100,000 seats on over 1,000 European routes in May & June from only £14.99 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight (Thur 11 Apr), passengers can fly from London Stansted to Dole from just £14.99 in May and June as part of its weekly ‘Bargain Thursday’… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Transportation
Heathrow’s Terminal 5 named world’s ‘Best Airport Terminal’ and Heathrow has been named ‘Best Airport for Shopping’
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s Terminal 5 has been named the world’s ‘Best Airport Terminal’ for a second time and Heathrow has been named ‘Best Airport for Shopping’ for a fourth time at this year’s World Airport Awards held yesterday (Wednesday 10 April) at the Passenger Terminal EXPO in Geneva. The award reflects the findings of… Read the full news article
“New Germanwings” on faster approach path
New fares can be booked now – Firm transition dates for routes ex Hamburg, Berlin and Dusseldorf – New codeshare agreement between SWISS and Germanwings Frankfurt/Cologne, 2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The “new Germanwings” is evolving very much faster than planned: It´s new “Best” and “Smart” fares will be available for booking at travel agencies for flights… Read the full news article
“Best Airport” award went to Istanbul Ataturk Airport at “The World’s Best Airports Awards 2013”
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Istanbul Ataturk Airport operated by TAV Airports was chosen the “Best Airport” in Southern Europe as the result of surveys carried out by Skytrax. Istanbul Ataturk Airport operated by TAV Airports Holding received the “Best Airport” award in Southern Europe at “The World’s Best Airports Awards 2013” organized by Skytrax, a leading… Read the full news article
Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and friendliest security process
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — A total of 12.1 million passengers have rated 395 airports worldwide in the Skytrax international survey of passenger satisfaction, and the conclusion is clear: Copenhagen Airport has the world’s best and most friendly security process. “At a time when airport security screening is usually seen as a necessary evil, it is extremely… Read the full news article
British Airways partners with world number three golfer, Justin Rose, to become his Official Global Airline Partner
2013-04-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has signed an exclusive three-year partnership with world number three golfer, Britain’s Justin Rose, to become his Official Global Airline Partner. Justin will support the airline’s global marketing activity, including personal appearances, media and PR, internal engagement and supporting Flying Start – the airline’s charity partnership with Comic Relief. Justin’s… Read the full news article
Iberia y la Cámara de Comercio de España en Francia firman un acuerdo de colaboración
Los socios de la Cámara dispondrán de tarifas flexibles y con descuentos en un total de 30 rutas entre Francia y España. El acuerdo incluye los vuelos de Iberia, Iberia Regional Air Nostrum y Vueling entre los dos países. Madrid, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Iberia y la Cámara de Comercio de España en Francia han firmado un acuerdo de colaboración que… Read the full news article
Good result despite difficult situation – Hamburg Airport closes financial year 2012 with profit
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hamburg Airport had a positive commercial finish for 2012. 13.7 million passengers used Hamburg Airport in the course of 2012, around one percent more than the previous year. The final result was a profit of 39.0 million euros; the previous year’s result was 49.2 million euros. Turnover for the year was 251.5… Read the full news article
London City Airport Announces ‘Open’ Fuel Farm Policy
New fuel farm arrangements facilitate best price fuel for airline customers 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport (LCY) has completed the purchase of a fuel farm from BP for an undisclosed sum. The facility is one of two situated at the airport, supplying fuel to LCY’s 10 airline customers. Until now, the airlines have purchased… Read the full news article
Alaska Airlines Offers Club 49 Members Double Miles Anywhere the Carrier Flies
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is offering Club 49 members double miles on all flights everywhere the carrier flies between May 17 and Sept. 3, 2013. Club 49 benefits are available to all Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members who are Alaska state residents. Residents can join the complimentary program by visiting www.alaskaair.com/Club 49. “Membership… Read the full news article
Airlines in the Lufthansa Group further improve utilisation of their aircraft
Airlines profit from improved capacity steering / Utilisation rises to 76.1 per cent in passenger traffic and 70.5 per cent in cargo traffic 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — All the airlines in the Lufthansa Group profited in the first quarter of the year from improved capacity steering and, as expected lifted the utilisation of their aircraft in… Read the full news article
Abu Dhabi Airports Company’s Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies Spreads Awareness to Students about the Aviation Sector of the UAE
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — In line with its strategy to develop the aviation sector of the U.A.E and the region, Abu Dhabi Airports Company’s Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS) held informative aviation sessions to Diploma and High School level students in Abu Dhabi last month at its headquarters in Al Bateen… Read the full news article
Frontier Airlines Announces the appointment of Holly Nelson as chief accounting officer and treasurer
DENVER, 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced the appointment of Holly Nelson as chief accounting officer and treasurer of the Denver-based carrier. A seasoned professional, Nelson brings more than 25 years of airline-industry financial experience to the position. Most recently, she served as chief financial officer for Aircraft Technical Publishers (ATP), where she led… Read the full news article
Brussels Airport handled 1,445,987 passengers In March
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brussels Airport handled 1,445,987 passengers In March Passengers In March Brussels Airport handled 1,445,987 passengers, up 1.4% on the corresponding month in 2012. The leisure segment in particular recorded a strong growth of 8%. In spite of the economic crisis, the Belgian passenger decided to escape from the winter weather to classical… Read the full news article
Air France is bringing a breath of fresh air with new dishes on its A la carte menus
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — With summertime around the corner, Air France is bringing a breath of fresh air with new dishes on its A la carte menus, available as an alternative to the menu of the day (free of charge) offered in Premium Economy and Economy cabins on most long-haul flights departing Paris-Charles de Gaulle and… Read the full news article
South African Airways launches new mobile Apps, Passengers can now check flight details on the go
2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — South African Airways (SAA) has launched two new mobile applications (Apps) that give customers access to comprehensive travel and airline information on the go. Using the convenience of their iOs or Android mobile phones and tablets, SAA passengers can now view their booking information, check-in for a flight, find the status of… Read the full news article
SAS Group’s March 2013 traffic figures
SAS Group’s capacity (ASK) was up by 0.5% and the Group’s traffic (RPK) increased by 0.5%. The SAS Group’s load factor was unchanged at 72.3% SAS Group carried 2.3 million passengers in March, down 5.8%, reflecting the impact of Easter timing and capacity reductions on shorter routes. 2013-04-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Group market trends, RASK and… Read the full news article
Airports Company South Africa, Cape Town International Airport supports the National Sea Rescue Institute
2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa, Cape Town International Airport donated R2 406,115 million towards the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy. This donation handover took place at an event held at NSRI’s Rescue 3 Base at the V&A Waterfront. The Airports Company South Africa… Read the full news article
Virgin Galactic: Feather Flight and Nitrous Vent Test Success
2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — SpaceShipTwo took to the skies again yesterday on a beautiful calm Mojave morning for an important test flight. This was her 24th glide flight and the 6th in-flight test of her patented feathered re-entry system. The flight test team also successfully verified SS2’s nitrous loading and venting system, another key milestone on… Read the full news article
Ryanair’s Cabin Crew Gives €100,000 Charity Calendar Funds To Poland’s TVN Foundation
RYANAIR CABIN CREW CHARITY CALENDAR RAISES €600,000 IN 6 YEARS 2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (9 Apr) presented the TVN Foundation in Warsaw with a €100,000 cheque, the sales proceeds of all 10,000 copies of the Ryanair 2013 Cabin Crew Charity Calendar, which sold out in record time. Following… Read the full news article
Copenhagen Airport Partners with the airport handling companies to shorten the process time for arriving baggage
2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Copenhagen Airport has partnered with the airport handling companies to shorten the process time for arriving baggage. The goal is to achieve faster and more stable baggage delivery, so that passengers will be more satisfied. Copenhagen Airport has joined forces with the three handling companies operating at Copenhagen Airport – SAS Ground… Read the full news article
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. Announces Hollywood Limousine Service Inc. as the Preferred Proponent of On-Demand Sedan/Limousine Service Contract at the Airport
2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. is pleased to announce Hollywood Limousine Service Inc. as the preferred proponent of the on-demand sedan and limousine service contract for customers of the Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. “Our goal is to provide passengers at the airport with an exceptional customer experience for the duration of their trip,… Read the full news article
Frontier Airlines now flies to Five New Cities from Trenton Mercer-Airport
Fares as low as $29* each way at FlyFrontier.com DENVER, 2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today launches nonstop service from Trenton-Mercer Airport in Ewing, NJ, to Atlanta, Chicago-Midway, Columbus, Detroit, and Raleigh/Durham, bringing the total destinations to 10. Frontier is the only airline providing scheduled service out of Trenton-Mercer Airport, the gateway to New Jersey’s state… Read the full news article
London Hilton on Park Lane Celebrates its 50th Birthday with Gold-Inspired Packages
LONDON, 2013-04-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of its golden anniversary, London Hilton on Park Lane has created three gold-inspired packages, starting from £500, marking 50 years of first class hospitality. Guests are invited to join the festivities, with the chance to experience a 9 Carat, 18 Carat or the ultimate Midas Touch Package – a homage to… Read the full news article
Norwegian reports continued passenger growth in March
2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian (NAS) today reported its monthly traffic figures. The passenger growth continued also in March. Even with a strong capacity increase, the load factor remains high. Norwegian’s passengers also fly longer distances now than previously. Norwegian carried 1,439,943 passengers in March, an increase of 77,113 (6 percent) compared to March previous year. The… Read the full news article
RAK Airways extends impressive travel options for RAK Government entities
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, 2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — RAK Airways the youngest national carrier of the United Arab Emirates is set to increase its footprint in its home ground with more travel options to the corporates and government entities in the destination. In a recent corporate agreement between RAK Airways PJSC and Government of Ras Al… Read the full news article
WIZZ AIR ANNOUNCES NEW BUCHAREST-TEL AVIV ROUTE
First flight departs 15th June 2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe today announced a new Bucharest-Tel Aviv route that will initially operate 3 times a week starting on 15 June. Wizz Airs Romanian route network now consists of 62 routes and with the airlines ongoing Eastern… Read the full news article
SAS begins flying six times a week from Copenhagen to San Francisco on the US West Coast
2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — North Americais an important and growing market for SAS, which already flies to New York, Chicago and Washington. Scandinavia is a market that has no direct flights to the US West Coast and there has therefore been demand from several Nordic and international companies for a smooth connection to this part of… Read the full news article
Swissport International Ltd. expands Latin America network with its majority acquisition of InterAirport Services in Costa Rica
Acquisition boosting the company’s Latin America network 2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International Ltd. (Swissport), the world’s leading provider of ground and cargo services to the aviation sector, has completed its majority acquisition of InterAirport Services (IAS) in Costa Rica. The acquisition helps to expand Swissport’s Latin American network of passenger and ramp handling operations. Costa… Read the full news article
Spirit Airlines Grows to 21 Destinations from Dallas/Fort Worth; Starts Ultra Low Fare Service from Dallas/Fort Worth to Philadelphia and Minneapolis/St. Paul
Miramar, Florida, 2013-04-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) has grown to serve 21 destinations from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) as it has started daily nonstop ultra low fare service from DFW to Philadelphia (PHL) and Minneapolis/St. Paul (MSP). Customers can check out the ultra low fares offered every day at www.spirit.com and also sign up… Read the full news article