Nairobi, Kenya, 2024-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Its been a period of celebration for Serena Hotels. Not only have a number of its properties across East Africa enjoyed significant refurbishments – but the group won an impressive seven Eco Warrior Awards in October for their sustainability efforts. Maureen Okore, Serena’s new Regional Marketing Director… Read the full press release
West Sussex, UK, 2024-Nov-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Umlingo Travel PR based in West Sussex is pleased to announce the addition of Wilderness Collection’s Craters Edge to its PR portfolio, effective 1 November 2024. This luxurious tented camp is perched on the north-eastern rim of Tanzania’s iconic Ngorongoro Crater, nestled in beautiful acacia… Read the full press release
LATIN TRAILS WINS SUSTAINABILITY AWARD AT THE LATIN AMERICA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION GALA (IN SHORT) Latin Trails won the 2024 LATA Responsible Tourism Award for Community Engagement, recognizing its efforts in sustainable tourism and community involvement in Ecuador. Its ILLA Experience Hotel in Quito integrates local culture and offers scholarships through the NEST Project. The company… Read the full press release
West Sussex, United Kingdom, 2024-Sep-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Umlingo Travel PR is thrilled to announce a new partnership with The Cavern Drakensberg Resort & Spa in South Africa, a founding member of KwaZulu-Natal’s brand new Northern Drakensberg Nature Reserve (NDNR). Comprising 6,500 hectares, the new NDNR was officially founded on 18th April… Read the full press release
United Kingdom, 2024-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The key to successfully expanding your client portfolio in Hospitality Representation & PR, is ensuring that you have a passionate, professional and knowledgeable team on board to continue to deliver results and exceed client expectations. Ailsa Tavares, founder of Travel Promoters is delighted to welcome Tracey Holmes-Carter… Read the full press release
United Kingdom, 2024-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown has begun for the sixth edition of the OurAfrica.Travel virtual trade show, set to take place online from 17th to 21st February 2025. The previous edition, hosted in February 2024, facilitated 8,510 one-to-one meetings across various time zones, connecting 479 buyers and 23 journalists from around the globe with 222 exhibitors from Africa… Read the full press release
London, United Kingdom, 2024-Aug-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel Promoters is delighted to announce that Lush Private Lodge will be joining its esteemed portfolio from 1 September 2024. Owned and run by the Lupini family, Lush is a beautiful, contemporary-styled boutique lodge, nestled within the Black Rhino Reserve which forms part of the… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2024-Aug-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Following an incredibly successful media trip last week, Umlingo Travel PR is delighted to announce its newest client, Mashatu Game Reserve, located in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve in Botswana. Watch a short video of the trip here for a taster. Meaning the “Land of Giants,” Mashatu… Read the full press release
New Delhi, 2024-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Partnering with expert MICE tour operators through SOS Travel House can transform the complexity of planning corporate events into a seamless and enjoyable process. MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tour operators specialize in organizing and managing events that bring people together for business purposes. SOS Travel… Read the full press release
Etosha, Namibia, 2024-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Onguma Nature Reserve on the fringe of Namibia’s iconic Etosha National Park has just released its latest documentary titled “Beyond the Dust” offering a captivating, hour-long peek behind the scenes into wildlife conservation on the ground. With its vast expanse of 34,000 hectares, Onguma is a… Read the full press release
United Kingdom, 2024-Jun-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel Promoters is delighted to announce that the TP team is expanding, with the welcome addition of Rosanna Pearce, who joined on 1st June. With a robust background in travel and trade relations, Rosanna brings a wealth of experience to our organization and will join Ailsa Tavares… Read the full press release
London, United Kingdom, 2024-Jun-6 — /Travel PR News/ — London-based tour operator Niarra Travel has officially appointed Lindsey Walter as Managing Director, effective immediately. Walter has been serving as Acting Managing Director since October 2023, guiding the company through a crucial phase in its development. As a co-founder of Niarra, Lindsey has played a pivotal… Read the full press release
The Ardmore Satara Suite at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa in Johannesburg Johannesburg, South Africa, 2024-Jun-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa, located in Johannesburg’s upmarket Sandton district, has collaborated with Ardmore Designs to craft the captivating new Satara Suite, which will launch on 27 June 2024. Renowned artist Sydney Hadebe, acclaimed… Read the full press release
Truckee, CA, USA, 2024-Apr-3 — /Travel PR News/ — AdventureSmith Explorations Founder Todd Smith Named 2024 Top Travel Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler This year marks the 11th time editors have recognized Smith for his expertise in the small-ship adventure cruise industry Todd Smith, founder and president of Truckee-based AdventureSmith Explorations and a pioneer in… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Weeva’s Sustainability Management Standard has achieved GSTC-Recognized status, marking it as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria for sustainable tourism. Weeva, a SaaS platform, aids tourism businesses in implementing holistic sustainability practices across various parameters. This recognition reflects adherence to the four pillars of the GSTC Criteria: Sustainable Management, Socioeconomic, Cultural, and Environmental… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) At the prestigious ITB Berlin travel trade show, Weeva made headlines by launching its pioneering AI capabilities, a first-of-its-kind development in the travel and tourism industry. The platform, known for its sustainability management tools, now integrates generative AI, aiming to simplify data capture, offer industry-leading resources, and streamline sustainability reporting. Weeva’s Chief Technology… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Cardamom Tented Camp, a renowned conservation lodge in Cambodia, has recently become a fellow member of The Long Run, an esteemed international alliance dedicated to sustainable nature-based tourism. By committing to the rigorous standards of a Global Ecosphere Retreat (GER), the camp demonstrates its dedication to conservation, community engagement, and cultural preservation…. Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Weeva, a digital sustainability management solution, partners with Design Hotels™ to assist independent hotels in implementing data-led sustainability initiatives. Through Weeva’s platform, hotels can efficiently manage sustainability efforts, track environmental and social impact, and improve operational efficiency. The collaboration includes workshops and roundtables to foster sustainable practices within the industry. (PRESS RELEASE) London,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Weeva, a leading sustainability platform, will be exhibiting at ITB Berlin 2024, showcasing its innovative integration of generative AI into its sustainability data management tool. James Lever, Weeva’s Chief Technology Officer, will unveil this integration at the eTravel Stage on March 5th. The company aims to revolutionize hotel tech by leveraging AI to… Read the full press release
EFTA has graduated over 162 cadets to-date, currently has over 300 cadets enrolled (IN SHORT) Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) marked another significant milestone with the graduation of 58 cadet pilots who have completed rigorous training. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, faculty, graduates, and their families. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) AirAsia, a prominent airline, has unveiled a special tribute livery dedicated to the late Datuk Irene Benggon Charuruks, a beloved Sabah tourism figure and former General Manager of the Sabah Tourism Board. Datuk Irene played a pivotal role in shaping and promoting Sabah’s tourism sector and had been a strong supporter of AirAsia… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Carina Malmgren Heander, the Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at SAS, has decided to retire from her position effective February 1, 2024. However, she will continue to serve as a senior advisor to CEO Anko van der Werff until the summer of 2024 to ensure a smooth transition. In light of… Read the full press release
One-off A380 flight, in collaboration with Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, celebrates the achievements of Dr Sultan AlNeyadi, Hazzaa AlMansoori, and the UAE’s bold National Space Strategy and Vision, just ahead of the UAE’s 52nd National Day (IN SHORT) Emirates has teamed up with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to celebrate the United Arab… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has marked the graduation of five young firefighters from its ‘High Flyers’ Apprenticeship program, securing them full-time employment within the airport’s fire service. This batch, the largest firefighting apprentice intake for the airport, excelled in training courses covering various firefighting skills, including hose running, pump operations, water rescue, boat handling,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines has unveiled executive leadership changes and organizational realignment aimed at supporting the company’s strategic priorities. The changes include elevating Justin Jones to Executive Vice President Operations, where he will lead efforts related to modernization and daily airline operations. Tony Roach will assume the role of Senior Vice President & Chief Customer… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Weeva, a leading sustainability management platform for travel and tourism businesses, announced the integration of generative AI capabilities at the Phocuswright Conference. The new AI features will guide businesses in their sustainability efforts, analyzing data and identifying opportunities for progress. Weeva aims to help companies meet the growing demand for sustainable options in… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Weeva, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform focused on sustainability in the travel and tourism industry, has been awarded the global Responsible Tourism Award for “Addressing Climate Change.” The award recognizes Weeva’s commitment to sustainability and its efforts to help businesses in the travel sector address climate change through sustainable practices. (PRESS RELEASE)LONDON, United Kingdom,… Read the full press release
Global hotel group is supporting female colleagues to thrive through empowering culture and diverse development opportunities (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts in Malaysia has exceeded the country’s average for female representation in senior management roles, with 58% of such positions held by women, surpassing the national average of 40%. IHG attributes this achievement to… Read the full press release
Khiri Reach, the 16-year old charitable arm of Khiri Travel, wins in the Tour Operator-Travel Agent category (IN SHORT) Khiri Reach, the charitable arm of Khiri Travel in Southeast Asia, has been awarded the 2023 Skal Sustainable Tourism Award in the tour operator category. The award recognizes Khiri Reach’s 16 years of community and… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Beach Enclave Turks & Caicos has appointed Andrea Ambroze as their Director of Sales for the Southeast, West Coast, and Texas regions. Ambroze brings over two decades of experience in luxury sales and marketing, having worked with prestigious brands and luxury properties such as St. Regis, Ritz-Carlton, and Mandarin Oriental. In her new… Read the full press release