Headlines
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Expedia to drop Stayz brand
Wednesday | May 16 2018THE Australian-founded Stayz holiday accommodation brand is set to be phased out in the next few weeks in favour of Expedia’s HomeAway global accommodation rental operation.
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HLO Ready Rooms update
Tuesday | May 15 2018HELLOWORLD has unveiled an “extreme makeover” of its Ready Rooms agent platform, including a host of enhancements to provide consultants with more flexibility when booking.
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Facebook seeks travel head
Tuesday | May 15 2018FACEBOOK is ramping up its focus on the travel sector in Australia and New Zealand, this week advertising for a new regional “head of travel” who will be part of the company’s senior leadership team.
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JAL confirms launch of new LCC
Tuesday | May 15 2018ONEWORLD member Japan Airlines has announced the establishment of a new international low-cost carrier.
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NRMA ramps up travel
Tuesday | May 15 2018MOTORING organisation NRMA has launched “NRMA Blue,” a new membership benefits program offering significant discounts on travel and accommodation.
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Auckland switches gears
Tuesday | May 15 2018AUCKLAND has embarked on a new visitor strategy which addresses the need for sustainable growth of the region’s tourism industry.
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VA and QF job appeal
Tuesday | May 15 2018VIRGIN Australia and Qantas have claimed the second and third spots respectively on Randstad’s list of Australia’s Top 20 Most Attractive Employers, with both airlines being valued for their perceived robust financials, strong focus on innovation, & public reputations.
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Qld tour operator jailed
Monday | May 14 2018A CAIRNS tour operator caught underpaying backpackers has been sentenced to a year in prison for contempt of court as part of action brought by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
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APT adds Qantas points
Monday | May 14 2018APT is the latest operator to announce an alliance with the Qantas Frequent Flyer program, with travellers now able to earn points on every APT booking they make (TD breaking news Sat).
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ATAC unveils a new look
Monday | May 14 2018THE Australian Travel Agents Co-operative (ATAC) has unveiled a refreshed corporate branding, positioning the group under a new tagline – Partners In Your Prosperity.