2013-09-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Austria is a popular destination for both leisure and business travellers alike. From 1st November 2013, therefore, airberlin is increasing the number of flights to Vienna from Berlin-Tegel and Dusseldorf on Mondays to Fridays from five to six flights a day. In winter 2013, airberlin will be flying to the Austrian capital… Read the full press release
2013-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — This morning as planned, Air France management presented an update on Transform 2015 to the Central Works Council. Air France’s recovery has begun and Transform 2015 is taking effect. In the first half, the implementation of measures led operating income to increase by 100 million euros. However, in 2013, the Air France… Read the full press release
Vermont Tourism toasts to Oktoberfest with new Beer Lovers Getaways; a six-pack offering of lodging packages, tasting tours and more ways to savor what The Huffington Post recently called the Best Craft Brew State. 2013-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Born from the industry’s craft beer boom, Vermont Beer Lovers Getaways offer a taste of Munich in Montpelier and a… Read the full press release
Geneva, 2013-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed high expectations for the decisions that states will make at the 38th Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). “Climate change will be at the top of the Assembly’s agenda. We will be looking to states to make decisions that will enable the… Read the full press release
Madrid, 2013-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The upcoming 2nd UNWTO Global Summit on City Tourism, “Innovative strategies for improving competitiveness and the development of new business models” in Moscow, capital city of the Russian Federation, (19-20 September 2013) will set the stage for the second phase of the “Cities” project initiated by UNWTO last year. Organized… Read the full press release
Specialty cocktail, dessert and Spa Suite invite guests to Think Pink this October 2013-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — This October Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts honour Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the Think Pink campaign. Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, ART Restaurant Seattle and The Spa invite guests to enjoy special events and offers all month long with a portion of proceeds… Read the full press release
Teton Village, WY, 2013-09-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The votes are in, and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is ranked #1 Overall Resort in North America by the annual SKI Magazine Reader’s Poll. SKI Magazine’s survey, now in its 26th year, provides an annual snapshot of the Top 50 resorts in North America. Readers rank resorts in 20 different categories that… Read the full press release
NEW YORK, 2013-09-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — While hotels continue to see minimal growth in occupancy, average daily rates (ADR) are increasing across all segments for the third quarter, according to data from the August 2013 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). “While hotels are experiencing RevPAR growth overall – ADR will be the main source of… Read the full press release
2013-09-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is offering the opportunity to experience its six stunning properties in China, with a range of great value short getaway deals. With up to 25 per cent savings available for advance bookings*, guests can immerse themselves in this fascinating contrast of the ancient and modern world, staying at Four Seasons in… Read the full press release
2013-09-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole is excited to share that SKI Magazine has ranked its backyard ski mountain #1 Overall Resort in North America in the annual SKI Magazine Reader’s Poll. SKI Magazine’s survey, now in its 26th year, provides an annual snapshot of the Top 50 resorts in North America. Readers rank resorts in 20 different categories… Read the full press release
2013-09-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The countdown is on for people to vote for Edinburgh Castle to win the Top UK Heritage Attraction award in the prestigious British Travel Awards. The competition closes on 30th September 2013. The castle, which was awarded the accolade in 2011 and 2012, is the only Scottish heritage attraction on the short-list and… Read the full press release
TOKYO, 2013-09-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) has started JAL Tohoku Support Project – “VISIT TOHOKU!” since June 1, 2013 under its basic CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Policy. For purpose of supporting disaster-affected area, the airline contributes to stimulate tourism demands and support local industries in Tohoku through its activities of “Bring moretourists to Tohoku” and “Promote people’s interest in Tohoku”, as well as contributes to… Read the full press release
2013-09-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A month of events at Stirling Castle to mark the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Flodden and the subsequent coronation of the infant King James V will culminate in a weekend of commemoration on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September. After Flodden – Commemoration and Coronation will transport visitors back to… Read the full press release
Carrier Will Take Delivery Of Its First A380 In Spring 2014 TOULOUSE, France, 2013-09-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The much anticipated delivery of Qatar Airways’ first A380 is one step closer to joining the airline’s fleet, as the aircraft was ferried from Toulouse to Hamburg during a test flight last week. The Airbus A380, the world’s largest… Read the full press release
CHENGDU, China, 2013-09-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — High level meetings between Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and the Mayor of Chengdu Municipality, Mr. Ge Honglin, took place last week as Qatar Airways launched their newest direct route to Chengdu on September 3. Mr. Al Baker and Mr. Honglin were joined by the Assistant Mayor… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2013-09-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 700 runners, walkers and aviation enthusiasts got in some exercise this morning and became part of history when they participated in Chicago Midway International Airport’s first-ever run on the airfield. The Midway Fly Away 5K was presented by Southwest Airlines and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), with proceeds… Read the full press release
MCLEAN, Va., 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by Hilton, the award-winning Hilton Worldwide brands in their respective upscale and mid-priced segments, have launched their first-ever mobile-optimized international Spanish-language booking websites. The sites are designed to support Spanish-speaking guests around the world as they book hotel stays with Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton… Read the full press release
Official Bath App now one of the most downloaded destination apps in the UK 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Official Bath App is celebrating its first highly successful year of launch as it reaches over 30,000 downloads, becoming the most downloaded official destination apps outside of London. The app, funded and developed by Bath Tourism Plus… Read the full press release
The airline’s customers can earn Avios to spend in NH hotels in 26 countries and take advantage of exclusive offers The two companies signed a corporate agreement in 2012 to work together on plans to improve their supply of products and services Madrid, 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Iberia Plus and NH Hoteles, two of Spain’s leading international… Read the full press release
Kuwait, 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — flydubai today celebrated moving its eight daily flight operations from the main terminal at Kuwait International Airport to the Sheikh Saad Al Abdallah General Aviation Terminal. The move to the terminal offers an enhanced customer experience for flydubai passengers flying in and out of Kuwait. flydubai’s inaugural flight, FZ057, touched down at… Read the full press release
2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has introduced a slew of attractive and economical holidays* under its JetEscapes brand. Travelers from Sri Lanka can now enjoy convenient, all-inclusive holidays to popular destinations in India. JetEscapes holidays include return air travel in economy, airport transfers, 3 star hotel accommodation with breakfast and sightseeing…. Read the full press release
Company Recognized for Industry-Leading Global Technology Platform LOS ANGELES, 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartments, announced that it earned a spot on this year’s InformationWeek 500 – a list of the top technology innovators in the United States. Oakwood Worldwide, a newcomer to the rankings, placed in the… Read the full press release
Enrich rewards triple miles for all tickets purchased for domestic travel Subang, 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Malaysia Airlines is celebrating Malaysia Day by rewarding its loyal customers. All Enrich members will receive triple miles with every purchase of an economy class ticket to any domestic destination, one way or return. Sales period for this campaign starts… Read the full press release
Moscow, 2013-09-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thailand is planning a prominent, high-profile presence at Russia’s largest travel fair, the Moscow Autumn Travel Industry Week (MATIW) Leisure 2013 between 17 – 20 September 2013. Thailand’s 19th year of participation in the show will be marked by a presence of about 39 Thai representatives from hotels and resorts, tour operators and… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2013-09-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Raise a glass to 2014 at Manhattan’s ultimate celebration, the annual New Year’s Eve Gala at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental, New York. Following a night of revelry, guests are invited to retreat to stylish guestroom accommodations with the New Year’s Eve Celebration hotel package. New Year’s Eve Gala The New Year’s… Read the full press release
2013-09-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christoph Franz, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, has told Wolfgang Mayrhuber, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, that he will not be available to renew his contract when it expires on 31 May 2014. “After a total of nearly 15 years in the Lufthansa Group, this was… Read the full press release
4 NEW ROUTES TO BRUSSELS, FRANKFURT, LONDON & PARIS 400,000 PASSENGERS P.A. & 400 JOBS FOR LISBON 2013-09-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (16 Sep) announced its arrival at Lisbon (Ryanair’s 3rd airport in Portugal) with 4 new routes to Brussels Charleroi, Frankfurt Hahn, London Stansted and Paris Beauvais from… Read the full press release
TRAFFIC TO GROW BY 50% FROM 13.2M P.A. TO OVER 20M SUMMER 2014 SCHEDULE RELEASED WITH 4 NEW ROUTES (BORDEAUX, DORTMUND, LISBON & RABAT) 2013-09-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair and Manchester Airport Group (MAG), today (16 Sep) announced that they had concluded a 10 year growth agreement at London Stansted Airport, which will see Ryanair grow… Read the full press release
Tower Tokyo The Prince Sakura Tower becomes collection’s second hotel in Asia. HONG KONG, 2013-09-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International and Prince Hotels, Inc, of Japan announced that The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo will become Japan’s first Autograph Collection hotel – a portfolio of independent hotels, with the re-opening of the newly renovated hotel on September 14, 2013…. Read the full press release
Available Exclusively In The UK At Cloud 23 MANCHESTER, England, 2013-09-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Afternoon tea is going pink this October at Hilton Manchester Deansgate in support of Breakthrough Breast Cancer’s “Great Pink Bake Off” campaign. A special pink-themed menu has been created by Executive Head Chef David Gale and £1 from every cover will be donated to the charity. The… Read the full press release