American Airlines and British Airways teamed up to reunite a family for Thanksgiving

LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — This Thanksgiving, transatlantic joint business partners American Airlines and British Airways teamed up to reunite a family, spread across the world, stateside. The airlines flew four siblings from London, Madrid, Los Angeles and San Francisco to be with their parents in Chicago ahead of the holiday. Stephanie, 31, Joe, 30, Caralyn, 28… Read the full press release

Allegiant, Twentieth Century Fox and Blue Sky Studios team up to celebrate Spies in Disguise animated comedy adventure debuting Christmas Day

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ —From Thanksgiving through January, in flight, in airports and online, the airline’s customers will be a part of the movie’s epic journey, with opportunities to win prizes, participate in contests and online sweepstakes*, purchase exclusive holiday gifts and enjoy Spies in Disguise-related surprises and experiences. In November, Allegiant will unveil… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Group to sell the LSG Group’s European business to Gategroup

COLOGNE, Germany, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa Group confirms the decision of its Executive Board on the sale of the LSG Group’s European business to Gategroup. The sale is part of the new strategy of Lufthansa Group to focus on the airline business. Furthermore, the sale enables the new owner to further develop the… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport announces special activities for the holidays

Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Special events around the airport spread holiday cheer to passengers during this busy travel season. Listen to local choirs sing Christmas carols, watch modern dance performances or witness traditional St. Lucia Day festivities – you can also spot Santa and his elves, of course! Special activities are scheduled… Read the full press release

Hilton announces partnership with Street Feeders of Kuala Lumpur to extend its hospitality to the homeless and urban poor

Hilton’s centennial celebrations continue with the extension of the Hilton Effect to more communities across South East Asia KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its centennial celebrations in South East Asia this year, Hilton, one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the world, today (November 26, 2019) announced its partnership with… Read the full press release

Explore Minnesota Highlights 8 Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit Statewide

ST. PAUL, Minn., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The holidays are a magical time in Minnesota. From holiday light displays to festive events, themed tours, seasonal shows, tax-free shopping and more, visitors will find numerous ways to get in the holiday spirit. Here are some suggestions to celebrate the “most wonderful time of the… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai’s first Christmas tree to be designed by fashion icon, Kenzo Takada

Jumeira, Dubai, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai will celebrate its first festive season in style with an unconventional Christmas tree designed by fashion legend and one of Mandarin Oriental’s celebrity fans, Kenzo Takada. The city’s most desirable beachfront resort has teamed up with Kenzo Takada to bring an artistic flair to Dubai’s festive… Read the full press release

Vietjet named “Best Ultra Low-Cost Airline for 2020” by AirlineRatings

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — New-age airline Vietjet continues to be named “Best Ultra Low-Cost Airline for 2020” by AirlineRatings, the world’s best one-stop airline safety and product rating review website. This is the third consecutive year that Vietjet has been honored at AirlineRatings’ Airline Excellence Awards, which recognize the… Read the full press release

SkyTeam offers 15% off its Round the World fares

Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — SkyTeam’s 19 member airlines collectively offer routes to over 1,000 destinations, meaning it’s never been easier to organize a multi-destination trip to practically any corner of the globe, all within the alliance family. And for a short time only, this once-in-a-lifetime journey is available at a very… Read the full press release

Silver Airways makes history as the first airline to operate the state-of-the-art ATR 72-600 aircraft in the U.S.

America’s leading independent regional airline reinventing regional flying sector with complete fleet, operational and customer service transformation Fort Lauderdale, Fla., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Silver Airways, America’s leading independent regional airline, has received FAA and DOT certification to begin operations of its new 70-seat ATR 72-600 aircraft, making history as the first airline to… Read the full press release

The Port of Valletta welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa

MSC Grandiosa is the fifth MSC Cruises’ vessel to be registered in the Port of Valletta Valletta, Malta, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Valletta has today (26 November 2019) welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa, one of the most environmentally-advanced ships at sea. A ceremony has been held on board the stunning… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko awarded as Bulgaria’s Best Ski Hotel for the sixth time

Bansko, Bulgaria, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko is the proud winner of the title “Bulgaria’s Best Ski Hotel”, voted by World Ski Awards, the most prestigious awards organisation in the world ski tourism industry. The official gala ceremony was held on Saturday, 23 November at Austrian hotel A-ROSA Kitzbühel, gathering… Read the full press release

Qantas supports 20 outstanding groups through this inaugural round of grants

DUBBO, AUSTRALIA, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Twenty community groups from around Australia will share in the first $1 million round of grants as part of the national carrier’s continued commitment to regional Australia. The Qantas Regional Grants program offers $5 million in grants over five years to not-for-profit community groups, individuals, charities, projects and… Read the full press release

Willis Towers Watson enters corporate partnership with the Airport Operators Association (AOA)

LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The aviation team at Willis Towers Watson (NASDAQ:WLTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company has entered a corporate partnership with the Airport Operators Association (AOA), the leading trade body representing UK airports. The agreement reflects Willis Towers Watson’s commitment to the aviation and airport industry as… Read the full press release

Bombardier receives inaugural shipment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its Montreal facilities

Avfuel Corporation supplied inaugural shipment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to be deployed to Bombardier customers upon aircraft delivery Shipment represents another step in Bombardier’s commitment to secure long-term SAF supply, a key pillar of working toward a sustainable future for business aviation Bombardier has used SAF for aircraft demonstration purposes in the U.S. and… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways introduces Alipay compatibility in China

ANA is giving passengers flying to or from select Chinese airports the option to receive compensation in case of cancellation or delay caused by the bad weather through Alipay. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, is giving passengers flying to… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways adds three new world-class chefs and an international cuisine collaboration menu to its “THE CONNOISSEURS” in-flight menu

New additions with backgrounds in French and Japanese cuisine will bring the number of participating chefs to 19. Dating back to 2013, THE CONNOISSEURS offers award winning chefs the opportunity to create original in-flight menus. ANA will also collaborate with chefs in Mexico City and Seattle to launch distinct regional menus for flights departing from… Read the full press release

GARDN, SkyNRG, Waterfall Group and Vancouver Airport Authority announce launch of BioPortYVR

Richmond, B.C., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Green Aviation Research and Development Network (GARDN), SkyNRG, Waterfall Group and Vancouver Airport Authority today (November 26, 2019) announced the launch of BioPortYVR, an industry-led project to increase the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). BioPortYVR supports provincial and federal government climate action commitments and is an important… Read the full press release

YVR announces retirement of President & CEO Craig Richmond

Board of Directors Commences Global Search for Next President & CEO Richmond, B.C., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver Airport Authority today (November 25, 2019) announced that Craig Richmond, President & CEO, has advised the Board of Directors of his plans to retire from YVR on June 30, 2020 after seven years leading the… Read the full press release

VisitScotland’s Chief Executive visits David Livingstone Birthplace on-going restoration

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitScotland’s Chief Executive was on site at the David Livingstone Birthplace Project to review its on-going restoration during a tour of the Lanarkshire area. Malcolm Roughead met with the Trust’s Chair Isabel Bruce to discuss the next steps for the historic landmark. Plans to revamp the attraction are… Read the full press release

MSC Cruises rolls out its accessible shore excursions program

Custom accessible tours for guests with all types of mobility available for a total of 20 destinations Tours already introduced in 11 ports in the Caribbean and being rolled out to 9 ports in the Mediterranean across Winter 2019 and Summer 2020 seasons Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises, the world’s largest… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport welcomes new Korean Air service

Christchurch, New Zealand, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air will operate ten return services from December 27 between Incheon Airport, ranked the Best Airport Worldwide for 11 consecutive years, and Christchurch Airport, ranked Australasia’s Best Regional Airport. Christchurch Airport Chief Aeronautical and Commercial Officer, Justin Watson, says the service is a response to increasing… Read the full press release

TAP names its new Airbus A321LR after Portuguese explorer Pêro da Covilhã

Lisbon, Portugal, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Airline pays tribute to explorer from the Discoveries. Pêro da Covilhã, the Portuguese explorer who played an important part in paving the way for Vasco da Gama’s voyage to India, is now giving his name to one of TAP’s new aircraft. The Airline thus exalts the Portuguese role… Read the full press release

Flybe launches Sunday services between Newcastle – Cardiff

Kirmington, England, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe is introducing Sunday services between Newcastle – Cardiff operated by its franchise partner, Eastern Airways, to complement the weekday flights already operated. The additional services will commence on 12 January 2020. Fares start from £99 one way, including taxes and charges and are available now to book… Read the full press release

Emirates to start fourth daily service to Dhaka

The additional frequency will offer customers more connectivity and flexibility Dubai, UAE, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is adding a fourth daily service to Dhaka from 1 June 2020, to cater to Bangladesh’s growing economy and the country’s large diaspora who work and live in the Middle East, Europe and the US. The… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts expands its residential-style properties to 100 with 13 new members

Collection Grows to 100 Properties Across 32 Countries, Including New Openings in France, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom Newport Beach, Calif., 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, has achieved a major milestone with its Preferred Residences collection, expanding to 100 residential-style properties with the addition of 13… Read the full press release

IntercityHotel débuts in Dubai at a prime location on the Jaddaf Waterfront

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Yesterday, Sunday, the IntercityHotel Dubai Jaddaf Waterfront opened its doors in the metropolis and cultural centre of the region. This is the first IntercityHotel in the United Arab Emirates, and it offers all the benefits associated with the brand to business travellers and leisure visitors… Read the full press release

Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train to run on three Sundays in December

Los Angeles, CA, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The laughter of children and a hearty “Ho, ho, ho,” will be heard aboard trains as Metrolink offers the Holiday Express Train for a family-friendly seasonal-themed experience on three Sundays in December. Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train is an interactive special train experience featuring carolers, holiday characters and… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announces Rosewood Doha and Rosewood Residences Doha, opening in Lusail City in 2022

The brand’s upcoming Middle East property will redefine ultra-luxury lifestyle in the region Hongkong, China, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® opens the next chapter of its Middle East expansion with its appointment to manage Rosewood Doha and Rosewood Residences Doha, opening in Lusail City in 2022. Partnering with Arkaz Investment, this… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean unveils newly transformed Oasis of the Seas

One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships Emerges from a Major, $165 Million Transformation MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s iconic Oasis of the Seas, the ship that revolutionized the cruise industry, has made a splash in its return to South Florida with a $165 million new look. The original gamechanger debuts… Read the full press release