MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, 2020-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Volaris* (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, the United States and Central America, announces that effective as of November 23rd, 2020; it has been selected as an index component of the Dow Jones Sustainability (DJSI) MILA Pacific Alliance Index. Mr. Manjit Jus, Global… Read the full press release
Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort is bringing the perfect three-ton gift into homes around the globe this holiday season, but no freight shipping cost is required; only a donation. The world-renowned luxury resort and Asia’s premier elephant camp is partnering with the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF) to… Read the full press release
Calls On UK Govt To Remove Any Travel Quarantines For Christmas Dublin, Ireland, 2020-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, today (Tues, 24 Nov) announced its cracking festive flight deals as it gears up to fly millions of people home for Christmas across its entire network this December. Ryanair is offering… Read the full press release
Basel, Switzerland, 2020-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation is pleased to announce it recently delivered industry’s first fan case modification on a Falcon 7X in Basel. The company has received MRO authorization from Pratt & Whitney to modify fan cases on PW307A and PW307D engines installed on Falcon 7X and Falcon 8X aircraft. It… Read the full press release
The first Thompson Hotels property in Texas opens in restored $460 million historic downtown building, The National and celebrates with exclusive David Yarrow Exhibition CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (November 23, 2020) announced the opening of Thompson Dallas, which is part of the award-winning lifestyle hospitality brand… Read the full press release
Erlanger, KY, 2020-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — There are five very noticeable travelers at the Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport. They have two wheels and lots of artificial intelligence. In fact, they’re robots and are among an increasing number of solutions for contactless travel at CVG and other airports. Gita (“short trip” in Italian), wasn’t… Read the full press release
As of November 21, Copa Airlines will connect San Francisco to 25 destinations in 15 countries in the Americas beginning with up to three weekly flights, through the Hub of the Americas in Panama® SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2020-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Copa Airlines announced today (November 20, 2020) that after eight months of… Read the full press release
Dublin, Ireland, 2020-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The latest map published by the European Centre for Disease Control (ECDC) has classified Ireland and Canary Islands as ‘orange’. This classification means that someone returning from the Canary Islands to Ireland does not need to restrict their movements upon their return, having done a pre-departure test… Read the full press release
Pre-departure and post arrival ExpressTest COVID-19 screening will be available for Gatwick passengers, staff and local residents with results available the next day. The screening facility could also satisfy post arrival requirements for the Government’s expected “test and release” scheme to ease travel restrictions and quarantine. The cost for Gatwick’s air passengers and on-airport staff… Read the full press release
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2020-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, the Largest Cargo Network Operator in Africa, has launched Trans-Pacific routes, extending from Incheon to Atlanta via Anchorage effective 09 Nov 2020. Ethiopian operates B777-200F, one of the most technologically advanced aircraft on the route, offering a remarkable freight service to our… Read the full press release
Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it is in the final development phase of the IATA Travel Pass, a digital health pass that will support the safe reopening of borders. Governments are beginning to use testing as a means of limiting the risks of COVID-19… Read the full press release
British Airways offering a one-off opportunity to buy real aircraft items Trolleys, plates, crockery, champagne flutes, blankets and hot towels among the unique items available to buy to re-create a magical flying experience at home Special collectors’ items from the retired Boeing 747 aircraft available to purchase London, UK, 2020-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release
Airline has helped repatriate over 150,000 seafarers during the pandemic – more than any other airline Qatar Airways has established a dedicated Mariner Lounge at Hamad International Airport for seafarers to relax in comfort between their transit flights Airline’s fleet of fuel-efficient aircraft has enabled it to remain agile and offer a mix of scheduled… Read the full press release
Heathrow and Lord David Blunkett have today published the ‘Heathrow Local Recovery Plan’, in partnership with key local stakeholders The plan sets out a clear agenda for the recovery of Heathrow’s local economies after new research warned COVID-19 could result in 16,000 fewer jobs around the airport by 2021 The plan makes two policy asks… Read the full press release
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Daniela Schade, previously the Managing Director of Accor Hotels Germany, has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Commercial & Distribution Officer at Steigenberger Hotels AG/Deutsche Hospitality with effect from 1 December 2020. In her new role at Deutsche Hospitality, she will take… Read the full press release
Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel groups, has signed a management agreement with Saudi based Arif Group to bring a new voco™ hotel in the city of Jeddah. A new built property, voco® Jeddah North will feature 145 rooms and will open… Read the full press release
Brand ushers in a new era for The Franklin, an art deco, boutique hotel in New York’s Upper East Side Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel groups, has announced the opening of the first voco™ hotel in the Americas – voco –… Read the full press release
Internal Appointments of New Vice Presidents of Global Accounts, Americas Sales and Global Sales Strategy Underline Strength of Team Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts announced a series of appointments to its Global Sales Leadership team. These new roles are effective December 1: • Betty Wilson, currently Vice President of… Read the full press release
Iconic Emirates A380 to serve London Heathrow 4 times daily, Manchester 6 times a week, and Moscow daily Emirates expands services in the UK following establishment of UK-UAE air corridor, with additional flights to Birmingham and Glasgow, together with increased services to London and Manchester Dubai, UAE, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates announced… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — On World Children’s Day, the Emirates Airline Foundation and its NGO partners share their hopes for improving the welfare of disadvantaged children around the world, and speak on projects that provide children with safe shelter, basic necessities such as food and medical services, and access to opportunities… Read the full press release
Doha, Qatar, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas welcomes several executive appointments across its portfolio luxury of properties in Asia and North Africa. As the tourism industry looks to a new chapter, Anantara warmly welcomes new faces to the group and facilitates opportunities in stunning destinations for seasoned Anantara team… Read the full press release
Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Join us for the biggest holiday celebrations on the island of Koh Samui this holiday season. Step into a wonderful world of festive delights with an action-packed programme courtesy of Anantara, Avani+ and SEEN Beach Club. Guests of Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort and Avani+ Samui Resort… Read the full press release
As travellers plan ahead, the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience affords peace of mind with customised luxury journeys that adhere to the highest standards of health and safety throughout Toronto, Canada, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — As a new Four Seasons Private Jet prepares to take flight in 2021, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company is… Read the full press release
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has announced three new leaders to advance the company’s corporate priorities and drive growth. These include: Jonathan Mills joins Choice Hotels as chief executive officer for Choice Hotels Europe, where he will oversee the company’s continued investments… Read the full press release
Stylish 320-room Moxy Downtown Dubai is expected to make its debut in the United Arab Emirates in 2025 DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ —Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (NOVEMBER 18, 2020) announced it has signed an agreement with Ingenious Holding Limited to debut the company’s bold and experiential Moxy Hotels… Read the full press release
Many Hyatt hotels around the world are showing love for local small businesses impacted by COVID-19 while reigniting guests’ joy of travel through distinct, local experiences CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Driven by Hyatt’s purpose to care for people so they can be their best, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today (November… Read the full press release
Carrier offers great low fares and world-class loyalty program DALLAS, TEXAS, 2020-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) launched a fare sale today (Nov 17, 2020) through Nov. 26, 2020, 11:59 p.m., Central Time. Gobble up these fares for as low as $49 one-way. Customers can enjoy a helping of sale fares… Read the full press release
MIRAMAR, Fla., 2020-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The brightest planes in the sky are helping loved ones see each other again as they resume soaring over Peru. Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) restarted nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Lima’s Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) on Nov. 7, bridging the gap between the two countries… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2020-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — American Airlines, British Airways and oneworld launch transatlantic COVID-19 testing trial Tuesday, 17 November2020: American Airlines, British Airways and oneworld® have launched an optional COVID-19 medical-based testing trial on selected flights from the United States (US) to London Heathrow (LHR), in a combined effort to scientifically demonstrate… Read the full press release
Partnership highlights metasearch tools for travel rooted in sustainability, community and diversity NEW YORK, NY, 2020-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Lonely Planet has reimagined its Best in Travel picks for 2021, to reflect the new world of travel, partnering with KAYAK to seamlessly search destinations making a difference with their focus on sustainability, community and… Read the full press release