Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to Bring Coastal Elegance to Pacific Grove, California with New Boutique Hotel

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New-build hotel breaks ground; embraces coastal city’s bespoke neighborhood vibe ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio, breaks ground for a new, boutique hotel in the Northern California coastal community of Pacific Grove, on the storied Monterey Peninsula. Marking the boutique… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition Join Forces to Reforest the World

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Partnership to help restore an estimated 1.5 million trees around the world ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced a partnership with Mastercard’s Priceless Planet Coalition to turn guest spending into support of reforestation projects around the world. During the month of October,… Read the full news article

Related Group and Hilton Unveil Waldorf Astoria Residences in Pompano Beach, South Florida’s Newest Luxury Residential Address

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Pompano Beach will be the first stand‑alone residences to enter the portfolio and cement the picturesque oceanfront village as luxury hotspot MIAMI, FL, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Powerhouse developers Related Group (Related) and Merrimac Ventures alongside hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Residences, located in South Florida’s emerging market of Pompano Beach. Directly… Read the full news article

Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) Welcomes Visitors to Its New Educational and Immersive Visitor Centre on World Animal Day

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Immersive experiences for visitors to the UAE’s first National Park Dubai, UAE, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) can now enjoy an immersive introduction to the UAE’s indigenous flora and fauna, learn about the Reserve, its work to conserve this beautiful but fragile ecosystem, and more, at… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris Celebrates Pastry Chef Michael Bartocetti as 2023’s Best in Le Chef Awards

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Michael Bartocetti’s talent has once again been recognized, making the chef as one of the most awarded pastry chefs of his generation Paris, France, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris announces that Michael Bartocetti has been elected Pastry Chef of the Year 2023 by his peers at the “Trophées Le Chef” ceremony, attended by more… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Earns Top Honors in 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

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Celebrating the world’s top hotels, resorts, islands, and more Palm Beach, U.S.A., 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach recognized once again as the #1 Resort in Florida and now within the 20 best resorts  in the world. “Being the first place… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club Claims Top Honors in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

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Commending the World’s Best Hotels, Resorts, and more Surfside, Florida, U.S.A., 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club recognized as the #1 Hotel in Florida for a second year on a row and within the best in the world. The… Read the full news article

Celebrity Chef Nobu Returns to Doha for Exclusive Culinary Events at Nobu Restaurant

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Chef Nobu in town from October 4 to 7, 2023 Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-04 — /Travel PR News/ — When Nobu Doha first opened in 2015 at Four Seasons Hotel Doha, it took the city by storm. The largest Nobu restaurant in the world sitting just offshore on its own private peninsula, its design by the Rockwell Group, inspired… Read the full news article

British Airways Unveils Stylish and Sustainable New Uniform Collection for its Global Team

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British Airways has unveiled a new uniform for the first time in nearly 20 years Designed by British, Ghanaian Savile Row fashion designer and tailor Ozwald Boateng, OBE, Boateng spent time shadowing colleagues in their roles at the airline to create the unique collection More than 1,500 British Airways’ colleagues inputted into the design and… Read the full news article

TUI Group Expands Tech Capabilities with New ‘Digital Hub Porto’ in Portugal

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Delivery and quality of new digital products and services are key for transformation into global digital travel and leisure platform company Strong TUI footprint in Portugal expanded: popular holiday destination and digital innovation centre Future of tourism in focus: TUI Group’s work on mobile app, payments and artificial intelligence supported and driven by teams in… Read the full news article

Emirates Celebrates Decade of Direct Flights Between Milan and New York, Connecting Key Trade and Tourism Hubs

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1.8 million passengers have travelled with Emirates on the route since operations began in 2013 Airline has facilitated trade between Italy, the US and the rest of the world by uplifting over 37,000 tonnes of export cargo over the past ten years Milan, New York, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest… Read the full news article

Emirates Receives 2024 APEX World Class Airline Award for Outstanding Customer Service and Passenger Experience

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Dubai, UAE, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has recently been crowned as a 2024 APEX World Class Airline winner for mastering guest experience and delivering outstanding customer service, at the 2024 APEX/IFSA Awards held in Long Beach, California. Evaluated through a comprehensive audit of quality of service, safety, and health control initiatives, Emirates is one of just… Read the full news article

Emirates Signs Agreement with Shell Aviation for Sustainable Aviation Fuel at Dubai Hub

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Over 300,000 gallons of blended SAF to be supplied by Shell Aviation to Emirates for use at its Dubai (DXB) hub Agreement includes Emirates using Avelia platform for tracking SAF delivery and its environmental attributes. DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced an agreement with Shell Aviation for the supply of… Read the full news article

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Expands Fleet to Meet Growing Demand for Ultra-Low-Fare Travel

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The national airline adds a new state-of-the-art Airbus A321 aircraft to its modern and sustainable fleet, taking total aircraft to 11 Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE and the second largest airline in Abu Dhabi by seat capacity, has announced the addition… Read the full news article

London Luton Airport Leads European Airports in Adoption of Next-Generation Aircraft for Reduced Emissions

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Luton, UK, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — More flights at London Luton Airport (LLA) were operated using quieter, more fuel efficient “next generation” aircraft this summer than at any other major European airport. Data gathered from aviation intelligence and data specialist RDC Aviation, shows that between April and August 2023, more than a third… Read the full news article

Aeroplan Launches 20th Anniversary Points Matching Week to Support Children’s Hospital Transportation Program

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Aeroplan Points Matching Week takes place from October 2 – 8 Aeroplan points donated to the Air Canada Foundation’s Hospital Transportation Program will be matched by Aeroplan and its partners TD, CIBC, and Avis Budget Group All donated points benefit the Hospital Transportation Program, connecting children with the medical care they need away from home  MONTREAL,… Read the full news article

Teleport and SF Airlines Forge Strategic Air Cargo Partnership

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Partnership with SF Airlines strengthens connectivity between China and Southeast Asia, and opens new opportunities to the U.S. and European markets SF Airlines gains access to Teleport’s logistics capabilities to support international expansion into Southeast Asia Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Teleport, the market leader for air logistics in Southeast Asia,… Read the full news article

KLM Announces Winter Schedule Updates

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2023-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM’s winter schedule this season will run from Sunday, 29 October 2023 to Sunday, 31 March 2024. The French city of Marseille has been added to the network. KLM is also offering over 20% more seats to Canada this winter compared to last year. Over the winter… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways Unveils Expo 2023 Doha Aircraft, Showcasing Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation

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A330-300 Expo 2023 Doha aircraft touches down in Doha Qatar Airways embodies commitment to sustainability and innovation with Expo-themed livery and enhanced in-flight experiences Attending the reveal were Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker; President of Ashghal, H.E. Dr. Engr. Saad Ahmed Al Mohannadi; Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport,… Read the full news article

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa Announces Geoff Pearson as New General Manager

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Hawaii, 2023-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ —  OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoff Pearson as the new General Manager of OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa on Hawaii Island. In this role, Pearson will assume the responsibility of overseeing the daily operations and management of the resort. His duties will encompass… Read the full news article

Weeva’s Julie Cheetham named Regenerative Change Maker of the Year.

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Weeva's Julie Cheetham wins Regenerative Change Maker award

New York, USA, 2023-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Julie Cheetham, the Co-founder and Managing Director of Weeva and Head of Sustainability at Nianova Advisors, was announced as Change Maker of the Year at the Regenerative Travel Impact Awards hosted on 21 September 2023 alongside Climate Week NYC.   The awards celebrate innovative projects and purpose-led individuals who… Read the full news article

Maurice J. Gallagher Reclaims CEO Role at Allegiant Travel Company as John Redmond Resigns

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Gallagher, renowned for establishing Allegiant as a leader among ultra-low-cost carriers, assumes role after John Redmond resigns LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) announced that John Redmond has resigned as chief executive officer and as a member of the Board of Directors effective immediately.  Maurice J. Gallagher, former CEO, current… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Unveils Upgraded Cabin Interior for Short- and Medium-Haul Routes, Enhancing Comfort and Convenience

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Four makes eight: Large overhead compartments hold up to twice as many suitcases For the first time on short-haul routes: holder for tablets and smartphones at every seat More legroom with new ergonomic seats  Cologne, Germany, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa guests will experience a new cabin interior on short- and medium-haul routes… Read the full news article

The Luxury Collection Partners with Global Explorer Laila Gohar to Create Whimsical Cake Installation at Prince de Galles, Paris

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PARIS, FRANCE, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces a new collaboration with Global Explorer Laila Gohar creating a transformative cake experience at Prince de Galles, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris. Known for her avant-garde culinary installations, the chef and artist… Read the full news article

Michigan’s Ford International Airport Announces Fourth Cohort of FLITE Grant Recipients for Aviation Innovation

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More than $100,000 in Grant Funds Awarded to Companies Transforming the Aviation Landscape GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, together with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Seamless Ventures, Southwest Airlines® and the West Michigan Aviation Academy, has announced the fourth cohort of companies that… Read the full news article

KLM Unveils Renovated Crown Lounges in Toronto and Houston Airports

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM recently opened two renovated Lounges at the airports of Toronto (Canada) and Houston (United States). Together with the lounges at Schiphol Airport Amsterdam, these are KLM’s only Crown Lounges worldwide. Rejuvenation of these lounges forms part of KLM’s broader strategy: “Run a great airline for our… Read the full news article

UNWTO Launches ‘Tourism Opens Minds’ Initiative to Promote Open-Minded Travel Choices

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Madrid, Spain, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO has launched a new global initiative designed to unite and encourage nations, tourism sector leaders and consumers to be more open-minded when choosing a travel destination. Announced during the World Tourism Day celebrations in Riyadh, “Tourism Opens Minds” will showcase the powerful role that tourism plays… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines Introduces Self-Bag Drop with Biometric Photo-Matching at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is now offering Guests in the Motor City a speedy, self-service option to breeze through check-in. The carrier has introduced its award-winning self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Spirit leads the way as the first airline to roll out… Read the full news article

Alaska Airlines Invests in AI Company Assaia to Enhance Turnaround Efficiency and Sustainability

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The 5th largest US airline, known for its award-winning passenger experience and genuine caring service, is set to play an important role in the ongoing optimization of turnaround operations by collaborating on the development of Assaia’s AI-based technology. Seattle-Tacoma, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Star Ventures, the investment arm of Alaska Airlines, is announcing its… Read the full news article

Midway International Airport to Introduce Its First Lounge in 2024, Enhancing Traveler Experience

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‘The Club MDW’ Will Offer Expanded Amenities and Additional Places to Work, Relax for Travelers Aboard All Carriers CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time in the airport’s 95-year history, Midway International Airport will offer a lounge to its customers starting in 2024, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department… Read the full news article