Aberdeen, Scotland, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Aberdeen International Airport and CHC Helicopter have, today, announced their collaborative Runway Run event which will be taking off this summer. The Runway Run will give 300 participants the rare opportunity to run the length of the airport’s runway at midnight while raising funds for three local charities…. Read the full press release
LONDON, UK, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — SafeSkys, part of the Air Partner group, has been awarded the contract for provision of Airfield Wildlife Control Services for the Royal Air Force (RAF) in Scotland at RAF Lossiemouth, RLG Kinloss and RAF Leuchars. The three-year contract will commence 1 April 2018, with the option of a… Read the full press release
GENEVA, Switzerland, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Biometric technology is emerging as the top solution for airlines and airports to automate identity checks amid rising passenger numbers. This is according to Biometrics for Better Travel: An ID Management Revolution, a report published today by SITA. It outlines how using biometrics to check passenger’s identity will… Read the full press release
Research will focus on strategic technologies to enable innovation Boeing plans to open the research facility by mid-2018 SEOUL, South Korea, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] announced today the company’s intention to establish a new research center in the Republic of Korea; the company is currently in discussion with the Korean… Read the full press release
PARIS, France, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — True to its ambition to drive innovation and attract the best talents to create the hospitality of tomorrow, AccorHotels is today launching its 8th Take off! – the competition that pits hundreds of students from universities and business & hotel management schools from all over the world against each other…. Read the full press release
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Students from the University of Bahrain (UoB) visited the construction site of the Bahrain International Airport’s (BIA) New Passenger Terminal as part of a public outreach programme by Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the airport’s operator and managing body. BAC Chief Development and Technical Officer, Abdulla Janahi delivered a… Read the full press release
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), has issued a new tender for operators wishing to operate the airport’s call centre and public announcement (PA) functions. BIA currently operates the call centre through the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system and announcements… Read the full press release
Airport Sheremetyevo presented the results of the project “Natural decor in interiors of passenger terminals” on the International Earth Day. The passengers’ experience was enhanced with “green” decorative installations created with the use of natural plants and materials. MOSCOW, Russia, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The decoration concept of the terminals represents a “green labyrinth” of stylistically connected natural art installations. Guests are… Read the full press release
Travelers Can Choose Between Downtown Creativity & Chelsea Style at Neighborhood-Inspired Experiential Hotels Bethesda, MD, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Hotels, Marriott International’s playful, experiential hotel brand for the next generation of travelers, expects to welcome two New York City hotels to its roster this year, bringing the brand to a total of three… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways’ code to be applied to Iberia flights from Madrid to key destinations across Latin America Enhanced codeshare partnership to provide even more connectivity for both business and leisure travellers to popular destinations throughout the Middle East, Asia and Latin America DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and Iberia are… Read the full press release
Hero mascots ‘Orry’ and ‘Orah’ join their friends to help celebrate the launch of Qatar Airways’ new dedicated flying club for children New long-haul activity kits, special children’s menu, toys and Loyalty Programme promise to keep kids entertained on flights DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the launch… Read the full press release
ONYX partners with Guang Yue Jin Tai Group to manage an over 100-key property in China’s southernmost province HONG KONG, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Continuing the growth of its Shama pipeline with four deals announced since the start of the year, ONYX Hospitality Group, one of the region’s leading hotel management companies, announced the… Read the full press release
TOKYO, Japan, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), became the first Japanese airline that has signed the United for Wildlife (UFW) “Buckingham Palace Declaration”(*1) on the illegal trade in wildlife on March 13, 2018. Total 48 airlines, as well as a number of other aviation stakeholders have signed up to the declaration,… Read the full press release
AHLA, IH&LA Partner with Grads of Life, LeadersUp to Support Recruitment and Training of Opportunity Youth CHICAGO, IL, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AHLEF), the foundation arm of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced a $75,000 grant to help Chicago community-based organizations recruit and train… Read the full press release
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Earth Hour 2018 – candlelit hotels, regional culinary offerings and a dance floor that generates its own energy On 24 March 2018, millions of people across the world will again be going “lights out” for 60 minutes as they take part in the World Wide… Read the full press release
DENHAM, UK, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Crowne Plaza Doha West Bay in partnership with Tanmiyat Real Estate. Currently operating as the M Doha Hotel, the hotel is expected to be rebranded by August 2018, aligning with IHG’s… Read the full press release
The PAL-Amadeus partnership supports the airline’s mission to upgrade the total passenger experience MADRID, Spain, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Philippine Airlines (PAL) received Skytrax’s coveted 4-Star rating a little over a month ago, but already the airline is aiming for its 5th Star. “We want Philippine Airlines to stand shoulder to shoulder with the… Read the full press release
VAIL, Colo., 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Daned Kirkham, corporate sales director for Timbers Resorts, recently announced that Eric Wagenknecht has joined The Sebastian-Vail as a real estate sales associate. Wagenknecht will work with guests and clients in navigating the purchase and ownership of the property’s Private Residence Club. Wagenknecht has more than two decades… Read the full press release
Bethesda, MD, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Element Hotels, part of Marriott International, and Ctwo Hotels, announces today the opening of Element Moline, marking the debut of the eco-conscious, extended-stay brand in Illinois. With the support and inspiration of the Moline Historic Society, Element Moline offers guests eco-friendly and wellness-focused amenities within the historical… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, Thailand, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism industry organisations and individuals making outstanding contributions towards the successful promotion of the travel industry throughout the Asia Pacific region are encouraged to submit entries to the 2018 Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards. The deadline for submissions is May 11, 2018. The Awards presentation will take place during PATA… Read the full press release
The new partnership will provide Cathay Pacific Cargo customers with more options in the transportation of high-value, temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products HONG KONG, 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Cargo today announced a new partnership with va-Q-tec, a leading provider of thermal packaging solutions for temperature controlled transportation. va-Q-tec’s advanced passive thermal containers, which are… Read the full press release
Brand transformation continues to build pipeline with 80 percent new construction ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has continued to transform the Comfort brand through bold moves and substantial investment. The Comfort brand plans to again open more than one hotel… Read the full press release
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Mar-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announced the promotion of Ralph Thiergart to vice president and general manager of extended stay brands. In this new role, Thiergart will oversee Choice’s extended stay portfolio and operations, highlighted by the recently acquired WoodSpring Suites… Read the full press release
Exciting new features from Seatfrog – groups* can bid and upgrade together from one device Third Party Bookings – Virgin Trains East Coast bookings made through third parties** like The Trainline can now be added to Seatfrog Upgrade Now – new ‘buy it now’ feature lets you upgrade to First Class instantly if the price… Read the full press release
MACAO, 2018-Mar-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Top chefs and restaurateurs from across Asia will gather in Macao for the announcement of “Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2018” list and related events, running from March 25 to 27. Organized with the support of Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), the hosting of the world famous gourmet awards ceremony… Read the full press release
HMSHost awarded prestigious Best Overall Food & Beverage Restaurateur BETHESDA, MD, 2018-Mar-20 — /Travel PR News/ — At the Airport Revenue News 2018 Revenue Conference & Exhibition Awards Gala this week, global restaurateur HMSHost was awarded with Best Overall Food & Beverage Restaurateur for the eleventh consecutive year. This award recognizes the restaurateur who excels in every phase of operations,… Read the full press release
ZURICH, Switzerland, 2018-Mar-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Today’s (19.03.2018) groundbreaking ceremony marked the official start for the expansion and refurbishment of Zurich Airport’s baggage handling system. The construction project will be implemented during ongoing operations until the end of 2025 and upon completion will ensure greater baggage handling capacity. Instead of the traditional spade, shortly… Read the full press release
$555 Million Budgeted at 12 Mountain Destinations Over the Next Five Years $130 Million for 2018/2019 Including New Gondola and Three New Chairlifts DENVER, Colo., 2018-Mar-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Alterra Mountain Company reinforces its commitment to growth and investment in its family of 12 mountain destinations by announcing its initial capital improvements, with an… Read the full press release
LIVERPOOL, UK, 2018-Mar-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Widnes Vikings are proud to have formed a major new commercial partnership with Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Liverpool John Lennon Airport currently handles almost 5 million passengers per year with flights to over 60 destinations in the UK and across Europe. It is the Faster, Easier, Friendlier Airport… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2018-Mar-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments, today announced the appointment of Andrew Reitmaier to the newly created role of director of business development in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa). In this capacity Reitmaier will spearhead all real estate development activities across the region, including acquisitions and management… Read the full press release