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Grand Pacific Resorts turns leadership thrift challenge into Tahoe conservation donation

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Participants at Grand Pacific Resorts' Threads for Tahoe challenge during the 2026 leadership meeting at Olympic Village Inn.

A sustainability-themed event at Olympic Village Inn raised US$3,792 for Keep Tahoe Blue by combining secondhand fashion, leadership development and environmental stewardship. KEY TAKEAWAYS Grand Pacific Resorts used its 2026 leadership meeting in Olympic Valley to stage a secondhand fashion challenge supporting Keep Tahoe Blue. The company guaranteed a US$2,500 donation and added US$1,292 in… Read the full news article

San Diego Tourism Accelerator opens 2027 applications with sustainability and small-business growth in focus

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Group portrait accompanying the San Diego Tourism Authority Tourism Accelerator announcement.

Up to 15 businesses will receive a year of mentoring, industry access and $15,000 in benefits as SDTA broadens support for diverse and environmentally focused entrepreneurs. KEY TAKEAWAYS Applications for the 2027 San Diego Tourism Accelerator are open through October 19, 2026, with up to 15 participants to be selected. The program prioritizes small businesses… Read the full news article

RIU Extends Child-Protection Programme to UK Through The Code Membership

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RIU Hotels & Resorts and The Code UK child-protection initiative

The hotel group says its UK accession will strengthen local collaboration, staff training and protocol monitoring aimed at preventing sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism. KEY TAKEAWAYS RIU Hotels & Resorts has joined The Code in the United Kingdom, extending its child-protection programme in another major travel source market. The hotel group says… Read the full news article

Travel agents lean further into GDS and AI while making rate parity a booking priority

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Amadeus research among 756 travel sellers across the Americas, EMEA and APAC finds growing distribution-platform use alongside widespread adoption of AI-assisted selling. KEY TAKEAWAYS Amadeus’s 2026 study surveyed 756 travel agents across the Americas, EMEA and APAC, with respondents drawn from users of Amadeus, Sabre and Travelport. Forty-three percent of agents said they use global… Read the full news article

Air Connectivity, Hotel Expansion and Purpose-Led Travel Shape a 47-Story Global News Day

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TravelPRNews’ 22 September coverage ranged from restored Pacific flights and NATS passenger rights to MICHELIN Keys, new resorts, travel tech, sports tourism and conservation KEY TAKEAWAYS Air connectivity led the day, with Fiji Airways restoring Nadi–Nouméa flights, Shannon passing one million summer passengers and Calgary and Athens airports building a case for future nonstop service… Read the full news article

Bombardier expands 2025 supplier awards as 33 companies earn Diamond recognition

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The Montreal ceremony honoured suppliers across production, indirect services and aftermarket, with separate awards for sustainability, quality and partnership KEY TAKEAWAYS Bombardier recognised 36 supplier award recipients across four categories for 2025 performance Thirty-three suppliers received Diamond Awards across Production, Indirect Goods and Services, and Aftermarket Thales Canada, Avionics received the Environmental Sustainability Award, Plastiques… Read the full news article

Belfast City Airport Opens Community Fund With New £10,000 Environmental Grant

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Two people at Belfast City Airport holding a guitar and football beside community project items and a Community Fund display

Groups across Greater Belfast and North Down can apply until 5 October as the airport works toward £1 million in community investment by the end of 2028 KEY TAKEAWAYS Belfast City Airport is accepting Community Fund applications from organisations across Greater Belfast and North Down until 5 October 2026. A new £10,000 environmental grant will… Read the full news article

RIU’s Social Investment Jumps 62% to €5.13 Million as Sustainability Certification Reaches Portfolio-Wide Milestone

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RIU Annual Report 2025 cover showing a beachfront hotel façade, ocean view and marine-life illustrations

The hotel group’s 2025 report records 119 social and environmental initiatives, 90% renewable electricity and expanded biodiversity work, while nearly €1 million of spending reflected Hurricane Melissa relief in Jamaica. KEY TAKEAWAYS RIU Hotels & Resorts invested €5.138 million in social initiatives in 2025, 62% more than in 2024, although almost €1 million of the… Read the full news article

Atmosphere Foundation’s Second Divemaster Scholarship Supports Youth Employment in the Maldives’ Blue Economy

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(NEWS) MALDIVES, 2026-Aug-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Atmosphere Foundation has launched the second batch of its Zero to Divemaster Scholarship Programme, continuing an initiative designed to help young Maldivians enter the country’s tourism and diving industries. The programme, delivered in partnership with Moodhu Bulhaa Dive Centre, provides three months of professional training for students with… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Bali’s TELU Bar Celebrates Three Years of Creative Reuse and Community Connection

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(NEWS) BALI, Indonesia, 2026-Jun-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainability in hospitality is increasingly moving beyond operational targets and into the guest experience itself, with hotels finding new ways to incorporate environmental responsibility into design, food and beverage concepts, and storytelling. TELU Bar at the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay is marking its… Read the full news article

The Sira, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Lombok Appoints IMAGINE PR

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New York, USA, 2026-Jun-23 — /Travel PR News/ — IMAGINE PR has been appointed as the North America public relations representative for The Sira, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Lombok. Located on the pristine shores of North Lombok, one of Indonesia’s emerging luxury destinations, the beachfront resort is a sanctuary that celebrates the island’s natural… Read the full news article

Cargolux Introduces Cathay Technologies’ Electronic Flight Folder to Support Safer and More Efficient Cargo Operations

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(IN SHORT) Cargolux has partnered with Cathay Technologies to introduce an Electronic Flight Folder solution across its flight operations, marking a significant step in the cargo airline’s digital transformation. The EFF platform centralises key flight information such as flight plans, load sheets and fuel data into one integrated digital environment, helping pilots work more efficiently… Read the full news article

Japan Airlines Meets Environmental Targets Through Company-Wide Plastic Reduction Efforts

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(NEWS) TOKYO, Japan, 2026-Jun-5 — /Travel PR News/ — As airlines face increasing pressure to reduce their environmental footprint, attention is turning not only to aircraft emissions but also to the everyday materials used throughout airline operations. Single-use plastics, in particular, have become a growing focus across the aviation industry as carriers seek to reduce… Read the full news article

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 20 Years of GIFTTS Programme with New Legacy Leadership Award

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(IN SHORT) Preferred Hotels & Resorts announced the winners of its 2026 Awards of Excellence, GIFTTS Pineapple Awards and inaugural GIFTTS Legacy Leadership Award during its global conference in Charleston. The awards recognised leading independent luxury hotels and hospitality brands for excellence in guest experience, sustainability, philanthropy and social responsibility. Wynn Resorts received the first-ever… Read the full news article

ANA HD Maintains Strong Sustainability Performance with Continued Global ESG Recognition

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(IN SHORT) ANA Holdings has been named to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index for the ninth consecutive year and the Asia Pacific Index for the tenth consecutive year in recognition of its sustainability performance. The company also ranked within the top five percent of airline companies in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026. ANA… Read the full news article

Cathay Dining Wins Top Industry Award Highlighting Excellence in Inflight Catering Services

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Dining has been named Airline Caterer of the Year – Asia at the 2026 PAX Readership Awards, recognizing its leadership in aviation catering and commitment to quality and operational excellence. The award follows a record-breaking achievement in which the company produced over 100,000 meals in a single day. As part of the… Read the full news article

gategroup to Acquire Majority Stake in KLM Catering Services as Both Companies Expand European Operations

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(IN SHORT) KLM and gategroup have agreed on a proposed deal in which gategroup will acquire a 75% stake in KLM Catering Services, while KLM retains 25%. The partnership aims to strengthen inflight catering through investment, innovation, and operational efficiency, while maintaining KLM’s involvement in service quality. The collaboration includes plans for a new facility… Read the full news article

ACI World Launches Sixth Annual Innovation Awards to Recognize Leadership and Progress in Airport Operations

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(IN SHORT) ACI World has opened submissions for the 2026 Airport Innovation Awards, inviting airports to showcase initiatives that improve passenger experience, operational efficiency, and sustainability. Now in its sixth year, the awards recognize impactful and scalable innovations across four categories. Entries will be reviewed by industry experts, with winners announced at the Airports Innovate… Read the full news article

easyJet partners with Mirus Aircraft Seating to deploy innovative seats delivering lower fuel burn and improved onboard experience

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(IN SHORT) easyJet has announced the introduction of new lightweight Kestrel seats from Mirus Aircraft Seating, which will be installed on its Airbus A320neo and A321neo fleet from 2028. The seats are over 20% lighter than current models, enabling significant fuel savings and reducing carbon emissions by more than 40,000 tonnes annually. In addition to… Read the full news article

RIU enhances Andalusia portfolio with upgraded Riu Palace Nautilus featuring new design and sustainability improvements

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(IN SHORT) RIU has reopened the Hotel Riu Palace Nautilus in Torremolinos after a full renovation, upgrading it to the premium RIU Palace category and marking the brand’s first such property on mainland Spain. The refurbishment includes redesigned rooms, enhanced common areas, and expanded dining options, including a new gourmet restaurant. Located near the Mediterranean… Read the full news article

A New Era for Italian Logistics as dnata Expands with a High-Tech Cargo Hub in Malpensa

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(NEWS) MILAN, 2025-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Milan’s cargo landscape is gearing up for a major evolution as dnata confirms a €25 million investment to build a next-generation cargo facility at Milano Malpensa—an announcement that places Italy’s busiest airfreight gateway firmly on the map of future-ready logistics hubs. According to the company’s announcement, the development… Read the full news article

Supporting Changemakers: Belfast City Airport Reopens Its Community Fund for 2025

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(NEWS) BELFAST, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has opened applications for its Community Fund, inviting charities, schools, local organisations, and community groups across Greater Belfast, Ards, and North Down to seek financial support for initiatives that meaningfully benefit local residents. The long-running fund, which has distributed more than £700,000 to 237 projects… Read the full news article

A Significant Leap for European Logistics as Swissport Unveils Its New Schiphol Cargo Facility

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(NEWS) ZURICH, 2025-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has strengthened its position in Europe’s air-cargo corridor with the launch of a new second-line cargo facility at Amsterdam Schiphol, according to their press release, adding significant capacity at one of the continent’s busiest logistics hubs. The newly opened Terminal 12 expands the company’s Schiphol footprint by… Read the full news article

CAPA Awards Korean Air for Strategic Excellence and Leadership in Asian Aviation

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(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air has been honoured as Asia Airline of the Year by CAPA – Centre for Aviation, recognising the carrier’s outstanding strategic leadership and influence on the region’s aviation sector. The award, presented during the CAPA Airline Leader Summit – Asia & Awards for Excellence in Singapore… Read the full news article

Seven Years of Culinary Brilliance: Four Seasons Hotel Beijing Maintains Michelin Recognition for Cai Yi Xuan and Mio

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(NEWS) BEIJING, 2025-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — In the latest Michelin Guide Beijing 2026, two of Four Seasons Hotel Beijing’s acclaimed dining venues — Cai Yi Xuan and Mio — have once again secured their place among the city’s culinary elite, according to their press announcement. The Chinese restaurant Cai Yi Xuan retained its… Read the full news article

Luxury Meets Conscience as Four Seasons George V Paris Honoured for Sustainable Supply Chain Leadership

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(NEWS) PARIS, 2025-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris has once again raised the bar for responsible luxury, earning the title of World’s Leading Sustainable Supply Chain Programme from the World’s Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards, according to their press release. This global accolade celebrates the Parisian landmark’s pioneering approach to… Read the full news article

Building the Future of Flight: How Airlines Worldwide Are Investing in People to Shape Tomorrow’s Skilled Workforce

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(NEWS) MASCOT, Australia / HONG KONG, 2025-Oct-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Across continents, the aviation industry is entering a new era of training excellence. From Australia to Hong Kong, the UK, Africa, and the United States, airlines and aviation organizations are investing heavily in education, safety, and technology to nurture the next generation of aviation… Read the full news article

From Lyon to Bangkok: Radisson’s Worldwide Growth Push Defines 2025’s Hospitality Landscape

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(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group has continued its remarkable expansion into 2025, securing more than 210 hotel signings and openings across EMEA and APAC. The company’s flagship brands—Radisson Blu, Radisson Collection, Radisson RED, and Radisson Individuals—have all played pivotal roles in driving growth, particularly in markets like France, India, and China. New luxury and sustainable… Read the full news article

From Berlin to Sardinia Europe’s Travel Elite Celebrate Consistency and Innovation at the World Travel Awards

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(NEWS) SARDINIA, Italy, 2025-Oct-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The glittering shores of Sardinia set the stage for Europe’s biggest celebration of travel excellence as the World Travel Awards (WTA) Europe Gala Ceremony 2025 brought together the continent’s most distinguished brands in tourism, aviation, and hospitality. Hosted at the luxurious Forte Village Resort, the red-carpet… Read the full news article

Strong recovery of the Global MICE Sector at IMEX America 2025

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(NEWS) LAS VEGAS, NV, 2025-Oct-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Held from October 7–9, 2025, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, IMEX America 2025 set a new benchmark for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. The event drew over 3,500 exhibitors and thousands of hosted buyers from across the globe, making it the largest… Read the full news article