Monthly Archives: February 2026

Jewel Changi Airport Announces First Fans’ Favourites Awards Celebrating Local and Global Retail Brands

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(IN SHORT) Jewel Changi Airport has revealed the winners of its inaugural Fans’ Favourites Awards, highlighting popular retail and dining brands among visitors. Singapore brands such as Birds of Paradise and Charles & Keith won multiple categories alongside international names including adidas, Apple and Uniqlo. The awards reflect Jewel’s strong mix of local and global… Read the full news article

From Mountain Communities to Coastal Hamlets Rural Destinations Compete for Best Tourism Villages 2026

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(NEWS) MADRID, Spain, 2026-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — UN Tourism has launched the application process for the Best Tourism Villages 2026 initiative, inviting rural destinations around the world to compete for international recognition as part of a programme that highlights tourism’s role in supporting local communities. The scheme, which has grown steadily since its introduction… Read the full news article

Condor Plans Strategic Move to Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 to Support Future Growth and Passenger Experience

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(IN SHORT) Condor will move its Frankfurt Airport operations to Terminal 3 starting in summer 2027 as part of its long-term growth strategy and partnership with Fraport AG. The new terminal will provide advanced infrastructure, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced passenger comfort while supporting Frankfurt Airport’s expansion as an international aviation hub. Terminal 3 represents… Read the full news article

Korean Air Cuts Aircraft Carbon Emissions by Over 420,000 Tons Through Fuel Efficiency and Fleet Modernization

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(IN SHORT) Korean Air reduced aircraft carbon emissions by more than 420,000 tons in 2025, achieving a 3.3 percent reduction despite an increase in flight operations. The improvement was driven by fleet modernization, fuel efficiency measures, optimized flight planning, and reduced ground energy use. Modern aircraft accounted for over 40 percent of flights, while AI-powered… Read the full news article

HMSHost Secures Long Term Contract Extension to Modernize Dining Experience at Miami International Airport

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(IN SHORT) HMSHost has signed a 12-year contract extension at Miami International Airport, ensuring the company’s continued presence as the airport undergoes a $9-billion modernization program. The agreement includes plans to transform more than 20 restaurants, bars and grab-and-go outlets across the airport’s terminals, introducing a mix of local dining concepts, global brands and proprietary… Read the full news article

Wizz Air Adds Direct Warsaw to Zadar Flights as Croatian Destination Joins Airline Network

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(IN SHORT) Wizz Air will launch a new seasonal route between Warsaw Chopin Airport and Zadar starting on 9 June 2026, operating four weekly flights throughout the summer season. The route introduces Zadar as a new Wizz Air station and strengthens the airline’s leisure network from Warsaw, offering affordable travel options to Croatia’s Adriatic coast…. Read the full news article

Catullo Lounge by Aspire Opens at Verona Airport as Swissport Expands Premium Travel Services

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(IN SHORT) Swissport International has opened the Catullo Lounge by Aspire at Verona Airport, expanding its airport hospitality presence in Italy and strengthening its partnership with SAVE Group. Located in the airport’s new terminal, the lounge offers seating for 95 guests and provides a quiet environment with complimentary food and beverages, regional cuisine, barista service,… Read the full news article

Mauritius Rises as a Global Holiday Hotspot Thanks to Two Decades of Emirates Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has played a major role in supporting Mauritius’ tourism growth, carrying over one million visitors to the island between 2022 and 2025 and accounting for more than 20% of arrivals during that period. The airline’s global network and partnerships have helped expand Mauritius’ reach into traditional and emerging markets, contributing to record… Read the full news article

Emirates Introduces Multi Method Split Payment System in Kenya to Expand Access to International Air Travel

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched a split-payment solution in Kenya in partnership with Cellulant, allowing customers to combine multiple payment methods or stagger payments when booking flights online. Powered by the Tingg payment gateway, the feature enables travellers to stay within mobile money transaction limits while completing higher-value purchases such as international airline tickets. The… Read the full news article

Minor Hotels Strengthens Indian Ocean Leadership with Milan Jajčanin Appointment at Avani Barbarons Seychelles

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(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has appointed Milan Jajčanin as Hotel Manager of Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles to strengthen operational leadership at the recently refurbished resort on Mahé. Jajčanin brings experience in hotel operations and food and beverage management and will oversee day-to-day activities at the 192-room property while focusing on service standards, team performance and guest… Read the full news article

OurAfrica.Travel announces new partnership with Africa’s Eden

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South Africa, 2026-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — OurAfrica.Travel is Africa’s only digital trade show, and has, since its inception during the 2020 lockdown, been all about collaborations and partnerships in the spirit of Ubuntu – driven by a desire to support the greater good of the whole African tourism community in an affordable, inclusive way…. Read the full news article

China Highlights Its Snowy Landscapes Winter Festivals and Spring Festival Traditions for American Travelers

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(NEWS) NEWPORT BEACH, CA, 2026-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — China National Tourist Office in Los Angeles is spotlighting China’s winter travel appeal through a Chinese New Year showcase in Southern California, highlighting snow festivals, seasonal traditions and cold-weather destinations as part of a broader effort to position the country as a year-round tourism choice. The event… Read the full news article

China National Tourist Office in Los Angeles to Present Chinese New Year Celebrations & Winter Travel Showcase at Fashion Island

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(IN SHORT) The China National Tourist Office (CNTO) in Los Angeles will host a Chinese New Year celebration and winter travel showcase on February 28, 2026, at Fashion Island in Newport Beach, California. The public event will feature festive decorations, lantern displays, cultural installations, and photo opportunities to celebrate the Spring Festival and introduce visitors… Read the full news article

A Valentine’s Day with Purpose as AEGEAN Employees Give Back to Nature on Mount Hymettus

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(NEWS) KIFISIA, Greece, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — AEGEAN Airlines marked Valentine’s weekend with an environmental initiative on Mount Hymettus, where employees and their families gathered to plant trees as part of the airline’s expanding volunteer programme. Organised through the airline’s employee volunteer group Team AEGEAN, the activity highlighted a growing focus on community engagement… Read the full news article

KLM Introduces New Destinations and Additional Flights Across Europe and Long Haul Network for Summer 2026

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(IN SHORT) KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will operate a global network of 164 destinations during the 2026 summer season, including 96 European and 68 intercontinental routes. The airline expects seat capacity to increase by about five percent, with new European destinations Jersey, Santiago de Compostela and Oviedo added to the network. Additional frequencies will be… Read the full news article

Maldives Returns to ITB Berlin with Cultural Events Industry Announcements and Plans for Visit Maldives Year 2027

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(NEWS) MALE’, Maldives, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives Corporation is preparing a high-profile return to ITB Berlin in March 2026, using the world’s largest travel trade exhibition as a platform to strengthen partnerships and build momentum toward the planned Visit Maldives Year 2027 campaign. The destination’s presence at Messe Berlin will run from… Read the full news article

NH Collection Brand to Enter Ghana as Minor Hotels Announces Major Accra Hospitality Project

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(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has signed an agreement with Swami India Ghana Limited to develop NH Collection Accra, a 200-room upscale hotel scheduled to open in 2030 as part of a mixed-use complex in central Accra. The project will introduce the NH Collection brand to Ghana for the first time and reflects Minor Hotels’ strategy… Read the full news article

New PATA DevelopmentAid Cooperation Connects Tourism Stakeholders With Global Development Opportunities

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(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with DevelopmentAid to strengthen collaboration between the tourism sector and the international development community. The partnership focuses on knowledge sharing, improved access to funding intelligence, and joint initiatives such as research projects and training programmes. PATA members will benefit from access to… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Welcomes the Return of the Clare Garda Youth Awards Honouring Young Changemakers

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(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport hosted the launch of the 2026 Clare Garda Youth Awards, marking the start of this year’s search for young people across County Clare whose actions are making a positive difference in their communities. Organised by An Garda Síochána in partnership with The Shannon Airport Group,… Read the full news article

Baltic Ground Services Strengthens Position as Key Aviation Services Partner Through Finnair Contract Extension

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(IN SHORT) Baltic Ground Services and Finnair have prolonged their cooperation in the Baltic region through renewed agreements covering aviation fuel supply in Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn as well as ground handling services in Vilnius starting in 2026. The collaboration, which began with fueling operations in Vilnius and later expanded to additional Baltic airports, supports… Read the full news article

Navitaire Helps Shape the Future of Travel Booking as Volotea Adopts a New Cloud-Based Retail Platform

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(NEWS) MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Navitaire, an Amadeus company, is expanding its partnership with Volotea as the European low-cost carrier adopts Navitaire Stratos, a next-generation retailing platform designed to modernize the airline’s booking and digital retail capabilities. The agreement marks another step in Volotea’s technology-driven strategy as airlines increasingly turn to artificial… Read the full news article

New Attractions Seasonal Festivals and Texas Traditions Make San Antonio an Appealing Spring Break Destination

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(NEWS) SAN ANTONIO, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — San Antonio is positioning itself as a lively spring getaway with a mix of large-scale events, family attractions, and new developments across the city. As outlined in recent tourism updates from Visit San Antonio, the Texas destination expects another busy season as patio weather returns and spring… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental Partners with Simone Biles to Shape the Future of Luxury Wellness Experiences

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(IN SHORT) Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Olympic gymnast Simone Biles as its first Global Wellness Ambassador in a long-term partnership focused on advancing holistic wellbeing across the brand’s global portfolio. Biles will collaborate with the company’s wellness experts to help develop new programmes that integrate physical performance, mental health and recovery, while also… Read the full news article

New Holiday Inn Express and Suites Madurai Project Supports IHG Growth Strategy in High Potential Indian Cities

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Chentoor Hotels Pvt Ltd to develop Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madurai, a 150-room hotel scheduled to open in 2029 near Madurai International Airport. The project strengthens IHG’s presence in South India and supports its strategy of expanding into fast-growing secondary cities with strong business and… Read the full news article

IHG Launches Landmark voco Times Square Broadway Hotel as Premium Brand Continues Global Expansion

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened voco Times Square – Broadway, a 32-story, 419-room hotel that becomes the largest voco property in the Americas and one of the final new-build hotels approved in the Times Square district. Located at Seventh Avenue and West 48th Street, the hotel offers Prohibition-era-inspired interiors, modern guest rooms… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus Expands Cork Airport Network With New Routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela for Summer 2026

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(IN SHORT) Aer Lingus is expanding its Summer 2026 schedule from Cork Airport with new routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela, increased weekly flights to Glasgow, and the conversion of its Prague service into a year-round operation. The enhancements, alongside continued daily flights to Bristol and updated baggage benefits across Aer Lingus Regional services,… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport Expands Summer 2026 Travel Options With New Ryanair Route to Bari and Increased Frequencies

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(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport’s Summer 2026 offering will expand with Ryanair operating 36 routes, including a new connection to Bari and increased frequencies on several established leisure and city destinations. Backed by five Bristol-based aircraft and a significant local investment, the schedule provides Southwest travellers with more travel options and competitive fares for the summer… Read the full news article

Charity Auction Sculpture Finds Permanent Home as Bristol Airport Expands Passenger Experience

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(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport has unveiled a permanent Gromit sculpture named Edelweiss inside its Public Transport Interchange, following its purchase at a charity auction that raised funds for The Grand Appeal. A large steel “Bristol” sign has also been installed to create a strong sense of place for arriving travellers. The new features form part… Read the full news article

SAS Marks Olympic Homecoming With Dedicated Travel Support for Norway’s Winter Games Delegation

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(IN SHORT) Scandinavian Airlines is flying Norwegian athletes home from the Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina, working alongside national sports authorities to coordinate their return to Norway. The initiative reflects SAS’ long-term partnership with Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic organizations, through which the airline provides travel support for athletes year-round while strengthening connections between Scandinavian… Read the full news article

oneworld Appoints Aviation Veteran Ole Orvér as Chief Executive to Lead Next Phase of Alliance Growth

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(IN SHORT) oneworld has named Ole Orvér as its new CEO effective April 1, 2026, bringing extensive industry experience from leadership roles at Finnair, Qatar Airways, and several European carriers. He will oversee the alliance’s strategy to strengthen member collaboration, enhance customer benefits, and advance technological and sustainability initiatives. Orvér succeeds Nathaniel Pieper, who has… Read the full news article