JetBlue and the Houston Airport System Announce New Flights from Hobby Airport to Boston

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — JetBlue Airways, Boston’s largest airline with more flights than any other carrier at Logan International Airport (BOS), today announced it will be adding two daily flights between Boston’s Logan International Airport and Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) starting July 25, 2013. To celebrate, customers can now book sale fares from $49… Read the full press release

Friday Night Fever rate is now available during the month of April at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California

Friday Night Fever Continues into April at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California with Special Overnight Promotional Rate of $199. Friday Night Fever promotional rate is inclusive of valet parking and more with additional savings on dining, cooking expos and spa. 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Back by popular demand, the Friday Night Fever rate is now available during… Read the full press release

Swissport Executive Aviation Nice rated ‘3rd’ of the Top FBOs

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport Executive Aviation Nice, part of Swissport International Ltd., has been voted 3rd of the top FBOs (fixed-base operators) in Europe, Middle East, Russia and Africa by readers of ‘European Business Air News’, in recognition of the excellent ground handling services it provides to the international community of operators and executives who use… Read the full press release

South African Airways announces three product enhancements that are set to delight passengers

Johannesburg, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — South African Airways (SAA) has announced three product enhancements that are set to delight customers flying on the award-winning South African national flag carrier. SAA is a premium brand proud to associate with other quality and established premium brands to offer customers a world-class service when travelling. From 1 April 2013, SAA… Read the full press release

Virgin Trains supports Guide Dog training

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virgin Trains and the British Transport Police have joined forces to help a guide dog get accustomed to the railway environment. For most of us, getting on and off a train is not a matter of concern and barely something we pay any attention to. But for a person who is blind… Read the full press release

New destinations bring eggstra special start to the Easter getaway at JLA

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the first Bank Holiday period of the year this weekend, staff at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) are gearing up for a busy couple of weeks with both the great Easter holiday getaway and the start of the airlines’ summer schedules. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is forecasting a possible 10% increase… Read the full press release

WIZZ AIR ANNOUNCES 10TH SKOPJE ROUTE

NEW SERVICE TO GOTHENBURG STARTS 31 MAY 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe announced today that following strong demand for its low fares from Skopje a new route will be launched from 31 May. In addition to the popular services to Stockholm and Malmo in Sweden,… Read the full press release

flydubai to fly double daily to Sri Lanka this summer

Carrier to increase its frequency to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport from 03 June 2013 Dubai, UAE, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — flydubai, Dubai’s innovative low-cost airline, announced that it will fly double daily to Sri Lanka starting this summer, bringing the total number of weekly flights to 14. The announcement comes a week after the carrier attended the… Read the full press release

IHG announces sale of InterContinental London Park Lane for £301.5m

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today announces it has agreed to sell InterContinental London Park Lane (“the Hotel”) to Constellation Hotel (Opco) UK S.A., which is an affiliate of Constellation Hotels Holding Limited, a Middle Eastern private investment group.  IHG’s leasehold interest in the Hotel has been sold for… Read the full press release

RCI Ireland Achieves National Recognition as a ‘Great Place To Work’

Cork, Ireland, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI, the world’s leading timeshare exchange business, has been officially recognised as a Best Workplace 2013, following an award ceremony designed to showcase the best employers in Ireland. Of the 49 leading companies who made the list, RCI was 12th in the large business category, making it the highest placed tourism… Read the full press release

Hershey Highmeadow Campground Adds new accommodations in Celebration of 50th Anniversary season

Just in time for summer, new accommodations available for upcoming travel season  Hershey, Pa., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests visiting Hershey Highmeadow Campground this summer can enjoy entertainment at neighboring Hershey attractions, brand new facilities at the Campground, and enjoy a 50th anniversary season. Hershey Highmeadow Campground opened on May 16, 1963 and has grown from 50 sites and one… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia: New report to help guide future Tourism Distribution Strategy

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The findings of a comprehensive review of how Australian tourism product is distributed internationally have been published by Tourism Australia and its state and territory tourism partners. The “Distribution 2020: Situational Analysis” report provides industry with an overview of current distribution approaches and potential models for the future across Australia’s key holiday… Read the full press release

The Tourism Authority of Thailand launches “Songkran Splendours” — A variety of events to celebrate the Thai New Year

Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is organising a variety of events from 6 to 21 April 2013 to celebrate the Thai New Year under the name “Songkran Splendours.”  The holiday, which falls during the hottest month of the year in Thailand, celebrates the conventional calendar’s “astrological passage” and is marked… Read the full press release

James Park Associates and Jamco will launch a brand new, world-leading business class seat at the Hamburg Aircraft Interiors Expo 2013

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — James Park Associates and Jamco, the acclaimed supplier of aircraft interior engineering and products, will launch a brand new, world-leading business class seat at the Hamburg Aircraft Interiors Expo 2013. The seat, which is uniquely configured and can be optimised for a range of different aircraft types, offers aisle access, improved passenger… Read the full press release

Jersey Crowned Second Best Island in Britain and Eighth in Europe

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, have announced the winners of its inaugural 2013 Travellers’ Choice Islands Awards, based entirely on feedback from millions of TripAdvisor travellers. Jersey has great cause for celebration – the Channel Island has been crowned Britain’s second best island and even features in the European top 10… Read the full press release

Charles “Chip” Barclay Announces Retirement at American Association of Airport Executives

Alexandria, VA, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Charles “Chip” Barclay announced today his retirement as CEO of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), effective December 1, 2013. Barclay joined the association as CEO in 1983 and has led the staff during a period of rapid growth and advancement for the organization. Barclay said, “I want to… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines увеличивает частоту полетов в Волгоград

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines, участник глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, объявляет об открытии нового рейса Москва – Волгоград. Рейс S7-1169/1170 Москва – Волгоград – Москва будет выполняться c 1 апреля 2013 года с периодичностью четыре раза в неделю – по понедельникам, вторникам, четвергам и субботам. С 27 мая частота полетов увеличится до шести раз в неделю –… Read the full press release

VisitEngland: 2.7 MILLION BRITS TO TAKE A UK BREAK OVER EASTER WEEKEND

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2.7 million Brits (6 per cent of the adult population) plan to make the most of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend by taking at least one overnight holiday trip in the UK, with 2.5 million people (5 per cent) planning to take that trip in England, according to VisitEngland’s latest Trip Tracker… Read the full press release

MOON PALACE GOLF & SPA RESORT ANNOUNCES BEACH BOYS PERFORMANCE & LAUNCHES AIR CREDIT PROMOTION

Cancun’s premier entertainment destination enhances offerings in time for Summer MIAMI, Fla., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Palace Resorts – the company that sets the standard in luxurious, all-inclusive resort accommodations – proudly announces legendary super group, The Beach Boys, in concert at the Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort on August 6, 2013. And, just in time… Read the full press release

Australia’s most cherished Grand Hotel, The Windsor, launches What’s Your Windsor Story campaign

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of its 130th anniversary as Australia’s most cherished Grand Hotel, The Windsor has launched a What’s Your Windsor Story campaign asking former guests to share their memories and memorabilia that will be featured as part of an commemorative exhibition to be hosted during its milestone anniversary. For thirteen decades,… Read the full press release

Makena Golf Course to Close for the Rest of the Year for a multi-million dollar improvement program

Next Phase of Makena Makeover begins Makena Golf Course to Close for Remainder of the Year New Course to Come On Line in Early 2014  Makena, Maui, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the completion of the makeover of the hotel at Makena Resort, ownership is turning its attention to Makena Golf Course. An announcement today by… Read the full press release

Saint Louis Zoo, Mid-America Chevy Dealers sealed a multi-year partnership that will help conserve animals at home and around the world

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mid-America Chevy Dealers, representing 33 Missouri and Illinois Chevy dealers, have sealed a multi-year partnership with the Saint Louis Zoo that will help conserve animals at home and around the world. The partnership includes opportunities for showcasing Chevy vehicles on Zoo grounds and at some of the Zoo’s most well-known events. Among… Read the full press release

Join Woodland Park Zoo for its annual Spring Fling: Enjoy keeper talks and animal feedings

SEATTLE, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Woodland Park Zoo has your spring break plans covered! Join the zoo for its annual Spring Fling, April 12-14 and 19-21. Enjoy keeper talks and an opportunity to feed the elephants, penguins and Australian birds (additional cost for feedings). Spring Fling programs are free with zoo admission, except as noted. The… Read the full press release

Chile and Peru Pilot New Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria for Destinations

WASHINGTON, D.C., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has selected the Cusco-Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu corridor in Peru, and the shores of Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas, and Frutillar in the Lakes Region of Chile for the second round of its pilot program to test its new Criteria and Indicators for Destinations.  These new Early… Read the full press release

Qantas epiQure, Wolf Blass and Lizard Island are joining forces to host an exclusive gourmet wine and dining experience over the weekend of 24-26 May

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qantas epiQure, Wolf Blass and Lizard Island are joining forces to host an exclusive gourmet wine and dining experience for just 80 guests over the weekend of 24-26 May. Against the backdrop of the stunning natural beauty of Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef, guests will be treated to a showcase… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou Celebrates Offical Debut With Unveiling Of Designer Fan

Hong Kong, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou today celebrated its official debut with a champagne lunch reception for over two hundred VIP guests, to unveil the hotel’s signature fan, which has been designed by world respected fashion designer, Vivienne Tam. As a native of Guangzhou, Tam has a strong emotional attachment to the city…. Read the full press release

ALAMO, ENTERPRISE AND NATIONAL ANNOUNCE “CASH-IN CLUB” SPRING PROMOTION TO REWARD TRAVEL AGENT PARTNERS

Promotion Provides Club Members Three Times Points on Rentals; Four Times Points for Elite Members St. Louis, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands have kicked off an exciting promotion for the Cash-In Club rewards program for U.S. and Canadian travel agent partners, on bookings made after March 23, 2013. The promotion offers… Read the full press release

Suite Dreams at Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel

Iconic London Property Creates Nursery Fit For a Royal Baby. London, England, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel and bespoke nursery designers Dragons of Walton Street, today announce an exclusive partnership which will see a luxury Premium Park View suite transformed into an exquisite, quintessentially British nursery, designed and tailored with a… Read the full press release

Ryanair announces partnership with National Express, offering affordable and direct coach travel for Ryanair passengers

2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (28 Mar) announced a new partnership with Europe’s largest scheduled coach operator, National Express, offering Ryanair passengers travelling to/from London and Manchester affordable and direct coach travel. Ryanair passengers travelling to/from London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted and Manchester can avail of direct National… Read the full press release

Hilton Worldwide Launches campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan

Launches campaign to mark half a century of successful operations in the country 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today launched a campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan. As part of the celebrations, the leading global hospitality company has announced a series of promotions and sweepstakes that will be rolled out over the… Read the full press release