O’Hare is serving its largest number of Italian destinations ever in 2024 amid an increase in international air service this summer (IN SHORT) The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) collaborated with ITA Airways and the Consul General of Italy in Chicago to celebrate the inauguration of ITA Airways’ new nonstop flight service from O’Hare International… Read the full press release
Additional Headliners Include Shemekia Copeland, Mr. Sipp, Southern Avenue, and Centennial Tributes to Jimmy Rogers, Dinah Washington, and Otis Spann Citywide Recognition to Celebrate Living Legend Buddy Guy’s Chicago Roots and Legacy Ahead of Retirement (IN SHORT) The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced the lineup… Read the full press release
45-foot Colorado Blue Spruce donated by De La Cruz Family (IN SHORT) The 110th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree, a 45-foot Colorado Blue Spruce donated by the De La Cruz family of Darien, IL, will be illuminated during the Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 17, 2023. The ceremony will include performances, emceed by Irika… Read the full press release
Thrice-Weekly Flight Between Two Global Cities Launches Oct. 3 CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Direct air service between Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) will resume next week, marking a pivotal step in the ongoing revitalization of the transpacific air service market at the world’s second busiest… Read the full press release
Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ”Value Creation – Unlock the Potential” will be the theme of the joint World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event will take place 25-26 October 2023 in Chicago, USA, with United Airlines as the co-host airline…. Read the full press release
Reimagine the season with new and familiar holiday moments in the heart of the Magnificent Mile Chicago, U.S.A., 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — This winter, guests are invited to celebrate festive traditions and savour special moments with Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The Hotel will transform overnight into a festive retreat brimming with vibrant holiday cheer… Read the full press release
British Airways and British Airways Holidays are offering savings on flights and holidays through to 2024 The sale includes return flights to New York from £333, Orlando from £373 and Chicago from £419, with upgrades to World Traveller Plus (premium economy) across the network from £249 return With deposits from just £60pp, customers can book… Read the full press release
Job Posting Issued This Week Seeks Multilingual Applicants for New Union Position Chicago, IL, 2023-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is seeking to hire 15 customer service professionals as Airport Information Ambassadors as part of an ongoing effort to improve the passenger experience at the world’s second busiest airport,… Read the full press release
Emirates customers to have access to more than 150 U.S. cities through Chicago, Houston and San Francisco while enjoying codeshare benefits for flights on United; expanded domestic U.S. network coverage to complement Emirates’ network of 12 points across the U.S, which the airline operates to from its Dubai-based hub Enhanced customer offering implemented with the issuance… Read the full press release
The latest global offer awards thousands of Bonus Points for members to explore and redeem for free nights, memorable experiences, exciting adventures and more. CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — World of Hyatt invites all members to celebrate travel and explore new destinations with the return of Bonus Journeys, making it easy to… Read the full press release
Expansion Offers Low-Cost Summer Travel Options to Popular Destinations LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-Feb-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today (Feb. 20, 2023) announces eight new nonstop routes to some of the nation’s premier vacation destinations. To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $39.* The routes, launching… Read the full press release
New nonstop routes to Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit and Hartford launch by June 2023 with introductory fares starting as low as $59* one way MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers will get More Go than ever before to explore the Island of Enchantment this spring as Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) announces the launch of five new, nonstop routes… Read the full press release
45th annual Run for the Zoo on June 4, registration now open CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ever wanted to take a walk on the wild side? Here is your chance at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual Run for the Zoo on June 4! The event is a Chicago favorite, a family-friendly tradition that raises funds… Read the full press release
New Plaza Features Chicago’s First Taco John’s Franchise, 7-Eleven, Fueling Station Offering Sustainable Fuels With 16 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Chicago, IL, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) was joined today (01/13/2023) by representatives from Petroleum Marketing Group (PMG) and other dignitaries to celebrate the completion of the Chicago… Read the full press release
Carrier offers fares as low as $49 one-way for travel through May 17, 2023 DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (Jan 10, 2023) launches its seasonal fare sale through Jan. 12, 2023, offering fares as low as $49 one-way for travel taking place Jan. 31, 2023, through May… Read the full press release
Faro will have one more daily flight, increasing from three to four frequencies Ten new flights a week to five North American cities Brazil with six more flights a week Tel Aviv will have one daily flight, two more per week than in summer 2022 Company resumes summer seasonal offer to Porto Santo, Tangiers and… Read the full press release
Chicagoans are invited to submit their nominations for Poet Laureate now through January 18 CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, in partnership with the Chicago Public Library (CPL), the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), and the Poetry Foundation, are proud to announce the creation of the… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2023-Jan-03 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has announced a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence, Italy, for Summer 2023. Starting on 16 April 2023, the new flight will operate daily from London Heathrow’s Terminal 5 at 07:50 on an A320Neo aircraft. Known for its Renaissance art scene, architectural masterpieces… Read the full press release
Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2022-Dec-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting May 5, 2023, Gerald R. Ford International Airport will increase its connectivity to the Northeast with additional service to New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on American Airlines. “We are thrilled to have American Airlines expand their network with the addition of an eighth destination,” said… Read the full press release
Premier Gold Coast hotel introduces new dining concepts, and unveils updates to guest rooms, suites, lobby and spa CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Waldorf Astoria Chicago is pleased to celebrate the completion of its renovation across the grand chateau-style Gold Coast hotel. The refurbishment includes fully updated guest rooms and suites, the lobby, and… Read the full press release
NAPERVILLE, IL, 2022-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Genuine Hospitality, a St. Louis, Missouri-based hotel operator, announces the opening of Tru by Hilton Naperville Chicago, the first Tru by Hilton in Illinois. The 121-room hotel located near downtown Naperville, Illinois is within easy reach of the city’s attractions. Tru by Hilton Naperville Chicago will be the… Read the full press release
The celebration was held in a hangar at O’Hare with ONCC members, Chicago Department of Aviation staff and elected officials Chicago, IL, 2022-Nov-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission (ONCC) and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) hosted a celebration today (10/26/2022) marking the 25th anniversary of the commission, an international… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, China, 2022-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific today (September 16, 2022) released its traffic figures for August 2022. The airline’s traffic figures continued to reflect the positive impact of further adjustments to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government’s travel restrictions and quarantine requirements, notably the mandatory hotel quarantine arrangement for… Read the full press release
Erlanger, Ky., 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — American Airlines is announcing new nonstop service between Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). The new flight to Raleigh will operate daily beginning January 10, 2023 (CVG’s 76th anniversary). American will fly the Embraer 175 aircraft with 12 First Class and 64 Economy… Read the full press release
About 150 Pilots and 300 Flight Attendants to be based in Houston MIRAMAR, FL, 2022-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Three months after announcing the addition of an aircraft maintenance facility and 50 new jobs in Houston, Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) today (July 19, 2022) announced it’s going even bigger with the addition of a new Pilot and… Read the full press release
€50 off return economy class flights and €100 off return business flights to North America when booked between 01 – 07 July Aer Lingus operates 14 direct transatlantic routes from Ireland & is the only airline to fly direct to West Coast USA Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Jetting off across the… Read the full press release
Edmonton, Alberta, 2022-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Flair Airlines, Canada’s everyday low fare airline, begins service to the Windy City today (05/17/2022), with the inaugural flight to Chicago O’Hare International Airport from Toronto Pearson International Airport. The non-stop flight will connect Toronto and Chicago three times weekly. “We’re excited to bring another incredible destination… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways passengers can now enjoy local and sustainably sourced meals inspired by the airline’s North American gateway cities New York, N.Y., 2022-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has created freshly curated menus for its North American flights, taking inspiration from the 13 gateway cities it serves in the U.S. and Canada and… Read the full press release
Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Icelandair reopened the direct route from Helsinki Airport to Reykjavik on April 2, 2022. Passengers departing from Helsinki Airport will once again be able to travel with direct flights to Iceland, opening up a new, diverse range of routes to North America with a single connection via… Read the full press release
Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Flights are resuming at both Helsinki Airport and regional airports after the pandemic. In the summer, there will be direct flights from Finavia airports to more than 130 destinations. “There will be new destinations for the summer, as well as flights to familiar cities and beaches in… Read the full press release