Qatar Airways Group CEO Receives Lifetime Achievement Award and Three Prestigious APEX Awards

The national carrier of the State of Qatar received three more awards: 2024 APEX World Class Award, APEX Award for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and the APEX Award for Global Best Food & Beverage DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker was… Read the full press release

Cathay Launches Global Premium Travel Lifestyle Brand with ‘Feels Good To Move’ Campaign

Cathay will now be the master brand around the world, simplifying the way our customers interact with us Hong Kong, China, 2023-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay is excited to announce that its new premium travel lifestyle brand is officially rolling out to markets around the world, celebrating passion for travel as a way… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens Ranks #35 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023

Athens, Greece, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In a fitting end to an outstanding summer season on the Athenian Riviera, the fabled Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens has achieved #35 in the first edition of The World’s 50 Best Hotels, unveiled at a ceremony at London’s iconic Guildhall on September 19, 2023. The long-awaited list is 50… Read the full press release

Eastside Awards 2023 Now Open for Nominations with Exciting New Categories and Video Entry Option

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Now in its eighth year, the prestigious Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport is officially open for entry. With new sponsors, new categories and six awards open to public nomination, this year marks a significant milestone for the awards which acknowledge all… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Exclusive Flight-and-Hotel Packages with Complimentary Expo 2023 Doha Access

Discover a world of sustainable innovation with full access to the Expo 2023 Doha DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — With the spotlight on Doha as the first city in the Middle East and North Africa to host an A1 International Horticultural Exhibition, Qatar Airways Holidays is thrilled to launch flight-and-hotel packages with… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Partners with Carson Leslie Foundation to Deliver Backpacks to Youth Cancer Patients in El Paso

Dallas, TX, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines recently partnered with the Carson Leslie Foundation to provide complimentary cargo transportation to deliver 50 backpacks to youth cancer patients receiving long-term care at El Paso, Texas, hospitals. The Foundation delivered the backpacks, which were created by Under Armour and sponsored by the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation, to… Read the full press release

Delta Hotels by Marriott Introduces Refreshing Hydration Program with waterdrop® to Enhance Guest Wellness

As advocates for hydration, Delta Hotels by Marriott and waterdrop® aim to inspire leisure & business travelers to prioritize wellness while on the go and experience a new way of hydrating BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In a world that moves at a rapid pace, finding moments of pause and self-care is… Read the full press release

Courtyard by Marriott Offers NFL Fans the Ultimate Game-Day Experience

From NFL Team-Themed Guest Rooms at Select Courtyard by Marriott Hotels to Once-In-A-Lifetime Experiences from Marriott Bonvoy, NFL Fans Can Travel for the Love of the Game All Season Long BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Now in its 13th year as the NFL’s Official Hotel Partner, Courtyard by Marriott and Marriott Bonvoy are… Read the full press release

Aloft Hotels Debuts in Singapore with the Opening of the World’s Largest Aloft Hotel

Located in the cultural neighbourhood of Balestier, the world’s largest Aloft hotel introduces vibrant and flexible spaces for travellers to connect with the destination SINGAPORE, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Aloft Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the brand’s entry into Singapore with the opening of Aloft Singapore… Read the full press release

Marriott International Celebrates Culinary and Mixology Talent with Masters of the Craft Awards

Annual Competition Showcases Extraordinary Talent in Culinary and Mixology Across the U.S. and Canada BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced the winners of Masters of the Craft, an annual culinary and beverage competition designed to foster creativity and innovation while highlighting exceptional chefs and bartenders across the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of… Read the full press release

IHG’s avid hotel Brand Expands to New York with Opening in Brooklyn

Denham, UK, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — avid hotels – part of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 destinations across 19 brands announced the opening of its first New York property in Brooklyn. Operating under the ownership of SUNSHINE BROOKLYN LLC, avid hotel Brooklyn – Dyker Heights is… Read the full press release

Emirates and Beirut Basketball Club Announce Thrilling Three-Season Partnership

Airline commits to supporting Men’s, Women’s and U-18 teams, helping to further develop basketball in Lebanon Beirut, Lebanon, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has partnered with the Beirut Basketball Club as its Official Airline and jersey sponsor for the next three seasons. The deal underscores the airline’s long-standing commitment to supporting basketball in Lebanon,… Read the full press release

Emirates and SriLankan Airlines Forge Enhanced Connectivity with New Interline Agreement

Partnership encompasses 30 routes operated by both airlines Emirates customers can travel to two new points in India and Gan Island in Maldives via Colombo with seamless connectivity and baggage transfers SriLankan customers can travel with Emirates on 15 routes across the Middle East, US, and more with smooth connections in Dubai Dubai/Colombo, 2023-Sep-21 —… Read the full press release

Emirates Adds Extra Flights to Riyadh for National Day Weekend Travelers

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has deployed three additional flights to Riyadh to support the influx of travelers to and from the Kingdom over the National Day weekend. Conveniently scheduled so travelers can make the most of the celebrations, the additional flights will depart Dubai International Airport on 20 September,… Read the full press release

Weeva partners with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

Lindsey Walter (Co-Founder, Weeva) with Glenn Mandziuk (CEO) and Wolfgang M. Neumann (Chair) of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

London, UK, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance has welcomed the sustainability management platform Weeva as an affiliate member to help drive collaboration on industry resilience and data-led sustainability.   Designed by sustainable tourism experts, Weeva champions small, sustainable actions, backed by consistent data management, to boost efficiency and, ultimately, profitability within the industry. The… Read the full press release

Singita Kruger National Park wins the Flor de Caña Eco Hotel Award and is named No.15 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels

Singita Kruger National Park listed at No.15 in Teh World's 50 Best Hotels 2023

Cape Town, South Africa, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita Kruger National Park (comprising Singita Lebombo Lodge & Sweni Lodge) has been named No.15 in the new global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023. Singita was one of three hotels from Africa ranked in the top 50, and the only property in Sub-Saharan… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas Takes a Giant Step Closer to Port Canaveral Debut

The World’s Biggest Weekend Reaches the Next Phase of Construction Ahead of its July 2024 Debut MIAMI, FL, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — It was a big weekend for the world’s biggest weekend: Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas is now one step closer to its debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, in July 2024. The game-changing… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation Continues Expansion with Over 30 New Luxury and Lifestyle Properties in the Americas Region

Hyatt brands enter new markets, recent acquisitions broaden offerings for the industry’s fastest growing loyalty program Chicago, IL, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) continues to strategically grow its luxury and lifestyle brand footprint with a strong development pipeline of more than 30 planned hotels and resorts in the Americas region through… Read the full press release

Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara Opens at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Offering Mindfulness and Wellness Experiences

15,000-square-foot Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara offers signature treatments and wellbeing experiences, culminating Park Hyatt Aviara’s $60 million resort-wide transformation CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Miraval Resorts & Spas, a leader in transformative wellbeing destinations, announces the opening of its newest experience, Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara, located within the iconic… Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport Trials Revolutionary Walk-Through Security Scanner for Passenger Convenience

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport began testing the world’s first walk-through security scanner for passengers at Frankfurt Airport. The R&S QPS Walk2000 from Rohde & Schwarz is designed to speed up security checks. The first of these scanners is currently in use in Concourse A of Terminal 1. Passengers… Read the full press release

easyJet’s Fearless Flyer Program Returns to Help Overcome Fear of Flying

Winter courses to help aerophobics overcome their fear of flying now on sale with experience flights at seven UK airports VIP packages including a dedicated Captain to guide you through the experience flight are also available at Luton and Manchester Since 2012 more than 11,000 phobics have taken to the skies after successfully completing the… Read the full press release

Guillaume Halleux Appointed as Chief Commercial Officer of Swissport International AG

Zurich, Switzerland, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Guillaume Halleux joins Swissport as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 18 September. In close collaboration with Swissport’s regional business leaders, he will maintain an open customer dialogue to build trust-based long-term partnerships with our airline clients and ensure expectations regarding operational excellence are met. Effective 18 September 2023,… Read the full press release

International Tourism Reaches 84% of Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2023, Led by Middle East, Europe, and Africa

Madrid, Spain, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — International tourism has continued to recover from the worst crisis in its history as arrival numbers reached 84% of pre-pandemic levels between January and July 2023, according to the latest data from UNWTO. The Middle East, Europe and Africa lead the global sector’s rebound. Tourism on Track for Full… Read the full press release

Global Airlines Join Forces: IATA Safety Leadership Charter Aims to Elevate Aviation Safety Culture

Hanoi, Vietnam, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Safety Leadership Charter at the IATA World Safety and Operations Conference taking place in Hanoi, Vietnam. Safety leaders from more than 20 airlines are the first signatories: Air Canada Emirates Airline Philippine Airlines Air India Ethiopian Airlines… Read the full press release

British Airways Launches Speedbird Pilot Academy: Removing Barriers to a Dream Career in Aviation

Commercial airline pilot scheme covering the £100,000 cost* of training 60 recruits is now open to applicants Scheme will level the playing field in pilot recruitment and removes the biggest factor that gets in the way of people pursuing their dreams British Airways will work with local groups to boost applicants from communities up and… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Expands Summer 2024 Schedule with New Charter Services to Menorca, Mallorca, and Italy

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has announced the expansion of its summer 2024 schedule with three charter services to Menorca, Mallorca and Italy. The new services, facilitated by Northern Ireland’s leading tour operator, Travel Solutions, are available to book now. Summer 2023 saw huge demand for the Palma… Read the full press release

Singita and Thebe Magugu: New Creative Collaboration of High Design and Heritage

New York, United States, 2023-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Singita and internationally acclaimed designer Thebe Magugu have embarked on a collaborative journey to showcase nine extraordinary high-design pieces, celebrating Africa’s rich heritage stories through illustrations of Mother and Child by Phathu Nembilwi. He rose to prominence after he received the highly-coveted LVMH Young Fashion… Read the full press release

Four Insider Tips to Make the Most of Shoulder Season Travel

New York, USA, 2023-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — With peak season travel causing record-breaking crowds and traveling during shoulder season becoming increasingly popular, globetrotters are on the hunt for alternative destinations and times of the year to enjoy mild weather, lower prices, and to avoid the hustle and bustle of tourist groups. For travelers eager… Read the full press release

OUTRIGGER Appoints Two New Waikiki General Managers

At the helm of OHANA Waikiii East by OUTRIGGER is Kiana Beimes and at OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel is Cecilia ‘Ceci’ Hamao HONOLULU, 2023-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce Kiana Beimes as General Manager of the OHANA Waikiki East by OUTRIGGER and Ceci Hamao as General Manager… Read the full press release

Hyatt Launches Impression Makers Supper Club: A Culinary Luxury Experience in Collaboration with Renowned Chefs

Chefs Jeremiah Stone and Fabian von Hauske Valtierra from New York City’s Michelin-starred Contra restaurant host first Impression Makers Supper Club; new offering underscores the Impression by Secrets brand’s promise to transcend the extraordinary CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the launch of the Impression Makers Supper Club, a series… Read the full press release