Category Archives: Tourism

UK ride-hail and taxi apps in 2025: the biggest challenges, issues and barriers—and how they compare with Ireland

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VAT split: London vs rest of UK creates uneven pricing rules. Licensing gap: Wolverhampton effect sparks safety concerns. Rising costs: congestion, ULEZ, insurance and airport fees squeeze margins. EV strain: mandates outpace charging and vehicle affordability. Driver status: worker rights, backlogs and safeguarding under scrutiny. Ireland contrast: national system, regulated fares, no surge pricing. Next… Read the full news article

City of San Antonio, Centro, and Visit San Antonio unite to transform Houston Street into holiday wonderland

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(NEWS) SAN ANTONIO, 2025-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — San Antonio is preparing to welcome back one of its most festive traditions as Holidays on Houston Street returns for its third year, transforming five blocks of the historic downtown corridor into a dazzling winter wonderland. From December 5 to December 14, 2025, the City of San… Read the full news article

How KLM’s Airmail innovation blends AI and human expertise to deliver personalized travel content

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(NEWS) AMSTELVEEN, the Netherlands, 2025-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM has unveiled its latest innovation in digital marketing with the official launch of Airmail, an AI-powered newsletter tool designed to deliver personalized travel inspiration and offers at scale. Developed in partnership with LiveWall and Cape, the platform enables local KLM marketing teams across 65 global… Read the full news article

Jubilee 2025 – not the year anyone expected but visitors are still flocking to Rome’s events!

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As Rome prepared for this year’s historic Catholic Jubilee, no one expected the death of a much-loved Pope just months into the celebrations. However, the new Pope has reinvigorated them and events such as the Jubilee of Youth have seen record numbers flock to the Eternal City. With huge crowds expected for this autumn’s events,… Read the full news article

Global tourism leaders to gather in Chiang Rai for PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 under wellness and tradition theme

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has confirmed Chiang Rai as the host of the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 (PDMF 2025), which will take place from December 1–3 at the Heritage Chiang Rai Hotel & Convention. Announced during the closing of PDMF 2024, the selection… Read the full news article

Tourism for Development Month brings fresh opportunities for artisans and storytellers through TUI Care Foundation projects

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(NEWS) BERLIN, Germany, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The TUI Care Foundation has launched three new projects under its Tourism for Development Month, aimed at empowering creative communities in Least Developed Countries through sustainable tourism. In Cambodia, the TUI Colourful Cultures Battambang initiative is supporting the city’s artistic revival by organising urban arts festivals,… Read the full news article

New TUI Suneo Otaru to bring leisure holiday experiences to Japan starting in 2029

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(NEWS) HANOVER, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Group has announced its entry into the Japanese market with the signing of its first hotel management agreement in the country, marking a new milestone in the company’s global expansion. The newly built TUI Suneo Otaru, scheduled to open in 2029, will introduce the group’s leisure… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport and Trip.com unveil free layover tours to showcase the city’s culture and attractions

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has introduced a new free layover tour program that gives transfer passengers the chance to discover the city’s cultural landmarks and iconic views during their transit. The initiative, jointly organized with Trip.com, is available to passengers with at least seven hours… Read the full news article

How to visit historic attractions in Oxford and Cambridge for free while staying in an ancient university

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A travel expert says that Oxford and Cambridge Universities’ short terms, combined with the Open events in these cities, means that visitors can stay cheaply in an historic college this September while enjoying free entry to many historic attractions. OXFORD, UK, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — While many universities are welcoming ‘freshers’ and returning… Read the full news article

Spain’s Tourist Crime Index Highlights Stark Safety Divide Between Hotspots and Northern Regions

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(NEWS) MADRID, 2025-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Spain’s reputation as one of the world’s most visited destinations is under sharper focus after new crime data revealed a clear split between its riskiest and safest holiday regions. Figures from the Spanish Ministry of the Interior, analysed by Private Investigations UK, show that while Ibiza, Mallorca… Read the full news article

How to Reach Manali from Delhi by Flight: Fastest Way to the Hills

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DELHI, 2025-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Manali, nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, is one of the most popular hill stations in India. Known for its snow-capped mountains, lush valleys, and adventure activities, it attracts tourists from all over the country. For first-time travelers, the most common question is how to reach Manali… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines introduces Getaways vacation packages offering bundled travel with added flexibility and rewards

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(NEWS) DALLAS. TX, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines has entered the packaged vacations market with the launch of its new in-house product, Getaways by Southwest™, designed to give travelers a more convenient and stress-free way to plan trips. The offering allows customers to bundle flights with hotels, rental cars, and ground transportation… Read the full news article

National Relaxation Day, August 15: Discover Your Perfect Escape

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National Relaxation Day, Healthy Living + Travel

MIAMI BEACH, United States, 2025-Aug-14 — /Travel PR News/ — National Relaxation Day is your annual reminder to slow down, unwind, and recharge. It’s the perfect opportunity to focus on self-care and counteract the stresses of daily life. Relaxation isn’t just about feeling good; it’s essential for your overall mental and physical health. In 2025,… Read the full news article

Beach hut prices are making a splash – but it’s a bargain to rent one for the perfect seaside base

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The cost of buying a beach hut has hit the headlines this summer, with their average national cost topping £45,000 and their price in Dorset averaging a whopping £102,451. However, a leading holiday expert says that renting rather than buying a beach hut is the ultimate holiday bargain. They make the perfect heatwave sun shelter… Read the full news article

Pambele – Mozambique’s best-kept barefoot luxury secret

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Pambele Mozambique

Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique, 2025-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Pambele, a private beachfront house on the coastline of the San Sebastian Peninsula – has relaunched as an exclusive barefoot-luxury destination for discerning travellers. With its prime location in the Bazaruto Archipelago, within the Vilanculos Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary, and a renewed commitment to bespoke travel – Pambele… Read the full news article

Chicago Celebrates Birthplace of House Music with Four Days of Free Workshops Performances and Panels

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(IN SHORT) The 2025 Chicago House Music Festival and Conference runs August 21–24, offering free community-focused events celebrating the city’s role as House music’s birthplace. Highlights include an opening night conference with panels and dance workshops at the Chicago Cultural Center; masterclasses and outdoor DJ sets in Grant Park; a daylong multi-stage festival and dance… Read the full news article

Delhi to Dalhousie: A Serene Escape into the Mountains

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Dalhousie Tour Package from Delhi

NEW DELHI, 2025-Aug-7 — /Travel PR News/ — If you’re craving a peaceful escape from the hectic lifestyle of Delhi, there’s no better place than Dalhousie. Surrounded by pine forests, colonial architecture, and tranquil mountain views, Dalhousie is an ideal destination for those who want a relaxing holiday without spending a fortune. In this guide,… Read the full news article

Delhi to Ooty Tour Made Easy: Best Packages, Routes & FAQs

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Ooty Tour Packages from Delhi

NEW DELHI, 2025-Aug-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is a serene hill station nestled in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. Often referred to as the “Queen of Hills,” it offers a refreshing escape from Delhi’s urban rush. Surrounded by misty mountains, rolling tea gardens, and colonial charm, Ooty is… Read the full news article

Notting Hill Carnival is back on! Carnival-goers can even find affordable accommodation this year.

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  Europe’s biggest street festival WILL return this Bank Holiday. Thanks to an eleventh-hour deal that was finally struck last month, a near £960,000 funding gap has been plugged. This year’s Notting Hill Carnival now promises to be bigger and safer than ever. If your finances are also a bit tight, help is at hand… Read the full news article

PATA Names Yeji Cho 2025 Face of the Future Grand Winner and Honours Three Rising Tourism Innovators

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(IN SHORT) PATA’s 2025 Face of the Future Award recognized Yeji Cho of the Korea Tourism Organization as Grand Winner for her leadership in accessible and cooperative tourism initiatives. Three additional honourees—Poornaka Delpachitra of Intrepid Travel (sustainability), Dr. Bella Vongvisitsin of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (strategic management) and Nikhil Jeet of DDP Group (leadership)—were celebrated… Read the full news article

Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana launches Family Safari Offers

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Mashatu for families

Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana, 2025-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ —  There are holidays, and then there are places and spaces that shape memories that live on for a lifetime. This year, swap screen time for safari time.  Mashatu Game Reserve, one of Botswana’s best-kept secrets, is inviting families to escape into the wild with a limited-time… Read the full news article

New Santa Monica Visitor Guide and Map Offer Insider Tips on Hotels, Dining, Culture, and Transit

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(IN SHORT) Santa Monica Travel & Tourism has released its 2025 Official Santa Monica Visitor Guide and Map—a 97-page, magazine-style publication packed with expert recommendations on lodging, dining, arts, culture, beach adventures, and sustainable travel tips. Produced with Los Angeles Magazine and local creatives, the guide also includes a color-coded map detailing eight neighborhoods and… Read the full news article

Timeshare Association ARDA-Hawaii Backs 31st Annual Hula ʻOni E with Funding for Culture and Craft Fair

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(IN SHORT) ARDA-Hawaii has donated $4,000 to The Lawrence & Hokulani DeRego Foundation to support instruction in hula, the Hawaiian language, crafts, and other cultural traditions. This contribution backs the foundation’s long-running Hula ʻOni E festival—now in its 31st year—taking place August 29–31, 2025, with performances by hālau from Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, and… Read the full news article

2025 is the year of the sea trout. Try night fishing on the Isle of Harris!

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The summer sun is welcomed by most Brits but for anglers it’s a mixed blessing. Low water levels mean salmon fishing has been hard work but one fish species seems to be coping quite well with the conditions. Thanks to new conservation initiatives, sea trout seem to be back in big numbers. Night fishing for… Read the full news article

SG60 Celebrations at Changi Airport Launch with Charity Walk, Iconic Light Display and Upcoming Concert Highlights

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(IN SHORT) Changi Airport has kicked off its SG60 celebrations with a Charity Walk and the ‘60 Years of Homecoming’ Airport Boulevard light-up, raising over $220,000 for Community Chest initiatives supporting youth-at-risk and children with special needs. The launch event featured over 1,200 participants and was attended by Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow. Highlights… Read the full news article

TUI Care Foundation Expands Support for Sustainable Tourism Startups in Portugal, Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco

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(IN SHORT) TUI Care Foundation has launched new TUI Futureshapers programmes in Portugal and North Africa to foster sustainable tourism entrepreneurship. In Portugal, the initiative is returning for a second round in collaboration with IRIS to provide training and mentoring to up to 60 entrepreneurs, with the top three teams receiving funding and six months… Read the full news article

TUI and Bentour Seal Strategic Share Swap to Strengthen All-Inclusive Offerings in Europe

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(IN SHORT) TUI Group and Bentour Reisen have finalized a mutual shareholding agreement following antitrust clearance, enabling both parties to take a 20% stake in each other’s business. With Nazar Nordic representing TUI in Northern Europe and Bentour Reisen operating in the German-speaking markets, the partnership enhances their collective ability to deliver high-quality, all-inclusive holiday… Read the full news article

Discover 50 Santa Monica Eateries During Dine LA Restaurant Week from July 25 to August 8

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(IN SHORT) From July 25 through August 8, 2025, Santa Monica will host Dine LA restaurant week, featuring special multi‑course menus at 50 local restaurants. The event highlights the city’s diverse dining scene—ranging from Mediterranean and tapas concepts to Michelin‑starred fine dining and California cuisine—while emphasizing farm‑to‑table ingredients. Misti Kerns of Santa Monica Travel & Tourism underscores the week… Read the full news article

Astrotourism is set to enjoy a £4.4bn boom – with Spain’s monasteries among the brightest stars

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Astrotourism is one of the biggest travel trends for 2025. Over the next five years, stargazers are set to spend £4.4bn seeking dark skies away from city lights. A leading tourism expert says monasteries in Spain have become a must-visit because of their Mediterranean climate and clear night skies. SEVILLE, Italy, 2025-Jul-24 — /Travel PR… Read the full news article

Are You Looking? Affordable Delhi to Manali Volvo Tours

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NEW DELHI, 2025-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The majestic Himalayas are calling, and the thought of a refreshing escape to Manali is constantly on your mind. You’re ready to trade cityscapes for mountain vistas, but perhaps you’re also diligently searching for a trip that won’t break the bank. If you’re looking for affordable Delhi… Read the full news article