Product facilitates organization of large-scale events worldwide AMSTERDAM, 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has enhanced its Global Meetings product to offer more convenience when organizing international events. New features include an online self-booking tool, enabling delegates to book discounted travel on any of SkyTeam’s 19 member airlines through a dedicated portal on… Read the full press release
IHG won nine awards at 2013 TTG China Travel Awards
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG, the largest international hotel company by number of rooms in China, received nine awards at TTG China Travel Awards presented by TTG Publishing, the leading industry publication in Asia Pacific. These awards demonstrate the industry-wide recognition of IHG and its brands’ long dedication to China market and its consistent best-in-class performance…. Read the full press release
Jet Airways to introduce daily services from Kochi to Kuwait via Abu Dhabi
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, will introduce daily services from Kochi to Kuwait via Abu Dhabi, effective May 16, 2013. Jet Airways presently operates double daily flights between Mumbai and Kuwait. The airline will deploy a state-of-the-art Boeing 737-800 Next Generation (NG) aircraft on this route, offering Premiere and Economy guests… Read the full press release
Katie Lim, Oakwood Worldwide® New Director Of Supplier Management For Asia Pacific Region
LOS ANGELES, 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartments, announces the addition of Katie Lim as director of supplier management for its Asia Pacific region. She will be responsible for driving the regional growth of the business through strategic supplier relationships. This position is part of the company’s commitment… Read the full press release
Toronto Pearson International Airport, GoodLife Fitness Club’s first ever in-airport location
Toronto, ON, 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frequent flyers and occasional travellers alike will be able to take advantage of the custom-designed GoodLife Fitness Club arriving in Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport this September, the first ever in-airport location for GoodLife. Toronto Pearson is Canada’s leading airport with many passengers who desire an exceptional travel experience. … Read the full press release
Norwegian Long Haul signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Virgin Atlantic
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Long Haul has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Virgin Atlantic. The agreement enables Norwegian to tap into Virgin Atlantic’s expertise on long-haul operations, while Virgin Atlantic’s instructors will receive pilot training on board Norwegian’s brand new 787-8 Dreamliner. Norwegian’s first Dreamliner is due for delivery at the end of… Read the full press release
Essential Travel’s Top Ten Cheapest UK Destinations
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — With recent news of the pound tumbling lower and lower against the Euro, leading online travel insurance and airport parking supplier, Essential Travel, have researched the top ten UK destinations that still offer a good value for money vacation, without skimping on quality. Whether it’s a long weekend or a summer holiday, these destinations will help… Read the full press release
AAAE/USCTA Applaud Decision to Keep Contract Towers Open
Alexandria, VA, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — J. Spencer Dickerson, Executive Director of the U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), released the following statement in response to the decision today by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to continue operations through the fiscal year at 149 contract towers previously scheduled for closure on June 15: “We are grateful that… Read the full press release
The Jersey Biodiversity Centre was officially opened today
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Jersey Biodiversity Centre was officially opened today and will become a key provider of records and other information about Jersey’s natural environment. Environment Guernsey, the Société Jersiaise and the States of Jersey Department of the Environment have worked together to establish the Jersey Biodiversity Centre (JBC). For more than two centuries… Read the full press release
VIRTUOSO TRAVELER Magazine Highlights “29 Experiences of a Lifetime”
Leading Luxury Network Offers Inspiration for Travel Must-Dos NEW YORK, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spanning land, sea, sky, and even space, luxury travel network Virtuoso® offers memorable experiences no matter what the destination. The April/May issue of its VIRTUOSO TRAVELER magazine highlights “29 Experiences of a Lifetime,” which can be brought to life by Virtuoso travel advisors together with… Read the full press release
Metrolink will celebrate Bike to Work Day by offering free train rides to bicyclists
LOS ANGELES, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink will celebrate Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 16, by offering free train rides to Southern California commuters who bring their bicycles on board Metrolink trains. Metrolink bicyclists can transfer for free to Metro Rail and buses (metro.net), as well as buses operated by 10 other transit agencies:… Read the full press release
Taste of Chicago once again features the Mazda6 Celebrity Chef du Jour
Noted Chefs Prepare Three-Course Dining Experience 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the City of Chicago continues to demonstrate a robust culinary community of noted chefs, the city’s premier food festival continues its efforts to highlight these food masters as Taste of Chicago once again features the Mazda6 Celebrity Chef du Jour. This year’s menu of celebrity… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Maldives Celebrates Children’s Day
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — On March 10th 2013 Dusit Thani Maldives celebrated Children’s Day, recognising children and hospitality in the Baa Atoll. The resort invited 30 children and their teachers from the islands of Kihaadhoo, Dhonfanu and Dharavandhoo. A fun programme of activities was organised aiming to instil hospitality awareness and values in young children, as… Read the full press release
New water play experience will open this summer at Zoo Atlanta
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coming Soon: Splash Fountain At Zoo Atlanta WHO: Summer 2013 will bring an exciting new reason for guests to stay and play in the home of more than 1,500 animals from around the world. Preliminary construction has begun on an all-new Splash Fountain sponsored by the Atlanta Fulton County Recreation Authority on… Read the full press release
This summer, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers the Experience More package
Experience More with Four Seasons Hotel Prague This Summer. Hotel credit, art tours, private visit of Karlstejn Castle and more await at Four Seasons this summer holiday. 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — For this summer season, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers the Experience More package, applicable for Deluxe rooms and categories above. The package includes a Hotel Credit of EUR 75.00 once per room per stay of a minimum… Read the full press release
Dragonair offers exciting Chinese dishes from Man Ho of JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
HONG KONG, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dragonair today announced the second year of its collaboration with Man Ho, the premium Chinese restaurant at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, that is offering exciting and innovative Chinese dishes in the air. Dragonair passengers on selected flights from Hong Kong to Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Ningbo,… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines celebrates new service in Philadelphia with a big giveaway – 25 million frequent flyer bonus miles
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — 1,000 People to Receive Enough Miles for Award Ticket* (with taxes and fees from only $5 per award) WHO/WHAT: Spirit Airlines is celebrating its new service in Philadelphia in a big way and giving away 25 million frequent flyer bonus miles on Thursday, May 16, 2013.1,000 people (18 years and older) will… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines’ Live at 35™ concert series returns with Travelin’ Taylor Tour
Six Inflight Concerts. Six Taylor Guitars. Six Ways to Win! 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines’ Live at 35™ concert series has returned with the Travelin’ Taylor Tour, a series of six inflight shows featuring current and rising stars spanning multiple musical genres who play Taylor Guitars. During this unique inflight experience, each featured musician will… Read the full press release
Heathrow’s April 2013 Traffic and Business Report
Heathrow receives highest ever passenger satisfaction scores CAA price cap proposals discourage continued investment 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow saw 5.8 million passengers in April, a 0.7% decrease on April 2012. This was due to the earlier timing of Easter this year with all pre-Easter traffic occurring in March, leading to weaker passenger numbers for April… Read the full press release
Ryanair announces surge in bookings to Malmo for 2013 Eurovision Song Contest
100,000 Seats From Just £15.99 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (13 May) announced a surge in bookings to Malmo, as the Swedish city gears up to host the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest this week. Ryanair currently flies between Malmo and seven European destinations and has recorded strong bookings on… Read the full press release
Celebrate Summer with Gaylord Hotels’ SummerFest
SummerFest Activities Include The DreamWorks Experience and More. NASHVILLE, TENN., 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s no better way to get away this summer than with Gaylord Hotels’ SummerFest, an exciting line-up of special events and activities available all summer long – from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend at Gaylord Hotels. Located in or near Washington,… Read the full press release
Discover the works of Noureddine Chater at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests can discover the works of artist painter Noureddine Chater at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech until June 30, 2013. The work of Noureddine Chater is rooted in the tradition of Arabic calligraphy, and further transcends and stands out as art that highlights the interaction between the text and the figural, the idea and form. Alphabet,… Read the full press release
Monarch Airlines launches brand new phone app
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading scheduled leisure airline, Monarch, has launched a brand new phone app designed to make the customer experience even more enjoyable, particularly at the airport. The app, called simply ‘Monarch’, boasts a whole host of features for the leisure traveller designed to make their experience even easier whilst supporting the airline’s campaign… Read the full press release
Bristol Airport teams up with Destination Bristol and Bath Tourism Plus at Routes Europe
Bristol Mayor backs mission to secure new air services 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport is teaming up with Destination Bristol and Bath Tourism Plus to promote the region’s attractions to airlines at the Routes Europe event in Budapest next week (12-14 May). The aviation industry’s annual route development forum gives airports and tourism authorities the… Read the full press release
Shannon Airport launches website and app for iPhone, iPad and android devices
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, 10th May, sees the launch of the new Shannon Airport website and app for iPhone, iPad and android devices. Our aim for both the website and the app is to provide customers with everything they need to know from the planning stages of a trip right through to boarding the plane… Read the full press release
Brand USA hosts familiarization trip for nearly 100 influential international travel agents
Washington, DC, 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, Brand USA, the new tourism marketing entity responsible for promoting the United States to world visitors, has organized its first-ever, multi-itinerary familiarization trip for nearly 100 influential international travel agents, May 9-16. “The Brand USA inaugural MegaFam is providing some of the United… Read the full press release
Iberia renueva su alta dirección para liderar la transformación de la compañía
El número de directores que reportan directamente al consejero delegado se reduce a nueve Desaparece el concepto de dirección general Se potencia la dirección de Desarrollo de Red y Alianzas como apuesta de crecimiento futuro Se crea la Dirección Corporativa que engloba Recursos Humanos, Seguridad y Responsabilidad Social Corporativa, donde uno de sus objetivos prioritarios… Read the full press release
Hampton Hotels Celebrates Grand Opening of 1,900th Property in New York
Nearly 150 Brand Leaders, VIPs Gather for ‘Hamptonality United’ Event Unveiling New-Build Hampton Inn Manhattan/United Nations and Honoring Hampton’s Global Diversity, Strength MCLEAN, Va., 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phil Cordell, global head, focused service and Hampton brand management at Hilton Worldwide and Jim Holthouser, executive vice president, global brands at Hilton Worldwide welcomed nearly 150 hospitality… Read the full press release
Early Summer Deals at Hershey Lodge
Rates from $199, Packages from $295 on Select Dates in May and June Hershey, Pa., 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Hersheypark prepares to open Shoreline Sprayground and two new water slides in The Boardwalk at Hersheypark, Hershey Lodge is also gearing up for a fun-filled summer. Visitors are invited to take an early summer getaway and receive exclusive pricing on packages and… Read the full press release
‘Best Jobs’ candidates seek support for their application including influential figures willing to endorse them
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two US talk show hosts, an Olympic gold medallist, an Academy Award winning actress, a former Australian cricket captain, a German supermodel, a Welsh world champion boxer, a Bollywood actor and a Canadian celebrity chef are amongst the international figures who have provided support for the candidates still in the running for… Read the full press release