2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, have announced the winners of its inaugural 2013 Travellers’ Choice Islands Awards, based entirely on feedback from millions of TripAdvisor travellers. Jersey has great cause for celebration – the Channel Island has been crowned Britain’s second best island and even features in the European top 10… Read the full press release
Charles “Chip” Barclay Announces Retirement at American Association of Airport Executives
Alexandria, VA, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Charles “Chip” Barclay announced today his retirement as CEO of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), effective December 1, 2013. Barclay joined the association as CEO in 1983 and has led the staff during a period of rapid growth and advancement for the organization. Barclay said, “I want to… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines увеличивает частоту полетов в Волгоград
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines, участник глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, объявляет об открытии нового рейса Москва – Волгоград. Рейс S7-1169/1170 Москва – Волгоград – Москва будет выполняться c 1 апреля 2013 года с периодичностью четыре раза в неделю – по понедельникам, вторникам, четвергам и субботам. С 27 мая частота полетов увеличится до шести раз в неделю –… Read the full press release
VisitEngland: 2.7 MILLION BRITS TO TAKE A UK BREAK OVER EASTER WEEKEND
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2.7 million Brits (6 per cent of the adult population) plan to make the most of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend by taking at least one overnight holiday trip in the UK, with 2.5 million people (5 per cent) planning to take that trip in England, according to VisitEngland’s latest Trip Tracker… Read the full press release
MOON PALACE GOLF & SPA RESORT ANNOUNCES BEACH BOYS PERFORMANCE & LAUNCHES AIR CREDIT PROMOTION
Cancun’s premier entertainment destination enhances offerings in time for Summer MIAMI, Fla., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Palace Resorts – the company that sets the standard in luxurious, all-inclusive resort accommodations – proudly announces legendary super group, The Beach Boys, in concert at the Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort on August 6, 2013. And, just in time… Read the full press release
Australia’s most cherished Grand Hotel, The Windsor, launches What’s Your Windsor Story campaign
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of its 130th anniversary as Australia’s most cherished Grand Hotel, The Windsor has launched a What’s Your Windsor Story campaign asking former guests to share their memories and memorabilia that will be featured as part of an commemorative exhibition to be hosted during its milestone anniversary. For thirteen decades,… Read the full press release
Makena Golf Course to Close for the Rest of the Year for a multi-million dollar improvement program
Next Phase of Makena Makeover begins Makena Golf Course to Close for Remainder of the Year New Course to Come On Line in Early 2014 Makena, Maui, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the completion of the makeover of the hotel at Makena Resort, ownership is turning its attention to Makena Golf Course. An announcement today by… Read the full press release
Saint Louis Zoo, Mid-America Chevy Dealers sealed a multi-year partnership that will help conserve animals at home and around the world
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mid-America Chevy Dealers, representing 33 Missouri and Illinois Chevy dealers, have sealed a multi-year partnership with the Saint Louis Zoo that will help conserve animals at home and around the world. The partnership includes opportunities for showcasing Chevy vehicles on Zoo grounds and at some of the Zoo’s most well-known events. Among… Read the full press release
Join Woodland Park Zoo for its annual Spring Fling: Enjoy keeper talks and animal feedings
SEATTLE, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Woodland Park Zoo has your spring break plans covered! Join the zoo for its annual Spring Fling, April 12-14 and 19-21. Enjoy keeper talks and an opportunity to feed the elephants, penguins and Australian birds (additional cost for feedings). Spring Fling programs are free with zoo admission, except as noted. The… Read the full press release
Chile and Peru Pilot New Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria for Destinations
WASHINGTON, D.C., 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has selected the Cusco-Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu corridor in Peru, and the shores of Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas, and Frutillar in the Lakes Region of Chile for the second round of its pilot program to test its new Criteria and Indicators for Destinations. These new Early… Read the full press release
Qantas epiQure, Wolf Blass and Lizard Island are joining forces to host an exclusive gourmet wine and dining experience over the weekend of 24-26 May
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qantas epiQure, Wolf Blass and Lizard Island are joining forces to host an exclusive gourmet wine and dining experience for just 80 guests over the weekend of 24-26 May. Against the backdrop of the stunning natural beauty of Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef, guests will be treated to a showcase… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou Celebrates Offical Debut With Unveiling Of Designer Fan
Hong Kong, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou today celebrated its official debut with a champagne lunch reception for over two hundred VIP guests, to unveil the hotel’s signature fan, which has been designed by world respected fashion designer, Vivienne Tam. As a native of Guangzhou, Tam has a strong emotional attachment to the city…. Read the full press release
ALAMO, ENTERPRISE AND NATIONAL ANNOUNCE “CASH-IN CLUB” SPRING PROMOTION TO REWARD TRAVEL AGENT PARTNERS
Promotion Provides Club Members Three Times Points on Rentals; Four Times Points for Elite Members St. Louis, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands have kicked off an exciting promotion for the Cash-In Club rewards program for U.S. and Canadian travel agent partners, on bookings made after March 23, 2013. The promotion offers… Read the full press release
Suite Dreams at Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel
Iconic London Property Creates Nursery Fit For a Royal Baby. London, England, 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel and bespoke nursery designers Dragons of Walton Street, today announce an exclusive partnership which will see a luxury Premium Park View suite transformed into an exquisite, quintessentially British nursery, designed and tailored with a… Read the full press release
Ryanair announces partnership with National Express, offering affordable and direct coach travel for Ryanair passengers
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (28 Mar) announced a new partnership with Europe’s largest scheduled coach operator, National Express, offering Ryanair passengers travelling to/from London and Manchester affordable and direct coach travel. Ryanair passengers travelling to/from London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted and Manchester can avail of direct National… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Launches campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan
Launches campaign to mark half a century of successful operations in the country 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today launched a campaign to commemorate its 50th year of operations in Japan. As part of the celebrations, the leading global hospitality company has announced a series of promotions and sweepstakes that will be rolled out over the… Read the full press release
Civil Aviation Authority is warning British holidaymakers to make sure they get an ATOL certificate to avoid being left out of pocket
2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the cold weather continuing, thousands of British holidaymakers are expected to book summer getaways this Easter weekend however, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is warning people to make sure they get an ATOL certificate to avoid being left out of pocket. Today’s warning comes as new research reveals that some… Read the full press release
Canada returns as the star of the show in China
Canadian travel adventures and TV exposure form a dream ticket for Chinese travellers in CTC’s buzz-building promotion. 2013-03-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Who says lightning doesn’t strike twice in the same place? The China office of the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has just unveiled the second season of its “Canada, You can be a Star” promotion. Wannabe Canadian adventurers must answer… Read the full press release
IHG signed an agreement with the Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC to open Crowne Plaza in Muscat
Muscat, Oman, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, today announced that it has signed an agreement with the Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC (Omran) to open Crowne Plaza Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Muscat. The 296-room hotel will be the second Crowne Plaza hotel in… Read the full press release
Newquay Cornwall Airport announced as a new UK search and rescue base
2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following yesterdays announcement by the Department of Transport that The Bristow Group will be taking over the UK’s helicopter search and rescue operations from 2015, Newquay Cornwall Airport has been confirmed as one of the 10 UK bases for the new services. Announcing details of the new 10 year contract, the Government said… Read the full press release
Austrian and Tyrolean concentrate energies further
Tyrolean administration to be concentrated at Vienna hub Aircraft maintenance and Call Center to remain at Innsbruck location 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Austrian Airlines Group is taking another step in its restructuring programme, as all its administrative duties are concentrated in Vienna in future. Around 100 of the 400 jobs of Tyrolean Airways in Innsbruck… Read the full press release
BAHRAIN AIRPORT COMPANY PROMOTES THE KINGDOM’S AVIATION CAPABILITIES ABROAD
2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — On the sidelines of its’ participation at Routes Asia 2013 in India, a delegation from Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) met a number of senior officials from internationally renowned aviation companies where the assets of Bahrain’s aviation sector were showcased. Bahrain International Airport (BIA) caters for 38 international airlines, utilising the country’s strategic… Read the full press release
Silicon Valley Airport and its Airlines Advise Travelers to Plan Ahead and Arrive Early for a Smooth Travel Experience
SAN JOSE, CA, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spring Break is generating increased passenger traffic at Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Silicon Valley Airport and its airlines advise travelers to plan ahead and check in early to prevent delays during this busy travel holiday period. Passenger traffic is on the rebound at SJC due to increased volume for Spring Break travel… Read the full press release
GBTA announces the first step in a global translation project
Association Project Reinforces Commitment to Deliver Global Content Locally Toronto, ON., 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – today announced the first step in a global translation project, with the production of French translations of three key GBTA resources to support French speaking… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta and Jakarta RACE 2012 Partners Donate 500 Million Rupiah to Indonesian Cancer Foundation
Proceeds come from Jakarta RACE held in October 2012. 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta, together with PT. AIA FINANCIAL as main partner and PT Roche Indonesia, PT Cargill Indonesia and Aqua Danone as partners of Jakarta RACE 2012, handed IDR 500 million to the Yayasan Kanker Indonesia (Indonesian Cancer Foundation) as the result of the annual… Read the full press release
Dragonair launches new uniform for customer-facing staff across its network
HONG KONG, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dragonair today announced the rollout of the airline’s new uniform to more than 3,000 customer-facing staff across its network, effective from 28 March 2013. A launch event was held today hosted by Dragonair Chairman John Slosar and Chief Executive Officer Patrick Yeung, with the uniform’s designer, Mr Eddie Lau, in… Read the full press release
airberlin: improved service offered to business travellers and frequent flyers in Hamburg
2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its comfort initiative, airberlin has opened an Exclusive Waiting Area for frequent flyers and Business Class travellers in Hamburg, following similar moves in Berlin, Dusseldorf, Cologne-Bonn and Munich. The airline which operates on a global scale is constantly investing in providing an even better service for its guests. In… Read the full press release
The CAA has launched a new training package focusing on the maintenance of core pilot flying skills
2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Improved cockpit monitoring amongst flight crew – where pilots check each others’ actions and the aircraft’s response – is an important tool in reducing the number of potential safety incidents, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said today. With the aviation industry increasingly seeking safety gains by focusing on the maintenance of… Read the full press release
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort Hosts Themed Events, Activities and More
PHOENIX, 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Summertime at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort means both pool time and fun time that can’t be had anywhere else. From superheroes and aliens to sports stars, families will be transported to a fantasy world at the property’s “Summer of Imagination.” From May 28 to August 31, The River Ranch will be transformed… Read the full press release
RYANAIR.COM IS OFFICIALLY IRELAND’S NO 1 TRAVEL WEBSITE
Almost 1m Irish Visits In January 2013-03-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Ireland’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (27 Mar) welcomed the confirmation that Ryanair.com is Ireland’s No 1 travel website, following the release of the latest online statistics from ComScore. Ryanair.com attracted over 14% of total travel website traffic in Ireland, with nearly 1m visits,… Read the full press release