(IN SHORT) Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is set to open its first property in the Dominican Republic with Kimpton Las Mercedes, located in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City neighborhood. Owned by Megeve Investment Office S.A.S and operated by Iberostar Group, this boutique luxury hotel will feature 130 guest rooms,… Read the full press release
The region continued meaningful expansion across all segments from midscale to all-inclusive, and residential to luxury; conversions remained a main driver of growth. (IN SHORT) Marriott International reports significant growth in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region in 2023, nearly doubling its number of organic deal signings compared to the previous year, totaling 57… Read the full press release
Idyllically situated on the northern tip of St. Lucia, Cas en Bas Beach Resort will offer a distinctly modern and personalized getaway in a tropical paradise (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Wellington Estates announce the forthcoming debut of Cas en Bas Beach Resort, marking the introduction of the Destination by Hyatt brand in the… Read the full press release
The 688-room adults-only resort blends modern luxury with a romantic atmosphere offering an ideal escape for couples (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Secrets Tides Punta Cana, an adults-only resort in the Dominican Republic, adding to their growing leisure portfolio in the Caribbean. With 688 rooms, this beachfront resort offers a… Read the full press release
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
Interline activated today for travel immediately Seamless connectivity for customers to 70 points operated by both airlines The partnership will also offer Emirates Skywards members a chance to earn and redeem miles across Condor’s network (IN SHORT) Emirates and Condor Airlines have initiated a reciprocal interline partnership to provide travelers with expanded connectivity options and… Read the full press release
Kansas City, MO, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In March 2023 Southwest Airlines announced that the carrier will increase its presence at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) with new routes and increased service. On Saturday, October 7 the carrier will launch new weekly nonstop service to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica… Read the full press release
Expected to open in summer 2024, Hyatt Regency Panama City will help Hyatt grow its brand in a bustling leisure and business travel market CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) in collaboration with Hotel Properties of Panama Inc., announced the planned expansion of the Hyatt Regency brand in the Latin… Read the full press release
Saint Lucia, Caribbean, 2023-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The finest travel brands from across the Caribbean and the Americas have been unveiled at a glittering Gala Ceremony in Saint Lucia. The industry elite travelled from across the region to the paradise island for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023 to find… Read the full press release
Members can now earn Marriott Bonvoy Points at City Express by Marriott properties across the Caribbean and Latin America BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced that City Express by Marriott properties have transitioned into the company’s award-winning travel program and marketplace, Marriott Bonvoy. Members can now earn points at nearly… Read the full press release
Six ships to serve the Caribbean Sea with a huge range of itineraries from Miami, Port Canaveral (Orlando), New York City and Martinique In the Mediterranean, MSC World Europa, the trail-blazing first of the line’s futuristic World Class ships, will entranse guests with her design and onboard amenities MSC Euribia’s new deployment in the Middle… Read the full press release
MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives has won the title of ‘Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year’’ in the UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022, held at London’s Royal Automobile Club on the 19th of January 2023. The Maldives secured the title competing against destinations such as Canada, Ecuador,… Read the full press release
Marriott International announced that the company’s deal signings accelerated again in 2022. BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — At the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in Los Angeles, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) announced that the company’s deal signings accelerated again in 2022. The company signed an average of two deals a day,… Read the full press release
The game‑changing hotel brand continues its Caribbean and Latin America expansion with opening of Tru by Hilton Monterrey Fundidora MCLEAN, Va., 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — In a year of continued growth, Hilton’s (NYSE: HLT) innovative hotel brand, Tru by Hilton, officially announces the opening of its first property in Mexico and its second in the… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Annual traffic results published by VINCI Airports show that London Gatwick Airport served 32.8 million passengers in 2022, which represents 71% of pre-pandemic (2019) numbers. This follows the airport welcoming only 6.3 million passengers in 2021. Gatwick Airport’s strong recovery is further evidenced by its increased long-haul connectivity,… Read the full press release
Upgrade Your Horizon’ Offers FREE 2-Category Suite Upgrade and Reduced Deposits Across More Than 400 Voyages to Over 500 Ports of Call Through 2025 Plus, Savings of up to 20% on Select European Voyages MIAMI, FL, 2023-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, is launching Upgrade Your Horizon, inviting guests to enjoy An Unrivaled Experience™… Read the full press release
Year-round and Summer Cruises Across Eight Ships and 20 Destinations Make for a Lineup of Adventures in the Eastern, Southern and Western Caribbean MIAMI, FL, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — On the heels of winning “Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean” for the 20th year in a row*, Royal Caribbean International has introduced its 2024-2025 year-long and… Read the full press release
The ultra-not-expensive airline signals now is the time to escape the cold, with more frequent, affordable and convenient options this winter CALGARY, AB, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Dec. 12, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, is setting its sights south with newly added flights to Mexico and the Caribbean from Hamilton, Toronto,… Read the full press release
Industry veteran brings more than 20 years of Four Seasons experience to the Caribbean’s iconic luxury resort Nevis, West Indies, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis, the award-winning Resort consistently ranked by travellers and travel experts as one of the top resorts in the Caribbean, has named Billy Cueto as its new General Manager…. Read the full press release
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, 2022-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — This year for Black Friday & Cyber Monday, more than two dozen accommodation providers and experiences in Saint Lucia – from luxury hotels to rain forest tours – are providing discounts up to 80% off. Offers include discounts on room rates, hotel upgrades, resort credits, Pitons… Read the full press release
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — On commencement of the winter schedule (28 October 2022 through 25 March 2023), KLM’s network will embrace a total of 163 destinations: 92 European and 71 intercontinental. The new destinations taken up in the network are Nantes in France, Rovaniemi in Finland, Aarhus in Denmark and Katowice… Read the full press release
With a strong leisure-focused pipeline in Latin America and the Caribbean, Hyatt is expected to add more than 20 new hotels through 2024 CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (September 21, 2022) strategic brand growth in the Latin America and Caribbean region with a strong development pipeline… Read the full press release
Jamaica, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The finest travel brands from across the Americas and the Caribbean have been unveiled at a star-studded Gala Ceremony in Jamaica. The elite of the travel industry assembled for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & The America’s Gala Ceremony 2022 to find out who amongst them had been crowned… Read the full press release
The second edition of the competition creates more regional matches and rivalries – throughout 2022 and 2023 The multi-year partnership agreement kicked off with the Concacaf Gold Cup 2021 DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The multi-year sponsorship agreement between Qatar Airways and Concacaf enters its second year, with the airline taking centre… Read the full press release
Americas, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Save the Children Dominican Republic have launched a new challenge to promote the development of educational ideas and experiences through the tourism sector in Central America and the Caribbean. The challenge seeks innovative and technological proposals in ‘Early Stage’ development that offer new educational… Read the full press release
Bangkok, Thailand, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, which blends contemporary design with traditional Thai hospitality and old-world charm, has been listed in the 2022 Top 500 Hotels in the World by Travel and Leisure Magazine. This year’s T+L 500 is derived from the results of the 2021 World’s Best Awards… Read the full press release
Beginning June 5, Southwest offers San Diego Customers more California service with 20 weekday flights to both San Jose and Sacramento, and 14 weekday flights to Oakland San Jose grows with additional California service and more flights to the Pacific Northwest Southwest also brings more interisland flights within the State of Hawaii DALLAS, TX, 2022-Apr-13… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2022-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick reopens its South Terminal today (27/03/2022) and has gone from an airport with about 300 flights a day (26 March) to one operating around 570 flights (27 March) – making it the equivalent of opening a medium-sized airport overnight. Gatwick and its partners – including airlines,… Read the full press release
New System, Powered By Priceline, Has Thousands of Hotel Options for Pre- and Post-cruise Adventures MIAMI, FL, 2022-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (March 16, 2022), Royal Caribbean International launched a hotel booking engine to make it easy for vacationers to opt in for additional days of adventure before or after their cruise. Royal Caribbean… Read the full press release
MSC Meraviglia to sail itineraries beginning in April 2023 ranging from sun-drenched Caribbean including Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in The Bahamas, Bermuda through to breathtaking Canada Strong focus on international travellers given New York’s comprehensive and convenient year-round air links Sales for the summer 2023 season open tomorrow – 9 March Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-Mar-10… Read the full press release