Brendan Sullivan appointed IATA’s Global Head of Cargo

Geneva, Switzerland, 2021-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Brendan Sullivan as IATA’s Global Head of Cargo with immediate effect. Sullivan has worked in air cargo for 20 years including spending 14 years at IATA. Since January, he has been acting Global Head of Cargo alongside… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways and Tourism Seychelles team up to bring together the perfect combination of a dream holiday

Airline increases flights to daily in anticipation of surge of bookings as global travel restrictions ease DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has joined forces with the Tourism Seychelles in a concerted effort to bring together the perfect combination of a dream holiday destination and world-class global airline for travellers who… Read the full press release

Ranger Danger on Africa’s Frontline

London, United Kingdom, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ —  The 31st of July 2021 is World Ranger Day.   A day to reflect on, appreciate and commemorate the unsung wildlife heroes who have been injured or who have lost their lives in the line of duty – the so-called Thin Green Line. The statistics are sobering. … Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto and Cheese Boutique partner to create an exclusive Afternoon Tea experience

Cheese lovers rejoice as Four Seasons Hotel Toronto and local gourmet emporium Cheese Boutique present a rich and decadent twist on Afternoon Tea Toronto, Canada, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto and local gourmet emporium Cheese Boutique have collaborated to create an exclusive Afternoon Tea experience available Friday, July 16 through Sunday, July 18, 2021…. Read the full press release

Emirates to restart services to Mauritius from 15 July

Emirates will operate two weekly flights to Mauritius starting 15 July. The airline will deploy its iconic Emirates A380 aircraft to the popular Indian Ocean destination from 1 August. Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced it will restart passenger services to Mauritius this summer with two weekly flights from 15… Read the full press release

Standard Chartered, Cathay and Mastercard launch new range of credit cards

and limited offer of Marco Polo Club Silver or Gold membership Hong Kong, China, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (“Standard Chartered”), Cathay and Mastercard today (July 8, 2021) announced the launch of a new range of Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard Credit Cards with an array of exciting offers… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways becomes the first airline in the Middle East to join the IATA Turbulence Aware platform

Safety and environmental sustainability as its top priority It is the first and largest turbulence data contributor in the Middle East Sharing data on turbulence could help the airline industry cut carbon emissions DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and the International Air Transport Association announced that Qatar Airways will become… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport congratulates IGNITE class of 2021 graduates

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ —Belfast City Airport teamed up with local radio personality and Cinemagic ambassador, Pete Snodden, to celebrate the graduation of eighteen students from the airport’s annual IGNITE programme. IGNITE, first launched in 2019 by Belfast City Airport in partnership with Cinemagic, is a youth leadership initiative aimed at… Read the full press release

British Airways offers more than 35,000 seats available for less than £50

British Airways is offering more than 35,000 seats for less than £50 each-way for travel across the UK this summer Two-night flight and hotel city breaks with British Airways Holidays are available from just £149pp, for cities including Edinburgh and Belfast The seats and hotel packages are available for travel on selected dates until September… Read the full press release

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Heathrow partner to make travel for fully vaccinated customers quick and easy

Later this week customers travelling on selected flights from the US, Caribbean and Europe to London Heathrow will be invited to take part in a proving trial to support the Government in lifting some of the most onerous restrictions for travellers arriving from ‘amber list’ countries Fully vaccinated travellers of all nationalities will be able… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines unveils its largest schedule it has ever operated from Orlando

Orlando’s largest international carrier unveils growth plan giving MCO more flights to more cities than ever before ORLANDO, Fla., 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Florida’s Hometown Airline is leading the Orlando International Airport’s resurgence with newly-announced plans to offer more than 80 departures per day at MCO by the end of 2021. Today (July 8,… Read the full press release

Blue Diamond Resorts to host its first annual Food + Drink Experience at the Royalton CHIC Suites Cancun Resort & Spa, September 19-26, 2021

Toronto, ON, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Jul 8, 2021), Blue Diamond Resorts announced its first annual Food + Drink Experience hosted at the all-inclusive Royalton CHIC Suites Cancun Resort & Spa, September 19-26, 2021. Sixteen internationally renowned chefs will lead the week-long culinary festival showcasing mouth-watering cuisine and mixology demonstrations, savory beach… Read the full press release

IHG® Hotels & Resorts announces signing of InterContinental Riyadh King Fahed Road

The new build hotel will represent the ‘best in class product’ and offer a refreshed, modern luxury stay experience Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of InterContinental Riyadh King Fahed Road, as part of a Master Development Agreement… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Staybridge Suites Nashville-Midtown

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts today (06 JULY 2021) announces the opening of Staybridge Suites Nashville-Midtown, welcoming guests to one of the Music City’s most popular neighborhoods. Owned and operated by Tharaldson Hospitality Management, Staybridge Suites Nashville-Midtown features 164 guest suites and contemporary public areas that include a full bar,… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces signing of first voco™ hotel in South Korea

voco Pyeongtaek City in Gyeonggi-do province to open in 2023 Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts and Seraphim Development are proud to announce a landmark partnership to sign the first voco™ hotel in South Korea. The new-build 280-room urban resort voco Pyeongtaek City will also be the first… Read the full press release

Mercedes Salazar x The Luxury Collection launches homeware collection

Mercedes Salazar Translates the Seychelles Into Homeware Inspired By North Island, A Luxury Collection Hotel NEW YORK, NY, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection announces their second collaboration with renowned designer and Global Explorer Mercedes Salazar, unveiling her first homeware collection with the brand. Inspired by her travels to North Island in the… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy announces the opening of The Westin Anaheim Resort and Element Anaheim Resort Convention Center

Global Travel Leader Expands to 30 Hotels in Anaheim with the New Openings, Adding Renewed Magic to the Bustling City BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 brands, award-winning travel program and endless experiences, continues to propel its footprint in Anaheim, California with the opening of… Read the full press release

QantasLink launches direct flights from Brisbane to Proserpine

WHITSUNDAY COAST, AUSTRALIA, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ —Queenslanders will have more travel options to the world-famous Whitsundays with QantasLink launching direct flights from Brisbane to the Whitsunday Coast (Proserpine) for the first time in seven years. From 17 September 2021, QantasLink will operate up to seven weekly return flights between Proserpine and Brisbane with… Read the full press release

Quarantine removed – French Polynesia, The Islands of Tahiti

LONDON, UK, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Following today’s announcement, as of 19th July double vaccinated travellers will not need to quarantine on their return to England from The Islands of Tahiti, French Polynesia. The Islands of Tahiti have been recognized by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) for the high quality of their… Read the full press release

Emirates launches more flights to Germany, Switzerland and Austria

Emirates is flying close to 40 cities, with no quarantine, convenient flights and better fares Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — As demand for summer travel kicks into high gear, Emirates customers have more to look forward to with popular destinations in Europe opening up for quarantine-free travel. Germany, Austria and Switzerland have… Read the full press release

Emirates launches new account-based payment method Emirates Pay

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced the launch of Emirates Pay, a new account-based payment method for purchasing air tickets. Emirates Pay is now available for Emirates customers in Germany and the UK who are purchasing tickets via emirates.com. Emirates is the world’s first airline to launch this payment alternative… Read the full press release

Emirates Holidays launches new packages for stress-free travel experience

New packages offer a speedy, safe and hassle-free experience through every airport touchpoint DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Holidays customers visiting Dubai who want to jump straight into their long-awaited stay, and Dubai residents seeking to expedite their return journey for stress-free travel can now upgrade their airport experience and have… Read the full press release

Emirates re-opens dedicated First Class Lounge at Dubai International

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has re-opened its dedicated First Class Lounge at Dubai International (DXB’s) Concourse B to serve the growing volume of premium customers travelling from and through Emirates’ hub, as more markets around the world ease restrictions and put in place protocols that enable international travel. Emirates will… Read the full press release

En Route International appoints Nick Wiley as Global Managing Director

London, UK, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — En Route International, the creative travel food and services solutions company, has announced the appointment of Nick Wiley as Global Managing Director. Nick brings more than 25-years’ experience to En Route, leading organisations across food retail, food manufacturing, hospitality and transport & logistics, working with companies that… Read the full press release

Anantara shares top ten things to experience on a visit to Phuket

Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — For decades Phuket has been one of the most popular island destinations in Thailand, attracting millions of visitors each year. With the disappearance of international tourists for the last 18 months the island’s stunning beaches have once again become pristine, the azure waters teeming with an abundance… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze welcomes new Executive Chef Paolo Lavezzini

Building on more than twenty years of experience both in fine dining and luxury hospitality, Paolo Lavezzini returns to Italy after 10 years in Brazil Florence, Italy, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Firenze introduces its new Executive Chef Paolo Lavezzini, who will take the lead of the culinary team and the Michelin-starred restaurant Il Palagio from August 2021…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Milano reopens following a six-month renovation

Milan, Italy, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — After a six-month renovation Four Seasons Hotel Milano has reopened in the heart of Milan’s fashion district, unveiling contemporary interiors conceived by designer and architect Patricia Urquiola. Situated in a former 15th century convent, Four Seasons Hotel Milano first opened its doors in 1993. At the time it… Read the full press release

Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel will celebrate Bastille Day with live music shows, pyrotechnic performances and exciting gastronomic offering

The Hotel will mark the 14th of July with exhilarating live music shows, pyrotechnic performances and an exciting gastronomic offering Saint-Jean Cap-Ferrat, France, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel will celebrate Bastille Day on the 14th of July with a tantalising culinary offering and live music performances at its three… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong announces the opening of its new bar ARGO and lobby café Gallery

Hong Kong, China, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong announces the completion of the second phase of its Hotel transformation, with the opening of its innovative new bar ARGO and lobby café Gallery on July 15, 2021. Joining the Hotel’s collection of Michelin-starred dining destinations, the two new restaurant and beverage outlets further… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport gears up for busy July school holidays

Auckland, New Zealand, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport is preparing for its busiest day since the outbreak of COVID-19 as Kiwis head off around New Zealand for well-deserved breaks during the July school holidays. This Friday, around 28,000 guests will use the domestic terminal, the highest number since March 2020, when aviation… Read the full press release