Startups from around the world have been recognized for their unique contributions to sustainable and responsible tourism in the UNWTO SDGs Global Startup Competition. Madrid, Spain, 2021-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The competition, which was supported by the United Nations Innovation Network, attracted some 10,000 initial proposals. From these, the jury chose 25 winners… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Awards
Southwest Rapid Rewards® program named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Loyalty Programs 2021
DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Feb 16, 2021) was named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Loyalty Programs 2021 for its Rapid Rewards® program. Southwest Airlines® was recognized under the Low-Cost Airlines subcategory. “Our Rapid Rewards program is designed to create value, flexibility, and ease for our Members—rewarding them for… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown and The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown Earns Top Marks in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Awards
The Spa’s Najla Ceman is named as “Spa Employee of the Year” in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Awards New York, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Forbes Travel Guide has again recognised Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown and The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown with Five Stars each, culminating in the… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach receives five star rating in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Awards for twenty-three consecutive years
Finalist for inaugural People First Star Award recognising people and culture trailblazers Palm Beach, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — With the announcement of the 2021 Star Awards by Forbes Travel Guide, Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach celebrates twenty-three consecutive years as a Five-Star Resort and five consecutive years as a Five-Star Spa, the highest honour bestowed by the… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club recognized as a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel and Five-Star Spa
Finalist for the inaugural People First Star Award Surfside, Florida, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club is celebrating its second consecutive year as a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel and Five-Star Spa, the highest recognition granted by the acclaimed authority in authentic Five-Star service with today’s debut of the 2021… Read the full press release
Four Seasons achieves record number of Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards for the sixth year in a row
Toronto, Canada, 2021-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts today (February 16, 2021) celebrates the exceptional achievements of properties, spas and restaurants around the globe in the annual Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards. Once again, Four Seasons holds the greatest number of Forbes Travel Guide Five-Stars ever awarded to a single brand,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest receives Five Star rating in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Awards
The iconic Budapest landmark property once again celebrates the prestigious designation, for the fifth consecutive year Budapest, Hungary, 2021-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Forbes Travel Guide unveiled its official 2021 Star Awards rating announcement today (February 16, 2021), awarding Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest a Five Star rating, its highest honour, for the fifth consecutive… Read the full press release
Vail Resorts named to Forbes “America’s Best Large Employers” list for the fifth consecutive time
While navigating challenges of COVID-19, company remains committed to employee safety, values. BROOMFIELD, Colo., 2021-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — For the fifth consecutive time, Forbes has named Vail Resorts to its “America’s Best Large Employers” list—one 25 Travel & Leisure companies selected from an independent survey of 50,000 employees across various industries. Being included… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines named to FORTUNE’s 2021 list of World’s Most Admired® Companies
MIRAMAR, Fla., 2021-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) today (02/10/2021) announced being named to FORTUNE’s 2021 list of World’s Most Admired® Companies. Spirit is one three U.S. airlines included on the list, which serves as one of the definitive benchmarks on corporate reputation. FORTUNE surveys top executives and directors from eligible… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines awarded certified Platinum status in new health safety audit
The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and SimpliFlying recognized Spirit Airlines with certified Platinum status in new health safety audit. MIRAMAR, Fla., 2021-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) was awarded Platinum status by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) Health Safety initiative powered by SimpliFlying for the airline’s efforts in ensuring the highest standards of… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis named Best Hotel in St. Louis by U.S. News & World Report 2021 Best Hotel rankings
Property ranks among the top 10 percent of luxury hotels in the United States 2021 Best Hotel rankings St. Louis, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis is honoured to be among the top-level hotels named “Best Hotels” by U.S. News & World Report, with a ranking of #1 in Best Hotel in St…. Read the full press release
Choice Hotels again named a 2021 BEST Award winner by the Association for Talent Development
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2021-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has been named a 2021 BEST Award winner by the Association for Talent Development (ATD) for a second year in a row. The accolade, which recognizes organizations that exemplify all aspects of talent development, highlights Choice’s continued commitment… Read the full press release
Indianapolis International Airport recognized with Voice of the Customer honor
IND recognized for listening, responding to travelers during pandemic INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is among a select group of airports worldwide to be recently recognized with a Voice of the Customer honor, citing the Indy airport’s continued commitment and diligence in actively listening and responding to… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Lanai named #1 Best Hotel in the USA
U.S. News & World Report announces luxury Hawaiian resort takes top spot in 2021 Best Hotels rankings Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Lanai has been named #1 Best Hotel in the USA by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice. The annual Best Hotels rankings evaluated more than 30,000 luxury properties across 400-plus… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore named as the #1 hotel in Maryland and Best Hotels in Baltimore
U.S. News & World Report recognises Four Seasons as 2021 Gold Hotel Baltimore, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The eleventh U.S. News & World Report “Best Hotels” award recognised Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore as the #1 hotel in the categories of Best Hotels in Maryland and Best Hotels in Baltimore in its annual evaluation… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC named as the #1 Hotel in Washington DC and Overall #6 Best Hotel in the USA
Washington, DC, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a global authority in rankings, consumer advice and information, recognised Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC as the #1 Hotel in Washington DC and Overall #6 Best Hotel in the USA in its annual evaluation of hotels that offer high-quality amenities and exceptional experiences. “Our hotel being selected… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines named to FORTUNE’s 2021 World’s Most Admired® Companies list
DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Feb 1, 2021) was named to FORTUNE’s 2021 list of World’s Most Admired® Companies. Southwest Airlines® ranks No. 14, and has been featured on the list since 2009. The carrier is the only commercial airline to be listed among the top 15. “Never has… Read the full press release
Four Seasons maintains the most Michelin Stars of any single luxury hospitality brand
In a challenging year for the global hospitality industry, Four Seasons restaurant teams reaffirm their commitment to the highest standards of cuisine and service Toronto, Canada, 2021-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — With three of Michelin’s most prominent guides unveiled in January, the exceptional restaurants of Four Seasons are embracing a new year and a renewed… Read the full press release
Chinese Restaurant Zi Yat Heen at Four Seasons Hotel Macao awarded a Michelin Star for the twelfth consecutive year
Macau, China, 2021-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Refined Chinese Restaurant Zi Yat Heen at Four Seasons Hotel Macao was awarded a Michelin Star for the twelfth consecutive year at the unveiling of the 2021 Hong Kong and Macau Michelin Guide. The signature restaurant offers traditional Cantonese cuisine with an emphasis on using the finest and freshest ingredients, featuring… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort retains top ranking at the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels rankings
For the seventh year in a row, Four Seasons Resort Orlando receives the top honour Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognised publisher of consumer advice and information, named Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort as the #1 hotel in the… Read the full press release
California & New York Lead The Top 100 USA Spas
St. George, Utah, 2021-Feb-1 — /Travel PR News/ — While American travelers haven’t been able to travel as much as they would like, it hasn’t stopped them from looking, according to Spas of America’s Top 100 USA Spas of 2020. Country, Mountain, and Mineral Spas were the most popular spa searches in the USA, with… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines earns Diamond rating in the Global Airline Health And Safety Audit
Singapore, 2021-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been awarded the Diamond rating – the highest level attainable – in the APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying audit of global airlines. The audit, which was jointly conducted by industry body Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and aviation strategy firm SimpliFlying, involved a… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways achieves 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating by Skytrax
The industry’s most prestigious safety benchmark follows a rigorous audit of Qatar Airways’ COVID-19 hygiene and safety standards Hamad International Airport was the first airport in the Middle East and Asia to be awarded a Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airport Safety Rating DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has become the first… Read the full press release
Le Cinq, Le George and L Orangerie restaurants at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris retain five star rankings in the Michelin Guide
The luxury hotel’s three restaurants have retained their rankings in the 2021 edition of the famous Michelin Guide, with three Michelin-starred Chef Christian Le Squer and Michelin-starred Chefs Simone Zanoni and Alan Taudon at the helm Paris, France, 2021-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Le Cinq, Le George and L’Orangerie restaurants at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris have retained their rankings in the latest edition of the… Read the full press release
Fraport AG’s exemplary handling of sensitive pharmaceutical products at Frankfurt Airport awarded renewed “CEIV Pharma” certification
IATA’s pharma certificate awarded for exemplary handling of temperature-sensitive goods at Frankfurt Airport – Fraport’s expertise based on years of specialized logistics for pharmaceutical products Frankfurt, Germany, 2021-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The IATA airline association has awarded Fraport AG renewed “CEIV Pharma” certification for exemplary handling of time-critical and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical goods at… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways awarded Diamond Standard in the APEX Health Safety Powered by SimpliFlying COVID-19 audit
The airline has achieved the Airline Passenger Experience Association’s (APEX) latest safety benchmark following assessment of the airline’s robust COVID-19 hygiene and safety standards DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to announce that it has achieved Diamond Standard in the Airline Passenger Experience Association’s (APEX) Health Safety Powered by… Read the full press release
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort announces new international award wins
Doha, Qatar, 2021-Jan-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Amid a year of shutdowns and strictly guided re-openings Anantara Chiang Mai Resort has emerged as Thailand’s top resort with a number of prestigious international award wins to add to its collection. The resort which blends contemporary design with traditional Thai hospitality and old-world charm, was named the winner… Read the full press release
Wharf Hotels recognised at the HRD Awards Asia 2020 and the Stelliers 2020
Hong Kong SAR, China, 2021-Jan-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels and its Associates and Colleagues received further recognition from the industry’s globally recognised excellence awards at HRD Awards Asia 2020 and the Stelliers 2020. With Wharf Hotels’ commitment to develop talent for their long term success, Wharf Hotels is proud to announce the… Read the full press release
Emirates earns APEX 2021 Five Star Global Official Airline Rating from its passengers
Dubai, UAE, 2020-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has received the APEX 2021 Five Star Global Official Airline RatingTM, based on feedback from passengers that was independently collected by APEX via its partnership with TripIt, and validated and certified by an external auditor to ensure that all ratings were made by genuine travellers who… Read the full press release
GTA dnata earns IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) Registration in Toronto
Toronto, Canada, 2020-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) awarded GTA dnata the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) Registration, following the successful completion of a comprehensive audit of the company and its ground-handling operations at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). “We are proud to be awarded IATA’s prestigious… Read the full press release