Montreal, Canada, 2017-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Airlines for America(A4A), have launched a year-long global campaign related to baggage tracking with the goal of reducing mishandled bags in addition to increasing efficiency in baggage operations. Annually, more than 4 billion bags are carried by airlines globally. Less than 0.43… Read the full press release
Montreal, Canada, 2017-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced key milestones toward implementing the New Generation of IATA Settlement Systems (NewGen ISS). Edenred and Multiservice Technology Solutions (MSTS) were selected to implement the IATA EasyPay payment solution for travel agents in more than 100 markets. IATA also announced that Featurespace was selected to… Read the full press release
Montreal, Canada— /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on Mexico to apply global standards for the management of airport slots to maximize the country’s air infrastructure and ensure its flourishing air industry remains competitive. The recently-proposed slot system by Mexico’s Federal Economic Competition Commission COFECE deviates from global standards in the… Read the full press release
Kansas City, 2017-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The City of Kansas City, Mo., Aviation Department reports that 1,075,686 passengers arrived and departed through Kansas City International Airport’s gates in June, a 4.2-percent increase from June 2016. June passenger boardings were up 4.4 percent, with a total of 535,270 boarded. For the year to date,… Read the full press release
New airline “easyJet Europe” now operational First Austrian-registered aircraft flying from Luton to Vienna this morning Thomas Haagensen appointed Managing Director of easyJet Europe Remaining EU27 based aircraft to be re-registered by March 2019 Luton, United Kingdom, 2017-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet can confirm that it has been awarded an Air Operator Certificate (AOC)… Read the full press release
Closure of the parking company, unaffiliated to the airport, left many passengers without vehicles Passengers strongly advised to avoid unapproved off-site meet and greet parking firms Gatwick says on-airport parking or approved off-airport operators should always be used London, 2017-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport has advised passengers to use only airport-approved car… Read the full press release
Opfikon, Switzerland, 2017-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — With the increasing flow of Life Science & Healthcare shipments over the past few years, maintaining a stable and secure supply chain requires specific equipment, storage facilities, harmonized handling procedures and above all, strong cooperation among the cool chain partners. Swissport The Netherlands started to develop a dedicated… Read the full press release
British Airways launches new routes from London City Airport to Paris, Prague and Reykjavik in October London, 2017-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is to launch new routes from London City Airport to three European capitals, Paris, Prague and Reykjavik, in October. The new services to the three popular cities will mean… Read the full press release
Additional summer frequency to Russian capital brings total daily flights to three Airline celebrates 14 years of award-winning service to Moscow this August DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce that it has added additional flights to its Moscow route, bringing the total frequency to 21 flights per… Read the full press release
VIP guests hosted by award-winning airline and entertained by Macedonian star Jana Burceska DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways celebrated the arrival of its inaugural flight to Alexander The Great Airport, Skopje on 17 July with a press conference and gala dinner at the Marriott Hotel Skopje. The events were hosted by… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Cargo transported the Qatar’s first two shipments of 330 Holstein cows from Europe The cargo carrier has swiftly and safely flown its first two bovine shipments from Europe, launching the country’s newest industry DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Cargo, the cargo division of the State of Qatar’s… Read the full press release
SkyTeam introduces two-stop Go Round the World Pass AMSTERDAM, 2017-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has introduced a new two-stop option for its popular Go Round the World Pass. Perfect for regular travelers who require multi-destinations itineraries, the two-stop Pass is the most flexible and convenient way to travel. Available from… Read the full press release
First time the Central American destination is offered Interested guests set their sights on eco-tourism Cologne, Germany, 2017-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Good news for all fans of Central America: Lufthansa will include the Frankfurt – San José connection in their summer 2018 flight schedule. From 29 March 2018, a non-stop Lufthansa flight will… Read the full press release
Fly with Butch O’Hare: Chicago O’Hare International Airport opens a fun, family lounge CHICAGO, 2017-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — A fun, family lounge has popped-up at Chicago O’Hare International Airport for the summer. The Fly with Butch O’Hare lounge is a gathering place to relax, take selfies, re-charge cell phones and devices, and to learn about… Read the full press release
BRISTOL, UK, 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — A trial of self-service bag drop technology commenced at Bristol Airport earlier this week (Wednesday 12 July 2017), saving time for passengers flying with easyJet. Self-service bag drop puts passengers in control of their own hold baggage check in procedure, reducing processing time and queuing when compared to the… Read the full press release
BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Germany’s second-largest airline is set to offer more intercontinental flights than ever before during the upcoming winter season. “We are continuing to expand our Dusseldorf services and plan to station twelve rather than eleven long-haul aircraft at this airport from the start of the winter schedule. These will… Read the full press release
The award-winning airline marks ten years of serving the U.S. by donating 10,000 high-quality books and educational resources to low-income families in New York City DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In honour of the tenth anniversary of serving the U.S., and as part of Qatar Airways’ commitment to the local communities in which… Read the full press release
3rd BASED AIRCRAFT AT KYIV, TWO NEW ROUTES, 11 ADDITIONAL WEEKLY FLIGHTS, MORE LOCAL JOBS BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe and Ukraine’s leading low-cost carrier, today announced that it will further expand its Kyiv operations, adding a third Airbus A320 aircraft at… Read the full press release
8TH BASED AIRCRAFT, ONE NEW ROUTE, 19 ADDITIONAL WEEKLY FLIGHTS, 25% ANNUAL GROWTH BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced that it will expand its Warsaw operations, basing an 8th aircraft at Chopin Airport. From March 2018 WIZZ will launch one new… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Milan has launched a luxury, self-drive Lake Como package. In addition to enjoying suite accommodation at Mandarin Oriental, Milan, guests will have an opportunity to drive to Lake Como in a vintage Ferrari and experience a private tour aboard a classic Riva speedboat. The day trip… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Five-Star Mandarin Oriental, Boston is delighted to announce the debut of a pop-up dining space, Ceviche@MO, located in the hotel’s stylish Lobby Lounge, featuring a tasting menu of fresh New England seafood. An inviting place to gather socially and unwind after a busy day in Back Bay, guests can enjoy… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Taipei has received two awards from prestigious Taiwan financial newspaper, Commercial Times, at the 2017 Taiwan Service Awards. The hotel won “Best Service: Gold Award” in the hotel category and “Best of the Best Award” at Taiwan’s “Oscars” for the service industry. The hotel’s Duty Manager, Tien… Read the full press release
St. Louis, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings Inc., the largest car rental company in the world, is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its national partnership with Athlete Network (formerly Career Athletes). Athlete Network gives the company access to more than 500 university athletic departments and enables it to network with current and former student athletes… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines and Virgin America celebrate award-winning decade with one-day fare sale SEATTLE, 2017-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Virgin America today was named “Top Domestic Airline” 2017 in Travel + Leisure “World’s Best Awards” for a 10th-consecutive year. In May, Alaska Airlines ranked highest in airline customer satisfaction among traditional carriers for the 10th-consecutive year in… Read the full press release
Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proud to announce the opening of its first hotel in N’Djamena, Chad. This latest addition brings Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s African presence to 42 hotels with more than 16,200 rooms in operation and under development. BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Located… Read the full press release
Direct flights to Kyiv to begin August 28 Service to Ukrainian capital part of airline’s robust expansion in Eastern Europe, with service to Skopje and Prague to commence this summer New route to be served by an Airbus A320 aircraft DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the… Read the full press release
Lisbon, Portugal, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Exclusive space for TAP’s premium clients will open today (2017-07-11) at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. TAP is opening today its exclusive lounge in Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. Covering an area of 850 square metres with space for 260 people, it is located on the 6th floor of… Read the full press release
Queenstown Airport installs Tap & Go facilities at the terminal car parks Queenstown, New Zealand, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors to Queenstown Airport will now have a more convenient way to pay for car parking following the installation of new technology and Tap & Go facilities earlier this month. As part of… Read the full press release
North Lincolnshire, England, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Eastern Airways is launching a new convenient non-stop service from Newcastle to Belfast City Airport. From 1 September 2017, the UK regional airline will provide a daily weekday service from the north east to the heart of Belfast city. Earlier this year Eastern Airways provided a… Read the full press release
Ryanair launches £21.99 rescue fares on its Belfast – Alicante service Dublin, Republic of Ireland, 2017-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (7 July) launched £21.99 rescue fares on its Belfast – Alicante service to accommodate customers affected by Aer Lingus’ cancellation of September flights to/from Alicante. Ryanair customers can… Read the full press release