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Grey Nomads leave Aus for South East Asia
Friday, 13 July 2012Elderly Australians may follow the younger crowds to South East Asia, opting for a cheaper, non-traditional holiday, according to a recent survey by Roy Morgan Research.
London on sale as hotels, theatres slash prices
Friday, 13 July 2012A shortfall in hotel bookings during this year’s London Olympics has lead to some unexpected bargains being offered throughout the normally expensive city.
Tiger Australia’s paw performance
Friday, 13 July 2012Tiger Airways is performing strong on home turf in Singapore while the effects of last year’s hiatus in Australia are showing poor performance.
South Africa toast to wine tourism with Vindaba
Friday, 13 July 2012Wine Tourism can contribute significantly to positioning South Africa as one of the world’s top 20 travel destinations, according to the Minister of Tourism, Marthinus van Schalkwyk.
Bring back the Road Trip: Sunshine Coast
Friday, 13 July 2012Domestic tourism in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast will be amplified by a new media marketing strategy intent on reviving the Australian road trip.
Travelers want greener flights, and more of them
Friday, 13 July 2012Air travelers want to have their cake and eat it too.
G20 to Brisbane splits Aus tourism
Thursday, 12 July 2012Less than a week after facing off in the State of Origin, NSW and Queensland are going head-to-head again with local tourism leaders debating Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s decision to host the 2014 G20 Summit in Brisbane.
Getting off a plane first: there’s a charge for that (almost)
Thursday, 12 July 2012Some air travelers are willing to pay up to $20 to be among the first off a flight, a recent survey has revealed.
Labor Gov’t unsupportive of tourism: Abbott
Thursday, 12 July 2012In a bid to showcase support for the travel sector, Federal Opposition leader Tony Abbott has slammed the Australian Labor Government, claiming the leadership is “oblivious to the plight of the tourism industry” and unwilling to assist in its “difficulties”.
India cleans up act to attract tourists
Thursday, 12 July 2012The India Tourism Ministry in conjunction with Indian Railways launched a ‘Clean India’ campaign aimed at keeping trains and stations across the country clean and tourist-friendly.
California high-speed rail project on track
Thursday, 12 July 2012Final approval for the creation of the nation’s first high-speed rail network has been granted in California.
Asia-Pacific airports resilient growth: ACI
Thursday, 12 July 2012Asia-Pacific airports remain resilient despite continuing uncertainties in both Europe and US markets, recording a 7.1 percent increase in passenger traffic in May 2012, according to the Airports Council International (ACI).
Travelers urged to study foreign languages
Thursday, 12 July 2012Preparing for an overseas vacation involves more than just packing a bag and thumbing through a phrase book, says New York University’s Dr Milena Savova, who encourages would-be travelers to undertake a three-week intensive language course pre-trip.
Overseas market needs to fill domestic void
Wednesday, 11 July 2012Australia’s appeal to the overseas market must pick up to fill the void from the domestic market loss to overseas competitors, according to the industry expert Tony Charters.
Africa e-visas will encourage visitors
Wednesday, 11 July 2012The ease of access to Africa through electronic visas will boost tourist numbers, according to South Africa tourism minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk.
Sydney winter campaign boosted by websites
Wednesday, 11 July 2012Sydney’s winter campaign 'Love Every Second in Sydney' has attracted a record number of visitors to its principle websites, according to Destination NSW chief executive officer Sandra Chipchase.
Silky Oaks adds Billabong suites
Wednesday, 11 July 2012The Silky Oaks Lodge in Tropical North Queensland unveiled three million dollars worth of refurbishments this week, with the completion of four new Billabong Suites.
Cathay to convert Airbus fleet
Wednesday, 11 July 2012Cathay Pacific Airways plans to convert sixteen previously ordered Airbus A350-900 aircraft into Airbus A350-1000, following approval by the Company Board.
Brits going for gold in Greece vs Games
Wednesday, 11 July 2012Despite British Airways advertising to keep holidaymakers on British soil during the London Olympics, Brits are keen to swap their local streets for a spot of sunshine on beaches abroad.
Europe needs stronger foundations: IATA
Wednesday, 11 July 2012International Air Transport Association (IATA) director general Tony Tyler has urged European regulators and policymakers to strengthen aviation foundations, to build the region's industry.
Qantas makes a Hooroo into accommodation, requests more Asian joint-ventures
Tuesday, 10 July 2012The Qantas Group is set to make a move into the accommodation sector, with the upcoming launch of a new travel accommodation website, Hooroo.
China sustains Aus arrival growth
Tuesday, 10 July 2012International arrivals to Australia would be suffering, if not for the steady increase in Chinese visitors, according to national industry body, the Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF).
GBP20 mil gets Heathrow Games ready
Tuesday, 10 July 2012London Heathrow airport has made an investment over GBP20 million to manage the unique challenges from extra demand during the Games period.
Tourism grants create Indigenous opportunities
Tuesday, 10 July 2012The Australian Federal Government has announced the distribution of indigenous tourism grants, which will be used to develop Australia’s tourism offering and foster indigenous cultural awareness.
