ACI highlighted the importance of investing in non-aeronautical and commercial revenue streams at the 2019 ACI Africa Regional Conference and Exhibition

2019 ACI Africa Regional Conference and Exhibition held in Luxor, Egypt Luxor, Egypt, 2019-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — As African airports seek to respond to the challenges of the rapid growth in demand for air services, Airports Council International (ACI) World today (March 6, 2019) emphasized the importance of investing in non-aeronautical and commercial revenue… Read the full press release

Hilton SEA F&B Masters 2018/2019 winners announced

Finals culminated in Kota Kinabalu, unveiling top food and beverage talent from Hilton hotels in the region KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia, 2019-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has announced the winners of the fifth annual South East Asia (SEA) F&B Masters following the competition’s grand finale in Hilton Kota Kinabalu on 28 and 29 January 2019. Over the last… Read the full press release

Executive Chef Shaiful Kassim represented Millennium Hilton Bangkok in the 2019 Bangkok Chefs Charity fundraising gala dinner

BANGKOK, Thailand, 2019-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Executive Chef Shaiful Kassim of Millennium Hilton Bangkok joined 21 chefs from the hospitality industry in Thailand and Thai Airways International to present their culinary talents, crafting 11-course epicurean menus in the 2019 Bangkok Chefs Charity fundraising gala dinner. The gourmet menus use the best quality imported products alongside pesticide-free… Read the full press release

Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe partners with Mattel to celebrate Barbie’s 60th anniversary

In honor of Barbie®’s 60th anniversary, Mattel has converted a guest room into the iconic doll’s DreamCamper MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, 2019-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Celebrating the internationally recognized fashion doll’s 60th anniversary, Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe has partnered with Mattel to transform one of the hotel’s spacious guest rooms into the ultimate Barbie® glamping experience for… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport hosted 170 national school pupils for the sixth annual Schools Band Spectacular

Shannon, Ireland, 2019-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport was stirring up the atmosphere yesterday ahead of the big rugby weekend as over 170 national school pupils had the terminal building resounding to the strains of Ireland’s Call and Amhrán na bhFiann. Five days out from the crucial clash with France, students from Ennis, St…. Read the full press release

Emirates and Dubai Future Accelerators announce launch of the sixth cohort of the Accelerators programme

Cohort dedicated exclusively to addressing three challenges outlined by Emirates Seven teams will work with the airline over the next nine weeks Dubai, U.A.E., 2019-Mar-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Dubai Future Accelerators an initiative of Dubai Future Foundation have launched the sixth cohort of the Accelerators programme with an opening ceremony to welcome… Read the full press release

Rosewood Mayakoba hosted its inaugural Yo ♥ Mexico celebration

Riviera Maya, Mexico, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — This past weekend, Rosewood Mayakoba commemorated the unique culture and rich diversity of Mexico by hosting its inaugural Yo ♥ Mexico celebration.  From February 22-24, guests joined Executive Chef Juan Pablo Loza alongside acclaimed chefs Rick Bayless, Edgar Nuñez and Javier Plascencia for a weekend of festivities… Read the full press release

Jumeirah Carlton Tower celebrates 1960s heritage with Mary Quant Me package

London, UK, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Carlton Tower is once again embracing its 1960s heritage, as the nearby Victoria and Albert Museum prepares for the launch of its forthcoming Mary Quant exhibition. The luxury Knightsbridge hotel’s Mary Quant Me package is an opportunity for guests to enjoy a 1960s revival lunch in The Rib… Read the full press release

Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel marks the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth with a Victorian-inspired Penny Farthing and Picnic package

London, UK, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel, the boutique gem nestled in the heart of London’s Belgravia, is marking the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth with a Victorian-inspired Penny Farthing and Picnic package. The once-in-a-lifetime experience includes a quintessentially British picnic hamper prepared by the hotel’s chefs, alongside the opportunity to learn… Read the full press release

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts celebrates Vitality Week with activities and services designed for “Body and Soul Spring Cleaning”

Celebrating Vitality Week March 21-26, 2017 Paris, France, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The first day of Spring is a revitalizing time when thoughts are light, hearts grow warm and in many parts of the world the annual shedding of woolly, winter layers begins. As days become longer and brighter, Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts shares… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport to host art works of local artists at new semi-permanent exhibitions

New semi-permanent installations complement airport’s rotating art INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Three Indianapolis-area artists will showcase their creative work at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) via two new, semi-permanent art installations and a new video. The pieces serve to highlight the artists’ interpretations of everyday reality. “We believe in creating a… Read the full press release

Sustainability, digitalization and mobility highlighted at The 4th edition of the UNWTO Euro-Asian Mountain Tourism Conference

Madrid, Spain, 2019-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The 4th edition of the UNWTO Euro-Asian Mountain Tourism Conference (2-5 March 2019, Berchtesgaden, Germany) highlighted the need for collective efforts in overcoming current challenges that mountain destinations are facing to adapt to new consumer trends and market changes, to address seasonality by diversifying tourism products in an… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin will devote an international platform to Technology, Tours & Activities (TTA) segment for the first time

High exhibitor demand – some 10,000 exhibiting companies from 181 countries and regions – Malaysia is the Official Partner Country – ITB to announce the launch of ITB India 2020 – New Technology, Tours & Activities segment – Also new: the ITB Virtual Reality Lab – ITB Berlin Convention: high-ranking international speakers – Environmental sustainability,… Read the full press release

British Airways welcomes its first Cabin Crew Apprentices to mark the start of National Apprenticeship Week

British Airways welcomes its first ever Cabin Crew Apprentices this week The airline is also taking on almost 50 former Monarch Engineering Apprentices Seven apprenticeship programmes are now open for applications LONDON, UK, 2019-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark the start of National Apprenticeship Week, British Airways is welcoming its first Cabin Crew Apprentices… Read the full press release

British Airways marked International Wheelchair Day by upgrading a number of customers to Club World (Business)

LONDON, UK, 2019-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways celebrated International Wheelchair Day by upgrading a number of customers on long-haul flights from its World Traveller cabin (economy) to Club World (Business). The gestures are part of the airline’s #BAMagic100 campaign; British Airways’ commitment to mark its Centenary year with 100 acts of kindness. The… Read the full press release

CDA releases schedule of career fairs for 2019

CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today released a schedule of career fairs it will host throughout the City of Chicago in 2019. A series of citywide career fairs will help connect residents with job and career opportunities powered by O’Hare and Midway International Airports. The 2019 career… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to unveil its enhanced Economy Class product at ITB Berlin 2019

The exhibition, taking place from 6-10 March 2019, will showcase the airline’s latest product developments, innovative technology and design Visitors to ITB Berlin are invited to Qatar Airways’ stand to experience the airline’s world-renowned hospitality DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce that it will unveil its enhanced… Read the full press release

Rachid Hanbali’s exhibition showcasing the beauty of Morocco at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

To start the year in style, art lovers are invited to discover the new Rachid Hanbali’s exhibition showcasing the beauty of Morocco Marrakech, Morocco, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate his artistic return to Morocco, the painter Rachid Hanbali takes over Four Seasons Resort Marrakech. Originally from Morocco and now living between London and… Read the full press release

‘PATA Human Capacity Building Programme’ with the theme Risk Mitigation and Crisis Recovery Management from April 17-18, 2019 in Sabah, Malaysia

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Risk Mitigation and Crisis Recovery Management will be the theme of the upcoming ‘PATA Human Capacity Building Programme’ in Sabah, Malaysia. Hosted by the Sabah Tourism Board (STB), the two-day intensive workshop will be held on April 17-18, 2019 at the Marriott Hotel Kota Kinabalu. “Global economic losses… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin: First ITB Virtual Reality Lab to highlight the prospects for VR and AR in tourism

First ITB Virtual Reality Lab at the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show – In Hall 10.2 experts highlight the prospects for VR and AR in tourism and offer an insight into the latest technologies and projects – Visitors can explore ITB Berlin with Pokémon GO Berlin, Germany, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Virtual Reality instead of… Read the full press release

Basque Culinary Center and UNWTO to co-organize the 5th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in San Sebastián, Spain, 2-3 May 2019

Madrid, Spain, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Basque Culinary Center (BCC) are co-organizing the 5th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism, on 2-3 May 2019 in San Sebastián, Spain. The Forum is supported by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism of Spain, the Basque Government, the Provincial… Read the full press release

IATA at AVSEC World conference in Miami: stakeholders must focus on global standards, information-sharing, risk-based analysis and emerging threats to secure aviation

Miami, FL, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on industry and governments to work together more closely to keep aviation secure in the face of evolving security threats and the forecast doubling of passenger demand to reach 8.2 billion by 2037. “Flying is secure. But keeping it that way… Read the full press release

KUTX Live at Four Seasons Hotel Austin to benefit the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, March 13-16, 2019

Eclectic mix includes Wyclef Jean, Patty Griffin, Steve Earle and Andrew Bird Austin, U.S.A, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — South by Southwest’s longest running event aimed at locals will return next month as Four Seasons Hotel Austin joins together with KUTX 98.9, the Austin Music Experience, for four days of live performances benefiting the Health Alliance… Read the full press release

Silversea’s Tale of Tales World Cruise 2019 continues to entertain guests with range of enrichments events—both onboard and shoreside

Monaco, France, 2019-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea’s guests continue to enjoy a range of enrichments aboard the Tale of Tales World Cruise 2019, including a range of enrichment events—both onboard and shoreside— including fascinating lectures from the voyage’s esteemed ‘Tale Tellers.’ Pico Iyer, Saroo Brierley, Harold Koda, and Laksmi Pamuntjak have each joined the… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways celebrates Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition with a fashion show on board its state-of-the-art G650 private jet

The National Carrier of the State of Qatar hosted a stylish event on board the airline’s ultra-modern Qatar Executive G650 private jet, showcasing stunning pieces by Chinese designers Grace Chen and Beau Han Xu DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate this year’s Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE), Qatar Airways hosted… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport outstanding young heroes at Clare Garda Divisional Youth Awards

Shannon, Ireland, 2019-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — County Clare’s bravest and most outstanding young, unsung heroes have been honoured at the fourth annual Shannon Airport sponsored Clare Garda Divisional Youth Awards in Ennis. The roll of honour included two Special Achievement, two Individual, one Community Safety and two Youth Group awards, which went to teenagers… Read the full press release

Emirates to showcase its Airbus A380 at the first ever Saudi International Airshow

DUBAI, U.A.E., 2019-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will be showcasing its flagship Airbus A380 for two days at the first ever Saudi International Airshow. The popular double-decker aircraft will be on display on March 12th and 13th at Al Thumamah Airport in Riyadh, giving visitors the opportunity to tour its interior and experience its… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports celebrates Kuwait National Day

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2019-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports has participated in the celebration of Kuwait National Day, which falls on February 25. Travelers from Kuwait passing through Abu Dhabi International Airport were welcomed with Kuwaiti flags, an assortment of sweets and other activities. The special Kuwait National Day activities come… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin: global medical tourism industry is currently worth around 100 billion dollars; Forecasts for 2025 see growth reaching up to 25 per cent

Increase in international exhibitors at the Medical Tourism Pavilion – Presentations and discussion rounds on new trends and developments in the medical tourism market – New: meeting place of the European Medical Buyers’ Initiative Berlin, Germany, 2019-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The world of medical tourism has long become globalised: according to the latest report… Read the full press release

British Airways marks its centenary with British European Airways livery

British European Airways (BEA) will be the next heritage livery to take to the skies on an Airbus 319 Aircraft goes in to the paint bay this weekend, and will return to Heathrow next month News comes after crowds gather to watch arrival of the BOAC Boeing 747 on Monday Heritage liveries entering service as… Read the full press release