Liverpool John Lennon Airport: Ryanair launched its Liverpool summer 2015 schedule with 32 routes and increased frequencies to Bratislava and Krakow

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32 SUMMER ROUTES & EXTRA FLIGHTS TO BRATISLAVA & KRAKOW LIVERPOOL, UK, 2014-9-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, has launched its Liverpool summer 2015 schedule with 32 routes and increased frequencies to Bratislava and Krakow, which will deliver 1.5m customers p.a. and support 1,500* “on-site” jobs at Liverpool Airport. Ryanair’s… Read the full press release

U Sapa offers an unbeatable deal for package tours to Sapa this autumn

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Sapa, Lao Cai, Vietnam, 2014-9-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Autumn is one of the best times to visit Sapa, when the weather is still nice and warm and rice crops are being harvested. Visiting Sapa this autumn, you will not only have the chance to experience the local lifestyle and culture at the most… Read the full press release

Emirates inaugures daily flight to Brussels, Belgium

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Daily Boeing 777-200LR service now underway BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has today marked its inaugural flight to Brussels in Belgium. The new daily service will see up to 16,000 Emirates customers travelling on the daily Boeing 777-200LR between Dubai and Brussels each month. As… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways now accepts applications for the first Chicago-area iteration of its successful eight-week introduction to aviation “I Can Fly” program

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San Francisco, CA, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways is welcoming applications for the first Chicago-area iteration of its successful “I Can Fly” program, an eight-week introduction to aviation for high school juniors and seniors. “I Can Fly,” a program run by Cathay Pacific in many ports around the world since 2003, invites high… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines to start flights to Kazan from October 1st 2014

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, opens a new, fifth, daily flight on the route Moscow – Kazan. Flights will be operated from the 1st of October 2014¹. Departure from the Moscow Domodedovo Airport at 17:35, arrival in Kazan at 19:10. Return flight departs… Read the full press release

The Hay-Adams announces the appointment of Ahmet Hacikara as the Director of Restaurants

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WASHINGTON, D.C., 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hay-Adams, one of the world’s leading luxury hotels, is pleased to announce that Ahmet Hacikara has joined the team as Director of Restaurants. In this role, the international hospitality professional will be in charge of the hotel’s Lafayette Restaurant, Off The Record Lounge, and in-room dining. Hacikara,… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor opens Radisson Blu Hotel at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport

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MOSCOW, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The first and the only international hotel brand directly connected to the Russian Capital Airport terminals Carlson Rezidor, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups and the leading international hotel operator in Russia/CIS & Baltics, announces the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® introduced “A Sense of Place Journeys” to allow guests to explore classic landmarks, unearth hidden discoveries and enjoy unique, private experiences

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Dallas, Texas, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® introduces “A Sense of Place Journeys” which are designed to immerse guests in the essence of some of the most desirable destinations in the world. These two-day itineraries have been thoughtfully created to allow guests to explore classic landmarks, unearth hidden discoveries and enjoy… Read the full press release

Baymont Inn & Suites® offers amateur athletic teams the chance to win $5,000 and 500,000 Wyndham Rewards points with its “Home Team Hospitality” contest

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Community-focused hotel brand offers local teams a chance at $5,000 for gear and travel PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Baymont Inn & Suites®, the midscale hotel brand that prides itself on its “Hometown Hospitality” service promise – treating guests like friends, family and neighbors – and its history of community involvement, is offering amateur… Read the full press release

Norwegian upgrades its service to passengers with premium tickets on intercontinental flights

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Fornebu, Norway, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian is offering lounge access and improved in-flight service to its customers with premium tickets on intercontinental routes. Norwegian is upgrading its service to passengers with premium tickets on intercontinental flights between Europe and the U.S. and Asia. The improved service includes access to airport lounges as well… Read the full press release

Essential Travel research reveals over 60% of Brits fund their entire backpacking trip themselves

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62% of Brits refuse financial help from their parents Just 7% of the UK has never backpacked Nearly three quarters of Brits have no regrets about their trip KENT, UK, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Brits are backpacking-addicts according to new research from Essential Travel. The vast majority of adults in the UK (93%)… Read the full press release

PATA supporting partner of the Brisbane Global Cafe – Tourism’s New Frontiers, ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brisbane, November 12-16, 2014

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BANGKOK, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is honoured to be a supporting partner of the Brisbane Global Cafe – Tourism’s New Frontiers, ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brisbane. The week-long events in Brisbane, Australia will take place from November 12-16, 2014. Brisbane’s hosting of the 2014 G20 Leaders… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton announced its first social film series “A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Adventure” on its social media channels

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CHEVY CHASE, MD, 2014-9-10 — /Travel PR News/ — This week on our social media channels, we introduce our first social film series: A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Adventure. www.facebook.com/ritzcarlton Each day this week on our social media channels, we will feature a clip from the new social film series, leading up to a full reveal of the… Read the full press release

British Airways’ Boeing 747s to receive cabin refresh including state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system

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LONDON, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Some of British Airways’ much-loved Boeing 747s are to receive a cabin refresh including a state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system. Customers travelling on the 18 selected 747s will be treated to double the choice of TV programmes and films thanks to the installation of Panasonic’s next generation eX3 entertainment… Read the full press release

British Airways gives its Club World customers the chance to experience its luxurious First cabin and tailored service

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LONDON, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways will be giving its Club World customers the chance to sample the high life with free upgrades to First on selected flights from September 4 to December 12, 2014. The offer will enable customers travelling in British Airways’ Club World cabin to upgrade on one leg… Read the full press release

Airports Company South Africa commits to educating its employees and the community about environmental management during Arbor Week, 1 – 7 September 2014

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Johannesburg, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Company South Africa is committed to educating its employees and the community about environmental management during Arbor Week, from 1 – 7 September 2014 by making a difference in areas within close proximity to its airports. Arbor Week is recognised as a national initiative aimed at providing and… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free opens the new Italian “al fresco” style restaurant Soprafino at Hamad International Airport

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Italian chef brings award-winning cuisine to new world-class dining concept DOHA, Qatar, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) celebrated the official opening of the new Italian “al fresco” style restaurant, Soprafino, today at Hamad International Airport (HIA) with celebrity chef and partner, Massimo Capra. “We are incredibly honoured that Chef Capra was able… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways boosts services to Thailand with the introduction of non-stop flights to Phuket effective October 26

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Daily Flights to Phuket will be De-linked from Kuala Lumpur Effective October 26 DOHA, Qatar, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways will boost services to Thailand with the introduction of non-stop flights to Phuket, effective October 26th, 2014. The airline currently serves the Doha – Phuket route daily via a linked service through the Malaysian… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways sponsored last Sunday’s Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille in France

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More than 500 cars exhibited in the Domaine de Chantilly “Tribute to Bugatti” prize presented by Qatar Airways Domaine de Chantilly, FRANCE, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Last Sunday, Qatar Airways, the only airline sponsor of the Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille, welcomed classic car enthusiasts and collectors at the spectacular venue of the Château… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announced its 77th nonstop destination out of Seattle with the launch of daily nonstop service to Detroit

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SEATTLE, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Detroit becomes Alaska Airlines’ 77th nonstop destination out of Seattle, with today’s launch of daily, nonstop service. “Expanding our network to connect the Seattle area to Detroit’s industry and culture will benefit our business and leisure customers alike,” said Joe Sprague, Alaska Airlines’ senior vice president of communications and external… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines announces its preliminary traffic results for August 2014

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MIRAMAR, FL, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today reported its preliminary traffic results for August 2014. Traffic (revenue passenger miles) in August 2014 increased 14.4 percent versus August 2013 on a capacity (available seat miles) increase of 15.8 percent. Load factor for August 2014 was 89.6 percent, a decrease of 1.1 pts… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Co. flew 9.6 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in August 2014

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DALLAS, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that the Company flew 9.6 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in August 2014, a 4.9 percent increase from the 9.2 billion RPMs flown in August 2013.  Available seat miles (ASMs) remained relatively flat compared to the August 2013 level of 11.3… Read the full press release

Great culinary talents join The Fearrington House to create special tasting dinner in honor of Relais & Châteaux’s 60th anniversary

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Event Launches Exciting Culinary Season at Fearrington Village Fearrington Village, NC, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — On Monday, October 13th, four great culinary talents will come together under one roof at The Fearrington House to create a special tasting dinner in honor of the 60th anniversary of Relais & Châteaux, the worldwide collection of… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® adds 184-unit apartment complex in Sunnyvale, California to their global portfolio through its joint venture with Singapore-based Mapletree Group

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First Oakwood® Branded Property Acquired Following its Joint Venture with Mapletree Group LOS ANGELES, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 184-unit apartment complex in Sunnyvale, California, to their global portfolio through its joint venture with Singapore-based Mapletree Group. The garden-style community, newly… Read the full press release

EVA Air’s Hello Kitty Jet to start flights to Paris from 29 October 2014

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — EVA Air is taking its Hand-in-Hand Hello Kitty Jet to Europe! The airline will fly the colorfully liveried Boeing 777-300ER between Taipei and Paris, starting 29 Oct., 2014. EVA is offering the fun way to fly just in time for those who want to enjoy the splendor and romance… Read the full press release

QantasLink creates new jobs with the upgrade and expansion of its heavy maintenance facility in Tamworth

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — QantasLink today announced it is upgrading and expanding its heavy maintenance facility in Tamworth, creating new jobs and strengthening its commitment to the region. The upgrade of its existing hangar and expansion into a new hangar will create 25 new engineering roles in Tamworth. QantasLink Chief Executive Officer… Read the full press release

QantasLink to start passenger flights to Australia’s newest airport Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport later this year

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, the country’s newest airport, and QantasLink today announced they have signed a deal to start passenger flights to the airport when it opens later this year. The landmark deal will secure 11 return flights a week to and from Sydney from November 17 and… Read the full press release

QantasLink becomes the first major regional airline in Australia to allow the use of personal electronic devices in flight mode for the duration of the flight

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — QantasLink has become the first major regional airline in Australia to allow customers to use their personal electronic devices, such as smart phones, tablets and music players in flight mode for the duration of the flight. Previously customers had to turn their phone off during take-off and landing,… Read the full press release

Garuda Indonesia launches new service from Jakarta to London via Amsterdam

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LONDON, 2014-9-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Garuda Indonesia, the airline of Indonesia, further extends its presence in Europe by launching the new service from Jakarta to London via Amsterdam today (8/9), as part of the airline’s transformation program “the Quantum Leap 2011-2015”. London serves as the airline’s second gateway in the region after Amsterdam…. Read the full press release