Category Archives: Travel Management

Cambria Hotels continues its expansion with the opening of a hotel in West Orange, N.J.

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Upscale Brand Adds Hotel in West Orange ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), the Cambria Hotels brand continues its coast-to-coast expansion with the opening of a hotel in West Orange, N.J. The 127-room Cambria Hotel West Orange is the brand’s first hotel in New Jersey and joins its growing portfolio in Northeastern cities,… Read the full press release

Acqualina Resort & Spa and Van Cleef & Arpels partner to offer an exclusive shopping experience for guests

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SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Acqualina Resort & Spa and Van Cleef & Arpels are offering an exclusive shopping experience for guests of the award-winning resort located in Sunny Isles Beach to shop in style at the exquisite boutique in Bal Harbour Shops.  With Van Cleef & Arpels’ 50 year anniversary of its iconic… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Yinchuan, China welcomes Daniel Herrmann as Executive Assistant Manager

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Yinchuan, China, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr. Daniel Herrmann, who originates from Germany, has accumulated considerable experience within the Hospitality industries alike. He started his more than 12 years career at the Kempinski Hotel Frankfurt where he as well completed his Hospitality Management Degree. As a passionate Kempinski hotelier he worked at the Emirates… Read the full press release

Leading Hotels of the World names Shannon Knapp, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, as interim CEO

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NEW YORK, NY, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ —The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd announced today (January 28, 2019) that Ted Teng is stepping down from his position as President and CEO, effective April 12, 2019, after 10 years leading the company. The Leading Hotels of the World Executive Committee has named Shannon Knapp, Senior… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts and SCG America partner for a new Le Méridien hotel in Orange County, California slated to open in 2021

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ARLINGTON, Va., 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a signing ceremony that took place yesterday, Interstate Hotels & Resorts today (JANUARY 31, 2019) announced its executed management agreement with New York City-based SCG America (SCGA) – the company leading the development of a new Le Méridien hotel in Orange County, California. Construction is anticipated to… Read the full press release

Ken Muskat returns to MSC Cruises as EVP Chief Operating Officer for the U.S. market

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Muskat returns in expanded role as EVP Chief Operating Officer Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises today (January 30, 2019) announced that it has further strengthened its Florida-based business operations as well as local management team to support its expected growth across the North American region. Effective February 4, Ken Muskat returns… Read the full press release

JW Marriott introduces JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa’s reimagined look following multi-million-dollar restoration

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The hotel’s evolved Mayan influences provide guests with the ultimate luxury experience in the Mexican Caribbean Cancun, Mexico, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, Inc., today (01/30/2019) announced the completion of JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa’s highly anticipated renovation, which includes an extensive transformation to all 447 lavish… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines unveils its new digital innovation lab, KrisLab

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Singapore, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines has today (29 January 2019) formally opened its new digital innovation lab, known as KrisLab, as part of the SIA Group’s significant investment programme aimed at making it the world’s leading digital airline. The unveiling of KrisLab is in line with the Airline’s Digital Innovation Blueprint which… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines to recruit 19 candidates for this year’s apprenticeship training

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Sixteen technical apprentices and three office clerk trainees are needed  Training commences on September 2, 2019  54 apprentices are currently undergoing training at Austrian Airlines  VIENNA, Austria, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Each year Austrian Airlines trains a large number of apprentices in different areas of the company. The field of aircraft engineering is particularly… Read the full press release

Philippines’ leading airline Cebu Pacific to expand its fleet with 12 brand new aircraft in 2019

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CEB aims to fly 200 million passengers by 2020 Pasay City, Philippines, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), is set to receive 12 brand new aircraft in 2019, to support the carrier’s expansion plans this year. The aircraft deliveries include six Airbus A321neo; five A320neo; and an ATR… Read the full press release

RwandAir extends partnership with Amadeus to support plans of expanding its network and fleet

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Kigali, Rwanda, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — RwandAir, the national carrier of the Republic of Rwanda, is pleased to announce its expansion through its partnership with Amadeus, a world class passenger service solution, to adopt technology that will allow its customers to benefit from improved efficiency, a better experience and increased convenience. This is in… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo creates new levels of luxury following guestrooms and suites makeover

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Hong Kong, China, 2019-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo has completed a comprehensive renovation of its guestrooms and suites to create new levels of luxury, that confirm the five-star hotel’s status as one of the best in the world. The makeover of all 179 spacious guestrooms and suites draws on Japan’s rich culture, to… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora named the #1 Hotel in French Polynesia in the 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards

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Acclaimed island resort also named top hotel for luxury and service Bora Bora, French Polynesia, 2019-Jan-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora was named the #1 Hotel in French Polynesia in the 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards. Based on the reviews and opinions submitted by the website’s millions of international users over the past… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels announces the opening of Hyatt Place Calgary Airport

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A spacious, 127-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in Calgary, Alberta CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Jan-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (January 29, 2019) announced Hyatt Place Calgary Airport, the second Hyatt Place hotel in Alberta, and the ninth Hyatt-branded hotel in Canada, is officially open. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces $1 million grant program recipients

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DALLAS, TX, 2019-Jan-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 29, 2019) announced that 24 nonprofit organizations across the United States will be receiving a portion of a $1 million grant program, sponsored by the Texas-based carrier, to strengthen communities throughout the nation. Each of the receiving organizations is tasked with using the funds to… Read the full press release

The U.S. Travel Association welcomes three key personnel to its Washington, D.C.-based team

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WASHINGTON, DC, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The U.S. Travel Association has added three key personnel to its Washington, D.C.-based team. Jeff Ajluni, formerly the chief commercial officer of the Trust for the National Mall, joins the association on February 4 as its senior vice president of business development, a newly created position. Treon… Read the full press release

The Luxury Collection® announces the opening of the 58-room IRAPH SUI a stunning seafront property in Japan’s southern Okinawa islands

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The Luxury Collection’s Third Property in Japan, IRAPH SUI, Will Offer Unique and Rare Experiences for Global Explorers in the Tropical Island Paradise Bethesda, MD, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection®, part of Marriott International, Inc., today (01/29/2019) announced the opening of the 58-room IRAPH SUI, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Miyako Okinawa,… Read the full press release

Chartwell Hospitality announces the opening of the 210-guest-room Hilton Nashville Green Hills

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FRANKLIN, Tenn., 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Chartwell Hospitality LLC, an integrated hotel operations and development company, announced today (January 29, 2019) the grand opening of the 210-guest-room Hilton Nashville Green Hills, a contemporary property featuring high-end custom designs and an abundance of meeting and event space. As the neighborhood’s only full-service hotel, Hilton Nashville Green… Read the full press release

Ascend Hotel Collection closed out 2018 with seventy-three total franchise agreements, the most franchise agreements in its history

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Franchise Agreements Fuel Upscale Brand Growth in Popular Travel Destinations Worldwide ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ascend Hotel Collection, the world’s first and largest soft brand from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), closed out 2018 by awarding the most franchise agreements in the brand’s history. Seventy-three total franchise agreements, 43 domestic and 30 international,… Read the full press release

Stewart Bainum Jr., Choice Hotels International chairman honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit

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Recognition Comes as Choice Celebrates 80th Anniversary ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Stewart Bainum Jr., chairman of the board of directors of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), yesterday received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) for his career-long contributions to the hospitality industry. The recognition comes as Choice… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels welcomes Douglas Lisi as vice president of revenue management

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel franchisors, announced Douglas Lisi has joined the company as vice president of revenue management. In this role, Lisi will lead the company’s revenue management organization and functions, including trend analysis, forecasting, and price optimization, to help… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport selects Michelle Kong to participate in the Future Director Programme

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport’s Board announced today (30 January 2019) that it has selected Michelle Kong to participate in the Future Director Programme for the next 18 months. Ms Kong will join the programme alongside her current role in Fletcher Distribution as General Manager for Digital Ventures and Snappy, a New… Read the full press release

American Hotel & Lodging Association announces its 2019 Officers, Board of Directors and Executive Committee

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Wyndham’s Ballotti Named 2019 Chair; Rogers Starts Tenure as President & CEO LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today (January 28, 2019) announced its 2019 Officers, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, which includes top leaders representing all segments of the hospitality industry. Notably, Geoff Ballotti,… Read the full press release

Laudamotion now a 100% subsidiary of Ryanair Holdings Plc

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Lauda commits to 24 aircraft in S19 & signs LOI to grow to 30 aircraft in S20 Lauda traffic to grow from 4m in year 1 to 6m in year 2 DUBLIN, Ireland, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Laudamotion, Austria’s No. 1 low fares airline, today (29 Jan) confirmed that Ryanair has completed the purchase… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu announces the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel Reussen, Andermatt in Switzerland

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces, is proud to announce a new hotel opening: the Radisson Blu Hotel Reussen, Andermatt in Switzerland. Facing the Swiss Alps, the 224-room hotel is part of an extensive transformation that seeks… Read the full press release

Navarre’s tourism observatory in Spain joins INSTO

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Madrid, Spain, 2019-Jan-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Navarre’s observatory is the first tourism observatory in Spain to join INSTO, bringing the number of network members to 25. The group consists of destinations committed to generating better evidence through the continuous monitoring of the impacts of tourism at the destination level. The Tourism Observatory of Navarre… Read the full press release

Element Hotels announces the opening of Element Detroit at the Metropolitan

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Located in the Heart of Detroit’s Entertainment District, Element Detroit at the Metropolitan brings new life to one of the city’s most iconic buildings that has sat vacant for 40 years and was destined for demolition Bethesda, MD, 2019-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Element Hotels, part of Marriott International, along with Detroit-based Roxbury Group… Read the full press release

Hyatt expects 40 new hotels to open in California, Oregon and Washington by the end of 2021

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Hyatt to expand its brand portfolio in California, Oregon and Washington by nearly 45 percent CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today(January 28, 2019) announced that Hyatt expects 40 new hotels to open in California, Oregon and Washington by the end of 2021, fueling Hyatt’s regional brand growth by… Read the full press release

ANA HOLDINGS announces investment in PAL Holdings

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TOKYO and MANILA, 2019-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — ANA HOLDINGS INC. (hereinafter “ANA HD”), parent of All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-star airline for six consecutive years, will invest $95 million US dollars in PAL Holdings Inc. (hereinafter “PAL Holdings”) and acquire 9.5% of PAL Holding’s outstanding shares. PAL Holdings is the… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the construction on the Cambria Hotel Los Angeles – Spring Street in Downtown Los Angeles

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Upscale Hotel Brand Expands in Historic Core District with Adaptive Reuse Project ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jan-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is excited to announce that PNK Group Investments has begun construction on the Cambria Hotel Los Angeles – Spring Street in Downtown Los Angeles. Slated to open in 2020, the 13-story, 180-room hotel is… Read the full press release