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Alaska Airlines plans for renovation and expansion of its lounges at Seattle and Portland airports

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All-new lounges planned for both airports with significant renovations in the near term SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Feb-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has targeted a significant, multi-million dollar renovation and expansion of our most popular Lounges with plans for all-new locations at both at Seattle and Portland airports in the coming years. The revitalization of two current… Read the full press release

Qantas launches services to Broken Hill from Sydney

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Sydney, Australia, 2022-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has today (7TH FEBRUARY 2022) announced it will add Broken Hill to its domestic route network for the first time, with the airline to begin direct flights from Sydney. From 8 April 2022, Qantas will operate two weekly return flights between Sydney and Broken Hill with… Read the full press release

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi adds Amman and Aqaba to its Jordanian destinations

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

The national airline will provide ultra-low fare flights to Amman and Aqaba from the UAE Capital, Abu Dhabi Budapest, Hungary, 2022-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, will add two new Jordanian destinations to its ever-growing list of routes. Flying to the extraordinary cities of Amman… Read the full press release

Official ceremony for the Oman Air relocation to the new Terminal 1 at King Abdulaziz International Airport

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Muscat, Oman, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air has moved to the new Terminal 1 at King Abdulaziz International Airport, signaling the airline’s ongoing commitment to scheduled passenger service linking Muscat and Jeddah. The transition was marked by an official ceremony attended by His Excellency the Consul General of Oman Mr. Mubarak AlHanai… Read the full press release

SAS to start direct weekly flights to Toronto from Copenhagen and Stockholm in June 2022

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS expands its network in North America and will start direct routes to Toronto from Copenhagen and Stockholm in June 2022. SAS will operate three weekly flights from Copenhagen and four weekly flights from Stockholm with brand-new A321LR aircraft. Toronto is the fourth largest city in North… Read the full press release

Executive changes at Allegiant Travel Company

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Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr. to assume Executive Chairman role; John Redmond to add Chief Executive Officer title LAS VEGAS, NV, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) announced today (Feb. 7, 2022) that Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr., Allegiant chairman and chief executive officer, will assume the role of executive chairman of… Read the full press release

Emirates: UAE travelers can get 25% off their bookings during the Valentine’s celebrations

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Travelers can book their next holiday to select destinations and get 25% off when travelling with their loved ones or friends Dubai, UAE, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — For a very Valentine’s celebration, Emirates is inviting travelers to enjoy a romantic break, adventure out to cooler or warmer climates or simply rekindle some quality time… Read the full press release

Satellite session with celebrated author Toshikazu Kawaguchi during the first weekend of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature at its Expo 2020 Dubai pavilion

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DUBAI, UAE, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates helped literature buffs take journeys of a different type, as they pondered the infinite possibilities of changing the past, or the future, through time travel. The airline hosted an intimate satellite session with celebrated author Toshikazu Kawaguchi during the first weekend of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature… Read the full press release

Air Canada unveils its first-ever movie-themed livery in celebration of Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red animated film

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Directed by Academy Award™ winner and Canadian Domee Shi Air Canada unveils its first-ever movie-themed livery on an A220 A contest to win trips to Toronto for the Canadian premiere special event Turning Red-themed elements throughout the customer journey, including in-flight entertainment, enRoute magazine, and more MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada has today (Feb…. Read the full press release

Scotland’s airline Loganair announces new route to Oslo and new jobs at Aberdeen International Airport

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Aberdeen, UK, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — On the back of its 60th anniversary celebrations last week, Scotland’s airline Loganair has announced an expansion at Aberdeen International Airport with the introduction of a new route to Oslo and the creation of over 20 new jobs. The year-round link between Aberdeen and the Norwegian capital will… Read the full press release

Blue Islands announces direct flights to Palma, Mallorca this Easter

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Jersey, Guernsey, 2022-Feb-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey residents can once again enjoy the glorious Mediterranean sunshine with Blue Islands, who are operating direct flights to Palma, Mallorca this Easter. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said, “Our direct European services have been extremely popular over the past couple of years – we’re looking forward… Read the full press release

easyJet launches Low Fare Finder tool to help customers easily find flights at the lowest price

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The airline has also launched a summer sun promotion for flights and holidays to Spain, Greece and Turkey with up to 20% off 100,000 seats and £200 off holidays on offer London, UK, 2022-Feb-08 — /Travel PR News/ — As the British public get back to flying restriction free in the coming weeks and months,… Read the full press release

Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines announce merger agreement

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Highly Complementary Networks to Serve Over 145 Destinations Across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean Consumers Win With $1 Billion in Annual Savings and Even More Ultra-Low Fares to More Places Combined Airline to Drive Competition and Expand Service to Underserved Small and Mid-Sized Cities Across the United States Combined Fleet Will Be… Read the full press release

SITA announces its commitment to Science Based Targets

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (3 Feb, 2022), SITA, the global aviation IT company, has announced its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) Net-Zero Standard and Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign to tackle its climate impact at the pace and scale required by climate science. The firm will set… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways marks 10 successful years of operating direct flights between Doha and Tbilisi and Baku

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The World’s Best Airline operates daily flights to Tbilisi and five weekly flights to Baku, offering seamless connectivity via the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport to destinations in Asia, Africa, and The Americas DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to celebrate 10 successful years of operating direct flights… Read the full press release

Arsenal Football Club visits at Emirates’ Expo 2020 Dubai pavilion

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DUBAI, UAE, 2022-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the Premier Partner and Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, welcomed the Arsenal men’s squad at its pavilion. Over 20 members of one of the world’s most followed clubs, enjoyed a glimpse to the future of commercial aviation through the immersive experiences at the Emirates Expo 2020… Read the full press release

Norwegian announces direct flight between Manchester and Trondheim in Norway

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LONDON, UK, 2022-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian is pleased to announce that from 15thAugust the carrier will add a twice weekly direct flight between Manchester and Trondheim in Norway from only £66.90 one way. There has never been a better time to visit the vibrant food scenes of Trondheim and the Trøndelag region… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus launches 72-hour flash sale just in time for Valentine’s Day

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Aer Lingus announces a Flash Sale just in time to book a romantic getaway to great European destinations  Flights from €29.99 each way Destinations include Budapest, Prague, and Venice Valid for travel from February 10th – March 26th  Book by midnight Thursday, February 3rd  Change any flight for free up to 7 days before you… Read the full press release

IATA and Carleton University team up to launch the Professional Certificate in Air Transport Principles and Policy

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Montreal, Canada, 2022-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is partnering with Carleton University’s School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA) in Ottawa, Canada, to launch the Professional Certificate in Air Transport Principles and Policy. The online, instructor-led program is aimed at both public policy makers and aviation professionals and will be delivered… Read the full press release

British Airways adds Nuremberg to its Heathrow short-haul network

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London, UK, 2022-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has today (2 February 2022) announced that it will be introducing a new destination to its Heathrow short-haul network, Nuremberg, located in Bavaria, Germany. Flights to this European city will initially operate four times a week from March 27. The schedule will then increase to… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines remains in FORTUNE’s 2022 list of World’s Most Admired® Companies

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Carrier celebrates being a mainstay on the list since 2009 DALLAS, TX, 2022-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Feb 2, 2022) was named to FORTUNE’s 2022 list of World’s Most Admired® Companies. The carrier is ranked at No. 28 and is also ranked No. 5 on the industry list. Southwest®… Read the full press release

Swissport announces the opening of its second lounge at Geneva International Airport

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Zurich, Switzerland, 2022-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport is opening its second lounge at Geneva International Airport on 1 February 2022. Located in the new East Wing of the airport, the new ASPIRE Crystal Lounge will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is accessible to all passengers for an admission… Read the full press release

Swoop starts services between Abbotsford International Airport and Los Cabos International Airport

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Abbotsford, BC, 2022-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (January 31, 2021), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low cost airline, celebrated its first flight between Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). The ultra-low-cost airline’s inaugural service took off from Abbotsford at 9:00 a.m. PST and is scheduled to arrive at 2:55pm local time…. Read the full press release

British Airways expands codeshare agreement with Loganair

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British Airways and Loganair have today announced a major expansion of their codeshare agreement, offering more choice and connectivity for customers travelling across the UK London, UK, 2022-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The expansion to 18 new routes will now give British Airways’ customers access to 38 of Loganair’s UK routes, meaning that customers… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announces codeshare expansion with Finnair

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SEATTLE, WA, 2022-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines has announced today (Feb. 1, 2022) a significant codeshare expansion with our European oneworld partner Finnair, the latest in a series of partnership expansions for Alaska since joining the global alliance in March 2021. Beginning now, Finnair passengers can book connecting flights through Seattle – our hometown… Read the full press release

Ryanair’s special seat sale for Valentine’s: Roses are red, adventure is great, you should try flying solo – you don’t need a date!

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2022-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — With the most romantic day of the year looming, Ryanair is spreading the love with the launch of its special seat sale for proud singletons looking for a ride this Valentine’s. With fares from just €16.99, solo travellers can treat themselves to a break in one of… Read the full press release

Three special Air Canada charter flights to transport Team Canada to the Beijing 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

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MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada’s flight AC2201 today (Jan. 26, 2022) from Vancouver to Beijing marks the first of three special charter flights transporting Team Canada to the Beijing 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The airline also named its Team Air Canada athlete ambassadors and outlined its comprehensive program in support of Team Canada’s… Read the full press release

Finnair announces the proposals made by its Shareholders’ Nomination Board for its AGM on 24 March 2022

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Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Number of members of the Board of Directors  The Shareholders’ Nomination Board proposes to the AGM 2022 to be held on 24 March 2022 that the number of members of the Board of Directors would be confirmed as eight. Composition of the Board of Directors  The current members of Finnair’s Board of Directors are Tiina Alahuhta-Kasko,… Read the full press release

easyJet announces plans to here 1000 new pilots with an ad campaign focused on challenging gendered stereotypes

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New ad campaign is designed to attract more diverse candidates and challenge stereotypes about becoming an airline pilot easyJet is re-launching its ‘Generation easyJet Pilot Training’ programme for the first time in two years since the start the Covid-19 pandemic A parent, former gymnast and DJ, who are also real life easyJet pilots, are the… Read the full press release

Bombardier strengthens its Sales Team

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Montréal, Canada, 2022-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ —Bombardier today (January 24, 2022) announced strategic changes to its international sales leadership team. The changes, which take effect immediately, are designed to further optimize Bombardier’s worldwide sales experience and capitalize on robust demand for its market-leading, smooth-flying business jets. Following his decision to leave the company to… Read the full press release