Regional carrier’s head office will be in Calgary CALGARY, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — WestJet today announced that Calgary will be home to WestJet Encore’s headquarters. The decision was made after a thorough review of various airports and a variety of factors. With consideration to the operational needs of WestJet Encore during its initial launch phase and… Read the full press release
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Inaugural Flight Takes Off From London City Airport to Munster-Osnabruck
European airline CityJet has launched its first route into Germany from London City Airport [LCY] 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The inaugural flight departed from LCY to Münster-Osnabrück on Monday [29 October]. The new service will offer daily flights to the northern city of Münster, which is the sustainable energy and green capital of Germany and neighbour to the… Read the full press release
KCI Airport Passenger Traffic Down 10.2 Percent in September
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The City of Kansas City, Mo., Aviation Department reports that Kansas City International Airport recorded 755,073 passengers arriving and departing through its gates in September, which represents a decrease of 10.2 percent from September 2011. Passenger boardings at KCI were down 10.4 percent, with a total of 377,984 during September. For the… Read the full press release
Lorena Garcia Tapas Bar opens at Hartsfield-Jackson
Celebrity chef’s culinary creations available in international terminal ATLANTA – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelers through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport now have the opportunity to sample the unique work of renowned celebrity chef Lorena Garcia, whose cuisine has been featured on “Top Chef All-Stars” and “The Biggest Loser.” Airport officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning to… Read the full press release
Christchurch Airport: EARLY CHRISTMAS GIFT COMING BY AIR
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The airline has just announced it is gifting 1500 free one-way airfares to encourage Christmas shopping in Christchurch, or help Christchurch people take a break. Christchurch Airport Chief Executive Jim Boult describes the gesture as a fine example of Christmas spirit. “Air New Zealand is bringing Christmas to Christchurch early and I’m… Read the full press release
EASYJET MARKS MAJOR MILESTONE – THE AIRLINE’S 100TH ROUTE LAUNCHES AT LONDON GATWICK
Moscow bolsters business schedule from the London airport Summer 2013 flights on sale with four new destinations 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, announced today that it will reach the landmark of flying more than 100 routes from London Gatwick Airport. The airline also revealed last week that it has been successfully awarded… Read the full press release
Gatwick welcomes the launch of the Airports Commission
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gatwick welcomes the launch of the Airports Commission Stewart Wingate, Gatwick Airport’s Chief Executive said: “We welcome today’s launch of the Airports Commission. The detailed work and analysis on how to maintain the UK’s status as an international aviation hub can now really begin. “At Gatwick we have already announced that we… Read the full press release
Coworth Park Appoints Food And Beverage Manager
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dorchester Collection’s 70 room luxury country house hotel and spa, Coworth Park, has today announced the appointment of Andrew Dreverman as food and beverage manager, effective immediately. In his new role at Coworth Park, Dreverman will oversee all food and beverage outlets on the estate with responsibility for two restaurants and bars,… Read the full press release
Skis for free on Zurich flights from Bristol Airport
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Helvetic Airways has confirmed the continuation of its ‘skis go free’ offer on flights from Bristol Airport to Zurich this winter. The three times a week service launched in December 2011, and proved popular with winter sports enthusiasts en route to resorts such as Klosters, Grindelwald and Wengen. Flights operate on Sunday,… Read the full press release
EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver Introduces New Menu Plus November Events
From “Soccer Saturdays” to a fashion luncheon and Denver Arts Week dinner, EDGE has a fun-filled November Denver, U.S.A. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — EDGE Restaurant & Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is welcoming the fall season with several new additions to both its lunch and dinner menus. The new additions reflect the change in season, and many of… Read the full press release
Christchurch International Airport:AIRPORT STAFF ARE JUST PLANE HAPPY AT WORK
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) last night won the award for the New Zealand medium to large company which has most improved its staff engagement, as part of the 13th Kenexa Best Workplaces Survey. CIAL chief executive Jim Boult is delighted his staff are as happy to come to work as he… Read the full press release
Invitation to fund-raise with carol singing at Shannon this Christmas
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shannon Airport has this week issued an open invitation for organisations to apply for one of five carol-singing fundraising slots at the airport terminal during the run-in to Christmas. In its third successive year, the Shannon Airport Christmas Carol sessions will run from Tuesday, December 18th through to Saturday, December 22nd. Organisations… Read the full press release
1 MILLION FANS ON THE AIR FRANCE FACEBOOK PAGE ALREADY!
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France has recently registered over one million fans on its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/airfrance). Present on the world’s largest social media network since July 2010, Air France interacts daily with its fans and feeds its wall with posts, videos and photos of its products and services and competitions on more than 50… Read the full press release
EASYJET LAUNCHES TEN NEW ROUTES INTO ITS SPRING SUMMER 2013 SCHEDULE
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has announced today that it will be introducing ten new routes from Summer 2013 across the four London airports it operates from – London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted and London Southend. The Russian capital Moscow, Greek city Kalamata, along with the Greek island of Mykonos and… Read the full press release
Christophe Hilty New Hotel Manager For 45 Park Lane
London, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dorchester Collection today announced the appointment of Christophe Hilty as hotel manager for its contemporary Mayfair hotel, 45 Park Lane, effective from January 2013. Reporting to Roland Fasel, general manager of The Dorchester and regional director UK, Christophe joins from his most recent position as director of hotel operations at One… Read the full press release
WTTC: Travel & Tourism still robust despite uncertain global economic picture
Growth in the global Travel & Tourism industry in 2012 will be broadly in line with expectations set at the beginning of the year 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an update of forecasts made at the beginning of the year, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) predicts growth for the Travel & Tourism globally of… Read the full press release
Toyota Prius glides in at Bristol Airport
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport taxi service Checker Cars has added four Toyota Prius to its fleet of cars operating out of Bristol Airport. The move supports its strategy to lower vehicle emissions at all the sites where it operates. The Prius is a full hybrid, and can be powered solely by its electric motor at… Read the full press release
“deca” the Halls, Walls and More This Season at deca RESTAURANT + BAR at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel
deca RESTAURANT + BAR celebrates the season with festive events and offers Chicago (The Ritz-Carlton), U.S.A. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel) and deca RESTAURANT + BAR are putting on their holiday best with special dining offers and events. From Teddy Bear and Storytelling Teas in deca RESTAURANT to “deca” the Walls in deca… Read the full press release
SAS releases preliminary Q3 result and information regarding its financial position
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following numerous rumors in Scandinavian media, SAS announces that it will report on 8 November 2012 a positive result for Q3 – with an EBT of 568 MSEK. Passenger revenue growth of 9% and unit cost reduction of 6% In a very difficult and competitive industry environment, the positive development in Q3… Read the full press release
Ethiopian Launches Corporate Bonus Program
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ethiopian Airlines is pleased to announce the launching of a new corporate loyalty program, Corporate Bonus, enabling companies to accrue miles for passengers, who travel on their corporate account. Corporate clients will, therefore, be able to receive Bonus Miles for every individual frequent flyer account that has earned flight miles on ShebaMiles… Read the full press release
Macau Government Tourist Office-Tourism incentive schemes aim to diversify source markets
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — To further enrich tourism products and source market profile, Macau Government Tourist Office will launch the “Wedding Incentive Scheme” as well as an enhanced version of “Student Excursion Incentive Scheme” on November 1. In view of the growing popularity of overseas wedding as an ideal wedding style for the new generation, MGTO… Read the full press release
Adventure Travel Trade Association Joins ECPAT’s Fight Against Sexual Exploitation Of Children
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — ECPAT-USA and the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) today announced that the ATTA became the first United States-based association to sign the Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct, an internationally accepted industry-driven corporate responsibility initiative to protect children from trafficking and sexual exploitation in travel and tourism The ATTA has a long history of social responsibility… Read the full press release
Logan Prepares for Pre-Holiday Business Travelers
Boston Logan Prepares for Pre-Holiday Business Travelers On-Airport parking in high demand, airport offers reduced parking at Logan Express sites BOSTON – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) today advised travelers that on-airport parking at Boston Logan International Airport will be in very high demand between Monday November 5th and Wednesday November 14th. “Thanksgiving… Read the full press release
Judges selected to identify innovative pioneers at 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced the judges for its prestigious 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. These 12 independent experts on sustainable tourism will select three finalists for each of the four Award categories: Destination Stewardship Award, Community Benefit Award, Conservation Award and the Global Tourism Business Award. The Awards… Read the full press release
NOW BOARDING…EUROSTAR’S NEW CULINARY DIRECTOR, MICHELIN STARRED CHEF RAYMOND BLANC, OBE
Sustainable, seasonal Business Premier menus bring together the best of Britain, France and Belgium Eurostar becomes first transport provider to join the Sustainable Restaurant Association New research shows majority of business travellers have maintained or increased their level of business travel in the past 12 months 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar today proudly announces the appointment… Read the full press release
Swissport wins new cargo customers in Copenhagen
Zurich, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services to the aviation sector, has won cargo handling contracts with two new customers at Copenhagen Airport, adding Lufthansa and Finnair to its cargo customer list. Services for Lufthansa will begin on 1st December, and will include cargo handling for Lufthansa’s multiple daily… Read the full press release
World Tourism Organization UNWTO-Tourism to provide development push to Haiti
Madrid, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Haiti can capitalize on its natural and cultural resources to get the country back on the world tourism map, thereby contributing to its overall recovery and development. This was the main message of UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, during his first official visit to Haiti (27-30 October 2012). “The role of tourism as… Read the full press release
Traffic Growth Continues to Slow in September
Geneva – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global traffic results for September showing a continued slowdown in the rate of traffic growth. Demand for passenger traffic was 4.1% above the level of September 2011. For air cargo, demand growth was even weaker at 0.6%. The growth trend in air travel… Read the full press release
Enjoy Autumn Spa in Imperial Style at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Pampering treatment inspired by Emperor Qianlong’s fascination with the beauty of West Lake Hangzhou at West Lake, China – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blessed with the stunning West Lake and a relaxing atmosphere, Hangzhou, for hundreds of years, has attracted the admiration of countless emperors and royals alike. The city is famously known as the favourite… Read the full press release
ACSA regrets 1Time’s decision to suspend all its flights
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has, with concern, noted confirmation by 1Time of its decision to suspend all its flights, effective immediately. We have been working very closely with 1Time over the years and this a very sad time for everyone involved. ACSA had an agreement with 1Time to put the airline… Read the full press release