Category Archives: Travel

CEVA Logistics to nearly double the size of its existing facility at Auckland Airport’s business district

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CEVA Logistics has announced plans to nearly double the size of its existing facility at Auckland Airport’s business district. AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The global freight management company is expanding its warehouse from 7,700m² to 14,600m² only two years after relocating to purpose built premises at Auckland Airport’s business district…. Read the full press release

Edinburgh Castle named the UK’s Best Heritage Attraction for a record fourth year running at the 2014 British Travel Awards

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Edinburgh Castle has been named the UK’s Best Heritage Attraction for a record fourth year running at the 2014 British Travel Awards (BTAs). This year’s prestigious BTAs – the largest consumer voted awards in the UK – saw the castle, Scotland’s number one paid for visitor attraction, once… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines awarded its fifth IOSA Certificate

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld global alliance, once again proved to be in compliance with the international operational safety standards and was awarded the fifth IOSA Certificate. IOSA¹ is an international flight safety standard, which became a mandatory requirement of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) membership… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Rosa Khutor named “Russia’s Best Ski Hotel 2014” at the World Ski Awards in Kitzbühel, Austria

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Sochi, Russia, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Rosa Khutor (Sochi, Russia) has been named “Russia’s Best Ski Hotel 2014” at the World Ski Awards in Kitzbühel, Austria. The award was received by Fikret Yuksel, General Manager of Radisson Hotel Rosa Khutor, at the ceremony. “We are very proud to receive the prestigious World Ski… Read the full press release

Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi accepted as Gold Level GreenLeader in the TripAdvisor® GreenLeaders™ programme

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi has been accepted as Gold Level GreenLeader in the TripAdvisor® GreenLeaders™ programme, recognising hotels that engage in environmentally friendly practices and help travellers plan greener stays. As Gold Level Greenleader, the dynamic mid-market hotel has met a set of environmental standards developed… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Xiamen wins Business Traveler Magazine’s “Best Business Hotel in Xiamen 2014” for the 10th year in a row

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Xiamen, China, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ —  Marco Polo Xiamen has won Business Traveler Magazine’s “Best Business Hotelin Xiamen 2014,” the 10th year in a row that the hotel has won the honour. The property, which will be celebrating its 18th anniversary at the end of the month, has also won the “Golden-Pillow Award” for 3 consecutive years…. Read the full press release

Los hoteles ME Ibiza, ME London y Meliá Villaitana, los mejores de su categoría en los International Hotel Awards

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  Han recibido el Premio 5 Estrellas a nivel nacional por mejor renovación, mejor hotel del Reino Unido y mejor resort de golf, respectivamente A partir de ahora se medirán con hoteles a nivel europeo y mundial Mallorca, España, 2014-11-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Los hoteles de Meliá Hotels International ME Ibiza, ME London… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation: United Airlines will operate seasonal nonstop service between Chicago and Dublin in summer 2015

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CHICAGO, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines today announced that it will operate seasonal nonstop service between Chicago and Dublin in summer 2015. Flight 152 will depart O’Hare International Airport daily at 6:05 p.m., arriving in Dublin, Ireland at 7:35 a.m. the following day (all times local). On the return, flight 153 will depart… Read the full press release

Qatar Executive to take part in the Middle East’s leading business aviation show MEBA in Dubai

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Qatar Executive’s brand-new Bombardier Global 5000 Vision to be on static display Qatar Airways’ private jet division places strong focus on promoting its maintenance services to business aviation community Qatar Executive team welcomes visitors at booth #537 Doha, QATAR, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Executive – Qatar Airways’ corporate jet division – is once again… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Group CEO Mr. Akbar Al Baker and Qatar Tourism Authority Chairman Issa Al Mohannadi met with delegation from ‘Chengdu Culture and Tourism Development Group’

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Qatar Airways Group CEO Welcomes Delegation from Chengdu Led By Vice-General Manager of the Chengdu Culture and Tourism Development Group, Ms. Yang Chai Airline Committed To Promoting Growth in China Through Joint Initiatives Thrice Weekly Nonstop Doha – Chengdu Flights Introduced To The Airline’s Network In September Last Year Doha, Qatar, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines and Tom Douglas announce new partnership to take airplane food to new heights

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Iconic Seattle chef’s onboard dish to begin flying Dec. 1 SEATTLE, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers on Alaska Airlines are invited to lift their palates this winter, as Alaska and Tom Douglas announce a new partnership to take airplane food to new heights. Beginning Dec. 1, travelers on all Seattle-departing flights 2.5 hours or… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines adds three new destinations from its Northwest hubs in expanded partnership with SkyWest Airlines

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SEATTLE, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced it is expanding its partnership with SkyWest Airlines with the addition of three new destinations from Alaska’s Northwest hubs. Flying on new Embraer E175 jets, Alaska will begin offering daily nonstop service starting July 1 between Seattle and Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Seattle and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and Portland,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and Downtown Denver Partnership announce the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park is open for Mile High Residents to take to the ice

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Rink Visitors Encouraged to Warm Up the Community with Donations to Volunteers of America DALLAS, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) and the Downtown Denver Partnership are excited to announce the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park is open for Mile High Residents to take to the ice. City of Denver Mayor Michael… Read the full press release

Singapore Changi Airport’s passenger traffic grew 1.9% YoY in October 2014

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SINGAPORE, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Passenger traffic at Singapore Changi Airport grew 1.9% on-year in October 2014, with 4.49 million passengers passing through the airport. There was a 2.1% increase in airfreight movements, with 159,700 tonnes of cargo handled during the month. Aircraft landings and takeoffs decreased by 3.7% to 28,380. Passenger traffic to and… Read the full press release

Homewood Suites by Hilton launched program dedicated to help the brave men and women of the U.S. Military recreate important missed moments in their family lives

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MCLEAN, Va., 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Homewood Suites by Hilton announced today the launch of Make a Moment, a program dedicated to help the brave men and women of the U.S. Military recreate important missed moments in their family lives. The extended stay hotel brand is making an initial $100,000 donation for this initiative, which… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia’s 11 Key Distribution Partners (KDPs) in Singapore to promote ‘Restaurant Australia’

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SYDNEY, Australia, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia’s 11 Key Distribution Partners (KDPs) in Singapore are aligning upcoming sales and marketing activities around ‘Restaurant Australia’ themes, designed to put Australia as a top-of-mind holiday destination. Over the next couple of months the KDPs will promote food and wine related events, new itineraries centred… Read the full press release

IATA announced new arrangement to help passengers impacted by airline bankruptcy

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced a new arrangement to help passengers impacted by airline bankruptcy. A voluntary agreement on behalf of its members flying to, from and within Europe will cover the repatriation of passengers unable to return home due to an airline ceasing operations… Read the full press release

Qantas and American Airlines expanded their joint business

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and American Airlines have expanded their joint business, enabling Qantas customers to codeshare on an additional nine American Airlines services including to four new destinations – Kona, Lihue and Maui in Hawaii and Richmond, Virginia. Effective for sale today and travel from 27 November, the Qantas… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens 91 room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Fredericton, New Brunswick after $3M renovation

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Hotel opens in New Brunswick’s capital city after undergoing a nearly $3M renovation FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ —InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the newly renovated 91 room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Fredericton. Formerly a Lakeview Inns & Suites hotel, the property… Read the full press release

InterContinental® Hotels Group launches its new IHG® Rewards Club Global Redemption Catalogue

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IHG® Rewards Club launches its biggest ever redemption catalogue LONDON, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental® Hotels Group (IHG®) today announces the launch of its new IHG® Rewards Club Global Redemption Catalogue. The world’s first, largest and fastest-growing hotel loyalty programme is introducing a new and enhanced online catalogue, offering thousands of retail redemption choices… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announced it reached 100,000 flights over a 12 month period for first time in its 10 year history

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Budapest, Hungary, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today announced that, for the first time in its 10 year history, it has operated 100,000 flights over a 12 month period. This represents almost 30 billion flown seat kilometers and over 1.3 million crew hours… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. celebrates the one year anniversary of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

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Luxury Resort Commemorates Milestone Aruba, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — This week, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.,  the iconic leader in luxury lodging centered in inspiration to capture, create and inspire life’s most memorable journeys, proudly celebrates the one year anniversary of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba. Situated on the island’s pristine Palm Beach, the highly anticipated… Read the full press release

National Car Rental to unveil three new television commercials featuring actor Patrick Warburton as part of its “Go Like A Pro” advertising campaign

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Former Seinfeld Star Delivers Comic Portrayal of “The Control Enthusiast” Business Traveler ST. LOUIS, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — National Car Rental will unveil three new television commercials featuring actor Patrick Warburton as part of its “Go Like A Pro” advertising campaign. National is launching the 30-second spots to showcase its commitment to providing time-sensitive frequent airport… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways announces the appointment of Shane O’Hare as its Senior Vice President, Marketing

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ABU DHABI, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the appointment of Shane O’Hare as its Senior Vice President, Marketing. Mr O’Hare brings an unrivalled mix of experience in airline marketing and management, having held a range of senior executive positions in the Gulf and… Read the full press release

airberlin group equips the first two aircraft in its fleet with the new ‘airberlin connect’ Wi-Fi service

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The new system from Panasonic offers passengers internet and entertainment airberlin first German airline to offer inflight internet on short-haul flights BERLIN, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The airberlin group has equipped the first two aircraft in its fleet with the new ‘airberlin connect’ Wi-Fi service. The two Airbus A320, registered D-ABNJ and OE-LEL, now… Read the full press release

PATA pleased to have supported the International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism in Zhengzhou, China from November 15-17, 2014

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BANGKOK, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ —  The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to have supported the International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism in Zhengzhou, China from November 15-17, 2014. The event, generously hosted by the Henan Provincial Government, included three main topics for discussion: the development of tourism and leisure economy, boosting the adjustment… Read the full press release

CDA Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino presented with the Father Mac Appreciation Award by the Haymarket Center

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CHICAGO, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino was presented the Father Mac Appreciation Award by the Haymarket Center on November 20, 1014. The prestigious award is named for Monsignor Ignatius McDermott, the co-founder of Haymarket Center, and known to his friends as “Father Mac.” “Since assuming her… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport expands its international duty free shopping experience

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport is expanding its international duty free shopping experience with the addition of a range of covetable local and international brands. The newly opened fashion and beauty stores in the airport’s international departure area are: Iconic Kiwi handbag brand SABEN – the first of many… Read the full press release

Airport Authority Hong Kong announces its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2014

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HONG KONG, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today announced its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2014. Revenue increased 9.3% over the same period last year to HK$8,018 million. In the first half of fiscal 2014/ 2015, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled a… Read the full press release

ExpressJet Airlines becomes the first part 121 passenger-carrying airline to receive FAA approval on an in-house Airline Transport Pilot certification training program

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ATLANTA, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — ExpressJet Airlines is the first part 121 passenger-carrying airline to receive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval on an in-house Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification training program (CTP). The ATP CTP became a requirement on Aug. 1, 2014 for new pilots wanting to attain their ATP certification, which qualifies them to… Read the full press release