Wyndham Hotel Group acquires leading provider and manager of group accommodations Dolce Hotels and Resorts

Acquisition Grows Asset-Light Managed Business and Complements Existing Portfolio of Brands  PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, a subsidiary of Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), today announced it has acquired Dolce Hotels and Resorts, a leading provider and manager of group accommodations with a portfolio of 24 properties and over 5,500 guestrooms… Read the full press release

RobecoSAM recognized Wyndham Worldwide as a 2015 Gold Class Sustainability Leader in its annual Sustainability Yearbook

Global hospitality company only U.S. company recognized in the hotels, resorts & cruise lines segment  PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, today announced that RobecoSAM, an investment asset management firm, has recognized the Company as a 2015 Gold Class Sustainability Leader in its annual Sustainability… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals study: Non-skiers are headed to the mountains this season, and they’re ready for their own winter fun

Right lodging and plenty of activities make mountain experience just as fun for the one in five non-skiers that still take ski vacations Parsippany, N.J., 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Non-skiers are headed to the mountains this season, and they’re ready for their own winter fun. One in five non-skiing travelers still take ski and snowboard… Read the full press release

Fraport Cargo Services GmbH takes over cargo handling operations for the Chinese airline China Southern Cargo from February 25

Chinese Carrier Operates Eleven Flights per Week from FRA – Cargo Shipments Expected to Reach Some 70,000 Metric Tons per Year FRANKFURT, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — From February 25, Fraport Cargo Services GmbH (FCS) will take over cargo handling operations for the Chinese airline China Southern Cargo. FCS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fraport… Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport inaugurated new ecumenical Christian chapel in Transit Area B of Terminal 1

Place of worship for Christians now also available in Transit of FRA’s Terminal FRANKFURT, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — On January 27, 2015, a new ecumenical Christian chapel was inaugurated in Transit Area B of Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 1. The new place of worship for Christians of all denominations will be accessible around the… Read the full press release

London City Airport’s £200 million expansion granted decision on 3rd February

LONDON, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — In a step forward in easing aviation capacity in the South East, plans to expand London City Airport have been given the go-ahead. The decision, granted on Tuesday [3 February], clears the way for a £200 million investment that will enable the airport to operate up to a… Read the full press release

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reached 96.1 million passengers in 2014; Retaining its ‘World’s Busiest Airport’ Title in 2014 for 17th Consecutive Year

Airport accommodates a record-breaking 96.1 million passengers, highest total for any aviation hub; international passenger traffic grew by 10 percent ATLANTA, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Kasim Reed announced today at his annual State of the City breakfast that for the 17th consecutive year Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was once again the world’s busiest airport…. Read the full press release

Hilton to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand

Agreement Sees Innovative Construction Model Facilitate Growth in Mature and Emerging Markets  BRISTOL, UK, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide has reached an agreement with modular building provider CIMC to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand. Financed and owned by CIMC, the hotel will be managed by… Read the full press release

easyJet launched new aircraft livery to mark its twentieth year of flying

LONDON, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has launched a new aircraft livery – the first change to the look of the airline’s iconic white and orange fleet since easyJet.com replaced the call centre number on the fuselage in 1998. There are two main design changes. easyJet’s trademark orange has… Read the full press release

Turkish Cargo increased the frequency of its scheduled flights to Budapest Airport

Budapest, Hungary, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Turkish Cargo has increased the frequency of its scheduled flights to Budapest Airport to three a week. One of the world’s leading cargo airlines, Turkish Cargo sees great opportunities in the Hungarian market, which is reflected in its latest frequency increase. Turkish Cargo has started to operate… Read the full press release

IATA’s 2014 cargo data shows 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs)

Geneva, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released full-year air cargo data for 2014 showing 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs). That is a significant acceleration from the 1.4% recorded in 2013 over 2012. Air cargo market expansion gathered momentum as 2014 progressed. The… Read the full press release

IATA announced Hawaiian Airlines attained Platinum status for Fast Travel implementation

Geneva, Switzerland, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Hawaiian Airlines has attained Platinum status for Fast Travel implementation. Hawaiian is the first airline in the United States to achieve Platinum status, which recognizes carriers that offer four or more Fast Travel compliant solutions to at least 80% of… Read the full press release

The VI Investment and Tourism Business Forum for Africa (INVESTOUR) agrees the continent needs a stronger brand

Branding and promotion, foreign direct investment, human resources development and visa facilitation were among the key topics in focus at the VI Investment and Tourism Business Forum for Africa (INVESTOUR). 16 Tourism Ministers from Africa and the Middle East and experts from different areas attended the yearly Forum, held on the occasion of the International… Read the full press release

Swissport International names Dirk Schmitt as new CEO Cargo Services Germany & Austria

Opfikon, Switzerland, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International (Swissport), the world´s largest provider of ground and cargo handling services to the aviation industry, names Dirk Schmitt as new CEO Cargo Services Germany & Austria, with effect 1 February 2015. He will be responsible for Swissport Cargo Services (SCS) Germany, a successful, profitable operating unit… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group Inc. reports 7.9 percent increase in traffic on 10.4 percent increase in capacity in January 2015 vs January 2014

SEATTLE, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported January operational results on a consolidated basis, and for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. Detailed information is provided below. AIR GROUP On a combined basis, Air Group reported a 7.9 percent increase in traffic on a 10.4 percent increase… Read the full press release

Stagecoach study: bus remains 60% cheaper than commuting to work by car despite falling pump prices

Stagecoach survey shows bus users save average of more than £1,200* a year by leaving car in driveway Annual savings could almost pay household gas and electricity bills for a year Survey of around 40 key commuter corridors in England, Scotland and Wales PERTH, Scotland, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Catching the bus is… Read the full press release

megabus.com named Safety Champion by the Transportation Safety Exchange (TSX) in the US

Company becomes first bus operator to receive Transportation Safety Exchange rating Elizabeth, NJ, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Low-fares inter-city coach provider megabus.com has been named Safety Champion by the Transportation Safety Exchange (TSX) in the US. The company has become the first bus operator to receive the safety rating from TSX, an independent safety… Read the full press release

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA to release its Q4 results on Thursday 12th February 2015

Fornebu, Norway, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA will release its fourth quarter results Thursday 12th February 2015. The report will be made available at 7:00 AM (CET) on Norwegian’s home page, our press room and newsweb.no. The Company will present the results 8.30 AM (CET) at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3,… Read the full press release

Susan Williams appointed General Manager for Eastern Canada at VIA Rail Canada

Montréal, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Williams to the position of General Manager for Eastern Canada. This will involve adding value to the services offered to communities served in the Maritimes and Eastern Québec as well as business development activities intended to… Read the full press release

Bombardier: Chorus Aviation Inc. places firm order for 13 Q400 NextGen aircraft and options for 10 Q400 NextGen aircraft

Q400 aircraft to be operated by Jazz under the Air Canada Express brand TORONTO, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft and Chorus Aviation Inc. (‘Chorus’) (TSX:  CHR.B CHR.A), parent company of Jazz Aviation LP (‘Jazz’) announced today that they have signed a firm purchase agreement whereby Chorus will acquire 13 Q400 NextGen… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotel Group launches the new Preferred Residences – worldwide collection of exceptional villas, bungalows and condominiums

Preferred Residences Offers Membership-Free Vacation Experiences that Marry the Space and Privacy of a Home with the Luxuries and Convenience of a World-Renowned Hotel CHICAGO, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — As today’s luxury consumers weigh the pros and cons of renting a private residence versus booking a hotel for their next vacation, Preferred Hotel Group introduces a… Read the full press release

Crowne Plaza opens the largest and most comprehensive regional conference and exhibition facility north of Sydney

The widely-anticipated Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Conference and Events Centre is the newest and most extensive business events venue in the Hunter region Hunter Valley, Australia, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Crowne Plaza announces the opening of the new Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Conference and Events Centre, providing the largest and most comprehensive regional conference and… Read the full press release

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International announced its Americas Region Board of Directors and Executive Committee for 2015

McLEAN, VA, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) has announced its Americas Region Board of Directors and Executive Committee for 2015. The HSMAI board consists of a wide range of hospitality professionals from all areas of the industry, including representatives of 24 hotels and hotel companies. “HSMAI is thrilled… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton opens 313 rooms cliff top resort located in Sawangan, Nusa Dua, Bali

Luxury Cliff Top Resort Ready to Welcome Guests Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton, Bali opens today, marking the brand’s grand return to the idyllic island as a unique, luxurious and locally-inspired resort, set amidst the dramatic cliffs and pristine beaches of southern Bali. Located in Sawangan, Nusa Dua, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rent-A-Car relocates and upgrades its rental office in High Point, NC

HIGH POINT, N.C., 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — After 22 years of operating in High Point, N.C., Enterprise Rent-A-Car is adding jobs and investing in a new neighborhood rental office at 1539North Main Street. The new location will occupy a former used car facility that has been vacant for more than two years. “Enterprise’s new site will… Read the full press release

Michael Schmitt named Hilton Dalian and Conrad Dalian Cluster General Manager

DALIAN, China, 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Dalian and Conrad Dalian has announced the appointment of Michael Schmitt as Cluster General Manager. Mr. Schmitt will report to David Kelly, Vice President, North & South China, Hilton Worldwide, and will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s daily operations. Mr. Schmitt joined Hilton Dalian and Conrad Dalian… Read the full press release

ACI announces the re-launch of its customer service benchmarking tool for airports worldwide – the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) programme

Montreal, 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International (ACI) announces the re-launch of the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) programme, ACI’s customer service benchmarking tool for airports worldwide. To date, ASQ has helped over 300 airports from around the world benchmark and improve their customer service initiatives. This exciting new phase of the programme will… Read the full press release

Aeroflot updates menu in business class

Aeroflot Presents New Menu in Business Class Moscow, 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from February 1, 2015 Aeroflot business class passengers are offered an updated menu. New menu was developed by the team of professionals with international recognition. Passengers could try culinary masterpieces by Thierry Mona — the chef of LSG Sky Chefs — and dishes from the virtuosos of international gastronomic scene: Michelin starred… Read the full press release

ICAD Group welcomes Marty Lenss, Director of the Eastern Iowa Airport, to the ICAD Group Board of Directors

Iowa City, 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — ICAD Group welcomes Marty Lenss, Director of the Eastern Iowa Airport, to the ICAD Group Board of Directors.  Lenss was confirmed at the ICAD Group January Board Meeting on January 16, 2015. “Many of our clients rely on air and cargo services, and having Marty’s input will be… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines and India’s newest airline Vistara partner over their frequent flyer programmes

NEW DELHI, 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines and India’s newest airline Vistara today announced a partnership between the KrisFlyer and Club Vistara frequent flyer programmes, providing members more opportunities for accrual and redemption rewards. The partnership enables KrisFlyer members to earn KrisFlyer miles when travelling on Vistara flights, and redeem Vistara flight… Read the full press release