Category Archives: Travel Management

The Pennsylvania Tourism Office kicked off travel season with the release of the 2015 Vacation Guide

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Harrisburg, PA, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pennsylvania Tourism Office today kicked off travel season with the release of the 2015 Vacation Guide, which highlights the commonwealth’s unique travel destinations and experiences as well as must-see attractions and events. “Travelers are offered the chance to explore the incredible history, outdoor recreation, city escapes and… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways First Officer becomes the first Emirati to obtain PhD in aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the youngest and the eighth holder of this distinctive degree in the world

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Shareef Al Romaithi, a 31 year-old Etihad Airways First Officer, has become the first Emirati to obtain a PhD in aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which also makes him the youngest and the eighth holder of this distinctive degree in the world. Shareef joined the UAE’s national carrier in… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways announces new key appointments within its commercial division which will support the airline’s growth and expansion plans

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has announced new key appointments within its commercial division which will support the airline’s growth and expansion plans. Amer Khan has been appointed to the position of Regional General Manager for Middle East and North Africa,… Read the full press release

Michelin Star winner and author of three recipe books Nicolas Vienne joins Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita as Executive Chef.

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Michelin Star winner and author of three recipe books joins leading Indian Ocean resort, bringing wealth of international experience MAURITIUS, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — With the transfer of Thierry Papillier to the soon-to-open Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca,  award-winning French chef Nicolas Vienne joins the team at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita in… Read the full press release

David Bernand becomes the eighth General Manager of US’s first Four Seasons hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC

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Washington, DC, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — David Bernand is appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, the city’s only Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond hotel. Bernand, who served previously at the Georgetown hotel for six years and received three promotions starting as Assistant Director of Food and Beverage to Hotel Manager, is called… Read the full press release

Dubai Airports partners with the world’s largest car rental booking platform rentalcars.com

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Dubai, UAE, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai Airports today announced that it has partnered with rentalcars.com, the world’s largest car rental booking platform, to provide passengers with an easy and cost effective way to rent a car directly from the Dubai Airports website, www.dubaiairports.ae. The new multi-lingual service – available in English and Arabic –… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport won the ‘Airports under 20 million passengers’ category at The Routes Asia 2015 Airline Marketing Awards in Kunming China

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The Routes Asia 2015 Airline Marketing Awards, held last night in Kunming China, saw Auckland Airport win the ‘Airports under 20 million passengers’ category. Auckland, New Zealand, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The annual Routes Asia Airline Marketing Awards are highly regarded within the industry as they are voted for and judged by airline and industry… Read the full press release

Airline Unions ahead of U.S. Travel Association Roundtable: heavily subsidized competition by government-owned airlines from Qatar and UAE poses very serious economic threat to the U.S.

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Joint Statement from Airline Unions on U.S. Travel Association Roundtable WASHINGTON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The union leaders of the Air Line Pilots Association, International; the Allied Pilots Association; the Airline Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters; the Association of Flight Attendants; the Association of Professional Flight Attendants and the Communications Workers of… Read the full press release

David Whitaker to become chief marketing officer for Brand USA on May 11, 2015

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WASHINGTON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Industry veteran David Whitaker has been tapped to become chief marketing officer for Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States. Whitaker will join Brand USA on May 11, 2015, following eight years as president and CEO of Tourism Toronto, the fourth largest city in North… Read the full press release

The Board of Trustees of the Destination & Travel Foundation selected Brand USA as the upcoming recipient of its highest honor, the Spirit of Hospitality Award

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WASHINGTON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Trustees of the Destination & Travel Foundation has selected America’s destination marketing organization, Brand USA, as the upcoming recipient of its highest honor, the Spirit of Hospitality Award. The award is presented annually to the individual or organization that has shown exceptional dedication and commitment… Read the full press release

More air travellers are going paperless at London City Airport

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LONDON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — More air travellers are going paperless, according to London City Airport (LCY), making better use of technology to speed up their journey. The number of passengers downloading their boarding pass to their mobile phone has increased by seven percentage points in twelve months – from 14% to 21%…. Read the full press release

Emirates celebrates the opening of its 37th dedicated lounge at Los Angeles International Airport

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DUBAI, UA.E., 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places, today celebrated the opening of its 37th dedicated lounge for First Class and Business Class customers as well as Platinum and Gold members of Emirates Skywards, the airline’s frequent flyer program, at Los Angeles International Airport. The Emirates Lounge at… Read the full press release

Emirates Airline President: American consumers, international gateway airports, local and regional economies will be the ultimate victims of the US carriers’ protectionist campaign

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Debunks allegations of subsidy and “stealing traffic” in white paper presented by Delta, American, and United Highlights economic benefits of Emirates’ services to American consumers, local and regional economies, and businesses Discusses the impact of selective protectionism that restrict international air transport links and trade bridges in a global economy Washington D.C., USA, 2015-3-19 —… Read the full press release

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will conduct a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged-Owned (M/W/DBE) Contractors Workshop on March 31

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CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will conduct a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged-Owned (M/W/DBE) Contractors Workshop on Tuesday, March 31 from 1-4 p.m. at the UIC Forum. Don’t miss this chance to network face-to-face with prime contractors and learn more about upcoming opportunities at Chicago’s Airports. Your business could be… Read the full press release

Register now for The Chicago Department of Aviation Airport Concessions Symposium scheduled for March 25, 2015

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CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Airport Concessions Symposium is just eight days away. Registration is now open, so sign up today! The free workshop will provide an overview of the steps required to become a concessionaire, from the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, airport design and construction requirements,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines marks its 30th year at Midway International Airport

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CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Thirty years ago today, Southwest Airlines began service at Midway International Airport. Southwest’s operation in Chicago began with 40 employees and seven daily flights to St. Louis. Today, Midway is the carrier’s largest operation with more than 4,200 local employees and an average of 250 daily nonstop departures to nearly… Read the full press release

#IWANTTOGOWHERE, the new image promotion campaign by S7 Airlines

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance, launches the image promotion campaign #IWANTTOGOWHERE, starting from March 16, 2015. Travelling all over the world became an integral part of our lives. We go on business trips, fly to visit our friends, go on vacations using familiar… Read the full press release

VisitEngland launches industry wide consultation on the future growth strategy for the tourism industry in England

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At an event at the start of English Tourism Week yesterday, VisitEngland launched an industry wide consultation on the future growth strategy for the tourism industry in England. LONDON, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — This consultation will set the stage for a mid-term refresh of the Strategic Framework for Tourism 2010-2020 launched by VisitEngland… Read the full press release

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport to open its doors late-March 2015

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Bringing leisure and business travellers closer to home. New South Wales, Australia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Built to bring the spacious comfort of apartment-style accommodation to the busiest airport# in Australia and a bustling business district, Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport is set to open its doors late-March 2015. Less than one kilometre from Sydney… Read the full press release

TFE Hotels to establish new-build, next-generation Vibe hotel in North Sydney

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Vibe Hotel North Sydney – the next hub of inspiration and connection, due to arrive in 2017. New South Wales, Australia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE (Toga Far East) Hotels is completing a management agreement to establish a new-build, next-generation Vibe hotel as part of Cromwell Property Group’s redevelopment of Northpoint Tower, addressing demand… Read the full press release

Coalition of aviation groups calls on the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to reassert the vital role contract air traffic control towers play in improving safety and saving taxpayer dollars

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Alexandria, VA, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — A coalition of aviation groups, including the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)/U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), have written leaders of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to reassert the vital role that contract air traffic control towers play in improving safety and saving taxpayer dollars, and made… Read the full press release

The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA): UK’s most popular, iconic attractions report 6.5% increase of the visitors in 2014 vs 2013 figures

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UK VISITORS ATTRACTIONS SEE 6.5% INCREASE IN VISITOR NUMBERS IN 2014 – London sees 7.11% increase – LONDON, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) announced its members’ visitor figures for 2014 today (Monday, March 16, 2015), which saw an average increase of 6.5% on 2013 visitor numbers. Scottish attractions… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group’s Annual Report 2014 and Sustainability Report 2014 (downloads)

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Brussels, Belgium, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies worldwide, has published its Annual Report 2014 and Sustainability Report 2014. The publications can be downloaded here:   Annual Report 2014 Sustainability Report 2014   For further information please contact: Christiane Reiter, Senior Director Corporate Communication, Christiane.Reiter@rezidor.com Inge… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation to convert Tbilisi national heritage monument into a Hyatt Regency hotel

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Plans in place to convert a Tbilisi national heritage monument into a Hyatt Regency hotel CHICAGO, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Rustaveli Property Ltd for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia, which is expected to open in… Read the full press release

The first stage of Bahrain International Airport’s (BIA) passenger terminal building construction officially launched

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications signs Contract of First Enabling Works for Passenger Terminal Building at Bahrain International Airport The first stage of Bahrain International Airport’s (BIA)  passenger terminal construction has officially launched with the commencement of enabling works on the Airport grounds. This development comes following the… Read the full press release

Fraport AG’s supervisory board to recommend an increased EUR 1.35 per share dividend for fiscal 2014 at the company’s AGM

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AGM to Decide on Dividend Increase of 10 Euro Cents to €1.35 per Share Frankfurt am Main, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — At its regular board meeting on Monday, 16th of March, the Fraport AG supervisory board approved Fraport AG’s annual financial statements for 2014 and the Fraport Group’s annual statements. For the fiscal year… Read the full press release

JSC Aeroflot voted Best Russian Airline for the third year running at Condé Nast Traveller Readers Choice awards

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Moscow, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — JSC Aeroflot («the Company», Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) has been voted Best Russian Airline for the third year running at the highly influential Condé Nast Traveller Readers Choice awards. The Condé Nast Traveller awards are among the most coveted accolades in the travel industry, with nominees and winners chosen directly by readers of the… Read the full press release

San Francisco International Airport honored with multiple awards for its concessions and amenities programs in the Airport Revenue News 2015 Best Airport & Concession Awards program

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Airport honored for best overall concession program SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-3-17 — /Travel PR News/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has been honored with multiple awards for its concessions and amenities programs in the Airport Revenue News (ARN) 2015 Best Airport & Concession Awards program.  SFO was honored with the following awards: Best Overall Concessions Program Amenities… Read the full press release

CVG won Best Concession Management Team category and recognized for Best Amenities in the Small Airport Category at the Airport Revenue News Conference and Exhibition

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Wins Best Concession Management Team and Recognized for Best Amenities Hebron, KY, 2015-3-17 — /Travel PR News/ — At the Airport Revenue News Conference and Exhibition, CVG won the Best Concession Management Team category and was recognized for Best Amenities in the Small Airport Category. Dave Kellerman and Corinne Reynolds comprise our concession management team…. Read the full press release

Martinair Cargo to scale back its fleet by June 2016 and will continue as a freighter operator for Air France-KLM-Martinair Cargo

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Martinair Cargo is to scale back its fleet by June 2016 and will continue as a freighter operator for Air France-KLM-Martinair Cargo using three Boeing 747-ERFs and a Boeing 747-BCF. The company has reached this decision after thorough deliberation with all the parties involved. Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2015-3-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In September 2014, Air France-KLM-Martinair… Read the full press release