Opfikon, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International has appointed Rudolf Steiner as Head of Cargo EMEA. Mark Skinner becomes Head of Business Development & Sales EMEA. By appointing dedicated managers for its Air Cargo and the Ground Services businesses, Swissport strengthens its customer centricity further. They both assume their new roles on… Read the full press release
SINGAPORE, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), today (October 31, 2019) announced its partnership with Sinobo Thaiwoo (Zhangjiakou Chongli) Cultural & Tourism Co., Ltd to manage two serviced apartments within Sinobo Taizicheng Resort in the Chongli district of Zhangjiakou in Hebei Province, People’s Republic of China…. Read the full press release
Leading Boutique Hospitality Brand Announces New Orleans Project Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants announced today (29 OCTOBER 2019) a new property in New Orleans scheduled to open in early 2020. The Kimpton Hotel Fontenot will pay homage to the city’s rich musical history and the inspirational musicians behind it. With… Read the full press release
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — IntercityHotel has appointed three new Directors: With Thomas Bausch the Deutsche Hospitality puts on a young managerial talent who has emerged from Deutsche Hospitality’s own ranks. The 36-year old Mr. Bausch has been named General Manager of the 121-room IntercityHotel Celle with effect from 1… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — In another entertainment first, Emirates is showing the highly acclaimed Seven Worlds, One Planet documentary live at the same time as its BBC One broadcast in the UK. While Emirates already streams live news and sport on board most of its aircraft, this is the first time any airline has… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As the excitement continues for the Dubai Fitness Challenge, Emirates invited UAE Team Emirates to test their riding skills and performance on the Emirates Group Headquarters rooftop. Four of the team’s top cyclists and among the top young riders globally – Alexander Kristoff (ranked 8th), Tadej Pogacar (ranked 12th), Diego… Read the full press release
New partnership with Sensei Retreats introduces a new concept in fully customisable, science-based programming for mind and body, including meals by Sensei by Nobu Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Lanai at Koele, A Sensei Retreat, the first all-inclusive wellness experience offered by Four Seasons, and a unique offering in… Read the full press release
Doha, Qatar, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — On the cusp of its highly anticipated winter re-opening, Four Seasons Hotel Doha announces the appointment of Hani Abu Lafi to Director of Rooms. Hani joins the team from Four Seasons Hotel Amman, bringing more than 14 years of sales, marketing and operational experience to his new role. Hani will lead… Read the full press release
Featuring new videos including Amami Oshima Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines and TripAdvisor have jointly launched the multi-media portal called “Untold Stories of Japan”, a Japan Travel information site, in October 2017. Since the launch, the content has expanded, to include destinations such as Hiroshima, Kochi, Amami Ryukyu, Osaka and Tokyo…. Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its ongoing £6.5bn investment for customers, British Airways is trialling autonomous, emissions-free baggage vehicles at its home at Heathrow, to help the airline further improve punctuality and depart every flight on time. British Airways currently operates up to 800 flights a day to and from… Read the full press release
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed at a ceremony at QITCOM 2019 The partnership is part of the Ministry’s Better Connections Program DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has announced a new partnership with the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MoTC) that aims to widen access to information technology to its… Read the full press release
MUSCAT, Oman, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — In line with its commitment to social responsibility, Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is proud to support the nation’s Paralympic Team, which recently competed in the Second West Asian Paralympic Games, 2019 held in Amman, Jordan. Supporting Oman’s parathletes is one component of… Read the full press release
Antigua will be home to new destination concept customized for cruise guests MIAMI, FL, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The company said its first Royal Beach Club will launch in Antigua, along a half-mile of beachfront near Fort James. The company signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of Antigua and Barbuda for the… Read the full press release
VISIT VIENNA, THE MOST LIVABLE CITY IN THE WORLD Liverpool, UK, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Austria’s leading low-cost airline Lauda, yesterday commenced new direct flights from Liverpool to Vienna. Lauda offers two weekly connections from Liverpool to Austria’s capital. Customers and visitors can book their tickets now for an unbeatable price and will fly… Read the full press release
Deutsche Hospitality’s luxury brand achieves the highest overall score in Germany’s most extensive service ranking system Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — According to the results of the largest poll of its type to be conducted in Germany, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts is delivering the best level of service across all… Read the full press release
Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts®, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, honors the heritage of the Holiday Inn® brand as its Holiday Inn Resort Aruba – Beach Resort & Casino, property rings in its 50th anniversary with celebrations that pay homage to its longstanding relationships with guests, staff… Read the full press release
Friendsgiving Hotel Packages Include a Destination-Inspired Thanksgiving Feast, Special Welcome Amenities & Leftover-Like Breakfast at Select Hotels from New York to Paris BETHESDA, MD, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Few things beat gathering around the table for a delicious meal surrounded by people you love to be around, which is why Tribute Portfolio is bringing… Read the full press release
Guangzhou, China, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization is to continue to lead the way in growing wildlife tourism and harnessing it as a driver for conservation and development, supported by a major new US$1 million donation from the Chimelong Flora and Fauna Conservation Foundation. In 2018, the wildlife tourism sector contributed… Read the full press release
Madrid, Spain, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has demonstrated its support for the Côte d’Ivoire tourism sector, participating in a key high-level round table discussion in Dubai and recruiting Ivorian footballing legend Didier Drogba as the newest Ambassador for Responsible Tourism. UNWTO Secretary General, Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili, participated at a… Read the full press release
Guiling, China, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the People’s Government of Guilin (China) held the 13th UNWTO/PATA Forum on Tourism Trends and Outlook in Guilin from 17 to 19 October 2019. Over 170 participants from 23 countries/regions came together to share their knowledge… Read the full press release
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today announced details of the decision to expand its international network from Tokyo-Narita International Airport in 2020. The carrier will introduce new routes to Vladivostok, Russia at the end of February and Bengaluru, India in March. In addition, JAL will offer double-daily service over the… Read the full press release
Toronto, Canada, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Café Boulud at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is celebrating Canadian culinary talent with a four-course dinner hosted in collaboration with celebrity chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud and Chef de Cuisine Nicholas Trosien on October 30, 2019. “There is nothing I enjoy more than sharing ideas and inspiration with other chefs every opportunity I get,” says… Read the full press release
Joining the Hotel’s culinary team from Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg, French Pastry Chef Nicolas Lambert delights dessert enthusiasts with his wonderful creations at Bay View Lounge to kick-off the festive celebrations Bahrain Bay, Bahrain, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay introduces award winning pastry chef Nicolas Lambert for an afternoon tea… Read the full press release
The 70-room luxury guesthouse in Japan’s ancient capital offers a journey of discovery through refined cultural and culinary experiences CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (October 30, 2019) the opening of Park Hyatt Kyoto. Set in the heart of this noble city with centuries of history and heritage, Park Hyatt… Read the full press release
Carrier is offering world-class opportunities to learn more about data science, analytics and leadership Internships cement airline as leader in emerging talent space with graduate, apprentice, business placement and work experience opportunities also up for grabs LONDON, UK, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — From summer 2020 British Airways will become the first UK airline to… Read the full press release
New campaign highlights British Airways’ Beyond Accessibility training programme, which supports staff in assisting more than half a million customers with disabilities who fly with the airline each year Airline recently launched dedicated customer care team with direct phone line for travellers requiring additional assistance In 2019 British Airways became the first and only airline… Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A former BOAC cabin crew member, who died in 1968 while evacuating passengers from an aircraft, has been honoured with a Blue Plaque for her extraordinary heroism in her hometown of Bradford. British Airways sponsored the accolade for Barbara Jane Harrison, who died aged just 22, while bravely… Read the full press release
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, is increasing capacity at peak times on its popular London City flights from George Best Belfast City Airport when demand from the business community is particularly high. Starting on 1st December as part of its 2019-20 Winter schedule, a 98-seat E190 aircraft… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announces that beginning today (10/29/2019), several TSA screening lanes will be permanently relocated to the new north bridge of the security checkpoint at Midway International Airport, The lanes are located approximately 100 feet from their current positions. The new checkpoint opens Friday morning, November 1, marking a key… Read the full press release
The award-winning airline is the first in the industry licensed to use the state-of-the-art ‘GE360 Foam Wash’ technology, aimed at replacing traditional water wash methods on GE engines Use of the innovative system will contribute towards improving fuel efficiency, decreasing emissions and reducing maintenance costs DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways… Read the full press release