• Amadeus has scored the highest amongst peers in our sector, becoming the leader for the Support Services sector • The company enters both the European and World indexes 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a leading travel technology partner and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, will debut on Monday September 24 on… Read the full press release
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PABU at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Introduces New Satori Menu
Located along Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, the new Japanese izakaya offers a special tasting menu. Baltimore, U.S.A. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — PABU, the Japanese izakaya located along Baltimore’s Inner Harbor adjacent to Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore from chefs Michael Mina and Ken Tominaga, presents a modern take on traditional izakayastyle dining featuring small plates, grilled items from the exposed robata grill, as well as… Read the full press release
New Signature Flight Support Facility Celebrates Opening With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at O’Hare International Airport
CHICAGO, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today marked the official grand opening of the new Signature Flight Support terminal at O’Hare International Airport. The facility replaces the existing fixed-base operator (FBO) facility, which needed to be relocated as part of O’Hare’s ongoing airfield reconfiguration under the O’Hare Modernization Program (OMP). The celebration, hosted by Signature, included a reception at the new building… Read the full press release
Dogmersfield Primary School Supports Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire in Pledge to Plant 10 Million Trees
Children of Dogmersfield Primary School were invited to the beautiful grounds of Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire to plant an oak sapling in honour of a very special anniversary pledge. Hampshire, England 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Last year, in celebration of 50 years, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts marked its milestone anniversary with a pledge to plant 10 Million Trees, a… Read the full press release
TravelClick Drives Bookings for its Hotels in Partnership with Room Key
NEW YORK, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — TravelClick, the leading provider of revenue generating solutions for hoteliers across the globe, announced today that their hotels are live on Room Key (www.roomkey.com). Thousands of TravelClick’s web booking engine hotel customers can now display real-time, best available rates and inventory on the Room Key website. Room Key, an innovative online… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Amman Appoints Roa’a Khreis as New Manager of Asia Restaurant
Six-year hotel veteran continues to rise. Amman, Jordan, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman announces the success of the first female Jordanian food and beverage manager in the Hotel since the opening almost ten years ago: Roa’a Khreis, who is now the Manager of Asia restaurant. Khreis has been with the Hotel for more than six years and… Read the full press release
LOT uruchomił 16 samodzielnych stanowisk odpraw na lotnisku Chopina w Warszawie
2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pasażerowie LOT-u mogą korzystać z ośmiu stanowisk umiejscowionych przy tradycyjnych stanowiskach odpraw polskiego przewoźnika w strefie C lotniska. Kolejne osiem kiosków self check-in znajdują się w sąsiedztwie, w strefie D lotniska. Nowo udostępnione stanowiska są wyposażone m.in. w funkcję automatycznego czytnika paszportów oraz kart lojalnościowych i kredytowych. Pozwala to znacznie przyspieszyć proces… Read the full press release
The Fine Craft of Drinking is Revived at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Bespoke beverages meet innovative design at GRAIN – Sydney’s newest neighbourhood local. Sydney, Australia, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sydney’s Rocks precinct has just become an even more desirable meeting place, with the addition of the neighbourhood’s newest local – GRAIN – a bespoke bar by Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. Stunningly positioned overlooking George and Alfred Streets at Circular Quay off the… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Starts Ultra Low Fare Service Between Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth Houston to Chicago and Las Vegas Starts October 4, 2012
Miramar, Florida, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today launched its ultra low fare service between Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth. Spirit now offers twice daily nonstop flights between Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, with connections available to 12 destinations throughout the Americas, including Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Fort Myers, Las… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay Unveils the Art of Blind Tasting Culinary Journey
Chef Joseph Yaple presents sustainable tasting with a twist. Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hulopoe Court, the signature restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay, unveils an innovative concept developed by Chef Joseph Yaple, appropriately titled The Art of Blind Tasting. The concept puts a new spin on the traditional tasting… Read the full press release
Fly Europe with LOT aboard Dreamliner
Warsaw, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, LOT Polish Arlines start selling tickets for European flights aboard their first Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Dreamliner will depart on its first flight on 14th December and the destination will be Prague. There are more flights to European cities scheduled until mid January 2013. Beginning today, all Passengers wishing to fly… Read the full press release
Traveling with Teens in Boston? Four Seasons to the Rescue
Introducing a new virtual amenity atFour Seasons Hotel Boston, designed exclusively for teens. Boston, U.S.A. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Children and adults have always felt like VIPs at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, with bountiful offerings designed just for them. Now teens get in on the action too with a Virtual Amenity program that enables them to choose custom amenities – and also to… Read the full press release
Iconic Marriott Hotels & Resorts Brand Chooses Grey as its New Advertising Agency of Record
2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its campaign to reimagine hospitality, Marriott Hotels & Resorts (MHR), the signature brand of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR), today announced it has chosen Grey New York as its lead creative agency of record. Grey is expected to officially begin working for the brand next month, pending a signed contract…. Read the full press release
October Dedicated to Cancer Fundraising at Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Month-long lineup includes special events, promotions. Austin, U.S.A. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — This October, locals and guests at Four Seasons Hotel Austin can help find a cure for cancer simply by digging into a stack of pancakes, practicing their downward dog or listening to live music on the Hotel’s back lawn. Dubbed “October for Seton,” the luxury Hotel’s… Read the full press release
LOT chosen the best airline in Central and Eastern Europe!
Warsaw, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Readers of the British prestigious magazine – “Business Traveller” – have appreciated the LOT Polish Airlines again. The Polish airlines received an award in the category of the best airline in Central and Eastern Europe. The ceremony of giving the statues was held at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington, London… Read the full press release
#iHeartLanai Pinterest Contest Encourages Guests to Pack Their Pins to Paradise
Enter to win a getaway to Four Seasons Resort Lanai this fall Hawaii, Lana’i, Lodge at Koele, U.S.A. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether in search of the perfect wave or an escape from the everyday, wanderlust travellers are invited to” pin to win” an idyllic getaway to Lanai, sponsored by Four Seasons Resorts Lanai and the Lanai Visitors Bureau. Year-round sunshine,… Read the full press release
Lufthansa uses innovative feature of the iPhone iOS 6 operating system
2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the launch of the new Passbook app for the iPhone iOS 6 operating system, Lufthansa passengers can have their boarding pass issued in the appropriate format. From now on, they can also opt to have their mobile boarding pass delivered via the Passbook function on their iPhone. Once passengers have successfully… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resorts Lanai Announces #iHeartLanai Virtual Vacation Pinterest Contest
Pack your pins this fall for a chance to win a Lanai getaway. Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether in search of the perfect wave or an escape from the everyday, wanderlust travellers are invited to” pin to win” an idyllic getaway to Lanai, sponsored by Four Seasons Resorts Lanai and the Lanai Visitors Bureau. Year-round… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe Welcomes Andrew Cooper as Executive Chef
New chef joining the “Land of Enchantment” from the “Big Island” of Hawaii. Santa Fe, U.S.A., 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Andrew Cooper has been appointed Executive Chef at Four SeasonsResort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe, joining the team from the Resort’s sister property, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu. “This is my first time living in the Southwest, and I couldn’t… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines® Launches The ‘Southwest Porch at Strauss Square’ in Partnership with Dallas’ AT&T Performing Arts Center
Airline Creates Outdoor Venue Where Arts Enthusiasts Can Enjoy Southwest Hospitality in the Heart of Downtown Dallas DALLAS – 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) launched the Southwest Porch at Strauss Square, a new outdoor lounge that will provide visitors to Dallas’ AT&T Performing Arts Center with a relaxing spot to enjoy performances at… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific statement on its restrictive carriage policy on sharks and shark-related products
2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific today reiterated that the decision to stop shipping unsustainably sourced sharks and shark-related products was made based on sustainable development considerations. The decision was made public two weeks ago. Under the airline’s new restrictive carriage policy, it will only accept shipments when shippers provide proof that the products to be… Read the full press release
Home2 Suites by Hilton® Takes Four Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
Brand Recognized in Hospitality Category for Excellence in Advertising, Marketing & Web Marketing MCLEAN, Va., 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Home2 Suites by Hilton, the award-winning mid-tier, all-suite hotel brand designed for modern business travelers and extended-stay guests, was recently recognized by Travel Weekly with a total of four 2012 Magellan Awards.Travel Weekly is among the most influential business news resources for… Read the full press release
Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau Paints Global Picture for Philadelphia
PCVB shares its international sales, marketing and messaging strategy PHILADELPHIA, 2012-09-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amid the backdrop of the Van Gogh Up Close exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PCVB) last night showcased its strategies for attracting business to Philadelphia through its global marketing efforts and how local businesses can… Read the full press release
JW Marriott Luxury Brand to Open First Hotel in Panama
2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International’s world-class luxury hotel brand, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, announced today plans to convert the existing 118-room Bristol Buenaventura, making it the first resort and first hotel for the brand in Panama. The future JW Marriott Panama Golf & Beach Resort will be located within the master-planned Buenaventura beachfront community,… Read the full press release
Time Travel Without Ever Leaving 2012 Chicago
Clarke House Museum, Chicago’s Oldest Surviving Building, Hosts Family Day, October 13 2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — A trip to 1850s Chicago is as easy as visiting the Prairie Avenue Historic District where Chicago’s landmark house museum, the Clarke House Museum, hosts the free admission Family Day, Saturday, October 13, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., one of… Read the full press release
Hilton Lake Taupo Named Best New Zealand Regional Property Two Years Running At The HM Awards 2012
Multi-Award-Winning Hilton Lake Taupo Has Added Yet Another Award To Its Impressive Line Up, HM Magazines Best New Zealand Regional Property Award 2012 TAUPO, New Zealand, 2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Lake Taupo has won the coveted award for Best New Zealand Regional property for the second year in a row at the tenth annual HM Awards for… Read the full press release
Chicago Artists Month Kicks Off With Bridgeport “Block” Party, October 5
Featured Artists and Events Highlight the Month of October Cindy Gatziolis 312.744.0573 2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 2012 Chicago Artists Month (CAM) celebrates “Art Block by Block” with an opening night event taking place on three separate blocks in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood. The Bridgeport “Block” Party is Friday, October 5 at the Bridgeport Arts Center (1200 W…. Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. and IMG Academy to Offer Exclusive Sports Training Packages for Ritz-Carlton Rewards® Members
2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Members of The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program now have the opportunity to access IMG Academy, the world’s leading integrated academic and athletic training establishment. “We consider it a privilege to connect our loyal Ritz-Carlton Rewards members to extraordinary experiences that they will treasure for a lifetime,” commented Chris Tammaro, Vice President, The Ritz-Carlton… Read the full press release
Contract signed at Innotrans 2012: SBB becomes the single-source contractor for cleaning services on the Zentralbahn.
Zentralbahn was looking for a single-source contractor to take over all its cleaning services. SBB Passenger Operating rose to the challenge, submitted an attractive bid, and was awarded the contract. Since SBB is attending Innotrans 2012, the two companies signed the contracts in Berlin on 20 September 2012. 2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the single-source contractor, SBB will take… Read the full press release
Marriott International Fuels Development in Africa with Educational Partnership
First Graduates of Akilah Institute for Women to Open First Marriott Hotel in Sub-Saharan Africa. 2012-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) increases its presence in Africa more than six fold from eight to 50 hotels by 2020, it anticipates hiring nearly 10,000 employees, the majority of whom will be local residents. Committed to investing in… Read the full press release