Shannon Group rebrands as The Shannon Airport Group

Shannon Group will now be called The Shannon Airport Group  Shannon, Ireland, 2022-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Group has today (22nd August 2022) unveiled a refresh of its corporate brand. From today Shannon Group will now be called The Shannon Airport Group. Launching the initiative, Mary Considine, CEO, Shannon Group said: “We are… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality announces the opening of MAXX Hotel Aalen

The sixth MAXX by Deutsche Hospitality opening in the heart of Baden-Württemberg Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — On 18 August 2022, the MAXX Hotel Aalen team celebrated the official opening of its hotel together with Frederick Brütting, Lord Mayor of the city of Aalen. In addition to 133 modern, spacious… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Lanai welcomes new Spa Director Lacey Matsumoto

Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2022-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Lanai named Lacey Matsumoto as Spa Director, responsible for overseeing daily spa operations, including staff training, treatments and retail, and fitness facilities, as well as the Resort’s Yoga and Wellness program. Matsumoto has a distinguished spa and wellness background with more than 15 years experience in the spa… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville announces key food and beverage appointments

Highly anticipated 235-key luxury hotel in heart of downtown Nashville bolsters hotel dining, bar, and restaurant experience with talented hires Nashville, USA, 2022-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The all-new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville, anticipated to open this fall, announces key food and beverage appointments that will lead a vibrant array of creative… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai

The 60-room property is located near Juhu beach and is designed for the savvy, modern-day explorer CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (August 22, 2022) announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Juhu Mumbai. The hotel, which marks the entry of the Hyatt Centric brand in Maharashtra, is the 37th Hyatt… Read the full press release

onefinestay re-launches its Paris Home Collection

The leading luxury private rental brand offers exquisite comforts, attentive service and curated experiences in the ‘City of Light’ LONDON, UK, 2022-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — onefinestay, the leading luxury private rental brand offering the world’s finest homes and service, re-launches its Paris Home Collection, unveiling new stays in the finest addresses within the City of… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus welcomes IAG’s sustainable aviation fuel deal with Aemetis to power its flights from San Francisco from 2025

Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Following on from news that renewable fuels company Aemetis, Inc. announced today (August 22, 2022) that it has agreed a multi-year agreement with International Airlines Group (IAG) to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to power Aer Lingus and British Airways flights from San Francisco Airport from 2025,… Read the full press release

IAG partners with Aemetis to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to British Airways and Aer Lingus’ flights from San Francisco Airport

London, UK, 2022-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Renewable fuels company Aemetis, Inc. has announced a multi-year agreement with International Airlines Group (IAG) to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to help power both British Airways and Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus’ flights from San Francisco Airport from 2025. IAG, parent company of both British Airways… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways supports IRONMAN Group as the official Airline Partner the Global IRONMAN® Series and IRONMAN® 70.3® Series

Qatar Airways also to be title partner of IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast, IRONMAN Maryland, IRONMAN 70.3 Washington, and IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney triathlons in 2022 Qatar Tourism joins as an Official Partner of IRONMAN DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and IRONMAN have entered a long-term global partnership, making Qatar Airways the… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts announces the 244-room InterContinental Pyeongtaek opening in 2025

Seoul, South Korea, 2022-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Pyeongtaek is ready to welcome the world’s first and largest international hotel brand – InterContinental Hotels & Resorts – as it continues to grow its reputation and stature. Scheduled to open in 2025, the prestigious 244-room InterContinental Pyeongtaek will be the first global hotel brand in the Gyeonggi… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces plans for an extensive portfolio expansion in Egypt

Building on the long-term partnership with Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), Four Seasons to expand Egyptian collection with a new hotel and residential community in New Cairo Capital, a new hotel in Luxor and additional Private Residences in Sharm El Sheikh as part of its multi-million-dollar expansion Toronto, Canada, 2022-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading… Read the full press release

The IATA World Cargo Symposium to focus on building resilience of the air cargo business

Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will focus on building resilience to further strengthen air cargo’s post-pandemic prospects. COVID-19 tested the resilience of the air cargo business. Despite challenging conditions, air cargo delivered critical medical supplies and vaccines across the… Read the full press release

CDA and AAAE open nominations for the 2022 The Airports Going Green Awards

Chicago, IL, 2022-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Airports Going Green Awards were introduced in 2010 to recognize and celebrate leadership in sustainability. Seven individuals received accolades for their achievements in sustainable aviation. Since then, the AGG awards have added categories to be inclusive of people, projects, and partners that all contribute to the… Read the full press release

The Qantas Group announces new multi-million-dollar Flight Training Centre in Sydney

Sydney, Australia, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Qantas Group will train pilots at a new purpose-built centre in Sydney across its current and future fleet including the aircraft that will operate non-stop flights from the east coast of Australia to London and New York. A new multi-million-dollar facility is proposed for St Peters… Read the full press release

Gaylord Hotels announces the return of its legendary Christmas marquee experience, ICE!

Brand’s Iconic Christmas Experience Makes its Long-Awaited Return Alongside New Original Shows and Beloved Seasonal Programming this Festive Season BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — ICE! returns to Gaylord Hotels for the 2022 season, showcasing a winter wonderland of awe-inspiring ice sculptures and slides made entirely of ice. Gaylord Hotels, part of Marriott… Read the full press release

AC Hotels by Marriott announces the opening of AC Hotel Bethesda Downtown

A Curated, Design-Driven Guest Experience Arrives to A Thriving Urban Center BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, has opened the doors to its newest hotel in the heart of downtown Bethesda, Maryland, bringing the brand’s signature “perfectly precise hotel” experience… Read the full press release

Emirates kick-starts its multi-billion dollar project with upgrade of entire interior cabins of 120 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft

Full cabin refresh for 120 aircraft along with the installation of Premium Economy seats Clockwork planning and testing begins to achieve turnaround time of 16 days per aircraft Dubai, UAE, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has kick-started its plans to upgrade the entire interior cabins of 120 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft… Read the full press release

Emirates to introduce its flagship A380 service to Bengaluru from 30 October

Emirates to be the first airline to operate the iconic A380 to Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport Flagship A380 service to be introduced as a daily service and allows customers travelling to and from the South Indian city to enjoy the much-loved signature experience Bengaluru to join Emirates’ network of over 30 destinations served by the… Read the full press release

Emirates announces new codeshare partnership with AEGEAN

Emirates passengers to access eight new Greek cities via Athens From October 2022, joint network to include eight additional European regional points Dubai, UAE, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is activating a new codeshare partnership today (15 August 2022) with AEGEAN, allowing its customers to benefit from increased connectivity to eight domestic Greek… Read the full press release

Emirates to reintroduce its flagship A380 to Perth From 1 December

The service will expand capacity with close to 500 seats per day driven by significant demand Emirates’ A380 return comes as airline celebrates 20 years of serving Perth, carrying close to 6 million passengers since 2002 Dubai, UAE, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — From 1 December, Emirates will reintroduce its flagship A380 to Perth… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels named a gold organization, ranking fourth in the 2022 LearningElite Awards program

Annual learning and development benchmarking program recognizes Choice University learning platform for workforce development efforts ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has been named a gold organization, ranking fourth in the 2022 LearningElite Awards program for the Choice University learning platform. Choice… Read the full press release

World of Hyatt Bonus Journeys returns to make the most of members’ upcoming stays

The new global promotion rewards travelers for qualifying stays at more than 1,100 participating hotels, including all-inclusive brands CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — With the return of the World of Hyatt Bonus Journeys offer, members can double their earnings and make the most of their upcoming stays through the end of the… Read the full press release

British Airways’ initiative BA Better World Community Fund supported 30+ charities across the UK with £760,000 of funding

In April, British Airways launched a community-based initiative, the BA Better World Community Fund to support projects in communities across the UK Since its launch, the fund has reached more than £760,000 through donations and funding on the airline’s Crowdfunder platform The fund has supported more than 30 projects including providing funding for holiday clubs for children… Read the full press release

Belfast City airport welcomes easyJet’s new service to Glasgow

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has launched a new route from Belfast City airport to Glasgow, with seats on sale from today (16 Aug 2022) at easyJet.com and via the mobile app, from just £22.99* Flights will launch from 31 October 2022 with departures on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays throughout… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Cargo brings more transparency to overall shipment journey by pioneering two new milestones in the Cargo iQ Master Operating Plan

The recording of the handover to and from the ramp and the cargo warehouse will bring greater transparency to the cargo journey Hong Kong, China, 2022-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Cargo has become one of the first carriers to pioneer two new milestones in the Cargo iQ Master Operating Plan (MOP). The… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines introduces new travel portal Southwest Business Assist™

Carrier reveals Southwest Business Assist which brings new features and capabilities for Corporate Travel Buyers and Travel Decision Makers to better manage business travel on Southwest Airlines DALLAS, TX, 2022-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Aug 15, 2022) announced it is making it easier than ever to manage business travel… Read the full press release

Heathrow to extend existing capacity limits through the end of the summer season

After consultation with airlines, capacity limits at Heathrow will be extended at the same level to 29 October to support more reliable and resilient passenger journeys Since the cap was introduced, passenger journeys have improved with fewer last-minute cancellations, better punctuality and shorter wait times for bags Airline and wider airport partners could see the… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels introduces new payment solution to make booking easier for business travelers

New industry-leading direct invoicing option streamlines booking and billing process for corporate travelers ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is making the process for business travelers booking rooms at  more than 5,000 domestic properties easier than ever through its new Choice Direct Pay program. With this new comprehensive offering,… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels welcomes Noha Abdalla as chief marketing officer

The role deepens company’s relationship with guests ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)—one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors—has appointed Noha Abdalla to the role of chief marketing officer, reporting directly to President and Chief Executive Officer, Patrick Pacious. As a key member of the senior executive team, Abdalla will be a… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund to support sixteen organisations in Cheshire and Greater Manchester with more than £25,000 in grants

Latest quarterly meeting sees 16 organisations benefit from grants Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund is celebrating its 25th year, with more than £3.5m donated so far Among beneficiaries are allotments, junior football clubs and scout groups For more information or to apply for a grant see: www.manchesterairport.co.uk/community Manchester, UK, 2022-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Sixteen… Read the full press release