Brussels Airport honours airlines and partners at annual Aviation Awards for 2022 excellence

Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — On Wednesday evening, 8 March, according to annual tradition the Brussels Airport Aviation Awards were presented. With these awards, Brussels Airport wants to honour airlines and partners who in 2022 have excelled in the area of punctuality and performance, network development and safety and environment. 11 awards… Read the full press release

easyJet offers millions of winter 2024 seats with flights to 125 destinations now on sale

Flights for easyJet’s winter 2024 schedule are now on sale with seats to 125 destinations from the UK available to book between 1 December 2023 and 23 March 2024 Customers can book early to get the best fares for next winter from the UK to the slopes of Europe or winter sun destinations including Tenerife,… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus flies Irish Oscar nominees and their families to Hollywood

Dublin, Ireland, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus is proud to announce its support for Irish talent ahead of the Oscars which take place in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on Sunday, 12th March. Several members of the cast and crew from Irish nominated films and their families flew to Los Angeles courtesy of Aer… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines announces direct flights to Karachi, Pakistan starting May 1st

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, has finalized preparations to launch direct flights to Karachi, Pakistan as of 01 May 2023. Ethiopian first served Karachi from July 1966 to December 1971, and resumed the service from June 1993 until July 2004. The upcoming… Read the full press release

Mitie wins contract to deliver waste management services at Bristol Airport

Mitie has been awarded a new contract to deliver waste management services at Bristol Airport Sustainability is at the heart of the contract with Mitie embracing the circular economy to support the decarbonisation of waste management This contract builds on Mitie’s expertise in managing waste in the aviation sector, with similar contracts also being held… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines Launches Daily Flights from Norfolk International Airport to Top Florida Destinations

Daily, nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale and Orlando start today MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Virginia is for travel lovers, and now there’s even more to love as Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) launches service at Norfolk International Airport (ORF). The carrier kicked off its new service with daily routes to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Orlando (MCO),… Read the full press release

British Airways and American Airlines Unveil Bridge Bar at JFK Airport Terminal 8

British Airways and American Airlines feature Betty Buzz and Aviation American Gin as part of their joint New York JFK Terminal 8 Greenwich LoungeTM experience It is the first time the beverage brands have come together, creating a one-of-a-kind experience with British Airways and American Airlines in the new Bridge Bar Lounge customers can enjoy a… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport completes exterior reconfiguration for improved access and parking options for motorists and pedestrians

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a review of site access for motorists and pedestrians, a programme of exterior reconfiguration works have completed at George Best Belfast City Airport. The reconfiguration ensures improved traffic flow and access on site, and provides more choice for motorists when parking or picking up/dropping off… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways announces over seven new destinations at ITB Berlin 2023 trade show

World’s Best Airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022 Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1® partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of the QVerse DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways drew major attention on the opening day of ITB Berlin 2023, the world’s… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways marks International Women’s Day with first all-female freighter flight and week-long celebrations for female staff

The activities included networking opportunities, aircraft hangar tours, and visits to the Integrated Operations Centre, simulator centre, leadership learning and health and wellness sessions and more Qatar Airways Cargo successfully conducted its first-ever all-female flight from Hamad International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport on 5th March Doha, Qatar, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines selects AWS as preferred cloud provider for digital transformation

Southwest Airlines uses AWS to optimize operations, streamline infrastructure costs, and advance delivery of digital customer experiences SEATTLE, WA, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), announced that Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has selected AWS as its preferred cloud provider as the airline advances… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines expands international options with new nonstop routes from Kansas City and Long Beach airports

Airline publishes flight schedule through Nov. 4, 2023, offering up to 4,575 flights a day; Adds more international service from Kansas City, Mo.; Plus, Southwest goes to the Northwest from Long Beach with nonstop service to Boise, Idaho, and Portland, Ore.  DALLAS, TX, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is preparing… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality Enhances H Rewards Loyalty Program with More Flexibility and Personalization for Over 200 Million Members, Introduces Next Generation IntercityHotel and Zleep Hotels Danish Design Concept

Frankfurt am Main/Berlin, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality announces comprehensive enhancements to its loyalty program, H Rewards, providing more flexibility, benefits and personalization to over 200 million members. Deutsche Hospitality introduces its partnership with Fritz Hansen, a leading Danish design company. The next generation IntercityHotel brand is being revealed with urban design,… Read the full press release

Moxy Hotels debuts in Brooklyn with boundary-pushing design and dining venues

A playful vibe, eclectic interior design, and four new dining and drinking venues from the team behind broken shaker NEW YORK, NY, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Williamsburg debuts today (MARCH 7, 2023) as the brand’s first hotel in Brooklyn, featuring interiors by BASILE Studio in collaboration with Lightstone Design Studio and four new… Read the full press release

Marriott International to bring iconic luxury brand, The Ritz-Carlton, to Phuket in 2025 with new property at stunning Andaman Sea location

The Ritz-Carlton, Phuket is slated to debut on Thailand’s island paradise in 2025 PHUKET, THAILAND, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc., announced plans to introduce The Ritz-Carlton, its iconic luxury brand, to Phuket, Thailand following the signing of an agreement with Asset World Corporation (AWC). The agreement stipulates plans for the strategic… Read the full press release

IHG’s voco brand continues rapid expansion, driving growth in conversion space

The emerging IHG Hotels & Resorts’ brand reaches milestone in just five years of its first-ever hotel opening DENHAM, UK, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Launched in 2018, voco hotels has quickly become the fastest-growing brand within IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Premium collection with properties in 18 countries and new-to-market hotels opening in Japan,… Read the full press release

IHG® Hotels & Resorts opens new beachfront hotel, voco Dubai The Palm, offering guests a slice of ‘voco life’ with rooftop pool and Mediterranean lounge bar

voco Dubai The Palm is now open on West Palm’s beachfront Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, is making waves with the opening of voco Dubai The Palm, a brand-new beachfront hotel situated on the iconic… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts signs management agreement for new Hotel Indigo in innovative Nonprofit City in Riyadh

The signing is aligned with IHG’s ongoing support of the Saudi Vision 2030 by bringing new hospitality experiences that align with ongoing developments in the Kingdom Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Management Agreement with… Read the full press release

DFW Airport Anticipates Record Spring Break Travel Numbers with Over 4.2 Million Passengers Expected

Dallas, TX, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) anticipates welcoming over 4.2 million passengers for the Spring Break period from Mar. 2, through Mar. 20. This reflects a 14.3% increase compared to last year and an 11.8% increase when compared to Spring Break 2019. This increase underscores the strong… Read the full press release

Calgary Airport Authority appoints Chris Dinsdale as new President & CEO to lead growth and improve customer experience

CALGARY, AB, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Matthew Heffernan, Chair of the Board of The Calgary Airport Authority, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Dinsdale as the new President & CEO of The Calgary Airport Authority (The Authority/YYC). After an extensive international search, Chris Dinsdale was identified as the best strategic leader… Read the full press release

CWT Appointed as Corporate Travel Management Partner for Antengene Corporation Limited in Asia Pacific and North America

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — CWT today (March 08, 2023) announced that it has been appointed by biopharmaceutical company Antengene Corporation Limited (Antengene) as its corporate travel management partner for Asia Pacific and North America, following a competitive two-month RFP process. Founded in Shanghai in 2017, Antengene now has branch offices in… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group Exhibits at ITB Berlin 2023, Discusses Growth and Expansion Plans

Brussels / Berlin, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — From 7th – 9th March 2023, Radisson Hotel Group is exhibiting at ITB Berlin, the world’s leading travel trade show, and first face-to-face edition of ITB following the pandemic. Radisson Hotel Group will be meeting with clients, partners, tour operators, and press to discuss key strategic… Read the full press release

Radisson RED to Debut in Thailand with Vibrant New Property in Phuket

Phuket, Thailand, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — 390-key Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach will introduce a new era of bold, social and hyper-connected hospitality to this popular destination, as part of a nationwide expansion strategy. Radisson Hotel Group will introduce an exciting new era of social and stylish hospitality to Thailand following the signing of… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group Launches ‘Basics’ Verification Scheme to Drive Sustainable Tourism Worldwide

Together with thousands of hotels, destinations and OTAs Radisson Hotel Group supports Hotel Sustainability Basics  Inaugural partners include destinations, major international hotel groups and tourist resorts  Research shows almost all hotels are aware of their responsibility to the planet Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Together with the WTTC, top brands, associations and… Read the full press release

Rilakkuma and Friends Debut at Changi Airport in Singapore with Whimsical Carnival

Go on whimsical Rilakkuma-themed rides, pose at insta-worthy photo spots and bring home Changi-exclusive Rilakkuma merchandise SINGAPORE, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Don your most kawaii getup and join Rilakkuma and friends as they saunter into Changi Airport for the first time this March! From now till 1 May 2023, these lovable characters are making their… Read the full press release

Hilton and Ruby Rose Host Star-Studded Gala to Launch Nationwide Partnership with Minus18

Sydney, Australia, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A star-studded crowd came together at Hilton Sydney for the first Rainbow Formal gala event to launch Hilton’s nationwide partnership with LGBTQIA+ charity organisation, Minus18, backed by queer icon and advocate, actor, model and DJ, Ruby Rose ​during Sydney’s WorldPride. Hilton’s ​support will see an expanded footprint for… Read the full press release

Guest Houses in Lewis and Harris Score Five-Star Awards from VisitScotland

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A pair of guest houses on Lewis and Harris have scored five-star awards from VisitScotland. Broad Bay House in Back, Lewis and Ceòl na Mara near Tarbert, Harris were awarded five-star rating gold and five-star awards respectively by the national tourism organisation on their first reviews since the… Read the full press release

Airports Council International and Amadeus announce winners of Airport Service Quality Awards

Awards based on leading global measurement and benchmarking program for airport experience Montreal, Canada, 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International (ACI) World, in partnership with travel technology company Amadeus, has today (March 6, 2023) announced the winners of this year’s Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards, recognizing the best airports for customer experience… Read the full press release

Visit Denmark’s new AI campaign brings famous icons to life to promote authentic tourism experiences

Visit Denmark’s new activation campaign is using AI (and the help of some very famous faces) to put the country on the map.  Copenhagen, Denmark, 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — A new activation campaign from tourism organisation VisitDenmark wants to put the country of LEGO®, ‘hygge’ and H.C. Andersen on the map as the… Read the full press release

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort Wins Gold Rank in DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards 2023

Male’, Maldives, 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is honoured to announce that the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has been voted as “Best Hotels in the Maldives” Gold Rank in the DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards 2023. The DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards rely on the votes of readers and travellers to determine… Read the full press release