Gatwick Airport will host special STEM week in December across schools in Sussex

London, UK, 2021-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 300 schoolchildren across Sussex are to be engaged in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) initiatives by staff from Gatwick Airport, in the build-up to the airport’s engineering STEM week in December. Students from schools including Woodlands Meed in Burgess Hill, St Wilfrid’s in Crawley, The… Read the full press release

Blue Islands and partners with Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust to manage its carbon emissions via Rewild Carbon

St. Peter Port, Guernsey, 2021-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands is committed to every one of its flights being carbon neutral from 1 December 2021 through a new partnership with Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. The local airline will balance the carbon impacts of delivering regional air connectivity, which is a vital part of… Read the full press release

CDA ready for a busy and safe holiday travel week at both O’Hare and Midway International Airports

Historically one of the busiest travel periods of the year, O’Hare and Midway expect to see more than twice the number of passengers that passed through last year CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is preparing for a busy and safe holiday travel week at both O’Hare… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways inaugurates flight from Doha to Almaty, Kazakhstan

Twice weekly flights are served by an Airbus A320 New service will offer seamless connectivity via the World’s Best Airport to many destinations in the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to Almaty in Kazakhstan landed at Almaty International Airport… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways delivers a special fly-by above all FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ stadiums to mark one year until the much-awaited tournament

Qatar Airways celebrates 365 days to go until the start of the highly-anticipated tournament, with specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft sporting FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ livery flying above all eight stadiums Privilege Club, the Official Frequent Flyer Programme of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ gives valued members 3,650 bonus Qmiles when they book between… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines starts nonstop service to Belize City from Seattle and Los Angeles

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — If you’re looking for a new international destination to escape to – with an unbeatable mix of beaches, adventures and heritage that’s not too far away from the West Coast – it’s time to consider sun-splashed Belize. To make that trip planning easier, Alaska Airlines began nonstop service… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines appoints David Hess and Christopher P. Reynolds as members of the Board

Dallas, TX, 2021-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Directors of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has appointed David Hess and Christopher P. Reynolds as members of the Board. David Hess has been appointed to serve on the Board effective Nov. 18, 2021. Christopher P. Reynolds has been appointed to serve on the Board effective… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Place Allentown / Lehigh Valley and Hyatt House Allentown / Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania

CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NSYE: H) today (November 18, 2021) celebrated the opening of Hyatt Place Allentown / Lehigh Valley and Hyatt House Allentown / Lehigh Valley, the area’s first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House project. Situated on Route 222 (Fred Jaindl Memorial Highway) near Hamilton Crossings, Dorney Park,… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines expands codeshare arrangements with Singapore Airlines

Singapore, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines (SIA) today (18 November 2021) announced that they will reactivate their codeshare arrangement between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, and expand it to include 15 domestic points in Malaysia, seven destinations in Europe, and two cities in South Africa. This follows the announcement that… Read the full press release

San Francisco International Airport wins multiple awards from Airports Going Green®

Airport recognized for advancing sustainable aviation fuel, new AirTrain Extension project SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) received multiple awards from Airports Going Green® (AGG), the aviation industry’s leading forum on sustainability led by the Chicago Department of Aviation and co-hosted by the American Association of… Read the full press release

San Francisco International Airport recognized with Environmental Management Award for 2021 from ACI-NA

Airport honored for program to eliminate plastic beverage bottle waste SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), the foremost advocate for airport operators in North America, has honored San Francisco International Airport (SFO) with its Environmental Management Award for 2021. SFO was recognized for its “Zero… Read the full press release

Swoop announces new service to one U.S. destination and to eight Canadian cities

EDMONTON, AB, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (November 15, 2021), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low fare airline, reaffirmed its commitment to the Edmonton Metropolitan Region with the announcement of new service to one U.S. and eight domestic destinations from its Western Canadian base. The airline’s significant new investments were celebrated this morning alongside the… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport introduces online parking reservations

SAN JOSÉ , CA, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) is helping travelers take the worry out of Airport parking by introducing online parking reservations. The upgrade is part of a full suite of state-of-the-art parking improvements introduced as the Airport prepares for a busy holiday travel period. Upgrades… Read the full press release

easyJet Announces Winners Of Future Flight Competition

easyJet launched the competition in October for children to design a zero-emission passenger plane Cerys, aged 8 and Lara, aged 15 have been named as the winners of easyJet’s ‘Aircraft of the Future’ competition after they wowed judges with their designs The winning designs included innovative features such as solar panel wings, pressurised hydrogen fuel… Read the full press release

easyJet’s recycled uniforms recognized with ‘Sustainability Award’ at the 2021 Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide Awards

easyJet has celebrated winning the ‘Sustainability Award’ for its new Pilot and Cabin Crew uniform The uniform is produced using fabric made from 100% recycled plastic bottles With 45 bottles in each uniform, this will prevent 2,700,000 plastic bottles from ending up in landfill or in oceans over five years London, UK, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus announces its Black Flyday offers

€100 off return flights to North America €200 off return Business class flights to North America Save 20% on return flights and checked bags to ski destinations across Europe Change flights free of charge with the Aer Lingus ‘Book with Confidence’ policy Dublin, Ireland, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Planning a trip Stateside this… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport announces the opening of new Main Gate

Budapest, Hungary, 2021-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport has completed construction and put into operation a new Main Gate serving its staff and partners, located near the double roundabout on main road number 4 in Vecsés. The new Main Gate is a 440-square-metre building, has 123 parking spaces and is two and a… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes easyJet’s additional A320 aircraft for next summer

easyJet is adding an additional aircraft to its Bristol fleet for next summer The extra A320 family aircraft will provide around 176,000 low fare seats to over 74 destinations across Europe, to serve demand for next summer Seats are on sale from today at easyJet.com with great deals available from just £29.99 London, UK, 2021-Nov-19… Read the full press release

Trip.com Group becomes a corporate member of PATA

PATA CEO Liz Ortiguera and CEO of Trip.com Group Jane Sun speaking at the PATA Wellness and Luxury Travel Conference and Mart 2021 BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), is pleased to welcome Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, as its newest corporate member. By… Read the full press release

Swissport takes full ownership of Swissport Korea

Zurich, Switzerland, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International AG has increased the shareholding in its Swissport Korea joint venture to 100 percent from formerly 59 percent, underlining its confidence in the Korean aviation market and delivering on its Asia growth strategy. After first entering the Korean market in 2005 in a joint venture… Read the full press release

UNWTO further strengthens ties with the European Institutions

Europe, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The UNWTO leadership has addressed an informal meeting of EU Ministers Responsible for Tourism, further strengthening ties with the European Institutions. The Slovenian Presidency of the Council of the European Union included tourism on its programme of work, recognizing the sector’s heightened relevance and importance for inclusive, post-pandemic… Read the full press release

KAYAK adds two new properties in Mexico, KAYAK Sol and KAYAK Luna

Leading Metasearch Company opens two new properties in Mexico, KAYAK Sol and KAYAK Luna STAMFORD, Conn., 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — KAYAK, the pioneer in travel metasearch, announces two additional branded hotels in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. They join their sister property in Miami Beach as physical locations where KAYAK can build and test new accommodation software. “We’re reimagining… Read the full press release

Priceline opens the holiday season with its biggest Black Friday Sales Event

Including 22 Special Offers Plus Mystery Coupons for up to 99% Off NORWALK, Conn., 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Priceline is ringing in the holiday season with its biggest Black Friday Sales Event ever to help millions save even more on all their travel plans! Travelers will have access to a full week of… Read the full press release

British Airways starts first US transatlantic flight from Gatwick to Tampa, Florida

British Airways’ first US transatlantic flight from Gatwick since the start of the pandemic takes off to Tampa, followed by Orlando British Airways will operate to more US airports than any other transatlantic carrier The airline is also set to add Dallas to its A380 route network at Heathrow from March 27, 2022 London, UK, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Student Club, Qatar Airways Privilege Club marks its first anniversary with up to 40% discount on flights for members

Until 18 November 2021, existing and new Student Club members can enjoy up to a 40% discount on flights DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — On the occasion of the first anniversary of Student Club, Qatar Airways Privilege Club is launching a unique offer, designed to serve and reward students across the world… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways and JetBlue announce reciprocal loyalty partnership

Privilege Club members can now earn Qmiles on flights operated by JetBlue, further strengthening the existing partnership between the two airlines TrueBlue members can also earn points on flights operated by Qatar Airways DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and JetBlue are launching a reciprocal loyalty partnership, bringing additional perks to… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Welcomes latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha

Latest generation 777-9 test aircraft arrives in Qatar for the first time highlighting the airline’s commitment as a global launch customer for the ultra-modern jet DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways today (17 November 2021) showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines enhances its inflight entertainment portal

We’ve simplified connecting to our inflight portal for nonstop films, TV shows and satellite Wi-Fi; we proudly still offer the Most Movies in the Sky of any U.S. airline, including new releases SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Just in time for that trip to grandma’s house this holiday season, Alaska Airlines has… Read the full press release

Hilton Announces the opening of the new 200-room Hilton Hotel Tahiti

Hotel features the Island’s Largest Pool, Multiple Restaurants and Spa PAPEETE, Tahiti, 2021-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers now have a new escape when visiting the capital of French Polynesia, with the opening of the new 200-room Hilton Hotel Tahiti. Conveniently offering easy access to the downtown attractions of Papeete and Maritime Port, the resort… Read the full press release

Finavia welcomes Air Leap’s direct route between Stockholm Arlanda and Turku

Vantaa, Finland, 2021-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — From 24 January, Air Leap will start a direct route between Stockholm Arlanda and Turku. Air Leap will operate the route with two daily round trips Monday to Friday and one direct flight from Turku to Stockholm on Saturday with return on Sunday. Air Leap has previously… Read the full press release