Signings include highly anticipated new hotels in the United States (NYC, Nashville, and San Diego), Mexico, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Singapore and Bali (IN SHORT) Design Hotels has announced the signing of 29 new agreements in the past year, marking a 10% growth in its global portfolio. The new properties span key locations including the United… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines (SIA) are expanding their partnership by increasing flight frequencies between Jakarta and Singapore in late 2024. SIA will add two daily flights, bringing its total to eight, while Garuda will increase to six daily services. Both airlines will also extend their codeshare agreement to cover these additional flights,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) KrisFlyer, the rewards programme of Singapore Airlines, is the title sponsor and official Lifestyle Rewards Partner for Stefanie Sun’s 25th anniversary concert in Singapore, set for April 2025. KrisFlyer members will receive early access to tickets starting October 28, 2024, and can redeem tickets using miles. Exclusive benefits include autographed concert posters, limited… Read the full press release
Changes to key routes to the US, Asia and the Pacific Qantas to launch new route to Palau More seats for customers as A380s return in 2025; new A220s join fleet First international route confirmed for A220 (IN SHORT) Qantas is expanding its international network by adding 220,000 seats and introducing new routes, including a… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has renewed its strategic partnership with APSN, a social service agency for individuals with mild intellectual disabilities, through a new three-year agreement. This partnership will continue to provide employment opportunities, on-the-job training, and internships for APSN students across IHG hotels in Singapore. The initiative supports IHG’s long-term commitment to… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates celebrates one year since launching its Premium Economy product on the Singapore-Dubai route, having served 26,000 passengers on nearly 730 A380 flights. Popular among families and solo travelers, the Premium Economy cabin offers enhanced comfort with spacious seating, amenities like in-seat charging, and exclusive beverage options. Emirates plans to continue expanding this… Read the full press release
Linked service between Singapore and Phnom Penh expands Singapore operations to four daily flights (IN SHORT) Emirates has resumed daily flights to Phnom Penh via Singapore, marking the expansion of its Far East network to 21 points and increasing Singapore operations to four daily flights. The inaugural flight, celebrated with a cake-cutting ceremony, signifies the… Read the full press release
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
(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
(IN SHORT) River Wonders, part of the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, bid farewell to giant panda cub Le Le as he prepared to join China’s giant panda conservation program. Approximately 1,000 guests attended a farewell party at the Pavilion Capital Giant Panda Forest to celebrate Le Le’s departure. The event featured heartwarming stories and a communal… Read the full press release
Located in the cultural neighbourhood of Balestier, the world’s largest Aloft hotel introduces vibrant and flexible spaces for travellers to connect with the destination SINGAPORE, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Aloft Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the brand’s entry into Singapore with the opening of Aloft Singapore… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates celebrated the launch of its Premium Economy offering in Singapore, with a tour of one of its enhanced four-class A380 aircraft. The event kicked off at the Emirates Lounge at Changi Airport Terminal 1, after which guests were given a guided tour of the brand new… Read the full press release
President and CEO, Barbara Muckermann, will welcome guests aboard Silversea’s pioneering new ship for the special sailing,along with Norman Rafelson, Delegate to the Venetian Society MONACO, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The leading ultra-luxury cruise line, Silversea Cruises®, has revealed details of a new Venetian Society® Reunion Voyage for 2024—to be hosted by President… Read the full press release
Go on whimsical Rilakkuma-themed rides, pose at insta-worthy photo spots and bring home Changi-exclusive Rilakkuma merchandise SINGAPORE, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Don your most kawaii getup and join Rilakkuma and friends as they saunter into Changi Airport for the first time this March! From now till 1 May 2023, these lovable characters are making their… Read the full press release
Tens of thousands of new international reward seats to be released for frequent flyers from this Friday Qantas extends commitment of 50 per cent more international reward seat availability for another six months More than 5 million reward seats still available across Qantas and Jetstar over the next year Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release
Launches #AyokemBALI campaign to invite foreigners to rekindle remarkable experience in idyllic Bali airasia ride provides seamless e-hailing transportation to explore Island of the Gods Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Bali, also known as the Island of the Gods, has so many charms like no other. For a long time, the… Read the full press release
Emirates will be back to operating at pre-pandemic levels to Sydney and Melbourne Ramp up will see Emirates’ operations elevate to 63 weekly flights across Australia Airline also confirms restart of Christchurch via Sydney in March DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has taken yet another significant step in the resumption of… Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Lunar New Year period kicks off from January 22 to February 5, passengers can embrace the luck and abundance of the season with curated menus in Emirates lounges in Dubai, Singapore and Bangkok, blockbuster movies onboard in Mandarin, Cantonese and Vietnamese, and special offers from… Read the full press release
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
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
New Inventory Released as Viking Reports Strongest Sales in its 25-Year History Los Angeles, CA, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.viking.com) today (January 12, 2023) announced its 2024 -2025 World Cruise itineraries, including the new Viking World Voyage I, which sails around the world in 180 days, visiting 37 countries and 85 ports,… Read the full press release
SINGAPORE, 2023-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — For most of us, reuniting with friends and family is the main reason to travel in 2023. Agoda’s Travel Trends survey asked travelers to share their top travel goals for the new year, with reuniting with loved ones, wellness and food, arts & culture making the top three, and… Read the full press release
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2022-Dec-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the leading airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that it will resume direct services to Singapore on 25 March 2023. The flight will be operated four times a week with the ultramodern B787 Dreamliner. Flight No. Route STD (Local Time) STA (Local Time)… Read the full press release
Nadi, Fiji, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — A new “piece based baggage policy” adopted by Fiji Airways will offer guests more convenient travel with less bulky luggage. The National Carrier is moving away from the weight based policy for Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the Pacific Islands to enhance the experience of our guests… Read the full press release
MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — With the opening of a regional office in Singapore, Munich Airport International (MAI) – the international business subsidiary of Munich Airport – is strengthening its commitment to the Asian aviation market. The Asia-Pacific region has always been a key market for MAI. Initial engagements date back to… Read the full press release
Expected to grow portfolio to 30 properties by 2027 BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Under the new leadership of Josh Fluhr, Senior Vice President and Global Managing Director, EDITION Hotels is driving global expansion with the portfolio expected to double in size to 30 properties by 2027. The luxury lifestyle brand also… Read the full press release
Delhi, India, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today (02 December 2022) started its non-stop flights between Pune and Singapore. The inaugural flight departed from Pune at 0210 Hours (IST) and arrived in Singapore at 1030 Hours (GMT). It was… Read the full press release
Joint Release with Thai Airways International Public Company Limited Singapore, 2022-Dec-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a new strategic partnership. This will result in the airlines progressively code sharing more extensively on each other’s services… Read the full press release
SINGAPORE, 2022-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Jetstar Asia (3K) and Jetstar Airways (JQ) have confirmed they will operate from Singapore Changi Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4) from 22 March 2023. The relocation to T4 will enable Changi Airport to optimise the use of its aircraft gates to meet the growing demand for air travel, while… Read the full press release
Singapore, 2022-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Longstanding alliance partners, Virgin Australia and Singapore Airlines, have resumed the sale of Virgin Australia codeshare flights to a host of destinations on Singapore Airlines’ global network. Effective immediately, the announcement sees customers able to book directly on virginaustralia.com for seamless travel between Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe, and beyond. The… Read the full press release