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 Top Stories
APA declares defeat
Airline Partners Australia has bowed out of the fight to keep their $11 billion bid for Qantas alive, citing reasons that further litigation to the interpretation of the terms of the offer would be timely and cause uncertainty for Qantas and its shareholders.
Qantas lifts trading halt
Qantas has lifted the trading halt on shares following APA’s concession that the bid for the airline had failed.
Government asks Qantas to clarify if it's still Australian-owned
Emirates takes Airbus compensation and orders more A380s
America’s dwindling marketing campaign gets the once over at the Travel Industry Association’s International Pow Wow
America - the land of the free and of the unwelcome?
 eTB On Location - The Overland
Adelaide to Melbourne: The new and improved Overland
One of the great southern journeys has just been re-launched. The Overland train travelling between Adelaide and Melbourne has been set on its path after completing four million dollar refurbishments to its interior carriages.
 Up Close & Personal
Air Canada: Services Network
Air Canada has been busy as of late and has undergone a series of network changes and additions.
Tourism Ireland
 Invitations
CRUISE TRAINING SEMINAR INVITATION!
Come along and be in the running for a FREE cruise! Click here to register!
 Agent Incentives
Travel the World's 30th Birthday Agent Incentive
Travel the World is celebrating its 30th year within the Travel Industry we would like to thank you for your loyalty by giving you the chance to win a Holland America Line cruise
Cruise West's 'Book 3 Get 1 Free' Agent Incentive
Make three new bookings on the same itinerary for any departure date in 2007 and receive a certificate for a FREE Cruise West Educational trip.
Japan Airlines: Sell JAL, Shop On us
For all international JAL tickets to destination Japan, sold in Australia and issued within the campaign period you have the chance to get cashed up with Coles Myer gift vouchers!
 Cruise News
Mediterranean Splendour - 16 nights from just $5,499!
Up to 50% off onboard Queen Elizabeth 2. Don't miss out - Book NOW!
Celebrity Cruises presents new, deluxe cruise line: Azamara Cruises
Exotic DesinaionDriven Brand to Sail in Europe Souh Ameica Asia and Aound the World
Cruise Ship Offers 350 kmh Thrills
Passengers aboard the brand new Italian luxury liner, Costa Serena, will get the chance to experience life in the very fast *** thanks to an authentic Grand Prix driving simulator as used by race drivers themselves in training.
Holland America Line's 5 Day Flash Specials
Holland America Line cruising in Alaska, Canada & New England and Europe. Hurry Limited Offer: Valid for sale until Friday 11 May 2007
Euroscape Travel
 Interline News
Holland America Line, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises available to all members, their family and friends. Check these out!
 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
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa: Special Promotion
BLUE Sydney - GDS SPECIAL
Superior Room $250.00 commissionable
The Little Bali Hotel & Resort Company® and Sobek give Bali visitors the bird
The Little Bali Hotel & Resort Company® (LBHRC) and soft-adventure specialist Sobek are offering keen birdwatchers an opportunity to ‘spot’ some of Asia’s rarest birdlife with the release of a new ‘Bali Bird Watching Walks’.
Amara Sanctuary Resort opens on Sentosa, Singapore
Spain’s Melia Hotels unveil international brand overhaul
Saville Park Suites Perth takes on fresh new look
 Destination News
Welcome to the May Tuk Tuk Express!
Win three night's Accommodation at La Flora
Luxury Link Anniversary Special - Sold Out!
Luxury Link’s anniversary promotion was extremely well received across a broad spectrum in the luxury market, including independent hoteliers, boutique tour operators and corporate interests.
Asiana Airlines
 Employment
Position available at Jetset Travelworld Group: Business Development Executive (QLD)
Career Opportunities at Seniors Holiday Travel (QLD)
Position available at Global Aviation: Airline Reservation / Ticketing Agent
Position available at Tempo Holidays: Reservation Consultant (Melbourne)
 Wholesaler News
Wa-shoi! Bus - Tokyo Stay Akihabara package
Akihabara, also known as Akihabara Electric Town is located only 5 minutes by train from Tokyo Station.
SPLENDOURS OF PARIS
Paris, regarded as one of the most romantic city in the world, often referred to as the city of Love , Paris one of the most popular destinations in Europe. Paris will enchant you with its elegance, art, cuisine and its beauty.
Excellent new escorted coach tour – Austrian Tyrol, Bavaria, Slovenia and Croatia
This stunning 15 day escorted coach tour just bursts with that Albatross Difference. 2 and 3 night stops in most places, shorter drives and some fantastic highlights. Small group sizes, just what your clients really want. Lots of commission – just what you want!
Let’s talk Turkey….The Albatross Way!
Imagine … a leisurely paced tour to take in the very best of Turkey from Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace to Turkey’s capital city Ankara, and not to mention the mighty Roman ruins of ancient Ephesus. Albatross also include an in-depth Gallipoli Commemorative programme. The Difference is significant!
Kaua‘i & The Big Island - CLOSE TO HEAVEN!
6 nights from $1799*
Travel brief -where to spend christmas day? Albatross Travel offers suggestions for a white one
The 2007 summer camping season has begun at Living Forest Oceanside RV and Campground in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada.
Explore broadens Middle East appeal with Ras Al Khaimah and Oman travel options
Finnair
 Airline News
United Airlines and Aloha Airlines Announce Expanded Agreement;
Provide More Opportunities for Seamless Travel across Carriers
Finnair has encouraging start to the year
Finnair’s operational result for January-March improved by more than ten million euros from the previous year.
SAS International posts improved earnings during 1st Quarter
SAS International, the intercontinental arm of Scandinavian Airlines, has posted improved earnings during the 1st Quarter and the net result improved by 18%
Major Airline increases announced between GCC and Australia
UK’s bmi to expand transatlantic flights
MAXjet Launches Los Angeles-London Flights; Adds Frequencies to Las Vegas and Washington
PATA
 Car Hire News
1car1 grows from Strength to Strength
1car1, The UK's leading independent grows from strength to strength as the years progress.
Holiday Autos: May Madness Flyer
book during may for these great specials!
 Airport News
New Aviation Security Measures at Singapore Changi Airport and Seletar Airport
New aviation security measures will be implemented for flights departing Singapore Changi Airport and Seletar Airport from 8 May 2007 (Tuesday), 1200 hours.
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter Entry
May Roving Reporter Competition
 MICE News
Australian roadshows reinforce Christchurch as hot destination
Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism (CCT) and 10 top regional operators plus Air New Zealand visited Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast in late April to spread the word about this diverse destination, meeting wholesale and frontline agents.
cruiseagents.com.au
 People On The Move
Minor International Announces the Appointment of Dillip Rajakarier as VP Finance
Minor International, one of Asia’s leading hotel developers and operators, announced the appointment of Mr. Dillip Rajakarier to the position of Vice President Finance.
 TCF Updates
TCF participation update (7 May 2007)

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