Mitie has renewed its baggage screening contract with Bristol Airport for three years, with the option to extend for a further two years, following a competitive retender process The new contract, worth £1 million a year, builds on Mitie’s experience delivering services for the airport for over 20 years London, UK, 2022-May-10 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release
Voted World’s Best Airline for the Sixth Time in 2021 – the fourth occasion since 2015 Award winning airline currently flies to 145 destinations worldwide with almost 1,500 flights per week – more than any other airline in the region All flights connect through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, currently named the 2021 “Best… Read the full press release
Project honored by American Institute of Architects, San Francisco SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced that Harvey Milk Terminal 1 has been honored by the American Institute of Architects, San Francisco (AIASF). In their annual Design Awards, Harvey Milk Terminal 1 was named the People’s… Read the full press release
San Diego, CA, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Aspire Airport Lounges, a division of Swissport International AG, is adding three more lounges in the United States. A newly refurbished lounge in San Diego, California, already opened its doors. Two more lounges will follow in Ontario, California, in mid-May. With these additional facilities, Swissport will… Read the full press release
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The much anticipated Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport, celebrating all that is good about East Belfast, returned after a year’s absence with winners being recognised in 16 sought after categories. The sense of celebration was almost palpable as sponsors joined with… Read the full press release
SINGAPORE, 2022-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — In a resounding vote of confidence for Changi air hub’s recovery, more than 120 representatives from 71 airlines spanning 36 countries converged in Singapore for the annual Changi Airlines Awards (樟宜航空大奖) after a two-year hiatus. The high-signature event, which celebrates the year’s achievements and recognises airline partners’ contributions… Read the full press release
Approval of Project Sunrise, with order for 12 x Airbus A350s capable of flying direct from Australia to any other city including New York and London, starting from Sydney in late 2025. Domestic fleet renewal from late 2023, with order for 40 x A321XLRs and A220 aircraft; 94 purchase order rights spread over at least… Read the full press release
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — On Monday, KLM’s shareholders voted at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) to approve the appointment of Marjan Rintel as KLM’s President & CEO, effective 1 July 2022. The consultation process has also been concluded with the KLM Works Council. Now that the shareholders have voted to approve… Read the full press release
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM’s shareholders voted at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) to approve the reappointment of Erik Swelheim as Managing Director & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of KLM. The shareholders further approved the reappointment of Fleur Pellerin and Cees ‘t Hart as members of KLM’s Supervisory Board. Swelheim has… Read the full press release
Doncaster, England, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI’s inaugural flight to Cancun, Mexico took off from Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) on Monday 2nd May. The new route represents a major commitment to Doncaster Sheffield Airport by TUI, the UK’s largest holiday operator. It’s TUI’s second long-haul destination flying from DSA in addition to the weekly… Read the full press release
Exclusive deals at hundreds of locations in Dubai and the UAE when customers show their Emirates boarding pass Complimentary Dubai Marina Cruise included Dubai, UAE, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Your Emirates boarding pass is more than a travel document or travel keepsake, it is also the key to the coolest deals in Dubai… Read the full press release
Bali, Indonesia, 2022-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates landed in Bali for the first time since the suspension of flights in 2020 due to the pandemic. Emirates flight EK398 landed in Denpasar International Airport (DPS) at 22:20 hrs on 1 May, and was welcomed by a spectacular water cannon salute to inaugurate the airline’s… Read the full press release
Flights to Izmir will start from 26 June with a three-times weekly service The carrier will further grow its network Turkey to six destinations with seasonal operations to Bodrum and Trabzon commencing from 23 June Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ —flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today (29 April 2022) the launch… Read the full press release
The ultra-not-expensive airline connects Prince Edward Island with new non-stop flights from Hamilton and Toronto. Charlottetown, PEI, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 1, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, launched its inaugural flight to Charlottetown Airport (YYG) from Hamilton International Airport (YHM). Swoop flight WO170 took off from Hamilton this morning at… Read the full press release
Budapest, Hungary, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — On 28 April, Budapest Airport presented its partner awards at a grandiose gala event similar to previous years. At the event organized in Terminal 1, the airport operator honored, among others, its most outstanding commercial, airline, environmental, cargo and media partners, who made a significant contribution to… Read the full press release
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, has today (28 Apr 2022) announced a new route from Belfast City Airport to Liverpool, which will take off for the first time this summer. Flights to Liverpool are scheduled to launch from 1 July 2022, with daily departures on Mondays,… Read the full press release
Passengers will be offered ‘Mamoul’ butter date cookies from Qinwan –Qatar’s premium dates brand Doha, Qatar, 2022-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan and the start of the ‘Eid Al Fitr’ holiday with special celebrations onboard its aircraft and in Al Safwa First and Al… Read the full press release
Airline gearing up to handle more than 700,000 customers bound for holidays abroad Emirates check-in facility in Ajman open up to 24 hours before departure for customers travelling from the Northern Emirates DUBAI, UAE, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — With the Eid travel rush just around the corner, the teams at Emirates are preparing… Read the full press release
Brussels, Belgium, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, and Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, have extended their partnership in Belgium. The multi-year extension of the contract will see dnata continue to deliver a range of cargo handling and road feeder services for… Read the full press release
With rich data at its fingertips, the airport can rethink its operations in the future. Athens, Greece, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA has just completed the implementation of its airport management solution at Athens International Airport, delivering significantly improved airport processes, as well as operational and cost efficiencies. Using SITA’s Airport Management, Athens International… Read the full press release
Kuwait Airways set to launch direct flights to Manchester from 1st May Currently 49,000 passengers from the North of England travel there indirectly Inbound tourism boom predicted as pre-pandemic 23,000 people a year from Kuwait visited the North West, spending more than £22m Route set to be popular for students, with 2,960 currently studying at universities… Read the full press release
Ottawa, ON, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, celebrated its first inaugural flight between Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Ottawa International Airport (YOW). Swoop flight WO 510 took off from Edmonton this morning at 10:50 a.m. MT and arrived at 4:30pm local time in Ottawa. “Today’s (April 25, 2022 )… Read the full press release
easyJet has put 7 new routes from six UK airports on sale today with fares starting from £25.99* The airline is now the largest carrier to the Greek Islands from the UK, launching flights for the first time to Kos, Kefalonia, Corfu and Chania 100k new seats are now on sale from the UK to… Read the full press release
Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The excitement for summer is building as Aer Lingus has just announced big savings on travel to Europe. Jetsetters can enjoy up to 20% off European flights as well as up to 20% off checked baggage right across summer. Jet off on a sunshine escape to the… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport – which has more flights to Portugal than any UK airport – welcomes news that British travellers to Portugal can now use electronic e-gates at the border to help make entry into the country quicker and smoother. Lisbon, Faro, Porto and Funchal (Madeira Island) airport… Read the full press release
Australia & New Zealand, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has announced a new partnership between its airport lounges and Luxury Escapes, further strengthening its offering to travellers and airline partners at Australia’s four largest airports. The partnership means international lounge passes will be offered as part of Luxury Escapes’ deals or as an… Read the full press release
Singapore, 2022-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines and Singapore Airlines strengthen relationship to provide more options and value to customers than ever before Star Alliance members United Airlines and Singapore Airlines (SIA) today (26 April 2022) announced an expansion to their codeshare agreement, making it easier for customers to travel to more cities… Read the full press release
Locally based operation to bring investment in jobs, future opportunities PROVO, Utah, 2022-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today (April 26, 2022) announced plans to establish a four-aircraft base at Provo Airport (PVU). The Las Vegas-based company will invest approximately $95 million to establish the new base of operations, creating… Read the full press release
Airline expands Eid schedule to serve more customers in the region as bookings for holiday period surge Customers will also be able to enjoy specially crafted Eid menu to sweeten their celebrations DUBAI, UAE, 2022-Apr-27 — /Travel PR News/ — With Eid Al Fitr approaching and more travellers planning to take to the skies, Emirates… Read the full press release
Upscale brand brings hallmark design and stylish amenities to guests in second Nashville location ROCKVILLE, Md., 2022-Apr-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the brand’s initial debut in Nashville several years ago, Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), made an encore appearance with the grand opening of its second location: the Cambria Hotel Nashville Airport. The… Read the full press release