Headlines
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STR/AAoA form partnership
Thursday | Nov 3 2016ACCOMMODATION providers around the country are expected to benefit from a new alliance announced today between the Accommodation Association of Australia (AAoA) and London-based analytics specialist, STR.
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New QFFF status choice
Thursday | Nov 3 2016QANTAS has announced a new status option for its Frequent Flyer members, giving them a choice between bonus points or Status Credits for the first time.
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Marriott ‘Pacific 50’ goal
Thursday | Nov 3 2016A “SIGNIFICANT shortage” of hotel rooms in major Australian cities, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne, is being addressed by Marriott International under its ‘Pacific 50’ goal, says the group’s area vp Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Sean Hunt.
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AAT Kings agent portal
Wednesday | Nov 2 2016AAT Kings has unveiled a new online agent portal designed to equip consultants with the tools and knowledge to confidently sell the guided holiday company’s wide range of product.
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Virgin $34.6m loss in Q1
Wednesday | Nov 2 2016VIRGIN Australia has confirmed sluggish trading, announcing a statutory loss after tax of $34.6m for the three months to 30 Sep (TD breaking news).
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itravel affiliate program
Wednesday | Nov 2 2016THE evolution of Sydney-based retail travel firm itravel continues, with the company launching a brand new affiliate program to lure potential new members.
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travelBulletin’s celebrity status
Tuesday | Nov 1 2016THE Nov 2016 edition of travelBulletin is out now, drawing on the star power of A-list celebrities like Nicole Kidman, Bryan Brown and Jennifer Aniston.
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oneworld steps up ACTE p’ship
Tuesday | Nov 1 2016The oneworld global airline alliance has strengthened ties with the Association of corporate Travel Executive (ACTE) by becoming the organisation’s first-ever top-level Global Access Partner from the airline industry.
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CTM affirms $90m profit
Tuesday | Nov 1 2016CORPORATE Travel Management has reiterated previous forecasts that it will grow its pre-tax profit by up to 30% in the current financial year.
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Bots minor entry changes
Tuesday | Nov 1 2016A PASSPORT and birth certificate will be required for minors under 18 to enter Botswana, effective immediately, as part of new laws enforced by the country’s govt.