5 Apr, 2018
Private Aviation Report Reveals Preferences of Business Elite and Wealthy Fliers
LONDON, 29 March 2018, (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today Wealth-X, the global leader in wealth information and insight, and VistaJet, the first and only global private aviation company, have released the first customer-centric analysis on the private aviation industry. The Jet Traveler Report: The Global Perspective on Who Flies Privately and How provides unique insight into […]
more…16 Feb, 2018
Panasonic’s 100,000 Solar Lanterns Project Brings Light to Off-grid Communities Globally
OSAKA, Japan–(BUSINESS WIRE) — February 08, 2018 – Panasonic Corporation announced the successful completion of its 100 Thousand Solar Lanterns Project, which has brought light to off-grid communities in 30 countries through 131 non-profit and other organizations in the last five years. Since the project’s inception in February 2013, a total of 102,716 solar lanterns […]
more…16 Feb, 2018
U.S. Military Families Stressed by High Cost of Elder Care
FORT WORTH, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–February 07, 2018 – Elder care costs are creating unexpected economic stress for many of America’s career military families and fueling a growing demand for professional financial advice, according to the First Command Financial Behaviors Index®. First Command’s sixth annual elder care spending survey reveals that 78 percent of middle-class military families […]
more…16 Feb, 2018
Middlebury Interactive Languages and Qatar Foundation partner to boost Arabic speakers in U.S.
HERNDON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE) – 2018-02-08 —Middlebury Interactive Languages has received a grant from the Qatar Foundation International (QFI) to provide up to thirteen student scholarships for the 2018 Arabic Summer Academy at St. Michael’s College in Burlington, VT. The four-week immersion program provides high school students with the opportunity to accelerate Arabic language learning and […]
more…22 Jan, 2018
DHL Launches Unique Indicator to Track Global Trade
BONN, Germany & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–January 18, 2018 – DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, has introduced a new and unique early indicator for the current state and future development of global trade. The DHL Global Trade Barometer is based on large amounts of logistics data that are evaluated with the help of artificial intelligence. […]
more…3 Jan, 2018
New Research shows how “Mental Load” Impacts Working Mothers both at Home and Work
WATERTOWN, Mass., 18 December 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–A new study released today shows that even as women catch up to men as family earners and actually outpace them in academic achievement, they continue to bear a disproportionate portion of household and family responsibilities. According to the study, women who are primary breadwinners are doing more at home […]
more…3 Jan, 2018
Waste Management Publishes 2017 Sustainability Report
HOUSTON, 13 December 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–Waste Management (NYSE: WM) today released its 2017 Sustainability Report, which provides updated data to supplement the company’s full 2016 report, “Leading Change, Reinvigorating the Spirit of Environmental Stewardship.” The report updates progress on the company’s 2020 Sustainability Goals, Key Performance Indicators and recent awards received. “Waste Management has, for […]
more…3 Jan, 2018
Student Team from India wins Xylem Water Prize
RYE BROOK, N.Y., 18 December 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, congratulates the national team of India, winners of the Xylem Water Prize 2017, awarded at the 14th annual International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO). The theme of this year’s IJSO […]
more…3 Jan, 2018
New World Bank-Financed Project to Boost Tourism in Uttar Pradesh, India
WASHINGTON DC, 20 December 2017 (World Bank media release): A $40 million project, to India’s most populous state, Uttar Pradesh (UP), was approved by the World Bank Board of Executive Directors today to increase tourism-related benefits for local communities. Uttar Pradesh (UP) is one of India’s biggest cultural and tourist destinations, home to some of […]
more…15 Dec, 2017
Are travel & tourism advertisers unwittingly funding fake news?
NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — In new research, the Society for New Communications Research of The Conference Board (SNCR) concludes that big brand marketers are reluctant players in the world of online misinformation, or fake news. Nearly 50 percent of marketers do not know where their ads are running, due to programmatic advertising (or […]
more…15 Dec, 2017
4G mobile networks now cover nearly 100% of Australian population: Report
12 December 2017 (ACMA media release) – The Australian Communications and Media Authority’s (ACMA) Communications Report for 2016-17 shows that Australians are downloading, consuming and creating more content than ever before, with more than 3.1 million terabytes downloaded in the June 2017 quarter alone. The majority of the data was downloaded over fixed line broadband, […]
more…15 Dec, 2017
ASEAN integration boosting Malaysian SMEs, including tourism companies
KUALA LUMPUR, 12 December 2017, (Bernama) — The small and medium enterprises (SME) sector in Malaysia remain buoyant, with participants of the SME100 survey registering a 14.54 percent growth in revenue and a 6.93 percent growth in profit. This contrasts sharply with the GDP growth projection of 5.2 percent for the country as a whole. […]
more…9 Oct, 2017
Islamic University, Bank launch credit card
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) — AmBank Islamic Berhad (AmBank Islamic) and International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM) yesterday launched the AmBank Islamic – IIUM Credit Card at the IIUM campus in Gombak. Under this programme, AmBank Islamic cardholders can convert their AmBonus Points into cash contribution towards the IIUM Endowment Fund from a minimum […]
more…13 Sep, 2017
Hotel chains rated highly in America’s Most Trustworthy Brands Survey
SANTA ANA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–September 12, 2017 — Amazon is America’s most trustworthy brand following by Marriott, Microsoft, Hilton and Southwest Airlines. Hotels and electronics are the country’s most trusted brand categories while auto insurers and mobile communications rank lowest on the public trust spectrum. Those are the findings of a first-ever national survey and peer […]
more…2 Sep, 2017
First Command survey: Financial concerns prompting U.S. military families to rein in vacations
FORT WORTH, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–August 30, 2017 – Anxiety over the future of defense spending and the economy are prompting many of America’s career military families to rein in their summer vacation plans. First Command’s annual survey on summer vacation spending reveals that 84 percent of middle-class military families (commissioned officers and senior NCOs in pay […]
more…1 Sep, 2017
Shanghai to host Asia’s leading musical instruments fair, Oct 11-14
SHANGHAI, Sept. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Music China, known as one of the most reputable musical instruments fairs in the world, will be held on October 11-14, 2017 in Shanghai New International Expo Center. Launched in 2002, jointly organized by China Music Instrument Association (CMIA), Shanghai Intex Exhibition, and Messe Frankfurt, Music China now is […]
more…31 Aug, 2017
Africa visitor arrivals projected at 18 mln in 2017, driven by digitalisation, niche tourism
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Aug 30 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Market Research Company Euromonitor International revealed today the key trends shaping travel and tourism in Africa at the 41st Annual World Tourism Conference in Kigali, Rwanda. According to Euromonitor International’s new data, international arrivals to Africa are projected to grow by 6.5 percent in 2017, to […]
more…31 Aug, 2017
Business jet company launches app to promote one-way and empty leg flights
LONDON, Aug 30 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VistaJet, global aviation company, has launched VistaJet Direct, an app-based digital membership offering priority access to VistaJet’s one-way and empty leg flights at preferential rates. VistaJet sets another milestone of what the future of private travel will look like, becoming the only company in its sector to offer a […]
more…31 Aug, 2017
New Atlanta Stadium installs waterless urinals, saving annual water bill by $230,000
VISTA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–August 29, 2017— The new home for the Atlanta Falcons, Mercedes Benz Stadium, has just opened in Atlanta and has already been called the most environmentally responsible sports venue ever built. The stadium was first planned in 2007. Since then, there has been much more focus on green and sustainability issues. As a […]
more…29 Aug, 2017
Grants help Australian researchers and SMEs go global
Canberra, 17 August 2017, (Ministry of Industry News) –Eighteen Australian researchers and 11 small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) will share in $1.4 million in government grants to meet and collaborate with global partners to progress their ideas. The grants, under the Global Connections Fund, will provide seed funding to help viable Australian projects to grow in scope and […]
more…29 Aug, 2017
Malaysia wins bid to host World Congress of Surgery 2021
KUALA LUMPUR, 18 August 2017, (Bernama) — The International Society of Surgery (ISS) has announced that Malaysia will play host to the 49th World Congress of Surgery (WCS) in 2021. The announcement was made by ISS at the 47th WCS General Assembly, which is currently being held in Basel, Switzerland. The Malaysian delegations to this […]
more…29 Aug, 2017
Anzac Portal brings Australia’s war history to life
Australia, 17 August 2017, (DVA News) — Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Mr Dan Tehan today encouraged Australians to visit the Anzac Portal website after a recent renovation. The Anzac Portal website at http://www.anzacportal.dva.gov.au/ aims to promote awareness of Australia’s wartime history. Mr Tehan said the portal now contained information and educational resources spanning campaigns from […]
more…29 Aug, 2017
Malaysian E-sports academy kicks off with a Dota 2 Training Bootcamp
KUALA LUMPUR, 21 August 2017, (Bernama) — The Academy of Esports (AOES), Iskandar Malaysia’s first Esports education institute, was officially opened for registration from aspiring gamers and game enthusiasts; taking the future of Esports in Malaysia a step higher. During at an event at Makespace, Kuala Lumpur, AOES offers certification-level education and is powered by […]
more…29 Aug, 2017
12 global cities slated to participate in Asia’s biggest Smart City event
SHAH ALAM, Malaysia Aug 28 (Bernama) — Barcelona and Selangor have come together to collaborate on the Selangor Smart City & Future Commerce Convention 2017. The convention from 7 – 9 September at Setia City Convention Centre is set to be the first of its kind in the region to explore how smart, digital & […]
more…26 Aug, 2017
Chinese tourists can now use Alipay in all 242 Starbucks across Malaysia
HANGZHOU, China, Aug 25 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Alipay, the world’s largest online and mobile payment platform operated by Ant Financial Services Group (“Ant Financial”, “Ant”), is now available for Mainland Chinese tourists at all 242 Starbucks branches across Malaysia. Chinese tourists can find a nearest Starbucks through the in-app Discovery platform, and pay for their […]
more…26 Aug, 2017
New platform launched in Malaysia as a “One Stop Centre” for holistic tourism services
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) — TW Global Connections Sdn Bhd, also known as “Tours Wealth”, a uniquely positioned entity in the Tourism Industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with 22 Associate companies along with a Distributorship Agreement with Forest City, Johor; confirming collaboration of joint related Tourism activities benefitting Malaysia and ASEAN. […]
more…24 Aug, 2017
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Uncovers U.S. Passport Holders More Likely to Be Content with Their Lives
MCLEAN, Va., 17 August 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–Approximately 41 percent of Americans have a valid U.S. passport,1 and it turns out, that’s a good thing. Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton (NYSE: HLT), has uncovered that Americans with passports are more likely to be content with their lives than those who do not […]
more…17 Aug, 2017
New Analytics Product Helps Airbnb Hosts Compete with Hotels
DENVER, 16 August 2017, (PRNewswire) — Leading provider of vacation rental data AirDNA has released a cutting-edge market intelligence product to help professionalize the Airbnb host community. Market Minder displays key hospitality metrics for every Airbnb rental worldwide, enabling hosts to compete on the same level as hotel executives. In a simple, interactive dashboard complete […]
more…10 Aug, 2017
JetBlue Partners with Gladly to “put Humanity back into Air Travel”
SAN FRANCISCO & NEW YORK, 8 August 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–JetBlue (NASDAQ:JBLU) and Gladly, a modern customer service platform, today announced a partnership that will enable travelers to have one continuous conversation with JetBlue’s customer support team across multiple communication channels. Gladly’s people-centered approach empowers companies like JetBlue to humanize the customer service experience by treating […]
more…10 Aug, 2017
U.S. News & World Report Reveals 2017-18 Best Travel Rewards Programs
WASHINGTON, 9 August 2017, (PRNewswire-USNewswire) — U.S. News & World Report, publisher of Best Hotels, Best Cruise Lines and Best Vacations, today announced the 2017-18 Best Travel Rewards Programs. The annual rankings identify 26 hotel and airline loyalty programs with the most rewarding perks for everyday travelers. Marriott Rewards ranks No. 1 in Best Hotel […]
more…10 Aug, 2017
XE.com Global Payments Report: Top Reasons People Transfer the US$ around the World
SAN FRANCISCO, 8 August 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–XE.com, part of Euronet Worldwide, Inc., (NASDAQ: EEFT) one of the world’s largest global payments companies, today announced findings from its global payments report based on U.S. dollar transactions that shows when, where, and for what reasons U.S. residents transfer money around the world. “Now is a great time […]
more…10 Aug, 2017
ComPsych Wellness Report 2017: High Rate of Employees Taking Medication for Chronic Conditions
CHICAGO, 7 August 2017, (BUSINESS WIRE)–ComPsych today released its yearly aggregate report of health assessments across its book of business, including data from hundreds of thousands of employees of all ages, occupations, regions and industries. The report provides a snapshot of employee physical and emotional health as well as guidance for employers on how to […]
more…10 Aug, 2017
Last chance to enroll for unique Farm Tourism Course in the Philippines
Manila — Farm tourism is a fast-growing branch of sustainable tourism that offers additional and significant income for farmers and local communities. It offers tourists a respite from the city by going back to the simple, healthy and down-to-earth lifestyle of the countryside. This course aims to provide the basics of setting up your own […]
more…9 Aug, 2017
Entries for 21st Japan Media Arts Festival Now Open
Japan, Tokyo, 1 August 2017, (Kyodo JBN-AsiaNet) –The Japan Media Arts Festival Executive Committee is now accepting entries for the 21st Japan Media Arts Festival. All artists around the world, without distinction as to professional, amateur, independent, or commercial, are invited to submit their works to the four divisions — Art, Entertainment, Animation, and Manga. […]
more…9 Aug, 2017
Interbrand Releases First-Ever Best Asia Brands Study: Engage to Grow
SINGAPORE, 1 Aug 2017, (Bernama-Business Wire)–For the first time, Interbrand has carried out a comprehensive analysis of the best brands in Asia. The 2017 study compiles insights from Best Japan Brands, Best China Brands, Best Korea Brands and Best India Brands, while delving into how brands are growing within Australia and the markets of Southeast […]
more…5 Aug, 2017
The “Cooler Lumpur” Festival of Ideas returns for its fifth instalment 17-20 August
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) — Southeast Asia’s first and only festival of ideas, The Cooler Lumpur Festival, will be returning with its fifth edition – Notes from the Future – at its home ground Publika, Solaris Dutamas from 17 to 20 August 2017. The KL-centric festival that adopts specific themes each year, aims to […]
more…3 Aug, 2017
Ananda Hua Hin Resort & Spa Brings Luxury Stays to Thailand’s Nostalgic Seaside Destination
Thailand, Bangkok, 1 August 2017 — Ananda Hua Hin Resort & Spa is fast becoming a favoured family vacation choice for domestic and international travellers looking to combine a modern luxury escape with engaging multigenerational activities and in a classic beachside setting. The 196-key resort offers luxury, quality and convenience in abundance with a fresh, […]
more…1 Aug, 2017
Thai conglomerate to invest US$311 million in Maldives’ first multi-island resort
Republic of Maldives, Male, 31 July 2017, (PRNewswire) — Mr. Moosa Zameer, Minister of Tourism, joined Chairman of Singha Estate Public Company Limited, Mr. Chutinant Bhirombhakdi; Director, Chairman of Executive Committee, Mr. Chayanin Debhakam, D.B.A; Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Naris Cheyklin; and the company’s Chief Investment Officer, Mr. Thiti Thongbenjamas, at an official groundbreaking ceremony […]
more…1 Aug, 2017
Traveloka raises nearly US$500 million to tap potential of Southeast Asia travel market
JAKARTA, Indonesia, 31 July 2017,(PRNewswire) — Traveloka announced today that the company has raised approximately $500 million through investments from global online travel leader Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE), East Ventures, Hillhouse Capital Group, JD.com and Sequoia Capital within the last year. The investment by Expedia, Inc. will deepen the existing partnership in hotel supply, allowing Traveloka to provide even greater selection […]
more…27 Jul, 2017
UK 20-something fashion designer details harsh reality of modern dating in chatty, real-life memoir
LONDON, July 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Remember the story about the girl kissing a frog and how the frog turned into a charming Prince? Well, this is it, except for the turning into a charming Prince part. In her hilarious debut novel, Katie Miller writes candidly about the dating life of a twentysomething single girl and […]
more…27 Jul, 2017
Welk Resorts Files Suit Against Timeshare Exit Team For Alleged “Racketeering Scheme”
SAN DIEGO, 26 July 2017, BUSINESS WIRE –Welk Resorts, developer of family-friendly vacation resorts, has filed suit in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California against Reid Hein & Associates, operating as “Timeshare Exit Team,” and law firms in two states for allegedly operating a nationwide racketeering scheme to induce vacation owners to […]
more…27 Jul, 2017
87% of Retailers to Increase Use of AI in Customer Engagement During Next 24 Months – Research study
SUNNYVALE, Calif., 26 July 2017, BUSINESS WIRE —Linc, the customer care automation platform that powers digital experiences to strengthen brand/shopper relationships, today announced the release of its new research study, How AI Technology Will Transform Customer Engagement. In partnership with BrandGarage, this study highlights the overwhelming emphasis retail executives are placing on automated platforms to improve […]
more…21 Jul, 2017
U.S. Retailers Say Border Tax Would Shift Corporate Tax Burden to Consumers
WASHINGTON, 19 July 2017, BUSINESS WIRE–The National Retail Federation today urged Congress to reject a proposed border adjustment tax that would drive up the price of imported merchandise, saying the measure would force consumers to pay the cost of lowering taxes for large corporations. “The solution for reducing the corporate tax rate should not be […]
more…21 Jul, 2017
Wisconsin Tourism Flushes Competition for First-Ever International Toilet Awards
MADISON, Wis., 19 July 2017, BUSINESS WIRE–The Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s award case is so clogged with trophies – nearly 100 amassed in the last six years alone – it may need to call in a plumber to make room for this latest award. Wisconsin was the only destination in North America to be honored […]
more…17 Jul, 2017
Egencia survey – Business Travelers Expect to Manage Travel on All Devices
BELLEVUE, Washington, July 11, 2017, PRNewswire — Egencia®, the business travel arm of the Expedia group, announces results from its 4th edition Egencia Business Travel and Technology Survey* today, highlighting the increasing desire by business travelers for technology access and cross-device integration, along with greater productivity offerings, on the road. Instead of incentives such as […]
more…15 May, 2017
Taiwan’s Startup Wogogo Launches Tour Guide Platform
TAIPEI, Taiwan–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 12, 2017 – Taiwanese travel startup Wogogo has recently launched a tour guide platform, aiming to coordinate with local tourist guides to develop tours for travelers and serving them in a nice and simple way with exclusive and professional experiences, the company said on 12 May. Wogogo COO Muse Fang said the […]
more…12 May, 2017
Volvo Group Innovation Summit May 16 to Focus on Transport in Smart Cities of the Future
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, May 9, 2017, (PRNewswire) – With a focus on ‘Smart cities – infrastructure and transport of the future’, Volvo Group will host its inaugural Innovation Summit in London on May 16, 2017. Moderated by Richard Westcott, the BBC’s transport correspondent, the event will gather leading people from government, major transport systems, industry bodies […]
more…12 Apr, 2017
Applications open for Transparency Summer School on Integrity 2017, scholarships available
Calling all university students, graduates and young professionals under the age of 35 who are eager to learn how to make a stand against corruption: apply now for the Transparency School on Integrity (TISI) 2017, taking place during 10-16 July, 2017 in Vilnius, Lithuania. Since 2010, the School on Integrity has welcomed over 700 students, […]
more…23 Jan, 2017
Arabian Travel Mart launches 2017 exhibitor awards
Dubai, 18 January 2017, (ATM Press Release) – Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2017 exhibitors will be pulling out all the stops to showcase their creative and business flair at this year’s event as organiser, Reed Travel Exhibitions, reprises its popular Best Stand Awards initiative for a third year running. Launched in 2015, the awards recognise […]
more…23 Jan, 2017
2017 Metro Manila Tourism Forum to be held Feb 9-10
Manila — The 2017 Metro Manila Tourism Forum will be held on February 09-10, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Quezon City. This year, it commemorates the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in celebrating 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. As such, the theme will be “ASEAN: Enhancing City Tourism […]
more…18 Jan, 2017
Emirates introduces sustainable blankets made from 100% recycled plastic bottles
Dubai, UAE, 17 January 2017 – Emirates has introduced new sustainable blankets made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. The soft and warm blankets are made using ecoTHREAD™ patented technology and is now available in Economy Class on all long-haul Emirates flights. Each Emirates ecoTHREAD™ blanket is made from 28 recycled plastic bottles. With the latest […]
more…5 Jan, 2017
Panasonic Demonstrates “Companion” Robot at CES 2017
LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–January 04, 2017 – Panasonic Corporation of North America announced it has developed a “companion” robot with human-like movements and communication skills. The robot, developed as a proof of concept, debuts at the Panasonic booth (#12908) at CES 2017 in Las Vegas. “This test project builds on Panasonic’s innovations in robotics including battery […]
more…16 Dec, 2016
Pattaya Welcomes First KLY Hotel Designed For The Mobile Millennial Traveller
Pattaya, 16 December 2016 (Delivering Asia Communications media release) – KLY Unique Pattaya, the flagship property for the new KLY Hotels brand, opened recently in the heart of Thailand’s popular resort city. The hotel is positioned to challenge Pattaya’s established hospitality scene with a new property specifically designed for today’s millennial travellers. Meaning “chill out” […]
more…10 Oct, 2016
Herbalife survey: Millennials find physical activities difficult in the modern workplace
HONG KONG, Oct 6 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Herbalife Nutrition, a global nutrition company, has released findings from its Asia Pacific Millennials At Work Survey(1), showing that younger workers in Asia want to do more physical exercise while working, but they are finding it difficult to achieve this in the modern workplace. With the millennial generation […]
more…29 Sep, 2016
New Study Reveals The Role of Job Control In Burnout
Montreal, Canada, 24 September 2016, PRWEB –Some employees thrive on structure and routine, and prefer to have the details of their roles and tasks clearly outlined. However, preferring to follow rather than lead doesn’t necessarily imply a lack of desire for autonomy. In fact, according to research from PsychTests, employees who lack job control at work […]
more…29 Sep, 2016
Thomas Exchange Global Benefits from Post-Brexit Tourism Surge in London
London, UK, 26 September 2016, PRWEB UK –The situation is not entirely dire for the United Kingdom, following the monumental Brexit decision. While the decline in the value of the pound has made it more expensive for British citizens to leave, tourist arrivals in the UK have surged dramatically. Over 3 million additional tourists have […]
more…21 Sep, 2016
Wake Up! One in Three Meeting Attendees are Falling Asleep
MCLEAN, Va. 07 September 2016, (BUSINESS WIRE)–With one in three attendees falling asleep or feeling drowsy during a meeting, and productivity for the average meeting dropping around 2 p.m., it’s clear that corporate meetings need a new agenda. Attendees around the world are desperate for a change – and meeting professionals are taking notice. According […]
more…3 Sep, 2016
Survey: U.S. Businesses Overwhelmingly Concerned About Active Shooters, But Unprepared for Them
BURLINGTON, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–August 31, 2016 – Everbridge, a global enterprise software company that provides applications which automate the delivery of critical information to help keep people safe and businesses running, and Emergency Management and Safety (EMS) Solutions, a provider of professional consulting services in the area of incident management, business continuity planning and exercise design, […]
more…27 Jun, 2016
AHF: New Meningitis Outbreak Hits Gay Men in Los Angeles & OC
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 24, 2016 – Three years after a deadly strain of bacterial meningitis killed two Los Angeles gay men and a San Diego student, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials today issued a Department of Public Health (DPH) ‘Health Alert’ warning that a new outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease is once […]
more…24 Jun, 2016
London Offers Greatest Opportunities for UK Women in Tech, New Study Reveals
LONDON, June 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ –London’s tech community offers the greatest opportunities for British women in tech with 40 per cent of the entire country’s female tech workforce employed in the capital, according to research released during London Technology Week, and coinciding with Computer Weekly’s top 50 UK Women in Technology awards. The survey of […]
more…22 Jun, 2016
HealthSparq’s First Health Care Shopping Trends Report Explores the People Behind the Data
PORTLAND, Ore., 21 June 2016, (BUSINESS WIRE)–HealthSparq, a company dedicated to empowering people to comparison shop for their health care, today released a first-of-its-kind 2015 Health Care Shopping Trends Report that explores what matters most to health care shoppers. The report used data from 237,000 people who pulled 523,000 cost estimates using HealthSparq’s cost estimator tools in […]
more…22 Jun, 2016
Samsung Unveils Plan to spend $1.2 Billion on Research and Development of Internet of Things
WASHINGTON, 21 June 2016, Business Wire – Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman & CEO Dr. Oh-Hyun Kwon unveiled today Samsung’s vision for ‘Human-Centered IoT,’ including a strategy to spend $1.2 billion over 4 years for U.S.-based Internet of Things (IoT) R&D and investments. This will be led by the Samsung Strategy and Innovation Center, Global Innovation Center […]
more…15 Jun, 2016
Father’s Day Survey Reveals What U.S. Dads Want Most: A Vacation
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–American dads have spoken, and what they most want for Father’s Day this year is: a vacation. According to new research from Ebates, the online cash back shopping and subsidiary of the global internet services company Rakuten, loving children and spouses should be browsing for vacations and getaways, because Dad is hoping to get […]
more…14 Jun, 2016
Tourico Holidays Sees Strong Growth in U.S. Hotel Bookings from Europe, Asia
NEW ORLEANS, 9 June 2016, (BUSINESS WIRE)–Tourico Holidays, a leading wholesale travel brokerage, today shared data revealing a significant increase in year-over-year hotel bookings into the United States from Europe and Asia – with 20 percent growth and 19 percent growth respectively. The jump in inbound hotel activity was due, in large part, to a […]
more…4 May, 2016
Taiwan honoured at ATM for show of strength following recent earthquake
Dubai, 28 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the region’s leading travel industry showcase, has named Taiwan as the recipient of the New Frontiers Recovery Award 2016 at a special presentation that was also broadcast on ARN radio on the final day of the annual event. “We wanted to recognise Taiwan not […]
more…4 May, 2016
ATM 2016: BSI lays down guidelines for tapping into eco tourism
Dubai, 26 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – BSI, the world-leading business standards company and respected international certification body, provided a compelling case for organisations in the region to adopt international best practice standards and certifications during an interactive seminar session on day one of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2016, as Dubai Corporation for Tourism and […]
more…4 May, 2016
ATM 2016: Mid-Market Hotel Debate set to rage on through 2020
Dubai, 28 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – The influence of Millennials and their preference for quality over luxury, as well as the rise of a new breed of trendy and tech-friendly mid-market hotel brands, was the focus of a dedicated PwC-hosted panel session today (27 April 2016), with a line-up of international hoteliers stressing the […]
more…4 May, 2016
Empower women in hospitality, says DUKES boss
Dubai, 27 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – Women in the workforce have been in the spotlight in the UAE recently with three companies launched in recent weeks designed to help women find career roles – Hopscotch, Mums@Work and Making Mumpreneurs added to the recent announcement that eight women had been handed ministerial roles in the […]
more…4 May, 2016
Middle East traveller mobile transactions hit double digits
Dubai, 27 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – Newly released data from travel industry research authority, Phocuswright, has revealed that mobile transactions from Middle East travellers are set to hit double digits for the first time ever in 2016 as consumers become increasingly comfortable using their handheld devices for travel purchases. Addressing a full house […]
more…4 May, 2016
YouGov travel trends report released at ATM 2016
Dubai, 26 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – YouGov has unveiled the results of its latest Travel Booking Trends study for the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region today (26 April), day two of ATM 2016, with one of the key findings highlighting that 51% of respondents claim the concept of virtual […]
more…4 May, 2016
ATM 2016: Industry leaders map out sustainable future of UAE tourism
Dubai, 26 April 2016 , (ATM Press Release) – The Future of the UAE as a Global Tourism Hub was the headline session opener for the all-new Global Stage at ATM 2016 yesterday (Monday, 25 April 2016), as eight of the Emirate’s leading tourism and hospitality minds shared their experience and insight into opportunities for sustained […]
more…4 May, 2016
Five ATM 2016 exhibitors come out on top in Best Stand Awards
Dubai, 28 April 2016, (ATM Press Release) – The winners of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2016 Best Stand Awards were announced at a photo-call on the show floor on 27th April. The four-strong panel of judges had toured more than 423 main stand holders across 10 exhibition halls covering the full spectrum of the […]
more…5 Apr, 2016
Scandic Hotels Group Recognised as One of Sweden’s Most Gender Equal Listed Companies
STOCKHOLM, 29 March 2016, (BUSINESS WIRE) – Scandic is one of Sweden’s most equal opportunity employers. This was highlighted in AllBright’s recently published White List that also shows that every fifth business leader is a woman. In this respect, Scandic has three female leaders on its Executive Management team and two on its Board of Directors. […]
more…1 Apr, 2016
FedEx Releases 2016 Global Citizenship Report
MEMPHIS, Tenn, 29 March 2016, (BUSINESS WIRE) -FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) announced today the online release of its 2016 Global Citizenship Report (GCR), which details the company’s commitment to connect the world in responsible and resourceful ways. The report includes annual updates on the company’s environmental, community and economic development initiatives. Among the highlights of this […]
more…19 Feb, 2016
The Philippines accelerates plans to develop Halal tourism
Manila, February 17, 2016, CrescentRating media release – The Philippines is accelerating its plans to position itself as one of the world’s preferred destinations for Muslim tourists. The Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) has unveiled a series of initiatives as part of a major drive to create a long-term infrastructure across the country to diversify […]
more…19 Feb, 2016
Conference to offer insights on reaching Chinese and Russian consumers via online marketing and social media
Bangkok – February 18, 2016: In partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and in collaboration with Travel Media Applications, PATA Thailand Chapter and Digital Innovation Asia (DIA), the Digi.travel Thailand International Conference as well as the Digital Innovation Asia Awards Party will be hosted at the Four Points Hotel Bangkok on February 24th, […]
more…10 Nov, 2015
Want to Understand Female Mood Swings? There Is An App For That
(PRWEB) October 23, 2015 — FDThinking.com has released Twenty8Watch app for iPhone® and Apple Watch®. This daring new app gives men a witty and insightful day-to-day guide to better respond to the mysterious moods of women’s monthly cycles. Through its sleek and a smart countdown, Twenty8Watch notifies the user of the best approach to the […]
more…10 Nov, 2015
New Security Module Launched to Mitigate Risks to the Female Business Traveler
TREVOSE, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–November 03, 2015 – International SOS and Control Risks launched the latest module in its travel preparedness suite for business travelers, risk managers and expatriates. Women’s Security eLearning provides practical tips and actionable advice for the female traveler. Fely Bowen, Regional Security Manager for International SOS and Control Risks, explained: “Female travelers have different risk […]
more…29 Oct, 2015
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Releases 2014 Global Citizenship Report
STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–October 27, 2015 – Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) released its 2014 Global Reporting Index (GRI G4), outlining the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, community involvement, opportunities for associate development, and best practices in corporate governance. The Index follows previous publication of a full Global Citizenship report in 2014 […]
more…1 Sep, 2015
Air Astana launches tool to help passengers “bid” for upgrades
Almaty, 1st September 2015 – Air Astana, the national carrier of Kazakhstan, has launched MyUpgrade; an innovative online tool that enables existing economy class customers to bid for an upgrade to Business Class before their flight. The tool gives passengers the chance to name their own price, within a minimum and maximum range, to be […]
more…4 Aug, 2015
Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao Launches Exclusive ‘Meditation on the Mekong’ Experience
Hong Kong, 3rd August 2015 – Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang, Laos has launched an exclusive ‘Meditation on the Mekong’ experience, immersing guests in an integral cornerstone of Buddhism during an intimate tour of the country’s spiritual capital. Arranged in partnership with local meditation company Your Mind Retreat, this one-of-a-kind tour takes […]
more…4 Aug, 2015
Etihad Airways Deploys Luxury Travel B787-9 Dreamliner on Singapore Route
Singapore – Etihad Airways has set a new benchmark for luxury travel on the UAE-Singapore route with the start of daily Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner services on 1 August. Flight EY470 departed Abu Dhabi at 10pm on Saturday 1 August and touched down at Singapore’s Changi Airport at 10.15am the following day. The return flight EY473 […]
more…2 Jul, 2015
Silversea Cruises projects arrival of new ultra-luxury flagship in April 2017
Hong Kong– July 2, 2015)– Silversea Cruises has announced that their new flagship, the “Silver Muse”, is to be delivered in April 2017. The ultra-luxury ship is being built by Fincantieri and at 40,000 grt accommodates 596 guests, representing an exciting evolution of the Silver Spirit that will redefine ocean travel, enhancing the small-ship intimacy […]
more…2 Jul, 2015
125 CEOs, Business Leaders Call for Accurate Labelling to Identify Food Containing GMOs
WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–July 01, 2015 – One hundred twenty-five (125) U.S. CEOs and business leaders from across the country called on President Barack Obama to keep his 2007 campaign pledge to give Americans the right to know what is in their food by directing the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to require food companies to label […]
more…1 Jul, 2015
Vietnam Airlines becomes world’s second operator of the A350 XWB
Ho Chi Minh City, 30 June 2015, (Vietnam Airlines media release) – Vietnam Airlines has become the second airline in the world to operate the all-new A350 XWB, following a special ceremony in Toulouse yesterday. The A350-900 aircraft was delivered to global lessor AerCap on lease to the airline for operation on long haul routes […]
more…1 Jul, 2015
DOCOMO launches Free Wi-Fi Service for Overseas Climbers to Use on Mt. Fuji
TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 30, 2015 — NTT DOCOMO, INC. (TOKYO:9437) (NYSE:DCM), the Japanese mobile operator that provides each customer with innovative, convenient and secure mobile services, announced today the launch of a free Wi-Fi® service in collaboration with Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures to encourage overseas climbers to make use of DOCOMO’s Wi-Fi network on the slopes […]
more…30 Jun, 2015
Lux* Maldives rolls out project to conserve coral reefs
26 June 2015 (Media Release) — The LUX* Maldives Marine Biologist Center is to start implementing a coral reef monitoring project as part of continuing efforts to safeguard the biodiversity and resilience of coral reefs throughout the South Ari Atoll. The project aims to preserve and protect the marine ecosystems around Dhidhoofinolhu island and increase […]
more…30 Jun, 2015
European Cities Marketing opens membership to national and regional organisations
Dijon, France, 26 June 2015 (ECM media release) – While keeping its focus on city tourism, European Cities Marketing, the leading association of cities in Europe, opens the door to regional or national tourist offices, convention bureaux and multi-functional urban marketing agencies established by regions or nations in Europe. During its last General Assembly in […]
more…30 Jun, 2015
Mandarin Oriental to manage second luxury property in Beijing
Hong Kong, 29 June 2015 (Mandarin Oriental media release) – Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage its second luxury property in the heart of Beijing, scheduled to open in 2017, in the Wangfujing district of the capital city. Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing will be located in the new premier mixed use […]
more…30 Jun, 2015
Unicorn Hospitality Signs Sales & Marketing Pact With Maekok River Village Resort
BANGKOK, 29 June, 2015 – Hotel management consultancy Unicorn Hospitality has signed an agreement to manage Maekok River Village Resort in Chiang Mai for global sales and marketing, as the company continues its growth by focusing on representing small and medium-sized boutique hotels and resorts in Thailand. Maekok River Village Resort in Chiang Mai is […]
more…27 Jun, 2015
Healthier Lifestyles Pumping Up Global Sports and Energy Drinks Markets, mainly in Asia-Pacific
Wellesley, Mass. (PRWEB), June 25, 2015 – Rapidly growing economies in China and India have significantly increased demand for sports foods in the past 10 years. BCC Research predicts in its new report that these emerging markets will approach and even surpass double-digit growth rates from 2015 to 2020. The global market for sports nutrition […]
more…27 Jun, 2015
UnionPay cards now accepted for Turkey’s E-Visa application
2015-06-17, UnionPay media release – Tourists who have recent plans to travel to Turkey will find that they can pay the visa fee by UnionPay cards as they apply for an E-Visa. UnionPay International announced today Turkey’s electronic visa application page is now accepting UnionPay cards (card number starting with 62), providing more convenient and […]
more…27 Jun, 2015
New assessment system to test if Malaysian graduates are ready for work
Selangor, Malaysia, Jun, 24 2015 – (ACN Newswire) – Researchers in Malaysia are recommending an assessment tool for measuring whether university graduates have the practical skills required to enter the work force. Called the Graduate Employability Model (GEM), this tool would aim to address employability issues that currently plague Malaysian higher education. According to the […]
more…26 Jun, 2015
Six Senses Enters China with the opening of Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain
QING CHENG MOUNTAIN, China – June 25, 2015 (Six Senses media release) – One of the world’s most anticipated new resorts and Six Senses entrée into China, Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain will have its preview opening on August 1, 2015. Located at the picturesque gateway to the country’s majestic Qing Cheng mountains, Six Senses […]
more…26 Jun, 2015
Hanging Gardens Ubud unveils new spa collection
Ubud, Bali (Hanging Gardens Ubud media release), June 24, 2015 — Due to high demand to share the magic of its gardens, this unique resort, home of the ‘world’s best pool’, has created ‘30° – a Spa Collection at Hanging Gardens Ubud’. The name is inspired by the steep slopes of the expansive resort gardens, […]
more…25 Jun, 2015
2015 SITE Global Conference set for Oct 23-35 in India
New Delhi, India is the host for this year’s SITE Global Conference, 23-25 October. It is the one time of the year when the global incentive travel community comes together to network and celebrate the incentive travel industry, while also learning how to conduct business with the destination. The conference promises to be a trip […]
more…25 Jun, 2015
EQ Travel Launch Online Service for SMEs with Standard Transaction Fee
MITCHAM, England–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 24, 2015 — Scottish based EQ Travel Management has launched a bespoke travel service for SME’s called EQ Online. EQ Online means that users can book rail travel, flights, car hire and hotels via an online booking tool with a standard transaction fee per online booking. The service is perfect for business […]
more…24 Jun, 2015
New report identifies challenges faced by women journalists in Asia-Pacific media
BANGKOK, June 23, 2015 UNESCO BANGKOK PRESS RELEASE – There are more women media professionals than ever in many countries across Asia-Pacific, but they still represent only three out of 10 newsroom staff, often earn less than their male counterparts and are subject to sexual harassment, while struggling to reach decision-making positions. These are some […]
more…24 Jun, 2015
Pentahotels opens second Hong Kong property
Hong Kong – June 23, 2015: (Pentahotels media release) — Pentahotels continues its regional growth with the opening of a second Hong Kong hotel, introducing the brand’s “neighbourhood lifestyle” concept to a new Hong Kong home. Luks Industrial Company Ltd., the Hong Kong-based owners of the property, has appointed pentahotels to manage the 298-room pentahotel […]
more…24 Jun, 2015
Carlson Wagonlit report charts Five Major Trends Impacting Travel Programs
SINGAPORE, 24 June 2015 (CWT media release) – Business travelers are continuing to adopt new tools and apps inspired by the leisure travel and retail sectors, while catching on to widespread trends such as the sharing economy. Key innovations such as Big Data, virtual credit cards and social media are all paving the way for […]
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