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A great deal to celebrate for Best Western Australia
Best Western Australia celebrated their 50th birthday in style yesterday with a Captain Cook cruise on Sydney harbour.
Sunny side of life “The Maldives” Hits Australia
The Maldives Tourism Promotion Board (MTPB) once again receive an overwhelming attendance and support from the Travel Industry.
IATA transition to E-Ticketing deadline given five month extension
TUI/First Choice deal gets conditional OK
P*** struck by lightning during Sydney’s wild storms
Tourism Ireland
 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
A Grand Winter Giveaway
We are giving away thousands of dollars to agents for simply booking with us. It could be you!
 Cruise News
Venice to Monte Carlo in Six-Star Style! From only $10,999.00
Embark onto Silver Whisper and experience the Mediterranean like never before - Book today!
DriveAway Holidays
 Interline News
The leaves are falling and so are China Airlines prices from $699*
Celebrate 4 flights a week - must use at least one new flight outbound Thursday or inbound Wednesday
New! Club Med - ALL inclusive holiday resorts. Best Industry rates available ALL members
Club Med Industry rates available to all members!
  • Honolulu
    • When people say ‘Honolulu’, what usually comes to mind are white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and laid-back surfers carving up the waves. When people actually arrive in Honolulu, they will find that there is much more to the laid-back beach-crazy culture than meets the eye.
  • Aloha Airlines
    • Aloha Airlines, or better known as ‘the people’s airline’, has been running as a Hawaiian domestic carrier since the 1940s. It is a much-loved airline in the country because it is a carrier that has come to represent the native Hawaiians and their spirit to succeed.
  • Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort and Spa
    • On a cold dreary day at work, it is easy to stare blankly into the computer screen and dream of Hawaii. Or more specifically, the Hilton Hawaiian Village on Waikiki. Of course, Hawaii is something that dreams are made of.
Asiana Airlines
 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
Damai Puri Resort, Sarawak, Malaysia
Damai Puri Hotels & Resorts has recently taken over the management of Damai Lagoon formerly known as Holiday Inn Damai Lagoon, beginning of 2007 and will be rebranding the resort as: Damai Puri Beach Resort & Spa Sarawak
New "Green" Hotel in Napa Valley caters to eco-Conscious travellers
The increasing concerns for energy saving products have swept the hotel industry.
Shangri-La announces new traders hotel in Beijing to open August 2008
 Rail News
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations’ new winter brochure
This Christmas holiday season, Rocky Mountaineer Vacations invites guests and their friends and family to experience the festive magic in “The Land of a Million Christmas Trees”Ò on a spectacular Rocky Mountaineer winter rail adventure.
 Association News
Four new members for Adventure Travel Trade Association
Four new members have been appointed to the advisory board of a Seattle-based organization, the Adventure Travel Trade Association.
UN Secretary-General visits Spain
The United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, is visiting UNWTO and Spain.
 Employment
Position available at Global Marine Travel: Yacht & Marine Air Agent (NSW)
Position available at on the go tours: Full time Sales Representative (VIC)
Work your own hours and retain 90% commission
Position available at on the go tours: Full time Sales Consultant/Representative - Brisbane
Position Vacant Sales Consultant
Finnair
 Wholesaler News
I’ll see you in Hawai‘i!
WAIKIKI HOLIDAYS INCLUDE: Return economy airfare and taxes fl ying Hawaiian Airlines, return transfers with VIP lei greeting, 3 nights accommodation PLUS bonuses as specifi ed.
The most attractive single resource to book PNG
Best single resource for PNG - online or freecall
 Airline News
Continental Airlines launches daily nonstop service between New York and Athens
Continental Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport and Athens, Greece.
Be part of history with the new singaporeair.com/a380
A new version of singaporeair.com/a380 goes live today as Singapore Airlines steps up its final preparations to receive the world’s first commercial A380 aircraft.
Air Canada reports record May traffic
Mainline passenger load factor of 83.8% - highest ever for May. Air Canada reported a record load factor for the mainline of 83.8 per cent in May 2007, the highest ever for the month.
Emirates announces A380 seating plan
United Airlines reports May traffic results
Virgin Blue to consider Orange as new destination
Emirates to launch world's only water limousine airport transfer service
Name Australia's newest international airline or aircraft red, white and Virgin Blue – USA…we are on our way!
 Car Hire News
Europcar expands its fleet with Hybrid Toyota Prius
Renowned for its impressive fleet of rental motor vehicles and recognised across Australia for being environmentally responsible, Europcar plans to add Toyota’s fuel efficient Prius in order to keep up with today’s growing concerns of carbon emissions and greenhouse gases, the blame of global warming.
Bali Zoo
 National Tourist Office News
1.46 million foreign tourists to Vietnam
There has been a 12.5% increase of foreign tourists entering Vietnam since the beginning of this year. That is approximately 1.462 million foreign visits.
Korea Tourism gets 'In Your Face' with street posters
Korea Tourism Organization has this week raised the bar on capturing Australian interest in tourism to the country by venturing into the streets of Sydney and Brisbane.
 Travel Business News
Cushings sell Tourism Holdings stake to MFS Living and Leisure
MFS Living and Leisure Group have just announced that interests associated with the Cushing family (the Cushings) have sold their 10.02% shareholding in Tourism Holdings Limited to MFS Living and Leisure.
 Whats On
Phantom of the Opera Tickets are available NOW
Extra Revenue Stream for Agents
An Arabian Christmas comes to The Forum, Melbourne
Marriner Theatre Events is responding to client’s demands for new and innovative Christmas function ideas.
Keep up to date with what's on and what's happening in the Travel Industry
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter Entry
June Roving Reporter Competition
 MICE News
Australia’s newest icon takes shape in time to celebrate first year of construction
One year after construction began; Australia’s largest combined exhibition and convention centre is taking shape on the banks of Melbourne’s Yarra River.
PATA
 Comments to the Editor
Your Say: Comments to the Editor
 Awards
The Golden Door - Elysia wins inaugural 2007 Gourmet Traveller Award
The Golden Door Health Retreat – Elysia has been recognized in the inaugural 2007 Gourmet Traveller Travel Awards, as Australia’s Best Spa/Health Retreat.
Tour company awarded for presenting the real Australia
 TCF Updates
TCF Participation Update (7 June 2007)
TCF Participation Update (6 June 2007)

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