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		    <title>Raised fees threaten Qatar&apos;s presence</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128143/raised-fees-threaten-qataraposs-presence</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Qatar Airways warns the decision by a private airport operator in the Maldives to hike handling fees will affect the airlines operations and threaten services to the popular destination.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Bill changes threatens regional services: QF</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128142/bill-changes-threatens-regional-services-qf</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Australia&apos;s flag carrier could be forced to withdraw Darwin and Cairns connecting services to Asia and Europe if Government proposed amendments to crew legislations are approved, according to Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128142/bill-changes-threatens-regional-services-qf</guid>
		    <category>Top Stories</category>
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		    <title>South African secures ties with China</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128140/south-african-secures-ties-with-china</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[In an effort to strengthen its ties with China, South African Airways has this week launched non-stop flights to Beijing.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128140/south-african-secures-ties-with-china</guid>
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		    <title>Travellers to book and pay now or face increase</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128139/travellers-to-book-and-pay-now-or-face-increase</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Travellers are being urged to lock in their cheaper deals now if they wish to beat Qantas&apos;s impending airfare price rises, according to Flight Centre Limited managing director Graham Turner.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128139/travellers-to-book-and-pay-now-or-face-increase</guid>
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		    <title>New Zealand hits record visitor number</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128137/new-zealand-hits-record-visitor-number</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Tourism New Zealand has reported that a hike in visitor arrivals for the month of December 2011 has resulted in visitor arrival numbers hitting 2.6 million, an all time annual high.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128137/new-zealand-hits-record-visitor-number</guid>
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		    <title>Korean Air Q4 results positive</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128135/korean-air-q4-results-positive</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Korean Air Lines, South Korea's leading airline has reported that its earnings rose almost fivefold in the fourth quarter year on year.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128135/korean-air-q4-results-positive</guid>
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		    <title>Thai Airways Year Round Industry rates to Thailand</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128145/thai-airways-year-round-industry-rates-to-thailand</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Sales to 28 Sep 12! Departures to 31 Mar 13! From $509* return plus taxes, taxes approx $420*-$455* pp.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128145/thai-airways-year-round-industry-rates-to-thailand</guid>
		    <category>Interline Deals</category>
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		    <title>Mobile Travel Agents - is a Travelscene Corporate member</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/123137/mobile-travel-agents-is-a-travelscene-corporate-member</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Which is Australia&apos;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.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/123137/mobile-travel-agents-is-a-travelscene-corporate-member</guid>
		    <category>Employment</category>
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		    <title>Hyatt Regency coolum takes the lead on events</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128111/hyatt-regency-coolum-takes-the-lead-on-events</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[With new facilities, new rooms and a winning mix of business and pleasure, Hyatt Regency Coolum Golf Resort and Spa has cemented its place as the Sunshine Coast&apos;s leading events destination.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128111/hyatt-regency-coolum-takes-the-lead-on-events</guid>
		    <category>Hospitality News</category>
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		    <title>Hong Kong Airlines introduces their new premium Club Series, launching daily services from Hong Kong to London Gatwick from 7Mar12</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127923/hong-kong-airlines-introduces-their-new-premium-club-series-launching-daily-services-from-hong-kong-to-london-gatwick-from-7mar12</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Experience a new world of sophisticated flying, on brand new A330-200s in an all premium Club Class or Club Classic cabin.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127923/hong-kong-airlines-introduces-their-new-premium-club-series-launching-daily-services-from-hong-kong-to-london-gatwick-from-7mar12</guid>
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		    <title>Fly direct from Australia to Mauritius and beyond to Africa and Europe</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128073/fly-direct-from-australia-to-mauritius-and-beyond-to-africa-and-europe</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air Mauritius is the quickest and most convenient way to travel to Mauritius and flies to some 25 destinations across the globe]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Thu, 2 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128073/fly-direct-from-australia-to-mauritius-and-beyond-to-africa-and-europe</guid>
		    <category>Airline News</category>
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		    <title>Experience sailing Croatia at 10% off</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128095/experience-sailing-croatia-at-10-off</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Ahoy SunSailor, It's not too late to get the ultimate Valentine's present for that special someone, and not too early to start thinking about your ideal Easter break.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128095/experience-sailing-croatia-at-10-off</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>Airline Bankruptcy - how to pay back travel agents?</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128138/airline-bankruptcy-how-to-pay-back-travel-agents</link>
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		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128138/airline-bankruptcy-how-to-pay-back-travel-agents</guid>
		    <category>Airline News</category>
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		    <title>11 Day China Explorer Summer Special on 1 July flying with China Eastern: A$2880 per person including taxes.</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128107/11-day-china-explorer-summer-special-on-1-july-flying-with-china-eastern-a2880-per-person-including-taxes</link>
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		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128107/11-day-china-explorer-summer-special-on-1-july-flying-with-china-eastern-a2880-per-person-including-taxes</guid>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>Thinking about your career in 2012?</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127315/thinking-about-your-career-in-2012</link>
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		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127315/thinking-about-your-career-in-2012</guid>
		    <category>Employment</category>
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		    <title>Norovirus attacks three cruise ships</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128146/norovirus-attacks-three-cruise-ships</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Ruby Princess, Crown Princess and Voyager of the Seas have all been hit with Norovirus in the past week with approximately 700 people affected overall.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128146/norovirus-attacks-three-cruise-ships</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>Man overboard on Allure</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128112/man-overboard-on-allure</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[The search continues for a 30 year old British man who was reported as going overboard from his Deck 11 cabin balcony on Allure of the Seas on Friday.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128112/man-overboard-on-allure</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>Flight Review – Emirates Flight EK418 DXB-SYD</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128064/flight-review-emirates-flight-ek418-dxb-syd</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Wednesday, 1 February 2012]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Thu, 2 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128064/flight-review-emirates-flight-ek418-dxb-syd</guid>
		    <category>Flight Review</category>
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		    <title>Deadline for Costa Concordia survivors</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128147/deadline-for-costa-concordia-survivors</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Survivors of the Costa Concordia tragedy face a 12 February deadline to submit their claims for lost luggage and personal effects.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128147/deadline-for-costa-concordia-survivors</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>An ITMI Yosemite</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127752/an-itmi-yosemite</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[How 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.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127752/an-itmi-yosemite</guid>
		    <category>On Location</category>
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		    <title>Work starts on $68 million Sydney Airport hotel</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128105/work-starts-on-68-million-sydney-airport-hotel</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[$68 million four-star Rydges hotel to open at International terminal in 2013]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128105/work-starts-on-68-million-sydney-airport-hotel</guid>
		    <category>Airport News</category>
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		    <title>Come and Join us</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127638/come-and-join-us</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Travel Counsellors is the world&apos;s leading travel home-working company, with a network of over 1200 Travel Counsellors across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, South Africa and Australia.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127638/come-and-join-us</guid>
		    <category>Employment</category>
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		    <title>2012 Visit USA Expos Invitation</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127468/2012-visit-usa-expos-invitation</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Visit USA is a major interactive Roadshow held in Australia for travel professionals.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127468/2012-visit-usa-expos-invitation</guid>
		    <category>Invitations</category>
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		    <title>Princess Cruises Claims Premium Awards</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128104/princess-cruises-claims-premium-awards</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Princess Cruises has been recognised as the Best Premium Cruise Line for the second year running at the recent Cruise Passengers Readers Choice Awards, with its superliner Dawn Princess claiming the award for Best Premium Cruise Ship.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128104/princess-cruises-claims-premium-awards</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>P&amp;O Cruises Receives Double Recognition at Awards</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128103/pampo-cruises-receives-double-recognition-at-awards</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[P&amp;O Cruises has cemented its status as Australia&apos;s most popular cruise line, retaining two major awards at the recent Cruise Passenger Readers&apos; Choice Awards.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128103/pampo-cruises-receives-double-recognition-at-awards</guid>
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		    <title>C&amp;M Travel Recruitment - Recruitment Open Evening. Westin Hotel - 4.30pm-7.30pm.</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127824/campm-travel-recruitment-recruitment-open-evening-westin-hotel-430pm-730pm</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Come and speak to an expert travel recruiter for career advice, gain tips on your resume and interviewing techniques! Call for an appointment today - 0287055428. C&amp;M Travel Recruitment work with some of the biggest names in the travel industry in Australia.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127824/campm-travel-recruitment-recruitment-open-evening-westin-hotel-430pm-730pm</guid>
		    <category>Employment</category>
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		    <title>Tourism Coordinator – Longreach QLD</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127950/tourism-coordinator-longreach-qld</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Bring your passion for the tourism industry to a career with a progressive regional council.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127950/tourism-coordinator-longreach-qld</guid>
		    <category>Employment</category>
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		    <title>Sales Executive</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128144/sales-executive</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[JAL is looking for an experienced Sales Executive]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128144/sales-executive</guid>
		    <category>Employment</category>
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		    <title>Fort Lauderdale – The Experience of the Florida Coast</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128036/fort-lauderdale-the-experience-of-the-florida-coast</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Click here to view an exclusive video and what was an unknown destination just a few years ago]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128036/fort-lauderdale-the-experience-of-the-florida-coast</guid>
		    <category>GLBT News</category>
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		    <title>Forever Resorts - Waterways</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128094/forever-resorts-waterways</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Houseboat vacation and marina news]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128094/forever-resorts-waterways</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>Experienced Travel Consultants - Corporate Traveller - North Sydney</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128039/experienced-travel-consultants-corporate-traveller-north-sydney</link>
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		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128039/experienced-travel-consultants-corporate-traveller-north-sydney</guid>
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		    <title>AAT Kings releases 30 per cent off Short Breaks to the Northern Territory</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128102/aat-kings-releases-30-per-cent-off-short-breaks-to-the-northern-territory</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Savings of up to $408 per couple on offer]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128102/aat-kings-releases-30-per-cent-off-short-breaks-to-the-northern-territory</guid>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>airberlin to be part of oneworld from 20 March</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128101/airberlin-to-be-part-of-oneworld-from-20-march</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[airberlin will become a full member of oneworld® with effect from Tuesday 20 March 2012, adding Europe's sixth largest carrier to the premier global airline alliance.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128101/airberlin-to-be-part-of-oneworld-from-20-march</guid>
		    <category>Airline News</category>
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		    <title>Complimentary Alaska Shore Tours from American Cruise Lines</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128100/complimentary-alaska-shore-tours-from-american-cruise-lines</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Fine selection of carefully planned excursions offered throughout inaugural season]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128100/complimentary-alaska-shore-tours-from-american-cruise-lines</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>More for your Amour with Sofitel magnifique romance packages</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128099/more-for-your-amour-with-sofitel-magnifique-romance-packages</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Sofitel Fiji Resort &amp; Spa; Sofitel Queenstown Hotel &amp; Spa; Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Resort &amp; Private Island]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128099/more-for-your-amour-with-sofitel-magnifique-romance-packages</guid>
		    <category>Hospitality News</category>
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		    <title>Queenslanders urged to safeguard local jobs</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128098/queenslanders-urged-to-safeguard-local-jobs</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Greyhound Australia has launched a very Australian campaign to get locals moving again, injecting much needed funds into the Queensland tourism sector.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128098/queenslanders-urged-to-safeguard-local-jobs</guid>
		    <category>Destination News</category>
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		    <title>Silversea expands sales team</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128097/silversea-expands-sales-team</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Following a record sales year in Australia and New Zealand, Silversea is to expand its sales team in 2012.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128097/silversea-expands-sales-team</guid>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>New Cabins Open in Holiday Hotspot Stockton Beach</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128096/new-cabins-open-in-holiday-hotspot-stockton-beach</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Newcastle&apos;s coastal haven of Stockton is now home to a collection of stylish self-contained holiday cabins, located less than 30 seconds walk to the beach.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128096/new-cabins-open-in-holiday-hotspot-stockton-beach</guid>
		    <category>Destination News</category>
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		    <title>Cox &amp; Kings Consecutive Polo Victories</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128133/cox-amp-kings-consecutive-polo-victories</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[COX &amp; KINGS are celebrating after its polo team continued its unbeaten run in the recent annual Jeep Portsea Polo event.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128133/cox-amp-kings-consecutive-polo-victories</guid>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>LAN Airlines Joining American In Terminal 8 At New York JFK</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128132/lan-airlines-joining-american-in-terminal-8-at-new-york-jfk</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[LAN Chile, LAN Peru, and LAN Ecuador – will co-locate in Terminal 8 with American at New York JFK, making LAN the fourth oneworld carrier, besides American, to operate from the terminal, significantly improving convenience for customers.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>National Tourism Conference Secures MCG for 2012 and 2013</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128129/national-tourism-conference-secures-mcg-for-2012-and-2013</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[The premier national tourism industry annual conference, Tourism &amp; Events Excellence (TEE), has secured the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) as the venue for 2012 and 2013.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>The Spa at Coworth Park voted Best UK Hotel Spa</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128128/the-spa-at-coworth-park-voted-best-uk-hotel-spa</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[The Spa at Coworth Park has been named top UK Hotel Spa, ranking it 5th best in the world, by readers of Condé Nast Traveller who also listed The Dorchester Spa eighth in the UK.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>New $3 million sports entertainment venue underway at the Pullman Reef Casino hotel in Cairns</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128127/new-3-million-sports-entertainment-venue-underway-at-the-pullman-reef-casino-hotel-in-cairns</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Construction has commenced on a $3 million state-of-the-art sports entertainment venue at the Pullman Reef Casino Hotel in Cairns.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Amadeus acquires airconomy to tap travel market intelligence opportunity</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128125/amadeus-acquires-airconomy-to-tap-travel-market-intelligence-opportunity</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[airconomy will develop and incubate market intelligence products to drive Amadeus&apos; response to growing prospects for travel market intelligence]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128125/amadeus-acquires-airconomy-to-tap-travel-market-intelligence-opportunity</guid>
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		    <title>Amadeus appoints ex-Wyndham CIO Jeff Edwards to lead rapidly expanding hotel division</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128121/amadeus-appoints-ex-wyndham-cio-jeff-edwards-to-lead-rapidly-expanding-hotel-division</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Edwards brings to Amadeus extensive global experience in hotel distribution and IT systems, an exceptional network and a strong track record in building successful business organizations]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Kununurra Airport Ready for Take Off</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128118/kununurra-airport-ready-for-take-off</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Economic development in Kununurra will take an important step forward tomorrow with Special Minister of State, Gary Gray officially opening a refurbished and expanded Kununurra Airport.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Real Gap launches one-of-a-kind medical internship in Namibia</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128114/real-gap-launches-one-of-a-kind-medical-internship-in-namibia</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[THE newest medical miracle of its kind in Australian travel, Real Gap Experience is offering the inimitable experience of working in a rural medical clinic in eastern Namibia for between eight and 12 weeks.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Starwood Reinvents Hotel Loyalty Landscape with First-Of-Its-Kind Benefits for Global Mega Travelers</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128108/starwood-reinvents-hotel-loyalty-landscape-with-first-of-its-kind-benefits-for-global-mega-travelers</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Starwood Preferred Guest Launches Richest Elite Traveler Benefits in History Including 24-Hour Check-in, One-to-One Starwood Ambassador and Lifetime Status]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Thailand&apos;s newest Ibis hotel is now open in Hua Hin</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128106/thailandaposs-newest-ibis-hotel-is-now-open-in-hua-hin</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Opening rates from just 1080++ THB per night (around $33 AUD)]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Oceania Cruises&apos; New &apos;Riviera&apos; To Feature Music Of Andrew Lloyd Webber</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128136/oceania-cruisesapos-new-aposrivieraapos-to-feature-music-of-andrew-lloyd-webber</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Oceania Cruises has teamed with Royal Theatrical Productions to feature &quot;Now and Forever — The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber&quot; on board its new 1,250-guest Riviera, which debuts in May 2012.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Emirates Adds Fifth U.S. Gateway with New Service to Dallas/Fort Worth</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128134/emirates-adds-fifth-us-gateway-with-new-service-to-dallasfort-worth</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Emirates, one of the fastest growing airlines in the world, has launched its new Dallas/Fort Worth service. It is the fifth gateway for Emirates in the United States, and the fourth new route to join the airline&apos;s international network so far in 2012.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Air Seychelles Announces Flights To Abu Dhabi</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128131/air-seychelles-announces-flights-to-abu-dhabi</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of the Seychelles, today announced details of its new direct flights from Mahé to Abu Dhabi.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Experience more of Moorea for less</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128126/experience-more-of-moorea-for-less</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air Tahiti Nui and Tahiti Travel Connection invite you to take an adventure in Moorea with a new seven-night package, including flights, accommodation, an all-day cruise and a four-wheel drive tour.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Travel Icon Nathan Feld Retires</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128123/travel-icon-nathan-feld-retires</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Co---founder and Managing Director of Voyager Travel Corporation Nathan Feld announced his retirement after 38 years.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Air Vanuatu moves to daily from Sydney</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128120/air-vanuatu-moves-to-daily-from-sydney</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air Vanuatu will move to daily service from Sydney to Port Vila and return, effective 26th June 2012, in time for the school winter break.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>TCF Updates - 3 FEBRUARY 2012</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128141/tcf-updates-3-february-2012</link>
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		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>The Rise of AirAsia&apos;s 100th Dragon</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128117/the-rise-of-airasiaaposs-100th-dragon</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[AirAsia&apos;s 100th Airbus A320 arrives at LCC Terminal]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Skimax moving out</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128116/skimax-moving-out</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Skimax has moved its team of well-informed ski and snowboard consultants to a new location]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Travel To The UK In Style With British Airways&apos; Upgrade Offer</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128113/travel-to-the-uk-in-style-with-british-airwaysapos-upgrade-offer</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[British Airways are giving customers the opportunity to fly First class, with an exciting premium upgrade offer.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>No destination too tough for Travelscene American Express</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128110/no-destination-too-tough-for-travelscene-american-express</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Having trekked 2270km on foot from the edge of Antarctica to the South Pole and back over 89 days, young Australian adventurers James &quot;Cas&quot; Castrission and Justin &quot;Jonesy&quot; Jones have returned home to a well-deserved heroes&apos; welcome.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Want sport? Melbourne has you covered</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128122/want-sport-melbourne-has-you-covered</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[It 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.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Justin Quek</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/127621/justin-quek</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[After 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.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Clarion Suites: the &apos;Gateway&apos; to Melbourne</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128124/clarion-suites-the-aposgatewayapos-to-melbourne</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[Every 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.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>Chifley Wollongong</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128115/chifley-wollongong</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[A 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.]]></description>
		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>A ten-step guide to eating Vegemite</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.com/article/128119/a-ten-step-guide-to-eating-vegemite</link>
		    <description><![CDATA[&quot;So it&apos;s like a quasi-vegetable byproduct paste that you smear on your toast for breakfast,&quot; Obama said of the stuff. &quot;Sounds good, doesn&apos;t it?&quot;]]></description>
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		    <title>Today's Joke - Doctors Jokes</title>
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		    <pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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