Auckland, New Zealand, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Work has begun on the biggest expansion to Auckland Airport’s airfield since the 1970s. Covering the equivalent of more than 250,000 m2 or about 30 rugby fields, a new taxiway and six remote stands for parking and servicing aircraft are being built at the western end of… Read the full press release
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W Hotels Worldwide announces the opening of W Aspen & The Sky Residences at W Aspen
First New Luxury Aspen Hotel in 25 Years, W Aspen is Set to Elevate Après-Ski Boasting the Town’s Only Year-Round Mountainside Rooftop Venue Aspen, CO, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Set your sights Sky High. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today (08/29/2019) announced the much-anticipated opening of W Aspen & The… Read the full press release
Gatwick Airport to hold Gatwick Fun Day on 14th September
Gatwick partners with Aviation Museum to host Fun Day for local residents Family-focussed event gives unique behind the scenes look at the airport with 40 exhibitors Event is free with donations to Gatwick’s charity partners also encouraged LONDON, UK, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport is giving local residents an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek into… Read the full press release
PATA strengthens partnership with Binumi
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), a not-for-profit membership association acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of the Asia Pacific travel and tourism industry, has bolstered its partnership with Binumi, a video ecosystem platform empowering individuals and businesses to create and share compelling video content that can build… Read the full press release
UNWTO: Tourism Enjoys Continued Growth generating USD 5 billion per day
Madrid, Spain, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — International tourist arrivals grew 5% in 2018, to reach the 1.4 billion mark, two years ahead of the World Tourism Organization’s long-term forecasts, according to the UNWTO International Tourism Highlights, 2019 Edition. At the same time, export earnings generated by tourism grew to USD 1.7 trillion, an increase… Read the full press release
ANA Holdings to raise awareness of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during the 2019 UN General Assembly
In recognition of the upcoming UN General Assembly, ANA HD will highlight its efforts to promote sustainable business practices. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — ANA HOLDINGS INC. (hereinafter “ANA HD”) will be raising awareness of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during the 2019 UN General Assembly. In order to illustrate ANA… Read the full press release
The Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum upgraded to Four Star grading by VisitScotland
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The venue of a Robert Burns Club that dates back to 1826 has received a Four Star grading from VisitScotland. The Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum, home of the Irvine Burns Club, was upgraded from three stars by the national tourism organisation’s Quality Assurance (QA) Scheme in… Read the full press release
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko hosted the tenth edition of the Bansko Opera Fest
Bansko, Bulgaria, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — This past weekend, Bansko was host to the tenth edition of the Bansko Opera Fest. The festival featured an amazing opening concert, “Vivaldi and the Little Otto”, on Thursday evening by Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra and Fortissimo Family Children’s Music and Education Program, with the special participation of the… Read the full press release
Marriott International announces an expanded toiletry program aimed at reducing single-use plastics
New, large amenity bottles reduce plastic waste while offering guests a convenient “pump” design Bethesda, MD, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today (08/28/2019) announced that it’s expanding an initiative to replace tiny, single-use toiletry bottles of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel in guestroom showers with larger, pump-topped bottles. To date, the company… Read the full press release
Doncaster Sheffield Airport rated the best UK airport and in the top ten European airports in global airport passenger survey
Doncaster, England, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Doncaster Sheffield Airport has been rated the best UK airport and in the top ten European airports in a leading global airport passenger service and benchmarking survey for the last year. The Airport Council International’s Airport Service Quality (ASQ) measures passenger satisfaction and rates all aspects of the… Read the full press release
Emirates’ inflight entertainment features a special edition cover with artwork created by Mawaheb artist Abdulla Lutfi
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ inflight entertainment (IFE) guide will feature a special edition cover with artwork created by Abdulla Lutfi, an Emirati artist represented by Mawaheb from Beautiful People. Meaning ‘talent’ in Arabic, Mawaheb is a Dubai-based art studio for adults with special needs, also known as ‘the determined ones’ following… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas announces the appointment of Ahmed Yacout as Hotel Manager
Four Seasons veteran brings more than a decade of diverse experience to new role Las Vegas, U.S.A., 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas welcomes Ahmed Yacout to the position of Hotel Manager this August, arriving most recently from the brand’s sister property, Four Seasons Hotel Austin. “I am beyond excited for this amazing assignment… Read the full press release
Liverpool John Lennon Airport creates a sense of place for international passengers arriving into Liverpool
Liverpool, UK, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) has just completed a project to create a warm welcome and lasting impression of the Airport, the City Region and the North West, for both visiting passengers and those returning home. The project has been delivered in partnership with the region’s destination marketing… Read the full press release
Boeing launches new navigation service to enhance efficient flight deck operations for pilots
Wideroe integrates first-in-market tailored Jeppesen navigation charts to enhance information access for pilots, available through multiple hardware displays on Embraer E2 aircraft ENGLEWOOD, Colo., 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) is offering a new navigation service to enhance efficient flight deck operations for pilots. Jeppesen Tailored Charts for Avionics is being introduced initially… Read the full press release
Sheremetyevo International Airport launches the third runway
Moscow, Russia, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — September 1, 2019 Sheremetyevo International Airport launches the third runway (RWY-3). The official event will be held with the participation of the Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation E.I. Dietrich, the Head of the Federal Air Transport Agency A.V. Neradko, Governor of the Moscow Region A.Y. Vorobyov,… Read the full press release
Travelzoo announces partnership with UnionPay International for a direct-payment experience for members in China
SHANGHAI, CHINA, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global publisher of exclusive offers and experiences for members, has announced a partnership with UnionPay International to create a direct-payment experience for Travelzoo members in China. UnionPay is the world’s largest card-payment company with more than 7 billion cards issued globally. Its service network covers 174 countries and regions. With… Read the full press release
Gatwick Airport initiates planning process to use its existing Northern Runway
Gatwick confirms its intent to start preparing a planning application to the Planning Inspectorate (PINS) The airport will follow the planning process to prepare a Development Consent Order (DCO) Documents will be made publicly available on the PINS website LONDON, UK, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport has formally started the process to… Read the full press release
PATA Travel Mart 2019’s PTM Forums to feature leading speakers on tourism trends and insights
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading speakers on tourism trends and insights are set to gather in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan for the PTM Forums taking place during PATA Travel Mart 2019 (PTM 2019) from September 18-20. In addition to the two full days of over 10,000 pre-matched appointments between global sellers and qualified hosted international buyers,… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines reaffirms its commitment to the West Coast with eight new routes between Pacific Northwest and California
Eight new routes added with daily, nonstop jet service aimed at leisure and business travel SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2019-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines reaffirms its commitment to the West Coast with new, nonstop service from the Pacific Northwest and the state of Alaska in the north, and from San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in the south. Starting in early… Read the full press release
All Nippon Airways announces the inaugural ANA HONOLULU MUSIC WEEK on Oahu from Nov. 15-17, 2019
Event aims to strengthen bonds between cultures through music. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, will be partnering with the State of Hawaii and the City and County of Honolulu to create the inaugural ANA HONOLULU MUSIC WEEK on Oahu from Nov…. Read the full press release
MSC Grandiosa set to host the world’s first fine art experience on board a cruise ship
Discover Edgar Degas’ Original Danse Dessin Drawings On Board MSC Grandiosa Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Grandiosa, the newest ship in the MSC Cruises fleet set to launch in November, will host the world’s first fine art experience on board a cruise ship. The immersive art and dining experience featuring “Degas Danse Dessin”… Read the full press release
Newly redesigned Singita Malilangwe House opens in the private, remote Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve
Cape Town, South Africa, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Set in the private, remote Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve in southeast Zimbabwe, the newly redesigned Singita Malilangwe House is perched on a rocky outcrop with spectacular views of the dam below. Located alongside Singita Pamushana Lodge, this sole-use five-bedroom villa, which reopened in July 2019, makes optimum… Read the full press release
DCASE announces the lineup for the daylong YAS! Fest on Saturday, September 21
The free-admission festival presented by Allstate Insurance Company includes performances by hip hop star Tink, OSTON, The Era, Mariachi Herencia de México, CircEsteem, Chicago Public Library YOUmedia and many more Chicago, IL, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is thrilled to announce the lineup for the… Read the full press release
Katara Hospitality announces full renovation of Doha Marriott Hotel
Doha, Qatar, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar is delighted to announce a full renovation of Doha’s most iconic hotel, Doha Marriott Hotel. Opened in 1973 as the Gulf Hotel, this project will see a first time ever full property re-imagination since it opened… Read the full press release
Deutsche Hospitality and GBI AG to build a new generation IntercityHotel in Wiesbaden, one of Germany’s oldest spa towns
Deutsche Hospitality and GBI AG are working towards a 2021 launch Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has joined forces with the specialist property developer GBI AG to build a new generation IntercityHotel in Wiesbaden, the capital of the State of Hessen and one of Germany’s oldest spa towns…. Read the full press release
Oakwood announces the signing of Oakwood Suites in Bangkok, Thailand, and Yokohama, Japan
SINGAPORE, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), today (August 27, 2019) announced the signing of Oakwood Suites in two key locations – Bangkok, Thailand, and Yokohama, Japan. Oakwood Suites Bangkok is scheduled to open by the end of 2019, while Oakwood Suites Yokohama, a Mapletree-owned property, is… Read the full press release
Emirates puts a spotlight on its own Emirati first officers to mark Emirati Women’s Day
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark this year’s Emirati Women’s Day, five talented and passionate Emirati first officers at Emirates airline helped put the spotlight on women in aviation, and the advancement of women in the UAE, by flying to five continents on the same day. Watch the video, released on Emirates’… Read the full press release
Japan Airlines to introduce new amenity kits for international Business Class customers
Collaboration with MAISON KITSUNÉ and BEAMS Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (August 27, 2019) unveiled plans to introduce new amenity kits for customers traveling on the carrier`s long-haul international Business Class from the end of August 2019. For flights departing Japan, an amenity kit designed in collaboration with MAISON… Read the full press release
Japan Airlines announces new autumn menus on its international flights
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (August 27, 2019) announced new autumn menus on its international flights from September 1, 2019. Highlights include a classic fricassee dish in Premium Economy and Economy Class, the return of AIR Yoshinoya Authentic Beef Bowl and the renewal of JAL’s original rice crackers. Welcoming… Read the full press release
Choice Hotels announces the official start of construction on the first Cambria hotel in Portland, Maine
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) and Koucar Management celebrate the official start of construction on the state’s first Cambria hotel in Portland, Maine. Slated to open in 2021, the new-construction, six-story, 102-room hotel broke ground yesterday during a strong year for the upscale Cambria brand in which six hotels have already… Read the full press release