New mainstream brand announces next wave of development, anticipates over a dozen groundbreaks this year across the U.S. Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (25 SEPTEMBER 2018) celebrates the first anniversary of avidTM hotels, the company’s newest mainstream brand. Since the brand’s… Read the full news article
With four approved hotel deals added to Marriott International’s development pipeline, free-spirited Moxy Hotels brand is expected to make its debut in the Caribbean and Latin America region in 2020 Moxy Hotels will host a pop-up experience at SAHIC South America in Colombia, the premier Latin American hospitality and tourism investment conference Marriott International’s select-service… Read the full news article
Glass, which will launch on National Gin & Tonic Day after nearly three years of development, is a collaboration between AC Hotels by Marriott, fashion photographer Nigel Barker and Bacardi to create the ultimate Gin Tonic experience Bethesda, MD, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — AC Hotels by Marriott, the modern, design-driven, lifestyle brand from… Read the full news article
JW Marriott Panama promises travelers elevated cultural experiences coupled with unforgettable culinary journeys Panama City, Panama, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (09/26/2018) announced the opening of JW Marriott Panama in Panama City, marking the beginning of a new chapter of luxury hospitality and sophistication in one of Latin America’s most dynamic… Read the full news article
Longest nonstop route in airline’s network dedicated by international, state and local officials Washington, D.C., 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Government and travel industry leaders from Hong Kong and across the Washington, D.C., region gathered at Washington Dulles International Airport Tuesday to celebrate the launch of Cathay Pacific Airways’ nonstop service between Dulles and… Read the full news article
Domestic & International Departing Passengers Asked to Arrive Early due to Ongoing Construction Nova Scotia, Canada, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its Master Plan and to accommodate passenger growth, Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) continues to renovate the airport to enhance security and improve the passenger experience at Halifax Stanfield. With construction continuing… Read the full news article
Kimpton Bangkok to bring meaningful, unscripted and ridiculously personal experiences to the heart of the Thai capital Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Siam Sindhorn to debut the leading boutique hotel brand, Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants, in Bangkok —… Read the full news article
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants adds another European hotel to its growing portfolio with the signing of its first hotel in Spain – Kimpton Barcelona. Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group®) will soon be launching its unique heartfelt luxury approach in Spain, with the opening of Kimpton Barcelona in the… Read the full news article
MIAMI, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — World Travel Awards named Norwegian Cruise Line “North America’s Leading Cruise Line” and “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Line,” for the third and sixth consecutive year respectively, at a regional gala ceremony in Montego Bay, Jamaica this past Saturday. Norwegian Cruise Line is currently the most awarded cruise line of… Read the full news article
Real-time availability, schedule, and pricing information Easier for Frequent Flyers to earn miles across 20 member airlines Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance has launched a new metasearch tool on its website making it easier for customers to plan and book trips on all 20 member airlines. SkyTeam… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong’s largest annual music and arts festival, Clockenflap returns for its 11th edition this year with Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong as the official hotel partner. Music-loving guests are invited to book the Weekend Getaway accommodation package and stay close to the festival that will bring an eclectic array of talented musicians, breakthrough… Read the full news article
Stockholm, Sweden, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Scanian of the Year 2018, named by the readers of the Swedish daily Kvällsposten, is the favourite of the whole of Sweden – “Granen”, Andreas Granqvist, who plays football with Helsingborgs IF and has been captain of the Swedish national men’s team since 2016. Today he was on hand at… Read the full news article
Tree nominations will be accepted through October 19 The 105th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is November 16 in Millennium Park Chicago, IL, , 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago is looking for a tree to grace Millennium Park this holiday season and serve as the City’s “official” Christmas tree. Through October 19,… Read the full news article
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) honoured the accomplishments of three PATA Chapters and one Student Chapter in Langkawi, Malaysia on Saturday, September 15 during the PATA Board Dinner and Chapter Awards Presentation, hosted by Tourism Malaysia. PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy said, “The PATA Chapter and Student Chapters, through… Read the full news article
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — With the frequency and severity of natural disasters occurring around the world, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is ready to assist affected destinations around the world as they look to quickly rebuild and recover. The PATA Recovery Advisory Group assists member destinations in identifying key challenges facing the sector and providing… Read the full news article
Quebec, Q.C., 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Quebec, owned by InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust and managed by Hilton Management Services, today (September 24, 2018) appointed Jean-Francois Lincourt as General Manager. Most recently, Lincourt served as Hotel Manager of the Fairmont Copley Plaza. In his new role, Lincourt will be responsible for overseeing the… Read the full news article
Leaders from ConPRmetidos, PERIOD, Weird Enough Productions and VideoOut will each receive $50,000 as well as access to Marriott’s intellectual capital and resources Bethesda, MD, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announces the creation of Beyond Barriers, the next phase of Marriott’s groundbreaking #LoveTravels program. #LoveTravels Beyond Barriers celebrates and supports those who… Read the full news article
Moscow, Russia, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has taken delivery of its 50th Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ 100), marking the successful completion of two firm orders for 30 and 20 of the aircraft. The 50th aircraft has the registration number RA-89115, and is named for the Russian painter Vasily Polenov. The official presentation… Read the full news article
The hotel in Gran Canaria is presenting a new style and new services, as well as a new category of rooms with private pools. The hotel’s décor has been carefully considered and it combines spectacular features, such as the monumental light in the lobby, with other simpler ones, to create a renovated and very elegant… Read the full news article
TUI Care Foundation and Plan International have again joined forces to create a safety network for disadvantaged communities The project provides vocational training to 350 youths and supports families in organising collaborative financing schemes Berlin, Germany, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Care Foundation and Plan International have joined forces to launch a new… Read the full news article
Macao, China, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Macao Tourism Data plus (“MTD plus”), an online platform of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) to indicate local tourism statistics, debuts a new spectrum of statistics, namely the Golden Week Statistics and the provisional statistical data during the Golden Weeks, to familiarize the public with the… Read the full news article
Lancashire nature reserve is first peatland restoration chosen by Heathrow as carbon offsetting project Heathrow plans for the airport to be carbon neutral by 2020, and eventually for its infrastructure to be zero carbon by 2050 Heathrow research into peatland restoration could help UK aviation industry fulfil its international carbon commitments Terminal 2 becomes one… Read the full news article
IHG leads Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines category in prestigious global rankings Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has been listed on the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for the second consecutive year. IHG achieved first place in RobecoSAM’s Hotels, Resorts & Cruise… Read the full news article
Two new ice TV channels will be dedicated to promoting things to do in Dubai and the UAE Dubai, UAE, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates continues to push boundaries with their award-winning ice entertainment system, with the launch of two new ice TV channels dedicated to promoting the wide range of activities in Dubai and the UAE…. Read the full news article
Dubai, UAE, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates today (23 September 2018) operated a special one-off A380 service to Riyadh in celebration of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s 88th National Day. Upon landing at 1550hrs at King Khalid International Airport, the aircraft was met with a ceremonial water cannon salute. The A380 one-off service,… Read the full news article
Baltimore, U.S.A., 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore welcomes Beverly Magee as the new General Manager to the downtown luxury hotel, who joins the team from Austin. A true leader in the industry whose reputation has made lasting impressions with her team, Magee brings nearly three decades of experience to the property. What began as… Read the full news article
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Building on Choice Hotels International, Inc.’s (NYSE: CHH) dedication to the growth of its upscale Cambria Hotels brand, the company entered into a letter of intent (LOI) with an affiliate of Oz Real Estate, the real estate platform of Oz Management (NYSE: OZM), that sets forth a framework for a… Read the full news article
HONG KONG, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today (24 September 2018) announced that it has acquired the rights and equity interest held by IEC Investments Limited, and the ownership of AsiaWorld-Expo Management Limited (the Acquisitions), at a total price of HK$900 million. In 2003, in order to develop the… Read the full news article
Montego Bay, Jamaica, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The finest travel brands in the Caribbean and North America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Jamaica. The who’s who of the travel industry gathered for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2018 at Sandals Montego Bay to find out who… Read the full news article
SINGAPORE, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Luxury serviced apartment Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore has been honored as the Best Serviced Residence in Asia-Pacific at the 2018 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards and Best Serviced Residence (Property Level) at the 29th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2018 respectively. The dual accolades from the two prestigious regional travel… Read the full news article