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Ash Cloud Update

Friday, 17 June 2011

All Qantas domestic services will operate as scheduled on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 June.

Cocoa Island leads the way in Maldives reef conservation

Friday, 17 June 2011

COMO Hotels & Resorts property Cocoa Island leads the way with General Manager Felix Yeo putting his Master Diver license to good use by taking to the sea on a daily basis to grow his coral and re-build the reef.

Shangri-La's Fijian Resort & Spa Celebrates World Ocean Day

Friday, 17 June 2011

Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa staff and volunteers from the Cuvu District School Environment Club potted and planted more than 300 mangrove seedlings.

Volcanic Ash Update 9

Friday, 17 June 2011

Following the latest Metservice forecast, Air New Zealand will recommence services into and out of Queenstown from midday today.

Waiver of Conditions due to of the eruption of Mt Puyehue Cordon Caulle volcano in Chile

Thursday, 16 June 2011

The Qantas network is experiencing flight disruptions due to the Volcanic Eruption in Chile.

Volcanic Ash Update 7

Thursday, 16 June 2011

Air New Zealand will resume operations in the lower South Island this afternoon following a new forecast from the New Zealand.

Flight Cancellations Due to Volcanic Ash from Chilean Eruption

Thursday, 16 June 2011

Flights to and from New Zealand, including to Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, have experienced cancellations and delays.

Virgin Australia Suspends NZ Services

Thursday, 16 June 2011

Pacific Blue has suspended services into and out of Auckland and Hamilton in New Zealand, effective immediately because of the volcanic ash plume.

Volcanic Ash Update form Qantas domestic

Thursday, 16 June 2011

All Qantas domestic services will operate as scheduled on Thursday 16 June.

SAA flights into and out of Perth affected by volcanic ash cloud

Wednesday, 15 June 2011

South African Airways (SAA) has announced that due to the volcanic ash cloud originating from Chile, flights into and out of Australia into Perth have been affected.

Quest franchisee joins the St Vinnies CEO Sleep-out

Wednesday, 15 June 2011

Quest Franchisee, Andrew Edsor, Quest North Ryde will join fellow businesspeople on 16 June for the St Vinnies CEO Sleep-out.

Run Your Own Race in the 2011 Bank of Melbourne Marathon Festival

Wednesday, 15 June 2011

Whether you’re at peak fitness or just starting out, compete in the 2011 Bank of Melbourne Marathon Festival and set yourself a goal.

AYANA Certified as Eco Hotel by TUV Rheinland

Wednesday, 15 June 2011

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali has been certified as an Eco Hotel by the prestigious TUV Rheinland Germany, in recognition of its commitment to reduce its carbon footprint through environmentally sustainable practices.

Contiki Holidays Proudly Sponsors Céline Cousteau’s Ocean Inspiration Initiatives

Wednesday, 15 June 2011

Contiki joins supporters for two tributes to the life & legacy of Jacques Cousteau in honour of his 100th anniversary

Leaders market greener Thailand

Tuesday, 14 June 2011

Thailand’s green travel leaders are urging industry operators to address global warning problems and market the country as a leading green tourism destination.

ANZ Travel Card flexes its currencies

Thursday, 9 June 2011

ANZ has announced upgrades to its Travel Card, removing transaction fees on purchases and offering a choice of up to ten different currencies on the one card.

Discover Even More Rewards with MasterCard This Great Singapore Sale

Thursday, 9 June 2011

Gear up to be rewarded like never before this Great Singapore Sale (GSS), as MasterCard returns as the official card for the eighth year running.

Check-In for Japan Initative from Preferred Hotel Group

Thursday, 9 June 2011

Preferred Hotel Group has proudly kicked off the “Check-in for Japan” benefit sale featuring 190 members worldwide that have banded together to generously donate over 770 room nights.

Virgin Australia certifies its carbon

Thursday, 2 June 2011

Virgin Australia has committed itself to minimising the carrier’s impact on the environment, receiving its Carbon Neutral certification.

Environmental operators are Protected (in) Areas

Monday, 30 May 2011

Tourism operators working in protected areas have received recognition from the government, awarded greater commercial certainty, less administrative burden and better protection for the environment.

Aleenta resorts releases baby turtles and commits to long-term conservation project

Monday, 30 May 2011

Guests at the exclusive Aleenta Phuket–Phang Nga resort were given the chance of a lifetime recently to help save indigenous turtles when they released 20 endangered baby leatherback turtles into the Andaman Sea.

Voyage staff P (dress)-up for Japan

Friday, 27 May 2011

Voyager consultants and managers raised hundred of dollars last week, as the head office dressed up in “Something starting with P”, following the company’s rebranding to the colour purple.

Jumeirah Emirates Towers holds Vertical Marathon

Friday, 27 May 2011

Jumeirah Emirates Towers has hosted this year's Vertical Marathon to raise funds for Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF).

United and Continental Extend Travel Options for Customers Affected by Japan Earthquake

Thursday, 17 March 2011

United Continental Holdings, Inc. has extended travel options for United and Continental customers whose flight plans may be affected by the earthquake and its aftermath in Japan.