Ryanair boosts Kraków winter network to 67 routes with four new city links

Four people at a Ryanair and Kraków Airport event hold a Winter 2026 sign advertising PLN 99 fares and 100000 seats

Sixteen based aircraft and more than 30 frequency increases deepen the carrier's Kraków operation while new services target Budapest Dubrovnik Rabat and Venice. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ryanair plans to base 16 aircraft at Kraków for Winter 2026 which is three more than the previous winter. Four new routes to Budapest Dubrovnik Rabat and Venice will bring… Read the full news article

Manchester Airport spotlights eight spooky half-term breaks with fares from £34 return

Halloween display at Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen illuminated at night

From Dracula lore in Romania to Halloween trails in Copenhagen and Derry, the airport’s October round-up highlights short family escapes for the school break. KEY TAKEAWAYS Manchester Airport has published an October half-term round-up of eight Halloween-themed family mini-breaks across Europe. The lowest quoted fare is £34 return per person from Manchester to Dublin, with… Read the full news article

Minor Hotels Puts Architecture at the Heart of the Stay for World Architecture Day

De Rotterdam towers on the River Maas waterfront in Rotterdam, home to nhow Rotterdam.

Eight NH Collection and nhow properties across Europe and Dubai show how restored landmarks, industrial conversions and contemporary icons can connect travellers with local identity. KEY TAKEAWAYS Minor Hotels is highlighting eight NH Collection and nhow properties where architecture is positioned as part of the destination experience. Heritage-led examples include a former Murano glass factory,… Read the full news article

Ryanair adds 19th Manchester aircraft as winter network grows to 66 routes

Image accompanying Ryanair's Manchester Winter 2026 announcement

Warsaw Modlin joins the Winter 2026 schedule while 26 existing routes gain additional frequencies and the airline plans 3.5 million seats from Manchester. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ryanair is adding a 19th based aircraft at Manchester Airport for Winter 2026 and says its schedule will cover 66 routes. Warsaw Modlin is the only new route in the… Read the full news article

Ryanair expands UK winter network to 435 routes as APD and visitor levy debate intensifies

Ryanair image accompanying its UK Winter 2026 schedule announcement

The airline is adding 22 UK routes for Winter 2026 while pressing the government on aviation taxation and renewing criticism of NATS after two September system disruptions KEY TAKEAWAYS Ryanair’s Winter 2026 UK programme will span 435 routes, including 22 new services across London and regional airports New London routes include Stansted to Glasgow, Malmö… Read the full news article

Virtuoso Editors Spotlight Eight New Hotels in Updated 2026 Luxury Travel Roundup

The September 21 editorial selection spans new and reimagined stays in Madrid, Miami Beach, Charleston, Athens, Venice, Riviera Nayarit and New York. KEY TAKEAWAYS Virtuoso updated its “The Best New Hotels of 2026 (So Far)” editorial feature on September 21, 2026. The selection covers eight properties across Spain, the United States, Greece, Italy and Mexico…. Read the full news article

Silver Spirit Begins 50-Day Mediterranean Grand Voyage Across 40 Destinations

Silversea’s 2026 sailing links Lisbon and Athens through 12 countries, 48 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and overnight stays in Málaga, Livorno and Istanbul. KEY TAKEAWAYS Silver Spirit departed Lisbon on September 18 for a 50-day Grand Voyage Mediterranean ending in Athens on November 7, 2026. Silversea says the itinerary covers 40 destinations in 12 countries… Read the full news article

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Opens 52-Voyage Summer 2028 Season Across Europe

Evrima, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection yacht, sailing in coastal waters

Evrima and Ilma will sail Mediterranean and Northern European routes from late April through October, adding first calls at Gijón and Portovenere and more Greek Isles and Adriatic itineraries. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has opened reservations for 52 Summer 2028 voyages aboard Evrima and Ilma, sailing from late April through October. Voyages will… Read the full news article

Venice Leads New Global Cultural City Ranking as Italy Takes Seven Top-10 Places

Pettitts Travel graphic showing the top 10 culturally rich destinations, led by Venice, New Delhi and Florence

Pettitts Travel’s 70-city index places New Delhi and Florence next, using museums, heritage, religious sites, languages, UNESCO listings and food markets to score cultural depth. KEY TAKEAWAYS Venice ranks first with a perfect 10/10 in Pettitts Travel’s current 70-city cultural destinations index, ahead of New Delhi and Florence. Seven Italian cities appear in the top… Read the full news article

Oceania Sonata Floats Out in Italy as Oceania Cruises Moves New Luxury Class Toward 2027 Debut

Oceania Sonata during its float-out at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard in Italy

The 1,390-guest ship has entered its fitting-out phase at Fincantieri’s Marghera yard ahead of an August 2027 inaugural season spanning more than 90 destinations. KEY TAKEAWAYS Oceania Sonata has floated out at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard, moving from dry dock to the fitting-out berth ahead of its planned August 2027 entry into service. The approximately 86,000-gross-ton… Read the full news article

British Airways and British Airways Holidays Highlight Flight and Package Savings Ahead of Peak Travel Planning Season

(IN SHORT) British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their annual June Original Sale, running from 4 June to 25 June 2026, with discounts on flights and holiday packages across short-haul and long-haul destinations. Flight offers include return fares to Boston from £459, Washington from £469, Miami from £489, New York from £529 and… Read the full news article

Minor Hotels Unveils Nationwide Culinary Journey Celebrating Regional Italian Heritage from Venice to the Amalfi Coast

(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has introduced a curated gastronomic programme across its Italian properties, guiding guests through regional culinary traditions from Venice and Florence to Rome and the Amalfi Coast. Featuring restaurants led by acclaimed chefs, including Michelin-starred concepts, the initiative highlights local ingredients, seasonal menus, and interpretations of Italian heritage that reflect the cultural… Read the full news article

A New Era of Luxe Globe-Trekking: Four Seasons Unveils an Ultra-Curated 20-Day Journey Aboard Its Signature Private Jet

(NEWS) TORONTO, 2025-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is charting a bold new chapter in luxury air travel with New World Icons, a 20-day Private Jet Experience itinerary departing March 26 to April 14, 2027. The newly announced journey brings together first-time destinations, returning favorites, and a curated arc of cultural… Read the full news article

Travellers Gain More Italian Getaways as Wizz Air Launches New Flights from London Luton

(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers departing from London Luton Airport (LLA) now have even more opportunities to explore Italy, as Wizz Air expands its network with new connections to Rome, Milan, and soon, Venice. According to a press announcement, the airline has introduced 11 weekly flights from Luton to Rome Fiumicino… Read the full news article

SAS announces major Business Class upgrade with expanded lounge access across Europe and Scandinavia

(NEWS) STOCKHOLM, 2025-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced a significant upgrade to its Business Class offering, focusing on expanded lounge access for premium travelers. Through new partnerships with established lounge operators, SAS will add around 35 additional lounges at key destinations across Europe and Scandinavia, providing customers with an improved and… Read the full news article

The Leading Hotels of the World Expands Portfolio with Ten New Members, Enriching Global Luxury Experiences

(IN SHORT) The Leading Hotels of the World proudly introduces ten new properties to its prestigious portfolio, expanding its collection of luxury hotels across the globe. From the desert landscapes of Baja California to the historic elegance of Venice, these additions offer unparalleled experiences that are deeply connected to their locations. Each hotel brings something… Read the full news article

Peter Marino Leads the Reimagination of Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice, Honoring its Timeless Legacy

(IN SHORT) Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice, is undergoing a stunning transformation guided by architect Peter Marino. The renovation, which begins with the unveiling of the first phase on May 27, 2025, will honor the hotel’s rich cultural history and create a harmonious blend of classical and contemporary design. Featuring luxurious suites, a new… Read the full news article

Venice Welcomes Violino d’Oro: A Luxurious Boutique Hotel Celebrating Art and Sustainability

(IN SHORT) Collezione Em has announced the opening of Violino d’Oro, a five-star boutique hotel in Venice, Italy, designed to showcase the city’s rich cultural and artistic heritage. The hotel features 32 rooms and celebrates Venice’s role as a place of cultural encounter throughout history. The design and décor showcase a wide range of artistic… Read the full news article

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice Presents Pasqua Perfetta Easter Experiences

London, UK 2023-Mar-20 — / Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, the five-star hotel and former flour mill on Giudecca island, has announced a series of Easter offerings to help families experience the Pasqua perfetta this April. From festive feasts featuring authentic seasonal dishes to spa treatments and even an Easter-themed cocktail, the hunt for Easter ends at… Read the full news article

British Airways: New Daily Flight from London to Florence Now Available for Summer 2023

London, UK, 2023-Jan-03 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has announced a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence, Italy, for Summer 2023. Starting on 16 April 2023, the new flight will operate daily from London Heathrow’s Terminal 5 at 07:50 on an A320Neo aircraft. Known for its Renaissance art scene, architectural masterpieces… Read the full news article

Ryanair unveils its biggest ever Bristol schedule with 33 routes for Summer ‘23

London, UK, 2022-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, today (8th Dec 2022) announced its biggest ever Bristol schedule with 33 routes for Summer ‘23, incl. exciting new routes to Bydgoszcz, Porto, Marseille and Venice. This unrivalled growth (10% vs S’22) is underpinned by the addition of a 5th based aircraft,… Read the full news article

SAS presents its 2023 summer program with more than 200 routes

Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS opens 20 new routes the summer of 2023 which means more than 5000 weekly flights to over 100 destinations. The new summer program includes more than 200 routes, and the number of flights will continue to rise on major domestic, Scandinavian and international routes as demand… Read the full news article

Get Merry at Hilton Molino Stucky Venice’s Magical Christmas & New Year

London, UK 2022-Nov-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Molino Stucky Venice is thrilled to announce a series of yuletide offerings for guests staying throughout the Christmas and New Year 22/23 season. From December 8th 2022 all the way through to January 7th 2023, the historic five-star hotel on Giudecca island will be abuzz with all things festive,… Read the full news article

Travel News: Murano-Inspired Jewellery Launches at Hilton Molino Stucky Venice

London, UK, 2022-Oct-2— /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, the historic five-star hotel and former flour mill on the city of canals’ Giudecca island, is delighted to present the latest Brush Jewellery collection, now on display at the property. From 1st September 2022, Brush Jewellery’s new Italian Collection, which was inspired by Venice and is handmade in… Read the full news article

Ryanair marks 35 years of operations in Cork with enhanced connectivity

3 Based Aircraft, 25 Total Summer Routes & 2 New Routes For Winter’22 DUBLIN, Ireland, 2022-Jun-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe, and Ireland’s No.1 airline today (22nd June) celebrates the milestone anniversary of 35 years of operations in Cork with strong Summer bookings for Ryanair’s record Cork Summer schedule of 25 routes to exciting… Read the full news article

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts adds the historic Hotel Bauer in Venice, Italy into its esteemed European collection of luxury hotels and resorts

Following a multi-year renovation, the historic hotel will join the brand’s impressive European collection of iconic properties in 2025 Hong Kong, 2022-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ — In an ongoing continuation of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®’ commitment to thoughtful and strategic global growth, the brand is pleased to announce that it has been selected to… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to rebrand historic Hotel Danieli as Hotel Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel in 2025

Gruppo Statuto extends long-term partnership with Four Seasons, selecting the luxury brand to manage historic hotel ideally located along Venice’s Grand Canal Toronto, Canada, 2022-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and Gruppo Statuto, one of Italy’s preeminent hotel development companies, announce that Four Seasons will assume management… Read the full news article

Orient Express announces plans for second Orient Express hotel in Italy at the Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in Venice

Berlin, Germany, 2022-May-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Legendary travel brand Orient Express, part of the world-leading Accor group, has signed a partnership agreement with Italian hospitality group Arsenale S.p.A to open the second Orient Express hotel in Italy at the spectacular Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in Venice. The Groups have selected architect and interior designer… Read the full news article

Aer Lingus announces up to 20% off on European flights and checked baggage this summer

Dublin, Ireland, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The excitement for summer is building as Aer Lingus has just announced big savings on travel to Europe. Jetsetters can enjoy up to 20% off European flights as well as up to 20% off checked baggage right across summer. Jet off on a sunshine escape to the… Read the full news article

Finavia airports offers more than 130 destinations in Europe, America and Asia this summer

Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Flights are resuming at both Helsinki Airport and regional airports after the pandemic. In the summer, there will be direct flights from Finavia airports to more than 130 destinations. “There will be new destinations for the summer, as well as flights to familiar cities and beaches in… Read the full news article