Santiago, Chile, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — LATAM Airlines Group to unify its brands under one name: “LATAM” Dear Shareholders: It is a pleasure to communicate with you today to share that after three years of intense work following the association of LAN Airlines and TAM Airlines, during which we made great strides in achieving… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Concessions Department will host – Midway Airport Industry Day on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 2 p.m. at the UIC Forum at 725 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Chicago. Interested businesses and entrepreneurs who will find the most value in attending the event include but… Read the full press release
MOSCOW, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance, has now become a general sponsor of the Russian Aerobatic Gliding Team. The glider going by the name of Swift S-1, which the Russian team is to fly during the competition event, has been painted in the S7… Read the full press release
JERSEY, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The leading accreditation scheme for artisan and speciality food producers in the British Isles has awarded an unprecedented number of awards to local producers – including awarding two gold stars for a locally made cider and oak smoked butter. The world’s most coveted blind-tasted awards, Great Taste, has… Read the full press release
WITH 17 EMMY® NOMINATIONS JUST ANNOUNCED FOR MASTERPIECE, NEW SPONSORSHIP DEAL EXTENDS THROUGH FINAL SEASON OF “DOWNTON ABBEY” Los Angeles, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking River Cruises® (www.vikingrivercruises.com) announced today it has renewed its national corporate sponsorship of PBS’ celebrated series MASTERPIECE for another year. The announcement comes on the heels of MASTERPIECE earning 17… Read the full press release
Rapid growth in short trips – Strong above-average rises in Asia and North America trips – Europe loses market share – ITB Berlin and IPK International analyse the travel flows of Chinese tourists BERLIN, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chinese love of travelling is tremendous. After two decades of rapid and mostly double-digit… Read the full press release
Geneva, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing a slowdown in growth for air cargo demand in June. Air freight volumes measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTK) rose just 1.2% compared to a year ago. This is consistent with falling trade activity and… Read the full press release
Award-winning airline celebrates successful start of flights to Multan, Sialkot and Faisalabad Qatar Airways commemorates Pakistan expansion with Community Initiative MULTAN, Pakistan, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways hosted a signature event at the Ramada Hotel Multan, to celebrate its rapid expansion in Pakistan, with new flights launched to Multan, Sialkot and Faisalabad on… Read the full press release
“When East Meets West” concept showcases fragrances from five different perfume houses in an exclusive and interactive environment DOHA, Qatar, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF), in conjunction with L’Oréal Luxe, has created an exclusive pop-up experience for passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport (HIA) this summer. Lancôme, Giorgio Armani, Yves Saint… Read the full press release
MOSCOW, 2015-8-5 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global alliance, is announcing the partnership between the S7 Priority Programme and Moscow Pass and Piter Pass, which are the first to offer a tourist card in Moscow and Saint Petersburg. From now on members of the S7 Priority frequent flyer programme will be… Read the full press release
Santa Cruz, CA, 2015-8-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The 21st Annual Central Coast Hair Design & Beauty Expo returns to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s historic Cocoanut Grove on October 4, 2015. Some of the most influential stylists and platform artists in the business will demonstrate new techniques and offer fresh ideas to inspire stylists and… Read the full press release
Grants totaling $23 million fund infrastructure renewal DALLAS, 2015-8-5 — /Travel PR News/ — DFW Airport today announced it has been awarded $23 million in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants for runway rehabilitation projects. Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (Texas-30th District) and representatives from the FAA were on hand to officially present the grant to Airport leaders…. Read the full press release
Highlights include Norwegian Star sailing to Asia, India, Australia and New Zealand; new 3-, 4-, 6- and 7-night itineraries aboard Norwegian Epic from Port Canaveral; and new South American itineraries featuring Brazil aboard Norwegian Sun Wiesbaden, 2015-8-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Cruise Line today announced exciting and exotic new itineraries for the brand’s… Read the full press release
SINGAPORE, 2015-8-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines is launching an information technology competition targeted at tertiary students keen to make a difference in the aviation industry. The ‘SIA App Challenge’ is based on the theme of ‘Your Travel, Your Way’. Participants will be provided real-world business challenges to stretch their creativity, aimed at… Read the full press release
Langley, UK, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform, announces that the global travel agency, TravelStore, has returned as its customer after six years and has signed a new, multi-year agreement for its business in Portugal, Spain, Angola and Mozambique. TravelStore has recognized the significant investment Travelport has made in… Read the full press release
Langley, UK, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a leading Travel Commerce Platform has today announced a new agreement with UNISTER Travel, the leading provider of online travel services in Germany. UNISTER Travel operates a number of high-profile online travel portals in Germany, with brands such as Ab-In-Den-Urlaub.de, Ab-In-Den-Urlaub-Deals.de, Fluege.de and Reisen.de which together attract… Read the full press release
Marriott Rewards Members Will Have Access to Unique NBA Experiences in 12 Cities Around the World, Starting this Week in Johannesburg, South Africa Bethesda, Md., 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. and the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today a partnership that makes the global lodging company the Official Hotel of several marquee… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — A new scheme to improve the skills levels of private pilots has been launched today by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The initiative aims to encourage GA associations and organisations to provide ‘life-long’ learning programmes for their members and other pilots to help improve safety The Pilot… Read the full press release
The World’s First Airport Duty Free Sephora Store Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Duty Free, in partnership with DFS and Sephora, is set to open the world’s first Sephora pop up stores in an airport at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The stores, which will be open at Terminal… Read the full press release
Expanded Security Checks at Airports starting in the Fall 2015 VIENNA, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Security is a top priority in air traffic: On September 1, 2015, expanded security regulations come into effect with respect to checking for explosives at European and thus also Austrian airports. Passengers, hand luggage and electronic devices have… Read the full press release
Celebrate Virginia’s craft brewery industry at more than 100 breweries RICHMOND, VA, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — With more than 100 breweries in place and more opening every year, Virginia has become a magnet for the craft beer industry. Local love is on tap and August has been named Virginia Craft Beer Month. The world… Read the full press release
Moscow, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot’s budget airline Pobeda has been recognized as one of the top 10 airlines in a global rating published by kyscanner, a leading airfare search engine. According to Skyscanner, Pobeda was ranked in fourth place among airlines worldwide, above leading budget airlines like Ryanair, Air Asia and Wizz Air. The rating of top airlines was compiled based upon reviews and voting from Skyscanner… Read the full press release
Cedar Rapids, IA, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Convenience and options are at the core of what passengers want while waiting to board their planes. The Eastern Iowa Airport is responding by adding the Jet Box to the B concourse for their newest boarding gate. The Jet Box is a convenience style store that will offer… Read the full press release
MACAU, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) puts on a road show titled ‘Fun Summer in Macau – Tourism Carnival’ in Taiwan from today (31 July) to 6 August. Through creative activities and partnering with locally-famous online illustrator, the event aims to promote Macau’s diverse elements of tourism and encourage… Read the full press release
MACAU, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) will soft launch the “Step Out, Experience Macau’s Communities” Bus Highlight Tour through a local travel agency tomorrow (1 August) for a test run of 14 days, followed by an official launch on 15 August. Running on circular routes which connect points across… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA; www.adventuretravel.biz) has announced the program for AdventureWeek Rebound Nepal, a specialized familiarization (FAM) trip that highlights the fact that Nepal is ready to welcome travelers again after the April 2015 earthquake and showcases the adventure opportunities along the Great Himalaya Trails. The trip… Read the full press release
ABU DHABI, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has appointed the Cheil Network to handle its global digital and social marketing activities, following a competitive pitch process held last month. Cheil is now responsible for delivering Etihad Airways’ strategy and creative in all digital and… Read the full press release
ABU DHABI, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways’ employees have raised almost AED 270,000 (7.5 million Nepalese Rupees) through a company-wide campaign to help earthquake survivors re-build their lives and communities in Nepal. The airline’s employees volunteered and ran a ‘bake and aid’ sale, organised a sport tournament, a raffle competition, and other events… Read the full press release
Aberdeen, Scotland, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four lucky groups have been awarded cash donations as part of the second round of Aberdeen International Airport’s Community Fund. The donations, ranging from £500 to £1750, were awarded to the locally based groups which included an amateur football club, an established youth project, a community centre and… Read the full press release
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata announced today it has reached an agreement with Aviapartner to acquire its cargo handling operations at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. As well as full cargo handling operations, this facility includes several specialist product lines including the Schiphol Animal Centre and Temperature Control Centre, as well as its… Read the full press release