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Faulty door traps Air NZ passengers for 40 minutes
A mechanical fault in the front door of an Air New Zealand jet left passengers at Wellington Airport stuck in the aircraft for more than half an hour.
Qantas hits back about casual flight attendants
After an article printed yesterday in the SMH and The Age, regarding Qantas hiring out lower-paid flight attendants, the carrier has hit back saying that its casual Flight Attendant agreements were in line with standard industry practice.
Australia Post adds Travelex Cash Passport to its travel services
BA cuts World Traveller prices to London
Peace brings tourists back to Nepal, while war drives them away from Sri Lanka
SriLankan Airlines enhances in-flight experience
Tourism Ireland
 Cruise News
Spirit of Tasmania at Half Price
Spirit of Tasmania warms this winter by halving travel prices, starting 1 May to 31 August.
RCI - Navigator of the Seas - Mediterranean Dreams
** Italianicious - Essence of Italy. Land and Sea Cruise Tour **
Food ~ wine ~ culture ~ breathtaking scenery, all with MSC Cruises!
Last Minute Special with Costa to Hong Kong from just $1,549.00!
6 Night Package to Hong Kong including airfares and a night at The Majestic Hotel Hong Kong! Don't Miss Out!
Celebrity Cruises opens Transatlantic cruise bookings
Holland America Line's 5-Day Flash Specials
Blue Lagoon Cruises massages the value with new drink/spa credit offer
EyeforTravel
 Interline News
See VANUATU, have a short break and receive $100 on return per couple. 3 nights starting from $299 including flights/accommodation/transfers and breakfasts at most resorts Click here for details
Travel Industry Discounts On Greek Island Cruising
All accompanying friends and family qualify for the same low cruise fare - Port Taxes included and no seasonal supplements to pay.
NEW! Qantas Worldwide Industry fares just in...valid for departures 01APRIL07-31JULY08...
More fares to more places, take the family and Car hire employees now eligible!
Great rates to China until 30 September! Plus over 50 additional destinations within China available!
Emirates have extended Travel Industry special rates from only $347*. Click here to check these fantastic offers!
Sunrise Beach Resort extends Luxury Package for Travel Trade
Vietnam’s five-star Sunrise Beach Resort has extended its special package for the Australian travel trade, offering discounted luxury in the beachside city of Nha Trang until October 31, 2007.
  • Bali
    • Bali is the largest tourist destination in Indonesia and is world famous for its natural attractions and its creative arts such as dance, sculpture and music. The island’s beauty and favourable climate has made tourism the island’s largest industry.
  • Garuda Airlines
    • Wholly government owned Garuda Airlines holds great significance for Indonesia as a country because of its ties with the nation’s struggle for independence against the Dutch.
  • Bulgari Hotels and Resorts Bali
    • The Bulgari Hotels and Resorts Bali opened in September 2006, making it the second Bulgari property to open in the world. The Balinese property had a lot to live up to considering the success that its predecessor, Bulgari Milano had garnered.
 Hospitality News
Break free. Allow us to pamper you with exceptional privileges
Stay one night with lebua at State Tower using your American Express Card and enjoy the next night FREE!
Now use your American Express Card to book your suite and the joys simply multiply!
Summer at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa!
Stay Cool with us this Summer!!
Taj Spas presents new holistic yoga retreats
Starting in May, Taj Spas will present a new series of integrated holistic Yoga Retreats at three beach locations, Taj Exotica Goa, Rambagh Palace Jaipur, and Taj Green Cove Resort in Kovalam.
Anantara offering a free third night for guests who pay for two
Fairmont adds some German charm to its collection
Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji’s new Wedding Chapel and Spa
 Rail News
Rail Plus joins in the excitement of the Rugby World Cup
Global excitement is building around the upcoming Rugby World Cup that will be held later this year throughout the top cities of France and Rail Plus is joining in on the fun.
Air Canada
 Employment
Position Vacant: Reservations Operations Consultant
TMS Asia Pacific, Executive Jobs, Available Now.
Position Vacant Ticketing & Documentation Consultant
 Wholesaler News
BFirst Travel proudly launches new brochure and small group departures
We, at BFirst Travel, are always looking for ways to maintain and improve our high standard of customer service. 
Tempo presents the four best Greek Island Hopping packages
Guaranteed centrally located hotels, fast ferries wherever possible and all transfers are among the distinguishing features of Tempo Holidays’ Island Hopping packages, according to the Product Manager for Greece, Nelson Fanelli.
Dragoman first to offer truck-based family adventure tour in India
For a truly unique family experience, Dragoman Overland has just released a new overland truck adventure package suitable for families with children aged seven and upwards, following the success of the concept in Africa.
Katathani Phuket Beach Resort luxury special – 10 nights for the price of five
Explore Holidays is offering 10 nights for the price of five at the 4.5 star Katathani Phuket Beach Resort complete with return economy airfares.
Have an Extra Night's Holiday in North America on Globus
Book one of five Globus first class coach tours to the United States or Canada before the end of April 2007 and receive an extra night’s accommodation, valued at up to $372 per couple.
Finnair
 Airline News
Heart-friendly food served during Heart Week
The national Heart Week is again celebrated in Finland in April. Finnair has participated in the campaign since the year 2000, and this year acknowledges the theme from April 13 to 19 in menus served onboard European flights.
Lufthansa predicts 07 to be the year it reaches EUR1 billion profit
Stephan Gemkow, Lufthansa Finance Chief, has said that 2007 just might be the year in which the airline reaches its target of EUR1 billion in operating profit.
Increased demand sees new destinations in WestJet network
With the withdrawal of Harmony Airways on selected routes, Westjet has seen a great increase in demand for their additional flights, and as such have added new daily flights from Vancouver beginning later this month.
Cathay Pacific releases March 2007 figures
China Southern announces all-new Super Summer/Autumn ’07 flight schedule
 Car Hire News
5 Reasons to book with 1car1
 Charity Events
Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean premiere to raise USD3 million for kids’ charity
The World Premier of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End to premier at the Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California is set to raise USD3 million for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America and Make-A-Wish International.
 Financial News
Strong start for SWISS at EuroAirport
Ten destinations, attractive fares starting from CHF 99.- (with taxes and fees included) and daily connections for business travellers
DriveAway Holidays
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter Entry
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.
Conferencing at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa just got a whole lot cooler
Air conditioning has made its way to the Treetops Veranda Room at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa in the Cook Islands, making the resort all the more appealing as your next conference location.
MICE market to be pursued aggressively: Singapore
Shangri-La launches “Signature Events”
Air France
 People On The Move
Aircalin announces new Sales Manager for Australia
Following to the airline’s recent restructure, Aircalin announced Danielle Tuffield has been appointed to the newly created position of Sales Manager for Australia.
Appointment Anderson Millen General Manager Australia Europcar Asia Pacific
Scot Toon appointed General Manager Spa Collection
 Awards
Honeymooner’s guide reviews popular properties in Kauai
The Honeymooner’s Review Guide recently published reviews of some of Kauai’s most popular honeymoon resorts in its search for new properties to list under its ‘Choice Awards’ program.
Chifley on the Terrace wins best cocktail in town

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