RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Mayakoba continues to live up to its reputation as being among the top hotels in Mexico and the world. The property leads as the best luxury resort in Mexico while also placing second amongst all accommodation categories across the popular destination by the users of TripAdvisor in the 2013… Read the full press release
Daily Archives: February 4, 2013
The Registry Collection® Program Celebrates 19 New Affiliated Properties in 2012
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Registry Collection is celebrating the close of a big year of accomplishments in 2012. In the program’s 10th anniversary year, it added 19 additional affiliated properties to its luxury network of affiliated resorts and unveiled a redesigned website. “This year was especially significant for The Registry Collection as we celebrated a decade… Read the full press release
OAKWOOD WORLDWIDE® EXPANDS GLOBAL OPERATIONS WITH OPENING OF CANADA OFFICE
LOS ANGELES, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has expanded its Canadian operations with the opening of a Toronto-based office and the hiring of 20-year corporate housing veteran, Elle Crane, to support the company’s corporate housing partners and continue to strengthen Oakwood Worldwide’s footprint in Canada. Oakwood… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas Tops US News & World Report’s 2013 List of the Best Hotels in Nevada
Luxury Las Vegas hotel ranks #1 in Nevada following major guest room renovation. 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The recently renovated Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas has ranked #1 on US News & World Report’s 2013 list of Best Hotels in Nevada. The 2013 Best Hotels rankings recognize hotels with a record of high customer satisfaction and an exceptional reputation among published travel… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines First To Unveil Iconic Console Games On KrisWorld
2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — In keeping with its constant drive to enhance the entertainment offerings for its customers, Singapore Airlines debuts the brand new Red Eye Collection Games on KrisWorld, its award-winning in-flight entertainment (IFE) system. The introduction of these 15 iconic console games, which previously were available only on PlayStation, Windows and iPhone platforms, will now be offered… Read the full press release
Jet Airways Group Operating profits (EBITDAR) up by 244% despite higher fuel prices and rupee depreciation
Higher yields, cost & network initiatives help Jet Airways Group post PAT of INR 931 million for Q3FY13 vs. loss of INR 1,228 million in Q3FY 12. Editor’s Synopsis (Jet Airways and Jetlite combined): 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Group reported Profit after tax of Rs. 931 million or US $ 16.9 million for Q3 FY13 versus… Read the full press release
Silicon Valley’s Airport Staff Serve Not Your Ordinary Plane Food to Family Supportive Housing Residents
Meal Inspired by Airport Employee Published Cookbook SAN JOSE, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) teams up with Family Supportive Housing today to prepare and serve dinner to residents with a meal inspired by Airport Family Cookbook: Not Your Ordinary Plane Food, a collection of family and favorite recipes from SJC employees. As part of… Read the full press release
Simply the Best! Hartsfield-Jackson voted no.1 for amenities and more
ATLANTA, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the best U.S. airport for passengers searching for dining, amenities and business traveler services, according to Travel Leaders Group’s annual Travel Trends Survey. Hartsfield-Jackson also soared to the top of the list as the best place for passengers with a connecting flight. “Hartsfield-Jackson is more than a busy… Read the full press release
Punxsutawney Phil Predicts an Early Spring
Punxsutawney, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley was in attendance as thousands of fans watched as Phil made his highly anticipated weather prognostication, commemorating 127 years of Pennsylvania’s unique Groundhog Day tradition. Pennsylvania’s world-famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, predicted an early spring after emerging from his burrow without seeing his shadow this morning in the Pennsylvania… Read the full press release
We’re looking to build on the retention of train franchise
2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the article below Gary Iddon, appointed as General Manager, North and Scotland for Virgin Trains in January 2013, looks back on a dramatic 2012 for the company and sets out his vision for 2013 and beyond. The article is reproduced with the kind permission of the Lancashire Evening Post. It was published by… Read the full press release
JAL Group Announces Consolidated Financial Results for the First Three Quarters of Fiscal Year 2012
TOKYO, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The JAL Group (JAL) announced today, the consolidated financial results for the first three quarters of fiscal year 2012 (year ending March 31, 2013). During this nine-month reporting period, post-quake restoration demand continued to drive the Japanese economy; however, the economic rebound was blunted by a slowdown in the global economy. Recently, signs of… Read the full press release
GBTA Australia & New Zealand Sells Out in Advance of Inaugural Symposium
Canberra, Australia, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry – today announced that the inaugural Government Travel Symposium has sold out for delegate attendees. The Symposium will open on Tuesday March 5th with the Fundamentals of Business Travel Management Education and Buyer-Sponsor networking and follows by five dedicated … Read the full press release
Eurostar and the Young People’s Trust for the Environment launch national competition to recognise young environmental champions
2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar, the high-speed passenger rail service linking the UK with mainland Europe, today opens entries for its Have your say on sustainability competition, giving young people the chance to share their views with MEPs in Brussels. For the second year running, Eurostar and national charity ‘the Young People’s Trust for the Environment’ are inviting 11-18… Read the full press release
JAL Postpones Launch of Narita=Helsinki Route
TOKYO, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) decided today, to postpone the launch of its nonstop service between Tokyo (Narita) and Helsinki originally scheduled on February 25, 2013, in view of necessary adjustments to JAL’s international routes utilizing the Boeing 787 aircraft since January 16, 2013. The rescheduled date of opening of JAL’s Narita=Helsinki service will be… Read the full press release
Indulge in a Romantic Getaway This Valentine’s Day at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Continue an enduring love story on the shores of West Lake. 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Love really does make the world go round, creating wondrous stories throughout centuries. Hangzhou is known as the “Capital of Love,” and since time immemorial, love has impassioned the very fabric of the city. Hangzhou’s Broken Bridge has its own famous love… Read the full press release
QATAR AIRWAYS LAUNCHES MOBILE APPLICATIONS FOR BLACKBERRY, ANDROID, IPHONE AND INTRODUCES NEW MOBILE WEBSITE
Doha, QATAR, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, has placed the ease and convenience of travelling with the airline right in the palm of the customer’s hand – literally! With such busy lives, customers need to be connected to Qatar Airways’ services as well as the latest travel information from… Read the full press release