Category Archives: Travelers

Aeroflot took delivery of new A320 fitted with aerodynamic Sharklets wing-tips

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MOSCOW, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has taken delivery of a new A320 fitted with state-of-the-art aerodynamic Sharklets wing-tips. The aircraft has been named in honour of Boris Vasilievich Petrovsky, the innovative Soviet surgeon and public figure. Sharklets improve aircraft aerodynamics and reduce fuel consumption (up to 4 per cent, according to Airbus). These new wing-tips are 2.4 m high and made of composite materials…. Read the full press release

Major sporting events to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to Las Vegas

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LAS VEGAS, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — From fast cars and college hoops, to Major League Baseball, Las Vegas is the place to be this month for major sporting events. The destination will host hundreds of thousands of visitors who will experience the annual NASCAR weekend, four NCAA Basketball Conference Championships, the Chicago Cubs and the… Read the full press release

Jersey’s calendar of events for 2014

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JERSEY,  2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — If you’re searching for the perfect getaway with long sun-filled days, or something to keep the whole family entertained, look no further than the beautiful island of Jersey. Whether you’re after an active break packed with adrenaline fuelled fun, a gastronomic experience of Michelin star quality, a romantic retreat, a… Read the full press release

Jersey to host its annual Food Festival from Friday 23rd – Monday 26th May 2014

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JERSEY, 2014-3-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Jersey will host its annual Food Festival from Friday 23rd – Monday 26th May 2014, celebrating the very best of the island’s gastronomic delights. Now in its fourth year, the festival showcases the skill and tradition that lies behind sourcing the local specialities for which Jersey is famous. Fresh and local are the two… Read the full press release

Sofia Airport and easyJet pleasantly surprised passengers with traditional Bulgarian symbol Martenitsi

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Sofia, Bulgaria, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Sofia Airport and airline easyJet organized a mutual operation for the holiday “Grandmother Marta”. In accordance to the Bulgarian tradition, the departing and arriving passengers of the two terminals of the capital airport received martenitsi with wishes for health, success and a pleasant flight. The students from the capital… Read the full press release

Emirates returns to the world’s leading travel trade fair at ITB Berlin

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Airline a mainstay at ITB for almost 20 years   BERLIN, Germany, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, recently named the most valuable global airline brand, returns to the world’s leading travel trade fair at ITB Berlin, once again signaling its commitment to the European travel and aviation market with its largest trade show presence outside of… Read the full press release

Iberia passengers can now use the new VIP arrivals lounge at its T4 hub at Madrid-Barajas airport

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For the use of Iberia Business Class passengers and Iberia Plus Gold cardholders arriving on flights of at least four hours’ duration. Open 24/7 and offering unrivalled features and services. The 665 m² space provides comfort for rest or work It is the latest innovation under the airline’s Ágora Project to improve efficiency and airport… Read the full press release

Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) reports 264,865 passengers in February, up 3% compared to February 2013

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Liverpool, UK, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Latest passenger traffic figures for Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) show a continued increase in usage with a throughput of 264,865 passengers in February – up 3% compared to February 2013. This is the third consecutive month that year on year passenger numbers have risen for LJLA with an… Read the full press release

Kenya Airways takes delivery of the first of its six Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes expected this year

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KQ to receive six Dreamliner planes and one Boeing 777 in 2014 Receipt of new aircraft demonstrates commitment to Project Mawingu Nairobi, Kenya, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — National Carrier Kenya Airways fleet and route expansion plan-Project Mawingu, enters a new phase next month when the airline takes delivery of the first of its six Boeing 787… Read the full press release

flydubai announced full-year 2013 net profit of $60.7 million, increase of 47 per cent compared to 2012

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• Reports AED 222.8 million (USD 60.7 million) profit for 2013 • Total revenue for the 12 months was AED 3.7 billion (USD 1.0 billion) • Carried 6.82 million passengers in 2013 • Passenger numbers increased 38 per cent compared to 2012 Dubai, UAE, 2014-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai today announced full-year 2013 net profit… Read the full press release

Lufthansa to fly passengers with its newest aircraft Boeing 747-8 on the Frankfurt-Sao Paolo route

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Cologne, Germany, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa is set to introduce the latest-generation Boeing 747-8 to a new destination. From 29 March, the ‘Queen of the Skies’ will fly daily between Frankfurt and Sao Paolo. Flight LH 506 is currently operated with a Boeing 747-400, the predecessor model of the Boeing 747-8. The switch to… Read the full press release

Lufthansa introduced new shopping cart function on its website at lufthansa.com

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Cologne, Germany, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa is making it easier to book tickets and a wide range of other services on its website www.lufthansa.com. The individual booking steps have been fundamentally changed, and the layout has been redesigned and the menu prompts simplified. From now on, customers can add flights and other optional flight-related services… Read the full press release

Fixed based operator DhabiJet held awards ceremony to honor its partners for their outstanding services

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DhabiJet awards partners for outstanding service to Al Bateen Executive Airport Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Al Bateen Executive Airport, operated by Abu Dhabi Airports as the only dedicated business airport in the Middle East, announced today that its Fixed Based Operator (FBO) DhabiJet held an awards ceremony honoring its partners for their… Read the full press release

Enterprise Holdings’ Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands recognized as J.D. Power 2014 Customer Champions

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental Brands Receive Distinction in U.S. ST. LOUIS, 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings’ Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental brands have been recognized as J.D. Power 2014 Customer Champions. The brands are two of only 50 brands to earn this distinction. As Customer Service Champions, the Enterprise and National brands… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel Association welcomes Chile to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP)

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Washington, D.C., 2014-3-4 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement in response to Friday’s announcement that the Republic of Chile will enter the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP): “To all of our soon-to-be guests from the beautiful nation of Chile, we in the American travel community say:… Read the full press release

Hong Kong Airlines (HX) to operate Incheon-Hong Kong cargo route 3 times per week

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The busiest cargo route of Incheon Airport will see rapid traffic climb Seoul, South Korea, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The private Hong Kong-based airline, Hong Kong Airlines (HX) was newly recruited and will operate Incheon-Hong Kong route 3 times per week. Incheon-Hong Kong is the busiest cargo route for Incheon Airport Incheon Airport held a… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport estimated 2014 Chinese New Year holiday period contributed $117 million to New Zealand economy

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2014-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has estimated that the 2014 Chinese New Year holiday period has contributed $117 million to the New Zealand economy. Glenn Wedlock, Auckland Airport’s general manager aeronautical commercial, says the Chinese New Year holiday period, which ran from 31 January to 14 February, was once again a… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announced new sponsorship of the Budapest Half Marathon in partnership with Budapest Sport Office

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Budapest, Hungary, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the new title sponsorship of the Budapest Half Marathon in partnership with the Budapest Sport Office (BSI). It is the first time in 18 years that the Budapest Half Marathon has changed its name. It will… Read the full press release

Wizz Air to sponsor the Skopje Marathon in partnership with the city of Skopje

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Skopje, Macedonia, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the new title sponsorship of the Skopje Marathon in partnership with the city of Skopje. It is the first time  that the Skopje Marathon has added a partner to its name. It will be held on… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport CEO Neil Pakey: Wild Atlantic Way project can be a tourism game-changer

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Shannon, Ireland, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chief Executive of Shannon Airport, Neil Pakey, has said that the Wild Atlantic Way project has the potential in time to deliver for Atlantic coast counties on an ongoing basis what the Gathering did for the entire nation last year. Welcoming the launch of the project today… Read the full press release

Charleston International Airport: The Transportation Security Administration opens TSA pre check application center in Charleston

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Charleston, SC, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) today announced the official opening of an application site in Charleston for TSA Pre™, an expedited screening program that allows travelers to leave on their shoes, light outerwear and belt, keep their laptop in its case and keep 3-1-1 compliant liquids/gels bag in a… Read the full press release

South African Airways (SAA) formed partnership with the travel technology company DealBroker

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JOHANNESBURG, 2014-2-28 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) has introduced another service for customers to enjoy sightseeing and entertainment activities at their destinations. One of the strategic objectives of Gaining Altitude, the airline’s Long-Term Turnaround Strategy (LTTS), is to provide excellent customer service. In support of the strategy the airline has formed a partnership… Read the full press release

London Gatwick launched £30 million fund to improve airport’s resilience to flooding

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Gatwick accepts all the recommendations of the McMillan Report into flood resilience, disruption and passenger welfare A £5 million programme of activity has already started to improve the airport’s resilience to flooding Up to £30 million has been made available to help implement the report findings in full Significant focus will be given to improving… Read the full press release

Frontier Airlines announced six new U.S. routes plus two new destinations from Midway International Airport

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CHICAGO, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of its 20th anniversary this summer, Frontier Airlines has announced it is launching six new U.S. routes, including two new destinations served from Midway International Airport. Beginning in June 2014, Frontier will offer seasonal nonstop service from Midway (MDW) to both Harrisburg, PA (MDT) and Knoxville, TN (TYS). “On behalf of Mayor Rahm Emanuel, I… Read the full press release

oneworld alliance members Cathay Pacific Airways and Qatar Airways announced strategic agreement on the Hong Kong – Doha route

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Doha, QATAR, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways and Qatar Airways, members of the oneworld alliance, today announced a strategic agreement on services operated by both airlines between Hong Kong and Doha, effective 30 March 2014. Sales will commence on 25 February 2014. The agreement between the two airlines is expected to generate a… Read the full press release

Employees at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air earned $105 Million in 2013 Bonuses

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SEATTLE, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Employees at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are receiving annual bonuses today of more than 9 percent of their annual pay, or more than five weeks’ pay for most workers. The bonus is in addition to $1,150 in 2013 monthly bonuses that most employees earned for achieving on-time and customer… Read the full press release

Singapore Changi Airport handled 4.6 million passengers in January 2014, up 6.3% YoY

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SINGAPORE, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Changi Airport handled 4.60 million passengers in January 2014, an increase of 6.3% on-year.  Air traffic movements grew correspondingly, with a total of 30,400 landings and take-offs recorded during the month, or 7.6% more compared to a year ago. The growth in passenger traffic was supported by a healthy… Read the full press release

Dubai International reports for record 6.4 million passengers in January 2014

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Dubai, UAE, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai International started the New Year with record monthly traffic, exceeding 6.4 million passengers in January. According to the traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today, passenger traffic reached 6,400,706 in January 2014, up 15.1 per cent from 5,559,760 recorded during the same month in 2013. The bumper… Read the full press release

Winter 2014/15: airberlin to increase frequency of its flights to the Caribbean

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Berlin, Germany, 2014-2-27 — /Travel PR News/ — In winter 2014/15 airberlin will be increasing the frequency of its flights to the Caribbean and at the same time further expanding its tourist services from Dusseldorf and Munich. From November 2014 there will be two extra non-stop flights from Dusseldorf to Varadero in Cuba and Puerto Plata… Read the full press release

Amadeus extends partnership with the largest independent ticket wholesaler in Germany AERTiCKET

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Companies sign a multi-year agreement which now includes AERTiCKET subsidiaries globally Madrid, Spain, 2014-2-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, and AERTiCKET, the largest independent ticket wholesaler in Germany, today announce that they have extended their long standing partnership, and expanded it to AERTiCKET subsidiaries globally. The AERTiCKET… Read the full press release