The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Unveils Stunning Transformation: Introducing New Vanderbilt Tower, Dining Experiences, and Enhanced Luxury

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Unveils New Tower, Restaurants, Rooms, and Guest Experiences NAPLES, FL, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The latest chapter of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples’ storied history has arrived, as the luxury Florida resort is now open and welcoming its Ladies and Gentlemen, loyal guests, and the Naples community home once again. The legendary… Read the full news article

Autograph Collection Hotels and Fotografiska Unveil ‘Impressions’: A Global Cultural Project Celebrating Photography and Travel

Original photographic journeys through the lenses and perspectives of four celebrated photographers immersed in remarkable hotel locations BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels – the diverse and dynamic collection of independent hotels championing individuality, together with Fotografiska, the contemporary museum of photography, art, and culture, will unveil a new cultural project in multiple… Read the full news article

W Budapest Makes Spectacular Debut as the First W Hotel in Hungary, Combining Visionary Design and Culinary Delights

BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the highly anticipated debut of W Budapest, marking the brand’s first opening in Hungary. Housed in the historic Drechsler Palace, previously home to the Institute of Ballet, W Budapest is set to… Read the full news article

Marriott Bonvoy and Marriott Hotels Bring Manchester United Fanfare to the U.S. with Coast-to-Coast Experiences

Fans can receive exclusive access to the Manchester United Tour 23 with unforgettable experiences made possible only through Marriott Bonvoy and Marriott Hotels BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Bonvoy®, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International and Marriott Hotels®, as Official Partners of Manchester United, are bringing the revelry of British… Read the full news article

The Interlude: Melbourne’s Unique Urban Retreat Opens in Former Prison, Offering Unforgettable Experiences

Melbourne, Australia, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Melbourne just became home to a one-of-a-kind urban retreat as The Interlude welcomed its first official guest – former HM Prison Pentridge Senior Prison Officer, Dennis Bear – this morning. The Interlude, in Pentridge’s billion-dollar lifestyle precinct, is the world’s first urban wellness retreat set in a… Read the full news article

Viking Cruises Sweeps Travel + Leisure’s 2023 World’s Best Awards in Oceans, Rivers, and Expeditions Categories

Viking Makes History in 28th Annual World’s Best Awards Los Angeles, CA, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel + Leisure readers have voted Viking® (www.viking.com) to the top of its categories for oceans, rivers and expeditions in the 2023 World’s Best Awards, which were announced today. Viking was once again named the #1 Ocean Line for… Read the full news article

Air Canada Unveils New Maple Leaf Lounge with Outdoor Terrace at San Francisco International Airport

Exclusive 165-seat space located in Terminal 2, features airline’s first outdoor terrace, range of premium amenities Lounge provides elevated comfort and convenience to departing San Francisco customers 28th lounge globally with more to come, including at Newark Terminal A this week MONTREAL, CANADA, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada has opened its brand-new Maple Leaf… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean Group Unveils Silver Nova: The Most Environmentally Conscious Ultra-Luxury Cruise Ship

Jason Liberty, Richard Fain, and Barbara Muckermann embarked Silver Nova in Eemshaven, Netherlands, to pay thanks to the Meyer Werft team and see the ship’s progress Miami, FL, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Embarking the ship in Eemshaven, Netherlands, on July 11, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean Group Chairman Richard Fain,… Read the full news article

Raffles Hotels & Resorts Takes #2 Spot in Best Hotel Brand Category at Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards

New York City, NY, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Raffles Hotels & Resorts is excited to announce it has been awarded the coveted #2 position in the Best Hotel Brand category in the 2023 World’s Best Awards by Travel + Leisure, upholding the legendary brand’s status as a foremost leader in luxury hospitality. With an outstanding score of… Read the full news article

UNWTO Highlights Tourism’s Role in Sustainable Development at UN High-Level Political Forum

Madrid, Spain, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — This week will bring tourism back to the United Nations headquarters to emphasize the sector’s unique position to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Reflecting the unprecedented relevance of tourism on the UN agenda, UNWTO together with the Ministry of Tourism and Sport, Republic of… Read the full news article

IATA and Aviation Impact Accelerator Partner to Accelerate Aviation Sector’s Path to Net-Zero Emissions

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), an international industry-academia partnership based at the University of Cambridge, announced a collaboration to accelerate the aviation sector’s transition to net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050. The two organizations will assess the financial implications of reaching aviation’s 2050… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines Introduces Award-Winning Self-Bag Drop with Biometric Photo-Matching at Orlando International Airport

The Carrier’s Largest Self-Bag Drop System Launches at Orlando International Airport MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines’ (NYSE: SAVE) Guests can now breeze through check-in at Orlando International Airport (MCO) with the addition of the airline’s award-winning self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching. Spirit today celebrated 30 years of service in Orlando with the… Read the full news article

Carvana Professional Pickleball Association Partners with Southwest Airlines as Official Airline and Southwest Rapid Rewards™ Priority Credit Card as Official Credit Card of the PPA Tour

Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card from Chase named Official Credit Card of the Professional Pickleball Association Tour Carrier celebrates partnership with coveted Companion Pass for top Pickleball Pros DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Carvana Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) announced Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) as the Official Airline and the Southwest Rapid… Read the full news article

Southwest The Store Partners with HOCH.CO for Exclusive Limited-Edition Merchandise

DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — We’re kicking off the week with a new merch drop from Southwest and a pretty cool backstory: During our 50th Anniversary celebration in 2021, Southwest® was tagged in this Instagram post by Andrew Hochradel. He had seen a photo of our original boarding passes and was inspired to create… Read the full news article

Emirates Partners with Extime to Launch Exclusive Lounge in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Terminal 1

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — In time for a busy summer period of travel, Emirates has partnered with Extime in Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, to offer premium travellers a new exclusively dedicated lounge space in Terminal 1, while the renovation of Terminal 2 continues. As one of the only carriers to have an… Read the full news article

Emirates Launches New UAE National Talent Development Programs under Rehlaty Strategy

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates reaffirms its strong commitment to its UAE National development strategy, Rehlaty, with the launch of an additional set of programmes that have been specifically designed to develop top UAE National Talent looking to start or boost their careers in the Emirates and dnata Group of companies…. Read the full news article

Emirates Launches On-Demand Regional Charter Service for Short Trips in the GCC

DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has launched an on-demand regional charter service, offering flexibility, convenience, privacy and comfort for customers who want to make short trips in the GCC from Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Operated by the airline’s Phenom 100 twin-engine aircraft, customers can fly to a wide range… Read the full news article

Holiday Inn Debuts Iconic Design in the Middle East with Opening of Holiday Inn Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Holiday Inn, one of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ most iconic brands, is bringing its new design hallmarks to the Middle East for the first time, at the newly opened Holiday Inn Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. The opening marks IHG’s expansion of its mainstream brand portfolio across the… Read the full news article

IHG Signs Agreement for Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Asoke, Expanding Presence in Thailand’s Hospitality Market

New 180-room property to open in early 2025 following landmark partnership with A.P.K Real Estate Co., Ltd Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, is proud to announce the signing of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Asoke with new partner A.P.K Real Estate Co., Ltd… Read the full news article

IHG Announces First Holiday Inn Hotel in Bhutan, Enhancing Tourism Offerings in the Captivating Destination

The signing of Holiday Inn Thimphu further strengthens IHG’s presence in the South-West Asia region Bhutan, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with T&K Construction Private Limited for its first Holiday Inn hotel in Bhutan. Featuring… Read the full news article

Heathrow Partners with Mr. Men Little Miss to Launch Interactive Mobile Game for Young Travellers

London, UK, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Heathrow has partnered with Mr. Men Little Miss to create a mobile game to entertain young travellers at the airport over the summer holiday period. The game features Mr. Adventure and Little Miss Explorer, characters created exclusively for Heathrow. It can be easily accessed by scanning a… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean Group Introduces Next-Generation Waste Management Technology and Targets 50% Reduction in Food Waste

The cruise company’s newest ships will convert waste to energy on board, expand on its Green Hubs program and use technology to take a bite out of food waste. MIAMI, FL, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) is building on its industry-leading waste management practices by introducing the next generation… Read the full news article

Embark on a Culinary Journey to Sri Lanka at San:Qi, Four Seasons Mumbai: Indulge in Authentic Flavors and Vibrant Traditions

A Sri Lankan gastronomic adventure with Chef Jude Fernando Mumbai, India, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Mumbai invites guests on a culinary experience of Sri Lanka that will transport food lovers to the coastal land of the south with waves of vibrant flavours to delight the taste buds. The island feast is presented by… Read the full news article

Experience the Newly Renovated Luxury at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza: Unveiling Stylish Premium Guest Rooms and Suites

French designer Pierre-Yves Rochon wraps up first phase of rooms renovation with the redesign of a range of accommodations on the Hotel’s 25th-27th floors Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s a new day for guests staying overnight on business or leisure at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza as the… Read the full news article

Escape to the Swiss Alps at Off Piste: Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire’s Winter Pop-Up Restaurant Returns with Swiss-Inspired Cuisine

Hampshire, England, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — This winter will see the return of the Swiss-inspired pop-up restaurant Off Piste at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire. Nestled within the picturesque woodland of the 500-acre (200 hectare) estate, Off Piste will reopen on November 15, 2023 inside a cosy tent, decorated with oak wooden tables, a rustic bark bar and a roaring fire. Offering a delicious… Read the full news article

Raise a Glass to Bastille Day at Rivière: Four Seasons Hotel Nashville’s Rooftop Celebrates France National Day with Champagne and Oysters

The French Riviera-inspired restaurant will offer Champagne specials in honour of the holiday on July 14 Nashville, USA, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Rivière, the French Riviera-inspired restaurant and bar on the rooftop of Four Seasons Hotel Nashville, will be celebrating France National Day, otherwise known as Bastille Day, on July 14 with a Champagne and oysters special…. Read the full news article

Indulge in Sweet Delights: The Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur Introduces New Dessert Experiences

From an elevated Afternoon Tea to spectacular celebration cakes, newly appointed Executive Pastry Chef Yann Roumanille ushers in a summer of sweetness at The Lounge Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Explore a new selection of sweet offerings at The Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Led by the bold vision and innovative artistry of… Read the full news article

ONE FORTY at Four Seasons Resort Lanai Receives Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence

Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Wine Spectator announced the winners of the magazine’s 2023 Restaurant Awards, recognizing ONE FORTY at Four Seasons Resort Lanai with an Award of Excellence. The restaurant specializes in the rich Hawaiian bounty of the sea along with quality American meat such as Hawaiian ahi, seafood risotto featuring Kauai shrimp, Colorado lamb rack, coffee crusted… Read the full news article

SITA Partners with Airports Authority of India for Technological Transformation of 43 Airports

The deal marks the largest-ever adoption of cloud-based technologies for passenger and baggage processing amidst a booming Indian aviation market New Delhi, India, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA, the technology provider for the travel and transport industry, secured a landmark deal with Airports Authority of India to support one of the biggest growth… Read the full news article

Noida International Airport Partners with SITA for Advanced Airport Management System

The partnership will help Noida International Airport manage resources effectively, provide a live and transparent view of airport operations, and work collaboratively with its airport partners Noida, India, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Noida International Airport (NIA) has selected SITA’s Airport Management System to help automate and streamline the operations of the airport. SITA’s… Read the full news article