2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers, visitors and workers traveling to/from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, are advised to expect vehicular traffic congestion and possible delays due to phased closures of westbound Century Boulevard between Airport and Sepulveda boulevards, and then of northbound Sepulveda Boulevard between… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Tourism
The Brussels Airport House is born
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2013 will see the opening of The Brussels Airport House that will bring together, under one roof, the people and the means to provide a complete service to job seekers, employees and employers. Brussels Airport is the second centre of economic growth and employment in Belgium, after the port of Antwerp. With… Read the full press release
New Sunday Service to be launched for Leeds Bradford – Aberdeen Route
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new southbound Sunday service is being introduced by Eastern Airways on the Leeds Bradford – Aberdeen route, as well as a retiming for northbound Sunday flights. The UK’s second largest regional airline will offer passengers more choice with Sunday flights starting from 18 November 2012 and will complement the newly timed… Read the full press release
easyJet, RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2012
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Strategy continues to deliver record profits, growth in profit margins and improved returns for shareholders Results at a glance 2012 2011 Change Total revenue (£ million) 3,854 3,452 +11.6% Profit before tax (£ million) 317 248 +27.9% Pre-tax margin (%) 8.2% 7.2% +1.0ppt Basic earnings per share (pence) 62.5 52.5 +19.0% Proposed… Read the full press release
Statement from Bristol Airport in response to the report by the commission on devolution in Wales (The Silk Commission)
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Silk Commission’s report published today (19 November) recommends that Air Passenger Duty (APD) be devolved to Wales for direct long haul flights, and that devolving all rates of APD to Wales should be part of the UK Government’s future work on aviation taxation. Commenting on the report’s recommendations, Bristol Airport’s Chief… Read the full press release
SAS, The Board has decided that the conditions for the implementation of 4 Excellence NG plan exist
– 8 of 8 new union agreements have been signed November 19 – The Danish Pilot Union Agreement is conditional upon approval by one third of its members. 4Excellence NG is targeting approximately 3 bn SEK of annual improvement from cost reductions and organizational restructuring and approximately 3 bn SEK increased liquidity from asset sales… Read the full press release
It Takes a Village…to Make Vermont’s Downtowns Thrive this Holiday Season
Designated Downtowns Call on Vermonters to take the 50/50 Challenge MONTPELIER, Vt. – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — As downtown businesses across the state ready themselves for the holiday shopping season, the Dept. of Economic, Housing and Community Development (DEHCD) is pleased to announce the 50/50 Challenge, a call to Vermonters to support their community by doing at… Read the full press release
Nouveaux horaires SNCB dès décembre
Comme chaque année, la SNCB adapte ses horaires en décembre. Le nouveau service de train est valable à partir du dimanche 9 décembre 2012 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chaque année, la SNCB lance son nouveau système d’horaires. Il rentrera en vigueur le dimanche 9 décembre 2012. Les adaptations tiennent compte de l’introduction d’un nouveau train international… Read the full press release
TradeWinds Island Grand Resort Fast Facts
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds Island Grand Resort Fast Facts Truly Grand Both tropical and traditional, the Island Grand is the TradeWinds’ classic, fun, family-friendly Florida beachfront resort. It is casual, yet crisp, active yet relaxing, busy yet exhilarating, complete in its offerings yet individual in its attention. The Two Palm Certified Green Lodge is located… Read the full press release
IATA Announces Successful Trials of Electronic Consignment Security Declaration
Geneva – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced successful trials of the Electronic Consignment Security Declaration, (e-CSD). The e-CSD meets regulatory demands for evidence that appropriate security measures have been applied to air cargo and mail by detailing how, when and by whom a consignment of cargo or mail has been… Read the full press release
Innovative New Night Spa Offerings Now Available at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh
Recently named Best Spa in Egypt in SpaFinder Wellness 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh introduces a New Night Spa experience Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — To help r-ebalance the mind, body and spirit, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh is offering a heavenly Four Rituals Night Spa experience, and introducing a new element… Read the full press release
Airport Shopping School Choir competition sees twelve finalists perform at the airport
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cape Town International Airport hosted the Airport Shopping local school choir competition on Saturday 17 November. Congratulations to Harry Gwala High School from Belhar which walked away with the title for 2012! Coming in second was Settlers High School from Bellville West and Bloekbombos Secondary School from Kraaifontein took third place. The… Read the full press release
Hilton HHonors Breaks Into Song and Dance with Flash Mob in Shanghai
Official Sponsor of Elton John China Tour Delivers Unforgettable Experience & Ticket Giveaway Contest SHANGHAI – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide’s 10 distinct hotel brands, delighted onlookers in Shanghai with a first of its kind musical flash mob. Set along the city’s iconic East Nanjing Road, 80 dancers… Read the full press release
QATAR EXECUTIVE HONOURED AS BEST BUSINESS AVIATION OPERATOR OF THE YEAR 2012
Qatar Airways’ Corporate Jet Arm Wins Key Accolade At Aviation Business Awards in Dubai Dubai, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways’ corporate jet division Qatar Executive has been honoured with the Best Business Aviation Operator of the Year 2012 award by the prestigious Middle East industry publication Aviation Business. Qatar Executive beat… Read the full press release
Prezes LOT-u wybrany do President Commitee AEA
Warszawa, 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dzisiaj Marcin Piróg, Prezes Zarządu Polskich Linii Lotniczych LOT, został wybrany do President Commitee Stowarzyszenia Europejskich Przewoźników czyli Association of European Airlines (AEA). Podczas dzisiejszego spotkania AEA, które odbyło się w Brukseli, Prezes dołączył do grona osób zasiadających w President Commitee, które jest najwyższym organem decydującym w Stowarzyszeniu Europejskich Przewoźników…. Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Announces Fares And Flight Schedule To Officially Launch Service In Wichita, Kansas
Southwest Airlines Continues Integration with AirTran Airways by Fully Converting all Flying to Southwest in Wichita Beginning on June 2, 2013 DALLAS – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today the carrier will add an 85th destination to its route map with service to Wichita, Kansas, beginning in June 2013. Southwest starts service in… Read the full press release
Columbus Zoo Cool New Dude Makes His Debut
POWELL, Ohio – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — He is 1,000 pounds and Polar Bear Species Survival Plan participants, including the animal care professionals at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, hope Anana and Aurora will think this cool new dude is a hunka hunka burning love. Nanuq, a 25-year-old male polar bear, came to the Columbus Zoo… Read the full press release
Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, Maldives, was recently recognized by TUI Germany as the “Best Hotel Long Haul” and been awarded a TUI Holly Award
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, Maldives, was recently recognized by TUI Germany as the “Best Hotel Long Haul” and been awarded a TUI Holly Award. This is a very prestigious award that TUI gives out every year to 100 of their 8,000 supplier resorts and hotels. The Award is based on guest… Read the full press release
TradeWinds Island Resorts Relaxing & Riveting Recreation
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds Island Resorts Relaxing & Riveting Recreation Complete Resort Experience Complete in its offerings, perfect in its setting, relaxed in its attitude and attentive in its approach, the TradeWinds Island Resorts provide the idealized Florida vacation experience. Guests at each individual beachfront resort have complete charging privileges at both properties. Resort Amenity… Read the full press release
British Airways Traditional beats technology, for Christmas Cards
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — These may be modern times, but research from British Airways shows that we’re old fashioned at heart. Over 66 per cent of us would prefer a traditional, comedy or charity Christmas card, compared to just one per cent who would like an e-card. The research also found that when it comes to… Read the full press release
Zoo Atlanta REASONS TO CARE DURING ORANGUTAN CARING WEEK
Asia’s red apes may face extinction because of one ubiquitous pantry staple ATLANTA – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Species disappear every day, but one of the harshest realities of this phenomenon is its impact on some of humankind’s closest living relatives. Orangutans are among the most popular residents of Zoo Atlanta, but within as little as 10 years,… Read the full press release
Hilton HHonors Announces Any Weekend, Anywhere Sale
Save up to 40 percent on stays through December 31, 2013 MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide’s 10 distinct hotel brands, has launched its Any Weekend, Anywhere Sale, giving travelers added incentive to make the most of their weekends. Beginning today, guests can save up to 40… 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
Maldives takes part in DEMA Dive Show 2012, USA
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC) together with representatives from Maldives Tourism Industry have participated in the 36th Annual DEMA (Dive Equipment and Marketing Association) Dive Show 2012 which took place in Las Vegas USA, from 14th – 17th November 2012. DEMA Dive Show is WORLD’S ONLY international event for the scuba diving industry focused for trade… Read the full press release
One of Indianapolis’ Beloved Holiday Traditions: Christmas at the Zoo presented by Donatos and Teachers Credit Union
INDIANAPOLIS – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests are invited to surround themselves with the beauty and magic of the holiday season as the Indianapolis Zoo hosts its 44th year of Christmas at the Zoo. Dating back to 1968, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the United States to hold a holiday lights event, and since then, Christmas… Read the full press release
Building a Winning “Team” at the TradeWinds
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — From glow-in-the-dark volleyball tournaments to a “survivor-style” stay alive challenge, the TradeWinds Island Resorts on St. Pete Beach “serves up” the ultimate in unique group activities on a gorgeous stretch of pristine beach. Groups large and small are invited to roll up their sleeves, kick off their… Read the full press release
British Airways The Opening Gambit
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow Terminal 5 features in the new Coen brothers film Gambit, released in cinemas across the UK and Ireland this Wednesday – 21 November. Cameron Diaz, Colin Firth and Alan Rickman are cast in the comedy caper, which features famous British locations including British Airways home Terminal 5, The Savoy, Syon House… Read the full press release
Winnipeg Airports Authority One of Manitoba’s Top 25 Employers 2013
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. is honoured to be named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 Employers for 2013. WAA previously received this award in 2010 and 2012 and was also recently recognized for the second time as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. “We are proud to once again be named one of… Read the full press release
Marriott Make Your First New Year’s Resolution to Vacation More in 2013
Book Now and Save Up to 50 Percent on Stays at Marriott Vacation Club resorts in the Southwest 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The holiday season has arrived and now is the time to make your first New Year’s resolution and book your 2013 getaway to rejuvenate and save big! Take advantage of this limited time, advance… 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