2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Employees at Istanbul Ataturk Airport operated by TAV Airports has started getting training to learn sign language in order to assist hearing impaired passengers to benefit from all services offered at the airport. The training provided by TAV Academy in collaboration with the Federation of Hearing Impaired will be expanded to cover… Read the full press release
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Newquay Airport get the thumbs up for accessibility form Disability Cornwall
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Disability Cornwall were invited to Newquay Cornwall Airport in late Aug to participate in a ‘consumer audit’. The airport has a legal responsibility under European Regulations to provide assistance to passengers with reduced mobility, but people’s experiences tend to differ depending on what airport they use. So here at NQY Airport we wanted to proactively… Read the full press release
WIZZ AIR LAUNCHES POCKETGUIDE APPLICATION ON WIZZAIR.COM
CUSTOMERS’ TRAVEL EXPERIENCE TO BENEFIT FROM THEMED AUDIO CITY GUIDES FOR SMART PHONES 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced a new partnership with PocketGuide Inc. and launched a further innovative offer for its consumers. From 12th October Wizz Air will offer the PocketGuide app, worldwide… Read the full press release
Travel Conference will recognize tourism achievements
Lt. Gov. Sheehy, two state senators to attend LINCOLN, NEB.- 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winners of the Nebraska Tourism Industry Awards will be announced during the Nebraska Travel Conference Oct. 24-25 at the Gering Civic Center in Gering. The awards recognize the year’s outstanding tourism campaign, outstanding tourism association, best events in small and large communities,… Read the full press release
Brand USA Announces Travel Agent Fam Photo Competition
LONDON, 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brand USA, the new tourism marketing body for the United States of America, has announced the launch of a travel agent photo competition in the UK and Ireland. As part of the competition, the website www.famphotousa.co.uk, has been launched where agents from the UK and Ireland can upload photographs they have taken on… Read the full press release
SFO’s 13th Annual Runway FOD Walk
200 Volunteers Invited to Walk the Runways SAN FRANCISCO — 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport will host its 13th annual Runway FOD Walk on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. PDT. Two hundred airport and airline employee volunteers are invited to participate in this year’s Runway FOD Walk. The purpose of… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson honored for contribution to Gateway Center
Atlanta Regional Commission cites rental car center, ATL SkyTrain in project’s success ATLANTA – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport received a Development of Excellence Award Honorable Mention/“Exceptional Merit for a Public-Private Partnership” from the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) at its State of the Region breakfast on Friday. The award honored the Airport and other… Read the full press release
Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners Awards Construction Contract for Rehabilitation of Van Nuys Airport’s Main Runway 16R
Van Nuys, California – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) approved a $13,908,464 contract to Security Paving Company, Inc., for rehabilitation of the main runway (16R/34L) at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). The total amount of the project, which includes all cost elements, is estimated at $20,483,076. Ninety percent of… Read the full press release
Norwegian with four new summer routes
Oslo Airport, 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the summer of 2013 Norwegian will open direct flights from Oslo Airport to Lisbon, Bilbao, Visby and Aalborg. The flight schedule is as follows: – Oslo-Bilbao will have two weekly departures from 5 June to 28 September – Oslo-Lisbon will have two weekly departures from 3 June to 25 October… Read the full press release
Hilton HHonors Offers Members a Chance to Win Weekend Getaway to London
Hilton HHonors and Radio Monte Carlo Partner to Bring Travel Experience to Sweepstakes Winners MILAN – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide’s 10 distinct hotel brands, is partnering with Radio Monte Carlo to offer Hilton HHonors members the chance to win a special weekend getaway to London. From now through… Read the full press release
A NEW CUSTOMER AND RESULTS-ORIENTED ORGANIZATION TO ACCOMPANY THE ROLL-OUT OF TRANSFORM 2015
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alexandre de Juniac, Chairman and CEO of Air France, has presented to Company managers the project for the new Air France organization, supporting the implementation of Transform 2015, in an aim to restore the Company’s competitiveness and place the customer at the heart of its strategy. A GROUP ORGANIZED INTO 8 BUSINESS… Read the full press release
Hampton Hotels Continues Significant Domestic and International Development with Opening of 18 Properties in Third Quarter of 2012
Brand Ranks No. 1 for Second Consecutive Year on Entrepreneur Magazine’s List of Top Global Franchises MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels (www.hampton.com), the international brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the opening of 18 new properties in the third quarter of… Read the full press release
Book early for Christmas train travel
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virgin Trains is urging passengers to book their tickets for travel over the Christmas period as soon as possible to secure the best prices and to ensure they have reserved seats during this very busy travel time. Full details of most train times and fares together with booking facilities are now available on… Read the full press release
Bringing Greater Value to Air Travel – IATA Calls for a Collaborative Approach to Boost Efficiency
Abu Dhabi – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called upon aviation stakeholders to work together to create greater value for customers across the travel experience while enabling greater efficiency for industry participants. “Airlines expect to carry some 3 billion passengers in 2013. And that number will double by 2030. Connectivity is… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Joins Feeding America and The Global FoodBanking Network to Minimize Food Waste and Alleviate Hunger
Hotels launch pilot food donation systems in nine markets on World Food Day MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, on World Food Day, Hilton Worldwide announced multi-year partnerships with Feeding America and The Global FoodBanking Network to secure food and reduce hunger in communities where it operates around the globe. The collaborations will enable… Read the full press release
CAA enrol external executives to monitor modernisation programme
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has taken on the services of two leading executives to provide support to a major review of its processes and procedures. Keith Bogg, Group IS Director of insurance company Catlin, will chair a Risk and Assurance Board that has been set up to monitor the modernisation… Read the full press release
Best of Irish Greens at Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Dublin
Fresh from Rose O’Sullivan’s Spring Cottage Farm in County Westmeath, and now served at Seasons Dublin, Ireland – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Seasons, the award winning restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Dublin, has partnered with Rose O’Sullivan’s Spring Cottage Farm in County Westmeath to bring guests the very freshest and best selection of local organic Irish vegetables in season… Read the full press release
FAA Reauthorization and Sustainability Mandates to be presented by Christa Fornarotto, FAA Associate Administrator for Airports at 5th Annual Airports Going Green Conference
CHICAGO, 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to announce that this year’s Airports Going Green Conference will feature FAA Associate Administrator Christa Fornaratto who will discuss FAA’s growing list of sustainability related initiatives. Joining Ms. Fornarotto will be Ralph Thompson, FAA Manager, Airports Planning and Environmental Division. The FAA has embarked on a number… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Names Senior Vice President of Labor Relations
VETERAN PILOT AND INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED EXPERT IN AVIATION AND LABOR RELATIONS RANDY BABBITT JOINS CARRIER’S EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM DALLAS – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) proudly welcomes J. Randolph “Randy” Babbitt as Senior Vice President of Labor Relations to direct and oversee the carrier’s labor related activities. Babbitt will report directly to Chief Operating… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific releases combined traffic figures for September 2012
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today released combined Cathay Pacific and Dragonair traffic figures for September 2012 that show passenger numbers, load factor and capacity all declining year on year. However, cargo and mail tonnage showed positive growth for the first time this year. Cathay Pacific and Dragonair carried a total of 2,245,995 passengers… Read the full press release
“Reaching more destinations together” – Shared airberlin and Etihad Airways campaign takes off
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today: Abu Dhabi. Tomorrow: the Seychelles, Sydney or Bangkok. The shared route network operated by airberlin and its strategic partner Etihad Airways spans almost the entire world, from the bustling metropolises of Asia, Arabia and Australia to the dream beaches of the Indian Ocean. With the “Reaching more destinations together” campaign starting… Read the full press release
Give Thanks This Season at the New Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe
First-time celebration highlights holiday favourites with new executive chef at helm Santa Fe, U.S.A. – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Forge new holiday traditions with a Thanksgiving to remember at the new Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. The Resort will feature a celebratory meal in Terra with all the trimmings, as well as special room rates and… Read the full press release
Estonian Air’s aircraft carrying “Welcome to Estonia” brand elements attracts neighbours to visit Estonia
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the framework of an ongoing co-operation between Estonian Air and EAS (Enterprise Estonia), one of the Saab SF340 aircraft in Estonian Air fleet was given a special livery to attract tourists from the regional destinations of Estonian Air to spend winter holidays in Estonia. This is a continuation of the marketing… Read the full press release
Concur Study Reveals Road Warriors Packing More Mobile Apps Than Ever, But Are They The Right Ones?
As the busy fall business travel season heats up, survey finds vast majority of travelers embracing mobile apps, yet still looking for tools to reduce stress and increase job satisfaction REDMOND, Wash. – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Business travel got you down? You’re not alone. A recent study conducted by Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), a leading provider of integrated… Read the full press release
Admission discount for the rainy day blues is back!
WHAT 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hey, puddle jumpers! The dreary, rainy days are headed our way, but don’t let them get you down. Get ready to venture outdoors to Woodland Park Zoo for the Rainy Day Building Hop and a Rainy Day Discount to go along with your adventure. Get half off zoo admission for up… Read the full press release
Maldives welcomes the first tourist to the 40th year of Tourism
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives extended a warm welcome to the 1st visitor to its 40th year of Tourism, on 3rd October 2012. Mr. Wai Shing Kwok, a Hong Kong citizen arrived Maldives by Sri Lankan Airlines flight which was the first flight to arrive on the 3rd October, landed at 0045hrs. This day is celebrated… Read the full press release
AIANTA selects AOT Staffer for Excellence in Customer Service Award
2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dawn Melvin, the Arizona Office of Tourism’s (AOT) Tribal Tourism Relations Manager, has been recognized as the recipient of the Excellence in Customer Service award by the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA). AIANTA is a nonprofit association of American Indian tribes and tribal businesses organized in 1999 to advance Indian Country tourism…. Read the full press release
Lunch Break Menu at Edge, Steak & Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Miami Offers Perfect Midday Escape for Downtown and Brickell Offices
Dine indoors or out on fresh, seasonal dishes Miami, U.S.A. – 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Downtown Miami’s favourite dining destination has reintroduced the Lunch Break promotion with a delicious three-course menu for an unbeatable price of USD 19.00 per person. The Lunch Break at Edge, Steak and Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Miami offers a three-course menu with choices available… Read the full press release
VIA Rail Helps Canada’s Newest Citizens Celebrate Their Citizenship By Exploring Their New Home
Participation in the Cultural Access Pass program connects new citizens to an exclusive travel offer MONTRÉAL, QUEBEC, 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of National Citizenship Week, VIA Rail Canada is encouraging Canada’s newest citizens to hop on a train and explore the country they’ve chosen to call home by taking advantage of an exclusive travel… Read the full press release
easyJet to open new direct service to Edinburgh
British airline easyJet has opened for ticket sales for its new direct service from Copenhagen to Edinburgh. The first flight out of Copenhagen will be on 21 March 2013. 2012-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet opens non-stop service number 11 out of Copenhagen next spring. As from March 2013, passengers out of Copenhagen Airport can fly easyJet… Read the full press release