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IHG Empowers Greater China Owners with New Cost Structures for High Efficiency and Profitability

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a strategic overhaul for its four upper-midscale brands in Greater China—Atwell Suites, EVEN Hotels, Holiday Inn, and Holiday Inn Express—to improve investment structures and operational efficiency. The new strategy aims to offer hotel owners high efficiency and profitable returns by introducing a four-dimensional support system that covers… Read the full press release

Temporary A350 Deployment Bridges Delivery Gap as Lufthansa Sets Stage for Historic Fleet Renewal

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(IN SHORT) Lufthansa Airlines is temporarily deploying six Airbus A350-900 aircraft from Frankfurt to service routes to Seoul, Shanghai, Denver, and Seattle as a stopgap measure to counter delayed aircraft deliveries. Four of the jets began operating from Frankfurt with the summer flight schedule, with additional aircraft planned for May and July. Jens Ritter, CEO… Read the full press release

Hong Kong Pioneers Effortless Transitions Between Commercial and Private Flights

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(IN SHORT) Hong Kong is setting a new standard in aviation with JetLink, a collaborative service between the Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre (HKBAC) and Cathay Pacific that facilitates effortless transitions between commercial and private flights. Targeting First and Business class passengers, JetLink offers a guided “wing-to-wing” transfer that bypasses traditional customs and immigration hurdles,… Read the full press release

UN Tourism’s China Visit Reinforces Global Partnerships for Sustainable Tourism Growth

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(IN SHORT) UN Tourism’s leadership recently wrapped up a significant visit to China, during which Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili engaged with top government and industry figures to reinforce strategic partnerships and promote sustainable tourism initiatives. The visit highlighted China’s role in digital transformation and sustainable development within the tourism sector, while also supporting China’s Global Development… Read the full press release

Cathay Group Expands Summer Schedule: Nearly 300 Return Flights Boost Connectivity to 20 Mainland Destinations

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(IN SHORT) This summer, the Cathay Group will significantly expand its service between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, offering nearly 300 return flights per week to 20 popular destinations—a nearly 40% increase from last year. This enhanced schedule is designed to meet rising travel demand and offers extensive coverage in strategic regions like Beijing… Read the full press release

JAL Expands Cargo Network with New Routes and Increased Frequencies for Summer FY2025

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With the introduction of a third Boeing 767 freighter, JAL plans to expand its operations as follows to further meet customer demand: New Route to Hanoi: Commencing March 30, JAL will launch a new cargo service to Hanoi, a city experiencing significant growth in high-tech industries. This marks the first regular Southeast Asian route since… Read the full press release

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund Celebrates Shanghai’s Rich History with New Cocktail Menu at the Iconic Long Bar

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(IN SHORT) Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund has unveiled a new cocktail menu at its Long Bar, inspired by the city’s rich history and the iconic Bund area. The menu includes reimagined versions of historic drinks such as the Shanghai Buck, Astoria Cocktail, and Second Tango, each reflecting different periods of Shanghai’s evolution. The… Read the full press release

Regent Hotels Launch Artistic Culinary Experiences in Shanghai and Phu Quoc, Fusing Fine Dining with Cultural Storytelling

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‘The Magic of Beauty of Contrast’ at Regent Shanghai on The Bund & ‘The Way of The Sea’ at Regent Phu Quoc (IN SHORT) Regent Hotels & Resorts has launched two unique culinary events under its Regent Taste Studio series at Regent Shanghai on The Bund and Regent Phu Quoc. These experiences, titled The Magic… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines to Resume Direct Flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai, Launching June 2025

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Delta will relaunch nonstop service between Los Angeles (LAX) and Shanghai (PVG) in June 2025*, using its state-of-the-art Airbus A350 equipped with the latest onboard amenities. (IN SHORT) Delta Air Lines has announced the relaunch of its nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), set to commence in… Read the full press release

JAL Group Unveils FY2024 Summer Schedule Enhancements: Nagoya-Shanghai Route Resumes, Increased Flights to Taipei

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(IN SHORT) The JAL Group has revealed updates to its International Flight Plans for the FY2024 Summer Schedule, including the resumption of the Nagoya (Chubu)-Shanghai (Pudong) route after a hiatus of approximately four years, with five flights per week starting from March 31, 2024. Additionally, in response to growing demand from visitors to Japan, flights… Read the full press release

British Airways Celebrates Lunar New Year with Festive Flights and Ground Surprises

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Customers in all cabins can enjoy festive menus on flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Singapore this Lunar New Year Colleagues will gift traditional treats in symbolic red envelopes to customers travelling through London Heathrow Terminal 5, with some lucky customers enjoying a surprise upgrade (IN SHORT) British Airways is welcoming the Year of… Read the full press release

Munich Airport Sees Surge in Air Travel Demand, Expanding Routes to Asia in 2024

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport is experiencing a significant rise in air travel demand, evident from the increased number of aircraft movements in its 2024 summer flight schedule. Starting on March 31, nine airlines are planning to operate 107 weekly flights to 14 destinations across East and South Asia, reflecting the growing interest in these regions…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons and Fungseng Prosperity Announce Plans for Luxury Hotel in Shanghai

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Combining Shanghai’s historic charm and urban flair, the new Four Seasons Hotel will offer a distinct luxury hospitality experience with modern design, dynamic culinary concepts and resort-style amenities throughout (IN SHORT) Four Seasons, in partnership with Fungseng Prosperity Holdings Limited, has revealed its plans to establish a new luxury hotel in Shanghai, marking a significant… Read the full press release

AirAsia Launches 10 Million FREE* Seats Mega Sale for Travel to Asia, Asia Pacific, and Beyond!

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Flights to domestic and international destinations as low as RM23* and RM60, respectively Fly to our long-haul destinations from just RM329* Newly launched routes to China starting from RM299* For booking from now till 19 March 2023 with travel period between 4 September 2023 and 13 Aug 2024 Sepang, Malaysia, 2023-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

AirAsia relaunches seven China destinations for 2023, with plans to increase frequency and strengthen connectivity

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Sepang, Malaysia, 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — As AirAsia returns to service stronger than ever post-pandemic, the airline is set to fly even higher with the relaunch of seven international destinations in China. AirAsia Malaysia (AK) is set to restart four China destinations from two hubs – Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu to Macao,… Read the full press release

KLM to Boost Greater China Flights with Increase in Frequency, Subject to Approval

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — From the start of the Summer schedule 2023 on 26 March, KLM is planning to increase the frequency of flights to Greater China in response to the lifting of travel restrictions by the Chinese government. The planned increase is subject to government approval. KLM will operate a… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines Increases Flight Frequencies to Chinese Cities, Returning to Pre-COVID Levels in March 2023

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the leading airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that the frequency of its flights to Chinese cities will increase as of February 06, 2023 ultimately returning to the pre-COVID19 levels on March 01, 2023 following the lifting of restrictions by the Government of… Read the full press release

Andaz Brand Makes Debut in Thailand with Opening of Luxurious Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach Resort

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The lush and tropical beachfront retreat offers well-traveled explorers and families a welcoming, invigorating destination to reconnect with nature and discover authentic Thai culture Chicago, IL, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (January 16, 2023) the opening of Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, marking the debut of the Andaz brand… Read the full press release

Emirates Expands Operations in China Ahead of Lunar New Year, Boosting Connectivity to Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing

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Shanghai will initially be served with two weekly flights starting from 20 January 2023 Beijing will be served with a daily non-stop flight starting from 15 March 2023 Emirates’ four weekly flights to Guangzhou will increase to a daily service from 1 February 2023 Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will ramp… Read the full press release

SAS to start two weekly departures from Copenhagen to Shanghai

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS is now adding a second departure to Shanghai making it two weekly departures from Copenhagen. Starting December 16th, SAS offers more frequent departures between Copenhagen Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport. After operating the second weekly flight for the first time on the 16th of December, SAS will… Read the full press release

Moxy® Hotels launches augmented reality experience in Asia Pacific

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Moxy Channels its “Play On” Spirit, Breaking the Boundaries of Multiple Dimensions from the Hotel into the Virtual World BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy® Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announced today (JULY 12, 2022) the launch of the “Moxy Universe, Play Beyond” augmented reality experience in… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific operated very first commercial flight at the Hong Kong International Airport’s new Third Runway

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The landing of freighter flight CX 3251 from Shanghai Pudong was part of the operation familiarisation on the runway Hong Kong, China, 2022-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific today (July 8 2022) operated the very first commercial flight to land at the new Third Runway of the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). The… Read the full press release

Finavia airports offers more than 130 destinations in Europe, America and Asia this summer

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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

Hyatt Hotels and ANTA Group unveil plans for the first-of-its-kind FILA-branded hotel in Shanghai

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A unique expression of life and vitality, FILA HOUSE Shanghai to join the JdV by Hyatt portfolio CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and ANTA Sports Products Co., Ltd. (ANTA Group) announced plans for the first-of-its-kind FILA-branded hotel in Shanghai – FILA HOUSE Shanghai. The hotel will make its mark… Read the full press release

Finnair suspends flights in Russian airspace for one week

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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

Radisson Hotel Tianjin Aqua City officially opened its doors to guests

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Shanghai, China, 2021-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Tianjin Aqua City has opened its doors, introducing another exciting Radisson branded upscale hotel to one of China’s most important ports. Situated in the heart of Tianjin and directly connected to the Aqua City lifestyle mall, Radisson Hotel Tianjin Aqua City is surrounded by popular… Read the full press release

IATA announces China Eastern Airlines as host of the 78th IATA AGM and World Air Transport Summit in Shanghai

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Boston, Massachusetts, 2021-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that China Eastern Airlines will host the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, on 19-21 June 2022. This will be the third time China will host the global gathering of aviation’s… Read the full press release

SAS to serve more than 160 direct routes to 90 destinations this fall

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2021-Aug-24 — /Travel PR News/ — As demand for both leisure and business travel increases, SAS continues to expand the number of flights. SAS will be flying more than 160 direct routes to 90 destinations during this fall. SAS increases the flights between the Scandinavian capitals and important destinations in its network to… Read the full press release

Moxy Hotels debuts in mainland China with the opening of Moxy Shanghai Hongqiao CBD

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The Disruptive Hotel Brand Expands to Mainland China with Additional Openings Slated for Shanghai, Nanjing, Shenzhen and Xi’an in the Next Year SHANGHAI, CHINA, 2021-Jun-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Shanghai Hongqiao CBD (Central Business District) has officially opened its doors today, debuting the Moxy Hotels brand in mainland China. Designed for the young and the… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces the opening of Hyatt Regency Shanghai Songjiang

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Hyatt Regency Shanghai Songjiang welcomes guests to unwind and connect amidst nature and culture in historic Songjiang district CHICAGO, IL, 2021-Jun-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (May 29, 2021) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Shanghai Songjiang. Facing Wulong Lake in the heart of the Ecology Business District and surrounded… Read the full press release