Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on European governments and air navigation service providers (ANSPs) to make urgent improvements to European air traffic management. The priority should be to cut carbon emissions and address the unnecessary costs and flight delays suffered by passengers from inefficient airspace routes… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Management
CDA awarded the 2019 Civil Rights Advocate and Partner Award for DBE/ACDBE Programs at O’Hare and Midway International Airports
CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) was awarded the 2019 Civil Rights Advocate and Partner Award for DBE/ACDBE Programs at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. The presentation was made to CDA representatives during the 10th annual Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Civil Rights Training conference for Airports in… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific reopens newly renovated Shanghai Pudong Cathay Pacific Lounge
Cathay Pacific is moving beyond with the re-opening of the newly renovated Shanghai Pudong lounge on 18 July Hong Kong, China, 2019-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is reopening its newly renovated Shanghai Pudong Cathay Pacific Lounge on July 18, marking the introduction of the airline’s awards-winning lounge design to mainland China for the… Read the full press release
The very first standalone Private Residences from Four Seasons unveiled in the heart of London’s Mayfair neighbourhood
Finchatton and Four Seasons debut 37 homes in the heart of London’s historic Mayfair neighbourhood Toronto, Canada, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Finchatton, the renowned property development and design firm, in partnership with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, today unveil the first look at Twenty Grosvenor Square, A Four Seasons Residence,… Read the full press release
IHG announces the groundbreaking of a new-build Holiday Inn Express® hotel in downtown Washington, D.C.
Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (16 JULY 2019) announces the groundbreaking of a new-build Holiday Inn Express® hotel in downtown Washington, D.C. Scheduled to open in Q4 2020, the 247-room hotel will be owned by Washington, D.C.-based developer Habte Sequar with Lima Hotels… Read the full press release
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast in Maroochydore Town Centre to open in 2020
Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading Australian hotel investment and development company, Pro-Invest, will open a Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast in Maroochydore Town Centre in 2020, following the purchase of a prime site in Maroochydore and lodgement of a development application with Economic Development Queensland for a new… Read the full press release
Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants to unveil first properties in Mexico in 2020
Boutique hospitality brand to open in Polanco in 2020 Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants announced today (16 JULY 2019) that the company will unveil their first properties in Mexico in 2020 with the opening of two high-end boutique hotels in the upscale neighborhood of Polanco in Mexico City. Both projects are… Read the full press release
Heathrow and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew unveil hand-made 12 metre squared Botanical Tapestry
LONDON, UK, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers set to depart from Heathrow Terminal 2 over the summer holidays are in for a treat as Heathrow and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew today (16 July, 2019) unveil a unique, hand-made 12 metre squared Botanical Tapestry, depicting global flora in intricate and colourful detail. The botanical… Read the full press release
Vietjet launches new route connecting Nha Trang, Vietnam with Busan, South Korea
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — New-age carrier Vietjet has officially launched its latest international route connecting Nha Trang, Vietnam’s popular beach city, with Busan, South Korea’s famous seaport city. Vietjet is the first carrier to operate the direct route between the two destinations, marking the airline’s ninth service between Vietnam… Read the full press release
Austrian Airlines Searches for Digital Pilots
Third round of the “AIRcelerate” dual course of studies Application deadline at the end of August 2019 Main focus: graduates should contribute business intelligence to flight operations VIENNA, Austria, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — “We would like to initiate a digital impetus. For this purpose, we are looking for digital pilots”, says Jens Ritter, Accountable… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways launches new service to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 27 October 2019
Qatar Airways will be the first Middle Eastern airline to operate to the capital of Botswana Three-times weekly flights to Gaborone will be operated by an Airbus A350 aircraft DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the launch of its new service to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 27 October… Read the full press release
W Washington DC Completes $50M Renovation
Iconic Hotel Completes $50M Renovation Including Total Transformation of All Guest Rooms, Famed POV Rooftop Bar and Living Room, as well as Premiere of Two New Restaurants Washington, D.C., 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Revelry versus rivalry is what’s in store at the newly renovated W Washington DC. Officially unveiled today (07/17/2019), the Beaux… Read the full press release
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban uMhlanga Ridge officially opens
Edgy and innovative hotel brand comes to uMhlanga Ridge Cape Town, South Africa, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban uMhlanga Ridge officially opened this month, making it the first Fire & Ice! by Marriott hotel in KwaZulu-Natal and the fourth in South Africa. A highly anticipated addition… Read the full press release
Marriott Bonvoy Brings Once-In-A-Lifetime Manchester United Experiences to Asia Pacific
Members can experience exclusive moments with Manchester United in Perth, Singapore and Shanghai Singapore, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Members of Marriott International’s travel program, Marriott Bonvoy can enjoy an exclusive series of experiences during Manchester United’s pre-season tour in Perth, Singapore and Shanghai. As part of the multi-year marketing partnership between Marriott International… Read the full press release
W London – Leicester Square unveils a multi-million-pound tech-based transformation of all 192 guest rooms and suites
Multi-Million Pound Renovation of W London Allows Guests to Take Charge of their Stay Through Innovative In-Room Technology, Alongside Fantastic Collaboration with Fashion Visionary, Jack Irving London, United Kingdom, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — W London – Leicester Square today (07/15/2019) announced a super-charged new chapter for the hotel, unveiling a multi-million-pound transformation of… Read the full press release
Newly renovated Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks becomes the first property in the world to display the new Sheraton logo
Sheraton’s transformation continues to build momentum as the newly renovated Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks becomes first property in the world to display new logo Bethesda, MD, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. [NASDAQ: MAR] today (07/15/2019) announced its continued brand transformation efforts of its most global brand, Sheraton Hotels, as it… Read the full press release
Marriott International launches a custom app-based wellbeing challenge, TakeCare Level30
With an award-winning culture of promoting employee wellbeing, Marriott invites guests, job seekers and the general public to join its annual challenge and live well for 90-days. Bethesda, MD, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced today (07/15/2019) the launch of TakeCare Level30, a custom app-based wellbeing challenge available for guests and associates… Read the full press release
Diamond Aircraft receives Chinese certification for the Diamond DA62 twin
Diamond Aircraft received validation of type certificate by the Civil Aviation Administration of China for the Diamond DA62 twin. Wiener Neustadt, Austria, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — “We are very proud to have Chinese certification for our DA62. This is another huge milestone for our company,” said Liqun (Frank) Zhang, CEO of Diamond Aircraft… Read the full press release
Diamond provides three-month subscription to SiriusXM aviation weather, information, and audio programming services with purchase of new aircraft
Diamond, a leading manufacturer in the Aviation industry, to offer pilots and passengers SiriusXM’s Weather, Info and Audio Entertainment Wiener Neustadt, Austria, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — SiriusXM® and Diamond Aircraft, one of the leading aircraft manufacturers in general aviation in North America, announced that Diamond will provide its customers with a three-month subscription to… Read the full press release
Diamond Aircraft continues to see strong sales growth of the Diamond DA62 in the Brazilian market
Diamond Aircraft continues to see strong sales growth in the Brazilian market, especially of the new DA62 platform. Wiener Neustadt, Austria, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — “We are encouraged by the continued sales growth of the Diamond DA62 in the Brazilian market” said Scott McFadzean, CEO of Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. “The combination of… Read the full press release
The 2019 Taste of Chicago Presented by DoorDash Delivered More Than a “Taste of” Good Food, Music, Theatre and Arts
Chicago’s iconic Summer festival returns for its 40th year July 8–12, 2020, in Grant Park Chicago, IL, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The 39th Annual Taste of Chicago presented by DoorDash didn’t miss a beat or a bite with extraordinary culinary and cultural offerings. The festival featured more than 300 menu items from 80 eateries,… Read the full press release
DCASE: Kwame Amoaku appointed as Director of the Chicago Film Office
As the diversity of the film industry continues to grow, 25-year industry veteran Amoaku is first African-American to head up this vital role CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today (July 15, 2019) announced Kwame Amoaku as Director of the Chicago Film Office. Amoaku… Read the full press release
First of Two New Hangars Put into Operation at Vienna Airport
First of Two New Hangars Put into Operation: Vienna Aircraft Handling GmbH (VAH) Will Offer 16,000 m² of Hangar Space in Hangars 8 and 9 as of Autumn 2019 VIENNA, Austria, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Flughafen Wien AG is building two new hangars for general aviation at Vienna Airport by the autumn of 2019… Read the full press release
Pacific Asia Travel Association announces the winners of the 2019 PATA Grand and Gold Awards
BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Winners of the 2019 PATA Grand and Gold Awards are announced today (July 15, 2019) by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). These awards, generously supported and sponsored since 1995 by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), this year recognise the achievements of 27 separate organisations and individuals. The 2019 PATA Gold Awards… Read the full press release
UK Investors File Lawsuit in the Canaries Against Blue Explorers for Misleading Shareholders
The claim alleges the Defendants (Blue Explorers S.L.) made false statements, failed to disclose adverse facts about the businesses, finance, operations and prospects. UK based Shareholders (Canarian Underwater) seek to have the Shareholders Agreement invalidated, damages of €475,761 and costs (up to 30% under Spanish Law, €142,728 in addition to the of €475,761 claim). MADRID,… Read the full press release
Emirates launches new daily service from Dubai to Mexico City via Barcelona from December 2019
New route brings daily flight services between Spain and Mexico to cater to underserved demand Dubai, UAE, 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates announced today (16 July 2019) its plan to launch a new daily service from Dubai (DXB) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX), via the Spanish city of Barcelona (BCN), starting on… Read the full press release
Flying solo marks new milestone for Emirates Flight Training Academy
Dubai, UAE, 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The big day had finally arrived, and Mohamed Al Dosari spent the morning in eager anticipation of the moment he would make history. As soon as he strapped himself into the Cirrus, his trained mind took over. He finished the pre-flight checks, taxied, accelerated and took off… Read the full press release
Yu Yue Heen at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou awarded one Michelin star for the second year in the 2019 Michelin Guide Guangzhou
Guangzhou, China, 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Yu Yue Heen at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou was awarded one Michelin star for the second year in the 2019 Michelin Guide Guangzhou. Guangzhou is only the second city in Mainland China to receive the acclaimed Michelin star award, the world’s most highly- regarded restaurant recognition. Yu Yue Heen, located on 71st… Read the full press release
Port of Oakland’s keystone project set to be delivered in 2020
Permit OKd for first building at Seaport Logistics Complex, construction goes on Oakland, Calif., 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Port of Oakland Commissioners have approved the final permit associated with one of the most anticipated industrial developments in Port history. They voted last week to approve a vertical permit – industrial vernacular for a… Read the full press release
HMSHost to bring Screen Door to Portland International Airport in 2021
HMSHost awarded new contract to bring beloved Portland restaurant to PDX Portland, Ore., 2019-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Local favorite Screen Door is set to debut at Portland International Airport’s (PDX) Concourse B in 2021. The beloved Portland restaurant brings its culinary creations and Pacific Northwest charm to PDX travelers as part of a new 10-year contract… Read the full press release