Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A Victorian shooting lodge in Royal Deeside which has been converted into a 4-Star guest house has achieved its ‘Gold’ award from the national tourism organisation in recognition of its excellent customer service. Callater Lodge in Braemar, was already a 4-Star guest house but has now been awarded… Read the full press release
Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Public events taking place across Scotland from August-October are set to benefit from £233,000 from EventScotland’s National Funding Programme, it has today been revealed. A total of 21 events will receive grants from EventScotland, part of VisitScotland’s Events Directorate, providing crucial support for event delivery and helping to… Read the full press release
Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The airport secured Scotland’s only direct service from Seoul after flag carrier Korean Air and tour operator Hanjin Travel confirmed earlier this year they would introduce a summer charter service from the country’s capital – one of the world’s megacities with a population of more than 10 million… Read the full press release
Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A Highland 4-Star Bed and Breakfast with beautiful views across Loch Linnhe to the scenic Ardgour Hills has achieved its ‘Gold’ award from the national tourism organisation in recognition of its excellent customer service. Morvich B&B in Fort William, was already a 4-Star B&B but has now been… Read the full press release
Washington, DC, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Consisting of 25 young professionals from all segments of business aviation, the council will be responsible for planning YoPro events and initiatives, including the group’s highly anticipated reception and educational session at the 2016 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), to be held from Nov. 1 to… Read the full press release
MCLEAN, Va., 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton‘s(NYSE: HLT) luxury brand of iconic landmark hotels, announced its newest property, Waldorf Astoria San Francisco, which will be the centerpiece of a two million square-foot, mixed-used complex that will feature luxury entertainment, retail and office space. Destined to become the preferred hotel… Read the full press release
The Luxury Five-Star Miami Resort Honors Ten Years with a Ten Chapter Video Series SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLA, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Since opening in 2006, the Five-Star, Five-Diamond Acqualina Resort & Spa has become a go-to destination for the world’s most discerning travelers. And now this multi-award winning Sunny Isles beach resort that… Read the full press release
VIP trip for two to Boston on offer to mark new partnership LONDON, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Low-cost airline Norwegian has partnered with BLOC Hotel Gatwick to allow the airline’s loyalty scheme members to save costs on flights when staying at the stylish, yet affordable hotel. Norwegian Reward, the award-winning loyalty programme, is now… Read the full press release
XOJET Program Clients to Receive Unparalleled Access to a Robust Network of Top-Tier Physicians Across the U.S. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — XOJET, Inc., the leader in on-demand private jet charter services, announced today its first wellness-centric partnership with Summus, which connects families to top-tier physicians across leading US medical institutions, to… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas today announced a $23 million investment in a new flight simulator and other training equipment as part of the airline’s preparations for the arrival of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce was joined by New South Wales Minister for Industry, Energy and Resources Anthony… Read the full press release
Seven-month renovation phase 23 million euro investment 305 rooms and suites – Ballroom – five meeting rooms Cologne, Germany, 2016-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Cologne is opening its doors following comprehensive renovation works that have taken place over a period of seven months. 305 rooms and suites, the Ballroom, five meeting rooms,… Read the full press release
TORONTO, 2016-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (the “GTAA”) today reported its financial and operating results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2016. Passenger volumes grew by 5.9 per cent during the first half of 2016 as compared to the first half of 2015, reflecting both the economic… Read the full press release
TORONTO, 2016-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is pleased to announce that a new collective bargaining agreement has been reached with Unifor, who represent 1050 employees at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The new three year agreement will be in effect from August 1, 2016 to July 31, 2019. “The ratification… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — A Thai nationality from South Thailand, Somsuk Nakwatcharadilok is fondly known as Suki amongst her colleagues and friends. Suki recently joined Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou as Director of Spa after 15 years in the spa industry. Her interest in wellbeing was influenced by her mother and grandmother. After graduation,… Read the full press release
Amadeus currently exclusively distributes Ibis Budget, AccorHotels’ benchmark budget brand. MADRID, SPAIN, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Searching for the right hotel room can be a challenge as there are so many options. At Amadeus we offer a range of content to our travel agency customers so that they can find the perfect room for… Read the full press release
Partnership Brings All Three Rental Brands to New Market ST. LOUIS, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings today announced that Jamaica’s leading automotive company, ATL Automotive – an affiliate of the family-operated Sandals Resorts International (SRI) Group – will serve as the franchisee for its Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental andAlamo Rent A Car… Read the full press release
Fundamental Shift Debuts with New Multimedia Campaign Highlighting Enterprise’s Multiple Transportation Options ST. LOUIS, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Over the years, Enterprise Rent-A-Car has become an iconic brand name, woven into the fabric of our nation’s communities and universally known for delivering an exceptional experience to car rental customers. Today, with the launch of… Read the full press release
New multi-year agreements for both IT solutions and enhanced distribution announced today Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ —Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform, has today announced the renewal of both its global full content and IT agreements with Emirates. The strengthened partnership will see Emirates offer Travelport connected agencies in 180… Read the full press release
Tanzania’s travel industry leaders gather at gala event to announce new operator for the travel commerce platform giant Dar es Salaam, Tanzania:, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for global travel and tourism industry has announced a new operator agreement with TP Services Ltd… Read the full press release
BELLEVUE, WA, US, and LANGLEY, UK, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — the Expedia group (NASDAQ: EXPE) and Travelport (NYSE: TVPT) have today announced an expanded European partnership which sees Expedia extend its use of Travelport’s Travel Commerce Platform in multiple European countries. As part of the agreement, Expedia and its brands, including its corporate arm,… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International opens its second hotel in Belarus with the addition of Minsk Marriott Hotel, the capital’s first 5-star internationally rated hotel, which is now open for business. The deluxe Minsk Marriott Hotel sits within a new compound located on the Svisloch riverside offering an exceptional range of… Read the full press release
Copenhagen, Denmark, 2016-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The world’s leading aviation researchers have just named the most efficient airport in Europe, and the winner was Copenhagen Airport. The Danish airport is successfully automating services and using digital solutions and big data to enhance efficiency. The results are more satisfied customers and lower costs for the… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2016-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and Tourism Australia have signed a $20 million deal to promote Australia to the world. The three year agreement involves a joint investment from Qantas and Tourism Australia to attract more international visitors to Australia, with a focus on the United States, Asia, the United… Read the full press release
TAP serves the best white and second-best red wine in its Executive Class, according to Global Traveler Lisbon, Portugal, 2016-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The US magazine Global Traveler has classed two of the wines served in TAP Executive Class – Paulo Laureano Reserva 2014 and Churchill’s Estates Grande Reserva 2011 – as among the best… Read the full press release
Doncaster, England, 2016-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — A Doncaster library is benefiting from a generous £900 donation from Doncaster Sheffield Airport so that it can get out and about into the community more. Askern Community Library, which is managed by Re-Read, successfully applied for the money from the Yorkshire airport’s Community Investment Fund so… Read the full press release
Olympic Valley, Calif., 2016-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows announced today that Casey Blann will be joining the team as Vice President of Mountain Operations at Alpine Meadows. In addition to managing operations at Alpine Meadows, Blann will oversee Risk Management and Loss Prevention across the enterprise at both Squaw Valley and… Read the full press release
Olympic Valley, Calif., 2016-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — After five years, over 400 community meetings, four significant project reductions and one of the most comprehensive plan studies in the history of Placer County, The Village at Squaw Valley Specific Plan has seen significant change over time. The project has been reduced by 50 percent since… Read the full press release
Virgin Trains brings cheer as Brits forget how to laugh CITY, Country, 2016-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Comedy Coach unveiled at news that almost two-thirds of Brits haven’t had a good laugh in the last week Research revealed by Virgin Trains has found that almost 39 million Brits* haven’t laughed out loud in the last… Read the full press release
Virgin Trains will provide an extra return service from Hull to the capital on 27 August LONDON, 2016-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin Trains has added an extra return service to London to help fans of Hull FC enjoy their big day out at the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup Final. Hull FC will play against Warrington… Read the full press release
Virgin Trains fleet refurbishment programme milestone achieved LONDON, 2016-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Refurbishment programme part of £40 million investment pledge to improve current fleet Virgin Trains will pass the halfway point in its fleet improvement programme on the east coast when the twenty-third train to be completely refurbished rolls out of Craigentinny, Edinburgh,… Read the full press release