2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of the best cities to visit in the world next year is Derry/Londonderry. This is according to Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2013, the highly anticipated eighth annual collection of the best places to go and things to do around the world for the year ahead, from the world’s most successful… Read the full news article
Historic Aberdeen Tram Album to be Preserved in FirstGroup Trust
2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — An historic leather bound pictorial album, thought to be the only one in existence, which depicts the end of the tramways in Aberdeen in 1958 was handed over today to the FirstGroup Heritage Trust. The Trust was established in 2010 by Aberdeen based transport giant, FirstGroup, to protect and preserve transport items… Read the full news article
VIA Rail Canada Representatives Meet MPs and the Mayors of New Brunswick
Bathurst, New Brunswick, 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Representatives from VIA Rail Canada met with local members of parliament and mayors in Bathurst today to discuss the future of passenger rail transportation in the region. “Representatives from the region clearly explained their concerns and expressed their opinions on the recent announcements affecting rail transportation in New Brunswick…. Read the full news article
Silversea’s Second Expedition Ship Will Set Sail as Silver Galapagos
Enriching new 7-day itineraries for late 2013 open for sale in mid-November 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Luxury expedition cruise specialist Silversea has announced Silver Galapagos as the name for its second small-sized expedition ship, which is currently sailing as the Galapagos Explorer II. The new name signals the company’s intent to maintain a consistent level of elegance throughout its… Read the full news article
Best staff in rail recognised at Heathrow Express
The Heathrow Express team has been recognised as being among the best in the railway industry at the Rail Staff Awards hosted at the ICC in Birmingham on Saturday night 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Heathrow Express team has been recognised as being among the best in the railway industry at the Rail Staff Awards hosted… Read the full news article
Rembrandt hotel serves breakfast at FLAVOURS, the newly renovated restaurant
Bangkok, Thailand – 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok is ready to relocate back the breakfast to the newly renovated international buffet restaurant, Flavours, on this coming Monday October 22nd. After 3 months construction, it is time to reintroduce Flavours, an extensive international buffet restaurant with the selection of various food themes including Europe, North America, Asia… Read the full news article
Significant expansion plans announced by AgustaWestland at Newquay Cornwall Airport
2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today’s announcement of Agusta Westland successful Regional Growth Fund (RGF) bid has been warmly received in Cornwall. Details of the RGF bid identifies a significant expansion of AgustaWestland’s Operational Flight Training Centre (OFTC) atNewquayCornwallAirport. The company’s expansion plans at the Enterprise Zone Aerohub atNewquayCornwallAirport will increase capacity and capability across its military and new… Read the full news article
Advocacy, collaboration to be discussed at Governor’s Conference on Tourism Dec. 4-5
CARSON CITY, Nev. — 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism professionals will gather to discuss industry advocacy, international visitation and collaboration at the Nevada Governor’s Conference on Tourism, Dec. 4-5 at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks. Keynote speakers are Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, and Terry Jones, founder of Travelocity.com and current… Read the full news article
CAREER TAKE-OFF FOR HEATHROW CLASS OF 2012
2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow Airport is celebrating the Class of 2012, after holding its 7th annual Retail Academy graduation ceremony. The event brings together candidates who have completed retail or customer service apprenticeships at Heathrow with the employers that have help make the programme a success and so far this year 300 candidates have been… Read the full news article
Online travel to experience solid growth in the Middle East according to new study
Online travel agency bookings set to nearly double by 2014, according to Travelport and PhoCusWright Dubai, 2012-10-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — The online travel industry in the Middle East is flourishing at an unprecedented rate with online bookings growing by nearly a third this year, according to a new Travelport co-sponsored research. According to the study – carried… Read the full news article
Celebrate the Harvest Season with Wine Therapy at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Denver
New fall treatments focus on the chardonnay grape seed, a powerful anti-ageing antioxidant, and include a glass of wine Denver, U.S.A. –2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of the best times of the year to visit the Napa Valley, California wine country is during the fall harvest season. This fall, The Spa atFour Seasons Hotel Denver is bringing a touch… Read the full news article
October 2012 SPRTC Summary
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The following is a synopsis of the Arkansas State Parks, Recreation and Travel Commission meeting held at Village Creek State Park in Wynne on October 18, 2012. For questions regarding this report, please contact Gloria Robins, executive assistant, at 501-682-7614. The next Commission meeting will be held November 15, 2012, in Eureka Springs…. Read the full news article
Introducing Les Triplés au George V at Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris
New children’s program features drawings by Nicole Lambert Paris, France – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel George V is launching a new children’s program in exclusivity with the French cartoonist Nicole Lambert. Starting from October 3, 2012, young guests will discover a collection of products depicting the adventures of Les Triplés au George V. Les Triplés (triplets… Read the full news article
Passenger traffic at Sheremetyevo has grown by 17%
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sheremetyevo has set two records for daily traffic; on September 14th, 726 takeoff and landing operations were conducted, and on September 16th, the airport served over 100 thousand passengers for the first time in its history From January to August of 2012, Sheremetyevo International Airport served 17 million 429 thousand passengers, which is 17.1% higher compared to the same period… Read the full news article
EASYJET LAUNCHES NEW ROUTE BETWEEN BELFAST AND BIRMINGHAM
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, today launched its new service from Belfast International Airport to Birmingham. The route increases the airline’s destinations from Belfast International to 23 – equalling the highest number of routes it has operated from the airport. There will be daily flights to Birmingham until Sunday. From Monday 29… Read the full news article
London City Airport Jet Centre Joins The Avfuel Network Of Branded FBO
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport Jet Centre at London City Airport has announced that it will join Avfuel Corporation’s global network of branded FBOs. As an Avfuel-branded FBO, the Jet Centre will now offer the jet fuel savings program Avfuel Contract Fuel, the AVTRIP pilot rewards program and more. The Avfuel partnership not only… Read the full news article
Hartsfield-Jackson hosts South African aviation officials
ATLANTA – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials met today with South African delegates interested in learning how the world’s busiest airport plans for growth while managing daily operations in conjunction with other aviation agencies. Representatives of Hartsfield-Jackson, Delta Air Lines, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection discussed the… Read the full news article
EASYJET NOW ATTRACTING PASSENGERS FROM AMERICA TO UZBEKISTAN AND LAUNCHES DEDICATED US WEBSITE
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest and one of Europe’s leading airlines, is today launching a dedicated US website in response to growing demand from customers in the USA. Visits from the US now feature in easyJet’s top ten league table by volume. The UK tops the chart with France taking second place and… Read the full news article
On the Move: Four Seasons Hotel Singapore Keeps Business Travellers Connected with New Mobile Technology Innovations
Complimentary in-car WiFi and other services introduced in Singapore Singapore – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — From the moment the plane’s seat belt sign finally turns off at the gate, it’s a race to reconnect and catch up for today’s business travellers, often with the added stress of establishing a local internet connection and getting all the needed… Read the full news article
AIRPORT SMOKERS ABOUT TO GO UNDERCOVER
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christchurch Airport is stubbing out the practice of visitors having a quick smoke around the airport frontage. Three new designated smoking areas open today near the almost-completed terminal, to filter out the problem of smokers seeking protection from the elements. CIAL Chief Executive Jim Boult says the smoking areas respect people’s rights… Read the full news article
“LIKE” YOUR FAVOURITE DESTINATION ON FACEBOOK, AND PURCHASE A PROMOTIONAL FARE ON AN AIR FRANCE FLIGHT!
Air France’s first promotional campaign on Facebook 30% discount to the most “liked” destination chosen by Air France fans on departure from Marseille, Nice or Toulouse 1 million fans on the Air France Facebook page 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — With over one million fans on its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/airfrance ),on 17 October Air France launched its first… Read the full news article
EASYJET CELEBRATES BIRMINGHAM TO BELFAST INAUGURAL FLIGHT
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, is today celebrating the inaugural flight from Birmingham Airport to Belfast International Airport. The new route will initially be a daily service, however from 29th October it will increase to two flights a day on weekdays, and one on weekends. It will mainly serve the region’s business… Read the full news article
Bristol Airport calls for balanced aviation policy
Government urged to encourage use of existing airport capacity outside London 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport has responded to the Government’s consultation on its Draft Aviation Policy Framework with five recommendations which would deliver real benefits for airports in the regions, the wider economy and passengers across the country. The Draft Framework was published by… Read the full news article
Macau Government Tourist Office Organized Promotion Events and Food Festival in Australia
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) organized grand promotion events once again in Australia, featuring Macau – A New Dimention, Macau Food Week and Macau Festival to attract the young and families to Macau. The Macau Festival Opening Ceremony was held today (October 20) at the outdoor area in Tumbalong Park at Darling… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech Spices It Up with Pop Up Restaurants
Buena Vista Club debuts, popular Bombay Cut returns for limited time only this December Marrakech, Morocco – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — At Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, the culinary team is spicing things up with surprise pop up restaurants showcasing new themes and cuisines on a regular basis. “In September, we debuted Bombay Cut, a gourmet Indian experience led by our own… Read the full news article
AMFORHT IN ROMANIA
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Our President Philippe FRANCOIS has accepted to attend and participate to the 4th European Congress of Rural Tourism from Saturday 06 to Wednesday 10 October in Romania. More than 300 persons from 23 countries attended the 2 full days. Philippe held the microphone 3 times : official inception speech in the morning –… Read the full news article
Hampton Inn Salina Team Member Honored with Award
Recognized as a Spirit of Hampton Award Winner SALINA, Kansas – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hampton Inn Salina, located at 401 W Schillng, today announced the special recognition of one of its own team members. Dawn Glassburn-Hoesli was recently awarded with the Spirit of Hampton Award, which she was nominated for by her peers because… Read the full news article
PATA Hosts Advocacy Dinner in House of Commons, London
Bangkok, 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association’s (PATA) will hold a travel industry advocacy reception and dinner at the House of Commons in London on November 5. Senior spokespeople and lobbyists will attend the dinner, with guest of honour Mr Andrew Rosindell MP, Mr Taleb Rifai, Secretary-General, UNWTO, and keynote speaker Ms Gloria… Read the full news article
Introducing the New Romance Package at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Kick romance into high gear with the Road to Romance package, filled with thrilling adventure to ignite the spark Boston, U.S.A. – 2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Experience a couple’s getaway at Four Seasons Hotel Boston that is unlike any other. With the new Road to Romance package, there are endless luxuries and indulgences to enjoy. The exhilarating adventure begins upon arrival:… Read the full news article
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT FUNDS LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR RNIB
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thirty blind and partially sighted local children have benefitted from a series of challenging activities designed to develop their existing skills and independence, thanks to funding from the George Best Belfast City Airport Community Fund. The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) ran three week-long programmes to give the young people, aged between… Read the full news article