Company recognized by U.S. Department of Energy for innovative sustainability best practices Parsippany, N.J., 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, again demonstrated its ongoing leadership in global sustainability best practices, achieving an 8 percent reduction in energy use in the first full year of the U.S. Department of… Read the full news article
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U.S. Travel Association urges U.S. senators to approve S. 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act
Washington, D.C., 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today urged U.S. senators to approve S. 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. As part of an historic opportunity to enact meaningful immigration reform, the legislation includes significant measures to improve the visa process and facilitation of air travelers coming to the United… Read the full news article
Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises introduced streaming movies and live television news broadcasts to guests’ mobile devices aboard Silver Cloud
2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — In a cruise industry first, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has launched a complimentary service that provides streaming movies and live television news broadcasts to guests’ mobile devices aboard Silver Cloud. The service can be accessed on any Wi-Fi-enabled laptop, smartphone, tablet, or even e-book reader — anything with a browser. It includes access to… Read the full news article
VIA Rail announced repair work on highway 138 rail crossing near Cornwall
Cornwall, 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting June 25th, VIA Rail will be undertaking work to repair a rail crossing on highway 138 at mileage point 38.68. This is part of a larger maintenance project, which seeks to improve operational and public security. Work will begin the night of June 25th at 9:00 p.m., and will carry… Read the full news article
S7 Airlines открывает четвертый ежедневный рейс Москва — Пермь — Москва
2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines, участник глобального авиационного альянса oneworld®, c 29 сентября 2013 года открывает четвертый рейс Москва — Пермь — Москва. Полеты будут осуществляться ежедневно. Вылет из московского аэропорта Домодедово в 22:30, прибытие в Пермь в 02:35 по местному времени на следующий день. Обратный рейс вылетает из Перми в 05:50 и прилетает в Москву в 06:05…. Read the full news article
Celebrity dog Tillman won first place in the Large Dog Category at Loews Surf Dog Competition – Unleashed by Petco
San Diego, Calif., 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — He skateboards, snowboards, skim-boards and today he proved that he can surf with the best of them. The celebrity dog, Tillman, won first place in the Large Dog Category at the Loews Surf Dog Competition- Unleashed by Petco. The event drew thousands of spectators and their dogs to watch 43… Read the full news article
Leading experiential travel company &Beyond to invest in its safari camps and lodges across Africa
2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading experiential travel company &Beyond is committed to delivering extraordinary guest experiences and in line with this, the company has planned a considerable investment in its safari camps and lodges across Africa. The initial phase aims to redefine the classic Kenyan safari at the iconic &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp. An extensive… Read the full news article
Abu Dhabi Airports Company launched four month staff summer safety and heat awareness campaign
Part of ADAC’s initiatives to protect the well-being of its employees serving the Capital’s airports Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) has launched its comprehensive four month staff summer safety and heat awareness campaign, to ensure that employees have the knowledge and tools they need to work safely during… Read the full news article
Enterprise Holdings signed with COPA S.A.of Lima to franchise Alamo Rent A Car brand for the Peruvian market
LIMA, Peru, 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings today announced that it is franchising the use of its Alamo Rent A Car brand to COPA S.A. of Lima, Peru. This appointment continues the expansion of the brand’s footprint in Latin America. Alamo will serve Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima, located 10 miles north-west of the downtown area. The main… Read the full news article
Seasoned Capitol Hill Staffer Courtney Temple appointed U.S. Travel Director of Government Relations
Washington, D.C., 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today announced that Courtney Temple is the association’s new director of government relations, where she will strengthen the team’s efforts to advance policies that increase travel to and within the United States. The newest addition to U.S. Travel’s expanding government relations office, Temple joins the association… Read the full news article
Irish passenger won brand new luxury car onboard Ryanair flight
LATEST ‘FLY TO WIN’ RYANAIR SCRATCHCARD WINNER 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (25 June) presented passenger Mrs Marie McGee from Dublin, with a brand new luxury car, after she became the latest Ryanair “Fly to Win” Scratchcards lucky winner. Mrs Marie McGee won the stunning car after buying a… Read the full news article
‘Saudia’ Airlines joins Marriott Rewards
2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Rewards members traveling throughout the Middle East can now earn ‘Saudia’ Airlines – Alfursan Miles for stays at more than 3,700 Marriott International hotels in 70 countries across 14 distinctive brands. Marriott Rewards® points can also be redeemed for Alfursan Miles. Effective immediately, Marriott Rewards members who designate ‘Saudia’ Airlines –… Read the full news article
Des trains supplémentaires entre Roosendaal et Anvers pendant les mois d’été
2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Depuis la disparition de l’offre à haute vitesse du Fyra entre Bruxelles et Amsterdam, la SNCB et la NS travaillent à une augmentation de la fréquence de la liaison directe Bruxelles-La Haye. Pendant les mois d’été, 6 trains (aller et retour) supplémentaires sont mis en place entre Roosendaal et Anvers afin de… Read the full news article
Luxury Travel Advisor’s Awards of Excellence named Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora Best Luxury Beach Resort Worldwide
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora was named the Best Luxury Beach Resort Worldwide in this year’s Luxury Travel Advisor Awards of Excellence. The magazine’s advisory board, an invitation-only panel of those influential travel advisors who have graced the cover of Luxury Travel Advisor, selected each of the nominees across several categories. The magazine’s readers then voted exclusively… Read the full news article
£6M transformation at London’s Largest Hotel Hilton London Metropole converted the lobby into Whisky Lounge
LONDON, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The £6 million lobby transformation at Hilton London Metropole has created Whisky Lounge, a new west London destination bar. Open to guests, delegates and outside visitors, the intimate Whisky Lounge offers a wide selection of whiskies from around the world. The 22 cover Whisky Lounge boasts 72 varieties of whisky including the exclusive… Read the full news article
Harvard Business School authored and Amadeus commissioned study finds big data is set to shape the future of travel
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Study, authored by Harvard Business School professor Thomas H. Davenport, finds that big data is set to shape the future of travel, with potential benefits for both travel companies and travellers alike Harnessing high volumes of new, unstructured data offers the promise of better decision-making, greater product innovation and stronger customer relationships,… Read the full news article
UK Civil Aviation Authority study reveals loss of control responsible for 40 per cent of air accidents
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today published a study of recent world-wide air accidents. The CAA said the findings of its Global Fatal Accident Review 2002-2011 will help it identify major safety issues and trends allowing it to develop key safety initiatives in co-ordination with UK airlines. The CAA’s Global… Read the full news article
Kiwi celebrity chef Al Brown hosts new show ‘Dishing up Australia with Al Brown’ aimed at New Zealand viewers
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The unique local and indigenous culinary delights of the Top End are set to entice visitors to the territory as part of a new travel series currently airing in New Zealand that showcases some of Australia’s finest food experiences. Kiwi chef Al Brown hosts the new show, ‘Dishing up Australia with Al… Read the full news article
Hong Kong International Airport posted record 2012/2013 financial figures
HONG KONG, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today announced that Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) continued to deliver record financial performances during the fiscal year ended 31 March 2013. Profit attributable to the equity shareholder rose 5.4% to HK$5,624 million during the year, while revenue increased 8.1% to HK$13,134 million. AAHK declared… Read the full news article
The world’s second busiest international passengers airport Dubai International announced 18.9 per cent traffic increase in May 2013
Dubai, UAE, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai International, the world’s second busiest airport for international passengers, racked up another month of double-digit growth with 18.9 per cent increase in passenger numbers recorded in May, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports on Wednesday. Passenger traffic in May reached 5,218,832, an increase of 18.9… Read the full news article
London Gatwick Airport released Q1 2013 financial results
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — London Gatwick Airport has delivered financial results in line with expectations as challenging economic conditions continue. The airport has performed well operationally, building volume with its existing carriers, competing to attract new airlines and routes, and delivering record passenger satisfaction. Key highlights of the year: Traffic of 34.2 million passengers reflects 1.2%… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways expands its Boeing 787 services to Europe with three Scandinavian routes
Doha-Based Airline To Operate Dreamliners To Stockholm, Copenhagen & Oslo Carrier Announces New 787 Routes At The End of Paris Air Show Paris, FRANCE, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways has announced an expansion of its Boeing 787 services to Europe with the new state-of-the-art aircraft being deployed on three Scandinavian routes. The Doha-based carrier will… Read the full news article
Two New appointments at airberlin Cabin Crew Operations and Crew Operations
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — From now on Thomas Klappert (52) will take over the role of Vice President Cabin Crew Operations and will be responsible for the Cabin Crew Team at airberlin. His area of responsibility will include, for example, the recruitment and training of flight attendants. Klappert will report directly to Helmut Himmelreich, Chief Operation… Read the full news article
Holiday Inn signed Holiday Inn Madrid – Las Tablas, planned to open in Q3, 2013
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) Holiday Inn brand continues to grow in Spain, with the signing of Holiday Inn Madrid – Las Tablas. Holiday Inn Madrid – Las Tablas due to open at the beginning of quarter three this year will operate under a franchise agreement with Gestion T3 Hotels who operate four… Read the full news article
Cold War iconic aeroplane joins the Classic Air Force visitor centre at Newquay (Cornwall) Airport
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Classic Air Force visitor centre – which is gearing up for its first summer season at Newquay (Cornwall) Airport – has taken delivery of one of the most instantly recognisable aeroplanes in the world. The Harrier ‘Jump Jet’ is an icon of the Cold War, the Falklands War and one of… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis named in St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s 2013 Top Workplace
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis has been selected by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch as a 2013 Top Workplace, ranking second in the category for workplaces with 150-499 employees. Only 90 companies in total were bestowed this honour. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Workplaces were selected from the results of an employee survey measuring qualities such as company leadership,… Read the full news article
London Gatwick submitted its revised offer to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) on new deal for the airport between 2014 and 2021
Contracts & Commitments will provide a better outcome in terms of the quality of airport facilities, service levels and price than regulation could ever achieve Gatwick puts forward an improved offer for airlines and passengers with a price of RPI+ 1.5% over seven years Gatwick believes the pace of change at the airport should continue… Read the full news article
The Holiday Inn Express partnered with Comedian Jason Jones for the launch of its Smart Thinking platform
ATLANTA, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)], one of the world’s leading global hotel companies, today announced the launch of the Holiday Inn Express® brand’s new Smart Thinking platform which revolves around StaySmart.com, an online hub where consumers are invited to engage with the brand by showcasing their smarts in a light-hearted and amusing way through videos,… Read the full news article
Living Wall at Christchurch Airport has become the backdrop for photos of visitors and staff alike
2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — A wall has come to life at Christchurch Airport. Christchurch Airport CEO Jim Boult says a Living Wall in the baggage reclaim hall is already very popular with visitors and has become the backdrop for photos of visitors and staff alike. “We’ve literally breathed life into our airport, by installing a huge… Read the full news article
Tourism Authority of Thailand volunteer tourism marketing campaign won digital Innovation Asia Award
BANGKOK, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — A global marketing campaign launched by the Tourism Authority of Thailand to promote Volunteer tourism was one of the winners of the first Digital Innovation Asia Awards conferred at a ceremony on June 10. Conferred the “MOST IMPACTFUL CAMPAIGN” award, it was designed to tap into a growing industry trend known as Voluntourism… Read the full news article