Emirates earns perfect score on its latest IATA Operational Safety Audit

Dubai, UAE, 2022-Dec-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest passenger airline, has completed its latest IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) with zero findings – the equivalent of a perfect score, and a rare occurrence in the industry given the complexity of airline operations. Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said: “Safety is one… Read the full press release

Hilton announces its Winter Sale with discounted rates of up to 20%* off weekend hotel stays across EMEA

MCLEAN, Va., 2022-Dec-28 — /Travel PR News/ — According to Hilton’s 2023 Trends Report, over half (59%) of Brits hope to travel just as much – if not more – in 2023 compared to 2022. Whether travellers look to explore exciting new destinations or revisit their favourite places, Hilton has launched its Winter Sale offering holidaymakers who book… Read the full press release

Hotel Flüela in Switzerland to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in 2023

Located in the Swiss resort town of Davos, the hotel is expected to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in 2023, signaling Hyatt’s continued luxury brand growth in Europe CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Dec-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (December 23, 2022) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus announces January sale live until 16 January 2023

4 million seats on sale with up to 25% off European and UK destinations Flights to North America from just €179 each way as part of a return trip Aer Lingus data shows January 2nd at lunch-hour as busiest time to plan a holiday Sale is live from midnight 22 December until 16 January 2023 Visit… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus announces January seat sale on its direct transatlantic services from Manchester

Great sale fares on offer on direct flights from Manchester to Barbados, New York, and Orlando, from as little as £399 return* Visit aerlingus.com for great value fares – sale now live until midnight 16 January London, UK, 2022-Dec-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Customers can extend the festivities into the New Year thanks to… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean launches 2024-2025 year-long and summer Caribbean cruises

Year-round and Summer Cruises Across Eight Ships and 20 Destinations Make for a Lineup of Adventures in the Eastern, Southern and Western Caribbean MIAMI, FL, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — On the heels of winning “Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean” for the 20th year in a row*, Royal Caribbean International has introduced its 2024-2025 year-long and… Read the full press release

Finnair expands services between Helsinki and key Asian destinations for summer 2023

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair adds flights between its Helsinki hub and key destinations in Asia for summer 2023. Finnair resumes flights between Helsinki and Osaka with three weekly flights and adds frequencies to Tokyo Narita Airport. Finnair also adds frequencies to Hong Kong and Delhi, operating daily to both of… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport expands its fleet of fire vehicles with brand new Oshkosh Striker 3.0

London, UK, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has added a brand new fire engine to its fleet of fire vehicles; a state of the art Oshkosh Striker 3.0. Bristol is the first UK airport to take delivery of the third generation Oshkosh Striker ARFF vehicle. Bristol Airport’s fire team are currently completing… Read the full press release

SAS announces two new routes from Aalborg and Gothenburg to New York from April 2023

Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Following this route expansion, residents in Aalborg and Gothenburg will be able to fly directly to New York three times weekly with SAS’ latest addition to their fleet – the Airbus A321 Long Range. “As part of SAS’ strategy to strengthen the regional offering in Scandinavia, we… Read the full press release

UNWTO unveils ‘Best Tourism Villages 2022’

Madrid, Spain, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — From Austria to Vietnam, 32 destinations from all around the world have been named as ‘Best Tourism Villages 2022’ by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The accolade recognizes rural destinations that are embracing tourism as a driver of development and new opportunities for jobs and income, while… Read the full press release

AI Reimagines Tourist Attractions, according to one-star reviews

LONDON, England, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ —  CHRISTMAS is just around the corner, and you might be looking for ways to fill the long week before the new year begins, possibly even planning a visit to one of the UK’s top tourist attractions. So, how do you decide where you’ll go? Well, aside from traditional… Read the full press release

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Le Méridien New York, Fifth Avenue

Le Méridien New York, Fifth Avenue invites creative travelers to reminisce on the glamorous days of travel and indulge in the brand’s European spirit of savoring the good life BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Nostalgic nods to the glamourous era of travel set in the iconic, cosmopolitan allure of New York City’s… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the arrival of Aloft Hotels in Playa del Carmen

PLAYA DEL CARMEN, QUINTANA ROO, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Aloft Hotels, the hotel brand for music fans and design-driven travelers, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s® portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, arrives in Playa del Carmen today (DECEMBER 19, 2022). Marking the third Aloft hotel in the Mexican Caribbean, Aloft Playa del Carmen is located… Read the full press release

Oman Air and Omantel to provide passengers flying to Oman with seamless and hassle-free connectivity even before landing

Muscat, Oman, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has inked an agreement with Omantel, a leading telecom operator, to provide passengers flying to Oman with Tourist SIM Cards on board their flight. The one-year partnership aims to offer guests a hassle-free and efficient digital solution… Read the full press release

SAS AB announces departure of its Chief Operating Officer Simon Pauck Hansen

Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS AB (publ) (SAS) announces today (December 20, 2022) that Simon Pauck Hansen, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer has decided to leave SAS. After many years of dedicated service and an excellent career within SAS, Simon Pauck Hansen will leave SAS. The pandemic’s impact on the aviation… Read the full press release

Christchurch International Airport appoints Justin Watson as new Chief Executive

Christchurch, New Zealand, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Christchurch International Airport Limited has spent the past few months undertaking an extensive search for its new Chief Executive, assisted by Kerridge & Partners, and has made an appointment. Director and Chair of the Board’s People, Culture and Safety Committee Sarah Ottrey says… Read the full press release

Emirates adds fourth flight between Bangkok and Dubai from 1 January 2023

Bangkok, Thailand, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates starts an exciting new year in Thailand as the airline announces adding a fourth flight between Bangkok and Dubai from 1 January 2023, boosting connectivity between the two gateways and providing more options for travellers. The additional frequency will help serve the increased demand for international… Read the full press release

Finavia names Jessica Diktonius as Communications and Marketing Director

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Jessica Diktonius has been appointed as Finavia’s Communications and Marketing Director and a member of Finavia’s Executive Group from 1 March 2023. In her role, she will be responsible for Finavia’s communications, public relations and marketing. Jessica Diktonius has extensive experience in different roles in communications and… Read the full press release

Finavia adds three more taxi companies at Kuopio and Tampere-Pirkkala airports for smooth travel experience

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia has signed contracts with three taxi companies that will provide transport services at Kuopio and Tampere-Pirkkala airports. The contracts will take effect on 1 February 2023. “We want to provide air passengers with a smooth travel experience and keep the service level as high as possible… Read the full press release

flydubai unveils special livery to celebrate Argentina national football team’s World Cup 2022 victory

The Dubai-based carrier reveals a newly designed livery on two of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft as part of its regional partnership with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2022-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ —flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has unveiled a special livery on two of its Boeing 737 MAX 8… Read the full press release

Ryanair adds Budapest, Cardiff, Mallorca, and Valencia routes to Belfast International Airport for Summer’23

16 TOTAL ROUTES WITH OVER 140 WEEKLY FLIGHTS FOR SUMMER’23 DUBLIN, Ireland, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, the UK’s no.1 & most reliable airline, today (19 Dec) announced 4 additional routes for its comeback to Belfast International Airport for Summer’23. The return to Belfast International will consist of 16 total routes incl. these… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality holds exclusive opening tour of the Steigenberger icon Europäischer Hof

Deutsche Hospitality celebrates mountain festival in Baden-Baden Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — An icon is soon to be shining and shimmering in new grandeur: Europäischer Hof, the founding hotel, located in Baden-Baden and acquired by Albert Steigenberger in the 1930s, is still putting its imprint on the European luxury hotel… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort, Zambia

Brussels/Livingstone, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort, Zambia. Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi River, the resort is the Group’s first safari resort in Africa and first resort in Zambia, and is a key step towards its goal of… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Radisson Blu Resort, Lanzarote

Brussels/Arrecife, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Located in Costa Teguise and offering vast views of the Atlantic Ocean, Radisson Blu Resort, Lanzarote has opened its doors. The resort is the first Radisson Hotel Group property to arrive on the island, and the third in the Canary Islands, joining two Radisson Blu resorts in Gran… Read the full press release

CVG welcomes British Airways new direct route between the Cincinnati region and London Heathrow

Cincinnati, Oh., 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, British Airways and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) announced a new direct route between the Cincinnati region and London Heathrow, which will begin operating in 2023. Starting on June 5, 2023, this will be the only direct flight between the UK and all of Ohio,… Read the full press release

Swoop resumes service between Hamilton’s John C. Munro International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

The ultra-not-expensive airline gears up for winter with non-stop flights to third Florida city Hamilton, ON, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (December 16, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, restarted its popular service between Hamilton’s John C. Munro International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Swoop flight WO812 took off from Hamilton… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines announces resumption of direct services to Singapore on 25 March 2023

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the leading airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that it will resume direct services to Singapore on 25 March 2023. The flight will be operated four times a week with the ultramodern B787 Dreamliner. Flight No. Route STD (Local Time) STA (Local Time)… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport’s Runway Run raised over £1,695 for charity

London, UK, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Over one hundred dedicated people raised over £1,695 for charity after completing Bristol Airport’s Runway Run, on Friday night (9 December) in sub-zero temperatures. The event provided a unique opportunity for walkers and runners of all abilities to walk or run the length of the airport’s 2,011… Read the full press release

O’Hare International Airport installs ADA-accessible lactation pods

CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (12/17/2022) at O’Hare International Airport, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) visited one of the facility’s vacant newly-installed and ADA-accessible lactation pods that help make expressing breastmilk and pumping less complicated for traveling nursing parents. During her visit to the Mamava-developed pod that helps the travel hub… Read the full press release

Cathay supports youth development by participating in Hong Kong SAR Government initiative Strive and Rise Programme

Some 1,600 students and mentors to visit Cathay’s facilities as part of the Hong Kong SAR Government’s youth development initiative Hong Kong, China, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay proudly continues its long-standing commitment to supporting youth development in the community with its participation in this year’s Strive and Rise Programme – an initiative… Read the full press release