Category Archives: Travel Management

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island names Donaldson Madubela as Executive Sous Chef

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Seychelles, Desroches Island, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Located in the Outer Amirantes of Seychelles, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island welcomes Donaldson Madubela as its new Executive Sous Chef. With more than 15 years of experience, Donaldson brings his creativity and extensive expertise to the table, to lead the culinary program and talented team at the… Read the full news article

IATA welcomes Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s acceptance of IATA Travel Pass

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the decision of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to accept IATA Travel Pass to confirm pre-departure COVID-19 test results for departing and arriving passengers starting 30th of September 2021. Eventually this… Read the full news article

SJC welcomes resumption of American Airlines’ services to Chicago

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American Airlines Restores Service to the Windy City from Silicon Valley San José, Calif., 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Officials at Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) announced that daily nonstop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) resumes on American Airlines today (August 18, 2021). The expanded service between Silicon Valley… Read the full news article

Cathay and OpenRice partner to launch one-stop dining and digital payment experience

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Members can pay with Miles Plus Cash at partner restaurants, earning up to 3 miles for every HK$4 spent Hong Kong, China, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay and OpenRice have joined hands to launch a one-stop dining and digital payment experience for foodies among Asia Miles and Marco Polo Club members in Hong… Read the full news article

Motel 6 research: Majority of Americans plan to travel with their pet in the next year

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Motel 6 partners with Patriot PAWS to share pet travel safety tips DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — New research from Motel 6 reveals that as Americans are hitting the roads, they will be doing so with their pets, as the majority (54%) of cat and dog owners noted they plan to travel with… Read the full news article

Deutsche Hospitality partners with hygiene products supplier IBC Europe to add a special anti-microbial nano coating to all hotel surfaces

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Group-wide nano coating project for the permanent protective sealing of surfaces which are frequently touched Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality has gone the extra mile to safeguard the well-being of its guests and staff. The company has joined forces with the Frankfurt-based hygiene products supplier IBC Europe GmbH… Read the full news article

Deutsche Hospitality announces the opening of Jaz in the City Vienna

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Jaz in the City Vienna to set the tone in future Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Fresh city beats. Vienna is once again showing itself to be a true capital of music and lifestyle. As of today (18 August 2021), the new lifestyle hotel Jaz in the City Vienna in… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay its second Holiday Inn Resort to open in Vietnam

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Towering new property at heart of mixed-use development set to transform Halong City Halong City, Vietnam, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Ha Long Bay Hotel Joint Stock Company to create a spectacular new resort in Halong City. Opening in 2023, Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay will be the second… Read the full news article

JW Marriott announces the opening of JW Marriott Charlotte

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Charlotte’s Newest Hotel is Set to Redefine Luxury Hospitality with Stunning Design, Exceptional Service and a Holistic Approach to Well-being CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, makes its debut today (AUGUST 17, 2021) in North Carolina with the opening of JW Marriott Charlotte, located in the bustling… Read the full news article

Marriott International to open 10 properties in Turkey by the end of 2022

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Company expects to expand footprint in the country across its portfolio of renowned brands ISTANBUL, TURKEY, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced plans to expand its portfolio in Turkey with the expected opening of 10 properties by the end of 2022. With the anticipated openings, the company’s portfolio in… Read the full news article

Gulf Air extends IATA Travel Pass trial to include flights from Bahrain to Dubai, Frankfurt and Paris

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Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, 2021-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has extended the IATA Travel Pass trial to include more routes after the initial kick-off on flights from Bahrain to Athens, London and Singapore flights. Starting from today (August 14, 2021), the airline will include… Read the full news article

Aeroflot unveils its first Boeing 777 aircraft with retrofitted cabin

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Moscow, Russia, 2021-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has unveiled its first long-range Boeing 777 aircraft with retrofitted  cabin. The airliner can accommodate 427 passengers providing a high level of comfort and service for passengers travelling in all classes. The cabin is configured with 28 Super Diamond NG seats equipped with sliding doors in Business… Read the full news article

The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority accepting applications for Authority Advisory Committee

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SAN DIEGO, CA, 2021-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority is accepting applications from members of the public to serve on the Airport Authority’s Advisory Committee. There are two vacancies, the term of office for each vacancy is two years beginning October 2021. The Authority Advisory Committee was established… Read the full news article

Macao Grand Prix Museum reopens on 18 August

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Macao, China, 2021-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Macao Grand Prix Museum and the Ritz Building including the Tourist Information counter and the exhibition hall, under the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), will be reopened to the public starting from 18 August.  In addition, “Stay, Dine and See Macao” local tour itineraries remain suspended… Read the full news article

Emirates recognised with three gold RoSPA awards for its outstanding ground transport services

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Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, renowned for its world-leading air transport services, has also been recognised for its outstanding ground transport services with three gold citations from the RoSPA awards. The only airline to have achieved an award two years in a row, the Emirates team took gold awards in three… Read the full news article

Emirates unveils special liveries commemorating UAE’s Golden Jubilee

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Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is marking the UAE’s 50th anniversary by unveiling special liveries on its Airbus A380s and Boeing 777-300ERs commemorating the nation’s Golden Jubilee. The aircraft will be emblazoned with a bespoke ‘United Arab Emirates 50’ design, denoting the Golden anniversary of Emirates’ home and hub, the UAE. The new… Read the full news article

Emirates announces expanded codeshare agreement with Airlink

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Seamless connections from South Africa as both airlines increase cooperation for easier travel options Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Airlink have announced the expansion of their existing partnership into a unilateral codeshare agreement, giving travellers to and from South Africa convenient access to more than 40 domestic and regional destinations… Read the full news article

Anantara Angkor Resort shares bucket list when in Siem Reap

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — While the world has been in lockdown for the last 18 months and borders have yet to reopen to international travel, previous visitors of Cambodia will notice some changes once they return to the popular temple town of Siem Reap. Siem Reap has undergone a major re-development… Read the full news article

Kumoi at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou presents Kaiseki cuisine by Chef Keneth Kim

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Guangzhou, China, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Kumoi Chef Keneth Kim presents his debut menu to gourmets in Canton, featuring a gastronomic collection of rigorous Kaiseki craftsmanship and modern fusion cuisine at the restaurant inside Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou. Born in Seoul, Korea, Chef Keneth always had a deep appreciation of Japanese food and as soon as… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti names Keith Frisley as Executive Chef

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Serengeti, Tanzania, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Keith Frisley has been appointed Executive Chef at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, with him trading the vibrant city life in Johannesburg for the serene beauty of the Serengeti National Park. Formerly Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg, Frisley is a native South African, who has… Read the full news article

Flughafen Zürich AG becomes United Nations Global Compact member

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Flughafen Zürich AG is becoming a member of the United Nations Global Compact, the global network for corporate responsibility. By doing so, it is undertaking to uphold the ten Global Compact principles in the areas of human rights, labour standards, environmental protection and anti-corruption. For many years… Read the full news article

Bangkok Airways extends amendment of tickets scheduled within 30 September 2021 travel

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited realizes the inconvenience that its passengers are being affected by the spread of the current outbreak of COVID-19 and is pleased to extend the amendment of tickets issued in Thailand and scheduled to travel within 30 September 2021. Passengers who wish to… Read the full news article

Finavia welcomes Norwegian’s increased flights to Helsinki Airport in summer 2022

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Norwegian has announced that it will serve Scandinavia with a total of 115 weekly flights during summer season 2022. Vantaa, Finland, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — “We are happy that Norwegian is planning more flights to Helsinki Airport in summer 2022. Before the corona pandemic, Norwegian was the second large airplane company by passenger… Read the full news article

Ryanair launches 11 new Winter 2021/22 routes from the UK

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Over 400 Total Routes, 11 New Routes, Over 2,000 Weekly Flights DUBLIN, Ireland, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (17 Aug) celebrated the launch of 11 new Winter 2021/22 routes from the UK– perfect for those who missed out on a summer getaway. The UK Winter ’21 schedule now operates… Read the full news article

LVCVA launches new campaign highlighting Las Vegas as the ultimate destination to watch and experience sports

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The latest ad launched by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), “The Greatest Arena on Earth,” highlights Las Vegas as the ultimate destination to watch and experience sports. “With a thrilling roster of professional teams, high-profile sporting events, world-class venues and unparalleled event experiences,… Read the full news article

Humanitarian aid: Leipzig/Halle Airport sends further relief planes to Windhoek, Namibia

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Schkeuditz, Germany, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) is ramping up its activities as a hub for humanitarian aid: at the end of last week, two further relief planes took off from the airport, destined for Windhoek, Namibia. On board the Antonov 124 aircraft were urgently needed medical supplies, including masks and… Read the full news article

Calgary Airport Authority welcomes $57.5 million in funding for runway rehabilitation project

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Runway rehabilitation ensures YYC remains a vital hub as many plan for a safe and secure return to travel, contributing economic growth to our region for future generations. CALGARY, AB, 2021-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority welcomes the announcement by federal Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, that the federal… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International’s Harmony of the Seas returns to Europe as it sets sail from its new summer home in Barcelona

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Harmony of the Seas is the first Oasis Class Ship Back in Europe, Sailing 7-night Cruises from Barcelona, Spain MIAMI, FL, 2021-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Harmony of the Seas set sail from its new summer home in Barcelona, Spain yesterday, marking Royal Caribbean International’s harmonious return to Western Europe. Joining Jewel and Anthem of the Seas in getting back to delivering the memorable Europe… Read the full news article

Hyatt to acquire leading luxury resort-management services, travel and hospitality group Apple Leisure Group

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Acquisition accelerates asset-light transformation; launches Hyatt’s commitment to sell additional $2 billion of hotel assets by the end of 2024 Doubles Hyatt’s global resorts footprint with accretive net rooms growth over the coming years with global expansion of AMR Collection™ brands like Secrets®, Dreams® and Zoëtry® Hyatt to Discuss Transaction on Webcast Scheduled for Monday, August 16 at 7:30 a.m. CDT CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (August… Read the full news article

Gatwick Airport appoints Jim Butler as Chief Financial Officer

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London, UK, 2021-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport Limited has announced today (13/08/2021) that in September 2021 Jim Butler will join its Board and leadership team as Chief Financial Officer. His most recent role was as Senior Vice President – Airport Operations and Cargo for American Airlines where he led airport operations and… Read the full news article