Hong Kong, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and UnionPay International entered into a Global Partnership Agreement today, which will allow for closer cooperation on distribution and joint promotions. UnionPay International promotes the international issuance and usage of the UnionPay Credit Card. Attending the signing ceremony at the newly-opened Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai were Mr…. Read the full press release
British Airways and Bangkok Airways Enter Codeshare Arrangement
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — From 11 June, British Airways’ customers will be able to fly to the popular Thai holiday hotspots of Phuket, Koh Samui and Chiang Mai thanks to a new agreement between the airline and Bangkok Airways. The codeshare arrangement between the two airlines means that British Airways’ customers will be able to book… Read the full press release
eforea: spa at Hilton Located At Hilton Pattaya Wins “Best Luxury Hotel Spa” Award
This Innovative Spa Concept At Hilton Pattaya Aims To Raise The Bar Of Service Excellence Within A Highly Competitive Spa Industry PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The World Luxury Spa Awards™ comprises of 12 spa categories and recognized and respected on the global front by the public and media at large and are universally acknowledged as… Read the full press release
The CAA Proposes to Replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released additional information in support of its proposals to replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions. The consultation with the aviation community was launched on 8 April 2013. The CAA proposes to replace Class F Advisory Routes with Class… Read the full press release
ADAC Led A Comprehensive Tour For Students To Promote The Aviation Industry With Younger Generations
Al Yasmina School grade 2 students tour of the Capital’s airport to experience the potential of this dynamic industry in the coming year Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its commitment to promoting the aviation industry with younger generations, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), with the support of Etihad Airways, welcomed… Read the full press release
Enterprise Holdings Promotes Pamela M. Nicholson to Chief Executive Officer
Becomes Third CEO in Family-Owned Company’s History, First from Outside the Taylor Family ST. LOUIS, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings today announced that Pamela M. Nicholson, the company’s President and Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer. She becomes only the third CEO in the privately held company’s 56-year history and the first to… Read the full press release
Agoda.com Offers special hotel deals for Taiwan’s annual Dragon Boat Festival
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has assembled a list of hotels in Taipei that are offering special deals during the annual Dragon Boat Festival, one of the most colorful and rousing events on the calendar. This year it will be held on June… Read the full press release
Lonely Planet: New Zealand has 15 of the world’s 1000 Ultimate Sights
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global travel authority Lonely Planet says New Zealand has 15 of the world’s 1000 Ultimate Sights. To celebrate this – and Lonely Planet’s 40th Anniversary – the world’s most successful travel publisher is re-releasing its 352-page inspirational book 1000 Ultimate Sights in New Zealand this month. Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Sights features 100 “Top 10” lists exploring the world’s most breathtaking man-made marvels and natural… Read the full press release
Launch of Business Events Canada in European Marketplace Grabs Industry Headlines at IMEX 2013
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) placed Canada’s business agenda at the heart of IMEX this past May at Messe Frankfurt. Germany is the engine that powers the euro-zone economy, so this global meetings, conventions and events trade show was the ideal place to unveil CTC’s new Business Events Canada (BEC) brand in the European market. A special press conference lifted… Read the full press release
Celebrate The 42nd Texas Folklife Festival in San Antonio
A Celebration of Texas Culture 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Texas Folklife Festival, held June 7-9, celebrates the diverse cultural groups that have shaped Texas. Inspired by the Smithsonian Institute’s annual Folklife Festival, the Texas Folklife Festival is held on the beautiful grounds of the Institute of Texan Cultures in downtown San Antonio, aside the Tower… Read the full press release
The U.S. Travel Association Praised Rep. Mark Amodei On Travel-Related Legislative Initiatives For Economic Growth
Washington, D.C., 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today applauded U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) for his leadership on travel-related legislative initiatives for economic growth. Topping that agenda is the Jobs Originated through Launching Travel (JOLT) Act, a bipartisan bill cosponsored by Rep. Amodei that would leverage the benefits of inbound international travel to the… Read the full press release
Travelport Focuses On Egypt As A Strategic Investment Region By Unveiling A Robust Business Strategy
Travelport unveils investment plan to boost Egypt’s travel industry GDS provider points to predicted industry recovery and gathers trade leaders in Cairo to reinforce commitment to Egypt’s travel sector Cairo, Egypt, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport – the leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry – gathered industry leaders in… Read the full press release
Ryanair, Autostradale Offer Ryanair Passengers Extended Low Cost Coach Transfers at 6 Ryanair Airports
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC) and Italy’s largest airline, today (6 June) announced additional low cost coach transfers with Italian coach operator, Autostradale, offering Ryanair passengers travelling to and from Italy great value coach transfers at 6 Ryanair airports. Ryanair passengers travelling through Milan, Pisa, Rome and Venice, and for… Read the full press release
Renaissance Arc de Triomphe and Model Jessica Minh Anh Partner on RLife LIVE
PARIS, FRANCE, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe Hotel is giving Parisians and hotel guests the opportunity to discover spring/summer 2014 fashion trends though a series of unique RLife LIVE events inspired by fashion. On Friday night, the hotel was transformed into a catwalk as guests were treated to an intimate fashion show curated by model… Read the full press release
Air France-KLM Group to use Amadeus’ shopping technology for a further five years across its domestic and international websites
Amadeus continues to grow its global e-Commerce business with key Air France-KLM agreement At the same time, a recent study performed by Amadeus finds that its e-Retail solution delivers on average a 7% increase in airlines’ online yield and a 24% increase in revenue Madrid, Spain, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner… Read the full press release
Join Marriott Vacation Club’s Share the Rewards Sweepstakes
ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — How many times have you dreamed about winning a prize that would benefit you and include something extra for your friends and your favorite charity? We’ve been making vacation dreams come true for nearly 30 years for more than 416,000 Owners and invite you to enter now and Share the Rewards! What would… Read the full press release
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Commends White House On Patent Troll Reforms
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) issues the following statement in response to today’s White House announcement of new executive actions and legislative recommendations designed to rein in patent trolls and improve incentives for future innovation in high-tech patents: “Many consumers, businesses, and other end users across the country, especially in… Read the full press release
Norwegian to operate its brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on several European routes this summer
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian will operate its brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on several European routes this summer, including London – Oslo. Norwegian’s passengers will also have the opportunity to experience the state-of-the-art 787 Dreamliner on selected routes from Oslo to Alicante, Malaga, Nice and Barcelona. Norwegian is scheduled to take delivery of its first… Read the full press release
Manchester Airport, International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) to partner on firefighter training courses
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Manchester Airport is set to become a training partner with the International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) and host firefighter training courses at the airport from next week. Together, the two businesses will deliver training to airport fire and rescue services and in doing so, they aim to deliver real benefits to the… Read the full press release
Iberia inicia sus rutas de verano a Dubrovnik, Zagreb y Atenas
En Croacia, se podrán combinar los vuelos a Zagreb y Dubrovnik, lo que facilita los recorridos por el país. Iberia ofrece también este verano vuelos directos a Atenas, coincidiendo con los meses de mayor demanda a este destino. Además, en código compartido con Iberia Express, en los meses de verano también se ofrecen vuelos a… Read the full press release
LA Airport Police officers to carry the “Flame of Hope” for the 11th year to raise funds for Special Olympics
Los Angeles, California, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles Airport Police officers will participate on June 7 in the 2013 Southern California Law Enforcement Torch Run® to promote and raise funds for the Special Olympics. This will be the eleventh year Airport Police Officers to carry the “Flame of Hope.” The Law Enforcement Torch Run includes… Read the full press release
Air France Enhances Services To The Needs Of Its Disabled And Reduced-Mobility Passengers
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France is enhancing its offer of services adapted to the needs of its disabled and reduced-mobility passengers. From the time they make their booking to the time they arrive at their destination, Air France does all it can to make their trip easier. Since the beginning of May 2013, the SAPHIR service for… Read the full press release
South African Airways (SAA): Whole of State’ aviation policy alignment critical to aviation’s efficiency and economic contribution
Cape Town, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Successful state owned airlines’ critical success factors include clarity of mandate and a harmonised ‘Whole Of State’ aviation policy framework. Global air services drive almost all economic sectors, delivering trade, employment, tax revenues, job creation, skills development and a substantial direct and indirect contribution to Gross Domestic Product and, along… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines to fly nonstop between Anchorage-Phoenix and Anchorage-Las Vegas
Carrier will also begin using Bombardier Q400 aircraft on two intra-Alaska routes next year ANCHORAGE, Alaska, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines will begin flying nonstop between Anchorage and Phoenix, starting Dec. 18, and Anchorage and Las Vegas, starting Dec. 19, 2013. Introductory fares of $179* for Anchorage-Las Vegas and $189* for Anchorage-Phoenix are available for… Read the full press release
WTTC: Over 15,000 Hotels Globally Adopt the Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Over 15,000 hotels around the world have so far adopted the Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative (HCMI) methodology that allows them, for the first time, to calculate and communicate the carbon footprint of hotel stays and meetings in a consistent and transparent way. This huge achievement is the result of months of hard… Read the full press release
It’s Father’s Day in style in the heart of Beverly Hills at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Memorable Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Beverly Hills at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel. Hand rolled cigar table at THE Blvd, special dinner at CUT by Wolfgang Puck, men’s treatment gift at The Spa and the annual Concours D’Elegance on Rodeo Drive. Beverly Hills has become the place to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday June… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways to Host IATA 70th Annual General Meeting and World Transport Summit in June 2014
Global Aviation Leaders Converge On Qatar’s Capital City Doha As Industry Gathering Returns To Middle East Following 17-Year Absence Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced Qatar Airways as the host airline for the 70th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Transport Summit to be held in… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines has officially landed in Wichita, Kansas!
Southwest Airlines Has Officially Launched Service To Wichita Mid-Continent Airport Southwest Airlines Adds 85th City to Route Map, Offering Kansas Travelers More Destinations and More Low Fares 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has officially landed in Wichita, Kansas! Southwest’s first flight arrived at Wichita Mid-Continent Airport on Sunday, June 2, and the airline… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Adds Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper to Airline’s in-flight Beverage Service
Miramar, Florida, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) and Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS) have reached an agreement that adds Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper to the airline’s in-flight beverage service beginning this month. The Miramar, Fla.-based airline already carries DPS’s Canada Dry Ginger Ale, Club Soda and Tonic Water, as well… Read the full press release
Kupuj wcześniej, lataj taniej z LOT-em
Warszawa, 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT z początkiem czerwca proponują nową odsłonę taryfy “First Minute”, przygotowaną specjalnie dla osób, które planują swoje podróże z wyprzedzeniem. Będzie to stała taryfa w ofercie polskiego przewoźnika. „Kupuj wcześniej, lataj taniej” – właśnie pod takim hasłem wystartowała kampania LOT-u promująca bardzo atrakcyjną cenowo taryfę „First Minute”. Najtańsze… Read the full press release