Portland-Kauai, Bellingham-Maui and Anchorage-Kona flights begin this month SEATTLE — 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is launching three new routes linking the West Coast and the Hawaiian Islands, with new seasonal service between Portland, Ore., and Kauai beginning Nov 5; between Bellingham, Wash., and Maui beginning Nov. 8; and between Anchorage, Alaska, and Kona on… Read the full press release
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Macau Government Tourist Office Promotes in Hong Kong the 59th Macau Grand Prix – officially sponsored by SJM
2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 59th Macau Grand Prix officially sponsored by Sociedade de Jogos de Macau, S.A. (“SJM”) is coming around the corner. Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) and Macau Grand Prix Committee (MGPC) organize the 59th Macau Grand Prix Roadshow on 3-4 November at Central Atrium of Olympian City 2 to let visitors experience… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay Presents the Lanai Cabernet Classic
Eat, drink and enjoy Lanai at inaugural food and wine festival Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resorts Lanai announces the inaugural Lanai Cabernet Classic Wine Festival, December 13-16, 2012. Epicureans and wine connoisseurs are invited to uncork the event with four oenophilic driven days of exquisite food and wine pairings matched with… Read the full press release
International tourism strong despite uncertain economy
2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — International tourist arrivals grew by 4% between January and August 2012 compared to the same period of 2011 according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. The resilience of international tourism in a continuing uncertain economy is further confirmed by the positive data on tourism earnings and expenditure. The number of international… Read the full press release
PhoCusWright Joins PATA as a Preferred Partner
Bangkok, 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce PhoCusWright as a new PATA Preferred Partner. PhoCusWright is the research authority providing information and analysis in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. It is headquartered in the United States with Asia Pacific operations based in India and local analysts on five continents…. Read the full press release
Celebrate the Festive Season at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Enjoy special holiday happenings at Sonoran Desert getaway Scottsdale, U.S.A. – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Make the season bright with Five-Diamond luxury this festive season at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, a Sonoran Desert retreat situated in the cooling foothills of Pinnacle Peak. Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale will be decked out with all the holiday trimmings. Guests can… Read the full press release
United Airlines Dreamliner Arrives in Chicago
CHICAGO, 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — United Airlines today became the first airline in North America to operate a scheduled, commercial flight of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, United Flight 1116, from Houston landed at O’Hare International Airport just before 10 a.m. CST. More than 200 smiling passengers, reporters and United employees deplaned at Gate C20 in Terminal 1 at O’Hare,… Read the full press release
Alaska Air Group Reports October Operational Results
SEATTLE — 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported October operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below. ALASKA AIRLINES – MAINLINE Alaska reported an 8.5 percent increase in traffic on a 5.1 percent increase in capacity compared to… Read the full press release
Consumers to benefit from Air New Zealand/ Cathay Pacific strategic agreement on New Zealand–Hong Kong route
2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific today announced a new strategic agreement on services operated by both airlines between New Zealand and Hong Kong, effective from 31 January 2013. Sales will commence on 12 December 2012. The agreement between the two airlines has received the required regulatory approval and is expected to… Read the full press release
British Airways-The Fan-tash-tic Flying Machine
2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s the pencil, the handlebar, the horseshoe and the trucker – these are not different types of aircraft, but various styles of moustaches that British Airways considered, before settling on the connoisseur, to decorate its Airbus A319 aircraft to support the Movember campaign! The aircraft’s facial fuzz was unveiled by British… Read the full press release
ADAC Wins Best Airport Operator of the Year Award
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) received the highest accolade from the global duty free industry by winning the Frontier Award for Best Airport Operator of the Year 2012. The award ceremony was held on 24th October at the Martinez Hotel in Cannes, France. The Frontier Awards are best… Read the full press release
GCAS and AVTECH Middle East partner to bring leading aviation modules to the Middle East
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS), the training arm of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), and AVTECH Middle East signed a partnership agreement at GCAS headquarters in Abu Dhabi last week. The agreement will facilitate the offering of leading aviation training modules for the first time in… Read the full press release
DoubleTree by Hilton Signs its Third Scottish Hotel
Hilton Worldwide’s Fastest Growing Full-Service Brand Continues its Rapid Growth across the UK DUNDEE, Scotland – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with BDL Select Operations Limited, to open DoubleTree by Hilton Dundee, the brand’s third property in Scotland, joining hotels in Dunblane and Aberdeen. The deal will… Read the full press release
Jordan Hosts The 32nd International Academy Of Pathology Conference In 2018 At King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre Managed By Hilton
DEAD SEA – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Academy of Pathology recently selected Jordan, and King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”) as the destination for its 32nd International Academy of Pathology Conference scheduled for 2018. Dr. Ismail Matalka, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the Jordan University of Science… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines предлагает специальные тарифы бизнес-класса
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines с 1 ноября по 15 декабря 2012 года проводит акцию, в рамках которой предлагает специальные тарифы на перелет в бизнес-классе из Москвы в семь городов России. Оценить преимущества бизнес-класса S7 Airlines в этот период можно с экономией до 50% по сравнению с обычным тарифом. Специальные тарифы доступны при покупке билета… Read the full press release
Estonian Air to suspend Joensuu, Tartu and Helsinki routes
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Estonian Air will change its course of action which focuses on important core destinations for Estonia with a real demand. Due to that Estonian Air suspends flights to Joensuu, Tartu and Helsinki. From 27 December 2012, Estonian Air will suspend flights between Tallinn and Joensuu. Between 13 November and 27 December 2012,… Read the full press release
Jersey – Bus Timetable Changes proposed for January
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — In partnership with new bus operator CT Plus Jersey, the Minister for Transport and Technical Services is putting forward alterations to bus timetables from 2 January 2013, as the first stage in a series of proposed changes towards a vision of a better bus service that meets the needs of Jersey. Most… Read the full press release
New research to help Australian tourism reach its potential
Key facts A major international tourism research project into how global consumers view Australia and what most motivates them to visit has been unveiled by Tourism Australia, identifying the barriers and ‘triggers’ to travel to our country. The original research, commissioned by Tourism Australia and conducted by leading marketing research consultancy BDA Marketing Planning, was… Read the full press release
Новые международные рейсы S7 Airlines из Новосибирска
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines объявляет об открытии новых рейсов из Новосибирска – в Гонконг и Фергану. Полеты по маршруту Новосибирск — Гонконг выполняются с 29 октября 2012 года с периодичностью два раза в неделю. Вылет из Новосибирска – по понедельникам в 01:15 и средам в 22:35. Обратный рейс вылетает из Гонконга в понедельник в… Read the full press release
Malaysia Airlines станет участником альянса oneworld 1 февраля 2013 года
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Malaysia Airlines присоединится к глобальному авиационному альянсуoneworld® 1 февраля 2013 года. Национальная авиакомпания Малайзии получила право на вступление в альянс после успешного завершения аудита, проведенного специалистами альянса и авиакомпании Qantas, выступающей спонсором вступления. Malaysia Airlines расширит маршрутную сеть альянса в Юго-Восточной Азии, добавив в карту полетов oneworld 14 новых направлений и одну страну… Read the full press release
Flybe’s Winter Getaway Bargains take to the skies from Jersey
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading regional airline starts its 2012-13 winter schedule with a choice of nine routes including up to 56 flights a week to London Gatwick and brand new service to East Midlands Airport. Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, starts operating its 2012-13 Winter programme this Sunday (October 28th) from Jersey Airport with a… Read the full press release
VisitBritain: THE WORLD’S BIGGEST INVITE TAKES OFF
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following on from the success of hosting the world’s largest and most watched sporting extravaganza, a new multi-million pound joint marketing push from British Airways and VisitBritain has been launched today. Its aim is simple – to boost inbound visitors from a number of key markets vital to the UK economy. ‘The… Read the full press release
Australian tourism industry moving in right direction
Key facts Details of Australia’s biggest ever global youth campaign and new consumer insights – were key highlights of the peak annual Australian Tourism Directions Conference, held today at Parliament House, Canberra. Over 300 industry leaders were told that Tourism Australia will build on the work it does with the global youth market as part… Read the full press release
Silversea Introduces New Silver Privilege Fares and Fare Guarantee Programme
Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is rolling out new Silver Privilege fares on all voyages, effective today 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Silver Privilege fares are structured to make the cruise buying decision easier by offering guests one simple low fare for their desired suite. These new cruise-only fares will reward guests who book early with the best possible fare and the… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines переходит на зимнее расписание полётов
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines объявляет о введении с 28 октября 2012 года зимнего расписания полетов, которое будет действовать по 30 марта 2013 года. Авиакомпания будет выполнять рейсы в 25 стран мира по 119 направлениям. В период действия зимнего расписания пассажиров S7 Airlines ждут новые маршруты для путешествий. C 29 октября с периодичностью два раза… Read the full press release
EnglandExpert.com – Making England the Specialist Subject of Choice
VisitEngland’s New Online Training Scheme Sees 100 sign-ups in its First Week 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Earlier this month at the ABTA Convention 2012, VisitEngland demonstrated its commitment to the travel trade by launching a new, comprehensive strategy aimed at inspiring and supporting travel agents and operators to sell more English holidays than ever before. Fundamental… Read the full press release
A “SNAPSHOT” OF DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS’ HISTORICAL EVOLUTION
PHOTOS FOR EXHIBITION INCLUDE VINTAGE HOTELS, STORES, AERIAL VIEWS AND STREET LEVEL SHOTS LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — From the archives of the Las Vegas News Bureau comes a rare look at Downtown Las Vegas as it appeared in the 1950s. Photographs of hotels, local businesses and storefronts comprise this unique collection now on display… Read the full press release
Flybe calls on Gatwick Airport to explain increased costs
Europe’s largest regional airline is serial recipient of ‘Gatwick Gold’ for on-time performance yet penalised with rising airport costs 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Having, for the fifth consecutive Quarter, been the recipient of London Gatwick Airport’s Gold Award for on-time punctuality, Flybe has once more renewed its call on the airport’s owners to explain why they… Read the full press release
AAAE Reorganization Creates Government, Meetings/International Business Units To Better Focus On Core Member Needs
Alexandria, Va. — 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) CEO Charles Barclay announced today that he is reorganizing AAAE to acknowledge the reality of its growth into significant, varied business lines to better serve the association’s members. The reorganization creates two new business lines, AAAE Gov and AAAE Meetings and International, and names… Read the full press release
Cairns Airport – WELCOME CHINA EASTERN
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The red carpet will be rolled out at Cairns Airport tomorrow morning to welcome the inaugural China Eastern Airlines flight on the new scheduled service non-stop from Shanghai. The flight is due to arrive at 8:00am. Special guests to be officially welcomed by Chairman of North Queensland Airports, Marcela Zeman, at a function to… Read the full press release