City Express by Marriott’s North American Expansion Signals Strong Appetite for Midscale Hotels

(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, 2025-Dec-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International’s midscale ambitions are gaining visible momentum, with the company announcing it has reached 100 signed agreements for City Express by Marriott properties across the United States and Canada. The milestone comes just over a year after the brand was introduced to North America and reflects… Read the full news article

A Changing Travel Landscape IHG Greater China Reflects on 2025 With a Multi-City Gala

(NEWS) SHANGHAI, China, 2025-Dec-17 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts Greater China has wrapped up 2025 with its annual IHG Gala, a multi-city year-end gathering that brought together corporate clients and long-term partners across the region. Rather than a single showcase, the event unfolded simultaneously in several locations, reflecting both the scale of… Read the full news article

Design-Led Stays Take Center Stage as Canopy by Hilton Enters the Turkish Market

(NEWS) ISTANBUL, Türkiye, 2025-Dec-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton is expanding its lifestyle footprint in Türkiye with the debut of its Canopy by Hilton brand, set to open two new properties this month in Istanbul and Izmir. The move reflects both the group’s broader global growth in lifestyle hospitality and Türkiye’s rising appeal among travellers… Read the full news article

Suceava Returns to Wizz Air’s Network with New Aircraft and Expanded European Connections

(NEWS) BUDAPEST, 2025-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air has officially reopened its base at Suceava “Ștefan cel Mare” International Airport, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s operations in northeastern Romania. The relaunch is supported by the allocation of two Airbus A321neo family aircraft, bringing Wizz Air’s total fleet in Romania to 41 aircraft,… Read the full news article

flydubai and AWS collaboration signals growing role of cloud and AI in modern aviation

(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai has entered a new collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) aimed at strengthening the airline’s digital capabilities and accelerating innovation across its operations and customer experience. Announced in Dubai, the partnership will see AWS support flydubai through structured innovation engagements focused on cloud computing, data analytics, machine… Read the full news article

Ultimate Jim Corbett National Park Tour Package for Nature Lovers

DELHI, 2025-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Jim Corbett National Park, located in Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, is one of India’s most famous wildlife destinations. Known for its rich biodiversity, dense forests, river landscapes, and thrilling jungle safaris, Jim Corbett is a perfect getaway for nature lovers, wildlife photographers, families, and couples. This complete travel guide will… Read the full news article

Affordable Ooty Tour Packages for Families & Couples

DELHI, 2025-Dec-15 — /Travel PR News/ — ​Ooty, also known as the Queen of Hill Stations, is one of the most loved hill destinations in South India. Surrounded by lush green tea gardens, misty mountains, and pleasant weather throughout the year, Ooty is perfect for families, friends, and especially couples looking for a romantic escape…. Read the full news article

Meet Mahjong The Therapy Dog Bringing Calm and Compassion to Charlotte Douglas International Airport

(NEWS) CHARLOTTE, NC, 2025-Dec-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is welcoming a very special new member to its award-winning CLT Canine Crew — a therapy dog whose journey to the terminal was shaped by compassion, coincidence and a belief in second chances, according to their press release. Mahjong, a two-and-a-half-year-old Australian… Read the full news article

A festive journey at 30,000 feet as Manchester Airport and TUI bring Christmas magic to local children

(NEWS) MANCHESTER, 2025-Dec-12 — /Travel PR News/ — For one festive day this week, Manchester Airport transformed air travel into pure Christmas magic, as more than 120 local children boarded a special charity flight in search of Father Christmas himself. The annual “Search for Santa” experience, operated in partnership with Childflight and TUI, offered young passengers… Read the full news article

Vilnius opens new skies as flydubai and Wizz Air launch routes linking the Baltics to Dubai and Northern Europe

(NEWS) VILNIUS / DUBAI / TURKU, 2025-Dec-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Vilnius is stepping into a new phase of international connectivity as two airlines launch new services to Lithuania’s capital, strengthening its links to both the Middle East and Northern Europe and underscoring the city’s growing appeal as a year-round destination for tourism, culture, and… Read the full news article

A New Era for Italian Logistics as dnata Expands with a High-Tech Cargo Hub in Malpensa

(NEWS) MILAN, 2025-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Milan’s cargo landscape is gearing up for a major evolution as dnata confirms a €25 million investment to build a next-generation cargo facility at Milano Malpensa—an announcement that places Italy’s busiest airfreight gateway firmly on the map of future-ready logistics hubs. According to the company’s announcement, the development… Read the full news article

Travel Advisors and Industry Leaders Converge in Riviera Maya as Lomas Hospitality Showcases Destination Excellence

(NEWS) NEW YORK, 2025-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Lomas Hospitality, the family-owned hotel group celebrated for its acclaimed resorts throughout Mexico’s Riviera Maya, hosted its annual industry gathering from December 4–8, bringing together leading travel advisors, tour operators, wholesalers, consortia partners, and media across North America. The week-long event, according to a press announcement published… Read the full news article

MSC World Atlantic brings 40+ dining venues, Latin nightlife & cliffhanger thrills to the Caribbean in 2027

(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2025-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — A new wave of sea-bound glamour is on the horizon as MSC Cruises officially opens bookings for the upcoming MSC World Atlantic — the fourth vessel in the cruise line’s forward-thinking World Class series and its newest Caribbean flagship, scheduled to homeport in Port Canaveral, Orlando starting… Read the full news article

New Holiday Inn Resort planned for Lonavala under IHG and Emproy Hospitality agreement

(NEWS) INDIA, 2025-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is preparing to deepen its footprint in India’s leisure market with a newly signed management agreement for Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala, developed in partnership with Emproy Hospitality LLP. Scheduled to welcome guests in 2027, the upcoming resort reinforces IHG’s commitment to expanding its essentials… Read the full news article

A new boutique island retreat emerges in the Maldives as IHG unveils Vaagali Maldives, Vignette Collection

(NEWS) MALDIVES, 2025-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is preparing to introduce a new chapter of boutique luxury in the Maldives with the signing of Vaagali Maldives, Vignette Collection, a 52-villa hideaway set within the South Malé Atoll and scheduled to welcome guests in late 2026. The project, as outlined in the… Read the full news article

Amadeus leads major self-service upgrade as Melbourne Airport adopts next-gen bag-drop technology

(NEWS) MADRID, Spain, 2025-Dec-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus is set to transform the passenger experience at Melbourne Airport, as stated in the company’s official announcement, with more than 70 Seamless Bag Drop S7 Air and S7 Air Hybrid units scheduled for deployment — representing the newest generation of its self-service technology. The installation… Read the full news article

A new urban stay for modern explorers Aloft Shanghai Hongqiao lands steps from NECC and Hongqiao transport hub

(NEWS) SHANGHAI, China, 2025-Dec-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Aloft Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands, has opened Aloft Shanghai Hongqiao, marking a vibrant new addition to the heart of West Hongqiao. Located just a short walk from the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) — one of the… Read the full news article

Sustainable luxury takes centre stage as InterContinental debuts flagship Red Sea resort within growing five-star ecosystem

(NEWS) THE RED SEA, Saudi Arabia, 2025-Dec-9 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened the doors to InterContinental The Red Sea Resort, one of the first luxury properties to debut on Saudi Arabia’s Shura Island — a key destination within the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 tourism development. The launch marks a milestone moment… Read the full news article

A Living Testbed for Greener Travel Brussels Airport Showcases Four Years of Stargate Progress

(NEWS) BRUSSELS, 2025-Dec-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport is marking four years as the lead test hub for Stargate, the €24.8 million sustainability initiative funded under the European Green Deal and Horizon 2020 programme. Developed in 2021 in partnership with 22 European organisations — including Athens International Airport, Budapest Airport and Aéroport de Toulouse-Blagnac… Read the full news article

A Softer Kind of Luxury Mandarin Oriental Interprets Pantone’s Cloud Dancer for 2026 Festive Season Experiences

(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Dec-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is shaping the upcoming festive season with a softer palette, unveiling a global creative collaboration with Pantone® built around the 2026 Pantone Colour of the Year, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. The partnership brings the shade to life across ten flagship properties worldwide,… Read the full news article

From Desert Safaris to Corporate Travel Solutions World Travel Awards Celebrate dnata’s Excellence

(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata Travel Group has earned ten accolades at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2025, reinforcing its position as one of the region’s leading travel services groups, according to their press announcement. Representatives from dnata Travel, Arabian Adventures, dnata Travel Management, and dnata Representation Services gathered at the… Read the full news article

Travel Sellers Gain Direct Access to Wizz Air Fares and Bundles Through New Kyte Integration

(NEWS) BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air has taken a major step in its distribution strategy by partnering with travel technology platform Kyte, making the low-cost carrier’s fares and ancillary services available to third-party travel sellers through a modern API channel. The move introduces Wizz Air content to intermediaries including TMCs and… Read the full news article

Embraer Strengthens Production Resilience with a Deep Data Collaboration with Aquarela Analytics

(NEWS) SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, 2025-Dec-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer has introduced Smart Planning, a new artificial intelligence-powered tool designed to optimize material management and increase supply-chain efficiency for aircraft production according to their  announcement. Developed over a ten-month collaboration with Aquarela Analytics, the system analyzes large volumes of data to support better… Read the full news article

The Island Pongwe voted Tanzania’s Best Boutique Restaurant of 2025

The Island Pongwe by The Cocoon Collection

Zanzibar, Tanzania, 2025-Dec-03 — /Travel PR News/ —   The Island Pongwe by The Cocoon Collection has just been voted “Boutique Restaurant of the Year – Tanzania” at the Travel & Hospitality Awards. The ultra exclusive, adults-only eco-resort has previously been recognized as the “Best Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar” regularly since its launch in February… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Joins the Global Sunflower Movement as Inclusive Travel Gains Worldwide Momentum

(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, marking a significant step in the airline’s efforts to make air travel more inclusive for passengers with non-visible disabilities according to their press announcement. Launched on December 1, the initiative allows travellers with conditions such as chronic illness,… Read the full news article

PATA and Jeju Forge a Landmark Alliance to Elevate the Island’s Position in the Asia Pacific MICE Landscape

(NEWS) CHIANG RAI, Thailand, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Jeju Island is set to expand its global tourism footprint following a new Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Jeju Tourism Organization (JTO). Announced during the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 in Chiang Rai, Thailand, the agreement strengthens… Read the full news article

St. Regis Introduces a New Era of Estate Living with the Launch of Its Ultra-Exclusive Estates Collection

(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is expanding its luxury portfolio with the launch of St. Regis Estates, a new brand expression designed for heritage-rich retreats defined by expansive grounds, deep-rooted history, and a residential sense of exclusivity. Created in response to rising demand for privacy, emotional connection… Read the full news article

Asia Pacific Becomes a Creative Powerhouse for Design Hotels with Its Largest Regional Expansion Yet

(NEWS) BERLIN, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Design Hotels is marking a milestone year in Asia Pacific, announcing the addition of more than 14 new properties across the region—its strongest regional growth to date, accounting for 28% of the brand’s global portfolio expansion in 2025. The surge highlights APAC’s growing influence in the global… Read the full news article

A Dreamy Blend of Art Deco Romance and Modern Bangkok Energy at the New Metropole Tribute Portfolio Hotel

(NEWS) BANGKOK, 2025-Dec-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok’s posh Thonglor district has welcomed a new design-driven boutique destination with the opening of Metropole Bangkok, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, marking the debut of Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio brand in Thailand. Reimagined through the glamorous lens of 1920s Shanghai, the hotel blends colonial architectural charm with Art… Read the full news article

A Renewed Flight Path Strengthens Ties as Qantas Returns to Port Moresby Ahead of the PNG Chiefs’ NRL Debut

(NEWS) SYDNEY, 2025-Dec-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will reconnect Sydney and Port Moresby from March 2026, reinstating a route that is expected to take on new significance as Papua New Guinea prepares to enter Australia’s premier rugby league competition in 2028. The twice-weekly Boeing 737 service, adding almost 35,000 seats annually, comes at a… Read the full news article