Author Archives: Travel PR News Editor

Turkish Airlines Sets Ambitious Goals for 100th Anniversary, Aiming to Reach 400 Destinations and 170 Million Passengers by 2033

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Istanbul, Turkey, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Founded in 1933 with a modest fleet of 5 aircraft, Türkiye’s national airline, Turkish Airlines, has secured its place on global stage with its accelerating growth year after year. In particular, over the last 20 years, it has achieved an extraordinary growth performance in capacity, passenger numbers,… Read the full press release

PATA Signs MoU with SPTO to Strengthen Partnership and Encourage Advocacy Marketing and Communication in the Asia Pacific Region

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), to promote and strengthen shared interests between the two organisations in the areas of market access, innovative events, membership and communications to name a few. PATA Chair Peter… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines Welcomes 200th Aircraft Delivery from Airbus, Marking Milestone for Fuel-Efficient Fleet

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MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) has welcomed a landmark delivery for the airline’s growing Fit Fleet with its 200th new aircraft delivery from Airbus. The Airbus A320neo (N973NK) was assembled at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Mobile, Alabama, and prepared for service at Spirit’s aircraft maintenance facility in Detroit. The new… Read the full press release

BA Euroflyer Introduces New Onboard Purchasing Options and Seasonal Menus in Club Europe

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London, UK, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways’ Gatwick-based short-haul subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, has expanded the options available for customers to purchase in Euro Traveller (economy) and launched new seasonal menus in Club Europe (business class). The airline, working with its retail partner Tourvest, has expanded its onboard offering by introducing new options… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Launches First Direct Air Link Between Northern Ireland and Germany from Belfast City Airport

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa’s new service to Frankfurt has taken off from Belfast City Airport, marking the first time the German flag carrier has operated in Northern Ireland. The service, which is the only direct air link between Northern Ireland and Germany, will operate up to four times a… Read the full press release

Marlene Poynder Becomes First Female Managing Director of The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

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New York, NY, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has appointed Marlene Poynder as managing director of The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, in New York City. With more than 30 years of experience in hospitality and tourism, Poynder is the first woman to lead the legendary Upper East Side hotel. The… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group Expands with Nine Diverse Brands Across EMEA and APAC, Including New Signings and Openings in Italy, Lithuania, and China

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Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group kicked off 2023 with the signing and opening of several landmark properties as it continues its ambitious growth and development plan with the expansion of nine diverse brands spanning from economy to premium luxury lifestyle brands across EMEA and APAC. During Q1, in the… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean Group Releases 15th Annual Seastainability Report, Marking a Milestone Year for its ESG Efforts

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Expanding on 15 years of sustainability reporting, the company also releases its first Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures Report MIAMI, FL, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) released its 15th annual Seastainability Report, providing an in-depth update on the company’s corporate responsibility strategy and performance across its three wholly owned… Read the full press release

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Unveils 5 New Grand Voyages Across 5 Continents for 2025-2026 Collection

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Immersive Journeys Range from 61 to 117 Nights to Satisfy Discerning Travelers’ Continued Appetite for Extended Voyages MIAMI, FL, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, has unveiled 5 brand new Grand Voyages for their 2025-2026 collection. The sailings on board four ships of The World’s… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport to host jobs fair with 500+ vacancies available

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Jobs fair event will take place at Wythenshawe Forum on Wednesday 26 April Over 500 jobs available with around a dozen employers in security, customer services, baggage handling, hospitality and construction For more information see www.manchesterairport.co.uk/recruitment Manchester, UK, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Manchester Airport and its on-site partners will be recruiting for roles as… Read the full press release

easyJet announced as National sponsor of Eurovision Song Contest, offering more seats between UK and Eurovision countries than any other airline

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The airline will fly thousands of visitors to Liverpool for the event which takes place on 9th, 11th and 13th May easyJet flies to over 150 airports across Europe and offers more seats between the UK and Eurovision countries than any other airline London, UK, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has been announced as… Read the full press release

Kam Jandu to become CEO of Budapest Airport Zrt. from 1 May

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Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Kam Jandu will take over as the CEO of Budapest Airport Zrt. on 1 May from the current CEO, Chris Dinsdale, who is leaving for Canada. Kam Jandu joined the company in 2009, and over the past 14 years, with a one-year hiatus, has continuously supported the… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation plans to purchase former Army National Guard Midway Armory for operational purposes at Midway International Airport

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Chicago, IL, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) would enter negotiations to acquire the former Army National Guard Midway Armory from the State of Illinois and utilize the facility for operational purposes at Midway International Airport under an ordinance introduced to City Council today. Located at 5400 W. 63rd… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation introduces ordinance to aid small business concessions at O’Hare and Midway airports hit by COVID-19 pandemic

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Ordinance provides for amended agreements with small businesses proving services to passengers at O’Hare, Midway Chicago, IL, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) introduced an ordinance that would permit the CDA to continue to provide relief to concessions operators at O’Hare and Midway International… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways unveils its stunning new Al Mourjan Business Lounge – The Garden at Hamad International Airport, offering exclusive oasis for premium passengers

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Qatar Airways unveils its stunning new Al Mourjan Business Lounge – The Garden at Hamad International Airport, offering exclusive oasis for premium passengers Doha, Qatar, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The World’s Best Airline has opened the new Al Mourjan Business Lounge at Hamad International Airport (HIA) named ‘The Garden’. The lounge overlooks ‘The… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to showcase QVerse virtual reality experience and unveil travel plans at Arabian Travel Market 2023 in Dubai

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Award-winning airline will present its plans for expected developments and services for the year DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is participating in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 (Hall 1, ME1210), taking place from 1 to 4 May, in Dubai. ATM is the leading global event for the travel industry… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines earns recognition for fostering diversity and inclusivity in the workplace

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Carrier named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 list by Newsweek and Latino Leaders Magazine Best Companies to Work for Latinos 2023 DALLAS, TX, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) celebrates earning a spot on Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 and Latino Leaders Magazine Best Companies to Work for Latinos 2023. The Dallas-based carrier… Read the full press release

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Launches The Marriott Vacation Clubs™, a Collection of Over 90 Premium Resorts, to Meet the Needs of Today’s Travelers

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The rebranded portfolio brings together the signature vacation ownership brands Marriott Vacation Club®, Sheraton® Vacation Club, and Westin® Vacation Club under one name ORLANDO, FL, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC), a leader in leisure travel with a portfolio of trusted, globally-recognized travel brands, introduces The Marriott Vacation Clubs™,… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Mayapada Group to double Bali partnership with two new hotels: voco Bali Seminyak and Holiday Inn Express Bali Sunset Road

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Partnership expands to four properties by introducing voco hotels to Indonesia and opening second Holiday Inn Express property in Bali Jakarta, Indonesia, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a two-property agreement with leading Indonesian conglomerate Mayapada Group that doubles the companies’ strategic partnership to four hotels in Bali. The collaboration… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts welcomes InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace and Six Senses Rome to its luxury & lifestyle portfolio in the Italian capital

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The new InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace (pictured above) and Six Senses Rome join IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio to bring an extra touch of luxury to the Italian capital. Rome, Italy, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is at the forefront of a resurgence in luxury in the… Read the full press release

Kimpton’s first on-campus hotel opens at University of Virginia Darden School of Business

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DENHAM, UK, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton The Forum Hotel, the IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle brand’s first on-campus property, opens its doors today on the Grounds of the renowned University of Virginia Darden School of Business. As reflected in its name, the 198-room boutique hotel is a gathering place where… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs Deal to Open InterContinental Bursa in Turkey in Late 2024

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IHG Hotels & Resorts announces InterContinental brand signing in Bursa, Türkiye DENHAM, UK, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces an exciting new signing for its leading luxury InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand in Bursa, Türkiye. The 231-key InterContinental Bursa is being developed in… Read the full press release

IHG signs agreement with Shangri-La to develop four new hotels in Nepal, including InterContinental and Hotel Indigo brands

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The signing will bring three InterContinental hotels and a Hotel Indigo property across diverse locations in Nepal DENHAM, UK, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Nepal based Shangri-La Hotel & Resort Group to develop four new hotels in – InterContinental… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur to host official Terry Fox Fun Run in support of cancer research

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Scheduled for May 7, 2023 the community event welcomes participants to run, jog or walk in support of cancer research Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is set to host the official Terry Fox Fun Run in Kuala Lumpur this year. The Hotel invites runners, joggers and walkers of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco Welcomes Aaron Feeney as Director of Marketing

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Aaron Feeney will lead Sales and Marketing at the award-winning Hotel San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has announced that hospitality veteran Aaron Feeney has been appointed Director of Marketing. Bringing more than 20 years of industry experience to Four Seasons, the Hotel team is thrilled to bring his knowledge and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons San Francisco offers guests bespoke floral experience with Ampersand

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From bedside bud vases to full room florals, Ampersand adds a special touch to any celebration with local, seasonal blooms San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco will offer a special, in-room floral program from Bay Area flower shop and design studio Ampersand. Designed to elevate all of life’s most special… Read the full press release

Halifax Stanfield sees one of the best years for air cargo activity in 2022

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Halifax, N.S., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — It was a strong year for rebuilding air cargo activity at Halifax Stanfield. In 2022, cargo volume and value surpassed 2018 levels, making it the second-best year on record for cargo activity at the airport. “While our passenger activity has been slower to recover, cargo is showing… Read the full press release

Historic Scotland seeks public input on possible designation of Livingston Skatepark as a listed building

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Historic Environment Scotland asks for views on the site ahead of listing assessment EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is asking members of the public to share their views and knowledge on Livingston Skatepark, after the organisation was asked to consider designating the site as a listed building. Built… Read the full press release

Viking’s newest Nile River ship Viking Aton reaches construction milestone with float-out ceremony in Cairo, set to debut in August 2023

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Set to Debut in Summer 2023, the New Viking Aton Continues to Build on Viking’s Commitment to Egypt Los Angeles, CA, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.viking.com) announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Aton—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises announces 2024 Venetian Society Reunion Voyage aboard Silver Nova

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President and CEO, Barbara Muckermann, will welcome guests aboard Silversea’s pioneering new ship for the special sailing,along with Norman Rafelson, Delegate to the Venetian Society MONACO, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The leading ultra-luxury cruise line, Silversea Cruises®, has revealed details of a new Venetian Society® Reunion Voyage for 2024—to be hosted by President… Read the full press release