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he Qantas Group has boosted its 27% share in Vietnam-based low-cost carrier Jetstar Pacific to 30% “in-line with long-term commitments”, paying AUD7.5 million as part of the deal. … Continue Reading
Fiji has beaten off strong opposition from a field of international competition to take out top honours at the 2012 Australia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings EXPO (AIME) where the Tourism Fiji stand has received the ‘Best Stand Over 36m²’ award. … Continue Reading
• Oman Air Tops the List at Travelplus Airline Amenity Bag Awards 2011United Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of United Continental Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: UAL), today announced plans to launch daily, nonstop flights between its New York hub, Newark Liberty International Airport, and Istanbul, effective July 1, 2012, subject to … Continue Reading
• AirAsia Reduces Baggage FeesBudapest Airport entertained airline operators, travel agencies, hotel partners and other travel trade associates at its annual gala dinner and awards night at VAM Design Center in Budapest last Thursday, 16th February. … Continue Reading
• Operating indicators for January 2012British Airways is delighted to announce the appointment of Karen Harrison as Commercial Manager for Australia. … Continue Reading
• Berjaya Hotels & Resorts appoints Global Sales office in North AsiaWhile Red And White Fleet features San Francisco’s original bay tour, the family-owned bay cruise operator is an ideal setting for families looking for enrichment and entertainment activities during Spring Break. … Continue Reading
• Celebrate Oscar Season with an Affordable Getaway to Glitzy Hollywood
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A shining light in the Centre of Pattaya Just over an hour journey from Bangkok, You’ll receive a warm welcome at the Sunbeam Hotel … Continue Reading
In a significant expansion of the T-QUAL Accreditation Program, large tourism organisations such as hotel chains, airlines and restaurant franchises will be able to become accredited and display the T-QUAL Tick. … Continue Reading
• PwC Releases Flyer-Focused, Values-Based “Customer Experience” Roadmap to Help U.S. Airlines Drive Revenue Growth and Customer SatisfactionPaul Gauguin Cruises (www.pgcruises.com), operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, is excited to announce the 2013 sailing schedule. Guests aboard The Gauguin will have the chance … Continue Reading
• Hurtigruten’s Best Selling Shore Excursion: Excursion to the North CapeFour years on and the devastating effects of the 2008 Sichuan earthquake on the local tourism industry seem to have passed. Jiuzhai Valley National Park is arguably China’s most beautiful natural site and the country’s premier national park. … Continue Reading
• 5 Ways to Unleash the Inner ‘Thrill Seeker’ in Delta County, Colo., this SummerEcuador’s leading hospitality company for active adventure, Red Mangrove Galapagos and Ecuador Lodges http://www.redmangrove.com/, is creating Red Mangrove Tortuga Reserve, the first such reserve in the Galapagos. … Continue Reading
• Waste Management Education for Elementary School Students
ALTHOUGH its just $10 a bottle, Deakin Estate’s 2010 Shiraz is a wine you can easily put on the table with a meal to impress – things like oven-baked rack of lamb, or a hearty beef and Guinness pie come quickly to mind. … Continue Reading
A dedicated golf travel iPad application for South Africa – the first of its kind for the country – has been launched by Giltedge Golf&Sport, a division of luxury travel group, Giltedge Travel. … Continue Reading
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, and Bangladesh Services Limited (BSL) today announce the signing of a 30-year management agreement for the InterContinental Dhaka. … Continue Reading
• Soneva Fushi Welcomes ‘Hunter Gatherer’ Chef, Thomas Rode AndersenIn its latest promotion, Tiger Airways announced that it will offer up to 75% off one-way fares to 15 popular destinations across Asia. … Continue Reading
• Distinctly Luxurious in Australia’s Top EndCheck into The Excelsior, Hong Kong for an Easter-time stay from 1 to 10 April 2012 and enjoy a dining treat in any of the six restaurants. … Continue Reading
• Distinctive London Suites at The Savoy
The Chifley Hotels – part of SilverNeedle Hospitality – offer a quality MICE experience at an affordable price. With prime locations in Australia and New Zealand including Victoria (Dandenong and Geelong); South Australia (Adelaide); New South Wales (Eastern Creek, Penrith, Wollongong and Newcastle); Queensland (Brisbane and Cairns); Northern Territory (Alice Springs) and in New Zealand (Auckland). … Continue Reading
Travel Counsellors has today confirmed that it will re-imburse its customers that did not have relevant travel insurance the original cost of the flight ticket they had booked through them with Air Australia that may otherwise be left out of pocket as a result of the collapse of the airline. … Continue Reading
The Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region has an exciting year ahead in 2012 and well beyond, with a wide range of new developments and refurbishments either underway or well into the planning stages. … Continue Reading
Mr. Alex Willats, General Manager of Dusit Thani, Bangkok, congratulates the newly-elected President of Skal International Bangkok Mr. Dale Lawrence. … Continue Reading
• BFS Cargo Organized a Charity “the Second Annual BFS Cargo Awards Gala Dinner”W
hilst this northern part of Japan is renowned for quality snow the amount (and how early it came) has surpassed the expectations of most snow enthusiasts. … Continue Reading
Travel fans are being given another chance to win 50 fabulous vacations at destinations around the world with the latest version of Orbitz.com’s Facebook sweepstakes Orbitz 50 Faves(1), a fun and free Facebook game. … Continue Reading
• New Dominican Republic Ad Campaign Goes SocialPut the past in the palm of your hand – time-travel on your iPhone or iPod touch with the murderers, gravediggers and celebrity photographers of Time Traveler Tours. Dedicated to youth – and the young at heart – these groundbreaking tours combine the traditional power of storytelling with the latest in mobile technology to bring history and culture to life. … Continue Reading
• Travelport brings high-speed Italian rail to travel agentsLaos remains relatively exotic, unexplored and is possibly the most overlooked destination in Asia, despite its rich culture, history and diverse ecosystem. … Continue Reading
• Wilderness River Adventures Announces Special Interest Grand Canyon Rafting TripsTaiwan is a beautiful island, a land of diverse scenery with towering mountains and dramatic coastlines. Apart from its wondrous natural assets, Taiwan is also characterized by a fascinating mix of traditional and modern culture and the coexistence of different ethnic groups. … Continue Reading
• Dubai Tourism posts impressive 2011 results
Alison Price on Air, the exclusive in-flight catering service, has this month completed the training of its 50th Flight Attendant as part of its on-going educational programme aimed at improving catering services in the skies. … Continue Reading
Due to popular demand, in partnership with Virgin Australia, Trafalgar (www.trafalgar.com/aus) has extended its red hot Virgin Australia air and land deals to the USA, allowing agents and clients to take advantage of the specials until 29 February, 2012. … Continue Reading
• Thrilling Dubai stopover
