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 Top Stories
Branson may buy 20% stake in AirAsia associate
It looks like Virgin’s Branson may be interested in buying a 20% stake in AirAsia associate Fly Asian Express (FAX) from principle shareholders Tony Fernandes and Kamarudin Meranum.
Continental apologises for sewage spill onboard two day flight
Reuters has reported that Continental Airlines has apologised to passengers for a sewage spill onboard a two-day flight from Amsterdam to Newark, New York.
Qantas CFO pockets $1m from share sale
Passenger’s nude antics causes THAI to consider psychological screening
DriveAway Holidays
 Thirsty Thursdays
Thirsty Thursdays – BREAKAWAY AROUND THE GLOBE!
Join your favourite travelclub on 28 June to WIN fabulous prizes, inc. flights to Hawaii, a tour across Vietnam, nights at Club Med and more! FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL ATTENDEES! Plus be the first to get Breakaway’s latest Brochure! FREE FOOD & DRINKS 5:30 onwards @ Shelbourne Hotel.
 Up Close & Personal
America heads to rush toward luxury tourism
Fifth in a series of interviews with Travel Industry Association of America president, Roger Dow.
 Invitations
Papua New Guinea Adventure Workshops
Following the success of last year's PNG Workshops we are pleased to announce the dates and venues for the 2008 events around Australia.
 Agent Incentives
A Grand Winter Giveaway
We are giving away thousands of dollars to agents for simply booking with us. It could be you!
 Cruise News
Join the rich and famous in the Mediterranean or set off somewhere equally exotic in 2007
You do not have to be invited to a media moguls wedding to sail the stunning Mediterranean.
Cruise on Queen Victoria for 14 nights at $7899.00
Spend 14 enticing nights in Europe. - Don't Miss Out! Selling fast!
In full bloom: P & O’s 2008 ‘Cherry Blossom’ cruise
P&O Cruises is offering a special six-week ‘Cherry Blossom’ cruise, departing from Sydney on the 8th of March 2008 before heading north to Japan and China.
All aboard: Exploring Asia with Costa Cruises
Costa Cruises is offering travelers the best way to see Asia with special deals for a place onboard their ship, the Costa Allegra.
Holland America Line's 5 Day Flash Specials
Globus
 Interline News
Norfolk Air Agents Weekend Special $250 Return
  • Beijing: a city on the grow
    • In the lead up to the 2008 Olympic Games, Beijing has turned its attention to putting its best foot forward in order to display a shining example to watchful foreign eyes.
  • Cathay Pacific
    • There’s a reason that Cathay Pacific continues to rank as one of the premier airlines in the world, attention to detail, and a willingness to help, makes flying with this carrier one of the better flights around.
  • Beijing International Hotel
    • Beijing, as a city, is deceptively larger than expected, so when staying in the heart of it all, location really is everything – and boy can you go wrong if you pick incorrectly.
EyeforTravel
 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
Club Med offers Whitsundays for a family reunion
Why not consider Club med Lindeman Island when next booking a family reunion? Situated amongst World Heritage listed views, perfect warm days and stretches of peaceful beaches.
New additions to The Saujana
General Hotel Management group announced today their plans to carry out a major refurbishment on The Saujana, a five star hotel located in Kuala Lumpur.
Millennium Hilton Bangkok introduces La Source bath range by Crabtree & Evelyn
 Rail News
Rail Plus prepares for the 2007 Rugby World Cup
Rail Plus, the leading General Sales Agent in Australia for Rail Europe, has advised 2007 Rugby World Cup (RWC) ticket holders that they are now able to book rail tickets to cities hosting matches.
 Destination News
Brisbane’s best kept secret
Brisbane’s Moreton Bay is fast becoming the new destination for scuba diving enthusiasts with a wide variety of dive sites to choose from and spectacular views to keep you amazed.
Newly enhanced visitor experience represents exceptional value for money
New Zealand’s leading and longest established cultural attraction, Te Puia is heralding a new era in cultural tourism with its multi million dollar redevelopment now fully open to visitors.
 Employment
TMS Asia Pacific - Executive Jobs Available Now
UCANGO Travel – the new face in retail travel – is looking for experienced travel consultants for their two outlets on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast
Position available at Stamford Plaza Auckland: Business Development Manager - MICE (Auckland)
Position available at on the go tours: Part Sales Representative - WA
Position available at Thor Travel: International Travel Consultant
Finnair
 Wholesaler News
Lets 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 the mention the might Roman ruins of ancient Ephesus. Albatross also include an in-depth Gallipoli Commemorative programme. The Difference is significant!
Tempo packages the best of Switzerland
As one of the few Australian providers of Switzerland coach tours, Tempo Holidays’ tours provide a unique, comprehensive experience of Switzerland.
Client save 5% on Kumuka European Winter tours booked and paid in full by 30 Jun 07
Book your clients tour online at www.kumuka.com/agents.aspx and earn up to 20% commission
The Sights of Switzerland with Tempo Holidays
Discover Switzerland's spectacular alpine scenery, charming mountain villages and picturesque cities that sit beside beautiful, serene lakes with Tempo Holidays. Choose from our selection of unique coach tours for your ultimate Swiss experience.
Winter in the Canadian Rockies! Complete Winter Adventure!
AAT Kings tours the Northern Territory
AAT Kings Tours is offering travellers a chance to explore the beauty of the Northern Territory with AAT King’s 10-day ‘Territory Discovery’ camping adventure.
Coming back to nature
 Airline News
NON-STOP Sydney to Vancouver
Effective 16 December, 2007, Air Canada will introduce a daily NON-STOP service between Sydney and Vancouver using its new Boeing 777 aircraft.
Sporting flair on Lufthansa flights
Two sporting highlights that are lined up this summer for tennis and sailing enthusiasts have provided the inspiration for Lufthansa’s culinary creations on board.
SWISS adds more summer long- and short-haul services
SWISS will offer daily service to Los Angeles, to Johannesburg and to Santiago de Chile (via São Paulo) from mid-July onwards.
Getaway Travel Show & Vietnam Airlines
Important agents advice
Srilankan airlines welcomes expanded traffic rights
Qatar Airways inflight service rated among best in the world
Bali Zoo
 Car Hire News
1car1 the only one to choose
The only 1 to choose for UK car rentals
 Corporate Travel News
Select Travel joins HRG worldwide network
Hogg Robinson Group (HRG), the international corporate services organisation, has announced that Select Travel SA, one of Luxembourg's leading travel management companies (TMCs), will be trading as HRG Luxembourg with immediate effect following its decision to join the HRG worldwide network.
 Ski and Snow News
Whiteout over Lake Wanaka Ski Fields
Lake Wanaka’s 2007 ski season started with heavy snowfalls and right down to lake level turning the resort town into a picturesque winter wonderland.
 Training
Avis travel agent scholarship ends Friday
For those agents wanting to register for the 2007 Avis Travel Agent Scholarships of Excellence, time is almost up for those still wanting to sign up for the amazing award.
 Technology News
Google continues to expand travel search in Aus and NZ
Google continues make more headway, and more effectively utilising their search engines, in establishing its travel search market in Australia and New Zealand by re-affirming their links with the travel industry.
 Announcements
Win your way to Wimbledon
Congratulations on winning the trip for two to London and the Wimbledon Championships in July
 Roving Reporter
Roving Reporter Entry
 MICE News
Qatar Airways exhibits at Paris Air Show
Award-winning Qatar Airways has been participating at the high-profile Paris Air Show with a luxurious chalet at Le Bourget Airport in the French capital.
Gulf Air’s global Marketing and Sales team discuss strategies
Over 200 members of Gulf Air’s Marketing and Sales force converged in Bahrain last week for a daylong Marketing and Sales conference.
Northwest Airlines
 People On The Move
Henry Gray and Paul Rodwell join Six Senses Resorts & Spas
Henry Gray has joined Six Senses Resorts & Spas as the area general manager, overseeing the Evason Phuket and the Evason Hideaway at Yao Noi - which is opening in September 2007.
Adventure World announces new Group General Manager, Australia New Zealand
 Awards
Samoa’s latest prize
Samoa’s reputation as a popular tourist destination is set to rise with local dive operator AquaSamoa Water Sports being awarded the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Gold Palm Resort status.
Starwood scoops awards in Hong Kong industry awards
The Conrad Bangkok wins Best Business Hotel Award

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