LIVERPOOL, UK, 2015-7-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) took away the top award at last night’s Downtown Liverpool in Business Annual City of Liverpool Business Awards. LJLA was named Business of the Year, in recognition of the contribution that the airport makes for the city region Hundreds of firms across the city… Read the full press release
BRUSSELS, 2015-7-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, one of the world’s leading hotel brands, announces the opening of Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Jeddah and its third hotel in the city. The hotel is operated by Rezidor, a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, and the opening strengthens its constantly growing portfolio in… Read the full press release
Microtel takes top spot among economy/budget hotel chains for third consecutive year while Wingate makes triumphant return in midscale segment PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-7-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group today announced that J.D. Power has ranked two of its brands—Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham® and Wingate by Wyndham®—highest in guest satisfaction within their respective… Read the full press release
Additional award for Best First Class Comfort Amenities DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates continues its record-breaking streak for its ice entertainment system which has been awarded the ‘World’s Best Airline Inflight Entertainment’ at the 2015 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards for the 11th consecutive year. The Skytrax World Airline Awards polled over… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitEngland Chief Executive James Berresford today welcomed the Prime Minister’s visit to Cornwall to announce a five point plan to support tourism growth across the UK. VisitEngland’s Chief Executive James Berresford said: “The commitment by the Prime Minister today to grow tourism across the UK is further recognition… Read the full press release
Victoria, Australia, 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The ultimate escape in for the mind and body has now opened in Murrindindi Shire in the heart of beautiful Marysville. Guests at the new Vibe Hotel Marysville can unwind and rid themselves of life’s little stresses at The Spa at Marysville. This exciting new offering promises… Read the full press release
THE HAY-ADAMS NAMED IN TRAVEL + LEISURE’S WORLD’S BEST AWARDS 2015 AS ONE OF THE WORLD’S TOP 100 HOTELS The iconic hotel is recognized as the #2 Large City Hotel in the Continental U.S., and the only hotel in Washington, D.C. to be named to the Top 100 Hotels in the World. WASHINGTON, D.C., 2015-7-17 —… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong is pleased to announce the appointment of Great Southern Outbound (GSO), a Sydney-based representation company providing hospitality sales and marketing solutions in Australia and New Zealand. In establishing a stronger foothold in the Asia Pacific region, GSO will represent the three… Read the full press release
WHISTLER, BC, 2015-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Bulleit Bourbon Canadian National BBQ Championships is quite the mouthful of a name, but a tasty one to be sure. The sauciest competition on the Pacific Northwest BBQ circuit is returning to Dusty’s Bar & BBQ in Whistler’s Creekside July 31 through August 2. The three… Read the full press release
Cruise Line Offers New Tours Designed For Action Lovers, Families, Culture Seekers and Foodies in Mind MIAMI, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Designed to meet every travel passion, Royal Caribbean International is tapping into what guests really want to do on their next vacation with an enhanced shore excursion program featuring exclusive new options. From… Read the full press release
High-Tech Adventures are Just 100 Days Away MIAMI, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s newest and most technologically advanced ship, Anthem of the Seas is set to arrive in the New York area on November 4, 2015, bringing with her a lineup of thrilling adventures for guests of all ages. From the… Read the full press release
MIAMI, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The best Caribbean adventures await at Royal Caribbean’s exclusive private destinations, Labadee, Haiti and CocoCay, Bahamas. These secluded escapes offer guests unique experiences of every kind, whether they are looking for action and adventure, a tranquil beachside hideaway surrounded by lush tropical landscapes, or anything in between. Experience… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced that the Hyatt Place brand has been recognized by J.D. Power as highest in guest satisfaction among upscale hotel chains. The award comes as a result of guest ratings in the recently released J.D. Power 2015 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index StudySM.The Hyatt Place… Read the full press release
Mayor Reed, Airport officials honor U.S. Armed Forces and USO with new facility ATLANTA, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed helped cut the ribbon for the reopening of the newly refurbished 3,200 square-foot USO Center at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Tuesday. The center moves back into its permanent location on the third floor… Read the full press release
The Korean Air airline, Sheremetyevo International Airport and the National Tourism Organization of Korea opened together a photo exhibition ” The inspiration of the morning freshness” in honor of the 25th anniversary of the flights of Korean Air to Russia and the termination of the year of the mutual visits “Russia — Republic of Korea”. The exhibition containing 15 photographs is located in the public area of Terminal E (2nd floor), passengers… Read the full press release
Airline CEOs meet with EU Transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc to discuss her new EU Aviation Strategy LONDON, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — CEOs representing Europe’s five largest airline groups – Air France KLM, easyJet, International Airlines Group, Lufthansa Group and Ryanair – today met with EU Transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc to discuss her new… Read the full press release
Despite its wide-reaching socio-economic impacts, tourism still receives limited attention as a tool for development.On the occasion of the Third International Conference on Financing for Development (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 13-16 July), UNWTO calls for higher support for tourism in international financing for development flows to maximize the sector´s contribution to sustainable development across the globe. … Read the full press release
BANGKOK, 2015-7-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and hospitality consulting firm, Horwath HTL, today announced a joint partnership for the organisation of the PATA Investment Forum taking place in concurrent with PATA Travel Mart 2015, in Bangalore, India, on Monday, September 7, 2015 from 1400-1730 hrs. Mario Hardy, CEO, PATA, said, “The state of Karnataka… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia is today launching a new, short film aimed at encouraging more domestic and international visitors to include Indigenous tourism experiences as part of an Australian holiday. Entitled Aboriginal Australia: Our Country is waiting for you, the film was created in collaboration with renowned Australian filmmakers Brendan… Read the full press release
Hawaii, Lanai at Manele Bay, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Recognising Four Seasons Resort Lanai as the very best in must-play, must-stay experiences, Great Golf Resorts of the World has added the exclusive Hawaii golf destination and breathtaking Jack Nicklaus signature golf experience to its collection of marquee properties. Carefully curated, Great Golf Resorts… Read the full press release
Exclusive savings, lucky draws, special gifts and more for guests to celebrate the Hotel’s milestone anniversary in August 2015 Macau, China, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip will commemorate its 7th Anniversary on August 28, 2015 with the launch of a special promotional campaign. Throughout the month of August, the Hotel,… Read the full press release
ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Business travelers are generally open to new technological advancements that will improve their hotel booking and staying experience, however there are some concerns around adoption rates among older travelers, according to a new whitepaper from the GBTA Foundation, the education and research arm of the Global Business Travel Association… Read the full press release
New 240-room Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Chinatown will cater to value-conscious travellers who want to explore Bangkok’s colourful heritage DENHAM, UK, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Grand Uniland Company Limited to open a new Holiday Inn Express hotel in… Read the full press release
With valid Metrolink tickets and passes, people ride the OC Fair Express for free! LOS ANGELES, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink and the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) have teamed up to offer the OC Fair Express for those heading to the 125th edition of the OC Fair. Passengers along Metrolink’s Orange County and Inland… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainability involves all the senses – seeing inspiring presentations, tasting delicious foods and brews and delighting in their aromas, listening to great music, and touching newly woven fabrics and products made from recycled materials. Join us in Chicago this October at Airports Going Green when the Chicago Department… Read the full press release
Join Historic Scotland for a free Living History event in Edinburgh this weekend. Scotland, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors will get a royal reception to Holyrood Park this Sunday 19th July as Mary, Queen of Scots and her husband Henry, Lord Darnley take to the park for some Royal Pursuits. From feasting to… Read the full press release
Art and history lovers in for a treat at Stirling Castle’s French Connection weekend! Scotland, 2015-7-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Stirling Castle is set to explore its French Connections this weekend (18th and 19th July) with a series of special events and exhibitions. In the 500th year since the birth of one of the… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2015-7-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Heathrow Community Fund has appointed a new Director, Dr Beccy Bowden, to develop the future potential of the grant-making charity and its work in communities local to Heathrow Airport. The new appointment comes as the Fund announced its half-year grant awards of more than £283,000 in the first… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2015-7-14 — /Travel PR News/ — In supporting Jetstar, Qantas will commence special relief flights from Bali tonight to assist in bringing Jetstar customers back to Australia. Qantas, which does not usually operate scheduled services to Bali, will charter two special relief flights from Bali to Perth tonight and tomorrow. The Boeing 737-800 aircraft… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2015-7-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Jetstar will more than double seat capacity out of Bali tomorrow, to help bring another 2,400 customers back to Australia. Jetstar has worked with Qantas to get more flights in and out of Bali and is using larger aircraft, and will now operate 18 flights in and out… Read the full press release