(NEWS) BERLIN, 2026-Jul-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Island destinations face a particular waste challenge: tourism can bring vital economic activity, but it also increases pressure on limited landfill capacity, coastal ecosystems and local recycling systems. The TUI Care Foundation is launching the next phase of Destination Zero Waste Curaçao in partnership with local organisation… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) TUI Hotels & Resorts has expanded its global portfolio with seven new hotel openings across Europe, Asia and the Caribbean during summer 2026, while preparing additional developments in Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and other markets. The latest additions include resorts and city hotels in Türkiye, Spain, Bhutan, Barbados and China, reflecting the group’s focus… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jul-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Reliable onboard internet has become an increasingly important part of the passenger experience, and airlines are investing heavily in faster connectivity to meet growing demand for streaming, remote working and real-time communication during flights. Emirates has reached a new milestone in its inflight connectivity programme, with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has introduced a third daily service between Dubai and Cape Town, with flight EK778 arriving at Cape Town International Airport on 1 July 2026 as the airline’s Airbus A350 made its first appearance in South Africa. The new service expands travel options between Cape Town and Emirates’ Dubai hub, improving access to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Luxair has launched direct scheduled flights between Helsinki and Luxembourg, with the inaugural service departing Helsinki Airport on 2 July 2026. The route will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays, using Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, making it the first regular scheduled service with this aircraft type at Helsinki Airport. Finavia said the… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MALÈ, Maldives, 2026-Jul-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Procurement may sit behind the scenes of destination marketing, but for tourism boards it plays an important role in how campaigns, services and partnerships are delivered. Visit Maldives Corporation has launched a new Visit Maldives Vendor Platform to digitise its procurement process and make supplier registration… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MALÈ, Maldives, 2026-Jul-2 — /Travel PR News/ — China remains central to the Maldives’ tourism strategy, not only because of visitor volume but also because of its role in sustaining growth at a time when global travel patterns are being affected by wider geopolitical uncertainty. The Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Visit Maldives… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Christchurch Airport has marked the launch of Solomon Airlines’ inaugural direct service between Christchurch and Port Vila, providing South Island travellers with a new route to Vanuatu from 2 July 2026. Operated by Airbus A320-200 aircraft, the service will run twice weekly, departing Christchurch on Thursdays and Sundays and returning from Port Vila… Read the full news article
(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2026-Jul-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainable aviation fuel is becoming a key tool for companies seeking to reduce the environmental impact of business travel, with corporate investment playing an increasingly important role in expanding SAF production and adoption. Deutsche Bank has agreed to support the deployment of approximately 1,600 metric tonnes… Read the full news article
London, UK, 2026-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — According to Acacia Africa, the latest news from Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is set to boost interest and bookings in Uganda. The Mishaya gorilla family in Rushaga has welcomed a newborn baby, increasing the group from nine to ten individuals. Arno Delport, Sales & Marketing Manager… Read the full news article