flydubai resumes twice-weekly service to Colombo

Sri Lanka welcomes back visitors with flydubai with a twice-weekly service Dubai, UAE, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has resumed flights to Colombo with a twice-weekly service. Flights to Colombo start from 17 February as the authorities in Sri Lanka ease travel restrictions for international travel. The carrier will operate… Read the full news article

dnata adopts IATA’s Dangerous Goods AutoCheck solution

Leading air services provider adopts IATA’s innovative ‘DG AutoCheck’ solution globally Dubai, UAE, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata has become the first global air services provider to adopt the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Dangerous Goods AutoCheck (DG AutoCheck) platform for the acceptance of dangerous goods shipments. IATA’s innovative solution will help dnata further enhance safety… Read the full news article

SITA launches new industry solution to help airlines, airports and passengers securely share health information during travel

The proven solution seamlessly integrates with multiple travel pass schemes (such as AOK, CommonPass, IATA, SimplyGo). Geneva, Switzerland, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA today (4 Feb, 2021) announces the launch of Health Protect – an industry solution, to help airlines, airports, governments, and passengers safely and securely share information on health tests or vaccinations… Read the full news article

Indianapolis International Airport recognized with Voice of the Customer honor

IND recognized for listening, responding to travelers during pandemic INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is among a select group of airports worldwide to be recently recognized with a Voice of the Customer honor, citing the Indy airport’s continued commitment and diligence in actively listening and responding to… Read the full news article

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort introduces Jungle Escape accommodation package

Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort has introduced a special offer for couples and families to escape the concrete jungle and work and learn remotely in Northern Thailand’s ancient jungle.  The Jungle Escape accommodation package offers preferential rates, and for guests staying a minimum of five nights it also… Read the full news article

World’s first passenger flight performed with sustainable synthetic kerosene

Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time worldwide, a passenger flight partly flown on sustainably produced synthetic kerosene, was carried out in The Netherlands. This was announced today (08 February 2021) during the international conference on Synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) in The Hague. Shell, producer of the sustainable kerosene… Read the full news article

Swissport wins cargo handling contract from the Lufthansa Group for London Heathrow Airport

Opfikon, Switzerland, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport in the UK has won a major cargo handling contract from the Lufthansa Group for London Heathrow Airport. With this win, the global leader in ground services and cargo handling now handles the German airline group’s cargo at all of its UK destinations. The Lufthansa Group… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines announces leadership changes

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Feb 4, 2021) announced the retirement of two veteran Officers and the promotion of several others within the carrier’s ranks across the Operational, Finance, and Commercial Departments. To view Officers’ biographies or download headshots, visit www.swamedia.com. Executive Vice President of Daily Operations… Read the full news article

Accor provides guests contactless journey in its facilities with the global roll-out of its digital key solution

Paris, France, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor today (04 February 2021) announces the global roll-out of its digital key solution, “Accor Key”, in line with the Group’s strategy to provide a contactless guest journey in its facilities. This exciting new step for Accor confirms its ambition to innovate and invest in high-quality technological… Read the full news article

Preferred Hotels & Resorts announces 18 new member hotels have joined its global portfolio

Global brand expands its portfolio of independent travel experiences ahead of anticipated increase in vacation planning NEWPORT BEACH, California, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts – the world’s largest independent hotel brand – is delighted to announce 18 new member hotels that joined its global portfolio from September 1, 2020 through January… Read the full news article

Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts expands technological services to offer innovative and hybrid events

Professional broadcasting studios at three locations enable Deutsche Hospitality’s luxury brand to offer innovative and hybrid events concepts Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts are embracing best practice in the sector. The company is expanding its technological services in order to allow innovative and hybrid events to… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces evolved brand identity

The company evolves its brand as it looks ahead Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — From the first InterContinental hotel to the iconic Holiday Inn, from Kimpton revolutionising boutique hotels to new brands paving a new way forward, IHG Hotels & Resorts has long pioneered world travel and the way people connect…. Read the full news article

IHG® announces InterContinental Rabat, situated in the heart of Morocco

IHG has signed agreement with Immohold Hospitality for InterContinental Rabat, kicking off  group’s ambitious expansion plans in the country Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has recently signed an agreement with Immohold Hospitality, to introduce the InterContinental Hotels and Resorts brand… Read the full news article

W Hotels announces the opening of Melbourne’s first luxury lifestyle hotel – W Melbourne – at 408 Flinders Lane

Set to Add a Playful, Bold Beat to Melbourne’s Buzzing Cultural, Fashion and Foodie Scene MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s time to press play. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, today (FEBRUARY 4, 2021) opened the doors to Melbourne’s first luxury lifestyle hotel – W Melbourne – at 408 Flinders Lane…. Read the full news article

Marriott Bonvoy to debut new hotels in highly sought-after leisure destinations throughout 2021

From Miami to Maui, Travelers Can Look Forward to Sunny Days Ahead with the Experiences They Love BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Following an unprecedented year for the travel industry, Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of brands is slated to debut a number of select service branded hotels in highly sought-after leisure destinations… Read the full news article

JW Marriott announces the opening of JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

Milestone Hotel to Redefine Luxury Hospitality in Tampa with Stunning Design and Exceptional Service with a Holistic Approach to Wellbeing TAMPA, FL, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott is pleased to announce that its 100th property, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street is now open, bringing a new level of luxury to the Tampa Bay area…. Read the full news article

Gerald R. Ford International Airport welcomes Kent County Commissioner Emily Brieve to its board of directors

Dan Koorndyk, Dr. Floyd Wilson Jr. and Birgit Klohs Elected to Leadership Roles Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority announced Kent County Commissioner Emily Brieve has joined its board of directors for a three year term. In her new role, Brieve will join six other… Read the full news article

Vietjet announces super promotion during the whole month of February

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Welcoming the 2021 Lunar New Year with safe flights, the new-age carrier Vietjet offers a super promotion during the whole month of February flying high quality throughout Vietnam with tickets priced from only 0 VND (*). Accordingly, from February 4, 2021 to February 28,… Read the full news article

Emirates further enhances smart contactless journey for passengers travelling from Dubai

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ self-check-in and bag drop kiosks at Dubai International (DXB), which made its debut in September last year, have now gone touchless further enhancing the smart contactless journey for passengers travelling from Dubai. The 32 self-service bag drop machines and 16 check-in kiosks can be controlled completely by personal… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Lanai named #1 Best Hotel in the USA

U.S. News & World Report announces luxury Hawaiian resort takes top spot in 2021 Best Hotels rankings Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Lanai has been named #1 Best Hotel in the USA by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice. The annual Best Hotels rankings evaluated more than 30,000 luxury properties across 400-plus… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla named Diego Angarita as General Manager

Company veteran returns to Anguilla bringing diverse hospitality experience to the role Anguilla, West Indies, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla, the award-winning oceanfront property consistently ranked by travellers and industry experts as one of the Caribbean’s finest, has named Diego Angarita as General Manager. The post will be a homecoming for… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong begins the New Year with new gourmet offerings

Chinese New Year takeaway menu, Miyazaki kumquat afternoon tea, Japanese bento boxes, and extended lunch offers with free flow options Hong Kong, China, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Life’s best moments can happen at any time of the day. To begin the New Year, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong invites guests to relish in… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore named as the #1 hotel in Maryland and Best Hotels in Baltimore

U.S. News & World Report recognises Four Seasons as 2021 Gold Hotel Baltimore, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The eleventh U.S. News & World Report “Best Hotels” award recognised Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore as the #1 hotel in the categories of Best Hotels in Maryland and Best Hotels in Baltimore in its annual evaluation… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC named as the #1 Hotel in Washington DC and Overall #6 Best Hotel in the USA

Washington, DC, U.S.A., 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a global authority in rankings, consumer advice and information, recognised Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC as the #1 Hotel in Washington DC and Overall #6 Best Hotel in the USA in its annual evaluation of hotels that offer high-quality amenities and exceptional experiences. “Our hotel being selected… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines calls on aspiring and avid writers for the Southwest: Storytellers On The Rise Writing Contest

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) continues to mark its 50th Anniversary year by coming together with Wattpad, the global multi-platform entertainment company for original stories and leading social storytelling platform, for the Southwest: Storytellers On The Rise Writing Contest, which celebrates what’s been at the Heart of the carrier’s values since… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines named to FORTUNE’s 2021 World’s Most Admired® Companies list

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Feb 1, 2021) was named to FORTUNE’s 2021 list of World’s Most Admired® Companies. Southwest Airlines® ranks No. 14, and has been featured on the list since 2009. The carrier is the only commercial airline to be listed among the top 15. “Never has… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA Club World Cup™

Qatar Airways is the Official Airline for the tournament for the second year running in Qatar Taking place from 4 –11 February 2021, FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2020™ will feature the world’s six continental club champions including Qatar Airways partner and European champions FC Bayern München      DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR… Read the full news article

Qatar Duty Free announces the launch of a new fragrance Tobacolor at the Dior boutique at Hamad International

The launch of Tobacolor was celebrated with a grand unveiling ceremony at the Dior boutique in Hamad International Airport DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Feb-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has announced the worldwide exclusive launch of Tobacolor at a grand unveiling ceremony at the Dior boutique at Hamad International Airport.  Tobacolor – an… Read the full news article

Emirates offers COVID-19 PCR tests at special discounted rates through TrustOne

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has partnered with GE Digital Aviation Software and TE FOOD to trial TrustOne, a mobile app that allows passengers to undergo COVID-19 PCR tests at special discounted rates. The app, created in partnership between GE Digital Aviation Software and TE Food, helps passengers adhere to the… Read the full news article

Avani+ Hua Hin Resort and Anantara Hua Hin Resort offer festive stay packages to welcome the Chinese New Year

Doha, Qatar, 2021-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Those arriving in Hua Hin by train are invariably surprised and delighted to find the railway station’s timeless charm and calming sea breeze. The same charming nostalgia is what makes the idyllic beach town such a popular destination for those seeking to escape, in space as well… Read the full news article