Daily Archives: February 18, 2013

First flight from Sofia Airport on the Sofia – London Stansted route

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Saturday, 16 February 2013, Airbus A320 operated its first flight from Sofia Airport on the new Sofia – London Stansted route. The aircraft of easyJet, the third largest European airline, carried 165 passengers on board to the capital city of the United Kingdom. London Stansted became the third destination of easyJet from Bulgaria, following London Gatwick and Manchester. The airline will operate… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Presents a Wine Tasting Evening

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February 22 event at Bentley’s Whiskey Bar offers a selection of Italian wines. 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Evenings at Four Seasons Hotel Baku are always interesting and joyful. On Friday, Feburary 22, 2013, Bentley’s Whiskey Bar introduces Guido Vannucchi, regional manager from Antinori – one of the biggest wine companies in Italy. This special Italian-style evening will include opportunities to taste the… Read the full press release

Australian Celebrity Deborah Hutton Playing For Hilton Queenstown In The NZ PGA Championship

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QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australian media presenter Deborah Hutton is representing Hilton Queenstown in the NZ PGA Championship at The Hills in Queenstown later this month. The four-day PGA Tour of Australasia tournament will run from Thursday February 28 to Sunday March 3 featuring celebrities such as Sir Ian Botham, golf sensation Lydia… Read the full press release

Frontier Announces Nonstop Service From Denver to Eugene and Fresno

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Fares as low as $69* each way available at FlyFrontier.com  DENVER, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines announced today that it is launching new seasonal service from its Denver, Colo. (DEN) hub to Eugene, OR (EUG) starting May 16, 2013, and resuming year-round service from Denver (DEN) to Fresno, CA (FAT) starting May 17, 2013. To… Read the full press release

San Antonio’s Art Scene Comes to Light During Luminaria

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An Arts Event Produced by the Artists of San Antonio 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The ideal time to experience San Antonio’s artistic diversity is during Luminaria, an arts event produced by the artists of San Antonio. This city’s remarkable history and culture have crafted an arts scene as warm and diverse as its people. From award-winning… Read the full press release

Cloud 23 At Hilton Manchester Deansgate – Manchester’s Best Dressed Bar

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With Staff Uniforms Designed By Fashion Designer To The Stars Nadine Merabi MANCHESTER, England, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The stunning Cloud 23 Bar at Hilton Manchester Deansgate has staked its claim to the title of Britain’s best dressed bar after revealing that the uniforms worn by its team members were created by leading fashion designer Nadine… Read the full press release

CAA’s GA safety publications overhauled

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is to strengthen its provision of safety information to general aviation pilots from this spring. The CAA announced today that the publishing group, Archant, will begin producing general aviation safety material on its behalf. Archant, publisher of Pilot magazine, has been awarded a contract to write… Read the full press release

British Airways – Monte Carlo, Rome, London, next stop: home!

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers  jetting off on their half-term holidays were treated to an eye-opening surprise when a barrage of zoo animals attempted to blend in whilst checking-in to board a British Airways flight. To celebrate the film’s release on Blu-ray & DVD, the characters from DreamWorks Animation’s hilariously funny global smash Madagascar 3:… Read the full press release

2012 Marks Second Consecutive Record Year for Florida Tourism

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Governor Scott announced today that according to preliminary estimates* released by VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – 89.3 million visitors came to Florida in 2012, an increase of 2.3 percent over 2011. This represents a record year for visitation to Florida, exceeding the previous high of… Read the full press release

Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa has Introduced Kids Stay, Play and Eat for Free

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa has added Kids Stay, Play and Eat for Free to their comprehensive offerings at the Resort. If guests travel with children, then as long as they are staying in the same villa as their parents – they stay, play and eat for free. The Maldives is a… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Key phrase of the week: Chevron nozzles reduce noise

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Saw-tooth pattern improves noise profile of the Lufthansa 747-8 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Lufthansa Group remains committed to reducing aircraft noise emissions in order to minimise its impact on residents in the vicinity of airports. The greatest improvements can be achieved through the use of modern aircraft. That is why the Group is continuing to… Read the full press release

THE HISTORIC HOTEL WINDSOR REWARDS DELEGATES IN CELEBRATION OF ITS 130TH ANNIVERSARY

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australia’s oldest and most-cherished Grand hotel, The Windsor, is offering a special Celebration Package for conference and events delegates in 2013 to celebrate its 130th anniversary. The 130th Anniversary Celebration Package includes: – Complimentary wireless internet package for all delegates; – Complimentary audio visual presentation package that includes standard screen, data projector,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resorts Lanai Presents the Third Annual Lanai Jazz Festival, March 1-3, 2013

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resorts Lanai, in partnership with the Lanai community, HawaiiONTV.com and Jazz Alley TV, announces the third annual Lanai Jazz Festival March 1-3, 2013. The melodic sounds of the base will bebop, swing and boogie through the upcountry of Koele for the complimentary three-day event, benefiting the Lanai Community Association. Jazz enthusiasts and novices… Read the full press release

Danish gourmet liquorice arrives at Copenhagen Airport

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Danish liquorice brand Lakrids by Johan Bülow opens the doors to its popular universe of liquorice at Copenhagen Airport. The many types of liquorice – now set to travel around the world from CPH – are all made from high-quality ingredients. With the opening of the Lakrids by Johan Bülow shop at CPH,… Read the full press release

Dusit Thani Manila – SIYOUGA YAKI SET MENUS AT UMU JAPANESE RESTAURANT

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A master in the art of traditional Japanese cuisine, Umu Japanese Restaurant’s Chef Hiroyuki Fukata never fails to amaze us with his cooking! Anticipate his fantastic creations offered only this February: a collection of Siyouga Yaki Set menus featuring perfectly cooked thinly-sliced meats with tasty ginger sauce. Have your choice of Beef… Read the full press release

TATNEWS.ORG SEEKING IMAGES OF THAI EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ —  The official media website for the Tourism Authority of Thailand, www.TATNews.org, is inviting all photographers, travelers, media, and anyone interested in photography to participate in their first photo contest of 2013, with the theme being “Thailand Events & Festivals”. The competition is open to professionals and amateurs alike, regardless of age… Read the full press release

Get “Red Carpet Ready” at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Denver

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Celebrate the Academy Awards by indulging in Oscar-worthy pampering at The Spa. 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 85th Academy Awards are set to take Hollywood by storm on Sunday, February 24, 2013, and while most of the red carpet glitz and glamour will be in Hollywood, Denverites can enjoy a little slice of Hollywood right in… Read the full press release

Bath Tourism Plus to s’port Bath Rugby

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bath Tourism Plus (BTP) and Bath Rugby are teaming up to provide a range of promotional incentives that will encourage sport fans and visitors who arrive in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath to experience the city’s most popular sport. For the first time in the club’s history, advisors in the… Read the full press release

Oyster.com’s Hotel Tell-All iPad App Available Now on the App Store

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Highly anticipated travel app launches with more than 600,000 photos of Oyster-reviewed hotels around the world NEW YORK, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oyster.com, The Hotel Tell-All, today released a new iPad app which will allow users to explore more than 600,000 original hotel photos in 125 of the world’s top destinations. You can’t return a bad… Read the full press release

Información a las 11:00 horas. Ya han salido 54 vuelos de Iberia, todos los previstos hasta esa hora

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Se recomienda a los clientes de la compañía que acudan a los aeropuertos, en especial a la T4, en metro o cercanías para evitar posibles problemas en los accesos. Madrid, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A las 11:00 horas de la mañana, ya han salido 54 de los 135 vuelos que Iberia tiene previstos para hoy, una vez… Read the full press release

Dusit Thani Manila – BENJARONG THAI CURRY PROMOTION

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A visit to Dusit Thani Manila will not be complete without a delectable meal at Benjarong Royal Thai Restaurant. Named after prized porcelain in Thailand, Benjarong literally means “five colours”. It also suggests the five flavours of Thai cooking – bitter, salty, sweet, sour and hot, all featured in the restaurant’s wide… Read the full press release

IHG sets sights on growth in India: 13 new hotels signed in 2012, creating 2,600 jobs

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced it has signed 13 new hotels in India, boosting its existing pipeline in the country to 47. The announcement was made as Jan Smits, Chief Executive Officer for IHG in Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA), took part in a trade mission to India with British… Read the full press release

Government Reaps Extra £103M* Per Year From Holidaymakers Via A Stealth Tax On Travel Insurance Read more: Government Reaps Extra £103M Per Year From Holidaymakers On Travel Insurance

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The UK pays more tax on travel insurance than the rest of Europe 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — While the well-publicised increases to Air Passenger Duty (APD) will take effect from 1 April 2013, it is less widely known that the UK government is levying a stealth tax on travel insurance which may result in holidaymakers deciding to travel… Read the full press release

RAK Airways Board of Directors appoints Murabit Al Sawaf as the new board member of the airline

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Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2012 has been a very successful year for RAK Airways with passenger numbers having crossed 300,000 across the airline’s network. To step up the airline’s contribution to the aviation industry in the United Arab Emirates, the board of directors has appointed a versatile dynamic businessman Murabit Al Sawaf… Read the full press release

WIZZ AIR EXPANDS IN GEORGIA

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FIRST LOW COST FLIGHTS TO THE EU 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe announced today that it will double its capacity in Georgia by adding three new international routes from Kutaisi airport. Following the success of Wizz Air`s low fares connecting Kutaisi with Kiev, two new… Read the full press release

LODGING INDUSTRY CEOS VISIT WHITE HOUSE, CONGRESSIONAL LEADERSHIP

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lodging industry CEOs met with senior Administration officials in the White House yesterday to highlight the industry’s success with creating jobs, two days after the President delivered the State of the Union address. The White House meeting included Gene Sperling, director of the National Economic Council and assistant to the President for… Read the full press release

Información a las 8:30 horas: ya han salido 38 vuelos de Iberia de los previstos para hoy

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Hasta el momento no se han producido incidencias remarcables en los aeropuertos y se están cumpliendo los servicios mínimos. Madrid, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A las 8:30 horas de la mañana, ya han salido 38 de los 135 vuelos de Iberia previstos para hoy, una vez descontados los cancelados por la huelga. Hasta el momento, se están… Read the full press release

Key Bahrain International Garden Show display at Bahrain International Airport

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year’s Bahrain International Garden Show (BIGS) will be the highest profile event in the show’s history, with a BD10,000 marketing push from the Bahrain Airport Company expected to attract more international participation. This will be the first year ever that BIGS will be promoted throughout the high traffic passenger areas of… Read the full press release

Governor O’Malley Announces Third Straight Annual Passenger Record for BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

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Record 22.68 Million Passengers Flew BWI Marshall in 2012; International Passenger Traffic grew 20 Percent 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley today announced that 22,679,887 commercial passengers flew through Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport in 2012, a new all-time annual record. The 2012 annual passenger traffic figure, a 1.3 percent increase over 2011, represents… Read the full press release

Doncaster Sheffield Airport, Northern lights available at peak time

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2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers from South Yorkshire’s airport have the chance to catch the northern lights at their most colourful. A special flight from Doncaster Sheffield Airport will allow people to take in the famous solar spectacle at their peak time in March. BBC astronomer Peter Lawrence, famous for his role on The Sky at… Read the full press release