Category Archives: Travel Management

Lufthansa Group announces research collaboration with Hopper on the application of machine learning algorithms and AI to predict flight demand

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Research alliance with Hopper, the specialist in price forecasting  The aim is a systematic collaboration on the application of machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence to predict flight demand Lufthansa Innovation Hub supports with the Canadian startup’s entry into the European market COLOGNE, Germany, 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa Group and the… Read the full news article

HSMAI Americas Executive Committee members for 2019

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McLEAN, VA, 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) proudly announces its 2019 Americas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. The board is composed of a diverse range of travel and hospitality executives from a representative mix of HSMAI members. “As we look to the year ahead, we’re… Read the full news article

Marriott International opens new Sheraton hotel in Manila, Philippines

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Sheraton Hotels Debuts Brand Transformation with New Landmark Property in Manila  Manila, The Philippines, 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International continues to expand its portfolio in the Philippines with the opening of the new Sheraton hotel in Manila. The new Sheraton hotel is set to provide a warmly authentic welcome and become the… Read the full news article

Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel welcomes newly appointed Director of Sales & Marketing Joyce Wong

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Joyce Wong as Director of Sales & Marketing. Bringing over 10 years of corporate sales experience in the hospitality industry to her new position, Wong oversees all sales, marketing and public relations efforts for the new… Read the full news article

Austrian Airlines will invest more than EUR 200 million to expand its Airbus fleet

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Phase-out of the Dash turboprops by 2021 at the latest  Approval for the new strategy granted by Supervisory Board  VIENNA, Austria, 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Austrian Airlines has managed the turnaround after a tough restructuring period and now operates profitably. The airline is also headed towards positive operating earnings in 2018 following strong… Read the full news article

The Port of Oakland in search for full-time college students for its 2019 Summer College Internship Program

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Paid internships in aviation, maritime, engineering, and more Oakland, Calif., 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland is seeking highly motivated full-time college students for its 2019 Summer College Internship Program. Through a competitive process, prospective applicants apply for paid internships in a variety of fields, including Aviation, Communications, Engineering, Governmental Affairs, Human… Read the full news article

The “International Gastronomy Forum, Macao 2019” opens with a record number of UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy participants from around the world

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MACAO, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The “International Gastronomy Forum, Macao 2019” opened today (January 21) in Macao gathering a record number of participant UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy from around the world, in addition to cities from other creative fields and candidate cities from China, for discussions under the theme of “The Possibilities of… Read the full news article

Thomas Cook China further expands with new projects including the first Asian Casa Cook

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LONDON, UK, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Thomas Cook China, the joint venture between Thomas Cook Group and Fosun, today announces plans for further growth in its own-brand hotel portfolio in China with an additional two projects, including the first Asian Casa Cook, Thomas Cook’s boutique hotel brand. In a ceremony in Shanghai, Peter Fankhauser,… Read the full news article

Oakwood® to manage Mapletree’s latest acquisition of a 184-unit residential property in Arlington, Virginia

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LOS ANGELES, CA, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood®, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), announced today (JANUARY 17, 2019) that it will manage Mapletree’s latest acquisition of a 184-unit residential property at 1550 Clarendon Boulevard in Arlington, Virginia, from AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Located in Arlington’s desirable, bustling Rosslyn neighborhood, known for the quality lifestyle it… Read the full news article

Tourism Authority of Thailand welcomes Thai Hotels Association in its ongoing efforts to reduce plastic waste

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BANGKOK, Thailand, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Thai Hotels Association (THA) is joining the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in its ongoing effort aimed at reducing the use of plastic. TAT Governor Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn said: “We look forward to working closely with the THA on this important project. Thai hotels can play an important… Read the full news article

SFO asks retailers to offer half-off discount to federal employees not receiving pay due to government shutdown

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — as the shutdown of the federal government reaches historic levels for duration, SFO is asking Airport shops and restaurants to reduce their prices for federal employee who continue to work without a paycheck. This week, SFO requested that restaurants and retailers offer a 50% discount to… Read the full news article

BWI Thurgood Marshall’s organizations and employees to support and assist federal workforce during the partial government shutdown

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Donated Meals, Discounted Concessions, and Food Drive to Assist Federal Workers Baltimore, MD, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Organizations and employees from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport are taking action to support the airport’s federal safety and security personnel affected by the partial government shutdown. More than 600 federal employees work at BWI Marshall… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport to open an on-site waiting area for taxis and free-of-charge drop off facility for private vehicles

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Bristol, UK, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In response to calls for action from neighbouring communities, Bristol Airport will open an on-site waiting area for taxis, alongside a free-of-charge drop off facility for private vehicles. The move follows concerns raised by local residents about the volume of cars waiting in local roads, lanes and laybys… Read the full news article

British Airways to roll out exciting new improvements to World Traveller Plus as part of its £6.5 billion-pound investment plan

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LONDON, UK, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Customers travelling in British Airways’ premium economy cabin, World Traveller Plus are about to see some exciting new improvements to their experience on board. The changes come as part of the airline’s £6.5 billion-pound investment plan. Changes to the cabin, which will be rolled out over the coming… Read the full news article

Alaska Airlines elects three new company officers

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Positions will oversee maintenance and engineering; inflight; and labor relations SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2019-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Alaska Airlines board of directors has elected three new company officers: Constance von Muehlen, senior vice president of maintenance and engineering; Ron Calvin, vice president of inflight; and Jenny Wetzel, vice president of labor relations. Beginning Jan. 21, von Muehlen… Read the full news article

Enterprise Holdings to acquire an innovative managed-travel technology platform Deem

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ST. LOUIS, Country, 2019-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings today (Jan. 17, 2019) announced its intent to acquire San Francisco-based Deem – an innovative managed-travel technology platform that includes Deem Work Fource and Deem Ground Work, a suite of online booking and travel technology products for business travelers, travel managers, travel-management companies and suppliers. More than 50,000 corporate customers and the… Read the full news article

The UK Civil Aviation Authority welcomes Rachel Gardner-Poole as the new Head of its General Aviation Unit

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LONDON, UK, 2019-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has appointed Rachel Gardner-Poole as the new Head of its General Aviation Unit. She will take up the post later this year following the departure of current head Tony Rapson after more than five years. Rachel brings a wealth of aviation experience… Read the full news article

ACI World welcomes the Indian government’s move to pursue further private investment in airport development

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Investment will help India address growing air services capacity crunch Mumbai, India, 2019-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International (ACI) World today said the Indian government’s move to pursue further private investment in airport development will better enable the country to respond to the growing demand for air services. The key context for discussion… Read the full news article

Queenstown Airport Corporation appoints Andrew Williamson as its new Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary

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Queenstown, New Zealand, 2019-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Queenstown Airport Corporation (QAC) has recently welcomed experienced finance executive Andrew Williamson as its new Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary. In his role, Andrew will be responsible for financial performance management, strategic planning, capital funding, risk management and information technology.  He will also be a member… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels announces the appointment of Jason Simpson as vice president of engineering

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel franchisors, announced Jason Simpson has joined the company as vice president of engineering. In this role, Simpson will lead the company’s corporate IT organization to support its ongoing business functions, including corporate operations, global sales, franchise… Read the full news article

Emirates and flydubai expands codeshare agreement

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Expanded global connectivity for travellers since start of partnership 14 months ago Exciting new destinations added and more to come Better and quicker connections One loyalty programme Dubai, UAE, 2019-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The strategic partnership between Dubai’s two airlines, Emirates and flydubai, continues to open up the world for travellers since its launch 14 months ago, and… Read the full news article

Wyndham Destinations joins Forbes magazine’s Best Employers for Diversity list

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Company joins prestigious list of Top 500 companies in its first year ORLANDO, Fla., 2019-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Destinations (NYSE:WYND), the world’s largest vacation ownership and exchange company, was named to Forbes magazine’s Best Employers for Diversity list. Forbes, in partnership with Statista, today (Jan. 16, 2019) released its second annual list of America’s Best Employers… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport Company to acquire Airhotel Belgium bvba (ltd), the company owning the Sheraton Hotel at Brussels Airport

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Brussels, Belgium, 2019-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport Company has signed an agreement to acquire Airhotel Belgium bvba (ltd), the company owning the Sheraton Hotel at Brussels Airport. With this acquisition, Brussels Airport will take control of a strategic location right in front of the terminal building and will invest in a high quality… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport to host two jobs Fairs to showcase the range of job opportunities on offer

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Following the success of similar events, Bristol Airport will be hosting two jobs Fairs to showcase the range of job opportunities on offer. Bristol, UK, 2019-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Airport will be teaming up with business partners based across its site at the two events – one in February and one in March,… Read the full news article

Advocate Vusi Pikoli joins South African Airways as Chief Risk and Compliance Officer

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JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 2019-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) has appointed advocate Vusi Pikoli to its leadership team. He is currently an advisor to the Minister of State Security and was previously the National Director of Public Prosecutions at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). Adv. Pikoli joins SAA from 1 February 2019… Read the full news article

CWT announces new organizational structure for EMEA

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AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands, 2019-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — CWT, the global travel management company, has made several senior appointments to its European customer organization leadership, as it moves to a functional model within EMEA. The new model, which has been successfully trialed in the Nordics, will optimize speed to market and service to clients…. Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the grand opening of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center

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Bethesda, MD, 2019-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced today (01/15/2019) the official grand opening of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center. The first of the Delta Hotels brand in the DFW area and the first new build in North America, the Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels International named one of the “Best Employers for Diversity” in 2019 by Forbes magazine

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, was named one of the “Best Employers for Diversity” in 2019 by Forbes magazine. The accolade, which recognizes organizations for their commitment to diversity and outstanding workplace culture, ranks Choice among the top 500 employers in the United… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca further strengthens its senior management team with three new appointments

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Casablanca, Morocco, 2019-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca announces three new additions to its senior management team. The Hotel welcomes Christophe LaPlaza as its new Executive Chef who will oversee the food and beverage program for the three restaurant outlets, including banquet operations, in-room dining and amenities. LaPlaza brings with him high-calibere culinary experience.  A French… Read the full news article

Hilton announces the signing of 308-key hotel near downtown Yangon, Myanmar

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Partnership with Crown Advanced Construction Co. Ltd to see 308-key Hilton Times City Yangon open in 2022 YANGON, Myanmar, 2019-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today (January 12, 2019) announced the signing of a management agreement with Myanmar partners Crown Advanced Construction Co. Ltd to operate a 308-key hotel near downtown Yangon, Myanmar…. Read the full news article