Author Archives: Travel PR News Editor

Wyndham Destinations recognized with seven awards at the 2021 ARDA Timeshare Together Conference

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ORLANDO, Fla., 2021-Jun-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Destinations, the world’s largest vacation ownership business, was honored with seven awards at the 2021 American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Timeshare Together Conference in the areas of Sales & Marketing and Management & Administration. Among the company’s award wins, the Wyndham Destinations Club Wyndham Clearwater Beach sales… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the grand opening of Hyatt Centric SouthPark Charlotte

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The 175-key hotel embraces the city’s rich history and inspires exploration for savvy travelers CHARLOTTE, NC, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Centric SouthPark Charlotte celebrates its grand opening today (June 10, 2021) in SouthPark, Charlotte’s premier retail and business district. Designed with an inviting, modern ambience and a distinctly local flavor, the 175-room property provides… Read the full press release

ALL – Accor Live Limitless presents the second episode of its #LimitlessChallenges campaign

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MGallery  —  ALL – Accor Live Limitless The main partner and jersey sponsor of Paris Saint-Germain, ALL – Accor Live Limitless, presents the second episode of its #LimitlessChallenges campaign. The winner selected at the start of the year launched her challenge to player Alessandro Florenzi: a yoga-based challenge at the iconic Molitor hotel, MGallery Collection. Paris, France,… Read the full press release

CVG welcomes American Airlines’ new nonstop service to Austin, Texas

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Erlanger, Ky., 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — American Airlines is announcing new nonstop service from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Austin, Texas (AUS) as well as restarting service to Phoenix, Arizona (PHX) in August. The new flight to Austin will operate 2x daily beginning September 8, 2021. American will fly the Embraer 175… Read the full press release

SJC welcomes JetBlue’s daily, nonstop service to Boston

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Resumption of airline service, long-haul flight signals return to normal for Airport and travelers San José, Calif., 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — This evening, officials at Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) welcome the return of JetBlue with daily, nonstop service to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). The flight represents SJC’s first… Read the full press release

Swoop unveils expanded winter schedule

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Airline announces fleet expansion and winter flying as new daily bookings return to pre-pandemic levels CALGARY, AB, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost carrier, today (June 10, 2021) released its expanded winter schedule including increased non-stop domestic service and the re-introduction of flights to the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean…. Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines launches new nonstop routes from San Francisco, Portland and Palm Springs to destinations across North America

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — You’ve already booked long-awaited summer travel plans to be reunited with family and friends. Great! But have you thought about a little something for yourself when the weather turns gloomy and cold this winter? A sun-drenched beach, a decadent poolside cabana, an all-inclusive oceanfront resort? We’re ready… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces service to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) in New York from Nov. 14, 2021

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Previously announced Southwest service to Bellingham, Wash. to begin Nov. 7, 2021; New destination: Syracuse, New York service begins on Nov. 14, 2021; New international service from both Chicago (O’Hare) and Kansas City to Cancun will complement the full re-opening of all previously served international destinations. DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality named best company brand in the “Excellence Brands – Tourism” Category of the 2021 German Brand Award

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has been rewarded for its successful brand management by being named best company brand in the “Excellence Brands – Tourism” Category of the 2021 German Brand Award. The Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts brand was also the proud recipient of a “Special Mention” prize… Read the full press release

Steigenberger announces its first hotel on the Gulf of Suez, Steigenberger Alora Resort, Residences & Spa opening in 2024

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The Steigenberger Alora Resort, Residences & Spa on the Gulf of Suez opens in 2024 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Guests will be able to enjoy holidays between two continents once the new Steigenberger Alora Resort, Residences & Spa opens in 2024 in Ain Sokhna, a tourist region situated on… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts to open Hotel Indigo New Orleans – French Quarter later this year

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Leading boutique hotel brand from IHG Hotels & Resorts continues growth with robust Americas pipeline including New York and Latin America Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced today (10 JUNE 2021) that construction is well underway on the new Hotel Indigo… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo strengthens temperature sensitive pharma and vaccine handling capabilities in Dubai with additional 94 cool room pallet positions

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Addition of 94 cool room pallet positions to existing EU GDP compliant infrastructure at Dubai International Airport provides more handling capacity for temperature sensitive pharma, including COVID-19 vaccines Carrier has so far transported 75 million COVID-19 vaccine doses; aims for 100 million by end June 2021 Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates… Read the full press release

Ryanair increases operations at Rome Fiumicino with three based aircraft, six new routes and over 65 flights every week

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Three More Aircraft, 21 Routes (6 New) & Over 65 Extra Weekly Flights Dublin, Ireland, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Italy’s No.1 airline, today (08 June) announced the addition of three based aircraft, six new routes and over 65 flights every week from Rome Fiumicino to a host of domestic and international destinations…. Read the full press release

Jumeirah Group opens doors to its exquisite Mallorcan clifftop retreat, Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa

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Mallorca, Spain, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group will open the doors to its exquisite Mallorcan clifftop retreat, Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa from 10 June 2021, inviting guests to make up for months of missed vacation opportunities with a sun-soaked Mediterranean summer to remember. Set high above Port Soller overlooking the picturesque fishing… Read the full press release

CVG welcomes Allegiant’s new nonstop route to Key West, Florida

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CINCINNATI, Ohio, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ —Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today (June 9, 2021) begins a new nonstop route to Key West, Fla. via Key West International Airport (EYW) from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new route as low as $73.* “Key West is one… Read the full press release

SAS reopens direct route between Japan and Scandinavia

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS will reopen the direct route between Japan and Scandinavia starting in July. The first departure from Copenhagen will take off on Saturday, July 10, with a return flight from Tokyo, Haneda Airport, on Monday, July 12. The route will be operated twice a week, with departures on Wednesdays… Read the full press release

UNWTO announces new dates for the 6th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism

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The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Basque Culinary Center (BCC), VISITFLANDERS and the city of Bruges have announced new dates for the 6th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism. Madrid, Spain, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Held under the theme ‘Gastronomy Tourism: Promoting Rural Tourism and Regional Development’, the Forum will take place 31 October –… Read the full press release

OpenTable launched new video series called “Restaurants on the Rebound”

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New Video Series Shares How Four Incredible Restaurants Pivoted, Got Creative and Bounced Back Against All Odds SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — For restaurants, it’s been a year of endless pivots, dogged determination, and creative problem solving. To help shine a spotlight on the unique challenges that restaurants have faced since… Read the full press release

British Airways provides customers access to discounted Covid-19 PCR tests in the comfort of their own home

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British Airways adds Wren Healthcare to list of Covid-19 discounted testing providers for customers on ba.com, offering at home tests administered by a specialist Airline’s customers have access to Covid-19 tests through a wide range of providers starting from £33 for antigen and £40.41 for PCR Customers can select from different test types to suit needs… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways partners with significant Russian-based entities at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF)

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SPIEF is organised by Roscongress Foundation and convenes individuals from leading Russian and international companies, political figures, and business leaders from around the world Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker met several opinion and industry leaders including the Governor of St. Petersburg Mr. Alexander Beglov, further strengthening the airline’s position in… Read the full press release

New Hudson Nonstop store opens at Chicago Midway International Airport

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Second Hudson Nonstop Opening Accelerates Hudson’s Entrance Into Contactless, DigitallyPowered Stores East Rutherford, N.J., 2021-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hudson, a Dufry company and travel experience leader with more than 1,000 stores in airports, commuter hubs, landmarks and tourist destinations across North America, today (06/08/2021) celebrates the highly anticipated opening of its new Hudson… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport welcomes Singapore Airlines’ resumption of its nonstop Manchester-Singapore route

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First flight launches 17 July Three weekly departures on the A350-900 aircraft Manchester, UK, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A week after the Airline celebrated its 50th anniversary of flying from the UK, Singapore Airlines (SIA) is delighted to announce the return of its nonstop Manchester-Singapore route, beginning on 17th July 2021. Initially, the flight will operate three times… Read the full press release

7Pines Resort Ibiza, part of Destination by Hyatt opens its doors to guests

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The opening marks the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Europe and Hyatt’s first hotel in Ibiza CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today (June 8, 2021) the opening of 7Pines Resort Ibiza, part of Destination by Hyatt. The 185-all-suite luxury clifftop resort welcomes guests to one… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces an increase to its 2021 net rooms growth outlook

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Recent transactions demonstrate capital strategy progress CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE:H) today (June 8, 2021) announced an increase to its 2021 net rooms growth outlook and the completion of two transactions as part of its ongoing capital strategy. Details are as follows: On June… Read the full press release

Edmonton International Airport launches new manufacturing facility to support Canadian food innovators

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Manufacturing centre to address gaps, help local, small businesses  Edmonton, AB, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Edmonton International Airport (EIA) is launching a new manufacturing facility to help emerging Canadian food innovators access new national and global markets by filling a regional gap in food manufacturing. With a federal investment of $550,000 through Western… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to operate cargo freighters connecting Hangzhou and Tokyo

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In response to increased demand, ANA will employ Boeing 767 freighter to connect Hangzhou and Tokyo in June. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for eight consecutive years, will operate cargo freighters connecting Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) and Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)… Read the full press release

Lufthansa began vaccinating employees in Germany

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Initially up to 2,000 weekly vaccinations Michael Niggemann: “Lufthansa employees make important contribution to society.” Crews and employees with personal customer contact receive vaccination offer first Cologne, Germany, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa today (07.06.2021) began vaccinating the first employees in Germany. In the first week, 2,000 vaccine doses will be available and… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines expects further growth in bookings following eased travel regulations and rising vaccination rates

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CCO Michael Trestl: “Eased travel regulations and rising vaccination rates have quadrupled our bookings” Greece, Spain and Italy among the most popular destinations Austrian Airlines continues to offer full flexibility in rebooking and security Vienna, Austria, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — With a rising vaccination rate and easings of entry regulations in many European… Read the full press release

Emirates resumes services between Dubai and Nice and Lyon

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Airline will resume services to Nice and Lyon, serving each gateway with four weekly flights Ease in entry requirements means fully vaccinated UAE citizens and residents can expect quarantine free travel to France from tomorrow Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will resume flights from Dubai to Nice from 2 July and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC marks the 41st anniversary of the Race to Beat Cancer

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Washington, DC, U.S.A., 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC will begin celebrating the 41st anniversary of Race to Beat Cancer with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Global Wellness Day to benefit MedStar Washington Hospital Center’s Washington Cancer Institute. A core part of Four Seasons history is the inspiring story of Terry Fox and his legacy… Read the full press release