San Antonio welcomes visitors of all abilities with an array of ultra-accessible vacation options San Antonio, TX, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — San Antonio’s array of attractions and historic sites, partnered with its dedication to accessibility, is making the destination one of the leading options for vacationers of all abilities. While attractions like… Read the full press release
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Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio announces revamped marathon and half marathon course for the 2017 event
Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio announces revamped marathon and half marathon course for the 2017 event SAN ANTONIO, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon today (August 02, 2017) announced a revamped marathon and half marathon course for the 2017 event. The course changes were made… Read the full press release
Travelport to provide DER Touristik Suisse continued access to its content and technology
Langley, U.K., 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading Travel Commerce Platform, today (3 August 2017) announced the signing of a new, multi-year extended agreement with leading service provider to the global travel industry, DER Touristik Suisse, providing the Swiss tour operator with continued access to Travelport’s content and technology. Through this agreement,… Read the full press release
Hotel Santiago (Formerly the Grand Hyatt Santiago) opens under Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group management
HONG KONG, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotel Santiago opens today (1 August 2017) under Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group management, following the Group’s announcement in May. Formerly the Grand Hyatt Santiago, the property will undergo an extensive guestroom and public area renovation, the first stage of which is scheduled for completion in the third quarter of… Read the full press release
Marriott International set to start construction of JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort
Marriott International set to start construction of JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today (08/03/2017) that construction will begin in the fourth quarter on the 16-story, $282 million JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort, which will provide Orlando visitors a new… Read the full press release
Four Points embarks on a journey to discover the world’s Best Brews
Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — POINT 1: Four Points, a booming Marriott International hotel brand known for its love of beer, is embarking upon a global trip discovering the world’s best brews. The journey kicked off at the new Four Points Manhattan Midtown West last night, the eve of International Beer Day, and… Read the full press release
JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts and The Joffrey Ballet partner to Bring On-Demand workout videos to Hotel Rooms Around the World
JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts and The Joffrey Ballet partner to Bring On-Demand workout videos to Hotel Rooms Around the World Luxury Hotel Brand and America’s Premier Ballet Company Team Up to Bring On-Demand Barre Classes to Hotel Rooms Around the World Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts,… Read the full press release
Emil Marcus joins Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence Planning Committee as Director of Rooms
Emil Marcus joins Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence Planning Committee as Director of Rooms Cairo at The First Residence, Egypt, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence, a leading luxury Hotel in Cairo, announce the latest addition to the Hotel’s Planning Committee, Director of Rooms Emil… Read the full press release
airberlin’s new flights to Toronto now on sale
BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The new airberlin flights to Toronto now are available for immediate booking. From 1 May 2018 airberlin will fly four times per week to Toronto in Canada. Tickets for the return flights are available exclusively until 9 August 2017 from €449 including taxes and fees. The offer applies… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley welcomes Michelin-Starred Chef Drew Deckman for a special engagement this August
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley welcomes Michelin-Starred Chef Drew Deckman for a special engagement this August The award-winning chef delights diners with his signature open-flame cooking style and fresh, Baja-inspired cuisine Palo Alto, Silicon Valley, U.S.A., 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto welcomes Chef Drew Deckman, Executive… Read the full press release
AFAR Travelers’ Choice Hotels survey: Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora voted the #1 Top Epic Stay Hotel in the World
AFAR Travelers’ Choice Hotels survey: Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora voted the #1 Top Epic Stay Hotel in the World South Pacific resort recognised in 2017 Travelers’ Choice Hotel Awards Bora Bora, French Polynesia, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has just been named the #1 Top Epic Stay Hotel in… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita appoints Paulina Mercader as Spa Director and introduces new wellness programming
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita appoints Paulina Mercader as Spa Director and introduces new wellness programming Award-winning Mexico resort appoints Paulina Mercader as Spa Director and introduces new wellness programming including myDNA Retreat and superfood-infused spa menu Punta Mita, México, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, a five-star luxury resort… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways unveils more flights to top destinations in Asia
Qatar Airways unveils more flights to top destinations in Asia Airline’s ambitious expansion plans continue with increased services to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Krabi Hanoi will now be served by a direct daily flight from Doha DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ rapid expansion plans are continuing apace… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways announces new codeshare agreement with LATAM Airlines Brazil
Qatar Airways announces new codeshare agreement with LATAM Airlines Brazil Agreement will provide Qatar Airways passengers even greater connectivity to exciting destinations across Brazil Award-winning airline will launch service to Rio de Janeiro next year DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare agreement with… Read the full press release
UNWTO included in the List of ODA- eligible International Organizations
The OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC), representing thirty of the main donor countries, has included the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in the List of ODA- eligible International Organizations. MADRID, Spain, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO’s inclusion in this list implies that countries´ financial contributions to the Organization such as membership fees can now… Read the full press release
British Airways offers more than 65,000 seats at ultra-low fares to and from 26 Gatwick destinations
British Airways offers more than 65,000 seats at ultra-low fares to and from 26 Gatwick destinations London, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — As the summer holidays begin, British Airways is turning up the heat at Gatwick with thousands of seats available for under £40. The airline is offering more than 65,000 seats*, the… Read the full press release
flydubai becomes the first in Middle East to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane — 737 MAX 8
flydubai becomes the first in Middle East to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane — 737 MAX 8 Dubai, UAE, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] and flydubai celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first 737 MAX 8, making the Middle East carrier the first in the region to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane…. Read the full press release
Emaar Hospitality Group announces partnership with Global Hospitality Services
Dubai, UAE, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Emaar Hospitality Group, wholly-owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties, the Dubai-based global property developer and key innovative leader in the property industry, has partnered with Global Hospitality Services (GHS) to access its global network to expand its brand reach and customer base in key segments of the market. Global… Read the full press release
A new permanent exhibition at Deal Castle in Kent opens August 2
A new permanent exhibition at Deal Castle in Kent opens August 2 The exhibition will also tell the stories of those who lived and worked at the castle up until the 20th century London, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — A new permanent exhibition at Deal Castle in Kent will offer new insights into the history of… Read the full press release
Visit Omaha earns DMAP accreditation
OMAHA, NE., 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Omaha makes the grade and joins a prestigious group honored in Canada at the Destinations International Conference. Visit Omaha was honored for earning its official accreditation by the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP). The process is a comprehensive review of a Destination Marketing Organization’s (DMO) business… Read the full press release
Aeroflot marks 50 years of service to Zurich
Moscow, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (31 July 2017) marks 50 years of Aeroflot flights to Zurich. The first regular flight between Moscow and Zurich was made on 31 July 1967 on a Tu-104 aircraft captained by Petr Gonchar, assisted by first officer Oleg Khalmuradov. Today, Aeroflot operates 14 flights between Moscow and Zurich… Read the full press release
Norwegian Cruise Line highlights top five extras that a Haven guest can enjoy every day
Norwegian Cruise Line highlights top five extras that a Haven guest can enjoy every day The top five extras for guests to enjoy while cruising in Norwegian’s luxurious suites complex on top of Premium All Inclusive experience Wiesbaden, Germany, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Haven by Norwegian®, or the ‘ship within a… Read the full press release
New kids play area opens at Gerald R. Ford International Airport
New kids play area opens at Gerald R. Ford International Airport Grand Rapids, Mich., 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Kids traveling through the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) have a fun new space to play, complete with a replica helicopter and air traffic control tower, thanks to a partnership with Spectrum Health Helen… Read the full press release
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority launches new Noise Monitoring Terminal in Oakville
Toronto, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Greater Toronto Airports Authority has officially launched a new Noise Monitoring Terminal (NMT) in Oakville, providing residents with additional means to monitor noise generated from airport operations. The NMT, located in Glenashton Park, is the first of eight planned for installation in the Greater Toronto Area. “It’s… Read the full press release
Moxy Hotels recognized by LE Miami’s Rebels Awards for creating 2017’s Most Original Campaign
Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Hotels, Marriott International’s bold new experiential brand, has been recognized by LE Miami’s Rebels Awards for creating 2017’s Most Original Campaign. The prestigious award recognizes hotel companies with extraordinary marketing that offers a fresh approach to connecting with travelers and takes a brand to the next level,… Read the full press release
Marriott International and Mori Trust Group open five distinct Marriott Hotels across Japan
Marriott International and Mori Trust Group open five distinct Marriott Hotels across Japan Tokyo, Japan, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) and Japan’s leading lodging company Mori Trust Group today proudly announced the grand opening of five distinct Marriott Hotels across Japan, broadening the spectrum on the country’s scenic… Read the full press release
AHLA welcomes introduction of the “Save Local Business Act”
Legislation provides clarity for local businesses on what it means to be a “joint employer” Washington, D.C., 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today ( July 27, 2017) applauded the introduction of the “Save Local Business Act,” which will provide much needed clarity to America’s small businesses and entrepreneurs… Read the full press release
The Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok presents culinary connoisseur highlights throughout the month of August
The Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok presents culinary connoisseur highlights throughout the month of August BANGKOK, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok presents magnificent and exciting culinary connoisseur highlights throughout the month of August. From August 2017, Brasserie Europa at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok announces a sparkling enhancement to its… Read the full press release
Oakland International Airport opens the first phase of its expanded International Arrivals Building in Terminal 1
Oakland International Airport opens the first phase of its expanded International Arrivals Building in Terminal 1 Expansion of International Arrivals Building Accommodates Soaring Foreign Travel at OAK Oakland, CA:, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — As passenger traffic continues to climb, Oakland International Airport (OAK) today (July 28th, 2017) opens the first phase of… Read the full press release
Textron Aviation: ATP Flight School ordered 15 Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft
Textron Aviation: ATP Flight School ordered 15 Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft OSHKOSH, Wis., 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today (JULY 28, 2017) announced at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture that ATP Flight School has ordered 15 Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft. With the addition of these aircraft,… Read the full press release