Category Archives: Travelers

British Airways gears up for bumper 2016 Easter getaway with around 2.4 million customers set to travel with the airline over the Easter break

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LONDON, 2016-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is gearing up for a bumper 2016 Easter getaway with around 2.4 million customers set to travel with the airline over the Easter break. During the three-week period*, more than 75,000 families are expected to take advantage of the long weekend and school holidays to jet off… Read the full news article

Alitalia cancelled all flights to and from the Belgian capital today following explosions in Brussels

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ROME, Italy, 2016-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Following multiple explosions in Brussels, Alitalia has cancelled all flights to and from the Belgian capital today. The airport will remain closed until further notice. The airline is providing all necessary assistance to passengers by re-booking their journeys or providing them with re-routing options. AZ 148 from Milan… Read the full news article

Alitalia resumes direct flights between Rome and Amman this summer

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ROME, Italy, 2016-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Alitalia is returning to Jordan again this summer. From 27 March, the Italian airline will resume direct flights between Rome and Amman offering up to 5 flights a week this summer. The connection between the two capital cities is one of the fastest growing for Alitalia. Last year,… Read the full news article

Gatwick prepares for record-breaking Easter with predicted 2.2 million passengers to travel through airport during 25 March – 10 April

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2.2 million passengers to travel through Gatwick during Easter holidays, +5% on last year 580,000 passengers to travel over the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend with 50% more families Family fun in store with Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, face painting plus free of charge children’s play areas, dedicated family security lanes and pushchairs LONDON, 2016-Mar-22 —… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport: bmi regional announces 2016 summer schedule

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BRISTOL, UK, 2016-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Following on from the success of its existing seven routes out of Bristol Airport, bmi regional has made some exciting changes and improvements to its schedule for summer 2016 by adding additional rotations and improving schedules. The new 2016 summer schedule adds a further ten flights to bmi… Read the full news article

South African Airways resumes flights to the Douala International Airport in Cameroon following airport reopening

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JOHANNESBURG, 2016-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways, the South African national flag carrier, has resumed flights to the Douala International Airport in Cameroon following the reopening of the airport effective 21 March 2016. The re-opening of Doula airport for scheduled passenger operations has been confirmed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Cameroon. SAA’s… Read the full news article

Viator offers selected experiences where travelers can learn about other cultures, religions and beliefs

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From Rome to Angkor Wat, Religious Destinations Host Unforgettable Cultural Journeys San Francisco, CA, 2016-Mar-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Easter season is synonymous with travel to Italy and Israel, but spiritually-inspired travel can also be great reason to explore other parts of the world where travelers in search of spirituality set their sights. Viator,… Read the full news article

Viator announces the appointment of Anita Ngai as General Manager for the Asia Pacific region

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San Francisco, CA., 2016-Mar-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Viator, a TripAdvisor company and the leading resource for tours and activities worldwide, has announced the appointment of Anita Ngai to the newly created role of General Manager for the Asia Pacific region. Ms. Ngai, who will be based in Viator’s San Francisco headquarters, will be… Read the full news article

The Registry Collection® program records strong growth in 2015 with more than 20 new properties and 50% membership growth

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The luxury exchange program reached approximately 48,000 members PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2016-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Registry Collection® program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program, saw strong growth in 2015 in both member numbers and expansion of its network of affiliated properties. The program, which boasts approximately 200 properties accessible for exchange or under… Read the full news article

Norwegian brings back UK’s only direct flights to Puerto Rico from November

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LONDON, 2016-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Low-cost airline Norwegian is bringing back the UK’s only direct flights to Puerto Rico from November following a successful first winter season with fares now available from £159 one-way incl. taxes. Norwegian, Europe’s third largest low-cost carrier, launched low-cost flights to the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico last… Read the full news article

Marriott Vacations Worldwide wins big at the 10th Annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service

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ORLANDO, Fla., 2016-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC) was honored with a Grand Stevie Award, being recognized as one of the Top 10 organizations at the 10th Annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Marriott Vacations Worldwide was presented with a Gold Stevie Award for Sales Support Team of the… Read the full news article

Indianapolis International Airport: Stafford Road and Bridgeport Road will be temporarily closed for The No Luck Half-marathon on March 19, 2016

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Indianapolis, Indiana, 2016-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Be advised there will be temporary road closures and lane restrictions during Saturday’s No Luck half marathon. DETAILS: On Saturday, March 19, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., Stafford Road (east of Ronald Reagan Parkway) and Bridgeport Road (south of West Perimeter Road) will be temporarily closed. The No Luck… Read the full news article

The Belgian border at Brussels Airport to be shifted to the Connector building

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2016-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — On 17 March, Brussels Airport will open the link between Pier B and the Connector building allowing non-Schengen passengers to go to their gate via Connector. From then on, all passengers will pass through the security screening in Connector, and non-Schengen passengers will then proceed to the new… Read the full news article

easyJet commends Scottish governments consultation on Air Passenger duty

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Following the Scottish governments consultation on Air Passenger duty Sophie Dekkers, easyJet’s UK Director commented;  LUTON, UK, 2016-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the Scottish governments consultation on Air Passenger duty Sophie Dekkers, easyJet’s UK Director commented; “easyJet has long campaigned for the removal of Air Passenger Duty.  We know that its impact is most keenly felt… Read the full news article

SAS inaugurates service from Stockholm to Los Angeles

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STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2016-Mar-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (March 14, 2016), SAS’ very first flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles takes off. It is SAS’ 8th direct route to the US and a part of the airline’s major long distance investment. The route Copenhagen – Boston will start up in the end of March and… Read the full news article

A Window into the Philippines: Permanent New York City Window Display at the Philippine Center Showcases the Beautiful Country

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Brunch, Live Entertainment and Door Prizes at the 2016 Philippines Business and Investment Celebration: Three Days of Excitement! NEW YORK, 2016-Mar-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippine Department of Tourism and Tourism Promotions Board have now a permanent window display at the Philippine Center in New York to showcase the country’s beautiful islands, people,… Read the full news article

Hershey Restaurant Week from April 11 through April 17

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Restaurants Feature Affordable Seasonal Dishes Hershey, PA, 2016-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Taste the many flavors of Hershey, PA as the seventh annual Hershey Restaurant Week returns to Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth from Monday, April 11 through Sunday, April 17. The event features nine restaurants operated by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts and offers… Read the full news article

British Airways gives its main lounge for business travellers at its Terminal 5 home a careful make-over

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LONDON, 2016-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has refurbished its main lounge for business travellers at its Terminal 5 home. The Club World Galleries South at T5A has been given a careful make-over, sprucing up the busy business class lounge for the airline’s premium customers. A new furniture layout has been thoughtfully designed to… Read the full news article

British Airways launches special anniversary fare to celebrate 80 years of flying to Hong Kong

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LONDON, 2016-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is celebrating 80 years of flying to Hong Kong with the launch of a special anniversary fare for customers. The maiden flight which took off on March 14, 1936 took ten days to complete, stopping at 24 different cities across the world and a one way ticket… Read the full news article

Bear Grylls and Alesha Dixon partner with British Airways to support Sport Relief this year

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LONDON, 2016-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Bear Grylls shares his endurance tips with British Airways’ staff embarking on a mile walk in heels for Sport Relief. The fundraisers were waved off by entertainer Alesha Dixon. The airline has raised £2 million for Sport Relief this year, and more than £12 million for Comic Relief since… Read the full news article

VisitScotland survey reveals that 82% of visitors agree that local people add to the holiday experience

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — New research by VisitScotland has shown that the people of Scotland play a more integral role than ever before in the tourist experience. The Scotland Visitor Survey, the biggest of its kind produced by the national tourism organisation, reveals that 82% of visitors agree that local people add… Read the full news article

VisitScotland: Icelandair starts new service from Aberdeen International Airport to Reykjavik

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Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Yesterday, 9th March 2016, Icelandair started a new year-round service from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Reykjavik (KEF).The new gateway will become Icelandair’s second in Scotland and sixth in the UK. Flights will operate four times weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. The flight to Reykjavik (KEF)… Read the full news article

Austrian Airlines sees increase in demand for Spanish and Italian destinations in the upcoming summer of 2016

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Demand is shifting due to political turmoil Summer of 2016: 96 times per week to Italy and eleven weekly flights to Spain Jerez and Bari as new destinations in the flight schedule of Austrian Airlines Vienna, Austria, 2016-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The cards on the holiday market will be reshuffled in the upcoming… Read the full news article

Austrian Airlines records 6.2 percent increase in passenger volume in February 2016 compared to same month last year

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• February 2016: 6.2 percent more passengers • January-February 2016: 3.7 percent increase in passenger volume VIENNA, Austria, 2016-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the positive start to the new year (+1.6 percent in January 2016), Austrian Airlines further increased its passenger volume for the month of February 2016: Austria’s red-white-red carrier transported more than… Read the full news article

Singapore Airlines and Tourism Malaysia to boost air travel into Malaysia

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Joint Release With Tourism Malaysia SINGAPORE, 2016-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Tourism Malaysia have agreed to work together to boost tourist arrivals into Malaysia through the signing of their first-ever Marketing Collaboration Memorandum. The two-year partnership was signed at ITB Berlin 20161, witnessed by Hon. Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz,… Read the full news article

Eurostar launches great value sale fares to nearly 60 French destinations

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UK’s favourite French destinations revealed Top tips on holiday hotspots from the Eurostar team LONDON, 2016-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Eurostar is offering travellers the chance to see more of France for less, with great value sale fares to nearly 60 French destinations. From 8-21 March, tickets are available from just £37 each way, for… Read the full news article

Airberlin passengers can now buy extra comfort individually

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Individual travel comfort is now the trend Berlin, Germany, 2016-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A seat in the front row, extra legroom, a tasty currywurst sausage or extra baggage – passenger wishes are infinitely individual. airberlin offers numerous additional travel options, so every passenger can fly just as they like. Options can be selected during… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake honoured with Five-Star Hotel Award by Forbes Travel Guide

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Hangzhou at West Lake, China, 2016-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Forbes Travel Guide has unveiled its 58th annual Star Rating list, honouring Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake with the prestigious Five-Star Hotel Award.  The top award recognises hotels as defined by Forbes to be the finest establishments in the world, delivering exceptional guest… Read the full news article

Austrian Airlines to fly up five times per week to Hong Kong starting September 5, 2016

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Five times weekly to Hong Kong on a Boeing 777 as of September 5, 2016 Austrian Airlines flying to China’s three largest cities – Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing Up to 31 times per week to Asia in the summer of 2016 Vienna, Austria, 2016-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Austrian Airlines is adding a… Read the full news article

Edinburgh Castle welcomed 1,568,508 visitors last year—making it Scotland’s most visited attraction

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UK wide member figures for 2015 revealed in industry announcement Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Edinburgh Castle has been named Scotland’s most visited attraction – ahead of the National Museum of Scotland for the first time in five years – as new figures reveal that more than one and a half million visitors… Read the full news article