Members only promotion doubles guaranteed discount to €20 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today launched its first ever “Double your discount” promotion which doubles the guaranteed €10 discount for Wizz Discount Club members. The recently launched Wizz Discount Club was designed for loyal customers who… Read the full news article
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Another boost for Shannon with new Aer Lingus service to sun-kissed Algarve in 2013
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shannon Airport has today received another significant boost for its 2013 schedule with the announcement by Aer Lingus that it will have three weekly services to one of the most popular European summer sun destinations, the Algarve. The new flights to Faro will operate three times a week on Monday, Wednesday and… Read the full news article
VisitBritain, JAPANESE OUTBOUND TOURISM GROWING ONCE AGAIN
Bond, Manchester United’s Kagawa and GREAT activity lead to 30% increase by 2020 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitBritain is leading a tourism delegation to Japan, the home of 1.7 million High Net Worth Individuals second only to US, to build on the profile Britain received in 2012. The national tourism agency will introduce key travel trade… 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
SIA Deepens Commitment To Australia
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines has signed agreements with six tourism organisations in Australia in line with the Airline’s ongoing efforts to promote tourism to the country. The agreements are for a period of between two and four years, with the total investment for the current financial year amounting to more than A$5 million. New… Read the full news article
WIZZ AIR CELEBRATES 50 MILLION PASSENGERS
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today celebrated its 50 millionth passenger carried in its successful 8 year history. The lucky passenger was traveling from Warsaw Modlin to London. Anna Wilson from Poland, living in London and married to a Scotsman, was Wizz Airs passenger number 50 million…. Read the full news article
Ryanair Calls On Atrapalo To Donate Court Payment To Passengers
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (21 Nov) called on Atrapalo to hand over the €40,000 it was awarded by a Barcelona court to its misguided customers, who were charged hidden handling fees when booking Ryanair flights on the screenscraper website. Ryanair has been fighting various cases across Europe to prevent… Read the full news article
easyJet, LANDMARK PASSENGER NUMBERS ON MALTA ROUTES
easyJet flies 1.5 million passengers to / from Malta 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading low-fares airlines has today celebrated flying 1.5m passengers to and from Malta. The milestone highlights how easyJet has grown since taking over the routes from GB Airways in 2008. To support this growth we are extending services on the Malta… Read the full news article
The Ultimate Poolside Pura Vida Experience: New Private Luxury Cabanas at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo
Cabana guests enjoy Spa treatments, premium internet, private bar and other amenities as part of the experience Costa Rica – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Costa Rica is well known for its recreation and eco-adventures: zip lining, surfing, visiting volcanoes and more. Yet even the most adventurous travellers want to spend some of their vacation time just… Read the full news article
Bahrain Airport Company Conducts Coordination Meeting for Airport Emergency Exercise
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bahrain Airport Company hosted in coordination with the Ministry of the Interior last week an organizational meeting in preparation for a full scale emergency exercise at Bahrain International Airport, which will be held on the 4th of December in order to test the efficiency of the emergency preparations in the airport. The… Read the full news article
After the strike, that produced millions of dollars loss, Aerolineas normalized its operations
Buenos Aires, 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aerolíneas Argentinas and Austral have normalized their operations after the strike led by the dissident CGT and CTA, which joined the aeronautical unions (APTA) aeronautical technical staff association, Superior aeronautical personnel Union (UPSA) and Airline Association pilots (APLA), which was carried normally on schedule as programmed for the day. At the… Read the full news article
EASYJET TO LAUNCH FIRST EVER SCHEDULED MANCHESTER – MOSCOW FLIGHTS
An additional aircraft to be based at Manchester taking the total to eight Plan will create around 80 direct and 250 indirect jobs in the region taking total of new jobs for next year to 160 Three new routes to launch to Moscow, Prague and Thessaloniki 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has… Read the full news article
Dorchester Collection’s UK properties win at Hotel Cateys 2012
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — On Friday 16 November 2012, Dorchester Collection’s regional Human Resources team, who manage talent at Dorchester Collection’s three hotels in the UK – The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane in London and Coworth Park in Berkshire – were awarded ‘Human Resources Team of the Year’ at this year’s Hotel Cateys. Lesley Skelt,… Read the full news article
Beijing Airport Delegation Visits Chicago O’Hare
CHICAGO, 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) hosted officials from Beijing Capital International Airport Co., Ltd. (BCIA) at O’Hare International Airport. The purpose of the visit was to study the CDA’s vast experience with airport construction and operations management and the integration of the two sections. BCIA is one of the CDA’s seven sister airports under… Read the full news article
QATAR AIRWAYS LAUNCHES FLIGHTS TO SERBIAN CAPITAL BELGRADE
Thrice-Weekly Services Link Airline’s Doha Hub With Carrier’s 4th South Eastern European Destination Latest Route Becomes Carrier’s 31st Point across Europe Belgrade, SERBIA – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways has launched scheduled flights to Serbia, its latest entry into Eastern Europe and the airline’s 11th new route of the year. The Doha-based carrier inaugurated the… 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
Hilton Dallas Park Cities Celebrates Grand Re-opening After Multimillion-Dollar Enhancement Project
DALLAS – 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Dallas Park Cities will celebrate the hotel’s grand re-opening on Nov. 29 following a complete, multimillion-dollar renovation. The renovation is part of a three-year, $3 billion plan of significant property renovations currently underway across the global portfolio of Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide. “Hilton… Read the full news article
Applications invited for “Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme” as intake expands for 2013
HONG KONG, 2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Applications for the 2013 Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme, a key initiative under the Dragonair Youth Aviation Academy, are now being invited. The nine-month educational initiative, organised by Dragonair in conjunction with the Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps, is designed to educate, motivate and inspire young people aged 18 to 25… Read the full news article
Grand Lapa, Macau Launches Business Plus Package
Hong Kong, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located on the Macau peninsula, Grand Lapa, Macau, offers ideal facilities for tailor-made meetings, conferences and events in a relaxed resort atmosphere. With multi-purpose function space and a professional catering team, the hotel offers the perfect environment for both business and leisure. Available until June 2013, the Business Plus Package provides… Read the full news article
Wyndham Vacation Ownership Honored as “Best Place to Work” in Southern Nevada
Orlando, Fla. – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO) was recently named the top employer for mega companies in southern Nevada by The Southern Nevada Human Resources Association. Recognizing top Southern Nevada employers for innovative human resource practices and programs, this marks the second year that WVO has placed first in their category. With four… Read the full news article
Xiamen Airlines Joins SkyTeam
SkyTeam Welcomes Xiamen Airlines 19th member strengthens SkyTeam’s #1 position in Greater China Xiamen, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, today welcomes China’s Xiamen Airlines as its 19th member. Xiamen Airlines is also the fourth member from Greater China. The airline strengthens SkyTeam’s footprint in China and its overall #1 position in the… Read the full news article
VIRTUOSO® CELEBRATES 8th ANNUAL CHAIRMAN’S RECOGNITION EVENT ABOARD AMAWATERWAYS’ AMACERTO
Top-Producing Virtuoso Member Agencies Earn Budapest to Nuremburg Cruise and Experience River Cruising at its Best NEW YORK, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — River cruising is one of the fastest growing trends in luxury travel. As a testament to this trend, leading luxury travel network, Virtuoso® , elected to hold its eighth annual Chairman’s Recognition Event aboard AmaWaterways’ AmaCerto…. Read the full news article
Holiday Inn Express Defines ‘Smart Travel’ in India: IHG and Duet India Hotels bring the brand to Ahmedabad to meet the growing demand for comfort and value
New Delhi, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Launched today, Holiday Inn Express Ahmedabad is set to meet the needs of today’s savvy travellers. The first of the brand in India, the hotel defines smart travel by pairing comfort and convenience with proximity and price. Located in the heart of the commercial and shopping district, with easy access… Read the full news article
Korean Air Aims to Become the Number One Aerospace Company in Asia Airline Announces ‘Aerospace Vision 2020’, its Business Objectives for 2020
SEOUL, Korea, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Korean Air today announced its business objective to become the number one aerospace company in Asia. In the meeting room of the Busan Metropolitan Council building, Korean Air announced ‘Aerospace Vision 2020’, its business objectives which include plans to expand the ‘Tech Centre’ – the Aerospace Business Division located in Busan,… 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
New Hampton Inn Opens in Columbia
124-room property brings Hamptonality to Maryland COLUMBIA, Md. – 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels, the global brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its newest property, the 124-room Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/South located at 7045 Minstrel Way. “Hampton combines… Read the full news article
Canadian Travelodge Hotels Become Part of Wyndham Rewards Loyalty Program
PARSIPPANY, N.J. -2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Rewards®, the guest loyalty program of Wyndham Hotel Group, today announced the addition of 91 Travelodge® and Thriftlodge® hotels in Canada to the program, making it the largest hotel loyalty program in the country with over 380 participating properties, representing 10 brands. Now, Wyndham Rewards members who complete… Read the full news article
Aeroflot provides benefit in baggage allowances
MOSCOW, 2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting from November 15, 2012 and till March 31, 2013 Aeroflot provides an extra baggage piece for carrying one set of skiing or skateboarding equipment free of charge. One set of skiing equipment includes one baggage piece (ski bag) with one pair of skis and one pair of ski poles and one… 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
Innside by Meliá comes to Spain with two hotels set to open in 2013 in the centre of Madrid
• The German-born brand, owned by Meliá Hotels International since 2007, enjoys important growth in cities such as Madrid, Copenhagen, Lisbon and Manchester • The two hotels will be based in fully-renovated historic buildings, both in excellent locations: the Plaza de Alonso Martínez and Luchana Street • The hotels are scheduled to open in the… Read the full news article