Monthly Archives: December 2013

Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) staff and contractors restored service to Terminal A after water line rupture

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UPDATE No. 4 @ 5:30 a.m. – Final Update San Jose, CA, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) staff and contractors worked around the clock to restore service to Terminal A after a water line rupture affected areas of the terminal on Dec. 16, 2013. Passenger operations have fully resumed in Terminal A in time… Read the full press release

Frontier Airlines announced expansion of its nonstop service from CVG to Denver

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Cincinnati, OH, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced the expansion of its nonstop service from CVG to Denver. The expanded service will begin in May with the addition of two new weekly flights growing to a total of 11 weekly flights by August. Frontier first began service from CVG in May of 2013 becoming… Read the full press release

Finavia Corporation updated its financing policy and its financing-related reporting policy

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Vantaa, Finland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The company immediately updated its procedures when the 2011 auditing of the accounts found out that Finavia Corporation has acquired structured interest derivatie contracts in 2009–2011. The contracts were non-hedging, i.e. in violation of the Group’s financing policy. The use of derivatives, which started during CAA, the predecessor of Finavia Corporation,… Read the full press release

Ryanair expressed its regret about Sir Howard Davies’ Airports Commission shortlist

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MORE POLITICAL FIDDLING, WHILE UK TOURISM BURNS Shannon, Ireland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, the UK’s favourite airline today expressed its regret at the shortlist produced by the Davies’ Airport Commission which advocates a potential second runway at Gatwick or two alternatives at Heathrow, but only by 2030, and again by 2050, long after they’ll be… Read the full press release

Ryanair reminded its customers to book their discounted tickets for the final day of the Leopardstown Christmas Race Festival 2013

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2 FOR 1 RACE DAY ENTRY ON RYANAIR.COM Shannon, Ireland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (17 Dec) reminded its customers to book their discounted tickets for the final day of the Leopardstown Christmas Race Festival 2013, which will feature the feature Grade 1 ‘Ryanair Hurdle’ on Sun 29th Dec. All… Read the full press release

Ryanair’s “Fly to Win” scratchcards support UK charity Anthony Nolan with €10,000 donation

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Shannon, Ireland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (17 Dec) made a €10,000 donation to the UK charity Anthony Nolan the latest in a series of charities to receive support from Ryanair’s “Fly to Win” scratchcards. Ryanair’s Michael Cawley presented the €10,000 donation to Nicky Read, Head of Corporate Fundraising at Anthony… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company unveiled its first hotel in Israel – The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya

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The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya brings the renowned luxury hotel experience to life in Israel Chevy Chase, MD, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. unveiled its first hotel in Israel today, with the much anticipated official opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya. Spectacularly located overlooking the Mediterranean, the property is a first-of-its-kind industry leader for Israel’s luxury… Read the full press release

Marriott International named among America’s top corporations for LGBT Equality

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Marriott Earns 100% Perfect Ranking on 2014 Corporate Equality Index Bethesda, MD, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global lodging leader, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today was named among America’s top corporations for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality, by earning a perfect 100% score on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) 2014 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)…. Read the full press release

Preferred Hotel Group unveiled China Ready program tailored specifically for Chinese travelers

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Company Launches Global Initiative to Court Chinese Travel Market With Chinese Website, Dynamic Marketing Campaigns, Hotel Certification Program, and More Chicago, Il, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Chinese travelers continue to gain momentum as the world’s strongest outbound travel spenders, Preferred Hotel Group™ showcases its commitment to this key market with the launch of China Ready. This one-of-a-kind… Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels expands Asia portfolio with the opening of the Tokyo Marriott Hotel

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Hilltop Location in Shinagawa is the Latest in Growing Global Portfolio of Marriott Hotels in Asia and around the world. Tokyo, Japan, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International announces the opening of the Tokyo Marriott Hotel on a hilltop address known locally as Gotenyama. This represents the global hospitality company’s 12th hotel in Japan, and the third… Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels announced plans to open 174-room Marriott Hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

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Weston, Fl, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International’s (NASDAQ: MAR) flagship brand, Marriott Hotels, announced plans to open the174-room Marriott Hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra in 2016, making it the first hotel in Bolivia for the company. The hotel will be developed by Empresa Hotelera Icon S.A. and operated by Marriott International. Situated on the… Read the full press release

National Black MBA Association honored Marriott International as its Corporation of the Year for its commitment to diversity and inclusion

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Washington, D.C., USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Washington, D.C., chapter of the National Black MBA Association (DCNBMBAA) honored Marriott International as its Corporation of the Year for its demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and its long-term partnership with the chapter.   The award was presented during DCNBMBAA’s Annual Scholarship and Awards Fundraiser Brunch, which is designed to… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Macau announced new spa package Winter Rejuvenation

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Macau, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Macau helps guests to energise and overcome winter fatigue with a fantastic new spa package, Winter Rejuvenation, which includes treatment at the hotel’s award-winning spa, signature afternoon tea, a spa gift and luxurious accommodation. The Winter Rejuvenation package is available until 28 February 2014, with rates starting from MOP4,388… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group received the 2013 International Award at Hong Kong Business Awards run by DHL and the South China Morning Post

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Hong Kong, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group was honoured to receive the 2013 International Award at the prestigious Hong Kong Business Awards ceremony held recently in the city. Established in 1990 by DHL and the South China Morning Post, the Hong Kong Business Awards aims to encourage and sustain the region’s entrepreneurial spirit… Read the full press release

Avis Car Rental to launch car rental operations in Laos and Cambodia

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Parsippany, NJ, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental, the leading international car rental brand in Asia, today announced that it has selected a licensee to launch car rental operations in Laos and Cambodia. Avis Car Rental will officially enter both markets with the opening of airport and city facilities in Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane… Read the full press release

Loews Don CeSar Hotel presents its “Casino Royale” ballroom celebration this New Year’s Eve

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St. Pete Beach, FL, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether your favorite Bond memory was from “Diamonds are Forever,” “Goldfinger” or “From Russia with Love,” the James Bond excitement you enjoyed in years past will come alive this New Year’s Eve as Loews Don CeSar Hotel presents its “Casino Royale” ballroom celebration. The entire fifth floor… Read the full press release

The Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow named World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel 2013 at World Travel Awards in Doha, Qatar

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Brussels, Belgium, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow has been awarded as the World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel 2013 for the fourth year running at the glittering World Travel Awards ceremony held on 30 October 2013 in Doha, Qatar. “This is the fourth year in a row that the Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow… Read the full press release

The sixth annual Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg to take place at TradeWinds Island Grand St. Pete Beach, FL on Dec. 21-23, 2013

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St. Pete Beach, FL, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds – the Official Beach Resort of the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg – Shows Team Spirit with Fun-Filled Fan Events What: The sixth annual Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg is set for Mon., Dec. 23, at 2 p.m. ET and will be televised nationally on ESPN… Read the full press release

GBTA announced registration is open for GBTA Convention 2014 in Los Angeles, Calif., July 26-30

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Alexandria, VA, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – announced today registration is open for the GBTA Convention 2014 in Los Angeles, Calif., July 26-30. The annual convention is the largest, most comprehensive annual gathering of business travel and meetings managers, meeting planners,… Read the full press release

Photo release: Arrival of the brand new Thomas Cook Airbus 321 aircraft at Belfast International Airport

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Photos from the launch of the brand new Thomas Cook airbus. This brand new aircraft is the first new A321 into the Thomas cook fleet and will be based at Belfast International Airport. Pictures from Harrison Photography, Belfast. ### Notes to editors: About Thomas Cook Airlines UK Thomas Cook Airlines UK (TCX)… Read the full press release

Airports Council International and International Air Transport Association to jointly develop Smart Security (SmartS)

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Geneva, Switzerland / Montreal, Canada, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Council International (ACI) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) jointly to develop Smart Security (SmartS). With the MoU, ACI and IATA can better align their resources and expertise to improve the journey from curb to boarding. Passengers will be… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific to move its freighter operations from Dubai International to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC)

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific announced today that it will move its freighter operations from Dubai International to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) from 01 February 2014. Dubai is Cathay Pacific’s transit hub for its European destinations including Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Manchester, Paris and Milan. The airline currently operates 7 weekly… Read the full press release

UNWTO World Tourism Barometer: international tourism grew by 5% in the first nine months of 2013

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Madrid, Spain, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the first nine months of 2013, international tourism grew by 5% according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. The number of international tourist arrivals reported by destinations around the world increased by some 41 million between January and September, growing above UNWTO’s initial forecast and creating an important stimulus to… Read the full press release

Russian town Tobolsk welcomed the Sochi 2014 Olympic Torch Relay

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Sochi 2014 Olympic Torch Relay arrives in Tobolsk Sochi, Russia, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — On December 12, on the 20-year anniversary of the Russian Constitution, Tobolsk welcomed the Sochi 2014 Olympic Torch Relay. 25 torchbearers, succeeding one another on a route of 5.3 km, carried the Olympic flame along the main city streets, as well as on… Read the full press release

UAE national airline Etihad Airways to start flying daily to Perth, Western Australia from July 2014

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Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will commence daily flights to Perth, Western Australia on July 15, 2014. The non-stop services between the airline’s hub and its fourth Australian gateway bring to 351 the number of weekly flights which Etihad Airways operates between Australia and Abu… Read the full press release

JAL Group (JAL) estimates 405,778 passengers travelling on its international flights during the Japanese New Year vacation period

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Tokyo, Japan, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — JAL Group (JAL) estimates a total of 405,778 passengers travelling on its international flights during the Japanese New Year vacation period from December 20, 2013 to January 5, 2014 based on current reservation figures. The total number of people travelling to and from Japan is expected to retain the same level… Read the full press release

Belgian professional golfer Nicolas Colsaerts to host exclusive golf clinic at Four Seasons Golf Club Mauritius at Anahita

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Mauritius, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel George V proposes an ultimate treat exclusively for only one couple to spend an unforgettable Valentine’s night in Paris’ most legendary palace. This unique package starts as one arrives in Paris, where couples will be greeted by a hostess who will lead them to the Hotel’s own customized Hermes Rolls… Read the full press release

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore invites guests to like or share its daily Facebook post for a chance to win spa-themed luxury prizes

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Guests can “like” or “share” the Hotel’s daily Facebook post for a chance to win luxury prizes Baltimore, MD, USA, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is offering guests the opportunity to win spa-themed luxury prizes with 12 Days of Spaliday Giveaways. Visit Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore on Facebook daily from December 13 through 24, 2013 and “like” and “share” the featured… Read the full press release

Cape Town International Airport hosted party for 200 children from informal settlement to spread the Christmas cheer

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Cape Town, South Africa, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of caring for our communities, Airports Company South Africa, Cape Town International Airport has been involved in various initiatives to spread the Christmas cheer to all those who are in need. The airport recently hosted a party for 200 children from an informal settlement near the airport…. Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines installed Water Vapor Sensing Systems on 87 Boeing 737 aircraft to help improve weather forecasting

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Southwest Airlines teams up with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to provide a missing link in weather forecasting data Dallas, TX, United States, 2013-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) recently completed installation of Water Vapor Sensing Systems (WVSS-II) on 87 Boeing 737 aircraft. The water vapor initiative, a result of a partnership between Aeronautical Radio… Read the full press release