Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company announces the promotion of Jason Heath to general manager of Hershey Lodge, effective July 1, 2016

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Jason Heath to Fill Role on July 1, 2016 Hershey, Pa., 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) announced today the promotion of Jason Heath to the position of general manager of Hershey Lodge, effective July 1, 2016. Currently, Heath is managing director of resorts sales and revenue management for HE&R. Last… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rent-A-Car announces seven new Exotic Car Collection locations, including its first branch in Canada

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Seven New Locations Have Opened in the Past Six Months, Including the First Canadian Branch St. Louis, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car is giving more drivers the chance to get behind the wheel of a Maserati, Jaguar, Mercedes, or one of many other luxury vehicles. Today, the brand announced that in the past six… Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels opens Madrid Marriott Auditorium Hotel & Conference Center — its largest hotel in Europe

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MADRID, SPAIN, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Hotels, the signature brand of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), welcomed Madrid Marriott Auditorium Hotel & Conference Center to its portfolio in November 2015. Conveniently located for Madrid-Barajas Airport, the hotel is the third Marriott Hotel in Spain and is the flagship brand’s largest hotel in Europe. Formerly known… Read the full press release

Marriott International to report fourth quarter 2015 earnings results on February 17, 2016

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) will report fourth quarter 2015 earnings results on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at approximately 5:00 pm Eastern Time (ET). The company will hold a conference call for the investment community to discuss its fourth quarter 2015 earnings on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at… Read the full press release

Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel scheduled to open Spring 2016

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Scheduled to open Spring 2016, Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel will combine groundbreaking digital guest experiences with the brand’s Wanderlust design philosophy New York, NY, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Renaissance Hotels, the brand known around the world for helping the next generation of business travelers discover unexpected cultural experiences, expects to open New York City’s… Read the full press release

TravelClick Survey: Hoteliers to Capitalize on Rising Mobile Trend in 2016

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New TravelClick Survey Reveals that Hoteliers Want to Capitalize on Rising Mobile Trend Heading into New Year NEW YORK, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — According to a new TravelClick survey, more than half (57.31 percent) of hoteliers said that they are increasing their marketing budgets for 2016, with an increased spend on search engine marketing… Read the full press release

Maldives welcomes its first tourist with free holiday as part of its Visit Maldives Year 2016 campaign

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MALDIVES, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation together with Ministry of Tourism commenced the Visit Maldives Year 2016 campaign today, the 1st January 2016 by welcoming the very first tourist to visit the country of the new celebratory year. In an event organized to honour and mark the… Read the full press release

Eastern Iowa Airport: Frontier resumes nonstop service to Denver on April 14; Allegiant brings back nonstop service to Los Angeles on June 15

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Cedar Rapids, IA, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Frontier resumes its nonstop service to Denver (DEN) April 14! Flights are offered on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursdays. Go to www.FlyFrontier.com and book your tickets now! AND, that’s not all – Allegiant is bringing back its nonstop service to Los Angeles (LAX) June 15. Flights are offered… Read the full press release

GBTA Foundation’s Project ICARUS opens nominations for 2016 North American Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards

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Awards Recognize Outstanding Achievements in Furthering Sustainability in Business Travel and Meetings Alexandria, VA, 2016-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — GBTA Foundation’s Project ICARUS announces the call for applications and nominations is now open for the fourth annual Outstanding Achievement Awards for Sustainability in business travel and meetings across North America. Through these awards, GBTA Foundation looks… Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels to open Minsk Marriott Hotel in early 2016 in Belarus

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Minsk Marriott Hotel to debut in the modern capital in early 2016  Minsk, Belarus, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Hotels announces today the opening of Minsk Marriott Hotel in early 2016, as the first 5-star internationally rated hotel in Belarus. A signature Marriott greatroom lobby will welcome guests to the new hotel, which will encompass a… Read the full press release

Courtyard by Marriott opens in one of Russia’s most important historical city centres, Nizhny Novgorod

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London, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Courtyard by Marriott Nizhny Novgorod City Center opened its doors in one of Russia’s most important historical city centres on 18 December 2015. Close to the business district and attractions, including the main pedestrian street Nizhegorodsky Kremlin, the hotel, the 7thCourtyard branded hotel in Russia offers 143 rooms including… Read the full press release

Marriott Rewards members can now earn South African Airways Voyager miles for stays at Marriott hotels

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Members can earn miles for their stays and redeem points for miles through flexible program Bethesda, Md., 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Marriott Rewards, Marriott International’s award-winning loyalty program, announced that members can now earn South African Airways (SAA) Voyager miles for stays at more than 4,000 Marriott hotels across 16 distinctive global brands…. Read the full press release

AC Hotels by Marriott announces global plans for 22 new design-led hotels slated to open in 2016

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Bringing the brand’s modern European design and Spanish heritage to urban destinations around the world Bethesda, Md., 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — AC Hotels by Marriott, Marriott International, Inc.’s upper-moderate-tier lifestyle brand, today announces global plans for 22 new design-led hotels slated to open in 2016, solidifying its position as a leader in the… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels International to develop new Cambria hotel & suites at Arundel Mills in Hanover, MD

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announced it has signed an agreement to develop a new Cambria hotel & suites at Arundel Mills in Hanover, MD. The 119-room property will be located at the SW corner ofMilestone Parkway and Arundel… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Amman Guest Experience Manager Nadine Khabbaz, the first and only female in Jordan to receive Golden Keys from Les Clef D’Or

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Amman, Jordan,  2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman announces that Guest Experience Manager Nadine Khabbaz is the first and only female in Jordan to receive her Golden Keys from Les Clef D’Or, the only international association of professional hotel concierges. Khabbaz stated, “These golden keys mean the world to me. It is yet… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou Food and Beverage Director Heiko Roeder awarded Food & Beverage Hotelier of The Year at The Hotelier Awards China

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Guangzhou, China, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Heiko Roeder, Food and Beverage Director of Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, was awarded Food & Beverage Hotelier of The Year at The Hotelier Awards China held on December 10, 2015 at Four Seasons Hotel Beijing. The ceremony was attended by more 300 hoteliers and hospitality professionals to honour the… Read the full press release

Wizz Air Holdings Plc announces passenger statistics for December 2015

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WIZZ AIR GROWS PASSENGER NUMBERS BY 22% BUDAPEST, HUNGARY, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air Holdings Plc (“Wizz Air”), the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announces passenger statistics for December 2015. In December 2015, Wizz Air expanded its fleet to 65 aircraft with the arrival of its second brand… Read the full press release

VisitEngland announces the shortlist for Tourism Superstar 2016

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VisitEngland, the national tourist board has announced the shortlist for Tourism Superstar 2016. LONDON, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The tribute to tourism star players was launched in 2012 as part of English Tourism Week (this year running from 5 – 13 March) and is supported by the Daily Mirror. The campaign recognises the dedication and passion… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group opens third hotel in Bali, Ramada Bali Sunset Road Kuta

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BALI, INDONESIA, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Demonstrating strong and increasing interest in its portfolio of brands in South East Asia, Wyndham Hotel Group has introduced a third hotel in Bali, Ramada Bali Sunset Road Kuta, located in the heart of the vibrant Kuta district. Formerly the Best Western Premier Sunset Road, the 271-room… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb Snow School’s wildly popular Never Ever Days to take place on January 9 and 10

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WHISTLER, BC, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Back for its fifth consecutive year, the Whistler Blackcomb Snow School’s wildly popular Never Ever Days will take place January 9 and 10. The inception of Never Ever Days came from Whistler Blackcomb’s dedication to promote growth in the sport of skiing and snowboarding. Open to 450… Read the full press release

Hyatt opens Hyatt Place Goa/Candolim in Goa, India

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CHICAGO, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Goa/Candolim is the newest Hyatt-branded hotel to officially open in Goa, India. The hotel brings the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities to the Goa area. This is the fourth Hyatt Placehotel to open in India, joining Hyatt Place Hampi, Hyatt Place Pune/Hinjewadi and… Read the full press release

More than 4,000 new employees to be hired by Lufthansa Group in 2016

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2,800 flight attendants wanted at various locations. Eurowings and Austrian Airlines are hiring 240 pilots. More jobs for ground staff and trainees with airlines and Lufthansa Group service companies. Cologne, Germany, 2016-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa Group is hiring more than 4,000 new employees in 2016, giving the organization a top position amongst… Read the full press release

CDA announces the retirement of Dr. John Zautcke, head of O’Hare Medical Clinic

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CHICAGO, 2016-1-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announces the retirement of Dr. John Zautcke, head of the University of Illinois – Chicago  (UIC) Clinic at O’Hare International Airport. He will step down from his position today after 20 years on the job. Only a handful of airports in the United… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways introduces daily non-stop service between Los Angeles and Hamad International Airport in Doha

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The Airline Commences First Daily Flight to US West Coast 8th US Destination Overall with Expansion Set for Boston & Atlanta in 2016 Los Angeles, USA, 2016-1-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways rang in the New Year with a new daily, non-stop service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) in… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways launches A350 service from Doha’s Hamad International Airport to Philadelphia

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New Aircraft Features Reduced Emissions, Superior Comfort and Less Jetlag Continues Airline’s Expansion and Enhancement of Services in the USA Philadelphia, USA, 2016-1-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the launch customer of the A350 and the first airline to land the A350 in the United States, achieved another milestone by being the first airline to… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2015 financial results on Jan. 21, 2016

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SEATTLE, 2016-1-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2015 financial results on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016. A conference call is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. Pacific time/11:30 a.m. Eastern time. Interested parties… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines announces the appointment of Robert L. Fornaro as President and Chief Executive Officer

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MIRAMAR, Fla., 2016-1-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines, Inc. (NASDAQ:SAVE) today announced Robert L. Fornaro has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Fornaro, a seasoned airline executive with more than 35 years of experience in a variety of senior leadership and advisory roles, succeeds Ben Baldanza, who joined Spirit in… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines’s first Embraer 195 named “Central Europe” took off for its inaugural flight to Stuttgart

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• Launch of medium-haul fleet renewal: almost new Embraer jets to replace the Fokker fleet • Embraer aircraft going to operate flights to Central and Eastern Europe e.g. Belgrade, Warsaw and Tirana, but also to Hamburg, Thessaloniki and on many more routes • 200 pilots, 600 flight attendants and about 80 technicians being trained for… Read the full press release

Over 135 more chargers for at least another 260 electric vehicles to be installed at Heathrow

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Progress reports against Heathrow’s 2015 ‘blueprint’ commitments to reduce airport noise, emissions and traffic are published today CEO signals even more ambitious plans for Heathrow to be environmentally responsible LONDON, 2016-1-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The go-ahead to install over 135 more chargers for at least another 260 electric vehicles has been given today… Read the full press release