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EgyptAir
 Top Stories
Sky’s the limit for SKYTEAM
Sydney agents were treated to a sampling of delicacies from across the world at SKYTEAM’s trade function on Tuesday night, which brought together all of its partner carriers to provide an update on individual services as well as that of the alliance.
That "Bloody Hell" marketing campaign
Industry members were able to learn about the aftermath and exponents of Tourism Australia’s ‘Where The Bloody Hell Are You’ campaign, which drew controversy around the world at the recent TRAVELtech conference in Sydney.
Historic Airline agreement gets approved in China
Qantas and Air China agree on codeshare
Singapore and Costa Cruise partnership to benefit entire cruise industry
 Thirsty Thursdays
Thirsty Thursdays Brazilian Fiesta!
We’re heating things up this month as we head to Brazil. Explore the sensuous rhythms of Brazil for yourself with these fantastic prizes & along with FREE Food & Drinks & FREE goody bags – it’s sure to be a great night out! Thu 31 Aug @ 5:30pm!!
Sky is the limit
 Cruise News
Coral Princess Cruises installs Rescompany’s Reservation Software
The Cairns based Australian cruise line Coral Princess Cruises has decided to install RESCO – the innovative and flexible reservation system from Rescompany Systems.
2007 Silversea Singapore to Singapore Business Class Fly/Cruise package
Bangkok to Beijing from $4,499.00
17 Night Cruise Southeast Asia & China in 2007
Fire n Ice 2007 Sailaway! From Vancouver to Honolulu with Carnival Spirit
Lucky for some – three luxury 13-night cruises on sale
Roast turkey off the shores of Vanuatu and a New Year’s party in New Caledonia – with savings of up to 40 per cent.
 Interline News
A1 Travel Group offers Agents the opportunity to join the Mystical Myanmar FAM Trips
A1 Travel Group offers Agents the opportunity to join the Mystical Myanmar FAM Trips for 8 Days / 7 Nights covering Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, and Inle Lake.The Mystical Myanmar FAM Trips are specially packaged with the contribution and sponsorship of international and domestic airlines; hotels; tour operators and other tourism related businesses in Myanmar.
lebua at State Tower: Special Travel Industry Rate
From now until October 31 2006. Enjoy a luxury break for less in lebua at State Tower for travel industry at THB 3,000 Bht.
  • Air Canada
    • Air Canada has a long and rich history, starting in 1937 under the name of Trans Canada Airlines (TCA).
  • Vancouver: Need we say more?
    • Renowned for being friendly and fun with a whole lot of good looking views, Canada has always been a popular tourist destination.
  • Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
    • It’s often the little things that matter when it comes to a truly memorable holiday and guests staying at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver will be able to experience that and so much more.
Kumuka Worldwide
 Hospitality News
Moscow hotel sector steady in first half results
The first half 2006 saw occupancy levels for Moscow hotels stay the same as the rates for the first half 2005.
Hotels to encourage brand loyalty through love
Saatchi and Saatchi announced that in today’s strongly competitive hotel industry, for brands to succeed, it is not enough to just be a well-known and trusted brand – it must make the customer ‘fall in love’ with that brand.
Second person for half price to Mauritius
Book a Club Med holiday to La Pointe aux Canonniers and take a friend for 50% off*
Where the bloody hell is my chef?
Four Points by Sheraton makes its debut in Beijing with signing of Four Points by Sheraton Beijing, Haidian
Mandarin Oriental, New York launches “Bridal Dress Quest” package with renowned wedding planner Marcy Blum
 Wholesaler News
The Imaginative Traveller ‘Wham Bam’ agent trips - only 3 great destinations left!
Get in quick to secure one of the final places on The Imaginative Traveller’s “WHAM, BAM… thank you FAM” trips. Contact The Imaginative Traveller on 1300 135 088, or visit www.imaginative-traveller.com.au
Hawaiian Delights - Maui
Tempo gets early rates for Croatia due to “extraordinary” demand
Tempo Holidays has secured early 2007 rates for its core Croatia tour and cruises because of “extraordinary” demand experienced over the last three months.
Wondered about Europe in winter?
 Employment
Position available at Leisure World Holidays: Reservations Sales Agent (Sydney)
Positions available at HRG: Business Travel Consultants (Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Adelaide)
Hot off the press - All new exciting roles just available…
Call quick and make one of the yours!!
Positions available at TravelManagers Australia: Business Travel Consultants
Position available at Vietnam Airlines: Reservation & Ticketing Officer NSW
Position available at 2UK: Travel Specialist (Sydney)
Finnair
 Airline News
Bangkok Airways Product Update
Effective 01 September 2006, commission for all Bangkok Airways (PG) and Siem Reap Airways (FT) international flights issued as published fares on PG paper (including the Discovery Airpass) will change from 7% to 5%.
Record Enquiries as countdown continues to launch of Etihad’s Rewards Programme
Following last week’s announcement that Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE is set to transform the aviation industry’s approach to loyalty rewards, the carrier has been inundated by enquiries from travellers, media and stakeholders keen to find out more.
China Southern now offering Internet E-Boarding passes
China Southern Airlines with the largest and most technically advanced aircraft fleet in The People's Republic of China is pleased to announce that passengers may now select their seat and print out their boarding pass on the airline’s Chinese web site at www.cs-air.com.
 Featured Cruise Line of the Week
Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is pleased to announce the launch of its new 2006/7 Brochure for the Australian market in conjunction with their World Fares offering savings of over 50%. Featuring the line’s renowned voyages to Asia, South America and the Caribbean, the cover pays homage to the spectacular, vividly coloured Blue Morpho butterfly.
 Destination News
Atlanta CityPass debuts in September; CityPass is the ticket to the South's freshest destination
CityPass(R) celebrates its tenth year with Atlanta, a city revealing a new era with the biggest line-up of attractions in its history.
Tibet moves to cope with tourism boom
Tibet's third civilian airport, the Nyingchi Airport, located 2,949 metres above sea level in Nyingchi Prefecture, 400 kilometres from Lhasa opened in July 2006.
 National Tourist Office News
Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos to join hands in tourism
The Tourism Department of Ho Chi Minh City (HCM City), the Tourism Ministry of Cambodia and the Lao National Administration of Tourism have agreed to jointly organize International Travel Expo-Ho Chi Minh City 2007.
lebua at State Tower
 Charity Events
Mission Australia offers ‘Big 6’ adventure experiences
Mission Australia, one of Australia’s leading charities, is offering people who help raise AUD250,000 for disadvantaged Australians, a chance to win one of six of the world’s most challenging adventure holidays.
 Agent Incentives
Brennan Vacations announces great incentives for Canada and Alaska agents
Brennan Vacations is promoting their new 19 day Spirit of the Rockies vacation by offering their Rocky Mountaineer rail excursion and Alaskan cruise, agents: a 15% commission on land sales, 10% on airfare sales and 33,000 Passport to Rewards points each time two passengers are booked on the combined air and land package by 31/10/06.
 Ski and Snow News
Ski Colorado for just AU$2,139
If you’ve missed out on the snow here, you can get your snow fix by heading to Colorado USA for some of the best deals imaginable.
 Financial News
Australian Dollar report
Travel Industry Stock Watch
 Technology News
Abacus announces first half travel results are still strong
Abacus International announced first half bookings were up from 2005 for every month except January and April in the Asia/Pacific region.
 Whats On
Keep up to date with what's on and what's happening in the Travel Industry
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter: Caption Entry
August Roving Reporter Competition
We know everyone loves a caption competition – so we’ve got another great one for you to sink your teeth into!
Breakaway - Australia's largest and leading travel industry Travelclub
 MICE News
Visit London prepares for EIBTM
New European brand launch shows that London is the most inspirational city in the world; 2007 Incentive Guide launch
Staging Connections takes Virgin Blue to new heights with hangar launch
Virgin Blue’s $25 million maintenance hangar in Brisbane was launched in true Virgin Blue style on e on 5th August 2006 with a black tie charity fundraiser attended by 3,000 leading business figures, government officials, including Premier Peter Beattie, as well as the Chairman of Virgin Blue, Sir Richard Branson and CEO and Co-Founder, Brett Godfrey.
 Comments to the Editor
Your Say: Comments to the Editor
 People On The Move
Millennium & Copthorne International appoints New Executive Vice President for Asia Pacific
Millennium & Copthorne International Limited (MCIL) recently announced the appointment of Mr Michael Sengol as Executive Vice President, Asia Pacific, to drive the continuing growth of the Company’s hotel distribution network in the region.
Luc Bollen appointed General Manager of Hilton Hefei
Stella appoints new National Sales Manager - Domestic Trade
Cathay Pacific appoints new Dragonair Chief Executive Officer designate
 Awards
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa awarded top 10 MICE hotel
Hilton Sanya Resort and Spa, the first Hilton Worldwide Resort in China, added yet another accolade to its growing list of notable awards. In recognition of Hilton Sanya Resort and Spa’s outstanding achievements in the China MICE (meeting, incentive, conference & exhibition) market, the resort was conferred the honour of being one of the Top 10 MICE Hotels in China, presented at The First China (International) Convention.
 TCF Updates
TCF participation update (24 August 2006)

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