All life is connected in one of Earth’s most legendary wild places. Atlanta GA, 2019-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — In the highly anticipated first phase of an unprecedented transformation at Zoo Atlanta, the all-new African Savanna opened on August 8, 2019. While animals continue to acclimate to their new habitats, visitors now have an opportunity… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Belgian Civil Aviation Authority has issued Air Antwerp’s Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and operating license, enabling Air Antwerp to begin operations between London City Airport and Antwerp from 9th September 2019. In addition, Air Antwerp has concluded a codeshare agreement with KLM on this route, enabling tickets to… Read the full press release
£1.11 billion investment puts passengers at the heart of Gatwick’s future plans – innovation and technology to play even greater role in journeys Plans backed by new owners, VINCI Airports and Global Infrastructure Partners, as Gatwick continues focus on balanced and sustainable growth opportunities Investment in operational performance to improve resilience and create future capacity… Read the full press release
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — In addition to the successfully operated Philadelphia flight, American Airlines will introduce a direct flight to Budapest from Chicago O’Hare International Airport from May 2020. A modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner will be flying the route four times a week. American Airlines announced today that next year it is… Read the full press release
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Self-service baggage drop-off desks were commissioned by Budapest Airport at Liszt Ferenc International Airport. Thanks to the system currently under trial operation, the process of checking in bags becomes faster and more convenient for passengers. The trial operation of 2-2 new self-service baggage drop-off desks is already underway… Read the full press release
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — People who used the access road leading to Terminal 2 of Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport last week may have travelled back into the past for a moment or two. The construction of a new turbo roundabout had been commenced, and a more than 20-year-old Malév billboard surfaced… Read the full press release
Newly opened hotel in the heart of Yantian District of Shenzhen brings Hyatt Regency brand’s signature hospitality and connecting guests to the booming city CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (AUGUST 8, 2019) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Yantian in the east Guangdong Province, China. The 298-room hotel aims… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and American Airlines today (08/08/2019) announced new international routes from O’Hare International Airport to Poland, Hungary and the Czech Republic starting Summer 2020. Chicago – Krakow, Poland (John Paul II International Airport) begins May 7 Chicago – Budapest, Hungary (Budapest Ferenc Liszt… Read the full press release
British Airways Holidays and international wildlife charity Born Free have been working together over the last year to develop the travel company’s animal welfare policy Policy builds on current standards and offers a commitment to ensuring customers are able to make fully informed decisions on the holidays they choose Partnership also sees the launch of… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways will be the Official Airline Partner of the Qatar Goodwood Festival DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce that it has renewed its partnership with the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) for a further three years. This partnership will enable Qatar Airways to continue its sponsorship… Read the full press release
Shanghai’s Newest Landmark Stuns with Outstanding Luxury, Heartfelt Guest Experiences and Sleek Modern Design Shanghai, China, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. announced the opening of JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong today (08/08/2019), marking the first JW Marriott Marquis hotel in China. The 515-room luxury property debuts in Shanghai’s most dynamic… Read the full press release
Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced today (07 AUGUST 2019) that its avid™ hotels brand continues to expand, with nearly 200 signings now in place for new locations. More than 60 of those signed are hotels under construction, or have design and construction… Read the full press release
Hotel Indigo® Milan – Corso Monforte brings its boutique hotel offering to the city Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Boutique hotel brand, Hotel Indigo®, opens its third hotel in Italy in the bustling city of Milan. Hotel Indigo® Milan – Corso Monforte, is centrally located close to the notable fashion district – the… Read the full press release
New IntercityHotel to open in Geneva Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has announced further development plans for its core German, Austrian and Swiss markets. The second IntercityHotel to be launched in Switzerland will open in Geneva in 2022. The IntercityHotel Geneva Airport will be located in the new… Read the full press release
All of the hotel group’s brands will use only cage-free eggs and egg products in future Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Corporate Social Responsibility in the food area – as part of its group-wide sustainability strategy, Deutsche Hospitality will ensure that all eggs and egg products used in its European… Read the full press release
BRISBANE, Australia, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Brisbane Team Members will clean public gardens, cook group meals, donate blood and support their long-term charity partners in an inspiring week of community service this month. August 12-16 marks Hilton Brisbane’s Global Week of Service, the multinational hospitality company’s annual effort to fill the earth with the… Read the full press release
As part of the renovation, the hotel became the first for the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand in California—and the third globally—to offer Connected Room technology, which allows guests to manage their stays from the palm of their hands SAN DIEGO, CA., 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton San Diego Bayfront recently underwent a $23 million… Read the full press release
SAN FRANCISCO, CA., 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Cindy Ramesh has been named complex director of sales and marketing for Hilton Hotels of San Francisco at Union Square, according to Terry Lewis, complex general manager of the two hotels set in the heart of Union Square. Both properties are a short walk to Moscone Center, the… Read the full press release
Intimate Performances Will Be Accompanied By Interactive Augmented Reality ‘GIF-ITI’ Art Installation by Street Artist INSA & Money-Can’t-Buy Experiences for Marriott Bonvoy Members Bethesda, MD, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of the hottest names in music will be returning to their hometowns for free live music performances for fans as part of the Live… Read the full press release
Sofía Sanchez de Betak, a.k.a. Chufy, Translates The Indigenous Destination Experiences of Dubai Into a Women’s Ready-to-Wear Line, CHUFY x The Luxury Collection: Dubai New York, NY, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection, a unique ensemble of more than 110 iconic luxury hotels in more than 30 countries, and Sofía Sanchez de… Read the full press release
A Rare Alignment of Nine Michelin Stars Takes Center Stage, For Dazzling Dining Across the Gourmet Cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Guangzhou Hong Kong, China, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Stellar Dining Series by The Ritz-Carlton will orbit Asia Pacific again for a second year, landing in Tokyo, Kyoto and Guangzhou, three of… Read the full press release
New Hilton Hotels & Resorts survey finds that 73% of young professionals have a better travel experience when they spend free time on their own – from exploring the city to unwinding at the lobby bar MCLEAN, Va., 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — As Hilton Hotels & Resorts continues to innovate its offerings for the next generation… Read the full press release
ADELAIDE, Australia, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Adelaide has welcomed back Brent Assam to lead the team as Executive Chef following time spent working on the Islands of Fiji. Following time working in Africa, Perth, Fiji and Hilton Adelaide where he was Executive Sous Chef from 2013 until 2015, Brent said the time is right… Read the full press release
Company poised to grow in the all-inclusive segment by leveraging its Marriott Bonvoy travel program and iconic brands including The Ritz-Carlton and Westin Hotels & Resorts Marriott International to manage five all-inclusive resorts with more than 2,000 rooms and owner investment of more than $800 million Bethesda, MD, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Responding… Read the full press release
Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Water management is an important part of Finavia’s environmental responsibility. The new underground wetland treatment facility will mean cleaner waters for the watercourses surrounding Helsinki Airport. Good environmental work is part of Finavia’s corporate responsibility. The Sum of Good Things article series highlights details of Finavia’s responsibility work. This article focuses on… Read the full press release
Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia invited passionate plane spotters to Helsinki Airport on 6 August 2019 to learn more about the airport and to see planes and the action on the runways from a close distance. The HELspotting Day is a way for Finavia to introduce Helsinki Airport to this active stakeholder… Read the full press release
Leisure travel growth offset by flat business segment and contraction in int’l inbound travel WASHINGTON, USA, 2019-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel to and within the U.S. grew 2.4% year-over-year in June, according to the U.S. Travel Association’s latest Travel Trends Index (TTI)—travel’s worst performance since September 2018. Most concerning is the 0.8% contraction of international… Read the full press release
Doncaster, England, 2019-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — ParkIT and Airparks, two major companies within the Holiday Extras Group to expand their presence at Doncaster Sheffield Airport as it invests £3.5m in a major car parking expansion., Holiday Extras – the UK market leader in travel extras such as airport parking, transfers, and travel insurance –… Read the full press release
Kirmington, England, 2019-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Eastern Airways has unveiled a new cabin product refresh sourcing a number of local suppliers throughout its network for the complimentary service offered on board its Flybe franchise services. The on board product has been revised and will feature guest beers, hand cooked crisps, flapjacks, shortbread biscuits, sweets… Read the full press release
Alexandria, VA, 2019-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, today (August 5, 2019) announced the launch of the new Accommodations RFP. The updated RFP reflects the changing marketplace to include various accommodation solutions that buyers are using and considering for their travel programs. The… Read the full press release