(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Oct-14 — /Travel PR News/ — In a move that could reshape how travelers from Asia explore Europe, global digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with the United Kingdom’s largest hotel chain, Premier Inn, to list more than 900 of its hotels across the UK, Germany, and Ireland. The collaboration is expected to give… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BRUSSELS/ OSLO, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group has officially opened Radisson RED Oslo City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel, marking a major step forward in sustainable hospitality and placing Oslo at the forefront of climate-conscious travel. The new property is one of the first two hotels worldwide to achieve Verified… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) PATA’s Mid-Year Update to its Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2025–2027 refines its March outlook, modelling three recovery scenarios for 39 destinations amid geopolitical tensions, economic volatility and community pushback against mass tourism. Key takeaways include a projected rise from 692 million to 801 million international arrivals by 2027 under the “medium” scenario; China,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Air India has launched a partnership with Loyyal to enable Maharaja Club members to earn points on purchases with major US and UK retailers—such as Walmart, Victoria’s Secret, and Alamo—at rates ranging from 45 to 310 points per £ 100/US 100 spent. Points can be redeemed for award flights or cabin upgrades, allowing… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Visit Maldives has appointed Bollywood star and entrepreneur Katrina Kaif as its Global Brand Ambassador to bolster the new Summer Sale Campaign. The initiative, offering exclusive deals on luxury resorts, boutique guesthouses, and family accommodations across major markets like the UK, Russia & CIS, DACH, Italy, Poland, Spain, and India, aims to highlight… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Blue Islands has launched a new direct flight service between Newcastle and the Channel Islands, offering up to three flights a week this summer. The new route, celebrated with an inaugural flight, strengthens the airline’s connectivity and supports tourism in the region. Blue Islands is also introducing a new route to Paris starting… Read the full news article
IHG’s midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, has rapidly expanded since launching in 2023 with more than 117 hotels now open or in the pipeline (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has expanded its midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, into the UK with the opening of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury. The hotel, part of IHG’s partnership… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) easyJet has been named one of the top 50 Best Places to Work in the UK by Glassdoor for 2025, ranking sixth and marking its highest position to date. The airline is the only airline on the list, praised for fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where employees can grow and thrive. easyJet’s focus… Read the full news article
Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Virgin Atlantic tease 2025 travel agent challenge to win unmissable prizes for agents and their travel agency (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Virgin Atlantic have teamed up to launch Destination Unknown, a unique sales incentive for travel agents in 2025. The competition will challenge 10 agents from… Read the full news article
Flights starting 01 February 2025, bookings open now Seamless connections to/from points in USA, UK, Europe, Southeast Asia via Delhi (IN SHORT) Air India is launching daily flights between Delhi and Bhuj, starting on February 1, 2025, with its A320 aircraft. This new service provides seamless one-stop connections for travelers from Bhuj to various domestic… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has announced the early launch of its Airbus A350 daily service to Edinburgh, starting January 3, 2025. The addition highlights Emirates’ commitment to offering enhanced travel experiences with its latest aircraft. The Edinburgh service, part of a broader A350 rollout to eight other destinations including Mumbai, Lyon, and Colombo, complements the airline’s… Read the full news article
Germany, Netherlands, Austria, UK and Türkiye to welcome new midscale conversion brand (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of four new Garner properties across Europe, expanding the brand’s presence in the UK, Germany, Austria, and Türkiye. Launched in 2023, Garner focuses on providing a flexible, midscale conversion option for hotel owners… Read the full news article
The highly anticipated Park Hyatt London River Thames is now open for guests seeking elevated luxury (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has officially opened the Park Hyatt London River Thames, marking the brand’s first property in the United Kingdom. Located in the Nine Elms district along the River Thames, the hotel features 203 luxurious guestrooms… Read the full news article
International stays dominate 90% of overall bookings (IN SHORT) dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest-serving travel provider, has reported a 35% increase in international travel bookings for July and August 2024 compared to last year. The most popular destinations for UAE travelers are Thailand, Maldives, Mauritius, Turkey, and the UK, with Mauritius experiencing significant growth. This… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) British Airways has announced the return of its Riyadh-London route during the GREAT FUTURES expo in Riyadh, an event aimed at fostering business engagement between the UK and Saudi Arabia. The year-round service, set to commence on November 4, 2024, will operate four times a week, utilizing Boeing 787 aircraft from London Heathrow… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) British Airways has resumed its daily flights to Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone after a four-year hiatus. Operating a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, the airline now offers year-round service from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi, bolstering connections between the UAE and the UK. The daily flight schedule promises enhanced connectivity for travelers, whether… Read the full news article
The Hydrogen in Aviation alliance is calling for a comprehensive industrial strategy for aviation to ensure the UK is a global leader in the development of hydrogen aviation The report sets out how to ensure the country has the right conditions for the technological development, regulation, infrastructure, financial framework and hydrogen supply that will be needed for hydrogen… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport proudly announces its recognition as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for 2023, according to the latest data released by the Civil Aviation Authority. Analyzing both scheduled and chartered flights, the report reveals Belfast City Airport’s exceptional punctuality, surpassing 24 other UK airports surveyed. Mark Beattie, Chief Operating Officer, attributes this… Read the full news article
Starting 13 March 2024, the codeshare gives customers greater access to more destinations across the UK and Ireland The move further strengthens Qatar Airways’ ongoing partnership expansion with Aer Lingus’ parent company International Airlines Group (IAG) (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways and Aer Lingus are set to commence a new codeshare partnership on March 13, 2024,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has made history by becoming the first international airline to become a member of The Solent Cluster, a UK-based initiative aimed at promoting low-carbon investments and reducing CO2 emissions in the South Coast of England. The Solent Cluster is a collaborative effort involving international organizations, manufacturers, businesses, academic institutions, and more. Emirates… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) dnata Travel Group has named Lesley Rollo as the Chief Executive Officer, UK, responsible for overseeing the operations of the group’s seven UK-based brands. Lesley, who previously served as Managing Director for Travelbag within the dnata Travel Group, brings extensive industry experience to her new role. dnata Travel Group is a division of… Read the full news article
The New Life Choir from Uganda is touring the UK and Ireland on behalf of the charity Abaana, which is raising funds to support Ugandan children in escaping poverty The group of 20 primary school children performed for passengers while they waited for a connecting flight at Manchester Airport and were treated to breakfast and… Read the full news article
Building on the brand’s largest-ever international marketing campaign – The World’s Neighborhood Hotel, Borrowed by Hotel Indigo continues to highlight what it means to be inseparable from the community (IN SHORT) Hotel Indigo, part of IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, is introducing “Borrowed by Hotel Indigo,” a unique program in the US and UK, allowing… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Project CAELUS, led by AGS Airports in collaboration with NHS Scotland and funded in part by the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Future Flight Challenge, has conducted live flight trials to establish the UK’s first national medical distribution network using drones. The trials took place between Glasgow Airport and NHS Golden Jubilee in… Read the full news article
Prague, Czech Republic, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Condé Nast Traveller UK announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Four Seasons Hotel Prague recognized among the Top 10 Hotels in Central and Southern Europe. More than 520,000 Condé Nast Traveller UK and US readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive… Read the full news article
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has been named as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for Q1 and Q2 2023 following the publication of new figures from the Civil Aviation Authority. The data analyses arriving and departing scheduled and chartered flights, with figures for the first six months of… Read the full news article
London, UK, 2023-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — UK flag carrier British Airways and India’s leading airline IndiGo, have signed a codeshare agreement to boost connections between the UK and India. Through this partnership – which sees British Airways add its code onto a range of destinations across IndiGo’s network – customers can enjoy improved connectivity… Read the full news article
Cruise Line Announces a New Trade Competition for Club Royal Members Across UK and Ireland LONDON, UK, 2023-Sep-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has announced ‘The Big Royal Thank You’ competition for travel partners across UK and Ireland and featuring the largest prize pot to date. The interactive competition platform, dubbed ‘Bounty of the Seas,’ will be… Read the full news article
British Airways’ predecessor, BOAC, became the first British airline to operate passenger flights between the UK and Japan in 1948 To celebrate this milestone anniversary, British Airways is launching its latest business class seat, reintroducing its First cabin, and offering menus inspired by traditional dishes previously served on this route for customers to enjoy London,… Read the full news article
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest network operating carrier in Africa is pleased to announce that it will commence a thrice weekly services to/from London-Gatwick starting from November 21, 2023. The new service will be operational every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday as per the below schedule. Flight Number Frequency Departure Airport Departure… Read the full news article