The American Hotel & Lodging Association commends the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for key appointments of several influential members of the lodging industry

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — GTAC provides key input on per diem, travel regulations and policies The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) commends the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for today’s appointment of several influential members of the lodging industry to the Governmentwide Travel Advisory Committee (GTAC). Instituted in December 2012 as part of the federal government’s… Read the full press release

Fitch Ratings upgraded CVG’s rating on outstanding revenue bonds

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fitch Ratings today upgraded CVG’s rating on outstanding revenue bonds to A- and said its outlook for the airport remains stable. In raising the airport’s rating from BBB+, Fitch cited CVG’s “solid financial metrics.” Among these metrics, Fitch included lower fixed costs going forward, with a 75 percent reduction in annual debt… Read the full press release

RAK Airways awarded ‘Best Strategic Facebook Award’ by Pan Arab Web and Social Media Awards

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — UAE’s RAK Airways is one of the youngest national carriers of the United Arab Emirates and the airline has attracted over 64,000 fans over the past one year. Social media interaction is the highest customer service platform applied by RAK Airways to consistently interact with its passengers. On May 8, 2013, at… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Mexico D.F. and Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita introduced combined travel package

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons is expert in creating unforgettable experiences, and now Four Seasons Hotel Mexico D.F. and Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita are introducing a distinctive travel package that combines the relaxed tranquility of a seaside setting with a unique urban encounter. Travellers can pair a perfect Punta Mita escape with the vibrant culture of Mexico City, with… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport announced it appointed key China trade representative for its South initiative

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swallow Wang currently based in Shanghai, has been appointed as the key China Trade Representative to support the South Island Tourism Industry. South, an initiative launched by Christchurch Airport, is pleased to announce the appointment of Swallow Wang. Prior to this appointment Swallow was the Asia Sales Director for Southern World Vacations… Read the full press release

16 new restaurants and shops opened at San Diego International Airport under airport’s Concession Development Program

New Concessions Including Craft Brews on 30th Street, Ryan Bros. Coffee and Gaslamp Marketplace Bring San Diego Flavor to Travelers SAN DIEGO, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sixteen new restaurants and shops have opened at San Diego International Airport (SDIA) over the past several months, bringing more and higher quality dining and shopping options to travelers. The openings… Read the full press release

RAK Airways attended the Arabian Travel Market under the umbrella of RAK Tourism Authority

Ras Al Khaimah, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the second year RAK Airways participated in the Arabian Travel Market under the umbrella of RAK Tourism Authority and the media clout was excellent. The power-packed management team H.E. Sheikh Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of Department of Civil Aviation and Vice-Chairman of RAK Airways along with… Read the full press release

Thomson Airways announced its first long haul 787 Dreamliner flight to take off from Gatwick Airport

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thomson Airways, the first UK airline to fly the new state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner today celebrated the departure of the inaugural long haul flight to Cancun. Mexico from Gatwick airport. Thomson operated flight TOM030 with its brand new 787 plane which departed Gatwick Airport today with 291 customers on board. It was… Read the full press release

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Beijing: absolute individuality combined with some of the world’s most clinically advanced therapies

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Beijing combines a philosophy of absolute individuality with some of the world’s most clinically advanced therapies to offer personalized renewal for all. In a first for the city, The Spa fuses indigenous Chinese ingredients and time-honoured traditions with cutting edge techniques and technology to present treatments as decadent and effective… Read the full press release

Iberia construye su futuro con una nueva organización interna más ágil, reducida y eficiente

Se reduce de 82 a 44 el número de directivos Responde a los objetivos estratégicos planteados en el plan de transformación Propicia la mejora de la eficiencia, la productividad y una base de costes competitiva Mejora la agilidad en la toma de decisiones Facilita una mayor la cooperación y coordinación entre áreas Refuerza la orientación… Read the full press release

UK’s first airline to fly 787 Dreamliner Thomson Airways named its second aircraft ‘Alfie’ after baby born on flight

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thomson Airways, the first UK airline to fly the revolutionary 787 Dreamliner, has named its second aircraft ‘Alfie’, after a baby born at 30,000 feet and delivered by cabin crew on one of its flights, after his mother unexpectedly went into labour. Weighing just 1lb and 1oz, Alfie Delamere was born 14… Read the full press release

Britain’s Got Talent star Alesha Dixon joined Thomson Airways to celebrate the inaugural long haul flight of UK’s first 787 Dreamliner

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manchester Airport, 8th July 2013: Much-loved star of Britain’s Got Talent, Alesha Dixon, surprised holidaymakers today when she joined Thomson Airways team to celebrate the inaugural long haul flight of its superstar 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Usually judging Britain’s talent, Alesha learnt some new skills as she stunned customers flying to Florida, helping on the… Read the full press release

Special Four-Course Pairing Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Denver’s EDGE Restaurant with LPGA Star Cristie Kerr

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is partnering with Double Cross Vodka to present an intimate dinner event featuring professional golfer Cristie Kerr, who plays on the US Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tour.  Kerr is a 16-time LPGA Tour winner and former LPGA World #1 ranked champion. When not on the greens, Kerr… Read the full press release

Vacation exchange leader RCI and financial institution Concord Servicing Corporation sign affiliate agreement

Parsippany, N.J., 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced a new agreement with Concord Servicing Corporation to offer discounted financial services to RCI’s affiliated resorts through the recently branded RCI Affiliate Access program. Concord Servicing Corporation is a well-respected financial institution in… Read the full press release

Ramada Hotels announced 30% discount at select properties throughout EMEA

LONDON, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s official. Summer is finally here and whilst the sun has yet to appear, planning a sizzling summer getaway just got easier with Ramada’s Super Summer Savings promotion. Travellers can book a trip to any one of over 90 participating Ramada hotels throughout the U.K., continental Europe, the Middle East and Africa… Read the full press release

Restaurant 5 of Discovery Suites Philippines to commemorate International Friendship Day

Philippines, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — July 30 is International Friendship Day. The event is an idea of the World Friendship Crusade which is a foundation that promotes friendship and fellowship among all human beings, regardless of race, colour or religion. To commemorate this world-wide event, Restaurant 5 of Discovery Suites features an eclectic lunch spread featuring… Read the full press release

Jeff Chase appointed Oakwood Worldwide Franchise Sales and Development Manager

LOS ANGELES, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartments, announces the promotion of Jeff Chase to franchise sales and development manager. In this capacity, Chase will be responsible for Oakwood Worldwide franchisee sales support, training and process. Chase will focus on aligning Oakwood Worldwide’s sales vision and strategy… Read the full press release

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA to present Q2 2013 results at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3, Aker Brygge, Oslo

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA’s presentation of the second quarter results 2013 will take place at 8:30 AM on Thursday July 11th at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3, Aker Brygge, Oslo. The results will be presented in Norwegian by the CEO, Bjørn Kjos. Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA, commercially branded “Norwegian”, is a low-cost… Read the full press release

Iberia, primera aerolínea del mundo que permite a sus clientes emitir la etiqueta del equipaje desde su web

Este nuevo servicio, denominado MyBagTag, agiliza la facturación, supone mayor comodidad para el cliente y le permite ahorrar tiempo en el aeropuerto. El servicio MyBagTag se ofrecerá en los vuelos punto a punto con origen / destino España y, próximamente, se extenderá a destinos europeos e internacionales. MyBagTag es una iniciativa del proyecto Ágora de Iberia, cuyo objetivo es… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines introduces advanced in-flight entertainment system on its new Boeing 777-300ERs flights

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Customers will soon be able to experience the next generation KrisWorld, the world’s most advanced in-flight entertainment system to date, on new Boeing 777-300ERs entering Singapore Airlines’ fleet in the coming months. The new KrisWorld, based on a Panasonic Avionics hardware platform, will initially be available on eight new B777-300ERs that will begin to enter service from… Read the full press release