Miramar, Florida, 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today reported its preliminary traffic results for November 2012 and year-to-date 2012. Traffic (revenue passenger miles) in November 2012 increased 28.1 percent versus November 2011 on a capacity (available seat miles) increase of 30.9 percent. Load factor for November 2012 was 83.9 percent, a decrease of… Read the full news article
LUV Airline Teams with Dr Pepper to Offer Chance at $1,000 southwestgiftcard® Each Day for 12 Days! DALLAS – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s 12/12/12, and the partridge has flown from its pear tree—but in its nest are 12 southwestgiftcards®, each worth $1,000. The 12 Days of LUV have returned for yet another festive year, and this… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In its ruling issued on December 10, 2012, the French Supreme Court (Conseil d’Etat) sharply reduced the entitlement to a refund of the “précompte” distribution tax paid by Accor in respect of 1999, 2000 and 2001. As a result, the Group will have to repay €149.7 million it received in 2007, along with the… Read the full news article
San Mateo, Calif., 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Replicon, the global leader in cloud-based time tracking software is introducing a unified cloud-based travel, time and expense tracking offering through a partnership with Concur (NASDAQ: CNQR), the leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions. The Replicon Concur Connect offering gives companies a seamless way to benefit from the unique time-saving… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — W Retreat & Spa Maldives has been named the Best Worldwide Resort Hotel at The Sunday Times Travel Magazine Readers’ Awards 2012 – held in London, 3 December 2012. W Maldives – a private island and luxury playground in a wonderland of white sand beaches, turquoise lagoons and breath-taking reefs. W Retreat… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — After a rebranding and refurbishment initiative announced late last year by the Rendezvous Hospitality Group (RHG) to unite its Rendezvous Hotels and The Marque Hotel portfolio into one Rendezvous brand, the Marque Hotel Sydney has been renamed. The Marque Hotel Sydney is now Rendezvous Studio Hotel Sydney Central and joins Auckland, Adelaide,… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The latest addition to Liberty Wharf, brand new premium fish and chip restaurant and takeaway Seafish Café aims to reel in fish fans with tasty recipes using the freshest local and sustainable fish. Takeaways are raising the bar to tempt the tastebuds of today’s discerning diners, and Seafish Café is doing exactly… Read the full news article
Vancouver, BC, 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — ‘Tis the season to replace resolutions with reservations! With Tourism Vancouver’s annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival just one month away, now is the perfect time for local and out-of-town foodies to visit the new Dine Out website and book event tickets as well as hotel rooms and packages – essential ingredients for a full-blown culinary… Read the full news article
London, 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — VIA Rail Canada and Robert Q’s Airbus announced today the launch of a new partnership which will create 8 daily options between Sarnia, London and Toronto from Monday to Friday, and five on Saturdays and Sundays. This partnership will make regional transportation for residents of Southwestern Ontario easier. Robert Q now… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia and Virgin Australia to double global marketing spend to $12m Key facts Tourism Australia and Virgin Australia are to double the value of their current marketing partnership in a bid to further support the growth of Australia’s inbound tourism market. Under the new arrangement, the two parties will increase their… Read the full news article
Czech – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Readership polls conducted by two of the Czech Republic’s popular consumer and travel trade papers have shown that Thailand ranks among the most popular destinations for Czech travellers this winter season. The daily tabloid newspaper Mladá fronta Dnes, in its 3-4 November, 2012, edition, reported that Thailand was one of… Read the full news article
KNOTT’S INVITES FAMILIES TO START THE YEAR TOGETHER! THIS NEW YEAR’S EVE BUENA PARK, Calif. – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Knott’s Berry Farm will have something for the entire family this New Year’s Eve with a variety of dance music, a family friendly comedian magician, Clueless Remix Featuring DJ Reesso and a trip back to the ‘70’s… Read the full news article
Hershey, Pa. – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ —In anticipation of the new year, The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue hosts a “Rock Around the Clock” celebration on Monday, December 31. Guests are invited to count down to the new year with different countries around the globe. At 11 a.m., celebrate midnight in the Philippines;… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP Group, the leading dedicated operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations, announces its audited financial results for the year ended 30 September 2012. Financial and operational highlights Strong financial performance benefitting from continued recovery in global travel markets: Sales of £1.74bn, +3.2% (on a constant currency basis) Like-for-like sales… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair Holdings plc following its December Board meeting this morning (13 Dec) in London Stansted announced the following changes to the Board of Europe’s largest low fares airline, and the world’s favourite international scheduled passenger airline. 1. Klaus Kirchberger who joined the Board of Ryanair in September 2002 has indicated his wish… Read the full news article
This month, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites travelers to trade the winter chills for thrills CHICAGO – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — This month, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites travelers to trade the winter chills for thrills with two packages that make bearing the cold weather more enjoyable. Whether driving into the city to embark… Read the full news article
Parsippany, N.J. – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — One Grand Prize winner will be eligible to receive a prize valued up to $3,000 USD; Daily Instant Win game winners will be eligible to receive a $25 USD VISA® Gift Card Like Wyndham Vacation Rentals®? If so, you could be eligible to win a $2,500 USD travel voucher for… Read the full news article
Consumers Planning More Road Trips in Rental Vehicles to Celebrate Holidays with Family and Friends ST. LOUIS, Mo. – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In anticipation of the AAA Christmas holiday travel announcement, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, North America’s largest rental car brand, reports today that advance reservations are currently up more than 25 percent over last year. This… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Group and the cruise operator A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH are launching a new “Meet & Cruise” concept for meetings and incentive trips. The programme makes it possible to book cruises on the Rhine, Main and Danube in combination with events at selected Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts and InterCityHotels. Since December… Read the full news article
Award-Winning Boutique Hotel Brand Expands in London and New Orleans; 14 hotels added to global portfolio in 2012 LONDON, 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hotel Indigo®, IHG’s upscale boutique brand, will pass the 50th property milestone with the opening of two hotels in London and New Orleans, two cities renowned for their rich history and culture, making them… Read the full news article
Heathrow Airport allows all Star Alliance Carriers to move under one roof Star Alliance commends today’s announcement by Heathrow Airport to designate Terminal 2 as the new home for its member carriers serving one of the world’s most important international airports. “We are delighted by today’s decision, which gives the green light for creating a… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The first stage of the Vaasa Airport renovation is ready. The renovated baggage facilities will be introduced on 13 December, just in time for the busy holiday season. Finavia launched the Vaasa Airport renovation project with the City of Vaasa and the Vaasa sub-region about three months ago. The goal is to… Read the full news article
DEAD SEA, Jordan – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Driven by its commitment to build on Hilton Worldwide’s legacy of operating responsibly and making a positive impact on its business and communities, King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”), is extending its sustainability agenda by launching a property-wide recycling program. This activity adds to… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings has announced that it plans to rebrand Spanish ATESA and French Citer SA as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which will take effect on 1 February. This decision follows the group acquiring both of the companies in February this year as part of its growth strategy in Europe to develop an extensive network… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — San Antonio offers football fans a multitude of holiday events and activities to fill their days and nights while in town for the 20th annual Valero Alamo Bowl featuring the Oregon Beavers and Texas Longhorns (December 29, 2011 at the Alamodome). Plan a few extra days before and after the Alamo Bowl to… Read the full news article
Indonesian President Yudhoyono Helps Open The Stones Hotel Legian, Bali Bali, 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The visit of the president of Indonesia to The Stones Hotel Legian, Bali, marks the official opening of this landmark property today. The opening of the hotel also marks the official launch of Autograph Collection into Asia. Autograph Collection is a lifestyle… Read the full news article
Corporate Housing Provider Announces Expanded Global Leadership LOS ANGELES – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in furnished and serviced apartments, is pleased to announce organizational changes designed to offer improved in-region expertise and deliver customized solutions that meet the needs of its customers in the rapidly evolving global business environment. The new… Read the full news article
31 ROUTES (4 NEW ROUTES) & 1.6m PAX P.A. AT RYANAIR’S 2nd POLISH BASE 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (12 Dec) announced it would open its 53rd base and 2nd in Poland at Krakow in April 2013 with two-based aircraft and unveiled 4 new routes (31 in total), to/from Dortmund,… Read the full news article
Oceanfront Resort also named to top 50 hotels in the world Hawaii, Hualalai, U.S.A. – 2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu was named the #1 hotel in Hawaii and #40 in the world, in Travel + Leisure’s “T+L 500 – The World’s Best Hotels.” The Resort, which scored an overall 93.75 out of 100, is Hawaii… Read the full news article
2012-12-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines has agreed to sell its 49% stake in Virgin Atlantic Ltd to Delta Air Lines. Under the agreement, Delta will pay US$360 million in cash for Singapore Airlines’ entire shareholding in the UK-based airline group. The agreement is subject to regulatory approvals being obtained in Europe and the United States…. Read the full news article