Jet Airways announces special fares to celebrate India’s 68th Republic Day

Special fares for domestic and international travel starting INR 999 for select domestic sectors Sale valid from Jan 25, 2017 to Jan 27, 2017 for international bookings and until Jan 29, 2017 for domestic bookings Mumbai, 2017-Jan-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s full-service, premiere international airline today (Jan 27, 2017) announced special… Read the full press release

Oman Air inaugurate new Grooming Centre at its Headquarter building

Oman Air Opens New Grooming Centre MUSCAT, Oman, 2017-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air unveiled a new state-of-the-art Grooming Centre at its Headquarter building on the 24th of January, 2017. The new facility was inaugurated by Her Excellency Maitha Bint Saif Bin Majid Al Mahrouqi, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Tourism and Deputy… Read the full press release

Cornell University wins Park Inn® by Radisson’s ‘INNovation Room’ competition

BRUSSELS, Belgium,, 2017-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Students from Cornell University, one of the world’s leading hospitality management schools, have been crowned the winners of a global competition from Park Inn® by Radisson that aims to drive innovation and enhance guest experience. The team consisting of four students topped eight other entries in the ‘INNovation… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group welcomes The Pearl of Africa Hotel Kampala, Uganda to its luxury Quorvus Collection

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies in the world and a member of Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, is very pleased to announce the addition of a new member to its luxury Quorvus Collection: The Pearl of Africa Hotel Kampala, Uganda. The 296-room property… Read the full press release

VisitScotland and VisitFlanders to share best practices

EDINBURGH, 2017-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitScotland has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to share best practice with one of its European counterparts. Fiona Hyslop, Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Tourism and External Affairs, yesterday witnessed the signing of the renewed agreement by Malcolm Roughead, Chief Executive of the national tourism organisation, and… Read the full press release

Bombardier Transportation announces LNVG fleet successfully completed 100-million kilometres of service since 2003

Bombardier’s vehicles form the backbone of regional public transport in Lower Saxony, Germany   Bombardier’s vehicles form the backbone of regional public transport  in Lower Saxony, Germany Since start of operation in 2003, the fleet has moved approximately 340 million passengers with an availability rate of over 99 percent BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Jan-26 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels opens the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Riyadh — the Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya

CHICAGO, 2017-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya, the first Hyatt Regency hotel to open in Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Developed by Mohammed A. Al-Swailem Co. for Commercial Investment, Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya is the third Hyatt-branded hotel to… Read the full press release

IATA’s Cargo-XML messaging standard integrated into UNCTAD automated customs management system

Geneva, Switzerland, 2017-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) announced that IATA’s Cargo-XML messaging standard has now been fully integrated into ASYCUDA World, the UNCTAD automated customs management system used by 90 countries worldwide for their customs procedures. The integration of… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines starts nonstop service from Hartford to Myrtle Beach, Orlando and Fort Lauderdale from April 27, 2017

MIRAMAR, Fla., 2017-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — What happens when you combine a revolutionary state with a revolutionary airline? You get the ultimate combo: Hartford’s Bradley International Airport (BDL) and Spirit Airlines, together at last! Beginning April 27, 2017, Spirit Airlines will begin nonstop service between BDL and the Orlando International Airport (MCO) and… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines appoints Edward M. (Ted) Christie as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Takes on Commercial-Focused Functions In Addition to CFO Responsibilities MIRAMAR, Fla., 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ:SAVE) announced today that Edward M. (Ted) Christie has been appointed to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.  The move is effective immediately. In this expanded role, Christie will continue running the finance… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels International further expands with newly developed properties in top markets around the world

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s leading lodging companies, is expanding with newly developed properties in top markets around the world. The strong RevPAR performance of the company’s brands, coupled with the expansion of programs and services designed to increase franchisee return-on-investment, have helped… Read the full press release

Four Seasons announces the appointment of Byron Chong as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin

Tianjin, China, 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has appointed Byron Chong to lead the opening team of Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin, now welcoming its first guests.  A twenty-year veteran of the company, Chong brings a wealth of experience to his first General Manager appointment, having previously worked at company’s… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara announces the public opening of Seasons Restaurant and Driftwood Spa

San Diego, Aviara, 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, the luxury North County resort set in a lush, idyllic setting along the coastline announces the public opening of Seasons Restaurant and Driftwood Spa. The San Diego community gains new dining and spa destinations as locals are now welcome to experience the… Read the full press release

Oman Air daily Muscat to London flights moved to Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport

Muscat, Oman, 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air is delighted to announce that both of its daily Muscat to London flights will arrive at and depart from Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport from January 31, 2017. Currently the twice daily Oman Air flights operate from Terminals 3 and 4; the presence at just… Read the full press release

Oman Air’s three A330-300 aircraft First Class cabins have been renovated

Muscat, Oman, 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of Oman Air’s journey to become the best, the airline’s three A330-300 aircraft First Class cabins have been renovated. The newly refurbished First Class cabin underlines Oman Air’s commitments to ongoing investment in the comfort of guests on-board. Executive Vice President Products and Brand Development Eng…. Read the full press release

Doncaster Sheffield Airport reports for record 1.2 million passengers in 2016

Doncaster, England, 2017-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Doncaster Sheffield Airport has reported its best year ever, after checking in a record 1.2 million passengers in 2016. The airport, which launched 15 new routes in 2016 to destinations including Paris, Dublin, Jersey, Sofia and Cluj, beat its previous busiest year (2007) by 11%. Passenger numbers… Read the full press release

Images of some of today’s biggest recording artists as a unique welcome to the entertainment capital of the world at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles, California, 2017-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Looking for stars at LAX? You can find their images on curbside columns in the Central Terminal Area (CTA) of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). In a special partnership with The Recording Academy and its annual GRAMMY Awards, multiple high-visibility columns have been wrapped with this… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean the only cruise line in the world with onboard PADI Five Star Dive Centers

Only Cruise Line with a Full Range of PADI Scuba Diving Education Programs and Onboard PADI Five-Star Dive Centers MIAMI, FL, 2017-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International is now the only cruise line in the world with onboard PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®) Five Star Dive Centers, which allows guests to become… Read the full press release

British Airways makes number of changes on its flights to and from China and Hong Kong

LONDON, 2017-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has made a number of changes to the service customers will receive on flights to and from China and Hong Kong to make travellers feel more at home on board. New dark blue slippers will be introduced in Club World and World Traveller Plus ahead of Chinese… Read the full press release

Explore the world’s most luxurious private jets via 360 degree interactive panoramic photography at qatarexec.com.qa

Exclusive travel experience begins online with new interactive website Global travellers can access VIP enquiry services and flight availability at their convenience DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The ultimate travel experience begins with a visit to Qatar Executive’s newly designed website www.qatarexec.com.qa where clients can explore the world’s most luxurious private jets via… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels International to develop a new Cambria hotel & suites in Sonoma County, Calif.

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jan-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announced it has signed an agreement with franchise partner Stratus Development Partners, LLC, to develop a new Cambria hotel & suites in Sonoma County, Calif. The four-story, 132-room Cambria property will be located at 5870… Read the full press release

Enterprise Holdings Inc. recognized by several prestigious industry organizations in 2016

ST. LOUIS, 2017-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings Inc. – which owns the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands – was recognized by several prestigious industry organizations in 2016 as a travel industry partner of choice among leisure travelers, road warriors and travel buyers. Enterprise Holdings’ integrated global network… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines and French crystal maker Lalique to launch selected inflight items

Singapore/Paris, 2017-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ —  Singapore Airlines (SIA) and French crystalmaker Lalique have agreed to enter into a strategic partnership, in the course of which Singapore Airlines will exclusively carry selected inflight items co-branded with Lalique in its Suites and First Class cabins. The partnership is set to start with the launch of… Read the full press release

HMSHost and restaurateur April Spears bring Super Duper Burgers to San Francisco International Airport

SAN FRANCISCO, 2017-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost, in partnership with San Francisco restaurateur, April Spears, brings beloved Super Duper Burgers to San Francisco International Airport as part of a new six-year contract valued at $33 million. This will be the first airport location for the San Francisco-based burger joint. Super Duper Burgers… Read the full press release

VisitBritain: Record-breaking 12.2 million visits to English regions outside London in 9M2016

LONDON, 2017-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — International tourists are travelling across English regions in record numbers, and they are spending more too. Official statistics released today show that in the first nine months of 2016 there were a record-breaking 12.2 million visits to English regions outside London, up 4% compared to the same period in… Read the full press release

New Chairs for the VisitBritain/VisitEngland Board and the VisitEngland Advisory Board appointed

LONDON, 2017-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, The Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, has appointed the new Chairs for the BTA (VisitBritain/VisitEngland) Board and the VisitEngland Advisory Board – Steve Ridgway CBE will succeed Christopher Rodrigues CBE as BTA Chairman and Denis Wormwell will succeed Penelope,… Read the full press release

The Wyndham Worldwide CSR Report 2015-2016: 22% reduction in carbon emissions and 18% reduction in water consumption

Hospitality leader highlights key achievements in Corporate Social Responsibility contributing to business success Parsippany, N.J., 2017-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) 2015-2016 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report reflects the Company’s holistic integration of CSR into its business and how CSR continues to be an important driver of its success. One… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group opens the new-construction 343-room Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach owned by Florida philanthropist Dr. Kiran Patel

Luxuriously appointed 343-room resort on America’s best beach is latest gem in hotel giant’s surging global footprint; More than 22,000 square feet of meeting space includes the area’s largest ballroom PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2017-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the hotel giant with an unmatched global presence of nearly 8,000 hotels, is making waves… Read the full press release

Hyatt signs with La Rosière Gestion SARL for the first Hyatt Centric hotel in France

Hyatt Centric La Rosière marks continued international brand growth CHICAGO, 2017-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels & Resorts today announced plans for Hyatt Centric La Rosière, the first Hyatt Centric hotel in France and Hyatt’s first ski resort in the region. Hyatt has entered into a franchise agreement with La Rosière Gestion SARL to be… Read the full press release

IHG welcomes Mike Robinson as General Manager of Kimpton De Witt in Amsterdam, set to open in Spring 2017

Kimpton De Witt set to open Amsterdam in Spring 2017 Denham, United Kingdom, 2017-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, welcomes Mike Robinson as General Manager of the upcoming Kimpton De Witt, set to open in Spring 2017 as the first Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant… Read the full press release