Virgin Australia cuts back as coronavirus bites into demand
The Virgin Australia Group has announced a series of fleet and network cutbacks, including major reductions in its Tigerair A320 services, which it says “come as coronavirus has a weakening effect on international and domestic demand, with an expected A$50-75 million impact to the Group’s earnings for FY20”. … Continue Reading
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Qatar Airways is making temporary hold and schedule adjustments to its operations to South Korea and Iran until further notice due to significant operational challenges caused by entry restrictions imposed by certain countries. 
Mastercard today announced that Ajay Banga, President and Chief Executive Officer, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of Mastercard Incorporated on January 1, 2021. 
Nothing gets the palate exercising more eagerly than the arrival of a case of samples from Darry and Chester Osborn and their team in South Australia’s McLaren Vale — especially if it contains an untried ultra-premium red. 
This November forget Spring Racing! Instead why not treat yourself to the ultimate Spring break with ecruising’s sensational 25-night RAIL & SAIL Australian Journey & the NZ Escape package. 
We are excited to inform you that Tongole Wilderness Lodge, located in the untouched rugged terrain of the Nkhotakota Wilderness Reserve, have rebranded to the Tongole Wilderness Retreat (TWR). 
I admit that my answer to a well-meaning colleague’s question about why I was flying to the southern New Zealand city of Queenstown was a trifle glib: “I flying over for a champagne dinner.” 
Over two million visitors will converge on Sydney to enjoy Vivid Sydney from May 22 – June 13, 2020, Australia’s major event in winter, and the largest event of its kind in the world combining light, music and ideas. 
Celebrate your wedding at the magnificent Al Garhoud Ballroom at the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai. Let the hotel’s dedicated meetings and events team enthrall you with ideas and help you to plan your special day. 
Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano unveils its latest renovation this season, including the entire 4th floor of accommodations with 13 rooms and 1 suite. 
Yesterday, 25 February 2020, Hilton Brisbane Team Members gathered together at the Brisbane Botanical Gardens to collect litter from the beautiful river and parklands in participation of Corporate Clean Up Australia Day. 
Attracting more than half-a-million visitors and over 1,200 wine growers, the Bordeaux Wine Festival, June 18 – 21, is one of the many cultural and historical celebrations throughout France in 2020. 
Backyard Travel, the online boutique tour operator specializing in insider tours throughout Asia today announced the ultimate Balinese trip for newlyweds seeking a holistically healthful honeymoon. 
Viking has announced four additional destinations for its 2020 Information Sessions, coming to Perth, Hobart, Newcastle and Canberra in May. 
