Air Canada has announced it will introduce a new International Premium Economy cabin for customers seeking enhanced comfort and service on international flights as it continues to modernize its widebody fleet with the addition of five new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Complementing its Economy and Executive First options on international flights, Air Canada’s new Premium Economy …
Orient-Express Hotels, owner, part owner or manager of 46 luxury hotel, restaurant, tourist train and river cruise properties in 22 countries, has announced the appointment of Ralph Aruzza as Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, effective February 26, 2013. Based in London, Aruzza will be responsible for strategic marketing, global sales and corporate communications departments. “I …
The New York Palace, a luxury midtown hotel, has commenced the first phase of a $120 million redesign with a $25 million makeover of its Towers accommodations. The New York Palace has employed two design firms to assist in this renovation: San Francisco-based design firm BAMO; who will redesign The Towers’ 176 guest rooms and …
The Tourist Office of Spain in Chicago has released a brand-new digital publication, Meet in Spain Magazine. It is available to tourism professionals and consumers free of charge. The magazine can be accessed at www.meetinspainmagazine.com at any time, without special subscription. Although it primarily targets meeting planners, specialized media, MICE companies, and tourism marketing …
St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands will host the seventh episode of ABC’s The Bachelor scheduled to air Monday, February 11, 2013. The episode features a special “group date” and three “one-on-one dates” on this alluring Caribbean isle, with the historic resort The Buccaneer as backdrop. Bachelor Sean Lowe will continue his quest for love with …
Stephanie Torr, with nearly 30 years of professional experience in tourism, publishing and brand marketing, has been named Corporate Director of Tourism for The Mills. The Mills are located in major metropolitan markets, with some of the more notable properties being the Arundel Mills in Baltimore, Gurnee Mills in Chicago, Grapevine Mills in Dallas and …
