Compulsory full-body scans for AusPassengers passing through Australian airports will have no choice but to undergo a full body scan or cancel their travel plans under new laws the Federal Parliament hopes to introduce later this week.
1- Scoot-ing into the Gold Coast
Singapores new low-cost carrier, Scoot Airlines has announced it will make Gold Coast its second international route, with a five times weekly service to tap into the growing travel market between Singapore and Queensland.
- Sydney cruise boom causes waves1
- FLT acquires GoVolunteering
- IHG growth to create 400,000 new jobs
- BA to deliver Olympic Flame from Greece to the UK
- IT oneworld entry postponed
Jet Airways JET OFF TO INDIA with a COMPANIONEconomy class fares ex Australia to India start from 750*commissionable at 7%.For travel between 15JAN-31OCT and for sale from now until 29FEB12
Chifley WollongongA beach front view only steps away for the retail buzz of the city, the Chifley Wollongong stands tall as the ideal property for travellers looking for a peaceful and exciting getaway.
Fort Lauderdale – The Experience of the Florida Coast
Click here to view an exclusive video and what was an unknown destination just a few years ago
Make A Romantic Escape To Mercure Resort Gerringong By The Sea
If you need to inject a little romance into your life, the Mercure Resort Gerringong by the Sea (formerly Bellachara Boutique Hotel) has created a special Romantic Escape package that includes overnight accommodation
The Melanesian Gets Major Facelift
AS it enters its 21st year as one of the best-loved resorts in Vanuatu, The Melanesian has spent nearly $1-million on a re-furbishment that has given new life to an iconic favourite of multitudes of Australian holidaymakers.
Grab A Getaway; Stay Three, Pay Two In Cairns
Grab a bargain when you getaway to any one of Rydges three hotels in Cairns.
Mantra meets the Challenge in Cairns
Mantra is setting the pace for the best deals in town for this years Cairns Airport Adventure Festival - a jam-packed 10 day triathlon and multi-sport event from 27 May to 4 June.
Wyndham Hotel Group Expands to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast
Wyndham Hotel Group, the worlds largest hotel company, today announced the latest addition to its continued expansion of Ramada hotels in the South Pacific region on Queenslands Sunshine Coast.
Clarion Suites Gateway Lauches 14 Anniversary Promotion
It has been 14 years since Clarion Suites Gateway opened for business and we are celebrating this memorable date by putting on a special promotion for our customers on our rooms.
The Melanesian Gets Major Facelift
AS it enters its 21st year as one of the best-loved resorts in Vanuatu, The Melanesian has spent nearly $1-million on a re-furbishment that has given new life to an iconic favourite of multitudes of Australian holidaymakers.
Travelling to New York? The best airline in North America* - Air Canada is the only airline to fly into all three major airports with up to 38 return flights a dayIf youre flying to New York, there is a better way to get there that avoids the lengthy queues in Los Angeles and gives you a big choice of flights into all three major New York airports - Air Canada.
Hahn Air College now offers a new courseHahn Air, the leader in the airline distribution industry, has added a new field of study to Hahn Air College.
Fly direct from Australia to Mauritius and beyond to Africa and EuropeAir Mauritius is the quickest and most convenient way to travel to Mauritius and flies to some 25 destinations across the globe
Air France - KLM “Commission Update – 06 FEB 2012- Strikes disrupt Air France flights
Passengers flying with Air France have been urged to check for a SMS or email from the carrier advising of flight disruptions after strikes forced the carrier to cancel some of its services.
- JAL int’l capacity falls
Last years quake and tsunami continues to affect Japan Airlines (JAL) operations as international capacity fell 21.2 percent between April and December 2011 compared to the same period in 2010.
- Fuel burns through SIA profits
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has put the blame on fuel after the carrier reported a 53 percent drop in net profits for the third quarter of financial year 2011/12 compared to the same period last year.
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Cathay Pacific Introduces Mobile Boarding Pass Service for Passengers Departing From Hong Kong
Emirates Drives Forward in Europe
- A San Francisco welcome for Queen Elizabeth
The Queen Elizabeth sailed into San Francisco for the first time on Saturday with hundreds of people lining the streets to welcome Cunards youngest vessel.
From Banana Boats to Superliner as Record-breaking Adventurer Travels in Style
British adventurer Graham Hughes, who set out more than three years ago to visit every sovereign nation in the world by surface transport alone, arrived in Sydney this morning one step closer to achieving his world record goal.
Clipper Sets New Course
The clipper ship Star Flyer will sail from Southampton, historic gateway to London and Southeast Englands ducal palaces, stately homes and universities on September 1 on a new eight-night cruise to Lisbon calling at ports in France and Spain.
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Clarion Suites: the ‘Gateway’ to MelbourneEvery time I come to Melbourne I find something new to love about the city. Brunswick Street thrilled me on my first visit; last time it was a small Chinese restaurant on Little Bourke Street; and on this occasion, it is the Clarion Suites Gateway.
A ten-step guide to eating VegemiteSo its like a quasi-vegetable byproduct paste that you smear on your toast for breakfast, Obama said of the stuff. Sounds good, doesnt it?
Want sport? Melbourne has you coveredIt was 2006 and a young Marcos Baghdatis was in the Australian Tennis Open final. Those who knew little of the player could be excused for thinking him Australian given the home support lavished on the Cypriot.
Viva Holidays International Holiday Brochure RangeBack By Popular Demand
10 day Vietnam Explorer March special on 14 Mar flying with Vietnam Airlines: A$2780 per person including taxesBeyond Travel Expands Russia
NEW soft adventure options in Russia and variations to the trans-Siberian railway experience are highlights of the new Russia & Beyond brochure released for 2012 by Eastern Europe experts Beyond Travel.
From motorcycles to meditation - Bhutan & Beyond unveils new special interest tours
Small groups, guaranteed departures and flight upgrades
New Horizons Holidays Bali program out now
Featuring the Gili Islands for the first time
Get in quick! Three days left of Trafalgar’s fantastic airfare + land USA deal
Insight Vacations release international economy airfare specials to USA
New air safari to Central Australia and the Kimberely ex Brisbane
Real Gap launches powerhouse internships to satisfy career-hungry travellers
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ReiseAnalyse RA 2011: First Results
On the occasion of ITB 2012 (International Tourism Exchange) in Berlin Wednesday, 7 March 2012, 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm, ICC-Berlin/Saal 8
Centre Recycles a Small Ocean in Underwater Exhibition
The Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre took its waterfront location one step further last week, bringing 60,000 litres of water indoors for the Pacific International Maritime Exposition, Pacific2012.
HRG experts participate in Business Travel Show panel discussions
Experts from Hogg Robinson Group (HRG), the award-winning international corporate services company, will share insights on business travel technology issues at the Business Travel Show in London in February.
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- Heathrow resumes operations
Heathrow Airport has announced it is back in action after suspending inbound and outbound flights late last week as heavy snowfall hit London.
Potential fine highlights need for curfew changes at Sydney Airport
News that Emirates Airlines face the potential of a $1 Million fine for weather delayed departures out of Sydney Airport highlights the need for changes to curfew regulations, the Tourism Industry Council NSW General Manager Andrew Jefferies said.
1Xenophon Amendments an Attack on Tourism
Top Three ‘Firsts’ to try in Papua New Guinea
We all remember our first kiss, our first trip on a plane, our first day at work; life can be quite an adventure.
Battlefield pilgrims descend on Darwin for anniversary of bombings
With 19 February 2012 marking the 70th anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin, Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours has introduced a new Darwin Bombing tour.
Dubai Tourism unveils new Facebook page
The Dubai Department of Commerce Tourism and Marketing has launched a new Facebook page catering to both the Australian and New Zealand market.
Rocky Mountaineer Launches New Online Booking System on TravelAgent Website
Rocky Mountaineer is pleased to announce the launch of its newly revamped online booking system, available on the Travel Agent Website.
Southern Hemisphere Early Bird snow holidays
Skimax, a specialist snow holiday operator, has released their 2012 New Zealand, Australia and South America ski brochure packed with well-priced options to the more popular snow-covered resorts in the southern hemisphere.
World Health Travel Alerts - Mozzies: a global disease risk for travellers
Travel Counsellors are changing the travel industry… “Most of my new clients come from my everyday life”
Mobile Travel Agents - is a Travelscene Corporate memberWhich is Australias largest group of premium independent travel management companies. Our association with American Express means Cardmembers can use Membership Rewards points to pay for any travel arrangements with MTA.
Thinking about your career in 2012?
C&M Travel Recruitment - Recruitment Open Evening. Westin Hotel - 4.30pm-7.30pm.Come and speak to an expert travel recruiter for career advice, gain tips on your resume and interviewing techniques! Call for an appointment today - . C&M Travel Recruitment work with some of the biggest names in the travel industry in Australia.
Japan Airlines - Airline Sales ExecutiveJAL is looking for an experienced Sales Executive
Derek Morris Joins China Southern
One of Australias best known airline executives this week joins China Southern Airlines regional sales and marketing department in its Sydney headquarters.
Babai is Back
David Babai, the travel entrepreneur who founded and built Gullivers Travel Associates (GTA), eventually selling it to Cendant in 2005 for $1.1 bn, is re-entering the wholesale tourism business by taking on the chairmanship of G2 Travel.
2012 Visit USA Expos Invitation
Visit USA is a major interactive Roadshow held in Australia for travel professionals.
Celebrate Mahalo Month specials with Qantas – Sales to 30 March 12Departures from 01 April 12 to 31 May 12. From $679* pp plus taxes, taxes approx. $476* pp
5 nights at Fiji Beach Resort & Spa managed by Hilton from $1167 incl. flights/taxes/transfers/upgrade to 1 Bed Beachfront,/daily Freedom Fridge/ booking feeValid till 31 March and bookable anytime for all industry members
Qantas Scoops Six 'Top Drop' Wins at Cellars in The Sky Awards
Qantas commitment to excellence in wine service has resulted in six top awards at the internationally prestigious Cellar in the Sky Awards, held in London last night.
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The AUD has had a great 2012 against the USD
Associated Foreign Exchange Australia speaks out about our economy
An ITMI YosemiteHow to shut up three coachloads of International Tour Management Institute (ITMI) certified tour directors: take them somewhere as stunning as Yosemite. Because some places speak for themselves.
Justin QuekAfter years of travelling and testing the finest dishes from around the globe, Singaporean Celebrity Chef Justin Quek returned home last year to help design the menu and template of Sky on 57 in Marina Bay Sands.
