Lewis Capaldi performs surprise mid-air concert on British Airways flight ahead of new album release

Teasing his forthcoming single “Wish You the Best”, Lewis Capaldi surprised British Airways customers with an exclusive, live performance of the ballad on board a flight from London Heathrow to Los Angeles Lewis Capaldi sang live at 35,000ft on a British Airways Boeing 777-300 aircraft flying over the Atlantic Ocean en route to the City of… Read the full press release

EasyJet introduces Twilight Bag Drop service at Edinburgh Airport for early morning flights

easyJet’s Twilight Bag Drop service is now available for customers flying from  Edinburgh airport The free service provides  customers on early morning flights with the option to drop their bags the day before, for a quicker and easy journey through the airport when they fly Twilight Bag Drop is also available for those flying from… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus launches new flights connecting west Ireland to London Heathrow and Hartford, Connecticut from Dublin

Dublin, Ireland, 2023-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus this weekend began a brand new service connecting the west coast of Ireland to London Heathrow and recommenced direct flights to Hartford, Connecticut from Dublin. New Knock-Heathrow service The inaugural Aer Lingus flight EI916, operated by an Airbus A320, departed from Ireland West Airport at… Read the full press release

British Airways introduces award-winning English Sparkling wines in Club World cabin

British Airways is introducing award-winning English Sparkling wines in its Club World (business class) cabin for the first time The airline is championing British provenance by working with four local wine producers from across England The four English Sparkling wine options have been carefully selected by the airline’s Master of Wine and will be available… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways partners with Royal Challengers Bangalore in a multi-year deal

Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline was unveiled as the Main Principal Partner of the ‘Indian Premier League’ team in a multi-year deal during a special ceremony at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Fans can now secure Ultimate RCB Fan Packages – inclusive of Qatar Airways return flights, premium hotel options, IPL tickets and exciting experiences… Read the full press release

Lufthansa brings back Airbus A380 for premium flights to the US from Munich

Significant expansion of premium services from Munich Reactivation due to strong demand Tickets bookable from March 23, 2023 Cologne, Germany, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — From June 1, Lufthansa will resume its regular flight operations with the popular Airbus A380 after a three-year interruption. Daily flights from Munich to Boston will be operated by… Read the full press release

easyJet adds 140,000 seats from Belfast airports and announces new year-round routes to London Luton and Manchester

easyJet has added 140,000 additional seats on routes from Belfast International and Belfast City to London Gatwick, London Luton, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Manchester easyJet offers more seats on UK domestic flights than any other airline Brand new routes from Belfast City to London Luton and Manchester are now on sale From June the airline will… Read the full press release

Air Mauritius announces daily flights from London Gatwick to Indian Ocean Island for winter sun seekers

London, UK, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — London Gatwick Airport passengers will benefit from greater choice when looking for winter sun this year, with Air Mauritius announcing daily flights to the Indian Ocean island. The flag-carrier airline will arrive at Gatwick on 29 October, and fly daily to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, using… Read the full press release

IATA and AWS launch datathon to boost gender diversity in aviation industry

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching a virtual datathon to stimulate the development of data-based solutions to further the aviation industry’s gender diversity. The datathon builds on the success of IATA’s 25by2025 initiative. “The launch of the 25by2025 initiative… Read the full press release

easyJet to launch new routes from Belfast City Airport to London Luton and Manchester this summer

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has announced it will commence services from Belfast City Airport to London Luton and Manchester this summer. Flights to both destinations will operate up to four times a week with fares beginning at only £25.99, bringing the total number of routes served by the airline… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines partners with Shell Aviation to expand sustainable aviation fuel market and reach net zero by 2040

New collaboration will advance development in the sustainable aviation fuel market and long-term jet fuel supply SEATTLE, WA, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced an agreement with Shell Aviation to expand the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market beyond a standard fuel supply agreement. The innovative cross-industry collaboration brings together a world-class fuel supply… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Prepares Bespoke Iftar Treats for Passengers During Holy Month of Ramadan

World’s Best Airline will offer curated Suhoor and Iftar dining options on select routes Doha, Qatar, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways welcomes the Holy Month of Ramadan with preparations to offer a bespoke Iftar to passengers on board and at Al Safwa, Al Mourjan and Global Premium Lounges. Special Ramadan offerings will… Read the full press release

Emirates Honored with Presidential Honour for Distinguished Service in Ghana’s Fight Against COVID-19

Accra, Ghana, 2023-Mar-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has been awarded the Presidential Honour for Distinguished Service, at The Ghana National Honours Awards 2023 from President Nana Akufo-Addo for its role in providing medical supplies, humanitarian aid and unstinting support to Ghana during the COVID-19 pandemic. The airline’s cargo arm airlifted and distributed 62 tonnes of Covid-19… Read the full press release

Emirates prepares for Ramadan with iftar meal boxes and traditional refreshments

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — With the Holy Month of Ramadan expected to begin this week, Emirates is preparing thousands of Iftar meal boxes for fasting passengers both onboard and at boarding gates, an array of religious content and Ramadan series on ice, and traditional Ramadan refreshments and meals in the lounges. Iftar Meal… Read the full press release

Korean Air Flies Relief Supplies to Turkey in Response to Earthquake Crisis

Seoul, South Korea, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air operated a special charter flight departing from Seoul Incheon at 00:25 am bound for Istanbul to transport relief supplies for the Türkiye earthquake. The Boeing 777 freighter carried 45 tons of relief goods ranging from tents to sleeping bags and blankets. They will be… Read the full press release

airasia Super App’s Raya-themed sale offers 50% discount on hotels and a chance to win a trip to Bali

A FREE trip to Bali to be won Enjoy up to 50% off storewide Earn 5X airasia points for every transaction with the airasia Super App Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Planning for your next travel getaway? airasia Super App’s biggest monthly sale is back with a Raya theme as we… Read the full press release

Finnair purchases largest ever batch of sustainable aviation fuel to support carbon neutrality goal

Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair is increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuel as part of its goal to reduce carbon emissions from flying. Finnair has purchased 750 tons of sustainable aviation fuel from its partner Neste for use on flights departing from Helsinki Airport. Finnair’s customers are also involved in… Read the full press release

Munich Airport to welcome new airline and routes for summer 2023 schedule, including Lufthansa’s Osaka and Mexico City flights

China opens up for flights from Germany again Lufthansa flying to additional destinations from Munich ANA is back and Fly One comes to Munich for first time MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The summer flight schedule will begin on Sunday, March 26, 2023, and end on Saturday, October 28. Munich Airport is… Read the full press release

Munich Airport named “Best Airport Staff in Europe” and “Best Airport in Central Europe” at World Airport Awards

MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport has received two awards at the prestigious World Airport Awards. At the prize ceremony held during Passenger Terminal EXPO in Amsterdam, Munich Airport was honored with the awards for “Best Airport Staff in Europe” and “Best Airport in Central Europe”. In a global benchmark, Bavaria’s… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines Resumes Flights to Kuala Lumpur, Bringing Convenient Travel Options Between Africa and Asia

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that it will resume its services to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as of 25 March 2023.  The flight will be operated four times a week with the ultramodern B787 Dreamliner as per the below schedule. Flight… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport named “Best Airport in Eastern Europe” for tenth consecutive year at World Airport Awards

Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The awards just keep on coming for Budapest Airport; it has been named “Best Airport in Eastern Europe” at the World Airport Awards in March for the tenth time in a row. This is the second major accolade for Ferenc Liszt International Airport in a month. At… Read the full press release

British Airways raises £27.3m for Flying Start on Red Nose Day, celebrates with an oarsome race

British Airways is celebrating raising more than £27 million for its global charity partnership with Comic Relief by challenging the GB Rowing Team to race a British Airways aircraft Alison Hammond, Rylan and Sir Steve Redgrave put their support behind the event at London City Airport Funds raised for Comic Relief through the Flying Start… Read the full press release

British Airways and VisitBritain team up for new campaign: ‘Ask Britain Anything

London, UK, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The US has always been curious about British culture, but how well do Americans truly know the British? British Airways and VisitBritain have joined forces in a new campaign that gives an insider’s view on modern Britain, with all its vibrancy and warmth, to inspire US visitors… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways brings Qatari flavours to its flights with new menu by Chef Aisha Al Tamimi

The new onboard dishes are available on routes across North America, Asia, Australia, Europe and GCC countries Doha, Qatar, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In partnership with the Ministry of Culture in the State of Qatar, Qatar Airways brings national flavours to passengers onboard its flights and at its award-winning lounges. Chef Aisha Al Tamimi, a… Read the full press release

Discover Qatar announces second edition of ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tours from May 18 to August

‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ Tour now available for online bookings via Discover Qatar and Qatar Airways Holidays, with first tour of the season casting off on 18 May Doha, Qatar, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Discover Qatar, the destination management company of Qatar Airways, has announced that the second edition of its ‘Whale Sharks… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism host Destination Wedding Planners Congress 2023 in Doha

The biggest names in the wedding planning industry were in Doha for three days of networking and masterclasses Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker delivered a keynote speech at the congress to highlight Qatar’s offerings as a versatile and captivating wedding destination DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Mar-17… 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

Hamad International Airport Ranked Second Best in the World at Skytrax World Airport Awards 2023

Doha, Qatar, 2023-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamad International Airport (DOH) has been ranked as the second-best airport in the world, along with winning titles for ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ and ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for the ninth time in a row, at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2023, hosted at the Passenger… Read the full press release

ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation: Record-breaking growth in airports worldwide reducing carbon emissions by 8.1%

More than half a million tonnes of CO2 reduced by the global community of airports certified by Airport Carbon Accreditation between May ’21 and May ’22 30% growth in participation with 395 accredited airports worldwide in 79 countries 89 airports achieved advanced levels of carbon management Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Mar-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports… Read the full press release

TAP offers special promotion: buy one adult ticket, get one child ticket free on select flights

Lisbon, Portugal, 2023-Mar-15 — /Travel PR News/ — TAP is offering a promotion that runs until 27 March in which, if you buy an adult ticket, you can buy a ticket for the same journey for a baby and/or child up to 11 years old. This offer is valid for return journeys on direct flights… Read the full press release