Cathay Pacific Adds Fifth Daily Flight to London Heathrow Hong Kong Carrier Redefining Convenience in Long-Haul Markets 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced a fifth daily return flight between its Hong Kong hub and London Heathrow, scheduled to debut on 27 June 2013. The additional flight further demonstrates Cathay Pacific’s commitment to serve key… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: February 2013
Celebrate Spring With A Midterm Breakaway at Four Seasons Hotel Dublin
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Why not whisk the family away this spring to Four Seasons Hotel Dublin on a luxurious Midterm Breakaway starting from EUR 480.00 per night including dinner, bed and breakfast? Available from February 11 to 17, 2013, the Midterm Breakaway begins from the moment of arrival with treats, family meals and fun in the pool. Families can relax and… Read the full press release
Gateway Airport Announces Three Final Candidates for Executive Director Position
Community Meet and Greet Planned MESA, Ariz., 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority announced today the three final candidates for the Executive Director position. Izzy Bonilla, Deputy Director at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, joins two internal candidates, Casey Denny, Gateway Airport Deputy Director and Jane Morris, Gateway Airport Director – Special Projects. All three candidates are… Read the full press release
Hotel Demand Outlook for 2013 Remains Positive According to TravelClick
NEW YORK, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hotels continue to see a steady increase in occupancy and revenue performance, according to data from the January 2013 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). When looking at Q1 2013 through Q4 2013, the current outlook is for moderate growth, with continued improvement in average daily rate (ADR) being the… Read the full press release
Sebastian Mikosz took the helm of LOT Polish Airlines
Warsaw, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, the Supervisory Board of LOT Polish Airlines has decided to appoint to the position of CEO – Sebastian Mikosz. It is a great satisfaction and responsibility that the Supervisory Board of LOT Polish Airlines has given me a credit and entrusted me the management of the company. I’m ready to take… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Announces Organizational Leadership Changes
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) today announced several executive changes as part of an overall effort to better streamline the Company’s organizational structure. Dave Ridley has taken on a new role as Senior Vice President Business Development. In this position, Ridley will focus on assignments that aid the development of our future business strategy and… Read the full press release
airberlin has been flying for one year from Berlin to Budapest
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — airberlin has connected Berlin to the Hungarian capital Budapest for the last year. On 6th February 2012, airberlin first started a daily connection to Budapest. After the first increase in frequency in May 2012, the airline is offering two daily flights to Budapest in this year’s summer schedule. “We are very pleased with… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific completes First Class Lounge renovations at The Wing, the airline’s flagship lounge in Hong Kong
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today reopened the First Class Lounge in The Wing, the airline’s flagship lounge at Hong Kong International Airport, following an extensive renovation. The newly opened 1,697-square-metre lounge, together with the Business Class Lounge, where renovations were completed last year, offers unparalleled levels of comfort and service to passengers flying out… Read the full press release
Hilton Athens Offer Special Lunch Menu For €25!
ATHENS, Greece, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — For guests enjoying a leisurely breakfast, families tucking into a Sunday brunch, or business guests holding an informal lunch meeting, Byzantino at Hilton Athens is the ideal location for relaxing and socializing. The executive chef, Yannis Manikis, has created a daily rotating set menu, based on Mediterranean cuisine including salad, main course and… Read the full press release
Lufthansa tests the effects of shark skin in flight
Key phrase of the week: Learning from nature 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two Lufthansa Airbus A340-300s are taking part in a very special mission as part of a trial scheduled to run until summer 2013. Eight 10 x 10 cm test patches have been placed on the fuselage and leading edge of the wings of each Airbus… Read the full press release
RYANAIR JAN TRAFFIC FALLS BY 50,000 PAX (-1%)
79.6M PAX CARRIED IN 12 MONTHS TO JAN 13 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (5 Feb) released passenger and load factor stats for Jan 2013, with its monthly traffic falling – as previously guided – by 50,000 (-1%) over Jan 2012 as Ryanair grounded up to 80 aircraft following the busy… Read the full press release
Travelport Announces New Managing Director for China
George Harb appointed to lead strategic opportunities in the region Beijing, China and Hong Kong, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has announced the appointment of George Harb as its new Managing Director for China, responsible for the development of strategic business opportunities for Travelport in this high-growth region…. Read the full press release
What’s New in Sports in Virginia for 2013
New sports venues, renovations and events make Virginia a top destination for sports in 2013 and beyond RICHMOND, Va., 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Athletes take note of Virginia’s new and updated sports venues and events in 2013. From a new squash facility in Charlottesville to a new tennis center in Virginia Beach and many new sporting events throughout… Read the full press release
Kamuela Provision Company At Hilton Waikoloa Village Named One Of The Most Romantic Restaurants By OpenTable Diners
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kamuela Provision Company (KPC), Hilton Waikoloa Village‘s signature seafood and steak restaurant, is thrilled to announce it has been named a winner of OpenTable’s Diner’s Choice Awards for the top 100 most romantic restaurants in the United States. The list of winners is derived from more than five million guest reviews submitted by… Read the full press release
Holidaymakers urged to check the cost of airline extras before booking
2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The millions of UK sun-seekers looking to book flights this winter have been urged to check the cost of any airline fees and charges to make sure they don’t end up paying for services they don’t want. The warning comes from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), whose online tool helps people compare… Read the full press release
DAC and gate Gourmet opens the new VIP Catering Facility at Al Bateen Executive Airport
The new 770 square metre facility marks the launch of the first PPP at Abu Dhabi Airports Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), the operator of Al Bateen Executive Airport, the dedicated business aviation airport in the Middle East, and gategroup of Switzerland, today officially opened the ‘Executive Gourmet’ catering… Read the full press release
Always up-to-date with the Lufthansa app
Apps and mobile website for smartphones in a new design 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa has revamped its mobile portal mobile.lufthansa.com, which is designed special-ly for smartphone users. It has also updated the corresponding apps and added a number of new, practical functions. With this latest Lufthansa app, users of iOS- and Android-powered smartphones can receive automated flight… Read the full press release
Renaissance Hotels Inspires Guests to “Live Life to Discover…Love” This Valentine’s Day with Larger Than Life Floral Suite
Love Blossoms in the Ultimate Wall-to-Wall Bouquet Suite. 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an effort to inspire guests to‘Live Life to Discover…Love’this Valentine’s Day,Renaissance Hotels (www.renhotels.com) has designed a one-of-a-kind romantic hotel suite complete with 27,000 extraordinary flower blossoms. Couples and loved ones nationwide can experience the ultimate Valentine’s Day getaway by staying in the brand’s exclusive ‘Love Blossoms’ suite,… Read the full press release
transavia.com Masters Codeshare and Interline E-Ticket Processes with Travelport’s Comprehensive E-Ticket Technologies
Atlanta, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a long-term IT services partnership with the Netherlands’ low-cost carrier transavia.com, an independently operated member of the Air France/KLM Group. transavia.com has adopted the Travelport ETDBase™, a global e-ticket database hosting service, and joined the Travelport E-Ticket Interchange to fully support… Read the full press release
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Leads Family Travel Discussion With “Hilton Mom Voyage” Forum For Moms And Dads
MCLEAN, Va., 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hotels & Resorts, a leader in family travel around the world, today launches Hilton Mom Voyage, www.HiltonMomVoyage.com, a dynamic family travel site featuring 14 moms and one dad who will engage with parents nationwide as they share insider travel content based on their own vacation experiences from the white sand beaches of… Read the full press release
ADAC Receives ACI’s Recognition of Quality Management Systems for 2012 And joins the APEX program
In its drive to implement aviation best practice internationally Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an Initiative to support the global drive to Further develop the aviation industry, Abu Dhabi Airports Company signed last week and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airport Council International (ACI) to partner with the council in their latest Safety… Read the full press release
Sparks Fly at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay this Valentine’s Day
Indulge in the island’s top romantic offerings. 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Valentine’s weekend, loved ones can be surprised with an intimate getaway to the private island of Lanai. The islands alluring canvas of swaying palm trees, turquoise blue water and the lush verdant upcountry create an idyllic backdrop for romance for any occasion. Four Seasons Resort Lanai at… Read the full press release
Alaska Air Group Reports January Operational Results
SEATTLE, 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported January operational results for its mainline and consolidated operations. Detailed information is provided below. ALASKA AIRLINES – MAINLINE Alaska reported an 11.8 percent increase in traffic on a 12.2 percent increase in capacity compared to January 2012. This resulted in a 0.2-point decrease in… Read the full press release
‘LUV Is In The Air’ With These Low Southwest And AirTran Fares — Starting At $49 One-Way To Select Nonstop Destinations Nationwide
Airlines Launch Three-Day ‘LUV SALE’ for Spring and Summer Travel 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) and wholly-owned subsidiary AirTran Airways spread the LUV today with a three-day LUV Sale with sweet one-way nonstop fares available for $49, $89, $119, or $149 to select destinations, based on length of travel. For travel up to 500… Read the full press release
American Airlines and Alaska Airlines Expand Codeshare Agreement
FORT WORTH, Texas and SEATTLE, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — American Airlines and Alaska Airlines announced today that the two airlines are strengthening their relationship by adding new codeshare routes that will offer customers even more choices and benefits when traveling throughout the United States. The codeshare flights are available for purchase today for travel beginning Feb. 7,… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Launches Destination Give; Voting Opens Today for Houston Charity to Receive $10,000
Miramar, Florida, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines’ (NASDAQ: SAVE) has launched its new Spirit Destination Give program, the latest in the airline’s many efforts of giving back to the local communities it serves. Voting opens today for a Houston charity to receive $10,000. To kick off the program, Spirit has teamed up with a variety of… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Celebrates 14 Days Of “LUV” With Daily Ticket Giveaways At The Southwest Rink at Skyline Park
Skaters Have Just Two More Weeks to Enjoy Free Skating at the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park—Last Open Day will be Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14 The “LUV” Airline will Give Away Two Roundtrip Tickets a Day Through Valentine’s Day 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Listen up, Denver—this is the last call to lace up your skates and take… Read the full press release
Celebrate Valentine’s Day At Hilton Mumbai International Airport
The Brasserie, Imperial China and Flames Will Offer Memorable Dining Experiences MUMBAI, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Valentine’s Day this year, Hilton Mumbai International Airport will offer a choice of memorable dining experiences at its popular restaurants -The Brasserie, Imperial China and Flames. The Brasserie all-day restaurant will offer a special candle-light dinner, with unlimited beverages, priced… Read the full press release
Travelport launches new fare management tool
Travelport Net Fare Manager offers unrivalled flexibility and control Langley, United Kingdom, 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a new tool for agents which will enable them to significantly enhance the way they manage, mark-up and control the onward distribution of their airline filed private fares. The… Read the full press release
San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick Wins “Greatness on the Road” Award Presented by Courtyard at “2nd Annual NFL Honors”
Two-Hour Primetime Awards Show on CBS Salutes Top Players & Performances From 2012 Season. 2013-02-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco 49ers QB COLIN KAEPERNICK is the winner of the “GREATNESS ON THE ROAD” AWARD PRESENTED BY COURTYARD for his play in the 49ers’ 31-21 Week 12 victory over the Saints in New Orleans, it was announced tonight… Read the full press release