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 Top Stories
Carlson Wagonlit Travel has great first half, US$1.1 billion in sales
Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has announced their first half report, which showed robust growth achieving a 45% increase in sales volume, reaching USD1.1 billion.
Delta and United win new rights for lucrative US–China routes
In the latest round of deals, the US Department of Transport has just awarded Delta and United Airlines one new, lucrative US–China route each, resulting in both airlines announcing new daily non-stop services.
Air France-KLM drafts bid for Iberia
Air NZ to launch new Bio Fuel initiative
Starquest Expeditions obtained by TUI Travel PLC’s Activity Sector
 Invitations
ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2008 - REGISTER NOW!
ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2008 will be held at IMPACT Muangthong Thani in Bangkok from 18 – 26 January 2008.
 Agent Incentives
Register now for your chance to experience an exciting PNG Adventure PLUS enter to win one of 4 ECM Giotto Espresso Coffee Machines
WIN a weekend at a Swissotel Property
Swissotel Hotels & Resorts is giving 6 lucky readers a chance to WIN. Click here to find out how.
 Cruise News
Glacier Bay & Great Land Grand Tour - Alaska & the Yukon
The Women’s Touch Delivers Fabulous Innovations On Board The New Celebrity Solstice
Do women know best when it comes to creating the perfect holiday? Celebrity Cruises thinks so.
2008 The Serene Mediterranean – 9 nights from $3,399.00 on brand new Costa Serena
Book through cruiseagents.travel now!
New 2008 Dates for Cape York Cruise
  • Fly away with Malaysia Airlines
    • Malaysia Airlines is renowned for its exceptional service, style and sophistication. Currently the third largest foreign carrier in Australia, the airline boasts accolades such as ‘Best Cabin Staff’ for four consecutive years and a five star rating from Skytrax.
  • Radisson SAS Hotel, Muscat
    • The Radisson SAS Hotel, Muscat is in the Al Khuwair district close to Shatti Al Qurum, the main diplomatic and commercial centre of the city.
Western Union
 Hospitality News
Free upgrade for guests at the Rarotongan Beach Resort and Spa
The Cook Islands’ Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa is offering a free upgrade to a new Beachfront Suite when guests book five nights in one of their Beachfront Rooms.
Agreement renewed between Rezidor Hotel Group and EventBidder.com
An agreement between global hotel company, Rezidor Hotel Group, and MICE Request for Proposal (RFP) online service, EventBidder.com, has been renewed for the third year running.
Head to Paradise Resort this Indy
The Grande Isle Resort & Spa Joins The Hyland Group
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Announces New In-Room Entertainment Program with Special Access to Superior Content
 Association News
IGLTA thanks agents, lowers membership rates
The International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) celebrates 25 years in operation by thanking all travel agents for their support, and will reveal a special focus on agents for the coming year.
Rate Tiger Suites endorsed by German Association of Hoteliers
The Hotelverband Deutschland (IHA), also known as the German Association of Hoteliers, has chosen to use Rate Tiger, the leader in Online Distribution Management tools, to improve their online distribution channels.
 Wholesaler News
Last opportunity in 2007 to earn 20% commission with Kumuka Worldwide
Special Offer - clients SAVE up to 7.5% for booking and paying in full in October
Icon Holidays Launches “India In Style”
ICON Holidays has decided the Australian market is ready for a sophisticated FIT program in India and has just released a new “India in Style” brochure.
Great Savings To Mauritius
ADVENTURE World has just released a package to the award winning five star Le Touessrok Mauritius resort with savings of over $1660 per couple.
Ski Holiday Experts TRAVELPLAN Take Steps to Combat Climate Change
With this release Ski Holiday Experts Travelplan Australia Pty Ltd wish to announce that they have taken steps to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions to make sure skiing holidays in the snow will still be possible in the future.
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 Airline News
Austrian Airlines Group Continues To Expand Focus East Programme
Winter schedule with even more intensive connections between Romania, Bulgaria, Russia, Ukraine, Serbia, Montenegro and the Austrian route network
Bangkok Airways installs the Royal Garuda Emblem
Following the presentation of the certificate of honor benevolently recognized by His Majesty the King earlier this year; recently, Mr. Prasert Prasarttong–Osoth, the President and CEO of Bangkok Airways Company Limited
Kenya Airways enters South American market with AVIAREPS
New airline client represented in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru, Colombia and Venezuela
Gulf Air Agent Advice
 Employment
The People & the Package that keep you ahead!
Both shining stars with a passion for travel, and both working for Travel Counsellors – the largest global home-based travel company. Enthusiastic, hugely professional and committed to the philosophy of care and teamwork that has underpinned one of the travel industry’s greatest success stories.
Sales Manager, SYD (LUXURY BRAND)
Senior International Consultant with Greece and Mediterranean Travel Centre
Position Available at Korean Air - Reservations & Ticketing Agent
Position available at Tempo Holidays - Reservations sales consultant
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Travel Managers
 National Tourist Office News
Make Scandinavia your first stop in Europe
Visitor arrivals for Malaysia increase 18.2% for July 2007
The latest July 2007 figures for tourist arrivals from the Immigration Department of Malaysia have shown an increase of 18.2% since the same time last year.
Stay up-to-date with Pacific Island Niue’s free newsletter
Niue, a small island nation located in the South Pacific Ocean, is fast becoming a popular destination for Australian tourists.
Bringing Malaysia to Sydney
Lovers of Malaysian cuisine will be in for an unforgettable treat as Tourism Malaysia hosts a Food and Cultural fair in October at the Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney.
 Travel Business News
Interpublic Group Selects Trondent to Develop its Global Travel Profile Management Portal
Trondent Development Corp., a leading provider of travel related SaaS (Software as a Service) applications and data management services, has partnered with the advertising and marketing conglomerate, Interpublic Group, to develop a flexible and sophisticated travel profile portal for the company to use in its North American operations.
 Charity Events
Constellation Hotels provide Rainy Day relief
Supporting drought effected communities through new partnership initiatives
 Technology News
Amadeus launches unique leisure car rental solution for travel agents worldwide
Amadeus Cars Easy Shopper offers a user-friendly booking solution, prepaid and full inclusive rates. Hertz, Auto Europe and Holiday Autos available within the new solution
Paris Tourists Have a New Paris Travel Website, Paris-Essentials.com, to Help Save Time and Money with Paris Value Packs
Violaine Galland, a Parisian/New-Yorker has developed a Paris tourist website to suit the needs of every Paris traveler.
Viator.com Debuts New Site Features, Offering More Resources for Travelers to Uncover Trip Activities and Experiences around the World in any Season
 MICE News
Central Apartments & Hotels: The antidote to Christmas function crises
As companies implement greater staff incentives to remain competitive within today’s corporate culture, Brisbane’s Central Apartments & Hotels offers custom-designed conferencing and accommodation solutions to deliver real benefits to the MICE market.
Macau
 People On The Move
Sheraton and Westin Resorts Denarau Island, Fiji appoint Andrew Marin as Business Development Manager – MICE
Sheraton and Westin Resorts, Denarau Island, Fiji is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Marin as Business Development Manager.
IHG Strengthens Asia Pacific Sales And Marketing Team With Appointment Of Gary Rosen, Eve Weatherburn And Ken Wong
 Photo Gallery
Movidas Journeys Team Back From Travelmart Latin America, Cartagena Colombia.
Robyn and Simone from Movidas Journeys have just returned from Travelmart Latin America held this year in Cartagena, Colombia.
TWK in Fiji
 Awards
Top award for Explore! WORLDWIDE
ADVENTURE World's group exploratory tours operator Explore!
Emirates sweeps top three in-flight entertainment awards
 Roving Reporter
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