Category Archives: Travel Marketing

TAT Welcomes New Zealand Beauties 2012 with a Celebrity Marketing Strategy for upcoming Hi-Season

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TAT Welcomes New Zealand Beauties 2012 with a Celebrity Marketing Strategy for upcoming Hi-Season

Bangkok, 2012-11-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Authority of Thailand’s executives welcomed the group of New Zealand Beauty Contestants 2012; Miss Talia Bennette (Miss Universe New Zealand), Miss Lauren Mann (the First Runner-Up and Miss Wellington), and Miss Jennifer Lambly (The Second Runner-Up and Miss Auckland) while theirvisiting Thailand during 19-25 October 2012. Mr. Suraphon said, “Celebrity… Read the full news article

Warwick Champs-Elysees Hotel Welcomes Julia Child Sweepstakes Winner

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NEW YORK – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chuck Purrington, the winner of the Julia Child 100th Anniversary Sweepstakes, is saying au revoir to Fountain Valley, California, and bonjour to Warwick Champs-Elysées Hotel in Paris. As part of the month-long celebration of the mealtime matriarch held at U.S.-based Warwick Hotels, Purrington is receiving a 5-night complimentary stay… Read the full news article

IHG’s Hotel Indigo® Brand Knows that When it Comes to the Untold Story of a Neighborhood, “Locals Know Best”

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The upscale boutique hotel brand invites consumers to share photos of their local favorites for a chance to win a Hotel Indigo neighborhood experience ATLANTA – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Every neighborhood has a story, from the “Visual Music” of Midtown Atlanta and “The Scent of Style” in New York’s Chelsea to the “Vaulted Treasures” of London’s Tower Hill. IHG’s upscale boutique hotel brand, Hotel… Read the full news article

Marriott International Hosts Revolutionary ‘Lifestyle University’ Program in Bangkok

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Renaissance Hotels & Autograph Collection Lead the Way as Company Inspires New Generation of Global Talent 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sixteen participants representing eight countries and four Marriott International brands including JW Marriott Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels, and Courtyard by Marriott gathered for an exclusive program at the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong in Thailand… Read the full news article

Essential Travel – UK Industry First: No Helmet, No Insurance!

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Essential Travel Announce Helmet Wearing Mandatory for Wintersport Insurance Cover 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Research by travel insurance specialist, Essential Travel, has revealed that 77% of skiers/snowboarders are now wearing helmets when they hit the slopes – a 15% increase since 2010 when the “Use Your Head”campaign was launched. The poll also confirmed that of these, 73%… Read the full news article

AH&LEF LAUNCHES 19th ANNUAL BIG APPLE AUCTION ONLINE

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Washington, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ —  The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) annual Big Apple Auction, which includes more than 350 items, is live (www.ahlef.org).  The auction will remain open for bidding through Tuesday, November 13, at 3 pm (EDT). Held in conjunction with the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show (IHMRS), at booth #3157… Read the full news article

Iberia y GMF AeroAsia firman un contrato para el mantenimiento de los componentes de aviones de Garuda Indonesia

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Iberia mantendrá en exclusiva los componentes de la flota CRJ1000 de la compañía aérea Garuda Indonesia El contrato tendrá una duración de cinco años e incluye el acceso al pool de repuestos de Iberia Madrid, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Richard Budihadianto, presidente y consejero delegado de GMF Aero Asia, la división de mantenimiento de la compañía aérea Garuda Indonesia,… Read the full news article

Hartsfield-Jackson invites travelers to enjoy ‘A Walk Through Atlanta History’

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Art exhibit leaves unforgettable impression of city’s rich history ATLANTA – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Have you ever wished you could turn back the hands of time? Well, travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport now can explore eight decades of Atlanta’s past in “A Walk Through Atlanta History,” a unique, multimedia exhibit in the Transportation Mall between… Read the full news article

CARIBBEAN AIRLINES 767-ER300s TAKE TO THE AIR

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Port-of-Spain, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Caribbean Airlines, World Travel Awards winner ‘The Leading Caribbean Airline 2012’ – for the third year in a row, is pleased to announce that its wide-body 767-ER300 aircraft will begin operations between Piarco, Trinidad and Pearson International Airport, Toronto from Saturday 3rd, November 2012. The airline extends thanks to the Trinidad and… Read the full news article

Air New Zealand enters Middle-earth air space with safety video inspired by The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

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Hobbits, Dwarves and Wizards will take flight as Air New Zealand launches its latest on board safety video, ‘An Unexpected Briefing,’ today 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The safety video is inspired by the upcoming fantasy adventure The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), which is the first in a trilogy of… Read the full news article

Coworth Park Appoints Food And Beverage Manager

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Coworth Park Appoints Food And Beverage Manager

2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dorchester Collection’s 70 room luxury country house hotel and spa, Coworth Park, has today announced the appointment of Andrew Dreverman as food and beverage manager, effective immediately. In his new role at Coworth Park, Dreverman will oversee all food and beverage outlets on the estate with responsibility for two restaurants and bars,… Read the full news article

Christchurch International Airport:AIRPORT STAFF ARE JUST PLANE HAPPY AT WORK

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2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) last night won the award for the New Zealand medium to large company which has most improved its staff engagement, as part of the 13th Kenexa Best Workplaces Survey. CIAL chief executive Jim Boult is delighted his staff are as happy to come to work as he… Read the full news article

1 MILLION FANS ON THE AIR FRANCE FACEBOOK PAGE ALREADY!

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2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France has recently registered over one million fans on its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/airfrance). Present on the world’s largest social media network since July 2010, Air France interacts daily with its fans and feeds its wall with posts, videos and photos of its products and services and competitions on more than 50… Read the full news article

Christophe Hilty New Hotel Manager For 45 Park Lane

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Christophe Hilty New Hotel Manager For 45 Park Lane

London, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dorchester Collection today announced the appointment of Christophe Hilty as hotel manager for its contemporary Mayfair hotel, 45 Park Lane, effective from January 2013. Reporting to Roland Fasel, general manager of The Dorchester and regional director UK, Christophe joins from his most recent position as director of hotel operations at One… Read the full news article

WTTC: Travel & Tourism still robust despite uncertain global economic picture

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Growth in the global Travel & Tourism industry in 2012 will be broadly in line with expectations set at the beginning of the year 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an update of forecasts made at the beginning of the year, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) predicts growth for the Travel & Tourism globally of… Read the full news article

SAS releases preliminary Q3 result and information regarding its financial position

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2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following numerous rumors in Scandinavian media, SAS announces that it will report on 8 November 2012 a positive result for Q3 – with an EBT of 568 MSEK. Passenger revenue growth of 9% and unit cost reduction of 6% In a very difficult and competitive industry environment, the positive development in Q3… Read the full news article

Macau Government Tourist Office-Tourism incentive schemes aim to diversify source markets

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Macau, with a unique blend of east and west cultures, is an ideal destination for wedding tourism

2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — To further enrich tourism products and source market profile, Macau Government Tourist Office will launch the “Wedding Incentive Scheme” as well as an enhanced version of “Student Excursion Incentive Scheme” on November 1. In view of the growing popularity of overseas wedding as an ideal wedding style for the new generation, MGTO… Read the full news article

Judges selected to identify innovative pioneers at 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards

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2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced the judges for its prestigious 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. These 12 independent experts on sustainable tourism will select three finalists for each of the four Award categories: Destination Stewardship Award, Community Benefit Award, Conservation Award and the Global Tourism Business Award. The Awards… Read the full news article

Swissport wins new cargo customers in Copenhagen

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Swissport wins new cargo customers in Copenhagen

Zurich, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading provider of ground services to the aviation sector, has won cargo handling contracts with two new customers at Copenhagen Airport, adding Lufthansa and Finnair to its cargo customer list. Services for Lufthansa will begin on 1st December, and will include cargo handling for Lufthansa’s multiple daily… Read the full news article

Travel Industry Leads Economy in Job Growth, Creates Jobs 16 Percent Faster than Other Sectors

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Travel Adds 296,000 Jobs since December 2009, Recovers 59 Percent of Jobs Lost During Recession Washington, D.C. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — David Huether, senior vice president of economics and research at the U.S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Labor Department report that the unemployment rate was 7.9 percent for October 2012: “Today’s jobs numbers are… Read the full news article

Cape Town International Airport continues to support communities in its vicinity

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2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) hosted its annual Corporate Social Investment event at the Granger Bay Hotel School yesterday, where eight organisations each received a portion of just under R2, 5m. The airport contributed roughly R1.1m with the remaining funds of the R2.5m being invested in various… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. Offers “Access Washington” Package for Inauguration 2013

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The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. Offers “Access Washington” Package for Inauguration 2013

Exclusive access to Inaugural perks and amenities usually reserved for celebrities, rock stars, and platinum rewards status 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the world watches, the President of the United States of America will take the country’s highest office this January following this oath: “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of… Read the full news article

Horizon Air and its Pilots Tentatively Agree on Six-Year Contract Extension

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SEATTLE — 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Horizon Air and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced today they have reached tentative agreement to extend the current contract for the carrier’s 610 pilots for six years. “I’m very proud of both negotiating teams for crafting additional improvements to an already excellent existing agreement,” said Gene Hahn, Horizon Air’s… Read the full news article

MPs Vote for APD Review as Eight in Ten Agree APD May be Pricing People out of Flying

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2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — ABTA welcomes the outcome of a three hour debate in the House of Commons on the future structure and level of Air Passenger Duty [APD], which saw MPs vote in favour of the Treasury undertaking an economic assessment of the impacts of APD on the UK economy. The debate was brought about by… Read the full news article

Top Airport CEOs to speak at Airports Going Green Roundtable

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CHICAGO, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 5th Annual Airports Going Green Conference will kick-off on Sunday, November 4 with the Airport CEO Roundtable, open to all conference registrants. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about airport sustainability vision from the highest level! Roundtable speakers include: Jeffrey Fegan, A.A.E., C.E.O., Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Mark Gale,… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines Gives Back To The Brave Who Safeguard Our Country With Third Annual Military Heroes Month In November

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DALLAS – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is demonstrating how deep patriotism runs in the Company and Employees’ hearts with its third annual month-long celebration dubbed “Military Heroes Month.” To show support for Veterans, service members, and their families across the nation, Southwest will host an array of activities with nonprofit organizations focused on… Read the full news article

Hilton Abu Dhabi Named One Of The Top 10 Hotels In The Middle East By Condé Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards 2012

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Hilton Abu Dhabi has been selected as one of the Top 10 Hotels in the Middle East by the Condé Nast Traveler as part of its Readers Choice Awards 2012. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

ABU DHABI, 2012-11-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Abu Dhabi has been selected as one of the Top 10 Hotels in the Middle East by the Condé Nast Traveler as part of its Readers Choice Awards 2012. The annual list, established in 1988, is one of the industry’s most trusted yardsticks of guests experience at hotels in various markets…. Read the full news article

CAA announces plans for future GA pilot safety promotion material

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2012-10-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced plans to update the way it provides safety promotion material to UK recreational pilots. The proposals will see the CAA potentially working with the specialist aviation media to use a variety of methods to provide high quality information to pilots. Early in 2013 the… Read the full news article

CTC champions partnerships at Showcase Canada-Asia Marketplace

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CTC champions partnerships at Showcase Canada-Asia Marketplace

Government departments come together to promote Canada’s awesome nature and food. 2012-10-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The contacts books have been tucked away and LinkedIn connections updated for another year: this year’s Showcase Canada-Asia Marketplace has just closed its doors in Japan after a fruitful five days of deals and relationship-building. The Showcase—the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)’s pre-eminent business-to-business (B2B) event outside Canada—took… Read the full news article

The Drake: Top Hotel Historically And Today

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The historic Drake Hotel has recently been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler in the annual “Reader’s Choice Awards” as one of “Top 25 Hotels in the Midwest." Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Condé Nast Traveler Lists The Drake Hotel in the Top 25 in the Midwest CHICAGO, 2012-10-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The historic Drake Hotel has recently been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler in the annual “Reader’s Choice Awards” as one of “Top 25 Hotels in the Midwest.” The November issue of Condé Nast Traveler unveils the “Best in the World,”… Read the full news article