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Liz Ortiguera Resigns as CEO of Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) after Leading the Association through a Challenging Period, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Key Accomplishments

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2023-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) announces the resignation of Liz Ortiguera as its Chief Executive Officer. Upon her notification, PATA Vice Chair Benjamin Liao said, “Liz served PATA with distinction as the first Asian female CEO in the organization’s 72-year history. On behalf of PATA, I… 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

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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

Swissport’s Award-Winning Aspire Brand Opens Second Airport Lounge at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Offering Travelers a Relaxing and Elegant Pre-Flight Experience

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Helsinki, Finland, 2023-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport opened the doors of its second airport lounge at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Finland under its award-winning Aspire brand. The facility complements an existing lounge, which has been operating at Helsinki Airport since 2014. Dubbed Lounge 13, a nod to its location next to gate 13,… Read the full press release

Win a Dream Holiday to Orlando with British Airways Holidays and Universal Orlando Resort, Courtesy of Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway

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British Airways Holidays and Universal Orlando Resort are confirmed as official holiday prize providers for the 19th series of Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway which launched on ITV1 and ITVX last Saturday 25 February More than 250 lucky prize winners will win seats on a specially chartered British Airways flight and stay for six nights,… Read the full press release

SITA Supports Smooth Travel at Global Sporting Events, including the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

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Doha, Qatar, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today’s (22 Feb, 2023) major world sporting events such as the 2022 World Cup in Qatar depend for their success on the ability of the host country to handle the sudden influx and exodus of tens of thousands of competitors, team support and equipment, officials, VIPs, media… Read the full press release

World of Hyatt Launches Bonus Journeys to Reward Members for Exploring New Destinations and Staying Longer

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The latest global offer awards thousands of Bonus Points for members to explore and redeem for free nights, memorable experiences, exciting adventures and more. CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — World of Hyatt invites all members to celebrate travel and explore new destinations with the return of Bonus Journeys, making it easy to… Read the full press release

Swoop Airlines Launches Clothing Line with Unique Debut Product: The Warmest Hoodie Ever with Round-Trip Airfare Included

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Calgary, AB, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (February 22, 2023), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline announced the launch of a clothing line called Swoopwear, with an innovative debut product, coined “The Warmest Hoodie Ever.”While the hoodie itself is a simple cotton and polyester blend, it’s “the warmest ever” because each limited-edition hoodie comes… Read the full press release

easyJet’s charity flight to see the Northern Lights raises a record £25,000 for Aerobility

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The special Aurora charity flight took off on Saturday 18th February where passengers experienced the Northern Lights at 30,000 feet, hosted by BBC Sky at Night presenter Pete Lawrence £25,000 was raised in a record fundraiser of its kind, for charity Aerobility, whose mission is to provide anyone living with any disability access to the magic… Read the full press release

easyJet Celebrates Carrying 70 Million Passengers to and from Belfast International Airport with Expansion Plans for Summer 2023

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easyJet has celebrated flying 70 million passengers to and from Belfast International Airport by surprising a lucky family with free flights Northern Ireland’s largest airline will welcome an eighth aircraft to the base from next summer and is launching new routes to popular beach destinations including Antalya in Turkey, and Rhodes in Greece London, UK,… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines Resumes Direct Flights between Abidjan and New York JFK after COVID-19 Disruption

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, is pleased to announce the resumption of its direct flights between Abidjan and New York John F. Kennedy Airport as of 29 May 2023.  Ethiopian first started serving New York from its main hub Addis Ababa via… Read the full press release

DSV Partners with SAS on Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Corporate Travel, Demonstrating Commitment to Reducing Carbon Footprint

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — DSV is the first company in Denmark to sign an agreement within the SAS Corporate Sustainability Program. This partnership means DSV will buy sustainable aviation fuel for all its corporate travel with SAS for 2023. The main lever for decarbonizing the aviation sector is to replace fossil… Read the full press release

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

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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

ITB Berlin Kicks Off with New Media Monday and Exciting Line-Up of Presenters and Exhibitors

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Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Opening press conference on 6 March with leading representatives: Georgia, Phocuswright, the German Travel Association (DRV) and Messe Berlin – ITB Media Monday on 6 March featuring fascinating press conferences with the European Travel Commission, World Travel & Tourism Council and Saudi Tourism Authority – Numerous presentations… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines Celebrates One-Year Milestone of Flight Pass Subscription Service, Offers New Subscribers Discounted Rates and Expands Reach to Salt Lake City

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We’re celebrating our milestone with a discount for new subscribers SEATTLE, WA, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines is the only U.S. major airline to offer a subscription plan that enables guests to earn miles and book flights in advance with no blackout dates. We’re celebrating our one-year anniversary with a promotion for… Read the full press release

Chicago O’Hare Airport Resumes Secure Airside Bus Service for Easier Terminal Transfers

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Chicago, IL, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Secure airside bus service between Terminal 5 and Terminals 1 and 3 will resume operation on Wednesday, March 1, further simplifying layovers for the millions of passengers who connect through the nation’s second-busiest airport each year, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced today (02/22/2023). “After having… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Takes Pole Position as Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1®, Announcing Three Title Sponsorships for 2027 Season

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The five-year partnership will feature three title races in 2023 including the Formula 1 Grand Prix Qatar Qatar Airways will be the title sponsor of the MotoGP Grand Prix of Qatar DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline is now the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Applauds Hong Kong SAR Government’s Commitment to Strengthen Aviation Hub in 2021 Budget Speech

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Hong Kong, China, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is encouraged by the Hong Kong SAR Government’s initiatives to continue strengthening the Hong Kong international aviation hub, as outlined in the Budget Speech given today (February 22, 2023) by Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR Government, Paul Chan Mo-po. Cathay Pacific Group… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Takes Flight with Michelin-Starred Duddell’s to Elevate Inflight Dining with Authentic Hong Kong Flavours

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Hong Kong’s home carrier partners with Michelin-starred restaurant Duddell’s to celebrate the city’s gourmet culture with a taste of home at 30,000 feet Hong Kong, China, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific is bringing new delights to its inflight “Hong Kong Flavours” concept with thoughtfully designed menus created together with Michelin-starred local restaurant… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Unveils Cathay Cargo in Latest Brand Overhaul, Strengthening Global Cargo Network

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Aligning with Cathay’s vision to become one of the world’s greatest service brands Hong Kong, China, 2023-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay is excited to announce the launch of Cathay Cargo, a rebrand of its cargo business, and a change of name from Cathay Pacific Cargo. The change aligns with the airline’s overarching brand… Read the full press release

Qatar’s Hamad International Airport receives ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation renewal for emissions reduction efforts

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Doha, Qatar, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of the global airport industry response to the challenge of climate change, MATAR, the Qatar Company for Airport Operation and Management, successfully renewed its ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation Level-3 “Optimisation” for one more year. This successful recertification is a reassurance that the carbon management processes… Read the full press release

Alstef Group chosen as preferred partner for Edmonton International Airport’s Baggage System Modernization project

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Edmonton, AB, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — In late 2021, Edmonton International Airport (YEG) released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for their Baggage System Modernization project. The RFP process aimed to identify parties interested in partnering with YEG on strategic and innovative solutions for the airport’s Baggage Handling System (BHS) including modernization of the… Read the full press release

Marriott partners with IWF to fight online child exploitation, first-of-its-kind collaboration in hotel industry

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Collaboration marks Marriott’s next step in journey to advance human rights BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced today (FEBRUARY 22, 2023) it has joined forces with UK-based nonprofit Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) to combat online child exploitation by using technology solutions to restrict guest network access to websites with child… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Tawanna Property for new voco hotel in Bangkok

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voco Bangkok Surawong will open in 2025 following a full renovation Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (22 FEBRUARY 2023) announced the signing of voco Bangkok Surawong with Tawanna Property Company Limited, a leading real estate investor and developer in Thailand,… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces new flagship boutique property in London under Hotel Indigo brand

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Agreement is signed between IHG and the Lancaster Landmark Hotel Company, further enhancing the growth of lifestyle brand Hotel Indigo DENHAM, UK, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced an exciting new signing in London, UK, for its upscale boutique brand Hotel Indigo…. Read the full press release

Wyndham’s BOLD program makes groundbreaking strides, adding 18 hotels in just 6 months to advance Black hoteliers

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Groundbreaking program works to welcome and empower Black entrepreneurs in hospitality PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels in over 95 countries, today (February 22, 2023) announced the rapid expansion of its groundbreaking BOLDSM by Wyndham program. In just over six… Read the full press release

Qantas announces tens of thousands of new international reward seats for frequent flyers

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Tens of thousands of new international reward seats to be released for frequent flyers from this Friday Qantas extends commitment of 50 per cent more international reward seat availability for another six months More than 5 million reward seats still available across Qantas and Jetstar over the next year Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release

Qantas unveils $100m plan to revolutionize lounge experience with new flagship lounge at Heathrow

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will significantly enhance its network of lounges in Australia and overseas, elevating the pre-flight and transit travel experience for customers to a new level of luxury at key destinations. The $100-million investment features four brand new lounges, including a new flagship First Lounge at London’s Heathrow… Read the full press release

Qantas announces $10m grants program to support regional community projects across Australia

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas is inviting regional community groups across Australia to apply for a share of $10 million as part of its grants program, which opened today (21ST FEBRUARY 2023). The Qantas Regional Grants program will provide a total of $10 million in grants over five years – $2… Read the full press release

ANA and Joby to showcase air taxi services at 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan

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The companies, who announced a partnership in Feb. 2022 to establish aerial ridesharing in Japan, plan to operate demonstration electric air taxi flights in and around the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan site in 2025. Joby’s quiet, all-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft is designed to carry four passengers and a pilot at speeds of… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group opens stunning lakeside resort in Poland’s Ostróda for leisure and conferences

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Brussels / Ostróda, 2023-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group opens its 18th hotel in Poland with its first Radisson Blu Resort in Ostróda. Radisson Blu Resort & Conference Center, Ostróda Mazury is located in a picturesque location directly on Lake Drwęca in the Masurian Lake District. The resort brings together the tranquility… Read the full press release