2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the best swimming pool in town, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong is the ideal choice for a summer stay in the city. Located on the sixth floor rooftop and offering poolside resort-style service, two swimming pools, loungers, whirlpools and a delicious menu at the Pool Terrace café, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong offers a retreat in the centre of… Read the full press release
2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kick off Labor Day weekend with a beer dinner in Proof, an American Canteen at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale on Friday, August 30, 2013. Executive Sous Chef Jesse Hansen takes guests’ palates through an array of flavours during this three-course dinner, inspired by and paired with Alaskan Brewing Company beers. “Like a fine wine, a great beer can make a… Read the full press release
TOKYO, 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) will further expand the line-up of [SKY MANGA], the in-flight entertainment service from August 2013. It is the world’s first in-flight entertainment service available on the airline’s Boeing 787s on the international routes with the view of introducing Japanese manga to the world. It has received favorable notice… Read the full press release
2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rozmowy na temat odszkodowania od Boeinga trwają. Obecnie LOT oczekuje na odpowiedź dotyczącą konkretnych kwot kosztów, które musiał ponieść w związku z dostarczeniem przez amerykańskiego partnera wadliwego sprzętu. Domagamy się od Boeinga konkretnych sum, które dało się policzyć. Niestety, wszystkich strat wizerunkowych związanych z utratą zaufania części naszych podróżnych nie da się… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) is pleased to present the AAAE/ACE-Security Training Course to be held October 22-25, 2013, in Chicago, Illinois at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. The ACE-Airport Security Training Course is a 3.5 day program and provides a comprehensive review of the ACE-Airport Security modules in preparation for the 100… Read the full press release
CHICAGO, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — An exciting, new exhibit installed inside O’Hare International Airport highlights some of Chicago’s most innovative and iconic rooftop gardens. “Gardens in the Sky” features a small scale version of rooftop gardens and organic farms that have sprouted up across the city’s urban environment. The exhibit also provides information about the 14 vegetated green… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur, Raymond Blanc, hosts a dinner on board The British Pullman, sister train to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, on 16th November 2013. This event launches a series of ‘pop-up’ dinners on board London’s iconic train throughout 2013 and 2014 hosted by some of the UK’s most celebrated chefs. Raymond Blanc’s… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — With Germany’s second largest airline, the summer is far from over in September. Even during the cooler seasons airberlin flies its guests to the best sunny destinations in the world. When the temperatures are falling in Germany, the most beautiful time of year is just starting around the Mediterranean: Madeira is also… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jersey Heritage is proud to announce the launch of a new art exhibition at Jersey Museum and Art Gallery, All Change Victorian Jersey, which explores the Island’s Victorian heritage and the way in which Island life changed between 1837 – 1901 – the reign of Queen Victoria. Kindly sponsored by F. Le… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel have been awarded Green Tourism Gold for the second consecutive year, accredited by the Green Tourism Business Scheme. The Hotel received this prestigious award in recognition of their commitment to local sustainability, rendering them the only Hotel on the island to achieve the highest level. In order… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The perfect pocket companion to help passengers travel through the airport, the Auckland Airport App contains useful tools and information. Available now for free on the Apple App Store, the official Auckland Airport iPhone App has been created to provide the most important and relevant travel information to passengers and airport visitors…. Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai International’s passenger traffic hit 32.6 million in the first half of this year, making it the busiest six months in the airport’s record-studded history, according to the traffic report issued today by airport operator Dubai Airports. According to the report, Dubai International handled a total of 5,537,908 passengers in June, a… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eric Waldburger, President of the Marco Polo Hotels is pleased to announce the promotion of Andre Scholl to Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Andre Scholl was previously Vice President, Group Operations. In his new position as Chief Operating Officer, Andre will spearhead the operational design and service delivery of The Wharf Holdings… Read the full press release
Bangkok, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mr. Norifumi Ide, Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency, Mr. Kazuhiro Ito, Executive Director, JNTO Bangkok Office and their team members paid a courtesy call on Mr. Suraphon Svetasreni, Governor of Tourism Authority of Thailand, to discuss tourism cooperation between Thailand and Japan. Mr. Suraphon said, “I was pleased to learn about… Read the full press release
Hua Hin/Cha-am, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Golfers from Thailand and all around the world are being invited to participate in a golf festival to be held all through August and September 2013 in the popular Thai beach resorts of Hua Hin and Cha-am. All participating golfers will be eligible for a lucky draw that will see… Read the full press release
MCLEAN, Va., 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels, Hilton Worldwide‘s global brand of more than 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the opening of 27 new hotels between April and June, bringing the total to 49 openings in the first half of 2013. The second quarter marked Hampton’s… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines открывает новый ежедневный рейс Москва – Киев. Полеты будут осуществляться с 30 сентября 2013 года. Вылет из московского аэропорта Домодедово в 08:10, прибытие в Киев в 08:40 по местному времени. Обратный рейс вылетает из Киева в 09:25 и прилетает в Москву в 12:05. Билеты уже в продаже. Рейсы будут выполняться… Read the full press release
RICHMOND, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — In August, hundreds of breweries, restaurants, hotels, and small businesses across the state will celebrate the second year of Love on Tap: August Virginia Craft Beer Month. The month’s theme, Love on Tap, is a nod to the state’s famous Virginia is for Lovers slogan and will showcase the state’s burgeoning craft beer… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 PATA Gold Awards. Proudly supported and sponsored by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), for the last 18 years, this year’s awards recognise the achievements of 22 separate organisations and individuals. PATA will present 26 Grand and… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The bright yellow lashing straps with which Lufthansa Cargo secures its annual total of around 1.7 million tons of freight, are indispensable for safe air transport. For more than 30 years the freight airline has been obtaining them from the Werkstätten für Behinderte Rhein-Main e.V. and thus helping many people with a… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa has expanded its mobile services with a smartphone app for users of Windows Phone 8. A special feature of the app on this operating system is the live-tile function with which the most important information on flight status – continually updated – is pinned on the start screen without the need… Read the full press release
2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Air Travel Insolvency Protection Advisory Committee (ATIPAC) has praised the impact of last year’s changes to the ATOL scheme, calling the ATOL Certificate a potential “game changer”. However, the Committee is calling for further action to bring total financial protection for consumers. In its annual report, published today, the Committee welcomes… Read the full press release
2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s first ever food guide, created in conjunction with John Torode and Gregg Wallace – who were appointed as the airport’s official taste buds earlier this year – has been released ahead of the busy summer holiday period. Thousands of copies of Food on the Fly are being handed out to passengers this week… Read the full press release
Nationwide Neighborhood Network Offers Industry’s Largest Selection of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Northampton, Mass., 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car today announced five new Nissan LEAF electric vehicles (EVs) and a charging station at its Northampton, Mass. location. The EVs are in addition to the hybrid vehicles already available throughout Northampton and the surrounding area, thereby increasing… Read the full press release
2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is offering great deals on hotels in the northern town of Nallur, Sri Lanka, for the annual Nallur Festival, an exuberant and colorful celebration with great spiritual significance for local Hindus. This year the festival will kick off on… Read the full press release
2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — “An expanding number of multi-billion-dollar mines”, “a well-preserved lifestyle with all the bells and whistles”, and “a feeling of confidence borne of isolation” are some of the findings in the latest edition of Lonely Planet’s Perth & West Coast Australia Travel Guide, released today. The new guidebook describes Perth as “the engine room of… Read the full press release
User-generated content showcases Alberta, while Calgary Zoo uses Instagram to bring out the wild in its Annual Report. 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Every picture tells more than just one story; that’s part of the power of social media, especially after a great trip to a new spot, city or country. Canadian tourism businesses are using that… Read the full press release
San Antonio, TX, 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The $325 million transformation of San Antonio’s Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center (HBGCC) is moving forward with the release of schematic design plans and renderings. “Strong infrastructure combined with a distinct visitor experience is what makes San Antonio one of the top convention destinations in the nation” said SACVB… Read the full press release
Legislation Will Increase International Travel While Maintaining Stringent Security Requirements Washington, D.C., 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operation and Related Programs for approving a fiscal year 2014 spending measure that will make it easier for international travelers to apply for a visa to… Read the full press release
Cancelling Participation in Meetings and Conferences Can Cost U.S. Taxpayers More in the Long Run Washington, D.C., 2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Traveling for meetings and conferences is vital to making government more efficient and effective, according to a new study conducted by Rockport Analytics for the U.S. Travel Association. In contrast, cancelling government participation in key events carries significant… Read the full press release