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Hilton Mumbai International Airport Announces The Reopening Of Flames Restaurant Offering An Innovative Approach To Indian Cuisine

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Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the reopening of its popular seasonal restaurant, Flames. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

MUMBAI – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the reopening of its popular seasonal restaurant, Flames. Located at the poolside, the restaurant offers the best of al fresco dining and an extensive menu of innovative Indian preparations like Chapli Kebab, lamb mince kebabs flavoured with dried pomegranate, and Malmali Vegetable Galouti Kebab,… Read the full press release

WIZZ AIR CONFIRMS TERMINAL BUS SERVICE AT BUDAPEST AIRPORT

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Current airport walking and tent boarding don’t meet Wizz Air’s safety and service standards   2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, Hungary’s low-cost, low-fare airline, today confirmed its return to bussing passengers during boarding and disembarkation of all its Budapest flights from tomorrow, 13th November. Over the last week the airline has tested a low-cost facility proposed by Budapest… Read the full press release

Air New Zealand, New Sydney check-in kiosks will save passengers time

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2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air New Zealand is the first airline to offer all international passengers departing Sydney International Airport for trans-Tasman and Pacific Island destinations fast track kiosk check-in facilities. From today, passengers can simply scan their machine readable passports at a kiosk to be issued with a boarding pass, and bag tags in a process that… Read the full press release

Passengers have chosen a retro livery for Aeroflot aircraft

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Passengers have chosen a retro livery for Aeroflot aircraft

2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — On November 12, 2012 the open Internet voting for Aeroflot new aircraft retro livery was finished. Celebrating the company’s 90-th Anniversary, an airplane in a heritage livery will join the Aeroflot fleet in 2013. In the middle of this summer Aeroflot addressed to its passengers through social networks, asking about their vision… Read the full press release

HYATT ANNOUNCES PURCHASE OF HYATT REGENCY BIRMINGHAM

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CHICAGO,  2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has purchased the Hyatt Regency Birmingham hotel in the United Kingdom for approximately USD$43 million. The hotel has operated as Hyatt Regency Birmingham since its opening in 1990. Through its affiliates, Hyatt was one of the original co-owners, and since 2002 the hotel… Read the full press release

RONALD VLASIC INDUCTED AS 2013 AH&LA CHAIR

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New York, 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ronald Vlasic, CHA, regional vice president of hotels, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, outlined his agenda for the coming year at the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Inaugural Gala held at the Plaza Hotel on Sunday, November 11. He told an audience of top lodging leaders, “Our industry moves fast… Read the full press release

Hays Travel switches to Travelport

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Iconic travel brand partners with Travelport to fuel next chapter in growth Langley, 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport has announced that Hays Travel, the UK’s largest Independent travel retailer, has signed a contract to move its GDS business to Travelport. In addition to providing Hays with air and hotel content, Travelport will also provide Hays with access… Read the full press release

Hilton Kuala Lumpur Sweeps Regional Awards

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Hilton Kuala Lumpur continues to top the list as one of Kuala Lumpur's best business and city hotels after sweeping a number of regional and local awards that are designed to recognize key players in the industry. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Hotel Tops “Best Business And City Hotel” Categories In Prestigious Regional Travel Industry Awards KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Kuala Lumpur continues to top the list as one of Kuala Lumpur’s best business and city hotels after sweeping a number of regional and local awards that are designed to recognize key players… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport: slight decrease in passenger numbers and cargo volume in October

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Passengers 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In October Brussels Airport welcomed 1,648,000 passengers, 1.6% down on the same month last year. This minor decrease is explained by the announced rationalisation on the intra-European network operated by Brussels Airlines, the slightly disappointing traffic figures during the autumn mid-term holidays and the impact of hurricane Sandy, which caused 18… Read the full press release

Gatwick, Buy early and buy in bulk – Christmas shopping strategies for this year

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Financial considerations prompt Brits to adapt their approach to seasonal spend Festive fast movers: 49% have already started stocking up on Christmas presents Bulk benefits: 33% of Brits buy the same present for more than one person Christmas cut backs: 30% will spend less on gifts in 2012 while 16% are only buying for kids… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Invites Guests to Travel in Style with Free Wi-Fi in Limosines

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Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Invites Guests to Travel in Style with Free Wi-Fi in Limosines

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Guests at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre can look forward to a luxurious and convenient travel experience with the Hotel’s limousine fleet now offering complimentary Wi-Fi en route. Whether heading to or from the airport, to a corporate event or business meeting, busy executives on a packed schedule… Read the full press release

Oman Air Celebrates National Day with Huge Discounts to 39 Destinations

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Oman Air Celebrates National Day with Huge Discounts to 39 Destinations

2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oman Air is to celebrate Oman National Day on 18th November with a special promotion that offers 18% off return flights from Oman to 39 international destinations around its global network. The 18% discount will apply to all fares on both Business and Economy Class return flights. Tickets will be on sale… Read the full press release

Hard Rock International Welcomes Hard Rock Hotel Cancun, An All Inclusive Experience, To Growing Hotel Portfolio

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Orlando, Fla. – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hard Rock International – with hotel locations from Bali and San Diego to Singapore and Macau – announced the official grand opening of Hard Rock Hotel Cancun on Oct. 18 – 21, 2012, where guests enjoyed behind the velvet rope access to the legendary guitar smash and performances by… Read the full press release

Sir Richard Branson visits Virgin Galactic employees in Mojave, CA

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Sir Richard Branson and the hard-working rock stars of rocket science who built SpaceShipTwo and WhiteKnightTwo

And applauds unique achievements and re-names spaceship manufacturing company 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, today dropped into his Mojave, Calif.-based Virgin Galactic space company as part of a visit to the Los Angeles area. During his visit, Sir Richard, accompanied by his daughter, Holly, toured the extensive facilities and… Read the full press release

Ryanair Calls For EU ETS To Be Scrapped After Foreign Airlines Refuse To Pay

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ETS ‘EXEMPTION’ MAKES EU AVIATION UNCOMPETITIVE 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (12 Nov) called on the EU to scrap its failed EU ETS scheme, after it was forced to ‘exempt’ foreign airlines from the scheme after staunch opposition from US and Asian airlines and governments. Ryanair, which is Europe’s greenest,… Read the full press release

Härth Warms Up Guests With New Fall Menu At Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

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Härth restaurant is excited to launch their new menu with dishes and specialty drinks that showcase farm fresh ingredients from Virginia. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Local Dishes and Drinks Sure to Heat Up Appetites MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Härth restaurant is excited to launch their new menu with dishes and specialty drinks that showcase farm fresh ingredients from Virginia. Executive Chef Thomas Elder continues to emphasize the utilization of sustainable ingredients, putting quality and freshness at the forefront…. Read the full press release

Marriott and Ritz-Carlton Hotels Impacted by Hurricane Sandy Reopen; Focus Remains on Relief

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Marriott International and The J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation Donate $500,000 for Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief • $250,000 in immediate relief through the American Red Cross • $250,000 pledged for longer-term recovery • Customers and associates mobilized in the effort 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Just weeks after Hurricane Sandy moved through the Caribbean and along the Eastern… Read the full press release

On-Airport Parking at Logan Scarce During Peak Business Travel

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Demand for On-Airport Parking at Boston Logan Makes Available Spaces Exceedingly Scarce  Travelers advised to leave cars at home and take Mass Transit BOSTON – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) today advised travelers that on-airport parking at Boston Logan International Airport is exceedingly scarce because of high demand as business travel peaks… Read the full press release

GBTA Foundation, Project ICARUS Announces Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards for 2013

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Project ICARUS is Looking to Recognize Outstanding Achievements in Furthering Business Travel and Meetings Sustainability Programs Alexandria, VA –  2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The GBTA Foundation, the education and research foundation of the GBTA and Project ICARUS proudly announce the first Outstanding Achievement Awards for Sustainability in business travel and meetings across North America. The Project… Read the full press release

EU ETS Pause Gives Positive Opportunity for Climate Agreement

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Geneva – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the announcement by the European Commissioner for Climate Action suspending the inclusion of international aviation in the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS). “Commissioner Connie Hedegaard’s announcement that she has ‘stopped the clock’ on the imposition of the EU ETS on flights… Read the full press release

JAL to Serve San Diego Daily from March 1, 2013 ; Commemorates Inaugural Launch with Exclusive In-Flight Menu

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JAL to Serve San Diego Daily from March 1, 2013 ; Commemorates Inaugural Launch with Exclusive In-Flight Menu

TOKYO,  2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) is launching the first-ever nonstop service between San Diego and Asia on December 2, 2012 with the 787 Dreamliner aircraft, starting with four weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays initially. From March 1, 2013, JAL will increase the frequency to once daily and customers can make… Read the full press release

Whale Watching Four Seasons Resort Maui Style Set for Winter Season 2012-13

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Whale Watching Four Seasons Resort Maui Style Set for Winter Season 2012-13

Even migrating humpback whales know Maui’s only Forbes Five-Star Resort is the best place to visit for vacation to Hawaii Hawaii, Maui, U.S.A. – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea announces this season’s first sightings of the majestic, acrobatic humpback whales singing their amazing songs in the warm, deep blue Pacific Ocean visible… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific expands cargo network with new freighter service to Colombo

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2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced the launch of a new weekly freighter service to Colombo in Sri Lanka commencing 2 December 2012 (subject to government approval). The new service will expand Cathay Pacific’s cargo presence in the South Asia region and give shippers in Sri Lanka greater choice and flexibility for connecting… Read the full press release

airberlin Escape the winter blues

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airberlin Escape the winter blues

2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — To brighten dark winter days for sun-worshippers, airberlin is offering a million additional tickets to sunny destinations from 13th to 15th November. Medium-haul flights to Madeira, for example, can be booked from only 99 euros per person per route. Those who want to escape the winter completely will enjoy Varadero or Cancun…. Read the full press release

Iconic JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai Opens Its Doors to Guests

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Iconic JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai Opens Its Doors to Guests

2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The highly anticipated 5-star JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in Dubai has opened its doors to welcome its first guests. Officially recognised as the world’s tallest hotel at a height of 355 metres, only 26 metres short of the Empire State Building, New York, the JW Marriott Marquis is Dubai’s first world-class convention… Read the full press release

First Anniversary of Travelport Developer Network: Program Provides Commercial and Support Framework to Engage Third Party Developers

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Among Anniversary Milestones: Sharp Membership Growth, Development of Innovative Solutions Including Fluential Mobile App to be Featured at PhoCusWright Travel Innovation Summit Atanta, 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today marks the one-year anniversary of its Travelport Developer Network . Travelport’s Developer Network enables third party developer members to… Read the full press release

Ryanair Calls On Transport Minister To Address Dublin Airport’s Failure As CAR Confirms T1 Security Delays May Remain Until 2015

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ONLY HALF OF T1 SECURITY UNITS OPEN AT PEAK TIMES – HUNDREDS “GATHERING” AT SECURITY EVERY DAY 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (11Nov) warned Dublin Airport passengers that they are facing 3 years of security delays at T1after the Commission for Aviation Regulation confirmed a review of the DAA’s service… Read the full press release

SOFITEL ANNOUNCES A NEW FLAGSHIP HOTEL IN RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA WITH THE KING ABDULLAH INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR HUMANITARIAN ACTIVITIES

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Jeddah, 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Representatives of the King Abdullah International Foundation and Sofitel, the luxury brand of French Hotel Group Accor, gathered in Jeddah to commemorate the signing of a management contract of a Sofitel hotel in Riyadh, in the presence of HRH Prince Khalid ibn „Abdullah ibn „Abdulaziz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Foundation and… Read the full press release

Concur Announces Investment in Evature

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Evature’s natural-language search technology to be integrated into Concur solutions to drive Concur’s vision for The Perfect Trip Redmond, Wash., 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), a leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions, today announced that it has made a $2 million investment in Evature, the developer of the Expert Virtual Agent (EVA) which provides… Read the full press release

Metrolink’s 16th Annual Holiday Toy Express kicks off 2012 holiday season, Friday, Nov. 16

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Festive train making 42 stops across region in November and December LOS ANGELES – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink rings in the holidays with the Holiday Toy Express, Santa’s glittering train, debuting on Friday, Nov. 16 at Los Angeles Union Station, hosted by Metro. The official kickoff is on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. in San… Read the full press release