The serviced apartments brand will be present in four prime Bangkok neighbourhoods by late 2020 Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Already a fast expanding Asia-Pacific serviced apartments brand with two properties in two prime locations in Bangkok, Shama Serviced Apartments by ONYX Hospitality Group is doubling its neighbourhood presence in the Thai… Read the full press release
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Katara Hospitality launches new concept towards developing the hotel industry and enrich the tourism experience in the State of Qatar
Doha, Qatar, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar, has announced the launch of a new concept and the first in the region as part of its commitment towards developing the hotel industry and enrich the tourism experience in the State of Qatar. Whimsy combines… Read the full press release
Cambria Hotels opens its first property opening in 2020 — the Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of America
Upscale Brand Continues Pace with First Hotel Opening of 2020 in Minneapolis ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — With a record 11 hotels opened in 2019, and a milestone 50 hotels currently open across the country, Cambria Hotels continues its pace with its first property opening in 2020 — the Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of… Read the full press release
HMSHost opens The Cocktail Room at 18th and Central at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
A new airport dining experience featuring HMSHost food and service alongside Tattersall Distilling spirits MSP AIRPORT, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Bringing the finest in craft distilling into Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, global restaurateur HMSHost recently opened The Cocktail Room at 18th and Central in partnership with Pady Regnier of Airport Retail Group, INC. and Robert Grace of Be Graceful Bakery… Read the full press release
HMSHost brings Southern Grounds to Jacksonville International Airport
HMSHost brings JAX travelers a new local business opening this fall JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Florida-based Southern Grounds will debut at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) this fall. Southern Grounds prides itself on creating a community around great food and drink, and soon travelers will be able to experience this chef-driven coffee house in… Read the full press release
Aberdeen International Airport Community Fund has given a cash boost to 20 groups involved in education, the environment and economic regeneration
Aberdeen, UK, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Aberdeen International Airport has donated £22,000 from its Community Fund in the last twelve months. The Community Fund is open to groups, charities and organisations with links to education, the environment and economic regeneration. During the last year, the airport has given a cash boost to more… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group to open three more hotels in Turkey in 2020
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group, with properties in key locations across Turkey, prepares to open three more hotels in 2020. Two of these hotels will be in Istanbul’s touristic and historic locations, and the third in Aliağa, Izmir. Radisson Hotel Group’s investment in Turkey continues to grow as the… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria
New 124-room hotel marks second property in Virginia for Hyatt’s fast-growing lifestyle brand CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (January 22, 2020) announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria. Centrally located in the heart of Alexandria, Va., on historic King Street, the 124-room boutique hotel joins Hyatt… Read the full press release
Delaware North is the food and beverage and hospitality partner of the 2020 Australian Open
Buffalo, N.Y., 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The 2020 Australian Open tennis tournament at Melbourne & Olympic Parks is well underway, with Delaware North serving aces in hospitality. The company is the longstanding food and beverage and hospitality partner of the Australian Open, and uses the high-profile event to showcase what excellent service is… Read the full press release
BWI Marshall Airport welcomes Spirit Airlines’ new international service to El Salvador and additional domestic flights to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and San Juan, Puerto Rico
Airline Announces New International Service to El Salvador and Additional Domestic Flights to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and San Juan Baltimore, MD, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines announced today (January 24, 2020) that it will continue to grow its service in the new year at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, adding both international… Read the full press release
Spirit Airline announces new international service, expanded access to Florida and Puerto Rico from BWI
America’s fastest-growing airline announces new international service, expanded access to Florida and Puerto Rico from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) MIRAMAR, Fla., 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Baltimore is booming and ready for MORE GO, starting spring of 2020. Fueled by double-digit growth over the past year, the brightest planes in the sky… Read the full press release
Belfast City Airport welcomes back Eastern Airways’ service to Teesside International Airport
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Eastern Airways has announced its return to Northern Ireland with a six-times weekly service from George Best Belfast City Airport to Teesside International Airport. Katy Best, Commercial Director at Belfast City Airport, said: “Commencing on 9th March 2020, this service will further enhance air access from… Read the full press release
City of Chicago announces key designers for O’Hare 21 expansion and modernization program
CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — With the O’Hare 21 expansion and modernization program already well underway, the City of Chicago today announced a critical milestone, securing the services of its three key designers. The City’s contract with Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, LLP (SOM) to design two new satellite concourses immediately west of… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines first U.S. airline to receive STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certification for its Luly Yang custom-designed uniform collection
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines is rolling out its new Luly Yang custom-designed uniform collection certified to STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, the highest industry standard for safety, making Alaska and Horizon Air the first U.S. airlines to achieve this certification. “This is a major milestone that was years in the making. Before the designs,… Read the full press release
All Nippon Airways trials an autonomous electric bus at Haneda International Airport
Autonomous electric bus allows simplified travel within the airport, boosting convenience for both passengers and staff. Trials demonstrate how ANA continues to promote technological innovation in the aviation and airline industry. ANA illustrates the commitment to the environment by using eco-friendly electric buses to reduce carbon emission. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release
EVA Air ranks 9th among the world’s safest airlines for 2020
Luzhu District, Taiwan, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Taiwan-based EVA Air ranks 9th among the world’s safest airlines for 2020, based on analyses by the Jet Airliner Crash Data Evaluation Centre (JACDEC). The latest ranking and assessments were released in the February 2020 edition of Germany’s “AERO International Magazine” on January 14. This honor followed… Read the full press release
IHG introduces the IHG Customer Insights Portal, a first for the hotel industry
Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, introduces the IHG Customer Insights Portal, a first for the hotel industry. The comprehensive global solution for large enterprises will provide a highly customized corporate travel experience to simplify travel management. Currently in the final stages of… Read the full press release
IHG announced two new properties in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Expands footprint across luxury and midscale categories Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced two new properties in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Further strengthening its foothold in the luxury segment in KSA, IHG has signed a management agreement for… Read the full press release
IHG announces signing of New Zealand’s first voco
Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG’s colourful voco™ brand is coming to New Zealand in mid-2021, following the signing of a franchise agreement between IHG and Pro-invest. voco Auckland City Centre will incorporate all the elements of the voco life, including 200 guest rooms that are designed around the ‘Me Time’… Read the full press release
IHG appoints Heather Balsley, SVP, Global Loyalty & Partnerships and Jennifer Gribble, SVP, Global Marketing, Mainstream Brands
Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the appointment of two senior marketing executives, naming Heather Balsley, Senior Vice President, Global Loyalty & Partnerships and Jennifer Gribble, Senior Vice President, Global Marketing, Mainstream Brands. As a nearly 13-year veteran of IHG, Balsley now… Read the full press release
Live at Aloft Hotels Homecoming Tour continues in 2020 with the brightest talent in music
Following Shows in Chicago, Perth, Madrid, Los Angeles, Dublin, 2020’s Tour Stops Continue to Take Music Makers Back to Their Roots in Dubai, Mexico, and China BETHESDA, MD, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The brightest talent in music will be returning to their hometowns for free live music performances as the Live at Aloft… Read the full press release
Marriott International announces a landmark agreement to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah
2,600-room hotel would be the largest Fairfield, and brand’s first in Middle East and Africa RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 22, 2020) announced that it has signed a landmark agreement with Nahdet Al-Mashaer to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah. The… Read the full press release
Marriott International opens 144-room Residence Inn Panama City
The 144-room property pays tribute to Panama’s vibrant culture and history with local design touches PANAMA CITY, PANAMA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (JANUARY 23, 2020) announced the highly anticipated opening of the first Residence Inn in Panama City. With properties located in the United States, Canada, Europe, Middle East and… Read the full press release
Hilton Darwin introduces Digital Key
DARWIN, Northern Territory, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Darwin, a five-star hotel in the Northern Territory, has officially introduced Digital Key, a feature of the award-winning, Hilton Honors mobile app, providing members more choice and control over their entire travel experience. The addition of Digital Key now gives guests the option to bypass the check-in counter… Read the full press release
Hilton Hotels & Resorts tops Brand Finance Global 500 2020 ranking
McLean, Virginia, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — At Davos, Brand Finance released its annual Global 500 Report with Hilton Hotels & Resorts recognized as the top brand among today’s hoteliers, as well as one of the fastest-growing brands in the overall ranking. The report credited the ranking to the brand’s success in “marrying experience with a clear vision… Read the full press release
Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites unveils transformation following multi-million-dollar renovation
Property unveils new Toronto-inspired guestrooms, lively restaurant, calming lobby and redesigned meeting spaces TORONTO, CANADA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The 419-room Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites announced the completion of its multi-million-dollar renovation today (January 22, 2020), debuting new public spaces, guest rooms and a new restaurant — Mosaic Kitchen, Bar and Lounge…. Read the full press release
Hilton Tel Aviv and The Vista at Hilton Tel Aviv recognized for their long-standing investment in environmental protection and energy efficiency
McLean, Virginia, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Tel Aviv and The Vista at Hilton Tel Aviv, the iconic properties that are part of Hilton Hotels and Resort’s fast-growing global portfolio of full-service upscale hotels, just received a prestigious award this week for their long-standing investment in environmental protection and energy efficiency. The award, which recognizes Hilton as a… Read the full press release
Airports Council International (ACI) World announces partnership with A-ISAC
Agreement enables better cybersecurity resiliency for airports worldwide Montreal, CA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International (ACI) World and A-ISAC announced today (January 23, 2020) they have signed an agreement that better enables ACI members to join the A-ISAC for access to airport-specific cyber threat intelligence and actionable data that will enhance… Read the full press release
Ljubljana awarded a Meeting Star Award at the 12th Conventa trade show
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ljubljana won a prestigious Meeting Star Award at the 12th Conventa, the largest meetings industry event in the region of New Europe. Our city was awarded as the best congress destination in the category of cities hosting events for up to 2,000 people. The Slovenian capital already… Read the full press release
Emirates celebrates 20 years of service in Bahrain
DUBAI, UAE, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — On 25 January 2000, Emirates took off from Dubai International Airport headed for Bahrain. When the B777-200 landed, it marked a major milestone for the airline – its first flight to the country. Twenty years later, the route has gone from strength-to-strength, and since the first flight, more… Read the full press release