2013-05-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — An overhaul of Virgin Trains’ timetable this December will deliver an extra 3,300 seats per day between Scotland and Birmingham and offer fresh competition to airlines operating on the route. The planned reconfiguration of services will deliver the first direct trains from Scotland to Birmingham Airport in six years. Twenty-four of the… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Airports
‘The People’s Monarch’ Mosaic gives London Gatwick Passengers a warm British welcome
‘The People’s Monarch’ mosaic gives Gatwick passengers a warm British welcome Artwork is made up of 5,500 pictures of people from Sussex, Kent and Surrey New piece adds to the airport’s London-inspired Peter Blake collection 2013-05-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — London Gatwick has unveiled the latest addition to its British artwork collection in time for the 60thanniversary… Read the full press release
Leeds Bradford Airport Launches exclusive meet and greet valet parking service
2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leeds Bradford Airport has launched an exclusive meet and greet valet parking service, enabling passengers to start and end their journey in style. Passengers are now able to pull up directly in front of the terminal entrance where they will be greeted by a dedicated airport valet. Luggage is then simply unloaded… Read the full press release
San Diego Airport Authority Leaders awarded 2013 Economic Opportunity Award for The Green Build
LEAD San Diego recognizes Board members, President/CEO SAN DIEGO, 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — At last night’s LEAD San Diego’s 11th Annual Visionary Awards, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority leadership was awarded the 2013 Economic Opportunity Award for The Green Build, the largest construction program in the history of San Diego International Airport. Board Chair Robert… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson’s tips to prepare passengers for the year’s busiest travel season
ATLANTA, 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials anticipate more than 1.6 million passengers will pass through the facility this Memorial Day Weekend (May 25 through May 28). Total passenger traffic for the holiday weekend is expected to rise by 3 percent over the same period last year. The Airport is well-prepared for the… Read the full press release
London City Airport Publishes List of Most Unusual Items Left at the Airport
Diamonds, Designer Watches and Dentures Inside Lost Property at London’s Business Airport 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Where can you find £50,000 in cash, a bag of diamonds, a Rolex watch, the key to a Porsche, and a book of signed blank cheques? Aside from Simon Cowell’s house… these are all items from the Lost Property department… Read the full press release
Bahrain Airport Company held a workshop at the Movenpick hotel to raise awareness of the new labor law
2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — In line with its’ mission to create an ideal work environment, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) held a workshop at the Movenpick hotel to raise awareness of the new labor law. Delivered by the Legal Adviser for the Labor Minister Dr. Abdul Baset Mohamed Mohsen, the session explained the emergence of the new… Read the full press release
Mineta San José International Airport: Plan Ahead and Arrive Early for a Smooth Travel Experience
SAN JOSE, CA, 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer travel season, Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and its airlines advise Silicon Valley travelers to plan ahead and check in early to prevent delays on a traditionally busy travel holiday. Passenger traffic is on the rebound at SJC due to increased volume for summer… Read the full press release
ADAC re-opens access roads to Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 27th May 2013, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) re-opened the access roads to Abu Dhabi International Airport, enabling travelers to enter Terminals 1 and 3 from the upper curbside as per the pre-construction period. ADAC had previously announced that these access routes would be diverted for 60… Read the full press release
SFO Starts off Summer Travel Season with Tips for Passengers
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced the start of the summer travel season with tips for passengers, information on parking, and a schedule of live music in the terminals. The summer travel season will begin in earnest on Friday, May 24, 2013 with more than 125,000 passengers arriving and departing SFO. … Read the full press release
London City Airport Unveils New Menu at City Bar
2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers flying from London City Airport will now have a new menu from which to choose. As part of a drive to deliver a standard of quality unrivalled at any other UK airport, the new menu has been designed to be current, and of strong appeal to the unique passenger profile at… Read the full press release
US Airways Begins Daily Shannon – Philadelphia Service
2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shannon’s options for US bound destinations got a major boost today as US Airways began its daily service to its Philadelphia hub. The service, which leaves Shannon daily at 11.35 a.m. for the historic city, brings to five the number of US destinations flown to by Shannon this year – the first… Read the full press release
Bristol Airport Anticipates Busy Bank Holiday Weekend
2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Over 90,000 passengers are expected to use Bristol Airport over the Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 24 May – Monday 27 May inclusive). With the summer season already in full swing, airlines and tour operators are reporting strong demand. New services this summer include flights to Bulgaria and Corsica and both offer something… Read the full press release
Airports Company South Africa hands over wheelchairs to Cape Town Schools
Cape Town, 2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Together with the Department of Women, Children and People with Disabilities, Airports Company South Africa handed over five custom-made manual wheelchairs to Bel Porto School as well as two power wheelchairs with posture backs and a manual wheelchair to Paarl School in Cape Town today, following a successful budget vote… Read the full press release
Houston Airport System’s Aviation Club Grants scholarship Assistance to Students
2013-05-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Just six months after its formation, the Houston Airport System’s Aviation Club has already granted scholarship assistance to four members of its inaugural class. The four students from Sterling High School were each awarded a $2,600 scholarship at a celebratory event held on May 16, 2013. “Programs like the Houston Aviation Club… Read the full press release
Shannon Airport appoints Neil Pakey as the company’s new CEO
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Board of Shannon Airport Authority plc (Shannon Airport) has today announced the appointment of Neil Pakey as the company’s new CEO. Neil has over 30 years’ experience in the industry, with a strong track record in delivering airport passenger and revenue growth and in property management. He has since 2010 been… Read the full press release
King Shaka International Airport Improves Arrivals Pickup Zone
King Shaka International Airport, 2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The current Arrivals Pickup Zone at King Shaka International Airport has proven to be very convenient for airport users since its upgrade in June 2012. As part of further enhancing the facility, Airports Company South Africa has decided to cover the entrance and exit of the facility so… Read the full press release
Chicago Department of Aviation welcomes new air service from Austrian Airlines at O’Hare International Airport
CHICAGO, 2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today welcomed new air service from Austrian Airlines at O’Hare International Airport. The airline will fly five times a week to Chicago from Austria’s capital city of Vienna. The service will be operated using a Boeing 767, equipped with a completely new cabin featuring new full-flat seats in Business Class,… Read the full press release
Two new series by BBC to take an inside look at one of the world’s busiest airports – Heathrow
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Covering five square miles and processing nearly 200,000 passengers each day, Heathrow is one of the world’s busiest airports. In a live, stripped event Dan Snow will spend four nights at Heathrow’s heart – the air traffic control tower. Dallas Campbell and Anita Rani will also be airside, granted unparalleled access to… Read the full press release
Al Bateen Executive Airport chosen as Stopover airport in the Middle East region by Flight-Ambulance-International
Additional aircraft, served by German medical team, to be stationed at Al Bateen Executive Airport 2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates German Air Ambulance Specialist and VVIP-Jet-Operator Flight-Ambulance-International (FAI) rent-a-jet AG has named today Al Bateen Executive Airport as its ideal stopover airport in the Middle East region. Through this agreement with the… Read the full press release
George Best Belfast City Airport treats adopted schools to a magical performance with the magic of maths
2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pupils at a Belfast primary school were treated to a magical performance by a local children’s touring theatre company thanks to funding from the George Best Belfast City Airport Community Fund.Cahoots NI arrived at Victoria Park Primary School to perform their newest show, ‘Lights, Camera, Math ‘a’ Magic’ to an audience of… Read the full press release
ADAC expects 15% increase in Leisure and Business Travelers to Abu Dhabi this Summer
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced that airlines from around the globe will be increasing their weekly number of flights departing from and arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the coming summer months. This summer, Abu Dhabi International Airport will receive 1,065 flights a week, a… Read the full press release
SSP brand, Upper Crust’s Hog Roast & Crackling baguette named New Sandwich of the Year at the 2013 British Sandwich Association Sammies
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP brand Upper Crust won the top prize in the New Sandwich of the Year (hot) category at the 2013 British Sandwich Association Sammies last night for its Hog Roast & Crackling baguette. The awards, which were conceived by the prestigious British Sandwich Association to recognise and celebrate the achievements of key… Read the full press release
Helsinki Airport has improved connections to Barcelona, welcomes Vueling
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Helsinki Airport, operated by Finavia, welcomes Vueling to Finland. The Spanish airline Vueling will commence flights to Barcelona on 17 May. The selection for Barcelona flights will grow when Vueling commences flights from Helsinki Airport in May. Vueling will provide the route three times per week on an Airbus 320. During the… Read the full press release
London Gatwick Airport: The capital currently has significant unused capacity across its airports
London Gatwick calls on Airports Commission to promote competition, improve rail services and focus on resilience More competition will increase long haul connections to key markets Better quality rail services and rolling stock are critical for attracting airlines Resilience in the London airport system would provide more certainty Gatwick also submits its response on Aviation… Read the full press release
Essential Travel reveals Three Ways to Add A Touch of Gatsby Glamour To Your Holiday
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — With Gatsby madness currently in the air, glamour is the thing on everyone’s minds – and what could be more glamorous than going on holiday…once you’ve passed the queues, driven to the car park and transferred to the terminal! But, there are methods to turn even these into a special occasion. Leading… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson marks successful first year of international terminal
The 1.2 million-square-foot terminal and concourse offer world-class amenities, diverse concessions and separate levels for arriving and departing travelers ATLANTA, 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials today mark a successful first year of operations at the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal which opened on May 16, 2012. The $1.4 billion, award-winning facility… Read the full press release
San Francisco International Airport to Unveil 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is hosting a media press conference to unveil its 10-year Capital Improvement Plan, which will be presented to the Airport Commission for vote on Tuesday, May 21st. The $4.3 billion Airport Improvement Program is anticipated to create more than 36,000 jobs over the next ten years. … Read the full press release
The State Secretary for Mobility and Brussels Airport Decided to take Compulsory measures to restore the operations at Brussels Airport
2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The State Secretary for Mobility and Brussels Airport have decided in mutual consultation to take a number of compulsory measures to restore operations at Brussels Airport. On Wednesday evening the trade unions and the Executive Board of Swissport agreed a protocol agreement, signed by the social mediator. In spite of this agreement,… Read the full press release
Budget Approved to Enhance High Occupancy Vehicle Use at Boston Logan International Airport
Terminal Curbside Redesign and Next Bus Signs Part of Customer Service and Green Initiatives BOSTON, 2013-05-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority Board today approved a partial project budget of $4 million to enhance high occupancy vehicle (HOV) use at Boston Logan International Airport and improve customer service with dynamic signage announcing next bus arrival… Read the full press release