Oman Air announces resumption of its services to Jeddah on 11 August, 2021

No quarantine required for fully vaccinated travellers, with proof of second dose administered 14 days prior to arrival Muscat, Oman, 2021-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, will resume flights to Jeddah on 11 August, 2021. The twice-weekly flights will operate on Wednesday and Saturday as… Read the full press release

flydubai announces the launch of its new online eShop

New online store lets passengers pre-purchase a selection of products VAT-free Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced the launch of its new online eShop which provides passengers with the option to pre-purchase a selection of duty-free products before they fly and have them delivered to their seat… Read the full press release

Swissport launches its first Australian Aspire lounge at Perth Airport

Perth, Australia, 2021-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International is further expanding its lounge business in the Asia-Pacific region. Following the recent acquisition of No1 Lounges with airport lounges in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Swissport has now launched the first Australian lounge under its global Aspire brand. The lounge is located at Perth Airport’s… Read the full press release

Virtual PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2021 to take place on September 2-5

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2021-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today (August 3, 2021) announced that Virtual PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2021 will take place from September 2-5 and Leshan, China will once again be the featured destination for the event. Virtual PTM is a business-to-business travel contracting and virtual networking event that… Read the full press release

O’Hare International Airport named “Favorite Airport in North America”

O’Hare International Airport Named Favorite Airport in North America, Favorite Airport Dining and Favorite Airport Shopping; Midway International Airport Declared Best Family-Friendly Domestic Airport CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) proudly announces that O’Hare International Airport was named “Favorite Airport in North America” for the second consecutive year… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes Jet2.com and Jet2holidays’ Winter 22/23 Sun destinations

London, UK, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have put a range of exciting Winter Sun destinations on sale for Winter 22/23, giving customers from Bristol Airport the chance to get in and book some winter sunshine nice and early. The UK’s leading tour operator to destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean and… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes the start of Lufthansa’s service between Bristol and Frankfurt

London, UK, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa strengthens its commitment to Bristol Airport today (2nd Aug 2021) commencing a regular service from Bristol to Frankfurt. The route provides business travellers with increased opportunity to trade in one of the world’s leading financial centres and opens the door for multiple onward connections for leisure travellers…. Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes the start of British Airways’ direct service to Glasgow

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — A direct service to Glasgow has taken off from Belfast City Airport with British Airways. Passengers on the inaugural flight were greeted by a bagpiper playing traditional Scottish music. Katy Best, Commercial Director at Belfast City Airport, commented: “The launch of a Glasgow services further enhances… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines launches its biggest fare sale of the year, Aug. 3-5

Alaska’s massive fare sale gives you a second chance to celebrate missed milestones, with one-way fares starting at $39 SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Missed honeymoon? Milestone birthday? Baby shower? Yeah, us too. Starting today (Aug. 3, 2021), Alaska Airlines is kicking off its biggest fare sale of the year, along with… Read the full press release

Peter Lorant, COO EMEA at Zendesk comments on the latest government travel announcement

San Francisco, CA, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The value of agility for a business is perhaps the most apparent in the travel sector right now. With an ever-changing landscape of travel restrictions and everything from green to ‘amber plus’ lists, those who are hoping to make the most of the summer holidays are… Read the full press release

IntercityHotel to open a new build hotel in Lübeck by 2023

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Lübeck, known as the “City of Seven Spires” for the Gothic churches that punctuate its skyline, is set to become home to an IntercityHotel by 2023. The new build hotel will extend over six storeys and will include 176 rooms, a spacious lobby, a restaurant,… Read the full press release

AUSTRALIA: Holiday Inn & Suites announces Holiday Inn & Suites Ballarat Goldfields

Denham, United Kingdom, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — An eye-catching, design-led Holiday Inn & Suites is coming to Ballarat, heralding an exciting chapter for IHG Hotel’s & Resort’s expansion into regional Victoria and a new partnership with hotel owners, Forte Group. Holiday Inn & Suites Ballarat Goldfields will be one of the most striking… Read the full press release

St. Regis Hotels and Resorts announces the opening of The St. Regis Qingdao

The St. Regis Qingdao Introduces Iconic Butler Service, Celebrated Rituals and Exquisite Dining to the Region’s Modern Luminaries QINGDAO, CHINA, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels and Resorts, part of Marriott International’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today (AUGUST 2, 2021) announced the debut of The St. Regis Qingdao. The highly anticipated… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Thompson Savannah

The waterfront property offers guests a modern, sophisticated stay inspired by the rich history and culture of the community CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (August 2, 2021) announced the opening of Thompson Savannah, the brand’s first property in Georgia. Set along the banks of the Savannah River, Thompson… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton

Set to open in October, Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton will mark the launch of Hyatt’s extended stay brand in Africa LONDON, UK, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt today (2 August 2021) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Millat Properties for Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton. The planned… Read the full press release

Raffles Hotels & Resorts set to open flagship properties in Dubai, Udaipur, Bahrain and Macau later this year

PARIS, FRANCE, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — With newly appointed CEO Stephen Alden at the helm, Raffles Hotels & Resorts embarks on an exciting new era. A legendary brand known for transforming landmark properties in storied destinations around the world, Raffles is on track to more than double its illustrious portfolio, adding a host… Read the full press release

Vail Resorts: 20% off on Epic Passes until Labor Day

Sept. 6 is the last day to buy Epic passes at the lowest price this year; Epic Pass is currently available for $783 compared to $979 last season Broomfield, Colo., 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As the winter season draws nearer, so does the last chance for skiers and riders to get the lowest… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards launches special offer allowing members to earn a “Mile-A-Minute in Dubai”

The loyalty programme has launched a special offer allowing members to earn a “Mile-A-Minute in Dubai” as the city gears up to host Expo 2020, and as the UAE celebrates its Golden Jubilee The offer is valid on all Emirates flight tickets purchased between 1 August and 31 March, for travel between 1 October and… Read the full press release

Emirates and Aeromar announce interline partnership

Seamless connectivity to and from 12 destinations in Mexico and the United States via Mexico City to Emirates’ global network Dubai/ Mexico City, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Aeromar have announced that they have entered into an interline partnership which will provide seamless connectivity for customers between destinations in Mexico and United… Read the full press release

Giovanni Spataro appointed new Chef de Cuisine of Culina Ristorante + Caffé at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Born and raised in Palermo, Sicily, Giovanni Spataro centres his elevated culinary creations on local California-sourced ingredients and classic Italian techniques Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, U.S.A., 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ —Giovanni Spataro has been appointed the new Chef de Cuisine of Culina Ristorante + Caffé at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Born and raised… Read the full press release

Cornelia Samara appointed as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Samara trades the Miami surf for Philadelphia’s tallest skyscraper Philadelphia, U.S.A., 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Philadelphia’s first-and-only Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel announces the appointment of Cornelia Samara as General Manager for Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center. Samara joins the team from Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Florida…. Read the full press release

SFO participates in a global research to fight human trafficking via the 2021 National Outreach Survey for Transportation (NOST) project

Collaboration project will combat human trafficking in transportation sector SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced its participation in a global research collaboration spearheaded by United Against Slavery to fight human trafficking via the 2021 National Outreach Survey for Transportation (NOST) project. Over 100 contributors, including… Read the full press release

SAS – Scandinavian Airlines celebrates its 75th anniversary

Stockholm, Sweden, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, August 01, marks the founding of SAS 75 years ago and we have been the proud carrier of travelers to, from and within Scandinavia during all these years. Scandinavia would not be the same today without a strong Scandinavian airline, and we will naturally continue to… Read the full press release

Travelzoo® earns highest rating from consumers in BILD Zeitung survey

BERLIN, GERMANY, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ —Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet company that publishes exclusive offers and experiences for members, has received the highest rating from consumers in the category of online travel deals in a national survey in Germany commissioned by BILD Zeitung, the country’s largest newspaper. Consumers ranked 2,995 brands. More than 850,000 votes… Read the full press release

British Airways reopens flagship US lounge at JFK’s Terminal 7

London, UK, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways’ flagship US lounge at JFK’s Terminal 7 will reopen its doors on Sunday 1 August, following a 16-month closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The news comes in time for the UK Government’s announcement that double vaccinated travellers from the US will be exempt from… Read the full press release

British Airways adds extra seat on routes to the UK from the USA and EU

New bookings from the US surged by 95% within hours of the UK Government announcement British Airways is adding extra seats from US cities such as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago and European cities including Berlin, Geneva and Hamburg Additional flights will allow US and EU citizens to easily connect to a range of… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport supports Open House Festival’s volunteer programme

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has delivered funding to support the volunteer programme of the Open House Festival, a registered charity dedicated to regenerating Bangor through arts and culture. Open House originated in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter in 1999, and moved to Bangor in 2013, where its core month-long… Read the full press release

CDA honors Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman and the first Native American to earn an aviation license

CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today (07/30/2021) recognized the monumental achievement of Bessie Coleman – the first African American woman and the first Native American to earn an aviation license. This year marks the centennial anniversary of the runway that Bessie paved for a new generation… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to serve new African destinations through its partnership with RwandAir

Partnership will leverage Qatar Airways’ global network,  increase access to African destinations, and integrate respective loyalty programmes’ benefits DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways passengers will be able to explore even more of Africa following its new partnership with Rwanda’s flag carrier, RwandAir via their hubs at Doha and Kigali. As… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free launches Viale di Lusso, a new premium fashion avenue at Hamad International Airport

The new premium shopping avenue at Hamad International Airport features prestigious retails and dining outlets DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) today (02 August 2021) celebrated the launch of Viale di Lusso, a new premium fashion avenue at the heart of the award-winning Hamad International Airport (HIA), introducing the… Read the full press release