Flights from London Gatwick to Volos and Ancona take off easyJet is now operating the UKâs only scheduled direct route to Volos Italian and Greek destinations join easyJetâs network for the very first time LUTON, England, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR News/ â easyJet, Europeâs leading airline, has celebrated the launch of two new summer routes from… Read the full press release
Chengdu is Chinaâs fourth biggest city and hosts over 270 Fortune 500 companies This new route will play an important role connecting the UK to global markets, especially China, post-Brexit GATWICK, UK, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR News/ â Air China will start flying the UKâs only non-stop service between the UK and Chengdu – the… Read the full press release
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR News/ â AirBridgeCargo Airlines, one of the worldâs leading international cargo carriers, offers a new cargo destination for its European customers with the launch of bi-weekly frequencies to Budapest in the pursuit to accommodate growing volumes between Europe and Asia. The new service, deploying Boeing 747 freighters, adds to the… Read the full press release
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR News/ â Budapest Airport has completed its restoration, renovation and reconstruction of its flagship retail and F&B shopping centre, the SkyCourt, offering an enhanced shopping experience for departing passengers in time for the peak summer season. Seeing numerous retail unit openings and re-openings, as well as the refurbishment of the FoodCourt,… Read the full press release
Cologne, Germany, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR News/ â The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) welcomes the adoption by the Council of the European Union of updated aviation safety rules for Europe which include a new mandate for EASA. This new mandate consolidates EASAâs scope to cover the full spectrum of the aviation landscape and reinforces… Read the full press release
Barbados, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR News/ â The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments and other aviation stakeholders in the Caribbean region to work together to maximize the benefits of aviation connectivity. “Aviation is essential to supporting tourism in the Caribbean region, transporting approximately 50% of all tourists who travel here. It also provides… Read the full press release
Sir Michael Caine, Asim Chaudhry, Olivia Colman, Jourdan Dunn, Naomie Harris, Joanna Lumley and David Walliams come together in latest in-flight safety video Video lands important safety messages in a humorous and engaging way Video also promotes Flying Start the global charity partnership between British Airways and Comic Relief LONDON, UK, 2018-Jul-02 â /Travel PR… Read the full press release
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â A Highland hotel set on the edge of a sea loch with beautiful views of the Torridon mountains has achieved VisitScotlandâs most prestigious Quality Assurance (QA) accolade. The Torridon has achieved a 5 Star Gold award from the national tourism organisation. The beautiful property comprises 18 luxury… Read the full press release
BETHESDA, MD, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that it has purchased the 1,000-room Sheraton Grand Phoenix hotel for $255 million. Marriott has plans for a significant renovation covering the downtown Phoenix hotelâs guest rooms and public space to transform the property into a cutting-edge model for the Sheraton… Read the full press release
Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â InterContinentalÂźPhu Quoc Long Beach Resort has opened its doors, the latest addition to the InterContinentalÂź Hotels & Resorts brand in Vietnam, and the 1000th IHGÂź (InterContinental Hotels Group) property to open within the Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa (EMEAA) region. It is located on the pristine Phu Quoc… Read the full press release
Strengthens presence in India and expands footprint of the Holiday Inn brand family Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of worldâs leading hotel companies has signed a management agreement with Hotel Marina Agra for Holiday Inn Agra MG Road. The 150-room hotel is expected to be rebranded… Read the full press release
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with New Era IV LLC and Premier Property Management, opened the WoodSpring Suites San Antonio Stone Oak. Located at 2619 N. Loop 1604 E., the hotel represents the fourth WoodSpring Suites property to open… Read the full press release
Gras brings almost two decades of global hospitality experience to his new role Prague, Czech Republic, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â Four Seasons Hotel Prague announces the appointment of Stephane Gras as the new General Manager of the Hotel. Stephane has overseen the Hotelâs operations in his role as Hotel Manager for the past three years and is… Read the full press release
BANGKOK, Thailand, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and SkĂ„l International have announced a new organisational partnership, recognising the importance of promoting the responsible development of the travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy and SkĂ„l International CEO Daniela… Read the full press release
Customers can book travel to/from the airport with Lyft through the Southwest mobile app DALLAS, TX, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is partnering with rideshare company Lyft, the fastest growing rideshare company in the U.S., to let Customers catch a Lyft on the way to the airport! The enhancement will offer Southwest… Read the full press release
Premium lounge experience at first dedicated alliance lounge in Rome Star Alliance branded lounges network grows to seven ROME, Italy, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â Star Alliance customers travelling from Rome can look forward to a new premium lounge experience at Fiumicino Airport. The new Star Alliance Lounge will welcome eligible First and Business Class passengers and Star Alliance… Read the full press release
Lufthansa Group extends its Open API with booking functionality, strengthening its direct digital sales channel External programmers from startup ecosystem get direct access to the airlineâs online ticketing The new booking functionality is now available for the UK market COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-Jun-29 â /Travel PR News/ â The Lufthansa Group is expanding its Lufthansa Open… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Dream Cruises has successfully set a brand-new Guinness World Record on 23 June 2018, where a total of 269 yoga enthusiasts gathered aboard World Dream to perform the Mermaid Yoga Pose simultaneously; led by Ms. Stefanie Ngai, Asana World Champion 2013, the group had successfully remained in… Read the full press release
Qingdao, China, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Following on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit successfully held in Qingdao, Star Cruises continues to raise the profile of the city by celebrating the inaugural sailing of SuperStar Aquarius from her new Qingdao homeport yesterday. Guests from the Shandong peninsula and neighbouring cities will be able to… Read the full press release
MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Oman Air will commence its new flight from Muscat to the Moroccan city of Casablanca as of July 1, 2018. The national carrier of the sultanate of Oman is looking into further expanding its fleet and destination network as the airline continues to grow its operations out… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â With its offering of transit visas on arrival, flight updates via social media, efficient and innovative passenger processing systems and an upgraded, stronger Wi-Fi service to ensure great connectivity, Enriching Tourist Experience is at the heart of all initiatives at Abu Dhabi International Airport… Read the full press release
New entry and exit stamps will be used for the remainder of the year Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â In partnership with The Department of Immigration , Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has rolled out new immigration stamps commemorating the Year of Zayed. All travelers requiring an entry or… Read the full press release
SINGAPORE, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Oakwood Worldwide, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments (âMapletreeâ), today announced its plans to expand into Indochina as part of its regional  growth strategy. Oakwood has three properties set to open in Cambodia and Vietnam in the coming year. âWe have been steadily growing our stronghold in China and Japan and… Read the full press release
ROCKVILLE, Md. 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed an agreement with Bob Patel, CEO of Hawkeye Hotels, to develop the Cambria Hotel Downtown Minneapolis. The hotel, slated to open in 2020, marks the continued expansion of the upscale brand in urban, corporate-rich markets across the United States. The… Read the full press release
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with Brookwood Hotels and Nationwide Hotel Management Company, announced the opening of the WoodSpring Suites Deerfield Beach hotel in Florida. Located at 1400 SW 11th Way, the hotel represents the 29th WoodSpring property to open… Read the full press release
Veteran hotelier and philanthropist joins the prestigious opening team Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Rosemarie Wee as the Director of Community Relations of the all-new ultra-luxurious hotel set to debut in July 2018. As a veteran in the hospitality industry, Wee brings a wealth of experience,… Read the full press release
New hotel boasts sleek modern amenities, access to Milwaukee sports and entertainment MILWAUKEE, Wis., 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â Janko Hospitality, a Chicago-based operator of Midwestern hotels, opened a new Hyatt Place hotel today at The Brewery in Milwaukee. Hyatt Place Milwaukee/Downtown, a 150-room, six-story hotel, is located in the heart of this rapidly redeveloping… Read the full press release
MIRAMAR, Fla., 2018-Jun-28 â /Travel PR News/ â The lush beauty and diverse cultures of Latin America await as Spirit Airlines continues its international expansion, this time from Houston! Beginning September 6, 2018, Spirit will start service from Houstonâs George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to San Salvador, El Salvador* with year-round service running three times weekly to Monseñor Ăscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAL). The… Read the full press release
MAXX by Steigenberger is the latest brand to be introduced under the Deutsche Hospitality umbrella. Only three months after being launched, it has now become the proud winner of a 2018 German Brand Award. Deutsche Hospitality received its prize in the category of âIndustry Excellence in Branding â Tourismâ, which recognises the best product and… Read the full press release
Toronto, Canada, 2018-Jun-25 â /Travel PR News/ â Park’N Fly is proud to announce that it has entered into a Corporate Partnership with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) naming ParkâN Fly as the national airport parking partner of choice. Operating in 7 cities across Canada, ParkâN Fly allows agents to offer choice and… Read the full press release