Columbus Regional Airport Authority Appoints Nicole Loucks as General Counsel

COLUMBUS, OH, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ —The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) has named Nicole Loucks General Counsel. Her responsibilities in this role include leading all legal, risk and compliance functions for CRAA. As General Counsel, Loucks will work closely with the CRAA Board of Directors on governance and serve as the liaison with… Read the full press release

Emirates Announces Second Daily Flight to Brisbane on 20th Anniversary of Service

Addition of a Boeing 777-300ER service means Emirates will offer almost 12,000 seats per week to Brisbane combined with its daily A380 The operational boost comes as Emirates proudly celebrates 20 years of serving Brisbane Emirates is back to operating at pre-pandemic levels to Brisbane Brisbane, Australia, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is… Read the full press release

Emirates to Scale Up A380 Operations with Iconic Airplane’s Return to Glasgow, Nice, Birmingham, and London’s Stansted Airport

The airline continues to rebuild its global network and ramp up operations to meet robust travel demand. Emirates has also announced it will resume its second daily service to London Stansted in May 2023, boosting its London operations to 11 daily flights. By the end of this summer, Emirates will have recovered close to 90% of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco Unveils New In-Room Floral Program with Local, Sustainable Arrangements from Ampersand

From bedside bud vases to full room florals, Ampersand adds a special touch to any celebration with local, seasonal blooms San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco will offer a special, in-room floral program from Bay Area flower shop and design studio Ampersand. Designed to elevate all of life’s most special… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Austin Introduces State-of-the-Art Animated Dining Experience: ‘Nya & Ned Save The World’ by TableMation Studios

“Animación at Ciclo – A Digital Dining Experience” to launch in downtown Austin Austin, U.S.A., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Austin is taking “dinner and a show” one step further as dinner is the show with a new activation set to launch this February. This winter, the Hotel announced the Texas debut of the state-of-the-art… Read the full press release

Bar Trigona Takes Over Nautilus Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta for a Two-Night Celebration of Award-Winning Drinks

Jakarta, Indonesia, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Nautilus Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta kicks off the new year with an exciting takeover by Bar Trigona on January 20 and 21, 2023. Voted one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars for four consecutive years, Bar Trigona is the highly acclaimed drinking destination at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Known for its… Read the full press release

Ring in the Lunar New Year with a Delicious Six-Course Menu and Festivities at 8 Restaurant, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo

Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Experience the beginning of the Lunar Year with a delectable menu with an array of celebratory activities to welcome the Year of the Rabbit at 8 restaurant, which is serving epicurean experiences with heart-warming festivities. Beginning Sunday, January 22, 2023 for ten days, guests and… Read the full press release

Travel Back in Time with the New, Innovative Cocktail Menu at Four Seasons Resort Dubai’s Hendricks Bar

Envisioned as an ode to a legendary world traveler, each cocktail imagines a “lost” recipe and the story behind it Dubai, U.A.E., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Driven by imagination, innovation and mythical characters, the newly launched cocktail menu at Hendricks Bar at Four Seasons Resort Dubai takes guests back in time and brings them a whole new… Read the full press release

Port of Oakland Utility Achieves 66.9% Renewable Energy Sources

Full renewable Port Utility power sources exceed state average by 33% Oakland, Calif., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland Utility serving customers at the seaport and airport fulfills 66.9% of its power needs from carbon free energy sources, nearly double the state average. “Acquiring renewable power sources to meet our energy… Read the full press release

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort Reimagined with Nature and Wellness in Mind

Male, Maldives, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Offering a reimagined adult-only experience set amid crystalline lagoon waters, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort reopened on 1 December 2022 following nine months of extensive renovations. With revamped accommodations, including the introduction of stylish new Beach Pool Villas, a new Villa Host service for all guests, newly redesigned restaurants and a… Read the full press release

London City Airport experiences 318% increase in passenger volume in 2022

Passenger volumes up 318% on 2021 Amsterdam, Edinburgh and Zurich the top 3 routes 2022 also an award-winning year for LCY, including the title of Best UK Airport from the Telegraph and Conde Nast With major upgrades to the airport experience underway, LCY expects to welcome closer to 4 million passengers this year  London, UK,… Read the full press release

LATAM Airlines Group Forecasts Strong Recovery for January 2023

Santiago, Chile, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — LATAM group projects a passenger operation of 85% for January (measured in available seat kilometers – ASK) compared to the same period in 2019. The group expects to operate approximately 1,409 domestic and international daily flights during the month, connecting 144 destinations in 22 countries. In terms… Read the full press release

Valentine’s Day at the Zoo: Zoo Atlanta’s Wild at Heart Dinner and Animal Presentation

ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the only venue in the city where an elephant may stroll by as you toast your special someone. Reservations are now available for the Wild at Heart Valentine’s Day Dinner, set for February 14, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Zoo… Read the full press release

Las Vegas Celebrates Chinese New Year with Festive Décor and Authentic Experiences

LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Las Vegas will celebrate Chinese New Year—or Lunar New Year—in spectacular fashion. Resorts throughout the destination commemorate the Year of the Rabbit with festive décor, authentic experiences, and delectable culinary offerings. Lion and Dragon Dances Vibrant lion and dragon dances will take place throughout the destination,… Read the full press release

Korean Air Wishes Customers Prosperity with Bokjori Decorations for the Lunar New Year

Korean Air exhibits traditional good luck charms for the Lunar New Year Seoul, South Korea, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate the Lunar New Year, Korean Air will display Bokjori, a decoration of good fortune, at various company sites in Korea from January 16 to 27. Hanging Bokjori is a traditional Korean custom… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises Taps Industry Veteran Massimo Brancaleoni for New SVP Global Sales Role to Sustain Growth

The leading ultra-luxury cruise line has created a new role for Brancaleoni, who brings a wealth of strategic expertise and an international background. Monaco, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has enriched its global sales team to propel its continued growth, welcoming cruise industry veteran Massimo Brancaleoni as… Read the full press release

Hilton Accommodates Growing Popularity of Pickleball with 35,000 Courts Nationwide

MCLEAN, Va., 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — In 1965, three dads at a resort on Bainbridge Island, Washington, near Seattle, wanted to play badminton on its court but couldn’t find rackets or a shuttlecock. They did, however, find table tennis paddles and a perforated plastic ball and what followed was the creation of pickleball…. Read the full press release

AirAsia Super App Recognizes Gig Industry Workforce with Chinese New Year Gathering, Celebrates Success with Full-Time Employment Program

Completion rate reaches new high; more benefits in store KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The airasia Super App kicks off 2023 with a Chinese New Year gathering to appreciate its gig industry workforce, including both full-time and part-time airasia ride drivers and airasia food delivery riders. Over 500 Allstars attended this… Read the full press release

AirAsia Takes Home Bronze at 2022 Putra Brand Awards: Maintaining Decade-Long Run as Malaysia’s Preferred Travel Brand

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Kicking off the year on a right foot, AirAsia continues soaring high by taking home the Bronze award at the 2022 Putra Brand Awards in the Transportation, Travel and Tourism category, maintaining over a decade-long run as Malaysia’s preferred travel brand. Capital A’s Chief Brand Officer,… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport Expects Surge in Summer Bookings as ‘Blue Monday’ Approaches

Manchester, UK, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Manchester Airport is expecting to see a spike in bookings for the summer over the coming weeks, with travellers keen to cast off the post-Christmas blues and plan their next getaway. January is a particularly busy time for forward bookings from holidaymakers seeking summer sun and an… Read the full press release

New Secretary, Staff Announced for Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism, Aiming to Elevate State as Prime Vacation Destination

LITTLE ROCK, AR, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Mike Mills today (January 12, 2023) begins his tenure as secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. He replaces Stacy Hurst as secretary of the department. Mills is the founder and owner of the Buffalo Outdoor Center in Ponca and served as Arkansas’s… Read the full press release

New Specialty Menu Items Announced for Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins AFC Wild Card Game at Highmark Stadium

Offerings include turkey burger created in honor of Bills quarterback Josh Allen BUFFALO, NY, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Buffalo Bills and Delaware North, the team’s foodservice and retail partner at Highmark Stadium, today (01.12.2023) announced new specialty menu items for Sunday’s AFC Wild Card matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Among the new… Read the full press release

London City Airport Sees Record Growth with 3 Million Passengers in 2022, Plans for Further Improvements in 2023

Passenger volumes up 318% on 2021 Amsterdam, Edinburgh and Zurich the top 3 routes 2022 also an award-winning year for LCY, including the title of Best UK Airport from the Telegraph and Conde Nast With major upgrades to the airport experience underway, LCY expects to welcome closer to 4 million passengers this year London, UK,… Read the full press release

Kansas City Invites Community for First Look at New Terminal at Kansas City International Airport

BOOK YOUR FIRST LOOK: KANSAS CITIANS INVITED FOR SNEAK PEEK OF BRAND-NEW TERMINAL AT KANSAS CITY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Project Leaders Commemorate the New Terminal’s Upcoming Grand Opening with Community Open House; a Thank You to the Workforce Who Built it and the Community that Supported It Kansas City, MO, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release

London Gatwick Airport Sees Strong Recovery with 71% of Pre-Pandemic Passenger Numbers in 2022

London, UK, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Annual traffic results published by VINCI Airports show that London Gatwick Airport served 32.8 million passengers in 2022, which represents 71% of pre-pandemic (2019) numbers.  This follows the airport welcoming only 6.3 million passengers in 2021. Gatwick Airport’s strong recovery is further evidenced by its increased long-haul connectivity,… Read the full press release

SAS Concludes Lessors Negotiations and Expects to Achieve Targeted Cost Savings in Chapter 11 Process

Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS AB (“SAS” or the “Company”) announces that it has reached agreements with two additional lessors, representing 13 aircraft in the aggregate, to amend the terms of existing aircraft and equipment lease agreements. With these agreements, SAS concludes its lessor negotiations as part of the chapter 11… Read the full press release

Chicago O’Hare International Airport Unveils New Travel Plaza with Chicago’s First Taco John’s and Sustainable Fueling Options

New Plaza Features Chicago’s First Taco John’s Franchise, 7-Eleven, Fueling Station Offering Sustainable Fuels With 16 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Chicago, IL, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) was joined today (01/13/2023) by representatives from Petroleum Marketing Group (PMG) and other dignitaries to celebrate the completion of the Chicago… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Hosts FC Bayern Munich for Winter Training Camp: Airline’s State-of-the-Art Facilities and Ideal Weather Conditions Prepare German Champions for Upcoming Season

The German football giants travelled with Qatar Airways from Munich to Doha for their 6-day Qatar winter camp from 6-12 January DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FC Bayern Munich, welcomed back the European football giants to Doha for their 2023 Winter Training Camp. From 6-12… Read the full press release

Portland Trail Blazers Fans to See More of Alaska Airlines During Games and Outside of Basketball

SEATTLE, WA, 2023-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced an expanded partnership with the Portland Trail Blazers organization, which includes being named the official airline of the NBA team. Portland is a crucial part of Alaska’s future, operating as a key West Coast hub where they serve the most nonstop cities of any… Read the full press release

EasyJet, Flughafengesellschaft Berlin Brandenburg, and Brandenburg State Government Celebrate Opening of Maintenance Hangar at BER Airport

easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has opened a new purpose built 4 bay hangar facility at Berlin-Brandenburg airport today The airline’s European, Austrian-registered, fleet comprised of 135 aircraft will all be maintained at the first continental maintenance facility The hangar opening represents a 20 million Euro investment in the Berlin-Brandenburg region and is a clear commitment to the… Read the full press release