New leadership to focus on safety culture, improved transparency and rebuilding trust CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — David L. Calhoun today (Jan. 13, 2020) assumed the role of president and chief executive officer of The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA). “With deep industry experience and a proven track record of performance, Dave is… Read the full press release
ST. JOHN’S, NL, 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The St. John’s International Airport Authority announced today ( January 09, 2020) that it was named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2020. “We’re tremendously proud to be recognized as a top employer in the region,” says Peter Avery, CEO of St. John’s International Airport… Read the full press release
New hotel will be a premier property for Hyatt Regency brand in Malaysia, marking the brand’s return to Kuala Lumpur CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (January 13, 2020) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with KL MIDTOWN Sdn. Bhd., a joint… Read the full press release
ATLANTA, Ga., 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Vacation Express is happy to announce the return of exclusive, non-stop flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) for the 2020 travel season with new departures in the month of March in addition to summer months. Flights to Los Cabos will… Read the full press release
New airline at Hamburg Airport / Three flights per week to capital of Albania Hamburg, Germany, 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — A new airline, Albawings, is coming to Hamburg Airport with the 2020 summer timetable. From 30 March 2020, the Albanian airline will fly to Tirana three times a week, every Monday, Wednesday and… Read the full press release
Route will be operated twice weekly with a Boeing 777 Freighter The new freighters will supplement the existing belly-hold cargo capacity to and from Japan Doha, Qatar, 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Cargo, one of the world’s leading air cargo carriers is pleased to announce the expansion of its cargo network in… Read the full press release
New codeshare partnership provides seamless connection to/from eight destinations in Germany for Qatar Airways passengers within Deutsche Bahn’s railway network DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a codeshare partnership with Deutsche Bahn (German railways), offering Qatar Airways travellers seamless connection to and from eight key destinations in… Read the full press release
Making New Year’s travel resolutions more affordable through the power of science SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2020-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Chasing the Northern Lights is now within reach. Starting Jan. 13, flyers will have the opportunity to escape to the winter wonderland of Alaska for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and, yes, a chance to see the Northern Lights. Using… Read the full press release
Budapest, Hungary, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Sir Michael Hodgkinson, former CEO of UK airports company BAA and Vazil Hudák, former Vice-President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), to its Board of Directors. Vazil Hudák was previously Vice-President of the EIB since 2016, where he… Read the full press release
Bristol Airport has become the first airport in Europe to offset all passenger journeys to and from the Airport by road. LONDON, UK, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The carbon offsetting scheme came into effect on 1 January and forms part of the Airport’s Carbon Roadmap which was published last year. Offsets will be purchased retrospectively… Read the full press release
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport AG has been systematically implementing stringent climate targets since 2008, when the airport operator first defined these goals. For the eleventh consecutive year, Fraport has now received climate certification for Frankfurt Airport (FRA) under the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. Launched by the Airport… Read the full press release
The ultra-low-fare airline’s 10 aircraft allows for flights between Hamilton and St. John’s, Moncton and Charlottetown CALGARY, AB, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of it’s 2020 summer schedule, Swoop, Canada’s ultra-low-fare airline and subsidiary of WestJet Airlines Ltd., announced its East Coast network expansion, with flights between Hamilton, Ontario and St. John’s,… Read the full press release
Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (January 09, 2020) announced a codeshare agreement with Shanghai Airlines to expand the carrier`s international network in China. Reservations and ticket sales begin on January 9, 2020. The codeshare agreement will add two routes to JAL`s international network, which includes flights between Shanghai… Read the full press release
Opfikon, Switzerland, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport and Lufthansa signed a 5-year contract for cargo handling at Brussels and Liège airports. The agreement covers Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines. At the end of December 2019, Swissport and Lufthansa Cargo renewed their agreement regarding cargo handling at Brussels and Liège airports. The agreement… Read the full press release
Edmonton, AB, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers at Edmonton International Airport (EIA) will have a new dining option accessible from both sides of security in 2020, with a local Edmonton favourite coming to the airport through a partnership with ECG Ventures. The Canadian Brewhouse will start construction this winter and open in the… Read the full press release
218-room, oceanfront W Playa del Carmen is expected to open in 2023 MONTERREY, MEXICO, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 9, 2020) announced that it has signed an agreement with Fibra Inn (BMV: FINN13, ADR OTC: DFBRY) to bring the W Hotels brand for the first time to… Read the full press release
Company focuses on awareness and prevention with mandatory training, tools and resources for hotel colleagues Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — January is recognized as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in the U.S. and IHG®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has intensified its ongoing effort to fight human… Read the full press release
DUBLIN, Ireland, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (9 Jan) launched a massive January seat sale, with up to €30 off 1 million seats for Summer 2020 across its European network, ensuring even more savings for its customers this summer season. This amazing January seat sale is available on return… Read the full press release
Thompson Hotels lifestyle brand expands to nation’s capital, in the heart of bustling, emerging Navy Yard neighborhood CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announces the opening of Thompson Washington D.C., the Thompson Hotels brand’s first property in the nation’s capital. Located in the emerging Navy Yard neighborhood, the new hotel features 225… Read the full press release
Spirit to add 225 more jobs and move 1,000 Miramar-based employees to the new campus in Dania Beach, Fla., in 2022 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: SAVE), America’s fastest-growing airline, today held a groundbreaking ceremony with Spirit Team Members, local and state officials, and business leaders to celebrate… Read the full press release
Visit Top-Trending Hawaii, Stay Budget Savvy in Southern U.S. Cities, or Fly Solo in Colombia STAMFORD, Conn., 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — KAYAK is releasing its 5th annual Travel Hacker Guide featuring data on where to go, when to book and best times to fly. And for the first time since its inception, KAYAK… Read the full press release
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — New year, new appliances for the George Best Belfast City Airport Fire Service! The Airport Fire and Rescue Service has now completed its new fleet with the arrival of the final two fire tenders. Each representing an investment in the region of £1million, the new arrivals… Read the full press release
The exhibition will be taking place from 15–18 January, and will draw tens of thousands of trade and public visitors DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce its participation in the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, where it will display its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 fitted with its multi award-winning… Read the full press release
The 2020 edition will run until the end of January An array of exciting fashion shows, beauty masterclasses and entertainment are on offer Qatar Airways is offering special fares from select destinations, stopover and travel packages for visitors to Qatar DOHA, Qatar, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner… Read the full press release
DALLAS, TEXAS, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 8, 2020) officially opened a new maintenance facility at William P. Hobby International Airport, highlighting the importance Houston holds for the nation’s largest domestic airline* and underscoring its commitment to Safety while investing in the Bayou City. The 240,000 square foot… Read the full press release
Focus on new destinations such as Boston, Rome or Barcelona Austrian Airlines is once again partner airline of the Holiday Fair in Vienna Visitors can look forward to a competition and special trade fair offers Austrian home-carrier informs about sustainability and CO2 compensation VIENNA, Austria, 2020-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Every year, the Holiday… Read the full press release
Grand Designs: New Villa Collection Marks the Completion of The Apurva Kempinski Bali Bali, Indonesia, 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Apurva Kempinski Bali has launched a collection of 43 beautifully appointed private villas, nestled in tropical gardens on the clifftops of Nusa Dua. Named after the mighty kingdoms that once ruled over Indonesia, the one-,… Read the full press release
Hershey, Pa., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Forebay, a full-service restaurant at Hershey Lodge, will have a new name, refreshed look and reimagined concept this month. The restaurant will close for renovations on Jan. 13 and reopen as Revelry Chophouse, Bar & Patio on Jan. 17. Located in the heart of Hershey Lodge above the main lobby, yet tucked… Read the full press release
WICHITA, Kan., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, is strengthening its Asia Pacific (APAC) service offerings with the Textron Inc. acquisition of Premiair Aviation Maintenance Pty Ltd, an Australian Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) service provider. Previously named an Authorized Service Facility (ASF), Premiair now joins the Textron… Read the full press release
WICHITA, Kan., 2020-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today (JANUARY 6, 2020) that NetJets, a Berkshire Hathaway company, accepted its first delivery of the new Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet on Dec. 31, 2019. This delivery represents a significant milestone for both NetJets and Textron Aviation as they bring… Read the full press release