Category Archives: Travel Management

U.S. News & World Report, Conde Nast Traveler, TripAdvisor and Travel + Leisure all agree: Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is the best for leisure and business travel

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In 2015, four major luxury travel and business organizations and their audiences’ name Four Seasons Hotel Seattle best for exceptional experiences and luxury services Seattle, U.S.A., 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, Conde Nast Traveler, TripAdvisor and Travel + Leisure all agree: Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is the best for leisure and… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Airways launched new cargo mobile application that offers cargo customers greater convenience when tracking shipments

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HONG KONG, 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways has launched a new cargo mobile application that offers cargo agents, forwarders and customers greater convenience when tracking shipments, in addition to a wide range of other information relevant to the operations of Cathay Pacific Cargo. Building on the services available at www.cathaypacificcargo.com, the… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Airways received seven honours at the Customer Service Excellence Awards 2014 by the Hong Kong Association for Customer Service Excellence (HKACE)

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HONG KONG, 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today received a total of seven honours at the Customer Service Excellence Awards 2014, hosted by the Hong Kong Association for Customer Service Excellence (HKACE). The airline’s signature “Service Straight from the Heart” was well recognised at the awards, reflecting the commitment to quality… Read the full news article

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation signed agreement for the purchase of thirty-two firm Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) aircraft

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TOKYO, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation (Mitsubishi Aircraft) announced today that they have signed an agreement for the purchase of thirty-two firm Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) aircraft. JAL and Mitsubishi Aircraft signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) on August 28, 2014, and have moved forward to conclude this… Read the full news article

U.S. News & World Report recognized Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole with Gold Badge Status and #1 Best Hotel in Wyoming

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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole is featured on the U.S. News List for 2015 Jackson Hole, WY, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, recognized Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole with Gold Badge Status, ranking #36 in the… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel New York welcomes veteran events professional Mariam Karim as its Director of Catering and Conferences Services

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Appointment anticipates opening of dramatic new FIFTY7 event space in spring 2015 New York, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel New York welcomes veteran events professional Mariam Karim as its Director of Catering and Conferences Services.  Originally joining Four Seasons in 2005 at its Washington, DC address as Senior Catering Sales Manager,… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu again named one of the 50 Best Hotels in the US and #1 in Hawaii by U.S. News & World Report

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Hawaii, Hualalai, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu has again been named one of the 50 Best Hotels in the United States and #1 in Hawaii by U.S. News & World Report. “We’re thrilled to again be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the… Read the full news article

Dubai Airports: Dubai International (DXB) secured its position as the number one airport for international passenger traffic

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Dubai, UAE, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai Airports today released its year-end traffic report which confirm that Dubai International (DXB) has secured its position as the number one airport for international passenger numbers. Full year passenger numbers totalled 70,475,636, up 6.1 per cent from the 66,431,533 recorded in 2013. This followed robust passenger traffic growth… Read the full news article

Auckland Airport launched major upgrade to its marine rescue fleet

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has today launched a major upgrade to its marine rescue fleet to ensure survival equipment can be deployed on the Manukau Harbour in the event of an emergency. The new additions to the fleet are: a Griffon 2000TD hovercraft a 12 metre Q-West catamaran… Read the full news article

The Rezidor Hotel Group announces reshaped Executive Committee in line with its turnaround programme Route 2015

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Brussels, Belgium, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In line with its long-term strategy and turnaround programme Route 2015, the Rezidor Hotel Group further optimizes its organisation and announces a reshaped Executive Committee. Elie Younes, formerly Senior Vice President & Head of Group Development, has been promoted to Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer. Marianne… Read the full news article

TripAdvisor recognised 50 Carlson Rezidor properties at its TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2015

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Brussels, Belgium, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, has recognised 50 Carlson Rezidor properties across Europe, the Middle East and Africa at its TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2015. For the 13th year, TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top properties based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a… Read the full news article

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Jersey recognised for their commitment to developing people at the recent Jersey Skills Development Awards

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JERSEY, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Jersey, we’re delighted to be recognised for their commitment to developing people at the recent Jersey Skills Development Awards. The awards, held at Fort Regent, were the first of their kind in Jersey and recognise the valuable contributions employers are making to ongoing skills… Read the full news article

New World Hotels & Resorts appointed by WCT Holdings Berhad to manage New World Petaling Jaya Hotel scheduled to open in Q3 2016

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Hong Kong, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — New World Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by WCT Holdings Berhad (“WCT”) to manage New World Petaling Jaya Hotel outside Kuala Lumpur, scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2016. The agreement signing ceremony took place at Paradigm Mall in Petaling Jaya today with representatives Mr…. Read the full news article

Hotel ICON again made the TripAdvisor’s list of the highest-rated hotels in China

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Hong Kong, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Luxury hotel located in Tsim Sha Tsui East Hong Kong, Hotel ICON has again earned the coveted honour from TripAdvisor, the world’s most popular hotel review site in its just-released list of the highest-rated hotels in China. Hotel ICON, an independent property only open for 4 years, has… Read the full news article

Hyatt enters into management contract with Claridge Homes for an Andaz hotel in Ottawa, Canada

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Andaz Ottawa Byward Market expected to open in 2016 CHICAGO, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management contract with Claridge Homes for an Andaz hotel in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. When Andaz Ottawa Byward Market opens in mid-2016, it will become the first Andaz-branded… Read the full news article

Hyatt Hotels Corporation launches new full service lifestyle brand designed for business and leisure travelers Hyatt Centric

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CHICAGO, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today introduced Hyatt Centric, a new, full service lifestyle brand designed for business and leisure travelers. The launch marks the sixth brand Hyatt has introduced since 2006, and offers Hyatt the opportunity to again set the standard by using its distinctive approach to empathetic engagement… Read the full news article

easyJet revenue grew by £34 million to £931 million for the quarter ended 31 December 2014

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LONDON, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet revenue grew by £34 million to £931 million for the quarter ended 31 December 2014 Drive demand, conversion and yields across Europe •    Seats flown grew by 2.9% to 16.6 million. Passengers carried increased by 4.1% to 14.9 million, and the load factor increased by 1.0 percentage point to… Read the full news article

Ethiopian Airlines and Liege Airport extend air cargo partnership for another 5 years

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Even brighter prospects ahead, owing to fast growth of Africa-Europe trade ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines and Liege Airport have agreed to extend for another 5 years their win-win partnership for the transport of air cargo between Africa and Europe. Liege Airport has been serving as Ethiopian main European cargo… Read the full news article

South African Airways becomes the first airline globally to install the SatAuth (Satellite Authorisation Systems) solution

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Johannesburg, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) this week becomes the first airline globally to install the SatAuth (Satellite Authorisation Systems) solution. The system, first installed on the airline’s cabin trainer for testing in May last year, will not only allow secure credit card transactions anywhere in the skies but also provide… Read the full news article

FiturGreen 2015: “Towards sustainable consumption and production in the tourism sector”, 28-30 January 2015, Fitur, Madrid

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Tourism must be sustainable if it is to avoid jeopardizing its future and the viability of tourism destinations, and contribute in that way to promoting a more responsible consumption. The role of travellers as agents of positive change will be addressed at FiturGreen 2015 through models, success stories and innovative tools that have improved the… Read the full news article

UNWTO World Tourism Barometer: 4.7% increase on international tourist arrivals in 2014 over the previous year

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International tourist arrivals reached 1,138 million in 2014, a 4.7% increase over the previous year, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. For 2015, UNWTO forecasts international tourism to grow by 3% to 4%, further contributing to the global economic recovery. Madrid, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The number of international tourists (overnight… Read the full news article

British Airways poll: 63% of women said they were put off a career as a professional airline pilot as they were told it was a man’s job

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LONDON, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Sixty-three per cent of women said they were put off a career as a professional airline pilot when they were growing up for reasons including a lack of visible role models and being told it was a man’s job, according to a British Airways poll*. 20 per cent… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways named “Best Economy Long-Haul Experience” by world travel trends and information SKIFT

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Worldwide study by SKIFT proves the high-quality of Qatar Airways’ 5-Star aviation experience DOHA, Qatar, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — On January 16th, Qatar Airways was named “Best Economy Long-Haul Experience” by SKIFT, a recognised leader in world travel trends and information. The study, which included all major international airlines, was a comprehensive evaluation of the… Read the full news article

Caribbean Airlines announces “Double Decker” special for passengers travelling between Port of Spain and London

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PIARCO, Trinidad and Tobago, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Caribbean Airlines today announced a special “Double Decker” offer for passengers travelling between Port of Spain and London. With this special offer, guests who purchase one Business Class ticket will receive a second ticket free. This promotion is applicable to tickets purchased from January 20 through to January… Read the full news article

One of the most modern boutique hotels in Zalka Beirut opens, the brand new Warwick Stone 55

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The brand new Warwick Stone 55, located in Zeinoun Street, Zalka, is one of the most modern boutique hotels in the area. Beirut, Lebanon, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Warwick Stone 55 Hotel is a 4 * Boutique Hotel consisting of 46 spacious rooms & suites with a contemporary design, an all-day dining restaurant named… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group announces the opening of Crowne Plaza Pittsburgh West-Green Tree hotel following a $4 million renovation

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Renovated hotel offers easy access to downtown Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh International Airport   ATLANTA, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announces the opening of the 199-room Crowne Plaza Pittsburgh West-Green Tree hotel, following a $4 million renovation by the ownership. At the closest IHG full service hotel to Pittsburgh,… Read the full news article

Autograph Collection adds new Netherlands-based hotel to its portfolio: Hotel van Oranje in Noordwijk

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Dutch Coast Seaside Property Joins Global Portfolio of Independent Hotels London, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection has added a new Netherlands-based hotel to its portfolio: Hotel van Oranje in Noordwijk. The hotel complements Autograph Collection’s continually growing portfolio of upscale and independent hotels as the collection expands across Europe and beyond. As the… Read the full news article

Edmonton International Airport announces significant developments that will bring $225 million in investment to the region and will create approximately 1000 jobs

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Significant developments at airport contribute to provincial economy Alberta, Canada, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today the Edmonton International Airport (EIA) had two significant development announcements that together will bring $225 million in investment to the region and will create approximately 1000 jobs. Ivanhoé Cambridge announced immediate leasing opportunities for a new retail centre, the Outlet Collection… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton offers the Ultimate Private Escape with its Global Collection of Luxury Villas & Cottages

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More Than 7 Locations to Choose, From Dream Beaches to Jungle Retreats. CHEVY CHASE, 2015-1-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Private beaches, backyard barbeques, temperature controlled outdoor pools, pine forest surrounds and magnificent views – the villas and cottages at The Ritz-Carlton hotels around the world tastefully bring together the exquisite and the personal.  Spacious and… Read the full news article

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel joins the exclusive portfolio of Autograph Collection hotels as the group’s first Hawaiian property

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Mauna Kea Beach Hotel To Join Discerning Collection Of Independent Hotels; Celebrates 50th Anniversary Bethesda, Md., 2015-1-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A landmark of luxury on Hawaii Island, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, joins the exclusive portfolio of Autograph Collection hotels as the group’s first Hawaiian property and the 75th in its global portfolio.  Now celebrating… Read the full news article