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Toronto area travel agency owners and senior managers invited to Travelport Connect 2013 Toronto Showcase on October 31 at Toronto Metro Convention Centre

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Takes Place Oct. 31st at Toronto Metro Convention Centre Toronto, Canada, 2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading distribution services and e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, today invites travel agency owners and senior managers in the Toronto area to the Travelport Connect 2013 Toronto Showcase taking place Oct. 31st at the Toronto Metro Convention Centre…. Read the full press release

Japan Airlines launches service between Tokyo (Narita) and Vancouver Canada with fully revamped Boeing 767-300ERs named JAL SKY SUITE 767

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Tokyo, Japan,  2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines announced today details of its second installment of the JAL NEW SKY PROJECT, fully revamped Boeing 767-300ERs named JAL SKY SUITE 767, which will be first introduced on flights between Tokyo (Narita) and Vancouver from December 09, 2013. The introduction of JAL SKY SUITE 767 service was initially announced… Read the full press release

Hamburg Airport expects significant traffic disruption due to roadworks on Fuhlsbüttel bypass

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Roadworks on Fuhlsbüttel bypass restrict approach and exit routes Hamburg, Germany, 2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hamburg State Agency for Roads, Bridges and Waterways (LSBG) is renewing the road surface on the B433 Fuhlsbüttel bypass (airport) from the city heading north. The roadworks will take place from 14 to 27 October, 2013, in four phases. Each phase… Read the full press release

UAE’s national airline Etihad Airways confirmed its equity stake in Virgin Australia Holdings reached 19.9 per cent

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Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today confirmed its equity stake in Virgin Australia Holdings had reached 19.9 per cent. This follows a series of on-market purchases of Virgin Australia shares over recent weeks. The Abu Dhabi-based airline now holds more than 515 million shares in… Read the full press release

Shehab Al Shehhi is Etihad Airways’ first Emirati aviation engineer to obtain an Airbus A320 authorisation certificate

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Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has celebrated the graduation of thefirst Emirati certified aircraftengineerwho successfully completed the airline’s Graduate Engineering Traineeprogram. Shehab Al Shehhiis Etihad Airways’ first Emirati aviation engineer to obtain an Airbus A320 authorisation certificate, allowing him to certify the certificate of… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards Miles members can now redeem their miles for season’s leading football games tickets

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Tickets to the season’s leading football games now available for redemption with Skywards Miles from Emirates DUBAI, U.A.E., 2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Members of Emirates Skywards now have exclusive opportunities to redeem their Miles for tickets to matches of the world’s renowned football clubs sponsored by the airline. This football season, tickets are available for matches played… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines reported its preliminary traffic results for September 2013 and year-to-date 2013

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Miramar, Florida, United States, 2013-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today reported its preliminary traffic results for September 2013 and year-to-date 2013. Traffic (revenue passenger miles) in September 2013 increased 28.8 percent versus September 2012 on a capacity (available seat miles) increase of 24.9 percent. Load factor for September 2013 was 84.7 percent, an increase… Read the full press release

The Tourism Authority of Thailand updates on Thailand’s flood situation

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The flooding in Thailand is affecting 28 provinces (eight in the northeast, six in the north, seven in the central and seven in the east) with flood waters have receded in Kanchanaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Kalasin, Nakhon Ratchasima, Mukdahan, Kamphaengphet, Phayao, Lampang and Mae Hong Son, according to the Disaster… Read the full press release

To celebrate National Customer Service Week Stagecoach Supertram launched month of activities for tram customers across Sheffield, UK

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Plans being launched during National Customer Service Week Meet the manager events to be held for passengers Find ‘Supertram man’ competition with prizes to be won Nominations open for passengers to vote for their ‘Customer Service Stars’ Perth, Scotland,  2013-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate National Customer Service Week, Stagecoach Supertram is today (Monday 7 October) launching… Read the full press release

Six Flags Magic Mountain transformed from “theme park” to haunted “scream park” for the 21st season of Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS®

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New Mazes, Scare Zones, Shows and Extended Park Hours OCTOBER 4-6, 11-13, 18-20 and 24-27 Valencia, CA, United States, 2013-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Six Flags Magic Mountain transforms from a “theme park” to a haunted “scream park” for the 21st season of Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS®, Southern California’s most thrilling Halloween experience. This season marks one of… Read the full press release

The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA): U.S. Department of Transportation should deny Serbian airline JAT Airways to offer flights to U.S.

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Serbian Airline Must Meet Standard U.S. Ownership and Control Requirements Washington, D.C., United States, Travel issues, 2013-10-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), argued in a recent U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) filing that JAT Airways’ application to provide air services to the United States through its partner Etihad Airways should be denied… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines announce month-long full of activities to mark its 41st anniversary

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Kelana Jaya, Malaysia, 2013-10-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Malaysia Airlines has been operating flights from Kuala Lumpur to over 100 destinations as Malaysian Airlines System Berhad since  1 October 1972 and to mark its 41st anniversary of Malaysian Hospitality this year, the national airline has outlined a month-long full of activities. To commemorate the celebration, the national carrier treated… Read the full press release

New Zealand tourism industry won multiple awards at 2013 World Travel Awards

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New Zealand, 2013-10-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The New Zealand tourism industry is in celebration mode after a swathe of victories at the 2013 World Travel Awards – also known as the ‘Oscars of the Travel Industry’. Air New Zealand celebrated a double victory when the Australasian awards were announced in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Double joy … Read the full press release

Report: Halifax Stanfield International Airport (HSIA) is valuable provincial asset worth $1.27 billion to Nova Scotia economy in 2012

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Halifax, N.S., Canada, 2013-10-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Halifax Stanfield International Airport (HSIA) is a valuable provincial asset worth $1.27 billion to the Nova Scotia economy in 2012, according to the latest economic impact report, released today. This represents an additional $13 million in economic output over the previous year. “Together, the Airport Authority and all of our… Read the full press release

Toronto Pearson announced the openings of four new restaurant concepts by leading Toronto chefs

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RESTAURATEUR OTG BRINGS CONCEPTS BY MARK MCEWAN, ROCCO AGOSTINO, DEVIN CONNELL, MICHAEL COURY AND SOMMELIER JOHN SZABO TO TERMINALS 1 AND 3 Toronto, Canada, 2013-10-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Toronto Pearson announced the openings of four new restaurant concepts by leading Toronto chefs for passengers to enjoy. As part of the innovative dining program created by restaurateur… Read the full press release

Local Babel Russia empowering Travel Brands to source new opportunities at MITT 2014

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2013-10-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — LocalBabel.com, the specialist provider of customised marketing services, local market intelligence and business liaison, for businesses venturing into new markets, is set to make that difference for twenty select travel brands from around the world who will be invited to Moscow’s 21ST International Travel & Tourism Exhibition (MITT). “Russia may well be… Read the full press release

Las Vegas’s “What happens here, stays here” turns 10 years

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From Infamous Super Bowl Snub to Global Movie Franchise, a Look Back at How the Campaign Shaped the Destination and Pop Culture LAS VEGAS, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Las Vegas is a world-class vacation destination built on the principle of adult freedom, and no other tagline encapsulates this mentality better than the destination’s iconic “What happens here,… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced opening of Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown

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Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown Marks Brand’s Third Hotel in Minnesota Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announces the opening of Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown, which has just completed a rebranding and renovation. “We are excited to add to the momentum in the Minneapolis community by welcoming the first Hyatt Place hotel to the… Read the full press release

The Philippines’ leading low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific launched Manila-Dubai route

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Manila, Philippines, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Philippines’ leading low-cost carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE:CEB) sent off its first long-haul flight at 4:40pm today. The daily non-stop 9-hour Manila-Dubai service serves as a milestone for the airline that has made its mark in short-haul regional and domestic operations. CEB President and CEO Lance Gokongwei said during the flight… Read the full press release

Oslo Airport celebrates its 15th anniversary on 8 October 2013

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Oslo, Norway, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tuesday, 8 October marks the 15th anniversary since Oslo Airport (OSL) opened its doors and runways as Norway’s new main airport at a ceremony presided over by His Royal Majesty King Harald on 8 October 1998. A Color Air flight bound for Ålesund piloted by Captain Tord Tangvik was the first… Read the full press release

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines joined Luchtvaart College Schiphol to help develop and organise ‘working & learning’ activities within the aviation sector

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — KLM has now joined Luchtvaart College Schiphol (Aviation College Schiphol, formerly Schiphol College) as a partner, enabling the college to further enhance and fine-tune its ability to develop and organise ‘working & learning’ activities within the aviation sector. Luchtvaart College Schiphol pools the strengths of aviation businesses, vocational education institutions and… Read the full press release

Two Air France aircraft to sport special livery for its 80th anniversary

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An Airbus Air France A380 with the 80th anniversary livery took off last night to Johannesburg in South Africa. The superjumbo, whose special livery was painted in partnership with Airbus, was exclusively unveiled at Paris-Charles de Gaulle in the presence of 200 Air France staff.  France, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two Air France aircraft will sport this… Read the full press release

Air France to operate new daily service to Jakarta as continuation of its Singapore flight

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Starting 30 March 2014, Air France will operate a new daily service to Jakarta, as a continuation of the Singapore flight, on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle. France, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Flights will be operated by Boeing 777-300 equipped with 303 seats, including 8 in the La Première cabin, 67 in Business, 28 in Premium Economy… Read the full press release

Vermont welcomes all fearless travelers to explore Haunted Highways this Halloween

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Vermont, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Explore the state with “Haunted Highways” lodging packages, ghost stories and Halloween hysteria Come one, Come ghoul! This fall, Vermont welcomes all fearless travelers to explore Haunted Highways, a collection of ghost stories with lodging packages available statewide. Visitors are encouraged to have their own ghostly getaway: follow Vermont’s blacktop highways, connecting one… Read the full press release

Airports Company South Africa comments on Carte Blanche report

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Johannesburg, South Africa, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the broadcast by Carte Blanche on the 6th of October on tariff increase, Airports Company South Africa would like to provide context to some of the misleading and inaccurate information presented in the report. On the issue of tariffs, the company has increased its tariffs by 5,5 percent with… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines (JAL) to purchase 31 A350 XWBs (18 A350-900s and 13 A350-1000s) plus options for a further 25 aircraft from Airbus

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Tokyo, Japan, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) has signed a purchase agreement for 31 A350 XWBs (18 A350-900s and 13 A350-1000s), plus options for a further 25 aircraft. This is JAL’s first ever order for Airbus aircraft.* It is also the first order Airbus has received from Japan for the A350 XWB, confirming its continuing… Read the full press release

The 6th edition of the international festival of contemporary dance “Sofia Dance Week” takes place at Sofia Airport, Bulgaria

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Sofia, Bulgaria, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sofia Airport has become a part of the rhythm and good vibrations through the 6th edition of the international festival of contemporary dance – Sofia Dance Week. As of today till 11th of October, everyone who wants to test her or his dance skills or make first steps in the choreography… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways announced revenue from passenger services exceeded US$1 billion for the first time in Q3 2013, 11% growth YoY

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Etihad Airways continued to achieve record growth in the third quarter of 2013, with revenue from passenger services exceeding US$1 billion for the first time and passenger numbers passing 3 million. Total revenue rose 11 per cent to US$1.4 billion, compared to US$1.3 billion in Q3 of 2012,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines flew 7.9 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in September 2013

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Dallas, TX, United States, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that the Company flew 7.9 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in September 2013, a 1.3 percent increase from the 7.8 billion RPMs flown in September 2012.  Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 1.2 percent to 10.2 billion from the September 2012 level of… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways voted “Best Middle Eastern Airline” at TTG Asia Travel Awards in Bangkok, Thailand

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-10-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the eighth year in a row, Qatar Airways was presented “Best Middle Eastern Airline” at the TTG Asia Travel Awards held in Thailand’s capital city of Bangkok, 3rd October. The Doha-based airline was voted by readers of one of the most respected travel trade magazines in the Asia Pacific, TTG… Read the full press release