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Marriott International brings City Express by Marriott to Japan with Osaka conversion, marking the brand’s Asia Pacific debut amid global expansion momentum

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(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International is bringing its fast-growing midscale brand City Express by Marriott to Japan, with two Osaka properties set to open in 2026 under a conversion and rebranding agreement with Pacifica Hotels G.K. The announcement marks the Asia Pacific debut of City Express by Marriott — a major… Read the full news article

United Airlines and Lyft Join Forces to Turn Airport Rides into Airline Miles for Travelers

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(NEWS) SAN FRANCISCO / CHICAGO, 2025-Nov-5 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines is taking another step toward redefining the connected travel experience through a new partnership with Lyft, enabling MileagePlus® members across the U.S. to earn miles on everyday rides. The collaboration allows United’s loyal flyers to collect airline miles each time they book an… Read the full news article

WTM London 2025 Highlights Maldives’ Growing Popularity Among British Travelers

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Nov-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives has entered World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025 with strong momentum, underscoring another year of remarkable growth in the UK travel market. According to Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), the destination welcomed 159,615 visitors from the United Kingdom as of 21 October 2025 — an increase of… Read the full news article

Reinventing the Stay: Inside Hilton’s and Wyndham’s Bold New Take on Lifestyle Hotels

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(NEWS) MCLEAN, VA/ PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2025-Oct-6 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s a big week for travelers who crave something different. Two of the world’s biggest hospitality names, Hilton and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, just unveiled fresh new hotel brands that promise to blend individuality, style, and flexibility — without losing the comforts guests have come… Read the full news article

TUI Tests Sand Shaker Device to Help Families End Post-Beach Clean-Up Struggles

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(IN SHORT) TUI has unveiled the Sand Shaker, a tremor-technology platform designed to remove stubborn sand from belongings in seconds, aiming to eliminate one of the biggest frustrations of a beach holiday. The prototype is currently being tested and comes in response to research showing that over half of Brits dread cleaning up sand, with… Read the full news article

TUI and Bentour Seal Strategic Share Swap to Strengthen All-Inclusive Offerings in Europe

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(IN SHORT) TUI Group and Bentour Reisen have finalized a mutual shareholding agreement following antitrust clearance, enabling both parties to take a 20% stake in each other’s business. With Nazar Nordic representing TUI in Northern Europe and Bentour Reisen operating in the German-speaking markets, the partnership enhances their collective ability to deliver high-quality, all-inclusive holiday… Read the full news article

Emirates Group’s Horizon: Maldives Event Set to Strengthen Tourism Partnerships Following Record Growth

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(IN SHORT) Horizon: Maldives returns as dnata Travel Group and Emirates Holidays report a 30% year-on-year increase in bookings for 2024. The event, scheduled for June 10, 2025, at Kurumba resort, will focus on sustaining the Maldives’ growing tourism momentum, fostering deeper ties between the Emirates Group and the local hospitality sector, and exploring new… Read the full news article

Amadeus Integrates IATA CO2 Connect Data to Empower Sustainable Travel Choices

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(IN SHORT) IATA and Amadeus have partnered to integrate flight-specific emissions data from IATA CO2 Connect into the Amadeus Travel Platform. This collaboration will allow travelers to access accurate emissions data at the point of booking, helping them make informed decisions while supporting airlines’ progress toward net zero emissions by 2050. The recent ISO 14083… Read the full news article

PATA and SUNx Institute Collaborate to Educate the Next Generation on Climate Friendly Travel

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(IN SHORT) PATA has formalized a new partnership with the SUNx Institute through an MOU signed at the PATA Annual Summit 2025. The agreement focuses on climate resilience and sustainable development within the travel and tourism sector, with a shared emphasis on the Dodo4Kids program, which aims to teach young learners about Climate Friendly Travel…. Read the full news article

Ryanair Expands Its Global Reach with Atlas Partnership to Offer Low-Fare Flights through OTA Network

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(IN SHORT) Ryanair has entered into a partnership with Atlas, a travel tech company, to offer its low-fare flights through Atlas’s network of Approved OTA Aggregators. This collaboration ensures full price transparency and easy access to Ryanair’s myRyanair account, without the need for additional verification. Atlas joins Ryanair’s growing list of partners, which includes Expedia,… Read the full news article

APTRA Expands Membership with 11 New Companies and Announces Networking Lunch in Singapore

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(IN SHORT) APTRA announces the addition of 11 new members, enhancing its influence and network across Asia Pacific. The association also highlights its upcoming APTRA Networking Lunch in Singapore on 11 May 2024, an event offering travel retail professionals a chance to connect and discuss industry developments. Tickets for the lunch are available for US$120,… Read the full news article

Delaware North Honors National Travel and Tourism Week, Highlighting Its Impact Across U.S. Destinations

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(IN SHORT) Delaware North celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week, recognizing the critical role the $2.9 trillion travel industry plays in supporting the U.S. economy. With nearly 200 locations, Delaware North directly contributes to tourism through its Parks and Resorts division, which operates national parks and outdoor recreation sites, as well as through its Patina… Read the full news article

Hilton Launches Fifth-Annual Travel Advisor Appreciation Sweepstakes in Honor of National Travel Advisor Appreciation Month

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(IN SHORT) Hilton celebrates National Travel Advisor Appreciation Month by launching its fifth-annual Travel Advisor Appreciation Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes runs through May 31, 2025, with travel advisors invited to complete a brief survey for a chance to win 100,000 Hilton Honors Points. Hilton continues to support its travel advisor partners through educational content and recognition,… Read the full news article

PATA and CrescentRating Launch Halal Travel Trends 2025 Report, Offering Insights into the Muslim-Friendly Travel Market

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(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has partnered with CrescentRating to launch the Halal Travel Trends 2025 report, developed in collaboration with Mastercard. The report provides crucial insights into the preferences and behaviors of Muslim travelers, helping destinations and travel businesses better cater to this growing market. The launch was celebrated at the… Read the full news article

Pacific Asia Travel Association Launches New Asia Pacific Tourism Projections for 2025-2027

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(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), working with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Hospitality and Tourism Research Centre, has released the Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2025-2027, analyzing tourism recovery for 39 regional destinations. The medium scenario projects international visitor arrivals (IVAs) rising to 813.7 million by 2027 from 648.1 million in 2024, driven… Read the full news article

PATA and Travel Unity Forge Alliance to Champion Diversity and Sustainability in Asia Pacific Tourism

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(IN SHORT) PATA and Travel Unity have entered into a formal two-year partnership, as outlined in an MOU finalized in January 2025. This collaboration aims to foster a more inclusive, accessible, and sustainable tourism industry in the Asia Pacific region. The partnership will facilitate joint initiatives such as cross-promotion of events, reciprocal speaking engagements, and… Read the full news article

What Sort of Benefits Muslims Can Enjoy with April Umrah Packages?

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LONDON, 2024-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Umrah is a profound Islamic act of worship that holds spiritual importance for Muslims. It includes a series of sacred rituals that Muslims are supposed to offer in Masjid-al-Haram. It is not obligatory unlike Hajj; pilgrimages can travel to Umrah any time of the year. It offers many… Read the full news article

Top Trends to Expect in the Travel and Events Industry in 2023

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The past year has given us countless trends and cultural shifts in the way we work, travel, and meet colleagues and clients. From the rise of buzzword terms like quiet quitting to rising costs and speculation over the permanence of virtual meetings and what jobs AI would… Read the full news article

The who’s who of the travel industry gathered for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2018 at Sandals Montego Bay

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Montego Bay, Jamaica, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The finest travel brands in the Caribbean and North America have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Jamaica. The who’s who of the travel industry gathered for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2018 at Sandals Montego Bay to find out who… Read the full news article

IPW 2018 gathered together More than 6,000 attendees from over 70 countries

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DENVER, CO, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 6,000 attendees from over 70 countries gathered in Denver May 19-23 for this year’s IPW—the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of travel to the U.S. IPW gathers travel professionals—including U.S. destinations, hotels, attractions, sports teams and transportation companies, and international tour operators,… Read the full news article

World Travel Awards brings the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2019 to Madeira

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LONDON, UK, 2018-May-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Madeira has been revealed as the host for the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2019. The Portuguese destination, which has taken the title of Europe’s Leading Island Destination four times, will use the event to boost its profile on the international stage. Madeira Tourist Board, which also walked away… Read the full news article

ITB Berlin 2016 will focus on the importance of water for the global travel industry

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At ITB Berlin 2016, the 11th Pow-Wow for Tourism Professionals in Hall 4.1b will focus on the importance of water for the global travel industry – exhibitors can register online BERLIN, Germany, 2015-9-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Water is a valuable and indispensable resource. Some countries have an overabundance of water, while many others… Read the full news article

Explore Minnesota: join us for a special proclamation to celebrate Minnesota’s vibrant craft beverage scene and its importance to the state’s travel industry

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St. Paul, MN, 2015-9-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Explore Minnesota: join us for a special proclamation to celebrate Minnesota’s vibrant craft beverage scene and its importance to the state’s travel industry WHAT: 2015 “Minnesota Brewer & Vintner Day” at the Minnesota State Fair Join Lt. Gov. Tina Smith and Explore Minnesota for a special… Read the full news article

TI Infotech at World Travel Mart in London on 3-6 Nov 2014

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NOIDA, India, 2014-10-27 — /Travel PR News/ —  TI Infotech, a premier information technology company with a focused approach on delivering quality services, is participating at World Travel Market – the leading global event for the travel industry. World Travel Market happens every year in the Excel London Exhibition Centre, United Kingdom. Travel industry professionals… Read the full news article

Las Vegas’s travel and tourism industry leaders attend Connecting America Through Travel (CATT) conference in Washington D.C.

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Washington D.C., United States, 2013-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leaders from Las Vegas’s travel and tourism industry and business community participated in today’s inaugural Connecting America Through Travel (CATT) conference in Washington D.C. The forum was organized by the U.S. Travel Association and was co-chaired by Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) President/CEO Rossi Ralenkotter, former chairman… Read the full news article

Philippine Airlines (PAL) returns to to London starting November 4, 2013

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Manila, Philippines, 2013-10-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The return of Philippine Airlines (PAL) to London starting November 4 will be the centerpiece of the country’s participation at the World Travel Market (WTM), the biggest global event for the travel industry which opens on the same day PAL arrives at the British capital. The resumption of non-stop flights to… Read the full news article

Travelport, Porter Airlines sign new multi-year full content agreement

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Multi-year Extension Includes Upgrade to Direct Sell Connectivity Level Toronto, 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Travelport,  a leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry,  today announces a new multi-year full content agreement with Porter Airlines, giving all Travelport-connected travel agents access to the airline’s full published fares and inventory, including… Read the full news article

U.S. Travel Association: The Travel Industry has Added 85 Percent of Jobs Lost During the Great Recession

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Travel Employment Accelerates in April Washington, D.C., 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — David Huether, senior vice president of research and economics at the U.S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Labor Department announcement that the U.S. economy added 165,000 jobs in April and the unemployment rate edged down slightly to 7.5 percent: “The travel industry continues to lead the way… Read the full news article

PATA Youth Forum: Smart Businesses Are Embracing the Youth Travel Segment

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Bangkok, 2013-04-25— /travelprnews.com/ — Next Gen travel industry professionals shared their forthright views with over 150 travel industry students and young professionals at the PATA Youth Forum on April 25 at Thammasat University in Bangkok. Interactive sessions debated on how new generations are finding, searching and connecting to travel and tourism industry now and in the… Read the full news article