Madrid, Spain, 2018-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO’s Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, named Aliko Dangote an Ambassador for Responsible Tourism in the framework of the 61st Regional Commission meeting for Africa, celebrated in Abuja, Nigeria. Considered one of the most successful businessmen in Africa, Aliko Dangote founded the Dangote Group 30 years ago and turned his enterprise… Read the full news article
WARSAW, Poland, 2018-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Amidst the heady fragrance of purple and white lilac and bouquets of blossoming pink peonies sold on every street corner of this sprawling capital during early summer, comes the highly anticipated opening of Raffles Europejski Warsaw on June 1st. Bringing over 160 years of history and heritage to… Read the full news article
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2018-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Throughout the month of June, Arkansas will celebrate African-American Music Appreciation Month as part of a national observance that was first inducted on June 7, 1979 by President Jimmy Carter. Arkansas Tourism will help Arkansans celebrate African- American Music Appreciation Month by providing information about African-American artists… Read the full news article
NASHVILLE, TN, 2018-Jun-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Nashville International Airport continues to delight travelers by bringing the city’s charm into the airport. A distinct member of Nashville’s 8th Avenue / Melrose neighborhood is now represented in the airport with the opening of 8th & Roast Coffee Co. by global restaurateur HMSHost. Located in the… Read the full news article
The celebrated Bluesdays turns 10 and Hot August Nights “Show n’ Shine” debuts June 9 Newly renovated High Camp expands summer dining options with Marketplace and Granite Bistro Olympic Valley, Calif., 2018-Jun-07 — /Travel PR News/ — While skiers and snowboarders enjoyed their last days on the slopes over Memorial Day weekend, Squaw Valley prepares… Read the full news article
Recognizing the Strategic National Importance of Airports SYDNEY, Australia, 2018-Jun-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Deloitte have published guidance materials for governments considering public-private partnerships (PPP) and other forms of privatization programs for airport infrastructure. “Airports provide critical infrastructure. It is important that governments considering privatization or PPP take… Read the full news article
The Samsung Experience Zone has arrived at HIA, featuring Samsung’s latest state-of-the-art mobile phones and accessories HIA is the first airport in the region to host a Samsung Experience Zone DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Jun-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF), in conjunction with Samsung Gulf Electronics, has opened a one-of-a-kind Experience Zone for… Read the full news article
Swissport International AG, the global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, signs letters of intent with two start-up companies “Winding Tree” and “Olam” to explore potential of blockchain technology. Opfikon, Switzerland, 2018-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport and Winding Tree, a blockchain-based travel distribution platform, aim to jointly explore the potential of… Read the full news article
Football fever is in the air with the launch of Qatar Airways’ new campaign that will have fans and passengers dancing all the way to the 2018 FIFA World Cup RussiaTm Qatar Airways teams up with Nicole Scherzinger to deliver an anthem that is set to capture the hearts of fans around the world as… Read the full news article
Specially crafted menus, cutlery and chinaware now available on European routes DOHA, Qatar, 2018-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has launched an exciting new on-board dining experience for its Premium customers, starting with its European routes. The new concepts include newly-designed tableware, in-flight dining menus, cutlery and chinaware that are specially crafted to… Read the full news article
The beautiful island of Mykonos is the third Greek destination in Qatar Airways’ rapidly expanding global network Seasonal direct service to the Greek island will be operated four times weekly by an Airbus A320 until 30 September 2018 DOHA, Qatar, 2018-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways celebrated the start of its new direct… Read the full news article
SEATTLE, 2018-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — For the 11th year in a row, Alaska Airlines is proud to be recognized as the highest ranked airline in customer satisfaction among traditional carriers in the J.D. Power 2018 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. “To earn this award for 11 years is a fantastic tribute to our people, especially… Read the full news article
SEATTLE, 2018-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — With the busy summer travel season around the corner, finding an affordable hotel just got easier for members of the award-winning Alaska Mileage Plan program. Starting today, members can use Alaska miles to book accommodations at more than 400,000 hotel properties worldwide, thanks to an expanded partnership with hotel booking… Read the full news article
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Scotland’s top dog has enjoyed a weekend of walkies during a pawsome break in Fife. VisitScotland’s Ambassadog, George the Golden Retriever, and his owners, sisters Victoria and Emma Rae from Glasgow, were invited to sample the delights of the Kingdom by Fife Council. With miles of stunning beaches… Read the full news article
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — VISITSCOTLAND is encouraging visitors, especially young people, to travel to the Scottish Borders by train this summer to experience the region’s unique Common Ridings and festivals. The events celebrate the remarkable history and unique identity of the region, upholding ancient traditions with hundreds of horses and their riders gathering… Read the full news article
The British-Irish Airports EXPO is the biggest-ever UK airports trade show attracting 160 exhibitors, and up to 3,000 visitors Heathrow’s spokespeople will be joined by key political figures such as Baroness Sugg, David Blunkett and other aviation industry experts as they speak at five specialist conferences over two days LONDON, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full news article
Strengthening the brand footprint, the hotel is the second Crowne Plaza to open in Riyadh this year Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies has today announced the opening of Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace in partnership with DUR Hospitality. The 304-room hotel… Read the full news article
DUBAI, UAE, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, is further investing in its culinary catering capability with the appointment of globally-experienced chef Stephen Templeton to the newly created post of Global Head of Culinary for its international catering division. In his role, Templeton will be responsible… Read the full news article
Dubai, UAE, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Engineering has successfully accomplished the first complete replacement of landing gear on A6-EDF, the first Emirates Airbus A380 aircraft to have its entire landing gear system replaced at one time. Comprising five sets of landing gear – two under the wings, two under the body, and one… Read the full news article
Daily A380 service effective 29th October – first and only airline with scheduled A380 operations at Hamburg Airport – all German Emirates gateways served by the iconic Airbus flagship DUBAI, U.A.E., 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, announced today that it will introduce the first scheduled commercial Airbus A380… Read the full news article
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, recently announced the winners of its Premier Awards at the company’s annual convention in Las Vegas. The elite designations, Premier Hotelier, Premier Legacy, and Premier Developer, distinguished three of the company’s top franchisees from 2017:… Read the full news article
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh announces the promotion of Italian Chef Nicola Rossi, previously Chef de Cuisine, to Executive Sous Chef. Chef Rossi, who graduated from the Istituto Tecnico Luigi Nervi, has more than 15 years of professional culinary experience. Prior to joining Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, he worked at a… Read the full news article
Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Executive Chef Christopher “Tex” Texeira brings more than 15 years of culinary experience to NOBU LANAI located at the AAA Five Diamond Four Seasons Resort Lanai, jumping right into the culinary world after high school and attending the KCC Culinary Arts Program on Oahu. Texeira is well versed in Nobu philosophy… Read the full news article
COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Not only frequent flyers appreciate it: Lufthansa treats its guests in the premium classes to new, creative cosmetic bags. The new First Class Amenity Kit, which will be on board from the end of May, recently won first place at the Onboard Hospitality Award 2018. 1,000 readers of… Read the full news article
BANGKOK, Thailand, 2018-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The PATA Annual Summit 2018 (PAS 2018), under the theme ‘Building Bridges, Connecting People: How Collaboration Creates Opportunities’, opened in Gangnueng, Gangwon Province, Republic of Korea on May 17 with 372 delegates from 182 organisations representing 41 destinations attending the four-day event. Delegates also included 50 university students and student… Read the full news article
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has announced its commitment to working exclusively with suppliers that provide 100 percent cage-free eggs across all of its hotel brands in the U.S. and Canada by 2025. Choice is dedicated to promoting environmentally-friendly business practices at its corporate offices and throughout… Read the full news article
The online poll is now live. Vote for Neal Skelton right here! BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2018-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangor man Neal Skelton, who works within the airfield operations team at George Best Belfast City Airport, has been announced as a finalist in the acclaimed British-Irish Airports EXPO ‘Unsung Heroes’ award. Designed to recognise those whose work… Read the full news article
Award-winning airline’s double-daily flights to London Gatwick make it the airline’s sixth UK gateway Qatar Airways began direct service to Cardiff earlier this month, further strengthening its presence in the UK DOHA, Qatar, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to London Gatwick touched down today at London Gatwick Airport,… Read the full news article
BEIJING, China, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — This summer, Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center is launching its all-new BBQ Sunday Brunch at Paulaner Bräuhaus. Guests can whet their appetite with a BBQ station, authentic Bavarian cuisine and Paulaner beer, relax on the summer garden terrace and enjoy a live band, spend quality time with family… Read the full news article
Set to open in 2018, the first Kempinski hotel in Singapore will showcase a cultural splendour of iconic heritage buildings GENEVA, Switzerland, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotels announces plans to open The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore at Capitol Singapore, the first luxury heritage lifestyle destination in the city-state’s downtown Civic District, owned and managed by Singapore-based,… Read the full news article