Hilton is hosting a series of exclusive events as part of Secret Socials with Hilton throughout 2022 and beyond London, UK, 2021-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Pop sensation and “It’s a Sin” star, Olly Alexander, performed for 50 guests at a secret concert in the heart of Central London for the first-ever Secret Socials with… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: December 2021
CORA CORA MALDIVES APPOINTS JUSTIN SWART AS NEW GENERAL MANAGER
CORA CORA MALDIVES, THE HOTTEST NEW OPENING IN THE DESTINATION APPOINTS JUSTIN SWART AS NEW GENERAL MANAGER RAA ATOLL, Maldives, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Cora Cora Maldives, the hottest new opening in the destination is thrilled to announce the appointment of Justin Swart as General Manager of the new, luxury all-inclusive property situated… Read the full press release
Ecolodge in Cambodia Reports Success in Nature Conservation
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — CARDAMOM Tented Camp in Cambodia has witnessed the return of a small herd of elephants to its conservation area, after an absence of five years. A large group of Smooth Coated Otters are back too. Forest rangers discovered and photographed elephant footprints and droppings inside… Read the full press release
Norwegian renews partnership with UNICEF Norway
LONDON, UK, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — For almost 15 years, Norwegian has had a partnership with UNICEF Norway. Norwegian has contributed with humanitarian actions, fundraising campaigns and donations from customers and employees. In total, the collaboration has given UNICEF Norway more than NOK 50 million, and the partnership was today (3 DECEMBER 2021)… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean returns to Alaska in 2023 with four ships: Enchantment of the Seas will join Ovation, Quantum and Radiance of the Seas
Enchantment of the Seas will Make its Alaska Debut Alongside Favorites Ovation, Quantum and Radiance of the Seas MIAMI, FL, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International this week announced adventurers can set course for Alaska with their choice of four world-class cruise ships in summer 2023. Three bold, returning favorites, Ovation, Quantum and Radiance of the Seas, will be joined by Enchantment of the Seas to offer families… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces the opening of the fifth Hyatt Place hotel in India, Hyatt Place Vadodara
The 117-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in the upmarket residential district of the city CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Vadodara, the fifth Hyatt Place hotel in India, is officially open, expanding the brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel… Read the full press release
Vail Resorts named a CIVIC 50 honoree and one of Newsweek’s ‘America’s Most Responsible Companies’
Broomfield, Colo., 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — For the second straight year, Vail Resorts has been named both a CIVIC 50 honoree and one of Newsweek’s ‘America’s Most Responsible Companies.’ Just announced, these annual awards celebrate companies with an ongoing commitment to supporting the health and sustainability of the communities in which they operate…. Read the full press release
KLM and ITA Airways announce new codeshare agreement
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM and the Italian airline ITA Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement. The agreement will enable passengers to book KLM tickets to ITA’s European destinations and ITA customers will be able to book tickets to KLM’s European destinations. KLM and ITA will also facilitate easy transfers for… Read the full press release
UNWTO and GSMA to provide new tourism services to improve livelihoods in underserved communities
Madrid, Spain, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the GSMA, the global association unifying the mobile ecosystem, have announced a partnership to promote the upskilling of people in underserved communities, engaged in tourism. With their combined expertise in responsible tourism and mobile connectivity, the UNWTO and GSMA will help marginalised groups,… Read the full press release
Swissport selected to provide ramp services for Finnair’s intercontinental traffic at Helsinki Airport
Zurich, Switzerland, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair has selected Swissport to support the smooth ramp-up of its intercontinental traffic at its home hub. The contract focusses on ramp services for the long-haul fleet and is part of Finnair’s adjustment of ground handling responsibilities at Helsinki Airport. Swissport will again provide ramp handling services… Read the full press release
British Airways to power its flights with SAF produced for the first time in the UK
British Airways and Phillips 66 Limited have signed a multi-year sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”) supply agreement Sustainable aviation fuel produced at the Phillips 66 Humber Refinery in North Lincolnshire will help power a number of the airline’s flights from early 2022 The Phillips 66 Humber Refinery will be the first to produce SAF at… Read the full press release
British Airways partners with SignLive to trial new technology transforming experience for customers that use British Sign Language
British Airways is working with leading British Sign Language interpreting service to trial new technology that will transform its customer experience for those who use British Sign Language Partnership announced on International Day of People with Disabilities New technology will remove barriers to communication, enabling customers who use British Sign Language to contact the airline… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines announces Leadership appointments and promotions
DALLAS, TX, 2021-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today (Dec 3, 2021) announced Leadership changes and appointments within various departments of the Company. Operational Leadership Justin Jones is promoted to Senior Vice President Operational Strategy & Design, where he will lead the airline’s modernization and operational improvements in this… Read the full press release
How to simplify and boost your bedbank supply with iVectorOne, powered by intuitive
London, United Kingdom, 2021-Dec-06 — /Travel PR News/ — iVectorOne, UK tech firm intuitive’s single API for 3rd party hotels, is aimed to help online travel agents and tour operators connect with the best hotel suppliers for their business and boos their hotel room supply. With the pandemic accelerating travel firm’s need to add or replace… Read the full press release
Ocean Adventures, the most complete collection of tours in Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, 2021-Dec-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Ocean Adventures began operations in 2000 with the vision of offering innovative, safe, and quality excursions for visitors to Punta Cana. Today they offer some of the best tours in Punta Cana, something you definitely didn’t want to miss on your visit to Punta Cana… Read the full press release
Tuk-Tuk Tales
Kenya, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — With much of Africa back on the dreaded red list, there hasn’t been much to smile about this week. But in Kenya’s Kimana Sanctuary, Josh, Jasper, Ivo and Robbie AKA the Tuk South crew, have been far removed from the Omicrom drama unfolding around the globe – enjoying… Read the full press release
How TourWiz aims to Empower Tourism Professionals with its B2B SaaS platform
Mumbai, India, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Earlier this year, TravelCarma – one of the world’s top travel technology brands, and Monarch Networth Capital – one of India’s leading financial services companies, came together to combine their rich experience in travel and finance to bring TourWiz – the first end-to-end SaaS platform built specifically… Read the full press release
Rosewood Riyadh to Open in 2025
The ultra-luxury hospitality brand will unveil a stunning new property in the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® continues its strategic global growth with the announcement of Rosewood Riyadh, a new-build luxury hotel set to open in the Saudi Arabian capital in 2025. Situated adjacent… Read the full press release
Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Melbourne
The first Hyatt Centric hotel in Australia marks a significant milestone for Hyatt’s rapidly growing lifestyle brand CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (December 1, 2021) the opening of Hyatt Centric Melbourne, marking the entry of the vibrant Hyatt Centric brand into Australia. Located in a prime… Read the full press release
Hyatt announced the opening of tommie Hollywood
Joining the JdV by Hyatt Brand, the 212-Room Lifestyle Hotel Debuts in Hollywood with a Marquee Dining Concept from Chef Wes Avila, Desert 5 Spot Rooftop and More CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation [NYSE: H] and Relevant Group today (December 1, 2021) announced the opening of tommie Hollywood, a lifestyle hotel… Read the full press release
SFO welcomes oneworld® Alliance announcement to purchase 350 million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)
Announcement includes usage by Alaska, American Airlines, British Airways SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) applauded the announcement by the oneworld® Alliance of 14 airlines to purchase more than 350 million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from renewable fuels company Aemetis for operations at… Read the full press release
Aer Lingus inaugurates direct flights from Manchester to New York
Manchester to New York JFK fares from £179 each-way Manchester to Orlando fares from £209 each-way Manchester, UK, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus has today (December 01, 2021) celebrated the launch of its very first direct flight, EI45, from Manchester to New York, JFK as the airline expands its transatlantic services for… Read the full press release
Aer Lingus updates its ‘Book with Confidence’ policy for bookings until 31st of January 2022
Dublin, Ireland, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus has announced that it will update its ‘Book with Confidence’ policy for bookings until 31st of January 2022, to allow customers with upcoming bookings on any fare type to change their travel dates free of charge up to two hours before they travel* and as… Read the full press release
Budapest Airport receives carbon neutral certification for the fourth consecutive year
Budapest, Hungary, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport has been awarded carbon neutral certification for the fourth year in a row, continuing to be one of the 362 airports in the world that operate in a responsible and environmentally friendly manner, fully offsetting the carbon emissions generated by their operations. Budapest Airport joined… Read the full press release
British Airways announces new NDC agreement with Travelport and IAG
London, UK, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of airlines and thousands of hotels worldwide, and International Airlines Group (IAG) today (02-12-2021) announced a distribution agreement to enable modern travel retailing – by bringing New Distribution Capability (NDC) content from British Airways and sister… Read the full press release
Belfast City Airport invites Mitchell House School pupils to turn on the Christmas tree lights
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Pupils from Mitchell House School were invited to Belfast City Airport and tasked with the very important job of turning on the Christmas tree lights! Mark Cormican, Abby McCartney, and Jackson McAuley from the east Belfast school accepted the challenge and formally signaled the beginning of… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways named ‘World Class’ airline and ‘2022 Five Star Global Airline’ at the APEX/IFSA Awards
Airline among the first to be rated ‘World Class’ as part of new rating system and named a ‘2022 Five Star Global Airline’ in the APEX Official Airline Ratings™, in addition to securing two APEX Passenger Choice Awards® for Best Food & Beverage and Best Seat Comfort Accolades recognise the airline’s innovative approach and exemplary… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific first to launch HBO Max in Asia Pacific bringing unprecedented entertainment experience to passengers
Feel more. Explore over 200 hours of content from HBO Max Hong Kong, China, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is premiering the HBO Max branded channel in Asia for the very first time, becoming the first airline in Asia Pacific to introduce HBO Max Originals to its seatback inflight entertainment (IFE) experience…. Read the full press release
Qantas Frequent Flyer announces second online Points Auction
Sydney, Australia, 2021-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Frequent Flyer has announced a second online Points Auction, giving members the opportunity to use Qantas Points to bid on unique and exclusive experiences. Ten items will go under the hammer over nine days, providing frequent flyers with a chance to use their points on a… Read the full press release
Heathrow reopens Terminal 4 as a dedicated arrivals facility for red list countries
Heathrow rapidly reopens Terminal 4 as a dedicated arrivals facility for red list countries from 1500 on Wednesday 01 December. In response to risk of Omicron variant, the airport will maintain stringent anti-viral measures, designed to protect passengers and colleagues and reduce the risk of transmission PCR tests available on arrival to simplify new testing… Read the full press release