GBTA launched four formal European committees for the industry across Aviation, Hotel, Meetings and Technology

London, 2014-5-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – today announced the formation and launch of four formal European committees for the industry across Aviation, Hotel, Meetings and Technology. The committees will be comprised of experienced GBTA members who wish to share their knowledge… Read the full news article

Iberia becomes the first airline to create its own scent “Mediterráneo de Iberia”

Starting tomorrow, Iberia’s new image can also be felt; its new scent will be used in all of Iberia’s airplanes and VIP lounges. This is another step in the renewal process of Iberia’s brand image, which now reaches all five senses. A new music selection will also be presented tomorrow for the boarding and disembarking… Read the full news article

SriLankan’s FlySmiLes loyalty programme members to double their usual FlySmiLes miles when flying on most oneworld partners between 15 May and 30 June 2014

New York City, NY, 2014-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — SriLankan Airlines’ addition to oneworld® at midnight tonight is being celebrated by a special double miles offer for frequent flyers. The 300,000 members of SriLankan’s FlySmiLes loyalty programme will receive twice their usual FlySmiLes miles when flying on most oneworld partners between 15 May and 30 June 2014. Similarly,… Read the full news article

SriLankan Airlines becomes part of oneworld® airline alliance

•  First carrier from Indian subcontinent to join any global airline alliance •  Completes biggest expansion of world’s premier alliance since its launch 15 years ago •  Key government ministers witness unveiling of first SriLankan aircraft in oneworld livery at joining ceremony at Asia’s newest airport, Hambantota’s Mattala Rajapaksa International •  Bonus miles/points for frequent flyers… Read the full news article

oneworld® and SriLankan Airlines launch air pass covering travel within the Indian Sub-Continent

New York City, NY, 2014-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — A new, great value air pass covering travel within the Indian Sub-Continent is launched today by the oneworld® airline alliance and its latest member carrier SriLankan Airlines. The oneworld Visit South Asian Sub-Continent pass is the latest addition to oneworld’s market-leading range of alliance fares.  It is available for sale… Read the full news article

S7 Airlines announces changes to its frequent flyer programme

Novosibirsk, Russia, 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, announces the introduction of changes to the «S7 Priority» frequent flyer programme. From the 29th of April «S7 Priority» members can purchase additional bonus miles if the accrued miles are not sufficient to get an award ticket. In addition a member of the «S7… Read the full news article

Jersey: The Atlantic Hotel shortlisted for the Independent Hotel of the Year 2014 award at the Caterer and Hotelkeeper’s annual Catey Awards

Jersey, 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Atlantic Hotel www.theatlantichotel.com has been shortlisted for the Independent Hotel of the Year 2014 award at the Caterer and Hotelkeeper’s annual Catey Awards www.cateys.com that will take place in London on Tuesday 1 July 2014. Widely regarded as the hospitality industry’s answer to the Oscars, the Cateys recognise the industry’s “highest flyers,… Read the full news article

Thailand: 15% airline traffic inrease from Taiwan to Thailand during recent 2014 Songkran festival

Bangkok/Taipei, 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Thailand remains one of the most popular tourist destinations for Taiwanese travellers, especially during the recent 2014 Songkran festival (5-21 April) when air travel from Taiwan to Thailand was reported to have increased by 15 per cent with airlines recording an average load factor of 80-95 per cent during… Read the full news article

Trump International Hotel™ Las Vegas announced special “Dogs Days of Summer” promotion to celebrate National Pet Month

LAS VEGAS, Nev., 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Trump International Hotel™ Las Vegas is celebrating National Pet Month with a special “Dogs Days of Summer” promotion. The hotel invites guests to bring along their precious pooches from May 1, 2014 through National Dog Day on August 26, 2014, to receive a complimentary Trump posh puppy collar… Read the full news article

1,400 participants and 10,000 Calgarians to celebrate Calgary Airport’s New Runway

CALGARY, 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Registration for Run and Roam the Runway, a weekend festival hosted by The Calgary Airport Authority in celebration of the opening of Canada’s newest runway, is now full. Thanks to the overwhelming support of Calgarians, the two-day event filled up just one week after registration opened to the public. The June… Read the full news article

Meliá Hotels International firma un acuerdo de colaboración con la Asociación Creadores de Moda de España

Se convierte así en hotelera de referencia para las firmas de moda más conocidas de nuestro país, como Devota & Lomba, Delpozo o Roberto Verino  Mallorca, España, 2014-04-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Meliá Hotels International, compañía hotelera líder en nuestro país, ha firmado un convenio de colaboración con la Asociación Creadores de Moda de España (ACME),… Read the full news article

Norway’s longest artwork (250 metres long) opens at Oslo Airport

OSLO, 2014-04-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Norway’s longest artwork is finally ready at Oslo Airport and the opening took place on 11 April. The artwork is a whopping 250 metres long and adorns the walkway out to the South Pier. “This helps provide a better passenger experience and elevates their experience of the South Pier,” says… Read the full news article

Air France, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and TAM to implement Amadeus car rental services

Air France, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and TAM implement Amadeus Cars. The cross-selling tool enables airlines to generate additional revenue by offering enhanced services to their customers Madrid, Spain, 2014-04-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, announces that four major airlines – Air France, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and… Read the full news article

Travelport announces the renewal of its full content agreement with Virgin Atlantic

Langley, UK, 2014-04-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading distribution services and e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, today announces the renewal of its full content agreement with Virgin Atlantic, one of the world’s leading airlines. Building on the existing relationship between the London-based carrier and Travelport, the renewed agreement will ensure that content… Read the full news article

TravelClick North American Hospitality Review: The transient segment is leading the charge with particularly sharp increases in the leisure travel segment

NEW YORK, 2014-04-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The hotel industry saw a healthy start to the year and is continuing to show gains in both demand and average daily rate (ADR), according to data from the April 2014 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). The transient segment, which is made up of individual business and leisure… Read the full news article

First bus operators to promote the benefits of bus travel during Catch the Bus Week 2014 between 28 April and 4 May

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014-04-25 — /Travel PR News/ — During Catch the Bus Week Greener Journeys* and many First bus operators across the UK will be promoting the benefits of bus travel. Catch the Bus Week 2014, runs from 28th April to the 4th of May. The campaign aims to increase awareness of the benefits of bus travel in the… Read the full news article

Chicago Cultural Center to host eight FREE exhibitions this summer

Chicago, Il, 2014-04-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, will host eight FREE exhibitions this summer with an emphasis on object and graphic design, street art, the blues, architecture and the work of several Chicago-based artists – including Hebru Brantley. Exhibitions at Expo 72 (72 E. Randolph Street) and City… Read the full news article

Coco Collection’s Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu focuses on eco-friendly initiatives to help Maldives preserve its environment

MALDIVES, 2014-04-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu, part of the prestigious Coco Collection and renowned for its rustic and sustainable hospitality, is actively involved in eco-friendly initiatives to ensure that the Maldives remains a top tourist hot spot. With their focus set firmly on green luxury, the resort aims to preserve its… Read the full news article

The Calgary Airport Authority launches weekend event “Run and Roam the Runway” on June 14 and 15

Registration site is now live to participate in the family-fun weekend festival  CALGARY, 2014-04-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority revealed plans today for Run and Roam the Runway – a weekend event that will allow Calgarians to experience Canada’s newest and longest runway. The weekend activities are scheduled for June 14 and… Read the full news article

Budapest Airport and Celebi Ground Handling Hungary to refurbish the general aviation terminal for Formula 1 grand prix

Budapest, 2014-04-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport and Celebi Ground Handling Hungary have signed a five-year lease and reconstruction contract for the refurbishment of the general aviation terminal (GAT) at Budapest Airport. The GAT is used by the passengers of small and large private aircraft and business jets which do not operate as scheduled flights,… Read the full news article

easyJet and Shakespearean actors support campaign at Bristol Airport to recognise 23 April as National William Shakespeare Day

Bristol, UK, 2014-04-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Britain’s oldest living William Shakespeare on Wednesday 16 April supported a campaign at Bristol Airport to create an official day for his namesake. 91 year William Shakespeare, from Bristol, joined easyJet and a troop of Shakespearean actors as they staged free performances of the Bard’s most famous work for… Read the full news article

Pacific Asia Travel Association and Japan Association of Travel Agents to work together to benefit both sets of members

Bangkok, Thailand, 2014-04-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) have agreed to work together to benefit both sets of members. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in April, will focus efforts on implementing joint activities related to tourism. The MoU shows the membership commitment by both associations to… Read the full news article

Classic Vacations expands hotels selection to Travel Advisors through the Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN)

San Jose, CA, 2014-04-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Classic Vacations, a leading provider of luxury wholesale travel, announced today the addition of an expanded selection of hotels now available to Travel Advisors through the Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN). In addition to Classic Vacations’ current inventory of luxury hotels, the travel wholesaler will also provide Travel… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company reveals its secrets to exceptional customer service through The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center

Chevy Chase, Md., 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Employers in all industries are looking for new and creative ways to provide exceptional customer service, improve patient experience, boost employee engagement, inspire leadership, and create sustainable culture transformation. Since The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center opened its doors in 1999, organizations from diverse industries—such as Healthcare, Automotive, Finance, Transportation, Legal, Energy,… Read the full news article

Marriott Rewards members’ account information now available via the new Google Wallet app

Bethesda, Md., 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Rewards members can now access their account information and receive exclusive offers via the new Google Wallet app. Google Wallet, available for Android and iPhone devices, allows users to save all their loyalty program information and offers in one place, as well as easily send money to… Read the full news article

Marriott, British Airways and Institute of Travel and Meetings held travel industry forum in London to discuss global social and environmental trends

LONDON, 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International joined with British Airways and the Institute of Travel and Meetings to host a dedicated travel industry forum to discuss global social and environmental trends on 4 April.    The event, at the St Pancras Renaissance London Hotel was attended by more than 120 corporate travel buyers and… Read the full news article

Enterprise Rent-A-Car recognized as one of The 120 “Most Trusted Brands” by Entrepreneur magazine

ST. LOUIS, 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car was recently recognized as one of The 120 “Most Trusted Brands” by Entrepreneur magazine – the only car rental brand to rank in the top 50 on the list. The list is based on a survey of more than 5,000 Entrepreneur readers conducted to determine the companies that most effectively earned their loyalty… Read the full news article

Travelport renews multi-year distribution partnership with Rawat-Al Hajer in Iraq

Baghdad, Iraq, 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading distribution services and e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, has today announced the renewal of a multi-year distribution partnership with Rawat-Al Hajer for Travelport technology and services in Iraq. The renewal of the agreement comes after four successful years of partnership between Rawat-Al Hajer and… Read the full news article

Travelport and Deutsche Bahn to bring easy rail booking to travel agents in Russia

Moscow, Russia, 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading distribution services and e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, and Deutsche Bahn (DB), one of the world’s leading rail passenger and logistics companies, today announce an initiative to bring easy rail booking to travel agents in Russia. Through Travelport’s rail booking tool, RailMaster, Deutsche Bahn’s… Read the full news article

Travelport renews its global full content agreement with South African owned Comair Limited

Johannesburg, South Africa, 2014-04-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading distribution services and e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, has renewed its global full content agreement with South African owned Comair Limited (Comair). Comair operates scheduled airline services under its low-cost airline brand, kulula.com, as well as the British Airways brand as part of… Read the full news article