Chengdu is China’s 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 — /Travel PR News/ — Air China will start flying the UK’s only non-stop service between the UK and Chengdu – the… Read the full news article
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — AirBridgeCargo Airlines, one of the world’s 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 news article
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
Cologne, Germany, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 EASA’s scope to cover the full spectrum of the aviation landscape and reinforces… Read the full news article
Barbados, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
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 — /Travel PR… Read the full news article
BETHESDA, MD, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 hotel’s guest rooms and public space to transform the property into a cutting-edge model for the Sheraton… Read the full news article
Customers can book travel to/from the airport with Lyft through the Southwest mobile app DALLAS, TX, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
Premium lounge experience at first dedicated alliance lounge in Rome Star Alliance branded lounges network grows to seven ROME, Italy, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
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 airline’s online ticketing The new booking functionality is now available for the UK market COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa Group is expanding its Lufthansa Open… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 news article
MIRAMAR, Fla., 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — 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 Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to San Salvador, El Salvador* with year-round service running three times weekly to Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAL). The… Read the full news article
Toronto, Canada, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Park’N Fly is proud to announce that it has entered into a Corporate Partnership with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) naming Park’N Fly as the national airport parking partner of choice. Operating in 7 cities across Canada, Park’N Fly allows agents to offer choice and… Read the full news article
Today’s AP voice is from our managing director Beate Christeleit. LONDON, UK, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — At Amistad, we have seen a substantial increase in the number of “soft brands” in the past few years. While there are obvious benefits for independent hotels, it’s worth taking a deeper dive into the benefits and… Read the full news article
Boutique Hotel Celebrates Art and Music in Bloor Street Culture Corridor Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton Saint George, located at 280 Bloor Street West between Huron and St. George Streets, opened its doors on June 19, 2018. The boutique hotel company’s first ever Toronto location is a sophisticated-yet-playful respite along the… Read the full news article
The opening of InterContinental® Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort in Vietnam marks the 1000th IHG hotel opening in the Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa (EMEAA) region. Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ —IHG® (InterContinental® Hotels Group) is celebrating the opening of its 1000th hotel in the Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa… Read the full news article
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — With Pride celebrations in full swing worldwide, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is having a celebration of its own. Now in its seventh year, the brand’s Preferred Pride program has expanded to include more than 160 LGBTQ+-welcoming, independently owned and operated independent hotels and… Read the full news article
Elected officials join The Bernstein Companies, Boston Properties and Marriott executives for milestone event Bethesda, MD, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Bernstein Companies and its joint venture partner Boston Properties marked a significant milestone today as they broke ground on the future Marriott International headquarters and Marriott Hotel in downtown Bethesda, Maryland. J.W…. Read the full news article
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The River Tay is making a splash as the star of a new tourism campaign supported by VisitScotland Growth Fund. Ahead of the arrival of V&A Dundee, The Open at Carnoustie and with Scotland’s reputation as the Home of Golf – the four councils on the banks of… Read the full news article
EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — A local company has achieved VisitScotland’s top quality assurance award to become one of only two five-star tours operating in Perthshire. Sleepy Sporran Tours, which is run by Trish Simpson and Ian Bell, offers luxury small group tours around Scotland, showcasing some of the country’s most beautiful… Read the full news article
Montréal, Canada, 2018-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that Delta Air Lines, Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia (Delta Air Lines) has signed a firm purchase agreement for 20 CRJ900 aircraft – becoming the launch operator of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin for CRJ Series regional jets. Based on the list price for… Read the full news article
LONDON, 2018-Jun-22 — /Travel PR News/ — There is no doubt that global leisure travel has been on the increase over the past decade and there are no signs of slow down. According to howmuch.net, the five countries that spend the most on travel are China ($164.9 billion), the US ($145.7 billion), Germany ($106.6 billion), the… Read the full news article
EDINBURGH, 2018-Jun-22 — /Travel PR News/ — A luxury B&B in Scotland’s capital city has achieved the highest Quality Assurance (QA) grading from Visit Scotland. Barony House, situated in the Newington area of Edinburgh, recently received a 5-star Guest House Quality Assurance award from the national tourism organisation in recognition of its exceptional standards. The… Read the full news article
Odawara, Japan, 2018-Jun-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The 27th Odawara Lantern Festival will take place on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29 at Odawara Castle Park. The festival celebrates the “Odawara Lantern.” The lanterns have a strong historical and cultural connection to the city. In the old days, the lanterns were created… Read the full news article
HONG KONG, 2018-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — For the ninth consecutive year, Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is offering its popular MO Kid’s Camp for younger fans over the summer months. Taking advantage of the resort’s private coral bay, landscaped pools and tropical gardens, outdoor activity specialists have created a programme of fun-filled games, educational activities and creative… Read the full news article
HONG KONG, 2018-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Prague has launched an accommodation package for lovers of good food. Guests booking the hotel’s Czech Foodie Fan package will enjoy a guided tour of the best Czech food shops and restaurants in Prague, a Czech beer tasting, and other treats, including luxurious accommodation at the five-star hotel…. Read the full news article
HONG KONG, 2018-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai will host a sushi pop-up restaurant led by a three Michelin-star chef from Japan, in July. Sushi Master Masaaki Miyakawa and his elite Sushi-Shin team from Hokkaido, Japan will provide diners with the quintessential edomae sushi experience from 17– 29 July. A pre-bookings service is… Read the full news article