New York, United States, 2024-Nov-12 — /Travel PR News/ – Gary Barlow, acclaimed singer-songwriter and former frontman of Take That, will shine a spotlight on one of South Africa’s oldest and most beloved wine estates, Spier Wine Farm, in today’s premier episode of “Gary Barlow’s Wine Tour: South Africa”. Airing at 2:00 PM on ITV1 in… Read the full press release
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A Perfect Pairing: Mashatu Wilderness meets Cape Winelands
Mashatu, Botswana, 2024-Oct-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana, in partnership with Quoin Rock Wine Estate in South Africa, are delighted to launch a new “Wilderness to Winelands” experience. This perfect pairing showcases the best of Southern Africa in one seamless journey, combining the wild beauty of a safari in… Read the full press release
Registration opens for OurAfrica.Travel 2025
Cape Town, South Africa, 2024-Oct-23 — /Travel PR News/ — For those early bird exhibitors who love a catch A.K.A. a great deal, registration is now officially open for OurAfrica.Travel 2025 with the first fifty exhibitors set to secure the special rate of ZAR 16,100 / USD 1,075. Payment must be received by 15… Read the full press release
The Cavern Drakensberg Resort & Spa in South Africa partners with Umlingo Travel PR
West Sussex, United Kingdom, 2024-Sep-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Umlingo Travel PR is thrilled to announce a new partnership with The Cavern Drakensberg Resort & Spa in South Africa, a founding member of KwaZulu-Natal’s brand new Northern Drakensberg Nature Reserve (NDNR). Comprising 6,500 hectares, the new NDNR was officially founded on 18th April… Read the full press release
Dates Announced for OurAfrica.Travel 2025
United Kingdom, 2024-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The countdown has begun for the sixth edition of the OurAfrica.Travel virtual trade show, set to take place online from 17th to 21st February 2025. The previous edition, hosted in February 2024, facilitated 8,510 one-to-one meetings across various time zones, connecting 479 buyers and 23 journalists from around the globe with 222 exhibitors from Africa… Read the full press release
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes 30 New Member Properties Globally
(IN SHORT) Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added 30 new member properties to its global portfolio between April and June 2024. These new additions include a variety of unique hotels, such as a historic villa in Italy, a boutique resort in Mexico, and urban retreats in Atlanta and San Francisco. Each property offers personalized and… Read the full press release
Niarra Travel Appoints Lindsey Walter as Managing Director
London, United Kingdom, 2024-Jun-6 — /Travel PR News/ — London-based tour operator Niarra Travel has officially appointed Lindsey Walter as Managing Director, effective immediately. Walter has been serving as Acting Managing Director since October 2023, guiding the company through a crucial phase in its development. As a co-founder of Niarra, Lindsey has played a pivotal… Read the full press release
Fairlawns unveils Ardmore Satara Suite
The Ardmore Satara Suite at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa in Johannesburg Johannesburg, South Africa, 2024-Jun-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa, located in Johannesburg’s upmarket Sandton district, has collaborated with Ardmore Designs to craft the captivating new Satara Suite, which will launch on 27 June 2024. Renowned artist Sydney Hadebe, acclaimed… Read the full press release
Cape Grace Unveils Stunning Transformation: Embracing South African Heritage and Luxury
Cape Town’s legendary V&A Waterfront property captures the spirit of South Africa through elegant design and authentic cuisine as it reopens its doors, unveiling a new era of hospitality (IN SHORT) After undergoing nine months of renovations, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, reopens its doors with a spectacular design transformation inspired by South Africa’s… Read the full press release
Minor Hotels Enters South African Market with NH Collection Sandton Partnership
NH Collection Sandton to be launched in Africa’s richest square mile (IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has inked a significant deal with The Cavaleros Group to manage a hotel in Johannesburg’s Sandton district, marking the introduction of the NH Collection brand to Africa. Scheduled to commence operations on July 1st, 2024, the 329-key property will undergo… Read the full press release
OurAfrica.Travel Wraps Up 2024 Virtual Trade Show on a High Note, Emphasizing Sustainability and Community Engagement
(IN SHORT) The OurAfrica.Travel 2024 virtual trade show concluded with remarkable success, boasting increased participation and engagement compared to the previous two years. With 222 exhibitors, 479 buyers, and 23 media attendees from around the world, the event facilitated over 8,500 meetings and exchanged over 44,000 messages over five days. The organizers emphasized the show’s… Read the full press release
Philippine Airlines and Singapore Airlines Announce Codeshare Agreement for Enhanced Travel Options
(IN SHORT) Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a codeshare partnership agreement to offer expanded flight options for travelers between the Philippines and Singapore, as well as connections to other domestic and international destinations through their hubs. The codeshare will commence on flights between Singapore and Manila, with SIA codesharing on PAL… Read the full press release
Pullman Hotels & Resorts Debuts in South Africa with Iconic Cape Town City Centre Property
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, 2023-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Pullman Cape Town City Centre, the first property under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand in South Africa, has found residence in the prestigious Triangle House – an architecturally acclaimed skyscraper standing tall at 104 metres, a vantage point from which guests are treated to… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Cup: South Africa and New Zealand Set to Renew Rugby Rivalry at Twickenham Stadium
The Springboks and All Blacks will vie for the new Qatar Airways Cup trophy in London on 25 August It is the first time the two teams have played at Twickenham Stadium since 2015 Qatar Airways resumes flights to Auckland, New Zealand on 1 September 2023 Doha, Qatar, 2023-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — One… Read the full press release
Travel Promoters Welcomes Two Exciting New Partnerships in South Africa
Sussex, United Kingdom, 2023-Jun-06 — /Travel PR News/ —Travel Promoters Welcomes Two Exciting New Partnerships in South Africa UK based representation company, Travel Promoters is delighted to announce two new partnerships from 1 June 2023 with Lalibela Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape and The Clarendon Collection in Cape Town. Lalibela comprises six safari lodges including… Read the full press release
Emirates Celebrates Easter with Delicious Treats and Family-Friendly Entertainment Onboard
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 press release
Maldives Named “Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year” at UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022
MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives has won the title of ‘Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year’’ in the UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022, held at London’s Royal Automobile Club on the 19th of January 2023. The Maldives secured the title competing against destinations such as Canada, Ecuador,… Read the full press release
Silversea’s South Side Story World Cruise Departs from Sydney for First Time, Featuring 66 Destinations in 34 Countries
Silver Shadow℠ will sail from Sydney on January 10, marking the first time a Silversea World Cruise has originated in the Southern Hemisphere Sydney, Australia, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises’ 2023 World Cruise, South Side Story, is set to depart from Sydney on January 10, marking the first time the leading ultra-luxury… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines announces partnership with Thai Airways
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
Emirates to launch additional services to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban
Airline to serve Johannesburg with three daily flights Restore services to Cape Town with double daily schedule Durban to be served with daily flights from 1 December Dubai, UAE, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways becomes the Official Airline Partner of the United Rugby Championship (URC) and European Professional Club Rugby
With the inclusion of South African Teams the Airline will partner with the United Rugby Championship and European Professional Club Rugby competitions – Qatar Airways’ first rugby partnership for the upcoming season DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Sep-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways announces its newest sport partnership as the Official Airline Partner of the United… Read the full press release
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo transports Dutch Brunel Solar Team’s car to South Africa for the Sasol Solar Challenge using SAF
Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Last night, Saturday 6 August, the Nuna 11s – the car that the Dutch Brunel Solar Team will drive in South Africa’s Sasol Solar Challenge – departed Schiphol Airport for Johannesburg on a Boeing 747 freighter operated by Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP), the team’s logistics… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways increases flights to Berlin
Capital of Germany to benefit from enhanced connectivity to Qatar’s global network of over 150 destinations on 787 aircraft Qatar Airways is the only Skytrax 5 Star airline flying from Berlin with flights via the World’s Best Airport to the most points in the Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Gulf region and India DOHA,… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways announces codeshare partnership with Airlink
World’s Best Airline further demonstrates commitment to South Africa where it operates 35 weekly flights to three gateways from the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and Airlink have signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement to offer travellers more choices, enhanced services and greater connectivity between… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Brussels/Durban, 2022-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its entry into its fourth South African city, Durban, with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga. This opening brings the Group’s portfolio in one of its key African markets, South Africa, to fourteen hotels in operation and two under… Read the full press release
Tale of Tales World Cruise 2022, the only ultra-luxury world cruise to have operated this year concludes after 138 days, 62 destinations, 30 countries and six continents
Silversea Cruises® operated the only ultra-luxury world cruise in 2022, welcoming celebrated creatives—‘Tale Tellers’—aboard Silver Whisper® to enrich guests’ experiences Monaco, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Guests travelling aboard Silversea Cruises’ Silver Whisper arrived in Copenhagen on May 22, marking the conclusion of the Tale of Tales World Cruise—the only ultra-luxury world cruise to have operated in… Read the full press release
That’s a Wrap on OurAfrica.Travel for 2022
Cape Town, South Africa, 2022-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — That’s a Wrap for OurAfrica.Travel! Africa’s Trade Show Season is officially in full swing … with WTM Africa, Indaba and now We Are Africa (which kicks off today in Cape Town) in-person shows following hot on the heels of the virtual OurAfrica.Travel in March. Next… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways invites football fans to secure all-inclusive travel packages for The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
With a successful Final Draw complete and groups set, fans are invited to secure their all-inclusive travel packages from Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ As Qatar Airways optimises its network to ensure fans can attend the FIFA World Cup™, the airline offers 5,000 bonus Avios to all… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways hosts Inaugural Influencer Cup in Doha
Inaugural tournament was hosted at Stadium 974 from 28 to 29 March A nostalgic reunion of Qatar Legacy Ambassadors and FIFA Legends featured the likes of Cafu, Tim Cahill, and Marcel Desailly DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — With excitement building ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, renowned international social media… Read the full press release
Emirates launches daily services to Tel Aviv from 23 June 2022
Dubai, UAE, 2022-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has confirmed that it will be commencing daily services to Tel Aviv from 23 June 2022. Emirates will operate its three-class Boeing 777-300ER on the route, featuring eight private suites in First Class, 42 lie flat seats in Business Class and 304 spacious seats in Economy Class…. Read the full press release