Wizz Air opens its newest Romanian base in Craiova

5th BASE IN ROMANIA, 1 BASED AIRBUS A320, 6 ROUTES Budapest, Hungary, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today celebrated the opening of its newest Romanian base in Craiova. The airline is initially deploying one Airbus A320 aircraft to be based at Craiova airport operating 4… Read the full press release

Iberia renovated its meal service offering for Business travellers on flights to Europe and North Africa with Ramón Freixa-designed gourmet meals

The chef headed a multidisciplinary team with Iberia and its main catering supplier to come up with original, healthy, gourmet meals based on the Mediterranean diet. The new dishes reflect the new Iberia brand value with their Spanish roots and the simplicity that is the hallmark of master chef Ramón Freixa. More complete offerings with… Read the full press release

ASL Aviation Group and Shannon Airport partner to make Shannon become new base for ASL’s Hercules aircraft operations

Shannon, Ireland, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — ASL Aviation Group has announced a partnership with Shannon Airport which will see Shannon become a new base for ASL’s Hercules aircraft operations. ASL plans to initially base two L-100 aircraft in Shannon, to be used on missions ranging from oil-spill response to humanitarian aid.  The Hercules’ crews and… Read the full press release

Emirates starts its daily Airbus A380 service between Dubai and Mumbai

Airline marks first A380 service connecting Dubai and India  DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places, has commenced its first scheduled Airbus A380 service to India with a daily flight between Dubai and Mumbai. EK500 took off from Dubai International airport at 21:55 hours on 21st July, arriving… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® appointed Scott Garber as director of supplier management

Scott Garber to lead supply chain management team for global serviced apartment provider LOS ANGELES, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide® the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has appointed Scott Garber as director of supplier management. In this capacity, Garber will work closely with Craig Ryan, managing director of Oakwood Worldwide’s Asia… Read the full press release

Belmond updates business amenities and offers special group rates across its collection of luxury hotels

LONDON, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Catering to the travel trend for creative event facilities in inspiring destinations, Belmond is updating business amenities and offering special group rates across its curated collection of luxury hotels and travel experiences. Highlights include a new event conservatory at Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Oxfordshire and a Highland… Read the full press release

Marco Polo inaugurated its new hotel in Manila in grand style

Manila, Philippines, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — MARCO POLO recently inaugurated its new hotel in Manila in grand style last July 09, 2014. The first Marco Polo Hotel to open in the capital of the Philippines signals a whole new dimension in showcasing the renowned brand of Asian hospitality embodied in the pioneering spirit of Marco… Read the full press release

Flybe to introduce twice daily flights from Aberdeen to London City starting October 27th 2014

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has stepped in to secure vital continuity of service for customers using the key Aberdeen to London City route, with twice daily flights starting on Monday, October 27th 2014. Seats are on sale now at www.flybe.com from £49.99 one way including taxes and charges. The news… Read the full press release

VisitLondon.com, the NSPCC and StudioCanal announced the launch of The Paddington Trail

LONDON, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitLondon.com, the NSPCC and StudioCanal have announced the launch of The Paddington Trail. Designed by a host of artists, designers and celebrities, 50 Paddington Bear statues will be placed across the capital, taking in museums, parks, shops and landmarks in an exciting and inspiring trail, with a colourful, Paddington-inspired… Read the full press release

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham® ranked highest in guest satisfaction in the economy/budget segment by J.D. Power in the 2014 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index study

PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Once again, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham®—part of Wyndham Hotel Group and parent company Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN)—has been ranked highest in guest satisfaction in the economy/budget segment by J.D. Power in the 2014 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study. Within its segment, Microtel Inn & Suites… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor signs five new projects in Saudi Arabia and increases its presence in the Kingdom to 22 hotels

Minneapolis, Minn., 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic and largest hotel groups worldwide, announces the signing of five new projects in Saudi Arabia and increases its presence in the Kingdom to 22 hotels and almost 4,000 rooms in operation and under development. The sophisticated upper upscale brand Radisson Blu and… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® received three honours at the Pacific Asia Travel Association Gold Awards

Dallas, Texas, 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® received three honours at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards, recognising the group’s international marketing campaign created to launch the ultra-luxury hotel collection’s new brand identity. Judged by travel experts, the PATA Gold Awards acknowledge the hospitality industry’s most original initiatives, rewarding projects that… Read the full press release

St. John’s International Airport Authority secures $60 million privately-placed bond issue with institutional investors across Canada

ST. JOHN’S, NL, 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — St. John’s International Airport Authority announced today it has closed a $60 million privately-placed bond issue with institutional investors across Canada. The bonds will bear interest at 3.479% per annum and will mature in 10 years. The bond issue was placed by the SJIAA’s agent CIBC World… Read the full press release

Manchester Airports Group reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014

MANCHESTER, 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014. Terminal transformation projects continue at London Stansted and East Midlands, while Manchester’s passenger growth sees it retain the… Read the full press release

ME IBIZA, primer hotel de “Leading Hotels of the World”en Ibiza

Se une así al Gran Meliá Fénix y al Gran Meliá Colón en la alianza que reúne a los mejores hoteles del mundo Inaugurado el pasado mes, será el primer establecimiento de Ibiza, tercero de Baleares y el vigésimo de España, en formar parte de la familia de miembros de The Leading Hotels of the… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Playa Hotels & Resorts B.V. to introduce the Hyatt Ziva brand to Cancun

CHICAGO, 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ —  Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Playa Hotels & Resorts B.V. (Playa) today announced plans to introduce the Hyatt Ziva brand to Cancun. Formerly Dreams Cancun, the resort’s multi-million dollar renovation began June 1, and it is expected to reopen in late 2015 as Hyatt Ziva Cancun. The resort… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport served 9,063,012 passengers in fiscal year 2013-14 ended June 30; 6.8% increase vs. previous fiscal year

San José, Calif., 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) served 9,063,012 departing and arriving passengers in fiscal year 2013-14, which ended June 30, a healthy 6.8 percent increase compared to the previous fiscal year. Passenger activity grew in May and June by 3.1 percent and 8.9 percent year-over-year, respectively, marking 18 consecutive… Read the full press release

London City Airport in the Royal Docks with the Museum of London Docklands to develop Key Stage 2 learning module designed for use in classroom teaching

Major Newham employer develops learning resource for primary schools. LONDON, 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Primary school pupils in the London borough of Newham are to benefit from a pioneering project, as the private sector constructively engages with the education agenda. London City Airport in the Royal Docks has worked with the Museum of London… Read the full press release

CVG: Allegiant Travel Company announced additional service from CVG to Phoenix – Mesa and Ft. Lauderdale and expanded service to Orlando, Punta Gorda, and Tampa Bay/St.Pete

Phoenix and Ft. Lauderdale Service Begins This Fall Cincinnati, OH, 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant Travel Company announces additional service from CVG to Phoenix – Mesa (AZA) and Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) and expanded service to Orlando (ORD), Punta Gorda (PDG), and Tampa Bay/St.Pete (PIE). Allegiant launched service from CVG in February with two flights… Read the full press release

easyJet welcomes the deal between Nicarnica Aviation and Elbit Systems related to the AVOID based ash detection technology

Airline one step closer to putting the technology onboard its aircraft LONDON, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has welcomed the deal secured by Nicarnica Aviation and Elbit Systems to incorporate the AVOID based ash detection technology into Elbit Systems EVS solution. Production will start in 2015 and easyJet aims to fit… Read the full press release

easyJet announced the 25th base in its European network and 2nd in Portugal to open in Porto next year

LONDON, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Two A320 aircraft will be stationed at Francisco de Sá Carneiro airport, Porto offering enhanced connections across Europe 80 direct jobs to be created in Porto and surrounding region Two A320 aircraft will be stationed at Francisco de Sá Carneiro airport, Porto offering enhanced connections across Europe 80 direct… Read the full press release

South African Airways advises customers of weather related flight changes on the Johannesburg-Hong Kong route

JOHANNESBURG, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) advises customers of weather related flight changes on the Johannesburg-Hong Kong route. The following flight cancellations between Johannesburg (JNB) and Hong Kong (HKG) apply for today 17 July 2014 and tomorrow 18 July 2014. Flight cancellation due to aircraft repairs. •         SA287 17July (Thursday) Hong Kong… Read the full press release

South African Airways announced injured passengers from SA286 flight now discharged from hospital

JOHANNESBURG, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) would like to advise that 18 of the 20 people injured whilst on board SA286 from Johannesburg to Hong Kong have now been discharged from hospital. The two passengers who sustained serious injuries remain in hospital for observation. The rest of the passengers who were injured… Read the full press release

London Gatwick Airport research reveals Brits are slick shoppers and bargain hunters

LONDON, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — New research from London Gatwick Airport reveals the nation’s shopping habits Sold on sales: Almost half (48%) use sales and bargains as an excuse to spend Excuses in numbers: On average, £82.80 is the tipping point to need an excuse to shop Hidden pleasures: Almost a quarter (23%) regularly hide their… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport: Emirates Airline to start daily scheduled flights between Budapest and Dubai from autumn this year

Budapest, Hungary, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — It was announced a short time ago in Dubai that Emirates Airline will commence daily scheduled flights between Budapest and Dubai from autumn this year. They will start the service with high-capacity wide-body Airbus A 330s from the very beginning. No doubt this is the biggest announcement this year… Read the full press release

Air France awarded two of the highest distinctions in recognition of the high quality of its La Première lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle during Skytrax’s World Airline Awards

PARIS, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Air France has been awarded two of the highest distinctions in recognition of the high quality of its La Première lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. The lounge has been deemed the best first-class lounge in this world. The lounge’s restaurant – featuring a menu designed by chef Alain Ducasse –… Read the full press release

Viator.com announced the addition of new shore excursions in Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan and Skagway – Alaska

New Experiences like Dogsledding, Glacier Walks and Seaplane and Helicopter Tours Let Visitors Chill Out During a Summer Cruise to Alaska San Francisco, CA, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Viator, the leading resource for researching and booking tours and activities worldwide, today announced the addition of new shore excursions in Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan and Skagway –… Read the full press release

The Pacific Asia Travel Association announced the winners of the MGTO-sponsored 2014 PATA Grand and Gold Awards

BANGKOK, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2014 PATA Grand and Gold Awards. Proudly supported and sponsored by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) for the last 19 years, this year’s awards recognise the achievements of 20 separate organisations and individuals. PATA will present 28 Grand… Read the full press release

Classic Vacations to launch extensive line of global tours and activities in partnership with the largest provider of travel experiences worldwide Viator

NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR TRAVEL ADVISORS TO EARN COMMISSION ON TOURS AND ACTIVITIES San Jose, CA, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Classic Vacations, a leading provider of luxury wholesale travel, announced today the launch of an extensive line of global tours and activities in partnership with Viator, the largest provider of travel experiences worldwide. Travel Advisors will… Read the full press release

PATA, The Netherlands Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries and Travelife launched series of training courses for tour operators and advisors across Asia

More than 175 Companies and Advisors in Thailand and Myanmar Trained BANGKOK, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), The Netherlands Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries (CBI), and Travelife have kicked off their co-operation with a series of training courses for tour operators and advisors. The trainings took place following the signing of… Read the full press release