A European Best Destinations newsletter vote involving 11,614 respondents ranks Bulgaria’s capital first among 64 shortlisted cities, with culture and mountain access among its draws. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sofia ranks first for 2027 in the European Best Destinations city-break vote, followed by Lisbon and Copenhagen. The 33-day poll drew 11,614 newsletter respondents, who chose from 64… Read the full news article
Six Senses takes four category-leading positions while InterContinental Danang leads Asia resort rankings among five first-place finishes. KEY TAKEAWAYS Forty-two IHG luxury and lifestyle properties were recognised in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Five properties achieved first place in specific U.S. or U.K. edition categories. Six Senses accounted for four first-place results… Read the full news article
The one-year 2026/27 partnership gives Uganda nationwide visibility in Switzerland, extending a broader destination-marketing push already under way in Zurich. KEY TAKEAWAYS Uganda Tourism Board and the Embassy of Uganda to Switzerland have entered a one-year partnership with the Champions Hockey League for the 2026/27 season. The agreement was developed through Infront, the CHL’s exclusive… Read the full news article
More than 52 countries were represented at Destinations International’s September forum, where leaders examined how AI, connectivity, major events and cross-border cooperation are changing the work of destination organizations. KEY TAKEAWAYS The September 22–24 forum brought senior destination executives and industry leaders from more than 52 countries to Geneva. Discussions urged destination organizations to measure… Read the full news article
Nearly 250 books and objects, almost 80% newly on public view, anchor a refreshed cultural attraction in Cologny with multilingual digital interpretation and upgraded visitor facilities. KEY TAKEAWAYS Fondation Martin Bodmer reopened on 18 September 2026 after three years of renovation work at its Cologny site near Geneva. The redesigned permanent exhibition presents nearly 250… Read the full news article
Choco Pass tastings, woodland walks, botanical discoveries and a two-day Halloween event at Château de Collex give families several ways to explore Geneva this autumn. KEY TAKEAWAYS Geneva's Choco Pass offers adult and children's versions, giving families a self-guided way to sample local chocolatiers around the city. Bois de la Bâtie combines 12 hectares of… Read the full news article
TAT’s Road to RWS event brought fighters from five countries to Switzerland while positioning Muay Thai as a gateway to Thai culture, wellness and tourism. KEY TAKEAWAYS More than 2,000 spectators attended Switzerland Mega Muay Thai (Road to RWS) at Sporthalle Wankdorf in Bern on 26 September. Ten bouts featured fighters from Thailand, Morocco, Switzerland,… Read the full news article
Two WeRide buses are now running without onboard safety drivers under remote supervision, with employee passenger service expected after an initial four-week test phase. KEY TAKEAWAYS Two automated employee shuttle buses at Zurich Airport began operating without onboard safety drivers in early September 2026. Zurich Airport describes the new remote-supervised configuration as its targeted Level… Read the full news article
The 20–23 September trade event will match 40 local tourism suppliers with buyers from 14 markets, using workshops and excursions to turn cultural and nature assets into bookable product KEY TAKEAWAYS The GNTB and Thüringer Tourismus GmbH will host the Thuringia Travel Summit in Erfurt from 20 to 23 September 2026. Around 60 tour-operator buyers… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Mandarin Oriental, Geneva has appointed Christian Wildhaber as General Manager, effective 1 September 2026, bringing nearly three decades of luxury hospitality experience to the five-star Swiss property. A native of Vevey and fluent in French, English and German, Wildhaber joins from Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta, which he has led since August 2025, and has… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises hosted Tudor Pro Cycling aboard MSC World Europa in Barcelona for the team’s official presentation before the 2026 Tour de France begins on 4 July. The event brought together riders, team executives, media and partners, while highlighting MSC Cruises’ role as Tudor Pro Cycling’s Official Main Partner. The partnership began in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) China Eastern has launched its first direct service between Shanghai and Zurich, with the inaugural flight landing at Zurich Airport on 18 June 2026 at 7:49 a.m. The airline will operate the route three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Flights will depart Zurich at 2:05 p.m. and arrive in Shanghai… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Blue Islands has launched its 2025 inbound European charter programme by flying its first German holidaymakers from Erfurt and Münster/Osnabrück into Jersey. This marks the beginning of a seven-week series of flights from Germany—alongside charters from Austria, the Netherlands, and Switzerland—designed to deliver up to 33,000 visitor bed nights to the Channel Islands…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Blue Islands is expanding its European charter programme for 2025, bringing up to 4,690 visitors from Austria, the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland to Jersey and Guernsey, generating up to 33,000 bed nights and benefiting local hospitality businesses. The initiative includes new routes such as flights from Vienna to Jersey and Bern to Jersey,… Read the full news article
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 news article
(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 news article
(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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
