VisitBritain: May 2013 saw record number of visits with 3 million tourists enjoying Britain

VisitBritain has today welcomed a record crumbling May together with bumper spend results for the first five months of 2013. 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Latest figures from the ONS International Passenger Survey show a 4% rise in the number of May visits and a 5% increase in spend following a 2% rise in the first five… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group announced it signed 11 hotels and opened 3 in Q2 2013

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies worldwide and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, has signed 11 hotels with almost 1,800 rooms in the second quarter of 2013. During the same period, Rezidor has also opened 3 hotels with 450 rooms and extended 3 hotels… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises offers optional pre-cruise “2014 Australian Open” land package for tennis enthusiasts

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is offering an optional pre-cruise “2014 Australian Open” land package for tennis enthusiasts sailing on Silver Shadow’s 19 January 2014 voyage. The first of four major international tennis events held annually (the others being the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open), the Australian Open attracts the best tennis players from… Read the full press release

WorldMark by Wyndham announced it opened its newest resort WorldMark Chelan – Lake Housen in Washington

Orlando, Fla., 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — WorldMark® by Wyndham, one of Wyndham Vacation Ownership’s four primary consumer brands, today announced it has opened its newest resort, WorldMark Chelan – Lake House. Located in Lake Chelan, Washington, just three hours outside of Seattle, the resort is comprised of 30 quartershare and vacation ownership units and  was acquired by… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership to give 175,000 VIP Members a “Taste of Margaritaville” with an Exclusive Offer

Priority Seating and a complimentary appetizer with purchase of an entrée at Jimmy Buffett-inspired restaurants nationwide Orlando, Fla., 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), recently announced their partnership with Jimmy Buffett and Margaritaville. The company kicked off this newly-created… Read the full press release

Kenya Airways tops London Heathrow International Airport’s punctuality rankings for June 2013

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kenya Airways had the most punctual flights that flew into and out of London Heathrow International Airport in the United Kingdom during the month of June 2013, latest statistics from the facility have indicated. The airline emerged top in the ranking of punctuality of flights. All Kenya Airways’ flights departing from the… Read the full press release

London City Airport hosted exhibition of the work by Italian artist Carlo Gavazzeni Ricordi

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers travelling through London’s business airport can now browse more than just the duty free while they wait to board their flight. London City Airport has installed an exhibition of the work by Italian artist Carlo Gavazzeni Ricordi.  The artworks are on display in the airport before security and in the main… Read the full press release

Air New Zealand subsidiary Air Nelson to offer new daily direct service between Christchurch and Paraparaumu

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new domestic service between Christchurch and Kapiti Coast will begin in November. Air New Zealand subsidiary Air Nelson will offer the new daily direct service between Christchurch and Paraparaumu and is planning a special fare to celebrate. Christchurch Airport Chief Executive Jim Boult says the new service is great news for… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport announced new schedule to connect East European cities Minsk, Belgrade and Budapest

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport has announced the launch of a new schedule that will link the East European cities of Minsk in Belarus, Belgrade in Serbia and Budapest, Hungary. The new year round service will begin on 19 September 2013 and will be operated by the Belarusian Airline, Belavia. The twice weekly schedule will… Read the full press release

London Gatwick responded to Airports Commission: London Gatwick’s runway ‘constellation’ approach will deliver better outcome for the UK

Competition: multi-airport ‘constellation’ system will encourage a greater level of competition, thus driving future air connectivity and reducing costs to passengers. Connectivity: second runway at Gatwick will deliver the UKs connectivity requirements and maintain the UKs status as one of the best connected countries in the world. Certainty: Gatwick’s proposal is deliverable and will give… Read the full press release

Copa Airlines announced Nonstop Flights from Panama to Boston with Connections to Central and South America

Copa Airlines Flights Daily to Panama with Connections to Central and South America BOSTON, 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Massachusetts welcomed Copa Airlines to Boston Logan International Airport today as the Star Alliance member began offering daily nonstop service from Panama’s Hub of the Americas at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City with convenient connections to more… Read the full press release

Sofia Art School students made a panoramic tour of Sofia Airport

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marking the end of the school year, the students from Sofia Art School to the Modern Art Gallery, made a panoramic tour of Sofia Airport. The students passed border control successfully and followed the path of luggage to its loading on the aircraft. The bus tour provided the children with the opportunity to get acquainted with the airport groundhandling activities and the functions of specialized equipment. The attention of the kids… Read the full press release

Праздничная акция для участников «S7 Приоритет»

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines, участник глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, проводит специальную акцию для часто летающих пассажиров, приуроченную к пятилетию программы «S7 Приоритет». В декабре 2013 года программе для часто летающих пассажиров «S7 Приоритет» исполняется пять лет. Приняв участие в праздничной акции, каждый участник программы может получить один из пяти подарков: Пять статусных сегментов. 5000 миль на свой счет. Скидка… Read the full press release

Los titulares de la tarjeta Santander Iberia tendrán un 10% de descuento en sus vuelos

Además, podrán realizar sus pagos en 12 mensualidades, sin intereses ni comisiones Madrid, 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los titulares de las tarjetas Santander Iberia están de enhorabuena. Si compran su billete antes del 31 de diciembre de este año, tendrán un 10% de descuento de la tarifa, excepto tasas y cargos del operador. La reserva se debe… Read the full press release

Couronnement du Prince Philippe: un tarif avantageux et une capacité supplémentaire pour le 21 juillet 2013

2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ceux qui souhaitent assister à la Fête Nationale et aux festivités à Bruxelles pour le couronnement du Prince Philippe pourront utiliser le ‘Billet 21 juillet’ de la SNCB. Pour 8 euros seulement, les navetteurs voyagent avec ce billet vers et de Bruxelles en 2e classe. L’entreprise ferroviaire renforce également la composition de… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines’ Black Employee Resource Group and Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson to encourages students to achieve their educational goals

‘Pledge It. Prove It. Take Flight.’ Event encourages students to achieve their educational goals  SEATTLE, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The voices of 605 students pledging to work hard, believe in themselves and graduate from high school filled Alaska Airlines’ hangar today and briefly masked the sound of airplanes taking off outside at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group Inc. President and CEO Brad Tilden to webcast investor update presentation on Thursday, July 11.

SEATTLE, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will webcast a special investor update presentation by Air Group President and CEO Brad Tilden and other executives on Thursday, July 11. The webcast will be presented live at 7:30 a.m. Pacific time/10:30… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to bring taste of Qatari hospitality to guests who are fasting with a specially designed Iftar box

Five Star Carrier’s Specially Designed Iftar Boxes and Carefully Selected Meal Options Offer Passengers Tailored Cuisine This Ramadan Doha, QATAR, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, Qatar Airways will bring a taste of Qatari hospitality to the skies by offering guests who are fasting with a specially designed Iftar box. The box… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport welcomed Malaysia Airlines’ increase of daily flights on the Kuala Lumpur – Auckland route

2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Strong demand for Malaysia Airlines’ services sees the airline confirm seasonal service daily flights on the Kuala Lumpur – Auckland route in the upcoming peak season. Auckland Airport has welcomed the announcement from Malaysia Airlines that due to strong demand for their services, they are increasing the number of flights from six… Read the full press release

airberlin’s employee newsletter won “Best of Corporate Publishing 2013” award

2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Demonstrating that the company’s success extends beyond its achievements in the air, airberlin news, the employee newsletter of Germany’s second largest airline, landed first place at the 2013 Best of Corporate Publishing (BCP) awards in the category of “Employee Media Print – Newspaper/Services/Retail”. The jury explained the decision as follows: “Making its… Read the full press release

Norwegian and Panasonic Avionics to develop first ever Android™ powered in-flight entertainment system

2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian and Panasonic Avionics Corporation have joined forces to develop the first ever Android™ powered in-flight entertainment system. Norwegian’s passengers will be able to use select Android apps that are pre-loaded onto the system, providing an in-flight experience similar to the on-the-ground experience travelers have become accustomed to with their personal devices…. Read the full press release

Save 40 percent off regular room rates now through August 15 at Marriott Vacation Club Resorts Worldwide

ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grand resorts in great destinations around the world await your arrival as Marriott Vacation Club makes your Fall getaway dreams possible through this limited time offer. Save 40 percent off regular room rates now through August 15, 2013 at over 40 resorts in the U.S., Caribbean and Asia for stays of three nights… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) welcomed first Kenya Airways Fligh

The national carrier of Kenya to offer three flights a week between Abu Dhabi and Nairobi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Early this morning, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) welcomed the inaugural flight of Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, famously known as “the Pride of Africa”, into Abu Dhabi International Airport… Read the full press release

Nevada’s heritage to take center stage this summer with new programs, extended museum hours

CARSON CITY, Nev., 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The upcoming travel season and Nevada’s heritage will take center stage this summer with new programs, extended museum hours and an opportunity to celebrate the state’s Sesquicentennial, Gov. Brian Sandoval announced today at a press conference at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City. “Today we kick off… Read the full press release

UK Civil Aviation Authority warns British holidaymakers to look past the price when booking late breaks

2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — British families looking to get some summer sun have been warned to look past the price before they book, or risk losing their hard-earned holiday. With the school holidays approaching, many families will be looking to take advantage of cheap travel deals by booking a late summer break. But with research showing… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation Q2 2013 financial results to be released on Wednesday, July 31, 2013

CHICAGO, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) announced today that it will release second quarter 2013 financial results on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, before the stock market opens. Hyatt management will host an investor conference call at 10:30 a.m. (Central time) to discuss financial results and business outlook. The Company… Read the full press release

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) revealed global passenger May 2013 traffic figures

Sydney, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for May showing that air travel continued to expand at a healthy rate. Growth was led by emerging markets. Compared to the year-ago period, overall demand rose 5.6%, while capacity climbed 5.2% pushing the load factor up 0.3 percentage points… Read the full press release

The global airline alliance SkyTeam opened new lounge at Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport

Enhances premium travel experience, delivers synergies for SkyTeam members in Istanbul ISTANBUL, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, today opened its new lounge at Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport.  The lounge is available to Elite Plus, First and Business Class customers flying from the airport on any of the alliance’s 10 airlines that serve… Read the full press release

The American Hotel & Lodging Association commends the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for key appointments of several influential members of the lodging industry

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — GTAC provides key input on per diem, travel regulations and policies The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) commends the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for today’s appointment of several influential members of the lodging industry to the Governmentwide Travel Advisory Committee (GTAC). Instituted in December 2012 as part of the federal government’s… Read the full press release

Fitch Ratings upgraded CVG’s rating on outstanding revenue bonds

2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fitch Ratings today upgraded CVG’s rating on outstanding revenue bonds to A- and said its outlook for the airport remains stable. In raising the airport’s rating from BBB+, Fitch cited CVG’s “solid financial metrics.” Among these metrics, Fitch included lower fixed costs going forward, with a 75 percent reduction in annual debt… Read the full press release