Director & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of KLM. The shareholders further approved the reappointment of Fleur Pellerin and Cees ‘t Hart as members of KLM’s Supervisory Board. Swelheim has… Read the full press release

Doncaster Sheffield Airport welcomes TUI’s inaugural flight to Cancun, Mexico

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Doncaster, England, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI’s inaugural flight to Cancun, Mexico took off from Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) on Monday 2nd May. The new route represents a major commitment to Doncaster Sheffield Airport by TUI, the UK’s largest holiday operator. It’s TUI’s second long-haul destination flying from DSA in addition to the weekly… Read the full press release

GBTA Canada partners with C-SAF to advance more sustainable future for business travel industry in Canada

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GBTA Canada announces partnership with the Canadian Council for Sustainable Aviation Fuels to advance SAF in Canada Toronto, Canada, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainability has moved to the front of the agenda for economies, companies and the world at large. It is also a priority for the business travel industry, as revealed in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole marks Global Wellness Day and Summer Solstice with special events

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Mindfulness, sound healing and yoga take center stage for special events Jackson Hole, U.S.A., 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Putting mindfulness at the forefront and celebrating the changing of the seasons, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole commemorates the start of summer with special events for both Global Wellness Day and Summer Solstice. “June marks… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village opens its Center for Health & Wellbeing

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Luxury Southern California hotel blends renowned health experts with leading hospitality and award-winning amenities for a best-in-class wellbeing experience Los Angeles, Westlake Village, U.S.A., 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, a AAA Five-diamond hotel, recently announced the opening of the Center for Health & Wellbeing. This newest wellness integration further marks the… Read the full press release

Appreciate your moms with the gift of relaxation, rejuvenation and therapeutic healing from the Spas at Four Seasons Hotels Bogota

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Bogota, Colombia, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — ¡Feliz Día de la Madre! What to give the mother who offers guidance, support, and love when needed, while asking so little in return? To show how much she is appreciated Sunday, May 8, 2022, give her something that will leave her radiant, relaxed, and looking and feeling… Read the full press release

Emirates announces more offers in Dubai with its My Emirates Summer Pass

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Exclusive deals at hundreds of locations in Dubai and the UAE when customers show their Emirates boarding pass Complimentary Dubai Marina Cruise included Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Your Emirates boarding pass is more than a travel document or travel keepsake, it is also the key to the coolest deals in Dubai… Read the full press release

Emirates resumes services to Bali

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Bali, Indonesia, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates landed in Bali for the first time since the suspension of flights in 2020 due to the pandemic. Emirates flight EK398 landed in Denpasar International Airport (DPS) at 22:20 hrs on 1 May, and was welcomed by a spectacular water cannon salute to inaugurate the airline’s… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels appoints Jacquelyn Peterson and Marcus Thomas as new franchise development directors

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Lodging franchisor continues commitment to increasing diversity across hospitality industry ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, announced two new franchise development directors have joined the company’s emerging markets team: Jacquelyn Peterson and Marcus Thomas. Together, Peterson and Thomas bring more than three decades of hospitality expertise… Read the full press release

HMSHost announces appointment of four associates to vice president positions

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New VP appointments denote continued organizational growth and development BETHESDA, Md., 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost has announced the appointment of four associates to vice president positions. “I am thrilled to announce the promotion of several members of our team to vice president,” said HMSHost President and CEO Steve Johnson, “HMSHost… Read the full press release

flydubai launches three-times weekly service to Izmir in Turkey from 26 June

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Flights to Izmir will start from 26 June with a three-times weekly service The carrier will further grow its network Turkey to six destinations with seasonal operations to Bodrum and Trabzon commencing from 23 June Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ —flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today (29 April 2022) the launch… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality announces the opening of Zleep Hotel Køge in Denmark

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — As of May 1, 2022, Zleep Hotel Køge welcomes its guests in the Danish harbour city. Built in 1989 in the style of an old warehouse, the hotel is located directly at the old marina and is only a few minutes’ walk from the centre… Read the full press release