Contract for five hotels with Arcadia Hotel Hotelbetriebs GmbH Stuttgart 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has signed a franchise agreement with Arcadia Hotelbetriebs GmbH Stuttgart to develop five hotels in Germany and Austria, continuing the growth of its Holiday Inn Express brand. The new agreement with… Read the full press release
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Meliá Hotels International and the Chinese Greenland Group join forces to develop their presence in China and Europe
Palma de Mallorca, 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spanish hotel company Meliá Hotels International and the Greenland Group, one of the largest real estate group in China, have reached a strategic agreement today to join forces to pursue their growth internationally, inside and outside China, respectively. For Greenland Group, an immediate impact of the agreement will be… Read the full press release
SIA To Sell Virgin Atlantic Stake For US$360 Million
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines has agreed to sell its 49% stake in Virgin Atlantic Ltd to Delta Air Lines. Under the agreement, Delta will pay US$360 million in cash for Singapore Airlines’ entire shareholding in the UK-based airline group. The agreement is subject to regulatory approvals being obtained in Europe and the United States…. Read the full press release
Agoda.com offers film fans special deals in beautiful New Zealand
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), is celebrating the growing number of international travelers that are choosing New Zealand as their tour destination by offering special hotel deals in some of the world’s most picturesque locations. New Zealand’s increasing visibility on the global tourism… Read the full press release
Ryanair Criticises Aer Lingus-Virgin Lease Deal
BELIEVES IT’S ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF AER LINGUS’ COMMERCIAL FAILURE 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Ireland’s favourite airline, today (10 Dec) criticised the Board and Management of Aer Lingus for their latest “wet lease” agreement with Virgin Atlantic, which Ryanair believes is yet another example of Aer Lingus’ commercial failure and lack of any independent future. Ryanair… Read the full press release
Herodion Hotel in Athens, Greece, joined the Warwick International Hotels’ Collection
2012-12-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Herodion Hotel is a superior hotel with a contemporary atmosphere. It integrates seamlessly with the historic environment, at the heart of Athens, which offers cultural unique sites. Its exceptional location close to the new Acropolis Museum in Athens residential area, surrounded by many galleries, cafes and restaurants is not the least of… Read the full press release
Warwick International Hotels Finalizes Purchase of Paradise Island Harbour Resort, Nassau, Bahamas
2012-12-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Warwick International Hotels is pleased to announce the acquisition of the 250-room Paradise Island Harbour Resort. The transaction was completed Dec. 6, 2012. Warwick International Hotels will be undertaking a complete and extensive renovation of the resort, which is planned to begin in the latter part of 2013. With easy access from… Read the full press release
RCI Renews Affiliation Agreement for Six Petchey Leisure Properties
Kettering, Northampton, U.K. – 2012-12-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Petchey Leisure’s six properties in Europe will continue to be a part of the RCI network of affiliated resorts through a new affiliation agreement between Leisure Dimensions Ltd and RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange. Petchey Leisure, one of Europe’s leading timeshare brands, was recently acquired by… Read the full press release
Ryanair £14 Winter Seat Sale
Fly From Just £14 On Over 1,000 Routes Across Europe In Jan 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight, Thur 6 Dec, it will release 100,000 seats across its European network, at prices starting from £14 for travel on Mon, Tue, Wed & Thur in January. These “all… Read the full press release
Give The Gift Of Flying This Christmas With Ryanair Gift Vouchers
SEND YOUR LOVED ONES TO ONE OF RYANAIR’S 170 DESTINATIONS WITH VOUCHERS STARTING FROM JUST €25/£25 Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (6 Dec) invited passengers to give their loved ones the gift of flying this Christmas with a Ryanair Christmas Gift Voucher, which are available from www.ryanair.com now. Vouchers start at just €25/£25,… Read the full press release
Government Travelers Get “MORE” Time To Book Stays With Two Free Days
GOVERNMENT TRAVELERS GET “MORE” TIME TO BOOK STAYS WITH TWO FREE DAYS Temporary Housing Provider Extends Promotion for Extended Stay Travelers LOS ANGELES – 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Extended stay lodging for government employees is becoming even more rewarding during the winter months. As a special gift, Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Miami Expands Pool Lounge And Launches New Gourmet Brunch
Hong Kong, 2012-12-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Miami is delighted to unveil its expanded pool lounge area, providing additional space for guests to enjoy the hotel’s infinity-edge swimming pool and balmy South Florida weather. Guests can take in sweeping water and city views at the sleek pool setting, which features an elevated pool deck and vibrant… Read the full press release
Amadeus makes inroads with Ground Handling Companies with 20 signed contracts in just over a year
Amadeus makes inroads with Ground Handling Companies with 20 signed contracts in just over a year • Swissport and Singapore’s SATS are two of the latest to sign for Amadeus Altéa Departure Control (DCS) for Ground Handlers • Amadeus to process 85+ million passengers by 2015 through this solution Madrid, Spain,2012-12-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Offers Guests The Opportunity To Take Time Off To Relax With Any Weekend, Anywhere Sale
Guests to Save 25 Percent on Weekend Stays till December 31, 2013 PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-12-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya, together with Hilton Worldwide’s portfolio of hotels and resorts in Asia Pacific, today kicked off its holiday getaway offer ‘Any Weekend, Anywhere Sale with 25% Off Stays’. Available for bookings until February 14, 2013, guests… Read the full press release
Loews Hotels & Resorts to Return to Washington, D.C. with the Purchase of The Madison Hotel
Loews Hotels & Resorts to Return to Washington, D.C. with the Purchase of The Madison Hotel NEW YORK, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts, a wholly owned-subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L) today announced that the company has entered into an agreement to purchase the iconic, 356-room Madison Hotel in the heart of Washington, D.C…. Read the full press release
SSP wins £70m new contract at Trondheim Airport Vaernes
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP has expanded its business at Trondheim Airport with the agreement of a significant new deal. SSP will operate six new outlets, as part of a major expansion project at the Norwegian airport. The deal, which is valued at £70 million, will run for five years from Autumn 2013. The outlets are… Read the full press release
Frontier’s $29 to Princeton/Trenton Sale
Incredibly low fares one way for travel on the first flights DENVER, 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines is celebrating the inaugural flights to Princeton/Trenton with fares starting at $29* for travel on the first flights. Customers can be one of the first people to fly with Frontier to Princeton/Trenton from Fort Myers, Tampa, Fla., Fort… Read the full press release
AirTran Airways Launches Fare Sale To Kick Off The New Year
Airline Offers Sale Fares as Low as $69 One-Way to Destinations Nationwide DALLAS – 2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — AirTran Airways, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV), today announced a fare sale offering Customers low air fares to kick off the New Year. Customers can book fares to destinations nationwide (see Fare Rules below) with fares… Read the full press release
Give The Gift Of Mandarin Oriental This Holiday Season
HONG KONG, 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Delight friends and loved ones by giving the gift of Mandarin Oriental’s legendary service, Michelin-starred cuisine and award-winning spas in the world’s most sought-after locations, all wrapped into one elegant package. The Mandarin Oriental Gift Card is available in denominations ranging from USD 50 to USD 10,000, and can be redeemed for… Read the full press release
PIA and Travelport Sign Full Content Agreement
New content deal to benefit Galileo and Worldspan users across Europe, Middle East and Africa Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Karachi, Pakistan, 2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has announced that is has reached a breakthrough Full Content Agreement with Pakistan’s national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The new… Read the full press release
Accor, Sale of the Sofitel Paris La Défense under a €22m Sale & Management-Back agreement
2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its asset management strategy, Accor announces the sale of the Sofitel Paris La Défense under a sale and management-back agreement, for a total value of €22m (€144,000 per room). The hotel will continue to be operated by Accor under a long-term management agreement. The acquisition is carried out jointly by Amundi… Read the full press release
TRAVEL IN STYLE WITH PREMIER HOLIDAYS PRESTIGE SERVICE
Take a luxury break from just £879 per person 2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK’s leading independent tour operator Premier Holidays has launched their new Prestige brochure. This luxury brochure focuses on Far East destinations as well as India, Indian Ocean, South Africa, Middle East, Australia and the USA. Packages start from only £879 per person… Read the full press release
Marriot Deals of the Week- Holiday Edition
Celebrate the Holidays with Gaylord 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — 2 million pounds of ice is the perfect holiday ingredient for ICE! at Gaylord Hotels. Join our newest family member this holiday season for ICE!, an indoor winter wonderland made up of DreamWorks Animation themed ice sculptures and thrilling two-story tall ice slides. All 4 Gaylord Hotels… Read the full press release
Sorrento è Ancora Più Vicina Per I Tuoi Meeting all’Hilton Sorrento Palace
Bellissima promozione dell’Hotel SORRENTO, Italy – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dal 1 dicembre 2012, chi sceglie Sorrento per eventi aziendali, potrà usufruire di una grande promozione. L’Hilton Sorrento Palace, il centro congressi più grande dell’Italia meridionale, affacciato sul Golfo di Napoli e il Vesuvio, lancia l’offerta Sorrento è ancora più vicina dedicata a tutti i clienti… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines and Rose Festival Sign New Three Year Deal
PORTLAND, Ore.- 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines has signed a new three-year sponsorship agreement with the Portland Rose Festival as its “Official Airline” and exclusive presenting sponsor of the Grand Floral Parade Telecast. The sponsorship highlights the airline’s commitment to the greater Portland community and their expanded air service from Portland International Airport. Alaska’s sponsorship… Read the full press release
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Launches “Plus Your Points” Promotion
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 press release
Benefit This Winter With Luxury Breaks At Mandarin Oriental Hotels Worldwide
Hong Kong, 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether in search of an escape for culture, romance, epicurean delights or simply an exotic beach getaway: Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s Luxury Breaks provide an enticing excuse to escape the winter blues and book into one of the Group’s exceptional hotels. Stay two nights between 4 January to 4 April… Read the full press release
Third Night Free and Plan Ahead Savings at Chicago’s Two Four Seasons Hotels
Extend a holiday break with the Stay Longer – Third Night Free offer or plan ahead and save 20 percent at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel Chicago (The Ritz-Carlton), U.S.A. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago’s two Four Seasons hotels offer savings this holiday season when staying three nights, or when planning ahead. Four Seasons Hotel… Read the full press release
Wyndham Vacation Rentals® Offers Up to 50 Percent Off During Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Parsippany, NJ. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Specials on Select Vacation Rentals Starting as Low as $69 USD Per Night This holiday season, treat yourself or family and friends to a dream beach or ski vacation and save up to 50 percent off your stay with Wyndham Vacation Rentals’® Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world’s largest… Read the full press release
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 press release