2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa, Cape Town International Airport has once again been awarded the Best Airport in Africa and the Best Airport in Africa for Staff Service Excellence this time at the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards held last night. The announcement comes weeks after having been awarded the Best Airport in Africa… Read the full news article
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Executive Chef Savas Aydemir Presents New Spring/Summer Menus at Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Talented chef renews lunch and dinner menus, blending the freshest products from different regions of Turkey with international inspirations. 2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Within its charming and cozy courtyard, Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet offers dishes emphasizing the original rich and local flavours of Turkish cuisine and the Mediterranean. In his new summer menus, Executive… Read the full news article
Sofia Airport Summer Schedule `2013 including 43 direct flights
2013-04-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — In summer `2013 Sofia Airport’s schedule provides convenient direct flights to 43 destinations from Sofia to other European capital cities and international airports. 19 airlines operate flights on these destinations, most of the flights being operated on daily basis. During the period of Summer Schedule 2013, from 31 March to 27 October, it is expected that9 700 passenger aircraft… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways now flies three times per week from Doha to Chicago
CHICAGO, 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to Chicago touched down at O’Hare International Airport today (April 10, 2013). Qatar now offers flights three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, between Chicago O’Hare and Qatar Airways’ hub in Doha, capital of the State of Qatar. Effective June 15, the Chicago – Doha route… Read the full news article
The Austrian airline NIKI named “Superbrand Austria 2013”
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Austrian airline NIKI, which is a member of the airberlin group, has been awarded the status of “Superbrand” for sustainable, high quality brand management, which places it among the strongest brands in Austria. “A brand is only ever as good as the product it represents. Flying with NIKI means quality service… Read the full news article
TSA PreCheck Improves Security and Efficiency; Should Be Expanded
Removing Barriers to Enrollment Will Boost Security While Reducing Cost Growth Washington, D.C., 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — In testimony today before the House Homeland Security Committee’s Subcommittee on Transportation Security, Geoff Freeman, executive vice president and chief operating officer of the U.S. Travel Association, said that the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) modern, risk-based passenger aviation screening system known… Read the full news article
RYANAIR’S BARGAIN THURSDAY! – FLY LONDON TO DOLE FROM JUST £14.99
100,000 seats on over 1,000 European routes in May & June from only £14.99 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight (Thur 11 Apr), passengers can fly from London Stansted to Dole from just £14.99 in May and June as part of its weekly ‘Bargain Thursday’… Read the full news article
Hilton hotels in Melbourne have a variety of ways to spoil mum this Mother’s Day
MELBOURNE, Australia, 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton hotels in Melbourne have a variety of ways to spoil mum this Mother’s Day Sunday 12 May, 2013. The famous Hilton buffet breakfast will be available to all between 7am and 11am at Hilton Melbourne South Wharf, just $45 for adults (including a glass of sparkling), $25 for children up… Read the full news article
Heathrow’s Terminal 5 named world’s ‘Best Airport Terminal’ and Heathrow has been named ‘Best Airport for Shopping’
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s Terminal 5 has been named the world’s ‘Best Airport Terminal’ for a second time and Heathrow has been named ‘Best Airport for Shopping’ for a fourth time at this year’s World Airport Awards held yesterday (Wednesday 10 April) at the Passenger Terminal EXPO in Geneva. The award reflects the findings of… Read the full news article
“New Germanwings” on faster approach path
New fares can be booked now – Firm transition dates for routes ex Hamburg, Berlin and Dusseldorf – New codeshare agreement between SWISS and Germanwings Frankfurt/Cologne, 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The “new Germanwings” is evolving very much faster than planned: It´s new “Best” and “Smart” fares will be available for booking at travel agencies for flights… Read the full news article
Travelport Unveils Travelport Merchandising Platform
Dublin, Ireland, 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data to companies operating in the global travel industry, today unveiled the Travelport Merchandising Platform which transforms the way airlines deliver their products and the way that those products are displayed to travel agents. Travelport Merchandising Platform enables airlines to:… Read the full news article
“Best Airport” award went to Istanbul Ataturk Airport at “The World’s Best Airports Awards 2013”
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Istanbul Ataturk Airport operated by TAV Airports was chosen the “Best Airport” in Southern Europe as the result of surveys carried out by Skytrax. Istanbul Ataturk Airport operated by TAV Airports Holding received the “Best Airport” award in Southern Europe at “The World’s Best Airports Awards 2013” organized by Skytrax, a leading… Read the full news article
Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and friendliest security process
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — A total of 12.1 million passengers have rated 395 airports worldwide in the Skytrax international survey of passenger satisfaction, and the conclusion is clear: Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and most friendly security process. “At a time when airport security screening is usually seen as a necessary evil, it is extremely… Read the full news article
British Airways partners with world number three golfer, Justin Rose, to become his Official Global Airline Partner
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has signed an exclusive three-year partnership with world number three golfer, Britain’s Justin Rose, to become his Official Global Airline Partner. Justin will support the airline’s global marketing activity, including personal appearances, media and PR, internal engagement and supporting Flying Start – the airline’s charity partnership with Comic Relief. Justin’s… Read the full news article
World’s Largest Animatronic Dinosaur Set To Storm Kings Island This Spring
KINGS ISLAND, Ohio, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of the largest creatures to ever lumber the earth is set to storm Kings Island this spring, in all its roaring glory with the arrival of a life-size Sauroposeidon, the world’s largest animatronic dinosaur. Even the tallest guests at Dinosaurs Alive! may feel a little small standing next to Sauroposeidon…. Read the full news article
Stress-Reducing Classes for Spring, Fitness Equipment Upgrades and Outdoor Classes at Trump® Chicago The Spa
CHICAGO, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the warm weather months approaching, The Spa at Trump® at Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago is pleased to introduce state-of-the-art health club equipment, outdoor training and fitness classes designed to provide a fresh approach to health and wellness. From stress relieving group fitness classes to outdoor yoga, the programming offered at the downtown Chicago… Read the full news article
Grand Pacific Palisades Resort Named RCI® Green Award Platinum Winner
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Carlsbad Seapointe Resort and Hilton Grand Vacations Club at MarBrisa also take home Gold and Silver honors respectively RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced the winners of its RCI Green Awards with Grand Pacific Palisades Resort earning… Read the full news article
Dusit Thani Manila’s Tosca the Italian Grill stages a night of theatrical pleasures
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila’s Tosca the Italian Grill stages a night of theatrical pleasures on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Join us for an evening inspired by Giacomo Puccini’s dramatic opera “La Tosca”. In Puccini’s famous opera, Floria Tosca sings “Vissi d’arte, vissi d’amore” or living for art and love. You,… Read the full news article
IHG continues to increase its presence in the Philippines with the opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Makati
IHG opens its third Holiday Inn hotel in the Philippines: Holiday Inn & Suites Makati Makati, Philippines, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) continues to increase its presence in the Philippines with the opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Makati today. The hotel is the fifth IHG hotel in the country and the third Holiday Inn… Read the full news article
127-Room Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport Celebrates Official Opening
CHICAGO, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Innisfree Hotels today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport, a refreshing hotel option for business and leisure travelers alike offering forward-thinking, around-the-clock amenities and modern design. “We’re proud to introduce the Hyatt Place brand to the Pensacola market,” said Rich Chism, director of development, Innisfree… Read the full news article
Palm Springs Wraps Up College Spring Break Campaign
Palm Springs, CA, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The last three colleges out of the ten visited by Palm Springs “street teams” returned back to school this week after their spring break vacation. For the fourth year, the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism sent “street teams” out to campuses in Southern California and Nevada to reach… Read the full news article
Iberia y la Cámara de Comercio de España en Francia firman un acuerdo de colaboración
Los socios de la Cámara dispondrán de tarifas flexibles y con descuentos en un total de 30 rutas entre Francia y España. El acuerdo incluye los vuelos de Iberia, Iberia Regional Air Nostrum y Vueling entre los dos países. Madrid, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Iberia y la Cámara de Comercio de España en Francia han firmado un acuerdo de colaboración que… Read the full news article
Good result despite difficult situation – Hamburg Airport closes financial year 2012 with profit
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hamburg Airport had a positive commercial finish for 2012. 13.7 million passengers used Hamburg Airport in the course of 2012, around one percent more than the previous year. The final result was a profit of 39.0 million euros; the previous year’s result was 49.2 million euros. Turnover for the year was 251.5… Read the full news article
London City Airport Announces ‘Open’ Fuel Farm Policy
New fuel farm arrangements facilitate best price fuel for airline customers 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport (LCY) has completed the purchase of a fuel farm from BP for an undisclosed sum. The facility is one of two situated at the airport, supplying fuel to LCY’s 10 airline customers. Until now, the airlines have purchased… Read the full news article
O.R. TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REFURBISHES CLASSROOM BUILDING AND BRINGS HOPE IN TEMBISA
Tembisa, Johannesburg, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — In response to the devastation left by heavy rains in December 2012, O.R. Tambo International Airport today handed over four newly refurbished classrooms to Nyiko Primary School in Tembisa. 181 children at the schoolwere forced to begin their academic year in overcrowded classrooms, as a result of the damage. The… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Vail to Host “Mushrooms & Mercedes” Event Series in July and August
Foraging expeditions return for third year with guide Larry Evans. 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Vail announces the return of its popular event series “Mushrooms & Mercedes” for summer 2013. Attendees will be escorted in a Four Seasons Mercedes to forage for mushrooms with expert Larry Evans, returning to the Resort’s restaurant Flame for a dinner featuring… Read the full news article
Alaska Airlines Offers Club 49 Members Double Miles Anywhere the Carrier Flies
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is offering Club 49 members double miles on all flights everywhere the carrier flies between May 17 and Sept. 3, 2013. Club 49 benefits are available to all Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members who are Alaska state residents. Residents can join the complimentary program by visiting www.alaskaair.com/Club 49. “Membership… Read the full news article
Amadeus enters airline customer loyalty arena with acquisition of Hitit Loyalty
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Powerful combination of Amadeus’ R&D strength and Hitit Loyalty’s track record in loyalty will deliver innovative new product developments and enhancements across Airline IT Madrid, Spain, 8 April 2013: Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, today announces that it has acquired the CRM and loyalty solutions division of Turkey-based… Read the full news article
Traveling throughout Spain and Europe has gotten more rewarding with the new Marriott Rewards® and Iberia Plus partnership
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Traveling throughout Spain and Europe has gotten more rewarding with the new Marriott Rewards® and Iberia Plus partnership. Marriott Rewards members can now earn Avios miles for stays at more than 3,700 Marriott International hotels in 70 countries across 14 distinctive brands. Marriott Rewards points can also be redeemed for Avios. Effective… Read the full news article
Airlines in the Lufthansa Group further improve utilisation of their aircraft
Airlines profit from improved capacity steering / Utilisation rises to 76.1 per cent in passenger traffic and 70.5 per cent in cargo traffic 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — All the airlines in the Lufthansa Group profited in the first quarter of the year from improved capacity steering and, as expected lifted the utilisation of their aircraft in… Read the full news article