DUBAI, UA.E., 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places, today celebrated the opening of its 37th dedicated lounge for First Class and Business Class customers as well as Platinum and Gold members of Emirates Skywards, the airline’s frequent flyer program, at Los Angeles International Airport. The Emirates Lounge at… Read the full press release
Daily Archives: March 19, 2015
Emirates Airline President: American consumers, international gateway airports, local and regional economies will be the ultimate victims of the US carriers’ protectionist campaign
Debunks allegations of subsidy and “stealing traffic” in white paper presented by Delta, American, and United Highlights economic benefits of Emirates’ services to American consumers, local and regional economies, and businesses Discusses the impact of selective protectionism that restrict international air transport links and trade bridges in a global economy Washington D.C., USA, 2015-3-19 —… Read the full press release
Emirates launches its Apple Watch app
First airline in the Middle East and African region to offer an app for the Apple Watch DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places, announced today the launch of its Apple Watch app. When the Apple Watch becomes available on 24 April, Emirates’ customers from around the… Read the full press release
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will conduct a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged-Owned (M/W/DBE) Contractors Workshop on March 31
CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will conduct a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged-Owned (M/W/DBE) Contractors Workshop on Tuesday, March 31 from 1-4 p.m. at the UIC Forum. Don’t miss this chance to network face-to-face with prime contractors and learn more about upcoming opportunities at Chicago’s Airports. Your business could be… Read the full press release
Register now for The Chicago Department of Aviation Airport Concessions Symposium scheduled for March 25, 2015
CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Airport Concessions Symposium is just eight days away. Registration is now open, so sign up today! The free workshop will provide an overview of the steps required to become a concessionaire, from the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, airport design and construction requirements,… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines marks its 30th year at Midway International Airport
CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Thirty years ago today, Southwest Airlines began service at Midway International Airport. Southwest’s operation in Chicago began with 40 employees and seven daily flights to St. Louis. Today, Midway is the carrier’s largest operation with more than 4,200 local employees and an average of 250 daily nonstop departures to nearly… Read the full press release
#IWANTTOGOWHERE, the new image promotion campaign by S7 Airlines
Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance, launches the image promotion campaign #IWANTTOGOWHERE, starting from March 16, 2015. Travelling all over the world became an integral part of our lives. We go on business trips, fly to visit our friends, go on vacations using familiar… Read the full press release
VisitEngland launches industry wide consultation on the future growth strategy for the tourism industry in England
At an event at the start of English Tourism Week yesterday, VisitEngland launched an industry wide consultation on the future growth strategy for the tourism industry in England. LONDON, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — This consultation will set the stage for a mid-term refresh of the Strategic Framework for Tourism 2010-2020 launched by VisitEngland… Read the full press release
VisitEngland: Matthew Henderson from Beamish Museum in County Durham becomes England’s Tourism Superstar 2015
LONDON, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — As English Tourism Week gets underway VisitEngland is delighted to announce that Matthew Henderson from Beamish Museum in County Durham has come top of a public vote to become England’s Tourism Superstar 2015. Matthew went up against ten other short-listed nominees in a public vote run by the… Read the full press release
Raffles Hotels & Resorts opened Raffles Jakarta at the heart of Jakarta’s golden triangle, 25% off for guests staying from 16 March 2015 – 30 June 2015
Raffles Hotels & Resorts strengthens its Asian portfolio with the opening of Raffles Jakarta JAKARTA, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Opening on Monday 16 March 2015, Raffles Jakarta will stand as a beacon above the thriving commercial hub of Kuningan. The hotel is exclusively linked to the new Ciputra Artpreneur Centre, a landmark development… Read the full press release
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport to open its doors late-March 2015
Bringing leisure and business travellers closer to home. New South Wales, Australia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Built to bring the spacious comfort of apartment-style accommodation to the busiest airport# in Australia and a bustling business district, Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport is set to open its doors late-March 2015. Less than one kilometre from Sydney… Read the full press release
TFE Hotels to establish new-build, next-generation Vibe hotel in North Sydney
Vibe Hotel North Sydney – the next hub of inspiration and connection, due to arrive in 2017. New South Wales, Australia, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE (Toga Far East) Hotels is completing a management agreement to establish a new-build, next-generation Vibe hotel as part of Cromwell Property Group’s redevelopment of Northpoint Tower, addressing demand… Read the full press release
Jersey: Radisson Blu and La Villette Hotel crowned overall winners in Jersey and Guernsey by C.I. Travel Group and Feefo
JERSEY, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The first truly independent Channel Island accommodation awards have been announced, with Radisson Blu and La Villette Hotel being crowned overall winners in Jersey and Guernsey respectively. C.I. Travel Group, in partnership with online review portal Feefo, is behind the scheme to highlight customer service excellence in the Channel… Read the full press release
Coalition of aviation groups calls on the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to reassert the vital role contract air traffic control towers play in improving safety and saving taxpayer dollars
Alexandria, VA, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — A coalition of aviation groups, including the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)/U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), have written leaders of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to reassert the vital role that contract air traffic control towers play in improving safety and saving taxpayer dollars, and made… Read the full press release