Maryam Banikarim joins Hyatt Hotels Corporation as the company’s global chief marketing officer

CHICAGO, 2015-1-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the appointment of Maryam Banikarim as the company’s global chief marketing officer. In this role, Banikarim will be responsible for driving the company’s individual brands and the experiences they offer online and offline while working across the organization to facilitate innovation around the… Read the full press release

London City Airport: 8 per cent increase of passengers in 2014 compared to 2013

LONDON, 2015-1-9 — /Travel PR News/ — A bounce-back in business travel has resulted in a record-breaking year in 2014 at London City Airport (LCY). The only airport actually in London, LCY welcomed 3.65 million passengers in the 12 months to December, representing an 8 per cent increase compared to 2013. Airport bosses have attributed… Read the full press release

Travel Alberta: Events Edmonton partnered with World Food Championships (WFC) to host one exclusive qualifying event in 2015 for Canada

Alberta, Canada, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Events Edmonton has partnered with the World Food Championships (WFC) to host one exclusive qualifying event in 2015 for Canada. The Canadian Food Championships will take place in downtown Edmonton in conjunction with Taste of Edmonton, which runs July 16-25, 2015. This exciting opportunity will allow Canadian chefs, home… Read the full press release

AIRFRANCE KLM announced 6.2 million passengers in December 2014

Passenger: strict capacity discipline, stable load factor Continued restructuring of point-to-point and ongoing accelerateddevelopment of Transavia PARIS, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — AIRFRANCE KLM announced 6.2 million passengers in December 2014 Traffic highlights 6.2 million passengers, +1.3% Continued restructuring of point-to-point (capacity down -15.0%) supporting increase in Short and Medium-Haul load factor Unit revenue per… Read the full press release

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines expands medium-haul network with scheduled service to Belfast, Krakow and Montpellier

Amstelveen, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will expand its medium-haul network with three new destinations. KLM will launch a new scheduled service to Belfast, Krakow, and Montpellier. These new services will be part of KLM’s new summer schedule and will operate on a daily basis as from 18 May 2015. Our aim… Read the full press release

easyJet announced 4,634,977 passengers and 88.4 percent load factor in December 2014

LONDON, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet passenger statistics for December 2014 Month ending December 2014 December 2013 Change Passengers (1) 4,634,977 4,490,538 3.2% Load Factor (2) 88.4% 87.9% 0.5pp Rolling 12 months ending December 2014 December 2013 Change Passengers (1) 65,348,876 61,332,803 6.5% Load Factor (2) 90.8%  89.3% 1.5pp Enquiries should be directed… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport has topped flight punctuality league tables published by global aviation intelligence provider OAG

On-time performance for flights is best in world BRISTOL, UK, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has topped flight punctuality league tables published today, with an on-time performance rating of 94.4 per cent making it the world’s best. Leading global aviation intelligence provider, OAG, based the league tables on 43.5 million flight records… Read the full press release

TravelWest helped Bristol Airport purchase new 100 per cent electric powered vehicle for its in-house IT team

BRISTOL, UK, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has taken delivery of a new electric vehicle for use by its in-house Information Technology (IT) team. The Nissan e-NV200 is the first 100 per cent electric powered vehicle on the 176 hectare site, and has been purchased with support from TravelWest. The e-NV200 combines… Read the full press release

IATA global passenger traffic for November 2014: Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 6.0% compared to November 2013

Geneva, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for November 2014 showing a continuation of the healthy demand trend of recent months. Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 6.0% compared to November 2013, which was ahead of the 5.7% year-over-year growth recorded in October as well… Read the full press release

IATA global air freight November 2014 data: freight tonne kilometers (FTK) demand grew 4.2% compared to November 2013

Geneva, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported November 2014 data for global air freight markets showing that demand measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTK) grew 4.2% compared to November 2013. Capacity grew by 3.3% over the previous November. Compared to October 2014, air freight demand expanded by a healthy 0.8%…. Read the full press release

Houston Airport System’s Manager of Business Development Arturo Machuca named the general manager of Ellington Airport

HOUSTON, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Arturo Machuca, Houston Airport System (HAS) Manager of Business Development who is leading the efforts to bring a Houston Spaceport to Ellington Airport, has been named the general manager of Ellington Airport. Machuca was appointed by Houston Aviation Director Mario C. Diaz in December 2014. “Arturo Machuca demonstrates a… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways showcased the first of its 80 A350 XWB aircraft for the first time in its hub at the Premium Terminal of Doha International Airport

Press conference in Doha attended by more than 150 international media as Qatar Airways showcases the first of its 80 A350 XWB aircraft for the first time in its hub and home Celebrations continue for Global Launch Customer Doha, QATAR, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker,… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group, Inc. to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2014 financial results on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015

SEATTLE,  2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2014 financial results on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015. A conference call is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. Pacific time/11:30 a.m. Eastern time. Interested parties may… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group Inc. reported 9.1 percent increase in traffic on 12.3 percent increase in capacity compared to December 2013

SEATTLE, 2015-1-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported December 2014 and year-end operational results on a consolidated basis, and for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. Detailed information is provided below. AIR GROUP (including flights operated by third parties) On a combined basis, Air Group reported a 9.1… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens Holiday Inn Express® Snowmass Village hotel in Colorado

Hotel opens in time for 2015 ski season ATLANTA, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Snowmass Village hotel. As the newest addition to IHG hotels in Colorado, this four story hotel features 145 guest rooms and six suites…. Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London announces exclusive partnership with French high end luxury Maison Chloé

Hong Kong, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Capitalising on its position in London’s most fashionable district, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce an exclusive partnership with French high end luxury Maison Chloé, as the Spring/Summer 2015 collections arrive in stores, commencing Thursday 12th February 2015.In celebration of London Fashion Week, Mandarin Oriental… Read the full press release

Anantara Veli Resort & Spa Maldives announces 3 day 40% off sale January 9th – 11th, 2015

MALDIVES, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Book your 2015 Maldives wish list travels with a special 3 day sale on anantara.com January 9th – 11th, 2015. Whether it’s a short getaway or a long holiday amidst the shimmering turquoise waters and dazzling white sands of the Indian Ocean, our Maldives Escapes offer award-winning resorts,… Read the full press release

airberlin transported more than 30 million passengers in 2014

Berlin, Germany, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — In 2014, airberlin was able to increase its number of passengers and transported more than 30 million passengers for the fifth year in a row. With 31,716,202 passengers, Germany’s second-largest airline welcomed 0.6 percent more passengers on board in yearly comparison. The revenue passenger kilometers (RPK) in… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport to get long-awaited train connection this summer when the Ring Rail Line opens

Helsinki, Finland, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Helsinki Airport will get the long-awaited train connection this summer when the Ring Rail Line opens. The new rail line will provide an easy connection between the airport and the Helsinki city centre. According to Ville Haapasaari, the director of Helsinki Airport, the new train link is one… Read the full press release

CCA Galleries International to host exhibition of war memorabilia supplied by The British Red Cross and sponsored by Nedbank to mark the 70th anniversary of the Channel Islands liberation

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the Channel Islands, CCA Galleries International is proud to host an exhibition of war memorabilia supplied by The British Red Cross and sponsored by Nedbank. The celebrations begin at No. 8 Hill Street on Wednesday 14th January with a… Read the full press release

Jersey Tourism partnered with Sunair and Buro Britain over new direct charter flight service to Jersey from Rotterdam in 2015

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the recent announcement by Blue Islands to cancel the 2015 Amsterdam route, Jersey Tourism has partnered with Sunair and Buro Britain who have confirmed that they will operate a new direct charter flight service to Jersey from Rotterdam in 2015, flying from May 02 to September 12… Read the full press release

The Channel Islands to host family-friendly attractions during the Channel Islands Heritage Festival, 3rd April – 11th May 2015

JERSEY, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Just a short hop by plane or ferry from the UK, the Channel Islands – Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark – play host to a plethora of family-friendly attractions, beaches, hotels and restaurants, delivering to parents and children alike a relaxing and fun-filled break. A must-see event… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport launches changes to parking and use of the forecourt on Wednesday 7th January 2015

Aberdeen, Scotland, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Following on from last year’s announcement, changes to parking and use of the forecourt at Aberdeen International Airport are set to launch on Wednesday 7th January 2015. From this date, a charged forecourt area will be implemented, in an attempt to tackle local congestion and safety concerns…. Read the full press release

Air Partner helped evacuate stranded skiers from the French Alps

Air Partner, the leading provider of air charter services to governments, corporates and high net worth individuals, has been called in by tour operators to help evacuate stranded skiers from the French Alps.  LONDON, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The evacuation of holidaymakers, on a number of chartered Boeing 737-800’s, took place between 28 and… Read the full press release

Hilton Worldwide opens The GWR Tower Rooms and Tower Lounge@Paddington in an exclusive wing of the Hilton London Paddington Hotel

Hilton Revives Brunel’s Grand Victorian Vision For Great Age Of Travel LONDON, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — A stunning new venue for business travellers will make its mark in central London on 1 January 2015 with the opening of the GWR Tower Rooms and Tower Lounge@Paddington in an exclusive wing of the Hilton London Paddington Hotel…. Read the full press release

New polling figures released show continued support for Gatwick expansion over Heathrow

In crucial year for airports expansion debate, latest polling shows Londoners continue to back Gatwick over Heathrow Growing support for Gatwick included as one of “15 reasons for 2015” why Gatwick is the obvious choice for expansion LONDON, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — With 2015 marking a crucial year when the Airports Commission will… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways and Flybe Group expand code-share agreement to connect passengers travelling from Hong Kong to UK via Amsterdam or Paris

HONG KONG, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced that it has expanded the code-share agreement with the Flybe Group that will connect passengers travelling from Hong Kong to four destinations in the United Kingdom via Amsterdam or Paris. Flybe is a British regional airline group based in Exeter in the… Read the full press release

Embraer Executive Jets and NetJets® Inc signed agreement to convert 10 Signature Series Phenom 300 purchase options into firm orders

São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer Executive Jets and NetJets® Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company and the worldwide leader in private aviation, have signed an agreement to convert 10 Signature Series Phenom 300 purchase options into firm orders. At current list prices, this addition to the contract is worth US$ 89.55… Read the full press release

Aeroflot took delivery of its 15th full-specification Sukhoi Superjet 100 produced by JSC Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCA)

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has taken delivery of its 15th full-specification Sukhoi Superjet 100 (registration number RA-89045) produced by JSC Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCA). The plane has been named in honour of Ivan Voedilo, a pioneer of the regular international flights on the route Moscow — Koenigsberg (Kaliningrad). New Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft has been transferred to Aeroflot under a financial lease from… Read the full press release

Aeroflot hosted business meeting in Shenzhen, China with Chinese aviation, tourism and logistic industry representatives

Moscow, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — On December 23, 2014, Aeroflot hosted a business meeting in Shenzhen, China with Chinese aviation, tourism and logistic industry representatives. The Company presented on its current position and prospects in the region. Aeroflot Group, the leader of the Russian aviation market, was represented at the meeting by Alexander Lukashin, Head of International PR Division, and Nikita Krichevskiy, Member of Aeroflot Public Council,… Read the full press release