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British Airways Celebrates 75 Years of Flights to Hong Kong
Dépèche transmise le 30 mars 2011 par PRNewswire
CRAWLEY, England, March 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- British Airways unveiled their new First class seat to the Hong Kong market at an event to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the airline flying London to Hong Kong.
At the same event the company launched a competition for residents offering a grand prize of a First Class holiday to London ( ), during the Royal Wedding Weekend this April.
The lucky winner and their chosen companion will enjoy flights to London () and back in First class on British Airways on Wednesday 27 April 2011, just in time to experience all the excitement of the Royal Wedding on Friday 29 April 2011.
"We are delighted to announce this competition to celebrate 75 years of flying between London and Hong Kong. The winner will be lucky enough to experience British Airways' First class, enjoy springtime in the city staying in one of top hotels in London ( ), and possibly catch a glimpse of the Royal Bride - it will undoubtedly be one of Britain's most exciting weekends this year," said Kevin McQuillan, British Airways Regional General Manager, East Asia.
The dream trip includes staying in a Grand Junior Suite for 3 nights in Europe's first "Grand Hotel". The Langham, London opened in 1865. Located in the heart of the West End, The Langham has one of London's most enviable addresses commanding a position at the top of the elegant boulevard of Regent Street. The guests will also be able to enjoy Tea Royale in the Palm Court, a celebratory afternoon tea to commemorate the Royal Wedding of HRH Prince William to Kate Middleton.
After enjoying a long weekend of dining, shopping and culture, taking in the sights of one of the best cities in the world, the winners will enjoy their flights to Hong Kong ( ) in First class luxury on Sunday 1 May 2011.
Jamie Cassidy, British Airways Area General Manager, Asia and the Pacific, said: "This milestone anniversary recognises the importance of this route for British Airways. We have worked together with Hong Kong, growing businesses and building relationships since 1936, and we are proud to be connected to such an incredibly energetic city."
The competition launched on Friday 18 March 2011, and is open for three weeks until Friday 8 April 2011, when it will close at 11:59 p.m.
Jamie Cassidy also unveiled the new First class seat at the event to celebrate the 75th anniversary. He commented: "The new First class cabin will create an exclusive experience based on classic design and understated luxury. It echoes our commitment and confidence in global premium travel." The airline has just invested GBP100 million in its new First class cabin.
British Airways is pleased to continue the tradition of flying between Hong Kong and London in its 75th anniversary year, and remains committed to providing superior service to leisure, business and luxury customers travelling between Europe and Asia.
About British Airways:
British Airways offers a wide range of holiday experiences around the world to complement its flight network, which offers travel to a number of worldwide destinations including holidays to Thailand ( ). BA also offers city breaks, beach holidays, hotels from value two star hotels through to luxury five star resorts, Avis car hire and as well as a wide range of experiences in-resort from city tours through to transfers. Customers can save time and money with ba.com when booking ATOL protected holiday packages utilising flight+hotel or flight+car (ATOL number is 5985). Passengers are offered added peace of mind to their holiday plans and the security of travelling with British Airways. British Airways plc constantly seeks to exceed customers' expectations, both in terms of the value for money and quality of the service provided.
For further British Airways / British Airways Holidays Ltd media information please contact:
Katja Cooper Astral Towers Betts Way London Road Crawley RH10 9XA +44(0)1293-722513 http://www.ba.com
CONTACT: Katja Cooper, Astral Towers, Betts Way, London Road, Crawley,RH10 9XA, +44(0)1293-722513
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