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South African Airways’ catering arm Air Chefs received ISO 22000 food safety certification

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JOHANNESBURG, 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways’ (SAA) catering arm, Air Chefs, has received ISO 22000 food safety certification, opening doors for further catering contracts. The ISO 22000 certification which Air Chefs received, makes it the only airline catering company in Southern Africa to have received this global food safety management system standard at… Read the full news article

Air Canada launches new nonstop service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)

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SJC Travelers’ 3rd Most Requested Nonstop Destination; Two Daily Flights to Begin May 9, 2016 San José, Calif., 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — San José Mayor Sam Liccardo today announced new nonstop service on Air Canada between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Mineta San José International Airport (SJC), delivering nonstop service to Canada and… Read the full news article

Tiffany & Co. opens its first ever free-standing boutique at sea onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas

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Tiffany Store Brings Luxury Retail Experience to Oasis of the Seas NEW YORK, 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Tiffany & Co. today announced its first ever free-standing boutique at sea onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas. The store is located in the ship’s lush Central Park neighborhood and will offer a full… Read the full news article

Hyatt Place opens its second hotel in Cleveland, Hyatt Place Cleveland/Westlake/Crocker Park

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110-room Hyatt Place hotel located in upscale Westlake, Ohio CHICAGO, 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Cleveland/Westlake/Crocker Park, the second Hyatt Place hotel to enter the Cleveland metropolitan area, officially opens today in Westlake, Ohio. The hotel brings the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere, and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour… Read the full news article

Indianapolis Airport Authority successfully sells 320 acres of property in an auction

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100% of airport property is sold during successful weekend auction INDIANAPOLIS, 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Our community speaks and we listen. The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) continues to honor its promise to give land back to the people we serve, one of the few airports in the country returning land to our community’s property tax… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel and YTL Hotels to develop two hotels in Asia Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui, Thailand and Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Niseko Village, Japan

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CHEVY CHASE, MD, 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. YTL Hotels have signed an agreement for the development of two new hotels in Asia Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui on the naturally beautiful island resort of Thailand and a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Niseko Village set at the base of Mount Niseko-Annupuri, the… Read the full news article

Qantas and nib to introduce more rewarding health insurance experience for Qantas Frequent Flyers

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Qantas Assure to offer health insurance powered by nib to up to 11 million Frequent Flyers Wearable technology used to reward Frequent Flyer members with Qantas Points for staying active Next in a series of digitally-focussed growth vehicles for Qantas Loyalty Mascot, NSW, Australia, 2015-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and nib will offer… Read the full news article

Sunwing Vacations announces the opening of new specialty restaurant in Memories Miramar Havana ‘NeXo’

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TORONTO, ON, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunwing Vacations is delighted to announce the opening of NeXo, a new specialty restaurant located in Memories Miramar Havana, which is offered exclusively by the tour operator. The addition of the new restaurant at the resort will allow guests to sample an exciting fusion menu where Cuban cuisine… Read the full news article

Sunwing launches vacation packages to Gansevoort Dominican Republic for the coming winter season

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TORONTO, ON, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunwing is now offering the luxurious Gansevoort Dominican Republic exclusively for this coming winter season.  Officially opened just last winter, the stunning, modern boutique hotel has already earned a number of accolades. Named one of the best places to travel in 2015 by Travel + Leisure it was… Read the full news article

Sunwing: Resort chain Memories Resorts & Spa again received recognition as Grand Memories Varadero named “2015 Cuban Resort of the Year” by Cuba Journal

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TORONTO, ON, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Memories Resorts & Spa, an award-winning resort chain, has once again received impressive recognition as Grand Memories Varadero is named “2015 Cuban Resort of the Year” by Cuba Journal. “It’s an acknowledgement of the continuous hard work by team and staff at Grand Memories Varadero,” said Jordi Pelfort,… Read the full news article

MCI collaborates with Expedia® Affiliate Network to expand accommodation options for people wanting to attend MCI-organised events

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Clients to benefit from additional rooms in key locations Barcelona, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Today at IBTM World, global meetings and events agency MCI announced an exciting collaboration with Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN), a division of Expedia Inc., one of the world’s leading online travel companies with an extensive portfolio that includes some of… Read the full news article

Textron Aviation Inc. introduces operational support and management solution for Cessna Citation business jets and Beechcraft King Air products

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LAS VEGAS, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today at the NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition introduced ProOwnership, an operational support and turn-key Part 91 aircraft management solution available for Cessna Citation business jets and Beechcraft King Air products. “The beauty of our ProOwnership program is that… Read the full news article

Beechcraft Corporation receives FAA certification for new Pro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 350i/ER turboprop

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LAS VEGAS, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Beechcraft Corporation, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced at the NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition it has received type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the new Pro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 350i/ER turboprop. Deliveries are scheduled… Read the full news article

Cessna Aircraft Company rolled out its 100th Cessna Citation M2 business jet less than two years after gaining FAA certification

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LAS VEGAS, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Cessna Aircraft Company, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced at NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition in Las Vegas that it recently rolled out its 100th Cessna Citation M2 business jet from its factory less than two years after gaining Federal… Read the full news article

Pittsburgh International Airport: Allegiant announces new nonstop flights to New Orleans and Palm Beach, Fla. from Pittsburgh

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PITTSBURGH, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant today announces further expansion of its flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) with new nonstop flights to New Orleans and Palm Beach, Fla. beginning Feb. 19, 2016, as well as expanded service to Myrtle Beach. To celebrate, Allegiant is offering local travelers one-way fares to both destinations for as… Read the full news article

VisitScotland celebrates Scotland with the release of book My Scotland by its Famous Sons and Daughters

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EDINBURGH, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A galaxy of Scottish stars have come together in a glossy new coffee-table book, celebrating their homeland in words and pictures. With imagery and research provided by VisitScotland, My Scotland by its Famous Sons and Daughters is released on Monday 23 November, just in time for Christmas. It… Read the full news article

VisitScotland: What to see, do and look forward to in Scotland in 2016

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EDINBURGH, 2015-11-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Welcome to VisitScotland’s annual update on everything to see, do and look forward to in Scotland in the next 12 months. The Year of Innovation, Architecture & Design 2016 – Scotland enthusiasts will have more reasons than ever to visit their favourite country during 2016 which is celebrating… Read the full news article

Steigenberger Hotel Group opens its first property in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

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Frankfurt, Germany, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading German hospitality company, Steigenberger Hotel Group has opened its first property in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – the five-star, waterfront Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay in Dubai. The flagship Steigenberger Dubai is right at the heart of the city close to the iconic Burj Khalifa – the world’s tallest… Read the full news article

InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts won 28 awards at recent World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2015 in Hong Kong

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Named ‘Asia’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel Brand’ for Second Year  HONG KONG, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts outdid its incredible performance at last year’s awards to scoop an amazing 28 wins at the recent World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2015 held at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong. The brand, which is part of the… Read the full news article

Jonathan Lund appointed VP Canada Franchise Performance Support InterContinental Hotels Group

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TORONTO, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the appointment of Jonathan Lund as Regional Vice President, Canada Franchise Performance Support. In this role, Jonathan oversees the operations of IHG’s 165 franchised hotels across Canada to deliver exceptional results for owners. Jolyon Bulley, Chief Operating Officer,… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group announced the signing of Hotel Indigo® London – Aldgate

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LONDON, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Hotel Indigo® London – Aldgate in the UK’s capital. The newly built hotel will operate under a franchise agreement with Meadow Partners and Roquebrook. The 207-room hotel opening in 2017 will be located in… Read the full news article

IHG: Hotel Indigo opens its third New York City hotel

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Hotel Indigo Lower East Side New York is Third New York City Hotel in Brand’s Growing Boutique Portfolio ATLANTA, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, and Brack Capital Real Estate (BCRE) announce the opening of the Hotel Indigo® brand’s third New York City hotel, the 293-room… Read the full news article

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide to open 282-room hotel The Kiroro in Hokkaido, the first Tribute Portfolio hotel in Asia Pacific

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Tapping into Trending Independent Segment, Starwood’s Newest Brand Continues Global Expansion with Japanese Ski Resort STAMFORD, Conn., 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced the debut of its tenth brand, Tribute Portfolio, in Asia Pacific with the opening of The Kiroro, aTribute Portfolio Hotel, Hokkaido. Located in one of… Read the full news article

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide signed with Shanghai Hongtai Industry Development Co. to debut its tech-driven Aloft brand in Shanghai

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Located near China’s “Tech 50” Intelligent Hardware Base, Aloft Shanghai Nanxiang is Slated to Open in 2018 STAMFORD, Conn., 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), today announced the signing of an agreement with Shanghai Hongtai Industry Development Co., Ltd. to debut its tech-driven Aloft brand in Shanghai— China’s… Read the full news article

The Tourism Industry Association New Zealand partners with the world’s largest insurance organisations AIG and JLT

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Wellington, New Zealand, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA), the peak industry organisation for New Zealand’s tourism sector, has formally sealed its new Premier Business partnership arrangement with two of the world’s largest insurance organisations, AIG and JLT. JLT is a global insurance, risk consultancy and employee benefits specialist…. Read the full news article

Tourism Industry Association New Zealand: new virtual driving website for visiting drivers in New Zealand launched

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Wellington, New Zealand, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — A new virtual driving website for visiting drivers is a welcome addition to the range of efforts the tourism industry and government are making to improve safety on New Zealand roads, the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) says. The AA Visiting Drivers Training Programme provides real-world… Read the full news article

Acqualina Resort & Spa Celebrates the 8th Annual Sunny Isles Beach Jazz Festival, November 20 – 22, 2015

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Acqualina Resort & Spa Celebrates the 8th Annual Sunny Isles Beach Jazz Festival The Five-Star, Five Diamond Oceanfront Miami Resort together with Il Mulino New York Host Opening Night, and Curates a Jazz-Inspired Weekend for Resort Guests SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL, 2015-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Acqualina Resort & Spa, the multi-award-winning luxury resort, is hosting… Read the full news article

Stagecoach supports new campaign to improve transport accessibility for young wheelchair users

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Disabled children’s charity Whizz-Kidz focuses on better independence and confidence Get On Board report finds challenges remain despite significant investment in accessibility Stagecoach joins new national Accessible Travel Alliance to help make a lasting difference PERTH, Scotland, 2015-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach, Britain’s biggest bus and coach operator, is backing a new campaign to… Read the full news article

megabus.com expands further in France with the opening of 2 new bases

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15 new domestic journeys operating from bases in Bordeaux and Nantes Eight new locations added to megabus.com France network – Bordeaux, Poitiers, Rennes, Nantes, Le Mans, Tours, Angers and Chatellerault €2.7m fleet of 10 new coaches running new services More than 50 new jobs created as a result of latest expansion Tickets from €1 now… Read the full news article

Bombardier becomes the first business aircraft manufacturer to make ultra-high-speed Wi-Fi services available in flight globally

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Bombardier WAVE will be available on new aircraft and via retrofit in 2016 The first and only system to offer the fastest worldwide coverage* powered by next-generation Honeywell Aerospace and Inmarsat technology The first to offer performance commitments for global coverage* and speed  LAS VEGAS, 2015-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Business Aircraft today… Read the full news article