Enterprise Plus Loyalty Program Members Can Earn Free Rental Days Faster with Double Points and Bonus Options ST. LOUIS, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car today is launching its Plus Your Points promotion for all Enterprise Plus loyalty members. From now through Feb. 28, 2013, Enterprise Plus members who register for the promotion can earn double points on qualifying… Read the full news article
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AVIS UNVEILS ’13 VEHICLE LINE-UP; BMW, CADILLAC, INFINITI AND VOLVO
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental today announced that the new 2013 model-year vehicles have started rolling into Avis locations across the United States. “From compact vehicles to luxury sedans, SUVs and convertibles – we’ve got you covered,” said Tom Gartland, president, North America, Avis Budget Group. “Our 2013 fleet features a wide… Read the full news article
FirstGroup’s Partnership with Save the Children Supports the Poorest Families in Greater Manchester
2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — FirstGroup, the UK’s largest bus and rail operator, has donated £41,000 to deprived families in Manchester through Save the Children’s ‘Eat, Sleep, Learn, Play!’ (ESLP) initiative. The ESLP project supports children living in the most severe poverty by providing their families with household essentials. Grants are used to purchase items ranging from… Read the full news article
Abu Dhabi International Airport Announces Promotional Parking Fares for Winter Holidays
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) launched today its special promotional offer for customers parking at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the upcoming winter holidays, offering great value and maximum convenience for all travelers. Those flying between 1st Dec and 31st January can enjoy preferential rates from only AED… Read the full news article
Massport Opens Road for Commercial Traffic
Massport Opens Commercial Traffic-Only Roadway in East Boston The Multimillion Dollar Project Will Take Thousands of Airport-related Commercial Vehicles Off Residential Streets Each Year BOSTON – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) today joined local, state and federal officials as well as family members of the late Martin A. Coughlin to open a… Read the full news article
Christmas Deal: des voyages avantageux avec la SNCB durant les week-ends de décembre et les vacances de Noël!
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pour voyager avantageusement en train, les voyageurs peuvent profiter du Christmas Deal chaque week-end (samedi ou dimanche) de décembre et tous les jours durant les vacances de Noël (du 22/12/2012 au 06/01/2013 inclus). Pour 9,90 euros, le navetteur peut effectuer un trajet aller-retour sur la même journée en 2e classe ou recevoir… Read the full news article
Sheremetyevo Airport Named Transportation Company of the Year
2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sheremetyevo International Airport has emerged as a winner of the 13th annual Company of the Year business competition in the “Transportation/Logistics” category — this according to Russia’s leading business magazine Kompaniya (Company). The award ceremony was held on 23 October. More than 50 companies operating in various industries were recognized as competition winners. Sheremetyevo Airport was awarded the distinguished title 2012 Transportation Company of the Year in recognition of the launch and introduction of its Airport Operation Center (AOC)…. Read the full news article
First Enjoys Success at UK Bus Awards
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — First Bus enjoyed a successful afternoon at Tuesday’s (20 November) UK Bus Awards. The company, which transports some 2.5million passengers every day, picked up four awards at the prestigious central London ceremony. First secured the much coveted Environmental Award for its ‘Small Changes, Big Difference’ campaign which aims to get staff throughout… Read the full news article
Finavia, New parking payment methods in Jyväskylä, Kemi, Kokkola and Kittilä
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to the EMV payment card change across Europe, Finavia has updated and harmonised its parking payment systems at all its airports. At these airports, parking is paid using the machine right upon arrival. Through the update, parking can also be paid for using a debit card with a chip. Coins and… Read the full news article
Eurostar announces shortlist for 2013 Eurostar Ashden Award for Sustainable Travel
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thirteen pioneering sustainable travel schemes from across the UK, France and Belgium have been shortlisted today for the 2013 Eurostar Ashden Award for Sustainable Travel, moving a step closer to winning a share of the £30,000 prize fund. The Award, now in its second year, recognises innovative travel schemes that are leading… Read the full news article
Alaska Airlines Rolls Out More Power Outlets at its Major Hubs
Making flying easier for our wired customers during the holidays SEATTLE — 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines is powering up customer waiting areas at its major airports with electrical outlets that make it easier for travelers with electronic devices. At its airport gates in Anchorage, Portland and Seattle, the airline just finished installing 200 additional… Read the full news article
OAK Ready for the Holidays
More Nonstop Destinations Than Ever Before; Unique “Free Parking” Offers Begins Thanksgiving Day Oakland, Calif. – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakland International Airport expects a busy holiday travel season and is focused on providing a safe, on-time and positive airport experience for customers. 2012 has been a busy year for OAK, with passenger traffic up compared to… Read the full news article
Essential Travel Reveals Airport Hotels With Parking May Be Cheaper Than Parking Alone This Christmas
2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Across the UK this Christmas, savvy travellers can find an Airport Hotel with Parking package that can work out cheaper than just paying for their parking alone, or only slightly more in no more than a couple of clicks on the Essential Travel website. Travelling to your airport the day before you fly can make… Read the full news article
NS Hispeed bereikt mijlpaal met 100.000ste AirRail-ticket
2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — NS Hispeed bereikt mijlpaal met 100.000ste AirRail-ticket één elektronische boeking voor trein- en vliegtuigreservering treintickets NS Hispeed wereldwijd beschikbaar via Globale Distributie Systemen van de luchtvaart. naar verwachting 400.000 AirRail-tickets per jaar AirRail is duurzame en groene reisoplossing De uitgifte van het 100.000ste AirRail-ticket is een feit. Een AirRail is één elektronisch… Read the full news article
NEARLY 1.8 MILLION PASSENGERS EXPECTED AT CHICAGO’S AIRPORTS DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY PERIOD
CHICAGO – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) anticipates nearly 1.8 million passengers will travel through Chicago’s airports for the Thanksgiving holiday travel period between Tuesday, November 20 and Tuesday, November 27, 2012. Airlines project that Sunday, November 25 will be the busiest travel day at both O’Hare and Midway International Airports, with more than 250,000… Read the full news article
Metrolink will operate limited service on Thanksgiving
The $10 Weekend Pass will be valid from 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday LOS ANGELES – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink will operate limited service Thanksgiving Day, while riders will be able to utilize the Weekend Pass beginning Wednesday at 7 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 25. On Thanksgiving, a Sunday schedule will be offered on the San… Read the full news article
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 news article
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 news article
New Windsor VIA Rail Station Officially Opens
Windsor, Ontario, 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, as part of the ongoing modernization of VIA Rail Canada facilities, the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport), and Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer and Corporate Secretary of VIA Rail, officially opened the new VIA Rail Windsor Station. “Our government is committed to quality and… Read the full news article
SSP wins new €60 million contract at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP has announced that it has won a tender to operate five new outlets at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station. The deal will run for 12 years, commencing in May 2013, and is valued at €60 million. The new outlets will be developed by SSP as part of a major modernisation project by operators… Read the full news article
Adaptations tarifaires annuelles de la SNCB
Comme chaque année, la SNCB adapte ses tarifs le 1er février. Pour 2013, en moyenne, tous produits confondus, les tarifs augmentent de 1,80%, soit une hausse plus faible que l’évolution de l’index santé de 2,21% (1), mais aussi plus faible que nos coûts de personnel et des sillons notamment Une hausse inférieure à l’évolution de… Read the full news article
Boston Logan Prepares for Busy Thanksgiving Holiday
Boston Logan International Airport Prepares for Busy Thanksgiving Holiday BOSTON – 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is preparing for a busy Thanksgiving holiday at Boston Logan International Airport by introducing several new customer initiatives – a new mobile optimized Massport.com so people can check flight status, parking conditions and public transportation options… Read the full news article
Cruiseport Boston Shatters Passenger Records in 2012
Cruiseport Boston Shatters Passenger Record with 2012 Season More than 380,000 Passengers Used Cruiseport Boston BOSTON – 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cruiseport Boston, which serves as an important economic engine to the region, finished the 2012 season with a record 380,054 cruise vacationers, a 23 percent increase over 2011, the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) announced today. Fueling… Read the full news article
Massport – Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Planes, Trains and Automobiles No matter how you’re getting to Grandma’s house this Thanksgiving, we’ve got you covered BOSTON – 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is anticipating record volume of traffic on our highways and in Boston Logan International Airport terminals this Thanksgiving season, with particularly heavy days beginning Wednesday, Nov. 21 through Sunday,… Read the full news article
NTSB praises Metrolink’s Commitment to Safety
Federal Safety Board lists Positive Train Control systems a top priority LOS ANGELES – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) publically proclaimed rail agencies implementing positive train control (PTC) amongst its most wanted items for 2013. The NTSB recognized Metrolink as a national leader in this effort. The announcement came during a… Read the full news article
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 news article
Thanksgiving Holiday Parking Offer and Travel Tips from Silicon Valley’s Airport
Take off $4 per day in SJC’s Daily Lots SAN JOSE – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelers planning to take off from Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) during the Thanksgiving holiday will enjoy a welcoming airport team, discounted parking, and improvements to customer services, making SJC the easy choice for travel in the Bay Area. The most important… Read the full news article
San Diego International Airport Debuts Environmentally Friendly Receiving and Distribution Center
Center will help reduce traffic on Harbor Drive, removing 50-75 truck trips each day SAN DIEGO – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Diego International Airport held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to celebrate the opening of its new receiving and distribution center (RDC). More than 60 people attended the ceremony, including Airport Authority Board members and business and community leaders. Located… Read the full news article
WIZZ AIR CONFIRMS TERMINAL BUS SERVICE AT BUDAPEST AIRPORT
Current airport walking and tent boarding don’t meet Wizz Air’s safety and service standards 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, Hungary’s low-cost, low-fare airline, today confirmed its return to bussing passengers during boarding and disembarkation of all its Budapest flights from tomorrow, 13th November. Over the last week the airline has tested a low-cost facility proposed by Budapest… Read the full news article
Brussels Airport: slight decrease in passenger numbers and cargo volume in October
Passengers 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In October Brussels Airport welcomed 1,648,000 passengers, 1.6% down on the same month last year. This minor decrease is explained by the announced rationalisation on the intra-European network operated by Brussels Airlines, the slightly disappointing traffic figures during the autumn mid-term holidays and the impact of hurricane Sandy, which caused 18… Read the full news article