Monthly Archives: January 2014

UN General Assembly adopted resolution on “Sustainable tourism and sustainable development in Central America”

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Madrid, Spain, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sustainable tourism is an ally of poverty eradication in Central America and the three dimensions of sustainable development – social, economic and environmental – as reflected in the UN resolution on “Sustainable tourism and sustainable development in Central America”. The 193-member UN General Assembly adopted the resolution unanimously during its… Read the full press release

UAE carrier Etihad Airways achieved highest ever passenger and cargo volumes in 2013

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Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is celebrating a year of record-breaking success after achieving its highest ever passenger and cargo volumes in 2013. Nearly 12 million people flew with Etihad Airways last year, marking a significant increase of nearly 16 per cent in comparison to… Read the full press release

233 torchbearers on 50.4 km route carried the Olympic flame through the capital of the Kama region Perm

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Sochi, Russia, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — 233 torchbearers, succeeding one another on a route of 50.4 km, carried the Olympic flame through the capital of the Kama region. Among the Olympic torchbearers were nominees of the Presenting Partners of the Sochi 2014 Torch Relay: the Coca-Cola Company, OSAO “Ingosstrakh” and OAO “Russian Railways”. The first torchbearer… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo expanded its network with 4 new cargo-only destinations and its fleet with 3 new Boeing 777 Freighter aircraft in 2013

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Dubai, UAE, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Emirates SkyCargo, one of the largest and most progressive air cargo operators globally, has achieved another successful year and major milestones over the past twelve months. In 2013, Emirates SkyCargo expanded its network and range of destination options for its customers by launching four new cargo-only destinations which began with Hanoi in Vietnam… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways and Dragonair to run the “Premium Bundle Fares” promotion again in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways has joined together with sister airline Dragonair to run the “Premium Bundle Fares” promotion again in Hong Kong. The latest promotion kicks off today and is open for bookings until 21 January 2014, with travel period until 10 July 2014. The campaign is part of the Cathay… Read the full press release

JAL Group carried 2061581 passengers during the 17 day New Year vacation period in Japan

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Tokyo, Japan, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — JAL Group carried a total of 426,480 passengers on its international flights and 1,635,101 passengers domestically during the 17 day New Year vacation period in Japan between December 20, 2013 and January 5, 2014. Passenger count on JAL’s international routes went up 3.2% versus the same period last year, against a… Read the full press release

Rolf Lippuner appointed Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC

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Lippuner has been with Four Seasons for more than 5 years and has 20 years of hospitality and business experience Washington, DC, US, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dirk Burghartz, general manager of Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC announces the appointment of Rolf Lippuner as Hotel Manager.  Lippuner is promoted from his position as Director of Rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, the city’s only… Read the full press release

The World Number 1 men’s tennis player Rafael Nadal won the Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2014 championship

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Rafael Nadal Of Spain Wins Coveted Title In Qatar Beating Gael Monfils Of France Doha, Qatar, 2014-1-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Retaining his top ranking, Rafael Nadal made a winning start to the New Year by successfully taking the top spot at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2014 championship last night after a three-set final against France’s Gael Monfils…. Read the full press release

Steigenberger Aqua Magic on the Red Sea Coast opened on 1 January 2014

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Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2014-1-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — For many a holiday dream will become reality as the Steigenberger Aqua Magic on the Red Sea Coast opened its doors on 1 January 2014. “The Steigenberger Aqua Magic is the ideal complement to our Al Dau Beach Resort in Hurghada”, commented Puneet Chhatwal, CEO of the Steigenberger Hotel… Read the full press release

London City Airport survey found average UK person visited seven countries in their life

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London, UK, 2014-1-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — A survey of 2,000 people for London City Airport has found that the average person in the UK has visited seven countries in their life. The research, published today, found that almost one third (31%) of Brits have visited 10 or more countries, with one globetrotter claiming an impressive tally of… Read the full press release

Eurostar to offer discounted tickets to Paris, Lille, Brussels and Bruges during January

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London, UK, 2014-1-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Holidaymakers looking to banish the January blues can treat themselves to a discounted trip to Paris, Lille, Brussels and even Bruges, thanks to Eurostar’s express sale offering return tickets from just £59 in standard class and £159 Standard Premier. 2013 marked the achievement of a significant milestone for Eurostar when for… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok to introduce brand new dining concept in the Parichart Court – the Pop-Up Charcuterie Room

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Open for just three months from January 20, 2014 for casual cold cuts and wine Bangkok, Thailand, 2014-1-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — From January 20, 2014, for just three months, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok will be introducing a brand new dining concept in the Parichart Court – the Pop-Up Charcuterie Room. Open six days a week from Monday to Saturday from 5:00… Read the full press release

Café Boulud and dbar at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto enter 2014 with all new menus

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Toronto, Canada, 2014-1-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Café Boulud and dbar at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto are ringing in the new year with a selection of dining experiences available throughout the month of January 2014. From all new menus to wine specials, guests are encouraged to start 2014 on a delicious note. Just as Café Boulud introduces its new Winter… Read the full press release