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Air Pacific seeks to gain control from QF
Thursday, 29 March 2012In a sudden move, Fiji's military government changed airline ownership rules yesterday, in a bid to reduce Qantas' power over the country's national airline.
Aussie agents selling the right product: Hurtigruten
Thursday, 29 March 2012Australian agents are doing a great job at selling products to the right customers, according to Hurtigruten’s sales and marketing director, who found satisfaction amongst Aussie travellers at an all time high.
TripAdvisor review system remains under a cloud
Thursday, 29 March 2012The screening processes of TripAdvisor remain firmly under the spotlight as the travel review website faces renewed allegations of manipulation of reviews and ratings by hoteliers.
Emirates waves Hello Tomorrow brand
Thursday, 29 March 2012Promoting its worldwide connections, Emirates has released plans to launch a new global brand platform themed, ‘Hello Tomorrow’.
Sabre focuses on customer satisfaction
Thursday, 29 March 2012Servicing over 380 companies worldwide, including airports and airlines, Sabre Airline Solutions (SAS) are targeting ways to improve customer gratification.
Air NZ steers focus into China
Thursday, 29 March 2012As part of plans to tap into the growing travel market, Air New Zealand has released plans to operate daily flights between China and New Zealand.
Cairns and Tropical North a hit for Aussies
Thursday, 29 March 2012Despite the recent increase in Aussies heading overseas for their holidays, a study has found a large number of Australians are choosing to holiday in Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
NSW on the way up: Qantas Holidays, Destination NSW
Wednesday, 28 March 2012This will be the year New South Wales makes a comeback, according to Destination NSW with new shows, news attractions and a brand new destination brochure.
Virgin unveils valet
Wednesday, 28 March 2012Boosting its corporate appeal, Virgin Australia has unveiled new kerbside valet parking at Brisbane’s domestic terminal.
Egypt tourism stabilising: EMTA
Wednesday, 28 March 2012Tourism into Egypt will continue to stabilise this year, according to Eastern Mediterranean Tourism Association (EMTA) founder David Beirman.
Land of the rising Sun Princess
Wednesday, 28 March 2012Carnival Corporation & plc has announced the deployment of Australian-based Sun Princess to Japan for a spring to summer season of cruising from April 2013.
China important source for Port Stephens
Wednesday, 28 March 2012The Chinese market will continuously be “an important source market” for Port Stephens, according to the region’s tourism board, particularly after reaching record arrivals from the Asian country last year.
Abu Dhabi plans to double MICE arrivals
Wednesday, 28 March 2012Abu Dhabi is hoping to double the region’s MICE arrivals over the next five years as part of its recently developed 2020 growth plans.
Travellers hop domestically over Easter
Tuesday, 27 March 2012More than half of Australian travellers are planning to spend their Easter down under, with domestic destinations topping local bookings for the long weekend.
Santiago service critical for tourism
Tuesday, 27 March 2012Qantas' direct flights between Sydney and Santiago launched yesterday will provide a critical tourism gateway between South America and Australia, according to Tourism Australia managing director Andrew McEvoy.
Amadeus unveils new NZ, Aus e-Support
Tuesday, 27 March 2012The technology solution company has redesigned its online agent support system, launching a new e-Support Centre in Australia and New Zealand.
Taskforce to build ACT overseas flights
Tuesday, 27 March 2012The ACT Government has announced the formation of a new taskforce, dedicated to drawing in more international services into the state.
NZ tourism integrates into one voice
Tuesday, 27 March 2012Industry leaders in New Zealand have united their brain power, merging the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) and New Zealand Hotel Council (NZHC) into one single organisation.
Qantas plans sustainable takeoff
Tuesday, 27 March 2012Moving into ‘Greener’ pastures, Australia’s flag carrier, Qantas has released plans to launch its first commercial flight powered by sustainable fuel in April this year.
QF, China Eastern form Jetstar Hong Kong
Monday, 26 March 2012China Eastern has teamed up with Australian carrier, Qantas to create a new Asia-based budget airline, Jetstar Hong Kong.
Why are agents MIA from travel events: EMTA
Monday, 26 March 2012The declining number of travel agents attending industry events has raised concern and query from Eastern Mediterranean Travel Association (EMTA) founder Dr David Beirman, who has urged agents to explain their absence from functions designed specifically for agents and their business.
Bunnik Tours new-look logo
Monday, 26 March 2012As part of upcoming company adjustments, Australian travel company, Bunnik Tours has refreshed its appearance with the launch of a new logo.
Tripadvisor guarantees best hotel rate
Monday, 26 March 2012TripAdvisor has launched a new hotel booking site called ‘Tingo’, designed to guarantee its customers receive automatic refunds if hotel rate drops.
New SilkAir service to boost Top End Tourism
Monday, 26 March 2012Silk Air, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, has launched its new Singapore to Darwin service which is set to boost tourism to Top End Australia.
