Author Archives: Travel PR News Editor

Fiji Airways introduces new in-flight Business Class menu from multi-award-winning chef Richard Cross

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Nadi, Fiji, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Fiji Airways, Fiji’s national carrier, has launched its inaugural in-flight Business Class menu from multi-award-winning chef Richard Cross, taking the airline’s catering to new heights with innovative cooking techniques rarely seen in commercial aviation. Available onboard all Fiji Airways international flights, the debut Business Class menu from… Read the full press release

Charlotte Douglas International Airport to host Airport Job Fair on Saturday, April 30

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Full-and Part-time Positions Are Available Charlotte, North Carolina, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Charlotte Douglas International Airport and its tenants will host an Airport Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30 at Bojangles Coliseum, 2700 East Independence Blvd. American Airlines, TSA, HMSHost, Paradies Lagardère, City of Charlotte Aviation Department,… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport welcomes Air Canada’s resumption of non-stop service between Manchester and Toronto

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Enhanced service with Air Canada mainline operating from Manchester Manchester, UK, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada has announced it will resume its non-stop seasonal service between Manchester and Toronto, operating five-times weekly from 1 June – 30 September 2022. Air Canada flights from Manchester to Toronto will be operated with Airbus A330-300… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces signing of 148-room hotel, Thompson Vienna

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Plans for Thompson Vienna demonstrates Hyatt’s commitment to thoughtfully growing its luxury lifestyle portfolio in Europe CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (April 20, 2022) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of SIGNA and CENTRAL Group for Thompson Vienna, a… Read the full press release

Blue Islands to fly visitors from The Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland to Guernsey and Jersey throughout 2022

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Jersey, Guernsey, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands has been selected by leading European tour operators as the partner airline flying visitors from The Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland to Guernsey and Jersey throughout 2022. The European charter programme will see up to 44,000 visitor nights in the islands and a potential spend of… Read the full press release

Blue Islands announces latest Freedom to Fly course

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Jersey, Guernsey, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands has welcomed the third cohort of 2022 on its latest Freedom to Fly course; the free course seeks to help those inhibited by the surprisingly common fear of flying, by combining technical insights, with behavioural change training and culminating in an experience flight around the… Read the full press release

Accor and Ennismore to open at least 1,300 JO&JOE hotels in China thru partnership with Country Garden’s Funyard Hotels and Resorts

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China, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor in collaboration with Ennismore today (April 20, 2022) announced an unprecedented long-term master franchise agreement with Country Garden’s core alliance enterprise, Funyard Hotels and Resorts. Together with Funyard, one of the top hotel and property developers in China, Accor and Ennismore will introduce the lifestyle brand JO&JOE to China,… Read the full press release

Pullman Paris Montparnasse introduces fresh new style following a four-year makeover

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The largest Pullman hotel in Europe is unveiled on Paris’s Left Bank after a four-year makeover and top to bottom revitalization. Paris, France, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Pullman Hotels & Resorts is delighted to introduce the fresh new style of Pullman Paris Montparnasse, a 115-meter, avant-garde skyscraper designed by Pierre Dufau in 1972, and… Read the full press release

SFO welcomes Breeze Airways plans to launch service to Westchester County, New York

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U.S. low fare airline plans to launch service to Westchester County, New York in November 2022 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) celebrated an announcement today (April 20, 2022) from U.S. low fare airline Breeze Airways detailing plans to launch service to Westchester County, New York… Read the full press release

UNWTO launches second edition of “Awake Tourism Challenge”

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Madrid, Spain, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO has launched the second edition of its global flagship competition under the name of “Awake Tourism Challenge”. The competition will identify innovators who are advancing solutions to 6 different challenges, as well contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For the 2022 challenge,… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines adds aircraft maintenance facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport

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Spirit to add more than 50 jobs at George Bush Intercontinental Airport MIRAMAR, FL, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) today (April 20, 2022) announced a commitment to deepen its roots in Houston with the addition of an aircraft maintenance facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The facility, located along John… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines launches services from Memphis to Orlando and Las Vegas

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Daily service to Las Vegas and Orlando kicks off, with Los Angeles service starting in 2023 MIRAMAR, FL, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Bright yellow planes soared over the Home of the Blues for the first time today (April 20, 2022 ) as Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) launched service at Memphis International Airport (MEM). The… Read the full press release

OpenTable launches Mother’s Day Planning Hub

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OpenTable launches Mother’s Day Planning Hub featuring customized itineraries, exclusive discounts to The Bouqs Co., Bambino and Nova Octo, the 100 Best Spots Brunch Spots in America and more SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — After two years of canceled celebrations and plans, Mother’s Day dining is back in full force. Data from OpenTable (part of Booking Holdings Inc., NASDAQ:… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announces the appointment of Emily Halverson as vice president of finance and controller

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SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has named Emily Halverson vice president of finance and controller for Alaska Airlines and Alaska Air Group. As Alaska’s vice president of finance and controller, Halverson will set the strategy for and oversee financial reporting, payroll, investor relations and accounting operations. Halverson joined Alaska Airlines… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways reactivates partnership with IndiGo

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Comprehensive code-share agreement enables seamless travel between seven cities in India and up to 150 destinations on Qatar Airways’ network, via Hamad International – the World’s Best Airport   Privilege Club Members will soon earn Avios on all code-share flights operated by IndiGo Doha, Qatar, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the multiple… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways offers corporate clients option to offset or reduce carbon emissions with the launch of its voluntary carbon offset programme

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Reaffirming the Group’s ambition on Earth Day 2022 to reach the climate targets while driving innovation DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways today (21 April 2022) launched a voluntary carbon offset programme for corporate customers. This initiative will enable corporate and trade clients to offset their own carbon emissions via a… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific launches Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme

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Working with corporate customers to use SAF for the first time at Hong Kong International Airport Hong Kong, China, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is launching its pilot Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme, the first major programme of its kind in Asia. The programme provides corporate customers the opportunity to reduce… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Cargo launches Priority options on cargo shipments

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New top tier, First (PR1), guarantees the highest commitment on speed and priority Hong Kong, China, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Cargo is introducing a suite of Priority options, offering dedicated booking tiers tailored to cargo shipments. Priority provides greater choice and better-defined service options to customers: speed, capacity and assurance for… Read the full press release

Metrolink switches to renewable fuel

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Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (APRIL 13, 2022), Metrolink publicly shared its switch to renewable fuel, making the agency the first in the nation to completely power all its locomotives by the cleaner burning alternative. “It’s a proud achievement to be the first rail agency in the nation to use… Read the full press release

Las Vegas celebrates LGBTQ+ community with annual events and amazing entertainment

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LAS VEGAS, NV, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — From annual events to amazing entertainment, Las Vegas proudly celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and empowers travelers to embrace who they are year-round. The destination recently launched a digital content series, How to Be  (in Vegas), which explores queer identity, self-acceptance, and everything a fabulously inclusive environment like Las Vegas… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb unveils full 2022 summer program

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Cloudraker Skybridge & Ravens Eye reopen; Creekside construction sets the stage for trail expansion in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park  Whistler, BC, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Whistler’s full summer program launches May 21, with hiking, biking and sightseeing open to a global audience as travel returns to the world stage. Its iconic Bike Park is set… Read the full press release

George Best Belfast City Airport announces the opening of new Italian eatery, La Piazza

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — George Best Belfast City Airport has enhanced its food and beverage offering this Spring with the official opening of new Italian inspired restaurant, La Piazza. Creating over 15 new jobs, the restaurant will serve a variety of pizza and pasta dishes, and opens its doors just… Read the full press release

IntercityHotel Mainz General Manager Matthias Sieber-Wagner takes additional responsibility as IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport head

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General Manager Uwe Troll passes the baton to Matthias Sieber-Wagner Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Two hotels are now being run by the same familiar face. Matthias Sieber-Wagner, General Manager of the IntercityHotel Mainz, took on the additional responsibility of heading up the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport on 1 April 2022…. Read the full press release

Ryanair extends and enhances partnership with Jordan based MRO provider, Joramco

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — This morning (13 Apr), Ryanair announced a 5 year heavy maintenance agreement with Jordan based MRO provider, Joramco, which will see the airline utilising up to 6 heavy maintenance bay slots at its facility in Amman, Jordan. Ryanair’s fleet will grow to over 600 aircraft over the… Read the full press release

Viking® and University of Cambridge establish new Professorship to advance research in polar environmental science

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New Fund Builds on Existing Partnership and Will Create First-Ever Professorship at the Scott Polar Research Institute Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.viking.com) today (April 14, 2022) announced it has partnered with the University of Cambridge to establish a new Professorship aimed at advancing research in the field of polar environmental… Read the full press release

Metrolink to provide free rides all day On Earth Day, Friday, April 22

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Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — On Earth Day, Friday, April 22, Metrolink will provide free rides all day on all Metrolink trains, with no ticket required. Riders can board a Metrolink train at any station throughout the six-county area for transportation wherever Metrolink trains travel. Riders are also invited to visit… Read the full press release

LVCVA honors The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Concierge Paola Crow with Hospitality Heroes Award

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LAS VEGAS, NV, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) today (12-APR-2022) honored Paola Crow, veteran concierge at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, with its Hospitality Heroes award during its board of directors meeting. The recognition program shines a spotlight on the top talent in Southern Nevada’s most… Read the full press release

Jumeirah Group announces leadership appointments

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, today (11 April 2022) announced three key appointments across its portfolio. The Group’s investment in top talent and strong leadership profiles is consistent with its culture of excellence and fostering an environment that inspires… Read the full press release

Charlotte Douglas International Airport opens $50 million Concourse E Expansion project

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Charlotte, North Carolina, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The 34,000-square-foot Concourse E Expansion (Gates E 36-45) opened today (Apr 13, 2022) at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The $50 million construction project adds one gate to the north end of the concourse and relocates nine existing gates to the new space for operational efficiency and… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas to be featured in Channel 5’s new series ‘Cruising with Susan Calman’

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The Award-winning Harmony of the Seas Stars in Channel 5’s New Series, ‘Cruising with Susan Calman’ LONDON, UK, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s Harmony of the Seas will be featured in two upcoming episodes of Channel 5’s ‘Cruising with Susan Calman’, scheduled to air on Friday, 15th April and Friday, 22nd April, at 8 p.m. The episodes will follow travel expert… Read the full press release