Daniela Stein Named General Manager of IntercityHotel Berlin Ostbahnhof, Bringing Extensive Industry Experience and Passion to the Role

Career at Deutsche Hospitality Berlin, Germany, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Daniela Stein, who previously worked at IntercityHotel Berlin Ostbahnhof as Hotel Manager, will take over as General Manager of IntercityHotel Berlin Ostbahnhof in January 2023. Born in Osterburg, hotel passionate Daniela Stein has many years of experience in the hotel industry. As a… Read the full press release

Westin Hotels & Resorts Unveils Next-Generation Gear Lending Program with High-Tech Recovery and Strength Training Equipment

Travelers can borrow the latest high-tech recovery and total body strength training equipment to optimize their well-being while staying at any of the brand’s more than 230 properties globally BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Rooted in its mission of providing signature wellness programs that empower guests to regain control and enhance their… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Donates $500,000 to No Room for Trafficking Survivor Fund, Raising Total Donations to Over $2 Million

No Room for Trafficking Survivor Fund Grows Its Impact with Over $2 Million in Total Donations WASHINGTON, DC, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The AHLA Foundation today (Jan. 24, 2023) announced a $500,000 donation from IHG Hotels & Resorts to support the No Room for Trafficking (NRFT) Survivor Fund as part of the hotel… Read the full press release

Six Senses brings Wellness and Sustainability to Napa Valley with Revitalization of Aetna Springs Resort

The natural mineral waters of Aetna Springs will flow in harmony with Napa’s prestigious reds BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Six Senses is taking its wellness and sustainability formula to a sanctuary in Napa County, an agricultural haven producing some of the world’s most sought-after wine. Named after the natural thermal Aetna… Read the full press release

$171,000 in Grant Funding Awarded to Companies Pioneering the Future of Aviation Industry

More than $170,000 Awarded to Companies Shaping the Future of the Aviation Industry GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, together with Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Seamless Ventures, Southwest Airlines®, Stantec GenerationAV and the West Michigan Aviation Academy, has announced the third round of companies that… Read the full press release

Marriott International’s Deal Signings Soar: Company Signs Two Deals a Day, Adding 108,000 Rooms in 2022

Marriott International announced that the company’s deal signings accelerated again in 2022. BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — At the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in Los Angeles, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) announced that the company’s deal signings accelerated again in 2022. The company signed an average of two deals a day,… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy Launches Global Promotion: Earn Bonus Points and Elite Night Credits for Stays until April 2023

The global promotion offers the chance to earn up to 75,000 bonus points and 75 bonus Elite Night Credits! BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program, invites members to explore Marriott Bonvoy’s expansive portfolio of brands while getting the most out of the program. The latest global… Read the full press release

UK Civil Aviation Authority Proposes Changes to ATOL Financial Protection Scheme to Improve Consumer Protection and Resilience of the Scheme

LONDON, UK, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority has today (01.24.2023) published the emerging findings of its programme for ATOL reform. The regulator is seeking further information from stakeholders to support its work in finalising its proposals for changes to the ATOL financial protection scheme. The Civil Aviation Authority, which… Read the full press release

UK Civil Aviation Authority unveils vision for future of airspace with focus on quicker, quieter and cleaner journeys, and new capacity for all users

LONDON, UK, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority has today (23 January) set out a vision for the future of UK airspace which will help deliver quicker, quieter and cleaner journeys, as well as create more capacity for the benefit for those who use and are affected by UK airspace…. Read the full press release

Danish Chefs Take Home Gold at Prestigious Bocuse d’Or Competition: Søllerød Kro’s Brian Mark Hansen and Svinkløv Badehotel’s Elisabeth Madsen Win International Culinary Competition

23 January 2023, Danish chefs Brian Mark Hansen and Elisabeth Madsen have received gold in the international chef’s competition Bocuse d’Or. Copenhagen, Denmark, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Brian Mark Hansen is the head chef the Michelin-starred Søllerød Kro north of Copenhagen. Søllerød Kro is a charming thatched inn located in the village Søllerød and… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards reaches 30 million members: Celebrates with 1 million Miles giveaway and exclusive offers for members

The award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai is giving back to its loyal members with incredible giveaways this month including a chance to win bonus Skywards Miles, complimentary flight upgrades and much more. Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Skywards has hit a new record with more than 30 million members… Read the full press release

Emirates boosts service to Sydney and Melbourne, resumes flights to Christchurch via Sydney

Emirates will be back to operating at pre-pandemic levels to Sydney and Melbourne Ramp up will see Emirates’ operations elevate to 63 weekly flights across Australia Airline also confirms restart of Christchurch via Sydney in March DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has taken yet another significant step in the resumption of… Read the full press release

Emirates leads the way in sustainable aviation with successful ground testing using 100% SAF, preparing for experimental flight

Ground evaluation closely compared performance of different fuels in engines, paving way for experimental test flight DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has successfully completed the ground engine testing for one of its GE90 engines on a Boeing 777-300ER using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The objective of the ground testing and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons unveils new growth strategy under new leadership, focusing on experiential offerings and luxury experiences

Under leadership of new President and CEO Alejandro Reynal, iconic luxury brand continues to drive global growth and strategic development across new and existing lines of business Toronto, Canada, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons continues to expand its development pipeline, elevating its experiential offerings and accelerating bold new ventures that… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels positions itself as challenger brand in upscale, growth leader in extended stay with acquisition of Radisson Hotels Americas

Focus on Growth Brands and Markets Positions Choice Hotels for a Banner 2023 ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — As a legacy leader in upper midscale and midscale, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)—one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world—made a series of strategic moves to position itself as the challenger brand to watch… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels International joins Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, committing to global sustainability efforts

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc., one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world, has joined the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, a global network for responsible hospitality which unites world-leading hotel companies to build a more sustainable future. With nearly 7,500 hotels, representing more than 630,000 rooms in 46… Read the full press release

Circus Circus Las Vegas Strip Resort and Casino now available on ChoiceHotels.com, expanding Ascend Hotel Collection

Choice Hotels continues to grow the Ascend Hotel Collection, providing loyalty members the opportunity to earn and redeem points at historic, boutique and resort properties around the world ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — After entering into a landmark agreement last year with Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), rooms at Circus Circus Hotel & Casino are… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport Introduces Personalized MyFlight Service for Hassle-Free Journey Planning

Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The MyFlight service, developed by Finavia, provides passengers with personalised information about their upcoming flight at Helsinki Airport. By subscribing to get the service by email, you can make the start of your journey even more hassle-free. “At Helsinki Airport, passengers are received by a revamped airport,… Read the full press release

St. Rule’s Tower in St. Andrews Reopens to Visitors Following Essential Repairs by Historic Environment Scotland

The historic tower is once again accessible to visitors following repairs, Historic Environment Scotland announced EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors to St Andrews can once again enjoy access to the town’s highest vantage point. St. Rule’s Tower has now reopened to visitors, after temporary access restrictions were put in place by… Read the full press release

High level masonry inspections to begin at Tantallon and Dirleton Castles, Scotland

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has announced today (Friday 20 January) that high level masonry inspections will start at Tantallon Castle and Dirleton Castle on Monday 23 January. The inspections can take over a month due to the scope of the task and the different characteristics of the… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport Opens Doors to Business Leaders for First Post-Pandemic Tour

Aberdeen, UK, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Aberdeen International Airport hosted a tour for public, private and third sector leaders in the North East today (Friday, January 20). Organised in conjunction with the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) in Aberdeen the event was a sell out and first post pandemic business engagement… Read the full press release

Korean Air Resumes Services to Four Major European Destinations: Prague, Zurich, Istanbul, and Madrid

Seoul, South Korea, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air will resume services to four major destinations in Europe starting from March. After a 3-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the airline will restart the Prague and Zurich routes from the end of March, followed by the resumption of the Istanbul and Madrid routes… Read the full press release

New Curio Collection by Hilton Resort Set to Open in Greece’s Popular Island Destination of Rhodes in 2023

Opening in 2023, Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes, Curio Collection by Hilton, is set to be the third opening in three years in Greece under the Curio brand MCLEAN, Va and RHODES, Greece, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ —Today (January 23, 2023), Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Zetland Capital… Read the full press release

AirAsia X Resumes Flights to Osaka, Japan, Boosting Tourism and Offering Great Deals for Travellers

SEPANG, MALAYSIA, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia X (AAX) returned to Osaka, Japan early today (January 21, 2023) further expanding its network to/from the land of the rising sun. The inaugural flight departed from Kuala Lumpur at 11.45pm last night and arrived in Osaka at 7.15am this morning. In celebration of the service… Read the full press release

Hyatt Place Brand Expands Globally with Opening of First Hotel in Hangzhou City, Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport

472-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in Hangzhou International Airport CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Hangzhou city, is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation Announces Record Pipeline of 117,000 Rooms Worldwide for 2023 and Beyond, With a Focus on Lifestyle Hotels

Hyatt’s transformative growth continues with planned acquisition of Dream Hotel Group, global expansion of Caption by Hyatt brand and organic growth of Hyatt’s global portfolio CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) shared today (January 20, 2023) that Hyatt is positioned for continued transformative growth in 2023 and beyond with… Read the full press release

Raise a Glass to Savings: Arkansas Tourism Introduces Craft Beverage Pass for Discounts and Deals at Local Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries

LITTLE ROCK, AR, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Happy hour just got happier with Arkansas Tourism’s new Arkansas Craft Beverage Pass. The free pass has been created for mobile devices and features a collection of Arkansas breweries, wineries and distilleries offering deals and discounts to redeem during your visit. There are no apps to… Read the full press release

Fraport Introduces State-of-the-Art CT Technology and Innovative Security Lane Configuration for Shorter Wait Times at Frankfurt Airport

New CT technology and innovative security-lane configuration will bring greater convenience and shorter wait times for passengers World-first lane design entering trial phase Fraport CEO Schulte thanks German Federal Interior Ministry and German Federal Police for their cooperation and trust Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Since January 1, 2023, Fraport… Read the full press release

easyJet Launches Full Ski Flying Programme, Offering 2 Million Seats to Popular Ski Routes Across Europe

easyJet is back to its 2019 capacity on its ski routes with two million seats now available Heavy snowfall is expected to continue across France easyJet’s flight schedule to European ski destinations increases by 30% this winter compared to 2022 easyJet is the number one operator to the main Alpine airports including Lyon, Grenoble, Geneva,… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines and MailAmericas Partner to Expand Cross-Border Ecommerce Services in Africa and Middle East

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines Group (ET) has partnered with MailAmericas (MA), a private postal operator and gold member of the consultive committee for the Universal Postal Union, to develop competitive cross border ecommerce services within Africa and the Middle East using Addis Ababa as a hub. According to… Read the full press release