On 9 January the newly modernised Check-in 1 opened for business at Vienna International Airport where it will serve NIKI and airberlin passengers. 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Anyone flying with NIKI and airberlin will be treated to an even better travel experience at the newly renovated Check-in 1 at Vienna International Airport from now on: covering around… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Travelers
Thai Airways selects Accelya’s REVERA® PRA the most comprehensive passenger revenue accounting platform for the airlines industry
REVERA® PRA to help Thai Airways streamline their passenger revenue accounting process Mumbai, India, 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Accelya Kale Solutions Limited, part of the Accelya Group – a leading solutions provider to the Airline and Travel industry, today announced that Thai Airways, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Thailand has chosen Accelya Kale’s passenger… Read the full news article
Travel Alberta and Big Valley Jamboree create contest to bring country music to small Alberta communities
Small Town Saturday Night mobilizes rural Alberta to showcase local tourism experiences 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travel Alberta has partnered with Big Valley Jamboree for a second year to celebrate Alberta’s rural stories by offering them a chance to win a day-long country music celebration on April 27, 2013 in their home town through a contest… Read the full news article
Sluggish 2012 Should Yield to Better 2013 for Business Travel
Projected Business Travel Spending Growth is Early Indicator of Rising Business Confidence Pent-up Demand Expected to Fuel Increasing Growth Rates as Year Progresses International and Group Travel to Rebound Alexandria, 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Business travel spending growth slowed through the tail end of 2012 as companies postponed critical investment decisions until after the U.S. presidential… Read the full news article
The Grand Seafood Buffet Event is Back at Belcancao at Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip
Serving the splendours of the sea in a tantalizing array of creative dishes. 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blending exquisite Asian and international flavours with the freshest premium seafood including abalone and lobster, Executive Chef Klaus Kallweit and his talented culinary team are going to amaze diners’ taste buds at the Ocean Splendours Seafood Buffet event taking place at Belcanção until… Read the full news article
Extreme Ice Survey Exhibit at O’Hare Showcases Stunning Imagery of Glaciers
CHICAGO, 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — An awe-inspiring new exhibit featuring a collection of 18 large-scale images of glaciers from the Extreme Ice Survey (EIS) project has arrived at O’Hare International Airport. “Ice: Portraits of Vanishing Glaciers”, located past security in Terminal 2, features the work of acclaimed photographer James Balog, whose Chasing Ice documentary made news earlier today when a song… Read the full news article
Spirit Airlines Giving Away 20 Million Frequent Flyer Miles in New Orleans on Monday, January 14th
2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — 1,000 Area Residents to Receive Enough Miles for Award Ticket* (with taxes and fees from only $5 per award) WHO/WHAT: Spirit Airlines is celebrating its arrival in New Orleans in a big way and giving away 20 million frequent flyer bonus miles on Monday, January 14, 2013. 1,000 residents (18 years… Read the full news article
Southwest Airlines Announces New Service Between Chicago (Midway) And Both Dominican Republic & Jamaica Operated By AirTran Airways
DALLAS, 2013-01-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today began offering for sale new nonstop service between Chicago (Midway) and both Montego Bay, Jamaica, and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The flights available for sale now at airtran.com will begin this spring, subject to governmental approvals, and will be operated by Southwest’s wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways. “These… Read the full news article
TAT Releases Calendar of Festivals & Events for 2013
Bangkok, Thailand, 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand has released its calendar of festivals and events for 2013. A total of 28 events are listed in the calendar, ranging from annual marathons to music fests and martial arts. The calendar will be very useful for travel agents and tour operators seeking unique experiences and… Read the full news article
In 2013, Americans Aim to Boost Their Happiness, Health and Charitable Efforts
Hampton Hotels Partners with Happiness Expert Dr. Christine Carter to Share Simple Tips for Keeping Resolutions and Maintaining Happiness Year-Round MCLEAN, Va., 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — A national survey* released today by Hampton Hotels revealed Americans are very optimistic about keeping their 2013 New Year’s resolutions, with more than three quarters of respondents (76 percent) noting their dedication… Read the full news article
WIZZ AIR ADDS EXTRA FLIGHTS ON KIEV ROUTE
2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, Hungary’s largest airline, today announced 14 additional flights on its Budapest-Kiev route during February and March. Bookings on this route went up strongly since Aerosvit cancelled a number of flights to Kiev Borispol and passengers were forced to make alternative travel arrangements. Wizz Air operates three weekly flights from Budapest to… Read the full news article
Free 2013 Nebraska Travel Guide now available
Start planning a Nebraska vacation today LINCOLN, NEB., 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 2013 Nebraska Travel Guide is now available in print and digital formats. Request a free copy today and discover endless possibilities for adventure in Nebraska. The Nebraska Tourism Commission’s guide offers 180 pages brimming with striking photography, useful maps, information about attractions and more…. Read the full news article
Food Festival Favorites in Virginia for 2013
Oysters, Brunswick stew and Colonial Feasts are a few flavors to savor in Virginia in 2013 RICHMOND, Va., 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia takes a love of food to a new level with specialty food festivals through the state. Hundreds of special festivals and events are hosted each year that celebrate the best local flavors of Virginia…. Read the full news article
Frontier’s Cleveland – Denver Service Takes Flight
Nonstop fares starting at $94* each way available until Jan. 17 at FlyFrontier.com DENVER, 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today launches nonstop service between its Denver, Colo. (DEN) hub and Cleveland, Ohio (CLE) with four weekly flights. To celebrate the new service, Frontier is offering fares as low as $94* each way available for purchase through Jan…. Read the full news article
Virginia Wine Festivals to Experience in 2013
Savor Virginia wines at festivals and events throughout the year RICHMOND, Va., 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Virginia is a “Commonwealth of Wine” – with more than 200 wineries that stretch across every region of the state, from the waters of the Chesapeake Bay to the Blue Ridge Mountains. This variety makes Virginia a wine destination unlike any… Read the full news article
Hilton Brisbane’s Cool City Escape
Escape To The City And Enjoy Brisbane’s Finest Events And Sizzling Summer Activities From The Comfort Of Hilton Brisbane BRISBANE, Australia, 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Take advantage of cool summer rates at Hilton Brisbane and treat yourself to a night or weekend in the heart of Brisbane, on the doorstep of Queen St Mall. From animated dining around the… Read the full news article
October 2012: the who, what, where, when and why of Canada travel.
Despite strong growth in South Korea and China, total international visitor arrivals were flat in October 2012, reports latest CTC Tourism Snapshot. 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Plus ça change, plus c’est pareil. At the end of another busy period in the international tourism marketplace, 1.2 million travellers came to Canada in October 2012, a mere -0.2% year-on-year slip, says… Read the full news article
Agoda.com makes waves with sweet hotel deals for Philippine surfing
2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), is providing hotel deals in the Philippine province of Surigao del Norte, a popular tourist destination offering constant balmy temperatures, swaying palm trees, and the famed Siargao Island, one of the world’s best surfing locations. Recently included on list… Read the full news article
Heathrow Airport Old control tower demolition
As part of Heathrow’s transformation and to make way for roads which will serve the new Terminal 2, one of the last iconic remnants of ‘old’ Heathrow, the Old Control Tower (OCT), is being demolished this week. 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — With its distinctive red brick construction, glazed Air Traffic Control Room and white radar dome, the… Read the full news article
Virginia Festivals and Events Celebrate Good Times and Big Anniversaries in 2013
RICHMOND, Va., 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Every year Virginia is filled with big festivals and major events alive with excitement and fun and celebrating the things that make the Commonwealth one of America’s top travel destinations. From world-class headline entertainment to small-town fiddlers and from hot air balloons to hurdling horses, 2013 looks to be one of Virginia’s best… Read the full news article
Frontier Airlines Reports December and Full Year 2012 Traffic
INDIANAPOLIS, 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines, a subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings (NASDAQ: RJET), today reported preliminary traffic results for December 2012. For the month, Frontier’s load factor increased by 2 points from December 2011 to 87%. Frontier’s traffic decreased 10%, to 0.9 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) on a 12% decrease in capacity to 1.1… Read the full news article
Hilton Queenstown Unveils Stunning Lakeside Residences
QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand, 2013-01-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Queenstown has opened the doors to a suite of stunning residences; just in time for the summer holiday period. Hilton Lakeside Residences are 42 one and two bedroom hotel residences with apartment style facilities. The elegant, open-plan spaces have a versatile design catering to the needs of both leisure and corporate… Read the full news article
The Club at SJC Opens at Silicon Valley’s Airport
Airport’s New VIP Lounge, Open to All Passengers SAN JOSE, 2013-01-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and Airport Lounge Development (ALD) are pleased to offer The Club at SJC, a “common use” VIP lounge located across from gate 15 on the third level, open to all airline passengers beginning January 10, 2013. By purchasing a… Read the full news article
Souvenirs: Tokens of Travel
New exhibition highlights a variety of mementos from the nineteenth century to the present – from sailors’ valentines, world’s fair souvenirs, and miniature monuments acquired on the Grand Tour, to transfer ware and ruby-stained glass SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-01-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — As long as people have visited distant places, they have collected tokens of their travels—from shells,… Read the full news article
No Longer a Figment of Your Imagination: Four Seasons Brings Extraordinary Experiences to Life with Special Offers at Hotels and Resorts Around the World.
Value-add packages help turn dreams to reality this spring. 2013-01-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Where will imagination take you this year? Imagine zipping through Paris in the back of a plush Rolls Royce; riding elephants along the Mekong River; arriving by helicopter and strapping on custom-made skis atop pristine snow; swimming with manta rays and blacktip reef sharks;… Read the full news article
airberlin: More guests per flight in 2012
2013-01-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — In 2012, airberlin increased its capacity utilization rate by 1.6 percentage points over the previous year, to 79.80 percent, and was therefore able to welcome more guests on board per flight. Over the 2012 period, airberlin has reduced its capacity in a targeted manner by eliminating unprofitable routes and has optimized flight… Read the full news article
Frontier Airlines Announces Columbus – Princeton/Trenton Service
Nonstop fares starting at $29* each way until Jan. 23 only at FlyFrontier.com DENVER, 2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced it will return its low-fare service to Columbus Airport (CMH), with new nonstop service to Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), the gateway to New Jersey’s state capital, all of central New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania, including… Read the full news article
Just in time for the New Year, more ways to redeem Marriott Rewards® points
2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Rewards has expanded its award offerings through SkyMall Ventures, Inc. (SMV)with a huge variety of new experiences such as special event tickets, sporting events, concerts, amusement parks; and downloadable entertainment, including seven million music tracks, more than 250,000 ebooks and audio books, and thousands of television shows and recent movie releases. … Read the full news article
Four new routes out of Copenhagen
2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swedish airline Nordic Air Sweden is launching four routes out of Copenhagen at the end of February. The airline will primarily be operating a daily flight to Umeaa in northern Sweden, along with flights to destinations as different as Skopje, Amman and Beirut. On 28 February, Nordic Air Sweden will begin daily… Read the full news article
In line with asset-light strategy, Rezidor converts two leases in Sweden to franchise agreements
2013-01-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group today announced the conversion of two lease agreements, the Park Inn by Radisson Malmö and the Park Inn by Radisson Hammarby Sjöstad, in Sweden to franchise agreements. Combined, the two hotels comprise more than 400 rooms and will remain under the Park Inn by Radisson brand. Ligula Hospitality… Read the full news article