Celebrate love with intimate dinners, romantic Spa treatments, and a gift of love this Valentine’s Day. 2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ —The time for flowers, candles, hearts, chocolates and candy is here again. Valentine’s Day celebrates love, the essence of life since early times, romantically depicted in novels, movies and music. This Valentine’s Day, Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria invites… Read the full press release
2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading regional airline’s Deli in the Sky rated best British airline by influential online study. Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has been recognised as the top best UK airline for the quality of its Deli in the Sky range of on-board food in Skyscanner’s* annual European Airline Food Awards. Flybe placed highest… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines and Emirates today announced enhanced frequent flier award benefits, enabling members to now redeem awards for travel in each others’ programs. Members of Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan and Emirates’ Skywards programs have already been able to earn miles on a reciprocal basis since the airlines’ partnership began in March… Read the full press release
2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today released combined Cathay Pacific and Dragonair traffic figures for December 2012 that show an increase for both passenger numbers and cargo and mail tonnage compared to the same month last year. Cathay Pacific and Dragonair carried a total of 2,520,864 passengers in December – an increase of 2.5%… Read the full press release
Marriott Joins Google, Starbucks and Other Top Employers on the ‘100 Best’ List 2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the 16th consecutive year, Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) is named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” according to FORTUNE magazine. This distinction maintains Marriott’s “All Star” status as one of only 13 companies that have… Read the full press release
2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. is pleased to announce the election of Mr. Garth Smorang, Q.C. as Chair and Mr. Tom Payne Jr. as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors. Previously Vice Chair, Mr. Smorang succeeds Mr. Tom Bryk as Chair and whose term concluded December 31, 2012. “I am honoured to… Read the full press release
2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of America’s Most Romantic Cities Offers Valentine’s Specials, Activities and Packages Valentine’s Week (February 8-17) in San Antonio is more romantic than ever as the destination transforms into the “City of Yellow Roses.” Romance specials themed around San Antonio’s legendary yellow rose offer a getaway like none other. Visitors can experience… Read the full press release
NEW DELHI, 2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton New Delhi-Noida-Mayur Vihar announced the launch of a special Winter Spa Menu at Eros Spa that offers extensive facilities and services to residential and non-residential guests. From January 15 until February 10, 2013, guests at the five-star deluxe hotel located just off the DND Flyway and within a 20-minute drive… Read the full press release
Atlanta, 2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces the details of a new long term agreement with Wisconsin-based ATC Travel Management, a leading travel management company that provides travel and meeting services. Through the agreement, ATC Travel has appointed Travelport as its primary technology provider and will… Read the full press release
2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located in the heart of the revitalised former British concession and central business district, The Ritz-Carlton, Tianjin will form an iconic landmark when it opens mid-2013 and pays homage to the city’s historical heritage and vibrant modern development. Tianjin, which literally means Emperor’s Port in North East China, has long been recognized… Read the full press release
Our marketing efforts with industry partners in Canada, South Korea and China gain kudos. 2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) prides itself on innovative marketing, being constantly on the lookout for ways to gain a competitive edge in the global tourism marketplace. So pardon us as we blush in the limelight, as last… Read the full press release
2013-01-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — A fantastic family day of sports is set to take place when the 6th Oman Air Corporate Cricket Tournament 2013 gets underway in Muscat’s Seeb Stadium on Friday 18th January. The tournament, organised by omancricket.com and managed by Pulse Events, will see 10 teams representing major businesses based in Oman compete, for… Read the full press release
New Delhi, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mr. Kapil Chopra has been appointed as President, The Oberoi Group. Mr. Chopra will be responsible for all The Oberoi and Trident Hotels in India. An alumni of The Oberoi Centre for Learning and Development (OCLD), Mr. Chopra’s experience as a hotelier spans over 19 years. Most recently, Mr. Chopra was… Read the full press release
Loews Hotels & Resorts Returns to Washington, D.C. with the Purchase of The Madison Hotel NEW YORK, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts, a wholly owned-subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L), today announced that the company has entered into an agreement to purchase the iconic, 356-room Madison Hotel in the heart of Washington, D.C…. Read the full press release
Redmond, Wash., 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Concur (Nasdaq: CNQR), the world’s leading provider of integrated travel and expense management services, today announced that its fiscal 2013 first quarter earnings conference call will take place on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT. The call will feature Steve Singh, chairman and chief executive officer, Rajeev Singh,… Read the full press release
Birth expected in August or September would be a first for Zoo Atlanta ATLANTA, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Andazi, a 6-year-old eastern black rhinoceros, is expecting her first calf. The new arrival would be the first black rhino calf ever born at Zoo Atlanta. Andazi and 8-year-old male Utenzi mated for the first time on May… Read the full press release
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the BBC starting its ‘Winter watch’ programme this week, the National Trust for Jersey are encouraging people to brave the cold weather and to get out and about to discover what wildlife can be seen around Jersey’s countryside this time of year. Although a dormant time for many species, others call… Read the full press release
MONTREAL, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — A railroad blockade in the Marysville area between Belleville and Kingston affects the movement of VIA Rail (www.viarail.ca) trains and its passengers between Toronto-Montréal and Toronto-Ottawa in both directions. Although this situation causes substantial additional expenses and forces our employees to work long hours, VIA Rail’s foremost priority is to ensure that our customers… Read the full press release
Tourism Australia has confirmed the appointment of Karen Halbert as its new General Manager Corporate Affairs and Strategy. She replaces Simon Westaway, who left Tourism Australia before Christmas to take up a new position at Orica. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia has confirmed the appointment of Karen Halbert as its new General Manager Corporate… Read the full press release
Everything’s coming up roses this February in the downtown Hotel’s award-winning Spa. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Everything’s coming up roses this Valentine’s Day in the downtownSpa at Four Seasons Hotel Austin, where new rose-inspired treatments cater to couples in the mood for relaxation and romance. Spiced Rose Massage Featuring an intoxicating aromatherapy blend of pink peppercorn, wild rose,… Read the full press release
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Acclaimed culinary trainer David Bilsland, a former instructor at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in London, is again set to host Silversea’s exclusive “Relais & Châteaux L’École des Chefs” interactive cooking school in 2013. On 14 ultra-luxury voyages across the globe, Chef Bilsland will present a programme developed in collaboration… Read the full press release
Spa Guests Enjoy Discounts and Chocolate Packages During Chocolate-Covered February in Hershey Hershey, Pa., 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth celebrates chocolate year-round, but especially during the month of February with its town-wide event called Chocolate-Covered February. The Spa At The Hotel Hershey, affectionately known as the Chocolate Spa, offers guests several ways to indulge even more during this… Read the full press release
Mexico City, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI®, the global leader in the vacation exchange industry, today announced the addition of Hotel Gran Festivall to its portfolio of affiliated resorts. The resort is located in the beautiful port of Manzanillo, Mexico. RCI® members will now be able to enjoy Manzanillo’s outstanding beauty and natural attractions that, when… Read the full press release
Newquay Cornwall Airport announces today a brand new charter destination to Turkey with tour operator OSKA-TRAVEL, a member of KENBA Group International. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Commencing 5th April 2013 and operating every Friday in April, passengers will be able to fly direct from NQY Airport to enjoy a 7 night escorted tour around the Turkish Riviera. The luxury break… Read the full press release
Workshop sessions on guest ranches, farm dinners and growing hops LINCOLN, NEB., 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — As agri- and eco-tourism continue to grow in popularity, new niches are constantly developing. Keep on top of these hot trends at the 2013 Nebraska Agri/Eco-Tourism Workshop on Feb. 5-6 at the Sandhills Convention Center in North Platte. Culinary tourism,… Read the full press release
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) flights between Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo have arrived and departed as scheduled since ANA inaugurated Boeing 787 Dreamliner service at SJC on January 11, 2013. Flights on January 14 were delayed by over three hours due to snow in… Read the full press release
TOKYO, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) has applied to the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) to revise down its international cargo fuel surcharge for flights departing from Japan from February 2013. Since April 1, 2009, JAL started adjusting its cargo fuel surcharge levels on a monthly basis by using the one-month average… Read the full press release
Employees name company an Employer of Choice for 16th consecutive year. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — For 16 years in a row,Four Seasons has been named by its employees to FORTUNE magazine’s list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For.” It is one of only a handful of organizations to have the distinction of being recognized every year since… Read the full press release
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Летище София обслужи 3 467 455 пътници през 2012 година. През Терминал 1 са преминали 927 хиляди пасажери, а през Терминал 2 близо 2 540 хиляди. Годишният анализ показва, че по международни редовни линии са пътували 90% от общия пътникопоток, 6% са пасажерите по вътрешни линии, а 4% са използвали чартърни полети…. Read the full press release
2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways has expressed its strong support for the principal measures outlined in the Policy Address given today by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, Mr Leung Chun-ying. The airline’s Chief Executive, John Slosar, said the address was robust in addressing some of the more pressing issues facing Hong… Read the full press release