Category Archives: Business

San Diego International Airport becomes the first airport in the nation to offer an “ocean-friendly” dining option

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SAN DIEGO, CA, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the first airport in the nation to offer an “ocean-friendly” dining option certified by Surfrider Foundation’s Ocean Friendly Restaurant program. Einstein Bros. Bagels in Terminal 2 West, operated by Mission Yogurt, Inc., became the first official Ocean Friendly Restaurant at an airport, and… Read the full press release

World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2019 to be held in The Vinpearl Convention Center Phu Quoc, Vietnam

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London, UK, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Vinpearl Convention Center Phu Quoc, Vietnam will play host to the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2019 on 12th October. The state-of-the-art meeting and event facility is the latest addition to the five-star Vinpearl Phu Quoc integrated complex. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers from across Asia… Read the full press release

World Travel Awards to hold its North America Gala Ceremony 2020 in the Thompson Okanagan, British Columbia

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London, UK, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed it will host its North America Gala Ceremony 2020 in the Thompson Okanagan, British Columbia. The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers from across North America will attend what will mark WTA’s first ceremony in Canada. Nestled in the southern interior of British… Read the full press release

Boeing delivers Saudi Arabian Airlines’s first 787-10 Dreamliner

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Super-efficient jet joins airline’s existing 787-9 fleet to boost network expansion plans NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] delivered to Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) its first 787-10 Dreamliner, which will play a key role in the airline’s fleet and network expansion. The largest member of the Dreamliner family sets the… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines to raise funds for the expansion of IThemba primary school in Cape Town

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VIENNA, Austria, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — With immediate effect, people have the unique possibility to purchase the famous red stockings for women worn by the Austrian Airlines crews. For men, “Falke South Africa” has dyed socks in the original Austrian Airlines red color. Proceeds of the sale are designated for expanding the IThemba primary… Read the full press release

Travelport extends its Travel Unified campaign; calls for more support for people with intellectual disabilities

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Little-known SSR code, DPNA, can be used to alert airlines when a traveler has an intellectual or developmental disability and needs assistance Many airlines offer support to meet passengers’ individual needs once alerted via the SSR code Use of the code on flights booked through Travelport has increased 89% since the launch of its Travel Unified campaign,… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago in search for a tree to serve as the City’s “official” Christmas tree this holiday season

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Chicago, IL, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago is looking for a tree to grace Millennium Park and serve as the City’s “official” Christmas tree this holiday season. Through Friday, October 18, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events will accept tree nominations from the Chicagoland area. The family of the… Read the full press release

Aeroflot starts ticket sales for flights to Mumbai, India

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Moscow, Russia, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has begun ticket sales for flights to Mumbai, India.  Regular flights on the Moscow – Mumbai – Moscow route will launch on 2 July 2020. Mumbai will become India’s second city serviced by Aeroflot’s own flights, in addition to Delhi. The flights will operate daily using an… Read the full press release

San Diego International Airport unveiled new mural inspired by the city’s historic contributions to aeronautics

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SAN DIEGO, CA, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — A new mural was unveiled today ( September 27, 2019) at San Diego International Airport (SAN), inspired by the city’s historic contributions to aeronautics and created with the help of local students. The 60-foot-long mural, titled On The Map, features vintage San Diego aviation pioneers on a map-like design. … Read the full press release

EXO’s leader Suho joins the 4th International Film Festival & Awards‧Macao as Talent Ambassador

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Macao, China, 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The 4th International Film Festival & Awards‧Macao (referred to as “IFFAM” or the “Film Festival”) will be staged from 5th to 10th December this year. As an annual international event in Macao, the Film Festival will continue to push forward the development of Macao’s film, cultural and creative industries, enhance exchange… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels announces its official entry into Massachusetts with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Boston, Downtown-South Boston

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), announced its official entry into Massachusetts with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Boston, Downtown-South Boston. The hotel is the eighth Cambria location to open its doors this year — together representing over 1,100 upscale rooms. Up to five more Cambria hotels are expected to open… Read the full press release

The Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt celebrates its 50th anniversary

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Germany’s first airport hotel marks its golden anniversary Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Steigenberger Airport Hotel became Germany’s first airport hotel when it opened for business at Frankfurt Airport on 9 May 1969. Five eventful decades later and proud to be “Fifty & Fab”, it is now celebrating this… Read the full press release

The Danish hotel chain Zleep Hotels recognized with the Børsen Gazelle 2019

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Danish hotel chain Zleep Hotels has been growing for many years. New hotels have been built, several have been renovated, a new Scandinavian design has been produced, staff has been hired and investments have been made. Zleep Hotels’ great growth has now been rewarded… Read the full press release

Ryanair celebrates the opening of its new Toulouse base and the launch of its new summer 2020 schedule

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23 ROUTEs (13 NEW), 1.4m customers & 33% GROWTH DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (27 Sept) celebrated the opening of its new Toulouse base (its 3rd in France) and the launch of its new summer 2020 schedule, with 2 based aircraft and 23 routes (13 new), connecting Toulouse to… Read the full press release

Ryanair announces 2020 Environmental Policy

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Ambitious targets as Europe’s greenest airline €2.5m raised to date for environmental partners DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s greenest/cleanest airline, today (19 Sept) announced its newly updated Environmental Policy for Full Year 2020, detailing extensive progress since it first launched in 2017, and reaffirming its ongoing commitment to ambitious future environmental… Read the full press release

Tourism Authority of Thailand and Bangkok Airways launch new ‘Fly me to Thailand’ promotion

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Gift cards, discounts and more privileges offered for travellers from CLMV, Malaysia, Singapore and India. Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Bangkok Airways have launched a new ‘Fly me to Thailand’ promotion, offering privileges, gift cards, discounts and many more special deals for travellers from Cambodia, Lao… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces signing of a new Radisson Blu resort in Poland

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce an agreement with Polish hotel investor Europlan for a new Radisson Blu resort in Poland. Located in Mazury Lakes, a district known as the ‘land of a thousand lakes’, the Radisson Blu Resort, Ostroda Mazury Lakes offers the ultimate resort experience… Read the full press release

Rosewood Mayakoba is a leader in sustainable tourism

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Riviera Maya, Mexico, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Mayakoba is a leader in sustainable tourism, implementing incredibly extensive, eco-friendly conservation practices property-wide.  The five-star luxury resort is built to abide by the highest of eco-standards, offering indulgence with awareness, and has been awarded the Rainforest Alliance Certification.  From energy and water conservation to responsible,… Read the full press release

Colorado Tourism Office and Leave No Trace Center announce new partnerships to mark National Public Lands Day

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Ski towns, Colorado Mountain Club and top destinations join alliance to share Care for Colorado Principles with millions more Colorado travelers Denver, Colo., 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — In a bow to National Public Lands Day, the Colorado Tourism Office and Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics today (Sept. 28, 2019) announced strategic partnerships with… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport to hold employment fair for former Thomas Cook employees

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Manchester, UK, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A dedicated employment fair for the thousands of North West workers who have lost their jobs following the demise of Thomas Cook, including supply chain employees, will be held at Manchester Airport on Thursday 3 October. The event – at the Runway Visitor Park at the airport –… Read the full press release

Arkansas-born Cardinals right-hander Dick Hughes to join legends for a panel discussion at the Second Annual Hot Springs Baseball Weekend

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HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Dick Hughes, the Arkansas-born Cardinals right-hander who was a rookie sensation on the mound in 1967, will join legends Ted Simmons, Steve Carlton and Al Hrabosky for a panel discussion on October 12 during the Second Annual Hot Springs Baseball Weekend, it was announced today… Read the full press release

Raffles Maldives Meradhoo introduces 16 new overwater villas

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Raffles Maldives Meradhoo offers an idyllic beach retreat with a wonderful overwater world Paris, France, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — It seems the adage that good things come to those who wait is true. Following an exhaustive search for a suitably spectacular site, Raffles’ first resort in the Maldives, which soft-opened in May, now… Read the full press release

Swoop announces partnership with Sunwing to offer Canadians more travel options this winter

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Toronto, ON, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Canadians looking for a tropical escape that’s easily accessible from their local airport have even more options to choose from this coming winter thanks to a new agreement between leading tour operator, Sunwing, and ultra-low-cost airline, Swoop. Sunseekers departing from Hamilton, London, Abbotsford, Edmonton and Winnipeg can… Read the full press release

Air France took delivery of its first Airbus A350

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A major asset for reducing our environmental footprint – 25% less fuel consumed, 25% less CO2 emissions, 40% less noise emissions; A new definition of comfort in our Business, Premium Economy and Economy cabins; 28 Airbus A350s by 2025. Paris, France, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — On September 27, 2019, Air France took delivery of… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes Lauda’s new direct service to Vienna

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Bristol, UK, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Austria’s low fare airline No. 1 starts the new direct connection from Bristol to Vienna. Lauda offers two weekly flights from Bristol to Austria’s capital, Vienna with flights commencing at the end of March 2020. Vienna was voted the most livable city on the planet for the tenth time…. Read the full press release

SAS launches 14 new direct routes and 5 totally new destinations from Scandinavia in summer 2020

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STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS is continuing to strengthen its seasonal offering and will be launching 14 new direct routes and 5 totally new destinations from Scandinavia in summer 2020 – Bari, Rhodes, Tivat, Zadar and Valencia. Tickets for the summer additions will be available on 30 September. For summer 2020, SAS… Read the full press release

PATA organizes successful PATA Youth Symposium in Kazakhstan

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The PATA Youth Symposium, hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Sport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kazakh Tourism National Company and M. Narikbayev KAZGUU University, took place on the first day of the PATA Travel Mart 2019 on Wednesday, September 18 at the M. Narikbayev KAZGUU University in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan. Organised by the Pacific… Read the full press release

Swissport introduces newly developed self-services kiosks at its cargo warehouses

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport is speeding-up the air freight handling processes at its cargo warehouses by introducing newly developed self-services kiosks. The digital innovation reduces waiting times and increases the quality of the air freight documentation. Swissport has launched a global initiative to speed-up air freight handling processes at its cargo… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels debuts in Houston, Texas with the grand opening of the Cambria Hotel Houston Downtown Convention Center

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Event Marked with $7,000 Donation to Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels marked its official arrival to Texas’ largest city with the grand opening of the Cambria Hotel Houston Downtown Convention Center. Representatives from the upscale brand’s franchisor Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), along with local dignitaries, were… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship Spectrum of the Seas is the biggest cruise ship ever to call at a Russian port

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200 Russian guests were the first to sail a Royal Caribbean cruise from Vladivostok Vladivostok, Russia, 2019-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Spectrum of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship and the first Quantum Ultra Class ship is the biggest cruise ship ever to call at a Russian port. On the September 9, 2019 the ship arrived… Read the full press release