Korean Air Gives New Life to Uniforms: Upcycles 500 First Aid Pouches for Community Donation Seoul, South Korea, 2023-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air recently created and donated 500 first aid pouches upcycled from used pilot and cabin crew uniforms to Seoul Gangseo Senior Welfare Center and Incheon Yongyu Elementary School. The first… Read the full press release
Flights to Alicante will take off from 29th October 2023 and operate twice a week all year-round The Costa Blanca favourite becomes the seventh destination easyJet will fly from London Southend alongside Geneva, Malaga, Majorca, Faro, Amsterdam and Paris Flights are now available to book on easyJet.com and via the mobile app with fares from… Read the full press release
Egypt’s Capital Cairo has become the latest new destination to join easyJet’s extensive network, with a brand-new route from London Luton The first flight will take off from 31st October 2023 and operate three times a week throughout the year Seats are now on sale on easyJet.com and via the mobile app easyJet is the… Read the full press release
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines Group, the fastest-growing global airline brand and the continent’s largest airline, is pleased to announce that it will increase its weekly passenger flights to Seoul, Republic of Korea, to six, effective October 28, 2023. Ethiopian will also deploy the latest Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the route. The… Read the full press release
Nairobi, Kenya, 2023-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) announced that AFRAA is joining the Focus Africa initiative. Focus Africa aims to maximize the contribution of aviation to development across the African Continent by better serving passengers and shippers. Under Focus Africa, private and public… Read the full press release
British Airways’ predecessor, BOAC, became the first British airline to operate passenger flights between the UK and Japan in 1948 To celebrate this milestone anniversary, British Airways is launching its latest business class seat, reintroducing its First cabin, and offering menus inspired by traditional dishes previously served on this route for customers to enjoy London,… Read the full press release
Complimentary entry included with all Stopover Packages booked through Discover Qatar Experience the country’s finest with Qatar Airways at Expo 2023 Doha: A Celebration of Green Innovation and Cultural Immersion DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — As the global anticipation for Expo 2023 Doha rises, Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State… Read the full press release
Manila, Philippines, 2023-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, is launching its newest destination—Da Nang, Vietnam—with its signature Piso Sale. Starting December 7, 2023, CEB’s Manila to Da Nang flights will operate thrice a week— every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The flight will depart Manila from 7:30 PM… Read the full press release
Largest renewable energy project ever developed at a U.S. airport Washington DC, USA, 2023-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Officials from Dominion Energy and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) were joined by federal, state and local leaders Tuesday to break ground on the Dulles Solar and Storage project at Dulles International Airport. Once completed,… Read the full press release
ANA Group has announced its revised flight schedule for the second half of the fiscal year 2023 (FY2023). For international routes, ANA will introduce its third Airbus A380 aircraft the “FLYING HONU” in response to recovering passenger demand to Hawaii, and increase flights to China, introducing the new Haneda to Qingdao route as well as… Read the full press release
CALGARY, AB, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Andrea Robertson, Chair of the Board of The Calgary Airport Authority, is pleased to announce Chris Dinsdale has officially assumed the role as President & CEO of The Calgary Airport Authority (The Authority/YYC). After an extensive international search, Chris Dinsdale was identified as the best strategic leader… Read the full press release
Sydney, Australia, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas announced another increase to its international capacity ahead of additional aircraft returning to its fleet. Destinations with more capacity announced include New York, Los Angeles, Johannesburg and Bali. The Qantas Group is currently at around 80 per cent of its pre-COVID international capacity levels, which has… Read the full press release
Port takes new steps to cut emissions at Oakland International Airport Oakland, Calif., 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of the Port of Oakland’s road to zero emissions, the Port is developing an aggressive program to reduce carbon emissions at Oakland International Airport (OAK). OAK is owned and operated by the Port of… Read the full press release
HONG KONG, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) released the air traffic figures for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for July 2023. As passenger traffic continued to rise, during the month HKIA handled over 3.8 million passengers, a 14.9% increase compared to June 2023. The daily average in July exceeded… Read the full press release
Second annual event extends August 19 – September 4 with prizes valued up to $500 SAN JOSE, CALIF., 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — SJC Airport is inviting the public to share its love for Aviation during National Aviation Week. Along with the history and magic of the aviation industry, the Airport is also celebrating… Read the full press release
Connectivity is reinforced with three strategic U.S. airline partners, American Airlines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Effective 30 October 2023, Qatar Airways will increase frequency to New York (JFK) from two to three daily flights. Offering new connections between New York and more than 80 destinations in the… Read the full press release
The thrilling conclusion of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ highlights the growing and collective legacy of Qatar Airways and FIFA Sydney, Australia, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, celebrated the conclusion of a remarkable FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand… Read the full press release
DUBLIN RECRUITMENT EVENT ON 30TH AUGUST DUBLIN, Ireland, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, has announced a major recruitment drive for 150 Dublin, Cork and Shannon based cabin crew as customers continue to flock to Ryanair’s low fares and great service. To help find the perfect candidates for these exciting cabin… Read the full press release
CALLS ON SPANISH REGULATOR & SPANISH GOVT. TO HONOUR FIVE YEAR CHARGE FREEZE DUBLIN, Ireland, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe, and Spain’s No.1 airline, confirms it has lodged a formal appeal against Aena’s attempts to circumvent the Spanish Government’s (DGAC) 2021 ruling to impose a 5-year charge freeze across Spanish airports –… Read the full press release
Helsinki, Finland, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair’s CEO, Topi Manner, has given notice of his resignation from the company to join Elisa Corporation as their new CEO, starting at the latest on 1 March 2024. Until then, Manner continues as normal in his CEO role at Finnair. “Topi Manner has done a stellar… Read the full press release
New exhibition celebrates the distinctly Haitian art form of cut-metal sculpture and honors some of Haiti’s most important sculptors, including Georges Liautaud and Gabriel Bien-Aimé, whose work reflects the enduring spirit of Haiti. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Haiti has long celebrated a rich artistic and cultural heritage. Georges Liautaud (1899–1991)… Read the full press release
AER LINGUS EXPANDS LONGHAUL NETWORK WITH NEW ROUTES TO DENVER, COLORADO AND MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL Airline will now operate 18 routes between Ireland and North America Dublin, Ireland, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus is to further expand its North American network as the airline announces a new direct service to Denver, Colorado… Read the full press release
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines Group, the fastest-growing global airline brand and the continent’s largest airline, and Addis-Africa International Convention and Exhibition Centre (AAICEC), signed equity investment agreement to establish an international convention center in Addis Ababa that will host multiple business events. The center being built and named AAICEC, will be one… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Last month, Bristol Airport installed six new water stations making it easier for customers to reuse their water bottles instead of buying a new plastic bottle every time, increasing the total to thirteen water refill stations in the terminal. The water refill stations will help reduce the… Read the full press release
DALLAS, TX, 2023-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The western slope of the island of Maui, Hawaii, particularly evident in the historic town of Lahaina, continues to recover from the destruction and displacement of devastating wildfires. In the days following the destruction, Southwest launched a robust plan to support our Employees, Customers, and organized relief… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have expanded their interline agreement, enabling Emirates’ passengers to access domestic points in Philippine Airlines’ network via Cebu and Clark, adding to the previously announced interline connections via Manila. Covering all three gateways in the Philippines served by Emirates – Manila, Cebu and… Read the full press release
Codeshare partnership between Emirates and Air Canada extends to flights between 11 domestic Canadian points and Montréal Expansion of partnership complements network of 19 points via Toronto Seamless connectivity, travel itineraries that include both carriers on a single ticket and baggage transfers are among the host of customer benefits Dubai, UAE, 2023-Aug-18 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has been ranked the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for Q1 2023 according to data released by the Civil Aviation Authority. The data analyses arriving and departing scheduled and chartered flights, with figures for the beginning of 2023 revealing that Belfast City Airport experienced… Read the full press release
Fans around the world have the opportunity to enjoy a seamless trip to Qatar, experiencing the thrill of MotoGP™ racing with travel packages, or race tickets only from Discover Qatar Privilege Club members can earn Avios and Qpoints by booking MotoGP™ travel packages DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the Title Sponsor of… Read the full press release
Helsinki, Finland, 2023-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair will renew its Finnair Plus loyalty program by introducing Avios as its new loyalty currency in early 2024. Partnering with IAG Loyalty to adopt Avios will bring new opportunities for existing and new Finnair Plus members to collect and use the program’s new loyalty currency. The… Read the full press release