2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — A variety of popular Swiss dishes such as Zürcher Geschnetzeltes (strips of veal in a creamy sauce) or mincemeat with maccaroni is now available at the new Swiss restaurant at Zurich Airport’s Airside Center. How about a hearty Swiss meal before your trip abroad? Dishes that the Swiss miss abroad and that… Read the full news article
HYATT AND MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCE NEW LOYALTY PROGRAM RELATIONSHIP CHICAGO/LAS VEGAS, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) today announce an unprecedented relationship between their affiliates that will offer substantial benefits to members of their loyalty programs, Hyatt Gold Passport and MGM Resorts’ M life. Starting June 20, Hyatt Gold Passport… Read the full news article
2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, announced today a new service from Budapest to Istanbul commencing on 2 August. The route will operate four times per week initially and gradually grow over the following months to a daily operation by March 2014*. Istanbul is the… Read the full news article
2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — (Joint Release with Changi Airport Group and South African Tourism) – Singapore Airlines has signed a memorandum of co-operation (MoC) with Changi Airport Group and South African Tourism to promote travel to South Africa. Under the agreement, the three parties will explore and implement activities jointly to promote tourist traffic to South Africa through Singapore Airlines’… Read the full news article
OAKWOOD WORLDWIDE® ANNOUNCES NEW SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER FOR LATIN AMERICA Miguel Tosoni Is Latest Addition To Company’s Growing Global Solutions Team LOS ANGELES, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartments, announces the promotion of Miguel Tosoni to supply chain manager for Latin America and the Caribbean. In this… Read the full news article
Tokyo, Japan, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Osaka has now opened in the centre of Japan’s latest commercial development, Grand Front Osaka. The mixed-use development is a new landmark in the city which also includes office buildings, commercial outlets, a convention centre, academic and entertainment facilities and residences. InterContinental Osaka offers stunning panoramic views of the city… Read the full news article
The Hotel Molina Lario improves its Piscina Lounge for summer 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hotel Molina Lario‘s Piscina Lounge gets better on its fifth anniversary! One of Malaga’s emblematic Rooftop Bars re-opens with fanfare this season after undergoing large renovation, introducing daring cuisine and some of the best views of Malaga city skyline. From now… Read the full news article
World-class dining, outdoor fitness programming, experiential overnight packages, and more CHICAGO, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer, discerning travelers seeking a unique, luxurious getaway in the heart of a vibrant metropolis are invited to visit Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago, where world-class dining, entertaining vacation packages, outdoor activities and a prime location within steps of the city’s… Read the full news article
Brand Doubles Year-Over-Year Growth for First Two Quarters MCLEAN, Va., 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Homewood Suites by Hilton, the international brand of upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotels, today announced the opening of its two newest properties: Newport Middletown, RI and Fort Worth Medical Center, TX. The two new property openings push Homewood Suites’ North American footprint to… Read the full news article
BANGKOK, 2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dozens of Thai travel products and services ranging from boutique hotels to health and wellness centres gained valuable exposure and potential future business as a result of their participation in Thailand’s largest business to business travel trade fair between 5-7 June, 2013. Small and medium sized entrepreneurs dominated the Thailand Travel… Read the full news article
2013-06-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (06|06|2013), Jersey’s Atlantic Hotel will appear on the US Travel Channel’s flagship series ‘Island Secrets.’ In the 30 minute programme which airs at 12 noon Eastern time, The Atlantic is the only hotel in Jersey to be featured and was chosen for its stunning interiors and incredible views out to St… Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines и авиакомпания Iberia, участники глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, объявляют о расширении код-шерингового соглашения. Авиакомпании будут выполнять совместные рейсы из Москвы на Канарские острова (Испания). Пассажиры S7 Airlines получили возможность путешествовать из Москвы с удобной стыковкой в Мадриде на острова Ла Пальма, Лансароте, Фуэртевентура и Гран Канария. Совместные рейсы выполняются с 1… Read the full news article
Air Lituanica has signed an agreement to lease a 76-seater Embraer E170 jet from Estonian Air. The lease contract is valid until the end of 2015. 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The leased aircraft is dedicated for flights from Vilnius to Amsterdam, Brussels and Berlin starting at the end of June. Air Lituanica flights will be marketed under Air Lituanica brand and… Read the full news article
NEW YORK, NY, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer, Loews Hotels & Resorts is encouraging people everywhere to get away and get social with friends and family across North America. To kick off the season of sun and fun, Loews is offering guests 30% off of each room when they book three rooms or more at… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and UnionPay International entered into a Global Partnership Agreement today, which will allow for closer cooperation on distribution and joint promotions. UnionPay International promotes the international issuance and usage of the UnionPay Credit Card. Attending the signing ceremony at the newly-opened Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai were Mr…. Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — From 11 June, British Airways’ customers will be able to fly to the popular Thai holiday hotspots of Phuket, Koh Samui and Chiang Mai thanks to a new agreement between the airline and Bangkok Airways. The codeshare arrangement between the two airlines means that British Airways’ customers will be able to book… Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released additional information in support of its proposals to replace Class F Advisory Routes in the London and Scottish Flight Information Regions. The consultation with the aviation community was launched on 8 April 2013. The CAA proposes to replace Class F Advisory Routes with Class… Read the full news article
Al Yasmina School grade 2 students tour of the Capital’s airport to experience the potential of this dynamic industry in the coming year Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its commitment to promoting the aviation industry with younger generations, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), with the support of Etihad Airways, welcomed… Read the full news article
Becomes Third CEO in Family-Owned Company’s History, First from Outside the Taylor Family ST. LOUIS, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings today announced that Pamela M. Nicholson, the company’s President and Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer. She becomes only the third CEO in the privately held company’s 56-year history and the first to… Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has assembled a list of hotels in Taipei that are offering special deals during the annual Dragon Boat Festival, one of the most colorful and rousing events on the calendar. This year it will be held on June… Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global travel authority Lonely Planet says New Zealand has 15 of the world’s 1000 Ultimate Sights. To celebrate this – and Lonely Planet’s 40th Anniversary – the world’s most successful travel publisher is re-releasing its 352-page inspirational book 1000 Ultimate Sights in New Zealand this month. Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Sights features 100 “Top 10” lists exploring the world’s most breathtaking man-made marvels and natural… Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) placed Canada’s business agenda at the heart of IMEX this past May at Messe Frankfurt. Germany is the engine that powers the euro-zone economy, so this global meetings, conventions and events trade show was the ideal place to unveil CTC’s new Business Events Canada (BEC) brand in the European market. A special press conference lifted… Read the full news article
Washington, D.C., 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today applauded U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) for his leadership on travel-related legislative initiatives for economic growth. Topping that agenda is the Jobs Originated through Launching Travel (JOLT) Act, a bipartisan bill cosponsored by Rep. Amodei that would leverage the benefits of inbound international travel to the… Read the full news article
Travelport unveils investment plan to boost Egypt’s travel industry GDS provider points to predicted industry recovery and gathers trade leaders in Cairo to reinforce commitment to Egypt’s travel sector Cairo, Egypt, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport – the leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry – gathered industry leaders in… Read the full news article
2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC) and Italy’s largest airline, today (6 June) announced additional low cost coach transfers with Italian coach operator, Autostradale, offering Ryanair passengers travelling to and from Italy great value coach transfers at 6 Ryanair airports. Ryanair passengers travelling through Milan, Pisa, Rome and Venice, and for… Read the full news article
PARIS, FRANCE, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe Hotel is giving Parisians and hotel guests the opportunity to discover spring/summer 2014 fashion trends though a series of unique RLife LIVE events inspired by fashion. On Friday night, the hotel was transformed into a catwalk as guests were treated to an intimate fashion show curated by model… Read the full news article
Amadeus continues to grow its global e-Commerce business with key Air France-KLM agreement At the same time, a recent study performed by Amadeus finds that its e-Retail solution delivers on average a 7% increase in airlines’ online yield and a 24% increase in revenue Madrid, Spain, 2013-06-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner… Read the full news article
ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — How many times have you dreamed about winning a prize that would benefit you and include something extra for your friends and your favorite charity? We’ve been making vacation dreams come true for nearly 30 years for more than 416,000 Owners and invite you to enter now and Share the Rewards! What would… Read the full news article
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) issues the following statement in response to today’s White House announcement of new executive actions and legislative recommendations designed to rein in patent trolls and improve incentives for future innovation in high-tech patents: “Many consumers, businesses, and other end users across the country, especially in… Read the full news article
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian will operate its brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on several European routes this summer, including London – Oslo. Norwegian’s passengers will also have the opportunity to experience the state-of-the-art 787 Dreamliner on selected routes from Oslo to Alicante, Malaga, Nice and Barcelona. Norwegian is scheduled to take delivery of its first… Read the full news article