Category Archives: Travel Services

Marjan Rintel nominated for second four-year term as President and CEO as KLM advances structural transformation and leadership changes

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(IN SHORT) Air France-KLM’s Board of Directors has approved the nomination of Marjan Rintel for a second four-year term as President and CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines following a recommendation from KLM’s Supervisory Board and Group CEO Benjamin Smith, with the Works Council now being consulted ahead of a final decision at the shareholders’… Read the full news article

Kempinski Group Enters US Residential Market with Luxury Branded Development in Miami Design District

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(IN SHORT) Kempinski Group has unveiled Kempinski Residences Miami Design District, its first branded residential development in the United States, in partnership with DaGrosa Capital Development Partners. The two-tower project will deliver 138 luxury residences at the gateway to Miami’s Design District, combining architecture by Arquitectonica, interiors by Rockwell Group, and landscapes by Enea. Managed… Read the full news article

Qantas Increases Direct Sydney–Sapporo Flights to Meet Growing Australian Demand for Hokkaido Travel

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(IN SHORT) Qantas has confirmed a major expansion of its Sydney–Sapporo seasonal service for the 2026/27 winter, increasing flights from three per week to up to five per week and adding more than 10,000 additional seats. The move follows strong demand during the current ski season and continued growth in travel between Australia and Japan,… Read the full news article

KLM Finalises Long-Haul Fleet Renewal as Last Boeing 787 Dreamliner Enters Service

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(IN SHORT) KLM has taken delivery of its 28th and final Boeing 787 Dreamliner, completing a fleet of 13 787-9s and 15 787-10s that will form the backbone of its long-haul operations for years ahead. Since introducing the first Dreamliner more than a decade ago, KLM has steadily expanded the fleet to combine efficiency, passenger… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport Appoints Zoom Cars as New Official Taxi Operator Under Five-Year Agreement

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(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport has appointed Zoom Cars as its new official on-airport taxi operator from 1 February under a five-year contract, replacing Arrow Cars after more than ten years of service. The family-run Bristol firm was selected for its strong employee standards, modern and increasingly electric fleet, and commitment to sustainability and customer service…. Read the full news article

Swissport Sets New Sustainability Benchmark with All-Electric Ground Handling Operation in Switzerland

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(IN SHORT) Swissport has completed Switzerland’s first fully electric aircraft turnaround at Geneva Airport, handling a Brussels Airlines flight using exclusively electric ground support equipment from arrival to departure. The milestone demonstrates that comprehensive ground handling operations can be delivered with lower emissions while maintaining safety, efficiency, and punctuality. The achievement reflects Swissport’s broader strategy… Read the full news article

Accor Launches ALL Accor Booking Experience in ChatGPT to Redefine Digital Hotel Discovery

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(IN SHORT) Accor has launched the ALL Accor booking and loyalty platform within ChatGPT, allowing travellers to search, explore and plan hotel stays using natural language. Available in more than 20 languages, the AI-based app enables users to view rates, property details and loyalty benefits before completing secure bookings via ALL Accor. The move reinforces… Read the full news article

Accor Appoints Leire Leoz as Chief Franchise Officer to Strengthen Premium, Midscale and Economy Operations

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(IN SHORT) Accor has appointed Leire Leoz as Chief Franchise Officer for its Premium, Midscale and Economy division, effective 2 February, strengthening its focus on franchise performance and owner partnerships. Reporting to Group Deputy CEO Jean-Jacques Morin, Leoz will oversee franchise strategy, operational excellence, and partner support across Accor’s global network. She brings extensive hospitality… Read the full news article

A New Luxury Eco-Resort Takes Shape in Northeastern Brazil Under Minor Reserve Collection

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, 2026-Jan-27 — /Travel PR News/ — A new chapter in luxury travel is set to unfold along Brazil’s sun-washed northeastern coast, as Minor Hotels prepares to introduce its newly launched Minor Reserve Collection with a resort in the nature-rich region of Rio Grande do Norte. According to details shared by the group, Aventora Resort… Read the full news article

West Africa’s Air Peace Broadens Its Global Reach Through New Travelport Partnership

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(NEWS) LONDON, UK / LAGOS, NIGERIA, 2026-Jan-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Peace is taking another step onto the global travel stage as the West African carrier expands the availability of its flights through a new multi-year agreement with Travelport. Based on details shared in official updates, the partnership will make the airline’s full range… Read the full news article

A Historic Chicago Building Is Set to Become the First U.S. Outpost of Ruby Hotels

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(NEWS) ATLANTA, 2026-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has confirmed the U.S. debut of its Ruby Hotels brand with a new property planned for downtown Chicago, marking a strategic milestone in the brand’s international expansion. Based on details shared in official announcement, the hotel will be developed and operated by Ruby Group… Read the full news article

Life in the Fast Lane How Thailand’s Urban Wellness Scene Is Helping Travelers Reset

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Urban wellness is gaining momentum across Thailand as the country adapts its long-standing spa culture to meet the needs of modern, city-based travelers. While Thailand has traditionally been associated with destination resorts and retreat-style wellness experiences, a growing number of operators are now bringing recovery-focused services directly… Read the full news article

From Relaxation to Rest Why a Bangkok Sleep Salon Is Drawing Global Attention

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — A new niche within Thailand’s fast-expanding wellness tourism sector is taking shape in central Bangkok, where Chandee Sleep Salon & Massage has introduced a spa concept centered on sleep recovery rather than traditional relaxation alone. Located in the Silom business district near major transit links, the boutique… Read the full news article

Bangkok’s First ‘Sleep Salon’ Combines Vietnam’s Viral Head Spa Ritual with Thai Massage Tradition

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(IN SHORT) Chandee Sleep Salon & Massage has emerged as a standout player in Bangkok’s fast-growing wellness tourism scene by introducing a 17-step Vietnamese “Ring of Water” head spa experience uniquely designed to promote deep relaxation and sleep recovery rather than simple pampering. Located in Silom near BTS Chong Nonsi and King Power Mahanakhon, the… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Strengthens Its Five-Star Offering With the Opening of Terminal 1 Pier

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(NEWS) MUNICH, Germany, 2026-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport is preparing to open its new Terminal 1 Pier on April 13, marking a significant expansion of its infrastructure and a capacity boost aimed primarily at non-Schengen traffic. Based on details outlined in official airport statement, the new pier is designed to strengthen operational efficiency… Read the full news article

Runway Events and Passenger Donations Power Support for Air Ambulance NI

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(NEWS) BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2026-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Ambulance NI has received more than £140,000 in charitable funding following the conclusion of a two-year partnership with Belfast City Airport, which supported the charity as its official Charity Partner. Based on details shared in official updates from both organisations, the contribution reflects funds raised… Read the full news article

A Familiar Maldivian Island Finds New Life With the Relaunch of NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort

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(NEWS) MALDIVES, 2026-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Minor Hotels‘ premium hospitality brand NH Collection Hotels & Resorts has officially relaunched NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort following a comprehensive refurbishment and rebrand, repositioning one of Baa Atoll’s long-established island resorts for today’s travellers. Based on information shared in the company’s official announcement, the transformation introduces redesigned… Read the full news article

From Renaissance views to beachfront calm ten new Mandarin Oriental Exceptional Homes land in the Mediterranean

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2026-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental is broadening its presence in the private villa market with a significant expansion of its Exceptional Homes collection, adding ten new residences and introducing Florence, Sardinia and Marbella as new destinations. Based on information outlined in the company’s official announcement, the move brings the portfolio… Read the full news article

From trial to tarmac Changi Airport’s autonomous journey takes shape

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(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2026-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Changi Airport has taken another step toward redefining the airport of the future, with fully driverless autonomous tractors now operating live on its airside to transport passenger baggage. Based on details shared through official announcement, the deployment follows nearly a year of intensive testing and signals a shift… Read the full news article

Inspiring future flyers and innovators inside London Luton Airport’s student competition

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2026-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — London Luton Airport is turning its focus to the future of aviation with the launch of a new competition designed to inspire students across Luton to explore the careers, creativity and skills that keep an airport running every day. Based on details shared in official announcement, the initiative… Read the full news article

A cultural welcome unfolds at Halifax Stanfield’s new International Connections Facility

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(NEWS) NOVA SCOTIA, Canada, 2026-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Halifax International Airport Authority is redefining the first moments of arrival in Atlantic Canada with the completion of its International Connections Facility at Halifax Stanfield, a project that blends modern aviation infrastructure with a powerful sense of place rooted in Mi’kmaq culture. Based on details shared… Read the full news article

A new way to explore South Africa inside the SAA and CemAir domestic partnership

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(NEWS) JOHANNESBURG, South Africa , 2026-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways is reshaping the domestic travel map with a new codeshare partnership with regional carrier CemAir, a move aimed at opening up parts of South Africa that have traditionally sat beyond the reach of the national airline’s network. Based on details shared in… Read the full news article

TUI Junior Academy brings environmental education to the heart of Türkiye’s coastal communities

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(NEWS) BERLIN, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Care Foundation is expanding its footprint along Türkiye’s coastline through the latest phase of the TUI Junior Academy Türkiye, an education-led programme designed to turn environmental awareness into real-world action in some of the country’s most visited coastal regions. Drawing on details shared through official project updates,… Read the full news article

A champion’s journey takes wing as Aryna Sabalenka partners with Emirates

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(NEWS) DUBAI, UAE, 2026-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is expanding its presence in global tennis with the appointment of world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka as its first dedicated tennis ambassador, a move that aligns elite sport, international travel and the airline’s long-running investment in the game. The partnership, outlined in recent official announcements, reflects… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra Promises a New Way to Experience Mallorcan Living

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2026-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental is set to strengthen its Mediterranean footprint with the upcoming opening of Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra Mallorca, a new coastal retreat scheduled to welcome its first guests in spring 2026. Located in Calvià near Puerto Portals, the resort occupies a prominent position on the Punta… Read the full news article

New Hilton Golf Resort Near Suvarnabhumi Blends Airport Access with Resort Living

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has expanded its flagship presence in Thailand’s capital with the opening of Hilton Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Golf Resort & Spa, introducing the brand’s first golf resort in South East Asia just minutes from the country’s main international gateway. The opening adds a new dimension to Hilton’s Bangkok… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean and The Wiggles Team Up for Another Season of Family Fun at Sea

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SYDNEY, 2026-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean is bringing back its Wiggly-themed cruises for a second consecutive year, expanding its partnership with The Wiggles with three dedicated sailings from Australia in the 2026/27 summer season. Departing from Sydney and Brisbane aboard Anthem of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas, the cruises  are designed… Read the full news article

Florence Prepares for Landmark Rothko Retrospective as Hotel Savoy Unveils Exclusive Art Experiences

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FLORENCE, 2026-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Florence is preparing to host one of its most ambitious contemporary art events in recent years with a major retrospective dedicated to Mark Rothko, running from 14 March to 23 August 2026. Timed to coincide with the exhibition, Hotel Savoy Florence has unveiled a programme of curated cultural experiences… Read the full news article

The Prestige Lounge Just Got Tastier Korean Air Brings Ramyeon to Incheon

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SEOUL, 2026-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air has taken another step in redefining the premium airport experience with the unveiling of its newly renovated Prestige East (Left) Lounge at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2. The reopening, which follows earlier lounge upgrades completed in 2025, forms part of a broader infrastructure expansion as the airline… Read the full news article

Wizz Air Expands Mediterranean and European Network with New Routes from Italy and Bulgaria

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(NEWS) BUDAPEST, 2026-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air is accelerating its expansion across Southern and Eastern Europe with a series of new route announcements that strengthen its presence in Italy and Bulgaria while deepening connectivity with key leisure and cultural destinations across the Mediterranean and beyond. The latest developments underline the airline’s continued focus… Read the full news article