Monthly Archives: December 2014

Aeroflot recognized as the world’s most punctual airline once again in November 2014 according to FlightStats

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Moscow, 2014-12-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot was recognized as the world’s most punctual airline once again in November 2014, according to FlightStats, a US-based flight statistics agency. According to the November 2014 survey, 93.22% of Aeroflot flights arrived on time, putting Aeroflot ahead of renowned global peers like SAS, KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways and Emirates. «The first key to success for any company in the transportation… Read the full press release

United Airlines and JetBlue Airways are the first to make into new ticket counters at Charleston International Airport

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Charleston, S.C., 2014-12-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Big changes are taking place in the Charleston International Airport ticketing hall – the first two airlines moved into new ticket counters this week. United Airlines and JetBlue Airways are the first to make the move from the old counters built in the late 1980s to the… Read the full press release

Charleston International Airport: Porter Airlines starts seasonal service between Charleston, S.C., and Toronto from February 14 to May 2, 2015

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TORONTO,  2014-12-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Porter Airlines is introducing seasonal service between Charleston, S.C., and Toronto. From February 14 to May 2, 2015, Porter will operate one weekly round-trip flight, with introductory one-way fares beginning at $238, including all fees and taxes. Flights are now available for booking at www.flyporter.com. Charleston is home… Read the full press release

Macau Government Tourist Office stages new series of 3D mapping shows in celebration of the 15th Anniversary of Macau SAR Establishment

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MACAU, 2014-12-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting today (15 December), Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) is staging a new series of 3D mapping shows around the themes “Past”, “Present” and “Future” respectively at three different tourist spots in celebration of the 15th Anniversary of Macau SAR Establishment together with visitors and local citizens. Organized… Read the full press release

Czech Airlines marks 50-year anniversary of its regular scheduled connection between Prague and Frankfurt on the Main

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Prague, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Czech Airlines commemorates today a 50-year anniversary of launching its regular scheduled connection between Prague and Frankfurt on the Main. Czechoslovak Airlines serviced its first passenger flight on the Prague – Frankfurt route by a Tupolev Tu-124V airplane on 15 December 1964. The carrier has transported more than 2.7 million… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways recognized as “2014 Airline of the Year” by the readers of U.S.-based Global Traveler magazine

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Etihad Airways also collects awards for Best Airline in the Middle East and Best Airport Staff/Gate Agents ABU DHABI, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways was recognized as “2014 Airline of the Year” by the readers of U.S.-based Global Traveler magazine. The prestigious award was presented at Global Traveler’s “11th Annual GT Tested Reader… Read the full press release

Emirates expects this week to be its busiest of 2014, as travellers head home or abroad for the holiday season

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Customers are advised to arrive to the airport early to avoid delays DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates expects this week to be its busiest of 2014, as travellers head home or abroad for the holiday season. Over 80,000 people will travel on 19 December with Emirates on over 240 flights, according… Read the full press release

The Emirates Group publishes its fourth annual Environmental Report

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Highlights Sustainability Efforts and Improvement in Key Efficiencies DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Group has published its fourth annual Environmental Report which measures and tracks the Group’s environmental performance, as well as identifies examples of best practice across the 75,000 strong workforce. Covering the 2013-2014 fiscal year, the report, audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers, presents… Read the full press release

Emirates gives travellers heading to Perth, Australia the opportunity to experience the Emirates Airbus A380

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Airline’s first scheduled A380 service to Western Australia to launch on 1 May 2015 DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places will be giving travellers heading to Perth, Australia the opportunity to experience the Emirates Airbus A380 on the route for the first time, commencing 1st May… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Denver and EDGE Restaurant welcome artist Duke Beardsley as its first “artist in residence” from January 9 to 31, 2015

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Western artist Duke Beardsley creates pop-up studio as Hotel and EDGE host an array of events in January Denver, CO, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Denver and EDGE Restaurant welcome prolific contemporary Western artist Duke Beardsley as its first “artist in residence” from January 9 to 31, 2015. Beardsley will paint from… Read the full press release

Dubai Airports issues advisory for passengers to ease their travel through Dubai International during the seasonal rush this week and over the weekend

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Dubai, UAE, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai Airports has issued an advisory for passengers to ease their travel through Dubai International as part of preparations for the seasonal rush of travellers anticipated to hit peak later this week and over the weekend. Smart Travel Tips Aim to arrive early at the airport. It is best… Read the full press release

Hong Kong International Airport sets new monthly record for cargo tonnage throughout November 2014

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HONG KONG, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) set a new monthly record for cargo tonnage throughput in November 2014. During the month, cargo volume rose by 5.5% year on year to reach 421,000 tonnes. Continued growth was also seen in other traffic categories during the month, in which HKIA… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport: Air New Zealand to start direct flights to Buenos Aires in December 2015

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Air New Zealand has announced today that it will begin flying direct to South America in December 2015 for the first time in the airline’s history. The year-round Air New Zealand service will see a Boeing 777-200 aircraft operate three return flights per week between Auckland… Read the full press release

ALPA: FedEx pilots to deliver food baskets and gifts to Memphis daycare center devoted to children affected by or infected with HIV/AIDS

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — In the spirit of giving this holiday season, FedEx pilots will once again deliver food baskets and gifts to Hope House, a Memphis day-care center devoted to children who have been affected by or infected with HIV/AIDS. The pilots will make their visit to Hope House on Tuesday, December… Read the full press release

HealthCheck announced the launch of a unique free marketing analysis tool to help hotels assess their online presence

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First of its kind online performance evaluation tool for the hotel industry is now available worldwide HONG KONG, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Digital marketing for hotels is complex. In an ideal world every hotel would like 100% of their online bookings to be made directly with the hotel via their website, mobile website… Read the full press release

flydubai adds three new routes to its growing network: Flights to Chennai, Hargeisa and Nejran

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Chennai, Hargeisa and Nejran to be launched in the first quarter of 2015, bringing the carrier’s expanding network to 89 destinations in 46 countries Dubai, UAE, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai announced the addition of three new routes to its growing network. Flights to Chennai, Hargeisa and Nejran will commence in the first quarter… Read the full press release

Arik Air to provide extra flights to key domestic destinations this holidays

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Ikeja, Nigeria, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Arik Air, West and Central Africa’s largest carrier, on Thursday announced plans to provide extra flights to key domestic destinations in response to yearnings of guests wishing to travel to various destinations across the country to celebrate Christmas and New Year period with family and friends. The additional… Read the full press release

The Iberia Group to launch 13 new routes in key European markets for summer 2015

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New routes include Hamburg, Florence, Manchester, Edinburgh, Naples, Budapest, Charles de Gaulle and London Gatwick In addition the airlines will add 65 weekly flights to 24 existing Spanish, European and long-haul routes Madrid, Spain, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia and Iberia Express have announced their flight schedules for summer 2015, with new routes and… Read the full press release

Iberia extends code-share agreement with Meridiana to cover the Madrid-Naples route that the Italian carrier has just launched

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Madrid, Spain, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia and Meridiana have extended their code-share agreement to cover the Madrid-Naples route that the Italian carrier has just launched. The schedule of four weekly flights operated by Meridiana between the Spanish capital and Naples, enables passengers to fly to other destinations – through Naples to Meridiana domestic destinations and via Madrid… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport records 26% increase of passenger traffic in November 2014 vs. the same month last year

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Shannon, Ireland, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport has recorded another month of growth after terminal passenger results for November showed a 26% increase on the same month last year, up from 77,002 to 97,292. In keeping with trends from the summer season onwards, the biggest increase was in European traffic, with November passenger… Read the full press release

Liverpool John Lennon Airport employees donate food, groceries, and basic toiletries to Liverpool foodbank

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LIVERPOOL, UK, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — A Liverpool foodbank has been delighted to accept hundreds of items of much needed food, groceries, and basic toiletries, all kindly donated by Airport employees. The Airport recently started working in partnership with Business in the Community (BITC) to collect food items that will help the foodbank… Read the full press release

Emirates announced more than 200,000 passengers have used its free onboard Wi-Fi since October this year

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Over 200,000 passengers have used Emirates’ free onboard Wi-Fi since October this year, taking advantage of the airline’s service to connect with family, friends or colleagues when they fly. On most Emirates A380s passengers can access 10MBs of free data, enough to send emails, blog, tweet, post on Facebook,… Read the full press release

Emirates and one of South Africa’s top rugby teams the Lions announced a five-year sponsorship agreement

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Lions Super Rugby Team to become known as the Emirates Lions JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and their passions, and the Lions, one of South Africa’s top rugby teams, today announced a five-year sponsorship agreement. The agreement will see Emirates become the title sponsor of the Lions… Read the full press release

Historic Scotland: Google Street View launched a new collection of historic Scottish sites

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of Scotland’s most iconic heritage sites are now available to view virtually. Google Street View has launched a new collection of historic Scottish sites, allowing people to now explore a number of the nation’s picturesque castles, forts and abbeys from their phone, tablet or computer. Partnering… Read the full press release

Metrolink CEO Michael P. DePallo announced that he will step down from his post effective January 2 to pursue other opportunities

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LOS ANGELES, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — After leading the organization for more than two years, Metrolink Chief Executive Officer Michael P. DePallo announced that today he will step down from his post at Metrolink effective January 2 to pursue other opportunities, and that the Board will commence a process for hiring a new permanent… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Hotels: Newly redesigned The Gateway Hotel introduces complimentary mini bar which will be replenished daily for the entire duration of your stay

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Hong Kong, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gateway Hotel introduces a brand new point of view in a 360 degree redesigned property that defines a totally innovative lifestyle design concept. Discover contemporary cool in the fusion of sophisticated touches and stylish comfort found in the 400 newly renovated rooms and suites. The Ultimate… Read the full press release

Quad City International Airport Aviation Director Bruce E. Carter, A.A.E. honored with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Distinguished Service Award

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Alexandria, VA,  2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Bruce E. Carter, A.A.E., Director of Aviation at the Quad City International Airport has been selected as the recipient of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Distinguished Service Award, presented to airport executives in recognition of career-long leadership and contributions to the aviation industry. “Bruce is a… Read the full press release

The Tourism Authority of Thailand to organise the New Year countdown 2015 celebration in seven major tourist destinations in the country

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Bangkok,  2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will be organising the New Year countdown 2015 celebration in seven major tourist destinations up and down the country – Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai (Mae Sai), Chon Buri (Pattaya), Songkhla (Hat Yai), Phuket and Khon Kaen – from 25 December, 2014 to… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor signs new Radisson Blu hotel at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center in Saudi Arabia’s capital city

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, further strengthens its portfolio in the Middle East by signing a new Radisson Blu hotel at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC) in Saudi Arabia’s capital city. The upper upscale property featuring 200 rooms… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor brings Europe’s largest upper upscale brand in up-and-coming Serbian capital with the opening of Radisson Blu Old Mill Hotel, Belgrade

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, has opened the Radisson Blu Old Mill Hotel, Belgrade – bringing Europe’s largest upper upscale brand, world-class style and sophistication to the vibrant, up-and-coming Serbian capital. “We are delighted to welcome the Radisson Blu Old Mill… Read the full press release