Shannon Airport welcomes Ryanair services to Fuerteventura, Birmingham and Budapest

Three new air services set to take flight from Shannon Airport Inaugural services to Fuerteventura, Birmingham and Budapest ready for take off Shannon, Ireland, 2021-Oct-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Holiday options from Shannon Airport are set for a welcome boost in the coming weeks as the airport launches three new Ryanair services to Fuerteventura,… Read the full news article

Airbnb.org partners with Calgary Catholic Immigration Society to help support Afghan refugees in Canada

Airbnb.org will partner with the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society to help support some of the 40,000 Afghan refugees the Canadian government has committed to welcome over the coming months. San Francisco, CA, 2021-Oct-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Earlier this year, Airbnb.org committed to provide temporary housing to 20,000 Afghan refugees worldwide. As thousands of Afghans… Read the full news article

Air Canada partners with Switch Health to offer customers the most comprehensive range of travel testing options

Portable COVID-19 molecular & antigen test kits that can be used around the world. New self-test kit, whose results meet requirements to enter Canada, enables customers to avoid using a travel testing clinic abroad. Aeroplan Members get preferred pricing and earn points on all Switch Health testing products. MONTREAL, CANADA, 2021-Oct-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada today… Read the full news article

Home Sweet Holcombe! The newly-opened gastronomic Somerset gem

    Recently upgraded 11-bedroom restaurant with rooms located in the village of Holcombe, Somerset Gastronomy is a focus of owners’ Alan and Caroline; professional chefs focused on providing guests with an exciting food offering that is both locally sourced and sustainable Somerset, UK, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Located in the heart of… Read the full news article

Silversea Cruises’ ‘Project Evolution’ to be First Cruise Ship to Use Fuel Cells to Provide 100% of Power While at Port

MIAMI, FL, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The cruise industry’s first hybrid powered ship is set to debut summer 2023 as part of Royal Caribbean Group’s (NYSE: RCL) ultra-luxury brand Silversea Cruises. The new class of ships, known as ‘Project Evolution,’ will operate using a trio of power sources including a fuel cell system,… Read the full news article

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Rosewood Villa Magna

Set in the heart of the capital city’s distinguished Salamanca district, the reimagined icon represents a milestone for Madrid’s hospitality landscape Madrid, Spain, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a comprehensive refurbishment and redesign, Rosewood Villa Magna, one of Madrid’s most iconic and venerable properties, officially debuts today to launch its next chapter under… Read the full news article

Radisson Collection announces the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Wuxi

Wuxi, China, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Collection, Radisson Hotel Group’s anthology of iconic lifestyle hotels, has continued to expand its portfolio in China with the launch of Radisson Collection Hotel, Wuxi, a stylish and sophisticated new downtown hotel that puts guests in the heart of one of China’s most compelling cities. Newly… Read the full news article

Mytheresa, luxury fashion platform to open new logistics center at Leipzig/Halle Airport

The leading platform for luxury fashion Mytheresa has announced that it’ll be opening a new logistics center, directly at Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany. Leipzig, Germany, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — It will be the company’s second one in addition to its headquarters in Munich. This is likely to create about 500 new jobs in… Read the full news article

Jumeirah Group appoints Andy Nicholson as General Manager & Director of Experience of Inside Burj Al Arab

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group has announced the appointment of Andy Nicholson as General Manager & Director of Experience of Inside Burj Al Arab, a new and innovative butler-guided tour offering a unique glimpse into the exclusive world of the global icon. Andy brings with him an in-depth and well-rounded… Read the full news article

UNWTO and ICAO strengthen partnership to support safe restart of travel and tourism

Madrid, Spain, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO and the International Civil Aviation Organization have agreed to strengthen their partnership with the aim of supporting the safe restart of travel and tourism and accelerating the two sectors’ shift towards greater resilience and sustainability. Confirmed a week ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26),… Read the full news article

OpenTable and Bumble partner to launch local guides, making planning a date easier than ever before

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — With relationships heating up and fall romance in full swing, people are entering a different dating scene after more than a year of social distancing. In fact, according to a recent Bumble survey of US daters, over 45% of people are feeling both hopeful and excited about the… Read the full news article

British Airways signs long-term agreement with Daon following successful trial of mobile health pass, VeriFLY

British Airways and American Airlines were the first airlines to trial mobile digital health pass, VeriFLY by Daon Over 500,000 customers have successfully used the pass to make sure they have the right documentation ahead of their flights British Airways has extended its relationship with VeriFLY following the rollout of the technology across its network,… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways welcomes the signature of the Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement between the State of Qatar and the European Union and its Member States

The State of Qatar is the first partner with whom the European Commission launched negotiations following the adoption of the Aviation Strategy for Europe (2015) – it is also the first State to cross the finish line This is the first Aviation Agreement between the EU and a GCC Member State DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Oct-26 —… Read the full news article

Domus Stay Appoints GribbonBerry to Lead Global Travel PR and Domus Nova Ibiza

London UK, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Domus Stay has appointed travel and lifestyle specialist PR agency GribbonBerry to handle communications for the UK and international media market. The agency will promote Domus Stay and its associate business, Domus Nova Ibiza. The agency will be showcasing both businesses remarkable collection of design-led properties, driving… Read the full news article

Cathay enables customers earn rewards through its new online shopping platform

Explore thousands of carefully curated products, earn miles with every purchase and enjoy next-day delivery Hong Kong, China, 2021-Oct-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay is excited to introduce a new online shopping experience to its customers that enables them to elevate their lifestyle with a selection of carefully curated items and earn rewards along… Read the full news article

The Reykjavik EDITION to open in Preview on November 9th, 2021

With typical élan, Ian Schrager has captured the spirit of Iceland and set a new standard of luxury in its capital city. BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — A flourishing culinary hotspot with cool cafés, a rollicking nightlife and an epic music scene, the spotlight is shining brightly on Iceland’s hip capital city… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces Ty Breland, Ph.D. to succeed Global Chief Human Resources Officer David Rodriguez, Ph.D.

Marriott Veteran Ty Breland Named Successor BETHESDA, MD, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today (OCTOBER 18, 2021) that Executive Vice President and Global Chief Human Resources Officer David Rodriguez, Ph.D. will step down from his role at the end of October and retire at the end of 2021… Read the full news article

Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen opened its doors to guests

The 149-Room Hotel sets a benchmark for longer stay accommodations in the popular holiday destination SOLIDARIDAD, QUINTANA ROO, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ —Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen has officially opened its doors, with a prime location on the Federal Highway Cancun, Chetumal, and close proximity to world-renowned beaches and breathtaking views. With… Read the full news article

Sunwing offers zero change fees and free COVID-19 medical coverage on most all inclusive packages

Plus, agents and customers will find relevant COVID-19 content on destination, hotel and Travel Requirements landing pages Toronto, ON, Canada, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunwing is making it as easy as possible for agents and customers to navigate the new world of travel with more flexibility, insurance options and relevant content than ever… Read the full news article

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority appoints Mamie Mallory and Timothy Poole to its Board of Directors

Washington DC, USA, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority announced today (October 20, 2021) the appointment of Mamie Mallory and Timothy Poole to its Board of Directors. Both are appointees of the governor of Maryland. Mallory is widely recognized for her distinguished career at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), prior… Read the full news article

Oman Air won three awards at the World Travel Awards 2021

Muscat, Oman, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air has won Middle East’s Leading Airline, Middle East’s Leading Airline: Customer Experience, and Middle East’s Leading Airline: Economy Class at the prominent World Travel Awards 2021, voted for by air travellers based on their own experiences. The awards were announced online this year and recognize… Read the full news article

Lufthansa to name its first Boeing 787-9 “Berlin”

Official naming ceremony and first flight next year Lufthansa to receive a total of five “Dreamliners” in 2022 Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of the long-haul aircraft are around 30 percent lower than predecessors Cologne, Germany, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The German capital will receive a new “flying” ambassador: Lufthansa is naming its first… Read the full news article

KLM to operate direct flights from Amsterdam to 162 different destinations this winter

Intercontinental: More flights to the US, Caribbean Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM’s new winter schedule goes into effect on 31 October and is valid until 26 March 2022. As more and more travel restrictions are eased, KLM will be able to increase capacity again this winter and, as a result, plans… Read the full news article

SAS to fly more than 150 routes to 90 destinations for winter 2021-2022

Stockholm, Sweden, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — As demand for travel increases, SAS continues to open up new destinations and more frequent flights. SAS will fly more than 150 routes to 90 destinations during winter 2021-2022. SAS is also increasing the number of flights between the Scandinavian capitals and to other important destinations in… Read the full news article

Maldives won 4 awards in the Indian Ocean category in World Travel Awards

Male, Maldives, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives has won 4 prestigious awards in the Indian Ocean category in World Travel Awards – the most prestigious honors programme in global travel and tourism, established in 1993 and recognized globally as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence. The awards won by Maldives this year includes:… Read the full news article

Visit Maldives and French high-end lifestyle magazine Madame Figaro launch media campaign

Male, Maldives, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives conducts an exciting media campaign with Madame Figaro, a French high-end lifestyle magazine. Conducted from 14th October, the month-long campaign will promote the Maldives as a leading safe haven destination targeting the high-end market in France. Ultimately, the campaign aims to ensure Maldives remains the… Read the full news article

Travel Trade Maldives announces new categories for TTM Awards 2022

Male, Maldives, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Travel Trade Maldives has announced new categories for TTM Awards, which will feature expanded classifications reflecting resorts, hotels, technology & people. Currently, TTM Awards are only given to top producers in the Maldives’ tourism industry which are handed over at TTM Awards & Gala. Further details regarding… Read the full news article

Visit Maldives promotes Maldives to German travelers through partnership with Condor

Male, Maldives, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Visit Maldives launches a campaign with one of Germany’s largest leisure airlines, Condor, as part of the efforts to increase the popularity of Maldives amongst German travelers. The six-month long campaign will reach an impressive number of travel enthusiasts and travel trade from the German market. Through… Read the full news article

Sandra Douglass Morgan appointed to Allegiant’s Board of Directors

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Directors of Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today (Oct. 18, 2021) announced Sandra Douglass Morgan as its newest member.  Morgan, an attorney and former regulator, is currently the owner and manager of Douglass Morgan, LLC, a legal and consulting firm, and is the… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport offers 130 destinations this winter season

Brussels, Belgium, 2021-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — With the arrival of autumn, the aviation sector is preparing for the winter season with an adapted offer, which of course still takes into account any Covid-related travel restrictions. At Brussels Airport, the offer is particularly attractive with no less than 130 destinations served by 52 airlines, more than enough to satisfy anyone’s desire to get away. So what will it be? To the sun,… Read the full news article