Este nuevo servicio, denominado MyBagTag, agiliza la facturación, supone mayor comodidad para el cliente y le permite ahorrar tiempo en el aeropuerto. El servicio MyBagTag se ofrecerá en los vuelos punto a punto con origen / destino España y, próximamente, se extenderá a destinos europeos e internacionales. MyBagTag es una iniciativa del proyecto Ágora de Iberia, cuyo objetivo es… Read the full news article
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Singapore Airlines introduces advanced in-flight entertainment system on its new Boeing 777-300ERs flights
2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Customers will soon be able to experience the next generation KrisWorld, the world’s most advanced in-flight entertainment system to date, on new Boeing 777-300ERs entering Singapore Airlines’ fleet in the coming months. The new KrisWorld, based on a Panasonic Avionics hardware platform, will initially be available on eight new B777-300ERs that will begin to enter service from… Read the full news article
Iberia, en el podio de las aerolíneas más populares
Décima aerolínea internacional más puntual del mundo en junio Tercera en Europa entre las compañías de red Madrid, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — En el mes de junio, Iberia ha logrado ser la décima compañía aérea internacional más puntual del mundo y tercera de Europa, entre las compañías de red, según el informe que mensualmente publica Flightstats [Ver… Read the full news article
Experience the holy month of Ramadan at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Experience the holy month of Ramadan as Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta presents special ambiance and promotions for guests to enjoy. From the intimate atmosphere to the delightful breakfasting spread at Seasons Café, special room promotions and packages for gatherings, Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta ensures that guests’ experiences will be memorable. During Ramadan, the Hotel has prepared… Read the full news article
Bahrain Airport Company to organise Bahrain delegation to attend the Aviation Security Management programme in Singapore
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — In keeping with the company’s commitment to providing secure and a comfortable travel experience at Bahrain International Airport (BIA), Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) liaised with its’ partners to attend the Aviation Security Management programme in Singapore. Held at Singapore Aviation Academy, the training course provided participants with a comprehensive overview of the… Read the full news article
CVG, DHL and Special Olympics Kentucky team up on fundraiser event this fall
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — CVG will be the site of a “plane pull” for Special Olympics Kentucky this fall, with local teams proving their strength by pulling a DHL cargo plane. Teams are already forming for the Oct. 19 event and an informational meeting is planned July 10 for team captains who want to learn more…. Read the full news article
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Press Inquiries regarding Asiana Airlines Flight 214 incident
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has concluded all airport media briefings regarding Asiana Airlines Flight 214. The NTSB has officially assumed command of the investigation into Asiana Airlines Flight 214, and will conduct all further media briefings off-airport. The NTSB will announce additional briefings as they are scheduled. For further… Read the full news article
San Diego International Airport’s Green Build Terminal 2 West improvement program gives back to small and local businesses with millions in contract awards
Total of $415 Million Awarded to Local Businesses in Green Build Contracts SAN DIEGO, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — With the grand opening of San Diego International Airport’s Green Build Terminal 2 West improvement program just weeks away, the $1 billion project has upheld its commitment to providing business opportunities to local and small businesses, including women-… Read the full news article
Oslo Airport: Swiss Air to start non-stop flights from Oslo to Geneva
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — On December 14, 2013 Swiss International Airlines will begin offering flights to Geneva, Switzerland. Flights leave 3 times a week until the end of the winter season March 29th. This new route offers a speedier way to the Swiss Alps and great skiing conditions! The welcoming slopes of Port du Soleil are… Read the full news article
London Gatwick airport to work with world-leading architect Sir Terry Farrell on its runway expansion plans
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (8 July 2013), Chief Executive of Gatwick Airport, Stewart Wingate, announces the appointment of Sir Terry Farrell to provide expert advice on its runway capacity plans. Sir Terry will offer specialist advice to the airport in support of its proposal for additional runway capacity and its vision for a ‘constellation of… Read the full news article
Air France-KLM announced June 2013 traffic results
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passenger In spite of strike action by European air traffic controllers, June 2013 passenger traffic rose by 2.5% for capacity up by 1.3%. The load factor stood at 85.2%, up one point. The group carried 7.0 million passengers (+1.6%). Unit revenue per available seat kilometre (RASK) ex-currency was decrased compared with June 2012…. Read the full news article
Air France music to organize “Phoenix in the sky” competition on its mobile app
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pp to 17 july, Air France music is organizing the “Phoenix in the sky” competition on its mobile app, with a trip to new york to be won. To celebrate the release of the new album by Phoenix, the best known French rock band, Air France Music is offering the opportunity to… Read the full news article
Eurostar renewed its partnership with 22 major museums and galleries across Europe
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar, the high-speed passenger service linking the UK with mainland Europe, is renewing its partnership with 22 major museums and galleries across Paris, Brussels, Lille and London to offer Eurostar passengers ‘2 FOR 1’ entry. The programme, formerly known as ‘Eurostar Plus Culture,’ has been running for three years and offers every… Read the full news article
Specialty Spa Menu for the Summer Festival Season at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe
Seasonal offerings tie into summer calendar of events. 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Summer in Santa Fe means plentiful fiestas and festivals, celebrating the temperate climate, rich cultural traditions and vibrant food offerings of the destination. The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe introduces a menu of seasonal services, offered until the end of September, to coincide with the summer… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways Strengthens Commitment To Jordan With Two Additional Flights
Amman, JORDAN, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, has added two additional flights between its hub in Doha and Amman, bringing the total number of services to Jordan to nine weekly flights. Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said the extra capacity would be a great… Read the full news article
Finnair se une al Acuerdo de Negocio Conjunto de American Airlines, British Airways e Iberia
Este negocio fue iniciado por IB, BA y AA en octubre de 2010. Madrid, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Finnair, la compañía de bandera finlandesa, forma parte, desde hoy, del negocio conjunto (JB) que mantienen desde 2010 sus socios de la alianza oneworld, American Airlines, British Airways e Iberia, para la realización de las rutas entre Europa (UE,… Read the full news article
Iberia lanza la campaña “Encuentra tu vuelo” para dar a conocer su nueva iberia.com
Esta promoción ofrece a los clientes navegar y conocer las nuevas mejoras de Iberia.com consiguiendo vuelos a Europa. En total, se sortearán cinco premios al día, de 60.000 Avios cada uno, suficientes para un vuelo ida y vuelta para 2 personas a cualquier destino europeo. La nueva web de Iberia ofrece un tratamiento personalizado a… Read the full news article
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines received 4-Star Airline Rating status from airline research organisation Skytrax
London, UK, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has been upgraded to a 4-Star Airline Rating, reflecting the improvements that the airline has made to the quality of the Airport and Onboard experience KLM. The 4-Star Airline rating is a seal of Quality Approval awarded only to those airlines that achieve a good Quality performance… Read the full news article
Skytrax says global Airline Safety Rating is not feasible
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Skytrax do not publish a separate rating of airline safety standards or list airline safety record details, because there is no accurate, global reference of safety standards and/or safety incidents which provides information that can be truly trusted by passengers, or supplies total accuracy to customers in choosing an airline. This can… Read the full news article
London City Airport found that its passengers fall into five packing personalities
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Would you be proud to show the inside of your suitcase or would you burn up with embarrassment? London City Airport has found that its passengers fall into five packing personalities. The Kitchen Sink Packer – Can’t decide what to pack, dreads the thought of being caught without an essential item, so packs… Read the full news article
London City Airport again recorded the best on-time performance for scheduled flights in UK
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — London City Airport [LCY] continued with its strong punctuality record in the first quarter of 2013, according to official statistics. LCY again recorded the best on-time performance for scheduled flights of the ten UK airports monitored, at 86 per cent during January to March, and the shortest average delay of just 8.22… Read the full news article
easyJet started flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Newquay, the gateway to South West England’s surfing coast
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) were able to test their surfing skills this morning ahead of easyJet’s inaugural service to Newquay – gateway to South West England’s surfing coast. As part of a fun day promotion to celebrate easyJet’s latest new destination from Liverpool, the Airport installed an indoor surfing… Read the full news article
Asiana Airlines released its official Statement from July 8th Press Conference on OZ214 Incident
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Asiana would like to provide a brief update regarding the status of OZ214. The special charter flight dispatched by Asiana Airlines yesterday at 13:33 (Korea Time) carrying twelve support staff, eight government inspectors and members of the Korean media has arrived on location in San Francisco. Its passengers have begun supporting the victims and their… Read the full news article
easyJet and Liverpool John Lennon Airport announced new 9 year agreement
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — easyJet and Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) are delighted to confirm the signing of a new 9 year agreement that will see the continued expansion of the UK’s largest airline from Liverpool. To coincide with this long term commitment to Liverpool, easyJet have also announced the addition of a new destination from… Read the full news article
Macau Government Tourist Office to organize the “Conceptual Design Contest for Community Tourism Mobile App”
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) organizes the “Conceptual Design Contest for Community Tourism Mobile App” to promote the “Development Plan for Community Tourism” and deepen the public’s awareness about the scheme. The competition also serves to introduce more third-party software applications of Macau travel guide to the market and apply more cutting-edge… Read the full news article
Edinburgh Castle has once again been short-listed for UK Heritage Attraction Award
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Voted the top UK Heritage Attraction for the past two years’ running, Edinburgh Castle has once again been short-listed by the British Travel Awards to receive this prestigious award. The castle is Scotland’s number one paid-for visitor attraction and welcomes more than 1.2 million visitors from around the world. It is facing competition from the… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways business jet division Qatar Executive offers option to charter private jets for Umrah and Hajj flights
Convenient Charter Services Available To Saudi Arabia During Ramadan And Eid Doha, QATAR, 2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In time for Ramadan, Qatar Executive, the business jet division of Qatar Airways, is gearing up to meet the increased number of travellers planning to fly to Mecca to perform Umrah during the Holy month and the upcoming Eid-al-Fitr… Read the full news article
airberlin and topbonus presented the improved benefits of the topbonus Service Card
2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In June, airberlin and topbonus presented the improved benefits of the topbonus Service Card. Now a special promotion campaign has been launched: until 31st August 2013 it will be possible to order the topbonus Service Card for 99 instead of 119 euros at airberlin.com/servicecard or by calling the topbonus Service Center on… Read the full news article
Iberia cuenta con dos aviones más con los nuevos interiores de largo radio
Uno de ellos es el primer Airbus A-340/600 modificado en los hangares de la compañía. El segundo es el nuevo Airbus A-330 que acaba de recibir la compañía, el cuarto de este tipo, y al que ha bautizado con el nombre de “El Salvador”. Gran aceptación de la nueva cabina de turista de largo radio… Read the full news article
Qatar Airways opens its ticket office at the iconic Harrods department store in Knightsbridge London
London, UNITED KINGDOM, 2013-07-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways launched its flagship high-street ticket office at the iconic Harrods department store in Knightsbridge London. Hosted by Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Marwan Koleilat, the event was attended by representatives from the Embassy of Qatar, including Deputy Ambassador Fahad Al-Mushairi; and senior members of the Harrods team… Read the full news article