Category Archives: Business

Originair’s Blenheim-Christchurch Flights Strengthen South Island Links as Christchurch Airport Builds on Last Year’s Growth

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(NEWS) CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand, 2025-Oct-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport has strengthened its role as a key gateway for the South Island, celebrating the launch of Originair’s new service between Blenheim and Christchurch. The route, which began on 19 October, was welcomed with a ceremonial water arch as the aircraft taxied in, marking the… Read the full news article

Agoda and Premier Inn elevate cross-continental travel, inviting guests to explore Europe with confidence and style

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(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Oct-14 — /Travel PR News/ — In a move that could reshape how travelers from Asia explore Europe, global digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with the United Kingdom’s largest hotel chain, Premier Inn, to list more than 900 of its hotels across the UK, Germany, and Ireland. The collaboration is expected to give… Read the full news article

Turning Lessons Into Action: NBAA Reviews 15 Major Aircraft Accidents to Advance Business Aviation Safety Practices

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(NEWS) LAS VEGAS, NV, 2025-Oct-13 — /Travel PR News/ — As aviation safety takes center stage amid a year marked by several high-profile incidents, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has launched a major new resource aimed at advancing safety learning across the sector. The Spotlight on Safety Accident Compendium, unveiled during the 2025 Business Aviation… Read the full news article

Strong recovery of the Global MICE Sector at IMEX America 2025

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(NEWS) LAS VEGAS, NV, 2025-Oct-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Held from October 7–9, 2025, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, IMEX America 2025 set a new benchmark for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. The event drew over 3,500 exhibitors and thousands of hosted buyers from across the globe, making it the largest… Read the full news article

China National Tourist Office in Los Angeles Strengthens China’s Presence at Arcadia’s Moon Festival and IMEX America 2025

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(NEWS) LOS ANGELES / LAS VEGAS, 2025-Oct-9 — /Travel PR News/ — At IMEX America 2025 in Las Vegas, the China National Tourist Office (CNTO) in Los Angeles made a strong impression by nearly doubling its booth size to 1,000 square feet, marking its second consecutive year at the world’s leading meetings and events trade show…. Read the full news article

China National Tourist Office in Los Angeles Spearheads China Showcase at IMEX America 2025

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Bigger Booth, Richer Experiences and Unmatched Opportunities for Global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions (MICE) Industry (IN SHORT) At IMEX America 2025 in Las Vegas, the China National Tourist Office (CNTO) in Los Angeles is marking its second consecutive year of participation, strengthening China’s global standing as a leading MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination…. Read the full news article

Reinventing the Stay: Inside Hilton’s and Wyndham’s Bold New Take on Lifestyle Hotels

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(NEWS) MCLEAN, VA/ PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2025-Oct-6 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s a big week for travelers who crave something different. Two of the world’s biggest hospitality names, Hilton and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, just unveiled fresh new hotel brands that promise to blend individuality, style, and flexibility — without losing the comforts guests have come… Read the full news article

Where healthcare, hospitality, and lifestyle meet: Hilton opens doors in Jacksonville and redefines Florida travel experiences

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(NEWS) JACKSONVILLE, FL, 2025-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has officially opened the Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic, marking the first full-service hotel to debut in Jacksonville in nearly two decades and underscoring Hilton’s ongoing expansion across Florida. Located on the Mayo Clinic campus, the eight-story, 252-room hotel introduces a new chapter of hospitality for Northeast… Read the full news article

Egypt’s hotel scene enters a new era with Minor Hotels and SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises shaping luxury tourism for the next decade

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(NEWS) CAIRO, Egypt, 2025-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Egypt’s tourism sector is poised for a major evolution as Minor Hotels and SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises announced a landmark joint venture that will reshape the country’s luxury and lifestyle hospitality landscape. The agreement, signed in the presence of Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of… Read the full news article

How Emirates and flydubai are turning Dubai into the ultimate destination for digital-first travel experiences

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(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2025-Oct-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai is accelerating its drive toward a cashless future with a landmark collaboration between Emirates, flydubai, and Dubai Finance (DOF), reinforcing the emirate’s ambition to make more than 90% of all transactions digital by 2026. The two airlines have signed separate Memoranda of Understanding with DOF in… Read the full news article

From Monaco to the Indian Ocean: How the Maldives Is Building Its Profile as a Global Superyacht Haven

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(NEWS) MALE, Maldives, 2025-Oct-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has launched its first-ever Super Yacht Promotion Campaign, running from September through December 2025, as part of a bold effort to establish the Maldives as one of the world’s premier luxury yacht destinations. The initiative specifically targets high-net-worth individuals traveling on private and… Read the full news article

Redefining Airline Retailing: Travelport and Air Canada Partner to Deliver Richer Content and Personalized Offers

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Oct-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada has taken a bold step forward in its digital transformation journey by making its complete range of New Distribution Capability (NDC) content available through Travelport+, the modern retailing platform used by thousands of travel agencies and travel management companies around the globe. This new milestone expands… Read the full news article

A personal symphony of luxury: Park Hyatt expands globally and unveils campaign inspired by refined details

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(NEWS) CHICAGO, 2025-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation has unveiled a new chapter for its Park Hyatt brand as it celebrates its 45th anniversary in 2025 with the launch of a global campaign titled Luxury is Personal. Since its beginnings with Park Hyatt Chicago in 1980, the brand has become synonymous with understated… Read the full news article

A Deeper Look at Oktoberfest in the Context of Overtourism: sustaining the mega festival’s economic engine while shrinking its social and environmental footprint

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Millions of visitors pack Munich’s Theresienwiese festival grounds each year during Oktoberfest, bringing both economic boom and logistical challenges. Key takeaways: Biggest upside is economic, not volume growth. Oktoberfest injects €1B+ into Munich’s economy, supports ~12–13k seasonal jobs, and boosts brand equity across Bavaria. 2025 demand is record-high but manageable. Expect ~90%+ hotel occupancy and… Read the full news article

Eurowings Strengthens Market Position as Customers Gain Direct Access to Codeshare Flights via Website and App

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(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Eurowings has taken a major step in expanding its digital services by enabling customers to search, book, and check in for codeshare flights directly through its website and mobile app for the first time. With AEGEAN Airlines and Smartwings as the initial partners, travelers now gain… Read the full news article

Hamad International Airport and Beijing Daxing Sign Sister Airport Agreement to Boost Qatar–China Aviation Links

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(NEWS) DOHA, Qatar, 2025-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamad International Airport (DOH), Qatar’s award-winning global hub, has signed a Sister Airport Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), strengthening aviation cooperation between Qatar and China while expanding global connectivity through Doha. The agreement, signed at Beijing Daxing’s state-of-the-art terminal, builds on Qatar… Read the full news article

From Miami Beach to San Francisco Nob Hill, Series by Marriott Makes Its Stylish U.S. Debut

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(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, 2025-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International has announced a landmark set of agreements with Hawkins Way Capital to introduce its newest collection brand, Series by Marriott™, into the U.S. market. The deal will see five FOUND Hotels in Miami, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Chicago, and San Diego transition into the Series… Read the full news article

Ruby Hotels to Enter U.S. Cities as Part of IHG’s Strategy to Build Premium Lifestyle Portfolio

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(NEWS) ATLANTA, 2025-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced that Ruby Hotels, its recently added premium brand, is now open for development opportunities in the U.S., marking its official entry into the American market. Ruby, founded in Germany in 2013, has built a strong reputation across Europe with 34 open or… Read the full news article

SAS announces major Business Class upgrade with expanded lounge access across Europe and Scandinavia

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(NEWS) STOCKHOLM, 2025-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced a significant upgrade to its Business Class offering, focusing on expanded lounge access for premium travelers. Through new partnerships with established lounge operators, SAS will add around 35 additional lounges at key destinations across Europe and Scandinavia, providing customers with an improved and… Read the full news article

UK ride-hail and taxi apps in 2025: the biggest challenges, issues and barriers—and how they compare with Ireland

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VAT split: London vs rest of UK creates uneven pricing rules. Licensing gap: Wolverhampton effect sparks safety concerns. Rising costs: congestion, ULEZ, insurance and airport fees squeeze margins. EV strain: mandates outpace charging and vehicle affordability. Driver status: worker rights, backlogs and safeguarding under scrutiny. Ireland contrast: national system, regulated fares, no surge pricing. Next… Read the full news article

Amadeus technology powers contactless check-in to boarding at Perth Airport in industry-first for Australia

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(NEWS) MADRID, 2025-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Perth Airport is set to become the first airport in Australia to offer a fully automated biometric departure process, following an expanded partnership with Amadeus. Nearly 100 new self-service check-in kiosks and around 40 automated bag drop units will be installed across the airport, all integrated with… Read the full news article

Unfolding Legacies: Thailand’s first luxury hotel marks 150 years with 18-month celebration

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has announced an 18-month global celebration to mark its 150th anniversary, honouring its legacy as Thailand’s first luxury hotel and one of Asia’s most iconic city resorts. Under the theme Unfolding Legacies, the commemoration will run from November 2025 to March 2027, blending heritage,… Read the full news article

Frank Veenstra Joins Kempinski Leadership Team to Shape Next Chapter of Global Growth in Luxury Hospitality

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(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2025-Sep-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotels has named Frank Veenstra as Chief Development Officer, positioning him to guide the company’s next growth phase as it strengthens its foothold in the ultra-luxury segment. In his new role, Veenstra will oversee Kempinski’s global development strategy, selecting high-value assets for investment, expanding growth through… Read the full news article

voco Hotels Expansion Across Six Mexican Cities Highlights Mexico’s Growing Tourism and Hospitality Investment

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(NEWS) MEXICO CITY, 2025-Sep-11 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of six new voco hotels across Mexico in partnership with Alliance Hotels, marking a major expansion of its premium brand in the country. Scheduled to open in 2027, the conversions will bring voco properties to Cancun, Guadalajara, Ciudad… Read the full news article

New challengers muscle into UK ride-hail: co-ops, luxury fleets, bidding models and airport transfer apps test Uber’s grip

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Challengers rise: UK ride-hail market splinters beyond Uber and Bolt. Cabbidder launches: bidding model cuts costs on airport and long-distance trips. Sherbet expands: £40m boost for electric black-cab fleet and AI booking. VAT ruling: Supreme Court shields rivals from Uber’s tax burden. More choice: on-demand, fixed-fare, luxury, and bidding apps now compete. Driver focus: lower… Read the full news article

New TUI Suneo Otaru to bring leisure holiday experiences to Japan starting in 2029

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(NEWS) HANOVER, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Group has announced its entry into the Japanese market with the signing of its first hotel management agreement in the country, marking a new milestone in the company’s global expansion. The newly built TUI Suneo Otaru, scheduled to open in 2029, will introduce the group’s leisure… Read the full news article

Texas welcomes its first Signia by Hilton as La Cantera Resort & Spa conversion begins accepting reservations

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(NEWS) SAN ANTONIO, TX, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has confirmed that La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio will soon reopen as Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa, marking the brand’s debut in Texas. Now accepting reservations for stays beginning October 1, 2025, the 496-room property is owned by Ohana… Read the full news article

New dual hotel development adds over 420 rooms to IHG’s growing Bengaluru presence with Hotel Chetan International

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(NEWS) BENGALURU, India, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a dual signing in Bengaluru, India, adding more than 420 rooms to its portfolio with the planned launch of Crowne Plaza Bengaluru KIADB Aerospace Park and Holiday Inn Express Bengaluru KIADB Aerospace Park. The two properties, set to open in early… Read the full news article

Nova Park and IHG strengthen partnership with launch of Garner Hotel Pattaya Central this year

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(NEWS) PATTAYA, Thailand, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to expand its midscale brand Garner into Southeast Asia with the opening of Garner Hotel Pattaya Central later this year. Located in the heart of Pattaya, the 153-room property will be developed in partnership with Nova Park Company Limited, a long-standing… Read the full news article

Korean Air Cargo and Swissport join forces to modernize JFK freight terminal with sustainability and automation at the core

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(NEWS) ZURICH, Switzerland, 2025-Sep-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air Cargo has signed a five-year partnership with Swissport to manage and modernize its long-standing freight terminal, Cargo Building 9, at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Effective September 1, 2025, the deal gives Swissport full responsibility for operating, subleasing, and upgrading the 232,500-square-foot facility, with… Read the full news article