1 NEW AIRCRAFT, 3 NEW ROUTES 2013-08-09— /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air today announced the 2nd aircraft for its Macedonian base at Skopje airport. The new Airbus A320 aircraft will be delivered in Skopje on 16 April 2014 and bring the total fleet investment in Wizz Air’s Macedonian base to USD 160 MLN**. The new aircraft will support… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: August 2013
Newquay Cornwall Airport, Oska-Travel to continue operating package holidays to the Turkish Riviera later this year
2013-08-09— /travelprnews.com/ — We are pleased to confirm that in conjunction with Oska-Travel, Newquay Cornwall Airport will again be operating package holidays to the Turkish Riviera later this year. Following the success of the holiday destination in April 2013 a further 4 departures will operate from the Airport this Autumn. The holiday is for 7 nights… Read the full press release
Global airline alliance SkyTeam rolled out further enhancements to its Global Meetings product
Delivers new tools and streamlined procedures for event organizers worldwide AMSTERDAM, 2013-08-08— /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has rolled out further enhancements to its Global Meetings product. With a minimum of just 50 and no maximum number of attendees, plus generous discounts on flights operated by its 19 member airlines, SkyTeam is responding to… Read the full press release
New high-definition aerial footage video features Nebraska’s diverse landscapes, monuments, people and attractions
LINCOLN, Neb., 2013-08-08— /travelprnews.com/ — Spectacular high-definition aerial footage of Nebraska’s diverse landscapes, monuments, people and attractions have been captured on video and are available for viewing at www.visitnebraska.com and on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD_iSqmypfg&list=PLXD21_OtYuStsHbyAA2oEacQUhGKr4HPM&index=7 The footage was shot by Skyworks using a low-flying helicopter July 3-10. NET, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the Nebraska Tourism Commission and… Read the full press release
Iberia permite a sus clientes ofertar precio para comprar upgradings a Business
Esta iniciativa forma parte de la nueva política comercial de la compañía, incluida en el Plan de Transformación, y cuyo objetivo es captar más ingresos y mejorar la experiencia del cliente. Desde “Gestión de reservas” de iberia.com, los clientes de determinados vuelos podrán optar a un upgrading a Business, indicando el precio que están dispuestos… Read the full press release
Iberia consigue más de 550.000 descargas de sus nuevas Apps para IOS
Desde el lanzamiento de su plataforma móvil, Iberia Store, a finales de junio Las cuatro aplicaciones para móvil que la compañía ha lanzado recientemente son: Iberia Compra, Iberia Check in, Iberia Vuelos, e Iberia Parking y se sitúan entre las más descargadas de Apple A través de estas cuatro Apps la compra y gestión del… Read the full press release
JetBlue Airways to debut new lie-flat seat on its two most popular nonstop routes New York – Los Angeles and New York – San Francisco
2013-08-08— /travelprnews.com/ — New lie-flat seats are expected to debut in the market on new Airbus A321 aircraft beginning in the second quarter of 2014 on the two most popular nonstop routes in the United States – New York to Los Angeles and New York to San Francisco. In addition, JetBlue will be the first and… Read the full press release
Aviation maintenance management software leader Mxi® Technologies announced BAE Systems Transforms industry-leading Typhoon availability service with Maintenix® v8
Integrated Maintenance Solution reinforces organizational commitment to Total Performance with adoption of Maintenix v8 BAE Systems transforms Typhoon Availability Service with Maintenix Move to Maintenix version 8 and adoption of key, value-added features Ottawa, Canada, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Mxi® Technologies, the leader in aviation maintenance management software, announced today that BAE Systems has moved to Maintenix® version 8… Read the full press release
Stash Hotel Rewards announced more than 75 independent hotels located either on or near major U.S. University campuses are part of its rewards program
Nation’s Largest Point-Based Rewards Program for Independent Hotels Helps Build Repeat Guest Loyalty SEATTLE, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — As a new school year approaches, many families are planning trips to university campuses around the country – and a large number of local hotels are now making their visits more rewarding. Hotels across the U.S. are attracting college-bound travelers… Read the full press release
Tourism Authority of Thailand rolled out promotional Amazing Thailand Siamese cat paper bags to promote its “Thainess” concept
Bangkok, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is launching a new line of promotional Amazing Thailand paper bags to promote its “Thainess” concept by featuring the traditional Siamese cat on both sides. The cat is of the Wichian Mat breed and will be on both large and small bags to be distributed to… Read the full press release
Carlson Rezidor’s new Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Almaty Airport in Kazakhstan to welcome first guests in Q4 2014
2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the ten largest hotel groups worldwide, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Almaty Airport in Kazakhstan. The mid-market property featuring 133 keys is scheduled to welcome the first guests in Q4 2014. It will further strengthen Carlson Rezidor’s portfolio in Kazakhstan: In Astana, the group already operates a Radisson… Read the full press release
Thomson first tour operator to launch innovative and immersive iPad magazine
2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — With tablet usage in the UK tripling year-on-year, taking the total to 30 per cent of the population*, Thomson becomes the first tour operator to launch a brand new innovative and immersive iPad magazine that is designed to give the user a true feel of the unique holiday experience they will enjoy in… Read the full press release
Lufthansa Group increased its operating result by EUR 233M in the first half of 2013
Operating result for first half-year 2013 up by EUR 233m after adjusting for restructuring costs and one-off effects Reported operating result falls to a good EUR 72m (previous year: EUR 235m) Forecast for the full year 2013 unchanged: revenue growth; operating profit up on reported earnings for last year Simone Menne: “The restructuring of the… Read the full press release
United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) launch joint fire safety initiative
2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — The potential risks fire poses to passenger aircraft has been placed centre stage in an awareness raising campaign by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The safety drive includes a short video that has just been released, identifying the specific maintenance risks that may cause onboard fires,… Read the full press release
Canadian Tourism Commission reports international visitor numbers to Canada soared through the one-million barrier in May 2013
2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — May 2013 was a merry month for the Canadian tourism industry. More than 1.4 million international travellers paid a visit to Canada, a 4% rise on the previous year, says the latest Tourism Snapshot, hot off the cyber presses from the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)’s Research department. Some other key stats: Americans displayed a renewed thirst for Canadian adventures,… Read the full press release
Travelport signed distribution agreement with Russian airline, Air Company Yakutia
Moscow, Russia, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading distribution services and e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, today announces a distribution agreement with Russian airline, Air Company Yakutia. With this new agreement Travelport- connected travel agency customers in Russia, and worldwide, will have easy access to the Yakutia Sakha Republic-based airline’s published fares. “Working with… Read the full press release
Ryanair’s ‘Bargain Thursday’ announced passengers can now book 100,000 seats on over 1,000 European routes in September, October & November from only £19.99
100,000 seats on over 1,000 European routes in September, October & November from only £19.99 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight (Thur 1 Aug), passengers can fly from London Stansted to Brno from just £19.99 in September, October and November as part of its weekly ‘Bargain Thursday’ promotion…. Read the full press release
Jerome Astolfi appointed General Manager at Twist by Pierre Gagnaire, Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
Hong Kong, 2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas is delighted to announce the appointment of Jerome Astolfi as General Manager at Twist by Pierre Gagnaire. Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas’ Forbes Five-Star restaurant is the only restaurant in the United States by the celebrated three-star Michelin chef, Pierre Gagnaire. “We are delighted to welcome Jerome to the Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas team…. Read the full press release
Redesigned Ithaa undersea restaurant menu at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island launched
2013-08-06— /travelprnews.com/ — Have you ever wondered what you’d come up with if you were asked to create a menu for an underwater restaurant? That’s the challenge that executive chef Ayyoub Salameh faced recently when he was asked to design the menu for Ithaa undersea restaurant at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island which is launched this month…. Read the full press release
Amadeus IT Holding, S.A. released its H1-2013 results, revenue rose 5.7% to €1,595.1M YoY
Growth maintained in both Distribution and IT Solutions businesses Year-on-year first half 2013 highlights (six months ended June 30, 2013): • Revenue rose 5.7% to €1,595.1 million • EBITDA increased 6.3% to €645.9 million • Adjusted profit grew 5.2% to €349.6 million • Global share of travel agency air bookings expanded 1.7 percentage points to… Read the full press release
FirstGroup’s subsidiary First Manchester Limited to acquire Manchester bus business from Finglands Coachways Limited
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — FirstGroup plc is pleased to announce that First Manchester Limited, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of the Group, has agreed to acquire the Manchester bus business from Finglands Coachways Limited for a consideration of £50,000. The acquisition of Finglands, which operates a number of commercial bus services and school contracts to the South… Read the full press release
C 1 августа 2013 года S7 Airlines увеличивает частоту полетов в столицу Азербайджана – Баку
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — C 1 августа 2013 года S7 Airlines увеличивает частоту полетов в столицу Азербайджана – Баку. Теперь собственные рейсы S7 Airlines между Москвой и Баку выполняются ежедневно. Расписание остается прежним. Вылет из московского аэропорта Домодедово в 12:35, прибытие в Баку в 16:35 по местному времени. Обратный рейс вылетает в 17:35 и прилетает в Москву… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines увеличивает частоту полетов в Сочи
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines, участник глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, с 3 августа 2013 года открывает новый, четвертый рейс Москва — Сочи. Полеты будут осуществляться с периодичностью четыре раза в неделю. Вылет из московского аэропорта Домодедово по вторникам, средам, субботам и воскресеньям в 22:30, прибытие в Сочи – в 00:55 на следующий день. Обратный рейс вылетает по… Read the full press release
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announced Park Inn by Radisson Abuja Kaura in Nigeria scheduled to open in Q1 2015
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the ten largest hotel companies worldwide and a leading international hotel operator on the African continent, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Abuja Kaura in Nigeria. The full service mid-market property featuring 150 keys is scheduled to open in Q1 2015. “Nigeria is a focus country for… Read the full press release
Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa offered as the perfect holiday for the “The Price is Right!” TV show winners
“The Price is Right!” is a leading American TV show which now enters its landmark 42nd Season. Always looking for great partners to award their contestants, this year they will propose the Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa as a perfect holiday for their winners. 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — The Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa will make available for… Read the full press release
Special menu on-board Malaysia Airlines flights during the first and second day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Subang, 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Malaysia Airlines is offering a special menu on-board its flights during the first and second day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. The special menu consist of mouth-watering meals of compressed rice (nasi impit) with chicken rendang, braised mixed vegetables with coconut gravy and peanut sauce on business class and ghee rice with chicken rendang… Read the full press release
Austria‘s largest domestic airline Austrian Airlines reports improved earnings in Q2 2013
Operating result up by EUR 20 million in the first half-year Austrian maintains its turnaround target for 2013 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Austrian Airlines, Austria‘s largest domestic airline, succeeded in significantly improving its earnings in the second quarter of the 2013 financial year to EUR 21 million (Q2 2012: EUR 12 million). This strong increase was primarily… Read the full press release
Iberia recibe más de 17.000 ofertas de sus clientes para su primer “Vuelo Social” a Nueva York
La campaña se ha desarrollado en www.iberia.com, desde el 30 de julio a las 20:00 horas y durante 24 horas. En los próximos días, desde Serviberia se adjudicarán los billetes a quienes hayan ofrecido los mejores precios, con un máximo de 600 euros, ida y vuelta. Madrid, 2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — La campaña de Iberia para comercializar su… Read the full press release
Christchurch Airport and ‘South’ initiative getting ready for the opportunities offered by the China travel market
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Christchurch Airport and the associated ‘South’ initiative are preparing to hold a series of workshops in September and October to help southern business and tourism operators become more aware of opportunities offered by the China travel market. ‘South’ is an initiative facilitated by Christchurch Airport, in conjunction with the 13 Regional Tourism Organisations,… Read the full press release
Groundbreaking guidelines for recording on-time flight statistics developed by Russian Sheremetyevo International Airport
2013-08-05— /travelprnews.com/ — Sheremetyevo International Airport has initiated and developed a new version of the «Guidelines for Recording On-Time Flight Statistics.» Airport specialists have developed a document that represents a breakthrough for the aviation industry, enabling the airport to exercise sweeping control over the performance of all participants in the aircraft-servicing process, taking into account modern conditions and the requirements imposed upon individual airports and airlines…. Read the full press release