Heathrow passengers down 0.1% Hurricane Sandy and late half term affect numbers Record customer satisfaction in Q3 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow saw 6 million passengers pass through its terminals last month, down 0.1% on October last year. Hurricane Sandy in the US led to just over 200 flight cancellations and a drop in passengers, many… Read the full news article
New research released by Travelport as it launches its pioneering Travelport Universal API technology in MEA Dubai, 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UAE is spearheading the surge in Middle East online tourism with 60% of all web-based travel bookings originating from the Emirates, Travelport co-sponsored research has revealed. New figures from the study – carried out by… Read the full news article
2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP, the leading dedicated operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations, has secured £450m (€560m) worth of new and extended contracts in two of France’s best known railway stations. The first is an extension to 2020 of an existing contract, to operate outlets at Gare de Lyon in Paris. These… Read the full news article
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 news article
Este incluye cambios estructurales permanentes en todas las áreas de negocio de la compañía, con el objetivo de que deje de tener pérdidas y recupere la senda de los beneficios Madrid, 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — International Airlines Group (IAG) ha anunciado hoy un exhaustivo plan para salvar Iberia, que registra pérdidas récord, y conseguir que vuelva a… Read the full news article
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 news article
2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new comprehensive plan will pave the way for a new, strong and competitive SAS. The plan needs to be fully implemented and new collective agreements must be signed in a very short space of time in order for SAS to have access to necessary funding. This plan will give SAS a… Read the full news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
New research from EAN shows airlines could be losing out on ancillary revenue opportunities by only offering basic hotel booking options through their websites London, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Research released today from Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN) reveals a golden opportunity for airlines to boost ancillary revenues through enhancing their hotel booking services. The study [i] of 2,000… Read the full news article
NAIROBI, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kenya Airways boosts South East Asian footprint with new code share deal ; Kenya Airways tickets to be sold by Vietnam Airlines and vice versa Kenya Airways has entered into a code share agreement with Vietnam Airlines as it works towards expanding its footprint in the South East Asian market. The agreement… Read the full news article
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 news article
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 news article
2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of thirteen cents ($0.13) per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on December 28, 2012 to shareholders of record on November 23, 2012. Visit Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) for company information. For… Read the full news article
Gatwick awards its largest construction contract to Vinci Construction to construct a new baggage system and gate rooms Enabling flexible check-in options and gate rooms within easy reach of the departure lounge 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gatwick Airport has awarded a significant contract to Vinci Construction to transform Pier 1 in the South Terminal. At… Read the full news article
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 news article
London – Madrid, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ministers of Tourism gathered in London for the 6th UNWTO/World Travel Market (WTM) Ministers’ Summit concluded that complicated visa processes and policies that limit air connectivity continue to present major barriers to the growth of travel and tourism. Ministers and representatives from major tour operators and airlines further called for increased intra-governmental… Read the full news article
The first of its kind in the region from the luxury hotel company Dubai, UAE, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC has launched a Double Rewards Promotion for Event Planners throughout the Middle East, the first promotion of its kind for the luxury hotel company in the region. The innovative promotion is part… Read the full news article
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 news article
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 news article
Growth record supported by both Distribution and IT Solutions businesses Year-on-year highlights for year-to-date (nine months ended September 30, 2012) • Revenue grew 8.4%1 to €2,233.1 million • EBITDA rose 6.5% to €889.8 million • Adjusted profit increased 20.2% to €481.3 million • Net debt reduced further to 1.43x last twelve months’ EBITDA • Global… Read the full news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
The Carrier is Ranked Among the Best Military Employers for the Fourth Consecutive Year DALLAS – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today announced that it has been designated a 2013 Top 100 Military Friendly Employer® by G.I. Jobs. This marks the fourth year the Company has been included in the Top 100 Military Friendly… Read the full news article
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the success of the first ever English Tourism Week earlier this year, VisitEngland is calling on the industry to get involved in English Tourism Week 2013. The inaugural event in March saw over 500 special activities and promotions celebrating tourism in England, and the national tourist board is hoping that next… Read the full news article
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Scaevola Travel is delighted to announce the purchase of Atoll Explorer diving cruiser from Universal Enterprises. The Male’-based travel agent specializes in the inbound market and its executive management shares more than 30 years of experience in the travel industry between them. Atoll Explorer is a 20-cabin cruise boat offering facilities and… Read the full news article
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today at World Travel Market, VisitEngland announced plans to launch eight marketing campaigns in 2013 to run from January to boost domestic tourism next year. The campaigns will cover the four key themes of countryside, heritage, culture and coastal, and will run in partnership with destinations from all over England as well as… Read the full news article
48 unemployed Islanders have been offered jobs at new restaurant T.G.I. Friday’s 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The restaurant chain confirmed this week that of the 60 jobs created at the restaurant so far, over 75 per cent had been offered to locally qualified job-seekers who had benefitted from intensive preparation from the Back to Work team… Read the full news article