Low-cost airline Flyr selects SITA solutions to boost operational efficiencies, reduce carbon emissions and streamline border processes

The new low-cost airline has selected solutions from SITA’s aircraft and airport portfolios to boost operational efficiencies and optimize air-to-ground communications. Oslo, Norway, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — As Flyr AS, a new low-cost airline based in Norway, takes to the skies, it has turned to SITA to deliver a wide range of solutions… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International brings Asia’s largest and most innovative ship Spectrum of the Seas to Singapore

Asia’s Largest, Most Innovative Ship Will Visit Destinations as soon as October 2022, Quantum of the Seas Extends its Season Through April 2022 SINGAPORE, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Holidaymakers will have much to celebrate when Royal Caribbean International brings Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, to Singapore for the long-awaited comeback of cruising… Read the full press release

CHOICE HOTELS EMEA FOCUSES ON FRENCH GROWTH AND OBSERVES INCREASING CONSUMER CONFIDENCE IN THE MARKET

Paris, France 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Having observed increased consumer confidence in the French market through encouraging domestic leisure travel in July and August, Choice Hotels EMEA has this week attended the Franchise Expo Paris and Global Lodging Forum, both held in Paris, to meet with franchisees and focus on growth in the… Read the full press release

Finnair to offer PCR testing expanding its COVID-19 testing service

Vantaa, Finland, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair expands its corona testing service and will also offer PCR testing at a price of 99 euros. A negative corona test certificate is a prerequisite for entry in several countries, especially if the passenger has not been fully vaccinated. Finnair has previously introduced rapid antigen testing… Read the full press release

Swoop launches new non-stop service from Toronto to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Ultra-low cost airline expands on Caribbean success with launch of new direct route from Toronto to Dominican Republic resort destination TORONTO, CANADA, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Sept. 28, 2021), Swoop announced new non-stop service from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Flights to Punta Cana are set… Read the full press release

Perfect Stays introduces their latest property, Harbour Walk, Padstow

LONDON, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Luxury self-catering company Perfect Stays is proud to announce a new addition to its property roster, Harbour Walk. Located in the heart of the Padstow – famous for its stunning views, quaint cobbled streets and most importantly, the critically acclaimed food – this beautiful bolthole will provide the perfect base for your seaside stay. The interiors are neutral and refined, with a hint of coastal throughout, a nod to… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus increases its services from Belfast City Airport to London Heathrow, Manchester, and Edinburgh

Belfast to Manchester, UK goes twice daily Belfast to Edinburgh increases to 11 flights per week Two additional services to London Heathrow, restoring the full 21 flights per week as operated pre-pandemic, fares from £39.99 each-way Fares to Manchester and Edinburgh from £29.99 each-way Connecting Northern Ireland with Aer Lingus direct to the Caribbean and… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport enables passengers to pre-order food in the transit area with Wolt

Budapest, Hungary, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport is expanding its offer with a new service: it is the first in Europe to partner with Wolt and enable passengers to order in advance from restaurants and cafés at Budapest Airport. With the mobile application, fast and contactless orders can now be placed, paid… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport trials electric airside bus as part of its plan to become Net Zero by the year 2030

London, UK, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport continues with its strategy of reducing airport operating emissions by trialling an electric airside bus. Bristol Airport worked with COBUS Industries to supply the electric vehicle.   The bus, introduced on a trial basis, has the capacity to carry up to 110 customers and will operate… Read the full press release

Swissport announces partnership with smart baggage management solutions provider AirPortr

Zurich, Switzerland, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The partnership between the digital platform and provider of smart baggage management solutions and the global market leader in aviation ground services marks a milestone towards contactless airport journeys, improved passenger mobility and sustainability for airports and the aviation sector at large. AirPortr, the digital platform and… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes Aer Lingus’ expanded services to London Heathrow, Manchester, and Edinburgh

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus and Belfast City Airport are pleased to announce that from 31 October, Aer Lingus will significantly increase its services from Belfast City Airport to London Heathrow, Manchester, and Edinburgh. Belfast City to Manchester will increase from its current daily schedule to twice daily flights;… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and Walt Disney World® Resort team up for a co-branded commemorative aircraft honoring their 50th anniversaries in 2021

DALLAS, TEXAS, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) joins Walt Disney World® Resort with a special co-branded commemorative aircraft honoring 50 years of connecting people with memories and magic, as each company celebrates a 50th anniversary in 2021. The Boeing 737-700 features 50th anniversary logos of both Southwest Airlines® and Walt Disney World… Read the full press release

Outrigger Announces Management Team for Thailand

Outrigger Announces Management Team for Thailand

Experienced hoteliers will open three beach resorts in southern Thailand this high season PHUKET, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced its senior management team that will open three resorts in southern Thailand this high season. Tony Pedroni, has been appointed Area General Manager, Thailand. He will be supported by Sergey… Read the full press release