Daily Archives: July 31, 2014

ACI, IATA, CANSO and ICAO to discuss appropriate actions to be pursued to mitigate potential risks to civil aviation arising from conflict zones

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Montreal, Canada, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International (ACI), along with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), participated in a meeting at the head offices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada earlier today to discuss appropriate actions to be pursued to… Read the full press release

ICAO, IATA, ACI and CANSO jointly express their strong condemnation of the use of weapons against civil aviation

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Montréal, Canada, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airports Council International (ACI) and the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), jointly express their strong condemnation of the use of weapons against civil aviation. The downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 is unacceptable. Our organizations wish… Read the full press release

The Pacific Asia Travel Association announced the names of its new Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary/Treasurer and Executive Board

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BANGKOK, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the election of W. Scott Supernaw, Tauck, Inc., as Chairman of the Executive Board of PATA. Mr Supernaw replaces Joao Manuel Costa Antunes who has served as Chairman of PATA since April 2012 and will become PATA Immediate Past Chairman. Mr. Supernaw said, “This is a… Read the full press release

Aeroflot’s Board of Directors approved dividend policy for JSC Aeroflot

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Moscow, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Directors of Aeroflot (“the Company”, Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) yesterday approved a dividend policy (the “Policy”) for JSC Aeroflot. The Policy aims to ensure maximum transparency for shareholders concerning the way in which dividends are calculated, and the procedure for their payment. The Policy establishes guidelines… Read the full press release

The GBTA Foundation announced initiative to develop and implement innovative and comprehensive program to further develop the travel management profession in China

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United Airlines Joins as Founding Leadership Partner, Commits $75,000 Alexandria, VA, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The GBTA Foundation – the education and research arm of the Global Business Travel Association – announced today at GBTA Convention 2014, “The Gift of Knowledge” initiative and United Airlines’ $75,000 commitment as a founding leadership partner. Through the initiative,… Read the full press release

The Global Business Travel Association concluded its annual GBTA Convention 2014 on high note with John Pistole opening the morning session

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Los Angeles, Calif., 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry— concluded its annual GBTA Convention 2014 on a high note with John Pistole, Administrator, Transportation Security Administrator (TSA) opening the morning session. In an interview with GBTA Executive Director and COO, Michael W. McCormick, Administrator… Read the full press release

Eurostar opens ticket sales for their popular ski services on 31 July 2014

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LONDON, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Ski fans looking to travel by rail this Christmas can rejoice as Eurostar will be opening ticket sales for their popular ski services on 31 July 20141. The high-speed passenger rail service linking the UK with mainland Europe, is treating customers to an early Christmas gift, offering them the… Read the full press release

Air Seychelles will take delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft in December 2014

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Seychelles, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, will take delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft in December 2014, heralding significant enhancements to its international flight schedule at the same time. The changes, effective 1 December, include increased weekly frequencies between Seychelles and Abu Dhabi, more capacity… Read the full press release

Air Seychelles’ two new DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft welcomed by Seychelles President James Michel at special ceremony at Seychelles International Airport

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Seychelles, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — James Michel, President of the Republic of Seychelles, today welcomed Air Seychelles’ two new DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft at a special ceremony at Seychelles International Airport. The aircraft, recently delivered from Canada’s Viking Air Limited, will operate between Seychelles International Airport and Praslin, as well as other islands… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines signed with Amadeus IT Group for Altea as part of its Passenger Service System transformation programme

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TOKYO, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) has signed an agreement with Amadeus IT Group, S.A. (Amadeus) (*1) for Altea (*2) as part of its Passenger Service System (thereafter “PSS”) (*3) transformation programme. At present, JAL is operating its own PSS for both Domestic and International services. The airline is currently conducting the detailed planning of its PSS migration and… Read the full press release

Jimbaran Bay Cooking Academy opens at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay on August 4, 2014

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Bali’s only resort with a stand-alone cooking school Bali at Jimbaran Bay, Indonesia, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Delicious local food is one of Bali’s most famous attractions, and now visitors can take home the authentic flavours of Indonesian cuisine, thanks to the new Jimbaran Bay Cooking Academy, opening August 4, 2014, atFour Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco to host exclusive bridal brunch featuring Vera Wang’s Fall 2014 Bridal Collection on August 10, 2014

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MKT Restaurant – Bar at Four Seasons hosts exclusive bridal brunch for fashion aficionados San Francisco, CA, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco invites brides-to-be and style aficionados to a Fashion Brunch at MKT Restaurant-Bar featuring the Fall 2014 Bridal Collection from Vera Wang. On Sunday, August 10, 2014 from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, guests will be greeted… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle welcomes Tawny Paperd as its new Director of Sales and Marketing

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Paperd brings three decades of experience to Seattle’s best hotel Seattle, WA, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle welcomes Tawny Paperd as the new Director of Sales and Marketing. A Washington native, Paperd will oversee a team in charge of sales, catering, marketing, public relations and social media for the Hotel. “Tawny’s extensive and varied knowledge… Read the full press release

Unique luxury hotels and resorts operator YTL Hotels expands partnership with hospitality solutions provider TravelClick

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NEW YORK & KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — YTL Hotels, which owns a collection of unique luxury hotels and resorts in Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan and beyond, today announced an expanded partnership with hospitality solutions provider TravelClick. This long-term partnership will maximize transactions and drive revenue for ten of its world-class properties through the use… Read the full press release