Alexandria, VA, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — J. Spencer Dickerson, Executive Director of the U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), released the following statement in response to the decision today by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to continue operations through the fiscal year at 149 contract towers previously scheduled for closure on June 15: “We are grateful that… Read the full press release
Daily Archives: May 13, 2013
The Jersey Biodiversity Centre was officially opened today
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Jersey Biodiversity Centre was officially opened today and will become a key provider of records and other information about Jersey’s natural environment. Environment Guernsey, the Société Jersiaise and the States of Jersey Department of the Environment have worked together to establish the Jersey Biodiversity Centre (JBC). For more than two centuries… Read the full press release
VIRTUOSO TRAVELER Magazine Highlights “29 Experiences of a Lifetime”
Leading Luxury Network Offers Inspiration for Travel Must-Dos NEW YORK, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spanning land, sea, sky, and even space, luxury travel network Virtuoso® offers memorable experiences no matter what the destination. The April/May issue of its VIRTUOSO TRAVELER magazine highlights “29 Experiences of a Lifetime,” which can be brought to life by Virtuoso travel advisors together with… Read the full press release
Metrolink will celebrate Bike to Work Day by offering free train rides to bicyclists
LOS ANGELES, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink will celebrate Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 16, by offering free train rides to Southern California commuters who bring their bicycles on board Metrolink trains. Metrolink bicyclists can transfer for free to Metro Rail and buses (metro.net), as well as buses operated by 10 other transit agencies:… Read the full press release
Taste of Chicago once again features the Mazda6 Celebrity Chef du Jour
Noted Chefs Prepare Three-Course Dining Experience 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the City of Chicago continues to demonstrate a robust culinary community of noted chefs, the city’s premier food festival continues its efforts to highlight these food masters as Taste of Chicago once again features the Mazda6 Celebrity Chef du Jour. This year’s menu of celebrity… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Maldives Celebrates Children’s Day
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — On March 10th 2013 Dusit Thani Maldives celebrated Children’s Day, recognising children and hospitality in the Baa Atoll. The resort invited 30 children and their teachers from the islands of Kihaadhoo, Dhonfanu and Dharavandhoo. A fun programme of activities was organised aiming to instil hospitality awareness and values in young children, as… Read the full press release
New water play experience will open this summer at Zoo Atlanta
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coming Soon: Splash Fountain At Zoo Atlanta WHO: Summer 2013 will bring an exciting new reason for guests to stay and play in the home of more than 1,500 animals from around the world. Preliminary construction has begun on an all-new Splash Fountain sponsored by the Atlanta Fulton County Recreation Authority on… Read the full press release
This summer, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers the Experience More package
Experience More with Four Seasons Hotel Prague This Summer. Hotel credit, art tours, private visit of Karlstejn Castle and more await at Four Seasons this summer holiday. 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — For this summer season, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers the Experience More package, applicable for Deluxe rooms and categories above. The package includes a Hotel Credit of EUR 75.00 once per room per stay of a minimum… Read the full press release
Dragonair offers exciting Chinese dishes from Man Ho of JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
HONG KONG, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dragonair today announced the second year of its collaboration with Man Ho, the premium Chinese restaurant at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, that is offering exciting and innovative Chinese dishes in the air. Dragonair passengers on selected flights from Hong Kong to Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Ningbo,… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines celebrates new service in Philadelphia with a big giveaway – 25 million frequent flyer bonus miles
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — 1,000 People to Receive Enough Miles for Award Ticket* (with taxes and fees from only $5 per award) WHO/WHAT: Spirit Airlines is celebrating its new service in Philadelphia in a big way and giving away 25 million frequent flyer bonus miles on Thursday, May 16, 2013.1,000 people (18 years and older) will… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines’ Live at 35™ concert series returns with Travelin’ Taylor Tour
Six Inflight Concerts. Six Taylor Guitars. Six Ways to Win! 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines’ Live at 35™ concert series has returned with the Travelin’ Taylor Tour, a series of six inflight shows featuring current and rising stars spanning multiple musical genres who play Taylor Guitars. During this unique inflight experience, each featured musician will… Read the full press release
Heathrow’s April 2013 Traffic and Business Report
Heathrow receives highest ever passenger satisfaction scores CAA price cap proposals discourage continued investment 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow saw 5.8 million passengers in April, a 0.7% decrease on April 2012. This was due to the earlier timing of Easter this year with all pre-Easter traffic occurring in March, leading to weaker passenger numbers for April… Read the full press release
Ryanair announces surge in bookings to Malmo for 2013 Eurovision Song Contest
100,000 Seats From Just £15.99 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (13 May) announced a surge in bookings to Malmo, as the Swedish city gears up to host the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest this week. Ryanair currently flies between Malmo and seven European destinations and has recorded strong bookings on… Read the full press release
Celebrate Summer with Gaylord Hotels’ SummerFest
SummerFest Activities Include The DreamWorks Experience and More. NASHVILLE, TENN., 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s no better way to get away this summer than with Gaylord Hotels’ SummerFest, an exciting line-up of special events and activities available all summer long – from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend at Gaylord Hotels. Located in or near Washington,… Read the full press release