Iberia, Amadeus and Spanish Committee of UNICEF joint micro-donation initiative helped Iberia ticket buyers donate EUR 200,000 to UNICEF in 2014

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Donations go directly to the “100% Vaccinated Children” campaign, aimed at eradicating polio and providing immunity to other diseases. Thanks to the programme, 600,000 children in Chad have been vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, polio, whooping cough, tuberculosis, and measles. Madrid, Spain, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A year ago Iberia, the Amadeus travel reservation company… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide added 232-unit apartment complex in Dallas, Texas to its global portfolio

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LOS ANGELES, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 232- unit apartment complex in Dallas, Texas to its global portfolio. The property, newly named Oakwood Dallas Uptown, is located in a high demand, upscale and walkable neighborhood in the heart of North Dallas…. Read the full press release

Emirates, Boeing and Another Joy Foundation to transport critically-needed blankets and sleeping bags to Iraq

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Airline and Boeing (NYSE:BA) partnered with a US-based non-profit organization, Another Joy Foundation, to transport a consignment of critically-needed blankets and sleeping bags on board the airline’s newly delivered Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range). This is the sixth time since 2009 that Emirates and Boeing have collaborated to transport… Read the full press release

Emirates announced third daily service to Birmingham Airport

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has announced a third daily service to Birmingham Airport, becoming the first airline to offer a direct First Class service to the region. Commencing Saturday 1st August 2015, Emirates flight EK41, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, will depart Dubai… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation: United Airlines to launch new nonstop flights between its Chicago hub at O’Hare International Airport and Rome on May 16, 2015

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CHICAGO, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines will launch new nonstop flights between its Chicago hub at O’Hare International Airport and Rome on May 16, 2015, subject to government approval. The summer-season service will operate five-times-weekly through June 3, daily from June 4 to Aug. 17, and six-times-weekly from Aug. 18 through Sept. 23,… Read the full press release

Metrolink to operate Sunday schedule on Thursday, Dec 25 and modified schedule on Thursday, Jan. 1

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People can take Metrolink, Metro to 2015 Tournament of Roses® celebrations LOS ANGELES, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink will operate a Sunday schedule on the San Bernardino and Antelope Valley lines on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, and operate a modified schedule on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1, which will allow people to attend… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International: TRYP by Wyndham y la fundación Pequeño Deseo se unen esta Navidad para Cumplir Deseos

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Mallorca, España, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — TRYP by Wyndham, marca urbana de Meliá Hotels International, se ha unido a la Fundación Pequeño Deseo con el objetivo de lograr que niños con enfermedades crónicas o de mal pronóstico vean cumplidos sus sueños y deseos. Desde el año 2009, Meliá Hotels International cuenta con un… Read the full press release

RCI and China Daily to jointly promote awareness and recognition of shared ownership in China

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Singapore, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, recently announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China Daily that formalizes a commitment to jointly promote awareness and recognition of shared ownership to China’s local government, commercial developers and general public. The agreement builds on a common goal to… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership hosted “An American Christmas: Gigging & Grubbing,” at Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort in Oceanside, California

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Featured Artists Include Plain White T’s, Amalia, Pawnshop Kings and BJ Thomas ORLANDO, Fla., 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), recently hosted filming and production of a holiday television special titled “An American Christmas: Gigging… Read the full press release

The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation (WBF) awarded more than $250,000 in charitable grants to Sea to Sky non-profit organizations

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WHISTLER, BC, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ —  The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation (WBF) has awarded more than $250,000 in charitable grants to Sea to Sky non-profit organizations, more than double what was granted this time last Fall. This was due in part to our SKYHIGH fundraising event this past June and our record breaking summer golf… Read the full press release

YYC: The Federal government launched new Holiday Travel Portal to benefit NEXUS members and other low-risk Trusted Travellers visiting US

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New Holiday Travel Portal to make holiday travel faster, easier Toronto, ON, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport along with Roxanne James, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, today announced new initiatives aimed at making air travel to the United States even easier for NEXUS… Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport announced its extensive Winter Services team of more than 1,300 employees is ready to ensure safe and smooth operations, even during snowy and icy conditions

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FRA/rap, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — One of the leading aviation hubs in the world, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) handles an average of about 1,400 aircraft, taking off or landing each day. On peak days, well over 200,000 passengers use the terminals. Fraport’s extensive Winter Services team at FRA ensures safe and smooth operations, even during snowy… Read the full press release

Airport food service workers and restaurants at San Francisco International Airport agree on new six-year contract with increased wages, healthcare and pension benefits

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SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) today announced a tentative agreement between Airport food service workers and restaurants. Unite Here! Local 2, which represents food service workers at SFO, and SFO Restaurants, an organization of Airport restaurant owners and operators, reached the tentative agreement for a new 6-year… Read the full press release

Air Transport World: Southwest Airlines is the 2015 Airline of the Year

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Air Transport World selects Southwest for extraordinary and consistent standards of service, financial performance, safety, and environmental and corporate responsibility DALLAS, TX, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is the 2015 Airline of the Year, according to Air Transport World (ATW), a Penton company. In selecting Southwest as Airline of the… Read the full press release

Prime Minister of Albania, H.E. Edi Rama accepted the UNWTO/World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Open Letter on Travel and Tourism

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Recognizing tourism’s vital contribution to sustainable growth, the Prime Minister of Albania, H.E. Edi Rama, has accepted the UNWTO/World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Open Letter on Travel and Tourism (Tirana, Albania, 20 October 2014). Tirana/ Madrid, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The UNWTO/WTTC Open Letter on Travel and Tourism calls upon heads of State and Government… Read the full press release

The Pacific Asia Travel Association will be supporting partner of the 2nd Pacific Asia Indigenous Tourism Conference (PAITC) in Vancouver, Canada from September 12 -14, 2015

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BANGKOK, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to be a supporting partner of the second Pacific Asia Indigenous Tourism Conference (PAITC), The event, organised by the World Indigenous Tourism Alliance (WINTA) and Aboriginal Tourism British Columbia (AtBC), will be held in Vancouver, British Columbia from September 12 -14, 2015…. Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to establish “Qatar Airways & Aspire Academy – Football Dreams Africa” with Aspire Academy

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Young Footballers to be given an Unforgettable Experience of Training in Barcelona and Playing against the FC Barcelona Youth Team Qatar Airways Offers 20 Fans an Exciting Opportunity to Win Tickets to Barcelona and Camp Nou stadium tour Airline Reaches Out to Millions of Football Fans through Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative DOHA, Qatar, 2014-12-22 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Qatar Airway became the most ‘liked’ global airline on Facebook with eight million fans on its global page

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In the Same Week that Qatar Airways Crossed the 8,000,000 Facebook Fan Milestone, the Airline Overtook its Nearest Competitor and Became the Number One Most “Liked” Global Airline DOHA, Qatar, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways reached yet another milestone when it became the most ‘liked’ global airline on Facebook, the world’s most popular social… Read the full press release

Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation launched its U.K. Outdoor Adventure marketing campaign with Ray Mears as the official spokesperson

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Attracting the U.K. Visitor with Personality Favourite Ray Mears Toronto, Ontario, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Ontario is a popular destination for the outdoor adventurer and the Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation (OTMPC) welcomes the opportunity to share Ontario’s dynamic tourism offerings with visitors from the United Kingdom. The OTMPC has launched its U.K. Outdoor Adventure… Read the full press release

VIA Rail Canada signed a partnership with Hainan Airlines in China

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Toronto, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) has signed a partnership with Hainan Airlines, the first to be concluded with a company based in China. As well, for the first time, this partnership will allow an airline company to sell VIA Rail tickets. Hainan Airlines’ ticket offices and other travel agencies… Read the full press release

Qantas announced the launch of all-new Qantas First Lounge in Los Angeles with seats for more than 200 customers

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas customers travelling from Los Angeles are set to experience a new standard of luxury from this holiday season, following the unveiling of an all-new Qantas First Lounge. The new spacious and luxurious lounge is based on the flagship multi-award winning Qantas First Lounges in Sydney and… Read the full press release

Special fireworks, live entertainment, and extended hours, plus Knott’s signature rides and attractions at Knott’s Merry Farm on to the New Year’s Eve

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Featuring New Wholesome Entertainment, A Spectacular 2015 Countdown & Snow! BUENA PARK, CA, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown to the New Year is on at Knott’s Merry Farm! With special fireworks, live entertainment, and extended hours, plus Knott’s signature rides and attractions, Knott’s New Year’s Eve celebration is the place for you and… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport: Southwest Airlines adds new nonstop flights linking Oakland with Nashville and New Orleans beginning June 7, 2015

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New Daily Nonstops to Link Nashville, New Orleans with Bay Area Starting in June Oakland, CA, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Southwest Airlines have announced the expansion of Southwest’s operations at OAK with the addition of new nonstop flights linking Oakland with Nashville and New Orleans beginning June 7, 2015. The… Read the full press release

America’s Largest Cruise Agency CruisesOnly® to add “free hotel stay” option to its already robust Loyalty Club

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America’s Largest Cruise Agency Provides Unprecedented Benefits Program to Past Customers and Best Cruise Deals Wilmington, Mass., 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — CruisesOnly®, America’s Largest Cruise Agency, and flagship brand in the World Travel Holdings portfolio of brands, has announced that it is adding a “free hotel stay” option to its already robust Loyalty Club, the exclusive benefits… Read the full press release

SriLankan Airlines continues its extensive wide-body re-fleeting programme taking delivery of its second Airbus 330-300 on 19 December 2014

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Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Sri Lanka’s national carrier and oneworld member, SriLankan Airlines, continuing its extensive wide-body re-fleeting programme, took delivery of its second Airbus 330-300, on Friday, 19 December 2014. The new aircraft named “The City of Sihagiri ” will be utilised on the major Far Eastern markets of Canton, Shanghai,… Read the full press release

Marriott International signed up Dubai’s luxurious Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa to its Autograph Collection

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Marriott International’s exclusive portfolio of independent hotels continues growth in world class destinations, makings its entry into the Middle East and Africa continent DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc (NASDAQ:MAR) has just signed up Dubai’s luxurious Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa to its Autograph Collection. This represents the… Read the full press release

Marriott International Autograph Collection welcomes two luxurious hotels from the Shahdag Mountain Resort in Azerbaijan into its collection

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Introducing Four Luxury Properties to its Portfolio  Marriott International’s exclusive collection of independent hotels continues rapid growth in world class destinations  LONDON, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc (NASDAQ:MAR) Autograph Collection, an exclusive portfolio of hotels recognised for championing independence, is delighted to announce its entry into Azerbaijan, welcoming two luxurious hotels… Read the full press release

The Steigenberger Hotel Group’s founding hotel The Europäischer Hof to remain in the company’s portfolio for at least 20 more years

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Frankfurt am Main, 2014-12-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Europäischer Hof, the founding hotel of the Steigenberger Hotel Group, is to remain in the company’s portfolio for at least twenty more years. After completing an extensive renovation and modernisation programme, the Steigenberger Hotel Group will operate the hotel under a management agreement. Both –… Read the full press release

The Steigenberger Hotel Group takes over the Hotel Cologne Rudolfplatz in Cologne with effect from 1 January 2015

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Cologne , Germany, 2014-12-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Group will be taking over the Hotel Cologne Rudolfplatz in Cologne with effect from 1 January 2015 and has now signed an agreement to this effect with the owner company Carey Property, S.L. of Madrid. €15 million has been budgeted for renovation and… Read the full press release