iPhone app coming in January SEATTLE — 2012-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines has upgraded its Android app to enable travelers to conveniently purchase tickets whenever they’re carrying their smart phone. The airline will roll out the same feature for its iPhone app in January. “Allowing our customers to book tickets from their smart phones inside… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Tech
Stagecoach Group, FREE FAST WIFI COMING TO 30 EAST MIDLANDS TRAINS STATIONS
Free, fast WiFi with The Cloud arrives at 30 train stations for improved customer experience 2012-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — East Midlands Trains, part of the Stagecoach Group, has today (20 December 2012) announced it will be offering free WiFi for rail passengers across 30 of its stations including major hubs such as Nottingham, Sheffield, Derby and… Read the full press release
Virgin Galactic, SPACESHIPTWO COMPLETES FIRST GLIDE IN POWERED FLIGHT CONFIGURATION
SpaceShipTwo today undertook its 23rd glide flight in the pre-powered portion of its incremental test flight program. 2012-12-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — This was a significant flight as it was the first with rocket motor components installed, including tanks. It was also the first flight with thermal protection applied to the spaceship’s leading edges. It followed an… Read the full press release
RED CARNATION HOTELS PARTNERS WITH TRIPADVISOR
2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Red Carnation Hotels, the family-run luxury boutique hotel collection, has partnered with TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site to display traveller ratings, reviews and opinions on its website. The partnership will provide an increased wealth of information on the site, increasing user engagement and enabling potential guests to make more informed booking choices…. Read the full press release
EXPEDIA APP ARRIVES FOR WINDOWS 8
More than 140,000 Hotels, Mobile Exclusive Deals With Up To 60% Off Now Accessible Via The Windows Store; App Features Real Time Availability BELLEVUE, Wash., 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expedia.com, one of the world’s leading online travel agencies, announced today that its highly popular Expedia app is launching on Windows 8. The app is available immediately for free download in… Read the full press release
British Airways’ Pilots Switch To iPads
British Airways is equipping its 3,600 pilots with iPads to further improve customer service and operational efficiency levels. 2012-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — The move, which follows the airline’s rollout of iPads across its cabin crew and ground operations teams, is part of the company’s £5bn investment in new products and technology to provide the best possible… Read the full press release
Marriott is “Where, I Belong”
New Technologies to Make the Job Search Easier 2012-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International is making it easier for job seekers to find employment at its thousands of hotels and businesses worldwide. Today, Marriott launched the new “Marriott, Where I Belong” campaign. The campaign features real associates and highlights what it feels like to work for… Read the full press release
NS en NMBS pakken gezamenlijk opstartperikelen Fyra aan
Pilot ‘Jump-on ticket’ zonder reservering binnenkort beschikbaar Lagere tarief Fyra van € 25,- langer te boeken tot op de dag voor vertrek 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Na een hoopvolle eerste dag kampte Fyra de afgelopen week met opstartperikelen. NS, NS Hispeed en NMBS zijn niet tevreden met de eerste introductieweek van Fyra.” Hoewel elke nieuwe dienstregeling opstartperikelen kent,… Read the full press release
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo, TWO ANDEAN BEAR CUBS BORN AT SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO
2012-12-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is celebrating the birth of two Andean bear cubs born overnight to 6-year-old Billie Jean. The first cub was born around 12:01 a.m. and the second at 2:02 a.m. These two cubs were sired by Nikki, who was humanely euthanized in August. This species has a high mortality rate,… Read the full press release
Le Club Accorhotels goes mobile!
A new service for loyalty program members 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — For its 10 million members, Le Club Accorhotels, the Accor Group’s loyalty program, is now available on FidMe and Passbook, two mobile cardholder applications that allow users to store all their loyalty cards on their mobile phones. FidMe, developed by Snapp, is available on all mobile operating… Read the full press release
Jet Airways introduces Cash on Delivery
Book tickets online and pay cash later Mumbai, 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India s premier international airline, has announced the introduction of Cash on Delivery , an additional form of payment, exclusively on the airline’s website at www.jetairways.com. This convenient payment option allows guests to book their tickets online and pay by cash later…. Read the full press release
Marriott, Residence Inn Goes (adverb) with Mad Libs on Facebook
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Residence Inn by Marriott celebrates the holiday season, inviting Facebook fans to take a trip down memory lane with the new Travel Mad Libs application. In an exciting collaboration with Penguin Young Readers Group’s Mad Libs series, online enthusiasts can now create a series of fun, travel-inspired word games that will evoke a favorite… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines Introduces ‘Deals and Destinations’ Windows 8 Travel App
SEATTLE — 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines today launched “Deals and Destinations,” a Windows 8 travel application that alerts fliers to airfare deals from their hometown and to cities where their friends live. The app is available for free in the Windows 8 Store and can be used on a variety of devices including tablets,… Read the full press release
Replicon Unifies Time Tracking with Concur’s Travel and Expense Management Solution
San Mateo, Calif., 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Replicon, the global leader in cloud-based time tracking software is introducing a unified cloud-based travel, time and expense tracking offering through a partnership with Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), the leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions. The Replicon Concur Connect offering gives companies a seamless way to benefit from the unique time-saving… Read the full press release
Let Your Spirits Fly at SFO with Postagram Holiday Postcards
SFO hosts a contest on Twitter and Facebook for a chance to win an iPad mini SAN FRANCISCO -2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is hosting a unique social media contest with a traditional twist. Participants can create holiday-themed postcards on Postagram to share on Twitter and Facebook for a chance to win prizes… Read the full press release
Korean Air and Amadeus sign global full content agreement
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Korean Air and Amadeus sign global full content agreementAmadeus travel agencies worldwide will benefit from the highest level of access to Korean Air’s services and content Bangkok, Thailand, 11 December, 2012: Korean Air, South Korea’s flag carrier and Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, have signed a full… Read the full press release
Sabre Hospitality Solutions Helps Hotels Target Growing Chinese Market with Dragon Trail Digital Marketing Agreement
Southlake, Texas, 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sabre Hospitality Solutions, the industry’s leading global hospitality technology company, and Dragon Trail Interactive, an award-winning digital marketing agency and travel technology company headquartered in Beijing, China, have signed an agreement that will enable Sabre Hospitality Solutions to offer Dragon Trail website, digital marketing and social media services to all… Read the full press release
Launch of Campaign, “STAY IN KYOTO. TOUCH THE HEART OF JAPAN.”
2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — We reached 100,000 likes on Visit Kyoto Facebook page! To thank you all our fans that have supported us, we are giving away a FREE trip to Kyoto. Please enjoy the magic of Kyoto in winter with a high standard of service and hospitality at all times. To be sure to enter… Read the full press release
Jet Airways ties up with Google India as the only airline partner at the ‘Great Online Shopping Festival’
New Delhi, 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an effort to boost the ever expanding online shopping market in India, Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, along with Google India and leading eCommerce partners, have come together to introduce the concept of Cyber Monday to India. Titled the ‘Great Online Shopping Festival’, this online festival will go… Read the full press release
SkyTeam Launches the 1,000 Destination Challenge
Invites customers to guess from ACA to ZUH in a new online game AMSTERDAM, 2012-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has reached a total of 1,000 destinations on its global route map. The alliance and its 19 members now offer customers a combined worldwide network that has grown by 17% over two years…. Read the full press release
Paradisus Resorts Launch Mobile iPhone & Android Application
Revolutionary App Will Allow Users To Digitally Interact With Palma de Mallorca , 2012-12-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Paradisus Resorts, the luxury all-inclusive hotel brand part of Meliá Hotels International’s premium portfolio, announced today the launch of its own cutting-edge mobile application, furthering guests comfort and ease from the moment they check-in through the remainder of their stay. … Read the full press release
Travelzoo Awarded Best Travel Website & Best Place to Work
NEW YORK, 2012-12-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, is celebrating early this holiday season after winning the 2012 EPPY Award for best travel website, and being named among the top 20 in Crain’s Best Places to Work in New York City. Now in their 17th year, the EPPY Awards are presented… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Applies For Additional Slots At Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport To Serve Houston Hobby
Airline Launches Website For Travelers to Voice Their Support DALLAS – 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today announced it has filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for slot exemptions that would allow Southwest to offer nonstop service between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). The proposed… Read the full press release
Commissioner Andolino Discusses Sustainability and Technology at Latin American & Caribbean Summit
CHICAGO, 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino was a guest speaker today during a plenary session at the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) Summit in Miami, FL. During the session, entitled “Aviation IT Management/Green Technologies in the LAC Region”, Andolino discussed sustainable initiatives that the CDA currently has in place and is… Read the full press release
Digital Dominance: Four Seasons Cements Digital Content Leadership with Award Winning Website and Social Media Programs
Latest developments include epicurean website Taste and new luxury and lifestyle sites *Corporate – 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the list of awards and accolades for the re-imagined and redesigned fourseasons.com grows, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts continues to expand its digital universe with fresh content in the luxury lifestyle category, broader and deeper social media presence, and new synergies… Read the full press release
Travelport: Servicing the Digital Leisure Traveller
Global survey provides insights into leisure travellers, technology and trends and how leisure travel agencies can engage further with customers Langley, UK – 2012-12-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today released the findings of an international survey providing insight into how digital leisure travellers plan and book their trips:… Read the full press release
Amadeus makes inroads with Ground Handling Companies with 20 signed contracts in just over a year
Amadeus makes inroads with Ground Handling Companies with 20 signed contracts in just over a year • Swissport and Singapore’s SATS are two of the latest to sign for Amadeus Altéa Departure Control (DCS) for Ground Handlers • Amadeus to process 85+ million passengers by 2015 through this solution Madrid, Spain,2012-12-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a… Read the full press release
Swedish Rail Operator SJ joins the Amadeus Rail GDS
2012-12-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swedish Rail Operator SJ joins the Amadeus Rail GDS • SJ to extend its distribution strategy through the offline and online travel agency solutions benefiting from the multi-channel capabilities of the Amadeus’ Global Rail Sales Platform • Contract signing follows several recent landmark partnership deals agreed between Amadeus Rail and other leading… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company Collaborates with Mercedes Benz in China to Offer Exclusive Benefits to Ritz-Carlton Rewards Members
Hong Kong, China,2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. today announced its collaboration with luxury automotive brand, Mercedes-Benz in China to offer exclusive benefits to members of Ritz-Carlton’s frequent stay program – The Ritz-Carlton Rewards. The collaboration will give Ritz-Carlton Rewards members access to exclusive Mercedes-Benz benefits and will enhance the relationship the brand… Read the full press release
AIR FRANCE, KLM, DELTA AND ALITALIA LAUNCH AGENTCONNECT.BIZ, A WEBSITE DEDICATED TO TRAVEL AGENTS
2012-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France, KLM, Alitalia and Delta are launching today “AgentConnect.biz”, the new joint website dedicated to travel agents. This website provides them with the necessary tools and information to meet customer requirements, 24/7. Originally launched in 8 countries in Northern Europe, (Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Denmark, Sweden), AgentConnect.biz replaces afkl.biz… Read the full press release