2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport [LCY] has appointed Rachel Ness as Director of Infrastructure, Strategy and Planning, strengthening its management team ahead of submitting an application to develop its infrastructure. Rachel joins from Covanta Energy where she was Director of Planning. A qualified planner with a wealth of experience gained over nearly 20 years,… Read the full press release
Airport makes history with record-breaking 95 million passengers, highest total for any aviation hub ATLANTA – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The numbers are in! For the 15th consecutive year, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has retained the title of world’s busiest airport. Aviation officials reported passenger traffic increased by more than 3.1 million passengers in 2012, making 2012… Read the full press release
Significant Construction Milestones Ahead in 2013; Dual-Level Roadway Canopy Installation Under Way SAN DIEGO – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Construction on The Green Build Terminal 2 expansion continues to move forward on time and on budget, looking toward a grand opening this summer. To date, nearly 6,000 workers have had a role in The Green Build, the largest construction… Read the full press release
Los Angeles, California – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today approved the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the LAX Specific Plan Amendment Study (SPAS), including the Final LAX SPAS Report; the Staff-Recommended Alternative; and amendments to the LAX Plan and LAX Specific Plan. The Board also certified that the Draft… Read the full press release
A comprehensive report released today has defined the modal and environmental advantages of using marine shipping to transport goods in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway region. Washington, D.C. – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — A comprehensive report released today has defined the modal and environmental advantages of using marine shipping to transport goods in the Great… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the introduction of Boeing 777 operations on their non-stop services from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Islamabad from 13 March, 2013. This larger aircraft, renowned for its comfort and spaciousness, will offer enhanced cabin facilities providing 35 business class seats and 294 in economy. Passengers in… Read the full press release
Award-winning Spa partners with Vail-based Crazy Mountain Brewing Company to feature beer-infused, male-centric treatments Vail, U.S.A. – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Vail, a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Spa, announces its new Brew & Renew offering for male patrons. The Spa has partnered with Vail-based Crazy Mountain Brewing Company, Vail Valley’s first production brewery, to create these… Read the full press release
Faster, sleeker, more visual access to unbeatable travel and leisure deals NEW YORK, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, today launched its second-generation iPhone app, giving on-the-go travelers even easier access to its outstanding deals. The new simplified app, which features “Today’s Best Deals” and Top 20® on the home screen, gives users… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Get the latest info on the CTC and Canadian tourism industry. This time: visiting Canada from the Philippines. Hi BizWiz I want to visit Canada to see my boyfriend. What do I need to come there? And what papers do I need to visit him? I am from the Philippines. Thanks, Cherry… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oman Air is further expanding its fleet of Boeing 737-800s with the introduction of two additional aircraft, bringing the airline’s total fleet strength to 30. The expansion follows shortly after the Sultanate of Oman and India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to meet the increased demand for air services between the… Read the full press release
Decadent Chocolate, Cool Veuve Clicquot Champagne and Hot Jazz. WASHINGTON, D.C. – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. will host an unforgettable Valentine’s evening featuring a live performance by renowned #1 Billboard jazz artist and 5 time Grammy considered artist, Ski Johnson. Hosted in one of the hotel’s elegant private rooms the location will set… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Air France teams will be involved in several special events to celebrate the year of the snake with customers travelling to and from China. THE CHINESE NEW YEAR IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT PARIS-CHARLES DE GAULLE At Paris-Charles de Gaulle, the festivities will start on Friday 8… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, Scotland’s largest airline, will introduce the first direct flight between Edinburgh and London Southend from 2 May 2013. The new link will operate six times per week from Edinburgh Airport and fares go on sale today (7 February) starting from £31.49 one way*. The additional flights mean easyJet now provide over 10,000… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Edinburgh and Belfast have flown into the top ten list of favourite Valentine’s destinations for Gatwick Airport passengers this year, with the two British cities coming third and seventh respectively in the airport’s top ten. Surprisingly, traditional romantic hotspots such as Venice and Rome did not feature at all in the top… Read the full press release
Las Vegas rolls the dice with a new campaign, Australia reaches for the skies and BRIC shoppers line up at the tills. 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) is one of many major players in the high stakes world of international tourism. Like a big casino, the tourism marketplace is crowded with risk-takers looking to get… Read the full press release
Luxury Hospitality Brand to Open 700-Room Property, Largest in Bangladesh 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International today signed an agreement with Jamuna Builders Limited to operate the 700-room JW Marriott Hotel Dhaka. Jamuna Builders Limited is a real estate sister concern of the Jamuna Group – Bangladesh’s largest diversified conglomerate. JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts is Marriott… Read the full press release
Madrid, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The fourth edition of the Investment and Tourism Business Forum (INVESTOUR) addressed cooperation and business opportunities between Spain and Africa. Celebrated on the occasion of the Madrid International Tourism Fair (FITUR), INVESTOUR 2013 brought together representatives from 33 African countries and over 50 Spanish entrepreneurs. (FITUR, 31 January) An initiative of UNWTO,… Read the full press release
Orlando, Fla., 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hard Rock International – with hotel locations from Bali to Cancun, San Diego to Singapore and Chicago to Macau – announces plans to open Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs in Fall 2013, bringing the legendary Hard Rock vibe to one of Southern California’s hottest vacation destinations. Hard Rock International, in collaboration with Kittridge… Read the full press release
Community Meet and Greet Planned MESA, Ariz., 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority announced today the three final candidates for the Executive Director position. Izzy Bonilla, Deputy Director at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, joins two internal candidates, Casey Denny, Gateway Airport Deputy Director and Jane Morris, Gateway Airport Director – Special Projects. All three candidates are… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hotels continue to see a steady increase in occupancy and revenue performance, according to data from the January 2013 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). When looking at Q1 2013 through Q4 2013, the current outlook is for moderate growth, with continued improvement in average daily rate (ADR) being the… Read the full press release
Warsaw, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, the Supervisory Board of LOT Polish Airlines has decided to appoint to the position of CEO – Sebastian Mikosz. It is a great satisfaction and responsibility that the Supervisory Board of LOT Polish Airlines has given me a credit and entrusted me the management of the company. I’m ready to take… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) today announced several executive changes as part of an overall effort to better streamline the Company’s organizational structure. Dave Ridley has taken on a new role as Senior Vice President Business Development. In this position, Ridley will focus on assignments that aid the development of our future business strategy and… Read the full press release
2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today reopened the First Class Lounge in The Wing, the airline’s flagship lounge at Hong Kong International Airport, following an extensive renovation. The newly opened 1,697-square-metre lounge, together with the Business Class Lounge, where renovations were completed last year, offers unparalleled levels of comfort and service to passengers flying out… Read the full press release
Key phrase of the week: Learning from nature 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two Lufthansa Airbus A340-300s are taking part in a very special mission as part of a trial scheduled to run until summer 2013. Eight 10 x 10 cm test patches have been placed on the fuselage and leading edge of the wings of each Airbus… Read the full press release
79.6M PAX CARRIED IN 12 MONTHS TO JAN 13 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (5 Feb) released passenger and load factor stats for Jan 2013, with its monthly traffic falling – as previously guided – by 50,000 (-1%) over Jan 2012 as Ryanair grounded up to 80 aircraft following the busy… Read the full press release
George Harb appointed to lead strategic opportunities in the region Beijing, China and Hong Kong, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has announced the appointment of George Harb as its new Managing Director for China, responsible for the development of strategic business opportunities for Travelport in this high-growth region…. Read the full press release
The new 770 square metre facility marks the launch of the first PPP at Abu Dhabi Airports Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), the operator of Al Bateen Executive Airport, the dedicated business aviation airport in the Middle East, and gategroup of Switzerland, today officially opened the ‘Executive Gourmet’ catering… Read the full press release
Atlanta, 2013-02-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a long-term IT services partnership with the Netherlands’ low-cost carrier transavia.com, an independently operated member of the Air France/KLM Group. transavia.com has adopted the Travelport ETDBase™, a global e-ticket database hosting service, and joined the Travelport E-Ticket Interchange to fully support… Read the full press release
In its drive to implement aviation best practice internationally Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an Initiative to support the global drive to Further develop the aviation industry, Abu Dhabi Airports Company signed last week and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airport Council International (ACI) to partner with the council in their latest Safety… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2013-02-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported January operational results for its mainline and consolidated operations. Detailed information is provided below. ALASKA AIRLINES – MAINLINE Alaska reported an 11.8 percent increase in traffic on a 12.2 percent increase in capacity compared to January 2012. This resulted in a 0.2-point decrease in… Read the full press release