TRAVELCLICK HOSTS COMPLIMENTARY WEBINAR ON Q2 HOTEL INDUSTRY TRENDS NEW YORK, 2012-08-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — TravelClick, the leading provider of revenue generating solutions for hoteliers, will present three free webinars on August 28th and 29th to review second quarter hotel performance results and trends. Findings will be presented by John Hach, Senior Vice President, Global Product Management,… Read the full news article
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Qatar Airways Announces New Service Between Chicago O’Hare and Doha
CHICAGO, 2012-08-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways today announced it will launch daily nonstop passenger service between Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Doha, capital of the State of Qatar on April 10, 2013. Qatar’s service is a brand new destination in theMiddle East for O’Hare travelers. The carrier, which already operates twice-weekly cargo flights to Chicago O’Hare, will use long-haul Boeing 777-300 Extended… Read the full news article
Cathay Pacific advises passengers to check latest flight information (Wednesday, 15 August)
2012-08-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today (Wednesday, 15 August) announced that based on the latest weather forecast for Hong Kong International Airport, the airline plans to operate its flights as scheduled on 15 and 16 August, however its flights may be subject to disruption as early as Thursday night caused by the adverse weather… Read the full news article
Hilton Worldwide First Out Of the Blocks To Support New UK Sports Tourism Legacy and Youth Development
Strong Summer Performance Boosted Further by Opening of New Hotels at St George’s Park LONDON, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Amidst a successful summer for British sport and tourism, and following speeches from Secretary of State Jeremy Hunt and IOC President Jacques Rogge in support of British hospitality, Hilton Worldwide is stating its intention to support a long… Read the full news article
ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS’ SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS WIN PROJECT ICARUS GOLD MEDAL FROM GLOBAL BUSINESS TRAVEL ASSOCIATION FOUNDATION
World’s Largest Car Rental Company Honored at GBTA Annual Convention ST. LOUIS, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Holdings, owner and operator of the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands, announced today that the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Foundation has honored the company with its Project ICARUS sustainability Gold Medal. InterContinental Hotels Group and Symantec also received Gold Medals at GBTA’s annual convention in Boston. The… Read the full news article
Marriott International to Open First Hotel in Ukraine
Robust Growth Across Eastern Europe Continues wtih Addition of Histroic Hotel to Renaissance Hotels Growing Global Portfolio London, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mrriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) announced that it will open its first hotel in Ukraine, the 173-room Renaissance Kiev Hotel, under a management agreement with Subsidiary Enterprise Grand Plaza. The hotel is expected to open in mid-2013… Read the full news article
Fly Frontier Between Denver and Minot Beginning Nov. 5
Nonstop fares starting at $79* each way available until Saturday only at FrontierAirlines.com DENVER, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Frontier Airlines today announced new nonstop service between its Denver, Colo. (DEN), hub and Minot, N.D. (MOT), with four weekly nonstop flights beginning on Nov. 5, 2012. To celebrate the new service, Frontier is offering fares as low as… Read the full news article
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR RECEIVES FIT SUSTAINABILITY AWARD
AkzoNobel honors Enterprise for outstanding commitment to corporate sustainability at awards banquet in San Antonio ST. LOUIS – 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Enterprise Rent-A-Car has received the 2012 FIT Sustainability Award from AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas. The award was created in 2009 to honor the contributions of key corporate leaders within the collision repair industry for… Read the full news article
Hilton Worldwide Opens Its First Dual Brand Property in The UK
Hilton and Hampton by Hilton hotels open in partnership with The FA at St George’s Park BURTON UPON TRENT, UK and MCLEAN, Va. 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide is today celebrating the opening of its first dual branded property in the U.K., the Hilton and Hampton by Hilton at St. George’s Park, The Football Association’s… Read the full news article
New Sri Lanka Flights From Gatwick
2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — British Airways is launching a new route to Sri Lanka from Gatwick next year. The three-times-a-week service to the capital city Colombo will start on March 31 and will be operated by a Boeing 777 with three cabins including Club World with fully flat beds. Flights go on sale tomorrow (August 16)… Read the full news article
Business Events in Bath worth £24.4m to the city
Bath celebrates Business Tourism success with re-launch of Conference website: www.bathconference.co.uk 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — A report commissioned by Bath Tourism Plus (BTP) on Bath’s conference and events market has revealed that in 2011 there were an estimated 3750 business events held in Bath bringing in £24.4m to the city – up 15% compared to 2009…. Read the full news article
Frontier Airlines Announces Earlier Return to Fargo
Nonstop service now beginning Nov. 9 Fares starting at $99* each way available until Saturday only at FrontierAirlines.com DENVER, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — In response to the overwhelming community support for the return of Frontier’s nonstop service between Fargo, N.D. (FAR) and Denver, Colo. (DEN), the Denver-based airline will be starting service a week earlier than originally… Read the full news article
Moroccan Indulgence at the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
A Spa journey perfect for brides, couples and those who want to indulge Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza now offers brides and Spa enthusiasts an exciting new experience to discover phenomenal Moroccan Indulgence at its Spa and Wellness Center. The Moroccan Spa journey begins in the private… Read the full news article
Industry update: what’s hot in world of meetings, conventions and incentive travel
Events in Scotland, Canada and the US maintained Canada’s strong presence in the hectic MC&IT sector. 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The meetings, conventions and incentive travel (MC&IT) sector really heats up for the summer season. Barely a week goes past without a major show at home and abroad. The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)’s MC&IT team is constantly on… Read the full news article
RYANAIR’S PORTUGAL FLIGHTS WILL NOT BE DISRUPTED BY INDUSTRIAL ACTION
2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (15 Aug) said it will not allow its flights or passengers to be blackmailed by Portway handling workers who have announced their intention to take industrial action at Faro and Porto airports (on 15, 17 and 31 Aug) and called on INAC to take urgent… Read the full news article
Savour A Bite of Vitality at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita
New Spa cuisine offers vitamin-fuelled, low calorie and energy rich dishes to complement guests’ Spa and wellness experience Mauritius, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Helping guests nourish their bodies from the inside out,Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has introduced A Bite of Vitality- a new menu of healthy Spa cuisine that can be enjoyed in the tranquil surroundings… Read the full news article
Las Vegas takes gold as holiday destination for athletes
2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — It seems that British athletes will be going from the podium to the party, as Las Vegas is the number one destination for athletes following the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Official airline partner British Airways asked a number of Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes about their holiday plans post September…. Read the full news article
Travelport Appoints New General Manager for Southern Africa
Well known travel industry executive, Robyn Christie, to lead Travelport Southern Africa Johannesburg, 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announced the appointment of seasoned industry professional, Robyn Christie, as its new General Manager for Southern Africa. Based at Travelport’s offices in Johannesburg, Christie will have overall responsibility for… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Lanai, The Lodge at Koele Recognized by Travel Weekly Among World’s Superior Deluxe Hotels
Celebrate the award with Third Night Free fall getaway to Hawaii Hawaii, Lana’i, Lodge at Koele, U.S.A. – 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Lanai, The Lodge at Koele has been recognized by Travel Weekly for the annual 2012 Superior Deluxe Hotels awards. The accolade is Travel Weekly’s highest and most coveted hotel classification and represents the world’s finest hotels. The award was… Read the full news article
Taking Action to Help Prevent Balcony Incidents in Popular Overseas Resorts
2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — There have been 13 incidents of young people falling from balconies so far this year. Three of these cases resulted in death while others have been seriously injured. The Foreign & Commonwealth Office and ABTA – The Travel Association, have joined forces on a campaign to help prevent balcony incidents among young… Read the full news article
For One Night Only, Award-Winning Mina Group Chef David Varley Partners with Chef Nicholas Owen Behind the Applewood Grill in One-Ninety at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Succulent cuts of steak and fish fillet highlight grill specialties menu on September 1, 2012 Singapore – 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Having worked together before with Senior Sous Chef Nicholas Owen at BOURBON STEAK at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC – an acclaimed restaurant helmed by Michael Mina, a Michelin one-star award winner, James Beard award winner, restaurateur and… Read the full news article
Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort Delivers Relaxing Family-Friendly Spa Vacation
Guests Can Explore Cabo Kids Oasis, Where Adults and Kids Can Spa Together LOS CABOS, Mexico 2012-08-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Families looking for a pampering, relaxing spa holiday need to look no further than the, AAA Four Diamond award-winning Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort. With its perpetual sunshine, stunning beaches and azure waters, Los Cabos,… Read the full news article
Airtran Airways Launches Fare Sale to Destinations Nationwide
Airline Offers Sale Fares as Low as $59 One-Way DALLAS – 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — AirTran Airways, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV), today announced a fare sale offering Customers air fares starting as low as $59 one-way to destinations nationwide (see Fare Rules below). These low fares are available today through Aug. 24, 2012,… Read the full news article
The Rejuvenation NuFACE Facial at the Spa at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole
Quick and effective results make this treatment perfect for brides or those preparing for a special occasion. Jackson Hole, U.S.A. 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole is now offering Pilates, but this work out is not for the body – it’s for the face. With the combination of Epicuren concentrated peptide serum and NuFACE micro-current… Read the full news article
RCI® Adds More Than 70 Affiliated Properties to Exchange Network in First Half of 2012
Parsippany, N.J. – 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, announced the addition of 76 affiliated properties to its global exchange network in the first six months of 2012, including more than 30 properties added in the second quarter. “We have had a strong first half of the year, adding many great new… Read the full news article
Southwest Airlines Launches Nationwide Fare Sale
Airline Reduces Travel Fares as Low as $59 One-Way DALLAS – 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ —Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is lowering fall fares! The airline announced today a fare sale offering Customers air fares starting as low as $59 one-way to select destinations nationwide (see fare rules below). These low fares are available for purchase only at… Read the full news article
Allium at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago Serves Up All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken This September
Executive Chef Kevin Hickey shares a Southern and Midwest inspired menu in celebration of National Chicken Month. Chicago, U.S.A. 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken returns this September toFour Seasons Hotel Chicago in the new Allium restaurant. Executive Chef Kevin Hickey brings back the popular lunch and dinner all-you-can-eat fried chicken menu to Allium on Thursdays in celebration of National Chicken… Read the full news article
Chicago O’Hare Welcomes 2012 Olympians Back to the U.S.
CHICAGO, 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Patriotic spirit was flying high earlier today at O’Hare International Airport as the Chicago Department of Aviation and its airport partners welcomed about 45 members of Team U.S.A. arriving from London following the 2012 Summer Olympic Games. The Olympians were greeted with plenty of fanfare at Chicago O’Hare including a water cannon salute by the Chicago Fire Department as their… Read the full news article
Spirit Airlines Reports July 2012 Traffic
Miramar, Florida, 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today reported its preliminary traffic results for July 2012 and year-to-date 2012. Traffic (revenue passenger miles) in July 2012 increased 16.7 percent versus July 2011 on a capacity (available seat miles) increase of 18.8 percent. Load factor for July 2012 was 88.4 percent, a decrease of 1.6… Read the full news article
First Wyndham Garden Opens in South Carolina
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2012-08-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with over 7,170 hotels, today announced the expansion of the upscale Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts brand in South Carolina with the addition of the first Wyndham Garden hotel in the state, the 117-room Inn at USC Wyndham Garden Columbia. Located on the University of South Carolina’s… Read the full news article