Choice Hotels Withdraws Exchange Offer and Expands Share Repurchase Program: Update on Wyndham Acquisition Proposal

Announces Expiration of Exchange Offer and Withdrawal of Independent Director Candidates for Election at Wyndham’s 2024 Annual Meeting Increases Share Repurchase Authorization (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels International, Inc. provided an update on its exchange offer to acquire Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc., announcing the expiration of the offer and the withdrawal of its independent director candidates… Read the full press release

Heathrow Airport Teams Up with British Fashion Council for Exclusive Designer Tote Bag Collection

A collection of exclusive designer bags launches at Heathrow ahead of London Fashion Week The line has been created to mark 30 years of the British Fashion Council NEWGEN initiative To launch the range, Heathrow is offering passengers the chance to win backstage access to London Fashion Week and an overnight stay at Treehouse London… Read the full press release

Eurowings Partners with SITA for Real-Time Baggage Tracking to Enhance Passenger Experience

SITA Bag Journey will also help the airline to track bags in real time (IN SHORT) Eurowings has signed a five-year contract with SITA to implement SITA Bag Journey, a real-time tracking solution for passenger bags throughout their entire journey. This partnership aims to enhance the baggage experience for passengers, streamline baggage operations, and reduce… Read the full press release

Marriott Expands “Check Out for Children” Donation Program in Multiple Regions

Marriott Relaunches and Expands its Donation Program in the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific (IN SHORT) Marriott International has partnered with UNICEF to relaunch and expand its “Check Out for Children” donation program, coinciding with World Children’s Day. The initiative encourages guests at Marriott properties to make voluntary contributions for each… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Anthropologie Partner to Elevate Guest Experience with Complimentary Accessory Collection

Kimpton’s Forgot It? We’ve Got It! programme tackles travellers’ fear of forgotten fashion items (IN SHORT) Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is enhancing its guest experience by teaming up with Anthropologie to offer complimentary access to a curated selection of accessories, including bags, belts, and bracelets, to guests at its… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Houston partners with Vivrelle to offer guests luxury accessories

Houston’s downtown destination is first in the South with exclusive offering Houston, U.S.A., 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Houston, named the #1 hotel in Houston and the #19 hotel in the world by Condé Nast Traveler, announces its new partnership with Vivrelle, the first-of-its-kind membership club offering access to a shared closet of designer handbags… Read the full press release

Fiji Airways implements piece based baggage policy

Nadi, Fiji, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — A new “piece based baggage policy” adopted by Fiji Airways will offer guests more convenient travel with less bulky luggage. The National Carrier is moving away from the weight based policy for Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the Pacific Islands to enhance the experience of our guests… Read the full press release

Sustainable Tourism: Everything You Should Know

LONDON, 2022-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — With climate change and overtourism affecting our daily lives, sustainability and mindfulness have entered the global travel discussion. Acting in ways to better our communities and our worlds has shifted from general environmental concern to activism in specific spaces, including the tourism industry. So, precisely what is sustainable… Read the full press release

Workations, The Future? Or Just Another Travel Trend

LOS ANGELES, 2022-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — There is no doubt that the pandemic has had a tremendous impact on how we live and work today. The past two and half years have seen an overhaul of a system we once imagined untouchable. Terms like hybrid work and remote work sprung forth in a… Read the full press release

10 Essential Safety Tips for Solo Travelers

LONDON, 2022-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Nothing beats a long stare outside the airplane window lost in thought. Solo travel is one of the most therapeutic experiences especially when you want to beat the accustomed milieu. I was much inspired to take this valiant step for the first time in 2019 after reading Cheryl… Read the full press release

British Airways teams up with Trunki to launch limited-edition suitcase for its young flyers

British Airways has partnered with British brand Trunki to create a limited-edition suitcase for its young flyers ahead of the summer holidays The innovative ride-on suitcase has been exclusively designed for the airline and named Amelia the Aeroplane The suitcase will be available for customers to purchase from £45 London, UK, 2022-Jun-16 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release

Emirates launches limited edition of special items that celebrates UAE’s Golden Jubilee

Commemorative jubilee mementos serve as timeless reminder of nation’s celebrations Dubai, U.A.E., 2021-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Just in time for the UAE’s Golden Jubilee, Emirates Official Store has released a limited edition, curated collection of special items that celebrate the journey and achievements of the nation that Emirates calls home. Aviation lovers living… Read the full press release

(UK) Snowstorm Technologies selects CTW as their preferred airline shopping platform

London, UK, 2021-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Snowstorm Technologies is a global leader in providing innovative solutions to travel companies of all shapes and sizes. It’s OneWurld agent desktop sets the standard for collaborative booking solutions, allowing agents and their customers seamless access throughout the travel cycle – from shopping to booking to trip… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways introduces a luxurious range of toiletries from diptyque

Airline provides bespoke sensory experiences for premium passengers on board and in global premium lounges The airline introduces a luxurious range of toiletries from immersive niche brand, diptyque DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has introduced a new line of luxurious toiletries for premium passengers. Created by the pioneering parfumerie maison… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Milan launches the ultimate luxury accommodation package for jewellery lovers

Hong Kong, China, 2019-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Milan has launched the ultimate luxury accommodation package for jewellery lovers this festive season. Guests wishing to immerse themselves in the hotel’s five-star comforts, an extraordinary exhibition by elite jewellers Van Cleef & Arpels and everything else Italy’s fashion capital has to offer can book A… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with BRIC’s limited edition pink themed amenity kits

Airline committed to raise awareness of breast cancer through its annual initiative DOHA, Qatar, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways passengers travelling on long-haul flights in First Class and Business Class are being presented with BRIC’s limited edition pink themed amenity kits during the month of October, marking the airline’s annual support for… Read the full press release

Ready for take-off: US Airlines ranked by negative Twitter mentions

Warwick, RI, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Social media is bridging the gap between brands and customer experience, allowing consumers to voice their opinions in real-time for the whole world to see. We all know poor reviews and negative comments can make or break a brand’s reputation. With 330 million active users, Twitter, in… Read the full press release

Air France equips its A320 and A321 aircraft with Safran Cabin’s latest ECOS luggage compartments

On its domestic and European network, Air France is continuing to improve its customers’ travel experience by offering them more space to store their cabin luggage as from 2020. Paris, France, 2019-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Air France is the first airline in the world to choose Safran Cabin’s latest ECOS luggage compartments to equip its A320… Read the full press release

MSC Cruises unveils Summer 2020 offerings

The introduction of MSC Grandiosa to the fleet will offer guests the opportunity to rediscover the gems of the Mediterranean Guests looking for more flexibility can book onto MSC Cruises’ butterfly cruises A new itinerary for Asia is announced for MSC Bellissima Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The greatest experiences are the ones… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport unveils autumn’s pop-up store selection

Finnish experiences and sustainability are emphasized when choosing new pop-ups at the airport. See the autumn’s pop-up selection below. Vantaa, Finland, 2019-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — During the summer, Helsinki Airport added two new Finnish brands to its selection. Private Case and Viaminnet, both of whose focus is on local craftsmanship and sustainable production, launched new… Read the full press release

dnata’s DUBZ opens new ‘check-in station’ in The Dubai Mall

Dubai, UAE, 2019-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — DUBZ, a leading baggage technology and logistics company and part of dnata, has opened a new ‘check-in station’ in The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination, to offer airline passengers another convenient option to take advantage of its innovative services. The station is… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport trials self-service baggage drop-off desks

BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2019-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Self-service baggage drop-off desks were commissioned by Budapest Airport at Liszt Ferenc International Airport. Thanks to the system currently under trial operation, the process of checking in bags becomes faster and more convenient for passengers. The trial operation of 2-2 new self-service baggage drop-off desks is already underway… Read the full press release

The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts unveils a limited-edition capsule collection of jewelry and accessories designed by Mercedes Salazar

Designer Mercedes Salazar Translates the Indigenous Allure of The Luxury Collection’s Unique Hotels and Resorts in Mexico and the Country’s Vibrant Culture into an Exclusive Line of Jewelry and Accessories New York, NY, 2019-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts is unveiling a limited-edition capsule collection of jewelry and accessories designed… Read the full press release

LUX* Resorts & Hotels announces collaboration with Parisian jewellery designer Elise Tsikis

Belle Mare, Mauritius, 2019-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* Resorts & Hotels are excited to announce a collaboration with Elise Tsikis – the young Parisian jewellery designer who is fast becoming a name to know. LUX* gave Elise complete freedom to create a unique collection. A collaboration that entailed months of hard work and musing to conceive jewellery… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways celebrates Qatar National Day with custom-made amenity kits featuring images of popular sites in Qatar

Airline will offer custom-designed amenity kits to all customers, as well as a special on-board menu featuring traditional desserts Discounts of up to 25 per cent off in Premium Class and 35 per cent off in Economy Class, with triple Qmiles in Premium and double Qmiles in Economy DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Dec-19 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release

British Airways partners with Bremont to launch a limited-edition timepiece that features metal from the most famous and iconic planes in history – Concorde

LONDON, UK, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is proud to partner with luxury British watchmakers Bremont on the launch of a new limited-edition timepiece that features metal from one of the most famous and iconic planes in history – Concorde. Ahead of the airline’s centenary celebrations next year, the special edition watch was… Read the full press release

Wizz Air introduces SITA WorldTracer® to speed up the repatriation of mishandled bags to passengers

WorldTracer remains the most widely used system to track mishandled bags globally.  Budapest, Hungary, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — In a commitment to improve baggage services, Wizz Air, the fastest growing airline in Europe and the leading low cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, has introduced SITA WorldTracer® to speed up the repatriation of mishandled… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free opens TUMI’s first ever duty free pop-up store in the Middle East

Passengers travelling through HIA can personalise their TUMI products at the store DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Sep-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has partnered with TUMI to launch TUMI’s first ever duty free pop-up store in the Middle East. The TUMI store will be the ultimate destination for travellers looking for a unique… Read the full press release

easyJet partners with AirPortr to give passengers the option to check their luggage in online and collected from their doorstep

easyJet passengers can now check-in luggage from home LUTON, England, 2018-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has launched a partnership with home bag drop service AirPortr, giving passengers travelling from London Gatwick the option to check their luggage in online and then have it collected from their doorstep by friendly, professional drivers… Read the full press release

Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart

Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart Leading travel tech start-up programme led by Expedia Affiliate Network and Hotels.com   London, UK , 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Luggage storage start-up, Stasher, has won Hotel Jumpstart, a mentorship-driven accelerator programme for innovative travel tech start-ups led by Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) and… Read the full press release