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Lonely Planet and IATA partner to celebrate the 100th anniversary of commercial air travel by revealing Lonely Planet’s top 10 predictions for the future of world travel

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Lonely Planet Reveals the Future of Travel Lonely Planet experts reveal their top 10 predictions for the future of travel Travel to become an increasingly integrated aspect of people’s everyday lives True escapes and remote hotels to increase in popularity as stressed travellers seek an escape from work Travellers’ to favour face-to-face recommendations instead of… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® signs agreement with Red Rock Biofuels LLC to purchase low carbon renewable jet fuel

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Company Intends to Purchase Low Carbon Renewable Jet Fuel DALLAS, TX, 2014-9-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has signed an agreement with Red Rock Biofuels LLC (RRB) to purchase low carbon renewable jet fuel, made using forest residues that will help reduce the risk of destructive wildfires in the Western United… Read the full news article

Changi Airport Group to begin redevelopment of the open-air car park site fronting Terminal 1

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SINGAPORE, 2014-9-26 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of Changi Airport Group’s (CAG) blueprint to enhance Changi Airport’s infrastructure, the redevelopment of the open-air car park site fronting Terminal 1 (T1) will begin in the last quarter of 2014.  The car park, which presently serves T1 users, will then be closed to enable the commencement… Read the full news article

LA/Ontario International Airport’s passenger numbers up by 3.19 % from January 2014 through August 2014 vs same period last year

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Ontario, California, 2014-9-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Passenger numbers at LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) rose 3.19 percent from January 2014 through August 2014, compared to the same period last year.  ONT airlines served 2,726,679travelers compared to 2,642,334 travelers during the same period in 2013. International traffic continues its upward climb compared to last year.  This year’s activity… Read the full news article

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) and Embraer Defense & Security unveil the first US-built A-29 Super Tucano light air support aircraft

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2014-9-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) and Embraer Defense & Security today presented the first United States-built A-29 Super Tucano light air support aircraft in a roll-out ceremony with  the U.S. Air Force and government officials, industry and community representatives, and news media. The aircraft, which also performs as an outstanding… Read the full news article

TravelClick to present two free webinars on how hoteliers can maximize their return on investment on media and advertising campaigns

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NEW YORK,  2014-9-25 — /Travel PR News/ — TravelClick, global provider of innovative cloud-based solutions that enable hotels to grow revenue, will present two free webinars on October 1 to discuss how hoteliers can maximize their return on investment on media and advertising campaigns. TravelClick media experts John Hach, Senior Vice President, Global Product Management and… Read the full news article

HMSHost to open ‘Minnesota Wild’ restaurant at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport in late October

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Named for the Minnesota Wild team, new restaurant aims to be a favorite for traveling hockey fans SAINT PAUL, MN, 2014-9-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport has just given travelers a clue on the next great restaurant to open—Minnesota Wild, named for the state’s legendary National Hockey League team. Global restaurateur HMSHost will open… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong announces the appointment of Florence Chung as Executive Director, Human Resources & Administration effective 6 October 2014

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HONG KONG, 2014-9-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today announced that it has appointed Florence Chung as Executive Director, Human Resources & Administration, with effect from 6 October 2014. Ms Chung will be a key member of the senior management team. In her new role, Ms Chung will head the Human… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport wins lead award for best marketing of airports in the world under four million passengers at the World Routes Awards in Chicago

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Shannon, Ireland, 2014-9-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Shannon Airport is on top of the world today after landing the lead award for best marketing of airports in the world under four million passengers at the World Routes Awards in Chicago. The prestigious award sees the airport, which only gained its independence in January of last… Read the full news article

Liverpool John Lennon Airport takes part at the 20th World Route Development Forum in Chicago

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Liverpool, UK, 2014-9-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Senior Management from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) are in North America this week to meet with airlines from across the globe at the 20th World Route Development Forum, being held in Chicago. The event is an annual global gathering of the world’s top airlines and airports… Read the full news article

Emirates SkyCargo launches new innovative “White Container” that keeps temperature sensitive cargo cool on the ground and in the air

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New innovative “White Container” Fills a Gap in the Cool Chain Space DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has launched an internally developed and cost effective LD3 container that keeps temperature sensitive cargo cool when transported on the ground and in the air. Called the “White Container”,… Read the full news article

Jersey Heritage extends winter opening programme for 2014/2015 to benefit both residents and visitors

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JERSEY, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey Heritage is delighted to confirm that it will be offering an extended winter opening programme for 2014/2015 which will benefit both residents and visitors.  The announcement coincides with the recent announcement that the Trust’s membership has swelled to 10,000.   This boost in membership, which has grown 1000%… Read the full news article

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group to open the Park Inn by Radisson Residence Dubai Jumeirah Village Triangle in Q2 2017

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DUBAI, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel companies worldwide, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Residence Dubai Jumeirah Village Triangle. The property featuring 261 studios and apartments is scheduled to open in Q2 2017. It brings Carlson Rezidor’s portfolio in Dubai to 14… Read the full news article

VISIT FLORIDA partners with Brand USA to create marketing program called Shop Florida

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Tallahassee, Fla., 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Brazilians love shopping in the USA, especially in the Sunshine State. Consider the overwhelming evidence: Of 2.1 million U.S.-bound visitors in 2013, six of every seven came to Florida. Those 1.8 million visitors contributed $2.3 billion to the state economy. In spring 2015, VISIT FLORIDA will partner with… Read the full news article

Intern from London City Airport’s Community Internship programme awarded three month, paid contract at The Docklands Equestrian Centre

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LONDON, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — A new Community Internship programme run by London City Airport has placed its first intern. The Docklands Equestrian Centre has become the first organisation to receive an intern from the programme, spearheaded by the airport in partnership with the University of East London (UEL). Fred Turuka, awarded a… Read the full news article

Kansas City International Airport July passenger traffic up 2.8 percent from 2013 figures

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KANSAS, MO, 2014-9-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Kansas City, Mo., Aviation Department reports that total July passenger traffic at Kansas City International Airport was up 2.8 percent from 2013 figures, with 977,385 passengers arriving and departing through its gates during the month. During July, passenger boardings at KCI were up 3.2… Read the full news article

The Pacific Asia Travel Association presented the PATA Grand and Gold Awards 2014 during the PATA Travel Mart in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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PHNOM PENH, 2014-9-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) proudly presented the PATA Grand and Gold Awards 2014 to 21 separate organisations and individuals at a special luncheon on Friday, September 19, 2014, at Koh Pich City Hall, during the PATA Travel Mart in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. These awards have long been supported… Read the full news article

Pacific Asia Travel Association panel marked the opening session of the 6th ASEAN Tourism Investment Forum

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PHNOM PENH, 2014-9-23 — /Travel PR News/ — On Thursday, September 18, 2014, a Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) panel marked the opening session of the 6th ASEAN Tourism Investment Forum, during an afternoon of meaningful discussions on the future of tourism in the region. Moderated by PATA CEO Martin Craigs, the panel featured distinct perspectives… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton to assume management of ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa

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CHEVY CHASE, Md., 2014-9-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton will assume management of ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa on October 2, 2014. The luxury resort will become The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami marking the tenth property in the hotel company’s award-winning Florida portfolio. The 18-story glass signature designed tower overlooks the beautiful Atlantic Ocean… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group expands in Alberta with the opening of new Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites in Spruce Grove

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Convenient location for both business and leisure travelers SPRUCE GROVE, AB., 2014-9-23 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of a new Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites in Spruce Grove following an $18 million investment by the ownership group. This 79,500-square-foot property has… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group signs two flagship hotels in Portugal: InterContinental® Lisbon and Crowne Plaza® Porto

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Buckinghamshire, UK, 2014-9-23 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has announced the signing of two flagship hotels in Portugal: InterContinental® Lisbon and Crowne Plaza® Porto. Both properties will operate under management agreements between Hotelgal SA, a subsidiary of Global Hotels & Resorts, and IHG. InterContinental Lisbon… Read the full news article

Dubai International reached 6,648,058 passengers in August 2014, 10.8% increase vs last years’ August

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Dubai, UAE, 2014-9-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Passenger traffic at Dubai International bounced back from a three-month slump resulting from a major runway upgrade project which concluded on July 20, to register a record 6.6 million passengers in August 2014. The monthly passenger traffic at Dubai International reached 6,648,058 in August 2014, up 10.8 per… Read the full news article

Avis Car Rental named “Best Rent A Car Operator” at Travel Agents Association of New Zealand’s annual National Travel Industry Awards

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., and AUCKLAND, 2014-9-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Avis Car Rental was honored as the “Best Rent A Car Operator” at the recent Travel Agents Association of New Zealand (TAANZ) annual National Travel Industry Awards event, held in Auckland. “We could not be prouder of our Avis New Zealand team, and they are well-deserving… Read the full news article

Emirates to upgrade aircraft to Boeing 777-200ER on its daily service to Abuja starting from 1st October 2014

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Daily flights to operate with a Boeing 777-200ER DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-9-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Only two months after launching its operations to Abuja, Emirates, a global connector of people and places, has today announced it will upgrade the route’s operating aircraft to a Boeing 777-200ER, starting from 1st October 2014. Emirates launched a daily service… Read the full news article

Wyndham Vacation Rentals announces the appointment of Mary Lynn Clark as president of Wyndham Vacation Rentals North America

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Parsippany, N.J., 2014-9-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world’s largest professional manager of vacation rentals and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced the appointment of Mary Lynn Clark as president of Wyndham Vacation Rentals North America. As a member of the Wyndham Exchange & Rentals senior leadership… Read the full news article

WorldMark® by Wyndham expands its presence in Texas with the acquisition of Stablewood Springs Resort

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Anticipates opening to WorldMark owners and guests in early 2015 ORLANDO, Fla., 2014-9-19 — /Travel PR News/ — WorldMark® by Wyndham, one of Wyndham Vacation Ownership’s four primary consumer brands, today announced it has expanded its presence in Texas with the acquisition of Stablewood Springs Resort, located in Hunt, Texas. The resort is the Company’s second in… Read the full news article

67 hotels operated by Meliá Hotels International in Europe now part of TripAdvisor GreenLeaders programme

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  The GreenLeaders programme was launched in March in Europe, and help plan eco-friendly trips by indicating hotels that are most committed to sustainability One in ten European travellers choose a hotel based on its environmental practises Mallorca, Spain, 2014-9-19 — /Travel PR News/ — 67 of the hotels operated by Meliá Hotels International in Spain,… Read the full news article

Hyatt to sell 38 hotels to company organized by Lone Star Funds for approximately $590 million

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CHICAGO, 2014-9-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt affiliates have agreed to sell 38 hotels to a company organized by Lone Star Funds (the “Purchaser”) for approximately $590 million. The portfolio of 38 hotels (the “Hyatt Portfolio”) consists of Hyatt Place and Hyatt House hotels totaling 4,950 rooms. As… Read the full news article

Bahrain Airport Company to participate in the 20th World Routes Development Forum and Exhibition, 20th – 23rd September 2014 in Chicago

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2014-9-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the manager and operator of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), is once again gearing up to participate in the upcoming 20th World Routes Development Forum and Exhibition taking place in Chicago, USA from the 20th – 23rd September 2014. In addition to attending the summits… Read the full news article

Cargo complex Sheremetyevo implements range of infrastructure solutions to ensure the temperature control for pharmaceutical goods arriving by AirBridgeCargo

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MOSCOW, 2014-9-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Since September 2014 “Cargo complex Sheremetyevo” implemented a range of infrastructure solutions designed to ensure the temperature control for pharmaceutical goods arriving by “AirBridgeCargo” from Basel to the International airport Sheremetyevo (SVO, Moscow) Commercial Director of “Cargo complex Sheremetyevo” Dmitry Sudosiev shared the details of innovations: “The willingness of the air freighter to ensure to the customer the… Read the full news article