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) dnata, a global air and travel services provider, has announced the appointment of Willy Ruf as the Managing Director for Switzerland. In his new role, Willy will be responsible for overseeing dnata’s ground handling and cargo business operations at Geneva Airport (GVA) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) in Switzerland. He will lead a team… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) TAP, the Portuguese national airline, is kicking off Black Friday promotions earlier this year, offering round-trip flights starting at 49 euros to its destinations in Portugal, Europe, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Africa. Business class travelers can also enjoy discounts, with prices starting at 319 euros. These promotional tickets are… Read the full press release
easyJet has put four new routes on sale today from the UK to France, Switzerland and Austria providing even more connectivity to the Alps this winter Seats are now on sale on easyJet.com and via the mobile app with fares starting from £24.99* easyJet holidays packages available to Switzerland and Austria London, UK, 2023-Sep-06 —… Read the full press release
easyJet has put eight new routes on sale today to Egypt, Finland, France and Switzerland Announcement includes the addition of new routes to Rovaniemi, Finland, a family favourite for Christmas Lapland getaways and to the popular Egyptian resort of Hurghada Seats are now on sale on easyJet.com and via the mobile app with fares starting… Read the full press release
New York, USA, 2023-Apr-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The board of Swiss Deluxe Hotels, an organization of 39 of the most exclusive 5-star hotels in Switzerland, has appointed Nathalie Seiler-Hayez as its new Managing Director. She succeeds Jan E. Brucker, who will step down at the next General Meeting in Interlaken on June 26, 2023…. Read the full press release
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, today (06 February 2023) announced the acquisition of its first property in Switzerland as it continues its growth trajectory and international expansion. The flagship property – Le Richemond – was founded in 1875 and is… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — On Saturday 4 February Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) inaugural service commenced between Bristol and Zurich. The route provides business travellers with increased opportunity to trade in one of the world’s leading financial centres and opens the door for multiple onward connections for leisure travellers. With a… Read the full press release
MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) is thrilled to announce our participation in FESPO 2023, Switzerland’s premier travel and tourism event. Taking place from 2-5 February, over 600 exhibitors are expected to join this event held in Zürich, Switzerland. MMPRC is showcasing the best… Read the full press release
MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has launched a campaign with McDonald’s Travel TV to promote the Maldives in the German-speaking markets. The Maldives will be advertised in 700 McDonald’s outlets with a reach of 35 million consumers. The advertisement will showcase the unique… Read the full press release
Washington, DC, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — A global coalition focused on business aviation sustainability announced today (Jan. 13, 2023) that the industry, aligned with the work of the World Economic Forum’s Clean Skies for Tomorrow initiative, is offering a market-based solution to help reduce carbon emissions for flights to and from the Forum’s… Read the full press release
Zurich, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport has appointed BCW as its first multi-disciplinary, global partner for PR, Public Affairs and Crisis Communications. In close collaboration with local teams, Swissport Group Communications and BCW Switzerland will coordinate the partnership from Zurich, where Swissport International AG is headquartered. Swissport, the world’s leading aviation services… Read the full press release
Opfikon, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Since the maiden flight 75 years ago, Zurich Airport has developed into Switzerland’s most important transport hub. In the anniversary year 2023, Zurich Airport looks back on its long history and looks ahead to future projects. The festivities include a big airport festival from September 1-3, an… Read the full press release
Located in the Swiss resort town of Davos, the hotel is expected to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in 2023, signaling Hyatt’s continued luxury brand growth in Europe CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Dec-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (December 23, 2022) announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into… Read the full press release
The first national edition of the UNWTO Students League concluded with a celebration of Swiss tourism talent with Team SHL from SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern, winning this edition Madrid, Spain, 2022-Dec-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The competition for undergraduates, organized with the support of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), attracted students from leading… Read the full press release
Opfikon, Switzerland, 2022-Jun-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Negishi Sushi Bar, a concept by Familie Wiesner Gastronomie AG, is already represented at various locations throughout Switzerland and will in future also ideally complement the gastronomy offer at the Circle. In addition to a show kitchen where sushi will be freshly prepared, the modern concept… Read the full press release
DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Executive was in the spotlight during the opening day at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022, exhibiting its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft. The flagship jet operated from London Luton Airport to Geneva, Switzerland using a high blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways’ private jet charter division operated its Gulfstream G650ER aircraft to EBACE 2022 using Sustainable Aviation Fuel DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Executive was in the spotlight during the opening day at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022, exhibiting its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft. The flagship jet… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2022-May-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hockey in Australia has found its ‘home away from home’, securing a 2-year partnership agreement with Adina Hotels incorporating flagship national teams, the Kookaburras and Hockeyroos. The agreement sees homegrown hotel brand Adina Hotels become Hockey Australia’s Exclusive Accommodation Partner, supporting teams as they play competitively in… Read the full press release
San Diego, CA, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Aspire Airport Lounges, a division of Swissport International AG, is adding three more lounges in the United States. A newly refurbished lounge in San Diego, California, already opened its doors. Two more lounges will follow in Ontario, California, in mid-May. With these additional facilities, Swissport will… Read the full press release
Jersey, Guernsey, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands has been selected by leading European tour operators as the partner airline flying visitors from The Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland to Guernsey and Jersey throughout 2022. The European charter programme will see up to 44,000 visitor nights in the islands and a potential spend of… Read the full press release
Airline ramps up services to Melbourne to meet the demand for international travel following borders re-opening Twice daily flights, served by the flagship A380 aircraft, will provide more than 1,000 seats a day to the Victorian capital Emirates’ Australian operations will soar to 42 weekly flights, with the airline continuing to reaffirm its commitment to… Read the full press release
The draw will take place in Doha to decide the final groups for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Football fans from around the world can look forward to cheering on their team of choice with the airline’s unique FIFA World Cup™ travel packages, inclusive of match tickets, flights and accommodation DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Mar-24 —… Read the full press release
Madrid, Spain, 2022-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have called for the lifting of travel bans as they do not provide added value and continue to contribute to economic and social stress. The two UN agencies agreed to collaborate on a global trust architecture… Read the full press release
90,000 additional seats are now on sale from the UK to some of Europe’s most popular ski and beach destinations Brits looking for a last chance Easter ski break can take advantage of more seats now available to Geneva, Innsbruck, and Salzburg Flights are now available to book at easyJet.com and via the mobile app… Read the full press release
Double-jabbed Brits can now jet off without any Covid tests for the first time in over a year Hundreds of thousands of travellers are jetting off over the half-term period with ski, city and beach breaks all proving popular easyJet is operating more seats to European test-free destinations from the UK than any other airline… Read the full press release
Implementation of digital cargo management system ‘OneCargo’ to deliver significant benefits for partners Erbil, Iraq, 2022-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, achieved an important milestone in Erbil. The company implemented the ‘OneCargo’ system, digitizing processes and maximizing efficiencies across its cargo operations in Iraq. The advanced… Read the full press release
Zurich, Switzerland, 2022-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport is opening its second lounge at Geneva International Airport on 1 February 2022. Located in the new East Wing of the airport, the new ASPIRE Crystal Lounge will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is accessible to all passengers for an admission… Read the full press release
easyJet is partnering with award-winning children’s newspaper First News, offering all UK passengers a free subscription to the digital newspaper when they fly The offer will be available to passengers from 7th February in time for February half-term, to keep kids engaged and entertained on board Thousands of families are set to jet off this half… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, NY, 2022-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. (LHW) has named Mr. Andrea Scherz the chairman of its Executive Committee, effective January 1, 2022. Scherz is the proprietor and general manager of Gstaad Palace in Switzerland and has served on LHW’s Executive Committee for the past 11 years,… Read the full press release