2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — For commuters feeling the stresses and strains of the daily work life balance, help will be on hand at Stafford station next week when a collection of animals will be on duty to provide therapeutic calm and peace as travellers arrive and depart. Virgin Trains has joined forces with Staffordshire based animal… Read the full press release
GBTA and Egencia® Study Shows Travel Professionals Gaining Control of Travel Policies in Asia Pacific Region
Report Ranks Top 10 Most Important Factors in Defining Policy Alexandria, VA and Bellevue, WA – 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel professionals are playing an increasingly large and influential role in shaping and controlling business travel policy, aided by online booking tools and fueled by a growing focus on cost-saving efforts, according to a new report… Read the full press release
Actions sociales ce 3 octobre: d’importantes perturbations du trafic sont à craindre
2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Les organisations syndicales ont déposé un préavis de grève pour la période du 2 octobre 22h au 3 octobre 2012 22h. Suite au risque de fortes perturbations, la SNCB conseille à ses clients de ne pas compter sur les seuls trains pour se déplacer ce mercredi 3 octobre. Dans le cadre des débats… Read the full press release
Celebrate Mother’s Day on October 21 with a Super Special Sunday Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires
A unique place to enjoy Día de la Madre: a 1920s mansion in the city. Buenos Aires, Argentina – 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires invites families to celebrate Día de la Madre – Mother’s Day – in its exclusive Mansion Álzaga Unzué on Sunday, October 21, 2012. For this very special day, there will be a welcome cocktail, abundant flowers… Read the full press release
Hilton Colombo Residences Announces Malaysian Food Promotion in October 2012
Meet the Malaysian Palate Conqueror at Union Bar & Grill COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Colombo Residences today announced its latest food and beverage promotion to introduce an authentic Malaysian cuisine at Union Bar & Grill. The promotion would be launched at the World Spice Food Festival on October 4 at the Hawker’s Street… Read the full press release
One year on: Signature Experiences Collection® case studies Vol. 2: Hôtel de Glace.
Spending the night under ice recalls the igloos of old for visitors and gains great media exposure for this Québec City enterprise. 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s more than just a “Hazy Shade of Winter” to central and eastern Canada: visitors flock from around the world, or just hop over the border from the US to Canada, to… Read the full press release
Renaissance Hotels Kicks Off Election Season with Lavish “Pick Your Party” Package at The Mayflower Renaissance D.C. Hotel
Stacy Keibler Checks Out the Ultimate Democratic and Republican-Themed Suite As Election Season Heats Up. 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Proclaimed by President Truman to be Washington, D.C.’s “Second Best Address” after the White House, the Mayflower Renaissance D.C. Hotel, one of Renaissance Hotel’s (www.renhotels.com) most notoriously historic properties, is celebrating both political parties this election season with its ultimate “Pick… Read the full press release
airberlin strengthens its ancillary offering to travel agents with the Amadeus solution
Travellers can book preferred seats, meals and extra baggage through Amadeus travel agencies as well as on the carrier’s website, amongst other channels. Madrid, Spain, 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — airberlin, the second largest carrier in Germany and one of Europe’s leading airlines, has adopted Amadeus Ancillary Services (AAAS) to distribute its ancillary offering to travel agencies,… Read the full press release
The Ultimate Age-Defying Facial At The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Dublin
Sodashi Samadara Ultimate Age-Defying Facial is ideal post-summer Dublin, Ireland – 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — When skin is looking a little tired with uneven tone following the summer holiday, it’s time to turn back the hands of time and renew and revitalize with one of the most natural and effective anti-ageing treatments, the exclusive Sodashi Samadara Ultimate… Read the full press release
ADAC welcomes the inaugural flight of RAK Airways
Four flights a week between Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) welcomed today the inaugural flight of RAK Airways at Abu Dhabi International Airport, to be the first domestic flight from the airline. RAK Airways, the main carrier of Ras Al… Read the full press release
agoda.com releases early-bird deals for the 112th Canton Fair
2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has announced early-bird hotel specials in Guangzhou, China in preparation for the China Import and Export Fair, the largest and oldest trade fair in the country and a major event for importers, exporters, and manufacturers worldwide. Also known… Read the full press release
Published This Month: Lonely Planet’s Six New Books for Kids
2012-10-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global travel authority Lonely Planet has released six new books in its best-selling series for 8-to-11-year-olds, Not-for-Parents. Revealing a world of intriguing stories and fascinating facts about the most exciting places on earth, the six new titles are: Not-for-Parents: Extreme Planet (AU$29.99/NZ$30) Exploring the most extreme “stuff” on earth, Not-for-Parents: Extreme Planet is a whirlwind tour of the… Read the full press release
Chef Eric Briffard of Le Cinq at Four Seasons Hotel George V Debuts a New Book of Recipes
Eric Briffard – Le Cinq is now available at the Hotel and booksellers. Paris, France – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Renowned chef Eric Briffard, Executive Chef at Le Cinq atFour Seasons Hotel George V, has published a book written in collaboration with Chihiro Masui and Richard Haughton. Eric Briffard – Le Cinq (éditions Glénats) reveals Chef’s vision of modern cuisine, and lets readers in… Read the full press release
Chicago’s Airports Participate in Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
HICAGO, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the fifth consecutive year, the Chicago Department of Aviation(CDA) is “going pink” for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by participating in the Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation’s “2012 Light the Way to Find a Cure” campaign. The CDA will show is support by displaying pink lights, ribbons and other decorations at O’Hare and Midway International Airports during the… Read the full press release
Proof, an American Canteen, Debuts This Fall at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
New restaurant combines casual, comfort and community. Scottsdale, U.S.A. – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Embark on a cross-country road trip down the main streets of America at Proof, an American canteen, debuting November 2012 atFour Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. Featuring homestyle comfort fare sourced exclusively from the 50 states, this relaxed restaurant promises to fast become a… Read the full press release
Andolino Discusses Aviation Industry Outlook at World Route Summit
CHICAGO, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino was one of many industry experts who spoke at the opening day of the World Route Development Strategy Summit on September 30 in Abu Dhabi. Leaders from airlines, airports, governments, network planning, travel and tourism, air cargo and economic development authorities attended the summit to discuss the… Read the full press release
MANX2.COM BELFAST FLIGHT TIMETABLE SUCCESS
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manx2.com’s business-friendly Belfast timetable, introduced last year, has proven to be a great success. The early morning flights have taken over 3,200 passengers from the Isle of Man to Belfast, and 4,200 from Belfast to the Island, a rise of over 1,000 passengers from 2011. The first flight from Isle of Man… Read the full press release
Get a Taste of Texas Grapefruit at Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Fall’s favourite fruit stars in several seasonal items in October. Austin, U.S.A. – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — As temperatures in Austin slowly fade into fall, summer produce is packing up to make room for autumn’s abundance. Throughout the month of October 2012, Four Seasons Hotel Austin invites locals and guests to get their fill of a fall favourite, the… Read the full press release
Chicago’s Natural Beauty on Display at Chicago’s Airports
CHICAGO, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new photo exhibit showcasing Chicago’s natural beauty has landed at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. Last fall, the Chicago Park District Natural Areas Program asked Chicagoans to “Take their best shot!” and photograph nature in the city. Over 250 photographs were submitted and judged in four categories: People in Nature, Native Flora,… Read the full press release
Alaska Air Group to Announce Financial Results
SEATTLE — 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its third quarter 2012 financial results on Thursday, Oct. 25. A conference call is scheduled at 9 a.m. Pacific time/12 p.m. Eastern time. Interested parties may listen to the call via… Read the full press release
LOT launched new direct service to Hannover
Warsaw, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today LOT Polish Airlines launched new direct service to Hannover. LOT’s Embraer 170 with the registration number SP-LDB took off from Chopin Airport in Warsaw at 13:50 local time. Its arrival in Hannover it is planned at 15:20 local time Since today the Polish carrier’s planes will land at the airport… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Continues Denver Growth With Opening Of New Flight Crew Bases And Line Maintenance At Denver International Airport (DIA)
New Domiciles at Denver International Airport (DIA) Will be Home to Nearly 400 Pilots and 400 Flight Attendants DENVER – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today officially opens the carrier’s newest Pilot and Flight Attendant crew bases at Denver International Airport (DIA). The new crew domiciles, which will be the airline’s ninth,… Read the full press release
Maldives local travel agents honours the country’s first Travel and Tourism Awards
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives Association for Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) honoured the travel and tourism industry with first ever Maldives Travel Awards. The grand awarding ceremony was held on 28th September 2012 at Paradise Island Resort. Awards for 21 categories including resorts, hotels, liveaboards and aviation were awarded trophies. The event began with… Read the full press release
Marcus Stewart Appointed Executive Sous Chef of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai
Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marcus Stewart has been named Executive Sous Chef of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai. In his new role, Chef Stewart will assist Executive Chef Kevin Erving in overseeing all culinary operations and menu development for the seven restaurants and bars at Manele Bay and The Lodge at Koele. “Chef Marcus… Read the full press release
Frontier Airlines Reports September 2012 Traffic
INDIANAPOLIS, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines, a subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings (NASDAQ: RJET), today reported preliminary traffic results for September 2012. For the month, Frontier’s load factor increased two percentage points to 88% compared to 86% in September 2011. Frontier’s traffic decreased 13%, to 0.9 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs); capacity decreased 15%, to… Read the full press release
AER LINGUS ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL AIRLINE SPONSORSHIP OF ULSTER RUGBY FOR THE NEXT TWO YEARS
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — ULSTER Rugby’s flying start to the season has been given a turbo charged boost with the signing of a major new sponsorship deal with Aer Lingus. Details of the two-year support package were unveiled at a signing ceremony held at Ravenhill this afternoon. As part of the new relationship, the airline will provide… Read the full press release
Second Annual Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk Attracts Celebrity Entries
2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taking place for the second time, the annual Oliver Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk has attracted interest amongst several media personalities, celebrities and public figures this year. Amongst those who will be participating in the Walk, which takes place on Saturday, 6 October 2012, are recording artist and TV presenter Stoan Seate, media personality Kass Naidoo, businesswoman Uyanda Mbuli, and TV presenter Liezel van… Read the full press release
Get Ready for O’Hare 5K on the Runway and Community Day
CHICAGO, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — On your mark…Get set…Go! to the “Run on the Runway” website now to register for the ORD 5K on the Runway and Community Day at O’Hare. On Saturday, October 20, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will host a 5K on the Runway and Community Day, presented by United Airlines, at O’Hare International Airport from 8… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways To Extend Footprint In Iraq
Scheduled Flights To Najaf Begin January 2013 Adds To Iraqi Destinations In Network – Capital Baghdad & Northern City Of Erbil Doha, QATAR – 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways continues its network expansion with the announcement of scheduled flights to Najaf – its third route in the Republic of Iraq, effective January 23. The southern… Read the full press release
Alaska Air Group Announces $250 Million Share Repurchase Program
Completes previous $50 million repurchase program SEATTLE, 2012-10-2 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) announced today that its board of directors has approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the company to buy up to $250 million of its common stock. The program does not have an expiration date, however, Air Group is targeting completion by… Read the full press release