Global Leaders Praise UNWTO’s Role in Guiding Tourism: 25th General Assembly Set to Address Key Challenges

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Madrid, Spain, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — With one week to go until the start of its 25th General Assembly, sector leaders have joined international organizations in commending UNWTO’s role in guiding tourism through crisis and into recovery and transformation. High-level delegates and Ministers from more than 150 countries are expected in Samarkand, Uzbekistan,… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways Unveils the Enchanting ‘Qatar Airways Garden’ at Expo 2023 Doha, Blending Nature, Innovation, and Hospitality

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The “Qatar Airways Garden” set to captivate audiences, reflecting the grandeur of Versailles Gardens with a contemporary Qatari touch Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Official Airline and Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar Airways proudly invites visitors to the “Qatar Airways Garden”. The mesmerising attraction, part of Expo 2023… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square Takes the #2 Spot in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards for 2023

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London at Ten Trinity Square, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square recognised as the #2 Hotel in London. More than 520,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at… Read the full news article

Staybridge Suites Bangkok Unveil Staycation Offers

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Value-added Thonglor and Sukhumvit 24 “staycation” offers make an affordable, convenient base for Bangkok visits up to 31 December 2023   BANGKOK, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Staybridge Suites Bangkok Sukhumvit, in the city’s bustling Sukhumvit 24 area, has released a “Staycation Offer” starting at THB4000++ (THB4,708 net) per night. The rate includes breakfast… Read the full news article

Embraer and German Aerospace Center (DLR) Forge Collaboration for Aviation Technology Advancements

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São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer and the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt; DLR) announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaboration regarding precompetitive technology research and development activities. The partners will evaluate the possibility of establishing a future cooperation on a wide range of activities,… Read the full news article

Finavia Offers Hassle-Free Parking Solutions for Passengers at Helsinki Airport

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Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia’s wide range of parking services serve passengers at Helsinki Airport, whatever their needs may be. Check out our tips for the smoothest parking! “It’s easy to get to Helsinki Airport by car. We offer the most suitable parking area for every need, whether you are going… Read the full news article

Hazlehead Park’s Memorial Rose Garden and Piper Alpha Sculpture Gain Designation as Historic Sites

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Memorial and Memorial Garden commemorating those who lost their lives in the Piper Alpha disaster have been recognised with designated status by Historic Environment Scotland (HES). Following a public consultation, the Memorial Rose Garden in Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen has been added to the Inventory of Gardens and… Read the full news article

Regent Seven Seas Cruises and PBS International Announce Exclusive Documentary Lineup for Seven Seas Grandeur Debut

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MIAMI, FL, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading luxury cruise line, has entered into a partnership with renowned public broadcaster PBS International to curate and exclusively show 12 captivating documentaries via a dedicated in-suite channel on board its new ship Seven Seas Grandeur™, A Heritage of Perfection. Debuting in November 2023, Seven… Read the full news article

ERL Collaborates with SITA to Introduce Advanced Check-in and Bag Drop Services at KL City Air Terminal

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd (ERL) signed a service agreement with aviation technology provider SITA to equip ERL with SITA Check-in Kiosks and SITA Self Bag Drop services at KL City Air Terminal in KL Sentral.  The new facilities are expected to be installed and operational by Q2 2024…. Read the full news article

easyJet Partners with Airbus to Pioneer Carbon-Removal Initiative in Aviation Industry

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London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has become the first airline in the world to sign a contract with Airbus for its carbon-removal initiative. Available through the Airbus Carbon Capture Offer, the technology uses Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS), to offer airlines worldwide carbon removal credits to advance their decarbonisation goals…. Read the full news article

Dolphin Dynamics Enhances Travel Experience with Seamless Integration of Vamoos Mobile App

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LONDON, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel technology provider Dolphin Dynamics has delivered rich integration with the Vamoos mobile travel app. Vamoos, which was born as a way of simplifying travel by consolidating all important information into a single, offline-accessible repository, has grown from a simple document wallet to a fully integrated application… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Announces Global Brand Evolution to Enhance Luxury Travel Experience

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InterContinental demonstrates its pioneering spirit while paying homage to its rich heritage, paving the way for the luxury traveller of tomorrow. London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ —  InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand, is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the launch of an extensive… Read the full news article

British Airways Announces 1,250 Avios-Only Summer Holiday Fares Starting at £1 + 25,500 Avios

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More than 1,250 Reward Seats have been made available for August next year, and are expected to sell out in hours   Destinations include holiday hotspots Corfu, Ibiza and Mallorca All travel periods fall over the August Bank Holiday London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has unveiled its latest Avios-Only flights,… Read the full news article

Max Verstappen Triumphs at Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix, Oracle Red Bull Racing Wins Constructors’ Cup

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The airline encourages fans to secure their Ultimate F1® Fan packages for the remainder of the season before they sell out. DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Amidst the shimmering lights of the Lusail International Circuit and the view of a waving checkered flag, Qatar Airways and Formula 1® fans alike roared with… Read the full news article

CHOICE HOTELS EMEA UNVEILS FIRST HOTEL TO COMPLETE BRAND REFRESH AT THE COMFORT HOTEL PRAGUE CITY EAST

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Choice Hotels EMEA unveils first property to complete its major brand refresh Comfort Hotel Prague City East is the first Comfort Hotel to feature signature Comfort Hub and range of hallmarks that embrace local influence All Choice Hotel brands are being refreshed in EMEA with EMEA properties set to transition to new brand identities over… Read the full news article

È l’alba di un fresco lunedì mattina di ottobre, l’attesa e il viaggio: Olbia-Roma Fiumicino

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OLBIA, Italy, 2023-Oct-09 — /Travel PR News/ — È l’alba di un fresco lunedì mattina di ottobre. La ripartenza: Olbia-Roma Fiumicino, e ora scrivo dalla Louge dell’aeroporto della Costa Smeralda. Il viaggio è stato per lavoro ma anche per andare a scoprire i più bei paradisi immobiliari della zona ( Villa Piro, per esempio )…. Read the full news article

Vistara Adopts SITA’s Innovative Solutions to Cut Carbon Emissions by 15,000 Tons Annually

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SITA eWAS will help Vistara flights avoid weather disruptions, while SITA OptiClimb will reduce carbon emissions by 15,000 tons yearly Gurugram, India, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has become the first Indian airline to deploy both SITA eWAS and SITA OptiClimb® solutions…. Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas: The Ultimate Combination of Vacations Set to Debut in 2025

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Star of the Seas Will Mark the Next Bold Moment in a New Era of Vacations in Summer 2025 MIAMI, FL, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Drum roll, please: The next revolutionary vacation is on the horizon, and its name is Star of the Seas. Just shy of 100 days until the introduction of the first-of-its-kind… Read the full news article

Blue Islands Trials Direct Flights Between Jersey and the Isle of Man with Business Community Support

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Guernsey, Jersey, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands is trialling direct flights between Jersey and the Isle of Man, with connections to and from Guernsey, following engagement with the local business community. Rob Veron, CEO, Blue Islands said, “We’re excited to trial direct flights to the Isle of Man. Through surveys and discussions… Read the full news article

Orient Express Marks 140th Anniversary with a Vision ‘Beyond A World of Dreams

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Paris, France, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In a tribute to the past, celebration of the present and looking toward the future, Orient Express proudly marks its 140th anniversary today, October 4th, 2023. Commemorating the very moment when Georges Nagelmackers’ Orient Express embarked on its inaugural journey from Paris to Constantinople in 1883, Orient… Read the full news article

Accor and Leading Hotel Groups Launch ‘Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement’ to Drive Sustainable Supply Chains

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WORKING TOGETHER TOWARDS RESPONSIBLE PROCUREMENT AND SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS  Paris, France, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor is proud to announce its co-founding of the “Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement” (HARP), in partnership with four global hotel groups – Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Radisson Hotel Group, alongside two global hospitality group… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines Expands Service from Kansas City with Exciting New Routes to the Caribbean and Mexico

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Kansas City, MO, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In March 2023 Southwest Airlines announced that the carrier will increase its presence at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) with new routes and increased service. On Saturday, October 7 the carrier will launch new weekly nonstop service to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica… Read the full news article

Federal Aviation Administration Grants Over $3.3 Million for Zero Emission Vehicles at San José Mineta International Airport

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SANTA CLARA, CA, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Representatives Ro Khanna (CA-17), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Anna Eshoo (CA-16), and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) announced that the Federal Aviation Administration will distribute $3,334,533 to the San José Mineta International Airport for zero emission vehicles under the Airport Improvement Program. The representatives were joined by San José… Read the full news article

easyJet Launches ‘Orange Drop’: Weekly Deals on Flights and Package Holidays

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Starting with up to 15% off easyJet flights and extra savings on selected package holidays available to book now easyJet has launched ‘Orange Drop’ which will bring handpicked recommendations and the latest offers to customers each week Starting with up to 15% off more than half a million seats on selected flights to and from… Read the full news article

easyJet Marks 25 Years of Service at Belfast International Airport with Surprises and Expansion

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Northern Ireland’s largest airline easyJet has celebrated 25 years of flying passengers to and from Belfast International Airport The airline operated its largest ever flying programme from Belfast International this summer with 9.4% per cent more capacity than pre-pandemic, flying 3.2 million seats The airline welcomed an 8th A320 family aircraft to the base for… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Introduces Smart Baggage Trolleys with Interactive Tablets for Enhanced Passenger Experience

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from October 4th, passengers at Munich Airport can enjoy a more digital experience in the time before departure. Using a tablet on a carry-on baggage trolley, travelers can enter their flight data manually or scan their boarding card. They will then receive their flight information and… Read the full news article

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays Announce Largest-Ever Summer Sun Program for 2025 from Bristol Airport, Including Exclusive Kalamata Route

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Biggest ever Summer Sun programme offers 34 sunshine destinations and almost 110 departing weekly flights during peak periods – including brand-new and exclusive route to Kalamata Programme has been put on sale today in response to strong demand for Summer Sun and means customers and independent travel agents in the South West can book ahead… Read the full news article

Winston Duke Appointed UNWTO Ambassador for Responsible Tourism to Promote Global Philanthropy and Sustainable Travel

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Madrid, Spain, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced the appointment of acclaimed actor Winston Duke as its newest Ambassador for Responsible Tourism. Recognized for his exceptional talent and commitment to global philanthropic efforts, Duke will advocate for sustainable tourism practices and raise awareness about the transformative power of… Read the full news article

UNWTO Appoints Chef Ambassadors for Sustainable Tourism at 8th World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism

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Madrid, Spain, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has appointed Chef Fatmata Binta and world-renowned Basque Chefs Martín Berasategi and Pedro Subijana as Ambassadors for Sustainable Tourism, in the framework of the 8th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism co-organized with Basque Culinary Center (BCC). The UNWTO thus recognises their… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways Expands Reach in Saudi Arabia with New Gateways: Al Ula, Tabuk, and Yanbu

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The national carrier now operates over 125 weekly flights to nine cities in Saudi Arabia, solidifying its presence in the region. Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline, is proud to announce its expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the launch of services of two new… Read the full news article