2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has announced today that it will be introducing ten new routes from Summer 2013 across the four London airports it operates from – London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted and London Southend. The Russian capital Moscow, Greek city Kalamata, along with the Greek island of Mykonos and… Read the full news article
Sir Peter Blake unveils permanent art installation at London’s Gatwick Airport to give a unique, British welcome to passengers
Gatwick commissioned Sir Peter Blake to create a walk-through gallery of London-inspired artwork that offers a warm welcome to the capital and reminds people of what is great about Britain Initiative in response to passenger feedback and insights from the Airport Passenger Panel declaring that UK airports need more ‘life and soul’ and instil a… Read the full news article
Christophe Hilty New Hotel Manager For 45 Park Lane
London, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dorchester Collection today announced the appointment of Christophe Hilty as hotel manager for its contemporary Mayfair hotel, 45 Park Lane, effective from January 2013. Reporting to Roland Fasel, general manager of The Dorchester and regional director UK, Christophe joins from his most recent position as director of hotel operations at One… Read the full news article
WTTC: Travel & Tourism still robust despite uncertain global economic picture
Growth in the global Travel & Tourism industry in 2012 will be broadly in line with expectations set at the beginning of the year 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an update of forecasts made at the beginning of the year, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) predicts growth for the Travel & Tourism globally of… Read the full news article
Toyota Prius glides in at Bristol Airport
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport taxi service Checker Cars has added four Toyota Prius to its fleet of cars operating out of Bristol Airport. The move supports its strategy to lower vehicle emissions at all the sites where it operates. The Prius is a full hybrid, and can be powered solely by its electric motor at… Read the full news article
“deca” the Halls, Walls and More This Season at deca RESTAURANT + BAR at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel
deca RESTAURANT + BAR celebrates the season with festive events and offers Chicago (The Ritz-Carlton), U.S.A. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel) and deca RESTAURANT + BAR are putting on their holiday best with special dining offers and events. From Teddy Bear and Storytelling Teas in deca RESTAURANT to “deca” the Walls in deca… Read the full news article
SAS releases preliminary Q3 result and information regarding its financial position
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following numerous rumors in Scandinavian media, SAS announces that it will report on 8 November 2012 a positive result for Q3 – with an EBT of 568 MSEK. Passenger revenue growth of 9% and unit cost reduction of 6% In a very difficult and competitive industry environment, the positive development in Q3… Read the full news article
Ethiopian Launches Corporate Bonus Program
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ethiopian Airlines is pleased to announce the launching of a new corporate loyalty program, Corporate Bonus, enabling companies to accrue miles for passengers, who travel on their corporate account. Corporate clients will, therefore, be able to receive Bonus Miles for every individual frequent flyer account that has earned flight miles on ShebaMiles… Read the full news article
Macau Government Tourist Office-Tourism incentive schemes aim to diversify source markets
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — To further enrich tourism products and source market profile, Macau Government Tourist Office will launch the “Wedding Incentive Scheme” as well as an enhanced version of “Student Excursion Incentive Scheme” on November 1. In view of the growing popularity of overseas wedding as an ideal wedding style for the new generation, MGTO… Read the full news article
Adventure Travel Trade Association Joins ECPAT’s Fight Against Sexual Exploitation Of Children
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — ECPAT-USA and the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) today announced that the ATTA became the first United States-based association to sign the Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct, an internationally accepted industry-driven corporate responsibility initiative to protect children from trafficking and sexual exploitation in travel and tourism The ATTA has a long history of social responsibility… Read the full news article
Logan Prepares for Pre-Holiday Business Travelers
Boston Logan Prepares for Pre-Holiday Business Travelers On-Airport parking in high demand, airport offers reduced parking at Logan Express sites BOSTON – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) today advised travelers that on-airport parking at Boston Logan International Airport will be in very high demand between Monday November 5th and Wednesday November 14th. “Thanksgiving… Read the full news article
Judges selected to identify innovative pioneers at 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced the judges for its prestigious 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. These 12 independent experts on sustainable tourism will select three finalists for each of the four Award categories: Destination Stewardship Award, Community Benefit Award, Conservation Award and the Global Tourism Business Award. The Awards… Read the full news article
NOW BOARDING…EUROSTAR’S NEW CULINARY DIRECTOR, MICHELIN STARRED CHEF RAYMOND BLANC, OBE
Sustainable, seasonal Business Premier menus bring together the best of Britain, France and Belgium Eurostar becomes first transport provider to join the Sustainable Restaurant Association New research shows majority of business travellers have maintained or increased their level of business travel in the past 12 months 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar today proudly announces the appointment… Read the full news article
Swissport wins new cargo customers in Copenhagen
Zurich, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services to the aviation sector, has won cargo handling contracts with two new customers at Copenhagen Airport, adding Lufthansa and Finnair to its cargo customer list. Services for Lufthansa will begin on 1st December, and will include cargo handling for Lufthansa’s multiple daily… Read the full news article
World Tourism Organization UNWTO-Tourism to provide development push to Haiti
Madrid, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Haiti can capitalize on its natural and cultural resources to get the country back on the world tourism map, thereby contributing to its overall recovery and development. This was the main message of UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, during his first official visit to Haiti (27-30 October 2012). “The role of tourism as… Read the full news article
Traffic Growth Continues to Slow in September
Geneva – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global traffic results for September showing a continued slowdown in the rate of traffic growth. Demand for passenger traffic was 4.1% above the level of September 2011. For air cargo, demand growth was even weaker at 0.6%. The growth trend in air travel… Read the full news article
Enjoy Autumn Spa in Imperial Style at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Pampering treatment inspired by Emperor Qianlong’s fascination with the beauty of West Lake Hangzhou at West Lake, China – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blessed with the stunning West Lake and a relaxing atmosphere, Hangzhou, for hundreds of years, has attracted the admiration of countless emperors and royals alike. The city is famously known as the favourite… Read the full news article
ACSA regrets 1Time’s decision to suspend all its flights
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has, with concern, noted confirmation by 1Time of its decision to suspend all its flights, effective immediately. We have been working very closely with 1Time over the years and this a very sad time for everyone involved. ACSA had an agreement with 1Time to put the airline… Read the full news article
Hilton Cartagena Completes Multimillion Dollar Rooms Renovation Project
Beachfront Hotel Also Upgrades Pool Complex CARTAGENA, Colombia – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cartagena announces the completion of a multimillion dollar renovation campaign that introduces a total transformation of 288 main tower guest rooms, as well as upgrades to its extensive pool complex. The 341-room beachfront Hilton Cartagena, scenically located at the tip of El… Read the full news article
Travel Industry Leads Economy in Job Growth, Creates Jobs 16 Percent Faster than Other Sectors
Travel Adds 296,000 Jobs since December 2009, Recovers 59 Percent of Jobs Lost During Recession Washington, D.C. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — David Huether, senior vice president of economics and research at the U.S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Labor Department report that the unemployment rate was 7.9 percent for October 2012: “Today’s jobs numbers are… Read the full news article
Red Cross news release: Enterprise Holdings Foundation Donates $1 Million to the American Red Cross
Money Will Aid in Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Efforts ST. LOUIS, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Red Cross is proud to announce a very generous donation from our friends at the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the company that operates the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands. The… Read the full news article
JAL SKY SUITE 777 Ready for Launch on January 9, 2013
“Welcome! JAL New Sky” takes off with the launch of the newly-furnished 777-300ER TOKYO, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) will deploy the first JAL SKY SUITE 777 between Tokyo (Narita) and London Heathrow from January 9, 2013. Eligible customers can from today, select their preferred seats on flights operated with the JAL SKY SUITE… Read the full news article
Festive and New Year’s Celebrations at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest
Family dinners and stylish parties for a merry celebration Budapest, Hungary – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrate the festive season in Budapest, a city embraced by a holiday spirit with decorations and glittering Christmas illuminations. At Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, a series of exquisite dinners and parties has been planned for both young and old. The… Read the full news article
Cape Town International Airport continues to support communities in its vicinity
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) hosted its annual Corporate Social Investment event at the Granger Bay Hotel School yesterday, where eight organisations each received a portion of just under R2, 5m. The airport contributed roughly R1.1m with the remaining funds of the R2.5m being invested in various… Read the full news article
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. Offers “Access Washington” Package for Inauguration 2013
Exclusive access to Inaugural perks and amenities usually reserved for celebrities, rock stars, and platinum rewards status 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the world watches, the President of the United States of America will take the country’s highest office this January following this oath: “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of… Read the full news article
Horizon Air and its Pilots Tentatively Agree on Six-Year Contract Extension
SEATTLE — 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Horizon Air and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced today they have reached tentative agreement to extend the current contract for the carrier’s 610 pilots for six years. “I’m very proud of both negotiating teams for crafting additional improvements to an already excellent existing agreement,” said Gene Hahn, Horizon Air’s… Read the full news article
Forget The Holiday Party Planning Headaches And Bring The Gang To The Second Annual “Best Holiday Party Ever!” At Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Hilton Hawaiian Village Event to Feature Lavish Holiday Buffet, Door Prizes, Entertainment HONOLULU – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — This holiday season forget about the headaches of planning your office party and reserve your tickets to Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort‘s Best Holiday Party Ever. Following on the heels of the successful inaugural gala in 2011,… Read the full news article
Children to travel for free on Heathrow Express
Two children travel free with each paying adult New value ticket deals also announced for couples and groups 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow Express today announced that families and groups can travel for less today as it introduced new online deals between Heathrow and Paddington. The news comes as Heathrow is awarded its highest ever result… Read the full news article
MPs Vote for APD Review as Eight in Ten Agree APD May be Pricing People out of Flying
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — ABTA welcomes the outcome of a three hour debate in the House of Commons on the future structure and level of Air Passenger Duty [APD], which saw MPs vote in favour of the Treasury undertaking an economic assessment of the impacts of APD on the UK economy. The debate was brought about by… Read the full news article
Cathay Pacific resumes services to New York
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways announced that it has resumed its New York service today and it plans to add capacity in the coming days to bring passengers whose travel plans have been disrupted to their destinations. The airline will communicate details to its passengers once the arrangements are finalised. “Though we have resumed… Read the full news article