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Cruising will improve Cairns economy: TTF
Thursday, 23 February 2012Improving cruise ship access into Cairns could help boost the regions economic opportunities, according to the Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF).
Travel Counsellors rescue Air Australia customers
Wednesday, 22 February 2012The leading independent agency revealed it would re-imburse its customers that booked Air Australia tickets through them.
TCF board welcomes JTG, FLT, ATEC executives
Wednesday, 22 February 2012Representing up to 3,000 participating agents across Australia, the Travel Compensation Fund (TCF) has announced the appointment of industry specialists into its new Board of Trustees.
Jetstar partner with VN to strengthen Asian ties
Wednesday, 22 February 2012Jetstar Pacific, Qantas Group’s low cost-carrier has a new majority shareholder, in the form of Vietnam Airlines.
Accor, first large operator ticked with T-QUAL
Wednesday, 22 February 2012Accor Hotels is the first large tourism organisation to receive the tick of approval from the new Australian T-QUAL Accreditation Program.
Dubai welcomes Aussie, NZ growth
Wednesday, 22 February 2012The culture, lights and heritage in Dubai continues to attract Aussie and New Zealand travellers with up to 16 percent more visitors flocking into the UAE country last year compared to 2010.
New clients contribute to CTM success
Wednesday, 22 February 2012Acquisition of the etm Group has boosted Corporate Travel Management’s (CTM) business with the company reporting a 42 percent increase in total transaction value (TTV) for the first half of the financial year 2012.
CHC mourns quake anniversary
Wednesday, 22 February 2012Residence will gather around Christchurch city today to remember the 185 losses and the devastating structural damage after the 6.3 magnitude quake struck its city exactly a year ago today.
Tourism Aus unveils new MICE pitch
Tuesday, 21 February 2012Targeting MICE growth down under, Tourism Australia has unveiled a new marketing campaign that will strengthen the sector by up to AU$16 million by 2020.
FLT profits take off
Tuesday, 21 February 2012Success across the company’s ten regions saw Flight Centre (FLT) business climb 18 percent in profits before tax (PBT) for the final six months of 2011 over the same half-year period in 2010.
Peregrine unveils new brand, RESERVE
Tuesday, 21 February 2012Moving into the high end products sector, Peregrine & Gecko Adventures has launched a new brand, RESERVE.
CHC rises post-quake
Tuesday, 21 February 2012A year after the entire city was shaken by a 6.3 magnitude quake, its residents and tourism leaders are ready to show the world Christchurch is back and more resilient and innovative than ever before.
Air Aus grounding could cost FLT million
Tuesday, 21 February 2012Air Australia's financial issues and entire fleet grounding is expected cost Flight Centre Limited up to one million.
BA offers complimentary upgrades
Tuesday, 21 February 2012British Airways is inviting travellers to experience its new First class cabin when travelling to London with a complimentary one-way upgrade to First class.
TripAdvisor launches free Master Classes
Tuesday, 21 February 2012TripAdvisor the world’s largest travel website has launched a series of Master Class events designed to assist hospitality managers thrive while providing methods to drive more direct bookings.
Visit USA recognised for efforts by US Ambassador
Tuesday, 21 February 2012
The United States Ambassador to Australia, Jeff Bleich, presented an official Certificate of Appreciation to the Visit USA Organisation (Australia) for their dedication and commitment to promote tourism to the United States, at an event in Sydney to mark Visit USA Week.
Crew, passengers first: Air Australia
Monday, 20 February 2012Taking care of its staff and passengers comes first, according to Air Australia creditors who will enter discussions on Wednesday week to discuss whether to liquidate the carrier and offer its 300 employees access to redundancy cash and superannuation.
Virgin jabs at QF staff losses
Monday, 20 February 2012Days after Qantas announced it would axe up to 500 employees, Virgin Australia has released plans to increase its workforce in Australia by up to 12 percent.
Frankfurt strikes continue
Monday, 20 February 2012Passengers passing through Frankfurt Airport today could face further delays as its ground worker’s plan a 24-hour strike for today.
Wing’s Air to be largest ATR operator
Monday, 20 February 2012In a move to increase its fleet Indonesian airline, Lion Air and European manufacturer ATR have signed an agreement for the purchase of 27 additional ATR 72-600 aircraft.
South Africa shows huge growth from Australia
Monday, 20 February 2012South African Tourism hosted a breakfast this morning, announcing monstrous potential to grow their national economy by investing in the burgeoning Australian market.
Air Australia in administration, passengers stranded
Friday, 17 February 2012Less than four months since stepping out of its Strategic shell and into Air Australia the carrier has announced the suspension of its services after confirming it was placed into administration early this morning.
Strikes disrupt Frankfurt Airport operations
Friday, 17 February 2012More delays are expected in and out of Frankfurt Airport today as air traffic employees walk off the job for the second day running.
Asia budget carriers set to go the distance
Friday, 17 February 2012Low-cost carriers such as Scoot and Cebu Pacific are poised to join AirAsia X and Jetstar in catering to the long-haul market.
