BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise the PATA Annual Summit 2020 from May 15-18 in Ras Al Khaimah, one of the fastest growing tourism destinations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The announcement was made by PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy during the PATA Board Meeting on… Read the full press release
Geneva, Switzerland, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Karen Clayton will join IATA as the Association’s Corporate Secretary effective April 2019. Clayton comes to IATA from Air New Zealand where she has held the role of General Counsel and Company Secretary since 2016. As Corporate Secretary, Clayton will ensure… Read the full press release
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — A new security search system and equipment at George Best Belfast City Airport has slashed average passenger processing time to only 6 minutes. The £1.5 million investment has seen the complete refurbishment of the security search area, with the introduction of new security lanes which can process… Read the full press release
The award-winning airline is proud to sponsor the prestigious international horse racing event, taking place in Paris from 6-7 October at ParisLongchamp Racecourse Qatar Airways operates direct service to two gateways in France, Paris and Nice DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to be the Official Airline Partner of… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, China, 2018-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Our customers have spoken, and we have listened. Not only are we adding more and more destinations to our already expansive global network*, we are also increasing the frequency of services on some of our most popular routes across three continents to give our passengers more… Read the full press release
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Domenico D’Ambrosio has been hired for the newly created position of Vice President of Marketing, Innovation and Chief Revenue Officer for the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. He starts October 3. D’Ambrosio comes to the Airport Authority from Verizon, where he most recently held the position of Market President, overseeing sales and operations in a market comprising 14 states. D’Ambrosio started… Read the full press release
Building upon years of resort experience, Oostenbrink rises from the position of Resort Manager to lead the luxury Seychelles resort Seychelles, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Following his two year tenure as the Resort Manager of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, Marcel Oostenbrink has been promoted to General Manager of the luxury resort on Mahé Island. As General… Read the full press release
Spirit celebrates 12 new routes and international service from Orlando International Airport with an announcement to bring hundreds of jobs to the area MIRAMAR, Fla., 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Orlando is seeing even more yellow with a massive expansion by Florida’s hometown airline! Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) celebrates its first day of international service out of Orlando… Read the full press release
Lucerne, Switzerland, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, the leading global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar, has unveiled the legendary Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne in Switzerland, in a grand opening ceremony signifying the resort’s official opening after nine years of construction work and an eventful opening year, the Bürgenstock Resort, with its… Read the full press release
Geneva, Switzerland, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — International Air Transport Association (IATA) joined air transport businesses and associations to reaffirm its commitment to a sustainable future as the aviation industry marked ten years since agreeing an ambitious joint strategy for reducing carbon emissions. “Ten years ago, the entire aviation sector committed to a joint… Read the full press release
The 294-room upscale select service hotel will feature a nautical design, 4,000 square feet of event space, rooftop fitness center, and indoor pool BOSTON, TEXAS, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt and McWHINNEY, a Colorado-based premier real estate investor and developer with expertise in mixed-use, hospitality, commercial and multi-family assets, have begun construction on a Hyatt Place hotel in the… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has revealed its annual travel predictions for the year ahead, selecting the top 19 must-see destinations for 2019. Highly-anticipated events and new routes shape the list, which includes everything from the popular party hotspot of Las Vegas, to the budding land of Osaka and the romantic… Read the full press release
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, is celebrating 35 years operating from George Best Belfast City Airport. To mark the occasion, representatives from Flybe including the Chief Executive, Christine Ourmières-Widener; the Chief Commercial Officer, Roy Kinnear and Flybe’s Country Manager for Ireland, Ken Harrower, hosted a celebratory reception… Read the full press release
Airline received the ‘Best Inflight Service’ award at TTG Travel Awards 2018, and came up tops in the Middle Eastern/African region at the 2018 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways continues its award-winning year by clinching the ‘Best Inflight Service’ Award at the 29th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2018…. Read the full press release
Agreement marks the airline’s first multi-year partnership with an NBA team or arena Qatar Airways operates two daily flights to and from New York’s JFK Airport DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is thrilled to announce that it is the Official Global Airline Partner of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets and the… Read the full press release
Award-winning airline joins Fashion Weekend International 2018 Destination Doha to present a show that will put Doha on the map as a global hub for fashion & couture DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to be the Official Airline Partner for Fashion Weekend International 2018 (FWI2018), in partnership with… Read the full press release
The $1.5 million solar array generates all the electrical power needed to operate the hotel Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Courtyard Lancaster recently celebrated the completion of a 135,200-square-foot solar installation representing the beginning of a new chapter for this hotel. Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the 133-room hotel is the first Marriott-branded property… Read the full press release
New Signature Scent LM002 Takes Flight in Collaboration with MALIN + GOETZ at Le Méridien Hotels Inspired by the Allure of the Côte d’Azur and the brand’s French Heritage, Limited Edition Candle to Retail Beginning October 2018 Bethesda, MD, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Paris-born Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts today (10/03/2018) introduced a… Read the full press release
W Records is a Natural Next Step for the Brand’s Innovative Moves in the Music Industry; Emerging Global Talent Will Lay Down Tracks in W Sound Suite Recording Studios and Perform at W WAKE UP CALL Music Festivals and Hotels Around the World Global Pop R&B Rising Star and PMR/Interscope Recording Artist, Amber Mark is… Read the full press release
Camden, The Eiffels and REYNA, will compete in Austin, Texas on November 1, 2018 for the coveted prize, which includes a recording session at Capitol Studios Music fans can vote for their favorite artist on alofthotels.com Bethesda, MD, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Aloft Hotels, in partnership with Universal Music Group & Brands (UMGB),… Read the full press release
Iconic palace property introduces newly reimagined rooms, suites and enhanced facilities Muscat, Oman, 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marking a new era in its legacy, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel reopens following a period of extensive enhancements that includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experiences, and new culinary options. An iconic… Read the full press release
After Success in London, Industry Leader Extends Homesharing Pilot to Paris, Rome and Lisbon, Giving Guests Access to 340+ Curated Homes BETHESDA, Md., 2018-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today (10/02/2018) announced the expansion of its homesharing pilot to include Paris, Rome and Lisbon in addition to London. Beginning today, travelers can… Read the full press release
ARLINGTON, Va., 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts unveils the addition of two new properties to its growing collection – the Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Resort/Convention Center in Anaheim, California and Wyndham Buffalo Downtown in Buffalo, New York. The two new management contracts follow Interstate’s news of momentum in Europe with four… Read the full press release
Toronto, Canada, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto announces three new additions to its decorated senior management team. The company flagship welcomes Giannicola Colucci as its new Executive Chef, overseeing the Hotel’s entire food and beverage program, including banquet operations. Known for his creative culinary storytelling and a passion for local produce, Colucci brings over… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the successful introduction of Christian Louboutin Beauté’s nail polish range into the hotel’s spa last year, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is delighted to extend the partnership with the launch of special stay and day packages. Superbly located in the centre of historic Nihonbashi, the hotel is recognised as the… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Singapore has unveiled its new bar concept – MO BAR, a chic new addition to Singapore’s dynamic bar scene. The result of a unique collaboration with award-winning bar developers, Proof & Company, MO BAR is located on the hotel’s fourth floor with floor-to-ceiling views of Marina Bay…. Read the full press release
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Half a million pounds of funding has been announced to launch a new campaign dedicated to attracting visitors to the South of Scotland. VisitScotland has been granted the additional funding from the Scottish Government to launch an ambitious two-year campaign to promote the south of Scotland as… Read the full press release
MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — In-line with the Government plans to implement international best practices in business, Oman has adopted the International Air Transport Association’s electronic airway bill (e-AWB) standard in replacement of the paper airway bill – the contract of carriage for international airfreight shipments. The introduction of the e-AWB standard in… Read the full press release
Celebrating the International Heart Day Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports hosted last week a healthy lifestyle and wellness event at Al Bateen Executive Airport and its headquarters (HQ), providing a range of services and raising awareness amongst staff and stakeholders alike. Participants included staff from the airport… Read the full press release
A new public art fund will also be established as part of the sale of Kerry James Marshall’s “Knowledge & Wonder” which currently hangs in the Legler branch Chicago, IL, 2018-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel today (October 1, 2018) joined Chicago Public Library (CPL) Commissioner Brian Bannon and Department of Cultural Affairs… Read the full press release