(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
(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
(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
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
(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
(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
(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
(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
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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Sep-2 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) has become the first airline in Asia to adopt the services of EcoVadis, the global leader in sustainability ratings, in a move to enhance its environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework. The Tokyo-based airline will use EcoVadis’ Sustainability Intelligence Suite to evaluate suppliers, address… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SWORDS, Ireland, 2025-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair has announced a landmark partnership with Booking Holdings, the global travel leader whose portfolio includes Booking.com, KAYAK, Priceline, and Agoda. The agreement, unveiled on August 26, will allow travelers booking through these platforms to access Ryanair’s extensive network of more than 235 destinations with full price… Read the full news article
(NEWS) PARIS, 2025-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor’s luxury boutique brand MGallery has unveiled plans for its first mountain retreat, announcing the opening of a new hotel in the French Alps’ Valmorel ski resort in 2027. This marks a significant milestone for MGallery, which until now has established itself in coastal destinations, city centers, and… Read the full news article
(NEWS) PARIS, 2025-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor has strengthened its leadership team in South Asia with the appointment of Ranju Alex as Chief Executive Officer for the region, covering India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. The Paris-based hospitality group, which currently operates over 70 hotels in South Asia with more than 30 in… Read the full news article
(NEWS) QUEENSLAND, 2025-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE Hotels has confirmed the opening of the Adina Chermside Brisbane, a 148-room apartment-style hotel set to welcome guests in February 2026. Positioned as the largest hotel development in Brisbane’s fast-growing northern corridor, the property will expand the group’s Adina portfolio in Queensland from two to three locations…. Read the full news article
(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2025-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Shannon Airport Group has been recognised nationally for its environmental leadership, earning a place on the shortlist for the Chambers Ireland Sustainable Business Impact Awards in the ‘Environment & Biodiversity’ category. The nomination highlights the Group’s innovative Biodiversity Enhancement and Conservation Grazing Project at Thady’s Hill,… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has expanded its Dolce by Wyndham brand in Denmark with the opening of the newly remodeled Comwell Hvide Hus Aalborg, a 16-story landmark overlooking Kildeparken in the country’s fourth-largest city. Originally opened in 1969 and long known as a destination for weddings and… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, 2025-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, has unveiled its first-ever adult all-inclusive property with the grand opening of W Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, a milestone that redefines luxury lifestyle hospitality in the Caribbean. Developed in collaboration with Grupo Puntacana and MAC Hotels, the… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2025-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with SCX Corporation Company Limited, a subsidiary of SC Asset Public Company Limited, to bring a new voco property to Bangkok. The 350-key voco Bangkok Siam is set to open in 2029, marking a major step in the brand’s… Read the full news article
(NEWS) NATHIAGALI, Pakistan, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has officially launched its first hotel in Pakistan with the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Nathiagali, bringing the brand’s hallmark hospitality to the country’s renowned Galiyat region. Situated just 85 kilometres from Islamabad, the property combines modern comforts with sweeping alpine scenery, positioning itself as… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BRUSSELS/ OSLO, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group has officially opened Radisson RED Oslo City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel, marking a major step forward in sustainable hospitality and placing Oslo at the forefront of climate-conscious travel. The new property is one of the first two hotels worldwide to achieve Verified… Read the full news article
(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Dolphin Dynamics has welcomed Border Travel, a member of the Advantage Travel Partnership, as the Scottish independent travel agency embraces digital automation for the first time in its 60-year history. Established in 1964 and proudly independent since its founding, Border Travel had operated entirely through manual processes until… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Finavia has introduced its newly designed VIP and meeting facilities at Helsinki Airport’s arrivals hall, giving travelers an early taste of Finland through interiors inspired by the country’s nature and seasons. The spaces, designed by SIO Sisse Collander, offer privacy, comfort, and flexibility for meetings and events, with all furnishings sourced from Finnish… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Embraer hosted its Asia Pacific Airline Business Seminar in Singapore from August 6 to 7, 2025, bringing together regional airlines, financiers, and aviation stakeholders to discuss evolving market trends and opportunities for growth. The event highlighted how Embraer’s E-Jets and E-Jets E2 aircraft can enhance regional connectivity, particularly to underserved destinations. According to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) CWT has been appointed as the sole business travel partner for dormakaba, replacing a fragmented network of travel providers across over 50 countries. The partnership will harmonize travel processes, consolidate data for cost savings and enhanced duty of care, and bolster dormakaba’s digital platform with features such as AI-driven analytics, hotel content integration,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with LCK Hospitality Company Limited to open a 52-room Vignette Collection hotel in Ho Chi Minh City in late 2025. It will be the second Vignette property in Vietnam and the first in the city, joining IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio alongside brands such as Six Senses… Read the full news article