Category Archives: Travelers

Dubai Airports: Expansion of Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central’s (DWC’s) existing passenger terminal to begin later this year

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Dubai, UAE, 2015-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai Airports today confirmed that construction is expected to begin later this year on the expansion of Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central’s (DWC’s) existing passenger terminal which will boost the current capacity of 6 million passengers a year to 26 million. As Dubai International nears its capacity… Read the full news article

HMSHost announces the opening of Whisky River at Charlotte Douglas International Airport’s E-Concourse

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HMSHost opens Whisky River restaurant on E-Concourse Charlotte, NC, 2015-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Whisky River now has a new airside rendition of the original uptown Charlotte location, in Charlotte Douglas International Airport’s E-Concourse. Today representatives of global restaurateur HMSHost, the airport, and 12-time NASCAR Most Popular Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. celebrated with a grand… Read the full news article

Avis Budget Group becomes the exclusive car rental partner of the Iberia’s loyalty programme Iberia Plus

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MADRID, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia has announced a new partnership agreement with Avis Budget Group that has become the exclusive car rental partner of the airline’s loyalty programme, Iberia Plus. The partnership launch campaign, “We Travel Together”, highlights the opportunity for Iberia Plus members to earn Avios for every rental booked. Iberia Plus Members will also receive 750… Read the full news article

Historic Scotland: Two historical Scottish watermills will celebrate more than 300 years of milling history as part of National Mills Weekend, 9th – 10th May

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Two historical Scottish watermills will be celebrating more than 300 years of milling history as part of National Mills Weekend. Over the course of a weekend, on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, Perth’s 18th century Stanley Mills and New Abbey Corn Mill in Dumfries, which dates… Read the full news article

Emirates recognised with array of accolades at the Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards

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Best Airline Worldwide, Best First Class, Best Economy Class, and Airline with the Best Cabin ‎Staff DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ innovation, investments in product, and customer service were recognised last night with an array of accolades at the ‎Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards. At the ceremony attended by over 350 industry executives,… Read the full news article

S7 Airlines opens new flights to Naples (Italy) and Athens (Greece)

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, opened new flights to popular touristic destinations – to Naples (Italy) and Athens (Greece). Flights are performed from the 2nd of May 2015 every day on Saturdays on modern comfortable Airbus A320 family liners. Flight to Naples departs… Read the full news article

S7 Airlines and Meridiana fly open new flight on the route Saint Petersburg – Naples as a part of the code share agreement

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, and Meridiana fly open a new flight on the route Saint Petersburg – Naples as a part of the code share agreement. From the 3rd of June 2015 S7 Airlines passengers will have an opportunity to take direct… Read the full news article

Jersey: The Royal Yacht announces the launch of its exclusive wine club hosted by Sirocco and The Cellar

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The Royal Yacht has announced the launch of its new and exclusive wine club, hosted by Sirocco and The Cellar. JERSEY, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The wine club will provide its members with opportunities to sample and enjoy a range of world-class wines, attend special events and enjoy exclusive discounts.  Membership is by… Read the full news article

Catch the end of New Zealand’s autumn season with Agoda’s list of discounted accommodations

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SINGAPORE, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has uncovered discounts of up to 50% on accommodation in 7 of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations, just in time to catch the end of the country’s cool and refreshing autumn season. New… Read the full news article

Residence Inn by Marriott honors Tamera Mowry-Housley as its 2015 Resident Mom of the Year

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Mowry-Housley named 2015 Resident Mom of the Year Bethesda, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Tamera Mowry-Housley has multiple titles in life: wife, mother, sister, actor, author, talk show host, entrepreneur, and now one more: Resident Mom of the Year. Today at the new Residence Inn Manhattan World Trade Center hotel, Residence Inn by… Read the full news article

Marriott International named Brand of the Year at this year’s British LGBT Awards

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LONDON, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading hospitality company, Marriott International, is celebratingafter being named Brand of the Year at this year’s prestigious British LGBT Awards. Marriott International, which operates 57 hotels in the UK under brands including Marriott Hotels, Renaissance Hotels and Courtyard, was recognised for its Pride campaign and partnerships. The annual… Read the full news article

TownePlace Suites by Marriott® and The Container Store® launched selfie-worthy contest to find the most interesting suitcase tale

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott and The Container Store Search For Travel Tale During Selfie With a Suitcase Promotion Bethesda, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Imagine the stories your suitcase could tell – packed, unpacked, overhead storage, cargo, security check, lost and found in a new destination. With the thrills and excitement associated with… Read the full news article

Marriott Rewards named 2015 Hotel Program of the Year in the Americas for the eighth year in a row by the Freddie Awards

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Bethesda, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers once again say Marriott Rewards is the leading frequent travel program in the travel industry because of its commitment to its most loyal customers. The global loyalty program, which continually evolves to meet the changing needs of its members, is the all-time leading recipient of Freddie… Read the full news article

Travelport: Hotelzon enters into Spain and adds two new sales managers in France and the UK

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Langley, UK, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotelzon, a leading hotel distribution technology provider for the B2B travel industry, today announced its entry into Spain and the addition of two new sales managers in France and the UK. The developments form part of the ongoing expansion plans for the business since Travelport acquired Hotelzon… Read the full news article

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and travel expert Rudy Maxa: The weeks between spring break and Memorial Day also an ideal time to hit the road

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Lower Rates, Less Traffic, Ideal Weather Among Top Reasons for Pre-Memorial Day Travel ST. LOUIS, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — While Memorial Day weekend may be the unofficial start of the summer travel season, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and consumer travel expert Rudy Maxa are reminding Americans that now is also an ideal time to hit the road…. Read the full news article

Enterprise Holdings appointed Amigos S.R.L. as its Alamo Rent A Car franchise partner in Paraguay

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Enterprise Holdings, through its regional subsidiaries, operates a global network of more than 8,600 neighborhood and airport locations in more than 70 countries and territories. ST. LOUIS, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings announced today that it has appointed Amigos S.R.L. as its Alamo Rent A Car franchise partner in Paraguay. This appointment continues the… Read the full news article

Winnipeg Airports Authority welcomes new board members Sangeet Bhatia, Brita Chell and Donna Price

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WINNIPEG, Canada, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority’s Board of Directors Chair, Mr. Tom Payne Jr., welcomes new board members Sangeet Bhatia, Brita Chell and Donna Price. Nominated by the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, Sangeet Bhatia is a Partner at Deloitte. Ms. Bhatia serves on The Manitoba Museum Board of Directors and… Read the full news article

Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands wins the “Diversity & Inclusion” award by The Guardian Sustainable Business Awards for employing 30% deaf employees within the hotel

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands wins the “Diversity & Inclusion” award by The Guardian Sustainable Business Awards, for employing as many as 30% deaf employees across all departments within the hotel. The award was received by one of the deaf staff members, Dale Holmes, Supervisor… Read the full news article

Belfast City Airport shortlisted in the NI Responsible Company of the Year category sponsored by Allstate NI

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BELFAST, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Shortlisted in the NI Responsible Company of the Year category sponsored by Allstate NI, Belfast City Airport has demonstrated its commitment to responsible business practice, with positive impacts across its people, the planet and the places where it operates and advocates the benefits to encourage others to follow… Read the full news article

Chicago Department of Aviation kicks off Military Appreciation Month with series of planned events, programs and special discounts for military personnel

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CHICAGO, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicago’s airports are sparkling in red, white and blue to honor our military as the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) kicks off Military Appreciation Month. This annual celebration, now in its fourth year, recognizes active and former military personnel traveling through O’Hare and Midway International Airports. Throughout the… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways further extends its partnership with Education Above All Foundation with the launch of its online donation facility to support the ‘Educate A Child’ programme

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The airline extends its donation services to travellers booking online Educate A Child received QAR2.4 million in donations through the airline partnership in 2014 DOHA, Qatar, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to announce the launch of its online donation facility to support the ‘Educate A Child’ programme, further extending its partnership with… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways’ Missoni sleeper suits named the best in ‘Textiles’ category at The Onboard Hospitality Awards

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Five-star airline awarded for its designer Missoni sleeper suits which offer passengers luxurious and exclusive on-board hospitality HAMBURG, Germany, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways emerged victorious at a recently held award night in Hamburg for offering excellence in delivering a premium five-star on-board product to its passengers. The Onboard Hospitality Awards awarded the five-star… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways Group sets new industry record with the delivery of four new Al Maha aircraft to Doha in just one day from Airbus

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Al Maha Airways receives its first four A320 aircraft from Airbus and joins them to the Qatar Airways fleet DOHA, Qatar, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group has set a new industry record, with the delivery of four new Al Maha aircraft to Doha in just one day, from aircraft manufacturer Airbus. The new… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® frequent flyer program Rapid Rewards named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual Freddie Awards ceremony

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Freddie Award results prove there is more to love about being a Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program member and Cardmember DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards, has been named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual… Read the full news article

Dragonair renews partnership with fine-dining restaurant Hugo’s to offer exclusive inflight menu featuring selection of classic European dishes

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HONG KONG, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Dragonair today announced the continuation of its partnership with Hugo’s, the fine-dining restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, to offer First Class and Business Class passengers an exclusive inflight menu featuring a selection of classic European dishes. The latest menu resulting from this collaboration… Read the full news article

New Zealand: Prince Harry to take part in the The FIFA U-20 World Cup 2015 pre-tournament build-up

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The FIFA U-20 World Cup 2015 is set to receive a royal touch from a very special visitor. Auckland, New Zealand, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Sport-loving Prince Harry will put his best-foot forward as he enjoys a starring role in the pre-tournament build-up during his first visit to New Zealand this May. During… Read the full news article

Bombardier: Aerolíneas Ejecutivas introduced its new fleet of 6 Learjet 75 business aircraft to its operation in Mexico

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The recently-delivered aircraft strengthen ALE’s commitment and leadership in executive aviation The new Learjet 75 business jets are added to ALE’s MexJet fleet, which flies 15 thousand hours a year The Learjet 75 aircraft offers the ultimate combination of performance, design and legendary Learjet heritage Mexico, Federal District, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ —  Aerolíneas… Read the full news article

Bombardier: V300ZEFIRO-Frecciarossa 1000 very high speed train set to revolutionize high-speed travel in Italy

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Manufactured in Italy by Bombardier in partnership with AnsaldoBreda, the V300ZEFIRO/Frecciarossa 1000 is set to revolutionize high-speed travel in Italy Milestone homologation enables train to enter commercial operation in June Berlin, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Over the weekend, Italian transport operator Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane hosted the inaugural journey of the V300ZEFIRO very… Read the full news article

VIA Rail Canada to launch new BizPak rail pass for trips originating from or arriving in London, Ontario

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Toronto, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announces the launch of a new BizPak rail pass for trips originating from or arriving in London. ”We’re introducing these new BizPak passes in response to demand from our London customers, said Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, President and CEO of VIA Rail. This new offer is… Read the full news article

The Hotel Hershey to host its popular Jazz on the Veranda series – live jazz performances by local artists

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Popular Summer Series is Free to Community and Resort Guests Hershey, Pa., 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — From May 22 through August 28, The Hotel Hershey will host its popular Jazz on the Veranda series – live jazz performances by local artists – on select Friday evenings from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Jazz on the Veranda… Read the full news article