Category Archives: Travel Management

Cathay Pacific to provide free COVID-19 coverage to all passengers through AXA General Insurance Hong Kong partnership

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Cathay Pacific is providing free COVID-19 insurance to all passengers so they can travel knowing they’re covered Hong Kong, China, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is helping customers travel with confidence by collaborating with AXA General Insurance Hong Kong Limited to provide free COVID-19 coverage to all passengers whenever they fly with… Read the full press release

Stagecoach to continue bus, tram and coach services over the festive season

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Passengers advised to plan ahead as some services may be busier than normal Bus and tram services for Christmas agreed with local authorities Strict Covid-19 secure protocols in place to allow them customers to travel safely Services to run as planned in new government tier system from 2 December Perth, Scotland, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release

Bombardier names Annie Torkia Lagacé as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

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Montréal, Canada, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier (TSX: BBD.B) announced today (December 3, 2020) the appointment of Annie Torkia Lagacé as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective immediately. Annie will report to Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc., replacing Steeve Robitaille who will remain with the Company… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways teams up with Toyota Industries to further develop robotic baggage loader and autonomous towing tractor at Saga Airport

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The second round of trials for the robotic bag loader and autonomous towing tractor will occur from December 14-18.  Tests will build upon insights from previous implementation and accelerate the real-world adoption of these innovative technologies. Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for eight… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways wins FlightGlobal’s Decade of Airline Excellence Award

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Award given to ANA for its top performance in the Asia-Pacific region over the past 10 years. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for eight consecutive years was presented with FlightGlobal’s prestigious Decade of Airline Excellence Award for the Asia-Pacific region. The award comes… Read the full press release

Qantas enables travel agents to help customers fly carbon neutral

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Sydney, Australia, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has today (7 DECEMBER 2020) announced a significant extension to its carbon offset program, enabling travel agents to help their customers fly carbon neutral. The national carrier is the first airline to offer customers the ability to purchase carbon offsets when booking flights in the indirect… Read the full press release

Qantas launches three new routes between Tasmania and the mainland

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Launceston, Australia, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will today (4 DECEMBER 2020) begin flying three new routes between Tasmania and the mainland to meet strong demand for domestic travel. Flights from Hobart to Brisbane will operate up to five days per week. QF1576 to Brisbane will depart at 2.30pm this afternoon. Flights from Hobart to Canberra will operate three days per… Read the full press release

Aimbridge Hospitality appoints John Caparella to President of Evolution Hospitality

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Plano, TX, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading global, third-party hotel management company, and its wholly-owned subsidiary Evolution Hospitality, announce the appointment of John Caparella to President of Evolution Hospitality. In his new role, Caparalla is responsible for managing all facets of the Evolution Hospitality division, which includes a portfolio of lifestyle,… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Yinchuan earns 2020 Platinum Traveller Award for Quality Service Hotel of the Year in Greater China

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Yinchuan, China, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Yinchuan is honoured to be the recipient of the 2020 Quality Service Hotel of the Year in Greater China by Platinum Traveller Award. The award is to showcase the outstanding performance of travel and tourism hotels in the year of 2020. Kempinski Hotel Yinchuan, the… Read the full press release

MSC Cruises reconfirms winter cruise programme for 2021/2022

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New for the Caribbean – MSC Seashore – the Company’s flagship to homeport in Miami Outstanding selection of Mediterranean itineraries with four ships and flexible embarkation options Cultural aficionados can enjoy the postponed Expo 2020 Dubai with two ships in this region offering overnights in Dubai Geneva, Switzerland, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The pandemic has disrupted… Read the full press release

Heathrow explores proposal to implement Forecourt Access Charge for vehicles in response to COVID-19 impacts

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Heathrow has announced it is exploring a charge for vehicle access to terminal departure forecourts from Q4 2021 to prevent car led COVID-19 recovery  Pandemic impacts have forced airport to alter transport plans in wake of 80% drop in passengers and changed travel behaviours  Revised surface access targets and Forecourt Access Charge revenue to help ensure… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to open its first property in Mexico, the new 78-room Kimpton Aluna Hotel

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Boutique Hospitality Pioneer Expands Presence in North America Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced today (03 DECEMBER 2020) it will open a new 78-room lifestyle luxury hotel in Tulum, marking the brand’s first opening in Mexico. Set to open on December 18, the luxurious Kimpton Aluna Hotel offers guests… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group announces Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 hotel scheduled to open in 2025

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Franchise agreement signed with long-term partner for Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has signed a landmark franchise agreement with real estate experts, Siamese Asset to expand its world-renowned Crowne Plaza brand in Bangkok. The new Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 hotel will open in 2025in a prime city location, close to the Thai capital’s new central… Read the full press release

Conquest’s hotels in Burwood and Parramatta rebrand as Crowne Plaza Sydney Burwood and Holiday Inn & Suites Parramatta Marsden Street

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Conquest’s hotels in Burwood and Parramatta join the rapidly-growing IHG® family today (01 DECEMBER 2020), rebranding and opening their doors under the world-class Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn brands respectively. Conquest’s award-winning hotel in Burwood, which has been open for less than a year as an… Read the full press release

Sunwing resumes service from Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary

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Tour operator offers massive Cyber Week savings on packages from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton Toronto, ON, Canada, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunwing is pleased to announce the recommencement of service from three of Western Canada’s major cities. The initial program from Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary will operate to selected destinations for the winter… Read the full press release

The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to open doors to guests in January 2021

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Personality-Rich Lifestyle Hotel is Planned to Open in Dupont Circle, Steps from the Famous Circle and Fountain as well as Unique Shops, Exciting Restaurants, Buzzing Bars and More WASHINGTON, D.C, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — An exciting new addition to Washington, D.C.’s famed Dupont Circle, The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., a Tribute Portfolio… Read the full press release

Philippine carrier Cebu Pacific pilots Test Before Boarding for domestic air travel

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​Conducted free tests for over 290 passengers flying to General Santos during first day of pilot run  Pasay City, Philippines, 2020-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) pilots Test Before Boarding (TBB) today, December 03, 2020, for its flight to General Santos City. Over 290 passengers went through antigen testing just hours before their scheduled flight, free-of-charge. Tests were conducted by DOH-accredited Philippine… Read the full press release

Finavia trials new snow removal system at Ivalo Airport

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Vantaa, Finland, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Ivalo Airport, the northernmost airport in Finland, experiences major fluctuations in weather conditions over the year. In the winter, the runways are filled with snow unless they are cleaned continuously. The winter season 2019–2020 was characterised by unusually high snowfall – well over a metre by March–April…. Read the full press release

Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel opens its doors to guests

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The second Sheraton Hotel in Hong Kong, The Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel is set to be the new social hub in Tung Chung for locals and travelers HONG KONG, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel, situated in picturesque Tung Chung, Lantau, opens its doors today. The new… Read the full press release

Marriott International named one of the Top 10 Companies for Executive Women for the 17th year

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BETHESDA, MD, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International has been named one of the 2020+ Top 10 Companies for Executive Women by Working Mother Media, for the 17th year. The list celebrates companies that champion women’s advancement, with a focus on succession planning, profit-and-loss roles, gender pay parity, and programs that support work-life integration. Marriott International’s founders,… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Group appoints Dr. Stefan Kreuzpaintner as new Head of Sales

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Cologne, Germany, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Dr. Stefan Kreuzpaintner will assume responsibility for the worldwide sales activities of Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines and Brussels Airlines on January 1, 2021. In addition, Dr. Stefan Kreuzpaintner will join the Executive Board of Lufthansa Airlines as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at the beginning of 2021, assuming… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Group Airlines extends rebooking fee suspension until the end of February

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Rebooking fee for Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings still suspended Cologne, Germany, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Since the end of August, all fares of Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings can be rebooked as often as desired free of charge. Originally, this fare offer was valid for (re-)bookings until… Read the full press release

Oman Air provides guests more comfort and convenience with the launch of “My Space”

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Muscat, Oman, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is now offering “My Space”, an option which gives Economy Class guests the opportunity to ensure that the seat next to them is vacant. The airline’s program makes it simple to travel with even more comfort and… Read the full press release

Anantara and Avani+ Hua Hin Resorts invite guests for festive celebrations this Holidays

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Step into a wonderful world of family friendly Festive Celebrations centred around live music, fireworks and gourmet seafood with Anantara and Avani+ Hua Hin Resorts. Avani+ Hua Hin Resort At the upbeat Avani+ Hua Hin Resort well-known for its vast lagoon pools and hideaway villas, a starlit Christmas Eve dinner on… Read the full press release

PATA Face of the Future 2021 now open for submissions

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is now accepting submissions for PATA Face of the Future 2021. Deadline for submissions is February 15, 2021. PATA is a not-for-profit membership association that acts as a catalyst for the responsible development of travel and tourism to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. As… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport supports South Island’s peak export season

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Christchurch, New Zealand, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — New Zealand lamb will be served on British Christmas dinner tables, and in other parts of the world our live crayfish, fruit, produce and halal meat will be among tasty delicacies. Through the Government’s International Air Freight Capacity (IAFC) scheme, funding has been provided to airlines… Read the full press release

Macao Government Tourism Office supports smart tourism development with the launch of Smart Trip Planner” website and mobile app

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Macao, China, 2020-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) launched a “Smart Trip Planner” website and a brand-new one-stop mobile application on 30 November, to enhance visitors’ experience and foster smart tourism development in Macao by optimizing different technology applications in tourism. In parallel with the Macao Special Administrative Region Government’s… Read the full press release

Emirates marks UAE’s 49th National Day

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DUBAI, UAE, 2020-Dec-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Just as the UAE celebrates its 49th National Day, flags in all shapes and sizes were waved to mark the occasion across six continents by Emirates ground operations employees. Emirates airport operations employees at the hub also joined in the celebrations, holding their flags and making a formation in… Read the full press release

Celebrate this festive holiday season at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel

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Doha, Qatar, 2020-Dec-02 — /Travel PR News/ — From the family-friendly Gingerbread Making Academy to grownups embracing their youth on New Year’s Eve, embrace the festive season to be jolly with Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel throughout the festive period. Continuing a treasured neighbourhood tradition, we lovingly combine everything that the holidays bring — sparkling parties, tree lighting moments and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto appoints Takuya Kishi as General Manager

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Kyoto, Japan, 2020-Dec-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Takuya Kishi makes the move from Tokyo to Kyoto as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, now entering its fourth year of operations as the premier urban resort in Japan. Hailing from Kobe city in Japan’s Kansai region, Takuya brings a wealth of experience to his new role, including… Read the full press release