Author Archives: Travel PR News Editor

Swissport International the only global aviation ground services company to contribute to TIACA’s BlueSky Program

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Zurich, Switzerland, 2022-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International is a launching partner and the only global aviation ground services company to contribute to the BlueSky Program, the recently launched sustainability verification initiative by TIACA, The International Air Cargo Association. Just a week after announcing far-reaching ESG-targets, Swissport affirms its ambition as the sector… Read the full press release

British Airways announces launch of online wine retailer The Wine Flyer

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London, UK, 2022-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways customers will soon be able to collect Avios towards their travels when ordering exclusively from a new online wine retailer. The airline has announced details of The Wine Flyer, which will launch on 4 October 2022 in partnership with IAG Loyalty. This dedicated online retailer… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes Travel Solutions’ new summer programme to Majorca

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Northern Ireland’s leading tour operator, Travel Solutions has announced the launch of a new summer programme to Majorca, flying direct from Belfast City Airport. Making the announcement, Travel Solutions Managing Director, Peter McMinn, said: “We are excited to launch our new range of holidays to Majorca… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways honored with Airline of the Year, World’s Best Business Class, World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining, and Best Airline in the Middle East awards at the 2022 Skytrax awards

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Airline also named World’s Best Business Class, World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining and Best Airline in the Middle East Fitting tribute as the Airline celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022 DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As the airline proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022, Qatar Airways has been named “Airline of the… Read the full press release

Allegiant rebrands its Sunseeker inflight magazine into nonstoplife

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Allegiant nonstoplife takes flight with rebranding of Sunseeker magazine LAS VEGAS, NV, 2022-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today (Sept. 21, 2022) announced a rebrand of its signature inflight magazine – an expert guide to the best places to eat, drink and have fun throughout its all-nonstop network –  as part of the… Read the full press release

Massport relaunches Back Bay Logan Express from October 3rd

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Another great option to and from Logan that reduces congestion BOSTON, MA, 2022-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is pleased to announce the relaunch of the Back Bay Logan Express (LEX) beginning on Monday, October 3rd. The service was halted during the pandemic due to a lack of ridership, and… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels and ServiceStar Capital Management to develop 21 new Everhome Suites hotels Across the U.S.

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ServiceStar Capital Management to develop more than 20 Everhome Suites in Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Nevada and throughout Florida ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Building on its extended stay growth strategy, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), signed an agreement on July 29, 2022, with Colorado-based real estate investment firm ServiceStar Capital Management—one of the largest extended stay developers in the nation—to develop 21… Read the full press release

LUX* Tea Horse Road Shangri-La opens its doors to guests

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China, 2022-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Curated by the global hospitality group The Lux Collective, LUX* Tea Horse Road China presents one of the world’s greatest travel experiences at beautiful off-grid destinations, imbuing immersive experiences rooted in the cultures of indigenous communities in Yunnan. Conveniently located near famous landmarks, the new hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from… Read the full press release

Wizz Air to strengthen position as one of the world’s most sustainable airlines with plans to acquire 75 Airbus A321neo aircraft

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Budapest, Hungary, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable low-cost airlines, has announced that it has given notice to Airbus to exercise its purchase rights in relation to 75 Airbus A321neo aircraft. The 75 additional A321neo aircraft, most of which are expected to be delivered in 2028-29*, underpins… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport and Ireland West Airport jointly shortlisted for the Age Friendly Transport Award

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Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport and Ireland West Airport have been shortlisted for a National Age Friendly Award. Both airports became the first airports in the world to be recognised as Age Friendly, endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), in June of this year. The airports have now jointly been shortlisted for the Age Friendly Transport Award which recognises the vital difference that availability to good… Read the full press release

flydubai inaugurates service to Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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The Dubai-based airline becomes the first UAE national carrier to provide direct flights to Samarkand flydubai grows its network in Uzbekistan to three points including Namangan from 24 September and the capital, Tashkent Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, celebrated its inaugural service to Samarkand, becoming the first… Read the full press release

dnata named ‘Ground Handler of the Year’ at the 2022 Air Cargo News Awards for the 8th consecutive time

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London, UK, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — For the 8th consecutive time, dnata has been named ‘Ground Handler of the Year’ at the 2022 Air Cargo News Awards. The awards, which have long been recognised as the preeminent accolades in the air cargo industry, were presented at a gala event in London. Alex Doisneau, Managing Director of… Read the full press release

Historic Environment Scotland and Forth Valley College welcome new cohort of apprentice stonemasons to the Stirling and Elgin training centres

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Historic Environment Scotland (HES) increases delivery of vital traditional skills training to support green recovery EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — HES and Forth Valley College are welcoming the new cohort of apprentice stonemasons to the Stirling and Elgin training centres, equal to their highest ever intake, as courses begin for the new… Read the full press release

Ryanair adds new route between Bydgoszcz to Bristol to its Winter’22 schedule

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29 ROUTES IN TOTAL FOR WINTER 2022 DUBLIN, Ireland, 2022-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (20th Sept) announced a new route for its Bristol Winter’22 schedule to Bydgoszcz, Poland, starting from the 30th of October. This route which will operate twice per week, brings Ryanair’s total number of routes to/from Bristol for Winter’22 to… Read the full press release

Dean & Nancy on 22 at A by Adina Sydney launches new cocktail menu inspired by iconic international landmarks

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Dean & Nancy on 22 at A by Adina Sydney will take guests on a tour around the world via their new cocktail menu which launches Wednesday, September 28. The menu, presented like a concertina map, unfolds to reveal 12 cocktails inspired by interesting corners of the… Read the full press release

Travelodge Hobart transformation completed following multi-million-dollar refurbishment program

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelodge Hobart has just completed a multi-million-dollar refurbishment program that has seen all 131 guest rooms refreshed, public spaces – including a dramatic new-look reception – transformed, the installation of a gym and purpose-built yoga and Pilates studio, and new Dreamcatcher beds throughout. Group Chief Operating Officer,… Read the full press release

Travelodge Resort Darwin unveils two-storey high mural by artist Lisa King as part of Darwin Street Art Festival

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Hot on the heels of its Wet Season makeover in 2020, Travelodge Resort Darwin has undergone another dramatic transformation with the addition of a two-storey high mural by artist Lisa King as part of this year’s Darwin Street Art Festival. Director of Operations ANZ, Tish Nyar, said… Read the full press release

Air Canada recognized at the Canadian HR Awards for its Best Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy

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MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada was recently recognized at the annual Canadian HR Awards with the Payworks Award for Best Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy. This honour recognizes an organization for successfully establishing corporate social responsibility in its culture through its people and the role HR had in the strategy and… Read the full press release

Lobby Lounge at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel announces return of its Canton Afternoon Tea Set

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Hong Kong SAR, China, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from September, Lobby Lounge at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel proudly welcomes back its Canton Afternoon Tea Set. Ideal for guests seeking the best spot for a cosy daytime rendezvous or a relaxing post-shopping break, the high tea experience offers 11 sweet and savoury treats plus… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport welcomes Emerald Airlines’ new daily flights to Dublin

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Aberdeen, UK, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Emerald Airlines, exclusive operator of Aer Lingus Regional, has announced increased capacity with new daily flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Dublin. The route will take off from October 30 and is part of the airline’s increased capacity for this upcoming winter. The new route forms part… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises® announces its line-up of experts for the inaugural voyage of new ship Silver Endeavour℠

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Silversea executive Conrad Combrink is set to host Silver Endeavour’s maiden voyage, which will depart for Antarctica on November 21, 2022 Monaco, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line, has named its line-up of experts for the inaugural voyage of new ship Silver Endeavour℠, the world’s most luxurious expedition ship…. Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® announces re-opening of Rosewood Bangkok and Rosewood Luang Prabang and exciting programming updates for Rosewood Phuket and Rosewood Phnom Penh

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Rosewood Bangkok and Rosewood Luang Prabang re-open while Rosewood Phuket and Rosewood Phnom Penh debut refreshed programming. Hongkong, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, the ultra-luxury hospitality company that manages 30 properties worldwide, is pleased to announce the re-opening of Rosewood Bangkok in Thailand and Rosewood Luang Prabang in Laos as… Read the full press release

St. John’s International Airport Authority welcomes former President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada Louise Bradley to its Board of Directors

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ST. JOHN’S, NL, 2022-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The St. John’s International Airport Authority is pleased to welcome health care and mental health executive Louise Bradley to its Board of Directors effective immediately. As the former President and Chief Executive Officer of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Ms. Bradley brings a proven track… Read the full press release

More than 650 roles available at Manchester Airport jobs fair on Thursday 22nd September at the Forum Centre in Wythenshawe

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Jobs fair to take place on Thursday 22nd September in Wythenshawe Hundreds of roles on offer at the Northern hub with MAG and its third parties on site Positions include security, customer services, car parks and hospitality Recruitment drive comes as the airport continues to plan ahead for increasing passenger numbers ahead of busy winter season… Read the full press release

Accor announces the heritage-listed Porter House Hotel in Sydney, its 400th hotel in Australia and the Pacific

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Milestone for Accor is part of dynamic Pacific expansion, with 11 new hotels and 1569 rooms set to open in next two years in Australia and New Zealand Paris, France, 2022-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Just three decades after entering the Australia/Pacific hotel market, Accor has added its 400th hotel, with the launch of the heritage-listed Porter… Read the full press release

SFO becomes the first in the world to earn airport-wide LEED Platinum Certification

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Entire airport campus certified using LEED for Cities and Communities framework SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced it has become the first in the world to earn airport-wide certification at the Platinum level under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4.1 for Communities… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes Ryanair’s new route to Bydgoszcz, Poland

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  DUBLIN, Ireland, 2022-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (20th Sep 2022) announced a new route for its Bristol Winter’22 schedule to Bydgoszcz, Poland, starting from the 30th of October. This route which will operate twice per week, brings Ryanair’s total number of routes to/from Bristol for Winter’22 to 29, connecting… Read the full press release

SAS creates stronger emotional bond with its travelers with the launch of its new communication concept

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — “Journeys That Matter” is the name of SAS’ new communication concept, which is launched through a new advertising campaign today (September 19, 2022). The campaign highlights the importance of traveling and represents SAS’ first brand campaign since 2020. The new communication concept is based on a new… Read the full press release

Swissport extends ground and air cargo handling services to Hong Kong Airlines in Japan

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Zurich, Switzerland, 2022-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport and Hong Kong Airlines are extending their long-standing partnership in Japan until 2025. The cooperation covers services at Kansai Airport near Osaka and at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport. Swissport Japan has been providing airport ground services and air cargo handling to Hong Kong Airlines since July… Read the full press release

Travel Oregon launches Extraordinary is Ordinary advertising campaign

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Campaign to help boost economic impact during shoulder season travel by providing inspiration for visiting Oregon’s seven regions Portland, Ore., 2022-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, has initiated its second push of its advertising campaign, Extraordinary is Ordinary. Promoting the state’s stunning natural beauty, the campaign is set to drive… Read the full press release