(NEWS) SEOUL, South Korea / TOKYO, Japan, 2026-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — In East Asia, the distance between Tokyo and Seoul is short enough for a simple flight, but the experience of moving between the two cities can feel like crossing between two very different versions of modern urban life. Tokyo draws visitors into a… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) KLM and Royal Schiphol Group have signed the final agreement for the relocation of several KLM facilities at Schiphol, including KLM Catering Services, Topside and the airline’s cargo buildings. The agreement was signed on May 29 by KLM CFO Bas Brouns and Royal Schiphol Group CFO Robert Carsouw. The relocation will allow Schiphol… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DÜSSELDORF, Germany, 2026-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Airlines often promote their employees as the face of the customer experience, but every so often a member of cabin crew steps into an entirely different spotlight. For millions of television viewers across Germany, that spotlight belonged this year to Aurélie Carina, a 22-year-old flight attendant from… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines are expanding their joint New Zealand-Singapore network for the Northern Winter 2026 season, running from 25 October 2026 to 27 March 2027. The expansion includes three new weekly Air New Zealand non-stop services between Singapore and Christchurch using Boeing 787 aircraft, complementing Singapore Airlines’ existing Christchurch operations… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Agoda has partnered with KakaoBank to integrate its hotel booking experience into the KakaoBank app, giving users of one of South Korea’s leading digital banks direct access to Agoda’s global accommodation inventory. The collaboration reflects the increasing overlap between travel services, financial technology and everyday digital platforms, allowing customers to browse and book… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Lufthansa Group is expanding its winter 2026/27 flight schedule with new long-haul destinations, increased frequencies and a broader rollout of Lufthansa’s Allegris cabin. Lufthansa will add eleven new Allegris destinations, including Vancouver, Houston, Denver, Atlanta, Detroit, San José, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur from Frankfurt, as well as Singapore, Washington and Cape Town from… Read the full news article
(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2026-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cruise companies are entering the 2026 summer season facing a more cautious and cost-conscious traveller. After several years marked by disrupted travel plans, rising airfares, inflation, and uncertainty around added holiday costs, many travellers are placing greater emphasis on flexibility, transparent pricing, and convenience when booking vacations…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG, marking the luxury conversion brand’s first property in London and IHG’s debut in Canary Wharf. Developed with Yianis Group, the 142-room hotel is scheduled to open in summer 2026 and will offer guestrooms and suites with views over the River… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Berkeley Richmond, a 55-room boutique hotel in Richmond’s historic Shockoe Slip neighborhood, has joined Outset Collection by Hilton following an extensive renovation of its guest rooms, public spaces and hospitality offering. As one of the first properties in Hilton’s new lifestyle brand, the hotel combines its long-standing local heritage with Hilton’s global… Read the full news article
(NEWS) TOKYO, Japan, 2026-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Anime cafés, themed pop-up stores, collectible merchandise, and character-driven exhibitions have become a major force within Japan’s domestic tourism economy. What was once considered a niche fan subculture has evolved into a powerful travel driver, with visitors increasingly planning trips around concerts, gaming events, manga collaborations, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Vodafone Albania and Tirana International Airport have launched “Security That Travels With You”, a strategic technology initiative that brings Airbus’ airport security and mission-critical communications solution to Tirana International Airport. The implementation makes TIA the first airport in the Western Balkans to deploy Airbus’ airport security solution as part of Vodafone Group’s global… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association honoured long-standing member organisations during the PATA Executive Board & Board Member and PATA Awards Presentation Dinner on May 11, held as part of the PATA Annual Summit 2026 in Pohang, Korea. The recognition formed part of PATA’s 75th anniversary commemorations and celebrated organisations with more than 50,… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SYDNEY, Australia, 2026-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — As winter evenings settle over Sydney Harbour each year, the city’s waterfront transforms into one of Australia’s largest outdoor light galleries. Ferries move beneath illuminated bridges, projections ripple across historic buildings, and crowds gather along Circular Quay to experience Vivid Sydney, the city’s annual celebration of light,… Read the full news article
(NEWS) OYSTER POND, Saint Martin, 2026-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Power outages are an occasional reality across many Caribbean islands, particularly during periods of extreme weather, infrastructure strain, or seasonal storms. For travelers, those interruptions can quickly shift a tropical getaway from relaxing to frustrating — especially in destinations where air conditioning, internet access,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Clearview, Sydney’s only glass boat cruising restaurant, has announced the return of its Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise experiences for the 2026 festival season, running from 22 May to 13 June, offering guests a premium on-water perspective of the city’s popular lights festival. Designed with floor-to-ceiling windows and an almost entirely glass-wrapped structure, the… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Kazanu has installed a modern, energy-efficient backup generator at its property in Oyster Pond, Saint Martin, designed to keep the entire accommodation running during island-wide power outages. The system can support guest rooms and key amenities such as air conditioning, kitchen appliances, lighting, Wi-Fi, the swimming pool, hot tub systems, and other essential… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Raffles Hotels & Resorts has opened Raffles Jeddah, a new luxury hotel on the Red Sea Corniche that brings the brand’s signature butler service, refined design and curated guest experiences to one of Saudi Arabia’s most important coastal destinations. The property strengthens Raffles’ presence in the Kingdom and supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030… Read the full news article
(NEWS) PARIS, France, 2026-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Long before the main draws begin at Roland-Garros, the grounds of the famous Paris tennis complex already carry a different kind of energy. Practice courts fill with rising players, stadium crews prepare for two intense weeks of competition, and young tennis fans crowd the fences hoping for… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Madrid has introduced a renewed selection of Natura Bissé treatments at its spa, strengthening its position as a leading luxury wellness destination in the Spanish capital. The new menu combines cosmetic science, expert techniques and a holistic approach to personal wellbeing, with facial and body rituals designed to deliver visible… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — For many luxury hotels, anniversaries are marked with refurbished suites, limited-edition menus, or nostalgic marketing campaigns. But as Anantara Hotels & Resorts celebrates its 25th year, the group is placing its focus elsewhere — on the people guests remember long after the stay itself ends. The brand… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SYDNEY, Australia, 2026-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — As winter settles over Sydney Harbour, the city’s skyline once again transforms into a nightly theatre of colour, projections, music, and light. Ferries glide beneath illuminated bridges, crowds gather along Circular Quay, and the sails of the Sydney Opera House become giant moving canvases during one of… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) KLM is celebrating the 80th anniversary of its Amsterdam–New York route, which began on 21 May 1946 when the airline became the first European carrier to launch scheduled service to the United States after World War II. The first flight, operated with a Douglas C-54 Skymaster, carried 32 passengers and took more than… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MANILA, Philippines, 2026-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In a hospitality market as competitive and fast-evolving as Metro Manila, maintaining a luxury hotel’s five-star status is less about prestige alone and more about consistency. As international travel continues to recover across Southeast Asia, hotels in the Philippine capital are facing growing expectations from both… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MIAMI, FL, United States, 2026-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Cruise loyalty programs have long rewarded repeat travelers with perks like priority boarding, cocktail receptions, and upgraded amenities. But for many returning guests, the real appeal lies elsewhere — the chance to travel with a familiar community of like-minded passengers while revisiting destinations through… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SHANNON, Ireland, 2026-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Young people from across County Clare were recognised this week for community leadership, resilience, and social impact at the 2026 Clare Garda Youth Awards, an annual programme that highlights positive contributions made by young people throughout the county. Held at Hotel Woodstock in Ennis, the awards ceremony… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Zoo Atlanta’s Brew at the Zoo will return on Saturday, May 23, 2026, offering an adults-only Memorial Day Weekend festival experience with beer and cider samples, live music, evening wildlife viewing, Keeper Talks, yard games and complimentary carousel rides. The event will feature samples from more than 30 Georgia breweries and cideries, with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has completed the first retrofit of a two-class Airbus A380 aircraft as part of its multi-billion dollar cabin refurbishment programme, converting the aircraft into a three-class layout with Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy cabins. The refurbished A380, registered A6-EUX, has returned to service on the Dubai-Birmingham route and now includes 76… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-May-20 — /Travel PR News/ — As Africa Day approaches, hotel groups across the continent are increasingly positioning travel experiences around cultural diversity, conservation, and multi-destination itineraries rather than relying solely on traditional safari tourism. That broader approach is central to a new campaign launched by Minor Hotels, which is highlighting its portfolio… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Applebee’s and Wyndham Rewards have launched a new partnership allowing Wyndham hotel guests to order Applebee’s To Go delivery directly through the Wyndham mobile app while earning loyalty points. Members placing qualifying orders of $15 or more receive free delivery and earn 10 Wyndham Rewards points per dollar spent, with additional bonus points… Read the full news article
(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, United States, 2026-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — For decades, the hotel room has quietly shaped the way people imagine comfort. The oversized bed layered in crisp white linens, the sculptural bedside lamp, the perfectly weighted throw pillow, the calming neutral palette that somehow feels both aspirational and effortless — travelers check out,… Read the full news article