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UberX Launches Service At OAK
Travelers in need of a ride at Oakland International (OAK) now have the option to use Uber’s uberX. “Uber’s availability at OAK expands our ground-transportation offerings for passengers,” says Kristi McKenney, acting director of aviation. “It is important that we are...
Westfield Hosts Day Of Events For Travelers At ORD
Westfield Corp. treated travelers in Terminal 5 at Chicago O’Hare International (ORD) to a variety of events as a part of Westfield Cares on Aug. 6. The daylong event included a pop-up DJ dance party, dining and retail giveaways, face-painting for kids, comedy and a...
YYC Adds Wellness Element With New PrimeCare Health Clinic
Travelers through Calgary International (YYC) are now able to seek health care services if necessary. PrimeCare Health has opened a full-service medical clinic within the airport that will provide walk-in and family doctor services for passengers, members of the...
ORD Adds Coach, MAC Cosmetics To Retail Mix
Two stores have joined Chicago O’Hare International’s Terminal 2 post-security: Coach and MAC cosmetics. "On behalf of Mayor Rahm Emanuel, we are delighted to have these two world-renowned brands offering their products to travelers at O'Hare," says Ginger S. Evans,...
Delaware North Promotes Caveny To Senior Director Of Concepts
Delaware North has named Michael Caveny senior director of concepts for its travel hospitality division. In his new role, Caveny will work on the strategic development of brands, and strengthening local and national partnerships within the airport and travel...
TPA Welcomes Lufthansa Flights With Month Of German Events
Lufthansa is coming to Tampa International (TPA), and the airport is celebrating with a month of German-inspired events. Starting Aug. 21, a German village square will occupy the Main Terminal between Airsides E and F. Within the square there will be music, food,...
Charging Stations For Electric Vehicles Now Fueling At TPA
Travelers with alternative-energy vehicles will now have an easier time finding charging stations at Tampa International (TPA). The airport has added an extra 12 stations – four each in the short-term, long-term and economy garages – bringing its total to 15. Up to 18...
Menchie’s Dishing Up Frozen Yogurt At SJC
Travelers through Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International (SJC) can get a frozen yogurt treat now that Menchie’s has opened its first airport location there. The self-serve store, operated by Pacific Gateway Concessions, is in Terminal B, near Gate 19 and will be open...
GRR Debuts Redesigned Website
Gerald R. Ford International (GRR) has launched its new website. Although the web address is the same, www.flyford.org, the redesign includes new navigation, photography and landscape, and officials say it’s easier to use. The new site is part of the airport’s...
Automated Passport Control Lands At LAS
McCarran International (LAS) is now utilizing Phase 4.0 automated passport control kiosks to help move international travelers through the Customs and border process quicker. Business or tourist visa holders, Mexican travelers with border-crossing cards and airline...
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