UNWTO highlighted the importance of diversification, creativity and innovation at the 2019 Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macao

Macao, Special Administrative Region of China, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — At the 2019 Global Tourism Economy Forum, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has highlighted the importance of diversification, creativity and innovation for ensuring that the sector’s unique potential as a driver of sustainable economic growth and social inclusivity is fully realized. Against a backdrop… Read the full press release

IATA: Technology to Drive Advances in Passenger Experience and Infrastructure

Warsaw, Poland, 2019-Oct-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments and industry to work together to make the best use of modern technology to put the passenger at the center of the journey and to achieve greater efficiency from infrastructure. The call came during the opening address by Alexandre… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahía announces its most lavish and atmospheric festive plans for the Christmas season to date

Estepona, Spain, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Bahía kicks off another incredible Christmas season with its most lavish and atmospheric festive plans to date! From 30 November till 6 January, the hotel will become the place to enjoy a variety of events and celebrations as it moves towards 2020 in style. Lighting of the… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahía to host latest works and collections of three internationally recognised artists

Estepona, Spain, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — From 14 November till the end of December, Kempinski Hotel Bahía will exhibit three internationally recognised artists within the hotel’s Art Foyer and Art Gallery. Hailing from Germany, Belgium and the UK, these artists will bring their latest works and collections to the hotel. An array of paintings, sculptures and… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Bahía announces its annual Christmas Market and Lighting of the diamond Christmas Tree

Estepona, Spain, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Bahía will celebrate its annual Christmas Market and Lighting of the diamond Christmas Tree on the 30 November, with a little help from Father Christmas! Presiding over the whole event is the 5 meter tall Christmas tree*, which will be decorated by Debbie Wingham Diamond Designer. The tree will… Read the full press release

Qantas unveils special Centenary livery on its newest 787 Dreamliner

Seattle, Washington, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas’ newest 787 Dreamliner has rolled out of the paint shop at Boeing’s factory in Washington State today, wearing a special Centenary livery to celebrate the flying kangaroo’s 100th year in the skies. Qantas will turn 99 in November, and as it enters its 100th year of operations,… Read the full press release

The first ‘SPORTSTECH’ edition of the UNWTO’s Tourism Tech Adventures initiative at the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macau, SAR

Macau, SAR, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The growing sports tourism sector took centre stage at the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macau, SAR with the first ‘SPORTSTECH’ edition of the World Tourism Organization’s Tourism Tech Adventures initiative celebrating the most disruptive ideas and innovators from around the world. This served as the ideal backdrop… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with BRIC’s limited edition pink themed amenity kits

Airline committed to raise awareness of breast cancer through its annual initiative DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways passengers travelling on long-haul flights in First Class and Business Class are being presented with BRIC’s limited edition pink themed amenity kits during the month of October, marking the airline’s annual support for… Read the full press release

Oman Air’s football team wins the Aviation Football Cup 2019

MUSCAT, Oman, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air’s football team has won the Aviation Football Cup 2019, held in Barcelona Spain from 2 – 6 October, by defeating Ekaterinburg, a Russian team, 3-1 in the final match of the 14-team tournament. Oman Air’s Chief Executive Officer, Abdulaziz Al Raisi, was delighted with the win,… Read the full press release

The City of Chicago announces the 14 local artists and bands selected to participate in the 2019 ChicagoMade A&R Auditions

At the epic showcase of up-and-coming local talent, the artists will each perform live for A&R executives from major and independent record labels to earn possible performance and recording opportunities Chicago, IL, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce the… Read the full press release

Allegiant to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation through the sale of pink in-flight refreshments

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2019-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — During October, passengers on all Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) flights can join the fight against breast cancer by drinking pink. Allegiant is donating the proceeds from the sale of pink in-flight refreshments to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), whose mission is to provide access to early breast cancer detection, education,… Read the full press release

VisitBritain’s flagship MICE event MeetGB to be held at ICC Wales in 2020

LONDON, UK, 2019-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitBritain has today (08 October 2019) announced that its flagship annual Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) event MeetGB is being held at the Celtic Manor Resort and the recently opened International Convention Centre (ICC) in Wales in April 2020. Registration for the event is also now open… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a series of ‘Think Pink’ themed events and giveaways

The award-winning airline partners with Hamad International Airport, Qatar Aviation Services and Qatar Duty Free to support the fight against breast cancer with a series awareness events and giveaways throughout the month of October ‘Think Pink’ activities include free mammograms for employees, fundraising events for Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) and the return of the airline’s… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways invites the public to vote on the dishes to be added to its in-flight menu

Contest will determine the next additions to ANA’s in-flight menu for Premium Economy and Economy Class. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, is inviting the public to vote on which dishes will be added to its in-flight menu for Premium Economy… Read the full press release

Edmonton International Airport participated in the 100th anniversary of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Regional partners highlight tourism opportunities to European market Edmonton, AB, 2019-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Edmonton International Airport led a delegation of tourism partners to Amsterdam this weekend to participate in the 100th anniversary of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. KLM is the first airline in the world to celebrate 100 years of continuous air… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport marks the 100th birthday of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, the 7th of October, marks the 100th birthday of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the flag carrier of the Netherlands. In honour of the big day, Helsinki Airport is decorating KLM’s departure gates and offering treats to passengers. The KLM logo features an image of a crown, which… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire hosts its annual Christmas Market to raise funds for The Brain Tumour Charity

Hampshire, England, 2019-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — On Thursday, December 5, 2019, The Spa and its Courtyard at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire will be transformed into a festive wonderland as the Hotel hosts its annual Christmas Market, featuring a range of gifts from its favourite beauty, wellness and home-ware lines. Once again the special event will be… Read the full press release

Cruzeiro Safaris offers advice on spotting of wildlife in Kenya National park

NAIROBI, Kenya, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Visiting Kenya’s parks and reserves, one will be spending a lot time craning their necks and keeping watchful eyes out of animals and birds. There are a few tell signs to note, as well as a few things one can do to maximize the chances of spotting the… Read the full press release

Over 1,000 former Thomas Cook and supply chain employees attended employment fair at Manchester Airport

Manchester, UK, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — An employment fair which took place at Manchester Airport last week (Thursday 3 October) was attended by over 1,000 former Thomas Cook and supply chain employees. Following the announcement on 23 September that the company had entered compulsory liquidation, public and private partners worked together to host the… Read the full press release

U.S. delegation meets with the World Tourism Organization

Madrid, Spain, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — A high-level delegation from the United States Department of State has met with head of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as the country moves closer to rejoining the United Nations specialized agency for tourism. Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs Kevin Moley and Assistant Secretary for… Read the full press release

IATA commended the significant progress made at the 40th Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization

Montreal, Canada, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) commended the significant progress made by governments at the 40th Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Environment was at the top of the agenda, and after some robust discussions between states, there were two critical outcomes:  The ICAO Council will… Read the full press release

British Airways welcomed British Athletics home after their historic wins in Doha

LONDON, UK, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways gave British Athletics a golden welcome home after their historic wins in Doha. Sprinter Dina Asher-Smith gave her trademark smile after being welcomed into the First cabin for the flight home, where her meals were gilded in gold leaf, she was showered in golden confetti by… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways is the official airline sponsor of the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe 2019

The award-winning airline is proud sponsor of the prestigious international horse racing event Qatar Airways operates 26 weekly service to two gateways in France: Paris and Nice DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to be the official airline sponsor of one of the world’s most prestigious racing events on… Read the full press release

SFO conducts annual full-scale emergency drill to ensure highest level of readiness

Simulated terror attack tests emergency response, coordination between agencies SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) completed its annual emergency exercise today (October 2, 2019), simulating a terrorist attack involving chemical weapons on board an aircraft to test emergency procedures for communication, incident command, and coordination between multiple… Read the full press release

PATA recognized the accomplishments of PATA Chapters and Student Chapter in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) honoured the accomplishments of three PATA Chapters and one Student Chapter in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan on Saturday, September 21 during the PATA Board Dinner and Chapter Awards Presentation, hosted by Kazakh Tourism. PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy said, “The PATA Chapters and Student Chapters willingly… Read the full press release

What Top Tourism Boards Can Teach Us About Digital

MADRID, Spain, 2019-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — There are an unlimited number of online resources travellers can use to plan and book their holidays. Platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and TripAdvisor are great sources of information and inspiration, but with so much potential coming from digital channels, destinations should be able to provide the… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport’s Runway Run charity event raised fund to support SUHANJ! Foundation

Budapest, Hungary, 2019-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport handed over 24 571 EUR (more than 8.2 million HUF) today (2019.10.02) to the SUHANJ! Foundation, which provides sporting opportunities for disabled people and persons with reduced mobility. The amount was collected from registration fees for the Runway Run, a charity running race organized for the seventh time. More than 1100 runners, including… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts Masters of Craft” series

  Complimentary cooking classes, wine tastings and more for fall guests Austin, U.S.A, 2019-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Autumn is the ideal time to fall for Austin, with sunny skies and mild temperatures providing the perfect backdrop for a variety of seasonal activities and events. Plus, new this year, guests at Four Seasons Hotel Austin can… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle announces charity event Run of Hope Seattle on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at Seward Park

Seattle, U.S.A., 2019-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Run of Hope Seattle, an annual 5K run and 3K walk to benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Fund (PBTRF), will hold its 11th annual Run of Hope on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at Seward Park. A partnership built on hope, the collaboration between Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and the PBTRF is… Read the full press release

UK expects rise in visits from China for the upcoming China National Day and the Golden Week

The UK could look forward to a rise in visits from China in the coming week as China National Day and the Golden Week holiday get underway. LONDON, UK, 2019-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Golden Week is a prime time of travel for the Chinese and more are choosing to visit the UK than… Read the full press release