Category Archives: Travel Marketing

Travelindex renews its successful partnership with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)

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BANGKOK, 2015-5-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelindex, a travel content distribution and discovery platform has recently renewed its very successful partnership with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). By publishing and distributing content for PATA Members that shows off industry expertise and highlights unique strengths and services, Travelindex can influence credibility, search rankings and purchase… Read the full news article

GBTA announces actor; musician and philanthropist Kevin Bacon as featured speaker at GBTA Convention 2015, July 25-29 in Orlando, Florida

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Alexandria, VA, 2015-5-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – today announced award winning film, television and stage actor; musician and philanthropist Kevin Bacon will be a featured speaker at GBTA Convention 2015, July 25-29 in Orlando, Florida. Bacon will be speaking at… Read the full news article

flydubai publishes new research highlighting on the latest travel trends

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Feedback from over 200,000 passengers through onboard survey covers 36 customer touchpoints Emergence of next generation of business class traveller Key factors influencing their airline choice include connectivity and value for money  Dubai, UAE, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai published today new research focussing on the latest travel trends, behaviours and preferences based on the… Read the full news article

Brand USA to launch its culinary tourism strategy and partnership with James Beard Foundation

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Washington, DC, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States charged with increasing international tourism into the United States, announced it will launch its culinary tourism strategy in conjunction with its participation at the James Beard Foundation Awards Ceremony and Gala Reception on Monday, May 4, at… Read the full news article

The Bank of Ireland Runway Night Run at Shannon Airport set for Friday, 19th June 20th at midnight

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1,700 places up for grabs for Friday, 19th, June 20th Midnight event – Proceeds to go to Shannon Group’s 2015 designated charities TLC4CF and Milford Care Centre Shannon, Ireland, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — One of Ireland’s most unique mass participation sports events of the year, the Bank of Ireland Runway Night Run at Shannon… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Two historical Scottish watermills will celebrate more than 300 years of milling history as part of National Mills Weekend, 9th – 10th May

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Two historical Scottish watermills will be celebrating more than 300 years of milling history as part of National Mills Weekend. Over the course of a weekend, on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, Perth’s 18th century Stanley Mills and New Abbey Corn Mill in Dumfries, which dates… Read the full news article

Jersey: The Royal Yacht announces the launch of its exclusive wine club hosted by Sirocco and The Cellar

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The Royal Yacht has announced the launch of its new and exclusive wine club, hosted by Sirocco and The Cellar. JERSEY, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The wine club will provide its members with opportunities to sample and enjoy a range of world-class wines, attend special events and enjoy exclusive discounts.  Membership is by… Read the full news article

Catch the end of New Zealand’s autumn season with Agoda’s list of discounted accommodations

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SINGAPORE, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has uncovered discounts of up to 50% on accommodation in 7 of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations, just in time to catch the end of the country’s cool and refreshing autumn season. New… Read the full news article

TownePlace Suites by Marriott® and The Container Store® launched selfie-worthy contest to find the most interesting suitcase tale

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott and The Container Store Search For Travel Tale During Selfie With a Suitcase Promotion Bethesda, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Imagine the stories your suitcase could tell – packed, unpacked, overhead storage, cargo, security check, lost and found in a new destination. With the thrills and excitement associated with… Read the full news article

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and travel expert Rudy Maxa: The weeks between spring break and Memorial Day also an ideal time to hit the road

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Lower Rates, Less Traffic, Ideal Weather Among Top Reasons for Pre-Memorial Day Travel ST. LOUIS, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — While Memorial Day weekend may be the unofficial start of the summer travel season, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and consumer travel expert Rudy Maxa are reminding Americans that now is also an ideal time to hit the road…. Read the full news article

Tourism Australia announces that Queensland’s Gold Coast will host the country’s largest annual tourism trade show – the Australian Tourism Exchange in 2016

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SYDNEY, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia has announced that Queensland’s Gold Coast will play host to the country’s largest annual tourism trade show – the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) – in 2016. The announcement was made by Tourism Australia’s Managing Director John O’Sullivan whilst speaking on Wednesday (April 29) at an industry… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® frequent flyer program Rapid Rewards named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual Freddie Awards ceremony

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Freddie Award results prove there is more to love about being a Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program member and Cardmember DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards, has been named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual… Read the full news article

New Zealand: Prince Harry to take part in the The FIFA U-20 World Cup 2015 pre-tournament build-up

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The FIFA U-20 World Cup 2015 is set to receive a royal touch from a very special visitor. Auckland, New Zealand, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Sport-loving Prince Harry will put his best-foot forward as he enjoys a starring role in the pre-tournament build-up during his first visit to New Zealand this May. During… Read the full news article

VIA Rail Canada to launch new BizPak rail pass for trips originating from or arriving in London, Ontario

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Toronto, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announces the launch of a new BizPak rail pass for trips originating from or arriving in London. ”We’re introducing these new BizPak passes in response to demand from our London customers, said Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, President and CEO of VIA Rail. This new offer is… Read the full news article

Expedia® Affiliate Network to present at the Arabian Travel Market conference in Dubai, 4 – 7 May 2015

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Bellevue, WA, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN) will attend the Arabian Travel Market conference in Dubai next week, 4 – 7 May, continuing their long-standing history with the show. Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has been running for over 20 years and continues to be a must-attend show in the Middle… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises S.A. appoints Riccardo Casalino as the new Chief Marketing Officer

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RICCARDO CASALINO IS THE THIRD C-LEVEL APPOINTMENT OF 2015 Geneva, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises S.A., the world’s largest privately-owned cruise line, and market leader in the Mediterranean, announced today that Riccardo Casalino had joined the Company’s executive leadership at its global headquarters, in Geneva, Switzerland, as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)…. Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group to relaunch its external facing Employer Brand

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Buckinghamshire, UK, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies with operations in nearly 100 countries worldwide, has today announced the relaunch of its external facing Employer Brand. The new brand identity, ‘All of you at IHG’, has evolved from in-depth market research which revealed the importance… Read the full news article

Singapore Airlines launches all-new mobile app for Apple and Android smartphones as well as for the Apple Watch

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SINGAPORE, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines has launched an all-new mobile app for both Apple and Android smartphones, as well as for the Apple Watch. Introducing a redesigned user interface with new features, the app aims to provide a functional and seamless user experience. Features include a contextual homepage that displays the… Read the full news article

Accomplished anglers from the Lake Vermilion area will host Gov. Mark Dayton and Lt. Gov. Tina Smith for the 2015 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on May 9

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ST. PAUL, Minn., 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A pair of accomplished anglers from the Lake Vermilion area will host Gov. Mark Dayton and Lt. Gov. Tina Smith for the 2015 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on Saturday, May 9. Tim “Buck” Lescarbeau will fish with Gov. Dayton, and Casey Sunsdahl will fish with Lt. Gov. Smith…. Read the full news article

Marriott Hotels releases the trailer of its second original short film French Kiss

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Shot in Paris, Film Marks Second Original Film Production from the Marriott Content Studio Bethesda, Md., 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — In anticipation of its second original short film, the Marriott Content Studio in collaboration with the company’s flagship Marriott Hotels brand today released the trailer for French Kiss. The mystical romance shot in Paris… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the launch of AC Hotel Miami Beach’s “Miami CULTure Project,” a collaboration program with Miami artists and influencers

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Patrons to Enjoy Inspired Batched Cocktails, Locally-Sourced Products, a Spanish inspired Wines-by-the-glass and Tapas Menu, and More Miami, Fla., 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today the launch of the AC Hotel Miami Beach’s “Miami CULTure Project,” a collaboration program with Miami artists and influencers. “Beyond the sun, beach… Read the full news article

Denmark: AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen voted one of the world’s most innovative and modern hotels

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Hotel guests worldwide have placed the AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen among the top ten hotels in the category ‘World of Tomorrow’ making it belong to the world’s hottest and most futuristic hotels. COPENHAGEN, Denmark, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotel guests from all over the world have participated in selecting the 4-star designer… Read the full news article

Chicago Bike Week presented by the City of Chicago and Goose Island Beer Company to take place on June 12-19 as part of Bike Chicago 2015

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Includes a Screening of Napoleon Dynamite in Millennium Park, the Chicago Triathlon Checkpoint Challenge, Bike Fashion Show and the Bike to Work Rally at Daley Plaza on June 19   CHICAGO, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is pleased to announce the schedule for Chicago Bike Week… Read the full news article

Aeroflot updates version of its app for iPhone and iPad that includes support for Apple Watch

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Moscow, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot (Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) has released an updated version of its app for iPhone and iPad that includes support for Apple Watch among a number of new additions designed to maximise user convenience. Anyone with an Apple Watch can see the Special Offers and My Reservations sections of the app, with information updated every time the… Read the full news article

GBTA Canada held its 11th annual conference April 20-22 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto

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GBTA Conference 2015 Toronto Gains Momentum with Record Attendance Toronto, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Canada held its 11th annual conference from April 20-22 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, in Toronto. True to its theme, Business in Motion, the conference was a hub of activity with a record number… Read the full news article

Global restaurateur HMSHost recognized with Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards by Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA)

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HMSHost recognized by ACI-NA at the Business of Airports Conference with Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards PHOENIX, AZ, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost was recognized by Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) through the Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards contest with awards for Real Food Daily at Los Angeles International Airport and for Cool… Read the full news article

Jersey Association for Youth and Friendship Open Gardens programme begins in St Lawrence with the beautiful gardens of Domaine des Vaux

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JERSEY, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — This year’s JAYF (Jersey Association for Youth and Friendship) Open Gardens programme begins in St Lawrence with the beautiful gardens of Domaine des Vaux. Open on Sunday 26th April by kind permission of Marcus Binney CBE and his wife Anne, these glorious gardens were created in the early… Read the full news article

Jersey named among the ten best rated islands in Europe in the 2015 Travellers’ Choice™ awards for Islands

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JERSEY, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey has today been named among the ten best rated islands in Europe in the 2015 Travellers’ Choice™ awards for Islands, announced by TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site*. Jersey ranked ahead of Majorca, Capri, Tenerife and Corsica to be named the sixth best rated island in Europe,… Read the full news article

VisitBritain: Chatsworth to launch major new literary festival “The Chatsworth Festival – Art Out Loud”, 18 to 20 September 2015

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LONDON, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — In 2015 Chatsworth is set to launch a major new literary festival ‘The Chatsworth Festival – Art Out Loud‘, running from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 September. The three day event is inspired by the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire’s passion for the arts and will feature a… Read the full news article

Colorado showcases line up of film and music festivals happening throughout the state this summer and fall

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DENVER, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The weather is warming, the days are getting longer and Colorado is gearing up for the sights and sounds of festival season. Colorado is a popular destination for film buffs and music goers alike with events set against gorgeous backdrops from the Telluride Film Festival to Denver’s Underground Music Showcase…. Read the full news article