Make Your Next Meeting A Smart Meeting With Rendezvous Hospitality Group Plus Have The Chance To Win A Trip To Singapore – Now That Would Be Smart!

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rendezvous Hospitality Group (RHG) has launched a range of Smart Meeting Hot Offers available across their entire hotel portfolio. With 13 hotels in 10 locations across Asia Pacific and with special Conference Day and Residential Package rates on offer along with a number of value added options and discounts, there is sure… Read the full press release

Qatar Tourism Authority ready to dazzle the world at the 10th Anniversary of the Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition

26 exhibitors, representing some 500 of the world’s best known and most prestigious gemstone and watch labels A remarkable 15% increase on international brands Seven-day exhibition, dubbed “Pure Luxury”, spread over 15,000sqm area of jewelry & watches Doha-Qatar, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassem Bin Jabor Al Thani,… Read the full press release

Jersey: A new surf center opens in the heart of St Ouen’s Bay securing 12 jobs

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new local surf company will operate from the Watersplash this spring, taking over the lease from the Jersey Surf School. The ‘Splash Surf Center’ will be managed by local waterman and surfer Chester Mackley, and will offer surfing lessons to groups, schools and individuals. Mackley said; ‘I am really excited to… Read the full press release

TAT Sees Opportunity to Boost Thailand’s Tourism in Spain and Belgium Markets

Bangkok, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) took part in two large annual travel trade fairs in Europe – FITUR 2013 and Holiday Fair. FITUR 2013 was held in Madrid, Spain during 30 January – 3 February, 2013, while the Holiday Fair was set in Brussels, Belgium during 2-5 February, 2013. There were… Read the full press release

Spring Break Travel Trends

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Welcome to the February edition of TRAVEL GUARD UPDATE, a monthly review designed to provide you with up-to-date information on the latest travel trends. This month, we polled travel agents to learn about their clients’ spring break booking trends. We’ll also touch upon a handy tip to ensure smooth travels this spring break… Read the full press release

Eat With Your Wallet Full During Spring Restaurant Week in Hershey

Dates announced for bi-annual celebration of food  Hershey, Pa., 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mark your calendars! Spring Restaurant Week in Hershey is scheduled for March 17 – 23. Food lovers can make reservations at participating restaurants now to secure a seat at the table. Eight restaurants operated by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R) will offer a… Read the full press release

Rotana Jet showcases its latest A319 aircraft at Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2013

As a major Sponsor for the region’s only General Aviation Exhibition Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company and Rotana Jet announced today the participation of Rotana Jet in Abu Dhabi Air Expo, for the second year running, as a major sponsor. The participation of Rotana Jet in the region’s only… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills Launches Mobile App to Provide Access to Hotel Amenities and Services

New app from Intelity is compatible with both iPhone and Android devices. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills has launched a mobile app through Intelity, creator of the world’s first interactive guest service technology. This app is available on iPhone, iPad and Android devices, to provide access to the Hotel’s amenities and services… Read the full press release

Newquay Cornwall Airport: £60m fund to accelerate Enterprise Zone infrastructure

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership welcomes today’s launch of the Enterprise Zone Infrastructure Fund by the Department of Communities and Local Government. The £60m fund is being targeted at Enterprise Zones which have real short term growth potential and is aimed at unlocking key infrastructure projects. Aerohub @ Newquay… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Applauds TSA PreCheck Reaching Milestone of 40 Airports

Washington, D.C., 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Statement by Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, regarding today’s announcement by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) that PreCheck, a trusted traveler program, has expanded to Austin-Bergstrom International, Cleveland Hopkins International, Memphis International, Nashville International and Raleigh-Durham International airports: “We are thrilled to see PreCheck expand… Read the full press release

Aeroflot Open International Innovation Contest Grand Final

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aeroflot Open International Innovation Contest Grand Final will take place in Moscow starting from March 01 till March 03, 2013. This is the first time such a contest is held in Russia. The main goal of this competition organized in partnership with the Federal Business Incubators Network «Open Innovation Inc.» is to develop a concept of «In-flight Entertainment Platform». Teams of professional developers and university students… Read the full press release

HARRY JAVER NAMED 2013 ANNUAL GIVING CAMPAIGN CHAIR

Cites Need for Industry to Support Student Scholarships 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Harry Javer has been named chair of the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) Fund Development Committee, which is responsible for overseeing the Annual Giving campaign, the group’s primary fundraising vehicle. Javer is founder and president of The Conference Bureau and the co-founder… Read the full press release

Iberia pone en marcha un plan para ofrecer alternativas a los clientes afectados por la huelga

En iberia.com están ya publicados los listados de vuelos cancelados para los días 4, 5, 6, 7 y 8 de marzo. La compañía ha flexibilizado las tarifas para facilitar los cambios o reembolsos a los clientes afectados por las cancelaciones. Los clientes que hayan adquirido sus billetes a través de agencias de viajes, deben ponerse… Read the full press release

Be the “Beauty on the Beach” This Spring Break with Help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Just in time for Spring Break, The Spa introduces a special package to prep for that vacation in the sun. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Be the beauty on the beach this spring break or for that beach escape with help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The Spa introduces the new Beauty and the Beach package, which combines a sand… Read the full press release

Oslo Airport welcomes W.B. Samson

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 15 February, W.B. Samson opened its bakery at Oslo Airport. This is the only full-service bakery at a Scandinavian airport. The bakery offers a variety of coffees and teas, as well as homemade hot chocolate with real whipped cream, sandwiches and many other baked goods. Customers can also purchase marzipan cream… Read the full press release

Hilton Pattaya Launches New Promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ At eforea: spa at Hilton

A Uniquely Indulgent Experience Makes It Easy to Have a Healthy Lifestyle PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today unveiled its latest promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ at eforea: spa at Hilton. Available from February 11, 2013 on Level 17 between 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, guests can enjoy a new healthy range… Read the full press release

GBTA Foundation, Project ICARUS Announces Finalists for the Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards 2013

Award for Outstanding Achievements in Furthering Business Travel and Meetings Sustainability Programs Alexandria, VA, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The GBTA Foundation, the education and research foundation of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and Project ICARUS are proud to announce the finalists in contention for the first Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards. The awards recognize travel buyers, suppliers… Read the full press release

JAL Serves Japan-Made Cheese Onboard International Flights

TOKYO, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines will offer a new lineup of Japanese cheese for First and Executive Class customers on select international routes from March 1, 2013. As an airline established in Japan, we hope to promote the excellence of Japanese cheese to our customers. An assortment of 16 types of cheese have been chosen… Read the full press release

Mum’s The Word This Mother’s Day At Four Seasons Hotel Dublin

Lovely ways to pamper mothers on March 10. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year, why not create unforgettable memories and celebrate Mothers Day on Sunday, March 10, 2013 atFour Seasons Hotel Dublin? Guests will be spoiled for choice as the possibilities are endless, including a special Sunday Brunch in Seasons Restaurant, where Executive Chef Terry White’s menu will delight and inspire;… Read the full press release

Viva España: Successful take-off for the first airberlin non-stop flight from Berlin to Madrid

The only non-stop service in operation from Berlin-Tegel to Madrid Smooth transfer to onward flights via Berlin connecting Madrid with 16 destinations in Europe 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — It was a successful premiere for the first airberlin flight from Berlin-Tegel to Madrid: on 25th February more than 130 flight guests and invited media representatives celebrated the… Read the full press release

Enterprise Boosts UK Airport Presence with New Branch at Belfast INTERNATIONAL Airport (UK)

2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car hire company, has opened a new onsite branch in the Arrivals Hall of Belfast International Airport. With this addition Enterprise now has a branch at every major UK airport, ensuring it is able to offer car hire to incoming tourists and business travellers as well as… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Vail Announces Spring Break Offers

Escape to high elevation this Spring with “Midweek Mogul” or “Third Night Free” specials fromFour Seasons. 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Vail announces its special offers for Spring Break – Midweek Mogul and Stay Longer -Third Night Free. “Spring is a popular time to visit Vail, as spring skiing lends itself to warmer temperatures, yet you still have the vast… Read the full press release

AIR FRANCE INCREASES SERVICES TO THE IVORY COAST, GABON AND NIGERIA

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ —  As from 15 April 2013, Air France will operate 10 weekly flights to Abidjan in the Ivory Coast by Boeing 777-300 and Airbus A340 from its hub at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. To better meet the needs of its customers, Air France is continuing to invest in the Ivory Coast by increasing… Read the full press release

Summer Sun in Portugal at the 4* Marina Club

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The stylish Marina Club occupies an enviable position right in the heart of Lagos marina. Conveying an overriding sense of space and tranquillity and with chic, minimalist decor, this property offers the highest standards of furnishings, service and facilities, and will appeal to those looking for something a little special and different,… Read the full press release

Adventure Travel Emerges at ITB as Sector to Watch

Seattle, WA., 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Adventure travel will feature prominently at ITB-Berlin this year, as evidenced by the presence of the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) in the opening congress, Corporate Social Responsibility Day, during a panel and the ATTA’s new AdventureConnect Peer-to-Peer exchange in Hall 4.1 – Adventure Stage. And, for the first time, IPK’s ITB World Tourism Monitor report 2012/2013, includes a… Read the full press release

Wizz Air launches new Budapest – Malta route for May 2013

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, Central and Eastern Europe’s largest low cost carrier, has announced the addition of a twice weekly Budapest – Malta flight to its expansive offering from the Hungarian capital. This latest route which begins on 17 May 2013, brings the number of airports served by Wizz Air from Budapest to 35,… Read the full press release

Give the Apple of Your Eye the Big Apple with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are giving Yorkshire customers another chance to grab a bite of the big apple, direct from Leeds Bradford Airport. On sale from today, there are two outbound flights taking off on 5th and 12th December 2013 – perfectly timed to treat a loved one to a pre-Christmas getaway in… Read the full press release

PATA Annual Summit to Define and Advance the ‘Complete Visitor Economy’

Bangkok, 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leaders of the Complete Visitor Economy will gather for the 2013 PATA Annual Summit (2013PAS) in Bangkok April 25-28, 2013. Confirmed speakers include Taleb Rifai, Secretary General, UNWTO; Gloria Guevara, Former Secretary of Tourism, Mexico; Lothar Pehl, Senior VP Operations and Global Initiatives, Starwood Hotels and Resorts; Abid Butt, CEO, Banyan… Read the full press release

CABIN CREW AGREEMENT WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF TRANSFORM 2015: AIR FRANCE SIGNS A SET OF DECISIONS WITH CABIN CREW UNIONS

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France today (20 February 2013)  signed a set of decisions with the three cabin crew unions (SNPNC, UNAC and UNSA) which will give rise to a new collective cabin crew agreement before 15 March 2013. This set of decisions for cabin crew, as for ground staff and pilots, is based on… Read the full press release

Camiel Eurlings Appointed KLM President & CEO

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Based on a decision taken by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines’ Supervisory Board on Wednesday, Camiel Eurlings is appointed President & CEO effective 1 July 2013. He will succeed Peter Hartman who has held this position since 1 April 2007. As of 1 July 2013, KLM’s statutory Board of Managing Directors will then… Read the full press release