2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers travelling through Heathrow will now be able to benefit from two new shopping services which have launched in time for Christmas. The launch is being supported by a major advertising campaign on 26 November aimed at the 41% of passengers who travel through Heathrow to visit friends and family over Christmas…. Read the full press release
2012-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — For its final Happy Hour of the year, airberlin has come up with something extra special for its guests: tickets to New York! On Friday, 23rd November, from 12:00 noon to 15:00 only, tickets from cities such as Dusseldorf to the Big Apple are available from 399 euros return. The travel period… Read the full press release
2012-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Rewards members can now take advantage of the off-season with a new award offer, Seasonal Awards. Whether it’s a beach vacation in the Caribbean, a cultural exploration in Europe, a shopping expedition in New York or a relaxing day at the spa in the deserts of Arizona and California, Marriott Rewards… Read the full press release
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — After you’ve stuffed yourself with turkey and worn your feet out at the mall, check out ShopMarriott.com for a deal that will leave you sleeping easy. For the first time ever, ShopMarriott.com is offering $600 off of a queen or king-sized Marriott bed. This deal is only available on CyberMonday, November 26…. Read the full press release
Palma de Mallorca, 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enjoy the winter sun and take a stroll to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum to visit the temporary exhibition. Stop along the way to refuel with some traditional hot chocolate and churros. From there, you can walk to the heart of the capital, the Plaza Mayor, to browse the Craft Market stalls… Read the full press release
Designated Downtowns Call on Vermonters to take the 50/50 Challenge MONTPELIER, Vt. – 2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — As downtown businesses across the state ready themselves for the holiday shopping season, the Dept. of Economic, Housing and Community Development (DEHCD) is pleased to announce the 50/50 Challenge, a call to Vermonters to support their community by doing at… Read the full press release
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds Island Grand Resort Fast Facts Truly Grand Both tropical and traditional, the Island Grand is the TradeWinds’ classic, fun, family-friendly Florida beachfront resort. It is casual, yet crisp, active yet relaxing, busy yet exhilarating, complete in its offerings yet individual in its attention. The Two Palm Certified Green Lodge is located… Read the full press release
2012-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cape Town International Airport hosted the Airport Shopping local school choir competition on Saturday 17 November. Congratulations to Harry Gwala High School from Belhar which walked away with the title for 2012! Coming in second was Settlers High School from Bellville West and Bloekbombos Secondary School from Kraaifontein took third place. The… Read the full press release
2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds Island Resorts Relaxing & Riveting Recreation Complete Resort Experience Complete in its offerings, perfect in its setting, relaxed in its attitude and attentive in its approach, the TradeWinds Island Resorts provide the idealized Florida vacation experience. Guests at each individual beachfront resort have complete charging privileges at both properties. Resort Amenity… Read the full press release
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
2012 gift guide helps travellers tackle Christmas shopping while on the road Austin, U.S.A. – 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Another Christmas, another seemingly endless list of presents that need to be purchased. If body lotion and candles just won’t cut it this year, Four Seasons Hotel Austin offers the following ideas, all available throughout the Hotel. Visions of iPads… Read the full press release
Adopt a Penguin at Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa and Mystic Aquarium are giving guests the ultimate opportunity to adopt… a penguin. Upon booking, guests will receive an adoption kit that includes a personalized adoption certificate complete with a photo of their African Penguin. Perfect for the… Read the full press release
The Lumi store opened in the pop-up section of Helsinki Airport on 5 November. It focuses on the Lumi brand products and their innovative display in the Finnish way 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lumi is a Finnish design bag brand which has achieved international success. Lumi products are stylish, timeless leather bags and accessories for women… Read the full press release
2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Now through December 31, 2012, at www.marriott.com/floridashoppingoffer. Over 4.7 million Latin Americans traveled to the sunshine state last year to sightsee, enjoy the white sand beaches, amazing restaurants and nightlife and to take advantage of the exceptional shopping Florida has to offer. With the end of the year shopping season approaching, Marriott… Read the full press release
Financial considerations prompt Brits to adapt their approach to seasonal spend Festive fast movers: 49% have already started stocking up on Christmas presents Bulk benefits: 33% of Brits buy the same present for more than one person Christmas cut backs: 30% will spend less on gifts in 2012 while 16% are only buying for kids… Read the full press release
2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP, the leading dedicated operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations, has secured £450m (€560m) worth of new and extended contracts in two of France’s best known railway stations. The first is an extension to 2020 of an existing contract, to operate outlets at Gare de Lyon in Paris. These… Read the full press release
Duty free shopping is now possible also for Helsinki Airport business flight terminal’s customers 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The new shope is small but selection includes internationally famous brands and Finnish high-quality specialty items. The shop is open 24 hours a day. It is availabe for all departing international traffic passengers and crews. For more information… Read the full press release
PURCHASE A TOY AT KNOTT’S FOR TOYS FOR TOTS AND GET IN FREE DECEMBER 1 – 16 BUENA PARK, Calif., 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Knott’s Berry Farm will look like Santa’s Toy Shop this year as it stocks hundreds of toys for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Drive. This year guests can simplify their… Read the full press release
Eliminate shopping stress with fashionable discounts, personal shopping services, and après-shopping festive holiday cocktails San Francisco, U.S.A. – 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco invites guests to celebrate the holidays in style with the Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Shopping Package, launching today. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has partnered with San Francisco’s premier shopping destination, Saks Fifth Avenue,… Read the full press release
A Satellite Performance of Industry of the Ordinary 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Think small; think ordinary! That’s the plan for the latest installation of Industry of the Ordinary (IOTO), with “small ordinary shop” located in the Michigan Avenue Gallery North in the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, now through January 1, 2013. Industry of the Ordinary:… Read the full press release
Members earn frequent-flier miles with participating airlines for everyday transactions ATLANTA – 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting today, loyalty is even more rewarding for customers who enroll in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s new Thanks Again program. Consumers who register their debit or credit cards earn frequent-flier miles for parking, shopping or dining at participating merchants at the… Read the full press release
Washington, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) annual Big Apple Auction, which includes more than 350 items, is live (www.ahlef.org). The auction will remain open for bidding through Tuesday, November 13, at 3 pm (EDT). Held in conjunction with the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show (IHMRS), at booth #3157… Read the full press release
MUMBAI, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways’ has introduced exciting JetEscapes holidays for guests travelling to Dubai for the famed Dubai Shopping Festival, for travel effective January 3rd to February 3, 2013. Guests to Dubai, a veritable shopper’s paradise and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, may choose between two attractive holiday… Read the full press release
2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The airline has just announced it is gifting 1500 free one-way airfares to encourage Christmas shopping in Christchurch, or help Christchurch people take a break. Christchurch Airport Chief Executive Jim Boult describes the gesture as a fine example of Christmas spirit. “Air New Zealand is bringing Christmas to Christchurch early and I’m… Read the full press release
Smartpoint application key as Virgin Atlantic Flightstore upgrades its point of sale capabilities Langley, UK, 2012-10-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has announced it has renewed and extended its relationship in the UK to supply GDS and technology services to Virgin Atlantic Flightstore. The 3 year deal will see… Read the full press release
2012-10-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — This holiday season, shop at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo for gifts your loved ones will give a hoot, whoop and roar about! Spot a great find for the animal person in your life during your next visit to the Zoo, or shop the online catalogue. By giving a Zoo gift, you become a… Read the full press release
Apple’s latest products available at new retailer on Concourse B ATLANTA – 2012-10-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Searching for the latest iPad or MacBook Air? Well, there’s a store for that — and it’s inside Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Airport officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning to celebrate the opening of iTravel at Gate B17. Concessionaire Airport… Read the full press release
2012-10-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Copenhagen Airport aims to retain and expand its position as Europe’s best airport shopping experience. For this purpose, all the airport’s duty- and tax-free stores will be refurbished as part of a “world-class duty- and tax-free” project which is initiated on 18 October. Passengers at Copenhagen Airport will have even better and… Read the full press release
Victoria’s Secret, the leading specialty retailer of lingerie and beauty products, plans to open its first Beauty & Accessories Store in Terminal 2, Copenhagen Airport in partnership with Agora Trading. 2012-10-4 — /travelprnews.com/ — The new store, scheduled to open on Thursday 18th October, will offer customers access to an assortment of best-selling Victoria’s Secret beauty… Read the full press release
2012-10-4 — /travelprnews.com/ — ABTA welcomed the following 35 new Members into the Association from July to September 2012, five trading as retailers, 29 as principals and one in both classes of membership. Once Upon a Dream Ltd, Retailer, ABTA number P5017 joined 2/7/12 Debbie’s Villas Ltd, Principal, ABTA number Y5238, joined 2/7/12 321 Dive Ltd,… Read the full press release