China Accounts for Nearly One in Four Additional Passengers Geneva – 2012-12-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released an industry traffic forecast showing that airlines expect to welcome some 3.6 billion passengers in 2016. That’s about 800 million more than the 2.8 billion passengers carried by airlines in 2011. These figures are… Read the full press release
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Army-Navy Game Weekend Returns To Philadelphia Generating Millions In Economic Impact For Region
Fifty Thousand Visitors Expected In Philadelphia for 113th Edition of the Army-Navy Football Game PHILADELPHIA, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The interservice rivalry between the Army and Navy returns to Philadelphia on Saturday, December 8 for the 84th time since the Game’s inception and its 113th edition overall. The weekend is expected to draw 50,000 visitors to… Read the full press release
The Army-Navy Game Returns To Philadelphia With A Full Weekend Of Festivities For Fans
PHILADELPHIA, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 113th Army-Navy Game presented by USAA will be played on December 8, 2012. Fans and locals are invited to join in on the free and budget-friendly activities. Visit www.PhillyLovesArmyNavy.com for more information on all Army-Navy Weekend activities, hotel accommodations, and local discounts. ARMY-NAVY SWIM MEET 6:00 p.m., Thursday, December 6… Read the full press release
PHILADELPHIA, Patriot Games Returning To Army-Navy Weekend With New Team Challenges
Cadets And Midshipmen Will Face Off In Five Head-To-Head Events PHILADELPHIA, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — A Philadelphia Army-Navy tradition, the Patriot Games presented by USAA is an exciting two-day competition between teams of Cadets and Midshipmen. The team to accumulate the most points after five events will win this year’s bragging rights and be presented… Read the full press release
KQ in Campaign Against HIV Travel Bans
Kenya Airways joins global campaign against HIVAIDS travel bans NAIROBI, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kenya Airways is participating in a global campaign against travel restrictions imposed on people living with HIV/ Aids to mark this year’s World Aids Day. The airline’s Chief Executive Officer and Group Managing Director, Dr. Titus Naikuni has joined 44 other Chief Executives from… Read the full press release
Winnipeg Airports Authority Salutes Royal Canadian Air Force with Sign Dedication and Raising of Flags
2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is proud to acknowledge and pay tribute to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) by permanently installing a “Home of the RCAF” sign and flying three flags in recognition of their role in our community. “The Royal Canadian Air Force has a deep history and active presence… Read the full press release
WIZZ AIR CALLS ON MODLIN AIRPORT TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ILS DELAY
PASSENGER COSTS INVOICED TO AIRPORT – DISRUPTION MUST END 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today called on Modlin airport to complete the installation of its Instrument Landing System (ILS), which was promised by the airport to be operational by October 2012. The lack of ILS… Read the full press release
TAT Stockholm Launches Website to Promote Health and Wellness Trips
Bangkok, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Stockholm Office has launched its first website specifically to promote health and wellness travel to Thailand, especially by Swedish women and senior citizens. Ageing populations and changing lifestyles are contributing to a growing demand for health and wellness solutions, with a specific focus on prevention, maintenance… Read the full press release
Zoo Atlanta, BOUNDLESS BUDGIES PARAKEET AVIARY IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Veterinary Team continues to monitor flock following confirmation of one instance of psittacosis WHO: As a precautionary measure, the Boundless Budgies parakeet aviary has been temporarily closed. A histopathology report from a deceased parakeet has indicated the presence of psittacosis, a bacterial infection that can cause respiratory problems in birds and humans. This is the… Read the full press release
Marriott International Commits to Career Development of Youth Throughout Europe
Apprenticeship Schemes Offer Industry Training and Long-term Employment Opportunities for Young People London – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) has launched the Marriott Culinary Apprenticeship Academy (MCAA), its first coordinated effort in the United Kingdom to train and offer young people a viable career in the culinary and hospitality industry. The MCAA is… Read the full press release
The millionth passenger arrives at Oulu Airport
Oulu Airport celebrated its millionth passenger on Tuesday, 27 November 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers at Oulu Airport top the one million mark for the first time. Tiina Nurmelaarrived at Oulu Airport on a Norwegian flight from Helsinki and was received by the airport staff, who gave her flowers. Oulu Airport is the second largest airport in… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Completes more than 800 Volunteer Events during Inaugural Global Week of Service
Team Members served more than 660 local organizations in 401 cities across 51 countries MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — During the week of November 11-18, Hilton Worldwide celebrated its first annual Global Week of Service and furthered the company’s Vision to “fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.” In just eight… Read the full press release
airberlin ‘Help & Fly’ fundraising event: Take a flight, have a party and help people
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 24th November 2012 an airberlin Airbus A330-300 took off from Dusseldorf for a fifteenth successive charity round trip on the occasion of the 25th World AIDS Day. On board, the guests were entertained with cabaret from Käthe Köstlich and the Merz & Pilini variety circus who also added their charm and… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotels in Egypt Team Up as Bronze Sponsor in 3rd Terry Fox Run to Support Cancer Research at 57357 Cancer Hospital
November 17 event took place at the American University Cairo Cairo at The First Residence, Egypt – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotels in Egypt once again embraced the spirit at the 3rd Terry Run organized annually by the Children’s Cancer Hospital. This year’s Marathon of Hope on November 17, 2012 was under the auspices of the… Read the full press release
Grand Lapa, Macau Launches Business Plus Package
Hong Kong, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located on the Macau peninsula, Grand Lapa, Macau, offers ideal facilities for tailor-made meetings, conferences and events in a relaxed resort atmosphere. With multi-purpose function space and a professional catering team, the hotel offers the perfect environment for both business and leisure. Available until June 2013, the Business Plus Package provides… Read the full press release
Wyndham Worldwide, Women on Their Way Announces Top 10 Holiday Destinations for 2012
From fun in the sun to winter wonderlands, destinations offer a holiday vacation for every traveler Parsippany, N.J. – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Women on Their Way by Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), the hospitality industry’s longest-running branded program entirely dedicated to female travelers, has chosen its top 10 holiday destinations for 2012 holiday vacations. After months of hard work,… Read the full press release
CAA and OFT consult on consumer rights GUIDANCE FOR TRAVEL SECTOR
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Holidaymakers booking in the UK should have access to fair, clear and transparent information at the right time according to draft guidance for travel agents, tour operators and price comparison websites published today for consultation by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the Office of Fair Trading (OFT). The joint guidance… Read the full press release
Business As Usual At Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square After Freak Storm
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — It is business as usual at the Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square after a part of the ceiling collapsed after a huge storm hit Brisbane CBD on Saturday. Excessive rain water caused the ceiling over the Reception area to collapse, causing a loss of power and some flooding on the ground floor…. Read the full press release
Qatar Tourism Authority supports Campaign Promoting Law of Ethics in Qatar
Qatar, Doha – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Calling on all visitors and residents of Qatar to understand the country’s rich tradition and values, Qatar Tourism Authority’s (QTA) is supporting the campaign promoting the reinforcement of the country’s Law of Ethics. A campaign run by a group of writers, was a call to remind visitors and residents… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Embarks On “The Charity Teddy Bear for Underprivileged Kids Project” To Raise Funds For Human Help Network Foundation Thailand
PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest corporate social responsibility initiative, ‘The Charity Teddy Bear for Underprivileged KidsProject’. Aimed at raising funds for the Human Help Network Foundation Thailand (www.hhnthailand.org), the project will help protect children’s rights against exploitation, poverty and child discrimination. The charity teddy bear is presented in… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco Welcomes New General Manager
HONG KONG, 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Donald Bowman as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco. His appointment commenced 1 November 2012. Mr. Bowman first joined Mandarin Oriental in 1997 and has held a variety of hotel management positions within the Group, including at Elbow Beach, Bermuda; Mandarin… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Scores High Marks On Corporate Equality Index
MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide announced today that it has scored 90 out of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) 2012 Corporate Equality Index, up 30 points from last year. The additional points achieved by Hilton Worldwide were a result of three initiatives launched this year, including: The launch of the… Read the full press release
Woodland Park Zoo honors U.S. military and veterans with free zoo admission on Veterans Day, November 11
2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Woodland Park Zoo honors U.S. military and veterans with free zoo admission on Veterans Day, November 11 WHAT: Go Dawgs! Go Cougs! Celebrate the Apple Cup with a visit to Woodland Park Zoo and an admission discount. From Nov. 19-25, wear any garb from University of Washington or Washington State University, such as… Read the full press release
Virginia Launches The LINCOLN Movie Trail
Spielberg’s biopic LINCOLN is the subject of a new trail that connects film sites, restaurants and shops in Richmond and Petersburg RICHMOND, Va. – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The worlds of movie magic and travel are set to come together in Virginia with the launch of The LINCOLN Movie Trail. LINCOLN, directed by Steven Spielberg and… Read the full press release
ORIENT-EXPRESS HOTELS APPOINTS JOHN M. SCOTT AS PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. www.orient-express.com today announced that it has appointed John M. Scott III as President and Chief Executive Officer and a Director. Mr. Scott, 47, is an experienced operator of luxury hotels who previously served as President and CEO of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, where he oversaw a portfolio of 17… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta Offers Unique Agritourism Trip For Travellers
HONG KONG, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — For travelers interested in learning about the connection between the land and food, the new Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta offers a unique educational opportunity to visit a local farm with its Experience Farming package. In partnership with Daron Joffe (known as Farmer D), founder and president of Farmer D Organics in Atlanta, guests… Read the full press release
Les Etablissements Hilton Hotels & Resorts de Paris s’Associent avec le Réseau GRETA pour Former des Travailleurs Handicapés au Secteur de l’Hôtellerie
Le Groupe accueille 9 travailleurs handicapés sans emploi au sein de ses 3 hôtels: Hilton Paris Orly Airport, Hilton Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Hilton Paris la Défense PARIS – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Paris Orly Airport, Hilton Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Hilton Paris la Défense et GRETA, le réseau de formation continue, ont… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Seattle Celebrates Marriage with “The Little White Chapel at Four Seasons.”
VOWS Wedding & Event Planning and a community of local vendors create all-inclusive, multi-couple wedding event Seattle, U.S.A. – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle has partnered with VOWS Wedding & Event Planning for an all-inclusive wedding experience on Sunday, December 9 and Monday, December 10, 2012 called “The Little White Chapel at Four Seasons.” This unique celebration is… Read the full press release
Marriott Achieves High Ranking from the Human Rights Campaign
Scores 90% on the 2013 Corporate Equality Index 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC) has awarded Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) a high score of 90 on its annual Corporate Equality Index for 2013. The Corporate Equality Index rates employers by conducting an analysis of America’s top workplaces and their inclusion of… Read the full press release
Last 2012 Honor Flight Leaves from CVG
2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — CVG is proud to continue its support of Honor Flight Tri-State with a ceremony and flight to Washington, D.C. on Nov. 14. This is the last Tri-State Honor Flight in 2012. Honor Flight Tri-State is a non-profit organization, whose sole mission is to fly as many World War II and Korean War… Read the full press release