New tents offer serene river views and an intimate wildlife experience in Cambodia’s largest national park, while supporting vital conservation efforts Botum Sakor National Park, Cambodia, 2024-Nov-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Cardamom Tented Camp, set within the pristine wilderness of Cambodia’s Botum Sakor National Park, has enhanced its eco-conscious accommodation offering with the addition… Read the full press release
New York, United States, 2024-Nov-12 — /Travel PR News/ – Gary Barlow, acclaimed singer-songwriter and former frontman of Take That, will shine a spotlight on one of South Africa’s oldest and most beloved wine estates, Spier Wine Farm, in today’s premier episode of “Gary Barlow’s Wine Tour: South Africa”. Airing at 2:00 PM on ITV1 in… Read the full press release
JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS, USA, 2024-Nov-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The National Park Service (NPS) added the Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area to the Park Service’s Reconstruction Era National Historic Network. Freedom’s Frontier includes Geary County. The post-Civil War Reconstruction Era (1861-1900) includes stories of freedom, education, and self-determination. During the period, the country grappled… Read the full press release
Potter fans can stay in Oxford’s New College this December. Its cloisters and quad feature in the movie The Goblet of Fire. (Courtesy UniversityRooms/copyright New College.) Christmas conjures magic and mystery in the Harry Potter movies. This December, it’s possible to stay in several of the filming locations used in the Harry Potter films, says… Read the full press release
Garage offers approximately 1,700 parking spaces with convenient options for travelers and features real-time parking space availability information (IN SHORT) The Chicago Department of Aviation has inaugurated a new six-story parking garage at O’Hare International Airport’s Terminal 5, more than doubling parking capacity for the terminal as part of a larger modernization effort under Mayor… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) British Airways has launched applications for 270 graduate and apprenticeship roles across fields like customer service, aircraft maintenance, and a new digital graduate program aimed at supporting the airline’s £7 billion transformation plan. Graduates can choose from nine two-year programs, while apprentices have 11 options, with roles available across the UK. Applications have… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) flydubai has announced an interline partnership with Batik Air Malaysia, expanding travel options for passengers across the UAE, Malaysia, and over 40 additional destinations. This agreement enables passengers to book seamless connections through Kuala Lumpur International Airport, with single bookings and checked-through baggage. flydubai’s CEO highlighted the partnership’s role in supporting Dubai’s status… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates will participate in the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024 from November 13-15, where it will showcase its retrofitted Airbus A380 with new cabin interiors, including First Class suites, an expanded Premium Economy section, and updated lounges. This marks the first time Emirates introduces its latest Airbus A380 model to Bahrain. The airline,… Read the full press release
The opening introduces the airline’s premium retail store concept and elevated customer experience to Africa for the first time, with more stores planned in the coming months (IN SHORT) Emirates has launched its first Emirates World store in Nairobi, Kenya, introducing its modern retail concept to Africa. The store offers a unique, interactive experience for… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels recently concluded a successful roadshow across Mumbai, Delhi, and Ahmedabad, promoting their distinctive travel experiences to over 400 Indian travel agents, wedding planners, and MICE companies. The event introduced 26 Minor Hotels properties from popular destinations, including the Middle East, Europe, and Southeast Asia, with a focus on destination weddings and… Read the full press release
‘Celebrate Life’s Moments’ themed art exhibitions at Sheraton unveil the Beauty of Chinese Heritage Crafts (IN SHORT) Sheraton Hotels has launched the ‘Gatherings by Sheraton’ program in Greater China, featuring a new series of cultural art exhibits titled ‘Celebrate Life’s Moments.’ The initiative, in partnership with the ‘Genius Mom’ project from the China Women’s Development… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Qantas is launching a new route connecting Brisbane to Palau, marking its fifth international destination added from Queensland in the past year. The “Palau Paradise Express,” scheduled to commence on December 7, will provide weekly direct flights to this Pacific Island nation renowned for its UNESCO-listed Rock Islands and unique marine environments. Qantas… Read the full press release
The Identical 82-Guest Viking Hathor and Viking Sobek Join the Company’s Award-Winning Fleet in Egypt (IN SHORT) Viking has celebrated the addition of two new Nile river ships, the Viking Hathor and Viking Sobek, with a ceremony in Luxor. The ships, designed for Viking’s 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary, are part of Viking’s growing presence… Read the full press release
New services between Montreal and Naples, Italy, Montreal and Porto, Portugal Return of Toronto-Prague, Toronto-Port of Spain and Ottawa-London flights New Montreal-Cincinnati and Vancouver-Nashville services, and the resumption of Toronto-Jacksonville, Over 100,000 weekly seats to 30 destinations across Europe and North Africa in the peak of Summer 2025 (IN SHORT) Air Canada is expanding its Summer 2025 offerings with new routes to Naples, Porto, Cincinnati, and Nashville, along with returning services to Prague, Port of… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Air Canada has broadened its intermodal travel options by adding rail and bus connections in Italy, Spain, Britain, and South Korea, offering seamless air-to-land itineraries for customers. This expanded strategy, launched in partnership with AccesRail, enables travelers to book both air and land segments in one itinerary, enhancing convenience and sustainability for short-haul… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Celebrating its sixth anniversary, Hotel Niccolo Changsha has launched “The Road to N” series, inviting guests to explore themes of style, urban innovation, and sustainability. The festivities include a thematic video series, a sustainable living lecture, and a recycling workshop. These experiences reflect the hotel’s dedication to luxury and meaningful engagement with Changsha’s… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Marco Polo Jinjiang has teamed up with Häagen-Dazs to offer the “Sweet Ice Point” co-branded afternoon tea experience, available in the hotel’s newly designed, light-filled lobby lounge until December 31, 2024. This afternoon tea set includes two scoops of Häagen-Dazs ice cream and a variety of elegant desserts, creating a refined and inviting… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) The UK Government has formed the Aviation Accessibility Task and Finish Group to enhance air travel accessibility for disabled passengers. With input from leaders across the aviation industry and disability advocates, the group will focus on removing barriers and improving service standards, engaging directly with passengers to ensure their voices guide meaningful change…. Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) At the World Travel Market Ministers Summit, UN Tourism and WTTC led discussions on AI’s impact on the tourism sector, introducing the “AI for Good in Tourism” roadmap. Key topics included AI-driven research, workforce upskilling, investment strategies, and a new AI Challenge for tourism innovators. UN Tourism aims to harness AI’s potential for… Read the full press release
easyJet has launched its first flights and package holidays from Bristol Airport to Istanbul for customers eager to explore Turkey’s top tourism hotspot, becoming the only carrier operating the route. Seats are available to book at easyJet.com and via the mobile app with great value fares starting from just £23.99* Package holidays with easyJet holidays… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Swissport International has acquired ViaEurope, a logistics company specializing in cross-border e-commerce solutions, enhancing Swissport’s cargo handling capabilities. This integration provides a comprehensive, single-point service for shippers, airlines, and freight forwarders, covering all logistics stages from aircraft handling to final delivery. With ViaEurope’s expertise at major European airports, Swissport aims to streamline lead… Read the full press release
Mumbai, India, 2024-Nov-8 — /Travel PR News/ — When you plan a trip that involves multiple destinations, booking multi-city flights can be a great way to save time and money. Air India offers a convenient multi-city reservation option, allowing travelers to combine various flights into a single itinerary. This approach not only makes your journey more… Read the full press release
LINDSBORG, KANSAS, USA, 2024-Nov-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lindsborg Convention & Visitors Bureau earned multiple Travel Industry Association marketing awards at the 2024 Kansas Tourism Conference held in Olathe. “The Travel Industry Association of Kansas seeks to promote travel across the state through programming that engages all sizes of destination marketing organizations, enabling them to provide… Read the full press release
Surat Thani, Thailand, 2024-Nov-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Anurak Community Lodge in southern Thailand has won the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 2024 Responsible Tourism Award in the “Responsible Tourism Accommodation” category. The five winners, including Willem Niemeijer, co-founder of Anurak Lodge, and the CEO of owner-operator YAANA Ventures, received the award on… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Accor and the Arora Group have begun construction on the new Sofitel Dublin Airport, a luxury hotel expected to open in 2026. The hotel, featuring 412 rooms, upscale dining, and a sky bar, will provide seamless access to Terminal 2. This project marks Arora’s first venture in Ireland, bringing hundreds of jobs and… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Finavia has awarded Kuljettajasi Oy a contract for taxi services at Kuopio Airport starting February 2025, while existing provider Kuopion Taksiykköset will continue its service. The new agreement ensures reliable transportation options with reserved lanes for contracted taxis, maintaining flexibility for passengers to select any taxi service. (PRESS RELEASE) Vantaa, Finland, 2024-Nov-7 —… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Eve Air Mobility has reached a major milestone in the certification of its eVTOL aircraft with Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) publishing the final airworthiness criteria. Following public consultation, this step advances Eve’s Type Certification process, with further work planned in collaboration with ANAC and the FAA. This progress supports Eve’s vision… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched a collaboration with Spotify, offering curated playlists and top podcasts on flights to 140 destinations. This addition to the ice entertainment system caters to a diverse audience with multi-language content, adding to Emirates’ extensive media library and providing a more personalized inflight experience. (PRESS RELEASE) Dubai, UAE, 2024-Nov-7 — /Travel… Read the full press release
JAL mileage linkage and port collaboration will supercharge Lime’s growth and brand awareness, while offering major benefits to consumers and travelers (IN SHORT) Japan Airlines has partnered with Lime to enhance last-mile travel solutions across Japan, offering mileage rewards to Lime riders and expanding e-scooter networks in key regions. This collaboration aims to make sustainable… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) The Best Chef Awards debuted in Dubai, honoring culinary excellence and innovation. Among the awardees was Chef Pedro Pena Bastos of CURA in Lisbon, who received the prestigious Two-Knives Award. The event, gathering over 800 professionals, showcased emerging trends in gastronomy and emphasized collaboration and creativity in shaping the future of food. (PRESS… Read the full press release