Jet Airways offers guests attractive travel options with 21–day and 30–day APEX FARES

MUMBAI, 2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — This festive season, Jet Airways has introduced new 21-day and 30-day Apex fares, offering guest’s attractive savings on several domestic routes. The travel validity for the 21-day Apex fares is valid till October 18, 2012. While the 30-day Apex fares have no expiry date. On launching these exclusive fares, Mr.Sudheer Raghavan,… Read the full press release

CARIBBEAN AIRLINES ADDS THIRD WEEKLY NON-STOP LONDON FLIGHT

2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Effective November 20th, Caribbean Airlines commences a third weekly non-stop service between London and Port of Spain. The 3rd weekly non-stop will leave Port of Spain on Tuesdays to return from London on Wednesdays. The current non-stop services leave Port of Spain on Thursdays and Saturdays, returning on Fridays and Sundays. Caribbean… Read the full press release

Airports Authority Directors Adopt New Ethics Policies

Board Member Martire Re-seated; Will Serve through October 2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Board of Directors approved new ethics policies for board members and employees Wednesday in a meeting that also featured approval of an agreement to end legal action between Director Dennis L. Martire, the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Airports… Read the full press release

GTAA COMPLETES SUCCESSFUL ISSUE OF 10-YEAR MEDIUM TERM NOTES

TORONTO, CANADA, 2012-09-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) today announced that it has completed an issue of $400 million, 10-year Series 2012-1 Medium Term Notes. The notes carry a fixed 3.04 per cent coupon. The issue was oversubscribed with 58 institutional investors participating. Proceeds of the offering will be used to fund future… Read the full press release

Love Every Second in Sydney

Destination NSW, Qantas Airways and Qantas Vacations launch not-to-be-missed savings New York, NY – 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qantas Airways, Destination NSW and Qantas Vacations today announced fantastic travel deals and packages making it possible for Australia-bound travelers to “Love Every Second in Sydney.” Sydney’s natural surroundings and glorious harbor make it a must-see destination. Available for booking by September 28,… Read the full press release

Aviation an extraordinary opportunity for Austria as economic location

• Aviation sector employs a total of 75,000 people, and generates 4.6 billion euros, or 1.7 percent of total GDP • Forecast: demand for air transport services to double by 2030 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The renowned consulting and analysis company, Oxford Economics, has carried out a survey into the economic importance of the aviation industry… Read the full press release

Brand USA Announces Preliminary Results

Marketing Campaign Supports the President’s Executive Order on Travel and Tourism 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brand USA today announced preliminary results of its national tourism marketing efforts.  The announcement follows today’s release of a progress report by the Departments of State and Homeland Security on the advances made in travel facilitation since the announcement of the… Read the full press release

JW Marriott Brand to Open Luxury Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International’s (NYSE:MAR) world-class luxury hotel brand, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, announced today plans to open a new 300-room JW Marriott Hotel in Cabo San Lucas in 2015.  The property will be operated by Marriott under an agreement with Operadora Punta Peninsula, S.A. de C.V., and ownership group Grupo Diestra.   Located… Read the full press release

RYANAIR’S TEAM EUROPE IRISH RYDER CUP SPECIALS

1,000 €16 Seats For Every Point Won For Europe By Ireland’s Graeme McDowell & Rory McIlroy 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (27 Sept) announced its 2012 ‘Ryder Cup Specials’, offering 1,000 €16 seats for every point won by Ireland’s Graeme McDowell and Rory McIlroy during this weekend’s Ryder Cup. 12 of… Read the full press release

New Mercedes E-Class starts economy challenge at Nqy Airport

New Mercedes E-Class starts economy challenge at Nqy Airport

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — New Mercedes E300 BlueTEC Hybrid started economy challenge by driving up Newquay Cornwall Airport runway. Mercedes claims its most efficient E-Class ever combines both performance and efficiency. It says the E300 BlueTEC Hybrid can accelerate from rest to 62mph in 7.5 seconds. It can also achieve a maximum speed for 150mph and… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Applauds Selection of Chris Thompson as President and CEO of Brand USA

Washington, D.C., 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association applauded today’s announcement by the Brand USA board of directors that Chris Thompson would be its next president and CEO. Thompson is currently president and CEO for VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s destination marketing organization. “Chris Thompson is one of the strongest destination marketing leaders in the country, and he… Read the full press release

WIZZ AIR PRESENTS ITS BIGGEST EVER HUNGARIAN SUMMER SCHEDULE FOR 2013

AND ANNOUNCES 1 NEW BUDAPEST ROUTE TO/FROM GENEVA 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, Hungary’s low-cost, low-fare airline, today presented its summer schedule for 2013 which, with 33 routes on sale, is the largest ever. The airline also launched additional flights to Kiev**, Tel Aviv**, London and to sea destinations to accommodate the strong demand for… Read the full press release

Air New Zealand launches global search for The Great Walker

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — A global search is underway to find four adventurers to take on the challenge of a lifetime by completing all of New Zealand’s nine famous Great Walks in just nine weeks. Air New Zealand’s search for The Great Walker is being run in association with New Zealand’s Department of Conservation (DOC) and will see… Read the full press release

RYANAIR’S TEAM EUROPE UK RYDER CUP SPECIALS

1,000 £12 Seats For Every Point Won For Europe By UK Golfers 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (27 Sept) announced its 2012 ‘Ryder Cup Specials’, offering 1,000 £12 seats for every point won by Luke Donald, Paul Lawrie, Ian Poulter, Justin Rose and Lee Westwood during this weekend’s Ryder Cup…. Read the full press release

Stapleford Park’s 6 Month Membership Offer

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Stapleford Park, a Luxury Country House Hotel in Leicestershire, East Midlands, would like to celebrate this year’s summer of Sporting success by offering a unique six month only membership from 1st October 2012 until 31st March 2013. This one time only membership offer has all the benefits and privileges of a full… Read the full press release

Transforming the passenger experience at Heathrow

T2B Topping Out

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow is another step closer to transforming passenger experience with the ‘topping out’ ceremony of Terminal 2’s satellite pier, known as T2B. Transforming the passenger experience at Heathrow · Final construction stage of phase 1 of Terminal 2’s satellite pier, T2B · 20 million passengers a year will use the new £2.5bn… Read the full press release

Nebraska Tourism Strategic Plan complete

LINCOLN, NEB., 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Nebraska Tourism Strategic Plan ordered by the Nebraska Legislature is complete and available for review. This legislation, introduced by Sen. Ken Schilz of Ogallala, called for a study of current conditions and issues facing Nebraska tourism, and a long-term strategy for growth. The statewide plan to grow the economic base of… Read the full press release

Aeroflot traffic and capacity figures reached record levels in August and 8 Months of 2012

Moscow, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — JSC “Aeroflot – Russian Airlines” traffic and capacity figures reached record levels in August and 8 months of 2012. In August 2012passenger turnover of the company went up by 19.1% against the same period in 2011 and reached record level of 5,201 mln passenger-kilometers. The international passenger turnover totaled 3,567 mln passenger-kilometers… Read the full press release

Marriott Foundation Honored for “Bridging” Employment Gap

Marriott Foundation Honored for "Bridging" Employment Gap

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Marriott Foundation for People with Disabilities launched the Bridges…from school to work® program more than 20 years ago to reduce the career gap for youth ages 17-22 with mental, physical and cognitive disabilities. Since 1990, more than 950 local employers have provided employment opportunities for more than 2,400 youth, helping these young people with disabilities… Read the full press release

Fall Foliage: When Should We Expect To See Autumn’s Bright Colors?

Canopy Bridge

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Autumn has arrived in Arkansas and with it crisper air and cooler temperatures. It’s a very busy time as well with travelers visiting the Natural State to view the vibrant fall colors. But this year’s harsh summer drought and severe temperatures have some wondering if we’ll see a great display of turning… Read the full press release

New Flight from JFK to Palm Springs via Virgin America

Palm Springs, Calif. – 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, Virgin America has announced its 2012-2013 seasonal flight schedule which includes a new weekly nonstop flight from JFK to PSP starting December 22, 2012  – the first nonstop flight offered from the New York City area to Palm Springs, California. The new… Read the full press release

Hilton Waikoloa Village Prepares For Na Lima Hana Craft & Collectibles Fair

Hilton Waikoloa Village will host its highly anticipated 18th annual craft and collectible fair on November 24 and 25, giving locals of Hawaii Island another reason to look forward to the Thanksgiving holiday. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Local Crafters Encouraged to Reserve Vendor Space Immediately WAIKOLOA, Hawaii, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Waikoloa Village will host its highly anticipated 18th annual craft and collectible fair on November 24 and 25, giving locals of Hawaii Island another reason to look forward to the Thanksgiving holiday. The Na Lima Hana Holiday Craft Fair is scheduled from 9… Read the full press release

ABTA Submits Response to the Draft Aviation Policy Framework

As research reveals majority of MPs believe UK risks being left behind without a comprehensive aviation plan 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — ABTA – the Travel Association today submitted its formal response to the Department for Transport (DfT) consultation on the Draft Aviation Policy Framework. The Draft Framework was published by the DfT in July 2012 and… Read the full press release

Brand USA partners with Your Golf Travel

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brand USA, the new tourism marketing body for the United States of America, has announced a Ryder Cup campaign in conjunction with Your Golf Travel, the largest golf tour operator in Europe. A bespoke 32-page Destination USA supplement dedicated solely to the promotion of the leading golf travel destinations in the United… Read the full press release

See the ORBIS flying eye hospital hosted by ADAC in Abu Dhabi

See the ORBIS flying eye hospital hosted by ADAC in Abu Dhabi

World’s only flying eye hospital will be displayed at Al Bateen Executive Airport during World Routes 2012 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) and World Routes will host the ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital during the 18th World Route Development Forum 2012, which takes place from 30th September… Read the full press release

ANDAZ SAVANNAH EMERGES FROM THE FORMER AVIA SAVANNAH HOTEL

New market-to-table restaurant 22 Square is part of the renovation at the lifestyle hotel SAVANNAH, GA, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Andaz Savannah, a lifestyle hotel, opened in the former Avia Savannah in historic downtown Savannah.  The hotel just completed a renovation of its public areas to add an Andaz Lounge and introduce a sophisticated new restaurant,… Read the full press release

Giant LOVE artwork to appear in Natural Bridge Corn Maze September 29

Width: 7" × Height: 4" Resolution: 300dpi Image Format: JPG Credit: The Natural Bridge. Virginia Tourism Corporation. Description: Virginia Tourism's LOVE artwork in the Natural Bridge Corn Maze 2012.

Natural Bridge to be part of Virginia is for Lovers social media marketing campaign Richmond, Va., 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Love is popping up all over Virginia in many different and unexpected places as part of a state tourism campaign to share the message that love is at the heart of every Virginia vacation.  Giant LOVE artworks… Read the full press release

Palm Springs Deals: Escape Carmageddon II

Palm Springs, CA, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — This weekend, Palm Springs hotels and vacation home rentals agencies are offering special deals for LA residents to come and relax in Palm Springs while the I-405 freeway will be closed for “Carmageddon II” from Sept. 28 through October 1, 2012. Ace Hotel and Swim Club Deal: Easy Rider Package… Read the full press release

Arrival of First Domestic Flight to Al Ain International Airport

Arrival of First Domestic Flight to Al Ain International Airport

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) welcomed yesterday the first Rotana Jet domestic flight to Al Ain International Airport. The flight departed from Abu Dhabi International Airport at 18:00 arriving to Al Ain International Airport at 18:30 marking it the first domestic flight landing in the airport. With this,… Read the full press release

King Biscuit Blues Festival in Historic Helena Marks 27th Year This October

Bobby Rush

2012-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — “Blues means what milk does to a baby. Blues is what the spirit is to the minister. We sing the blues because our hearts have been hurt, our souls have been disturbed.” Alberta Hunter Listen closely and you can hear it… the soulful sounds of a guitar and the brusque voice… Read the full press release