100,000 seats on over 1,000 European routes in Apr from only €19.99 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline (ULCC), today (22 Feb) announced it will launch a new route from Dublin to Bologna in June 2013. Ryanair celebrated its new Irish route by launching a 100,000 seat sale at prices starting from… Read the full press release
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SAS introduces EuroBonus points for domestic business travelers
2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Business travelers who take domestic flights in Norway will soon be able to gain the rewards and benefits that EuroBonus members in the rest of world can enjoy. SAS is now set to introduce its EuroBonus rewards program for domestic flights in Norway with SAS and Widerøe, which means companies with business… Read the full press release
Spring is Just Around the Corner, and Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is Ready to Bloom
New Easter package includes accommodations, Afternoon Tea and more. 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Now is the time to discover the delights of early spring with an Easter break in the heart of Mayfair. Set back from Park Lane and just steps away from Hyde Park in all its spring time glory, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Now Selling Service Between Austin And San Jose Del Cabo/Los Cabos, Mexico Operated By AirTran Airways
2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) and wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways began offering for sale new nonstop service international flights between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and San Jose Del Cabo/Los Cabos International Airport in Baja California, Mexico. AirTran daily service on the new route begins June 2, 2013, and is open for sale now… Read the full press release
Free Currywurst on airberlin flights to the ITB
2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — All exhibition visitors travelling with airberlin to this year’s International Tourism Exchange (ITB) in the German capital have reason to celebrate: airberlin will be serving the popular curried sausage known as Currywurst as a free snack on all domestic German flights to Berlin after 10:00 am from 5th to 8th March. Back… Read the full press release
Consolid Designates Travelport Primary Technology Partner
Atlanta, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a long-term agreement with Consolid, a leading multiple points of sale consolidator in Latin America. The new agreement establishes Travelport as Consolid’s travel technology partner, providing access to travel content including air, hotel, car rental and cruise lines via its… Read the full press release
Walk in the Footsteps of Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Virginia
Richmond, Va., 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s movie LINCOLN was filmed entirely in Virginia, in and around the cities of Richmond and Petersburg. Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail and interactive Web site lead visitors to actual filming locations as well as restaurants, bars and shops that were favorites of the stars including Daniel Day-Lewis, Joseph Gordon… Read the full press release
VisitEngland and lastminute.com join forces to promote short breaks in England
2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — VisitEngland, the national tourist board, and leading hotel and travel specialist, lastminute.com, have today launched a joint marketing campaign designed to encourage consumers to embrace the spontaneity of a last minute getaway by visiting www.lastminute.com/visitengland, and booking a short break in England. Tube Card Panels and outdoor advertising at key rail hubs will… Read the full press release
New study from Amadeus estimates long-distance rail traffic in Europe will grow to over 1.36 billion passengers by 2020
• Study identifies six key factors will influence the growth of long-distance rail passenger traffic over the period to 2020 and outlines business potential • Amadeus committed to support growth of rail sector through technology Madrid, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Long-distance passenger traffic will increase by an estimated 21 per cent (2.2 per cent annually) to… Read the full press release
Now Even More Reason to Book on FlyFrontier.com
Fares as low as $39* at FlyFrontier.com DENVER, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced that, effective immediately, its schedules and fares will no longer be available on Expedia. As always, Frontier’s best fares continue to be found on its website at FlyFrontier.com. When you book at FlyFrontier.com, Frontier guarantees you’ll get the best travel… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi International Airport Starts the Year with 19.6% Passenger Growth in January
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-02-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today released the first traffic report of the year for Abu Dhabi International Airport. The report that covers the month of January indicated a double digit increase of a 19.6% growth in passenger traffic, compared to the same month last year. The report… Read the full press release
Heathrow leads the world in passenger boarding
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow passengers are the first in the world to use an innovative technology as part of the airport’s drive to further improve the passenger experience. Terminal 1 passengers are being invited to take part in a two month ‘self-boarding’ trial in partnership with South African Airways, which uses biometric data to help… Read the full press release
S7 Airlines начинает полеты в Грецию
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines объявляет об открытии регулярных рейсов из Москвы в столицу Греции – Афины. Новая страна в маршрутной сети S7 Airlines предоставит пассажирам авиакомпании еще больше возможностей для путешествий в Европу. Полеты будут осуществляться с 27 апреля 2013 года с периодичностью два раза в неделю – по средам и субботам. Вылет из московского… Read the full press release
Qatar Tourism Authority ready to dazzle the world at the 10th Anniversary of the Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition
26 exhibitors, representing some 500 of the world’s best known and most prestigious gemstone and watch labels A remarkable 15% increase on international brands Seven-day exhibition, dubbed “Pure Luxury”, spread over 15,000sqm area of jewelry & watches Doha-Qatar, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassem Bin Jabor Al Thani,… Read the full press release
Jersey: A new surf center opens in the heart of St Ouen’s Bay securing 12 jobs
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new local surf company will operate from the Watersplash this spring, taking over the lease from the Jersey Surf School. The ‘Splash Surf Center’ will be managed by local waterman and surfer Chester Mackley, and will offer surfing lessons to groups, schools and individuals. Mackley said; ‘I am really excited to… Read the full press release
Spring Break Travel Trends
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Welcome to the February edition of TRAVEL GUARD UPDATE, a monthly review designed to provide you with up-to-date information on the latest travel trends. This month, we polled travel agents to learn about their clients’ spring break booking trends. We’ll also touch upon a handy tip to ensure smooth travels this spring break… Read the full press release
Newquay Cornwall Airport: £60m fund to accelerate Enterprise Zone infrastructure
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership welcomes today’s launch of the Enterprise Zone Infrastructure Fund by the Department of Communities and Local Government. The £60m fund is being targeted at Enterprise Zones which have real short term growth potential and is aimed at unlocking key infrastructure projects. Aerohub @ Newquay… Read the full press release
Aeroflot Open International Innovation Contest Grand Final
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aeroflot Open International Innovation Contest Grand Final will take place in Moscow starting from March 01 till March 03, 2013. This is the first time such a contest is held in Russia. The main goal of this competition organized in partnership with the Federal Business Incubators Network «Open Innovation Inc.» is to develop a concept of «In-flight Entertainment Platform». Teams of professional developers and university students… Read the full press release
Iberia pone en marcha un plan para ofrecer alternativas a los clientes afectados por la huelga
En iberia.com están ya publicados los listados de vuelos cancelados para los días 4, 5, 6, 7 y 8 de marzo. La compañía ha flexibilizado las tarifas para facilitar los cambios o reembolsos a los clientes afectados por las cancelaciones. Los clientes que hayan adquirido sus billetes a través de agencias de viajes, deben ponerse… Read the full press release
Viva España: Successful take-off for the first airberlin non-stop flight from Berlin to Madrid
The only non-stop service in operation from Berlin-Tegel to Madrid Smooth transfer to onward flights via Berlin connecting Madrid with 16 destinations in Europe 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — It was a successful premiere for the first airberlin flight from Berlin-Tegel to Madrid: on 25th February more than 130 flight guests and invited media representatives celebrated the… Read the full press release
Enterprise Boosts UK Airport Presence with New Branch at Belfast INTERNATIONAL Airport (UK)
2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world’s largest car hire company, has opened a new onsite branch in the Arrivals Hall of Belfast International Airport. With this addition Enterprise now has a branch at every major UK airport, ensuring it is able to offer car hire to incoming tourists and business travellers as well as… Read the full press release
AIR FRANCE INCREASES SERVICES TO THE IVORY COAST, GABON AND NIGERIA
2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — As from 15 April 2013, Air France will operate 10 weekly flights to Abidjan in the Ivory Coast by Boeing 777-300 and Airbus A340 from its hub at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. To better meet the needs of its customers, Air France is continuing to invest in the Ivory Coast by increasing… Read the full press release
Airport bus set to boost Bath business
2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new bus service between Bristol Airport and Bath has been welcomed by the organisation representing businesses in the city. The Bath Bus Company announced its plans to commence an hourly service from 24 March at the recent annual forum for members of Bath Tourism Plus, where the news was warmly received…. Read the full press release
QATAR AIRWAYS GROUP MARKS QATAR’S NATIONAL SPORTS DAY WITH A HOST OF ACTIVITIES
Staff Celebrate Healthy Living Enjoying Fun Day Out With Colleagues And Families More Than 1,500 Participants Turned Up Making The Annual Event A Huge Success For National Airline Doha, QATAR, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways Group celebrated Qatar’s National Sports Day with fun and excitement attracting more than 1,500 staff and their families for a… Read the full press release
Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel Unveils $30 Million Guest Room Redesign
Washington, DC, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel, situated at 999 9th Street at K Street, NW, announced the completion of the redesign of its 807 guest rooms and suites, a 30 million dollar investment by its owners, Sunstone Hotels. Renaissance Hotels is a lifestyle brand within the Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:… Read the full press release
Virginia Wine & Dine Month to Celebrate Love by the Glass
-March celebrates local wines at restaurants statewide- RICHMOND, Va., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia is taking dining to a new level this March with LOVE by The Glass: Virginia Wine & Dine Month. For epicurean travelers, March is an ideal time to visit Virginia, as restaurants and wine shops statewide put local Virginia wines front and… Read the full press release
Lonely Planet Book Saves Three Queensland Boys
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global travel authority Lonely Planet has discovered that its book Not-for-Parents: How to Be a World Explorer has been directly responsible for saving three boys stuck in Queensland mud flats. As originally reported in the Port Douglas and Mossman Gazette last month, nine-year-old Port Douglas boy Vasco Gonsalves and two other boys… Read the full press release
Frontier Announces Schedule Extension Includes Summer Seasonal Service
Book at FlyFrontier.com for travel through Sept. 8 DENVER, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines announced today that it has extended the schedule of flights available for sale through Sept. 8 2013 on FlyFrontier.com. Customers can now book their summer travel to take advantage of Frontier’s low fares and expanding route map, including recently announced new… Read the full press release
BRITISH AIRWAYS OFFERS FREE HOTEL ROOMS IN BRITAIN
2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways and VisitBritain have sent out their “Big British Invite” today, offering deals and experiences in the UK, including two nights free accommodation in select UK hotels. The two free nights offer is available when customers purchase a roundtrip airfare between the US and the UK. The offer is valid through… Read the full press release
Lufthansa Group profitable in difficult environment
Operating profit in 2012 totals 524 million euros / Sale of equity investments lifts net profit to 990 million euros / Executive Board proposes to suspend dividend payment 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — According to last year’s preliminary consolidated financial statements, Lufthansa Group posted revenues totalling 30.1 billion euros (+4.9 per cent) and generated an operating profit… Read the full press release