Warsaw, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Tours, the new online travel platform designed to bring more convenience and savings to holidaymakers, was today presented in Warsaw and Budapest. For the very first time Wizz Air is entering the package holiday market, widening its consumer friendly offer to existing passengers and capturing new customers. The new package… Read the full press release
La compañía ha programado vuelos a la capital griega durante los meses de julio, agosto y septiembre. Madrid, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hoy, 1 de julio, Iberia comienza a operar su ruta de verano Madrid-Atenas, con conexiones desde el resto de aeropuertos de la red. La compañía española volará a la capital griega aprovechando el incremento de… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Big Bang Yorkshire & Humber is part of a series events held annually across the UK which seek to celebrate the achievements of young people in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), ultimately inspiring them to follow careers in these rewarding fields. The event provides young people with the opportunity to… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — While Peter the Great was known to prefer more humble accommodations, Catherine the Great certainly would have approved: nearly two centuries after its debut as the city’s most exclusive residence, the “House with Lions” is reborn asFour Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg. Ideally situated next to St. Isaac’s Cathedral – and designed by the… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The first scheduled flight connecting Budapest and Warsaw took off exactly 75 years ago on 1 July 1938, jointly operated by LOT of Poland and Malért of Hungary. Passengers on board the historic anniversary flight were welcomed by Budapest Airport and LOT Polish Airlines in the terminal. Budapest Airport remembered a historic… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Germany’s second largest airline is expanding its sales team to continue improving the support it offers to travel management companies and corporate travel departments. “With the further expansion of our sales team for the corporate sector, we are sending a clear signal to the German market: the business travel market is of… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — To coincide with the busy summer holiday period, Air France is placing entertainment at the heart of the trip for customers on its long-haul routes. The Company is now offering passengers the opportunity to enjoy the full in-flight entertainment offer as soon as they board to when they arrive at their destination…. Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) hosted the Annual Marketing Meeting in Macau from June 24 – 28. MGTO’s overseas market representatives came to Macau to report their work progress and discuss upcoming promotional strategies at the meeting. Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, Cheong U met with the overseas representatives at a… Read the full press release
Energy, Resources & Marine Sector To Receive Formal Focus by Association Alexandria, VA, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) — the voice of the global business travel industry —today announced the creation of an Energy, Resource & Marine Task Force structure to develop educational content, research and membership for travel professionals in… Read the full press release
Newest Member Brings Wealth of Experience in Public Safety and Law Enforcement BOSTON, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Massachusetts Port Authority will welcome law enforcement and public safety expert Kurt N. Schwartz as the newest member of the seven-person volunteer Massport Board overseeing the state authority that owns and operates Boston Logan International Airport, Hanscom Field… Read the full press release
Sydney, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for urgent policy attention to infrastructure and taxation issues to ensure the continued development of aviation connectivity in Australia. “Aviation has always played a key role in Australia. It binds the continent together and connects the island to its major trading partners. Combined… Read the full press release
Hotels Experiencing Gains Across all Travel Segments NEW YORK, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — While transient bookings (comprised of individual business and leisure travelers) are still driving growth in both occupancy and average daily rate (ADR) for hotels, the group outlook for the remainder of 2013 is stronger than it has been in past months, according… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blending traditional Hawaiian spa experiences with cutting-edge services, innovative new treatments represent just three of myriad body toning and skin care treatments, offering guests immediate results with no down time. Known for its innovative and cutting-edge approaches to health and wellness, The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has added a customized treatment to… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aegean Airlines has just announced that it will begin flights to Athens from London Stansted Airport commencing on July 11th 2013. The route will operate three times per week and will connect easily with a through flight to the islands of Corfu, Kos and Rhodes. It will be the very first airline to… Read the full press release
DISH surprises more than 100 Southwest Customers with a free iPad 2 in honor of the new partnership New DISH customers can receive Southwest Rapid Rewards Points and iPad 2 as part of new DISH promotion 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — DISH (NASDAQ: DISH), the leading pay-TV provider, today announced “TV Flies Free” marking the first time… Read the full press release
Warszawa, 2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Realizujący Plan Restrukturyzacji narodowy przewoźnik stawia na bardziej aktywną komunikację. Nowym dyrektorem Biura Komunikacji Korporacyjnej został Robert Moreń, do niedawna szef komunikacji w Banku Pekao SA, a rzecznikiem prasowym Barbara Pijanowska-Kuras, dotychczas dyrektor zarządzający agencji imedia PR. Robert Moreń, trafił do LOT-u po 10 latach pracy w Banku Pekao SA, gdzie… Read the full press release
SEATTLE, 2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members can now earn miles flying on Aeroméxico, Mexico’s global airline, which serves 80 destinations throughout Mexico, the United States, Canada, Central and South America, Europe and Asia. Miles flown on Aeroméxico will count toward qualification in Alaska’s Mileage Plan MVP elite-level program. Club Premier Aeroméxico travelers… Read the full press release
World’s 5-Star Airline To Join World’s Most Famous Department Store London, UNITED KINGDOM, 2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways will officially open its flagship high-street ticket office in one of the world’s most exclusive shopping destinations – the iconic British department store, Harrods in Knightsbridge. The luxury airline’s new central London location will open for business… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Interview: Why airberlin is focusing on Poland airberlin: Mr. Gergye, airberlin has continued to grow in Poland this year. How do you see airberlin’s position in this market? Otto Gergye: Poland is a strategic growth market for airberlin and has a strong economy as well as a rising demand for flights. Thanks… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Although the summer of 2013 will be the busiest ever at Copenhagen Airport, with 6.6 million passengers or more, a pleasant and stress-free start to your holidays at the airport is still not problem – even on the busiest travel day of the year, which is forecast to be 28 June, with… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the announcement that Holkham Beach in Norfolk is to officially ban nudists from its shores from 1st July, tourists may well be looking for their next kit-free hang out. Look no further. From designated nudist beaches to naked gardening and theatre, here VisitEngland exposes the country’s cheekier side. Get your kit… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Everyone needs to find healthy ways to relax, release and regenerate, and The Leading Hotels of the World offer unique yoga experiences to help harried travelers achieve serenity. Here are just a few. At Grand Hotel Heiligendamm on Germany’s Baltic Sea coast, guests experience authentic yoga from the Himalayas with yoga master Sanjay Vyas…. Read the full press release
Paris, 2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Accor, the world’s leading international hotel operator, unveils its ambitions for the Mercure brand. Mercure is the midscale hotel leader with more than 700 hotels worldwide, and its new positioning focuses on 4 lines of action: An entirely modernized offer that meets new guest expectations Accelerated expansion, mostly through franchises, with… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Zoo closes early on July 12 for Jungle Party fundraiser WHAT: Woodland Park Zoo will close at 3:00 p.m. instead of its normal 6:00 p.m. time on Friday, July 12 for its 37th annual Jungle Party. Visitors may remain on grounds until 4:00 p.m. The zoo will open at its normal time… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Copenhagen Airport has been rated the most efficient airport in Europe for the eighth time in ten years by the Air Transport Research Society, a special research group that analyses and evaluates efficiency at airports Worldwide. The award as “Europe’s most efficient airport” was presented to Copenhagen Airport’s CEO, Thomas Woldbye, earlier… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Education is a human right. The cultural identity of the individual and the society is based upon it. As a result, education is a prerequisite for a sustainable human development and a peaceful coexistence. However, over the years the black population of South Africa has been denied access to education facilities and… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The aviation industry’s commitment to reducing the impact of aircraft noise took another step forward at Heathrow today with the arrival of British Airways’ first Boeing 787 Dreamliner, which touched down this morning. The aircraft boasts a noise footprint 60 per cent quieter than similarly sized aircraft [1] and will be the fifth [2] B787 to… Read the full press release
2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (27 June) celebrated carrying its 300mth UK passenger with a ceremony at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, where Ryanair’s deputy chief executive and chief operating officer, Michael Cawley, joined airport staff to mark the milestone. In just 29 years, Ryanair has grown from a one-route… Read the full press release
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL., 2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach announces the launch of the pioneering LIFESTAGE skincare products and new facial treatments at Acqualina Spa by ESPA. The new professional treatments include ESPA Ultimate LIFESTAGE Facial and ESPA LIFESTAGE Facial and were unveiled by Sue Harmsworth, founder of ESPA, for the first time in the United States at… Read the full press release
Discover the magic of Beirut from the highest rooftop pool in the city with the Summer Gets Better Pool Package. 2013-07-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — There are few things that can beat a summer break in Beirut. From great cuisine to lounging by the pool in perfect weather, guests can experience the city like never before… Read the full press release