National airline expedites the launch of new European and Middle East destinations to support its ongoing growth and investment strategy Additional two new routes in addition to the airline’s existing new destinations of Dublin, Nice and Skopje being launched this summer, with more to be announced shortly DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways introduces Airbus A380 and George Calombaris’ signature dishes on Doha and Melbourne route Airline of the Year brings its ultra-modern A380 superjumbo to Melbourne George Calombaris’ signature dishes will be available for the first time inflight to First and Business Class passengers flying between Doha and Melbourne from 1 July–30 September 2017… Read the full press release
PORTLAND, Ore., 2017-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Horizon Air’s board of directors has elected George Knobloch as vice president of maintenance and engineering, effective immediately. In his new role, Knobloch will oversee maintenance and engineering operations at the airlines’ six maintenance facilities and a team of more than 400 employees. Knobloch will be based in Portland, Horizon… Read the full press release
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jun-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has amplified its focus on the business travel segment with new appealing offerings. The company announced today, its “We mean Business” platform, signifying a commitment to partner with corporate travel managers and demonstrate expanded services… Read the full press release
Santa Ana, CA, 2017-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — BookingPal, l’un des leaders internationaux des réseaux de distribution de la location de vacances, annonce un nouveau partenariat avec Arkiane. Arkiane est un concepteur de logiciel de location de vacances qui a créé “Arkiane Locations Saisonnières » et « Arkiane Power Locations Vacances”, deux systèmes de gestion… Read the full press release
COLUMBUS, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) will offer a free workshop for individuals who face anxiety or fear related to flying. Facing Takeoff, a first-step approach to overcoming flight anxiety, is scheduled Saturday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at CMH and will provide an introduction to… Read the full press release
Kigali, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — RwandAir, the national carrier of the Republic of Rwanda is pleased to announce that it has enabled Maestro, Discover, Diners and JCB credit cards for online tickets payments. The four payment methods are adding up to the existing SmartCash, VISA and Master cards. The airline’s Internet Booking Engine… Read the full press release
Singapore, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In collaboration with Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and in conjunction with Singapore Food Festival1, Singapore Airlines (SIA) customers have voted for their favourite ‘Popular Local Fare’ dishes to be served in all cabin classes on selected flights departing from Singapore for the month of July. The featured ‘Popular… Read the full press release
Grand Rapids, Mich., 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — All passengers traveling through the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) are now being processed in one consolidated security checkpoint, the focal point of GFIA’s Gateway Transformation Project. Construction on the checkpoint was completed Saturday evening, and opened for passengers on Sunday, June 25. Concourse B passengers… Read the full press release
Bethesda, Maryland, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), welcomes its third distinctly independent property in Madrid with the opening of Hotel Círculo Gran Vía. The magnificent neo-classical building is the former home of the Merchants and Industrialist’s Circle and has been transformed into a boutique, adults-only… Read the full press release
Homewood Suites by Hilton Worcester Welcomes Guests Visiting Central Massachusetts WORCESTER, Mass. and MCLEAN, Va., 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton‘s (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today (June 22, 2017) its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Worcester. Designed for guests who want to travel on their own… Read the full press release
PERTH, Scotland, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach today (27 June) confirmed that it has appointed a new Managing Director of its East Scotland operations. Paul Thomas, who has more than 30 years’ experience in the bus industry, will take up his new post from 10 July. He will take on responsibility for Stagecoach… Read the full press release
Edinburgh, Scotland, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — THE quality of accommodation on offer to visitors to the Stranraer area received a major boost recently when two local providers each received 4-star awards from the national tourism organisation. Spoutwells Farm Self-Catering Holiday Cottages recently received a 4-Star Quality Assurance (QA) from VisitScotland. Its newly renovated… Read the full press release
Jeremy Jacobs, Bruins Owner and Chairman of Delaware North to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2017 BOSTON, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hockey Hall of Fame announced today, June 26, that it will induct Bruins Owner and Chairman of Delaware North Jeremy Jacobs into the Hockey Hall of Fame… Read the full press release
New station entrance, free high-speed wifi, additional retail spaces and bike hub form part of station refurbishment as passenger numbers hit new high London, UK, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — A new entrance at Preston station is now open, marking the completion of Virgin Trains’ £2m investment designed to enhance the experience for ever-growing… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed a management contract for a new luxury hotel and branded residences to be developed in Melbourne, Australia. The project is expected to open in 2023, and is the Group’s first announced property in Australia. The hotel and residences will be located… Read the full press release
London, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — All the beauty of the Greek island of Skiathos – home to the hit musical film Mamma Mia! – came to London City Airport today (Monday 26 June) courtesy of the London City Singers. To celebrate the inaugural British Airways flight to Skiathos, London’s first all-female barber shop… Read the full press release
Robot BRUce Pepper to welcome and assist passengers at Brussels Airport this summer Belgium, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — This summer, the theme at Brussels Airport will be music festivals, with an outdoor pop-up terrace on the curb in front of the departure hall, various festival games in the terminal and theme menus in… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Beirut Spa Manager Charbel Watfa selected as new Sodashi ambassador Beirut, Lebanon, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Charbel Watfa, Spa Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Beirut, has been selected by luxury spa and skincare brand Sodashi to become one of its ambassadors among all other Four Seasons and Resorts properties. This… Read the full press release
VisitBritain launches interactive online map of magical destinations across Britain To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (26 June) VisitBritain is showcasing what makes Britain a magical destination. London, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — It has released an interactive online map(link is external) of magical… Read the full press release
Choice Hotels awards Comfort Inn & Suites in Branson, Mo. the Hotel of the Year Award ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, awarded the Comfort Inn & Suites in Branson, Mo., the prestigious Hotel of the Year Award. Chris… Read the full press release
WIZZ LOW FARE NETWORK NOW OFFERS 5 DESTINATONS FROM KOSICE AIRPORT Budapest, Hungary, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, started this weekend operating two new routes from Kosice to Cologne, in Germany and to Tel Aviv in Israel. With a convenient schedule of two… Read the full press release
Budapest, Hungary, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, recently launched four new routes from Tel Aviv to Lublin (Poland), Craiova (Romania), Košice (Slovakia) and London Luton (United Kingdom). The new low-fare connections, with convenient schedules, will bring truly affordable travel opportunities for Israeli passengers… Read the full press release
easyJet offers passengers another new digital channel to make their journeys easier with the launch of Amazon Alexa skill LUTON, UK, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has today (26 Jun 2017) become the first European airline to launch an Amazon Alexa skill that enables passengers to easily and quickly… Read the full press release
Airline will host in-flight viewing party from Portland, Oregon in August SEATTLE, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines is chasing “The Great American Eclipse” on August 21, with a special charter flight for select astronomy enthusiasts and eclipse chasers to experience totality from 35,000+ feet above the earth. The flight will depart Portland… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2017-Jun-27 — /Travel PR News/ — One of the most exciting and unique 5k races in the city – The Midway Fly Away 5K Run/Walk – will return to the airfield of Midway International Airport on Sunday, September 17, 2017. Registration is now open by visiting www.sochicago.org. Now in its fifth year, the Midway… Read the full press release
LE BOURGET, France, 2017-Jun-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Ruili Airlines today (June 22, 2017) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for 20 737 MAX airplanes at the 2017 Paris Air Show. The airplanes, valued at approximately $2.2 billion at current list prices, will be posted to the Boeing Orders… Read the full press release
LE BOURGET, France, 2017-Jun-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and AerCap announced an order for 15 737 MAX 10s at the 2017 Paris Air Show. Under the agreement, AerCap will convert 15 of its current 737 MAX airplanes into MAX 10s. Aercap currently has 100 737 MAX airplanes on order. Earlier this… Read the full press release
Algerian carrier enhances 737 fleet, positioning airline for future growth LE BOURGET, France, 2017-Jun-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing (NYSE:BA) and Tassili Airlines today ( June 22, 2017) announced an order for three Next-Generation 737-800 airplanes, valued at over $294 million at list prices, at the 2017 Paris Air Show. The order was previously… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2017-Jun-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (June 22, 2017) announced it has named Malaika Myers as the company’s chief human resources officer. Myers will join Hyatt on September 5, 2017 and report to Mark Hoplamazian, president and chief executive officer. “Malaika is an accomplished executive in every discipline… Read the full press release