2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two leading providers to the travel industry further reinforce their relationship through an integration of Hotelzon’s advanced technology with Travelport Rooms and More as a means to grow its business. Created specifically for travel professionals, Travelport Rooms and More gives agents real time access to one of the world’s largest hotel inventories… Read the full press release
Daily Archives: August 24, 2012
MAG announces strong trading performance
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Highlights • Encouraging progress made on re-shaping the business whilst delivering on key measures • Passenger numbers increased by 1.5m (6.7%) to 24.0m passengers • Revenue growth* of £29.6m (8.6%) to £373.2m • Underlying operating profit** up £13.5m (26.0%) to £65.5m • Cash flow from operations up £15.0m (13.6%) to £125.7m •… Read the full press release
Fly for £12 on over 1,000 routes in September, October and November
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight, Thur 23 Aug, it will release 100,000 seats at fares from £12 for travel on Mon, Tue, Wed & Thur in September, October and November. These “all in” low fares will be available on over 1,000 of Ryanair’s European routes but must… Read the full press release
Starwood Hotels & Resorts to Double Portfolio in Russia and CIS with Seven New Hotels by 2015
Starwood Announces Deal to Open Russia’s First Aloft Hotel The Company’s CEO and Senior Executives Tour Russia in Pursuit of Development Opportunities MOSCOW, 2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces plans to expand its portfolio throughout Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Over the next three years, Starwood will more than… Read the full press release
HSBC’S LATEST BRANDING CAMPAIGN MAKES FIRST NORTH AMERICAN LANDING AT CALGARY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — HSBC Bank Canada and The Calgary Airport Authority have unveiled one of the most extensive branding campaigns to ever take place at Calgary International Airport (YYC). Entitled ‘In the Future’, HSBC’s latest global brand campaign will feature prominently across the interior and exterior of 34 jet bridges in the airport’s domestic, international… Read the full press release
MAG submits planning application for ‘World Logistics Hub’ at Manchester Airport City Enterprise Zone
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has submitted an outline planning application for the development of a World Logistics Hub in the southern part of Greater Manchester’s Enterprise Zone at Manchester Airport. Creating between 1.2- to 1.4-million square feet (sq ft) of new logistics space, the proposed Enterprise Zone development will generate more than 1,800 new… Read the full press release
Night of celebrities at the Hotel Gran Meliá Don Pepe during the summer most recognized charity event: The Global Gift Gala-Marbella
Palma de Mallorca, 2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hotel Gran Meliá Don Pepe in Marbella hosted the social event of the summer on 19 August: The Global Gift Gala-Marbella. The Gala featured the actress and philanthropist Eva Longoria as hostess of honor and was attended by numerous celebrities from the world of culture, entertainment and sport, such… Read the full press release
AENA ALICANTE’S TRAFFIC FALLS BY OVER 640,000 (11%) IN 2012 FOLLOWING AIRBRIDGES DISPUTE WITH RYANAIR
RYANAIR OFFERS TO GROW BUT ONLY IF UNNECCESSARY AIRBRIDGES ARE REMOVED 2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (22 Aug) revealed AENA Alicante’s January-July traffic has now fallen by over 640,000 (-11%) in the first 7 months of 2012, after decisions by Ryanair and other airlines to cut flights following AENA’s forced… Read the full press release
Notting Hill Carnival Highlights Cost of Tax to Fly to and from the Caribbean
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — London is hosting the biggest Carnival in Europe this weekend which celebrates the UK’s rich Caribbean cultural heritage and generations of shared history. However, these ties are under pressure, with thousands being priced out of trips to and from the Caribbean by the UK’s sky high rates of aviation tax which have… Read the full press release
New store heralds big changes to come in the terminal
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The first steps towards the redevelopment of Aberdeen Airport terminal have taken place, with the opening of a new luggage store. ‘Rolling Luggage’ has had a presence at a temporary unit in the airport before security for a number of years, and has now moved into a dedicated space, reflecting their success… Read the full press release
Heathrow Airport Games media update – Friday 24 August
2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — 219,083 passengers are expected at Heathrow today – 110,968 of which are arrivals. More than 1,100 members of the Paralympic Games Family* are expected to arrive at Heathrow today. 219,083 passengers are expected at Heathrow today – 110,968 of which are arrivals. More than 1,100 members of the Paralympic Games Family* are… Read the full press release
Allegiant Announces Nonstop Travel Between Gateway and St. Cloud MN
$89.99* INTRODUCTORY ONE-WAY FARES ST. CLOUD, Minn., 2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) announces new, nonstop jet service between St. Cloud, Minn. and Phoenix / Mesa, Ariz. beginning December 15, 2012. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service with fares as low as $89.99* one way. “We are pleased to bring… Read the full press release
The Leading Hotels of the World Takes Guests Back to School
LHW Immerses Guests in Local Experiences with Arts & Culture Offerings NEW YORK, NY, 2012-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Not only are Leading Hotels unique reflections of their destinations, they are also instrumental in offering insight into their local arts and culture scenes with packages designed to more deeply enrich guests’ experiences. The buzz on the art scene in Philadelphia,… Read the full press release