2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitBritain can today announce the re-launch of its free image library www.visitbritainimages.com where thousands of high quality inspiring images will be available for media and the travel industry. Press and trade will have access to dedicated areas with a refreshed collection of 3,500 photos. These pages will showcase featured images and Press will… Read the full press release
Full story My thanks to Martin Ferguson for his leadership of our industry since 2007. 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Along with his many achievements, he has been a passionate advocate for quality – in terms of the Australian product, service and, of course, our marketing. These sentiments align perfectly with where Tourism Australia sees the future…. Read the full press release
Bangkok, 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Authority of Thailand’s executives welcomed the group of New Zealand Beauty Contestants 2012; Miss Talia Bennette (Miss Universe New Zealand), Miss Lauren Mann (the First Runner-Up and Miss Wellington), and Miss Jennifer Lambly (The Second Runner-Up and Miss Auckland) while theirvisiting Thailand during 19-25 October 2012. Mr. Suraphon said, “Celebrity… Read the full press release
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Revinate received some nice press coverage today by Heather Clancy at ZDNet. The article focuses on how Revinate helps small hotels manage their online reputation and includes customer commentary from James Lim at Joie de Vivre, one of our first clients. Read the story at ZDNet. ###
2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has unveiled an extensive line-up of worldwide voyages for 2014. Over 200 diverse sailings, visiting more than 500 destinations on seven continents, are now open for reservations. Among the highlights are: Fare Guarantee Programme : Providing guests with the peace of mind in knowing that when they plan ahead and book… Read the full press release
Knott’s Announces New Additions and Season Pass Prices BUENA PARK, CA – 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — In their continued efforts to re-invest in their property and enhance guest experience, Knott’s Berry Farm will debut new family attractions to the theme park’s Boardwalk section during the summer of 2013. This multi-million dollar development will include three attractions designed… Read the full press release
Portion of Hersheypark in the Dark Ticket Sales Will Be Donated to Assist Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts Hershey, PA – 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R) is proud to announce a partnership with the American Red Cross to help assist those throughout the Northeast affected by Hurricane Sandy. HE&R will be donating $5 from every ticket… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Finavia has appointed Liisa Sallinen as the new Airport Manager at Oulun Airport, starting from 1 November. Sallinen moves to the position from within Finavia. She has previously worked as the Airport Manager at Kuusamo Airport. Sallinen also has considerable experience of developing and implementing airport services at Helsinki Airport. ”Liisa Sallinen has solid… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting from October 2012, China Airlines (CAL) flights from Taipei to Frankfurt will serve in-flight delicacies labelled with their carbon footprint and calorie content. The new initiative will rise environmental awareness of passengers by providing information on in-flight meals’ environmental and health effects. CAL is the first airline in the world to… Read the full press release
NEW YORK – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chuck Purrington, the winner of the Julia Child 100th Anniversary Sweepstakes, is saying au revoir to Fountain Valley, California, and bonjour to Warwick Champs-Elysées Hotel in Paris. As part of the month-long celebration of the mealtime matriarch held at U.S.-based Warwick Hotels, Purrington is receiving a 5-night complimentary stay… Read the full press release
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:WYN) today announced that it has completed a term securitization transaction involving the issuance of $275 million of asset-backed notes. Sierra Timeshare 2012-3 Receivables Funding LLC issued $209 million of A rated notes and $66 million of BBB rated notes. The notes were backed by vacation ownership loans… Read the full press release
The upscale boutique hotel brand invites consumers to share photos of their local favorites for a chance to win a Hotel Indigo neighborhood experience ATLANTA – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Every neighborhood has a story, from the “Visual Music” of Midtown Atlanta and “The Scent of Style” in New York’s Chelsea to the “Vaulted Treasures” of London’s Tower Hill. IHG’s upscale boutique hotel brand, Hotel… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Finavia Corporation continues to develop the airport terminal in Oulu. Finavia will begin renewing the services and facilities for departing passengers at Oulu airport in the New Year. The aim is to improve customer service by improving the efficiency of the airport’s departure hall. The estimated cost of the project is approximately… Read the full press release
Renaissance Hotels & Autograph Collection Lead the Way as Company Inspires New Generation of Global Talent 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sixteen participants representing eight countries and four Marriott International brands including JW Marriott Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels, and Courtyard by Marriott gathered for an exclusive program at the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong in Thailand… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — EVA Air and Airbus held a delivery ceremony for the carrier’s first A321-200 (registration number B-16201) in Hamburg today. Airbus especially arranged a traditional German dancing performance in the event. EVA President K.W. Chang, Airbus Senior Vice President (Asia), Jean-Francois Laval, GE Aviation General Manager of Greater China and Mongolia, Weiming Xiang,… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting from November 1, Taiwanese passport holders are eligible to travel to the United States for tourism or business purpose, for stays of 90 days or less under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). As China Airlines flight CI006 departing for Los Angeles at 17:10 was the first direct flight from Taiwan to… Read the full press release
Washington, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) and STR have joined forces to create the first Food & Beverage STAR Benchmark Report. Created by the AH&LA Food & Beverage Council to develop a standard language or metric that quantifies hotel F&B revenues, the report eventually will enable hoteliers to benchmark against… Read the full press release
Essential Travel Announce Helmet Wearing Mandatory for Wintersport Insurance Cover 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Research by travel insurance specialist, Essential Travel, has revealed that 77% of skiers/snowboarders are now wearing helmets when they hit the slopes – a 15% increase since 2010 when the “Use Your Head”campaign was launched. The poll also confirmed that of these, 73%… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — To the delight of local foodies, Hotel ICON will welcome the return of renowned Swedish Chef Henrik Norström, Michelin-honoured and silver place winner of the culinary world’s most prestigious competition, Bocuse d’Or. Supported by the Consulate General of Sweden and the Swedish Trade Council in Hong Kong, Chef Norström will revisit Hong Kong… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines will increase services between Singapore and the Danish capital Copenhagen, following final regulatory approval for a joint venture with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS). SIA currently operates three weekly flights between Singapore and Copenhagen. Subject to airport slot availability, frequency will increase to five flights per week from 31 March 2013. Star… Read the full press release
Editor’s Synopsis (Jet Airways and Jetlite combined): 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Q2 FY13 Total Revenue (combined) of Rs. 46,266 million or US $ 875.3 million up by 24.2%, EBITDAR of Rs.6,668 million or US $ 126.2 million for Q2 FY13 vs. Rs. 1,466 or US $ 29.9 million for same period last year, up by 355%… Read the full press release
CRAIOVA GETS LOW-FARES TO/FROM MILAN 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced it will start flying from Craiova to/from Milan Bergamo from 20th May 2013. Wizz Air’s newest Romanian low-fare route, which initially will operate twice weekly (Mondays and Friday), will carry over 30,000 passengers per… Read the full press release
Washington, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) annual Big Apple Auction, which includes more than 350 items, is live (www.ahlef.org). The auction will remain open for bidding through Tuesday, November 13, at 3 pm (EDT). Held in conjunction with the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show (IHMRS), at booth #3157… Read the full press release
Iberia mantendrá en exclusiva los componentes de la flota CRJ1000 de la compañía aérea Garuda Indonesia El contrato tendrá una duración de cinco años e incluye el acceso al pool de repuestos de Iberia Madrid, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Richard Budihadianto, presidente y consejero delegado de GMF Aero Asia, la división de mantenimiento de la compañía aérea Garuda Indonesia,… Read the full press release
Art exhibit leaves unforgettable impression of city’s rich history ATLANTA – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Have you ever wished you could turn back the hands of time? Well, travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport now can explore eight decades of Atlanta’s past in “A Walk Through Atlanta History,” a unique, multimedia exhibit in the Transportation Mall between… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport is teaming up with food travel experts, Select Service Partners, and local entrepreneurs, BeepTreat, to trial new technology in the terminal’s cafés, bars and restaurants. The BeepTreat system gives passengers access to offers and discounts using their mobile smartphone and enables loyalty points to be collected in the process. Available… Read the full press release
Port-of-Spain, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Caribbean Airlines, World Travel Awards winner ‘The Leading Caribbean Airline 2012’ – for the third year in a row, is pleased to announce that its wide-body 767-ER300 aircraft will begin operations between Piarco, Trinidad and Pearson International Airport, Toronto from Saturday 3rd, November 2012. The airline extends thanks to the Trinidad and… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kenya Airways releases its operating results for the second quarter ended 30th September 2012. The company put into the market capacity totalling 3,817m seat kilometres which was 4.9% above last year’s level. There were new destinations launched: Delhi (India) – May 2012, Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) – Oct 2011 and Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) –… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines is to acquire a 10% stake in Virgin Australia in an agreement that will further strengthen ties between the two partner airlines. The strategic stake will be acquired through a placement of new shares by Virgin Australia Holdings. Singapore Airlines will purchase 245.57 million shares at 42.88 Australian cents per… Read the full press release
New route cements low-cost airline’s position as the Middle East’s number one carrier serving Central & Eastern Europe Dubai, UAE, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — flydubai, Dubai’s innovative low-cost airline, has inaugurated services to its latest destination in Central & Eastern Europe – Bucharest, the capital of Romania. The inaugural flight, FZ797, departed Dubai Terminal 2 at… Read the full press release