Alexandria, VA – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — GBTA today announced high-tech entrepreneur and best-selling author Michael Saylor as a keynote speaker at the prestigious GBTA Masters Program being held at the Mandarin Hotel in Washington, D.C., February 20-21, 2013. Saylor is the chief executive officer, chairman of the board and founder of the publicly traded company MicroStrategy. Founded… Read the full press release
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QATAR AIRWAYS FIRST 787 DREAMLINER LANDS IN DOHA
Hundreds Turn Out For Historic Moment As Carrier’s New 787 Touches Down CEO Akbar Al Baker Arrives On Delivery Flight From Seattle With Scores Of Guests Onboard Including International Media, Employees And Suppliers Nation’s Pride As Latest Aircraft Arrives In Qatar To Warm Welcome Seats Go On Sale As 787 Operates Initially On Doha –… Read the full press release
UNWTO, Leading scholar awarded top prize for contribution to tourism knowledge
Madrid, 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Erik Cohen, one of the world’s leading social science scholars in the field of tourism, has been named this year’s winner of the UNWTO Ulysses Prize for Excellence in the Creation and Dissemination of Knowledge, honoring those within academia making a significant contribution to the advancement of tourism. Mr. Cohen, the George S…. Read the full press release
UNWTO announces winners of the first UNWTO Award for Lifetime Achievement
Madrid, 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chairman of the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), Mr. Shao Qiwei, and the founder of the international hotel chain Meliá Hotels, Mr. Gabriel Escarrer Juliá, have been named as the first winners of the UNWTO Award for Lifetime Achievement. The UNWTO Award for Lifetime Achievement was established in 2012 as an annual award… Read the full press release
Hilton Garden Inn lends a hand to Second Harvest Food Bank of Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Team members from the Hilton Garden Inns Ponte Vedra, Orange Park, and Deerwood Park kicked off Hilton Worldwide’s first ever Global Week of Service on Saturday, November 10. The three Hilton Garden Inns partnered with members from the Ponte Vedra Beach Sunset Rotary Club and the Ponte Vedra High… Read the full press release
Lufthansa and UFO trade union settle pay dispute for about 18,000 flight attendants
LH and UFO reach agreement on the basis of the final arbitration proposal / Two sides agree on sweeping structural reform of pay system / Agreement contains wide-ranging assurances on existing rights and job protection for employees 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa German Airlines and the UFO flight attendants union have reached agreement to settle their… Read the full press release
VisitEngland, INVESTMENT, INNOVATION, INSPIRATION – DON’T MISS THE VISITOR ECONOMY FORUM!
Find out how to boost your bottom line in 2013 and beyond with VisitEngland 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Don’t miss out on the chance to debate the big issues affecting growth at VisitEngland’s Visitor Economy Forum next week. Taking place on 22 November in association with Natwest Bank plc, the one-day conference will focus on growing… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide, Global Week of Service – November 12 Recap
MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today marked the official kick off of the inaugural Hilton Worldwide Global Week of Service as Christopher J. Nassetta, president and chief executive officer, Hilton Worldwide and more than 100 Team Members from the Global Headquarters in McLean, VA served children and families at the ACCA Child Development Center in Fairfax,… Read the full press release
JIM ABRAHAMSON ELECTED INCOMING AH&LA SECRETARY/TREASURER
Hotelier to be Association Chair in 2015 Washington, D.C., 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) has elected Jim Abrahamson, CEO, Interstate Hotels and Resorts, as incoming secretary/treasurer of the AH&LA board of directors. Active with AH&LA at the state and national levels since the 1980s and a Certified Hotel Administrator… Read the full press release
RONALD VLASIC INDUCTED AS 2013 AH&LA CHAIR
New York, 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ronald Vlasic, CHA, regional vice president of hotels, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, outlined his agenda for the coming year at the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Inaugural Gala held at the Plaza Hotel on Sunday, November 11. He told an audience of top lodging leaders, “Our industry moves fast… Read the full press release
Sir Richard Branson visits Virgin Galactic employees in Mojave, CA
And applauds unique achievements and re-names spaceship manufacturing company 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, today dropped into his Mojave, Calif.-based Virgin Galactic space company as part of a visit to the Los Angeles area. During his visit, Sir Richard, accompanied by his daughter, Holly, toured the extensive facilities and… Read the full press release
GBTA Foundation, Project ICARUS Announces Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards for 2013
Project ICARUS is Looking to Recognize Outstanding Achievements in Furthering Business Travel and Meetings Sustainability Programs Alexandria, VA – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The GBTA Foundation, the education and research foundation of the GBTA and Project ICARUS proudly announce the first Outstanding Achievement Awards for Sustainability in business travel and meetings across North America. The Project… Read the full press release
EU ETS Pause Gives Positive Opportunity for Climate Agreement
Geneva – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the announcement by the European Commissioner for Climate Action suspending the inclusion of international aviation in the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS). “Commissioner Connie Hedegaard’s announcement that she has ‘stopped the clock’ on the imposition of the EU ETS on flights… Read the full press release
SOFITEL ANNOUNCES A NEW FLAGSHIP HOTEL IN RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA WITH THE KING ABDULLAH INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR HUMANITARIAN ACTIVITIES
Jeddah, 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Representatives of the King Abdullah International Foundation and Sofitel, the luxury brand of French Hotel Group Accor, gathered in Jeddah to commemorate the signing of a management contract of a Sofitel hotel in Riyadh, in the presence of HRH Prince Khalid ibn „Abdullah ibn „Abdulaziz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Foundation and… Read the full press release
Schlitterbahn Co-Owner Jeff Henry Named Inventor of the Year
Austin Intellectual Property Law Association presents award during the annual Judges’ Dinner at 7 p.m. on November 12, 2012 at the Stephen F. Austin Hotel NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Schlitterbahn’s Jeff Henry will be named Inventor of the Year at the annual Austin Intellectual Property Law Association’s Judges’ Dinner… Read the full press release
InterContinental Hotels Group launches first IHG Academy in Italy
2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of its first IHG Academy programme in Italy, through a collaboration with InterContinental De La Ville Rome and UET Italy, the European University for Tourism. The IHG Academy is a global network of educational and community organisations… Read the full press release
Brent Duncan Appointed Director of Catering and Conference Services at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California
Duncan returns home to the Conejo Valley after working in six Four Seasons hotels and resorts from coast to coast Los Angeles, Westlake Village, U.S.A. – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — With 15 years of experience in hospitality, Brent Duncan is the new Director of Catering and Conference Services at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California near Los Angeles. This new… Read the full press release
Darren Haley Joins Four Seasons Resorts Lanai as Director of Revenue Management
Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Darren Haley has been named Director of Revenue Management atFour Seasons Resorts Lanai. In his new role, Haley will oversee the reservations department of Manele Bay and The Lodge at Koele to strategically lead the team in revenue-generating practices. “Darren is an excellent addition to the Lanai ‘ ohana,”… Read the full press release
Splendid Hotel & Spa, a member of Warwick International Hotels’ Collection, welcomes a new chef
Nice, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Annie-Claire Lamand is the new head of the brigade to the restaurant Essenciel within the Splendid Hotel & Spa. Annie-Claire Lamand at the young age of 31 has honed her skills in several renowned establishments in Paris and in the South of France before founding with her husband her hotel-restaurant La Bastide… Read the full press release
Travel Industry Leaders Terry Jones, Roger Dow, Amir Eylon to speak at Nevada Governor’s Conference
Annual Conference to Shine a Spotlight on Innovation CARSON CITY, Nev. — 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelocity.com founder Terry Jones, U.S. Travel Association (USTA) President and CEO Roger Dow, and Brand USA Vice President Amir Eylon will bring their insights and experience to the annual Nevada Governor’s Conference on Tourism, Tourism Director Claudia Vecchio announced. “The focus… Read the full press release
Travel Exports Highest in Six Months; Outpace Overall Export Growth
WASHINGTON, D.C. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — David Huether, senior vice president of research and economics at the U.S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Commerce Department announcement on September 2012 exports: “Travel exports rebounded in September to a six month high, rising $192 million to $13.9 billion. In fact, travel exports grew faster than travel… Read the full press release
Sarah Thompson Appointed New Pastry Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Miami
Chef Thompson brings new level of skill in pastry arts to all outlets at urban resort Miami, U.S.A. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The creative spirit of recently appointed Pastry Chef Sarah Thompson is already evident throughout the dining venues at Four SeasonsHotel Miami. She oversees the development, creation and execution of breads, pastry and desserts for Edge, Steak & Bar, in-room dining… Read the full press release
Massport Schedules November Board Meeting
Massport Schedules November Board Meeting 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The next meeting of the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) Board will be held on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. at Massport’s Executive Offices located at the Logan Office Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, MA. A draft agenda will be posted prior to the Board Meeting. View… Read the full press release
WATA, Good bye Brigitte Trenner
2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brigitte Trenner, born 10 May 1950, passed away on 2 November 2012 after a short illness. Brigitte was well known in the travel industry for her enthusiasm, work ethic and personal commitment to all clients, many of whom have become personal friends over the years. She purchased Weichlein Tours +Incentives in 1985… Read the full press release
Alaska Air Group Board of Directors Announces Four Executive Elections
SEATTLE — 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group’s board of directors and CEO Brad Tilden announced today the elections of four executive officers. Keith Loveless, who serves as vice president, legal and corporate affairs, general counsel and corporate secretary, has been elected an executive vice president of Alaska Air Group, reflecting his broad strategic role… Read the full press release
Thierry Papillier Appointed New Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita
Resort welcomes new culinary innovator for its multiple dining venues Mauritius – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has named Thierry Papillier as its new Executive Chef. Papillier takes up his new position from the Resort’s sister property, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, where his flair for creativity and natural leadership saw… Read the full press release
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Included in Business in the Community’s Top 10 List of Diverse Companies (UK)
LONDON – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — In a benchmarking exercise that assessed the company’s gender and race diversity practices, Enterprise Rent-A-Car has been named as a “gold” category employer by responsible business charity Business in the Community. This award places the company amongst the 10 most diverse businesses in the UK, among other leading companies including Ernst… Read the full press release
IATA Infrastructure to Support Asian Growth
Kuala Lumpur – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged Asia-Pacific aviation leaders to focus on airport and air traffic management infrastructure as the region’s demand for connectivity continues to grow. “Aviation is a vital part of Asia’s economy, supporting 24 million jobs and nearly half-a-trillion dollars of GDP. Connectivity, facilitated by… Read the full press release
Commissioner Andolino Keynotes Global Supply Chain Forum at Loyola University Chicago
CHICAGO, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago Department of Aviation Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino was the keynote speaker today at a forum entitled “State of Chicago in the Global Supply Chain” at Loyola University Chicago. The event is Chicago’s premiere supply chain event, bringing together industry, academia and government to discuss the supply chain issues facing Chicagobusinesses. Andolino was… Read the full press release
Eric Yeaman Joins Alaska Air Group Board of Directors
SEATTLE — 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group’s board of directors and Chairman Bill Ayer announced today that Eric Yeaman, president and CEO of Hawaiian Telcom, has been appointed to the board of directors of Alaska Air Group Inc. Yeaman will serve on the board’s Audit Committee. “We’re delighted that Eric is joining Air Group’s… Read the full press release