Alaska announced steep discounts on popular routes throughout North America as part of its annual fall fare sale

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One-way fares as low as $59 through Aug. 17* SEATTLE, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska’s annual fall fare sale kicks off today, with steep discounts on popular routes throughout North America. One-way fares start at $59 and include new and popular destinations like Albuquerque, New Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and Honolulu, Hawaii.* Visit www.alaskaair.com to… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines flew 11.5 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in July 2015; 8.2% increase vs July 2014

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DALLAS, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today reported its July and year-to-date preliminary traffic statistics. The Company flew 11.5 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in July 2015, an 8.2 percent increase from the 10.6 billion RPMs flown in July 2014. Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 7.0 percent to… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways won two awards at the recent Australian Business Traveller Awards

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Qatar Airways’ A380 Lounge named “Best Inflight Lounge” and the A350 Economy Cabin named “Best Economy Class” at the Australian Business Traveller Awards 2015 Awards reaffirm Qatar Airways’ commitment to providing unparalleled comfort across all classes DOHA, Qatar, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, crowned Airline of the Year at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2015,… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Cargo’s first Boeing B747 freighter completed its first flight from Doha to Hong Kong

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Carrier expands freighter fleet to satisfy increasing global demand for ad-hoc and outsized airfreight transportation DOHA, Qatar, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Cargo’s first Boeing B747 freighter has joined the carrier’s expanding fleet having completed its first flight from Doha to Hong Kong. Qatar Airways Cargo operates one of the most modern… Read the full press release

Qantas to add more than 140 flights between December and February to New Zealand, Jakarta and Singapore

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More than 140 additional seasonal services Return to Wellington and Christchurch from Brisbane Daily Perth to Singapore service SYDNEY, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas today announced it will add more than 140 flights between December and February to New Zealand, Jakarta, and Singapore to cater for strong demand during the upcoming summer holiday… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City

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Hotel is located in the heart of the newest and most modern area of the city MEXICO, D.F.,  2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City. The 95-room new-build… Read the full press release

Aeroflot to welcome Skytrax CEO Edward Plaisted to its hub at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport

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MOSCOW, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot (Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) was today pleased to welcome Edward Plaisted, the CEO of Skytrax, which runs the aviation industry’s leading global ratings system, to its hub at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport. An Aeroflot delegation led by Giorgio Callegari, Deputy CEO for Strategy and Alliances, welcomed Edward Plaisted… Read the full press release

Car rental companies in New Zealand to sign up new Code of Practice aimed at improving the safety of both visiting drivers and New Zealand road users

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Rental vehicle companies around New Zealand are being encouraged to sign up to a new Code of Practice aimed at improving the safety of both visiting drivers and New Zealand road users. The Code establishes a set of agreed standards and practices for operators to follow when… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines carried more than 1.1 million passengers in July 2015; 3% up YoY

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• Intercontinental flight traffic in July 2015: 6.0 percent more passengers • European routes in July 2015: number of passengers rise by 2.4 percent • Capacity utilization surpasses the 80 percent threshold, rising to 85.3 percent VIENNA, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — In July 2015, Austrian Airlines carried more than 1.1 million passengers, corresponding… Read the full press release

Bloggers from Japan won Cebu Pacific Air’s first #CEBjuanderers Challenge 2015

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Airline’s first regional blogger campaign also featured teams from Australia, China, Korea  PASAY CITY, Philippines, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Cebu Pacific Air (PSE:CEB), the Philippines’ largest airline, concluded its first #CEBjuanderers Challenge, with bloggers from Japan emerging as the winners. Ikuma Nakagawa and Hidekazu Tanaka from Team Japan competed against teams of two bloggers… Read the full press release

Cebu Pacific becomes the largest carrier to operate flights on the Manila – Sydney route

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Posts 42% market share in May PASAY CITY, Philippines, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), emerged as the largest carrier to operate flights on the Manila – Sydney route. For May alone, CEB carried 11,018 passengers, 42% more than the next largest airline on the route, according to… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya with the collaboration of French naturopath Liliane Israel to introduce Gourmet Healthy Delights menus

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Hong Kong, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Sanya has collaborated with acclaimed French naturopath Liliane Israel to introduce Gourmet Healthy Delights menus.  Based on her Wellness GastronomyTM  concept, the new dishes offered at Pavilion and Yi Yang Cantonese restaurants are designed to connect the pleasure of dining with an awareness of eating… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rent-A-Car Canada Company acquires leading provider of car sharing technology Metavera Solutions Inc.

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ST. LOUIS, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings today announced that its regional subsidiary, the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Canada Company, has purchased Metavera Solutions Inc., a leading provider of car sharing technology. Metavera provides sustainable transportation technologies to customers in more than a dozen countries around the world. Founded in 2000, it offers a leading car… Read the full press release

The British Microlight Aircraft Association granted ‘A8-26’ approval by the UK Civil Aviation Authority

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LONDON, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The British Microlight Aircraft Association (BMAA) has been granted ‘A8-26’ approval by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) which delegates greater responsibility for airworthiness oversight of recreational ‘Permit to Fly’ microlights and amateur built very light aeroplanes (VLA). The move, which will allow the BMAA to develop a… Read the full press release

Starwood Maldives appoints Mr. Paul Yui as the new Director of Sales & Marketing and Mr. Jorge Fernandez as the new Director of Revenue Management

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MALDIVES, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Maldives has appointed Mr. Paul Yui as the new Director of Sales & Marketing and Mr. Jorge Fernandez as the new Director of Revenue Management for its two properties in the Maldives. With over a decade long career with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, both Jorge and Paul brings invaluable experience… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia: Vogue Australia’s September issue features Nicole Kidman photographed at Uluru, one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks

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SYDNEY, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Vogue Australia’s September issue went on sale today featuring Nicole Kidman photographed at Uluru, one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks. Just like the Royal visit last year, which saw a spike in enquiries and booking for Voyages and Longitude 131, Tourism Australia is hoping that operators in the region will… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways reopen its newly refurbished First and Business Class Lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport’s Terminal 1

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ABU DHABI, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways has officially reopened its newly refurbished First and Business Class Lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport’s Terminal 1. The upgraded facility measures an impressive 1,044 m² with seating for 134 guests and boasts stylish design elements inspired by the airline’s new branding and image. Shane O’Hare,… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways and Alitalia welcomed 100,000th guest to their joint pavilion at Expo Milano 2015

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ABU DHABI, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Official Expo Milano 2015 sponsors Etihad Airways and Alitalia celebrated a major milestone by welcoming the 100,000th guest to their joint pavilion at Expo Milano 2015. Italian national Luigino Nonino, accompanied by his family, was the lucky 100,000th visitor to the pavilion. To mark the occasion, the… Read the full press release

The Remedy cocktail bar and lounge now open to the public at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail

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Vail’s new “cure-all” cocktail bar and lounge is now serving locals and visitors Vail, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Vail Valley’s most anticipated hotspot, The Remedy, is now open to the public. The newest addition to the destination’s evolving food and beverage scene welcomes guests as an innovative cocktail bar, restaurant and lounge… Read the full press release

Celebrity floral designer Eric Buterbaugh will host arrangement workshops at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

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Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time ever, Hollywood’s most sought after celebrity florist will host quarterly workshops on creating arrangements that make a statement. Dubbed “The King of Roses” by Harper’s Bazaar, Resident Floral Designer Eric Buterbaugh will host arrangement workshops, lending his legendary expertise to… Read the full press release

Chef Ford Fry to unveil Bar Margot at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta on September 28, 2015

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Atlanta, U.S.A., 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — James Beard Award nominee Chef Ford Fry, well-known in the Atlanta area for his successful chef-driven restaurants JCT. Kitchen & Bar, no. 246, The Optimist, King + Duke, St. Cecilia, The El Felix, Superica and Marcel, will unveil Bar Margot at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta later this year…. Read the full press release

List of Four Seasons 2015 Awards and Accolades

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Toronto, Canada, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons is honoured to have been recognized over the years by some of the most reputable industry groups and respected publications in the world for excellence in luxury hospitality. Whether recognized by industry leaders or guests, these awards and accolades reflect the commitment of Four Seasons… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza welcomed 6,000 guests to an exclusive dinner at the New Suez Canal Opening Ceremony on August 6

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Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Long adept at hosting world leaders, royalty and other VIPs, the team at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza was proud to cater an exclusive dinner at the New Suez Canal Opening Ceremony on August 6, 2015. With up to 6,000 guests in attendance, it… Read the full press release

Auckland International Airport’s 2015 annual meeting will be held on Thursday 22 October 2015 at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland International Airport Limited advises that the company’s 2015 annual meeting will be held at 2.00 pm on Thursday 22 October 2015 at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau. The closing date for nominations by shareholders of directors to be considered for election at the annual… Read the full press release

Four New Zealand tourism operators will each receive $25,000 as the winners of Auckland Airport’s $100,000 tourism competition

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Auckland Airport has named four New Zealand tourism operators as the winners of its $100,000 tourism competition. AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — YHA New Zealand, Explore Group, Ngāti Whātua Ōrakei Whai Maia Limited and ZeaYou Travel Limited will each receive $25,000 as the winners of the competition. Norris Carter, Auckland Airport’s… Read the full press release

Avis Car Rental launches an updated voice-enabled Android application to make, confirm or cancel car rental reservations

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Avis Car Rental today announced the launch of an updated Android application which enables customers to make, confirm or cancel car rental reservations via voice. The initiative makes Avis the first car rental company to offer this capability. The enhanced application guides customers enrolled in Avis Preferred, the… Read the full press release

Dubai-based flydubai will commence new passenger services from Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC)

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flydubai will operate 70 flights per week during winter schedule Increased capacity will benefit both business and leisure passengers Greater choice and convenience for passengers living across the Emirate of Dubai Dubai, UAE, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai announced today that it will commence new passenger services from Al Maktoum International at Dubai World… Read the full press release

easyJet celebrated its 35 millionth passenger to and from Liverpool John Lennon Airport; rewarded two lucky travellers with a pair of return flights

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LIVERPOOL, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK and Liverpool’s leading airline has celebrated carrying its 35 millionth passenger to and from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. In celebration of this milestone, easyJet rewarded the two lucky travellers with a pair of return flights. The airline which now offers 30 routes from LJLA celebrated with… Read the full press release

LATAM Airlines Group to unify its brands under one name: “LATAM”

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Santiago, Chile, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — LATAM Airlines Group to unify its brands under one name: “LATAM” Dear Shareholders: It is a pleasure to communicate with you today to share that after three years of intense work following the association of LAN Airlines and TAM Airlines, during which we made great strides in achieving… Read the full press release

The Chicago Department of Aviation will host Midway Airport Concessions Industry Day on Wednesday, August 12, 2015

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CHICAGO, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Concessions Department will host  – Midway Airport Industry Day on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 2 p.m. at the UIC Forum at 725 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Chicago. Interested businesses and entrepreneurs who will find the most value in attending the event include but… Read the full press release