British Airways Celebrates the Resumption of Flights to Bangkok

(IN SHORT) British Airways has announced its return to Bangkok, resuming flights to Thailand for the first time in over four years. The inaugural flight departed London Gatwick on October 28, 2024, landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport the following day, where passengers were welcomed with traditional dancers and local gifts. Initially, the route will operate three… Read the full press release

Anantara Launches Layan Life: A Revolutionary Wellness Retreat in Phuket Emphasizing Vitality for All Ages

(IN SHORT) Anantara Layan Phuket Resort has launched Layan Life, a groundbreaking wellness retreat designed to promote vitality throughout all life stages. Running from three to ten days, Layan Life integrates modern technology with ancient Thai healing practices, offering bespoke wellness programs that focus on nutrition, fitness, and overall well-being. Set in a beautiful 1,767-square-meter… 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

Marriott International to bring iconic luxury brand, The Ritz-Carlton, to Phuket in 2025 with new property at stunning Andaman Sea location

The Ritz-Carlton, Phuket is slated to debut on Thailand’s island paradise in 2025 PHUKET, THAILAND, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc., announced plans to introduce The Ritz-Carlton, its iconic luxury brand, to Phuket, Thailand following the signing of an agreement with Asset World Corporation (AWC). The agreement stipulates plans for the strategic… Read the full press release

Radisson RED to Debut in Thailand with Vibrant New Property in Phuket

Phuket, Thailand, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — 390-key Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach will introduce a new era of bold, social and hyper-connected hospitality to this popular destination, as part of a nationwide expansion strategy. Radisson Hotel Group will introduce an exciting new era of social and stylish hospitality to Thailand following the signing of… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways and Air Serbia Code-Share Agreement Offers Passengers Seamless Travel to Over 40 Destinations

Celebrating the cooperation between the “World’s Best Airline” and the flag carrier of Serbia Doha, Qatar, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce it has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with Air Serbia, the flag carrier of Serbia, allowing passengers seamless travel to over 40 destinations when travelling on each… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays offer up to 45% off on airfares and hotel packages for travel through August 2023

Unlock new experiences with fares from RM88, plus 888 Enrich Points for every booking and significant savings on holiday packages KLIA, 2023-Jan-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays are offering up to 45% off on airfares to all domestic and selected international destinations within its network and hotel packages from 4 until… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays Offer Up to 45% Off on Airfares and Hotel Packages for Immediate Travel

Unlock new experiences with fares from RM88, plus 888 Enrich Points for every booking and significant savings on holiday packages KLIA, 2023-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays are offering up to 45% off on airfares to all domestic and selected international destinations within its network and hotel packages from 4 until… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces Dinso Resort Phuket, Vignette Collection opening in mid-2023

Luxury & Lifestyle brand accelerates growth with Dinso Resort Co., Ltd collaboration Bangkok, Thailand, 2022-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce that its Luxury & Lifestyle collection brand, Vignette Collection, will come to the famed beach destination of Patong in partnership with… Read the full press release

Emirates and Air Canada launch codeshare cooperation

Emirates and Air Canada customers will have access to 46 points across North America, Asia, the Middle East and Africa Frequent flyer members of Skywards and Aeroplan will soon be able to earn and redeem points or miles when flying with both airlines Enhanced customer offering implemented with the issuance of a single ticket and baggage transfers through to… Read the full press release

Oman Air to launch four flights a week services between Muscat and Phuket

Muscat, Oman, 2022-Oct-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, will offer four flights a week between Muscat and Phuket, one of Thailand’s most popular resort islands, starting from 15th November 2022. The flights will operate on (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday). The Tuesday flight from Muscat will depart… Read the full press release

Gatwick reopens its South Terminal with around 570 flights a day

London, UK, 2022-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick reopens its South Terminal today (27/03/2022) and has gone from an airport with about 300 flights a day (26 March) to one operating around 570 flights (27 March) – making it the equivalent of opening a medium-sized airport overnight. Gatwick and its partners – including airlines,… Read the full press release

Finnair suspends flights in Russian airspace for one week

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair joins many other European airlines and suspends its flights in Russian airspace for one week. With this action, Finnair prepares for the possible upcoming regulatory changes. Finnair cancels its passenger and/or cargo flights to Seoul, Osaka, Tokyo, Shanghai and Guangzhou in Asia and to Moscow and… Read the full press release

Qantas welcomes back first international tourists in almost two years

Sydney, Australia, 2022-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas flights from eight overseas destinations are touching down in Australia today (21ST FEBRUARY 2022), bringing the first international tourists in almost two years and an eagerly anticipated boost for the country’s tourism industry. The Qantas Group will fly more than 14,000 passengers into Australia this week… Read the full press release

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas enhance wellness offering with three visiting Holistic Wellness practitioners

Phuket, Thailand, 2022-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Wellness enthusiasts have long sought out tropical destinations as an ideal setting for restorative journeys of body and mind. Known for its palm fringed coastlines and turquoise waters, Phuket, Thailand is cementing itself as the wellness destination of choice for in the know travellers. Guests of Anantara… Read the full press release

Emirates: UAE travelers can get 25% off their bookings during the Valentine’s celebrations

Travelers can book their next holiday to select destinations and get 25% off when travelling with their loved ones or friends Dubai, UAE, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — For a very Valentine’s celebration, Emirates is inviting travelers to enjoy a romantic break, adventure out to cooler or warmer climates or simply rekindle some quality time… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts expands with a new stand-alone residential opening in Kamala on the island of Phuket, Thailand

The Exclusive Development on the West Coast of Phuket Island will Mark Rosewood’s First Standalone Residence in Asia Pacific. Phuket, Thailand, 2022-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce Rosewood Residences Kamala, the first branded residential project in Kamala on the island of Phuket, Thailand. Located next to one of… Read the full press release

Newly Opened Outrigger Resort in Phuket Announces ‘Sandbox’ Promotion

Outrigger Surin Beach Resort

  PHUKET, Thailand, 2022-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News — The Outrigger Surin Beach Resort in Phuket opened at the end of December and is offering a special value added ‘sandbox’ offer, following changes which came into effect 11 January. Destination Phuket is one of four – Phuket, Samui, Krabi and Phangnga – locations in Thailand where vaccinated… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways increases flights to popular destinations this winter holiday season

The World’s Best Airline offers passengers greater choice and seamless connectivity when planning their winter getaway, including new routes to Odesa, Ukraine, and Tashkent, Uzbekistan Passengers can connect to over 140 destinations with ease via the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport Doha, Qatar, 2021-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is set to… Read the full press release

Bangkok Airways resumes services to Phuket – U-Tapao and Samui – U-Tapao routes

Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited will resume two more of its domestic services which are Phuket – U-Tapao (starting from 2 December 2021 onwards) and Samui – U-Tapao (starting from 15 December 2021 onwards). The resumed service between Phuket and U-Tapao will be operated by an ATR72-600… Read the full press release

Outrigger Hotels and Resorts’ Cyber Sale Offers Up to 50% Off

Outrigger Hotels and Resorts

BANGKOK, 2021-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a lineup of holiday discounts and deals for travellers seeking a relaxing retreat in Thailand, Mauritius, Fiji or Hawaii. With savings up to 50% off standard rates, the annual Outrigger Cyber Sale offers exclusive deals that can be booked up to 5… Read the full press release

Courtyard by Marriott announces the opening of the 248-room Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town

PHUKET, THAILAND, 2021-Nov-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, today (NOVEMBER 9, 2021) announced the opening of its newest hotel on the tropical island of Phuket, Thailand. Located in the heart of Phuket’s old town, the 248-room Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town is… Read the full press release

The New Outrigger Surin Beach Resort Unveils Chic, Surf-Inspired Design 

Outrigger Surin Beach Resort

Opening 15 December – the boutique Phuket property to greet guests with innovative dining and plush, modernised accommodations PHUKET, THAILAND, 2021-Nov-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Premier beach-resort brand, Outrigger Hotels and Resorts today revealed the bold design and contemporary dining outlets for its newly branded Outrigger Surin Beach Resort. The boutique property facing the… Read the full press release

Bangkok Airways resumes direct service between Phuket and Hat Yai

Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from 31 October 2021 onwards, Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited will resume its direct service between Phuket and Hat Yai, offering 1 flight daily. In addition to that, the airline will re-open its passenger lounges at Suvarnabhumi airport, Chiang Mai airport, Phuket airport and Samui airport… Read the full press release

Outrigger Announces Management Team for Thailand

Outrigger Announces Management Team for Thailand

Experienced hoteliers will open three beach resorts in southern Thailand this high season PHUKET, 2021-Sep-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced its senior management team that will open three resorts in southern Thailand this high season. Tony Pedroni, has been appointed Area General Manager, Thailand. He will be supported by Sergey… Read the full press release

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas announces Tree House, a new Omakase restaurant

Phuket, Thailand, 2021-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas is excited to announce a new addition to its world-class F&B offerings: a stylishly minimalist Omakase restaurant called Tree House. Perched in the resort’s heritage Banyan Tree, Tree House is set to become Phuket’s most exclusive Omakase restaurant. Honoring the true meaning… Read the full press release

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort invites surf enthusiasts to enjoy monsoon season with its Luxury Surfing Escape Package

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2021-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Layan Phuket Resort invites surf enthusiasts to enjoy the swells of monsoon season on Thailand’s spectacular Andaman coastline. From April to October every year, the west coast of Phuket experiences Southeast Asia’s best breaks, with the northwest monsoon bringing excellent surfing conditions to this part of… Read the full press release

Outrigger Hospitality Group Acquires Three Thailand Resorts

Outrigger Hotels and Resorts growing in Thailand

Trio of beach resorts in Koh Samui, Phuket and Khao Lak to re-open under the Outrigger brand and management by the end of the year   PHUKET, THAILAND, 2021-Jul-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Hospitality Group announced today that it has completed its purchase of the Manathai Hotels and Resorts brand – inclusive of three… Read the full press release

Anantara shares top ten things to experience on a visit to Phuket

Bangkok, Thailand, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — For decades Phuket has been one of the most popular island destinations in Thailand, attracting millions of visitors each year. With the disappearance of international tourists for the last 18 months the island’s stunning beaches have once again become pristine, the azure waters teeming with an abundance… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to expand its U.S. services to more than 100 weekly flights across its 12 gateways

Qatar Airways’ 12 U.S. gateways and global network of over 140 destinations further cement its position as the leading international carrier providing global connectivity to and from the U.S. via the Best Airport in the Middle East, Hamad International Airport Qatar Airways partners with U.S. carriers on more routes across the United States than any… Read the full press release