JERSEY, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey will host its annual Food Festival from Friday 23rd – Monday 26th May 2014, celebrating the very best of the island’s gastronomic delights. Now in its fourth year, the festival showcases the skill and tradition that lies behind sourcing the local specialities for which Jersey is famous. Fresh and local are the two… Read the full press release
Alexandria, VA, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli expressed strong support for increasing the federal cap on locally imposed airport user fees as proposed in the President’s budget released today and called on Congress to adjust the cap to $8.50 to help airports address the growing… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotels are poised to see healthy growth in 2014, according to data from the February 2014 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). Both the transient (individual business and leisure travelers) as well as the group segment are seeing gains in occupancy and ADR for the next 12 months, which… Read the full press release
Sofia, Bulgaria, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Sofia Airport and airline easyJet organized a mutual operation for the holiday “Grandmother Marta”. In accordance to the Bulgarian tradition, the departing and arriving passengers of the two terminals of the capital airport received martenitsi with wishes for health, success and a pleasant flight. The students from the capital… Read the full press release
Airline a mainstay at ITB for almost 20 years BERLIN, Germany, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, recently named the most valuable global airline brand, returns to the world’s leading travel trade fair at ITB Berlin, once again signaling its commitment to the European travel and aviation market with its largest trade show presence outside of… Read the full press release
Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Edinburgh Castle most-visited paid-for attraction in Scotland and most-visited paid-for UK attraction outside of London Edinburgh Castle has welcomed over 1.4 million visitors for the first time in its history. The figures were released today (5th March) by the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) which comprises over 200… Read the full press release
Washington, DC, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) recognized Brand USA with two Gold and a Silver Adrian Award for advertising and digital marketing excellence for its winning entries in the 57th annual Adrian Awards, the largest and most prestigious travel marketing competition globally. This year’s contest attracted more… Read the full press release
For the use of Iberia Business Class passengers and Iberia Plus Gold cardholders arriving on flights of at least four hours’ duration. Open 24/7 and offering unrivalled features and services. The 665 m² space provides comfort for rest or work It is the latest innovation under the airline’s Ágora Project to improve efficiency and airport… Read the full press release
One of our Airbus A340-300s is equipped with a device to sample and measure air quality on Spain-Latin America routes. Iberia is world’s 5th airline to participate in IAGOS project, and was chosen because of its leading position on Europe-Latin America routes. Iberia’s participation is in keeping with its environmental protection policies. Madrid, Spain, 2014-3-5 — /Travel… Read the full press release
Liverpool, UK, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Latest passenger traffic figures for Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) show a continued increase in usage with a throughput of 264,865 passengers in February – up 3% compared to February 2013. This is the third consecutive month that year on year passenger numbers have risen for LJLA with an… Read the full press release
KQ to receive six Dreamliner planes and one Boeing 777 in 2014 Receipt of new aircraft demonstrates commitment to Project Mawingu Nairobi, Kenya, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — National Carrier Kenya Airways fleet and route expansion plan-Project Mawingu, enters a new phase next month when the airline takes delivery of the first of its six Boeing 787… Read the full press release
• Reports AED 222.8 million (USD 60.7 million) profit for 2013 • Total revenue for the 12 months was AED 3.7 billion (USD 1.0 billion) • Carried 6.82 million passengers in 2013 • Passenger numbers increased 38 per cent compared to 2012 Dubai, UAE, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai today announced full-year 2013 net profit… Read the full press release
Cologne, Germany, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa is set to introduce the latest-generation Boeing 747-8 to a new destination. From 29 March, the ‘Queen of the Skies’ will fly daily between Frankfurt and Sao Paolo. Flight LH 506 is currently operated with a Boeing 747-400, the predecessor model of the Boeing 747-8. The switch to… Read the full press release
Cologne, Germany, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa is making it easier to book tickets and a wide range of other services on its website www.lufthansa.com. The individual booking steps have been fundamentally changed, and the layout has been redesigned and the menu prompts simplified. From now on, customers can add flights and other optional flight-related services… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS), based in Al Bateen Executive Airport, hosted more than 250 students for a tour of their state of the art training facilities during the Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2014. Students from various schools in Abu Dhabi, were given a presentation by… Read the full press release
DhabiJet awards partners for outstanding service to Al Bateen Executive Airport Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Al Bateen Executive Airport, operated by Abu Dhabi Airports as the only dedicated business airport in the Middle East, announced today that its Fixed Based Operator (FBO) DhabiJet held an awards ceremony honoring its partners for their… Read the full press release
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental Brands Receive Distinction in U.S. ST. LOUIS, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings’ Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands have been recognized as J.D. Power 2014 Customer Champions. The brands are two of only 50 brands to earn this distinction. As Customer Service Champions, the Enterprise and National brands… Read the full press release
Washington, D.C., 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement in response to Friday’s announcement that the Republic of Chile will enter the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP): “To all of our soon-to-be guests from the beautiful nation of Chile, we in the American travel community say:… Read the full press release
Highest ranked Washington metro area company. Bethesda, Md., 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — For the 14th time, Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) has been ranked the World’s Most Admired Lodging Company by FORTUNE. Ranking 39 out of the top 50 companies across the globe, Marriott is also the highest ranked company on the list in its headquarters region,… Read the full press release
Marriott International’s Lifestyle Brand Designed Especially for the Next Generation on Schedule to Open in Key Destinations. Berlin, Germany, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the debut of Moxy Hotels this September at the Milan Malpensa Airport in Italy, Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today that it plans to open five additional locations in key cities… Read the full press release
PARIS, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide annonce l’arrivée de Christophe Charolles au Hilton Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport en qualité de general manager. Christophe Charolles sera désormais en charge de l’ensemble des aspects opérationnels et stratégiques de l’hôtel et sous la responsabilité directe de Primo Muñoz, area general manager of France and Iberian Peninsula. Diplômé en… Read the full press release
MUNICH and McLEAN, Va., 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide has signed an agreement which will see it rebrand a 389-key hotel within Munich Airport under its flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand. The property is the only hotel with a direct link to the main terminal building and is the latest addition to the company’s expanding portfolio… Read the full press release
LONDON, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The Red Carnation Hotel Collection has been listed 8th in this year’s Sunday Times Top 100 Companies. It is the third time Red Carnation Hotels have been listed, having entered in 2012 at number 71 and risen swiftly to 26 last year. The results of this prestigious and highly sought after accolade… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — One of Hong Kong’s most stylish hotels, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is delighted to introduce a Sodashi Room Package that is available until 31 December 2014. Available at the Best Available Rate plus a daily supplement charge of HKD 600, guests staying in any room type can enjoy a… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — In commemoration of the 2014 Forbes Five Star awards, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is offering U.S.-bound travelers with a selection of exclusive packages from its properties in Las Vegas, Miami, New York and San Francisco. Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas There is plenty to celebrate at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas in 2014. The hotel,… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Macau presents an inspiring Macau Cultural Discovery holiday, where guests will gain the most out of this culture-rich city during escorted tours to world-class cultural and historical spots, as well as other intriguing destinations all over Macau. The Macau Cultural Discovery package is available until 29… Read the full press release
Expanded Network Represents Nine Destinations from Five Continents – All Committed to Destination Stewardship WASHINGTON, D.C., 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The Sustainable Destination Leadership Network (SDLN), the first global collaboration of its kind for decision-makers and practitioners from tourism authorities, has welcomed four new partner destinations since it’s launch event last November at The… Read the full press release
BETHESDA, MD, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, global restaurateur HMSHost activated a national effort to raise funds for the Red Cross to support disaster victims. The effort included a collection of associate donations, a company match, and customer donations at cash registers, totaling $100,000, and was recently presented to… Read the full press release
The busiest cargo route of Incheon Airport will see rapid traffic climb Seoul, South Korea, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The private Hong Kong-based airline, Hong Kong Airlines (HX) was newly recruited and will operate Incheon-Hong Kong route 3 times per week. Incheon-Hong Kong is the busiest cargo route for Incheon Airport Incheon Airport held a… Read the full press release
Auckland, New Zealand, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has estimated that the 2014 Chinese New Year holiday period has contributed $117 million to the New Zealand economy. Glenn Wedlock, Auckland Airport’s general manager aeronautical commercial, says the Chinese New Year holiday period, which ran from 31 January to 14 February, was once again a… Read the full press release