Category Archives: Travel

airberlin again increased its number of available seat kilometers and revenue passenger kilometers in yearly comparison

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BERLIN, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — airberlin once again increased its number of available seat kilometers (ASK) and revenue passenger kilometers (RPK) in yearly comparison. The increase in available seat kilometers is due to the greater number of long-haul flights, especially to Abu Dhabi and the Caribbean. The available seat kilometers increased by 5.7… Read the full press release

HMSHost celebrates culinary innovation with Channel Your Inner Chef recipe contest open to employees and travelers at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

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“Channel Your Inner Chef” winner will attend HMSHost-sponsored James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago; Winning recipe to be featured on O’Hare menu CHICAGO, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost, proud sponsor of the 2015 James Beard Awards in Chicago, is celebrating culinary innovation with Channel Your Inner Chef, the first-of-its-kind recipe contest open to… Read the full press release

Air Partner’s Tyrone Smith to attempt to climb the highest mountain in the Southern and Western hemispheres in support of Pilgrims Hospice in East Kent

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GATWICK, UK, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Partner employee Tyrone Smith is currently travelling to Argentina to attempt to climb the highest mountain in the Southern and Western hemispheres, Mount Aconcagua. Tyrone, who is Sales Manager in the Private Jets division at Air Partner, a leading provider of air charter services to governments,… Read the full press release

Viator features selection of destination activities that will have snow-lovers smiling

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Love the Snow? Viator’s Selection of Cold-weather Travel Experiences Will Delight Travelers who Find Their Thrills in the Chill  San Francisco, CA, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — If you can’t beat them, join them – right? As snow and ice blanket much of the country, the team at Viator – the leading resource for researching and… Read the full press release

AAAE announces that Rick Crider will serve as chair of AAAE’s 2015 National Airports Conference

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Alexandria, VA, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Association of Airport Executives is pleased to announce that Rick Crider, A.A.E., executive vice president and port general manager of Port San Antonio, Texas, will serve as chair of AAAE’s 2015 National Airports Conference (NAC). The NAC is one of AAAE’s signature meetings and is expected… Read the full press release

Viking Ocean Cruises released new online video documenting the recent successful sea trials of its first ship – the 930-passenger Viking Star

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Los Angeles, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking Ocean Cruises® (www.vikingoceancruises.com) today released a new online video documenting the recent successful sea trials of its first ship – the 930-passenger Viking Star – set to debut in April. The trials, which took place in the Adriatic Sea in mid-December, represented the vessel’s first voyage in open… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group acquires leading provider and manager of group accommodations Dolce Hotels and Resorts

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Acquisition Grows Asset-Light Managed Business and Complements Existing Portfolio of Brands  PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, a subsidiary of Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), today announced it has acquired Dolce Hotels and Resorts, a leading provider and manager of group accommodations with a portfolio of 24 properties and over 5,500 guestrooms… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb named one of BC’s Top Employers by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the 3rd year in a row

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Additional Recognition: Whistler Blackcomb Named One Of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures WHISTLER, BC, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Whistler Blackcomb may be best known as a world class destination for skiers and snowboarders, but it is also gaining a reputation for being an amazing place to work. For the third year in a row,… Read the full press release

The Calgary Airport Authority again recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers

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Calgary, Canada, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority is pleased to once again be named as one of Alberta’s Top Employers. This designation recognizes employers that are leaders in creating exceptional places to work. This is the sixth time that the Authority has been acknowledged for cultivating a dynamic and rewarding work experience… Read the full press release

Fraport Cargo Services GmbH takes over cargo handling operations for the Chinese airline China Southern Cargo from February 25

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Chinese Carrier Operates Eleven Flights per Week from FRA – Cargo Shipments Expected to Reach Some 70,000 Metric Tons per Year FRANKFURT, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — From February 25, Fraport Cargo Services GmbH (FCS) will take over cargo handling operations for the Chinese airline China Southern Cargo. FCS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fraport… Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport inaugurated new ecumenical Christian chapel in Transit Area B of Terminal 1

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Place of worship for Christians now also available in Transit of FRA’s Terminal FRANKFURT, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — On January 27, 2015, a new ecumenical Christian chapel was inaugurated in Transit Area B of Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 1. The new place of worship for Christians of all denominations will be accessible around the… Read the full press release

London City Airport’s £200 million expansion granted decision on 3rd February

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LONDON, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — In a step forward in easing aviation capacity in the South East, plans to expand London City Airport have been given the go-ahead. The decision, granted on Tuesday [3 February], clears the way for a £200 million investment that will enable the airport to operate up to a… Read the full press release

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reached 96.1 million passengers in 2014; Retaining its ‘World’s Busiest Airport’ Title in 2014 for 17th Consecutive Year

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Airport accommodates a record-breaking 96.1 million passengers, highest total for any aviation hub; international passenger traffic grew by 10 percent ATLANTA, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Kasim Reed announced today at his annual State of the City breakfast that for the 17th consecutive year Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was once again the world’s busiest airport…. Read the full press release

Hilton to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand

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Agreement Sees Innovative Construction Model Facilitate Growth in Mature and Emerging Markets  BRISTOL, UK, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide has reached an agreement with modular building provider CIMC to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand. Financed and owned by CIMC, the hotel will be managed by… Read the full press release

easyJet launched new aircraft livery to mark its twentieth year of flying

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LONDON, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has launched a new aircraft livery – the first change to the look of the airline’s iconic white and orange fleet since easyJet.com replaced the call centre number on the fuselage in 1998. There are two main design changes. easyJet’s trademark orange has… Read the full press release

Turkish Cargo increased the frequency of its scheduled flights to Budapest Airport

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Budapest, Hungary, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Turkish Cargo has increased the frequency of its scheduled flights to Budapest Airport to three a week. One of the world’s leading cargo airlines, Turkish Cargo sees great opportunities in the Hungarian market, which is reflected in its latest frequency increase. Turkish Cargo has started to operate… Read the full press release

IATA’s 2014 cargo data shows 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs)

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Geneva, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released full-year air cargo data for 2014 showing 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs). That is a significant acceleration from the 1.4% recorded in 2013 over 2012. Air cargo market expansion gathered momentum as 2014 progressed. The… Read the full press release

IATA announced Hawaiian Airlines attained Platinum status for Fast Travel implementation

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Hawaiian Airlines has attained Platinum status for Fast Travel implementation. Hawaiian is the first airline in the United States to achieve Platinum status, which recognizes carriers that offer four or more Fast Travel compliant solutions to at least 80% of… Read the full press release

The VI Investment and Tourism Business Forum for Africa (INVESTOUR) agrees the continent needs a stronger brand

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Branding and promotion, foreign direct investment, human resources development and visa facilitation were among the key topics in focus at the VI Investment and Tourism Business Forum for Africa (INVESTOUR). 16 Tourism Ministers from Africa and the Middle East and experts from different areas attended the yearly Forum, held on the occasion of the International… Read the full press release

Classic Vacations launches pre- and post- cruise land packages

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San Jose, CA, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Classic Vacations, a leading provider of luxury wholesale travel, announced today the addition of pre- and post- cruise land packages now available through their website, www.classicvacations.com. The Initial launch includes 45 port of call cities throughout Europe. Port of calls in Canada, the Caribbean, United States, Middle East, and… Read the full press release

Swissport International names Dirk Schmitt as new CEO Cargo Services Germany & Austria

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Opfikon, Switzerland, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport International (Swissport), the world´s largest provider of ground and cargo handling services to the aviation industry, names Dirk Schmitt as new CEO Cargo Services Germany & Austria, with effect 1 February 2015. He will be responsible for Swissport Cargo Services (SCS) Germany, a successful, profitable operating unit… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways announced exciting schedule of five-star inflight entertainment for its passengers in celebration of The Oscars

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2015 Oscar nominees ‘Gone Girl’, ‘Whiplash’ and ‘Nightcrawler’ premiere onboard DOHA, Qatar, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has announced an exciting schedule of five-star inflight entertainment for its passengers onboard its flights during February 2015 to celebrate The Oscars, which takes place in Los Angeles on Sunday 22 February. This year’s Oscar nominees… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways to launch additional daily flight to Singapore from June 1, 2015

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Third Daily Flight to Commence from 1 June 2015 Airline Announces That All Three Daily Flights Will Be Operated by the A350 XWB aircraft Singapore will become Airline’s Second A350 XWB Destination after Frankfurt DOHA, Qatar, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is to launch an additional daily flight to Singapore from June 1, 2015, as… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group Inc. reports 7.9 percent increase in traffic on 10.4 percent increase in capacity in January 2015 vs January 2014

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SEATTLE, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported January operational results on a consolidated basis, and for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. Detailed information is provided below. AIR GROUP On a combined basis, Air Group reported a 7.9 percent increase in traffic on a 10.4 percent increase… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines proudly continues its commitment to the African American community

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Carrier makes a positive difference in the African American community during Black History Month and throughout the year by supporting nonprofit organizations nationwide DALLAS, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues its proud tradition of giving back to the communities it serves by supporting the causes that matter most in the… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines kicks off the month of love with a big Valentine for its Atlanta Customers

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Fares as Low as $49 One-Way Headline Campaign Showcasing Carrier’s Atlanta Employees DALLAS, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today kicked off the month of love with a big Valentine for its Atlanta Customers by offering one-way fares to select destinations for as low as $49 one-way (check detailed fare rules… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines announced reduced fares for flights on certain domestic routes within the airline route network

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, within the period from the 3rd to the 13th of February 2015 holds an event providing for reduced fares for flights on certain domestic routes within the airline route network. Special fares apply to certain S7 Airlines flights1 from… Read the full press release

Stagecoach study: bus remains 60% cheaper than commuting to work by car despite falling pump prices

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Stagecoach survey shows bus users save average of more than £1,200* a year by leaving car in driveway Annual savings could almost pay household gas and electricity bills for a year Survey of around 40 key commuter corridors in England, Scotland and Wales PERTH, Scotland, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Catching the bus is… Read the full press release

megabus.com named Safety Champion by the Transportation Safety Exchange (TSX) in the US

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Company becomes first bus operator to receive Transportation Safety Exchange rating Elizabeth, NJ, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Low-fares inter-city coach provider megabus.com has been named Safety Champion by the Transportation Safety Exchange (TSX) in the US. The company has become the first bus operator to receive the safety rating from TSX, an independent safety… Read the full press release

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA to release its Q4 results on Thursday 12th February 2015

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Fornebu, Norway, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA will release its fourth quarter results Thursday 12th February 2015. The report will be made available at 7:00 AM (CET) on Norwegian’s home page, our press room and newsweb.no. The Company will present the results 8.30 AM (CET) at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3,… Read the full press release