Category Archives: Business

CDA welcomes Flair Airlines’ inaugural flight between Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Toronto Pearson International Airport

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Edmonton, Alberta, 2022-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Flair Airlines, Canada’s everyday low fare airline, begins service to the Windy City today (05/17/2022), with the inaugural flight to Chicago O’Hare International Airport from Toronto Pearson International Airport. The non-stop flight will connect Toronto and Chicago three times weekly. “We’re excited to bring another incredible destination… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines expand codeshare partnership

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Passengers will benefit from seamless connections and superior inflight service to 96 combined destinations around the world DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines unveil the roadmap outlining the next phase of their strategic partnership, following Malaysia Airlines’ announcement to launch a non-stop service from Kuala Lumpur to Doha… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways provides global connectivity from more than 140 gateways worldwide to a huge number of leisure choices

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The World’s Best Airline is providing reliable global connectivity from more than 140 worldwide gateways to some of the most desired travel destinations around the globe Doha, Qatar, 2022-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is providing incredible travel options during Summer 2022 with flights operating daily from the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International, to… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines adds more flexibility, options, and rewards to its fare lineup with the launch of Wanna Get Away Plus™

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New fourth fare adds more flexibility and amplifies benefits of current fares DALLAS, TX, 2022-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (May 17, 2022) announces the launch of Wanna Get Away Plus™, a new fare product that adds more flexibility, options, and rewards to the carrier’s fare lineup. Customers can now… Read the full news article

The Wiltcher’s – A Steigenberger Icon Hotel and Belgian Michelin-starred chef Kevin Lejeune announces the opening of the restaurant La Canne en Ville

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The Michelin star restaurant La Canne en Ville opens at Steigenberger Grandhotel Wiltcher’s Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Wiltcher’s – A Steigenberger Icon Hotel and Belgian Michelin-starred chef Kevin Lejeune continue their successful collaboration: With the official opening of the restaurant La Canne en Ville, the Five Star Superior… Read the full news article

Marriott International expands Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy™ program to 100 hotels across Asia Pacific

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Purpose-led program collaborates with creative arts initiative PARDICOLOR to reimagine travel posters as part of expansion HONG KONG, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (MAY 12, 2022) announced the expansion of Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy™, a program that offers meaningful travel across Asia Pacific. The program now spans close to 100 hotels across… Read the full news article

AC Hotels by Marriott® announces the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank, its brand debut in Australia

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — AC Hotels by Marriott®, the design-led lifestyle brand part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announces its brand debut in Australia with the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank. Located in one of Melbourne’s premier events, arts and entertainment precincts, the new hotel features… Read the full news article

JW Marriott announces the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea

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The Spectacular Luxury Hotel is a Haven of Mindful and Transformative Experiences Istanbul, Turkey, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today (MAY 11, 2022) announces the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea. Surrounded by the tranquil Sea of Marmara, the new… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts launches its first voco branded property in New Zealand, voco Auckland City Centre

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — New Zealand has welcomed its first voco branded property today (12 MAY 2022) with the highly anticipated launch of voco Auckland City Centre, a brand new, state-of-the-art hotel in the heart of the City of Sails. A joint partnership between Pro-invest Hotels and IHG Hotels &… Read the full news article

Emirates renews partnership with Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates today (12 May, 2022) reaffirmed its partnership with Mauritius by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA). The current agreement builds on the existing partnership between the two entities to promote tourism to Mauritius from key markets across the Emirates network…. Read the full news article

Emirates partners with Jebel Ali Free Zone to support Dubai’s efforts in establishing itself as one of the world’s preferred investment destinations

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Cooperation supports Dubai’s growing SME ecosystem by promoting attractive business environment DUBAI, UAE, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore joint cooperation and initiatives targeted at attracting more investments into Dubai by supporting new and existing businesses registered or licensed in… Read the full news article

Emirates wrapped up busy schedule the 2022 Arabian Travel Market (ATM)

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has successfully concluded the 2022 edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), welcoming more than 15,000 visitors to its stand to experience the airline’s products and services. With an air of optimism, the airline also wrapped up a packed schedule of nearly 200 meetings with industry… Read the full news article

Ronny Fernández appointed inaugural resort manager of Naviva®, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico

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Fernández will oversee the brand’s first luxury tented resort in the Americas Punta Mita, México, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts welcomes Ronny Fernández as the inaugural resort manager of Naviva®, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico. Set to open in November 2022, the Resort will feature 15 luxury tents nestled amid… Read the full news article

Giovanni Battista D’Alessandro appointed Director of Food & Beverage and Culinary Operations at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

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Kyoto, Japan, 2022-May-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Making the move from the tropical Maldives to the cultural heart of Japan, Giovanni Battista D’Alessandro joins Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto as Director of Food & Beverage and Culinary Operations. His appointment marks the start of an exciting new chapter, being the first leadership change in the Food and Beverage division… Read the full news article

The launch of the Inclusive Collection by Hyatt, a portfolio of nine distinct luxury all-inclusive resort brands

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Hyatt elevates leisure offering with unlimited experiences and endless hospitality with nine distinct luxury all-inclusive resort brands CHICAGO, IL, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Launching the newest collection focused on leisure demand, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is proud to announce the Inclusive Collection, a new global portfolio of nine distinct luxury all-inclusive resort brands. Resorts… Read the full news article

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) gears up for the highest levels of passenger traffic since the start of the pandemic

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Airport anticipates the highest passenger traffic levels since pandemic began SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) anticipates a busy summer travel season, forecasting the highest levels of passenger traffic since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The summer travel season will begin in earnest on Friday,… Read the full news article

Canada: Ultra-low fare airline Swoop announces a new non-stop service to Moncton, southeastern New Brunswick

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Canada’s leading ultra-low fare airline continues Atlantic Canada expansion with new non-stop service to Moncton Moncton, NB, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 9, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low cost airline, is celebrating its inaugural flight between John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and Greater Moncton Roméo Leblanc International Airport (YQM). Swoop… Read the full news article

easyJet and Neos, the 2nd Italian airline, to increase connectivity between Southern Italy and New York and Santo Domingo

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London, UK, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet and Neos have announced a partnership to further enhance connections from Italy to some of the most attractive intercontinental destinations. Starting from 16 June, easyJet will provide connecting flights from Catania, Naples and Palermo to Neos’ passengers departing for New York JFK Airport and Santo Domingo… Read the full news article

Nearly 200 e-charging stations will be built at Budapest Airport over the next 3 years

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Budapest, Hungary, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainability is a key focus area for Budapest Airport, and, within that, e-mobility is one of the six most important pillars. This is why the airport operator has been placing a strong emphasis for years on the development of an electric charging network, both inside and outside… Read the full news article

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Save the Children Dominican Republic launch a new challenge in support of young people throughout Central America and the Caribbean

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Americas, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Save the Children Dominican Republic have launched a new challenge to promote the development of educational ideas and experiences through the tourism sector in Central America and the Caribbean. The challenge seeks innovative and technological proposals in ‘Early Stage’ development that offer new educational… Read the full news article

The Autonomous City of Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the north coast of Africa, joins the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in support of sustainable tourism

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Madrid, Spain, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) welcomes the Autonomous City of Ceuta as an Affiliate Member to promote shared values and a common vision on sustainable tourism. The Autonomous City of Ceuta joins the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to promote sustainable tourism and boost the competitiveness of the tourist destination. The incorporation… Read the full news article

Agoda to offer interest-free credit card installments across its booking platform in partnership with Visa

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SINGAPORE, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Global travel platform Agoda, today (May 11, 2022 ) announced its partnership with Visa, the world leader in digital payments, to offer interest-free credit card installments across its booking platform. Agoda will be the first global Online Travel Agency (OTA) to offer this payment option with Visa in… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia expand their networks, lounges and loyalty programmes as part of a new partnership

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New agreement includes an expansive codeshare agreement and unparalleled loyalty partnership benefits offering Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways passengers unique rewards and seamless travel across both carriers’ networks Increased travel options and benefits across 35 destinations in Australia for Qatar Airways passengers and to more than 140 destinations worldwide for Virgin Australia passengers DOHA, Qatar,… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines announces massive investments in enhancing Customer Experience as the airline wins the 2022 J.D. Power Award for Highest Customer Satisfaction among Economy carriers in North America

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Carrier Updates on Five-year Plan of Investment and Evolution across Customer Experience; J.D. Power Recognizes Southwest for Highest Customer Satisfaction in North America among Economy Carriers DALLAS, TX, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV), today (May 11, 2022) awarded the 2022 J.D. Power Award for Highest Customer Satisfaction among Economy carriers in… Read the full news article

Emirates again named ‘Best Airline Worldwide’ for the ninth consecutive time at the Business Traveller Middle East awards

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Airline also named Best Premium Economy Class, Best Economy Class and Best Frequent Flyer Programme DUBAI, U.A.E., 2022-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has once again been crowned as ‘Best Airline Worldwide’ for the ninth consecutive time at last night’s Business Traveller Middle East awards. At a ceremony attended by key travel industry executives, the… Read the full news article

Emirates announces codeshare partnership with Royal Air Maroc

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Royal Air Maroc have today (10 May 2022) launched a codeshare partnership, providing more travel options and connection choices for customers of both airlines between Dubai and Casablanca, and beyond. Effective later this month, both airlines will place their marketing codes on each other’s flights… Read the full news article

Emirates enhances customer experiences with new hospitality-based strategy

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One of the biggest people, process, and product initiatives ever implemented at the airline, the new strategy touches on all aspects of service design, development, and learning, and will empower frontline teams to deliver a consistent experience The Emirates Hospitality principles which underpin the strategy, were created in partnership with the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne… Read the full news article

Emirates and Malaysia Tourism Board collaborate to promote tourism and develop traffic into Malaysia

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) with Malaysia Tourism Board today (10 May 2022) during the 29th edition of the Arabian Travel Market held in Dubai, to promote tourism and develop traffic into Malaysia from key markets across the airline’s network. In the presence of… Read the full news article

Emirates unveils its full Premium Economy offering onboard and on ground

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Emirates Premium Economy will be deployed on high-traffic A380 routes to London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Sydney and Christchurch Announces at Arabian Travel Market that this new cabin class will be open for sale on 1 June, for flights from 1 August Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Flyers can look forward… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village opens the Center for Health & Wellbeing

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Luxury Southern California hotel blends renowned health experts with leading hospitality and award-winning amenities for a best-in-class wellbeing experience Los Angeles, Westlake Village, U.S.A., 2022-May-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, an AAA Five Diamond hotel, recently announced the opening of the Center for Health & Wellbeing. This newest wellness integration further marks… Read the full news article