Monthly Archives: September 2014

PATA supporting partner of the Brisbane Global Cafe – Tourism’s New Frontiers, ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brisbane, November 12-16, 2014

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BANGKOK, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is honoured to be a supporting partner of the Brisbane Global Cafe – Tourism’s New Frontiers, ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brisbane. The week-long events in Brisbane, Australia will take place from November 12-16, 2014. Brisbane’s hosting of the 2014 G20 Leaders… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton announced its first social film series “A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Adventure” on its social media channels

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CHEVY CHASE, MD, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — This week on our social media channels, we introduce our first social film series: A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Adventure. www.facebook.com/ritzcarlton Each day this week on our social media channels, we will feature a clip from the new social film series, leading up to a full reveal of the… Read the full press release

British Airways’ Boeing 747s to receive cabin refresh including state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system

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LONDON, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of British Airways’ much-loved Boeing 747s are to receive a cabin refresh including a state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system. Customers travelling on the 18 selected 747s will be treated to double the choice of TV programmes and films thanks to the installation of Panasonic’s next generation eX3 entertainment… Read the full press release

British Airways gives its Club World customers the chance to experience its luxurious First cabin and tailored service

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LONDON, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways will be giving its Club World customers the chance to sample the high life with free upgrades to First on selected flights from September 4 to December 12, 2014. The offer will enable customers travelling in British Airways’ Club World cabin to upgrade on one leg… Read the full press release

Airports Company South Africa commits to educating its employees and the community about environmental management during Arbor Week, 1 – 7 September 2014

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Johannesburg, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Company South Africa is committed to educating its employees and the community about environmental management during Arbor Week, from 1 – 7 September 2014 by making a difference in areas within close proximity to its airports. Arbor Week is recognised as a national initiative aimed at providing and… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free opens the new Italian “al fresco” style restaurant Soprafino at Hamad International Airport

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Italian chef brings award-winning cuisine to new world-class dining concept DOHA, Qatar, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) celebrated the official opening of the new Italian “al fresco” style restaurant, Soprafino, today at Hamad International Airport (HIA) with celebrity chef and partner, Massimo Capra. “We are incredibly honoured that Chef Capra was able… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways boosts services to Thailand with the introduction of non-stop flights to Phuket effective October 26

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Daily Flights to Phuket will be De-linked from Kuala Lumpur Effective October 26 DOHA, Qatar, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways will boost services to Thailand with the introduction of non-stop flights to Phuket, effective October 26th, 2014. The airline currently serves the Doha – Phuket route daily via a linked service through the Malaysian… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways sponsored last Sunday’s Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille in France

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More than 500 cars exhibited in the Domaine de Chantilly “Tribute to Bugatti” prize presented by Qatar Airways Domaine de Chantilly, FRANCE, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Last Sunday, Qatar Airways, the only airline sponsor of the Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille, welcomed classic car enthusiasts and collectors at the spectacular venue of the Château… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announced its 77th nonstop destination out of Seattle with the launch of daily nonstop service to Detroit

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SEATTLE, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Detroit becomes Alaska Airlines’ 77th nonstop destination out of Seattle, with today’s launch of daily, nonstop service. “Expanding our network to connect the Seattle area to Detroit’s industry and culture will benefit our business and leisure customers alike,” said Joe Sprague, Alaska Airlines’ senior vice president of communications and external… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines announces its preliminary traffic results for August 2014

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MIRAMAR, FL, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today reported its preliminary traffic results for August 2014. Traffic (revenue passenger miles) in August 2014 increased 14.4 percent versus August 2013 on a capacity (available seat miles) increase of 15.8 percent. Load factor for August 2014 was 89.6 percent, a decrease of 1.1 pts… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Co. flew 9.6 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in August 2014

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DALLAS, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that the Company flew 9.6 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in August 2014, a 4.9 percent increase from the 9.2 billion RPMs flown in August 2013.  Available seat miles (ASMs) remained relatively flat compared to the August 2013 level of 11.3… Read the full press release

Great culinary talents join The Fearrington House to create special tasting dinner in honor of Relais & Châteaux’s 60th anniversary

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Event Launches Exciting Culinary Season at Fearrington Village Fearrington Village, NC, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — On Monday, October 13th, four great culinary talents will come together under one roof at The Fearrington House to create a special tasting dinner in honor of the 60th anniversary of Relais & Châteaux, the worldwide collection of… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® adds 184-unit apartment complex in Sunnyvale, California to their global portfolio through its joint venture with Singapore-based Mapletree Group

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First Oakwood® Branded Property Acquired Following its Joint Venture with Mapletree Group LOS ANGELES, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 184-unit apartment complex in Sunnyvale, California, to their global portfolio through its joint venture with Singapore-based Mapletree Group. The garden-style community, newly… Read the full press release

EVA Air’s Hello Kitty Jet to start flights to Paris from 29 October 2014

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — EVA Air is taking its Hand-in-Hand Hello Kitty Jet to Europe! The airline will fly the colorfully liveried Boeing 777-300ER between Taipei and Paris, starting 29 Oct., 2014. EVA is offering the fun way to fly just in time for those who want to enjoy the splendor and romance… Read the full press release

QantasLink creates new jobs with the upgrade and expansion of its heavy maintenance facility in Tamworth

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — QantasLink today announced it is upgrading and expanding its heavy maintenance facility in Tamworth, creating new jobs and strengthening its commitment to the region. The upgrade of its existing hangar and expansion into a new hangar will create 25 new engineering roles in Tamworth. QantasLink Chief Executive Officer… Read the full press release

QantasLink to start passenger flights to Australia’s newest airport Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport later this year

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, the country’s newest airport, and QantasLink today announced they have signed a deal to start passenger flights to the airport when it opens later this year. The landmark deal will secure 11 return flights a week to and from Sydney from November 17 and… Read the full press release

QantasLink becomes the first major regional airline in Australia to allow the use of personal electronic devices in flight mode for the duration of the flight

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — QantasLink has become the first major regional airline in Australia to allow customers to use their personal electronic devices, such as smart phones, tablets and music players in flight mode for the duration of the flight. Previously customers had to turn their phone off during take-off and landing,… Read the full press release

Garuda Indonesia launches new service from Jakarta to London via Amsterdam

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LONDON, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Garuda Indonesia, the airline of Indonesia, further extends its presence in Europe by launching the new service from Jakarta to London via Amsterdam today (8/9), as part of the airline’s transformation program “the Quantum Leap 2011-2015”. London serves as the airline’s second gateway in the region after Amsterdam…. Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotels to open its first property in Myanmar Kempinski Hotel Nay Pyi Taw on November 1

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The hotel is now accepting bookings for stays as of 1 November 2014 Myanmar, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Sept. 8, 2014), Kempinski Hotels, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel company, announced the upcoming opening of its first property in Myanmar, Kempinski Hotel Nay Pyi Taw. The 141-room and suite hotel will begin welcoming guests on… Read the full press release

Knott’s Berry Farm Season Passes for 2015 now on sale

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Buena Park, Calif., 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Knott’s Berry Farm Season Passes – one of the best entertainment values in all of Southern California – are now on sale for 2015 at the best price of the season.  This year, Passholders can add the new All Season Dining Plan to their Pass and enjoy… Read the full press release

The classic films E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial and Rocky Horror Picture Show to be shown at Hershey Theatre on October 25

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Hershey, Pa., 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The classic films E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial and Rocky Horror Picture Show will be shown at Hershey Theatre on Saturday, October 25. E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial will be shown at 7:00 p.m. and Rocky Horror Picture Show will start at 11:59 p.m. The 1982 classic film, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial stars… Read the full press release

Amadeus and United Airlines launch Amadeus’ Airline Ancillary Services Solution using NDC-XML (v1.0) connectivity

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* Launch marks the travel industry’s first NDC-XML (v1.0) enabled connectivity for travel agency distribution in North America * Amadeus subscribers in the U.S. can now easily and efficiently book the carrier’s extra-legroom seating Madrid, Spain and Chicago, IL, USA, 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus and United Airlines today announced the successful launch… Read the full press release

South African Airways and its franchisees select Amadeus Passenger Revenue Accounting

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SAA becomes the first Star Alliance member and third major airline to select Amadeus Passenger Revenue Accounting Madrid, 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA), South Africa’s national carrier, and Amadeus, a leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the global travel industry, today announce a landmark agreement that will see the… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental New York welcomes Leon Pellicer as Food & Beverage Director

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Hong Kong, 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, New York is delighted to welcome Leon Pellicer as Food & Beverage Director. Pellicer will oversee the food & beverage programme at the Five-Star, Five-Diamond luxury hotel, which includes the 90-seat signature restaurant Asiate, casual dining outlets Lobby Lounge and MObar and the 244 rooms and… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group honoured with the ‘Most Trusted Spa Brand’ award at the SpaChina Awards

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Hong Kong, 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — At the most recent SpaChina Awards Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group was honoured with the ‘Most Trusted Spa Brand’ award. In addition, Mandarin Oriental, Macau won the ‘Grand Jury Award’, Mandarin Oriental, Sanya won the ‘Best TCM Treatment of the Year’, and The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong… Read the full press release

Agoda.com Travel Smarts survey reveals business travelers spend least amount of time comparing hotels before making their booking

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SINGAPORE, 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has released the results of its latest Travel Smarts survey, which reveals that when it comes to choosing accommodation, business travelers spend the least amount of time comparing hotels before making their booking…. Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Association President Roger Dow issues statement on survey released by Open Allies for Airfare Transparency

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Washington, D.C., 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement on a survey released by Open Allies for Airfare Transparency finding that large numbers of consumers want more upfront information about ancillary airline ticket fees: “Quite simply, the travel industry is all about policies that get more people… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Association SVP for research and economics comments on trade data released by the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis

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Washington, D.C., 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — David Huether, senior vice president for research and economics at the U.S. Travel Association, comments on today’s trade data released by the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis: “Although travel exports edged down slightly in July to $19.1 billion, travel imports remained essentially unchanged at $12.4 billion,… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. to host live webcast of its upcoming Security Analyst Meeting on September 8, 2014

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Bethesda, Md., 2014-9-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today it will provide a live webcast of its upcoming Security Analyst Meeting.  The webcast will be available on Monday, September 8, 2014 from approximately 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Eastern Time (EDT). Topics to be discussed at the meeting will include the strength… Read the full press release