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 Top Stories
Qantas sets its sights on retail business
It is possible that the next time you walk into a Flight Centre or Jetset Travelworld it could be wholly owned by Qantas.
Nuance Group welcomes new government duty free shopping reforms
New regulations that will be implemented by the federal government this month will see a major change in the way passengers purchase duty free products at Australian Airports.
Queensland holds a part in Travellers Choice’s success story
AITEX celebrates 2007 as international success
Moneydirect hopes global joint-venture means more regional growth
 Invitations
Annual Phuket Roadshow
The Tourism Authority of Thailand would like to extend an invitation to travel agents to attend their annual Phuket Roadshow.
Famil Club Invitation to meeting planners
 Cruise News
Society Islands Cruising – 8 nights from $3,299.00 on Star Flyer
Book today through cruiseagents.travel!
South America & Antarctica Experience
27-night fly/cruise package from $9,865*
Castaway Christmas in Paradise at World Famous ‘Rania Experience’ on private island in Maldives with Luxury Yacht
The ultimate Robinson Crusoe-style Christmas can be celebrated in the lap of luxury complete with ‘Man Friday’ butlers, a private luxury yacht and unlimited gourmet dining, drinking, spa treatments, fishing and diving with the world famous 'Rania Experience' in The Maldives.
 Interline News
10 night Highlights of Vietnam package including International and domestic flights/accommodation/tours and transfers/English speaking guides/meals where stated $1599
  • Air Asia
    • Since its beginnings in December 2001, Air Asia has made a lot of headway and has more than made its mark in the aviation industry. It is now one of Asia’s leading low cost carriers and was the first airline in the world to introduce SMS flight booking and was the first airline in Asia to introduce ticketless travel.
  • Nexus Resort Kota Kinabalu
    • What better way to explore the hidden treasures of Malaysian destination Kota Kinabalu, than staying at the Nexus Resort Karambunai, which offers you the chance to experience the natural wonders of the Island of Sabah.
Western Union
 Hospitality News
Kiwi entrepreneur launches luxury holiday home club in Australia
A new private luxury holiday home club is set to launch in Australia this month by a Kiwi entrepreneur, offering members access to exclusive homes in locations such as Paris, Lake Tahoe, and Corsanico.
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya launches new package for golfers
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya now offers the perfect escape for avid golfers who need to get away for some serious arms workout.
Starwood Hotels launches moments by Starwood Preferred Guest in Asia Pacific
It’s all class – business class – with Emirates at Sofitel Brisbane’s Melbourne cup party
As The Savoy Hotel prepares for the future, a prestigious auction will showcase items from the past
ResortQuest Hawaii’s Waikiki Beach Tower: Stay in a luxuriously appointed condominium in Waikiki:
 Destination News
We need to now target regional tourism economies: NSW
NSW Tourism Minister Matt Brown, Thursday announced the government would be earmarking $412,000 in funding for tourism initiatives to NSW’s rural communities.
Thailand shines in Smart Travel Asia’s 2007 readers poll
Thailand has been given the big thumbs up by both prime business and leisure travellers in Smart Travel Asia this month and has been ranked as one of the most popular destinations in Asia.
 Wholesaler News
OUT NOW! Emirates Europe Earlybirds for 2008
Emirates has released its Europe Earlybird Airfares for 2008 and you can book them with Tempo Holidays NOW!!!
Euroscape is pleased to announce the release of their brochure "Escorted Tours Europe & Russia 2008"
Exciting new itineraries and destinations to choose from: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Turkey, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Bosnia, Serbia, Albania, Montenegro, as well as the most popular tours of Croatia, Italy, Russia, Poland and Germany.
See the USA’s great outdoors with Trafalgar
Seven days, priced from $1299 per person
Honeymoons & Romance, Hawaii
New five-star Hong Bay junk cruise with Creative Holidays
Creative Holidays has released its new 2008 Vietnam program in the market and is pleased to announce that it now offers a five-star junk cruise on the beautiful Halong Bay, onboard one of the most luxurious boats in the bay, the Halong Ginger.
Contiki’s Best of the USA it’s big…it’s hot…get there now!
Finnair
 Airline News
Air Canada increases service on key Western Canada routes; boosts Edmonton-London Heathrow service to daily year-round; adds new seasonal sun destinations from Vancouver
Air Canada announced that it is increasing frequencies on key Western Canada routes this northern winter including offering the only daily, non-stop flights from Edmonton to London Heathrow, and daily, non-stop flights from Calgary to Halifax.
Change of Airline & Ticket Stock Code For America West Airlines
Effective Immediately, US Airways and America-West will be operating under the same FAA (Federal Aviation Authority) certificate thus eliminating the HP code and 401 ticket stocks.
Big delays at Gatwick and Heathrow may lead to increase in passenger fares
Passengers may be looking at paying extra landing fees for England’s airports after a spate of heavy queuing and disorderly reactions to terror alerts caused officials to open the doors for big rises in levies.
Plans for more p***s, won’t leave passengers stranded: AirAsiaX
Tiger Den Revealed
TAM Brazilian Airlines Air Passes 2008
 Car Hire News
Drive By News October issue
Check out the latest news and specials from DriveAway
Tempo Holidays' 1Car1 October Specials
Book your 2008 car rental for Britain with Tempo Holidays and enjoy 2007 prices for travel in Britain from 01 Mar 08 to 28 Feb 09. Simply book and pay in full between now and 31 Oct 07!
 Employment
We can help you thrive in the industry you love!
Overworked – Underpaid: There is a better way!
Leap into a brighter future
Position Available at Delta Airlines - Airline Reservations and Sales Agent
Position available at Philippine Airlines - Passenger Sales Executive (Melbourne)
Position Vacant: Product Coordinator x 2
Take a step in the right direction.
 Airport News
Commercial agreement reached between Sydney Airport and Qantas
Sydney Airport Corporation Limited has announced that it has now reached a commercial agreement with Qantas and has clarified all the terms and conditions for all services at Sydney Airport.
 Travel Business News
Travel Agencies Experience New Growth with Western Union
Western Union and Direct Flights International are proud to announce the success of the Western Union Agency program that is sweeping through the Australasian travel industry and expanding the services of both travel agencies and travel related businesses.
Become a Travel With Kidz specialist this October
Retailers in Queensland and South Australia will be given the chance to meet face to face with Travel With Kidz (TWK) founder, Wendy Buckley, when she visits the regions this month to hold discussion groups.
Pirelli Chooses Carlson Wagonlit Travel to Manage Its Business Travel
Under the agreement, CWT will purchase the assets of Pirelli’s travel agency Polo Viaggi; sales volume for CWT Italia is expected to exceed €600 million in 2008
 Other News
GetThere releases list of top ten funniest real excuses for upgrades
In the search for something a little light hearted in the age of skyrocketing prices, GetThere an online business travel provider has requested the funniest excuses heard for upgrades, and compiled a Top 10 list.
 Technology News
Roamfree buys leading online booking agent
Online tourism services business Roamfree Group has continued its rapid expansion with the addition of online booking agent Travel Station to its portfolio.
 MICE News
Get ready to treasure hunt at the 15th IT&CMA and 10th CTW
The 15th IT&CMA (Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia) and 10th CTW (Corporate Travel World) Asia-Pacific trade events will celebrate with an anniversary highlight this year, unveiling the TreAsia hunt to honour the running of the two events in one location.
 Photo Gallery
AITEX 2007 successful event
New Indojet-Ozjet service cleans up in Bali
 Roving Reporter
October Roving Reporter Competition
Feeling lonely? Well this should cheer you up! Enter today to win a fantastic prize!

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