Monthly Archives: September 2022

Air Liban installs SITA’s Bag Manager cloud solution at Rafic Hariri International Airport

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Agile cloud systems that increase operational efficiency and reliability have helped expand the airport’s capacity to handle nine million bags per year. Beirut, Lebanon, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA and Middle East Airlines–Air Liban (MEA) have renewed a technology contract and moved the airport’s baggage reconciliation system (BRS) at Rafic Hariri International Airport… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport announces return of Flight Academy programme at Runway Visitor Park, 24 – 28 October

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Ever-popular Flight Academy programme gives youngsters the chance to sit in the cockpit of a real plane and see the roles that keep the airport running in action Sessions are for 4-7yrs and 8-12yrs age groups Ticket for one adult and one child costs just £12 For more information see www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk Manchester, UK, 2022-Sep-30 —… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean provides educational resources to students of Amaro Primary School on Lelepa Island, Vanuatu

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The Cruise Line Continues its Commitment to Local Communities and the Next Generation of Leaders in the South Pacific SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — In keeping with its Blue Green Promise to support sustainable ocean communities, Royal Caribbean International has partnered with Amaro Primary School on Lelepa Island, Vanuatu, to provide needed educational resources to local students. As the… Read the full press release

UBS and Delaware North announce enhanced culinary program ahead of the 2022-23 NHL season

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BELMONT PARK, N.Y., 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — UBS Arena, the state of the art sports and entertainment venue that’s home of the New York Islanders Hockey Club, and exclusive hospitality partner Delaware North announced today (09.28.2022) a variety of enhancements to the culinary program ahead of the 2022-23 NHL season. Highlights include various… Read the full press release

SFO completes full-scale emergency exercise

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Simulated aircraft accident tests emergency response, agency coordination SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) completed its full-scale emergency exercise today (September 28, 2022), simulating an aircraft accident to test emergency procedures for communication, incident command, and coordination between multiple agencies. “Our airport has seen a wide… Read the full press release

KLM expands network this winter to 163 destinations

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — On commencement of the winter schedule (28 October 2022 through 25 March 2023), KLM’s network will embrace a total of 163 destinations: 92 European and 71 intercontinental. The new destinations taken up in the network are Nantes in France, Rovaniemi in Finland, Aarhus in Denmark and Katowice… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus expands fleet with its first Airbus A320neo aircraft

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Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Pictured are Aer Lingus First Officer Conor Murray, cabin crew members Oisin Leong and Kellie Woods, and Aer Lingus Director of Fleet Lander Dominguez Ruiz as Aer Lingus took delivery of its first Airbus A320neo aircraft (registration EI-NSA, named Saint Thomas), which will go into service on… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus to operate direct service between Cleveland, Ohio and Dublin for summer 2023

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Aer Lingus will be the only Irish and European airline to operate from Cleveland, Ohio Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus has today (28 September 2022) announced a new transatlantic route for summer 2023 which will see the airline operate its first service to Cleveland, Ohio direct from Dublin. Commencing on… Read the full press release

London Gatwick welcomes Bamboo Airways’ new service to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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London, UK, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers across London and the South-East will benefit from a new connection from London Gatwick to Asia this winter, with Bamboo Airways launching flights to the popular Vietnamese destination Ho Chi Minh City. From there, passengers will also be able to connect onwards with Bamboo Airways to… Read the full press release

ITC and IATA to cross-link information offerings to expand access to strategic information for trade and cargo professionals

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London, Geneva, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Trade Centre (ITC) joined forces to improve access to global trade and air cargo supply chain information for businesses and air cargo professionals. Through this agreement, ITC and IATA will cross-link their information offerings, including data, to expand… Read the full press release

Kunal Makhija, Co-Founder of Sloshout, Shared How They Started Work

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DELHI, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Booking a venue can be a task, from selecting one to actually seeing it come together through your vision. To make things easier, there are many e-markets that help us select the venue for any occasion. One of which is bootstrapped sloshout a web platform that was originally… Read the full press release

Global Heritage Tourism Body and Nordic Tourism Collective Join Forces

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The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage and the Nordic Tourism Collective team up, starting with an online workshop on 5 October LONDON, 2022-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) has joined the Nordic Tourism Collective (NTC) to build mutual awareness and value of the unique… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free to sell FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM merchandise across Qatar

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The award-winning retailer will sell FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM merchandise across Qatar in fan zones and at each match stadium. DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free, a fully owned subsidiary of FIFA Partner Qatar Airways, is proud to announce that it has been named as Official Retail Store for the… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Privilege Club and ALL – Accor Live Limitless enhance offerings for members

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Privilege Club and ALL members can now link their accounts to enjoy incredible rewards and benefits, including tier fast-track Doha, Qatar, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Privilege Club and ALL – Accor Live Limitless announce the enhancement of their strategic partnership, providing new ways for members to earn both Avios and ALL… Read the full press release

CWT welcomes Janet Wu Nuckles as Vice President, Tax

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform today (September 27, 2022) announces the appointment of Janet Wu Nuckles, Vice President, Tax reporting directly to Judy Hendrick, CWT’s Chief Financial Officer. “One of the reasons I decided to move from interim to permanent CFO after a month of… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Grape Hospitality announce five conversion properties across Spain, France and Italy

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The agreement heralds an 810-room partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts at five properties across Spain, France and Italy DENHAM, UK, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today (27 SEPTEMBER 2022) announces a multi-property development agreement with Grape Hospitality for five conversion properties in… Read the full press release

Katara Hospitality strengthens partnership with Accor with the new Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier in the Northern region of Morocco

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ACCOR GROWS ITS LUXURY FOOTPRINT IN THE KINGDOM OF MOROCCO WITH its third FAIRMONT PROPERTY, SET TO OPEN ON: NOVEMBER 1ST 2022 Doha, Qatar, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, a leading global hotel owner, developer, and operator based in Qatar strengthens its partnership with Accor, the world’s most diverse hospitality group with over… Read the full press release

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) announces partnership with Iskwew Air

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Musqueam Territory / Richmond, B.C., 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (September 26, 2022), Iskwew Air and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that strengthens the working relationship between the Indigenous, woman-owned airline and the airport. The MOU between Iskwew Air and YVR is based on collaboration to enhance connectivity… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko tempts guests with an exclusive seven-course menu with white and black truffles on 22 October at Come Prima Restaurant

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Bansko, Bulgaria, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — After last Saturday’s successfully held French themed dinner, Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko continues the tradition of organizing various culinary themed dinners. The hotel will surprise gourmet lovers with a new sophisticated culinary temptation on 22 October at Come Prima Restaurant – an exclusive seven-course menu with… Read the full press release

MSC Cruises unveils new entertainment offerings on board MSC Seascape

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MSC Cruises’ newest Seaside Class ship provides endless hours of onboard entertainment from new themed shows to thrilling interactive experiences. Six new production shows at the Chora Theatre which will delight guests of all ages. Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises today (28 September 2022) revealed details of the new entertainment… Read the full press release

Courtyard by Marriott launches new program to inspire NFL fans to follow their passion for football

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The Official Hotel of the NFL will host the first-ever “Fansgiving” dinner and the return of the Super Bowl Sleepover, plus exclusive experiences for Marriott Bonvoy members BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Entering its 12th year as the NFL’s official hotel partner, Courtyard by Marriott® – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s® portfolio of… Read the full press release

Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) prepares for busy National Day Golden Week Holiday

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Macao, China, 2022-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — To welcome the National Day Golden Week Holiday from 1 to 7 October 2022, Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has poured greater efforts in destination marketing and promotion of special offers, alongside a range of wonderful activities. Preparations are made to welcome visitors as a new impetus… Read the full press release

Five Insider Tips on How to Visit Bali Now

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New York, USA, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — International travel to Bali is back and better than ever. Travelers looking to explore the Land of the Gods are in for an easy journey as quarantines are no longer mandatory upon arrival, visas are not required to enter Indonesia and more flights to the province are… Read the full press release

Emirates named ‘Airline of the Year’ for third consecutive year at the Monitor Airline of the Year 2022

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Emirates is voted ‘Airline of the Year’ for third consecutive year Airline receives top honours for premium services and in-flight entertainment system Loyalty program and cargo services recognized in award program based on consumer poll Dubai, UAE, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has been named ‘Airline of the Year 2022’ in Bangladesh, clinching… Read the full press release

Emirates to launch additional services to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban

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Airline to serve Johannesburg with three daily flights Restore services to Cape Town with double daily schedule Durban to be served with daily flights from 1 December Dubai, UAE, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional… Read the full press release

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort offers the ultimate adrenaline rush with the addition of 400-metre long Zipline to the Layan Active Zone

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Phuket, Thailand, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Taking adventure to new heights, Anantara Layan Phuket Resort has added a 400-metre long Zipline to the cliffside of its Layan Active Zone. The zipline, suspended 15-metres above the ground with elevated views of the spectacular Layan Beach, gives thrill seekers an opportunity to soar through the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens announces the appointments of Apostolos Dimou as Executive Chef and Michalis Chatzikalimeris as Executive Pastry Chef

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Two of the industry’s finest talents return “home” to helm the Hotel’s eight vibrant dining outlets Athens, Greece, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Known as xenia, the Greek art of hospitality is legendary. So it is with a warm embrace and a proud heart that Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens welcomes two of the industry’s finest… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises® unveils new collection of 25 voyages for Silver Endeavour℠—the world’s most advanced luxury expedition ship

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Journeying from pole to pole throughout 2023/2024, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line’s newest ship features some of the most spacious public venues in expedition cruising MONACO, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has revealed a new collection of 25 voyages for its highly anticipated expedition vessel, Silver Endeavour℠—the world’s most… Read the full press release

Air Canada introduces CHOOOSE as its new carbon offset program provider

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Option for customers to purchase carbon offsets now integrated seamlessly into the flight booking process through Air Canada’s North America websites MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada today (Sept. 27, 2022) introduced CHOOOSE, a global climate technology company as the airline’s new carbon offset program provider. The option to purchase verified carbon offsets… Read the full press release

Air Canada welcomes the Government of Canada’s decision to lift masks on aircraft, testing and quarantine, and ArriveCan Requirements

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Further streamlining is needed to benefit travellers, economy   MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada today (Sept. 26, 2022) welcomed the Government of Canada’s decision to lift remaining COVID-19 restrictions, including requirements for wearing masks on aircraft, testing and quarantine, and the compulsory use of ArriveCan beginning October 1, 2022. “Air Canada welcomes the removal of… Read the full press release