Category Archives: Business

MSC Cruises offers guests an environmentally conscious holiday with the launch of PROTECTOURS

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Demonstrating a continued dedication to the environment, MSC Cruises, the world’s fastest growing cruise line, has today unveiled not only a series of carefully selected shore excursions specifically designed to help protect and preserve Earth’s natural beauty but also set specific objectives for local tour operator partners… Read the full press release

TAP Air Portugal voted the best Economy Class in Europe

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Lisbon, Portugal, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Portuguese company named in the North American publication’s 10Best. TAP Air Portugal has the best Economy Class in Europe and is among the 10 best worldwide, according to a selection made by readers of US newspaper USA Today, who voted to include the Portuguese Airline in the… Read the full press release

Qantas Group’s new Pilot Academy in Toowoomba officially opened

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New flight training school formally opens in Toowoomba Scholarship program launched for Indigenous, female and regional students Toowoomba, Australia, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The next generation of pilots will learn to fly at the Qantas Group’s new Pilot Academy in Toowoomba, which was officially opened today. The Pilot Academy will have the capacity… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes the opening of Percy, a new eatery at The Landing

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport’s fast-growing business park is welcoming one of Auckland’s top cafe operators, with the opening of Percy, a new eatery at the heart of The Landing. Percy is operated by the experienced team behind some of Auckland’s best eateries; Woolfy’s, Newbie, Scout, the recently opened Fields… Read the full press release

Heathrow announces new co-chairs of the Heathrow Access Advisory Group

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Disability campaigner Helen Dolphin MBE and experienced equality and inclusion regulator Keith Richards have both been named as co-chairs of the Heathrow Access Advisory Group (HAAG) Accessible travel consultant, Geraldine Lundy will serve as vice-chair of the HAAG working with the co-chairs to ensure that accessibility and inclusion are always at the forefront of the… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts announces global partnership with Laura Ashley Ltd.

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NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ —Preferred Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce a global partnership with Laura Ashley Ltd. This exciting new alliance will bring new and existing Laura Ashley Hotels into representation of the Preferred brand over the coming months, and introduce Laura Ashley as the newest member of the… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach unveils an elegant new design following a $90 million renovation

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The historic Art Deco resort unveils an elegant new design as it is poised to become one of the most coveted destinations in South Florida MIAMI, FL, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach is thrilled to have re-opened its doors following a $90 million, multi-year renovation by owners Flag Luxury Group,… Read the full press release

Delta Hotels by Marriott Indianapolis Airport opens its doors to guests

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Hotels announced today (JANUARY 28, 2020) the official grand opening of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Indianapolis Airport in collaboration with Navika Capitol Group & The Ghoman Group. The hotel focuses on doing the simple things perfectly, featuring a clean aesthetic and a modern take on… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels launches new extended-stay brand Everhome Suites

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Industry’s Newest Extended-Stay Brand in Nearly a Decade Breaks Ground on Inaugural Hotel Outside of Los Angeles ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today (Jan. 27, 2020) introduced Everhome Suites, a new-construction midscale extended-stay brand offering with customizable, apartment-style accommodations that empower guests to adapt their environment to… Read the full press release

Emirates announces new daily service from Dubai to Penang International Airport via Singapore

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Penang will become Emirates’ second destination in Malaysia Travellers in northern region of Malaysia to have direct access to Emirates’ global network via Dubai DUBAI, U.A.E., 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates announced today (27 January 2020) its plan to launch a new daily service from Dubai (DXB) to Penang International Airport (PEN), via… Read the full press release

Emirates voted ‘Best Airline in the World’ and ‘Best First Class’ at the 2019 ULTRAs

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DUBAI, UAE, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has picked up ‘Best Airline in the World’ and ‘Best First Class’ at the prestigious 2019 ULTRAs. Voted by the hundreds of thousands of readers of The Telegraph’s luxury travel magazines Ultratravel UK and Ultratravel Middle East, the awards are the industry hallmark of the world’s… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Nevis named Ruby Garcia as the new Resort Manager

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17-year luxury hospitality veteran comes fully prepared with an extensive resort operations background and a focus on highly personalised experiences Nevis, West Indies, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis, the award-winning Resort consistently ranked by travellers and travel experts as one of the top resorts in the Caribbean, has named Ruby Garcia as the… Read the full press release

Mode Kitchen & Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney awarded a Chef’s Hat by Australian Good Food Guide

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Sydney, Australia, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Mode Kitchen & Bar, located on the ground floor of Four Seasons Hotel Sydney has been awarded a Chef’s Hat by Australian Good Food Guide (AGFG). Australian Good Food Guide Chef’s Hats have been awarded to discerning chefs around the country since 1982. These awards are the result of careful deliberation by a… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi now accepting reservations

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Soaring above busy streets in a landmark tower with sweeping views of the city and beyond, the new Four Seasons reflects Tokyo’s 24/7 energy and modern lifestyle Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Facing the Imperial Palace Gardens and with Mount Fuji visible in the distance, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi is poised… Read the full press release

VisitEngland launches Peppa Pig inspired digital campaign to promote family-friendly experiences

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VisitEngland has this week launched a digital campaign to promote family-friendly experiences in a bid to get more families with young children to take short breaks in England.   LONDON, UK, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Working with eOne, brand owners of the award-winning British children’s animated television series Peppa Pig, the campaign aims to inspire young… Read the full press release

Ryanair announces partnership with Rentalcars.com

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline today (28 Jan) announced it has partnered with Rentalcars.com, the leading online car rental service, to offer its travellers the best rates on the world’s largest choice of car rental inventory. By integrating Rentalcars.com’s platform across its Group Airlines, Ryanair is using the… Read the full press release

Hyatt plans to grow its Americas brand portfolio with the expected openings of nearly 200 hotels by 2022

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Hyatt’s Americas full service and select service brand portfolios expected to grow by 33 percent by 2022 CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (January 28, 2020) announced that Hyatt plans to grow its Americas brand portfolio with the expected opening of more than 50 full service and select… Read the full press release

The Conway Symphony Orchestra presents American Portrait: A Concert of Unity at the University of Central Arkansas this February

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Conway Symphony Orchestra presents their February concert, American Portrait: A Concert of Unity, in Reynolds Performance Hall at the University of Central Arkansas February 15th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $20-$40 and are free for all UCA students, courtesy of the UCA College of… Read the full press release

CVG to welcome eight new food and beverage options

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Erlanger, Ky., 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Eight new food and beverage options are coming to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), incorporating more local flavors, national brands, and an additional fresh/healthy option. SSP America, a division of SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, has been… Read the full press release

SAS’ first Airbus A350 Ingegerd Viking to fly its inaugural flight from Copenhagen to Chicago

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STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The first of SAS eight Airbus A350s, Ingegerd Viking, is to fly its inaugural flight, SK943, today (January 28, 2020) from Copenhagen to Chicago. On each flight, a total of 300 travelers can look forward to a comfortable flight, including a cabin with new seat models and… Read the full press release

PATA announces line-up of international experts for the PATA Adventure Travel Conference and Mart 2020 (ATCM 2020)

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2020-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has gathered a diverse line-up of international experts at the forefront of the adventure travel industry to explore the nuances, trends and dynamics of one of the fastest-growing tourism sectors at the upcoming PATA Adventure Travel Conference and Mart 2020 (ATCM 2020) in Kota Kinabalu,… Read the full press release

AHLA announces the 2020 Stars of the Industry Awardees

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Stars of the Industry Awards Named During Gala Supporting AHLA Foundation LOS ANGELES, CA, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the newly rebranded American Hotel & Lodging Foundation (AHLA Foundation) announced the top hotel employees across the country, culled from more than 300 nominations across every company… Read the full press release

Shama Serviced Apartments by ONYX Hospitality Group to double its presence in Bangkok with two more locations opening in 2020

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The serviced apartments brand will be present in four prime Bangkok neighbourhoods by late 2020 Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Already a fast expanding Asia-Pacific serviced apartments brand with two properties in two prime locations in Bangkok, Shama Serviced Apartments by ONYX Hospitality Group is doubling its neighbourhood presence in the Thai… Read the full press release

Katara Hospitality launches new concept towards developing the hotel industry and enrich the tourism experience in the State of Qatar

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Doha, Qatar, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar, has announced the launch of a new concept and the first in the region as part of its commitment towards developing the hotel industry and enrich the tourism experience in the State of Qatar. Whimsy combines… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels opens its first property opening in 2020 — the Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of America

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Upscale Brand Continues Pace with First Hotel Opening of 2020 in Minneapolis ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — With a record 11 hotels opened in 2019, and a milestone 50 hotels currently open across the country, Cambria Hotels continues its pace with its first property opening in 2020 — the Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of… Read the full press release

HMSHost opens The Cocktail Room at 18th and Central at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

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A new airport dining experience featuring HMSHost food and service alongside Tattersall Distilling spirits MSP AIRPORT, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Bringing the finest in craft distilling into Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, global restaurateur HMSHost recently opened The Cocktail Room at 18th and Central in partnership with Pady Regnier of Airport Retail Group, INC. and Robert Grace of Be Graceful Bakery… Read the full press release

HMSHost brings Southern Grounds to Jacksonville International Airport

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HMSHost brings JAX travelers a new local business opening this fall JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Florida-based Southern Grounds will debut at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) this fall. Southern Grounds prides itself on creating a community around great food and drink, and soon travelers will be able to experience this chef-driven coffee house in… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport Community Fund has given a cash boost to 20 groups involved in education, the environment and economic regeneration

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Aberdeen, UK, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Aberdeen International Airport has donated £22,000 from its Community Fund in the last twelve months. The Community Fund is open to groups, charities and organisations with links to education, the environment and economic regeneration. During the last year, the airport has given a cash boost to more… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group to open three more hotels in Turkey in 2020

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group, with properties in key locations across Turkey, prepares to open three more hotels in 2020. Two of these hotels will be in Istanbul’s touristic and historic locations, and the third in Aliağa, Izmir. Radisson Hotel Group’s investment in Turkey continues to grow as the… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

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New 124-room hotel marks second property in Virginia for Hyatt’s fast-growing lifestyle brand CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (January 22, 2020) announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria. Centrally located in the heart of Alexandria, Va., on historic King Street, the 124-room boutique hotel joins Hyatt… Read the full press release