Helsinki Airport to get long-awaited train connection this summer when the Ring Rail Line opens

Helsinki, Finland, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Helsinki Airport will get the long-awaited train connection this summer when the Ring Rail Line opens. The new rail line will provide an easy connection between the airport and the Helsinki city centre. According to Ville Haapasaari, the director of Helsinki Airport, the new train link is one… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide added 22-unit apartment building in London to its global portfolio

LONDON,  2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 22-unit apartment building in London to its global portfolio. The property, newly named Oakwood Marylebone, is situated at Jerome House, on 14 Lisson Grove. Located in the district of Marylebone, this recently renovated contemporary-style… Read the full press release

The Channel Islands to host family-friendly attractions during the Channel Islands Heritage Festival, 3rd April – 11th May 2015

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Just a short hop by plane or ferry from the UK, the Channel Islands – Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark – play host to a plethora of family-friendly attractions, beaches, hotels and restaurants, delivering to parents and children alike a relaxing and fun-filled break. A must-see event… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport launches changes to parking and use of the forecourt on Wednesday 7th January 2015

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Following on from last year’s announcement, changes to parking and use of the forecourt at Aberdeen International Airport are set to launch on Wednesday 7th January 2015. From this date, a charged forecourt area will be implemented, in an attempt to tackle local congestion and safety concerns…. Read the full press release

Air Partner helped evacuate stranded skiers from the French Alps

Air Partner, the leading provider of air charter services to governments, corporates and high net worth individuals, has been called in by tour operators to help evacuate stranded skiers from the French Alps.  LONDON, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The evacuation of holidaymakers, on a number of chartered Boeing 737-800’s, took place between 28 and… Read the full press release

New polling figures released show continued support for Gatwick expansion over Heathrow

In crucial year for airports expansion debate, latest polling shows Londoners continue to back Gatwick over Heathrow Growing support for Gatwick included as one of “15 reasons for 2015” why Gatwick is the obvious choice for expansion LONDON, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — With 2015 marking a crucial year when the Airports Commission will… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. to report fourth quarter 2014 earnings results on February 18, 2015

Bethesda, Md., 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) will report fourth quarter 2014 earnings results on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, at approximately 5:00 pm Eastern Time (ET).  The company will hold a conference call for the investment community to discuss its fourth quarter 2014 earnings on Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 10… Read the full press release

Marriott International certified as one of the “Top Employers in China 2015” for the fourth consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute

Shanghai, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has been certified as one of the “Top Employers in China 2015” for the fourth consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute. The Top Employers Institute recognizes leading organizations around the world that achieve the highest standards of excellence in employee conditions. Top… Read the full press release

Thailand-based real estate developer Country Group Development (CGD) and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announce plan for a luxury hotel and residential project along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River and Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River to take their place as iconic landmarks on the longest waterfront promenade in Bangkok, covering 35-2-68 rai (approximately 14.2 acres) and 350 metres (1,150 feet) of river frontage The development has been unveiled as Chao Phraya Estate… Read the full press release

Swissport International awarded Gold in the category of “Best Cargo Handler of the Year 2014” at ACSA’s Feather Awards

Opfikon, Switzerland, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — During ACSA’s yearly Feather Awards on 27 November at the Sandton Convention Center, Johannesburg, South Africa, Swissport International was awarded Gold in the category of “Best Cargo Handler of the Year 2014”. ACSA’s Feather Awards are based on feedback from passengers and other airport users and thus directly… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh names Marcel Oostenbrink as the new Resort Manager

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Maria Jagla, General Manager, is pleased to announce the new appointment of Marcel Oostenbrink as the new Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh. Marcel is a second generation hotelier holding a bachelors degree from the International Hotel School “The Hague” as well as a… Read the full press release

Embraer Executive Jets and NetJets® Inc signed agreement to convert 10 Signature Series Phenom 300 purchase options into firm orders

São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Executive Jets and NetJets® Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company and the worldwide leader in private aviation, have signed an agreement to convert 10 Signature Series Phenom 300 purchase options into firm orders. At current list prices, this addition to the contract is worth US$ 89.55… Read the full press release

Aeroflot provided over 700 children from different regions of Russia with medical care in 2014 under its charity program “A Heart With Two Wings”

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot is summing up the results of the charity program «A Heart With Two Wings» 2014. More than 700 children from different regions of Russia have received medical care during the outgoing year. The program was launched in the year of Aeroflot 90th anniversary — in 2013 — in order to help children with rare diseases of the immune system, musculoskeletal system and… Read the full press release

Aeroflot took delivery of its 15th full-specification Sukhoi Superjet 100 produced by JSC Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCA)

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has taken delivery of its 15th full-specification Sukhoi Superjet 100 (registration number RA-89045) produced by JSC Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCA). The plane has been named in honour of Ivan Voedilo, a pioneer of the regular international flights on the route Moscow — Koenigsberg (Kaliningrad). New Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft has been transferred to Aeroflot under a financial lease from… Read the full press release

Kurumba Maldives Staff and volunteers help create the largest coral frames in the Maldives

MALDIVES, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A team of volunteers joined forces with Kurumba staff on Wednesday (December 17) to rescue corals from a land reclamation project and help create the largest coral frames in the Maldives. Thanks to the efforts of the team two massive 20ft coral frames packed with transplanted coral have… Read the full press release

Aeroflot hosted business meeting in Shenzhen, China with Chinese aviation, tourism and logistic industry representatives

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — On December 23, 2014, Aeroflot hosted a business meeting in Shenzhen, China with Chinese aviation, tourism and logistic industry representatives. The Company presented on its current position and prospects in the region. Aeroflot Group, the leader of the Russian aviation market, was represented at the meeting by Alexander Lukashin, Head of International PR Division, and Nikita Krichevskiy, Member of Aeroflot Public Council,… Read the full press release

2014 ha sido testigo de los cambios más efectivos y duraderos de la transformación de Iberia

MADRID, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — En un tiempo récord, dos años, Iberia ha pasado de perder un millón de euros al día a ganar dinero; de vivir en el conflicto a presentar una de las mejores performance del mundo; de cerrar rutas deficitarias, a abrir nuevos y viejos destinos; de una imagen antigua… Read the full press release

dnata delivered flawless experience for travellers from around the world during the busiest travel day ever for Dubai’s airports

Airports welcome record number of passengers in pre-holiday rush DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — On the year’s busiest travel day, and the busiest travel day ever for Dubai’s airports, dnata stepped up and delivered a flawless experience for travellers from around the world. The holiday travel season hit its peak on 19th December… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways announced the migration to a new check-in system for its airports worldwide

HONG KONG, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced the completion of a move to a new check-in system for its airports worldwide. The phased implementation began in June this year and, over a six-month period, 91 destinations across the Cathay Pacific and Dragonair networks, including Hong Kong, switched to the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok will be operated by Minor Hotel Group from March 1, 2015 under the brand Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas

Effective March 1, 2015 Hotel will be operated under Anantara brand Toronto, Canada, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels Limited (Four Seasons) and the owner of Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, Minor Hotel Group (MHG), announced today that effective March 1, 2015, MHG will operate the Hotel under its own luxury hospitality brand, Anantara Hotels,… Read the full press release

Iberia, Amadeus and Spanish Committee of UNICEF joint micro-donation initiative helped Iberia ticket buyers donate EUR 200,000 to UNICEF in 2014

Donations go directly to the “100% Vaccinated Children” campaign, aimed at eradicating polio and providing immunity to other diseases. Thanks to the programme, 600,000 children in Chad have been vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, polio, whooping cough, tuberculosis, and measles. Madrid, Spain, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A year ago Iberia, the Amadeus travel reservation company… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide added 232-unit apartment complex in Dallas, Texas to its global portfolio

LOS ANGELES, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 232- unit apartment complex in Dallas, Texas to its global portfolio. The property, newly named Oakwood Dallas Uptown, is located in a high demand, upscale and walkable neighborhood in the heart of North Dallas…. Read the full press release

Emirates, Boeing and Another Joy Foundation to transport critically-needed blankets and sleeping bags to Iraq

DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Airline and Boeing (NYSE:BA) partnered with a US-based non-profit organization, Another Joy Foundation, to transport a consignment of critically-needed blankets and sleeping bags on board the airline’s newly delivered Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range). This is the sixth time since 2009 that Emirates and Boeing have collaborated to transport… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International: TRYP by Wyndham y la fundación Pequeño Deseo se unen esta Navidad para Cumplir Deseos

Mallorca, España, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — TRYP by Wyndham, marca urbana de Meliá Hotels International, se ha unido a la Fundación Pequeño Deseo con el objetivo de lograr que niños con enfermedades crónicas o de mal pronóstico vean cumplidos sus sueños y deseos. Desde el año 2009, Meliá Hotels International cuenta con un… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership hosted “An American Christmas: Gigging & Grubbing,” at Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort in Oceanside, California

Featured Artists Include Plain White T’s, Amalia, Pawnshop Kings and BJ Thomas ORLANDO, Fla., 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), recently hosted filming and production of a holiday television special titled “An American Christmas: Gigging… Read the full press release

The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation (WBF) awarded more than $250,000 in charitable grants to Sea to Sky non-profit organizations

WHISTLER, BC, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ —  The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation (WBF) has awarded more than $250,000 in charitable grants to Sea to Sky non-profit organizations, more than double what was granted this time last Fall. This was due in part to our SKYHIGH fundraising event this past June and our record breaking summer golf… Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport announced its extensive Winter Services team of more than 1,300 employees is ready to ensure safe and smooth operations, even during snowy and icy conditions

FRA/rap, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — One of the leading aviation hubs in the world, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) handles an average of about 1,400 aircraft, taking off or landing each day. On peak days, well over 200,000 passengers use the terminals. Fraport’s extensive Winter Services team at FRA ensures safe and smooth operations, even during snowy… Read the full press release

Airport food service workers and restaurants at San Francisco International Airport agree on new six-year contract with increased wages, healthcare and pension benefits

SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) today announced a tentative agreement between Airport food service workers and restaurants. Unite Here! Local 2, which represents food service workers at SFO, and SFO Restaurants, an organization of Airport restaurant owners and operators, reached the tentative agreement for a new 6-year… Read the full press release

Prime Minister of Albania, H.E. Edi Rama accepted the UNWTO/World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Open Letter on Travel and Tourism

Recognizing tourism’s vital contribution to sustainable growth, the Prime Minister of Albania, H.E. Edi Rama, has accepted the UNWTO/World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Open Letter on Travel and Tourism (Tirana, Albania, 20 October 2014). Tirana/ Madrid, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The UNWTO/WTTC Open Letter on Travel and Tourism calls upon heads of State and Government… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to establish “Qatar Airways & Aspire Academy – Football Dreams Africa” with Aspire Academy

Young Footballers to be given an Unforgettable Experience of Training in Barcelona and Playing against the FC Barcelona Youth Team Qatar Airways Offers 20 Fans an Exciting Opportunity to Win Tickets to Barcelona and Camp Nou stadium tour Airline Reaches Out to Millions of Football Fans through Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative DOHA, Qatar, 2014-12-22 — /Travel… Read the full press release