Category Archives: Travel Management

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

Lufthansa, Fraport and zeroG Roll Out AI System “seer” to Optimize Aircraft Handling at Frankfurt

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(IN SHORT) Lufthansa, Fraport AG, and tech subsidiary zeroG are rolling out “seer,” an AI-powered camera system designed to enhance aircraft turnaround efficiency at Frankfurt Airport. After a successful pilot program, “seer” is being implemented at more aircraft positions, with plans for widespread deployment. The system captures and timestamps key ground handling steps in real… Read the full news article

ARDA‑Hawaii Fuels UH Hilo Beekeeping Education with $4,000 Gift to Adopt‑a‑Beehive Program

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(IN SHORT) ARDA‑Hawaii has donated $4,000 to the University of Hawaii Foundation to enhance UH Hilo’s Adopt‑a‑Beehive program, reinforcing its commitment to agriculture, sustainability, and education. The grant will fund the College of Agriculture’s Beekeeping Program, offering apiculture coursework, certification, and experiential learning at the Pana‘ewa farm apiaries. Spearheaded by Chef Alan Wong, Adopt‑a‑Beehive raises awareness… Read the full news article

voco Al Mouj Muscat to Open with 251 Rooms, Five Dining Venues, and Full Resort Amenities

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Golden Group Holding to launch voco Al Mouj Muscat, a 251‑key beachfront resort set to open in Q4 2025—the first voco property in Oman. Located in the upscale Al Mouj Muscat waterfront district, the resort offers easy airport access and proximity to cultural landmarks. As IHG’s fastest‑growing premium brand,… Read the full news article

Venetian palazzo from 1436 reborn as Orient Express Palazzo Donà Giovannelli with 47 keys, canal arrivals and restored baroque salons

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(IN SHORT) Orient Express Palazzo Donà Giovannelli, a 15th‑century palazzo in Venice’s Cannaregio district, is now accepting reservations for 47 accommodations—29 rooms, 16 suites (six Signature) and two Orient Express Apartments—ranging from 30 to 148 square meters. Built in 1436 under architect Filippo Calendario and once on the original Orient Express route to Constantinople, the… 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

Think about: Affordable Goa Tours: Delhi to Paradise Packages

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NEW DELHI, 2025-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Dreaming of Goa’s golden beaches, vibrant shacks, and laid-back vibe, but worried about breaking the bank? You’re not alone! Many Delhiites yearn for a coastal escape, and the good news is that experiencing paradise doesn’t have to be a luxury. With smart planning and the right Goa… Read the full news article

Emirates Group launches global hiring campaign to add 17,300 people across 350 roles with 2,100 recruitment events in 150 cities

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(IN SHORT) The Emirates Group has begun a global recruitment push to hire 17,300 people across 350 roles in FY 2025, reinforcing rapid growth at Emirates and dnata. Roles span cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance, with dnata alone adding over 4,000 cargo, catering… Read the full news article

Strategic MoU sets dnata and IAG on a path to innovation, consistency and long-term value with LAX win and wider rollout ahead

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(IN SHORT) dnata has signed an MoU with International Airlines Group, becoming the inaugural ground handler in IAG’s Preferred Partner Programme. The pact establishes a long-term framework to drive innovation, consistency and value across North American stations, with services due to commence in Q4 2025. David Barker of dnata and Gurm Nijjer of IAG emphasized… Read the full news article

Minor Hotels Taps Hospitality Veteran Cristian Nannucci to Lead Tivoli La Vie Muscat Pre‑Opening and Launch

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(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has appointed Cristian Nannucci—an accomplished executive with 30+ years of global hospitality experience—to spearhead the pre‑opening and launch of the Tivoli La Vie Muscat Hotel in Q1 2026. Located in Muscat’s new LA VIE district, the 79‑room hotel and 100 branded residences will feature an Anantara Spa, SEEN Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, diverse dining… Read the full news article

Travelport+ Accelerates Air Searches by 23%, Delivers Sub‑One‑Second Results Amid 200% Volume Surge

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(IN SHORT) Travelport has accelerated its Travelport+ platform’s air search speed to 0.84 seconds—23% faster—despite a 200% increase in search volume since 2023. Enhanced booking capabilities and integrations like Content Optimizer and Productivity Automator provide travel agents with streamlined workflows and greater upsell potential. Independent research by Dynata and user feedback on G2.com rank Travelport+… Read the full news article

Globespan and Amadeus Cytric Team Up to Deliver Air Canada NDC Bookings via OBT Across North America

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(IN SHORT) Globespan Travel Management is now reselling Amadeus Cytric’s corporate booking solution throughout North America, granting full use of Cytric Easy—including Microsoft Teams integration. As part of this launch, Globespan became the first TMC in Canada to execute a live NDC booking for Air Canada via an OBT powered by Amadeus, enhancing access to… Read the full news article

ARI Appoints Global ESG Champions to Drive “Journey with Purpose” Strategy Across People, Planet, Product, and Passenger

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(IN SHORT) ARI has named ten ESG Champions—leaders from each of its global units—to implement the company’s “Journey with Purpose” strategy across four pillars: People, Planet, Product, and Passenger. Headed by Tracy Ross, this team will balance global directives with local action, driving inclusion, environmental stewardship, ethical sourcing, and passenger empowerment to meet ARI’s ESG… Read the full news article

TAP Air Portugal Name Change All You Must Know

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TAP Air Portugal Name Change: All You Must Know

WORCESTER, MA, 2025-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Various travelers face issues while traveling due to their incorrect names on the TAP Air Portugal flight ticket. Or, there might be circumstances where flyers need legal name change. Hence, the airline has introduced a name correction policy under which amendments can be made in various circumstances… Read the full news article

TUI Care Foundation and Women in Travel CIC Launch London Programme to Train Female Tour Entrepreneurs

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(IN SHORT) The TUI Care Foundation and Women in Travel CIC have launched TUI Futureshapers London to address the gender imbalance in tour guiding. Hosted at the Royal Society of Arts, the programme equips women from diverse backgrounds with storytelling, marketing, and business skills—plus personalized mentoring—to become certified guides and entrepreneurs. This summer’s tours include… Read the full news article

Amadeus and Luxair Extend Partnership with Next‑Gen Passenger Service and Retailing Solutions

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(IN SHORT) Amadeus and Luxair have renewed and expanded their long‑standing PSS and FCA partnership, marking over ten years of collaboration. The updated agreement introduces four advanced Amadeus solutions—Self‑Reaccommodation, Reference Experience, Segment Revenue Management Premium, and Anytime Merchandising—to enhance passenger autonomy, streamline booking interfaces, optimize pricing strategies, and enable personalized ancillary sales. Luxair’s CEO, Gilles Feith,… Read the full news article

KLM Launches Four‑Month Crew‑Sharing with Air France to Secure JFK–Schiphol Service

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(IN SHORT) KLM and Air France have initiated a collaborative arrangement in which Air France pilots will fly a KLM Boeing 777‑200 on the JFK–Schiphol route through October 25. The first combined flight, KL641, left Amsterdam at 1:25 p.m. today with an Air France cockpit team and KLM cabin staff. Achieved after extensive planning with unions and regulators,… Read the full news article

Wyndham to Debut La Quinta and Registry Collection Brands Across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal

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(IN SHORT) Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has forged a 10‑year strategic alliance with India’s Cygnett Hotels & Resorts to introduce La Quinta by Wyndham and Registry Collection Hotels in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. The partnership aims to open over 60 properties by 2035, with the first planned in late 2026. An exclusive deal will establish 50+ La Quinta upper‑midscale hotels, while… Read the full news article

Marriott and FÁBRICA DE HOTÉIS Unveil Plans for 30 City Express by Marriott Properties in Brazil

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International and FÁBRICA DE HOTÉIS LTDA have signed a multi‑unit development deal to open seven City Express by Marriott hotels in Northeast Brazil, part of a 15‑year plan to establish 30 properties across the region. The announcement, made at a ceremony in Porto de Galinhas, extends the brand’s rapid growth in the CALA… Read the full news article

IHG and Nhance Introduce voco The Club – Dublin Gateway on Kildare’s Greenway

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts and partner Nhance are launching voco The Club – Dublin Gateway, the network’s tenth property in Ireland, with full rebranding by summer 2025. Located on a 12‑acre estate in County Kildare, the 50‑room hotel offers scenic views of horse‑grazing fields, a brasserie‑style restaurant, outdoor spa, multiple meeting venues, and ample parking. The site benefits… Read the full news article

Two Existing Japanese Hotels to Reopen as ANA Holiday Inn Kobe Sanda and ANA Holiday Inn Tosu

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts and FET SYSTEM INC. will convert two existing properties into ANA Holiday Inns in 2026, introducing the first internationally branded hotels in Sanda and Tosu City. The 130‑room Kobe Sanda hotel and 126‑room Tosu hotel will undergo major refurbishments and adopt Holiday Inn’s Open Lobby concept. This move aligns with… Read the full news article

Jay Markham Joins Great Wolf Resorts as Chief Financial Officer

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(IN SHORT) Great Wolf Resorts has appointed longtime finance leader Jay Markham as CFO. Markham, previously Senior Vice President of Finance, will oversee the company’s Finance, Accounting, and Procurement functions and join the executive team to drive growth, operational efficiency, and guest‑experience enhancements. He will manage a 110‑member finance organization, support recent lodge openings, and… Read the full news article

WFS Expands Scandinavian Network with New 4,800 m² EFFH Facility at Copenhagen Airport

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(IN SHORT) WFS, a subsidiary of SATS, has opened a new 4,800 m² E‑Commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling warehouse at Copenhagen Airport, raising its total cargo space there to 21,500 m². The expanded facility supports freight forwarders with services ranging from weight and dimension capture, security screening, and consolidation/deconsolidation to customs preparation, labeling, repacking, and transportation logistics…. Read the full news article

ANA Captures FlightGlobal’s 2025 Executive Leadership Award for Asia‑Pacific Excellence

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(IN SHORT) All Nippon Airways has secured the 2025 FlightGlobal Executive Leadership: Asia‑Pacific Award—the first time the airline has claimed this prestigious distinction. Recognized for transformative leadership under President and CEO Shinichi Inoue, ANA was applauded for its strategic recovery from the Covid‑19 crisis, record financial and operational results, and ongoing enhancements to passenger experience…. Read the full news article

All Nippon Airways and Hitachi Unveil Automated System to Cut Flight‑Schedule Revision Time by 70%

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(IN SHORT) All Nippon Airways has partnered with Hitachi and Hitachi Consulting to launch an automated system that rapidly generates optimal flight‑schedule overhaul plans in response to disruptions such as severe weather. The new platform integrates ANA’s operational insights with Hitachi’s optimization algorithms to analyze aircraft schedules, maintenance plans, crew rostering, and airport conditions in… Read the full news article

Renson Madarang Joins Four Seasons Hualālai as Cultural Manager to Elevate Hawaiian Heritage Programming

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(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Resort Hualālai has named native Hawaiian Renson Madarang as Cultural Manager, entrusting him with the resort’s heritage programming and the Ka’ūpūlehu Cultural Center. Madarang’s responsibilities include curating interactive exhibits and classes—such as lei making, ʻukulele lessons, hula, and Hawaiian chant—and facilitating elders’ storytelling sessions. With qualifications in music, traditional weaving, featherwork,… Read the full news article

New Wizz Air MRO Facility Opens at Romaero Băneasa to Support 43-Aircraft Romanian Fleet

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Wizz Air adds four new routes from North Macedonia to Italy, Germany and Denmark

(IN SHORT) Wizz Air and Romaero have opened Romania’s first aircraft maintenance center at Romaero’s Băneasa facility near Bucharest Băneasa International Airport. Starting in October, the center will perform heavy and light maintenance on Wizz Air’s Romanian-based fleet of 43 aircraft, as well as visiting planes from nearby countries. A three-year contract with a certified… Read the full news article

New MoU Seals Collaboration Between Munich AirportAcademy and Colorado Denver Business School for EMBAA Program

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(IN SHORT) Munich AirportAcademy and CU Denver Business School have signed an MoU to co-develop and deliver specialized training modules for CU Denver’s new Executive MBA in Aviation (EMBAA). Beginning in 2026, Munich Airport’s training division will integrate its operational insights into the EMBAA curriculum. This is the Academy’s first collaboration with an international university… Read the full news article

Belfast City Airport’s Community Fund Fuels Music-Based Autism Programme for Toddlers and Families

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport’s Community Fund has awarded funding to Kids Together Belfast’s “Music and Me” programme, which supports two- to four-year-olds on the autism spectrum or awaiting diagnosis. The eight-week course uses music to develop social skills, communication, and emotional regulation. In the final fortnight, parents participate to learn techniques for reinforcing progress… Read the full news article

Boeing Charitable Trust Pledges $200K for Emergency Shelters and Recovery in Flood-Ravaged Texas

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(IN SHORT) Boeing is donating $200,000 from its Charitable Trust to central Texas flood relief—$100,000 to the Salvation Army San Antonio Area Command for shelters, meals, and support services, and $100,000 to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund for local rescue and recovery. Boeing employees will further aid relief through fundraising, volunteerism, and a matching… Read the full news article