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Toga's events with benefits is back
Monday, 4 June 2012Toga Hotels has launched Events with Benefits 2012, rewarding companies and booking agents with incentives and booking solutions.
Scoot revs engines for inaugural takeoff to Sydney
Monday, 4 June 2012Singapore’s newest low-cost carrier, Scoot will finally take to the skies this morning, with the launch of its inaugural flight to Sydney today.
South America completes EY’s BRIC network
Monday, 4 June 2012Adding the B to complete its network to emerging BRIC countries, Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to launch first ever direct air links between Abu Dhabi and South America, with new flights to Brazil.
Passengers feared dead in Nigerian plane crash
Monday, 4 June 2012The African country is in a state of national morning after a plane crashed into a residential area last night killing up to 153 passengers and sparking an inferno at the scene.
Mobile phones, just plane annoying
Monday, 4 June 2012A recent survey has revealed that 86 percent of people are against their fellow passengers being permitted to use their mobile phones whilst in flight.
Qantas chief denies deception claims
Friday, 1 June 2012Qantas’ chief Alan Joyce has denied Labor senator Glenn Sterle and Transport Workers' Union (TWU) national secretary Tony Sheldon’s claims that Mr Joyce was misleading a Senate inquiry in reference to the 2011 lockout.
Possible delays as Suvarnabhumi runway closes for maintenance
Friday, 1 June 2012The industry has been advised to update their clients of possible delays at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport from 11 June to 10 August this year.
It’s all a myth. Local snow holidays not pricier
Friday, 1 June 2012Domestic snow holidays are affordable and not pricier than an international ski getaway, according to Falls Creek spokesperson Debbie Howie, who says “it’s all just a myth”.
Garuda, Accor enter global partnership
Friday, 1 June 2012Garuda Indonesia and the Accor Group have signed into a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the two companies give a discount to travellers who fly with the airline and stay at one of Accor’s hotels.
Fandom takes TA to new social media heights
Friday, 1 June 2012Less than five months after achieving its two million milestone, Tourism Australia has announced an extra million Likes, now sharing with up to three million fans worldwide on Facebook.
Business travel settles as US economy lifts
Friday, 1 June 2012A slight upturn in the United States economy, instability in Europe and slowing growth rates in key markets has weakened the demand for business travel.
Int'l builds across Hong Kong
Friday, 1 June 2012Visitor arrivals to Hong Kong in April 2012 rose by more than 14 percent, compared with the same month last year.
New uniform designer zips up Qantas
Thursday, 31 May 2012Refitting, redressing and redesigning its crew look, Qantas has announced the appointment of Australian designer, Martin Grant to create the next instalment of the Qantas uniform.
Aussie agents invited to Come Play with Sin City
Thursday, 31 May 2012The second largest international market into Las Vegas continues to build, according Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, with the strong Australian dollar encouraging record breaking Aussies to touch down in Sin City.
ACCC reduces DJ, NZ Tasman flights
Thursday, 31 May 2012Australian regulators have approved Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia's request to reduce their seating capacity across the Tasman by up to 4.2 percent to comply with seating capacity requirements.
Singaporeans on the move: Zuji
Thursday, 31 May 2012There has been a significant rise in year-over-year travel by Singaporeans in the first quarter of 2012, according to Zuji Singapore.
DJ steps forward in GC commitment
Thursday, 31 May 2012Unveiling its new lounge at the southern end of Gold Coast airport’s domestic terminal is a sign of Virgin Australia’s ongoing commitment to the Gold Coast and south-east Queensland region, according to the airline’s product general manager.
Travelling like a fella to Melb, Peru
Thursday, 31 May 2012Australia’s cultural capital has ranked tenth behind powerhouses such as London, New York and Rio in AskMen’s fourth annual ‘Top 29 Cities for Men’ 2012.
QF withdraws Air Pacific hold
Wednesday, 30 May 2012As a result of government intervention, Qantas Airways has removed its four Air Pacific board members, ensuring the airline maintains majority Fijian representation.
Vanuatu, more than just a South Pacific destination
Wednesday, 30 May 2012Located less than two and a half hours away from Sydney is one of the most unique holiday spots, according to Vanuatu Tourism Office general manager Linda Kalpoi, who explained Vanuatu was more than just a tropical South Pacific destination.
Tiger eyes locals for Sydney base
Wednesday, 30 May 2012Building on its commitment to contribute to local jobs, Tiger Airways has announced the employment of 15 new NSW and Queensland based cabin crew.
NZ banks on domestic travellers: TIA
Wednesday, 30 May 2012Domestic travel is an essential component of the New Zealand travel industry, according to the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA).
Travellers warned of identity theft
Wednesday, 30 May 2012Travellers are being warned to be alert for any opportunities of identity theft while away on holidays or business trips.
JQ accused of underpaying foreign staff
Tuesday, 29 May 2012Jetstar and two, part-owned Qantas companies are being taken to court for allegedly underpaying Thai cabin crew staff working on domestic routes in Australia.
