Accor seals Mirvac purchase, expands Pullman brandThe hotel Group has added up to 43 new properties to its portfolio after completing its purchase of the Mirvac Group in Australia and New Zealand.
- Young Aussies replacing Eiffel Tower with Hollywood Hills
In line with Wotif findings unveiled on e-Travel Blackboard last week, a new Topdeck survey found America and Canada are creeping into the lead spot of most desired travel destinations among young Aussies.
- Cambodia's tourism eyes 'vast potential' in China
Cambodia's tourism leaders say they have shifted their focus to China, a country that holds "vast potential" to build the local travel industry.
- HK plans 15 year Aus establishment celebrations
- NT tourism's fetching funding
- China MICE to surpass US: GBTA
Oneworld Airline Royal Jordanian Releases Sale Fares to 22 Middle East Destinations and 19 European DestinationsFrom Australia with interline partners Qantas, Cathay Pacific or British Airways via BKK/HKG, fares to the Middle East start from AUD 965 gross plus taxes, while fares to Europe start from AUD 1144 gross plus taxes through competitive low season date ranges. Fares are published in the GDS and commissionable at 9%. For further information, refer to Hot Airfares or contact Royal Jordanian on 1300 855 057.
3 Things About Las VegasThe Entertainment Capital of the World? Sin City? You decide, but heres three things to know about Vegas.
All the support you need with TravelManagersAt TravelManagers we strongly believe that forming professional partnerships with our personal travel managers is as equally important as providing you with the tools for you to be successful.
Sabre and Travelodge partner to grow hotel bookingsSabre Travel Network, a global technology company serving travel suppliers and agencies, has extended its content agreement with Travelodge Hotels.
Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace Named in Top 100 Resort Spas by Conde Nast TravellerCondé Nast Traveller, the renowned luxury travel publication, recently released its 2012 annual readers poll results where Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace was recognized as one of the Top 100 Resort Spas in the U.S. Mainland category.
Outrigger Asia - Pacific Summer PromotionsAspire Expands Across The Tasman
Aspire Apartments & Resorts is excited to announce that we now offer our guests quality accommodation destinations in both New Zealand and Australia with the addition of four New Zealand properties joining the Aspire accommodation network of four star plus properties in the South Island of New Zealand.
Guest Residences by The Country Trader
Situated in a quiet residential street, located moments from Potts Point, Sydney Harbour and Rushcutters Bay, Guest Residences by The Country Trader are just a few minutes walk from the bustling, nightclub streets of Oxford Street and one of Sydneys best dining precincts in Macleay Street.
Celebrating The Opening Of Oriental Residence Bangkok
Oriental Residence Bangkok sets new standards for luxury residences offering contemporary interiors, bespoke amenities and exceptional, personalised services.
Great Hotels of the World expanding to the Americas
Great Hotels of the World, one of the fastest growing hotel representation and technology companies in the industry, is expanding into the Americas.
United Announces Further Progress in Labor Negotiations
Great Price To Buenos Aires With AR!!- Denver, Tokyo ‘United’ by Dreamliner
United Airlines has announced it will fly non-stop on a daily basis between its Denver and Tokyo hubs, utilising the airlines new Boeing Dreamliner aircraft.
- Air Asia axes Solo route
Days after unveiling its new campaign and identity, Air Asia has announced it will axe its seven times weekly service between Kuala Lumpur and Solo, Indonesia.
Sydney Says Aloha To Hawaiian Cuisine
Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii Tourism Oceania and Sydneys Grace Hotel are bringing Hawaiian cuisine Down under for the inaugural Flavours of Hawaii Food Festival next month.
LOT seeks a name for a plane
The company has taken to its Facebook page in order to encourage users to lend their name and face to one of its newest airliners, the Embraer 195.
airberlin: New "YourFare" fare structure
Effective immediately, all bookings for airberlin flights departing from 1 July 2012 will be made in accordance with a new fare structure.
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7 nights western Mediterranean only $499ppCheck out this fantastic deal from MSC Cruises on our Western Mediterranean cruise on the soon to be christened sister ship of MSC Divina, MSC Splendida.
- Interior design reigns supreme: Royal Princess
Princess Cruises has released their latest video in the Royal Princess instalments featuring vice president of interior design Teresa Anderson and coordinating architect Giacomo Mortola.
- A hull of a time: Celebrity Reflection update
Celebrity Cruises newest build, Celebrity Reflection, is taking shape and resembles a complete ship following the placement of the hull this week.
Win a Coastal Cruise with Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is helping agents discover the world and its fleet of ships through its latest email promotion.
- Norwegian Sky Day 2: It’s a Freeport life
Being a fan of spending time onboard a ship when sailing, I selected our first port of call, Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, to relax on deck and get to know the Norwegian Sky a little bit better.
Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters
Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters is located within the heart of Queensland's Gold Coast and is ideal for both business and leisure travellers.
The Gold Coast reaches adventurous new heights with the opening of Skypoint climb
SkyPoint Climb, Australias highest external building walk, is the newest adventure experience on the Gold Coast taking climbers on a guided journey reaching 270 metres into the sky atop the iconic Q1 resort building.
Endless summer satisfied on the Gold CoastThe sun is just peaking over the horizon.
- Real-Life Rocket Men Celebrate 40th Anniversary of Elton John’s Classic Song
Forty years ago, Elton John's single Rocket Man was released around the world.
Family Holiday Packages to Bali
Discover the fantasy world of Narnia with Qantas HolidaysHailed as the near-perfect visitor experience, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition is bringing the magic of Narnia to Sydney.
Combine Yoga, Massage And Cycling In Laos With SoulFit Adventures And World Expeditions
SoulFit Adventures and leading adventure travel company, World Expeditions, have joined forces to bring you an exquisite holistic cycling and yoga tour of Northern Laos.
Customers drive APT’s smart new website
Global destination travel company APT has custom-built a new website following extensive research of its traveller clients.
Footsteps in Asia Opens Australia Office
Innovation: €200 million loan for Amadeus
Senior unsecured loan with a nine year maturity to finance the development of IT solutions business between 2012 and 2014.
Ascott Websites Go Mobile And Offer Online Chat
CapitaLands wholly-owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has launched mobile versions of its three brand websites, as well as an online chat facility on its brand websites to enhance guests search and reservation experience.
UNWTO welcomes T20 decision to advance visa facilitation
UNWTO welcomes the Declaration issued by the Tourism Ministers of the G20 economies (T20) calling for priority to be given to facilitating travel as a means to boost economic growth and create jobs.
MyCEB Establishes Global Presence
With representations in Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand, MyCEB is set to take on the world.
Packed Event Schedule Highlights Centre’s Success
The Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre will next year welcome more than a million people through its doors in one of its biggest periods for conferences, incentives and exhibitions in recent years.
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Unparalleled support is secret to success, say Travel CounsellorsLeading independent agency Travel Counsellors has highlighted the importance of going above and beyond for their agents and customers in the wake of the report on the recent TCF (Travel Compensation Fund) board meeting about the current state of the travel industry.
- TravelManagers the Solution for Struggling Bricks and Mortar Agencies
TravelManagers Chairman, Barry Mayo says last weeks report from the Travel Compensation Fund stating that 228 licensed travel agencies are losing money and about 800 travel agencies are turning over less than $1 million dollars per annum is not surprising.
- NTIA - TravelManagers Finalist Four Years in a Row
TravelManagers has been named as a finalist in the 2012 National Travel Industry Awards for the Best Travel Agency Retail Multi Location.
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Hotel Greif Bolzano
Stylish Accommodation Where Austrian Efficiency Meets Italian Gelato
TMS Temp Appreciation AwardThis month we are proud to announce that the TMS Temp Appreciation Award for May 2012 has been presented to Louise Dunell for her ongoing efforts.
Flight Centre Australia Experiences Saigon, the Travel Indochina WayTravel Indochina recently helped host the Flight Centre Australia Marketing Conference in Saigon.
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Tourism Fiji announces appointment of new global advertising agency partner
Tourism Fiji is delighted to announce the appointment of Colenso BBDO from New Zealand as its new global advertising partner.
Vicki Tomasino comes aboard to help bring Carnival Spirit Down Under
Carnival Cruise Lines super sales aficionado, Vicki Tomasino, has arrived Down Under to commence her secondment as Senior Manager - Business Partnership.
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Black Gold Weekend Of Decadence In Western Australia
With the advent of winter in the Southern Hemisphere, the Australian truffle season makes its appearance again from June to September.
Scenic Tours Offers Their Agents The Chance To Win Their Own Mini-Bar And Catered Event
Scenic Tours is offering agents the chance to win a fully stocked mini bar as well as an all-inclusive catered event at their store to celebrate the launch of their 2013 Europe River Cruising program.
- Man booted off plane for sexist jokes
A female pilot on board a Brazilian airline has tossed passenger off a flight after he reportedly made sexist comments about woman.
A look at several of the pre-tours from Los Angeles Pow Wow 2012. From playing cowboy in Santa Clarita to searching for stars with TMZ, LA certainly knows how to turn it on!
It happened one flightFlight review of United Flight 589 San Francisco to Los Angeles
Jaime Deitsch Cruise Director – Carnival LibertyThe fun-loving and energetic Jaime Deitsch took some time out of her non-stop schedule aboard Carnival Liberty to chat to e-Travel Blackboard about what its like to be a roving Cruise Director.
Jason Dyktynski, DriveAway Holidays Area Sales Manager (WA / NT)In the travel industry for over ten years, DriveAway Holidays Jason Dyktynski loves the rewarding nature of his job. Read on to find out his top travel tips.
