Category Archives: Travel Management

Qatar Airways marks its achievements throughout the last two decades with new limited-edition stamp collection

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Qatar Airways marks its achievements throughout the last two decades with new limited-edition stamp collection   Unique limited-edition postage stamps celebrate 20 years of success Four exclusive designs commemorate some of the airline’s biggest achievements DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways continues its ongoing celebrations of its 20th anniversary with four unique commemorative… Read the full press release

Oman Air increases baggage allowance on flights from Muscat to India and the Philippines until 15 December 2017

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Muscat, Oman, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is delighted to start the holiday season early by offering an increased baggage allowance on flights from Muscat to India and the Philippines until 15 December 2017. Oman Air already offers a generous allowance of two bags… Read the full press release

UNWTO announces winners and finalists of The 14th Edition of the UNWTO Awards

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UNWTO announces winners and finalists of The 14th Edition of the UNWTO Awards   Madrid, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) announces the winners of the UNWTO Ulysses Prize and the UNWTO Ethics Award, as well as 14 finalists for the upcoming 14th Edition of the UNWTO Awards for Innovation in Tourism…. Read the full press release

Brussels Airport and Customs and Excise Duties inaugurate the Z Backscatter Van to scan planes from various forms of contraband

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Brussels Airport and Customs and Excise Duties inaugurate the Z Backscatter Van to scan planes from various forms of contraband   BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (27 November 2017 ) the General Administration of Customs and Excise Duties and Brussels Airport inaugurated the Z Backscatter Van at the airport, in the presence of the… Read the full press release

Travelzoo wins the ‘Best Use of Voice of the Customer’ award at the 2017 Engage Awards

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London, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global publisher of exclusive offers and experiences for members, won the ‘Best Use of Voice of the Customer’ award at the 2017 Engage Awards, which celebrate inspirational customer and employee engagement excellence. The award was received at a glittering ceremony in London, following the… Read the full press release

VisitScotland: Scotland named Most Welcoming Country and Favourite Destination of 2017

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VisitScotland: Scotland named Most Welcoming Country and Favourite Destination of 2017   EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Commenting on the results of the Rough Guides Reader Awards 2017, where Scotland was named Most Welcoming Country and Favourite Destination of 2017, Malcolm Roughead, VisitScotland Chief Executive, said: “It’s fantastic to see that Scotland’s charm has cast its… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Doha appoints Kemal Bayik as Director of Marketing

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Four Seasons Hotel Doha appoints Kemal Bayik as Director of Marketing   Doha, Qatar, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Doha announces the appointment of Kemal Bayik as Director of Marketing of the award-winning 231-room luxury property. As Director of Marketing, Bayik will be responsible in leading sales, reservations, public relations, and catering and conference services…. Read the full press release

ONYX Hospitality Group announces OZO Phuket in Thailand, scheduled to open in mid 2019

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ONYX Hospitality Group announces OZO Phuket in Thailand, scheduled to open in mid 2019   Bangkok, Thailand, 2017-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — ONYX Hospitality Group continues its portfolio expansion with the introduction of OZO Phuket in Thailand. Currently under development and scheduled to open in mid 2019, the hotel will offer 255 guest rooms and… Read the full press release

Iberia appoints FTEJerez as the official flight training provider of its future pilots

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FTEJerez selected by the Spanish flag carrier as their ab initio flight training provider. MADRID, Spain, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — In this new Mentored Airline Pilot Scheme, selected candidates will commence their training at FTEJerez early in 2018 joining FTE’s AFOP (Airline First Officer Programme). Following 62 weeks of training in Jerez, the graduates… Read the full press release

Singapore wins the bid to host the Rotary International Convention in 2024

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SINGAPORE, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore has won the provisional bid to host the Rotary International Convention in 2024, which is set to be the largest association congress ever hosted by the Republic.  More than 25,000 Rotary members from around the world are expected to converge on Singapore to connect, engage and share… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines announces partnership with Russian Airlines PJSC “Aeroflot”

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TOKYO, Japan, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Public Joint Stock Company “Aeroflot – Russian Airlines” (PJSC “Aeroflot”) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a strategic cooperation agreement to pursue commercial opportunities which will greatly benefit the customers of both airlines by providing more options for travel between Russia… Read the full press release

dnata, Emirates Innovation Lab, IBM and flydubai Cargo create new value proposition for cargo service delivery through blockchain technology

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dnata, Emirates Innovation Lab, flydubai Cargo, and IBM Successfully Complete a Proof of Concept (PoC) Using Blockchain Technology for Airfreight Transportation in Dubai DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata’s cargo operations, in conjunction with Emirates Innovation Lab, IBM and flydubai Cargo, has created a new value proposition for cargo service delivery through the… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines extends code-share agreement with Qatar Airways

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a oneworld® global airline alliance member, announces that the terms and conditions of the code-share agreement with Qatar Airways, its partner airline, have been extended. In accordance with the arrangements, the airlines will carry out joint flights to Australia, countries of Asia and Africa. Under the agreement, the passengers now have the opportunity… Read the full press release

G4S and ICTS selected to provide security services at Brussels Airport

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — After winning the tender, security companies G4S and ICTS will provide security services at Brussels Airport for three years starting February 2018. G4S will be responsible for the security screening of passengers, staff and baggage at the airport, while ICTS will take care of access control of staff,… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways extends its sponsorship as Official Airline Partner of Orbis UK

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The multiple award-winning airline extends its sponsorship as Official Airline Partner for a further three years Occasion coincides with an official visit to Qatar by Her Royal Highness, Sophie The Countess of Wessex  DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has renewed its sponsorship as Official Airline Partner to Orbis UK for a… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group names Adrian Oyekanmi as Senior Vice President, Global Strategic Sourcing

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Brussels, Belgium, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel groups in the world, today announced the appointment of Adrian Oyekanmi as Senior Vice President, Global Strategic Sourcing. Adrian will report to Iñigo Capell, Executive Vice President & Global Chief Resources Officer. Adrian joined Carlson in April 2017… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes Eastern Airways’ new service to Isle of Man and Newcastle

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Belfast, Northern Island, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe franchise partner, Eastern Airways, is introducing Sunday flights on its Belfast City Airport routes to the Isle of Man and Newcastle. The new Sunday services will help to provide weekend break opportunities and assist business passengers travelling to their destination on a Sunday ready for an… Read the full press release

CDA officially opens Airport Maintenance Complex (AMC) annex building at O’Hare International Airport

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Chicago, IL, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today to officially open a new 90,000 square foot Airport Maintenance Complex (AMC) annex building to be used for the snow program at O’Hare International Airport. The new $18 million facility houses snow removal vehicles and other equipment… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon announce the return of Vantage Pass promotion

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Fly two Business Class round-trips from HKD7,600 Hong Kong, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Our popular Vantage Pass promotion is back. Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon customers can fly to two destinations and enjoy Business Class starting from HKD7,600 for both round-trips. Vantage Pass provides you with the chance to make the most of… Read the full press release

IATA and the African Development Bank to establish framework for collaboration to boost the aviation sector in Africa

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Abuja, Nigeria, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for collaboration to boost the aviation sector in Africa. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the International Civil Aviation Organization World Aviation Forum… Read the full press release

IATA: PAConf approves full implementation of the New Generation of IATA Settlement Systems (NewGen ISS) initiative

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the Passenger Agency Conference (PAConf), composed of IATA’s member airlines, adopted Resolutions for the full implementation of the New Generation of IATA Settlement Systems (NewGen ISS) initiative. NewGen ISS represents the most extensive and ambitious modernization of the IATA Billing and… Read the full press release

easyJet teams up with HolidayTaxis Group to launch new airport transfers booking portal

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easyJet works with HolidayTaxis to provide customers with a wide range of ground transport options to get to and from the airport   New online booking portal will make it easier than ever for customers to book the best deals and fastest transfer times LUTON, UK, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline,… Read the full press release

IHG to rebrand 14 hotels within SAMHI’s India hotel portfolio to Holiday Inn Express hotels

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Milestone agreement will increase IHG’s current system size in India by 34% Denham, United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has partnered with SAMHI to rebrand approximately 2000 rooms (operating and under construction) within its India hotel portfolio, to Holiday Inn Express hotels…. Read the full press release

IHG to launch boutique brand Hotel Indigo® in Japan

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — As the number of visitors to Japan continues to grow, there is a segment of travellers who are looking for something different – a property to satisfy their senses of curiosity and creativity that delivers a memorable experience of a destination. Looking to meet this need, IHGA… Read the full press release

IHG announces agreement with Franzé Developments to open and operate Holiday Inn and Suites Geelong, Australia

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers to Geelong will soon be introduced to the ‘Joy of Travel’, with IHG today announcing a 20-year management agreement with Franzé Developments to open and operate Holiday Inn and Suites Geelong, the largest hotel in the city. Opening in 2020, the 190-room property will be… Read the full press release

IHG announces 187-room new build Crowne Plaza Cairo Sheikh Zayed City scheduled to open in 2021

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Crowne Plaza Cairo Sheikh Zayed City in partnership with Al Badr For Investments and Commercial Spaces Company. The new development aligns with IHG’s strategy to grow the Crowne Plaza brand across… Read the full press release

Marriott International becomes the preferred hotel company for the Toronto Maple Leafs

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Members of Marriott Rewards and SPG Can Get Exclusive VIP Access to Toronto Maple Leaf Hockey Events Toronto, ON, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, the country’s leading lodging company, is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), making Marriott International the preferred hotel company for the… Read the full press release

agoda 2017 Gold Circle Awards winners announced

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SINGAPORE, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — agoda, one of the world’s fastest-growing online booking platforms and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has announced the winners of its prestigious 2017 Gold Circle Awards, given to top-performing accommodation partners around the world that exemplify the best qualities of the online booking travel experience. Running for now the… Read the full press release

Worldwide Flight Services awarded five new cargo handling contracts in France

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PARIS, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has been awarded five new cargo handling contracts by passenger and freighter airlines in France. Four of the contracts cover Paris CDG as well as handling at WFS’ other 11 cargo stations across France. Vietnam Airlines has renewed its cargo handling agreement with WFS,… Read the full press release

The Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority voted for Mesa SkyBridge, LLC as Master Developer for the Gateway Aerospace Park

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Mesa, Arizona, 2017-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority (PMGAA) Board of Directors voted unanimously to select Mesa SkyBridge, LLC (SkyBridge) as Master Developer for the Gateway Aerospace Park. The vote is a significant milestone and continues a process that began in April 2015 with the enVision Gateway event.  Developing the 360… Read the full press release