More than 100,000 people fly to the US every month from Manchester, with around 20,000 American-born people living in the North West New York, Houston, Orlando and Atlanta all served by direct flights from UK’s global gateway in the North, with Las Vegas flights set to start next summer The US is Greater Manchester’s largest… Read the full news article
SJC shares insights and tips for Independence Day holiday travel San José, Calif., 2023-Jul-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Officials at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) announce that its Fourth of July holiday travel period commences and extends through July 6th. Peak travel for the seven-day holiday travel period is expected today, Friday, June… Read the full news article
Sydney, Australia, 2023-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will launch flights between Melbourne and Exmouth for the first time, with the new direct seasonal route cutting travel time by three hours for Victorians who previously connected through Perth. From now until October the national carrier will operate two return services each week between Melbourne… Read the full news article
The national carrier of the State of Qatar announced additional network expansion within the GCC Region The World’s Best Airline continues to develop its sponsorship portfolio by offering Ultimate Fan Experience packages Doha, Qatar, 2023-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar held a strong presence on… Read the full news article
Around 40% of Emirates’ pilots have been with the airline for 10+ years The next online info session for recruitment will be held on 10 May DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Airline pilots connect people with places and help create treasured memories – whether it’s an unforgettable holiday, a rock concert, a… Read the full news article
Featuring world’s first robot check-in assistant Passengers can avail of complimentary access and discounts to lifestyle facilities in state-of-the-art ICD Brookfield Place Dubai, UAE, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In the heart of Dubai’s bustling financial district, Emirates is set to launch a new City Check‑in and Travel Store, enabling customers to conveniently book travel, check-in… Read the full news article
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Advancing its sustainability efforts, Emirates and dnata have joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), a voluntary global initiative that promotes responsible business practices and the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and… Read the full news article
Airline spreads its wings to second Canadian gateway to meet demand for international travel between Canada and the rest of the world From 5 July, daily flights to Montréal on widebody Boeing 777-300ER to complement daily A380 services to Toronto Airline’s network expands to 18 points across the Americas, including Canada, US, Mexico, Brazil and… Read the full news article
Tours of Oakland Seaport back after three-year hiatus Oakland, Calif., 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland free harbor tours are back. Tours are scheduled to begin in May and run once a month, through October. The first harbor tour takes off the evening of Friday, May 19, from Jack London’s ferry dock at 10 Clay Street. Each tour… Read the full news article
Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia and the energy company Helen will launch a new charging station for electric cars in front of Helsinki Airport. This is the first high-power charging station at Helsinki Airport. “The demand for electric cars has increased significantly, and it is great that, in cooperation with Helen,… Read the full news article
The airline supports UNICEF immunisation programs thanks to the funds raised from its customers, which exceed €1.3 million Madrid, Spain, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Coinciding with World Immunisation Week, Iberia and UNICEF Spain celebrate the strategic alliance that has brought them together for ten years to support regular vaccination programmes for vulnerable children. A decade… Read the full news article
First equity investment in biofuel company will allow Wizz Air to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to its UK operations from 2028 The £5m investment will support the development and certification of SAF produced from sewage sludge Partnership with Firefly has the potential to save 1.5m tonnes of CO2-eq* Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR… Read the full news article
Aberdeen, UK, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — This year’s unique midnight Runway Run at Aberdeen International Airport is aiming to be the biggest yet. With a course like no other, 400 runners will be given the opportunity to take on the extended 4km course raising money for charities. Once again, CHC Helicopters and Aberdeen… Read the full news article
Leipzig, Germany, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Central German airports continued to register increasing demand during the first three months of this year, particularly for tourist flights. Far more passengers were recorded at Dres-den and Leipzig/Halle Airports than in the previous year. The demand for flights to Spain, Egypt and Turkey was particularly… Read the full news article
Guernsey, Jersey, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — European tour operators have once again selected Blue Islands to fly their clients from Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland for seven-night holidays in Jersey and Guernsey this summer. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said, “We are proud to have been once again chosen as the trusted airline… Read the full news article
SEPANG, MALAYSIA, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia is continuing to encourage the usage of its contactless features, including self-check-in and e-boarding passes via airasia Superapp, as well as baggage drop-off at self-bag-drop machines. The airline is also promoting the use of its facial recognition system FACES for pre-security clearance and self-boarding for selected… Read the full news article
Istanbul, Turkey, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Founded in 1933 with a modest fleet of 5 aircraft, Türkiye’s national airline, Turkish Airlines, has secured its place on global stage with its accelerating growth year after year. In particular, over the last 20 years, it has achieved an extraordinary growth performance in capacity, passenger numbers,… Read the full news article
London, UK, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways’ Gatwick-based short-haul subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, has expanded the options available for customers to purchase in Euro Traveller (economy) and launched new seasonal menus in Club Europe (business class). The airline, working with its retail partner Tourvest, has expanded its onboard offering by introducing new options… Read the full news article
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa’s new service to Frankfurt has taken off from Belfast City Airport, marking the first time the German flag carrier has operated in Northern Ireland. The service, which is the only direct air link between Northern Ireland and Germany, will operate up to four times a… Read the full news article
The airline will fly thousands of visitors to Liverpool for the event which takes place on 9th, 11th and 13th May easyJet flies to over 150 airports across Europe and offers more seats between the UK and Eurovision countries than any other airline London, UK, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has been announced as… Read the full news article
Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Kam Jandu will take over as the CEO of Budapest Airport Zrt. on 1 May from the current CEO, Chris Dinsdale, who is leaving for Canada. Kam Jandu joined the company in 2009, and over the past 14 years, with a one-year hiatus, has continuously supported the… Read the full news article
Ordinance provides for amended agreements with small businesses proving services to passengers at O’Hare, Midway Chicago, IL, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) introduced an ordinance that would permit the CDA to continue to provide relief to concessions operators at O’Hare and Midway International… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways unveils its stunning new Al Mourjan Business Lounge – The Garden at Hamad International Airport, offering exclusive oasis for premium passengers Doha, Qatar, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The World’s Best Airline has opened the new Al Mourjan Business Lounge at Hamad International Airport (HIA) named ‘The Garden’. The lounge overlooks ‘The… Read the full news article
Halifax, N.S., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — It was a strong year for rebuilding air cargo activity at Halifax Stanfield. In 2022, cargo volume and value surpassed 2018 levels, making it the second-best year on record for cargo activity at the airport. “While our passenger activity has been slower to recover, cargo is showing… Read the full news article
Sepang, Malaysia, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia Malaysia’s (AK) China expansion continues, with the resumption of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shantou starting 16 June and a new direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Beijing (Daxing) on 1 July this year. AirAsia will reconnect Kuala Lumpur to Shantou starting with two weekly… Read the full news article
Southwest Airlines restarts nonstop service to key Midwest destination INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines will resume its nonstop flight out of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Kansas City. The flight was previously suspended due to the pandemic in 2020. The twice daily nonstop flights will depart Indy today at… Read the full news article
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 news article
Daily, nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale, Newark and Philadelphia launch today, with the airport’s only nonstop flights to Las Vegas starting September 2023 MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is adding bright yellow to Charleston’s iconic Rainbow Row with the launch of its new, nonstop service from Charleston International Airport (CHS). These… Read the full news article
Spirit Expands Status Match to Offer Eligible Guests Free Spirit Status for One Year MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is offering frequent travelers a fast-track to the best benefits of the Free Spirit program, including free carry-on and checked bags, seat selection, onboard snacks and drinks and other valuable perks…. Read the full news article
Effective 1 April 2023, Karen Cox was appointed CEO for the UK & Ireland region. Andres Diez takes on the role of Chief Commercial Officer for the Americas Zurich, Switzerland, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport, the world’s leading aviation services company, makes two key changes to its executive team. Karen Cox, formerly Global… Read the full news article