Airport City Manchester’s landmark five million square foot development announced its China road show great success

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MANCHESTER, UK, 2014-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Between 9th – 13th June the landmark five million square foot Airport City Manchester development travelled around China on its first international road show, with over 200 delegates attending to find out more. Visiting Tianjin, Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen a senior delegation from Manchester Airports Group (MAG), Beijing Construction… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International: La marca Sol Hotels & Resorts se reinventa y presenta cuatro nuevos conceptos de hoteles vacacionales para el cliente actual

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Mallorca, España, 2014-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Meliá Hotels International sigue avanzando en su estrategia de revalorización y reposicionamiento de sus marcas y productos. Su última apuesta ha sido el relanzamiento de su marca familiar vacacional Sol Hotels & Resorts – que cuenta actualmente con 70 establecimientos – con la creación de innovadores conceptos que reinventan… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of first Andaz hotel in Japan

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Hyatt strengthens its brand presence in Japan with very first Andaz hotel in Tokyo CHICAGO, 2014-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the official opening of Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills, the first Andaz hotel in Japan and the twelfth Andaz hotel globally. The hotel is a significant addition to Hyatt’s growing portfolio… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport offers travelers comfortable work stations with free and fast Wi-Fi with the opening of its “Power Suite”

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More Power Seating to Accommodate Passenger Growth on Future International Flights San José, CA, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The “Power Suite” is now open at Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) in Terminal B opposite Gates 17 and 18. The Power Suite (see pictures here) is a new 2,500 square-foot hold room with seating for 150 people. It offers… Read the full press release

Bahrain Airport Company installed thee large TV screens in the departure concourse of BIA to broadcast the 2014 FIFA World Cup matches

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the managing body and operator of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), has installed thee large TV screens in the departure concourse of BIA, in preparation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The screens have been set up in three different locations, namely opposite gate 13, gate… Read the full press release

The Indianapolis Airport Authority and Republic Airways partner to create unique opportunity for local students to receive career mentoring from aviation professionals

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Spots still available in week-long mentoring camp that supports STEM learning objectives and offers underserved students hands-on aviation experience and career mentoring INDIANAPOLIS, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) has once again joined forces with Indianapolis-based Republic Airways in creating a unique opportunity for local students to receive career mentoring from… Read the full press release

Avinor reports almost 20 million passenegers travelled to and from its airports in May; 3.9 % increase compared to the same period last year

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International traffic increased by 3.7 % in May compared to May last year, while domestic traffic experienced a growth of 1.5 %. OSLO, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — In sum, 4.4 million passengers travelled to and from Avinor’s airports during the month of May.  So far this year, the total number of passengers equals almost… Read the full press release

Oslo Airport launches new self-service information kiosks to help passengers navigate their way around Norway’s main airport

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Oslo Airport has set up new self-service information kiosks to make it easy for travellers to quickly find the information they need at Norway’s main airport. OSLO, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The six kiosks are strategically located to help passengers navigate their way around the airport. Two are located in the departures hall, one… Read the full press release

easyJet awarded five top awards at the 2014 Marketing Society Awards for Excellence

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LONDON, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline and Europe’s fourth largest, is celebrating after being awarded five top awards at the 2014 Marketing Society Awards for Excellence this week. The airline, which has transformed low cost travel for a whole generation of travellers, was commended for their renowned ‘Europe by easyJet’… Read the full press release

easyJet adds third Airbus A320 aircraft based at Nice Cote D’Azur airport

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LONDON, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest and Europe’s leading airline has today announced the addition of a third Airbus A320 aircraft which will be based at Nice Cote D’Azur airport to further strengthen easyJet’s long term commitment to the region. The aircraft addition will result in the creation of 37 new… Read the full press release

London Gatwick reports 3.4 million passengers in May; 6.5% increase compared to same month last year

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More than 3.4 million passengers used Gatwick in May – up by 6.5% on the prior year Gatwick is competing in the London market to deliver the best choice, service and fares for passengers European travel, especially business routes, performed strongly – up by 8.8% year-on-year, while long haul also achieved growth LONDON, 2014-6-13 —… Read the full press release

London Gatwick and easyJet join forces to showcase the exceptional experience, facilities and products they have to offer business passengers

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Gatwick achieves record moving annual passenger numbers of 36.5 million – with 20% of passengers now travelling on business Gatwick flies to more destinations than any other London airport – including 46 of the top 50 European business cities Savvy business travellers are choosing Gatwick for its time-saving office to plane door journey and transformed… Read the full press release

South African Airways to fly nine lucky young winners to Brazil for the world cup soccer match between Iran and Nigeria on 16 June 2014

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JOHANNESBURG, 2014-6-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The national flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), will fly nine lucky young winners – one from each province – who won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an all-expenses paid-for trip to Brazil where they will attend a world cup soccer match between Iran and Nigeria on 16 June 2014 –… Read the full press release

Swissport: EuroAirport Skyview Lounge at Basel-Mulhouse Airport awarded “Priority Pass European Lounge of the Year” for the fourth time

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg and Swissport International Ltd. (Swissport), the world’s leading provider of ground and cargo handling services to the aviation industry, today announced that the EuroAirport Skyview Lounge at Basel-Mulhouse Airport has been awarded “Priority Pass European Lounge of the Year” for the fourth time. Owned by EuroAirport and… Read the full press release

UNWTO and IATA to jointly advocate for innovation and talent development to promote competitive and sustainable tourism development

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Madrid, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Advancing innovation and talent development in tourism and air travel is the core component of the first Memorandum of Understanding signed between UNWTO and The International Air Transport Association (IATA). The MOU is part of the objectives set by both organizations of bringing the tourism and air transport agendas… Read the full press release

PATA and The Code to work together to raise awareness of the crime of child sex tourism

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BANGKOK, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism (The Code) have agreed to cooperate in the promotion of child protection practices among tourism companies in the Asia-Pacific region. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed… Read the full press release

Glyn Hughes appointed IATA’s Global Head of Cargo

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Doha, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment, effective from June 9, of Glyn Hughes as the Association’s next Global Head of Cargo. Glyn Hughes joined IATA in 1991 to enhance and expand the Cargo Accounts Settlement Service, growing it from 35 to nearly 100 operations while maintaining… Read the full press release

George Best Belfast City Airport’s Community fund joined forces with the Prince’s Trust to support the career development of young people in North Down and East Belfast

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BELFAST, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — George Best Belfast City Airport’s Community fund has joined forces with the Prince’s Trust to help support the career development of young people in North Down and East Belfast. Emma Gilmore, a member of the airport’s Community Fund Committee, Fund, has sponsored the Prince’s Trust Development Awards which will… Read the full press release

Airports Company South Africa unveiled free Airports App to enhance passengers experience

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Johannesburg, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Company South Africa today unveiled its pioneering free Airports App that will assist passengers to not only easily navigate any of its nine airports but also make all their travel arrangements from the comfort of their smart devices.  The company which facilitates close to 35 million passengers a… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation to co-host World Routes Strategy Summit on 21-22 September

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Leaders of United, Emirates to keynote at World Routes in Chicago­ CHICAGO, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Senior figures from the aviation industry are signing up in force to speak at this year’s World Routes Strategy Summit which, held in partnership with ICAO and the World Bank, will take place alongside World Routes in Chicago, 20-23 September 2014. Jim Compton,… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways launched new online system for passengers who wish to print their own baggage tags before arrival at the airport

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Innovative online system enables customers to print their own baggage tag before arrival at the airport to speed up the check-in process Qatar Airways is the first within the region to implement the online system on international destinations Doha, QATAR, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has developed an innovative new online system for passengers… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free unveiled world-class shopping emporium for passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport

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Truly Innovative Retail Concepts Delight Passengers DOHA, Qatar, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has unveiled a world-class shopping proposition for passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport, starting from the full beginning of operations at the airport on May 27. Qatar Duty Free now offers passengers unprecedented access to selected designer labels, high… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to offer non-stop flights from Doha to Zagreb, Croatia starting October 1, 2014

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Passengers to benefit from a direct six-hour non-stop service from Doha Flights scheduled to commence on October 1, will operate three times weekly DOHA, Qatar, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways announced today that commencing 1 October 2014, the airline will offer non-stop flights from Doha to Zagreb three times weekly. The new direct flights… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways starts non-stop flights between the Middle East and Miami, Florida

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Five Star Airline Launches 6th US Destination First Non-Stop Service from Middle East to Florida, USA Miami Route Takes Qatar Airways’ Network Up to 142 Destinations Worldwide MIAMI, FL, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ maiden voyage to Miami International Airport (MIA) touched down yesterday, commencing service to the airline’s sixth US gateway. The service… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines’ launches seasonal daily service between Portland, Oregon, and Kalispell, Montana

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Portland residents will enjoy access to Glacier National Park, Flathead Valley and more SEATTLE, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines’ launches seasonal daily service today between Portland, Oregon, and Kalispell, Montana. The flights will operate seasonally between Portland and Kalispell through Aug. 23, connecting Portland-area residents to the natural beauty of northwest Montana, and Flathead Valley… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group declared two-for-one stock split to be effected in the form of stock dividend

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SEATTLE, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) announced today that its board of directors has declared a two-for-one stock split to be effected in the form of a stock dividend. The additional shares will be distributed on July 9, to shareholders of record as of June 23, 2014. The stock split will… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines announces seasonal service between Boston’s Logan International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport starting November 21, 2014

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MIRAMAR, FL, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Sure, you’re enjoying the nice warm days of summer in Boston right now, but in a few months, the cold winds of winter will begin blowing.  When they do, many in New England will begin dreaming of being on a sunny beach. Well there’s one airline that will help… Read the full press release

oneworld® member S7 Airlines increases frequency of flights on Novosibirsk – Simferopol route from June 30, 2014

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2014-6-11 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, increases the frequency of flights on the route Novosibirsk – Simferopol from the 30th of June 2014 by launching the third weekly flight on Mondays. Passengers will be able to purchase air tickets at subsidized fares. During the summer period additional flights… Read the full press release

Stagecoach East Scotland becomes the first in Scotland awarded with five star rating for its environmental performance

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Perth, Scotland, 2014-6-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach East Scotland has become the first in Scotland to be awarded a coveted five star rating for its environmental performance. The company – part of Perth-based Stagecoach Group – was assessed under the ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme, run by Dundee City Council. Presenting the firm with its… Read the full press release

Norwegian carried 2,103,477 passengers in May; 12% increase compared to the same month last year

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Fornebu, Norway, 2014-6-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian carried more than 2.1 million passengers in May 2014, an increase of 12 percent compared to the same month last year. The load factor was 77 percent. The strike threats from labor union Parat affected the company’s revenues this month, as many customers in Norway and Denmark refrained… Read the full press release