Category Archives: Travel Marketing

QantasLink and Taronga Western Plains Zoo unveiled the refreshed ‘Taronga’ decal on one of QantasLink’s newest Q400 aircraft

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New South Wales, Australia, 2015-4-1 — /Travel PR News/ — QantasLink and Taronga Western Plains Zoo today unveiled the refreshed ‘Taronga’ decal on one of QantasLink’s newest Q400 aircraft, reaffirming their commitment to regional tourism and the Dubbo community. This is the second time that QantasLink and the Zoo, two of the largest contributors to… Read the full news article

Hyatt Place survey: six in 10 adults that travel admit to having particular travel quirks

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“There’s a Place for You” campaign brings the Hyatt Place brand to life and shows how it seamlessly provides travelers with a place where they can fully embrace their travel habits the moment they check in CHICAGO, 2015-3-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place, the perfect place for today’s traveler combining style, innovation and 24/7 convenience,… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines launched its latest advertising campaign with agency partner GSD&M during the NCAA Tournament

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Company brings back a familiar face who’s traveling more than ever DALLAS, 2015-3-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has launched its latest advertising campaign in conjunction with existing placements airing during the NCAA Tournament. Working with agency partner GSD&M in Austin, Texas, Southwest’s new campaign brings to life those human moments… Read the full news article

Extraordinary Hotel Chocolat Chocolate Tasting Experience at the London Eye this Easter

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LONDON, 2015-3-30 — /Travel PR News/ — This Easter, the London Eye invites guests to indulge their senses with an extraordinary Hotel Chocolat Chocolate Tasting Experience. The ultimate Easter treat for chocolate lovers, guests will enjoy a variety of mouth-watering chocolates and truffles as an expert from Hotel Chocolat guides you through an exclusive tasting… Read the full news article

VisitBritain: Launching this year, the Tour de Yorkshire attracts the world’s great riders from May 1-3, 2015

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LONDON, 2015-3-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The rows of people lining the route of last year’s Yorkshire Grand Départ of the Tour de France are not just testament to the growing popularity of cycling in the UK, but of Yorkshire as a place to hold world-class events – and holidays! Such was the welcome… Read the full news article

VisitScotland and Forest Holidays launch an exclusive new experience for holiday makers to Scotland – The Picnic Butler

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LONDON, 2015-3-28 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitScotland and Forest Holidays have today (Tuesday 24 March 2015) launched an exclusive new experience for holiday makers to Scotland – The Picnic Butler, which has been created to celebrate the country’s Year of Food & Drink and promises to create many brilliant moments for visitors to Scotland…. Read the full news article

VisitBritain: Edinburgh International Festival 2015 programme unveiled

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Edinburgh International Festival Director Fergus Linehan has unveiled his first programme. Edinburgh, 2015-3-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Festival 2015 runs from Friday 7 August to Monday 31 August and welcomes over 2,300 artists from 39 nations to perform in Scotland’s magnificent capital city. The Irishman, whose previous roles have seen him head up the Sydney Festival,… Read the full news article

VisitBritain: The International hit show LET IT BE is coming to their hometown to mark the official re-launch of the Royal Court Theatre in Liverpool

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LONDON, 2015-3-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The International hit show that celebrates the music of The Beatles is coming to their hometown later this year to mark the official re-launch of the multi-million pound refurbishment of the Royal Court Theatre in Liverpool.  Direct from London’s West End, LET IT BE will run for 5½… Read the full news article

New Zealand: two new real Middle-earth locations featured in The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-3-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies – New Zealand Home of Middle-earth Featurette Part 3 presents two new locations completing the ‘Real Middle-earth’ story. In the third and final New Zealand Home of Middle-earth featurette, cast and crew introduce viewers to two new real… Read the full news article

Hobbiton™ Movie Set in New Zealand welcomed its one millionth visitor

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For well over a decade tourists have been visiting a small pocket of green farmland in the depths of Middle-earth™ New Zealand, and today marks a special milestone for the famous destination. Matamata, New Zealand, 2015-3-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Hobbiton™ Movie Set, near Matamata in New Zealand’s Waikato region, has welcomed its one… Read the full news article

London Gatwick, Government’s Business is GREAT campaign and Barclays to hold conference for more than 100 British businesses

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London Gatwick welcomes over 100 businesses to a conference to help them grow  overseas Gatwick teams up with Government’s Business is GREAT campaign with a host of other inspiring speakers Event follows new polling released earlier this month showing that small businesses and SMEs from all around the UK want Gatwick expanded LONDON, 2015-3-26 — /Travel… Read the full news article

Baymont Inn & Suites’ spring 2015 “Home Team Hospitality” contest gives amateur teams, groups and clubs the chance to win $10,000 and 1,000,000 Wyndham Rewards points

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Community-focused hotel brand offers groups the chance to win funds and Wyndham Rewards® points PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-3-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Baymont Inn & Suites, the midscale hotel brand with a “Hometown Hospitality” service promise of listening to guests and treating them like neighbors, is offering amateur teams, groups and clubs the chance to win $10,000… Read the full news article

Confederation of Passenger Transport UK: new research shows that nationwide discount-priced ticket for combined train and bus travel PLUSBUS is growing in popularity

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LONDON, 2015-3-24 — /Travel PR News/ — A nationwide discount-priced ticket for combined train and bus travel is growing in popularity, new research shows. A survey carried out by independent watchdog Passenger Focus shows that 90% of PLUSBUS users are either ‘very’ or ‘fairly’ satisfied the integrated ticket, which offers passengers unlimited bus and tram… Read the full news article

Cape Town joins 21 other world cities included in the Special Edition game of Monopoly Here & Now (World Edition) to honour the games’ 80th Anniversary

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CAPE TOWN, 2015-3-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Cape Town joins 21 other world cities who are celebrating yesterday’s announcement that they have been included in the Special Edition game of Monopoly Here & Now (World Edition) to honour the games’ 80th Anniversary. Cape Town was the only South African city to make it onto… Read the full news article

Marriott International, Inc. to provide consumers with more meaningful travel destination content and information on Traveler.Marriott.Com

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Content Provides Unique Destination Experiences and Tips Authored by Digital Travel Experts Bethesda, Md., 2015-3-24 — /Travel PR News/ — In a move to provide consumers with more meaningful travel destination content and information, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) is launching Marriott Traveler on its industry-leading website Marriott.com. Today, many travelers begin their planning process by researching… Read the full news article

PATA launches the 4th PATAcademy-HCD under the theme, “Human Capital Development – This Decade’s Tourism Challenge” on June 2-4, 2015

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BANGKOK, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to launch the 4thPATAcademy-HCD under the theme, “Human Capital Development – This Decade’s Tourism Challenge” on June 2-4, 2015 at the PATA Engagement Hub in PATA Headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand with a site visit to Bangkok University (BU), School of Humanities… Read the full news article

The Pennsylvania Tourism Office kicked off travel season with the release of the 2015 Vacation Guide

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Harrisburg, PA, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pennsylvania Tourism Office today kicked off travel season with the release of the 2015 Vacation Guide, which highlights the commonwealth’s unique travel destinations and experiences as well as must-see attractions and events. “Travelers are offered the chance to explore the incredible history, outdoor recreation, city escapes and… Read the full news article

Etihad Airways First Officer becomes the first Emirati to obtain PhD in aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the youngest and the eighth holder of this distinctive degree in the world

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Shareef Al Romaithi, a 31 year-old Etihad Airways First Officer, has become the first Emirati to obtain a PhD in aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which also makes him the youngest and the eighth holder of this distinctive degree in the world. Shareef joined the UAE’s national carrier in… Read the full news article

Etihad Airways announces new key appointments within its commercial division which will support the airline’s growth and expansion plans

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-3-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has announced new key appointments within its commercial division which will support the airline’s growth and expansion plans. Amer Khan has been appointed to the position of Regional General Manager for Middle East and North Africa,… Read the full news article

David Whitaker to become chief marketing officer for Brand USA on May 11, 2015

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WASHINGTON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Industry veteran David Whitaker has been tapped to become chief marketing officer for Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States. Whitaker will join Brand USA on May 11, 2015, following eight years as president and CEO of Tourism Toronto, the fourth largest city in North… Read the full news article

The Board of Trustees of the Destination & Travel Foundation selected Brand USA as the upcoming recipient of its highest honor, the Spirit of Hospitality Award

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WASHINGTON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Trustees of the Destination & Travel Foundation has selected America’s destination marketing organization, Brand USA, as the upcoming recipient of its highest honor, the Spirit of Hospitality Award. The award is presented annually to the individual or organization that has shown exceptional dedication and commitment… Read the full news article

More air travellers are going paperless at London City Airport

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LONDON, 2015-3-20 — /Travel PR News/ — More air travellers are going paperless, according to London City Airport (LCY), making better use of technology to speed up their journey. The number of passengers downloading their boarding pass to their mobile phone has increased by seven percentage points in twelve months – from 14% to 21%…. Read the full news article

Emirates Airline President: American consumers, international gateway airports, local and regional economies will be the ultimate victims of the US carriers’ protectionist campaign

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Debunks allegations of subsidy and “stealing traffic” in white paper presented by Delta, American, and United Highlights economic benefits of Emirates’ services to American consumers, local and regional economies, and businesses Discusses the impact of selective protectionism that restrict international air transport links and trade bridges in a global economy Washington D.C., USA, 2015-3-19 —… Read the full news article

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will conduct a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged-Owned (M/W/DBE) Contractors Workshop on March 31

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CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will conduct a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged-Owned (M/W/DBE) Contractors Workshop on Tuesday, March 31 from 1-4 p.m. at the UIC Forum. Don’t miss this chance to network face-to-face with prime contractors and learn more about upcoming opportunities at Chicago’s Airports. Your business could be… Read the full news article

Register now for The Chicago Department of Aviation Airport Concessions Symposium scheduled for March 25, 2015

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CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Airport Concessions Symposium is just eight days away. Registration is now open, so sign up today! The free workshop will provide an overview of the steps required to become a concessionaire, from the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, airport design and construction requirements,… Read the full news article

#IWANTTOGOWHERE, the new image promotion campaign by S7 Airlines

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance, launches the image promotion campaign #IWANTTOGOWHERE, starting from March 16, 2015. Travelling all over the world became an integral part of our lives. We go on business trips, fly to visit our friends, go on vacations using familiar… Read the full news article

VisitEngland launches industry wide consultation on the future growth strategy for the tourism industry in England

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At an event at the start of English Tourism Week yesterday, VisitEngland launched an industry wide consultation on the future growth strategy for the tourism industry in England. LONDON, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — This consultation will set the stage for a mid-term refresh of the Strategic Framework for Tourism 2010-2020 launched by VisitEngland… Read the full news article

VisitEngland: Matthew Henderson from Beamish Museum in County Durham becomes England’s Tourism Superstar 2015

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LONDON, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — As English Tourism Week gets underway VisitEngland is delighted to announce that Matthew Henderson from Beamish Museum in County Durham has come top of a public vote to become England’s Tourism Superstar 2015. Matthew went up against ten other short-listed nominees in a public vote run by the… Read the full news article

Jersey: Radisson Blu and La Villette Hotel crowned overall winners in Jersey and Guernsey by C.I. Travel Group and Feefo

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JERSEY, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The first truly independent Channel Island accommodation awards have been announced, with Radisson Blu and La Villette Hotel being crowned overall winners in Jersey and Guernsey respectively. C.I. Travel Group, in partnership with online review portal Feefo, is behind the scheme to highlight customer service excellence in the Channel… Read the full news article

VisitBritain: 2015 marks the 150th anniversary of the publication of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

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26 November 2015 marks the 150th anniversary of the publication of one of the most enchanting works of literature: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. LONDON, 2015-3-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, better known as Lewis Carroll, famously first outlined his story to the ten-year-old Alice Liddell – the inspiration for the tale – as… Read the full news article