2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — With Christmas fast approaching, Eastern Airways, which operates flights from Bristol Airport, has introduced some festive cheer with seasonal onboard snacks. Specially shaped biscuits and chocolate slices are being served as part of the in-flight service to passengers on all of its scheduled flights from Bristol for the next three weeks. The… Read the full press release
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Positive income before tax and nonrecurring items – New aggressive plan launched – First decisive step implemented · The measures launched at the beginning of the year are now making an impact – MSEK 23 in income before tax and nonrecurring items for January-October 2012 – Passenger revenue up 5.6% (currency-adjusted for… Read the full press release
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), is partnering with Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer to bring even greater rewards to its frequent flyer members when they book hotels with Agoda.com. Founded in 1972, Singapore Airlines is a multi-award winning airline in the global air travel market,… Read the full press release
Enterprise Sustainability Blog: Independent research challenges “romanticized view of collaborative consumption” ST. LOUIS, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A recent independent study, as reported in ScienceDaily.com, confirms affordability and convenience are the primary factors for customers’ participation in car-sharing programs. The study – “Access Based Consumption: The Case for Car Sharing” by Northeastern University’s Fleura Bardhi and… Read the full press release
Washington, D.C. – 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — David Huether, senior vice president of research and economics at the U.S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Commerce Department announcement on October 2012 international trade: “Overall U.S. exports fell $6.8 billion in October while imports fell $4.9 billion, resulting in the trade deficit edging up slightly to $42.2… Read the full press release
Zurich, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services to the aviation sector, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sabine Meinitz as Vice President for Corporate Communications and Marketing, with effect from 10th December 2012. Sabine has many years of experience in senior communications and marketing roles at international companies… Read the full press release
Bangkok, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) are pleased to announce TripAdvisor™ as a new PATA Strategic Partner. TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, offers trusted advice from real travellers and a wide variety of travel choices and planning features with seamless links to booking tools. TripAdvisor has the largest travel community… Read the full press release
Debuting A New Concept In Luxury Travel Experiences in the Americas PUERTO RICO, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., recognized as the global leader in luxury hospitality is pleased to debut the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve property in the Americas with Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Puerto Rico. Situated on 1,400 acres of the former… Read the full press release
Hilton Rotterdam voltooit tweede fase renovatie ROTTERDAM – 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Rotterdam sluit de tweede fase van de grootscheepse verbouwing af met de oplevering van zeven nieuwe vergaderzalen, die geschikt zijn voor 10 tot 350 personen. In combinatie met elkaar kunnen er nu evenementen voor maximaal 1400 personen tegelijkertijd worden georganiseerd. De “state of… Read the full press release
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Proposals to enhance the UK’s airspace system, through the Future Airspace Strategy (FAS), that will increase airspace capacity, improve flight efficiency, and reduce aviation’s environmental impact were discussed today at a London conference organised by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Airspace is a key part of the UK’s transport infrastructure and… Read the full press release
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Korean Air and Amadeus sign global full content agreementAmadeus travel agencies worldwide will benefit from the highest level of access to Korean Air’s services and content Bangkok, Thailand, 11 December, 2012: Korean Air, South Korea’s flag carrier and Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, have signed a full… Read the full press release
#4 in the Middle East, #1 in Jordan Amman, Jordan – 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman has been honoured in theCondé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, as the #4 Top Hotel in the Middle East, and #1 in Jordan. It is an honour to be included in this prestigious list with a reader satisfaction rating of 88.4 out of… Read the full press release
“Hotel: Behind Closed Doors” Premieres Wednesday, December 12, at 9 p.m. ET/PT BETHESDA, MD – 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Have you ever wondered what goes into operating a global hotel empire spanning more than 70 countries, nearly 3,800 properties, 645,000 rooms and 18 brands, ranging from Marriott Hotels & Resorts to Courtyard to The Ritz-Carlton? On… Read the full press release
HONOLULU — 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting today, Hawaii residents are invited to vote for their favorite design that best represents the unique culture of the Aloha State in Alaska Airlines’ “Paint the Plane” contest. The public can visit www.alaskaair.com/hawaii until Dec. 18 to cast their vote, which will help Alaska Airlines determine the winner of the statewide… Read the full press release
Southlake, Texas, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sabre Hospitality Solutions, the industry’s leading global hospitality technology company, and Dragon Trail Interactive, an award-winning digital marketing agency and travel technology company headquartered in Beijing, China, have signed an agreement that will enable Sabre Hospitality Solutions to offer Dragon Trail website, digital marketing and social media services to all… Read the full press release
Exhibition continues through February 13, 2013 Jakarta, Indonesia – 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta is currently hosting an exhibition of paintings by talented artist Ken Pattern. During this exhibition, more than 80 original paintings are around the Hotel’s Lobby area. The exhibition continues through February 15, 2013. Ken Pattern is a well known artist whose work… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow Airport today announced that the new Terminal 2 will be home to STAR Alliance and Aer Lingus flights as well as Virgin Atlantic’s domestic routes when it opens in 2014. The new Terminal 2 will give Heathrow the best passenger facilities of any major hub in Europe. 75% of passengers at… Read the full press release
31 ROUTES (4 NEW ROUTES) & 1.7m PAX P.A. AT RYANAIR’S 2ND DUTCH BASE 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (11 Dec) announced it would open its 52nd base (2nd Dutch base) at Eindhoven in April 2013 with one based aircraft as it invests over $70 million at Eindhoven Airport. Ryanair… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Not chosen any Christmas presents yet? There’s no need to panic – with airberlin’s individual flight vouchers, nobody will be left standing round the Christmas tree empty-handed. Last-minute shoppers can purchase vouchers for amounts starting from ten euros at www.airberlin.com/en-DE/site/fluggutschein.php. The vouchers can be created from a selection of Christmas or holiday motifs… Read the full press release
Accor aims to account with 50% women hotel managers worldwide, with an intermediary target of 35% by 2015 Paris, 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Accor, the world’s leading hotel operator and market leader in Europe, announced the international launch of its women’s network: Women at Accor Generation (WAAG). WAAG’s aim is to fight against stereotypes and help Accor reach its gender… Read the full press release
Airline’s luxury Jet To Feature At Premier Middle East Business Aviation Air Show Aviation Leaders Converge At One Of Industry’s Most Prestigious Events Dubai, UAE – 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways’ luxury jet arm Qatar Executive will have a leading presence at one of the year’s most prestigious air shows this week. Qatar Executive’s state-of-the-art… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today welcomed the announcement by the Flight Attendants Union (FAU) not to stage a strike during the peak travel period over Christmas and New Year. Chief Executive John Slosar said, “This is good news for our passengers, for all Cathay Pacific staff and for the Hong Kong travelling public.”… Read the full press release
Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Provides Companies with More Opportunities to Perform 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce a new, streamlined process, making it more accessible for Chicago’s theater and dance companies to take advantage of performance space and opportunity to workshop… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Летище София, Двоен ръст на пътуващите по вътрешни линии през ноември Пътници Двоен ръст на пътуващите по вътрешни линии отчита Летище София през ноември. До Варна и Бургас са летели 12 517 пасажери, спрямо 5 985 за същия месец през миналата година. Над 218 000 са пътувалите по редовни международни линии. С… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — As per 1 January 2013 Mats Jacobsson (49) will assume the position of Senior Vice President Distribution. In his new role he will be reporting to Paul Gregorowitsch, CCO airberlin. His new responsibilities will include the airberlin group’s service centers, customer service as well as the overall distribution channel strategy. He is… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) extends the deadline of ‘Sunny Side in Frames’ photo competition until 25 June 2013 before 1430hrs. The main purpose of extending the time limit is to allow more photographers to join the competition and to allow them to pool of new destination pictures. This is… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland today unveiled plans for a national marketing campaign to promote accessible tourism in England next year. The national tourist board will work with five destinations to develop exciting itineraries with top class accommodation and attractions that provide a warm welcome for all visitors including those with access needs. The campaign, a… Read the full press release
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s favourite airline today (11 Dec) rejected recent speculation emanating from the Belgian Government and/or Brussels Airlines that there was some prospect that Ryanair would move to Brussels Zaventem when Brussels Airlines disappears due to its catastrophic losses. Ryanair has rejected this idle speculation and confirmed its commitment to its base… Read the full press release
Makena Beach & Golf Resort Partners with Local Master Sommelier to host Lamb & Syrah Wine Tasting in December Wailea, Makena – 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Makena Beach & Golf Resort, with the help of Master Sommelier Patrick Okubo, explores the pairing of Lamb & Syrah on December 20, 2012 at the resort’s Molokini Bar… Read the full press release
Qatar, Doha, 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taking part in the global meeting and events exhibition, EIBTM (Exhibition for the Incentive Business Travel and Meetings), Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) will be participating in the 25th anniversary of the event at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain, from the 27th till the 29th of November 2012. Hosted by… Read the full press release