TAT Extends One Million Thanks to Indian Travel Trade as Indian Arrivals Hit One Million

New Delhi, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand New Delhi office organised “A Million Thanks Evening” on 15 January 2013 to thank the Indian travel trade for helping the Thai tourism industry cross an important milestone, the one-million Indian arrivals to Thailand in 2012. A number of senior TAT officials flew in from Bangkok… Read the full press release

Lights, Camera, Fairmont!

Toronto, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/— Luxury Hotel Company Celebrates the Oscars with Top Hotels for Film Buffs Bust out the bubbly and practice that acceptance speech – the Academy Awards are just around the corner and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is getting in the spirit with an awards list of their own! Fairmont has a long history with… Read the full press release

Valentine’s Day Atop Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan

Kaspia restaurant presents two rules for a perfect Valentine’s celebration. 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/— On a Valentine’s Day the most important rule is to spend it with one’s loved one in the most romantic atmosphere possible, full of love and passion. Kaspia Bar and Restaurant atop Four Seasons Hotel Baku is just such a place. The second rule for this day… Read the full press release

Wyndham Worldwide Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2012 Earnings

Full Year Adjusted EPS Growth of 30% Increases Dividend 26% Increases EPS and EBITDA Guidance for 2013 PARSIPPANY, N.J. , 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/— Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:WYN) today announced results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2012. Highlights: Fourth quarter adjusted diluted earnings per share (EPS) was $0.63, compared with $0.47 in the… Read the full press release

8 Ways of Love

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spend a romantic time at Manila Hotel as we give you eight ways to profess your love. From luxurious stays to heart-warming dinner under the stars, love is definitely in the air. 1. Dinner Buffet at Café Ilang-Ilang Take your special someone to a gastronomic journey around the world and say yes to… Read the full press release

The number of overflights in Finnish airspace continued to increase in 2012

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The number of overflights in Finnish airspace reached a record level last year. According to Finavia, the company responsible for air navigation services in Finland, the number of overflights in 2012 increased by nearly 10 per cent from the previous year. The number of overflights is on the increase as airlines optimise… Read the full press release

Presentation of 4th quarter results 2012

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA`s presentation of the fourth quarter results 2012 will take place at 8:30 AM on Friday February 15th at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3, Aker Brygge, Oslo. The results will be presented in Norwegian by the CEO, Bjørn Kjos. Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA, commercially branded “Norwegian,” is a public… Read the full press release

June Boon: A Mid Year Gift from Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

The Maldives has never looked so appealing. 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — June brings many blessings to the Maldives: from prime surf at Kuda Huraa to manta season at Landaa Giraavaru. In 2013, it’s also bringing Four Seasons Resorts Maldives June Boon – a mid-year gift of unbeatable value with the added boon of a romantic beach dinner for two, couple’s Spa treatment,… Read the full press release

New Interstate 80 tourism signs unveiled

Partnership leads to 37 new signs promoting Nebraska sites NORTH PLATTE, NEB., 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Representatives from the Nebraska Tourism Commission, the Nebraska Department of Roads and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission unveiled new Interstate 80 road signs promoting Nebraska tourism attractions today at Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park. Each bright blue sign… Read the full press release

AEROFLOT TRAFFIC AND CAPACITY STATISTICS FOR DECEMBER AND 12 MONTHS OF 2012

Moscow, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — JSC “Aeroflot – Russian Airlines” summed up traffic and capacity statistics for December and 12 months of 2012. In December 2012passenger traffic increased by 16.3% against the same period in 2011 and totaled 1,393.6 ths passengers. International passenger traffic rose by 22.9% (+154.0 ths passengers) reaching 825.9 ths passengers. The number of… Read the full press release

SkyTeam Members’ Premium Travelers Speed through Narita International Airport

First SkyPriority-branded fast-track security lane opens, enhances airport experience AMSTERDAM, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new SkyPriority fast-track security lane has opened at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport, offering SkyTeam’s premium customers a speedier airport experience from checking-in to boarding the plane.  The dedicated security lane is located behind an easily identifiable, SkyPriority-branded wall. Available exclusively to Elite… Read the full press release

Securing the Air Cargo Supply Chain

Geneva, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) identified four priorities to make air cargo more secure and urged stakeholders to move forward on the implementation of the Secure Freight principles. Secure Freight was initiated by IATA to promote global security standards in order to facilitate safe, secure and efficient operations of air… Read the full press release

Celebrate National Elephant Day at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand

A very special day for the gentle giants. 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Each year in Thailand, March 13 is designated National Elephant Day, a day to pay respect to this national symbol and to draw attention to the importance of elephants in Thai culture, as well as to the challenges that still exist in elephant conservation today. While… Read the full press release

VILLA SAN MICHELE LAUNCHES FLORENCE’S MOST EXTENSIVE FAMILY FACILITIES WITH INAUGURATION OF SMILE CLUB

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Set to position Villa San Michele as one of the very best hotels for families in and around Florence, this May will see the launch of the ‘Smile Club’, a boutique and tailored facility for children at the property. The children’s club will be a first for the hotel, an already a… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines Takes Next Step in FAA Authorization for Paine Field Flights

SEATTLE, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is working with the Federal Aviation Administration to add Paine Field in Everett, Wash., as an authorized airport for the carrier’s operations. This is a required step if the carrier were to begin jet service out of the regional airport at some point in the future. As required by… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Reports January Traffic

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that the Company flew 7.3 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in January 2013, a 1.7 percent decrease from the 7.4 billion RPMs flown in January 2012.  Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 0.5 percent to 10.0 billion from the January 2012 level of 9.9 billion.  The… Read the full press release

airberlin starts off the new year with increased capacity utilization

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the first month of 2013, airberlin increased its capacity utilization rate to 83.1 percent, i.e. an increase of 1.0 percentage points over the previous year. In January 2013, Germany’s second-largest airline company welcomed a total of 1,757,109 flight-guests on board. By eliminating unprofitable routes and optimizing flight schedules, airberlin reduced its… Read the full press release

New online interactive tool to access both the performance data and targets of the Single European Sky

PRB Online Performance Dashboard

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Performance Review Body of the EU Single European Sky (SES) has produced an online interactive Performance Dashboard under the provisions of its contract with the European Commission. This e-Dashboard shows actual and targeted performance at EU-wide, Functional Airspace Block/national and airport levels. The e-Dashboard contains graphics, clickable maps, a download area, methodological notes (meta-data) and… Read the full press release

Valentine’s Survey Finds Traveling Together Strengthens Relationships

Couples who take regular trips report increased satisfaction and romance Washington, D.C. – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Instead of buying jewelry and chocolate this Valentine’s Day, consider planning a trip for you and your sweetheart. New research commissioned by the U.S. Travel Association, found at TravelEffect.com, reports couples who travel together are significantly more satisfied with… Read the full press release

The Calgary Airport Authority named a Top Employer in Alberta

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Calgary Airport Authority is pleased to once again be named as one of Alberta’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. This special designation recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. The Authority’s commitment to creating a dynamic work environment was also recognized by Mediacorp in 2009,… Read the full press release

London City Airport Appoints New Director Of Planning

Rachel Ness - Director of Infrastructure, Strategy and Planning.

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport [LCY] has appointed Rachel Ness as Director of Infrastructure, Strategy and Planning, strengthening its management team ahead of submitting an application to develop its infrastructure. Rachel joins from Covanta Energy where she was Director of Planning. A qualified planner with a wealth of experience gained over nearly 20 years,… Read the full press release

Hartsfield-Jackson still ‘world’s busiest airport’ in 2012

Airport makes history with record-breaking 95 million passengers, highest total for any aviation hub ATLANTA – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The numbers are in! For the 15th consecutive year, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has retained the title of world’s busiest airport. Aviation officials reported passenger traffic increased by more than 3.1 million passengers in 2012, making 2012… Read the full press release

Airport’s Green Build Summer 2013 Grand Opening on Schedule and on Budget

Significant Construction Milestones Ahead in 2013; Dual-Level Roadway Canopy Installation Under Way SAN DIEGO – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Construction on The Green Build Terminal 2 expansion continues to move forward on time and on budget, looking toward a grand opening this summer. To date, nearly 6,000 workers have had a role in The Green Build, the largest construction… Read the full press release

AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS APPROVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR LAX SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT STUDY, ADOPT STAFF-RECOMMENDED ALTERNATIVE

Los Angeles, California – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today approved the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the LAX Specific Plan Amendment Study (SPAS), including the Final LAX SPAS Report; the Staff-Recommended Alternative; and amendments to the LAX Plan and LAX Specific Plan. The Board also certified that the Draft… Read the full press release

MARINE DELIVERS PRESS RELEASE – BI – NATIONAL STUDY HIGHLIGHTS GREEN ADVANTAGES OF GREAT LAKES-SEAWAY SHIPPING

MARINE DELIVERS PRESS RELEASE - BI-NATIONAL STUDY HIGHLIGHTS GREEN ADVANTAGES OF GREAT LAKES-SEAWAY SHIPPING

A comprehensive report released today has defined the modal and environmental advantages of using marine shipping to transport goods in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway region. Washington, D.C. – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ —  A comprehensive report released today has defined the modal and environmental advantages of using marine shipping to transport goods in the Great… Read the full press release

PIA introduces Boeing 777 to Leeds Bradford Airport

PIA’s Muhammad Shafique (L) and Leeds Bradford Airport’s Tony Hallwood (R) welcome the introduction of Pakistan International Airlines’ Boeing 777 operations from LBA to Islamabad.

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the introduction of Boeing 777 operations on their non-stop services from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Islamabad from 13 March, 2013. This larger aircraft, renowned for its comfort and spaciousness, will offer enhanced cabin facilities providing 35 business class seats and 294 in economy.  Passengers in… Read the full press release

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Vail Offers Brew & Renew Treatments

Spa Relaxation Lounge

Award-winning Spa partners with Vail-based Crazy Mountain Brewing Company to feature beer-infused, male-centric treatments Vail, U.S.A. – 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Vail, a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Spa, announces its new Brew & Renew offering for male patrons. The Spa has partnered with Vail-based Crazy Mountain Brewing Company, Vail Valley’s first production brewery, to create these… Read the full press release

Travelzoo Launches New iPhone App

Faster, sleeker, more visual access to unbeatable travel and leisure deals NEW YORK, 2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, today launched its second-generation iPhone app, giving on-the-go travelers even easier access to its outstanding deals. The new simplified app, which features “Today’s Best Deals” and Top 20® on the home screen, gives users… Read the full press release

Burning with passion for Canada? Ask CTC’s Tourism BizWiz

Burning with passion for Canada? Ask CTC’s Tourism BizWiz.

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Get the latest info on the CTC and Canadian tourism industry. This time: visiting Canada from the Philippines. Hi BizWiz I want to visit Canada to see my boyfriend. What do I need to come there? And what papers do I need to visit him? I am from the Philippines. Thanks, Cherry… Read the full press release

Oman Air Adds Two Further Aircraft to Its Growing Fleet

Oman Air Adds Two Further Aircraft to Its Growing Fleet

2013-02-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oman Air is further expanding its fleet of Boeing 737-800s with the introduction of two additional aircraft, bringing the airline’s total fleet strength to 30. The expansion follows shortly after the Sultanate of Oman and India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to meet the increased demand for air services between the… Read the full press release