World Travel Awards unveils latest details of highly anticipated Latin America Ceremony

MEXICO, 2017-Sep-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Drum roll please… it’s almost show time! Ahead of World Travel Awards’ hugely anticipated Latin America Ceremony this Saturday (9 September 2017), the travel industry’s leading awards programme is delighted to unveil the latest details of its prestigious event. Max Villegas –  one of Mexico’s most versatile talents whose… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire set to open its brand new restaurant and bar Wild Carrot

Hampshire, England, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Following an extensive enhancement program, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire is set to open the doors to its brand new restaurant and bar Wild Carrot, created under the helm of acclaimed designer Martin Brudnizki, on September 22, 2017. Named after the dainty white wildflower found plentifully in the fields that make up… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe names Ismar “Izzy” Uzicanin as Manager of Adventure Programming

Hiking, exploration biking, cultural tours and more showcase Sante Fe’s storied landscape Santa Fe, U.S.A., 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, located 10 minutes from downtown Santa Fe and nestled among 57 acres (23 hectares) in the Sangre de Cristo Foothills, appoints Ismar “Izzy” Uzicanin as Manager of Adventure Programming. Izzy is charged with… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler the final pit stop for the Porsche 100 Rally

Avid Porsche owners come together in Whistler for weekend of fun, luxury, driving, food and more Whistler, Canada, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 100 Porsche owners take to the picturesque Sea-to-Sky highway for the Porsche 100 Rally, from an exhilarating drive to stimulating head-to-head demonstrations on the Pemberton Airport runway. Four SeasonsResort and Residences… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways’ Oryx One now offers more than 900 hours of film and TV box-sets to choose from

More than 900 hours of special box sets and collections featured on board Qatar Airways flights Up to 4,000 entertainment options offered by the airline’s award-winning in-flight entertainment system, Oryx One DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ award-winning in-flight entertainment system Oryx One now offers so many box sets of hit… Read the full news article

The Handlery Foundation contributes $10,000 leadership gift to AHLEF 2017 Annual Giving Campaign

Washington, D.C., 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Handlery Foundation contributed a leadership gift of $10,000 to the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation’s (AHLEF) 2017 Annual Giving Campaign. A longtime supporter of AHLEF, the Handlery Foundation has contributed to an endowed scholarship fund and previous capital giving campaigns. This is the third gift… Read the full news article

Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ 2016 GIFTTS program winners announced

Programs Recognizes Hotels and Resorts with Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility Efforts NEWPORT BEACH, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is honored to announce the winners of its 2016 GIFTTS (Great Initiatives for Today’s [Tomorrow’s] Society) program: Rosen Hotels & Resorts, Pebble Beach Resorts, The Leela… Read the full news article

InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts opens in Slovenia’s beguiling capital

InterContinental® Ljubljana opens in Slovenia – where the Alps meet the Med Denham, United Kingdom, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading luxury hotel brands, continues its trailblazing heritage by opening the doors to InterContinental® Ljubljana in Slovenia’s beguiling capital. The city is one of the latest rising… Read the full news article

Aeroflot: High Flyers culinary competition winners develop new business- and comfort-class menus

MOSCOW, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (28 August 2017), Aeroflot and the Russian Restaurant Festival have held the first High Flyers culinary competition to develop a menu for the airline’s business- and comfort-class menus. Held at the Chefshows by Novikov culinary school, the contest was a pilot project – part of Aeroflot’s future bigger one aimed at discovering new… Read the full news article

flydubai expands operations in Russia

Top five experiences in flydubai’s Russian destinations in September DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai connects people and cultures between 97 destinations in 44 countries, providing opportunities to explore their historical and cultural heritage, architecture, food and day to day life. Why not explore Russia this September and benefit from pleasant weather… Read the full news article

Singapore Airlines announces codeshare agreement with Alaska Airlines

SINGAPORE, 2017-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) has signed an agreement to codeshare on flights operated by Alaska Airlines, in a move that will expand SIA’s footprint in the important North American market. Subject to regulatory approvals, the agreement will take effect on 27 September 2017. Under the agreement, Singapore Airlines will… Read the full news article

British Airways launches new restaurant-style dining experience on flights between Heathrow and New York JFK

LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The first tranche of British Airways’ £400 million investment in Club World, its long-haul business cabin, is set to arrive on September 1 as a new restaurant-style dining experience launches on flights between Heathrow and New York JFK. Travellers will be able to select their choice of freshly prepared… Read the full news article

British Airways adds two new transatlantic routes to its summer 2018 schedule at Gatwick

British Airways adds two new transatlantic routes to its summer 2018 schedule at Gatwick LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has announced it will be adding another two new transatlantic routes to its summer 2018 schedule at Gatwick. Toronto in Canada, will be taking to the air from May 1, with three… Read the full news article

HSMAI announces Hotel Sales Professional of the Year Award recipients

McLean, VA, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI), which is celebrating 90 years of fueling sales, is pleased to announce the HSMAI Hotel Sales Professional of the Year Award recipients. Adreana Bailey, National Sales Manager, Hilton DFW Lakes, will be recognized as the Hotel Sales Professional of the Year… Read the full news article

Framkvæmdastjórn Peking um þróun ferðamála: Ljósmyndasýning um ferðalög í Reykjavík, Íslandi

Reykjavík, Íslandi, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — „Heillandi Peking“, ljósmyndasýning um ferðalög var haldin í Reykjavík þann 11. ágúst í boði framkvæmdastjórnar Peking um þróun ferðamála (Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development). Zhang Weidong, kínverski sendiherrann á Íslandi, Song Yu, formaður framkvæmdastjórnar Peking um þróun ferðamála, og Inga Hlín Pálsdottir, forstöðumaður ferðaþjónustu og skapandi greina… Read the full news article

Florida Governor Rick Scott recognized for his work on travel and tourism promotion by the U.S. Travel Association

U.S. Travel Association presents Governor Rick Scott with Distinguished Leadership Award for his commitment to growing travel in Florida amid multiple challenges HOLLYWOOD, FL, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Florida Governor Rick Scott has received a distinguished leadership award from the U.S. Travel Association in appreciation for his work on travel and tourism promotion…. Read the full news article

2017 Mercury and Destiny Awards, State Tourism Director of the Year and DMO Rising Star recipients announced at the 34th annual ESTO conference

MINNEAPOLIS, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The U.S. Travel Association announced the recipients of the 2017 Mercury and Destiny Awards, State Tourism Director of the Year and DMO Rising Star during its 34th annual ESTO conference, held August 26-29 in Minneapolis. Twenty-eight U.S. Travel members were honored for excellence and creative accomplishment in destination marketing and… Read the full news article

Explore Minnesota: Lodging properties post-summer survey continue an upward trend of Minnesota’s tourism business

Explore Minnesota Survey Reveals Statewide Lodging Performance ST. PAUL, Minn., 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading into Labor Day weekend, Minnesota lodging properties are winding down from a stable summer of tourism business according to a recent survey conducted by Explore Minnesota, the state’s tourism promotion office. Results from the annual post-summer survey continue an upward… Read the full news article

Explore Minnesota’s #OnlyinMN campaign wins Mercury Award at the Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations conference

U.S. Travel Association recognizes state tourism office for best integrated marketing campaign ST. PAUL, Minn., 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Explore Minnesota, the state’s tourism promotion office, won a prestigious Mercury Award at this week’s Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) conference in Minneapolis for its successful #OnlyinMN branding and integrated marketing campaign. The award,… Read the full news article

Ukraine International Airlines adds Cairo to its flight network in Africa

KIEV, Ukraine, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — In spring 2018, Ukraine International Airlines will map a new destination on its flight network in Africa – Cairo. The leading Ukraine`s carrier will launch scheduled services between the capitals of Ukraine and Egypt. Tickets are available on UIA website, at the carrier`s Contact Center, UIA ticket offices,… Read the full news article

Allegiant announces plans for a one-of-a-kind hotel/condo resort on the Gulf Coast — Sunseeker Resorts

ALLEGIANT'S SEVEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY - PRESS CONFERENCE AND "PACK YOUR BAGS" FLYAWAY CONTEST

PUNTA GORDA, Fla., 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announces plans for Sunseeker Resorts, including its inaugural development, a one-of-a-kind hotel/condo resort on the Gulf Coast. The project marks an important step in Allegiant’s evolution as a travel company, offering customers more opportunity for leisure experiences. Encompassing 20 acres of waterfront land in Charlotte County, Florida,… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport: dialogue sessions for Forum 2040 to commence at the end of September

chaired by honorary-ambassador Lode Willems BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — At the end of September, the dialogue sessions for Forum 2040, the consultation platform for the Strategic Vision 2040 of Brussels Airport that is preparing the airport for the future, will commence. The dialogue sessions will be chaired by honorary-ambassador Lode Willems…. Read the full news article

VisitEngland: 6.9 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this August Bank Holiday weekend

LONDON, 2017-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitEngland’s August Bank Holiday Trip Tracker survey published today shows that 6.9 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this weekend, bringing an estimated £1.7 billion boost to the UK economy. The figures show an increase on last year’s results when 5.1 million adults… Read the full news article

VisitBritain names Gavin Landry as Regional Director for the Americas

LONDON, 2017-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitBritain has today announced the appointment of Gavin Landry as its Regional Director for the Americas. In his new role, which he takes up from Wednesday 23 August, Gavin’s remit is to drive new and repeat visitor growth to Britain from the Americas, focusing on key segments and… Read the full news article

LVCVA: Las Vegas to host Labor Day weekend events Sept. 1-4

LAS VEGAS, 2017-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Las Vegas will say goodbye to summer with thrilling Labor Day weekend pool parties, concerts, comedians and DJ performances, Sept. 1-4. “The Entertainment Capital of the World” is the ultimate Labor Day weekend getaway, offering a special experience for all visitors. SPLASHING ALLOWED Whether guests prefer to splash… Read the full news article

The Sunwing Travel Group listed in Financial Post’s ranking of Canada’s top 500 earning corporations

Toronto, ON, Canada, 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Sunwing Travel Group has been included within Financial Post’s ranking of Canada’s top 500 earning corporations for the first time. The FP500 is an annual listing of the 500 largest corporations in Canada based on revenues from the previous year. Research and rankings are collected and… Read the full news article

IHG® announces Crowne Plaza® Dubai Business Bay and InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai Business Bay

DUBAI, 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing two new properties in Dubai: Crowne Plaza® Dubai Business Bay and InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai Business Bay. Both properties are in partnership with API Hotels & Resorts, and their location in Dubai’s Business Bay area,… Read the full news article

Marriott International named to the Forbes 2017 World’s Most Innovative Companies list

Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc., was recently named to the Forbes 2017 World’s Most Innovative Companies list, joining the ranks of Tesla, Amazon and Netflix.  Forbes’ proprietary evaluation ranks companies according to their “innovation premium” or the difference between their market capitalization and the net present value of cash flows… Read the full news article

Virgin’s Azuma train on a test run to Scotland in preparation for roll out on the east coast route next year

Virgin’s new state-of-the-art train travels north of the border for first time Inaugural run ahead of plans to accelerate London-Edinburgh journeys to 4hrs LONDON, 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin’s state-of-the-art Azuma train has visited Scotland for the first time as part of plans to transform Edinburgh-London rail journeys.The inaugural run north of the… Read the full news article

Jack London Square to host new Grilled Cheese Block Party this Saturday September 19

Event to feature a variety of grilled cheese dishes, craft beers, and music Oakland, Calif., 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Jack London Square is home to the new Grilled Cheese Block Party, this Saturday, as part of its summer series of food-themed events. From Noon to 6 PM, attendees can sample cheese-inspired dishes. Organizers expect more… Read the full news article