Omaha Marathon Named Nebraska USA Track & Field Marathon Championship Omaha, NE, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Omaha Marathon, presented by HITS Endurance, has been awarded the 2016 Nebraska USA Track & Field Marathon Championship. The 26.2 mile race will take place Sunday, September 18, 2016 at TD Ameritrade Park in downtown Omaha, Nebraska… Read the full press release
STEVENS POINT, Wis., 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Omaha, a city very familiar with hosting Olympic Trials, has been selected as the site for the 2018 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Curling. “We are very excited about the potential for our sport’s growth in Omaha and across the United States as we bring the upcoming… Read the full press release
Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Air New Zealand has teamed up with Hollywood actress Anna Faris and New Zealand actor and comedic legend Rhys Darby for its latest safety video, Safety in Hollywood. The video, shot at Warner Bros. Studios in Los Angeles, explores several different Hollywood film genres as Darby tries to convince… Read the full press release
Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Award-winning restaurateur Michael Meredith is set to take his culinary expertise to the skies as Air New Zealand’s newest consultant chef. Renowned for his adventurous approach to food and degustation menus at Auckland’s fine dining restaurant Merediths, the Samoan-born chef will work with the airline to design dishes for… Read the full press release
Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — In a first for airlines in the South Pacific, Air New Zealand is giving customers the freedom to use Bluetooth devices ‘gate to gate’ across its entire fleet. In line with the airline’s commitment to drive innovation, from Thursday customers flying on any service across the airline’s domestic and… Read the full press release
Mumbai, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — JetPrivilege, the loyalty and rewards management and frequent flyer programme of Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline has crossed a significant milestone of five million programme members. Since its launch, the JetPrivilege programme has stayed true to its simple but powerful consumer value proposition of earning and redeeming JPMiles… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Prague invites younger fans and parents alike to experience this beautiful city’s iconic sights through a two-night Prague Treasure Hunt package. Families booking the package will enjoy the comforts of one of the hotel’s historical rooms or suites, a fun-filled Treasure Hunt adventure and an… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — This autumn Mandarin Oriental, Geneva will host acclaimed Swiss Michelin-starred Chef, Anton Mosimann, for two days of high-end gastronomy. The founder of Cuisine Naturelle and chef to British royalty will prepare his signature dishes for guests at the hotel’s La Riviera restaurant on 22 and 23 September… Read the full press release
Grumeti, Tanzania, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita Grumeti Tanzania has once again affirmed its status as one of Africa’s leading safari experiences, after scooping the top spot in the Best Safari Lodges in Africa category in this year’s Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. The announcement was made last week in New York. The award is… Read the full press release
New York, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) and the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today a partnership extension that will make the global hotel company a partner of several league events, including NBA House Rio, NBA All-Star, and select NBA Global Games. In addition, Marriott International will become an… Read the full press release
Bethesda, MD, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) board members, Ms. Mary K. Bush and Ms. Debra L. Lee, have been recognized by Savoy Magazine as two of this year’s Most Influential Black Corporate Directors. The list, included as part of Savoy Magazine’s Summer 2016 issue, is considered by the… Read the full press release
Bethesda, Maryland, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — TownePlace Suites by Marriott® and Weber-Stephen Products LLC are joining forces to raise the stakes on year-round BBQ experiences for travelers. Starting today, the extended-stay hotel brand will roll out new high-end Weber stainless steel Summit® Gas Grills at more than 100 hotels across the U.S. and… Read the full press release
LANGLEY, UK, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for global travel and tourism industry, today announced the appointment of Scott Forbes to its Board of Directors. He replaces Gregory Blank from Blackstone who has tendered his resignation to the Board following Blackstone’s… Read the full press release
LANGLEY, UK, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform and Aeroflot, Russia’s national carrier and largest airline, have today announced a new, long-term, full content agreement. The renewal builds upon the two companies’ long standing relationship and demonstrates commitment to the travel agency community, which can continue to access Aeroflot’s… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Corporate customers can now use the AirPlus business travel payments solution to access car rental in many more global destinations with the integration of Enterprise Rent-A-Car,National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car, the three wholly-owned brands of Enterprise Holdings Inc. The partnership allows AirPlus users to access the… Read the full press release
Washington DC, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The U.S. Senate last week unanimously passed S.Res. 486, commemorating Cruise Travel Professional Month in October 2016 and acknowledging the creativity and professionalism of the men and women of the cruise travel professional community. The resolution was introduced by Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), with co-sponsoring Senators Bill Cassidy… Read the full press release
KIEV, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — July 20, 2016, Ukraine International Airlines received the brand new Boeing 737-800 NG aircraft manufactured at Boeing facilities in Seattle, the US. The new Boeing 737-800 NG aircraft can accommodate 186 passengers in two class seating configuration. The aircraft passed an official registration procedure in Ukraine and received the… Read the full press release
KIEV, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ukraine International Airlines introduce Business Smart fares and offer early bookers, departing from the cities of Ukraine, to purchase Business Class tickets at attractive prices. Planning their trips in advance and purchasing Business Class tickets for UIA services on UIA website www.flyuia.com, at UIA Contact Center, as well as… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today confirmed that, subject to contract, EU funds will be made available to the CAA to help GA pilots and private aircraft owners move to 8.33 kHz radios. All aircraft registered in the EU that use radios need to be equipped with… Read the full press release
Oman Air Unveils Junior Sindbad Flyer Campaign Muscat, Oman, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air is making air travel even more exciting for its young customers. The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman is inviting passengers between four and 12 years of age to participate in a campaign and win a free flight!… Read the full press release
COLOGNE, GERMANY, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The FC Bayern Munich will depart on a Lufthansa Airbus A340 on 25 July for an eleven-day USA trip on the “FCB Audi Summer Tour 2016”. To mark the occasion, the long-haul aircraft with the registration D-AIHK has been covered in a special FC Bayern Munich design…. Read the full press release
MESA, Ariz., 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — City of Mesa Mayor John Giles today was elected chair of the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority. The Airport Authority board elects the chair and other officers from the six board members on an annual basis. Newly appointed Gilbert Mayor Jenn Daniels will serve as vice-chair, City of Apache Junction… Read the full press release
MALDIVES, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — From India to Paris, London to New York, and now to a speck of sand in the stunning Indian Ocean, luxury leather brand, Nappa Dori, is set to bring a touch of vintage elegance to PER AQUUM Huvafen Fushi in the Maldives this August. As part of PULSE, PER… Read the full press release
Moscow, RUSSIA, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — PJSC Aeroflot (Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) and Jumeirah Group today announce the launch of a joint project as part of the Aeroflot Bonus programme. Aeroflot Bonus members will receive one mile for each US dollar spent in a Jumeirah hotel anywhere in the world. Jumeirah Group will offer… Read the full press release
Moscow, RUSSIA, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — PJSC Aeroflot (Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) today announces a promotional cooperation with TripAdvisor to encourage passengers to share opinions and better understand the value of their flight experience, and help Aeroflot continue refining its already market-leading customer service offering. Aeroflot will encourage passengers to write candid reviews of… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2106 PATA Grand and Gold Awards. Proudly supported and sponsored by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) for the last 21 years, this year’s awards recognise the achievements of 26 separate organisations and individuals. PATA will present 31 Grand… Read the full press release
UPGRADES FOR BUSINESS MORE FLEXIBLE Lisbon, Portugal, 2016-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — TAP launches this month the service “TAP Upgrades”, which simplifies the process of upgrading tickets from economy to business class, reaching all Clients. With a new format and appealing prices, upgrades can now be made in three different ways, anytime you contact the… Read the full press release
A Guide to the best of Europe’s Christmas Markets by rail LONDON, 2016-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Now that travel bookings are open for the Christmas period, it’s the perfect time to plan a festive getaway to Europe with Eurostar. Holidaymakers looking to experience the magic of Christmas can choose from a range of traditional… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2016-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains has today launched a toolkit for businesses which offers practical advice on hiring ex-offenders. The train company, which is part-owned by Richard Branson, is calling for more businesses to follow their example and employ people with previous convictions. In the past 3 years, Virgin Trains on the… Read the full press release
CONLEY TERMINAL CONTINUES TO SEE LARGER CONTAINER SHIPS AS INDUSTRY LOOKS TO THE FUTURE BOSTON, 2016-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — COSCOCS, one of the largest container operators in the world, upgraded its service into the Port of Boston Sunday with a vessel that can carry more than 8,500 TEUs (20-foot equivalent units), Conley’s largest… Read the full press release