(IN SHORT) easyJet has announced five new winter routes from Newcastle Airport to Barcelona, Berlin, Copenhagen, Hurghada and Rovaniemi, further expanding its North East network after opening a base at the airport in March 2026. The airline has now quadrupled its Newcastle route offering, with 31 destinations on sale. The Barcelona service will begin on… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) flydubai has inaugurated its new direct service to Benghazi in Libya, becoming the first UAE carrier to operate flights to Benghazi Benina International Airport. The route will run three times a week from Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, expanding flydubai’s African network to 13 destinations across nine… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Christchurch Airport has opened its new $40 million freight apron, a major infrastructure project designed to expand air cargo capacity, improve freight flexibility and support South Island trade and economic growth. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined airport Chief Executive Justin Watson, Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger, freight operators, exporters and industry leaders for the… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, UK, 2026-Jun-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism investment depends on more than visitor demand. Destinations also need clear regulation, coordinated planning, political commitment and a visible pipeline of projects if they want to attract long-term private capital. The World Travel & Tourism Council has launched a new global framework titled The Seven… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BERLIN, Germany, 2026-Jun-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism destinations recovering from major wildfires are placing greater emphasis on long-term ecosystem restoration and environmental resilience. In northern Spain, the TUI Care Foundation has launched a new forest restoration initiative in Navarra aimed at helping landscapes recover after a devastating wildfire that swept through the… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI / LONDON, 2026-Jun-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Wildlife conservation efforts are increasingly drawing support from industries beyond the traditional environmental sector, with logistics and transport companies playing a growing role in protecting endangered species and combating illegal wildlife crime. Emirates SkyCargo is contributing to that effort through a new partnership with UK-based… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) dnata Catering & Retail Singapore has begun providing inflight catering services for Air Macau at Singapore Changi Airport, further expanding its long-standing partnership with the Air China Group. Under the new agreement, dnata will support Air Macau’s daily Singapore operations and produce around 54,000 meals annually across business and economy cabins. With Air… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has recorded its strongest-ever performance at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, winning 31 accolades across the region, up from 26 the previous year. The group’s flagship luxury brand, Anantara Hotels & Resorts, was voted the number one Favourite Hotel Brand of the Year, while Minor Hotels also… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village has announced a festive Fourth of July weekend programme for 2026, featuring seasonal dining, wellness classes, family activities, live music and fireworks viewing. The hotel will host a cookout at The Cove on July 4 with American Wagyu beef sliders, kosher hot dogs, watermelon and house-made ice cream… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) China Eastern has launched its first direct service between Shanghai and Zurich, with the inaugural flight landing at Zurich Airport on 18 June 2026 at 7:49 a.m. The airline will operate the route three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Flights will depart Zurich at 2:05 p.m. and arrive in Shanghai… Read the full news article