2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chairman of the Aviation Business Development Task Force, Rose Hynes has welcomed the announcement today of the government decision to separate Shannon Airport from the DAA by year end. The announcement was made as details of the plan for the new entity were unveiled. The five year plan is based around… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: December 2012
Heathrow joins forces with noise campaign group on noise respite trial
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow, in partnership with HACAN, NATS and British Airways, has launched a new trial to test whether creating ‘noise relief zones’ for communities under the flight path could ease disturbance for residents. On average, around seventeen flights arrive at Heathrow each morning between 04.30 and 06.00. As air traffic controllers route these… Read the full press release
Wine and Dine at CottoCrudo Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Prague This Winter
Value-added Winter Dining Delight room package with three course dinner or lunch in modern Italian CottoCrudo Prague, Czech Republic – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — For this winter season, Four Seasons Hotel Prague has created a value–added Winter Dining Delight package, available from December 1, 2012 till March 31, 2013.* The package includes accommodations in newly remodeled rooms or suites, American breakfast, three course… Read the full press release
AIR FRANCE, KLM, DELTA AND ALITALIA LAUNCH AGENTCONNECT.BIZ, A WEBSITE DEDICATED TO TRAVEL AGENTS
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France, KLM, Alitalia and Delta are launching today “AgentConnect.biz”, the new joint website dedicated to travel agents. This website provides them with the necessary tools and information to meet customer requirements, 24/7. Originally launched in 8 countries in Northern Europe, (Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Denmark, Sweden), AgentConnect.biz replaces afkl.biz… Read the full press release
Academy awards arrive in London at 45 Park Lane
45 Park Lane celebrates the 85th Academy Awards with a special award season menu 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located in Dorchester Collection’s latest London property, celebrated chef Wolfgang Puck’s CUT at 45 Park Lane will be offering diners the chance to celebrate the 85th Academy Awards in true Hollywood style. A special menu will be created… Read the full press release
140% more seats on Bristol service
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blue Islands are responding to the overwhelming passenger demand on the Bristol service and will be significantly increasing the capacity on the route. The remarkable success of the Bristol service, launched 18 months ago, means more seats are required to meet the increased demand. Capacity will increase by 140% in February 2013… Read the full press release
BONNES VACANCES: EUROSTAR TRIALS NEW DIRECT SPRING SERVICE TO LYON & PROVENCE
Tickets for new service as well as for the existing summer service to Avignonon sale from 11 December 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar, the high-speed passenger service linking London and mainland Europe is launching a new direct service from London and Avignon to three popular holiday destinations in the South of France – Lyon, Avignon… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C. Announces First Hotel in Kazakhstan with the Development of The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
Chevy Chase, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has announced the expansion of its luxury hotel portfolio in the CIS with the development of the first hotel in Kazakhstan. The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty is owned by a subsidiary of Capital Partners L.L.C. The 145 room hotel is located in the 37 storey Esentai Tower… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines And AirTran Airways Increase Flight Schedule For Traveling College Sports Fans
Airlines Add Extra Flights from Chicago Midway and Birmingham to South Florida for Bowl Game DALLAS – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is making the right call for college sports fans planning to travel to Miami for the Bowl Game on Jan. 7, 2013. Today the airline introduced additional flights to accommodate Customers traveling… Read the full press release
A New Chapter For Hilton Surfers Paradise
Hotel Announces New General Manager As David Kelly Departs For China SURFERS PARADISE, QLD, Australia – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Surfers Paradise has officially appointed Chris Partridge to the role of general manager following the announced departure of the hotel’s founding general manager, David Kelly. David will depart the hotel bound for Beijing where he… Read the full press release
IATA, FABs Need to Deliver Results
Brussels – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the European Commission, EU member states and Europe’s Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) to ensure that Functional Airspace Blocks (FABs) are delivering real results. The call came on the deadline date for European states to set up agreements grouping Europe’s 27 ANSPs… Read the full press release
JAL Starts First Scheduled Nonstop Flight between San Diego and Asia Today
SAN DIEGO, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) celebrated the opening of its seventh gateway in North America with the first ever scheduled nonstop flight between San Diego and Asia today. Flight JL066 -departed Tokyo (Narita) today carrying a full load of passengers on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. It landed in San Diego International Airport… Read the full press release
Four Holiday Events at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle on Everyone’s List (Including Santa)
From a children’s book themed chocolate buffet to an Ibiza-inspired New Year’s Eve party, add these annual festive events to your downtown Seattle holiday traditions Seattle, U.S.A. – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The holidays are in full swing and at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and ART Restaurant these four events are a must when considering how to spend the holidays: A… Read the full press release
Ryanair To Grow 400,000 Pax & 400 Jobs In Scotland In 2013
6 NEW ROUTES, 1.8M PASSENGERS (1,800 JOBS) AT EDINBURGH 2 NEW ROUTES, 1.4M PASSENGERS (1,400 JOBS) AT PRESTWICK 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (4 Dec) announced significant summer 2013 growth in Scotland, with 38 routes (6 new) at Edinburgh and 27 routes (2 new) at Glasgow Prestwick, which will deliver… Read the full press release
Mitt Romney Rejoins Marriott International Board
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — W. Mitt Romney has rejoined the board of directors of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR), the company said. Gov. Romney, the 2012 Republican nominee for U.S. president, begins his board term today. J.W. Marriott, Jr., the company’s executive chairman, said, “We are delighted that Gov. Romney has agreed to rejoin our board,… Read the full press release
QATAR AIRWAYS TO SERVE SIXTH GATEWAY IN CHINA
Airline Announces Thrice-Weekly Flights To Chengdu In Sichuan Province China Frequency Rises To 41 Services A Week With New Route From Doha Doha, QATAR – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways today announced plans to launch scheduled flights to Chengdu – its sixth gateway in the People’s Republic of China, beginning March 19 next year. The… Read the full press release
Hilton Brisbane Sponsors Flagship Exhibition, The 7th Asia Pacific Triennial Of Contemporary Art (APT7)
Hilton Brisbane Continues To Support Queensland Art Gallery I Gallery Of Modern Art With Fourth Successive Partnership BRISBANE, Australia – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Brisbane continues to solidify its place in Brisbane’s vibrant cultural landscape, partnering with the Queensland Art Gallery I Gallery of Modern Art for the flagship exhibition, The 7th Asia Pacific Triennial… Read the full press release
AirTran Airways Launches Fare Sale To Kick Off The New Year
Airline Offers Sale Fares as Low as $69 One-Way to Destinations Nationwide DALLAS – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — AirTran Airways, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV), today announced a fare sale offering Customers low air fares to kick off the New Year. Customers can book fares to destinations nationwide (see Fare Rules below) with fares… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific statement on union threat to disrupt public’s travel plans over Christmas and New Year
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today stressed that the discussion with the Flight Attendants Union (FAU) on year-end arrangements has concluded. The company trusts that the 2% salary increment for 2013 and the discretionary 13th month payment for 2012 is a fair, reasonable and competitive offer in view of the extreme challenges the airline… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Treats Deluxe Suite Guests to Exotic and Super Luxury Cars
Offering the style and glamour of Palm Beach in partnership with Lou La Vie Palm Beach, U.S.A. – 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — At Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, the Deluxe Oceanfront Two-Bedroom Suites, as close to the beach as one can get with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, just got even better. In partnership with Lou La Vie, a luxury car… Read the full press release
Summer Sojourns With Hilton Sydney
SYDNEY – 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Crisp white linen, contemporary rooms, sun-drenched public spaces, award-winning dining and luxury surroundings are all on offer this summer. Escape to the city and spend the night or the weekend and enjoy the iconic Hilton Sydney in the heart of the city. Sydney is set to scorch this summer with… Read the full press release
Iberia pone en marcha un nuevo servicio de información al cliente ante incidencias, “Iberia Conecta”
Los clientes podrán registrarse ante la compañía para recibir información de primera mano sobre su vuelo La aerolínea ha decidido adelantar el lanzamiento de este servicio debido a la convocatoria de huelga, y con el objetivo de poder informar mejor y de una forma más ágil y rápida a los clientes. Se trata de la… Read the full press release
Silicon Valley’s Airport Receives Partnership Award from Transportation Security Administration
Team Effort to Protect Nation’s Air Transportation System SAN JOSE – 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) was honored with the TSA Partnership Award 2012 at a ceremony in the Transportation Security Administration San Jose Field Office on November 28, 2012. On behalf of SJC staff, Director of Aviation Bill Sherry accepted the award… Read the full press release
Cityjet announce two new routes into Germany – Dresden and Paderborn
2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — CityJet, the airline that flies from the heart of London, will launch two new routes this summer into Germany – Dresden and Paderborn from April 2013. Flights to Dresden will commence from 1 April 2013 and services to Paderborn will commence on 22 April 2013. Bookable from today at www.londoncityairport.com fares include all taxes… Read the full press release
Celebrate the Festive Season with Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence
Special room packages plus Christmas and New Year’s celebrations on the Nile Cairo at The First Residence, Egypt – 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — This holiday season experience the vibrancy and magical energy of one of the world’s most ancient cities. Book the Cairo Cultural Package at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence and experience a walk inside the… Read the full press release
United Airlines Consolidating into KCI Airport Terminal A
2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Effective December 5, all United Airlines flights will operate in Terminal A in a newly remodeled space once leased by Midwest Airlines. United will operate from gates 23-30 toward the far end of the terminal. The space and its in-line baggage screening system have enough capacity to accommodate the carrier which grew… Read the full press release
Experience The Best Of Melbourne This Festive Season With Hilton on the Park-Melbourne And Hilton Melbourne South Wharf
Choose From A Range Of Festive Function Venues, Themed Events, And Christmas Buffets MELBOURNE, Australia – 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The elegant Hilton on the Park-Melbourne and the stylish Hilton Melbourne South Wharf have come together to offer a range of festive events for guests to celebrate with friends, family or colleagues this Christmas. Events During December… Read the full press release
Agoda.com makes mobile booking even easier with its app for iPad
2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has built on the success of its iPhone app with the release of its brand new iPad app, designed specifically to take advantage of Apple’s groundbreaking portable tablet. Available now for free in the iTunes store, the iPad… Read the full press release
Give The Gift Of Mandarin Oriental This Holiday Season
HONG KONG, 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Delight friends and loved ones by giving the gift of Mandarin Oriental’s legendary service, Michelin-starred cuisine and award-winning spas in the world’s most sought-after locations, all wrapped into one elegant package. The Mandarin Oriental Gift Card is available in denominations ranging from USD 50 to USD 10,000, and can be redeemed for… Read the full press release
Oslo Airport, Temporary border control for international travel
2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — In connection with the Nobel Peace Prize being awarded to the EU on 10 December 2012, the Norwegian authorities have decided to temporarily reinstate border control for travel within the Schengen area during the period 3 – 12 December 2012. The objective is to ensure public order and domestic security, including preventing… Read the full press release