2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Exercise Tyr (Øvelse Tyr), the Norwegian Police Service’s annual national crisis response exercise, will take place in the Oslo area from 31 October to 1 November this year. The exercise will focus on both criminal activity and terrorism. Although many aspects of the exercise will be carried out at Oslo Airport, the… Read the full press release
2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the call for strike action by a single trade union as from 26 October: Air France expects to transport all its passengers on 27 and 28 October. The disruptions to its flight schedule should remain limited to a few delays over the weekend. 6,500 members of Air France staff will be… Read the full press release
2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has announced it will begin flying on the longer routes of Marrakech and Sharm el Sheikh as well as Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria as part of its new 2013 route launches from London Stansted Airport. easyJet will also move a larger A320 aircraft to Stansted which will… Read the full press release
Stylish, art-deco inspired guest room renovation underway with completion slated for December 8, 2012 Las Vegas, U.S.A. – 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — On the eve of completion of its USD 30 million guest room renovation, Four SeasonsHotel Las Vegas was ranked the #1 Hotel in Las Vegas as part of Condé Nast TravelerMagazine’s 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards. The list is featured… Read the full press release
2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Services from Dundee to Belfast City and Birmingham will cease on Sunday, December 2. Passengers will be offered alternative flights through Loganair’s franchise partner flybe, or a full refund via the travel agent or airline where the original reservation was made. Loganair will retain its aviation engineering base at Belfast City Airport. There… Read the full press release
Ambos hoteles lanzan una oferta especial por la que por cada 5 asistentes a la comida o cena de Navidad de empresa, uno come gratis MADRID Y BARCELONA – 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aunque parezca que todavía falta mucho para Navidad, el tiempo pasa volando y las empresas que quieran organizar una comida o cena de… Read the full press release
2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) along with essential stakeholders today conducted a full scale emergency simulation exercise at O.R. Tambo International Airport. The exercise, dubbed Exercise First Aid, was aimed at improving the state of readiness of all roleplayers in terms of handling major aircraft incidents at the airport. “As a mandatory… Read the full press release
Madrid, 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — As international tourism nears the historic milestone of one billion tourists, UNWTO will be holding a number of activities at World Travel Market (WTM) to address some of the major issues facing tourism in a world of one billion (London, United Kingdom, 5-8 November 2012). UNWTO and WTM Ministers’ Summit Open Borders… Read the full press release
2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Sunday 28 October 2012 marks the entry into force of new European rules for Air Operations. Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 creates harmonised requirements at the European level for commercial air transport operations of aeroplanes and helicopters. EASA has published the associated Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material, available as Decisions on the Agency… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation ( CDA) is proud to announce that O’Hare International Airport recently completed its annual certification inspection by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for airfield compliance with no FAR Part 139 discrepancies. This annual inspection judges an airport’s compliance with Federal Aviation Regulation FAR Part 139, which addresses airfield operations including pavement, signage, lighting, markings,… Read the full press release
Philadelphia – 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hard Rock International, owner of one of the world’s most iconic brands, with interests in cafes, hotels, casinos, and live venues throughout the world, announces an agreement with Bart Blatstein and Tower Entertainment, LLC to manage the first destination casino/hotel in downtown Philadelphia. The proposed casino/hotel project, to be named… Read the full press release
BOOKING & FLIGHT INFO APP NOW AVAILABLE ON PLAY STORE FOR JUST €3 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (25 Oct) made it even easier for passengers to access its guaranteed lowest fares with the launch of a new Android app, which is available on Play Store for just €3. Ryanair’s… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines’ Customers Can Now Manage Their Online Travel Purchases in Both English and Spanish DALLAS – 2012-10-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) today introduced southwest.com/vamonos, a translated, Spanish version of southwest.com. Southwest.com/Vamonos was specifically designed to provide Southwest’s Spanish-speaking Customers the best online experience in the language of their choice. “At Southwest Airlines, we… Read the full press release
Enjoy Cool Phoenix Weather with Special Winter Package PHOENIX, Ariz. – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — While snow storms and blizzards blow through much of the United States, Pointe Hilton Resorts guests will see sunnier weather and enjoy luxury pool time. To celebrate the warm winter weather, Pointe Hilton Resorts in Phoenix, Ariz. are offering a special… Read the full press release
A sensual evening of pure relaxation and romance after hours with Night Spa or two full days of passion with Ignite the Spark package Washington, DC, U.S.A. – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This fall couples are invited to step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and rediscover each other at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC…. Read the full press release
Agreement includes first Home2 Suites by Hilton outside of the U.S. and two DoubleTree by Hilton hotels in Edmonton and Regina MCLEAN, Va. and EDMONTON, AB – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide has signed an agreement with SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts to build one new hotel and rebrand two additional hotels, including the first Home2 Suites… Read the full press release
Special tasting flight allows novices and connoisseurs alike to sample Mexico’s finest México, D.F., Mexico – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the widest variety of 100 percent agave tequilas and mezcals in Mexico City, there’s no better place than El Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Mexico DF. Tequila is the Mexican drink par excellence. Brands such as Gran Patrón Platinum, Dobel Diamante,… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — ABTA is aware of reports that coach operator Bowen Travel Group has applied to go into administration. Bowen Travel is a part of independent travel agents group Hays Travel, and a member of ABTA and the Confederation of Passenger Transport (with whom it is fully bonded). The company sells holidays on behalf… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — 30 Rock’s Kristen Schaal brought the house down along with an All-Star Roster of Comedians at the Marina del Rey Marriott. Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the signature brand of Marriott International, and WIRED, hosted An Evening with Funny Or Die earlier tonight at Marina del Rey Marriott. Funny Or Die curated a… Read the full press release
Also featuring Maître Chocolatier Jean-Marc Bernelin from Barry Callebaut at The Bar & Alfresco Singapore – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the momentum for Christmas and the New Year builds up, young and old alike will revel in an array of lavish spreads and festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Beginning November 1, 2012, festive hampers laden with… Read the full press release
Step into Christmas with a Festive Afternoon Tea at London Hilton on Park Lane LONDON – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — London Hilton on Park Lane has launched its festive afternoon tea with a sleigh-load of seasonal chocolate treats. The ultimate seasonal indulgence, the Christmas afternoon tea comes served on a solid chocolate plate and includes gift-shaped chocolate… Read the full press release
Ensures Real Reviews from Real Guests LONDON, 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) one of the world’s largest hotel companies, today announced the global launch of Guest Reviews and Ratings for each of its seven existing hotel brand websites, giving online customers the convenience of reading authentic customer feedback while booking their stays. By… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swiss International Air Lines will be making further adjustments to its network and services in response to demand in its Winter 2012/13 schedules, which come into effect on Sunday 28 October. While certain destinations will see the usual seasonal reductions in frequencies, further flights will be added to the Zurich-Miami route. SWISS… Read the full press release
Airport opens indoor park to help passengers relax and unwind 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new study has revealed Brits take a third of their annual holiday allowance – around eight days a year – to relax into their holiday, while more than one in ten (11 per cent) are never able to fully switch off… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute reproductive biologist Dr. Janine Brown has been named this year’s winner of the Morris Animal Foundation’s Innovation in Veterinary Medicine Award. The tribute celebrates Brown’s expansive career in developing pioneering reproductive techniques for wildlife—a body of research that has resulted in better management of animals under human care… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rendezvous Hospitality Group (RHG) has been honoured with two awards for its newly designed website, recognising the highest standards in website design and development. The hotel group has been acknowledged with a Standard of Excellence award in the 2012 WebAwards and a Best in Class award at the Interactive Media Awards (IMA)…. Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle will establish a new base of operations at London’s Gatwick Airport in spring 2013. It will also establish a new base of operations at Alicante, Spain. Norwegian will offer flights to several Mediterranean destinations and the Nordic region from London. The new base in England will also enable Norwegian… Read the full press release
New properties will double brand portfolio by the end of the year ORLANDO, FLA. – 2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), a global hotel organization, announced today from their 2012 Americas Investors & Leadership Conference in Orlando, Fla., that by the end of the year Holiday Inn Club Vacations will have more than doubled its… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This winter Lufthansa is introducing hourly flights on three of its domestic German routes: from Frankfurt to Hamburg, Munich and Berlin. For example, on weekdays between 6.00 and 20.00 hrs, flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt will depart every hour on the hour (e.g. at 10.00 hrs, 11.00 hrs, 12.00 hrs. etc.). In… Read the full press release
2012-10-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to the joint European EVM payment card change, parking payments in the terminals’ yellow payment machines are only possible in cash or with a chip car The new policy will take effect on 28 October 2012. In addition to the machines, parking payments are possible at Finavia’s information and parking point,… Read the full press release