Silversea Cruises Offers Suite Upgrades and Shipboard Credits for New Bookings

The cruise line’s guests can enjoy suite category upgrades, USD 1,000 shipboard credit per suite, and 15% reduced deposits on select voyages booked on or before May 31, 2023 Monaco, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line, is inviting travellers to indulge their wanderlust with its new Suite Upgrades… Read the full news article

WorldMark Launches Planting Seeds Program to Teach Urban Permaculture to Vacation Club Guests

Vacation ownership club partners with master regenerative farmer to champion urban growing movement via interactive workshops that support mitigating climate change and food insecurity PORTLAND, Ore., 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Vacation club brand WorldMark by Wyndham® is launching Planting Seeds, a pilot program that introduces guests staying at WorldMark Portland Waterfront Park to the concept of urban permaculture… Read the full news article

Free Singapore Tour Returns After Two-Year Hiatus with Refreshed and New Itineraries

Singapore, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Changi Airport Group (CAG), Singapore Airlines (SIA), and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) re-launched the Free Singapore Tour after a two-year hiatus due to Covid-19. Three of the existing tours available since pre-Covid-19 – the City Sights Tour, Heritage Tour, and Jewel Tour – have been refreshed to… Read the full news article

SAS Launches Biofuel-Enabled Tickets on Domestic and European Flights to Lower Carbon Footprint

Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — On April 3, SAS launches two ticket types that include biofuel. These will be available on all SAS domestic, Scandinavian and European flights. SAS aims to use fossil-free aviation fuel equivalent of all our domestic flights by 2030, a journey we make together with our passengers. We… Read the full news article

PATA and Visa complete Informal Workers Programme in Bali to support tourism industry’s overlooked stakeholders

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and Visa are delighted to announce the completion of the Informal Workers Programme in Bali, Indonesia. The programme was created in 2021 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic to support one of the most important – but often overlooked – stakeholders… Read the full news article

IATA Launches “Focus Africa” to Boost Aviation’s Contribution to Economic and Social Development

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is launching “Focus Africa” to strengthen aviation’s contribution to Africa’s economic and social development and improve connectivity, safety and reliability for passengers and shippers. This initiative will align private and public stakeholders to deliver measurable progress in six areas. “Africa accounts… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus Regional launches new direct route from Belfast City Airport to Newquay Cornwall

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The first Aer Lingus Regional service to popular UK holiday destination, Newquay Cornwall has taken off from George Best Belfast City Airport. Belfast City Airport is the only Airport in Northern Ireland to offer passengers a direct route to Newquay Cornwall Airport, with flights operating on… Read the full news article

“Greener Together”: Cathay Pacific’s Sustainable Development Report emphasizes the importance of partnerships and collective action in achieving sustainability goals

The airline’s 2022 Sustainable Development Report outlines its determination to cooperate and innovate with partners to lead change Hong Kong, China, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Cathay Pacific Group continues to make important strides towards becoming a sustainability leader, it is pleased to announce the release of its 2022 Sustainable Development Report,… Read the full news article

JW Marriott unveils new Jeju Resort & Spa in South Korea, offering guests a luxurious haven amidst stunning volcanic coastlines and natural attractions

Resort’s Breathtaking Design Takes Inspiration From Traditional Island Life, Inviting Guests To Be Nourished And Revitalized In Body, Mind, and Spirit SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announced the opening of JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa in Seogwipo, Jeju. Perched… Read the full news article

Hilton Monterrey Opens with Focus on Conscious Travel and Efficient Design

MONTERREY, Mexico, 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the opening of Hilton Monterrey, located in the business and financial district of the capital city of Nuevo León, Mexico. With an emphasis on efficient design and conscious travel, from its farm-to-table restaurant and energy-conserving technology, the 225-room property provides a modern urban oasis with… Read the full news article

Emirates and United Activate Codeshare Partnership, Expanding Access to U.S. Destinations

Emirates customers to have access to more than 150 U.S. cities through Chicago, Houston and San Francisco while enjoying codeshare benefits for flights on United; expanded domestic U.S. network coverage to complement Emirates’ network of 12 points across the U.S, which the airline operates to from its Dubai-based hub  Enhanced customer offering implemented with the issuance… Read the full news article

Emirates Enhances Support for Travellers with Hidden Disabilities through Specialised Training and Thoughtful Measures

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — With concerted efforts to further enhance support services for travellers with hidden disabilities including Autism, Emirates has rolled out specialised training to more than 24,000 global cabin crew and ground staff, collaborated with Dubai Airport on a useful travel planner and autism friendly route to make the… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston promotes Rob Differ to Food and Beverage Leader, bringing culinary creativity to the Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond Hotel

The talented and creative pastry chef will now lead all culinary for the Hotel and brings artistic craft and innovation to the leadership team One Dalton Street, Boston, U.S.A., 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston announces the promotion of Rob Differ as the new Food and Beverage Leader. Originally part of the… Read the full news article

Radisson Blu Mall of America and CenterPoint Energy announce installation of CarbinX™ Carbon Capture Unit to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Installation of CleanO2’s groundbreaking technology is part of a CenterPoint Energy program offering cleaner energy solutions to its customers BLOOMINGTON, MN., 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — CenterPoint Energy (NYSE: CNP) and Radisson Blu Mall of America, part of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), announced the groundbreaking installation of a carbon-capture technology unit, CarbinX™, developed by CleanO2. This marks the first hotel… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels partners with Zooey Deschanel to launch national marketing campaign for simplified hotel booking

Choice Hotels Campaign Seeks to Simplify and De-stress the Booking Process as Research Shows Consumers Can Have Analysis Paralysis Due to a Myriad of Online Booking Options ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) unveiled a multichannel national marketing campaign to help travelers avoid analysis paralysis and book their next… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels partners with Schneider Electric to use AI-assisted technology for sustainability and energy management

Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure™ Resource Advisor to help nearly 6,000 Choice Hotel owners track energy and sustainability data. LOUISVILLE, KY, 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and sustainability, has been chosen by Choice Hotels International, one of the largest and most successful lodging franchisors… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels International recognized as one of the most trustworthy companies in America for second consecutive year

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has been named one of the ‘Most Trustworthy Companies in America’ 2023 by Newsweek and Statista Inc. This is the second consecutive year that Choice Hotels has been recognized on this list that assesses companies on the three main public pillars of trust – customer… Read the full news article

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces major expansion in Mexico, set to increase brand portfolio by 30% by 2025

Newly signed properties will grow Hyatt’s leisure, lifestyle, luxury and all-inclusive offerings in top Mexico destinations CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced the strategic growth of its brand portfolio in Mexico, a top leisure and business travel destination for global and domestic travelers, with new luxury and all-inclusive hotels and… Read the full news article

Indianapolis Airport Authority showcases art exhibit by adults with disabilities

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority, the Indiana Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, Ability Indiana and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch came together at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to unveil an exhibit of more than 20 art pieces, including paintings, ceramics and mixed… Read the full news article

How Air India’s new flights from London Gatwick Airport are boosting trade and tourism between the South East and India

London, UK, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Businesses across the South East exported £479 million of goods and services to India – more than any region outside London – according to the latest Government figures1. These impressive trade volumes – and the jobs they support – have been given a further boost today as… Read the full news article

ANA to resume nonstop flights from Munich to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport after pandemic-related break

MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan’s largest airline ANA and member of the Star Alliance, is returning to Munich Airport after a pandemic-related break. With the start of the summer flight schedule, the 5-star airline is thus resuming its nonstop connection from Munich to Tokyo’s city-near Haneda Airport. Initially, the route is… Read the full news article

PATA Gold Awards 2023: Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in Asia Pacific Tourism Industry

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Organisations and individuals making outstanding contributions towards the successful promotion of the travel and tourism industry throughout the Asia Pacific region are encouraged to submit entries to the PATA Gold Awards 2023. The deadline for submissions is May 31, 2023. Now in its 39th year and sponsored… Read the full news article

UNWTO and AVIAREPS partner to offer destination marketing grants in Europe

Madrid, Spain, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO will work with its Affiliate Member AVIAREPS to offer grants for destination marketing and research services to five countries in Europe. The UNWTO + AVIAREPS Destination Marketing Grant will allow selected Member States to benefit from a range of digital marketing services, to be supplied on… Read the full news article

EASA recognizes outstanding aviation doctorate students at first European_Academia conference

Cologne, Germany, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has recognised four doctorate students at the first edition of the European_Academia @EASA conference 2023. The conference marks an important step for EASA in building closer relations with academia and promoting links between academia and industry. The two-day conference was… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo Launches Cathay Mail, a Refined Digital Solution for Mail-Shipment Process

New digital solution provides a superior customer experience for post offices Hong Kong, China, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Cargo has enhanced its integrated mail platform with Cathay Mail, a refined digital solution that re-envisages the mail-shipment process, generating greater transparency for post offices and providing the track-and-trace visibility their customers expect. With… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Group unveils brand new Senator and Business Lounges at Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Lufthansa opens new lounges at Berlin Airport Cologne, Germany, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa Group Business Class passengers, status customers and Star Alliance Airlines travelers with lounge entitlement who start their journey at the capital’s Berlin Brandenburg Airport have reason to rejoice: On April 3, the new Lufthansa Senator Lounge and the new… Read the full news article

Lewis Capaldi performs surprise mid-air concert on British Airways flight ahead of new album release

Teasing his forthcoming single “Wish You the Best”, Lewis Capaldi surprised British Airways customers with an exclusive, live performance of the ballad on board a flight from London Heathrow to Los Angeles Lewis Capaldi sang live at 35,000ft on a British Airways Boeing 777-300 aircraft flying over the Atlantic Ocean en route to the City of… Read the full news article

Wharf Hotels’ 11 Properties Make Global Hotel Alliance’s Green Collection

Hong Kong SAR, China, 2023-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong headquartered Wharf Hotels, a hospitality group with hotel operations spanning mainland China, Hong Kong and the Philippines, announced 11 of its 16 properties have been brought under Global Hotel Alliance’s (GHA) Green Collection.  The Green Collection features independent mid-scale to high-end hotel brands in the GHA DISCOVERY… Read the full news article

RIU Hotels & Resorts receives 60 Traveller Review Awards from Booking.com for 2023

Palma de Mallorca, Spain, 2023-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A total of 60 RIU Hotels & Resorts located in 18 countries have received a Traveller Review Award 2023 from Booking.com, the world’s leading online accommodation booking platform. These awards are presented to hotels with a rating of between 8 and 10 in the comments made by customers who booked on the… Read the full news article

Boston Billiard Club & Casino Celebrates $15 Million in Charitable Contributions and Plans to Expand Gaming Machines

Company expanding casino’s footprint at current location to reach 500 HHR games in third quarter of this year NASHUA, N.H., 2023-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Delaware North, the global hospitality and entertainment company that in October purchased Boston Billiard Club & Casino in Nashua, on March 20 celebrated the casino’s $15 million in total contributions… Read the full news article