2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — It is business as usual at the Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square after a part of the ceiling collapsed after a huge storm hit Brisbane CBD on Saturday. Excessive rain water caused the ceiling over the Reception area to collapse, causing a loss of power and some flooding on the ground floor…. Read the full press release
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Qatar Tourism Authority supports Campaign Promoting Law of Ethics in Qatar
Qatar, Doha – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Calling on all visitors and residents of Qatar to understand the country’s rich tradition and values, Qatar Tourism Authority’s (QTA) is supporting the campaign promoting the reinforcement of the country’s Law of Ethics. A campaign run by a group of writers, was a call to remind visitors and residents… Read the full press release
TradeWinds Island Resorts – A Favorite for a Blissfully Carefree Wedding Day
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — For weddings large and small, traditional and trendy, simple or elaborate, the TradeWinds Island Resorts promise stress-free planning and sophisticated service for brides-to-be. Lavish indoor affairs with twinkling lights, crisp linens and classic chair covers and barefoot beach weddings with linen suits, tropical bouquets and spectacular sunsets… Read the full press release
Ryanair’s 2013 Cabin Crew Charity Calendar Smashes Sales Record
OVER 7,000 CALENDARS SOLD IN ONE MONTH DON’T MISS OUT – BUY ONE OF THE REMAINING FEW TODAY! 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (19 Nov) announced record sales of its 2013 Ryanair Cabin Crew Charity Calendar, which has sold over 7,000 copies since it was launched in Warsaw last month,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Nevis Premieres on Tennis Channel TV’s Destination West Indies Segment
Travellers can tune in this season to follow tips from favourite tennis experts as they hit the scene in St. Kitts & Nevis Nevis, West Indies, Caribbean – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tennis lovers can tune in to the Tennis Channel’s Destination Tennis series this season for a virtual visit to one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets: St. Kitts… Read the full press release
New Windsor VIA Rail Station Officially Opens
Windsor, Ontario, 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, as part of the ongoing modernization of VIA Rail Canada facilities, the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport), and Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer and Corporate Secretary of VIA Rail, officially opened the new VIA Rail Windsor Station. “Our government is committed to quality and… Read the full press release
TradeWinds Island Resorts Distinctive Dining
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Offering a mouth-watering array of unique dining options in one complete resort experience, the TradeWinds Island Resorts on St. Pete Beach are sure to please even the most discriminating palates. Guests of the TradeWinds Island Resorts – the TradeWinds Island Grand and Guy Harvey Outpost, a Tradewinds… Read the full press release
Silversea’s Galapagos Expedition Cruises Now Open For Booking
Ft. Lauderdale, FL — 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Luxury expedition cruise specialist Silversea has opened the books for its 2013 and 2014 Galápagos programs. Its year-round schedule of 7-day expedition voyages aboard the 100-guest, all-suite Silver Galapagos will begin operating in late September 2013 featuring the following options: Western Itinerary: Sailing Saturday to Saturday roundtrip from Baltra Island, Silver Galapagos will… Read the full press release
SSP wins new €60 million contract at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP has announced that it has won a tender to operate five new outlets at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station. The deal will run for 12 years, commencing in May 2013, and is valued at €60 million. The new outlets will be developed by SSP as part of a major modernisation project by operators… Read the full press release
Jet Airways partners with Expedia Affiliate Network to offer hotel bookings on jetairways.com
MUMBAI: 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier International airline, has entered into a partnership with the Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) to offer budget and luxury hotel bookings within India and across the globe on our website www.jetairways.com. As an introductory offer, guests of Jet Airways can enjoy an exclusive 5% discount at more than… Read the full press release
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow This Holiday Season with New Weekend Packages at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California
Hotel packages for couples and families include live snowfalls, USD 50.00 daily dining credits plus savings on Spa and luxury shopping at Camarillo Premium Outlets Los Angeles, Westlake Village, U.S.A. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The holidays come to life this December at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California for hotel guests, local residents and private parties. Two hotel… Read the full press release
Traffic Results for October 2012: Austrian Airlines Carries More Than One Million Passengers
• January – October 2012: 1.7 percent more passengers carried • October 2012: Trend with load factor continues to be positive, capacity-related decline in passenger volume 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Austrian Airlines Group increased the number of passengers carried in the first ten months of 2012 by 1.7 percent from the prior-year level to a… Read the full press release
Buyers and sellers guide to Newquay Cornwall Airport
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Buyers and sellers guide to Newquay Cornwall Airport 1 – Be pleasant and polite to both customers and other sellers 2 – Setup starts one hour before buyers are allowed in, try to arrive in good time to set up your stall 3 – Bring plenty of change 4 – No buying… Read the full press release
Aberdeen Airport comment on Virgin Atlantic announcement
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — See below, official comment from Aberdeen Airport, following the announcement that Virgin Atlantic has been successful in securing the remedy slots to fly into Heathrow from both Aberdeen and Edinburgh Airports, made available by the sale of bmi. Derek Provan, Aberdeen Airport MD, said: “I look forward to welcoming Virgin Atlantic to… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Announces Exclusive South African Wine Dinner At Flare Hosted By Ross Edward Marks
PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest exclusive South African wine dinner promotion at Flare restaurant. The promotion is held in partnership with the leading wine expert from Central Wine Cellar, Ross Edward Marks who was previously Head Sommelier of the Waldorf Astoria New York. Fleeing persecution in their homelands,… Read the full press release
Aeroflot has been named the best Russian airline by readers of Condé Nast Traveller
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aeroflot was recognized as the best airline in Russia, taking top honor according to Condé Nast Traveller Readers Choice – the most prestigious award in the world travel industry. Condé Nast Traveller Readers Choice Award has been bestowing the best of the best in the industry for more than 10 years and… Read the full press release
Iberia reparará componentes de los aviones A318 de TAROM Airlines
El contrato de mantenimiento firmado entre Iberia y TAROM Airlines tendrá una duración de cinco años Los componentes de los aviones Airbus A318 de la línea aérea rumana serán revisados y reparados en las instalaciones de mantenimiento de Iberia en Madrid Madrid, 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — TAROM, la compañía aérea de bandera de Rumanía, ha firmado un… Read the full press release
Grupa Travel chooses Travelport
Polish Travel Management Company chooses Travelport as its technology partner Langley, 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has announced the signing of a new agreement with Grupa Travel which will result in the Travel Management Company’s use of the latest Travelport technology, including Travelport SmartPoint App™. “When choosing a… Read the full press release
San Francisco International Airport Takes Top Honors in Concession Program Awards
SFO recognized for best food & beverage program among large airports SAN FRANCISCO — 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), the foremost advocate for airport operators in North America, has awarded San Francisco International Airport (SFO) first place honors for the airport’s outstanding concession program. In the Large Airport category, SFO won First… Read the full press release
CVG,Get Here, Get There, Get Home Faster for the Holidays
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — If saving time is money for you this holiday season, then CVG can help. The holidays mark the busiest travel time of the year. CVG looks forward to welcoming tens of thousands of travelers this holiday season. You can make your flying experience faster and more enjoyable with some simple advance planning…. Read the full press release
Budapest Airport Smartphone Application
The icon indicating the smartphone application has already appeared on the website of Budapest Airport 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The application is available for download on phones running under iOS, Android and BlackBerry platforms. Although it is a basic application at the moment, several new functions will be introduced in upcoming months. This move further strengthens the leading position of Budapest… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Embarks On “The Charity Teddy Bear for Underprivileged Kids Project” To Raise Funds For Human Help Network Foundation Thailand
PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest corporate social responsibility initiative, ‘The Charity Teddy Bear for Underprivileged KidsProject’. Aimed at raising funds for the Human Help Network Foundation Thailand (www.hhnthailand.org), the project will help protect children’s rights against exploitation, poverty and child discrimination. The charity teddy bear is presented in… Read the full press release
Bristol Airport launches new service for group travellers
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport is launching a personalised service for group travellers, aimed at getting their journeys off to a great start. Occasions will cater for couples and groups looking to relax and enjoy refreshments in the terminal before boarding their flight. Whether travelling as part of a business delegation, school trip, stag or hen party,… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole Unveils The Handle Bar, Opening December 2012
Lively American pub and beer hall by the Mina Group to offer year-round “all night” après ski, wood-grilled burgers and sweeping mountain views Jackson Hole, U.S.A. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Introducing The Handle Bar at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole – the newest concept by Mina Group – set to open December 2012 at the Resort in the heart of Jackson… Read the full press release
SAS, New union agreements signed with 7 of 8 unions- negotiations continues
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — On November 12 the Board of SAS approved the 4 Excellence Next Generation (4XNG) plan to address the issues facing SAS. The 4XNG plan will improve EBT by approximately 3 bn SEK on an annualized basis and improve the overall cost flexibility. One of the conditions to implement the plan and for… Read the full press release
WTTC: “Europe right and wrong on emissions trading”
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — “A very unexpected but very welcome development, which may now temporarily prevent a full scale trade war” is the response of World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) President & CEO, David Scowsill, to the European Union’s decision to postpone the full introduction of its emissions trading scheme (ETS). WTTC has long argued… Read the full press release
Adaptations tarifaires annuelles de la SNCB
Comme chaque année, la SNCB adapte ses tarifs le 1er février. Pour 2013, en moyenne, tous produits confondus, les tarifs augmentent de 1,80%, soit une hausse plus faible que l’évolution de l’index santé de 2,21% (1), mais aussi plus faible que nos coûts de personnel et des sillons notamment Une hausse inférieure à l’évolution de… Read the full press release
The Next Big Thing in World Coffee Culture is Brewing at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo
Re-imagined Café Britt coffee house featuring the finest Costa Rican coffee, light fare and outdoor seating is now open Costa Rica – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coffee aficionados can put another hot destination on their map of places around the world to enjoy a fantastic cup of coffee and warm and friendly atmosphere to socialize with… Read the full press release
Houston Airport System Embraces Technology to Share Wait Times for Security Checkpoints on fly2Houston.com
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Effective immediately, passengers flying out of Houston have a new technology with real-time data on security checkpoint wait times at George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport. A new innovative tool on www.Fly2Houston.com captures Bluetooth signals and displays how long it actually takes travelers to clear the checkpoint. “We exist to connect… Read the full press release
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort And Spa Completes $9 Million Guest Room And Bathroom Renovation
Property Expected to Be Completed by November 15, 2012 MARCO ISLAND, Fla. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa today announced the completion of its guest room renovation. The renovation is part of a three-year, $3 billion plan of significant property renovations currently under way across the global portfolio of Hilton… Read the full press release