Finnair CEO Steps Aside for #GirlsTakeover Campaign Promoting Equality in the Workplace

Helsinki, Finland, 2023-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair is taking part in Plan International’s #GirlsTakeover campaign, where girls step into the shoes of political, social and economic leaders as part of the UN’s International Day of the Girl celebrations. At Finnair, 17-year-old Siru Nuutinen will take over the role of CEO Topi Manner and work with Finnair’s Executive… Read the full press release

Ennismore and Banyan Tree Group Partner with Dubai Holding to Launch Luxury Resort on Bluewaters

Sébastien Bazin, Chairman & CEO Accor, signs the agreement with Amit Kaushal, Group CEO of Dubai Holding The first of many announcements marking the beginning of a larger hotel and brand development partnership between Accor and Dubai Holding, with multiple projects in the pipeline Paris, France, 2023-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Ennismore and Banyan Tree Group,… Read the full press release

Delaware North Introduces Delectable New Menu Items and Enhanced Stadium Dining Experience at EverBank Stadium

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2023-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — EverBank Stadium foodservice partner Delaware North introduced an array of new menu items and other enhancements for the upcoming season. From creative renditions of beloved classics to bold innovations inspired by local tastes, more than 15 new items have been added to the lineup to enhance the… Read the full press release

Delaware North Unveils Exciting New Food and Beverage Options for 2023 NFL Season at Highmark Stadium

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y., 2023-Sep-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Highmark Stadium foodservice partner Delaware North announced an array of new and unique food and beverage offerings for the upcoming 2023 NFL season. “Throughout the offseason, our team dedicated itself to the process of refining and perfecting our menus – placing special emphasis on foundational items like… Read the full press release

San José Airport Introduces BBGo Autonomous Mobility Vehicle for Enhanced Passenger Experience

SAN JOSE, CA, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) hosts the Station Managers of each airline serving the Airport for a live demonstration of the BBGo Autonomous Personal Mobility Vehicle by San José-based tech start-up, Blueberry Technology. The devices are meant to supplement mobility needs for those who do not want… Read the full press release

Travelzoo Unveils Travelzoo META, a Members-Only Metaverse Travel Experience Service

NEW YORK, NY, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Thousands of people visiting Times Square were stopped in their tracks. Splashed across the façade of NASDAQ’s headquarters yesterday were fantastical animals from the Metaverse. Travelzoo META’s Travel Companions gazed out at onlookers and announced with their presence that the future of travel is here. Travelzoo®… Read the full press release

IATA Expresses Concern Over Reduction in Amsterdam Schiphol Slots Starting Summer 2024

Schiphol, Netherlands, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association reacted to confirmation from the Dutch Slot coordinator at Amsterdam Schiphol of the reductions in slots from Summer 2024. IATA Deputy Director General Conrad Clifford said: “The news that airlines operating at Schiphol will lose slots from Summer 2024 confirms our worst… Read the full press release

Emerald Airlines Unveils Expanded Winter 2023 Schedule from Belfast City

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emerald Airlines, the largest airline serving Belfast City, and the exclusive operator of Aer Lingus Regional services, has released its Winter 2023 schedule. The Winter schedule will commence at the end of October 2023, through to the end of March, 2024. With over 1.1 million seats… Read the full press release

Cathay Cargo Expands Booking Convenience through Digital Link to Kuehne+Nagel’s System

Pilot API scheme demonstrates real benefits for customers with quick access to Cathay Cargo inventory and booking through freight forwarder’s own system Hong Kong, China, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its focus on customer-centricity, Cathay Cargo has widened its sales distribution channel by placing its rates and availability in Kuehne+Nagel’s own… Read the full press release

Aruba Successfully Implements Digital Passport Technology, Eliminating Physical Passport Requirement for Travelers

Aruba is exploring rolling out Digital Travel Credentials across the island Montreal, Canada, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, and the Government of Aruba showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Announces New Nonstop Service from Raleigh-Durham to Frankfurt in 2024

Cologne, Germany, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa will begin nonstop service to Frankfurt in 2024, giving Triangle-area travelers easy access to Germany and beyond with streamlined connections to Europe, the Middle East, India, Africa and more. “This is an exciting day at RDU as we welcome Lufthansa to the Raleigh-Durham market,” said Michael… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean Opens Early Booking for Icon of the Seas 2025-2026 Cruises with New Destinations

After Breaking All-Time Booking Records, the First-of-its-Kind Vacation is Now Open for 2025-26 and Visiting New Destinations in the Caribbean from Miami MIAMI, FL, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a record-breaking response to the new Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International is opening the highly anticipated vacation’s next lineup of 7-night adventures from Miami three… Read the full press release

World of Hyatt Offers Bonus Points Promotion for Fall and Winter Getaways at Over 1,250 Hyatt Hotels Worldwide

New global promotion enables travelers to earn thousands of points on adventures before the year’s end CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced World of Hyatt is celebrating the changing seasons by encouraging travelers to take advantage of a new global promotion for memorable getaways. Starting today, World of… Read the full press release

Hyatt to Expand Hyatt Regency Brand in Latin America & Caribbean with Panama City Hotel Opening in 2024

Expected to open in summer 2024, Hyatt Regency Panama City will help Hyatt grow its brand in a bustling leisure and business travel market CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) in collaboration with Hotel Properties of Panama Inc., announced the planned expansion of the Hyatt Regency brand in the Latin… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines to Resume Direct Flights to Brussels After 20 Years, Enhancing European Connectivity

Singapore, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) will launch non-stop flights between Singapore and Brussels, the capital of Belgium, from 5 April 2024, returning to the city after more than 20 years. SIA will operate four weekly flights to Brussels with the long-haul variant of its Airbus A350-900s, which feature 253 seats… Read the full press release

Delaware North Introduces DUUUVAL Express: Amazon-Powered Checkout-Free Store at Jacksonville Jaguars’ Stadium

DUUUVAL Express brings first autonomous shopping experience to this NFL venue and will offer refreshments and freshly prepared hot food items JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Delaware North, a global hospitality and entertainment company, announced a new store with Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology and Amazon One. Designed to eliminate checkout lines, DUUUVAL Express… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin 2024: Calling Travel Industry Innovators for Cutting-Edge Insights and Solutions

Berlin, Germany, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — ITB Berlin eTravel Stage and ITB Innovation Radar give voice to the travel industry’s trailblazers at ITB Berlin, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show. Both are open for submissions now, paving the way for the exciting ITB Berlin 2024 packed with cutting-edge insights, solutions, and technologies. ITB… Read the full press release

8th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism Returns to Spain: Spotlight on Rural Development and Culinary Heritage

Madrid, Spain, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will return to Donostia-San Sebastian in Spain (5-7 October) to focus on how tourism can foster rural development, build economic resilience, and preserve cultural heritage. Held under the theme ‘Gastronomy Tourism: Back to the roots’, the Forum will put the spotlight… Read the full press release

London Luton Airport Staff Deliver Baby in Departure Lounge Drama

Luton, UK, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — London Luton Airport (LLA) staff worked together to provide the warmest of welcomes to a very special ‘airport arrival’, after a pregnant passenger went into labour in the airport departure lounge. Rushing to the scene, members of the LLA Guest Experience, Security and Fire Service teams moved… Read the full press release

SITA Enables Off-Airport Baggage Service Alltheway to Offer Seamless Bag Tracking and Delivery

Alltheway will allow passengers and airlines to track bags on and off airport using SITA Bag Journey Paris, France, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA technology is powering a new and convenient baggage service from French start-up Alltheway, enabling passengers traveling from Paris to check in and drop off their bags from their home… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport Celebrates Record Passenger Numbers and High Customer Satisfaction in August

August was the busiest month of the year for Manchester Airport with 3.1m people travelling through the Northern hub More than 98% of people queued for less than 15 minutes at security and 93% said their experience was good or excellent Managing Director hails the summer as “one of the best ever” and looks to… Read the full press release

G20 New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration Acknowledges Tourism’s Vital Role in Sustainable Development

Delhi, India, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism’s key role in advancing sustainable social and economic development has been highlighted in the G20 New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration. The meeting of the G20 economies (New Delhi, India, 9-10 September) recognized the “opportunity to build a better future [through] development models that implement sustainable, inclusive and… Read the full press release

IATA Announces Theme and Co-Host Airline for World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium 2023

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ”Value Creation – Unlock the Potential” will be the theme of the joint World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event will take place 25-26 October 2023 in Chicago, USA, with United Airlines as the co-host airline…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Nashville Launches Titan Up Terrace for Football Fans

A short walk from Nissan Stadium, Mimo Restaurant and Bar offers an immersive Titans experience with dedicated gameday food and drink specials and exciting music-oriented fan giveaways while hosting a live pre-game radio broadcast in partnership with “Nashville’s Rock Station,” 102.9 The Buzz Nashville, USA, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Nashville, conveniently… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Nevis Invites Guests to Experience a Magical Caribbean Holiday Season

A modern embodiment of the spirit and soul of the Caribbean, the luxury resort offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, relaxation and recreation with a unique style of holiday hospitality that can only be found on Nevis Nevis, West Indies, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis is inviting guests to enter a realm… Read the full press release

QATAR AIRWAYS Partner QVISION Wins 60 Awards at the 13th Eventex Awards for Exceptional Event Experiences

The remarkable milestone has been set by QVISION’s organisation of leading events, including Qatar Airways 25th Anniversary Celebration, IATA’s 78th Annual General Meeting Gala, and Qatar Airways live Formula 1® & Motorsports Festival Doha, Qatar, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ award-winning partner event management company, QVISION, has been lauded with a staggering 60 accolades… Read the full press release

Mekong Tourism Office Promotes Internships to Plug Tourism Skills Gap

BANGKOK, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office has launched the Mekong Tourism internship finder on MekongTourism.org. The initiative is designed to address labour challenges faced by the tourism industry and to be a useful tool for interns seeking entry into tourism. The internship finder is primarily aimed at young people… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean Launches ‘The Big Royal Thank You’ Competition with £100,000 Prize Pool for UK and Ireland Travel Partners

Cruise Line Announces a New Trade Competition for Club Royal Members Across UK and Ireland LONDON, UK, 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has announced ‘The Big Royal Thank You’ competition for travel partners across UK and Ireland and featuring the largest prize pot to date. The interactive competition platform, dubbed ‘Bounty of the Seas,’ will be… Read the full press release

Holiday Inn Celebrates Opening of New Property in South Philadelphia, Ideal for Travelers and Sports Enthusiasts

Converted and renovated Holiday Inn Philadelphia Airport – Stadium Area offers comfortable, convenient accommodations for business and leisure travelers ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, recently celebrated the opening of a new Holiday Inn property in South Philadelphia following a conversion and… Read the full press release

voco Hotels Welcomes Travelers to Its Fourth New York Location, voco Fiorello – LaGuardia East

Denham, UK, 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Perfectly situated for both business and leisure travelers, voco hotels brings its unstuffy charm and hosted service to its fourth location in New York with the opening of voco Fiorello – LaGuardia East, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Premium collection. The hotel is located in Flushing – just… Read the full press release