Four Seasons San Francisco offers guests bespoke floral experience with Ampersand

From bedside bud vases to full room florals, Ampersand adds a special touch to any celebration with local, seasonal blooms San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco will offer a special, in-room floral program from Bay Area flower shop and design studio Ampersand. Designed to elevate all of life’s most special… Read the full news article

Halifax Stanfield sees one of the best years for air cargo activity in 2022

Halifax, N.S., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — It was a strong year for rebuilding air cargo activity at Halifax Stanfield. In 2022, cargo volume and value surpassed 2018 levels, making it the second-best year on record for cargo activity at the airport. “While our passenger activity has been slower to recover, cargo is showing… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland seeks public input on possible designation of Livingston Skatepark as a listed building

Historic Environment Scotland asks for views on the site ahead of listing assessment EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is asking members of the public to share their views and knowledge on Livingston Skatepark, after the organisation was asked to consider designating the site as a listed building. Built… Read the full news article

Viking’s newest Nile River ship Viking Aton reaches construction milestone with float-out ceremony in Cairo, set to debut in August 2023

Set to Debut in Summer 2023, the New Viking Aton Continues to Build on Viking’s Commitment to Egypt Los Angeles, CA, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.viking.com) announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Aton—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched… Read the full news article

Silversea Cruises announces 2024 Venetian Society Reunion Voyage aboard Silver Nova

President and CEO, Barbara Muckermann, will welcome guests aboard Silversea’s pioneering new ship for the special sailing,along with Norman Rafelson, Delegate to the Venetian Society MONACO, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The leading ultra-luxury cruise line, Silversea Cruises®, has revealed details of a new Venetian Society® Reunion Voyage for 2024—to be hosted by President… Read the full news article

Waldorf Astoria Orlando set to undergo multi-phase redesign for complete makeover in December 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning in April 2023, the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Orlando will undergo a comprehensive, multi-phase reimagination expected to debut in December 2023. Further elevating its status as one of Orlando’s premier destinations and a top luxury hotel in Florida, this property-wide redesign follows an extensive renovation of the hotel’s meeting… Read the full news article

AirAsia Malaysia to expand China flights with direct routes to Shantou and Beijing in June and July

Sepang, Malaysia, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia Malaysia’s (AK) China expansion continues, with the resumption of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shantou starting 16 June and a new direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Beijing (Daxing) on 1 July this year. AirAsia will reconnect Kuala Lumpur to Shantou starting with two weekly… Read the full news article

Boeing delivers third and fourth O3b mPOWER satellites to SES for global connectivity services

Boeing 702X satellite platform enables high-speed global connectivity from medium Earth orbit SES’s O3b mPOWER nears its six satellites needed for full global connectivity. EL SEGUNDO, Calif., 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] delivered the third and fourth O3b mPOWER satellites to content connectivity service provider SES, with the duo embarking for… Read the full news article

Miraval Resorts & Spas announces brand collaborations focusing on mental wellbeing and inclusivity in travel and hospitality for 2023

Initiatives include expanded support of NAMI and new alignment with Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Supporting its core brand pillar of creating a life in balance through mindfulness, Miraval Resorts & Spas, an original thought leader in wellbeing, announced details of its 2023 brand collaborations. With emphasis on mental wellbeing,… Read the full news article

Accor Live Limitless Announces Official Support of Rugby World Cup 2023 in France

Paris, France, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — ALL – Accor Live Limitless, Accor’s booking platform and loyalty program, announces its Official Support of Rugby World Cup 2023, marking another development in ALL’s ongoing collaboration with global sporting events. Kicking off on 8 September and taking place over 51 days in Accor’s home country of… Read the full news article

Pullman Hotels & Resorts Opens Its 50th Hotel in Greater China with the Launch of Pullman Haining Hotel

THE PREMIUM HOSPITALITY BRAND CONTINUES ITS AMBITIOUS EXPANSION, WITH GREATER CHINA AS ITS BIGGEST MARKET Paris, France, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor is pleased to announce the opening of Pullman Hotels & Resorts’ 50th hotel in Greater China – Pullman Haining Hotel – ideally located in the business center of Haining City, Zhejiang Province, just an hour… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines Resumes Nonstop Flight From Indianapolis to Kansas City After Pandemic Suspension

Southwest Airlines restarts nonstop service to key Midwest destination INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines will resume its nonstop flight out of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Kansas City. The flight was previously suspended due to the pandemic in 2020. The twice daily nonstop flights will depart Indy today at… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Steps to make hotels in Bangkok disability-inclusion ready

Global hotel company expands commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by providing roles for neurodivergent community Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Steps – an organisation that empowers employers to realise the potential of… Read the full news article

Emirates Celebrates Easter with Delicious Treats and Family-Friendly Entertainment Onboard

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Honouring Easter festivities this April, Emirates is celebrating with traditional lamb dishes in the lounges, baskets of warm hot cross buns served onboard, sweet surprises for kids, and an array of new family-friendly movies on ice. From 7-10 April, Emirates passengers flying in every travel class to select… Read the full news article

From Intern to Executive Chef: Ruslan Shipunov’s Culinary Journey at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui

Koh Samui, Thailand, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — “From the very beginning, I found what I wanted from life – to cook,” shares Ruslan Shipunov, who has been promoted to Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. Twenty years of passion to prepare dishes that instantly put a smile on people’s faces has catapulted Ruslan’s… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Mexico named one of Travel + Leisure’s Best New Hotels in the World for 2023

The coveted 2023 “It List” includes this newly opened Four Seasons property, located along the Costalegre coastline Tamarindo, México, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Mexico is honoured to be named one of the Best New Hotels in the World in the 18th annual Travel + Leisure’s 2023 It List. The highly anticipated list features the top 100… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Nashville named one of Travel + Leisure’s Best New Hotels in the World

Property team recognized for delivering a luxury urban escape within the SoBro neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Nashville Nashville, USA, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Nashville has been named one of the Best New Hotels in the World in Travel + Leisure’s 2023 It List. The annual list recognizes the 100 most exciting… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels International Releases 2022 ESG Report Outlining Commitment to Sustainability and Diversity in Hotel Ownership

Company highlights significant new steps on journey to cut costs and save time for franchisees while building legacy of sustainability, prosperity, and wellbeing ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — From innovative technology to conserve energy and water to even more ambitious diversity goals for hotel ownership, the 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report released… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines Launches Nonstop Service from Charleston International Airport, Including a New Route to Las Vegas

Daily, nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale, Newark and Philadelphia launch today, with the airport’s only nonstop flights to Las Vegas starting September 2023 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is adding bright yellow to Charleston’s iconic Rainbow Row with the launch of its new, nonstop service from Charleston International Airport (CHS). These… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines Offers Fast-Track to Elite Status with New Partnership and Limited-Time Offer

Spirit Expands Status Match to Offer Eligible Guests Free Spirit Status for One Year MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is offering frequent travelers a fast-track to the best benefits of the Free Spirit program, including free carry-on and checked bags, seat selection, onboard snacks and drinks and other valuable perks…. Read the full news article

Swissport appoints new CEO for UK & Ireland region and Chief Commercial Officer for the Americas

Effective 1 April 2023, Karen Cox was appointed CEO for the UK & Ireland region. Andres Diez takes on the role of Chief Commercial Officer for the Americas Zurich, Switzerland, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport, the world’s leading aviation services company, makes two key changes to its executive team. Karen Cox, formerly Global… Read the full news article

Northern Ireland’s Best Kept Awards Return for 66th Year of Celebrating Community Pride and Environmental Excellence

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The prestigious Best Kept NI Awards are back for their 66th year, shaping local pride from the smallest villages to the biggest cities who will battle it out to be crowned the cleanest, greenest, and most beautiful places in Northern Ireland. Sponsored again by George Best Belfast… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways extends partnership with Sydney Swans AFL Club for multi-year term

The World’s Best Airline will remain the team’s Official Airline Partner DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has announced it has extended its partnership with Australian Football League (AFL) club, the Sydney Swans. The new agreement means that Qatar Airways will remain Official Airline Partner of the team for a multi-year… Read the full news article

Blue Diamond Resorts Earns Multiple Nominations in TravelPulse Canada’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

Toronto, ON, Canada, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Diamond Resorts has once again made its mark in the hospitality industry with relevant nominations in TravelPulse Canada’s prestigious 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards for its Royalton Luxury Resorts, Royalton CHIC Resorts, Hideaway at Royalton Resorts, Planet Hollywood Beach Resorts, Starfish Resorts and Memories Resorts &… Read the full news article

Moxy and AC Hotels by Marriott Set to Debut in Dual-Branded Property in Downtown Los Angeles

With a total of 727 guestrooms, the two Yabu Pushelberg-designed hotels include the first Moxy property in Los Angeles and feature an unprecedented 12 dining and entertainment concepts, eight by the acclaimed Houston Hospitality LOS ANGELES, CA, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Slated to debut on April 12, the 727-bedroom Moxy Downtown Los Angeles… Read the full news article

The Luxury Collection Welcomes Chef and Artist Laila Gohar as Global Explorer, Collaborates on Globally Inspired Barware Collection

Marking the brand’s first epicurean collaboration, the chef and artist has created a barware collection with complementing cocktail recipes inspired by her travels from Los Angeles to Paris to Kyoto NEW YORK, NY, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces chef and artist… Read the full news article

Westin Hotels & Resorts and Abbott World Marathon Majors Team Up to Champion Race Travelers in Multi-Year Partnership

Reinforcing its commitment to wellness, Westin is helping runners take on the world’s most renowned marathons with its refueled Gear Lending program and new, tailored experiences taking place during marathon weekends BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Underscoring the brand’s newly reimagined and beloved WestinWORKOUT® Gear Lending program, Westin Hotels & Resorts – part of Marriott… Read the full news article

JW Marriott Makes Highly Anticipated Debut in Luxury Safari Segment with Masai Mara Lodge Opening

Transformative Experiences and Meaningful Connections Await at JW Marriott’s Haven of Luxury in the Heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announced the opening of JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge, marking the company’s… Read the full news article

Marriott International Launches “Be” Brand to Attract and Retain Top Talent Globally

For 26th Year in a Row, Marriott Named One of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced it is launching its new people brand, “Be,” as the company continues its focus on attracting and retaining top talent around the world. The… Read the full news article

Hilton and Peloton Expand Partnership to Bring Connected Fitness Experience to New International Markets

McLEAN, Va. & NEW YORK, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Peloton Interactive, Inc. (Nasdaq: PTON) are expanding their industry-first partnership to Puerto Rico and three new international markets – Germany, the U.K. and participating properties in Canada – providing guests with an elevated wellness experience, now in approximately 5,400 hotels around the world. Following the original… Read the full news article