Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund kicks off its 25th year with £27,000 pledge to 13 community projects

Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund this year celebrates a quarter of a century helping not-for-profit organisations in neighbouring communities Trust Fund’s quarterly meeting in January resulted in more than £27,000 worth of grants to 13 organisations Beneficiaries include sports clubs, youth groups and community allotment projects For more information or to apply for a grant… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of the 168-room Kissel Uptown Oakland

The 168-key property pays homage to Oakland’s automotive history and introduces distinct new dining and rooftop bar experiences CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the debut of Kissel Uptown Oakland in the center of the city’s vibrant and eclectic arts and entertainment district, joining The Unbound Collection by Hyatt… Read the full press release

London City Airport hosted successful events in support of its local community

The airport welcomed almost 150 attendees to its first jobs fair since the pandemic begun, to showcase current employment opportunities, with nearly 1 in 3 attendees applying for live vacancies. London City Airport, in partnership with UMi and Newham Council also sponsored the Royal Docks Business Recovery event, providing procurement support to local businesses, ahead… Read the full press release

Swissport expands total warehouse and handling capacity in Belgium and Netherlands with the acquisition of Belgium Airport Services

Brussels, Belgium, 2022-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International AG has successfully concluded the acquisition of Belgium Airport Services (BAS) with effect from 1 March 2022. The Swiss company, a global leader in air cargo handling, now holds 100% of BAS, growing its total warehouse and handling capacity in Belgium by more than 40%…. Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines launches two daily nonstop flights from Monterrey to Austin & Houston starting June 2022

MIRAMAR, Fla., 2022-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The brightest planes in the sky will fly over the mountains of Northeastern Mexico for the first time this summer. Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) announced two daily nonstop flights from Monterrey International Airport (MTY) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), starting in June 2022…. Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines to include the bigger 737-10 and longer-range 737-8 to its aircraft order with Boeing

With addition of new models, the 737-10s and 737-8s will maximize profit potential SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced plans today (March 2, 2022) to broaden our mainline fleet by adjusting our current 737-9 aircraft order with Boeing to include the bigger 737-10 and longer-range 737-8, which are all part… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Medical Transportation Grant Program celebrates its 15th anniversary

Southwest Airlines Medical Transportation Grant Program continues providing critical lifelines to patients and caregivers DALLAS, TX, 2022-Mar-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is embarking on the next era of its life-changing Medical Transportation Grant Program as it celebrates 15 years of providing free travel to families across North America. Through the program, hospitals and… Read the full press release

Two Mauritius Tourism Villages Recognised Among World’s Best

Le Morne Brabant on the south coast of Mauritius

To celebrate, Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort announces special tour options to visit Le Morne and Old Grand Port   BEL OMBRE, MAURITIUS, 2022-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Two Mauritius villages have been included in the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s list of “Best Tourism Villages of 2021.” Looking back on the year, 44 villages… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports appoints Steven Polmans as Vice President of Business Development & Regulatory Affairs at Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports today (01 Mar 2022) welcomed long-time cargo executive Steven Polmans as its new Vice President of Business Development & Regulatory Affairs at Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ). In his new role, Polmans will establish an integrated long-term strategic plan for… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental to create a limited-edition Easter egg with silver pendant to support NGO Amref Health Africa

Paris, France, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of Easter, Caterina Murino, the acclaimed actress, jewellery designer and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Fan, has teamed up with Mandarin Oriental, Paris Pastry Chef Adrien Bozzolo. Their creation? A spectacular and delightful chocolate Easter egg with an egg-shaped filigree pendant inside. All profits from the sale of… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como to reopen for the summer season on 1 April 2022

Lago di Como, Italy, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como has announced that the resort will reopen its doors for the summer season on 1 April 2022, and invites guests to experience a new ‘Reactivate your Senses’ accommodation package. Immersed in a blooming botanical park and nestled on the sunny shores of charming… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines appoints Michael Larivière new Chief Technical Officer

Vienna, Austria, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Michael Larivière (51) will take over as Head of Austrian Technik on March 1, 2022. In this function, he succeeds Michael Kaye, who will devote himself to a new task within the Lufthansa Group. Michael Larivière began his career in the Lufthansa Group in 1994 as Aircraft… Read the full press release

Spain’s capital welcomes its first luxury lifestyle urban resort — The Madrid EDITION

Madrid, Spain, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — A heady mix of powerful architecture, refined culture, impressive art, a rich culinary history and an insatiable love of the good life has made Madrid one of the most captivating and alluring cities in the world. The arrival of the EDITION brand further boosts the Spanish capital’s… Read the full press release

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins officially opens its doors to guests

Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Melbourne’s newest hotel, Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins, officially opened its doors today (28 FEBRUARY 2022) as the city continues to welcome back local and international travellers. The much-loved brand is part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts’ family and opens in partnership with Pro-Invest… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden, Japan’s third Hotel Indigo

Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen Garden opens 1 March as the first international lifestyle boutique hotel in the Tokai region Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts continues the exciting momentum of its Hotel Indigo brand, expanding its boutique footprint with the opening of Japan’s third Hotel Indigo – Hotel Indigo Inuyama Urakuen… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Chengdu names Kai Behrens as General Manager

New Appointment at Kempinski Hotel Chengdu – Mr. Kai Behrens as General Manager Chengdu, China, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Chengdu is pleased to announce the appointment of Kai Behrens as General Manager. A German national, Mr Behrens started his career in the hospitality industry at the prestigious Hyatt Regency Cologne in… Read the full press release

More than 23,000 passengers set to travel this week on Qantas and Jetstar flights to and from Perth

Sydney, Australia, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Thousands of travellers are preparing to take off to Western Australia with the border opening to all visitors quarantine free for the first time in almost two years from midnight tonight. After a false start last month, more than 23,000 passengers are booked to travel this week… Read the full press release

Caribbean Airlines launches non-stop service between Houston Texas and Guyana, with onward connectivity to Port of Spain, Trinidad

Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, 2022-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Caribbean Airlines will operate direct non-stop service between Houston, Texas and Georgetown, Guyana, with onward connectivity to Port of Spain, Trinidad commencing March 22, 2022. The service will operate thrice weekly to/from Terminal D, of the George Bush Intercontinental Airport each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday up until… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ

The Highly Anticipated 245-Room Hotel Features Inspired Spaces, Enriching Experiences, Three Food-and-Drink Concepts, Creative Meeting Spaces and Locally Influenced Design in the Heart of Bethesda, Maryland BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today (MARCH 1, 2022) celebrated the opening of its 8,000th property – Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ, a… Read the full press release

Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation and Kuoni UK launch destination marketing campaign

Male, Maldives, 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has kicked off a destination marketing campaign with Kuoni UK, taking place from 28th February for a duration of one month. Kuoni UK is a tour operator established in 1966, providing premium tourism offers from around the world to… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards announces return of its annual charity drive “Thanks a Million”

The loyalty programme’s annual charity drive, “Thanks a Million,” is back to offer three lucky winners in the UAE a chance to win a share of 1 million Skywards Miles at Dubai World Cup.  All proceeds will be made to the Emirates Airline Foundation, and winners will be announced on 28 March 2022. Dubai, UAE,… Read the full press release

Emirates introduces new check-in facility in Ajman

New facility will help save time and cut queues for customers from Ajman and the Northern Emirates DUBAI, UAE, 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is streamlining check-in formalities for its customers in Ajman and the Northern Emirates with the introduction of a new check-in facility in collaboration with the Ajman Transport Authority. The new… Read the full press release

Avani Hotels announces the opening of 327-key oceanfront property Avani+ Khao Lak Resort

Bangkok, Thailand, 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Avani Hotels announces the opening of Avani+ Khao Lak Resort — a 327-key oceanfront property located on the sandy shores of Bangsak Beach in Thailand’s Phang Nga. The brand’s largest resort in Thailand by number of keys, the property serves as a launch pad for AvaniFit — the brand’s new lifestyle concept aiming to put… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas officially opens its 2022 pool season

Aquatic serenity returns to the Strip on March 4 with new Pool Bar menu and cabana experiences Las Vegas, U.S.A., 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is celebrating spring in the desert with the official opening of its 2022 pool season on Friday, March 4, 2022. Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas puts… Read the full press release

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort announces ultra-relaxing treatments for Sleep Awareness Week

Prioritize a blissful night’s slumber with special offerings March 13-19, 2022 Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, U.S.A., 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — With so much to see and do in the action-packed, vibrant destination of Orlando, rest time and actual quality sleep is often not made a priority. However, a signature treatment offered… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Austin unveils full list of spring activities and pop-ups

Austin, U.S.A, 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Spring in Austin offers visitors a feast for the senses, from the rustle of a gentle Texas breeze and the beauty of a field of bluebonnets to the rhythmic laps of water along Lady Bird Lake’s shore. This year, in addition to nature’s delights, guests can immerse… Read the full press release

Veranda at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas set to host a new high tea service every Saturday

“No matter where you are in the world, you are at home when tea is served.” – Earlene Grey Las Vegas, U.S.A., 2022-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas continues to inspire families and friends to gather and reconnect with unforgettable experiences. Veranda, the Hotel’s modern American restaurant, is set to play the consummate host… Read the full press release

Ascend Hotel Collection and Cambria Hotels outperform upscale chain scale in RevPAR growth

Cambria Hotels touts highest RevPAR Index in brand’s history as nationwide expansion continues ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc.’s (NYSE: CHH) upscale brands, the Ascend Hotel Collection and Cambria Hotels, achieved domestic systemwide RevPAR index share gains versus its local competitors in 2021 compared to the same period of 2019. At the same… Read the full press release

Simon Barnett appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta

Jakarta, Indonesia, 2022-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Having recently transferred from Singapore to Jakarta, Simon Barnett brings a wealth of international experience to his new role as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta. A veteran hotelier with 30 years in the industry, including over a decade with Four Seasons, Simon embodies a rare combination of operational… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises names Johanna Carrión as Silver Origin’s Godmother

A testament to Silversea’s long-term commitment to sustainability, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line names Johanna Carrión as Silver Origin’s Godmother MONACO, 2022-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading ultra-luxury cruise line, Silversea Cruises, christened Silver Origin on February 25, 2022,during an expedition-inspired ceremony in San Cristobal, the Galápagos Islands. Guests took to the water on Silver Origin’s Zodiacs,… Read the full press release