Members of topbonus, the airberlin frequent flyer program, to be given opportunity to collect even more miles

Double miles to celebrate Malaysia Airlines joining the oneworld airline alliance 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — As a way of marking the occasion of Malaysia Airlines joining theoneworld® airline alliance, members of topbonus, the airberlin frequent flyer program, are to receive double topbonus award miles for flights booked with Malaysia Airlines from 1st February 2013 to 15th April… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines Announces New Ultra Low Fare Service Baltimore/Washington – Las Vegas and Philadelphia – Las Vegas

Miramar, Florida, 2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today announced it is starting daily nonstop ultra low fare service between Baltimore/Washington and Las Vegas and between Philadelphia and Las Vegas on April 25, 2013. Customers can check out the insanely low fares on flights and vacation packages offered every day at www.spirit.com and also sign up to… Read the full press release

Double miles offer to frequent flyers as Malaysia Airlines joins

2013-01-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — A special double miles offer is being made to cardholders of alloneworld® member airlines’ frequent flyer programmes – including those of Malaysia Airlines’ Enrich – to mark the addition of the Malaysian flag carrier to the alliance today. Members of Malaysia Airlines’ Enrich loyalty scheme will receive double Enrich award miles when flying between… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines Announces New Ultra Low Fare Service Between Houston and Los Angeles

Miramar, Florida, 2013-01-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today announced it is starting ultra low fare service between Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on April 25, 2013. Customers can check out the insanely low fares on flights and vacation packages offered every day at www.spirit.com and also sign up… Read the full press release

Travelport enters into an agreement with one of the world’s largest online travel training companies

New reseller agreement makes the latest online GDS courses more accessible to both the travel trade and general public Langley, United Kingdom, 2013-01-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a significant new reseller relationship with OTT Group Ltd (OTT) that will see one of the world’s largest resources for… Read the full press release

Travelport signs new agreement with Scoot

Delivering diversified travel content through partnership with major low-cost carrier Singapore, 2013-01-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a new agreement with Scoot, Singapore Airlines’ budget arm that offers low-cost, no frills airfares from Singapore to eight cities in China, Australia, Japan, Taiwan and Thailand. Both companies have undertaken… Read the full press release

WIZZ AIR’S LOW FARES ARRIVE IN GLASGOW

2 ROUTES AND 60,000 YEARLY PASSENGERS 2013-01-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the move of its two Scottish routes to Gdansk and Warsaw from Prestwick to Glasgow International Airport from 1st March. The carrier, which began operating its low-fare services between Scotland and Poland… Read the full press release

BX SOLUTIONS BEGINS EXPANSION SERVICE IN MIDWEST AND SOUTHEAST UNITED STATES

Toledo, OH, 2013-01-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority and BX Solutions is pleased to announce the beginning of a new time definite trucking service connecting 31 markets in the Midwest and Southeast through its new hub operations located in Toledo, Chicago and Atlanta. This service offering specializes in airport-to-airport service using a combination of trusted… Read the full press release

JAL and Japan Post Cooperate to Offer Trial Express Mail Service (EMS) of Temperature-Sensitive Parcels to Taiwan and Singapore

TOKYO, 2013-01-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Japan Post Co., Ltd. (Japan Post) will begin cooperating to offer “Cool EMS*” – a new international speed post service of small, temperature-sensitive parcels from Japan to addresses in Taiwan and Singapore during this trial period of April 1, 2013 to March 31, 2014. Japan is well-known for… Read the full press release

JAL and Russia’s S7 Airlines Launch Codeshare Cooperation

TOKYO, 2013-01-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and S7 Airlines (S7), both members of the oneworld airline alliance, have entered a codeshare agreement with each other for the first time and will commence codeshare flights from January 30, 2013. JAL operates a nonstop service three times a week between Tokyo (Narita) and Moscow (Domodedovo). In addition to… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Vail Offers Romantic Valentine’s Day Experiences

Couples can keep the spark alive with massage lessons, edible body paints and more. 2013-01-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Vail, nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, is a sought-after romantic destination for couples and those looking to rekindle the spark. This Valentine’s Day, Four Seasons has created highly romantic experiences for two, including romantic… Read the full press release

Lufthansa to fly German Olympic team to Sochi

Partnership with German Olympic Sports Confederation extended by four years 2013-01-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa is to remain a partner of the German Olympic team for a further four years. The agreement extending the partnership was signed during a personal meeting between Thomas Bach, President of the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB), and Christoph Franz, Chairman… Read the full press release

Loews New Orleans offers gal pals a great getaway deal

NEW ORLEANS, 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews New Orleans Hotel is encouraging shop-til-you drop fashionistas, princesses who love to be pampered and ladies who live for a night out on the town to grab their girlfriends and escape to the city with the hotel’s Girlfriends Getaway Package. For rates starting as low as $289, up to four… Read the full press release

Silversea Details ‘Grand Voyages’ for 2013

2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Silversea Cruises, known for its luxurious cruise ships and exotic destinations, has rolled out 10 exquisitely tailored “Grand Voyages” for 2013. Designed for the traveller who relishes a more leisurely pace, this special collection offers extended voyages from 34 to 54 days. These unique odysseys combine the luxury of sailing aboard intimate,… Read the full press release

Save Big and Stay Connected at Marriott Vacation Club Resorts in Europe

ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Start 2013 off right with a holiday at one of our luxurious seaside, island or countryside resorts in Spain and France and relax with family and friends. Make your reservation by February 28, 2013 and take 25 percent off regular room rates for stays of two nights or more now through March 29, 2013.*… Read the full press release

Turkish Riviera charter holiday from Newquay Cornwall Airport this April

2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — One week exclusive luxury escorted tour around the Turkish Riviera direct from Newquay Cornwall Airport Newquay Cornwall Airport in conjunction with OSKA_TRAVEL are pleased to be able offer an 8 day dream holiday on the Turkish Riviera for 2 people, including flights, accommodation in either a 4 or 5 star hotel, including breakfast with prices… Read the full press release

Game, Set & Match – Enjoy The First Round Of The 2013 Davis Cup With A Luxury Package At Mandarin Oriental, Geneva

Hong Kong, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Geneva has launched an exclusive package for serious Tennis fans to enjoy the World Group first round of Davis Cup between Switzerland and the Czech Republic in premium VIP seats at Geneva’s Palexpo this February. Specially created for those wanting to enjoy Davis Cup in style, guests booking Mandarin Oriental,… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental And Etihad Guest Unveil Frequent Flyer Partnership

Hong Kong, 2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it has signed a new partnership with Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways. Etihad Guest members can now earn 500 miles for each eligible stay in a room, or 800 miles in a club room or suite, at any of Mandarin Oriental’s participating hotels… Read the full press release

Silversea Announces New Shorter Voyages

2013-01-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — In its continuing mission to provide guests with more choices, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has just announced a new collection of eight shorter cruises for 2013. These convenient four- to seven-day voyages to Northern Europe and the Mediterranean are designed for time-strapped working professionals, travellers who like to combine a cruise with a land program, and individuals who may… Read the full press release

Heathrow Airport Holdings announces sale of Stansted Airport

2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited today announces that it has agreed to sell its 100% interest in Stansted Airport Limited to Manchester Airports Group for £1,500 million in cash, payable in full at closing. Colin Matthews, chief executive of Heathrow, said: “Stansted Airport and its people have been part of our company for… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Members Can Book Award Travel on Emirates

SEATTLE, 2013-01-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines and Emirates today announced enhanced frequent flier award benefits, enabling members to now redeem awards for travel in each others’ programs. Members of Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan and Emirates’ Skywards programs have already been able to earn miles on a reciprocal basis since the airlines’ partnership began in March… Read the full press release

Valentine’s Day Spa Treatments at Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Everything’s coming up roses this February in the downtown Hotel’s award-winning Spa. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Everything’s coming up roses this Valentine’s Day in the downtownSpa at Four Seasons Hotel Austin, where new rose-inspired treatments cater to couples in the mood for relaxation and romance. Spiced Rose Massage Featuring an intoxicating aromatherapy blend of pink peppercorn, wild rose,… Read the full press release

Frontier Airlines Announces Trenton Takes Off Sweepstakes

Chance to win roundtrip flights for a year* out of Trenton DENVER, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced a sweepstakes for customers who live in the Princeton/Trenton area and travel through Trenton-Mercer Airport. The sweepstakes, which runs through May 31, 2013, will award weekly and monthly prizes, as well as a grand prize in… Read the full press release

Shopping Translates In Every Language With Marriott Rewards® New Redemption Options

2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Rewards is taking merchandise options global with its new catalogs through Maritz Motivation Solutions.  Now members in around the globe have more choices as to how they use their points.  Marriott Rewards offers over 50 unique online “Exclusively Yours” catalogs in 21 languages, including French, Portuguese, Chinese and Arabic.  Each catalog… Read the full press release

Sweet Rendezvous For Two

A Celebration of Love at Dusit Thani Manila Makati, Philippines, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — They say love makes the world go round. Here at Dusit Thani Manila, our world revolves around you and in making you and your special someone feel loved every step of the way all year through. Whether to celebrate silver or golden… Read the full press release

Dusit Executive Stay Room Package

Providing a promise of granduer and convenience to exceed any business travelers’ needs Makati, Philippines, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blending elegance and functionality, optimise the essentials of business travel with the Dusit Executive Stay Room Package that includes luxe and comfortable premium accommodation, complimentary Wi-Fi service, Club access and full benefits and an array of well-thought of… Read the full press release

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Enjoy Half-Price Admission and Family Free Days at the Zoo

POWELL, OH, 2013-01-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Suffering from a case of the winter weather blues? Half-price admission and family free days at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium cure the most severe cases of cabin fever! Guests enjoy 50 percent off all admission prices during the months of January and February. Admission rates during this time are $7.50… Read the full press release

SUITE DEALS AND SHOPPING SPREES FROM PREFERRED HOTEL GROUP

“Preferred Suites” and “I Love Paris” Packages Present Luxurious Perks for 2013 Travels CHICAGO, 2013-01-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — All new for 2013, the “Preferred Suites” and “I Love Paris” offers from Preferred Hotel Group™ are ideal for travelers who want to splurge – and save – on suite accommodations or who long for a dose of world-class culture… Read the full press release

Pennsylvania Adds Exclusive Slinky® Component to Groundhog Day Foursquare Partnership

Unlocked Badge at Gobblers Knob Results in Toy Giveaway Harrisburg, 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pennsylvania Tourism Office announced today the continuation of its partnership with location-based social media platform Foursquare for Groundhog Day 2013 with a custom badge available to Groundhog fans worldwide. New for 2013, Foursquare users who check in at Gobbler’s Knob will… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific and Dragonair offer great deals for frequent travellers with ‘Premium Bundle Fares’

2013-01-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways has joined together with sister airline Dragonair to launch the “Premium Bundle Fares” promotion in Hong Kong. The new promotion, which kicks off today, is open for bookings until 23 January 2013. The travel period is from 7 January to 15 July 2013. The campaign is part of the… Read the full press release