Tourism Minister launches Better Work Action Plan to strengthen New Zealand’s tourism workforce

Wellington, New Zealand, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Minister Peeni Henare has today (1 March 2023) launched the Better Work Action Plan, aimed at making the tourism workforce stronger, more sustainable, and resilient. TIA Chair Gráinne Troute, Industry co-chair of the Tourism Industry Transformation Plan partnership which created the plan, says: “The Action… Read the full press release

W Maldives and one-Michelin star Haoma serve up culinary paradise on heart-shaped island

Male’, Maldives, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — W Maldives and one-Michelin star Haoma’s collaboration from February 20 to 22, was a hit as guests enjoyed unique culinary experiences at the heart-shaped island paradise. The partnership, which featured the coming together of Chef Deepanker “DK” Khosla, and the chefs at W Maldives, consisted of two… Read the full press release

JOALI BEING Welcomes Expert Visiting Practitioners for Ultimate Wellness Experience in 2023

Male’, Maldives, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — JOALI BEING is welcoming expert visiting practitioners throughout 2023 to enable guests to take their wellbeing journeys to a new level, bringing them closer to experiencing the joy of weightlessness. Beginning in January, guests at JOALI BEING will be able to immerse themselves in transformative sessions with… Read the full press release

OBLU Maldives Resorts Hosts an Educational Underwater Marine Tour for Local Students

Male’, Maldives, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — OBLU Xperience Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili organized a memorable under ocean marine tour on 23 February 2023 for 14 students from Jamaluddin School. The students along with four teachers arrived at Ailafushi island at 15:30. After a warm welcome by the resort management, they were escorted to Only BLU Under… Read the full press release

Experience the Sunny Side of Life: Visit Maldives Launches Social Media Competition to Select Participants for the 2023 Storytellers’ Conference

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) is excited to announce that the social media competition to select 50+ participants for MMPRC’s largest event held in the Maldives this year, the Visit Maldives Storytellers’ Conference 2023, is now open! The competition will be open from 27th… Read the full press release

PATA Predicts Strong Annual Increase in Inbound Visitors to Asia Pacific in 2023

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The latest forecasts from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) predict strong annual increases in inbound visitor numbers for Asia Pacific under each of the mild, medium, and severe scenarios in 2023, with growth rates ranging from 71% under the latter scenario conditions to as much as 104%… Read the full press release

The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry Launches Two Books to Celebrate 50 Years of Tourism, Documenting the Evolution of Resort Architecture and the Tourism Industry in the Island Nation

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In light of 2022 being the Golden Jubilee of Tourism, The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) launched 2 books titled – “Maldivian Resort Architecture – 50 years of island resorts” authored by Mr. Mauroof Jameel (Book Preview) which documents the architectural evolution of the Maldivian Resorts and… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin Convention 2023: The Leading Think Tank of the Travel Industry Gears Up to Tackle the Future of Tourism with Over 400 Speakers and 200 Sessions

The ITB Berlin Convention 2023 features around 400 speakers and over 200 sessions – Wide-ranging theme tracks under the slogan ’Mastering Transformation’ – The comprehensive programme of events is online at itb.com/convention Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The speakers at the ITB Berlin Convention 2023 have their sights set firmly on the future… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin Convention Puts Responsible Tourism in the Spotlight with Key Topics on Climate Change and Social Responsibility

The ITB Responsible Tourism track at the ITB Berlin Convention features climate change action, resilience and regeneration as key topics  Responsible tourism as a topic concerning all sectors Commitment to environmentally friendly and socially responsible tourism A special event celebrates International Women’s Day on 8 March Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Socially… Read the full press release

Rural Tourism Projects in Aberdeenshire Boost Visitor Experience with Government’s Rural Tourism Infrastructure Funding (RTIF)

EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Projects to improve the visitor experience at two Aberdeenshire locations using Rural Tourism Infrastructure Funding (RTIF) have already brought benefit, according to feedback from visitors. St Cyrus NNR (National Nature Reserve) and Newburgh Seal Watching Experience both successfully applied for RTIF cash, with St Cyrus receiving more… Read the full press release

Journalists from Top Indian Media Outlets Explore the Maldives to Showcase its Unique Tourism Offerings

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-22 — /Travel PR News/ — A team of journalists from India are visiting the Maldives, upon invitation by Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives), to immerse themselves in the tourism offers, unique experiences, and exciting encounters awaiting tourists in the Sunny Side of Life. The journalists on this… Read the full press release

WTTC and Oxford Economics Report Positive Recovery Signs for Travel and Tourism Sector in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Travel & Tourism jobs surpassing 2019 levels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Overseas visitors spending more in Dubai than in 2019  London, UK, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (14/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in Dubai and Abu Dhabi… Read the full press release

WTTC and Oxford Economics Report Positive Recovery Signs for South African Travel and Tourism Sector

Johannesburg tourism jobs to surpass 2019 levels Cities Economic Impact Report analysed 82 cities around the world   London, UK, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (15/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major… Read the full press release

SEE Turtles Takes Over Management of TAP Campaign to Reduce Plastic Use in Tourism Industry

Monroe, WA, 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — To help address plastic pollution in the travel industry, SEE Turtles recently took over management of the TAP campaign in collaboration with Crooked Trails. SEE Turtles has been an active member and supporter of TAP since Crooked Trails began the project in 2012 to help end the… Read the full press release

Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s Travel & Tourism sector bounce back as international travelers return, says WTTC report

Travel & Tourism jobs surpassing 2019 levels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Overseas visitors spending more in Dubai than in 2019  London, UK, 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (14/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in Dubai and Abu Dhabi… Read the full press release

WTTC Report Reveals Strong Recovery of Travel and Tourism Sector in Major Western European Cities

Sector’s GDP contribution to London’s economy tripled in the last year  Paris’s Travel & Tourism GDP contribution has almost recovered to pre-pandemic levels  London, UK, 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — A new report from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed strong signs of recovery of the economic impact from Travel &… Read the full press release

Vakkaru Maldives Celebrates International Women’s Day and Fifth Anniversary with Empowering Getaway

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — International Women’s Day on 8 March  is a time to celebrate and empower women, and Vakkaru Maldives is marking the occasion in  style. From yoga and Ayurvedic workshops to mixology classes and special dinners, the timeless sanctuary offers its lady guests an empowering and rejuvenating getaway. To… Read the full press release

Fushifaru Maldives Wins 2023 Booking.com Traveller Review Award for Fourth Time

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Fushifaru Maldives, a boutique Resort in Lhaviyani Atoll, celebrates winning the 2023 Booking.com Traveller Review Award, this is the fourth win of this prestigious, global award. This award is a symbol of all the times Fushifaru has gone above and beyond to create special experiences and lasting… Read the full press release

PATA and Visa team up to support small and medium-sized tourism businesses and informal workers for a more resilient future

BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is delighted to announce the start of a new collaboration with Visa to extend the Tourism Destination Resilience (TDR) Programme and continue to help build a more resilient and sustainable tourism industry. The COVID-19 pandemic has painfully proven the importance for… Read the full press release

HOME OF LUXURY by ITB Makes In-Person Debut at World’s Largest Travel Trade Show with Top Providers in Attendance

Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The HOME OF LUXURY by ITB is celebrating its in-person debut at the World’s Largest Travel Trade Show ITB Berlin. It offers luxury tourism buyers and providers a unique environment and features networking events and meetings in a special atmosphere as well as panels and lectures at… Read the full press release

G20 Tourism Working Group Meets Under Indian Presidency to Advance 2030 Agenda and Empower Rural Communities

Madrid, Spain, 2023-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The first meeting of the G20 Tourism Working Group to be held under the Indian Presidency placed the focus on the sector’s role in in advancing the 2030 Agenda. UNWTO is working as the knowledge partner to the Presidency to deliver the Goa Roadmap for Tourism as… Read the full press release

PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart 2023 to Showcase Best Practices in Sustainable Tourism in Kuching, Malaysia

Focusing on Ecotourism, Gastronomy Tourism, Adventure Travel, Destination Management and Digital Marketing, the event is composed of four components – Destination Experiences, a Conference, a B2B Adventure Travel Trade Show and various networking opportunities  BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise the PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart… Read the full press release

Antigua & Barbuda Embraced as New UNWTO Member to Drive Economic Growth through Tourism

Americas, 2023-Feb-09 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO has identified the potential of tourism to drive economic growth and social opportunity across its newest Member State, Antigua and Barbuda. The Ambassador of Antigua and Barbuda to Spain, Dr. Dario Item, along with the embassy’s Advisor, Daniel Yakovlev, were welcomed to the UNWTO headquarters in Madrid… Read the full press release

Discover the Beauty & Culture of Colombia: AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023 Registration Now Open!

Monroe, WA, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023 – Bogotá, which will take place 25-27 June 2023. The event’s theme, Tourism as an instrument of peace, offers delegates the opportunity to experience the highlights of the… Read the full press release

Maldives Showcases Best of Tourism at FESPO 2023 in Switzerland: MMPRC Joins Forces with 12 Industry Partners

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

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

Visit Maldives Leads 64 Industry Representatives at OTM Mumbai Travel Trade Event

MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), along with 64 industry representatives, are currently in Mumbai, India, participating at one of the premium travel trade events held in the country, OTM Mumbai. MMPRC and our industry partners are at this event to connect with travel trade… Read the full press release

Gordon Smith Named Destination Development Director for South of Scotland by VisitScotland

VisitScotland has announced that Gordon Smith has been appointed Destination Development Director for the South of Scotland EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — VISITSCOTLAND has today (02 Feb 2023) announced the appointment of a new Destination Development Director for the South of Scotland. Gordon Smith, who has worked within tourism for more than… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus Launches Direct Route from Ireland West to London Heathrow: Boosting Connectivity and Tourism

Dublin, Ireland, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus has announced a new route from Ireland West Airport Knock to London Heathrow, which aims to support connectivity for the West and boost the local economy and tourism. The new Aer Lingus service will commence on 26th March 2023 and operate daily. While customers from the… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin 2023 Announces Winners of Prestigious ITB BookAward, Celebrating Outstanding Travel and Tourism Journalism

Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — With its annual ITB BookAward, ITB Berlin recognizes titles from Germany and abroad, written mainly in German, but also in German translation, which honour outstanding journalistic achievements. The aim is to focus attention beyond national borders on the broad spectrum of important intercultural travel and tourism publications…. Read the full press release