British Airways and Brand USA announce inaugural founding partnership

Partnership represents the first airline partnership for Brand USA LONDON, 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Brand USA today announced British Airways as the organization’s first founding airline partner.  The founding partner level is the highest offered by Brand USA and represents commitments valued at $1 million or more. As a founding partner, British Airways will work with Brand… Read the full press release

Savour the Fall Season and Wine & Dine for a Cause at deca RESTAURANT at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel

deca BAR with its scenic views

Fall brings a Whole Hog Menu, Drive-In Theatre offer and special Pink Menu to support breast cancer research. 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — This fall, deca RESTAURANT + BAR at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, AFour Seasons Hotel, offers a Theatre Prix Fixe with complimentary parking, “Pink”tober specials to benefit breast cancer research, and a Whole Hog celebration featuring ten pork dishes… Read the full press release

WIZZ AIR LAUNCHES LOW FARES TO/FROM ISRAEL

New Tel Aviv-Budapest route on sale now Tel Aviv, 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced its new Tel Aviv-Budapest route which will initially operate three times per week from 6th December 2012. Wizz Air commenced its European low-cost operations in 2004 and has since… Read the full press release

The Coffee Shack Opens at Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Parked permanently in Hilton San Francisco Financial District's front drive and one block away from the Pyramid, The Coffee Shack features much more than coffee. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

SAN FRANCISCO, 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton San Francisco Financial District is pleased to announce the opening of The Coffee Shack. Parked permanently in Hilton San Francisco Financial District’s front drive and one block away from the Pyramid, The Coffee Shack features much more than coffee. Patrons can start their day with coffee for a buck. Food selections… Read the full press release

Brand USA Pavilion Open for Business

2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Brand USA Pavilion at leading international trade shows brands, positions, and promotes the U.S. as the world’s premier travel destination and offers destinations and suppliers unique and cost-effective opportunities to interact personally with their primary buyers.  To facilitate strong industry participation in this unparalleled platform a website has been launched to detail… Read the full press release

Urgent information on situation in Sheremetyevo airport

2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Problems with electricity support in Sheremetyevo international airport caused Aeroflot to delay a number of domestic and international flights because of registration and baggage system malfunctions and also because of custom control failure. The systems are being restored at the moment. As of 01.10 pm (MSK) flights operation from Terminal-D is recovered…. Read the full press release

Iberia recibe el premio “Future Travel Experience” a la mejor iniciativa en asistencia a pasajeros

Iberia recibe el premio "Future Travel Experience" a la mejor iniciativa en asistencia a pasajeros

Es el reconocimiento a los diferentes proyectos desarrollados por la compañía para mejorar el servicio al cliente con soluciones innovadoras, tanto en el aeropuerto como durante el vuelo  En este foro Iberia también ha sido protagonista con una ponencia sobre movilidad, en la que ha presentado sus proyectos “Ipads para sobrecargos” e “IBHelp”. Además de… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver Hosts 32nd Annual Terry Fox Run at Stanley Park, Sunday, September 16, 2012

Four Seasons Founder and CEO Isadore Sharp and Terry Fox

Event features MC & Global TV news anchor Jill Krop, Vancouver Fire Department warm up, complimentary breakfast and Kids Playzone. 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The team at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver is organizing one of Vancouver’s most loved annual charitable events. Terry Fox remains a global hero for his brave and selfless approach to raising awareness and funds… Read the full press release

Revamped Recreation.Gov Rolled Out

R2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — On August 20, a new element in President Obama’s initiative to leverage travel and tourism as a key generator to fuel the economy and create jobs was unveiled with the announcement of a new design, improved navigation tools and expanded content for Recreation.Gov, the interagency website that guides visitors to 90,000 sites… Read the full press release

Iberia acoge a 40 empresas del sector aéreo de todo el mundo

La compañía española es anfitriona del 7º congreso internacional “GroundStar Users Conference”, que se celebra en Madrid hasta el viernes. Se han acreditado más de 200 representantes de las más importantes aerolíneas, aeropuertos y empresas de handling. El congreso está organizado por Inform GmbH, la empresa que desarrolló el sistema de gestión del “hub control”… Read the full press release

Bahrain International Airport Welcomes Inaugural Flight from Sri Lanka’s Mihin Lanka Airways

Bahrain International Airport Welcomes Inaugural Flight from Sri Lanka's Mihin Lanka Airways

2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) welcomed the inaugural flight of Mihin Lanka to the Kingdom of Bahrain on Sunday September 02, 2012. The new milestone of Mihin Lanka, a 100% owned airline by the government of Sri Lanka, is a reflection of its progressively growing operations. The ceremony was attended by top… Read the full press release

London 2012 airspace restrictions come to an end

2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — All airspace restrictions relating to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games have now been lifted, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) confirmed today. The last restricted zone, shown as P114 on aviation charts, in place for the Paralympic Games, ended at midnight on Wednesday 12 September. Praising the role of the… Read the full press release

Sunday Night in the City at Four Seasons Hotel Boston

Sunday staycations are all the rage – book a Boston fall getaway now and enjoy exclusive amenities. Boston, U.S.A. 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Introducing the Sunday Night in the City package at Four SeasonsHotel Boston, designed exclusively for guests seeking a night of R&R during the Hub’s most beautiful time of year. Stroll the Public Garden or Newbury Street… Read the full press release

One year on: Signature Experiences Collection® case studies Vol. 2: Beck’s Kennels.

Since CTC’s program launched last year, new markets have opened up and business has nearly doubled for this Northwest Territories master of mushing. 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cry “havoc” and let slip the dogs of tourism: with apologies to Mr. Shakespeare, that’s what Beck’s Kennels in Yellowknife, NWT, has been doing since 1989. More than 150 huskies comprise one of… Read the full press release

Zurich Airport Key Figures – August 2012

2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Traffic Figures: 2,395,482 passengers were handled at Zurich Airport during August 2012, a gain of 3.2% versus August 2011. The year to date passenger growth stands at +2.8%. O&D or local passengers (originating or departing from Zurich) increased by 2.5% to 1,559,464 compared to previous August (YTD +2.2%). Transfer passengers increased by… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C and Destination Cellars Offer Customized Wine Travel Experiences to Ritz-Carlton Rewards Members

CHEVY CHASE, MD – 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. in conjunction with Destination Cellars, a private luxury wine club announces unique access to special, customized wine travel experiences around the world for members of Ritz-Carlton Rewards® . From intimate tastings to one-on-one time with top winemakers in breathtaking destinations, Destination Cellars specializes… Read the full press release

From Art Nouveau to Pop Day-Glo: Levi Strauss Advertising as Art

New exhibition presents examples of promotional imagery from the company’s archives. SAN FRANCISCO 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Classic American illustration is presented in many forms, but is always recognizable. Bold colors, finely detailed drawings, and a nod to popular culture are the hallmarks of the design aesthetic adopted by fine artists, commercial illustrators, and designers. San… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole Named 2012 Best Performing Hotel Award Winner, Luxury Segment by STR

Ski in, ski out at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole

Resort’s stellar performance earns accolade. Jackson Hole, U.S.A. 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taking the Best Performer in the Luxury Segment category, Wyoming’s Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole was among seven US hotels recently recognized in their class as top performing hotels by Smith Travel Research (STR). The winners were determined based on a number of criteria, including the following metrics:… Read the full press release

Travelzoo CFO to Present at the Deutsche Bank’s dbAccess 2012 Technology Conference

NEW YORK, 2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, announced today that Glen Ceremony, chief financial officer, will present at the Deutsche Bank’s dbAccess 2012 Technology Conference. The presentation will take place on Wednesday, September 12, 2012, at 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time at Encore at Wynn Las Vegas. Attendance… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines presents B787 Dreamliner at Brussels Airport

Ethiopian Airlines presents B787 Dreamliner at Brussels Airport

2012-09-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, 10th September, a Boeing B787 visited Belgium for the very first time. Ethiopian Airlines, which normally uses Boeing B757 and B767 aircraft on its Brussels route, exceptionally operated the route with its brand-new B787. The B787 Dreamliner is a commercial airplane developed by the Amercian constructor Boeing. This is the very… Read the full press release

Loganair Launch New Sunday Service

Flybe franchise partner Loganair to launch new Sunday service from Glasgow to Leeds Bradford Airport 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — New service from Scotland’s biggest city opens up West Yorkshire to business and leisure passengers Scotland’s airline Loganair will launch the first Sunday service between Glasgow and Leeds Bradford Airport this weekend. The Glasgow-based airline, which celebrates… Read the full press release

CHRISTCHURCH AIRPORT LIGHTS UP FOR BLUE SEPTEMBER

2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Visitors to Christchurch Airport this month can’t help but notice a bright blue tower to mark the start of Blue September. Now into its fifth year, Blue September aims to get men (and their loved ones) to face up to prostate cancer through the message “Go Blue! Face up to prostate cancer”…. Read the full press release

EASYJET APPEARS BEFORE THE NORTHERN IRELAND AFFAIRS COMMITTEE TO GIVE EVIDENCE ON THE AIR TRANSPORT STRATEGY FOR NORTHERN IRELAND

2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, today appeared before the House of Commons Northern Ireland affairs committee to give evidence on the air transport strategy for Northern Ireland and highlight easyJet’s long term commitment to serving the region. Speaking at today’s House of Commons Northern Ireland Affairs Committee, Paul Simmons, the airline’s UK… Read the full press release

Gatwick Passenger numbers up by 0.2% in August

Gatwick saw a marginal increase of 0.2% in passenger traffic in August As the Olympics ended Gatwick saw an increase in late holiday bookings Load factors remain high at 88% New long haul airlines serving Asia boosts growth in that market by 8.2% 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — August 2012 traffic performance summary Month Moving Annual Total… Read the full press release

The Spa at Coworth Park awarded by Condé Nast Traveller

2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coworth Park, Dorchester Collection’s country house hotel and spa, was named second favourite ‘UK Hotel Spa’, and first country house hotel within this category, at last night’s Condé Nast Traveller’s annual Readers’ Travel Awards. This accolade follows shortly after The Spa at Coworth Park’s win for top ‘UK Hotel Spa’ at the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan Welcomes Uday Rao as Resort Manager

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan Welcomes Uday Rao as Resort Manager

Four Seasons veteran comes to Balinese paradise. Bali at Sayan, Indonesia, 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan welcomes Uday Rao as Resort Manager. A long-time Four Seasons veteran, Uday is excited to be part of the Bali team. Uday was born in India and his name means “sunrise,” honouring the fact that he was born at dawn…. Read the full press release

Argentinian wins Star Alliance 15th anniversary competition

Runner-up winner from Taiwan selects Wearable Art Show in New Zealand as part of Round-the-World trip 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Congratulations go to Diego M. from Argentina who was closest in finding the virtual airplane in Star Alliance’s 15th Anniversary competition. Having won the top prize – a trip of a lifetime for himself and 14… Read the full press release

GBTA Forecasts Continued Growth in Brazilian Business Travel Spending Despite Challenging Global Economic Conditions

Business travel spending remains positive despite global economic ripple effect September 11th, 2012: Sao Paulo, Brazil – GBTA has released its second GBTA BTI™ Outlook report on Brazil as part of its semiannual series. The report, sponsored by Visa, includes the GBTA BTI™, an index of business travel spending which provides a way to distill market… Read the full press release

Advancing Cancer Research: Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Aims to Reach CAD 9 Million Mark at 2012 Wilket Creek Park Terry Fox Run as Part of Continuing Global Commitment to the Cause

Isadore Sharp and Terry Fox

More than 350 corporate and hotel employees will participate in September 16 event in Toronto. Toronto, Canada 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons hotels and resorts around the world are participating in Terry Fox Runs and other fundraising initiatives again this year, marking more than three decades of commitment to cancer research. Every year, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto and the… Read the full press release

GBTA Reveals Best and Worst Travel Taxes in Top 50 U.S. Destinations

Fifth Annual List Finds That Taxes Targeting Travel Services Increase Total Tax Burden by 57% Alexandria, VA, 2012-09-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Discriminatory travel taxes and fees enacted on travel-related services impose an average increased cost on visitors of 57% over general sales tax, according to new research released by the GBTA Foundation, the education and research… Read the full press release