Hong Kong, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Manila invites guests to make the most of their time in this exciting city pulsating with a vibrant business district, colourful shopping and nightlife, and a rich culture. The “More in Manila” offer starts at PHP 6,000 for a Deluxe or Business Room and includes a complimentary third night when guests book a… Read the full press release
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Expedia Insiders’ Select 2013 ranked Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis Among Best-Reviewed Hotels
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis has been named to the Expedia Insiders’ Select list for 2013, an annual ranking of best-reviewed hotels as determined by the world’s leading full-service online travel agency. The Insiders’ Select list recognizes the top-ranked hotels available in the Expedia global marketplace, as judged by more than one million annual guest… Read the full press release
New mouth-watering burger flavours at Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Each Wednesday night, The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston offers a menu unlike any other for burger and wine lovers: Burgers & Burgundy. This popular Boston event pairs the guest’s selection of one of four burger flavours with two tastings of Burgundian-style wines for just USD 35.00 per person. Executive Chef Brooke Vosika and Sous Chef Robert Angelo… Read the full press release
2,000 years of history celebrated at Fort George Scotland 10-11 August 2013
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fort George will welcome romans, vikings and land girls next month as Historic Scotland’s ‘Celebration of the Centuries’ returns. The award winning event,* which takes place at the Fort in Ardersier, Inverness-shire on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th August, spans over 2,000 years of history. Over the weekend over two hundred and fifty… Read the full press release
Roman Antonine Wall, built in 142 AD, to be 3D scanned as part of the ground-breaking Scottish Ten project
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Romans were known for their feat, skill and innovation and now the Antonine Wall, built in 142 AD is to be scanned using the very latest in modern technology as part of the ground-breaking Scottish Ten project. An expert team is to scan the site, as part of the project which… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines to purchase bio-based fuels from Hawai`i BioEnergy
HONOLULU, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines and Hawai`i BioEnergy LLC announced today they have signed an agreement for the carrier to purchase sustainable biofuel for its aircraft. Founded in 2006, Hawai`i BioEnergy is a consortium of three of Hawaii’s largest landowners and three venture capital companies who plan to use locally grown feedstocks to produce… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Holidays opened six dedicated holiday shops across the GCC
Holiday Shops To Open In Bahrain, Muscat, Dammam and Riyadh Airline’s New Summer Brochure 2013 Provides Advice And Reviews On This Year’s Top Destinations Doha, QATAR, 2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways Holidays, the airline’s leisure division, has begun expanding its operations across the GCC, with the opening of six dedicated Holiday Shops across the region…. Read the full press release
UK Civil Aviation Authority reminds holidaymakers to pack their ATOL certificate before travelling abroad this summer
2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — With schools set to close for summer this week and thousands of families heading abroad for their holidays, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is reminding holidaymakers to pack their ATOL certificate to make sure they’re covered if something happens to their travel company. Families booking ATOL protected air holidays are covered… Read the full press release
Enterprise Rent-A-Car expands further in Europe by adding new franchise partners in Poland and the Czech Republic
LONDON, 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its ongoing European expansion strategy, Enterprise Rent-A-Car has selected new franchise partners in Poland and the Czech Republic, providing greater choice and mobility to customers across all major airport and city locations in these two European markets. These agreements consolidate the company’s footprint in Central and Eastern Europe, further increasing access… Read the full press release
Respaldo y reconocimiento de IATA al servicio “My Bag Tag” de Iberia
Tony Tyler, máximo dirigente de IATA, ha visitado la T4 para conocer de primera mano este producto. MyBagTag estará disponible en las próximas semanas en toda la red de destinos latinoamericanos a los que vuela la compañía. En tan solo nueve días, el 12% de los clientes ya han utilizado MyBagTag, porcentaje que se eleva… Read the full press release
Tourism Authority of Thailand and Wing Lung Bank announce Wing Lung Xcite Visa Platinum Card
Bangkok, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wing Lung Xcite Visa Platinum Card announced today the launch of new welcome gifts and travel related privileges targeting towards the young and energetic generation who love to travel. To tie-in with the revamped Xcite Visa Platinum Card, a travel theme will be incorporated into Wing Lung Bank Centre’s BC Mall… Read the full press release
InterContinental Hotels Group and Selfi Grupo Operador de Estacionamientos celebrated opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Xalapa in Veracruz
IHG’s continued growth in Veracruz contributes to the Southeastern region of Mexico’s economy Xalapa, Ver, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Selfi Grupo Operador de Estacionamientos, S.A. de C.V., recently celebrated the ground break on April 22nd of the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Xalapa. Prominent personalities who attended the ground-breaking ceremony included José Antonio Mansur Beltrán, Federal Delegate… Read the full press release
Journey into the heart of Philippines’ most desirable travel destinations with The Discovery Leisure Company
One Discovery A Day with the Discovery Leisure Group 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Journey into the heart of the Philippines’ most desirable travel destinations, cradled in the lap of luxury, with The Discovery Leisure Company (TDLC), Inc. that developed and owns the homegrown Filipino leisure chain of Discovery Suites, Discovery Country Suites and Discovery Shores Boracay…. Read the full press release
Summer package deals at JW Marriott, Autograph Collection Hotels, Renaissance, Marriott Resorts and Gaylord Hotels
Package Includes Room Upgrade & Up to $100 Nightly Credit For Those Who Book by Sept. 25 and Stay July 28 – Oct. 31 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — JW Marriott, Autograph Collection Hotels, Renaissance, Marriott Resorts and Gaylord Hotels are turning up the heat on savings with the Endless Summer package. Valid through Sept. 25, travelers… Read the full press release
Essential Travel survey finds Almost A Third of Gappers Underestimate How Much Money They’ll Need
2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — 28% of gappers cite money and financial worries as the biggest challenge during their time away, as the leading online travel insurance site Essential Travel found during a recent survey. However, with 34% of those surveyed taking less than two weeks to plan their trip of a lifetime, this comes as little… Read the full press release
Kenya Airways CEO Dr. Titus Naikuni received ‘Airline Business Award’ at the prestigious Airline Strategy Awards 2013
Nairobi, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kenya Airways’ Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Titus Naikuni, has been recognized in the prestigious Airline Strategy Awards 2013. Dr Naikuni received the ‘Airline Business Award’, which recognizes an individual who has made a lasting strategic contribution to the air transport business, during this year’s edition of the awards that were held in… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines rolled out new payment option for airfares booked through singaporeair.com
2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines is introducing a new payment option for airfares booked through singaporeair.com, as part of a significant enhancement to the KrisFlyer frequent flyer programme. From today, members will be able to use their KrisFlyer miles to pay for Singapore Airlines and SilkAir flights booked through the SIA website. Customers can choose… Read the full press release
Jet Airways and Air New Zealand form reciprocal frequent flyer partnership
MUMBAI, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has entered into a reciprocal frequent flyer partnership with Air New Zealand. Air New Zealand an international and domestic airline group provides flights within New Zealand, to and from Australia, the South West Pacific, Asia, North America and the United Kingdom. JetPrivilege members may now… Read the full press release
Jet Airways introduced new ATR flights from Bengaluru to Vijayawada, Trichy via Kochi from July 25, 2013
MUMBAI, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier airline, today announced that it will be enhancing domestic connectivity with fresh air links to Vijayawada and Trichy in the South. The airline, today, announced the introduction of daily flights between Bengaluru and Vijayawada, and two additional services a day to Mangalore and an afternoon service to… Read the full press release
Wizz Air operates flights on 20 routes to 14 countries from Warsaw Chopin Airport
Warsaw, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced that its temporary operations at Warsaw Chopin Airport will become permanent from tomorrow, 18 July. The airline is currently operating flights on 20 routes to 14 countries from Warsaw Chopin Airport. In December last year Wizz Air… Read the full press release
Wizz Air now with 300,000 members of its WIZZ Discount Club
London, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-fare, low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, has registered the 300,000th member of the WIZZ Discount Club. The program was introduced only 2 years ago in March 2011 and the number of members has been constantly growing ever since. The WIZZ Discount Club was specifically designed for… Read the full press release
Bahrain Airport Company offers iftar meals for passengers at Ramadan tent in the terminal building at Bahrain International Airport
2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) has placed a Ramadan tent in the terminal building at Bahrain International Airport (BIA), providing passengers with light iftar snacks during the holy month of Ramadan. Traditional Ramadan food and beverages are being offered everyday for free from 6:30pm to 10:30pm, allowing the fasting passengers to have their… Read the full press release
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to open the airport’s first common use VIP lounge
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Club at ATL located in International Terminal WHO: Atlanta City Council Members Louis Miller, General Manager Miguel Southwell, Aviation Deputy General Manager, Commercial Development Graham Richards, CEO, Airport Lounge Development WHAT: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Wednesday will host the grand opening of The Club at ATL, the airport’s first common use… Read the full press release
London City Airport Staff raised money on cycle charity event for Richard House Children’s Hospice
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — A team of 40 employees and partners from London City Airport have completed a charity cycle challenge from London to Amsterdam. The group cycled 166 miles in two days and have raised £25,000 for Richard House Children’s Hospice in East London. Declan Collier, CEO, London City Airport said: “I am extremely proud… Read the full press release
British Airways to add more flights to Stockholm and Madrid from London City Airport this winter
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is adding more flights to two popular European capital cities from London City Airport this winter. From October 28 the airline is launching a third daily flight to Stockholm in Sweden and to Madrid in Spain. The additional flights will both operate in the middle of the day, perfect timing… Read the full press release
Family of four life-size elephant statues land on Liverpool John Lennon Airport
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Management at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) had a jumbo sized surprise in store for passengers turning up at the Airport this morning following the arrival overnight of a family of four life-size elephants. The elephants are touring the region as part of a campaign organised by experts from Knowsley Safari and… Read the full press release
LAWA and Job Resources Centers to host job fair for over 280 food service jobs available at LAX
Los Angeles, California, 2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Business and Job Resources Centers is coordinating a Targeted Recruitment Job Fair for HMS Host restaurants opening at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). HMS Host, a major concession operator at LAX, will interview applicants for more than 280 food service positions on July 20… Read the full press release
Major public art festival entitled “Influx: Art at LAX” at Los Angeles International Airport
Influx: Art at LAX On view June 20 – Dec. 31, 2013; Self-guided tour map available online Los Angeles, Calif., 2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of its expansion and renovation, the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is launching its first-ever public art festival this month, entitled Influx: Art at LAX. Presented by Los Angeles World Airports… Read the full press release
30 minutes free Wi-Fi in the terminal to all passengers now available at Yorkshire’s Gateway Airport
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Yorkshire’s Gateway Airport will now offer 30 minutes free Wi-Fi in the terminal to all passengers. In partnership with Wi-Fi specialist BitBuzz, the complimentary service is easily accessible and can be connected to anywhere in the terminal. Passengers will be able to use Wi-Fi to access the weather forecast; currency rates or… Read the full press release
Jet2.com announced it started flights to Hungarian capital Budapest from Leeds Bradford Airport
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet2.com brings back Hungarian capital for Yorkshire travellers 2014 flights available to book now from £38.00 and Jet2holidays city breaks available from £199 Jet2.com has today announced the return of Budapest to its growing range of destinations available to Yorkshire travellers, becoming the only airline to give local people access to this… Read the full press release