(IN SHORT) Swissport International is expanding its air cargo operations in Australia and New Zealand with new facilities opening in Melbourne, Sydney, and Auckland. These expanded locations aim to address increasing demand for air cargo services, offering state-of-the-art temperature-controlled storage and advanced technologies. The Melbourne and Sydney centers are designed to manage diverse cargo needs,… Read the full press release
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Air India and Kenya Airways Strengthen Global Connectivity with New Codeshare Partnership
Air India-Kenya Airways codeshare partnership complements existing interline partnership ‘AI’ code on Kenya Airways’ Nairobi-Mumbai service, ‘KQ’ code on Air India’s Delhi-Nairobi service One-stop connectivity to passengers from Kenya to Southeast Asia and Australia via Mumbai, and vice versa (IN SHORT) Air India and Kenya Airways have launched a new codeshare partnership, enhancing connectivity between… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Resumes Flights to Malta in July 2025, Expanding European Network
(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways will resume four weekly flights to Malta starting on 2 July 2025, expanding its European network to nearly 50 destinations. This marks the airline’s return to Malta, offering travelers from regions like Australia, China, and Japan easy access to the Mediterranean destination. With connections through Hamad International Airport, passengers can explore… Read the full press release
Air India to Operate Daily Flights Between Delhi and Prayagraj During Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Delhi-Prayagraj flights from 25 January to 28 February 2025 Convenient connections to Prayagraj via Delhi from other parts of India and rest of the world (IN SHORT) Air India will operate daily flights between Delhi and Prayagraj from 25 January to 28 February 2025, in response to increased travel demand for the Maha Kumbh Mela…. Read the full press release
2024 Tourism Trends: The Rise of Sports, Gig-Tripping, Slow Travel, and Alternative Destinations
(IN SHORT) In 2024, the global tourism industry made a strong comeback, with 285 million tourists traveling in the first quarter. Accor’s European Travel Trends report highlights a growing demand for wellness, sports, culture, and sustainable travel. To meet these demands, ALL.com, Accor’s booking platform, is offering tailored travel experiences. Sports tourism, particularly linked to… Read the full press release
Qantas Unveils ‘Australia in the Sky’ Campaign to Boost US-Australia Travel with Iconic Aussie Flair
(IN SHORT) Qantas has launched a new brand campaign, “Australia in the Sky,” in the North American market, the first in a decade, as demand for travel between the US and Australia grows. Directed by Australian filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, the campaign showcases Australian talent and highlights iconic locations such as Bondi Beach and Sydney Harbour…. Read the full press release
Hyatt to Launch Andaz Gold Coast: First Luxury Resort of Its Kind in Australia Set for 2025
Andaz Gold Coast is set to debut in 2025 as part of The Star Gold Coast, a world-class integrated resort (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to open the Andaz Gold Coast in mid-2025, marking the brand’s debut in Australia. This new luxury resort will be part of The Star Gold Coast, a… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Announced as Official Partner for 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia
The Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia kicks-off 28 June, 2025 (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways has been announced as the Official Title Partner and Official Airline Partner for the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia. The tour will feature rugby matches between the British & Irish Lions and the Australian… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean Unveils Exciting 2025-2026 Line-Up for Australia
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is Set for its Down Under Debut, joining Voyager of the Seas in November 2025 (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International announces its exhilarating 2025-2026 summer season lineup for Australia, featuring the highly anticipated Down Under debut of Anthem of the Seas in Sydney and the return of Voyager of… Read the full press release
Qantas Launches $2 Million Grants Program for Australian Regional Community Groups
(IN SHORT) Australia’s national carrier, Qantas, has announced the commencement of its Qantas Regional Grants program, inviting regional community groups across the country to apply for a share of its multi-million dollar grants program. With $2 million allocated for this year and a total of $10 million set aside over five years, the program aims… Read the full press release
AirAsia Malaysia Expands Wings to Perth with Inaugural Flight
(IN SHORT) AirAsia Malaysia marks a significant milestone in its expansion strategy with the launch of its maiden flight to Perth, Australia. The inaugural flight, operated by an Airbus A321neo aircraft, departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Perth International Airport with a robust load factor of 95%. With this new route, AirAsia enhances its… Read the full press release
Qantas Submits Recommendations for Australia’s 30-Year Aviation Strategy, Focuses on Sustainability and Customer Experience
Calls to follow other countries in setting mandates for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Support for reform to the slot system at Sydney Airport Push for more effective regulation of airports Outlines recent improvements Qantas has made to customer experience, complaint handling (IN SHORT) The Qantas Group has submitted its response to the Federal Government’s Aviation Green… Read the full press release
Swissport Expands Operations in Australia with New Air Cargo Handling Services at Sydney Airport
(IN SHORT) Swissport International AG, a global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, has launched air cargo handling operations at Sydney Airport, Australia. This expansion into the cargo segment is part of Swissport’s growth strategy in the Asia Pacific region and complements its successful ground services business. Swissport has been actively pursuing… Read the full press release
Philippine Airlines and Singapore Airlines Announce Codeshare Agreement for Enhanced Travel Options
(IN SHORT) Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a codeshare partnership agreement to offer expanded flight options for travelers between the Philippines and Singapore, as well as connections to other domestic and international destinations through their hubs. The codeshare will commence on flights between Singapore and Manila, with SIA codesharing on PAL… Read the full press release
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas Returns to Sydney Harbor for Sixth Season Down Under
The Ship’s Sixth Season in Sydney Will Welcome More Than 90,000 Travellers on 3- to 11-Night Getaways (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas has returned to Sydney Harbor for its sixth season in Australia, offering a range of 3- to 11-night itineraries to New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific. With a lineup… Read the full press release
Newcastle Airport Partners with SITA to Lead Digital Transformation in Australian Regional Airports
Newcastle Airport deploys SITA’s cloud-based Flex solution to reduce IT costs, boost efficiency, and improve the passenger experience Newcastle, Australia, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA is helping Australia’s Newcastle Airport (NTL) to reduce IT costs and rapidly scale up its passenger processing capability, positioning NTL as a leading airport hub in Australia. Using… Read the full press release
dnata Celebrates Strong Partnerships with Local Suppliers for 175,000 Daily Meals in Australia
dnata’s catering teams throughout Australia produce over 175,000 meals per day dnata works closely with 120 local suppliers across Australia Local producers provide 2,700 tonnes of fruit and vegetables, 329 tonnes of red meat and over one million litres of milk annually Melbourne, Australia, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air… Read the full press release
Hyatt to Open First Hyatt House Hotel in Melbourne, Australia in 2025
Ideally located on the doorstep of the Central Business District, Hyatt House South Melbourne will offer guests everything they need for short or long-term stays CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Holder East Ltd for… Read the full press release
Moxy Hotels Makes Vibrant Debut in Australia with the Opening of Moxy Sydney Airport, Redefining Airport Hospitality for the Young and Young-at-Heart
The disruptive hotel channels the brand’s playful vibe and boundary-breaking experiences through its three stylish drinking and dining venues and industrial-chic design SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2023-Aug-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, today proudly announces the opening of Moxy Sydney Airport, marking the brand’s debut into Australia… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Celebrates Successful FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Partnership
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
IHG to Introduce Crowne Plaza Brand in Geelong, Australia, as Part of Exciting Precinct Development
Geelong, Australia, 2023-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) plans to bring its world-class Crowne Plaza brand to the Victorian regional city of Geelong, in partnership with Plenary Group. The brand new 200-room Crowne Plaza Geelong will open in 2026, part of the Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct development project,… Read the full press release
Emirates Celebrates Easter with Delicious Treats and Family-Friendly Entertainment Onboard
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Honouring Easter festivities this April, Emirates is celebrating with traditional lamb dishes in the lounges, baskets of warm hot cross buns served onboard, sweet surprises for kids, and an array of new family-friendly movies on ice. From 7-10 April, Emirates passengers flying in every travel class to select… Read the full press release
Qantas Expands Partnership with China Airlines: Frequent Flyers Can Now Use Points for Flights to Over 75 Destinations Worldwide
Sydney, Australia, 2023-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Frequent flyers can now use their Qantas Points to travel to more than 75 destinations around the world with China Airlines, as Qantas expands its partnership with the Taipei-based carrier. The expansion means Qantas Frequent Flyers can use points to book Classic Flight Reward seats on all… Read the full press release
Emirates plans to ramp up seat capacity with 31% growth in operations and A380 deployments in Northern Summer 2023 schedule
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Mar-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has boosted operations by 31% (total ASKMs) since the start of its financial year and has further plans to ramp up seat capacity in its latest published northern summer schedule starting 26 March 2023. In the past months, the airline has planned and executed the rapid growth… Read the full press release
dnata expands retail catering presence in Australia with new contract win
Sunshine Coast, Australia, 2023-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has expanded its retail catering footprint in Australia. The company won a multi-year contract with the country’s newest airline, Bonza, to support its operations and services – including the delivery of the airline’s on-demand 100% Australian menu…. Read the full press release
Hilton and Minus18 Partner to Expand Nationwide Access to Inclusive and Empowering School Formals for LGBTQIA+ Youth in Australia, Supporting Equality and Celebrating Authenticity
SYDNEY, Australia, 2023-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton and charity organisation, Minus18, have announced a nationwide partnership that aims to give more LGBTQIA+ young people in Australia the right to free, inclusive and empowering school formals – launched today (February 27, 2023) by queer icon and advocate, actor, model and DJ, Ruby Rose during Sydney’s WorldPride. Hilton’s… Read the full press release
Qantas announces $10m grants program to support regional community projects across Australia
Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas is inviting regional community groups across Australia to apply for a share of $10 million as part of its grants program, which opened today (21ST FEBRUARY 2023). The Qantas Regional Grants program will provide a total of $10 million in grants over five years – $2… Read the full press release
Emirates Skywards reaches 30 million members: Celebrates with 1 million Miles giveaway and exclusive offers for members
The award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai is giving back to its loyal members with incredible giveaways this month including a chance to win bonus Skywards Miles, complimentary flight upgrades and much more. Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Skywards has hit a new record with more than 30 million members… Read the full press release
Emirates boosts service to Sydney and Melbourne, resumes flights to Christchurch via Sydney
Emirates will be back to operating at pre-pandemic levels to Sydney and Melbourne Ramp up will see Emirates’ operations elevate to 63 weekly flights across Australia Airline also confirms restart of Christchurch via Sydney in March DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has taken yet another significant step in the resumption of… Read the full press release
Discover Fresh and Exciting Tourism Products Across England, Wales, and Scotland with VisitBritain’s Educational Visits
London, UK, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitBritain is set to welcome more than 120 international travel trade buyers for a series of educational visits across Britain. The educational trade visits, underway from 28 January, are a mix of three-to-five-day itineraries to destinations across England, Wales and Scotland, showcasing the latest tourism products to… Read the full press release