Burkhard Kieker, CEO of visitBerlin, remarks: "We look forward to welcoming two million visitors who will come to the city to celebrate the best football in Europe. Berlin will also be ready to present itself as a great host to 100 million television viewers around the world."

Berlin, the Sports Metropolis

From a casual kick-around to the Olympic Games: In Berlin, athletes have home field advantage. There are some two thousand clubs in the city with about 560,000 members. Berlin is home to top teams, but not just in football: Hertha BSC has made its way back to the Bundesliga first division football; the Eisbären Berlin are Germany's hockey champions; the BR Volleys are the top volleyballers in the country and Alba Berlin won Germany's basketball cup. In addition, the professional handballers Füchse Berlin and second-division 1.FC Union call Berlin their home.

Germany's capital, with its arenas and enthusiastic audience, has often been a stage for international sporting events. Each year, Berlin hosts events such as the ISTAF athletics competition, the Sechstagerennen track cycling event and the DFB Cup final. Organisers and athletes feel at home in the city on the river Spree, where sport has long been well-established.

Sport as an Economic Driver

The latest figures show that sport was responsible for €1 billion in revenues in 2011 and provides a living for 18,000 people in the city. Sport is also an image boost for the capital. Sporting events such as the BMW Berlin Marathon attract 40,000 runners to Berlin each year as well as more than a million visitors from 120 nations.

More information about sport in Berlin can be found at sport.visitBerlin.com; the study on sport as an economic driver can be found at press.visitBerlin.de (only in German).

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Under the terms of the contract, Accenture will develop a new Customer Experience Management (CEM) system, with implementation scheduled for the second half of 2014. Accenture was selected following an extensive review which included proposals from nearly 30 vendors.

Financial terms of the contract are confidential, but the award is one element of a multi-million-dollar investment programme by SIA to further enhance the experience of its customers.

The new system will help staff across different touch points to more quickly understand a customer's needs, creating opportunities to deliver the right service with greater efficiency. The system will also provide the foundation to enhance analytical capabilities in a later phase.

Training for all frontline staff has commenced under the CEM programme, with a focus on soft skills to create extraordinary moments in delighting customers.

'Service Excellence has always been a key pillar of Singapore Airlines' brand promise, enabling us to retain our position as the world's most awarded airline for many years,' said Senior Vice President Product & Services, Mr Tan Pee Teck.

'But we cannot take our leadership position for granted. IT is a critical enabler that helps us continue enhancing our customer service offerings. The new CEM system will be an important element to help our staff on the ground and in the air take customer service to the next level.'

Added Ms Teo Lay Lim, Accenture's Senior Managing Director, ASEAN and Singapore: 'Accenture is pleased to be appointed to work with Singapore Airlines to design and deliver a next-generation platform to help take customer experience to the next level. We look forward to assist in designing and delivering one of the most advanced and comprehensive CEM platforms in the industry today which aims to integrate all customer touch points.'

The award of the CEM system contract comes as the SIA Group is investing heavily in new products and services. The investment programme includes new in-flight cabin products that will be revealed in July, a new design concept for lounges around the world from later this year, ongoing fleet modernisation, and continued enhancements to food and beverage offerings.

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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Pegasus Airlines announced today that they have signed a code share agreement effective for sales May 27th and for travel June 3rd, 2013. Passengers will benefit from quick and easy transfers between Pegasus flights and KLM flights through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen airport and Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport.

The agreement enables KLM to market under KLM flight numbers flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen airport and Amsterdam, and flights between Izmir and Amsterdam, for connections to any of the 150 destinations on the KLM network.

Also an interline agreement has been concluded, allowing passengers to travel on a single KLM ticket between any airport served by Pegasus in Turkey and any airport served by KLM.

Mrs. Güliz Öztürk, Senior Vice President Commercial of Pegasus Airlines and Mr. Pieter Bootsma, Executive Vice President Marketing Revenue Management & Network for KLM, announced this agreement at a press conference held in Istanbul on May 22.

"As Turkey's leader low cost airline company flying to 71 destinations in 29 countries, we are very proud to start a partnership with KLM, one of the long-established airline companies. With this partnership, we will be able to share Pegasus experience with everyone who wants to visit Turkey by flying with KLM through Amsterdam with one ticket to more than 150 KLM destinations."
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"With this agreement KLM multiplies the options for its passengers to travel to and from anywhere in Turkey through the combined networks of KLM and Pegasus, benefitting from Schiphol as one of the best transfer airports in the world. It demonstrates KLM's commitment to its customers in Turkey, where KLM has been operating since 1929."
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Over KLM
De Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij is in 1919 opgericht en de oudste, nog onder haar oorspronkelijke naam opererende, luchtvaartmaatschappij ter wereld. In 2004 fuseerden Air France en KLM tot AIR FRANCE KLM. Zo ontstond een sterke Europese luchtvaartgroep, gebaseerd op twee krachtige merken en hubs, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol en Parijs Charles de Gaulle. Met behoud van eigen identiteit richt de groep zich op 3 kernactiviteiten: vervoer van passagiers, vracht en vliegtuigonderhoud.

In Nederland vormt KLM de kern van de KLM Groep waar ook KLM cityhopper en transavia.com deel van uitmaken. KLM bedient al haar bestemmingen met een moderne vloot en is met ruim 33.000 medewerkers wereldwijd actief. Een speler die voorop staat in de luchtvaartindustrie, met een betrouwbare operatie, die met bezieling en op een duurzame manier innoveert in klantgerichte producten.

KLM is lid van SkyTeam, de luchtvaartalliantie die een wereldwijd netwerk aanbiedt aan al haar klanten. Het netwerk van KLM verbindt alle belangrijke economische regio's in de wereld met Nederland en is daarmee een stimulans voor de economie.

Over SkyTeam
SkyTeam is een wereldwijde luchtvaartalliantie die de klanten van de aangesloten luchtvaartmaatschappijen een uitgebreid wereldwijd netwerk biedt met meer bestemmingen, meer frequenties en meer verbindingen. Passagiers kunnen bij alle SkyTeam Member airlines frequent flyer Miles sparen en besteden. De SkyTeam Member airlines bieden hun klanten meer dan 490 lounges wereldwijd.

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About Pegasus
Pegasus joined the airline sector with the launch of its charter flights in 1990 and has been owned by ESAS Holding since 2005. It is Turkey's leading low-cost carrier offering economically priced flights on short and medium-haul routes. Working to the brief that everyone has the right to fly, Pegasus offers its guests great value, on-time flights and the newest aircraft under the auspices of its low-cost model. Pegasus flies a scheduled service to 42 international destinations and 29 destinations within Turkey, taking its guests to 71 destinations in 29 countries. Continuously expanding, Pegasus was named 'the fastest growing airline' of Europe's 25 largest airlines in terms of seat capacity for both 2011 and 2012 by the Official Airline Guide (OAG). In 2012 Pegasus made the single largest-ever aircraft order in Turkish civil aviation history of approximately US$12 billion (list price) for 100 new Airbus aircraft, of which 25 are optional. On 26 April 2013, Pegasus Airlines listed 34.5% of its stock on the Istanbul Stock Exchange with a public offering and began trading with the code 'PGSUS' – becoming the first airline in Turkey to be listed on its stock exchange.

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Hawaii, Lana'i, Lodge at Koele, U.S.A. - - Four Seasons Resorts Lanai, in partnership with the Lanai community, HawaiiONTV.com and Jazz Alley TV, announces the third annual Lanai Ukulele Festival June 21-23, 2013. The highly anticipated three-day event will showcase complimentary performances by legendary performers including Grammy winner Richard Ho`opi`i, Tony Conjugacion, Na Hoku winner Sheldon Brown, CJ 'Boom' Helekahi, Paula Fuga, Walt Keale, Makana Lopez, the Romero 'Ohana, Hula Honeys, and Zenshin Daiko Taiko Drummers.

'The Ukulele Festival, combined with the recent enhancements and new guest experiences, allows for the perfect opportunity to discover Lanai and enjoy an incredible weekend of arts, culture and music,' says Tom Roelens, general manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai. 'We are privileged to be able to assist with bringing such legendary performers to the island for both the community and island visitors to enjoy.'

The schedule of events includes:

-The Lodge at Koele – Friday, June 21, 2013; 5:00-7:00 pm. Enjoy music under the stars with musical performances and a special appetizer menu at the Pineapple Fountain, followed by a special dinner at the Terrace.
-Coffee Works – Saturday, June 22, 2013; 9:00-11:00 am. Start the morning with a "Cup of Joe" at the Ukulele Java Jam with Benny Uyetake.
-Café 565 – Saturday, June 22, 2013; 11:00 am–1:00 pm. Enjoy live music in Lanai City during lunch with CJ 'Boom' Helekahi.
-Mimi's Place – Saturday, June 22, 2013; 11:30 am–12:30 pm. The ukulele jam session in Lanai City with Benny Uyetake.
-The Lodge at Koele – Saturday, June 22, 2013; 1:00-2:00 pm. – Enjoy a complimentary ukulele workshop with Benny Uyetake in the Great Hall.
-The Lodge at Koele - Saturday June 22, 2013; 4:00-8:00 pm. – The Great Hall will come alive with an afternoon of award winning ukulele music and artisan demonstrations. The line-up includes Richard Ho`opi`i, Tony Conjugacion, Paula Fuga, Sheldon Brown, Walt Keala, The Hula Honeys, Benny Uyetake, CJ 'Boom' Helekahi, Makana Lopez and the Zenshin Daiko Taiko Drummers. Additionally, Dr. Eli Mitchell will demonstrate Lua, the ancient art of the Hawaiian warrior, which until recently has not been publicly demonstrated. The Terrace will be offering a a special ukulele pre-fixe dinner menu.
-The Lodge at Koele – Sunday, June 23, 2013; 9:30-11:30 am. Rise and shine with a morning musical performance by renowned artists CJ 'Boom' Helekahi and Benny Uyetake. Enjoy an a la carte brunch special 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
-The Lodge at Koele – Sunday, June 23, 2013; 7:00-9:00 pm. The festival concludes with an unforgettable ukulele jam session with CJ 'Boom' Helekahi.

Four Seasons Resorts Lanai is offering a special accommodations package, with rates starting at USD 249.00 per night at The Lodge at Koele and USD 299.00 at Manele Bay. To make room reservations,call toll-free at 800 321 4666 and ask for the Lanai Ukulele Festival promotion. The package is valid for new bookings for travel June 21-23, 2013 and rates listed are per room, per night, based on single or double occupancy, and are subject to availability. Tax and service charge additional.

Four Seasons Resorts Lanai would like to thank the following sponsors for making the event possible: LanaiONTV.com; HawaiiONTV.com; Jazz Alley TV, Maui-Lanai Expeditions Ferry; Ocean Vodka; Kai Kanani; Noka Oi Grinds; Maui Time Weekly; Lana'i Western Adventures; Maui Brewing Co.; Café 565; Coffee Works; Lāna'i 'Ohana Poki Market; Lanai Heritage & Cultural Center; Lanai Pine Sporting Clays & Archery Range; Trilogy; Koni FM 104; Lanai Plantation Store; Dollar Rent-a-Car; 808 Hummer; ABB Executive Rentals LLC; Dreams Come True B&B; KIKU TV; Manoa Radio; MauiFEST Hawaii; LanaiONTV.com; Hale Moe Accommodations; and RB Steak House.

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"Randy has brought a renewed energy to the People of Technology and has made a positive and lasting difference in advancing Technology's work agenda, and establishing a new operating model for us," said Jeff Lamb, Southwest's Executive Vice President and Chief People & Administrative Officer. "Randy is a key reason we are making such great progress toward our long-range Company goals."

As previously announced, Southwest's New Chief Technology Officer Craig Maccubbin recently join the Company.

Other Leadership changes in Southwest's Technology Department will support the Company's delivery of a stable and growing framework of enterprise technology necessary to integrate wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways, including connected itineraries, international capabilities, and multi-fleet support among various sub-types of the Boeing 737.

The Leadership of the Chief Information Officer's Team will support the work of hundreds of Employees focused on delivering the systems and technology to support Southwest's Legendary Customer Service.

ABOUT SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO.

In its 42nd year of service, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered by nearly 46,000 Employees to more than 100 million Customers annually. Southwest is the nation's largest carrier in terms of originating domestic passengers boarded, and including wholly-owned subsidiary, AirTran Airways, operates the largest fleet of Boeing aircraft in the world to serve 97 destinations in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and six near-international countries. Southwest is one of the most honored airlines in the world, known for its triple bottom line approach that takes into account the carrier's performance and productivity, the importance of its People and the communities it serves, and its commitment to efficiency and the planet. The 2011 Southwest Airlines One Report™ can be found at southwest.com/citizenship.

Southwest Airlines

From its first flights on June 18, 1971, Southwest Airlines launched an era of unprecedented affordability in air travel quantified by the U.S. Department of Transportation as "The Southwest Effect," a lowering of fares and increase in passenger traffic wherever the carrier serves. On every flight, Southwest offers Customers the first two pieces of checked luggage (weight and size limitations apply) and all ticket changes without additional fees. Southwest's all Boeing fleet consistently offers leather seating and the comfort of full-size cabins, many of which are equipped with satellite-based WiFi connectivity and a new, sustainable cabin interior. With 40 consecutive years of profitability, the People of Southwest operate nearly 3,400 flights a day and serve communities around 84 airports in Southwest's network of domestic destinations. Southwest Airlines' frequent flights and low fares are available only at southwest.com.

AirTran Airways
AirTran Airways, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co., offers coast-to-coast and near-international service with close to 600 flights a day to 49 destinations. The carrier's high-quality product includes assigned seating and Business Class. As Southwest continues to integrate AirTran's People, places, and planes into Southwest Airlines, Customers of both carriers may book flights at airtran.com and exchange earned loyalty points between both AirTran's A+ Rewards® and Southwest's Rapid Rewards® for reward travel on either airline.

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SOURCE Southwest Airlines

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MIAMI, – With more game-changing 'firsts at sea' being introduced on Royal Caribbean International's new Quantum class of ships, vacationers will be hard pressed to find another experience that delivers the 'WOWs' like Quantum of the Seas. The cruise line known for introducing incredible signature onboard offerings, such as the rock-climbing wall, ice-skating rink, FlowRider surf simulator, zip-lining and a park with more than 12,000 plants and trees, today unveiled Quantum of the Seas' first 18 Caribbean sailings, ranging from seven to twelve nights, with the official inaugural voyage set for November 23, 2014. Bookings will be available to Crown & Anchor Society loyalty program members beginning May 28, 2013 before opening to the general public on June 4.

Vacationers in the New York-metropolitan area and around the world can choose among seven- and eight-night Bahamas, eight- to 11-night Eastern Caribbean, and 11- and 12-night Southern Caribbean itinerariesaboard Quantum of the Seas. The groundbreaking new ship will sail roundtrip from Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, N.J. to the most popular Caribbean destinations through April 2015, and debut new unprecedented features, such as a skydiving experience; a thrilling adventure that transports guests more than 300 feet in the air on a breathtaking journey; cutting-edge transformative venues including the largest indoor sports and entertainment complex at sea with bumper cars, roller skating and more; and the cruise line's largest and most advanced staterooms ever. To see the reveal film which introduces Quantum of the Seas' innovative at-sea 'firsts,' please see http://tinyurl.com/pyhh6ff.

'Royal Caribbean is proud to partner with some of the Caribbean's premier destinations for the inaugural season of Quantum of the Seas,' said Adam Goldstein, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. 'The Quantum class of ships will combine a new set of truly exciting and first-at-sea innovations that can only be found on Royal Caribbean, with some of the most incredible destinations in the region. We can't wait to WOW vacationers with Quantum cruising.'

On the Bahamas cruises, guests call at Port Canaveral, Fla., Nassau and CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private tropical island paradise. The Eastern Caribbean cruises will include ports of call among San Juan, Puerto Rico; Samana, Dominican Republic; St. Thomas; St. Kitts; and St. Maarten. Guests on the Southern Caribbean cruises will call at San Juan, St. Maarten, Martinique, Barbados and St. Kitts. On most Caribbean sailings, Quantum of the Seas also will visit Labadee, Royal Caribbean's very own highly-rated private beach paradise on the north coast of Haiti.

Building on a legacy of more than 40 years of innovation and creative design, Royal Caribbean's Quantum class of ships will take a dramatic leap forward, introducing more game-changing 'firsts at sea,' such as RipCord by iFly (http://tinyurl.com/af3o2qf), the first skydiving experience at sea, which allows everyone from first-time flyers to seasoned skydivers to enjoy the sheer thrill and exhilaration of skydiving in a safe, controlled and simulated environment. North Star (http://tinyurl.com/bp22mwy), an engineering marvel, will take guests to new heights – literally – with a jewel-shaped, glass capsule, transporting them on a spectacular journey more than 300 feet above the ocean and over the sides of the ship to deliver awe-inspiring 360-degree views.

The new Quantum class also will introduce new cutting-edge, transformative venues, including Two70° (http://tinyurl.com/b99ob8n), a multi-level great room aptly named for its magnificent 270-degree panoramic sea views through three-deck high, floor-to-ceiling glass walls at the stern of the ship; SeaPlex (http://tinyurl.com/cwpmlvg), the largest indoor sports and entertainment complex at sea with bumper cars, roller skating and circus school with trapeze; and Music Hall (http://tinyurl.com/bdw3myd), a two-story performance hall, inspired by the spirit of rock and roll, and the hottest live music venue on Quantum class.

Quantum class also will offer Royal Caribbean's largest and most advanced staterooms ever, including the industry's first interior staterooms with Virtual Balconies, ensuring that every stateroom on Quantum of the Seas will have a view. For multi-generational families, Family-Connected staterooms deliver more flexibility, using three different stateroom categories that connect to form a special layout that provides separate bedrooms and bathrooms for all. Royal Caribbean also will introduce new Studio staterooms – some featuring balconies – for single travelers, three new Junior Suite categories, and larger Loft Suites. For an informative overview of Quantum of the Seas' new stateroom concepts, please see http://tinyurl.com/a2obdob.

Quantum class will debut in fall 2014 with Quantum of the Seas, followed by her sister-ship Anthem of the Seas in spring 2015. Quantum ships span 16 decks, encompass 167,800 gross registered tons, carry 4,180 guests at double occupancy and feature 2,090 staterooms. More information on Quantum of the Seas is available at RoyalCaribbean.com/Quantum.

Royal Caribbean International is an award-winning global cruise brand with a 40-year legacy of innovation and introducing industry firsts never-before-seen at sea. The cruise line features an expansive and unmatched array of features and amenities only found on Royal Caribbean including, jaw-dropping, Broadway-style entertainment and industry-acclaimed programming that appeals to families and adventurous vacationers alike. Owned by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE/OSE: RCL), the cruise line sails 21 of the world's most innovative cruise ships to the most popular destinations in the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska, South America, the Far East, and Australia and New Zealand. World renowned for its friendly and engaging Gold Anchor Service, delivered by every staff and crew member, Royal Caribbean has been voted 'Best Cruise Line Overall' for 10 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Reader's Choice Awards.Media can stay up-to-date by following @RoyalCaribPR on Twitter, and visiting RoyalCaribbeanInternationalPR.tumblr.com and RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com.

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Current cruise ticket pricing for the company has driven higher booking volumes however, at the same time, it has led to lower than anticipated net revenue yields which has resulted in reduced earnings guidance.

The company now expects full year 2013 net revenue yields to be down 2 to 3 percent compared to the previous flat yield guidance for the year. In addition, voyage cancellations beyond those incorporated in the company's previous earnings guidance, as well as increased selling and administrative costs, are expected to reduce earnings by approximately $0.10 per share.

Based on the above factors, as well as current fuel prices of $674 per metric ton and currency exchange rates of $1.30 to the Euro and $1.53 to the pound, the company now expects full year 2013 EPS to be in the range of $1.45 to $1.65 compared to its previous earnings guidance range of $1.80 to $2.10. The company continues to expect second quarter 2013 EPS to be in the range of $0.04 to $0.08 per share despite slightly lower yield expectations.

The company will announce second quarter results and more details of its 2013 full year guidance (updated for current spot prices for fuel and exchange rates) during its regularly scheduled earnings conference call to be held in late June 2013.

Carnival Corporation & plc is the largest cruise company in the world, with a portfolio of cruise brands in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia, comprised of Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Seabourn, AIDA Cruises, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Ibero Cruises, P&O Cruises (Australia) and P&O Cruises (UK).

Together, these brands operate 101 ships totaling 205,000 lower berths with eight new ships scheduled to be delivered between May 2013 and April 2016. Carnival Corporation & plc also operates Holland America Princess Alaska Tours, the leading tour company in Alaska and the Canadian Yukon. Traded on both the New York and London Stock Exchanges, Carnival Corporation & plc is the only group in the world to be included in both the S&P 500 and the FTSE 100 indices.

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"It's kind of like a magic carpet ride," says user Adrian Jones. "You have the feeling that you're gliding slightly above the road. It's an amazing perspective and it demystifies the route. You can really see what's ahead."

By selecting RoadPreview using the free myscenicdrives.com Road Trip Planner, or on one of the hundreds of pre-planned scenic drives on the site, users can take an exciting visual tour using satellite imagery.

"RoadPreview is a visualization tool that enhances the road trip experience," said Eric Theriault, CEO of myscenicdrives.com. "Start with a plan and test drive the route ahead of your trip. It's also an opportunity to armchair travel, exploring places you haven't yet seen."

Available today, May 22, 2013, RoadPreview brings even more value to myscenicdrives.com's already powerful trip-planning tools.

"People don't want to leave their road trips to chance," says Theriault. "Our recreational time is precious, so we want to enjoy the drive and limit bumps in the road. Seeing ahead to the destination with RoadPreview is a way to achieve this."

This new feature is just one of many making myscenicdrives.com the go-to site for creating personalized and detailed itineraries for day trips, weekend getaways or cross-country adventures. Users can edit, save and share trips with an easy-to-use desktop and mobile interface, and print or export travel directions to a wide variety of GPS devices. The site offers the ability to search and book accommodations, find campgrounds, purchase forest passes, locate EV charging stations, and much more.

About Us: myscenicdrives.com was created to help travelers easily find scenic drives and plan road trips using our free Scenic Drive Finder and Road Trip Planner. The scenic drives are designed to inspire and encourage travelers to get outdoors and enjoy nature, partake in recreational activities and explore places of historic and cultural interest. A different road trip awaits at http://www.myscenicdrives.com .

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Created through an association between Travelodge, National Geographic and The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Travelodge ZOOcation promotion runs through September 30, 2013 and is only available at Travelodge.com. Free children's tickets are awarded in the form of a voucher and are redeemable when combined with the purchase of an equal number of adult admissions at a participating AZA-accredited zoo.

'Travelodge wants to keep guests close to adventure and what better way to do that than to help them get out and visit their favorite zoo,' said Kevin McCabe, senior director of marketing for Travelodge. 'Plus, with 350 hotels throughout the U.S., average rates starting at less than $70 a night and free extras like breakfast and Wi-Fi, having a great adventure isn't dependent on traveling far or spending a lot of money.'

Among the zoos where families may redeem their vouchers are the San Diego Zoo in San Diego, Calif.; the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Columbus, Ohio and the Bronx Zoo in New York. A full list of participating zoos is available at www.aza.org/zoocation.

As an added bonus, guests who are members of Wyndham Rewards®, the free-to-join guest loyalty program of Travelodge hotels and parent company Wyndham Hotel Group, will earn valuable points during their stay. Points may be redeemed for a wide variety of reward options including free hotel stays, air travel, gift cards for leading retailers and restaurants and more. Information is available at www.wyndhamrewards.com.

To take advantage of this offer, visit www.travelodge.com or call 1-800-525-4055 and request special promotional rate code SFA. Vouchers will be mailed approximately two weeks after reservations are made and blackout dates for redemption may apply. The promotion is available for booking through September 30, 2013 or while supplies last. Vouchers are good through November 30, 2013. Full terms and conditions are available at www.travelodge.com.

About Travelodge
Part of Wyndham Hotel Group, the Travelodge® brand is a chain of more than 440 economy hotels located throughout the U.S. and Canada designed to keep guests close to adventure at an affordable price, no matter where their travels take them. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi and complimentary 'Bear Bites' continental breakfast. Many hotels also offer fitness centers, swimming pools and the opportunity to earn and redeem points through Wyndham Rewards®, the brand's guest loyalty program.

Each Travelodge hotel is independently owned and operated under franchise agreements with Travelodge Hotels Inc., a subsidiary of Wyndham Hotel Group and parent company Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN). Reservations and information are available by calling 1-800-525-4055 or by visiting www.travelodge.com.

Wyndham Hotel Group is the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,380 hotels and over 631,800 rooms in 66 countries under 15 hotel brands. Additional information is available at www.wyndhamworldwide.com. For more information about hotel franchising opportunities visit www.whgdevelopment.com.

About Wyndham Rewards
Wyndham Rewards, the free-to-join guest loyalty program of Wyndham Hotel Group, is the world's largest lodging loyalty program as measured by number of participating hotels and the only hotel loyalty program to offer members guaranteed rewards after just one stay.

With nearly 7,000 participating hotels throughout more than 50 countries, the program offers nearly seven million active members the opportunity to earn valuable points for their stays. Those points may be redeemed for hundreds of rewards options including free hotel stays, airline travel, gift cards for leading retailers and restaurants and more. Free stays start as low as 5,500 points, while other reward options start as low as 50 points. Members may also choose to earn airline or rail miles with over 20 leading carriers.

In addition to the above benefits, frequent travelers will appreciate the program's newly introduced Gold Status tier, which provides the program's most loyal members with an additional free night after every 20 qualified stays. For more information or to join, visit www.wyndhamrewards.com.

EDITORS: Photos and logos can be downloaded from the Wyndham Worldwide Media Center, available here. For more information about Wyndham Worldwide Corporation and its businesses, go to www.wyndhamworldwide.com.

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ATLANTA – The Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts brand today revealed the results of its first-ever Sleep Advantage® Survey, uncovering the sleeping habits of PGA TOUR golfers during tournament weeks. Leading up to the 2013 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial, the upscale hotel brand partnered with the PGA TOUR to survey 285 members of the golf community, from professional golfers including Rickie Fowler, Richard Lee, Charley Hoffman, Jonas Blixt and Brendan Steele, to caddies and PGA TOUR staffers.

The Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage Survey found that 94 percent of golfers, and more than a quarter of all survey participants, spend more than 60 nights a year in a hotel for business. On average, those surveyed get nearly seven hours of sleep per night during tournament weeks, with hotel amenities such as comfortable pillows (90 percent) and a room in a quiet area (79 percent) very important to ensure a good night's sleep.

'From comfortable bedding and designated quiet zones to aromatherapy kits, our Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage program is designed to help ensure guests have a successful and well-rested stay,' said Gina LaBarre, vice president, Americas Brand Management, Upscale Brands, IHG. 'As with any business traveler, your quality of sleep is an important driver of your job performance – on the golf course or in the meeting room.'

The Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage Survey also revealed that members of the golf community typically hit the pillow around 10:30 p.m. The assurance of a wake-up call, another guarantee from the Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage program, was a priority for 53 percent, with the average wake-up time being 6:06 a.m. on a tournament day.

Fowler, who is continuing his partnership with the Crowne Plaza brand for a second year, is no different from a typical business traveler when it comes to what he needs to get a good night's sleep before his tee time. 'For me, getting eight hours of sleep is one of my top priorities during a tournament,' said Fowler. 'I like knowing that I can depend on the Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage amenities, leaving me to concentrate on my game.'

IHG, the parent company of the Crowne Plaza brand, is the Official Hotel and Resort Partner of the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Web.com Tour. The 2013 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial will be held May 20-26 at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. An interactive welcome wall at the tournament will ask fans to share how many hours of sleep they get a night. The Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial is the longest running PGA TOUR tournament still being held at the original site. Visit www.crowneplaza.com/golf and www.crowneplaza.com/sleepadvantage for more information.

To view the infographic visit http://ihg.co/sleep.

About the Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage Survey
The findings in this study are based on an Internet and pencil and paper survey of 285 PGA TOUR members including professional golfers, caddies and tournament staffers conducted by Research+Data Insights. Interviews were conducted between April 12 and May 6, 2013.

About Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
Part of the IHG global portfolio, the Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts brand is a dynamic upscale hotel brand located in nearly 65 countries around the world in major urban centers, gateway cities and resort destinations. As the fourth largest upscale full-service hotel brand in the world and one of the fastest growing, the Crowne Plaza brand has a solid foundation for future growth. The portfolio has doubled since 2003 to nearly 400 hotels, and the global pipeline has increased fourfold to nearly 100 hotels. At Crowne Plaza hotels, we help our guests feel energized and productive, with 24-hour business services, wireless high speed Internet access in the lobby, and fitness and leisure facilities. Our Sleep Advantage® program ensures our guests get a great night's sleep to power through their day. For reservations at Crowne Plaza properties, visit www.crowneplaza.com or call 1-800-2CROWNE. Connect with us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/crowneplaza or Facebook: www.Facebook.com/crowneplaza.

Notes to Editors:

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global organization with nine hotel brands including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites®, Candlewood Suites®, EVEN™ Hotels and HUALUXE™ Hotels & Resorts. IHG also manages Priority Club® Rewards, the world's first and largest hotel loyalty program with over 73 million members worldwide. The program will be renamed and relaunched as IHG Rewards Club in July 2013, offering enhanced benefits for members.

IHG franchises, leases, manages or owns over 4,600 hotels and more than 674,000 guest rooms in nearly 100 countries and territories. With more than 1,000 hotels in its development pipeline, IHG expects to recruit around 90,000 people into additional roles across its estate over the next few years.

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated in Great Britain and registered in England and Wales.

Visit www.ihg.com for hotel information and reservations and www.priorityclub.com for more on Priority Club Rewards. For our latest news, visit www.ihg.com/media,www.twitter.com/ihg, www.facebook.com/ihg or www.youtube.com/ihgplc.

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Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt,- -Lead by Spa Director Ori Evapudan, the Spa at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh introduces healthy food alternatives in new Spa Speed Lunches.

Spa Speed Lunches are a wellness lunch menu that consists of a collection of healthy and speedy light choices. Guests can unwind in the Spa lap pool, choosing from a set menu of four varied healthy and balanced dishes along with a refreshing drink, all served within 15 minutes.

"Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is important for overall health. For those in need of rest after an energetic workout, Four Seasons invites guests to indulge the senses with this new Spa experience that focuses on relaxing and maintaining a healthy diet by putting specific needs first," says Evapudan.

From avocado rucula summer rolls, mille feuille salmon and grilled scallops to fresh fruit mint hibiscus gelee and homemade mango granola, this exclusive Speed Lunch experience extends beyond the realm of fitness to include use of the lap pool and Spa facilities.

The Spa offers twelve treatment rooms and a relaxation area surrounded by dry sauna, steam and outdoor Spa lap pool with a special view of Tiran Island.

The Spa also offers a dedicated Couple's Suite for an exquisitely Egyptian experience featuring three new signature Ultra Pampering treatments: The Egyptian Masterpiece, The Bedouin Ceremony and The Sacred Oil of a Thousand Lilies. Guests can experience this rare and magical treat with all natural ingredients and fall under its exotic spell.

To refresh the body and spirit at the Spa with this new healthy Speed Lunch available daily from 12:00 to 5:00 pm, contact the Spa at +2 069 3603555 or Spa.sha@fourseasons.com

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Star Alliance has expanded its mobile device offer by introducing the customised Navigator app for the iPad. The new app complements the existing iPhone app and is a continuation of the Alliance's strategy of providing easy mobile access to its products and services.

The hallmark of the new tool is an interactive 3D globe which visually depicts the 27 airline network of more than 21,900 daily flights covering 1,329 world-wide destinations.

New to any Star Alliance web or mobile offer is the 'My Trip' feature which enables customers to store and monitor their Alliance flight itineraries and is only available on the Navigator iPad app.

Using the app, customers can also access to a variety of Alliance travel services such as Flight Search - covering flight schedules for all Star Alliance member airlines, Flight Status – tracking any Star Alliance member airline flight and Lounge Finder – providing details of the more than 1,000 lounges offered by Star Alliance and its member airlines. Airport Information, including weather, city guides, lounge locations and details of the member airlines serving the selected destination is also available.

With Frequent Flyer Benefits representing one of the primary Alliance customer benefits, a dedicated section detailing these along with information on the Star Alliance Gold and Silver privileges is also featured. This section is complemented by videos, images and texts on customer advocates who represent each of the Alliance's customer benefits, detailing their real life travel experiences, lives and journeys.

The information on the Alliance app is rounded off by a section providing details and facts on the individual member airlines, including booking contact numbers, images and videos.

The app can now be downloaded via www.staralliance.com or directly from the App store.

About Star Alliance:
The Star Alliance network was established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance to offer worldwide reach, recognition and seamless service to the international traveller. Its acceptance by the market has been recognised by numerous awards, including the Air Transport World Market Leadership Award and Best Airline Alliance by both Business Traveller Magazine and Skytrax. The member airlines are: Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian, Avianca, TACA Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, SWISS, TAM Airlines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, THAI, United and US Airways. EVA Air has been announced as future member. Overall, the Star Alliance network offers more than 21,900 daily flights to 1,329 airports in 194 countries.

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easyJet, the UK's largest airline, has today launched its first ever services from London Gatwick to Bergen, Norway. Fares to the Norway's second largest city, also known as the 'Gateway to the Fjords,' start from £31.99* one way including taxes.

Norway is the 33rd country easyJet flies to with the airline expecting to carry more than 100,000 passengers between Norway and the UK annually.

Paul Simmons, easyJet's UK Director, said:

"We're absolutely thrilled to be landing in Norway today for the very first time. Bergen is a fantastic city offering something for everyone with its beautiful mountain scenery and coastal setting coupled with a vibrant music and arts scene and a city steeped in history. With the addition of this new route easyJet plans to fly more than half a million passengers each year between the UK and Scandinavia."

Mayor of Bergen Mrs Trude Drevland welcomed the announcement:

"We are very pleased that easyJet is starting up Bergen - London. Bergen is well known as the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway and we are looking forward to welcoming thousands of tourists to our beautiful region."

Airport Manager of Bergen Airport Mrs Adelheid Nes, added:

"We are very happy with the fact that easyJet has chosen Bergen Airport as their first airport in Norway. easyJet has a strong position in Europe and will bring in thousands of tourists to Bergen. This is of great importance for our city and our region."

easyJet flies between London Gatwick and Bergen daily. The addition of the airline's new flights to Bergen in conjunction with existing flights to Copenhagen will mean that easyJet flies to two Scandinavian cities from four destinations in the UK – London Gatwick, Bristol, Edinburgh and Manchester. Travellers can also book their flights, accommodation and transfers at www.easyjetholidays.com

For further information please contact the easyJet Press Office on 01582 525252 or log onto www.easyJet.com

Notes to Editors
*Price per person based on two people flying on the same booking.

About easyJet:

easyJet operates Europe's No. 1 air transport network with a leading presence on Europe's top 100 routes and at Europe's 50 largest airports.

easyJet flies over 200 aircraft on more than 600 routes between over 130 airports in 30 countries. More than 300 million Europeans live within one hour's drive of an easyJet airport, more than any other airline.

The airline takes sustainability seriously. easyJet invests in the latest technology, operates efficiently and fills most of its seats which means that an easyJet passenger's carbon footprint is 22% less than a passenger on a traditional airline, flying the same aircraft on the same route.

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - Girls and guys can gather their favorite friends and family and escape to two resorts in Puerto Rico for a girls' or guys' only getaway. Now through Dec. 22, 2013, El Conquistador Resort & Las Casitas Village, A Waldorf Astoria Resort and El San Juan Resort & Casino are offering a Girls' and Guys' Getaway package for friends to reconnect and spend quality time together.

With rates starting at $209 per night at El Conquistador Resort and $274 per night at Las Casitas Village, the Girls' and Guys' Getaway package includes a $75 resort credit per stay, 20 percent discount at Waldorf Astoria Spa, 20 percent discount at the Arthur Hills designed golf course, and 10 percent discount on dining at Strip House - the resorts' signature restaurant. Friends can get away in perfect company while experiencing exceptional dining, water sports activities, luxurious spa treatments and unparalleled amenities. For reservations, visit www.elconresort.com/Packages or call +1 787 863 1000 and mention "Girls' and Guys' Getaway."

For years, El San Juan Resort & Casino has reigned supreme as one of the foremost entertainment venues on the island, giving friends a chic and exhilarating beach destination to kick off their vacation. With rates starting at $189 per night, friends can enjoy breakfast buffet for two, a $25 casino match bet coupon for two, admission to Brava Club (open Thu-Sat), 20 percent discount at Brother Jimmy's BBQ and Aquaire restaurants, 15 percent discount at La Piccola Fontana and Galeria Trattoria restaurants, and 20 percent off at Edouard de Paris Salon and Spa. For reservations, visit www.elsanjuanresort.com/Specials-Packages/Girl-s-and-Guy-s-Getaway or call 1-787-791-1000 and mention "Girls' and Guys' Getaway."

*Terms & Conditions: Package is subject to availability. Rates are starting rates only, based on double occupancy and subject to availability. A minimum 3 night stay is required for stays at El Conquistador Resort & Las Casitas Village, A Waldorf Astoria Resort. A minimum 2 night stay is required at El San Juan Resort & Casino. Other restrictions may apply. For full terms & conditions, please visit the property websites listed above.

About El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Located on the eastern tip of Puerto Rico near the fishing village of Las Croabas, and dramatically set along the length of a 300-foot bluff, the El Conquistador Resort spreads across 500 acres and overlooks the converging waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The resort destination offers 750 guestrooms and suites, boasts the Coquí Water Park; private Palomino Island, which offers an array of water sports and other recreational activities along white sand beaches; a Waldorf Astoria Spa; an Arthur Hills 18-hole golf course; Tour Desk offering excursions to San Juan and the famous bioluminescent bay; as well as numerous dining options including an outpost of New York's famed steak restaurant, Strip House.

About Las Casitas Village, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Las Casitas Village is an intimate resort that shares the grounds of El Conquistador Resort, offering luxury one-, two-, and three-bedroom style villas with full kitchen facilities, three private pools including the magnificent infinity edge pool, tropical spa services and personalized 24-hour butler service for guests and families seeking a higher level of privacy and pampering. Las Casitas Village provides the perfect match to Coquí Water Park as a family destination. Las Casitas guests have access to all El Conquistador Resort amenities.

About El San Juan Resort & Casino
Dramatically set on one of Puerto Rico's most picturesque beaches, El San Juan Resort & Casino has long been recognized as one of the leading hotels and casinos of the Caribbean. The resort boasts 386 rooms and suites, a lively lobby ambiance with three sophisticated bars, and Encanto Beach Club - an alluring pool and beachside experience. The hotel features impressive amenities including an extensive selection of dining and entertainment venues, a 16,500-square-foot casino and 35,000 square feet of versatile meeting and event space.

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About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

One of the most recognized names in the industry, Hilton Hotels & Resorts stands as the stylish, forward thinking global leader in hospitality. From inaugural balls and Hollywood award galas to business events and days to remember, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions and gets away from it all. The flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide continues to build upon its legacy of innovation by developing products and services to meet the needs of tomorrow's savvy global travelers while more than 144,000 Team Members shape experiences in which every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. Today, the Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio includes more than 550 hotels in 79 countries and the brand remains synonymous with "hotel." Access the latest Hilton news at news.hilton.com or begin your journey at www.hilton.com. Social media users can engage with Hilton at www.twitter.com/hiltonhotels, www.facebook.com/hilton and www.youtube.com/hilton. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's ten market-leading brands.

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Staybridge Suites Hira Street will be located in central Jeddah just 7km from Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport. It will be developed on a 14,700sqm plot and will form part of Dyafah Al Mutahida LLC's mixed-used development including retail outlets, healthcare facilities and a multi-purpose hall.

Mohammed BaGabas, Dyafah Al Mutahida LLC added: 'With the major expansion to Jeddah's airport and the boom in real estate construction, Jeddah is becoming an increasingly important commercial hub. Our mixed-use development, within easy access to the city and airport, will provide guests with the convenience of retail outlets and other facilities on their doorstep. With Staybridge Suites, we know we will be delivering a home-from-home environment and high quality service to the discerning business travellers attracted to Jeddah.'

The property's suites will feature modern, spacious interiors designed to create a homely residential environment and meet the needs of extended-stay guests: perfect for business travellers and families seeking a home-from-home experience during their holiday. Suites will feature fully-equipped kitchens, separate working areas, entertainment and communication facilities including free WiFi.

The agreement to develop a Staybridge Suites in Jeddah forms a key part of IHG's strategy to expand all its brands in the city, which the hotel group has identified a primary focus area in the Middle East. Staybridge Suites Hira Street will join three existing IHG properties in Jeddah: the 300-room InterContinental Jeddah, 323-room Crowne Plaza Jeddah, and 319-room Holiday Inn Al Salaam Jeddah.

Pascal Gauvin, IHG's Chief Operating Officer, for India, Middle East and Africa commented: 'We are seeing an increase in demand for a range of accommodation options in Saudi Arabia and Staybridge Suites is our latest response to that demand. It enables IHG to offer a home-from-home experience to suit the needs of business travellers staying for prolonged periods, but also for families and the many intra-regional leisure travellers that visit Jeddah. This new property is a perfect complement to our existing Jeddah properties and is an important part of our continued growth within Jeddah and Saudi Arabia.'

IHG is currently the largest international hotel company in Saudi Arabia, both by number of hotels (22) and by number of rooms (5,111). Introduced in 1998, Staybridge Suites is growing faster than any other upscale extended stay brand, having opened almost 200 hotels since its launch. IHG currently has eight hotels in its Saudi Arabia pipeline across four brands.
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Notes to Editors:

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global organisation with nine hotel brands including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites®, Candlewood Suites®, EVEN™ Hotels and HUALUXE™ Hotels & Resorts. IHG also manages Priority Club® Rewards, the world's first and largest hotel loyalty programme with over 73 million members worldwide. The programme will be renamed and relaunched as IHG Rewards Club in July 2013, offering enhanced benefits for members.

IHG franchises, leases, manages or owns over 4,600 hotels and more than 674,000 guest rooms in nearly 100 countries and territories. With more than 1,000 hotels in its development pipeline, IHG expects to recruit around 90,000 people into additional roles across its estate over the next few years.

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated in Great Britain and registered in England and Wales.

Visit www.ihg.com for hotel information and reservations and www.priorityclub.com for more on Priority Club Rewards. For our latest news, visit www.ihg.com/media,www.twitter.com/ihg, www.facebook.com/ihg or www.youtube.com/ihgplc.

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Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has expanded its leading Challenger family of business jets with the addition of the new Challenger 350 aircraft. The Challenger 350 jet was launched, with worldwide leader in private aviation NetJets® as the worldwide launch partner, at a special event at the European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland.

Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in 2014.

'The Challenger 350 jet will take our existing Challenger family to new heights,' said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. 'This aircraft further enhances our leading business aircraft portfolio and will provide our customers with redefined design standards. Passengers will experience new comfort levels as they relax in the completely new cabin, enjoy a purpose-built and intuitive cabin management system and increase their efficiency with superior performance, and all at best-in-class operating costs. There is simply no substitute for a Challenger jet.'

'Designed to meet the ever growing needs of our customers, this new aircraft reflects the feedback received from our existing Challenger customers. Based on our owners and operators' needs, we have taken the world's bestselling super midsize jet and further increased its capability to better meet the growing requirements of our ever expanding Challenger customer base worldwide,' added Mr. Ridolfi.

Jordan B. Hansell, NetJets Chairman and Chief-Executive-Officer, said: 'We are excited about the addition of our exclusive NetJets Signature Series Challenger 350 aircraft to our fleet and the tremendous value this aircraft will bring to our unmatched global capabilities and most importantly, to our customers. This super midsize aircraft will deliver an experience that meets both our customers' travel and comfort requirements. The inflight experience is exceptional and unlike any other. The aircraft has an exceptionally quiet cabin, allowing both serenity and conversation, soft, hand-crafted leathers, meticulously designed wood finishes, an in-flight entertainment system offering choices for every taste, and a single-service beverage maker, all designed specifically by NetJets.'

'The cabin's design was all in an effort to allow our customers to relax and enjoy their flight whether for work or family. This state-of-the-art jet's cabin, designed in partnership with Bombardier Aerospace, will provide our discerning customers the best flight experience, along with the safety and reliability they expect from the worldwide leader in private aviation,' added Mr. Hansell.

Performance and Efficiency

The Challenger 350 jet will offer increased performance from the new twin Honeywell HTF7350 engines, each producing 7,323 lbf (32.57 kN) of thrust and reduced emissions*, increased aerodynamic efficiency with its new canted winglets and will fly eight passengers 3,200 nm (5,926 km)*. The Challenger 350 jet boasts an impressive direct climb to 43,000 ft (13,106 m)*.

Comfort

With a flat floor and the widest cabin in its class, the Challenger 350 jet features an entirely new interior, that lets even more natural light into the cabin with larger windows, resulting in a jet that offers passengers state-of-the-art cabin comfort, technology and productivity. Featuring Lufthansa Technik's next generation nice HD cabin management system, the cabin includes a complete redesign of the way passengers control the cabin environment, complemented by contemporary seat design, a new modular galley and the industry's most advanced sideledge featuring an authentic metal trim, a first in business aviation cabin interior design.

Avionics

The Challenger 350 aircraft's cockpit will feature Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced. Features of the new avionics include, among others, synthetic vision, dual inertial reference systems, a completely paperless cockpit and Multiscan Weather Radar. The new avionics will provide pilots with increased situational awareness and reduced pilot workload.

Customer Support Network

Challenger 350 aircraft customers will be able to count on a full range of 24/7 support around the world. In preparation for a smooth entry-into-service, Bombardier Aerospace is currently reconfiguring a flight training device and Level D full-flight simulator at its aircraft training centre in Dallas, Texas. Customer Services staff deployed throughout its worldwide network of Service Centres, Parts Depots and Regional Support Offices will also be ready to support upcoming entry-into-service activities including spare parts deployments, as well as updated information on the Customer Information Centre (CIC) website and the SmartFix Plus online troubleshooting tool.

NetJets Signature Series™ aircraft

NetJets recently introduced the NetJets Signature Series™ of aircraft, which are new aircraft that will be entering the NetJets fleet that are customized from design through production to include advanced in-flight entertainment systems and custom cabin designs, as well as advanced cockpit and cabin technologies to ensure maximum safety, reliability and operating efficiency. The NetJets Signature Series™ of aircraft, among others, include the Bombardier Global jet family and the Challenger 350 and Challenger 605 Series jets.

About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world's only manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.

Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indexes. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, we posted revenues of $16.8 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

Notes to editors

• Follow @Bombardier_Aero on Twitter to receive the latest news and updates from Bombardier Aerospace.
• Follow @NetJets on Twitter for news, photos, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world leader in private aviation.

*Under certain operating conditions.

The Challenger 350 aircraft is currently under development and the design and the design tolerances remain to be finalized and certified. The Challenger 350 aircraft is subject to change during the course of the design, manufacture and certification process. The statements about performance, design, design tolerances and the images shown in this document are solely based on projections and forecasts and are subject to change without notice.

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During the first quarter of 2013, 10 million passengers were carried by the rate of an 26% increase in passenger traffic. In response to the 21% increase in available seat kilometers (ASK), revenue passenger kilometers (RPK) increased by 30%, therefore the percent of the passenger load factor amounted to 77.9% percent in system-wide increasing by 5.1 points. International to international transfer passengers shared in the total international passenger rate which reached to 40%. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), for the same period the overall industry growth in terms of the ASK and RPK, were respectively 2,3% and 4,2%.

Along with the 6 new routes that have been launched in 2013, total number in international lines reached to 187, and the number of countries flown to is 99. As from today, the number of aircraft on the fleet of Turkish Airlines is 219, which comprises 173 narrow body, 37 wide body, and 9 cargo aircrafts. In addition to the earlier aircraft orders which have been recently made as 117 aircrafts to Airbus and 95 aircrafts to Boeing by targeting a giant fleet, Turkish Airlines' fleet will be composed of approximately 400-450 aircrafts in coming 10 years.

Considering Turkish Airlines' ten-year growth plans with the third airport to be built in Istanbul, Turkey will have much wider global access and Istanbul will become one of the biggest hub cities in the world for international air tranport.

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PLANO, Texas - Granite Properties announced the groundbreaking today for a speculative office tower and the four-star, 299-key Hilton Granite Park conference hotel. Both projects are designed by BOKA Powell architects and slated for completion in mid-2014. Granite Properties has engaged Woodbine Development Corporation as hotel development consultant. The two new structures are part of the existing 90- acre mixed-use development located at the Sam Rayburn Thollway (S.H. 121) and the Dallas North Tollway in Plano, Texas.

The 12-story, 300,000-square-foot Class A office tower, known as Granite Park IV, is being built to achieve LEED Silver certification, featuring energy efficient building systems, unique exterior lighting elements, as well as a fitness center, conference space and a five-level garage. The building is surrounded by extensive landscaped walkways and water features that connect to the adjacent buildings.

"The office tower is designed to appeal to the next generation office worker that doesn't do business exclusively from a desk," said Don Powell, principal of BOKA Powell. "The ground floor offers a corporate living room environment, with a coffee-shop-style lounge area to foster collaboration. The facility is designed with greater connectivity than ever, so that employees can easily work from the courtyard or a lounge seat."

The 262,500-square-foot Hilton Granite Park conference hotel includes 299 luxury rooms and 35,000 square feet of conference space, a full-service restaurant, retail shop, a fitness center and outdoor pool and lounge. The lobby includes a large bar area and a unique, multi-purpose technology lounge. The hotel's interior design blends the region's agrarian history with modern amenities that will appeal to business travelers. The guest rooms and bathrooms incorporate upscale finishes and lighting, with stone countertops, custom sinks, lighted mirrors and a mosaic back-lit tile. A pedestrian boardwalk along the waterfront connects the hotel to its conference center and surrounding office buildings.

"We are delighted that Granite Properties has chosen the Hilton flag for its premier hotel," said Timothy Benolken, senior vice president - Operations Western North America, Hilton Worldwide. "This project represents a homecoming of sorts as our founder, Conrad Hilton, opened his first hotel 94 years ago not far from here in Cisco, Texas. We look forward to welcoming guests with Texas-sized hospitality."

"We're excited about this expansion of Granite Park and the chance to work with such an iconic brand as Hilton," said Granite Properties COO, Greg Fuller. "The nexus between Plano's shortage of conference space and the office market conditions presented a unique opportunity for us to move forward with the Granite Park's masterplan."

Granite Properties is the owner and developer of both the office tower and hotel, BOKA Powell served as the design architect, the architect of record and the interior designer, Austin Commercial is the general contractor for the hotel and Balfour Beatty Construction is the general contractor for the office tower.

Granite Properties is a privately held commercial real estate investment and management company with offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Houston and Southern California. Since 1991, Granite Properties has acquired or developed more than 20 million square feet of commercial real estate totaling $3.4 billion. With a primary emphasis on office properties and an unusually long-term view, Granite Properties places a high priority on creating exceptional work environments for its customers while conserving natural resources.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

One of the most recognized names in the industry, Hilton Hotels & Resorts stands as the stylish, forward thinking global leader in hospitality. From inaugural balls and Hollywood award galas to business events and days to remember, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions and gets away from it all. The flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide continues to build upon its legacy of innovation by developing products and services to meet the needs of tomorrow's savvy global travelers while more than 144,000 Team Members shape experiences in which every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. Today, the Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio includes more than 550 hotels in 79 countries and the brand remains synonymous with "hotel." Access the latest Hilton news at news.hilton.com or begin your journey at www.hilton.com. Social media users can engage with Hilton at www.twitter.com/hiltonhotels, www.facebook.com/hilton and www.youtube.com/hilton. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's ten market-leading brands.
About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide is a leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 93 years, Hilton Worldwide has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,900 hotels and timeshare properties, with 650,000 rooms in 90 countries and territories and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. Visit www.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide, www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide, www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide, www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide and www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.

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The selection for Barcelona flights will grow when Vueling commences flights from Helsinki Airport in May. Vueling will provide the route three times per week on an Airbus 320. During the summer months, in addition to Vueling, Finnair will fly to Barcelona twice a day, and Norwegian will fly six times a week.

In addition to the Helsinki route, Vueling will introduce 27 new routes from Barcelona in the summer.

About 580,000 passengers fly from Finland to Spain every year. Last year, more than 80,000 passengers flew from Finland to Barcelona. Those on holiday, urban travellers and business travellers will certainly be happy for the smooth connections.

For schedules and connections, please use our search service: http://www.helsinki-vantaa.fi/timetables/timetable-search

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Copenhagen Airport has signed an agreement with Norwegian-based DSG, which will be supplying an initial 12 self-service bag-drops. This will allow passengers to get through Copenhagen Airport even faster since the self-service bag drops will significantly reduce the time passengers have to spend checking their baggage.

"By far the majority of our passengers already check in on their own, either online, on their mobile phones or using one of the 83 check-in kiosks at the airport; and the opportunity to print and attach bag tags and drop their bags directly on the baggage belt means that passengers can get to their flights even more quickly than before," said Marie-Louise Lotz, head of passenger service at Copenhagen Airport.

"Moreover, our passenger surveys show that travellers very much prefer do-it-yourself solutions, so we expect that the self-service bag-drop service will result in even greater passenger satisfaction."

Towards the end of the year
Copenhagen Airport expects to start using the new self-service bag-drops towards the end of 2013. Eight self-service bag drops will be opened in Terminal 3 and four in Terminal 2, and the service will initially only be available to passengers flying SAS and Norwegian, which together serve about 60% of all passengers flying out of Copenhagen.

In the longer term, the goal is to offer self-service bag-drop facilities to the largest possible number of passengers: a service and technology which will not only benefit passengers, but airlines as well.

Under its World Class Hub strategy, Copenhagen Airport is working to reduce what it costs for airlines to operate at Copenhagen Airport, and more access to self-service baggage drop facilities is part of this strategy, since it means that fewer staff will be needed at the check-in counters.

'It is crucial that Copenhagen Airport continues to identify solutions that reduces costs for our airline customers, and at the same time gives the passengers greater control of their airport experience', said Steve Tarbuck, Business Development Manager, Copenhagen Airport.

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