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Marco Polo Ortigas Manila invites families to celebrate the Class of 2026 with themed dining and celebration packages

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(IN SHORT) Marco Polo Ortigas Manila is celebrating the Class of 2026 with a range of dining experiences available from March 9 to June 30, 2026. The hotel’s restaurants and venues will offer specially designed graduation promotions for families and groups, including buffet packages at Cucina, private dining options at Lung Hin, and celebratory desserts… Read the full news article

A Cultural Collaboration in Jaipur Connects Luxury Hospitality with the Stories of Women Artisans

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(NEWS) JAIPUR, India, 2026-Mar-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur has launched a long-term cultural partnership with the Jaipur Rugs Foundation, a collaboration aimed at preserving Rajasthan’s weaving heritage while supporting women artisans across rural communities. The initiative reflects a growing movement within India’s luxury hospitality sector to combine high-end travel experiences with… Read the full news article

San Francisco International Airport Expands Accessibility Efforts Through Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Partnership

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(IN SHORT) San Francisco International Airport has partnered with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower organization to introduce the Sunflower Lanyard program, a global initiative supporting travelers with non-visible disabilities. The green sunflower-branded lanyard enables passengers to discreetly signal that they may need additional assistance when navigating the airport. Recognized at more than 340 airports and by… Read the full news article

Villa Igiea Integrates Contemporary Art and Luxury Hospitality Through Claire Fontaine Exhibition and Sicilian Matriarchy Experience

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(IN SHORT) From March 7 to May 10, Villa Igiea in Palermo presents We Are All Whatever Singularities by the feminist collective Claire Fontaine, an exhibition inspired by Giorgio Agamben’s philosophical concept of singularity. Through Warhol-referencing silkscreens, sculptural interventions, and luminous installations, the show explores identity, digital interconnectedness, memory, and resistance within contemporary culture. The… Read the full news article

From Mountain Communities to Coastal Hamlets Rural Destinations Compete for Best Tourism Villages 2026

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(NEWS) MADRID, Spain, 2026-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — UN Tourism has launched the application process for the Best Tourism Villages 2026 initiative, inviting rural destinations around the world to compete for international recognition as part of a programme that highlights tourism’s role in supporting local communities. The scheme, which has grown steadily since its introduction… Read the full news article

OurAfrica.Travel announces new partnership with Africa’s Eden

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South Africa, 2026-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — OurAfrica.Travel is Africa’s only digital trade show, and has, since its inception during the 2020 lockdown, been all about collaborations and partnerships in the spirit of Ubuntu – driven by a desire to support the greater good of the whole African tourism community in an affordable, inclusive way…. Read the full news article

A Valentine’s Day with Purpose as AEGEAN Employees Give Back to Nature on Mount Hymettus

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(NEWS) KIFISIA, Greece, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — AEGEAN Airlines marked Valentine’s weekend with an environmental initiative on Mount Hymettus, where employees and their families gathered to plant trees as part of the airline’s expanding volunteer programme. Organised through the airline’s employee volunteer group Team AEGEAN, the activity highlighted a growing focus on community engagement… Read the full news article

Maldives Returns to ITB Berlin with Cultural Events Industry Announcements and Plans for Visit Maldives Year 2027

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(NEWS) MALE’, Maldives, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives Corporation is preparing a high-profile return to ITB Berlin in March 2026, using the world’s largest travel trade exhibition as a platform to strengthen partnerships and build momentum toward the planned Visit Maldives Year 2027 campaign. The destination’s presence at Messe Berlin will run from… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Welcomes the Return of the Clare Garda Youth Awards Honouring Young Changemakers

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(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2026-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport hosted the launch of the 2026 Clare Garda Youth Awards, marking the start of this year’s search for young people across County Clare whose actions are making a positive difference in their communities. Organised by An Garda Síochána in partnership with The Shannon Airport Group,… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental Partners with Simone Biles to Shape the Future of Luxury Wellness Experiences

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(IN SHORT) Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Olympic gymnast Simone Biles as its first Global Wellness Ambassador in a long-term partnership focused on advancing holistic wellbeing across the brand’s global portfolio. Biles will collaborate with the company’s wellness experts to help develop new programmes that integrate physical performance, mental health and recovery, while also… Read the full news article

SAS Marks Olympic Homecoming With Dedicated Travel Support for Norway’s Winter Games Delegation

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(IN SHORT) Scandinavian Airlines is flying Norwegian athletes home from the Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina, working alongside national sports authorities to coordinate their return to Norway. The initiative reflects SAS’ long-term partnership with Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic organizations, through which the airline provides travel support for athletes year-round while strengthening connections between Scandinavian… Read the full news article

New ICAO Programme Appoints Japanese Aviation Executives to Champion Industry Careers Diversity and Global Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines and ANA HOLDINGS have appointed senior executives Kumiko Miyasaka and Tomoko Hoya as ICAO Global Ambassadors in Japan under a newly launched international programme designed to inspire future aviation professionals and promote diversity in the sector. The initiative, aligned with ICAO’s Strategic Plan 2026–2050, will see the ambassadors engage in outreach… Read the full news article

New Training Initiative Supports Workforce Development and Builds Operational Expertise Within flydubai

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(IN SHORT) flydubai has partnered with Emirates Aviation University to launch a Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme beginning in July 2026, aimed at training Emirati nationals for critical operational roles in aviation. The 10-week GCAA-approved course will equip cadets with technical knowledge in flight planning, meteorology, aviation law and aircraft performance, preparing them for dispatcher licensing… Read the full news article

American Airlines to Serve as Official Airline of 2026 Women in Aviation International Gathering in Texas

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(IN SHORT) American Airlines has partnered with Women in Aviation International as a 2026 strategic partner and will serve as the Official Airline of the organization’s 37th annual conference in Grapevine, Texas. The collaboration, announced during the airline’s centennial year, supports efforts to expand opportunities for women in aviation through scholarships, educational programming and industry… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises Brings Marine Scientists on Board for Its First Alaska Season

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(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2026-Feb-4 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises has announced a new partnership with marine conservation organisation ORCA that will place a dedicated, ORCA-trained Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) on board MSC Poesia during the line’s inaugural Alaska season in summer 2026. Based on details shared in the company’s official announcement, the initiative is… Read the full news article

Runway Events and Passenger Donations Power Support for Air Ambulance NI

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(NEWS) BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2026-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Ambulance NI has received more than £140,000 in charitable funding following the conclusion of a two-year partnership with Belfast City Airport, which supported the charity as its official Charity Partner. Based on details shared in official updates from both organisations, the contribution reflects funds raised… Read the full news article

Inside Emirates’ Multi-Billion-Dirham Plan to Create a New Home for Its Cabin Crew

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(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jan-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Airline has confirmed plans for a new purpose-built Cabin Crew Village in Dubai, marking a multi-billion-dirham investment aimed at supporting the airline’s expanding workforce. Based on details shared in the company’s official announcement, Emirates has signed an agreement with Dubai Investments Park (DIP) to acquire land… Read the full news article

Inspiring future flyers and innovators inside London Luton Airport’s student competition

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2026-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — London Luton Airport is turning its focus to the future of aviation with the launch of a new competition designed to inspire students across Luton to explore the careers, creativity and skills that keep an airport running every day. Based on details shared in official announcement, the initiative… Read the full news article

A cultural welcome unfolds at Halifax Stanfield’s new International Connections Facility

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(NEWS) NOVA SCOTIA, Canada, 2026-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Halifax International Airport Authority is redefining the first moments of arrival in Atlantic Canada with the completion of its International Connections Facility at Halifax Stanfield, a project that blends modern aviation infrastructure with a powerful sense of place rooted in Mi’kmaq culture. Based on details shared… Read the full news article

TUI Junior Academy brings environmental education to the heart of Türkiye’s coastal communities

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(NEWS) BERLIN, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Care Foundation is expanding its footprint along Türkiye’s coastline through the latest phase of the TUI Junior Academy Türkiye, an education-led programme designed to turn environmental awareness into real-world action in some of the country’s most visited coastal regions. Drawing on details shared through official project updates,… Read the full news article

OurAfrica.Travel returns in March 2026 – register today!

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Cape Town, South Africa, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ —   Block off your calendars – the OurAfrica.Travel virtual trade show is back from 16 – 20 March 2026, offering a convenient opportunity to connect from across the globe in a time effective, affordable and very inclusive way. With 159 exhibitors from Africa & the Indian Ocean Islands and 192… Read the full news article

Tourism Training Initiative in the Dominican Republic Targets Youth Employment and Childcare Gaps

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(NEWS) BERLIN, 2026-Jan-8 — /Travel PR News/ — A new multi-year initiative in the Dominican Republic is aiming to tackle youth unemployment and gender inequality in one of the country’s most important economic sectors: tourism. TUI Care Foundation has launched the next phase of its TUI Academy Dominican Republic programme, expanding its reach across the eastern… Read the full news article

From Polynesia to Lisbon Silversea Charts a 140-Day Journey of Cultural Discovery in 2026

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(NEWS) MIAMI, FL, 2026-Jan-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea has officially embarked on its World Cruise 2026, The Curious and the Sea, marking what the company describes as its most expansive and culturally immersive world voyage to date. As outlined in information released by the cruise line, the 140-day journey aboard Silver Dawn spans six… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo Expands Its Wellness Vision with a Global Lineup of Visiting Practitioners for 2026

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(NEWS) COSTA RICA, 2026-Jan-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo has revealed its lineup of Visiting Wellness Practitioners for 2026, continuing a program that has become a defining element of the resort’s guest experience. Now entering its third year, the initiative brings together an international collective of healers, movement specialists, and holistic… Read the full news article

Healthy Living + Travel Introduces a Gentle Five-Day Wellness Reset for 2026

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Healthy Living + Travel Introduces a Gentle Five-Day Wellness Reset for 2026

VANCOUVER, CANADA, 2026-Jan-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Healthy Living + Travel has released A Gentle Five-Day Reset for 2026, a practical wellness framework designed to help individuals restore balance, energy, and mental clarity without extreme restrictions or disruptive detoxes. Created for real life, the five-day reset supports healthy daily rhythms while allowing people to… Read the full news article

Student Travel Demand Drives Ryanair–Erasmus Partnership Past One Million Passengers

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(NEWS) SWORDS, Ireland, 2025-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair has passed a milestone in its long-running partnership with the Erasmus Student Network, having now transported more than one million Erasmus students across its European route network, according to the company’s press release. The achievement highlights the scale of student mobility supported through the collaboration, particularly… Read the full news article

Aberdeen International Airport Marks Two-Year Charity Partnership with £96,000 Raised for Local Children

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(NEWS) ABERDEEN, Scotland, 2025-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Aberdeen International Airport has marked the conclusion of a two-year charity partnership with AberNecessities, raising £96,000 directly for the children’s charity, according to the airport’s press release. The partnership, which began in January 2024, focused on supporting disadvantaged families across the North-East of Scotland by providing essential… Read the full news article

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

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(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

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

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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

Connecting through music, art and inclusion as Emirates Group celebrates UAE National Day with Rashid Centre for People of Determination

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(NEWS) DUBAI, 2025-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group has highlighted its commitment to accessibility and community inclusion through a collaborative engagement day with the Rashid Centre for People of Determination, aligning with the UAE’s Year of Community initiative. The full-day programme brought together Emirates Group Youth Council members, senior executives, and Rashid Centre… Read the full news article