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 Top Stories
United Airlines: We’ll focus on customers
United Airlines has now been out of bankruptcy protection for over a year, and since September, the carrier has re-established the importance of customers with the naming of its first ever Chief Customer Officer.
Flight Centre and Pacific Equity decide to agree in principle
Flight Centre Limited (FLT) has announced that it has just reached an ‘in-principle’ agreement with Pacific Equity Partners (PEP), which proposes that the private equity firm purchase a 30% economic interest in the company.
THAI Airways reports 31% drop in profits due to strong Baht
Star Alliance celebrates 10th birthday with plans to look forward not back
Talks for possible cooperation between Singapore Airlines and China Eastern
Air Canada
 eTB On Location at INDABA
CC Africa expands with its newest lodge ready for business
One of Africa’s most popular safari groups, Conservation Corporation Africa (CC Africa), has opened the doors on its newest five star lodge, Melton Manor.
South Africa promises visitors ‘gold treatment’ in 2010
South Africa has already begun preparations to ensure the 400 000 visitors expected at the 2010 FIFA World Cup will be treated like gold and receive gold class service.
Marataba makes it on Condé Nast 2007 Hot List
 Invitations
CRUISE TRAINING SEMINAR INVITATION!
Come along and be in the running for a FREE cruise! Click here to register!
 Cruise News
Celebrate Christmas aboard 'The Emerald' Cruising from Sydney to Singapore
Escape the Christmas frenzy! Departing from Sydney on 14 December, over 17 nights `The Emerald` cruises to Singapore via Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin and Bali. Our fly, cruise & stay package starts from $4099pp twin share and includes all taxes.
Samba your way across South America
16-night cruise takes you from Rio De Janeiro to Chile
** Italianicious - Essence of Italy. Land and Sea Cruise Tour **
Food ~ wine ~ culture ~ breathtaking scenery, all with MSC Cruises!
Fiji Cruising - On Sale Now from just $1,049!
50% off Blue Lagoon's two night club cruise. Don't miss out - Book NOW!
5-Day Flash Special #113
Blue Lagoon offers 50 per cent discount on selected May/June cruises
EyeforTravel
 Interline News
Have you got lei'd yet? Industry fares with Hawaiian Airlines
South African Airways extends industry special for a short time only JNB from $649*
Special offers to Travel Trade Industry employees
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa, centrally located at Patong Beach, one of the most attractive and lively spots on Phuket Island. Excellence Value for money & Friendly with environment Hotel.
  • Japan Airlines
    • Japan Airlines (JAL) is internationally recognised for delivering the very best in inflight products and the highest level of service. During the trying post-War period, the Japanese government saw the need to establish a reliable air transportation system not only to keep up with global trends, but also help to promote growth as a nation.
  • Swissôtel Nankai Osaka
    • Located in the heart of Osaka, Swissôtel Nankai Osaka boasts unsurpassed convenience to the city’s fine shopping and entertainment. The hotel offers 548 tastefully appointed rooms and suites in various styles, all equipped with modern amenities. The hotel also offers 9 gourmet restaurants and bars for guests’ gastronomic pleasure.
DriveAway Holidays
 Hospitality News
lebua at State Tower: Hot Value
A full non-refundable credit card deposit upon reservation
• Complimentary in-suite 4Mbps high speed internet access • Complimentary usage of Fitness center facilities and swimming pool • Welcome lebua handmade chocolate in-suite upon arrival
BLUE Sydney - GDS SPECIAL
Superior Room $250.00 commissionable
Golden Tulip Hospitality upgrades the Hotel Website Platform
The Golden Tulip Hospitality Group website has been revamped to provide customers with better communication about the services and facilities of Golden Tulip Hotels, Tulip Inn and Golden Tulip Resort.
Accommodation Offers at the Langham Hotel, Hong Kong.
Amari Hotel’s Ultimate Indulgement
Style, Comfort, Convenience at St. James Hotel, Bangkok
Hilton Hotels announces its first 10 of 75 hotel development projects with joint venture partner, DLF, in India
 Destination News
Visit Ireland Made Easy with Stena Express
Travellers in the UK will benefit from the return of the Stena Express, a ferry-service which will enable travel between Britain and Ireland in just two hours
 Employment
Rewards Travel Consultant
Keen to escape the city? Looking for some variety in your day?
Position available at Creative Holidays: Air Product Coordinator (NSW)
Position available at CHAT TOURS: Reservations Consultant
Position available at 1Car1: Reservations Consultant (North Sydney)
Finnair
 Wholesaler News
Last minute discounts - CROATIA ITALY TURKEY
Savings of 10% - 20% on quality yachts with or without skippers
Through Bohemia to the Danube – 17 Stunning Days – Special Guaranteed September Departure
This is a really different tour. Priced at $332 per day in twin share you will earn $565pp in commission and your clients will love you for it.
Only in San Francisco!
5 nights from $2029^ ex SYD, from $2099 ex BNE/MEL.
Canada ............. A Winter Wonderland
7 days form $876pp
Adventure Associates announce new Antarctic departure
Antarctic Peninsula and Falkland Islands - 1 to 19 November 2007
Amazing Phuket at Movenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach
The team at Amazing Vacations have released a great special with upgrades at the Moevenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach,Phuket (formally Crowne Plaza Karon Beach)
Leave on a jet p***, come home on an outback train
Discover Mekong offers new small group Vietnam tours
europebyair
 Airline News
Qatar - Bahrain Causeway Good for Airlines
The opening of the causeway between Bahrain and Qatar will not detriment the air travel industry, but boost the aviation sector in both countries, according to Qatar Airways.
 Car Hire News
Drive By News
Don’t miss the new look Drive By News from DriveAway Holidays
 Whats On
For information on net pricing for Travel Industry Hospitality Package rates
A Sound Like No Other: Classic Meets Jazz in Pattaya
The Thai Alangkarn Theatre (Pattaya) is presenting the concert “Classics meet Jazz - Classic for the Cool Series” on Sunday the 3rd of June, 2007
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter Entry
May Roving Reporter Competition
PATA
 People On The Move
China National Tourist Office, Australia Deputy Director on the move.
Mr George Xiong, Deputy Director of China National Tourist Office is on the move to Milano, Italy after heading the Australian office for the past 4 years.
 Awards
Novotel Northbeach triumphs at AHA (NSW) Awards
Novotel Northbeach recently triumphed at the 2007 Australian Hotels Association (AHA) NSW Awards of Excellence, held in May.
Worldwide Fleet Blitzes Cruising Awards
 TCF Updates
SPECIAL NOTICE: TCF participation update (27 April 2007)
TCF participation update (14 May 2007)
Annual Report shows increased number of branch offices

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