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Tiger, Scoot connect Aus to Asia
Wednesday, 3 October 2012Singapore-based low cost carriers, Scoot and Tiger Airways signed a Memorandum of Understanding which aims to “to leverage the strength of [both] networks to our customers’ benefits”, according to Tiger Airways Group chief executive Koay Peng Yen.
Aussie travel aspirations expanding
Wednesday, 3 October 2012Australians intending to take a holiday in the next twelve months has increased slightly, compared with same period last year, while Melbourne defies a decline in domestic holiday plans, according to Roy Morgan Research.
8Hotels celebrates eight year high
Wednesday, 3 October 20128Hotels Collection has celebrated their eighth anniversary as Australia’s largest boutique hotel company.
Canberra campaign draws-in more than 500 Humans
Wednesday, 3 October 2012Australian Capital Tourism’s new campaign has caught the attention of tens of thousands of Australians, engaging applicants through popular social media channels.
VA adds regional flights, new customer campaign
Tuesday, 2 October 2012Virgin Australia’s (VA) decision to fly additional regional and interstate services has coincided with the release of the airline’s new major marketing campaign, dedicated to the customer experience.
Rising costs a concern for Aus accomm
Tuesday, 2 October 2012The Accommodation Association of Australia has warned that industry growth must keep pace with rising expenses in order to compete with destinations such as Fiji, Thailand and Indonesia.
Qantas adjusts cargo business
Tuesday, 2 October 2012Hoping to integrate its air freight product across its domestic and international networks, Qantas has sold its 50 percent stake in StarTrack to acquire 100 percent of air freight business, Australian air Express.
Amari Don Muang renames airport
Tuesday, 2 October 2012Thailand’s gateway, Amari Don Muang Bangkok has officially been renamed, opening as Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok late last week.
Air travel flying flat: IATA
Tuesday, 2 October 2012Global demand for air travel remains flat, despite seasonal increases during Ramadan in August, and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) predicting a positive change in the overall outlook for 2012.
Melb welcomes EK A380
Tuesday, 2 October 2012Emirates has commenced daily services between Auckland and Dubai, with Melbourne Airport welcoming the first A380 service on Tuesday morning this week.
Jetstar staff get a makeover
Friday, 28 September 2012Qantas' low-cost subsidiary, Jetstar has announced a makeover for its staff, unveiling new uniforms for employees working in New Zealand, Australia, Vietnam, Singapore and Japan.
Tunisia, Egypt cruise itineraries cancelled
Friday, 28 September 2012Continued anti-American protests in the Middle East have prompted cruise lines to cancel calls in Tunisia and Egypt in an exercise of caution.
Perth receives major tourism push
Friday, 28 September 2012Tourism Western Australia has developed a new brand and advertising campaign for its capital "in order to drive a reappraisal of Perth as a holiday destination", according to Tourism Minister Kim Hames.
Tahiti attracting ‘affluent’ Aussies
Friday, 28 September 2012An increase in Australian visitors to Tahiti confirms "the strength of the dollar is continuing to encourage Australians to head overseas", according to Tahiti Tourisme Australia director Robert Thompson.
Enhancements link travellers to the perfect hotel: Sabre
Friday, 28 September 2012Sabre Pacific’s latest release for its online booking engine, Sabre Explore, has ‘substantially enhanced’ hotel search functionality for customers.
Aussies stay longer in Germany
Friday, 28 September 2012Value for money and affordable hospitality are driving more Aussies to increase their stay in Germany, according to the German Tourist Office Australia.
APAC business travel booming
Friday, 28 September 2012Travel managers are gaining more control over budgets, while double digit growth in business travel to Asia is anticipated, according to Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Foundation research studies.
Can the industry prevent mass delays during a crisis?
Friday, 28 September 2012Political difficulties are keeping the industry from coming together and forming a back-up plan that could prevent mass travel disruptions during times of crisis, according to an industry expert.
Tax changes will limit accommodation: AAOA
Thursday, 27 September 2012Proposed tax law changes will “constrain future investment” as “tax deductions for building depreciation is a critical factor for investors”, according to Accommodation Association of Australia chief executive Richard Munro.
Quakes won’t keep Aussies from CHC
Thursday, 27 September 2012The number of Australian travellers wanting to visit Christchurch has more than doubled in the past year, despite destruction caused by earthquakes between September 2010 and February 2011.
SWISS to SIN, a solution for Aus
Thursday, 27 September 2012A daily non-stop Singapore-Zurich service will be introduced in May as the central component of Swiss International Air Lines’ (SWISS) Asian network solution for the Australian market.
Bali in Aus demand
Thursday, 27 September 2012TripAdvisor has revealed the most popular travel destinations Australians are researching online, with Bali topping the list as the most sought after holiday escape.
G Adventures guarantees 2013 departures
Thursday, 27 September 2012Assuring agents and customers that all trips will go ahead, G Adventures has announced its 2013 tours will be 100 percent guaranteed to depart.
Int’l pax growing, Brissie Airport lands new flights
Thursday, 27 September 2012Brisbane Airport will introduce several international capacity increases over the next few months, following the depreciation of international arrivals and departures during August this year, compared to 2011.
