Halifax, N.S., 2019-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — For 20-year-old Jacob Thibault of Dartmouth, NS, travelling outside Canada has been a life-long dream. As a Nova Scotia Community College student and avid YouTuber, Jacob loves new experiences and adventures. Now, with his college graduation just around the corner, Jacob’s dream of travelling is about to come… Read the full news article
Beijing, China, 2019-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center, Beijing’s first European hospitality pioneer, unveils the transformation of its 480 new rooms and suites, including a Western and Oriental Presidential Suite, a new and large Executive Lounge, and a new all-day dining outlet, after the most substantial renovation in its 26-year history…. Read the full news article
Singapore, 2019-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — CWT M&E, the global meetings and events agency, and Kaplan Higher Education Academy (KHEA), part of Kaplan in Singapore, a leading private education institution, have signed an agreement to enhance employment opportunities for students in the hospitality & MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events) industries. The partnership will… Read the full news article
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) and Japan Airlines (JAL) today (May 27, 2019) announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to pursue a joint business agreement. The joint business ultimately aims to improve customer convenience by enhancing the quality of services provided by both carriers on flights… Read the full news article
Tokyo, Japan, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (May 24, 2019) announced a codeshare arrangement with Xiamen Airlines that makes travel between Japan and China much more convenient for travelers. The codeshare arrangement will add flights between Tokyo Narita and Xiamen, as well as flights between Osaka Kansai and Xiamen, Fuzhou and… Read the full news article
Dubai, UAE, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — For the second year in a row, Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is partnering with Gargash, one of the largest distributors of premium and luxury cars in the UAE to transport cars for the Gumball 3000 motor rally, an annual celebrity event that raises money… Read the full news article
New initiative to offers better experiences for Chinese tourists visiting Thailand. Bangkok, Thailand, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Alipay (Hangzhou) Information Technology Co., Ltd. today (May 27, 2019) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to form a long-term strategic partnership that offers Chinese tourists more product and service… Read the full news article
New hotel located near UA Tech Park and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base TUCSON, Ariz., 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton‘s (NYSE: HLT) Hampton by Hilton, the global upper-midscale brand known for its commitment to providing unmatched guest service, today (May 23, 2019) announced the opening of its newest property, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Tucson Tech… Read the full news article
The new Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Andaz and Alila branded properties will boost Hyatt’s luxury brand footprint in the region by over 25% CHICAGO, IL, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (May 26, 2019) that 21 new luxury hotels and resorts are planned to open in Asia Pacific by the end… Read the full news article
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) is partnering with Airports Council International (ACI), a globally reputed aviation body that promotes professional excellence in airport management and operations, and is offering training courses to BAC as part of the Tahleeq Programme, a training and development initiative aimed at shaping the future… Read the full news article
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — A special convoy reached Budapest Airport during the weekend. Some brand new passenger boarding bridges, to be installed on the southern side of pier B, arrived by truck from the factory of manufacturer Thyssenkrupp in Spain. Three newly manufactured passenger boarding bridges (PBBs), to complement the three already… Read the full news article
Madrid, Spain, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the Japan Travel and Tourism Association (JTTA) and Gurunavi have released the new UNWTO Report on Gastronomy Tourism: The Case of Japan. The publication includes 18 different case studies of successful gastronomy tourism in Japan. At present, the concept of gastronomy tourism… Read the full news article
Madrid, Spain, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the ground handling industry to focus on three priorities to effectively accommodate the expanding demand for air travel and air cargo. The three priorities are; Continuing to put safety first; Implementing global standards; Accelerating the speed of innovation and process… Read the full news article
To mark British Airways’ centenary, the airline has launched a Centenary Archive Collection of never-before-seen photographs and videos from its 100-year history The Centenary Archive Collection includes images from Concorde, Royal flights and vintage airline posters An interactive year-by-year timeline illustrates how British Airways became one of the world’s leading airlines The archive will be hosted on the airline’s… Read the full news article
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2019-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Following an investment of £100,000, George Best Belfast City Airport has launched an enhanced digital advertising portfolio. The portfolio, which includes one high impact digital wall in the Departure Lounge and seven digital pods throughout the terminal, was revealed at an exclusive event for advertisers and media… Read the full news article
New research reveals nearly half of Americans feel disconnected to those around them at breakfast, but almost all believe sharing the meal would yield positive effects MCLEAN, Va., 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — It is frequently called the most important meal of the day, but a new nationwide survey by the “Hilton Breakfast Alliance” –… Read the full news article
The unique hotel experience is situated at the western entrance to Rushmore Crossing RAPID CITY, S.D., 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today (May 21, 2019) announced the opening of its newest hotel, the dual-branded Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore and Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore, bringing a total of 219 new… Read the full news article
MIAMI, FL, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, today (May 20, 2019) announced the debut of an extensive array of innovative plant-based cuisine on menus across its fleet. Beginning October 1, 2019, more than 200 gourmet plant-based selections will be offered at breakfast, lunch and dinner… Read the full news article
Basel, Switzerland, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The recent groundbreaking at Jet Aviation’s FBO in West Palm Beach, Florida, for new hangar and office space is just the latest step in the company’s efforts to expand and improve its global FBO network, now at 35 locations. The company is investing heavily to ensure its facilities are… Read the full news article
Basel, Switzerland, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation’s maintenance and refurbishment teams in Basel recently delivered three extensive refurbishments on a Boeing 747 and two Gulfstream GIVs, all of which included Ka Band installations. In addition, the company successfully implemented and delivered its first Ka Band installations on Gulfstream G550 and G650 aircraft. To maximize… Read the full news article
Basel, Switzerland, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation announces today (May 23, 2019) that it will relocate to a new and larger 600 square-meter facility area within the shared FBO terminal at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. The airport is currently undergoing a massive overhaul to accommodate more traffic. Jet Aviation expects its new refurbished FBO… Read the full news article
Basel, Switzerland, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation signed an agreement to implement Jeppesen Operator software across its U.S. operations. The advanced technology platform offers comprehensive international trip support and flight planning services and data intelligence through a centralized web portal, eliminating the need to out-source these services. Roll out will commence immediately. “In response… Read the full news article
Basel, Switzerland, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation signed a Fixed Base Operation (FBO) service agreement with Wijet, a Paris-based business aviation operator, to provide handling services through its network of FBOs in Europe. Formerly based in the UK, Wijet moved its operations to continental Europe in 2018. It is the exclusive partner of… Read the full news article
With flights arriving and departing every few minutes, a real-time overview of resources is vital. Dublin, Ireland, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Viggo, the sole ground handler at Eindhoven Airport, has implemented SITA’s latest Airport Management System to manage one of Europe’s fastest-growing regional airports, ensuring timely aircraft turnaround times and a more efficient passenger journey. With… Read the full news article
Schkeuditz, Germany, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Leipzig/Halle Airport, working with the Volga-Dnepr Group and the Akkon University of Human Sciences, organised a specialist international conference on topics related to “Humanitarian Logistics” on 21 May this year. About 60 representatives from research institutes, government and non-government organisations, logistics companies, airports as well as airlines attended… Read the full news article
Dreamliner flights to Maui available now CALGARY, CANADA, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — WestJet today (May 21, 2019) revealed its winter 787-9 Dreamliner schedule, announcing the state-of-the-art aircraft will now fly between Calgary and Maui and will operate an additional day to London (Gatwick) this winter. As part of the schedule release, WestJet also announced… Read the full news article
Airport Authority partners with St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival ST. JOHN’S, NL, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — St. John’s International Airport Authority announced today (May 21, 2019) it is partnering with St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival to launch the Festival’s Films on the Go, as part of the YYT Entertainment Series. Over the… Read the full news article
Manchester, UK, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Manchester Airport has scooped a prestigious international award in recognition for its efforts to welcome Chinese passengers through the Northern gateway. The UK’s third largest airport won a gold award for its overall performance at the Chinese Tourist Welcome Awards, organised by the China Outbound Tourism Research… Read the full news article
$165 Million Modernization to Raise the Bar for Family Vacations in November 2019 MIAMI, FL, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The ship that revolutionized the cruise industry, Oasis of the Seas, marks its 10-year anniversary with a larger-than-ever, $165 million amplification. The first to introduce the unique seven-neighborhood concept and one-of-a-kind AquaTheater entertainment venue, Royal Caribbean International’s original… Read the full news article
St. Peter Port, Guernsey, 2019-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (20.05.19 ) saw the first of three new Blue Islands operated services take to the skies as the Channel Islands based airline launched its year-round daily flights to London Southend from Guernsey. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said, “As a local business, Blue Islands recognises… Read the full news article