2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian launches Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as a new destination from Copenhagen and Stockholm. At the same time, tickets for the winter season from Oslo and Stockholm to New York and Bangkok are made available for sale. “Long-haul flying has for way too long been characterized by expensive fares and limited flexibility. The… Read the full press release
Hyatt Place New York/Midtown-South highlights brand’s move into urban, downtown locations CHICAGO, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Chesapeake Lodging Trust (NYSE: CHSP) and Real Hospitality Group today announce the opening of Hyatt Place New York/Midtown-South, marking the first Hyatt Place property to debut in New York City. The new Midtown Manhattan location represents a… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — This February saw Oslo Airport pass Copenhagen for the first time, making it the largest airport in Scandinavia this month. – This is something we have eagerly anticipated. This is excellent news for us and we’re very proud. At the same time, we are aware that Copenhagen will be the largest airport… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) holds spring banquets today and tomorrow in Taiwan for Macau tourism promotion and exchange with local travel trade. MGTO hosts the local trade and media representatives for spring banquets in Taipei and Taichung on February 14 and 15 consecutively. Exchange and networking are enhanced during the banquets,… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the conclusion of an agreement with the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the establishment of its Gulf Area office in Abu Dhabi, effective 1 June. “We are very pleased to be moving to our new home in Abu Dhabi. Today’s… Read the full press release
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) today handed over a type certificate for the Airbus A400M to Airbus Military. 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — This type certificate supersedes a restricted type certificate that was issued by EASA in April 2012 for the same type. It follows the satisfactory completion of a functioning and reliability flight testing campaign… Read the full press release
This treatment is the next generation of skin rejuvenation techniques. 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Houston now offers SilkPeel Microdermal Infusion, the next generation of skin rejuvenation techniques. This new innovative system combines a non-invasive exfoliation of the skin at a cellular level along with simultaneous infusion of clinically-proven nutrient rich skin treatments deep into the… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has announced early bird hotel deals in Guangzhou, China in the lead up to the 113th China Import and Export Fair, the largest trade fair in the region and a major event for importers, exporters, and manufacturers worldwide. Also… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ahead of St Patrick’s Day, Lonely Planet is releasing a brand new book to Ireland which is perfect for travellers who enjoy exploring a destination by road. Ireland’s Best Trips is a full-colour guide to the country’s top journeys. It contains 34 trips throughout Ireland with Lonely Planet’s team of expert authors providing… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is to extend its range of “hand baggage only” fares to all of its 32 short-haul routes at Gatwick Airport. The new type of fare, which launched last month, is already proving popular with customers on the initial five destinations from Gatwick – Amsterdam, Dubrovnik, Jersey, Tunis and Turin. From… Read the full press release
CTC and partners show our country in all its glory at Focus Canada-India and Outbound Travel Mart in Jaipur, New Delhi and Mumbai. 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Never underestimate the value of a trade show. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) and industry partners have just spent three weeks in India putting Canada in the hearts and minds of the travel… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located in the domestic passenger boarding lounge next to Upper Crust, Bentley is now open and ready to serve travellers. “Bentley is a welcomed addition to the mix of shopping choices available to customers of Winnipeg’s community airport,” said Barry Rempel, President & CEO of Winnipeg Airports Authority. “Today’s passenger experience… Read the full press release
2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a jam-packed weekend in San Antonio, Thursday, March 29 through Sunday, March 31. With Major League Baseball, NBA basketball, AHL hockey and NCAA championships, there is something for everyone. Texas Rangers fans no longer have to travel to Phoenix to get in on the pre-season action. March 29-30,… Read the full press release
Adults say their most vivid childhood recollections are of family vacations; Children report enjoying vacation time with parents and grandparents Washington, D.C., 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Parents that haven’t yet made spring break plans should consider taking off work to travel as a family. Some of life’s most cherished memories are formed on family vacations, according to… Read the full press release
The Lufthansa Group increases revenue by 4.9 per cent to EUR 30.1bn in 2012 SCORE delivers earnings contribution of EUR 618m in its first year Operating profit falls to EUR 524m (-36.1 per cent) due to higher fuel prices The Lufthansa Group expects to make further progress with SCORE and to improve its operating result… Read the full press release
Auckland, New Zealand, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has today announced that their long-standing partnership with prominent New Zealand travel agency, Brooker Travel Group, has been extended with the signing of a new multi-year agreement. The agreement, which sees Brooker Travel continue to use Travelport’s Galileo platform as… Read the full press release
RYANAIR’S BARGAIN THURSDAY! 100,000 seats on over 1,000 European routes in Apr from only £10 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight (Thur 14 Mar), passengers can fly from London Stansted to Haugesund from just £10 in April as part of its weekly ‘Bargain Thursday’ promotion…. Read the full press release
London, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International is once again one of the best big companies to work for in the UK, according to The Sunday Times. For the sixth consecutive year, Marriott features on the “25 Best Big Companies to Work For” list, this year climbing 5 places to 7th place overall. This distinction maintains… Read the full press release
BEIRUT, Lebanon, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Always leading the way with new and innovative activities, Hilton Beirut Habtoor Grand and Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace have unveiled their latest extensive and varied new food & beverage offerings designed to tempt the most discerning diners and sure to please the gourmand in anyone. Included in the line-up of tastebud temptations: The ultimate… Read the full press release
New deal offers Amadeus travel agents access to a comprehensive range of fares, schedules and availability from China Airlines, Taiwan’s largest airline, and Mandarin Airlines, its regional and domestic subsidiary. Madrid, Spain, 2013-03-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, has signed an extensive long-term content agreement with China Airlines… Read the full press release