Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — An eye-catching, design-led Holiday Inn & Suites is coming to Ballarat, heralding an exciting chapter for IHG Hotel’s & Resort’s expansion into regional Victoria and a new partnership with hotel owners, Forte Group. Holiday Inn & Suites Ballarat Goldfields will be one of the most striking… Read the full news article
The St. Regis Qingdao Introduces Iconic Butler Service, Celebrated Rituals and Exquisite Dining to the Region’s Modern Luminaries QINGDAO, CHINA, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels and Resorts, part of Marriott International’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today (AUGUST 2, 2021) announced the debut of The St. Regis Qingdao. The highly anticipated… Read the full news article
The waterfront property offers guests a modern, sophisticated stay inspired by the rich history and culture of the community CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (August 2, 2021) announced the opening of Thompson Savannah, the brand’s first property in Georgia. Set along the banks of the Savannah River, Thompson… Read the full news article
Set to open in October, Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton will mark the launch of Hyatt’s extended stay brand in Africa LONDON, UK, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt today (2 August 2021) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Millat Properties for Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton. The planned… Read the full news article
PARIS, FRANCE, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — With newly appointed CEO Stephen Alden at the helm, Raffles Hotels & Resorts embarks on an exciting new era. A legendary brand known for transforming landmark properties in storied destinations around the world, Raffles is on track to more than double its illustrious portfolio, adding a host… Read the full news article
Sept. 6 is the last day to buy Epic passes at the lowest price this year; Epic Pass is currently available for $783 compared to $979 last season Broomfield, Colo., 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As the winter season draws nearer, so does the last chance for skiers and riders to get the lowest… Read the full news article
The loyalty programme has launched a special offer allowing members to earn a “Mile-A-Minute in Dubai” as the city gears up to host Expo 2020, and as the UAE celebrates its Golden Jubilee The offer is valid on all Emirates flight tickets purchased between 1 August and 31 March, for travel between 1 October and… Read the full news article
Seamless connectivity to and from 12 destinations in Mexico and the United States via Mexico City to Emirates’ global network Dubai/ Mexico City, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Aeromar have announced that they have entered into an interline partnership which will provide seamless connectivity for customers between destinations in Mexico and United… Read the full news article
Born and raised in Palermo, Sicily, Giovanni Spataro centres his elevated culinary creations on local California-sourced ingredients and classic Italian techniques Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, U.S.A., 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ —Giovanni Spataro has been appointed the new Chef de Cuisine of Culina Ristorante + Caffé at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Born and raised… Read the full news article
Samara trades the Miami surf for Philadelphia’s tallest skyscraper Philadelphia, U.S.A., 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Philadelphia’s first-and-only Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel announces the appointment of Cornelia Samara as General Manager for Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center. Samara joins the team from Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Florida…. Read the full news article
Collaboration project will combat human trafficking in transportation sector SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced its participation in a global research collaboration spearheaded by United Against Slavery to fight human trafficking via the 2021 National Outreach Survey for Transportation (NOST) project. Over 100 contributors, including… Read the full news article
Stockholm, Sweden, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, August 01, marks the founding of SAS 75 years ago and we have been the proud carrier of travelers to, from and within Scandinavia during all these years. Scandinavia would not be the same today without a strong Scandinavian airline, and we will naturally continue to… Read the full news article
BERLIN, GERMANY, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ —Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet company that publishes exclusive offers and experiences for members, has received the highest rating from consumers in the category of online travel deals in a national survey in Germany commissioned by BILD Zeitung, the country’s largest newspaper. Consumers ranked 2,995 brands. More than 850,000 votes… Read the full news article
London, UK, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways’ flagship US lounge at JFK’s Terminal 7 will reopen its doors on Sunday 1 August, following a 16-month closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The news comes in time for the UK Government’s announcement that double vaccinated travellers from the US will be exempt from… Read the full news article
New bookings from the US surged by 95% within hours of the UK Government announcement British Airways is adding extra seats from US cities such as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago and European cities including Berlin, Geneva and Hamburg Additional flights will allow US and EU citizens to easily connect to a range of… Read the full news article
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has delivered funding to support the volunteer programme of the Open House Festival, a registered charity dedicated to regenerating Bangor through arts and culture. Open House originated in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter in 1999, and moved to Bangor in 2013, where its core month-long… Read the full news article
CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today (07/30/2021) recognized the monumental achievement of Bessie Coleman – the first African American woman and the first Native American to earn an aviation license. This year marks the centennial anniversary of the runway that Bessie paved for a new generation… Read the full news article
Partnership will leverage Qatar Airways’ global network, increase access to African destinations, and integrate respective loyalty programmes’ benefits DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways passengers will be able to explore even more of Africa following its new partnership with Rwanda’s flag carrier, RwandAir via their hubs at Doha and Kigali. As… Read the full news article
The new premium shopping avenue at Hamad International Airport features prestigious retails and dining outlets DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) today (02 August 2021) celebrated the launch of Viale di Lusso, a new premium fashion avenue at the heart of the award-winning Hamad International Airport (HIA), introducing the… Read the full news article
Guests in all cabins can now leverage our industry leading pre-order functionality to select meals and snacks and store payment for convenient onboard purchases SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — As more of our guests fly again, Alaska Airlines is thoughtfully and safely expanding food and beverage service on our flights, part of… Read the full news article
Nation’s Largest Vacation Ownership Club Offers 20% off, $200 Gift Card to Travelers Who Book a Stay at Select City Resorts ORLANDO, Fla., 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — After a year of travelers flocking to national parks and other outdoor vacation destinations, Club Wyndham, one of the nation’s largest vacation ownership clubs, is celebrating the… Read the full news article
SITA and Ethiopian Airlines partner to enhance the passenger experience with SITA Smart Path self-service and smarter check-in, pushing Africa to a safer future of travel Addis Ababa, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA has announced a new technology deployment offering passengers enhanced check-in and bag drop self-services with Ethiopian Airlines at Bole International… Read the full news article
Calgary, AB., 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority signed an 18-month contract with Associated Cab, Calgary City Cab, Calgary United Cab for on-demand taxi services at YYC Calgary International Airport (YYC). The Authority thoroughly reviewed multiple Requests for Proposal submissions and awarded the taxi contracts to three service providers, effective July… Read the full news article
The new Guangzhou hotel offers energized and culturally enriched spaces for socializing and unwinding CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (July 27, 2021) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Guangzhou Zengcheng. The 408-room hotel, which also includes serviced apartments, is centrally located in the Zengcheng National Economic… Read the full news article
Columbus, Ohio, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt House Columbus/OSU-Short North proudly celebrates the new-build hotel’s opening today (July 28, 2021). The extended-stay hotel is ideally located just across the from R&D giant Battelle and adjacent to Columbus’ vibrant Short North Arts District, Victorian Village and The Ohio State University. The 152-room property features… Read the full news article
Regional airline brings three new nonstop flights and signs of economic recovery INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Good news landed at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) today (July 28, 2021) as Contour Airlines announced it will become the second airline this year to kick-off operations out of Indy, beginning this fall with… Read the full news article
London, UK, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet is offering free access to Mizzi Mozzi language-learning ebooks onboard its entire network after uncovering that 82% of British parents are concerned their children have missed out on exposur… LEARNING THE LOCAL LINGO AT 35,000 FEET! British parents admit to being worried that foreign travel restrictions… Read the full news article
COLOGNE, Germany, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — An exclusive ribbon-cutting at Munich Airport today (July 28, 2021): Together with Eurotrade, the retail subsidiary of Munich Airport, the French luxury leather goods company “Longchamp” opened its new 72-square-meter boutique in Terminal 2 at Gates H. The boutique at Munich Airport was designed in line with the… Read the full news article
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has named 34-year airline veteran Toni Freeberg managing director of sales effective immediately. Freeberg assumes the role currently held by Mark Bocchi, who will retire from Alaska Airlines in October after 40 years. In her new role, Freeberg will set the strategy and oversee corporate and specialty sales,… Read the full news article
MALDIVES, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives participates in the Luxury Travel Advisors ULTRA Summit for 2021 to maintain the destination presence and promote the Maldives as a unique luxury travel destination in the United States market. This exclusive B2B event will be held from 25th to 27th July in Texas, United States…. Read the full news article