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 Top Stories
Restructuring is a lot of hard work, but is it worth it?
With everyone jumping on the airline restructuring bandwagon, it is a little hard to tell who does what these days.
Qantas offers redundancy package to 150 long-haul cabin crew
Qantas Airways yesterday confirmed its plans to cut 150 further jobs from its cabin crew roster barely five months after it cut 400 full time long-haul cabin crew positions in a bid to cut costs.
Women descend on the Gold Coast to mingle with the cream of the tourism crop
Malaysian Airlines maintains its ‘Five-Star Airline’ ranking
CBS owner sells stake in DOTW Thailand
BA takes advice from the flyers of tomorrow
Passengers may fly backwards on Virgin Blue long-haul flights
BLUE Sydney
 Agent Incentives
Last chance: Join eXperts before 15 April for the chance to win a $50.00 Myer voucher in our double daily draw!*
Here are some of the many benefits of being an eXperts member!
HURRY May, June & July Imaginative Traveller 'Wham Bam Fam's' OPEN for sale.
Prices start at just $184 for 10 days in Cambodia (Ex BKK 16 June). There are still some seats available in Turkey ($368), China ($590), Vietnam ($245), Morocco ($415), Java & Bali ($294), Costa Rica ($416), Mexico ($720) and Madagascar ($895) and you can take your partner!
 Cruise News
Classic Mediterranean Cruising with Queen Victoria in 2008 from only $7,199.00
You can't afford to miss on this Amazing 14-Night Package from Venice to Barcelona
Cruise ROME TO SYDNEY
Outside staterooms on Sale! Save up to $1185pp
Nouveau at Celebrity Cruises: Europe comes onboard
Expanded activities program to enhance Mediterranean and Baltic sailings
Sailaway! Fly/cruise/stay Christmas In Hawaii
Norwegian Cruise Line ~ Pride of Aloha
Save up to 20% on cruise fares plus FJ$350 Free Bar and Spa Credits
NCL announces temporary withdrawal of Pride of Hawai`i
EyeforTravel
 Interline News
Industry fares valid for all members with Malaysia Airlines until 31 December 07
Diving Delight!...Air Vanuatu book anytime until 31MAR08 from $109* return...
Some blackouts apply and domestic addons available call us today!
4 great packages to thailand
  • Beijing
    • When people think of China, they think of the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. And where do travellers find these cultural destinations? Beijing.
  • China Airlines
    • China Airlines is a flag carrier of the Republic of China. With its base in Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, the airline flies to a wide range of destinations around the world.
  • Shangri-La Hotel Beijing
    • The Shangri-La Hotel in Beijing is a lovely escape from the hustle of the city. True to its Shangri-La name, the hotel offers guests a comfortable oasis that is melded with the bend-over-backwards service that is characteristic of Asian hospitality.
  • NEW PEEL ZOO - WESTERN AUSTRALIA
    • From Venomous Snakes to educational shows, Koalas, Kangaroos and birds. Family FUN Guaranteed only at the New Peel Zoo. Experienced Tour Guides, FREE Entry coupon.......
  • The Great Wall of China
    • As one of the great wonders of the world, the Great Wall of China stretches over 6,300 km across the mountainous landscapes and arid deserts of China.
 Hospitality News
Easter Retreat @ lebua
From 24 March - 15 April 2007 inclusive.
A One bedroom Superior Suite is at Baht 5,000++ per room per night on room only basis which includes the following benefits ...
The Royal Paradise Hotel Economy Package
Superior Room / 6,440 THB / per package / 2 person / 1 room(s) / 3 night(s)
BATHED IN BLUE - Indulge this Mother’s Day at BLUE Sydney
Indulge at BLUE, Sydney’s coolest hotel for Mother’s Day to be pampered at Sydney’s most chic and most stylish hotel, situated not just on but in Sydney Harbour.
Kor to sell San Francisco’s Campton Place to Taj Hotels
Completion of the transaction between Kerzner and Sun Resorts
Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio joins the Hilton Family of Hotels in Hawaii
 Association News
EMTA 2007 Prize Winners Round Up
Marriner Theatres
 Employment
Position Vacant: Reservations Operations Consultant
TMS Asia Pacific, Executive Jobs, Available Now.
Position available at Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces: Sales Executive (SYD)
Position available at Air Canada: Leisure Sales Executive (VIC)
Position Vacant Ticketing & Documentation Consultant
 Wholesaler News
Romancing the Mediterranean with Greece and Mediterranean Travel Centre
Greece and Mediterranean Travel Centre can help arrange a wonderful wedding in Santorini so why not let GMTC help you with the honeymoon in Greece or elsewhere in the Mediterranean?
Tempo Holidays’ Greek Island Hopping
Experience the captivating Greek islands – dazzling azure waters, characteristic towns with tavernas and breathtaking scenery. The ultimate travel experience is now accessible with Tempo Holidays’ island hopping packages.
More hotel choices than ever before in “Bali on ANY budget”
Garuda Orient Holidays’ 2007/08 Bali on ANY budget (“BOAB”) brochure will contain more accommodation choices, a greater range of options, and more sporting and leisure activities for holiday makers to choose from than ever before.
Kumuka Worldwide now open on Saturdays
Commencing on 14 April, Kumuka Worldwide will be open for business on Saturdays between 10am and 2pm EST.
Great last minute discounts on Suntrek tours.
Save up to 20% for departures in April & May 2007. Suntrek offers tours 1-9 weeks in duration across the USA including Alaska, Canada, Central & South America & Australia.
Euroscape's Best Collection of Escorted Tours around Scandinavia
Tauck World Discovery's 2007 Grand Autumn New England Tour
e-GOH Newsletter April 2007
Finnair
 Airline News
Enhancements to lounge catering
Our business and diamond club bmi lounges at LHR, EDI, GLA, BHD, MAN, DUB and MME will offer the following catering enhancements with effect from this week.
Contract to service Olympic Dam no longer with Rex
It has been announce in a statement on the Australia Stock Exchange that Australia’s largest independent regional air operator Regional Express (Rex) will be discontinuing its regular airline services between Adelaide and Olympic Dam.
Special fare to launch Garuda’s new service from Sydney to Bali
Garuda Indonesia has announced a special fare to celebrate the launch of their new service between Sydney and Bali, starting on the 20th of June.
Rain Arrives on Korean Air’s Specially Designed P***
Finnair Asian traffic up 40 percent
 Car Hire News
DriveAway Holidays: 2007 Peugeot Leasing
Left Hand Drive models from $35* per day
Tempo Holidays extends Peugeot and Renault Earlybird Specials
Book and pay by the 30th April 2007 to receive benefits such as 7 free days, 50% discount off collection/delivery fees and 3 free loyalty days if you have leased with Peugeot or Renault before.
5 Reasons to book with 1car1
 Airport News
Sydney Airport’s T2 leaves a ‘satisfied’ impression on 10 million passengers
Sydney Airport’s AUD$20 million redevelopment of the T2 domestic terminal has been officially unveiled to an excited crowd.
 Financial News
Levitating bankrupt metal may be successful on US stock markets
Things are looking up for Delta Airlines and Northwest Airlines. Both airlines have hit the lowest of lows in the past year, but it seems that the US carriers are set to emerge from bankruptcy as two of the highest valued airlines in the United States.
Asiamart Inc. reports a 15% increase in revenue for 2006
According to its final results for 2006, Asiamart Inc. recorded a 15.2 percent increase in revenue from HK$46.1 million to HK$53.1 million.
The Royal Paradise Hotel
 Technology News
Google Launches My Maps
Today, Google is launching My Maps, a new feature of Google Maps that enables users to quickly and easily create custom maps for personal use or sharing through search. With this release, creating maps mashups is now as simple as pointing and clicking.
 Announcements
Travelscene on Capri gets SMART with Singapore Airlines
Travelscene on Capri have driven away in their very own SMART Car, as winners of a Singapore Airlines European Earlybird incentive, exclusive to Travelscene American Express.
 Whats On
Plan your dream holiday at Melbourne’s Travel XPO then book it - on the spot!
Over $22,000 in prizes and FREE Travel Wallet*
 Roving Reporter
April Roving Reporter Competition
We’ve got a fantastic prize to give away to one lucky reader, and we’re making it even easier for you to win!
 MICE News
The best things in life come out of the BLUE…
Be inspired this winter at Sydney’s hottest address for your next corporate event.
 Attractions & Theme Park News
Its All Happening At Peel Zoo!
Live Venomous Snake Shows Every Weekend! Family attraction for everyone.
Flying Blue
 People On The Move
Change in Leadership for ANTOR
Jo-Anna Palmer has been at the helm of ANTOR since December 2006 and has led the Association of National Tourist Offices through its latest period of change. 
Amadeus announces three key appointments for its airline business in the Asia Pacific region

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