Hilton Signs Agreement to Open Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, Curio Collection by Hilton in Spain’s Historic City

McLEAN, Va and CÁCERES, Spain, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has today (February 15, 2023) announced the signing of Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, Curio Collection by Hilton, following a franchise agreement with Scipion Real Estate and management company Panoram Hotel Management. Located in Cáceres’ old town and occupying one of the city’s… Read the full news article

WTTC and Oxford Economics Report Positive Recovery Signs for Travel and Tourism Sector in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Travel & Tourism jobs surpassing 2019 levels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Overseas visitors spending more in Dubai than in 2019  London, UK, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (14/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in Dubai and Abu Dhabi… Read the full news article

WTTC and Oxford Economics Report Positive Recovery Signs for South African Travel and Tourism Sector

Johannesburg tourism jobs to surpass 2019 levels Cities Economic Impact Report analysed 82 cities around the world   London, UK, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (15/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major… Read the full news article

ATTA’s New Research Report Highlights Challenges and Opportunities for Adventure Travel Suppliers

Monroe, WA, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) has released a new research report describing the supplier ecosystem, along with the challenges and opportunities that these important businesses face within the adventure travel industry. This research was done in partnership with Flywire, ATTA’s preferred global payments partner. ATTA recognizes that… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels International partners with Wells Fargo and Mastercard to launch new cobranded credit card program this spring

Offering enhanced rewards and benefits for members, the new Choice Privileges Mastercard will launch this spring. Existing cardmembers will be converted to the new program in May ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)—one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors—has finalized a multi-year agreement with Wells Fargo and Mastercard to launch… Read the full news article

SEE Turtles Takes Over Management of TAP Campaign to Reduce Plastic Use in Tourism Industry

Monroe, WA, 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — To help address plastic pollution in the travel industry, SEE Turtles recently took over management of the TAP campaign in collaboration with Crooked Trails. SEE Turtles has been an active member and supporter of TAP since Crooked Trails began the project in 2012 to help end the… Read the full news article

IKHLAS Com Travel & Umrah partners with Dar Al Eiman to enhance comfort and peace of mind for Umrah travellers

MAKKAH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Sdn Bhd (IKHLAS), Capital A’s Muslim-friendly travel and lifestyle platform offering affordable Umrah packages and direct AirAsia X flights to Jeddah, has entered into a strategic partnership with Dar Al Eiman Investment Co (Dar Al Eiman) to strengthen its positioning in… Read the full news article

Indy Airport Celebrates Black History Month with ‘Funky Naptown’ Exhibition and Art & Soul Festival Tribute

Music, soul, history and art take center stage at IND in February INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) will pay tribute to local arts and culture during Black History Month, kicking off a soulful prelude to Spring with music, art and history. As part of the month-long celebration,… Read the full news article

PATA and Visa team up to support small and medium-sized tourism businesses and informal workers for a more resilient future

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is delighted to announce the start of a new collaboration with Visa to extend the Tourism Destination Resilience (TDR) Programme and continue to help build a more resilient and sustainable tourism industry. The COVID-19 pandemic has painfully proven the importance for… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines and Lynn University Launch Groundbreaking Pilot Pathway Program for Aspiring Aviators

Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway Launches in Boca Raton, Florida  MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Aspiring pilots can now join the fast track to a rewarding career at one of the nation’s fastest-growing airlines while they finish college. Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) and Lynn University today announced the launch of the Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program at Lynn’s… Read the full news article

Wizz Air Launches New Route to Tel Aviv, Fares Starting at €54.99

Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, and the Barcelona Air Route Development Committee (BARDC) meet today (JAN 9, 2023) at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona – El Prat Airport to welcome a new route to Tel Aviv Ben Gourion International Airport. Tickets are available now… Read the full news article

easyJet Launches In-Flight Fundraiser for UNICEF’s Earthquake appeal in Turkey and Syria

The emergency onboard collection will raise vital funds for children and their families affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria Donations will go directly towards easyJet and UNICEF’s emergency appeal supporting children and their families in the region who need it the most UNICEF is particularly concerned for the safety and wellbeing of children… Read the full news article

London Luton Airport and easyJet Take Accessibility to New Heights with Familiarization Day for Passengers with Disabilities

Luton, UK, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — London Luton Airport (LLA) and easyJet have hosted an accessibility familiarisation day, providing passengers with both hidden and visual disabilities with an opportunity to experience all aspects of the airport’s end-to-end passenger journey. Underlining London Luton Airport’s commitment to providing a simple, friendly and safe service to… Read the full news article

Hyatt Announces Entry into Tokyo with the Opening of Hyatt House Shibuya in Mid-2024

Located in the bustling Tokyo area famous for its Scramble Crossing, Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya will offer guests the comforts of home Chicago, IL, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (February 9, 2023) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Tokyu Land Corporation for Hyatt… Read the full news article

Fraport AG and TAV Airports Holding Donate €1 Million to Aid Earthquake Victims in Turkey

Operating company of Antalya Airport donates amount in the millions / appeal made to entire workforce for donations / Fraport to double employee donations   Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport AG has joined forces with TAV Airports Holding to donate €1  million to the victims of the earthquake in Turkey. The… Read the full news article

G20 Tourism Working Group Meets Under Indian Presidency to Advance 2030 Agenda and Empower Rural Communities

Madrid, Spain, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The first meeting of the G20 Tourism Working Group to be held under the Indian Presidency placed the focus on the sector’s role in in advancing the 2030 Agenda. UNWTO is working as the knowledge partner to the Presidency to deliver the Goa Roadmap for Tourism as… Read the full news article

Hyatt Expands Presence in Saudi Arabia with Three New Hotels in Madinah

Three Hyatt-branded hotels will debut in Madinah under Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency and Hyatt Place brands CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (February 6, 2023) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into management agreements with Rua Al Madinah Holding Company to manage three new Hyatt-branded hotels, including… Read the full news article

IATA and Somalia Government Deepen Cooperation to Boost Aviation’s Economic and Social Benefits

Nairobi, Kenya, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Government of the Federal Republic of Somalia agreed to deepen and formalize cooperation with the aim of strengthening the economic and social benefits of aviation in Somalia. Under an agreement signed by Kamil Alawadhi, IATA’s Regional Vice President, Africa… Read the full news article

Emirates Soars to New Heights with First 100% SAF Powered Flight on Boeing 777-300ER

Conducted in partnership with GE Aerospace, Boeing, Honeywell, Neste and Virent First demonstration flight in Middle East and North Africa to be powered by 100% SAF in one of two engines DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has operated its first milestone demonstration flight on a Boeing 777-300ER, powering one of its… Read the full news article

Fly Emirates to Dubai and Enjoy a Complimentary Night Stay at Fairmont The Palm Resort!

Travellers planning their next escape to Dubai and beyond who purchase an Emirates return ticket in First or Business Class can enjoy a complimentary night’s stay at one of Dubai’s most iconic hotels Dubai, UAE, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced an exciting new offer for travellers planning their next winter sun escape… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels and Radisson Hotels Americas Unite to Offer Seamless Rewards to Members with New Point Exchange Program

New feature makes it easier for loyalty members to book their dream vacation at more than 7,500 properties ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is making travel even more rewarding for its Choice Privileges and Radisson Rewards Americas members. Beginning today (Jan. 31, 2023), travelers can now exchange points between the two… Read the full news article

Maldives Showcases Best of Tourism at FESPO 2023 in Switzerland: MMPRC Joins Forces with 12 Industry Partners

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) is thrilled to announce our participation in FESPO 2023, Switzerland’s premier travel and tourism event. Taking place from 2-5 February, over 600 exhibitors are expected to join this event held in Zürich, Switzerland. MMPRC is showcasing the best… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Group & VARO Partner for a Greener Future with Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply Deal

Energy company VARO could supply large quantities of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to the Lufthansa Group from as early as 2026 Cooperation to include innovative processes for the production of biogenic hydrogen Sustainable Aviation Fuels are essential for ecological transformation Cologne, Germany, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa Group and the energy company… Read the full news article

Qantas Frequent Flyer and PETstock Partner to Reward Pet Owners with Points for Purchases and Services

Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Caring for pets is set to become even more rewarding as Qantas Frequent Flyer and PETstock launch a new partnership. From today (1ST FEBRUARY 2023), PETstock customers can now choose to earn Qantas Points when shopping online or from hundreds of PETstock stores around Australia, expanding on… Read the full news article

Kansas City’s Largest Infrastructure Project Completed on Time and on Budget: New Terminal to Open on February 28th

February 28, 2023 Slated as the Big Day Kansas City, MO, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Quinton Lucas, the Kansas City Aviation Department, and its development partners today (1/30/2023) announced the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport will open on February 28, 2023—delivering Kansas City’s largest ever infrastructure project on time and… Read the full news article

SJC and Turo Partner to Offer Convenient and Diverse Vehicle Exchanges for Travelers

New amenity allows locals to offer cars by the day, week, or month at SJC San José Calif., 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (January 30, 2023), San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) and Turo, the world’s largest peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace, announce the availability of vehicle exchanges from approved areas at the Airport. The partnership means… Read the full news article

British Airways Partnering with Travel Places to Offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Business Travel

London, UK, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Group business travel specialists, Travel Places, is launching a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) fund, providing a unique opportunity for its clients to address the carbon footprint from their business travel. Travel Places works with sporting governing bodies, world-class athletes, international musicians, and production companies from the… Read the full news article

Emirates and Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy Join Forces to Launch Manager Training Program

The partnership falls under Emirates Group’s innovative Commercial Ambassador Leadership Programme Dubai, UAE, 2023-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group and the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) are set to collaborate in the launch of a training programme for the airline’s Emirati Country Managers. The innovative programme is designed to enhance the diplomatic… Read the full news article

Emirates Takes Flight with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Milestone Demonstration

Conducted in partnership with GE Aerospace, Boeing, Honeywell, Neste and Virent First demonstration flight in Middle East and North Africa to be powered by 100% SAF in one of two engines DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has operated its first milestone demonstration flight on a Boeing 777-300ER, powering one of its… Read the full news article

MegZany Brings Inspiring Fine Art to Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village

Luxury Five-Diamond Hotel launches collaboration with internationally recognized artist Los Angeles, Westlake Village, U.S.A., 2023-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Los Angeles-based MegZany checks in to the award-winning Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village bringing fine art meant to positively incite and inspire art admirers and enthusiasts. The Art Gallery The vibrant collection displayed in the Hotel’s Art Gallery… Read the full news article