While 50% of parents state quality time together to be most important aspect of a family holiday, surprisingly 89% of children prefer to spend most of their time with their family – with 25% wanting to spend all of their time with Mum and Dad! Despite the rise of ‘travel friendly technologies’, kids still prefer… Read the full news article
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Summer Screen returns to Somerset House with a truly eclectic mix of movies
One of London’s most popular open air film events returns with another far-reaching programme, reports LondonTown.com 2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Possibly the most famous of all the open air film events to take place in London, Summer Screen in association with Film4 returns to Somerset House this summer. Running from the 8th to 21st August, the… Read the full news article
Nigel Kennedy regresa al Royal Albert Hall de Londres para el Prom de Vivaldi
Londres, 2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — A estas alturas Nigel Kennedy es reconocido no sólo como uno de los mejores violinistas del mundo sino también como un icono de la música británica, por lo que su anunciado regreso al Royal Albert Hall el 8 de Agosto con motivo de los Proms de la BBC (un ciclo de conciertos… Read the full news article
World’s largest hotel company Wyndham Hotel Group debuts in Peru with the full-service Wyndham Cusco Saqsayhuaman in Cusco
CUSCO, Peru, 2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,410 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the opening of the full-service Wyndham Cusco Saqsayhuaman in Cusco, Peru, the first property to fly the upscale Wyndham Hotels and Resorts® brand flag in the South American country. The 79-room Wyndham Cusco Saqsayhuaman becomes… Read the full news article
Malaysia Airlines special deals for Dubai, Kochi and Darwin flights, ends 4 August 2013
National Carrier Extending Incredible Deals for new and Re-instated Routes Subang, 2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Malaysia Airlines is extending its special deals promotion for the recently announced routes namely Dubai, Kochi and Darwin till 4 August 2013 for travel up to 31 March 2014 from the date of the respective inaugural flight. Malaysia Airlines Regional Senior Vice… Read the full news article
UK’s largest regional airport operator MAG continues growth with London Stansted Airport acquisition and released 2012 results
2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — MAG, the UK’s largest regional airport operator, announces its full year results for the year ended March 2013. The Group is pleased to report that it has had a strong financial year and has continued to make progress on its journey towards becoming the premier airport services business. At the end of… Read the full news article
SCBI scientists prove habitat loss affects the genetic diversity and gene flow of tigers and leopards populations
2013-07-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — As economic expansion and development fragments the forest landscape of central India, the species that rely on that habitat—including endangered tigers and leopards—face dwindling populations and increased competition for food and resources. Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute scientists analyzed the genes of these great cats in the Satpura-Maikal landscape—a 15,000 square kilometers area… Read the full news article
Malaysia Airlines to increase capacity for the forthcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Subang, 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Malaysia Airlines will be operating 80 extra and 36 upgraded flights between Kuala Lumpur and cities within Malaysia and South East Asia to meet the increasing air travel demand during the forthcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri. These flights, offering an additional total capacity of 17,310 seats, will be operated from 3rd to 18 th August… Read the full news article
J.D. Power recognized Hyatt Place as highest in guest satisfaction among upscale hotel chains
CHICAGO, 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporations (NYSE:H) announced that Hyatt Place has been recognized by J.D. Power as highest in guest satisfaction among upscale hotel chains. The award comes as a result of guest ratings in the recently released J. D. Power 2013 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index StudySM. Hyatt Place scored highest in several evaluation… Read the full news article
JSC “Aeroflot” introduces its new Board of Directors
Moscow, 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (July 25, 2013) the first meeting of JSC “Aeroflot” Board of Directors new composition, elected at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on June 24, 2013 was held. The meeting began with re-election of Kirill Androsov as the Chairman of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors was joined by prominent entrepreneurs,… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong attracts with the best swimming pool in town this summer
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 news article
Kick off Labor Day weekend with beer dinner in Proof, an American Canteen at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale on Friday, August 30, 2013
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 news article
Japan Airlines to expand its in-flight entertainment service
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 news article
PLL LOT nie otrzymały jeszcze odszkodowania od Boeinga
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 news article
AAAE/ACE-Security Training Course October 22-25 2013 at Chicago O’Hare International Airport Illinois
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 news article
“Gardens in the Sky” Exhibit at O’Hare International Airport highlights some of Chicago’s most innovative and iconic rooftop gardens
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 news article
Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc hosts a dinner on board The British Pullman train on 16th November 2013
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 news article
Flights to sunny destinations with airberlin this September
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 news article
All Change Victorian Jersey – new art exhibition at Jersey Museum and Art Gallery 1st August – 31st December 2013
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 news article
The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel Jersey awarded Green Tourism Gold by the Green Tourism Business Scheme
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 news article
Auckland Airport launched official iPhone App to offer relevant travel information to passengers and airport visitors
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 news article
Dubai International announced its busiest six months ever with 32.6M passengers in the first half of 2013
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 news article
Andre Scholl named Chief Operating Officer Marco Polo Hotels
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 news article
Japan Tourism officials in Thailand to discuss tourism cooperation between Thailand and Japan
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 news article
Popular Thai beach resorts Hua Hin and Cha-am to host Golf Festival August – September 2013
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 news article
Hampton Hotels opened 49 new hotels in the first half of 2013
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 news article
S7 Airlines открывает новый ежедневный рейс Москва – Киев.
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 news article
August Virginia Craft Beer Month – hundreds of events at restaurants and craft breweries around the Commonwealth
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 news article
The Pacific Asia Travel Association announced 2013 PATA Gold Awards winners
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 news article
Lufthansa Cargo promotes social inclusion sourcing its bright yellow lashing straps from Werkstätten für Behinderte Rhein-Main e.V. helping handicapped persons
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 news article