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InterContinental Hotels Group opens 91 room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Fredericton, New Brunswick after $3M renovation

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Hotel opens in New Brunswick’s capital city after undergoing a nearly $3M renovation FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ —InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the newly renovated 91 room Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Fredericton. Formerly a Lakeview Inns & Suites hotel, the property… Read the full news article

Wizz Air announced it reached 100,000 flights over a 12 month period for first time in its 10 year history

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Budapest, Hungary, 2014-11-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today announced that, for the first time in its 10 year history, it has operated 100,000 flights over a 12 month period. This represents almost 30 billion flown seat kilometers and over 1.3 million crew hours… Read the full news article

Marriott International to open 130 room Fairfield by Marriott in El Salvador by 2016

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San Salvador, El Salvador, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced plans today to open a 130 room Fairfield by Marriott in El Salvador. Located adjacent to the upscale La Gran Via shopping mall and in close proximity to large corporations such as Xerox, Citibank, the World Bank, Bayers and Siemens, the hotel will serve… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. celebrates the one year anniversary of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

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Luxury Resort Commemorates Milestone Aruba, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — This week, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.,  the iconic leader in luxury lodging centered in inspiration to capture, create and inspire life’s most memorable journeys, proudly celebrates the one year anniversary of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba. Situated on the island’s pristine Palm Beach, the highly anticipated… Read the full news article

National Car Rental to unveil three new television commercials featuring actor Patrick Warburton as part of its “Go Like A Pro” advertising campaign

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Former Seinfeld Star Delivers Comic Portrayal of “The Control Enthusiast” Business Traveler ST. LOUIS, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — National Car Rental will unveil three new television commercials featuring actor Patrick Warburton as part of its “Go Like A Pro” advertising campaign. National is launching the 30-second spots to showcase its commitment to providing time-sensitive frequent airport… Read the full news article

Etihad Airways announces the appointment of Shane O’Hare as its Senior Vice President, Marketing

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ABU DHABI, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the appointment of Shane O’Hare as its Senior Vice President, Marketing. Mr O’Hare brings an unrivalled mix of experience in airline marketing and management, having held a range of senior executive positions in the Gulf and… Read the full news article

airberlin group equips the first two aircraft in its fleet with the new ‘airberlin connect’ Wi-Fi service

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The new system from Panasonic offers passengers internet and entertainment airberlin first German airline to offer inflight internet on short-haul flights BERLIN, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The airberlin group has equipped the first two aircraft in its fleet with the new ‘airberlin connect’ Wi-Fi service. The two Airbus A320, registered D-ABNJ and OE-LEL, now… Read the full news article

PATA pleased to have supported the International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism in Zhengzhou, China from November 15-17, 2014

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BANGKOK, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ —  The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to have supported the International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism in Zhengzhou, China from November 15-17, 2014. The event, generously hosted by the Henan Provincial Government, included three main topics for discussion: the development of tourism and leisure economy, boosting the adjustment… Read the full news article

Auckland Airport expands its international duty free shopping experience

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport is expanding its international duty free shopping experience with the addition of a range of covetable local and international brands. The newly opened fashion and beauty stores in the airport’s international departure area are: Iconic Kiwi handbag brand SABEN – the first of many… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong announces its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2014

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HONG KONG, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today announced its unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2014. Revenue increased 9.3% over the same period last year to HK$8,018 million. In the first half of fiscal 2014/ 2015, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled a… Read the full news article

Hyatt earned 100% on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for the 11th consecutive year

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Continuing focus on making Hyatt a place where individuals can bring their whole selves to work leads to selection of respected diversity and inclusion leaders CHICAGO, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that for the 11th consecutive year, Hyatt has earned 100 percent on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a… Read the full news article

Ethiopian Airlines secured USD 41.4 million 7-year junior loan facility from ING Capital LLC for the acquisition of two Boeing 777 freighter aircraft

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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and most profitable airline in Africa, has secured a USD 41.4 million 7-year junior loan facility from ING Capital LLC for the acquisition of two Boeing 777 freighter aircraft. The senior debt is supported by Ex-Im Bank and was provided by another… Read the full news article

Ethiopian Airlines received its fourth B777-200 LR Freighter on 19 November 2014

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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2014-11-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest cargo operator in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has received its fourth B777-200 LR Freighter on 19 November 2014. Ethiopian was the first in Africa to receive and operate the B777-200 LR freighter on 19 September 2012 and is still… Read the full news article

IATA identifies the critical factors to ensure that Asia-Pacific continues to realize the enormous economic and social benefits of air connectivity

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Tokyo, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) identified continuous safety enhancement, the availability of cost-efficient infrastructure and environmental responsibility as critical factors to ensure that Asia-Pacific continues to realize the enormous economic and social benefits of air connectivity. “It is no understatement to say that air connectivity underpins modern economies. Aviation… Read the full news article

The City of Chicago Department of Aviation to host aviation and construction job fair on December 4, 2014

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CHICAGO, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to announce it will host an aviation and construction job fair on Thursday, December 4, 2014. The location will be the UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, Illinois from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. The Construction and Aviation Industry Job… Read the full news article

Air Choice One begins four flights daily between Chicago and Mason City, Iowa Monday – Friday and two flights daily on Weekends

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CHICAGO, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Choice One today began new daily service between Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Mason City Municipal Airport in Iowa. It’s the first time flights have been offered between Mason City and Chicago and the first time Chicago O’Hare has direct flights to North Iowa. Air Choice One will offer four… Read the full news article

Alaska Air Group received perfect score of 100% on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)

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SEATTLE, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group, parent company for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, has received a perfect score of 100 percent on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on corporate policies and practices related to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) workplace equality, administered by… Read the full news article

Stagecoach Group’s bus employees and companies won top honours at the 2014 UK Bus Awards

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Transport group wins three Gold Awards Two Stagecoach employees come out on top Marketing Excellence win for Stagecoach East Midlands Special award for Stagecoach South West PERTH, Scotland, 2014-11-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach Group’s bus employees and companies have won top honours at the 2014 UK Bus Awards. Several Stagecoach Group businesses were recognised across… Read the full news article

Bombardier: Singapore Land Transit Authority launched its first two new INNOVIA APM 100 automated people mover vehicles into passenger service

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Fleet expansion for the BOMBARDIER INNOVIAAPM 100 automated people mover system in Singapore to meet rising public demand for urban transit in the Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Panjang districts BERLIN, 2014-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ —  The Singapore Land Transit Authority (LTA) today launched its first two new INNOVIA APM 100 automated people mover… Read the full news article

Bombardier Transportation signed contract to deliver 27 new four-car trains for Govia Thameslink Railway for operation on the Gatwick Express

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UK train operator Govia Thameslink orders 108 additional BOMBARDIER ELECTROSTAR cars BERLIN, 2014-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation has signed a contract to deliver 27 new four-car trains for Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), for operation on the Gatwick Express. The contract for 108 cars has a total value of approximately… Read the full news article

Mxi® Technologies announces that Cape Air has selected the Maintenix® system for its enterprise-wide fleet maintenance management

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Large U.S. regional airline fueling strategic growth through standardized processes, greater integration between MRO and flight operations News at a Glance Cape Air selects Mxi’s Maintenix Operator Edition software to act as MRO standard for large U.S. regional airline Maintenix to provide complete spectrum of aviation maintenance management across engineering, planning, execution and materials management… Read the full news article

Qantas Airways fleet’s newest addition touched down on Australian soil bearing the name of trailblazing former CEO James Strong

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SYDNEY, 2014-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The newest addition to the Qantas Airways fleet has touched down on Australian soil, proudly carrying a retro livery and bearing the name of trailblazing former CEO James Strong. The design is a flashback to the livery that adorned Qantas Boeing 747s in the 1970s and is a… Read the full news article

Qantas and China Eastern sign new joint venture marking the start of a deeper level of commercial cooperation on flights between Australia and China

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SYDNEY, 2014-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas and China Eastern today announced a new joint venture, marking the start of a deeper level of commercial cooperation on flights between Australia and China. The airlines will now submit an application for authorisation to Australian and Chinese regulators. Subject to regulatory approval, it is anticipated that… Read the full news article

Kempinski Hotels signed management agreement for the high profile, large-scale luxury development, 8 Conlay, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle

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Kuala Lumpur/Geneva, 2014-11-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotels and KSK Group Berhad (KSK Group), via its property development arm KSK Land Sdn Bhd (KSK Land) announce the signing of a management agreement for the high profile, large-scale luxury development, 8 Conlay, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle. The approximately 260-key Kempinski hotel… Read the full news article

Hilton Worldwide to open its first property in Catania, Italy, the Hilton Catania Capo Mulini Conference Center & Spa

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Hilton Worldwide confirms signing of Hilton Catania Capo Mulini Conference Center & Spa CATANIA, Italy and MCLEAN, Va., 2014-11-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a management agreement to open its first property in the city of Catania, Italy. Hilton Catania Capo Mulini Conference Center & Spa will become the company’s third… Read the full news article

Abu Dhabi Airports in partnership with National Aviation Services (NAS) inaugurated the newly constructed, luxury VIP Terminal at Abu Dhabi International Airport

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New terminal includes separate immigration, police and baggage handling facilities Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2014-11-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports today inaugurated the newly constructed, luxury VIP Terminal at Abu Dhabi International Airport, in partnership with National Aviation Services (NAS). The terminal is set to offer a world-class travel experience to all passengers… Read the full news article

Coco Collection appoints Schaffelhuber Communications for Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Russia and Memac Ogilvy for UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia

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MALDIVES, 2014-11-17 — /Travel PR News/ — With a steady growth in global markets, Coco Collection is pleased to reinforce its brand presence in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Russia with the appointment of Schaffelhuber Communications and to increase its reach in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia with Memac Ogilvy. With Anke Schaffelhuber… Read the full news article

Tourism Australia and China Southern Airlines extend partnership agreement; committing further A$4.2 million for cooperative marketing in 2015

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SYDNEY, 2014-11-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia and China Southern Airlines will extend their existing strategic partnership agreement, committing a further A$4.2 million for cooperative marketing in 2015. This extended agreement was signed today in Parliament House, Canberra by Tourism Australia Managing Director John O’Sullivan and China Southern Airlines President Mr Tan Wangeng… Read the full news article

Eastern Airways signed new codeshare agreement with Wideroe to provide UK travellers greater Norwegian connections

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North Lincolnshire, England, 2014-11-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Eastern Airways has signed a new codeshare agreement with Wideroe which will provide UK travellers greater Norwegian connections via Aberdeen and Newcastle, along with improved access to the Norwegian carrier’s comprehensive network of Scandinavian destinations. As part of the codeshare partnership, Eastern Airways “T3” flight code will continue… Read the full news article

Eurostar unveiled in public for the first time its new state-of-the-art e320 train scheduled to enter commercial service at the end of 2015

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150 million customers over 20 years Year-on-year growth drives expansion to new routes One year to go until the e320 goes into commercial service LONDON, 2014-11-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In the last two decades Eurostar has revolutionised cross-channel travel, providing a swift, seamless link between the UK and mainland Europe.  With passengers increasingly… Read the full news article