Author Archives: Sheryl Rivera

A Softer Kind of Luxury Mandarin Oriental Interprets Pantone’s Cloud Dancer for 2026 Festive Season Experiences

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Dec-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is shaping the upcoming festive season with a softer palette, unveiling a global creative collaboration with Pantone® built around the 2026 Pantone Colour of the Year, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. The partnership brings the shade to life across ten flagship properties worldwide,… Read the full news article

From Desert Safaris to Corporate Travel Solutions World Travel Awards Celebrate dnata’s Excellence

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata Travel Group has earned ten accolades at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2025, reinforcing its position as one of the region’s leading travel services groups, according to their press announcement. Representatives from dnata Travel, Arabian Adventures, dnata Travel Management, and dnata Representation Services gathered at the… Read the full news article

Travel Sellers Gain Direct Access to Wizz Air Fares and Bundles Through New Kyte Integration

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(NEWS) BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air has taken a major step in its distribution strategy by partnering with travel technology platform Kyte, making the low-cost carrier’s fares and ancillary services available to third-party travel sellers through a modern API channel. The move introduces Wizz Air content to intermediaries including TMCs and… Read the full news article

Embraer Strengthens Production Resilience with a Deep Data Collaboration with Aquarela Analytics

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(NEWS) SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer has introduced Smart Planning, a new artificial intelligence-powered tool designed to optimize material management and increase supply-chain efficiency for aircraft production according to their  announcement. Developed over a ten-month collaboration with Aquarela Analytics, the system analyzes large volumes of data to support better… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Joins the Global Sunflower Movement as Inclusive Travel Gains Worldwide Momentum

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(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, marking a significant step in the airline’s efforts to make air travel more inclusive for passengers with non-visible disabilities according to their press announcement. Launched on December 1, the initiative allows travellers with conditions such as chronic illness,… Read the full news article

PATA and Jeju Forge a Landmark Alliance to Elevate the Island’s Position in the Asia Pacific MICE Landscape

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(NEWS) CHIANG RAI, Thailand, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Jeju Island is set to expand its global tourism footprint following a new Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Jeju Tourism Organization (JTO). Announced during the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 in Chiang Rai, Thailand, the agreement strengthens… Read the full news article

St. Regis Introduces a New Era of Estate Living with the Launch of Its Ultra-Exclusive Estates Collection

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(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is expanding its luxury portfolio with the launch of St. Regis Estates, a new brand expression designed for heritage-rich retreats defined by expansive grounds, deep-rooted history, and a residential sense of exclusivity. Created in response to rising demand for privacy, emotional connection… Read the full news article

Asia Pacific Becomes a Creative Powerhouse for Design Hotels with Its Largest Regional Expansion Yet

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(NEWS) BERLIN, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Design Hotels is marking a milestone year in Asia Pacific, announcing the addition of more than 14 new properties across the region—its strongest regional growth to date, accounting for 28% of the brand’s global portfolio expansion in 2025. The surge highlights APAC’s growing influence in the global… Read the full news article

A Dreamy Blend of Art Deco Romance and Modern Bangkok Energy at the New Metropole Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, 2025-Dec-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok’s posh Thonglor district has welcomed a new design-driven boutique destination with the opening of Metropole Bangkok, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, marking the debut of Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio brand in Thailand. Reimagined through the glamorous lens of 1920s Shanghai, the hotel blends colonial architectural charm with Art… Read the full news article

A Renewed Flight Path Strengthens Ties as Qantas Returns to Port Moresby Ahead of the PNG Chiefs’ NRL Debut

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(NEWS) SYDNEY, 2025-Dec-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will reconnect Sydney and Port Moresby from March 2026, reinstating a route that is expected to take on new significance as Papua New Guinea prepares to enter Australia’s premier rugby league competition in 2028. The twice-weekly Boeing 737 service, adding almost 35,000 seats annually, comes at a… Read the full news article

A Fresh Era of Refined Comfort Takes Flight as Qantas Unveils Its Revitalised A380 First Experience

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(NEWS) SYDNEY, 2025-Dec-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas is elevating the long-haul premium experience for its First customers with a refreshed suite of dining, wellness, and comfort upgrades rolling out progressively across its A380 network from December, according to their press release. The enhancements, shaped through traveller feedback and detailed inflight trials, reflect the Flying… Read the full news article

A Chic Island Getaway Awaits Travelers as Hilton and LXR Hotels & Resorts Prepare to Open Sandblu Santorini

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(NEWS) SANTORINI, Greece, 2025-Dec-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Santorini’s dramatic eastern coastline will soon welcome a new luxury hideaway as Sandblu Santorini, part of Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts collection, prepares to open for the 2026 summer season. Announced through a partnership between Hilton and RMKA Private Company, the upcoming 66-key retreat will mark the… Read the full news article

British Safety Council awards AGS Airports a three-airport standout in health and safety excellence

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(NEWS) ABERDEEN, Scotland, 2025-Dec-1 — /Travel PR News/ — AGS Airports is marking a major milestone after Aberdeen International, Glasgow and Southampton airports were each awarded the prestigious Sword of Honour by the British Safety Council, one of the highest accolades achievable in the field of workplace safety. The recognition comes on the back of all… Read the full news article

A new wave of boutique barefoot luxury arrives in the Maldives with MGallery’s upcoming Mirihi villa retreat

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(NEWS) MALDIVES, 2025-Dec-1 — /Travel PR News/ — A new chapter of boutique luxury is taking shape in the Maldives as MGallery Collection confirms plans for V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection, an all-villa retreat scheduled to open in early 2026. Set on the serene island of Mirihi in South Ari Atoll, the resort… Read the full news article

Connecting through music, art and inclusion as Emirates Group celebrates UAE National Day with Rashid Centre for People of Determination

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group has highlighted its commitment to accessibility and community inclusion through a collaborative engagement day with the Rashid Centre for People of Determination, aligning with the UAE’s Year of Community initiative. The full-day programme brought together Emirates Group Youth Council members, senior executives, and Rashid Centre… Read the full news article

A conservation-driven step for aviation as flydubai joins United for Wildlife to combat illegal wildlife trade

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Flydubai has strengthened its role in global conservation efforts by signing the Buckingham Palace Declaration, formally joining United for Wildlife’s Transport Taskforce — an international coalition focused on stopping illegal wildlife trafficking across air transport channels. The airline announced its participation during the Dubai Airshow 2025, positioning itself… Read the full news article

A new era of clean energy and smoother travel experience begins at Shannon Airport with the launch of its airfield solar farm and expanded terminal facilities

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(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport has taken a substantial step toward greener aviation operations with the launch of Ireland’s first solar PV farm built within an active airfield — a development expected to generate up to one-fifth of the airport’s electricity needs. The project, coupled with a newly expanded European… Read the full news article

A New Summer Push for Water Safety as Qantas and Surf Life Saving Australia Expand the Beach Passport Program

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(NEWS) SYDNEY, 2025-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Australian summer approaches, Qantas and Surf Life Saving Australia are renewing their focus on coastal safety by teaming up with swimmer and long-time surf lifesaving volunteer Cody Simpson, according to their press announcement. The collaboration aims to draw more Australians to the Beach Passport, an online… Read the full news article

Wyndham Expands in China with the Opening of Baymont Kunming Wuhua, Bringing Warmth and Midscale Comfort to Travelers

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(NEWS) SHANGHAI, 2025-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is widening its Asia-Pacific presence with the introduction of Baymont Kunming Wuhua, the first-ever international property for the Baymont by Wyndham brand. The hotel brings the brand’s recognizable warmth and community-focused approach to Kunming, a city that has rapidly emerged as one of China’s… Read the full news article

Strengthening the Asia–Europe Trade Bridge with a Next-Generation Cargo Partnership between Frankfurt Airport and Shanghai Pudong

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(NEWS) FRANKFURT, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport have entered a new phase of cooperation with a strategic partnership designed to strengthen cargo connectivity between Europe and Asia. By signing a Memorandum of Understanding, the two major hubs are expanding an already long-standing relationship, setting the foundation for deeper… Read the full news article

Supporting Changemakers: Belfast City Airport Reopens Its Community Fund for 2025

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(NEWS) BELFAST, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has opened applications for its Community Fund, inviting charities, schools, local organisations, and community groups across Greater Belfast, Ards, and North Down to seek financial support for initiatives that meaningfully benefit local residents. The long-running fund, which has distributed more than £700,000 to 237 projects… Read the full news article

A Significant Leap for European Logistics as Swissport Unveils Its New Schiphol Cargo Facility

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(NEWS) ZURICH, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has strengthened its position in Europe’s air-cargo corridor with the launch of a new second-line cargo facility at Amsterdam Schiphol, according to their press release, adding significant capacity at one of the continent’s busiest logistics hubs. The newly opened Terminal 12 expands the company’s Schiphol footprint by… Read the full news article

The UAE’s Logistics Horizon Expands as Emirates SkyCargo and LODD Work Together on Next-Generation VTOL Capabilities

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo has taken a strategically significant step toward shaping the next era of global logistics with a new Memorandum of Understanding signed with Abu Dhabi–based LODD Autonomous during the 2025 Dubai Airshow. The partnership unites two pioneering UAE innovators to explore the development and deployment of autonomous… Read the full news article

A New Chapter of Innovation and Leadership as dnata Extends Its Reign in Ground Handling

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata’s double win at the Aviation Business Middle East Awards 2025 marks the latest milestone in a transformative journey that has spanned more than a decade, redefining the standards of ground handling, cargo operations and aviation services worldwide. According to their press announcement, this year, the organisation claimed… Read the full news article

Silversea Unveils AI Fitness and Superyacht-Level Golf Experiences as Luxury Cruising Evolves

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(NEWS) MIAMI, 2025-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea is enhancing its reputation for high-end, experience-driven cruising with a slate of new wellness, sports, and cultural offerings rolling out across its fleet, introducing two cruise industry firsts in the process. Beginning this month, the luxury brand becomes the first cruise line to bring amp—an AI-powered strength… Read the full news article

How Southwest’s Shift to Assigned Seating Will Transform the Airport and Boarding Experience

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(NEWS) DALLAS, TX, 2025-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines is preparing for one of the most significant operational shifts in its history as it moves from its signature open-seating model to assigned seating beginning January 27. According to their press announcement, the transition will bring a redesigned gate experience, an updated boarding structure, and… Read the full news article

Air India Blends Regional Flavours and Global Inspirations in Its Most Ambitious Menu Overhaul Yet

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(NEWS) NEW DELHI, 2025-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Air India has unveiled an expansive new global menu designed to elevate the inflight dining experience across its international and domestic network, blending India’s diverse regional culinary heritage with contemporary global influences. Now introduced on most ex-India international routes — including services to London, New York, Melbourne,… Read the full news article

HMSHost Brings Northern Virginia’s Craft Spirit to Dulles International Airport with MurLarkey Flights & Bites

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(NEWS) BETHESDA,MD, 2025-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Dulles International Airport is set to welcome a new locally inspired dining experience as HMSHost, part of Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), secures a 10-year contract to introduce MurLarkey Distilled Spirits Flights & Bites to the airport’s upcoming Concourse E. The partnership brings one of Northern Virginia’s most celebrated craft… Read the full news article

A Sparkling Holiday Experience as Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Joins Forces with De Beers London

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London has unveiled a striking festive collaboration with De Beers London, transforming the hotel’s lobby into a jewel-inspired winter experience titled The Jewel of the Season with De Beers London. This year’s celebration brings together two storied luxury names, blending De Beers’ heritage of… Read the full news article

A New Era of Convenience as Amadeus Brings SmartRyde Airport Rides Into One Easy Booking

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(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus is strengthening its ground-transportation offerings through a new integration with SmartRyde, the Japan-based airport transfer specialist whose services span more than 1,000 airports worldwide, according to recent news. As one of the travel industry’s most widely used technology platforms, Amadeus will now enable travel sellers to access… Read the full news article