2013-01-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Interview with Ibrahim Gülcan, head of airberlin’s crisis team, on the German police security service providers’ strike at Dusseldorf and Cologne/Bonn airports Mr Gülcan, was airberlin able to prepare for the strike? We have followed the development of the pay dispute closely but the trade union wanted to hit flight operations hard… Read the full press release
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Gateway Airport Traffic Soars in 2012
Total passenger traffic increases 44% over 2011 MESA, Ariz., 2013-01-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport’s skyrocketing passenger count has exceeded annual estimates since its rapid growth began in 2008, but 2012 delivered more than momentous numbers. For the first time in the airport’s history, passenger numbers not only topped 1 million but did it with… Read the full press release
Competitive intelligence: keeping Canada’s tourism rivals under close scrutiny
Seoul tourism goes Gangnam Style, while Downton Abbey proves a big draw upstairs—and downstairs—for the UK. 2013-01-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marketers everywhere love viral videos. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) is no stranger to their power, with 500,000 people viewing “Canada. Shared by Canadians” within seven days of its release on YouTube. CTC News is back… Read the full press release
Lonely Planet Celebrates Sydney
2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global travel authority Lonely Planet has published an all-new edition of its best-selling Sydney City Guide. To celebrate the release of this 10th Edition, Lonely Planet has provided the 300-plus businesses included in the guide with a special “Featured by Lonely Planet 2013” window sticker to display as an endorsement. “Compared to… Read the full press release
San Diego Zoo’s Panda Cub – Happy at Home
Happy at Home 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The San Diego Zoo’s panda cub, Xiao Liwu, is enjoying his new home and getting comfortable in his new surroundings. Xiao Liwu has been climbing up into the trees in his new habitat and enjoys sitting up in the branches, as well as taking naps in the sunshine. Since… Read the full press release
NAHB’s INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS ANNUALLY THROUGH 2016
LAS VEGAS, 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) announced today that the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center for four years after a two-year absence. This is the first time the show will be held in Las Vegas for four… Read the full press release
Aeroflot will offer satellite-based onboard Wi-Fi service on 26 long-haul aircraft in 2013
MOSCOW, 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — According to Aeroflot program of introducing Wi-Fi Internet access on board of its long-haul aircraft for 2013, this service will be available on 26 long-haul airplanes by the end of the year. 22 Airbus 330 and 4 Boeing 777 airliners will be connected to Internet through satellite-based onboard Wi-Fi, and on 15 of them (12 Airbus 330 and 3 Boeing 777) this service will be already available in Q1 2013. Aeroflot long-haul… Read the full press release
Kempinski Opens Olare Mara Kempinski, Masai Mara Tented Camp
Luxurious 12 Tent Camp in the Olare Orok Conservancy – Complete with over two million wildebeest, zebras and the world’s largest lion population Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kempinski Hotels today (January 15, 2013) opened the doors (or rather tent flaps) to its all-inclusive Olare Mara Kempinski, Masai Mara Tented Camp. As the company’s… Read the full press release
Art at Helsinki Airport: is it an airplane turbine or an EKG?
The crackling red piece by Hans-Christian Berg invites passengers into the new Art Gallery exhibition at Helsinki Airport, which displays dark-toned visual art by Visa Norros. The exhibition, included in Finavia’s Art Port concept, will open on Thursday, 24 January. 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The humourous atmosphere of the previous exhibition by Bo Haglund and Kim… Read the full press release
Holiday like a celebrity from Leeds Bradford Airport with British Airways
2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways has seen a boost in bookings to celebrity-favourite destinations this January, thanks to stars uploading pictures of their holidays to popular social media sites over the Christmas and New Year period. Top destinations for stars included Dubai, enjoyed by Rita Ora, Denise van Outen and Nell McAndrew, and Australia – popular… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Starts Ultra Low Fare Service Between New Orleans and Dallas/Fort Worth
Miramar, Florida, 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today starts operating nonstop ultra low fare service between New Orleans and Dallas/Fort Worth. In addition to nonstop service to Dallas/Fort Worth, Spirit offers connecting service from New Orleans to Chicago, Detroit, Fort Lauderdale and Houston. “We are committed to saving our customers money on travel… Read the full press release
Dragonair Unveils Comprehensive Enhancements to Cope with Future Expansion and Development
HONG KONG, 2013-01-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dragonair today unveiled a major new product enhancement, its biggest since 2005, that will see the introduction of New Business Class and New Economy Class cabins together with a brand-new inflight entertainment system named StudioKA. The product announcement was made at a media event hosted by Dragonair Chief Executive Officer… Read the full press release
The Drake’s Royal Penthouse Available For Lease
CHICAGO, 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s not every day that you have a chance to call a Chicago icon home, but the 4,000 square-foot penthouse apartment at the historic Drake Hotel is now available for lease after years of occupancy by a prince and princess. (Prince Piotr Galitzine and his wife, Princess Maria Anna Galitzine, formally Archduchess… Read the full press release
Ryanair £16 Winter Seat Sale
Fly From £16 On Over 1,000 Routes Across Europe In Feb and March 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, announced that from midnight (24:00hrs) tonight, Mon 21 Jan, it will release 100,000 seats, across its European network, at prices starting from just £16 for travel on Mon, Tue, Wed & Thur in Feb… Read the full press release
Air Canada global Star Ranking is upgraded to a 4-Star Airline status
2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the latest Skytrax Star Ranking review, Air Canada Quality Rating has been upgraded and the airline awarded a 4-Star Ranking for it’s Airport and Onboard product and service standards. Air Canada 4-Star Airline Ranking details Skytrax stated that detailed analysis of various improvements to the Air Canada product and service delivery standards during the… Read the full press release
Summer travel from Europe springs into life
Canadian icons take starring role in new CTC campaigns in Germany, the UK and France 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — New year, new projects and new potential travellers: the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) is off to a brisk start to 2013 in its European core markets with a new series of spring/summer campaigns. These campaigns have just gotten… Read the full press release
Global Hotel Leaders Celebrate One Billion International Travelers and Call for “Smart Visas” to Facilitate Travel for Next Billion
Davos, Switzerland, 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two hospitality giants – Hilton Worldwide and Marriott International – addressed global business and travel industry leaders today at the World Economic Forum in Davos to urge governments to move quickly to adopt “Smart Visa” policies which stimulate global travel, create new jobs and spur economic development. The two companies represent… Read the full press release
Travelport signs new agreement with Morning Star Travel
Hong Kong, 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a new multi-year agreement with Morning Star Travel Service Ltd, one of the leading travel agencies in Hong Kong. Under this significant agreement, Travelport will become Morning Star’s key travel technology provider. Travel agents across all Morning Star locations,… Read the full press release
Agoda.com offers specials in Rome and Paris, and lists top destinations for couples
2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has announced lists of its most popular destinations as chosen by couples from various regions, as well as amazing hotel deals in Paris and Rome, two of the perennial favorite romantic cities. But as Agoda.com looked into preferred travel habits,… Read the full press release
First Austrian Airlines Boeing 767 takes off with new long-haul cabin
2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Boeing 767 is the second long-range aircraft within the Austrian Airlines fleet equipped with the new long haul cabin, following a Boeing 777 which is already in service. Austrian Airlines is converting its entire long-haul fleet on a step-by-step basis. The new fittings mean passengers travelling Economy Class will have the opportunity… Read the full press release
Turkish Riviera charter holiday from Newquay Cornwall Airport this April
2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — One week exclusive luxury escorted tour around the Turkish Riviera direct from Newquay Cornwall Airport Newquay Cornwall Airport in conjunction with OSKA_TRAVEL are pleased to be able offer an 8 day dream holiday on the Turkish Riviera for 2 people, including flights, accommodation in either a 4 or 5 star hotel, including breakfast with prices… Read the full press release
A joint industry response to reduce the threat of runway excursions
Brussels, Belgium, 2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — EUROCONTROL has issued its European Action Plan for the Prevention of Runway Excursions. According to ICAO, runway excursions are a persistent problem and their numbers have not decreased in more than 20 years. The Flight Safety Foundation have said that runway excursions are the most common type of aviation accident, accounting… Read the full press release
An encounter with Munch at Oslo Airport
2013-01-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travellers arriving at Oslo Airport from abroad will now encounter the work of a world-renowned painter. The Terminal has been adorned with Edvard Munch reproductions in connection with the Munch’s 150th Anniversary Exhibition. The exhibit is presented behind the Duty-Free shop and near the escalator going down to the arrival area. The exhibit… Read the full press release
Lufthansa campaign supports schoolchildren in developing countries
2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lufthansa passengers who opt to check in online or via their mobile phone not only save time at the airport but can also help a good cause. As part of a campaign that runs until 31 January 2013, Lufthansa will donate one sheet of paper to schools in developing countries for each paperless check-in procedure completed… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Continues Record Growth with the Fastest Rate in the Industry
Opening 171 Hotels among Major Achievements in 2012, and Industry-Leading Pipeline Now Includes Nearly 1,000 Hotels MCLEAN, Va., 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide continues to be the fastest growing global hospitality company by number of rooms. In 2012, it opened 171 hotels with more than 28,000 rooms and has the largest pipeline in the industry and… Read the full press release
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. Congratulates Delta YWG on Receiving a 2012 Station of the Year Award
2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. congratulates the Delta Air Lines station in Winnipeg on receiving a 2012 Station of the Year Award from Delta Air Lines Inc. “My heartfelt congratulations to the Delta team in Winnipeg on their Station of the Year Award,” said Barry Rempel, President & CEO of Winnipeg Airports Authority. “The… Read the full press release
2013 Celebrates the 80th Anniversary of Historic Garden Week in Virginia
RICHMOND, Va., 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — “Virginia is especially beautiful during Historic Garden Week,” explains Lynn McCashin, Executive Director of the Garden Club of Virginia, the sponsoring organization of this statewide house and garden tour. “Richmond is the perfect place to serve as a hub during this annual spring time event.” The state’s capital features three distinct… Read the full press release
Loews Hotels & Resorts Purchases The Back Bay Hotel in Boston
NEW YORK, NY, 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts, a wholly owned-subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L), today announced that the company has entered into an agreement to purchase The Back Bay Hotel in Boston from The Doyle Collection. The acquisition is expected to close in February 2013. “Boston is one of the most… Read the full press release
Dolan Hotels celebrates Taste Accreditation Awards
2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tides at the Somerville Hotel, The Golden Sands restaurant, and Indigo’s at Hotel Cristina have all been recognised for their exceptional dining experiences and have been presented with the most prestigious Taste Award available, ‘Gold Highly Commended’. Bill Dolan, chairman of Dolan Hotels said he was delighted with the company’s achievement. ‘We work hard to ensure that… Read the full press release
THE WORLD TEAK CONFERENCE 2013
Thailand hosts the World Teak Conference 2013 In Bangkok, 25-30 March 2013 2013-01-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has advised to the Lord Chamberlain to study and to look into how to conserve and preserve the important plant genetic resources of Thailand, that would benefits to the Thai of present and future generations. The HRH… Read the full press release