Today (Nov 02, 2015), Norwegian and UNICEF have sent an aircraft fully loaded with school supplies and emergency aid to Jordan to help Syrian refugee children. The aircraft is now on its way from Copenhagen to Amman in Jordan as part of Norwegian and UNICEF Norway’s efforts to help some of the two million Syrian… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Management
Marriott Vacation Club announces a Fall deal for Marriott Rewards members
ORLANDO, Fla., 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Vacation Club announces a Fall deal for Marriott Rewards members to some of the best travel destinations around the world. Our luxurious resorts and amenities provide the perfect setting for rest, relaxation and reconnecting with family and friends. Marriott Rewards members can enjoy 20 percent off on spacious… Read the full press release
Tailandia: Meliá Hotels International firma un acuerdo estratégico con TCC Land Asset World
La primera fase del acuerdo prevé la apertura de dos grandes resorts en los mejores destinos vacacionales de Tailandia, bajo las enseñas Sol Beach House y Paradisus, y un hotel ME by Meliá en Bangkok Con la entrada en el segundo país más visitado del sudeste asiático, Meliá concentra ya el 40% de sus futuros… Read the full press release
IPK’s 23rd World Travel Monitor® Forum in Pisa: 2015 yet another good year for world tourism
ITB World Travel Trends Report forecasts rising figures for world tourism – Germany remains world champion for outbound trips – Latest surveys by the IPK World Travel Monitor® published exclusively by ITB Berlin BERLIN, GERMANY, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Worldwide economic factors along with the refugee crisis in Europe are impacting very differently… Read the full press release
ITB Berlin to celebrate 50th anniversary in 2016
50 years of ITB Berlin: that is something that has to be celebrated – taking as its slogan ‘From Berlin With Love’ and in cooperation with airberlin, ITB Berlin is sending 50 Berliners to destinations around the world – residents from Berlin can also apply for three trips BERLIN, GERMANY, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release
IATA’s Tony Tyler: All the stakeholders must work together to ease the airspace congestion and reduce flight delays in the Gulf
Abu Dhabi, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted the importance of overcoming airspace congestion, taking advantage of innovations with the New Distribution Capability (NDC) and aligning with the global industry strategy for reducing aviation’s climate change impact for the further successful development of aviation in the Middle East. “The… Read the full press release
Flu shot available at O’Hare International Airport
CHICAGO, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The winter holiday travel season is soon to arrive, and that means flu season is around the corner. Have you gotten your flu shot yet? How about getting one the next time you travel through O’Hare International Airport? Ginger S. Evans, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Aviation… Read the full press release
O’Hare and Midway International Airports recipients of 9/11 Medals from the International Association of Airport and Seaport Police
CHICAGO, 2015-11-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to announce that several members of its Safety and Security Section, as well as some of its airport security partners at O’Hare and Midway International Airports, are recipients of 9/11 Medals from the International Association of Airport and Seaport Police (INTERPORTPOLICE). The… Read the full press release
Keel for Royal Caribbean Internationals’ fourth Oasis class ship officially laid at STX shipyard in St. Nazaire, France
MIAMI, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The keel for Royal Caribbean Internationals’ fourth Oasis class ship was officially laid today at the STX shipyard in St. Nazaire, France. This marks an important milestone in the development of the ship, signifying the beginning of its physical construction. During the ceremony, a 1,000-ton block measuring 32-ft by… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean International awarded “Ocean Cruise Partner of the Year” and “Best Travel Agent Support” by AAA Travel
MIAMI, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International was awarded “Ocean Cruise Partner of the Year” and “Best Travel Agent Support” by AAA Travel. The award which recognizes a company’s commitment to providing AAA travel agents and members with exemplary travel services and products was presented at the annual AAA Travel Conference in… Read the full press release
Bahrain Airport Company signs strategic partnership agreement with International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), proudly celebrated the company’s recent signing of a strategic partnership agreement with International Air Transport Association (IATA). This agreement recognizes BAC as a key member in IATA’s Strategic Partnership Program and positions the company as an… Read the full press release
Turkish Airlines engaged GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS record holder The Sand Sculpture Company to build the tallest sandcastle in Miami
Istanbul, Turkey, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Turkish Airlines launched nonstop service from Miami International Airport to Istanbul Atatürk Airport on Oct. 25. To generate excitement for the new service, Turkish Airlines engaged 7-time GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS record holder The Sand Sculpture Company and its owner Ted Siebert to build the tallest sandcastle in Miami…. Read the full press release
easyJet issued research on how prices changed since its launch in 1995
easyJet, the UK’s largest and Europe’s leading airline, has commissioned some research in the lead up to its 20th birthday on how much the price of popular products have changed since the airline started in 1995. LONDON, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest and Europe’s leading airline, has commissioned some research… Read the full press release
Gatwick Airport’s commitment to the local region recognised at Sussex Women in Business Awards
Gatwick’s Head of Community Engagement, Hannah Staunton, recognised for her ‘Contribution to the Community’ The award recognises the difference Gatwick has made to the wider Sussex community over the last 12 months LONDON, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport’s commitment to the local region has been recognised at the Sussex Women in Business… Read the full press release
The Race to Paris: short film showcases the speed and convenience of bmi regional’s twice-daily service to the French capital
bmi regional showcases speed and convenience of twice-daily service from Bristol. BRISTOL, UK, 2015-10-30 — /Travel PR News/ — bmi regional has put its Bristol to Paris flight to the test by staging a race between passengers travelling by plane and train. The resulting short film – titled The Race to Paris – launched today showcases… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines: Daily nonstop service to and from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) starting January 7, 2016
Daily Nonstop Flights Between Baltimore/Washington and Orlando Begin January 7, 2016 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2015-10-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Is the fall chill already getting you down? Toss the pumpkin latte and start planning your next Florida vacation. Flying to the Sunshine State with more cash left in your pocket for theme parks, mojitos and… Read the full press release
Logistics Management awarded Southwest Airlines Cargo its Quest for Quality Award
DALLAS, 2015-10-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The People of Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) Cargo are celebrating by taking home one of the industry’s leading awards. Logistics Management once again awarded the Texas-based airline its Quest for Quality Award. This is the 19th consecutive year Southwest has taken home the award. “Our amazing People continue… Read the full press release
Less-advantaged youngsters took part in Dragonair “Journey of Dreams” aviation programme
HONG KONG, 2015-10-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Dragonair today welcomed a group of young people from the Child Development Fund (CDF) to the airline’s headquarters, where they took part in the “Journey of Dreams” aviation programme. The first part of the programme consisted of an interactive workshop called “Aviation 360”, which allowed the youngsters to… Read the full press release
River House restaurant the first standalone restaurant in Inverness city centre to receive VisitScotland Taste Our Best award
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND, 2015-10-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A Highland seafood restaurant which sources its mussels from Shetland and scallops from the Isle of Harris, has become the latest foodie pearl in Inverness to scoop an industry award. River House restaurant, on the banks of the picturesque River Ness, is the first standalone restaurant in… Read the full press release
Real Hospitality Group donates to ECPAT – USA
Corporate Responsibility Partner Supports Mission to End Child Trafficking and Pornography Ocean City, MD, 2015-10-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Real Hospitality Group, headquartered in Ocean City, MD and one of the hotel industry’s Top 20 hotel management companies, presented a donation today to ECPAT – USA. Real Hospitality Group (RHG) and ECPAT-USA have been long time… Read the full press release
Waldorf Astoria Chicago takes the top spot as #1 hotel in US at Condé Nast Travelers’ 28th annual Readers’ Choice Awards
Waldorf Astoria Chicago Tops Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice as Best U.S. Hotel for a Third Time MCLEAN, Va., 2015-10-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its 28thannual Readers’ Choice Awards, ranking the best cities, islands, cruise lines, airlines, hotels, and resorts worldwide. For a third time, the Waldorf Astoria… Read the full press release
Carlson Rezidor: Quorvus Collection welcomes new member — the Hormuz Grand Hotel in Muscat, Oman
Brussels, Belgium, 2015-10-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, announces a new member of the luxury Quorvus Collection: the existing Hormuz Grand Hotel in Muscat (Oman). The property with 231 guest rooms will join the collection in late 2015. Quorvus Collection is a new generation of… Read the full press release
Bus engineering apprentices recognised at Stagecoach’s 11th annual Apprentice of the Year Awards
Recognition for outstanding UK Bus apprentices PERTH, Scotland, 2015-10-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach’s top UK Bus apprentices have been recognised at the company’s 11th annual Apprentice of the Year Awards. Nine bus engineering apprentices were awarded for their outstanding performance at a ceremony at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium in Manchester. The winners received cash… Read the full press release
Bombardier Transportation to provide 62 TRAXX AC locomotives to Israel Railways valued at approximately EUR 230m
BOMBARDIER TRAXX AC locomotive to play a key role in the electrification program of Israel’s rail network Locomotives will gradually replace existing diesel locomotives and mainly power the 369 Bombardier double deck coaches already in operation in Israel BERLIN, GERMANY, 2015-10-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has signed a contract… Read the full press release
Halifax International Airport Authority names Glen Boone Director of Real Estate and Commercial Development effective Nov 9, 2015
Halifax, N.S., 2015-10-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Glen Boone has been appointed Director of Real Estate and Commercial Development at Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA), effective November 9, 2015. In this new position, Mr. Boone will be responsible for matters related to real estate and commercial development. The primary objective of this role is to attract… Read the full press release
Norwegian’s passengers donation to fill airplane with school supplies and emergency aid to Syrian refugee children
Still time for UK passengers to donate to “Help us fill a plane!” initiative ahead of emergency aid flight to Syria Fornebu, Norway, 2015-10-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian’s passengers have been in a generous mood by donating more than £130,000 to UNICEF’s work for children. Low-cost airline Norwegian flies from Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester and… Read the full press release
Caribbean Airlines provides air transport and cargo service for doctors in support of the Organisation for Social Health Advancement for Guyana (OSHAG)
PORT OF SPAIN, 2015-10-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Caribbean Airlines is delighted to support the Organisation for Social Health Advancement for Guyana (OSHAG). Caribbean Airlines provided air transport and cargo support for a group of doctors travelling to Guyana to perform medical procedures. Caribbean Airlines has a clearly defined Corporate Social Responsibility commitment which… Read the full press release
Carlson Wagonlit Travel further strengthens its partner network by partnering with Horn Air Travel in Djibouti, Africa
AMSTERDAM, 2015-10-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has further strengthened its partner network by partnering with Horn Air Travel in Djibouti. “We are pleased to welcome Horn Air Travel to our partner network. A company that places quality service and technology high on the agenda, we’re looking forward to working with them… Read the full press release
Carlson Wagonlit Travel to launch new, proprietary business intelligence tool designed for travel managers
From Static Reporting to Real-Time Insights – CWT AnalytIQs – the ‘Ultimate’ tool for Travel Managers AMSTERDAM, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today heralds the phased launch of CWT AnalytIQs, Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s (CWT) new, proprietary business intelligence tool. Designed for and piloted by travel managers, the new product will be used by over 5,000… Read the full press release
Keonnis Taylor joins Port of Oakland Aviation Marketing and Communications Department as Senior Marketing and Communications Representative
New Spokesperson for Oakland International Airport Oakland, CA, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland is pleased to announce that Keonnis Taylor has joined the Port of Oakland Aviation Marketing and Communications Department as Senior Marketing and Communications Representative. In her new role, Taylor will be the primary spokesperson and media liaison for Oakland… Read the full press release