NEW YORK, 2015-8-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelzoo (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, expands the international and product development experience of its board with the appointment of two new independent directors. Ms. Caroline Tsay, vice president & general manager of the HP Software Online Business and Ms. Beatrice Tarka, founder and chief executive… Read the full press release
NEW YORK/LONDON/HONG KONG, 2015-8-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO) today announced that on August 20, 2015 it acquired the Travelzoo Asia Pacific business (“APAC”), which includes the Travelzoo® businesses in Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. This business was independently operated by Azzurro Capital Inc. under a licensing… Read the full press release
• Armed Forces personnel guaranteed an invitation to testing for Supertram jobs • Service personnel invited to depot to learn about careers with Supertram PERTH, Scotland, 2015-8-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In March this year, Stagecoach Supertram’s parent company, Stagecoach Group demonstrated its commitment to the UK Armed Forces by signing a corporate covenant… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-8-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Attention all contractors and suppliers of every size and specialty! Mark your calendars for the City of Chicago and Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Contractor Open House on Tuesday, October 6, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the UIC Forum. Don’t miss this chance to network face-to-face with prime… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2015-8-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has named 19-year aviation veteran Jason Berry managing director of Alaska Air Cargo. In his new role Berry will lead cargo operations in 60 cities, manage a staff of 300 and oversee sales and marketing. Berry replaces Betsy Bacon, who will retire on Sept. 1. “As the largest… Read the full press release
Helsinki, Finland, 2015-8-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Did you know that there are five green “Pastille” collection receptacles at Helsinki Airport, and one at Kokkola-Pietarsaari. They are part of a campaign by Finavia and Plan charity organization. You can leave your extra currency from your trip to the pastilles. The funds collected are used for… Read the full press release
Helsinki, Finland, 2015-8-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Contributing to the prospects of tourism in Lapland, Finavia Corporation is investing in Rovaniemi Airport. Modernisation of the terminal will make travel smoother and more comfortable as soon as next winter. The airport’s atmosphere and services will feature the magic of Lapland and the nature of Finland more prominently…. Read the full press release
U.S. Government Must Begin Consultations with Qatar and UAE Governments WASHINGTON, D.C., 2015-8-26 — /Travel PR News/ —The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) joined in comments by the Partnership for Open & Fair Skies underscoring the clear evidence found in Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Emirates Airline own submissions to the U.S. Departments of Commerce,… Read the full press release
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-8-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is set to increase its cargo capacity to Iran, when Emirates begins its five non-stop flights to Mashhad from1 September 2015. Mashhad will become Emirates’ second Iranian destination after the capital city Tehran, which Emirates has been serving since March… Read the full press release
Within 24 hours of debut of new corporate dashboard, more than 500 companies join Airbnb for Business Business Demand for Airbnb Surges as Company Sees Record Corporate Signups Within 24 hours of debut of new corporate dashboard, more than 500 companies join Airbnb for Business SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airbnb, the world’s… Read the full press release
MIAMI, Fla., 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Palace Resorts, the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations, is proud to announce the addition of Apple TV devices and Smart Televisions in select guestrooms of the brand’s oceanfront properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.* Palace Resorts guests now have the ability to log-on to… Read the full press release
SEOUL, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Effective August 25, 2015, GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes will join Korean Air as a FFP partner, enabling SKYPASS members to accumulate miles and enjoy bonus award travel on GOL flights. 1. Mileage Accrual : When traveling on GOL flights, SKYPASS members will earn miles based on the chart shown… Read the full press release
Freight volumes at Leipzig/Halle Airport, Germany’s second-largest cargo hub, are growing significantly for the eleventh year in succession. Schkeuditz, Germany, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The airport was able to set a new absolute record in July with freight volumes totalling 84,397.5 tonnes. This figure represented an increase of 7.7 percent over the same… Read the full press release
BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, the leading international operator in Russia & CIS, has appointed David Jenkins as Vice President Business Development Russia & CIS, effective 14th September 2015. David joins Rezidor from Jones Lang Lasalle Hotels & Hospitality Group where he served as Executive Vice President Russia… Read the full press release
Gatwick, England, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Cabot Aviation (“Cabot”), part of the Air Partner group and a leading aircraft remarketing broker, is pleased to announce that it has been appointed by Kenya Airways as its exclusive remarketing agent for four B777-200ERs. The aircraft, which hold the serial numbers 33681, 33682, 33683 and 36124,… Read the full press release
Madrid/ Fráncfort del Meno, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — En el primer semestre de 2015 el turismo receptivo de Alemania aumentó en un 4,7 por ciento. En total, la Oficina Federal de Estadística registró un total de 34,4 millones de pernoctaciones de extranjeros en establecimientos hoteleros de diez o más camas, 1,5 millones más… Read the full press release
Gatwick, England, 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Founded in 2001, Baines Simmons is a trusted consultant and advisor to more than 750 aviation organisations and more than 40 aviation authorities and has helped develop the skills and expertise of more than 120,000 aviation professionals. The business has grown to be recognised as a leading authority… Read the full press release
The lack of clean drinking water is a significant problem worldwide. Although our planet consists of 71% water, only 1% is drinkable. About 750 million people have no access to clean drinking water, and every 20 seconds a child dies from waterborne diseases. Experts predict that more than half of world’s population will suffer from… Read the full press release
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), added 26 new properties to its affiliate exchange network during the second quarter of 2015, raising its newly-affiliated property number to 58 through the first half of the year. The additions… Read the full press release
Barr to lead brand experience marketing for Hyatt Regency and Grand Hyatt CHICAGO, 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt has named Samie Barr as vice president, global brands. Barr will be responsible for the brand development and management of the Hyatt Regency and Grand Hyatt brands. She will… Read the full press release
Palm Springs, CA, 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Conde Nast Traveler has named the City of Palm Springs in the Top “30 Best Small Cities in America” for 2014. Pooled in a category with beach towns and snowy escapes, Palm Springs landed at number 28 for its 350 days of sunshine and Hollywood glamour… Read the full press release
Air Transportation Network Gains Key Industry Veteran for its Seasoned Board. Indianapolis, IN, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — OneJet, the new air transportation network that provides increased access to nonstop travel in small to medium size markets, announces the appointment today of former United States Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, to its senior advisory team. LaHood,… Read the full press release
Emerald Club Members Can Earn Free* Days by Renting Vehicles, Participating in Bonus Activities ST. LOUIS, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — National Car Rental, the premier car rental brand for frequent airport travelers, is launching its annual One Two Free® promotion for registered Emerald Club members. The promotion offers renters one free rental day* for every… Read the full press release
Wilmington Housing Authority: “This is really an investment in our residents and the city” Wilmington, Del., 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Wilmington Housing Authority (WHA) in Delawareis partnering with Enterprise Fleet Management to reduce costs over the next five years. The WHA expects to reduce its fleet from 44 to 38 vehicles and save an… Read the full press release
Singapore & Malaysia, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the global travel and tourism industry, announces the successful contract renewal of six of its agency partners in Singapore and Malaysia. Travelport attributes its success at customer retention to its focus… Read the full press release
Official Signing Ceremony & Workshops Held in Travelport Offices in Beirut, Lebanon Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the $8 trillion global travel and tourism industry has announced a number of new business wins with renowned travel agencies… Read the full press release
Reykjavik, Iceland, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) together with Ian Schrager and Carpenter & Company announced that it will open its first hotel in Iceland in 2018, The Reykjavik EDITION. EDITION, the first true luxury-lifestyle brand, combines the personal, intimate, individualized and unique hotel experience that Ian Schrager is known for, with… Read the full press release
Marriott International’s footprint in Middle East and Africa extends to 19 countries Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has announced the opening of the Protea Hotel Select Takoradi, its first establishment in Ghana. “This opening under the Protea Hotels brand reinforces our focus on continuing to grow… Read the full press release
With a New Art installation New Orleans, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans unveils its newest art installation titled, Reflections of Recovery. Local artist Kit Wohl curated this display to allow locals, hotel guests and tourists to look into the bright future of New Orleans… Read the full press release
SPOTLIGHT IS ON SPECIAL SESSION OF LEGISLATURE LOOKING AT INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING Oakland, CA, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Sacramento came to the Port of Oakland today seeking support to fix ailing transportation infrastructure. Without road and other transport improvements, Gov. Jerry Brown and Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins warned, California’s economy is at risk. “It’s fundamental that… Read the full press release