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Dear Raquelle, this is your e-Travel Blackboard update brought to you by Allsun Holidays. To read news online, visit www.etravelblackboard.com

 Editors: Stephen Morton & John Harrigan
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Monday, May 07, 2007
 
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 Top Stories
Qantas takeover bid fails; shares to plunge
Qantas shares are said to plunge when the stock market trading resumes today, following a failed $11 billion takeover bid last night.
US entry officials more threatening than terrorism
The fear of US entry officials is more off-putting to potential travellers than the threat of terrorism.
APA may make new offer for Qantas
Wreckage of Kenya Airways jet found
Group Events Pty Ltd remain operational
Ticket prices plummet as airlines prepare for Tiger Airways Australia
 Up Close & Personal
Air Canada: What’s on now
Air Canada is Canada’s largest domestic and international full-service airline and is one of the founding members of the Star Alliance network. On the eve of the 10th anniversary of Star Alliance, Air Canada remains a key industry player and the world leader in connecting the rest of the world to Canada.
Tourism Ireland
 Invitations
CRUISE TRAINING SEMINAR INVITATION!
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 Cruise News
** FLY FREE to Europe **
19 night QF fly/cruise from $5,340pp
Beijing to Bangkok on Sapphire Princess from just $5,199.00
South East Asia and China Cruising Book NOW!!
Avalon Waterways Expands European Cruising Options
Avalon Waterways has added two brand new ships to its fleet and boosted the number of themed cruises on offer in 2007, making European river cruising more enticing than ever for Australian holidaymakers.
CBS Asia
 Interline News
Last Minute May specials
 Featured Destination
Cook Islands
The Cook Islands is one of the world’s best kept holiday secrets in the Pacific Ocean. They are not only a set of tree-laden islands with stunning white sand beaches to be seen from the top of magnificent dormant volcanoes.
 Hospitality News
East Meet West @ lebua Benefit
• Guaranteed River view room upon making reservation • Daily full breakfast up to two registered guests • Complimentary local calls (fixed line only) • Complimentary mini bar soft drinks only
Dusit International proudly announces dynamic expansion projects
Keeping expansion plans under wraps since mid-2006, Dusit International – Dusit’s operating arm of hotel service business – is now pleased to announce vital new development projects within Thailand and in other parts of the Asian region in 2007. And this is just the beginning.
The Royal Paradise Hotel Economy Package
Superior Room / 6,440 THB / per package / 2 person / 1 room(s) / 3 night(s)
Radisson Hotel Narita announces updated name
The first "Cambria Suite" is open in the USA - Choice Hotels International reports
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Welcomes New Hotel in Switzerland
Fiji’s most unique luxury resort opens
Hilton launches Home-Theatre Experience with Sight+Sound Rooms in Chicago and San Francisco
 Rail News
Tired of waiting on the phone?
Due to huge demand Rail Plus are currently inundated with phone calls and they'd like to remind the trade of a fantastic feature they offer, which is accessed via the agent area of the Rail Plus web site.
 Destination News
Vision to 2020: Middle East Tourism Moves Upwards
Current estimates suggest that the next 20 years will see more than US$3 trillion going directly into the Middle East leisure and tourism industry and expansion of the travel and accommodation infrastructure, says David Smith, Global Futures and Foresight (GFF) Joint Chief Executive.
Brazil: Visiting Pantanal? You should include Bonito!
If you are interested in visiting the Pantanal, and in addition enjoy trekking, wildlife, snorkeling and cave-diving, we suggest visiting Mato Grosso do Sul.
Phuket Named ‘Asia’s Maritime Capital’ as Royal Phuket Marina Raises the Profile of Thailand’s Yachting Scene
Phuket has been declared ‘Asia’s Maritime Capital’ with the world class Royal Phuket Marina the new hub of Thailand’s international yachting scene.
Asiana Airlines
 Employment
Senior Travel Consultant - Northern Beaches
Sydney’s Northern Beaches’ best kept secret is out!
Position available at Tempo Holidays: Reservation Consultant (Melbourne)
Work your own hours and retain 90% commission
Position Vacant RESERVATIONS OPERATIONS CONSULTANT
 Wholesaler News
Island Hopping in Croatia - With Greece and Mediterranean Travel Centre
Most travel professionals are familiar with Island Hopping in Greece which one of GMTC’s most popular travel products.
Why not enjoy Christmas this year, the Albatross Way..
Imagine… Spending Christmas amongst the snow covered mountains and castles, sleigh rides, medieval towns with nostalgic Christmas markets, no washing up, no sudden visits by long lost relatives, no Indiana Jones repeats...
Sheraton Maui Resort WHERE YOU WANT TO BE!
3 nights from $1763pp
On the go tours - Sets Sail in Croatia!
on the go tours announce an exciting new addition to their travel portfolio – sailing holidays in Croatia.
Mana Island Resort Fiji
7 nights from $1304
Sailaway! fly/Stay/Cruise On the PRIDE OF ALOHA 10 & 11 night Cruises
From $2589pp
Tempo Holidays' Taste of Berlin
Do it your way with free nights in Vanuatu?
Finnair
 Airline News
US Airways Has the Luck of the Irish All Year Round
US Airways is expanding its seasonal service to the Emerald Isle of Ireland to year round. Passengers can fly from US Airways' hub in Philadelphia to Dublin four times a week beginning October 28.
Thai Celebrates Its 47th Anniversary : May 2007
On the 1st May, 2007, ACM Chalit Pukbhasuk, Chairman, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited, presided over a religious ceremony on the occasion of THAI’s 47th Anniversary at its Head Office in Bangkok.
SAS Business Sleeper now on all intercontinental flights
The SAS Business Sleeper is now available for customers on all Scandinavian Airlines' intercontinental flights to Asia and the US out of its Copenhagen and Stockholm hubs.
Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines expand codeshare to Munich
Austrian Airlines records top punctuality figures in Europe in 1st Quarter
United Airlines Strengthens International Network with New Service to Asia and South America
PATA
 Training
Magical Maldives Back forSecond Australian Roadshow
Sydney Booked Out! Register Now for Perth and Melbourne
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter Entry
May Roving Reporter Competition
Creative Cruising
 People On The Move
Castaway Island’s new sales team
Castaway Island, Fiji were pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Marvell as Sales Manager, Australia and New Zealand.
Sands Group appoints CEO to spearhead growth
 Awards
Starwood preferred guest® takes top honors in industry’s prestigious Freddie Awards
Starwood Preferred Guest Named Program of the Year in Asia Pacific
Vietnam’s entrepreneurial Buffalo Tours wins major international award for sustainable travel and community-based tourism
 The Week in Review
The top 20 most popular stories from last week
Stock Report
Currency Report
Business Tips
Horoscope
Joke Of The Day

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