Swissport announced Servisair acquisition from Derichebourg group completed

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Swissport announced that the acquisition of Servisair from Derichebourg group has been completed today. On 2nd August Swissport announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Servisair. Financial terms were not disclosed. All required regulatory approvals were obtained before closing. Opfikon, Switzerland, 2013-12-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the closing, Swissport, owned by PAI… Read the full press release

Airports Company South Africa confirmed British Airways aircraft BA034 collided with building at O.R. Tambo International

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Johannesburg, South Africa, 2013-12-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa has confirmed that British Airways (BA) aircraft BA034, collided with a building at O.R. Tambo International on Sunday 22 December at approximately 22:40.  The Boeing 747 – 400 en route to Heathrow Airport in London, damaged one of its wings, resulting in damage to both the… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines selects PKP BBDO as its new advertising agency

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• Austrian Airlines advertising account goes to PKP BBDO • New agency makes convincing pitch thanks to strong strategy and creative concept Vienna, Austria, 2013-12-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Austrian Airlines has announced that it is to start the new advertising year by switching to a new provider, the agency PKP BBDO, from April 2014 onwards. In a… Read the full press release

Wyndham Rewards® offers its members the opportunity to earn additional points this holiday season

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Members can now earn additional points at over 25,000 businesses and airports nationwide   Parsippany, NJ, US, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Rewards®, the only hotel loyalty program to offer guaranteed rewards after just one stay, is offering members the opportunity to earn additional points this holiday season and all year long—up to 10 points for every… Read the full press release

LUX* Belle Mare Mauritius transformation now completed

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Mauritius, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — In 2011, Kelly Hoppen first made her mark at LUX* Belle Mare with a total sea change within the 12 luxury LUX* Villas and honeymoon suites. The metamorphosis continued in the remaining guest bedrooms and public spaces, including the now famous Café LUX* and, at the culmination of this final stage, the resort’s restaurants are… Read the full press release

The Olympic Sochi to host for first time in its history the international hockey tournament Channel One Cup

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Sochi, Russia, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Olympic Sochi for the first time in its history will be hosting the prestigious international hockey tournament – Channel One Cup. It is attended by four teams – Russia, Czech Republic, Finland and Sweden. In Sochi, from 19 to 22 December five of the tournament’s six meetings will be held…. Read the full press release

Emirates to start daily, non-stop service between Taipei and Dubai from 10th February 2014

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — With only seven weeks to go until Taipei joins Emirates’ global passenger network, the airline celebrated the countdown to launch by showcasing its famed hospitality and on board products at a VIP reception in Taiwan’s capital city. Emirates will begin a daily, non-stop service between Taipei and Dubai from 10th February 2014,… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) expects over four million passengers will travel through Chicago’s airports for the holiday

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Chicago, Il, US, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) anticipates more than four million passengers will travel through Chicago’s airports for the holiday travel period beginning Friday, December 20, 2013 through Monday, January 6, 2014. The busiest travel day at both airports is projected to be Friday, December 20, with 209,000 passengers at O’Hare and… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino honored with the 2013 “Excellence in Public Service” Award

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Chicago, Il, US, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino was presented with the 2013 “Excellence in Public Service” Award from the Civic Federation and the Motorola Solutions Foundation today at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago. Now in its 22nd year, the award annually recognizes a non-elected government official who… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines to add daily flights to Boise, Las Vegas and San Francisco from Salt Lake City next summer

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Fares available for booking Dec. 24 between Salt Lake City and Boise, Las Vegas and San Francisco  Seattle, WA, US, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is adding daily flights to three more cities from Salt Lake City next summer, marking the latest in a series of route expansions. The carrier will begin flying nonstop from Salt… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines and Uber partner to offer free rides to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Dec. 23 and 24

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Complimentary on-demand car service available Dec. 23 and 24  Seattle, WA, US, 2013-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Getting to the airport during the busy holiday season will be a little easier for Seattle travelers next week thanks to Alaska Airlines and Uber, who are partnering to offer free rides to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Dec. 23 and 24…. Read the full press release

CLEAR’s biometric platform launched today at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby Airports

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CLEAR, the fastest, most reliable way through airport security, launched today in the 4th largest U.S. city Houston, TX, US, 2013-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Houston, one of the fastest-growing technology centers in the world, welcomed CLEAR today during a press conference at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). CLEAR will speed Houston travelers through airport security… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines launched new southwestgiftcard buying option

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New Feature Allows Multiple Customers to Contribute to One southwestgiftcard® For Family & Friends Dallas, TX, US, 2013-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines is making holiday shopping easier today with the launch of a new southwestgiftcard buying option. Only available through Southwest Airlines’ Facebook Fan Page, people may now invite others to contribute to one southwestgiftcard for… Read the full press release

Global restaurateur HMSHost and Gerald R. Ford International Airport celebrated opening of the airport’s new restaurant lineup

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Grand Rapids, MI, US, 2013-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (December 18, 2013), global restaurateur HMSHost and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport celebrated the recent opening of the airport’s new restaurant lineup with a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception. The event was held inside the brand new Bell’s Brewhouse, aWest Michigan favorite. More cause for celebration included the opening of… Read the full press release

Courchevel to welcome for first time the Ski Touring World Cup January 25-26, 2014

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Courchevel, 2013-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the very first time, the Ski Touring World Cup occurs in Courchevel, with two international competitions : The individual trial will take place on Saturday the 25th and the Vertical race trial on Sunday the 26th. The Open Millet French cup takes place at the same time, during those two days, on the same track. Everybody… Read the full press release

Over 150,000 expected through Northern Ireland’s main gateway the Belfast International Airport as festive rush gets underway

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2013-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Belfast International Airport, Northern Ireland’s main gateway, is expecting over 150,000 passengers through its doors this festive season as people return for the Christmas holidays. As well as passengers thousands of meeters and greeters are expected to descend on the airport as they welcome home loved ones for Christmas.  And the airport… Read the full press release

Airport Authority Hong Kong announced development of new hotel at the airport island’s North Commercial District (NCD)

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Hong Kong, 2013-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Board of Directors of Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today announced that AA would proceed immediately with the development of a new hotel at the airport island’s North Commercial District (NCD) as the area’s first phase of commercial development. The AA Board also said that the Board has unanimously agreed… Read the full press release

Changi Airport announced the final sixth lucky shopper for the ‘Be a Changi Millionaire’ 2013

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Singapore, 2013-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The sixth and final lucky shopper at Changi Airport to qualify as a grand draw finalist for the ‘Be a Changi Millionaire’ 2013 is a 34-year-old relationship manager from Singapore. Ms Thum Pei Xing joins five other finalists to be in the running for the windfall of S$1 million in cash… Read the full press release

W Maldives invites for Russian Christmas celebration on January 7, 2014

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Maldives, 2013-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Miles from everywhere, guests at W Maldives can enjoy a double W experience to celebrate Russian festivities in style. The Retreat connects with W St Petersburg to combine their vibrant energies and celebrate thearrival of Russian Xmas and Russian New Year. On January 7, guests are all invited to take a seat at… Read the full press release

Chicago WinterDance to take place at the Chicago Cultural Center on January 3–5, 2014

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Chicago, Il, United States, 2013-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce the schedule for Chicago WinterDance, January 3–5 at the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington St.). The popular dancing series is the winter version of the popular SummerDance series, bringing people of all ages and skill levels together… Read the full press release

The first zoo born gorilla and oldest gorilla on record to celebrate her 57th birthday at Columbus Zoo

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Powell, OH, USA, 2013-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Colo, the first gorilla born in a zoo and oldest gorilla on record is making news again for her 57th birthday. In addition to being the longest lived gorilla in a zoo, this year the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium invites everyone to be a part of the celebration by… Read the full press release

IHG research reveals time spent hosting guests over holiday season is more than the typical working week

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Denham, UK, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Almost 44 hours, which is more than the typical working week, are spent looking after guests’ needs over the holiday season, according to new global research released today. Perhaps not surprising then, that an average of 11% of hosts1 admit they would rather be at work than host friends or family. From… Read the full press release

Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) staff and contractors restored service to Terminal A after water line rupture

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UPDATE No. 4 @ 5:30 a.m. – Final Update San Jose, CA, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) staff and contractors worked around the clock to restore service to Terminal A after a water line rupture affected areas of the terminal on Dec. 16, 2013. Passenger operations have fully resumed in Terminal A in time… Read the full press release

Frontier Airlines announced expansion of its nonstop service from CVG to Denver

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Cincinnati, OH, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced the expansion of its nonstop service from CVG to Denver. The expanded service will begin in May with the addition of two new weekly flights growing to a total of 11 weekly flights by August. Frontier first began service from CVG in May of 2013 becoming… Read the full press release

Finavia Corporation updated its financing policy and its financing-related reporting policy

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Vantaa, Finland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The company immediately updated its procedures when the 2011 auditing of the accounts found out that Finavia Corporation has acquired structured interest derivatie contracts in 2009–2011. The contracts were non-hedging, i.e. in violation of the Group’s financing policy. The use of derivatives, which started during CAA, the predecessor of Finavia Corporation,… Read the full press release

Ryanair expressed its regret about Sir Howard Davies’ Airports Commission shortlist

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MORE POLITICAL FIDDLING, WHILE UK TOURISM BURNS Shannon, Ireland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, the UK’s favourite airline today expressed its regret at the shortlist produced by the Davies’ Airport Commission which advocates a potential second runway at Gatwick or two alternatives at Heathrow, but only by 2030, and again by 2050, long after they’ll be… Read the full press release

Ryanair reminded its customers to book their discounted tickets for the final day of the Leopardstown Christmas Race Festival 2013

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2 FOR 1 RACE DAY ENTRY ON RYANAIR.COM Shannon, Ireland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (17 Dec) reminded its customers to book their discounted tickets for the final day of the Leopardstown Christmas Race Festival 2013, which will feature the feature Grade 1 ‘Ryanair Hurdle’ on Sun 29th Dec. All… Read the full press release

Ryanair’s “Fly to Win” scratchcards support UK charity Anthony Nolan with €10,000 donation

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Shannon, Ireland, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (17 Dec) made a €10,000 donation to the UK charity Anthony Nolan the latest in a series of charities to receive support from Ryanair’s “Fly to Win” scratchcards. Ryanair’s Michael Cawley presented the €10,000 donation to Nicky Read, Head of Corporate Fundraising at Anthony… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company unveiled its first hotel in Israel – The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya

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The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya brings the renowned luxury hotel experience to life in Israel Chevy Chase, MD, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. unveiled its first hotel in Israel today, with the much anticipated official opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya. Spectacularly located overlooking the Mediterranean, the property is a first-of-its-kind industry leader for Israel’s luxury… Read the full press release

Marriott International named among America’s top corporations for LGBT Equality

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Marriott Earns 100% Perfect Ranking on 2014 Corporate Equality Index Bethesda, MD, USA, 2013-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global lodging leader, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today was named among America’s top corporations for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality, by earning a perfect 100% score on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) 2014 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)…. Read the full press release