LE MEURICE ACCUEILLE LE “PRIX DES PRIX” LITTERAIRES POUR LA DEUXIEME ANNEE CONSECUTIVE

LE MEURICE ACCUEILLE LE "PRIX DES PRIX" LITTERAIRES POUR LA DEUXIEME ANNEE CONSECUTIVE

Le Meurice accueille la deuxième édition du “Prix des Prix” littéraires, initié par Pierre Leroy, ancien membre du Médicis, le 13 décembre prochain 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dernière étape de la saison des prix littéraires, c’est le 13 décembre au soir que le jury du “Prix des Prix”, réuni à l’Hôtel Le Meurice à Paris, choisira… Read the full press release

Swissport agrees pan-Africa handling partnership with fastjet

Swissport agrees pan-Africa handling partnership with fastjet

Zurich, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services to the aviation sector, has signed an agreement with new African lowcost carrier fastjet under which it will provide ground services throughout the airline’s network. fastjet, Africa’s first pan-continental low-cost carrier (LCC), is set to launch operations later this month in Tanzania’s… Read the full press release

Go behind the scenes at Woodland Park Zoo with Real Close tours this winter

Go behind the scenes at Woodland Park Zoo with Real Close tours this winter

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Go behind the scenes at Woodland Park Zoo a 90-minute guided tour, including a visit to the back areas of eagles, Arctic foxes and the grizzly bears. Real Close tours are offered Fridays through Sundays, 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m., from November 23, 2012 through April 28, 2013 WHAT See what goes on behind the scenes at… Read the full press release

Exclusive 24 Carat Gold Facial Treatment at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Exclusive 24 Carat Gold Facial Treatment at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Introducing a treatment that captures the spirit of Egypt’s ancient past whilst generously fostering present day tranquility Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza invites guests to enjoy a precious pampering experience by indulging in the ultimate Anti-Ageing Facial Gold Mask at its trendy Spa and Wellness Centre. One of the… Read the full press release

JAL and KFC Serve [AIR KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN] Onboard Select Flights to US and Europe

JAL and KFC Serve [AIR KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN] Onboard Select Flights to US and Europe

TOKYO, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan (KFC) have collaborated on the 7th installment of the popular AIR SERIES in-flight meal onboard select international JAL flights, and will be serving onboard, [AIR KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN] from December 1, 2012 to February 28, 2013. During this period, customers traveling in Premium Economy… Read the full press release

Hilton Cardiff’s Top Talent Cook Up A Storm

Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

CARDIFF, Wales – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. 29-year-old Eva Zdanska, who joined Hilton Cardiff 12 months ago, took third place in Hilton Worldwide’s European Culinary Challenge 2012, which was hotly contested… Read the full press release

Concur to Present at the Credit Suisse 2012 Annual Technology Conference

Redmond, Wash., 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), a leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions, today announced that management will be presenting at the Credit Suisse 2012 Annual Technology Conference on Wednesday, November 28th at 2:00 PM MT at The Phoenician Hotel in Scottsdale, AZ. The live webcast and replay of the presentation will be… Read the full press release

VISIT FLORIDA Selects Will Seccombe as New President & CEO

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, VISIT FLORIDA – the state’s official tourism marketing corporation – is proud to announce the selection of Will Seccombe as its new President and CEO. Seccombe, VISIT FLORIDA’s Chief Marketing Officer since 2008, has been serving as the Acting President and CEO since Chris Thompson’s departure to head… Read the full press release

Smithsonian National Zoo, SOLAR-POWERED SPEEDWELL FOUNDATION CONSERVATION CAROUSEL IS OPEN AT THE NATIONAL ZOO

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Speedwell Foundation Conservation Carousel— one of the only solar-powered carousels in the world — is now open at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. The carousel, made possible by the Speedwell Foundation, features hand-carved and hand-painted animals and has a net-zero impact on the Zoo’s energy consumption. One hundred and sixty-two solar panels… Read the full press release

LAS VEGAS DECKS THE STRIP AND BEYOND WITH FESTIVE CREATIONS AND HOLIDAY CHEER

Enjoy Yuletide Flare as the World-Class Destination Transforms Itself into a Winter Wonderland LAS VEGAS – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The entertainment capital of the world will be even brighter this season as Las Vegas bedazzles and transforms itself into a winter wonderland for the holidays. The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino and The Palazzo Las Vegas welcome the second annual Winter… Read the full press release

Jersey, The 2012 Christmas Window Display Competition is launched

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the busy Christmas period, when the competition between retailers to attract the avid shopper is never more evident, there is nothing more important than the Christmas shop window.  For the second year running, all St Helier retailers will be asked to dress to impress!! Window display competition From the 1st until… Read the full press release

KYOTO TRAIL Association “KYOTO TRAIL DIGEST” in English version

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — We “KYOTO TRAIL Association” manage and maintain 5 hiking courses in total with which the participants climb Kyoto mountains of rich history; Higashi-yama course, Eastern Kitayama course, Western Kitayama course, Nishiyama course, and Keihoku Course, with an aim to promote pleasant sightseeing walk and to keep and enhance the health of the… Read the full press release

Emergency Exercise at Abu Dhabi International Airport Today, Wednesday, 28th November 2012

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) will conduct a full scale emergency exercise at Abu Dhabi International Airport on 28 November 2012, in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations issued by the General Civil Aviation Authority, and in compliance with standards and recommendations as stipulated by the International Civil Aviation… Read the full press release

agoda.com presents its Gold Circle Awards celebrating hotel excellence

agoda.com presents its Gold Circle Awards celebrating hotel excellence

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has announced the 2012 recipients of its prestigious Gold Circle Awards, recognizing hotels that lead by example in the competitive hospitality industry. Launched in 2009, the awards are given to agoda.com partners who are committed to accommodating the… Read the full press release

Travel Packages and Special Offers Put Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Reach for Visitors to Virginia

Travel Packages and Special Offers Put Spielberg's LINCOLN in Reach for Visitors to Virginia

Hotel offers, Segway tours and the ‘Spielberger’ bring movie buffs to see where LINCOLN was filmed RICHMOND, Va. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s “LINCOLN,” filmed 100 percent in Virginia, is already a hit at the box office.  New travel packages, tours and special menu items are sure to make Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail a… Read the full press release

Make A Wish Fun Day At Hilton Abu Dhabi

Hilton Abu Dhabi recently invited over 40 children from the Make A Wish Foundation UAE to the hotel for an afternoon filled with fun and games. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

ABU DHABI – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Abu Dhabi recently invited over 40 children from the Make A Wish Foundation UAE to the hotel for an afternoon filled with fun and games. The lively event took place in the Palm Garden and included interactive cooking classes with Hilton chefs, face painting, bouncy castle, magicians, arts… Read the full press release

Australia brings news of new products and developments to EIBTM

Key facts Tourism Australia and a delegation of leading Australian tourism operators are in Barcelona to attend EIBTM, the leading global event for meetings, incentives and business events. Australia continues to be a destination of choice for European business event planners. Key European markets are showing encouraging signs of growth despite the economic environment. Key… Read the full press release

Lodging Hospitality Covers Revinate

2012-11-28 – /travelprnews.com/ — Lodging Hospitality interviewed Revinate co-founder and CEO, Jay Ashton, and Sean Mullen, Noble House chief sales and marketing officer for a story about how social media and online reviews are changing the way staff bonuses are determined in the hospitality industry. With Revinate’s GS 2.0 reports, more and more management companies and brands are using Revinate… Read the full press release

Ring in the New Year at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Ring in the New Year at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Treat taste buds to an exquisite three or five course dinner at Culina, Modern Italian and enjoy the sweet sound of live music at Windows Lounge Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, U.S.A. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ring in the New Year at Culina, Modern Italian at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. The first seating, offered from… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines Signs Full Content Agreement with Travelport

Atlanta, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, and Alaska Airlines, ranked “Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Traditional Network Carriers” in the J.D. Power and Associates North America Airline Satisfaction StudySM for five consecutive years since 2008, today announce a new global full content agreement. The new multi-year deal will… Read the full press release

King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre Managed By Hilton Supports Local Career Day

King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”), offered advice and support to over 250 students at Amman Baptist School at their recently held 8th Annual Career Day event. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

DEAD SEA – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”), offered advice and support to over 250 students at Amman Baptist School at their recently held 8th Annual Career Day event. Students from the 10th, 11th and 12th grades were given coaching lessons, insights into career options and tips… Read the full press release

Oman Air’s Sindbad Programme Rewards its Online Raffle Winners

Oman Air's Sindbad Programme Rewards its Online Raffle Winners

Sindbad online Raffle winners thrilled to have won  2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sindbad, Oman Air’s Frequent Flyer Programme has announced the winners of its exclusive online Raffles on sindbad.omanair.com where Sindbad members can use their miles to purchase Raffle tickets and stand a chance to win exciting prizes. Wayne Pearce, Oman Air’s Chief Executive Officer, said:… Read the full press release

New Hampton Inn & Suites/Waterfront-West Homestead Opens in Pittsburgh

New hotel is fourth property Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) manages in Greater Pittsburgh ATLANTA – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), a privately owned hotel ownership and management group based in Atlanta, today announced the grand opening of the new Hampton Inn & Suites/Waterfront-West Homestead in West Homestead, PA.  The new hotel is the fourth… Read the full press release

New Wyndham Garden Hotel Debuts in Manhattan’s Chinatown

The new 106-room Wyndham Garden Chinatown in New York City offers complimentary high-speed wireless internet access, 24-hour business and fitness centers and an on-site restaurant and lounge.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with nearly 7,260 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the addition of the new 106-room Wyndham Garden Chinatown in New York City to the Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts portfolio, increasing the upscale hotel brand’s presence in New York City. The opening of… Read the full press release

Hilton Team Members Celebrate Week-Long Community Involvement Programme At Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort & Residences and Hilton Dubai Creek

More than 100 team members from Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, Residences, Hilton Dubai Creek and the Hilton Worldwide Regional (MEA) office took their passion for hospitality and service out into the local Dubai community recently in a major celebration drive for Hilton Worldwide's Global Week of Service. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Thousands of Children in Garhoud’s National Charity School Will Benefit From a Newly Renovated Auditorium & Library DUBAI, UAE – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 100 team members from Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, Residences, Hilton Dubai Creek and the Hilton Worldwide Regional (MEA) office took their passion for hospitality and service out into the local… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Unveils Blue Water Exhibition

Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Unveils Blue Water Exhibition

Local artists invited to contribute to décor of new hotel Baku, Azerbaijan – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Conceived as a celebration of local Azeri art, the Blue Water exhibition at Four Seasons Hotel Baku will be presented to invited guests in a special unveiling on November 27, 2012. The project comprises about 100 pieces of visual art, photography and… Read the full press release

AIRLINE FEE CHANGES AT TORONTO PEARSON

Overall reduction in charges to airlines for 2013 Toronto— 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) has approved changes to airline rates and charges for 2013. The result of these changes will be an overall reduction in charges paid by the airlines operating at Toronto Pearson. This is the sixth consecutive year that fees have been… Read the full press release

Aeroflot launches additional services to Donetsk

MOSCOW – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting from January 07, 2013 Aeroflot will introduce a second daily flight to Donetsk, Ukraine. Aeroflot SU1812 flight will leave Moscow from Sheremetyevo airport Terminal D daily at 09:45 and arrive at Donetsk International Airport at 09:35. The return flight, SU1813, will leave Donetsk at 10:15 and will land in Moscow at 14:30. The flights will be conducted on Airbus A319 aircraft. Aeroflot is already… Read the full press release

EASYJET INTRODUCES ALLOCATED SEATING ON ALL FLIGHTS FROM 27 NOVEMBER

2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, will introduce allocated seating on all of its flights – typically over 1000 a day – from 27 November 2012.  The airline trialled allocated seating in April with nearly 2 million passengers flying on 12,500 allocated seating flights.  In response to the trial’s success, the airline took… Read the full press release

The Dorchester’s Jessica Zammar wins Kerstin Florian’s ‘UK Therapist of the Year’ for third year running

The Dorchester’s Jessica Zammar wins Kerstin Florian’s ‘UK Therapist of the Year’ for third year running

2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Dorchester is delighted to announce Jessica Zammar, spa therapist at The Dorchester Spa, has been awarded Kerstin Florian’s ‘UK Therapist of the Year’ for the third year running. Karyn Glock, senior therapist at The Dorchester Spa, was announced this year’s runner up, also the third year in a row that one… Read the full press release