Kiwis fly non-stop to BaliAir New Zealand has just launched its new twice weekly service between Auckland and Denpasar offering Kiwis a non- stop service to the popular destination.
- TripAdvisor advised over non-genuine reviews
TripAdvisor has had a shake up after the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) told the travel website it could not claim that all of its reviews are genuine and written be real travellers.
1 - Cebu Pacific plans international expansion
The Philippine flag carrier Cebu Pacific has released plans to update its fleet and launch services outside of Asia, including Australia, the Middle East, part of Europe and the US.
1 - Fuel pumps-up Qantas surcharges
- Cost management reins in 2012: CWT
- Excite Holidays excited by 171 per cent growth
Hong Kong Airlines introduces their new premium Club Series, launching daily services from Hong Kong to London Gatwick from 7Mar12Experience a new world of sophisticated flying, on brand new A330-200s in an all premium Club Class or Club Classic cabin.
A new era begins with the iconic return of Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Discover the new Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa featuring an intimate selection of 77 refined suites and villas,
Burma Unveiled
Glenyce Johnson, Managing Director of Peregrine Adventures, has just returned from 12 days on the Burma Unveiled trip and now counts Burma among her top ten Countries to visit.
Al's Group attends ITB 2012- Mantra Group reports record result
The year of the Dragon is already showing signs of success for Queensland’s accommodation operator Mantra Group with reports of 218 percent increase in booking to Cairns.
ZUJI StarZ Play Cupid to Bring You Romantic Holiday Specials and More
Let us help kindle your flames of love this Valentine’s Day!
Discover the art of human touch… at ISIKA Spa
Opening at Burswood Entertainment Complex February 8 2012!
Spicers Peak Lodge launches new luxury spa
Indulge in world class beauty and relaxation treatments with mountains and the sounds of nature as a backdrop at the new Spa Anise at Spicers Peak Lodge.
New Upgrades and Amenities at Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino
Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino rang in the New Year with a $1 million total resort upgrade, ensuring a stellar 2011/2012 winter season.
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
Cathay Pacific upgrading to a new reservations system on 11/12 February
Web site, online check-in, ticket purchases to be unavailable for a portion of that weekend
Virgin Australia launches ‘Breakations’ to Hamilton Island
Blue Holidays, the holiday program of Virgin Australia, has launched 'Breakations’ to Hamilton Island, the new short vacation, where a much needed break becomes a mini holiday.
MSC cruises forecasts further growth in 2012THE number of inquiries and bookings for cruises aboard MSC Cruises’ international fleet continue to grow at a “healthy” rate as the family-owned cruise line prepares to launch its 12th vessel – the luxurious MSC Divina - in France in late May this year.
Cruise Council Announces 2011 FinalistsThe International Cruise Council Australasia has announced the finalists for its prestigious 2011 Cruise Industry Awards.
Orion sharpens the focus on Vietnam
Learn from the experts. Award winning wildlife photographer, author and filmmaker, Sue Flood, joins international photographer Nick Rains as a guest presenter onboard Orion II during a 9 night Vietnam Explorer photographic voyage.
Princess Cruises Calls for Passenger Photos with a ‘1000 Memories at Sea’ Competition
Princess Cruises is looking for 1000 passenger-submitted cruise holiday photos to showcase permanently onboard its new Royal Princess when the ship launches in autumn 2013.
Hollywood Heights HotelAn affordable dash of Hollywood is only a stone’s throw from the city’s major attractions at the Hollywood Heights Hotel.
Bubba Gump no shrimp in entertainment… Santa Monica‘How can I be having so much fun in a themed restaurant?’
2
A Californian Adventure indeed!Let me commence this story by stating that the Disney Californian Adventure is in no way a lesser of the two theme parks in the Disneyland resort.
The perfect escape - Amorgos!Discover an island of pure bliss without the tourists.
Leisurely Italy with 2, 3, 4 and even 5 night staysSmaller groups, genuinely inclusive with more time for sightseeing!
An Overwater Bungalow package in Bora Bora for under $3,500pp?Yes, it's true! Click here for details...
Burma Top 10 for Peregrine Managing Director
Echoing the sentiments of CNN and New York Times, Glenyce Johnson, Peregrine Managing Director has also named Burma as a must-see destination in 2012.
New approach to the daily deals market with launch of the ‘Great Stayz Get-together’
Stayz.com.au announced it will be the first Australian holiday rental site to trial a daily deals product with the launch of their ‘Great Stayz Get-together’ campaign.
Journey Through Ancient Greece
Madagascar Adventures
Retrace historical steps in Alaska and Canada with Adventure World
Amadeus signs four-year agreement with global online player Travix for content distribution and IT services worldwide
Amadeus, a leading travel technology partner and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, announces it has signed a four-year agreement with Travix, the largest Dutch online travel company and daughter company of BCD Holdings NV, to provide content distribution services and IT solutions worldwide.
Tourism Fiji weather update no. 3a
Nadi, Fiji – 1600 hours, 02 February 2012
- The year MICE coexisted with tech
2011 will always be the year that the meetings and events industries commenced a peaceful and coexisting relationship with technology, according to new findings.
- Business travellers warned about security risk destinations
Business travellers have been given a heads up with security experts revealing the most unstable destinations and likely threats for 2012.
Science, Medicine and Lifestyle Dominate Sydney Events Calendar
Large-scale international science and medical conferences will share the stage with an increasing number of high-profile lifestyle expos in another big year for Australia’s busiest events venue.
OPEN YOUR MIND - 'Bad PowerPoint Banned'
MEA 2012 Becomes First Major Conference in the World to Ban Bad PowerPoint
PhoCusWright@ITB Berlin: Preeminent Travel Technology Conference to Host Key European Travel Leaders
7 March 2012 event includes interviews with the CEOs of Booking.com and ODIGEO
Top Car Rental DestinationsGreat Car Rental Deals for 2012!
- South Africa targets Indian visitors
South Africa is experiencing a continued growth in the number of tourists from India, aiming for 100,000 visitors by 2014 according to SA Times.
Orpheus - The new tropical jewel on Australia’s doorstep
After undergoing a recent upgrade, Orpheus, set in the heart of the world’s natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef, is reopening its doors on 3 March 2012 to offer guests the ultimate in tropical island escapism.
- Flight Review – Emirates Flight EK126 VIE-DXB
Tuesday, 31 January 2012
Patriotism Alive and Well in AustraliaAustralians remain highly patriotic and proud of their diversity, according to results from retail travel network Travelworld’s ‘I Love Australia’ Facebook competition.
Celebration of Chocolate on Hayman
Hayman will be on everyone’s lips in April 2012 as the acclaimed private island destination in the Great Barrier Reef celebrates the world of chocolate with fun-filled Easter events and an appearance by the Easter Bunny.
- Brisbane rings in 2012 with Thirsty Thursdays
Cloudland’s Crystal Palais was the place to be last night for Brisbane’s travel industry as they celebrated the first Thirsty Thursdays of 2012.
Toga Hospitality CEO dons her apron for the inaugural CEO CookOff
Rachel Argaman joins corporate elite and famous chefs feeding Sydney’s people in need.
Thinking about your career in 2012?
Come and Join usTravel Counsellors is the world’s leading travel home-working company, with a network of over 1200 Travel Counsellors across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, South Africa and Australia.
Mobile Travel Agents - is a Travelscene Corporate memberWhich is Australia’s 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.
Tourism Coordinator – Longreach QLDBring your passion for the tourism industry to a career with a progressive regional council.
TMS Asia Pacific – Jobs available now- Full Time Retail Travel Consultant – Travelworld Carindale in Brisbane
Be part of this award winning team and click here now
Experienced Travel Consultants – Escape Travel - Brisbane & Surrounds- Experienced Travel Consultant – Escape Travel - Melbourne
Corporate Groups - Experienced Travel Manager - Flight Centre, NSW
InterContinental Adelaide Appoints Director of Marketing
InterContinental Adelaide welcomes Rupert Diss to the role of Director of Marketing.
2012 Visit USA Expos Invitation
Visit USA is a major interactive Roadshow held in Australia for travel professionals.
Sea Princess Asian cruising for less than $100pp per day including port charges and taxes21 nights from $1999 - Valid all members plus family and friends
Azamara Club Cruises Industry Rates, valid For All Industry Members, various departure dates, please call us on 02 9250 9400 for details – from $1,274* per person
Grand Canyon Skywalk at Grand Canyon West voted the “Best New Bridge” by Travel + Leisure Magazine
One of the most recognizable and popular travel magazines, Travel + Leisure, has crowned the Grand Canyon Skywalk as the “best new bridge.”
Trip Advisor rates Oaks M on Palmer, Townsville in Australia’s Top 25 Trendiest Hotels
The results are in and Oaks popular M on Palmer in Townsville has been awarded for the third consecutive year in Trip Advisors most popular awards poll – winning a place as one of Australia’s top 25 Trendiest Hotels.
Hilton Worldwide Properties in Asia Pacific Voted Among World’s Top Hotel Brands at TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Awards 2012
Markets celebrate Canberra's multicultural community on International Day
Join Canberra’s award-winning Old Bus Depot Markets as it celebrates the capital’s rich and diverse multicultural community at International Day, to be held on Sunday 18 March.
- QF flight grounded by stinky nappy
A Qantas aircraft flying from Darwin to Brisbane was forced to make a landing at Mt Isa late last week after a strange smell wafted through the cabin.
- No more hotel TV remotes with launch of new app
With television remotes arguably found to be the most germ-ridden thing in a hotel room, a new app that turns smartphones into remote controls is set to change the way people travel.
All Black Boeing 777-300ER Landing
Boeing's new Air New Zealand 777-300ER, the world's largest commercially operated aircraft to be painted all black, touched down in New Zealand for the first time this morning (Thursday 12 January) at Auckland International Airport.
Flight Review – Emirates Flight EK418 DXB-SYDWednesday, 1 February 2012
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.
Phuket continues to attract holidayersKnown as 'the Pearl of the South', Phuket is reclaiming its position as Thailand's key destination for honeymooners and families alike.
1
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.
