www.iberia.com has been “socialised” by connecting its users with Iberia’s more than 1.6 million followers on the social networks. In January Iberia has trimmed some 10 minutes from minimum flight connection times at its T4 hub in Madrid-Barajas, enabling it to offer 1,200 additional connections. Madrid, Spain, 2014-1-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — At this year’s Fitur tourism trade… Read the full press release
Monthly Archives: January 2014
London City Airport employees gave equivalent of 12 weeks of their time helping local charities
London, UK, 2014-1-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kind-hearted employees at London City Airport did more than their fair share for good causes last year, giving the equivalent of 12 weeks of their time. Workers from baggage handlers to firefighters swapped their high visibility jackets for aprons and overalls to collectively spend 450 hours helping local charities and… Read the full press release
CAA research shows Liverpool John Lennon Airport passengers more likely to travel on time
Liverpool, UK, 2014-1-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers choosing to travel via Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) are more likely to have their flights operate on time compared to flights operating from 10 other top UK airports, according to the latest research published by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Figures for the third quarter of 2013 covering the… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide opens the dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, OK, US, 2014-1-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the opening of its newest hotel, the dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City-Bricktown and Homewood Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City-Bricktown. The opening reinforces Hilton Worldwide’s commitment to the dual brand sector, marking the company’s 14th dual-branded property in North America, and the 13th featuring Homewood Suites, the leader and anchor in… Read the full press release
Remo Masala appointed Group Head of Marketing at Thomas Cook
London, UK, 2014-1-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of the company’s ongoing transformation strategy, the Thomas Cook Group plc, @ThomasCookGrp, is delighted to announce the appointment of Remo Masala as the new Group Head of Marketing, who will oversee the development of the Group’s online and offline programmes. Joining the team from Kuoni Travel, Remo brings a wide range… Read the full press release
VisitEngland announced the names shortlisted for Tourism Superstar 2014 (29 March – 6 April)
London, UK, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board has announced the shortlist for Tourism Superstar 2014. The tourism accolade was launched 2 years ago as part of English Tourism Week (this year running 29 March – 6 April). The award recognises the dedication and passion of those working in the tourism industry, and is… Read the full press release
Highlands College catering course students gain practical insights at the five-star Grand Jersey Hotel and Spa
Jersey, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Students from a Highlands College catering course visited the five-star Grand Jersey Hotel and Spa to gain a practical insight into a working hospitality business. The 25 catering students, who are in their first year, were treated to a tour of the hotel, a presentation about the restaurant and its facilities and… Read the full press release
Newly renovated Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Bloomington – West near Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport and Mall of America opens
All-suite property in Bloomington is one of Minnesota’s largest Holiday Inn Express hotels Atlanta, GA, US, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group, (IHG) announces the opening of the newly renovated Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Bloomington – West located a short distance from Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport and the Mall of America. With 23 other Holiday Inn… Read the full press release
EVA Air to expand North American service from 45 flights per week to 55 from June 2014
Taipei, Taiwan, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting in June 2014, EVA Air will increase North American service from 45 flights per week to 55, boosting frequency to Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Toronto and Vancouver. By adding 22 percent more flights, EVA will also expand capacity, offer passengers greater convenience and provide more flights between North… Read the full press release
Hotel ICON’s 3 famed restaurants to introduce their own unique Valentine’s-inspired menu
Hong Kong, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — For Valentine’s Day, Hotel ICON’s 3 famed restaurants offers their own unique Valentine’s-inspired menu, also don’t miss Angsana chocolate spa. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening or simply celebrate with friends and family, you are spoiled for choice. GREEN GREEN, set against the romantic chic setting at Hotel ICON, Executive… Read the full press release
Meliá Hotels International ha merecido el “Ruban d’Honneur” en los European Business Awards
La compañía hotelera es la única representante española de la final en la categoría Customer Focus, que se decidirá en mayo en Atenas Mallorca, España, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Meliá Hotels International ha merecido el “Ruban d’Honneur” en los European Business Awards, siendo así una de las 10 empresas europeas finalistas en la categoría Customer Focus, que reconoce… Read the full press release
Jet Airways to start the only evening departure from continental Europe to Mumbai with its Paris to Mumbai service
The only evening departure from continental Europe to Mumbai effective May 14,2014 Mumbai, India, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, is proud to announce, a daily direct service from Mumbai to Paris with effect from May 14, 2014*. This new flight from India’s financial capital Mumbai, to Paris, the world’s most popular tourist… Read the full press release
Austrian Airlines facebook channel has just exceeded 200,000 fans
• More than 70,000 extra Facebook fans in 2013 – average of 5,800 new fans a month, or 1,500 a week • Number of Twitter followers doubles to 18,000 members in 2013 Vienna, Austria, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Austrian Facebook channel just keeps soaring higher and higher – and has now exceeded 200,000 fans. The Austrian… Read the full press release
Aeroflot named its fourth B737-800 Next Generation aircraft after the Soviet and Kyrgyz writer Chingiz Aytmatov
Moscow, Russia, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today Aeroflot took delivery of its fourth B737-800 Next Generation aircraft made by Boeing and its ninety-first A320 aircraft made by Airbus. New Boeing 737-800 NG is named in honor of Soviet and Kyrgyz writer Chingiz Aytmatov, and new A320 aircraft bears the name of Soviet and Russian linguist, critic, writer and academician Dmitry Likhachev. Aeroflot’s Boeing 737-800NG has… Read the full press release
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Interstate Hotels & Resorts announce the opening of Hyatt Place Fredericksburg-Mary Washington
93-room Hyatt Place hotel located on the University of Mary Washington campus is just minutes away from Historic Downtown Fredericksburg Chicago, IL, US, 2014-1-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Fredericksburg-Mary Washington. The hotel, which is located on the campus of the University… Read the full press release
Emirates and Real Madrid launched the ‘Fans for Real’ campaign
Dubai, UAE, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Emirates and Real Madrid have launched the ‘Fans for Real’ campaign today in search of the most devoted Real Madrid fans around the world. As part of the joint campaign, which runs from 14 January to 7 March, fans will be asked to +1 Emirates and Real Madrid’s Google+ pages, and… Read the full press release
Shannon Airport sponsored think-tank to outline Ireland’s chance to become top international Sport Tourism destination at European Sport Tourism Summit
Shannon, Ireland, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cities and even rural communities will learn how they can get a slice of the €450bn global Sport Tourism industry in a major Shannon Airport sponsored think-tank with international experts set for Limerick next May. The inaugural European Sport Tourism Summit, which will take place at Thomond Park Stadium, Limerick on… Read the full press release
Leeds Bradford Airport awarded ‘Best UK Airport’ at the Travel Globe Awards 2014
Leeds, UK, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has been awarded Best UK Airport at the annual Globe Travel Awards ceremony, which took place in London last night. The awards recognise excellence within the travel industry, with votes cast solely by the UK travel agent community. The awards are presented by Travel Weekly and are… Read the full press release
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) celebrated the launch of Eastern Airways’ scheduled services to Southampton
Leeds, UK, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) today celebrated the launch of Eastern Airways’ scheduled services to Southampton, by offering passengers complimentary breakfast and champagne in the airport’s award winning Yorkshire Premier Lounge. Aimed primarily at business travellers, Eastern Airways will operate three flights each weekday to Southampton as well as a Sunday service… Read the full press release
Dolphin’s brand new look and feel to be unveiled at Travel Technology Europe
London, UK, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — We’re very excited to unveil Dolphin’s brand new look and feel for the first time at Travel Technology Europe. Dolphin’s advanced automation features are well known to the travel industry. Now it looks even better too! The redesigned interface further improves the user experience, whilst allowing customers to change colours themselves and thereby… Read the full press release
UNWTO World Tourism Barometer unveils international tourist arrivals grew by 5% in 2013 reaching a record 1,087 million arrivals
Madrid, Spain, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — International tourist arrivals grew by 5% in 2013, reaching a record 1,087 million arrivals, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. Despite global economic challenges, international tourism results were well above expectations, with an additional 52 million international tourists travelling the world in 2013. For 2014, UNWTO forecasts 4% to… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines to host open house for new flight attendant jobs on January 22, 2014 in Atlantic City
Miramar, FL, US, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) is seeking caring, reliable, energetic and fun friends to join its flight attendant team. The growing airline that saves people money on travel with ultra- low fares, optional services and low total prices is hosting an open house for new flight attendant jobs on Wednesday,… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways announced up to 30% off on economy and premium class fares during the New Year. New Journeys three-day global sale
Up To 30% Off On Economy And Premium Class Fares Experience Five Star Service When Travelling To A Number Of Destinations Across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia And The Americas Doha, Qatar, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways is offering customers up to 30% off on Economy Class and Premium cabin fares to a wide variety… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways showcased Boeing 787 Dreamliner On Static Display at this year’s Bahrain International Air Show
Doha, Qatar, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways has made its presence felt at this year’s Bahrain International Air Show by displaying one its Boeing 787 aircraft. Held every year under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the show attracts leading aviation industry companies from the region and around the world. Thousands… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways adds additional flights between its hub in Doha and Khartoum, Sudan
Khartoum, Sudan, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways has added three additional flights per week between its hub in Doha and Khartoum, bringing the total number of services to Sudan to 17 weekly flights. Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said the extra capacity would be a great boost as it would improve connections from Khartoum… Read the full press release
Civil Aviation Authority’s figures reveal George Best Belfast City Airport outperformed major UK airports
Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2014-1-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Figures* published by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have revealed that George Best Belfast City Airport handled more air transport movements in 2013 than any other Northern Ireland airport. www.caa.co.uk/docs/80/airport_data_prov/201312/December_2013_Provisional_Airport_Statistics.pdf A 13.2% increase in passenger numbers has also seen the airport outperform passenger growth at any other major UK airport…. Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific Airways released combined Cathay Pacific and Dragonair traffic figures
Hong Kong, 2014-1-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today released combined Cathay Pacific and Dragonair traffic figures for December 2013 that show passenger numbers increasing in line with the capacity increase for the month. Cargo and mail tonnage, however, showed a year-on-year decline despite more capacity being available. Cathay Pacific and Dragonair carried a total of… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resorts Lanai announces additional improvements to its golf program
A new Director of Golf, restaurant and course redesign provide for an enhanced experience on and off the course Hawaii, Lana’i, Lodge at Koele, US, 2014-1-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Already revered as a top golf destination boasting two expert-designed courses in one of the most stunning locations in the world, Four Seasons Resorts Lanai announces additional improvements to its golf… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Baku starts 2014 with Pizza & Pasta Nights at Zafferano Restaurant
Baku, Azerbaijan, 2014-1-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baku starts 2014 with new events and promotions, beginning with Pizza & Pasta Nights at Zafferano Restaurant. The Hotel’s signature all-day restaurant is named from the Italian word for “saffron,” the spice that grows abundantly in Azerbaijan. The Italian-themed menu highlights delicious specialties from Central Italy. Guests can enjoy… Read the full press release
BAC signed with Shenzhen CIMC TIANDA Airport Support LTD for new passenger boarding bridges at Bahrain International Airport
Muharraq, Bahrain, 2014-1-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — In keeping with its’ mission to enhance the airport’s infrastructure and services, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) announced today signing an agreement with Shenzhen CIMC TIANDA Airport Support LTD to replace the existing passenger bridges at Bahrain International Airport with new state-of-the-art Passenger Boarding Bridges. The signing ceremony, held during the Bahrain… Read the full press release