Monthly Archives: November 2014

Tourism Australia’s 11 Key Distribution Partners (KDPs) in Singapore to promote ‘Restaurant Australia’

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SYDNEY, Australia, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia’s 11 Key Distribution Partners (KDPs) in Singapore are aligning upcoming sales and marketing activities around ‘Restaurant Australia’ themes, designed to put Australia as a top-of-mind holiday destination. Over the next couple of months the KDPs will promote food and wine related events, new itineraries centred… Read the full press release

IATA announced new arrangement to help passengers impacted by airline bankruptcy

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced a new arrangement to help passengers impacted by airline bankruptcy. A voluntary agreement on behalf of its members flying to, from and within Europe will cover the repatriation of passengers unable to return home due to an airline ceasing operations… Read the full press release

Qantas and American Airlines expanded their joint business

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and American Airlines have expanded their joint business, enabling Qantas customers to codeshare on an additional nine American Airlines services including to four new destinations – Kona, Lihue and Maui in Hawaii and Richmond, Virginia. Effective for sale today and travel from 27 November, the Qantas… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens 91 room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Fredericton, New Brunswick after $3M renovation

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Hotel opens in New Brunswick’s capital city after undergoing a nearly $3M renovation FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ —InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the newly renovated 91 room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Fredericton. Formerly a Lakeview Inns & Suites hotel, the property… Read the full press release

InterContinental® Hotels Group launches its new IHG® Rewards Club Global Redemption Catalogue

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IHG® Rewards Club launches its biggest ever redemption catalogue LONDON, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental® Hotels Group (IHG®) today announces the launch of its new IHG® Rewards Club Global Redemption Catalogue. The world’s first, largest and fastest-growing hotel loyalty programme is introducing a new and enhanced online catalogue, offering thousands of retail redemption choices… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announced it reached 100,000 flights over a 12 month period for first time in its 10 year history

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Budapest, Hungary, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today announced that, for the first time in its 10 year history, it has operated 100,000 flights over a 12 month period. This represents almost 30 billion flown seat kilometers and over 1.3 million crew hours… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok’s Executive Chef Stefan Trepp named “Schweizer Star Im Ausland” by the 2015 Swiss Gault&Millau restaurant guide

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Hong Kong, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok‘s Executive Chef, Stefan Trepp, was recently named “Schweizer Star Im Ausland” (Swiss Star Abroad) by the prestigious 2015 Swiss Gault&Millau restaurant guide.  The accolade is bestowed annually on a Swiss-born chef working abroad according to culinary achievements. Gault&Millau was founded by two restaurant critics, Henri… Read the full press release

Marriott International to open 130 room Fairfield by Marriott in El Salvador by 2016

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San Salvador, El Salvador, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced plans today to open a 130 room Fairfield by Marriott in El Salvador. Located adjacent to the upscale La Gran Via shopping mall and in close proximity to large corporations such as Xerox, Citibank, the World Bank, Bayers and Siemens, the hotel will serve… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. celebrates the one year anniversary of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

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Luxury Resort Commemorates Milestone Aruba, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — This week, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.,  the iconic leader in luxury lodging centered in inspiration to capture, create and inspire life’s most memorable journeys, proudly celebrates the one year anniversary of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba. Situated on the island’s pristine Palm Beach, the highly anticipated… Read the full press release

National Car Rental to unveil three new television commercials featuring actor Patrick Warburton as part of its “Go Like A Pro” advertising campaign

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Former Seinfeld Star Delivers Comic Portrayal of “The Control Enthusiast” Business Traveler ST. LOUIS, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — National Car Rental will unveil three new television commercials featuring actor Patrick Warburton as part of its “Go Like A Pro” advertising campaign. National is launching the 30-second spots to showcase its commitment to providing time-sensitive frequent airport… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways announces the appointment of Shane O’Hare as its Senior Vice President, Marketing

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ABU DHABI, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the appointment of Shane O’Hare as its Senior Vice President, Marketing. Mr O’Hare brings an unrivalled mix of experience in airline marketing and management, having held a range of senior executive positions in the Gulf and… Read the full press release

airberlin group equips the first two aircraft in its fleet with the new ‘airberlin connect’ Wi-Fi service

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The new system from Panasonic offers passengers internet and entertainment airberlin first German airline to offer inflight internet on short-haul flights BERLIN, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The airberlin group has equipped the first two aircraft in its fleet with the new ‘airberlin connect’ Wi-Fi service. The two Airbus A320, registered D-ABNJ and OE-LEL, now… Read the full press release

PATA pleased to have supported the International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism in Zhengzhou, China from November 15-17, 2014

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BANGKOK, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ —  The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to have supported the International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism in Zhengzhou, China from November 15-17, 2014. The event, generously hosted by the Henan Provincial Government, included three main topics for discussion: the development of tourism and leisure economy, boosting the adjustment… Read the full press release

CDA Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino presented with the Father Mac Appreciation Award by the Haymarket Center

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CHICAGO, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino was presented the Father Mac Appreciation Award by the Haymarket Center on November 20, 1014. The prestigious award is named for Monsignor Ignatius McDermott, the co-founder of Haymarket Center, and known to his friends as “Father Mac.” “Since assuming her… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport expands its international duty free shopping experience

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport is expanding its international duty free shopping experience with the addition of a range of covetable local and international brands. The newly opened fashion and beauty stores in the airport’s international departure area are: Iconic Kiwi handbag brand SABEN – the first of many… Read the full press release

Airport Authority Hong Kong announces its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2014

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HONG KONG, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today announced its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2014. Revenue increased 9.3% over the same period last year to HK$8,018 million. In the first half of fiscal 2014/ 2015, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled a… Read the full press release

ExpressJet Airlines becomes the first part 121 passenger-carrying airline to receive FAA approval on an in-house Airline Transport Pilot certification training program

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ATLANTA, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — ExpressJet Airlines is the first part 121 passenger-carrying airline to receive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval on an in-house Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification training program (CTP). The ATP CTP became a requirement on Aug. 1, 2014 for new pilots wanting to attain their ATP certification, which qualifies them to… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu Paradise Resort & Spa Sochi GM Brian Gleeson named “Best Hotelier” at the MKG Worldwide Hospitality Awards 2014

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PARIS, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Brian Gleeson, General Manager of the Radisson Blu Paradise Resort & Spa Sochi (Russia), has been named “Best Hotelier” at the MKG Worldwide Hospitality Awards 2014 – he received the prestigious award at a glamourous gala night in Paris. Brian opened the 5-star Radisson Blu Paradise Resort &… Read the full press release

Air Partner and Envirotainer assisting in the humanitarian response to the Ebola crisis

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Air Partner, a world leading provider of air charter services, and Envirotainer, the world leader in secure cold chain logistics solutions within the life science industries, have been assisting in the humanitarian response to the Ebola crisis. LONDON, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Recently, Air Partner and Envirotainer worked closely to implement a process… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International abrirá el Meliá Costa Hollywood Beach Resort en el sur de Florida

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La compañía global líder en resorts inaugurará en 2015 su segundo complejo en Estados Unidos bajo la marca Meliá Hotels & Resorts Mallorca, España, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Meliá Hotels International anuncia para 2015 la apertura del Meliá Costa Hollywood Beach Resort en el área de Fort Lauderdale del Sur de Florida. El nuevo complejo… Read the full press release

AIZIAN, EL RESTAURANTE GASTRONÓMICO DE MELIA BILBAO OBTIENE SU PRIMERA MERECIDA ESTRELLA MICHELIN

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BILBAO, España, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — En la esperada presentación de sus calificaciones anuales celebrada ayer en Marbella, la prestigiosa Guía Michelín de España y Portugal, en su edición 2014, anunció la distinción de la codiciada estrella al Aizian, el restaurante gastronómico del Meliá Bilbao. La Guía Michelin premia así a un restaurante… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb kicks off the winter season five days ahead of schedule on Saturday, November 22

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Cold Temperatures Make Early Opening Possible WHISTLER, BC, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Much to the delight of eager skiers and snowboarders, Whistler Blackcomb will be opening five days ahead of schedule on Saturday, November 22. The decision to kick off the winter season early was made possible after natural snowfall at higher elevations was followed… Read the full press release

Hyatt earned 100% on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for the 11th consecutive year

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Continuing focus on making Hyatt a place where individuals can bring their whole selves to work leads to selection of respected diversity and inclusion leaders CHICAGO, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that for the 11th consecutive year, Hyatt has earned 100 percent on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a… Read the full press release

Hyatt initiated a four-year, one million dollar partnership with Women for Women International

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Four-year partnership designed to help support the education and empowerment of more than 60,000 women in war-torn countries around the world CHICAGO, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that its subsidiary has initiated a four-year, one million dollar partnership with Women for Women International, a global development organization that offers… Read the full press release

Kansas City International Airport gears up for the annual Thanksgiving holiday travel rush

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More Than 383,000 Passengers Expected, 25 Million Nationwide KANSAS, MO, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Thousands of workers at Kansas City International Airport are gearing up for the annual Thanksgiving holiday travel rush. Airport officials suggest that travelers are prepared and arrive early. To keep things at the terminal curbs running smoothly, KCI Airport… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport: bmi regional adds 7,000 seats from Bristol to Frankfurt and Munich ahead of its summer schedule launch at the end of March 2015

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New flights to Frankfurt three times a day New flights to Munich twice a day Airline flexes to meet flyers’ needs Strong demand prompts additional capacity BRISTOL, UK, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — bmi regional has responded to customer demand and boosted two core routes from Bristol Airport ahead of its summer schedule launch at… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines secured USD 41.4 million 7-year junior loan facility from ING Capital LLC for the acquisition of two Boeing 777 freighter aircraft

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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and most profitable airline in Africa, has secured a USD 41.4 million 7-year junior loan facility from ING Capital LLC for the acquisition of two Boeing 777 freighter aircraft. The senior debt is supported by Ex-Im Bank and was provided by another… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines received its fourth B777-200 LR Freighter on 19 November 2014

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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest cargo operator in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has received its fourth B777-200 LR Freighter on 19 November 2014. Ethiopian was the first in Africa to receive and operate the B777-200 LR freighter on 19 September 2012 and is still… Read the full press release

IATA identifies the critical factors to ensure that Asia-Pacific continues to realize the enormous economic and social benefits of air connectivity

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Tokyo, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) identified continuous safety enhancement, the availability of cost-efficient infrastructure and environmental responsibility as critical factors to ensure that Asia-Pacific continues to realize the enormous economic and social benefits of air connectivity. “It is no understatement to say that air connectivity underpins modern economies. Aviation… Read the full press release

The Pacific Asia Travel Association announces the availability of the Annual Tourism Monitor (ATM) 2014 Final Edition

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BANGKOK, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce that the Annual Tourism Monitor (ATM) 2014 Final Edition is now available. Following the release of the Early Edition this year, the Final Edition includes updated and additional tourism-related information for 2013 that was not available in the Early Edition,as… Read the full press release