Aedes Real Estate, Hyatt and Marcel Wanders Sponsor the Stedelijk Museum with a Joint Donation

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The new “Hyatt Room” at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

The Stedelijk Museum names Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht its preferred hotel AMSTERDAM,  2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aedes Real Estate, Hyatt and Marcel Wanders announced today a donation to the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam. The major financial gift by Aedes, Marcel Wanders, and a Hyatt affiliate is made on the occasion of the official opening of Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht,… Read the full press release

Iberia Comunicado a todos nuestros clientes y a la opinión pública

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Madrid, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — La aerolínea ha publicado este anuncio hoy en la prensa española. A nuestros clientes Ante el anuncio de convocatoria de huelga por los sindicatos de Iberia para varios días de diciembre, Iberia quiere informar de lo siguiente: Esta huelga es irresponsable, porque atenta contra los clientes de la compañía, y más en… Read the full press release

FITCH RATES UPCOMING LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BONDS “AA,” REVISES OUTLOOK TO “STABLE”

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2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) announced that Fitch Ratings recently assigned an “AA” rating for LAWA’s upcoming issuance of $237 million senior revenue bonds 2012 series ABC on behalf of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).  Fitch re-affirmed the airport’s existing $2.66 billion parity senior revenue bonds at “AA” and $782.5 million subordinate revenue… Read the full press release

Frontier Airlines Supports Toys for Tots

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Carrier raises funds; Official toy-drop location DENVER, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced it is launching a month-long fundraising campaign for the Toys for Tots Foundation. Throughout the month of December, the Denver-based carrier will raise funds to support Toys for Tots by donating all proceeds from onboard sales of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s… Read the full press release

MGTO participated in EIBTM

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MGTO participated in EIBTM

2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — MGTO participated in EIBTM Photo Caption Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) participated in the 25th edition of the European Incentive & Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (EIBTM) held in Barcelona between 27th and 29th November. 6 representatives of hotels, event organizers and meeting consultancy company from Macau, together with MGTO promoted new… Read the full press release

CALIN ROVINESCU ELECTED AS NEW CHAIRMAN OFTHE STAR ALLIANCE CHIEF EXECUTIVE BOARD

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SHENZHEN, CHINA – 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB). He succeeds Rob Fyfe, CEO Air New Zealand, who held the post for the last two years. “On behalf of all Star Alliance members… Read the full press release

Holiday Celebrations from Coast-to-Coast Offer Families Fun Wonder and Unique Merriment at The Ritz-Carlton

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Lakeside Ice-Skating, A Swashbuckler’s Paradise and Santa Trades-Up to Segways and Surfboards CHEVY CHASE, Md. – 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. invites guests young – and young at heart — to establish fun new traditions with extraordinary seasonal offerings.  Properties from the Atlantic Ocean across to the Pacific beckon families to discover unparalleled… Read the full press release

PATA Travel Mart 2013 to Take Place in Chengdu, China Sept 25-27

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PATA Travel Mart 2013 to Take Place in Chengdu, China Sept 25-27

Bangkok, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced that PATA Travel Mart 2013 will take place September 25-27 at Century City New International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Chengdu in Sichuan province, China. Alongside the Mart, the PATA Board Meeting will be held September 27-29 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Chengdu. Established in 1978,… Read the full press release

IATA, Hurricane Sandy Added to Industry Challenges in October

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Geneva – 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global traffic results for October showing a persistent softening of passenger traffic growth and a significant deterioration in freight demand. Passenger demand rose 2.8% compared to October 2011, but declined 0.5% compared to September. Capacity increased by 2.3% over the year-ago period, and… Read the full press release

A Heartwarming Christmas Eve at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake with WLB’s Christmas Feast

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A Heartwarming Christmas Eve at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake with WLB’s Christmas Feast

Traditional delicacies and seasonal specialties await Hangzhou at West Lake, China – 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Deck the halls with boughs of holly – Christmas is right around the corner! With holiday spirit in the air and lovely decorations everywhere, December is bound to be an exciting month. On Christmas Eve, stockings are hung and presents… Read the full press release

£1.7 MILLION ARRIVALS LOUNGE OPENS AT BELFAST CITY AIRPORT

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Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Gavin Robinson and Katy Best Commercial and Marketing Director at the airport at the opening of the new international arrivals lounge

2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Gavin Robinson has officially opened a £1.7 million international arrivals lounge at George Best Belfast City Airport. The private investment significantly enhances capacity of the arrivals areas and provides statutory agencies with improved facilities to process international passengers when Aer Lingus begin flights to and from Palma,… Read the full press release

SHENZHEN AIRLINES WSTĘPUJE DO STAR ALLIANCE

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SHENZHEN, Chiny –2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shenzhen Airlines zostały dzisiaj kolejnym przewoźnikiem, który dołączył do sojuszu linii lotniczych Star Alliance. Na uroczystości zorganizowanej na międzynarodowym lotnisku Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport, Mark Schwab, Prezes Star Alliance w imieniu Zarządu powitał tę linię w rodzinie aliansu “Shenzhen Airlines jest piątym co do wielkości przewoźnikiem w Chinach, co… Read the full press release

CDA, Airport Concessions Workshop on December 14, 2012

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CHICAGO, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will present a free workshop on “How to Open a Concession at O’Hare or Midway Airport” on Friday, December 14, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. The workshop will be held at: City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection City Hall 121 N. LaSalle St.,… Read the full press release

Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Announces Purification Programme

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Christmas and New Year is renowned for certain excesses of food, drinks and parties. Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa has a fabulously addictive new purification programme on its spa menu. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Detox Programme Introduced to Banish the Excesses of Celebrations at Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa MALDIVES – 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christmas and New Year is renowned for certain excesses of food, drinks and parties. Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa has a fabulously addictive new purification programme on its spa menu. Banish… Read the full press release

Jane Morris Joins Executive Team at Gateway Airport

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MESA, Ariz. — 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has named Jane Morris as its new Director of Special Projects – a new position primarily responsible for leading efforts in the planning and execution of the visionary Gateway 2030 plan. Gateway 2030 is a cost feasible phasing plan to develop approximately 700 acres of Airport… Read the full press release

Jersey, Durrell scoop top award in 2012 BIAZA Awards

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2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jersey based wildlife conservation charity Durrell received one of the top awards from the zoo world last night, following the prestigious British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) awards ceremony held at West Midland Safari Park. Durrell was commended in recognition for its pioneering work on the innovative ‘Island Bat… Read the full press release

Mxi Technologies Announces the Market Availability of Maintenix Version 8

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Latest Maintenix product stream sets a new industry standard for aviation maintenance management with a focus on mobile applications, advanced planning, and analytics News at a Glance Maintenix version 8 now commercially available Latest version reflects the dynamic nature of the industry and supports advanced infrastructure options V8 offers a business platform for capitalizing on… Read the full press release

TAT Stockholm Launches Website to Promote Health and Wellness Trips

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TAT Stockholm Launches Website to Promote Health and Wellness Trips

Bangkok, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Stockholm Office has launched its first website specifically to promote health and wellness travel to Thailand, especially by Swedish women and senior citizens. Ageing populations and changing lifestyles are contributing to a growing demand for health and wellness solutions, with a specific focus on prevention, maintenance… Read the full press release

City of Chicago, Department Of Cultural Affairs And Special Events Releases 2013 Dates

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2013 Festival/Event Dates – Subject to Change Chicago Cultural Center Presents: Year-round Various Music, Visual Arts, Theater, Dance, Film and Lectures Series Chicago Neighborhood Festivals May – September Chicago Farmers Markets May – October 15th Annual Kids and Kites Festival May 4 Chicago Memorial Day Parade May 25 Millennium Park Music Series: Downtown Sound: New… Read the full press release

Zoo Atlanta, BOUNDLESS BUDGIES PARAKEET AVIARY IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED

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2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Veterinary Team continues to monitor flock following confirmation of one instance of psittacosis WHO: As a precautionary measure, the Boundless Budgies parakeet aviary has been temporarily closed. A histopathology report from a deceased parakeet has indicated the presence of psittacosis, a bacterial infection that can cause respiratory problems in birds and humans. This is the… Read the full press release

Новый образ бортпроводников S7 Airlines

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Новый образ бортпроводников S7 Airlines

2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — С 1 декабря 2012 года бортпроводники S7 Airlines будут встречать пассажиров в новой форме – авиакомпания поменяла строгий темно-серый цвет на смелый малиновый. Оригинальный цвет призван не только дополнить яркий образ S7 Airlines, но и создать доброжелательную атмосферу в салоне самолета. «Мы стремились сформировать образ внимательного, приветливого и профессионального бортпроводника. Ведь первое… Read the full press release

Marriott International Commits to Career Development of Youth Throughout Europe

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Marriott International Commits to Career Development of Youth Throughout Europe

Apprenticeship Schemes Offer Industry Training and Long-term Employment Opportunities for Young People London – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) has launched the Marriott Culinary Apprenticeship Academy (MCAA), its first coordinated effort in the United Kingdom to train and offer young people a viable career in the culinary and hospitality industry. The MCAA is… Read the full press release

Qatar Tourism Authority is one of the Official Sponsors for Qatar Sustainability Expo (QSE)

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On the sideline of COP18

Doha, Qatar – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) is one of the official sponsors for QSE taking place on the sideline of the COP18 Exhibition at the global UN Climate Change Conference in the Qatar National Conference Centre (QNCC) in Doha. This is part of QTA’s new strategy and commitment to ecotourism to… Read the full press release

LAS VEGAS IS THE PLACE TO BE IN DECEMBER

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Special Events Fill Up Month LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — From boots and ball gowns to running shoes and New Year’s revelers, Las Vegas hosts a full calendar of special events in December, attracting as many as 275,000 visitors a night at various times of the month and generating roughly $520 million in non-gaming… Read the full press release

Transport Minister Meets ABTA Board Members in Park Street

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Transport Minister Meets ABTA Board Members in Park Street

Minister discusses ATOL reform and aviation capacity 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rt Hon Simon Burns MP, Minister of State for Transport, met the ABTA Board today to discuss his views on the challenges facing the travel industry and how he will work to address them. The Minister’s visit to ABTA is one of the first… Read the full press release

Jersey, THE INN Hotel retain their Gold Taste Award

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2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — THE INN Hotel, Restaurant & Bar is very proud to have retained a GOLD award from Visit Britain for the fourth consecutive year. This award recognises outstanding levels of quality, service, customer care and food. THE INN is also delighted to be one of the first Restaurants in Jersey to have been… Read the full press release

Metrolink posts record-setting Thanksgiving ridership

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Passengers take advantage of $10 Weekend Pass LOS ANGELES – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink experienced record ridership this Thanksgiving holiday. Operating the same number of trains as last year, Metrolink reported 4,448 Thanksgiving Day riders; a 36 percent increase from 2011. On Thanksgiving, a Sunday schedule offered 20 trains on the San Bernardino and Antelope Valley… Read the full press release

Mxi Technologies Launches MRO IT Industry First with its Avinomic Predictive Control System

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Mxi’s exclusive PCS drives broader oversight through real-time, enterprise-wide enforcement of MRO business, resource, and regulatory compliance constraints News at a Glance Mxi announces industry first with the launch of Avinomic Predictive Control System (PCS) The PCS governs the enterprise-wide enforcement of MRO business, resource, and regulatory compliance constraints The Mxi Avinomic PCS is the… Read the full press release

TAT Launches “Amazing Thailand” Official LINE Account, Offers Fun Stickers for Download until Dec 26

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TAT Launches “Amazing Thailand” Official LINE Account, Offers Fun Stickers for Download until Dec 26

Bangkok, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched its “Amazing Thailand” official LINE account to help travellers receive the latest real-time information about the kingdom’s tourism activities and promotions on their smartphones. The information will be available for travellers who are already in Thailand as well as target travellers in Singapore,… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals in Keystone Offers Kids Free Ski Rentals for the 2012-2013 Ski Season

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Breckenridge, Colo. – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kids Can Upgrade to Snowboards for $4 Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world’s largest professionally managed vacation rental business and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), is celebrating the start of the 2012-2013 ski season by offering free ski rentals for children 12 years and under staying… Read the full press release