The Ultimate Poolside Pura Vida Experience: New Private Luxury Cabanas at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

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The Ultimate Poolside Pura Vida Experience: New Private Luxury Cabanas at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

Cabana guests enjoy Spa treatments, premium internet, private bar and other amenities as part of the experience Costa Rica – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Costa Rica is well known for its recreation and eco-adventures: zip lining, surfing, visiting volcanoes and more. Yet even the most adventurous travellers want to spend some of their vacation time just… Read the full press release

Bahrain Airport Company Conducts Coordination Meeting for Airport Emergency Exercise

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Bahrain Airport Company Conducts Coordination Meeting for Airport Emergency Exercise

2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bahrain Airport Company hosted in coordination with the Ministry of the Interior last week an organizational meeting in preparation for a full scale emergency exercise at Bahrain International Airport, which will be held on the 4th of December in order to test the efficiency of the emergency preparations in the airport. The… Read the full press release

After the strike, that produced millions of dollars loss, Aerolineas normalized its operations

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Buenos Aires, 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aerolíneas Argentinas and Austral have normalized their operations after the strike led by the dissident CGT and CTA, which joined the aeronautical unions (APTA) aeronautical technical staff association, Superior aeronautical personnel Union (UPSA) and Airline Association pilots (APLA), which was carried normally on schedule as programmed for the day. At the… Read the full press release

Kilfenora Céilí Band to headline free Music Celebration at Shannon Airport

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Kilfenora Céilí Band to headline free Music Celebration at Shannon Airport

2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The festive season will get a rousing lift-off in the Mid-West as Shannon Airport hosts a Music Celebration on Friday, 7th December in the airport’s Departures Terminal. The internationally acclaimed Kilfenora Céilí Band from North Clare will headline the free event which will feature the best of music and comedy talent from… Read the full press release

Air France, Caviar on board for the holiday season

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2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the Christmas and New Year holiday season, Air France will be offering its customers traveling in the La Première cabin exceptional dishes to make their flight a deliciously refined experience. From December to January, on flights departing from Paris, customers will be able to enjoy an exceptional appetizer: an individual “egg” of Caviar Alverta… Read the full press release

EASYJET TO LAUNCH FIRST EVER SCHEDULED MANCHESTER – MOSCOW FLIGHTS

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An additional aircraft to be based at Manchester taking the total to eight Plan will create around 80 direct and 250 indirect jobs in the region taking total of new jobs for next year to 160 Three new routes to launch to Moscow, Prague and Thessaloniki 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has… Read the full press release

Dorchester Collection’s UK properties win at Hotel Cateys 2012

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2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Friday 16 November 2012, Dorchester Collection’s regional Human Resources team, who manage talent at Dorchester Collection’s three hotels in the UK – The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane in London and Coworth Park in Berkshire – were awarded ‘Human Resources Team of the Year’ at this year’s Hotel Cateys. Lesley Skelt,… Read the full press release

Ryanair Adds 2 London-Marrakech Routes To Winter Schedule

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2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (21 Nov) confirmed the return of 2 London-Marrakech routes to its winter schedule, with 8 weekly flights to/from London Stansted (4 per week) and London Luton (4 per week) from February 2013, as late additions to its winter 2012-13 schedule Ryanair celebrated its 2 London-Marrakech… Read the full press release

Eurostar announces shortlist for 2013 Eurostar Ashden Award for Sustainable Travel

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2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thirteen pioneering sustainable travel schemes from across the UK, France and Belgium have been shortlisted today for the 2013 Eurostar Ashden Award for Sustainable Travel, moving a step closer to winning a share of the £30,000 prize fund. The Award, now in its second year, recognises innovative travel schemes that are leading… Read the full press release

One year on: Signature Experiences Collection® case studies Vol. 2: Frontiers North Adventures

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One year on: Signature Experiences Collection® case studies Vol. 2: Frontiers North Adventures

CTC’s program is raising awareness in international markets for a Manitoba business built on true experiential travel 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Increasing numbers of travellers around the world are answering the call of the wild. High on many a list is Frontiers North Adventures, MB, known as the polar bear capital of the world. Based in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Mexico DF Offers One of a Kind Tours

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Four Seasons Hotel Mexico DF Offers One of a Kind Tours

Experience Mexican culture with architecture and design tours, and the Lucha Libre México, D.F., Mexico – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Mexico DF offers guests tours to sites of interest that no other hotel offers, thanks to the effort of the Concierges who have worked hard to offer unique experiences for guests of the Hotel. These tours include visits… Read the full press release

Beijing Airport Delegation Visits Chicago O’Hare

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The six-person delegation from Beijing met with CDA staff from O'Hare's operations, design and construction sections.

CHICAGO, 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) hosted officials from Beijing Capital International Airport Co., Ltd. (BCIA) at O’Hare International Airport. The purpose of the visit was to study the CDA’s vast experience with airport construction and operations management and the integration of the two sections. BCIA is one of the CDA’s seven sister airports under… Read the full press release

QATAR AIRWAYS LAUNCHES FLIGHTS TO SERBIAN CAPITAL BELGRADE

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Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker, pictured centre, at Nikola Tesla International Airport following the airline’s launch of flights to Belgrade, Serbia. Pictured with him from left to right are Qatar’s Ambassador to Romania His Excellency Saad Mohamed Al-Kobaisi; Chief Executive Officer of Airport Nikola Tesla Mr. Velimir Radosavljević; Serbian State Secretary for Tourism, Mr. Goran Petković; and His Excellency Mihailo Brkic, Ambassador of the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia to Kuwait and responsible for Qatar.

Thrice-Weekly Services Link Airline’s Doha Hub With Carrier’s 4th South Eastern European Destination Latest Route Becomes Carrier’s 31st Point across Europe Belgrade, SERBIA – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways has launched scheduled flights to Serbia, its latest entry into Eastern Europe and the airline’s 11th new route of the year. The Doha-based carrier inaugurated the… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines Rolls Out More Power Outlets at its Major Hubs

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Making flying easier for our wired customers during the holidays SEATTLE — 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is powering up customer waiting areas at its major airports with electrical outlets that make it easier for travelers with electronic devices. At its airport gates in Anchorage, Portland and Seattle, the airline just finished installing 200 additional… Read the full press release

Ryanair Launches New Onboard Menu

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Ryanair Launches New Onboard Menu

‘THE GETAWAY CAFÉ’ IS ALMOST AS TASTY AS OUR CABIN CREW! 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (21 Nov) unveiled its mouth-watering new onboard menu, offering a full range of delicious hot and cold food, snacks and drinks. ‘The Getaway Café’ features an array of tempting new additions, as well as… Read the full press release

Hilton Dallas Park Cities Celebrates Grand Re-opening After Multimillion-Dollar Enhancement Project

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Hilton Dallas Park Cities will celebrate the hotel's grand re-opening on Nov. 29 following a complete, multimillion-dollar renovation. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

DALLAS – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Dallas Park Cities will celebrate the hotel’s grand re-opening on Nov. 29 following a complete, multimillion-dollar renovation. The renovation is part of a three-year, $3 billion plan of significant property renovations currently underway across the global portfolio of Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide. “Hilton… Read the full press release

Applications invited for “Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme” as intake expands for 2013

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Participants will have the valuable opportunities to visit various aviation organisations to get an in-depth understanding of the industry.

HONG KONG, 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Applications for the 2013 Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme, a key initiative under the Dragonair Youth Aviation Academy, are now being invited. The nine-month educational initiative, organised by Dragonair in conjunction with the Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps, is designed to educate, motivate and inspire young people aged 18 to 25… Read the full press release

NIKI takes off with new livery in airberlin design

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NIKI with new livery in airberlin design

2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the light of the current economic and political circumstances, airberlin and NIKI are repositioning themselves to exploit synergies, eliminate duplicated structures and move together with confidence towards the future. This includes NIKI adapting its appearance in keeping with airberlin design. On 21st November the first NIKI Airbus A320 in the new… Read the full press release

Mind, Body & Culinary Heaven At Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok’s new Mind, Body & Culinary Heaven Package is a leisurely, luxurious programme of relaxing Asian wellness, delectable Thai cuisine and culture. The package aims to provide guests with lasting memories of an enriching stay in exotic Bangkok, at one of the world’s most legendary hotels that has been… Read the full press release

BAGHVAN JUNGLE LODGE VOTED INDIA’S LEADING WILDLIFE RESORT

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2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Baghvan Jungle Lodge has been voted India’s leading wildlife resort in the prestigious 2012 World Travel Awards.  These awards acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the global travel and tourism industry and are voted for by members of the travel trade, as well as guests. “We are proud of… Read the full press release

Grand Lapa, Macau Launches Business Plus Package

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located on the Macau peninsula, Grand Lapa, Macau, offers ideal facilities for tailor-made meetings, conferences and events in a relaxed resort atmosphere. With multi-purpose function space and a professional catering team, the hotel offers the perfect environment for both business and leisure. Available until June 2013, the Business Plus Package provides… Read the full press release

Serena Beach Hotel & Spa wins Ecotourism Award 2012

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Serena Beach Hotel & Spa wins Ecotourism Award 2012

2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Serena Beach Hotel & Spa is this year’s winner of the coveted Ecowarrior Awards 2012. The resort was given the recognition at a colorful ceremony held on Friday night at the Nairobi Serena Hotel, one that saw several competitive entries in the Ecotourism Enterprise of the Year- Holiday Homes and Villas Category…. Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas Celebrates New Year’s Eve With The Ultimate Presidential New Year’s Eve Package

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas has created the ultimate celebration package for a grand good-bye to 2012 and a fantastic welcome to 2013. The Ultimate Presidential New Year’s Eve Package One lucky couple can celebrate the onset of 2013 with an over-the-top New Year’s Eve weekend at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas.  The… Read the full press release

ComEd and Charter One Present ZooLights

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Free holiday tradition is one of Chicago’s must-see seasonal events Chicago – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lincoln Park Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland during the 18th annual ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Charter One beginning Nov. 23. This free, family-oriented holiday celebration illuminates the sky with two million lights, including larger-than-life lighted animals and seasonal features, activities and sweet… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership Honored as “Best Place to Work” in Southern Nevada

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Orlando, Fla. –  2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO) was recently named the top employer for mega companies in southern Nevada by The Southern Nevada Human Resources Association. Recognizing top Southern Nevada employers for innovative human resource practices and programs, this marks the second year that WVO has placed first in their category. With four… Read the full press release

Holiday Travel in a Flash With Loews Hotels & Resorts Cyber Monday Offer

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HOLIDAY TRAVEL IN A FLASH WITH LOEWS HOTELS & RESORTS CYBER MONDAY OFFER Save up to 40 Percent Off and Free In-Room Internet During This One-Day Sale NEW YORK, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts knows there is something satisfying about sleeping in on Black Friday and still being able to get great savings…. Read the full press release

San Diego Zoo Giant Panda Cub Agility Improving

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San Diego Zoo Giant Panda Cub Agility Improving

San Diego Zoo Giant Panda Cub Agility Improving Young Bear Has More Teeth and Now Fully Vaccinated 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Giant panda team member Jennifer Becerra carries cub Xiao Liwu from his den to the exam room floor this morning at the San Diego Zoo. The sixth giant panda born at the Zoo had his weekly… Read the full press release

Xiamen Airlines Joins SkyTeam

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Xiamen Airlines Joins SkyTeam

SkyTeam Welcomes Xiamen Airlines   19th member strengthens SkyTeam’s #1 position in Greater China  Xiamen, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, today welcomes China’s Xiamen Airlines as its 19th member. Xiamen Airlines is also the fourth member from Greater China. The airline strengthens SkyTeam’s footprint in China and its overall #1 position in the… Read the full press release

VIRTUOSO® CELEBRATES 8th ANNUAL CHAIRMAN’S RECOGNITION EVENT ABOARD AMAWATERWAYS’ AMACERTO

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VIRTUOSO® CELEBRATES 8th ANNUAL CHAIRMAN’S RECOGNITION EVENT ABOARD AMAWATERWAYS’ AMACERTO

Top-Producing Virtuoso Member Agencies Earn Budapest to Nuremburg Cruise and Experience River Cruising at its Best NEW YORK, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — River cruising is one of the fastest growing trends in luxury travel. As a testament to this trend, leading luxury travel network, Virtuoso® , elected to hold its eighth annual Chairman’s Recognition Event aboard AmaWaterways’ AmaCerto…. Read the full press release

Holiday Inn Express Defines ‘Smart Travel’ in India: IHG and Duet India Hotels bring the brand to Ahmedabad to meet the growing demand for comfort and value

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Holiday Inn Express Defines 'Smart Travel' in India: IHG and Duet India Hotels bring the brand to Ahmedabad to meet the growing demand for comfort and value

New Delhi, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Launched today, Holiday Inn Express Ahmedabad is set to meet the needs of today’s savvy travellers. The first of the brand in India, the hotel defines smart travel by pairing comfort and convenience with proximity and price. Located in the heart of the commercial and shopping district, with easy access… Read the full press release