Daily Archives: September 10, 2012

IHG and Select Group Ink Deal to Open InterContinental Dubai Marina in 2013

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Rahail Aslam (CEO, Select Group) with Pascal Gauvin (COO, IMEA, IHG)

Dubai, UAE, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ —  IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, has signed an agreement with Dubai-based property developer Select Group to open InterContinental Dubai Marina. Part of the Bay Central development in the cosmopolitan Marina area, the hotel will offer rooms as well as residential suites for longer staying guests…. Read the full press release

KINGS ISLAND TAKES HOME TOP HONORS FOR BEST KIDS’ AREA IN THE WORLD

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KINGS ISLAND, Ohio, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — And the Golden Ticket goes to … Kings Island! The Golden Ticket Award – the amusement and theme park industry’s equivalent of the Academy Award – has again gone to Kings Island for the “Best Kids’ Area in the World” category. Kings Island has now won the “Best Kids’… Read the full press release

Fall Restaurant Week in Hershey

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Hershey, Pa., 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Restaurant Week in Hershey, scheduled for September 23 – 29. Food lovers can make reservations at select restaurants now. Nine restaurants operated by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts will offer a two-course lunch for just $15 and a three-course dinner for just $30 during this event, which is offered in both… Read the full press release

Airport Director of the year joins The Food Travel Experts

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP America, the North American division of SSP, the leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, is delighted to announce the addition of aviation veteran and former airport director of the year winner, John Clark III, to its Business Development team.  In his role as Vice President of… Read the full press release

HALLOWEEN HAUNT OPENS SEPTEMBER 21 AT KINGS ISLAND

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Halloween Haunt features over 500 gruesome creatures, 12 spine-chilling haunted attractions and thrill rides KINGS ISLAND, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Every weekend this fall, Kings Island gets transformed. And so will you. Now in its sixth season, Halloween Haunt is a veritable playground of terror featuring over 500 gruesome creatures, 12 spine-chilling haunted attractions and 20… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group Opens 100th Hotel in Latin America

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Ramada Encore in Guadalajara, Mexico

PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, a member of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) family and the world’s largest hotel company with over 7,170 hotels around the globe, today announced the opening of  the Ramada Encore hotel in Guadalajara, Mexico, its 100th property in Latin America. Wyndham Hotel Group is strategically expanding its footprint in… Read the full press release

IHG Announces Robust Expansion Plans in Indonesia

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Jakarta, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG has announced robust expansion plans for Indonesia, identifying it as a key growth market within the region. Revealing a strong pipeline especially in the midscale segment for Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express, IHG will also strengthen its position in the market with the launch of Hotel Indigo, which will… Read the full press release

Message to hunters concerning the transport of cartridges

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Autumn is the traditional hunting season in Finland. Finavia advises hunters to familiarise themselves with official instructions for weapons and cartridges in case your plan is to fly to the hunting ground. 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Finnish Transport Safety Agency says that five kilograms per person is the limit for cartridge transport by air when… Read the full press release

EVA Adapts iPads to Advance Onboard Service and Safety. New Apple video shows innovative uses in cabin and cockpit

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Apple, the world’s leading technology innovator, launched a brand-new video, showcasing creative business adaptations of its popular iPad. In the video, Apple highlights EVA Air for its use of the iPad as a flight-crew tool for advancing flight safety and service quality. EVA is the only Asian carrier to be featured in… Read the full press release

New Ramp from Dulles Airport Access Highway to I-495 Opens September 8

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New Ramp from Dulles Airport Access Highway to I-495 Opens September 8

2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new ramp and flyover bridge connecting the eastbound Dulles Airport Access Highway to I-495 will open to traffic on Saturday, September 8, 2012. The ramp provides a direct connection to the northbound and southbound Capital Beltway (I-495), improving safety and convenience for traffic near the interchange. Drivers on the Access Highway… Read the full press release

Experience the Best of Virginia’s Brilliant Fall Foliage in the Great Outdoors

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Outdoor lovers can enjoy fall splendor in Virginia while backpacking, hang-gliding, tree climbing, paddling, hiking and more RICHMOND, Va., 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — From the shores of the Chesapeake Bay to the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, Mother Nature is a major draw each fall in Virginia as 15 million acres of foliage burst into color and illuminate… Read the full press release

Airport Authority Receives Strike Notice from its Employees

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ST. JOHN’S, NL, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — St. John’s International Airport Authority received a 72 hour strike notice at 5:30pm this evening from the Public Service of Canada (PSAC) Local 90916, the union representing Airport Authority maintenance employees, firefighters, snow plow operators and administrative personnel.As of 5am Tuesday, September 11, 2012, the union will be in a… Read the full press release

Norwegian Reports Strong Passenger Figures in August

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian’s (NAS) passenger growth continued in August. More than 1.7 million passengers flew with Norwegian, up 13 percent compared with the same month last year. The load factor was also high, while Norwegian’s on-time performance was significantly affected by the lack of air traffic controllers at Avinor (Norway’s civil aviation authority). During… Read the full press release

Hilton Glasgow Serves Up First Class Food and Beverage Manager

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Hilton Glasgow today announced the appointment of a new senior team member, Simon Magnus, to the hotel’s renowned hospitality team. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

GLASGOW, Scotland, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Glasgow today announced the appointment of a new senior team member, Simon Magnus, to the hotel’s renowned hospitality team. The appointment comes at a time when the hotel is undergoing an extensive multi-million pound renovation and redesign. Magnus has been appointed as food and beverage manager and will oversee the… Read the full press release

UNIQUE ESSENTIAL TRAVEL HAND-LUGGAGE POLICY

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Unique hand-luggage only policy created by EssentialTravel.co.uk in response to 233% increase in Brits travelling light to save money. 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading travel add-on provider, EssentialTravel.co.uk, will now be offering a 10% discount to passengers opting to travel with hand-luggage only. EssentialTravel.co.uk spokesperson Stuart Bensusan explains:”The average claim cost for hand-luggage is lower than for a hold bag… Read the full press release

Hilton Doha Gets the Golden Seal of Approval

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The newly-opened Hilton Doha yesterday hosted, for the first time, the monthly meeting of Qatar Concierge Society (QCS). Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Newly-Opened Hotel Hosts Qatar Concierge Society Meeting DOHA, Qatar, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The newly-opened Hilton Doha yesterday hosted, for the first time, the monthly meeting of Qatar Concierge Society (QCS). The prestigious Les Clef d’Or, was also represented at the event with two past Presidents in attendance at the event. Also known as the Union Internationale des… Read the full press release

Palm Springs’ Boutique Spas Participate in National Spa Week

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Palm Springs, CA, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Palm Springs spas and a salon are participating in Spa Week, a national wellness event scheduled for October 15-21, 2012, promoting a healthy lifestyle and the benefits of spa visits. During Spa Week, visitors and residents can take advantage of select signature spa treatments for only $50.00 at… Read the full press release

Movie House Winery Open in Downtown Morrilton

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Movie House Winery in Morrilton

2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amid the great antique shopping offered in the well-preserved downtown of Morrilton is a new treasure – Movie House Winery. Ken and Sherrie Sowers opened the winery in a newly renovated 1930s building that once housed the Petit Jean Movie Theatre. Movie House Winery produces a variety of wines – semi-sweet, dry… Read the full press release

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR ANNOUNCES $9.99 PER DAY WEEKEND SPECIAL

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Customers Can Begin Reserving Friday Through Monday Rentals For Fall Travel Season St. Louis, Mo., 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, North America’s largest rental car brand, kicked off the fall travel season today by announcing its annual $9.99 per day special weekend rate. The offer runs through May 22, 2013, at the majority of Enterprise’s 5,500… Read the full press release

Neil Poisson Named Executive Assistant Manager Of Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

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Industry Veteran from Hilton San Francisco Joins Resort September 1 HONOLULU, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide announced today that Neil R. Poisson has been named executive assistant manager of its flagship resort in Hawaii, Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort. He will oversee the operations of the company’s largest hotel, which encompasses 22 beachfront acres and… Read the full press release

Up, up and away! Grand Travel Day at the airport terminal on 16 September • Lots of flights and fun and games for kids • Free parking in the multi-storey car park

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sun, sand and sea or city breaks – Dresden International Airport’s timetable offers lots of opportunities to explore the world from Dresden. Looking for a flight or a holiday for this coming autumn, winter or spring 2013? You’re bound to find just the thing at the Grand Travel Day in the terminal…. Read the full press release

Boardwalk Scores Another Golden Ticket

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Boardwalk Scores Another Golden Ticket

SANTA CRUZ, CA, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has again been recognized as the “Best Seaside Park” in the world by the amusement industry. The historic California amusement park was honored during the 2012 Golden Ticket Awards, considered the Academy Awards of the amusement industry. TheBoardwalk has won the Golden Ticket Award… Read the full press release

Iberia ofrece un millon de plazas a precios muy reducidos

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Iberia garantiza que en la propia web de la compañía, www.iberia.com, el cliente encontrará el precio final más bajo, precio que es el que se anuncia desde el principio. Esta oferta está disponible para volar a 30 destinos nacionales y 67 internacionales, en vuelos operados por Iberia y por sus afiliadas y asociadas. Los precios parten desde 39 euros por… Read the full press release

SFO Wins Gold and Silver Magellan Awards

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Travel Weekly Lauds SFO as Sustainability Leader and Recognizes Its Social Media Program SAN FRANCISCO, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel Weekly, a business-to-business resource for the travel industry, recently announced the winners of its annual Magellan Awards, and in this Olympic year, San Francisco International Airport came away with both a gold award and a silver… Read the full press release

LOS ANGELES AIRPORT POLICE SWEARS IN NEW POLICE OFFICER

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Los Angeles, California, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — New Officer Vincent Roddy joined the ranks of the Los Angeles Airport Police today following graduation from the Los Angeles Police Academy in downtown Los Angeles. Roddy was selected as class vice-president by his academy peers. He was also voted top cadet in report writing and in tactical training,… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport: passenger numbers up 1.5% in August

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — With 1,930,954 passengers handled, growth at Brussels Airport continues through August. This 1.5% increase in passenger numbers is in line with the average traffic growth recorded at other European airports this summer. Year-to-date passenger growth amounts to 2%. Whereas the last few months, growth was particularly driven by transfer traffic, O&D traffic… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Graduates 197 Professionals

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ethiopian Aviation Academy graduated 12 pilots, 125 aviation maintenance technicians and 60 cabin crew at a ceremony held at the Ethiopian Headquarters on Thursday, September 6, 2012. At the graduation ceremony, Ethiopian CEO, Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam, gave out diplomas to all the graduates, and flight wings to graduating pilots and cabin crew…. Read the full press release

Macau International Fireworks Display Contest Starts

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2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — 24th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest staged its première fireworks display tonight, featuring the wonderful performance from the Korean and Thailand teams and attracted a great number of citizens and visitors to enjoy. Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macau Special Administrative Region, Cheong U, Secretary-General of World Tourism Organization… Read the full press release

BRITISH GOVT SHOULD FOLLOW SPANISH LEAD – CUT COSTS – FLY RYANAIR

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TAXPAYERS DESERVE THE BEST VALUE ON TRAVEL EXPENSES 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (10th Sept) called on the British Government and its civil servants to follow the cost saving example of Spanish politicians after the President of Valencia (Alberto Fabra) instructed govt workers to cut costs by flying with low… Read the full press release

“Wild at Heart” Bridges Gap between Primates and People Lincoln Park Zoo, University of Chicago Medicine host special evening

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Chicago, 2012-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heart disease is the primary cause of death for American adults and captive chimpanzees. Join Lincoln Park Zoo’s Dr. Lester E. Fisher Director of Veterinary Medicine Kathryn Gamble, DVM, and Allan Anderson, MD, associate professor of medicine and director of theAdvanced Heart Failure Program at the University of Chicago Medicine, for a… Read the full press release