Parsippany, NJ. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Specials on Select Vacation Rentals Starting as Low as $69 USD Per Night This holiday season, treat yourself or family and friends to a dream beach or ski vacation and save up to 50 percent off your stay with Wyndham Vacation Rentals’® Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world’s largest… Read the full press release
Daily Archives: November 26, 2012
Estonian Air announces changes in todays flight schedule
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to heavy fog in Tallinn Estonian Air flights OV174 (Amsterdam-Tallinn), OV176 (Brussels-Tallinn) and OV482 (Stockholm-Tallinn) are diverted to Helsinki until the situation is improved. Tallinn-Moscow flight is delayed. Flights OV521/522 (Tallinn-Jyväskylä-Tallinn) and OV471/472 (Tallinn-Paris-Tallinn) are cancelled. Passengers will be rerouted. We kindly ask passengers to follow information displays at the airport and to… Read the full press release
Maldives participates in CITM, Shanghai China
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC) together with representatives from Maldives Tourism Industry have participated in China International Travel Market (CITM) 2012, the largest travel fair in Asia which took place in Shanghai China, from 15th to 18th November 2012. MMPRC together with 61 representatives from 31 companies took part in the exhibition. Maldives had… Read the full press release
Holiday Club Resorts Signs Master Affiliation Agreement with RCI
Kettering, Northampton, U.K. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Extension of affiliation agreement reaffirms leading European resort developer’s long-standing relationship with vacation exchange leader Holiday Club Resorts has signed a new agreement with RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange. The Finland-based developer is the largest European timeshare developer, with resorts in Finland, Sweden, mainland Spain and Gran… Read the full press release
New Internet platform for travel agents: www.steigenbergertravelagents.com
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Group has launched its own dedicated website for travel agents. Individually tailored hotel offers and information are now available to travel agency and tour operator staff at www.steigenbergertravelagents.com. Good news for travel agents, who have been able to book specially designed offers from the Steigenberger Hotel group since 22… Read the full press release
Chef Luca De Astis’ New Wintry Dishes at Aqua at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus
Italian executive sous chef, renews Aqua Restaurant’s menu blending freshest local products with an Italian touch Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Turkey – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aqua Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, inspired by the beautiful Bosphorus, presents its new menu combining seasonal and local vegetables of Turkey with the most loved Italian recipes. With Istanbul’s winter… Read the full press release
“Passenger Information System” From TAV IT Begins Service At Ataturk Airport
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The “Passenger Information System” developed by TAV IT is brought into use of passengers at Ataturk Airport. With the kiosks of “Passenger Information System” which enable passengers to access all sorts of necessary information ranging from address descriptions to the weather forecasts, life would be much easier at the airport. “Passenger Information… Read the full press release
Jet Airways and American Express launch the most powerful co-branded airline credit card
20,000 JPMiles and one-way complimentary base fare waived domestic ticket on first charge 10,000 bonus JPMIles for applying before December 25, 2012 Privileges of American Express Platinum membership including world-class service MUMBAI, 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, and American Express today launched the new Jet Airways American Express Platinum Credit Card… Read the full press release
Austrian joins ‘Ärzte an Bord’ programme of Lufthansa
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Austrian Airlines Group is to join the ‘Ärzte an Bord’ (‘Doctors on Board’) programme run by the Lufthansa Group. Doctors can register immediately, free of charge. Registration is rewarded with a credit of 5,000 premium miles and a pocket book of aviation medicine. In this way, the airlines want to improve… Read the full press release
“Virtual Assistant” Facilitates Automated Arrivals Processing in Frankfurt
“Virtual Assistant” Facilitates Automated Arrivals Processing in Frankfurt 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The automated border checks at Frankfurt Airport are now simpler than ever. An amazingly realistic-looking virtual federal policewoman, projected onto a pane as a hologram, explains in seconds how to quickly and easily pass the immigration check with “easyPASS”. This virtual assistant is located… Read the full press release
Christmas Deal: des voyages avantageux avec la SNCB durant les week-ends de décembre et les vacances de Noël!
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pour voyager avantageusement en train, les voyageurs peuvent profiter du Christmas Deal chaque week-end (samedi ou dimanche) de décembre et tous les jours durant les vacances de Noël (du 22/12/2012 au 06/01/2013 inclus). Pour 9,90 euros, le navetteur peut effectuer un trajet aller-retour sur la même journée en 2e classe ou recevoir… Read the full press release
EASA publishes new simplified rules for Third Country Operators in the European Union
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) today published a proposal to establish a single system for the safety approval of Third Country Operators (TCO) operating into, within or out of the European Union (EU). Released in a document known as an Opinion, the proposed rules have been subject to two rounds public… Read the full press release
BOURBON STEAK at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC Launches New Seasonal Cocktail Menu Including a Mix of Classic, House and Market Fresh Cocktails
Bitters, brandies and bourbons take centre stage in the new cocktail lineup created by Head Bartenders Jamie MacBain and Duane Sylvestre Washington, DC, U.S.A. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — BOURBON STEAK at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC has unveiled a new cocktail menu created by Head Bartenders Jamie MacBain and Duane Sylvestre. Resurrected from an age of skilled sartorialists, the Dandy makes an appearance… Read the full press release
Marriott New Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel to Open in Summer 2013
Project Represents First Renaissance Hotel to Open in Alberta 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is thrilled to announce the addition of the new Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel to its portfolio in Canada. When opened, the hotel will represent the first Renaissance Hotel to open in Alberta. Marriott International currently operates 74 hotels… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines Invites You to ‘Save, Escape, Explore’ With Cyber Monday Sale
Air fares start at $49* one way for travel in the new year SEATTLE — 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines launches a Cyber Monday sale today for travel after the holidays featuring low one-way fares starting at $49* from Reno, Nev., to San Jose, Calif., $59* from Seattle to San Francisco and $159* from Oakland… Read the full press release
airberlin ‘Help & Fly’ fundraising event: Take a flight, have a party and help people
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 24th November 2012 an airberlin Airbus A330-300 took off from Dusseldorf for a fifteenth successive charity round trip on the occasion of the 25th World AIDS Day. On board, the guests were entertained with cabaret from Käthe Köstlich and the Merz & Pilini variety circus who also added their charm and… Read the full press release
Chinese opinion leaders experience some of Australia’s best drops
Key facts Six of China’s leading wine and lifestyle opinion leaders have been visiting Australia this month as part of a joint Tourism Australia and Wine Australia initiative to promote Australia’s world class tourism and wine experiences. The visiting opinion leaders represent major media titles and wine blog sites in China such as WineOnline, WineBlogChina.com,… Read the full press release
HYATT ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR A HYATT RESIDENCE CLUB LOCATED ON MAUI’S KA’ANAPALI BEACH
CHICAGO, 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that an affiliate of the company has formed a joint venture with an affiliate of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. to develop and operate a 131-unit Hyatt Residence Club resort in Maui, Hawaii on Ka’anapali Beach. A Hyatt affiliate will invest approximately $40 million in… Read the full press release
Sheremetyevo Airport Named Transportation Company of the Year
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sheremetyevo International Airport has emerged as a winner of the 13th annual Company of the Year business competition in the “Transportation/Logistics” category — this according to Russia’s leading business magazine Kompaniya (Company). The award ceremony was held on 23 October. More than 50 companies operating in various industries were recognized as competition winners. Sheremetyevo Airport was awarded the distinguished title 2012 Transportation Company of the Year in recognition of the launch and introduction of its Airport Operation Center (AOC)…. Read the full press release
Budapest Airport starts Business Park development
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport has made an important step in developing a completely new Business Park area on the Southern edge of the airport. The area adjacent to national road No.4 has been out of use for long time, and was marked in Budapest Airport development plans as a site of a future business… Read the full press release
German tourism companies pledge to uphold the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism
Madrid, 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The German Travel Association (DRV) and thirteen of its members have joined the growing list of tourism enterprises and associations to commit to the UNWTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism (Budva, Montenegro, 17 November 2012). A total of fourteen German entities signed Private Sector Commitments on the occasion of the DRV’s… Read the full press release
Christmas and New Year’s Festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Doha
Family Getaway package, festive meals, sumptuous New Year’s Eve celebration Doha, Qatar – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Make new holiday memories at Four Seasons Hotel Doha, where festive dining and events bring together family and friends. Discover all of the special events planned at the Hotel throughout the holiday season. Home Sweet Home Should one decide to entertain at… Read the full press release
Oman Air Boosts Economic Development with Launch of New Muscat – Jaaluni Charter Service
The sector will shorten distances, save time, effort and money, as well as accelerate the pace of development of both Duqm and Al Wusta Governorate alike. Oman Air will operate 3 flights weekly between Muscat and Jaaluni. The Royal directives to link infrastructure and social development are evidently carried out through such steps. 2012-11-26 —… Read the full press release
Al Bateen Executive Airport records 210 commercial Aircraft movements during 2012 F1 season
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Al Bateen Executive Airport, ADAC’s dedicated business aviation airport of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), witnessed a spur in traffic during the 2012 Formula 1 season. The executive airport recorded 210 total commercial aircraft movements during the F1 race period between 28th October and 5th November, with the… Read the full press release
Cy-bear Sale: Fares You Can’t Bear to Pass Up; Frontier Offers Sale with Fares as low as $36* Each Way
Purchase at FlyFrontier.com by Nov. 29; Travel Jan. 7 – March 6 DENVER, 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines is offering domestic fares you can’t bear to pass up. Travel to your favorite city with fares as low as $36* each way. Tickets must be purchased by 11:59 ET on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012. Fares are… Read the full press release
Ein erfolgreiches Wochenende in London: Hilton Frankfurt Airport räumt mehrere internationale Auszeichnungen ab
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Deutschland – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Es gibt viel zu feiern für das Hilton Frankfurt Airport. Denn das Hotel wurde bei den International Hotel Awards 2012 am vergangenen Wochenende in London gleich mit vier der renommierten Preise ausgezeichnet. Das Mitte Dezember 2011 im futuristischen THE SQUAIRE am Frankfurter Flughafen eröffnete Haus konnte sich… Read the full press release
Lonely Planet’s first guide to everything!
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Book of Everything is an indispensible how-to guide of essential tips and tricks for travellers, which is published this month. This new title is a collection of colourful illustrations and diagrams which present practical information, handy hints and fascinating facts about the world of travel. Created by pioneering graphic artist Nigel… Read the full press release