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Kimpton KAFD Riyadh opens in the heart of King Abdullah Financial District, marking a new chapter for luxury lifestyle hotels in Saudi Arabia

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(NEWS) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 2025-Sep-9 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has marked a milestone in its luxury and lifestyle portfolio with the debut of Kimpton KAFD Riyadh, the brand’s first property in the Middle East. Located in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), the 16-floor hotel combines Kimpton’s signature playful spirit with… Read the full news article

Hilton opens The Printing House Nashville as a design-forward Tapestry Collection hotel celebrating the city’s printing legacy and music culture

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(NEWS) NASHVILLE, TN, 2025-Sep-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has expanded its Tapestry Collection portfolio with the opening of The Printing House Nashville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a 187-room lifestyle hotel inspired by the city’s deep-rooted printing heritage and creative spirit. Located at Third Avenue and Peabody Street in Nashville’s South Bank neighborhood, the property… Read the full news article

Rebranded Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast set to shine as Hilton Curio Collection’s flagship waterfront destination in Southwest Florida

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(NEWS) CHARLOTTE HARBOR, FL, 2025-Sep-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunseeker Resort has announced its transformation into Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection by Hilton, a move set to elevate the property into one of Florida’s premier waterfront destinations. Owned by Blackstone Real Estate and managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, the rebrand brings the resort… Read the full news article

Hilton opens Palacio de Godoy Cáceres Curio Collection hotel in UNESCO-listed historic city of Spain

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(NEWS) CÁCERES, Spain, 2025-Sep-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has expanded its Curio Collection with the debut of Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 16th-century palace transformed into a luxury hotel in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Cáceres, Spain. Originally built in 1563 as the residence of Spanish conquistador Francisco Godoy,… Read the full news article

New challengers muscle into UK ride-hail: co-ops, luxury fleets, bidding models and airport transfer apps test Uber’s grip

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Challengers rise: UK ride-hail market splinters beyond Uber and Bolt. Cabbidder launches: bidding model cuts costs on airport and long-distance trips. Sherbet expands: £40m boost for electric black-cab fleet and AI booking. VAT ruling: Supreme Court shields rivals from Uber’s tax burden. More choice: on-demand, fixed-fare, luxury, and bidding apps now compete. Driver focus: lower… Read the full news article

New departures-level drop-off zone at Brussels Airport to open in 2026 with smoother access and expanded capacity

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(NEWS) BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport has begun preparatory work on a new drop-off zone that will be located behind the Sheraton hotel, directly at the departures hall level. Expected to open by October 2026, the redesigned area will provide smoother and more direct access to the terminal, a larger capacity… Read the full news article

Global tourism leaders to gather in Chiang Rai for PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 under wellness and tradition theme

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(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has confirmed Chiang Rai as the host of the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 (PDMF 2025), which will take place from December 1–3 at the Heritage Chiang Rai Hotel & Convention. Announced during the closing of PDMF 2024, the selection… Read the full news article

Expanded Qatar Airways–China Southern partnership boosts access from China to over 170 destinations worldwide

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(NEWS) DOHA, Qatar, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines have expanded their codeshare partnership and increased frequencies on routes between Doha and Beijing Daxing, strengthening connectivity ahead of China’s Golden Week travel period. From 16 October 2025, Qatar Airways will codeshare on China Southern’s three weekly non-stop flights between Beijing… Read the full news article

AirAsia launches Cebu hub to expand connectivity across the Philippines and strengthen links with Malaysia and Asia

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(NEWS) SEPANG, Malaysia, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia has officially launched Cebu as its newest hub in the Philippines, marking a significant step in its multi-hub strategy and reinforcing its commitment to growth and connectivity across Asean. Set to commence operations on 15 November 2025, the Cebu hub will initially serve five routes including… Read the full news article

Flight funding returns as Blue Islands continues to back Channel Islanders with travel support for opportunities and enrichment

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(NEWS) GUERNSEY, Jersey, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands has opened applications for its latest round of flight funding, continuing its initiative to support Channel Islanders in pursuing opportunities that may otherwise be out of reach. Since its launch in 2019, the programme has provided more than 500 flights to charities, organisations, and individuals,… Read the full news article

Waymo to launch autonomous ride-hailing service at San José Mineta International Airport later this year

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(NEWS) SAN JOSÉ, CA, 2025-Sep-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Waymo has secured approval to operate its autonomous ride-hailing service at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC), marking a significant step toward expanding self-driving transportation in the Bay Area. The rollout will begin with fully autonomous testing using Waymo employees, followed by commercial service for travelers… Read the full news article

Novotel and WWF France inspire student-led hospitality designs at Accor Design Awards in Paris

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(NEWS) PARIS, 2025-Sep-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor has announced the winners of its 9th Accor Design Awards at the Maison&Objet fair in Paris, spotlighting the future of sustainable hospitality through the creativity of design students. This year’s competition challenged participants to redesign Novotel guestrooms in ways that reduce carbon footprints and support ocean conservation,… Read the full news article

New UK app Cabbidder brings competitive bidding to airport transfers, aiming to cut costs for passengers and reduce dead mileage for drivers

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Sep-6 — /Travel PR News/ — A new travel app, Cabbidder, has entered the UK market with the aim of reshaping how passengers book airport transfers and long-distance taxi journeys, according to a press release just published on TravelPRNews.com. Instead of calling multiple firms and comparing inconsistent quotes, customers can now publish their… Read the full news article

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises unveils four new EUROPA 2 itineraries for summer 2027 from Asia to the Mediterranean

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(NEWS) HAMBURG, Germany, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has unveiled four new itineraries for its small luxury ship EUROPA 2, scheduled between June and August 2027, offering guests unique routes from Southeast Asia across the Indian Ocean and African coastlines to the western Mediterranean. These new voyages replace the previously published Red Sea… Read the full news article

Tourism for Development Month brings fresh opportunities for artisans and storytellers through TUI Care Foundation projects

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(NEWS) BERLIN, Germany, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The TUI Care Foundation has launched three new projects under its Tourism for Development Month, aimed at empowering creative communities in Least Developed Countries through sustainable tourism. In Cambodia, the TUI Colourful Cultures Battambang initiative is supporting the city’s artistic revival by organising urban arts festivals,… Read the full news article

New TUI Suneo Otaru to bring leisure holiday experiences to Japan starting in 2029

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(NEWS) HANOVER, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — TUI Group has announced its entry into the Japanese market with the signing of its first hotel management agreement in the country, marking a new milestone in the company’s global expansion. The newly built TUI Suneo Otaru, scheduled to open in 2029, will introduce the group’s leisure… Read the full news article

John Millman joins students as Emirates launches nationwide initiative to support young people through tennis

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(NEWS) BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has expanded its community impact in Australia with the launch of its Force for Good program, a five-year initiative aimed at supporting disadvantaged children and young people through tennis. In partnership with the Australian Tennis Foundation, the airline is investing $2.25 million to provide opportunities… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport and Trip.com unveil free layover tours to showcase the city’s culture and attractions

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has introduced a new free layover tour program that gives transfer passengers the chance to discover the city’s cultural landmarks and iconic views during their transit. The initiative, jointly organized with Trip.com, is available to passengers with at least seven hours… Read the full news article

Rome prepares for grand launch of Anantara Concorso Roma 2026 featuring classic cars, luxury experiences and cultural venues

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(NEWS) ROME, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Rome is preparing to host the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma in April 2026, an event set to showcase the finest of Italian automotive heritage, luxury lifestyle, and cultural elegance. Initially planned for 2025 but postponed due to the passing of the Pope, the debut edition has now been… Read the full news article

How to visit historic attractions in Oxford and Cambridge for free while staying in an ancient university

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A travel expert says that Oxford and Cambridge Universities’ short terms, combined with the Open events in these cities, means that visitors can stay cheaply in an historic college this September while enjoying free entry to many historic attractions. OXFORD, UK, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — While many universities are welcoming ‘freshers’ and returning… Read the full news article

Cabbidder launches to make UK airport transfers and long-distance taxi journeys cheaper and easier for customers

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(IN SHORT) Cabbidder, a new UK travel app, has officially launched with the goal of making airport transfers and long-distance taxi bookings easier and more transparent. Instead of calling multiple firms, passengers can post their journey details once in the app and receive offers from licensed Hackney and Private Hire Operators nationwide. The platform simplifies… Read the full news article

New dual-branded Hilton development brings Tru and Homewood Suites to Saltillo’s growing industrial hub

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(NEWS) MEXICO/ MIAMI, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has expanded its presence in Mexico with the debut of Tru by Hilton Saltillo and Homewood Suites by Hilton Saltillo, a dual-branded development owned by American Hotels Group. Located in one of the country’s fastest-growing industrial hubs, the new properties bring together comfort and convenience for… Read the full news article

Texas welcomes its first Signia by Hilton as La Cantera Resort & Spa conversion begins accepting reservations

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(NEWS) SAN ANTONIO, TX, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has confirmed that La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio will soon reopen as Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa, marking the brand’s debut in Texas. Now accepting reservations for stays beginning October 1, 2025, the 496-room property is owned by Ohana… Read the full news article

New dual hotel development adds over 420 rooms to IHG’s growing Bengaluru presence with Hotel Chetan International

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(NEWS) BENGALURU, India, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a dual signing in Bengaluru, India, adding more than 420 rooms to its portfolio with the planned launch of Crowne Plaza Bengaluru KIADB Aerospace Park and Holiday Inn Express Bengaluru KIADB Aerospace Park. The two properties, set to open in early… Read the full news article

Nova Park and IHG strengthen partnership with launch of Garner Hotel Pattaya Central this year

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(NEWS) PATTAYA, Thailand, 2025-Sep-3 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to expand its midscale brand Garner into Southeast Asia with the opening of Garner Hotel Pattaya Central later this year. Located in the heart of Pattaya, the 153-room property will be developed in partnership with Nova Park Company Limited, a long-standing… Read the full news article

Korean Air Cargo and Swissport join forces to modernize JFK freight terminal with sustainability and automation at the core

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(NEWS) ZURICH, Switzerland, 2025-Sep-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air Cargo has signed a five-year partnership with Swissport to manage and modernize its long-standing freight terminal, Cargo Building 9, at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Effective September 1, 2025, the deal gives Swissport full responsibility for operating, subleasing, and upgrading the 232,500-square-foot facility, with… Read the full news article

AirJapan enhances travel value with Selected fare discounts and Bangkok lounge access for first 150 passengers

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(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Sep-2 — /Travel PR News/ — AirJapan has launched a special discount campaign for its Bangkok–Tokyo (Narita) and Singapore–Tokyo (Narita) routes, running from September 1 through September 30, 2025. During the campaign, passengers booking the airline’s “Selected” fare type can receive discounts of 1,040 THB on the Bangkok route and 37 SGD on the… Read the full news article

ANA becomes first Asian airline to adopt EcoVadis system for responsible procurement and supply chain transparency

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(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Sep-2 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) has become the first airline in Asia to adopt the services of EcoVadis, the global leader in sustainability ratings, in a move to enhance its environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework. The Tokyo-based airline will use EcoVadis’ Sustainability Intelligence Suite to evaluate suppliers, address… Read the full news article

Hilton named Best Workplace in Asia for eighth consecutive year with focus on employee growth and leadership development

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(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Sep-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton has been ranked the number one Best Workplace in Asia by Great Place to Work®, reinforcing its standing as the region’s top hospitality employer for eight consecutive years. The recognition reflects Hilton’s dedication to creating a workplace culture centered on wellness, inclusion, purpose, and growth opportunities… Read the full news article

British Airways and British Airways Holidays announce major End of Summer Sale with discounted flights and getaways worldwide

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(NEWS) LONDON, 2025-Sep-1 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways and British Airways Holidays have unveiled their “End of Summer Sale,” giving travellers the chance to book discounted flights and holiday packages for travel in late 2025 and throughout 2026. Running until 30 September 2025, the sale covers a broad mix of destinations, from European… Read the full news article