IATA global passenger traffic for November 2014: Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 6.0% compared to November 2013

Geneva, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for November 2014 showing a continuation of the healthy demand trend of recent months. Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 6.0% compared to November 2013, which was ahead of the 5.7% year-over-year growth recorded in October as well… Read the full press release

IATA global air freight November 2014 data: freight tonne kilometers (FTK) demand grew 4.2% compared to November 2013

Geneva, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported November 2014 data for global air freight markets showing that demand measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTK) grew 4.2% compared to November 2013. Capacity grew by 3.3% over the previous November. Compared to October 2014, air freight demand expanded by a healthy 0.8%…. Read the full press release

Houston Airport System’s Manager of Business Development Arturo Machuca named the general manager of Ellington Airport

HOUSTON, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Arturo Machuca, Houston Airport System (HAS) Manager of Business Development who is leading the efforts to bring a Houston Spaceport to Ellington Airport, has been named the general manager of Ellington Airport. Machuca was appointed by Houston Aviation Director Mario C. Diaz in December 2014. “Arturo Machuca demonstrates a… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways showcased the first of its 80 A350 XWB aircraft for the first time in its hub at the Premium Terminal of Doha International Airport

Press conference in Doha attended by more than 150 international media as Qatar Airways showcases the first of its 80 A350 XWB aircraft for the first time in its hub and home Celebrations continue for Global Launch Customer Doha, QATAR, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker,… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group, Inc. to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2014 financial results on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015

SEATTLE,  2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2014 financial results on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015. A conference call is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. Pacific time/11:30 a.m. Eastern time. Interested parties may… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group Inc. reported 9.1 percent increase in traffic on 12.3 percent increase in capacity compared to December 2013

SEATTLE, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported December 2014 and year-end operational results on a consolidated basis, and for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. Detailed information is provided below. AIR GROUP (including flights operated by third parties) On a combined basis, Air Group reported a 9.1… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens Holiday Inn Express® Snowmass Village hotel in Colorado

Hotel opens in time for 2015 ski season ATLANTA, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Snowmass Village hotel. As the newest addition to IHG hotels in Colorado, this four story hotel features 145 guest rooms and six suites…. Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London announces exclusive partnership with French high end luxury Maison Chloé

Hong Kong, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Capitalising on its position in London’s most fashionable district, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce an exclusive partnership with French high end luxury Maison Chloé, as the Spring/Summer 2015 collections arrive in stores, commencing Thursday 12th February 2015.In celebration of London Fashion Week, Mandarin Oriental… Read the full press release

Anantara Veli Resort & Spa Maldives announces 3 day 40% off sale January 9th – 11th, 2015

MALDIVES, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Book your 2015 Maldives wish list travels with a special 3 day sale on anantara.com January 9th – 11th, 2015. Whether it’s a short getaway or a long holiday amidst the shimmering turquoise waters and dazzling white sands of the Indian Ocean, our Maldives Escapes offer award-winning resorts,… Read the full press release

airberlin transported more than 30 million passengers in 2014

Berlin, Germany, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — In 2014, airberlin was able to increase its number of passengers and transported more than 30 million passengers for the fifth year in a row. With 31,716,202 passengers, Germany’s second-largest airline welcomed 0.6 percent more passengers on board in yearly comparison. The revenue passenger kilometers (RPK) in… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport to get long-awaited train connection this summer when the Ring Rail Line opens

Helsinki, Finland, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Helsinki Airport will get the long-awaited train connection this summer when the Ring Rail Line opens. The new rail line will provide an easy connection between the airport and the Helsinki city centre. According to Ville Haapasaari, the director of Helsinki Airport, the new train link is one… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide added 22-unit apartment building in London to its global portfolio

LONDON,  2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 22-unit apartment building in London to its global portfolio. The property, newly named Oakwood Marylebone, is situated at Jerome House, on 14 Lisson Grove. Located in the district of Marylebone, this recently renovated contemporary-style… Read the full press release

CCA Galleries International to host exhibition of war memorabilia supplied by The British Red Cross and sponsored by Nedbank to mark the 70th anniversary of the Channel Islands liberation

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the Channel Islands, CCA Galleries International is proud to host an exhibition of war memorabilia supplied by The British Red Cross and sponsored by Nedbank. The celebrations begin at No. 8 Hill Street on Wednesday 14th January with a… Read the full press release

Jersey Tourism partnered with Sunair and Buro Britain over new direct charter flight service to Jersey from Rotterdam in 2015

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the recent announcement by Blue Islands to cancel the 2015 Amsterdam route, Jersey Tourism has partnered with Sunair and Buro Britain who have confirmed that they will operate a new direct charter flight service to Jersey from Rotterdam in 2015, flying from May 02 to September 12… Read the full press release

The Channel Islands to host family-friendly attractions during the Channel Islands Heritage Festival, 3rd April – 11th May 2015

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Just a short hop by plane or ferry from the UK, the Channel Islands – Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark – play host to a plethora of family-friendly attractions, beaches, hotels and restaurants, delivering to parents and children alike a relaxing and fun-filled break. A must-see event… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport launches changes to parking and use of the forecourt on Wednesday 7th January 2015

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Following on from last year’s announcement, changes to parking and use of the forecourt at Aberdeen International Airport are set to launch on Wednesday 7th January 2015. From this date, a charged forecourt area will be implemented, in an attempt to tackle local congestion and safety concerns…. Read the full press release

Air Partner helped evacuate stranded skiers from the French Alps

Air Partner, the leading provider of air charter services to governments, corporates and high net worth individuals, has been called in by tour operators to help evacuate stranded skiers from the French Alps.  LONDON, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The evacuation of holidaymakers, on a number of chartered Boeing 737-800’s, took place between 28 and… Read the full press release

Hilton Worldwide opens The GWR Tower Rooms and Tower Lounge@Paddington in an exclusive wing of the Hilton London Paddington Hotel

Hilton Revives Brunel’s Grand Victorian Vision For Great Age Of Travel LONDON, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — A stunning new venue for business travellers will make its mark in central London on 1 January 2015 with the opening of the GWR Tower Rooms and Tower Lounge@Paddington in an exclusive wing of the Hilton London Paddington Hotel…. Read the full press release

New polling figures released show continued support for Gatwick expansion over Heathrow

In crucial year for airports expansion debate, latest polling shows Londoners continue to back Gatwick over Heathrow Growing support for Gatwick included as one of “15 reasons for 2015” why Gatwick is the obvious choice for expansion LONDON, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — With 2015 marking a crucial year when the Airports Commission will… Read the full press release

Marriott International certified as one of the “Top Employers in China 2015” for the fourth consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute

Shanghai, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has been certified as one of the “Top Employers in China 2015” for the fourth consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute. The Top Employers Institute recognizes leading organizations around the world that achieve the highest standards of excellence in employee conditions. Top… Read the full press release

Thailand-based real estate developer Country Group Development (CGD) and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announce plan for a luxury hotel and residential project along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River and Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River to take their place as iconic landmarks on the longest waterfront promenade in Bangkok, covering 35-2-68 rai (approximately 14.2 acres) and 350 metres (1,150 feet) of river frontage The development has been unveiled as Chao Phraya Estate… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways and Flybe Group expand code-share agreement to connect passengers travelling from Hong Kong to UK via Amsterdam or Paris

HONG KONG, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced that it has expanded the code-share agreement with the Flybe Group that will connect passengers travelling from Hong Kong to four destinations in the United Kingdom via Amsterdam or Paris. Flybe is a British regional airline group based in Exeter in the… Read the full press release

Swissport International awarded Gold in the category of “Best Cargo Handler of the Year 2014” at ACSA’s Feather Awards

Opfikon, Switzerland, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — During ACSA’s yearly Feather Awards on 27 November at the Sandton Convention Center, Johannesburg, South Africa, Swissport International was awarded Gold in the category of “Best Cargo Handler of the Year 2014”. ACSA’s Feather Awards are based on feedback from passengers and other airport users and thus directly… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh names Marcel Oostenbrink as the new Resort Manager

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Maria Jagla, General Manager, is pleased to announce the new appointment of Marcel Oostenbrink as the new Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh. Marcel is a second generation hotelier holding a bachelors degree from the International Hotel School “The Hague” as well as a… Read the full press release

Embraer Executive Jets and NetJets® Inc signed agreement to convert 10 Signature Series Phenom 300 purchase options into firm orders

São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Executive Jets and NetJets® Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company and the worldwide leader in private aviation, have signed an agreement to convert 10 Signature Series Phenom 300 purchase options into firm orders. At current list prices, this addition to the contract is worth US$ 89.55… Read the full press release

Aeroflot provided over 700 children from different regions of Russia with medical care in 2014 under its charity program “A Heart With Two Wings”

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot is summing up the results of the charity program «A Heart With Two Wings» 2014. More than 700 children from different regions of Russia have received medical care during the outgoing year. The program was launched in the year of Aeroflot 90th anniversary — in 2013 — in order to help children with rare diseases of the immune system, musculoskeletal system and… Read the full press release

Aeroflot took delivery of its 15th full-specification Sukhoi Superjet 100 produced by JSC Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCA)

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has taken delivery of its 15th full-specification Sukhoi Superjet 100 (registration number RA-89045) produced by JSC Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCA). The plane has been named in honour of Ivan Voedilo, a pioneer of the regular international flights on the route Moscow — Koenigsberg (Kaliningrad). New Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft has been transferred to Aeroflot under a financial lease from… Read the full press release

Aeroflot hosted business meeting in Shenzhen, China with Chinese aviation, tourism and logistic industry representatives

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — On December 23, 2014, Aeroflot hosted a business meeting in Shenzhen, China with Chinese aviation, tourism and logistic industry representatives. The Company presented on its current position and prospects in the region. Aeroflot Group, the leader of the Russian aviation market, was represented at the meeting by Alexander Lukashin, Head of International PR Division, and Nikita Krichevskiy, Member of Aeroflot Public Council,… Read the full press release

2014 ha sido testigo de los cambios más efectivos y duraderos de la transformación de Iberia

MADRID, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — En un tiempo récord, dos años, Iberia ha pasado de perder un millón de euros al día a ganar dinero; de vivir en el conflicto a presentar una de las mejores performance del mundo; de cerrar rutas deficitarias, a abrir nuevos y viejos destinos; de una imagen antigua… Read the full press release

Qantas last Boeing 767 conducted its final flight from Melbourne to Sydney

SYDNEY, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas will today (27th December 2014) say farewell to its last Boeing 767, as the aircraft conducts its final flight – with the special flight number of QF767 – from Melbourne to Sydney. The Boeing 767 has been in the Qantas fleet since July 1985 and for a… Read the full press release