Airline launches junior panel to create new children’s on-board menu LEEDS, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Children from Yorkshire are being given the chance to join a national tasting panel to help design Monarch Airlines’ new range of children’s on-board meals. Monarch, which flies out of Leeds Bradford airport, and its on-board partner Alpha LSG are… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Travel Management
easyJet reports interim management statement for the quarter ended 30 June 2014
LONDON, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet reports interim management statement for the quarter ended 30 June 2014 A. HIGHLIGHTS: easyJet performance in the quarter • Revenue per seat grew by 2.7% at constant currency or by 1.7% on a reported basis to £62.47 per seat despite a less benign capacity environment and a significant… Read the full news article
Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of three Cessna 172 Pilot training aircraft from Cessna Aircraft Company
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and most profitable airlines in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has taken delivery of three Cessna 172 Pilot training aircraft on Thursday 24 July 2014, from Cessna Aircraft Company The new Cessna 172 is a four seat; single-engine airplane certified in the United… Read the full news article
UNWTO and Griffith Institute for Tourism to disseminate tourism knowledge in Asia and the Pacific
Madrid, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Disseminating tourism knowledge, enhancing the expertise on tourism and climate change and advancing sustainable tourism in Asia and the Pacific are some of the areas of cooperation agreed between the Griffith Institute for Tourism (GIFT) and UNWTO (Madrid, Spain, 21 July 2014). The cooperation agreement was signed by UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, and the… Read the full news article
UNWTO addresses the advancement of tourism in Ethiopia and the key role of the sector in the country’s socio-economic development
Addis Abeba/Madrid, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — During an official visit to Ethiopia, UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, met with President Mulatu Teshome, Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, Deputy Prime Minister Demeke Mekonnen, and Minister of Culture & Tourism,Amin Abdulkadir, to address the advancement of tourism in Ethiopia and the key role of the sector in the country’s socio-economic development. (Addis Abeba,… Read the full news article
Cape Town International Airport released final scoping report for realigning the airports runway for public comment
Johannesburg, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Cape Town International Airport proposes to realign its runway and construct parallel and rapid exit taxiways. The realignment of the runway would result in a change in the flight paths used by aircraft approaching or departing the airport, and thus the areas around the airport experiencing high noise levels. SRK… Read the full news article
Horizon Air appoints David L. Campbell president and chief operating officer
SEATTLE, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The board of directors of Horizon Air has named David L. Campbell president and chief operating officer, Alaska Air Group announced today. “We are excited to welcome Dave to Horizon Air and the Alaska Air Group team,” said Alaska Air Group CEO Brad Tilden. “He is an accomplished airline executive… Read the full news article
Alaska Air Group, Inc. reports GAAP net income of $165 million on its 2014 second quarter
Financial Highlights: Reported record second quarter net income, excluding special items, of $157 million – a 50% increase over the second quarter of 2013. Reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.13 per diluted share, a 53% increase over the second quarter of 2013 and ahead of First Call analyst consensus estimate of $1.11 per share…. Read the full news article
Southwest Airlines to recognize employees with one-time cash award for their hard work related to the Company surpassing Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) goal
Shares recognition for surpassing Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) goal DALLAS, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today it will recognize Southwest and AirTran Employees with a one-time cash award of $200 each as a thank you for all their hard work related to the Company achieving a 17.1 percent pre-tax… Read the full news article
Contemporary wine country resort Solage Calistoga honored with AAA Four Diamond Award for the second consecutive year
Relaxed Luxury, Michelin Star Dining and Destination Spa Define Napa Valley Resort Experience CALISTOGA, CALIF., 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Solage Calistoga, the contemporary wine country resort that redefines “fun” in Napa Valley, today announced AAA has honored the property with a Four Diamond distinction for the second consecutive year. Solage Calistoga, the flagship property… Read the full news article
qualia named Best Australian Hotel/Resort in the Australian Federation of Travel Agents 2014 National Travel Industry Awards
Hamilton Island, Australia, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamilton Island’s luxury resort, qualia has been bestowed the honour of Best Australian Hotel/Resort in the Australian Federation of Travel Agents 2014 National Travel Industry Awards; the premier industry event of the year. The Awards provide the opportunity for the industry to acknowledge the achievements of those who… Read the full news article
Bombardier Inc. implements new organizational structure comprised of four business segments
Montréal, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Bombardier Inc. announced the implementation of a new organizational structure, comprised of four business segments: Bombardier Transportation Bombardier Business Aircraft Bombardier Commercial Aircraft Bombardier Aerostructures and Engineering Services Effective immediately, all four business segments will report directly to Pierre Beaudoin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc. The… Read the full news article
XOJET, Inc. announces its 2014 mid-year results and the acquisition of additional Challenger 300 aircraft
On-Demand Private Jet Charter Model Gains Further Traction As Economy Continues Upswing and Clients Turn to ‘Ownership-Free’ Alternatives. San Francisco, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — XOJET, Inc., a leader in private jet charter services, today announced that it is on track to exceed mid-year profitability and growth expectations, delivering 60% increase in core profitability and 3% increase in… Read the full news article
Red Carnation Hotels: The Old Government House Hotel and Spa has been granted Visit Guernsey’s Gold Award
GUERNSEY, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Old Government House Hotel and Spa has been granted Visit Guernsey’s Gold Award and had its five-star rating and Breakfast Award renewed for a further 12 months. The Gold Award recognises excellence in the experience that guests receive, from the moment they make a reservation, their arrival at the hotel and… Read the full news article
Jill and Paul Kirwin donate $5,000 to the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation 2014 Annual Giving Campaign
Washington, DC, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Jill and Paul Kirwin contributed $5,000 to the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) 2014 Annual Giving Campaign. The Annual Giving Campaign is the Foundation’s yearly key fundraiser that supports its core missions, including providing scholarships to hospitality management students, funding important research in areas such as room… Read the full news article
Preferred Hotel Group™ reports on its second quarter results
CHICAGO, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotel Group™, a global provider of sales, marketing, and distribution services to independent luxury hotels, today announced second quarter results. Over the past three months, the company generated year-to-date increases of 23 percent in reservations revenue, 18 percent in room nights, and 20 percent in bookings for its member hotels, compared… Read the full news article
Steigenberger Hotel Group to open fifth hotel in China
Frankfurt, Germany, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — An agreement has now been signed for a fifth hotel in the country to be located in the multi-million eastern metropolis of Taizhou. The Steigenberger flagship hotel in Taizhou will be housed in the top twelve storeys of the 300-metre City Towers, which will then become the city’s tallest… Read the full news article
IHG announces the next evolution of its Holiday Inn® brand’s Change Your View platform, Journey to Extraordinary
Iconic Hotel Brand Captures Extraordinary Journeys Of Its Guests Through A Digitally-Led Campaign ATLANTA, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced the next evolution of its Holiday Inn® brand’s Change Your View platform,Journey to Extraordinary. This new campaign celebrates the inspiring journeys of its many guests, by sharing their unique narratives through the brand’s first digitally-led, multimedia… Read the full news article
Halifax Stanfield International Airport the first airport in North America to introduce self-serve baggage drop for all passengers
First in North America to Introduce Self-Serve Baggage Drop for All Passengers Halifax, N.S., 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Halifax Stanfield International Airport is the first airport in North America to offer self-serve baggage drop for all passengers. “This new, fully automated, self-serve baggage drop system uses the latest technology to simplify the check-in process for… Read the full news article
ASL Aviation Group and Shannon Airport partner to make Shannon become new base for ASL’s Hercules aircraft operations
Shannon, Ireland, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — ASL Aviation Group has announced a partnership with Shannon Airport which will see Shannon become a new base for ASL’s Hercules aircraft operations. ASL plans to initially base two L-100 aircraft in Shannon, to be used on missions ranging from oil-spill response to humanitarian aid. The Hercules’ crews and… Read the full news article
Oakwood Worldwide® appointed Scott Garber as director of supplier management
Scott Garber to lead supply chain management team for global serviced apartment provider LOS ANGELES, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide® the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has appointed Scott Garber as director of supplier management. In this capacity, Garber will work closely with Craig Ryan, managing director of Oakwood Worldwide’s Asia… Read the full news article
Marco Polo inaugurated its new hotel in Manila in grand style
Manila, Philippines, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — MARCO POLO recently inaugurated its new hotel in Manila in grand style last July 09, 2014. The first Marco Polo Hotel to open in the capital of the Philippines signals a whole new dimension in showcasing the renowned brand of Asian hospitality embodied in the pioneering spirit of Marco… Read the full news article
VisitLondon.com, the NSPCC and StudioCanal announced the launch of The Paddington Trail
LONDON, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitLondon.com, the NSPCC and StudioCanal have announced the launch of The Paddington Trail. Designed by a host of artists, designers and celebrities, 50 Paddington Bear statues will be placed across the capital, taking in museums, parks, shops and landmarks in an exciting and inspiring trail, with a colourful, Paddington-inspired… Read the full news article
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham® ranked highest in guest satisfaction in the economy/budget segment by J.D. Power in the 2014 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index study
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Once again, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham®—part of Wyndham Hotel Group and parent company Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN)—has been ranked highest in guest satisfaction in the economy/budget segment by J.D. Power in the 2014 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study. Within its segment, Microtel Inn & Suites… Read the full news article
Manchester Airports Group reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014
MANCHESTER, 2014-7-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014. Terminal transformation projects continue at London Stansted and East Midlands, while Manchester’s passenger growth sees it retain the… Read the full news article
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Playa Hotels & Resorts B.V. to introduce the Hyatt Ziva brand to Cancun
CHICAGO, 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Playa Hotels & Resorts B.V. (Playa) today announced plans to introduce the Hyatt Ziva brand to Cancun. Formerly Dreams Cancun, the resort’s multi-million dollar renovation began June 1, and it is expected to reopen in late 2015 as Hyatt Ziva Cancun. The resort… Read the full news article
Mineta San José International Airport served 9,063,012 passengers in fiscal year 2013-14 ended June 30; 6.8% increase vs. previous fiscal year
San José, Calif., 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) served 9,063,012 departing and arriving passengers in fiscal year 2013-14, which ended June 30, a healthy 6.8 percent increase compared to the previous fiscal year. Passenger activity grew in May and June by 3.1 percent and 8.9 percent year-over-year, respectively, marking 18 consecutive… Read the full news article
London City Airport in the Royal Docks with the Museum of London Docklands to develop Key Stage 2 learning module designed for use in classroom teaching
Major Newham employer develops learning resource for primary schools. LONDON, 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Primary school pupils in the London borough of Newham are to benefit from a pioneering project, as the private sector constructively engages with the education agenda. London City Airport in the Royal Docks has worked with the Museum of London… Read the full news article
CVG: Allegiant Travel Company announced additional service from CVG to Phoenix – Mesa and Ft. Lauderdale and expanded service to Orlando, Punta Gorda, and Tampa Bay/St.Pete
Phoenix and Ft. Lauderdale Service Begins This Fall Cincinnati, OH, 2014-7-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant Travel Company announces additional service from CVG to Phoenix – Mesa (AZA) and Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) and expanded service to Orlando (ORD), Punta Gorda (PDG), and Tampa Bay/St.Pete (PIE). Allegiant launched service from CVG in February with two flights… Read the full news article
easyJet welcomes the deal between Nicarnica Aviation and Elbit Systems related to the AVOID based ash detection technology
Airline one step closer to putting the technology onboard its aircraft LONDON, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has welcomed the deal secured by Nicarnica Aviation and Elbit Systems to incorporate the AVOID based ash detection technology into Elbit Systems EVS solution. Production will start in 2015 and easyJet aims to fit… Read the full news article