Jet2.com celebrates milestone

Leeds Bradford Airport’s Commercial Director, Tony Hallwood, presents Steve Heapy, Jet2.com’s Chief Executive, with a glass globe plaque to mark the airline’s tenth anniversary

LEEDS, 2013-02-18 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s officially 10 years since Jet2.com began flying from Leeds Bradford Airport, bringing cost effective European air travel to Yorkshire. Since its launch, Jet2.com has helped more than 30 million passengers reach their favourite destinations, with 2012 proving to be the most successful year to date as over… Read the full press release

British Airways, Flying back in time for Red Nose Day

2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is taking a step back in time by hosting the ‘Highest 80s Gig in the Sky’ on Sunday 10 March for Red Nose Day – with Bananarama, Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet), Kim Wilde and Go West performing. The exclusive flight will attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the… Read the full press release

Travelport renews contract with UAE travel agency SNTTA

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport – the global business services provider to the travel industry – and SNTTA, one of the most reputed travel management companies in the UAE, have jointly announced the renewal of their partnership, which will see SNTTA’s clients continue to benefit from Travelport’s expertise and cutting edge products for… Read the full press release

HATTERS LEGENDS BACK EASYJET FOOTBALL SHIRT AMNESTY

HATTERS LEGENDS BACK EASYJET FOOTBALL SHIRT AMNESTY

2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline and Luton Town Football Club defenders Simon Ainge and Lathaniel Rowe-Turner teamed up today – Friday 15 February ahead of the club’s crucial FA Cup tie against Millwall tomorrow, to lead a football shirt swap outside the Town Hall in Luton Town Centre. The first 50 fans… Read the full press release

SAS is the first airline in the world to achieve IATA Fast Travel Award platinum status

Scandinavian Airlines, SAS, is the first airline in the world to achieve IATA Fast Travel Award Platinum status. This means that SAS offers over 80% of the IATA’s selected self-service options to its passengers throughout the journey. 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — In order to achieve Platinum status, at least 80% of the airline’s products must have… Read the full press release

Parade for the Celebration of the Year of the Snake next vitalizes Macau Northern District

2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Organized by Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), the mega evening outdoor Lunar New Year celebrations named “Parade for the Celebration of the Year of the Snake” took place at Macau Northern District tonight (February 16), boosting the festive ambience in town for citizens and visitors. MGTO Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes,… Read the full press release

Heathrow full year results

T2 Roof

Results for the year ended 31 December 2012 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow (SP) Limited (formerly BAA (SP) Limited) owns Heathrow and Stansted airports. Throughout this document, Heathrow (SP) Limited and its subsidiaries are referred to as the Group. Record Heathrow passenger satisfaction and passenger numbers 8.1% revenue increase supports 11.6% Adjusted EBITDA growth Heathrow investment… Read the full press release

Negotiations with one of the finalists for Executive Director to commence

MESA, Ariz. — 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — After a nationwide search, and following direction from the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority’s Board of Directors, Mesa City Manager Chris Brady and Board counsel will enter into negotiations with Jane Morris, Gateway Airport Director-Special Projects, for the Executive Director position. Ms. Morris is one of the finalists interviewed by… Read the full press release

Al Bateen Executive Airport’s DhabiJet named second best FBO in the world

DhabiJet tops big names around the world in EBAN reader survey Highest ranked FBO among 328 facilities worldwide and highest in the Middle East Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Al Bateen Executive Airport, operated and managed by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), announced today that its Fixed Based Operator (FBO) facility – DhabiJet;… Read the full press release

Hilton Pattaya Presents ‘Chill-Out To The Next Level’ With Region’s Premiere DJs’ At Horizon

DJ JUST

This Premier Rooftop Entertainment Venue Offers the Exclusivity of Bangkok Hottest DJs Line-up PATTAYA, Thailand – 2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya presents its latest DJs event throughout February and March 2013 at Horizon restaurant and bar. It has enlisted an eclectic DJ line-up, playing various famous tunes from new funk, jazz, house upbeat to the… Read the full press release

Sofia Airport recorded 15 % cargo increase in January 2013

2013-02-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sofia Airport recorded 15 % cargo increase in January 2013 Cargo In the first month this year, Sofia Airport recorded a 15 % growth in cargo volumes compared to January 2012, and this is a total of 1 360 t of handled cargo and mail. The cargo volumes carried on scheduled international flights increased by 3%, and those on special cargo flights went… Read the full press release