Aer Lingus Regional launches service to Glasgow from George Best Belfast City Airport

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Stobart Air, has today (20 May 2021) announced it will add a Glasgow service to its route network from George Best Belfast City Airport from 1st July 2021. The new Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) route will initially… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines launches daily nonstop service between Seattle and Cincinnati

Airline now serves 95 nonstop destinations from its Pacific Northwest hub SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — As travelers take to the skies again, Alaska Airlines is ready to provide its guests with a brand-new destination: Cincinnati. Daily nonstop service between Seattle and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) starts today, May 20. The pandemic delayed the original start… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific highlights its commitment to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 at its Sustainable Development Report 2020

Sustainable Aviation Fuel, carbon offsetting and reducing emissions are key to achieving greener aviation Hong Kong, China, 2021-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cathay Pacific Group has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, becoming one of the first airlines in Asia to establish a timeline for making carbon neutrality a reality. The… Read the full press release

Accor ‘Unveils the World’ with new global campaign celebrating the return of leisure travel and vacations abroad

Launch of WORLDWIDE CAMPAIGN, STARRING LIL BUCK, DOMINIQUE MIRAMBEAU AND MAO XIAOXING, AIMS AT REIGNITING THE LOVE OF TRAVEL PARIS, France, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor, a global hospitality leader, is pleased to announce its “Unveil the World” campaign – a celebration of the return to travel, the approach of summer, and the joy… Read the full press release

San Diego International Airport welcomes Southwest Airlines’ expanded service to Hawaii

SAN DIEGO, CA, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines has announced it will expand service to Hawaii from San Diego International Airport (SAN) by adding nonstop service to three Hawaiian cities and expanding their Honolulu service from one flight daily to two flights daily beginning June 6. New nonstop service from San Diego International Airport to: City/Airport… Read the full press release

Oman Air rolls out COVID cargolifts to help transport critical medical aid to India

Airline will guarantee 10 tons of cargo space at no charge for the next 15 days to help transport critical medical aid from its hub in Muscat to various cities across India.  Muscat, Oman, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has activated an emergency cargolift… Read the full press release

Viking to restart its European river operations in July 2021

“Welcome Back” Collection Now Includes Select River Itineraries in Portugal, France and Along the Rhine Los Angeles, CA, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.viking.com) announced today (May 19, 2021) that it will restart its European river operations in July 2021 with select itineraries in Portugal, France and along the Rhine. Offered exclusively for… Read the full press release

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts unveils the newly renovated Sheraton Istanbul Levent

Located in the financial district of Istanbul, the hotel is set to be the new hub for locals and travellers to connect and collaborate ISTANBUL, TURKEY, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, unveils Sheraton Istanbul Levent. The newly renovated hotel exemplifies the… Read the full press release

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts launches Global Programme “Au Soleil by Le Méridien” to Encourage Guests to savour endless summers

Global Programme “Au Soleil by Le Méridien” Encourages Guests to Channel the Spirit of a Chic European Summer All Year Round BETHESDA, MD, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, is helping sun-seekers savour the simple joys of the season this summer and… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy announces the opening of Aloft Al Mina, Dubai and Element Al Mina, Dubai

Collectively adding 288 guestrooms to the energetic city, the new distinctive hotels offer vibrant spaces and home comforts close to Dubai’s famed attractions BETHESDA, MD, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, today (MAY 17, 2021) announced the expansion of Aloft Hotels and Element Hotels in the United Arab… Read the full press release

Marriott International to debut Moxy Hotels brand to Montreal

The first Moxy Hotel located in Quebec is expected to open in 2024 BETHESDA, MD, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (MAY 18, 2021) announced it has signed an agreement with RIMAP Hospitality to debut the company’s playful and spirited Moxy Hotels brand to Montreal. Situated in downtown Montreal, the hotel will… Read the full press release

IHG announces plans of opening at least 7 hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The latest signing is aligned with IHG’s strategy to expand presence in the Kingdom, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Master Development Agreement (MDA) with RIVA Development Company via… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Holiday Inn Yerevan-Republic Square, the first Holiday Inn in Armenia

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (19 MAY 2021) announces the opening of the first Holiday Inn in Armenia, Holiday Inn Yerevan-Republic Square, located in the city centre. Opening under a management agreement with “SGI Invest” LTD, the hotel is… Read the full press release

VisitScotland welcomes the appointment of Ivan McKee MSP as Minister for Business, Trade, Tourism and Enterprise

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2021-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitScotland Chief Executive Malcolm Roughead has welcomed the appointment of Ivan McKee MSP as Minister for Business, Trade, Tourism and Enterprise. His appointment was confirmed today (May 19 2021) in the First Minister’s new ministerial team to support Kate Forbes MSP, who was confirmed as the Cabinet… Read the full press release

Lufthansa City Center and OneWurld, A division of Snowstorm Technologies (UK) Ltd. announce preferred global partnership

A shared vision for the necessity of combining online and offline travel services London, UK, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — A trusted travel management company or travel agency will play an increasingly vital role as travel gathers momentum. The traveller is looking for a partner who is there with them both online and offline,… Read the full press release

Emirates and Huawei to further extend its existing partnership

Enhanced collaboration will see Emirates as a key partner of Huawei’s ecosystem Dubai, UAE, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates today (18 May 2021) announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Huawei, one of the world’s top tech brands, to further extend its existing partnership. The enhanced collaboration will allow… Read the full press release

Emirates and flydubai announce strategic codeshare partnership

Joint network to reach 168 passenger destinations by end of May Nearly 500,000 customers have flown with reactivated partnership since September 2020 Dubai, UAE, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and flydubai are delivering on their customer promise to reintroduce more convenience, choice and seamless connectivity for travellers across their combined network, which is… Read the full press release

Emirates received official government delegation from Egypt at Arabian Travel Market

Dubai, UAE, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, along with H.E. Sultan Al Mansouri, received an official government delegation from Egypt at Arabian Travel Market, the Middle East’s leading travel and tourism exhibition. The Egyptian government delegation was headed… Read the full press release

Emirates’ visited by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum at the 2021 Arabian Travel Market (ATM)

Airline showcases its Premium Economy seats and refreshed onboard products DUBAI, U.A.E, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the Official Airline of the 2021 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), welcomed His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum to its stand as he opened the region’s largest travel and tourism trade event and the first… Read the full press release

Anantara’s resorts on the islands of Koh Samui and Phuket first in Thailand to have 100% of all team members vaccinated

Bangkok, Thailand,, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara’s five resorts located on the islands of Koh Samui and Phuket have become the brands first in Thailand to have 100% of all qualified team members vaccinated as part of its strong commitment to safeguarding visiting guests against the spread of COVID-19. The vaccination drive has… Read the full press release

Cinder House at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis promotes Peter Slay to Chef de Cuisine

St. Louis, U.S.A., 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — With his family history rooted in hospitality and experience working at top rated restaurants along inspiring mentors, Cinder House at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis is proud to announce the promotion of Peter Slay to Chef de Cuisine. Better known as Pete, his interest in the culinary industry started at a young… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Amman wins 2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award

The Hotel’s great traveler reviews earn it a place among travelers’ favourites in Jordan Amman, Jordan, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman has been recognised as a 2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award winner for being in the top 10 percent of hotels worldwide. This achievement celebrates businesses that consistently deliver fantastic experiences to travelers around… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown names Maria Tampakis as Executive Chef

Seasoned chef to helm culinary operations at the iconic luxury lifestyle hotel in Lower Manhattan New York, U.S.A., 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, the award-winning hotel located in the heart of Manhattan’s TriBeCa neighbourhood, has hand-selected Maria Tampakis for the role of Executive Chef. A lifelong culinarian, Tampakis brings a wealth… Read the full press release

flydubai celebrates third anniversary of holidays by flydubai the Arabian Travel Market (ATM)

Three years of holidays by flydubai flydubai’s holidays division continues to enhance its product offering and capabilities Dubai, UAE, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, is celebrating the third anniversary of its holidays division at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM). To coincide with the anniversary, holidays by flydubai is further… Read the full press release

flydubai showcases latest developments to its onboard experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM)

The carrier introduces free wireless inflight entertainment on its fleet The Dubai-based airline showcases its flatbed Business Class seats on board its MAX aircraft and announces plans to launch its eShop Dubai, UAE, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, showcases the latest developments to its onboard experience at this year’s Arabian… Read the full press release

Ryanair announces new route from Teesside to Faro from 16th June

Dublin, Ireland, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (18 May) announced a new route from Teesside to Faro operating twice a week from 16th June as part of Ryanair’s UK Summer ’21 Schedule. This new route expands Ryanair’s offer from Teesside following the airline’s return to the region this Summer with… Read the full press release

Ryanair announces new twice weekly service from Manchester to Verona

Dublin, Ireland, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (18 May) announced a new route from Manchester to Verona, operating twice weekly from July, as part of Ryanair’s UK Summer ’21 Schedule. British consumers can now book a summer getaway, flying on the lowest fares and with the option to avail… Read the full press release

Dorothee Bär, Minister for Digitalisation launches pilot project “Digital Identities” at the Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt

Minister of State Dorothee Bär launches a new “Digital Identities” pilot project at the Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Dorothee Bär, Minister for Digitalisation, held a special press conference at the Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt on Monday 17 May in order to announce the start of… Read the full press release

Dean & Nancy on 22 at A by Adina Sydney will officially launch on May 21

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Cocktails will be taken to new heights with the launch of Dean & Nancy on 22 this Friday, May 21 at the brand-new A by Adina Sydney premium apartment hotel on the corner of Hunter and George Streets in the CBD. Developed by the creative minds behind… Read the full press release

Metrolink launches new Saturday service on its Ventura County Line beginning May 29—Memorial Day weekend

LOS ANGELES, CA, 2021-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Just in time for summer, and for the first time in its history, Metrolink will launch a new Saturday service on its Ventura County Line beginning Saturday, May 29—Memorial Day weekend. The new Saturday service connects Ventura County residents in Moorpark and Simi Valley through the San Fernando… Read the full press release