Category Archives: Travel Marketing

Travelzoo and Deutsche Bahn partner to promote sustainable travel with exclusive deals to consumers in Germany

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BERLIN, GERMANY, 2019-Sep-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Germany’s national railway company, Deutsche Bahn, and Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO) have joined forces to promote sustainable travel by offering during six months six time-limited, exclusive deals to consumers in Germany. This campaign is Travelzoo’s biggest initiative this year to promote sustainable travel in cooperation with Deutsche Bahn. Travelzoo, a global publisher of exclusive offers and experiences for… Read the full press release

Marriott International launches its new Marriott BonvoyTM Events platform

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The New Digital Platform Will Serve as the Organization’s Ultimate Resource for Planners Bethesda, MD, 2019-Sep-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (09/10/2019), Marriott International has announced the launch of its new Marriott BonvoyTM Events platform – MarriottBonvoyEvents.com. This new site is a comprehensive tool for meeting and event planners, building upon former Marriott International meetings site, Meetings… Read the full press release

Viking partners with Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films for the release of the new full-length film Downton Abbey

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New “Great Homes” Cruise Extension Offers Additional Privileged Access to Highclere Castle, the filming location of “Downton Abbey” Los Angeles, CA, 2019-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® ( www.vikingcruises.com) today ((September 9, 2019)) announced it has partnered with Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films for the release of the new full-length film Downton Abbey, based on… Read the full press release

Hyatt provides World of Hyatt members with more opportunities to earn points faster with new global promotion, Bonus Journeys

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CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (September 9, 2019), Hyatt’s award-winning loyalty program, World of Hyatt, launched a new global promotion, Bonus Journeys, providing World of Hyatt members more opportunities to earn points faster towards the rewards they value most. Beginning September 9, 2019, World of Hyatt members can register to earn thousands of Bonus… Read the full press release

Arkansas Tourism releases September edition of “Discover Arkansas”

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2019-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The September edition of “Discover Arkansas” is now available at www.arkansas.com/discover-arkansas. Published by Arkansas Tourism, the monthly digital publication highlights events, activities and trip ideas in The Natural State. Get a taste of Arkansas this month! We’re highlighting the best rooftop bars in Northwest Arkansas and stopping by… Read the full press release

VisitEngland launches next phase of its campaign to get more young Brits to take a short break at home

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LONDON, UK, 2019-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitEngland has launched the next phase of its campaign to get more young Brits to take a short break at home with a series of new short films and images. The new content targets young people with experiences and activities typically taken during a gap year that can… Read the full press release

Heathrow invites SMEs across the country to apply for 2019 ‘World of Opportunity’ grants

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For the third year running, Heathrow is inviting business up and down the country to apply for £40,000 worth of ‘World of Opportunity’ grants to fund exporting ambitions   The grant, run in partnership with the Department for International Trade’s (DIT) Exporting is GREAT campaign, supports SMEs looking to take their goods and services abroad… Read the full press release

British Airways 24/7: Access All Areas airs on 5th September on Channel 5

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First episode airs on Channel 5 on 5th September 2019 at 2100 GMT Documentary team from Title Role Productions in Manchester spent nine months filming with the airline at locations around the world Footage captured includes preparations for a visit from Her Majesty The Queen to celebrate the airline’s landmark birthday LONDON, UK, 2019-Sep-03 —… Read the full press release

PATA strengthens partnership with Binumi

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), a not-for-profit membership association acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of the Asia Pacific travel and tourism industry, has bolstered its partnership with Binumi, a video ecosystem platform empowering individuals and businesses to create and share compelling video content that can build… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines to introduce new amenity kits for international Business Class customers

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Collaboration with MAISON KITSUNÉ and BEAMS Tokyo, Japan, 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (August 27, 2019) unveiled plans to introduce new amenity kits for customers traveling on the carrier`s long-haul international Business Class from the end of August 2019. For flights departing Japan, an amenity kit designed in collaboration with MAISON… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines connects with its Guests via the messaging application WhatsApp

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New texting and messaging solution also allows Guests to ask questions, modify travel and make reservations in English and Spanish starting September 1 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2019-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines, the fastest growing airline in the United States, continues its commitment to invest in the Guest experience with an industry-leading technology to connect… Read the full press release

Choice Privileges announces the return of its “One Stay. Two Stays. Free Stay.” member promotion

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Choice Hotels’ Loyalty Members Can Earn a Free Night After Every Two Stays ROCKVILLE, Md., 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Privileges, the award-winning loyalty program from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is bringing back its “One Stay. Two Stays. Free Stay.” member promotion. Starting August 28, Choice Privileges guests who book two separate qualifying stays —… Read the full press release

SAS brings its campaign Future Olympians in Denmark, Norway and Sweden

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STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2019-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS is starting its campaign Future Olympians today (August 26, 2019) in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. The campaign is aimed at finding three Scandinavian youth teams for an exchange programme that will take them to Japan to meet local athletes in basketball, track and field, and karate in… Read the full press release

South Carolina’s Duane Parrish Named 2019 State Tourism Director of the Year

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AUSTIN, TX, 2019-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Duane Parrish of the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism has been named national State Tourism Director of the Year for 2019. Parrish was announced as the honoree before more than 1,000 destination marketing professionals at the U.S. Travel Association’s annual Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) conference, the premier… Read the full press release

Brand USA announces winners of the first-ever Brand USA Video Storytelling Award

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Destination DC and New Mexico Tourism Department honored as first recipients AUSTIN, TEXAS, 2019-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, announced winners of the first-ever Brand USA Video Storytelling Award during the ESTO Destination Day Lunch. Brand USA President and CEO Christopher L. Thompson presented the… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean reveals new, 4-night itineraries at Private Island Destination

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Royal Caribbean Gives Guests More Time to Thrill and Chill with Two Calls and Late Nights at Private Island Destination MIAMI, FL, 2019-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — With the smashing success of Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean International is celebrating 100 days of Perfect Day with a double dose of adventure. The cruise line has… Read the full press release

Agoda launches Travel Guides to help people travel easier

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Asia, 2019-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Nature, Beaches, Food & Drink, Landmarks and Culture are the five top global reasons to travel, according to new research from Agoda, one of the world’s fastest growing digital travel companies. Whether travelers are looking for nature or attractions, gastronomy or culture, now with Agoda Travel Guides they can easily research… Read the full press release

InterContinental Ambassadors introduces new membership extension that will provide greater flexibility to members

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New Benefit Enhancement from IHG® Flexes with your Current Lifestyle – No Questions Asked Denham, United Kingdom, 2019-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental® Ambassador, the exclusive member benefits program of InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, is encouraging its members to embrace life’s exceptional and unexpected adventures by offering a new benefit that will provide greater flexibility… Read the full press release

Qantas Frequent Flyer partners with Quandoo to reward members with Qantas Points on restaurant bookings

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Qantas Restaurants powered by Quandoo, launches 15 August SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2019-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Frequent Flyer has partnered with Quandoo to reward members with Qantas Points on restaurant bookings in Australia and around the world. The collaboration with Quandoo, a worldwide booking platform that connects diners to restaurants, will enable frequent flyers to… Read the full press release

Silversea unveils enhanced All-Inclusive Polar Package

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Miami, FL, 2019-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The leader in the ultra-luxury cruise industry, Silversea is bringing distant horizons closer with its enhanced All-Inclusive Polar Package, now available on all luxury expedition voyages to the Arctic and Antarctica. The value-rich package, with its selection of convenient and inclusive travel benefits, provides a seamless travel experience… Read the full press release

Aloft Hotels Brings Music Makers Back to Their Roots with the First-Ever “Live At Aloft Hotels Homecoming Tour”

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Intimate Performances Will Be Accompanied By Interactive Augmented Reality ‘GIF-ITI’ Art Installation by Street Artist INSA & Money-Can’t-Buy Experiences for Marriott Bonvoy Members Bethesda, MD, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of the hottest names in music will be returning to their hometowns for free live music performances for fans as part of the Live… Read the full press release

Finavia brought hobbyists together during The HELspotting Day at Helsinki Airport

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Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia invited passionate plane spotters to Helsinki Airport on 6 August 2019 to learn more about the airport and to see planes and the action on the runways from a close distance. The HELspotting Day is a way for Finavia to introduce Helsinki Airport to this active stakeholder… Read the full press release

Eastern Airways unveiled new cabin product sourced locally

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Kirmington, England, 2019-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Eastern Airways has unveiled a new cabin product refresh sourcing a number of local suppliers throughout its network for the complimentary service offered on board its Flybe franchise services. The on board product has been revised and will feature guest beers, hand cooked crisps, flapjacks, shortbread biscuits, sweets… Read the full press release

Liverpool John Lennon Airport offers tailor made packages through Liverpool Airport Holidays

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Liverpool, UK, 2019-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) has today (05/08/2019) launched Liverpool Airport Holidays, a new service offering tailor made packages to over 70 destinations flying direct from Liverpool. Partnering with Myriad Travel, a local ATOL protected travel agent, Liverpool Airport Holidays offers customers unique package holidays, as well as… Read the full press release

Gatwick Airport provides passengers with easy access to information with the launch of Gatwick chatbot

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Gatwick chatbot’ provides flight information, flight specific notifications, and information on airport shops, restaurants and other facilities Currently responds to passenger queries in English but service will be extended to other languages next year Gatwick plans to enable the service on other chat platforms including WhatsApp and Apple Business Messenger in the future LONDON, UK,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and Matador Network launches travel series, My City, My Heart: An Insiders’ Guide by Southwest Employees

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DALLAS, TEXAS, 2019-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and Matador Network today (Aug 6, 2019) release the first of a four-episode series called, My City, My Heart: An Insiders’ Guide by Southwest Employees. Episode One features Southwest® Flight Attendant Javier, who shares his insider tips to exploring what he loves most about his… Read the full press release

Hyatt enhances Hyatt mobile app with new features

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Redesigned app unlocks new experiences for World of Hyatt members CHICAGO, IL, 2019-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (August 1, 2019) announced a redesigned World of Hyatt mobile app with new features that enable loyalty members to customize their stays and provide a more seamless experience throughout their travel journey. Available on both iOS… Read the full press release

18th Tour of Qinghai Lake concludes in “coming-of-age” celebration

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YINCHUAN, China, 2019-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The 18th Tour of Qinghai Lake (TDQL) reached the finish line in the capital of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region after 1,851 km of fierce competition over 13 stages across three western provinces in the past 14 days. On Saturday, the closing ceremony saw Robinson Chalapud Gomez from Colombian… Read the full press release

British Airways to bring a new West End season of plays to the Playhouse Theatre in partnership with Ambassador Theatre Group and Artistic Director Jamie Lloyd

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LONDON, UK, 2019-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is supporting a new West End season of work by The Jamie Lloyd Company, the hugely successful partnership between the UK’s leading theatre company, Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG), and Artistic Director Jamie Lloyd. The partnership will bring a season of three plays to the Playhouse Theatre in the… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality Customer Service now can also be reached via WhatsApp Business

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Deutsche Hospitality adds WhatsApp Business to its communication channels Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2019-Jul-30 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of a pilot cooperation project, Deutsche Hospitality Customer Service can also be reached via WhatsApp Business with immediate effect. This innovative concept is the result of Deutsche Hospitality’s collaboration with Facebook and its marketing… Read the full press release