Explore American Indian culture, from creation stories to modern-day life, this November in Nevada 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The state is home to three major American Indian tribes — Washoe, Paiute and Western Shoshone — all with rich and nuanced histories and traditions to share. Recognizing the contributions of American Indians, Gov. Brian Sandoval has proclaimed… Read the full press release
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Nebraska, Applications being accepted for 2013 Passport program
Apply to participate in 2013 Nebraska Passport program LINCOLN, NEB., 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Applications are now being accepted for the 2013 Passport Program. For those unfamiliar with the program, travelers are encouraged to visit attractions across the state, collect stamps at participating stops and earn prizes. Last year, 80 stops were broken into 10 special-interest… Read the full press release
Skytrax amend website wording, but are recognised for rigorous authentication process applied to processing and checking of user reviews
London, UK, 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — After complaints to an advertising regulator by a self-appointed critic of review sites, Skytrax were requested to change some review website wording. The ASA requested change of trusted and genuine wording for user reviews. This was due to our data privacy policy, by which a user’s personal e-mail details are deleted… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Announces Return of Kathryn Budig, Los Angeles-based Vinyasa Yoga Instructor for February 19-24 Retreat
Unique yoga retreat played out on stunning grounds of Four Seasons and an off-property special island setting, with a blend of yoga, learning meditational insights, and the comfort of a luxurious stay at the Resort Hawaii, Maui, U.S.A. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Looking for the inspiration to get started with a yoga practice? Ready to… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport volunteers participate in annual FOD Walk
Hartsfield-Jackson’s 11th annual event draws nearly 100 volunteers ATLANTA – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport today held its 11th annual Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Walk, during which nearly 100 volunteers searched for and removed debris. Aviation officials closed Runway 8L/26R and the north cargo ramp for about 30 minutes as laser sharp volunteers scanned… Read the full press release
Hilton Mumbai International Airport Appoints Kasturi Deo As Executive Housekeeper
MUMBAI – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the appointment of Kasturi Deo as Executive Housekeeper. Vikas Kapai, general manager, Hilton Mumbai International Airport, said, “Kasturi has more than a decade of experience. She will be a valuable asset to the team at the hotel. I welcome Kasturi on behalf of the… Read the full press release
Travelport launches mobile app for MEA agents
Dubai, United Arab Emirates,2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel agents in the Middle East and Africa will now be able to manage their bookings on the move, as Travelport has announced the roll-out of its mobile GDS application, Travelport Mobile Agent. The app, available to download from the App Store, will enable Travelport-connected agents to gain full… Read the full press release
Fly in Style with British Airways and Save up to 50 per cent cff First and Business this Christmas
F2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — or six days only, British Airways is slashing its premium leisure fares by up to 50 per cent in first and business class as well as offering great deals on a wide range of holidays for those looking to getaway this Christmas or early next year. The premium leisure sale starts Thursday,… Read the full press release
Billabong brings top snowboard athletes to Alberta for 2012/13 campaign photo shoot
Calgary, AB, 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australian boardsports brand Billabong took advantage of Alberta’s champagne powder and outstanding conditions last season to shoot their Fall/Winter 2012/13 campaign. This campaign is part of a new partnership between Travel Alberta and Billabong and will inspire Billabong’s wide consumer reach with Alberta’s breathtaking winter landscapes. The global campaign features… Read the full press release
SAS Group Traffic Figures – October 2012
· SAS Group carried 2.7 million passengers in October, up 4.6%. · SAS Group’s capacity (ASK) increased by 6.7% and the Group’s traffic (RPK) increased by 5.4%. · The SAS Group’s load factor declined 0.9 p.u. to 74.1%. Group market trends, RASK and yield development 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Traffic growth continued to be positive during… Read the full press release
Ryanair Checks In To Amscreen’s Low Cost Audience Delivery
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two of the UK and Ireland’s best known entrepreneurs, Lord Sugar and Michael O’Leary, have joined forces on an innovative new advertising deal, which was announced today. The agreement, which was brokered personally between the pair, will see O’Leary’s Ryanair become the first global partner of Sugar’s Amscreen, the UK’s largest Digital… Read the full press release
10th Anniversary Treatment Offered by the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi
Anniversary – Total Care is a new luxurious and relaxing face and full body treatment Tokyo at Marunouchi, Japan – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi presents a luxurious and relaxing face and full body 10th anniversary treatment, Anniversary – Total Care, at the price of JPY 48,000 for a Day Spa Package and JPY 43,000 for… Read the full press release
Autograph Collection Debuts in Asia Pacific with Opening of The Stones Legian, Bali
Marriott International’s Portfolio of Independent Hotels Expected to Include Nearly 40 Properties by Year End 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Autograph Collection, Marriott International’s (NYSE: MAR) exclusive portfolio of independent hotels, continues its global growth with the opening of its first property in Asia Pacific. Newly opened, The Stones Legian, Bali, in Indonesia, represents the debut of… Read the full press release
Late Rooms, Merry Christmas Markets in Europe & the UK
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — As Christmas draws ever closer and the festivities commence, LateRooms.com, the UK’s leading hotel bookings specialist, has compiled a list of their most recommended European Christmas market destinations and hotels for your every festive need. The run up to the Christmas season is the perfect opportunity to explore Europe’s best loved cities… Read the full press release
SAS Delays Release of Q3 Results until 12 November 2012 at the latest
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 30 October 2012, SAS announced that it was in negotiations regarding the extension and amount of its revolving credit facility and backstop bilateral facilities, as well as a positive preliminary Q3 result. The finalization of SAS’ comprehensive plan to address the company’s cost structure and complete asset disposals is an essential… Read the full press release
Vermont Serves up Happy Thanksgivings with Snowy, Green Mountain Getaways
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the spirit of giving thanks and spreading cheer this November, Vermont Tourism has gathered a collection of events, dinners and Thanksgiving lodging packages to enrich your season. Here’s an amuse-bouche; all the fixings can be found at VermontVacation.com. EVENTS Holiday Open House at the Brownington Museum Nov. 17 Thanksgiving treats will served… Read the full press release
INFRABEL et la SNCB unifient leurs outils de gestion du trafic ferroviaire
Le « Top Account Meeting », organe réunissant quatre fois par an les Comités de Direction d’Infrabel et de la SNCB, a décidé de rassembler le « Traffic Control » et le « RDV ». Cette décision, aboutissement positif de plusieurs mois d’études et de travaux, constitue une étape importante pour améliorer la coordination entre… Read the full press release
Alicante Hotels Support Ryanair Offer To Add 600,000 Passengers At Alicante In 2013
600,000 NEW PASSENGERS IF AENA WITHDRAWS COMPULSORY AIRBRIDGES (AND FEES) 8 DAYS FOR AENA TO RESPOND OR LOSE NEW PAX & JOBS 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Spain’s No 1 airline, today (7 Nov) welcomed the support of Alicante’s hoteliers who are backing Ryanair’s proposal to reverse much of Alicante’s 1m passenger loss in 2012, if… Read the full press release
Hampton Inn Hadley-Amherst Hosts Hampton Helps Cub Scouts Bottle And Can Drive
Hotel Joins Approximately 300,000 Team Members Across 90 Countries and Territories to Celebrate the First Annual Hilton Worldwide Global Week of Service HADLEY, Ma. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In honor of Hilton Worldwide’s first annual Global Week of Service, November 11 – 18, the Hampton Inn Hadley-Amherst Area is hosting a community-wide Hampton Helps event… Read the full press release
CAA advises winter sun-seekers to check the cost of airline extras
2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — UK holidaymakers looking to book a foreign break this winter can make sure they’re not hit by any surprise extra costs, by using the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s newly updated airline fees and charges comparison table. The online tool allows passengers to compare the optional fees and charges applied by the top… Read the full press release
GCAS Voted Unanimously to Chair the TRAINAIR PLUS Committee Worldwide
The region’s leading aviation training hub to lead the development of a programme in an initiative to unify aviation training standards globally Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies (GCAS), the training arm of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), was unanimously elected to chair the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s… Read the full press release
Celebrate the Holidays with Culinary Delights from The Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
From Thanksgiving to Christmas and New Year’s Eve, The Blvd has created unforgettable feasts for the festive season ahead Los Angeles in Beverly Hills (Beverly Wilshire), U.S.A. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrate the season with exceptional culinary experiences with family and friends in The Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four SeasonsHotel. This year, Executive Chef Gilles Arzur and his team have… Read the full press release
TravelClick Hosts Complimentary Webinar on Q3 2012 Hotel Industry trends
Leveraging Key Revenue Metrics and Driving Hotel Profitability Best Practices and Effective Measurement NEW YORK – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — TravelClick, the leading provider of revenue generating solutions for hoteliers, will present three complimentary webinars on November 28th and 29th to review third quarter 2012 hotel performance results and trends. Findings will be presented by TravelClick executives… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Reports October Traffic
DALLAS – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today reported October 2012 consolidated traffic results for Southwest Airlines and AirTran. AirTran became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co. (“the Company”) on May 2, 2011. For purposes of comparability, year-to-date 2011 traffic results presented in the accompanying table include the combined results of… Read the full press release
Arkansas, Prairie Grove Battle Reenactment is Time Machine to the Civil War
2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cannon fire and the cries of fallen soldiers will fill the air on Dec. 1 and 2 when Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Prairie Grove with a reenactment. Prairie Grove is recognized nationally as one of America’s most intact Civil War battlefields. Seeing the… Read the full press release
CTC – Competitive intelligence: international tourism marketers vie for podium places
Sports stars and events are among the latest aces in the hole being played in the global marketplace 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — No quarter is spared in the race for traveller attentions. CTC News is your trusty umpire in sifting through the latest jostling for position by international travel big-hitters. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)’s colleagues,… Read the full press release
LATEST ISSUE OF LAX CONNECTION E-NEWSLETTER NOW AVAILABLE
Los Angeles, California – 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The latest issue of LAX Connection E-newsletter is now available online at http://www.lawa.org/LAWANewsletters.aspx. The newsletter provides information to the public and the travel-tourism industry about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) passenger services and air service developments. This issue features news on the LAX FlyAway bus service at Union Station and Van Nuys now offering… Read the full press release
James Beard House to Welcome Chef Aaron Brooks of Edge, Steak & Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Miami
Executive Chef Brooks will reunite with longtime friend Chef Joshua Smith to cook seven course meal at award-winning New York City dining club Miami, U.S.A. – 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chef Aaron Brooks, Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Miami, has been selected to cook at the James Beard House in New York City in collaboration with friend and Chef Joshua Smith… Read the full press release
San Francisco International Airport honored with 2012 “Airports Going Green” Award
SFO recognized for Employee Wellness Program SAN FRANCISCO — 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has been honored with the 2012 “Airports Going Green” Award for their Employee Wellness Program. At an event hosted by the Chicago Department of Aviation, SFO was recognized for its comprehensive focus on employee health. “We are honored to… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines and Airport Authority Celebrate Two New Routes
2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Inaugural flights to Portland, Oregon and Los Cabos, Mexico What: Spirit Airlines is celebrating two new routes from San Diego International Airport this week. Join us as we welcome the inaugural flight from Portland, Oregon, and then send off the inaugural flight to Los Cabos, Mexico. Spirit’s daily nonstop service between San Diego and Portland,… Read the full press release