Category Archives: Travel

The Chicago Department of Aviation celebrates “Earth Week” with the installation of garden exhibits at O’Hare International Airport

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CHICAGO, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), in collaboration with the Flower Show Productions, Inc., is celebrating “Earth Week” with the installation of garden exhibits at O’Hare International Airport. The exhibits add beauty and color to the airport terminals while helping to promote several Chicagoland nonprofit organizations that are working… Read the full press release

Finavia currently tests ticket inspection machines that will make customer service faster, both in security control and at the gate

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Helsinki, Finland, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia has purchased ticket inspection machines, and the machines are currently being tested at the airport. The new technology will make customer service faster, both in security control and at the gate. – The new machines are included in Finavia’s digitisation and service development plan, the aim of… Read the full press release

Moscow Domodedovo Airport: Ukraine International became one of the airport`s most punctual foreign carriers in March 2015

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KIEV, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ukraine International became one of the Moscow Domodedovo International Airport`s most punctual foreign carriers in march and Q1 2015. Moscow Domodedovo Airport summed up the results of the punctuality contest conducted on a monthly basis in eight classes – depending on flight frequency and maximum take-off weight of the… Read the full press release

The U. S. Travel Association announces the appointment of Jena Baker McNeill as the new senior director of government relations

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New Senior Director of Government Relations Committed to Advancing Federal Policies that Strengthen and Promote Travel in America WASHINGTON, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The U. S. Travel Association on Monday announced that Jena Baker McNeill is the association’s new senior director of government relations. McNeill will bolster the team’s efforts to promote policies that increase… Read the full press release

Wines from KLM World Business Class can now be ordered and delivered to your door through the website SpecialBite

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From today, 20 April 2015, wines that have been especially selected for KLM World Business Class can be ordered and delivered to your door through the website SpecialBite. These wines are carefully picked by connoisseurs for KLM, so that we can offer our passengers the loveliest of choices. KLM has regularly won international prizes for… Read the full press release

Kurumba Maldives updates its activities schedule with exciting new daily fitness programs

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MALDIVES, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Kurumba Maldives invites guests to enjoy a healthy escape whilst holidaying at Kurumba; be motivated and inspired to focus on fitness, as well enjoying the freedom and time away from their normal hectic life, in a paradise setting. With this in mind, Kurumba Maldives has recently updated their… Read the full press release

Charleston International Airport: United Airlines moves from Concourse A to gates B8 and B10 in Concourse B

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North Charleston, S.C., 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines is moving from its long-time home on Concourse A to make way for renovations that are part of the $189 million Terminal Redevelopment and Improvement Program (TRIP). United will open at gates B8 and B10 on Tuesday morning (April 21, 2015). When exiting the… Read the full press release

The 100-foot-tall LAX Gateway pylons to be lit in various shades of green in support of Earth Day 2015 on April 22

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Los Angeles, California, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The 100-foot-tall LAX Gateway pylons to be lit in various shades of green in support of Earth Day 2015 on April 22 WHAT: The 100-foot-tall LAX Gateway pylons that illuminate the main entrance to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will be lit in various shades of green… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways honored with 2015 Crystal Cabin Award in the ‘Premium Class & VIP’ category for its innovative Airbus A380 upper deck cabin designs and products

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways has scooped the coveted 2015 Crystal Cabin Award in the ‘Premium Class & VIP’ category, for its innovative Airbus A380 upper deck cabin designs and products. The ceremony was held in Hamburg, Germany, as part of the annual Aircraft Interiors Expo. The Crystal Cabin Award is… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways raised almost half a million dirhams for charity during its third annual ‘Run for a Cause’ event on the Abu Dhabi Corniche

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-4-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways held its third annual ‘Run for a Cause’ event on the Abu Dhabi Corniche on Friday, 17 April 2015, raising almost half a million dirhams for charity. The event was attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Nasser Al Nahyan who awarded medals and prizes to the race… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo supports Philippine global export growth having nearly 150,000 tons of cargo exports from Manila to various destinations

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Emirates SkyCargo carried 500,000 kg of fresh tuna to Europe, Middle East in 2014 DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo continues to witness increased demand for freight capacity from the Philippines, having exported 500,000 kg of tuna to Europe and the Middle East in 2014. The freight division of Emirates transported the… Read the full press release

Oman Air signed Joint Venture agreement with Luxembourg-based Cargolux Airlines International SA

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Muscat, Oman, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air has signed a Joint Venture agreement with Luxembourg-based Cargolux Airlines International SA, Europe’s leading freight carrier and one of the top ten freight carriers in the world. The Joint Venture will create new opportunities for both companies in markets around the world. The agreement was signed… Read the full press release

Be among the first worldwide to drive Aston Martin’s newest models from April 25 to May 2 at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

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Hotel guests are invited to cruise the city in three of Aston Martin’s newest models from April 25 to May 2 Chicago, 2015-4-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is offering guests another one-of-a-kind luxury experience this spring. Those staying at the Hotel from April 25 to May 2, 2015 will have the… Read the full press release

China Airlines relocates its regional base to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC)

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Dubai, UAE, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, will relocate its regional base to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) with effect from today. The first flight, which arrived at 10am from Taipei, was welcomed by a traditional water salute by executives from the airline and Dubai Airports. The Taiwanese… Read the full press release

Embraer Defense & Security presents at Adriatic Sea Defense & Aerospace 2015, April 22-24 at Spaladium Arena, in Split, Croatia

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São José dos Campos, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Defense & Security will attend the ASDA – Adriatic Sea Defense & Aerospace 2015, which takes place April 22-24 at the Spaladium Arena, in Split, Croatia. The Company will be located at Booth 1725 and will promote a broad range of integrated solutions that combine… Read the full press release

Embraer Defense & Security to present at the FAM-Feria Aeroespacial Mexico 2015, April 22-25 at Base Aérea Militar N° 1, in Santa Lucía, Mexico

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São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Defense & Security will attend the FAM-Feria Aeroespacial Mexico 2015, which takes place April 22-25 at Base Aérea Militar N° 1, in Santa Lucía, Mexico. The Company will be located at Booth E-I08 (Pavilion E) and will promote a broad range of integrated solutions… Read the full press release

Embraer Executive Jets to showcase the Phenom 100E and Phenom 300 light jets at Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In & Expo, April 21-26, Lakeland, FL

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São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Executive Jets will showcase the entry-level Phenom 100E and Phenom 300 light jet, on static display, at Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In & Expo, from April 21-26, in Lakeland, Fla. “Launched in 2005, the Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 are fulfilling their mission… Read the full press release

Hong Kong International Airport sets new monthly record of 34,310 flight movements in March, growing by 5.7% compared to the same month last year

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HONG KONG, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) set a new monthly record of 34,310 flight movements in March, growing by 5.7% compared to the same month last year. Monthly passengers also climbed significantly by 11.4% year-on-year to 5.74 million, while cargo volume recorded a drop of 8.2% to 364,000… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport: Air New Zealand to operate to five flights per week between Auckland and Houston, commencing in mid-December

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Air New Zealand has announced today that it will begin flying direct to Houston, Texas from December this year. AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The new Air New Zealand service will see a Boeing 777-200ER aircraft operate up to five flights per week between Auckland and Houston, commencing in mid-December. Norris… Read the full press release

Liverpool John Lennon Airport: Thomson and First Choice to operate route to Palma, Majorca from Liverpool for summer 2016

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LIVERPOOL, UK, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Thomson and First Choice are pleased to announce that in summer 2016 they will introduce a brand new Thomson Airways route to Palma, Majorca from Liverpool John Lennon Airport offering Thomson Cruises holidays to customers from the North West. The move to introduce the route is part… Read the full press release

Emirates announces historic $9.2 billion deal with Rolls-Royce for Trent 900 engines and a long-term TotalCare package

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Largest ever deal for Rolls-Royce – Trent 900 Engines and TotalCare package One of the largest ever export orders for a UK based company Deal marks Emirates’ ongoing investment in UK and Europe Significant investment in high value manufacturing and supply chain jobs throughout the UK and Europe London, UK, 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates,… Read the full press release

Emirates increases its capacity to London Gatwick Airport with the introduction of second daily A380 service

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has launched a second daily A380 service to London Gatwick Airport. Due to passenger demand, Emirates has taken the decision to immediately upgrade its EK15/16 route that was previously operated by a Boeing 777. The A380 will add a… Read the full press release

Viking Ocean Cruises® announces that its first ship Viking Star has embarked on her maiden voyage from Istanbul to Venice

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FIRST SHIP FOR VIKING OCEAN CRUISES LAUNCHES NEW ERA IN DESTINATION-FOCUSED TRAVEL Los Angeles, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking Ocean Cruises® (www.vikingoceancruises.com) today announced its first ship, Viking Star, has embarked on her maiden voyage from Istanbul to Venice, thus launching the travel industry’s first entirely new cruise line in a decade. From Venice, Viking… Read the full press release

First Radisson Red in EMEA: The Radisson Red Hotel V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, South Africa will open in late 2016

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Hotel at Africa’s most visited destination is the first Radisson Red in EMEA Brussels, Belgium, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, announces the very first Radisson Red in Europe, the Middle East and Africa: the group’s new upscale lifestyle select brand launches in Cape Town, South… Read the full press release

City of Bath in UK now with real time car parking information through its official app

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BATH, UK, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Bath Tourism Plus, the destination marketing organisation for the city of Bath and surrounding area, and the Bath Business Improvement District (Bath BID), continue to embrace mobile technology with a significant update to the Official Bath App. The updated app now includes live car parking spaces for… Read the full press release

The Calgary Airport Authority welcomes Taylor & Colt at Calgary International Airport (YYC)

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CALGARY, 2015-4-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority is pleased to welcome Taylor & Colt, an upscale men’s barber shop, to its 135 shops and services at Calgary International Airport (YYC). Taylor & Colt, which celebrated its grand opening today, offers a premium and convenient service offering that will be a welcome… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International debuts its newest ship Anthem of the Seas

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Cruise Line’s New High Tech Ship Sets a New Standard for Cruise Vacations and At Sea Experiences MIAMI, 2015-4-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, Anthem of the Seas, sailed into Southampton Cruise Port today with a lineup of unexpected experiences at sea bringing thrilling adventures to guests of all ages. From… Read the full press release

World’s most advanced cruise ship Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas homeports in Sydney for winter 2016-17

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World’s most advanced cruise ship to sail adventures Down Under after inaugural China Season MIAMI, 2015-4-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International, the world’s largest cruise brand, announced today that Australia will welcome its very own brand new cruise ship for the first time when Ovation of the Seas homeports in Sydney for winter… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Macerich announce the opening of 18-story, 300-room Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center in Northern Virginia

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Opening Marks the First Full-Service Hotel to Open in Tysons Corner in More than 20 Years CHICAGO, 2015-4-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Macerich (NYSE: MAC) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center, the first new-build, full-service hotel in Tysons Corner to open in more than 20 years…. Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport celebrates the opening of new truck parking lot at CargoCity South

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More than 70 New Truck Parking Spaces at CargoCity South – Significant Improvement for Forwarding Companies and Staff – Range of Amenities Includes Sanitary and Shower Facilities FRANKFURT, 2015-4-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt Airport (FRA) celebrated the opening of a new truck parking lot at CargoCity South on March 13, after one year of… Read the full press release