Oakland International Airport applauds Southwest Airlines for introducing SAF at OAK

OAK is now the third commercial airport in the U.S. to have SAF incorporated in the daily operations of a major airline Oakland, Calif., 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — This month marks the first time that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be used in the operations of Southwest Airlines® at Oakland International Airport (OAK)…. Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport ready to welcome nearly 225,000 passengers for Labor Day weekend

Nearly 225,000 passengers are expected to pass through the airport this holiday weekend, capping off a busy summer for OAK Oakland, Calif., 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakland International Airport is prepared for what is expected to be a busy Labor Day weekend as the summer travel season wraps up. OAK estimates that nearly… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomes Melanie Dooney as General Manager Corporate Services

Auckland, New Zealand, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has announced the appointment of Melanie Dooney as General Manager Corporate Services. Ms Dooney will join Auckland Airport in early November, taking responsibility for health, safety and wellbeing, people and capability, people services, public relations and government relations, and legal at Auckland Airport. Auckland… Read the full press release

World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & The America winners announced

Jamaica, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The finest travel brands from across the Americas and the Caribbean have been unveiled at a star-studded Gala Ceremony in Jamaica. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & The America’s Gala Ceremony 2022 to find out who amongst them had been crowned… Read the full press release

Airport Authority Hong Kong publishes its Sustainability Report 2021/22

HONG KONG, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) releases its Sustainability Report 2021/22 today (31 August 2022), outlining the sustainability performance of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) in the fiscal year ending 31 March 2022 along its roadmap to becoming the World’s Greenest Airport. The report marks 10 years of… Read the full press release

Zurich Airport to participate in Food Zurich, the third-largest food festival in Europe

Opfikon, Switzerland, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time, Zurich Airport is part Food Zurich as one of its venues from 8 to 18 September. As part of the third-largest food festival in Europe, a variety of culinary experiences will take place at various locations at the Circle as well as the… Read the full press release

American Hotel & Lodging Association establishes annual event to celebrate and thank hotel employees

WASHINGTON, USA, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today (September 1, 2022) announced it has established Sept. 1 as National Hotel Employee Day in the National Day Calendar. National Hotel Employee Day will be celebrated annually to thank hotel employees for their hard work and dedication and recognize… Read the full press release

Finavia to bring six new restaurants to Helsinki Airport through partnership with Select Service Partner Finland

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia is investing in a new food court in Helsinki Airport’s gate area together with the leading restaurant service provider Select Service Partner Finland. The food court, which will be completed in March 2023, will bring six new restaurants to Helsinki Airport. “Our passengers appreciate having a… Read the full press release

Malaysia Aviation Group celebrates the nation’s 65th Independence Day

KLIA, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) commemorated the nation’s 65th Independence Day by participating in several activities that enlivened the patriotic and unified spirit of Malaysians and international passengers alike. The day kicked off with the Group participating in the Merdeka Day Parade held at Dataran Merdeka, which marked the… Read the full press release

Historic Environment Support Fund to fund nine heritage projects in the Highlands, Angus, Falkirk, Edinburgh, East Lothian, the Borders and Dumfries and Galloway

Latest Historic Environment Support Fund recipients include a project to celebrate the oldest elm tree in Europe EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — A monument dedicated to a descendant of Robert the Bruce, a project to celebrate the oldest elm tree in Europe and the development of heritage trails in the Highlands are… Read the full press release

Grant Funds Provide 50% Discount for California Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card Holders

Grant Funds Provide 50% Discount for EBT Card Holders LOS ANGELES, CA, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning today (SEPTEMBER 01, 2022), Metrolink passengers with a California Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card are eligible for a 50 percent discount on all Metrolink tickets and passes. Riders can use their EBT card at any Metrolink station ticket… Read the full press release

Air Canada Cargo further invests in its cold chain infrastructure with new live monitored, temperature-controlled certified aircraft containers

MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada Cargo will be the first Canadian operator to use the new live monitored, temperature-controlled certified aircraft containers, the Envirotainer Releye RLP and larger RAP, as part of the AC Absolute solution. The Releye RLP and RAP containers are designed to meet the strictest requirements in… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean Group to deploy SpaceX’s Starlink broadband internet service fleetwide

MIAMI, FL, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) announced today (Aug. 30, 2022) its plan to implement SpaceX’s Starlink – making the Group the first in the cruise industry to adopt its high-speed, low-latency connectivity for a better onboard experience for guests and crew fleetwide. The innovative broadband internet service… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises to welcome all travelers on board its ships regardless of vaccination status from September 5

The leading ultra-luxury cruise line removes vaccine requirements and pre-embarkation testing for vaccinated travelers MONACO, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises is poised to welcome back all luxury travelers aboard its fleet of ultra-luxury ships with adjusted COVID-19 protocols that align closely with many land-based travel options. Effective September 5, Silversea Cruises will welcome all… Read the full press release

Boeing delivers Lufthansa Group’s first 787 Dreamliner

Europe’s largest airline group takes delivery of first of 32 787s it has on order 787 Dreamliner key for Lufthansa Group fleet modernization program and sustainability efforts SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the Lufthansa Group today (Aug. 29, 2022) celebrated the delivery of the first 787 Dreamliner, a… Read the full press release

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport offers tips for a smooth Labor Day weekend travel

1.6 million passengers are expected to travel through ATL during the Labor Day travel period ATLANTA, GA, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — In preparation for Labor Day weekend travel, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) officials are providing tips and reminders for passengers traveling through ATL for the holiday weekend. More than 1.6 million passengers… Read the full press release

Air Canada releases its annual corporate sustainability report

Air Canada Highlights ESG Achievements and Advancements with its Citizens of the World Corporate Sustainability Report (CNW Group/Air Canada) MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada has released the 2021 edition of Citizens of the World, describing how the carrier has advanced a range of sustainability programs despite the impact of COVID-19 on… Read the full press release

Swoop expands services to Cuba with non-stop service between Toronto and Varadero

The ultra-not-expensive airline grows Caribbean offering with ultra-not-expensive service from Toronto to Varadero . CALGARY, AB, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Aug. 31, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, expanded its winter schedule with new routes, more frequencies and new service to Cuba. Swoop will begin its seasonal, non-stop service between Toronto (YYZ)… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport recognized with 2022 Airport Efficiency Excellence Award by Air Transport Research Society

SJC has been named the most efficient airport in the 5-15 million passengers category in North America San José, Calif., 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Transport Research Society (ATRS), one of the most reputable aviation research societies, has awarded Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) the 2022 Airport Efficiency Excellence Award, for being… Read the full press release

O’Hare and Midway International Airports ready for a busy Labor Day weekend

Lower Level Utilities and Pavement Work Completed, Arrival Lanes and Main Parking Garage Now Fully Open at O’Hare’s Main Terminals Chicago, IL, 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is ready to welcome approximately 1.6 million travelers to O’Hare and Midway International Airports between Thursday, Sept. 1 and Tuesday, Sept…. Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines announces daily, nonstop service to Phoenix from November 2022

MIRAMAR, Fla., 2022-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Kansas City travelers will be soaking up the “Valley of the Sun” this November with Spirit Airlines’ (NYSE: SAVE) new, nonstop service to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). The new route offers the only ultra-low-fare option connecting Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to PHX and makes it easier… Read the full press release

Emirates returns as Official Airline of the US Open Tennis Championships

Partners one of the world’s biggest tennis events for 11th consecutive year Dubai/ New York, 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — For the eleventh consecutive year, Emirates is returning as Official Airline of the US Open Tennis Championships, running from 29 August through 11 September.  The world’s largest international airline continues to utilise its global… Read the full press release

Emirates launches new global ad campaign featuring latest brand ambassador Gerry the Goose

New TV and online advertising campaign takes playful look at the airline’s Fly Better philosophy Dubai, UAE, 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Following in the footsteps of iconic film and TV personalities Jennifer Aniston, Chris Hemsworth and Jeremy Clarkson, Emirates latest brand ambassador Gerry the Goose is inviting customers to take a gander at… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach announces reopening of Sea Fu restaurant

Dubai, U.A.E., 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A zen-like mood is created by the sound of the waves hitting the shore and birds singing happily from the lush garden. The mix of natural instruments and beautiful lounge music produce a unique musical composition. In Sea Fu, it cannot get any better. After a month of waiting, the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest appoints Federico Giovine as Hotel Manager

Budapest, Hungary, 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — With six cities on four continents on his Four Seasons curriculum, Federico Giovine brings a wealth of valuable international experience to his new role as Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest. Giovine, a seasoned hotelier, started his career in 2005, as a phone operator at Four Seasons… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines inaugurates direct flight between Kota Kinabalu and Singapore

Kota Kinabalu, 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines marked another milestone in its network expansion plan by introducing a new direct flight between Kota Kinabalu and Singapore which commenced operations on 27 August 2022. The inaugural flight was commemorated with a welcome ceremony for passengers who arrived at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces today the opening of 276-room Hyatt Place Nanchong Gaoping

The 276-room Hyatt Place hotel is the first international hotel to open in the heart of Nanchong CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today (August 28, 2022) the opening of Hyatt Place Nanchong Gaoping, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests… Read the full press release

Raise a Toast to the Rest of Summer with CRC’s Tastiest Tipples

London, UK 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ —There’s something magical about the last days of Summer, whether it’s the gentler pace of life or the fact that the kids will soon be back at school! And what better way to make the most of the warm evenings than by cooling down with a refreshing cocktail… Read the full press release

Finnair announces codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair and oneworld partner Qatar Airways have concluded an agreement to establish a long-term strategic cooperation between Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen and Doha. Finnair and Qatar Airways are exploring opening services also between another European destination and Doha. These services will be supported by a comprehensive codeshare… Read the full press release

Comfort Hotels brings back its popular #ComfortSaysThanks campaign in celebration of National Waffle Day

Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, and Comfort Inn & Suites properties griddle up gratitude coast-to-coast as Choice Hotels brings back annual festivities and sweepstakes ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Aug-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of National Waffle Day, Choice Hotels International Inc.’s (NYSE: CHH) flagship Comfort Hotels brand is bringing back its popular #ComfortSaysThanks campaign, uniting breakfast lovers nationwide in… Read the full press release